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Point Mobile PM250 User Manual

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  • Page 1: Mobile Computer

    Mobile Computer ® with Windows CE 5.0 User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Getting Started

    Step 1. Install the Main Battery PM250 is shipped with the battery packaged separate from the unit. Follow the steps below to install the main battery.You will need to loosen the hand strap, remove the battery door, insert the battery, and replace the battery door.

  • Page 3: Step 2. Charge The Batteries

    Battery is full or fully charged Green LED On We recommend use of PM250 peripherals, power cables, and power adapters. Use of any non-PM250 peripherals, cables, or power adapters may cause damage not covered by the warranty. DO NOT attempt to charge damp/wet mobile computers or batteries. All components must be dry before connecting to an external power source Step 3.

  • Page 4: Command Bar Icons

    Desktop Note: You can access the Desktop any time by tapping the Change Views icon in the command bar and selecting Desktop on the popup menu. Tap to change views Command Bar Icons The command bar, located at the bottom of application screens, provides access to many system functions and programs.

  • Page 5: Using The Stylus

    Indicates the status of battery power. Double tap to open the Power control panel setting. When this icon shows a red power plug, it indicates the device is using external power. Displays the current time. Double tap to change the time and date. Indicates whether the keyboard is standard alpha (upper and lower case), all caps alpha, or in numeric mode.

  • Page 6: Selecting Programs

    Selecting Programs Tap Start > Programs. To open a program, tap the icon on the menu. Pop-Up Menus You can quickly choose an action for an item using the pop-up menus. 1. Tap and hold the stylus on the item name. The pop-up menu appears. 2.

  • Page 7: Terminal Hardware Overview

    Terminal Hardware Overview terminals include a number of standard terminal configurations as well as charging and communication peripherals and accessories to maximize the efficiency of your application setting. Standard Terminal Configurations There is standard configurations: WPAN/WLAN. • Microsoft Windows CE 5.0 •...

  • Page 8: Display Backlight

    Display Backlight The intensity of the backlight of the touch screen display may be changed and the backlight may be programmed to turn off after the terminal has been idle for a specified period of time. To adjust the intensity of the backlight while on battery power, tap Start > Settings > Control Panel > double tap Backlight.
  • Page 9 For maximum performance, recalibrate the screen. Tap Start > Settings > Control Panel > double tap Stylus > Calibration tab. Tap Recalibrate and follow the instructions on the screen.

  • Page 10: Back Panel Features

    The speaker meets the following SPL levels at 40cm: • 500Hz–67db • 1KHz–72db • 4KHz–72db Stylus PM250 terminals ship with a stylus inserted in a loop on the hand strap. Store the stylus in the hand strap when you’re not using it.

  • Page 11: Left Side Panel Features

    Left Side Panel Features Side Button Micro SD Slot Side Button There is a button like this on both side panels. You can use the Programs Buttons option in the Control Panel to change the functionality of the scan buttons. Side Door The rubber door on the left side panel provides access to the Micro SD slot.

  • Page 12: Right Side Panel Features

    Headset Right Side Panel Features Side Button JackS Headset Jack The rubber door on the right side panel provides access to the headset jack. This is a 2.5mm audio jack that supports a headset with a mono speaker and microphone. When closed, the side door seals the terminal from moisture and particle intrusion thus preserving the terminal’s environmental rating.

  • Page 13: Bottom Panel Features

    Bottom Panel Features DC Power Jack The DC power jack receives external power from the PM250 power cable that comes in the box with the terminal. When connected to the power cable, the terminal is powered and the main battery pack is charging.

  • Page 14: Battery Power

    Both batteries must be charged to full capacity before using the for the first time! Charge the main battery pack with the PM250 charging cable for a minimum of 4 or 6 hours depending on your battery before initial use.

  • Page 15: Managing Main Battery Power

    When you remove a battery pack, insert another charged battery pack in the PM250. If the main battery pack is low, insert the terminal into a charging peripheral to power the terminal and begin recharging the battery.

  • Page 16: Internal Backup Battery

    • Excessive discharge damages a battery. Recharge the battery when your terminal indicates low battery power. • If you observe that the PM250 battery supplied is physically damaged in some way, send it to PointMobile or an authorized service center for inspection.

  • Page 17: Resetting The Terminal

    If the terminal does not wake when you press the Power button, the main battery might be too low to resume operation. To check, remove the battery and install a fully charged battery or connect the terminal to a PM250 charging peripheral. Changing the Memory Allocation...

  • Page 18: Technical Specifications

    1. Tap Start > Settings > Control Panel > System > Memory tab. 2. Move the slider to adjust the memory allocation and tap OK. The changes take effect immediately. Care and Cleaning of the Terminal When needed, clean the image engine window and the LCD display with a clean, non-abrasive, lint-free cloth.
  • Page 19 Expected Hours of 8+ hours (with scan and continuously transmitting)* Operation Charging 5V/3A input through bottom access or USB/Serial connector Expected Charge Time Standard Capacity: 2200mAh - four hours Extended Capacity: 3300mAh - six hours AC wall adapter and Charger )/Communication Cable Charging Peripherals HomeBase–single-bay terminal charge Quad Charger–four-slot battery pack charger (DSA-0421S-03 1)

  • Page 20: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard Overview The numeric keyboard is as follows: Navigation keys Power key Software Reset key Navigation Keys Located in the center of the keyboard for easy access with either hand, the navigation keys enable you to move the cursor up and down lines and from character to character.

  • Page 21: Basic Keys

    Basic Keys Name Function ALPHA Toggles the keyboard between alpha (upper and lowercase) and numeric modes. Indicator changes accordingly on the command bar. Backspace Backspace moves the cursor back one space. If you are typing text, a character is deleted each time you press the backspace key.

  • Page 22: Function Key Combinations

    Note that when typing in alpha mode, you must use the same multi-press method you would use when typing letters on a phone keypad. Each key press types the next letter in the sequence as displayed by the alpha indicator. Function Key Combinations The Function key (FUNC) modifies the next key pressed to perform specific functions.

  • Page 23: Ctrl Key Combinations

    CTRL Key Combinations The Control key (CTRL) modifies the next key pressed to type specific characters. Key Combination Function CTRL + 1 CTRL + 2 CTRL + 3 CTRL + 4 CTRL + 5 CTRL + 6 CTRL + 7 &...

  • Page 24: Supported Bar Code Symbologies

    Supported Bar Code Symbologies Symbology Type Symbology Name 1D Symbologies Codabar Interleaved 2 or 5 Code 3 of 9 Matrix 2 of 5 Code 11 Plessey Code 32 Pharmaceutical (PARAF) PosiCode Code 93 Straight 2 of 5 IATA Code 128 Straight 2 of 5 Industrial EAN with Add-On Telepen...

  • Page 25: Activating The Engine

    To Decode a Bar Code 1. Tap Start > Programs > Demos > Scan Demo. 2. Position the PM250 terminal over one of the sample bar codes A range of 4–10 inches (10–25 cm) from the bar code is recommended.

  • Page 26: Sample Bar Codes

    Sample Bar Codes You can use the following bar codes to verify decoding: Sample PDF417 (2D)_Option Sample 128 Code 128 PDF417 Test Message (2D)_ Option Omni-Directional Scanning Positions The high-vis aiming pattern frames the bar code to provide you with the best scanning performance. Note: To achieve the best read, the aiming beam should be centered horizontally across the bar code.

  • Page 27: Communication Options

    Communication Communication Options terminals offer communication options including Microsoft ActiveSync I/O Connector (Wired Communication) The mechanical connector on the bottom panel or using a Cradle of POM250...

  • Page 28: Connecting The Usb Cable

    When communicating via ActiveSync, your terminal is designed to be connected to the host workstation with a communication peripheral. We recommend use of peripherals, power cables, and power adapters. Use of any non- PM250 peripherals, cables, or power adapters may cause damage not covered by the warranty.
  • Page 29 Hardware Requirements for Setup • communication peripheral • power cable • USB Cable (for USB communication) • ActiveSync v4.1 or higher installed on the host workstation • Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows NT (4.0 SP6 or higher) or Windows XP computer.

  • Page 30: Synchronizing With The Host Workstation

    Synchronizing with the Host Workstation After setup, synchronization begins automatically whenever the terminal’s mechanical connector connects to a PM250 peripheral that is connected to a host workstation with ActiveSync installed. Exploring the Terminal from the Workstation When the terminal and desktop computer are connected, open the main ActiveSync window (on the...

  • Page 31: Adding Programs Via Activesync

    The Mobile Device folder opens in Windows Explorer. The terminal is now treated as a mass storage device, and transferring files is as simple as dragging and dropping or copying and pasting as you would for moving files between folders on your hard drive.

  • Page 32: Wireless Radios

    If the File is Not an Installer Some programs cannot be installed on workstations because they are designed exclusively for Windows CE devices. In these cases, the appropriate files must be stored on the host workstation and transferred to the terminal via ActiveSync Explore. Note: You know that the program is not an installer because an error message stating that the program is valid but designed for a different type of computer appears when you try to install the program on the workstation .

  • Page 33: Battery Charging

    The terminal senses when a battery pack is fully charged and automatically switches to a trickle charge that maintains the battery at full capacity. As a result, PM250 terminals may be stored in the base indefinitely without damage to the terminals, battery packs, or peripherals.

  • Page 34: Convenient Storage

    The power cable that ships with each terminal also powers the base. We recommend use of PM250 peripherals, power cables, and power adapters. Use of any non- PM250 peripherals, cables, or power adapters may cause damage not covered by the warranty.

  • Page 35: Back Panel

    Back Panel DC Power Jack Connect the power cable to this power jack USB Port The USB port is full-speed (v1.1). Using the USB cable, you can connect the base to a USB- compliant device to facilitate USB communication to and from the terminal. USB communication occurs through Microsoft ActiveSync (v.4.1 or higher).
  • Page 36 Powering the Device The terminal requires 5 volts DC input for communication and battery charging; the power adapter on the power cable converts the voltage from the power source to 5 volts DC. Only power adapter cables from convert the voltage appropriately. Plug Adapter The same power cable that ships with each terminal can be used to power the base.

  • Page 37: Charging The Main Battery

    Charging the Main Battery The base powers the terminal and fully charges its main battery pack in 4 or 6 hours depending on the battery. As battery packs charge, the charging circuitry follows the two- step charging process (CC-CV) that is recommended for Li-Ion batteries.

  • Page 38: Charging A Spare Battery

    Charging a Spare Battery The base can also charge a second battery while the terminal is positioned in the base. The second battery can be inserted in the battery charging well in back of the terminal connection. Place the battery in the well with the label facing up and toward the back of the unit.
  • Page 39 Technical Specifications Structural Dimensions 5.3 in. high X 4.5 in. wide X 3.1 in. deep (13.5 cm. X 11.4 cm. X 7.9 cm.) Weight - 11.0 oz. (313g) Material Polycarbonate Color Black Environmental Operating Temperature 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C) Storage Temperature -4°...

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