Datalogic FALCON 4400 User Manual

Falcon® 4400 Series

26-Key model

Falcon 4420
48-Key model

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Product Reference Guide

with Windows Mobile

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Table of Contents

Preface: About this Guide .................................................................................... v

Chapter 1. Batteries and Power ........................................................................ 1-1

Overview ................................................................................................................... 1-1

Suspend Mode ............................................................................................................1-1

Suspending .......................................................................................................... 1-1

Resuming ............................................................................................................1-2

Battery Warnings and Cautions ..................................................................................... 1-2

Battery Disposal ........................................................................................................1-4

Chapter 2. Configuration Settings..................................................................... 2-1

Overview ................................................................................................................... 2-1

Settings ..................................................................................................................... 2-2

Personal Settings ..................................................................................................2-2

Datalogic System Settings ......................................................................................2-3

Connections ....................................................................................................... 2-23

Chapter 3. Software Programs.......................................................................... 3-1

Overview ................................................................................................................... 3-1

Programs ................................................................................................................... 3-1

Installing Programs ............................................................................................... 3-2

Firmware Update Utility ...............................................................................................3-3

Retrieving a Firmware Image Update .......................................................................3-3

Installing FUU on the Host PC ................................................................................. 3-4

Updating the Falcon Firmware ................................................................................. 3-4

AutoStart ................................................................................................................... 3-6

Installing CAB files ................................................................................................ 3-7

Autostart.ini ......................................................................................................... 3-8

Appendix A. Accessories .................................................................................. A-1

Overview ...................................................................................................................A-1

Power Supplies ...........................................................................................................A-2

Battery Pack ........................................................................................................A-2

Single-Slot Dock ...................................................................................................A-2

Four-Slot Dock .....................................................................................................A-3

Battery Charger ....................................................................................................A-3

USB Cable ............................................................................................................A-3

Serial Charging Cable ............................................................................................A-4

Printer Cable ........................................................................................................A-4

Serial Printer Adapter ............................................................................................A-4

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Holsters and Softcases ................................................................................................ A-6

Holsters ............................................................................................................. A-6

Softcases ............................................................................................................ A-7

Installing the Handle or Handstrap ............................................................................... A-8

Installing the Handstrap on the Falcon 4420 ............................................................ A-8

Installing a Handle on the Falcon 4410 .................................................................... A-9

Tethered Stylus ........................................................................................................ A-11

Installing a Tethered Stylus ..................................................................................A-11

Removing a Tethered Stylus ................................................................................. A-12

Appendix B. Falcon® Desktop Utility ................................................................ B-1

Overview .................................................................................................................. B-1

Falcon Desktop Utility ................................................................................................. B-2

Getting Started .................................................................................................... B-2

Using FDU ........................................................................................................... B-4

FMU ................................................................................................................... B-4

Administrative Options (Admin Tab) ....................................................................... B-5

Setting a Password ............................................................................................... B-7

Changing a Password ............................................................................................ B-7

Removing a Password ........................................................................................... B-7

Password Request Dialog Box ................................................................................ B-7

Setting Hot Keys ................................................................................................. B-9

Internet Explorer Configuration ............................................................................. B-12

Modifying Windows Controls .................................................................................B-13

Application Selector Setup .......................................................................................... B-14

Add Application ...................................................................................................B-15

Application Selector ...................................................................................................B-16

Application Switcher User Interface .............................................................................B-17

Appendix C. SNMP Interface............................................................................. C-1

Overview .................................................................................................................. C-1

SNMP ................................................................................................................. C-1

SNMP Concepts .................................................................................................... C-2

MIB Files ............................................................................................................. C-2

Additional Resources ............................................................................................ C-3

Appendix D. Cable & Connector Configurations ................................................ D-1

Introduction .............................................................................................................. D-1

General Specifications ................................................................................................. D-1

Wire Requirements ............................................................................................... D-1

Supply Voltage .................................................................................................... D-1

USB Cable ................................................................................................................. D-1

Serial Cable ............................................................................................................... D-2

Printer Cable ............................................................................................................. D-2

Appendix E. Programming Parameters ............................................................. E-1

Overview ...................................................................................................................E-1

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Programming Codes Without Parameters ........................................................................E-2

Bar Code Parameters ................................................................................................... E-3

OCR Configuration ..................................................................................................... E-37

OCR Data Output ................................................................................................ E-37

OCR Templates ................................................................................................... E-37

OCR Check Characters ......................................................................................... E-42

Appendix F. Programming Bar Codes ................................................................ F-1

Overview ................................................................................................................... F-1

Predefined Defaults .................................................................................................... F-3

Codabar ..................................................................................................................... F-3

Code 39 ..................................................................................................................... F-5

Code 93 ..................................................................................................................... F-8

Code 128 ................................................................................................................. F-10

EAN-13 .................................................................................................................... F-12

EAN-8 ..................................................................................................................... F-14

Interleaved 2 of 5 ..................................................................................................... F-15

Matrix 2 of 5 ............................................................................................................ F-17

MSI ......................................................................................................................... F-19

Pharmacode 39 (Code 32) .......................................................................................... F-21

RSS-14 .................................................................................................................... F-21

RSS Limited ............................................................................................................. F-22

RSS Expanded .......................................................................................................... F-22

Standard 2 of 5 ........................................................................................................ F-24

Trioptic .................................................................................................................... F-26

UPC-A ..................................................................................................................... F-26

UPC-E ...................................................................................................................... F-28

UPC/EAN Extensions .................................................................................................. F-29

2D Symbologies ........................................................................................................ F-30

Aztec Code ............................................................................................................... F-30

DataMatrix ............................................................................................................... F-32

Composite ................................................................................................................ F-34

Maxicode ................................................................................................................. F-36

OCR ........................................................................................................................ F-38

PDF-417 .................................................................................................................. F-39

MicroPDF-417 ........................................................................................................... F-41

QR Code .................................................................................................................. F-43

Imager Labels .......................................................................................................... F-45

Other Controls .......................................................................................................... F-45

Appendix G. SDK Installation........................................................................... G-1

About the Software Development Kit (SDK): ............................................................ G-1

Appendix H. Glossary....................................................................................... H-1

Index.................................................................................................................. i-i

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How to Use this Manual

This Product Reference Guide contains comprehensive basic user
instructions for the Falcon 4400 Series color mobile computer with
Windows Mobile
cables, data transfer, as well as advanced user information such as bar code
configuration and parameters.

Refer to the Falcon 4400 with Windows Mobile
(QRG) for other information such as a description of the Falcon’s features,
setup and reset procedures, and troubleshooting.

This section of the manual provides an overview of the manual’s contents
and organization.

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. The manual discusses software, batteries, dock, serial

Document Overview

Preface:

About this Guide

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Quick Reference Guide

This document contains the following material:

• This Preface provides an overview of the contents for each chap­ter, and describes document style conventions.

•Chapter1, Batteries and Power, discusses checking battery power,
power conservation, battery installation, battery charging with a
dock or battery charger, battery storage, battery disposal, and
resetting the mobile computer.

•Chapter2, Configuration Settings, describes how to adjust the
device’s settings, such as date and time, display backlight/contrast,
volume/sounds, scanner, and power.

•Chapter3, Software Programs, covers installing, selecting, using,
and removing applications, entering data, and using the on-screen
keyboard with pre-installed programs such as Outlook, Pocket
MSN, and Word Mobile.

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Preface

•AppendixA, Accessories, describes Accessories like docks, battery
chargers, holsters, and soft cases that are available for the Falcon.

•AppendixB, Falcon
Windows administrators to configure Windows

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Desktop Utility (FDU) allows Datalogic

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Mobile Falcons

to control individual user access.

•AppendixC, SNMP Interface, describes SNMP (Simple Network
Management Protocol) concepts, MIB (Management Informa­tion Base) files, and provides additional resources.

•AppendixD, Cable and Connector Configurations contains
information on standard interface cables for use in interconnect­ing the Dock to power and/or peripheral devices.

•AppendixE, Programming Parameters, provides the programma-
ble settings for the Falcon.

•AppendixF, Programming Bar Codes, provides bar codes for
common setup parameters for programming the Falcon.

•AppendixG, SDK Installation, gives instructions for installation
and setup of SDK software.

•AppendixH, Glossary, is a glossary of terms used in this manual
that you may not be familiar with that are specific to Win-

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Mobile and the portable data terminal.

Registering Your Datalogic Product

Datalogic values your feedback. Please take a few moments and complete
the Product Registration Utility, or go to the form located on the
Datalogic Mobile website (www.mobile.datalogic.com). Registering your
products ensures that you will be informed of the latest product news,
technical specifications, software updates and other future developments
from Datalogic.

Document Conventions

Formatting conventions are used throughout this guide to provide a
consistent method for representing screen shots, command entries, and
keyboard characters. This guide also provides special conventions for
notes and cautions, information of high interest to the user.

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CAUTION

WARNING

Document Conventions

NOTES contain information necessary for properly diagnosing, repairing and
operating the terminal.

The CAUTION symbol advises you of actions that could damage equipment or
property.

A WARNING symbol calls attention to actions that could result in personal injury.

Keystrokes.

and data or keystrokes entered by the user are shown in

Filenames, paths, field selections from a drop-down list,

monospaced

typeface.

Windows Controls.

boxes, fields, drop-down lists, checkboxes and radio-buttons are printed in

bold typeface.

Portable Keys

Keys on the Falcon are bracketed by “less than” (< ) and “greater than” (>)
symbols to distinguish them from keys on the PC.

<F1> — <F19> Keys.

keys on the Falcon.

<ENTER> Key.

portable keypad from the
are formatted in ALL CAPS:

Stylus Actions

Stylus actions apply to the Falcon only; most PCs use a mouse or trackball
as an input device.

Tap or Select.

specific button or an application, or to select an item from a drop-down
list or box.

Windows controls including prompts, dialog

The Function keys, such as <F1>, refer only to

In order to differentiate the <ENTER> key on the

Enter key on the PC’s keyboard, portable keys

<ENTER>.

Tap the display screen once with the stylus to activate a

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Preface

Tap and Hold.

list or drop-down box.

Refer to the Falcon 4400 with Windows Mobile
(QRG) for more information on using a stylus with the Falcon.

Mouse Actions

Applies to the software installation portions of this document using a PC;
the Falcon comes equipped with a stylus. Refer to Stylus Actions on

page vii, or see the QRG for more information.

Click or Select.

without moving the mouse. Clicking is used to select specific buttons on
various forms and tables.

Double-Click.

Used to initiate an application.

Right Click.

mouse.

Select.

items from a drop-down list or box.

Tap and hold the stylus to view and select items from a

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Press and immediately release the left mouse button

Click the left mouse button twice in rapid succession.

Press and hold the right mouse button without moving the

Click and release the left mouse button to choose an item or

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Overview

This section contains the following topics:

• Suspend Mode, p. 1-1

• Battery Warnings and Cautions, p. 1-2

• Battery Disposal, p. 1-4.

Suspend Mode

The Falcon will go into a suspend or sleep mode when it is idle for a period of
time. This duration can be customized using the on-screen
panel (refer to Advanced Tab, p. 2-22). Suspend mode works and looks just
like you have turned the unit off. Press
Falcon. Press

Chapter 1

Batteries and Power

Powe r control

<POWER> to suspend (put to sleep) the

<POWER> again for the Falcon to resume its previous state.

Use the
pend mode. These features save battery power when the Falcon is not in use.
Refer to Advanced Tab, p. 2-22 for more information.

Power control panel to set the idle duration and the initiation of sus-

Suspending

The following conditions will put the unit into suspend (sleep) mode:

1. When the unit is on, press
pend mode.

2. When the sleep timer expires, indicating that there has been no use
for a specified period of time.

3. A discharged battery pack.

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<POWER> for 0.5 seconds to initiate sus-

Batteries and Power

Resuming

Use one of the following methods to resume (wake up the Falcon):

•Press

<POWER> to resume (wake up).

• Put the Falcon into a dock.

•Press the

Scan Trigger to wake up the unit (handled version only).

When a battery pack is fully discharged while the unit is in suspend mode, the
Falcon remains in the suspended mode until the battery pack is charged or
external power is supplied via the dock or a power cable.

Battery Warnings and Cautions

Do not discharge the battery using any device except for the Falcon. When the
battery is used in devices other than the Falcon, it may damage the battery or
reduce its life expectancy. If the device causes an abnormal current to flow, it may
cause the battery to become hot, explode or ignite and cause serious injury.

WARNI NG

Lithium-ion battery packs may get hot, explode or ignite and cause serious injury
if exposed to abusive conditions. Be sure to follow the safety warnings listed
below:

• Do not place the battery pack in fire or heat.

• Do not connect the positive terminal and negative terminal of the battery pack
to each other with any metal object (such as wire).

• Do not carry or store the battery pack together with metal objects.

• Do not pierce the battery pack with nails, strike it with a hammer, step on it or
otherwise subject it to strong impacts or shocks.

• Do not solder directly onto the battery pack.

• Do not expose the battery pack to liquids, or allow the battery to get wet.

In the event the battery pack leaks and the fluid gets into your eye, do not rub the
eye. Rinse well with water and immediately seek medical care. If left untreated, the
battery fluid could cause damage to the eye.

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Battery Warnings and Cautions

Always charge the battery at 32°–113°F (0°–45°C) temperature range.

If you remove the battery pack or it becomes completely discharged, there is a 30
minute window in which to insert a charged battery pack before the backup bat­tery fails. If your backup battery completely discharges, the contents of the RAM
memory will be lost. If your back-up battery is less than fully charged, there is a
proportionally smaller window of time available.

Use only the authorized power supplies, battery pack, chargers, and docks sup­plied by your Datalogic reseller. The use of any other power supplies can damage
the Falcon and void your warranty. Refer to Appendix A for the correct "Power
Supplies" and Accessories.

Do not disassemble or modify the battery. The battery contains safety and protec­tion devices, which, if damaged, may cause the battery to generate heat, explode
or ignite.

Do not place the battery in or near fire, on stoves or other high temperature loca­tions. Do not place the battery in direct sunlight, or use or store the battery inside
non-ventilated areas such as cars in hot weather. Doing so may cause the battery
to generate heat, explode or ignite. Using the battery in this manner may also
result in a loss of performance and a shortened life expectancy.

Do not place the battery in microwave ovens, high-pressure containers or on
induction cookware.

Immediately discontinue use of the battery if, while using, charging or storing the
battery, the battery emits an unusual smell, feels hot, changes color or shape, or
appears abnormal in any other way.

Datalogic recommends annual replacement of rechargeable battery packs to
ensure maximum performance.

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Batteries and Power

Battery Disposal

If you must dispose of a battery pack, please follow the CAUTIONS below:

Use only a battery pack supplied by a Datalogic reseller for this device.The use of
other battery supplies can damage the Falcon and void your warranty. Contact
your reseller for the correct power supplies; view your options under Battery

CAUTION

Pack, p. A-2 or the Datalogic Mobile website at www.mobile.datalogic.com.

When the battery pack is worn out, insulate the battery pack terminals with adhe­sive tape or similar materials before disposal.

CAUTION

Recycle Lithium-Ion Batteries.

Do not throw Lithium-Ion Batteries in the trash

Please reference your local regulations for any further guidelines about battery
disposal.

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Overview

Today Screen

Start Menu

Title bar

Chapter 2

Configuration Settings

This section describes how to access and configure customized Datalogic set­tings and configuration screens. For information about Microsoft configura­tion items, reference the help system on your device.

Access the items on the Settings screen to configure the Falcon. These include
date and time, display backlight, volume/sounds, scanner, and power.

The first screen you see on your Falcon after powerup is the Today screen. Tap
the (
dows Mobile Quick Reference Guide (QRG) for more information about navi­gating the Falcon’s menus and screens.

Figure 2-1. Windows Mobile Today screen

Start) icon to access the Start Menu. See the Falcon 4400 with Win-

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Configuration Settings

Settings

Access the Settings screen from (Start), then tap the desired icon to open
the control panel for that item. The icons available on your screen may vary,
depending on your initial configuration.

There are three types of

•

Personal Settings on this page

System Settings on page 2-3

•

•

Connections on page 2-23

This manual describes Datalogic settings and configuration screens. For infor­mation about Microsoft configuration items, reference the help system on
your device.

Personal Settings

This manual describes Datalogic set­tings and configuration screens. For
information about configuration of
Personal Settings, reference the
Microsoft help system on your device.

Settings:

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Datalogic System Settings

Customized Datalogic System Settings are discussed in this section. For infor­mation on Microsoft settings, see the help system on your device.

Datalogic System Settings

Backlight, p. 2-4

Decoding, p. 2-5

Falcon Config, p. 2-13

Falcon Information, p. 2-13

Imager, p. 2-14

Keyboard, p. 2-20

Persistent Registry, p. 2-21

Power, p. 2-22

Settings

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Configuration Settings

Backlight

Increasing backlight brightness can cause the battery pack to discharge at a faster
rate. The battery discharge rate decreases with a decrease in backlight usage.

Change the Backlight settings by completing the following steps:

1. Tap

> Settings > System and tap the Backlight icon.

Some Falcon keypads also provide keyboard shortcuts to launch the

Backlight control panel:

• On the 26-key model press:

• On the 48-key model press:

• On the 52-key model press:

<Fn>+<Backlight> ().
<Fn>+<Backlight> ().
<Fn>+< . >.

2. You can specify different settings for use when the device is running
on Battery Power or External Power.

• Specify the amount of time the backlight stays on when device is
not in use.

• Set the backlight to turn on automatically when any key is pressed
or the touchscreen is tapped, either while on battery or external
power.

3. Additionally, the

• Adjust the

PSC tab provides several other options:

Brightness slider by tapping it with the stylus. You can

also use the navigation keys on the Falcon keypad to move the
slider.

• Turn on the backlight when the trigger is pulled.

•Launch the

Backlight control panel from the keyboard. See above

for key sequences.

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Settings

Figure 2-2. Backlight Settings

Using Auto-on while running from battery power will cause the battery pack to
discharge at a faster rate. The battery discharge rate decreases with a decrease in
backlight usage.

4. Exit and save your modifications by tapping OK, or press <ENTER> on
the keypad.

Decoding

You can configure the Falcon’s decoding options by tapping > Settings >

System > Decoding

numbers of terminals using

There are two sections in the
tional pages. There are six General Configuration pages and multiple Bar
Code symbology pages.

Other decoding parameters are described in Programming Parameters, starting
on page E-1; bar code settings are provided in Programming Bar Codes, starting
on page F-1.

Configuration Control Panels

Select the desired configuration from the following options shown in Figure 2-

3, and the other Decoding Properties figures on the following pages.

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. Decoder configuration can also be accomplished for large

FMU (Falcon Management Utility).

Decoding control panel, each containing addi-

Configuration Settings

Select Configure > General from the menu to view other configuration options.

Select Configure > General from the menu to view other configuration options.

Use the drop-down menus or tap the left and right arrow keys to navigate the
different pages of the

Figure 2-3. Decoding Properties: Audio

Configure utility.

• Audio: Sets volume, tone, duration, and number of various types of
beeps.

Figure 2-4. Decoding Properties: General Options

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Settings

Select Configure > General from the menu to view other configuration options

Select Configure > General from the menu to view other configuration options

• General Options: Select from Label Programming Enable, Symbology

IDs, Label Prefix, Label Suffix, and Data Separator.

Figure 2-5. Decoding Properties: Decoding Options

• Decoding Options: Set the User ID character associated with a symbology,

the

Redundancy and select Aggressive Decoding when available.

Figure 2-6. Decoding Properties: Trigger Options

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Configuration Settings

Select Configure > General from the menu to view other configuration options.

Figure 2-7. Decoding Properties: Imager Options

• Trig g e r O p tions: Select to enable or disable Pistol Trigger or Scan Key for
Bar Code, Image, or RFID (if installed). Select the desired radio buttons
to define the button functions. Available items will vary according to the
model.

• Imager Options: (Models with Imaging module only). Enable/Disable

Illumination

and the Aiming Beam for Imaging Mode lets you select
between Concurrent (the aiming beam and the illumination beam
turn on at once); and Interlaced (the aimer beam and illumination
alternate being on). Set Imager

Brightness and Timeout properties

using the sliders.

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Figure 2-8. Decoding Properties: Devices

Select Configure > General from the menu to view other configuration options.

• Devices: Enable the keyboard wedge for Bar Code scanner, Magnetic
Stripe reader, RFID (if installed), and Read-Ahead options for attached
devices.

Settings

Bar Code Symbology Pages

Use the drop-down menus from Configure > 1D Bar Code or 2D Bar Code, or tap
the left and right arrow keys to navigate the different pages of the bar code
symbology pages. Each bar code symbology opens to its own page, as shown in
Figure 2-10 on page 2-10.

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Configuration Settings

Codabar Pharmacode 39

Code 39 RSS-14

Code 93 RSS-Limited

Code 128 RSS-Expanded

EAN-13 Standard 2/5

EAN-8 Trioptic

Interleaved 2/5 UPC-A

Matrix 2/5 UPC-E

MSI UPC/EAN Extensions

See

Appendix F for details on parameters

available for each symbology.

Figure 2-9. Available 1D Bar Code Symbologies

Refer to the sample symbology control panels in Figure 2-10 for examples of
the types of fields and options you can modify.

Other decoding parameters are described in Programming Parameters, starting
on page E-1; bar code settings are provided in Programming Bar Codes, starting
on page F-1.

Figure 2-10. Common Symbologies: Code 39 and UPC-A

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Settings

Aztec Code OCR Template

Data Matrix PDF417

Composite

MicroPDF417

MaxiCode QR Code

OCR

See Appendix F for details on parameters
available for each symbology.

• Code 39: Select Enable, Min/Max Lengths, Enable Checksum, Send
Checksum, Full ASCII Conversion, and Concatenate.

•

UPC-A: Select Enable, Send Check Digit, Send System Digit, and Con-

vert to EAN-13.

2D Bar Code Symbologies

If you have the 2D Imager module installed, the following additional symbol­ogy options are also available:

Refer to Figure 2-10 for an example of the types of fields and options you can
modify.

Other decoding parameters are described in Programming Parameters, starting
on page E-1; bar code settings are provided in Programming Bar Codes, starting
on page F-1.

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Configuration Settings

OCR

The OCR page gives you the following
options:

See "OCR Configuration" starting on
page E-37 for more information.

OCR Template

The Falcon provides limited support for
OCR templates. An OCR template lets
you specify the format of an OCR
string that can be read by the Falcon.
The imager will only decode OCR
strings that match the specified tem­plate.

• Specify a font by selecting from
the drop-down menu.

• Select the desired Check Digit
from the drop-down menu.

For detailed information on creating
OCR templates, see the section entitled
"OCR Templates" starting on
page E-37.

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Decoding Settings

Select from the Decoding Properties Set-

tings

menu to restore previous configura­tions and/or other available default
settings. Choose from:

•Factory Defaults

• Minimum Settings

• Maximum Settings

• Save (New Settings)

• Revert to Saved Settings

Settings

The settings are saved when you tap

OK.

Falcon Config

Ta p > Settings > System > Falcon Config to access configuration utilities such
as the Falcon Management Utility (FMU) and Falcon Desktop Utility (FDU)
settings. See Falcon® Desktop Utility, starting on page B-1, for complete
information on FDU.

Falcon Management Utility (FMU)

The Falcon Management Utility (FMU) is the easiest method to use to config­ure multiple Falcons, especially if you have an enterprise-wide deployment. A
copy of FMU is shipped with all Falcon Windows Mobile units. For complete
information on FMU, refer to the FMU User’s Guide on the product CD
included with your Falcon.

Falcon Information

Ta p > Settings > System > Falcon Information to view the device serial num­ber, model number, firmware version, and keyboard type.

The serial number is also displayed on the safety label on the scanning pod.

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Imager

Imaging Overview

If your Falcon has the Imager module installed, the Imaging Control Panel
icon will be available on your Settings screen. Tap

Imager

> Settings > System >

.

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See Sample Imager Settings, p. 2-18, to view sample settings for different con­ditions.

Image Capture

The Capture page provides you with configuration options for previewing and
capturing an image with the Falcon.

Capture an image as follows:

1. Aim the Falcon toward the image you want to capture. The screen

will display a preview of the image, making use of the current settings
(to change the settings, see Image Settings, p. 2-18).

2. Tap the

Capture button (refer to Figure 2-12A) or press and hold the

trigger.

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Figure 2-12. Image Capture Settings

3. An hourglass will appear, indicating the image capture process has
begun (see Figure 2-12B). Continue to hold the Falcon steady until
you hear the capture sound, signifying that the image capture is com­plete.

4. A

File Save message showing the

image file name will appear,
unless that option has been pre­viously deselected in the

File set-

tings (in that case, the file will
automatically save without
prompting). See Image File,
p. 2-16, to change settings.

5. Tap

Yes to save the image, or No

to discard it.

Settings

Product Reference Guide 2-15

Configuration Settings

Image File

1. Specify where you want images to
be saved in the

File Folder field. If

you do not select a folder, images
will be saved to the default folder
“\Images.” Use the

… button to

browse to a different folder.

2. Use

File Format to select the image

format you want. You can choose
between the following graphics
formats:

• TIFF (1-bit monochrome)

• TIFF (8-bit grayscale)

• JPEG (8-bit grayscale)

• BMP (1-bit monochrome)

• BMP (8-bit grayscale)

3. Check

Confirm before Saving File to automatically get a File Save mes-

sage when saving images (see Figure 2-12B). If unchecked, the file will
automatically save to the default file folder without prompting.

4. Check

Exit after Image Capture to cause the Imaging Control Panel to

close automatically after saving the image to a file.

5.

Enable Long Range Filter enhances pictures taken from very long dis-

tances (greater than 10 feet or 3 meters).

6.

Enable Aimer Illumination turns on the aiming LEDs to provide more

light for an image capture.

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Image Size

On the Size tab, modify the image prop­erty settings.

Settings

1. Tap the

Width and Height controls

to adjust the image, or enter a
value using the on-screen key­board or the Falcon’s keypad.

• Width can be as much as 640
pixels.

• Height can be as much as 480
pixels.

Reducing the height and width
results in cropping of the image to
the center.

2. Use

Scale to scale the image. Scal-

ing changes the x,y dimensions of the image. For example, scaling a
640 x 480 image to 50% results in an image size of 320 x 240. See
Imaging Controls, p. E-31, for further information.

Reducing the scale of an image results in reduced image size, which decreases
the time needed to capture an image.

3.

Rotate lets you to change the orientation of the image, in 90° incre-

ments.

Product Reference Guide 2-17

Configuration Settings

Image Settings

1. JPEG Quality sets the desired qual­ity when the JPEG image format
is selected. Selecting a higher
quality results in a higher quality
image, but a larger file.

2.

Brightness provides you with

options for the brightness level
the imager will use when taking
images.

3.

Edge Sharpness specifies how

much the imager will attempt to
sharpen edges in images it takes.
Selecting the highest position on
the slider gives the sharpest edges,
but also increases noise in the
image.

Gamma Correction measures the brightness of midtone values pro-

4.
duced by the image. You can brighten or darken an image using
gamma correction. A higher gamma correction yields an overall
brighter image. The lower the setting, the darker the image. Move the
slider to change the amount of correction the imager applies when
taking images.

Sample Imager Settings

To obtain the best possible results, you can modify the settings to suit specific
conditions or purposes. Ta b le 2 - 1 shows samples of recommended settings for
common usages. These settings are suggested only, you will need to take into
account your particular environment and conditions to determine optimal set­tings for your specific situation.

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Table 2-1. Sample Imager Settings

Settings

Condition Item

Distance >10 ft (3 m)

Low light

Printed Text

Signature

Recommended

Setting

Long Range filter On

Illumination Off

Illumination On

Brightness 100%

Gamma Correction 20

Illumination On

Sharpness 100%

File format 8-bit

Illumination On

Sharpness 100%

File format 1-bit

Product Reference Guide 2-19

Configuration Settings

Keyboard

Depending upon which keypad your Falcon has, you will see a different key­board control panel as shown below.

26-Key Keypad

1. Tap > Settings > System >

Keyboard

to open the Keyboard

control panel.

2. Adjust the slider for

Timeout

according to your per-

Multi-Tap

sonal preferences.

3. Use the box provided to test the
timeout delay.

4. Tap
trol panel.

OK to exit the Keyboard con-

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Settings

48, 52, 5250 and 52-Key Numbers Up Keypads

The control panel for the 48, 52, 5250 and 52-key Numbers Up (NU) key­pads has some additional options and an additional tab for key mapping.

1. Tap

> Settings > System > Keyboard to open the Keyboard control

panel.

2. On the

Options tab, adjust the slider for Initial Delay. This configures

the time to hold down a key before it repeats.

Figure 2-13. 48, 52, 5250 and 52-Key Control Panels

3. You can also adjust the slider for Repeat Rate. This configures how fast

the keys repeat.

4. Use the box provided to test the selected repeat rate setting.

5. On the

file name, or change to the

Load Map tab, browse to or type in the path and keyboard map

Default Map.

For Example, type "\Windows\kbd52_5250.kmf" for the 52
keypad 5250 Terminal Emulation.

6. Use the box provided to test the test the current keyboard mapping.

Ta p

OK to save your changes and exit the Keyboard control panel.

Persistent Registry

Persistent Registry saves the RAM-based registry to persistent storage.
Ta p

Product Reference Guide 2-21

> Settings > System > Persistent Registry to adjust the settings.

Configuration Settings

1. Tap Persist to persist the registry.

2. Tap

Persist registry settings to automatically persist the settings at the

time specified in the dropdown box

3. Tap

Automatically persisting the registry at frequent intervals may slow system per­formance.

Clear to delete all persistent registry files from the FlashDisk.

Power

Ta p > Settings > System > Power to adjust power management settings. Use
this control panel to check the charge on the battery or to change the
settings.

Battery Tab

The Battery tab provides power indicators for Main battery and Backup battery as
shown in Figure 2-14. Save your settings by tapping

OK, or press <ENTER> on

the keypad.

Advanced Tab

You can determine the idle duration and suspend mode initiation to save bat­tery power
by tapping

using the Advanced tab, as shown in Figure 2-14. Save your settings

OK, or press <ENTER> on the keypad.

Powe r

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Figure 2-14. Power Tabs

Connections

In the Connections screen you can view
or change Internet, intranet and network
settings. See the help system on your
device for more information.

Settings

Bluetooth® Device Properties

The Bluetooth Device Properties icon will only be visible if Bluetooth hardware
has been installed on the unit.

Product Reference Guide 2-23

Configuration Settings

This control allows you to enable and disable your device’s Bluetooth interface.
It allows selecting a Bluetooth device to connect with and allows for assign­ment of COM ports.

Tap

> Settings > System and select Bluetooth to open the Bluetooth control

panel.

Mode tab

1. Select the checkbox forTur n o n

Bluetooth

to enable Bluetooth on

the device.

2. Select “Make this device visible
to other devices” to allow other
devices to discover and view this
device.

Devices tab

1. Select the Devices tab to display
available devices.

If there are devices that you have
previously connected to, they will
already be listed.

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2. Tap a device to display and mod-

ify the settings. Tap

Save to keep

the modifications.

3. To search for new devices, tap on

Add new device. The Falcon will

search for Bluetooth Devices
within range.

Settings

Product Reference Guide 2-25

Configuration Settings

4. Once scanning is complete, avail­able Bluetooth Device Profiles
will be displayed.

5. Select a device to connect, and

Next.

tap

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6. Enter a password, if needed to

connect to the device.

Settings

7. Click

Yes or No to whether you

want to add the selected device to
your device list.

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Configuration Settings

The screen will display the settings for the selected device.

COM Ports tab

Tap th e COM Ports tab to create a new out­going or incoming port. Tap and hold an
existing port to view or edit settings.

8. The settings will be displayed. Click Finish to close the dialog.

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Settings

Wi-FI

Using the Summit Client Utility

The Summit Client Utility (SCU) is an application designed for end users and
administrators of mobile devices that use a Summit radio module. For further
information beyond the scope of this manual, you can download the complete
Summit User’s Guide from www.summitdatacom.com.

Reference the QRG for details about the basic functions of this utility. After
completing an administrator login to the utility, you can perform these addi­tional tasks:

• Create, rename, edit, and delete profiles

• Alter global settings, which apply to every profile

SCU provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for access to all of its functions.
Access to these functions also is available through an application programming
interface (API), which an application programmer can use to enable another
utility to manage the radio.

To initialize SCU:

1. Go to > Settings > Connections.

2. Tap on the Wi-fi icon.

SCU Tabs

SCU has five tabs: Main, Profile, Status, Diags (Troubleshooting), and Global
Settings. Tabs enable easy navigation. Each tab is described in more detail in
this section.

Main Tab

Reference Figure 2-15 on page 2-30 to view the features of the Main Tab.

Enable/Disable Radio: Select or deselect to enable or disable the radio.

•

•

Active Profile: Displays the name of the active configuration profile.

An administrator can use the selection list to select a different profile.

•

Association Status: Indicates if the radio is associated to an access point

and, if not, what the radio’s status is.

Product Reference Guide 2-29

Configuration Settings

Enable/Disable Radio

Active Profile

Association Status

Regulatory Domain

Software Versions

About SCU

Tabs

Figure 2-15. Main tab

• Regulatory Domain: Indicates the regulatory domain or domains for
which the radio is configured. “Worldwide” means that the radio can
be used in any domain. The domain cannot be configured by an
administrator or user.

•

Software Versions: Indicates the version of the device driver and the

version of SCU that are running on the device.

•

About SCU: Supplies information on SCU.

Profile Tab

Profile settings are radio and security settings that are stored in the registry as
part of a configuration profile. When a profile is selected, its settings become
active. An administrator can define, edit, or delete up to 20 profiles in the Pro­file tab in SCU. Profile changes made are saved only when the

Commit button

is pressed.

Figure 2-16 on page 2-31 is an example of a Profile tab. Here are the high­lights:

Profile: Use to select the profile to be viewed or edited. If “ThirdParty-

•
Config” is selected then, after the device goes through a power cycle,
WZC is used for configuration of the radio.

•

Actions: Four actions are available to an administrator:

- Rename: Give the profile a new name, one that is not assigned to

another profile

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- Delete: Delete the profile, provided that it is not the active profile

Profile

Actions

Radio Attributes & Settings

Security Settings

- New: Create a new profile with default settings and give it a name
(and then change settings using other selections on the tab)

- Commit: Ensure that changes to profile settings made on the tab are
saved in the profile

Figure 2-16. Profile tab

Settings

3. Radio attribute and setting: Attributes in the list box can be selected
individually. When an attribute is selected, the current setting or an
appropriate selection box with the current setting highlighted appears
on the right. For example, selecting SSID causes an edit box to
appear; selecting transmit power causes SCU to display a drop-down
list box with available settings.

4.

Security settings: The items at the bottom of the tab enable the admin-

istrator to configure the settings for EAP Type (used for 802.1X
authentication) and Encryption.

To connect a Summit radio to a typical business WLAN, you must select a
profile that specifies the SSID, EAP type, and encryption type supported by
the WLAN:

• SSID: The name or identification of the WLAN.

• EAP type: The protocol used to authenticate the device and its user if
the WLAN uses the Enterprise version of Wi-Fi Protected Access
(WPA) and WPA2. SCU supports four EAP types: PEAP with EAP-

Product Reference Guide 2-31

Configuration Settings

Consult the Summit User’s Guide for details on all profile settings, including
security settings.

Status Tab

The Status tab shown in Figure 2-17 on page 2-33 provides status information
on the radio. Status items include IP address and MAC address for the client
radio, IP address and MAC address for the AP, signal strength, channel, trans­mit power, and data rate. A sample Status tab is shown in Figure 2-17 on page

2-33.

MSCHAP (PEAP-MSCHAP), PEAP with EAP-GTC (PEAP-GTC),
LEAP, and EAP-FAST

• Encryption: Specifies the type of key used to encrypt and decrypt
transmitted data and how that key is specified or derived. Encryption
options include:

- WPA2 or WPA with dynamic keys (derived from the EAP authenti-

cation process)

- WPA2 or WPA with pre-shared keys

- Static WEP keys

•

Client info: Name of active profile, client name, client IP address, and

client MAC address

•

AP info: AP name, AP IP address, and AP MAC address

Connection info: Channel, transmit power, and bit rate

•

One status item, the radio association state, is shown on both the Status tab
and the Main tab. Potential values are: Down (not recognized), Not Associ­ated, Associated, or [EAP type] Authenticated.

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Settings

Client info

AP info

Connection info

Ping address

Ping results

Figure 2-17. Status tab

Diags Tab

A sample Diags, or troubleshooting, tab is shown in Figure 2-18 on page 2-33.

Figure 2-18. Diags tab, with ping active

Here are the functions available on the Diags tab:

•

(Re)connect: Disable and enable the radio, apply or reapply the

current profile, and attempt to associate and authenticate to the
wireless LAN, logging all activity in the output area at the bottom.

Product Reference Guide 2-33

Configuration Settings

Global Settings Tab

Global settings include:

An administrator can define and change most global settings on the Global
Settings tab in SCU. Figure 2-19 shows a sample Global Settings tab.

Figure 2-19. Global Settings tab

• Release/Renew: Obtain a new IP address through DHCP release/
renew, and log all activity in the output area at the bottom.

Start Ping: Start a continuous ping to the address in the edit box

•
next to it. Once the button is clicked, its name and function will
change to Stop Ping. Leaving the Diags tab also will stop the ping,
as will pressing any other button on the screen.

•

Diagnostics: Attempt to (re)connect to an AP, and provide a more

thorough dump of data than is obtained with (Re)connect. The
dump will include radio state, profile settings, global settings, and
a BSSID list of APs in the area.

• Radio and security settings that apply to all profiles

• Settings that apply to SCU itself

The default setting for each global setting ensures reliable operation in most
environments. Consult the user’s guide for details on all global settings.

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Overview

Programs

Chapter 3

Software Programs

"Programs" starting on page 3-1

"Installing Programs" starting on page 3-2

Firmware Update Utility:

• Retrieving a Firmware Image Update, p. 3-3.

• Installing FUU on the Host PC, p. 3-4.

• Updating the Falcon Firmware, p. 3-4.

"AutoStart" starting on page 3-6

The Falcon comes with a number of factory-installed programs. To open
them, tap
the program you wish to open. The programs available to you may vary,
depending on your initial configuration.

> Programs to open the Programs screen, then tap the icon for

See the Microsoft help on your device for further information about Microsoft
programs.

Product Reference Guide 3-1

Software Programs

Figure 3-1. Programs screen

Installing Programs

In order to install a program, your Falcon must be connected to a PC. See the
Falcon 4400 QRG for instructions on getting connected. Then, follow the
installation instructions for the program you want to install. Once the software
is installed on your desktop computer, the installer will transfer the software to
your Falcon.

Installing Programs with FMU

You can quickly install programs on multiple Falcons using the Falcon Man­agement Utility (FMU). For more information, refer to the FMU User’s Guide
on your Product CD.

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Firmware Update Utility

The Falcon is equipped with a field-upgradeable firmware mechanism. Firm­ware updates for the Falcon can be found on the Datalogic Mobile website

(www.mobile.datalogic.com). After you have downloaded the desired update

to your PC, there are several ways you can update the firmware on the Falcon.

• Use the Falcon Management Utility (FMU) if you have multiple Fal-

cons to update. Refer to the FMU User’s Guide for more information.

• If FMU is not available or you have only a few Falcons to update, use
the Firmware Update Utility (FUU), described below, to install or
update the firmware using an ActiveSync connection. Refer to the
help system on your device for more information.

The following sections provide procedures for the retrieval and installation of
the most current firmware image onto a Falcon.

Retrieving a Firmware Image Update

The following instructions use Internet Explorer to retrieve the most current
firmware image.

1. Launch Internet Explorer on your PC and go to the Datalogic Mobile
website.

2. Navigate to the

3. Select the file you want to download, then click
the files to your local machine (or local network location).

Downloads section of the website.

Firmware Update Utility

Save to start copying

Product Reference Guide 3-3

Software Programs

Installing FUU on the Host PC

The Firmware Update Utility (FUU) provides administrators with a field
upgrade mechanism. You must have Microsoft
and running on the host PC to use FUU. Refer to the help system on your
device for more information about ActiveSync.

Prior to installing FUU, you must remove any previous versions of FUU installed
on the host PC.

Install Datalogic’s Falcon

®

Firmware Update Utility on your PC by complet-

ing the following steps:

1. Insert the CD ROM shipped with your Falcon and click on the link
to

Firmware Update Utility.

OR
Go to the Datalogic website and download the most current version of
the Firmware Update Utility. Unzip the file, then double-click to run

FUU_Setup.exe.

2. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation of
FUU.

Updating the Falcon Firmware

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ActiveSync already loaded

After copying the update package (*.fpk file) to the host PC (see Retrieving
a Firmware Image Update, p. 3-3) and installing

FUU (Installing FUU on the

Host PC, p. 3-4), you can upgrade the firmware on your Falcon.

The following steps require that you have already established an ActiveSync con­nection between the host computer and the Falcon. For information on establish­ing an ActiveSync connection with the Falcon, refer to the help system on your
device.

1. On the PC, click

2. Verify that ActiveSync is selected from the

Start > All Programs > Firmware Update Utility.

Communicate Using drop-

down list.

3. Browse (

...) to the location where you saved the firmware file for your

terminal.

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Firmware Update Utility

4. Select the current *.fpk file and click the Open button.

5. Verify that the Falcon is turned on. Insert the device into a powered

dock connected to the host computer.

6. Click the

Update Terminal button on the FUU utility on the host PC.

7.

FUU will compare the selected firmware image with the firmware

already loaded on the Falcon; if the images are different,

FUU will pro-

ceed to update the firmware image on your Falcon.

Product Reference Guide 3-5

Software Programs

Please be patient and do not remove the Falcon from the Dock until the procedure
is complete. The firmware image of the Falcon can take as long as:

• 3 minutes to download using a USB connection.

• 22 minutes to download using a serial connection with 115K baud rate.

• 130 minutes to download using a serial connection with 19.2K baud rate.

AutoStart

The AutoStart program provides three functions:

AutoStart launches each time the Falcon is rebooted. AutoStart first runs
PreAuto.ini (reference Tab l e 3- 2 for the location), executing each line
with the specified command line arguments. It will take into account any
AutoStart options at the begining of the line.

8. After the firmware of your Falcon has been updated, the Falcon will
prompt you for input. Follow the on-screen instructions.

• Allows you to create a list of applications (with optional command
line arguments) to run automatically prior to loading CAB files.

• Automatically reinstalls specified CAB files when the Falcon is Hard
Reset.

• Allows you to create a list of applications (with optional command
line arguments) to run automatically after loading CAB files.

Upon a Cold Reset, AutoStart installs all the CAB files located in the
AutoStart CAB folder. If the AutoStart CAB folder does not exist, no CAB
files will be installed.

Table 3-1. AutoStart CAB folder location

Product Operating System Location

F4400

Windows CE

Windows Mobile

\FlashFX Disk
\FlashDisk

AutoStart will then run the Autostart.ini (reference Tab le 3 - 2 for the
location), executing each line with the specified command line arguments. It
will take into account any AutoStart options at the beginning of the line.

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Table 3-2. PreAuto.ini and Autostart.ini location

F4400

Installing CAB files

Copy any CAB files you want to install into the AutoStart CAB folder. These
CAB files will then be automatically installed in alphabetical order the next
time you start the device.

How AutoStart Uses Wceload

If you intend to create highly interactive installers, you should either install the CABs manually or
review the section on “Interactive CAB Install” in this chapter.

In certain environments, CAB files will be deleted after execution. To prevent the CAB file from
being deleted, write protect the file before copying the file onto the device.

CAUTION

Product Operating System Location

Windows CE

Windows Mobile

\FlashFX Disk
\FlashDisk

AutoStart

CAB files are installed by AutoStart using the Wceload.exe application.
Tab le 3 - 3 o n p ag e 3-7 shows available command line options:

Table 3-3. AutoStart command line options

Option Description

Specifies that you will not be prompted for any input during the installation. If

/noui

/silent Suppresses dialog boxes during the installation.

the CAB file is signed, any responses will automatically be answered ‘Yes.’ If
the CAB is unsigned, then any responses will be answered ‘No.’

Please refer to the Microsoft documentation on your device for further details
on Wceload.exe.

Sample:

\Windows\Wceload.exe /delete 1 /noui /silent
“\FlashDisk\CAB\<cab file>”

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Software Programs

Interactive CAB Install

If the CAB installer requires user interaction that must be performed during
the AutoStart CAB installation process, you can specify a special file name to
disable the silent mode installation. If this mode is specified, the CAB file will
be installed with Wceload without any command line arguments specified.

An example of what AutoStart would execute is:

\Windows\Wceload.exe <cab file>

To force this mode of installation via AutoStart, rename the CAB file to
include a ‘_’ character before the “.cab” extension of the file.

Example:

“File.cab” should be renamed “File_.cab” to force AutoStart to not
install the CAB in silent mode. This specially-named CAB file should be
placed in the AutoStart folder with other CAB files intended for installation
on the next reboot.

Autostart.ini

Autoexec.ini, which uses AutoCE on some older models, has been deprecated. These files should
be renamed to Autostart.ini and reformatted as described in AutoStart, p. 3-6.

In the following section, all references to AutoStart.ini also pertain to PreAuto.ini.

Autostart.ini and PreAuto.ini are text files that AutoStart will run
upon startup of the Falcon, and after any CAB files are installed. This file
should be placed in the AutoStart folder. AutoStart will run the
Autostart.ini file on each reboot of the device.

Line Formatting

Each line of the Autostart.ini can consist of Autostart options, an exe­cutable, and any command line arguments.

< Autostart option(s)> <full path to executable>
<command line arguments>

Sample:

- \windows\pword.exe \file.doc

Ta bl e 3 -4 breaks down the sample Autostart.ini line.

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AutoStart

Table 3-4. Autostart.ini line formatting

Autostart
option(s)

- \windows\pword.exe \file.doc

Full path to executable Command line arguments

Spaces must be placed between each component of the line in the
Autostart.ini.

If the executable path is in a folder that contains spaces in the name, quotes are
required to distinguish what the actual executable name is. The following is an
example of this:

“\Program Files\ScannerApp.exe” /run (valid)

\Program Files\ScannerApp.exe /run (invalid)

The second line is an invalid line because there is no way to distinguish the
executable from the argument.

AutoStart Options

Ta bl e 3 -5 shows options you can use when writing a line in the

Autostart.ini or PreAuto.ini file.

Table 3-5. Options for Autostart.ini and PreAuto.ini

Description Character Comments

This may only be used as the first
Comment: This line will not be exe­cuted.

Do not wait on line completion:
This will cause the line to execute
and immediately move onto the
next line.

Query: Request user confirmation
when running the executable.

Execute only on Cold Reset ‘!’

Product Reference Guide 3-9

‘#’ OR ‘ ‘
(space)

‘-’

‘?’

character of the line. If the comment

option is specified in the options

elsewhere, it is ignored.

This will halt parsing the

Autostart.ini until the confirmation is

answered. This is intended for

debugging the Autostart.ini file.

Software Programs

Cold Reset Only: This will cause the line to execute only after a Cold

Reset.

An empty line will be treated as a comment line.

Combining Options

Autostart options can be combined together as shown in the following sample:

?- \Windows\Pword.exe

This line would:

• Request confirmation before executing the line. The next line would
not be processed before the confirmation is answered.

• Run the next line without waiting on the current line to complete
execution.

Query Option

The query option is intended for use when debugging the
autostart.ini. When a line with this option is executed, the following
dialog will appear with the specified executable and command line arguments.
The populated fields shown in the AutoStart Execute Query are described in
Tab le 3 - 6 o n p ag e 3-11.

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AutoStart

AutoStart Execute Query

.

Table 3-6

Line Number This is the line number in the script being executed.

Exe The executable as parsed by AutoStart.

Args The argument as parsed by AutoStart.

The fields may be broken up into multiple lines (as shown in the example) due to limited space in
the dialog.

AutoStart Query options

Field Description

Parentheses are used to surround the given field and make it very clear what
the value of the field is.

Ta bl e 3 -7 describes the results of each choice:

Table 3-7. AutoStart Query actions

Button Action

Yes The current line will execute.

No

Cancel

Autostart.ini Samples

The current line will not execute. AutoStart will continue parsing the
Autostart.ini.

The current line will not execute and AutoStart will discontinue
parsing the Autostart.ini.

Tab le 3 - 8 o n p ag e 3-12 is a collection of sample Autostart.ini lines.

Product Reference Guide 3-11

Software Programs

Table 3-8. Sample Autostart.ini lines

Line Description

? \windows\wceload.exe “\My
Documents\FDU.cab”

\Program Files\App.exe

\Program Files\App.exe /run

“\Program Files\App.exe” /run

?- \Windows\Pword.exe

!”\Program Files\App.exe” /run

This will confirm the execution of \Windows\wce-

load.exe

with specified argument “\My Docu-

ments\FDU.cab”

(invalid) This will execute \Program with the argu-

ment

Files\App.exe.

(invalid) This will execute \Program with the argu-

ment

Files\App.exe /run.

This will execute the program \Program

Files\App.exe

This will confirm the execution of \Win-

dows\Pword.exe

AutoStart will immediately process the next line.
This will execute the program \Program

Files\App.exe

after a Cold Reset.

with the argument /run.

. If the execution is confirmed,

with the argument /run ONLY

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Overview

Appendix A

Accessories

This appendix covers the following topics:

• "Power Supplies" on page A-2.

• "Battery Pack" on page A-2.

• "Single-Slot Dock" on page A-2.

• "Four-Slot Dock" on page A-3.

•"Battery Charger" on pageA-3.

• "Serial Charging Cable" on page A-4.

•"USB Cable" on pageA-3.

•"Printer Cable" on pageA-4.

• "Serial Printer Adapter" on page A-4

• "Holsters and Softcases" starting on page A-6.

• "Holsters" starting on page A-6.

• "Softcases" starting on page A-7.

• "Installing the Handle or Handstrap" starting on page A-8.

• "Installing a Handle on the Falcon 4410" on page A-9.

• "Installing the Handstrap on the Falcon 4420" on page A-8.

•"Tethered Stylus" on pageA-11.

Contact your Datalogic reseller for accessories and supplies for the Falcon; you
can see the options in this appendix, or check the Datalogic Mobile website.

Product Reference Guide A-1

Accessories

Power LED

USB/Serial Connector

Spare Battery
LED

Battery Pack in
Spare Battery
Charging Slot

Power Supplies

Use only the correct battery chargers and docks with this Windows Mobile Falcon.
The technology used for these models is incompatible with other Datalogic Falcon
chargers and docks.

Battery Pack

Figure A-1. Battery Pack

Single-Slot Dock

Figure A-2. Single-Slot Dock

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Four-Slot Dock

Figure A-3. Four-Slot Dock

Battery Charger

Power Supplies

Figure A-4. Four-Slot Battery Charger

USB Cable

See "Cable & Connector Configurations" on page D-1.

Product Reference Guide A-3

Accessories

Serial Charging Cable

See "Cable & Connector Configurations" on page D-1.

Printer Cable

See "Cable & Connector Configurations" on page D-1.

Serial Printer Adapter

The Serial Printer Adapter attaches to the bottom of a Falcon unit and allows
you to print directly to a printer.

Figure A-5. Serial Printer Adapter

To attach the printer adapter to a Falcon, you must remove the strap studs, as
well as the optional strap stud bumpers, if present. Use the procedure that fol­lows.

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Power Supplies

Strap Studs

Strap Stud
Bumpers

Removing Strap Studs/Bumpers

Figure A-6. Strap Studs

1. Loosen and pull off the strap stud bumpers (if present). If necessary,

pry off using a screwdriver.

2. Use a 5/64” Allen wrench (included with the printer adapter) to

loosen and remove each Strap Stud.

Product Reference Guide A-5

Once you have removed the strap studs, attach the adapter to the Falcon by
tightening the thumbscrews on the adapter.

Figure A-7. Attaching the Serial Printer Adapter

Accessories

• Quick release swivel belt
mount (clip on both sides for
left or right mount)

•Heavy duty nylon

Holsters and Softcases

A holster and a softcase are available that will work with both the Falcon 4410
and the handled Falcon 4420 models.

Holsters

Figure A-8. Three Holster Views

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Softcases

Holsters and Softcases

Figure A-9. Softcase for Handled Falcon 4420

• Belt clip option

•Stylus holder

•Open cover

•Heavy duty nylon

• Scanner window

Product Reference Guide A-7

Accessories

Installing the Handle or Handstrap

The Falcon 4420 comes from the factory with the handle installed. The Falcon
4410 comes with a handstrap. These can be exchanged with a change-out kit.
The handle is removable and can be replaced with a handstrap. When you
replace the handle with the handstrap, you lose the ability to press the trigger
on the handle and must use the

The <Scan> key is not available on models with the 48-key keypad.

To remove the handle and replace it with the handstrap refer to the following
sections. Reverse the same directions to replace the handstrap with the handle.

Installing the Handstrap on the Falcon 4420

Install a handstrap on the Falcon 4420 by completing the following steps:

1. Remove the handle as shown in Figure A-11 by removing the screws
located just above the battery cover’s latch dials.

2. Insert the top tab of the handstrap cover into the slot at the top of the
handle recess. (refer to Figure A-10)

<Scan> key on the Falcon keypad instead.

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Installing the Handle or Handstrap

Cover
Plate

Retaining
Pin

Retaining Pin
is threaded
through loop
in strap and
seated in sockets

Handstrap

Handstrap

PDT

Cover
Plate

Figure A-10. Removing/Replacing a Handstrap

3. Replace the screws located just above the battery cover’s latch dials.

4. Connect the handstrap hook onto one of the strap studs at the base of

the Falcon.

5. The process is complete upon successful test of the scanning function.

Installing a Handle on the Falcon 4410

Install the handle on the Falcon 4410 by completing the following steps:

1. Remove the handstrap as shown in Figure A-10 by removing the

screws located just above the battery cover’s latch dials.

Product Reference Guide A-9

Accessories

Handle

PDT

Figure A-11. Removing/Replacing the Handle

2. Insert the top tab of the handle into the slot at the top of the handle
recess (refer to Figure A-11).

3. Replace the screws located just above the battery cover’s latch dials.

4. The process is complete upon successful test of the trigger function.

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Tethered Stylus

Tet her

An optional Tethered Stylus is available
for use on any of the Falcon 4400
series models. The Tether attaches the
stylus to the Falcon unit, preventing
the stylus from accidentally being lost
or misplaced.

Installing a Tethered Stylus

If your Falcon did not come with a Tethered Stylus, it can be easily installed.

Install a Tethered Stylus on the Falcon 44xx as follows:

1. Turn the Falcon face-down. Ensure that power is OFF.

Tethered Stylus

2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the 6 mm screw at the bottom of

the Stylus holder.

3. Use the longer 16 mm screw included with the Tethered Stylus kit to

attach the Tethered Stylus to the Falcon.

Do not use the 16mm long screw that came with the Tethered Stylus without the
Tether. Damage to internal components could occur if the screw is used without
the Tether, since the screw is longer than the standard 6 mm screw used without

CAUTION

the Tether.

4. Slide the other end of the Tether through the Stylus.

This completes installation of the Tethered Stylus.

Product Reference Guide A-11

Accessories

Tet her
Screw

Figure A-12. Installing/Removing a Tethered Stylus

Removing a Tethered Stylus

If you want to remove the Tether from your Falcon 44xx, complete the follow­ing steps:

1. Turn the Falcon face down. Ensure that power is OFF.

2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the 16 mm screw at the bottom
of the Stylus holder that attaches the Tether to the PDT.

3. Use the shorter 6 mm screw included with your Falcon to reattach the
Stylus Holder to the Falcon.

Do not use the 16 mm long screw that came with the Tethered Stylus without the
Tether. Damage to internal components could occur if the screw is used without
the Tether, since the screw is longer than the standard 6 mm screw used without

CAUTION

the Tether.

Removal of the Tethered Stylus is complete.

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Overview

Appendix B

Falcon® Desktop Utility

Falcon® Desktop Utility (FDU) allows Datalogic Falcon® Windows® admin­istrators to configure Falcon Windows
user access. This includes:

• Prevent users from changing Falcon OS settings.

• Define keys to access specific functionality/programs.

• Restrict which applications can be executed on the terminal.

• Internet Explorer access restriction, configuration and customized

recovery mechanisms.

This section covers the following information:

• "Falcon Desktop Utility" on page B-2

• "Administrative Options (Admin Tab)" on page B-5.

•"Setting Hot Keys" on pageB-9.

• "Internet Explorer Configuration" on page B-12

• "Modifying Windows Controls" on page B-13

• "Add Application" on page B-15

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Mobile Falcons to control individual

Product Reference Guide B-1

Falcon® Desktop Utility

Falcon Desktop Utility

Getting Started

Before you begin, your Falcon must be connected to your PC. See the Falcon
4400 QRG for information on how to connect your Falcon.

After you are connected, you must install FDU.

Installation

The installer for FDU will automatically launch the Application Manager
associated with ActiveSync if the "Install FDU via ActiveSync when finished"
checkbox was checked during the installation. Follow the on-screen instruc­tions to complete the installation.

Using the CAB file (other methods)

Terminal file system access is required. To copy the file to the device we recom­mend using the Falcon Management Utility or ActiveSync.

FDU can be installed to remote Falcons using FMU by transferring the

FDU_WM.cab file from the directory at c:\Program
Files\PSC\Falcon Desktop Utility\ to anywhere on a Falcon

running Windows Mobile, then manually launching that CAB file.

Installation on docked Falcons via ActiveSync

ActiveSync 4.0 must be installed and connected to your Falcon before beginning
this installation.

1. Place your Falcon in the Dock and ensure that it is connected to your
PC via ActiveSync.

2. Click the

3. Click

FDU link on the Product CD to launch the installer.

Next.

4. Read and agree to the End User License Agreement and the Microsoft
Addendum to the EULA by clicking “I Agree to the Terms Specified
in the License Agreement”, then click

Next.

5. Specify the destination folder for this installation, or accept the
default and click

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Next.

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Falcon Desktop Utility

6. Specify the group name or use the default, then click Next, then Next

again to install the files on your PC.

7. Check the “Install FDU via ActiveSync when finished” checkbox,

then click

Finish.

ActiveSync will launch automatically and display a dialog directing to you to
follow instructions on your Falcon to finish the installation.

8. On your Falcon, verify that the installation succeeds, then tap

Restart.

9. On your PC, click

OK to verify that you have followed the instruc-

tions on your Falcon.

Once FDU has been installed in ActiveSync, you can install FDU on addi­tional docked Falcons as follows:

1. Place the Falcon in the Dock and connect to ActiveSync.

2. Select

Add/Remove Programs from the Too ls menu in the ActiveSync

window.

3. Check the

4. On your Falcon, verify that the installation succeeds, then tap

5. On your PC, click

Falcon Desktop Utility checkbox in the list, then click OK.

Restart.

OK to verify that you have followed the instruc-

tions on your Falcon.

Installation on wireless Falcons via FMU

FMU is required to support wireless installation. You must have already installed
FMU on your server. Please see the FMU User’s Guide on your Product CD for
information on installing and using FMU.

1. Click the FDU link on the Product CD to launch the installer.

2. Click

Next.

3. Read and agree to the End User License Agreement and the Microsoft

Addendum to the EULA by clicking “I Agree to the Terms Specified
in the License Agreement”, then click

Next.

4. Specify the destination folder for this installation, or accept the

default and click

5. Specify the group name or use the default, then click

Next.

Next, then Next

again to install the files on your PC.

6. Ensure the “Install FDU via ActiveSync when finished” checkbox is

not checked, then click

Finish.

Product Reference Guide B-3

Falcon® Desktop Utility

Falcon Config icon

Using FDU

Open the FDU by tapping > Settings > System > Falcon Config.

Figure B-1. Accessing FDU

7. In FMU, create a package for the FDU_WM.cab file, add this file to
the package, and specify any convenient installation path on your Fal­con.

8. Add this new package to your group.

9. Update your Falcon or group of Falcons to transfer the
FDU_WM.cab file to your Falcon..

10. On each Falcon, tap the FDU_WM.cab file icon to run the installer.

11. When prompted, tap

Restart to finish installation.

This option is available from all screens:

Table B-1. Option Available on all Screens

Command Description

OK

Tap the OK button to apply the settings and modifications you have made in
the FDU tabs. OK saves every modification.

FMU

Access the FMU (Falcon Management Utility) from the FMU tab.

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Figure B-2. FMU Client Tab Fields

See the FMU User’s Guide (included on your Datalogic Product CD) for com-
plete information about setting up and using FMU.

Administrative Options (Admin Tab)

Falcon Desktop Utility

Ta p > Settings > System > Falcon Config to open the Administrative Options
control panel.

Figure B-3. Setting a Password/Admin Tab Fields

Product Reference Guide B-5

Falcon® Desktop Utility

Table B-2. Setting a Password/ Admin Tab Fields

Command Description

Enable Falcon
Desktop

Tap this checkbox to activate the FDU functions such as Hot Key assign­ments, IE Restrictions, Windows Settings, and the authorized applica­tion menu.

Enter Password

Enter a password in the text box. This allows the user to specify a pass­word when this utility is launched. By default there is no password. A
password can consist of all standard keyboard characters.

Re-Enter
Password

Carefully re-enter the password in the second text box.

Set Password Tap the Set Password button to enable the password.

Restore Defaults

Tap the Restore Defaults button to reset the default values of all the
functions on all the tabs. After you select this option, you will receive a
prompt to verify this selection.

Alphanumeric characters used within a password should not be defined as Hot
Keys.

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Setting a Password

Set a password as follows:

1. Enter a password in the field. This allows the user to specify a pass-

word when this utility is launched. By default there is no password set.

Be sure to record the Password for future reference.

2. Re-enter the password in the second field.

Falcon Desktop Utility

3. Tap

4. Tap

You must tap Set Password prior to exiting FDU in order to store and activate your
new password. It is not necessary to select Enable Falcon Desktop.

If you tap Restore Defaults all custom settings will be removed and restored to the
factory default settings, except a previously set password.

CAUTION

Set Password to enable the password.

OK close Set Password Confirmation.

Changing a Password

Change to a new password by completing the steps below:

1. Enter a new value in the

2. Re-enter the new value in the

3. Tap

Set Password.

Removing a Password

Remove a password by completing the steps below:

Enter Password field.

Re-enter Password field.

1. Enter blanks in both

2. Tap

Set Password.

Password fields.

Password Request Dialog Box

Once the password is set, the next time you open the Falcon Desktop Utility, the

FDU Password dialog box opens.

Product Reference Guide B-7

Falcon® Desktop Utility

This dialog box will only open if a password was defined.

Figure B-4. Setting a Password

Table B-3. Setting a Password

Command Description

Enter Password

OK Tap the OK button to accept the password.

X Select/tap the X button to cancel the specified Hot Key.

Enter your password using the keypad, or using the stylus on the soft

input panel

(SIP) in the text box.

Complete the Falcon Config Admin dialog:

1. Enter your password using either the keypad on the unit, or using the
stylus on the on-screen keyboard.
If you enter an incorrect password, the system will prompt you to
input the correct one.

2. Tap

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OK to verify the password.

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Setting Hot Keys

You can use the Hot Keys (HKeys) tab to associate specific keys, such as <F1>-

<F10>,

with specific applications. You can also create new Hot Key combinations

"Adding a New Hot Key" on page B-10). Select the HKeys tab to access these

(see
options.

New and Delete options for Hot Keys are only available on the Falcon 4400 Series

units.

Falcon Desktop Utility

For example, you could set

<F2> to launch a sample application like:

\Windows\pword.exe.

Figure B-5. Hot Keys Tab

Table B-4. Hot Keys Tab

Command Description

Hot Key

New

Delete

Associated
Function

This drop-down list displays the available function keys to define. Select the
desired one from the list.

Tap to specify a new Hot Key, not on the Hot Key list. This opens a new

dialog, shown on page

Tap to delete the selected Hot Key. You can only delete the Hot Keys you
have added. You cannot delete <F1> -<F10>.

This drop-down list displays the available functions. Select either

B-10.

Application or Action.

Product Reference Guide B-9

Falcon® Desktop Utility

Command Description

Action

The <F6> is the key initially assigned to FDU Admin. If you wish to assign this
key to a different function, you must first select an unassigned Hot Key and
assign it to the Action - FDU Admin. You can then go back and reassign the

FKey to something else.

Table B-5. Falcon Models/Hot Keys Available

Specify an action to associate with a Hot Key. This list includes: Toggle
Taskbar, FDU Admin, and Application Switcher. This option is only avail­able when Action is selected in the Associated Function drop-down list.

Falcon 4400 Series

26-key models 48-key models 52-key models

Alpha-numeric Alt + Alpha-numeric Alt + Alpha-numeric

F1-F19 Alt + F1-F10 Alt + F1-F20

F1-F10 F1-F20

Alpha-numeric Alpha-numeric

The administrator is responsible for verifying that these keys don’t override exist­ing functions. To prevent FDU Hot Keys from overriding existing application keys,
select “No Action” in the Action combo box.

Adding a New Hot Key

When you select New on the HKeys tab, this opens the Add New Hot Key dialog
box.

Complete the following steps to define a new

1. Enter the key combination to define a new Hot Key in the
textbox.

2. The

Note displays important information indicating Hot Keys that

should not be used.

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Hot Key:

Enter Key

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Falcon Desktop Utility

Note

Figure B-6. Add a New Hot Key Dialog

Table B-6. Adding a New Hot Key Dialog

Command Description

Enter Key Enter the desired key combination in this text box to define a Hot Key.

OK Tap the OK button to add the specified Hot Key.

X Tap the X button to cancel the specified Hot Key.

You cannot add a Hot Key that is already defined. If you attempt to do so, you will
receive an error message.

3. Tap OK to save the New Hot Key. If you tap X, the key will not be saved.

It is possible for the keyboard wedge to activate assigned Hot Keys using alpha­numeric characters. Bar codes containing characters associated with assigned
Hot Keys will trigger the action or application assigned to that Hot Key.

CAUTION

Product Reference Guide B-11

Falcon® Desktop Utility

IE Address Bar Refresh

Internet Explorer Configuration

Tap th e IE (Internet Explorer) tab to access the IE Configuration option. Use the

IE Error Redirection option to provide customized recovery from common IE

errors. When an error occurs, the browser can redirect access to a specified
error page with instructions on how to recover from the problem.

Figure B-7. IE Configuration Tab / IE Window Features

Table B-7. IE Tab Fields

Command Description

Error Type

Error Page Enter a URL for a website or html file with the specified error.

Browse Button

Assign as Default

Home Page Enter a URL to set for IE home page.

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The Error Types drop-down list displays available IE Error Types:
(400) Invalid Syntax, (403) Request Forbidden, (404) Object Not
Found, (406) No Response Format, (410) Page Doesn't Exist, (500)
Internal Server Error, (501) Server Can't Do That, Generic Error,
Server Is Busy, Couldn't Find Server, URL Syntax Error, Request
Cancelled, Not Available Offline

Tap to browse for files.

Tap to set a specified error page as the default. A confirmation dialog
opens to ask if the default error page applies to all errors.

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Falcon Desktop Utility

Command Description

Enable Address Bar Enable/disable visibility of the IE address bar.

Warn when leaving
a secure page

Warn when security
blocks page

Enable cookies Select whether to allow cookies to be saved on your device.

Check to receive a security warning when you leave a secure web
page.

Check to receive a warning when security blocks a web page.

Modifying Windows Controls

Ta p the Win (Windows Controls) tab to access the Windows Controls option.

Use Windows controls to allow or restrict access to Windows system func­tions.

You can disable normal Windows functions such as the taskbar, leaving noth­ing but a blank workspace. This allows applications to be run on the full
screen and prevents users from accidental or unauthorized use of the taskbar,
Internet Explorer, and any other resident applications.

Figure B-8.

Product Reference Guide B-13

Falcon® Desktop Utility

Table B-8. Win Tab Fields

Show Taskbar Tap Show Taskbar to specify that the taskbar is shown or hidden.

Command Description

Taskbar Enabled

Tap Taskbar Enabled to specify whether the taskbar is accessi­ble. This option is only available when the Show Taskbar is
checked.

Application Selector Setup

Use the Application Selector (AppSelect tab) function to edit, add, or delete
applications for the application selector.

Figure B-9. AppSelect Tab

Table B-9. AppSelect Tab Fields

Command Description

Enable Application
Selector

Authorized
Applications

New Tap New to create a new application entry.

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Tap Enable Application Selector to enable/disabled the application
selector. When this is enabled, the Application Selector replaces
the desktop and allows only authorized use of applications.

This is a list of applications that the user may access.

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Command Description

Edit Tap Edit to edit the selected entry.

Delete Tap Delete to delete the selected entry.

Up/Down Tap Up/Down to move an entry up or down in the listview.

Add Application

Add Application opens when you tap either New or Edit.

From

Add Application, the administrator can configure and add or change a

new application entry in the list.

Application Selector Setup

Applications with
when the

Figure B-10. Add Application

Table B-10. Add Application Fields

Application Title

Application Selector starts up.

Command Description

Run Application at Startup enabled will start automatically

Enter the name of the application in this textbox in the way you wish it to
appear for the user.

Executable Displays the path for the executable file which you want to run.

Browse Button

Product Reference Guide B-15

Tap to browse for the desired executable file.

Falcon® Desktop Utility

Command Description

Arguments

Icon File Displays the path/link to the desired icon file.

Browse Button

Run Application at
Startup

Delay

Enter any command line arguments to be used when an application is
executed.

Tap to browse for the desired icon file.

Tap to force this application to auto start when the Application Selector
starts up. Applications will be started in the order listed in the autho­rized application list.

Enter a delay duration in seconds in the combo box.
This option delays auto start of application(s) to allow drivers to load
prior to starting applications

Application Selector

The administrator can choose whether the user has access to the Today screen
or not. The Application Selector can replace the Today screen and limit the
user to the specified list of applications.

Figure B-11. Application Selector

The user taps the desired application to open it.

The administrator can customize this list as shown in "Application Selector
Setup" on page B-14.

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Application Switcher User Interface

Application Switcher User Interface

The application switcher provides the same functionality as the standard Win-

®

dows

Alt+Tab function. This allows the user to cycle through the various

open applications.

The <Esc> key can be used to close the Application Switcher.

The application switcher is activated
via an assigned

Hot Key tab. (Refer to "Setting Hot

the
Keys" on page B-9.) When the
assigned
shown to the right will be displayed.

Action key specified in

Hot Key is pressed, the dialog

Press the

Hot Key to cycle through the running applications when the dialog is open.

Press

Hot Key assigned to open the application switcher. Press the assigned

Enter to switch to the selected application or <Esc> to close the applica-

tion switcher.

Product Reference Guide B-17

Falcon® Desktop Utility

NOTES

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Overview

SNMP

Appendix C

SNMP Interface

SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is the standard protocol for
managing devices on a network. The Falcon Management Utility (FMU)
makes use of SNMP to send and receive configuration information to the Dat­alogic Mobile terminals. Since the networked terminals are constantly running
SNMP, this allows FMU to interface with the terminal at any time, without
requiring user intervention on the terminal.

With SNMP running on the terminal, other SNMP based network manage­ment tools such as HP Openview
used to interface with the terminals. To support this capability, Datalogic has
released the Management Information Base (MIB) for the Datalogic Win­dows-based terminals. The MIB is used by the management tools to allow
them to better support the configuration values provided on the terminals,
such as scanner controls and terminal type information.

The MIB is available at www.mobile.datalogic.com.

For more information on SNMP, go to:

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and CastleRock SNMPpc® may also be

www.microsoft.com.

Product Reference Guide C-1

SNMP Interface

SNMP Concepts

Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is a standardized protocol for
network management services using a client/server model. The network man­agement program (client) issues queries and commands to the remote device
(agent/server). The protocol itself defines a number of variable types and struc­tures, and the rules for using them for data transfer. Using these variable types
and rules, there are a number of standard variables that are supported by all
SNMP agents. These standards include network addressing (IP address, sub­net mask, etc.), and network statistics (total packets, bad packets, etc.).

FMU uses Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) to perform many
of its functions. When the Terminal Configuration or Terminal Report func­tion is selected, SNMP is used to query the Terminal for its current Configura­tion settings, as well as current status information such as battery status and
memory usage. In the same function, SNMP is used to update Terminal Con­figuration settings when directed to. SNMP is also used by the FMU Servers
to perform the automated Group Configuration update. The Server issues
SNMP queries to discover the current Terminal Configuration, then uses
SNMP commands to update any Configuration settings that need it.

MIB Files

A Management Information Base (MIB) is a file that defines a set of SNMP
variables, their types and usage. There are a number of standard MIBs avail­able, depending on the information being managed.

Datalogic MIBs

Beyond the standard values, SNMP allows manufacturers to define their own
private MIBs. For example, Datalogic has been assigned an MIB by the Inter­net Assigned Numbers Authority that allows Datalogic to define SNMP values
relating specifically to devices that we manufacture. Within the Datalogic
MIB, several categories of values have been defined including scanner Config­urations, Terminal power Configurations and Terminal network parameters.

The format of an MIB follows rules laid out in the appropriate standards,
allowing the manufacturers of network management tools such as HP Open­View and CastleRock SNMPc to make use of the MIBs developed by manu­facturers. So by following the procedures used by the management tool, the
MIB can be processed by the tool allowing the proper display of SNMP values
retrieved from the agent.

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For example, if the Datalogic MIB is loaded into OpenView, the administrator
can then view all of the values defined by DatalogicDatalogic using the names
assigned by Datalogic, as well as a brief explanation of what each value repre­sents. This will also allow the administrator to update most values, and pro­vides range checking information for the tool to take advantage of. The
current Datalogic MIB can be found on the Datalogic Mobile website at

www.mobile.datalogic.com in the Downloads area.

Additional Resources

Additional information on SNMP can be found at the following websites:

www.snmplink.org

www.snmpworld.com

www.simpleweb.com

Overview

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SNMP Interface

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Appendix D

Cable & Connector Configurations

Introduction

The following pages contain information about standard interface cables for
use in interconnecting the Dock to power and/or peripheral devices.

General Specifications

Wire Requirements

• Cable length should not exceed 15 feet.

• Wire gauge = Standard for RJ-45 connectors (28-26 AWG).

Supply Voltage

Current power supply voltage = 12V, 2.5 amp.

USB Cable

Figure D-1 on page D-1 illustrates the connector configuration of the USB
cable for the Falcon.

Figure D-1. USB Connector Configurations

4

PC END

Product Reference Guide D-1

3

1

72.0" ±2.0"

5

FALCON END

2

Cable & Connector Configurations

Printer Cable End

Falcon End

HRS

6 inches +/- 1

Serial Cable

Figure D-2 illustrates the connector configuration of the Serial cable for the

Falcon.

Figure D-2. Serial Connector Configurations

HRS

72 inches +/- 2

PC End

Printer Cable

Figure D-3 illustrates the connector configuration of the Printer cable for the

Falcon.

Figure D-3. Printer Connector Configurations

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Appendix E

Programming Parameters

This section contains information about programmable settings for the Falcon
4400 Windows Mobile Falcon. Use the Falcon Management Utility (FMU),
the Scanner Control Panel applet, the Imaging or OCR Control Panel applets,
or the bar codes provided in Appendix F to program the Falcon.

Tab le E - 2 st ar ti ng on pa ge E-3 provides the following information:

•

Code Parameter is the “human” name for the programming option.

•

I.D. # is the “decoder” name for the programming option. For example,

to set a Code 39 minimum label length, use I.D. 0120. Program­ming I.D. numbers given in this appendix can be used with all pro­gramming methods.

Typ e tells what kind of setting to use for each code parameter.

•

•

On/Off is a toggle. 1 turns the parameter on, and 0 turns it off.

•

Acceptable Input gives the settings or range of settings for each code

parameter.

•

Defaults indicates how the parameter is set when the predefined

default FF39, FF3A, or FF3B is selected.

Minimum (FF39) turns every on/off parameter off and sets all min-

•
imum and Maximum Label Lengths to the lowest values.

Maximum (FF3A) turns every on/off parameter on, sets all Mini-

•
mum Label Lengths to the lowest values, and sets all Maximum
Label Lengths to the highest values. Use this default for trouble­shooting; it provides the best settings for reading an unknown bar
code symbology and can identify the symbology of scanned bar
codes.

•

Factory (FF3B) is the factory setting installed on the Falcon. This

default set will work for most applications. To reset the Falcon to
the original defaults, scan the

Factory bar code on page F-3.

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Programming Parameters

• Scanner Type shows, with a checkmark, which modules support the
specified parameter.

Programming Codes Without Parameters

The following table describes the functions of special bar codes that take no
parameters:

Table E-1. Programming Codes Without Parameters

Code

Parameter

Defaults
Minimum

Defaults
Maximum

Defaults
Factory

Defaults
Registry

Exit and
Restore

Exit and
Save

Exit and
Commit

I.D. # Function

FF39

FF3A

FF3B

FF3C

FF3D

FF3E

FF3F

Turns every On/Off parameter off and sets all minimum and
Maximum Label Lengths to the lowest values.

Turns every On/Off parameter on and sets all minimum and
Maximum Label Lengths to the highest values. This default set
is normally used only for troubleshooting. It gives the best
chance of reading an unknown bar code symbology and also
identifies the symbology of each bar code scanned.

This is the default parameter settings that was installed at the
factory. This default set will work for most applications.

This restores all parameter settings to the values that exist in
the registry. This is useful for restoring parameters to a known
working set of values which have been saved using code

parameter

Stops a label programming sequence and restores all parame­ter settings to the values that exist in the registry.

Stops a label programming sequence. The last valid parameter
settings are left intact.

Stops a label programming sequence and writes all parameter
settings into the registry. This can be used to save a custom­ized set of parameter settings for restoring later via parameter

FF3F.

FF3C.

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The following table lists the standard customer programmable settings for the
Falcon.

Table E-2. Programmable Standard Bar Code Settings

I.

Accep-

Code Parameter/ Description

D.

table

#

Input

Min Max

Bar Code Parameters

Defaults Scanner Type

Fac-

tory

Laser/

Linear

Imager

2D

Imag

er

Codabar

Enable

Enable

Aggres-

sive

Decoding

Enable

Checksum

Send

Checksum

Concate-

nate

Enables/disables the Codabar sym­bology.

Enables more aggressive decoding
algorithms to be used in order to
scan hard to read labels.

Requires the use of checksum
characters to verify a bar code.

Instructs the terminal to include the
checksum in the label transmission

Allows the decoder to retain and
join together a series of specially
formatted labels, and then send a
single transmission of the entire
result.

Enter 1 for On

and 0 for Off.

0
3

On or

0

Off

0

0
3

On or

0

Off

1

0
3

On or

0

Off

2

0
3

On or

0

Off

3

0
3

On or

0

Off

4

Off On On

Off On Off

Off Off Off

Off Off Off

Off Off Off

99

9

99

99

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Code Parameter/ Description

I.

D.

#

Accep-

table

Input

Defaults Scanner Type

Laser/
Linear

Imager

Min Max

Fac­tory

2D

Imag

er

Send Start/

Stop

Convert to

CLSI

Allow Wide

Interchar-

acter Gaps

Minimum

Label

Length

Maximum

Label

Length

Instructs the decoder to transmit
the decoded start and stop charac­ters of Codabar labels. The start
and stop characters will both be
translated as A, B, C, or D.

Restricts the Codabar decoder to
only read labels that conforms to

CLSI specifications. Label length

must be 14, and the data is split
into fields of 1, 4, 5, and 4 charac­ters separated by spaces.

Allows wide gaps to appear
between characters in a label.

Set the minimum label length to be
less than or equal to maximum
label length.

This feature specifies the maximum
allowable length of a Codabar label.
The length includes check and data
characters. Maximum Label Length
should be greater than or equal to
Minimum Label Length.

0
3

On or

0

Off

Off On Off

5

0
3

On or

0

Off

Off Off Off

6

0
3

On or

0

Off

Off On On

7

0
3

01 - 50 01 01 04

2
0

0
3

01 - 50 01 50 20

2
1

99

9

9

99

99

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fication

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Sets the number of times a label
must be read before it is transmit­ted.

0
3

01 - 04 01 02 01

2
2

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