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Datalogic ELF User Manual

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  • Page 1 Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Datalogic ADC, Inc. or its subsidiaries or affiliates ("Datalogic" or “Datalogic ADC”). Owners of Datalogic products are hereby granted a non- exclusive, revocable license to reproduce and transmit this documentation for the purchaser' s own internal business purposes.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Laser Data Capture ..................34 4.3.2 Imager Data Capture................... 36 Description of the Keys ................38 4.4.1 Alphanumeric Keyboard ................38 4.4.2 Resetting the Elf ..................42 Status Indicators ..................44 4.5.1 LED Status ....................44 4.5.2 Taskbar ....................... 45 Control Panel ....................46...
  • Page 4 Connecting to other Computers ..............73 4.7.1 Windows Mobile® Device Center ..............73 4.7.2 Bluetooth® Manager Device Setup ............. 75 Datalogic Firmware Utility ................82 4.8.1 Retrieving a Firmware Image Update ............82 4.8.2 Installing DFU on the Host PC ..............83 4.8.3...
  • Page 5 Industry Canada Compliance ..............138 SAR Compliance ..................138 CTIA Compliance ..................139 WEEE Compliance ................... 140 GLOSSARY ....................142 INDEX ....................... 146...

  • Page 6: References

    “PDA” and "Elf" refer to Elf PDA. “You” refers to the System Administrator or Technical Support person using this manual to install, configure, operate, maintain or troubleshoot an Elf PDA. “Single Dock” refers to the Elf Single Slot Dock. The label artworks may be only a draft. Refer to the product labels for more precise information.

  • Page 7: General View

    GENERAL VIEW A) Color Display* G) Laser Safety Label B) ON/OFF Power Key H) Trigger button (for use with the optional pistol trigger Quick-attach C) LEDs Handle - 94ACC1378) D) Front Scan Key Loudspeaker E) Keyboard Headset Connector Guitar Pick Stylus K) Product Label Reset Key (under battery) M) Micro-SD Card Slot (under battery)
  • Page 8 N) Side Scan Key (right) P) Side Scan Key (left) O) Push-to-talk Key Q) Up/down Volume Keys R) Data Capture Window S) Handylink™ Connector (host/slave) Micro USB for supplying power and data transfer (host/slave) viii...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    CE 6.0. Elf 1D laser scanner and 2D imager both come equipped with Datalogic’s patented Green Spot good read feedback. Elf can also be outfitted with an autofocus 3MPixel camera with flash. Summit’s latest Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g wireless radio with CCX v4 certification keeps the users connected throughout the day.

  • Page 10: Available Models

    ELF™ AVAILABLE MODELS The Elf is available in different models depending on the options it is equipped with. All options are listed below: • communication options: 802.11 a/b/g radio, Bluetooth® • data capture options: laser, 2D imager • operating system: Windows CE 6.0, Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5 •...
  • Page 11 Camera 3MPixel, Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5, 256MB RAM/256MB Flash, 46-Key QWERTY • 944301009 Elf 00A0WI-1Q1-MEN0 Elf with Bluetooth v2.0, 802.11 a/ a/b/g CCX V4, Std 2D Imager w/ Green Spot, Camera 3MPixel, Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5, 256MB RAM/256MB Flash, 46-Key QWERTY • 944301011 Elf U2A0LS-1Z1-MEN0 Elf with Bluetooth v2.0, 802.11 a/b/g CCX V4, 3.5G UMTS HSDPA, GPS, Std...

  • Page 12: Package Contents

    − 1 End User License Agreement (EULA) Sheet Accessories necessary for the Elf connection to the host computer and to the network are packaged separately: the cradle, one or more connection cables. Remove all the components from their packaging; check their integrity and compare them with the packing documents.

  • Page 13: Replacing The Hand Strap

    INTRODUCTION REPLACING THE HAND STRAP To remove the hand strap, proceed as follows. Unscrew the strap pivot to remove the upper end of the hand strap: Lift the bottom of the hand strap to place the hook vertically: Press on the upper sides of the hook to remove it: Reverse the steps above to the insert new hand strap.

  • Page 14: Inserting Microsd Card

    ELF™ INSERTING MICROSD CARD Elf supports microSD memory cards. To access the microSD card slot and insert the card, proceed as follows: Turn off the Elf. Pull the battery latch down and remove the battery pack: Shift the cardholder to the left and then pull it up:...
  • Page 15 INTRODUCTION Insert the microSD card with the written part upward: Lock the card into place by pushing the cardholder down and then shifting it to the right: First insert the bottom and then the upper (contacts) side of the battery pack into the slot.

  • Page 16: Removing The Microsd Card

    ELF™ 1.5.1 Removing the MicroSD Card To remove the microSD card, follow the steps above to access the SD area, and remove it from its slot. Follow proper ESD precautions to avoid damaging the SD. Proper ESD precautions include, but are not limited to, working on an ESD mat and ensuring that the operator is properly grounded.

  • Page 17: Accessories

    INTRODUCTION ACCESSORIES  Cradles 94A151124 Dock, Single Slot, Elf 94A151130 Dock, Powered Mobile, Elf 94A150053 Dock, Ethernet 4 Slot, Elf 94A151134 Charger, 4 Slot Dock, Elf 94A151136 Charger, 4 Slot Battery, Elf  Batteries 94ACC1376 Battery, High Capacity, Elf 94ACC1377 Battery, Standard Capacity, Elf ...
  • Page 18 ELF™ Use only a Datalogic approved power supply and cables. Use of an alternative power supply will invalidate any approval given to this device and may be dangerous. NOTE...

  • Page 19: Batteries And Maintenance

    The battery icon on the Taskbar indicates when the battery pack is low. It is possible to recharge the battery pack by connecting the power supply directly to the Elf. Alternatively, it is also possible to recharge the battery pack by using the single slot dock, the powered mobile dock, the Ethernet four slot dock or the four slot battery charger.
  • Page 20 Standard batteries must be charged at a temperature ranging from 0° to +40 °C (+32° to +104 °F). The battery level may display incorrectly for several minutes after the Elf is disconnected from its charger if the charging cycle is not completed. NOTE...
  • Page 21 BATTERIES AND MAINTENANCE The Elf may get warm during charging, this is normal and does not mean a malfunction. NOTE Use only a USB-IF compliant USB port as a charging source. NOTE...

  • Page 22: Replacing The Battery Pack

    ELF™ REPLACING THE BATTERY PACK To correctly replace the battery pack, proceed as follows. Turn off the Elf. Pull the battery latch down as indicated in the figure below: Remove the battery pack.
  • Page 23 Using the battery pack in this manner may also result in a loss of performance and a shortened life expectancy. Use only a Datalogic approved power supply. The use of an alternative power supply will void the product warranty, may cause product damage and may cause heat, an explosion, or fire.
  • Page 24 ELF™ Immediately discontinue use of the battery pack if, while using, charging or storing the battery pack, the battery pack emits an unusual smell, feels hot, changes colour or shape, or appears abnormal in any other way. WARNING Do not short-circuit the battery pack contacts connecting the positive terminal and negative terminal.
  • Page 25 Elf will not turn on when the ON/OFF Power button is pressed. In this case, either substitute a sufficiently charged battery, insert NOTE the Elf into a powered cradle, or plug it into a wall charger. To maximize battery life, turn off radios when they are not needed. NOTE...

  • Page 26: Cleaning The Pda

    ELF™ CLEANING THE PDA Periodically clean the Elf with a slightly dampened cloth. Do not use alcohol, corrosive products or solvents.

  • Page 27: Connections

    CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS USB CONNECTION You can use the standard micro USB cable 94A051968 or the Datalogic Handylink cable 94A051970 to directly connect the Elf to a host computer to transfer data through the USB interface. Key: Host computer Standard Micro USB cable...
  • Page 28 ELF™ The Single Dock can be connected to the Host by means of the Micro-B USB cord 94A051968. Once the host computer has been turned on, insert the Elf PDA into the cradle. Key: Host computer Elf Single Slot Dock...

  • Page 29: Connection To Usb Peripherals

    CONNECTIONS CONNECTION TO USB PERIPHERALS To connect the Elf to a USB keyboard or a memory device, connect the terminal to the Datalogic 94A051969 cable or to the Datalogic 94A051971 cable (together with a standard A to micro A USB cable).
  • Page 30 Elf Single Slot Dock 94ACC1381 Power Adapter 94A051969 Micro USB Host Cable Elf works with most of the mentioned USB peripherals. In any case, we can’t guarantee the interoperability of Elf with all devices on the market. NOTE Connection complies to USB 1.1 standard.

  • Page 31: Rs232 Connection

    CONNECTIONS RS232 CONNECTION You can use the Datalogic 94A051972 cable to directly connect the Elf to a host computer to transfer data through the RS232 interface Key: Host computer 94A051972 Handylink Micro RS232 Client Cable The Single Slot Dock can be connected to the Host by means of a standard null modem cable such as Datalogic 94A051020 CAB-427 for 9-pin connections.

  • Page 32: Wlan Connection

    ELF™ WLAN CONNECTION Elf 802.11 a/b/g radio models can communicate with the host using the on-board Wi- Fi radio and an Access Point connected to the host computer network. For models using the 802.11 a/b/g radio, you can find information about the applet for radio configuration: http://www.summitdatacom.com/SCU.htm.
  • Page 33 (microwave ovens, radio transmitters, etc.). NOTE In case of heavy usage the Elf may get warm; this is normal and does not mean a malfunction. NOTE...

  • Page 34: Wpan Connections

    ELF™ WPAN CONNECTIONS ® ® Elf Bluetooth models can communicate with a Bluetooth device, such as a printer, ® within a range of 10 m, using the on-board Bluetooth module. Key: A) Elf B) Bluetooth printer In order to extend battery life, the Bluetooth® module is off by default.

  • Page 35: Wireless And Radio Frequencies Warnings

    However, certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals generated by Elf. WARNING Datalogic recommends persons with pacemakers or other medical devices to follow the same recommendations provided by Health Industry Manufacturers Associations for mobile phones. Persons with pacemakers: •...
  • Page 36 ELF™ RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle. You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle.

  • Page 37: Use And Functioning

    USE AND FUNCTIONING USE AND FUNCTIONING The use of the Elf depends on the application software loaded. However there are several parameters that can be set and utilities that can be used to perform some basic functions such as data capture, communications, file management, etc STARTUP The Elf turns on when the battery pack or the external supply is inserted.

  • Page 38: Using The Stylus

    To recalibrate the touch screen use the Stylus Applet (see par.4.6.7). Use only original Datalogic styluses supplied with the product itself. In harsh applications, use of screen protectors should be taken into consideration, in order to extend the touch screen operating life.

  • Page 39: Touch Gestures

    USE AND FUNCTIONING 4.1.2 Touch Gestures Touch gestures describe gestures in which you use a finger or stylus to make a short, directional movement over a control or object on the screen. Most gestures are a single stroke. Windows CE supports five kinds of gestures. Tap: A tap represents the left click of a mouse.

  • Page 40: Windows Ce Touch Screen Calibration

    ELF™ WINDOWS CE TOUCH SCREEN CALIBRATION In Windows CE, at the very first Elf startup, following a clean boot to restore the registry to default values, the PDA startup (see par. 4.1) is preceded by the touch screen calibration screen. The touch screen calibration will also appear when the PDA is hard reset (cold boot), but the user may press Esc to exit from the calibration.

  • Page 41: Data Capture

    USE AND FUNCTIONING DATA CAPTURE To capture data tap Start > Settings > Control Panel > double tap Decoding: To configure and enable data capture parameters refer to par. 4.6.1.

  • Page 42: Laser Data Capture

    4.3.1 Laser Data Capture To scan barcodes, point the Elf laser model onto the code from a distance within the reading range while pressing the SCAN key. The lighted band emitted by the laser must completely intercept the barcode as shown in the figure below.
  • Page 43 USE AND FUNCTIONING Remove the protective film cover over the Laser Output Window before use. NOTE...

  • Page 44: Imager Data Capture

    To read a 1D or 2D code, simply point the Elf Imager model onto the code and press the SCAN Key. The Elf Imager uses an intelligent aiming system pattern, similar to those on...
  • Page 45 The field of view indicated by the aiming system pattern will be smaller when the Elf Imager is closer to the code and larger when it is farther from the code. Symbologies with smaller bars or elements (mil size) should be read closer to the unit.

  • Page 46: Description Of The Keys

    ELF™ DESCRIPTION OF THE KEYS The Elf comes with three different keyboards, two alphanumeric keyboards (qwerty and azerty), both having 46 keys, and a numeric keyboard, having a total of 27 keys. 4.4.1 Alphanumeric Keyboard...
  • Page 47 USE AND FUNCTIONING Azerty Keyboard...
  • Page 48 ELF™ Numeric Keyboard...
  • Page 49 It powers the Elf ON or OFF. It is placed on the upper left side of the terminal. In blue mode, the Telephone End key generates a VK_ESCAPE virtual key code for applications that use the Esc key to cancel (e.g.

  • Page 50: Resetting The Elf

    RAM, but the file system is preserved. Registry is restored from persistent memory. A clean boot restores the Elf to a clean configuration: both the Registry and the file system returns to a clean status that conforms to factory default.
  • Page 51 USE AND FUNCTIONING A dialog box will appear asking for confirmation. Press the Enter Key. Warm Boot Cold Boot Clean Boot Restored from Restored from Clean configuration (no user Registry flash flash config) File Preserved Preserved Clean Installation (no user files) System...

  • Page 52: Status Indicators

    ELF™ STATUS INDICATORS 4.5.1 LED Status The Elf provides three different LEDs signaling the PDA status. STATUS Scanning LED is ON from the time the user hits the scan button or side trigger Good Read buttons until the bar code is decoded...

  • Page 53: Taskbar

    USE AND FUNCTIONING 4.5.2 Taskbar The Taskbar provides quick view and links to the Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Clock settings. It also makes available the keyboard SIP and window selection. Windows CE Taskbar ICONS DESCRIPTION ActiveSync connection icon is displayed when connected to ActiveSync or Windows Mobile Device Center either by USB, RS232, or Bluetooth.

  • Page 54: Control Panel

    ELF™ CONTROL PANEL From the Start menu, tap Settings then Control Panel. Below is an expanded view of the Control Panel showing all of the applets. Windows CE Control Panel...

  • Page 55: Data Capture Configuration

    USE AND FUNCTIONING 4.6.1 Data Capture Configuration From the Windows CE control panel main window, double tap the Decoding icon: There are two sections in the Decoding control panel, each containing additional pages. There are seven General Configuration pages and multiple Barcode symbology pages.
  • Page 56 ELF™ Audio From the Decoding Properties page, tap Configure > General > Audio. Use it to set volume, tone, duration, and number of various types of beeps. Good Read From the Decoding Properties page, tap Configure > General > Good Read. Use it to enable Good Read indications, the use of Green Spot and a to set the decoding timeout for decoding labels.
  • Page 57 USE AND FUNCTIONING Formatting From the Decoding Properties page, tap Configure > General > Formatting. Use it to configure prefix, suffix and data separator character strings. General Options From the Decoding Properties page, tap Configure > General > General Options. Select from Label Programming Enable, Symbology IDs and Group Separator Replacement.
  • Page 58 ELF™ Decoding Options From the Decoding Properties page, tap Configure > General > Decoding Options. Use it to configure the User ID for symbologies, Redundancy and Aggressive Decoding (if supported by the decoding module). Select a symbology to view or...
  • Page 59 USE AND FUNCTIONING Spot Beam From the Decoding Properties page, tap Configure > General > Spot Beam. It allows enabling and configuration of Spot Beam and triggering modes. It is only available on devices equipped with laser and advanced long range laser decoding modules that support the Spot Beam Feature.
  • Page 60 ELF™ Imager Options From the Decoding Properties page, tap Configure > General > Imager Options. It configures illumination, target beam and Pick List mode, and triggering modes. It is only available on devices equipped with 2D decoding engines. Devices From the Decoding Properties page, tap Configure > General > Devices. Use it to...
  • Page 61 USE AND FUNCTIONING 1D Barcode Symbology Pages Use the drop-down menus from Configure > 1D Barcode, or tap the left and right arrow keys to navigate the different pages of the barcode symbology pages. Select Configure > ID Bar Code from the menu to view other configuration options. Each barcode symbology opens to its own page, as shown in the figure below.
  • Page 62 ELF™ Decoding Settings Select from the Decoding Properties Settings menu to restore previous configurations and/or other available default settings. Choose from: • Factory Defaults • Minimum Settings • Maximum Settings • Save (New Settings) • Revert to Saved Settings The settings are saved when you tap ‘Yes’. To permanently save these settings you need to save the registry using the Persistent Registry applet in the Control Panel.

  • Page 63: Dl Buttons

    USE AND FUNCTIONING 4.6.2 DL Buttons You can use DL Buttons Tab to associate specific keys, such as <F1>-<F10>, with specific applications. From the control panel main window, double tap the DL Buttons icon. On the DL Buttons tab, customize the program hardware buttons to launch your most used applications.
  • Page 64 ELF™ COMMAND DESCRIPTION This pull-down list displays the available function keys Select a Button to define. Select the desired one from the list. Select/tap to specify a new Button, not on the “Select a Button”list. Tap to delete the selected Button. You can only delete Delete the Buttons you have added.
  • Page 65 USE AND FUNCTIONING Adding a new Button When you select “New” on the “DL Buttons” tab, this opens the “Add Key” dialog box. To define a new Button, complete the following steps: Enter the key combination in the “Add Key” textbox. COMMAND DESCRIPTION Enter Key Enter the desired key combination in this text box to define a Button.
  • Page 66 ELF™ It is possible for the keyboard wedge to activate assigned Buttons using alphanumeric characters. Barcodes containing characters associated with assigned Buttons will trigger the action or application assigned to that Button. CAUTION...

  • Page 67: Triggers

    USE AND FUNCTIONING 4.6.3 Triggers Triggers are special customizable buttons that are mapped by default by DL Buttons. Also, they can be set as wakeup buttons: TRIGGERS AVAILABLE FUNCTIONS Scan Bar Code function activates the scanner. Pistol Trigger...

  • Page 68: Application Switcher

    ELF™ 4.6.4 Application Switcher The application switcher provides the same functionality as the standard Windows® Alt+Tab function. This allows the user to switch between the various open applications. The application switcher can be activated via an assigned shortcut key specified in the DL Buttons tab (see par.

  • Page 69: Persistent Registry

    USE AND FUNCTIONING 4.6.5 Persistent Registry The Registry stores information that are necessary to configure the system for applications and hardware devices. The Registry also contains information that the operating system continually references to during operation. To persist the Registry settings between boots, do the following steps: Select Start >...
  • Page 70 ELF™ To change Persistent Registry timing, do the following steps: Select Start > Settings > Control Panel. Double-tap the “Persistent Registry” icon. Select a time interval from the menu. Tap OK to save and exit.
  • Page 71 USE AND FUNCTIONING To deselect Persistent Registry timing, do the following steps: Select Start > Settings > Control Panel. Double-tap the ‘Persistent Registry’ icon. Deselect the ‘Persist Registry settings’ box. Tap OK to save and exit.

  • Page 72: Wireless Communications

    ELF™ 4.6.6 Wireless Communications Wireless networking has a customized control, Summit Client Utility (SCU), specific to the radio. There are two methods to access the SCU. Start > Programs > Summit > SCU: From the Control Panel main window, double tap Wi-Fi to open the Summit Client...
  • Page 73 USE AND FUNCTIONING The SCU will open to the “Main” tab: Summit Client Utility To create a new profile, tap the "Profile" tab: Information about the wireless network can be entered directly in the profile tab or by pressing “Scan” when the desired network ESSID is in range.
  • Page 74 ELF™ At the "Scan" screen, select the desired SSID: Click the "Configure" button Follow the on-screen instructions to setup security parameters for your network. For more detailed settings specific to your installation please contact your wireless network administrator.
  • Page 75 USE AND FUNCTIONING When finished, click “Commit” to save your settings. Return to the “Main” tab, if you have not previously selected “Commit” you will be prompted to save your changes. At the “Main” tab select the profile you just created. If you used the “scan” button the desired profile will have the same name as the ESSID.
  • Page 76 ELF™ More detailed information about the applet for radio configuration can be found at http://www.summitdata.com/SCU.htm.

  • Page 77: Stylus Calibration

    USE AND FUNCTIONING 4.6.7 Stylus Calibration You might need to recalibrate the touch screen (i.e. when you attempt to select one item with the stylus, another item is erroneously selected). To recalibrate the touch screen, complete the following steps: From the Control Panel main window, double tap Stylus to open the Stylus Settings dialog: Tap ‘Calibration’...
  • Page 78 ELF™ Carefully press and briefly hold stylus on the center of the target. Repeat as the target moves around the screen. By completing the calibration procedure you implicitly accept the new calibration settings. New calibration settings are persistently saved in registry.

  • Page 79: Audio Settings

    USE AND FUNCTIONING 4.6.8 Audio Settings There are two applets that control volume: Audio and Volume & Sounds. Audio From the control panel main window, select the Audio applet by double tapping the ‘Audio’ icon: The audio control panel can be used to independently set the playback or recording volume for different types of audio inputs and outputs, such as a headset, powered mobile dock, or the internal speakers and microphone.
  • Page 80 ELF™ Volume & Sounds From the control panel main window, select the Volume & Sounds applet by double tapping the Volume & Sounds icon: The Volume & Sounds applet configures audio features of all speakers and headphones and appears as follows:...

  • Page 81: Connecting To Other Computers

    USE AND FUNCTIONING CONNECTING TO OTHER COMPUTERS There is more than one way to connect the Elf to a host PC running Windows. Each requires specific connections in order to function properly. 4.7.1 Windows Mobile® Device Center The desktop application Windows Mobile® Device Center gives you the ability to synchronize information between a desktop computer and your Elf.
  • Page 82 ELF™ The Elf running Windows CE does not come equipped with Microsoft Office Outlook or any other application that allows users to view contact, calendar, e-mail, or task data. Users can view files copied to the Elf by WMDC's file synchronization feature.

  • Page 83: Bluetooth® Manager Device Setup

    Search for available Bluetooth® devices by tapping the button for the type of device you want (Printer, Serial or All) or tap Discovery > Discover to skip this step. The Elf will search for Bluetooth® devices within range. If you attempt to set up a connection when the Bluetooth® radio is disabled, you will receive a message reminding you that the radio is turned off, and asking if you want to turn it on.
  • Page 84 ELF™ Once searching is complete, Bluetooth® device Profiles will be displayed in the Discovery tab. You can set up a connection to a device in the list by selecting the device and then tapping the 'Connect' button: To create a pairing:...
  • Page 85 USE AND FUNCTIONING Icon Service Dialup Networking Printer Object Push (OPP) Object Exchange (OBEX) ActiveSync Human Interface Device (HID) - Keyboard Serial Personal Area Network (PAN) Modem Headset Handsfree Virtual Port allows you to specify the incoming port, which is used to communicate serially with an incoming device just as if it were a physical COM port.
  • Page 86 ELF™ You can also select Encrypt or Authenticate from the Bluetooth® control panel to apply or modify those settings. To require Authentication, check the checkbox, then tap OK. If required, the Authentication Request dialog will then open, requesting that you enter a PIN.
  • Page 87 USE AND FUNCTIONING Once you have set up a pairing, you can view the settings by double-tapping its name from the Connections tab. Tap the arrow to change the Virtual Port, or Delete to remove the device pairing. Tap Sync to initiate a Sync (available only if the service is an ActiveSync connection).
  • Page 88 ELF™ Using your device to connect to the Elf Before turning on Bluetooth®, ensure that the two devices are within close range and that both Bluetooth-enabled devices are discoverable. From the control panel main window, double tap the Bluetooth Manager icon to open the Bluetooth Manager control panel.
  • Page 89 USE AND FUNCTIONING Select or clear the “Enable Bluetooth Radio” check box. If you’re going to be attaching a serial device (i.e. a scanner) to the Elf, use the Port control to select a virtual COM port to use for the connection.

  • Page 90: Datalogic Firmware Utility

    For more information refer to the dedicated section of the Wavelink website: http://www.wavelink.com/Datalogic-device-downloads. − If Wavelink Avalanche™ is not available or you have only a few Datalogic devices to update, use the Datalogic Firmware Utility (DFU), described below, to install or update the firmware using an ActiveSync connection.

  • Page 91: Installing Dfu On The Host Pc

    PC. NOTE To install the Datalogic Firmware Utility, complete the following steps on the PC: Go to the Datalogic website and download the most current version of Datalogic Firmware Utility. Unzip the file, then double-click to run DFU_Setup.

  • Page 92: Updating The Firmware

    ActiveSync or Windows Mobile® Device Center connection between the host computer and the Datalogic device. NOTE Go to Start > Programs > Datalogic > DFU > Datalogic Firmware Utility. WMDC/ Verify that ActiveSync is selected by clicking Communications > ActiveSync.

  • Page 93: Datalogic Configuration Utility

    DATALOGIC CONFIGURATION UTILITY Datalogic Configuration Utility (DCU) is a Datalogic Windows-based utility tool allowing the uploading, modifying and downloading of the configuration of a Datalogic device. Configuration settings include Scanner, Control Panel, and Datalogic Desktop Utility (DDU). The DCU installer is downloadable from the Datalogic website (http://www.datalogic.com/eng/support-services/automatic-data-...

  • Page 94: 4.10 Datalogic Desktop Utility

    Create quick access hot keys and configure trigger actions. To open DDU for the first time, tap Start > Settings > Control Panel > or Start > Programs > Device tools > and then double tap the icon for “Datalogic Desktop Utility”.

  • Page 95: Administrative Options (Admin Tab)

    4.10.1 Administrative Options (Admin tab) When you open the DDU control panel, the “Admin” tab appears. COMMAND DESCRIPTION Enable Datalogic Desktop Select/tap this checkbox to activate the DDU functions such as Windows Access Restrictions and Application Selector. Enter Password Enter a password in the text box. This allows the user to specify a password when this utility is launched.

  • Page 96: Setting A Password

    You must select/tap “Set Password” prior to exiting DDU in order to store and activate your new password. It is not necessary to select “Enable Datalogic Desktop”. NOTE If you select/tap “Set Defaults” it will remove all custom settings and restore all the factory default settings, except a previously set password.
  • Page 97 Enter blanks in both “Password” fields. Select/tap “Set Password”. Password Request Dialog Box Once the password is set, the next time you open the “Datalogic Desktop Utility”, the DDU Password dialog box opens. This dialog box will only open if a password was defined.

  • Page 98: Locked Web Browser Options (Lockedweb Tab)

    ELF™ 4.10.2 Locked Web Browser Options (LockedWeb tab) Tap the LockedWeb tab to access the Locked Web Browser Configuration. Locked Web Browser is disabled by default. To enable, go to “Advanced settings” on the next page for more information. NOTE For additional information about Locked Web Browser commands and metatags, see section 4.13, Locked Web Browser.
  • Page 99 USE AND FUNCTIONING Error Redirection options Error Type The “Error Type” pull-down list displays available Error Types: (400) Invalid Syntax, (403) Request Forbidden, (404) Object Not Found, (406) No Response Format, (410) Page Doesn't Exist, (500) Internal Server Error, (501) Server Can't Do That, Generic Error, Network Disconnected Error Page Edit this textbox to associate a website or html file with the specified...

  • Page 100: Advanced Settings

    ELF™ Advanced Settings General Tab Context Menu...
  • Page 101 USE AND FUNCTIONING Advanced Locked Web Browser options General Enable Locked When checked, enables the Locked Web Browser when Internet Web Browser Explorer is launched. Disable Cache Prevents the browser from loading the local intranet page from cache instead of navigating to the “Network Disconnected” error redirection page.
  • Page 102 ELF™ Context Menu Enable Context Enables the context menu accessed by a touch screen press in Menu the Locked Web Browser. Refresh Adds a “Refresh” item to the Locked Web Browser context menu. Selecting the “Refresh” item refreshes the web page.

  • Page 103: Status Icons Options (Status Tab)

    USE AND FUNCTIONING 4.10.3 Status Icons Options (Status Tab) Tap the “Status” tab to access the Status Icons option. You can configure the view of some status icons that are used in “LockedWeb” and in “Application Selector” to display the status of: Wi-Fi radio, battery and GSM. The GSM status icon feature is available only on devices that support GSM.

  • Page 104: Windows Controls

    ELF™ Windows Controls 4.10.4 Select/tap the “Win” (Windows Controls) tab to access the Windows Controls option. Use Windows controls to allow or restrict access to Windows system functions. You can disable normal Windows functions such as the taskbar, leaving nothing but a blank workspace.
  • Page 105 USE AND FUNCTIONING WINDOWS CONTROLS Show Taskbar Select/tap “Show Taskbar” to specify whether the Taskbar is displayed or not Taskbar Enabled Select/tap “Taskbar Enabled” to specify whether the taskbar is accessible. This option is only available when the “Show Taskbar” is checked. Start Menu Enabled Select/tap “Start Menu Enabled”...
  • Page 106 ELF™ Changes require a device reboot. NOTE...

  • Page 107: Appselector Options (Appselect Tab)

    USE AND FUNCTIONING 4.10.5 AppSelector Options (AppSelect tab) Tap the Application Selector (“AppSelect” Tab) to edit, add, or delete applications for the application selector. Application Selector Options Enable Application Selector Select/tap “Enable Application Selector” enable/disable application selector. When enabled, the Application Selector replaces the desktop allows only...
  • Page 108 ELF™ Add Applications The “Add Application” dialog opens when you tap either “New” or “Edit”. From the “Add Application” dialog the administrator can configure and/or add/change a new application entry in the list. Applications with the “Run Application at Startup” option enabled will start automatically when the Application Selector starts up.
  • Page 109 USE AND FUNCTIONING COMMAND DESCRIPTION Select/tap this box to force this application to auto start when the Application Selector starts up. Applications Run Application at Startup will be started in the order listed in the authorized application list. Enter a delay duration in seconds in the combo box. Delay This option delays auto start of application(s) to allow drivers to load prior to starting applications.

  • Page 110: Appselector (Application Selector)

    To run an application, tap on its name. Additionally, the page template can be modified to display a different background. Contact your Datalogic representative for more information on this feature. To exit from Application Selector, press ALT + 6, uncheck the ‘Enable Application...

  • Page 111: 4.12 Locked Web Browser

    USE AND FUNCTIONING 4.12 LOCKED WEB BROWSER The Locked Web Browser is a browser helper object for Internet Explorer. It allows an administrator to define a restricted internet usage environment. Once in the restricted environment, a password is required to exit. This means users can only access web applications and websites set by the administrator.
  • Page 112 ELF™ For firmware versions 1.60 and greater, the following command line arguments are supported: /E optional parameter which allows for Exit without entering a password @URL optional parameter which specifies a URL to use as a home page. /C optional parameter which disables the ctrl keys (including the one to exit).

  • Page 113: Locked Web Browser Special Metatags

    Also, the head tag set must be complete within the first 15K of the web page. The Datalogic Locked Web Browser defines some special metatags that allow the web application to interact with the device: In particular, the special metatags allow it...
  • Page 114 ELF™ GetSerialNumber Meta-tag DL_GetSerialNumber – Obtains the device serial number and sends it as an argument to a customer’s javascript function. Content – name of function to pass serial number to. Example: <meta http-equiv="DL_GetSerialNumber" content="Javascript:CustomerFunction"> When a page with this metatag is loaded, the content should be a javascript function that receives one parameter, the serial number.
  • Page 115 USE AND FUNCTIONING Decoding Metatags: Each decoding metatag has a possible content of “Enable” or “Disable”. The settings are valid for the entire page (enables/disables each symbology). DL_Code_39 DL_Code_128 DL_Code_I25 DL_Code_S25 DL_Code_M25 DL_Code_CODABAR DL_Code_93 DL_Code_UPCA DL_Code_UPCE DL_Code_EAN13 DL_Code_EAN8 DL_Code_MSI DL_Code_MSR DL_Code_GS1_14 DL_Code_GS1_LIMIT DL_Code_GS1_EXP...
  • Page 116 ELF™ Key press Metatags The key press metatags can be used to call JavaScript functions. They have the name structure: “DL_Key_xxx” where xxx is the VKey code. Example: <meta http-equiv="DL_Key_13" content="Javascript:CheckEnter();"> Assigning a key press via a DL_Key metatag overrides its use on the page. For instance, when entering data in a text box a character assigned as a DL_Key would not be entered in the text box.

  • Page 117: 4.13 Autostart

    Allows you to create a list of applications (with optional command line arguments) to run automatically after lo\ading CAB files. AutoStart launches each time the Elf is rebooted executing each line with the specified command line arguments. It will take into account any AutoStart options at the beginning of the line.

  • Page 118: How Autostart Uses Wceload

    ELF™ 4.13.2 How AutoStart Uses Wceload If you intend to create highly interactive installers, you should either install the CABs manually or review the section on “Interactive CAB Install” in this chapter.. NOTE In certain environments, CAB files will be deleted after execution.

  • Page 119: Interactive Cab Install

    NOTE identical to that of Autostart.ini..” Autostart.ini is a text file that AutoStart will run upon startup of the Elf, and after any CAB files are installed. This file should be placed in the \root folder. AutoStart will run the Autostart.ini file on each reboot of the device.
  • Page 120 ELF™ The following table breaks down the sample Autostart.ini line: Autostart option(s) Full path to executable Command line arguments \windows\pword.exe \file.doc Spaces must be placed between each component of the line in the Autostart.ini. If the executable path is in a folder that contains spaces in the name, quotes are required to distinguish what the actual executable name is.
  • Page 121 USE AND FUNCTIONING AutoStart Options The table below shows options you can use when writing a line in the Autostart.ini file. Description Character Comments This may only be used as the first character of the line. If the Comment: This line will not be ‘#’...
  • Page 122 ELF™ Combining Options Autostart options can be combined together as shown in the following sample: ?- \Windows\Pword.exe This line would: − Request confirmation before executing the line. The next line would not be processed before the confirmation is answered. −...
  • Page 123 USE AND FUNCTIONING The fields may be broken up into multiple lines (as shown in the example) due to limited space in the dialog. NOTE AutoStart Query Options Parentheses are used to surround the given field and make it very clear what the value of the field is.
  • Page 124 ELF™ Autostart.ini Samples The next table is a collection of sample Autostart.ini lines: Line Description This will confirm execution ? \windows\wceload.exe “\My \Windows\wceload.exe with specified argument Documents\Sample.cab” “\My Documents\Sample.cab” (invalid) This will execute \Program with the \Program Files\App.exe argument Files\App.exe.

  • Page 125: Technical Features

    TECHNICAL FEATURES TECHNICAL FEATURES TECHNICAL DATA PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS DIMENSIONS (LXWXH) 157 x 81x 42 mm (6.18 x 3.18 x 1.65 in) WEIGHT 415 to 440 g (14.6 to 15.5 oz) depending on (DEPENDING ON MODEL) model (incl. battery) Loudspeaker AUDIO Headset Six LEDs Decoding Status/ Keyboard Status/ LEDS...
  • Page 126 ELF™ SYSTEM Microsoft Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5 with Mobile Tools: Text, Messaging, Word Mobile, OPERATING SYSTEM Excel Mobile, PowerPoint Mobile, One Note Mobile and Internet Explorer Mobile 6.0 MICROPROCESSOR XScale™ PXA310 @ 624 MHz SYSTEM RAM MEMORY 256 MB 256 MB (including backup directory for user data SYSTEM FLASH MEMORY &...
  • Page 127 TECHNICAL FEATURES READING OPTIONS LASER CHARACTERISTICS SCANNING RATE 104 ± 12 scan/sec MINIMUM RESOLUTION 0.10 mm / 4 mils 5 to 64 cm (2 to 25 in), depending on bar code DEPTH OF FIELD density SKEW ANGLE ± 50° PITCH ANGLE ±...

  • Page 128: Reading Diagrams

    ELF™ READING DIAGRAMS Elf 1D Typical Reading Diagram - Reading Zones (10° skew angle) 1,00 mm (40 mils) 0,35 mm 1,4 mm 0,50 mm (14 mils) (55 mils) (20 mils) 0,25 mm (10 mils) 0,19 mm (7,5 mils) 0,13 mm...
  • Page 129 TECHNICAL FEATURES ELF SE4500-DL Typical Reading Diagram - Reading Zones (10° skew angle) 13 mil 20 mil UPC-A Code 39 10 mil 15 mil 6.67 mil PDF417 PDF417 PDF417 5.0 mil 7.5 mil PDF417 Code 39 5.0 mil Code 39...

  • Page 130: Test Codes

    ELF™ TEST CODES High Density Codes 0.25 mm (10 mils) !17162H! Code 39 17162 Ë"8NduÌ 2/5 Interleaved 0123456784 ÌtestwÎ Code 128 test x(0B2DE5*KKKKLM( EAN 13 (6450*TRMN( EAN 8...
  • Page 131 TEST CODES Medium Density Codes 0.38 mm (15 mils) !17162H! Code 39 17162 Ë"8NduÌ Interleaved 2/5 0123456784 ÌtestwÎ Code 128 test 100% x(0B2DE5*KKKKLM( EAN 13 100% (6450*TRMN( EAN 8...
  • Page 132 ELF™ Low Density Codes 0.50 mm (20 mils) !17162H! Code 39 17162 Ë"8NduÌ Interleaved 2/5 0123456784 ÌtestwÎ Code 128 test 120% x(0B2DE5*KKKKLM( EAN 13 120% (6450*TRMN( EAN 8...
  • Page 133 TEST CODES 2D Codes Datamatrix ECC200 Example Inverse Datamatrix ECC200 Example...

  • Page 134: Safety Regulations

    Use only the components supplied by the manufacturer for the specific Elf being used. − Do not attempt to disassemble the Elf PDA, as it does not contain parts that can be repaired by the user. Any tampering will invalidate the warranty. −...

  • Page 135: Laser Safety

    LASER SAFETY The laser light is visible to the human eye and is emitted from the window indicated in the figure. This information applies to both laser models and the Elf Imager Aiming System. Laser output window...
  • Page 136 Die Laserstrahlung ist für Le rayon laser est visible La luce laser è visibile La luz láser es visible al das menschliche Auge à l'oeil nu et il est émis all'occhio umano e viene ojo humano y es emitida sichtbar und wird am par la fenêtre désignée emessa dalla finestra por la ventana indicada...
  • Page 137 ENGLISH The following information is provided to comply with the rules imposed by international authorities and refers to the correct use of your PDA. STANDARD LASER SAFETY REGULATIONS This product conforms to the applicable requirements of both CDRH 21 CFR 1040 Subchapter J and EN 60825-1:2007 at the date of manufacture.
  • Page 138 Non tentare di accedere allo scomparto contenete i componenti ottici o di farne la manutenzione. L’apertura dello scomparto, o la manutenzione di qualsiasi parte ATTENZIONE ottica da parte di personale non autorizzato, potrebbe violare le norme della sicurezza. Il sistema ottico può essere riparato solamente alla fabbrica.
  • Page 139 Unter keinen Umständen darf versucht werden, die Komponenten im Optikhohlraum zu öffnen oder auf irgendwelche andere Weise zu warten. Öffnen bzw. Warten Komponenten Optikhohlraum durch unbefugtes Personal verstößt gegen die ACHTUNG Laser-Sicherheitsbestimmungen. Optiksystem darf werkseitig repariert werden. Jegliche Änderungen am Gerät sowie Vorgehensweisen, die nicht in dieser Betriebsanleitung beschrieben...
  • Page 140 L'utilisation de procédures ou réglages différents de ceux donnés ici peut entraîner une dangereuse exposition à lumière laser visible. ATTENTION Le produit utilise une diode laser. Aucun dommage aux yeux humains n’a été constaté à la suite d’une exposition au rayon laser. Eviter de regarder fixement le rayon, comme toute autre source lumineuse intense telle que le soleil.

  • Page 141: Led Class

    Los instrumentos ópticos incluyen binoculares, microscopios, lentes y lupas. ATENCIÓN LED CLASS According to EN60825-1:2001, the Elf 1D models which use the green spot LED are also CLASS 1 LED PRODUCTS. APPARECCHIO LED CLASSE 1 IEC PRODUIT LED DE CLASSE 1 IEC...

  • Page 142: Radio Compliance

    The Radio modules used in this product automatically adapt to the frequencies set by the system and do not require any parameter settings. The TYPE field shows the correspondence between ELF™ types and radio modules: TYPE: ABCDEE-FGH-IJJK-LMMMM A: “0” if WWAN module is not present, “E” for GSM/GPRS/EDGE WWAN module, “U”...
  • Page 143 Information for the User ENGLISH Contact the competent authority responsible for the management of radio frequency devices of your country to verify any possible restrictions or licenses required. Refer site http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/sectors/rtte/documents/contacts- points/spectr/ for further information. ITALIANO Contatta l'autorità competente per la gestione degli apparati a radio frequenza del tuo paese, per verificare eventuali restrizioni o licenze.

  • Page 144: Fcc Compliance

    FCC COMPLIANCE FCC Regulations • This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 145: Rf Exposure Information (Sar)

    RF EXPOSURE INFORMATION (SAR) This model device meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves. This device is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S.

  • Page 146: Industry Canada Compliance

    SAR COMPLIANCE This product has been tested and found to comply with the following standards: For the used worst case positions, the portable device ELF from Datalogic (FCC ID: U4G0040; contains FCC ID: U4G004W) is in compliance with the IC RSS 102 Issue 4 [RSS 102] and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Guidelines [OET 65] for uncontrolled exposure.

  • Page 147: Ctia Compliance

    CTIA COMPLIANCE Do not disassemble or open crush, bend or deform, puncture or shred Do not modify or remanufacture, attempt to insert foreign objects into the battery, immerse or expose to water or other liquids, expose to fire, explosion or other hazard. Only use the battery for the system for which it is specified Only use the battery with a charging system that has been qualified with the system per this standard.

  • Page 148: Weee Compliance

    For more detailed information about disposal, contact the supplier that provided you with the product in question or consult the dedicated section at the website www.datalogic.com.
  • Page 149 Auswirkungen für die Umwelt und die Gesundheit der Menschen  ermöglicht die Wiederverwendung der Materialien und spart somit Energie und Resourcen Weitere Informationen zu dieser Richtlinie erhalten sie von ihrem Lieferanten über den sie das Produkt erworben haben, oder besuchen sie unsere Hompage unter www.datalogic.com.

  • Page 150: Glossary

    GLOSSARY Access Point A device that provides transparent access between Ethernet wired networks and IEEE 802.11 interoperable radio-equipped mobile units. Hand-held mobile computers, PDAs or other devices equipped with radio cards, communicate with wired networks using Access Points (AP). The mobile unit (mobile computer) may roam among the APs in the same subnet while maintaining a continuous, seamless connection to the wired network.
  • Page 151 Decode To recognize a bar code symbology (e.g., Codabar, Code 128, Code 3 of 9, UPC/EAN, etc.) and convert the content of the bar code scanned from a visual pattern into electronic data. Depth of Field (DOF) The portion of a scene that appears acceptably sharp in the image. Although a lens can precisely focus at only one distance, the decrease in sharpness is gradual on each side of the focused distance, so that within the DOF, the unsharpness is imperceptible under normal viewing conditions.
  • Page 152 IEEE 802.11 A set of standards carrying out wireless local area network (WLAN) computer communication in the 2.4, 3.6 and 5 GHz frequency bands. They are created and maintained by the IEEE LAN/MAN Standards Committee. Light Emitting Diode (LED) A low power electronic light source commonly used as an indicator light. It uses less power than an incandescent light bulb but more than a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).
  • Page 153 TDMA Time division multiple access (TDMA) is digital transmission technology that allows a number of users to access a single radio-frequency (RF) channel without interference by allocating unique time slots to each user within each channel. The TDMA digital transmission scheme multiplexes three signals over a single channel. The current TDMA standard for cellular divides a single channel into six time slots, with each signal using two slots, providing a 3 to 1 gain in capacity over advanced mobile- phone service (AMPS).

  • Page 154: Index

    Datalogic Configuration Utility; 85 Replacing the Batteries; 14 Datalogic Desktop Utility; 86 Replacing The Hand Strap; 5 Datalogic Firmware Utility; 82 Resetting the Elf; 42 Description of the Keys; 38 RF Exposure Information (SAR); 137 DL Buttons; 55 Safety Regulations; 126 Elf Description;...
  • Page 155 Status Indicators; 44 Stylus Calibration; 69 Using the Stylus; 30 Taskbar; 45 WEEE Compliance; 140 Technical Data; 117 Windows CE Touch Screen Technical Features; 117 Calibration; 32 Test Codes; 122 Windows Mobile® Device Center; 73 Touch Gestures; 31 Wireless and Radio Frequencies Warnings;...

  • Page 156: Declaration Of Conformity

    DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Datalogic ADC S.r.l. Via S. Vitalino 13 40012 - Lippo di Calderara Bologna - Italy dichiara che declares that the déclare que le bescheinigt ,daß das Gerät declare que el modelli con funzionalità radio 802.11a/b/g+BT models with 802.11a/b/g+BT radio feature modèles avec 802.11a/b/g+BT radio intégrés...
  • Page 157 TO HUMAN EXPOSURE RESTRICTIONS FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS - 300 50581:2012 TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC PRODUCTS WITH RESPECT TO THE RESTRICTION OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES Lippo di Calderara di Reno, April 12 2013 Ruggero Cacioppo Quality & Reliability MGR Datalogic ADC S.r.l.
  • Page 158 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Datalogic ADC S.r.l. Via S. Vitalino 13 40012 - Lippo di Calderara Bologna - Italy dichiara che declares that the déclare que le bescheinigt ,daß das Gerät declare que el modelli con funzionalità radio Edge+BT+802.11a/b/g models with Edge+BT+802.11a/b/g radio feature modèles avec Edge+BT+802.11a/b/g radio intégrés...
  • Page 159 301 489-3 1.4.1, 2002 ETSI EN AUGUST ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY AND RADIO SPECTRUM MATTERS ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY STANDARD FOR RADIO EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES PART SPECIFIC CONDITIONS FOR SHORT RANGE DEVICES OPERATING ON FREQUENCIES BETWEEN 301 489-7 1.3.1, 2005 ETSI EN NOVEMBER ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY AND RADIO SPECTRUM MATTERS ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY STANDARD FOR RADIO EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES...
  • Page 160 TO HUMAN EXPOSURE RESTRICTIONS FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS - 300 50581:2012 TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC PRODUCTS WITH RESPECT TO THE RESTRICTION OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES Lippo di Calderara di Reno, April 12 2013 Ruggero Cacioppo Quality & Reliability Manager Datalogic ADC S.r.l.
  • Page 161 ©2010-2014 Datalogic ADC S.r.l. All rights reserved. Datalogic and the Datalogic logo are registered trademarks of Datalogic S.p.A. In many countries, including the U.S.A. and the E.U. Datalogic ADC S.r.l. Via S. Vitalino, 13 40012 Lippo di Calderara di Reno...

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