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Contents Introduction Overview of Windows Mobile 5.0 ........2 ® Using the documentation ............ 3 The anatomy of the Field PC ..........4 Getting Started Step 1: Install the battery pack .......... 8 Step 2: Charge the battery pack ........9 Step 3: Establish basic settings on the device ....
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Performing Common Tasks on the Field PC Suspending the device ............38 Powering off the Field PC ..........39 Resetting the device ............40 Exploring files ................40 Closing running programs ..........41 Switching between running programs ......42 Viewing memory allocation for programs ....42 Changing settings ..............43 Using on-device help ............43 Backing up data ..............44 Copying data from a peripheral device ......47...
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Using the Integrated Bluetooth ® Option Bluetooth drivers and profiles ..........70 Identify the power status of Bluetooth using Wireless Manager ................71 Create a Bluetooth partnership ........73 Bluetooth virtual COM ports ..........75 Set up an outgoing Bluetooth COM port .....76 Set up an incoming Bluetooth COM port .....79 Supported Bluetooth Profiles ®...
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Appendix A: Product Specifications 114 9-pin serial port pinouts ..........117 Appendix B: Certifications and Regulatory Information Regulatory information ............ 120 CE marking ................121 Appendix C: Standard Warranty Terms and Conditions Limited Product Warranty ..........124 Index Additional Section: Installation Instructions for the Extended Caps...
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Introduction Overview of Windows Mobile ® Using the documentation The anatomy of the Field PC...
Chapter 1 Introduction This ultra-rugged Field PC—rock solid and field ready in the most extreme environments—is your reliable field companion. Designed for Microsoft Windows Mobile ® ® 5.0, your Field PC features a wide variety of application software and accessory choices. Use it to navigate, research, document, and communicate.
Chapter 1: Introduction Using the documentation Your Field PC is equipped with several reference tools. These tools include: • Quick Start Guide • Getting Started Disc from Microsoft ® • User Manual • User Documentation CD (contains Quick Start Guide, Reference Guide, and License Agreement) •...
The anatomy of the Field PC This section illustrates the different parts of the Field PC. For instructions on using the hardware, see Chapter 3. For instructions about caring for or cleaning the different parts, see Chapter 10. 1 Elastomer overmold 11 Power button 2 Magnesium case front 12 Context menu button...
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Chapter 1: Introduction Top view with standard 24 25 Top view without cap Bottom view showing communications module 28 29 21 Stylus 22 Body molding screws 23 Standard cap screws (captive) ® 24 Cover for optional Bluetooth antenna 25 Compact Flash card slot 26 Secure Digital I/O card slot 27 Stylus slot 28 USB Client (mini B) 29 12V DC jack 30 9-pin serial port 31 USB Host (mini A) 32 Cable routing channel...
Getting Started Install the battery pack Charge the battery pack Establish basic settings on the device Install ActiveSync on a desktop ® computer Create an ActiveSync connection...
Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter repeats—with a few more details—the installation instructions that came in the Quick Start Guide and User Manual. Step 1: Install the battery pack Carefully unhook and lift up the bottom hook of the hand strap, as shown in the first picture.
Chapter 2: Getting Started Step 2: Charge the battery pack Mount the plug onto the wall charger (if it is not already assembled). Plug the wall charger into an outlet. Plug the other end of the wall charger into the DC jack on the Field PC.
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To create a name, follow these steps: Tap Start > Settings. From the System tab, tap About. The About window appears. Select the Device ID tab at the bottom of the screen. Type in a device name. We recommend using “SN” (serial number) and the device serial number, which can be found by tapping Start...
Chapter 2: Getting Started computer without installing any additional software. You can skip Steps 4 and 5. To access these basic sync options, connect the Field PC to the desktop computer using a USB cable. For full synchronization support such as Microsoft Outlook contacts, email, calendar, notes, ®...
Select your language. If ActiveSync 4.5 or greater has not been installed on your desktop computer, follow the directions on the screen to install it. Note: Install ActiveSync before attaching the USB cable to the desktop or Field PC. Step 5: Create an ActiveSync connection Plug USB Client end (mini B) of the USB communications cable into your Field PC.
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Using the Hardware Identifying button functions Customizing button functions Suspending, powering off, resetting, and restoring defaults Using the stylus Using the touchscreen Understanding LED signals Replacing the battery pack Using peripheral devices such as CF cards, SD cards, and USB flash drives...
Chapter 3 Using the Hardware This chapter teaches you how to use the hardware components of the Field PC. Specifically, you learn how • Identify button functions • Customize button functions • Use buttons to suspend, power off, and reset the device •...
Chapter 3: Using the Hardware Home button Returns you to the Today screen. Context Displays the context menu menu button for the item selected (similar to a right-click on a desktop computer). Enter button Enters the selected soft key or option. Power Turns the Field PC on and button...
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• Home button • Context menu button Note: The functions assigned to the Enter button, Power button, and Four-way directional button cannot be customized. To reassign a program or shortcut to a button, follow these steps: 1. Tap Start > Settings >...
Chapter 3: Using the Hardware Suspending, powering off, resetting, and restoring factory defaults The Power button allows you to suspend, power off, or reset the device. A series of keyboard actions also lets you restore the hard drive, settings, and icons to their original factory defaults.
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To power off the Field PC, 1. Save your open files and close any running programs. (For instructions on backing up files, see Backing up data in Chapter 5.) 2. Press the Power button until the Power Button menu appears, as shown here. Note: The device cannot be powered off while it is plugged into the wall...
Chapter 3: Using the Hardware If your device locks up, you can reset the device by pressing the Power button for 10 seconds or until the screen goes dark. After a few seconds, the device turns on again. Restoring the device to its factory state. Follow the steps below to restore the user storage, settings, and icons on your Field PC to their original factory defaults.
and enter data. Like the right button, the stylus lets you perform shortcuts like cutting and pasting. Instructions for these tasks are listed in the chart below. To do this . . . Follow these steps Select an item Tap once. Enter data Entering Information, a section...
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Chapter 3: Using the Hardware Protecting and cleaning the touchscreen. The touchscreen is sealed to protect your device against water and dust. To protect your touchscreen, we recommend that you apply a touchscreen protector to the screen. For instructions about applying a touchscreen protector or cleaning your touchscreen, see Chapter 10: Caring for your Field PC.
6. After you calibrate the touchscreen, the Screen window appears again. Tap OK to exit the screen. Understanding LED signals The Field PC signals events and processes using a charge LED and a notification LED. Charge LED. This red light appears to the left of the Start menu button.
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Chapter 3: Using the Hardware or damage to the display. Use caution when undoing the hook or when holding the Field PC by its hand strap. 4. Press on the battery door about 1/4” beneath the door latch and slide the door latch to the right.
11. With the door latch in the unlock position, press on the battery door just below the door latch and slide the latch to the left to lock it. 12. Reattach the hand strap. Note: If you remove the battery pack from your device and the device is still attached to the wall charger, the battery icon still appears on the display.
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Chapter 3: Using the Hardware This section explains how to: • Install and operate USB accessories on the Field PC • Remove the standard cap to access CF and SDIO card slots • Install CF and SD cards • Replace CF and SD cards •...
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cap. The screws are designed to stay attached to the standard cap. 3. Pull off the standard cap. 4. Insert the CF or SD card. Note: For instructions on replacing the standard cap, see the section in this chapter called Reattaching the standard cap.
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Chapter 3: Using the Hardware 2. Tap and hold the file you want to copy to your Field PC. A pop-up menu appears, as shown here. Note: If you want to copy multiple files, tap and drag the stylus over the files. Once the files are selected, tap and hold the stylus on the files until a pop-up menu appears.
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to moisture when the standard cap is removed, and tighten the standard cap screws firmly after you replace the standard cap. Failure to replace the standard cap properly may void your warranty.
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Using the Field PC Understanding the Today screen Using the Start menu Entering information Recognizing status icons Recognizing soft keys Rotating the screen Dimming or turning off the backlight Adjusting the backlight timer...
Chapter 4 Using the Field PC Focusing on the interface elements of the Field PC, this chapter shows you how to: • Understand the Today screen (the default display screen) • Use the Start menu • Enter information with the stylus •...
Chapter 4: Using the Field PC To lock the device, simply tap on the words “Device unlocked.” To unlock the device, tap on the word “Unlock” on the two screens that appear. Using the Start menu The Start menu is the main access point to all programs in Windows Mobile .
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Letter Recognizer. This input method recognizes character strokes and gestures. Enter text using Block Recognizer. This utility recognizes letters from single strokes. Use Transcriber, a program that allows you to enter data using cursive, print, or mixed handwriting. Note: For more details about using each input method, go to Start >...
Chapter 4: Using the Field PC Recognizing status icons Status icons show the status of operations on the Field PC. Status icons and their functions are listed in the following chart. Icon Name Function Charge indicator Tells you when the device is charging.
actions or open menus. Here you see soft keys on the Today screen. Rotating the screen The Field PC can show information in portrait or landscape view. Change the orientation by following these steps: 1. Select Start > Settings > System > Screen.
Chapter 4: Using the Field PC Dimming or turning off the backlight Dimming or turning off the display backlight saves battery power when the device is running on a battery pack. To dim or turn off the backlight, follow these steps: 1.
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1. Tap Start > Settings > System > Backlight. The Backlight window appears. To change the timer for external power, tap the External Power tab. 2. Select or deselect the two options. 3. If you selected the first checkbox, choose the length of time before the backlight turns off.
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Performing Common Tasks on the Field PC Suspending the device Powering off the Field PC Resetting the device Exploring files Closing running programs Switching between running programs Changing settings Using on-device help Backing up data Copying data from a peripheral device...
Chapter 5 Performing Common Tasks on the Field PC This chapter teaches you how to perform the following common tasks: • Suspend the device • Power off the device • Reset the device • Explore files • Close programs that are running •...
Chapter 5: Performing Common Tasks on the Field PC Note: If you suspend the device while it is charging, the flashing charge LED disappears. However, the device continues to charge. Powering off the Field PC Powering off the device ends all programs and removes power from all system components except for the real-time clock.
Resetting the device Some programs require you to reset your device when you install them. Follow the steps below to reset the Field PC: 1. Back up your files and close any open applications. (For instructions on backing up files, see Backing up data in this chapter.) 2.
Chapter 5: Performing Common Tasks on the Field PC 4. Use the Menu soft key at the bottom of the screen to manipulate files. Closing running programs Closing programs that are not being used frees memory and allows the device to run faster. We recommend closing any programs you are not using.
Switching between running programs To switch between programs running on your Field PC, follow these steps: 1. Tap on the Applications Manager icon or press the Applications Manager button. 2. Select the program you want to switch to. 3. Tap Activate. The program comes to the forefront. Viewing memory allocation for programs To see how much memory is available for programs and...
Chapter 5: Performing Common Tasks on the Field PC Changing settings To change settings on your device, follow these steps: Start > Settings. The Settings window appears. 2. Choose one of the tabs at the bottom of the screen. Note: See Chapter 7 for a complete list of settings and their locations.
Note: If you need more assistance than a help file provides, visit Microsoft’s website at www.microsoft.com/ mobile or see Chapter 11: Troubleshooting and FAQs. Backing up data Your Field PC is designed to protect your data. However, it is still a good idea to back up your data regularly by saving information to a desktop computer or to a Compact Flash (CF) or Secure Digital (SD) card.
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Chapter 5: Performing Common Tasks on the Field PC 3. A new window opens, showing the file directory for the Field PC. 4. Select the files on the Field PC you want to copy. 5. Copy the files by choosing Edit >...
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4. A list of files appears. Highlight the files you want to back up and tap Menu in the lower part of the display. A menu of options appears. 5. Tap and hold the stylus on the Edit option, as shown here.
Chapter 5: Performing Common Tasks on the Field PC 7. Select the CF or SD card from the file directory. 8. To paste the files from your Field PC to the CF or SD card, tap the Menu soft key and choose Edit >...
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5. Tap and hold the stylus on the white space below the list of existing files until a pop-up menu appears. 6. Select Paste. The copied file appears in the folder.
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Communicating with a Desktop Computer Using ActiveSync ® Reestablishing an ActiveSync connection Establishing ActiveSync synchronization settings Creating a device name to use with multiple ActiveSync partnerships Connecting to ActiveSync as a guest Deleting an ActiveSync partnership Transferring files to and from the PC using ActiveSync Exploring the Field PC using ActiveSync...
Chapter 6 Communicating with a Desktop Computer Using ActiveSync ® Note: If you have Windows 2000 and Windows XP on ® ® your desktop computer, Microsoft ActiveSync allows ® ® you to synchronize your Field PC and your desktop computer. If you have Windows Vista™, install the full version of Windows Mobile Device Center™...
Chapter 6: Communicating with a Desktop Computer Using ActiveSync ® Reestablishing an ActiveSync Connection You learned how to create an initial ActiveSync connection in Chapter 2. To re-establish an ActiveSync connection, follow these steps: 1. If you plan to charge the Field PC while it is establishing an ActiveSync connection, plug the wall charger into the Field PC now.
instructions on the screen to set up the synchronization settings. Note: If Microsoft Outlook is installed on the desktop ® computer, you can set ActiveSync to synchronize Files, Contacts, Notes, Calendar, Email, Tasks, and Favorites on the Field PC every time ActiveSync makes a connection. If you have already installed ActiveSync on the desktop computer, you do not have to reconnect;...
Chapter 6: Communicating with a Desktop Computer Using ActiveSync ® be found by tapping Start > Settings > System and choosing System Configuration. The serial number appears on the System Configuration screen, shown here. Connecting to ActiveSync as a guest In some cases, you may want to set up your device as a guest.
Deleting an ActiveSync partnership If your Field PC fails to synchronize completely or if you would like your Field PC to communicate with another desktop computer, you can delete the existing ActiveSync partnership on your desktop computer. To delete a partnership, follow these steps: 1.
Chapter 6: Communicating with a Desktop Computer Using ActiveSync ® 1. Establish an ActiveSync connection. Once connected, the Field PC acts like a new drive called “Mobile Device” on the desktop computer. 2. To access the new “Mobile Device” drive (Field PC) from the desktop computer, click Tools >...
Note: From the list of folders that appears, you can delete files, and you can transfer files to and from the desktop computer. For more details about transferring files between the desktop computer and the Field PC, see the section in this chapter called Transferring files to and from the Field PC using ActiveSync.
Chapter 6: Communicating with a Desktop Computer Using ActiveSync ® 4. Locate the file on your desktop computer and double-click on the file to run the setup program. 5. Follow the instructions on the desktop computer screen to run the setup program. 6.
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10. Click the OK button on the Application Downloading Complete window on the desktop computer, and finish any steps remaining in the software application setup program. 11. To make sure the software application is installed successfully on the device, tap Start > Programs on the Field PC.
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Getting to Know Programs and Settings Understanding Start menu programs and utilities Understanding applications in the Programs menu Accessing programs on the Getting Started Disc Finding settings...
Chapter 7 Getting to Know Programs and Settings This chapter describes • Programs and utilities on the Start menu • Applications on the Programs menu • Programs available on the Getting Started Disc • How to find settings on the Field PC Understanding Start menu programs and utilities The Start menu is the main access point to all programs...
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Chapter 7: Getting to Know Programs and Settings Calendar. • The Calendar tool shows the date and any appointments you scheduled for the day, week, or month. Use Calendar to enter your appointments and notify you of upcoming events. Contacts. •...
• Help. On-device help files are context-sensitive; the help information that appears on the help screen is directly related to what you are doing on the device. Note: For more instructions on using help, see Chapter 5: Performing Common Tasks. Understanding applications in the Programs menu...
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Chapter 7: Getting to Know Programs and Settings Download Agent. Download Agent automates the • process of downloading Field PC software updates directly to your Field PC. If you are connected through ActiveSync to a PC with an Internet connection or if you are connected to the Internet through a modem card such as a dial-up, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, cellular, or Bluetooth card, Download Agent automatically displays available updates to the Field...
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• Pocket MSN This customizable program gives you ® quick access to your MSN Hotmail Inbox and your ® MSN Messenger account. • Microsoft Office PowerPoint Mobile. This viewer ® ® lets you view or rehearse PowerPoint presentations built on a desktop computer. Search.
Chapter 7: Getting to Know Programs and Settings Everything with Windows Mobile . Copyright 2006. ® Published by McGraw-Hill Osborne. Accessing programs on the Getting Started Disc The Getting Started Disc that came with your Field PC provides an install to ActiveSync and links to purchase Voice Command and Pocket MSN from Microsoft.
3. Make sure the Download from Web tab is selected. 4. Click on the word Download by the program you want to install. Your computer will be directed to a download site. 5. Locate the program on the site and follow the instructions for downloading the program to your Field PC.
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Chapter 7: Getting to Know Programs and Settings Setting Personal System Connections Lock Memory Menus options ® Network cards Owner Info Power Regional settings Remove programs Screen Sounds and notifications Today For instructions on changing settings, see the on-device help.
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Using the Integrated Bluetooth ® Option Bluetooth drivers and profiles ® Identify the power status of Bluetooth Create a Bluetooth partnership Bluetooth virtual COM ports Set up an outgoing Bluetooth COM port Set up an incoming Bluetooth COM port...
Chapter 8 Using the Integrated Bluetooth Option ® This section explains what you need to know about using integrated Bluetooth wireless technology with your Field PC. Learn how to— • Identify the power status of Bluetooth • Make the Field PC discoverable to other devices that use Bluetooth •...
Chapter 8: Using the Integrated Bluetooth Option Identify the power status of Bluetooth using Wireless Manager A line on the Today Screen indicates whether Bluetooth is powered on or off, as shown here. Tap here to access the Wireless Manager By tapping this line, you open Wireless Manager, a utility that controls Bluetooth.
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The Bluetooth bar acts as a toggle switch, allowing you turn the device on or off easily. If you make the device discoverable, the toggle switches between Discoverable. Tapping on the Done soft key closes the Wireless Manager screen. Tapping on the Menu soft key takes you to the Bluetooth Settings screen, shown in the next image.
Chapter 8: Using the Integrated Bluetooth Option battery power. When you resume (turn on) the Field PC, Bluetooth turns on automatically. Make the Field PC discoverable to another device To allow other devices that use Bluetooth wireless technology to detect the Field PC and communicate with it, you must make your device discoverable or establish a partnership with the other device.
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capabilities and displays them in the list, as shown here. 4. The name of the Bluetooth device appears. Tap the name, then tap Next. 5. If the Bluetooth device has an assigned a passkey, enter the number. If the device has not already been assigned a passkey but requires one,...
Chapter 8: Using the Integrated Bluetooth Option one has already been assigned to your Bluetooth device, see the user documentation that came with the device. Important: If the Bluetooth device does not use a passkey, leave the passkey blank and tap Next, as shown in the first image below.
also use it to connect to a printer that is enabled with Bluetooth technology. When setting up a virtual COM port, you must specify if the COM port is an outgoing COM port or an incoming COM port. • An outgoing COM port means that the Field PC initiates communication with the other device.
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Chapter 8: Using the Integrated Bluetooth Option 2. Select the COM Ports tab. 2. Tap New Outgoing Port, the second option shown in the following figure. 3. The Add a Device screen appears. Tap on the name of the device you want to set up as an outgoing port, as shown in the following image.
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4. Select a numbered COM port from the list of ports that appear. If the port cannot be created, it is in use. Select a different numbered port. 5. Important: Deselect the Secure Connection option below the list of COM ports, as shown above. Deselecting this option ensures that the device disconnects its Bluetooth connection only when you tell it to.
Chapter 8: Using the Integrated Bluetooth Option To assign the COM port in your navigation program, you would then follow these steps: 1. Locate the place in the navigation program where the COM port is chosen. 2. Select COM Port 6 as the COM port for the Bluetooth GPS receiver.
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Supported Bluetooth ® profiles Serial Port Profile Dial-Up Networking (DUN) Profile Human Interface Device (HID) Profile Object Push Profile (OPP)
Chapter 9 Supported Bluetooth Profiles ® This chapter describes the Bluetooth profiles ® recognized by the Microsoft drivers installed on your Field PC. Drivers determine which devices your Field PC can communicate with. If you are using an external Bluetooth CF or SDIO card and you installed a new driver specific to this card (recommended), consult the documentation that came with the driver for instructions about its profiles.
Chapter 9: Supported Bluetooth Profiles Serial Port Profile (SPP) This section explains how to: • Communicate with another device using the Serial Port Profile • Configure ActiveSync to synchronize through the ® Serial Port Profile • Connect to a desktop computer that has a Bluetooth dongle •...
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7. Choose the COM Ports tab. Choose New Outgoing Port and tap Next. Select a COM port that is available. Important: Deselect (clear) the Secure Connection checkbox. Deselecting this option ensures that the device disconnects the Bluetooth connection only when you tell it to. 9.
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Chapter 9: Supported Bluetooth Profiles 11. Tap Finish to save the settings. Tap OK > Done to close the Wireless Manager application. 12. On the Field PC, tap Start > Programs > ActiveSync. Choose Connect via Bluetooth. Connecting to a desktop computer using a Bluetooth dongle 1.
1. On the Field PC, make sure Bluetooth is on and that the Field PC is discoverable. (See the previous chapter for instructions.) 2. In the Wireless Manager, tap Menu then Bluetooth Settings. 3. From the Devices tab, select New partnership. 4.
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Chapter 9: Supported Bluetooth Profiles 2. On the Field PC, tap on the Wireless Manager icon on the Today screen. (For more details, see the previous chapter.) 3. Tap Menu > Bluetooth Settings. 4. Select the Turn on Bluetooth checkbox and make sure Make the device discoverable to other devices is deselected.
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Connecting to the Internet using a cordless modem To connect to the Internet using a cordless modem, follow the steps below: 1. Tap on the Bluetooth icon on the Today screen to open Wireless Manager. Make sure Bluetooth is on. (See the previous chapter for details.) 2.
Chapter 9: Supported Bluetooth Profiles Now that you have established a dial-up network connection, you can check email or look at a webpage using one of two methods. The first method is to let an application do the work. (This option is especially useful with cell phones.) The second method is to do the work yourself.
leave the Passkey field blank, tap Next, and choose No when you are asked whether you want the device to be added to the device list. Note: Saying when you are asked whether you want to add the device to the device list allows you to proceed to the next screen;...
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Chapter 9: Supported Bluetooth Profiles 3. Choose Beam File. The device finds the Field PC. 4. Send data from the device to the Field PC. The Field PC receives the data. To send data from your Field PC to a Bluetooth device, follow these steps: 1.
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Caring for Your Field PC Storing the Field PC and battery packs Protecting the touchscreen Protecting the Field PC against mechanical shock Battery pack warnings Equipment warnings Using the Field PC in extreme temperatures Cleaning the Field PC Repairing the Field PC Disposing of the Field PC and battery packs...
Chapter 10 Caring for Your Field PC This chapter explains how to store, clean, and protect your Field PC and battery packs. Specifically, it provides guidelines for— • storing your Field PC and battery packs • protecting the touchscreen • protecting the Field PC against mechanical shock •...
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Chapter 10: Caring for Your Field PC If possible, store your Field PC indoors. Doing so helps protect your device from extreme temperatures and helps your device run efficiently at startup. Storing the Field PC for less than two weeks. If you plan to store your device for less than two weeks, suspend the device by following these steps: 1.
Taking the Field PC out of extended storage. The battery pack discharges slightly during extended storage periods. When you are ready to use your Field PC again, follow these steps so your battery pack runs efficiently: 1. Plug the Field PC into a charger. 2.
Chapter 10: Caring for Your Field PC 3. Align bottom corners of the screen protector with the Field PC screen, sticky side down. 4. Smooth the screen protector while peeling back the liner, working out air bubbles as you go. Continue smoothing until the paper liner is removed.
Battery warnings WARNING! This device comes with a lithium ion rechargeable battery pack. To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or expose the battery pack to fire. Follow these additional safety guidelines: •...
Chapter 10: Caring for Your Field PC water and immediately seek medical care. • Dispose of the battery pack properly. See the section below, Disposing of your Field PC and battery packs for instructions. Equipment warnings WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, electrical shock, fire or damage to the equipment: •...
Other tips: • If the Field PC is exposed to temperatures below 14°F (-10°C ), the device may slow down or the display backlight may become dim to reduce the load on the battery power. • Extremely low or high temperatures may prevent the battery pack from charging.
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Chapter 10: Caring for Your Field PC CAUTION: Do not use tissues, paper towels, or harsh cleaning agents to clean the touchscreen. 3. If you used a cleaning solution, rinse the touchscreen with water and dry it with a microfiber cloth. 4.
Repairing the Field PC If the Field PC is in need of repair, call your service center for a Return Materials Authorization number (RMA). IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to service the device yourself. This action voids the warranty. Disposing of the Field PC and battery packs This product must not be disposed of with municipal waste.
Chapter 11 Troubleshooting and Service Tips This chapter includes some basic troubleshooting tips. It also explains what you need to do before you call your service center for a repair. Answers to questions about Windows Mobile may be ® available through the help files on your device or on the Windows Mobile website from Microsoft ®...
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Chapter 11: Troubleshooting and Service Tips If the battery pack does not charge to full, try repeating the full discharge and charge cycle a few more times. If the battery pack still does not charge to full, try using a different battery pack to confirm that the problem is specific to the original battery pack.
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Issue 4: The Field PC runs slowly. Solutions: It is possible that you have too many programs running. Try closing any programs you are not using. To view and close running programs, follow these steps: 1. Tap on the Applications Manager icon. Applications Manager window appears.
Chapter 11: Troubleshooting and Service Tips Issue 6: The Field PC locks up. Solution: To reset the device, press and hold the Power button for 10 seconds or until the screen goes dark. The device turns on again after a few seconds. Preparing for a service center call When you contact a service center, you are asked to...
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Information for Software Developers Programming documentation Software Development Kit (SDK) Software development tools...
Chapter 12 Information for Software Developers Programming documentation Documentation for programming Microsoft Windows Mobile can be found at: ® http://msdn.Microsoft.com/mobility/Windowsmobile/ default.aspx. This website from Microsoft is designed for software programmers. Software Development Kit (SDK) Your Field PC uses the standard SDK Microsoft provides. More information about the Windows Mobile 5.0 SDK for Pocket PC devices can be found at: http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/windowsmobile/...
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Chapter 12: Information for Software Developers close relationship with the device. Older development tools allow you to compile applications, but they do not offer device connectivity options for more complete development and verification tasks. More information about Visual Studio 2005 and other tools from Microsoft can be found at: http://msdn.Microsoft.com/mobility/Windowsmobile/ howto/Windowsmobile5/default.aspx...
Appendix A Product Specifications Features Your Field PC Operating System Microsoft Windows Mobile ® ® Processor Intel XScale PXA270, 520 MHz ® ® Memory 128 MB low-power RAM Primary Storage Internal solid-state 256 or 512 MB Flash Secondary Storage Internal solid-state 128 MB Flash (portion reserved for OS) Display 3.5”...
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Appendix A: Product Specifications and Pinouts Features Your Field PC Operating -22° to 122°F (-30° to 50°C) Temperature for Devices without Internal Bluetooth Operating -4° to 122°F (-20° to 50°C) Temperature for Devices with Internal Bluetooth Storage -22° to 140°F (-30° to 60°C) Temperature Battery Charging 32°...
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Features Your Field PC COM 1 Port 9-pin D-sub connector; full modem control signals, 5 V @ 200 mA available on DTR pin 4; controlled by DTR signal; conformal coated Current Limits CF card slot: 3.3 V; SD card slot: 3.3 V; USB Host: 5 V; 9-pin D-sub connector: 5 V on DTR line;...
Appendix A: Product Specifications and Pinouts 9-pin serial port pinouts Pin # Description Data Carrier Detect (DCD) Input Receive Data (RCD) Input Transmit Data (TXD) Output Data Terminal Ready (DTR) Output Ground (GND) Data Set Ready (DSR) Input Request To Send (RTS) Output Clear To Send (CTS) Input Ring Indicator (RI) Input...
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Appendix Certifications and Regulatory Information Regulatory Information CE marking...
Appendix B Certifications and Regulatory Information Regulatory information 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 used in a commercial or residential environment.
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Appendix B: Certifications and Regulatory Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this equipment is subject to the following two conditions: 1. The device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CE marking Products bearing the CE marking comply with the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC), the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC), and the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. CE compliance of this device is valid only if powered with/by a CE-marked wall charger provided by the manufacturer.
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Appendix Standard Warranty Terms and Conditions...
Terms and Conditions Limited Product Warranty Juniper Systems, Inc. (“JS”) warrants that the Field PC/Field PCs shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship, under normal intended use, for a period of 12 months from the date of shipment. The Field PC...
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Appendix C: Standard Warranty Terms and Conditions Warranty exclusions This warranty shall not apply if: (i) the product has been set up improperly or has been improperly installed or calibrated, (ii) the product is operated in a manner that is not in accordance with the user documentation, (iii) the product is used for a purpose other than for which it was designed,...
• the operation of its products will be uninterrupted or error free, or • all defects in the product will be corrected. JS shall not be responsible for software, firmware, information, or memory data contained in, stored on, or integrated with any products returned to JS for repair, whether under warranty or not.
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Appendix C: Standard Warranty Terms and Conditions Warranty Repairs To obtain repair or service on the Field PC, contact your authorized repair center within the applicable warranty period to receive a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. Repairs returned without proper authorization may acquire an additional handling fee and/or delay in the repair.
Index Symbols 12V DC jack 9-pin serial port 9-pin serial port pinouts About About window See Wall charger AC adapter. Accessory attachment points ActiveSync as an application in the Programs menu configuring to use with a Bluetooth device connecting as a guest creating a connection creating a device name for multiple partnerships deleting a partnership...
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Index See also Field PC, anatomy of Anatomy of the Field PC See Programs Applications. Applications Manager button functions using to close running programs Applications Manager status icon function image using to stop running programs See Copying Backing up data. to a CF or SD card to a desktop computer Backlight...
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unlocking unlock position Battery door tabs Battery icon Battery pack charging removing while the device is plugged in replacing specifications Battery power, preserving See OBEX (Object Exchange profile) Beaming. Beam settings option Bluetooth cards not recognized by integrated Bluetooth model creating a partnership Dial-Up Networking profile using a cell phone to connect to the Internet...
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Index Human Interface Device (HID) profile OBEX Object Push Profile (OPP) relationship to drivers Serial Port Profile those supported by Microsoft drivers Serial Port Profile configuring ActiveSync on a desktop computer using to communicate with another device using to print Serial Port Profile (SPP) setting up an incoming COM port setting up an outgoing COM port...
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Cable routing channel Calculator application Calendar Calibrating the device Calibration what to do if the device does not completely calibrate Case overmolding Celll phone dial-up connection Certificates settings option Certifications list See Compact Flash card CF card. See Compact Flash card slot CF card slot.
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Index specifications Compact Flash card copying data from if the card is not recognized installing reinserting or changing Compact Flash card slot accessing compatible devices location on Field PC product specifications Connections settings option Contacts application Context menu Context menu button functions Copying from a peripheral device...
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Cutting items to paste See also 12V DC jack DC jack Destination folder See Field PC Device. Device ID tab Device name creating Dial-Up Network (DUN) profile using a cell phone to connect to the Internet Dial-Up Networking (DUN) profile See backlight, dimming Dimming the backlight.
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Index See also Input methods Entering data Enunciators Error Reporting settings option Establishing an ActiveSync partnership Establishing basic settings on the device Excel Excel Mobile Exploring files on the Field PC using ActiveSync using File Explorer Extended caps instructions for installing Factory defaults Field PC about...
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repairing resetting shock absorbency specifications storage temperature range storing for less than two weeks storing for more than two weeks taking out of extended storage unlocking what to do if it runs slowly what to do if the Activesync connection drops Field PC Tutorial As a reference tool File directory in File Explorer...
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Index using to install ActiveSync GPS card GPS receiver using with virual COM ports green notification LED See ActiveSync, connecting as a guest Guest. Hand strap reattaching unhooking See on-device help Help. See also Help Help system Home button about Human Interface Device (HID) Human Interface Device (HID) profile See Status icons...
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input selector arrow Input settings option Inserting memory cards See ActiveSync, installing Installing ActiveSync. instructions Installing applications on the Field PC Installing the battery pack Integrated Bluetooth Internal clock specification Internet connection using Dial-Up Networking to create a connection IP67 Keyboard product specifications Keyboard backlight...
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Index Lock settings option Locked screen Lockup of the device how to restart the device Main screws Manual device reset Measurements of the Field PC Mechanical shock Memory freeing memory by closing running programs product specifications settings option See also Compact Flash card, Secure Memory cards Digital card, USB flash drive Menus settings option...
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Microsoft Word MIL-STD-810F Minimizing a program Mobile Device Modem card Modem Link MSN options Multiple items copying selecting My Device drive name Name creating for the Field PC Network cards settings option Notes Notification LED OBEX (Object Exchange profile) Object Push Profile (OPP) On-device help about accessing...
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Index using Contents using the Search function Opening an item or file Operating system of the Field PC Operating temperature Outgoing Bluetooth COM port Outlook Mobile Overmolding, cleaning Owner Info settings option See ActiveSync, deleting a partnership; Partnership. ActiveSync, establishing a partnership connecting with another device using Bluetooth Passkey entering an assigned passkey...
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See Battery power, Wall charger Power. specifications Power button functions using to restore factory defaults Power button functions Power button menu Powering off the device about instructions Powering on the Field PC PowerPoint Power settings option Preparing for a service center call Printing from the Field PC Product specifications Program Buttons tab...
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Index Reference tools for users Regional settings Remaining battery capacity (status icon) function image Remove Programs settings option Repairing the Field PC Replacing the battery pack Resetting the device As a basic task manual reset Restoring factory defaults See screen, rotating Rotating the display.
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Secure Digital card copying data from installing reinserting or changing a card Secure Digital I/O card slot acceptable devices accessing location on Field PC product specifications Selecting an item Serial number using to create a device name Serial port pinouts See Bluetooth, Serial Port Profile Serial Port Profile.
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Index documentation Sounds and notifications settings option Speaker cleaning Speaker status icon Specifications Standard cap tightening Start menu about accessing functions programs and utilities Start menu button function using to access Start menu Start menu icon Status icons about Applications Manager charge indicator finding additional icons functions...
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Stylus about functions like left button of computer mouse like right button of computer mouse location on Field PC responds inaccurately after recalibration Stylus slot cleaning location on Field PC Stylus strokes no screen response during calibration Suspending the device as compared to powering off the device if the device suspends while charging instructions...
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Index Today screen about as a part of the Start menu locking the device unlocking the device Today settings option Top cap designed to protect removing torque specs for tightening Top cap screws location on Field PC removing tightening Torque specs for the standard cap Touchscreen calibrating checking for damage or wear...
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See Backlight, turning off Turning off the backlight. Unlocking the device Unlock position Upcoming appointments Up soft key USB Client (mini B) location on Field PC using to create an ActiveSync connection USB communications cable Using to create an initial ActiveSync connection Using to reestablish an ActiveSync connection USB devices compatability with Windows Mobile 5.0...
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Index Wall charger assembling using to charge battery pack Wall charger plug Warning dialog for powering off White space Windows 2000 for users of See Windows Mobile 5.0 Windows applications. Windows Media Player Windows Mobile compatible with applications Use with Microsoft Outlook Windows Mobile 5.0 ActiveSync version requirement compatibility with Windows applications...
Installation Instructions Ultra-Rugged Field PC Extended Caps Our extended caps maintain the full ruggedness of the Field PC while allowing you to use CF or SD peripheral devices. This booklet explains how to install each cap and also how to mount an external device like a GPS receiver on your Field PC. Before You Begin • Maximum card lengths for each cap are listed on page 3. To avoid damaging your Field PC, refer to them before inserting a card. • See the Table of Contents to find instructions for installing your specific extended cap.
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Package Contents Communication Cap: • Foam pads in different sizes Universal, Optical, and Data Acquisition (DAQ) Caps: • Foam pads in different sizes • Seal adapter plate and screws • Card pull tabs • Clear CF card spacer Required Tools • #1 Phillips screwdriver • If you are mounting an external device, you need a razor blade or sharp knife...
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Table of Contents Communication Cap ..........4 Universal, Optical, and Data Acquisition (DAQ) Caps .. 6 Mounting an External Device ......... 10 Maximum Card Lengths The maximum total card length for each cap is listed below. CAUTION: Using cards that exceed the maximum lengths listed above may damage your Field PC and void the warranty. Communication Cap 2.75 inches (70 mm) Universal Cap 3.8 inches (96.5 mm) Optical Cap 3.5 inches (89 mm) Data Acquisition Cap 1.43 inches (36.4 mm)
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Communication Cap This section explains how to install the Communication Cap. For instructions on installing the Universal, Optical, and Data Acquisition (DAQ) caps, see the next section. 1. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to loosen the captured top screws on the Field PC. Remove the standard cap.
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2. Insert your card. To keep your card securely in its slot, cushion it by placing small or medium- sized foam pieces inside the top of the cap. Insert enough foam into the cap so that when you slide the cap back onto the Field PC with little pressure, a ¼ inch (6 mm) gap remains between the cap and the Field PC, as shown. ¼ in. (6 mm) gap 3. Tighten the Communication Cap screws until they are firmly in place. To properly seal the cap, apply an extra ¼ to ½ turn after the screws become hard to turn.
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Universal, Optical, and DAQ Caps 1. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to loosen the captured top screws on the Field PC. Remove the standard cap. 2. Place the seal adapter plate onto the Field PC with the arrow pointing towards the display. Tighten the two adapter plate screws. adapter plate screws seal adapter plate...
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This section tells you how to insert your card(s) properly. For memory cards, see step 3. For medium or large CF cards, see step 4. For any other card types, insert your card(s) and skip to step 5. CAUTION: Before inserting a card, make sure the four side screws on the seal adapter plate are backed inch as shown in the first image in step 2. 3. If you are inserting an SD or CF memory card, make it easier to remove by first placing a card pull tab onto the card. Insert the card. 4. A Type I CF card is thinner than a Type II card, so it needs a spacer to keep the card in place. Before you insert a Type I CF card ( inch or 3 mm thick), first insert the card spacer in the CF card slot closest to the front of the Field PC. If you are inserting a Type II CF card (¼ inch or 5.5 mm thick), do...
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5. Once you have inserted your card(s), tighten the four small side screws until the top of each screw is flush with the outside of the gasket piece. CAUTION: Before removing an inserted card, loosen the four small side screws by inch (3 mm). 6. If you inserted a camera SD card, insert large foam pieces inside the top of the cap to keep the camera in place. Stack enough foam in the top of the cap so that when you slide the cap into place with little pres- sure, a ¼ inch (6 mm) gap re- mains between the cap and the Field PC. This gap closes when you secure the cap in step 8. ¼ inch (6 mm) gap...
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7. If you are using the Data Acquisition (DAQ) Cap, plug the wiring harness into the inserted Data Acquisition CF card. 8. Tighten the cap screws until they are firmly in place. If you inserted foam into the cap in step 6, first press down on the cap so the screws engage. To properly seal the cap, apply an extra ¼ or ½ turn after the screws become hard to turn. Note: Even if a small gap remains between the extended cap and the body molding, the Field PC is fully sealed.
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Mounting an External Device Overview The Field PC features a convenient cable channel that hides cables attached to an external device you mount on the Universal, Optical, or Data Acquisition Caps. External devices might include an external RS-232 sensor (such as a GPS receiver) or a USB device. This section explains how to insert a cable in the cable channel and how to mount the external device onto the extended cap. These instructions assume you have already installed your extended cap onto the Field PC. 1. Turn off the Field PC and remove the extended cap, bottom hand strap latch, battery door, and battery pack. Leave the serial adapter plate in place. Carefully remove the four side screws on the body molding and slide off the body molding about 1 inch (2.5 cm).
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2. Thread the sensor cable along the cable channel and out through the body molding. 3. With the cable in place, slide the body molding into place and tighten the four side screws. Replace the battery pack, battery door, and hand strap.
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4. Connect the sensor connec- tor to the 9-pin serial port or USB host port. 5. Make sure the seal adapter plate is properly installed. CAUTION: The seal adapter plate must be installed to seal the Field PC. If you have not already installed the seal adapter plate onto your Field PC, see steps 2–4 of the previous section for instructions.
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6. To give the cable an exit through the extended cap, cut the thin rubber overmolding on the extended cap along the entire scribe line using a razor blade or sharp knife. make cut here 7. Slide the extended cap onto the Field PC and push the sensor cable through the incision you made so that the cable exits out of the top of the cable channel. Note: The incision does not affect the seal of the Field PC. incision...
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8. Tighten the cap screws until they are firmly in place. To properly seal the cap, apply an extra ¼ to ½ turn after the screws become hard to turn. 9. Mount the sensor on the front of the extended cap and secure it with a strap. Note: An optional sensor mounting strap is available for purchase. The figure here shows a GPS antenna mounted on the Universal Cap and secured with the sensor mounting strap.