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skeye.dart (FFE, XKE and PBV)
HW 90240 – HW 90241
Version 1.06
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  • Page 1 skeye.dart (FFE, XKE and PBV) HW 90240 – HW 90241 Version 1.06 U s e r G u i d e...
  • Page 2 This document and its contents shall not be reproduced or transferred in any form without express permission. Compensation will be claimed for any infringement. All rights reserved in the event of patenting or registration of utility models. © Höft & Wessel AG 2014 Subject to amendment, errors excepted BHB_skeye-dart_HW90240_1-06_EN.doc...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of contents Introduction ....................5 Document Information ................5 Changes ....................5 Purpose of the document ................5 Readership ....................5 Identification ..................... 6 Terminology ....................6 Intended Use .................... 7 Safety Notes ..................... 7 1.8.1 General Safety Notes ................
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS 4.2.6 Showing/Hiding the Keyboard............... 32 4.2.7 Basic Settings..................32 4.2.7.1 Calibrating the Touch Screen ............33 4.2.7.2 Setting the Brightness ..............35 Further Functions and Settings ..............36 Setting of Display Orientation and -Dissolution ..........36 Scan of Barcodes ..................36 Scan Keys ....................
  • Page 5: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Document Information Introduction The skeye.dart (V6) is a modern industrial PDA. It has been designed for the use as self scanning terminal or mobile terminal for field applications. You can choose between several variants. With protection level IP54 against dust and moisture and drop protection of 1.20 m the skeye.dart is proper for the use in rough environments.
  • Page 6: Identification

    INTRODUCTION Identification Identification Having removed the battery (see chapter 3.3.2) the serial number sticker with a labelling similar to the following becomes visible. HW 90240/V6G5R8B3E4S8. This does not only show the hardware version of the device (V6) but only the features like e.g.
  • Page 7: Intended Use

    INTRODUCTION Intended Use Intended Use The skeye.dart has been designed for use in the commercial sector and for acquiring and transferring data within buildings or vehicles or outside under moderate climate conditions. The skeye.dart is not intended for distribution to private households. Please pay attention to the information of this user guide, especially the safety notes.
  • Page 8: Safety Notes For The Lithium-Ion Battery

    INTRODUCTION Safety Notes ♦ Interference may be noticed near electric devices. Therefore, always pay attention to local safety regulations. ♦ Users with hearings aids must note that radio signals of electronic devices (with radio equipment) may launch into hearing devices causing an unpleasant noise. Maintenance, Service and disturbances: ♦...
  • Page 9 INTRODUCTION Safety Notes Ambient conditions: ♦ The temperature may not be outside the admissible operating temperature range of -10 to +50 degrees centigrade. The temperature may be within the range of 0 °C to +40 °C during charging. ♦ Do not discard the battery into fire and do not leave it in a hot place such as near a fire or on a heater.
  • Page 10 INTRODUCTION Safety Notes Operation: ♦ For operation of the device use the delivered battery only. Please use the battery only for the determined purpose. ♦ Do not use the battery in any device other than those specified in this manual. Depending on the device being used, doing so may cause abnormal current flow, leakage of battery fluid, heat generation, bursting or fire.
  • Page 11 INTRODUCTION Safety Notes Health hazards: ♦ If a battery leaks, and the electrolyte enters the eye, do not rub but rinse out thoroughly under flowing water and then seek medical assistance. Otherwise, eye damage can result. ♦ If a battery leaks and the electrolyte makes contact with clothing or the skin, the skin or clothing must be rinsed out under flowing water in order to prevent damage to the skin.
  • Page 12: Safety Notes For The Communication Cradle/ Battery Charger

    INTRODUCTION Safety Notes 1.8.3 Safety Notes for the Communication Cradle/ Battery Charger ♦ The battery may only be charged with the battery charging device recommended by the manufacturer. The utilisation of another battery charger might be dangerous and leads to an end of the warranty. ♦...
  • Page 13: Safety Notes On The Camera/Imager With Led Aimer (Optional)

    INTRODUCTION Safety Notes 1.8.5 Safety Notes on the Camera/Imager with LED Aimer (optional) If your skeye.dart is equipped with an imager module with integrated LED aimer, please observe the following notes: The LED light source is classified as a class 1 LED according to the following standard: IEC60825-1 ED 1.2:2001.
  • Page 14: Safety Notes On Wireless Lan/Bluetooth

    INTRODUCTION Disposal 1.8.7 Safety Notes on Wireless LAN/Bluetooth A Wireless LAN- or Bluetooth-communication can be realised using an integrated module. If your skeye.dart is equipped with a WiFI-/Bluetooth-module, please pay attention to the safety notes. Radio facilities – as well as Wireless LAN and Bluetooth - are subject to certain restrictions during use near electronical devices.
  • Page 15: Explanations On This Manual

    INTRODUCTION Explanations on this Manual 1.10 Explanations on this Manual The User Manual is designed to enable you to get your skeye.dart up and running quickly and is structured as follows: ♦ Introduction ♦ Taking into operation ♦ Software ♦ Communication/Data exchange ♦...
  • Page 16: Registered Trademark

    INTRODUCTION Explanations on this Manual 1.10.2 Registered Trademark The following terms and names used in this manual are registered trademarks and products of the corresponding companies: • ® ® ® ® Microsoft , Windows , Windows NT , Windows , Windows CE , Windows ®...
  • Page 17: Skeye.dart

    SKEYE.DART Variants of the Base Types skeye.dart Variants of the Base Types There are several different hardware variants available for the skeye.dart. In contrast to the other variants the FFE variant posseses additional GSM/GPRS/EDGE- and GPS modules. Fig. 2: skeye.dart FFE Fig.
  • Page 18: Hardware Equipment

    SKEYE.DART Hardware Equipment Hardware Equipment All Variants incl. battery 128 MB DDR-RAM, 256 MB Flash Integrated Wireless LAN module, 802.11 b/g Bluetooth SIM card slot MicroSD card slot 1 skeye.dart ScanCam 11 key keyboard 2 skeye.dart FFE ScanCam or imager GPRS 11 key keyboard 3 skeye.dart PBV...
  • Page 19: Views

    SKEYE.DART Views Views 2.6.1 Front View LEDs Imager/Camera Loud speaker Scanner key Scanner key Function key 2 Function key 1 Show/Hide touch keypad (Depends on KDI!) Power-on and Scan key Microphone Enter key Esc key Standby (press about 5 s) In Bootloader: Cursor keys Enter key...
  • Page 20: Side View

    SKEYE.DART LED Function Displays 2.6.2 Side View System Power supply Headset Imager/Camera interface unit connection connection Fig. 7: Lower side Fig. 8: Upper side 2.6.3 Rear View Loud speaker Stylus Battery locking Battery compartment (can be screwed) With screw Microstix 3 wing FPHM2-0,4x6 Skeye Order No.
  • Page 21: Taking Into Operation

    TAKING INTO OPERATION Inserting the Micro SD Card Taking into Operation The mobile terminal comes with a separate battery. Before inserting the battery, the Micro SD card and the SIM card should be inserted first, if available. Inserting the Micro SD Card A Micro SD card as well as a MicroSDHC card can be used as storage medium.
  • Page 22: Insertions Of The Sim Card

    TAKING INTO OPERATION Insertions of the SIM Card Insertions of the SIM Card *only available in the skeye.dart FFE version The SIM card necessary for the GSM/GRPS/EDGE function is inserted into the designated slot under the battery. • Remove the battery (see chapter 3.3.2). •...
  • Page 23: Battery

    TAKING INTO OPERATION Battery Battery 3.3.1 Inserting the Battery There is only one way to insert the battery. Insert the battery with its noses at the rounded part into the relevant recesses inside the battery compartment. Press the battery until it audibly engages. See also chapter 3.3.2.
  • Page 24: Replacing The Battery

    TAKING INTO OPERATION Battery 3.3.2 Replacing the Battery We recommend before removing the battery: 1. Save data first. 2. Suspend the skeye.dart. Then, wait for about 10 sec. Only then the RAM is sustained. 3. At last, remove the battery. Push the battery locking down, keep it pressed and remove the battery.
  • Page 25: Switching On/Switching Off The Skeye.dart

    TAKING INTO OPERATION Switching On/Switching Off the skeye.dart Switching On/Switching Off the skeye.dart 3.4.1 Switching On The mobile terminal is switched-on by pressing the round button in the middle. Power-on Power-on button button Fig. 15: Switch-on the device 3.4.2 Switching Off the skeye.dart There are three ways to switch off your skeye.dart: ♦...
  • Page 26 TAKING INTO OPERATION Switching On/Switching Off the skeye.dart Suspending the skeye.dart: 1. Tap [Start] in the task bar. The Start menu opens up. Task bar Fig. 16: Start menu 2. Tap Suspend. 3. Press the red key (bottom right) for about 5 sec or the On/Off key (bottom right) at the skeye.dart XKE for about 2 sec.
  • Page 27: Automatic Standby - Power Supply

    TAKING INTO OPERATION Switching On/Switching Off the skeye.dart 3.4.2.2 Automatic Standby – Power Supply Use the Power Supply function to save battery life. If you do not operate the unit for a certain time e.g. the display will be dimmed or the unit is set to suspend mode.
  • Page 28: Complete Power Off By Removing The Battery

    TAKING INTO OPERATION Switching On/Switching Off the skeye.dart 3.4.2.3 Complete Power Off by Removing the Battery Completely power off your skeye.dart in the following situations: ♦ if you do not operate your skeye.dart for a longer period of time (battery saving) ♦...
  • Page 29: Initial Steps

    INITIAL STEPS Operating the skeye.dart with the Stylus Initial Steps 1. Insert the battery (see chapter 3.3.2). 2. Switch on the skeye.dart by pressing the middle scan key. 3. Take out the stylus (Fig. 9: Rear view). Operating the skeye.dart with the Stylus The stylus functions as a computer mouse.
  • Page 30: Microsoft Windows Ce - Basics

    INITIAL STEPS Microsoft Windows CE – Basics Microsoft Windows CE – Basics This mobile terminal supports the following Windows CE version: 6.0 (copy deadline, subject to changes). 4.2.1 Start Screen Apart from the application program the Mobile Terminal features the Windows CE surface.
  • Page 31: Desktop Symbols

    INITIAL STEPS Microsoft Windows CE – Basics 4.2.3 Desktop Symbols The following list contains an explanation of the symbols which can usually be found on a Windows CE surface: Symbol Program Description Displays the storage locations available on the mobile terminal e.g.
  • Page 32: Right Mouse Button Function

    INITIAL STEPS Microsoft Windows CE – Basics 4.2.5 Right Mouse Button Function The right mouse button is used to open popup menus that support functions like Copying, Deleting, and Sending. To call the functions of the right mouse button tap the element for which you want to perform the action and keep the stylus pressed.
  • Page 33: Calibrating The Touch Screen

    INITIAL STEPS Microsoft Windows CE – Basics 4.2.7.1 Calibrating the Touch Screen This function is required to fine-tune the touch screen; the better the touch screen is calibrated the more precisely it will react. When calibrating the touch screen note the following: •...
  • Page 34 INITIAL STEPS Microsoft Windows CE – Basics 3. In the Stylus Properties window tap the Calibration tab. Fig. 21: Stylus Properties | Calibration 4. On the Calibraton tab select Recalibrate. The window for calibrating the touch appears. 5. Position the stylus in the centre of the cross displayed (the more precise, the better the touch screen will respond later) and hold the position until the cross changes its position.
  • Page 35: Setting The Brightness

    INITIAL STEPS Microsoft Windows CE – Basics 4.2.7.2 Setting the Brightness 1. Launch: Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel The "Control Panel" menu appears. 2. In the Control Panel window double tap the following symbol: The “Display Properties” window appears. 3.
  • Page 36: Further Functions And Settings

    FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS Setting of Display Orientation and -Dissolution Further Functions and Settings Start ⇒ Programs ⇒ Utilities … Setting of Display Orientation and -Dissolution Select: Start ⇒ Programs ⇒ Utilities ⇒ DisplaySet Select the appropriate depiction/dissolution and confirm with [OK]: Fig.
  • Page 37: Scan Keys

    FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS Scan Keys Scan Keys For scanning or camera operation you can use the middle round key or the keys at the sides. = Scanner keys Fig. 24: Scanner keys 01.07.2014 • 1.06...
  • Page 38: Hwimagertool

    FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS HWImagerTool HWImagerTool The program "HWImagerTool"supports barcode and image scanning. The following functions are available: Background scanning Scanning barcodes is triggered by pressing the scan key of the mobile terminal. Depending on transfer settings successfully read barcodes are written to the window having the focus or are transferred via LAN.
  • Page 39: Sysap

    FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS SysAP SysAP Launch: Start ⇒ Programs ⇒ Utilities ⇒ SysAP The following settings are supported: • WIFI Power: on or off • Bluetooth Power: on or off • Vibrator Power: on or off Fig. 26: SysAP, Modules Select the Speaker tab.
  • Page 40: Soundset

    FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS Soundset Soundset Launch: Start ⇒ Programs ⇒ Utilities ⇒ SoundSet The following settings can be performed: • Speaker: Loudspeaker volume for internal and/or loudspeaker of headsets Headset 1, can be connected via system interface Headset 2, can be connected via the audio interface for pick-by-voice applications (for PBV version only).
  • Page 41: System Info

    FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS System Info System Info Launch: Start ⇒ Programs ⇒ Utilities ⇒ SysInfo Fig. 30: SysInfo ♦ The Versions tab displays information on operating system, serial number, and battery parameters. ♦ The Memory tab displays information on physical memories, drives and data memories.
  • Page 42 FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS System Info SysInfo Report File When closing the SysInfo window with [OK] a report file (SysinfoReport.txt) is created containing the same information as SysInfo With a double tap on the symbol My Device you can view the file. Open "SysInfoReport.txt".
  • Page 43: Shell Config

    FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS Shell Config Shell Config Shell Config can be used to perform some useful changes: ♦ Hide/show Start button or additional menu ♦ Activate/deactivate quick launch symbols ♦ Show keyboard activated/deactivated ♦ Show/Hide 'My Device' or 'Recycle Bin' ♦...
  • Page 44: Sysbackup

    FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS SysBackup SysBackup Using SysBackup you can • create • restore and • delete a backup. NOTES: ⇒ Backup data saved with SysBackup should only be restored in one image and on the same hardware under which they were created, as otherwise problems may occur.
  • Page 45: Calling Sysbackup

    FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS SysBackup 5.9.1 Calling SysBackup Start SysBackup via • Start ⇒ Run ⇒ SysBackup (enter SysBackup) or • Start ⇒ Programs ⇒ Utilities ⇒ SysBackup The "SysBackup" window appears. Fig. 33: SysBackup 01.07.2014 • 1.06...
  • Page 46: Creating A Backup

    FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS SysBackup 5.9.2 Creating a Backup Copy all important data to the "\FlashStorage" folder or its subfolders. Everything must be backed up to ensure system settings are not lost after a battery has fully discharged or there has been a total shutdown. 1.
  • Page 47: Restoring The Backup

    FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS SysBackup 5.9.3 Restoring the Backup • SysBackup can only restore backups created on the same hardware (compare HWI no) and under the same image (compare image no)! • In case of a KDI update, the backup should not be restored as the KDI no. cannot be compared by SysBackup here.
  • Page 48: Deleting A Backup

    FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS SysBackup 5.9.4 Deleting a Backup 1. Open the SysBackup program (see chapter 5.9.1). 2. Tap [delete]. The message "Erase backup files?" appears. Fig. 37: Erase backup files 3. Click [Yes] to confirm the message. The content of the \FlashStorage\SYSBAK directory will be deleted. 1.06 •...
  • Page 49: Radio

    RADIO Wireless LAN Radio Wireless LAN 6.1.1 Wireless LAN Network Settings 1. Set up a Wireless LAN access point that provides access to a LAN or the Internet. Follow the instructions of your Wireless LAN access point documentation. 2. Launch on the skeye.allegro: Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel ⇒ Network and Dial-up Connections Start ⇒...
  • Page 50: Wireless Lan Configuration

    RADIO Wireless LAN 5. To manually set the IP addresses enter the addresses under IP address, Subnet mask, Gateway and tab Nameservers. 6. Tap [OK] for all queries to exit the dialog. 6.1.2 Wireless LAN Configuration 1. Double-tap the network symbol in the Systray. The following window appears.
  • Page 51 RADIO Wireless LAN Symbol Meaning Network not available Available network connected Network available Fig. 41: Network symbols 3. On the Wireless Information tab select a network and double-tap the corresponding selection for further options. The following window appears: Fig. 42: Wireless – Properties 4.
  • Page 52: Entering The Network Id

    RADIO Wireless LAN • The network key and the network name (SSID) must be the same as used for the configuration of the access point. 5. Tap [OK] to close the window. The network symbol displays in the taskbar. Be sure to protect your Wireless LAN network. We recommend that you consult a specialist (such as a System house).
  • Page 53: Gsm Control

    RADIO GSM Control GSM Control *only available in the skeye.dart FFE version If you wish to dial into the internet, for example via GSM/GPRS/EDGE, further settings are necessary. First, please check if the GSM module is switched on. 1. Select: Start ⇒...
  • Page 54 RADIO GSM Control 4. Enter the PIN given by your provider into the displayed keyboard. With every new registration and after a suspend mode the PIN number is asked again. In case you wish to set the PIN number persistently, please follow the instructions in chapter 6.2.2.1.
  • Page 55: Further Settings

    RADIO GSM Control 6.2.2 Further Settings 6.2.2.1 Persistent Setting of the PIN Number With every new registration and after a suspend mode the PIN number is asked. In order to avoid its entry each time, please proceed as follows: 1. Call: Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel ⇒ GsmControl 2.
  • Page 56: General Settings

    RADIO GSM Control 6.2.2.2 General Settings 1. Call: Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel ⇒ GsmControl 2. Select index card General. The following settings are available: Enable GSM module Enable the GSM module Show GSM tray icon Show the GSM symbol in the systray Keep powered at suspend* Power supply of the GSM module also during suspend mode (battery life time).
  • Page 57: Apn

    RADIO GSM Control 6.2.2.3 APN 1. Call: Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel ⇒ GsmControl 2. Select index card APN. Here you can change the APN afterwards, e.g. in case of wrong entries or a new provider. 6.2.2.4 TCP/IP 1. Call: Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel ⇒ GsmControl 2.
  • Page 58: Gsm Info

    RADIO GSM Control 6.2.2.5 GSM Info 1. Call: Start ⇒ Programs ⇒ Communication ⇒ GsmInfo Some important information is displayed in this window. Here, signal volume and –quality of the GSM connection as well as further connection information are displayed. If you set a checkmark at T, this information is always in the foreground.
  • Page 59: Communication Cradles

    COMMUNICATION CRADLES Communication Cradle (USB Standard) Communication Cradles There is a separate user guide for the communication cradles: Ethernet communication cradles for HW 50241 and HW 50241/4. Communication Cradle (USB Standard) USB device USB host Power supply Fig. 44: Communication cradle | front and rear view •...
  • Page 60: Charging The Battery In The Communication Cradle

    COMMUNICATION CRADLES Charging the Battery in the Communication Cradle • Charging in mobile terminal: controlled by the mobile terminal Battery charging: charging electronics • Charging duration: approx. 2.5 h (HW 19240) • Operate only indoors Ambient • Ensure good ventilation is available conditions: •...
  • Page 61: Desktop Cradle (Usb With Battery Charger)

    COMMUNICATION CRADLES Desktop Cradle (USB with Battery Charger) Desktop Cradle (USB with Battery Charger) Spare battery USB host USB device Battery charger Power supply Fig. 46: Desktop cradle | front and rear view • • Glows red: spare battery is charging. LED: •...
  • Page 62: Charging The Battery In The Battery Charger Slot

    COMMUNICATION CRADLES Charging the Battery in the Battery Charger Slot • Operate only indoors Ambient • Ensure good ventilation is available conditions: • Operating temperature: limit values: 0 °C to +40 °C, recommended range: 10 °C to +30 °C, • Storage temperature: -20 °C to +60 °C •...
  • Page 63: Application Of Usb Host

    COMMUNICATION CRADLES Application of USB Host Application of USB Host Example: Put an USB stick into the connector of the USB Host of the communication cradle. The skeye.dart has now access to the data of the USB stick. Fig. 47: Communication cradle | USB stick NOTE! Please do connect only USB devices to the USB host of the communication cradle that consume not more than max.
  • Page 64: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA Application of USB Host Technical Data Casing: Rugged case, protection level IP54, drop spec 1,2 m Processor: CPU Marvell PXA 320, 624 MHz Memory: 128 MB DDRAM, 256 MB Flash Display: 3,5 " VGA colour TFT with touchscreen •...
  • Page 65: Options

    TECHNICAL DATA Options Options The mobile terminal can be equipped with different optional modules. The equipment is indicated by a letter code (e.g. "R8"). If one of the optional modules has been integrated, the relevant letter code can be found on the serial number sticker.
  • Page 66: Imager

    TECHNICAL DATA Imager Imager 2D Imager CMOS imager for 1D and 2D barcodes (Option S7) Resolution: 640 x 480 pixels, 256 greyscale To record common barcodes and 2D barcodes Currently supported barcode types: (depends on the software used, e.g. HWImagerTool) Implemented 1D barcodes: 1D barcodes - continued: Australian Post...
  • Page 67: Scancam

    TECHNICAL DATA ScanCam ScanCam • ScanCam max. usable resolution of the camera: 1280 x 1024 • (Option S8) File format used: RGB 565 • Optical format of the sensor: ¼" (4:3) • Pixel size: 2.2 x 2.2 µm • Lock: Electronic rolling shutter (ERS) •...
  • Page 68: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Reset via Software Troubleshooting Reset via Software If an application does not react use the software to perform a restart. Via function Start ⇒ Programs ⇒ Utilities ⇒ Reset Start ⇒ Programs ⇒ Utilities ⇒ Reset (Cold) A warm or a cold start of the device can be activated. The system restarts.
  • Page 69 TROUBLESHOOTING Reset via Hardware Manufacturer's Address Höft & Wessel AG Rotenburger Str. 20 30659 Hannover Phone. +49 511 6102-0 Fax. +49 511 6102-411 Web. www.hoeft-wessel.com Mail. skeye@hoeft-wessel.com Serviceline. Phone. +49 511 6102-600 Fax. +49 511 6102-601 Mail. service-line@hoeft-wessel.com 01.07.2014 • 1.06...

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