Page 1 PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide ® for Embedded Windows CE .NET...
Page 3 PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide ® for Embedded Windows CE .NET 72E-58094-03 Revision A March 2005...
Page 4 The software is provided strictly on an “as is” basis. All software, including firmware, furnished to the user is on a licensed basis. Symbol grants to the user a non-transferable and non-exclusive license to use each software or firmware program delivered hereunder (licensed program).
Page 5 Revision History Changes to the original manual are listed below: Change Date Description -01 to -02 9/2003 Add Bluetooth functionality. Add CRD8800-4000E, CRD8800B-1000S, CRD8800-4000S operating procedures to Chapter 1 and Chapter 4. Add IPL mode key combination for 15-key keypad. -02 to -03 3/2005 Update battery charging temperature;...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Symbol Support Center ........
Page 8 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Replacing the Handstrap............1-21 Handstrap with Clip .
Page 9 Contents Chapter 3. Settings Introduction ..............3-3 Adjusting Settings .
Page 10 Symbol Settings ........
Page 11 Contents Chapter 5. Applications Introduction ..............5-3 Terminal .
Page 12 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Chapter 7. Bluetooth Introduction ..............7-3 Turning Bluetooth On and Off .
Page 13 Symbol Windows CE SDK ........
Page 14 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Chapter 10. AirBEAM Smart Introduction ..............10-3 AirBEAM Package Builder .
Page 15: About This Guide
® provides information about the PPT 8800 Series terminal using the Windows CE .NET Operating System, and its accessories. The PPT 8800 Series includes the following variations of the terminal: PPT 8800 Performs 1-dimensional scanning and batch communication. Memory configuration: 32 MB ROM/32 MB RAM, optional 128 MB additional CF memory.
Page 16: Notational Conventions
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET • Chapter 3, Settings explains how to adjust settings on the terminal, and add and delete programs. ® • Chapter 4, Communications explains how to use Microsoft ActiveSync™ for communications between the terminal and host computer.
Page 17: Related Documents
Call the Support Center from a phone near the scanning equipment so that the service person can try to talk you through your problem. If the equipment is found to be working properly and the problem is symbol readability, the Support Center will request samples of your bar codes for analysis at our plant.
Page 18: Symbol Support Center
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Note: Symbol Technologies is not responsible for any damages incurred during shipment if the approved shipping container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the warranty. If the original shipping container was not kept, contact Symbol to have another sent to you.
Page 19 Kerkplein 2, 7051 CX Symbol Technologies Norway Postbus 24 7050 AA Hoybratenveien 35 C Varsseveld, Netherlands N-1055 OSLO, Norway 315-271700 (Inside Netherlands) +31-315-271700 (Outside Netherlands) Symbol’s repair depot and shipping address: Symbol Technologies Norway Enebakkveien 123 N-0680 OSLO, Norway +47 2232 4375 xvii...
Page 20 Switchboard: 08 445 29 00 (domestic) Call Center: +46 8 445 29 29 (international) Support E-Mail: Sweden.Support@se.symbol.com If you purchased your Symbol product from a Symbol Business Partner, contact that Business Partner for service. For the latest version of this guide go to:http://www.symbol.com/manuals. xviii...
Page 21 Chapter 1 Getting Started Chapter Contents Introduction ..............1-3 Unpacking the Terminal .
Page 22 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Universal Cable Cup ............1-24 Connecting to the Terminal .
Page 23: Chapter 1. Getting Started
• Quick Reference Guide. Inspect the equipment for damage. If you are missing any equipment or if you find any damaged equipment, contact the Symbol Technologies Support Center immediately. See page xviii for contact information.
Page 24: Parts Of The Terminal
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Parts of the Terminal Scan LED Exit Window LCD Display Right Scan Trigger Keypad (Standard 6-key shown) Figure 1-1. Front View...
Page 25 Getting Started Infrared Port Neckstrap/Handstrap Stylus Silo Connector Tether Reset Button Speaker Left Scan Trigger Serial Port Battery Compartment Microphone Battery Cover Locking Screw Handstrap Connectors Figure 1-2. Back View...
Page 26: Accessories
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Accessories Note: For specific part numbers for PPT 8800 Series accessories, visit the PPT 8800 with WIndows Embedded CE .NET accessory web page: http://www.symbol.com/products/mobile_computers/ ppt8800acc.html. • Spare standard lithium-ion battery.
Page 27: Getting Started
Vehicle Cradle: powers the terminal and charges its battery, and can be used to communicate with other devices such as printers. • Symbol PPT 8800 Software Developer’s Kit (SDK) for Embedded Windows CE .NET. Getting Started In order to start using the terminal for the first time: •...
Page 28 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 3. Insert the lithium-ion battery in the battery compartment with the battery tether positioned as shown, ensuring the battery snaps into place. Tether Figure 1-4. Inserting the Battery Note: Ensure the battery is positioned correctly.
Page 29: Installing The Optional Larger Capacity Battery
Getting Started Installing the Optional Larger Capacity Battery To install the optional larger capacity battery: 1. Remove the bottom of the handstrap from the battery cover. 2. Unscrew the locking screw and remove the battery cover. Figure 1-6. Unscrew Locking Screw 3.
Page 30: Charging The Terminal Battery
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 5. Replace the new battery cover by inserting the top first, then pressing the bottom down firmly. Figure 1-8. Secure New Battery Cover 6. Tighten the locking screw to secure the new battery cover to the terminal.
Page 31: Using The Serial Charging Cable
Getting Started Note: If you remove your lithium-ion battery before the backup battery is fully charged, data may be lost. For this reason, DO NOT remove the battery within the first 24 hours of use. Using the Serial Charging Cable AC Line Cord Serial Charging...
Page 32 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Power Port Power Supply AC Line Cord Figure 1-11. Connecting Power to the CRD8800B Cradle 2. Insert the terminal into the cradle. The terminal starts to charge automatically.
Page 33: Using The Four-Slot Cradles
Getting Started Using the Four-Slot Cradles To charge the terminal’s battery using the Four-Slot Charging Cradle or the Four-Slot Ethernet Cradle: 1. Connect the cradle to a power source. Power Port Power Supply AC Line Cord Figure 1-13. Connecting Power to the Four-Slot Cradle 2.
Page 34: Using The Universal Cable Cup
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Using the Universal Cable Cup To charge the terminal’s battery using the Universal Cable Cup with the vehicle charging adapter or the wall outlet power supply and line cord: 1.
Page 35 Getting Started 7. Wrap the cable around the cable support. Back of Cable Cable Cup Support Figure 1-17. Securing the Cable 8. Connect the other end of the cable to a vehicle power adapter or appropriate power source. Vehicle Charging Adapter Power Supply Figure 1-18.
Page 36: Charging Spare Batteries
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Charging Spare Batteries A spare battery can be charged using the single-slot cradle(s). Note: You can also use a UBC adaptor to charge spare batteries. Refer to the UBC 2000 Universal Battery Charge Product Guide for more information.
Page 37: Using The Crd8800B Single-Slot Cradle
Getting Started Using the CRD8800B Single-Slot Cradle The CRD8800B Single-Slot Serial Cradle charges both the standard and larger capacity battery in the spare battery well. 1. Connect the cradle to a power source. Spare Battery Charging Well Power Port Power Supply Line Cord...
Page 38: Using The Ubc Battery Adapter
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET The spare battery charging LED turns red to indicate that the spare battery is charging. The standard battery usually fully charges in approximately 2 1/2 hours and the optional larger capacity battery usually fully charges in approximately five hours.
Page 39: Charge Led Indicator
When turning the terminal on for the first time, the terminal initializes its Flash File system, the Symbol splash screen displays for about a minute followed by the calibration screen. Note that these screens also appear every time you perform a hard reset.
Page 40 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Note: To re-calibrate the screen at anytime, press on a 15-key terminal or press on a Standard 6-key terminal to launch the calibration screen application. Figure 1-23. Calibration Screen...
Page 41: Checking Battery Power
Getting Started Checking Battery Power To check whether the main battery or backup battery in the terminal is charged, tap Start - Settings - Control Panel. Double-tap the Power icon to display the Power Properties window. (If the Battery tab is not displayed, tap the Battery tab.) Figure 1-24.
Page 42: Handstrap With Clip
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Handstrap with Clip To replace the handstrap: 1. Unhook the bottom of the handstrap from the handstrap connector on the battery cover. 2. Remove the metal piece, threaded through the metal handstrap connector on the back of the terminal.
Page 43: Attaching The Neck Strap
Getting Started Attaching the Neck Strap To attach the neck strap to the terminal: 1. Thread the elastic band on the neck strap through the handstrap connector on the back of the terminal. 2. Slip the strap through the elastic band, and pull it through to secure the strap to the connector.
Page 44: Configuring The Terminal
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Configuring the Terminal Refer to the following chapters to configure the terminal: • For customizing the settings on your terminal, see Chapter 3, Settings. • To set up ActiveSync to synchronize your terminal with your host computer, see Chapter 4, Communications.
Page 45: Removing From The Terminal
Getting Started 2. Insert the terminal into the cable cup. 3. Press down on the two locking tabs. 4. Pull on the cable cup to ensure that it is securely seated on the terminal. Removing from the Terminal 1. Lift the two locking tabs. 2.
Page 46: Connecting Communication Cable
The MSR8800 Magnetic Stripe Reader is an essential accessory for the PPT 8800 Series terminal, allowing easy data capture with the swipe of a magnetic stripe card. The magnetic stripe reader snaps easily on to the bottom of the PPT 8800 Series terminal, and can be easily removed when not in use.
Page 47: Removing The Msr
Getting Started 4. Pull on the MSR to ensure that it is securely seated on the terminal. Locking Tabs Figure 1-30. MSR Installation Removing the MSR 1. Lift the two locking tabs. 2. Pull the MSR8800 from the terminal. Using the MSR In order to use the MSR, your terminal must have an application installed which accepts magnetic stripe data.
Page 48 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 7. Under Terminal, check both checkboxes. 8. Check the Manual Dial checkbox. 9. Tap OK. 10. On the Windows CE Networking dialog, tap OK. 11. Enter a telephone number. It does not need to be a valid number.
Page 49: Charging The Terminal's Battery
Getting Started To disconnect the terminal emulation, select File - Cancel. The session you created appears as an icon in the Terminal folder. You can create a desktop shortcut for the session, and connect by double-tapping it. Charging the Terminal’s Battery The terminal’s battery can be charged while the MSR is installed on the bottom of the terminal, using the Serial Charging Cable (p/n 25-38383-01) and power supply (p/n 50- 14000-107).
Page 50 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 1-30...
Page 51 Chapter 2 Operating the PPT 8800 Chapter Contents Introduction ..............2-3 Using the Power Button .
Page 52 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET...
Page 53: Chapter 2. Operating The Ppt 8800
Operating the PPT 8800 Introduction This chapter provides basic instructions for using and navigating the terminal. Using the Power Button Press the button to turn the terminal on and off. See Starting the Terminal on page 1-19. Adjusting the Backlight Standard 6-Key Configuration Use the key combinations listed in Table 2-1...
Page 54: Using The Stylus
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Using the Stylus Your terminal has a stylus for selecting items and entering information. The stylus functions as a mouse. • Tap: Touch the screen once with the stylus to press option buttons and open menu items.
Page 55: 15-Key Configuration
Operating the PPT 8800 Table 2-3. 6-Key Keyboard Actions (Continued) Action Scroll Up Moves up from one item to another. Increases the brightness of the backlight when simultaneously pressed with the Function key. Scroll Down Moves down from one item to another. Decreases the brightness of the backlight when simultaneously pressed with the Function button.
Page 56 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Scroll Keys Enter Key Power Button Function Key Alpha Key Alphanumberic Keys Figure 2-2. 15-Key Configuration Table 2-4. 15-Key Keyboard Actions Action Alpha Press Alpha to toggle between alpha lower case, alpha uppercase and numeric modes.
Page 57 Operating the PPT 8800 Table 2-5. 15-Key Keyboard Input Modes Numeric Mode Alpha Lowercase Mode Alpha Uppercase Mode FUNC+ Press Press Press Press Press Press Press Press RIGHT SPACE SPACE DOWN DOWN LEFT BK SPC BK SPC ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER Note: The key functions can be changed by an application.
Page 58: Desktop
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Desktop When you power on the terminal, the desktop window appears. Figure 2-3. PPT 8800 Desktop Major functions on the desktop include: • Recycle Bin: Dragging and dropping an unnecessary file on this icon transfers it to Recycle Bin folder and the file is stored there until you empty the bin for deletion.
Page 59: Taskbar
Operating the PPT 8800 Taskbar The Taskbar at the bottom of the window displays the active programs, current time, battery status and communication status. Status Icons Desktop Button Start Button Open Programs Date/Time Properties Figure 2-4. Taskbar Start Button The Start button is used to quickly start a program, find a file, access the settings window or access help.
Page 60: Open Programs
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET • Tapping Help opens Windows CE Help. • Tapping Run opens Run… dialog to open a program. Open Programs If you have a number of programs open, you can use the buttons on the taskbar to toggle between the open programs.
Page 61: Date/Time Properties
Operating the PPT 8800 Table 2-6. Status Icons (Continued) Status Icon Description It is displayed when the terminal is connected to a host computer with a serial cable. Spectrum24 wireless connection status icon. Double-tap to open the Mobile Companion utility (PPT 8846 Only). Bluetooth icon.
Page 62: Entering Information
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Entering Information To enter information, you may: • Use the keypad (15-key configuration only). • Use the input panel (soft keyboard) to enter typed text. • Scan bar code data into data fields.
Page 63: Entering Data Via The Bar Code Scanner (Scan Wedge)
Operating the PPT 8800 Single-tap the Keyboard Input panel icon in the taskbar and tap Keyboard in the menu. 2. On the keyboard input panel, tap the keys with your stylus. Entering Data via the Bar Code Scanner (Scan Wedge) Using the Scan Wedge program, the integrated bar code scanner can scan data into data fields in the same way data is entered via the keyboard.
Page 64: Scan Led Indicator
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Scan LED Indicator See Parts of the Terminal on page 1-4 for the location of the Scan LED on the terminal. Table 2-7. Scan LED Indicator LED Status Indication Not scanning.
Page 65: Resetting The Terminal
Operating the PPT 8800 Resetting the Terminal If the terminal stops responding to input, reset it. Performing a Soft Reset A soft reset restarts the terminal and saves all stored records and entries. Caution Files that remain open during a soft reset may not be retained. DO NOT perform a soft reset if the terminal is suspended.
Page 66 Figure 2-8. Reset Button 3. Release the Function key. 4. Replace the battery cover. 5. Press 6. As the terminal initializes its Flash File system, the Symbol splash screen displays for about a minute. 7. Calibrate the screen. See Calibrating the Screen on page 1-19 to perform an initial setup of the terminal.
Page 67 Chapter 3 Settings Chapter Contents Introduction ..............3-3 Adjusting Settings .
Page 68 Symbol Settings ........
Page 69: Chapter 3. Settings
Settings Introduction This chapter provides basic instructions for customizing your terminal by adjusting settings. Adjusting Settings To view available options for your terminal settings, tap Start - Settings - Control Panel. Figure 3-1. Control Panel Window Table 3-1 lists the applications available in the Control Panel. Table 3-1.
Page 70 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Table 3-1. Control Panel Applications (Continued) Icon Description Configure device management, install and view available software. See Device Management on page 3-9 for more information. Set dialing properties for modem communication and change telephony settings.
Page 71 Settings Table 3-1. Control Panel Applications (Continued) Icon Description Change owner's personal profiles. See Owner on page 3-27 for more information. Change owner's password and set security options. See Password on page 3- 30 for more information. Change settings for connectivity of a host computer. See PC Connection on page 3-31 for more information.
Page 72 Table 3-1. Control Panel Applications (Continued) Icon Description Change settings unique to the PPT 8800. See Symbol Settings on page 3-43 for more information. View system information, and change memory settings. See System on page 3- 48 for more information.
Page 73: Certificates
Settings Certificates Certificates are used by some applications for establishing trust and for secure communications. Certificates are signed and issued by certificate authorities and are valid for a prescribed period of time. Windows CE manages multiple certificate stores. 1. Select Start - Settings - Control Panel. 2.
Page 74: Date/Time
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Date/Time Use the Date/Time Properties window to change the date, time and time zone information. 1. Select Start - Settings - Control Panel. 2. Double-tap the Date/Time icon.
Page 75: Device Management
Settings Device Management Device Management is one of the key requirements for deploying embedded devices in the Enterprise scenario. A wide variety of enterprises can benefit from having devices that are manageable off the shelf. Managing devices involves being able to distribute software, keep track of software and hardware, inventory, and configure devices remotely.
Page 76: Provisioning
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 3. Select the Configure tab. Figure 3-4. Device Management - Configure Tab 4. In the Current management server field, enter the name of the new device management server.
Page 77: Polling The Management Server
Settings Note: Provisioning requires that an application capable of displaying html pages is available. Polling the Management Server Ensure that provisioning the terminal is complete before polling. 1. In the Device Management window, select the Configure tab. 2. Enter the name of the correct device management server in the Current management server field.
Page 78: Installing Optional Packages
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Installing Optional Packages If your system administrator has made optional packages available for the terminal, you can install them using the following steps: 1. Select the Software Packages tab.
Page 79 Settings Figure 3-6. Device Management - Information Tab 3-13...
Page 80: Dialing
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Dialing Use the Dialing Properties window to set dialing properties for modem communication and change telephony settings. Adjusting Dialing Location Settings 1. Select Start - Settings - Control Panel.
Page 81: Adjust Dialing Patterns
Settings Adjust Dialing Patterns To edit dialing patterns: 1. In the Dialing Properties window, tap Edit. Figure 3-8. Edit Dialing Patterns Window 2. Using the codes listed in Table 3-2, revise the dialing patterns as required. Note: If you need to use characters other than the ones listed in Table 3- 2, use manual dialing.
Page 82 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Table 3-2. Dialing Characters (Continued) Enter Pulse-dial the following numbers Transfer to another extension (0.5 sec on hook, 0.5 ! (hookflash) sec off hook) Wait for “quiet answer” (typically indicated by 6.5...
Page 83: Display
Settings Display Use the Display Properties window to change desktop background, appearance, backlight and brightness settings. Selecting a Background Image To change the background image on the desktop: 1. Select Start - Settings - Control Panel. 2. Double-tap the Display icon. Select the Background tab. Figure 3-9.
Page 84: Creating A Custom Color Scheme
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 1. Select the Appearance tab. Figure 3-10. Display Properties - Appearance Tab 2. From the Scheme: drop-down list, select a scheme. 3. View your choice in the preview box. If you like the scheme, tap Apply.
Page 85 Settings 1. Select the Backlight tab. Figure 3-11. Display Properties - Backlight Tab 2. Make desired selections. Refer to Table 3-3 for backlight settings. Note: When you perform a hard reset all settings selected in this view return to the default settings. The settings are maintained after a soft reset.
Page 86: Changing The Backlight Brightness
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Table 3-3. Backlight Settings (Continued) Status Conditions of light On/Off Default (Hard Reset) On External Select the Turn off backlight if device is Checkbox is selected. Power not used for checkbox to turn off the...
Page 87 Settings 2. Select one of the brightness levels listed in Table 3-4. Table 3-4. Brightness Settings Brightness Comment Power save Power-saving mode. Default after hard reset. Low Bright Slightly dark Med Bright Medium High Bright Slightly bright Super Bright Very bright Note: Backlight brightness goes to “Power save”...
Page 88: Input Panel
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Input Panel Use the Input Panel Properties window to switch input methods and set input options. 1. Select Start - Settings - Control Panel. 2. Double-tap the Input Panel icon.
Page 89: Irda
Settings IrDA Use the IrDA Settings window to enable or disable the IrDA. 1. Select Start - Settings - Control Panel. 2. Double-tap the IrDA icon. The IrDA Settings window appears. Figure 3-15. IrDA Settings Window 3. Select either Enable IrDA ports or Disable IrDA ports radio button. 4.
Page 90: Keyboard
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Keyboard Use the Keyboard Properties window to change the keyboard repeat rate and delay. You can also assign a function to each key on the terminal’s keyboard in this window.
Page 91: Program Button Assignment
Settings Program Button Assignment Note: In addition to key functions, you can assign an application to a key. Then you can open a frequently used application by pressing one key. To assign a function to a key on the keypad: 1.
Page 92 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Table 3-5. Available Button Functions (Continued) Function Description Backlight Turns backlight On/Off. Decrease Decreases brightness of backlight. brightness Increase Increases brightness of backlight. brightness UP cursor Moves the cursor up a line.
Page 93: Owner
Settings To restore defaults at anytime tap Restore Defaults. Defaults are also restored when you hard reset the terminal. Table 3-6 lists the default button/key assignments. Table 3-6. Default Button Assignments Standard 6-key Keypad 15-key Keypad Button/Key Default Button/Key Default Trigger Trigger Trigger...
Page 94 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 3. Select the Identification tab. Figure 3-18. Owner Properties Window - Identification Tab 4. Fill in or edit the data as desired. 5. To have this information displayed when you start the terminal, select the Display Owner Identification check box.
Page 95 Settings 7. To setup identification for remote networks, select the Network ID tab. Enter the user name, password, and domain name you use to log on to the remote network. Figure 3-20. Owner Properties Window - Network Tab After the information is entered and the Display owner identification/notes check boxes are selected, the Welcome window appears whenever the terminal is powered on.
Page 96: Password
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Password Change the owner's password and set security options. Caution If you forget your password, or if your terminal has become corrupted and resetting doesn't work, you must perform a hard reset. Performing a hard reset erases all files and data that you have created, and programs you have installed.
Page 97: Pc Connection
Settings PC Connection The PC Connection Properties window allows you to set the baud rate that the terminal will communicates with the host computer. 1. Select Start - Settings - Control Panel. 2. Double-tap the PC Connection icon. Figure 3-23. PC Connection Properties Window 3.
Page 98: Power
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Power The Power Properties window allows you to view the status of the main and backup batteries and set power management options. Checking Battery Power Status 1. Select Start - Settings - Control Panel.
Page 99: Setting Up Power Schemes
Settings • Set the terminal to turn off when idle. While on battery power, the terminal automatically turns off, or suspends operation, if you haven't touched the keyboard or used the stylus for three minutes. Maximize battery life by shortening this time. •...
Page 100: Checking The Power Levels
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Note: Shorter times help conserve battery power. Checking the Power Levels 1. Select the Device Status tab. Figure 3-27. Power Properties - Device Status Tab All components that have active power management enabled appear in the left column with their current power level in the right column.
Page 101: Regional Settings
Settings Regional Settings With Regional Settings, you can change the way the terminal displays dates, times, currency amounts, large numbers, and numbers with decimal fractions. You can also choose the metric or U.S. system of measurement. You can also choose from a large number of input locales. When you switch to another input locale, some programs offer special features, such as font characters or spell checkers designed for different languages.
Page 102 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 4. Select the Number tab. Figure 3-29. Regional Settings Properties - Number Tab 5. Select desired options. The characteristics available are determined by the region selected on the Region tab.
Page 103 Settings 8. Select the Time tab. Figure 3-31. Regional Settings Properties - Time Tab 9. Select desired options. The characteristics available are determined by the region selected on the Region tab. 10. Select the Date tab. Figure 3-32. Regional Settings Properties Window - Date Tab 11.
Page 104: Remove Programs
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Remove Programs To remove programs that were loaded onto the terminal: 1. Select Start - Settings - Control Panel. 2. Double-tap the Remove Programs icon. 3. From the programs list, select the program you want to remove.
Page 105: Storage Manager
Settings Storage Manager The Storage Properties window allows you to manage your storage media and disk partitions. Figure 3-34. Storage Properties Window Managing Storage Devices Available storage devices are listed by device name in the Store Info: drop-down list. To view information about the disk or perform store operations, select a device from the list.
Page 106: Creating A New Partition
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Creating A New Partition To create a new partition, select a storage device from the Store info: list and tap New. 1. Type the name of the new partition.
Page 107: Stylus
Settings Stylus Use the Stylus Properties window to calibrate the touch screen and adjust double-tap timing. Adjusting the Stylus Double-tap Rate 1. Select Start - Settings - Control Panel. 2. Double-tap the Stylus icon. Figure 3-35. Stylus Properties - Double-Tap Tab 3.
Page 108 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 2. Double-tap the Stylus icon. Figure 3-36. Stylus Properties - Calibration Tab 3. Select the Calibration tab. 4. In the Calibration tab, tap Recalibrate. 5. Tap a target with the stylus and following the on-screen messages.
Page 109: Symbol Settings
1. Select Start - Settings - Control Panel. 2. Double-tap the Symbol Settings icon. Figure 3-37. Symbol Settings - Wakeups Tab You can set the terminal to go into sleep mode with the power button or set it to go into sleep mode automatically by an automatic power-off function.
Page 110: Settings Tab
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Table 3-7. Wakeup Conditions Status Description Action Conditions for wakeup Power Off When the terminal goes into Trigger Trigger button is pressed. sleep mode by pressing the WLAN Wireless LAN access the terminal.
Page 111: System Tab
The default setting is Off after a hard reset. The selected setting is maintained after soft reset. System Tab The System tab displays terminal system data. 1. Select Start - Settings - Control Panel. 2. Double-tap the Symbol Settings icon. 3. Select the System tab. Figure 3-39. Symbol Setting - System Tab 3-45...
Page 112: Config Tab
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET In the System tab you can view system data. Refer to Table 3-9 for field descriptions. Table 3-9. System Tab Data Item Description Format UUID Inherent value of built-in flash XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX ROM.
Page 113 Settings 3. Select the Config tab. Figure 3-40. Symbol Settings - Config Tab 3-47...
Page 114: System
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET System Use the System Properties window to view general system properties, change memory settings, input device name and view copyright information. General Tab The General tab view displays general system settings: 1.
Page 115: Programs Located In Rom And Ram
Settings 3. Select the Memory tab. Figure 3-42. System - Memory Tab 4. To adjust RAM allocation move the slider to allocate more memory for programs or storage. If you don't have enough space for a file, increase the amount of storage memory.
Page 116: Copyrights Tab
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 3. Select the Device Name tab. Figure 3-43. System Properties - Device Name Tab 4. Enter a device name for the terminal in the Device name (without spaces): field.
Page 117 Settings 3. Tap the Copyrights tab. Figure 3-44. System Properties - Copyrights Tab 3-51...
Page 118: Volume & Sounds
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Volume & Sounds Use the Volume & Sounds Properties window to set event sounds and volume options. Adjusting Volume and Sounds 1. Select Start - Settings - Control Panel.
Page 119: Adjusting Microphone Gain
Settings 3. Select the Sound tab. Figure 3-46. Volume & Sounds Properties - Sounds Tab 4. From the Event: drop-down list, select an event. 5. From the Sound: drop-down list, select a sound. To remove a sound from the selected event, select (None). 6.
Page 120 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 3. Select the Microphone tab. Figure 3-47. Volume & Sound Properties - Microphone Tab 4. Move the slider to adjust the microphone gain. Table 3-10 list the sensitivity settings for a microphone.
Page 121 Chapter 4 Communications Chapter Contents Introduction ..............4-3 Installing Communication Software .
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Page 123: Chapter 4. Communications
Communications Introduction Your PPT 8800 Series terminal is capable of communicating with a number of hosts, including development PCs, serial devices, printers, etc. The available accessories serve as essential data communication devices, enabling you to synchronize the information on your terminal with the information on your host device using ActvieSync. With the appropriate accessory and software, the terminal can establish a number of connection types, such as a serial connection and a modem connection.
Page 124: Setting Up A Partnership
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET • Select the types of information to synchronize, and control how much data is synchronized. To install ActiveSync on your host computer: 1. Download version 3.7 or higher of the software from http://www.microsoft.com.
Page 125 Communications 1. If the Get Connected window does not appear, select Start - Programs - Microsoft ActiveSync. Figure 4-1. Get Connected Window 2. Connect the terminal to the host computer. 3. On the host computer, select Next in the Getting Connected window.
Page 126 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 4. The host computer and the terminal will attempt to synchronize. The New Partnership window appears. Figure 4-2. New Partnership Window 5. Click the Yes radio button and then select Next. The New Partnership/Select Number of Partnerships window appears.
Page 127 Communications 6. Select Next. The New Partnership/Select Synchronization Settings window appears. Figure 4-4. Select Synchronization Settings Window 7. To synchronize file, click on Files check box. The File Synchronization window appears. Figure 4-5. File Synchronization Folder Confirmation 8. Select OK to display the Setup Complete window.
Page 128 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 9. Select Next. Figure 4-6. Setup Complete Window 10. Select Finish. Figure 4-7. ActiveSync Connected Window During the first synchronization, information stored on your host computer is copied to your terminal.
Page 129: Installing Econnect
Note: eConnect is needed when establishing a connection using the Four- Slot Serial or Four-Slot Ethernet cradles. To install eConnect, download it (for Windows CE .NET) from http://devzone.symbol.com. Follow the installation instructions included to install the software on your terminal.
Page 130 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 2. Start ActiveSync if it is not running on the host computer. To start, select Start - Programs - Microsoft ActiveSync. Figure 4-8. ActiveSync - Not Connected 4-10...
Page 131 Communications 3. In the ActiveSync window, select File - Connection Settings and ensure the selections shown in Figure 4-9 are made. (Select the appropriate COM port for your host computer.) Figure 4-9. Connection Settings 4. Select OK to save any changes made. 5.
Page 132 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 8. Tap OK. Note: Every terminal should have a unique device name. Never try to synchronize more than one terminal to the same name. See Device Name Tab on page 3-49 for instructions on changing the device name.
Page 133: Using The Single-Slot Serial Cradle
Communications 10. Upon connection, synchronization occurs automatically. Using the Single-Slot Serial Cradle Note: The following procedures pertain to both the CRD8800-1000S and CRD8800B-1000S Single-Slot Serial cradles. 1. Ensure that ActiveSync was installed on the host computer and a partnership was created.
Page 134 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 3. In the ActiveSync window, select File - Connection Settings and ensure the selections shown in Figure 4-13 are made. (Select the appropriate COM port for your host computer.) Figure 4-13.
Page 135 Communications 8. Tap OK. Note: Every terminal should have a unique device name. Never try to synchronize more than one terminal to the same name. See Device Name Tab on page 3-49 for instructions on changing the device name. 9. Connect your CRD8800-1000S cradle to your host computer as shown in Figure 4-15.
Page 136: Using The Four-Slot Serial Cradle
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 10. Turn on the terminal and slide it into the cradle. CRD8800-1000S CRD8800-1000S Figure 4-16. Inserting the Terminal in the Cradle Note: The serial charging cable requires a dedicated port. It cannot share a port with an internal modem or other device.
Page 137 Communications 2. Start ActiveSync if it is not running on the host computer. To start, select Start - Programs - Microsoft ActiveSync. Figure 4-17. ActiveSync - Not Connected 4-17...
Page 138 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 3. In the ActiveSync window, select File - Connection Settings and ensure the selections shown in Figure 4-18 are made. (Select the appropriate COM port for your host computer.) Figure 4-18.
Page 139 Communications 8. Tap OK. Note: Every terminal should have a unique device name. Never try to synchronize more than one terminal to the same name. See Device Name Tab on page 3-49 for instructions on changing the device name. 9. Connect your CRD8800-4000S cradle to your host computer as shown in Figure 4-15.
Page 140 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 10. Turn on the terminal and slide it into the cradle. Figure 4-21. Inserting the Terminal in the Four-Slot Serial Cradle Note: The serial charging cable requires a dedicated port. It cannot share a port with an internal modem or other device.
Page 141: Using A Four-Slot Ethernet Cradle
Communications Using a Four-Slot Ethernet Cradle The CRD8800-4000E Four-Slot Ethernet Cradle allows communication between terminals and their associated host computers connected to an Ethernet network using ActiveSync and eConnect. The CRD8800-4000E must be connected to an Ethernet network which is connected to the same network as the host computers, or an Ethernet network connected to the larger Internet via an Internet gateway.
Page 142: Static Mode
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET enters Panic mode and re-boots. If the cradle receives no response from the server and is unable to re-bind, it enters Panic mode and re-boots. Caution In 6 DHCP address mode, the cradle must acquire 6 addresses from the DHCP server by requesting addresses with different requestor IDs.
Page 143: Configuring The Cradle For Dhcp Address Mode
Communications 3. Configure the cradle. See Configuring the Cradle for DHCP Address Mode on page 4-23 or Configuring the Cradle for Static Mode on page 4-25. 4. Power up the cradle; the cradle performs a power-up sequence, then attempts to collect its network parameters from the DHCP server.
Page 144 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET configuration interface. The Cradle Utilities Version screen appears on the host computer: Cradle Utilities Version x.xx Firmware Datecode: xxxxxxxx 1: Public network settings 2: Advanced settings 3: PPP settings...
Page 145: Configuring The Cradle For Static Mode
Communications b. Press 1 to enable or 0 to disable Static mode. The Public network settings menu re-appears with the new Static Mode value. c. Press 2 to set the NAPT Mode. The NAPT Mode selection appears: Enter ‘1’ to enable NAPT mode Enter ‘0’...
Page 146 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET configuration interface. The Cradle Utilities Version screen appears on the host computer: Cradle Utilities Version x.xx Firmware Datecode: xxxxxxxx 1: Public network settings 2: Advanced settings 3: PPP settings...
Page 147: Network Address Translation (Napt)
Communications Enter the new internet gateway IP address at the prompt. e. Select 5 to access the first set the DNS IP addresses prompt. Enter the first new DNS IP address at the prompt. f. Select 6 to access the second set the DNS IP addresses prompt. Enter the second new DNS IP address at the prompt.
Page 148: Inter-Connecting Cradles
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET The cradle modifies one IP address and port number pair inside a TCP/IP and UDP/IP packet header. Those packets going to the outside network have their source address translated to the IP address of the cradle and their source port changed to a unique port number associated with the cradle slot from which it came.
Page 149: Configuration Of The Host Computer
Communications Note: You must use a 8 VDC 5 A power supply on the serial cradle being connected to the ethernet cradle. 2. Plug one end of the inter-cradle cable into the Expansion Connector modular jack labeled EXPANSION on the back of the first cradle. Serial Cradle Ethernet Cradle Inter-Cradle Cable...
Page 150: Configuration Of The Terminal
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET You may have other options selected, for example, Allow serial cable or infrared connection to this COM port. d. Click OK. Note: Before communicating through an ethernet connection, you must create a partnership between your terminal and your host computer.
Page 151: Communication
Communications Communication To communicate with a host computer over a network: 1. Insert the terminal into the cradle or a slot on an interconnected serial cradle.This initiates the communication between the terminal and the host computer to automatically ActiveSync the terminal. All local slots in the cradle operate simultaneously.
Page 152: Communication Led Indicator
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Communication LED Indicator Table 4-1. Communication LED Indicator Indication Terminal not in cradle; terminal not placed correctly; cradle is not powered. Solid Red Terminal is present, but communication has not started.
Page 153: Using The Universal Cable Cup
Communications Using the Universal Cable Cup 1. Ensure that ActiveSync was installed on the host computer and a partnership was created. See Installing ActiveSync on page 4-3 and Setting up a Partnership on page 4-4. 2. Start ActiveSync if it is not running on the host computer. To start, select Start - Programs - Microsoft ActiveSync.
Page 154 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 7. Open the rubber cap covering the serial port. Rubber Connector Screws Figure 4-27. Connecting the Communication Cable 8. Connect the cable connector to the serial port. 9. Secure the connector to the cable cup by tightening the two connector screws.
Page 155: Serial Communication
Communications Serial Communication The UCC 8800 Universal Cable Cup provides the ability to connect the terminal to printers and vending machines. 1. Ensure that locking tabs are in the open position (up). 2. Insert the terminal into the cable cup. 3.
Page 156: Connecting To The Internet On A Wireless Network
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Connecting to the Internet on a Wireless Network With a PPT 8846 terminal, you can connect to the Internet across a wireless network. To set up a wireless connection: 1.
Page 157 Communications 5. The Mobile Companion Mode tab appears. Figure 4-31. Mobile Companion - Mode Tab 6. The profile name and ESSID name appears in the respective fields. 7. In the Operating Mode: list, select Infrastructure. 8. Tap the Encryption tab. Figure 4-32.
Page 158 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 10. Tap the IP Config tab. Figure 4-33. Mobile Companion - IP Config Tab (DHCP) 11. In the IP Type drop-down menu, select either DHCP or Static. If you select static IP, enter the required data in the fields that appear in the window.See your network administrator for this information.
Page 159 Chapter 5 Applications Chapter Contents Introduction ..............5-3 Terminal .
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Page 161: Chapter 5. Applications
Applications Introduction To open an application installed on the terminal, tap Start - Programs. When the Programs menu list displays, tap the program name to launch it.Table 5-1 lists the factory installed applications that appear on the Programs menu. Figure 5-1. Programs Menu Table 5-1.
Page 162 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Table 5-1. Program Description Icon Program Name Description AirBEAM The AirBEAM Smart staging support is intended to speed up and Staging simplify the process of staging custom or updated operating software onto mobile devices directly from manufacturing.
Page 163: Terminal
Applications Terminal Use Terminal to connect to an online service or corporate server that requires TTY or VT- 100 terminal emulation. For example, you can view and download files from a bulletin board or send and receive e-mail. Use Terminal only when communicating with services that require terminal emulation.
Page 164: Activesync
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 4. To modify the emulation settings, select the Emulation tab. 5. In the Choose an emulation type list, select the type of terminal to emulate. 6. In the Code page selection list, select the code page option for the character set you want.
Page 165: Command Prompt
Applications 3. Open a new Windows Explorer and browse to the file that you want to copy on your terminal or host computer. 4. Do one of the following: To copy the file to your terminal, right-click the file and select Copy. Place the cursor in the desired folder on your terminal, right-click, and select Paste.
Page 166: Datasync
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET DataSync Use DataSync to synchronize data between the terminal and host computer. 1. Connect the terminal to the host computer. 2. Ensure that ActiveSync is running on the host computer.
Page 167: Remote Desktop
Applications Remote Desktop Using the Remote Desktop connection you can log onto a Windows Terminal Server and use all programs installed on this server. For example, instead of running Microsoft Pocket Word, you can run the desktop version of Microsoft Word. Connecting to a Terminal Server To connect to a terminal server: 1.
Page 168: Disconnecting And Ending A Session
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Note: If you previously disconnected from a Terminal Server without ending the session, the Terminal Server will continue to execute any running processes. Remote Desktop Connection can later...
Page 169: Internet Explorer
Applications Internet Explorer With Internet Explorer, you can view Internet or intranet Web pages on your terminal. You need to use a modem, an Ethernet connection or a Spectrum24 connection to connect to an Internet service provider (ISP) or network. To open Internet Explorer, tap Start - Programs - Internet Explorer.
Page 170: Setting Up A Proxy Server
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Note: If you select Internet Explorer before setting up the network connections, a window may appear allowing you to proceed to the connection settings window. After you select your settings, you return to Internet Explorer.
Page 171: Media Player
Applications Media Player With Windows Media Player on the PPT 8800 you can play digital audio and video files that are stored on your terminal. The Media Player is supplied as part of the SDK and can be installed on the terminal. To open Windows Media Player, select Start - Programs - Media Player.
Page 172: Scansamp2
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET ScanSamp2 The sample scanning application enables the terminal’s scanner, allows the user to change scan parameters, and displays scanned data. To access ScanSamp2 select Start - Programs - ScanSamp2.
Page 173 (length of decode beep) • beeper frequency (tone) • LED-on time (length of time LED remains on upon decode) • Wav File (sound of decode beep) • Code ID (AIM, Symbol) • Scan type (foreground, background, monitor). Figure 5-11. Parameter Window 5-15...
Page 174 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET • Tapping Codes allows the selection of the code types the terminal is able to decode, and allows you to set the options for each code type. (Param and Length buttons.)
Page 175: Windows Explorer
Applications Windows Explorer Windows Explorer allows you to browse, cut, copy, paste, and delete files as well as execute the program. To open Windows Explorer select Start - Programs - Windows Explorer. Menu Bar Button Bar Address Bar Figure 5-13. Windows Explorer Window Windows Explorer contains a button bar, menu bar and address bar that allows you to navigate organize files on the terminal.
Page 176: Network And Dialup Connections
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Network and Dialup Connections The Network and Dialup Connection is used to access network resources from a remote location. First, a connection is established with the remote computer, and then the Windows CE based device, or client, can upload and download files.
Page 177 Chapter 6 Spectrum24 Network Configuration Chapter Contents Introduction ..............6-3 Mobile Companion .
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Page 179: Chapter 6. Spectrum24 Network Configuration
Spectrum24 Network Configuration Introduction Wireless LANs allow PPT 8846 terminals to communicate wirelessly, and to send captured data “real time” to a host device. Before a terminal can be used on a Spectrum24 LAN your facility must be set up with the equipment required to run the wireless LAN and the terminal must be properly configured.
Page 180 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET adapter and the wireless network. Tap the icon on the task tray to open the Mobile Companion menu. Mobile Companion Menu Mobile Companion icon Figure 6-1. Mobile Companion Menu When the menu opens, the user can select Status, Find WLANs, WLAN Profiles or Options menu options.
Page 181: Finding Wlans
Spectrum24 Network Configuration Table 6-1. Mobile Companion Menu Descriptions (Continued) Menu Item Description Status (Contd) APs tab - displays APs with the same ESSID as the current terminal profile. The terminal's roaming capabilities can be set from this tab. Peers tab - displays the BSSIDs, power modes, transmit rates and data rates of other networked clients within the Ad Hoc (peer-to- peer) network.
Page 182 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Select Find WLANs from the Mobile Companion menu to locate the APs in the area. The Mobile Companion window displays the available WLAN networks. Figure 6-2. Available WLAN Networks 1.
Page 183 AP. Select International if using the terminal with a non-Symbol AP or a pre AP-4131 model. 6. Select the Encryption tab to set the terminal profile security level.
Page 184 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET The AP and the terminal are required to use the same encryption algorithm to associate and transmit data. If an AP is set to Open System and an adapter is set to 40-bit or 128-bit, no association takes place.
Page 185 Spectrum24 Network Configuration Tap Passkey to display the Passkey window. Enter an easy- to-remember 4 to 26 character string to be used as the WEP algorithm. Tap OK. The AP transforms the Passkey string into a set of four WEP keys using MD5 algorithms and displays them in the WEP fields.
Page 186 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET • Select Static to manually assign the IP, subnet mask, default gateway, DNS and WINS addresses used by the terminal profile. Figure 6-6. Mobile Companion - IP Config Tab (Static)
Page 187 Spectrum24 Network Configuration ® WINS WINS is a Microsoft Net BIOS name server. WINS eliminates the broadcasts needed to resolve computer names to IP addresses by providing a cache or database of translations. 9. Select the Power tab to set the Radio Transmission Power level and the Power Saving Modes for the terminal profile.
Page 188: Status
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET • Choose 50%, 25% or 10% to set the transmit power level to that percentage of the maximum power level. • Choose Minimum power to set the terminal to the lowest transmission power level.
Page 189 Spectrum24 Network Configuration displayed. Signal quality is an indicator of how clearly the adapter can hear the associated AP. Figure 6-8. Mobile Companion - Signal Tab Missed Beacons Displays the amount of beacons (uniform system packets broadcast by the AP to keep the network synchronized) missed by the terminal.
Page 190 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 2. Select the Info tab to view the terminal’s current software and driver revision data as well as the operating parameters of the current profile. Figure 6-9. Mobile Companion - Info Tab...
Page 191 Spectrum24 Network Configuration 3. Select the IP Status tab to view the terminal’s network address information. Unlike the IP Config tab in Finding WLANs, the IP Status tab is view only with no user- configurable data fields. Figure 6-10. Mobile Companion - IP Status Tab IP Type If DHCP was selected from the IP Config tab, leased IP address and network address data displays for the terminal.
Page 192 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET The Domain Name System (DNS) is a distributed Internet directory service. DNS is used mostly to translate domain names and IP addresses. It is also used to control Internet e- mail delivery.
Page 193 Spectrum24 Network Configuration 10. Select the APs tab to view APs with the same ESSID as the terminal’s profile. Figure 6-12. Mobile Companion - APs Tab The associated AP displays a radio wave radiating from its antenna to indicate its associated status.
Page 194: Setting Options
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET adapter has been out of the Ad Hoc network. Tap Refresh to update the Peers tab to the latest Ad Hoc network performance and terminal membership data. Figure 6-13. Mobile Companion - Peers Tab...
Page 195: Changing Profiles
Spectrum24 Network Configuration previously disabled, refresh the Available WLAN Networks tab to display the Ad Hoc networks available to the terminal. 3. Select the Disable Profile Roaming checkbox to disable the terminal from roaming and associating to APs with country codes other than the United States. 4.
Page 196: Editing A Profile
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET environments. When the WLAN Profiles initially displays, existing profiles appear in the WLAN Profiles list. Figure 6-16. Mobile Companion - WLAN Profiles Select a profile from the list and tap Connect to set that profile as the active profile. The active profile displays the transmit and receive icon to the left.
Page 197 Chapter 7 Bluetooth Chapter Contents Introduction ..............7-3 Turning Bluetooth On and Off .
Page 198 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Socket OBEX ..............7-41 Sending a File .
Page 199: Chapter 7. Bluetooth
Bluetooth Introduction The PPT 8860 terminal provides Bluetooth communication with Bluetooth enabled devices such as phones, printers, access points (APs) and other terminals. Turning Bluetooth On and Off Turn off the Bluetooth radio to save power or if entering an area with radio restrictions (e.g., an airplane).
Page 200 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 2. The Bluetooth radio transmitter turns off. The Bluetooth icon becomes gray, as well as relevant menu options. Figure 7-2. Bluetooth Menu - Turning Transmitter On 3. To turn the Bluetooth radio transmitter back on, tap the gray Bluetooth icon.
Page 201: Connecting To A Bluetooth Phone
Bluetooth Connecting to a Bluetooth Phone The Get Connected! Wizard guides you through a one-time setup process that prepares the terminal and a Bluetooth enabled phone for connection. The wizard varies depending on the phone. Ericsson, Nokia 6210, NTT DoCoMo, Sony Phones 1.
Page 202 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 2. Tap Next >. Figure 7-4. Select Your Phone Window 3. In the My Bluetooth phone is: drop-down list, select a Bluetooth phone. The wizard provides tailored instructions based on the selection. Tap Next >.
Page 203 Bluetooth 5. Read the instructions and perform the task on the phone then tap Next >. The terminal searches for a Bluetooth phone. When the search is complete, a list of discovered Bluetooth phones appears. Figure 7-6. Get Connected! - Select Device Window 6.
Page 204: Motorola Timeport 270C, Nokia 3650/6310/7650/8910/8910I
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 8. Enter the passkey. Tap Reply. 9. The phone may then either automatically accept the passkey or ask you to enter one. If prompted for a passkey, use the same one entered on the terminal.
Page 205 Bluetooth 2. Tap Next >. Figure 7-9. Select Your Phone Window 3. In the My Bluetooth phone is drop-down list, select a Bluetooth phone. The wizard provides tailored instructions based on the selection. Tap Next >. 4. The next window(s) vary and provide instructions for preparing the phone for Bluetooth connections.
Page 206 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 5. Read the instructions and perform the task on the phone. Tap Next >. The terminal searches for a Bluetooth phone. When the search is complete, a list of discovered Bluetooth phones appears.
Page 207: Bluetooth Configuration
Bluetooth Bluetooth Configuration The terminal uses a Bluetooth radio to communicate with other Bluetooth enabled devices and must be set up properly to do so. This section provides instructions for setting up the terminal to enable, find and communicate with other devices. Configuring the Terminal To configure the PPT 8860: 1.
Page 208: Assigning Com Ports
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Note: Connectable, Use Authentication, and Use Encryption are also not required for printing or dial-up networking applications. 4. Select the Connectable checkbox to enable other Bluetooth device to connect to the terminal.
Page 209: Object Sharing
Bluetooth Note: The Bluetooth COM port cannot be disabled. To free COM ports, disable IrDA COM ports, see IrDA on page 3-23. 3. As required, enable or disable the Bluetooth COM port assignments. 4. Tap OK. Object Sharing Use the Object Sharing tab to set the default directory for storing files to share with other devices.
Page 210 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 1. Tap the Bluetooth icon - Advanced Features - Bluetooth Devices. The Bluetooth Devices window appears. Figure 7-15. Bluetooth Devices Window 2. Select Tools - Device Discovery. The Discovery window appears.
Page 211 Bluetooth 4. Select the device type to search for. Figure 7-17. Select Bluetooth Device to Search For 5. Tap Next >. 6. The terminal searches for Bluetooth devices in the area. Figure 7-18. Searching for Bluetooth Devices 7-15...
Page 212 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 7. When the search is complete, a window appears listing the discovered Bluetooth devices. Figure 7-19. Discovered Bluetooth Devices 8. Select the checkbox next to the device(s). 9. Tap Next >.
Page 213: Bonding With Discovered Device(S)
Bluetooth Bonding with Discovered Device(s) Follow these steps to bond with an already discovered Bluetooth device. In most cases, bonding is for establishing secure communications with a Bluetooth-enabled phone. This is a more detailed alternative to using the Bluetooth Get Connected! Wizard. Caution Do not bond with a Motorola Timeport 270C or Nokia 6310 phones.
Page 214 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 3. Select Device - Bond. The Bluetooth Device Bonding window appears. Figure 7-22. Bluetooth Bonding Window 4. Tap Next >. Note: Ensure that the Bluetooth device you want to bond with is in Bondable mode.
Page 215: View Device Properties
Bluetooth 6. If the remote device is set up to accept bonding, a Bluetooth Passkey Required window appears. Figure 7-24. Password Required Window 7. In the Bluetooth passkey: field, enter the passkey. 8. Tap Reply. 9. If required, enter the passkey on the other Bluetooth device. 10.
Page 216 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 1. Tap the Bluetooth icon - Advanced Features - Bluetooth Devices. The Bluetooth Device window appears. Figure 7-26. Bluetooth Device Window 2. Select a device. 3. Select Device - Properties. The Bluetooth Devices Property window appears.
Page 217: Setting Up A Favorite Device
Bluetooth Setting Up A Favorite Device To set up default devices in the Bluetooth Devices folder: 1. Tap the Bluetooth icon - Advanced Features - Bluetooth Devices. The Device Manager appears. Figure 7-28. Device Manager 2. Select Tools - My Favorites. The My Favorites window appears. Figure 7-29.
Page 218: Change Views
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Note: Tabs appears only for COM ports you have enabled. To enable a port, see Assigning COM Ports on page 7-12. 3. Tap the tab for the type of device you would like to set a favorite for. If needed, use the arrow buttons to scroll and find the tab you need.
Page 219 Bluetooth Figure 7-31. Details View Note: In Details view, scroll right to see the current Bonded status. 7-23...
Page 220: Deleting A Device
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Deleting a Device If you no longer plan to connect with a device, delete it from the Bluetooth Devices window. 1. Tap the Bluetooth icon - Advanced Features - Bluetooth Devices. The Bluetooth Device window appears.
Page 221: Bluetooth Communications
Bluetooth Bluetooth Communications Dial-up to Your Network Complete the following steps to create a new Bluetooth connection. Before setting up dial- up networking, obtain dial-up information and other necessary settings for your office network or ISP. 1. Tap Start - Settings - Control Panel - double-tap Network and Dial-up icon. The Connections window appears.
Page 222 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 2. Tap Connection - New or double-tap the Make New Connection icon. The Make New Connection window appears. Figure 7-35. Make New Connection Window 3. In the Type a name for the connection field, enter a name.
Page 223 Bluetooth 6. Tap Configure. Figure 7-37. Device Properties - Port Settings Tab 7. In the Baud Rate drop-down list, select 115200. 8. Tap Call Options tab. Figure 7-38. Device Properties - Call Options Tab 9. Uncheck Wait for dial tone before dialing checkbox. 10.
Page 224 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 11. If required, tap TCP/IP Settings to enter any special network settings for your office network or ISP. Figure 7-39. TCP/IP Settings Window 12. Tap OK. 13. Tap NEXT >.
Page 225 Bluetooth 16. In the Connections window, double-tap the new Bluetooth connection icon. The Dial-up Connection window appears. Figure 7-40. Dial-up Connection Window 17. Enter a User name and Password. 18. Tap Connect. 19. For Motorola Timeport 270C or Nokia 3650/6310/7650/8910/8910i phones: a.
Page 226: Bluetooth Activesync
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Bluetooth ActiveSync This section explains how to use the Bluetooth ActiveSync option to quickly and easily ActiveSync to a Bluetooth enabled notebook or host computer with ActiveSync installed.
Page 227: Activesync With A Favorite Computer
Bluetooth Set the com port in ActiveSync’s Connection Settings window. Figure 7-42. Connection Setting Window ActiveSync with a Favorite Computer To ActiveSync with a computer that the terminal discovered and is a favorite: 1. Tap Bluetooth icon - Bluetooth ActiveSync. 2.
Page 228: Activesync With A Discovered Computer
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 4. After a successful connection is made, the dialog indicates Connected. Figure 7-44. Connected to Host 5. Now you are ready to synchronize files. ActiveSync with a Discovered Computer To ActiveSync with a computer that the terminal discovered but is not a favorite: 1.
Page 229: Activesync With Undiscovered Computer
Bluetooth 3. The terminal attempts to connect to the selected host computer. Figure 7-46. Connecting to Host 4. After a successful connection is made, the status dialog indicates Connected. Figure 7-47. Connected to Host 5. Now you are ready to synchronize files. ActiveSync with Undiscovered Computer To ActiveSync with a computer that the terminal has not discovered: 7-33...
Page 230 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 1. Tap Bluetooth icon - Bluetooth ActiveSync. A Bluetooth device search automatically begins. Figure 7-48. Searching for Bluetooth Devices 2. Choose a computer from the list and tap Select. If the computer is not listed, make sure the computer is discoverable and tap Refresh to search again.
Page 231 Bluetooth 4. The terminal attempts to connect to the selected host computer. Figure 7-50. Connecting to Host 5. After a successful connection is made, the status dialog indicates Connected. Figure 7-51. Connected to Host 6. Now you are ready to synchronize files. 7-35...
Page 232: Bluetooth Lan Access
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Bluetooth LAN Access This section explains how to use the Bluetooth LAN access feature to quickly and easily connect to a Bluetooth-enabled LAN access point. The procedures vary depending upon if you: •...
Page 233: Connecting To A Discovered Access Point
Bluetooth 4. Your terminal tries to connect to the selected AP. Figure 7-52. Connecting to LAN 5. If your LAN requires a passkey, a screen appears, asking for the passkey. Enter the passkey, then tap OK. 6. After a successful connection is made, the dialog box indicated Connected. Figure 7-53.
Page 234: Connecting To An Undiscovered Access Point
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 4. If your LAN requires a passkey, a screen appears, asking for the passkey. Enter the passkey, then tap OK. 5. After a successful connection is made, the dialog box indicated Connected.
Page 235: Automatic Connection
Bluetooth 4. Tap Select. If the AP is not listed, tap Refresh to search again. Figure 7-57. New Bluetooth Devices Window 5. A service discovery phase begins. 6. If the LAN requires a Passkey, a screen appears, asking for the Passkey. Enter the passkey, then tap OK.
Page 236 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET d. On Bluetooth Link, press SELECT. e. Scroll to Devices, then press SELECT. f. Choose your terminal, then press EDIT. g. Scroll to Access:Ask, then press CHANGE. h. Scroll to Automatic, then press SELECT. Press DONE.
Page 237: Socket Obex
Bluetooth Socket OBEX This section explains how to use the Socket object exchange (OBEX) application to trade files with another Bluetooth device that supports OBEX. The OBEX application supports: • sending a file • browsing remote devices • receiving a file •...
Page 238: Browse Remote Device
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 5. Navigate to the location where the file is located. 6. Tap the file you wish to send. 7. Tap OK. 8. The terminal sends the file to the other Bluetooth device.
Page 239 Bluetooth 3. If the terminal has no devices in the Bluetooth Devices folder that supports OBEX File Transfer, then it begins to search for Bluetooth devices nearby. 4. Select the Bluetooth device you wish to browse and tap Select. If the desired device is not listed, tap Find.
Page 240: Send/Receive File Or Folder
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Note: A copy of the selected items will be transferred, not the original. Send/Receive File or Folder Select the file or folder that you wish to transfer. You can only select items from one device per transfer session.
Page 241: Delete A File Or Folder
Bluetooth 3. Enter a name for the new folder. Figure 7-62. Create New Folder 4. Tap OK. Figure 7-63. New Folder in File Explorer 5. The new folder should be listed under the appropriate device. Delete a File or Folder To delete a file or folder: 7-45...
Page 242 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 1. Select item(s) that you wish to delete. You can only delete item(s) from one device at a time. 2. Select File - Remote device or Local device, wherever the item(s) are located, then select Delete remote item(s) or Delete local item(s), as applicable.
Page 243: Refresh Remote View
Bluetooth Refresh Remote View 1. Select the Device - Refresh remote view. 2. Your local device reads the contents of the remote device. 3. After a few seconds, the view of the contents of the remote device refreshes. Connecting or Disconnecting to a Remote Device To connect to the remote device: 1.
Page 244: Exit Bluetooth File Explorer
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 3. Select the device to connect to. Tap Select. The terminal attempts to connect to the selected device. To disconnect from the remote device: 1. Select Device - Disconnect or tap the Disconnect icon.
Page 245: Enable File Sharing
Bluetooth is saved in the directory specified in the Object Sharing tab (see Object Sharing on page 7-13). 4. If two minutes passes before you receive the file, tap Wait Again. Enable File Sharing To enable file sharing: 1. Tap the Bluetooth icon - Transfer via Bluetooth - Enable File Sharing. The Enable File Sharing status screen appears.
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Page 249: Introduction
Software Installation on Development PC Introduction To develop applications to run on the PPT 8800, the Symbol Windows CE SDK for PPT 8800 is available. This SDK contains PPT 8800-specific software not available in the ® ® standard Microsoft Windows CE Platform SDK.
Page 250: Installing The Sdk On The Development Pc
PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Installing the SDK on the Development PC The Symbol SDK installs through Windows in the directory C:\SYMBOL WINDOWS CE SDK, and also installs files in the Windows CE Tools directory (generated by the CE Tool Kit).
Page 251 Chapter 9 Configuring the Terminal Chapter Contents Introduction ..............9-3 Starting Terminal Configuration Manager .
Page 252 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Adding a Program from the Internet..........9-28...
Page 253: Introduction
Configuring the Terminal Introduction This chapter describes the Terminal Configuration Manager (TCM), and how it is used to specify and load files into the flash memory of the terminal using the terminal’s Initial Program Loader (IPL). In TCM, you create a script that contains the information (commands to copy files) for building the image.
Page 254: Starting Terminal Configuration Manager
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Starting Terminal Configuration Manager To start TCM, double click on the TCM icon in the SYMSDK group. The following window appears, displaying two directory windows; Script1 and File Explorer.
Page 255 Configuring the Terminal The following table lists the components of the TCM start-up window. Table 9-1. TCM Window Components Component Description Script Window Associated with a script file containing the information to create a Flash Disk image. This window is the target window, or the primary TCM window in which you can create a script or change a script file’s contents by copying, deleting, and renaming files and directories.
Page 256: Defining Script Properties
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Defining Script Properties Before a script is created, the script properties must be defined. This defines the type of terminal, flash type, number of disks being created, and the memory configuration of each disk volume.
Page 257 Configuring the Terminal Note: The options available under the disks drop-down list changes depending on the flash type. Some flash types only have one option for the number of disk volumes, others have two options. 5. If you have selected three volumes under the Disk drop-down list, you have the option to change the memory configuration of the second and third volumes.
Page 258: Creating The Script For The Hex Image
Click on from the tool bar. To open an existing script (e.g., a standard script provided in the SDK): • From the File menu, choose Open. Navigate to the Symbol Windows CE SDK(PPT8800)\SymbolPlatforms\PPT88xx\TCMScripts directory and select the script file name •...
Page 259: Copying Components To The Script
Configuring the Terminal Copying Components to the Script To copy files or directories to the script being generated: 1. Click on the File Explorer window to make it the active window. 2. Click on the source directory in the Directory Tree Pane. TCM displays the directory contents in the Contents Pane.
Page 260: Building The Image
Note: If you open and make changes to an existing script, saving the changes writes over the existing script. If you wish to use an original or Symbol-supplied standard script as a base and save the changes in a new script, use Save As instead of Save after making the changes, and save to a different filename.
Page 261: If The Build Fails
Configuring the Terminal Figure 9-3. Configure Build Window 3. Click a checkbox to select the item to build. 4. Use the BROWSE button to locate the file. 5. Select ASCII format for your hex image, or COMPRESSION, which reduces the size of most hex images in order to speed downloading.
Page 262: Connecting The Terminal And Development Pc
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET write-protected flash. To run IPL, the terminal must be inserted in a cradle or connected to a development PC by direct serial connection. Connecting the Terminal and Development PC...
Page 263 Configuring the Terminal 4. IPL displays the Baud Rate menu which lists the available baud rates for the serial connection. IPL VER X.XX IPL Key Sequence -> 115,200 57,600 38,400 19,200 9600 Auto Baud Press Up/Down to select Baud Rate Action to Continue Figure 9-4.
Page 264 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 6. The IPL Main Menu lists the partitions and/or applications that can be downloaded. IPL VER X.XX IPL Key Sequence Windows CE Platform Application Splash Screen Partition Table...
Page 265: Beginning The Send In Tcm
Configuring the Terminal Auto Select is the default, and is selected if no other selection is made within 10 seconds. IPL VER X.XX Partition Name Waiting for Data at Baud Rate XXX,XXX Press Action to return to Main Menu Figure 9-6. Waiting for Data •...
Page 266 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 1. Open the ActiveSync Connection Settings window and ensure that the Allow serial cable or infrared connection to this COM port checkbox is disabled. Figure 9-7. ActiveSync Connection Settings Window 2.
Page 267 Configuring the Terminal Figure 9-8. Load Terminal Dialog Window 4. If the correct Hex file is not displayed in the HEX FILE TO LOAD field, click the Browse button and navigate to the correct Hex file to be downloaded and click OK. When downloading more than one hex file, if is recommended that they be downloaded in the following order: •...
Page 268 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET On the terminal: 1. As soon as the first character of data is received, IPL displays the Receiving screen. IPL VER X.XX Partition Name Downloading Data Processing XXXXX KB of YYYYY KB image Figure 9-9.
Page 269 Configuring the Terminal 2. When the entire image is received, IPL displays the following screen to indicate that the download is complete: IPL VER X.XX Partition Name Download Complete Press Action to return to Main Menu Cold Boot Exits IPL Figure 9-10.
Page 270: Error Messages
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Error Messages IPL Error Detection While receiving data, IPL performs many checks on the data to ensure that the data is received correctly. If an error is detected, IPL immediately aborts the download, and reports the error on the terminal.
Page 271 “Checksum Error” occurs if an invalid checksum is detected in the record. • “Invalid Record” occurs if a record is not defined in the Symbol Hex File Format. • “Connection Lost” occurs if one of the handshaking lines is de-asserted during download.
Page 272: Tcm Error Messages
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET TCM Error Messages TCM validates the cells in your partition table when you press the Enter button. Cells highlighted in red contain an error. Partition loading is disabled until all errors are corrected.
Page 273: Loading The Splash Screen Via Tcm
Configuring the Terminal 2. Save the file as a 256 color bitmap. 3. Use TCM to convert the bitmap image file to a Hex file (see Building the Image on page 9-10). Loading the Splash Screen via TCM To load the bitmap: 1.
Page 274: Flash Storage
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Flash Storage Programs pre-installed on your terminal are stored in read-only memory (ROM). You cannot remove, modify, or accidentally lose this software. You may add programs and data files to random access memory (RAM).
Page 275: Regmerge.dll
Configuring the Terminal Windows CE expects certain files to be in the Windows folder, residing in volatile storage. Windows CE maintains the System Registry in volatile storage. There are two device drivers included in the Windows CE image to assist developers in configuring the terminal following a hard reset: RegMerge and CopyFile.
Page 276: Non-Ffs Partitions
If necessary, the entire OS image may be downloaded to the terminal using files provided by Symbol. The current OS partition on the terminal is included as part of the TCM installation package. Any upgrades must be obtained from Symbol.
Page 277: Assigning User-Written Applications To Buttons
Configuring the Terminal Assigning User-Written Applications to Buttons Use RegMerge to modify the registry during a hard reset to assign user-written applications to the application buttons. These buttons remain assigned after a hard reset. Note: Although located in the Flash File System, we recommend copying user applications to the Windows directory (using CopyFile) and running them from there.
Page 278: Adding A Program From The Internet
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Adding a Program from the Internet 1. Select Start - Settings - Control Panel on the terminal. Double-tap the System icon. In the General tab, note the information in Processor field.
Page 279 Chapter 10 AirBEAM Smart Chapter Contents Introduction ..............10-3 AirBEAM Package Builder .
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Page 281: Introduction
Introduction The AirBEAM Smart product allows specially designed software packages to be transferred between a host server and Symbol wireless handheld devices. Before transfer, AirBEAM Smart checks and compares package version, so that only updated packages are loaded. AirBEAM Smart resides on radio-equipped client devices, and allows them to request, download, and install software, as well as to upload files and status data.
Page 282: Airbeam Smart Client
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET AirBEAM Smart Client The AirBEAM Smart Client is installed on your handheld terminal. It is configured with the server access information, the names of the packages to be downloaded and other controlling parameters.
Page 283: Packages(1) Tab
AirBEAM Smart Packages(1) Tab This tab is used to specify the package name of the first four of eight packages that are to be loaded during the AirBEAM Smart synchronization process. The specified package name must correspond to a package that is available on the specified package server.
Page 284: Server Tab
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Server Tab This tab is used to specify the configurations of the server to which the client connects during the package synchronization process. Field Description IP Address The IP Address of the server. It may be a host name or a dot notation format.
Page 285: Misc(1) Tab
AirBEAM Smart Misc(1) Tab This tab is used to configure various miscellaneous features. Field Description Auto-load This drop-down list is used to specify how the AirBEAM Smart Client is to be invoked automatically when the client device is rebooted. The selections are: Disable: the AirBEAM Smart Client is not invoked automatically during the boot sequence.
Page 286 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Field Description Suppress This checkbox specifies whether the automatic insertion of a file path separator Separator character should be suppressed when the client generated server package definition file names.
Page 287: Misc(2) Tab
AirBEAM Smart Misc(2) Tab This tab is used to configure various miscellaneous features. Field Description Auto-retry This field is used to specify whether the AirBEAM Smart Client automatically retries if there is a failure during the synchronization process. If this feature is enabled, the AirBEAM Smart Client displays a popup dialog indicating the attempt of a retry.
Page 288: Misc(3) Tab
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Misc(3) Tab This tab is used to configure various miscellaneous features. Field Description Use DHCP This checkbox control specifies whether the AirBEAM Smart Client uses the server DHCP response option 66 to specify the IP address of the FTP/TFTP server.
Page 289: Manual Synchronization
AirBEAM Smart Manual Synchronization 1. Configure the AirBEAM Smart Client. See Configuring the AirBEAM Smart Client on page 10-4. 2. From the main AirBEAM CE window, select File - Synchronize. 3. Once connected, the AirBEAM Synchronize window appears. • The Status List displays status messages that indicate the progress of the synchronization process.
Page 290: Airbeam Staging
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET AirBEAM Staging The AirBEAM Smart staging support is intended to speed up and simplify the process of staging custom or updated operating software onto mobile devices directly from manufacturing.
Page 291 Chapter 11 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Chapter Contents Introduction ..............11-3 Safely Maintaining the PPT 8800.
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Page 293: Introduction
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Introduction This chapter includes instructions on cleaning and storing your terminal, and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during terminal operating. Safely Maintaining the PPT 8800 For trouble-free service, observe the following tips when using your terminal: •...
Page 294: Terminal And Cradle Connector Cleaning Guidelines
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Terminal and Cradle Connector Cleaning Guidelines This section explains the proper way to clean the connector area of the PPT 8800 terminal and cradle. Required Materials Use the following cleaning materials: •...
Page 295 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5. Twist the cotton tipped applicator and slowly move it back-and-forth from one side of the connector to the other. Figure 11-2. Cleaning the Connector 6. Repeat step 5 at least three times. 7. Remove the cotton tipped applicator from the connector. Note: The cotton tipped applicator dipped in alcohol can also be used to scrub off any grease and dirt near the connector area.
Page 296 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET ARNING Do not point the tube/nozzle at yourself and others. Ensure the tube or nozzle is away from your face. 10. Inspect the area for any grease or dirt.
Page 297: Cleaning The Cradle Connector
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Cleaning the Cradle Connector To clean the cradle connector, follow the steps below. 1. Remove the power to the cradle by unplugging the DC cable. 2. Position the cradle as shown in Figure 11-4. Figure 11-4. Preparing the Cradle 3.
Page 298 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET 5. All sides of the connector should also be scrubbed with the cotton tipped applicator, illustrated by the arrows in Figure 11-6. Figure 11-6. Cleaning the Cradle Connector 6.
Page 299 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 9. If grease and other dirt is found on other areas of the cradle, use a lint free cloth and alcohol to remove. 10. Allow at least 10-30 minutes (depending on ambient temperature/humidity) for the alcohol to air dry before apply power to cradle. Note: If temperature is low and humidity is high, longer drying time is needed.
Page 300: Troubleshooting
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Troubleshooting Table 11-1. Troubleshooting the Terminal Problem Cause Solution Terminal does not turn on. Lithium-ion battery not Charge or replace the lithium-ion battery in charged. the terminal. Lithium-ion battery not Ensure battery is installed properly.
Page 301 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 11-1. Troubleshooting the Terminal (continued) Problem Cause Solution During data Terminal removed from Replace the terminal in the cradle, or communication, no data cradle or unplugged replace the Synchronization cable, and re- was transmitted, or from host PC during transmit.
Page 302 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Table 11-1. Troubleshooting the Terminal (continued) Problem Cause Solution A message appears stating Too many files stored on Delete unused memos and records. You that your terminal memory the terminal.
Page 303 Note: If the scanner is still not reading symbols, contact your distributor or Symbol Technologies. Note: If, after performing these checks, the terminal is still not reading symbols, contact your distributor or Symbol Technologies. Table 11-2. Troubleshooting Bluetooth Connection Problem Cause...
Page 304 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Table 11-2. Troubleshooting Bluetooth Connection (continued) Problem Cause Solution When using the Get The phone is not in Bondable Set the phone to Bondable mode. If Connected! Wizard to mode.
Page 305: Appendix A Technical Specifications
Appendix A Technical Specifications Environment The following table summarizes the terminal’s intended operating environment. Table A-1. Technical Specifications Operating Temperature 14° to 122° F (-10° to +50° C) Storage Temperature -13° to 158° F (-25° to 70° C) Battery Charging 0°...
Page 306 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Table A-1. Technical Specifications (Continued) Touch Panel Glass analog resistive touch Main Battery Standard: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion 1700 mAh Standard: minimum (3.7V) Optional: Larger capacity rechargeable Lithium-Ion 3400 mAh minimum (3.7V) Backup Battery Ni-MH battery (rechargeable), 15mAh (2.4V) 2 cells...
Page 307: Com Port Definitions
Technical Specifications COM Port Definitions Table A-2. PPT 8800 COM Port Definitions COM Port Definition COM1 Serial/Cradle COM2 Available COM3 IRComm COM4 Raw IrDA COM5 Available COM6 Scanner COM7 VCOM Ext Power COM8 Available COM9 Available...
Page 308: Pin-Outs
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Pin-Outs Pin 1 Figure A-1. ActiveSync Port (COM1) Table A-3. PPT 8800 ActiveSync Port (COM1) Pin-Outs Description ext ±5 volts RS232_gnd Power_GND 9 Volts_In...
Page 309: Appendix B Keyboard Maps
Appendix B Keyboard Maps Introduction This appendix contains the keyboard map for the keyboard configuration of the terminal. Each key is listed in the table with its value, depending on the state of the keyboard. As shown below, when the key is pressed on the keyboard, the default state displays the number ‘1’.
Page 310: Keyboards
® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Keyboards Figure B-1. Standard 6-Key Keyboard Table B-1. Standard 6-Key Keyboard Functionality Default Shift Func VK Code ASCII Value State State State (Decimal) (Decimal) LEFT Software Keyboard RIGHT...
Page 311 Keyboard Maps Table B-1. Standard 6-Key Keyboard Functionality (Continued) Default Shift Func VK Code ASCII Value State State State (Decimal) (Decimal) ENTER...
Page 312 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Figure B-2. 15-Key Keyboard Table B-2. 15-Key Keyboard Functionality Alpha ASCII Default Alpha CAPS Shift Func VK Code Value State State State State State (Decimal) (Decimal) 16+50 16+189...
Page 313 Keyboard Maps Table B-2. 15-Key Keyboard Functionality (Continued) Alpha ASCII Default Alpha CAPS Shift Func VK Code Value State State State State State (Decimal) (Decimal) * F6, F7, F8, F9 and F10 VK codes are generated when no function is defined on each key at Control Panel.
Page 314 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Table B-2. 15-Key Keyboard Functionality (Continued) Alpha ASCII Default Alpha CAPS Shift Func VK Code Value State State State State State (Decimal) (Decimal) * F6, F7, F8, F9 and F10 VK codes are generated when no function is defined on each...
Page 315 Keyboard Maps Table B-2. 15-Key Keyboard Functionality (Continued) Alpha ASCII Default Alpha CAPS Shift Func VK Code Value State State State State State (Decimal) (Decimal) calibrate Darken screen * F6, F7, F8, F9 and F10 VK codes are generated when no function is defined on each key at Control Panel.
Page 316 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET Table B-2. 15-Key Keyboard Functionality (Continued) Alpha ASCII Default Alpha CAPS Shift Func VK Code Value State State State State State (Decimal) (Decimal) Lighten screen ESCAPE 27 * F6, F7, F8, F9 and F10 VK codes are generated when no function is defined on each...
Page 317 Keyboard Maps Table B-2. 15-Key Keyboard Functionality (Continued) Alpha ASCII Default Alpha CAPS Shift Func VK Code Value State State State State State (Decimal) (Decimal) *F10 SPACE SPACE RIGHT DOWN BK SPC BK SPC LEFT ENTER ENTER ENTER * F6, F7, F8, F9 and F10 VK codes are generated when no function is defined on each key at Control Panel.
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Page 319: Index
Index Numerics adjusting the backlight ....2-3 AirBEAM ......10-1 128-bit Shared Key .
Page 320 Bluetooth phone ..7-5 contacting Symbol ....xvii control panel ......3-3 cable cookies .
Page 321 Index datasync ......5-8 gateway ......6-10 date .
Page 322 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET loading splash screen ....9-23 locating WLANs ..... 6-4 pairable .
Page 323 ......8-4 symbol support center ....xviii installing on development PC .
Page 324 ® PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE .NET hard reset ..... 2-15 unpacking ......1-3 power on .
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Symbol PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Manual

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Chapter 3. Settings

Chapter 4. Communications

Chapter 5. Applications

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