CipherLab 8231 Users Manual

8200 Series Terminal

8200/8231/8260

Version 1.05E

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IMPORTANT NOTICES

FOR USA

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 and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. 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 to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  Connect the equipment into 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.

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.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

FOR CANADA

This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

 This device may not cause interference; and  This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause

undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :

 l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;  l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le

brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

The device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in section 2.5 of RSS 102 and compliance with RSS-102 RF exposure, users can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and compliance.

Le dispositif rencontre l'exemption des limites courantes d'évaluation dans la section 2.5 de RSS 102 et la conformité à l'exposition de RSS-102 rf, utilisateurs peut obtenir l'information canadienne sur l'exposition et la conformité de rf.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.

Cet émetteur ne doit pas être Co-placé ou ne fonctionnant en même temps qu'aucune autre antenne ou émetteur. Cet équipement devrait être installé et actionné avec une distance minimum de 20 centimètres entre le radiateur et votre corps.

FOR HAND-HELD PRODUCT WITH RF FUNCTIONS

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator & your body. It only operated in hand-held used.

This device and it's antennas(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with a ny other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna i nstallation instructions and consider removing the no-collocation statement.

If you only transfer data to the host wirelessly, please keep the minimum distance 20 cm between machine & your body.

FOR PRODUCT WITH LASER

CAUTION

This laser component emits FDA / IEC Class 2 laser light at the exit port. Do not stare into beam.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

 The use of any batteries or charging devices, which are not originally sold or

manufactured by CipherLab, will void your warranty and may cause damage to human body or the product itself.

 DO NOT disassemble, incinerate or short circuit the battery.  DO NOT expose the scanner or the battery to any flammable sources.  For green-environment issue, it's important that batteries should be recycled in a

proper way.

 Under no circumstances, internal components are self-serviceable.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

 This Terminal is intended for enterprise logistics use. The Terminal is rated IP 52,

however, it may do damage to the Terminal when being exposed to extreme temperatures or soaked wet.

 When the body of the Terminal gets dirty, use a clean and wet cloth to wipe off the

dust. DO NOT use/mix any bleach or cleaner. Always keep the LCD dry.

 For a liquid crystal display (LCD), use a clean, non-abrasive, lint-free cloth to wipe

dust off the screen. DO NOT use any pointed or sharp object to move against the surface.

 If you want to put away the Terminal for a period of time, download the collected

data to a host computer, and then take out the battery pack. Store the Terminal and battery pack separately.

 When the Terminal resumes its work, the main and backup batteries will take a

certain time to become fully charged.

 Keep the Terminal away from any magnets and magnetic fields to prevent the laser

engine from malfunctioning.

 If you shall find the Terminal malfunctioning, write down the specific scenario and

consult your local sales representative.

RELEASE NOTES

CONTENTS

IMPORTANT NOTICES ...................................................................................................................... - 3 -

For USA .......................................................................................................................................... - 3 -

For Canada .................................................................................................................................... - 3 -

For Hand-held Product with RF Functions ................................................................................... - 4 -

For Product with Laser .................................................................................................................. - 5 -

Safety Precautions ........................................................................................................................ - 5 -

Care & Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... - 5 -

RELEASE NOTES .............................................................................................................................. - 5 -

INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................... 1

Getting Familiarized with 8200 ........................................................................................................ 2

Features ............................................................................................................................................. 3

Inside the Package ............................................................................................................................ 3

Accessories ........................................................................................................................................ 3

Getting Started .................................................................................................................................. 4

Inserting Battery & Memory Card ................................................................................................ 4

Installing Pistol Grip ..................................................................................................................... 6

Initial Charging ............................................................................................................................. 7

Setting Local Time ........................................................................................................................ 7

Power Management ..................................................................................................................... 7

USING 8200 TERMINAL ...................................................................................................................... 9

1.1 Battery ......................................................................................................................................... 9

1.1.1 Main Battery ....................................................................................................................... 9

1.1.2 Backup Battery ................................................................................................................. 10

1.1.3 Caution of Low Battery Charge ........................................................................................ 10

1.2 Memory ..................................................................................................................................... 11

1.2.1 Read-only Memory (ROM) ................................................................................................ 11

1.2.2 Random-access Memory (RAM) ...................................................................................... 11

1.2.3 SD Card ............................................................................................................................. 11

1.3 Keypad ...................................................................................................................................... 12

1.3.1 24-key Layout ................................................................................................................... 12

1.4 LCD ............................................................................................................................................ 16

1.4.1 Adjusting the Backlight .................................................................................................... 16

1.5 Notifications .............................................................................................................................. 17

1.5.1 Status LED ........................................................................................................................ 17

1.5.2 Audio ................................................................................................................................. 18

1.5.3 Vibrator ............................................................................................................................. 18

1.6 Data Capture ............................................................................................................................. 19

1.7 Charging & Communications ................................................................................................... 21

1.7.1 Interface Cable Options ................................................................................................... 22

1.8 SD Card ..................................................................................................................................... 24

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1.8.1 File System ....................................................................................................................... 24

1.8.2 Directory ............................................................................................................................ 24

1.8.3 File Name .......................................................................................................................... 26

LEARNING SOFTWARE ARCHITECTURE ............................................................................................. 27

2.1 Application Module ................................................................................................................... 29

2.1.1 FORGE Application Generator (AG) ................................................................................. 29

2.1.2 MIRROR Emulator (CipherNet) ........................................................................................ 30

2.1.3 User Program .................................................................................................................... 30

2.2 System Configuration & Core ................................................................................................... 30

2.2.1 System Menu .................................................................................................................... 31

2.2.2 Kernel ............................................................................................................................... 31

2.2.3 Program Manager ............................................................................................................ 31

SYSTEM MENU................................................................................................................................... 33

3.1 Information ................................................................................................................................ 34

3.1.1 Understanding Device Code ............................................................................................ 35

3.2 Settings ..................................................................................................................................... 36

3.2.1 Clock ................................................................................................................................. 36

3.2.2 Backlight ........................................................................................................................... 36

3.2.3 Contrast ............................................................................................................................ 37

3.2.4 Auto Off ............................................................................................................................. 37

3.2.5 Power On (& Wakeup Event) Options.............................................................................. 37

3.2.6 Key Click ........................................................................................................................... 38

3.2.7 Speaker Volume ............................................................................................................... 38

3.2.8 USB VCOM No ................................................................................................................... 38

3.2.9 USB Charge Current ......................................................................................................... 38

3.2.10 Font ................................................................................................................................. 38

3.2.11 System Password ........................................................................................................... 39

3.2.12 Default Set ..................................................................................................................... 39

3.2.13 Reset Reader ................................................................................................................. 39

3.2.14 Upgrade Reader FW ....................................................................................................... 39

3.3 Tests .......................................................................................................................................... 40

3.3.1 Reader .............................................................................................................................. 40

3.3.2 Speaker ............................................................................................................................. 40

3.3.3 LCD & LED ........................................................................................................................ 40

3.3.4 Keyboard ........................................................................................................................... 40

3.3.5 Memory ............................................................................................................................. 40

3.3.6 Echo Test .......................................................................................................................... 41

3.3.7 Vibrator ............................................................................................................................. 41

3.4 Memory ..................................................................................................................................... 42

3.4.1 Size information ............................................................................................................... 42

3.4.2 Initialize ............................................................................................................................. 42

3.5 Power ......................................................................................................................................... 43

3.6 Load Program ........................................................................................................................... 44

3.7 DoFTP Menu .............................................................................................................................. 47

3.7.1 Local .................................................................................................................................. 48

3.7.2 Manual .............................................................................................................................. 48

3.8 SD Card Menu ........................................................................................................................... 49

3.8.1 Run as USB Disk .............................................................................................................. 49

3.8.2 Access SD Card ................................................................................................................ 49

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3.11 Bluetooth Menu ...................................................................................................................... 51

3.11.1 Information ..................................................................................................................... 52

3.11.2 Connect Setting .............................................................................................................. 53

3.11.3 Security ........................................................................................................................... 54

3.11.4 Echo Tests ...................................................................................................................... 55

3.11.5 Pairing Test..................................................................................................................... 58

3.11.6 Frequent Devices ........................................................................................................... 59

3.12 Wi-Fi Menu .............................................................................................................................. 60

3.12.1 Information ..................................................................................................................... 61

3.12.2 Network Setting ............................................................................................................. 62

3.12.3 WLAN Setting ................................................................................................................. 63

3.12.4 Security ........................................................................................................................... 65

3.12.5 Scan Devices .................................................................................................................. 66

3.12.6 Profile ............................................................................................................................. 67

3.12.7 Echo Tests ...................................................................................................................... 68

PROGRAM MANAGER & KERNEL ...................................................................................................... 71

4.1 Program Manager ..................................................................................................................... 71

4.1.1 Download .......................................................................................................................... 72

4.1.2 Activate ............................................................................................................................. 74

4.1.3 Upload ............................................................................................................................... 75

4.2 Kernel ........................................................................................................................................ 76 

4.2.1 Kernel Information ........................................................................................................... 77

4.2.2 Kernel Update .................................................................................................................. 78

4.2.3 Burn-In Test ...................................................................................................................... 80

4.2.4 System Menu .................................................................................................................... 80

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SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................ 81

INTRODUCTION

Answering industrial demands for rugged, light-weight and versatile computers, the 8200 Series Terminal is specifically designed for enterprise logistics use.

This line of product comes with built-in Bluetooth technology and allows for optional module for 802.11b/g/n connectivity, enabling real time sharing of performance.

The 8200 Series Terminal is bundled with powerful and rich features to ensure success in timely processing of information, and thus, makes an ideal choice for inventory control, shop floor management, warehousing and distribution operations. Being programmable, this handy device can run custom applications or terminal emulation applications.

This manual serves to guide you through how to install, configure, and operate the Terminal. We recommend you to keep one copy of the manual at hand for quick reference or maintenance purposes. To avoid any improper disposal or operation, please read the manual thoroughly before use.

Thank you for choosing CipherLab products!

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GETTING FAMILIARIZED WITH 8200

Figure 1: Overview

No. Description No. Description

1 Scanning window 2 LED for Good Read and battery charging

3 LED for wireless communications 4 LCD screen

5 Keypad, 24 keys 6 Wristband

7 Communication/charging port 8 Battery compartment

Introduction

FEATURES

 Ergonomic design — ruggedized yet streamlined, with wristband for secure hold  Built tough to survive drop test and sealed against moisture/dust to IP 52  Rich interface options — USB  High capacity memory card (microSDHC) supported  Flexible wireless solutions — Bluetooth or 802.11b/g/n  FTP client support — 802.11b/g/n  Graphic monochrome LCD supports double-byte characters and bitmap graphics  Programmable feedback includes speaker, LED indicators and vibrator  Quick link to any backend database through MIRROR Emulator programs for

VT100/220 and IBM 5250 emulation

 Easy customization of data collection applications through FORGE Application

Generator (AG) programs for preloaded AG Runtime, batch and WLAN versions available

 Programming support includes BASIC & C compilers  Accessories include pistol grip

INSIDE THE PACKAGE

The following items are included in the package. Save the box and packaging material for future use in case you need to store or ship the Terminal.

 8200 Series Terminal  Rechargeable Li-ion battery pack  Wristband  Standard USB cable  Universal power adaptor  Product CD  Quick Start Guide

ACCESSORIES

Rich choices of optional accessories are available for you to enhance the total performance of the Terminal.

 Pistol Grip (detachable)  Protective Cover  Spare rechargeable Li-ion battery

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GETTING STARTED

INSERTING BATTERY & MEMORY CARD

For shipping and storage purposes, save the Terminal and the main battery in separate packages. This will keep both batteries in good condition for future use.

Note: Any improper handling may reduce the battery life.

1) Hold the Terminal still and slide the release latch to the right to unlock the battery

cover.

2) Slide off the battery cover.

3) Use your finger to slide the locking plate towards its hinge to unlock the SD card

holder.

4) Flip up the SD card holder.

5) Insert your memory card (microSD or microSDHC) to the SD card holder.

6) Push the SD card holder down.

7) Slide the locking plate away from its hinge to secure the card.

8) Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment at a proper angle (30°~45°) so

that the metal contacts of the battery are met with the charging contacts inside the compartment. Make sure that the battery is snugly fit into the compartment.

9) Replace the battery cover.

10) Slide the release latch to the left to lock it firmly.

Note: For a new battery, make sure it is fully charged before use. Always prepare a

spare battery pack, especially when you are on the road.

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Unlock

Lock

Figure 2: Installing the Main Battery & Memory Card

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INSTALLING PISTOL GRIP

This contoured pistol grip enables intuitive trigger-and-scan operation, which is very helpful in scan intensive applications.

When a pistol grip is necessary, install it to the Terminal by following these steps:

1) Hold the Terminal still and slide the release latch to the right to unlock the battery

cover.

2) Slide off the battery cover.

3) Insert the pistol grip into place (is like replacing the battery cover).

4) Slide the release latch to the left to lock it firmly, and turn on the Terminal to test the

trigger.

Figure 3: Installing the Pistol Grip

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INITIAL CHARGING

The main and backup batteries may not be charged to full for shipment. When you first receive the package, you will need to charge the main battery to full before using the Terminal. Instead of direct charging.

Note: Battery charging stops when the temperature drops below 0°C or exceeds 40°C. It

is recommended to charge the battery at room temperature (18°C to 25°C) for optimal performance. For initial charging, it takes approximately 2.5 hours to charge the battery to full (from the adaptor).

Because the internal backup battery is constantly charged from the main battery, the initial charging requires inserting the battery pack to the Terminal for charging. This will have both the main and backup batteries charged at the same time. It takes at least 72 hours to fully charge the backup battery. However, it is not necessary to fully charge the backup battery for the Terminal to work.

Note: In order to charge the backup battery to full, you must insert the main battery and

leave it for at least 72 hours, whether the Terminal is in use or not.

SETTING LOCAL TIME

If you need to set your local time, go to System Menu | 2. Settings | 1. Clock. Refer to 3.2.1 Clock

POWER MANAGEMENT

For any portable device, power management is a critical issue especially when you are on the road. Below are some tips to help you save battery power.

Warning: Using backlight, wireless connectivity, and peripherals while on battery

power will substantially reduce battery power.

 To speed up charging the Terminal, turn off the Terminal and use the

charging/communication cable.

 Bring a second battery pack on the road.  Stop wireless connectivity, Bluetooth or 802.11b/g/n that is not in use.  Go to System Menu | 2. Settings | 2. Backlight, and configure backlight period,

luminosity, as well as the shade effect. Refer to 3.2.2 Backlight

 Go to System Menu | 2. Settings | 4. Auto Off, and configure the amount of idle

time that must pass before the system will shut down automatically. Refer to 3.2.4

Auto Off.

Chapter 1

USING 8200 TERMINAL

This chapter explains the features and usage of the 8200 Series Terminal. The 8200 family includes:

 8200 Batch type  8231 Bluetooth 2.1+EDR / BLE, Class 2; 802.11b/g/n  8260 Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, Class 2

IN THIS CHAPTER

1.1 Battery ....................................................................... 9

1.2 Memory .................................................................... 11

1.3 Keypad ..................................................................... 12

1.4 LCD ......................................................................... 16

1.5 Notifications .............................................................. 17

1.6 Data Capture ............................................................ 19

1.7 Charging & Communications ........................................ 21

1.8 SD Card ................................................................... 24

1.1 BATTERY

1.1.1 MAIN BATTERY

The Terminal is powered by a rechargeable 3.7 V/1200 mAh Li-ion battery pack. When the Terminal is turned on, it takes approx. 2.5 hours to charge it to full from the power adaptor (using cable) or approx. 4 hours from the USB cable (at 500 mA).

For power-saving purpose, always turn off the backlight while working in a well-lit area. When the backlight is on for extended periods of time, the main battery will become low sooner than expected.

The smart battery icon on the LCD screen shows the status of power consumption. There are two ways to monitor a low battery charge or discharged battery from the screen.

 Examine the level of the 4-bar battery icon  Monitor voltage level (see 3.5 Power)

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1.1.2 BACKUP BATTERY

The backup battery on the main board takes charge when the main battery is removed or drained out. When fully charged, the 3.0 V/18 mAh rechargeable Lithium button cell helps retain data in SRAM and maintain the running of the real-time clock and calendar for at least 25 days without the main battery. In the meantime, you have to replace the main battery as soon as possible. It takes at least 72 hours to fully charge the backup battery. However, it is not necessary to fully charge the backup battery for the Terminal to work.

 Monitor voltage level (see 3.5 Power)

1.1.3 CAUTION OF LOW BATTERY CHARGE

The battery pack is the only power source for the Terminal to work. It also charges the backup battery on the main board so that the data stored in SRAM can be retained properly. Therefore, when the main battery charge goes low, you need to replace the battery pack with a charged one or charge it as soon as possible. Most of all, you should upload important data on a regular basis.

Warning: Data loss may occur with SRAM during low battery condition. Always save

data before running out of power or keep a fresh battery for replacement.

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1.2 MEMORY

The collected data can be sent back to a host computer immediately over wireless networks, or stored in memory (SRAM) and upload later. The Terminal is equipped with a calendar chip for accurate time/date logging. When the main battery is removed or drained, the backup battery on the main board is to retain the contents of SRAM and maintain the running of real-time clock and calendar for at least 25 days, on condition that the backup battery has already been fully charged.

If you want to put away the Terminal for a couple of days, you should be aware that data loss occurs when both the main and backup batteries discharge completely. Therefore, it is necessary to upload data and files before putting away the Terminal!

1.2.1 READ-ONLY MEMORY (ROM)

8 megabytes flash memory for storing core, OS, application programs, font, etc.

1.2.2 RANDOM-ACCESS MEMORY (RAM)

Options include 4 or 8 megabytes SRAM for storing data. Its contents will be retained by the backup battery.

1.2.3 SD CARD

Secure Digital (SD) card is a flash memory data storage device. High capacity memory card (microSDHC) is supported. Refer to Inserting Battery & Memory Card insert the microSD or microSDHC card. For more details, refer to 1.8 SD Card

Note: (1) When SD card is present, the card icon will appear on the screen and flash

while being accessed. (2) For an SD card that has never been used on 8200, a message like “Found New SD Card” will be displayed allowing users to scan the card for memory check. If the action is canceled then, memory check can still be performed via System Menu — 3.8 SD Card Menu

for how to .

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1.3 KEYPAD

The Terminal is equipped with a keypad of 24 keys for system setup, user entry and so on. The keypad comes with programmable LED backlight, like the screen. Refer to 1.4

LCD for screen & backlight settings.

Silicon rubber has been chosen for their durability and prompt feedback. The key click can be configured through programming or via System Menu. Refer to 3.2.6 Key Click

1.3.1 24-KEY LAYOUT

The layout of the 24-key keypad is similar to that of a telephone, which includes alphanumeric, navigation and function keys, as well as assorted characters. Refer to

Appendix III — 錯誤! 找不到參照來源。

for color-coded keys.

Figure 4: 24-key Layout

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This alphanumeric keypad is set to numeric mode by default. The [Fn α] key serves as a toggle among numeric, alpha (lower-case alphabetic), and ALPHA (upper-case alphabetic) input modes, as well as function mode.

Note: It is not necessary to hold down the [Fn α] key.

The associated icon will appear on the lower-left corner of the screen in a sequence as shown below.

Status Icon

(none) N/A Numbers

A Press [Fn α] one time Upper-case alphabetic a Press [Fn α] two times Lower-case alphabetic F Press [Fn α] three times Function Mode

When in alpha mode, it takes turns to show alphabets and number when you keep pressing the same key; each press must not exceed one second. For example, keep pressing the number key [2], it will take turns to show “A”, “B”, “C” or “2” for upper-case, and “a”, “b”, “c” or “2” for lower-case.

Function/Alpha Key Input Mode

 When you first press the number key [2], it will produce the letter “A” or “a”.  When you press the number key [2] twice (the time interval must not exceed one

second), it will produce the letter “B” or “b”.

 When you press the number key [2] three times (the time interval between each

press must not exceed one second), it will produce the letter “C” or “c”.

 When you press the number key [2] four times (the time interval between each press

must not exceed one second), it will produce the number “2”.

In order to get the desired character, you will need to press the same key, one to four times (the time interval between each press must not exceed one second). Only when you stop pressing the same key for longer than one second or you press another key, will the system send the real key code to the application program.

When in function mode, the [Fn α] key works with a number key. Press the [Fn α] key three times, and its associated icon F key, say [5], to complete the key combination and access the function [F5]. Press [Fn α] again and the icon F

will go off.

will be displayed on the screen. Press the second

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Below briefly describes the functions of common keys on the Terminal.

SCAN

The yellow key is used to work as the ENTER key by default.

 When the reader function is enabled, this yellow key is set to trigger the scan engine so that it

can read a barcode.

ENTER

The two keys on each upper side of the SCAN key are user-friendly and convenient for either right-handed or left-handed operator. Normally, it is used for command execution or input confirmation.

ESC (Escape)

This key is on the left lower side of the SCAN key. Normally, it is used to stop and exit the current operation.

Navigation Pad

The 4-way navigation pad around the SCAN key is used to move the cursor left, up, down, or right.

 While pressing [ ], they can be used to adjust the luminosity and contrast of the screen

backlight.

Backspace

This key is Backspace by default. If this key is being held down for more than one second, a clear code will be sent.

Function/Alpha Key

This key is a modifier key that requires pressing a second key to get the yellow-coded letter (A~Z) or symbol printed above the second key, or the function (F0~F9) of the second key.

Icon Description

A This icon appears when you press the [Fn α] key one time, indicating it is set to

alphabetic mode for typing upper-case alphabetic letters.

a This icon appears when you press the [Fn α] key two times, indicating it is set to

alphabetic mode for typing lower-case alphabetic letters.

F This icon appears when you press the [Fn α] key three times, indicating it is set to the

function mode. Then, press another key ([0] ~ [9]) to get the desired function.

 To get the value of another key combination modified by the function key, keep

pressing another key ([0] ~ [9]) to produce the result.

 To exit the function mode, press [Fn α] again and the icon will go off.

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Backlight Configuration Key

This key is used to turn ON/OFF the backlight of the LCD and keypad. Also, while pressing [ ], the navigation keys can be used to adjust the luminosity and contrast of the screen backlight.

Key Description

[ ] + [Right] Press these keys at the same time to increase the contrast.

[ ] + [Left] Press these keys at the same time to decrease the contrast. [ ] + [Up] Press these keys at the same time to increase the luminosity. [ ] + [Down] Press these keys at the same time to decrease the luminosity.

Power Key

In order to prevent an accidental press of the POWER key, you need to hold down this key for approximately 1.5 seconds to turn ON/OFF the Terminal.

Note: (1) Functionality of keys is application-dependent. The system will send the

associated key code to the application program, and it is up to the application program to interpret the key code. (2) When a status icon appears on the screen, it indicates a certain mode is activated and it is not necessary to hold down the modifier key.

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1.4 LCD

The Terminal comes with a FSTN graphic LCD, 160 by 160 pixels resolutions, which can be programmed to display text or graphics, such as specific font and company logo, to meet varying application needs.

Options

English font Font size 6×8 (pixels)

Chinese font Font size 12×12 (pixels)

Other language fonts, company logo… Programmable

Font Size (pixels) Characters by lines

26 characters by 18 lines

Font size 8×16 (pixels)

Font size 16×16 (pixels)

20 characters by 9 lines

13 characters by 12 lines

10 characters by 9 lines

Note: The bottom line (ICON_ZONE) is reserved to display status icons, such as the

battery icon.

1.4.1 ADJUSTING THE BACKLIGHT

The backlight of screen and keypad helps ease reading under dim environments. It can be turned on and adjusted decreasingly or increasingly by the following key combinations. Keep pressing the key combination until the luminosity or contrast is decreased or increased to a desired level. Alternatively, the luminosity and contrast can be configured through programming or via System Menu. Refer to 3.2.2 Backlight

Note: Using backlight while on battery power will substantially reduce battery power. We

suggest that you dim the backlight while working in a well-lit area or have it set to be automatically turned off when not in use.

and 3.2.3 Contrast.

Key Combination Action

[ ] Toggle ON/OFF the backlight [ ] + [Up] Turn ON the backlight and increase the luminosity of LCD [ ] + [Down] Turn ON the backlight and decrease the luminosity of LCD [ ] + [Right] Turn ON the backlight and increase the contrast of LCD [ ] + [Left] Turn ON the backlight and decrease the contrast of LCD

Note: Hold down the first key, and keep pressing the second key for adjustment.

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1.5 NOTIFICATIONS

1.5.1 STATUS LED

There are two dual-color LED indicators above the screen. Both can be programmed to provide information that helps diagnosing. For example, if you are using AG runtime, you will be informed of the scanning result immediately. LED1 is used for "Good Read" and will become solid green upon reading a barcode successfully.

 LED1 is used to provide information on the charging status and barcode decoding.  LED2 is used to provide information on wireless communications.

LED1

LED2

Figure 5: LED Indicators

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LED1: Red/Green

User Power ON User definable User definable

Red Green

 Solid green for Good Read by

default

Power Off, Battery Charging

Charging Error System default

System default

 Flashing red: Charging

System default

 Flashing green: Charging done

 Flashing red and green: Charging error occurs

LED2: Blue/Green Blue Green

Bluetooth System default

---

 Flashing blue, quickly: Waiting for

connection or connecting

 Flashing blue, slowly: Connected

Wi-Fi --- System default

 Flashing green, quickly: Waiting

for connection or connecting

 Flashing green, slowly:

Connected

1.5.2 AUDIO

The Terminal has a mono or stereo speaker at the bottom, which can be programmed for status feedback. It is used to play sounds for events in the programs, or play audio files such as .WAV files. Its volume can be configured through programming or via System Menu. Refer to 3.2.7 Speaker Volume

. In particular, its frequency and duration are

software programmable for Good Read in the provided terminal emulation programs.

1.5.3 VIBRATOR

The Terminal is integrated with a vibrator, which can be programmed for status feedback. It can be helpful when working in noisy environments. In particular, the vibrator is software programmable for Good Read in the provided terminal emulation programs.

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