Unitech PA982 Personal Computer User Manual
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1. Turn on the bluetooth module O Turn off the bluetooth module BF Settings amp Help RUN Boece Joc Internet Explorer a BTPowe Qe 11 24 AM A E 2 lap Start Settings Control Panel Bluetooth Device Properties Backlight gt CPU Speed Controler x Display Tnitornat 3 Tab Scan Device 4 Select a device from the list and select Trusted You are prompted for a passkey 5 Enter the Passkey 4 gt a E Contr Sof 11 22 AM A E r Certificates Device Properties k i Bl rasa Date Time Dialing G amp Error Input Panel Reporting gt d konbina ar Mini ico Jv Trusted o W Active Authenticate Encrypt Delete Scan Device 24 Scan Device lt a E Blut ke 2 56 AM aA E Copyright 2006 unitech Electronics Co Ltd All rights reserved unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co Ltd On the PC screen you are prompted to enter the Bluetooth PIN Code Request Bluetooth FIN Code Request van Device Name Before a connection can be established this computer and the device above must be paired The Bluetooth pairing procedure creates a secret kew that is used in all fure connections between these two devices to establish identity and encrypt the data that these devices exchange To create the paired relationship enter the PIN code and click OE Bluetooth PIN2. Gnc Gt Co 1D 11 unitech Calibrating the PA982 Screen The calibrate screen automatically appears when the unit is powered on for the first time or after the system is reset There are 2 ways to calibrate the screen A Press Func Key ESC Key B 1 Tap Start gt Settings tap the Control Panel tab 2 Tap the Stylus icon File view JE ber i ed a PC Regional Connection Settings gt m Remove Scanner Storage Programs Set Manager abe System Virtual Keys Volume amp a Sounds lt gt ae E Contro Sof 1 25 PM A E 12 Chapter 1 Getting Started The Stylus Settings window appears Ee anin This window enables you to calibrate the screen Double Tap Calibration If your device isn t iE responding properly to your taps you may need to recalibrate your screen To start the recalibration process tap Recaliprate a stylus S oF 1 27 PM A E 3 Tap Recalibrate to calibrate the screen Carefully press and briefly hold stylus i on the center of the target The align screen window appears Repeat as the target moves around the screen 4 Tap the cross hair firmly and accurately RES eG Ee Reeser 5 The cross hair moves to the next location Carefully press and briefly hold stylus on the center of the target Repeat as the target moves _ around the screen ress the Esc key to cancel 5 Continue tapping the cross hairs
3. Carefully press and briefly hold stylus until the screen has been calibrated on the center of the target i as the target moves around the screen S the Esc key to cancel eA 13 Adjusting the Screen Brightness Adjust the screen brightness by pressing the Function button FUNC to enable the soft keys and pressing the left decrease brightness or right increase brightness cursor buttons Increase Brightness Decrease Brightness e e Function Button 14 Copyright 2006 unitech Electronics Co Ltd All rights reserved unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co Ltd B U nN itec h Chapter 2 Using The Hardware Chapter 2 Using the Harware The following table describes the main keypad keys Press this button to turn the PA982 on Press and hold this button for two seconds to turn the PA982 off Pressing this button corresponds to tapping the cancel or X button on the screen ase Press the backspace key to erase characters Press the function key to perform alternative key functions Refer to Using Hotkeys on page 16 Use the tab key to toggle between fields or to tab forward in word processing applications Press the enter key to confirm an action or entry by the user Use the cursor keys to navigate in applications Press and hold the Function key and then press the right and left arrows to raise and lower the screen brightness Press the alpha key to toggle b
4. The Backlight screen appears 3 Tap the Battery Power or External Power radio button and do any of the following Tap the Dim backlight if device is not used O Fv terna Poner for check box and select the amount of time Dim Backlight if device is before the unit reduces the backlight intensity mot used For Turn off Backlight if E inut irom the drop down list device is not used For n Tap the Turn off backlight if device is not el te pressed or the screen is tapped used for check box and select the amount of time before the unit turns off the backlight from the drop down list Tap the Turn on the backlight checkbox to On Intensity a Dim Intensity 4 Tarni it Darnall Trtorncat activate the backlight when the screen is i tapped or a button is pressed 29 Backlight Ok 2 22 am A Use the slider bars to select the intensity of the backlight when it is fully on or dimmed 35 Performing a Hardware Reset You may have to perform a reset if the device freezes i e device no longer responds to the buttons on the screen There are three ways to Performing a Warm Boot A warm boot allows your device to get a fresh start similar to rebooting a computer This will restart your device and adjust memory allocation All records and entries are retained after a warm boot Unsaved data in open programs may in some cases be lost 1 Tap Start Programs Utilities B
5. Enter the network key 9 Tap OK Start to search for RF signal and the RF is connected p d SUMMIT f DATA COMMU CATIONS Active Profile ThirdPartyConfig 7 Status Associated Radio Type BG Reg Domain Worldwide Driver 1 03 09 SCL W1 03 09 About SCU BootMode farming Warm Boot Lose unsaved data Cold Boot Lose all data and files in SOUGGRIOGI Wireless Information Select a network and press connect or right click for more options To add a new network double click Sdd New Y Add New A MTC UTE preferred Status Connected to UTE Signal Strength Wery Good Notify when new networks available Wireless Properties x Network name SSID LTE This is an ad hoc network Encryption WEF w Authentication Open 7 Network key 12345678 key index i i The key is provided automatically _ Enable 802 1 authentication EAP type ris Properties 29 30 Chapter 4 Barcode Scanner Programs Chapter 4 Barcode Scanner Programs Scanner Settings When it is necessary for the user to change the default barcode symbology for a different appli cation the Scanner Control Panel provides the ability to change default symbology place delim iter characters behind scanned data and save the settings Press FUNC 7 to display the Scanner Con trol Panel NOTE Alternatively tap Start gt Settings System Scann
6. ments including underwater submersion up to one meter Easy to Use The unit is equipped with large display touch screen and a 22 key keypad The key pad is watertight and has high visibility backlit keys that allow for operation in dim light conditions The PA982 supports integrated long range scanners for fast and accurate data collection Advanced Power Capacity The double cell 7 4V 2200mAh battery pack support operation up to 12 hours An optional gun grip handle includes an additional battery for operation over extended periods Features Powerful system e Microsoft Windows CE 5 0 Profes sional Plus operating system e Intel Xscale PXA255 processor with speed up to 400Mhz System memory e 64MB SDRAM e 64 MB Flash ROM Display e 3 5 inch QVGA LCD touch sensi tive screen e 320 x 240 resolution Barcode scanner e Built in Bar Code Scan Engine e Long range capacity optional e RFID reader optional e Symbol SE1200 support e UNITECH HAMSTER barcode decoder Expansion slot PCMCIA Type II slot Wireless connectivity e 802 11b g optional e Bluetooth wireless technology e Infrared port Communication e USB Host amp Client e IrDA 1 2 SIR using the cradle e GSM GPRS via expansion slot e VOIP support e 802 11b g optional e Bluetooth version 1 2 Supports Bluetooth Printer Bluetooth Modem Bluetooth ActiveSync Battery life e Batch usage with 50 backlight 12 hours e Charging time 4
7. Code Cancel 6 Enter the same Bluetooth PIN Code as you entered in step 4 7 On the PA982 select a device from the list and select Active Scan Device On SHANE _ P2 00195d0f4 727 Oo 3 SHANE XP O0195d0f4 727 oH SHANE_XP O0195d0f4 727 SHANE Fi ice iy Authenticate Encrypt Delete gt 8 On your PC click ActiveSync gt BY bluet E gt 3 04 am S Connection Setting Select your BT COM Port gt OK Connection Settings Connection disabled Connect Show status icon in taskbar Allow USE connections i Allow connectons to one of the Following COMI Infrared Fort IA Help Cancel 25 9 On the PA600 tap Start gt Program gt _ Bluetooth gt BTActiveysne sractivesync eg FP OTP TOMe E BTPoweroN 10 An icon appears on the taskbar Double tap the icon 11 You will see the Activesync window pops up Je US a Tap More ax Address Windows S98 T Activesync ink 28 BTAPI DLL 4 btd dl N gt 12 Tap Inquiry Select the bluetooth device you want to sync Tap OK Deregister gt START No bonding 13 Tap BTActivesync icon again Tap Sync 14 Activesync begin Bluetooth ActiveSync V1 03 B O00eed212105 1 Running on COMS 26 Copyright 2006 unitech Electronics Co Ltd All rights reserved unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co Ltd Installing th
8. H Password 2 Regional Connection Settings m 8 Remove Storage Programs Manager A Battery Power External Backup battery Good Good Low z Low Very Low Very Low Main batteries External Battery Capacity Voltage ae Powe CEI H Main battery voltage 33 Extending Battery Life You can extend the PA982 battery life by doing either of the following e Changing the automatic power settings e Reducing CPU speed e Minimizing the use of backlight Changing the Automatic Power Settings The PA982 enters idle mode when there is no task or all tasks are waiting for input In the default setting the PA982 enters User Idle mode when there is no user input after one minute The remains idle for 3 minutes and when there is no external charging power connected Pressing the power button returns the PA982 to the same point at the time of automatic shutdown To change the automatic power settings 1 Inthe Power Properties screen tap the Schemes tab 2 Tap the automatic shut off time arrow to select from a list of time periods for the following modes User Idle the PA982 switches to User Idle mode when there is no user input after the selected time Power Properties Battery Schemes Device Status Switch state to System Idle the PA982 switches to from User Idle mode to System Idle mode when the system is inactive after the selected time Swi
9. charge the battery how to check battery sta tus how to connect the PA982 to a PC how to turn on the PA982 for the first time how to install a PCMCIA card and how to calibrate the screen Installing the Battery WARNING There is a risk of fire and burns if the battery pack is handled improp erly DO NOT disassemble crush puncture short external contacts or dispose the battery pack in fire or water DO NOT attempt to open or service the battery pack Dispose of used batteries according to local recycling guidelines in your area A backup battery cell is embedded into your device to prevent data loss in instances when the removable battery pack is removed or completely discharged The backup battery will keep the data and system setting for up to 6 hours if the main battery is removed NOTE e To enable the internal battery cell to provide backup power supply charge your device with the main battery pack for at least 16 hours e The first time you use the PA982 you must turn on the backup battery switch e The first time you use the PA982 you must activate the LCD heater switch When activated LCD heater will turn on automatically when the temperature is lower than 10 C Copyright 2006 unitech Electronics Co Ltd All rights reserved unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co Ltd Chapter 1 Getting Started 1 Open the battery compartment by removing the four screws that secure the bat tery compa
10. its holder 2 Hold the stylus as holding a pencil 3 To make a choice from a menu lightly tap the tip of the stylus on that choice 4 To write data into a field on a form use the stylus to print the letters or numbers 16 Copyright 2006 unitech Electronics Co Ltd All rights reserved unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co Ltd Using the Laser Scanner The PA982 has an integrated laser scanner which reads all major bar code labels with excellent performance NOTE Reading software must be enabled in order to operate the scanner This can be a user loaded application or a pre loaded utility such as Scanner setting or Scan2key Activate the laser scanner by pressing either one of the trigger keys located on the left and right side of the unit The PA982 has a built in Scanner Setting utility that allows you to test the device s barcode scan function Scan button 1 To launch Scanner Settings press FUNC 7 NOTE Alternatively tap Start gt Settings gt System Scanner Settings 2 The Scanner Control Panel opens From here you can configure barcode scanner parameters such as enabling or disabling bar code symbologies setting data transmission options configuring magnetic and proximity read ing options and setting power management options ene Data Options Sanity Data Editing sims Magnetic Reading Options nee Proximity Reading Options eee S
11. the AC adapter into an electrical outlet 3 B OD Charging the Battery with the Docking Station 1 Plug the AC adapter cable into the power jack on the docking station then con nect the AC adapter into an electrical outlet 2 Slide the device into the docking station until it clicks into place 3 The connection is secure when the bottom edge of the device is aligned with the docking station and the LED indicator on the device lights up red LED Status PA982 Solid Red Charging Solid Green Green Charging complete complete o om fi Erano LED Charging a ii LED Synchronization is taking place Note This LED is only appli cable in the RS232 model Checking the Battery Status lf the main battery level becomes low in the PAAA ETNerties course of normal use a status icon f appears on the device screen system tray indicating low or very low battery status In both cases perform an ActiveSync operation to back up your data then Battery schemes Device Status Power Charging Backup battery Good Good recharge your device as soon as possible T E iow Very Low Very Loy Main batteries lf the battery level reaches a low status the device will enter sleep mode and cannot be pow ered up until the battery is charged Battery Capacity Chargin
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13. ad J Recycle Bin My Mime ments My Device Programs ig Favorites Je Ei Documents ote l E Control Panel a Network and Dial up Connections 1e Taskbar and Start Menu CEI 8 03 AM A E Bluetooth KMENE UNITY Device 0 2 Certificates CPU Speed Date Time Device Display Management kFoshnansard _ Dialing Tarni it Osreal Tetornat 4 gt a E contr CEI 8 05 AM A E Copyright 2006 unitech Electronics Co Ltd All rights reserved unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co Ltd Checking the Main and Backup Battery Status This section describes how to view the power level for both the main and backup bat tery To minimize power consumption you can define settings for the auto off function and the processor s operation speed To check the main and backup battery status 1 Tap Start Settings Control Panel gt Power The Power Properties screen appears 2 The battery menu item displays the status of the main and backup batteries On the screen shown here the main battery is good but the backup battery charge is very low You should charge the backup battery as soon as possible in this case NOTE when the battery charge reaches below 10 If the battery does not accept a charge contact unitech Technical Support It is necessary to charge the battery k x T T Me D i Y t l ad l ad Options Pa 7 al
14. ally or upon connection Your computer can create a partnership with multiple PA982s Also a PA982 can create a partnership with up to two computers NOTE Using ActiveSync to Exchange Files You can use ActiveSync to exchange information from your device your computer and vice versa Changes you make to the information on one location will not affect the information on the other one If you want to automatically update information on both dows CE Store information your device and computer synchronize the information instead You can copy two types of information to your device files and Pocket Access Win The following procedure only applies to copying files Refer to the ActiveSync Help on your computer for instructions on how to copy Pocket Access Windows CE Store information NOTE Files created on your computer may need to be converted by Active sync so that they can be viewed and edited on your device and vice versa To copy files 1 Connect your device to your computer 2 In ActiveSync on your computer click Explore Mobile Device File Edit View Favorites Tools Help P pi p Search izy Folders ak Xx la e a E Bact Address g Mobile Device Size Type Modified System Folder File Folder File Folder Mame d My Windows Mobile Based De Other Places Business i My Computer My asl My Pictures File Folder L My Documents Personal File Folder 3 Shared Documents File Folder J My Net
15. apter 3 Getting Connected The unitech PA982 enables users to link to a host computer using an RS 232 IrDA or WLAN connection for data communication This chapter provides an overview of PA982 communication options Establishing Device PC Connection Installing Microsoft ActiveSync In order to exchange data between your computer and the PA982 Microsoft Active sync must be installed on your computer Use the RS232 serial charging cable that comes with your device or the docking station to connect the device to your computer NOTE Ifyou have a previous version of the Microsoft ActiveSync installed in your computer uninstall it first before installing the latest version of Microsoft ActiveSync The PA982 Ultra Rugged Mobile Computer requires ActiveSync version 4 2 or higher To install Microsoft ActiveSync on your computer 1 Close any open programs including those that run at startup and disable any virus scanning software 2 Download the ActiveSync software from the Microsoft ActiveSync Download age at i www microsoft com downloads details aspx FamilyID 72691 73a 28btf 4cac a682 58d3233efb4c amp DisplayLang en 3 Browse to the location of the downloaded file and double click it The installation wizard begins New Partnership Set Up a Partnership Before you can synchronize information between your mobile device and this computer you must set up a partnership between them Would you like to set up a partnership
16. aratus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equip ment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte les exigences du Reglement sur le mat riel broilleur du Canada The device is certified to the requirements of RSS 139 1 for 2 4 GHz spread spectrum devices European Conformity Statement Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R amp TTE 1999 5 EC and EMC 89 336 EEC directives RoHS Statement This device conforms to RoHS Reduction Of Hazardous Sub stances European Union regulations that set maximum concentra lt tion limits on hazardous materials used in electrical and electronic equipment unitech Green Product jar A Laser Information The unitech PA982 series Is certified in the U S to conform to the requirements of DHHS CDRH 21CFR Subchapter J and to the requirements of IEC 825 1 Class Il and Class 2 products are not considered to be hazardous The PA982 series contains internally a Visible Laser Diode VLD whose emissions do not exceed the maximum limits as set forth in the above regulations The scanner is designed so that there is no human access to harmful laser light during normal operation user maintenance or during prescribed service operations The laser safety warning label required by the DHHS IEC for the PA982 series s optional laser scanner module is located on the memory compartment cover on the back of the unit CAUTION Use of controls or adjustm
17. canning Options oe Power Management breene Miscellaneous Options Apply BY Misean er sios am A E 3 To test the barcode scanner tap the Test tab 4 Tap Tools Data 021000012701 gt Image 23 Misean 2 gt 504 am A E 17 18 Scanner Control Panel OK 5 Tap Enable Scan Settings aa To Kpd Version 6 To perform auto scan Tap Tools gt Auto Scan gt Start Auto Scan 7 Choose Interval 3 secs 8 Tap Start Enable Scan Auto Scan 9 Laser scans every 3 seconds and barcode Save To File is manna scanned automatically Diagnose F Tools Edit Mode Apply x 10 Tap Tools Auto Scan Stop Auto Scan Scanner control Panel 11 To enable the scanner outside of the test settings Test EEE version tab user must enable Scan2Key exe Sets service ca Ture Deut F rom scanner port to keypad DUFFEr This can be done via the To Kpd tab Ane all sean data Ine rar scanner magnetic reader or proximity reader will be treated as they are just T 12 Check the box labeled Start Scan2Key When Exit and tap OK at the top right The scanner will be enabled and scans will be directed to the keyboard buffer SLs cease Intercharacter Delay ms li Shift Key Delay ims i Tools Edit Mode Apply x Copyright 2006 unitech Electronics Co Ltd All rights reserved unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co Ltd Chapter 3 Getting Connected Ch
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19. e WLAN Card Optional You can install an optional Wireless Local Area Network WLAN Card in the PA982 to provide wireless network function Follow these instructions 1 Remove the two screws securing the WLAN compartment cover 2 Slide the WLAN card module into the PA982 as shown until the card s contacts are firmly connected 3 Replace the WLAN compartment cover screws NOTE WiFi access requires a separate purchase of a service contract with a wireless service provider Contact a wireless service provider for more information 2 WiFi Connection Unitech terminals come with built in RF facility This chapter guides the user on how to setup the RF setting 1 Double tap the Summit Client Utility L Internet Gami Evmoret tent UUtat 2 Under Main tab for Active Profile select Third PartyConfig Status Radio Type Reg Domain WorldWide Driver 1 05 09 SCL 1 05 09 About SCU 3 A Power Cycle is required to make settings activate properly Tap OK A Power Cycle is required to make settings activate properly eg Domain VYorldyvide river v1 03 09 CU v1 03 09 About SCU 28 4 Tap OK 5 Warm Start the terminal 6 Once the RF card is detected you will see the RF setting window pop up 7 Tap Add New Or double tap your preferred network to add a new SSID 8 Enter the SSID Uncheck The key is provided automatically
20. e scanner Long Range optional RFID Reader optional Dual color red green LED Communication USB Host amp Client IrDA 1 2 SIR through cradle GSM GPRS via expansion slot 802 11b g optional Bluetooth SS ee 5 95 non condensing Accessories Desktop Cradle with power jack USB cable Synchronization and power cable AC DC power adapter Gun grip handle with internal Li ion battery Software Microsoft Visual Studio 2005 Microsoft Windows CE 5 0 SDK unitech PA982 SDK VOIP via 3rd party 39
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22. ents or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light Use of optical instruments with the scanner will increase eye hazard Optical instruments include binoculars microscopes and magnifying glasses This does not include eye glasses worn by the user Battery Notices This unit is equipped with a battery pack and backup battery Both batteries will dis charge after an extended period of not being used When both batteries are discharged recharge the unit for 16 hours in order to fully charge the main battery and backup battery There are two ways to recharge PA982 1 Plug the synchronization cable to the PA982 and plug the 12V 2A AC DC adapter to the power jack of the synchronization cable 2 Place the PA982 into the docking station and plug the 12V 2A AC DC adapter to the power jack of the docking station lf the main battery is removed the backup battery ensures the data on SDRAM is safe for up to 6 hours To prevent data loss do not leave the PA982 uncharged with the main battery removed for an extended period Refer to Chapter 7 Charging the battery Battery Charge Notice It is important to consider the environment temperature whenever you are charging the Lithium lon battery pack The process is most efficient at normal room tempera ture or slightly cooler It is essential that you charge batteries within the stated range of 5 C to 50 C Charging batteries outside of the
23. er Settings to display the Scanner Control Panel Scan2Key The Scan2Key application routes input from a scanner port to a keypad buffer making all input from the scanner emulate input from the keypad Using Scan2Key scanned data will be directed from the scanner port to any waiting active focused text editor such as MS Mobile Word or a text box in an application Press FUNC 7 to display the Scanner Control Panel then tap To Kpd to access Scan2Key set tings Scanner Gontrol Panel Settings Test To Kpd Version arcade Symbologes Barcode IDs n Data Options oe Data Editing aca Magnetic Reading Options ee Proximity Reading Options ren Scanning Options see Power Management seve Miscellaneous Options Apply 4 Wilscan sor 5 05 am A E Scanner Gontrol Panel Settings Test To Kpd Version Scanekey service can route input From scanner port to keypad buffer so that all scan data input From scanner magnetic reader or proximity reader will be treated as F Scanekey Settings fi fi Intercharacter Delay msi Shift key Delay ms a AiillScan E Eip 7 59 AM A E Copyright 2006 unitech Electronics Co Ltd All rights reserved unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co Ltd Barcode Symbologies Symbology Enable Check Transmit Max Transmit Other Disable Char Digit Check Min Leading ae aes Bookland EAN Codabar ae Start Stop b
24. etween numeric and alphabetic Alpha entry modes This key also toggles between upper and lower case alphabetic characters Press these keys to enter numbers or characters depending 1 on whether the Alpha key has been pressed Press the 0 key to enter a space Press this key to add punctuation Using the Alpha Key When the PA982 boots the default condition is Numeric Mode on When you toggle to Alpha Mode the default condition is CAPS mode off Alpha Mode Press alpha to aloha mode the default condition is CAPS off CAPS Press Alpha key twice to toggle CAPS 15 Using Hotkeys The PA982 provides eight combination hot keys to activate specified screen setting functions or programs These hotkeys are useful for calibrating the touch screen tog gling the backlight and adjusting screen contrast when the menu driven operation is disabled Below is the list of hotkeys To use them press and hold the FUNC key in combination with the corresponding second key FUNC ESC Re calibrate the touch screen FUNC Decrease screen brightness FUNC P Increase screen brightness FUNC TAB Toggle screen and LCD backlight FUNC 6 Open the Task manager Using the Stylus CAUTION Never use anything other than the PA982 stylus on the screen Using another object as a stylus could cause permanent damage 1 Slide the stylus in the direction of the arrow A and then pull out B to remove the stylus from
25. g Voltage ive ied Pow OF bss k o 47 PM A E Main TE Backup battery icon icon 10 Copyright 2006 unitech Electronics Co Ltd All rights reserved unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co Ltd Chapter 1 Getting Started Connecting the PA982 to a PC Use the synchronization power cable to connect the PA982 to a PC to use with Active Sync 1 Connect the RS232 connector jack to the PA982 1 2 Plug the RS232 serial connector into a serial port on the PC and connect the AC adapter into the RS232 connector 2 3 Connect the AC adapter into an electrical outlet 3 rans IL GY a Le Turning the PA982 on for the First Time After you have initially charged your device for about 16 hours the device is ready to be used You can now start up your device where you ll adjust the screen brightness calibrate the display and set up the system time zone date and time Powering On 1 Turn on your device by pressing the power button on the front panel NOTE The PA982 screen ships with a pro tective plastic film You may remove this if desired by peeling from one Power Button corner The screen will be more sus ceptible to scratching without the film but will be more readable 2 The unitech PA982 welcome screen appears for a moment followed by the cali bration screen
26. he up 4 partnership so that can synchronize i ormation between my device and this computer O No don t want to synchronize information Set up my device as a guest so that can copy or move information between my device and this computer 19 unitech 20 4 Follow the instructions on the screen to install Microsoft ActiveSync Connecting the Device to Your Computer 1 After ActiveSync has been installed connect the PA982 to your PC as described in Connecting the PA982 to a PC on page 11 2 Turn the PA982 on 3 ActiveSync starts automatically and configure the USB port to work with the PA982 The New Partnership setup wizard automatically starts NOTE If ActiveSync doesn t start auto matically click Start Pro grams Micro soft ActiveSync lf a message appears indicating that it is unable to detect a connec tion click the Can cel button and manually config ure the communi cation settings 4 Follow the onscreen instructions 5 When the configuration process is complete the ActiveSync window appears Microsoft ActiveSync File View Tools Help Synchronize ro Explore Delete Mobile Device Connection Settings Hide Details Information Type Status F Windows Pr 8 Contacts Fe Calendar 2 E mail Tasks ica Favorites media Setup must be completed 6 Synchronization will be initialized and will take place if you ve chosen to syn chronize periodic
27. hours e Embedded backup battery cell User friendly interface e Quick launch hot keys for accessing often used system applications calibration and other device management tasks e Keys for barcode scanning Copyright 2006 unitech Electronics Co Ltd All rights reserved unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co Ltd Chapter 1 Getting Started Package Contents After opening the box ensure the following accessories for the PA982 are present S i Stvlus USB Cable Synchronization and 7 optional Power Cable ZIN CD ROM Quick Reference Guide Cradle optional If anything is missing or appears damaged in any way contact your dealer A Tour of the PA982 The following sections describe the main components and features of the PA982 Front Left View 1 Status indicator Indicates the battery charging and barcode scanning status Green Battery is fully charged or barcode scanning process is completed without error Red Battery is charging barcode scanner is fired activated 2 Left scanner Press to activate the barcode laser scanner trigger button Power button If the device is off press this button to turn it on Alternatively when the unit is on this key must be pressed and held down for about two seconds in order to turn the device off Universal Connects your device to a synchronization power connector cable This cable connects to the computer s com p
28. its CLSI format data length Code 11 check digits data Code 128 128 YES fdata data length ore vs o Ves fran ar aa Code 39 For ASCII Transmit Start Stop bits Function Code Double label decoding data length double labels separator Code93 YES E R i data length eo ves es ves EAN 128 YES Yes a Code ID Field EAN 13 fs a 8 ie Eoo T suppress first or ba digit data length nuii 2 of a Fixed Length Not suppress first or last PF data length wey Code wey MSI Plessey YES YES Check digit double module 10 data w e length Standard 2 Fixed Length Data Telpen Standard ror a has or a hn E n a a NSC ae Supplement 2 Group Supplement 5 Insert Space before supplement most have supplement Add on code try level Note Value Adjustable Scanner Control Panel V3 0 31 32 Chapter 5 Advanced Settings Chapter 5 Advanced Settings Adjusting Settings This section describes how to adjust the settings of your device to accommodate your work habits To access Settings tap Start Settings Control Panel The Control Panel appears From here you can adjust such user configu rable items as the backlight auto power off timer system volume and processor speed You can also assign functions to buttons config ure menus enter owner information and set up connections T Microsoft WordP
29. n in taskbar Port IR from the drop down M Allow USB connections list i Allow connections to one of the Following e Click OK M Open ActiveSync when my device connects Help Cancel 22 2 Perform the steps below on your device a Align the IR port of your PA982 with the IR port on your computer so that they are unblocked and within close range b Initiate connection by tapping Start Settings Control Panel PC Connection c Select Enable direct connections your desktop computer to the desktop computer using this E n gt check box d Tap the Change Connection e Select IRDA ae Wrc Co E 2 18 PM DA E f Tap OK Bluetooth Connection Your device is equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology that you can use to syn chronize information with a computer equipped with a Bluetooth adapter or access point Bluetooth wireless technology allows you to communicate with the computer whenever it is within range Follow these instructions to set up a Bluetooth connection 1 Tap Start Programs Bluetooth BTPowerON and check E AP Turn on Bluetooth module Tab OK My Device Media Player l gt E BT Activesync My Device Media Player mia BTPhone eTPowerON pft File Viewers i BTPrinter a cerdisp MS Command Prompt Ta Inbox 2 Internet Explorer Media Player BP Suspend RF microsoft WordPad ia a Windows Explorer e BT Poweron
30. oot Mode E g My Device Microsoft f gt Bluetooth Pl aie ActiveNet d BootMode r lt a ToCard g REGFUNCKEY d Registry Backup its Screen Rotation sE Server Manager The BootMode screen opens 2 Tap Warm Boot The system is reset and you will lose all unsaved data Alternatively to perform a warm boot lightly press the tip of the stylus to the reset button Warning located on the rear of the PA982 iapa Goet oo LASS FERNET EEE BootMode Cold Boot Lose all data and files in RAM Explorer ae BootMode CEI 2 30 AM A E 36 Copyright 2006 unitech Electronics Co Ltd All rights reserved unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co Ltd Performing a Cold Boot A cold boot cuts off power to your device erasing all records and entries deleting all programs you have added and restoring the device to default factory settings Never perform a cold boot unless a soft reset does not correct your problem When you perform your next ActiveSync operation you can restore any data that you previ ously synchronized to your computer or you can restore data that you backed up to a storage card You can perform a cold boot using the Boot Mode utility in the operating system or by pressing the Cold Boot hardware reset button in the PCMCIA bay Performing a Cold Boot using the Boot Mode Utility 1 Tap Start Programs Utilities Boot Mode The BootMode screen open
31. ort and accepts the 12V AC adapter to provide power to the PA982 See page 9 for further instructions The unit can simultaneously recharge and perform an Activesync operation Stylus Enables you to interact with the operating system To use the stylus remove it from its holder and hold it the same way you hold a pen or pencil Desktop cradle Enables you to interface with the optional desktop connector cradle Copyright 2006 unitech Electronics Co Ltd All rights reserved unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co Ltd Chapter 1 Getting Started 7 Infrared IR port Uses infrared technology to transmit and receive data from other IR enabled devices Keypad interface for controlling the PA982 See Using the Harware on page 15 for more information Displays the applications and data stored on your device It is touch sensitive and responds to the stylus or finger 14 10 Battery compartment Houses the removable and rechargeable 7 4V 2200mAh lithium ion battery pack 11 Reset button Press the end of the stylus into the button to reset your device 12 Handstrap Enables you to securely hold the PA982 while using it Right scanner trigger Press to activate the barcode laser scanner button 14 PCMCIA compartment Open this compartment to access the PCMCIA Slot Barcode scanner window Window where scan laser pass thru Setting up the PA982 This section explains how to install and
32. rtment cover A and removing the cover B 2 LCD heater switch Backup battery switch 3 Position the battery pack make sure the battery contacts are aligned with the contacts in the compartment as shown in the following illustration Battery contacts Compartment contacts 4 Place the battery pack into the battery bay and press the battery securely into the compartment Copyright 2006 unitech Electronics Co Ltd All rights reserved unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co Ltd Chapter 1 Getting Started Charging the Battery Before using the PA982 for the first time you need to charge it for about 16 hours After that you can charge the PA982 every day to recharge the battery to full capacity Charge the PA982 using the synchronization power cable or the docking station CAUTION Operating the PA982 for the first time without the AC adapter and without fully charging the backup battery may result in loss of data stored in RAM memory When the main battery is removed the backup battery retains RAM data in memory for 6 hours charge the battery as soon as possible to avoid the data loss in RAM memory Charging the Battery using the Synchronization Power Cable 1 Connect the synchronization power cable connector to the PA982 1 2 Plug the AC adapter cable into the power jack on the RS232 serial connector 2 3 Connect
33. s 2 Tap Cold Boot The system is reset and you will lose all data including all files in the RAM memory NOTE When you perform a hard reset the date and time settings are not be retained For mats preferences and other settings are restored to their default factory settings Performing a Cold Boot using the Hardware Reset Button The hardware reset button enables you to reset the PA982 in the even that the operating system does not work or boot up fc hw My Device Microsoft Bluetooth A sia ActiveNet i BootMode IoCard Say REGFUNCKEY dep Registry Backup E Screen Rotation ef Server Manager Taskman BootMode Warming Warm Boot Lose unsaved data Cold Boot Lose all data and files in RA Explorer av BootMode be 2 30 AM A l 3 Remove the PCMCIA bay cover and press the white hardware reset button inside the PCMCIA bay with the tip of a screwdriver 38 Copyright 2006 unitech Electronics Co Ltd All rights reserved unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co Ltd System Specifications Appendix System Specifications Processing Memory Intel Xscale PXA255 400Mhz Memory SDRAM 64 MB Flash ROM 64 MB Microsoft Windows CE 5 0 Professional Plus _ 22 key including numeric key alpha key and function key Display 240x320 QVGA Color Transflective TFT with Touch Screen amp backlight Scanner Integrated liner barcod
34. specified range could damage the batteries and shorten their charging life cycle About This Manual Storage and Safety Notice Although charged Lithium lon batteries may be left unused for several months their Capacity may be depleted due to build up of internal resistance If this happens they will require recharging prior to use Lithium lon batteries may be stored at tempera tures between 20 C to 60 C however they may be depleted more rapidly at the high end of this range It is recommended to store batteries within normal room tempera ture unitech Table of Contents Preface About This Manual i Regulatory Compliance Statements 0 00 0000 ccc cee ceecectecsetecsesseteeeeseeeeaees EELEE EE AEE cip nn aap nce cie ge E E ceme co vane ate peu E EE E T i Canadian Compliance Statement cccccsccccccssssceeeeeeeeeeseeeseeeeseeeeessaeeeeeeseeeeesseeeeeesaaeeeeesaaes i European Conformity Statement ccccccsccccccceessseeeceeeseeeseceeseaeeeceeeeseaeaeeeeesssaaeeeeesesaegeeeeees i ROR ore I er S E E N E E O AE andactecdeacadace Laser Information 0 0 0nnnnonnnnnannanannsnnnnnannenenarnsrsrnrnsisrsrarisnerannrsrarinisrnrarinrarnrrsrernrnsrenne i Battery INU OS oiii a E A i Battery Charge Notice aceite ccasaaneminasiomsicnmiaacnisuadiapcuabactuananeitiahnedtntheavuntimksundhssaridtantiglavanebshaenstoinetas ji Storage and Safety NOtiCe cccccccsseccccceseececceeeeeeeceusececeeeeceeesauee
35. tch state to Suspend the PA982 Switch state to User Idle After 1 minute Switch state to System Icle After 3 minutes Switch state to Suspend switches from System Idle mode to Suspend mode when the system is inactive after the selected time The available time periods are 1 2 3 4 5 10 30 minutes and Never After S minutes by ae Powe D 8 14 AM DA E Reducing CPU Speed Follow these instructions to reduce the CPU speed 1 Tap Start Settings Control Panel CPU k x Speed z 5 2 Select a lower CPU speed to conserve battery o ES power Aironet Backlight Bluetooth Client Utility Device 7 si 2 i GPU Speed gt F Ai i a ay i I Current CPU Speed 400 Certificates isien s Date Time Y Select Desired CPU Speed C 100 Mhz ED L A _ 200 Mhz Device Dialing Display C 300 Mhz Management 34 Copyright 2006 unitech Electronics Co Ltd All rights reserved unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co Ltd Adjusting Backlight Setting The power consumption of the LCD backlight is high To conserve battery power turn off the backlight function if it is not necessary To change backlight settings 1 Tap Start gt Settings Control Panel 2 Tap Backlight JE E3 E Ajronet Bluetooth Client Utility Device O J 2 Pi Pr io d Certificates CPU Speed Date Time P b S Device Dialing Display Management 5 Tarni it Osrel
36. unitech unitech PA982 Ultra Rugged Mobile Computer E User s Manual 400556G Rev C unitech Preface About This Manual This manual explains how to install operate and maintain the PA982 Ultra Rugged Mobile Computer No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form or by any electrical or mechanical means without permission in writing from the manufacturer This includes electronic or mechanical means such as photocopying recording or information storage and retrieval systems The material in this manual is subject to change without notice Copyright 2006 unitech Electronics Co Ltd All rights reserved unitech global website address http www unitech adc com tw Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Microsoft Windows and ActiveSync are either registered trademarks or trade IA Oe marks of Microsoft Corporation Other product names mentioned in this manual Windows i j i M w Embedded may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies and are hereby acknowledged Partner powerepey Unitech is a member of Oracle Embedded Software Licensing SESE Program Regulatory Compliance Statements FCC Statement This is a FCC Part 15 Class B product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio inter ference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures Canadian Compliance Statement This Class B Digital app
37. work Places Details a Mobile Device 3 Locate the file that you want to copy on your device or computer 4 Do either one of the following To copy the file to your device right click the file and click Copy Place the cursor in the desired folder for your device right click then click Paste To copy the file to your computer right click the file and click Copy Place the cursor in the desired folder for your computer right click then click Paste 2 unitech Infrared Connection The infrared port allows you to synchronize information with an infrared enabled com puter Align the infrared port of your device with the infrared port on the computer This method is ideal for quickly switching between multiple devices since there are no cables or adapters to change 1 Perform the steps below on your computer a Configure an infrared port on your computer following the manufacturer s instructions b Once your computer s IR port is ready open ActiveSync c Click File Connection Settings Microsoft ActiveSync Saks File View Tools Help Synchronize Delete Mobile Device Q Connection Settings Hide Details Information Type Sr ars w Windows PC 8 Contacts Calendar 2 E mail Tasks G Favorites Media Setup must be completed c tion Setti d Check Allow connections onnection Settings to one Device connected of the following and select Infrared iw Show status ico
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