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Intermec Technologies Corporation recommends that you only purchase Norand Mobile Systems Division certified modems. Intermec does not certify all modems available in the marketplace. Intermec does not warrant noncertified modems; furthermore, these modems may cause problems from electrostatic discharge and may not conform to FCC regulations.
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" " " " " " " " " SECTION 1 Overview SECTION 2 Using the Pen Computer for the First Time " " " " " " " " " ......... . .
Overview SECTION 1 Power LED HDD LED Battery LED Speaker PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
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SECTION 1 Pen Stylus " NOTE: Clean the tip of the pen stylus and wipe the screen with a soft lint– free cloth before use. If you use the pen on the screen while either is dirty, the display could become scratched or the pen might not move smoothly on the display surface.
Overview Side Views Floppy Drive/ Port Expander Pen Stylus Fan Vent PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide USB Connector Audio In/Out PC Card Slot Side Views SECTION 1 Power In PC Card Slot Ejector...
SECTION 1 Rear View External Video Connector Infrared Communications Port " NOTE: If the infrared communications port is dirty, wipe it with a dry, soft cloth. Communications errors may result if the port is used while it is dirty. IrDA Port Rear View PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
Using the Pen Computer for the First Time Connecting the AC Adapter B CAUTION: Always grasp the plug when plugging in or unplugging the power cord. " NOTE: Leave the pen computer on the AC Adapter for 4 hours minimum to fully charge the batteries on first use.
Using the Pen Computer for the First Time Pen Stylus Input Selecting an Item (pointing) Moving Items/Resizing Windows Inputting Text " NOTE: Because resistive film technology is used in the pen computers’ touch panel, the pen will not work properly if you place your hand on the screen while writing with the pen stylus.
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SECTION 2 Using the Pen Computer for the First Time Double–Tap Drag Pen Operation PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
Using the Pen Computer for the First Time Connect Devices PC Cards PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide Connecting Devices SECTION 2 Video Port USB Port Audio I/O Jack...
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SECTION 2 Using the Pen Computer for the First Time Using the External Floppy Drive/Port Expander Floppy Drive/Port Expander PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
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Using the Pen Computer for the First Time B CAUTION: Do not place the floppy disk drive unit on its side or upside down. B CAUTION: Do not press on the floppy disk drive unit; it may damage the drive or cause malfunction. B CAUTION: Do not place the AC adapter on top of the floppy disk drive unit;...
SECTION 2 Handling Floppy Disks " NOTE: Do not open the shutter and touch the disk inside, otherwise you will not be able to read or write data to the disk. " NOTE: Do not place floppy disks near magnetic or heat sources, or in direct sunlight or dusty environments.
Formatting a floppy destroys all current data on the disk " NOTE: Intermec Technologies recommends that you regularly back up the data on your hard disk drive. Windows operating system has a back- up function you can use to back up your data. See the online Help for details.
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Software Adjusting the Backlight and Checking the Remaining Battery Capacity " NOTE: The remaining battery capacity is not displayed if the AC adapter is connected. PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide SECTION 3...
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SECTION 3 Software " NOTE: The backlight brightness can be adjusted temporarily by sliding the arrow to maximum, but with the “Auto” box checked, the brightness is set according to remaining battery power. PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
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Software Checking the Version of the PEN*KEY Tool " " NOTE: The version of the PEN*KEY utility tool is displayed. This is not the version number of the PEN*KEY hardware. Exiting the PEN*KEY Tool 3-12 PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide SECTION 3...
" " " " " " " " " Battery Charge " NOTE: The internal battery is not removable. WARNING: Use of other AC adapters could result in fire or equipment damage. " " " " " " " " "...
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Battery Use SECTION 4 Charging Internal Battery Pack Charging the Internal Battery PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
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SECTION 4 Battery Use Attaching the Expansion Battery Pack " NOTE: To remove the expansion battery pack, simply reverse the installation procedure. PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
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Battery Use B CAUTION: If a battery pack is inserted incorrectly, damage to the battery pack or a fire could result. Slide Battery Connector Cover Open to the Right Set the Battery Locks as Shown PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide Attaching the Expansion Battery SECTION 4...
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SECTION 4 Drop the Battery into the Tabs, Slide it to the Right Lock the Battery, Setting the locks as Shown Attaching the Expansion Battery PEN*KEY Battery Use 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
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SECTION 4 " " " " NOTE: The remaining capacity that is displayed is based on the battery volt- age; some error in the reading might be present under certain condi- tions. The length of time a battery can power the system will also vary according to how the system is used and which applications are being run, so the indications of the remaining battery capacity should only be used as an approximation.
SECTION 4 Battery Use Charging and Operating Times B CAUTION: The lithium ion batteries used in these battery packs suffer a clear deterioration in performance if they are exposed to high temperatures for an extended period of time. These batteries should be stored in a cool, dry location.
Connecting Peripheral Equipment " NOTE: If external stereo speakers are connected to the pen computer, the audio is output from the right channel only. USB Connection Keyboard/Mouse B CAUTION: Do not connect or disconnect devices to the keyboard/mouse port while the 6642 is powered on. Doing so will cause improper operation.
SECTION 5 Connecting Peripheral Equipment SVGA Port Video Connector SVGA Connector " NOTE: We do not recommend that you select “monitor only” mode. Switching the Display PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
SECTION 5 Connecting Peripheral Equipment IrDA Communications IrDA Port Preparing the 6642 and the Target Device Settings for Infrared Communication PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
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Connecting Peripheral Equipment SECTION 5 Logical Port Disabling IR Communication Communication with a PC PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
SECTION 5 PC Card Slot " NOTE: Before inserting a PC card, observe proper orientation and refer to the manual that comes with the PC card. Insert the card with the manufacturer’s label facing up. Connecting Peripheral Equipment Inserting the PC Card PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide...
Connecting Peripheral Equipment Removing a PC Card " " " " " NOTE: For Network PC Cards, first disable the device under the Windows 95/98 Control Panel, otherwise this may cause system problems. 5-10 PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide Removing the PC Card SECTION 5...
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SECTION 5 Connecting Peripheral Equipment Modem RJ11 Connector Modem Connection " NOTE: This option is not available outside of North America. PEN*KEY 6642 Pen Computer User’s Guide 5-11...
Connecting Peripheral Equipment Connecting the Modem " NOTE: The built–in modem on the 6642 is designed only for regular analog telephone lines. The modem may be damaged when connected to a digital ISDN terminal or digital PBX. " NOTE: Before connecting to a PBX, consult the PBX maintenance staff or its service company.