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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Unitech PA966 & Accessories ......2 Tour of the Unitech PA966 ......3 First Steps with the Unitech PA966 Installing the Battery Pack . - Page 3 PA966/967 User's Manual Show Sequence Number Reset Sequence Number Save to File ......20 Clear Window .
- Page 4 967 may not immediately power-on due to battery discharge as a result of storage. In the above situation, plug the PA966/967 to the RS232 or USB cable, or place the unit into the Unitech PA966/967 Cradle (with 12V/2A AC-DC adapter, part number 1010-601478), and recharge the unit for 16 hours in order to fully charge its backup battery.
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Page 5: Chapter 1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Unitech PA966/967 (subsequently referred to as the PA966, unless the PA967 is specifically referenced). Your PA966 is a rugged, compact, and lightweight palm-size mobile computer. It utilizes the Win- dows CE 4.2 .NET operating system, and incorporates either an internal laser bar code scanning... -
Page 6: Unitech Pa966 & Accessories
PA966/967 User's Manual Unitech PA966 & Accessories After opening the PA966 box, please make sure the following items are present: User Guide CD PA966 Main Unit Battery Pack Quick Reference Guide Stylus... -
Page 7: Tour Of The Unitech Pa966
PA966/967 User's Manual Tour of the Unitech PA966 Bar Code Scanner / 2D Imager Cold Start (inside PCMCIA Card Compartment) IrDA Port Reset Hole CF Slot (inside Battery Compartment) Battery Compartment Stylus Scanner Trigger PCMCIA Card Compartment Hand Strap Battery... -
Page 8: First Steps With The Unitech Pa966
First Steps with the Unitech PA966 There are three ways to provide power to the PA966: • Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery pack • RS232/Charging cable or USB/Charging cable • Docking Station Data you enter may not be properly stored until the built-in backup battery has been adequately Note: charged. -
Page 9: Supplying Power To The Pa966
It may take up to 16 hours to fully charge the empty backup battery. The first time charge should be for at least 16 hours to insure a proper charge. CAUTION: Operating the PA966 for the first time without the AC adapter, and without fully charging the backup battery may result in loss of data stored in RAM memory. -
Page 10: Using The Stylus
Use very light pressure. Protective Screen Film The PA966 screen ships with a protective plastic film. You may remove this if desired by peeling from one corner. The screen will be more susceptible to scratching without the film, but will be more readable, and the touchscreen will work better. -
Page 11: Set Time Zone, Date, And Time
PA966/967 User's Manual Setting Time Zone, Date, and Time After Calibrating the PA966, the “Date/Time Properties” dialog box will appear. Follow the steps below to set the date and time. Setting the Time Zone first Follow the steps below to set up your time zone. -
Page 12: Flash Memory
Flash Memory is a re-writable location in which to store up to 64 MB of programs and data files. The benefit of this feature is that files and programs saved in Flash Memory are unaffected by the PA966’s power status. -
Page 13: Chapter 2. - Using The Keypad And Scanner
PA966/967 User's Manual Chapter 2. Keypad The PA966 keypad contains 36 keys, including: • Esape key • Cursor key • Enter key • Backspace key • ON/OFF key • Tab key • Function key • 0~9 numerals • Alpha keys •... -
Page 14: Keypad Layout
Keypad Layout When the PA966 boots, the default condition is Alpha Mode off. When the Apha Mode is toggled on, use the Func key to toggle caps on and off. Position Func Up Escape Backspace BkSp Enter " < PA966/967 User's Manual... -
Page 15: Useful Hotkeys
PA966/967 User's Manual Useful Hotkeys The PA966 provides eight combination hot keys to activate specified screen setting functions or programs. These hotkeys are useful for toggling the backlight and adjusting screen contrast when the menu-driven operation is disabled. Below is the list of hotkeys. To use them, press and hold the [FUNC] key in combination with the corresponding second key. -
Page 16: Using The Built-In Scanner
WordPad. Modifying the Scanner Settings Sometimes the PA966’s default scanner settings are inappropriate for a particular situation. In this case, the next several pages will guide you in customizing you PA966’s scanner output. -
Page 17: Settings
PA966/967 User's Manual The screen to the right appears displaying the following tabs: • Settings • Test • To Kpd • Version Each of these topics are discussed in detail on the following pages, beginning with Settings, below. Bar Code Symbologies Tap the + next to Barcode Symbologies to reveal a list of all sup- ported 1D barcode symbologies. -
Page 18: 2D Symbologies
“<t>” (no quotes) to include a tab before and/or after the bar code data. Enter text or numbers directly if you want the bar code preceded and/or followed by specific numbers or text. Tap OK when finished. PA966/967 User's Manual... -
Page 19: Replace Suffix With Carriage Return
Check this box to enable these codes. Proximity Reading Options If you have installed a proximity reader module into your PA966 you can use this option to enable and disable the reader. Scanning Options Scanning options cover settings for the functionality of the reader such as timing and accuracy. -
Page 20: Imaging Options
Return from idle mode is nearly instant. Illumination Intensity This setting controls how bright the light used to scan barcodes will be. Lowering this value will decrease scanner performance (distance and time) but increase battery life. PA966/967 User's Manual... -
Page 21: Miscellaneous Options
PA966/967 User's Manual Miscellaneous Options Three selections are displayed after clicking Miscellaneous Options: • Power on delay • Re-open scanner after resume power • Enable log Power On Delay This setting controls how long the reader will wait after a device power on to become active. -
Page 22: Test
1D Scanning The PA966 can be equipped with either a 1D laser bar code scanner or a 2D imager. Following are the procedures for 1D scanning. For 2D scanning, refer to page 22. Select the Test tab near the top of the screen. Tap Menu at the bottom of the screen and a list of options will appear. -
Page 23: Show Sequence Number
PA966/967 User's Manual To stop auto-scan, tap Menu at the bottom of the screen and select “Stop Auto-Scan”. Scanning will be halted. Show Sequence Number Should you want your scanned input displayed with a number showing the sequence of each scan, select Show Sequence Number. -
Page 24: Save To File
PA966/967 User's Manual The next scanned bar code will start a new sequence beginning with “1”. Save To File Tap Menu. Select Save To File. Select the directory into which you want to save the scanned data. Key in a file name. By default the data will be saved as a text (.txt) file Clear Window Tap Menu. -
Page 25: Enable Scan
Select Enable Scan. Press the scanner trigger key. A laser light will exit from the top of the PA966, and if it encounters a bar code it should be read (assuming it is a bar code symbology the PA966 is programmed to recognize). -
Page 26: Image Scanning
Tap Menu and select Save To File. Give the image a name and save it as a JPG file (name.jpg). Tap Text to return the scanner back to text mode. Now your PA966 will decode bar codes again. Scan2Key Tap the To Kpd tab to access the Scan2Key option. Scan2Key is a program that allows the PA966 to treat scanned input the same as keypad input. -
Page 27: Version
PA966/967 User's Manual Define the Intercharacter Delay and the Shift Key Delay (both in milliseconds). Scanned bar codes will read and output to these specifications. Version Tap the Version tab to view general information about the PA966’s decoder. -
Page 28: Chapter 3. - Power System
Charging the Main and Backup Battery for the First Time Note: Before using the PA966 for the first time, charge the unit for 16 hours to fully charge the empty backup battery. Operating the PA966 for the first time without the AC adapter, and without fully charging the backup battery may result in loss of data stored in RAM memory. -
Page 29: Power Status Indication
Battery Very Low No icon: When displayed means there is no external power supply to the PA966 but its battery power status is good. “Backup Battery Low” icon: When displayed indicates the backup battery is low and needs to be charged. -
Page 30: Checking Main And Backup Battery Status
How to Save Battery Power Automatic shut-down of the PA966 The PA966 will enter Idle Mode when there is no task, or all tasks are waiting for input. In default setting, the PA966 will automatically go to sleep if it remains idle for longer than 3 minutes and when there is no external charging power applied. -
Page 31: Backlight Setting
15 and 30 seconds, and 1, 2, 5, 10, 15, and 30 minutes. Automatically turn on the backlight when any key is pressed: This function is activated by the PA966’s keypad rather than the Windows CE keyboard. Warm Boot / Cold Boot Warm Boot •... -
Page 32: Charging Considerations
• To perform a coldboot, press the coldboot button inside the PCMCIA Card compartment. WARNING: Cold Boot will cause the PA966 to return to its original factory settings. Charging Considerations It is important to consider the environment temperature whenever you are charging the Lithium-Ion battery pack. -
Page 33: Chapter 4. Communication
PA966/967 User's Manual Chapter 4. Introduction The Unitech PA966 allows users to link to a host computer via RS-232,USB, IrDA, or RF connection for data communication. This chapter provides an overview of the communication methods of the PA966. The following subchapters cover these topics: •... -
Page 34: Activesync
Because you will be restarting your computer during installation, save your work and quit all programs before you begin. • To set up your communication settings, a PA966 serial cable is required to connect the PA966 to your host computer. •... - Page 35 Microsoft ActiveSync and restarted your computer, you’ll see the following screen: • Plug the PA966 into a RS232 or USB communication port on your desktop computer with the PA966’s communication cable (see page 18). • Turn the PA966 on. Click the Next button.
- Page 36 • Click the Next button and follow the instructions to set up a partnership between the PA966 and your desktop computer. This partnership allows you to synchronize information between the two computers.
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Page 37: Using The Mobile Devices Window
Open the Explorer window by double-clicking your device icon in the Mobile Devices window. Use this window, which is the root window to the PA966, to copy and move files between the PA966 and your desktop computer, as described in the “Synchronization” section (starting page 24). -
Page 38: Changing Communications Settings
Changing Communications Settings If Microsoft ActiveSync fails to detect the PA966 during installation, set up communications manually instead. Make sure the following conditions are met: • Verify that the correct communications port is selected for your desktop computer and that it is free. -
Page 39: Synchronization
Plug the RS232 cable or USB cable between the PC and the PA966. • Execute “Repllog.exe” from the PA966’s Windows directory (if ActiveSync is setup to sync using the IrDA port on both PC and PA966). To turn on IrDA: 1. -
Page 40: What Gets Synchronized
For details on synchronizing specific items, refer to Microsoft ActiveSync Help. Files All files created on the PA966 are stored in the My Document / PA966 My Documents folder (assuming the assigned Device Name is PA966). View those files by double-clicking the short-cut PA966 My Documents icon on your desktop computer. -
Page 41: Installing And Removing Software
PA966/967 User's Manual Installing and Removing Software Any program created for your PA966 can be installed as long as there is sufficient memory or storage space. First install the software on your desktop computer and then connect the PA966 to your desktop computer. -
Page 42: Sending Mail Remotely
PA966. You’ll also need to set up the remote connection on the PA966 using the Connections program. For wireless connections, you’ll require an RF card for the PA966. You’ll also need to set up the remote connection on the PA966 via the Network setting. -
Page 43: Receiving Messages
• To change InBox delivery options for remote mail: in InBox on your PA966, tap Service and then tap the service name. Then tap Service again and tap Properties. You’ll need to download a full message before you can view its attachments. -
Page 44: Wireless Communication
PA966/967 User's Manual Wireless Communication Your PA966 is equipped with built-in Bluetooth for wireless communication. Bluetooth Setup Select the BTPowerON program from Wireless Connection on your PA966’s Startup bar. Select Bluetooth Module Power On and tap OK. -
Page 45: Bluetooth Activesync
PA966/967 User's Manual Bluetooth ActiveSync Select BTActiveSync from Communication on the Startup bar On your PC, tap the Bluetooth icon on the task bar. The screen to the right will appear. Select More... Choose Inquiry. The inquiry process might take a few seconds. - Page 46 PA966/967 User's Manual Tap the Bluetooth icon on the task bar again. Click Sync. The message “Connecting to Bluetooth” will appear on your PA966. A Bluetooth security screen will appear prompting you to enter a PIN code. This PIN code can be any series of letters and numbers, and must be the same code you enter on your PA966 when prompted.
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Page 47: Appendix A: Technical Specifications
PA966/967 User's Manual Appendix A: Technical Specifications CPU / Memory Flash ROM SDRAM OS and Software Programming Tools Development Language Mechanical / Environmental Dimensions Weight (with battery pack) IP Rating Temperature Humidity Shock Intel 400MHz 32 bit PXA255 CPU Built-in real-time clock... - Page 48 Power Options Power Consumption Battery Charge Backup Battery Power Management PA966/967 User's Manual Power charging and EIA RS232C supports full duplex asynchronous communications and baud rate up to 115.2K bps Compliant to IrDA 1.2 (SIR) Baud rate up to 115.2K bps...
- Page 49 PA966/967 User's Manual 1D Scan Engine Light Source Scan Rate Scan Angle Minimum Print Contrast Power Consumption Depth of Field 1D Laser Depth of Field Decode Zone Visible Laser Dicode(VLD) 650nm 39+Scans/Second from vertical ° 25% absolute dark/light reflectance at 650nm...
- Page 50 2D Scan Engine Light Sources Scan Angle Focal Point Ambient Light 2D Scanner Symbologies Linear Symbologies 2D Symbologies Postal Symbologies PA966/967 User's Manual Code 93 Interleaved 2 of 5 Code 128 Label Code Delta Code MSI/Plessy EAN-8, 13 Standard 2 of 5...
- Page 51 PA966/967 User's Manual Pin Assignment for Charge / Communication Port Docking Station Interface Power Input Assignment USB 5VDC 12VDC USB Differential Data Signal High Side /UDC USB Differential Data Signal Low Side 1 EIA RS232C IDC type connector via PC/computer, 1 USB port...
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Page 52: Appendix B: Troubleshooting Guide
Cannot read bar code Terminal will not shut off Terminal cannot communicate with host PC PA966/967 User's Manual Solution Battery needs recharging or replacement Insure that the battery is installed correctly Adjust “Power Properties” Battery needs recharging Adjust “Power Properties”... -
Page 53: Fcc Statement
Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R&TTE 1999/5/EC and EMC 89/336/EEC directives. Laser Information The Unitech PA966 is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS/CDRH 21CFR Subchapter J and to the requirements of IEC 825-1. Class II and Class 2 products are not consid- ered to be hazardous. - Page 54 PA966/967 User's Manual Unitech America 6182 Katella Avenue Cypress, CA 90630 800-861-8648 toll free www.ute.com...