Intermec 600 Series 600 User Manual
Intermec 600 Series 600 User Manual

Intermec 600 Series 600 User Manual

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600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer
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PN: 961-054-014
Revision F
August 2001

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  • Page 1 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer USER’S GUIDE " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " PN: 961-054-014 Revision F August 2001...
  • Page 2 " NOTICE The information contained herein is proprietary and is provided solely for the purpose of allowing customers to operate and service Intermec manufactured equipment and is not to be released, reproduced, or used for any other purpose without written permission of Intermec.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ..........Intermec 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide CONTENTS "...
  • Page 4 Option 3 UNIT ID Intermec 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide .........
  • Page 5 Table 4-1 Basic Troubleshooting GLOSSARY INDEX Intermec 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide ....B-22 ....
  • Page 6 CONTENTS Intermec 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 7: General Information

    " " " " " " " " " " About this User’s Guide Section 1 Contains general information about the components of your 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer. This includes telling you how the user guide is organized, a summary of the sections, and the specifications.
  • Page 8: Industrial Mobile Computer Description

    to aid you in determining the level of assistance you may need. Appendix A Pin-outs for the external connectors. Appendix B DOS Utilities Program setup screens. Glossary Contains definitions to words or phrases used in this user’s guide. Index An alphabetically listing of the subjects and page numbers contained in this user’s guide.
  • Page 9: Figure 1-1 Front And Back View

    Internal modem with CompactFlash card size and for- " The following descriptions will familiarize you with the name, function, and locations of the components. Figure 1-1, and Figure 1-2, on pages 1-3, and 1-4, show you these key components. Touch screen display Keypad Power...
  • Page 10: Figure 1-2 Top, Bottom, And Side View

    Scanner lens (optional) Charger jack Scroll up key Scanner button Top, Bottom, and Side View 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide CompactFlash card slot Top End Docking connector Speaker Bottom End Action key Scroll down Side View Figure 1-2...
  • Page 11: Computer Keyboard

    Computer Keyboard This Industrial Mobile Computer provides a 16 key keyboard. All keys with the exception of the [I/O] and [Gold] keys are programmable for individual functions. Figure 1-3 on page 1-5 details the basic keyboard layout. ON/OFF (Suspend/Resume) BkSp (Back Space) Gold Esc (Escape) Figure 1-3...
  • Page 12: Display

    Display This Industrial Mobile Computer offers an easy to read Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) with touch screen. The display shows status messages, keyed-in entries, customer or product lists, calculations, and prompts for responses. The touch screen can be used with a stylus, or your finger to choose functions, record signatures, or enter data.
  • Page 13: Memory

    Although the battery will protect the data against loss for up to 72 hours, it is best to put your unit on a charging source when you first detect low battery. Memory Three types of memory are available with this Industrial Mobile Computer: Main Memory DRAM "...
  • Page 14: [Gold] Key

    Intermec also offers the mini-land line modem which connects to the 600 Series via the docking connector. [Gold] Key Hold down and press desired gold key functions. Continue to hold down the [Gold] key for each gold legend key stroke you wish to make.
  • Page 15: On/Off (Suspend And Resume) Key

    Table 1-1 (continued) Gold Legend Keypad Functions Gold + Icon Result Toggles Backlight on and off Home Pg Up Page Up Up arrow Pg Dn Page Down . (period) Left arrow Down arrow Right arrow " Ctrl (control) Enter ON/OFF (Suspend and Resume) In order to conserve power your Industrial Mobile Computer may automatically suspend when there has been no activity for a set period of time.
  • Page 16: Resetting

    A serial cable plugs into and latches to the docking " connector and provides a standard PC compatible DB-9 (male) serial port. A data sychronous cable plugs into and latches to the " docking connector and provides a DB-9 (female) which can be plugged into a standard PC serial port.
  • Page 17: Customer Response Center And Product Service

    Intermec Technologies Corporation CRC (technical support), telephone number: 1-800-755-5505 (USA or Canada) or 1-425-356-1799. Email: support@intermec.com If you want to Email a problem or question to the CRC be sure to include the following information in your message: Your name...
  • Page 18: Specifications

    Specifications Size: Temperature: Recommended Operating: 0 to +50_C (32 to +122_F) Extreme Operating: Storage Temperature: Weight: Humidity: Static Protection: Battery: Hours of Operation: Charging Temperature: Communication: Interface: Protocol: System Components: FLASH: RAM: Operating System: Card Options: Display: 1-12 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide 9.1 cm (3.6 inches) wide 15.5 cm (6.1 inches) long 3.0 cm (1.2 inches) tall...
  • Page 19: Operation

    " " " " " " " " " " This section tells you how to: Charge the battery " Power-up your 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer " Install CompactFlash cards " Getting Started Unpack your 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer and inspect it for signs of physical damage from shipment or storage.
  • Page 20: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Charging your battery pack can be done either in a dock or using an ac wall charger connected to your computer. Figure 2-1 on page 2-2 shows your computer being connected to an ac charger. Figure 2-2 on page 2-3 shows the computer and explains the Power Status conditions that you might see during the charging process.
  • Page 21: Figure 2-2 Power Status Led

    SECTION 2 Operation Power Status LED Power Status: Blinking Red indicates low battery status Continuous Red indicates charging in process Continuous Green indicates charging complete Blinking Green indicates computer is in standby mode Off indicates normal operation Figure 2-2 Power Status LED 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 22: Installing Compactflash Card

    Installing CompactFlash Card 1. Gently apply pressure as you guide the card down- ward into the card slot. 2. Press at the top end of the card to “set” the bottom end of the card in the pin connector at the bottom of the card slot.
  • Page 23: Removing The Compactflash Card

    CompactFlash card, to slide the card out enough to get ahold of it and pull straight out on the card slot. Intermec also offers self-adhesive pull tabs (p/n 806-896-001) to help with removal of CF cards. Stylus slot...
  • Page 24: Booting Your Computer

    Booting Your Computer For DOS Applications 1. Apply power by pressing the [I/O] (Resume/Suspend) key or pressing the reset keys ([Gold], [Esc], [0]) simultaneously and holding for three seconds. The Power Status LED will light. 2. The default load on the card displays these choices: 1.
  • Page 25: Installing Windows Ce Components

    “Task Manager,” then searches for the “\Storage Card\Wince\WCESTART.INI” file. If the file is found, the contents of the file are parsed for any user application to launch and execute. If no applica- tion is found, “Task Manager” allows manual browsing of the files system and execution of programs.
  • Page 26: Running Windows Ce And The Demo Application

    7. Reset your computer when completed with the up- grade. Running Windows CE and the Demo Application Do the following to run the demo application using the Windows CE operating system: 1. Simultaneously press and hold the [GOLD], and [Esc], and [0] keys for at least 3 seconds to reset the 600 Series Computer.
  • Page 27: Panning

    3. Windows prompts you to accept the license agreement. Either Tab over, or tap on the I accept the agree- ment choice and then Next. 4. Key in the WIN 95 product ID number from the Cer- tificate of Authenticity document. 5.
  • Page 28 Panning Default Your hand-held computer comes from the factory with panning turned OFF. It is helpful to change the default to ON for setting up your system. After you are pleased with the way your application works change the default back to OFF.
  • Page 29: Downloading From Host Computer

    The below column on the left shows the lines of code altered to allow panning. The right column on the right shows the default changed for to enable the panning to occur. Setting Changed ;-- non-panning configuration ;FrameSeq=0xa000 ;HWModule=SC4_2BPP.d11 ;DisplayOrientation=1 ;DisplayColumns=240 ;DisplayRow=320 ;Panning=0...
  • Page 30: Opening Your Application

    Operation SECTION 2 Opening your Application Press the [I/O] (Resume/Suspend) key. Opening the application totally depends on your application definition. 2-12 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 31: Routine Care And Maintenance

    Routine Care and Maintenance " " " " " " " " " " Your Industrial Mobile Computer is designed to withstand normal use in harsh environments. Occasional maintenance is required to ensure trouble-free operation. The procedures in this section should help keep your computer in good working condition.
  • Page 32: Cleaning Your Computer

    Cleaning Your Computer Periodic cleaning helps maintain the appearance and reliability of your computer When cleaning your computer, inspect the keyboard, covers, display, connectors, and peripheral products for obvious signs of damage or wear. B CAUTION: Do not use any abrasive cleaning compounds, ketonic solvents (acetone or ketone) or aromatic solvents (toluene or xylene) to clean any part of your computer.
  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    " " " " " " " " " " Should you encounter difficulties in routine operation, printing, or communications, there are a few things you may be able to do to correct the problem. Refer to your applications (software user) manual for "...
  • Page 34 Condition The Power Status LED Starts Blinking Mobile Computer Will Not Power Up, Screen is Blank. Mobile Computer Will Not Turn ON When Placed In A Dock Mobile Computer Shuts Down During Operation. 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide Table 4-1 (continued) Basic Troubleshooting Solution...
  • Page 35: Related Publications

    Condition Mobile Computer Does Not Turn Mobile Computer Takes A Long Time To Boot Up After A Reset Related Publications http://www.intermec.com/manuals/manual.htm " 600 Series Dock Installation Instructions (P/N " 962-040-002) Table 4-1 (continued) Basic Troubleshooting Solution 1. May not turn OFF when it is connected to a charging device.
  • Page 36: Repair Service

    Troubleshooting SECTION 4 Repair Service Be sure to carefully pack the unit and include a description of the problem and the measures you took to correct it. If possible, include any printout (if applicable) or write down displayed error messages to illustrate the problem. 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 37: Connector Pin-Outs

    " " " " " " " " " " " 16-Pin Docking Connector Function Ethernet TXP Ethernet TXN Ethernet RXP Ethernet RXN No Connect Ground Ground RS-232 RxD Appendix A Connector Pin-Outs " " " " " " " "...
  • Page 38 Connector Pin-Outs APPENDIX A 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 39: Dos Utilities Program

    DOS Utilities Program " " " " " " " " " " NORAND UTILITIES PSROMOC Vx.xx COPYRIGHT 1994--1999 INTERMEC TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED [ENT]CONTINUE 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide Appendix B " " " " " " "...
  • Page 40: Drop-Down Lists

    keys to scroll through the list and press the [ENT] key to enter. Select one option each time. Press the [ESC] key to exit a pop-up menu. Drop-Down Lists Drop-down lists provide suboptions for a pop-up menu. Press the number of a suboption, or press the Y or B keys to scroll through the list and press the [ENT] key to enter.
  • Page 41: Alphanumeric Fields

    Alphanumeric Fields If your computer has a numeric keyboard, enter alphanu- meric data by pressing the A and " keys to scroll back and forth through the set of alphanumeric characters. After a character is selected, press the [ENT] key to enter that character.
  • Page 42: Title Screen

    Title Screen When you reboot or reset your computer, the Title Screen appears: Press the [ENT] key to continue. 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide NORAND UTILITIES PSROMOC Vx.xx COPYRIGHT 1994--1999 INTERMEC TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED [ENT]CONTINUE...
  • Page 43: Language Selection

    Language Selection " NOTE: The NORAND Utilities Program checks files for available language options. If no language resource files exist, you do not see this menu. If your application requires non-English languages, the Language Selection menu appears. English is the first op- tion, followed by up to nine additional options: Press the number of a language, or press the Y or B keys to scroll through the list, then press the [ENT] key to enter.
  • Page 44: Communications Menu

    Communications Menu " NOTE: The default is the NPCP RS-485 communication. " NOTE: If your computer does not support any of the features listed, the fol- lowing pop-up menu appears. Press the [ENT] key to continue: The “Communications Menu” appears after the “Title Screen:”...
  • Page 45: Option 1 Begin Comm Session

    Option 1 BEGIN COMM SESSION If you select Option 1, the computer repeats communica- tions until successful or you press the [ESC] key. " NOTE: If you press the [ESC] key, this verification window appears: " NOTE: This window may not appear immediately. For most communication settings, a session cannot be interrupted once it has started, so the [ESC] key is not processed until the next session is attempted.
  • Page 46 BEGIN COMM SESSION with NETWORK If you select the communications option and Option 2. COMM SETTINGS is set to NETWORK, this “Commu- nication Status” menu appears: While SIGNING ON is onscreen, STATUS: may appear with the status of the attempted connection. Refer to Session Status on page B-12 for meaning.
  • Page 47 If the session is unsuccessful, LAST SESSION appears with the failure status, such as “T803.” NORAND UTILITIES COMMUNICATIONS COMM SETTINGS: NRINET SERVER NAME CLIENT IP ADDRESS ROUTER SIGNING ON STATUS: LAST SESSION INVALID HOST NAME OR IP ADDRESS [ESC]STOP COMM 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0...
  • Page 48 BEGIN COMM SESSION with MODEM/DIRECT If you select the communications option and Option 2. COMM SETTINGS is set to MODEM/DIRECT, this “Com- munication Status” menu appears: " NOTE: The computer may stay at the “CONFIGURING” screen for about 20 seconds if a modem is not detected. If the session is unsuccessful, LAST SESSION appears with the failure status, such as “T289.”...
  • Page 49 APPENDIX B DOS Utilities Program BEGIN COMM SESSION with ACCESSORY CARD If you select the communications option and Option 2. COMM SETTINGS is set to ACCESSORY CARD, the system attempts to execute the application from a PC card. If the “MISSING SYSTEM FILES” message appears, press the [ENT] key to continue.
  • Page 50 Session Status The first single character code (“T”) is the session status, which applies to all COMM SETTINGS. There are five sta- tuses possible: “G” " “T” " “H” " “F” " “L” " The three digit number (“289”) indicates the specific proto- col error.
  • Page 51 “119” Invalid name number “120” No answer “121” Name not found “122” Name in use on remote adapter “123” Name deleted “124” Session ended abnormally “125” Name conflict “126” Incompatible remote device “133” Network interface is busy “134” Too many commands outstanding “135”...
  • Page 52 " NOTE: For response codes not listed above, if you purchased this modem from the Norand Mobile Systems Division of Intermec Technologies Corporation, contact Customer Response Center at 800-755-5505 (U.S.A. or Canada) or 425-356-1799. If this modem is not from the Norand Mobile Systems Division, con- tact your modem supplier.
  • Page 53 These error codes apply when COMM SETTINGS is set to NRINET: “0” No error “6” User aborted communications by pressing [ESC] key. “800” PC TCP/IP kernel is missing. “801” Invalid client IP address. Make sure the entry for CLIENT IP ADDRESS is correct, or make sure the DHCP server is running.
  • Page 54 “815” Could not access the network attach “816” An error occurred reading the network attach “817” Server did not respond to the connect request. “818” An error occurred reading the TCP/IP kernel “935” Operation would block. “939” Destination address required. “940”...
  • Page 55: If Using Psrom0C V2.Xx

    These error codes apply when COMM SETTINGS is set to TFTP: If using PSROM0C V2.xx: “0” No error. “1” PSROB0C.EXE could not be loaded. “6” User aborted communications by pressing [ESC] key. “100” TCP/IP kernel is missing. “101” Invalid client IP address. Ensure the entry for CLIENT IP ADDRESS is correct or ensure the DHCP server is running.
  • Page 56: Option 2 Comm Setting

    Option 2 COMM SETTING If you select this option, the “Communications Settings” drop-down list appears: Press the number of a communications settings, or press the Y or B keys to scroll through the list, then press the [ENT] key to enter. B-18 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide 1.
  • Page 57 Suboption 1 NETWORK If you select this suboption, a drop-down list appears with various networks: 1. NPCP RS485 2. NPCP RS232 3. NRINET 4. TFTP 5. NOVELL NETWARE Press the number of a network or press the Y or B keys to scroll through the list, then press the [ENT] key to enter.
  • Page 58 Suboption 2 MODEM/DIRECT If you select this suboption, the computer returns to the Communications Menu with the MODEM/DIRECT option assigned to Option 2. COMM SETTING: B-20 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide NORAND UTILITIES COMMUNICATIONS 1. BEGIN COMM SESSION 2.
  • Page 59 Suboption 3 ACCESSORY CARD Suboption 6 INTERSERVER If you select either of these suboptions, the computer re- turns to the Communications Menu with ACCESSORY CARD or INTERSERVER assigned to Option 2. COMM SETTING. NORAND UTILITIES COMMUNICATIONS 1. BEGIN COMM SESSION 2.
  • Page 60: Option 3 Unit Id

    Option 3 UNIT ID If you select this option, the “Change Unit ID” pop-up menu appears: Enter up to eight characters to change the Unit ID. Use the [ SP] key to backspace and use the [CLR] to restore the previous ID.
  • Page 61 NETWORK PARAMETERS with NRINET or TFTP If you select this option and Option 2. COMM SETTINGS is set to NRINET or TFTP, this “Network Parameters” pop- up menu appears: NETWORK PARAMETERS SERVER NAME SERVER IP ADDRESS CLIENT IP ADDRESS ROUTER SUBNET MASK [ESC]QUIT If you have an alphanumeric keyboard, press the characters...
  • Page 62: Option 4 Modem Parameters

    NETWORK PARAMETERS with NOVELL NETWARE If you select this option and Option 2. COMM SETTINGS is set to NOVELL NETWARE, this frame type drop-down list appears: Press the number of a frame type, or press the Y or B keys to scroll through the list and press the [ENT] key to enter.
  • Page 63 If you select drop-option OTHER EXTERNAL or " OTHER INTERNAL, the “Modem Init String” pop-up menu appears: a. Enter the initialization string of the modem you are using. Refer to your modem’s reference manual for information. " NOTE: Use A and " keys on numeric keyboards to scroll the alphanumeric character set.
  • Page 64 " NOTE: Testing the modem initialization string is optional. To test the modem string, do the following: " a. Press the [F2] key. The computer replies with “PLEASE WAIT” and tests the string: Momentarily, the computer displays the modem’s response: "...
  • Page 65 Suboption 2 PROTOCOL If you select this suboption, a drop-down list of available protocols appears: " NOTE: TTY is the only protocol currently supported. Press the number of a protocol, or press the Y or B keys to scroll through the list, then press the [ENT] key to enter. The computer returns to the “Modem Parameters”...
  • Page 66: Option 5 Network Interface

    Suboption 4 DATA FORMAT If you select this suboption, the “Data Format” drop-down list appears: Press the number of a data format, or press the Y or B keys to scroll through the list, then press the [ENT] key to enter.
  • Page 67: Option 5 Phone Number

    Option 5 PHONE NUMBER Phone Number appears as Option 5 when Option 2. COMM SETTINGS is set to MODEM/DIRECT. If you select this option, the “Phone Number” pop-up menu appears: PHONE NUMBER 9...13193693282 [ . ]DIALING PAUSE [ENT]OK [ESC]QUIT Enter up to 16 characters. Use the [¬SP] key to back- space;...
  • Page 68: Option 9 Advanced Utilities

    Option 9 ADVANCED UTILITIES If you select this option, the “Advanced Utilities” menu ap- pears: Press the number of an advanced utility option, or press the Y or B keys to scroll through the list, then press the [ENT] key to enter. "...
  • Page 69 Suboption 1 SET DATE/TIME If you select this suboption, the “Set Date/Time” pop-up menu appears: SET DATE/TIME DATE: 01/20/80 TIME: 23:12:04 [ESC]QUIT Enter numbers for the month, day, year (1980--2079), hour, minute, and second (up to 23:59:59). Press the [ENT] key after each entry.
  • Page 70 MAIN PACK: " “OK” " “LOW” " “CRITICAL” " “CHARGING” " “MISSING” " VOLTAGE: " CHARGER: " B-32 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide Status of the main battery pack: Battery operating properly. Power running low, needs recharging. Power dangerously low, recharge soon or lose all data.
  • Page 71 " " " " " " " " " " Applet Small applications, typically bundled with the operating system. Boot Default Drive The drive from which the computer will boot. Button An object that can be clicked, selected, or unselected in your windows.
  • Page 72 A symbol on the computer desktop that graphically represents the purpose or function of an application or file. Industrial Mobile Computer (IMC) A generic acronym for a Intermec Industrial Mobile Computer, including the 600 Series. Laser Scanner A method of reading bar codes that uses a coherent light consisting of one frequency with high density of energy.
  • Page 73 Network A computer data communications system which interconnects computer systems at various sites. NMSD NORAND Mobile Systems Division of Intermec Technologies Corporation. Norand Utilities A program that provides the basic functions needed to prepare the computer for use, including program load and data communications.
  • Page 74 GLOSSARY Stylus A pen-shaped device, used for input on a touch screen by tapping or sliding. TCOM or Telecom Telecommunications. Terminal Circuit terminating device such as a industrial mobile computer. Tethered A device requiring a cable between the computer and the scanner.
  • Page 75 " " " " " " " " " " " Connectors, A-1 8-pin docking connector, A-1 Adjust contrast, 1-6 Contrast adjust, 1-6 Backlight, 1-6 Demo application, Windows CE, OFF, 1-6 ON, 1-6 Display options, touch screen, Battery, 1-6 charging, 2-2 Downloading from host, 2-11 lithium ion, 1-6 low battery indication, 3-1...
  • Page 76 INDEX Touch screen display, 1-6 Troubleshooting table, 4-1 Turning the backlight OFF, 1-6 Turning the backlight ON, 1-6 communications menu subop- Utilities program, B-1 communications menu, B-6 communications menu op- tions ADVANCED UTILITIES, B-30 BEGIN COMM SESSION, Index-2 600 Series Industrial Mobile Computer User’s Guide COMM SETTING, B-18 OTHER EXTERNAL, B-25 MODEM PARAMETERS,...

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