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CipherLab 8400 Reference Manual

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  • Page 1 8400 Series Mobile Computer 8400/8470 Version 0.04...
  • Page 2 Due to continued product development this information may change without notice. The information and intellectual property contained herein is confidential between CIPHERLAB and the client and remains the exclusive property of CIPHERLAB CO., LTD. If you find any problems in the documentation, please report them to us in writing.

  • Page 3: For Canada

    IMPORTANT NOTICES FOR USA 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 in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

  • Page 4: For Product With Laser

    DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. The use of any batteries or charging devices, which are not originally sold or manufactured by CipherLab, will void your warranty and may cause damage to human body or the product itself.

  • Page 5: Release Notes

    RELEASE NOTES Version Date Notes Changes in response to comments on version 0.03 0.04 Feb. 06, 2009 0.03 Feb. 04, 2009 Changes in response to comments on version 0.01 0.02 Feb. 04, 2009 Modified: 1.3.1 29-Key Layout — add F9 ~ F20 to table 0.01 Jan.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Safety Precautions ........................- 4 - Care & Maintenance ........................- 4 - RELEASE NOTES ..........................- 5 - INTRODUCTION ............................ 1 Getting Familiarized with 8400 ......................2 Charging the Battery ........................3 Features............................. 5 Inside the Package..........................5 Accessories............................5 USING 8400 MOBILE COMPUTER.......................
  • Page 8 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 2.1.1 Application Generator (AG) ....................33 2.1.2 CipherNet.......................... 33 2.1.3 User Program........................34 2.2 System Configuration .......................34 2.2.1 System Menu........................34 2.2.2 Kernel ..........................34 2.2.3 Program Manager ......................34 SYSTEM MENU........................... 35 3.1 Information..........................36 3.1.1 Understanding Device Code ....................37 3.2 Settings .............................
  • Page 9 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.9.2 Network Setting........................57 3.9.3 Echo Tests ........................58 3.10 Serial PPP Menu........................59 3.10.1 Information........................59 3.10.2 Connection Set.......................60 3.10.3 Echo Test........................61 3.11 Wi-Fi Menu ..........................62 3.11.1 Information........................63 3.11.2 Network Setting ......................64 3.11.3 WLAN Setting ......................... 65 3.11.4 Security...........................

  • Page 11: Introduction

    This line of product comes with built-in Bluetooth wireless technology and allows for optional module for 802.11b/g connectivity, enabling real time sharing of performance. The 8400 Series Mobile Computer is bundled with powerful and rich features to ensure success in timely processing of information, , and thus, makes an ideal choice for inventory control, shop floor management, warehousing and distribution operations.

  • Page 12: Getting Familiarized With 8400

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual GETTING FAMILIARIZED WITH 8400 Figure 1: Overview Description Description LED for Good Read and battery charging Buzzer LED for wireless communications LCD screen Keypad, 29 or 39 keys Communication/charging port Hand Strap Battery Compartment...

  • Page 13: Charging The Battery

    Introduction CHARGING THE BATTERY Instead of direct charging, you may use a cradle or charger to charge the Mobile Computer or spare batteries. Below is the 4-Slot Battery Charger. Warning: It is recommended that the charging devices be operated at room temperature (18°C to 25°C) for optimal performance.
  • Page 14 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Status Meaning Power Solid blue Power ON Power OFF Battery Charging Solid red Charging battery Solid green Charging done Battery not ready...

  • Page 15: Features

    INSIDE THE PACKAGE The following items are included in the package. Save the box and packaging material for future use in case you need to store or ship the mobile computer. 8400 Series mobile computer Rechargeable Li-ion battery pack Hand strap USB charging &...
  • Page 16 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual...

  • Page 17: Using 8400 Mobile Computer

    Chapter 1 USING 8400 MOBILE COMPUTER This chapter explains the features and usage of the 8400 Series Mobile Computer. The 8400 family includes: 8400 Bluetooth Class 2 8470 Bluetooth Class 2 + 802.11b/g IN THIS CHAPTER 1.1 Battery............... 7 1.2 Memory..............11 1.3 Keypad..............

  • Page 18: Inserting The Battery & Memory Card

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 1.1.1 INSERTING THE BATTERY & MEMORY CARD For shipping and storage purposes, save the mobile computer and the main battery in separate packages. This will keep both batteries in good condition for future use.
  • Page 19 Chapter 1 Using 8400 Mobile Computer Figure 3: Installing the Main Battery & Memory Card...

  • Page 20: Charging The Battery

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 1.1.2 CHARGING THE BATTERY The main and backup batteries may not be charged to full for shipment. When you first receive the package, you will need to charge batteries to full before using the mobile computer.

  • Page 21: Memory

    Chapter 1 Using 8400 Mobile Computer 1.2 MEMORY The collected data can be sent back to a host computer immediately over wireless networks, or stored in memory (SRAM) and upload later. The mobile computer is equipped with a calendar chip for accurate time/date logging. When the main battery is...

  • Page 22: Keypad

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 1.3 KEYPAD The mobile computer can be equipped with a keypad of 29 keys or 39 keys for system setup, user entry and so on. The keypad comes with programmable LED backlight, like the screen. Refer to section 1.4 LCD...
  • Page 23 Chapter 1 Using 8400 Mobile Computer This alphanumeric keypad is set to numeric mode by default. The blue modifier key serves as a toggle among numeric, alpha (lower-case alphabetic), and ALPHA (upper-case alphabetic) input modes. Note: It is not necessary to hold down the orange modifier key.
  • Page 24 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Blue Blue Orange key Orange key pressed pressed pressed pressed once twice once twice PQRS pqrs WXYZ wxyz BkSp BkSp...
  • Page 25 Chapter 1 Using 8400 Mobile Computer Below briefly describes the functions of common keys on the mobile computer. SCAN This yellow key is used to trigger the scan engine so that it can read a barcode when the COM port is enabled.
  • Page 26 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Blue Modifier Key This key is a modifier key that requires pressing a second key to get the blue-coded symbol or character printed on the right side of the second key. Icon Description This icon appears when you press the blue key once, indicating it is set to alphabetic mode for typing capital letters.

  • Page 27: 39-Key Keypad

    Chapter 1 Using 8400 Mobile Computer 1.3.2 39-KEY KEYPAD The layout of the 39-key keypad includes numeric, alphabetic, assorted characters, function and modifier keys. Figure 5: 39-key Layout...
  • Page 28 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual This alphanumeric keypad is set to numeric mode by default. The blue modifier key serves as a toggle among numeric, alpha (lower-case alphabetic), and ALPHA (upper-case alphabetic) input modes. Note: It is not necessary to hold down the orange modifier key.
  • Page 29 Chapter 1 Using 8400 Mobile Computer & BkSp BkSp...
  • Page 30 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Below briefly describes the functions of common keys on the mobile computer. SCAN This yellow key is used to trigger the scan engine so that it can read a barcode when the COM port is enabled.
  • Page 31 Chapter 1 Using 8400 Mobile Computer Orange Modifier Key This key is a modifier key that requires pressing a second key to get the orange-coded function or symbol printed to the right side of the second key. Icon Description By default, the function toggle is set to Auto Resume mode, and its behavior...

  • Page 32: Lcd

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 1.4 LCD The mobile computer comes with a 3” FSTN graphic LCD, 160 by 160 pixels resolutions, which can be programmed to display text or graphics, such as specific font and company logo, to meet varying application needs.

  • Page 33: Notifications

    Chapter 1 Using 8400 Mobile Computer 1.5 NOTIFICATIONS 1.5.1 STATUS LED There are two dual-color LED indicators above the screen. Both can be programmed to provide information that helps diagnosing. LED1 is used to provide information on the charging status and barcode decoding.

  • Page 34: Audio

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual LED1: Red/Green Green User Power ON User definable User definable Solid green for Good Read by default Power Off & Battery System default System default Charging Flashing red: Charging Flashing green: Charging done LED2: Blue/Green...

  • Page 35: Data Capture

    Chapter 1 Using 8400 Mobile Computer 1.6 DATA CAPTURE A wide variety of scan engines is available for delivering flexibility to meet different requirements. 1D CCD scan engine 1D Laser scan engine 2D scan engine Varying by the scan engine installed, the supported symbologies or tag types are listed below.
  • Page 36 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Code 2 of 5 Industrial 25 (i.e. Discrete 25) Enabled Enabled Enabled Interleaved 25 Enabled Enabled Enabled Matrix 25 Disabled Disabled Code 3 of 9 Code 39 Enabled Enabled Enabled Trioptic Code 39 Disabled Italian Pharmacode (i.e.

  • Page 37: Charging & Communications

    Chapter 1 Using 8400 Mobile Computer 1.7 CHARGING & COMMUNICATIONS Normally, the mobile computer ships with a USB or RS-232 cable for charging and communications. A variety of cradles are available to meet different requirements. 1.7.1 INTERFACE CABLE OPTIONS For charging via the USB cable without supplying a power adapter, the standard charging current is 500 mA.

  • Page 38: Cradle Options

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 1.7.2 CRADLE OPTIONS The cradle is designed for charging and communications at the same time. You may choose a cradle type that best suits your needs. 1) Place the cradle on a flat and clean surface, and seat the mobile computer in the cradle.
  • Page 39 Chapter 1 Using 8400 Mobile Computer Charging & Communication Cradle Description Description Cable Connector (USB or RS-232) Power Jack Modem Cradle Description Description LED Indicators (Ready, TX/RX and Link) Line/Phone Jack Line/Phone Jack Cable Connector (USB or RS-232) Power Jack...
  • Page 40 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Ethernet Cradle Description Description LED Indicators (Ready, TX/RX and Link) Ethernet Port (RJ-45) Cable Connector (USB or RS-232) Power Jack IP Reset Switch GPRS/GSM Cradle (EDGE/Quad-band) Description Description LED Indicators (Ready, TX/RX and Link)

  • Page 41: Learning Software Architecture

    Chapter 2 LEARNING SOFTWARE ARCHITECTURE This chapter mainly describes the software inside the mobile computer. It consists of three modules — Kernel, System, and Application; each has a function menu. When a menu is displayed, you may select an item by either of the following ways: using the [UP] and [DOWN] keys to move the highlight bar pressing the number key that corresponds to the item number Follow the on-screen instructions to change a specific setting, or press [ESC] to...
  • Page 42 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Figure 8: Software Architecture IN THIS CHAPTER 2.1 Application Module ............. 33 2.2 System Configuration ..........34...

  • Page 43: Application Module

    Chapter 2 Learning Software Architecture 2.1 APPLICATION MODULE For easy development of applications, the mobile computer ships with development tools on the CD-ROM. It includes Windows-based programs Application Generator (batch and WLAN), CipherNet (VT and 5250), download utilities, etc. 2.1.1 APPLICATION GENERATOR (AG) The mobile computer is preloaded with AG Runtime.

  • Page 44: User Program

    For managing system configurations and multiple programs, each mobile computer comes with the System Menu, Kernel, and Program Manager. Refer to the following chapters on how to configure the 8400 Series Mobile Computer, regarding system configurations and program download. 2.2.1 SYSTEM MENU...

  • Page 45: System Menu

    Chapter 3 SYSTEM MENU The System Menu is generated by a powerful utility, which offers an interface for engineers (programmers or system integrator) to view system information, change the configuration parameters, download programs and run diagnostics. This menu is designed for engineering tests and maintenance ONLY. For this reason, the System Menu provides password protection to prevent unauthorized users from accidentally changing system settings.

  • Page 46: Information

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual IN THIS CHAPTER 3.1 Information............... 36 3.2 Settings ..............38 3.3 Tests ............... 41 3.4 Memory..............44 3.5 Power ..............45 3.6 Load Program............46 3.7 Bluetooth Menu ............47 3.8 SD Card Menu ............55 3.9 Ethernet Cradle Menu ..........

  • Page 47: Understanding Device Code

    1= CCD scan engine 2= Laser scan engine 3= 2D scan engine 2nd digit Wireless module 4= Bluetooth + 802.11b/g (8470) 5= Bluetooth only (8400) 3rd digit RFID module 0= N/A 4th digit Reserved 5th digit Keypad module Keypad hardware version...

  • Page 48: Settings

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.2 SETTINGS You can change the default settings here. System Settings Default Values Clock Current time Backlight Period 20 seconds at level 2, backlight shade enabled Contrast Level 4 Auto Off 10 minutes Power On Options...

  • Page 49: Contrast

    Chapter 3 System Menu 3.2.3 CONTRAST Set the contrast level for the LCD. Use the [UP] and [DOWN] keys to adjust the contrast level (7 levels). 3.2.4 AUTO OFF The mobile computer will be turned off automatically when no operation is taking place during a specified period of time.

  • Page 50: Key Click

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.2.6 KEY CLICK The system will produce an audible signal when any key on the keypad is pressed. The current value is highlighted. Select a desired tone for the buzzer or mute it. 3.2.7 BUZZER VOLUME Set the buzzer volume.

  • Page 51: Tests

    Chapter 3 System Menu 3.3 TESTS Here provides functional tests for key parts. 3.3.1 READER The supported symbologies depend on the scan engine you use. Refer to section Data Capture for symbologies that are enabled by default. For symbologies that are disabled by default, they must be enabled through programming.

  • Page 52: Echo Test

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.3.6 ECHO TEST After a physical connection is established properly, run a test utility on your computer and start the test on your mobile computer. Select a desired baud rate if necessary. To stop and exit the test, press [ESC].

  • Page 53: Flash R/W

    Chapter 3 System Menu 3.3.9 FLASH R/W Test the read/write operation to the flash memory. To stop and exit the test, press [ESC].

  • Page 54: Memory

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.4 MEMORY Here provides information and initialization function of the memory. 3.4.1 SIZE INFORMATION — onboard SRAM for data memory Flash — program memory 3.4.2 INITIALIZE Initialize the data memory. Warning! The contents of the data memory (SRAM) will be wiped out after memory...

  • Page 55: Power

    Chapter 3 System Menu 3.5 POWER Here shows current voltage consumption. Main (battery) It shows dynamic status of the battery pack, which is used as the main power source. Backup (battery) It shows dynamic status of the button cell, which is used to retain data in SRAM. Warning! Always examine the battery icon on the device screen so that you will be alerted for a low battery condition.

  • Page 56: Load Program

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.6 LOAD PROGRAM Here you can access the Load Program service provided by the kernel. Because the kernel will take over the job, you will not be able to return to the System Menu by pressing [ESC].

  • Page 57: Bluetooth Menu

    Chapter 3 System Menu 3.7 BLUETOOTH MENU This submenu is for the built-in Bluetooth module to work with other Bluetooth enabled devices. You must configure these parameters correctly. Bluetooth Settings Default Value Connect Setting Items Need to Be Checked Local Name Model no.

  • Page 58: Information

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.7.1 INFORMATION Information of network configuration can be viewed here. Bluetooth Menu > 1. Information C library version MAC ID of the Bluetooth module A name given to the mobile computer for identification. By default, it is made up of model number and the serial number. (Identical to 2.

  • Page 59: Connect Setting

    Chapter 3 System Menu 3.7.2 CONNECT SETTING The 8400 mobile computer supports Bluetooth operated in DUN mode (point to point) and SPP mode (point to multi-point). Set the following parameters if necessary. Local Name Enter a name for identifying the mobile computer.

  • Page 60: Security

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.7.3 SECURITY Set or modify security parameters. Authentication Options — Enable or Disable PIN Code Define the encryption key values. Up to 16 characters, using ASCII code. Note: When authentication is enabled without providing a pre-set PIN code, the mobile...

  • Page 61: Echo Tests

    Chapter 3 System Menu 3.7.4 ECHO TESTS These echo tests are used for verifying connectivity to make sure the mobile computer is within coverage. Press [ESC] to stop and exit the test. SPP: Serial Port Profile It is used for ad hoc networking, without going through any access point. DUN: Dial-Up Networking Profile DUN Modem - It makes use of a Bluetooth modem or mobile phone as a...
  • Page 62 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual DUN Modem The mobile computer will try to connect to a Bluetooth modem or mobile phone. 1. Pairing with your mobile phone must be completed first. Select “DialUp Network” for Target Machine options. 2. Run the Echo Test program on your computer. Associated settings include - Select “Modem”...

  • Page 63: Pairing Test

    Chapter 3 System Menu 3.7.5 PAIRING TEST The pairing procedure is for the creation and exchange of a link key between two Bluetooth-enabled devices. The devices use the link key for future authentication when exchanging information. 1) The mobile computer will start with making an inquiry so that the system can generate a list of device(s) that has been discovered nearby.

  • Page 64: Freq. Dev. List

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.7.6 FREQ. DEV. LIST The Frequent Device List is used to store a list of target device(s) that the mobile computer has been connected to lately. After each successful pairing, the system will update the list.

  • Page 65: Sd Card Menu

    Chapter 3 System Menu 3.8 SD CARD MENU This submenu is for using the mobile computer equipped with a SD card as a USB mass storage device. 3.8.1 RUN AS USB DISK Normally, the SD card will be treated as extended memory for the mobile computer to save the collected data.

  • Page 66: Ethernet Cradle Menu

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.9 ETHERNET CRADLE MENU This submenu is for Ethernet connection. You must configure these parameters correctly. Note: The Ethernet Cradle is required for establishing Ethernet connection. 3.9.1 INFORMATION Information of Ethernet network configuration can be viewed here.

  • Page 67: Network Setting

    Chapter 3 System Menu 3.9.2 NETWORK SETTING Set parameters for IP networking. DHCP Options - Enable or Disable Subnet Mask Enter a new Mask IP, if necessary. Local IP Address Enter a new address for the mobile computer, if necessary. Default Gateway Enter a new address for the default Gateway, if necessary.

  • Page 68: Echo Tests

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.9.3 ECHO TESTS The Ethernet Cradle supports three working modes: Data Mode Modem Mode Transparent Mode These echo tests are used for verifying connectivity via the Ethernet Cradle. For details, refer to the Ethernet Cradle manual.

  • Page 69: Serial Ppp Menu

    Chapter 3 System Menu 3.10 SERIAL PPP MENU This submenu is for establishing a PPP connection via the Modem Cradle. You must configure these parameters correctly. Note: Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) is a method of connecting the mobile computer to the Internet over serial links.

  • Page 70: Connection Set

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.10.2 CONNECTION SET DialUp Number Enter the number provided by your ISP. Login Name Enter the login name provided by your ISP. Login Password Enter the login password provided by your ISP. Baud Rate...

  • Page 71: Echo Test

    Chapter 3 System Menu 3.10.3 ECHO TEST This echo test is used for verifying connectivity via Point-to-Point Protocol. For the Modem Cradle, its physical connectivity can be verified in System Menu > Tests > Echo Test > MODEM. Enter the IP address of a server with which a PPP connection is desired. Then, it will try to connect to the server.

  • Page 72: Wi-Fi Menu

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.11 WI-FI MENU This submenu is for 802.11b/g wireless networking. You must configure these parameters correctly. Note: This submenu is generated only when the Wi-Fi module is present. Wi-Fi Settings Default Value Ad-hoc Infrastructure...

  • Page 73: Information

    Chapter 3 System Menu 3.11.1 INFORMATION Information of network configuration can be viewed here. Wi-Fi Menu > 1. Information Firmware version of the module chipset MAC ID of the 802.11b/g module A name given to the mobile computer for identification. By default, it is made up of model number and the serial number.

  • Page 74: Network Setting

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.11.2 NETWORK SETTING Set parameters for IP networking. DHCP Options — Enable or Disable Subnet Mask Enter a new Mask IP, if necessary. Local IP Address Enter a new address for the mobile computer, if necessary.

  • Page 75: Wlan Setting

    Chapter 3 System Menu 3.11.3 WLAN SETTING Wireless networking can operate in two modes – (1) Ad-hoc mode: peer-to-peer, and (2) Infrastructure mode: point to multi-point through access points. Set the following parameters. Local Name Enter a name for identifying the mobile computer. By default, it is made up of model number and the serial number.
  • Page 76 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Fixed BSSID This refers to the use of a specific AP’s MAC address as the fixed Basic Service Set Identifier. The mobile computer can ONLY communicate with this one and only access point.

  • Page 77: Security

    Chapter 3 System Menu 3.11.4 SECURITY Set or modify security parameters. WEP: Wired Equivalent Privacy EAP: Extensible Authentication Protocol WPA: Wi-Fi Protected Access Authentication Default authentication type [1] Open System This requires implementing WEP key. [0] Share Key WEP Menu Enabled (For Share Key, it must be enabled!) WEP Setting Disabled (default)

  • Page 78: Echo Tests

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3.11.5 ECHO TESTS This function is used to measure the coverage of the range, estimate the number of APs and mobile computers needed, and determine the topology of deploying APs. Client Mode Set the mobile computer as a client. Enter the IP address of a server with which a connection is desired.
  • Page 79 Chapter 3 System Menu While running echo tests, if WPA setting is enabled for security, the SSID and Passphrase will be processed to generate a pre-share key. Note: If you change the SSID or Passphrase, it will have to re-generate a pre-share key. 1) For initial association with an access point, you will see an antenna icon developing on the screen to indicate that the mobile computer is processing a pre-share key.
  • Page 80 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Once the connection of echo test is established, the details will be displayed as illustrated below. Link Quality (“Q”) will be the most important element while the others are for your reference. Q (Link Quality)

  • Page 81: Program Manager & Kernel

    Chapter 4 PROGRAM MANAGER & KERNEL This chapter explains Program Manager and Kernel that manage multiple programs and firmware upgrade. IN THIS CHAPTER 4.1 Program Manager ............72 4.2 Kernel ..............77...

  • Page 82: Program Manager

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 4.1 PROGRAM MANAGER The mobile computer supports multiple applications and languages. In the menu of Program Manager, it allows storing up to seven programs and has one activated for the current use. If there is no application program exists, the Program Manager will be displayed after you turn on the mobile computer.

  • Page 83: Download

    Chapter 4 Program Manager & Kernel 4.1.1 DOWNLOAD Here provides a full list of programs that are currently stored on the mobile computer with size information. Multiple application programs can be downloaded through a variety of interfaces. Upon completion of downloading, you are allowed to input a name for the program.
  • Page 84 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual SPARE MEMORY SECTORS (1 ~ 6) Additional program files can be directly downloaded to these sectors. Download a program file to an empty sector: 1. Select an empty sector by pressing the corresponding number and then [Enter].

  • Page 85: Activate

    Chapter 4 Program Manager & Kernel 4.1.2 ACTIVATE The list shows the entire spare programs stored on the mobile computer. From the list, you can select from 1 to 6 and activate one of them. The selected program will be copied to the active memory sector and replace the current one.

  • Page 86: Upload

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 4.1.3 UPLOAD You may duplicate one or all of the programs from the mobile computer to a host computer or another mobile computer. This can be used to clone software on mobile computers. Note: To clone all of the programs, the target mobile computer cannot have any other program downloaded except the active one;...

  • Page 87: Kernel

    Chapter 4 Program Manager & Kernel 4.2 KERNEL The kernel resides in the innermost core of the system. It has the highest security and is always protected by the system. When the application program is corrupted and the System Menu fails, the Kernel Menu provides an access to fix the system. Warning! The Kernel Menu is NOT for the use of any end users.

  • Page 88: Load Program

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Kernel Menu > 1. Information Hardware version (PCB) Serial number of the mobile computer Manufacturing date Kernel version 5-digit code for optional hardware configurations Refer to Understanding Device Code. 4.2.2 LOAD PROGRAM You can download one program file to the active memory sector, as well as one font file to the memory address assigned by the system.
  • Page 89 Connect the USB cable between your computer and the mobile computer. Bluetooth Approach the target Bluetooth enabled device. Baud Rate 115200 (bps) Supported on CipherLab software, including download utilities. 76800 (bps) 57600 (bps) Supported on CipherLab software, including download utilities. 38400 (bps) Supported on CipherLab software, including download utilities.

  • Page 90: Kernel Update

    Do not turn off the mobile computer while downloading a kernel update or re-starting the mobile computer. Otherwise, it will crash the kernel forever. There is no way to recover it! Note: CipherLab software, including download utilities, supports the following baud rate options: 115200/57600/38400/19200/9600 bps. 4.2.4 TEST & CALIBRATE These tools are provided for manufacturing use.

  • Page 91: Bluetooth Menu

    Chapter 4 Program Manager & Kernel 4.2.5 BLUETOOTH MENU This submenu is the same as the one under the System Menu except for the following items: "2. Connect Set > 5. BT-GPRS AP Name" is not provided. "4. Echo Tests" is not provided.
  • Page 92 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual...

  • Page 93: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model Designation 8400 8470 Wireless Bluetooth Class 2 √ √ Communications 802.11b/g √ √ CCD (linear imager) Readers Barcode Reader Standard Laser 2D Imager Electrical Main Battery Rechargeable Li-ion battery – 3.7 V, 1800 mAh Characteristics Working Time Laser, one scan per 5 seconds, without backlight:...
  • Page 94 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Impact Resistance 1.5 m, 5 drops per 6 sides Tumble Test 100 cm, 1000 cycles Splash Dust IP 54 Resistance Electrostatic ± 15 kV air discharge, ± 8 kV contact discharge Discharge EMC Regulations...

  • Page 95: Download Utilities

    Appendix I DOWNLOAD UTILITIES For easy development of applications, the mobile computer ships with development tools on the CD-ROM. It includes Windows-based Application Generator programs, batch and WLAN, as well as download utilities. The download utilities are provided for you to download a program (*.SHX or *.SYN) to the mobile computer.

  • Page 96: Progload.exe

    8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual PROGLOAD.EXE This all-in-one utility supports all the file types and communications interfaces. Run the program on your computer. The following dialog box pops up. Click to select Comm type, COM port, and Baud rate.

  • Page 97: Download.exe

    Appendix I Download Utilities DOWNLOAD.EXE This utility is provided when you establish a connection via serial interface, such as a direct RS-232 cable, IrDA port, or Bluetooth SPP. 1) Run the program. 2) Choose a .SHX file. 3) Select COM port properties. COMMAND LINE It also supports command line arguments.
  • Page 98 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual...

  • Page 99: Troubleshooting

    Try to re-charge the battery and monitor the charging status. Warning! Only use batteries or charging device manufactured by CipherLab. The use of wrong battery or charging device could result in damage to human body or the product itself, and will void your warranty.
  • Page 100 8400 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual The reader does not decode after scanning… Unreadable barcode — Check if the barcode is defaced. A defaced barcode may not be readable. Un-programmed to read — Check if the scanner is programmed to read the symbologies (types of barcode) that you are trying to read.
  • Page 101 Appendix II Troubleshooting Over MODEM port via cradle — Check if the modem connection is correct and secured. Make sure the modem parameters are configured to match the parameters on the mobile computer. Try to establish connection again. Make sure the mobile computer is well seated inside the cradle. DO NOT remove the mobile computer or disconnect the cradle before communications are done.

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