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EP10 Hand-Held Computer
(Model Number 7515)
Windows Embedded 6.5
User Manual
April 5, 2011
Part No. 8000227.A
ISO 9001 Certified
Quality Management System

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  • Page 1 EP10 Hand-Held Computer (Model Number 7515) Windows Embedded 6.5 User Manual April 5, 2011 Part No. 8000227.A ISO 9001 Certified Quality Management System...
  • Page 2 2100 Meadowvale Boulevard, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5N 7J9 http:\\www.psionteklogix.com This document and the information it contains is the property of Psion Inc., is issued in strict confidence, and is not to be reproduced or copied, in whole or in part, except for the sole purpose of promoting the sale of Psion manufactured goods and services.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Preliminary Draft ABLE OF ONTENTS Chapter 1: Introduction About This Manual ..............3 Text Conventions .
  • Page 4 Preliminary Draft Contents 2.9.1 Pairing a Bluetooth Headset ........... 25 2.10 Inserting the microSD and SIM Card .
  • Page 5 Preliminary Draft Contents Games ................. . 59 ActiveSync®...
  • Page 6 Preliminary Draft Contents 4.17 Internet Explorer............... . 82 4.17.1 Browsing Web Sites.
  • Page 7 Preliminary Draft Contents 5.15 Backlight ................120 5.15.1 Battery Power .
  • Page 8 Preliminary Draft Contents 5.33.3 Translations Tab ............. .154 5.33.4 Ports Tab .
  • Page 9 Preliminary Draft Contents 5.43 Wireless Statistics..............197 5.44 Wireless WAN .
  • Page 10 EP10 Specifications – Model No. 7515........
  • Page 11 Preliminary Draft Contents 7.2.3 Sierra Wireless MC5728V........... . .261 7.2.4 Cinterion PH8 GSM/GPRS/EDGE Radio .
  • Page 12 Preliminary Draft C.2.17 RSS Code ..............C-17 C.2.18 Composite .
  • Page 13 Preliminary Draft Contents C.4.11 RSS Code (Reduced Space Symbology) ........C-41 C.4.12 Composite .
  • Page 14 Preliminary Draft Contents D.4.7 Configuring The Bar Code Decoding Symbologies ......D-13 D.4.8 Setting The Active Preset........... . D-14 D.4.9 Viewing A Preset.
  • Page 15 Preliminary Draft NTRODUCTION 1.1 About This Manual ........3 1.2 Text Conventions .
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  • Page 17: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Chapter 1: Introduction About This Manual About This Manual This manual describes how to configure, operate and maintain the EP10 Hand-Held Com- puter (Model Number 7515). Chapter 1: Introduction provides a basic overview of the EP10 Hand-Held. Chapter 2: Basic Checkout...

  • Page 18: Text Conventions

    Optimization for spe- cific operational environments is supported with a wide range of peripheral options and carrying accessories. Model • EP10 Hand-Held – Model Number 7515 Platform • AM3715 Processor •...
  • Page 19 Preliminary Draft Chapter 1: Introduction EP10 Hand-Held Features User Interface • Display (Backlit) - 3.7 in. VGA portrait mode - Backlight feature 165 cd/m2 output - Sunlight readable with integrated touchscreen - Colour 480 x 640 graphic TFT - Passive stylus or finger operation Audio •...

  • Page 20: The Ep10 Hand-Held

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 1: Introduction The EP10 Hand-Held Enhanced Features • Accelerometer • Digital Compass • Gyroscope • Light Sensor • Proximity Sensor Expansion Slot • One microSD slot VOIP (Voice Over IP) • Push-to-talk 1.3.1 The EP10 Hand-Held Figure 1.1 EP10 Hand-Held – QWERTY EP10 Hand-Held (Windows Embedded 6.5) User Manual...
  • Page 21 Preliminary Draft Chapter 1: Introduction The EP10 Hand-Held Figure 1.2 Phone Keys Send Note: Refer to “Sending & Ending Phone Calls using the Phone Keypad” on page 33 for details about these keys. EP10 Hand-Held (Windows Embedded 6.5) User Manual...
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  • Page 23: Chapter 2: Getting To Know The Ep10

    Preliminary Draft EP10 ETTING TO NOW THE 2.1 Features of the EP10 Hand-Held ......11 2.2 The Battery .
  • Page 24 Preliminary Draft 2.10.1 Inserting the Cards ......26 2.11 The Camera ........26 2.12 General Maintenance.

  • Page 25: Features Of The Ep10 Hand-Held

    Preliminary Draft Features of the EP10 Hand-Held Receiver 3 Light Emitting Diodes Light Sensor (LEDs) Vertical Scroll Button Enter Button RIGHT SIDE Microphone Volume Button Scan Button Scanner/Imager LEFT SIDE...

  • Page 26: The Battery

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10 The Battery Figure 2.1 Back of EP10 Speaker Stylus Flash Camera Battery Latch Battery & SIM/microSD Card Compartments Hand Strap Anchor Figure 2.2 Ports Docking Port/ USB On-The-Go Hand Strap Anchor The Battery The EP10 operates with a 3600 mAh, Lithium-Ion battery pack, Model No.

  • Page 27: Battery Safety

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10 Battery Safety 2.2.1 Battery Safety Important: Before attempting to install, use or charge the battery pack, it is critical that you review and follow the important safety guidelines in the quick refer- ence guide entitled ‘EP10 Hand-Held Regulatory &...

  • Page 28: Chargers And Docking Stations

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10 Charging the Battery Note: Do not leave a spare battery to charge for more than 72 hours. Charging for more than 72 hours may damage the battery or lead to charge capacity reduction. Important: If the battery is overheated (>60°...

  • Page 29: The Keyboard

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10 The Keyboard Note: Refer to “Monitoring the Battery and Maximizing Run Time” on page 23 for addi- tional information about the battery. Important: To avoid damaging the battery, chargers will not begin the charge process until the battery temperature is between 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

  • Page 30: Locking The Keyboard

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10 Locking the Keyboard Note: Almost all keys can be reprogrammed to suit your requirements. 2.3.2 Locking the Keyboard You can lock the keyboard to prevent accidental key presses. To set up the locking/unlock- ing key sequence: •...

  • Page 31: The Keys

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10 The Keys Figure 2.4 Shift-State Indicator Icon Shift-State Indicator Icon replaces Soft Keyboard Icon Soft Keyboard Icon 2.3.3.2 Locking Modifier Keys Note: The locking behaviour of the modifier keys can be changed so that, for example, pressing a modifier key once will lock the key ‘on’.
  • Page 32 Preliminary Draft Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10 The Keys key, an upper case character is displayed. When you press a numeric key, the associated symbol on the numeric key is displayed on the screen. If you press the [SHIFT] key twice, it is locked ‘on’ essentially acting as a [CAPS] key, dis- playing uppercase characters.

  • Page 33: The Keypad Backlight

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10 The Keypad Backlight The Function Keys–[F1] to [F10] Function keys [F1] to [F10] perform special, custom-defined functions. These keys are ac- cessed by pressing [BLUE] followed by numeric keys [1] to [10]. They can be used with the Windows Mobile 6.5 operating system or another application.

  • Page 34: Aligning (Calibrating) The Touchscreen

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10 Aligning (Calibrating) the Touchscreen Important: Keep in mind that this sequence cycles the display backlight up to full bright- ness and once reached, begins to dim the backlight until the display fades to black –...

  • Page 35: Screen Orientation

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10 Screen Orientation Tap on the Align Screen button, and follow the directions on the screen to align (cali- • brate) the screen. Note: This window provides two additional tabs: ClearType and Text Size. Tapping on the ClearType tab allows you to enable the ClearType option to smooth screen font appearance.

  • Page 36: Audio Indicators

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10 Audio Indicators Table 2.1 Function of EP10 LEDs Function Yellow Application LED Application LED. This LEDs behaviour is application dependent. (centre LED) Blue Radio Power LED Radio power indicator. (right-most LED) If the EP10 is attached to an external power supply, the charge LED (the left-most LED) re- flects the battery charge status.

  • Page 37: Monitoring The Battery And Maximizing Run Time

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10 Monitoring the Battery and Maximizing Run Time Monitoring the Battery and Maximizing Run Time Note: When the battery is at 50% capacity, a ‘low battery’ warning is displayed. When the battery is at about 10% capacity, a ‘very low battery’ notification bubble appears. As Lithium-Ion batteries age, their capacity decreases gradually, and they are generally con- sidered depleted after approximately 2 years of use (less than 60% of original capacity remaining).

  • Page 38: Uploading Data In A Docking Station

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10 Uploading Data in a Docking Station • A ‘never used’ Lithium-Ion battery that has been stored for 3 years may have limited or no useful life remaining once put into service. Think of batteries as perishable goods. Uploading Data in a Docking Station Important: Review the documentation provided with the user application installed in your EP10 before performing data uploads.

  • Page 39: Pairing A Bluetooth Headset

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10 Pairing a Bluetooth Headset 2.9.1 Pairing a Bluetooth Headset Note: Headset pairing information is also available in the Getting Started Centre in the Today screen on your EP10. Before pairing a headset or any other Bluetooth device with your EP10, make certain that the Bluetooth device power is enabled;...

  • Page 40: Inserting The Cards

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10 Inserting the Cards 2.10.1 Inserting the Cards • Switch off the EP10 – press and hold down the Power key, and when the Shutdown screen is displayed, choose Shutdown and tap on OK. •...

  • Page 41: Cleaning The Ep10

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10 Cleaning the EP10 2.12.2 Cleaning the EP10 Important: Do not immerse the EP10 in water. Dampen a soft cloth with mild detergent to wipe the unit clean. • Use only mild detergent or soapy water to clean the EP10 unit. •...
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  • Page 43: Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded

    Preliminary Draft SING INDOWS MBEDDED 3.1 Navigating in Windows Embedded 6.5 and Applications ....31 3.1.1 Navigating using a Touchscreen and Stylus ....31 3.2 Windows Embedded 6.5 Desktop –...
  • Page 44 Preliminary Draft 3.10.3 Block Recognizer and Letter Recognizer ....54 EP10 Hand-Held (Windows Embedded 6.5) User Manual...

  • Page 45: Navigating In Windows Embedded 6.5 And Applications

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Navigating in Windows Embedded 6.5 and Applications Navigating in Windows Embedded 6.5 and Applications Graphic user interfaces like Windows Embedded 6.5 for portable devices or desktop Windows (2000, XP, etc.) utilize ‘point and click’ navigation. On the EP10, this is accom- plished using a touchscreen and stylus rather than a mouse.

  • Page 46: Windows Embedded 6.5 Navigation Bar

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Windows Embedded 6.5 Navigation Bar The Today screen displays all your important information – tasks, unread e-mails and up- coming appointments – all in one place. The Start menu provides access to everything else you’ll need.
  • Page 47 Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Windows Embedded 6.5 Navigation Bar Connectivity The Connectivity hotkey provides a shortcut to the Connections tab in the Settings window. This tab provides access to Bluetooth, network, network card and internet connection setups. Phone Settings If your EP10 is running Windows Embedded 6.5, it is equipped with a phone option.

  • Page 48: Today's Date, Clock And Alarm

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Today’s Date, Clock and Alarm Two volume adjustments are provided – one for the speaker volume and the other for the phone dialer volume. Speaker Volume Phone Dialer Volume Battery Capacity Tapping on the Battery hotkey displays the Battery tab allowing you to view the remaining battery capacity in the battery.
  • Page 49 Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Today’s Date, Clock and Alarm The Clock & Alarms screen is displayed. • Tap on the drop-down menu arrows to set the GMT, time and date. An option to set the date and time for a visiting time zone is also available. To set an alarm: •...

  • Page 50: Ownership Information

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Ownership Information Tap on the time to display the clock. • Time Field To set the time, in the time field below the clock, tap on the hour to highlight it, and •...

  • Page 51: E-Mail Notification

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 E-mail Notification Tap on Owner, listed in the Today screen as Tap here to set owner information to • display a screen in which you can type information. • Type your name, company name, address, telephone number and e-mail address. Note: You can type information using the EP10 keyboard, or you can tap on the soft key- board icon in the bottom right corner of the softkey bar to display an onscreen keyboard.
  • Page 52 Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Task Notification Tap on the Tasks option to display a list of tasks. • Creating a Task • Tap in the field labelled Tap here to add a new task. The text is replaced with a blink- ing cursor.
  • Page 53 Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Task Notification Figure 3.1 Task Details Screen Each of the nine items in this screen, when tapped, displays a drop-down menu where you can choose from a list of options. • Once you’ve completed all the appropriate fields, tap on OK to save your changes. Note: You can also tap on the Notes tab to add additional information about the task your are defining.

  • Page 54: Calendar Of Upcoming Appointments

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Calendar of Upcoming Appointments You can choose All Tasks, Recently Viewed, No Categories, Active Tasks, or Completed Tasks. The tasks are displayed on the screen according to the preference you chose. 3.2.6 Calendar of Upcoming Appointments This option is used to map out all your upcoming appointments, meetings and so on in the weeks, months and years ahead.

  • Page 55: Adding Reminders

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Calendar of Upcoming Appointments Figure 3.2 Appointment Detail Screen • In the Subject field, name the appointment. • Complete the remaining fields to reflect your appointment details. Note: Refer to “Adding Reminders” on page 41 for details about reminders. Refer to“Using Categories”...

  • Page 56: Using Categories

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Calendar of Upcoming Appointments Tap the appointment in the Calendar screen to display it in a summary screen. The • reminder is indicated by the small, bell icon. 3.2.6.3 Using Categories Categories help you organize and track the different types of data you keep on your EP10. To assign an appointment to a category: •...

  • Page 57: Start Menu

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Start Menu Note: You can create a new category by tapping on New in the softkey bar at the bottom of the screen. 3.2.6.4 Deleting Appointments Tap and hold the stylus on the appointment you want to delete. •...

  • Page 58: Managing Files And Folders

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Managing Files and Folders Tap on Start>Settings. • • In the Personal tab, tap on the Menus icon. Tap the checkboxes next to the items you would like to appear in your Start menu. •...

  • Page 59: Creating A New Folder

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Creating a New Folder Tap on Start>Programs>File Explorer. • Tap to display additional Tap to display sorting options storage/files Files stored here automa- tically Tap to move back one level 3.4.1 Creating a New Folder Tap Start>Programs>File Explorer.

  • Page 60: Deleting A File

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Deleting a File 3.4.4 Deleting a File • Press and hold the stylus on the file or folder you want to delete until a pop-up menu is displayed. • Tap Delete to remove the file. Using Menus In Windows Embedded 6.5, the menu is located in the softkey bar at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 61: The Softkey Bar

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 The Softkey Bar • Gently press and hold the stylus on the screen. A ring of dots is displayed on the screen followed by a pop-up menu. Tap on the command you want to execute. •...
  • Page 62 Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 The Softkey Bar The Soft Keyboard Icon Tapping on the soft keyboard icon displays an onscreen keyboard you can use as an alterna- tive to the EP10 keyboard. Shift-State Indicator Icon The softkey bar can also display the shift-state indicator icon. This icon indicates active modifier keys–[SHIFT], [ALT], [CTRL], [ORANGE] and [BLUE].

  • Page 63: Programs - Using Applications

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Programs – Using Applications Programs – Using Applications • Tap Start>Programs to display the programs installed on your EP10. Figure 3.3 Program Screen Icons Opening an Application • Tap on a Program icon to launch the associated program. Minimizing an Application •...

  • Page 64: Settings

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Settings Opening, Closing and Switching Applications • Tap on Start>Settings. Tap on the System tab and then the Task Manager icon – the Task Manager screen is opened. The Task Manager screen lists all running tasks (applications). This applet provides a number of options to manage your opened applications.

  • Page 65: Help

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Help Figure 3.4 Settings Icons Settings are divided into three tabs – Personal, System and Connections. Refer to Chapter 5: “Settings” for details about the options available to you. Help Tapping on the Help option displays a screen of help topics that are content-specific; if for example, the Today screen is displayed and you tap on Start>Help, the help screen will provide topics about the Today screen.

  • Page 66: Entering Text

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Entering Text 3.10 Entering Text Note: For additional information about tailoring text entry using the soft keyboard, the transcriber, the block recognizer and the letter recognizer, refer to “Input” on page 107. You can enter text using either the soft keyboard or the EP10 keyboard.

  • Page 67: The Transcriber

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 The Transcriber 3.10.2 The Transcriber To access the Transcriber, with your document opened: • Tap on the arrow next to the keyboard icon, and choose Transcriber from the pop- up menu. • Review the introductory screen.

  • Page 68: Block Recognizer And Letter Recognizer

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Block Recognizer and Letter Recognizer Press and hold the stylus on the selected text to display a pop-up menu. Choose Cut, Copy, Paste or Clear (delete). Note: You can also use the softkey bar tools or the shortcuts listed in the introductory screen to help you edit a document within the Transcriber.

  • Page 69: Letter Recognizer

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5 Block Recognizer and Letter Recognizer • To create an uppercase character, draw a line straight up the ‘abc’ panel. • Use the Recognizer Icon Bar to move around the screen, add spaces, special characters, and so on.
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  • Page 71 Preliminary Draft ROGRAMS 4.1 Programs ........59 4.2 Games .
  • Page 72 Preliminary Draft 4.12.3 Opening a Photo ....... 77 4.12.4 Deleting a Photo ....... 78 4.12.5 Editing a Photo.

  • Page 73: Games

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Programs Programs The Programs menu provides access to all the applications available on your EP10. • Tap on Start>Programs to display this screen. Tapping on an icon in this screen launches the associated applet. Figure 4.1 Programs Tabs Games Your EP10 is equipped with a few standard games –...

  • Page 74: Calculator

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Calculator Calculator Tapping on Start>Programs>Calculator displays a standard calculator. • Use your stylus to tap the calculator buttons. Demo Scanner The Demo Scanner icon is used to test how the EP10 reads and writes bar codes. The Demo Scanner dialog box contains buttons at the bottom of the dialog box that allow you to Scan, Reset or change bar code Setting.

  • Page 75: Onenote Mobile

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs OneNote Mobile 4.6.1.1 Workbook Components Columns Address of selected text Entry bar Cell Rows Selected cell Status bar Formula drop-down menu Toolbar Sheet1 drop-down menu Menu bar • If the toolbar is not visible, tap on the View>Toolbar. You can enter data, work with rows and columns and create formulas as you would when working with Excel on your PC.
  • Page 76 Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs OneNote Mobile Important: Remember that you must have Microsoft Office OneNote 2007 and the latest version of ActiveSync installed on your PC before you can set up a partner- ship between your EP10 and your PC. ActiveSync can be installed from the Getting Started CD included with your EP10.
  • Page 77 Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs OneNote Mobile If this is not the case, tap on Start>Programs>Office Mobile icon. Tap on the OneNote Mobile icon. Tap on New to create a note page. Begin typing. • • When you complete your note, tap on Done. Note: Remember that you can tap on the Menu softkey to Undo typing, add Formats (Bold, Italic, Underline, Strikethrough), include Lists (Numbered, Bulleted, Clear) EP10 Hand-Held (Windows Embedded 6.5) User Manual...
  • Page 78 Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs OneNote Mobile Using the OneNote Menu Tapping on Menu displays a list of options to help you work with the OneNote Mobile applet. • Undo, Redo, Cut, Copy and Paste: These commands operate in the same way as they do in any Windows Office application.
  • Page 79 Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs OneNote Mobile Press [ENTER/Power] to snap a photo that is automatically inserted into your note. Insert Picture: Tapping on this command automatically displays your My Pictures • folder where you can tap on an existing picture to insert it into your note. EP10 Hand-Held (Windows Embedded 6.5) User Manual...
  • Page 80 Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs OneNote Mobile Insert Recording: When you tap on this command, a recording panel is displayed. • Cancel Save Play Stop Record Tap on the Record button to record your message. Tap on Stop when you’ve completed your message. Tap on Play to listen to your voice message.

  • Page 81: Word Mobile

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Word Mobile In Microsoft ActiveSync on your PC, choose Sync. • On your EP10, tap on Start>ActiveSync, and then tap on Sync. During synchronization, the notes you created on your EP10 are copied to a new Office OneNote 2007 notebook called OneNote Mobile on your PC.

  • Page 82: Powerpoint Mobile

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs PowerPoint Mobile Using Word Mobile Help If you need help using this application, you can review the instructions in the associated help files. To display Word Mobile help files: • Launch the Word Mobile program. Tap on Start>Help, and review the instructions provided.

  • Page 83: File Explorer

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs File Explorer File Explorer Windows Embedded 6.5 files are stored in folders and sub-folders that are accessible through File Explorer. You can open, save, rename, copy and paste files in the same manner as you would on any desktop PC. Important: Refer to “Managing Files and Folders”...

  • Page 84: Internet Sharing

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Internet Sharing 4.10 Internet Sharing This option allows you to use your EP10 to connect your PC to the Internet. Before you can use Internet Sharing, you must make certain that you have established a data connection on your EP10.

  • Page 85: Notes

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Notes Tap Connect. It takes approximately 30 seconds to establish a connection. (If you are • prompted to turn on Bluetooth, tap Yes.) If your are using a Bluetooth connection, execute the following steps on your PC: •...

  • Page 86: Converting Handwritten Notes To Text

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Converting Handwritten Notes to Text To enter text with the soft keyboard, the Transcriber, the Block or the Letter Recognizer, tap the stylus on the arrow to the right on the soft keyboard icon to choose your text input method.
  • Page 87 Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Converting Handwritten Notes to Text The text in the note is converted from handwritten to printed text. Note: To convert only a specific portion of your handwritten note into printed type, tap the stylus just before the first letter of the text, pause for a second, and then drag your stylus across the text you want to select.

  • Page 88: Renaming A Note

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Renaming a Note • Tap on the correct word in the list. • If the correct word is not listed, as is the case in the sample screen above, tap on the soft keyboard icon to display the soft keyboard, and type the correct word.

  • Page 89: Synchronizing A Note

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Synchronizing a Note A speaker icon is displayed in the note indicating the presence of a recording within the note. • To play the recorded note, tap on the speaker icon. 4.11.5 Synchronizing a Note Like Tasks, Contacts and so on, the Notes program can be synchronized with Outlook on your PC.
  • Page 90 Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Using the Camera Keep in mind that if there are no pictures stored on your EP10 as yet, you’ll only see the Camera icon in this screen. Tap on the Camera icon to activate the camera. •...

  • Page 91: Moving Photos To The Ep10

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Moving Photos to the EP10 Note: ‘Video’ is a toggle command. When the still camera is activated, ‘Video’ is available in this menu. When the video recorder is activated, ‘Still’ (camera) is available in this menu. 4.12.2 Moving Photos to the EP10 •...

  • Page 92: Deleting A Photo

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Deleting a Photo • Tap on a thumbnail to open the photo. Note: If you’ve stored your photos on a storage card, you’ll need to tap on the storage card icon to display your photos. 4.12.4 Deleting a Photo •...

  • Page 93: Using The Video Recorder

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Using the Video Recorder • To display the slide show tool bar, tap anywhere on the photo. Pause Previous Play Next Flip View Close 4.12.7 Using the Video Recorder • Tap on the Camera icon. EP10 Hand-Held (Windows Embedded 6.5) User Manual...

  • Page 94: Remote Desktop Mobile

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Remote Desktop Mobile In the bottom-right corner of the camera screen, tap on Menu>Video. • Press [ENTER/Power] to begin recording. • Video Recorder Icon Indicates that video is active. • To end the video, press [ENTER/Power] again, or tap on the Stop softkey. Note: When the ‘Video’...

  • Page 95: Connecting To A Terminal Server

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Connecting to a Terminal Server 4.13.1 Connecting to a Terminal Server • Tap on Start>Programs>Remote Desktop Mobile • In the Server dialog box, type the Terminal Server name or TCP/IP address, or choose a server from the drop-down menu. •...

  • Page 96: Search

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Search 4.14 Search • Tap Start>Programs, and then tap on the Search icon. • In the Search for field, type the item for which you’re looking. • To narrow your search, tap on the Type drop-down menu and choose from a list of pre- existing programs.

  • Page 97: Browsing Web Sites

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Browsing Web Sites You can connect to Internet Explorer in two ways: by connecting the EP10 directly to the In- ternet or by connecting through your PC while the EP10 is attached via ActiveSync (see “ActiveSync®”...

  • Page 98: Messaging

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Messaging 4.18 Messaging Note: Messaging is available from the Start menu by default. If you prefer it only be accessed from the Programs window, tap on Start>Settings, tap on the Menus icon and uncheck Messaging. The Messaging program is used to send and receive e-mail on your EP10.
  • Page 99 Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Synchronizing E-mail with Outlook In ActiveSync on your PC, tap on Tools>Options in the tool bar at the top of the screen. • Make certain that a check mark is displayed in the checkbox next to E-mail. Tap on OK. •...

  • Page 100: Changing Synchronization Settings

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Changing Synchronization Settings 4.18.3 Changing Synchronization Settings • In ActiveSync on your PC, double-tap the E-mail item in the Sync Options tab. Tap on the Select Folder button. • • Add a checkmark next to the folders in this screen that you want to synchronize with your EP10, and tap on OK.

  • Page 101: Windows Media

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 4: Programs Windows Media 4.19 Windows Media Windows Media allows you to play music and videos on your EP10. You can use Windows Media to play digital audio and video files that are stored on your EP10 or on the Web. •...
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  • Page 103 Preliminary Draft ETTINGS 5.1 Settings ......... 95 5.2 Personal Settings .
  • Page 104 Preliminary Draft 5.14 About Device........120 5.15 Backlight .
  • Page 105 Preliminary Draft 5.31 Teklogix Error Handling Service ......147 5.31.1 ErrorLogInfo ....... .147 5.31.2 NetLog .
  • Page 106 Preliminary Draft 5.39.7 About Tab ....... . . 180 5.39.8 The Bluetooth GPRS Phone ......180 5.40 Connection Properties .
  • Page 107 Preliminary Draft 5.44.6.2 Inbox ....... .210 5.44.6.3 Outbox ....... 211 5.44.6.4 SMS Configuration .
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  • Page 109: Chapter 5: Settings

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Settings Settings The Settings screen is divided into three tabs – Personal, System and Connections. • Tap on Start>Settings to display this screen. Figure 5.1 Settings Tabs Personal Settings The Personal tab allows you to tailor the general behaviour of your EP10 such as defining input methods, Start menu options, owner information, password assignment, sound specifi- cations, and so on.
  • Page 110 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings App Launch Keys Tap on Start>Settings, and then tap on the App Launch Keys icon. • To assign an application key: • Tap the Add button. • Press the key you want to use to launch an application. (If an unsupported key is pressed, a message appears on this screen letting you know.) EP10 Hand-Held (Windows Embedded 6.5) User Manual...
  • Page 111 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings App Launch Keys The cursor moves to the App field and a new screen is displayed where you can choose the application to which you want to assign the application key. If you need to, you can Browse through the information in your EP10 until you locate the application you want to launch.

  • Page 112: Buttons Icon

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Buttons Icon Buttons Icon • Tap on Start>Settings, and then tap on the Buttons icon to display your options. Note: The ‘Program Buttons’ option is not available on the EP10. 5.4.1 Up/Down Control Sliding the Delay before first repeat bar to the left decreases the delay between key repeats while sliding the bar to the right increases the repeat delay time.

  • Page 113: Sequence

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Sequence 5.4.2 Sequence This slider determines the allowable pause between alpha key presses on a keypad. For example, suppose you want to type the letter ‘c’ – you would need to press the [2] key three times.
  • Page 114 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings One Shots Important: Once you’ve assigned a One Shot mode to a modifier key, you need to tap on the OK button at the top of the tab to activate your selection. Lock If you choose Lock from the drop-down menu, pressing a modifier key once locks it ‘on’ until you press the modifier key a second time to unlock or turn it off.

  • Page 115: Keyboard Macro Keys

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Keyboard Macro Keys 5.4.4 Keyboard Macro Keys Macro keys are not labelled on the keypad. However, you can map up to 12 macro functions using the keyboard remapping function described in “Scancode Remapping” on page 103. A macro has 20 programmable characters (or “positions”).

  • Page 116: Unicode Mapping

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Unicode Mapping When you’ve finished recording your macro sequence, tap on Stop Recording. • A new screen – Verify Macro – displays the macro sequence you created. • Tap on the Save button to save your macro. Your macro key sequence is listed in the Macro screen.

  • Page 117: Scancode Remapping

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Scancode Remapping Adding and Changing Unicode Values Important: Changes to Unicode mappings are not saved until you exit the Unicode Mapping tab by tapping on [OK]. Tap on the Add/Change button. • • Highlight a value in the Unicode mapping list. Position the cursor in the Unicode Mapping field, and type a Unicode value for the •...
  • Page 118 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Scancode Remapping There are three different tables of scancode mappings: the Normal table, the Blue table and the Orange table. The Normal table defines unmodified key presses; the Blue table defines key presses that occur when the [BLUE] modifier is on; the Orange table defines key presses that occur when the [ORANGE] modifier is on.
  • Page 119 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Scancode Remapping The Remap Scancode dialog box is displayed. • Type the scan code in hexidecimal in the field labelled Scancode. Note: The ‘Label’ field displays the default function of the scancode you are remapping. Virtual Key, Function and Macro The radio buttons at the bottom of the dialog box allow you to define to what the scan code will be remapped to: Virtual Key, Function or Macro.

  • Page 120: Lock Sequence

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Lock Sequence Removing a Remap • In the Scancode Remapping tab, highlight the scancode you want to delete, and tap on the Remove button. • Tap on OK. 5.4.7 Lock Sequence The Lock Sequence tab allows you to lock the EP10 keyboard to prevent keys from being pressed accidentally when, for example, the unit is inserted in a holster.

  • Page 121: Input

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Input A locked keyboard icon is displayed in the softkey bar when the keyboard is locked. Locked Keyboard Icon To unlock the keyboard, type the key sequence again. • Input The Input icon provides access to text input options you can use to tailor the soft keyboard, block recognizer, letter recognizer and transcriber along with voice recording options.

  • Page 122: Input Method Tab

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Input Method Tab 5.5.1 Input Method Tab • Tap on Start>Settings and then on the Input icon to display your options. A drop-down menu next to Input method allows you to tailor your methods of input – Block Recognizer, Keyboard, Letter Recognizer and Transcriber.
  • Page 123 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Input Method Tab Keyboard Options This screen is displayed when you choose Keyboard in the Input method drop-down menu. You can use it to customize the soft keyboard. You can choose Large Keys or Small Keys to increase or decrease the size of the keys displayed on the soft keyboard.
  • Page 124 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Input Method Tab Figure 5.2 Letter Recognizer Quick Settings These options allow the Letter Recognizer to better interpret any specialized strokes and accents you may wish to use. Transcriber Options Note: Before you can display the Options for Transcriber, you need to select Transcriber as the active input method.
  • Page 125 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Input Method Tab Inking In the Inking tab, you are presented with a number of options. Recognition Delay allows you to determine the time delay between writing something on the Transcriber screen and its recognition into printed text. Enabling Add space after automatically adds a space after each word you write.

  • Page 126: Options-Additional Choices

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Options–Additional Choices 5.5.1.1 Word Completion This tab speeds the writing process regardless of the input method chosen. When you begin entering a word, this option displays what it assumes is the complete word, saving you having to type the word in its entirety.

  • Page 127: Lock

    It is critical that you store your password in a safe place. If you forget it, a ‘clean start’ must be performed by certified Psion Teklogix personnel. A clean start returns the EP10 to factory settings. Only the data stored in a CF or SD memory card are preserved.

  • Page 128: Menus

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Menus Menus The Menus icon allows you to display options to customise the Start Menu. • Tap on Start>Settings and then tap on the Menus icon. 5.7.1 Start Menu Tab This tab allows you to define the items that will be listed in your Start menu. •...

  • Page 129: Owner Information

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Owner Information Owner Information Tapping on Start>Settings and then tapping on the Owner Information icon allows you to add your personal information to the EP10. Some of this information will be displayed in the desktop Today screen. Important: Refer to “Ownership Information”...

  • Page 130: Phone

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Phone Phone Tapping on Start>Settings and then tapping on the Phone icon allows you to adjust phone settings such as the ring type and tone, choose phone services such as barring calls, and you can also determine network selections. Important: Refer to “Managing Phone Settings”...

  • Page 131: Sounds

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Sounds 5.10.1 Sounds • Tap on Start>Settings, and then tap on the Sounds & Notifications icon to display this dialog box. • Tap in the checkboxes and radio buttons to enable the event(s) that will cause your unit to emit a sound.

  • Page 132: Today Screen

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Today Screen 5.11 Today Screen This option allows you to tailor the appearance of the Today screen – the desktop screen. • Tap on Start>Settings, and then tap on the Today icon. 5.11.1 Appearance This screen allows you to customize the background displayed on the Today screen. •...

  • Page 133: System Tab Settings

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings System Tab Settings Tap in the checkbox to the left of the item(s) you want displayed in the Today screen. • • To rearrange the list of items, highlight the item you want to move up or down and tap on the Move Up or Move Down button.

  • Page 134: About Device

    Experience. These categories include Mi- crosoft settings, Psion Teklogix settings and Custom settings in a drop-down menu. Each category contains a group of default settings. If you change a default setting, the category is automatically changed to Custom settings.

  • Page 135: External Power

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings External Power To Turn on backlight when a button is pressed or the screen is tapped, tap in the • checkbox to the left of this option. 5.15.2 External Power This tab determines the behaviour of the backlight when the EP10 is using external rather than battery power.

  • Page 136: Certificates

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Certificates 5.16 Certificates A public key is transmitted as part of a certificate. The certificates listed in the Certificates tabs ensure that the submitted public key is, in fact, the public key that belongs to the sub- mitter.
  • Page 137 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Certificates Intermediate Certificates The items in this list help identify intermediate certification authorities. Root Certificates • To view details about a certificate – who issued the certificate, to whom it was issued, the issue date and the expiry date – tap on a certificate in the list. •...

  • Page 138: Choosing A Certificate

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Choosing a Certificate 5.16.1 Choosing a Certificate Normally, certificates already configured for your network are chosen automatically by the EP10. If a certificate cannot be chosen automatically, you must choose it from the Certifi- cates list. •...

  • Page 139: Encryption

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Encryption Note: If you want to make this option inaccessible, go to Start>Settings and tap on the About Device icon. In the Experience tab, remove the checkmark to the left of Enable Customer Feedback and SQM (reset required). As indi- cated, you’ll need to reset the EP10.

  • Page 140: Error Reporting

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Error Reporting Tap on Start>Settings>System tab>Encryption icon. • 5.20 Error Reporting Error Reporting allows you to enable or disable Microsoft error reporting prompts. • Tap on Start>Settings. Tap on the System tab followed by the Error Reporting icon. EP10 Hand-Held (Windows Embedded 6.5) User Manual...

  • Page 141: Gps (Global Positioning System)

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings GPS (Global Positioning System) 5.21 GPS (Global Positioning System) With a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver, you can locate your exact position on a map. However, even without a GPS receiver, several different mapping programs can run on your EP10.

  • Page 142: Gps (Global Positioning System) Settings

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings GPS (Global Positioning System) Settings Tap on the Hardware tab, and choose a GPS hardware port and the appropriate • Baud rate. Windows Embedded 6.5 automatically manages access to the GPS receiver. However, some programs may not work with automatic configuration. If this is the case: Tap on the Access tab, and disable Manage GPS automatically (recommended).
  • Page 143 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings GPS (Global Positioning System) Settings Tap on Start>Settings>System tab>GPS Settings icon. • Power Tab This tab allows you to dictate how the GPS module behaves. The GPS Power drop-down menu is used to control when the GPS is powered on and off. Off –...
  • Page 144 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings GPS (Global Positioning System) Settings Profiles Tab Tapping on the GPS Profile Selection drop-down menu allows you to choose an appropriate profile: Default, Automotive or Pedestrian. Default profile is a good general profile suitable for most uses. •...
  • Page 145 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings GPS (Global Positioning System) Settings AGPS (Assisted Global Positioning System) Tab To determine your location, a GPS module receives data from three or more GPS satellites in fixed orbit around the Earth. The GPS module triangulates your location based on the time it takes for signals to get to and from the satellites.
  • Page 146 Internet and should only be altered with the assistance of qualified Psion Teklogix personnel. They will be able to help you configure your Psion Tek- logix device(s) and web server to retrieve the ephemeris data.

  • Page 147: Manage Triggers

    If GPS module support service is re- quired, you may be asked to tap on the Save button in this tab and forward the information to Psion Teklogix support staff. 5.23...

  • Page 148: Trigger Mappings

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Trigger Mappings Tap on Start>Settings>System tab>Manage Triggers icon. • 5.23.1 Trigger Mappings A trigger mapping is an association between a particular key on the keyboard and a driver or application, the module(s) – sometimes referred to as “trigger consumer(s)” – of the trigger source.

  • Page 149: Add And Edit Trigger Mapping

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Trigger Mappings Show All Modules By default, the trigger mapping list only shows active mappings. Mappings for drivers or applications that are not currently active are not normally displayed. By checking this checkbox, all mappings, both active and inactive, are displayed. Tapping this button brings up the Add mapping dialog (see below), so that you can add new trigger mappings.
  • Page 150 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Trigger Mappings Note: It is possible to map the same source to different modules (trigger consumers) – for example, to both the Imager and Non-Decoded Scanner. If so, both devices/opera- tions will occur simultaneously. This is not recommended in most cases, especially with devices such as Imagers.

  • Page 151: Managed Programs

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Managed Programs 5.24 Managed Programs Managed Programs lets you view, download and install applications that are deployed by the System Center Mobile Device Manager (a server-side solution that helps enable IT to have control of their device deployment with respect to security, management and access to the corporate network).

  • Page 152: Main Tab

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Main Tab 5.25.1 Main Tab This tab lists the memory allocated for file and data storage and for program storage. 5.25.2 Storage Card The Storage Card screen indicates the total storage card or RAM disk memory along with the amount in use.

  • Page 153: Battery Tab

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Battery Tab 5.26.1 Battery Tab This tab allows you to view the remaining battery capacity. 5.26.2 Advanced Tab The Advanced tab allows you to manage battery consumption. On Battery Power When the EP10 is operating on battery power, this option allows you to determine how long the unit will remain on when it is not in use.

  • Page 154: Battery Details

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Battery Details Tap in the checkbox to the left of On battery power to enable this option. Tap in the • drop-down menu to choose the number of minutes your unit can remain idle before it shuts down.

  • Page 155: Built-In Devices

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Built-In Devices 5.26.4 Built-In Devices Built-In Devices Checking the box next to Enable Bluetooth switches on the built-in Bluetooth radio. 5.26.5 Card Slots When you select one or more of the card slots listed, power is supplied to the enabled slot(s). Clicking on the Apply button activates your selections.

  • Page 156: Suspend Threshold And Estimated Battery Backup

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Suspend Threshold and Estimated Battery Backup 5.26.6 Suspend Threshold and Estimated Battery Backup The Estimated Battery Backup is the amount of battery power that has been reserved or set aside to protect data until a fully charged battery can be installed in the EP10. When the battery capacity is depleted up to the Estimated Battery Backup reserve specified in the Suspend Threshold tab, the EP10 shuts off automatically and uses the reserve power to pre- serve the data stored on the EP10.

  • Page 157: Suspend Mode

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Suspend Mode 5.26.7 Suspend Mode When this option is enabled, any time the EP10 enters suspend mode (e.g., an idle time out, Power button press or through the Start menu), Go to standby on suspend forces the EP10 to enter Standby mode.

  • Page 158: Remove Programs

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Remove Programs • Tap on the drop-down menu to choose your language and region. Once you’ve selected a language and region, you may need to adjust the way numbers, cur- rency, the time and the date appear in your EP10. •...

  • Page 159: Task Manager

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Task Manager Tap Start>Settings. Tap on the System tab, and then tap on the Screen icon. • Important: Refer to “Aligning (Calibrating) the Touchscreen” on page 20 for details. 5.30 Task Manager The Task Manager screen lists all running tasks (applications) or processes. This applet pro- vides a number of options to manage these.
  • Page 160 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Task Manager Tap on Start>Settings. Tap on the System tab and then the Task Manager icon – the • Task Manager screen is opened. • End Task: To shut down an application, highlight the program in the list, and tap on the End Task softkey in the taskbar at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 161: Teklogix Error Handling Service

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Teklogix Error Handling Service End All Tasks: Shuts down all applications listed. • • View: Allows you to list either all running applications or all processes. • Sort By: Allows you to sort active applications or processes based on Memory size, CPU or application or process Name.

  • Page 162: Netlog

    Enable NetLog Debug Capturing, debug data is collected so that, if necessary, it can be for- warded to a Psion Teklogix technician for evaluation. You can also define where you want the data stored and the maximum size of the file.

  • Page 163: Teklogix Imagers Settings

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Teklogix Imagers Settings 5.32 Teklogix Imagers Settings The Teklogix Imagers applet is used to create, modify, delete and activate imager settings. The principle uses of the applet are to decode bar codes and to capture images. Note: This icon is only when displayed when the HHP 5000 imager is installed in your EP10 hand-held.

  • Page 164: Scanner Settings

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Scanner Settings To launch the demo: • Tap on Start>Programs, and then tap on the PTSI Imager icon. 5.33 Scanner Settings The Teklogix Scanners icon in the Settings menu provides access to dialog boxes in which you can tailor bar code options and choose the bar codes your scanner will recognize.

  • Page 165: Bar Code Settings - The Scanner Menu

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Bar Code Settings – The Scanner Menu Tap on Start>Settings, and then tap on the System tab followed by the Teklogix • Scanner icon. 5.33.1 Bar Code Settings – The Scanner Menu The drop-down menu to the right of the Scanner option allows you to choose from one of the following scanner types used with your EP10: Decoded (internal), Decoded (Intermec ISCP) or Imager.

  • Page 166: Options Tab

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Options Tab 5.33.2 Options Tab This tab allows you to tailor the double-click parameters and the display options associated with your scanner. 5.33.2.1 Double Click Parameters Click Time (msec) This parameter controls the maximum gap time (in milliseconds) for a double-click. If the time between the first and second clicks of the scanner trigger is within this time, it is con- sidered a double-click.

  • Page 167: Display Parameters

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Options Tab 5.33.2.2 Display Parameters Scan Result When this parameter is enabled, the type of bar code and the result of the scan appear on the screen. Note that this information is only displayed after a successful decode and is visible only while the scanner trigger is pressed.

  • Page 168: Translations Tab

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Translations Tab 5.33.2.3 Data Handling This option allows you to choose the code page your EP10 will use to display data – Default Local ASCII or ISO-8859-1 Latin 1. Codepage: Tapping on this option displays a window in which you can define the code page your EP10 will use.
  • Page 169 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Translations Tab In the Translations tab, tap on a Case # to create rules. • EP10 Hand-Held (Windows Embedded 6.5) User Manual...

  • Page 170: Case Rules

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Translations Tab Tap on the No rule drop-down menu to display the rules. • When you choose a rule, an associated screen is displayed in which you can define the rule. 5.33.3.1 Case Rules The case rules are defined as follows: •...

  • Page 171: Ports Tab

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Ports Tab Verify barcode size – verifies the bar code size. This rule should generally be assigned • first, before creating subsequent rules. • Search and replace – replaces all instances of the match string. (Note that this rule cannot fail.) Warning: Keep in mind that the effects of previously applied rules must be taken into account when creating subsequent rules.

  • Page 172: Port Replicator Port A (Com5:)

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Ports Tab 5.33.4.1 Port Replicator Port A (COM5:) Enabled This parameter allows you to turn this port on (enable) and off. Baud Double-tapping on this parameter displays a pop-up window in which you can choose an ap- propriate baud rate.
  • Page 173 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Ports Tab Parity This parameter determines the type of parity checking used on the data going through the tether port. Double-tapping on this option displays a pop-up window in which you can choose the appropriate Parity. Stop Bits This parameter specifies the number of stop bits –...

  • Page 174: Total Recall

    Note: In Windows Embedded 6.5, the registry and installed programs are stored in the Flash file system and are not lost on reset. However, in special cases, Psion Teklogix personnel may find it necessary to perform a ‘clean start’; this will reset not only...

  • Page 175: Creating A Backup Profile

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Creating a Backup Profile Tap on Start>Settings. Tap on the Total Recall icon. • In the drop-down menu, you can choose: Create Backup Profile, Restore Selected Profile, View Selected Profile Data, and Delete Selected Profile. Keep in mind that until a profile is created, only one option is available –...
  • Page 176 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Creating a Backup Profile Next, choose the Profile Type you want to create: • - For this device only – creates a backup that is manually restored by the operator. - AutoRestore for this device only – creates a profile that automatically restores itself following a cold start.
  • Page 177 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Creating a Backup Profile View Selections Depending on what you have selected for inclusion in your profile, you can view a list of all files, selected files, databases, and/or the registry. If you’re satisfied with the items in the profile, tap on Next. •...

  • Page 178: Restoring A Profile

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Restoring a Profile 5.34.2 Restoring a Profile To manually restore a profile: Choose Restore Selected Profile from the drop-down menu, and choose the Profile • Name you want to restore. In the next screen, tap on Restore to restore your profile. •...

  • Page 179: Advanced Interface And Network

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Advanced Interface And Network 5.35.1 Advanced Interface And Network Enable IPv6 This option allows you to enable Internet Protocol, version 6, that has been published to use 128-bit IP address (replacing version 4). Modem Logging When this option is enabled, the EP10 logs AT commands (e.g., dial-out information, pass- word string, etc.) that the administrator can monitor for debugging purposes.

  • Page 180: Advanced Services Settings

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Advanced Services Settings 5.35.2 Advanced Services Settings FTP Server This option is enabled by default to allow file transfers. Keep in mind that data transfer in either direction is restricted to the Temp folder – that is, data are always loaded from the FTP Server to the Temp folder and from the Temp folder to the FTP Server.

  • Page 181: Radio Features

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Radio Features 5.35.3 Radio Features AP Density This option allows you to determine the signal strength at which the EP10 radio will begin searching for a new Access Point (AP): High, Medium or Low. If this option is set to High, the radio will begin searching for a new Access Point while still at a fairly strong signal strength.

  • Page 182: User System Setting

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings User System Setting enters sleep mode when no activity is detected to reduce power consumption. Another benefit is that when Radio Power Management is enabled, even when no activity is de- tected, the access point does not disassociate the EP10. 5.35.4 User System Setting Docking Port Message Checking this box blocks the message that normally pops up on the display when the EP10...

  • Page 183: Registry Editor

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Registry Editor 5.35.5 Registry Editor This option is reserved for senior administrators who have a strong understanding of registry keys and values. Careless registry editing can cause irreversible damage to the EP10. 5.36 Windows Update This program checks for software updates, and if found, downloads updates to your EP10.

  • Page 184: Navigation Bar Hotkeys

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Navigation Bar Hotkeys Tap on Start>Settings>Connections tab to display your connection options. • Navigation Bar Tap on these connectivity hotkeys to display Notification Bubbles Notification Bubble 5.37.1 Navigation Bar Hotkeys Some of the connectivity icons in the Navigation Bar along the top of the screen are hotkeys that offer shortcuts to connection setups.
  • Page 185 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Navigation Bar Hotkeys Automatic Network Detection If a wireless network is available when you switch on your hand-held, a notification bubble may appear letting you know which networks have been found. You can choose a network from here.

  • Page 186: Beam

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Beam displays a group of notification icons – in the sample screen below, a missed call icon and a new voice message icon. Multiple Notification Icon Missed Call Icon New Voice Message Icon Tapping on any of these icons displays an associated notification bubble with information about and access to the missed call(s) or voice message(s).

  • Page 187: The Devices Tab

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings The Devices Tab 5.39.1 The Devices Tab This tab allows you to scan for other Bluetooth enabled devices, and it allows you to pair devices. Note: You may need to enable your Bluetooth radio before you begin. Refer to “Bluetooth Mode”...
  • Page 188 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings The Devices Tab Highlight the device you want to add. Tap on Next. • If required, type your Passcode. If not, skip this step and just tap on Next. • A pop-up message lets you know that your device has been connected to your EP10. EP10 Hand-Held (Windows Embedded 6.5) User Manual...

  • Page 189: Pairing A Device

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings The Devices Tab To change the Display Name, tap on the Advanced button. This is an optional step. • Tap on Save. • Note: To connect to a Bluetooth-equipped device that’s already been added, tap on the item in Bluetooth list box.

  • Page 190: Bluetooth Mode

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Bluetooth Mode 5.39.2 Bluetooth Mode • Tap Start>Settings. Tap on the Connections tab following by the Bluetooth icon. Next, tap on the Mode tab. When Turn on Bluetooth is checked, Bluetooth features are available. If this option is dis- abled, you cannot send or receive information using Bluetooth.

  • Page 191: Bluetooth Com Ports

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Bluetooth COM Ports 5.39.3 Bluetooth COM Ports New Outgoing Port When you pair the EP10 with another device, New Outgoing Port is listed in this dialog box. Tapping on this option allows you to assign an outgoing COM port number. •...

  • Page 192: Outgoing Port

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Outgoing Port 5.39.4 Outgoing Port Outgoing Port acts as a serial port that can be used to connect to a list of Bluetooth devices (one at a time). This tab allows you to assign and enable an outgoing port and choose the device with which you want to communicate from the list.

  • Page 193: Active Connections

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Active Connections You can assign either a BSP or a COM prefix from the drop-down menu. BSP (Bluetooth Serial Port) was created by Microsoft to allow Bluetooth to have its own serial prefix in order to free up virtual COM prefixes as these are limited and are widely used. (In Windows Embedded 6.5, the COM Ports tab is used to assign a virtual outgoing COM port to a Paired Bluetooth service, and the Outgoing Port tab is used to assign multiple outgoing Bluetooth services to a single virtual port.)

  • Page 194: About Tab

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings About Tab 5.39.7 About Tab The About tab displays information about the Bluetooth module, such as the manufacturer name, local address and version. Like the Active tab, this information cannot be edited. 5.39.8 The Bluetooth GPRS Phone Once you’ve completed the Bluetooth settings, you can go ahead and set up communication through your Bluetooth-equipped phone.
  • Page 195 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings The Bluetooth GPRS Phone 3. Type a name for the connection. 4. Tap on the Select a modem drop-down menu, and choose Bluetooth. Tap on Next. 5. Make certain that the phone is discoverable. Some phones also need to be pairable in order to accept a bonding request.

  • Page 196: Connection Properties

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Connection Properties 5.40 Connection Properties This applet is used to set up serial modem connections. Tap on Start>Settings>Connections tab>Connection Properties icon • Choose a connection from the drop-down menu, and tap on Edit Properties. • EP10 Hand-Held (Windows Embedded 6.5) User Manual...

  • Page 197: Port Settings

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Port Settings 5.40.1 Port Settings Baud Rate In the Baud rate drop-down menu, choose a new baud rate. Check your modem documen- tation for the appropriate baud rate. Data Bits This parameter determines the number of bits for the data going through this port. Possible values are: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.

  • Page 198: Call Options

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Call Options 5.40.2 Call Options Cancel Call If Not Connected Within Tap in the checkbox to enable this option to make certain that the EP10 does not stay online too long while waiting to connect with a network. Enter the number of seconds after which the call will be cancelled.

  • Page 199: Modem Connection Setup

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Modem Connection Setup 1. Tap Start>Settings, and then tap on the Connections tab. 2. Tap on the Connections icon. Note: In the Connections window, the Tasks tab is used to create new connections and manage existing ones. The Advanced tab allows you to choose a network. If you need to change these settings, contact your ISP or network administrator before making changes.
  • Page 200 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Modem Connection Setup If your EP10 does not have access to a mobile phone network, insert a modem card in the unit. 1. Tap Start>Settings. Tap on the Connections tab followed by the Connections icon. 2.
  • Page 201 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Modem Connection Setup 6. In the next screen, enter the phone number exactly as you want it dialed. If, for example, you need to dial 9 for an outside line, enter 9 at the beginning of the phone number.

  • Page 202: Advanced Modem Settings

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Modem Connection Setup 5.41.1.1 Advanced Modem Settings TCP/IP Settings Tab If your server assigns IP addresses dynamically, you will not need to change these settings. If you need to make changes, contact your ISP or network administrator for addresses. Server Settings Tab If your server assigns IP addresses dynamically, you will not need to change these settings.

  • Page 203: Wireless Manager Icon

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Wireless Manager Icon 5.42 Wireless Manager Icon The Wireless Manager icon acts as a connection manager, providing access to Wi-Fi, Blue- tooth, GPS and GSM/GPRS settings. Important: The ‘Wireless Manager’ option provides detailed Help files to assist you in setting up your EP10.

  • Page 204: Setting Up A Network Card

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Setting Up a Network Card To disable a particular radio connection rather than all connections: • Highlight an Available (enabled) radio listed in this dialog box, and then tap on the Disable button. 5.42.2 Setting Up a Network Card Network (802.11) cards are used to connect to a network so that you can browse the Internet, download e-mail and so on.
  • Page 205 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Network Adaptor Cards Tap on the Network Cards icon. • • If you need to specify server information, double-tap on the appropriate adaptor, and then tap on the IP Address and/or Name Servers tab. Note: Because most networks use DHCP, you should not need to change these settings unless instructed to do so by your network administrator.

  • Page 206: Changing Network Card Settings

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Changing Network Card Settings 5.42.4 Changing Network Card Settings • If you use your network card in two locations such as work and home, you’ll need to change the network to which the network card connects. •...

  • Page 207: Managing An Existing Connection

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Managing an Existing Connection Launch a program like Internet Explorer to activate the connection. The VPN connec- • tion will start automatically. 5.42.6 Managing an Existing Connection Once you’ve defined a connection, a new option appears in the first Connections screen– Manage existing connections.

  • Page 208: Selecting A Network

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Selecting a Network Tap on the General tab. • Type the name you prefer in the field labelled Enter a name for these settings. • • Tap on OK. 5.42.7 Selecting a Network Important: Normally, you will not need to change these settings. Contact your ISP or network administrator before making any changes.

  • Page 209: Proxy Server Setup

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Proxy Server Setup Tap on the Advanced tab. • Tap on Select Networks. • In the appropriate lists, choose My ISP or My Work Network. • 5.42.8 Proxy Server Setup Note: If you are connected to your ISP or private network during synchronization, the EP10 will download the appropriate settings during synchronization from your PC.

  • Page 210: Changing Advanced Proxy Server Settings

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Proxy Server Setup Under My Work Network, tap on Set up my proxy server. • Add a checkmark next to This network connects to the Internet and This network • uses a proxy server to connect to the Internet. •...

  • Page 211: Wireless Statistics

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Wireless Statistics Tap on the proxy type you want to change. For the appropriate server type, type the • proxy server name and port. • Tap on OK. 5.43 Wireless Statistics • Tap on Start>Settings>Connections tab>Wireless Statistics icon to display the com- munication statistics of your wireless connection along with the radio card name, MAC address, driver version and NDIS Compliance information.

  • Page 212: Establishing A Connection

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Establishing a Connection A GPRS packet data connection is active. CDMA/1xRTT Signal strength is between 1% and 20%. Signal strength is between 21% and 40%. Signal strength is between 41% and 60%. Signal strength is between 61% and 80%. Signal strength is between 81% and 100%.

  • Page 213: Disconnecting From A Network

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Disconnecting from a Network • Authenticating user • User authenticated • Connected Note: Keep in mind that these states may be displayed fairly quickly if the progress of the connection is rapid. When the connection state reaches PPP link to modem active, the softkey bar icon changes to indicate an active connection.

  • Page 214: Error States

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Advanced Information Note: If you exceed the number of allowable attempts, a PUK entry window is brought to the foreground. You’ll need to enter a new PIN number. Once the correct PIN or PUK is entered or if none was required, the modem is instructed to perform a GSM network registration followed by a GPRS attach.

  • Page 215: Tools Menu

    • NDIS error An internal software error has occurred. If a reset does not clear this condition, Psion Tek- logix technical support may need to investigate further. 5.44.5 Tools Menu The Tools menu in the main Wireless WAN dialog box offers some additional, advanced setup features.
  • Page 216 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Tools Menu While automatic connection mode is enabled, the Connect Data button in the main Wireless LAN dialog box changes to Disable Auto. To close the currently active connection (if any) and disable the automatic connection mode: •...
  • Page 217 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Tools Menu Important: For CDMA/1xRTT, automatic configuration is not available – connec- tions must be configured manually. Under APN, the packet service access number must be entered (typically “#777”). In the following section, all the parameters that need to be configured for a connection (such as APN, user name, password, DNS server addresses etc.) are referred to as a profile.
  • Page 218 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Tools Menu New – Tapping on the New button allows you to create a new profile. • The name of the newly created profile must be different from all existing profiles. Also, the name cannot be Default. When the New Data Profile dialog box is opened, a proposal for a unique name is filled in the corresponding entry field.

  • Page 219: Security Configuration

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Tools Menu Advanced IP – The Advanced IP button in the Show Profile and Edit Profile dialog • boxes opens another dialog box that allows you to configure a static IP address as well as the IP addresses for the primary and secondary DNS and WINS resolvers. 5.44.5.2 Security Configuration The Security Configuration dialog box is called up through the Tools menu.

  • Page 220: Network Configuration

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Tools Menu If unauthorized access to the device is a concern, the Require PIN on resume checkbox should be checked. In this case, you will be prompted whenever a PIN is required and the PIN is not stored. 5.44.5.3 Network Configuration Note: Network configuration is not available with CDMA modems.

  • Page 221: Driver Mode Configuration

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Tools Menu 5.44.5.4 Driver Mode Configuration By default, the Wireless WAN driver is enabled (the Enable driver checkbox is checked). The driver must be disabled in order to access the modem directly (e.g. dial-up data, fax, or in order to manually submit AT commands to the modem for development, testing, approv- als, etc.).
  • Page 222 Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Tools Menu SIM, the Phone field remains empty. The modem serial number is called IMEI for GSM modems and ESN for CDMA modems. The SIM ID is sometimes referred to as the ICC ID (International Charge Card Identifier). Not all modems support the retrieval of the SIM ID.

  • Page 223: Sms Menu

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings SMS Menu When the EP10 enters suspend mode, the modem remains powered. If the EP10 is not turned on again during the configured time, the unit briefly wakes up from suspend mode, shuts down the modem, and enters suspend mode again. The default mode is Enabled - Keep on for 1 hour.

  • Page 224: New Sms

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings SMS Menu 5.44.6.1 New SMS Tapping on New opens a dialog box for sending a new SMS message. The recipient's phone number (to be entered in the To field) can consist of the digits 0 through 9, as well as the * and # characters, optionally preceded by one + character, indicating an international number (i.e.

  • Page 225: Outbox

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings SMS Menu most recently received message first. The list can be sorted by any other column by clicking on the corresponding column heading. Clicking the same column heading twice reverses the sort order. Pressing any letter or digit moves the highlight to the next message whose address begins with that letter or number.

  • Page 226: Sms Configuration

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings SMS Menu 5.44.6.4 SMS Configuration Tapping on SMS Configuration opens the SMS configuration dialog. The SMS Centre Address follows the same rules as the recipient's phone number in the New message dialog. The Message Validity Period parameter is sent to the SMS Centre with each message sent subsequently and instructs the SMS Centre on how long it should attempt to deliver the message to the recipient (the SMS Centre may impose an upper limit on the validity period regardless of the setting).

  • Page 227: Windows Update

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 5: Settings Windows Update 5.45 Windows Update This program checks for software updates, and if found, downloads updates to your EP10. You can choose to have updates checked automatically, or if you prefer, you can determine when your unit will check for updates. EP10 Hand-Held (Windows Embedded 6.5) User Manual...
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  • Page 229 Preliminary Draft & A ERIPHERAL EVICES CCESSORIES 6.1 Carrying Accessories ........219 6.1.1 The Hand Strap with Tether –...
  • Page 230 Preliminary Draft 6.6.5 Troubleshooting ....... 233 6.6.5.1 EP10 Charge Indicator LED Stays Off ....233 6.6.5.2 EP10 Charge Indicator LED Fast Flashes Green .
  • Page 231 Preliminary Draft 6.12.6 Maintaining the Vehicle Cradle ..... . .248 6.13 EA11 Imager ........249 6.13.1 Operating Two Dimensional (2D) Imagers .
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  • Page 233: Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Carrying Accessories Carrying Accessories There are a variety of carrying accessories to help the operator work safely and comfortably with the EP10. Carrying Accessory Model Number Hand Straps RV6021 (with stylus and tether) - PN TBD Carrying Pouch RV6090 leather pouch (non-functional access to DC port, in- cludes belt clip TBD model no.
  • Page 234 Preliminary Draft Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories The Hand Strap with Tether – Model No. RV6021 Figure 6.1 Attaching The Hand Strap Hand Strap Bar Hand Strap Anchor Back of EP10 1. Attach the hand strap to the EP10 by looping the Velcro tab around the pin and adhering the tab to the Velcro pad (TBD).

  • Page 235: Attaching The Tether - Model No. Rv6020

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Attaching the Tether – Model No. RV6020 6.1.2 Attaching the Tether – Model No. RV6020 The tether can be installed to the back of the EP10 to provide a secure means for attaching the stylus to the hand-held.

  • Page 236: Carrying Pouch

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Carrying Pouch Attaching the Stylus Tether to the Retainer 1. If not assembled, thread the tether cord through the stylus as shown, pulling the cord tight. 2. Thread the tether through the eyelet on the strap. 3.

  • Page 237: Adaptor Cable Options

    Important: Keep in mind when ordering a charger or docking station, you must also order the appropriate power cord separately. Psion Teklogix offers a variety of chargers and docking stations for the EP10. These include: • Snap Modules are mobile adaptor designed for the EP10. Two models are available –...

  • Page 238: Installation: Chargers And Docking Stations

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Installation: Chargers and Docking Stations • Do not operate the AC adaptor with a damaged cord or plug. Replace immediately. • Do not disassemble the AC adaptor; it should be repaired by qualified service personnel. Incorrect reassembly may result in electric shock or fire.

  • Page 239: Power Consumption Considerations

    The desktop docking station provides sufficient power to concurrently support all the above functions. The RV4000 uses careful charge algorithms designed to maximize battery life while ensuring the shortest possible charge time. The charger supports proprietary Psion Teklogix Smart Batteries and handles a range of voltages and charge algorithms. See “The Battery”...

  • Page 240: Operator Controls

    PLACE HOLDER Rear-Mounted Spare Battery Spare Battery Charge LED Stylus Important: This docking station can only be used to charge Psion Teklogix approved Lithium-Ion batteries. 6.5.1 Operator Controls The RV4000 has one operator control – the USB door on the rear that switches from Type A to Type B (see “Operating the USB Dock”...

  • Page 241: Charging A Spare Battery

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Operation LED. Refer to “Charging a Spare Battery” in the next section for details about LED behaviour. Note: Battery charging continues whether the EP10 is switched on or off. 6.5.3.2 Charging a Spare Battery Note: Do not store a spare battery in a charger for more than 72 hours.

  • Page 242: Cleaning The Rv4000

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Cleaning the RV4000 Figure 6.5 RV4000 Desktop Docking Station Rear View Type A USB Port Sliding Door DC Jack Type B USB Port Sliding Door DC Jack Linking an EP10 to a PC The desktop docking station can be connected to a PC so that you can exchange files in the same way that you would between PC drives.

  • Page 243: Troubleshooting

    Your Psion Teklogix battery and desktop docking station are carefully designed for safety and capacity performance in accordance with IEEE 1725. If the battery or charger are not Psion Teklogix approved products, or the safety mechanism is faulty, the spare charge slot LED or EP10 LED will rapidly flash green.

  • Page 244: Quad Docking Station - Model No. Rv4004

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Quad Docking Station – Model No. RV4004 • Disconnect and reconnect the DC adaptor, and check that the spare battery LED indica- tor flashes at power-up. • If the charge slot fails to charge the known working battery, it is defective and requires service.

  • Page 245: Quad Dock Operation

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Quad Dock Operation 6.6.3 Quad Dock Operation 6.6.3.1 Charging the EP10 Battery • Insert the DC power MINI FIT JR plug into the RV4004 rear DC input receptacle. The adaptor LED should be ON when powered from the mains. The RV4004 supplies DC power to enable the EP10 internal fast charger.

  • Page 246: Cleaning The Rv4004

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Cleaning the RV4004 Figure 6.7 RV4004 Quad Docking Station Rear View PLACE HOLDER RJ45 Ethernet Port Link LED MINI FIT JR DC Input Speed LED Network Access The EP10 automatically detects insertion into the docking station and loads the appropriate drivers to communicate with the network.

  • Page 247: Troubleshooting

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Troubleshooting 6.6.5 Troubleshooting 6.6.5.1 EP10 Charge Indicator LED Stays Off When an EP10 is docked into a powered RV4004 and its charge indicator LED stays off, there could be a problem with the EP10 or with the docking station. Use an EP10 with a properly functioning charge indicator to isolate the problem.

  • Page 248: Operator Controls

    • Install the IEC power cord and apply power. Important: Use IEC-320 C13 power cords approved by Psion Teklogix, with the ground pin connected to a proper earth-grounded receptacle. Check with a quali- fied electrician if you are uncertain of your receptacle grounding.

  • Page 249: Charging Batteries

    Function Flashing Yellow Battery is not charging due to out-of-temperature conditions. Solid Red Unable to read battery or non Psion Teklogix battery. 6.7.5 Charging Batteries • Install the battery with the battery contacts facing the charger. Slide the battery between the guide rails until it lightly latches in place.

  • Page 250: Snap Modules

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Snap Modules • Reconnect the mains power cable, and check that the slot indicator flashes at powerup. Snap Modules The Snap Module is a mobile power adaptor that snaps on the base of the EP10. Two types of Snap Modules are available: •...

  • Page 251: Ac Wall Adaptor - Model No. Ps1050-G1

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories AC Wall Adaptor – Model No. PS1050-G1 AC Wall Adaptor – Model No. PS1050-G1 The AC wall adaptor available for your EP10 allows you to operate your EP10 using AC power while charging the battery inserted in the unit. Adaptor plugs suitable for use in the following countries are shipped with the AC wall adap- tor: United Kingdom, Switzerland, Japan, Israel, Australia, Europe, and North America (see Figure 6.8 on page 237).

  • Page 252: The Non-Powered Vehicle Cradle - Model No. Rv1000

    • A cable tidy for draping the power cables or storing the disconnected DC plug. Note: Shock and vibration specifications for the EP10 are verified using Psion Teklogix- approved RAM mounts and mounting hardware. Use of non-certified Psion Teklogix mounting hardware is not recommended, and may void warranty coverage.

  • Page 253: Important Instructions

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Important Instructions Figure 6.10 RV1000 Vehicle Cradle Restraining Mechanisms Cable Tidy Stylus Well PLACE HOLDER Cable Pass-thru 6.11.1 Important Instructions The RV1000 storage temperature is -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to 158°F). Operating humidity and temperature is 5 - 95% non-condensing and -30°C to 60°C (-22°F to 140°F).

  • Page 254: Vehicle Cradle Mounting Recommendations

    Cable routing within a vehicle cab also requires careful consideration, espe- cially for separately tethered scanners and other devices with loose cables. If you are unable to obtain suitable advice, contact Psion Teklogix for assist- ance (see Appendix A: “Summit Client Utility (SCU)”. Note also that for better protection, the equipment should be mounted inside the vehicle roll cage.
  • Page 255 If you choose to use a third party company-produced cradle, Psion Teklogix cannot take re- sponsibility for the effects of that third party product when it causes failure to our device.

  • Page 256: Cleaning The Rv1000 Vehicle Cradle

    The cradle comes with four mounting screws and a RV1005 Powered Cradle Quick Start Guide (PN 8000164), with illustrated electrical and mounting instructions. Before Psion Teklogix releases a product, our engineering team exposes that product through a series of severe testing to ensure that it will survive in the rugged environments in which our products are typically used.
  • Page 257 Psion Teklogix designed and supported accessories. If you elect to use a third party company produced cradle, Psion Teklogix cannot take re- sponsibility for the effects of that third party product if it causes failure of our device.

  • Page 258: Rv1005 Vehicle Cradle Mounting Recommendations

    Cable routing within a vehicle cab also requires careful consideration, especially for separately tethered scanners and other devices with loose cables. If you are unable to obtain suitable advice, contact Psion Teklogix for assistance. In addition, for safety reasons, only pedestal mounts with fully locking joints should be used in vehicles.

  • Page 259: Cable Arrangement

    Ensure the mounting has capacity to hold the cradle and EP10. Cradle plus EP10 weight is approximately 1.3 kg. • Psion Teklogix has recommended and approved mounts—consult Customer Service for instructions. To accommodate the service loop of the connecting cable, leave a 10 cm clearance at the bottom of the vehicle cradle.

  • Page 260: Wiring Vehicle Power To The Cradle

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Electrical Requirements Warning: Applying a voltage above 36VDC or reversing polarity may result in perma- nent damage to the vehicle cradle power section and will void the product warranty. For safety reasons, disconnect the vehicle cradle power cable when the vehicle battery is being charged by an source other than the vehicle alternator.

  • Page 261: Usb And Serial Connections

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories USB and Serial Connections • The Powered Vehicle Cradle draws no more than 1.9 A @ 12 VDC or 0.95 A @ 24 VDC. Any additional wiring, connectors or disconnects used should be rated for at least 4A.

  • Page 262: Using The Vehicle Cradle

    DC Power Port Peripherals such as scanners, printers, GPS, etc., may be used with the EP10 and the cradle. Check with Psion Teklogix if there is any compatibility issue with the device you want to use with the EP10 and the cradle.

  • Page 263: Ea11 Imager

    Although this mechanism is designed for at least 20,000 cycles, it will wear over time and will no longer lock the EP10 securely in the cradle. For replacement parts and instructions contact Psion Teklogix. Partial disassembly is required. 6.13 EA11 Imager The EP10 hand-held supports the EA11 Decoded 2D imager.

  • Page 264: Bluetooth Peripherals

    The EP10 is equipped with a Bluetooth radio, making it possible to communicate with a variety of Bluetooth peripherals, including GSM/GPRS handsets, scanners, printers and so on. Psion Teklogix provides built-in support for the Bluetooth peripherals listed below. • GSM/GPRS universal handset •...

  • Page 265: Digital Camera

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Digital Camera Refer to “Bluetooth Setup” on page 172 for information about setting up your Bluetooth devices for communication. In addition, review the manual shipped with your Bluetooth device to determine the method used to pair with the EP10 host. 6.15 Digital Camera The EP10 can be equipped with an optional digital camera that can take still pictures or short...
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  • Page 267 PECIFICATIONS 7.1 EP10 Specifications – Model No. 7515 ......255 7.1.1 Hardware ........255 7.1.2 Software .
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  • Page 269: Chapter 7: Specifications

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 7: Specifications EP10 Specifications – Model No. 7515 EP10 Specifications – Model No. 7515 Note: Performance specifications are nominal and subject to change without notice. 7.1.1 Hardware Physical Dimensions • Device: 6.2" x 3.1" x 1.2" (158 mm x 78 mm x 30.6 mm) Weight (with battery pack) •...

  • Page 270: Software

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 7: Specifications Software 7.1.2 Software Platform • AM3715 Processor • 800 MHz (ARM Cortex A8) • On-board RAM: 256 MB SDRAM • On-board ROM: 2 GB Flash Operating System • Microsoft Windows Embedded 6.5 Programming Environment • HTML, XML •...

  • Page 271: Power Management

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 7: Specifications Power Management 7.1.4 Power Management • Optional High Cap 3600 mAh Li-ion rechargeable battery • Full Shift operation • SMART battery • System backup (5 minutes) during battery swap 7.1.5 Expansion Slot • One microSD slot 7.1.6 Bar Code Application Note: User upgradeable.

  • Page 272: Approvals

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 7: Specifications Approvals - Desktop dock with Type A and Type B USB connectivity and charge functions for an internal battery along with a spare battery. • Power supplies: - AC wall adaptor - Vehicle power outlet adaptor - Quad charger (4-site) - Snap Module: USB DE9M powered serial plus Charger - Snap Module: USB Host/Client plus Power/Charger...

  • Page 273: Radio Specifications

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 7: Specifications Radio Specifications Radio Specifications 7.2.1 Murata 802.11 a/b/g/n Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Radio Parameter Sub-parameters Specifications Form Factor Embedded surface mount module, 11.4 x 9.4 mm * This is a combo module containing both Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n and Bluetooth V2.1+EDR radio Antenna Port 802.11b/g/n...

  • Page 274: Murata Bluetooth Radio

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 7: Specifications Murata Bluetooth Radio Parameter Sub-parameters Specifications RX Sensitivity 802.11b -78 dBm @ 11 Mbps 802.11g -67 dBm @ 54 Mbps 802.11a -67 dBm @ 54 Mbps 802.11n (2.4 GHz) -66 dBm @ 65 Mbps 802.11n (5 GHz -66 dBm @ 65 Mbps Data Rates 802.11b...

  • Page 275: Sierra Wireless Mc5728V

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 7: Specifications Sierra Wireless MC5728V Parameter Specifications Channel RX Sensitivity -90 dBm typical, -70 dBm max Data Rates -90 dBm typical, -70 dBm max 802.11 Coexistence TI Wilink6 proprietary WiFi-BT co-existent scheme. 7.2.3 Sierra Wireless MC5728V Features Specifications •...
  • Page 276 Preliminary Draft Chapter 7: Specifications Sierra Wireless MC5728V Features Specifications Voice The MC5728V Mini Card has internal IS-127 and IS-733 vocoders and supports: • Call origination • Silent retry call origination protocol • Echo cancellation • E911 • Incoming call notification •...

  • Page 277: Cinterion Ph8 Gsm/Gprs/Edge Radio

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 7: Specifications Cinterion PH8 GSM/GPRS/EDGE Radio 7.2.4 Cinterion PH8 GSM/GPRS/EDGE Radio Feature Specifications General Frequency bands GSM/GPRS/EDGE: Quad band, 850/900/1800/1900MHz UMTS/HSPA+: Five band, 800/850/AWS/1900/2100MHz GSM class Small MS Output power (according to Class 4 (+33dBm ±2dB) for EGSM850 Release 99) Class 4 (+33dBm ±2dB) for EGSM900 Class 1 (+30dBm ±2dB) for GSM1800...
  • Page 278 Preliminary Draft Chapter 7: Specifications Cinterion PH8 GSM/GPRS/EDGE Radio Feature Specifications Data transfer GPRS: • Multislot Class 12 • Full PBCCH support • Mobile Station Class B • Coding Scheme 1 - 4 EGPRS: • Multislot Class 12 • EDGE E2 power class for 8 PSK •...

  • Page 279: Lithium-Ion 3600 Mah Battery Specifications

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 7: Specifications Lithium-Ion 3600 mAh Battery Specifications Feature Specifications Audio Audio speech codecs GSM: AMR, EFR, FR, HR 3GPP: AMR Speakerphone operation, echo cancellation, noise suppression Firmware update Generic update from host application over ASC0 or USB Interfaces Module interface 80-pin board-to-board connector...
  • Page 280 Preliminary Draft Chapter 7: Specifications Lithium-Ion 3600 mAh Battery Specifications Description Specification Battery Voltage 2.7 V ~ 4.2 V (minimum ~ maximum) 3.7 V (nominal) Capacity 3600 mAh/13.32Whr (typical) 3450 mAh/12.76 Whr (minimum) Charge Current 1.72 A (typical) Charge Voltage 4.2V +/- 0.05 Charge Method constant-current/constant-voltage (CC/CV)

  • Page 281: Internal Imager

    Preliminary Draft Chapter 7: Specifications Internal Imager Internal Imager This section lists specifications for the EA11 Decoded 2D imager. 7.4.1 EA11 Decoded 2D Imager Parameter Specification Scan Rate 2D mode: 56 images/s auto adaptive Linear Emulation Mode 200 scans/s auto adaptive Scan Angle 38.9°...

  • Page 282: Ea11 Typical Reading Distances

    Preliminary Draft 7.4.1.1 EA11 Typical Reading Distances...

  • Page 283: Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (Wwan)

    ETWORK Wireless WAN Psion Teklogix offers the MC75i GSM/GPRS/EDGE radio – an EP10 hand-held equipped with a GSM/GPRS radio has wide area networking capabilities. With this radio and a SIM card, you can wirelessly transfer data, and you use the EP10 voice option to place phone calls.

  • Page 284: Establishing A Connection

    Preliminary Draft Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Establishing a Connection The modem has found a network, and the signal strength is between 21% and 40%. The modem has found a network, and the signal strength is between 41% and 60%. The modem has found a network, and the signal strength is between 61% and 80%.
  • Page 285 Preliminary Draft Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Establishing a Connection Figure A.1 Establishing a Connection Note: If you are prompted to enter a PIN, refer to“Entering a PIN Number” on page A-4 for details. When “Ready to connect” is displayed in the Status field, the Connect Data button is enabled.

  • Page 286: Advanced Information

    Preliminary Draft Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Advanced Information When the computer’s network connection is severed, the Status field displays “Ready to connect”. The signal strength is displayed in the main Wireless WAN screen, even while a connection is active.
  • Page 287 • NDIS error. An internal software error has occurred. If a warm boot does not clear this condition, Psion Teklogix technical support may need to investigate further. EP10 Hand-Held (Windows Embedded 6.5) User Manual...

  • Page 288: Tools Menu

    Preliminary Draft Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Tools Menu A.1.4 Tools Menu The Tools menu in the main Wireless WAN dialog box offers some additional, advanced setup features. A.1.4.1 Data Configuration Enable Automatic Connect If the Enable automatic connect checkbox is checked (unchecked by default), the Wireless WAN user interface will attempt to establish a GPRS connection whenever GPRS is avail- able (e.g.
  • Page 289 Preliminary Draft Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Tools Menu To activate the automatic connection mode: • Tap on the OK button. While automatic connection mode is enabled, the Connect Data button in the main Wireless LAN dialog box changes to Disable Auto. To close the currently active connection (if any) and disable the automatic connection mode: Tap on Disable Auto.
  • Page 290 Preliminary Draft Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Tools Menu • A customer has subscribed for a static IP address. By definition this must be configured manually. Profiles In the following section, all the parameters that need to be configured for a connection (such as APN, user name, password, DNS server addresses etc.) are referred to as a ‘profile’.
  • Page 291 Preliminary Draft Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Tools Menu Tapping on the New button allows you to create a new profile. Figure A.2 Creating a New Profile The name of the newly created profile must be different from all existing profiles. Also, the name cannot be Default.
  • Page 292 Preliminary Draft Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Tools Menu Advanced IP Figure A.3 Assigning IP Information The Advanced IP button in the Show Profile and Edit Profile dialog boxes opens another dialog box that allows you to configure a static IP address as well providing DNS and WINS fields so that you can specify DNS and WINS resolvers.
  • Page 293 Preliminary Draft Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Tools Menu used without further user interaction whenever the modem requires a PIN (such as resume after suspend or modem removal). The stored PIN is also automatically entered in the Current PIN text box whenever the Security Configuration dialog box is called up. If unauthorized access to the device is a concern, the Require PIN on resume checkbox should be checked.
  • Page 294 Preliminary Draft Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Tools Menu Note: Your home network operator will need to let you know which other networks have roaming agreements. Even when a network is listed with an ‘Available’ status, it does not necessarily follow that it can be used or that the roaming agreement covers GPRS.
  • Page 295 Preliminary Draft Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Tools Menu Bluetooth. An external modem connected to a serial port must support 115.2kbit/s, 8bit, no parity and hardware flow control. A.1.4.5 Modem Information The fields in this dialog box cannot be edited, they only display information about the com- puter’s modem.
  • Page 296 Preliminary Draft Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Tools Menu Taskbar Choosing displays a dialog box in which you can determine which Wireless WAN Taskbar icons will be displayed in the taskbar. Sounds Tapping on the Sounds option displays a dialog box in which you can customize which sounds your EP10 will emit and when these sounds will be played.

  • Page 297: Sms Menu

    Preliminary Draft Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) SMS Menu A.1.5 SMS Menu SMS (Short Message Service) functions are accessed through the SMS menu. For modems that support a SIM card, the SIM initialization typically takes longer than the network ini- tialization, resulting in a noticeable delay before the SMS functions become available.

  • Page 298: Voice

    Preliminary Draft Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Voice Note: The date and time formats can be changed through the Region and Language menu in Control Panel. For a new date or time format to take effect the Inbox has to be closed and re-opened.

  • Page 299: Power Mode

    Preliminary Draft Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Power Mode Power Mode The power mode of the modem is controlled through the Power menu in the Control Panel (not through the Wireless WAN user interface). For CF Card modems, the settings are found under the Devices tab. If the checkbox for a modem is unchecked, no power is applied to the modem and no driver is loaded (neither the serial port driver nor the Wireless WAN driver).
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  • Page 301: Dock Port Pinouts

    Preliminary Draft PPENDIX INOUTS Dock Port Pinout Direction Rela- Pin # Pin Name Signal Comment tive To DPA DGND VDD_EXT_PWR VDD_EXT_PWR VDD_EXT_PWR Input These 3 pins are connected together. VDD_EXT_PWR BATT_OUT VDD_BATT_OUT Output AUDIO_P Output Audio positive. AUDIO_N Output Audio negative. VDD_USBOTG Bi-directional USB Power...

  • Page 302: Battery Contact Pinout

    Preliminary Draft Appendix B: Port Pinouts Battery Contact Pinout Direction Rela- Pin # Pin Name Signal Comment tive To DPA USB_OTG_ID Input DGND TXDATA Output RS-232 data transmit. Max bit rate 115 kbits/sec. RXDATA Input RS-232 data receive. Max bit rate 115 kbits/sec.

  • Page 303: Scanner Menu

    Preliminary Draft PPENDIX ODES ETTINGS Scanner Menu The drop down menu to the right of the Scanner option allows you to choose from the imager for your unit. The symbologies listed change to reflect the scanner you choose and the bar codes it supports.

  • Page 304: Decoded (Internal) Scanner

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanner Decoded (Internal) Scanner C.2.1 Options – Decoded (Internal) Scanner Dot Time (msec) The value selected for “Dot Time (msec)” determines (in milliseconds) how long the target- ing dot remains on before the scanner switches to a normal scan sweep. When you double- tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed in which you can enter a value of 0 msec, 200 msec or 400 msec.

  • Page 305: Advanced Options - Decoded (Internal

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Advanced Options – Decoded (Internal) C.2.2 Advanced Options – Decoded (Internal) Continuous Scan Mode Setting this parameter to ‘on’ keeps the laser on and continuously decoding as long as the scanner button is pressed and held down. Minimum Cancel Time The value assigned to this parameter determines the time delay before the scanner is turned off, once the scanner trigger or button is released.
  • Page 306 Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Advanced Options – Decoded (Internal) Linear Security Level This parameter allows you to select the security level appropriate for your bar code quality. There are four levels of decode security for linear code types (e.g., Code 39, Interleaved 2 of 5).

  • Page 307: Decoded (Internal) 2D Scanning Options

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Decoded (Internal) 2D Scanning Options When this parameter is enabled, a bar code must be successfully scanned in both directions (forward and reverse) before being decoded. Scan Angle This option allows you to choose from two scan angles: Normal Angle or Alternate Angle. Choosing Normal Angle allows the normal operation for scanning long range and short range.

  • Page 308: Code 39

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Code 39 Scan Data Format This parameter allows you to change the scan data transmission format. Double-tapping on “Scan Data Format” displays the following options from which you can choose a data format: data (as-is), data [S1], data [S2], data [S1][S2], [P] data, [P] data [S1], [P] data [S2] and [P] data [S1][S2].
  • Page 309 Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Code 39 Convert To Code 32 Note: “Code 39” must be enabled in order for this parameter to function. Setting this parameter to on allows the scanner to convert the bar code from “Code 39” to “Code 32”.

  • Page 310: Check Digit Verification

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Code 39 Check Digit Verification When this parameter is enabled (set to on), the integrity of a “Code 39” symbol is checked to ensure that it complies with specified algorithms. Note: Only those “Code 39” symbols that include a Mod 43 check digit are decoded when this parameter is enabled.
  • Page 311 Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Code 128 Field Size When a value is assigned for this parameter, only bar codes that match the field size exactly can be transmitted. If a value is assigned to this parameter, a Minimum Size and Maximum Size value is not required.

  • Page 312: Ean 13

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings EAN 13 Enable ISBT 128 To successfully scan this variation, “Enable ISBT 128” must be set to on. Decode Performance If this parameter is set to on, one of three decode levels assigned to the “Decode Perfor- mance Level”...

  • Page 313: Upc A

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings UPC A Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-9 for details. C.2.9 UPC A Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “UPC A”. UPC-A Check Digit If you enable this parameter, the check digit is included with the decoded bar code data. UPC-A Preamble When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed where you can choose one of three options for lead-in characters for UPC-A symbols transmitted to the host device:...

  • Page 314: Upc/Ean Shared Settings

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings UPC/EAN Shared Settings transmitted with the data or None – no preamble is transmitted. The lead-in characters are considered part of the symbol. Conv. UPC-E To UPC-A This parameter converts UPC-E (zero suppressed) decoded data to UPC-A format before transmission.
  • Page 315 Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Code 93 Security Level This parameter controls the tolerance for decoding edge-to-edge UPC/EAN bar codes. Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box in which you can choose a level from 0 to 3. Lower values have a lower tolerance for misreads, but they also increase the time it takes to decode the bar code.

  • Page 316: Codabar

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Codabar C.2.13 Codabar Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Codabar” or off to disable it. Set Length L1 And Set Length L2 Lengths for “Codabar” can be set for Any length, Length within a range, One discrete length or Two discrete lengths.
  • Page 317 Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings MSI Plessey Set Length L1 And Set Length L2 Lengths for “MSI Plessey” can be set for Any length, Length within a range, One discrete length or Two discrete lengths. The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s).

  • Page 318: Interleaved 2

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Interleaved 2 of 5 C.2.15 Interleaved 2 of 5 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Interleaved 2 of 5”. Set Length L1 And Set Length L2 Lengths for “Interleaved 2 of 5” can be set for Any length, Length within a range, One dis- crete length or Two discrete lengths.

  • Page 319: Rss Code

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings RSS Code Set Length L1 And Set Length L2 Lengths for “Discrete 2 of 5” can be set for Any length, Length within a range, One discrete length or Two discrete lengths. The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s).

  • Page 320: Composite

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Composite Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-8 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-9 for details. C.2.18 Composite Important: To successfully read this type of bar code, the two types of symbologies included in a composite bar code must be enabled.

  • Page 321: Pdf-417

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Micro PDF-417 C.2.20 Micro PDF-417 Enable Setting this parameter to on enables “Micro PDF-417” bar code scanning. Micro PDF-417 is a multi-row symbology that is useful for applications requiring greater area efficiency but lower data capacity than PDF-417.

  • Page 322: Decoded

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Decoded Decoded Tap on the Scanner drop down menu, and choose Decoded (Intermec ISCP). • C.3.1 Options – Decoded Scanner Laser On Time The value assigned to this parameter determines how long the laser will remain on when the scan button or trigger is pressed.

  • Page 323: Code 39

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Code 39 Low Power Timeout To extend laser life, you can select the length of time the scanner remains active following a successful decode. The scanner wakes from low power mode when a bar code is scanned – a successful decode restores normal blinking.
  • Page 324 Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Code 39 Full ASCII If this parameter is enabled, the characters +, %, and / are used as escape characters. The combination of an escape character and the next character is converted to an equivalent ASCII character.

  • Page 325: C.3.4 Code 128

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Code 128 Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-9 for details. C.3.4 Code 128 Enable Setting this parameter to on enables “Code 128”. GS1-128 “GS1-128” is the GS1 implementation of the Code 128 barcode specification. The former correct name was UCC/EAN-128.

  • Page 326: Ean 8

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings EAN 13 Single transmits single codes or concatenated codes. If only one code of a pair is read, that code will be transmitted as a single code. If both codes in a pair are detected, they will be concatenated provided that ISBT Concat Any Pair (see below) is enabled.

  • Page 327: Upca

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings EAN 8 Transmit Check Digit If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-9 for details. C.3.6 EAN 8 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 8”.

  • Page 328: Upc E

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings UPC E C.3.8 UPC E Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “UPC E”. Enable UPC-E1 Set this parameter to on to allow “UPC-E1” (zero suppressed) bar code scans. Transmit Check Digit If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled.

  • Page 329: C.3.10 Code 93

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Code 93 Addendum Add-on 2 And Addendum Add-on 5 Enabling these parameters sets the length of the addendum bar code to either 2 or 5 characters. Addendum Security If you tap on “Addendum Security”, a dialog box is displayed in which you can define the security level of add-on 2 or add-on 5 with a value from 0 to 100.

  • Page 330: Codabar

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Codabar C.3.11 Codabar Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Codabar”. Start/Stop Transmit Codabar can use the following sets of characters as start and stop characters: a, b, c, d A, B, C, D a, b, c, d, /, t, n, *, e DC1, DC2, DC3, DC4 Thus, when a set is chosen, the first and last digits of a Codabar message must be one of...

  • Page 331: Msi Plessey

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings MSI Plessey Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-8 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-9 for details. C.3.12 MSI Plessey Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “MSI”. Enable Plessy Set this parameter to on to enable “Plessy”.

  • Page 332: C.3.13 Code 11

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Code 11 C.3.13 Code 11 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 11”. Check Digit Verification The available options for this parameter are MOD 10 Check and Double MOD 10 Check.This parameter uses the specified algorithm of the option you've chosen to ensure the integrity of the symbol data before transmitting.

  • Page 333: C.3.15 Matrix 2 Of 5

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Matrix 2 of 5 Note: French CIP (French pharmaceutical) is only used with bar codes containing 7 characters. Transmit Check Digit If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled. Set Length L1, Set Length L2, And Set Length L3 Lengths for “Interleaved 2 of 5”...

  • Page 334: Telepen

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Discrete 2 of 5 C.3.16 Discrete 2 of 5 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Discrete 2 of 5”. Standard 2 of 5 Format This parameter allows you to choose a standard format – either Identic on (6 start/stop bars) or Computer Identics (4 start/stop bars).

  • Page 335: Rss Code (Reduced Space Symbology

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings RSS Code (Reduced Space Symbology) Format This parameter allows you to set the bar code character format to either ASCII or Numeric. Minimum Length Minimum lengths for the bar code can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s).

  • Page 336: Composite

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Composite Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-9 for details. C.3.19 Composite Important: To successfully read this type of bar code, the two types of symbologies included in a composite bar code must be enabled. In addition, “Center Bar Code Only”...

  • Page 337: Micro Pdf-417

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings PDF-417 Security Level This parameter is used to differentiate between TLC-39 and standard Code 39. Tapping on “Security Level” displays a dialog box in which you can assign a value from 0 to 100. The higher the value assigned, the lower the decode rate.

  • Page 338: Codablock

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Codablock ]L3 - if the first codeword is 903-907, 912, 914, 915 ]L4 - if the first codeword is 908 or 909 ]L5 - if the first codeword is 910 or 911 Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction”...

  • Page 339: Imager

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Imager Imager Tap on the Scanner drop down menu, and choose Imager. • C.4.1 Options – Imager Center Barcode Only Note: This parameter must be disabled when reading Composite bar codes. When more than one bar code is visible in a single snap shot, this parameter allows you to specify that only the centre image within the imager framing marker be read.

  • Page 340: Code 39 Settings

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Code 39 Settings C.4.2 Code 39 Settings Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 39”. Full ASCII If this parameter is enabled, the characters +, %, and / are used as escape characters. The combination of an escape character and the next character is converted to an equivalent ASCII character.

  • Page 341: Upc A

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings EAN 8 Addendum An addendum is a separate bar code, supplementary to the main bar code. This parameter provides three options: Disabled, Optional and Required. Depending on the value chosen for this parameter, an addendum is recognized or ignored. •...

  • Page 342: Upc E

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings UPC E C.4.7 UPC E Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “UPC E”. Addendum Refer to “Addendum” on page C-26. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-9 for details. C.4.8 Code 93 Enabled...

  • Page 343: Rss Code (Reduced Space Symbology

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings RSS Code (Reduced Space Symbology) Check Digit Verification When enabled, this parameter checks the integrity of an I 2 of 5 symbol to ensure it complies with a specified algorithm – either USS (Uniform Symbology Specification) or OPCC (Op- tical Product Code Council).

  • Page 344: Micro Pdf-417

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Micro PDF-417 Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-8 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-9 for details. C.4.14 Micro PDF-417 Enable Setting this parameter to on enables “Micro PDF-417” bar code scanning. Micro PDF-417 is a multi-row symbology that is useful for applications requiring greater area efficiency but lower data capacity than PDF-417.

  • Page 345: Qr Code

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings 2D QR Code Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-8 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-9 for details. C.4.16 2D QR Code Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “2D QR Code”. Field Size Refer to “Field Size”...

  • Page 346: Postal: Planet

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Postal: PlaNET C.4.19 Postal: PlaNET Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: PlaNET”. Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page 8 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page 9 for details. C.4.20 Postal: PostNET Enabled...

  • Page 347: Postal: Korean

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Postal: Korean Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page 8 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page 9 for details. C.4.23 Postal: Korean Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Korean”. Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction”...

  • Page 348: Postal: Canadian

    Preliminary Draft Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings Postal: Canadian C.4.26 Postal: Canadian Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Canadian”. Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page 8 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page 9 for details. C-46 EP10 Hand-Held (Windows Embedded 6.5) User Manual...

  • Page 349: Required Applets

    Preliminary Draft PPENDIX EKLOGIX MAGERS PPLET The Teklogix Imagers applet is used to create, modify, delete and activate imager settings. The principle uses of the applet are to decode bar codes and to capture images. A Demonstration Application is provided to demonstrates how the imager works.

  • Page 350: Predefined Presets

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Predefined Presets Every preset belongs to a preset type. The following preset types are available: • Imaging for photo capture. • Imaging for bar code decoding. • Symbology selection. At any time, only one preset of each type can be designated as the user-selected active preset.

  • Page 351: Bar Code Decoding Camera Predefined Presets

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Decoding Camera Predefined Presets Linear This preset enables the decoding of all the 1D symbologies that the imager can decode. See “Imager” on page C-37 for a description of these symbologies. Linear and PDF417 This preset enables the decoding of all the 1D and PDF symbologies that the imager can decode.

  • Page 352: Image Capture Predefined Presets

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Image Capture Predefined Presets D.2.4 Image Capture Predefined Presets The following presets enable successful image capture in almost all conditions. Note: It is recommended that the default preset be used whenever possible. Default This preset works in a wide range of conditions.

  • Page 353: Selecting A Camera

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Selecting A Camera The following screen is displayed: Figure D.4 Imaging Tab This window lists all the presets, both predefined and custom. Presets are identified as follows: • Predefined presets are marked as read-only. Custom presets are marked as read and write.

  • Page 354: Viewing A Preset

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Viewing A Preset D.3.4 Viewing A Preset To view the parameter settings in a preset: • Highlight a preset, and tap on the View button. The associated preset window is displayed. • Tap on the + sign to expand the lists so that you can view the parameter settings. D.3.5 Creating A Custom Preset A new custom preset is created by modifying a preset –...

  • Page 355: Modifying A Custom Preset

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Modifying A Custom Preset In this example, the Low light near preset was chosen. A screen like the sample below is displayed. Type the name of the new preset in the dialog box. •...
  • Page 356 Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Modifying A Custom Preset • Highlight the custom preset, and tap on the Edit button. • Tap on the + symbols to expand the lists so that you can view the parameter settings. •...

  • Page 357: Removing A Custom Preset

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Removing A Custom Preset - Highlight the parameter and then press the [SPACE] key, or double-click on the parameter. Either method toggles between the two available values. • When you’ve completed your edits, tap on OK. The parameter list is displayed;...

  • Page 358: Selecting A Camera

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Selecting A Camera Note: The top portion of the window displays the bar code decoding camera presets. The top port of the window displays the bar code decoding camera presets. D.4.1 Selecting A Camera If your EP10 has more than one built-in camera, one camera must be selected for configura- tion.

  • Page 359: Creating A Custom Preset

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Creating A Custom Preset The associated preset window is displayed. • Tap on the + sign to expand one of the lists so that you can view the parameter settings. D.4.4 Creating A Custom Preset A new custom preset is created by modifying a preset –...

  • Page 360: Modifying A Custom Preset

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Modifying A Custom Preset The preset list is displayed; the new custom preset appears at the end of the list. It is marked as read and write. D.4.5 Modifying A Custom Preset The parameter values in a custom preset can be modified. It is recommended that very few changes be made to a custom preset.

  • Page 361: Removing A Custom Preset

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Removing A Custom Preset - Highlight the parameter, and then press the [SPACE] key or double-click the parameter. - An associated dialog box containing the valid range of values for the parameter and the current setting like the sample screen following is displayed.

  • Page 362: Setting The Active Preset

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Setting The Active Preset Figure D.6 Viewing Bar Code Decoding Symbologies D.4.8 Setting The Active Preset An active preset has an A to the right; in Figure D.5 on page page D-9, the active preset is Defaults.

  • Page 363: Creating A Custom Preset

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Creating A Custom Preset • Tap on the + sign to expand one of the lists so that you can view the parameter settings. D.4.10 Creating A Custom Preset A new custom preset is created by modifying a preset – either a predefined preset or an ex- isting custom preset.

  • Page 364: Modifying A Custom Preset

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Modifying A Custom Preset D.4.11 Modifying A Custom Preset The parameter values in a custom preset can be modified. It is recommended that very few changes be made to a custom preset. To ensure that it will work reliably, it should be as close as possible to the original predefined preset.

  • Page 365: Removing A Custom Preset

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Removing A Custom Preset - An associated dialog box containing the valid range of values for the parameter and the current setting like the sample screen following is displayed. - Type a value in the field provided. •...

  • Page 366: Filter Tab - Manipulating Bar Code Data

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Filter Tab – Manipulating Bar Code Data Configuring Symbologies In The Teklogix Scanners Applet When a symbology is enabled or configured using the Teklogix Scanners applet, the changes are also made in the My Default preset. My Default automatically becomes the active bar code symbology preset.
  • Page 367 Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Filter Tab – Manipulating Bar Code Data • Scroll through the parameter list until you reach the parameter that you want to change. • For a parameter that can take a range of values: - Highlight the parameter, and then press the [SPACE] key or double-click the parameter.

  • Page 368: Translation Tab - Configuring Rules

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Translation Tab – Configuring Rules D.4.15 Translation Tab – Configuring Rules Translation rules enable the automatic processing of bar code data. Up to 10 cases can be de- fined, each consisting of up to 10 sequential rules. Note: Changes made to the translations configuration using the Teklogix Scanner Con- trol Panel program are synchronized with changes made here.
  • Page 369 Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Advanced Tab Tap on the File Location button. • • Type the file Name, choose the Folder and file Type. • Choose the Location in which your files will be saved. • When you have completed all the changes, tap on the Save button. D.4.16.2 Configuring Triggers Viewing The Trigger Configuration The trigger on the EP10 hand-held is configured using the Manage Triggers applet.

  • Page 370: Teklogix Scanners Applet

    Preliminary Draft Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Teklogix Scanners Applet • To view all the triggers and the hardware devices that are configured to use them, tap in the checkbox next to Show all modules. Adding, Editing And Removing Triggers For instruction about adding, editing and removing triggers, refer to “Manage Triggers”...
  • Page 371 Preliminary Draft NDEX Numbers AGPS (Assisted Global Positioning System) 131 2DAztec D-43 Aim Duration D-2 2D Data Matrix D-42 aiming dot, duration of D-2 2D imager scanner 249 alarm, setting 34 2D Maxicode D-43 alarms, setting 124 2D QR Code D-43 aligning touchscreen 20 2D Raster Expand Rate D-5 2D UPC Half Block Stitching D-13...
  • Page 372 Preliminary Draft Index Code 11 D-30 pairing devices 25 Bluetooth devices, pairing 175 Code 128 D-9, D-38 Bluetooth radio Code 39 D-38 ISM band 172 Code 93 D-13, D-27, D-40 Bluetooth setup Discrete 2 of 5 D-16, D-32 peripherals 250 EAN 13 D-10, D-24, D-38 Bluetooth setup 172 EAN 8 D-10, D-25, D-39...
  • Page 373 Preliminary Draft Index Check Digit, One D-15 VPN, setting up 192 Check Digits (MSI Plessey) D-15 connections managing 192 Check Digit Verification D-8, D-22, Connections (Internet) 184 D-24, D-29, D-30, D-32 connectivity hotkey 33 Check Digit Verification (Codabar) connectivity hotkeys (navigation bar) 170 D-28 Continuous Scan Mode D-3, D-20 Check Digit Verification (Code 39) D-38...
  • Page 374 Preliminary Draft Index Dial-String Commands (modem setup) specifications 255 Error Handler (Psion Teklogix) 147 Error Reporting 126 Dial Tone, wait for (modem setup) 184 Diff Read Timeout D-21 Ethernet, connecting with docking station digit Network Card Ethernet card See check digit D-15...
  • Page 375 Preliminary Draft Index GSM/GPRS 197–208, B-1–B-17 Internet Sharing 70 GSM/GPRS/EDGE radio specifications Inverse Video Mode D-42 ISBN Conversion D-24 GTIN Compliant D-23, D-27 ISBT 128 D-10, D-23 ISBT Concat Any Pair D-24 ISBT Concat Transmit D-23 ISM band, Bluetooth radio 172 ISO-8859-1 Latin 1 (code page) 154 hand strap 219 hand strap (RV6021), attaching 219...
  • Page 376 Preliminary Draft Index Maximum Size D-9 Messaging 84 Minimum Size D-9 folders 84 Letter Recognizer 55 Outlook e-mail, synchronizing 84 Micro PDF-417 D-19, D-35, D-42 Letter Recognizer options (Input Methods tab) 109 microSD, inserting 25 Linear Minimum Cancel Time D-3, D-20 Predefined preset C-3 Minimum Length D-22, D-24, D-27, D-29, D-30, D-31, D-33...
  • Page 377 Preliminary Draft Index renaming 74 ) 158 synchronizing 75 Baud 158 text, converting handwriting into 72 Data Bits 158 Notes 71 Parity 159 Notification, setting 117 Stop Bits 159 NOTIS Editing D-14 Trigger On Sequence 159 ports docking port B-1 internal scanner 267 Port Settings (modem setup) 183 One Check Digit D-15...
  • Page 378 Preliminary Draft Index Default identifier C-2 safety warning, scanner 249 profile, creating backup 161 Same Read Timeout D-21 profile, restoring backup 164 Same Read Validate D-21 Programs 49, 59 Scan Angle D-5 minimizing 49 Scancode remapping 103 opening 49 Scan Data Format D-6 properties, EP10 120 Scan Indicator 153 protective case 222...
  • Page 379 Preliminary Draft Index Decoded Intermec (ISCP) D-20 Translations tab 154 Decode Perf. Level D-8, D-10 Transmit Check Digit D-8 Transmit Check Digit (I 2 of 5) D-16 Decode Performance D-8, D-10 Delete Char Set ECIs D-6 Transmit Check Digit (MSI Plessey) Discrete 2 of 5 D-16 D-15 Dot Time D-2...
  • Page 380 Preliminary Draft Index softkey (softkey bar) 47 completed (marking as) 39 creating 37, 38 softkey bar deleting 39 shift-state indicator 48 editing 38 softkey 47 soft keyboard icon 48 notification 37 sorting 39 softkeys 47 Task Manager 145 soft keyboard (onscreen) 52 task manager 50 soft keyboard icon (softkey bar) 48 TCP_IP Settings (modem setup) 188...
  • Page 381 Preliminary Draft Index Transmit Check Digit (MSI Plessey) warnings 153 D-15 Windows Mobile 6.5, navigating in 31 Transmit Code 1D Char D-5 wireless communication specifications Transmit Number System D-25, D-26 trigger mappings 134 Wireless WAN 197–208, B-1–B-17 Trigger On Sequence 159 Use Virtual Serial Port B-7 Voice B-16 Trigger Press Type, Manage Triggers...
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