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XG105 User Manual
Version 1
August, 2012

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  • Page 1 XG105 User Manual Version 1 August, 2012...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Janam XG105 SDK Enable the ScanWedge Feature 5–2 Update Your Desktop Software 2–1 Data Entry CH–PG Attach the Handstrap to the XG105 2–2 Entering Information on the XG105 6–1 Attach the Stylus Tether to the Stylus 2–2 The Input Panel 6–1...

  • Page 3: About The Janam Xg105

    While its center-weighted ergonomic design makes it uniquely balanced and light, the XG105 is a powerful workhorse that delivers state-of-the-art computing performance in an exceptionally rugged package. Designed for the work at hand, the XG105 delivers superior performance and flexibility at a great price.

  • Page 4: Hardware Overview

    LED Indicators Escape key Power On/Off Function key Control key Navigation keys Syncing/Charging Connector Front View Rear View Syncing/Charging Connector Barcode Scan Window Rear LED Scan Trigger Gun Handle (Battery Chamber) Battery Chamber Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012 1―2...
  • Page 5 Battery Chamber Base of Battery & Battery Release Plunger Rear-Bottom Sectional View MicroSD Memory microSD Memory Syncing/Charging Card Door Screws Card Door Connector Upper Handstrap Connectors Speaker Rear Indicator Lights (Tail Lights) Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012 1―3...
  • Page 6 XG105 User Manual Bottom View Battery Speaker (on bottom housing) Battery Lock Battery Chamber microSD Card Slot Compartment Rear LED Indicators Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012 1―4...

  • Page 7: Getting Started Ch-Pg

    The Janam XG Series Software Development Kit enables programmers to develop applications for Janam XG Series rugged mobile computers running the Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 operating system. It contains details and instructions for developing applications that access Janam XG Series libraries, including scanning, imaging and hardware utilities.

  • Page 8: Janam Technologies Llc Version 1,

    XG105 User Manual Attach the Handstrap to the XG105 1. Insert the long-looped end of the handstrap through either the left- or right-side upper handstrap connector (at the back of the handheld*). 2. Insert the metal spring closure hook (the other opposite end of the handstrap) through the loop previously pushed through the upper handstrap connecter in Step 1.

  • Page 9: Attach The Stylus Tether To The

    3. Pull the entire length of the stylus tether and the stylus tether’s silver grommet all the way through the loop to secure the stylus tether to the handstrap’s adjustment slider. 4. When not in use, the stylus can be inserted in the stylus sleeve on the handstrap. 2―3 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...

  • Page 10: Install The Battery

    User Manual Install the Battery IMPORTANT BATTERY WARNING!  CAUTION: Use only Janam-approved batteries. There is the risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Always dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.  IMPORTANT NOTE!

  • Page 11: Charging The Battery

    IMPORTANT NOTE!  The Janam XG105 relies upon two rechargeable batteries. The first is the primary 7.4v cylindrical battery housed within the device gun handle. The primary battery is supplemented by an internal, rechargeable backup battery which is not user serviceable.

  • Page 12: Turn The Xg105 On

    Always use the supplied stylus for tapping or making strokes on screen. DO NOT use a pen, pencil or any other object on the touch screen. Note: If your XG105 came pre-loaded with a custom software application, a welcome utility may not appear. If this happens, follow the on-screen instructions. 2―6...

  • Page 13: Understanding The Desktop

    XG105 User Manual Understanding the Desktop Command bar: The XG105 mobile computer desktop provides the following functions. What the Status Icons Mean 2―7 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...

  • Page 14: Setting Up The Janam Xg105

    1. Power button ― Pressing the (red) power button turns the handheld computer on and off. When powered on, the XG105 returns to the screen last displayed when powered off. 2. Use the Backlight to illuminate the screen in low-light conditions.

  • Page 15: Lcd Screen Calibration

    DO NOT use a pen, pencil or any other object on the touch screen. Initial startup of the Janam XG105 launches on-screen setup instructions which include a calibration screen. Calibration aligns the internal circuitry of the handheld computer with its touch-sensitive screen, enabling the handheld to accurately detect stylus tapping of selected elements or actions.
  • Page 16 1. On the Items tab, select the items you want to appear on the Today screen. 2. Select functions by tapping check boxes. 3. Change function order by tapping the function, moving it by tapping the Move Up or Move Down buttons. 3―3 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...

  • Page 17: Language And Regional Settings

    User Manual Language and Regional Settings The style in which numbers, currency, dates and times are displayed is controlled by Regional Settings. The Janam XG105 ships with regional, language and input settings, pre-set to English (United States). To change Regional Settings: 1.

  • Page 18: Owner Information

    2. Select the Identification tab and enter the Owner Information. To display Owner Information on the Today screen: 1. Tap Start menu > Settings > Personal tab > Owner Information. 2. On the Options tab, select the Identification information check box. 3―5 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...

  • Page 19: Password Protection

    4. On the Hint tab, enter a phrase to help you remember your password. The hint displays after the wrong password is entered four times. 5. Tap ok. You will be prompted to enter your password the next time you turn on your Janam XG105. 3―6 Janam Technologies LLC...
  • Page 20 To remove password protection: 1. Tap Start menu > Settings > Personal tab > Lock. 2. Enter your current password. 3. Un-check the Prompt if device unused for check box. 4. Tap ok. 3―7 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...

  • Page 21: Backlight And Brightness Preferences

    Tip: Whenever practical, you can conserve battery life by  using the AC adapter to plug the XG105 into an external power source. Checking the status of the main and backup batteries: 1. Tap Start menu > Settings > System tab >...

  • Page 22: Button Assignment And Scrolling Speed

    ― On 52-key keypad, use the <Func + H> keys for volume up and <Func + M> keys for volume down. ― On 42-key keypad, use the <[F4 + D]> keys for volume up and the <[F4 + H]> keys for volume down. 3―9 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...

  • Page 23: Enable Sounds And Notifications

    4. Select the Event in the dropdown menu, tap Play sound checkbox and choose sound. 5. Tap ok. Device Name Your XG105's name (which may already be assigned) is used to identify the device in the following situations: ― Synchronizing with a PC ―...

  • Page 24: Customizing The Start Menu

    2. Select the application you want to open. Removing Applications To remove a program: 1. Go to Start menu > Settings > Remove Program. 2. Select the program you want to delete and tap Remove. 3. Tap ok. 3―11 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...

  • Page 25: Device Locked/Unlocked

    Keymap Preference To change Keymap preference: 1. Tap Start > Settings > Control Panel. 2. Tap XG105 Panel icon. 3. Select Keymap tab. 4. Depending upon your keypad configuration, select either 52-Key or 42-Key. 5. Select one of the default keypad files or one that is preloaded by your installed application.

  • Page 26: How To Reset The Xg105

    (Orange) key, press and release Power button. 5. Release CTRL key and FUNC (Orange) key after 10 seconds. ® 6. The XG105 will reboot presenting the Janam logo screen, followed by the Microsoft Windows Mobile screen, followed by the Stylus calibration screen. Follow the on-screen stylus calibration instructions.

  • Page 27: Barcode Scanning Demonstration

    7. Tap ok to save. 8. Select Scan 9. Point the scan window at a barcode, and press the barcode scan trigger on the XG105. The example results will display after a successful scan. 5―1 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...

  • Page 28: Enable The Scanwedge Feature

    4. Tap ok. Note: The ScanWedge function will be disabled if manual scanning is initiated either by a command API or by using the Janam Barcode Test Program. 5―2 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...

  • Page 29: Data Entry Ch-Pg

    Data Entry Entering Information on the XG105 Information can be entered into the Janam XG105 handheld computer in a variety of ways: 1. Barcode scanning  Scan one-dimensional barcodes to automatically capture data. See Chapter 5 for information about barcode scanning.

  • Page 30: Using The On-Screen Keyboard

    Fewer keys will appear on the keyboard, but you can do gestures for Space, Backspace, Enter and Shift + Key. 4. Tap the Options tab and change the zoom level as desired. 5. Tap ok. (a) Using Input Selector arrow: (b) Using Input on Settings screen: 6―2 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...
  • Page 31 1. Tap Start menu > Settings > Personal tab > Input. 2. Tap the Options tab and select the Scroll upon reaching the last line check box. 3. Tap ok. 6―3 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...

  • Page 32: Using The Block Recognizer

    Enter symbols and punctuation by tapping in either area of the box, followed by writing the desired character. Tip: For help with writing characters with Block Recognizer, tap the question mark near  the writing area. 6―4 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...

  • Page 33: Using The Letter Recognizer

    ― Enter punctuation and symbols by tapping in either area of the box and then writing the desired character.  Tip: For help with writing characters with Letter Recognizer, tap the question mark near the writing area. 6―5 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...

  • Page 34: Using Transcriber

    Move the cursor one space to the left Move the cursor one space to the right Move the cursor one space back and erase existing text Open the transcriber Help 6―6 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...
  • Page 35 4. At the top of the screen, double-tap the picture of this character. 5. The character slowly redraws, showing the handwriting sequence. 6. Tap how often you write the character in that way: Often, Rarely or Never. 7. Tap ok. 6―7 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...
  • Page 36 2. When you are finished, on the File menu, click Save As. 3. In the Save as type box, select All Files and enter a name for the file using a .dct extension (for example, mydictionary.dct). 6―8 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...
  • Page 37 Tip: To reposition the keyboard, tap and hold the title bar and  drag to the desired location. With no text selected, you can also open the keyboard by doing this gesture. 6―9 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...
  • Page 38 3. In the Transcriber: Shorthand dialog box, tap Add. 4. Tap Function > Next. 5. Write the Shorthand you want to use and then tap the Function the shorthand represents. 6. Tap Finish 7. Tap ok. 6―10 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...
  • Page 39 The horizontal portion of the gesture must be at least two times longer than the vertical portion. Tip: You can also use the enter, space and backspace buttons on the  Transcriber toolbar. 6―11 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...
  • Page 40 1. From a program, tap on the Transcriber toolbar. 2. Tap File and one of the following: ― Master if you are the primary user. ― Guest if you are not the primary user. 6―12 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...
  • Page 41 Write individual letters, numbers and punctuation which are converted into typed text. Transcriber Write in cursive, print or mixed handwriting (consisting of both cursive and print) and convert your writing into typed text. 6―13 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...

  • Page 42: Synchronizing Data Ch-Pg

    Windows Mobile Device Center and ActiveSync allow you to synchronize data between and XG105 and your PC. ActiveSync and Windows Mobile Device Center share many similarities. This User Guide includes screenshots and setup for Windows Mobile Device Center. The user experience should be virtually the same with ActiveSync.

  • Page 43: Setting Up And Deleting Partnerships

    − An Ethernet cable connected to a Janam RS232 Serial Cradle with the XG105 docked in the cradle. − A direct connection between the XG105 and the host PC, using a Janam USB or RS232 Serial Syncing/Charging Cable. 2. On your PC, select Start menu > Programs >...
  • Page 44 Automatic synchronization will then take place whenever all of the following conditions are met: ― The XG105 is connected to the host PC. ― Data selected for synchronization has been changed. ― The Windows Mobile Device Center application is started.

  • Page 45: Partnership (Connection) Settings

    1. Open the Windows Mobile Device Center control panel. 2. Move the mouse icon over the Mobile Device Settings option, revealing the sub-menu of options. 3. Click Connection Settings. 4. Apply your preferences and click OK. 7―4 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...
  • Page 46 ― If there is a Synchronized Files folder, a Confirm Folder Deletion screen will appear. Tap Yes to proceed. Note: You will need to re-establish a partnership when you reconnect the XG105 to your PC. 7―5 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...

  • Page 47: Wireless Local Area Network Access

    XG105 User Manual 802.11 Wireless Configuration The following section outlines steps for basic 802.11 wireless configuration of your Janam XG105. Wireless Local Area Network Access To set up network profile: 1. Tap Start menu > Settings > Connections tab > Wireless Manager 2.
  • Page 48 8. Tap Profile tab and double tap Scan button to search for nearby AP’s. 9. Select the desired network and tap Configure button to set the network profile, e.g. SOFTWARE 10. Tap Yes button to complete the new profile configuration. Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012 8―2...
  • Page 49 SOFTWARE 12. Perform a Soft Reset using the ESC/Trigger to invoke the new profile. Note: See Chapter 4 for more about device resets. 13. Tap Status tab to check the connection status. Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012 8―3...

  • Page 50: Overview

    There are several ways to set up your computer for wireless access and the following section details the general instructions needed to set up Bluetooth on your Janam XG105. Please note that complex or custom installations may require additional expertise from Janam’s technical support team.

  • Page 51: Making A Bluetooth Device Visible

    Bluetooth Partnerships A partnership is a relationship that you create between your XG105 and another Bluetooth device to securely exchange information. Creating a partnership involves entering the same Bluetooth Passcode on both devices. Once a partnership is created, the paired devices need only have Bluetooth turned on and within range to exchange information;...
  • Page 52 Bluetooth Partnerships (continued) To accept a Bluetooth partnership: 1. Ensure that your XG105 is turned on, visible and within close range. 2. When prompted to accept a partnership with the device that is sending the relationship request, tap Yes. 3. If a Passcode is requested, enter an alphanumeric Passcode between 0 and 16 characters in Passcode and tap Next.

  • Page 53: Bluetooth Beam

    2. From the pop-up menu that appears, select Beam File. 3. Nearby Bluetooth devices are displayed on the list. 4. Tap on the targeted device to beam the file. • • • • • ―4 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...

  • Page 54: Bluetooth Virtual Com Ports Overview

    If you want to reject the beamed information, then tap Cancel. 5. A message will ask “Do you want to save “filename” to your device?”. Tap Yes to receive the information and store it in the XG105 \My Documents folder. • •...
  • Page 55 Select a different numbered port. 6. To use this COM port to communicate only with devices with which your device has a Bluetooth partnership, select the Secure Connection check box. 7. Tap Finish. ―6 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, August, 2012...

  • Page 56: Regulatory And Maintenance Ch-Pg

    100 Crossways Park West, Suite 105 Woodbury, NY 11797 Janam Technologies shall not be liable for use of our product with equipment (i.e., power supplies, personal computers, etc.) that is not CE marked and does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive.
  • Page 57 The user may find the following booklet helpful: “Something about Interference.” This is available at local FCC regional offices. Janam is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connective cables and equipment other than those specified by our company.
  • Page 58 The terminal can be cleaned with a damp cloth. For European Community users Janam Technologies complies with Directive 2002/96/EC of THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL OF 27 January 2003 on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) information This product has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production.

  • Page 59: Battery Warning

    Doing so can create a unsafe short-circuit conditon and/or damage the charger. 4. Janam chargers and cradles are for indoor use only and must not be exposed to moisture or be placed where liquid may spill. 5. Janam chargers and cradles are designed expressly for use only with the Janam mobile computers and rechargable batteries specified for use with them.

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