Page 2 LXE Inc. reserves the right to make improvements or changes in the products described in this guide at any time without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this document to assure its accuracy, LXE assumes no liability resulting from any errors or omissions in this document, or from the use of the information contained herein.
Page 3: Revision Notice
Updated graphics. Updated Connecting the Battery and Ring Scanner. Removed references to Creating Custom Key Maps. Added Continuous Scan Mode. Removed Copy the HX2 LXEbook to the HX2. Added HX2-3 Options control panel. Updated Keypad Control Panel. Updated Scanner | Barcode tab panel to add Continuous Scan.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Assembly ... 21 Connecting the Battery ...21 Connecting the Ring Scanner...22 Attaching the Rubber Boot ...23 Slipping the HX2 into the Voice Case...24 Connecting the Audio Cable and a Headset...25 Adjust Microphone and Secure the Cable...25 Tapping the Power Key... 26 Power Key Functions...26...
Page 6 Checking Battery Status...27 Tapping the Touchscreen with a Stylus ... 28 Calibrating the Touchscreen ... 28 HX2 Keypads ... 29 Inserting Characters Using the Input Panel...29 Using the Alpha Mode 3 Tap Keypad ...29 Using the Dual Alpha Keypad ...30 Keypad Icons and the Dual Alpha Keypad ...30...
Page 7 Features ...66 The Triple Tap Keypad ...67 Features ...67 Touchscreen ... 68 Batteries ... 69 Checking Battery Status...69 HX2 Status LED and the Batteries...69 Main Battery Pack...69 Battery Hotswapping ...70 Low Battery Warning...70 Backup Battery...70 Handling Batteries Safely ...71 HX2 Multi-Charger (Optional) ... 71 Charging Pocket LEDs ...71...
Page 8 Settings | Control Panel Options ... 90 About ...92 Accessibility...93 Administration – For AppLock ...93 Battery...94 Bluetooth...95 Bluetooth Devices ...96 Settings...98 Turn Off Bluetooth Button ...98 Options ...98 About...99 Pairing and Auto-Reconnect ...100 Certificates ...100 Date/Time...101 HX2 Reference Guide Table of Contents E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 9 ActiveSync / Get Connected Process ... 132 Introduction...132 Initial Install ...133 Install ActiveSync on Desktop/Laptop...133 USB Connection...134 Connect – Initial Install Process...134 Change Connection Parameters ...134 Backup HX2 Files...135 Prerequisites ...135 Connect ...136 Explore...136 Disconnect ...136 E-EQ-HX2RG-D HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 10 Enable Code ID...168 Barcode – Symbology Settings ...169 Strip Leading/Trailing Control ...171 Barcode Data Match List...172 Barcode Data Match Edit Buttons...172 Match List Rules ...173 Add Prefix/Suffix Control...174 Barcode – Ctrl Char Mapping ...175 HX2 Reference Guide Table of Contents E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 11 Download a Root CA Certificate ...220 Installing a Root CA Certificate on the Mobile Device ...222 User Certificates...224 Generating a User Certificate for the HX2...224 Installing a User Certificate on the HX2 (WPA-TLS Only) ...229 HAPTER Introduction ... 233 Setup a New Device ... 235 Creating Hot Key and Switch Key Sequences...
Page 12 Passwords ... 239 Multi-Application Configuration... 240 Application Panel...240 Global Key and the HX2 with an Alpha Mode 3 Tap Keypad...241 Launch Button...242 Auto At Boot ...242 Auto Re-Launch ...243 Manual (Launch)...243 Allow Close...244 Match...244 Internet / End-user Internet Explorer (EUIE)...244 Security Panel ...245...
Page 13 Figure 1-11 Cable – Audio, Battery and HX2 Connectors ...15 Figure 1-12 Cable – Laser Ring Scanner and HX2 Connector...15 Figure 1-13 Cable – Imager Ring Scanner and HX2 Connector ...15 Figure 1-14 HX2 Standard and HX2 Extended Battery...16 Figure 1-15 Mounting Brackets ...17 Figure 1-16 Armband and Hip Flip Mount Assembly and Clips ...17...
Page 14 Figure 3-43 System – Device Name ...128 Figure 3-44 System – Copyrights ...129 Figure 3-45 Volume & Sounds...130 Figure 3-46 Connect ActiveSync Cable to HX2 Cradle Connector...133 Figure 3-47 ActiveSync Connection Settings on a Windows PC ...135 Figure 3-48 Avalanche Enabler Opening Screen ...144 Figure 3-49 Avalanche Enabler Connection Options...147...
Page 15 Figure 5-32 Import Certificate From a File...222 Figure 5-33 Browsing to Certificate Location ...223 Figure 5-34 Logon to Certificate Authority ...224 Figure 5-35 Certificate Services Welcome Screen...224 Figure 5-36 Request a Certificate Type...225 Figure 5-37 Advanced Certificate Request Screen ...225 E-EQ-HX2RG-D HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 16 Figure 6-4 Application Panel – Multi-Application ...240 Figure 6-5 Application Launch Options ...242 Figure 6-6 Security Panel – Multi-Application...245 Figure 6-7 Options Panel – Multi-Application ...246 Figure 6-8 Status Panel – Multi-Application ...247 Figure 6-9 Switchpad Menu...249 HX2 Reference Guide Table of Contents E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 17: Chapter 1 Introduction
The adaptable armbands can be worn close to the elbow or near the wrist. The primary data inputs are a keypad or a ring scanner. The HX2 is voice ready. Voice can also be used as an input with 3 feedback generated by the mobile device and delivered through an internal speaker or audio headset.
Page 18: When To Use This Guide
Use this reference guide as you would any other source book – reading portions to learn about the HX2, and then referring to it when you need more information about a particular subject. This guide takes you through all aspects of installation and configuration for the LXE HX2.
Page 19: Important Battery Information
HX2 backup battery will last for up to 15 minutes. If the backup battery is fully discharged, the HX2 will reset as soon as it is docked in a powered cradle, and the Power button is pressed, or connected to a fully charged tethered battery.
Page 20: Document Conventions
Keyword that indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. DANGER Keyword that indicates a imminent hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. HX2 Reference Guide Overview E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 21: Getting Started
Getting Started Note: The sequence of steps in Getting Started must also be completed when the HX2 returns from a Cold Boot and when a new OS version is loaded. The wireless client, flash card, virtual keyboard and scanner parameters may also need to be reset after a cold reset.
Page 22: Quick Start Troubleshooting
Bluetooth relationships establish or re-establish. When the desktop appears or an application begins, the HX2 is ready for use. The HX2 default keypad on all HX2s shipped prior to September 2007. Setup requires no user interaction. Set as the default keypad when the Dual Alpha or Triple Tap keypad has been shipped.
Page 23: Access Terminal Emulation Parameters
All user changes and settings are lost. E-EQ-HX2RG-D | Programs, run LXE RFTerm® or tap the RFTerm icon on the desktop. | Run | then type Warmboot. Tap OK. | Run | then type CTL RESTART=1 and tap the OK | Restart.
Page 24: Wearable Device Assembly
• Slide the battery into the battery sleeve on the armband. • Snap all tethered devices to the connectors at the back of the HX2. See Connecting the Battery and Ring Scanner and Connecting the Audio Cable and a Headset.
Page 25: Hip Flip
Slide the battery into the battery sleeve on the hip flip. • Snap all tethered devices to the connectors at the back of the HX2. See Connecting the Battery and Ring Scanner and Connecting the Audio Cable and a Headset. •...
Page 26: Components
(on an armband or hip flip) and positioned at the top of the figure. Note: New batteries must be charged prior to use. The backup battery is continually recharged by the tethered battery. HX2 Reference Guide Components E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 27: Front
System Status LED Microphone Bluetooth LED See Also: System Status LEDs and HX2 Keypads later in this chapter. Alpha Mode LED not used with the Dual Alpha Keypad and the Triple Tap Keypad. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Figure 1-3 Front – Three Keypad Versions...
Page 28: Back
Before connecting cables to the back, make sure the battery sleeve on the armband is uppermost or the left/right directions that follow won’t work. Left Arm Use Right Arm Use HX2 Reference Guide Figure 1-4 Back Ring Scanner Tether cable channel Retaining Clip for Ring Scanner Tether Connector...
Page 29: Hx2 Connectors
See Cables. Cradle Connection Connector 3 is at the base of the HX2. It connects to the Cradle. When the HX2 is in a powered cradle, the HX2 receives external power through the Cradle connector. USB Keyboard or USB Mouse input is received through the Cradle connector (see figure above) when the HX2 is in a cradle.
Page 30: Tethered Ring Scanner / Imager
Tethered Ring Scanner / Imager HX2 Reference Guide Figure 1-7 Laser Ring Scanner Figure 1-8 Imager Ring Scanner Laser /Imager Scan Aperture Scan-in-Progress LED HX2 Connector Scan button (Trigger) Figure 1-9 Ring Scanner/Imager Components E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 31: Cables
Cables Figure 1-10 Cable – Battery and HX2 Connectors Figure 1-11 Cable – Audio, Battery and HX2 Connectors Figure 1-12 Cable – Laser Ring Scanner and HX2 Connector Figure 1-13 Cable – Imager Ring Scanner and HX2 Connector E-EQ-HX2RG-D HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 32: Li-Ion Battery
Li-Ion Battery Main battery charging is handled exclusively by the HX2 Multi-Charger/analyzer and the battery charger integrated into a powered HX2 cradle. The Standard battery is much thinner than the Extended battery. Each battery will fit in the battery sleeve on an armband, hip flip and the voice case.
Page 33: Mounting Bracket Clips
Remove the HX2 from the mount assembly by pushing down on either mounting clip, or both, until the HX2 mounting bracket disconnects. Or you can disconnect from one clip, then lift the HX2 up at a 45 degree angle until the other side disconnects. Lift the HX2 up and away from the mount assembly.
Page 34: Mounting Devices
Put this side of the strap on the inside, against the arm Put this side of the strap on the outside Components Armband – Top View 1 HX2 Mounting Bracket 2 Bracket Clips 3 Battery Sleeve 4 Stylus Holder 5 Arm Strap Brackets Armband –...
Page 35: Hip Flip
There is very little change to armband straps, assembly and mounting instructions when using the Low Profile Armband. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Figure 1-19 Hip Flip and Belt HX2 Mounting Bracket on Hip Flip Mounting Bracket Clips A Belt inside the Belt Loop Brace (Adjustable)
Page 36: System Status Leds
Tap the screen or press any key (except the Power button) to turn the display on again. The HX2 is not in Suspend Mode. Main Battery Low. If the main battery is not replaced with a fully charged battery before the main battery fails, the HX2 is turned Off.
Page 37: Assembly
When you want to switch connectors from left to right, or vice versa, first gently press downward on the Retaining Clip, then pinch and pull the cable connector (not the cable!) straight up and away from the HX2. Do not use a metal object, or extreme force, to remove the cable connector from the HX2.
Page 38: Connecting The Ring Scanner
When you want to switch connectors from left to right, or vice versa, first gently press downward on the Retaining Clip, then pinch and pull the cable connector (not the cable!) straight up and away from the HX2. Do not use a metal object, or extreme force, to remove the cable connector from the HX2.
Page 39: Attaching The Rubber Boot
Note: Remove the rubber boot when placing the HX2 in a voice case. The rubber boot slips over the front and halfway down the sides of the HX2, leaving the touch screen, keypad, LXE logo and the HX2 logo visible.
Page 40: Slipping The Hx2 Into The Voice Case
1. Slide the belt through the belt loop on the voice case. Do not put the belt on yet. 2. Attach the battery cable, ring scanner and audio device to the HX2. 3. Slip the HX2 into the voice case. Be sure the screen and keypad are visible through the clear window of the voice case.
Page 41: Connecting The Audio Cable And A Headset
Snap the battery plug into the battery cable connector at the top of the battery. Press the battery/audio connector into either left or right connector on the back of the HX2. The retaining clip will snap into place and secure the cable connection. Place the cable in the cable groove.
Page 42: Tapping The Power Key
The Power key is a round button located above the F4 key. When a battery is connected to the HX2 for the first time press the Power key. The mobile device begins the startup process. Wait until the Windows CE desktop appears.
Page 43: Cold Boot
• Wireless Client configuration will need to be completed by the System Administrator. • Required mappable keys will need to be configured. For example, there is no Shift, Alt or Del key (or their equivalent) available using the HX2 default keypad setting. • Optional software Administrator.
Page 44: Tapping The Touchscreen With A Stylus
A “right mouse click” function must be programmed into the customer application to accept a constant stream of left mouse click messages. An application can choose to interpret this stream of messages as a right mouse click. LXE does not support non-LXE application programming.
Page 45: Hx2 Keypads
The Alpha and Blue keys do not auto-repeat. The default timeout for Alpha keys is 0.15 second. • When using a sequence of keys that require an alphabet key, first press the Alpha key to force Alpha mode on the numeric keys. See Alpha Modifier Key in the HX2 Reference Guide.
Page 46: Using The Dual Alpha Keypad
Keypad Icons and the Dual Alpha Keypad When the HX2 has a Dual Alpha keypad, a modifier key icon is displayed in the taskbar. The icon looks like a small cube. The sides of the icon change color when a modifier key is pressed.
Page 47: Using The Triple Tap Keypad
Keypad Icons and the Triple Tap Keypad When the HX2 has a Triple Tap keypad, a modifier key icon is displayed in the taskbar. The icon looks like a small cube. The sides of the icon change color when a modifier key is pressed. See Appendix A –...
Page 48: Bluetooth
Tap the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar, on the desktop, or in the Control Panel to open the LXEZ Pairing application. Bluetooth is an option and may not be available on all HX2s. The HX2 default Bluetooth hardware setting is On.
Page 49: Settings Tab | Bluetooth Options
These options can still be checked or unchecked whether Bluetooth is enabled or disabled. As Bluetooth devices pair with the HX2, the name of the device and an icon representing the type of device is displayed in the Devices window. The icon state changes as the paired Bluetooth devices connect and disconnect from the HX2.
Page 50: Subsequent Use
5. Tap Pair as Scanner to set up the HX2 to receive scanner data. 6. Tap Pair as Printer to set up the HX2 to send data to the printer. 7. If paired, tap Disconnect to stop pairing with the device. Tap Delete to remove the device name and data from the HX2 Bluetooth Devices list.
Page 51: Bluetooth Devices
The Bluetooth LED is located next to the Right Arrow key on the keypad. The Bluetooth LED blinks slowly when it is idle. Blinks quickly when the HX2 is discovering other Bluetooth devices. And blinks normally when it is connected. There may be audible or visual signals from paired devices as they re-connect with the HX2.
Page 52: Bluetooth Mobile Barcode Reader Setup
1. Scan the Bluetooth address barcode label, attached to the HX2, with the LXE Bluetooth mobile scanner. 2. If this is the first time the Bluetooth scanner has scanned the HX2 Bluetooth Address Barcode label, the devices are paired. If not, go to the next step.
Page 53: Hx2 Without Label
Bluetooth Note: After scanning the HX2 Bluetooth label, if there is no beep and no LED flash from the Bluetooth device, the devices are currently paired. HX2 without Label If the HX2 Bluetooth address barcode label does not exist, follow these steps to create a unique...
Page 54: Bluetooth Printer Setup
Contact LXE Support for assistance. Bluetooth Printer Setup The Bluetooth managed device should be as close as possible, in direct line of sight, with the HX2 during the pairing process. 1. Open the LXEZ Pairing panel [Start | Settings | Control Panel | Bluetooth].
Page 55: Data Entry
• Touch the stylus to the field of the data entry form to receive the next data feed. • The cursor begins to flash in the field. • The HX2 is ready to accept data from either the physical keypad, virtual keyboard, or an input/output device.
Page 56: Ring Scanner Data Entry
Move the ring scanner towards or away from the barcode until a response is emitted by the HX2 (1 beep, 2 beeps, a WAV file, etc) or the bracketed crosshair times out and disappears.
Page 57: Scan Status Led
Following a barcode scan and read the Scan Status LED turns green for two seconds and the HX2 may beep, indicating a successful scan. If the scan was unsuccessful, the Scan Status LED turns off and a different beep sequence may be heard.
Page 58: Input Panel / Virtual Keyboard
• Tap the data entry area on the display when you want to enter data using the Input Panel. When finished entering data, tap the Keyboard icon in the Taskbar. Select Hide Input Panel. See Chapter 3 – System Configuration for more information. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 1-35 Input Panel / Virtual Keyboard Data Entry...
Page 59: Entering The Applock Activation Key
The touch screen must be enabled. A checkmark indicates applications currently active or available for Launching by the user. When Keyboard is selected, the HX2 default input method (Input Panel, Transcriber, or custom input method) is activated. Using a Stylus Tap When the mobile device enters end-user mode, a Switchpad icon (it looks like three tiny windows one above the other) is displayed in the taskbar.
Page 60: Setting Timers
Use this option when the mobile device will be running on battery power only. Switch state to User Idle Switch state to System Idle Switch state to Suspend HX2 Reference Guide Figure 1-37 Power Properties – Schemes Tab Default is After 3 seconds Default is After 15 seconds...
Page 61: Ac Power Scheme
• And the device enters Suspend after 5 minutes and 18 seconds of no activity. See Chapter 3 – System Configuration for more information. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Default is After 2 minute Default is After 2 minutes Default is After 5 minutes HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 62: Setting The Audio Speaker Volume
As the volume scrollbar is moved between Loud and Soft, the computer will emit a tone each time the volume increases or decreases in decibel range. See Chapter 3 – System Configuration for more information. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 1-38 Volume & Sounds Properties Setting Timers...
Page 63: Adjusting The Display Backlight Timer
OK to save the changes. The first option affects the display when the HX2 is running on battery power only. The second option affects the display when the HX2 is running on external power (e.g. docked in a powered cradle).
Page 64: Turning The Keypad Backlight On Or Off
| Settings | Control Panel | Display | Keypad | Alpha tab. Note: Alpha tab in the Keypad control panel is not available when the HX2 has a Dual Alpha or Triple Tap keypad. HX2 Alpha Mode 3 Tap Keypad Tap the Off radio button when the keypad backlight is to remain Off regardless of the OS event in process.
Page 65: Cleaning The Glass Display/Ring Scanner Aperture
If dust, lint or smudges are trapped between the protective film and the glass display, remove the protective film, clean the display and apply the protective film again. E-EQ-HX2RG-D HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 66: Strap Assemblies
Caution: Do not perform the following procedures if the ring barcode reader is tethered to the HX2. There is a possibility the Scan button may be pressed inadvertently and the laser beam LXE recommends that installation or removal of accessories be performed on a clean, well-lit surface.
Page 67: Replace
Using a Phillips screwdriver with a blade diameter of 1/8” (.4mm) rotate the black screw clockwise until the trigger module is secured to the ring scanner. Install the finger strap. See Removing / Replacing the Ring Finger Strap Assembly. E-EQ-HX2RG-D trigger module. Figure 1-43 Replace Trigger Module HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 68: Removing/Replacing The Armband Straps
Removing/Replacing the Armband Straps Note: Remove the HX2 and any of its tethered devices from the Armband before removing and replacing the armband straps. The armband is a lightweight, sturdy mounting platform for the HX2. There are two armband straps. The shorter strap is used at the end-user wrist area and the longer strap is used at the end- user forearm area.
Page 69: Getting Help
5. Ensure the HX2 on the armband is stable and does not slide or slip around your arm. 6. Periodically check the straps, strap brackets and hook and loop fabric areas for damage. The damaged parts should be replaced before the straps or strap brackets are used on an armband again.
Page 70: Accessories
Accessories Note: Items with a Green letter R in the second column are ROHS-compliant. Please contact your LXE representative when ordering ROHS-compliant items as the part number may have changed. Items without the letter R may have received ROHS-compliance after this guide was published. E designator means the accessory is RoHS Exempt.
Page 71 Getting Help Mobile Bluetooth Barcode Readers LXE Bluetooth module with laser ring scanner, battery, two hand/wrist straps (large and small) LXE Bluetooth module with 1D/2D imager ring scanner, battery, two hand/wrist straps (large and small) Li-Ion Spare Battery for LXE Bluetooth Ring Scanner...
Page 72 Power Cable: Connects DC Power Supply to Forklift Cradle Forklift Rugged Scanner Holder with RAM mount (all metal with cloth padding) Cables USB ActiveSync Cable (Type A to HX2 cradle connector) Battery Cable Battery Cable with Audio Battery Extension Cable Cable Connector Plug...
Page 73: Chapter 2 Physical Description And Layout
The HX2 hardware configuration is shown in the following figure. 802.11b/g and a/b/g Wireless Client The HX2 has an LXE 802.11x network card that supports diversity with two internal antennas. The CPU board does not allow hot swapping the network card. Adjusting power management on the network card is set to static dynamic control.
Page 74: Central Processing Unit
Internal SD Memory Card The HX2 has one SD card interface for storage of operating system and program code, as well as persistent storage. The SD slot is inaccessible and ships with an LXE-qualified 128MB (optional 512MB) SD Flash card.
Page 75: Power Supply
The LXE HX2 uses two batteries for operation. A Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery supplies power to the HX2 only when tethered to the HX2. The main battery is either the 2000 mAh (Standard) or the 4000 mAh (Extended) battery. Only one main battery can be tethered to the HX2 at a time.
Page 76: Bluetooth Lxez Pairing
HX2 during final barcode data manipulation. Input/Output Connectors The HX2 has three I/O connectors. Two connectors are located next to each other on the back of the mobile device. Each of the two connectors (one for left-handed users and the other for right- handed users) interfaces with peripherals such as a Laser Ring Scanner, an Imager Ring Scanner, an audio headset and a tethered battery.
Page 77: Audio Support
The internal speaker supplies audible verification signals normally used by the Window’s CE operating system. The speaker is located on the front of the HX2, above the [ 2 ] key. The mobile device emits a Sound Pressure Level (loudness) of at least 102 dB measured as follows: •...
Page 78: Power Modes
When the display is On: • the keypad, touchscreen and all peripherals function normally • the display backlight is on until the Backlight timer expires HX2 Reference Guide Figure 2-3 Power Modes – On, Suspend and Off COM1 activity Docked in powered cradle...
Page 79: The Hx2
The unit transitions from the Off mode to the On mode when a charged battery is attached to the tether or external power is applied (for example, by docking the HX2 in a powered cradle) and the HX2 Power key is pressed.
Page 80: Keypads
On or Off. On the fourth (or fifth for the 7 and 9 keys) keyclick using a number key, in Alpha mode, the result is the specific number. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 2-4 Alpha Mode 3 Tap Keypad (Original) Keypads...
Page 81: Blue Modifier Key
See Appendix A – Key Maps for instruction on the specific keypresses to access all keypad functions. The mappable keys can be mapped by the user to generate any key code defined by Windows CE. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Insert SysRq NumLock PageDown & DELete Shift Scroll Lock Home HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 82: The Dual Alpha Keypad
See Appendix A – Key Maps for instruction on the specific keypresses to access all keypad functions. Note: The keypad is installed and activated by LXE prior to shipment. Contact LXE Customer Support for assistance. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 2-5 Dual Alpha Keypad...
Page 83: The Triple Tap Keypad
The Triple Tap Keypad Requires file activation to setup the Triple Tap keypad for daily use. Setup requires the Use Triple Tap Keypad checkbox be checked in the HX2 Options Control Panel. Tap OK. Features • The modifier keys are the Green, Orange, Blue, Shift and Control (CTRL) keys.
Page 84: Touchscreen
The color display is optimized for indoor lighting. The LED backlight can be adjusted using the arrow keys. The display is black when the device is in suspend mode or when both batteries have expired and the unit is Off. Touchscreen protective film is available from LXE. See Accessories. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 2-7 Touchscreen...
Page 85: Batteries
A suspended HX2 maintains the date and time for a minimum of two days while tethered to a battery that has reached the Low Warning point and a fully charged backup battery. The HX2 retains data, during a battery hot swap, for at least 5 minutes.
Page 86: Battery Hotswapping
Power | Battery tab) dock the HX2 in a powered docking cradle before replacing the battery pack. When the main battery power level is low, the HX2 will signal the user with the low battery warning indicator (the Status LED remains a steady red) that continues until the main battery is replaced, the battery completely depletes, or external power is applied to the HX2 using a powered cradle.
Page 87: Handling Batteries Safely
HX2 Multi-Charger (Optional) The LXE HX2 Multi-Charger is designed to simultaneously charge up to six HX2 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Batteries at a time, in any combination of Standard or Extended batteries. The Standard batteries require less than four hours and the Extended batteries require less than 8 hours.
Page 88: Charger/Analyzer Leds
Percentage of Battery Capacity Analyze Progress LED Status Refer to the HX2 Multi-Charger User’s Guide for instruction in setting up the charger, inserting the battery packs into the charging bays, interpreting the LEDs and using the Charge/Analyze Pocket. HX2 Reference Guide Indication Charging Battery pack charging.
Page 89: Hx2 Docking/Charging Cradle
Using an external power supply the HX2 cradle recharges Standard batteries in approximately 4 hours (8 hours for the Extended battery). The HX2 does not need to be docked during a spare battery charging process. See Accessories.
Page 90: Cradle Leds
HX2 is not properly seated in charging bay and/or if this is the first time the HX2 has been inserted, the HX2 is properly seated and has not been powered On. HX2 is On, is properly seated in the charging bay and is receiving external power through the cradle.
Page 91: Chapter 3 System Configuration
Chapter 3 System Configuration Introduction There are several different aspects to the setup and configuration of the HX2. Many of the setup and configuration settings are dependent upon the optional features such as hardware and software installed on the unit. The examples found in this chapter are to be used as examples only, the configuration of your specific mobile device may vary.
Page 92: Installed Software
Some standard Windows options require an external modem connection. Modems are not available from LXE nor supported by LXE. When you order an HX2 you receive the software files required by the separate programs needed for operation and wireless communication. The files are loaded by LXE and stored in folders in the HX2.
Page 93: Software Backup
The HX2 has a unique 128-bit ID code as required by the CE 5.0 specification. This ID number is generated by the boot loader. This ID code is available in the control panel, and via a Win32 standard API.
Page 94: Folders Copied At Startup
Bluetooth icon in the taskbar. JAVA Installed by LXE. Files can be accessed by tapping Start | Programs | JEM-CE. Doubletap the EVM icon to open the EVM Console. A folder of JAVA examples and Plug-ins is also installed with the JAVA option.
Page 95: Wavelink Avalanche Enabler
The HX2 has the Avalanche Enabler installation files loaded, but not installed, on the mobile device when it is shipped from LXE. The installation files are located in the System folder on CE devices. The installation application must be run manually the first time Avalanche is used.
Page 96: Desktop
Suspend because the HX2 is always powered On (when a fully charged tethered battery and backup battery are present). Tap the Suspend button, or tap the red Power button, to turn the screen off and place the HX2 into Suspend mode.
Page 97: My Device Folders
Data entered by the end-user and saved by the running applications Storage for downloaded files / applications Mounted network drive Network user profiles Applications Internal SD Flash Card Location for temporary files Operating System in Secure Storage Preserved upon Coldboot? HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 98: Start Menu Program Options
The following options represent the factory default program installation. Based on your installed software version and hardware options, your system may not be exactly the same as the system described in this manual. Contact your LXE representative for information on the latest upgrades for your HX2.
Page 99: Communication
Equipment Required: HX2 USB ActiveSync Cable. PC or laptop computer. LXE Connect is used with an ActiveSync USB connection to display the contents of the HX2 file structure on a PC/laptop screen. Once connected, the PC keyboard and mouse can be used to manipulate files, data or settings on the HX2.
Page 100: Install Lxeconnect
2. If needed, power up the HX2. 3. Connect the HX2 to the PC using the USB cable. The USB-A end of the cable connects to a USB port on a desktop or laptop PC. The other end connects to the HX2 cradle connector at the base of the device.
Page 101: Using Lxeconnect
5. A Windows Explorer window is displayed on the PC of the HX2 desktop. 6. Input from the PC’s mouse and keyboard are recognized as if they were attached to the HX2. 7. When the remote session is complete, terminate the LXEConnect program on the PC by selecting File | Exit or tapping the X button in the upper right hand corner to close the application.
Page 102: Command Prompt
Internet Explorer Access: The default start page is www.lxe.com and the default search page is www.google.com. See section titled Internet Options later in this chapter for Internet Explorer settings. Internet Explorer requires a network card and an Internet Service Provider to access the Internet.
Page 103: Summit Client
3. A message appears that a Power Cycle is required to make settings activate properly. Tap OK to close the message window. 4. Tap the Power button to place the HX2 in Suspend, then tap the Power button to wake the HX2 from Suspend mode.
Page 104: Transcriber
Expand Control Panel There are a few changes in the CE version of Taskbar as it relates to the general desktop PC Windows Taskbar options. HX2 Reference Guide | Programs | Transcriber | Programs | Windows Explorer | Settings | Taskbar …...
Page 105: Advanced Tab
| Help for an explanation of standard Windows CE taskbar icons. Following are a few of the HX2 and LXE unique taskbar icons that may appear in the Taskbar. These icons are in addition to the Windows CE taskbar icons.
Page 106: Settings | Control Panel Options
Customize the way the keyboard, audio, display or mouse function for users with hearing or viewing difficulties. LXE AppLock Administration utility. See Chapter 6 for details. View voltage and status of the main and backup batteries. Battery charge and discharge is performed using this option.
Page 107 Set the mobile device owner details (name, phone, etc). Enter notes. Enable / disable Owner display parameters. Enter Network ID for the device – user name, password, domain. Set HX2 access password properties for signon and/or screen saver. Control the connection between the HX2 and a local desktop/laptop computer.
Page 108: About
User application version information can be shown in the Version window. Version window information is retrieved from the registry. Modify the Registry using the Registry Editor (see section titled Utilities). LXE recommends caution when editing the Registry and also recommends making a backup copy of the registry before changes are made.
Page 109: Accessibility
AppLock configuration by the Administrator are available to the end-user. LXE devices with the AppLock feature are shipped to start up in Administration mode with no default password, and when the device is started for the first time, the user has full access to the mobile device and no password prompt is displayed.
Page 110: Battery
To Charge Backup Battery To Discharge Backup Battery The Main Battery is charged/recharged when the HX2 is docked in a powered cradle and the battery is inserted in a cradle charging bay. It is also charged/recharged when the battery is disconnected from the HX2 and then placed in a charged HX2 Multi-charger.
Page 111: Figure 3-7 Control Panel - Bluetooth
HX2. • The HX2 default Bluetooth setting is On. • The HX2 cannot be discovered by other Bluetooth devices when the Computer is discoverable option is disabled (unchecked) on the Settings panel. • Other Bluetooth devices cannot be discovered if they have been set up to be Non- Discoverable or Invisible.
Page 112: Figure 3-8 Discover Bluetooth Devices And Query Device Data
An icon with a red background indicates the devices Bluetooth connection is inactive. An icon with a white background indicates the device is connected to the HX2 and the devices Bluetooth connection is active. Inactive devices can be deleted from the list. Active devices can be disconnected from the HX2 and remain on the list.
Page 113: Figure 3-10 Bluetooth Device Pair / Delete / Disconnect Menu
Tap Pair as Printer to set up the HX2 to send data to the printer. Tap Delete to delete an inactive device (icon with red background) from the HX2 paired device database. Close the LXEZ Pairing control panel to erase the device from the list after deleting.
Page 114: Settings
Enabled Disable this option to inhibit HX2 connection with all nearby Bluetooth devices. Settings | Control Panel Options E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 115: Figure 3-13 Bluetooth About Panel
Default Information Disabled When enabled, other Bluetooth devices can discover the HX2 when it is nearby. Disable this option to ensure other devices cannot discover the HX2. Disabled When enabled (checked), a dialog box is placed on the display when devices request to pair. Tap the X button, OK button or No button to close the dialog box.
Page 116: Pairing And Auto-Reconnect
Discover button. It can auto-reconnect to devices previously known but which have gone out of and then returned within range. Pairing supports SPP devices only. Up to two Bluetooth devices can be connected to the HX2 at a time; LXE supports one scanner and one printer (see Accessories).
Page 117: Date/Time
Registry and take effect immediately. Tap the Sync button to synchronize HX2 date and time with a time server. By default, the HX2 OS first searches for a time server on the local intranet. If not found, it then searches the internet for a time server.
Page 118: Dialing
Dialing Access: Set dialup properties for internal modems. Modems are not supplied or supported by LXE. Factory Default Settings Location Area Code Tone Dialing Country/Region Disable Call Waiting Tap the Edit button to make changes to Dialing properties. Tap the ? button and follow the instructions in Help.
Page 119: Display
Registry and take effect immediately. E-EQ-HX2RG-D | Settings | Control Panel | Display Icon Windows CE Disabled Windows Standard Enabled 3 seconds Enabled 2 minutes Figure 3-17 Control Panel – Display | Background HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 120: Appearance
Tap the Delete button to delete schemes. Tap the Apply button to apply the selected scheme to the HX2. Tap the OK button to exit, or the X button to escape without making any changes. Changes are saved to the registry and take effect immediately.
Page 121: Hx2-3 Options
HX2-3 Options Access: Set options such as IP V6, time sync, touchscreen enable and CapsLock. It may be necessary to warmboot the HX2 after making desired changes. A pop up window indicates if a warmboot is required. Factory Default Settings...
Page 122: Misc
Autolaunch TimeSync Misc Options on this tab configure device specific options. Options not available on the HX2 are dimmed. CapsLock NumLock Touch Screen Disable Enable Triple Tap Keypad Cross-Reference: New Option with Previous HX2 OS Version Application Names IPV6Disable.reg / IPV6Enable.reg Grabtime.reg / GrabTime.ini...
Page 123: Input Panel
Tap the OK button to save any changes and exit, or tap the X button to exit without saving any changes. Tap the ? button for Help. Note: Check with your LXE representative for language packs as they become available. E-EQ-HX2RG-D | Settings | Control Panel | Input Panel...
Page 124: Internet Options
Start Page Search Page User Agent Cache Size Connection Use LAN Autodial Name Proxy Server HX2 Reference Guide | Settings | Control Panel | Internet Options Figure 3-22 Control Panel – Internet Options http://www.lxe.com/ http://www.google.com Default (Windows CE) 512 Kb Disabled...
Page 125 Block popups Display notification Use same window E-EQ-HX2RG-D Enable Disable Enable Prompt Enable Prompt Enable Prompt Disable Accept Prompt Always allow Enable Enable Never All options enabled All options enabled Disabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 126: Keyboard
Keyboard Properties panel. Only one font at a time can be selected. The fonts affect the screen display. These values do not affect virtual (onscreen) key taps. Keymaps and Fonts Please contact your LXE representative about the availability of the following fonts for your HX2. Descriptive name Simplified Chinese Traditional Chinese...
Page 127: Keypad
Help. The changes take effect immediately. E-EQ-HX2RG-D | Settings | Control Panel | Keypad Icon 0 – 1 click Configure to – Space None Backspace Remap to – Backspace Shift String – Null Null Null Null Null Null Null Null Null FILE HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 128: Alpha Tab
Alpha Tab Note: Alpha tab is not available when the HX2 has a Dual Alpha or Triple Tap keypad. Tap the OK button to save the changes. Tap the X button to ignore changes and return to the Control Panel. Tap the ? button for Help. The changes take effect immediately.
Page 129: Keymap Tab
Key Sequence dropdown list. When finished, tap Add. Tap Clear to clear all contents of the key sequence text entry box. The key sequence string can contain up to 64 characters. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Dual Alpha or Triple Tap Keypad Figure 3-27 Keypad – KeyMap Tab HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 130: Launchapp Tab
Tap the OK button to save the changes. Tap the X button to ignore changes and return to the Control Panel. Tap the ? button for Help. The changes take effect immediately. HX2 Reference Guide Dual Alpha or Triple Tap Keypad Figure 3-28 Keypad –...
Page 131: Runcmd Tab
Tap the OK button to save the changes. Tap the X button to ignore changes and return to the Control Panel. Tap the ? button for Help. The changes take effect immediately. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Dual Alpha or Triple Tap Keypad Figure 3-29 Keypad – RunCmd Tab HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 132: Mixer
Tap and hold the Output sliders, moving them left and right to adjust the output decibel level. Or tap the left and right arrows to adjust the sliders. HX2 Reference Guide | Settings | Control Panel | Mixer Icon -6.0 dB 12.0 dB...
Page 133: Input Tab
When checked (enabled) increases the sensitivity of the microphone (internal or headset) by 20 dB. Tap and hold the slider and move it left and right to adjust. Or tap the left and right arrow keys to adjust the slider. The default is 22.5 dB. HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 134: Mouse
Set the double-click sensitivity for stylus taps on the touchscreen. Tap OK to save the settings or tap the X button to ignore changes. Tap the ? button for Help. See the section titled Stylus for touch screen calibration. HX2 Reference Guide | Settings | Control Panel | Mouse Figure 3-31 Mouse...
Page 135: Network And Dialup Connections
Set network driver properties and network access properties. Select a connection to use, or create a new connection on the HX2. Tap OK to save the settings or tap the X button to ignore changes. Tap the ? button for Help.
Page 136: Owner
Display at power-on Network ID User Name Password Domain Enter the information and tap the OK button to save the changes. The changes take effect immediately. HX2 Reference Guide | Settings | Control Panel | Owner Icon Blank Disabled Blank Disabled Blank...
Page 137: Password
Settings | Control Panel Options Password Access: Set HX2 user access/power up password properties. Password and password settings are saved during a warm boot and a cold boot. The screensaver password affects the Remote Desktop screensaver only. Factory Default Settings...
Page 138: Pc Connection
Unchecking the Enable direct connections ….. disables ActiveSync. Change Connection …. Selecting Change Connection displays a list of configured ActiveSync connections. Please refer to the Backup HX2 Files section later in this chapter for parameter setting recommendations. HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 139: Power
X button to discard any changes. Tap the ? for Help. The changes take effect immediately. E-EQ-HX2RG-D | Settings | Control Panel | Power Enabled User Idle 2 minutes System Idle 2 minutes Suspend 5 minutes User Idle 3 seconds System Idle 15 seconds Suspend 5 minutes Figure 3-36 Power HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 140: Regional Settings
Files stored in the My Documents folder are not removed using this option. Note: Do not remove LXE-installed programs using this option. HX2 Reference Guide | Settings | Control Panel | Regional Settings English (United States) 123,456,789.00 / -123,456,789.00 neg...
Page 141: Scanner
Continuous Scan Mode Timeout between same symbol Port 1 defaults to Bluetooth and Port 2 defaults to Ring when a Bluetooth enabled HX2 with ring scanner is powered On by the user. See the figure below for an example. See Chapter 4 – Scanner for explanation and instruction when setting parameters on the Scanner Control Panels.
Page 142: Stylus
Access: Set double-tap sensitivity properties and/or calibrate the touch panel. The stylus is not shipped automatically with the HX2. The stylus is an accessory. Double Tap Follow the instructions on the screen and tap the OK button to save the changes. The double-tap changes take effect immediately.
Page 143: System
This is actual DRAM memory, and does not include internal flash used for storage. E-EQ-HX2RG-D | Settings | Control Panel | System Icon 1/3 storage, 2/3 program memory HX2001 LXE_HX2 Figure 3-41 System – General HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 144: Memory
Move the slider to allocate more memory for programs or storage. If there isn’t enough space for a file, increase the amount of storage memory. If the HX2 is running slowly, try increasing the amount of program memory. Adjust the settings and tap the OK button to save the changes. The changes take effect immediately.
Page 145: Copyrights
Settings | Control Panel Options Copyrights This screen is presented for information only. The Copyrights information cannot be changed by the user. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Figure 3-44 System – Copyrights HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 146: Volume And Sounds
By default a good scan sound on the mobile device is a single 2700 Hz beep, and a bad scan sound is a double beep. HX2 Reference Guide | Settings | Control Panel | Volume & Sounds Enabled...
Page 147: Sd Flash Cards, Cab Files And Programs
Tap the My Device icon on the Desktop then tap the System icon. Files A flash card is used for permanent storage of the LXE driver and utility files. It is also used for registry content back up. The flash card cannot be removed/exchanged by the user.
Page 148: Activesync / Get Connected Process
PC and the mobile device. If an information type is selected that does not exist on the HX2, the data appears to transfer, but it is ignored by the HX2 and not loaded. When installation of ActiveSync is complete on a PC, the ActiveSync Setup Wizard begins and starts the following processes: •...
Page 149: Initial Install
Figure 3-46 Connect ActiveSync Cable to HX2 Cradle Connector Insert the HX2 cable end into the cradle connector on the bottom of the HX2 until a click is heard. Insert the USB-A end in a USB port on the desktop/laptop computer.
Page 150: Usb Connection
From the popup list, choose USB Client This will set up the HX2 to use the USB configuration (Default). Tap OK and ensure the check box for Enable direct connections to the desktop computer is checked. Tap OK to return to Settings.
Page 151: Backup Hx2 Files
Setup. USB Transfer • A PC with an available USB port and an HX2 in a cradle with a USB cable. The desktop or laptop PC must be running Windows 98 SR2, Windows 2000 or Windows XP. • LXE-specific USB cable as listed in the following section Connect.
Page 152: Connect
You can copy files to or from the HX2 using drag-and-drop. You will not be allowed to delete files or copy files out of the \Windows directory on the HX2. (Technically, the only files you cannot delete or copy are ones marked as system files in the original build of the Windows OS image.
Page 153: Activesync Troubleshooting
ActiveSync on the host returns to the Get Connected screen without connecting to the cabled device. If the HX2 is connected to a PC by a cable, disconnect the cable from the HX2 and reconnect it again. Check that the correct connection is selected, USB Client.
Page 154: Utilities
Utilities These utilities are pre-loaded by LXE. Contact your LXE representative for upgrade availability and download. Note: AppLock Administrator Control panel file Launch option does not inter-relate with similarly-named options contained in other LXE Control Panels or programs. LAUNCH.EXE All applications to be installed into memory are normally in the form of Windows CE CAB files.
Page 155 Order or Delay values if necessary for a particular startup sequence. [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\LXE\Persist\COPYFOLDERS] “FileName”=”COPYFOLDERS” “FileCheck”=”” “Order”=dword:0F CAB files for options not purchased are not loaded e.g. JAVA or RFID. If a CAB file is missing, please contact your LXE Representative. E-EQ-HX2RG-D HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 156: Regedit.exe
Registry as making incorrect changes can damage the mobile device operating system. LXE recommends making a backup copy of the registry before viewing or c a r e f u l l y making changes to the registry.
Page 157: Wavelink Avalanche Enabler Configuration
Note that actual operation of the Enabler on the mobile device does not change. Briefly . . . The Wavelink Avalanche Enabler installation file is loaded on the mobile device by LXE; however, the device is not configured to launch the installation file automatically. The installation application must be run manually the first time Avalanche is used.
Page 158: Stop The Enabler Service
The Enabler running on LXE Windows CE devices will attempt to access COM1, COM2, and COM3. “Agent not found” will be reported if the Mobile Device Server is not located or a serial port is not present or available (COM port settings can be verified using the LXE scanner applet in the Control Panel).
Page 159: Mobile Device Wireless And Network Settings
5. Choose settings for Manage Network Settings, Manage Wireless Settings and Use Avalanche Network Profile. 6. Tap the OK button to save the changes. 7. Reboot the device. Related Manual: Using Wavelink Avalanche on LXE Windows Computers. E-EQ-HX2RG-D HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 160: Enabler Configuration
Enabler Configuration Avalanche Icon File HX2 Reference Guide Wavelink Avalanche Enabler Configuration The Enabler user interface application is launched by clicking: either the Avalanche icon on the desktop or Taskbar selecting Avalanche from the Programs menu. The opening screen presents the user with the connection status and a navigation menu.
Page 161: File Menu Options
The password is not case-sensitive. Scan Config Note: LXE does not support the Scan Configuration feature on Windows CE devices. The Scan Config option under the File menu allows the user to configure Enabler settings using a special barcode that can be created using the Avalanche Management Console utilities.
Page 162: Avalanche Update Using File | Settings
Avalanche Update using File | Settings Access: Use these menu options to setup the Avalanche Enabler on the mobile device. LXE recommends changing and then saving the changes (reboot) before connecting to the network. Alternatively, the Mobile Device Server can be disabled until needed (refer to the Wavelink Avalanche Mobility Center User’s Guide for details –...
Page 163: Connection Tab
Mobile Device Server before checking for a wireless connection to the Mobile Device Server. Disable ActiveSync connection with the Mobile Device Server. When enabled and the link speed is less than the minimum specified, the Enabler cannot connect. HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 164: Execution Tab
Note the dimmed options on this panel. This menu option is designed to manage downloaded applications for automatic execution upon startup. Unavailable in this release. LXE recommends using AppLock. See Chapter 6 – AppLock. Figure 3-50 Avalanche Enabler Execution Options (Dimmed)
Page 165: Server Contact Tab
Device Server occurs, a mobile device that is in Suspend Mode can ‘wakeup’ and process updates. Reboot mobile device before attempting to contact the Mobile Device Server. Only connect when the device has external power (connected to an AC adapter). HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 166: Startup/Shutdown Tab
Startup/Shutdown Tab LXE recommends using AppLock for this function. AppLock is resident on each mobile device with a Windows OS. AppLock configuration instructions are located in Chapter 6 AppLock. Figure 3-52 Avalanche Enabler Startup / Shutdown Options Do not monitor or launch Enabler...
Page 167: Scan Config Tab
Note: Scan Config functionality is a standard option of the Wavelink Avalanche System but is not currently supported by LXE on Windows CE devices. Figure 3-53 Avalanche Enabler Scan Config Option Half screen, Hidden or Full screen. Default is Half screen.
Page 168: Shortcuts Tab
Programs panel. This limits the user’s access to certain applications when the Enabler is controlling the mobile device display. LXE recommends using LXE AppLock for this function. See Chapter 6 - AppLock for instruction. HX2 Reference Guide Wavelink Avalanche Enabler Configuration...
Page 169: Adapters Tab
Wavelink Avalanche Enabler Configuration Adapters Tab Note: LXE recommends the user review the network settings configuration utilities and the default values in Chapter 5 – Wireless Network Configuration before setting All Adapters to Enable in the Adapters applet. Figure 3-56 Avalanche Enabler Adapters Options – Network...
Page 170: Figure 3-57 Avalanche Network Profile Displayed
Use Avalanche Network Profile Avalanche Icon HX2 Reference Guide Wavelink Avalanche Enabler Configuration The Enabler will apply all network settings sent to it by the Avalanche Mobility Center Console. Selecting the Avalanche Icon will access the Avalanche Network Profile tab which will display current network settings.
Page 171: Figure 3-58 Manual Settings Properties Panels
Network For device-specific descriptions of these Enabler parameters, refer to Chapter 5 – Wireless Network Configuration. LXE does not recommend enabling Manage Wireless Settings. When you download a profile that is configured to manage network and wireless settings, the Enabler will not apply the manage network and wireless settings to the adapter unless the global Manage wireless settings and Manage network settings options are enabled on the Adapters panel (see Figure titled Avalanche Enabler Adapters Options –...
Page 172: Status Tab
If the intention is to stop using Avalanche to manage the device configuration, please see Enabler Uninstall Process earlier in this section. HX2 Reference Guide Wavelink Avalanche Enabler Configuration Figure 3-59 Status Display...
Page 173: Express Scan
To use eXpress Scan to configure an LXE device: Start eXpress Scan on the LXE device by double tapping the eXpress Scan icon on the desktop. Enter the barcode password used when the barcode was created, if any.
Page 174: Figure 3-62 Scan Barcode 1
X in the upper right corner. The password can be re-entered and Barcode 1 scanned again. Once the first barcode is scanned, the remaining barcodes may be scanned in any order. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 3-62 Scan Barcode 1 Figure 3-63 Scan Remaining Barcodes...
Page 175: Figure 3-64 Configuring Settings
Once configured, the device is warmbooted and the new settings are active. If Wavelink Avalanche is deployed and the appropriate network settings are configured, the device connects to the Mobile Device Server and any software updates and additional configuration data are downloaded. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Figure 3-64 Configuring Settings HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 176 Scan HX2 Reference Guide E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 177: Chapter 4 Scanner
Scanner control panel options are based on the installed software version levels, driver and OS versions in HX2 devices. Your Scanner options may or may not be as described in this section. Contact your LXE representative to obtain the most current software and drivers for your mobile device.
Page 178: Barcode Processing Overview
• If Translate All is not set, and key has a valid VK code, key is output. • Otherwise, key is ignored (not output). The data is ready to be read by applications. See Barcode Processing Examples at the end of the Barcode Tab section. HX2 Reference Guide Barcode Processing Overview E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 179: Factory Default Settings
Continuous Scan Mode Timeout between same symbol Port 1 defaults to Bluetooth and Port 2 defaults to Ring when a Bluetooth enabled HX2 with ring scanner/imager is powered On by the user. See the figure below for an example. If Send Key Messages … is checked any data scan is converted to keystrokes and sent to the active window.
Page 180: Main Tab
When Send Key Messages (WEDGE) is checked any data scan is converted to keystrokes and sent to the active window. When this checkbox is not checked, the application will need to use the set of LXE Scanner APIs to retrieve the data from the scanner driver. Note that this latter method is significantly faster than using Wedge.
Page 181: Com1 Tab
LEDs above the imager aperture that illuminate when External or Both radio buttons are enabled. The illumination turns off when the scan is complete. | Settings | Control Panel | Scanner | COM1 tab 9600 None Figure 4-3 Scanner Control / COM1 HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 182: Barcode Tab
The Scanner application enables or disables the Code ID that may be scanned. Enabling or disabling a specific barcode symbology is done manually using the configuration barcode in the Ring Scanner Programming Guide (available on the LXE Manuals CD and the LXE ServicePass website).
Page 183: Continuous Scan Mode
Switching to and from continuous and normal trigger modes is in effect immediately upon pressing the OK button in this control panel, a warm boot is not required or necessary. E-EQ-HX2RG-D | Settings | Control Panel | Scanner | Barcode tab Disabled 1 second HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 184: Enable Code Id
Scanner Control Panel processing causes a bad scan beep by the mobile device on the same data HX2 Reference Guide Barcode Tab E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 185: Barcode - Symbology Settings
Barcode Data) add a prefix or suffix to a barcode. The Symbology drop-down box contains all symbologies supported on the HX2. An asterisk appears in front of symbologies that have already been configured or have been modified from the default value.
Page 186 Max field is rejected. The default for this field is All (9999). If the value entered is greater than the maximum value allowed for that symbology, the maximum valid length will be used instead. HX2 Reference Guide Barcode Tab E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 187: Strip Leading/Trailing Control
Strips the Code ID based on the type code id specified in the Enable Code ID field in the Barcode tab. By default, Code ID stripping is enabled for all symbologies (meaning code IDs will be stripped, unless specifically configured otherwise). E-EQ-HX2RG-D Figure 4-6 Symbology / Strip Leading / Trailing HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 188: Barcode Data Match List
• If the stripping configuration results in a 0 length barcode, a ‘good’ beep will still be sounded, since barcode data was read from the scanner. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 4-7 Symbology / Barcode Data Match List Barcode Tab...
Page 189: Match List Rules
Code ID has already been stripped. If Strip Code ID is disabled, then the barcode data to match must include the Code ID. If Strip Code ID is enabled, the data should not include the Code ID since it has already been stripped. E-EQ-HX2RG-D HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 190: Add Prefix/Suffix Control
ASCII equivalent keys include the function keys (e.g. <F1>), arrow keys, Page up, Page down, Home, and End. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 4-8 Symbology / Prefix and Suffix Control To enable a prefix, check the Prefix checkbox and enter the desired string in the textbox.
Page 191: Barcode - Ctrl Char Mapping
Barcode – Ctrl Char Mapping See Also: Barcode Processing Overview earlier in this chapter. The Ctrl Char Mapping button activates a dialog to define the operations the LXE Wedge performs on control characters (values less than 0x20) embedded in barcodes. Control characters can be replaced with user-defined text which can include hat encoded or hex encoded values.
Page 192 Replacement List Box Delete HX2 Reference Guide The edit control where the user types the characters to be assigned as the replacement of the control character. Replacements for a control character are assigned by selecting the appropriate character from the Character drop down box, typing the replacement in the Replacement edit control (according to the formats defined above) and then selecting Assign.
Page 193: Barcode - Custom Identifiers
Code ID to the Custom IDs list. identifier (the actual Code ID). Both Name and ID Code must be specified in order to add a custom Code ID to the Custom IDs list. HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 194: Control Code Replacement Examples
Hex-encoded The hex-encoded text is translated text to the equivalent hex value. Escaped hex- The hex-encoding to pass thru to encoded text the application. HX2 Reference Guide Example Example Control configuration Character ESCape ‘Ignore (drop)’ Start of TeXt ‘STX’...
Page 195: Barcode Processing Examples
‘ddd’ ‘zzz’ Resulting Data bbb1234567890xxx bbb11234567890xxx < rejected > (too short) ccc]E04567890yyy ccc]E0234567890yyy ccc]E0yyy < rejected > (too long) ddd7890zzz dddzzz ddd45zzz < rejected > (disabled) < rejected > (disabled) aaa4567890www aaa1234567890www < rejected > (too short) HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 196: Length Based Barcode Stripping
Create four custom IDs, using 1 for EAN128 barcode and 0 for Code128 barcode. • c1 = Code = ‘]C1’ • c2 = Code = ‘]C1’ • c3 = Code = ‘]C0’ (24 character barcode is CODE128) • c4 = Code = ‘]C1’ HX2 Reference Guide AIM Custom IDs Barcode Tab E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 197 Click the Barcode Data button. Click the Add button. Add the data for the match codes. Refer to the previous section BarcodeData Match List for instruction. Scan a barcode and examine the result. E-EQ-HX2RG-D AIM Custom Setup for C1 Barcode Match Data for C1 HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 198 Barcode Tab HX2 Reference Guide E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 199: Chapter 5 Wireless Network Configuration
Please contact your LXE representative for Summit driver update availability. The HX2 mobile device has a wireless client that can be configured for no encryption, WEP encryption or WPA security, no authentication and all authentications listed below.
Page 200: Summit Client Configuration
Note: Terminology used on your screen displays may be different than those shown in the figures in this chapter. Contact your LXE representative for Summit driver updates as they become available. Start the Summit Client configuration by tapping the Summit Client Utility icon on the desktop.
Page 201: Summit Tray Icon
-60 dBm but not stronger than -40 dBm. The signal strength for the currently associated/authenticated Access Point is stronger than -40 dBm. E-EQ-HX2RG-D provides access to the SCU and is a visual indicator of link status. HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 202: Main Tab
Selecting a different profile from the drop down list does not require logging in to Administrator mode. The profile must already exist. LXE recommends performing a Suspend/Resume function when changing profiles. Profiles can be created or edited after the Admin login password has been entered and accepted.
Page 203: Admin Login
• Create, edit, rename and delete profiles on the Config / Profile tab. • Edit global parameters on the Global / Global Setting tabs. • Enable/disable the Summit tray icon in the taskbar. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Figure 5-3 Main Tab – Enter Admin Password HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 204: Config / Profile Tab
If the name is not unique, an error message is displayed and the new profile is not created. Rename Assigns a new, unique name. If the new name is not unique, an error message is displayed and the profile is not renamed. HX2 Reference Guide Default Blank Blank Fast...
Page 205: Figure 5-5 Scu – Scan
Important – The settings for Auth Type, EAP Type and Encryption depend on the security type chosen. Please refer to Wireless Security later in this Summit Client Utility section to determine the proper settings for the security type implemented on the wireless LAN. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Figure 5-5 SCU – Scan HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 206: Config / Profile Parameters
Power Save Fast Tx Power Maximum Bit Rate Auto HX2 Reference Guide Summit Client Configuration Explanation A string of 1 to 32 alphanumeric characters, establishes the name of the Config or Profile. Options are Default or ThirdPartyConfig. A string of up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Establishes the Service Set Identifier (SSID) of the WLAN to which the client connects.
Page 207 It is important this parameter correspond to the AP to which the device is to connect. For example, if this parameter is set to G rates only the LXE device may only connect to APs set for G rates and not those set for B and G rates.
Page 208 Parameter Default EAP Type None Encryption None HX2 Reference Guide Summit Client Configuration Explanation Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) type used for 802.1x authentication to the Access Point. Options are: None, LEAP, EAP-FAST, PEAP-MSCHAP, PEAP-GTC, or EAP-TLS. Note: EAP Type chosen determines whether the Credentials button is active and also determines the available entries in the Credentials pop-up window.
Page 209: Status Tab
Note: After completing radio configuration, it is good practice to review this screen to verify the radio has associated (no encryption, WEP) or authenticated (LEAP, any WPA), as indicated above. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Figure 5-6 SCU – Status Tab HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 210: Diags Tab
Release/Renew Start Ping Diagnostics Site Survey HX2 Reference Guide Figure 5-7 SCU – Diags Tab Function Tap this button to apply, or reapply, the current config profile and attempt to associate or authenticate to the wireless LAN. Activity is logged in the Diagnostic Output text box on the lower part of the panel.
Page 211: Global / Global Settings Tab
A radio: 5 dBm BG radio: 10 sec. A radio: 5 sec. Full Off (Not supported in this release) 2346 2347 32 bytes 5000 1000 8 seconds SUMMIT or blank System BG radio: Off A radio: Optimized HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 212: Global / Global Settings Parameters
Global / Global Settings Parameters Custom Parameter Option LXE does not support the parameter Custom option. The parameter value is displayed as “Custom” when the operating system registry has been edited to set the Summit parameter to a value that is not available from the parameter’s drop down list. Selecting Custom from the drop down list has no effect.
Page 213 Options are: Full (all channels) / 1,6,11 (the most commonly used channels) / 1,7,13 (for ETSI and TELEC radios only) / Custom Support for 5GHZ 802.11a channels where support for DFS is required. Options are: On, Off. Note: Not supported in this release. HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 214 Ping Payload Ping Timeout Ping Delay ms Hide Password Admin Password HX2 Reference Guide Default Function 2346 If the packet size (in bytes) exceeds the specified number of bytes set in the fragment threshold, the packet is fragmented (sent as several pieces instead of as one block).
Page 215 A valid Windows folder path, of up to 64 characters, where WPA Certificate Authority and User Certificates are stored on the mobile device. LXE suggests ensuring the folder path currently exists before assigning the path in this parameter. See sections titled “Root Certificates”...
Page 216 Parameter Auth Timeout Note: Tap the Commit button to save changes. If this panel is closed before tapping the Commit button, changes are not saved! HX2 Reference Guide Default Function 8 sec Specifies the number of seconds the Summit software waits for an EAP authentication request to succeed or fail (not available in all versions).
Page 217: Summit Wireless Security
The SCU will display a reminder if the Commit button is not clicked before an attempt is made to close or browse away from the Config tab. The reminder feature may not be present in all versions. Contact your LXE representative for version upgrades. Sign-On vs. Stored Credentials...
Page 218: Figure 5-9 Sign-On Screen
7. Tap the OK button then the Commit button. 8. When the device attempts to connect to the network, a sign-on screen is displayed. 9. Enter the Username and Password. Tap the OK button. HX2 Reference Guide Summit Client Configuration Figure 5-9 Sign-On Screen...
Page 219: Windows Certificate Store Vs. Certs Path
Use MS store checkbox after checking the Validate server checkbox. 4. The default is to use all certificates in the store. If this is OK, skip to Step #8. 5. Otherwise, to select a specific certificate tap the Browse (…) button. E-EQ-HX2RG-D HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 220: Figure 5-10 Choose Certificate
MS store checkbox after checking the Validate server checkbox. 4. Enter the certificate name in the CA Cert textbox. 5. Tap OK to exit the Credentials screen and then Commit to save the profile changes. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 5-10 Choose Certificate Summit Client Configuration...
Page 221: No Security
Tap the Commit button to save the new profile configuration. Perform a warm reset function to connect using the new profile configuration. Note: LXE recommends performing a Suspend/Resume function each time the Commit button is tapped. E-EQ-HX2RG-D HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 222: Wep Keys
9, A-F). Enter the key(s) and tap OK. ASCII Key Format Valid keys are 5 (for 40 bit encryption) or 13 (for 128 bit encryption) alphanumeric characters. Enter the key(s) and tap OK. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 5-12 Summit WEP Keys Summit Client Configuration E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 223: Leap W/O Wpa Authentication
Set Encryption to Auto WEP. To use Stored Credentials, tap the Credentials button. No entries are necessary for Sign-On Credentials as the user will be prompted for the User name and Password when connecting to the network. E-EQ-HX2RG-D HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 224: Figure 5-14 Leap Credentials Dialog
See Also: WPA/LEAP Authentication later in this section to configure the client for WPA LEAP. See Also: Sign-on vs. Stored Credentials earlier in this chapter if the username and password are left blank during setup. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 5-14 LEAP Credentials Dialog Summit Client Configuration...
Page 225: Eap-Fast Authentication
RADIUS server. The RADIUS server must have auto provisioning enabled to send the PAC provisioning credentials to the client device. Please refer to the LXE Security Primer for more information on the RADIUS server configuration.
Page 226: Figure 5-16 Summit Eap-Fast Credentials
Main tab and perform a warmboot (or Suspend/Resume) function. See Also: Sign-On vs. Stored Credentials earlier in this chapter if the username and password are left blank during setup. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 5-16 Summit EAP-FAST Credentials Summit Client Configuration...
Page 227: Peap/Mschap Authentication
Password when connecting to the network. Enter the Username or Domain\Username in the Credentials popup text entry box, if desired. Enter the Password, if desired. Leave the CA Certificate Filename blank for now. Tap OK. Tap Commit. E-EQ-HX2RG-D HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 228: Figure 5-18 Peap/Mschap Credentials
The device should be authenticating the server certificate and using PEAP/MSCHAP for the user authentication. See Also: Sign-On vs. Stored Credentials earlier in this chapter if the username and password are left blank during setup. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 5-18 PEAP/MSCHAP Credentials Summit Client Configuration E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 229: Wpa/Leap Authentication
See Also: LEAP w/o WPA earlier in this section to configure the client for LEAP without WPA. See Also: Sign-on vs. Stored Credentials earlier in this chapter if the username and password are left blank during setup. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Figure 5-20 LEAP Credentials HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 230: Wpa Psk Authentication
8-63 byte ASCII value. Tap OK Tap the Commit button to save the new profile configuration. Perform a warm reset (or Suspend/Resume) to connect using the new profile configuration. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 5-22 Summit PSK Entry Dialog Summit Client Configuration...
Page 231: Peap/Gtc Authentication
Set Encryption to WPA TKIP. To use Stored Credentials, tap the Credentials button. No entries are necessary for Sign-On Credentials as the user will be prompted for the User name and Password when connecting to the network. E-EQ-HX2RG-D HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 232: Figure 5-24 Peap/Gtc Credentials
The device should be authenticating the server certificate and using PEAP/GTC for the user authentication. See Also: Sign-On vs. Stored Credentials earlier in this chapter if the username and password are left blank during setup. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 5-24 PEAP/GTC Credentials Summit Client Configuration E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 233: Eap-Tls Authentication
No entries are necessary for Sign-On Credentials as the user will be prompted for the User name and Password when connecting to the network. If the username and password are left blank during setup, see Sign-On vs. Stored Credentials earlier in this chapter. E-EQ-HX2RG-D HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 234: Figure 5-26 Eap-Tls Credentials Dialog
The device should be authenticating the server certificate and using EAP-TLS for the user authentication. See Also: Sign-On vs. Stored Credentials earlier in this chapter if the username and password are left blank during setup. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 5-26 EAP-TLS Credentials Dialog Summit Client Configuration E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 235: Wireless Zero Config Utility And The Summit Client
3. Tap the Disable Radio button to remove the connection to the Summit Client Utility. The text on the button changes to Enable Radio. 4. Tap the Power button to place the HX2 in Suspend, then tap the Power button to wake the HX2 from Suspend mode.
Page 236: Certificates
Certificates Please refer to the LXE Security Primer to prepare the Authentication Server and Access Point for communication. It is important that all dates are correct on CE computers when using any type of certificate. Certificates are date sensitive and if the date is not correct authentication will fail.
Page 237: Figure 5-29 Download Ca Certificate Screen
Tap the Save button and save the certificate to the desktop PC. Keep track of the name and location of the certificate as the certificate file name and file location is required in later steps. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Figure 5-29 Download CA Certificate Screen HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 238: Installing A Root Ca Certificate On The Mobile Device
Copy the certificate file from the desktop PC to the mobile device. Import the certificate by navigating to Start | Control Panel | Certificates. Tap the Import button. Make sure From a File is selected and tap OK. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 5-31 Certificate Stores Figure 5-32 Import Certificate From a File Certificates...
Page 239: Figure 5-33 Browsing To Certificate Location
Using the Explorer buttons, browse to the location where you copied the certificate, select the certificate desired and tap OK. Tap OK to import the certificate. Once the certificate is installed, return to the proper authentication section, described later in this chapter. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Figure 5-33 Browsing to Certificate Location HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 240: User Certificates
This process saves a user certificate and a separate private key file. Windows CE devices such as the HX2 require the private key to be saved as a separate file rather than including the private key in the user certificate.
Page 241: Figure 5-36 Request A Certificate Type
Certificates Tap on the advanced certificate request link. Tap on the Create and submit a request to this CA link. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Figure 5-36 Request a Certificate Type Figure 5-37 Advanced Certificate Request Screen HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 242: Figure 5-38 Advanced Certificate Details
HX2USER.PVK. The certificate file created later in this process must be given the same name, for example, HX2USER.CER. DO NOT check “Enable strong private key protection”. Make any other desired changes and tap the Submit button. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 5-38 Advanced Certificate Details Certificates E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 243: Figure 5-39 Script Warnings
Tap None if you do not wish to use a password, or • Enter and confirm your desired password then tap OK. Tap the Download certificate link. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Figure 5-39 Script Warnings Figure 5-40 Script Warnings Figure 5-41 User Certificate Issued HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 244: Figure 5-42 Download Certificate Security Warning
Be sure use the same name for the certificate file as was used for the private key file. For example, it the private key was saved as HX2USER.PVK then the certificate file created must be given the same name, for example, HX2USER.CER. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 5-42 Download Certificate Security Warning Certificates E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 245: Installing A User Certificate On The Hx2 (Wpa-Tls Only)
Certificates Installing a User Certificate on the HX2 (WPA- TLS Only) Copy the certificate and private key files to the mobile device. Import the certificate by navigating to Start | Control Panel | Certificates. Select My Certificates from the pull down list.
Page 246: Figure 5-45 Browsing To Certificate Location
• If the private key is present, the process is complete. • If the private key is not present, import the private key. To import the private key, tap OK to return to the Certificates screen. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 5-45 Browsing to Certificate Location Certificates...
Page 247: Figure 5-46 Browsing To Private Key Location
• Make sure the certificate and private key file have the same name, for example HX2USER.CER for the certificate and HX2USER.PVK for the private key file. If the file names are not the same, rename the private key file and import it again. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Figure 5-46 Browsing to Private Key Location HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 248 Certificates HX2 Reference Guide E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 249: Chapter 6 Applock
Note: Alpha Mode 3 Tap Keypad Only -- If the input panel is not the HX2 default input method, the administrator may not be able to switch to user mode since the HX2 does not have any shift state keys.
Page 250: Figure 6-1 Applock Screens
Introduction Application Panel Application – Launch Panel Security Panel Options Panel Status Panel End-User Switchpad Figure 6-1 AppLock Screens HX2 Reference Guide E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 251: Setup A New Device
• An HX2 default input method (Input Panel, Transcriber, or custom input method) is assigned. LXE CE devices with the AppLock feature are shipped to boot in Administration mode with no default password, thus when the device is first booted, the user has full access to the device and no password prompt is displayed.
Page 252: Creating Hot Key And Switch Key Sequences
(Shift, Alt, or Ctrl) key combination for the hotkey. The Dual Alpha and Triple Tap keypads are not affected by this exception. See Setting an Activation Hotkey in Security Panel later in this chapter if using an HX2 with a Dual Alpha or Triple Tap keypad.
Page 253: The Switchpad
If the HX2 default input method is Keyboard, the input panel is displayed and the Switchpad is closed. The next time the Switchpad is opened, a check mark appears next to Keyboard to show the input method is activated.
Page 254: Administration Mode
Application path and name Application command line Note: The AppLock default Administrator Hotkey must be modified during initial setup of a new device. See Security Panel for instruction. HX2 Reference Guide | Settings | Control Panel | Administration icon Shift+Ctrl+A none none...
Page 255: End-User Mode
AppLock will wait until the correct password is entered. Troubleshooting – Can’t locate the password that has been set by the administrator? Enter the LXE back door key sequence: Ctrl+5 | Ctrl+9 | Ctrl+3 (Does not apply to the Alpha Mode 3 Tap keypad.)
Page 256: Multi-Application Configuration
Option Filename Title Arguments Order HX2 Reference Guide | Settings | Control Panel | Administration icon | Settings | Control Panel | Administration icon Figure 6-4 Application Panel – Multi-Application Explanation Default is blank. Move the cursor to the Filename text box and either type the application path or tap the Browse button (the …...
Page 257: Global Key And The Hx2 With An Alpha Mode 3 Tap Keypad
If the administrator wants the user to be able to switch between multiple locked applications with the keypad, they must remap an HX2 (with an Alpha Mode 3 Tap keypad) function key (F1, F2, F3 or F4) to one of the key combinations defined in Applock as switching keys.
Page 258: Launch Button
(by lowest Order number) and no delay (0 seconds) for all other applications. Note: Launch order is determined by the Order specified in the Application tab. The Order value does not have to be sequential. HX2 Reference Guide Figure 6-5 Application Launch Options Multi-Application Configuration E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 259: Auto Re-Launch
When Auto At Boot and Manual (Launch) are both disabled for a specific application, the application is 1) not placed on the list of approved applications for end-user manual launch and 2) never launched, and 3) not displayed on the Switchpad. E-EQ-HX2RG-D HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 260: Allow Close
When the Menu checkbox is blank, the EUIE menu is not displayed and Navigation functions are unavailable. When the Status checkbox is enabled, the status bar displayed by EUIE gives feedback to the end-user when they are navigating the Internet. HX2 Reference Guide Multi-Application Configuration E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 261: Security Panel
Application text box and the internet application should be entered in the command line. In this case, do not check the Internet checkbox. Security Panel Refer to Global Key and the HX2 with an Alpha Mode 3 Tap Keypad. Administrator Hotkey Specify the key sequence that triggers AppLock to switch between administrator and user modes and the password required to enter Administrator mode.
Page 262: Password
Default value is 20000 milliseconds (20 seconds). Restart timeout -- the time to wait for an application to restart itself before timing out. Default value is 20000 milliseconds (20 seconds). HX2 Reference Guide Passwords and Troubleshooting Multi-Application AppLock Figure 6-7 Options Panel – Multi-Application...
Page 263: Status Panel
Processing status shows the flow control of AppLock components and is mainly intended for LXE Customer Service when helping users troubleshoot problems with their AppLock program. Logging.
Page 264: Log
If the file does not exist, it is created. Clear Status Tap the Clear Status button to clear the status information (generated by the settings in the Log section) from the registry. See Also: HX2 Reference Guide Error Messages. Multi-Application Configuration E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 265: End-User Switching Technique
The touch screen must be enabled. A checkmark indicates applications currently active or available for Launching by the user. When Keyboard is selected, the HX2 default input method (Input Panel, Transcriber, or custom input method) is activated. Using a Stylus Tap When the mobile device enters end-user mode, a Switchpad icon (it looks like three tiny windows one above the other) is displayed in the taskbar.
Page 266: Troubleshooting Multi-Application Applock
When the Administrator is selecting a hotkey sequence to use when switching user modes, they are not allowed to enter key combinations that are reserved by installed software applications. LXE has validated RFTerm key combinations ONLY. When RFTerm is installed on the mobile device and an RFTerm restricted key sequence is...
Page 267: Error Messages
AppLock successfully retrieved the address of the keyboard filter initialization procedure. The Alt key has been pressed and trapped by the HotKey processing. Level LOG_EX LOG_ERROR LOG_PROCESSING LOG_PROCESSING LOG_EX LOG_EX LOG_EX LOG_EX LOG_EX LOG_EX LOG_EX LOG_ERROR LOG_EX LOG_EX HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 268 Decrypt create hash failure Decrypt created hash OK Decrypt failure Decrypt import key failure Decrypt imported key OK HX2 Reference Guide Explanation and/or corrective action Processing the hotkey and backdoor entry The application being locked did not complete initialization. The application initialized itself successfully The application could not be launched by AppLock;...
Page 269 Entering the function that switches the screen mode. In full screen mode, the taskbar is hidden and disabled. Level LOG_ERROR LOG_ERROR LOG_EX LOG_ERROR LOG_ERROR LOG_EX LOG_ERROR LOG_ERROR LOG_EX LOG_ERROR LOG_ERROR LOG_ERROR LOG_ERROR LOG_EX LOG_ERROR LOG_EX LOG_ERROR LOG_ERROR LOG_EX LOG_EX LOG_PROCESSING LOG_PROCESSING LOG_PROCESSING HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 270 Exit password dialog-OK Exit password timeout Exit restart app timer Exit TaskbarScreenMode HX2 Reference Guide Explanation and/or corrective action Processing is at the beginning of the function that retrieves the application information from the registry. Entering the password dialog processing.
Page 271 This message traps a change in the window size and corrects it. Level LOG_PROCESSING LOG_PROCESSING LOG_PROCESSING LOG_PROCESSING LOG_PROCESSING LOG_PROCESSING LOG_PROCESSING LOG_PROCESSING LOG_EX LOG_ERROR LOG_ERROR LOG_ERROR LOG_EX LOG_EX LOG_ERROR LOG_PROCESSING LOG_EX HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 272 Read registry error-hot key Read registry failure-app name Read registry failure-Cmd Line Read registry failure-Internet HX2 Reference Guide Explanation and/or corrective action In addition to preventing the locked application from exiting, AppLock must also prevent the application from enabling the taskbar and resizing the application’s window.
Page 273 The keyboard hook load failed, so AppLock switches to admin mode. If a password is specified, the password prompt is displayed and remains until a valid password is entered. Level LOG_PROCESSING LOG_PROCESSING LOG_ERROR LOG_ERROR LOG_ERROR LOG_ERROR LOG_EX LOG_EX LOG_PROCESSING LOG_PROCESSING LOG_PROCESSING LOG_PROCESSING HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 274 ToUser after admin-no app or cmd line change Unable to move desktop Unable to move taskbar HX2 Reference Guide Explanation and/or corrective action If the keyboard hook initialization fails, AppLock switches to admin mode. . If a password is specified, the password prompt is displayed and remains until a valid password is entered.
Page 275 This message can be used by engineering with other development tools to trouble shoot application lock failures. Output the window size after it has been adjusted by AppLock Level LOG_ERROR LOG_ERROR LOG_EX LOG_EX LOG_EX LOG_EX LOG_EX LOG_EX LOG_EX LOG_EX HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 276: Applock Registry Settings
AppLock Registry Settings This system application runs at startup via the launch feature of LXE Windows CE devices. When the launch feature is installed on the mobile device, the following registry settings are created. The launch feature registry settings are embedded in the mobile device OS image: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\\Software\\LXE\\Persist\\Filename=AppLock.exe...
Page 277: Appendixa Key Maps
(Blue), press the Blue key first then the rest of the key sequence. E-EQ-HX2RG-D Appendix A Key Maps The HX2 default keypad on all HX2s shipped prior to September 2007. Setup requires no user interaction. Set as the default keypad when the Dual Alpha or Triple Tap keypad has been shipped.
Page 278 Up Arrow (Cursor Up) Down Arrow (Cursor Down) Right Arrow (Cursor Right) Left Arrow (Cursor Left) F20 through F24 See Using the 23 Key Keypad for explanation. HX2 Reference Guide First Press This Key Blue Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha times 2...
Page 279 1 and 11111 (Alpha Mode) 2 and 2222 (Alpha Mode) 3 and 3333 (Alpha Mode) 4 and 4444 (Alpha Mode) 5 and 5555 (Alpha Mode) 6 and 6666 (Alpha Mode) 7 and 77777 (Alpha Mode) 8 and 8888 (Alpha Mode) HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 280 * (asterisk) - (dash or minus sign) < > _ (underscore) + (plus sign) “ ‘ & HX2 Reference Guide First Press This Key Then Press This Key Blue Alpha 9 and 99999 (Alpha Mode) 0 and 00 (Alpha Mode)
Page 281: Dual Alpha Keypad
Then press this key Power/Suspend Up Arrow Down Arrow Up Arrow Down Arrow Ctrl Ctrl Green Orange Blue CTRL + ESC Shift -- (alpha is the default setting) BKSP (Backspace) Enter Backspace Up Arrow Down Arrow Down Arrow Up Arrow HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 282 To Get This Dual Alpha Keypad Function Green Home Page Up Page Down HX2 Reference Guide First press these keys . . . Orange Blue Shift 23 Key Keypad Then press this key BKSP (Backspace) Up Arrow Up Arrow BKSP...
Page 283 , (comma) ` (accent) ; (semicolon) = (equal sign) E-EQ-HX2RG-D First press these keys . . . Orange Blue Shift Then press this key Down Arrow Down Arrow Up Arrow Up Arrow BKSP BKSP Down Arrow Down Arrow HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 284 * (asterisk) “ (double quote) | (broken bar) ~ (tilde) < > : (colon) + (plus sign) _ (underscore) HX2 Reference Guide First press these keys . . . Orange Blue Shift 23 Key Keypad Then press this key E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 285: Triple Tap Keypad
Then press this key Power/Suspend Up Arrow Down Arrow Up Arrow Down Arrow Ctrl Ctrl Green Orange Blue CTRL + ESC Shift -- (alpha is the default setting) BKSP (Backspace) Enter Backspace Up Arrow Down Arrow Down Arrow Up Arrow HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 286 To Get This Triple Tap Keypad Function Green Home Page Up Page Down HX2 Reference Guide First press these keys . . . Orange Blue Shift 23 Key Keypad Then press this key BKSP (Backspace) 7777 E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 287 23 Key Keypad To Get This Triple Tap Keypad Function Green E-EQ-HX2RG-D First press these keys . . . Orange Blue Shift Then press this key 9999 7777 9999 2222 3333 4444 5555 6666 77777 8888 99999 HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 288 * (asterisk) “ (double quote) | (broken bar) ~ (tilde) < > : (colon) + (plus sign) _ (underscore) HX2 Reference Guide First press these keys . . . Orange Blue Shift 23 Key Keypad Then press this key E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 289: Appendixb Technical Specifications
1.8 oz 51 g Ring scanner. Max baud rate 230.4Kbps. Main Battery Asynchronous port. Max baud rate 230.4Kbps. Max baud rate 921.6Kbps. Audio / Battery / HX2 Cable 3.50 in 8.89 cm 4.98 in 12.55 cm 1.40 in 3.56 cm Tethered.
Page 290: Display Specifications
-4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 60°C) IEC 60529 compliant to IP54 5% to 90% non-condensing at 104°F (40°C) See HX2 User’s Guide, Appendix B. Resistant to exposure to skin oil and other lubricants. 8 KV air, 4kV direct contact Display Specifications...
Page 291: Network Card Specifications
2.4 to 2.4897 GHz 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps 50 mW max. 1-11 FCC, 1-13 ETSI see HX2 Environmental Specs see HX2 Environmental Specs TCP/IP, Ethernet, ODI 16-bit Compact Flash Type I with 50-pin connector 2.4 - 2.4897 GHz IEEE 802.11b / 802.11g DSSS OFDM...
Page 292: List Of Valid Vk Codes For Ce 5
VK_EXECUTE VK_EXSEL VK_F1 VK_F10 VK_F11 VK_F12 VK_F13 VK_F14 VK_F15 VK_F16 VK_F17 VK_F18 VK_F19 VK_F2 VK_F20 VK_F21 VK_F22 VK_F23 VK_F24 HX2 Reference Guide VK_F3 VK_F4 VK_F5 VK_F6 VK_F7 VK_F8 VK_F9 VK_FINAL VK_HANGUL VK_HANJA VK_HELP VK_HOME VK_HYPHEN VK_INSERT VK_JUNJA VK_KANA VK_KANJI VK_LAUNCH_APP1...
Page 293: Ascii Control Codes
Ctrl-Shift-` VK_CONTROL (0x11) down VK_A (0x41) down WM_CHAR (0x1) VK_A (0x41) up VK_CONTROL (0x11) up Ctrl-b Ctrl-c Ctrl-d Ctrl-e Ctrl-f Ctrl-g Ctrl-h Ctrl-i Ctrl-j Ctrl-k Ctrl-l Ctrl-m Ctrl-n Ctrl-o Ctrl-p Ctrl-q Ctrl-r Ctrl-s Ctrl-t Ctrl-u Ctrl-v Ctrl-w HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 294 Char Control Action CANcel line End of Medium SUBstitute ESCape File Separator Group Separator Record Separator Unit Separator HX2 Reference Guide ASCII Control Codes Ctrl-x Ctrl-y Ctrl-z VK_CONTROL (0x11)down VK_PACKET (0xe7) down WM_CHAR 0x1b VK_PACKET up VK_CONTROL up VK_CONTROL (0x11)down...
Page 295: Hat Encoding
0x95 0x96 0x97 0x98 0x99 0x9A 0x9B 0x9C ~^\\ 0x9D 0x9E 0x9F ~^_ (Underscore) 0xA0 ~ (Tilde and Space) 0xA1 0xA2 ~” 0xA3 0xA4 0xA5 0xA6 ~& 0xA7 ~’ 0xA8 0xA9 0xAA 0xAB 0xAC 0xAD ~- (Dash) HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 296 Ð 0xD0 Ñ 0xD1 Ò 0xD2 Ó 0xD3 Ô 0xD4 Õ 0xD5 Ö 0xD6 Hat Encoded Characters Hex AE through FF HX2 Reference Guide Desired Encoded ASCII ~. (Period) × Ø ~0 (Zero) Ù Ú Û Ü Ý Þ ß...
Page 297: Decimal - Hexadecimal Chart
0x7B 0x7C 0x7D 0x7E 0x7F 0x80 0x81 0x82 0x83 0x84 0x85 0x86 0x87 0x88 0x89 0x8A 0x8B 0x8C 0x8D 0x8E 0x8F 0x90 0x91 0x92 0x93 0x94 0x95 0x96 0x97 0x98 0x99 0x9A 0x9B 0x9C 0x9D 0x9E 0x9F HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 298 HX2 Reference Guide 0xA0 0xC8 0xA1 0xC9 0xA2 0xCA 0xA3 0xCB 0xA4 0xCC 0xA5 0xCD 0xA6 0xCE 0xA7 0xCF 0xA8 0xD0 0xA9 0xD1 0xAA 0xD2 0xAB 0xD3 0xAC 0xD4 0xAD 0xD5 0xAE 0xD6 0xAF 0xD7 0xB0 0xD8 0xB1 0xD9 0xB2...
Page 299: Revision History
Revision B, November 2007 • Chapter 1 – Introduction - Updated Strap Assemblies. Replaced Using the 23 Key Keypad with HX2 Keypads. Added Adjusting the Display Brightness. Added Ring Scanner Strap Kit, Trigger Assembly 20 pack, and Bluetooth Mobile Barcode Readers to Accessories.
Page 300 Revision History HX2 Reference Guide E-EQ-HX2RG-D...
Page 301: Index
Batteries ...274 Battery Backup, details...70 Charge or Discharge buttons for backup battery maintenance ...94 Charging...59 Check status ...27 Critical Suspend state...70 Hotswapping ...70 Important...3 Life Approximate...69 Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) ...69 Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) ...59 Low or Very Low ...70 HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 302 Code ID, Enable ...168 Code IDs ...177 Coldboot ...7, 27 COLDBOOT.EXE...141 Color displays and backlight timers...47 COM Ports...126, 161 Command Prompt...86 Commit button Config ...188 HX2 Reference Guide Global Settings...195 Components ...10 Armband ...18 Back ...12 Battery...16 Cables...15 Connectors ...13 Cradle connector ...13 Front...11...
Page 303 Keypads ...29, 30, 31, 66, 67 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE ...92 Host Connection prerequisites...7 Hotkey AppLock ...245 Hotswapping allowed for Main Battery ...70 hotswapping not allowed network card ...57 HX2 key maps ...261 HX2 Options panel ...105 HX2 Options tab...139 Icons Bluetooth...96 HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 304 ...111 Keyboard Onscreen only ...108 KeyMap modifiers ...112 Keymaps Dual Alpha...265 HX2 Alpha Mode 3 Tap ...261 Triple tap...269 Keypad Alpha Mode 3 Tap ...29, 64 Dual Alpha...30, 66 Triple Tap ...31, 67 Keypad and entering data ...39 Keypad and Input Panel keys ...29...
Page 305 Select a font ...111 Select a key map ...111 Send Key Messages and Wedge ...163, 164 Server contact Avalanche ...150 Set up RFTerm...7 Settings Menu Status tab...157 Setup AppLock ...233 Setup Keypad ...6 Setup new device AppLock ...235 HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 306 Update monitoring ...143 User access power up password ...122 User Certificate on the MX5...229 User Certificates Generating...224 User Idle Timer...44 User-specific application version information...92 Utilities Coldboot...141 HX2 Options tab ...139 Launch ...139 Regedit ...141 Regload ...141 Warmboot ...141 E-EQ-HX2RG-D Index...
Page 307 Windows Explorer...88 Windows OS version ...128 Wireless network configuration...183 Wireless Security Summit Client ...201 Wireless Zero Config Utility ...87 Summit Client ...219 WordPad ...86 WPA LEAP Authentication, Summit ...213 WPA PSK Authentication, Summit...214 WZC icon ...87, 219 HX2 Reference Guide...
Page 308 Index HX2 Reference Guide E-EQ-HX2RG-D...

LXE HX2 Reference Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction

Overview

Getting Started

Components

Assembly

Tapping the Power Key

Tapping the Touchscreen with a Stylus

Calibrating the Touchscreen

HX2 Keypads

Bluetooth

Data Entry

Entering the Applock Activation Key

Setting Timers

Cleaning the Glass Display/Ring Scanner Aperture

Applying the Protective Film to the Screen Display

Strap Assemblies

Getting Help

Chapter 2 Physical Description and Layout

Hardware Configuration

Power Modes

Keypads

Touchscreen

Batteries

HX2 Multi-Charger (Optional)

HX2 Docking/Charging Cradle

Chapter 3 System Configuration

Introduction

Windows CE 5.0

Installed Software

Desktop

Start Menu Program Options

Settings | Control Panel Options

SD Flash Cards, CAB Files and Programs

Activesync / Get Connected Process

Utilities

Wavelink Avalanche Enabler Configuration

Express Scan

Quick Links

Troubleshooting

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