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- Page 1 FC300 User Guide WH-FC300USER-001 2009 Copyright© by LXE®, Inc, An EMS Technologies Company. All Rights Reserved.
- Page 2 Notice: LXE Inc. reserves the right to make improvements or changes to published FC300 information at any time without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this publication to assure its accuracy, LXE assumes no liability resulting from any errors or omissions in this publication, or from the use of the information contained herein.
- Page 3 Table of Contents Introduction Laser Warnings and Labels Label Location Label Set Up A New FC300 Hardware Setup Software Setup Batteries How To Connect or Remove the Battery Pack Insert/Replace Battery Remove Battery Insert Battery in HazLoc FC300 Remove Battery from HazLoc FC300...
- Page 4 Connecting to Bluetooth Devices Taskbar Connection Indicator LED Connection Indicator Reboot Warm Boot Troubleshooting Regulatory Notices and Safety Information Class B Digital Device RF Notices AC Power Supply Safety Statement Laser Light Safety Statement Hazardous Locations Warnings Index FC300 User Guide WH-FC300USER-001...
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Page 5: Introduction
Introduction The Itron® FC300 is a ruggedized handheld computer targeted for indoor and outdoor use. It is powered by a lightweight main battery that can be removed and replaced without the need for special tools. FC300 wireless connectivity is secured by user-configured encryption and authentication protocols. The FC300 has an integrated keyboard, outdoor readable touch display, a tethered stylus, Microsoft®... -
Page 6: Laser Warnings And Labels
Do not look into the laser’s lens. Do not stare directly into the laser beam. Do not remove the laser caution labels from the FC300. Do not connect the laser barcode aperture to any other device. The laser barcode aperture is certified for use with the FC300 only. -
Page 7: Hardware Setup
Connect an external power source to the FC300. Connect a USB device or audio jack to the FC300. Connect the Car Power Adapter to the I/O connector at the base of the FC300. Remove or install a battery pack in the FC300. -
Page 8: Remove Battery
FC300. With a fully charged backup battery, an FC300 will retain data, while the main battery is removed and replaced with a fully charged main battery, for 5 minutes. Important: When the backup battery power is Low or Very Low connect the AC adapter to the FC300 before replacing the main battery. -
Page 9: Insert Battery In Hazloc Fc300
Hotswap the Main Battery Warning: Never replace (hotswap) the FC300 battery in a hazardous location. Place the FC300 in Suspend Mode. Itron recommends any work in progress be saved prior to replacing the battery pack. Simply replace the discharged battery with a fully-charged battery. An FC300, with a fully charged backup battery, will retain data during a battery hotswap for 5 minutes. -
Page 10: Tapping The Touchscreen With A Stylus
Place the cursor in a text box prior to retrieving data using the scanner/imager or an input/output device connected to the serial port. A right-click can be simulated by touching the touchscreen with the stylus and holding it for a short time. A stylus replacement kit is available. WH-FC300USER-001 FC300 User Guide... -
Page 11: Backlights And Indicators
Backlights and Indicators Backlights and Indicators Status LEDs Several LEDs are located on the front of the FC300 above the integrated speaker. They are: System Status LED indicates power management status. Battery Charging Status LED indicates main battery charging status. -
Page 12: Keypad Backlight Setting
When set to off, the keypad backlight does not turn on during Suspend/Restart or reboots. When set to on, the keypad backlight follows the display backlight settings. The keypad backlight turns off when the display backlight dims. WH-FC300USER-001 FC300 User Guide... -
Page 13: Connecting The Usb Host And Power Cable
1. Holding the cable I/O connector, pinch the catch release buttons in until the catches are open. Connect the cable to the FC300 I/O port by matching the shape of the I/O connector on the cable with the shape of the I/O connector at the base of the FC300. Release the catch release buttons. -
Page 14: Connecting The Usb Client And Power Cable
1. Holding the cable I/O connector (3), pinch the catch release buttons in until the catches are open. Con- nect the cable to the FC300 I/O port by matching the shape of the I/O connector on the cable with the shape of the I/O connector at the base of the FC300. -
Page 15: Connecting The Serial And Power Cable
1. Holding the cable I/O connector (1) , squeeze the catch release buttons in until the catches are open. Connect the cable to the FC300 I/O port by matching the shape of the I/O connector on the cable with the shape of the I/O connector at the base of the FC300. Release the catch release buttons. -
Page 16: Connecting An External Power Supply
AC power is being supplied to the power adapter, the LED on the power adapter illuminates green. 3. Squeeze the catches of the I/O connector and push the cable connector into the FC300 I/O port until it clicks. The click means the connector is seated firmly. -
Page 17: Connecting The Headset Cable
2. Headphones 3. Microphone Connect the FC300 voice cable I/O connector to the I/O port on the FC300. The FC300 internal microphone and speaker are automatically disabled. Slide the voice cable ends together until they click shut. Do not twist or bend the connectors. -
Page 18: Adjust Headset / Microphone And Secure Cable
The headset consists of an earpiece, a microphone, a clothing clip and a cable. The headset attaches to the audio cable end of the voice cable which attaches to the FC300. Align the audio connector and the headset quick connect cable end. Firmly push the cable ends together until they click and lock in place. -
Page 19: Connecting A Tethered Scanner
1. Squeeze the I/O port connector latches inwards. Connect part (1) of the RS232 cable to the I/O port at the base of the FC300. Release the connector latches and test the connection for stability. 2. Match the shape of the serial port (2) on the RS232 cable with the shape of the tethered scanner cable end. -
Page 20: Attaching The Handstrap
3. Insert the screws (supplied) into each of the four holes and fasten the base securely. 4. Slide the handstrap bottom clip pins into the slots at the base of the FC300 and pull the strap towards the top of the FC300 until the top clip slips into the groove. -
Page 21: Carry Case With Metal Snaps
The voice case does not require the clear plastic protector. 4. Slide the FC300 into the case, making sure the touchscreen and keypad (including the Scan LED) are visible and accessible through the front openings of the case. -
Page 22: Set Date And Time Zone
Set Date and Time Zone Start | Settings | Control Panel | Date/Time icon Set Date, Time, Time Zone, and assign a Daylight Savings location on the FC300 after a warm boot or anytime. There is very little functional change from standard desktop PC Date/Time Properties options. Adjust the settings and tap the OK button or the Apply button to save changes to the registry. -
Page 23: Using The Input Panel / Virtual Keyboard
Move the cursor into the text entry field when you want to enter data using the Input Panel. Keyboard icon in the taskbar When finished entering data, tap the Keyboard icon in the Taskbar. Select Hide Input Panel. WH-FC300USER-001 FC300 User Guide... -
Page 24: Set Power Scheme Timers
Suspend timer begins the countdown after the System Idle timer has expired. When the User Idle timer is set to “Never”, the power scheme timers never place the FC300 in User Idle, System Idle or Suspend modes (even when the FC300 is idle). -
Page 25: Set Speaker Volume
You can also select / deselect sounds for key clicks and screen taps and whether each is loud or soft. As the volume scrollbar is moved between Loud and Soft, the FC300 emits a tone each time the volume increases or decreases. -
Page 26: Calibrating The Touchscreen
Adjusting the Display Backlight Timer Start | Settings | Control Panel | Display | Backlight The backlight settings use the Itron set of default timeouts and are synchronized to the User Idle setting in the Schemes tab in the Power control panel. -
Page 27: Apply The Touchscreen Protective Film
Cleaning Cleaning any area of the FC300 should only be done with mild household cleaning chemicals such as Windex. Cleaning chemicals should never be sprayed directly onto the FC300. Do not scrub optical surfaces. If possible, clean only those areas which are soiled. -
Page 28: Using The Applock Switchpad
Switchpad Menu Switchpad Icon in Taskbar A checkmark indicates applications currently active or available for Launching by the FC300 user. When Keyboard, on the Switchpad Menu, is selected, the default input method (Input Panel, Transcriber, or custom input method) is activated. -
Page 29: Connecting To Bluetooth Devices
FC300 is out of range of all paired Bluetooth device(s). Connection is inactive. LED Connection Indicator When the Bluetooth LED on the FC300 is off, Bluetooth hardware has been turned off or it does not exist in the FC300. When the Bluetooth LED on the FC300 is on:... -
Page 30: Warm Boot
(in a linear fashion) New FC300 main batteries don't and never just stop working. This is important to remember – the FC300 is last more than a few hours. always ‘on’ even when in the Suspend state and draws battery power at all times. -
Page 31: Regulatory Notices And Safety Information
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. WH-FC300USER-001 FC300 User Guide... -
Page 32: Rf Notices
édits par le ministère des Communications du Canada. Li-Ion Battery When disposing of the FC300 main battery, the following precautions should be observed: The battery should be disposed of properly. The battery should not be disassembled or crushed. The battery should not be heated above 212°F (100°C) or incinerated. -
Page 33: Ac Power Supply Safety Statement
The LXE-approved AC Power Adapter is only intended for use in a 25ºC (77ºF) maximum ambient temperature environment. FC300 : Output Rated 15VDC, 4A 60W. Optional A/C Power Supply: Outside North America, this unit is intended for use with an IEC certified ITE power supply with output rated as stated at the top of this page. -
Page 34: Laser Light Safety Statement
Advertencia: Este producto usa luz de láser. Las etiquetas se proveen en la máquina exploradora. Por favor, lea detenidamente la explicación para las precauciones. (ES) Waarschuwing: Dit product gebruikt laserlicht. Een van de volgende labels is op de scanner aangebracht. Lees a.u.b. de waarschuwing onder Oppassen. (NL) WH-FC300USER-001 FC300 User Guide... - Page 35 Laser Light Safety Statement FC300 User Guide WH-FC300USER-001...
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Page 36: Hazardous Locations Warnings
Do not charge in hazardous area. WARNING Separate connectors only in non-hazardous area. WARNING Only use Itron 161888-0001 163086-0001 batteries as replacements. WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD. DO NOT DISCONNECT WHILE THE CIRCUIT IS LIVE OR UNLESS THE AREA IS KNOWN TO BE FREE OF IGNITABLE CONCENTRATIONS. -
Page 37: Index
Battery insert and remove instruction Battery Power Scheme Battery Status LED Bluetooth client functions Bluetooth connection Bluetooth LED Bluetooth LED activity Bluetooth Status LED Calibrate the touchscreen Carry Case with Metal Snaps Class B Cleaning Client Cable Assembly WH-FC300USER-001 FC300 User Guide... - Page 38 Hardware Setup Hazardous Locations Warnings and Information Headset Adjusting the microphone Mouthpiece Talk label quick connect cable Hide input panel Hide online keyboard Host Cable Assembly Hotswap the Main Battery How To Index of Instructions FC300 User Guide WH-FC300USER-001...
- Page 39 Laser Light Safety Statement Laser Warnings and Labels Battery Status Bluetooth System Status LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) main battery status Power key power management status Protective film for touchscreen Reboot warm boot Recalibrate the touchscreen Remove Battery RF Notices WH-FC300USER-001 FC300 User Guide...
- Page 40 Stylus how to use Switchpad System Status LED Tethered scanner cable assembly Touchscreen and the stylus Touchscreen protective film Troubleshooting USB host cable assembly 9-11 Using the AppLock Switchpad virtual keyboard Volume adjust Warm Boot WEEE FC300 User Guide WH-FC300USER-001...
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