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Welcome ...........................................................................1
Device Hardware ..............................................................2
Unit Setup .........................................................................3
Working with Your Unit...................................................5
Settings on Your Unit .....................................................12
Connecting to the PC ......................................................14
Communication...............................................................14
Caring for Your Unit.......................................................22
Environmental Considerations........................................23
Safe Use of Your Unit.....................................................24
Environmental Specifications .........................................26
Hardware Specifications .................................................27
Troubleshooting ..............................................................28
Regulatory Information...................................................31
Declaration of Conformity..............................................32

Welcome

Congratulations on your purchase of one of the most advanced
handheld computers available on the market today. The rugged
design of your handheld allows you to work in harsh outdoor
environments. You can operate your unit in blazing heat, subzero
cold, driving rain or dusty job sites - places you could not take a
consumer-grade handheld computer.
NOTE: Not all the features discussed in this manual will apply to
every unit, as many of the features are offered as options. If the
feature described does not apply to your unit, please disregard that
section.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Contents Welcome ................1 Device Hardware ..............2 Unit Setup .................3 Working with Your Unit...........5 Settings on Your Unit .............12 Connecting to the PC ............14 Communication...............14 Caring for Your Unit............22 Environmental Considerations........23 Safe Use of Your Unit.............24 Environmental Specifications .........26 Hardware Specifications ..........27 Troubleshooting ..............28 Regulatory Information...........31 Declaration of Conformity..........32...

  • Page 2: Device Hardware

    Device Hardware Front View Back View Removable CF-Cap CF-Cap Stylus Application holder Application Soft Keys Soft Keys Latches Start Power Enter Navigation pad PowerBoot Module *Assignable application buttons; see Settings Top View- without Cap Bottom View CF slot #2 CF slot #1 External Serial Type I...

  • Page 3: Unit Setup

    Unit Setup 1. Charge the PowerBoot Module The PowerBoot Module that contains the batteries is shipped detached from the unit. Before you insert the PowerBoot into the unit, you should charge it. The AC charger has outlet adapters to fit almost every electrical outlet.
  • Page 4 4. Turning your unit on and off To turn your unit on, press and release the Power key on the lower left hand corner of the keypad. To turn your unit off, press and release the Power key again. One of the most convenient features of the unit is “instant on” and “instant off”...

  • Page 5: Working With Your Unit

    8. Using the CF Expansion Slots If your unit comes with CompactFlash (CF) slots, access to the CF slots is under the CF-Cap . Unscrew the two screws on the top of the CF-Cap and slide the cap off the unit. Gently insert a CF card or device into one of the two CF slots.
  • Page 6 Battery Life: Battery life is dependent upon the application and operating environment. The PowerBoot contains 3800 mAh of battery power which typically translates to approximately 15 hours of battery life. Heavy usage of the 802.11 wireless, frequent backlight usage, high power consumption CF cards and cold temperatures can all significantly reduce the battery life.
  • Page 7 NOTE: If the fully-charged unit is still connected to the charger, the status found in Settings / System / Power will report the battery power remaining as if the unit were still on battery power. Swapping the PowerBoot Module: The PowerBoot is designed to be quickly swapped in the field (if you have purchased additional PowerBoot Modules).
  • Page 8 Storage Memory Unlike many handheld computers which can lose data if they lose power, all your data is always stored in non-volatile persistent storage memory. Losing power will not impact saved data or configurations other than the real time clock. This means that you do not have to use a RAM backup utility to protect your data.
  • Page 9 Pop-up menus You can use pop-up menus to easily select an action for an item. To access a pop-up menu, tap and hold the stylus on an item name. Touch and hold to display the pop-up menu. Lift the stylus and tap the action you want.
  • Page 10 The Today Screen You can view the Today screen by tapping Start / Today. It will also display when you turn on your unit for the first time each day or after a configurable time of inactivity. (When some external applications are running, the Today Screen will not automatically be redisplayed.) At the top of the screen are status icons.
  • Page 11 The Keypad The screen shows the function of the two application softkeys Start key OK key Enter key Power key Power key features The Power key turns the unit on and off and performs a number of additional functions. Turn backlight on/off: To toggle the backlight on or off, hold down the power key for approximately 1 second.

  • Page 12: Settings On Your Unit

    Hold down the Power key to display a countdown. Continue to hold down the Power key until it counts down to zero and beeps twice. Then immediately hold down the Start and OK keys simultaneously. After a few seconds, a screen will come up warning that if you continue, this operation will clear the persistent store including all user data, applications and settings.
  • Page 13 Sounds and Notifications Tap Personal / Sounds & Notifications. You can change sound settings related to event notifications, buttons and screen taps. To change the volume, tap the speaker icon in the status bar of the Today screen. You can either change the volume or mute all sounds coming from the unit.

  • Page 14: Connecting To The Pc

    Screen Tap System / Screen. The orientation can be changed to landscape for some programs that are not screen aware. To change the size of the text on the screen, tap Text Size to see more content or increase the readability in many programs. System Information Tap System / System Information.
  • Page 15 IMPORTANT: Do not connect the unit to the USB port on your PC until after you install ActiveSync. If you prematurely connect the unit to your PC, your PC USB drivers may get into a confused state and ActiveSync will not connect. If you suspect that something like this has happened, uninstall your PC’s ActiveSync, reboot your PC, reinstall ActiveSync and reconnect the unit.
  • Page 16 You will be presented with the Select Synchronization Settings window. Select the types of information that you want to synchronize and click Next. Wait a few moments while ActiveSync synchronizes the selected information types with the unit. Once connected over ActiveSync, you will see this window on your PC.
  • Page 17 7. Tap Start/ Settings / Connections / USB to PC and try changing the check box Enable advanced network functionality. 802.11 (Wireless LAN) If your unit comes with embedded Wireless LAN (wLAN) capability, also known as 802.11 or Wi-Fi, your unit has the ability to wirelessly connect to the Internet and other data networks by connecting to available access points or hot spots.
  • Page 18 through a corporate wireless network. A Work connection allows you to view file shares on a corporate network. If you chose to create an Internet connection, open Internet Explorer Mobile on the unit (Start / Internet Explorer) to browse the Internet. Some features supported by desktop PC browsers are not supported by Internet Explorer Mobile.
  • Page 19 name, password and domain in the next window. Tap Next. Choose the data types you want to synchronize and tap Finish. Troubleshooting 802.11 connection problems 1. Confirm that the unit has an appropriate IP address. Tap Start / Settings / Connections / Network Cards / Network Adapters / Marvell CF8385N Wireless Card to view the unit’s IP address.
  • Page 20 Bluetooth file transfer between two units It is possible to transfer files from one unit to another over a Bluetooth connection. Tap Start / Settings / Connections / Bluetooth, and confirm that Bluetooth is enabled on both units. Confirm that the unit that will receive the file is set to Make this device discoverable to other devices.
  • Page 21 Once the Bluetooth partnership has been created, you can establish a Bluetooth ActiveSync connection by tapping Start / Programs / ActiveSync / Menu / Connect via Bluetooth. If you have difficulty connecting over Bluetooth ActiveSync, open ActiveSync on the PC and confirm that serial connections are enabled (they are disabled by default in ActiveSync 4.1).

  • Page 22: Caring For Your Unit

    Installing additional software on your unit The unit can run third-party software designed for Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0. However, not all Windows Mobile third- party programs are screen-rotation-aware and therefore may not run properly in a portrait environment. To allow these programs to run correctly, the screen orientation can be changed in Settings / System / Screen.

  • Page 23: Environmental Considerations

    Mechanical shock The unit is designed to resist damage for drops up to 1.22 meters (4.0 ft). However, you should protect the display from impact, pressure, or abrasive substances that can scratch it or crack it. The unit should not be dropped unnecessarily Case Vent Hole The unit uses a GoreTex membrane at the vent hole to equalize the atmospheric...

  • Page 24: Safe Use Of Your Unit

    Temperature Range The operational temperature range is from -22°F to +140° F (-30C to +60C). In addition, the unit can be stored at temperatures from -40°F to +158°F (-40C to +70C). Although the unit is designed to be rugged, do not leave it in direct sunlight or in a parked vehicle in the sunlight for extended periods.
  • Page 25 Repair Do not attempt to dismantle the unit for repair. There are no user- serviceable parts inside. For service, use the contact details listed on the cover of this manual or contact your local dealer. Battery safety • Use only the battery supplied with your unit to power the unit. Use of other power sources could damage the unit, void your warranty and pose safety hazards.

  • Page 26: Environmental Specifications

    • AC chargers are designed for indoor use only. Avoid using the AC charger in wet areas. • Unplug the AC charger from power when not in use. • Do not short the output connector. Environmental Specifications Operation: -30 to +60 C (-22 to +140 °F) EMPERATURE Storage: -40 to +70 C (-40 to +158 °F) IP67, sealed against accidental immersion...

  • Page 27: Hardware Specifications

    Hardware Specifications Windows Mobile 5.0 (Premium edition) 200 MHz or 400 MHz Intel PXA255 XScale® processor RAM ( 64 MB SDRAM VOLATILE FLASH STORAGE MEMORY 128 or 256 MB of nonvolatile Flash storage NONVOLATILE 240 x 320 pixel (¼ VGA) color TFT with LED ISPLAY front light 15 hours continuous room temperature...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting How do I delete files? Open File Explorer and browse to the file to be deleted. Touch and hold on the file and then tap Delete from the menu that appears. Unlike desktop PCs, Windows Mobile does not support a Recycle Bin.
  • Page 29 It is critically important that my battery doesn’t fail during a job. Do you have any suggestions? Consider carrying a fully charged spare battery in the field. The unit is designed so that battery replacement is quick and easy. I connected my unit to external power and nothing happened. Is something wrong with my battery? Turn the unit off while charging.
  • Page 30 I am trying to connect my unit to the Internet using a Web- enabled cell phone, but it refuses to connect. Confirm the phone, cable, and login work by connecting to a PC. If your cellular provider is also providing you with Internet access, contact your provider for information about how to connect a Windows Mobile device.

  • Page 31: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information U.S.A. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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. 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.

  • Page 32: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity Europe According to ISO / IEC Guide 22 and EN 450 14 Manufacturer’s Name: Tripod Data Systems, Inc. Manufacturer’s Address: 345 SW Avery Ave. Corvallis, OR 97333 USA Declares, under our sole responsibility, that the product: Product Name:...

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