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Palm SPT 1550 Quick Reference Manual

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  • Page 2 European Patent 367,299; 414,281; 367,300; 367,298; UK 2,072,832; France 81/03938; Italy 1,138,713. rev. 09/00 Licensed under one or more of the following Palm Computing, Inc. (a subsidiary of 3Com Corporation) patents: U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,125,039, 5,550,715, 5,727,202 and other Patents Pending.
  • Page 3 Reseller or call Symbol Technologies to receive this manual. Getting Started with the SPT 1550 Before using your SPT 1550, you need to perform some set up procedures. First, familiarize yourself with the SPT 1550 by reviewing the following illustration.
  • Page 4 S P T 1 5 5 0 Parts of the SPT 1550 Scan Decode Scan Window/IR Port Right Scan Trigger Left Scan Trigger SPT 1550 Touchscreen Display Power/Backlight Graffiti Writing Area Control Contrast Control Daily Calendar Memo List Application Application Button...
  • Page 5 R e f e r e n c e Installing Batteries Before using your SPT 1550, install two AAA alkaline batteries behind the battery door on the back of the SPT 1550. Note: Battery life may change with different manufacturers.
  • Page 6 S P T 1 5 5 0 door, make sure the door is aligned with the slots on the back of your SPT 1550, and that the batteries are firmly seated in the battery compartment. Caution: While batteries are being replaced, data is retained for approximately one minute.
  • Page 7 Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e The first time you start your SPT 1550 terminal and whenever you perform a hard reset, the first Setup screen displays. Tap the screen to continue with setup.
  • Page 8 Tap the AM or PM box to select the time of day. Note: Your SPT 1550 terminal can also display time based on a 24-hour clock. Refer to the Product Reference Guide . d. Tap the OK button to close the Set Time screen.
  • Page 9 Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e b. Tap the arrows at the top to select the current year. c. Tap a month box to select the current month. d. Tap the current date to set the date, and close the Set Date screen.
  • Page 10 Using the SPT 1550 Using the Power/Backlight Control The power button turns the SPT 1550 on and off. This button also serves as your backlight control. With the terminal on, press and hold the power button for approximately 2 seconds to turn the backlight on and off.
  • Page 11 Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e 3. Tap the left target to open the Alpha keyboard, or tap the right target to open the Numeric keyboard. Tap here for numbers Tap here for letters keyboard keyboard Icon Descriptions...
  • Page 12 1 5 5 0 Scanning with the SPT 1550 The SPT 1550 has an integrated scanner which, if your terminal is configured to use scanning input, allows you to collect data by scanning bar codes. To scan bar codes with the SPT 1550: Caution: Do not look directly into the laser.
  • Page 13 The touch-sensitive screen of your SPT 1550 contains glass. Do not drop your SPT 1550 or subject it to any strong impact. Do not carry your SPT 1550 in your back pocket; if you sit on it, the glass may break.

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    SPT 1550 terminal turns itself off: • Your SPT 1550 terminal is designed to turn itself off after a period of inactivity. This period can be set at 30 seconds, one minute, two minutes or three minutes. Check the “Auto-off af- ter”...
  • Page 15 This deletes completed To Do items and past Date Book events from the memory of your SPT 1550 terminal. Note that you may need to perform a HotSync operation to recover the memory. •...
  • Page 16 1 5 5 0 Beamed data does not transmit: • Confirm that the SPT 1550 terminals are 5” apart, and that the path between the two devices is clear of obstacles. When receiving beamed data an out of memory message appears: •...
  • Page 17 SPT 1550 terminal running again. Performing a Soft Reset A soft reset tells your SPT 1550 terminal to stop what it’s doing and start over again. All records and entries stored in your SPT 1550 terminal are retained. After a soft reset, the Welcome to Palm III terminal screen appears followed by the General Preferences screen (to set time and date).
  • Page 18 1 5 5 0 Performing a Hard Reset A hard reset also tells your SPT 1550 terminal to start over again. With a hard reset all records and entries stored in your SPT 1550 terminal are erased. Therefore, never perform a hard reset unless a soft reset does not solve your problem.

  • Page 19: Ergonomic Recommendations

    Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e Ergonomic Recommendations Caution: In order to avoid or minimize the potential risk of ergonomic injury follow the recommendations below. Consult with your local Health & Safety Manager to ensure that you are meeting with your company’s safety programs to prevent employee injury.
  • Page 20 S P T 1 5 5 0 Radio Frequency Interference Requirements - Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Industry Canada Standard ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. CE Marking and European Union Compliance Products intended for sale within the European Union are marked with the CE Mark which indicates compliance to applicable Directives and European Normes (EN), as follows.
  • Page 21 Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e Class 1 Laser devices are not considered to be hazardous when used for their intended purpose. The following statement is required to comply with US and international regulations: Caution: Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure.
  • Page 22 KLASSE 2 LASERSTRAHLEN KLASS 2 LASERLJUS STIRRA INTE MOT STRÅLEN NICHT DIREKT IN DEN LASERSTRAHL SCHAUEN LASERPRODUKT KLASS 2 LASERPRODUKT DER KLASSE 2 For Frequently Asked Questions and tips on SPT 1550 operation, please visit the Symbol Palm website at http://www.symbol.com/palm.

  • Page 23: Warranty

    Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e Warranty Symbol Technologies, Inc. (“Symbol”) manufactures its hardware products in accordance with industry-standard practices. Symbol warrants that for a period of twelve (12) months from date of shipment, products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship.

  • Page 24: Service Information

    Service Information Before you use the unit, it must be configured to operate in your facility’s network and run your applications. If you have a problem running your unit or using your equipment, contact your facility’s Technical or Systems Support. If there is a problem with the equipment, they will contact the Symbol Support Center: United States 1-800-653-5350 Canada...