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  • Page 1 For Help Call 1.800.241.6264 Motorola MC1000 Manual More information available at POSMicro.com QUESTIONS? BULk DISCOUNTS SE HaBLa Ask the experts at POSMicro.com. ESpañOL FREE SHIPPING* 1.800.241.6264 Live Chat Now support@POSMicro.com Monday - Friday 6 AM to 5 PM Pacific Time...
  • Page 2 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide...
  • Page 4 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide 72E-69840-02 Rev. A August 2007...

  • Page 5: Patents

    Motorola. No right to copy a licensed program in whole or in part is granted, except as permitted under copyright law. The user shall not modify, merge, or incorporate any form or portion of a licensed program with other program material, create a derivative work from a licensed program, or use a licensed program in a network without written permission from Motorola.

  • Page 6: Revision History

    Revision History Changes to the original manual are listed below: Change Date Description -01 Rev A 04/07/05 Initial release. -02 Rev A 08/31/07 Re-branding.
  • Page 7 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Starting the Mobile Computer ......................1-6 Waking the Mobile Computer ......................1-7 Li-ion Battery Removal ........................1-7 AAA Batteries Removal ........................1-8 Spare Battery Charging ........................1-8 SD Memory Card ..........................1-8 Wrist Strap ............................1-10 Chapter 2: Operating the MC1000 Introduction ............................2-1...
  • Page 9 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide Power Button ............................2-1 Keypad ..............................2-1 Using the Keypad to Navigate Applications ................... 2-4 Key Combinations ........................2-4 Selecting Items ........................2-4 Adjusting the Beeper Volume ......................2-5 Adjusting the Screen Contrast ......................2-5 Start Button ............................

  • Page 11: Chapter Descriptions

    Started, provides information on getting the mobile computer up and running for the first time. • Chapter 2, Operating the MC1000, explains how to use the mobile computer. This includes instructions for powering on and resetting the mobile computer, entering and capturing data. • Chapter 3, Accessories, describes the accessories available for the mobile computer and how to use the accessories with the mobile computer.

  • Page 12: Notational Conventions

    • Lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential. • Sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-step procedures) appear as numbered lists. Related Documents and Software The following documents provide more information about the MC1000 mobile computers. • MC1000 Quick Start Guide (poster), p/n 72-69838-xx •...

  • Page 13: Service Information

    Software type and version number Motorola responds to calls by email, telephone or fax within the time limits set forth in support agreements. If your problem cannot be solved by Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support, you may need to return your equipment for servicing and will be given specific directions.

  • Page 14: Chapter 1: Getting Started Introduction

    • Wrist strap • Regulatory Guide • Quick Start Guide. Inspect the equipment for damage. If any equipment is missing or damaged, contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility support immediately. See page x for contact information. Accessories Table 1-1 lists the accessories available for the MC1000:...
  • Page 15 Software for Pocket PCs operating system. Available at: http://www.symbol.com/MC1000 Platform SDK Used in conjunction with the SMDK for eVC4 to create Windows CE applications for the MC1000 mobile computer. Available at: http://www.symbol.com/support. Device Configuration Package A development tool used to create and download hex images that represent (DCP) for MC1000 flash partitions to the mobile computer.

  • Page 16: Parts

    Main Battery Installation The MC1000 uses either a rechargeable 1800 mAh Li-ion battery or three standard alkaline AAA batteries. Charge the Li-ion battery before using the mobile computer. If the Li-ion battery is not charged, see...

  • Page 17: Li-Ion Battery Installation

    1 - 4 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide Li-ion Battery Installation To install the Li-ion battery: Pull back the two battery door latches. Lift the battery door. Battery Door Removal Figure 1-2 CAUTION Ensure the battery adapter clip is positioned correctly or damage to the battery adapter clip and battery door may occur.

  • Page 18: Aaa Battery Installation

    Getting Started 1 - 5 AAA Battery Installation To install the AAA batteries: Pull back the two battery door latches. Lift the battery cover. With your index and middle fingers holding the sides of the battery adapter clip, push toward the bottom of the mobile computer until it is latched in the down position.

  • Page 19: Starting The Mobile Computer

    1 - 6 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide computer's main battery is removed. When the mobile computer reaches a very low battery state, the combination of main battery and backup battery retains data in memory for at least 72 hours.

  • Page 20: Waking The Mobile Computer

    Getting Started 1 - 7 Splash Screen Figure 1-5 Waking the Mobile Computer Use the wakeup condition settings to define what actions wake up the mobile computer. The settings are subject to change/update. See Waking the Mobile Computer on page 2-13.

  • Page 21: Aaa Batteries Removal

    1 - 8 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide AAA Batteries Removal To remove the AAA batteries: NOTE Pulling back the left battery door latch places the mobile computer in suspend mode. Press the red Power button to turn off the screen and place the mobile computer in suspend mode.
  • Page 22 Getting Started 1 - 9 Captive Screws SD Card Cover Screw Removal Figure 1-8 Remove the SD card cover. SD Card Slot SD Card Cover Removal Figure 1-9 Insert the SD memory card into the SD card slot. Note the position of the notch on SD card.

  • Page 23: Wrist Strap

    1 - 10 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide SD Card Installation Figure 1-10 Replace the SD card cover. Secure the two captive screws. Wrist Strap The wrist strap can be installed on either the right or left tether point. To install the wrist strap: Thread the wrist strap loop through the tether point.
  • Page 24 Getting Started 1 - 11 Handstrap Install the optional handstrap on either the right or left tether point. To install the handstrap: Insert the handstrap clip into the slot at the bottom of the mobile computer. Handstrap Clip Insert Handstrap Clip Figure 1-13 Press the mobile computer down to force the handstrap clip into place.
  • Page 25 1 - 12 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide Slip End Through Loop Figure 1-16 Slide the Velcro end through the clip. Slide Handstrap through Clip Figure 1-17...

  • Page 26: Power Button

    Chapter 2 Operating the MC1000 Introduction This chapter provides basic instructions for using and navigating the mobile computer. Power Button Press the red Power button to toggle the mobile computer between suspend and resume states. The display is off in suspend state and it is on in resume state.
  • Page 27 2 - 2 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide MC1000 Keypad Figure 2-1 Keypad Descriptions Table 2-1 Description Power Button (red) Toggles the mobile computer in and out of suspend mode. Toggles the screen on and off. Scan (yellow) Activates the laser scanner.
  • Page 28 Operating the MC1000 2 - 3 Keypad Descriptions (Continued) Table 2-1 Description Moves left from one item to another. Scrolls a window left. Functions as an ESC key when used with the blue F key. Moves right from one item to another. Scrolls a window right.

  • Page 29: Using The Keypad To Navigate Applications

    2 - 4 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide Using the Keypad to Navigate Applications The mobile computer screen is a non-touch screen and therefore navigation and control of an application is performed using the keypad. Key Combinations The mobile computer uses special key combinations to easily navigate applications.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Beeper Volume

    Operating the MC1000 2 - 5 Repeat steps 3 through 5 until all items are selected. Perform the desired function. Adjusting the Beeper Volume To adjust the beeper volume: Press F - DEL. The volume control box appears. Volume Control Box Figure 2-2 Use the scroll up or scroll down keys to adjust the volume.
  • Page 31 2 - 6 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide Press F - SHIFT. The contrast control box appears. Contrast Control Box Figure 2-3 Use the scroll up or scroll down keys to adjust the contrast. After three seconds of inactivity, the settings are saved and the box disappears.
  • Page 32 Operating the MC1000 2 - 7 • Status Icons The keypad mode icons indicate the function key status. If the F, A, SHIFT, or CTRL functions are active the appropriate icon appears in the taskbar. The power status icons indicate if the mobile computer is connected to an AC power source, if it is charging, or the remaining power of the battery.

  • Page 33: Start Button

    ActiveSync to synchronize or copy information from the host computer to the mobile computer. For more information on ActiveSync, refer to the MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 Integrator Guide. Entering Information Using the Keypad The alphanumeric keypads produce the 26-character alphabet (A-Z), numbers (0-9), function keys, and assorted characters.

  • Page 34: Entering Data Via The Bar Code Scanner

    Operating the MC1000 2 - 9 Entering Data via the Bar Code Scanner The integrated laser bar code scanner uses the Scan Wedge program to scan data into data fields in the same way data is entered via the keypad.

  • Page 35: Scan Indicator Led

    Practice quickly shows what tolerances to work within. NOTE Contact the Motorola Enterprise Mobility support if persistent scanning difficulties develop. Decoding properly printed bar codes should be quick and effortless.

  • Page 36: Laser Decode Ranges

    Operating the MC1000 2 - 11 Laser Decode Ranges Figure 2-9 shows the laser decode ranges and Table 2-5 on page 2-11 lists the decode ranges for the selected bar code densities. The minimum element width (or “symbol density”) is the width in mils of the narrowest element (bar or space) in the symbol.

  • Page 37: Resetting The Mobile Computer

    2 - 12 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide MC1000 Laser Decode Ranges (Continued) Table 2-5 Ranges Bar Code Density Near 100% UPC 2.1 in 12.7 in 5.33 cm 32.26 cm 20 mil (See Note) 17.9 in 45.47 cm...

  • Page 38: Waking The Mobile Computer

    Operating the MC1000 2 - 13 Waking the Mobile Computer The wakeup conditions define what actions wake up the mobile computer. These settings are configurable and the factory default settings shown in Table 2-6 are subject to change/update. Wakeup Conditions (Default Settings)
  • Page 39 2 - 14 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide • The Network folder is a link to file systems mapped using the network redirector. The files do not physically reside on the mobile computer. • The Temp and Recycled folders typically contain RAM based files.

  • Page 40: Chapter 3 Accessories

    Chapter 3 Accessories Introduction The MC1000 accessories provide a variety of product support capabilities. Accessories include cradles and cables. Cradles • Single Slot Serial/USB cradle charges the mobile computer main battery and/or a spare Li-ion battery. It also synchronizes the mobile computer with a host computer through either a serial or USB connection.

  • Page 41: Single Slot Serial/Usb Cradle

    • Provides serial connection through the serial pass-through port for communication with a serial device, such as a host computer (cradle serial communication cable is available). For communication setup procedures, refer to the MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 Integrator Guide.

  • Page 42: Battery Charging

    Provides USB connection through the USB pass-through port for communication with a USB device, such as a host computer (cradle USB communication cable is available). For communication setup procedures, refer to the MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 Integrator Guide. •...
  • Page 43 3 - 4 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide LED Charging Status Indicators Table 3-1 Indication No spare battery in slot; spare battery not placed correctly; cradle is not powered, or environment is outside the battery charging temperature range.
  • Page 44 Accessories 3 - 5 Four Slot USB Cradle This section describes how to use the Four Slot USB cradle with the mobile computer. Charge LED Power LED Four Slot USB Cradle Figure 3-2 NOTE Use only a Symbol-approved power supply output rated 12.0 VDC and minimum 3.3 A. The power supply is certified to EN60950 with SELV outputs.

  • Page 45: Cable Connection

    UConnect software must be loaded onto the mobile computer for proper ActiveSync operation. Refer to the MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 Integrator Guide for installing UConnect onto the mobile computer. The Four Slot USB cradle can charge up to four mobile computers simultaneously. The Li-ion battery charges in approximately four hours.
  • Page 46 Accessories 3 - 7 Cable Connection Figure 3-3 Connect the other end of the cable to the appropriate host device. For the RS-232 Serial Charge cable, connect the power supply. Battery Charging NOTE To charge the battery for your mobile device, battery and charger temperatures must be between +32° F and +104°...
  • Page 47 3 - 8 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide...

  • Page 48: Chapter 4 Maintenance & Troubleshooting

    Chapter 4 Maintenance & Troubleshooting Introduction This chapter includes instructions on cleaning and storing the mobile computer, and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during mobile computer operation. Maintaining the Mobile Computer For trouble-free service, observe the following tips when using the mobile computer: •...

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    4 - 2 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide Troubleshooting Mobile Computer Troubleshooting the Mobile Computer Table 4-1 Problem Cause Solution Mobile computer does Main battery not Charge the Li-ion battery. not turn on. charged. Replace the Li-ion battery or three AAA batteries.
  • Page 50 Maintenance & Troubleshooting 4 - 3 Troubleshooting the Mobile Computer (Continued) Table 4-1 Problem Cause Solution Mobile computer turns Mobile computer is The mobile computer turns off after a period of inactivity. This itself off. inactive. period can be set from one to five minutes, in one-minute intervals.

  • Page 51: Single Slot Serial/Usb Cradle

    Incorrect cable configuration. See the system administrator. transmitted data was incomplete. Communications software is not Perform setup as described in the MC1000 with installed or configured properly. Windows CE 4.2 Integrator Guide.

  • Page 52: Four Slot Usb Cradle

    Incorrect cable configuration. See the system administrator. or transmitted data was incomplete. Communications software is not Perform setup as described in the MC1000 with installed or configured properly. Windows CE 4.2 Integrator Guide.

  • Page 53: Cables

    Incorrect cable See the system administrator. was incomplete. configuration. Communication software Perform setup as described in the MC1000 with Windows CE is not installed or 4.2 Integrator Guide. configured properly.

  • Page 54: Appendix A Technical Specifications

    Appendix A Technical Specifications Mobile Computer Technical Specifications The following table summarizes the mobile computer’s intended operating environment. Mobile Computer Technical Specifications Table A-1 Operating Temperature 14° to 122°F (-10° to +50°C) Storage Temperature -40° to 158°F (-40° to 70°C) Battery Charging Temperature -32°...
  • Page 55 Sandisk SD cards will operate in conjunction, in combination or in integration with the MC1000 or any other Symbol product. The above information is offered on an “as is” basis, and does not constitute business, legal, professional,...

  • Page 56: Glossary

    Glossary API. An interface by means of which one software component communicates with or controls another. Usually used to refer to services provided by one software component to another, usually via software interrupts or function calls Aperture. The opening in an optical system defined by a lens or baffle that establishes the field of view. Application Programming Interface.
  • Page 57 Glossary - 2 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide Bar Width. Thickness of a bar measured from the edge closest to the symbol start character to the trailing edge of the same bar. BIOS. Basic Input Output System. A collection of ROM-based code with a standard API used to interface with standard PC hardware.
  • Page 58 Glossary - 3 Code 128. A high density symbology which allows the controller to encode all 128 ASCII characters without adding extra symbol elements. Code 3 of 9 (Code 39). A versatile and widely used alphanumeric bar code symbology with a set of 43 character types, including all uppercase letters, numerals from 0 to 9 and 7 special characters (- .
  • Page 59 Flash Memory. Flash memory is nonvolatile, semi-permanent storage that can be electronically erased in the circuit and reprogrammed. MC1000 mobile computers use Flash memory to store the operating system (ROM-DOS), the terminal emulators, and the Citrix ICA Client for DOS.
  • Page 60 Input/Output Ports. I/O ports are primarily dedicated to passing information into or out of the mobile computer’s memory. MC1000 mobile computers include Serial and USB ports. IP. Internet Protocol. The IP part of the TCP/IP communications protocol. IP implements the network layer (layer 3) of the protocol, which contains a network address and is used to route a message to a different network or subnetwork.
  • Page 61 Misread (Misdecode). A condition which occurs when the data output of a reader or interface controller does not agree with the data encoded within a bar code symbol. Mobile Computer. In this text, mobile computer refers to the MC1000 mobile computer. It can be set up to run as a stand-alone device.
  • Page 62 Glossary - 7 Nominal. The exact (or ideal) intended value for a specified parameter. Tolerances are specified as positive and negative deviations from this value. Nominal Size. Standard size for a bar code symbol. Most UPC/EAN codes are used over a range of magnifications (e.g., from 0.80 to 2.00 of nominal).
  • Page 63 Glossary - 8 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide RAM. Random Access Memory. Data in RAM can be accessed in random order, and quickly written and read. Reflectance. Amount of light returned from an illuminated surface. Resolution. The narrowest element dimension which is distinguished by a particular reading device or printed with a particular device or method.
  • Page 64 Glossary - 9 Subnet Mask. A 32-bit number used to separate the network and host sections of an IP address. A custom subnet mask subdivides an IP network into smaller subsections. The mask is a binary pattern that is matched up with the IP address to turn part of the host ID address field into a field for subnets.
  • Page 65 Glossary - 10 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide Warm Boot. A warm boot restarts the mobile computer by closing all running programs. All data that is not saved to flash memory is lost.
  • Page 66 ......3-1 single-slot serial cradle DCP for MC1000 ......ix LED indicators decode ranges .
  • Page 67 ....1-1, 3-3 MC1000 Integrator Guide ..... . vii single-slot serial cradle MC1000 mobile computer .
  • Page 68 Index - 3 waking the mobile computer ....1-7 wrist strap ....... . . 1-1 wrist strap installation .
  • Page 69 Index - 4 MC1000 with Windows CE 4.2 User Guide...
  • Page 71 1-800-927-9626 http://www.symbol.com MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo and Symbol and the Symbol logo are registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. All other product or service names are the property of their registered owners. © Motorola, Inc. 2007...

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