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User’s Guide Ecom i.roc® x20 Series Pocket PC ® ecom i.roc ecom RFx11_125kHz ecom RFx11_134kHz ecom RFx10_13_56MHz Juni 2009 Note: Not all models described are available in all regions. Model shown in illustrations is i.roc x20 Series Pocket PC.
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All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies. Ecom instruments GmbH Company shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice. The warranties for Ecom instruments GmbH products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements accompanying such products.
Backing up and Restoring Files ..........23 Sending and Receiving E-mail ..........24 Requesting Meetings ............. 24 Managing the Battery ............... 25 Charging with the AC Adapter ..........26 Charging with the ecom Desktop Cradle and AC Adapter ..27...
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Charging with the ecom Desktop Cradle and USB Cable ..28 Manually Checking the Battery Charge Level ......29 Power Saving Tips ..............30 Learning the Basics ..............33 Using the Today Screen ............33 Status Icons ................35 Pop-Up Menus ............... 36 Changing the Screen Orientation ..........
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Removing Applications ............61 Using TodayPanel Lite............62 Using ecom Image Zone ............64 Backing Up and Restoring ............70 Using iTask ................71 Using Security Features ............73 Using ecom ProtectTools ............73 Using Wi-Fi (not available on all models) ......... 79 Getting Acquainted with Wi-Fi ..........
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10.5 Connecting to Other Devices ..........109 10.6 Working with Files ............... 114 10.7 Opening a Connection ............117 Connecting to the Internet ............. 120 11.1 Connecting to a Private Network ........121 11.2 Entering an Internet Address ..........121 11.3 Using a Favorites List ............
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14.2 Canadian Notice ..............143 14.3 Japanese Notice ..............143 14.4 Korean Notice ..............143 14.5 European Union Regulatory Notice ........143 14.6 Battery Warning ..............146 14.7 Equipment Warning ............. 147 14.8 Airline Travel Notice ............147 14.9 Wireless Notices ..............147 Specifications ................
Getting to Know Your i.roc x20 Pocket PC Congratulations on purchasing your Ecom i.roc® x20 Series Pocket PC. Use this guide to help you set up your Pocket PC and to learn how it works. i.roc x20 Pocket PC to switch between the current application and the last application you were running.
Pocket PC or an approved replacement to tap or write on the screen. If you lose or break your stylus, you can www.ecom.com/go/i.roc x20accessories order extras at 2.2 Aligning the Screen When the i.roc x20 Pocket PC is turned on for the first time, you are...
The Wi-Fi antenna for the ecom i.roc x20 is located in the top of Note: the device. If you cover up the top of the ecom i.roc x20 after you have turned on Wi-Fi, signal strength may be affected. Setting the Date and Time When you turn on your i.roc x20 Pocket PC for the first time, you are...
Setting the Time for Home and Locations You Are Visiting From the Start menu, tap Settings > System tab > Clock & Alarms icon. Shortcut: From the Today screen, tap the Clock icon to set the time. Tap either Home or Visiting. Tap the time-zone down arrow, and select the appropriate timezone Tap the hour, minutes, or seconds, and use the up and down...
You need to reset your time zone, time, and date if: - The location time (Home or Visiting) needs to be changed. - All power to the i.roc x20 Pocket PC is lost, which removes all saved settings. - You perform a full reset of your i.roc x20 Pocket PC. Shortcut: From the Today screen, tap the Clock icon to set the time zone, time, and date.
2.4 Resetting the Device Sometimes there is a need to reset your Pocket PC. Resetting the device is known as performing a “soft” or “hard” reset. Performing a Soft Reset (Windows Mobile 2003 SE and Windows Mobile 5) A soft reset stops all running applications, but does not erase any programs or saved data.
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Performing a Hard Reset (Windows Mobile 2003 SE) Perform a hard reset only when you want to clear all user-installed settings, applications, and data from RAM (Random Access Memory), where data and applications you have loaded are stored. also after the battery is completely discharged, the device will operate in the same way after Hard-Reset.
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Performing a Clean-Reset (Windows Mobile 5) A Clean-Reset cleans all user installed settings, applications and data from the device. To perform a Clean-Reset press and hold F1, F3 and the power buttons While holding down these buttons, press the reset buttons for about two seconds When the Pocket PC restarts release first the F1, F3 and the power buttons and then release the reset buttons...
CAUTION: The screen of your i.roc x20 Pocket PC is made of glass and can be damaged or broken by drops, impacts, or pressure. ecom is not responsible for damage that occurs as a result of your Note: failure to follow the instructions that came with the ecom branded product.
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When not in use, close the flip cover on your i.roc x20 Pocket PC and store it in a case. You can select from a wide variety of case options at www.ecom.com/go/i.roc x20accessories or www.casesonline.com. Do not place anything on top of your Pocket PC.
3 Synchronizing with Your Computer 3.1 Using Microsoft ActiveSync Your device can be connected to a computer so you can transfer files back and forth. In this way, you only have to input data once. Microsoft ActiveSync is a synchronization program you install on your desktop or laptop computer to: Copy files (data, audio, or video) between your device and up two host computers so you always have the latest information...
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AC Adapter to the AC connector on the ecom Desktop Cradle 2. Slide the bottom of your Pocket PC into the ecom i.roc x20 Cradle 3 and push firmly to seat it. CAUTION: To avoid damaging your Pocket PC or the cradle, check to be sure the Pocket PC and cradle connectors are properly aligned before pushing the Pocket PC into the ecom Desktop Cradle.
3.2 Synchronizing Your Pocket PC with Your Computer With ActiveSync installed on your computer, you can: Use it any time to create an additional partnership so you can synchronize information with up to two computers. Add or delete the type of data (Contacts, Calendar, Messaging, Tasks, Favorites, Files, Notes, and AvantGo) you want synchronized with your Pocket PC.
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To change synchronization settings: 1. From the Start menu on your computer, click Programs > Microsoft ActiveSync > Tools > Options. a. On the Sync Options tab, select the files and information to synchronize with your computer. b. On the Schedule tab, select when your i.roc x20 Pocket PC synchronizes with your computer.
Initiate a connection by tapping Start > Programs > ActiveSync > Tools > Connect via IR. Synchronization begins on your device. To disconnect, move the devices away from each other or tap X in the upper right of the screen to turn off. 3.3 Copying Files You can copy files to and from your host computer using Explore in ActiveSync and Windows Explorer.
3.4 Installing Programs To install programs on your i.roc x20 Pocket PC from your computer using ActiveSync: Connect your i.roc x20 Pocket PC to your computer using the sync cable. Follow the instructions on the screen. Check the screen of your i.roc x20 Pocket PC to see if any further steps are necessary to complete the installation.
3.6 Sending and Receiving E-mail You can send and receive e-mail messages by synchronizing your i.roc x20 Pocket PC with your computer using ActiveSync. If you are using ActiveSync to send and receive e-mail messages, the name of the folder you are using is displayed at the bottom of the screen. For more information on sending and receiving e-mail using ActiveSync, from the Start menu, tap Help >...
AC Adapter, Charger Adapter plug, or an optional spare battery with you. CAUTION: Use only an ecom approved battery for your i.roc x20 Pocket PC. Inserting a battery that does not comply with ecom requirements might cause the Pocket PC to malfunction and will void the ecom i.roc x20 limited warranty.
Pocket PC in your automobile with an optional Automobile Adapter that works in your vehicle’s electrical cigarette lighter or a 12-volt power outlet. To purchase an optional Automobile Adapter, refer to the ecom Web site at: www.ecom.com/go/i.roc x20accessories CAUTION: Use only ecom recommended AC adapters.
To charge your Pocket PC using the ecom Desktop Cradle: Plug the AC Adapter into an electrical outlet 1 and connect the other end of the AC Adapter to the AC connector on the ecom Desktop Cradle Slide the bottom of your Pocket PC into the ecom i.roc x20 cradle and push firmly to seat it.
(i.e., laptop), you must enable USB charging on the Pocket PC before you can charge the device. To charge your Pocket PC using the ecom Desktop Cradle and USB Cable: Turn on USB charging by tapping Start > Settings > System tab >...
To manually monitor the battery power: Tap Start > Settings > System tab. Tap Power > Battery tab. If the battery charge level is low, connect to AC power using the ecom Desktop Cradle and the AC Adapter, or change the battery. For...
To ensure you always have battery power available, invest in an extra Standard Battery or Extended Battery. These batteries can be charged in the optional battery charger. To purchase an extra battery and/or a battery charger, visit the ecom Web site at www.ecom.com/go/i.roc x20accessories . Changing the Backlight Settings Your new Pocket PC comes with an automatic brightness control feature that saves up to 25% battery life.
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To change the Backlight settings: Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Backlight. On the Battery Power tab, select the Turn off backlight if device is not used for checkbox and enter the time duration you want to pass before the backlight turns off. Tap the External Power tab to change the backlight setting for when you are using an external power source (e.g., cradle, AC Adapter, etc.).
Learning the Basics 5.1 Using the Today Screen When you first turn on your i.roc x20 Pocket PC, the Today screen displays. You can also display it by tapping Start > Today. Use the Today screen to view: Owner information Upcoming appointments Unread and unsent messages Tasks that need to be completed...
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Navigation Bar and Command Bar The Navigation Bar is located at the top of the screen. It displays the Start button, active notifications (such as new e-mail, Wi-Fi connection status, speaker status) and current time. Use the Start menu to select a program. The Command bar is located at the bottom of the screen.
5.2 Status Icons You may see the following status icons displayed on the Navigation or Command bar. Tap the icon on the screen to view more information related to the item. Icon Status Active connection to computer or wireless network. Inactive connection to computer or wireless network.
Icon Status i.roc x20 Pocket PC is connected with the desktop cradle. This icon appears only when there is an active connection. i.roc x20 Wireless icon—Tap to display Wireless screen Provides a control center to turn all wireless activities on and off, and to configure their settings.
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Creating Information From the Today screen, you can create new information, including: Appointments Contacts Messages Excel Workbook Notes Tasks Word documents 1. From the Start menu, tap Today > New at the bottom of the screen. 2. Tap an option to create a new item. 3.
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1. Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Today. 2. Select Use this picture as the background checkbox. 3. Tap Browse to select a picture from File Explorer. 4. Tap the Items tab to select or reorder the information on the Today screen. 5.
6. Tap Move Up or Move Down to change the order of items on the Today screen. You cannot change the placement of the Date on the Note: Today screen. Tap the down arrow associated with Today timeout checkbox to determine how many hours must pass before the Today screen displays.
3. Tap OK. Shortcut: Press and hold the Calendar button for two seconds to toggle between portrait and landscape modes. 5.5 Opening and Closing Applications Open any application on your i.roc x20 Pocket PC from the Start menu. You can also open an application by assigning it to an Note: Application Button.
.exe or .cef extension. To install more applications on your Pocket PC: 1. Use the ecom Desktop Cradle to connect your Pocket PC to your personal computer. 2. Follow the instructions in the Installation Wizard provided with the program you want to install.
5.7 Deleting Applications To delete applications on your Pocket PC: 1. Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Remove Programs. 2. Select the checkbox for the program(s) you want to remove, then tap Remove. : By removing an application from your Pocket PC, you Note increase storage memory (used to store data and document files) and program memory (used to run programs) on the...
CAUTION: If you have ecom ProtectTools enabled and forget your PIN or password, resetting the device will result in loss of data stored in i.roc x20 File Store. For more information on ecom ProtectTools, refer to Chapter 7, “Using Security Features.”...
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CAUTION: If you format i.roc x20 File Store, do not perform a hard or soft reset. Doing so may prevent your Pocket PC from operating normally. For more information on formatting i.roc x20 File Store, refer to “Performing a Hard Reset” in Chapter 1. Before saving files to the i.roc x20 File Store folder, it is Note: a good idea to determine how much memory is available in...
Learning Input Methods 6.1 Using Input Software To input information to your Pocket PC, you can tap the on-screen keyboard or write with the Letter Recognizer, Microsoft Transcriber, or Block Recognizer in any application. You can use the stylus to draw and write on the screen in the Notes application and from any Notes tab in the Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks applications.
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To change settings for word suggestions: Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Input. Tap the Word Completion tab. 3. Tap the down arrow associated with letters and select the number of letters you want to type before a word is suggested.
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4. Tap the down arrow associated with words and select the number of words you want suggested. 5. Tap OK If you do not want any words suggested, remove the checkmark Note: by tapping the checkbox next to Suggest Words When Entering Text.
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Using the On-Screen Keyboard Use the stylus to tap letters, numbers, and symbols on the on-screen keyboard to enter typed text directly onto the screen. 1. From any application, tap the up arrow next to the Input Panel icon. Tap Keyboard to display a keyboard on the screen. Note: To see symbols, tap the key.
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Writing with the Stylus and the Letter recognizer Use the stylus and Letter Recognizer to letters, numbers, and symbols on the screen. Create words and sentences by writing in uppercase (ABC), lowercase (abc), and symbols (123) as instructed here. To write with the stylus and Letter Recognizer: 1.
Writing with the Stylus and Microsoft Transcriber Use the stylus and Microsoft Transcriber to write words, letters, numbers, and symbols anywhere on the screen. 1. From any application, tap the up arrow next to the Input Panel icon. 2. Tap Transcriber to display the Transcriber Intro screen. 3.
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3. Write a word, letter, or symbol between the hatch marks. To type text, write a letter between the hatch marks labeled “abc.” To type numbers or symbols, write a number or symbol between the hatch marks labeled “123.” What you write will be converted to text. Drawing and Writing on the Screen Use the stylus as a pen to draw and write on the screen in the Notes program or from the Notes tab in Calendar, Contacts, or Tasks.
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Converting Writing to Text You can convert your writing to text when you write with the stylus in the Notes program or from the Notes tab in: Calendar Contacts Tasks To convert writing to text: 1. From the Start menu, tap Notes or tap the Notes tab in Calendar, Contacts, or Tasks.
Applications 7.1 Software Available on the ecom i.roc x20 Pocket PC The software programs described below are preinstalled on your i.roc x20 Pocket PC. You can find detailed information for using this software in the Help files located on your i.roc x20 Pocket PC. To access these Help files, tap Start >...
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To access the following programs, tap Start, then the name of the program, or tap directly on the Today screen. Application Function Microsoft Calendar Schedules appointments, meetings, and other events, and sets an alarm to remind you of the appointments. Appointments for the day are displayed on the Today screen.
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Pocket PC. How Do I...? Answers the most frequently asked questions regarding your i.roc x20 Pocket PC. ecom Image Zone Displays individual images and runs slide shows. Also displays images from the SD storage card of a digital camera.
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(Continued) Application Function Microsoft MSN Messenger Provides a chat environment which allows you to see who is online, send and receive instant messages, have an instant message conversation with a group of contacts, tell contacts that you are unavailable, and block contacts from seeing your status or sending you messages.
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Up/Down control repeats, and disable all buttons except the power button to ensure the device is not accidentally turned on. ecom ProtectTools Provides software security on the Pocket PC to ensure there is little risk of losing sensitive data.
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Enroll The ecom Certificate Enroller allows you to download certificates from the ecom Web site if you have proper authorization. ecom Asset Viewer Lists detailed information about your system and its configuration.
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(Continued) Application Function Memory Review how much memory is available on your device or on a storage card. Also allows you to review which programs are currently running and stop or activate them. Power See how much main and backup battery power is remaining on your device, define when the device will turn off after not being used, and define the standby period.
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To access the following programs, tap Start > Settings > Connections tab, then the name of the program. Application Function Beam Allows you to determine whether or not to automatically receive all incoming infrared beams. Bluetooth Turn Bluetooth on or off or establish a new Bluetooth connection.
.exe or .cef extension To install more applications on your Pocket PC: 1. Use the ecom Desktop Cradle to connect your Pocket PC to your personal computer. 2. Follow the instructions in the Installation Wizard provided with the program you want to install.
7.4 Using TodayPanel Lite TodayPanel Lite is a Today screen plug in that allows you to quickly view and change a variety of options. The options you can change are: Description Icon Name Change the TodayPanel Lite options or TodayPanel Lite the Today screen settings.
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To use TodayPanel Lite, from the Today screen, tap the icon of your choice, make the appropriate changes, and tap OK. TodayPanel Lite also has the flexibility to change the icons to compact mode, as shown here, which allows more space on the Today screen. Also, you can change memory and storage settings to display as percentages instead of file sizes.
2. Uncheck the TodayPanel checkbox and tap OK. 7.5 Using ecom Image Zone When you use ecom Image Zone you can review and share images from your i.roc x20 Pocket PC. You can also print, send, record, and e- mail images directly from your Pocket PC, or create slideshows to share...
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When you launch the ecom Image Zone, the following icons are displayed on the bottom of the screen. Icon Definition Tap to view the photo in full screen. Tap to start slideshow mode. Tap to change folders. Tap to delete photo.
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A preview of the photo and information about it is displayed. To view photos in ecom Image Zone, be sure your scroll bar has Note: been moved all the way to the left. Otherwise, you might not be able to see other photos in the thumbnail view.
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Viewing a Photo Full-Screen To view a photo full-screen and zoom in or out: 1. Tap Start > Programs > ecom Image Zone. 2. Select the photo by tapping on its thumbnail. 3. Tap on the preview window or tap Tools > View Image.
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Note: Programs > ecom Image Zone > Help. E-mailing Photos Using ecom Image Zone, you can e-mail photos to all of your family and friends. To send photos as e-mail attachments: 1. Tap Start > Programs > ecom Image Zone.
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Attaching a Sound File to a Photo To add sound to a photo: 1. Tap Start > Programs > ecom Image Zone. 2. Select the photo to which you want to attach a sound file by tapping on its thumbnail.
Codec settings: PCM or GSM 6.10. GSM 6.10 provides good voice recording and takes up far less space than Pulse Code Modulation (PCM). PCM provides better sound quality but may take up to 86 times more storage space than GSM 6.10 recordings. Format: Select sound quality.
Using ActiveSync To Backup/Restore Use Microsoft ActiveSync Backup to back up and restore information on your ecom i.roc x20. To help reduce the chance of data loss, perform a backup on a regular schedule. Before using ActiveSync Backup, you must first install ActiveSync Note: from the Companion CD.
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Tap on a task to bring the current program into the foreground or tap and hold to bring up the Task Menu. To start iTask, tap Start > Programs > iTask.
PIN or password, you can access the device with a backup question and answer. CAUTION: ecom ProtectTools helps protect your Pocket PC and the data stored on it. If you are unable to access your device with any of the above methods, there is no way to unlock your device.
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PC during this time. You can monitor the decryption process in two ways: If you selected Display encryption status on the Encryption Settings screen during setup, the ecom ProtectTools window displays the decryption status. If you choose not to display this status, the encryption/decryption process proceeds in the background, allowing you to use your Pocket PC for other purposes.
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Mobile Schedule to automatically initiate synchronization. Since authentication and decryption are necessary when the Pocket PC is turned on, automatic synchronization does not work properly when ecom ProtectTools is enabled. The same problem may also arise when using other server-based synchronization products.
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Changing Your ecom ProtectTools Settings If you want to change any of your security information, you can do so easily. Tap the yellow lock icon in the Taskbar at the bottom of the Today screen. Five options are displayed: Lock Device...
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Logoff Selecting this option allows you to manually log off your Pocket PC, requiring authentication to access the device. Data and files are encrypted. Change Passwords To change your fingerprint, PIN or Password: 1. Tap Change Passwords. 2. Swipe your finger or enter your current PIN or password to authenticate yourself.
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You cannot encrypt existing folders. Note: For more information on managing encrypted folders, refer to ecom ProtectTools Help. To access encryption Help, from the Today screen, tap the Yellow Lock icon > Yellow Lock icon in upper-left corner of the ecom ProtectTools screen >...
With wireless access, you do not need to use cables to connect your ecom i.roc x20 to the Internet. Instead, access points transmit data to and from your wireless device. Your ecom i.roc x20 can connect to an 802.11b WLAN or connect directly to other WLAN-enabled devices.
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Powering Wi-Fi On or Off To use Wi-Fi on your ecom i.roc x20, you need to turn on Wi-Fi and set up your device. The Wi-Fi antenna for the ecom i.roc x20 is located in the top of Note: the device. If you cover up the top of the ecom i.roc x20 after you have turned on Wi-Fi, signal strength may be affected.
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Automatically Connecting to a Network If one or more broadcast networks are present, the Network Indicator icon ( ) appears in the Navigation bar. Tap the network you want to connect to, and then tap whether the network connects to the Internet (does not use proxy settings) or Work (uses proxy settings).
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If a network was detected in step 3, the SSID is automatically Note: entered and cannot be changed. Enter a SSID into the Network Name box. In the Connects to: box, select where your network connects to (The Internet or Work). If you want to connect to an ad-hoc connection, tap the This is a device-to-device (ad-hoc) connection checkbox.
Wireless screen > Settings > Wireless Networks list box. You can choose whether to connect only to preferred networks or to have your ecom i.roc x20 search for and connect to any available network (preferred or not).
4. Tap Remove Settings. 9.3 Monitoring Signal Strength and Status To view the signal strength between your ecom i.roc x20 and an access point Wi-Fi connection: 1. Tap the Connections icon ( ) in the Navigation bar.
Advanced tab. 9.4 Advanced Network Settings Use the next few sections to learn how to set up and change network configuration settings so your ecom i.roc x20 can communicate with other networks. 9.5 Wi-Fi Terms It is recommended that you become familiar with the following terms as you begin to use Wi-Fi technology.
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(Continued) Term Definition An alphanumeric (letters and/or numbers) Encryption conversion process of data primarily used for protection against any unauthorized person(s). Hotspots Public or private areas where you can access Wi-Fi service. These wireless connections can be located, for example, at a library, cyber cafe, hotel, airport lounge, or convention center.
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Term Definition Security Set Identifier A sequence of 32 characters uniquely defining (naming) (SSID) a WLAN. Basically, each set of wireless devices communicating with each other is called a basic service set (BSS). Several BSSs can be joined to form one logical WLAN, called an extended service set (ESS).
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Looking Up an IP Address To find the IP address the wireless network is using: 1. Be sure Wi-Fi is powered on. 2. Connect to a network by tapping the Connections icon ( or )> Settings > Advanced tab > Select Networks button.
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Note: are connecting to a private network, such as a corporate network at work, tap Work. 5. In the Tap an adapter to modify settings box, tap ecom i.roc x20 Wi-Fi Adapter. 6. Tap the IP Address tab. 7. Tap Use specific IP address and enter the requested information.
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Work. 5. In the Tap an adapter to modify settings box, tap ecom i.roc x20 Wi-Fi Adapter. 6. Tap the Name Servers tab and enter the requested information.
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3. Under My Work Network, tap Add a new VPN server connection. 4. Follow the instructions on the Make New Connection screen. For online Help for any screen in the New Connection wizard or Note: while changing settings, tap the ?. Changing VPN Server Connections 1.
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Setting Up Proxy Server Settings If you are connected to your ISP or private network during synchronization, your ecom i.roc x20 should download proper proxy settings from your computer. If these settings are not on your computer or need to be changed, you will need to set them up manually.
To retrieve a certificate: 1. Be sure your ecom i.roc x20 has an ActiveSync connection to a computer on the same network as the certificate server. 2. Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Enroller.
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Use of the LEAP registration utility is required to log on to a LEAP- authenticated network. Most of the other types of secure networks are set up automatically by the ecom i.roc x20 Wi-Fi connection software. However, accessing a LEAP-authenticated network requires initial registration using this utility.
3. Tap Edit to make changes to the selected LEAP profile from the Wireless LEAP list. Changes to the LEAP profile can also be made by tapping on an entry in the Wireless LEAP list. 4. Tap Delete to delete the selected LEAP profile from the Wireless LEAP list.
Use of dial-up and wireless Internet, e-mail, corporate networks, Note: and other wireless communications, such as Bluetooth-enabled devices, might require separately purchased additional hardware and other compatible equipment, in addition to a standard Wi-Fi infrastructure and a separately purchased service contract. Check with your service provider for availability and coverage in your area.
Understanding Terms The following Bluetooth terms are used throughout this chapter. The Term... Means... Authentication Verification of a numeric passkey before a connection or activity can be completed Authorization Approval of a connection or activity before it can be completed Bonding (Paired Create a trusted connection between your devices)
Supported Services The functions that Bluetooth supports are called services. You can communicate only with Bluetooth devices that support at least one of the following services: Basic Printer profile (BPP) Dial-up Networking (DUN) profile File Transfer Protocol (FTP) Generic Access Profile (GAP) LAN Access Profile (LAP) Object Exchange (OBEX) Protocol Object Push Protocol (OPP)
10.3 Working with Bluetooth Settings From the tabs in Bluetooth Settings, you can: Turn Bluetooth on and off Enter or change your i.roc x20 Pocket PC Bluetooth name Set your connection preferences Enable Bluetooth services Specify security settings Define settings for sharing and connecting Select a user profile View software and port information Opening Bluetooth Settings...
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4. Select Allow other devices to connect. 5. Select either All devices or Paired devices only. CAUTION: Selecting All devices allows any device, even those unknown to you, to connect to your Pocket PC. After they are connected, security settings for specific services apply as specified in the Bluetooth Settings.
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Automatically Enabling Service To automatically enable service: 1. From the Today screen, tap the i.roc x20 Wireless icon in the Command bar. 2. Tap Bluetooth > Settings > Services tab. 3. In the Services box, select the service you want to enable: File Transfer, Information Exchange, Serial Port, Personal Network Server, Hands free, or Dial-up Networking Server.
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Information Exchange Advanced Settings If you selected Information Exchange and tapped the Advanced button, the following screen displays. 1. Tap the My business card (vCard) icon. 2. Select your business card information from the Contact Information List and tap OK to save the settings. 3.
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Hands Free Advanced Settings If you selected Hands Free and tapped on the Advanced button: The hands-free settings are automatically set. 1. Tap the checkboxes to select or deselect any settings. 2. Tap OK to save the settings and exit the screen. 3.
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To require a passkey or bond: 1. From the Today screen, tap i.roc x20 Wireless > Bluetooth > Settings > Services tab. 2. Tap the tab for the service you want to enable: File Transfer, Information Exchange, Serial Port, Personal Network Server, Hands free, or Dial-up Networking Server.
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5. Tap the Folder icon and locate a desired file folder. 6. Tap OK. Understanding Profiles Use profiles to quickly enable selected personal settings in multiple environments. Creating a Profile To create a profile: 1. From the Today screen, tap the i.roc x20 Wireless icon in the Command bar.
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Saving Bluetooth Configuration Settings in a Profile To save the Pocket PC Bluetooth configuration settings to any profile: 1. From the Today screen, tap the i.roc x20 Wireless icon in the Command bar > Bluetooth > Settings. 2. From the General tab, tap the Profile icon. 3.
4. Tap the Delete button. 5. Tap Yes to confirm you want to delete the profile. 6. Tap OK. 10.4 Working with Bluetooth Manager Use Bluetooth Manager to: Establish connections Exchange business cards Control the on-screen display Display shortcuts Opening Bluetooth Manager From the Today screen, tap the i.roc x20 Wireless icon in the Command bar >...
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To pair devices: 1. From the Today screen, tap the i.roc x20 Wireless icon in the Command bar > Bluetooth > Manager. 2. Tap Tools > Paired devices. 3. Tap Add. 4. Tap the Lookup icon. 5. Tap a device. 6.
10.5 Connecting to Other Devices Use ActiveSync, serial and dial-up connections to communicate with other Bluetooth devices, establish a partnership with a cell phone, and set up the Bluetooth services it offers. Identifying the Communications Port You can identify the virtual COM ports used to create a serial port connection.
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To establish an ActiveSync connection on your Pocket PC: 1. From the Today screen, tap i.roc x20 Wireless > Bluetooth > Manager. 2. Tap New > ActiveSync via Bluetooth > Next. 3. Follow the connection wizard instructions. Be sure the ActiveSync COM port setting on your Pocket PC is the Note: same as the COM port setting used for Bluetooth on your computer.
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From the Bluetooth Browser screen, select the computer you want to synchronize with. Tap Next. 4. Under Serial Port Selection, select the name of the serial port for the computer selected above, and then tap Next > Finish. Establishing a Serial Connection Use the wireless Bluetooth serial port connection just as you would a physical serial cable connection.
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Dial-Up Networking When you use dial-up networking (DUN), the remote device providing the dial-up networking service and the remote computer to which you are connecting must both have telephone access. Devices that can provide dial-up networking include Bluetooth: Mobile phones Desktop computers Modems Using Dial-Up Networking...
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To connect to the Internet and use Pocket Internet Explorer, you must first connect to a Bluetooth phone from Bluetooth Manager. To make this connection the default dial-up connection for Pocket Internet Explorer: IMPORTANT: All Bluetooth default connections are made using the following procedure.
10.6 Working with Files You can exchange information with a connected device and use the Bluetooth File Explorer to: Navigate through the directories. View files and folders. Create new folders. Send and receive files from a remote device. Delete and rename files on a remote device. Creating a File Transfer Connection 1.
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Creating a Folder on a Remote Device 1. Tap and hold the file transfer shortcut icon, and tap Connect. 2. Navigate to the location you want for the new folder. 3. Tap File > Create a folder. 4. Enter a folder name while New Folder is selected, and tap Enter.
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You must establish a default contact name to send or exchange business card information. You must first specify your default business card on the Information Exchange tab in Bluetooth Settings. This name becomes the default for business card transfers. Setting Up Your Business Card Information To set up your business card information: 1.
Requesting Business Cards 1. From the Today screen, tap the i.roc x20 Wireless icon in the Command bar > Bluetooth > Manager. 2. Tap Tools > Business Card Exchange. 3. Tap the Request icon. 4. Tap the device from which you want to request a business card. 5.
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Viewing Connection Status You can view: Connection’s name Device’s name Connection status Length of connection Signal strength To view the connection status: 1. From the Today screen, tap the i.roc x20 Wireless icon in the Command bar > Bluetooth > Manager. 2.
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To create a shortcut: 1. From the Today screen, tap the i.roc x20 Wireless icon in the Commnd bar > Bluetooth > Manager. 2. Tap New, and then a type of service, and tap Next. 3. Follow the connection wizard instructions. Paired devices are designated by a checkmark.
Connecting to the Internet Use your i.roc x20 Pocket PC to connect to the Internet or your Work network. To send and receive e-mail with Messaging and to view Web sites with Pocket Internet Explorer, you must set up a remote connection with devices such as a Secure Digital Input/Output (SDIO) modem card, Ethernet card, or the wireless 802.11b internal radio.
11.1 Connecting to a Private Network 1. Before you start, be sure to have your server phone number, user name, and password. This information can be obtained from your network administrator. 2. Tap Start > Settings > Connections tab > Connections icon. 3.
2. Enter the Internet address (URL) into the Internet Explorer Address bar. 3. Tap the Go icon. This is the common way to access a Web site on the Internet. 11.3 Using a Favorites List With Pocket Internet Explorer and a connection to the Internet, you can view Web sites on your i.roc x20 Pocket PC by selecting one from your Favorites list.
Please copy the “RF x10 Software Package.ARMV4.CAB” from SD Card to a temporary folder Click on “RF x10 Software Package.ARMV4.CAB” file in the temporary folder. Please perform a soft reset. RF x10 Configuration Tool 12.2 General The RF x10 Configuration Tool is an application based on RF x10 API which configures both scanner device and keyboard emulator software.
The screenshots shows the main window before and after a connection. After a successful connection to a scanner, the device information will be shown in the main window. 12.3 Hardware There is a “Hardware” menu for all hardware topics: There are two entries inside this menu: Settings...
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Configure Device (deactivated if no device is online, it will be activated after a successful connect) Settings Before the application can connect to a scanner device, the serial communication port number be defined. The default value is 1 for com port.
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After all settings are defined, the user is able to try the connection by pressing the connect button from the main window. Pressing cancel button discards modifications. If debug info check box is checked, a log file will be created in My Documents folder from pocket pc.
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In the combo box, you can specify the operation mode in which the device should work. There are three possibilities: Read Write Buffered read (for future extension) If you select read operation mode, there are also two possibilities for configuring the device depending whether you check SNR option or...
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not. With this option checked, the device will read only the serial number of a transponder coming inside scanner’s antenna range. If this option is not checked, the user is able to specify the start block number and the number of blocks to be read. In write operation mode start address and number of blocks have the same meaning like in read operation mode with SNR not checked.
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If AFI is activated, you can specify the AFI value through the numeric up-down control. In AFI mode, only those transponders are read or written to which AFI match the defined AFI. If singleshot check box is checked the response will be in the single shot, otherwise we will have a permanent output.
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The third page referrers to the transponders type that are supported by a scanner device: The fourth page referrers to the switching and trigger mode types: This page is for internal purpose only. If trigger check box is checked, the scanner will read a transponder only if trigger condition is set, otherwise it reads always.
If switching output check box is set, it means that switching output is switched automatically, otherwise switching output is not switched. If switching output is set, you can select one of the four modes of switching output from the combo box below. You can also specify the switching output period from the corresponding numeric up-down control.
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Turn off Bluetooth and Wi-Fi when not in use. Refer to Chapter 3, “Managing the Battery,” for battery saving tips. The backlight keeps In Backlight Settings, increase the amount of time turning off Select the option to turn on the backlight when you touch the screen or push a button.
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repair facility. 3. Pack your i.roc x20 Pocket PC and any external devices requested by Customer Support in protective packaging. Include any additional documentation or items as instructed by Customer Support. (Continued) Problem Solution I cannot connect to Be sure Wi-Fi is turned on. a network.
File Explorer. Open the folder you created, and then tap the file in which you are looking. Problem Solution Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > ecom ProtectTools to be My device is always asking sure the password settings are configured as you want.
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Problem Solution I cannot connect to Be sure you have installed Microsoft ActiveSync my computer using 3.7.1 or higher on your host computer before the Desktop Cradle. connecting your i.roc x20 Pocket PC to it. Be sure your i.roc x20 Pocket PC is connected to the Desktop Cradle, and that the cradle is connected to your computer.
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Be sure all cables are securely connected. locate my i.roc x20 Pocket PC when I Remove your i.roc x20 Pocket PC from the ecom synchronize. Desktop Cradle or disconnect it from the Autosync Cable, power on the device by pressing the Power button, then put it back in the synchronization cradle or connect it to the cable.
13.3 Wi-Fi Use the following suggestions to troubleshoot problems with Wi-Fi issues and your i.roc x20 Pocket PC. For more information on Wi- Fi, refer to Chapter 8, “Using Wi-Fi.” Problem Solution I cannot connect Be sure the Wi-Fi is on. to an access Be sure the device identified the network you want to point.
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(Continued) Problem Solution I cannot connect It is likely that the network is a “hidden” or non-SSID broadcast to an available network. You must know the network name (SSID) to be able to network that connect.by the system. shows in the list Tap Start >...
13.4 Bluetooth Use the following suggestions to troubleshoot problems with Bluetooth on your i.roc x20 Pocket PC. For more information on Bluetooth, refer to Chapter 9, “Using Bluetooth.” Problem Solution I cannot discover Be sure Bluetooth is turned on. another device. Move closer to the device.
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(Continued) Problem Solution Other devices do Be sure you have correctly set up your business card not receive my information in Bluetooth Settings. correct business Check Bluetooth Settings to be sure you have card information restricted this function. The i.roc x20 Be sure your mobile phone is in discoverable mode.
Regulatory Notices 14.1 Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Ecom instruments GmbH Company may void the authority to operate the equipment. Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods in order to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.
14.2 Canadian Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Avis Canadien Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. 14.3 Japanese Notice 14.4 Korean Notice 14.5 European Union Regulatory Notice This product complies with the following EU Directives:...
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Compliance with these directives implies conformity to harmonized European standards (European Norms) which are listed on the EU Declaration of Conformity issued by Ecom instruments GmbH for this product or product family. This compliance is indicated by the following conformity marking...
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*Notified body number (used only if applicable—refer to the product label). The telecommunications functionality of this product may be used in the following EU and EFTA countries: Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and United Kingdom.
Replace only with the ecom spare. CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
14.7 Equipment Warning WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, electrical shock, fire or damage to the equipment: Body-worn operations are restricted to belt-clips, holsters or similar accessories that have no metallic component in the assembly Plug the AC Adapter into an electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times. Disconnect power from the equipment by unplugging the AC Adapter from the electrical outlet or unplugging the Synchronization cable from the host computer.
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policy that applies to the use of this device, please ask for authorization to use it prior to turning it on. U.S. Regulatory Wireless Notice WARNING: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of this device is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
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Japanese Regulatory Wireless Notice Brazilian Regulatory Wireless Notice Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferência a sistemas operando em caráter primário.
Not all models described are available in all regions. Note: For more information on specifications for your particular model, on your i.roc x20 Pocket PC, tap Start > Settings > System tab > ecom Asset Viewer. System Feature Description Processor...
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Display 3.5 inch transflective type TFT color, QVGA, 64K-color support, LED backlight with power save mode. Audio Integrated microphone, speaker, 3.5 mm stereo audio jack, MP3 stereo through audio jack Infrared (IrDA IrDA, data transfer up to 4 Mb per second and SIR/FIR)
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System Feature Description External 10 watt maximum output AC Adapter Power Bluetooth Class II device; typical 10 meters (30 feet) range Indicators Radio LED indicator: (Left LED) LED off = all radios are off Blue blinking = one or more radios on (Right LED) Charge/Notification LED indicator: 4-mode alarm notification:...
15.2 Physical Specifications Weight varies on different models. Note: Metric Length 7.4 in 180 mm Width 3.4 in 88 mm Depth .1,8 in 48 mm 15.3 Operating Environment Environment Metric Temperature Operating 32¡ to -10¡ to 104¡ F 50¡ C -4¡...
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