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LXE MX5 User Manual

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MX5 User's Guide
(For Microsoft Windows Pocket PC Equipped MX5's)
IMPORTANT NOTICE
LXE's MX5 running Pocket PC 2000/2002 is obsolete.
This electronic LXEbook has been made available as a courtesy to LXE's
customers. Please contact your LXE customer support representative for
assistance and mobile device replacement.
Copyright © 2005 by LXE Inc.
All Rights Reserved
E-EB-MX5UG-F-ARC
Notices
Warning: Standard MX5 units are not approved for Hazardous Location use. The
unit described in this user guide is a "standard" MX5 unit.
LXE Inc. reserves the right to make improvements or changes in the products
described in this manual at any time without notice. While reasonable efforts
have been made in the preparation of this document to assure its accuracy, LXE
assumes no liability resulting from any errors or omissions in this document, or
from the use of the information contained herein. Further, LXE Incorporated,
reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes to it from time
to time without any obligation to notify any person or organization of such
revision or changes.
Copyright:
This manual is copyrighted. All rights are reserved. This document may not, in whole or in
part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated or reduced to any electronic medium
or machine-readable form without prior consent, in writing, from LXE Inc.

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  • Page 1 MX5 User’s Guide (For Microsoft Windows Pocket PC Equipped MX5’s) IMPORTANT NOTICE LXE’s MX5 running Pocket PC 2000/2002 is obsolete. This electronic LXEbook has been made available as a courtesy to LXE's customers. Please contact your LXE customer support representative for assistance and mobile device replacement.
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2005 by LXE Inc. An EMS Technologies Company. 125 Technology Parkway, Norcross, GA 30092 U.S.A. (770) 447-4224 Trademarks: LXE® and Spire® are registered trademarks of LXE Inc. Microsoft®, ActiveSync®, MSN, Outlook®, Windows®, the Windows logo, and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Pocket PC Versions 5 Identify Your Device Laser Warnings and Labels Important Battery Information 7 MX5 Environmental Specifications Quick Start 9 Troubleshooting Accessing Files on a CompactFlash Card 9 About Lithium-Ion Batteries How To ..Insert Main Battery 10 Using the Power Key Reboot Sequence Warm Reset...
  • Page 4 Virtual Keyboard Touch Screen Display Display Backlight Touch Screen Calibration Cleaning the Glass Display/Scanner Aperture Programmable Buttons Program the Scan Buttons 21 COM Ports 22 Tethered Scanners and the MX5 USB Port IR Port The Keypad Mode Key Functions External Power Supply for MX5 and Cradles Batteries Main Battery Backup Battery...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction The MX5 is a rugged, portable, hand-held computer that uses Microsoft® Windows® for Pocket PC 2000 or Pocket PC 2002 software. The MX5 can transmit information using a 2.4 GHz radio (with an internally mounted antenna) and it can store information for later transmission through an RS-232, InfraRed or communication port.

  • Page 6: Identify Your Device

    If there is no distinction between Pocket PC 2000 and Pocket PC 2002, the instruction or information is the same for both versions. Identify Your Device At the front bottom of the MX5 is a label indicating the operating system resident on the mobile device.

  • Page 7: Laser Warnings And Labels

    Laser Warnings and Labels Do not look into the laser’s lens. • Do not stare directly into the laser beam. • Do not remove the laser caution labels from the MX5. • Do not connect the laser barcode window to any other device. The laser •...

  • Page 8: Mx5 Environmental Specifications

    Note: Until the Main Battery and Backup Battery are completely depleted, the MX5 is always drawing power from the batteries (On). MX5 Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature Extended Op Temperature Storage Temperature Rating Operating Humidity Vibration Shock Note: If the MX5 has a dead Main Battery and is as cold as the extended operating temperature’s lowest value, the unit must be warmed to above –20°C (-4°F) before installing a new Main Battery pack and the system powered on.

  • Page 9: Quick Start

    MX5, and then referring to it when you need more information about a particular subject. This guide takes you through an introduction to and operation of the LXE MX5. In general, the sequence of events is: 1. Insert a fully charged battery. (Always put a fully charged battery in the MX5 at the beginning of the shift or workday.)

  • Page 10: How To

    The following chart is an approximation. Actual battery capacity will vary based on usage, ambient temperature and peripherals drawing power from the MX5: 100% capacity 2800 mAh minimum 80% capacity 2240 mAh minimum Deciding when to put a fully charged Main Battery pack in the MX5 is difficult to quantify because it is very application specific.

  • Page 11: Using The Power Key

    If the MX5 has a dead main battery and is as cold as the extended operating temperature’s lowest value, the unit must be warmed to above –20°C (-4°F) before installing a new main battery pack and pressing the On button. Using the Power Key Note: Refer to the section titled "Power Modes"...

  • Page 12: Connect External Power Supply (Optional)

    Note: When performing a Cold Reset on a device, the system will ask if you want to overwrite files –LXE recommends selecting “No” and continuing with the Cold Reset process. Connect External Power Supply (Optional) The MX5 receives AC/DC power from the US AC/DC 12V Power Supply or the MX5 Cradle.

  • Page 13: Install Handstrap

    The trigger handle is a mechanical device. Battery or external A/C power is not required for operation of the trigger handle. The trigger handle does not need to be removed when replacing the Main Battery pack. Either the trigger handle is attached to the MX5 or the handstrap is attached, not both.

  • Page 14: Tap The Touchscreen With A Stylus

    6. After securing the bottom of the strap to the MX5, loosen the closed loop fastener strap and then secure the upper bracket to the unit with a screw. Removal 1. Separate the closed loop fastener tabs and loosen the strap through the upper bracket.

  • Page 15: Toggle The Display And Keypad Backlight On And Off

    dialog. Press Orange then press numeric dot to delete the currently highlighted • file(name). Or, tap and hold the stylus on the filename and a menu box with a Delete option appears. Toggle the Display and Keypad Backlight On and Off When the keypad backlight option is Enabled in Windows icon | Settings | System | Backlight tab, both the display and the keypad backlights can be toggled on and off.

  • Page 16: Set The Power Off Timer

    time-out expires. A keypress, stylus tap, key sequence toggle or Suspend / Resume cycle will all turn the backlights on after a time-out. Keypad backlight enable/disable When set to enable, the keypad backlight turns on and off in tandem with the display backlight.

  • Page 17: Using The Keypad

    Pocket PC 2002 The volume is adjusted using Windows icon | Settings | Personal tab | Sounds & Notifications icon then select the Notifications tab. Using the Keypad Note: “Enable sounds for” must be enabled before the following key sequences will adjust the volume.

  • Page 18: Entering Data

    Entering Data You can enter data into the MX5 through several different methods. The Scanner aperture provides barcode data entry, the RS-232 or the IR port are used to input/output data, and the keypad provides manual entry. MX5's with a touch screen and Microsoft Pocket PC software can use a stylus to input data, the COM ports and/or the keypad.

  • Page 19: Scanner Entry

    Touch the stylus to the field of the data entry form to receive the next data • feed. The cursor begins to flash in the field. • The unit is ready to accept data from either the physical keypad, virtual •...

  • Page 20: Virtual Keyboard

    Virtual Keyboard The virtual keyboard is always available. Tap the keyboard icon at the bottom of the screen to put the virtual keyboard on the display. Using the stylus: Tap the 123 key to display either an alphanumeric keyboard or a numeric •...

  • Page 21: Cleaning The Glass Display/Scanner Aperture

    Pressing this key moves the cursor to the next input field. Field Exit IBM 5250/TN5250 units only. Pressing this key exits an input field. See the following section titled "Field Exit Key Function." Pressing this key cancels the current operation.

  • Page 22: Com Ports

    COM Ports The MX5 supports three COM port options. COM 1 port is always the left RS-232 port on the base of the MX5. COM 1 port accepts RS-232, USB and AC power connectors. The RS-232 port on the docking cradle is “connected” to the MX5 when a tethered scanner is connected to the RS-232 port on the MX5 cradle, and the MX5 is in the cradle.

  • Page 23: Ir Port

    configuration. Refer to section titled "Accessories" in this manual for part numbers for the DB26-USB cable and the null modem cable. IR Port The InfraRed (IR) port provides a means of transferring information to a device with a similar port and the proper software. The IR port can be used to communicate with printers or a host computer with the use of an adapter.

  • Page 24: Mode Key Functions

    Field Exit Function IBM TN5250 specific keypad only. a Field Exit key. The Field Exit key is used to exit an input field. If the field is an Auto Enter field, the auto transmit function is activated. Refer to the “Programmable Buttons”...

  • Page 25: External Power Supply For Mx5 And Cradles

    A Capital A is displayed in the taskbar when the device is in CapsLock mode or the Caps Key has been pressed and the next key (to be capitalized) has not been pressed. External Power Supply for MX5 and Cradles The MX5 DC adapter can be plugged into either of the D26 pin connectors on the bottom of the MX5.

  • Page 26: Battery Hot-Swapping

    removed or has failed. The backup battery requires no user intervention. Replacement is performed by LXE. LXE recommends an MX5 in storage have a charged main battery pack installed. Note: This mobile device's backup battery maintains it’s charge by drawing power from the main battery pack.

  • Page 27: Battery Chargers

    Critically Low Battery Chargers Charge Battery in LXE Multi-Charger The main battery can be charged in the LXE Multi-Charger. The Multi-charger must be used in Hazardous Locations. Insert the main battery into any charging cup in the Multi-Charger. The narrow end goes into the charging cup first.

  • Page 28: Getting Help

    Note: LXE offers a device similar in appearance to the MX5 Pocket PC device – the LXE MX5 CE. NET device. All MX5 cradles can be used by the MX5s. The Enhanced Desktop Cradle with Ethernet Port, developed specifically for the MX5 CE. NET device, cannot be used by the MX5 PC 2002.

  • Page 29: Accessories

    You can also get help from LXE by calling the telephone numbers listed on the LXE Manuals CD, in the file titled "Contacting LXE". This information is also available on the LXE website www.lxe.com. Explanations of terms and acronyms used in this manual are located in the file titled "LXE Technical Glossary"...
  • Page 30 Power Supply, 12V Auto to VM Cradle (EU) - Power Supply, 24V - 72V, Bare Wire Input, MX5 Output - Cables for Cradle and MX5/MX5 Serial Ports Cable, MX5 to PC RS-232, D26 to DA9F - Cable, MX5 to PC USB, D26 to USB - Cable, MX5 D26 to Ethernet RJ45, MX5 CE - Cable, MX5 D26 to USB Host Receptacle, MX5 CE - Tethered Scanners (requires 3”...

  • Page 31: Keypad

    Keypad Remember : The Orange (on the left) and Blue (on the right) keys are “2 Ctrl, Alt, Shft, Blue and Orange keys are “sticky keys”. They do not need to be held down before pressing the next (or desired) key. It is valid to use combined modifiers on specific keys.
  • Page 32 To Get This Press These Keys and Then … Blue Key / Function Orange Mode Shift Ctrl Scan * Both Scan keys are programmable. Before using as a Scan key, make sure key has been programmed to Scan. See section titled “Programmable Buttons.”. To Get This Press These Keys and Then …...
  • Page 33 To Get This Press These Keys and Then … Blue Key / Function Blue Blue Blue Blue Blue Blue Blue Blue Blue Blue Press This Key Orange Shft Orange Orange Orange Orange Orange Orange Orange Orange Orange Shft Orange Shft Orange Shft Orange...
  • Page 34 To Get This Press These Keys and Then … Blue Key / Function Press This Key Orange Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft...
  • Page 35 To Get This Press These Keys and Then … Blue Key / Function . (DOT) < Blue Blue Blue > Blue Blue Blue Blue Blue Blue Blue : (colon) ; (semicolon) . (period) _ (underscore) , (comma) ‘ (apostrophe) ~ (tilde) “...
  • Page 36 To Get This Press These Keys and Then … Blue Key / Function & Press This Key Orange Shft Orange Orange Orange Orange Orange Orange...

  • Page 37: Industry Canada

    Appendix B Regulatory Notices and Safety FCC Information: Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential environment.
  • Page 38 appareils numeriques de le Class B préscrites dans le Reglement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édits par le ministere des Communications du Canada. RF Safety Notice Caution This device is intended to transmit RF energy. In accordance with FCC and Industry Canada radio-frequency safety regulations, when operating this device with the Hip-Flip accessory, it should be used in accordance with the user's instructions.
  • Page 39 Permitted for use in: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Ireland, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom MX5 Computer Approvals: EMI / EMC Standards FCC Part 15 Subpart B, Class B EN 55022:1998, (CISPR 22:1997) Class B EN 55024:1998...
  • Page 40 Transceiver 6726 (LXE Model No.) 6816 (LXE Model No.) 2.4GHz Type II PCMCIA Card Note: Declarations of Conformity for the PCMCIA Radio Transceivers and MX5 equipment (noted in these tables) are available for online viewing and printing in the MX5 User’s Guide on the LXE Manuals CD and on the LXE Website ( www.lxe.com / ServicePass ) Important: This symbol is placed on the product to remind users to...

  • Page 41: Laser Light Safety Statement

    A/C Power Supply Safety Statement – MX5 Output Rated 12 VDC, 3.75 A. Optional A/C Power Supply: Outside North America, this unit is intended for use with an IEC certified ITE power supply with output rated as stated at the top of this page.

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