Advantech Co PWS440 Users Manual
User Manual
PWS-440
Computer
About This Manual
Part No. XXXXXXXXXX Edition 1
Printed in Taiwan April 2013
This manual explains how to install, operate and maintain the PW S-440 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.
Advantech has many years experience in designing computers to meet severe environmental applications. These applications include those found by military as well as
industrial users. The PWS-440 has been designed to comply with the relevant
requirements of MIL-STD-810G, MIL-STD-461E and IP67. These include EMC, EMI,
temperature, Shock, vibration, humidity , dust and water. In addition the PWS-440 has
been developed to be reliable under all operational conditions that may be encountered by military services throughout the world.
© Copyright 2013 Advantech Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
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.
Regulatory Compliance Statements
FCC Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
CAUTION! Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of
this device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the
device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during
normal operation is minimized. When connecting an external antenna to the device,
the antenna shall be placed in such a manner to minimize the potential for human
contact during normal operation.
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Federal Communications Commission Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The maximum SAR value reported is 0.082 => the SAR value to be define after SAR
test
Canada-Industry Canada (IC)
The wireless radio of this device complies with RSS 210 Industry Canada.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B conforme á la norme NMB003du Canada.
Europe-European Union Notice
Radio products with the CE alert marking comply with the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/
EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with this
directive implies conformity to the following European Norms (in brackets are the
equivalent international standards).
EN 60950-1 (IEC60950-1) - Product Safety
EN 300 328 Technical requirement for radio equipment
ETS 301 489 General EMC requirements for radio equipment.
Products that contain the radio transmitter are labeled with CE alert marking and
may also carry the CE logo.
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Safety
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and the PWS-440.
Do not attempt to service the PWS-440 yourself. Always follow installation
Be sure that nothing rests on the AC adapter's p ower cable and that the cable is
Do not cover the AC adapter with papers or other items that will reduce cooling;
Use only the AC adapter, power cord, and batteries that are approved for use
If you use an extension cable with the AC adapter, ensure that the total ampere
When you move the PWS-440 between environments with very different tem-
When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain relief loop,
instructions closely.
not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on.
also, do not use the AC adapter while it is inside a carrying case.
with this PWS-440. Use of another type of battery or AC adapter may cause risk
of fire or explosion.
rating of the products plugged in to the extension cable does not exceed the
ampere rating of the extension cable.
perature and/or humidity ranges, condensation may form on or within the PWS-
440. To avoid damaging the PWS-440, allow sufficient time for the moisture to
evaporate before using the PWS-440.
not on the cable itself. As you pull out the connector, keep it evenly aligned to
avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you connect a cable make sure
both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned.
Battery Safety
There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local author-
ities for disposal instructions.
Notices
This unit is equipped with a battery pack and backup battery. It is possible that the
PDA may not power-on due to battery discharge as a result of storage.
In the above situation, insert the PDA into the cradle and connect the AC adapter.
Recharge the unit for 3 hours in order to fully charge its battery. The backup battery
will recharge from external power when the AC adapter is connected.
Battery charge notice
It is important to consider the environment temperature whenever you are charging
the Lithium-Ion battery pack. The process is most efficient at normal room temperature or slightly cooler. It is essential that you charge batteries within the stated range
of 0°C to 50°C. charging batteries outside of the specified range could damage the
batteries and shorten their charging life cycle.
Storage and safety notice
Although charged Lithium-Ion 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-Ion batteries may be stored at temperatures between -20°C to 50°C, however they may be depleted more rapidly a t the high
end of this range. It is recommended to store batteries within normal room temperature ranges.
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Contents
Chapter 1 Overview...............................................1
1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................... 2
1.1.1 Features........................................................................................2
Table 1.1: PWS-440 Computer Specification.......................... 2
1.1.2 Package Contents.........................................................................3
1.1.3 Optional Accessories.................................................................... 3
1.2 Familiarize with the PWS-440................................................................... 4
1.2.1 Front View . .......................................................................... ... .......4
1.2.2 Right View.................................................................... .................5
1.2.3 Bottom View........................................................... ... ... .... ... ..........6
1.2.4 Left View.......................................................................................6
1.2.5 Back View.....................................................................................7
1.2.6 Top View.......................................................................................7
1.3 4-In-1 Battery Charger (Optional)..............................................................8
1.4 Cradle (Optional).......................................................................................9
Chapter 2 Getting Started...................................11
2.1 Getting Started........................................................................................ 12
2.2 Connecting the PWS-440............ ............................................................ 12
2.2.1 Installing the battery....................................................................12
2.2.2 Charging the Battery...................................................................13
2.2.3 Charging the Battery with the Adapter Charger.......................... 14
2.2.4 Charging the Battery with the Cradle..........................................15
2.3 Powering up for the First Time................................................................16
2.4 Calibrating the touch screen ...................................................................16
2.5 Setting the Time and Date ......................................................................17
2.6 Adjusting the Screen Brightness.............................................................18
Chapter 3 Using the Hardware...........................19
3.1 Keypads and Function Buttons ...............................................................20
3.1.1 Entering Characters with the Keypad .........................................20
3.2 Using the Stylus ......................................................................................21
3.3 Inserting an Micro SD Memory Card....................................................... 22
3.4 Removing a Storage Card.......................................................................22
3.6 Connecting Devices to the PWS-440...................................................... 24
3.6.1 Connecting USB ............................................. .... ... ... ... ...............24
3.6.2 Connecting a Serial Device................. ... ... ... ...............................25
3.6.3 Connection to a LAN........................................................... ... ... .. 26
3.6.4 Connecting Headphones and a Microphone............................... 26
3.6.5 Connecting to the Cradle (Optional) ...................................... ... .. 26
Chapter 4 Getting Connected ............................29
4.1 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync................................................................30
4.1.1 Connecting to Your Computer .................................................... 30
4.2 Connecting with Bluetooth .................................... ... ... .... ........................32
4.3 Connecting to a WLAN (WiFi).................................................................34
4.3.1 Add a New Network....................................................................35
4.3.2 Connect to an Existing Network.................................................. 36
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4.4 Connecting GPS.....................................................................................37
4.5 COM Port list...........................................................................................41
Chapter 5 Advance Settings.............................. 43
5.1 Checking the Battery Status .......................................................... .... ... .. 44
5.2 Optimizing Battery Life............................................................................ 44
5.2.1 Changing the Automatic Power Settings.................................... 44
5.2.2 Adjusting Backlight Settings ....................................................... 45
5.3 Performing a System Reset.................................................................... 46
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Chapter 1
1 Overview
1.1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the PWS-440 Computer.
The PWS-440 is an ultra rugged computer designed to military standards. The
design incorporates the powerful Marvell PXA310 806MHz CPU with Microsoft Windows CE 6.0/ Embedded Handheld 6.5 operating system. The PWS-440 provides
the highest performance and reliability whilst minimizing the Total Cost of Ownership
(TCO). The PWS-440 incorporates a transflective LCD with touch-screen, keypad,
Wifi, and Bluetooth communication capability. Currently available options include
HSDPA (3.5G), and GPS.
To minimize the Total Cost of Ownership the PWS-440 is sealed to meet IP67 standards and complies with IEC 68-2-32 5 foot drop to concrete.
1.1.1 Features
The PWS-440 is a smart configurable handheld terminal which has been designed to
meet the requirements of a wide range of applications including:
Military & Law Enforcement
Industrial & Manufacturing
Emergency services and construction
PWS-440 been developed to comply with MIL-STD-461E, MIL-STD-810G and IP67
standards, the main specifications are as detailed below.
Table 1.1: PWS-440 Computer Specification
Items Description
OS Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5/ Windows CE 6.0
CPU Marvell PXA310 806 MHz
Memory
Display
Touch screen 4-wire Resistive touch screen
Audio System
Application Buttons
Communication
Status Indicator
256 MB SDRAM on board
1 GB Flash ROM on board
3.7” transflective TFT LCD, VGA resolution (640 x 480)/QVGA resolution (320 X 240)
AC-97, Internal microphone and one speaker ( stereo supported via
earphone jack)
One power on/suspend button
Navigation Key+ Function Key (4 function keys in front)
One HW reset key located right side door
One Button for backlight on/off (using power on/ suspend button)
802.11b/g WLAN module built-in with integral antenna
Bluetooth class 2, v2.1 built-in with integral antenna
GPS receiver module with antenna built-in internal module (for data
transmission only)
Power LED (two color LED x1) (at right side)
LED on the upper side for lighting usage
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Table 1.1: PWS-440 Computer Specification
Two USB type A connectors, USB1.1 Host (** Two USB Type A at
Left Side)
One USB mini type B connector, USB1.1 Slave (at Right Side
Door)
I/O Ports
Main Battery
Power Adapter Universal AC 90V ~ 265V, 47~63Hz input, 12V, 3.5A output.
Physical 155 x 96 x 42mm, 650g
Environment
Rugged Specification IP67 5 ft drop to concrete MIL-STD-810G MIL-STD-461E
Certification CE, FCC, CCC
Accessories
One RS-232(full) One RS-232/422/485 (OPTION)
One RJ-45 for 10/100M ethernet (USB type)
One CF slot One stereo headphone jack
One microphone jack
One DC-In connector (At the right side)
One MicroSD Slot
Rechargeable Li-ion smart battery, 7.4V, 1880mAh, 2S1P,
59x38x25mm
Operating Temperature: -20 to +60°C
Storage Temperature -40 to +70°C
Charging Temperature 0 to +50°C
Operating Humidity 5% ~ 95% none condensing
1. Case: standard nylon (waterproof) case with belt loop;
2. elastic hand strap: prevent accidental drop
3. Stylus with tether kit
4. Power: DC-Adapter
12 V Vehicle charger with 12 V cable (option)
5. Cradle: 1 x RS-232, 2 x USB (1 x Type A; 1 x TypeB), 1 x DC-
in
6. 4-IN-1 battery charger
Chapter 1 Overview
1.1.2 Package Contents
The standard PWS-440 includes the following items:
PWS-440 Computer
Adapter
Battery
Stylus & string
Hand strap
1.1.3 Optional Accessories
In addition the following optional accessories may be included:
Cradle
4 IN 1 Battery Charger
Please carefully check the delivery documents to ensure that all items are present.
In the unlikely event of a discrepancy please contact your supplier.
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1.2 Familiarize with the PWS-440
Battery Light
Power LED
LCD Touch Screen
NavigĂƟŽn Keys
Power Button
Function Keys
The following sections describe the main components and features of the PWS-440.
1.2.1 Front View
Item Description
Displays the applications and data stored the PWS-440. It is a
LCD touch screen
Navigation Keys Press these keys to navigate in the PWS-440 interface.
Function Keys Programmable keypad interface for controlling the PWS-440.
Power button
Power LED
touch-sensitive screen and can be operated using the stylus or finger.
If the device is off, press this button to turn it on. When the unit is
on, press this button for 3 seconds to turn the PWS-440 of f.
Indicates the battery charging power status. Green -Battery is fully
charged or the device is running on battery power. When LED
flashes, the battery charge is at 13%. The battery should be
recharged immediately.
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