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Unitech PA600 User Manual

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PA600 Rugged Enterprise PDA
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User's Manual
382647G Version 1.0

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  • Page 1 PA600 Rugged Enterprise PDA - 2D/HF Model - User’s Manual 382647G Version 1.0...

  • Page 2: About This Manual

    Preface About This Manual This manual explains how to install, operate and maintain the PA600 Rugged Enter- prise PDA. No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form, or by any electrical or mechanical means, without permission in writing from the manufacturer, which includes photocopying, recording, or information storage and retrieval systems.

  • Page 3: Canadian Compliance Statement

    Laser Information The Unitech PA600 series is certified in the U.S. to conform with DHHS/CDRH 21CFR Subchapter J and IEC 825-1 requirements. Please note that Class II and Class 2 products are not considered to be hazardous. The PA600 series contains an internal Visible Laser Diode (VLD) whose emissions do not exceed the maximum limits as set forth in the above regulations.

  • Page 4: Battery Notices

    The PA600 is equipped with a Lithium-Ion Battery Pack and Backup Battery. Both bat- teries will discharge power if not frequently used. Recharge the PA600 for at least 16 hours in order to fully charge the main battery and backup battery. Recharge the PA600 through either of the following: 1.

  • Page 5: Storage And Safety Notice

    (-4° - 140°) -20°C to 60°C, however they may deplete more rapidly at the higher temperature ranges. It is recommended to store batteries within normal room temperature ranges. Warranty The following items covered under Unitech Limited Warranty are free from defects during normal use: • PA600 – 1-year limited warranty.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Charging the Battery with the Docking Station ..........9 Checking the Battery Status ................9 Connecting the PA600 to a PC................. 10 Turning PA600 on for the First Time..............11 Powering On ....................11 Using the Stylus ....................12 Calibrating the PA600 Screen ..............13 Setting the Date and Time ................15...
  • Page 7 Using the SD/MMC memory card ..............18 Inserting a Storage Card ................18 Removing a Storage Card ................19 Using the Laser Scanner..................19 Using the RFID HF Reader ................. 22 Chapter 3 Getting Connected Establishing Device-PC Connection ..............24 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync ................. 24 Connecting the Device to Your Computer ............

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    3.5-inch QVGA color touch-screen, keypad and wire- less communication capability. To reduce total cost of ownership, the PA600 is sealed to meet IP64 standards and can withstand multiple 4-foot drops to con- crete. Thanks for purchasing the PA600 Rugged Enterprise PDA.

  • Page 9: Features

    Bluetooth 1.2 Class 2 Device Management Tasks. (Supports Bluetooth Printer, • Trigger Keys for Bar Code Scan- Bluetooth Modem and Bluetooth ning. ActiveSync). Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

  • Page 10: Package Contents

    Ensure the following items are in the PA600 MCA box: AC Adapter with Universal PA600 Terminal Plugs Battery Pack Stylus USB Charging Cables Elastic Stylus String Unitech CD-ROM If anything appears missing or damaged, please contact a local Unitech representa- tive.

  • Page 11: A Tour Of The Pa600

    Displays applications and data on the PA600. It is touch- sensitive and responds to the Stylus or finger. Speaker. Enables audio from the PA600. Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

  • Page 12: Back View

    Battery Pack. Battery Opens the Battery Compartment. Compartment Release Latch. Reset Button. Press the Stylus into the PA600’s Reset Button to Clean Boot the device. Handstrap. Enables users to securely hold the PA600. Speaker. Enables audio from the PA600.

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    Plastic Battery Tab Battery Hook NOTE: Do not remove the Plastic Battery Tab, it is useful for removing the Bat- tery. Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

  • Page 14: Chapter 1 Getting Started

    Chapter 1 Getting Started 2. Locate the Backup Battery Switch in the Battery Compartment, and use a Sty- lus to move it to the left in the ON position. Backup Battery Switch 3. Position the Battery so the Battery Contacts align with the Battery Compartment Contacts.

  • Page 15: Charging The Battery

    2. Plug the AC Adapter Cable into the USB Charging Cable’s power jack (2). 3. Plug the other end of the AC Adapter Cable into an electrical outlet (3). Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

  • Page 16: Charging The Battery With The Docking Station

    Microsoft ActiveSync operation to backup data, and recharge the PA600 as soon as possible. If the battery level reaches low status, the device will enter a sleep mode and cannot power up until the battery is charged, or until the...

  • Page 17: Connecting The Pa600 To A Pc

    AC Adapter Cable into the USB Charging Cable’s power jack (2). 3. Plug the other end of the AC Adapter into an electrical outlet (3). Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

  • Page 18: Turning Pa600 On For The First Time

    Getting Started Turning PA600 on for the First Time Charge the PA600 for at least 16 hours prior to initial use. Start the PA600, calibrate the display, learn some basic Stylus usage, and setup the date and time through the...

  • Page 19: Using The Stylus

    3. Lightly tap the tip of the Stylus to make a menu choice. 4. Use the Stylus to print letters or numbers into a field or on a form. Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

  • Page 20: Calibrating The Pa600 Screen

    Chapter 1 Getting Started Calibrating the PA600 Screen The calibration screen automatically appears when the PA600 powers on for the first time or after the system is reset. Calibrate the screen at any time through the following: 1. Tap Start → Settings → Control Panel.
  • Page 21 The target moves to the next location. 6. Continue tapping the target until calibration is complete. 7. Press ENTER to accept the new calibration settings or ESC to retain the old settings.

  • Page 22: Setting The Date And Time

    Chapter 1 Getting Started Setting the Data and Time Set Date and Time In the Date/Time Properties window, use the Set Date stylus to select the current date and time, time zone, and daylight saving time option. • Tap the left or right arrows to scroll through the year and month, or tap the year and month to select the set- ting.

  • Page 23: Using The Hardware

    Enter key. Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. Copyright 2006 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
  • Page 24 Chapter 2 Using the Hardware Main Function Secondary Function Backspace. Escape key. Alphanumeric 4, g, h and i. Left navigation key. Alphanumeric 5, j, k and l. — Alphanumeric 6, m, n and o. Right navigation key. Enables/disables secondary — function keys.

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Screen Brightness

    2. Insert the SD Card with the notched end facing up and into the slot as shown below: Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

  • Page 26: Removing A Storage Card

    4. Replace the SD compartment cover and the four compartment screws. Using the Laser Scanner The PA600 has an integrated laser scanner that reads all major bar code labels. NOTE: Reading software must be enabled in order to operate the scanner. This can be a user loaded application or a preload utility such as Scanner Settings and Scan2Key.
  • Page 27 7. To stop the auto-scan, tap Tools → Auto- Scan → Stop Auto-Scan. Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
  • Page 28 This can be done under the To Kpd tab. Check the box labeled Start Scan2Key When Exit. Tap OK. 9. The scanner is enabled and each bar code scan will be directed to the keypad buffer, once the Scan2Key icon appears on the PA600’s taskbar. Scan2Key Icon...

  • Page 29: Using The Rfid Hf Reader

    Using the RFID HF Reader The PA600 has a built-in RFID High Frequency Reader that allows users to read vari- ous types of RFID cards. The RFID scanning area is shown below:. RFID Antenna PA600 RFID HF RFID Tag Execute an RFID card reading with the PA600 through the following: Bring an RFID tag near the PA600’s RFID antenna.The RFID demo program is pre-...
  • Page 30 Chapter 2 Using the Hardware 2. Select a card type: 15693, 14443A or 14443B. Tap Start to activate the RFID reader. Bring a tag close to the RFID antenna. The tag is read into the field. Select the Beeper check box to enable a beeping sound when an RFID tag is read.

  • Page 31: Getting Connected

    2. Download the ActiveSync software from the Microsoft ActiveSync Download page at: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/en-us/help/synchronize/ activesync45.mspx 3. Browse the location of the downloaded file, and double-click it. The installation wizard begins. Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
  • Page 32 Chapter 3 Getting Connected 4. Click Next. The End User License Agreement (EULA) appears. 5. Accept the license agreement terms and click Next.
  • Page 33 7. Select a drive to install the program and click Next. The installation wizard gathers all the information it needs to install Microsoft ActiveSync and prompts users to begin the installation. Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

  • Page 34: Connecting The Device To Your Computer

    1. After Microsoft ActiveSync installs, connect the USB Charging Cable to the Uni- versal Connector on the bottom of the device. If necessary, connect an Adapter. Refer to Connecting the PA600 to a PC on page 10. 2. Plug the other end of the USB Charging Cable into the computer’s USB Port.
  • Page 35 7. Synchronization will initiate, and it will synchronize periodically or upon connec- tion. NOTE: A PC can partner with multiple PA600’s. But, a PA600 can only partner with up to two computers. Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

  • Page 36: Synchronizing With Your Computer

    Synchronization occurs according to the options setup in Microsoft ActiveSync via the computer. Accepting the default (On Connect) synchronization option in the Microsoft ActiveSync Setup Wizard enables users to simply connect the PA600 to the desktop computer and synchronization will automatically occur.

  • Page 37: Desktop Computer

    5. Tap Start → Programs → Communication → PC Link. The USB Status window appears. Tap Hide to hide the window. Tap Cancel to disconnect. Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

  • Page 38: Bluetooth Connection

    Getting Connected Bluetooth Connection The PA600 is equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology that can synchronize infor- mation with a computer equipped with a Bluetooth adapter or access point. Bluetooth wireless technology communicates with the computer whenever it is within range.
  • Page 39 6. On the PC screen, enter the Bluetooth PIN Code Request. Enter the same Bluetooth PIN Code that was entered in the last step. Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
  • Page 40 Chapter 3 Getting Connected 7. On the PA600 select a device from the list and select Active. 8. On the PC, double-click Microsoft ActiveSync. Click File → Connec- tion Settings. Select a BT COM port, and click OK. 9. On the PA600, tap Start → Pro-...
  • Page 41 12. Tap Inquiry, select the desired Bluetooth device to sync. Tap OK. 13. Tap the BTActiveSync icon again. Tap Sync. Bluetooth ActiveSync begins. Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

  • Page 42: Wifi Connection

    Chapter 3 Getting Connected Wi-Fi Connection Unitech terminals come with a built-in RF facility. Setup an RF facility through the fol- lowing: 1. Double-tap the RF icon on the taskbar. RF Icon 2. Under the Wireless Information tab, double- tap Add New..
  • Page 43 6. Uncheck The key is provided automati- cally. Enter the Network Key. Tap OK. Start to search for an RF signal once the net- work is connected. Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

  • Page 44: Synchronizing Information

    Synchronize the information to automatically update information on both the PA600 and the computer. It is possible to copy two types of information to the PA600: Files and Pocket Access Windows CE Store information. The following procedure only applies to copying files. Refer to the computer’s Micro- soft ActiveSync Help menu for instructions on how to copy Pocket Access Windows CE Store information.
  • Page 45 – To copy the file to the computer, right-click the file and click Copy. Place the cursor in the desired computer folder, right click, then click Paste. Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

  • Page 46: Bar Code Scanner Programs

    Chapter 4 Bar Code Scanner Programs Scanner Setting When it is necessary for the user to change the default bar code symbology for a dif- ferent application, the Scanner Control Panel provides the ability to change the default symbology, place delimiter characters behind scanned data and save scanner set- tings.

  • Page 47: Bar Code Symbologies (1D Bar Code)

    KIX, Planet, Postnet, Royal Mail, UPU, USPS4CB, Decode Postnet with B and B’ Fields, Issue Zero FCC Australia Post Codes QR Code Negative Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

  • Page 48: Advanced Settings

    Chapter 5 Advanced Settings Chapter 5 Advanced Settings Adjusting Settings Adjust the PA600 settings to accommodate personal work habits through the follow- ing: To access Settings, tap Start → Settings → Con- trol Panel. The Control Panel screen appears where users can adjust the backlight, auto power off timer, sys- tem volume and processor speed.

  • Page 49: Checking Main And Backup Battery Status

    – Tap Start → Settings → Control Panel → double-tap Power. NOTE: Alternatively, press Func and 8 to access the Power Properties window. Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

  • Page 50: Extending Battery Life

    Minimize backlight use. Changing the Automatic Power Settings The PA600 enters idle mode when there is no task, or all tasks are waiting for input. In the default setting, the PA600 automatically turns off when it remains idle for three minutes without an external power source.

  • Page 51: Adjusting Backlight Setting

    – Tap the Turn on Backlight when... check- box to activate the backlight when the key- pad is pressed or the screen is tapped. Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

  • Page 52: Viewing Flash Memory Files

    1. Connect the PA600 to the computer. See Synchronizing with the Computer on page 29. 2. In Microsoft ActiveSync window on the computer, click Explore. To copy the file to the PA600, right-click the file and click Copy. Place the cursor in the PA600’s flash storage folder, right-click, and click Paste.

  • Page 53: Performing A Hardware Reset

    Perform a reset if the PA600 freezes (i.e., no longer responds). Performing a Warm Boot A Warm Boot allows the PA600 to get a fresh start, similar to rebooting a computer. This will restart the PA600 and adjust memory allocation. All records and entries are retained after a Warm Boot.

  • Page 54: Performing A Cold Boot

    Advanced Settings Performing a Cold Boot A cold boot cuts off power from the PA600, erasing all records and entries, deleting all added programs, and restoring the PA600 to default factory settings. Data and time settings are not retained in a cold boot while formats, preferences and other settings restore to their default factory settings.

  • Page 55: Appendix

    Battery Charger, Desktop Cradle, Modem Cradle, Multi-bay, Holster Software Unitech Software Development Kit Oracle Database Lite Wave Link Avalanche Microsoft BizTalk Server 2006 R2 Copyright 2008 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

  • Page 56: Worldwide Support

    Chapter 5 Worldwide Support Appendix Worldwide Support Region Web site Global Operation Center www.unitech-adc.com Unitech Taiwan adc-utt.unitech.com.tw Unitech Asia Pacific & Middle www.unitech-utp.com.tw Unitech China www.ute.com.cn Unitech Japan www.unitech-japan.co.jp Unitech America www.ute.com Unitech Latin America latin.ute.com Unitech Europe www.unitech-europe.nl...

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