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SAFETY NOTICES FOR HAND-HELD PRODUCT WITH RF FUNCTIONS CP60 serial handheld equipment uses wireless radios that have been designed and manufactured to meet safety requirements for limiting exposure to radio waves. When used in accordance with the instructions set forth in this manual, the equipment has been independently verified to not exceed the emission limits for safe exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy as specified by EN50360 of EEC.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. The use of any batteries or charging devices, which are not originally sold or manufactured by CipherLab, will void your warranty and may cause damage to human body or the product itself.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual CONTENTS PREFACE ....................- 2 - Copyright .................... - 2 - Disclaimer ................... - 2 - Trademark Recognition ................- 2 - Contact ....................- 2 - Safety Notices ..................- 3 - For Hand-held Product with RF Functions ..........- 3 - For Product with Laser ................
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 1.8. Direct Data Connection ............41 1.8.1. Use Cable ................41 1.8.2. Use Cradle ........... 1.8.3. Syncing Tools ............... 42 1.8.4. Sync Partnership ..............42 1.8.5. USB Sync ................. 42 1.8.6. Disconnect USB ActiveSync ............45 1.8.7.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 4.1.3. Enable/Disalbe Mobile Data ............94 4.1.4. Use Only 2G Networks ............. 94 4.1.5. Cellular Data Setup ..............95 4.1.6. Edit & Add Access Points ............96 4.1.7. USB Internet Sharing .............. 97 4.2. Use Wi-Fi ................99 4.2.1.
A high-specced 5 mega-pixel camera also comes inside to take pictures and shoot videos to deliver better documentation for users. Rated with IP65/67, the rugged CP60 Series are light-weighted and easy to cradle in your hand, and will be your good help on field works.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual FEATURES Rugged yet smoothened outlined, with hand strap for secure hold IP65/67-rated tough form to survive drop, shock, heat, cold, and impervious to moisture/dust. Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5 OS, TI DM3730 1GHz CPU 512MB SDRAM to run application programs 4GB NAND flash to store OS, applications, settings and so on.
Chapter 1 USE MOBILE COMPUTER Before the mobile computer takes part in your work, get to know it first. This chapter combs the basic features of the mobile computer including the power supply, memory, and the units that bridge users with the mobile computer. This chapter helps you set the mobile computer to work at the earliest.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 2.1. TAKE A TOUR This section shows the major components on the mobile computer and inside battery chamber. You will also learn how to power on/off the mobile computer and how the mobile computer gives information about its status.
Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer 2.1.2. INSIDE BATTERY CHAMBER Inside the battery chamber of the mobile computer are the sockets for SIM card and storage card. Each is equipped with a hinged cover. Battery chamber SIM card slot SD card slot Figure 2: Inside Battery Chamber 2.1.3.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 2.2. POWER ON MOBILE COMPUTER To power on the mobile computer, press the Power button sitting at the upper right of the keypad. This Power button is also a suspend button. Press without holding this button to suspend the mobile computer when you are not actively using it.
Good Read Green second, then off Enable/disable this notification with the (Middle) CipherLab utility Reader Config. Radios Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or mobile data in use. Blue Blinking (Left) LED light is also programmable. See the API library that is readied for your reference.
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Reference Manual Same as the speaker and LED light, the vibrator works for good barcode reading. CipherLab’s utility Reader Config enables users to turn the vibration on/off and decides the duration. The vibrator is also programmable. See the API library that is provided for your reference.
Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer 2.4. BATTERY The mobile computer is fed by two batteries, main battery pack and backup battery. The main battery is removable and replaceable from battery chamber while the backup battery is mounted on the main board inside the mobile computer. When the mobile computer is shipped, the main battery is stored in a package separated from the mobile computer, which keeps it in good condition for future use.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual To install main battery pack, follow through the steps below by referencing to the illustrations: Figure 4: Main Battery Setup...
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Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer 1) Loosen the handstrap and pull it downwards so the metal hook is positioned at the lower edge of the Velcro band 2) Unhook the hand strap by pressing the square metal ring lightly in the middle and lifting it upwards in a single motion.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 2.4.2. CHARGE BATTERIES Due to shipment, it is likely that the main battery and backup battery won’t be fully charged when you receive the package. Before setting the mobile computer to work, charge the main battery to full by direct charging via a power adapter (with the help of a Snap-on Charging &...
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Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer To output data to your PC or laptop, connect the snap-on cable (either USB or RS-232 format) to it. See Direct Data Connection for follow-ups. When data transmission is required. Figure 5: Direct Charging Using Snap-on Cable...
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 2.4.3. MONITOR BATTERY LEVEL Main battery is the only source that feeds the mobile computer to work. It also supplies the backup battery on main board to retain the data stored in DRAM. Hence when main battery level gets low, recharge it or change it as soon as possible.
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Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer Main battery isn’t being charged. Main battery is being charged. Power amount delivered in percentage The horizontal graphic bar shows coarse enables more accuracy. power amount. LOW BATTERY ALERTS When main battery level drops below 40% , the mobile computer prompts “Main Battery Low”...
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual Note: Constant usage of the mobile computer at low battery level can affect battery life. For maximum performance, recharge the battery periodically to avoid battery drain out and maintain good battery health. When main battery drains out entirely, the mobile computer shuts down automatically.
Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer LOW BATTERY ALERT When backup battery drops low, the mobile computer prompts for recharge with a dialog. Title Bar shows an icon. Backup battery is rechargeable by external power (through power adapter) or main battery pack.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 2.4.5. OPTIMIZE BATTERY LIFE Power issues are critical for portable devices. Always turn off the features you don’t need on the mobile computer to save power. To extend battery life as long as possible, always take the following actions: Suspend the mobile computer when it isn’t actively used.
2.5. TEXT INPUT The mobile computer has a physical keypad and a touchscreen to receive user’s input. Among the two, the touchscreen provides more intuitiveness than the physical keypad to interact with the device. This section shows how to input text using physical keypad and onscreen keyboard. To know how to touch-control the mobile computer, see Touch Control.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual Figure 8: Enhanced Keys Enhanced keys can be categorized to five groups and explicated as follows: Key Group Description “Action keys” are Scan key and Backlight key. They cause the mobile computer ACTION KEYS to deliver functions as below:...
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Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer application-dependent and they all team up with key to cause actions from the active application. They produce nothing when pressed alone. [ALPHA] KEY key changes keypad input mode. When key is pressed once, [alpha] mode is activated temporarily, and the LED indicator next to the physical key lights up in blue accordingly.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual Description Opens the previous screen worked on. Closes a menu of an application, or an opened dialog. Navigates among the highlight items in some applications. Enters Tab character, which means it moves the caret to the next tab stop.
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Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer typed key as a symbol. Input mode returns to default once a key is pressed. Press twice to enter this mode. Keypad enters all typed keys as symbols. Input mode returns default pressing again. Press once to enter this mode.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual To enter a single letter, press key once so appears on the Title Bar. To enter the letter in uppercase, press Shift key additionally to trigger mode. To enter multiple letters, press key twice so...
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Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer QWERTY KEYPAD CHARACTER KEYS QWERTY keypad also arranges its character keys in the lower half and features them in a compact “QWERTY” layout as its name suggests. QWERTY keypad is a pared down version of an average laptop’s keyboard that bears also an key, Tab key , Enter key , Backspace key...
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual Description Performs a special operation from O.S. or the active application when pressed in conjunction with another key. Changes the function of the key pressed together with. The launched function depends on the application. Erases the characters to the left of caret.
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Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer number/symbol. Input mode returns to default once a key is pressed. Press twice to enter this mode. Keypad enters all typed keys as Input mode returns default numbers/symbols. pressing again. For details about key, see [Alpha] Key.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 2.5.2. ONSCREEN KEYBOARD The O.S. provides users with an onscreen keyboard. Compared to physical keypads, the onscreen keyboard bears more likeness to a conventional laptop’s keyboard by all the modifiers keys arranged on the left edge and the “QWERTY” layout. The onscreen keyboard isn’t overshadowed by physical keypads at all but outdoing them by being able to enter a...
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Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer The desired performance will be produced to the active application or screen at the moment. Modifier keys are explicated as following Description Ctrl key Once tapped, it becomes color-inverted and causes a special action from O.S. or the active application when a character key is tapped.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual Input Once tapped, it becomes color-inverted and presents a series of accented vowels modifier such as ä, æ, ë, ï, ö, ú or letter variants such as ß and ç which are needed for European languages.
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Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer Lowercase Uppercase OTHER KEYS Description Tab key Navigates among the highlight items in some applications. For text input, it inserts Tab character, which means it moves caret to the next tab stop. Backspace Erases the characters to the left of caret. Enter key Executes a command or confirms input.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual A list of suggested words briefly display over the keyboard Dictionary suggestions CHANGE KEYBOARD ORIENTATION The mobile computer is built-in with a G-sensor and supports screen orientation, which is enabled by default. So when the mobile computer turns sideways or upright, the screen changes its orientation, and onscreen keyboard readjusts itself to the new orientation.
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Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer SELECT TEXT When you see some text on a page you want to copy, select it first. Selecting texts varies from application to application. But primarily it requires you to tap & hold somewhere on the text to open a context menu or open the applications’...
Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer 2.6. TOUCH CONTROL The mobile computer’s LCD is overlaid by a resistive touch panel and thus forms a resistive touchscreen. Since a resistive touchscreen locates the user’s touch by the force applied on it, by operating with the stylus one can apply minimum force to trigger actions from the touchscreen.
Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer Backlight’s Battery Power tabbed page 1.6.3. CALIBRATION A resistive touchscreen needs calibration to work accurately after serving for a period of time. Calibration aligns the coordinates of touch panel and the LCD underneath to improve touch accuracy.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3) Tap Align Screen button. Screen alignment application opens. 4) Accurately tap on the centers of each cross mark to show consecutively onscreen, 5 in total. 5) Follow through the calibration.
Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer 2.7. MEMORY The mobile computer packs the following memory units to retain data and instructions from users: Random-access Memory (RAM) 512 MB SDRAM for temporary storage and fast access of active applications. SDRAM is fed by backup battery to hold data. Internal Storage 4GB flash memory to store O.S.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual System Information page Tap to view information on memory size INTERNAL STORAGE On Start screen, tap Settings | System | Memory . Memory screen opens showing Main tabbed page. This page gives the information about the mobile computer’s use of RAM and internal storage.
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Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer EXTERNAL STORAGE When Memory screen opens, tap Storage Card tab. Storage Card tabbed page then opens and shows the info about external storage (when a storage card is inserted).
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 2.7.3. INSERT SD CARD Day-to-day use of the mobile computer might cause the available internal storage to run short. Equip the mobile computer with an external memory unit to expand storage capacity. Follow the steps below to install a SD card: 1) Power off the mobile computer.
Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer 2.8. DIRECT DATA CONNECTION “Direct” data connection means “hardwired” data connection between the mobile computer and a Windows-based PC as opposed to wireless connection. Direct data connection relies on a RS-232 cable or a USB cable (sometimes plus an auxiliary cradle) between the two mentioned devices.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 1.8.2. SYNCING TOOLS Microsoft’s syncing tools enables users to update or back up the data on their handheld computers to desktop computers. Two syncing tools are featured by Microsoft - ActiveSync and Windows Mobile Device Center (hereinafter “WMDC”).
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Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer 3) On your PC, run the syncing program. ActiveSync should detect the mobile computer. Sync Setup Wizard launches and prompts to set up “Sync Partnership” between two computers ActiveSync Sync Setup Wizard opens. Press Next to set up “Synchronization Relationship”.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 4) Press Next button for “Synchronization Relationship”, or press Cancel button for “Temporary Relationship” if you don't plan to connect to the PC on a regular basis. If you have pressed Next, follow the onscreen instructions to go through the setup of “Synchronization Relationship”.
Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer 2.8.5. DISCONNECT USB ACTIVESYNC To disconnect USB ActiveSync: 1) On your PC, open ActiveSync by double-clicking its icon in the notification area. ActiveSync opens. 2) From the menu bar, click File | Connection Settings. [Connection Settings] window opens. 3) Deselect Allow USB connections.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 2.8.6. ACTIVESYNC ACTIONS TO TAKE Once “Synchronization Relationship” or “Temporary Relationship” is established between two computers, a variety of actions can be taken to enhance resource sharing between them as previously mentioned in Sync Partnership.
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Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer ADD/REMOVE PROGRAMS Note basically the applications to be installed to the mobile computer need to be installed on your PC first. So download the application programs to your PC first and install them on your PC so they can be installed onto the mobile computer later.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 4) Select the application program(s) to install to the mobile computer, and deselect the application program(s) to uninstall from the mobile computer. 5) Hit the OK button. ActiveSync proceeds to install programs and/or remove programs to/from the mobile computer.
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Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer 4) Double-click My Windows Mobile-Based Device My Windows Mobile-Based Device opens. 5) Double-click Program Files. Program Files folder opens. This is where the downloaded applications are normally installed on the mobile computer’s local storage. In the folder, each sub-folder stores an application. 6) Open the folder of the application to create shortcut for.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual You can also add a file shortcut to Start screen right by the mobile computer. See Add Items to Start Screen for more details. REMOVE SHORTCUTS FROM START SCREEN Note the inherent shortcuts aren’t removable. Only the added shortcuts are removable.
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Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer Option Description Automatic Auto-detects proxy This option detects if a proxy should be used when passing connections through the PC. If yes, configure the proxy on the mobile computer. This option best suits connecting to a PC (laptop) that may be used at home (with no proxy), as well as to a corporate network (with proxy).
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 2.9. AUDIO PLAYBACK Use a headset for audio playback and hands-free telephone communication. Bluetooth headsets are supported to deliver better mobility. See Bluetooth. 2.9.1. VOLUME CONTROL The mobile computer has two volume control facilities – the physical volume rocker perched on the waist of the mobile computer and the onscreen volume gauges featured by the O.S.
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Chapter 1 Use Mobile Computer [Volume] dialog opens presenting the gauges for system volume and phone ringer volume. Two radio buttons [On] and [Off] are featured on the right. Select [On] or [Off] to enable or mute both volumes. Onscreen volume facility Adjusts system volume [On] and [Off] enables or mutes both system and...
Chapter 3 CAMERA The mobile computer is adorned with a 5.0 mega-pixel camera that can also serve as a camcorder. The O.S. provides a camera/camcorder application, which launches the camera, takes pictures, shoots videos and stores the works on the mobile computer’s storage where they can be viewed, edited and output.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 2.1. LAUNCH CAMERA To launch the camera: 1) On Start screen, tap Pictures and Videos Pictures and Videos application opens. 2) Tap Camera icon located at the upper left of the window. Camera opens in portrait mode and readies to take pictures.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 2.2. TAKE PICTURES By default, pictures are taken in JPEG format and are saved to the mobile computer’s internal storage under My Device\My Documents\My Pictures. To change the default storage path, see Camera Settings. To take a picture:...
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Chapter 3 Camera Available menu items are detailed as below: Item Description Video Switch to video camera. Mode Sets camera mode between normal, burst or timer. Brightness Sets brightness between -3 EV to +3 EV in 1 EV increments. Resolution The mobile computer supports QVGA resolution.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual General tabbed page Slide Show tabbed page...
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 2.3. LAUNCH VIDEO CAMERA To launch the video camera: 1) Launch camera as described in Launch Camera. 2) Tap Menu command on the Softkey bar A pop-up option menu appears onscreen showing various option settings.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 2.4. SHOOT VIDEOS By default, videos are shot in WMV format and are saved to the mobile computer’s internal storage under My Device\My Documents\My Pictures. To change the default storage path, see Camera Settings. To shoot a video:...
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Chapter 3 Camera 2) Tap Menu command on the Softkey bar A pop-up option menu appears onscreen showing various option settings. Note: The Menu command and pop-up option menu are also available in the video preview screen. Available menu items are detailed as below:...
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual Item Description Still Switch to camera. Brightness Sets brightness between -3 EV to +3 EV in 1 EV increments. Quality The mobile computer supports QVGA resolution. Full Screen Switches to full screen mode (all menu buttons will be hidden).
Chapter 3 Camera 2.5. PICTURES & VIDEOS Pictures & Videos is an application that views and edits the pictures taken and videos shoot, or those copied or downloaded. It also sets background for Today Screen Start Screen, and sets avatars for your contacts. It also emails pictures and videos. LAUNCH PICTURES &...
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual The picture displays or the video starts to play onscreen. TAKE OTHER ACTIONS TO A VIDEO OR A PICTURE To edit, manage or take other actions to a video or picture: 1) Open Pictures & Video as described in Launch Pictures &...
Chapter 3 OPERATING SYSTEM The mobile computer is powered by Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5, a member of Windows Embedded family branded for full compatibility with Windows Mobile 6.5. Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5 features a prettier UI and a series of fresh new looks unseen in the predecessor Windows CE.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.1. 1 STARTUP Finished with the setup as described in Main Battery Setup Insert SD Card, proceed to power on the mobile computer as described in Power On Mobile Computer. If you haven’t installed a SIM card, the mobile computer isn’t able to connect to mobile networks for phone or data.
Chapter 3 Operating System 3.2. TODAY SCREEN It is Today screen that first shows oncscreen when the mobile computer powers on or is unlocked. Today screen shows a scrollable list of applications such as pictures, music, phone, voicemail, clock & time and so on, and the application in the center is always the active one.
Chapter 3 Operating System 3.2.1. CUSTOMIZE TODAY SCREEN Customize Today screen to change its appearance and presented items. To customize Today screen: 1) Tap Windows icon Softkey bar or hit physical Windows key 2) Tap Settings | Home. Home settings open. 3) Select between Appearance and Items tabs.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.3. START SCREEN Start screen is where all features on the mobile computer are accessed from. This screen lays out the application icons, shortcuts and so on in a staggered manner so each icon are more touchy and icons allowed onscreen are increased.
Chapter 3 Operating System 3.3.1. RETURN TO START SCREEN Tap Windows icon Softkey bar or hit physical Windows key to return to Start screen. 3.3.2. TITLE BAR At the top of almost every screen is Title bar. It shows a title on the left and a notification area on the right.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual WiFi network(s) available WiFi in use Bluetooth in use Bluetooth headset in use Alarm on More notifications to be viewed. Tap Title bar or tap the “Notification” command on Softkey to view them all. Email received...
Chapter 3 Operating System 3.3.3. MANAGE NOTIFICATIONS Status/notification icons are relatively small, however by tapping the Title bar a drop-down bar will appear to provide larger and touchy icons. Tap Title bar to open a drop-down bar. Drop-down bar opens. Checks what the O.S.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual Bluetooth A2DP profile in use. Tap it to access Bluetooth devices list. Checks a new e-mail. Opens Text application. Roaming on RESPOND TO NOTIFICATIONS 1) Tap Title bar to open Drop-down bar. Drop-down bar opens.
Chapter 3 Operating System 3.3.4. CUSTOMIZE START SCREEN Customize Start screen by changing the background, application shortcuts, and so on. Rearrange the application shortcuts to make the applications that you use most often easiest to access. CHANGE BACKGROUND Craft your Start screen and Today screen with any of your own pictures or a number of designer’s themes bundled with the O.S.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3) Tap & hold the executable file. A context menu comes up. 4) Tap Copy. 5) Browse to My Device\Windows\Start Menu\Programs. Programs folder opens. 6) Tap & hold any vacant spot onscreen. Context menu comes up 7) Tap Paste Shortcut.
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Chapter 3 Operating System REMOVE ITEMS FROM START SCREEN The mobile computer relies on File Explorer to remove an application shortcut from Start screen: 1) On Start screen, tap File Explorer File Explorer opens. 2) Browse to My Device\Windows\StartMenu\Programs. Programs folder opens. This is where all applications/bookmarks/file shortcuts are. 3) Tap &...
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.3.5. START SCREEN ICONS Start screen presents a number of icons in a staggered pattern that makes them easily touchable. Each icon opens an application, folder or a group of settings when it is tapped.
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Chapter 3 Operating System Camera Takes pictures and shoots videos. See Camera for details. Windows Media Plays audio/video files. Marketplace An online software download/purchase service which was shut down on 22 May 2012. MSN Weather Checks the weather of your locale and other parts of the world. Windows Live Accesses Windows Live services (such as Hotmail) or searches world wide web.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.4. SUSPEND & RESET MOBILE COMPUTER To save from repeatedly charging and replacing batteries more often than you would like to, suspend the mobile computer when you are not actively using it. “Suspension” is a state to hold the device from running without turning off power.
Chapter 3 Operating System Note the following cases also suspend the mobile computer: Battery door isn’t in place. Battery fails. To get the most from the battery power, see Optimize Battery Life. 3.4.2. WAKE UP MOBILE COMPUTER “Waking up” is to restore the suspended device to its previous working state. The mobile computer can be awoken both manually and automatically.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual [1] Power button [2] Reset toggle Figure 12: Reset WARM BOOT (SOFT RESET) “Warm boot” is also known as “soft reset”. When the mobile computer runs slower than normal or when one or more active applications crash, perform warm boot to close all active applications and restart the mobile computer without turning off power supply to hardware.
Chapter 3 Operating System 3.5. SET SCREEN LOCK For the sake of security, you may want to restrict the access to the mobile computer by a self-set password. The O.S. supports setting up a password to recover the access to the mobile computer.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.6. WORK WITH MENUS The O.S. presents two kinds of menus: option menus and context menus. By these menus, users are able to operate onscreen and use applications. 3.6.1. OPTION MENUS Normally a screen or an active application features a “Menu” command Softkey bar to launch an “option menu”, which causes actions to be taken by the screen or the active...
Chapter 3 Operating System Note some screens/applications may not have an option menu. A screen that doesn’t feature a “Menu” command on Softkey bar. An example of Start screen. 3.6.2. CONTEXT MENUS The context menu on the other hand contains the actions to be performed on a specific item selected onscreen.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.7. MANAGE APPLICATIONS On Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5, Start screen is where all inherent applications of the O.S. are accessed from. In the O.S., when you run an application, the other applications that have been running don’t shut down but keep on running whether it is music that is being played or a webpage...
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Chapter 3 Operating System MONITOR OPENED APPLICATIONS Upon launch, Task Manager shows a list of all opened applications which are under monitor: Delivers the application’s memory usage. Tap to Task Manager screen ascend/descend the “Application” shows a entries list of opened applications which are being monitored Deliver the application’s...
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual Task Manager monitors opened applications Tap & hold an entry to pop up the context menu. Context menu opens. SWITCH TO ANOTHER OPENED APPLICATION To switch to another opened application: 1) Launch Task Manager as described in Launch Task Manager.
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Chapter 3 Operating System Task Manager shifts to monitor processes. Task Manager monitors cached processes. Note: Stopping an application or process or service may interrupt one or more dependant functions on the mobile computer. You may need to restart the mobile computer to recover full functionality.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual This screenshot shows downloading an Download starts and proceeds. application program on the mobile computer. When asked to confirm the download, tap the “Yes” command on Softkey bar. If an SD card is equipped, you’re asked Installation progresses.
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Chapter 3 Operating System Installation completes. Tap “OK” command to finish and quit installation. UNINSTALL APPLICATIONS On the mobile computer, the acquired (non-inherent) applications are subject to your manual uninstallation. To uninstall an application: 1) On Start screen, tap Settings | System | Remove Programs Remove Programs opens showing the applications downloaded and installed from external sources.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual The lower-right “Remove” button becomes available. 3) Tap the “Remove” button to uninstall the application. 4) Follow onscreen instruction to complete through the uninstallation.
Chapter 4 RADIOS The mobile computer is a versatile networker. It integrates Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless data, and optionally a HSPA+ module for mobile data. It also includes a GPS receiver which can detect your locations on earth with street-level accuracy. With the help of these radios, the mobile computer keeps users online all the time.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual Network tabbed page opens showing the network currently connected to at the top. Phone settings Network tabbed page Network you’re currently using 4.1.2. ENABLE/DISALBE MOBILE DATA To turn on/off the mobile computer’s mobile data (HSPA+): 1) On Start screen, tap Settings | Connections | Wireless Manager Wireless Manager opens.
Chapter 4 Radios GSM/UMTS tabbed page opens. 6) Tap GSM (2G Only) from the drop-downs. 7) Tap Apply to apply the change. 8) Tap the “OK” command on Softkey bar to quit setting. 4.1.4. CELLULAR DATA SETUP To set up mobile data (GPRS/EDGE/UMTS/HSPA): 1) On Start screen, tap Settings | Connections | Connections (Manager) Connections setting opens showing Tasks tabbed page.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual If you have two or more different networks set up, tapping and holding an item provides options for you to either delete or connect to the selected network. Tap and hold the selected item. Context menu pops up.
Chapter 4 Radios My ISP setting Modem tabbed page shows by default. Tap the connection to edit. Tap the “Edit” command on Softkey bar to edit the APN selected onscreen. 4) Tap the APN to edit. The APN to edit is selected onscreen, and the “Edit” command becomes available on Softkey bar.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual Internet Sharing opens. Internet Sharing 3) Select USB for PC Connection, and select your mobile service for Network Connection. 4) Tap the “Connect” command on Softkey bar to start Internet tethering. The mobile computer prompts “Connected” in a few seconds when the PC connects to Internet.
Chapter 4 Radios 4.2. USE WI-FI The mobile computer is capable of Wi-Fi, a wireless networking technology making use of an access point, also known as “hotspot”, to connect to a wireless local area network. To use Wi-Fi, the mobile computer has to connect to a hotspot. Some hotspots are open to connect while others request for a key to authenticate access.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual Wi-Fi is on or off. Once Wi-Fi is on, the mobile computer starts scanning for the available Wi-Fi networks within its reach. The O.S. shortly displays a “Multiple Networks Detected” dialog prompting a few names of those found.
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Chapter 4 Radios 1) From “Multiple Networks Detected” dialog, tap Show all networks link to bring all detected networks into view. Wi-Fi settings open showing Wireless tabbed page. It displays both open and secured networks with signal strength. Secured networks have a lock graphic on them. Wi-Fi settings- Wireless tabbed page Tap to manually add a...
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 2) Tap the network to connect. “Configure Wireless Network” page opens. Configure Wireless Network For Connects to, select between The Internet and Work. Select The Internet if you’re using the network to access the Internet; or select Work if you’re using the network to access an internal network, i.e.
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Chapter 4 Radios If the network to connect to is secured, you’re prompted to enter a password or other credentials. Ask your network administrator for the details. 4) Tap Next to proceed. 5) Follow onscreen instruction to follow through the setup. When setup finishes, the mobile computer tries to connect to the Wi-Fi network set and reopens Wireless tabbed page.
Chapter 4 Radios Wi-Fi’s Advanced settings open: Wi-Fi’s Advanced settings 4) Deselect Turn on available network notifications. See also Advanced Wi-Fi Settings. 4.2.8. ADD WI-FI NETWORKS “Adding” Wi-Fi networks are usually needed for the following cases: when it doesn’t broadcast its name (SSID), or when you’re out of its wireless coverage This step is done so the mobile computer can connect to it (in the former case), or remember it and connect to it once its wireless coverage becomes reachable (in the latter...
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 4.2.9. CONNECT BY STATIC IP When the mobile computer connects to a Wi-Fi network by DHCP protocol, the mobile computer fetches a network address and other info needed from the network. But when you are connecting a Wi-Fi network by a fixed IP address, make the following setting:...
Chapter 4 Radios 4.2.10.ADVANCED WI-FI SETTINGS Access advanced Wi-Fi settings for the following: To turn on/off available network notifications. To set the time to turn off Wi-Fi after Wi-Fi connection keeps failing To set the network to access only hotspots or computer-to-computer (ad-hoc) or both. To access advanced Wi-Fi settings: 1) Turn on Wi-Fi as described in Enable/Disable...
Chapter 4 Radios 4.3. USE BLUETOOTH The mobile computer is Bluetooth-enabled to synchronize data with other devices such as PCs, car hands-free, headsets, printers, PDAs, and cell phones. Bluetooth enables wireless connections over a short distance about 8 meters. It is specified in IEEE 802.15.1 as a “wireless personal area network”...
Chapter 4 Radios Device ID tabbed page opens. 3) Enter a name following the prompted rule. 4) Tap the “OK” command on Softkey bar to apply the change and quit setting. 4.3.3. EXPOSE MOBILE COMPUTER In default state the mobile computer is hidden from other Bluetooth devices. To allow other devices to be able to find mobile computer, make the following setting: 1) On Start screen, tap Settings | Bluetooth Bluetooth settings open showing Devices tabbed page.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual Bluetooth entry shows a “Visible” label on Wireless Manager screen The mobile computer becomes discoverable by other Bluetooth devices. On Wireless Manager screen, the Bluetooth entry show a “Visible” label.
Chapter 4 Radios 4.3.4. TURN ON/OFF BLUETOOTH To turn on/off Bluetooth: 1) On Start screen, tap Settings | Connections | Wireless Manager Wireless Manager opens. 2) Tap the Bluetooth entry. Bluetooth powers on. 1) On Start screen, tap Settings | Bluetooth Bluetooth’s Devices tabbed page opens.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3) Tap Add new device… The mobile computer scans and displays the names of all Bluetooth devices found within reach. Bluetooth scanning result screen Tap to scan again. If the device to pair with doesn’t display, make it discoverable. If the mobile computer stops scanning before the device to connect becomes discoverable, tap Refresh.
Chapter 4 Radios Tap the “Advan…” command on Softkey bar, which only briefly shows, to configure the Bluetooth features to use with that device. Then tap Save. Devices tabbed page re-opens listing the just connected Bluetooth device among others. A device connected is listed under Connected label. A paired but unconnected device is listed under Disconnected label.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual The mobile computer is disconnected from the Bluetooth device. 4.3.7. UNPAIR BLUETOOTH DEVICES To unpair a Bluetooth device: 1) Open Bluetooth settings. (Start screen | Settings | Bluetooth.) Bluetooth settings open showing Devices tabbed page.
Chapter 4 Radios Partnership Settings opens listing the device’s available profiles. Partnership Settings 4) Select or deselect a profile to use it or not. 4.3.10. BLUETOOTH FILE EXCHANGE Once connected with other devices using Bluetooth, the mobile computer can offload or download files to/from them.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual The Bluetooth application generates a list of Bluetooth devices found. 6) Select the device to offload the file to. The device will receive a notification asking for confirmation to accept the file. 7) Confirm accept.
Chapter 4 Radios 4.3.11. BLUETOOTH ACTIVESYNC The advantage of Bluetooth ActiveSync is to save the trouble perpetually switching between multiple devices by changing cables or adapters. Note to disable network bridging on your PC (specifically bridging to a Remote NDIS adapter) before connecting Bluetooth ActiveSync.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual DISCONNECT BLUETOOTH ACTIVESYNC To disconnect Bluetooth ActiveSync: 1) On the mobile computer, tap ActiveSync from Start screen. ActiveSync opens. 2) Tap the “Menu” command on Softkey bar. Option menu opens. 3) Tap Disconnect. Bluetooth ActiveSync is disconnected.
Chapter 4 Radios In a few seconds Internet Sharing prompts “Connected” on the mobile computer. Your PC connects to Internet. Internet Sharing “Connected” prompted. Tap to stop Bluetooth Internet Sharing Tap the “Discon…” command on Softkey bar to stop. For the internet sharing using USB, see USB Internet Sharing.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 4.4. CONNECT TO VIRTUAL PRIVATE NETWORKS Virtual Private Networks (VPN) are a group of individual networks on a public network (such as the Internet) that connect to each other by private lines and communicate among themselves by encryption technology so their data are kept safe from unauthorized access.
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Chapter 4 Radios 2) Under My Work Network label, tap Add a new VPN server connection. “Make New Connection” page opens. “Make New Connection” page 3) Complete each VPN settings. Consult your network administrator for the protocol employed on the VPN and other requested credentials. 4) Follow onscreen instructions to proceed.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 4.4.2. CONNECT VPN After a VPN connection is set up as described in VPN Connection Setup, a link Edit my VPN servers shows up under My Work Network. Move on to connect to the prospective VPN.
Chapter 4 Radios A dialog briefly displays noticing the attempt to connect. In a few seconds, the VPN is connected. Once connected, the mobile computer makes a sound as per settings in Sounds & Notifications. 4.4.3. DISCONNECT VPN The O.S. doesn’t feature any facility or mechanism to disconnect VPN, consider using a third-party application to disconnect VPN.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual My Work Network’s VPN tabbed page opens. 3) Tap & hold the VPN to edit. Context menu shows up. 4) Tap Delete. The VPN is deleted.
Chapter 4 Radios 4.5. INSTALL SECURE CERTIFICATES To connect to a VPN or Wi-Fi network that deploys secure certificates, the mobile computer must have these certificates. Where the mobile computer stores these secure certificates is called “certificate store”. Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5 has three “certificate stores” – the Personal, Intermediate and Root certificate stores.
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CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual Certificate installer installs the file. 4) Follow the onscreen instructions to proceed. Once the installation completes, it can be viewed in Certificates...
GPS relies on the satellites covering the sky around the world to pinpoint your whereabouts. A location-aware application is necessary, such as CipherLab’s GPS Viewer for NMEA-based location discovery. There are other applications downloadable from Internet. Download “.cab”-suffixed programs that confirm the compatibility with Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 4.6.2. USE GPS To discover locations by GPS: 1) Launch GPS as described in Launch GPS. 2) Launch a GPS software or location-aware application. CipherLab GPS Viewer...
Chapter 5 PHONE This chapter depicts SIM card installation and status icons associated with phone connection. For the phone’s data calls, see Access Cellular WAN.
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual 5.1. SIM CARD To use the mobile computer’s phone, first obtain a SIM card from your mobile carrier. Activate the SIM card and assemble it to the mobile computer. The phone is enabled by default and connects to your wireless network when the mobile computer powers on.
Built-in module for 802.11 a/b/g/n networking WWAN Ordering Option - built-in module for GSM/HSPA+ Built in GPS module VoIP Supports Voice over IP through Cipherlab’s Push to Talk utility Data & Image Capture Digital Camera 5 mega-pixel with auto focus and photoflash Laser (Symbol SE955)
CP60 Mobile Computer Reference Manual ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Batteries Main Battery Pack Standard: 3.7V, 3600 mAh High Capacity: 3.7V, 4400 mAh Rechargeable Li-ion battery Charging time: approximately 4 hours Backup Battery 3.3V, 15 mAh Rechargeable Li-ion battery Data retention for 30 minutes...
Specifications PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS Color Tap Screen Display Display 3.5” Transflective TFT-LCD, 65K colors, sunlight readable Resolution QVGA 240 (W) x 320 (H)/VGA 480 (W) x 640 (H) Keypad Layout Numeric or QWERTY keypad Backlight White LED backlight for display and keypad Notifications Status LED Three LEDs for showing scanning good read, battery charging and...
IP 65/IP 67 per applicable IEC 60529 sealing spec. Electrostatic Discharge ± 15 kV air discharge, ± 8 kV direct contact discharge Note: CipherLab will not be held responsible for the mobile computer’s malfunction incurred by the operation outside operating temperature range. PROGRAMMING SUPPORT Development Environment &...
Specifications ACCESSORIES Accessory Options Detachable Pistol Grip Belt Holster (with or without shoulder strap) Charging & Communication Cradle Snap-on Charging and Communication Cable (USB & RS-232) According to FCC 15.407(e), the device is intended to operate in the frequency band of 5.15GHz to 5.25GHz under all conditions of conditions of normal operation.
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