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Honeywell MX8 User Manual

Honeywell MX8 User Manual

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MX8
Hand-Held Computer
Microsoft® Windows® Mobile 6.1 Operating System
User's Guide

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  • Page 1 Hand-Held Computer Microsoft® Windows® Mobile 6.1 Operating System User's Guide...

  • Page 2: Limited Warranty

    Disclaimer Honeywell International Inc. (“HII”) 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 HII to determine whether any such changes have been made. The information in this publication does not represent a commitment on the part of HII.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    I/O Port and Cables Scanner / Imager Aperture Handle Handstrap Keypads 32 Key Triple-Tap Keypad 32 Key Alpha-Mode Keypad Chapter 2: Set Up A New MX8 Hardware Setup Software Setup Battery Connect or Remove the Battery Pack Insert/Replace Battery Remove Battery...
  • Page 4 2-22 Startup Help 2-23 Continuous Scan Mode 2-23 Chapter 3: Connecting Cables to the MX8 Connecting the USB Client and Power Cable Connecting the Serial and Power Cable Connecting an External Power Supply Connecting the Headset Cable Adjust Headset / Microphone and Secure Cable...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction

    The MX8 is powered by a 3000 mAh Lithium-Ion main battery pack and an internal Ni-MH backup battery. About this Guide This MX8 User's Guide provides instruction for the end-user or system administrator to follow when setting up a new MX8. This user's guide has been developed for a MX8 with a Microsoft® Windows® Mobile® 6.1 operating system.

  • Page 6: Laser Warnings And Labels

    Do not stare directly into the laser beam. Do not remove the laser caution labels from the MX8. Do not connect the laser bar code aperture to any other device. The laser bar code aperture is certified for use with the MX8 only.

  • Page 7: Components

    Components Front 1. Scanner/Imager Aperture 2. Speaker 3. System Status LED 4. Scan Button 5. Orange Key (Sticky Key) 6. Blue Key (Sticky Key) 7. Scan Status LED 8. Cable Port 9. On / Off Button 10. Alpha Lock LED...

  • Page 8: Back

    Back 1. Scanner/Imager Aperture 2. Trigger Handle Attach Points Handstrap Retainer Bracket Attach Points 3. Main Battery 4. Battery Fastener 5. Cable Port Note: The touch screen stylus can be tethered to the handstrap or the trigger handle. I/O Port and Cables I/O Port...
  • Page 9 Cable: Multipurpose RS-232 and Power MX8055CABLE Cable: Multipurpose USB and Power MX8051CABLE Adapter/Cable : Audio MX8060CABLE AC/DC Adapter for MX8 and MX8 Cradles MX8301PWRSPLY (US) MX8302PWRSPLY (WW)

  • Page 10: Scanner / Imager Aperture

    Scanner / Imager Aperture Caution: Never stare directly into the beam aperture. If Continuous Scan Mode has been enabled (default is disabled), the laser is always on and decoding. Caution: Laser beam is emitted continuously. Do not stare into the laser beam. Handle 1.

  • Page 11: Keypads

    Keypads 32 Key Triple-Tap Keypad 1. System Status 2. Scan Button 3. Enter Button 4. On / Off Button 5. Scan Status LED 6. Speaker 7. Alpha Status LED 8. Diamond Keys 9. Orange Key (Sticky) 10. Blue Key (Sticky)

  • Page 12: 32 Key Alpha-Mode Keypad

    32 Key Alpha-Mode Keypad 1. System Status 2. Scan button 3. Enter Button 4. On / Off Button 5. Scan Status LED 6. Speaker 7. Alpha Status LED 8. Diamond Keys 9. Orange Key (Sticky) 10. Blue Key (Sticky)

  • Page 13: Chapter 2: Set Up A New Mx8

    Chapter 2: Set Up A New MX8 This page lists a quick outline of the steps you might take when setting up a new MX8. More instruction for each step is listed later in this guide. Please refer to the MX8 for Windows Mobile Reference Guide for additional information and instruction.

  • Page 14: Battery

    MX8. An MX8 will retain data, while the main battery is removed and replaced with a fully charged main battery, for 5 minutes. Important: When the internal battery power is Low or Very Low connect the AC adapter to the MX8 before replacing the main battery.

  • Page 15: Remove Battery

    Hotswap the Main Battery Place the MX8 in Suspend Mode. Honeywell recommends any work in progress be saved prior to replacing the battery pack. Simply replace the discharged battery with a fully-charged battery. An MX8, with a fully charged internal battery, will retain data...

  • Page 16: Charge Or Recharge The Main Battery

    The MX8 Battery Charger is designed for an indoor, protected environment. New batteries must be fully charged prior to use. The main battery can be recharged in an AC powered Battery Charger after the battery has been removed from the MX8 or its packing material when new.

  • Page 17: Backlights And Indicators

    Backlights and Indicators Status LEDs The MX8 System Status LED is located at the top left of the keypad, above the Scan button. The Alpha Mode LED is located at the top right of the keypad, above the Scan button.

  • Page 18: Toggle Vibrate Indicator

    Toggle Vibrate Indicator The MX8 vibration motor is activated when a scan is completed successfully (good scan vibration) or with a failure (scan key released before good scan, timeout, or rejected because of Data Options configuration). The vibrations can be detected under the handstrap or through the trigger handle.

  • Page 19: Touchscreen

    Contact your representative about protective film packs designed specifically for your MX8 touchscreen. Calibrating the Touchscreen If the touchscreen is not responding to any touch, Press Ctrl + Blue + Alt to force the Start Menu to appear.

  • Page 20: Using The Input Panel / Virtual Keyboard

    Using the Input Panel / Virtual Keyboard The virtual keyboard is always available when needed e.g. text entry. Place the cursor in the text entry field and, using the stylus: Tap the Shift key to type one capital letter. Tap the CAPS key to type all capital letters. Tap the áü...

  • Page 21: Tapping The Touchscreen With A Stylus

    Tapping the Touchscreen with a Stylus Note: Always use the point of the stylus for tapping or making strokes on the touch screen. Never use an actual pen, pencil, or sharp/abrasive object to write on the touch screen. Hold the stylus as if it were a pen or pencil. Touch an element on the screen with the tip of the stylus then remove the stylus from the screen.

  • Page 22: Device Unlocked / Device Locked

    When the MX8 is locked, the Today screen displays Device locked by default. Click Unlock at the lower part of the screen: If there is no password or PIN set, click Unlock on the next screen to unlock the MX8. The MX8 is returned to normal operation.

  • Page 23: Set Time Zone

    Set Time Zone Note: The first time it is powered up, or the device returns from a Clean Boot, the MX8 may reset the Time to the factory default value. To set the Time Zone, tap the Date/Time on the Today screen or tap Start | Settings | System | Clock and Alarms icon.

  • Page 24: Set Power Timers

    Set Power Timers Tap Start | Settings | System | Power | Advanced tab. Adjust the timer values and tap OK. When the timer expires, the MX8 enters Suspend Mode. 2-12...

  • Page 25: Adjust Sounds And Notifications

    An application may override the control of the speaker volume. Turning off sounds saves power and prolongs battery life. The speaker is located on the front of the device above the MX8 logo. The audio volume can be adjusted to a comfortable level for the listener. Operational tones are emitted from the speaker.

  • Page 26: Setup Terminal Emulation Parameters

    Setup Terminal Emulation Parameters Before you make a host connection, you will, at a minimum, need to know: the alias name or IP address (Host Address) and the port number (Telnet Port) of the host system to properly set up your host session. 1.

  • Page 27: Using The Applock Switchpad

    Click the switchpad icon in the taskbar. A checkmark on the switchpad menu indicates applications currently active or available for Launching by the MX8 user. When Keyboard, on the Switchpad Menu, is selected, the default input method (Input Panel, Transcriber, or custom input method) is activated.

  • Page 28: Connecting Bluetooth Devices

    The system administrator has also assigned a Computer Friendly Name using LXEZ Pairing for the MX8. To connect Bluetooth devices, the MX8 should be as close as possible and in direct line of sight (distances up to 32.8 feet or 10 meters) with the targeted Bluetooth device during the discovery and pairing process.

  • Page 29: Reboot Sequences

    (on the trigger handle), or tapping the touchscreen, returns the MX8 from Suspend. The System LED blinks green when the video display is Off. Hold down the Power key and then the Enter key until the screen blanks. Release the keys and the MX8 resumes. Warmboot Select Start >...

  • Page 30: Attaching The Handstrap

    Attaching the Handstrap Note: Either the trigger handle is attached to the MX8 or the handstrap is attached, not both. In the absence of a trigger handle, the handstrap should be used at all times. The handstrap is pre-installed on a MX8 that is purchased without a trigger handle.

  • Page 31: Attaching The Trigger Handle

    Equipment needed: Torque wrench capable of torquing to 3±1 in/lb (.34±.11 N/m). Either the trigger handle or the handstrap is attached, not both. Honeywell recommends that, in the absence of a trigger handle, the handstrap be used at all times.

  • Page 32: Assemble The Carry Case

    The voice case does not require the clear plastic protector. 5. Slide the MX8 into the case, making sure the touchscreen and keypad (including the Scan LED) are visible and accessible through the front openings of the case.

  • Page 33: Assemble The Voice Case

    5. Slip the MX8 into the voice case, with the keypad and touchscreen facing the front of the case. The audio cable should be exiting the side opening at the left side of the case. If it is not, remove the MX8 from the voice case, turn it around and insert into the voice case again.

  • Page 34: Cleaning The Touchscreen And Scanner Aperture

    Cleaning the Touchscreen and Scanner Aperture Note: These instructions are for components made of glass. If there is a removable protective film sheet on the display, remove the film sheet before cleaning the screen. Keep fingers and rough or sharp objects away from the bar code reader scanning aperture and the mobile device touchscreen. If the glass becomes soiled or smudged, clean only with a standard household cleaner such as Windex®...

  • Page 35: Startup Help

    Can’t change the date/time or AppLock is installed and may be running in User Mode on the MX8. AppLock user mode adjust the volume. restricts access to the control panels. See Also: "Calibrating the Touchscreen" when the touchscreen needs recalibration,...
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  • Page 37: Chapter 3: Connecting Cables To The Mx8

    1. Holding the cable I/O connector, pinch the catch release buttons in until the catches are open. Connect the cable to the MX8 I/O port by matching the shape of the I/O connector on the cable with the shape of the I/O connector at the base of the MX8.

  • Page 38: Connecting The Serial And Power Cable

    1. Holding the cable I/O connector, squeeze the catch release buttons in until the catches are open. Connect the cable to the MX8 I/O port by matching the shape of the I/O connector on the cable with the shape of the I/O connector at the base of the MX8.

  • Page 39: Connecting An External Power Supply

    LED on the power adapter illuminates green. 3. Squeeze the catches of the I/O connector and push the cable connector into the MX8 I/O port until it clicks. The click means the connector is seated firmly.

  • Page 40: Connecting The Headset Cable

    3. Connects to voice cable end of voice cable MX8 Voice Cable Connect the MX8 voice cable I/O connector to the I/O port on the MX8. The MX8 internal microphone and speaker are automatically disabled. Slide the voice cable ends together until they click shut. Do not twist or bend the connectors.

  • Page 41: Adjust Headset / Microphone And Secure Cable

    The headset consists of an earpiece, a microphone, a clothing clip and a cable. The headset attaches to the audio cable end of the voice cable which attaches to the MX8. Align the audio connector and the headset quick connect cable end. Firmly push the cable ends together until they click and lock in place.

  • Page 43: Chapter 4: Product Agency Compliance - Mx8

    Li-Ion Battery When disposing of the MX8 main battery, the following precautions should be observed: The battery should be disposed of properly. The battery should not be disassembled or crushed. The battery should not be heated above 212°F (100°C) or incinerated.
  • Page 44 Rate (SAR) limits. Highest reported SAR for the MX8 is 0.125W/kg on body. Any accessories not provided by Honeywell should not be used with this device. This device must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

  • Page 45: Laser Light Safety Statement

    Laser Light Safety Statement Warning: This product uses laser light. One of the following labels is provided on the scanner. Please read the Caution statement. (US) Mise én garde: Ce produit utilise un rayon laser. L’une des étiquettes suivantes est apposée sur le scanneur. Veuillez lire l’avertissement qu’elle contient.

  • Page 47: Chapter 5: Technical Assistance

    Product Service and Repair: www.honeywellaidc.com Honeywell International Inc. provides service for all of its products through service centers throughout the world. To obtain warranty or non-warranty service, please visit www.honeywellaidc.com and select Support > Contact Service and Repair to see your region’s instructions on how to obtain a Return Material Authorization number (RMA #). You should do this prior to returning the product.
  • Page 48 Honeywell Scanning & Mobility 9680 Old Bailes Road Fort Mill, SC 29707 www.honeywellaidc.com E-EQ-MX8WMOGWW Rev G 4/12...

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