Intermec PEN*KEY 6632 User Manual
Intermec PEN*KEY 6632 User Manual

Intermec PEN*KEY 6632 User Manual

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PN: 961-028-103
Revision A
August 1998

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  • Page 1 R R 6632 Pen Computer PEN*KEY USER’S GUIDE " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " " PN: 961-028-103 Revision A...
  • Page 2 Intermec Technologies Corporation, and shall be returned to Intermec Technologies Corporation upon written request. If a purchase, license, or nondisclosure agreement has been executed, the terms of that agreement shall govern this document.
  • Page 3 " NOTICE This equipment meets Class B digital device limits per Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits protect against interference in a residential area. It emits, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If you do not install and use the equipment according to its instructions, it may interfere with radio signals.
  • Page 4 " de la fuite. CAUTION: Intermec Technologies Corporation suggests you buy cables from us to connect with other devices. Our cables are safe, meet FCC rules, and suit our products. Other cables may not be tested. They may cause problems from electrostatic discharge or induced energy. Our...
  • Page 5 Intermec Technologies Corporation recommends that you only purchase Norand Mobile Systems Division certified modems. Intermec does not certify all modems available in the marketplace. Intermec does not warrant noncertified modems; furthermore, these modems may cause problems from electrostatic discharge and may not conform to FCC regulations.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    ........PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide CONTENTS "...
  • Page 8 ..........General Information Software Included with the 6632 Pen Computer Windows 95...
  • Page 9 ....... . . Connecting Speakers/Microphone/Headset PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide CONTENTS .
  • Page 10 ......... . . Infrared communications do not work. PC Cards Do Not Function (in MS--DOS Mode) FIGURES Figure 1-1 The PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer Figure 1-2 Top Cover Figure 1-3 Locking the Top Cover Figure 1-4 Top Cover Stand...
  • Page 11: Figure 1-9 Side View

    ......Figure 5-1 Printer/Floppy Drive Connectors Figure 5-1 Side View Connections PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide CONTENTS 4-15 .
  • Page 13: Overview

    " " " " " Overview Using the Pen Computer for the First Time Software Operating the Pen Computer Connecting Peripheral Equipment Troubleshooting PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Section 1 Overview " " " " " " " "...
  • Page 14: Summary Of Sections

    Overview Summary of Sections Section 1, General Information Provides a general description of the Pen*Key 6632 Pen Computer, including its main functions. Section 2, Using the Pen Computer for the First Time Provides a step--by--step explanation of how to set up and operate the pen computer so that you can begin to use it quickly.
  • Page 15: Section 6, Troubleshooting

    SECTION 1 Overview Section 6, Troubleshooting This section explains what to check if the pen computer does not operate correctly. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 16: Overview

    Overview Overview The PEN*KEY The PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer The PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer is a compact, light- weight mobile computer. It features: Windows 95 operating system, and supports a variety " of commercial software development environments. Sophisticated power management functions that conserve "...
  • Page 17 480 dots that can display up to 65,536 colors. Numeric keypad input " Accepts pen input thanks to its highly effective hand- " writing recognition capabilities. Support for IrDA for infrared communications. " PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Overview...
  • Page 18: Computer Description

    Opening the Top Cover Perform the procedure described below to open the top cover. 1. Slide open the lock located on the top cover of the pen computer, then open the cover. Lock Figure 1-2 Top Cover PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 19: Lock

    Do not block the air vents on the bottom of the pen computer with the top cover for an extended period of time. Doing so could cause the internal temperature of the pen computer to rise, resulting in damage to it. Lock Figure 1-3 PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Overview...
  • Page 20: Figure 1-4 Top Cover Stand

    The stands can be adjusted so that the pen computer stands at an angle of 35_ or 55_. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Figure 1-4 Top Cover Stand SECTION 1...
  • Page 21: Removing The Top Cover

    Slide the release lever in the direction indicated by the " arrow, then release the top cover. To re-attach the top cover, simply reverse the process " by which you removed it. Figure 1-5 Top Cover Release Lever PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Overview...
  • Page 22: Figure 1-6 Removing The Top Cover

    Removing the Top Cover B CAUTION: When carrying the pen computer, be careful not to let it bump into things. Bumping the display in particular can damage the LCD. 1-10 PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Figure 1-6 SECTION 1...
  • Page 23: Front View

    " NOTE: WAIT AT LEAST 10 SECONDS BEFORE PRESSING THE POWER BUTTON AGAIN AFTER PLACING THE PEN COMPUTER INTO “SUSPEND.” Figure 1-7 Front View PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Overview 1-11...
  • Page 24 If pressing the RESET switch also fails to turn off the power, the pen computer is malfunctioning. Disconnect the AC adapter and the internal battery pack, and then contact your sales representa- tive or an Intermec service center. 1-12 PEN*KEY...
  • Page 25: Power Lamp

    B CAUTION: Do not place a floppy disk, hard disk, or other magnetic media on top of the speaker. The magnet in the speaker could damage data on the disk. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Overview 1-13...
  • Page 26: Pen Stylus

    B CAUTION: Use only the pen provided. Do not use a wood pencil, mechanical pencil, or any other sharp object. Doing so will scratch the screen. 1-14 PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Figure 1-8 Pen Removal SECTION 1...
  • Page 27: Side View

    SECTION 1 Overview Side View Figure 1-9 Side View PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide 1-15...
  • Page 28: Rear View

    PDA (personal digital assistant), or certain other computers and IR printers. " NOTE: The PEN*KEY 6632 infrared communications capabilities cannot be used while the floppy disk drive is operating, and vice versa. " NOTE: If the infrared communications port is dirty, wipe it with a dry, soft cloth.
  • Page 29: Bottom View

    The air vents allow the pen computer to dissipate internal heat. Do not block these vents with the top cover, or other materials, for an extended period of time. Memory expansion cover Figure 1-11 Bottom View PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Overview Battery pack cover 1-17...
  • Page 30: Reset Switch

    RESET switch " NOTE: If the RESET switch is pressed, any data in memory is lost. 1-18 PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Figure 1-12 Reset Switch SECTION 1...
  • Page 31: Ac Adapter/Recharger

    10 seconds, and then plug it back in. If this lamp still flashes, a malfunction has occurred. Disconnect the AC adapter/recharger and the battery packs, and then con- tact your sales representative or an Intermec service center. Figure 1-13 AC Adapter/Recharger PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 32: Internal/External Battery Pack Charging Lamps

    AC adapter/recharger, wait at least 10 seconds, and then plug it back in. If any of the lamps still flashes, a mal- function has occurred. Disconnect the AC adapter/recharger and the battery packs, and then contact your Intermec service center. 1-20 PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 33: Using The Pen Computer For The First Time

    " " " " " " " " " " " This section provides essential information that you need to know before using the pen computer and also explains the necessary start up procedures. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 34: Connecting The Ac Adapter/Recharger

    AC power supply, always have at least one battery pack installed if possible. (Refer to “Battery Packs” on page 4-1.) PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide 6632 Pen Computer to the AC adapter connector SECTION 1...
  • Page 35: Figure 2-1 Ac Adapter/Recharger

    SECTION 2 Using the Pen Computer for the First Time Figure 2-1 AC Adapter/Recharger PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 36: Stylus Pen Input

    Using the Pen Computer for the First Time Stylus Pen Input The PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer is equipped with a pen stylus to select items displayed on the LCD screen and to input text and drawings. Selecting an Item (pointing) To select an item, press the pen on the item to be selected and then remove the pen, without moving it on the display.
  • Page 37: System Startup

    [--] closes up the keyboard so that only the icon is displayed. Using the Pen Computer for the First Time Figure 2-2 Pen Operation PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 38 5. Indicate your acceptance of the licensing terms for using Windows 95. 6. Make environment settings, such as the printer, date and time, etc. After completing the setup process, restart your system. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide SECTION 2...
  • Page 39: Software

    PEN*KEY Software Included with the 6632 Pen Computer The 6632 pen computer hard disk is preconfigured with the operating system and software before it is shipped from the factory. The folders on the hard disk are organized as shown below.
  • Page 40: Windows 95

    Compared to the MS--DOS prompt, MS--DOS mode offers better compatibility with MS--DOS applications. " NOTE: For details on the MS- -DOS prompt and MS- -DOS mode, refer to the Windows 95 Help function. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide SECTION 1...
  • Page 41: Windows 95 Help

    A list of help topics is displayed when you tap on “Help” in the Start menu. The window changes to a search window if you tap on either the “Contents” or the “Keyword” tab at the top of the dialog box. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Software...
  • Page 42: Contents

    Use this to find information from a list of topics grouped by area. Keyword Use this to input the first few letters of the target word and to search for the desired information from an alphabetized list of keywords. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 43: Help Regarding Items On The Screen

    Help Regarding Items on the Screen If a window has a [?] button, you can use it to see explanations of various items on the screen. Tap [?] and then tap the item in question. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 44: Changing The Screen Background

    " NOTE: Because the 1.6 million-color wallpapers use a lot of memory, some application software might not run if one of these is selected. In that event, specify a different type of wallpaper. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide SECTION 3...
  • Page 45: Setup Utility

    CMOS RAM will be lost. The backup battery can be recharged in about eight hours, either by installing a fully charged battery pack (PN:871-006-020) in the pen computer, or by connecting the AC adapter/recharger. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Software...
  • Page 46: Pen*Key Tool

    Windows 95 taskbar, if they are displayed. When the system is running off of AC power: Tap the PEN*KEY tool in the Program menu under " the Start menu. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide SECTION 3...
  • Page 47: Adjusting The Backlight And Checking The Remaining Battery Capacity

    ”right mouse button” on the rear of the pen computer while pressing [LEFT ARROW] and [RIGHT ARROW]. However, there are some cases where the brightness cannot be set in this manner, and the setting cannot be saved. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Software...
  • Page 48: Suspend Execution

    Software SECTION 3 Suspend Execution 1. Tap the Suspend Execution tab. 2. Tap the circle in front of “Suspend.” 3. Tap “Execute Suspend.” 4. The suspend operation is executed. 3-10 PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 49: Changing The Numeric Keypad Assignments

    6. After confirming the key to be changed, the type, and the assigned key, tap “Execute.” To redo any of the selections, tap [STOP]. " NOTE: The changed assignments will still be in effect the next time the system is started up. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Software 3-11...
  • Page 50: Checking The Version Of The Pen*Key Tool

    Tap either “OK” or “Cancel” at the bottom of the PEN*KEY tool screen. CIC Handwriting Recognition The Handwriter preinstalled on the PEN*KEY 6632 and is used with soft- ware products enabled for handwriting recognition and ver- ification. The HRS is supported by Windows for Pen Computing or Windows 95 Pen Services.
  • Page 51: Operating The Pen Computer

    When charging more than one battery pack, the battery pack in the pen computer is charged first. " " " " " " " " " " PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Section 4 " " " " " " " " 6632...
  • Page 52: Figure 4-1 Battery Pack Capacity Check

    Because the battery packs are still not fully charged after the lamps turn off, allow charging to continue for at least an additional hour. Figure 4-1 Battery Pack Capacity Check PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 53: Charging Battery Packs In The Ac Adapter/Recharger

    About 3.5 hours are required to charge two fully discharged battery packs. Operating the Pen Computer Figure 4-2 Inserting the Battery PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 54: Figure 4-3 Charging Batteries In The Pen Computer

    (with a battery pack already installed in the pen com- puter). 3. The internal battery pack charging lamp lights orange. 4. When charging is complete, the charging lamp turns off. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Figure 4-3 SECTION 4...
  • Page 55: Figure 4-4 Charging Battery Packs

    " NOTE: The battery packs in the pen computer are always charged first. Operating the Pen Computer Figure 4-4 Charging Battery Packs PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 56: Installing The Battery Pack

    B CAUTION: Always be sure to use the specified type of battery pack (PN: 871-006-020). " NOTE: To remove the battery pack, simply reverse the installation procedure. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Figure 4-5 Inserting the Battery SECTION 4...
  • Page 57: Remaining Battery Pack Capacity Display

    2. The remaining capacity of each is indicated by the following colors: Light blue: 100% to 75% " Yellow: 75% to 50% " Red: 50% to 0% " Operating the Pen Computer Figure 4-6 PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 58 " NOTE: If a battery pack is being recharged, the display of the remaining battery capacity will not be accurate. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide SECTION 4...
  • Page 59: Insufficient Remaining Battery Pack Capacity

    Afterwards, do not turn on the pen computer power until you have either connected the AC adapter/recharger or you have installed a fully charged battery pack. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 60: Charging And Operating Times

    In order to prevent the batteries from deteriorating, they should be charged at least once every six months, even if they are not being to be used. 4-10 PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Charging Time Operating Time (from fully de- (from fully...
  • Page 61: Pc Cards

    ATA device is removed from the pen computer ’s PC card slot, it does not require an external power supply in order to retain its internal data. Operating the Pen Computer PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide 4-11...
  • Page 62: Sram Memory Card

    Even when a flash memory card is removed from the pen computer ’s PC card slot, it does not require an external power supply in order to retain its in- ternal data. 4-12 PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide SECTION 4...
  • Page 63: Inserting A Pc Card

    PC cards requiring COM3 port should have the “”COM Port” setting disabled in the advanced menu setup utility. PC cards requiring COM4 port should have the “”IR Port” disabled in the advancd menu setup utility. Operating the Pen Computer PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide 4-13...
  • Page 64: Figure 4-7 Inserting The Pc Card

    2. Insert the card into the slot, pushing it in as far as it will go. 3. When the card is inserted, the eject button pops out. Inserting the PC Card 4-14 PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide Insert the card with the manufacturer’s label facing up. Figure 4-7 SECTION 4...
  • Page 65: Removing A Pc Card

    5) Press the PC card slot eject button. When the edge " of the card pops out of the slot, pull out the card and store it properly. Operating the Pen Computer Figure 4-8 Card Eject Button PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide 4-15...
  • Page 66 Operating the Pen Computer SECTION 4 4-16 PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 67: Connecting Peripheral Equipment

    This chapter explains how to connect peripheral devices to the PEN*KEY 6632 pen computer. Practically any peripheral devices that can be connected to a serial port, a parallel port, or a PS/2 port can be connected to the pen computer, including a printer, a keyboard, and a mouse.
  • Page 68: Notes On Handling The Equipment

    In order to prevent the batteries from deteriorating, they should be charged at least once every six months, even if they are not going to be used. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide SECTION 1...
  • Page 69: Connecting Peripheral Equipment

    3. Connect the cable for the peripheral device to the pen terminal. 4. Tighten the two screws on the cable connector. 5. Turn on the power for both the pen computer and the peripheral device. Connecting Peripheral Equipment Parallel Port Figure 5-1 PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 70: Serial Devices

    The settings for the pen computer’s serial port depend on the settings made by the Setup utility. When connecting a serial mouse to the serial port, set “COM Port” to “COM1” in the “Advanced” menu of the Setup utility. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 71: Connectors

    3. Connect the cable for the peripheral device to the pen computer connector or jack. 4. Turn on the power for both the pen computer and the peripheral device. Connecting Peripheral Equipment Figure 5-1 Side View Connections PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 72: Keyboard/Mouse

    Doing so will cause erratic opera- tion. Connecting Speakers/Microphone/Headset " NOTE: If external stereo speakers are connected to the pen computer, the audio will be output from the right channel only. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide SECTION 5...
  • Page 73: Troubleshooting

    " " " " " Sometimes, a careful check will reveal that what you thought was a malfunction actually was not. Before requesting repairs, carefully consult this section and try to resolve the problem. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 74: The Display Is Blank

    The system will not start up. Confirm that the floppy disk in the floppy disk drive, if " any, contains the operating system. Confirm that the system files have not been deleted " from the hard disk. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide SECTION 1...
  • Page 75: The Correct Date And Time Are Not Displayed

    Use the Date and Time command of the operating sys- " tem to correct the date and time. If the correct date and time are still not displayed, " contact your dealer and have the backup battery on the system board replaced. Troubleshooting PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 76: Data Cannot Be Written To Or Read From A Floppy Disk

    Change floppy disks. Check the operation of the floppy disk drive. If the " floppy disk still cannot be used even after trying the solutions described above, contact your dealer. PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide SECTION 6...
  • Page 77: Data Cannot Be Written To Or Read From The Hard Disk

    Confirm that the device is installed properly. Refer to " Section 5, “Connecting Peripheral Equipment.” Confirm that the device driver required by the expan- " sion device has been installed in the system. Troubleshooting PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 78: Output Cannot Be Directed To The Printer

    Confirm that paper has been loaded in the printer " properly. Confirm that under Integrated Peripherals in the Ad- " vanced menu of the Setup utility, “Parallel Port” is set to “Bi--directional.” PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide SECTION 6...
  • Page 79: The Device Connected To The Rs--232C Connector Does Not

    When attempting communications with a PDA (per- " sonal digital assistant) device, confirm that there are batteries in the PDA and that it is set to “personal computer linking” mode. Troubleshooting PEN*KEY...
  • Page 80: Pc Cards Do Not Function (In Ms--Dos Mode)

    This is because COM1 is already used by other pen computer devices. Use the Setup utility to change the COM port settings. When a PC card uses COM3, set the “COM Port” item to “Disabled.” PEN*KEY 6632 Pen Computer User’s Guide SECTION 6...

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