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  • Page 1 Falcon ® DOS Portable Data Terminals User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 PSC Inc 959 Terry Street Eugene, Oregon 97402 Telephone: (541) 683-5700 Fax: (541) 345-7140 An Unpublished Work - All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this documentation or the procedures described therein may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission of PSC Inc. or its wholly owned subsidiaries ("PSC").

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ONTENTS ® ® PSC Falcon Datalight DOS End User License Agreement ....v ® PSC Falcon DOS Warranty .............. viii Safety Information ................ix Falcon Model 31X and 32X ........................ix Falcon Model 33X .............................x Falcon Model 34X ............................ xi Advisory Statement ..........................xii Regulatory Statements ...........................
  • Page 4 The Falcon Applications .........................12 Chapter 2: Falcon Keypads ..............13 Overview ..............................14 Falcon 31x 41-Key Keypad ........................15 Comparing Falcon 31x 41-Key Keypad and PC Keyboard .............15 Input Modes ...........................16 International Characters ........................18 Falcon 32x 57-Key Keypad ........................19 Comparing Falcon 32x 57-Key Keypad with PC Keyboard ............19 Input Modes ...........................21...
  • Page 5 Icons and Input Modes ........................34 Repeating Keystrokes ........................34 Chapter 3: Falcon Viewport ...............35 Overview ..............................36 Moving the Viewport Display ........................36 Falcon 31X ............................36 Falcon 32X ............................37 Falcon 33X and 34X ........................38 Adjusting the Contrast ..........................41 Using the Backlight ..........................42 Chapter 4: Falcon Accessories ............43 Integrated Scanners ..........................44...
  • Page 6 Index Using the Falcon Dock ..........................58 Chapter 7: Falcon Four-Slot Dock ............61 About the Falcon 4-Slot Dock .........................62 Front Panel .............................62 Back Panel ............................64 Installation ...............................65 Power Adapter ..........................65 Cables .............................65 Connecting the Dock to the Host ....................65 Creating a Dock Network ........................66 Using the 4-Slot Dock ..........................67 Charging a Falcon’s Batteries ......................67 Transferring Data ..........................67...

  • Page 7: Psc Falcon Datalight Dos End User License Agreement

    PSC Falcon Datalight DOS End User ® ® License Agreement Notice to End User: The PSC Product you have acquired contains Software, which is integral to the product’s operation. This Software is being provided to you under license, subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If you use the PSC Prod- uct, you will be deemed to have accepted the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
  • Page 8 ® ® PSC Falcon Datalight DOS End User License Agreement 4. Intellectual Property. End User acknowledges that the Software constitutes valuable trade secrets of PSC or PSC’s third party licensors and that the Software is protected by intellectual property laws and treaties. The license set forth in this Agreement does not transfer to End User any ownership of PSC’s or its third party licensors' copyrights, patents, trademarks, service marks, trade secrets, or other intellectual property rights and End User shall have no right to commence any legal actions to obtain such rights.
  • Page 9 THE PARTIES, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN A FUTURE WRITING SIGNED BY BOTH PAR- TIES. 8. Limitation Of Liability. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN SECTION 7, PSC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIMS AGAINST END USER BY ANY OTHER PARTY.

  • Page 10: Psc Falcon Dos Warranty

    PSC Falcon DOS Warranty ® Warranty Falcon products are guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for the period specified at the time of sale. This warranty shall apply to Falcon Portable Data Terminals (PDT's), Base Stations for the Falcon and Chargers for the Falcon. Cables, mounts and other accessory items are specifically warranted for a period of 90 days from product purchase.

  • Page 11: Safety Information

    Safety Information Falcon Model 31X and 32X Figure 1. Back View of a Falcon Model 31x and Labels User’s Guide...

  • Page 12: Falcon Model 33X

    Safety Information Falcon Model 33X Figure 2. Back View of a Falcon Model 33x and Labels These illustrations are for illustrative purposes only. View the actual labels on the product itself for applicable model and safety specifications. Some units come with Linear Imagers and some come with Laser Scanners.

  • Page 13: Falcon Model 34X

    Falcon Model 34X Falcon Model 34X Figure 3. Back View of a Falcon Model 33x/34x These illustrations are for illustrative pur- poses only. View the actual labels on the product itself for applicable model and safety specifications. Some units come with Linear Imagers and some come with Laser Scanners.

  • Page 14: Advisory Statement

    Safety Information Advisory Statement Use of controls, adjustments, or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous visible or invisible laser light exposure. CAUTION Regulatory Statements Radio Frequency Interference This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: •...

  • Page 15: Laser Safety

    Laser Safety International Caution Statements for CLASS 1 , II , and IIA Laser Devices English PSC scanners are certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS/CDRH 21CFR Subchapter J and to the require- ments of IEC/EN 60825-1:1998-2001. Class 1, 2, 3R, Class II, and IIA products are not considered to be hazardous.

  • Page 16: German

    Laser Safety German Dieser Scanner ist den in den Vereinigten Staaten geltenden Vorschriften des DHHS/CDRH 21 CFR Subchapter J und den Vor- schriften der IEC/EN 60825-1:1998-2001 entsprechend bescheinigt. Produkte der Klasse 1, 2, 3R, Klasse II oder der IIA sind als ungefährlich eingestuft. Im Inneren des Scanners befindet sich eine VLD (Visible Laser Diode), deren Ausstrahlung die in den oben genannten Vorschriften angeführten Höchstgrenzen nicht über- schreitet.

  • Page 17: Dutch

    International Caution Statements for CLASS 1, 2, 3R, II, and IIA Laser Devices ADVARSEL Forsøg ikke at åbne eller reparere komponenter i det optiske hulrum. Uautoriseret åbning eller reparation af komponenter i det optiske hulrum kan være en overtrædelse af lasersikkerhedsregulativer. Det optiske system må udelukkende repareres as PSC. ADVARSEL Anvendelse af optiske systemer med scanneren øger risikoen for øjenskader.

  • Page 18: Norwegian

    Laser Safety Luokka 1, 2, 3R, Luokka II tai IIAtuotteiden ei katsota olevan vaarallisia. Tutkain sisältää sisäisen näkyvän laserdiodin (Visible Laser Diode (VLD), jonka päästöt eivät ylitä yllä olevien säädösten asettamia maksimirajoja. Tutkain on suunniteltu siten, etteivät ihmiset altistu vaaralliselle lasersäteilylle normaalikäytön, käyttäjän suorittaman huollon tai ohjeiden mukaisten huoltotoimen- piteiden aikana.

  • Page 19: Spanish

    International Caution Statements for CLASS 1, 2, 3R, II, and IIA Laser Devices Spanish Este escáner está certificado en los EE.UU. porque reúne los requisitos DHHS/CDRH 21CFR Sección J y los requisitos de IEC/ EN 60825-1:1998-2001. Los productos de Clase 1, 2, 3R, Clase II, o IIA no se consideran como peligrosos. El escáner tiene en su interior un Diodo Láser Visible (VLD) cuyas emisiones no exceden los límites máximos fijados en los reglamentos mencionados anteriormente.

  • Page 20: Japanese

    Laser Safety Japanese ® xviii Falcon DOS Portable Terminals...

  • Page 21: Preface

    Preface Overview ..............xiv Falcon Model Numbers ........... xiv Style Conventions ........... xvi Document Conventions ........xvi Keys and Keystroke Conventions ......xvi...

  • Page 22: Overview

    Preface Overview This book provides information about Falcon DOS portable data terminals for first-time users. The focus of this manual is: • Basic use of the Falcon • Entering data from the Falcon keypad • Viewport panning and contrast • Use of a laser to scan bar codes •...
  • Page 23 Falcon Model Numbers Table 1: Falcon Portable Models Falcon Portable Models Model 8-Line 16-Line Batch Model RF Portable Number Display Display Portable icon refers to both the Falcon and the Falcon . As Table 1 on notes, the Falcon is a batch portable model and the Falcon 325 is page xxi an RF portable model.

  • Page 24: Style Conventions

    Preface Style Conventions Document Conventions Formatting conventions are used throughout this guide as a method of provid- ing consistency for notes, cautions, and warnings. Notes appear throughout the manual to provide additional information on a topic, including technical details, exceptions to instructions and other pertinent infor- mation.

  • Page 25: Chapter 1: Falcon Basics

    Falcon Basics Turning the Falcon On and Off ....... 10 First-Time Use ............. 10 “Please Wait” Messages ......... 10 Power Supplies ............11 Batteries ..............11 Electrical Rating ........... 11 Auto-Shutoff ............11 Low-Battery Warning ........... 11 Replacement Batteries .......... 12 Battery Disposal ...........

  • Page 26: Turning The Falcon On And Off

    Falcon Basics Turning the Falcon On and Off Press the key to turn the unit on or off. <Power> • key ( ) for Falcon models is located at the <Power> top left of the keypad. • key ( ) for Falcon models is located at the <Power>...

  • Page 27: Power Supplies

    Power Supplies Power Supplies Only PSC power supplies, batteries, chargers, and docks should be used with Falcon PDTs. The use of other power supplies, batteries, chargers, and docks will void the warranty of any and all related units and batteries. Refer to for more information on the Falcon Power Adaptor.

  • Page 28: Replacement Batteries

    Falcon Basics After recharging or replacing the batteries and turning the Falcon back on, the unit will return to the application operating when it was turned off. Replacement Batteries Replace the Falcon’s NiCD or NiMH battery pack only with a NiCD or NiMH battery pack supplied by a PSC reseller.

  • Page 29: Replacing The Batteries

    Batteries Replacing the Batteries When the empty-battery icon appears or the warning beep is heard, turn off the Falcon and recharge or replace the batteries as soon as possible. Replaceable batteries are located in a compartment in the back of the Falcon. Refer to , Figure 6 on page , and...
  • Page 30 Falcon Basics 8. Firmly press the end until it is fully inserted into the battery negative compartment. Figure 5. Back View of Falcon Models 31x and 32x Battery-compartment cover Battery Pack 00-862-00 NiCD BATTERY E9642W NiCD Battery Pack Label Strap-hook holders Serial Port 9.
  • Page 31 Batteries 3. Turn the dial counter-clockwise to release the battery compartment cover. 4. Pull the end of the exposed plastic ribbon in the battery compartment until the batteries pop out. Figure 6. Back View of Falcon Model 33x Dial Battery Upper Hand -Strap Holder compartment cover...
  • Page 32 Falcon Basics 10. Replace the battery-compartment cover by inserting the bottom tab into the slot and rotating the cover latch in a clockwise direction. 11. Replace the hand-strap hook on the connector at the base of the unit. The Falcon 33X will not function unless the battery-compartment cover is in place and securely latched.
  • Page 33 Batteries Figure 7. Back View of Falcon Model 34x Dials Pistol Grip Battery Trigger compartment cover NiMH Battery Pack Lower Hand Strap connections IR Port 10. Replace the battery-compartment cover by inserting the bottom tab into the slot. 11. Rotate the latch dial levers on the battery compartment cover towards the base of the unit.

  • Page 34: Removing The Pistol Grip

    Falcon Basics Removing the Pistol Grip The pistol grip on the Falcon is removable. To remove the pistol grip on the Falcon (refer to Figure 8 on page complete the following steps: 1. Turn the Falcon off. 2. Remove the screws located just above the battery cover’s latch dials. 3.

  • Page 35: Replacing The Pistol Grip With The Hand-Strap

    Removing the Pistol Grip Replacing the Pistol Grip with the Hand-Strap To replace the pistol grip on the Falcon with its hand-strap (refer to Figure 9 on page ) complete the following steps: 1. Insert the top tab of the hand-strap cover into the slot at the top of the pistol grip recess.

  • Page 36: The Serial Port

    The serial port also provides a connection for communications and battery recharging in the Falcon Dock and Falcon 4-Slot Dock. Figure 10. The Serial Port on the Falcon 31X and 32X The Falcon Applications When shipped from the factory, every Falcon unit is programmed with several applications collectively known as PAL2.

  • Page 37: Chapter 2: Falcon Keypads

    Falcon Keypads Overview ..................22 Falcon 31x 41-Key Keypad .............. 23 Comparing Falcon 31x 41-Key Keypad and PC Keyboard .....23 Input Modes .................24 International Characters ..............26 Falcon 32x 57-Key Keypad .............. 27 Comparing Falcon 32x 57-Key Keypad with PC Keyboard ....27 Input Modes .................29...

  • Page 38: Overview

    Falcon Number Keypad Features/Functions Keypad Diagram Model of Keys 41 keys Falcon 31x 41-Key Keypad on page Figure 11 on page 57 keys Falcon 32x 57-Key Keypad on page Figure 12 on page Falcon 33x/34x 25-Key Keypad on 25 keys...

  • Page 39: Falcon 31X 41-Key Keypad

    The keys in appear on a standard PC computer keyboard but are not Table 3 used on the Falcon Table 3: Standard Keyboard Keys not on the Falcon 31x Standard Keyboard Keys not on the Falcon 31x <F11> Left <Shift>* <Num Lock>...

  • Page 40: Input Modes

    . Page numbers indicate where to find more informa- Table 4 tion about the keys. Table 4: Falcon 31X Keys Not Found on a Standard Keyboard Default Use Toggles the Falcon between Alpha mode and Normal mode <Alpha>...
  • Page 41 Falcon 31x 41-Key Keypad The current input mode determines key functions on the Falcon . The shape of the cursor on the Falcon in the viewport indicates the current input mode.Input modes and corresponding cursors are described in Table 5...

  • Page 42: International Characters

    18 • is a character from the column in the same row. letter Letter Table 6: Falcon 31X International Character Keys Accent or Letter Letter International Characters ‘ (apostrophe) a, e, i, o, u, E á, é, í, ó, ú, É...

  • Page 43: Falcon 32X 57-Key Keypad

    Falcon 32x 57-Key Keypad ¿ ¡ FN 1 None £ FN 2 None ¥ , (comma) c or C ç or Ç Falcon 32x 57-Key Keypad The Falcon is a 16-line portable data terminal with 57 keys. Because they have more keys, Falcon 32x models have fewer possible outputs from a single key and are easier for a beginner to use.
  • Page 44 Falcon Keypads Table 7: Standard PC Keyboard Keys not on the Falcon 32x Standard PC Keyboard Keys not on the Falcon 32x <Home> <Pg Up> <End> <Pg Down> <F11> Left <Shift>* <Num Lock> <F12> <Scroll Lock> <Caps Lock>* <Pause/Break> Right <Ctrl> <Print Screen>/ Grey Numeric Num- Right <Shift>*...

  • Page 45: Input Modes

    Falcon 32x 57-Key Keypad Input Modes During operations that require use of a disk drive, a disk icon (shown at left) appears on the right side of the viewport. This indicates that the unit is busy. Wait until the icon disappears before continuing to use the unit. The current input mode determines key functions on the Falcon .

  • Page 46: Repeating Keystrokes

    Falcon Keypads Table 10: Falcon 32x International Character Keys Accent or Letter Letter International Characters ‘ (apostrophe) a, e, i, o, u, E á, é, í, ó, ú, É ‘ (apostrophe) c or C ç or Ç a, e, i, o, u à, è, ì, ò, ù...

  • Page 47: Comparing Falcon 25-Key Keypads With Pc Keyboards

    Falcon 33x/34x 25-Key Keypad Figure 13. Falcon 33X/34X 25-Key Keypad Comparing Falcon 25-Key Keypads with PC Keyboards The keys in appear on a standard PC computer keyboard but are not Table 11 used on the Falcon 25-key keypad: Table 11: Standard Keys not found on a Falcon 25-key keypad Standard Keyboard Keys not on a 25-key Falcon 33x/34x <F11>...

  • Page 48: Icons And Input Modes

    Falcon Keypads The Falcon 25-key units have some keys that are not found on a PC keyboard. These keys are shown in . Page numbers indicate where Table 12 to find more information about the keys. Table 12: Falcon 25-key Unique Keys Default Use Activated by pressing <Fn>...

  • Page 49: Double Action Key Mode

    Falcon 33x/34x 25-Key Keypad Table 13: 25-key Input Modes, Key Sequences and Icons Input Mode/Key Icon Result of Keypress Sequence Type 1—Remains in effect after each keypress until discontinued by user. Normal N/A Outputs letter (lowercase), number, or function on the key. Alpha <Fn>...
  • Page 50 Falcon Keypads Right character. Quickly press the numeric key below the appropriate alpha or punctuation symbol key twice. The second key press must occur before the time-out (default = 330 ms). This mode is called the mode, because it requires two rapid double strike presses on a key to access the second (the right-most) character.

  • Page 51: Falcon 33X/34X 38-Key Keypad

    Falcon 33x/34x 38-Key Keypad Falcon 33x/34x 38-Key Keypad The Falcon is also available as a 16-line portable data terminal with 38 keys. Figure 14. Falcon 33X/34X 38-Key Keypad User’s Guide...

  • Page 52: Comparing Falcon 38-Key Keypads With Pc Keyboards

    Falcon Keypads Comparing Falcon 38-Key Keypads with PC Keyboards The keys in appear on a standard IBM compatible computer key- Table 14 board but are not used on the Falcon 38-key keypad: Table 14: Standard Keys not found on a 38-key Falcon Standard Keys not found on a 38-key Falcon <F11>...

  • Page 53: Icons And Input Modes

    Falcon 33x/34x 38-Key Keypad Default Use <Scan> Operates the Falcon laser (page 49)*. <Fn>+<5> toggles the viewport panning mode on or off; the arrow Viewport keys can be used to effect panning (keys <2>, <4>, <6>, and <8>); Panning Mode use the panning toggle key (key <5>) to exit paning mode and return the screen to cursor mode.

  • Page 54: Double Action Key Mode

    Falcon Keypads Double Action Key Mode There are two additional modes of operation, which affect how alpha keys and the punctuation characters above the alpha keys are accessed in Falcon models with 38-key keypads. • Thirteen of these key are used for alpha keys (the letters •...

  • Page 55: International Characters

    Falcon 33x/34x 38-Key Keypad The mode and time-out (for either mode) can be changed via the Falcon con- figuration driver, the Run-Time Library or by bar code scanning. International Characters To lessen the number of keystrokes required to enter an key, the International 38-key keypad of the Falcon...

  • Page 56: Falcon 34X 48-Key Keypad

    Falcon Keypads Falcon 34x 48-Key Keypad The Falcon only is also available as a 16-line portable data terminal with 48 keys. Figure 15. Falcon 34X 48-Key Keypad ® Falcon DOS Portable Terminals...

  • Page 57: Comparing Falcon 48-Key Keypads With Pc Keyboards

    Falcon 34x 48-Key Keypad Comparing Falcon 48-Key Keypads with PC Keyboards The keys in appear on a standard IBM compatible computer key- Table 18 board but are not used on any of the Falcon 48-key units: Table 18: Standard Keys not found on a 48-key Falcon Standard Keys not found on a Falcon 48-key keypad <F11>...

  • Page 58: Icons And Input Modes

    Falcon Keypads Icons and Input Modes During operations that require use of a disk drive, a disk icon (shown at left) appears on the right side of the viewport. This indicates that the unit is busy. Wait until the icon disappears before continuing to use the unit. The current input mode determines key functions on the Falcon .
  • Page 59 Falcon Viewport Overview ..............44 Moving the Viewport Display ........44 Falcon 31X ............44 Falcon 32X ............45 Falcon 33X and 34X ..........46 Adjusting the Contrast ..........49 Using the Backlight ..........50...

  • Page 60: Overview

    The viewport display can be moved to the left or right by half screens to view long lines of text. Falcon 31X Figure 16. Location of the Cursor Keys on the Falcon 31X 1. To initiate panning mode, press and hold the key.

  • Page 61: Falcon 32X

    Moving the Viewport Display Falcon 32X Figure 17. Location of the Cursor Keys on the Falcon 32X 1. To initiate panning mode, press and hold the key> <FN> 2. Use the cursor keys (Refer to ) to move the display up, down, to Figure 17 the left, or to the right.

  • Page 62: Falcon 33X And 34X

    Falcon Viewport Falcon 33X and 34X 38-Key Keypad Figure 18. Falcon 33x/34x Cursor Key Locations (38-Key) 1. To initiate panning mode, press keys simultaneously. This <FN>+<5> action toggles the viewport panning mode on or off. 2. When viewport panning is initiated, the panning icon ( ) is displayed along the right side of the LCD.
  • Page 63 Moving the Viewport Display There is a difference in the way the Falcon 32X models and the Falcon 33X and 34X function when exiting panning mode. On the Falcons 33X and 34X, when the <FN>+<5> keys are pressed, panning mode is still active, but the <FN>...
  • Page 64 Falcon Viewport It is not necessary to press <Fn> to activate the Panning Toggle key in order to exit the panning mode. If any other key is pressed (besides the <arrow> or the <Lamp> key), the Falcon exits panning mode, snaps back to the cursor, and displays the pressed character (if applicable).

  • Page 65: Adjusting The Contrast

    Adjusting the Contrast Adjusting the Contrast When working in dim or bright light, the contrast between the text and the background can be adjusted in the viewport. To adjust the contrast for the Falcon • Press and release the <FN 2> •...

  • Page 66: Using The Backlight

    Falcon Viewport Using the Backlight Use the backlight improve viewport visibility in dim light. To use the backlight on Falcon models: • Press the ) key, located on the left side of the unit just <Lamp> below the viewport, to turn the backlight on or off. To use the backlight on Falcon models: •...
  • Page 67 Falcon Accessories Integrated Scanners ..........44 Falcon Dock ............44 Falcon 4-Slot Dock ..........44 Vehicle Mount Powered Dock ........45 Portable Battery Charger ......... 45...
  • Page 68 Falcon Accessories Integrated Scanners Some Falcon models contain either an integrated laser scanner or a linear imager, which provides the ability to read bar codes. Models without scanners accept input from most industry-standard bar code readers. Falcon Dock The Falcon Dock is the docking station for batch Falcon models.
  • Page 69 Vehicle Mount Powered Dock Vehicle Mount Powered Dock The Vehicle Mount Powered Dock is designed for road vehicles such as step vans or semi tractors and forklifts using the optional mounting bracket. The mounting configuration is flexible to respond to the variety of vehicle configu- rations and personal driver preferences.
  • Page 70 Falcon Accessories NOTES ® Falcon DOS Portable Terminals...
  • Page 71 Using a Scanner Overview ..............48 Scanning Bar Codes ..........48 Triggers ..............49 The Laser Module ............50 Using the Long-Range Laser ........51 Spot Beam Timeout Mode ........51 Release Scan Mode ..........52 Linear Imager ............52 Attaching a Bar Code Reader ........52...

  • Page 72: Overview

    Using a Scanner Overview Some models of the Falcon come with a built-in high-performance scanner. To use this scanner, point the scanning window at a bar code and press the trigger that activates the scanner. A red light-emitting diode (LED) on the scanner module indicates when the Falcon is scanning, and a green LED indicates when a scan is successful.

  • Page 73: Triggers

    Triggers 4. Upon reading a bar code, the device beeps and the green LED indicator comes on until the trigger is released or after five (5) seconds. The green LED and the beep tone indicate a good read. Figure 21. Scan Beam Positions Correct Scanning Positions A bit angled, will read correctly Ideal positioning...

  • Page 74: The Laser Module

    1. Loosen the screw that secures the module to the main part of the Falcon (refer to Figure 22 • Do not try to remove the screw. Figure 22. Falcon 31x/32x Rotating the Laser Module Laser module Screw Loosen the screw.

  • Page 75: Using The Long-Range Laser

    For the Falcon to read the bar code with its scanning beam, aim the spotting beam at the center of the bar code. Figure 23. Falcon 31x/32x/34x Long-Range Laser Operation Scanning beam Spotting beam The long-range laser may be operated in either of two trigger modes.

  • Page 76: Release Scan Mode

    Using a Scanner 3. After a short timeout period, the scanner switches to a full scanning beam and reads the bar code. • The default timeout period is one-half second. Release Scan Mode Release Scan mode provides greater control over the spotting beam: 1.
  • Page 77 Attaching a Bar Code Reader Figure 24. Attaching a PSC Snapshot to a Falcon 31x/32x To disconnect the bar code reader from the Falcon: 1. Press the sides of the squeeze connector 2. Pull it away from the Falcon’s connector.
  • Page 78 Using a Scanner NOTES ® Falcon DOS Portable Terminals...
  • Page 79 The Falcon Dock Overview ..............56 Attaching the Falcon Dock to the Computer ...57 The Power Adapter ...........57 Using the Falcon Dock ..........58...

  • Page 80: Overview

    The Falcon Dock Overview The Falcon Dock acts as a docking station for the Falcon and has two primary functions: • Recharges the Falcon’s NiCD or NiMH battery pack • Provides a connection for serial communications between the Falcon and the host computer or another serial device, such as a printer or modem Figure 25.

  • Page 81: Attaching The Falcon Dock To The Computer

    Attaching the Falcon Dock to the Computer Attaching the Falcon Dock to the Computer Complete the following steps: 1. Attach the 25-pin end of the cable to the cable connector on the back of the Falcon Dock (refer to Figure 26 2.

  • Page 82: Using The Falcon Dock

    The Falcon Dock 2. Plug the other end into an outlet or power strip. 3. The red light-emitting diode (LED) labeled on the front panel POWER of the Falcon Dock should light up. The power adapter is used only to recharge the batteries in the Falcon •...
  • Page 83 Using the Falcon Dock Charging time is 8 to 15 hours, depending on the type of battery pack and the current charging level. Communications between Falcon models 33X and 34X and the host are exactly the same as a Falcon 32X dock or a hardwire connection with the following exceptions: The Falcon 33X and 34X use IR for data transmission.
  • Page 84 The Falcon Dock NOTES ® Falcon DOS Portable Terminals...
  • Page 85 Falcon Four-Slot Dock About the Falcon 4-Slot Dock ......... 62 Front Panel ............62 Back Panel ............64 Installation .............. 65 Power Adapter ............65 Cables ..............65 Connecting the Dock to the Host ......65 Creating a Dock Network ........66 Using the 4-Slot Dock ..........

  • Page 86: About The Falcon 4-Slot Dock

    Falcon Four-Slot Dock About the Falcon 4-Slot Dock This chapter describes how to set up and use the Falcon 4-Slot Dock. The Fal- con 4-Slot Dock is specially designed for use with Falcon portable terminals only. For more information, refer to the Falcon DOS Portable Terminals Advanced User’s Guide.
  • Page 87 About the Falcon 4-Slot Dock Figure 27. Status LEDs on the Falcon 4-Slot Dock Conditions for entire 4-Slot Dock Status of Falcon in this slot Status of Entire Unit The front panel of the 4-Slot Dock has two LEDs on the right side of the unit that indicate conditions for the entire 4-Slot Dock unit.

  • Page 88: Back Panel

    Falcon Four-Slot Dock Back Panel The back panel of the 4-Slot Dock has cable jacks for connections to the host computer and other 4-Slot Docks (refer to ). The power input jack is Figure 28 also located there. (For information about connecting docks, refer to <cross- ref>Figure 29 on page 66.

  • Page 89: Installation

    Installation Installation Power Adapter Use one of the following: • US style 110VAC plug (PSC part number 00-850-00) • International: 100–250VAC 47–63Hz input with IEC320 (part num- ber 00-851-00; includes power cord) Cables To connect the 4-Slot Dock to a host computer, use one of the following: •...

  • Page 90: Creating A Dock Network

    Falcon Four-Slot Dock 4. Plug the power cord into an outlet or power strip (preferably one that has surge protection). • The LED on the front panel of the dock lights up. Power Creating a Dock Network shows the back of two docks in a network. Figure 29 Figure 29.

  • Page 91: Using The 4-Slot Dock

    Using the 4-Slot Dock Using the 4-Slot Dock Charging a Falcon’s Batteries To charge the rechargeable batteries in a Falcon, place the Falcon into any slot of a 4-Slot Dock that is connected to a power supply. The dock does not need to be connected to a computer.
  • Page 92 Falcon Four-Slot Dock NOTES ® Falcon DOS Portable Terminals...
  • Page 93 The Falcon Vehicle Mount Powered Dock Overview ..............70 Power Supply ............70 Fuse Replacement ..........71 Vehicle 12VDC Connection .........71 Installation ...............72 Mounting Bracket ..........73 Bottom Mounting Bracket ........73 Custom Mounting Brackets ........74 Using the Vehicle Mount Powered Dock ....75...

  • Page 94: Overview

    There is also a Vehicle Mount Dock (without power) available for the Falcon 31X and 32X (PSC part number 00-445-00). The vehicle-mounted dock holds the Falcon as specified above.

  • Page 95: Fuse Replacement

    Power Supply Fuse Replacement The unit uses a 250V, 1.5A (fast blow), high current interrupting rated fuse that is externally accessible and user replaceable. Should it need replacement, replace with same size, rating and type of fuse (such as Bussman AGC-1 1/2). Vehicle 12VDC Connection The dock is designed for use with any automotive DC power source within the range of 11 V to 16.5 V.

  • Page 96: Installation

    The Falcon Vehicle Mount Powered Dock If the dock is connected to a switched outlet on the fuse box, the Falcon battery will only charge when the vehicle is on. This eliminates the problem of draining the vehicle battery. Installation Figure 31.

  • Page 97: Mounting Bracket

    Installation Mounting Bracket Complete the following instructions for the PSC Powered Dock Mounting bracket: 1. Assemble the mounting bracket. 2. Install the mounting bracket on a stable, flat surface. Use the Powered Dock mounting bracket or an equivalent mounting assembly. 3.

  • Page 98: Custom Mounting Brackets

    The Falcon Vehicle Mount Powered Dock Figure 33. Fasten Back Plate Assembly to dock 3. The dock is ready for cabling. Custom Mounting Brackets When using a non-Falcon mounting bracket, use the dimensions in Figure 34 when placing the custom bracket on the dock. ®...

  • Page 99: Using The Vehicle Mount Powered Dock

    Using the Vehicle Mount Powered Dock Figure 34. Back View of Dock before Mounting Custom Bracket Using the Vehicle Mount Powered Dock 1. Place the Falcon in the dock with the keypad facing out, towards the indicators. The Power LED on the dock is illuminated when the dock is receiving DC power. Batteries in the Falcon will not charge unless the Power LED is on.
  • Page 100 The Falcon Vehicle Mount Powered Dock Figure 35. Insert the Falcon in Vehicle Mount Powered Dock . 2. Push the Falcon down into the well and release. The hand-strap hook connects with the upper tab, securing the Falcon in the dock. Refer to Figure 35 ®...
  • Page 101 Using the Vehicle Mount Powered Dock Figure 36. Falcon Dock Installed in the Vehicle Mounting Bracket 3. The dock begins charging the batteries when the Falcon is inserted into the dock. The Falcon can begin communicating with another serial device, such as a printer or modem. 4.
  • Page 102 The Falcon Vehicle Mount Powered Dock NOTES ® Falcon DOS Portable Terminals...
  • Page 103 Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Technical Support Maintaining the PDT ..........80 Troubleshooting ............80 Bar Codes ............. 80 Batteries ............... 81 Dock ..............81 RF Connectivity Troubleshooting ....... 82 Serial Communications ........83 Technical Support ........... 83...

  • Page 104: Maintaining The Pdt

    Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Technical Support Maintaining the PDT With normal use, the PDT, Dock, 4-Slot Dock and battery chargers require no maintenance. For trouble-free service, observe the following tips when using the Falcon: • To prolong its life and avoid problems, keep the Falcon clean. Use a clean, soft cloth dampened with a mild, dilute cleanser.

  • Page 105: Batteries

    Troubleshooting Bar code won't scan with wand • Ensure that the wand is passing over the entire bar code label. Holding the wand like a pencil in front of the left side of the label, use a swift sweeping motion to move the wand towards the other end of the label. Batteries Unit won't turn on •...

  • Page 106: Rf Connectivity Troubleshooting

    Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Technical Support RF Connectivity Troubleshooting Gather facts: • Falcon type • AP & RF card brand (ensure latest version of firmware installed) START • Host type • Software type • Software version (ensure latest version is installed) •...

  • Page 107: Serial Communications

    Technical Support Serial Communications Data transfer doesn't succeed • Do communications parameters agree (COM port, baud rate, transfer protocol)? • Is the cable designed for use with the Falcon (PSC-specific RJ cable) or the dock (25-pin null modem cable)? • Is there disk drive space available on the receiver for the file being sent? If not, delete unnecessary files.
  • Page 108 Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Technical Support NOTES ® Falcon DOS Portable Terminals...
  • Page 109 Technical Support NOTES User’s Guide...
  • Page 110 Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Technical Support NOTES ® Falcon DOS Portable Terminals...
  • Page 111 44, 45 4-slot dock 44, 61 to 67 disposal electrical ratings electrical rating 57-key keypad 19 to 22 Falcon 31X 5 to 6 compared to PC Falcon 32X 5 to 6 icons Falcon 33X 6 to 8 input modes...
  • Page 112 55 to 59 serial port 4-slot 61 to 67 turning on and off electrical ratings viewport 35 to 42 Falcon 4-Slot Dock Falcon 31x Falcon Dock compared to PC 15, 19 power adapter cursors troubleshooting input modes refer to Vehicle Mount...
  • Page 113 25, 30 38-key keypad double strike 25, 30 57-key keypad press and wait 26, 30 Falcon 31x release scan Falcon 32x spot beam time-out Falcon 33x/34x moving the viewport display keypad 13 to 22 on/off key...
  • Page 114 16, 21, 30, 34 positioning on a bar code Falcon 31X triggers Falcon 31X, 32X, 34X scanner, attaching to Falcon 52 to ??, 52 to 53 Falcon 32X scanning Falcon 33X and 34X 38, 39, 40...
  • Page 115 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PSC hereby declares that the Equipment specified below has been tested and found compliant to the following Directives and Standards: Directives: EMC 89/336/EEC Low Voltage 73/23/EEC R&TTE 1999/5/EC Standards: EN 55022-A:1994/1998 EN 50082-1:1998 EN 55024:1998 ETS 300 328 EN 60950:2000 EN 60825-1:2001 Equipment Type:...
  • Page 116 Asia Pacific Italy PSC Hong Kong PSC S.p.A. Hong Kong Vimercate (MI), Italy Telephone: [852]-2-584-6210 Telephone: [39] (0) 39/62903.1 Fax: [852]-2-521-0291 Fax: [39] (0) 39/6859496 Australia Japan PSC Asia Pacific Pty Ltd. PSC Japan K.K. North Ryde, Australia Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, Japan Telephone: [61] 0 (2) 9878 8999 Telephone: 81 (0)3 3491 6761 Fax: [61] 0 (2) 9878 8688...

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