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  • Page 1 Skorpio™/Skorpio-GUN User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Datalogic reserves the right to make modifications and improvements without prior notification. Datalogic shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein, nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use of this material.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Radio Compliance..................xiii FCC Compliance..................xv SAR Compliance..................xv Patents......................xvi WEEE Compliance ..................xvi GENERAL VIEW ..................xviii INTRODUCTION ..................1 Datalogic Skorpio™ Description ..............1 1.1.1 Datalogic Skorpio™ ..................1 1.1.2 Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™ ................2 Available Models................... 3 Package Contents..................3 Inserting Mini SD card................... 5 Using the Belt Clip ..................
  • Page 4 Firmware Update For Windows CE............. 74 MAINTENANCE ..................77 Charging the Battery Pack ................77 Replacing the Battery Pack................. 79 4.2.1 Datalogic Skorpio™ Models................ 79 4.2.2 Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™ Models............... 80 Compact Flash and Secure Storage Cards..........85 Cleaning the Mobile Computer..............85 TECHNICAL FEATURES ................

  • Page 5: References

    REFERENCES CONVENTIONS This manual uses the following conventions: If not otherwise specified, the term Datalogic Skorpio™ refers to both Datalogic Skorpio™ and Skorpio-GUN™ mobile computers. “User” refers to anyone using a Datalogic Skorpio™ mobile computer. “Mobile computer” refers to Datalogic Skorpio™ mobile computer.

  • Page 6: Safety Regulations

    Before using the devices and the battery packs, read par. 4.2. − Do not submerge the Datalogic Skorpio™ in liquid products. − For further information, refer to this manual and to the Datalogic Mobile web site: www.mobile.datalogic.com. ® BLUETOOTH APPROVAL...

  • Page 7: Power Supply

    "Class 2" or LPS power source rated 5 V DC, minimum 2 A which supplies power directly to the Mini USB connector. LASER SAFETY The laser light is visible to the human eye and is emitted from the window indicated in the figure. Datalogic Skorpio™ Models Laser output window...
  • Page 8 Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™ Models Laser Output Window La luce laser è visibile Die Laserstrahlung ist für Le rayon laser est visible La luz láser es visible al all'occhio umano e das menschliche Auge à l'oeil nu et il est émis ojo humano y es emitida...
  • Page 9 ENGLISH The following information is provided to comply with the rules imposed by international authorities and refers to the correct use of your mobile computer. STANDARD LASER SAFETY REGULATIONS This product conforms to the applicable requirements of both CDRH 21 CFR 1040 Subchapter J and EN 60825-1:2001 at the date of manufacture.
  • Page 10 Non tentare di accedere allo scomparto contenete i componenti ottici o di farne la manutenzione. L’apertura dello scomparto, o la manutenzione di qualsiasi parte ottica da parte di personale non autorizzato, potrebbe violare le CAUTION norme della sicurezza. Il sistema ottico può essere riparato solamente alla fabbrica.
  • Page 11 Unter keinen Umständen darf versucht werden, die Komponenten im Optikhohlraum zu öffnen oder auf irgendwelche andere Weise zu warten. Das Öffnen bzw. Warten der Komponenten im Optikhohlraum durch unbefugtes Personal verstößt gegen die Laser-Sicherheitsbestimmungen. Optiksystem darf CAUTION werkseitig repariert werden. Jegliche Änderungen am Gerät sowie Vorgehensweisen, die nicht in dieser Betriebsanleitung beschrieben werden, können ein gefährliches Laserlicht verursachen.
  • Page 12 L'utilisation de procédures ou réglages différents de ceux donnés ici peut entraîner une dangereuse exposition à lumière laser visible. CAUTION Le produit utilise une diode laser. Aucun dommage aux yeux humains n’a été constaté à la suite d’une exposition au rayon laser. Eviter de regarder fixement le rayon, comme toute autre source lumineuse intense telle que le soleil.

  • Page 13: Led Class

    Los instrumentos ópticos incluyen binoculares, microscopios, lentes y lupas. CAUTION LED CLASS According to EN60825-1:2001, the Datalogic Skorpio™ models which use the good read spot LED are also CLASS 1 LED PRODUCTS. APPARECCHIO LED CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LED DE CLASSE 1...
  • Page 14 Information for the User ENGLISH Contact the competent authority responsible for the management of radio frequency devices of your country to verify any possible restrictions or licenses required. Refer to the web site http://europa.eu.int/comm/enterprise/rtte/spectr.htm for further information. ITALIANO Contatta l'autorità competente per la gestione degli apparati a radio frequenza del tuo paese, per verificare eventuali restrizioni o licenze.

  • Page 15: Fcc Compliance

    FCC ID U4G0020. All 5XX-XXX Wi-Fi models are not FCC certified (Datalogic Skorpio™ models only). All 7XX-XXX Wi-Fi models contain FCC ID TWG-SDCCF10G. SAR COMPLIANCE...

  • Page 16: Patents

    Information for the user in accordance with the European Commission Directive 2002/96/EC At the end of its useful life, the product marked with the crossed out wheeled wastebin must be disposed of separately from urban waste.
  • Page 17 For more detailed information about disposal, contact the supplier that provided you with the product in question or consult the dedicated section at the website www.mobile.datalogic.com. Information aux utilisateurs concernant la Directive Européenne 2002/96/EC Au terme de sa vie utile, le produit qui porte le symbole d'un caisson à ordures barré ne doit pas être éliminé...

  • Page 18: General View

    GENERAL VIEW Datalogic Skorpio™ Models A) Transflective display Keyboard B) User programmable LED G) Microphone C) Speaker H) Laser safety label D) Charging status and battery low Product label warning LED Adjustable elastic strap with stylus E) Scan key holders...
  • Page 19 Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™ Models A) Transflective display Keyboard B) User programmable LED G) Microphone C) Speaker H) Battery pack D) Charging status and battery low Laser safety label warning LED Data Capture/Laser Output Window E) Scan key K) Trigger Scan Key...

  • Page 21: Introduction

    Thanks to one of the best ergonomics ever seen on the market, Datalogic Skorpio™ reduces operator fatigue with no compromise in terms of reliability and robustness, resisting harsh environments, multiple drops, strong shocks and repetitive tumbles.

  • Page 22: Datalogic Skorpio-Gun

    DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ Datalogic Skorpio™ offers retailers the best mobile commerce solution to gain the greatest benefit in the least time for those “selling and serving on the move”! 1.1.2 Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™ Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™ is a compact, lightweight and robust pistol grip mobile computer, particularly suitable for warehousing solutions and bar code scanning intensive applications, especially in the retail environment.

  • Page 23: Available Models

    INTRODUCTION Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™ responds to market needs for a device with a pistol grip, which is light and well balanced, compact and robust, with the latest generation of hardware and software and wireless communication. AVAILABLE MODELS The brand new Datalogic Skorpio™ is available in different models depending on the options it is equipped with.
  • Page 24 DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ Remove all the components from their packaging; check their integrity and congruity with the packing documents. Keep the original packaging for use when sending products to the technical assistance center. Damage caused improper packaging is not covered under the warranty.

  • Page 25: Inserting Mini Sd Card

    INTRODUCTION INSERTING MINI SD CARD Datalogic Skorpio™ provides the possibility to add a mini storage disk to increase the on-board memory capacity. To access the Mini SD card slot and to insert the card, proceed as follows: 1a. Turn off the Datalogic Skorpio™ and remove the battery pack, by turning its lock screw to the open position (horizontal) and pulling the lock runner up.
  • Page 26 Insert the card with the written part upward (as shown in the figure) and push it in, aided by the stylus, until it clicks into place. To recognize the card simply turn off and turn on the Datalogic Skorpio™. See par. 3.5.

  • Page 27: Using The Belt Clip

    INTRODUCTION USING THE BELT CLIP To use the belt clip (in Datalogic Skorpio™ models only), proceed as follows: Remove the elastic strap and unscrew the strap pivot. Screw the belt clip pivot on the terminal by using the fixing screw.
  • Page 28 DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ Insert the terminal in the belt clip by sliding the belt clip pivot into the belt clip until it clicks into place. To release the terminal, press the belt clip unlock button.

  • Page 29: Stylus Holder

    INTRODUCTION STYLUS HOLDER The Stylus holder is located in the handle of the Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™ models only: ATTACHING THE WRIST STRAP Attach the Wrist Strap (in Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™ models only) as shown in the figures below:...

  • Page 30: Accessories

    DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ ACCESSORIES Cradles 94A151117 Datalogic Skorpio™ Single Cradle Desk for USB and RS232 communication with spare battery charger 94A151118 Datalogic Skorpio™ Single Cradle Ethernet for USB and Ethernet connection with spare battery charger 94A151113 Datalogic Skorpio™ Serial/Modem Cradle for RS232 and Modem connection 94A151112 Datalogic Skorpio™...

  • Page 31: Operating System

    INTRODUCTION OPERATING SYSTEM Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™ supports Windows CE. Datalogic Skorpio™ comes in two different models, respectively supporting Windows CE and Windows Mobile. For further information regarding Windows Mobile refer to the website: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile.

  • Page 32: Connections

    DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ CONNECTIONS USB CONNECTION You can use a standard mini USB cable to connect the Datalogic Skorpio™ to a host computer to transfer data. Key: A Host computer C 94A051016 (Standard Mini USB cable) B Datalogic Skorpio™ The application of an ESD near the communication/charger pins during the USB active sync connection to an host system could result in an interruption of the link.

  • Page 33: Connection To Usb Peripherals

    CONNECTION TO USB PERIPHERALS You can use a standard A (4 pin female) to mini A (5 pin male) USB cable to connect the Datalogic Skorpio™ to a keyboard or a memory. For all these devices maximum current withdrawal must be below 100mA.

  • Page 34: Rs232 Connection

    Insert the power supply plug into the power jack on the base of the cradle and attach the power supply to a power outlet. Once the Host has been turned on, insert the Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™ terminal into the cradle.
  • Page 35 CONNECTIONS Key: A) Host computer C) Datalogic Skorpio™ Single Cradle Desk or Datalogic Skorpio Single Cradle Modem or Datalogic Skorpio/F-Color Multiple Cradle B) 94A054000 9-pin serial D) Power Supply* cable * Recommended Power Supply: FPS18 AC/DC Power Supply (94ACC4595). If the mobile computer supports Windows Mobile, before plugging the RS232 cable you have to check the 'COM1 Enable' option on the 'System Configuration' window.

  • Page 36: Modem Connection

    A) Datalogic Skorpio™ Single Cradle Ethernet/ Datalogic Skorpio™ Ethernet Multi Cradle B) Ethernet hub * Recommended Power Supply: FPS18 AC/DC Power Supply (94ACC4595). Refer to the Datalogic Skorpio™ Single Cradle Ethernet or to the Datalogic Skorpio™ Ethernet Multi Cradle instructions for further details.

  • Page 37: Wpan Connections

    CONNECTIONS WPAN CONNECTIONS ® ® Datalogic Skorpio™ Bluetooth models can communicate with a Bluetooth device, ® such as a printer, within a range of 10 m, using the on-board Bluetooth module. Key: A) Datalogic Skorpio™ ® B) Bluetooth printer ®...

  • Page 38: Wlan Connection

    DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ WLAN CONNECTION Datalogic Skorpio™ Wi-Fi 802.11b and Wi-Fi 802.11b/g models can communicate with the host using the on-board radio frequency module and an Access Point connected to the host computer. For models using the WiFi7 radio (7xx-xxx-xxx models), you can find information about the applet for radio configuration: http://www.summitdatacom.com/SCU.htm.
  • Page 39 CONNECTIONS Wi-Fi module is on by default, in order to avoid wasting energy, you can switch it off using the Wireless Communications applet. NOTE Suspending the terminal powers off the 802.11b/g radio and drops the radio connection. When the terminal resumes, depending on the radio power mode and security protocol selected, it takes approximately from 10 to 30 seconds for the 802.11b/g radio driver to NOTE...

  • Page 40: Wireless And Radio Frequencies Warnings

    WARNING Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals generated by Datalogic Joya™ and I7252™. WARNING Datalogic recommends persons with pacemakers or other medical devices to follow the same recommendations provided by Health Industry Manufacturers Associations for mobile phones.
  • Page 41 Do not use the device while driving: give full attention to driving — driving safely is your first responsibility. The device is not designed to be used with a GPS system. Any program installed without Datalogic authorization may affect the WARNING device's safety.

  • Page 42: Use And Functioning

    STARTUP The Datalogic Skorpio™ turns on when the battery pack or the external supply is inserted. After the battery pack is installed, use the [ON/OFF] key to turn the mobile computer on and off.
  • Page 43 USE AND FUNCTIONING The mobile computer goes into power-off (low power with display backlight off), when it is no longer used for more than a programmable timeout, which is defined in the POWER applet of the Control Panel. In this mode it can be awakened (resuming operation) by the [ON/OFF] key or SCAN key if enabled (see par.

  • Page 44: Windows Mobile Welcome Wizard

    DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ WINDOWS MOBILE WELCOME WIZARD In Windows Mobile, at the very first Skorpio™ startup, following a cold boot or following a registry restore to default values, the mobile computer startup (see par. 3.1) is preceded by the Welcome Wizard.

  • Page 45: Using The Stylus

    Tap-and-hold: action you want to perform. To recalibrate the touch screen use the Stylus Applet (see par. 3.8.6). Use only original Datalogic styluses supplied with the product itself. In harsh applications, use of screen protectors should be taken into CAUTION consideration, in order to extend the touch screen operating life.

  • Page 46: Data Capture

    3.4.1 Laser Data Capture To scan barcodes, point the Datalogic Skorpio™ laser model onto the code from a distance within the reading range while pressing the SCAN key. The lighted band emitted by the laser must completely intercept the barcode as shown in the figure below.

  • Page 47: Description Of The Keys

    USE AND FUNCTIONING DESCRIPTION OF THE KEYS The Datalogic Skorpio™ provides two different keyboards, an alphanumeric keyboard and a numeric keyboard, having a total of respectively 38 and 28 keys. 3.5.1 Alphanumeric Keyboard (38-Key Model) The following image shows the Alphanumeric keyboard.
  • Page 48 The selected character is entered after a short timeout or if a different key is pressed. It powers the Datalogic Skorpio™ ON or OFF. It is recessed to avoid accidental power off during use. After a blue modifier key press, it allows returning to the Home page.

  • Page 49: Special Function Icons

    USE AND FUNCTIONING Special Function Icons ICON FUNCTION After a blue modifier key press, it opens the Start menu. After a blue modifier key press, it opens the file manager. After a blue modifier key press, it modifies the display backlight intensity (5 levels available through subsequent presses).

  • Page 50: Numeric Keyboard (28-Key Model)

    DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ 3.5.2 Numeric Keyboard (28-Key Model) The following image shows the Numeric keyboard.
  • Page 51 After the function is selected the keyboard returns to standard mode. It powers the Datalogic Skorpio™ ON or OFF. It is recessed to avoid accidental power off during use. Keys from “1” to “●” share the following behavior scheme: Function of the key when directly pressed.
  • Page 52 DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ Special Function Icons ICON FUNCTION After a blue modifier key press, it modifies the display backlight intensity (5 levels available through subsequent presses).

  • Page 53: Resetting The Skorpio

    Cold Boot A cold boot is a complete reset of the Skorpio in which all applications are forcibly closed and the RAM is completely cleared. Registry is restored from persistent memory if a saved copy is available (see 3.8.2) and RAM file system completely erased.
  • Page 54 RAM, but the file system is preserved. Registry are restored from persistent memory if available or returned to factory default. A clean boot restores the Skorpio to a clean configuration: both the registry and the file system return to a clean status that conform to factory default, unless the user has installed an additional package.
  • Page 55 To perform a warm boot, press and hold the following keys simultaneously: Cold Boot A cold boot is a complete reset of the Skorpio in which all applications are forcibly closed and the RAM is completely cleared. Registry is restored from persistent memory if a saved copy is available (see Registry Applet, par.

  • Page 56: Status Indicators

    DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ STATUS INDICATORS 3.6.1 LED Status The Datalogic Skorpio™ provides two different LEDs signaling the mobile computer status. STATUS Good Read and Green It is constant for a configurable time to General Purpose signal that a successful read has occurred.

  • Page 57: Taskbar

    USE AND FUNCTIONING 3.6.2 Taskbar As well as tasks opened in Windows, the Taskbar provides several status icons that report information about the time, the battery level, the keyboard function, and the decoding status. ICONS DESCRIPTION Time and Battery Icons It displays the time.
  • Page 58 DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ Windows CE Taskbar Windows Mobile Taskbars...

  • Page 59: Data Capture Configuration

    USE AND FUNCTIONING DATA CAPTURE CONFIGURATION From the Windows CE Taskbar, tap the "Decoding" icon to open a drop–down menu. Decoding can also be accessed from the Control Panel. By selecting the Info item from this drop-down menu you can access information about the Scanner and the Software;...
  • Page 60 DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ The Scan Parameters are common to all scanner modules and allow control of the scanning device (i.e. LED control, laser timeout, etc.). Each Data Capture screen window corresponds to a branch of the tree, and the name of the current branch is displayed at the bottom of each screen window.

  • Page 61: Reader Parameters

    USE AND FUNCTIONING Selecting Data Capture Setup Parameters Alternatively using the stylus, you can tap once directly on the value on the right column; continue tapping until the desired value is reached. To activate a new configuration select the File ->Save Menu to send the new configuration to the barcode decoding software and save the new configuration.
  • Page 62 DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ ContinuousMode: when enabled, the scanner can only be turned off by releasing the SCAN key, or if Soft Trigger is enabled, by the application program. Continuous Mode overrides Scan Timeout. KeyboardEmulation: if enabled all scanned data are transformed into keyboard events and can therefore be displayed and saved to a file as if input from the mobile computer keyboard.

  • Page 63: Default Settings

    USE AND FUNCTIONING Default Settings The following tables contain the default values for the major barcode setup parameters, according to the type of scan engine mounted on the mobile computer. For a complete list of parameters and of their configuration procedures, please refer to the SDK Help file on the CD.

  • Page 64: Capture

    DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ 3.7.2 Capture The Data Capture applet (Capture) enables code reading. Data Capture Window Data Capture can also be enabled through the Configuration applet by selecting File ->Scanner from the main menu, or by enabling the parameter Scan Always On in the Scan Parameters branch.

  • Page 65: Control Panel

    USE AND FUNCTIONING CONTROL PANEL From the Windows CE Desktop, double tap on the "My Device" icon and then double tap on the "Control Panel" icon to open the Windows CE control panel main window. The Control Panel can also be launched from Start ->Settings ->Control Panel. APPLET programs are displayed as icons;...

  • Page 66: Buttons

    Up/Down Control applet (Start -> Settings - > Personal -> Buttons -> Up/Down Control). On both Windows CE and Windows Mobile models, you can also select to wake up the terminal by the SCAN key and trigger key (for Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™ only).

  • Page 67: Registry

    USE AND FUNCTIONING 3.8.2 Registry The REGISTRY ADMIN applet provides management of Windows CE/ Windows Mobile registry. From the Windows CE control panel main window, select the REGISTRY ADMIN applet by double tapping the Registry Admin icon. From the Windows Mobile Start menu, tap Settings -> System ->Registry Admin. Select the REGISTRY ADMIN applet by tapping the Registry Admin icon.

  • Page 68: Files Admin

    DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ 3.8.3 Files Admin The FILES ADMIN applet enables control of the permanence of files in the Windows CE System Folder. Because Windows Mobile mounts the entire file system in persistent store (rather than using RAM), it provides both users and applications with a reliable storage platform even in the absence of battery power.
  • Page 69 USE AND FUNCTIONING Two activating procedures are available for Safe Setup: Select an installation file (for example, a .CAB cabinet file) from the Safe Setup mask. Safe Setup First Mask Then select \Windows or a relevant sub-directory in the path box. Then, Safe Setup will recognize the new files and directories present in the \Windows directory, and will copy them to the \Backup\Windows directory.

  • Page 70: Wireless Communications

    DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ 3.8.4 Wireless Communications The WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS applet provides management of the Wi-Fi ® Card and of the Bluetooth module. Windows CE Wireless Communications Windows Mobile Connectivity Icon Icon mobile computer supports Windows select WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS applet by double tapping the Wireless Communications icon.
  • Page 71 USE AND FUNCTIONING If the mobile computer supports Windows Mobile, the Wireless Manager application manages access to wireless connections. The 'Wireless Manager' is a sort of 'Control Panel' for bluetooth and phone modules. From here it's possible to turn on or off bluetooth and phone radio stacks. Open the Wireless Manager by tapping Start ->...

  • Page 72: Ethernet Settings

    3.8.5 Ethernet Settings Windows CE Ethernet Cradle Datalogic Skorpio™ can be connected to an Ethernet network by inserting it into the Datalogic Skorpio™ Single Cradle Ethernet or into the Datalogic Skorpio™ Ethernet Multi Cradle. Ethernet communication requires Datalogic Skorpio™ SW version 5.41 or later.
  • Page 73 Control Panel. This applet is only visible when the mobile computer is correctly inserted into the cradle. LAN icon Ethernet LANNDS1 Communications Window The IP Address belongs to Datalogic Skorpio™ while the MAC address is specific to each cradle slot.

  • Page 74: Windows Mobile Ethernet Cradle

    DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ Windows Mobile Ethernet Cradle Before using the ethernet cradle you have to un-check the 'COM1 Enable' option on the 'System Configuration' window (Start -> Programs -> System Configuration) and re-boot the unit. For internet browsing through the ethernet cradle ensure that programs that automatically connect to the internet should connect using 'My Work Network' ->...

  • Page 75: Stylus Calibration

    USE AND FUNCTIONING 3.8.6 Stylus Calibration You might need to recalibrate the touch screen (i.e. when you attempt to select one item with the stylus, another item is erroneously selected). To recalibrate the touch screen on Windows CE, complete the following steps: Select Start >...
  • Page 76 DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ Figure 2 To recalibrate the touch screen on Windows Mobile, complete the following steps: Select Start > Settings > System > Screen to open the Screen Settings dialog as shown in Figure 3. Figure 3...
  • Page 77 USE AND FUNCTIONING Tap Align Screen to open the Calibration screen shown in Figure 4. Carefully press and briefly hold stylus on the center of the target. Repeat as the target moves around the screen. Press the <ESC> key at any time to cancel the stylus calibration.
  • Page 78 DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ Startup stylus calibration on Windows CE When starting the terminal, a stylus calibration screen comes up if valid calibration settings are not available. This happens in the following circumstances: At the first startup of the terminal. After restoring registry default settings using the applet Registry Admin and performing a warm boot.

  • Page 79: Windows Connections

    Datalogic Skorpio™ and synchronize the information on them. Synchronization compares the data on the Datalogic Skorpio™ with that on the desktop computer and updates both computers with the most recent information.

  • Page 80: Activesync Remote

    DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ For example: Synchronize Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel files between the Datalogic Skorpio™ and the desktop computer. The files will automatically be converted to the correct format. In Windows Mobile before using the ActiveSync follow the directions described in 2.3.

  • Page 81: Uploading/Downloading Files Through An Rs232 Connection

    USE AND FUNCTIONING 3.9.2 Uploading/Downloading Files through RS232 Connection Files can be uploaded/downloaded through the device cradle connected via an RS232 cable. Before performing this operation, it is first necessary to define the PC and the mobile computer settings and connection. ®...
  • Page 82 DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ connection name, select “Direct Connection” and press “Next”. From the device list select “Serial cable on COM1” and change the communication speed under “Configure” to 115200 baud. Then, press “Security Settings” and select the “Preview user name and password” flag. Press “Finish” to save the configuration and close all windows.

  • Page 83: Bluetooth Manager Device Setup

    Windows CE Bluetooth® Manager Device Setup ® In order to enable a Bluetooth device for communication with the Datalogic Skorpio™ you must perform the discovery procedure and enable the device as follows: ® Place the Bluetooth device within the range of the Datalogic Skorpio™ (10 meters).
  • Page 84 DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ By tapping on the “HW Details” and “SW Details” buttons, information about the ® mobile computer Bluetooth hardware and software will be displayed, while the ® “Enable Encryption” button starts encryption of the Bluetooth communication ® data. If tapping on the “Close” button the Bluetooth Manager Device window will be closed.
  • Page 85 USE AND FUNCTIONING ® Once the desired Bluetooth device has been selected, tap on the “Connection Wizard” button to enter the related window where selecting the connection type ® to be used for communication with the Bluetooth device: ® The “Serial Port” button starts communication through the Bluetooth serial port COM 5.
  • Page 86 DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ Windows Mobile Bluetooth® Manager Device Setup Before turning on Bluetooth®, ensure that the two devices are within close range and that both Bluetooth-enabled devices are discoverable. Tap Start -> Settings -> Connections tab. Tap Bluetooth > Mode Select or clear the “Turn on Bluetooth”...
  • Page 87 USE AND FUNCTIONING Tap the name of the other device, and tap Next: In Passkey, if you want to use a passkey (recommended for enhanced security), enter a alphanumeric passkey between 1 and 16 characters, and tap Next. Otherwise, leave the passkey blank, and tap Next:...
  • Page 88 DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ Enter the same passkey on the other device. To give the partnership a more meaningful name, change the name of the device in Name. Tap Finish. You can give a more meaningful name to a Bluetooth® partnership to help you recognize it when selecting from a list of partnerships.
  • Page 89 USE AND FUNCTIONING Other devices with Bluetooth® capabilities can detect your device and attempt to beam information to it, establish a partnership, or use a Bluetooth® service. To make a device discoverable: Tap Start -> Settings -> Connections tab. Tap Bluetooth > Mode Tab. Select the “Turn on Bluetooth”...
  • Page 90 DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ If you no longer want your device to be discoverable, clear the “Make this device visible to other devices” check box. Your device will not detect and notify you of incoming Bluetooth® beams unless you set it up to do this. To receive a Bluetooth® beam: Tap Start ->...

  • Page 91: Ftp Server Setup

    3.9.4 FTP Server Setup The Datalogic Skorpio™ Windows CE Operating System includes a sample File Transfer Protocol (FTP) server. FTP is used for copying files to and from remote computer systems over a network using TCP/IP. You can establish a connection to your Datalogic Skorpio™...
  • Page 92 DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ ® Datalogic Skorpio™ Wi-FI models only (without Bluetooth ) do not contain the FTP Server. If necessary you can install it from the CD- ROM in the Utilities folder. NOTE...

  • Page 93: 3.10 Backup Directory File Management

    USE AND FUNCTIONING 3.10 BACKUP DIRECTORY FILE MANAGEMENT All of the Windows CE system files reside in RAM (volatile memory) except for the Backup directory, which resides in FLASH (non-volatile memory). Therefore the contents of the Backup directory are persistent even if the mobile computer is re- booted or the battery pack is changed.

  • Page 94: 3.11 Firmware Update For Windows Ce

    DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ 3.11 FIRMWARE UPDATE FOR WINDOWS CE The Datalogic Skorpio™ is equipped with a tool that implements a firmware update service. This tool, called Datalogic Updater (DLUpdater), is compatible with all hardware versions of the following WindowsCE 5.0 models: Datalogic Skorpio™;...
  • Page 95 USE AND FUNCTIONING Firmware Update Procedure Download the update from the web site (see previous par.). It is a zip file containing the files: • DLUpdater.exe – that starts the update; • DLUpdate.bin – binary file containing the updated firmware; Copy the files DLUpdater.exe (optional) and DLUpdate.bin on a Mini SD card.
  • Page 96 DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ Following the operating system upgrade, the message shown in figure 3 may come up at the terminal startup. It informs the user that a flash disk formatting (folder \backup) would required for a clean update and asks whether to proceed with this operation.

  • Page 97: Maintenance

    It is possible to recharge the battery pack by using the PG5-20 MiniUSB AC/DC Power Supply directly connected to the Datalogic Skorpio™. Alternatively, it is also possible to recharge the battery pack by using one of the Datalogic Skorpio™ single or multiple cradles.
  • Page 98 DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ If the battery pack is new or has not been recharged for a long time, it is necessary to perform two or three charging and discharging cycles (complete use) before it can reach its maximum charge capability.

  • Page 99: Replacing The Battery Pack

    4.2.1 Datalogic Skorpio™ Models To correctly replace the battery pack, proceed as follows. Turn off the Datalogic Skorpio™. Turn the battery lock screw to the open position (horizontal), then pull the lock runner up, as indicated in the figure below.

  • Page 100: Datalogic Skorpio-Gun™ Models

    Press it until the battery latch is automatically closed. 4.2.2 Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™ Models To correctly replace the battery pack, proceed as follows. Turn off the Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™. Remove the battery pack, by pulling the battery latch down.
  • Page 101 MAINTENANCE Battery Contacts To correctly insert the new battery pack, first insert the bottom and then the upper part of the battery pack into the slot as indicated in the following figure: Press it until the battery latch is automatically closed.
  • Page 102 Use only a Datalogic Mobile approved power supply. The use of an alternative power supply will void the product warranty, may cause product damage and may cause heat, explode or ignite.
  • Page 103 MAINTENANCE Do not pierce the battery pack with nails, strike it with a hammer, step on it or otherwise subject it to strong impacts or shocks. Do not disassemble or modify (i.e. bend, crush or deform) the battery pack. The battery pack contains safety and protection devices, WARNING which, if damaged, may cause the battery pack to generate heat, explode or ignite.
  • Page 104 If the battery is not sufficiently charged, Datalogic Skorpio™ does not turn on (when pressing the ON button). In this case, either substitute the battery pack with a charged one (sufficiently charged) or insert Datalogic Skorpio™...

  • Page 105: Compact Flash And Secure Storage Cards

    802.11b/g radio card. To install a Compact Flash, it is recommended to contact a Datalogic representative for technical assistance since to access the card slot it is necessary to open the mobile computer by removing its screws and causes warranty loss.

  • Page 106: Technical Features

    TECHNICAL DATA Electrical Features Power DC supply 5.25 V ± 6% Battery pack Datalogic Skorpio™ only: 1 cell Li-Ion 2100 mAh@ 3.7 V (7.8 Watt-hours) Datalogic Skorpio™-GUN only: 1 cell Li-Ion 3300 mAh@3.7 V (12.2 Watt-hours) Windows Mobile COM Communication Features...
  • Page 107 Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™ only: 19.6 x 7.7 x 15.8 cm / 7.7 x 3.0 x 6.2 in Weight (depending on model) Datalogic Skorpio™ only: 310 - 360 g / 10.9 - 12.7 oz (incl. battery) Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™ only: about 560 g / 19.7 oz (incl.

  • Page 108: Reading Diagrams

    DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ READING DIAGRAMS Datalogic Skorpio™ and Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™ XXX-9XX Guaranteed Reading Diagram at 47° - Reading Zones (10° skew angle) 0,50 mm 0,33 mm ( 20 mils ) 1,4 mm 0,25 mm (13 mils) ( 55 mils )
  • Page 109 TECHNICAL FEATURES Datalogic Skorpio-GUN™ XXX-2XX only Guaranteed Reading Diagram - Reading Zones (10° skew angle) 1,00 mm 0,50 mm ( 40 mils ) 1,4 mm ( 20 mils ) ( 55 mils ) 0,38 mm ( 15 mils ) 0,25 mm...

  • Page 110: Test Codes

    DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ TEST CODES High Density Codes 0.25 mm (10 mils) !17162H! Code 39 17162 Ë"8NduÌ 2/5 Interleaved 0123456784 ÌtestwÎ Code 128 test x(0B2DE5*KKKKLM( EAN 13 (6450*TRMN( EAN 8...
  • Page 111 TEST CODES Medium Density Codes 0.38 mm (15 mils) !17162H! Code 39 17162 Ë"8NduÌ Interleaved 2/5 0123456784 ÌtestwÎ Code 128 test 100% x(0B2DE5*KKKKLM( EAN 13 100% (6450*TRMN( EAN 8...
  • Page 112 DATALOGIC SKORPIO™/ SKORPIO-GUN™ Low Density Codes 0.50 mm (20 mils) !17162H! Code 39 17162 Ë"8NduÌ Interleaved 2/5 0123456784 ÌtestwÎ Code 128 test 120% x(0B2DE5*KKKKLM( EAN 13 120% (6450*TRMN( EAN 8...

  • Page 113: Glossary

    GLOSSARY Access Point A device that provides transparent access between Ethernet wired networks and IEEE 802.11 interoperable radio-equipped mobile units. Hand-held mobile computers, PDAs or other devices equipped with radio cards, communicate with wired networks using Access Points (AP). The mobile unit (mobile computer) may roam among the APs in the same subnet while maintaining a continuous, seamless connection to the wired network.
  • Page 114 DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. A set of rules used by a device (such as a computer, router or networking adapter) to request and obtain an Internet address from a server which has a list of addresses available for assignment. EEPROM Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory.

  • Page 115: Index

    Package Contents; 23 Data Capture; 46 Patents; xvii Laser Data Capture; 46 Power Supply; viii Data Capture Configuration; 59 Datalogic Skorpio™ Description; 21 Default Settings; 63 Radio Compliance; xiv Description of the Keys; 47 Reader Parameters; 61 Reading Diagrams; 108 References;...
  • Page 116 Replacing the Batteries; 99 Test Codes; 110 Resetting the Skorpio; 53 Uploading/Downloading Files through Safe Setup; 68 an RS232 Connection; 81 Safety Regulations; vii Using the Stylus; 45 SAR Compliance; xvi Save Session; 68 Scan Parameters; 61 WEEE Compliance; xvii Services and Support;...
  • Page 117 Datalogic Mobile S.r.l. Datalogic Mobile S.r.l. Via S. Vitalino 13 Via S. Vitalino 13 40012 - Lippo di Calderara 40012 - Lippo di Calderara Bologna - Italy Bologna - Italy dichiara che dichiara che declares that the declares that the déclare que le...
  • Page 118 ,daß das Gerät bescheinigt ,daß das Gerät declare que el declare que el DL-SKORPIO G XXX-YYY-ZZZ DL-SKORPIO G XXX-YYY-ZZZ e tutti i suoi modelli e tutti i suoi modelli and all its models and all its models et tous les modèles...
  • Page 119 World wide Sales Network available from: www.mobile.datalogic.com/contacts Datalogic Mobile S.r.l. Via S. Vitalino, 13 40012 Lippo di Calderara di Reno Bologna - Italy Telephone: (+39) 051-3147011 Fax: (+39) 051-3147561 ©2008 Datalogic Mobile S.r.l. 822000686 (Rev. I) 03/09...

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