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M71V2
Wireless Handheld Terminal
User's Guide
© 2008 American Microsystems LTD.
Effective Date: February 2008
AML Website: www.amltd.com

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  • Page 1 M71V2 Wireless Handheld Terminal User’s Guide © 2008 American Microsystems LTD. Effective Date: February 2008 AML Website: www.amltd.com...
  • Page 2 M 7 1 V 2 H A N D H E L D T E R M I N A L Disclaimer American Microsystems, Ltd. reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice, and the reader should in all cases consult American Microsystems, Ltd. to determine whether any such changes have been made.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    The M71V2 Internal Radio 802.11b Fallback Mode Interference and Coexistence Security Issues Ad-Hoc Mode GSM/GPRS Network Card Support Installing the GPRS SIM Card Installing the Optional M71V2 Handle The M71V2 Communications Ports The M71V2 Cradle THE M71V2 RF SERVER LOGIN 24 The CommandLink™...
  • Page 4 Decoder Options Local Settings, 2D Imager Only Barcode Options Symbology Settings Setting the Code 39 Bar Code Setting the PDF417 Bar Code Setting the MicroPDF417 Bar Code Setting the RSS Bar Code Setting the Composite Bar Code Setting the UPC-A Bar Code Setting the UPC-E Bar Code Setting the EAN/JAN-13 Bar Code Setting the EAN/JAN-8 Bar Code...

  • Page 5: Introducing The M71V2

    Introducing the M71V2 This chapter describes how to get started using your M71V2 handheld terminal and get you up and running fast. he M71V2 handheld terminal is an ultra-versatile, high-performance, designed-to- fit-your-budget terminal. The ergonomic design easily fits in even the smallest of hands.

  • Page 6: Warranty

    Connect to your host computer Customize your M71V2 Terminal Create and execute programs Collect and upload data Send and receive data Connect and use the M71V2 serial interface Warranty A one-year warranty against material defects and workmanship from the date of shipment is guaranteed by American Microsystems, Ltd.

  • Page 7: M71V2 Terminal Overview

    M71V2 Terminal Overview This chapter describes the features of the M71V2 terminal. o save time in the future, print a copy of this document. Choose Print from the File menu, and press Enter to receive all the pages of examples and instructions. Using the M71V2 Keyboard The M71V2 Terminal is equipped with fifty-five keys that are divided into white, grey, blue, red, yellow and black keys.

  • Page 8: Key Values

    the blue Function menu or the blue special characters. Function keys (F1 – F20) can be programmed by many host systems, to be “hot keys” and select specific program items without navigating the entire program. The black [Shift] key toggles between upper and lower case mode and selects special characters on the numeric keypad.
  • Page 9 Moves the display screen down one line at a time or moves the (Down arrow) display screen down one menu level. In terminal emulation, the <Shift> then <6> will move the screen up one whole page. Moves the cursor right one character at a time and toggles (Right arrow) between menu selection options.

  • Page 10: The M71V2 Display Screen

    The M71V2 Display Screen The M71V2 handheld terminal includes a 160 pixel by 160 pixel grayscale graphical Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). Programs can be written which mix text and graphics together on the display. Warning: This display is NOT a touch screen display and the operator should not use sharp objects on the plastic window protecting the LCD display.
  • Page 11 Advanced Long Range Laser (ALR) The Advanced Long Range laser engine uses a moving laser light with a highly sensitive laser detector. The advanced long range laser is able to read farther than the standard long range laser. The advanced long range laser also includes a laser point (dot) feature. Scan Rate: 35 (±...
  • Page 12 Reading distance for the Standard High Speed Laser...
  • Page 13 Reading distance for the Long Range Laser Reading distance for the Advanced Long Range Laser...

  • Page 14: The M71V2 Scanner Led

    Reading distance for the 2D Area Imager Barcode symbologies are always measured in mils. This usually refers to the narrowest bar width. One mil equals 0.001”, therefore a 0.01” wide narrow bar would be a 10 mil barcode. Conversion: 1 mil = 0.0254 mm 1 inch = 25.4 mm These charts show typical performance at 68°F on high quality bar code symbols.

  • Page 15: Scanner Information And Labeling

    Scanner information and Labeling The M71V2 Integrated Laser Scanner uses a low-power visible laser diode. Avoid staring directly into the light beam. Momentary exposure to a CDRH Class II laser is not known to be harmful. Laser Classification: Light Source: Laser Output Power: FCC Information: CDRH Class II...

  • Page 17: The M71V2 Internal Radio

    The M71V2 Internal Radio The M71V2 Handheld Terminal comes equipped with an internal 802.11b radio and antenna. This internal radio is specifically designed to communicate with any 802.11b Access Point. The range of the internal radio depends greatly on the quality of the Access Point and the RF communications characteristic of the environment where the device is used.

  • Page 18: Ad-Hoc Mode

    points should be set for MAC filtering. When an access point has MAC filtering enabled, the only devices that can communicate through them are the ones which the MAC address has been set. The primary issue is that many current users of wireless LAN have opted NOT to turn on security features.
  • Page 19 A Typical Wireless Network Personal Computer (Server) Ethernet Connectio Wireless Access Point(s) (802.11b) Wireless Handheld Terminals (M71V2)

  • Page 20: Gsm/Gprs Network Card Support

    GSM/GPRS Network Card Support The AML M71V2 now supports GSM/GPRS network cards. When a GPRS network card comes installed in the M71V2, the menus will be slightly different from the standard menus. To determine if the unit has the correct firmware installed. Use the M71V2 Menu System and select “Diagnostic Menu >...
  • Page 21 To review the GSM/GPRS settings, use the M71V2 Menu System and select “Network Setup > Net I/F Settings” and see the settings main screen. The settings are selected by highlighting the proper item and hitting the [ENTER] key. The information below is an example of how the unit might be set, your settings may be different. Contact your local GSM/GPRS cellular service provider for information on these settings.
  • Page 22 Typical Values for the “GSM/GPRS Settings”: APN – Access Provider Name The character string specifying the cellular service provider ( Port – Linux port name This is a character string specifying the port name (usually “/dev/ttyS0”). Baud Rate – Transmission Baud Rate This is a character string specifying the baud rate (usually 115200).
  • Page 23 To determine if the GSM/GPRS card is functioning properly, use the M71V2 Menu System and select “Network Setup” and one of the following screens should appear: Connection Failed! If the screen does not say “STAT: Connected” then you are out of range of a GSM/GPRS Cellular Network, or you have the GSM/GPRS modem settings wrong.

  • Page 24: Installing The Optional M71V2 Handle

    The Optional M71V2 Handle The M71V2 has an optional “pistol grip” style handle for users who prefer the point and shoot style. The M71V2 handle is secured to the M71V2 handheld terminal by 4 screws. The battery is then relocated in the handle for easy change-out. Installing the Optional M71V2 Handle To install the M71V2 handle, remove the M71V2 battery cover and store in a safe place.

  • Page 25: The M71V2 Communications Ports

    The M71V2 Communications Ports The M71V2 has two types of communications ports on the bottom of the unit. The ports are shown here. Description of the RJ-45 10 Pin Connector (RS-232) 1. 5 VDC (out to handheld tethered scanner) 2. RxD (in to terminal) 3.

  • Page 26: The M71V2 Cradle

    The M71V2 Cradle The M71V2 Handheld Terminal has available, an optional charging and communications cradle. The cradle automatically charges the M71V2 battery while it is resting in the cradle. The cradle also includes an extra slot to charge a spare battery. The M71V2 cradle can accommodate the M71V2 with or without the optional M71V2 handle.
  • Page 27 The M71V2 Cradle’s Communication Ports The M71V2 handheld terminal has 2 different styles of communications ports, RS-232 (RJ-45) and USB (Type II). The M71V2 Cradle also has 2 communications ports, RS-232 (DB-9) and USB (Type II). The M71V2 Communications Cradle uses a standard RS-232 (DB-9 Male – DB-9 Female) cable.

  • Page 28: The M71V2 Rf Server Login

    The M71V2 RF Server Login This chapter describes the login functions of the M71V2 terminal. It also describes using Telnet and Terminal Emulation support. arning: If the M71V2 Handheld Terminal has improper security and/or network settings, the terminal will fail to connect to any network devices. For help see the Network Settings section of this manual.

  • Page 29: Connecting

    If there is not a wireless Access Point (AP) for the handheld terminal to connect to, then the terminal will not proceed past this point. For help in determining the presence and strength of an Access Point’s transmission see the Network Diagnostics section of this manual.

  • Page 30: Applications

    Applications If you are using the CommandLink™ software, and the proper User ID and Password are entered, then the Applications Menu is displayed. These are the programs that are available on the CommandLink™ Server for this user. Other users may see other programs depending on the settings in the CommandLink™...

  • Page 31: Terminal Emulation

    Console 2: Communications Session or User Program Console 3: Battery Warnings Console 4: Second Telnet Session Console 5: Linux prompt Console 6: User Defined Console 7: RESERVED Console 8: User Defined Console 9: RESERVED Each virtual console is running a different foreground application that uses the entire screen.

  • Page 32: Updating Firmware

    The M71V2 has a built-in feature which makes it easy to see when the terminal is out of range of an access point. When the M71V2 goes outside of RF coverage, the following screen appears. When the operator goes back into RF coverage, the “Out of Range” screen will automatically disappear and return the operator to where they left off.

  • Page 33: The M71V2 Menu System

    The M71V2 Menu System This chapter describes the Main Menu functions of the M71V2 Handheld Terminal. Main Menu ou may access the menu system by pressing the [Menu] key on the M71V2 handheld terminal. The menu screens pop-up in front of the currently displayed screen.

  • Page 34: Contrast

    Contrast The contrast can be set by selection the “Contrast” function from the Main Menu. The 3(left) and 4(right) arrow keys can be used to fine-tune the contrast. The scroll bar below the Main Menu window shows the current contrast level. The [ENTER] key will save the changes to the permanent flash memory and [ESC] will abandon changes.

  • Page 35: Network Setup

    Network Setup By selecting the Network Setup function from the Main Menu the wireless network adapter can be configured. The “Network Connection Info” dialog box displays the RF Status (RF) the current IP Address (IP), Network Mask (MASK) and the MAC Address (MAC) of the wireless Ethernet card that is installed in the M71V2.

  • Page 36: Radio Settings (Wep)

    Note: Enabling DHCP or BOOTP will cause the M71V2 handheld terminal to take slightly longer to establish a connection to the RF network due to the overhead involved in obtaining network information from the server. Radio Settings (WEP) The Radio Settings allows the operator to set wireless network security settings. The first radio setting is SSID (Service Set Identifier), a 32 character unique identifier attached to the header of packets sent over a WLAN that acts as a password when a mobile device tries to connect to the network.
  • Page 37 In the example above, “AMLBURNIN” was chosen for the unique SSID name. Your unique name should be assigned by your local Systems Administrator. The wireless security settings are referred to as WEP (Wireless Equivalent Privacy) can be left un-enabled or can be enabled from this menu. It is HIGHLY recommended that some sort of WEP standards be enabled in any wireless network.
  • Page 38 To modify an encryption key set simply highlight the appropriate key set. Note that the number of key pairs will change depending on which encryption format you are using. Note: Some manufacturers will call their 40 bit encryption 64 bit encryption or call their 128 bit encryption 160 bit encryption;...
  • Page 39 The Auth setting determines what type of network system you are using. These two modes simply define how the above key sets will be used to encrypt the data sent over the radio. Whichever mode is selected, the access point MUST be set to the same mode for communications to take place.

  • Page 40: Radio Settings (Wpa-Psk)

    Radio Settings (WPA-PSK) The M71V2 supports both WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) and WPA-EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol). The WPA-PSK offers TKIP mode or AES-CCMP mode. The mode used must match the network the M71V2 is to communicate with. The Shared Phrase must match the network the M71V2 is to communicate with. The Power Save setting will force the radio card to turn off when not in use to save power.

  • Page 41: Radio Settings (Wpa-Eap)

    Radio Settings (WPA-EAP) The WPA-EAP offers PEAP, TLS and TTLS mode. The mode used must match the network the M71V2 is to communicate with. The Shared Phrase must match the network the M71V2 is to communicate with. The Username must match the network the M71V2 is to communicate with. The Passwd must match the network the M71V2 is to communicate with.
  • Page 42 Certificate Settings TLS When using TLS you must store the proper certificates onto the M71V2 handheld terminal. The Certificates and Shared Phrase must match the network the M71V2 is to communicate with. Certificates can be generated from most web browsers such as Mozilla or IE. Establish a connection to your Certificate Authority and download a CA certificate in base64 format.

  • Page 43: Simultaneous Hosts Connection

    Host Server List The Connection Settings determine how the M71V2 Handheld terminal will communicate to a host server over the RF network. When the M71V2 Handheld terminal first powers up, it tries to establish a connection to an RF network. If this is successful, it will then start a Telnet session using the settings described in this section.

  • Page 44: Multiple Hosts

    CommandLink™ Communicator is running. The M71V2 Handheld terminal has optional Terminal Emulation software available that enables it to communicate directly with most host systems including IBM mainframe (TN3270) and IBM AS400 (TN5250) systems. This software has many more features...

  • Page 45: Hosts Log-In Options

    Hosts Log-in Options For each host server listed, you can add special options to make logging into the hosts easier. While this feature makes it easy to log-in to a server, it also makes the server less secure. The information entered in this screen is unique to each host system and must be supplied by the local systems administrator.

  • Page 46: Terminal Options

    The currently available terminal emulations are “amlterm” which is only used with the CommandLink™ application, “vt100” and “vt220” terminal emulations typically used with UNIX based servers and “tn5250” terminal emulation typically used with IBM AS/400 systems. Other terminal emulation types and features are available as optional software packages.

  • Page 47: Terminal Emulation - Vt100 / Vt220

    Terminal Emulation – vt100 / vt220 The “vt100” terminal emulation is typically used for older server applications that do not support vt220 terminal emulation. It is recommended that the “vt220” emulation be used when possible. If a different terminal type is selected, then the optional features for that emulation are displayed.
  • Page 48 The “Legacy” font is specifically designed for legacy applications where the screen size has been designed to work on a 16 row by 21 column screen size. Many older terminals were designed with this screen size only. When using Terminal Emulation you can not mix different size fonts on the same terminal screen.
  • Page 49 When scrolling is disabled by un-checking the "Disable Scrolling" option, two screen location options are available. "Screen Loc x" and Screen Loc y" set the position of the M71V2 viewable area relative to the upper left hand corner of the virtual tn5250 24x80 screen.
  • Page 50 The Col Shift function determines how many columns the display will move each time the Shift <arrow> keys are used. This allows the operator to “pan around” the currently displayed screen. Use the left 3and 4right arrow keys to change this setting. The Row Shift function determines how many rows the display will move each time the Shift <arrow>...
  • Page 51 Note that we have “scrolled” down to the bottom of the screen and do not have the Virtual 24x80 function selected. The Wraparound function tells the terminal to “wrap” long text strings onto multiple lines on the M71V2 screen. This can be very confusing when the data was originally formatted for a 24x80 text screen.
  • Page 52 The Parse as Esc function is for certain Windows servers that can not accept the Esc key sequences. If this box is checked, the M71V2 will send instead of Esc for these sequences. The ENQ: function will allow the M71V2 to respond with a specific ENQ Answerback String whenever the host sends the unit an ENQ command.
  • Page 53 The Map Ins as dash function allows for a quick way to insert a dash character (-) instead of the rarely used [Ins] key function. This is useful for quickly typing part numbers that include the dash character (e.g. 123-456-789). The F5: function tells the M71V2 what character string to send back to the host when the F5 key is pressed.
  • Page 54 The Null Padding function is required on most server systems that use the traditional vt100 and vt220 emulations. The null padding can cause an error on some Windows based servers. If you are experiencing problems with a Window’s based Terminal Emulation server, try un-checking the null padding option.
  • Page 55 The string shown here will send a “!#EOJ” followed by a carriage return to the host computer system, when the F6 key is pressed. The \n character string sends the new line (linefeed) character and is not shown above. The \r character string sends a Carriage Return command and is after the string shown above.

  • Page 56: Terminal Emulation - Tn5250

    Terminal Emulation – tn5250 The “tn52550” terminal emulation is typically used for IBM AS/400 server applications. The AML tn5250 TE is designed to be a basic 5250 emulation. If optional features are required, it is recommended that either the Connect PowerNet TwinClient emulations or the Stay Linked emulation be used.
  • Page 57 The Legacy font is specifically designed for legacy applications where the screen size has been designed to work on a 16 row by 21 column screen size. Many older terminals were designed with this screen size only. When using Terminal Emulation you can not mix different size fonts on the same terminal screen.
  • Page 58 The Disable Scrolling locks the cursor to the upper left screen location. If Disable Scrolling is not checked then you can set the Follow Cursor function which moves the cursor to the current input field. The Col Shift function determines how many columns the display will move each time the Shift <arrow>...
  • Page 59 The Display Name function allows the user to program a specific terminal name. This name is then transferred to the host when the terminal logs onto the system. If you do not save your settings they will be lost when you exit the Network Settings screen.

  • Page 60: Power Management

    The <Restart Network> function allows the new network to be restarted with all the new settings made in the above menus. If an active host server is found, the M71V2 will display the log-in screen of that server. If the host server can not be found, the M71V2 Menu System will continue to be displayed.
  • Page 61 When the M71V2 goes into Sleep Mode, it turns off the internal radio card. On some host systems, this causes the current telnet session to be closed. Many users find it better to set the Sleep Timer to zero to prevent closed connections. Note: The power key wake-up feature is only available on units with Decoder version 2.0 or later.

  • Page 62: Diagnostics

    Diagnostics The “Diagnostic Menu” has several powerful functions that can help pinpoint a variety of network problems. The Diagnostic menu can be used to determine connectivity to the network as well as connectivity to the server or host computer. Network Status The “Network Status”...
  • Page 63 The “WLAN:” shows the current connection status reported by the internal RF card. This status can be a very useful tool to determine if an RF connection is being made. The description of this status is shown below: Disabled Searching Connected - Ad Hoc This is when the M71V2 is connected to Connected - AP Out of Range...
  • Page 64 The “RF Strength” function can be used to test the RF coverage of a wireless RF local area network. Simply put the M71V2 handheld terminal in “RF Strength” mode and walk in the area you want to have RF coverage, and you can quickly see areas with poor RF coverage.

  • Page 65: Resource Information

    Resource Information The “Resource Information” function shows the memory usage and CPU allocation at the current time. The above display shows 72% of the virtual disk memory used, 52% of the Journaling File System (user) memory used and 95% of the static RAM memory used. The Linux operating system uses as much of the free static RAM as possible so this number is usually very high.
  • Page 66 The “Ping Status” screen will show the M71V2 handheld terminal trying to contact the listed IP Address. Once the connection is made the M71V2 Handheld Terminal will continuously send packets of data to time the connection speed in milliseconds (ms). The “Ping Status”...

  • Page 67: Print Test Label

    Print Test Label The “Print Test Label” function allows the operator test a serial printer through the serial port on the bottom of the M71V2 handheld terminal. There are two types of printers supported in the “Print Test Label” sub-menu function. The M71V2 does support almost any type of serial printer.

  • Page 68: Firmware Version

    Firmware Version The “Firmware Version” function displays the information about the M71V2 handheld terminals firmware version and the date and time it was created. Serial Number The “Serial Number” function displays the information about the M71V2 handheld terminals serial number if your unit supports this function. Battery Status The “Battery Status”...

  • Page 69: Barcode Data Viewer

    When the M71V2 handheld terminal’s battery is completely depleted, a “Battery Low” error screen is displayed signaling that you must replace the battery or place the unit in the charger for charging. Barcode Data Viewer The “Barcode Data Viewer” function displays the actual data acquired by the bar code scanner including non-printable characters.

  • Page 70: Ping Usb Server

    Ping USB Server The Ping USB Server function allows you to detect a USB server connected to the USB port. Hardware Tests The Hardware Tests function performs tests on the various M71V2 hardware. Note: These hardware tests are for our own internal testing and may, or may not, display as failed for the end user, even though the unit is running fine.

  • Page 71: Local Settings, Laser & Ccd Only

    Local Settings, Laser & CCD Only Note: For instructions on setting the 2D Area Imager see Local Settings, Imager Only. The “Local Settings” function sets much of the M71V2 handheld terminal’s internal hardware and software. Barcode Options The “Barcode Options” function allows you to make changes to the way specific bar codes are scanned by the internal scan engine.

  • Page 72: Setting The Code 39 Bar Code

    Setting the Code 39 Bar Code The individual bar codes can be enabled and disabled by hitting the [Space] key. Only enabled bar code symbologies can be modified. To modify a bar code symbology hit the [ENTER] key while the bar code name is highlighted. CODE 39 DECODER Enable reading Code 39 bar codes.

  • Page 73: Setting The Upc Bar Code

    Enable Concatenate Mode. The concatenate mode allows the M71V2 handheld terminal to accumulate multiple bar codes in its buffer and then sends them to the computer just like they were a single bar code. When a Code 39 label containing a leading space is read, the M71V2 emits two short beeps and buffers the data without transmission.

  • Page 74: Setting The Ean Bar Code

    Transmit the UPC-A Number System character. Do not transmit the UPC-A Number System character. SEND UPC-E NUMBER SYSTEM Transmit the UPC-E Number System character. Do not transmit the UPC-E Number System character. SEND UPC-A CHECK DIGIT Transmit the UPC-A Check Digit character. Do not transmit the UPC-A Check Digit character.

  • Page 75: Upc/Ean Supplements Settings

    SEND EAN-13 COUNTRY CODE Transmit the EAN-13 Country Code. Do not transmit the EAN-13 Country Code. SEND EAN-8 COUNTRY CODE Transmit the EAN-8 Country Code. Do not transmit the EAN-8 Country Code. SEND EAN-13 CHECK DIGIT Transmit the EAN-13 Check Digit character. Do not transmit the EAN-13 Check Digit character.
  • Page 76 OFF* Disable reading UPC, EAN & Bookland supplements. ALLOW 2 DIGIT Enable reading 2 digit supplements. Option 0) above must be set on. Disable reading 2 digit supplements. ALLOW 5 DIGIT Enable reading 5 digit supplements. Option 0) above must be set on. Disable reading 5 digit supplements.

  • Page 77: Setting The I - 2 Of 5 Bar Code

    Setting the I - 2 of 5 Bar Code INT 2 OF 5 DECODER Enable reading Interleaved 2 of 5 bar codes. Disable reading Interleaved 2 of 5 bar codes. USS CHECK DIGIT Specifies if the USS check digit type will be used with Interleaved 2 of 5: Uniform Symbology Specification (3-1-3 mod 10) OFF* None (no check digit required) OPCC CHECK DIGIT...

  • Page 78: Setting The Codabar Bar Code

    OFF* Disable Fixed Length mode. Read all Interleaved 2 of 5 labels without regard to length. SET FIXED LENGTH #1 (02-60) Sets the first valid Fixed Length for Interleaved 2 of 5. Enter a two-digit value to enter the length. Valid lengths are 02 to 60 characters. By definition, the lengths of Interleaved 2 of 5 labels are an even number of characters.

  • Page 79: Setting The Code 128 Bar Code

    The reader will insert a blank after the 1st, 5th, and 10th characters of a 14-character Codabar label. The label length does not include the start and stop characters. OFF * Disable CLSI formatting. CLSI CHECK DIGIT Enable the CLSI check digit. When this option is enabled, all fourteen digit numeric bar codes must contain a valid check digit.

  • Page 80: Setting The Code 93 Bar Code

    Setting the Code 93 Bar Code CODE 93 DECODER Enable reading Code 93 bar codes. Disable reading Code 93 bar codes. CONCATENATE MODE Enable Concatenate Mode. The concatenate mode allows the reader to concatenate multiple bar codes in its buffer, and then sends them to the computer just like they were a single bar code.
  • Page 81 MSI/PLESSEY DECODER Enable reading MSI/Plessey bar codes. OFF * Disable reading MSI/Plessey bar codes. TWO CHECK DIGITS REQUIRED Two valid check digits are required for each label. The first check digit is defined by option 2) below. The second check digit is always mod 10. OFF * One valid check digit is required for each label.

  • Page 82: Setting The Code 11 Bar Code

    Setting the Code 11 Bar Code CODE 11 DECODER Enable reading Code 11 bar codes. OFF * Disable reading Code 11 bar codes. TWO CHECK DIGITS REQUIRED Two valid check digits are required for each label. OFF * One valid check digit is required for each label. SEND FIRST CHECK DIGIT Transmit the First Check Digit.
  • Page 83 The RSS bar code is turned off by default to prevent any confusion with the Interleaved 2 of 5 bar codes. An I 2 of 5 bar code can never be interrupted as a RSS bar code but it is remotely possible that an RSS bar code might be incorrectly scanned as an I 2 of 5.

  • Page 84: Decoder Options

    Decoder Options The “Decoder Options” function allows the operator to add termination characters to the bar code as it’s read by the internal scanner. SEND BAR CODE TYPE ID: (ON/OFF) Sends a letter preceding the data, indicating the symbology type of the bar code.
  • Page 85 TERMINATION CHARACTER OVERRIDE (ON/OFF) ON: Strips any termination character from the bar code that was scanned. OFF*: Does not strip any termination characters from the bar code. The optional Termination Character is transmitted at the end of the data. None - None Tab - Horizontal Tab CR - Carriage Return CRLF - Carriage Return &...

  • Page 86: Local Settings, 2D Imager Only

    Local Settings, 2D Imager Only Note: For instructions on setting the Laser or CCD see: Local Settings, Laser & CCD Only previously in this manual. The “Local Settings” function sets much of the M71V2 handheld terminal’s internal hardware and software. Barcode Options The “Barcode Options”...

  • Page 87: Setting The Code 39 Bar Code

    The Symbology settings for the 2D Imager are quite extensive and complex. Usually the default settings are satisfactory for most applications. Please refer to the “HHP® IMAGETEAM™ OEM Engine User’s Guide” for a more technical description of the following symbology settings. Setting the Code 39 Bar Code The individual bar codes can be enabled and disabled by hitting the [Space] key.

  • Page 88: Setting The Pdf417 Bar Code

    Unchecked* Disable the sending of leading or trailing start characters with the bar code. Check Char NONE* Do not validate the check characters and do not send any check characters with the bar code. TEST Validate the check character but do not send it with the bar code. Bar code must be printed with a check character.

  • Page 89: Setting The Micropdf417 Bar Code

    PDF417 Checked* Enable reading PDF417 bar codes. Unchecked Disable reading PDF417 bar codes. Length Min Default = 1 The minimum number of characters in the scanned bar code. Length Max Default = 2750 Setting the MicroPDF417 Bar Code MicroPDF417 Checked Enable reading MicroPDF417 bar codes.

  • Page 90: Setting The Composite Bar Code

    Unchecked Disable reading RSS14 bar codes. RSS Lim. Checked* Enable reading RSS Limited bar codes. Unchecked Disable reading RSS Limited bar codes. RSS Exp. Checked* Enable reading RSS Expanded bar codes. Unchecked Disable reading RSS Expanded bar codes. Length Min Default = 4 The minimum number of characters in the scanned bar code.

  • Page 91: Setting The Upc-A Bar Code

    Setting the UPC-A Bar Code UPC-A Checked* Enable reading UPC-A bar codes. Unchecked Disable reading UPC-A bar codes. Check Digit Checked* Send the UPC check digit with the bar code. Unchecked Disable the sending of the UPC check digit with the bar code. Num Sys Checked* Send the UPC number system character with the bar code.

  • Page 92: Setting The Upc-E Bar Code

    Checked* Require the extended coupon code with the bar code. Unchecked Do not require the extended coupon code with the bar code. Setting the UPC-E Bar Code UPC-E0 Checked* Enable reading UPC-E0 bar codes. Unchecked Disable reading UPC-E0 bar codes. Expand Checked Expand the UPC-E0 bar code to an UPC-A bar code.

  • Page 93: Setting The Ean/Jan-13 Bar Code

    5 Dig Sup Checked Send the 5 digit supplemental character with the bar code. Unchecked* Disable sending the 5 digit supplemental character with the bar code. UPC-E1 Checked Enable reading UPC-E1 bar codes. Unchecked* Disable reading UPC-E1 bar codes. Setting the EAN/JAN-13 Bar Code EAN/JAN-13 Checked* Enable reading EAN/JAN-13 bar codes.

  • Page 94: Setting The Ean/Jan-8 Bar Code

    ISBN Checked Convert 13 digit Bookland/EAN (978) prefix to its corresponding 10-digit ISBN number. Unchecked* Do not convert Bookland/EAN to an ISBN number. Setting the EAN/JAN-8 Bar Code EAN/JAN-8 Checked* Enable reading EAN/JAN-8 bar codes. Unchecked Disable reading EAN/JAN-8 bar codes. Check Digit Checked* Send the EAN/JAN-8 check digit with the bar code.

  • Page 95: Setting The 2 Of 5(S) Bar Codes

    Setting the 2 of 5(s) Bar Codes Code 2 of 5 Checked Enable reading Code 2 of 5 bar codes. Unchecked* Disable reading Code 2 of 5 bar codes. Length Min Default = 4 The minimum number of characters in the scanned bar code. Length Max Default = 48 The maximum number of characters in the scanned bar code.

  • Page 96: Setting The Codabar Bar Code

    Length Max Default = 48 The maximum number of characters in the scanned bar code. Matrix 2 of 5 Checked Enable reading Matrix 2 of 5 bar codes. Unchecked* Disable reading Matrix 2 of 5 bar codes. Length Min Default = 4 The minimum number of characters in the scanned bar code.

  • Page 97: Setting The Code 128 Bar Code

    Setting the Code 128 Bar Code Code 128 Checked* Enable reading Code 128 bar codes. Unchecked Disable reading Code 128 bar codes. ISBT Conc Checked Enable support the use of International Society of Blood Transfusion (ISBT) symbols. Unchecked* Disable support for the use of ISBT symbols. Length Min Default = 0 The minimum number of characters in the scanned bar code.

  • Page 98: Setting The Code 93 Bar Code

    Setting the Code 93 Bar Code Code 93 Checked* Enable reading Code 93 bar codes. Unchecked Disable reading Code 93 bar codes. Length Min Default = 0 The minimum number of characters in the scanned bar code. Length Max Default = 80 The maximum number of characters in the scanned bar code. Page Defines the mapping of foreign characters to be inserted into the character codes.

  • Page 99: Setting The Code 11 Bar Code

    Checked Enable reading MSI bar codes. Unchecked* Disable reading MSI bar codes. Check Digit Checked Send the MSI check digit with the bar code. Unchecked* Disable the sending of the MSI check digit with the bar code. Length Min Default = 4 The minimum number of characters in the scanned bar code.

  • Page 100: Setting The Telepen Bar Code

    Default = 4 The minimum number of characters in the scanned bar code. Length Max Default = 80 The maximum number of characters Setting the Telepen Bar Code Telepen Checked Enable reading Telepen bar codes. Unchecked* Disable reading Telepen bar codes. AIM Output Checked Read start/stop pattern 1 and output standard full ASCII.

  • Page 101: Setting The Codablock F Bar Code

    Unchecked Disable reading PosiCode bar codes. A&B, A&B & Lim A, A&B & Lim B Only one of these options can be set to ON A and B On, Not Limited. A and B and Limited A On (Limited B Off). A and B and Limited B On (Limited A Off).

  • Page 102: Setting The Code 16K Bar Code

    Setting the Code 16K Bar Code Code 16K Checked Enable reading Code 16K bar codes. Unchecked* Disable reading Code 16K bar codes. Length Min Default = 1 The minimum number of characters in the scanned bar code. Length Max Default = 160 The maximum number of characters in the scanned bar code. Setting the Code 49 Bar Code Code 49 Checked*...

  • Page 103: Setting The Aztec Bar Code

    Setting the Aztec Bar Code Aztec Checked* Enable reading Aztec bar codes. Unchecked Disable reading Aztec bar codes. Length Min Default = 1 The minimum number of characters in the scanned bar code. Length Max Default = 3750 Aztec Rune Checked Enable Aztec Runes scanning.

  • Page 104: Setting The Data Matrix Bar Code

    Length Max Default = 3500 Setting the Data Matrix Bar Code Data Matrix Checked* Enable reading Data Matrix bar codes. Unchecked Disable reading Data Matrix bar codes. Length Min Default = 1 The minimum number of characters in the scanned bar code. Length Max Default = 1500 Setting the MaxiCode Bar Code...

  • Page 105: Setting The Postal Bar Codes

    Default = 150 The maximum number of characters in the scanned bar code. Setting the Postal Bar Codes Note: For best performance when reading postal bar codes, disable all other bar code symbologies and set the Image Contrast to the maximum of 7 (see “Imager Options, 2D Imager Only”...

  • Page 106: Setting The Code 32 Bar Code

    Checked Enable reading Australian Postal bar codes. Unchecked* Disable reading Australian Postal bar codes. Japan Post Checked Enable reading Japanese Postal bar codes. Unchecked* Disable reading Japanese Postal bar codes. China Post Checked Enable reading China Postal bar codes. Unchecked* Disable reading China Postal bar codes.

  • Page 107: Setting The Trioptic Bar Code

    Setting the Trioptic Bar Code Trioptic Checked Enable reading Trioptic bar codes. Unchecked* Disable reading Trioptic bar codes. Decoder Options The “Decoder Options” function allows the operator to add termination characters to the bar code as it’s read by the internal scanner. SEND BAR CODE TYPE ID: (ON/OFF) Sends a letter preceding the data, indicating the symbology type of the bar code.
  • Page 108 DUPLICATE READS ALLOWED (ON/OFF) ON*: Enable reading the same bar code multiple times. OFF: Disable reading the same bar code twice in a row. TERMINATION CHARACTER OVERRIDE (ON/OFF) Strips any termination character from the bar code that was scanned. OFF*: Does not strip any termination characters from the bar code.

  • Page 109: Laser / Ccd Setting

    The optional Termination Character is transmitted at the end of the data. None - None Tab - Horizontal Tab CR - Carriage Return (default) CRLF - Carriage Return & Line Feed Custom – User Defined Termination Character If the User Defined Termination Character is selected, then use the left 3and 4right arrow keys to select the custom character.

  • Page 110: Imager Options (2D Imager Only)

    The purpose of the laser aim is to be able to tell where the laser beam is pointing when scanning bar codes that are a long way away from the unit. The laser point helps to locate the beam before the laser starts rastering.

  • Page 111: Bar Code Edit Options

    that are a long way away from the unit. The Green LED box helps to locate the center of the Red LED beam when the Centering box below is checked. Once the Green LED beam turns off, the bar code will be scanned. LED Power Adjust the intensity of the LED light (in percent, 100 = 100%).
  • Page 112 Code Type Refers to the type of bar codes for which editing can be enabled, allowing editing to be specific to a type of bar code. The choices are listed below: All Barcodes* Code 39 EAN-13 Codabar MSI/Plessey Strip Leading Characters (0-9, A-F) Refers to the number (0-15) of characters to be stripped or removed from the beginning of the bar code data.

  • Page 113: Beep Options

    Beep Options The following settings determine what tone and duration the M71V2 beeper will perform after a good bar code scan. You must save the settings for them to take effect. Saving Bar Code Settings You must either save your setting or you can restore the default settings for all bar code options.

  • Page 114: Date/Time

    Date/Time The “Date/Time” function sets the M71V2 handheld terminal’s internal clock. These setting are saved even if the unit is powered off. You can hit the [ENTER] key to pop-up a calendar to make setting the date easier. You must “Save” the settings for them to take effect. Port Configuration The “Port Configuration”...
  • Page 115 Port: RS232 Printer Only Whenever the RS-232 port is selected, you must set up the port parameters. Baud: 115200 – 57600 – 38400 – 19200 – 9600 – 4800 – 2400 – 1200 - 300 Parity: None – Even – Odd - Mark Data Type: None,8,1 –...

  • Page 116: Startup Options

    Startup Options The “Startup Options” function allows the operator to setup various options used when the M71V2 is first powered on. Start Dir: This is the directory that the M71V2 terminal will use for any auto- start programs. Start Prog: This is the program the M71V2 will automatically start when the unit is powered on.

  • Page 117: Keyboard Options

    Enable Allows scanned data to be routed to the keyboard input buffer. Do Barcode Daemon: not disable this function if bar code scanning is required. Enable User Menu: With "Enable User Menu" set, the M71V2 will show a simplified Main Menu while requiring a password to enter an "Administrative Mode".

  • Page 118: Linux Prompt

    Linux Prompt The “Linux Prompt” function puts the M71V2 handheld terminal into its native Linux Operating System. Most of the Linux commands are available on the M71V2.

  • Page 119: Journaling File System

    Journaling File System The M71V2 Handheld terminal includes the capability to save programs and data. There is a special, non-volatile sub-directory to store user information. This sub-directory is jffs2 (lower case only) and can be accessed from the Linux prompt by typing “cd jffs2”. You can list the contents of this directory by typing “ls”...

  • Page 120: Tool/Utilitie

    Tools/Utilities The “Tools and Utilities” function includes the built-in Calculator and Basic interpreter functions. Calculator The M71V2 handheld terminal comes equipped with a powerful calculator utility which can be activated from the Tools/Utilities menu. The calculator can do simple mathematical functions by simply typing the data from the keypad. The calculator can do much more complicated math functions.

  • Page 121: Force Sleep Now

    Force Sleep Now The “Force Sleep Now” function puts the M71V2 handheld terminal in sleep mode. The red LED above the power key will flash to show the unit is still active but is currently in sleep mode. The Sleep Timer is now started. Press the red Power key to resume from sleep mode (unless “Wakeup on All Keys”...

  • Page 122: The M71V2 Expanded Memory Handheld Terminal

    Chapter The M71V2 Expanded Memory Handheld Terminal This chapter describes the advanced features of the M71V2 Handheld Terminal with the Expanded Memory module installed. The M71V2 was designed with expandability in mind. The heart of the M71V2 is a high speed processor and memory card.

  • Page 123: The M71V2 Memory Allocation

    Diagnostic Menu > Firmware Version You should now see a screen similar to the ones above. Note in the above examples, the standard memory version DOES NOT have a extension listed with the RAM DISK IMAGE version or the LINUX KERNEL version. The RAM DISK IMAGE for the standard memory version will not have a 32 listed in the file name.

  • Page 124: File Transfer Protocol (Ftp)

    File Transfer Protocol (FTP) The M71V2 Handheld Terminal includes a client side FTP program which makes it very easy to upload and download files and data. Almost any computer using almost any FTP program can send and receive files to and from the M71V2 using the radio link. The “host”...
  • Page 125 Once the operator hits [ENTER] from the welcome screen then the control menu for the links program is selected by hitting the [Esc] key. If the M71V2 terminal has connectivity to the internet, then the operator can type in any valid URL and the M71V2 will display the web page.
  • Page 126 By changing “User font size” and “Scale all images by (%)” you can get more information on one M71V2 display screen. The M71V2 Handheld Terminal can be setup to automatically start the links program and go directly to a predetermined website. This is done by using the M71V2 menu system and selecting “Local Settings >...

  • Page 127: Connect 3270 And 5250 Te Clients

    The M71V2 Expanded Memory version handheld terminal can run an optional 3270 or 5250 terminal emulation client from Connect Inc. The 3270 and 5250 TE clients are typically used with IBM AS/400 and IBM mainframe systems. This optional software allows the M71V2 handheld terminal to work just like a standard IBM workstation terminal but with a smaller display.

  • Page 128: Rfgen Application Development Software124

    Provides host-based 5250/3270 and VT100/220 wireless terminal support for: Stay-Linked ATSM (Advanced Terminal Session Management) features enable centralized support and development staff to: Monitor devices/view screens in real-time Send software updates to devices Send text messages to devices Troubleshoot with event logs/diagnostics Re-boot/re-start devices Take over sessions when devices fail Share sessions/collaborate with users...
  • Page 129 Index 5250 and 3270 terminal emulation, 28 Access Point, 26 Advanced Long Range laser, 7 Applications Menu, 27 Area Imager, 7 Auth setting, 36 Avg. Noise, 58 Avg. Signal, 58 Backlight on Boot, 57 Backlight Timer, 57 Bar Code Edit Options, 107 Battery Low, 65 Battery Status, 64 Broadcast Address, 32...
  • Page 130 Setting the UPC Barcode, 69, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88 SIM (Subscriber Identity Module), 17 simultaneous telnet, 40 Sleep mode, 116 Sleep Timer, 56 SSID, 33 standard laser, 6 Start Dir, 112 Start Param, 112 Start Prog, 112 Symbology Settings, 67, 82 Telnet, 27 Terminal Options, 43, 44, 52 Terminal Overview, 3...

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