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Follett 7100 Manual

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Getting started with the
Follett 7100
Overview
The Follett 7100™ is a hand-held wireless device. It has a self-contained application, Follett Remote
that allows you to collect barcode scans offline for many circulation, inventory, and collection and
patron maintenance tasks.
If you have Destiny and a wireless network, the 7100's customized browser communicates directly
with Destiny, allowing you to perform real-time transactions. When you are out of range of your
wireless network or when your Destiny server is not available, you can use Follett Remote.
This document guides you through charging and setting up your 7100, and communicating with your
workstation or wireless network. It includes the following sections:
Resources to help you (p. 1)
Getting started (p. 1)
Managing the batteries (p. 2)
Features of the 7100 (p. 4)
Communicating with the 7100 (p. 16)
Resources to help you
Destiny Customers
"Quick Help for Wireless Destiny — Library", "Quick Help for Wireless Destiny — Textbook",
and "Quick Help for Wireless Destiny — Media" guide you through performing check-ins and
checkouts, taking inventory, and uploading barcode files from Follett Remote.
"Quick Help for Wireless Destiny — Transferring Textbooks" and "Quick Help for Wireless
Destiny — Transferring Assets" guides you through the process of transferring ownership of
textbooks and assets to other sites in the district.
All Customers
"Quick Help for Wireless Follett Remote" and "Quick Help for Follett Remote" guide you through
collecting copy and patron barcodes outside of your circulation system. Follett Remote records the
information in data files that you later upload to your circulation system.
Getting Started
If you have just received your Follett 7100, make certain your package Verify that your carton
contains the following items:
• 7100 mobile computer (the terminal)
• Main battery pack (3.7v, Li-ion)
• AC power supply
• Localized plug adapters
Note Be sure to keep the original packaging in case you need to return the 7100 terminal for service.

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  • Page 1 • 7100 mobile computer (the terminal) • Main battery pack (3.7v, Li-ion) • AC power supply • Localized plug adapters Note Be sure to keep the original packaging in case you need to return the 7100 terminal for service.
  • Page 2 Once you have verified that you have everything you need, you will first need to charge the batteries. The 7100 has two types of battery power: The main battery pack on the back panel, and the backup battery located inside the 7100.

  • Page 3: Charging The Main Battery Pack

    The unit will ship with both the main battery pack and internal backup battery significantly discharged of power. Charge the main battery pack with the 7100 charging cable for a minimum of 4 or 6 hours depending on your battery before initial use.
  • Page 4 Getting Started with the Follett 7100 Features of the 7100 Take a moment to become familiar with the layout of the keypad and the functions of the various keys. Page 4 of 19 Copyright 2011 Follett Software Company 10919A Rev. 11 08-11-A...

  • Page 5: Touch Screen Display

    Getting Started with the Follett 7100 Features of the 7100 (continued) Touch screen display The display is a LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) with a 4-wire analog resistive touch screen. The 2.8” (1/4) VGA (Video Graphic Array) is transmissive active matrix color, backlit, and the resolution is 240...
  • Page 6 Using the Follett 7100 Stylus The 7100 comes with a stylus, located in the cloth stylus slot on the back of the hand strap. Use this stylus (or your finger) to select or enter information on the touch screen display. The stylus functions like a mouse;...

  • Page 7: Alpha/Numeric Modes

    Getting Started with the Follett 7100 Alpha/Numeric Modes The keyboard defaults to numeric mode. Use the ALPHA key to toggle between numeric and alpha modes. Pressing the ALPHA key once locks the keyboard in numeric mode, alpha mode (lowercase), or alpha mode (uppercase). The command bar on the screen displays an icon that indicates the alpha/numeric status of the keyboard.

  • Page 8: Function Keys

    Getting Started with the Follett 7100 Function keys Function keys perform specific functions and usually display the name of the function they perform.  The Function key (FUNC) modifies the next key pressed to perform specific functions. The keyboard is color-coded in blue to indicate these key combinations.

  • Page 9: Program Buttons

    Wireless radios(wireless communication) Follett 7100s have a 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) radio that uses Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) technology. The radio is interoperable with other 802.11b/g, Wi- Fi compliant products including access points (APs), workstations via PC card adapters, and other wireless portable devices.
  • Page 10 To do this: Tap the UP arrow in the lower, right corner of the screen. Configuring a wireless connection Important Any cold boot of the 7100 deletes the WLAN settings. You may want to store this information in a secure place. ...
  • Page 11 All server-assigned IP addresses use Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). Activating a wireless connection On the Config tab, select the network in the list and tap Activate. The 7100 attempts to connect to the network according to the parameters you entered above.
  • Page 12 Getting Started with the Follett 7100 Connecting to a workstation through a cable To allow your workstation and the 7100 to communicate through a cable, you will need the correct cable and Microsoft ActiveSync® software. You'll need the following hardware ...

  • Page 13: Setting Up The Workstation

    Getting Started with the Follett 7100 Setting up the workstation (Windows XP) Once you have installed ActiveSync on the workstation, you will need to configure it: 1. Double-click the ActiveSync icon in the system tray. 2. In the Microsoft ActiveSync application, select File > Connection Settings.
  • Page 14 Set Up 11. Setup will finish and the partnership will be established Setting up the 7100 As shipped, the 7100 defaults to USB communication with your workstation. To verify or change the default setting 1. Tap (Start) >...

  • Page 15: Connecting The Usb Cable

    3. Double-tap OK to close PC Connection, and tap OK again to close PC Connection Properties. Connecting the USB cable Connect the USB cable to the I/O connector on the 7100 and to a USB port on the workstation. This is a communication-only cable unless you plug the power cable into the power port.
  • Page 16 Uploading the files from the workstation to your application Once you have moved your Follett Remote files to your workstation, you can upload them to your application. In Destiny, once you regain your wireless connection, you can upload the files through the browser.
  • Page 17 To begin uploading the file, click Process. (Mobile Device Center on Windows Vista or Windows 7) When you have connected the 7100 to the workstation, Mobile Device Center should open automatically. If not, open ActiveSync on the workstation by double-clicking the ActiveSync icon in the system tray.
  • Page 18 In Textbook Manager, select your Location. For textbook or asset transfers, select the destination site. 4. Tap Browse to locate and select your Follett Remote file in the \IPSM\Follett Remote folder. 5. Tap Upload. Once you see the message, "Your uploaded file has been sent to the Job Manager", you can continue with other tasks.
  • Page 19 Getting Started with the Follett 7100 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 10919A Rev11 08-11-A Copyright 2011 Follett Software Company Page 19 of 19...

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