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Motorola MC3000 User Manual

MC3000

User Guide

MC3000

User Guide

72E-68899-04

Revision A

September 2007

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© 2007 by Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved.

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 Motorola. 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.

The software is provided strictly on an “as is” basis. All software, including firmware, furnished to the user is on a licensed basis. Motorola grants to the user a non-transferable and non-exclusive license to use each software or firmware program delivered hereunder (licensed program). Except as noted below, such license may not be assigned, sublicensed, or otherwise transferred by the user without prior written consent of Motorola. No right to copy a licensed program in whole or in part is granted, except as permitted under copyright law. The user shall not modify, merge, or incorporate any form or portion of a licensed program with other program material, create a derivative work from a licensed program, or use a licensed program in a network without written permission from Motorola. The user agrees to maintain Motorola’s copyright notice on the licensed programs delivered hereunder, and to include the same on any authorized copies it makes, in whole or in part. The user agrees not to decompile, disassemble, decode, or reverse engineer any licensed program delivered to the user or any portion thereof.

Motorola reserves the right to make changes to any software or product to improve reliability, function, or design.

Motorola does not assume any product liability arising out of, or in connection with, the application or use of any product, circuit, or application described herein.

No license is granted, either expressly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise under any Motorola, Inc., intellectual property rights. An implied license only exists for equipment, circuits, and subsystems contained in Motorola products.

MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo and Symbol and the Symbol logo are registered in the US Patent & Trademark Office. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG. Microsoft, Windows and ActiveSync are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies and are hereby acknowledged.

Motorola, Inc.

One Motorola Plaza

Holtsville, New York 11742-1300, USA

http://www.symbol.com

Patents

This product is covered by one or more of the patents listed on the website: www.symbol.com/patents

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Revision History

Changes to the original manual are listed below:

Change

Date

Description

 

 

 

-01 Rev A

Dec. 2004

Initial Release

 

 

 

-01 Rev B

June 2005

Added Four Slot Ethernet cradle.

 

 

 

 

 

Appendix A, added Accessory Specifications.

 

 

 

-02 Rev A

November 2005

Chapter 7, removed WZC, replaced with wireless application description.

 

 

Global changes:

 

 

Changed Windows CE.NET 4.2 to Windows CE.NET 5.0

 

 

Removed WZC references, replaced with wireless application references.

 

 

Added 802.11a.

 

 

Page 2-9 and 2-10 added Four Slot Ethernet cradle.

 

 

 

-02 Rev B

June 2006

Add Direct Part Marking information, MC3090S 128 MB RAM/64 MB Flash

 

 

configuration and update SMDK information.

 

 

 

-03 Rev A

Jan 2007

Add 20-key mechanical keypad, Fusion 2.5, BT Profile application.

 

 

 

-04 Rev A

August 2007

Motorola re-branding, operating system update: OEM version 05.26.0000.

 

 

 

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Table of Contents

Patents..................................................................................................................................................

ii

Revision History....................................................................................................................................

iii

About This Guide

 

Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................

xi

Documentation Set .........................................................................................................................

xi

Configurations.......................................................................................................................................

xii

Software Versions...........................................................................................................................

xiii

Chapter Descriptions ............................................................................................................................

xiv

Notational Conventions.........................................................................................................................

xiv

Related Documents and Software ........................................................................................................

xv

Service Information...............................................................................................................................

xv

Chapter 1: Getting Started

 

Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................

1-1

Unpacking the Mobile Computer .........................................................................................................

1-1

Accessories .........................................................................................................................................

1-2

Parts ....................................................................................................................................................

1-3

Rotating Scan Turret ......................................................................................................................

1-4

Mobile Computer Startup .....................................................................................................................

1-5

Install Main Battery ........................................................................................................................

1-5

Battery Charging ..................................................................................................................................

1-7

Spare Battery Charging .......................................................................................................................

1-9

Stylus ...................................................................................................................................................

1-9

Starting the Mobile Computer ..............................................................................................................

1-9

Calibration Screen .........................................................................................................................

1-10

Waking the Mobile Computer ..............................................................................................................

1-11

Main Battery Removal .........................................................................................................................

1-11

Strap/Door Assembly Removal and Replacement (MC3000S/R) .......................................................

1-12

Strap/Door Assembly Removal and Replacement (MC3090G) ...........................................................

1-13

Turning Off the Radios .........................................................................................................................

1-14

On Device with CE 5.0 (OEM Version 01.15 or lower) ..................................................................

1-14

WLAN Radio ............................................................................................................................

1-14

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Bluetooth Radio .......................................................................................................................

1-15

On Device with CE 5.0 (OEM Version 01.16 or higher) .................................................................

1-15

WLAN Radio ............................................................................................................................

1-15

Bluetooth Radio .......................................................................................................................

1-15

Chapter 2: Operating the MC3000

 

Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................

2-1

Power Button .......................................................................................................................................

2-1

Keypads ...............................................................................................................................................

2-1

Keypad Special Functions ...................................................................................................................

2-2

20-Key Mechanical Keypad ...........................................................................................................

2-3

28-Key Keypad ..............................................................................................................................

2-5

38-Key Keypad ..............................................................................................................................

2-8

48-Key Keypad ..............................................................................................................................

2-11

Demo Window .....................................................................................................................................

2-13

Desktop Window ..................................................................................................................................

2-13

Taskbar ................................................................................................................................................

2-14

Battery Unknown Icon ....................................................................................................................

2-15

Start Button ....................................................................................................................................

2-15

Programs Menu .............................................................................................................................

2-16

Keyboard Input Panel Button .........................................................................................................

2-16

Desktop Display Button ..................................................................................................................

2-16

Task Manager and Properties .............................................................................................................

2-17

Task Manager ................................................................................................................................

2-17

Properties .......................................................................................................................................

2-18

Entering Information ............................................................................................................................

2-19

Entering Information Using Keypad ...............................................................................................

2-19

Entering Information Using the Keyboard Input Panel ...................................................................

2-19

Entering Data via the Bar Code Scanner .......................................................................................

2-19

Data Capture .......................................................................................................................................

2-20

Laser Scanning ..............................................................................................................................

2-20

Scan LED Indicators ......................................................................................................................

2-20

Scanning Considerations ...............................................................................................................

2-20

Laser Decode Ranges ...................................................................................................................

2-21

Imaging ................................................................................................................................................

2-23

Imager ............................................................................................................................................

2-23

Operational Modes ...................................................................................................................

2-23

Aiming the Mobile Computer ..........................................................................................................

2-24

Imager Decode Ranges .................................................................................................................

2-25

Direct Part Marking ........................................................................................................................

2-27

Resetting the Mobile Computer ...........................................................................................................

2-28

Performing a Warm Boot ...............................................................................................................

2-28

Performing a Cold Boot ..................................................................................................................

2-28

Waking the Mobile Computer ..............................................................................................................

2-29

File System Directory Structure ...........................................................................................................

2-29

Connecting to the Internet on a Wireless LAN Network ......................................................................

2-30

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Chapter 3: Using Bluetooth

 

Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................

3-1

Security ................................................................................................................................................

3-2

Turning the Bluetooth Radio Mode On and Off ...................................................................................

3-2

Disabling Bluetooth ........................................................................................................................

3-2

Enabling Bluetooth .........................................................................................................................

3-3

Bluetooth Power States .................................................................................................................

3-3

Cold Boot .................................................................................................................................

3-3

Warm Boot ...............................................................................................................................

3-3

Suspend ...................................................................................................................................

3-4

Resume ....................................................................................................................................

3-4

Bluetooth Profiles .................................................................................................................................

3-4

Modes ..................................................................................................................................................

3-5

Wizard Mode ..................................................................................................................................

3-5

Explorer Mode ................................................................................................................................

3-7

Discovering Bluetooth Device(s) ..........................................................................................................

3-8

Bonding with Discovered Device(s) .........................................................................................

3-9

Renaming a Bonded Device ....................................................................................................

3-11

Deleting a Bonded Device .......................................................................................................

3-11

Accepting a Bond .....................................................................................................................

3-12

File Transfer Services ....................................................................................................................

3-14

Create New File or Folder ........................................................................................................

3-14

Delete File ................................................................................................................................

3-15

Get File ....................................................................................................................................

3-15

Put File .....................................................................................................................................

3-15

Connect to Internet Using Access Point ........................................................................................

3-15

Dial-Up Networking Services .........................................................................................................

3-15

Add a Dial-up Entry ..................................................................................................................

3-17

OBEX Object Push Services ..........................................................................................................

3-18

Send a Picture .........................................................................................................................

3-18

Headset Services ...........................................................................................................................

3-19

Serial Port Services .......................................................................................................................

3-20

Personal Area Network Services ...................................................................................................

3-21

Bluetooth Settings ................................................................................................................................

3-21

Device Info Tab ..............................................................................................................................

3-21

Services Tab ..................................................................................................................................

3-22

Dial-Up Networking Service .....................................................................................................

3-22

File Transfer Service ................................................................................................................

3-23

OBEX Object Push Service .....................................................................................................

3-24

Personal Area Networking Service ..........................................................................................

3-24

Serial Port Service ...................................................................................................................

3-25

Headset Service .......................................................................................................................

3-25

Security Tab ...................................................................................................................................

3-26

Discovery Tab ................................................................................................................................

3-26

Virtual COM Port Tab .....................................................................................................................

3-27

Miscellaneous Tab .........................................................................................................................

3-28

Chapter 4: Accessories

 

Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................

4-1

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Cradles ...........................................................................................................................................

4-1

Spare Battery Chargers .................................................................................................................

4-1

Cables ............................................................................................................................................

4-1

SD Card .........................................................................................................................................

4-2

Plastic Holster ................................................................................................................................

4-2

Fabric Holster .................................................................................................................................

4-2

Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle .............................................................................................................

4-2

Battery Charging ............................................................................................................................

4-2

LED Charge Indications ...........................................................................................................

4-3

Four Slot Cradles .................................................................................................................................

4-5

Battery Charging ............................................................................................................................

4-5

LED Charge Indications .................................................................................................................

4-6

Power LED .....................................................................................................................................

4-6

Speed LED .....................................................................................................................................

4-6

Link LED ........................................................................................................................................

4-6

Four Slot Spare Battery Charger .........................................................................................................

4-7

Spare Battery Charging .................................................................................................................

4-7

LED Charge Indications .................................................................................................................

4-8

Cables ..................................................................................................................................................

4-8

Battery Charging and Operating Power .........................................................................................

4-9

LED Charge Indications .................................................................................................................

4-9

Universal Battery Charger (UBC) Adapter ...........................................................................................

4-10

Spare Battery Charging .................................................................................................................

4-10

UBC Adapter LED Charge Indications ...........................................................................................

4-10

Secure Device Card .............................................................................................................................

4-12

Plastic Holster ......................................................................................................................................

4-13

Fabric Holster ......................................................................................................................................

4-15

Belt Clip ....................................................................................................................................

4-15

Shoulder Strap .........................................................................................................................

4-16

Chapter 5: Maintenance and Troubleshooting

 

Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................

5-1

Maintaining the Mobile Computer ........................................................................................................

5-1

Battery Safety Guidelines ....................................................................................................................

5-1

Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................................

5-2

Mobile Computer ............................................................................................................................

5-2

Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle ........................................................................................................

5-4

Four Slot Charge Only Cradle ........................................................................................................

5-5

Four Slot Ethernet Cradle ..............................................................................................................

5-6

Four Slot Spare Battery Charger ...................................................................................................

5-6

UBC Adapter ..................................................................................................................................

5-7

Cables ............................................................................................................................................

5-8

Appendix A: Technical Specifications

 

Mobile Computer And Accessory Technical Specifications .................................................................

A-1

Table of Contents

ix

 

 

Appendix B: Keypad Functions/Special Characters

 

Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................

B-1

Keypads ...............................................................................................................................................

B-1

Appendix C: Regulatory

 

Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................

C-1

Accessory Power Supply Regulatory Compliance ...............................................................................

C-1

Glossary

Index

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About This Guide

Introduction

This guide provides information about using the MC3000 mobile computers and accessories.

NOTE Screens and windows pictured in this guide are samples and may differ from actual screens.

Documentation Set

The documentation set for the MC3000 is divided into guides that provide information for specific user needs.

Microsoft Application Guide - describes how to use Microsoft developed applications.

Symbol Application Guide - describes how to use Symbol developed applications.

MC3000 User Guide - describes how to use the MC3000 mobile computer.

MC3000 Integrator Guide - describes how to set up the MC3000 mobile computer and the accessories.

SMDK Help File - provides API information for writing applications.

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Configurations

This guide covers the following configurations:

Configuration

Radios

Display

Memory

Data

Operating

Keypads

Capture

System

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MC3000R

None

Color or

32 MB RAM/

1D laser

Windows

28, 38 or 48

 

 

monochrome

64 MB Flash or

scanner in

CE 5.0 Core or

key

 

 

 

64 MB RAM/

rotating

Professional

 

 

 

 

64 MB Flash

turret

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MC3090G

WLAN: 802.11a/b/g

Color or

32 MB RAM/

1D laser

Windows

28, 38 or 48

 

WPAN: Bluetooth

monochrome

64 MB Flash or

scanner or

CE 5.0 Core or

key

 

 

 

64 MB RAM/

2D imager

Professional

 

 

 

 

64 MB Flash

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MC3090S

WLAN: 802.11a/b/g

Color

64 MB RAM/

2D imager or

Windows

28, 38, 48 key

 

WPAN: Bluetooth

 

64 MB Flash or

DPM Imager

CE 5.0

or 20 key

 

 

 

128 MB RAM/

 

Professional

Mechanical

 

 

 

64 MB Flash

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MC3090R

WLAN: 802.11a/b/g

Color or

32 MB RAM/

1D laser

Windows

28, 38, 48 key

 

WPAN: Bluetooth

monochrome

64 MB Flash

scanner in

CE 5.0 Core or

or 20 key

 

 

 

 

rotating

Professional

Mechanical

 

 

 

 

turret

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Software Versions

This guide covers various software configurations and references are made to operating system or software versions for:

OEM version

Fusion version.

OEM Software

To determine the OEM software version:

Tap Start > Settings > Control Panel > System Information icon > System tab.

Fusion Software

To determine the Fusion software version:

Tap Wireless Strength icon > Wireless Status > Versions.

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Chapter Descriptions

Topics covered in this guide are as follows:

Chapter 1, Getting Started, describes the mobile computer’s physical characteristics, how to install and charge the batteries, remove and replace the Strap/Door assembly and how to start the mobile computer for the first time.

Chapter 2, Operating the MC3000, provides basic instructions for using the mobile computer and navigating the mobile computer software.

Chapter 3, Using Bluetooth, explains how to perform Bluetooth functionality on the mobile computer.

Chapter 4, Accessories, describes the accessories available for the mobile computer and how to use the accessories to charge the mobile computer.

Chapter 5, Maintenance and Troubleshooting, includes instructions on cleaning and storing the mobile computer, and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during mobile computer operation.

Appendix A, Technical Specifications, includes a table listing the technical specifications for the mobile computer.

Appendix B, Keypad Functions/Special Characters, contains special character generation tables.

Notational Conventions

The following conventions are used in this document:

The term “mobile computer” refers to the Symbol MC3000.

Italics are used to highlight the following:

Chapters and sections in this and related documents

Dialog box, window and screen names

Drop-down list and list box names

Check box and radio button names

Icons on a screen.

Bold text is used to highlight the following:

Key names on a keypad

Button names on a screen.

Bullets (•) indicate:

Action items

Lists of alternatives

Lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential.

Sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-step procedures) appear as numbered lists.

About This Guide

xv

 

 

Related Documents and Software

The following items provide more information about the MC3000 mobile computers.

MC3000 Series Quick Start Guide, p/n 72-68902-xx

MC3090G Quick Start Guide, p/n 72-71347-xx

MC3000 Licensing, Patent and Regulatory Information, p/n 72-68903-xx

MC3000 Integrator Guide, p/n 72E-68900-xx

Symbol Application Guide for Symbol Devices, p/n 72E-68901-xx

Microsoft® Applications for Mobile and CE 5.0 User Guide, p/n 72E-78456-xx

Symbol Mobility Developer Kit (SMDK) Help File, p/n 72E-38880-03

Windows CE Platform SDK for MC3000c50, available at: http://support.symbol.com

Symbol Mobility Developer Kit for C (SMDK for C), available at: http://support.symbol.com

Device Configuration Package for MC3000 (DCP for MC3000), available at: http://support.symbol.com

ActiveSync software, available at: http://www.microsoft.com.

For the latest version of this guide and all guides, go to: http://support.symbol.com.

Service Information

If you have a problem with your equipment, contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility support for your region. Contact information is available at: http://www.symbol.com/contactsupport.

When contacting Enterprise Mobility support, please have the following information available:

Serial number of the unit

Model number or product name

Software type and version number

Motorola responds to calls by email, telephone or fax within the time limits set forth in support agreements.

If your problem cannot be solved by Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support, you may need to return your equipment for servicing and will be given specific directions. Motorola is not responsible for any damages incurred during shipment if the approved shipping container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the warranty.

If you purchased your Enterprise Mobility business product from a Motorola business partner, contact that business partner for support.

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Chapter 1 Getting Started

Introduction

This chapter describes the mobile computer physical characteristics, how to install and charge the batteries, how to remove and replace the Strap/Door Assembly and how to start the mobile computer for the first time.

Unpacking the Mobile Computer

Carefully remove all protective material from around the mobile computer and save the shipping container for later storage and shipping. Verify that the equipment listed below is included:

MC3000 mobile computer

Strap/Door Assembly, attached to the mobile computer

Stylus

Regulatory Guide

Quick Start Guide.

Depending on the configuration ordered, the mobile computer shipping container or additional shipping container may include:

Standard battery (lithium-polymer)

Extended life battery (lithium-ion)

Cable(s)

Power supply

Cradles.

Inspect the equipment for damage. If any equipment is missing or damaged, contact the Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support immediately. See Service Information on page xv for contact information.

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Accessories

Table 1-1 lists the MC3000 accessories.

Table 1-1 MC3000 Accessories

Accessory

Description

 

 

Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle

Charges the mobile computer main battery and a spare battery, and

 

synchronizes the mobile computer with a host computer through either a serial

 

or USB connection.

 

 

Four Slot Charge Only Cradle

Charges up to four mobile computers.

 

 

Four Slot Ethernet Cradle

Charges up to four mobile computers and provides Ethernet communications.

 

 

Four Slot Spare Battery Charger

Charges up to four mobile computer spare batteries.

 

 

Power Supply

Country specific and accessory specific, power supply.

 

 

USB Client Charge Cable

Provides USB client communication capabilities and charges the mobile

 

computer.

 

 

RS232 Charge Cable

Provides RS232 communication capabilities and charges the mobile

 

computer.

 

 

O’Neil Printer Cable

Provides printer specific communication capabilities (provided by O’Neil).

 

 

Zebra Printer Cable

Provides printer specific communication capabilities (provided by Zebra).

 

 

Monarch Printer Cable

Provides printer specific communication capabilities (provided by Monarch).

 

 

Single Slot Cradle RS232 Cable

Provides serial host communication capabilities and charges the mobile

 

computer.

 

 

Single Slot Cradle USB Cable

Provides USB communication capabilities and charges the mobile computer.

 

 

MC3000 Universal Battery Charger

Adapts the UBC for use with MC3000 batteries.

Adapter (UBC)

 

 

 

Stylus

Performs pen and mouse functions.

 

 

Plastic Holster

Provides a clip on holder for the mobile computer.

 

 

Fabric Holster

Provides a soft, clip on holder and a shoulder strap for the mobile computer.

 

 

Symbol Mobility Developer Kit for

A development tool used to create native C and C++ applications for all

C (SMDK for C)

Symbol mobile computers running the Microsoft Windows CE operating

 

system. Available at: http://support.symbol.com.

 

 

Device Configuration Package

A development tool used to create and download hex images that represent

(DCP) for MC3000

flash partitions to the mobile computer. Available at:

 

http://support.symbol.com.

 

 

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1 - 3

 

 

Parts

There are three versions of the MC3000 mobile computers, the MC3000 1D/2D Imager (MC3000S or MC3090S), the MC3000 Laser with Rotating Scan Turret (MC3000R or MC3090R) and the MC3090 Gun (MC3090G). For more information on the Rotating Scan Turret, see Figure 1-3 on page 1-4.

Rotating Scan

Scan LED Indicator

Turret

(red/green)

Scan LED

 

Indicators

Beeper or

(red/green)

Receiver

 

 

 

 

 

 

(optional)

 

 

 

Display

 

 

 

Indicator LED Bar

Charge LED

 

Indicator

 

(amber)

Scan Buttons

 

 

 

Keypad

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Microphone

(optional)

Power

MC3000R MC3000S

Figure 1-1 MC3000 Imager and MC3000 Laser Mobile Computers (Front View)

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Headset Jack

 

Scan Window

(optional)

Scan Window

Headset Jack

Strap/Door

(optional)

Assembly

 

Screws

Stylus

Strap/Door

Assembly

Stylus

Holder

Latches

MC3000S

MC3000R

Figure 1-2 MC3000 Imager and MC3000 Laser Mobile Computers (Back View)

Rotating Scan Turret

The MC3000R mobile computer features a Rotating Scan Turret with three position stops. This feature offers greater scanning flexibility.

Position Stop

Position Stop

Position Stop

Figure 1-3 Rotating Scan Turret

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Beeper

Scan LED

Charge LED

 

Indicators

Indicator

 

 

 

 

(red/green)

(amber)

Indicator LED Bar

Display

Scan Button

Keypad

Power

Scan LED Indicator (red/green)

Trigger

Figure 1-4 MC3090G Mobile Computer

Mobile Computer Startup

To start using the mobile computer:

Install the main battery.

Charge the main battery and the backup battery.

Start the mobile computer.

Install Main Battery

If the main battery is charged, the mobile computer can be used immediately. If the main battery is not charged, see Battery Charging on page 1-7. To remove the main battery, see Main Battery Removal on page 1-11.

To install the main battery:

1.Rotate the latches to the open position.

CAUTION Do not lift up on the latches when removing the Strap/Door Assembly. Lift up on the Hand Strap only.

2.Pull on the strap to lift the Strap/Door Assembly off, bottom first.

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CAUTION On the MC3090G battery, do not remove the battery pull tab. The pull tab is for enabling easy battery removal from the device.

3.Insert the battery into the slot, bottom first and press the battery gently into the slot. The battery clip locks the battery into place.

4.With the latches in the open position, replace the Strap/Door Assembly, top first and press to close.

5.Rotate the latches (to the lock position) to lock the Strap/Door Assembly in place.

Latches

Hand Strap

Battery Clip

Battery Slot

Battery

Strap/Door

Assembly

Figure 1-5 Main Battery Installation (MC3000S/R)

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Latches

Hand Strap

 

 

 

 

1

2

3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0.5 in.

(12.7 mm)

Strap/Door

Assembly

Battery

5

Strap/Door

Assembly

Figure 1-6 Main Battery Installation (MC3090G)

Battery Charging

CAUTION Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in Battery Safety Guidelines on page 7-1.

Use the mobile computer cradles, cables and spare battery chargers to charge the mobile computer main battery.

The main battery can be charged before insertion into the mobile computer or after it is installed. There are two main batteries for the MC3000, the Standard Battery and the Extended Life Battery. Either battery can be used, but the Extended Life Battery requires a different Strap/Door Assembly. Use one of the spare battery chargers to charge the main battery (out of the mobile computer) or one of the cradles to charge the main battery while it is installed in the mobile computer.

Before using the mobile computer for the first time, fully charge the main battery until the amber Charge LED Indicator remains lit (see Table 1-2 on page 1-8 for charge status indications). The Standard Battery fully charges in less than four hours and the Extended Life Battery fully charges in less than six hours.

The mobile computer is equipped with a memory backup battery which automatically charges from the main battery whether or not the mobile computer is operating or is in suspend mode. The memory backup battery retains data in memory for at least 30 minutes when the mobile computer’s main battery is removed or fully discharged. When the mobile computer is used for the first time or after the memory backup battery has fully discharged, the memory backup battery requires approximately 15 hours to fully charge. Do not remove the main battery from the mobile computer for 15 hours to ensure that the memory backup battery fully charges. If the main battery is

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removed from the mobile computer or the main battery is fully discharged, the memory backup battery completely discharges in several hours.

When the main battery reaches a very low battery state, the combination of main battery and backup battery retains data in memory for at least 72 hours.

NOTE Do not remove the main battery within the first 15 hours of use. If the main battery is removed before the backup battery is fully charged, data may be lost.

Batteries must be charged within the 32° to 104° F (0° to +40° C) ambient temperature range.

The following accessories can be used to charge batteries:

Cradles (and a power supply):

Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle

Four Slot Cradles.

Cables (and a power supply):

USB Client Charge Cable

Serial (RS232) Charge Cable.

Spare Battery Chargers (and a power supply):

Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle

Four Slot Spare Battery Charger

Universal Battery Charger (UBC) Adapter.

To charge the mobile computer using the cradles:

1.Insert the mobile computer into a cradle. See Chapter 4, Accessories for accessory setup.

2.The mobile computer starts to charge automatically. The amber Charge LED Indicator indicates the charge status. See Table 1-2 on page 1-8 for charging indications.

To charge the mobile computer using the cables:

1.Connect the MC3000 Communication/Charge Cable to the appropriate power source and connect to the mobile computer. See Chapter 4, Accessories for accessory setup.

2.The mobile computer starts to charge automatically. The amber Charge LED Indicator indicates the charge status. See Table 1-2 for charging indications.

Table 1-2 Mobile Computer LED Charge Indicators

LED

Indication

 

 

Off

Mobile computer not placed correctly in the cradle; charge cable not connected correctly;

 

charger is not powered.

 

 

Fast Blinking Amber

Error in charging; check placement of the mobile computer.

 

 

Slow Blinking Amber

Mobile computer is charging.

 

 

Solid Amber

Charging complete.

 

Note: When the battery is initially inserted in the mobile computer, the amber LED

 

flashes once if the battery power is low or the battery is not fully inserted.

 

 

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Spare Battery Charging

There are three accessories that can be used to charge a spare battery:

Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle

Four Slot Spare Battery Charger

UBC Adapter.

To charge a spare battery:

1.Connect the charging accessory to the appropriate power source. See Chapter 4, Accessories for setup instructions.

2.Insert the spare battery into the spare battery charging slot and gently press down on the battery to ensure proper contact.

The battery starts to charge automatically. The amber charge LED Indicator lights to indicate the charge status. See Chapter 4, Accessories for charging indications. The Standard Battery usually fully charges in less than four hours and the Extended Life Battery usually fully charges in less than six hours.

Stylus

Use the stylus for selecting items and entering information on the screen. The stylus functions as a pen and a mouse. Tap the touch screen once with the stylus to select options and open menu items.

To remove the stylus, slide the stylus out of the stylus holder. To store the stylus, push the stylus back into the stylus holder.

Starting the Mobile Computer

On 28, 38 and 48-key keypad configurations, press the Power button to turn on the mobile computer. On 20-key keypad configurations, simultaneously press the Fn and MENU buttons to turn on the mobile computer. If the mobile computer does not power on, perform a cold boot. See Resetting the Mobile Computer on page 2-28.

When the mobile computer is powered on for the first time, it initializes. The Splash screen appears for a short period of time, followed by the Calibration screen.

OR

Figure 1-7 Splash Screen

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After the calibration procedure is performed the factory settings launch the Demo window. Application specific shells may provide application specific windows instead of the Demo window. These screens also appear when a cold boot is performed.

If the mobile computer does not power on, see Resetting the Mobile Computer on page 2-28.

Calibration Screen

Use the Calibration screen to align the touch screen:

1.Remove the stylus from the stylus holder.

2.Carefully press and briefly hold the stylus tip on the center of the Calibration screen target. Repeat the procedure as the target moves and stops at different locations on the screen. This enters the new calibration settings.

 

 

 

Calibration Screen

 

Confirm Calibration

 

 

Resave Screen

Figure 1-8 Calibration Screen

3.Once all of the new calibration settings are input, tap the screen or press the ENTER button to save the new calibration settings. Press ESC to discard the new calibration settings.

Demo Window

The Demo window is the factory default menu. On initial power up (or on a warm or cold boot) the Demo window appears. These sample/demo applications are intended to be used by application developers as application development examples. These applications were not developed to support end users. Refer to the Symbol Application Guide for information about the Demo window applications.

Figure 1-9 Demo Window

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Waking the Mobile Computer

The wakeup condition settings are used to define what actions wake up the mobile computer. The settings are configurable so they are subject to change/update. For more information see, Waking the Mobile Computer on page 2-29.

Main Battery Removal

Before removing the main battery, turn off the mobile computer.

To remove the main battery:

1.Rotate the latches to the open position.

CAUTION Do not lift up on the latches when removing the Strap/Door Assembly. Lift up on the Hand Strap only.

2.Lift the Hand Strap to lift the Strap/Door Assembly off, bottom first.

3.Release battery:

a.On the MC3000S/R, release the battery clip (at the top of the battery) and lift the battery out top first.

b.On the MC3090G, pull the battery pull tab to unclip the battery and lift the battery out top first. If the battery does not have a pull tab, use the stylus to unclip the battery and then lift the battery.

CAUTION On the MC3090G battery, do not remove the battery pull tab. The pull tab is for enabling easy battery removal from the device.

Latches

Strap/Door

Hand Strap

 

Assembly

 

Battery

Battery Clip

Figure 1-10 Main Battery Removal (MC3000S/R)

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Latches

 

Strap/Door

1

 

Assembly

2

3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0.5 in. (12.7 mm)

Battery Pull Tab

4

Battery with Pull Tab

 

Battery without Pull Tab

 

Figure 1-11 Main Battery Removal (MC3090G)

NOTE The SD card holder is located under the battery. To install the SD card, see Secure Device Card on page 4-12.

Strap/Door Assembly Removal and Replacement (MC3000S/R)

The Strap/Door Assembly consists of a hand strap and the battery door. There are two versions of this assembly, one for the Standard Battery and one for the Extended Life Battery. Before removing the Strap/Door Assembly, press the red Power button to turn off the screen and set the mobile computer to suspend mode.

To remove the Strap/Door Assembly:

1.Rotate the latches to the open position.

CAUTION Do not lift up on the latches when removing the Strap/Door Assembly. Lift up on the Hand Strap only.

2.Lift the Hand Strap to lift the Strap/Door Assembly off, bottom first.

3.Use a #00 Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws.

4.Lift the mounting clip.

5.Slide the mounting clip out of the strap loop.

Reverse the procedure to replace the Strap/Door Assembly.

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