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- Page 1 User’s Manual PT-90 Mobile Computer (WinCE 6.0 version) DOC NO. UM-P9005-01 Mar . 2010 Version 1.0...
- Page 2 Argox will not be liable in case modifications are made by the customer. In such case the standard repair charge will be applicable. The standard charge for repair will also be applicable in case no defect is found at all.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
....................6 HECK THE PACKAGE 2.1.1 Compact Package.................... 6 2.1.2 Cadle & Pistol grip Package (Optional) ............7 2.2 D ......................8 ETAILED 2.2.1 PT-90 Mobile Computer.................. 8 2.2.2 Cradle ......................9 2.3 I ...........10 NSTALLING EPLACING AND HARGING ATTERIES 2.3.1 Installing / Replacing the Battery Pack ............12... - Page 4 OVERVIEW OF MICROSOFT WINDOWS CE 6.0 ...........45 8.1 M ......................45 INDOWS 8.2 T ........................47 ASKBAR 8.3 S PT-90 .....................49 ETTING UP THE 8.3.1 Certificates .....................50 8.3.2 Date/Time .......................51 8.3.3 Dialing ......................52 8.3.4 Display ......................53 8.3.5 Hot Function Key ...................54 8.3.6 Input Panel .....................54 8.3.7 Internet Options .....................55...
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Page 5: About Thi Manual
Chapter 3: Operating the Mobile computer – Describes customizing the PT-90 Chapter 4: Scanning Chapter 5: Useful Utilities Chapter 6: Software Applications Chapter 7: Communication – Describes using the PT-90 for different types of communication Chapter 8: Overview of Microsoft Windows CE 6.0 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting Chapter 10: Appendix... -
Page 6: User And Product Safety
Conditions exceeding IP65 standards could result in water or other contaminants entering the PT-90. Use only the approved AC Adapter with the PT-90. Use of an unapproved AC Adapter could result in electrical problems, or even cause a fire or an electrical shock to the user. - Page 7 [ENT] key, which can discharge your batteries or change settings you do not want changed. Using the Cradle Do not place any product other than the PT-90 mobile computer in the cradle. Maintenance There are no user-serviceable parts inside the mobile computer or the cradle. So do not try to take it apart.
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Page 8: Specifications
1.3 Specifications Performance Windows Embedded CE 6.0 MARVELL PXA310 (806 MHz) 256MB RAM 256MB Display 3.5” Color TFT LCD with touch panel Resolution 240 x 320 Scanner Scanner system Laser scan engine Readable barcode Code 11, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Codabar, EAN-8, EAN- 13, Industrial 2/5, Interleaved 2/5, MSI plessey, UK plessey, Telepen, UPC-A, UPC-E, Matrix 2/5, UPC/EAN General, IATA 2/5, TRI-OPTIC and RSS... - Page 9 Sealed standard IP65 Agency Listing CE, FCC, BSMI, NCC, CCC, SRRC Win-CE AP MS Web Browser(Internet Explorer), Media Player, Microsoft WordPad, Remote Desktop Connection, Transcriber, Windows Explorer Developing Tools Argox SDK Microsoft Visual Studio for smart device programming User’s Manual...
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Page 10: Getting Started
2. Getting Started This chapter describes the PT-90 physical characteristics, how to install and charge the batteries, how to remove and replace the strap assembly and how to start the PT-90 for the first time. 2.1 Check the package Carefully remove all protective material from around the PT-90 and save the shipping container for later storage and shipping. -
Page 11: Cadle & Pistol Grip Package (Optional)
Figure 2-2 Cradle Package Pistol Package pistol-grip Li-ion battery 4400mAH Figure 2-3 Pistol –grip Package Inspect the package contents for damage. If any item is missing or damaged, please contact the Argox Technical Support Center immediately. User’s Manual... -
Page 12: Detailed View
2.2 Detailed View The pictures below provide information on the PT-90’s various buttons, ports and other functions. 2.2.1 PT-90 Mobile Computer Dimensions of the PT-90 159 mm (L) * 80.8mm (W) * 36mm (H) Key pad Touch Screen Speaker Scan Button... -
Page 13: Cradle
2.2.2 Cradle Dimensions of the CRD-90 Cradle 147mm (L) x 112mm (W) x 83mm (H) Charging Power Figure 2-6 The Front of the CRD-90 1. Mobile Computer Slot Put the mobile computer in the cradle slot for data transmission or charging 2. -
Page 14: Installing, Replacing And Charging Batteries
Use the right charger for batteries. The rechargeable Li-polymer battery pack from Argox can be charged in the cradle when either it is in the mobile computer or alone in the charging slot in the back of the cradle. - Page 15 When the mobile computer is placed in the cradle, the rechargeable battery pack charges automatically. If you have a spare Argox battery pack, you can replace the empty battery pack with a full battery pack for continuous mobile computer operation. Put the empty battery pack in the charging slot of the cradle.
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Page 16: Installing / Replacing The Battery Pack
Charging the Battery Pack with a Power Adapter Using a RS232/Charging Cable or USB/Charging Cable Plug in the RS232/Charging cable or the USB/Charging cable to the PT-90 Connect the AC adapter to the cable’s power jack and an electrical outlet. -
Page 17: Charging The Battery Pack With Cradle
Battery pack and the backup battery pack and have started to use the PT-90. Otherwise data that is not saved will be lost. Please keep in mind to turn off the power on Mobile computer when changing the main Battery pack. -
Page 18: Installing In A System
2.4 Installing in a System Notes: Exercise caution at all times when working with AC-powered equipment. Turn off your devices before installation. Because of the special pin-out of the connectors, use the cables supplied by the manufacturer. ... -
Page 19: Operation Of The Mobile Computer
3. Operation of the Mobile Computer 3.1 Keypad Description PT-90 keypad consists of 29 rubber keys including one SCAN key. Please refer to the picture below. 29-key 29-key plus Figure 3-1 Keypad Layout Key Define Function ALPHA Switches between the number input mode or the character input mode. -
Page 20: Function Key Description
3.2 Function Key Description The function key is specially designed for quick access (Hot-key) to some functions. The function key combines with other keys. Press function key once (function single mode). After press function key combination, function single mode switches to normal mode. ... -
Page 21: Install Micro Sd Card Into Pt-90
3.3 Install micro SD card into PT-90 1. Open the Micro SD slot cover with a screw driver. 2. Insert a correctly oriented Micro SD card. 3.Close the slot cover and fix two screws. Insert Micro SD card face side down... -
Page 22: Configuring Pt-90 Settings
3.4 Configuring PT-90 Settings 3.4.1 Calibrating Touch Screen Alignment Pressing the Power key The PT-90 welcome screen appears. The Windows CE® screen appears shortly after. Figure 3-3 Logo Calibrating the PT-90 This screen can be accessed at any time by pressing the hot key FN and ESC key. -
Page 23: Adjusting Brightness
→Settings → Control Panel→Volume & Sounds 3.4.4 Using the Stylus The stylus is located next to hand-strap on the rear of the PT-90 as illustrated in Figure 2-4 The Front of the PT-90 ( ). The stylus functions the same as a mouse on a PC. Use the... -
Page 24: Entering Information
Use left /right side key Use Microsoft ActiveSync to synchronize or copy information from the host computer to the PT-90. For more information on ActiveSync, refer to Chapter 7. 3.5.1 Entering Information Using a Keypad The alphanumeric keypads produce the 26-character alphabet (A-Z), number s (0-9), function keys and assorted characters. -
Page 25: Power Management
3.6 Power Management 3.6.1 Power Status Indication Checking main and Backup Battery Status Enter “Power Properties” If the above mentioned Plug or Battery icon is displayed, double tap this icon to bring up the Power Properties screen. Or, select Settings → Control Panel from the Start menu and then double tap the Power icon to display Power Properties. - Page 26 Indicates the battery is very low. Stop operation and charge “Battery Very low” the PT-90 immediately. You must charge the battery when the Battery Very Low icon is displayed. If the Battery Very Low icons still show after charging, please contact Argox Technical Support. User’s Manual...
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Page 27: Saving Battery Power
Automatic shut-down of the PT-90 The PT-90 enters idle mode when there is no task or if all tasks are waiting for input. In default setting, the PT-90 automatically turns itself off if idle for 9 (1+3+5) minutes and when there is no external charging power. -
Page 28: Suspend Mode
3.6.3 Suspend Mode The PT-90 will go into suspend mode when it is idle for a period of time. Customize the idle duration using the Power control panel (refer to Figure Schemes Tab). Suspend mode appears just like you have turned the unit off. Press the key to suspend the PT-90. -
Page 29: Resume
If the PT-90 stops responding to the system, you may need to rest it. There are three ways to reset - warm boot, cold boot and clean boot. A warm boot and cold boot restart the PT-90, but all data that have not saved will get lost. All data in flash will be preserved. -
Page 30: Performing A Warm Boot
PT-90 initializes the logo screen appears for about a minute. 3.7.2 Performing a Cold Boot A cold boot restarts the PT-90 and all un-saved data will get lost. Only perform a cold boot if a warm boot does not solve the problem. The RAM will be reinitialized. -
Page 31: Flash Storage
3.8.1 Flash Disk Location All storage disk is stored in Flash Disk in PT-90 Figure 3-15 My Device 3.8.2 Flash Disk Size The size of the Flash Disk varies depending on the size of the system firmware. -
Page 32: Bluetooth Setting
3.9 Bluetooth Setting Please enable Bluetooth first like Figure 3-17 Figure 3-17 Enable Bluetooth After enable Bluetooth, please select Show BT like figure 3-18 Figure 3-18 Show BT On Bluetooth manager screen, select File New Connection like Figure 3-19 Figure 3-19 Bluetooth Connection User’s Manual... - Page 33 It will start to search devices. Select a device and press Pair button; it needs to enter Bluetooth PIN code like Figure 3-21. Figure 3-21 Bluetooth Pairing After PT-90 check pin code with device. PT-90 will appear a pop window and show Success message like Figure 3-22. Figure 3-22 Bluetooth Pairing-1...
- Page 34 Second function is Serial Port which communication with device via com port like Figure 3-23 Figure 3-23 Bluetooth Explorer After press Next button, it will start to search device like Figure3-24. Figure 3-24 Bluetooth Serial Port After press Connect button, it will appear a connection with SPP mode like Figure 3-25 Figure 3-25 Bluetooth Serial Port User’s Manual...
- Page 35 10. Third function is File Transfer like Figure 3-26 Figure 3-26 Bluetooth Explorer 11. After press Next button, it will start to search device and it needs to enter PIN code like Figure 3-27 Figure 3-27 Bluetooth File Transfer-1 12. After checking pin code with the connect device. PT90 will enter FTP mode like Figure 3-28 Figure 3-28 Bluetooth File Transfer-2 User’s Manual...
- Page 36 13. On Bluetooth manager screen, it will add a FTP connection like Figure 3-29 Figure 3-29 Bluetooth File Transfer-3 14. The latest function is ActiveSync connection. The function can connect with computer via ActiveSync like Figure 3-30 Figure 3-30 Bluetooth Explorer 15.
- Page 37 16. PT-90 will add a ActiveSync connection on Bluetooth manager screen. It will synchronize with computer like Figure 3-32 Figure 3-32 Bluetooth ActiveSync User’s Manual...
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Page 38: Wlan Setting
3.10 WLAN Setting After enable WLAN setting, a POP window appears as below. Figure 3-33 Figure 3-33 WLAN setting If the above window doesn’t show, try to double click the Wireless icon on the screen bottom. Select new connection and press Connect button or double click the new connection, BU01-WPA for instance;... -
Page 39: Scanning
4. Scanning The PT-90 has an integrated laser scanner that reads all major bar code labels with excellent performance. The trigger key is located in the middle of the unit. There are also two side-keys to trigger scanner. Press trigger key to activate the laser scanner. -
Page 40: Scan Driver
Figure 4-3 Scan Configuration-3 After you change settings, press the OK button to configure, or press Restore Default to return to the scan default settings. 4.2 Scan driver Scan driver lets you put data into Microsoft Wordpad. Open scan driver and the scan module powers on the scanner. -
Page 41: Scan Test
4.3 Scan test The PT-90 has a Scan Test.exe program that allows you to test the barcode scan function. Scan Test.exe is located in directory Desktop→Utility→Scan Test.exe. This program shows barcode type and barcode data when pressing the Scan key. -
Page 42: Barcode Reading Problems
The scanning sequence is defined by the user’s application. A typical sequence is: Point the mobile computer at the barcode and press the Trigger key Point the LED lightbeam at barcode as shown in the scan position illustration above. ... -
Page 43: Utilities
5. Utilities 5.1 Function Key Setting To assign your favorite application program or virtual key from F1 ~ F10 and P1~P4 hot keys. Function Key.exe is located in directory Desktop→Utility→Function_Key.exe. Choose F1~F10 or P1~P4 from list. Tap Define to define application or virtual key. Tap Apply or OK to set function key setting. -
Page 44: Timeout & Brightness
5.2 Timeout & Brightness Timeout&Brightness setting is a tool for changing the LCD backlight and keypad LED. If you wish to save power use this program to change LCD backlight and keypad LED settings. This application supports battery power and external power settings. Figure 5-3 Timeout &... -
Page 45: Software Applications
WLAN to connect to an Internet server provider (ISP) or network. Figure 6-2 Internet Explorer 6.2 Media Player The PT-90 comes with Media Player for Windows CE installed. Open Media Player by selecting Start → Programs →Media Player from the desktop. -
Page 46: Microsoft Wordpad
6.3 Microsoft WordPad You can create and edit documents and templates in WordPad, using buttons and menu commands that are similar to those used in the desktop version of Microsoft Word. You can work with files Normal or Outline view. WordPad documents are usually saved as .pwd files, but you can also save documents in other file formats, such as .rtf... -
Page 47: Windows Explorer
6.6 Windows Explorer Windows Explorer works almost the same on your PDA as it does on your PC. See the topics below for information about the difference in Windows Explorer on your device. Figure 6-7 Windows Explorer User’s Manual... -
Page 48: Communication
7. Communication Argox PT-90 lets you link to a host computer via RS-232 or USB port for data communication. This chapter gives an overview of PT-90’s communication capabilities.(remove) The Argox PT-90 lets you link to a host computer via RS-232 or USB port for data communication with cable or cradle. -
Page 49: Overview Of Microsoft Windows Ce 6.0
8. Overview of Microsoft Windows CE 6.0 This chapter describes Microsoft Windows CE 6.0, the operating system for the PT-90 This introduction to Microsoft Windows CE 6.0 includes: How to use the main Windows How to use a taskbar ... - Page 50 Figure 8-3 Taskbar Start Icon Start icon is the starting point for the PT-90 program. If you point at the start menu with the stylus pen, you can see various menus including program, bookmark, document, setting, help, and operation. If you choose each menu, detailed executable programs appear as in the picture below.
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Page 51: Taskbar
8.2 Taskbar Taskbar shows a variety of information including keying in characters, battery, network connection, status of running programs, etc. Open Taskbar and Start Menu setting by selecting Start → Settings → Taskbar and Start Menu from the desktop. There are Always on top, Auto hide and Show Clock setting in General tab. - Page 52 Figure 8-6 Transcriber Keyboard: When Keyboard input panel is running, you will see the icon located in the taskbar. Figure 8-7 Keyboard Input Panel Upper / lower case Selection: Press this icon to select upper and lower case letters. If you select upper case, capital letters and characters appear on the number key pad.
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Page 53: Setting Up The Pt-90
8.3 Setting up the PT-90 You can set up various configurations of the PT-90 such as Date/Time, Network, Display, Volume and Sounds, Power, System, etc. at the control panel. Figure 8-9 Setting up To Tap Start → Settings → Control Panel, the control panel window appears. In the View option in the menu, you can change the view mode into large icons, small icons, details or to arrange icons. -
Page 54: Certificates
8.3.1 Certificates Application programs use certificates to ensure reliability and safe communication. Figure 8-11 Certificates Authorized certificate providers issue certificates that are valid for a specified period. Windows CE manages several certificate storages. Select Go to Start → Settings → Control Panel. Double click a Certificates to run. -
Page 55: Date/Time
8.3.2 Date/Time This screen sets date, time, standard time zone. Figure 8-12 Date/Time Date/Time You can set standard time zone, year, day and time. Set as follows: Press the down arrow in the standard time zone until it reaches your location. If the previously set value is appropriate, move on to the following. -
Page 56: Dialing
8.3.3 Dialing Dialing Properties 1. In the When dialing from list, select the Location where you want to change settings. 2. To create a new location, select New. Enter the name of the location, and then select OK Enter or Edit the area code and local country code as needed. Figure 8-13 Dialing Properties -1 Figure 8-14 Dialing Properties -2 4. -
Page 57: Display
8.3.4 Display This screen lets you set the wallpaper image of the PT-90, or change the color of the background screen. Call up the right button menu from desktop and select Properties and you can check the Display Properties window. -
Page 58: Hot Function Key
8.3.5 Hot Function Key Please refer to Function Key Setting above. 8.3.6 Input Panel You can set up the Input method and Options. Figure 8-16 Input Panel Properties Select keyboard and press Options. The Soft Keyboard Options window appears. Select the Size of the keys. To Use gestures for Space, Backspace, Shift and Enter, click the gestures check box. -
Page 59: Internet Options
8.3.7 Internet Options To use the Internet Options, make the following settings. General Click the General tab. Define your own start page and search page on the tab. It also can set the cache size. Click Delete Browsing History button, it can clear temporary internet files, cookies or history. -
Page 60: Keyboard
Security Under Security page, specify the security option for your browser. Figure 8-19 Internet Options-3 Privacy Under Privacy page, specify the cookies setting include of privacy level. Figure 8-20 Internet Options-4 8.3.8 Keyboard Repeat Tab To change the amount of time between taps before repetition starts, adjust the Repeat delay slider To change the repeat rate, adjust the Repeat rate slider. -
Page 61: Mouse
8.3.9 Mouse Double-click the checkerboard grid at a comfortable speed. Double-click the Test icon to test your setting. Tap OK to exit the Mouse properties. Figure 8-22 Mouse Properties 8.3.10 Network and Dial-up Connection You can directly link to the network via network (Ethernet, LAN) or phone (modern) connection. -
Page 62: Owner
8.3.11 Owner This function lets you set the PT-90 to display user information at start up, add information on the user, and set up a Network ID. Figure 8-24 Owner Properties Identification Enter information such as Name, Company, Address, company phone number, home phone number in the user information tab. -
Page 63: Password
To enable the password protection when the power on, click on the Enable password protection at power-on. You may encounter a request to enter the password if resume or warm/cold boot PT-90. If you forget the password and enter the system you may have to do a clean boot. A clean boot erases all files, data, as well as programs. -
Page 64: Pc Connection
Select the connection mode. Click OK to save the setting. To connect the PT-90 to a desktop PC, you must have Microsoft ActiveSync 4.5 for Windows 2000/XP or Microsoft Mobile Device Center 6.1 for Windows Vista/7 on your desktop PC. -
Page 65: Power
8.3.14 Power Please refer to the previous section on Power Management. ( Page 21 8.3.15 Regional Settings Figure 8-27 Regional Setting Properties You can set up region, numbers, currency, time, and date. Select Go to Start → Settings → Control Panel. Open Regional Settings icon. -
Page 66: Remove Programs
8.3.16 Remove Programs Figure 8-28 Remove Programs To remove installed programs: Select Go to Start → Settings → Control Panel. Open the Remove Programs icon. Select the program and click Remove to uninstall program. Click Remove. User’s Manual... -
Page 67: Scan Configuration
8.3.17 Scan Configuration Please refer to the previous section on Scan Configuration. 8.3.18 Storage Manager The storage manager lets you manage storage device. DSK1: NAND FLASH only allows the users to check the store information. DSK2 shall be SD memory card. The storage manager allow SD memory card to format, dismount or make new partition. -
Page 68: Stylus
If the bottom icon does not change, adjust the setting using the grid icon above. Calibration If the PT-90 screen does not respond properly, adjust the screen with the calibration function. To start Calibration: Select Go to Start → Settings → Control Panel. -
Page 69: System
Figure 8-31 System Properties The memory of the PT-90 is used for storage and programs. Basic memory capacity is 256MB. You can see the size of the memory cache used for running programs or storing data. -
Page 70: System Information
8.3.21 System Information The System Information properties window displays system information such as Info and Clean boot. Info page contained in the window includes operating system data such as CPU, ROM, RAM, serial number (SN), hardware number (HW) and version details. Clean boot page allow users to clean registry and format user partition. - Page 71 Sounds To set the Sounds: Select go to Start → Settings → Control Panel. Open Volume & Sounds icon and select Sounds tab. Select an Event from the event list. Select a sound from the event sound list. To remove the sound from the selected event, choose (None). To save the changes in another scheme, select Save As in another name and name the sound scheme.
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Page 72: Trouble Shooting
Argox for technical support: http://www.argox.com If the PT-90 mobile computer needs repair, please ensure that the label with the serial number is present. If sending the mobile computer or cradle back to your local supplier or Argox, please use the original package to minimize the chances of damage during shipping. - Page 73 Mobile computer will not shut off If the mobile computer is processing data, attach a charging cable to insure the battery isn’t depleted. If the mobile computer is connected to AC power, disconnect. Perform a warm boot – WARNING – Unsaved data will be lost. ...
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Page 74: Appendix: Updating The Os Via Micro Sd Card
10. Appendix: Updating the OS via Micro SD Card To upgrade or reinstall the PT-90 OS via Micro SD card, you need the CE600.bin and 90Utility.cab file (available from Argox Technical Support): Note: The file name must be “CE600.bin” and “90Utility.cab”– do not rename it.
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