About This Manual; Text Conventions; About The Hdk; Development Platform - Psion EP10 User Manual

1.1

About This Manual

This manual provides guidance on using the EP10 HDK to create peripherals that attach to the docking con-
nector of the Psion EP10 hand-held computer. The manual is organised into the following chapters:
Chapter 1: Introduction
provides an overview of the EP10 Hand-Held Computer and the EP10 HDK.
Chapter 2: Hardware
describes, in general terms, the hardware of EP10.
Chapter 3: Software
gives an overview of the registry entries and API for controlling peripherals and the installa-
tion of device drivers.
Chapter 4: Mechanical Considerations
describes the physical considerations of designing peripherals.
Chapter 5: Connections
describes the physical and electrical aspects of the docking connector of the EP10, and of the
connectors available on the EP10 snap modules.
Chapter 6: HDK Demo Application
describes the features and functions of the HDK Demo application program.
Appendix A: Resources
lists extra resources which may be of use in conjunction with the HDK.
Appendix B: EP10 Specifications
lists the specifications of the EP10.
Appendix C: HDK License Agreement
provides the license agreement that is assumed by using the EP10 HDK.
1.2

Text Conventions

The following conventions and syntax are followed throughout this document:
Note: Notes highlight additional helpful information.
Important: These statements provide important instructions or additional information that is critical
to the operation of the computer or other equipment.
Warning: These statements provide important information that may prevent injury, damage to the
equipment, or loss of data.
An arrow next to field description information (usually in tables) indicates a recommended or suggested
configuration setting.
1.3

About the HDK

The EP10 HDK (Hardware Development Kit) provides the software tools and technical information neces-
sary to design and integrate peripherals for your EP10 hand-held computer.
The docking connector on the EP10 provides access to USB and serial interfaces for connecting to standard
devices (barcode scanners, imagers, RFID readers, etc.).
3D model files and 2D schematic drawings are provided which give the precise measurements needed for
designing custom devices that fit snugly with the main housing around the docking connector.
Finally, the EP10 HDK API library provides the software tools necessary to access and control the peripheral
attached to the docking connector.
1.4

Development Platform

The EP10 API library is designed for application development using Visual Studio 9 (2008).
Chapter 1: Introduction
About This Manual
Psion EP10 HDK User Manual
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