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  • Page 1 Reference Guide...
  • Page 3 ULTRA-RUGGED FIELD PC Reference Guide...
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Overview of Windows Mobile 6........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 ....
  • Page 6 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...
  • Page 7 Create a Bluetooth partnership ........65 Bluetooth virtual COM ports ..........67 Set up an outgoing Bluetooth COM port .....68 Set up an incoming Bluetooth COM port .....71 Supported Bluetooth Profiles ® Serial Port Profile (SPP) .............75 Dial-Up Networking (DUN) Profile .........78 Human Interface Device (HID) Profile ......81 Object Push Profile (OPP) or beaming ......82 10 Caring for Your Field PC...
  • Page 8 Appendix B: Certifications and Regulatory Information Regulatory information .............112 CE marking ................114 Appendix C: Standard Warranty Terms and Conditions Limited Product Warranty ..........118 Index Additional Section: Installation Instructions for the Extended Caps...
  • Page 9 Introduction Overview of Windows Mobile ® Using the documentation The anatomy of the Field PC...

  • Page 10: Introduction

    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 ® ® 6, your Field PC features a wide variety of application software and accessory choices. Use it to navigate, research, document, and communicate.

  • Page 11: Using The Documentation

    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) •...

  • Page 12: The Anatomy Of The Field Pc

    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...
  • Page 13 Chapter 1: Introduction Top view with standard 24 25 Top view without cap Bottom view showing communications module 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 A ccessory attachment points (5.3 cm. center to center 4-40 UNC thread) 29 USB Client (mini B) 30 12V DC jack 31 9-pin serial port 32 USB Host (mini A)
  • Page 15 Getting Started Install the battery pack Charge the battery pack Establish basic settings on the device Connecting to a desktop computer Creating a connection to a desktop computer...

  • Page 16: Getting Started

    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.

  • Page 17: Step 2: Charge The Battery Pack

    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.
  • Page 18 To create a name, follow these steps: 1. Tap Start > Settings. 2. From the System tab, tap About. 3. Select the Device ID tab at the bottom of the screen. 4. Type in a device name. We recommend using “SN” (serial number) and the device serial number, which can be found by tapping Start >...

  • Page 19: Step 4: Connecting To A Desktop Computer

    Chapter 2: Getting Started 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, ®...

  • Page 20: Step 5: Creating A Connection To A Desktop Computer

    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: Creating a connection to a desktop computer Plug USB Client end (mini B) of the USB...
  • Page 21 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...

  • Page 22: Using The Hardware

    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 •...

  • Page 23: Customizing Button Functions

    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...
  • Page 24 • 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 > Personal tab >...

  • Page 25: Suspending, Powering Off, Resetting, And Restoring Factory Defaults

    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.
  • Page 26 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 charger.

  • Page 27: Using The Stylus

    Chapter 3: Using the Hardware • screen goes dark. After a few seconds, the device turns two plac on again. ress bar Restoring the device to its factory state. Follow the drawn. E steps below to restore the user storage, settings, and icons on your Field PC to their original factory defaults.

  • Page 28: Using The Touchscreen

    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 See Entering Information, a section in the next chapter about data entry...
  • Page 29 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.

  • Page 30: Understanding Led Signals

    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. A flashing light signals that the battery is currently charging; a solid light signals that the wall charger is connected but that the battery is fully charged.
  • Page 31 Chapter 3: Using the Hardware 4. Press on the battery door about 1/4” beneath the door latch and slide the door latch to the right. 5. Remove the battery door. Note: The door may make a noise while it is being removed, caused by the door scraping against the battery.

  • Page 32: Using Peripheral Devices Such As Cf Cards, Sd Cards, And Usb Flash Drives

    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.
  • Page 33 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 •...
  • Page 34 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. Installing a CF or SD card. To operate a card, insert the card into the appropriate card slot, located under the standard cap of the Field PC.
  • Page 35 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...
  • Page 36 CAUTION: When the standard cap is removed, the Field PC is not sealed. Avoid exposing the Field PC 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.
  • Page 37 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...

  • Page 38: Using The Field Pc

    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 •...

  • Page 39: Using The Start Menu

    Chapter 4: Using the Field PC Go to Start > Settings > Today > Items tab and select Device Lock to have the option appear on the Today screen. To lock the device, simply tap on the words “Device unlocked.” To unlock the device, tap on the word “Unlock”...
  • Page 40 Use 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 >...

  • Page 41: Recognizing Status Icons

    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.

  • Page 42: Recognizing Soft Keys

    Recognizing soft keys These context-sensitive keys appear as words, buttons, or tabs on the menu bar. Tap on these keys to perform 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.

  • Page 43: Dimming Or Turning Off The Backlight

    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.

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Backlight Timer

    Adjusting the backlight timer By default, the display and keypad backlights are set to turn off after one minute of inactivity. To adjust the time when your backlight turns off, follow these steps: 1. Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Backlight. The Backlight window appears.

  • Page 45: Common Tasks

    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...

  • Page 46: Performing Common Tasks On The Field Pc

    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 •...

  • Page 47: Powering Off The Field Pc

    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.

  • Page 48: Resetting The Device

    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.

  • Page 49: Closing Running Programs

    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.

  • Page 50: Switching Between Running Programs

    Switching between running programs To switch between programs running on your Field PC, follow these steps: 1. Press the Applications Manager button. 2. Tap and hold program you want to switch to. 3. Tap Switch To from the pop up menu. The program comes to the forefront.

  • Page 51: Changing Settings

    Chapter 5: Performing Common Tasks on the Field PC Changing settings To change settings on your device, follow these steps: Tap 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.

  • Page 52: Backing Up Data

    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. Backing up to a desktop computer.
  • Page 53 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 >...
  • Page 54 4. Tap and hold the stylus on the Edit option, as shown here. 5. Choose Copy from the menu that appears. 6. Select the CF or SD card from the file directory. 7. To paste the files from your Field PC to the CF or SD card, tap the Menu soft key and choose Edit >...

  • Page 55: Copying Data From A Peripheral Device

    Chapter 5: Performing Common Tasks on the Field PC Copying data from a peripheral device You can copy data from a CF card, SD card, or USB flash drive onto your Field PC by following these steps: 1. On the Field PC, tap Start > Programs > File Explorer. 2.
  • Page 56 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.
  • Page 57 Communicating with a Desktop Computer Install ActiveSync on a desktop ® computer Creating an ActiveSync connection ® Install Windows Mobile Device ® Center on a desktop computer Creating a Windows Mobile Device ® center connection...

  • Page 58: Communicating With A Desktop Computer

    Chapter 6 Communicating with a Desktop Computer In Chapter 2, you learned how to create an ActiveSync partnership between your Field PC and your desktop computer. In this chapter, learn how to— • Install ActiveSync on a desktop computer ® •...

  • Page 59: Creating An Activesync ® Connection

    Chapter 6: Communicating with a Desktop Computer Creating an ActiveSync ® Connection 1. Plug USB Client end (mini B) of the USB communications cable into your Field PC. 2. Plug the USB Host end (full size A) of the USB communications cable into your desktop computer.

  • Page 60: Creating Windows Mobile Device Center Connection

    3. Select “Run this program from its current location” and click OK. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen. Creating Windows Mobile ® Device Center Connection Once Windows Mobile® Device Center has been installed, create a connection at any time by plugging one end of a USB cable into the computer and the other end into the Field PC.
  • Page 61 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...

  • Page 62: Getting To Know Programs And Settings

    Chapter 7 Getting to Know Programs and Set- tings 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...
  • Page 63 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. Use this program to store the contact •...

  • Page 64: Understanding Applications In The Programs Menu

    • 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...
  • Page 65 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...
  • Page 66 • Search. The search function helps you find files or programs. Tasks. Use this application to enter new tasks or to • view and modify existing tasks. • Toggle TS. Tap this icon to toggle the touch screen on and off. When the touch screen is turned off, navigate by using the directional buttons and...

  • Page 67: Finding Settings

    Chapter 7: Getting to Know Programs and Settings Finding settings To locate settings, tap Start > Settings. The Settings window appears, showing three menu tabs: Personal, System, and Connections. Use the following chart to identify the location of specific settings. Setting Personal System...
  • Page 68 Setting Personal System Connections Regional settings Remove programs Screen Sounds and notifications Today For instructions on changing settings, see the on-device help.
  • Page 69 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...

  • Page 70: Using The Integrated Bluetooth Option

    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 •...

  • Page 71: Identify The Power Status Of Bluetooth Using Wireless Manager

    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. By tapping this line, you open Wireless Manager, a utility that controls Bluetooth.
  • Page 72 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 Off and 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.

  • Page 73: Create A Bluetooth Partnership

    Chapter 8: Using the Integrated Bluetooth Option 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.
  • Page 74 3. Tap Bluetooth > Devices tab > Add New Device. Your device searches for other devices with Bluetooth 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.

  • Page 75: Bluetooth Virtual Com Ports

    Chapter 8: Using the Integrated Bluetooth Option Important: If the Bluetooth device does not use a passkey, leave the passkey blank and tap Next, as shown in the first image below. A message appears, asking if you want to add the device to the device list.

  • Page 76: Set Up An Outgoing Bluetooth Com Port

    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. For example, when you are using a Bluetooth GPS receiver, the Field PC initiates the request for data;...
  • Page 77 Chapter 8: Using the Integrated Bluetooth Option 3. Tap New Outgoing Port, the second option. 4. 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.
  • Page 78 5. 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. 6. 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.

  • Page 79: Set Up An Incoming Bluetooth Com Port

    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.
  • Page 81 Supported Bluetooth ® profiles Serial Port Profile Dial-Up Networking (DUN) Profile Human Interface Device (HID) Profile Object Push Profile (OPP)

  • Page 82: Supported Bluetooth Profiles

    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.

  • Page 83: Serial Port Profile (Spp)

    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 •...
  • Page 84 7. Choose the COM Ports tab. Choose New Outgoing Port and tap Next. Select a COM port that is available. 8. Important: Deselect (clear) the Secure Connection checkbox. Deselecting this option ensures that the device disconnects the Bluetooth connection only when you tell it to.
  • Page 85 Chapter 9: Supported Bluetooth Profiles desktop. 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.

  • Page 86: Dial-Up Networking (Dun) Profile

    need to first discover the Bluetooth printer. To do so, follow these steps: 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.
  • Page 87 Chapter 9: Supported Bluetooth Profiles documentation that came with your cell phone for instructions.) 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.
  • Page 88 connection. 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.

  • Page 89: Human Interface Device (Hid) Profile

    Chapter 9: Supported Bluetooth Profiles 21. Tap Finish. 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.

  • Page 90: Object Push Profile (Opp) Or Beaming

    PC and tap Next. If the device needs no passkey, 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 No when you are asked whether you want to add the device to the device list allows you to proceed to the next screen;...
  • Page 91 Chapter 9: Supported Bluetooth Profiles appears. 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.
  • Page 93 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...

  • Page 94: Caring For Your Field Pc

    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 •...
  • Page 95 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.

  • Page 96: Protecting The Touchscreen

    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.

  • Page 97: Protecting The Field Pc Against Mechanical Shock

    Chapter 10: Caring for Your Field PC Protecting the Field PC against mechanical shock The Field PC is designed for protection from mechanical shock. It can be dropped from up to five feet (1.524m) onto concrete. Shock protection is guaranteed only when the top cap and body molding are securely in place.

  • Page 98: Equipment Warnings

    • Do not install the battery pack backwards so that the polarity is reversed. • Do not connect the positive terminal and the negative terminal of the battery pack to each other with any metal object (such as wire). • Do not solder directly onto the battery pack.

  • Page 99: Using The Field Pc In Extreme Temperatures

    Chapter 10: Caring for Your Field PC Using the Field PC in extreme temperatures The Field PC operates in ranges from -22° F to 122° F (-30° C to 50° C). To help your device function properly, store the device indoors when possible. Other tips: •...
  • Page 100 Touchscreen. To clean the touchscreen, follow these steps: 1. Press the power button briefly to suspend the device. 2. If you applied a protector to the touchscreen, carefully remove it. 3. Apply water or a mild cleaning solution such as Windex or 409 to a microfiber cloth and gently...

  • Page 101: Repairing The Field Pc

    Chapter 10: Caring for Your Field PC Speaker and microphone. If debris gets in the speaker or microphone, use a soft bristle brush to remove it. Do not insert any object into the speaker or microphone holes. Stylus slot. Rinse the stylus slot with water. Display bezel.
  • Page 102 To find the nearest battery recycling center in the USA, visit the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation’s website at www.rbrc.org/call2recycle/index.html or call 1-800-8-battery. The Field PC contains no mercury or cadmium.
  • Page 103 Troubleshooting and Service Tips Troubleshooting tips Preparing for a service center call...

  • Page 104: Troubleshooting And Service Tips

    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 .
  • Page 105 Chapter 11: Troubleshooting and Service Tips 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. Only charge the battery pack in temperatures between 32°F and 104°F (0°C and 40°C).
  • Page 106 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. Press the Applications Manager button. Application Manager window appears. 2. Select the program(s) you want to close. 3.

  • Page 107: Preparing For A Service Center Call

    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...
  • Page 109 Information for Software Developers Programming documentation Software Development Kit (SDK) Software development tools...

  • Page 110: Information For Software Developers

    Chapter 12 Information for Software Developers Programming documentation Documentation for programming Microsoft Windows Mobile can be found at: ® http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/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 6 SDK for Pocket PC devices can be found at: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.
  • Page 111 Chapter 12: Information for Software Developers Software development tools Microsoft recommends Visual Studio for Windows ® Mobile development. This tool gives users the ability to create “native” code so they can debug and test in a 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.

  • Page 113: Specifications

    Appendix Product Specifications Product Specifications 9-Pin Serial Port Pinouts...

  • Page 114: Appendix A: Product Specifications

    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 512 MB Flash Secondary Storage Internal solid-state 128 MB Flash (portion reserved for OS) Display 3.5”...
  • Page 115 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°...
  • Page 116 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;...

  • Page 117: 9-Pin Serial Port Pinouts

    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 A wiring diagram is shown below.
  • Page 119 Appendix Certifications and Regulatory Information Regulatory Information CE marking...

  • Page 120: Regulatory Information

    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.
  • Page 121 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.

  • Page 122: Ce Marking

    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.
  • Page 123 Appendix B: Certifications and Regulatory Information Environmental Hazards The product complies with international RoHS regulations. This product complies with international regulations forRestriction on Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) RoHS RoHS COMPLIANT COMPLIANT 2002 / 95 / EC 2002 / 95 / EC FM Approved Class I Div 2 The FM approved Class I Div 2 Field PC should be used with caution when...
  • Page 125 Appendix Standard Warranty Terms and Conditions...

  • Page 126: Appendix C: 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...
  • Page 127 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,...

  • Page 128: Limitation Of Liability

    • 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.
  • Page 129 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.
  • Page 131 Index...

  • Page 132: Index

    Index Index Symbols 12V DC jack 9-pin serial port 9-pin serial port pinouts About See Wall charger AC adapter. Accessory attachment points ActiveSync as an application in the Programs menu configuring to use with a Bluetooth device Creating a connection creating a connection establishing a partnership installing the latest version...
  • Page 133 Index Applications Manager status icon function image See Copying Backing up data. to a CF or SD card to a desktop computer Backlight dimming keyboard backlight stays on after power off settings option See Backlight timer timer. turning off Backlight timer about adjusting See Battery pack...
  • Page 134 removing while the device is plugged in 24 replacing 22 specifications 107 Battery power, preserving 17 , 39 Beaming. See OBEX (Object Exchange profile) Beam settings option 59 Bluetooth cards not recognized by integrated Bluetooth model 74 creating a partnership 65 Dial-Up Networking profile 74 , 78 using a cell phone to connect to the Internet 78 using a cordless modem to connect to the Internet 80...
  • Page 135 Index 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 turning on or off using a Field PC with integrated Bluetooth virtual COM ports using to connect with a GPS receiver Bluetooth card...
  • Page 136 what to do if the device does not completely calibrate Case overmolding 92 Celll phone dial-up connection 78 Certificates settings option 59 Certifications list 108 CF card. See Compact Flash card CF card slot. See Compact Flash card slot Charge indicator 33 Charge LED about 22 flashing 9...
  • Page 137 Index accessing compatible devices location on Field PC product specifications Connections settings option Contacts application Context menu Context menu button functions Copying 26 , 47 from a peripheral device to a CF or SD card to a desktop computer using the stylus Cordless modem using with Bluetooth to connect to the Internet Creating an ActiveSync connection...
  • Page 138 Device. See Field PC Device ID tab 10 Device name creating 10 Dial-Up Network (DUN) profile using a cell phone to connect to the Internet 78 Dial-Up Networking (DUN) profile 74 , 78 Dimming the backlight. See backlight, dimming Discoverable Bluetooth mode 65 Display product specifications 106...
  • Page 139 Index Establishing an ActiveSync partnership Establishing basic settings on the device Excel Excel Mobile Exploring files on the Field PC using File Explorer Extended caps instructions for installing Factory defaults Field PC about anatomy of cleaning display bezel speaker and microphone stylus slot touchscreen in case the device locks up...
  • Page 140 storing for more than two weeks 87 taking out of extended storage 87 unlocking 97 what to do if it runs slowly 97 what to do if the Activesync connection drops 98 Field PC Tutorial As a reference tool 3 File directory in File Explorer 40 File Explorer about 57...
  • Page 141 Index Hand strap 8 , 24 reattaching unhooking See on-device help Help. 2 . See also Help Help system Home button about Human Interface Device (HID) Human Interface Device (HID) profile See Status icons Icons. Incoming Bluetooth COM port Input method icon Input method menu Input methods Block Recognizer...
  • Page 142 Installing the battery pack 8 Integrated Bluetooth 62 Internal clock specification 108 Internet connection using Dial-Up Networking to create a connection 78 IP67 107 Keyboard product specifications 106 Keyboard backlight 39 Landscape view 34 LED signals about 22 charge LED 22 notification LED 22 using to power off the device 18 using to power on the device 39...
  • Page 143 Index Manual device reset Measurements of the Field PC Mechanical shock Memory freeing memory by closing running programs product specifications settings option 3 . See also Compact Flash card, Secure Memory cards Digital card, USB flash drive Menus settings option Messaging Microphone cleaning...
  • Page 144 Name creating for the Field PC 9 Network cards settings option 59 Notes 57 Notification LED 22 OBEX (Object Exchange profile) 62 , 82 Object Push Profile (OPP) 74 , 82 On-device help about 43 , 56 accessing 43 as a reference tool 2 finding program-specific help 43 using Contents 43 using the Search function 43...
  • Page 145 Index Passkey entering an assigned passkey if no passkey is needed Pasting to copy files from a peripheral device using the stylus See CF card, SD card, USB flash drive Peripheral devices. acceptable devices copying data to the Field PC from a peripheral device Physical measurements of the Field PC Pictures &...
  • Page 146 Printing from the Field PC 77 Product specifications 106 Program Buttons tab 16 Programs as an option on the Start menu 55 closing running programs 41 switching between running programs 42 Programs menu about 56 applications. See Programs Reassigning a program or shortcut to a button 16 Recalibrating the touchscreen 97 Reference tools for users 3 Regional settings 60...
  • Page 147 Index Running programs 41 . See also Applications Manager, programs closing on the Start menu Screen does not respond to stylus strokes rotating settings option See screen, rotating Screen orientation. Screen protector applying See Secure Digital card, Secure Digital I/O card SD card.
  • Page 148 Serial Port Profile. See Bluetooth, Serial Port Profile Serial Port Profile (SPP) 74 Service center 99 Settings as an option on the Start menu 55 Connections menu 59 menus 55 options and locations 59 Personal menu. See Programs System menu 59 Shock, mechanical 89 Soft keys about 34...
  • Page 149 Index Start menu button function using to access Start menu Start menu icon Status icons about Applications Manager charge indicator finding additional icons functions remaining battery capacity See Status icons speaker. Storage capabilities Storage temperature Storing the device by powering off Stylus about functions...
  • Page 150 17 , 38 instructions to replace the battery pack while the device is charging Tasks Temperature battery charging specs operating storage Tightening the top cap torque specs See Backlight timer Timer. Today screen about as a part of the Start menu locking the device unlocking the device Today settings option...
  • Page 151 Index 21 , 92 cleaning 21 , 97 if the stylus responds inaccurately product specifications protecting See Copying; ActiveSync, transferring Transferring files. files to and from the Field PC Troubleshooting tips calibration is incomplete CF or SD card is not recognized Field PC drops ActiveSync connection Field PC runs slowly touchscreen responds inaccurately...
  • Page 152 USB Host (mini A) acceptable devices location on Field PC using to create an ActiveSync connection USB mini-to-full size adapter User Documentation CD Using programs installed on the Field PC Using the Field PC Virtual COM ports for Bluetooth Wall charger assembling using to charge battery pack Wall charger plug...
  • Page 153 Index 11 , 51 Windows Mobile Device Center Creating a Connection Windows Vista synchronization options Windows XP for users of Wireless communication options See Microsoft Word Word.

  • Page 155: Extended Caps

    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.
  • Page 156 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...
  • Page 157 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)
  • Page 158 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.
  • Page 159 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.
  • Page 160 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...
  • Page 161 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...
  • Page 162 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...
  • Page 163 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.
  • Page 164 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).
  • Page 165 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.
  • Page 166 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.
  • Page 167 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...
  • Page 168 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.
  • Page 170 Selection Chart CF & SDIO cards Wi-Fi Cellular Modem Bluetooth (Class 1 or 2) Digital Camera GPS Receiver Bar Code Scanner RFID Scanner NI CF-6004 CF Memory Card SDIO Memory Card P/N 15147-01 © Copyright 11/06. Juniper Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Information subject to change without notice.

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