Rugged Mobile Computer with 1D/2D Imager
User’s Manual
with Windows Embedded Compact 7
Datalogic S.r.l.
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Table of Contents
Introduction ....................................................................... 1
Conventions ..................................................................................1
Product Presentation ..................................................................2
Available Models ..........................................................................3
Out of the Box ...............................................................................6
General View .................................................................................7
Front View .............................................................................7
Back View ..............................................................................8
Top View ................................................................................9
Bottom View .........................................................................9
Accessories ................................................................................ 10
Battery............................................................................. 15
Install the Battery ..................................................................... 15
Charge the Battery .................................................................... 16
Replace the Battery .................................................................. 18
SD Card ............................................................................ 23
Install the MicroSD Card ........................................................... 23
Getting Started ............................................................... 25
Power On .................................................................................... 25
Desktop Window ....................................................................... 26
Taskbar ............................................................................... 27
Using the Stylus Pen ......................................................... 28
WEC7 Touch Screen Calibration ....................................... 29
Keyboards .................................................................................. 31
Alphanumeric Keyboard (52 Keys) .................................. 31
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Numeric Keyboard (29 Keys) .............................................33
Functional Keyboard (29 Keys; F1-F12) ...........................36
Resetting the Terminal ..............................................................39
Warm Boot ..........................................................................39
Clean Boot ...........................................................................40
LED Indicators ............................................................................41
Settings ............................................................................ 43
Control Panel ..............................................................................43
Data Capture Configuration ......................................................44
General Decoding Properties ............................................45
Symbology Settings ...........................................................52
Decoding Settings ..............................................................54
WCU (Wireless Configuration Utility) .......................................55
Create a New Profile ..........................................................56
Edit a Profile .......................................................................61
Delete a Profile ...................................................................61
Connect to a Profile ...........................................................62
Disconnect from a Profile ..................................................62
Browse Nearby Wireless Networks .................................63
Audio Settings ............................................................................65
Audio ...................................................................................65
Volume & Sounds ..............................................................66
Bluetooth® Manager Device Setup ..........................................67
Enable Bluetooth® .............................................................67
Connect to Other Bluetooth® Devices .............................69
Configure or Unpair Bluetooth® Devices .........................73
Persistent Registry ....................................................................74
Datalogic Applications.................................................... 77
DL Buttons ..................................................................................77
Add a New Button ..............................................................79
Triggers ...............................................................................80
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Application Switcher ......................................................... 81
Desktop Configuration Utility (DXU) ........................................ 82
How DXU Works ................................................................ 83
Installation ......................................................................... 84
Controls .............................................................................. 85
Simplified Deploy ............................................................... 91
Tasks ................................................................................. 103
Command Line DXU Execution ...................................... 129
Datalogic Desktop Utility ........................................................ 130
Administrative Options (Admin tab) ............................. 131
Locked Web Browser Options (LockedWeb Tab) ......... 135
Status Icons Options (Status Tab) ................................. 140
Windows Controls (Win Tab) .......................................... 141
AppSelector Options (AppSelect Tab) ............................ 143
App Selector (Application Selector) ....................................... 146
Locked Web Browser .............................................................. 147
Locked Web Browser Special Metatags ....................... 149
General Metatag Comments .......................................... 149
PAL and PAL Communicator .................................................. 154
Autostart .................................................................................. 155
Installing CAB Files ......................................................... 155
How AutoStart Uses Wceload ........................................ 156
Interactive CAB Install .................................................... 157
Autostart.ini ..................................................................... 158
Tools............................................................................... 165
Windows Embedded Compact 7 SDK .................................... 165
Prerequisites ................................................................... 165
Data Capture................................................................. 167
Imager 1D Data Capture ......................................................... 167
Imager 2D Data Capture ......................................................... 170
Connections .................................................................. 173
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Windows Mobile® Device Center ................................... 173
USB Connection ....................................................................... 175
USB HandyLink™ Connection ......................................... 175
USB Dock Connection ..................................................... 176
Connection to USB Peripherals ............................................. 177
RS232 Connection ................................................................... 179
RS232 Dock Connection ................................................. 179
WLAN Connection ................................................................... 180
WPAN Connection ................................................................... 182
Wireless and Radio Frequencies Warnings ......................... 184
Technical Features....................................................... 187
Technical Data ......................................................................... 187
Decode Distances .................................................................... 191
Falcon X4 Imager 1D Linear CCD ................................... 191
Falcon X4 Imager 2D ....................................................... 192
Test Codes..................................................................... 193
Maintenance................................................................. 201
Cleaning the Device ................................................................. 201
Dock Contacts Cleaning Procedure ............................... 201
Ergonomic Recommendations .............................................. 204
Safety and Regulatory Information ........................... 205
General Safety Rules .............................................................. 205
Power Supply ........................................................................... 206
Laser Safety ............................................................................. 207
LED Class ................................................................................. 215
Marking and European Economic Area (EEA) ..................... 215
Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity .............................. 216
Statement of Compliance ....................................................... 216
Information for the User ................................................ 218
FCC/IC Labeling ....................................................................... 219
FCC Compliance ....................................................................... 219
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ISED Compliance ...................................................................... 221
Radiofrequency Radiation Exposure Information ............... 223
Radio Technologies and Frequency Bands ........................... 224
Europe .............................................................................. 224
US and Canada ................................................................ 225
WEEE Compliance ................................................................... 226
Reference Documentation........................................... 229
Support Through the Website ................................................ 229
Technical Support through email or phone. ......................... 229
Warranty Terms and Conditions ........................................... 229
Glossary......................................................................... 231
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NOTES
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Introduction
Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
"Mobile computer" and "Falcon X4" refer to Falcon X4 mobile
computer.
"Single Dock" refers to the Falcon X4 Single Slot Dock.
The label artworks may be only a draft. Refer to the product labels
for more precise information.
User’s Manual 1
Introduction
Product Presentation
Datalogic is pleased to announce its new Falcon X4 Mobile Computer:
this legendary Mobile Computer strikes a new hit along a long track
of worldwide successes!
A plurality of markets, including verticals like Retail, Manufacturing,
Transport & Logistics and Healthcare, will benefit of upgraded Falcon
performance for their back office and warehousing applications,
together with the well-known ergonomics and reliability of this high
end Mobile Computer.
Falcon X4 represents the best choice for any kind of player in such
markets requiring reliable data collection in mobility, from store floor
to back office inventory, from warehouse management to
distribution center, from 3PL to traceability in intralogistics:
Users will appreciate along the full shift the difference of ergonomic
handheld and pistol grip form factors, together with a 3.5 inch crystal
clear display, an exceptional tactile feeling of the different backlit
keyboards, and a hot swappable one-piece 5,200 mAh battery.
With a choice of Windows Embedded and Android™ Operating
Systems, and an easy upgradability to Android, the Falcon X4 mobile
computer delivers the ultimate in ergonomics, intuitive user
interface, computing and data capture technologies, combined with
best-in-class ruggedness.
2Falcon™ X4
Introduction
Available Models
The Falcon X4 is available in different models depending on the
options it is equipped with. All options are listed below:
• communication features: 802.11 a/b/g/n radio, Bluetooth®
• data capture options: 1D, 2D imager
• keyboard options: alphanumeric, numeric, functional.
All options are listed below:
WI-FI 1D HAND HELD
• 945500002 Falcon X4 Hand held, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX
v4, Bluetooth v2.1, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 29-Key Numeric,
Green Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows
Embedded Compact 7, EU.
• 945500004 Falcon X4 Hand held, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX
v4, Bluetooth v2.1, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 52-Key Alpha
Numeric, Green Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows
Embedded Compact 7, EU.
• 945500010 Falcon X4 Hand held, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX
v4, Bluetooth v2.1, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 29-Key Functional
Numeric F1-F12, Green Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot,
Windows Embedded Compact 7, EU.
WI-FI 2D HAND HELD
• 945500006 Falcon X4 Hand held, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX
v4, Bluetooth v2.1, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 29-Key Numeric,
White Illumination 2D Imager w Green Spot, Windows
Embedded Compact 7, EU.
• 945500005 Falcon X4 Hand held, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX
v4, Bluetooth v2.1, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 52-Key Alpha
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Introduction
Numeric, White Illumination 2D Imager w Green Spot, Windows
Embedded Compact 7, EU.
• 945500011 Falcon X4 Hand held, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX
v4, Bluetooth v2.1, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 29-Key Functional
Numeric F1-F12, White Illumination 2D Imager w Green Spot,
Windows Embedded Compact 7, EU.
WI-FI 1D PISTOL GRIP
• 945550005 Falcon X4 Pistol Grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX
v4, Bluetooth v2.1, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 29-Key Numeric,
Green Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded
Compact 7, EU.
• 945550004 Falcon X4 Pistol Grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX
v4, Bluetooth v2.1, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 52-Key Alpha
Numeric, Green Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows
Embedded Compact 7, EU.
• 945550010 Falcon X4 Pistol Grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX
v4, Bluetooth v2.1, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 29-Key Functional
Numeric F1-F12, Green Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot,
Windows Embedded Compact 7.
WI-FI 2D PISTOL GRIP
• 945550006 Falcon X4 Pistol Grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX
v4, Bluetooth v2.1, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 29-Key Numeric,
White Illumination 2D Imager w Green Spot, Windows
Embedded Compact 7, EU.
• 945550002 Falcon X4 Pistol Grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX
v4, Bluetooth v2.1, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 52-Key Alpha
Numeric, White Illumination 2D Imager w Green Spot, Windows
Embedded Compact 7, EU.
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Introduction
• 945550011 Falcon X4 Pistol Grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX
v4, Bluetooth v2.1, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 29-Key Functional
Numeric F1-F12, White Illumination 2D Imager w Green Spot,
Windows Embedded Compact 7, EU.
For further details about the Falcon X4 models refer to the web site:
http://www.datalogic.com.
For further information regarding WEC7 refer to the website:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsembedded.
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Introduction
Out of the Box
The Falcon X4 package contains:
• Falcon X4 mobile computer
• Rechargeable battery pack
• Blank keypad overlay
•Quick Start Guide
• Safety & Regulatory Addendum
• End User License Agreement (EULA) Sheet
Remove all the components from their packaging; check their
integrity and compare them with all the packing documents.
Keep the original packaging for use when sending
products to the technical assistance center. Damage
caused by improper packaging is not covered under the
CAUTION
warranty.
6Falcon™ X4
General View
ON/OFF
Power Key
LEDs
Microphone
QVGA
Color Display
Front Scan Key
Keyboard
Front View
Introduction
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Introduction
Back View
Product Label
Laser Safety Label
Loudspeaker
Reset Key
Under Battery
8Falcon™ X4
MicroSD Card Slot
(Under Battery)
Introduction
Top View Bottom View
Data Capture Window
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HandyLink™ connector
(host/client)
Introduction
Accessories
Docks/Chargers
• 94A150057 Single Slot Desk Mount Dock with Spare Battery
Charging Slot. High-Retention USB Type B (client only) and
RS-232 ports. Includes Power Supply with Regional Plugs and
USB Cable.
• 94A150056 Multi Ethernet Dock, recharges 4 terminals and 4
spare batteries. Power supply included in the box. Power cord
ordered separately.
• 94A151131 Vehicle Dock, Falcon X3/X4. With RS-232 and
USB I/O. Includes power cable and fuse. Requires input power
source 9-30V DC.
• 94A151135 Multi Charge Only Dock, recharges 4 terminals
and 4 spare batteries. Power supply included in the box. Power
cord ordered separately.
• 94A151137 Multi Battery Charger recharges 4 spare
batteries. Power supply included in the box. Power cord
ordered separately.
Power Supplies/Cords
• 95ACC1113 POWER LINE CORD, 3-PIN IEC C13, USA.
• 95ACC1213 POWER LINE CORD, 3-PIN IEC C13, UK.
• 94ACC1150 POWER LINE CORD, 3-PIN IEC C13, EU (5 PCS).
• 95A051041 POWER LINE CORD, 3-PIN IEC C13, EU.
• 95ACC1215 POWER LINE CORD, 3-PIN IEC C13, AUSTRALIA.
• 95ACC1212 POWER LINE CORD,3-PIN IEC C13, JAPAN.
• 95ACC1284 POWER LINE CORD, 3-PIN IEC C13, ARGENTINA.
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Introduction
• 94ACC1381 Power supply for single slot dock, regional plugs
included.
• 94ACC1385 Power supply for Multi Battery Charger, 4-Slot
Dock. Power line cord has to be ordered separately.
• 95ACC1049 DC/DC Converter for 24 V to 48 VDC Trucks
(18-55 VDC/10 Amp) for PVD.
Batteries
• 94ACC1386 Battery, 5200 mAh High Capacity, Falcon X3/X4.
Cables
• 94A051020 Cable for dock-PC (RS-232) communication.
• 94A051970 Cable from device (Handylink) to USB. Device
works as client. Connects to PC, 2 m straight cable.
• 94A051971 Cable from device (Handylink) to female USB.
Device works as host. Connects to printers or most other
peripherals. 15 cm straight cable.
• 94A051972 Cable from device (Handylink) to female DB9
RS-232. Null Modem Cable. Connects to PC. 2m straight cable.
• 94A051973 Cable from device (Handylink) to male DB9
RS-232. Straight through cable, Power on Pin 9 (5V @ 500mA).
Connects to printers, scanners, or most other peripherals. 15
cm straight cable.
• 94A051968 Cable from Micro USB (dock) to USB. Device
works as client. 2m straight cable.
• 94A051969 Cable from Micro USB (dock) to female USB.
Device works as host. 1m straight.
• 94A051975 Car Adapter for PMD (to supply power to PMD
from the cigarette lighter). 2 m straight cable.
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Introduction
• 94A051976 Adapter, from PMD Car Adapter to device (to
supply power from the cigarette lighter to device, both
94A051975 and 94A051976 are required). 15 cm straight cable.
• 95ACC0003 Clip for Micro USB and Power Supply cables. To
be fastened to the RS-232 port of the Single Slot Dock.
• 94A050037 Handylink quick-disconnect audio cable for VR12
headsets.
Holster/Cases
• 95ACC1161 Belt for Falcon Holster and Softcase.
• 94ACC1387 Holster, Falcon X3/X4 (Belt Sold Separately).
• 94ACC0104 RUBBER SHELL FALCONX3/X4.
• 94ACC0063 SOFTCASE HEAVY DUTY W/SHOULDER STRAP
for Falcon X3/Falcon X4.
• 94ACC0047 Standard Softcase with Quick Release Belt Clip
for Falcon X3/X4 (Belt Sold Separately).
General Accessories
• 94ACC0121 Cover plate, Falcon X3/X4.
• 94ACC1390 Handle with Mounting Screws, Falcon X3/X4.
• 94ACC0073 Limited Power Source protection for Falcon
X3/X4 Vehicle Dock. 12-24V, 1.5A. For vehicle power supplies
not compliant IEC/UL 60950.
• 94ACC1372 Module, Modem Communication for Single Slot
Dock.
• 94ACC0079 Module, Ethernet Communication for Single Slot
Dock.
• 95ACC1033 Screen Protector Kit, 3.5", 5 Pack.
• 94ACC1240 Shoulder Strap (5 pcs).
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Introduction
• 94ACC0145 Stylus and Tether Pack for Falcon X3/X4, 5
Pack.
• 95ACC0002 VR12 Headsets. Requires Handylink audio cable
94A050037.
• 95ACC3420 RAM Mount, 1.5in Arm, with 2.75in and 2.5in
bases. Recommended RAM mount for Falcon X3/X4 Powered
Mobile Dock.
• 94ACC0049 Hand-strap, Skorpio X3/X4 and Falcon X3/X4.
• 94ACC0081 Lanyard to tether the Skorpio X3/X4 or Falcon
X3/X4 to the wrist. Included with all pistol grip models of
Skorpio X3/X4 and Falcon X3/X4).
Use only a Datalogic approved power supply and cables.
Use of an alternative power supply will invalidate any
CAUTION
approval given to this device and may be dangerous.
User’s Manual 13
Introduction
NOTES
14 Falcon™ X4
Battery
Install the Battery
Insert the battery with the contacts down, then press firmly until the
battery latch clicks twice:
User’s Manual 15
Battery
Charge the Battery
The rechargeable battery pack is less than half of full charge when
delivered. Charge the battery with the single slot dock
*
, before using
the Falcon X4 terminal.
You can also charge an additional battery pack by inserting it into the
rear slot of the dock.
Do not use the Falcon X4 until batteries are charged for
minimum 4 hours.
CAUTION
The Falcon X4 may get warm during charging; this is
normal and does not mean a malfunction.
NOTE
* The power supply for the single slot dock is included in the single slot dock box
(P/N 94A150057).
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CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
Battery
By default, the battery pack is disconnected at the
factory to avoid damage due to excessive draining.
Avoid storing batteries for long periods in a state of full
charge or very low charge.
We recommend charging the battery pack every two to
three months to keep its charge at a moderate level to
maximize battery life.
Annual replacement of rechargeable battery pack
avoids possible risks or abnormalities and ensures
maximum performance.
The battery pack autonomy varies according to many
factors, such as the frequency of barcode scanning, RF
usage, battery life, storage, environmental conditions,
etc.
Close to the limits of the working temperature, some
battery performance degradation may occur.
The Falcon X4 should be charged at an ambient
temperature between 0 - 35º C (32 to 95 ºF) to achieve
the maximum charging rate.
Never charge the device battery in a closed space
where excessive heat can build up.
As a safety precaution, the battery may stop charging
to avoid overheating.
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Battery
Replace the Battery
To replace the battery pack, follow the steps below:
1. Turn off the Falcon X4 (press the power key and wait for device
power off).
2. Press the latch release button, pull the battery latch down and
remove the battery pack.
3. Insert the new battery pack into the slot (Install the Battery on
page 15).
Use only Datalogic approved batteries and accessories
for battery charging.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect
WARNING
type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
Il y a risque d’explosion si la batterie est remplacée par
une batterie de type incorrect.
Mettre au rebut les batteris usagées confor mément aux
instructions.
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CAUTION
NOTE
Battery
Do not incinerate, disassemble, short terminals, or
expose to high temperature. Risk of fire and explosion.
Use specified charger only. Risk of explosion if the
battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of
batteries as required by local authorities.
Even if the storage temperature range is wider, it is
recommended to store the terminal and the batteries at
environmental temperature, in order to achieve the
longest battery life.
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Battery
WARNING
Installing, charging and/or any other action should be
done by authorized personnel and following this
manual.
The battery pack may get hot, explode, ignite, and/or
cause serious injury if exposed to abusive conditions.
If the battery pack is replaced with an improper type,
there is risk of explosion.
Do not place the battery pack in or near a fire or other
heat source; do not place the battery pack in direct
sunlight, or use or store the battery pack inside
unventilated areas in hot weather; do not place the
battery pack in microwave ovens, in clothes dryers, in
high pressure containers, on induction cook surfaces or
similar devices. Doing so may cause the battery pack to
generate heat, explode or ignite. Using the battery pack
in this manner may also result in a loss of performance
and a shortened life expectancy.
To power the cradle, use only a Datalogic approved
power supply. The use of an alternative power supply
will void the product warranty, may cause product
damage and may cause heat, an explosion, or fire.
The area in which the units are charged should be clear
of debris and combustible materials or chemicals.
Do not use the battery pack of this terminal to power
devices other than this device.
Immediately discontinue use of the battery pack if,
while using, charging or storing the battery pack, the
battery pack emits an unusual smell, feels hot, changes
colour or shape, or appears abnormal in any other way.
20 Falcon™ X4
WARNING
Battery
Do not short-circuit the battery pack contacts
connecting the positive terminal and negative
terminal. This might happen, for example, when you
carry a spare battery pack in your pocket or purse;
accidental short–circuiting can occur when a metallic
object such as a coin, clip, or pen causes direct
connection of the contacts of the battery pack (these
look like metal strips on the battery pack). Short–
circuiting the terminals may damage the battery pack
or the connecting object.
Do not apply voltages to the battery pack contacts.
Do not pierce the battery pack with nails, strike it with
a hammer, step on it or otherwise subject it to strong
impacts, pressures, or shocks.
Do not disassemble or modify (i.e. bend, crush or
deform) the battery pack. The battery pack contains
safety and protection devices, which, if damaged, may
cause the battery pack to generate heat, explode or
ignite.
In case of leakage of liquid from the battery, avoid
contact with liquid the skin or eyes. If the contact
occurs, immediately wash the affected area with water
and consult a doctor.
Do not solder directly onto the battery pack.
Do not expose the battery pack to liquids.
Avoid any knocks or excessive vibrations. If the device
or the battery is dropped, especially on a hard surface,
you should take it to the nearest Authorised Repair
Centre for inspection before continuing to use it.
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Battery
WARNING
If your device stops working for any reason, do not use
its battery on other electronic devices without a prior
check and approval by an Authorised Repair Centre.
Do not replace the battery pack when the device is
turned on.
Do not remove or damage the battery pack’s label.
Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any part.
Battery pack usage by children should be supervised.
Collect and recycle waste batteries separately from the
device in compliance with European Directive
2006/66/EC, 2011/65, 2002/96/EC and subsequent
modifications, with US and China regulatory laws and
regulations about the environment.
22 Falcon™ X4
SD Card
Install the MicroSD Card
Falcon X4 supports microSD memory cards. To access the microSD
card slot and insert the card follow the steps below:
1. Turn off the Falcon X4.
2. Remove the battery pack (see “Replace the Battery” on
page -18, steps 1 to 3).
3. Slide the cardholder to the right and then pull it up:
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SD Card
4. Insert the microSD card with the written part upward. Lock the
card into place by pushing the cardholder down and then sliding
it to the left:
5. Replace the battery pack (Install the Battery on page 15).
Remove the MicroSD Card
To remove the microSD card, follow the steps above to access the
microSD slot, and remove it from its slot.
Follow proper ESD precautions to avoid damaging the
microprocessors in the Falcon X4 or the microSD card
itself. Proper ESD precautions include, but are not
CAUTION
limited to, working on an ESD mat and ensuring that the
operator is properly grounded.
Do not force the card. If you feel resistance, remove the
card, check the orientation, and reinsert it.
Do not use the microSD card slot for any other
accessories.
It is highly recommended that users latch the card cage's
bale even when the card is not present.
24 Falcon™ X4
Getting Started
Power On
The Falcon X4 turns on when the battery pack or the external supply
is inserted and the ON/OFF Power button is pressed.
As soon as the mobile computer is on, the Windows Embedded
Compact 7 desktop will appear on the screen. Wait a few seconds
before starting any activity so that the mobile computer completes
its startup procedure.
The mobile computer goes into power-off (low power with display
and keyboard backlight off), when it is not used for more than a
programmable timeout, which can be defined in the Power applet of
the Control Panel. In this mode it can be awakened by the ON/OFF
key.
The mobile computer can also be awakened or suspended
programmatically.
NOTE
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Getting Started
Desktop Window
As soon as the mobile computer is on, the Windows Embedded
Compact 7 desktop appears on the screen. Wait a few seconds
before starting any activity so that the mobile computer completes
its startup procedure.
Windows Embedded Compact 7 Desktop
26 Falcon™ X4
Taskbar
Icons Descriptions
The Start button opens the Start Menu.
ActiveSync connection icon is displayed when connected to
ActiveSync or Windows Mobile Device Center either by USB,
RS232, or Bluetooth®. Double-tap it to open a status dialog
box that will let you disconnect the ActiveSync session
without physically disconnecting the device from the PC. It is
the only way to disconnect a Bluetooth® ActiveSync
connection.
Battery icons display the system battery status.
Bluetooth® Manager icon displays whether Bluetooth® is
enabled, paired, or turned off. Double-tap this icon to open the
Bluetooth® Manager control panel applet.
Network connectoid icon displays whether you are connected
or not to Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth® Personal Area
Network.
Getting Started
User’s Manual 27
Getting Started
Using the Stylus Pen
The stylus selects items and enters information. It functions as a
mouse.
Double Tap
Drag
Tap-and-hold
CAUTION
Double tap the screen with the stylus to open items and select
options.
Hold the stylus on the screen and drag across the screen to
select text and images. Drag in a list to select multiple items.
Tap and hold the stylus on an item to see a list of actions
available for that item. On the pop-up menu that appears, tap
the action you want to perform.
Use only original Datalogic styluses supplied with the
product itself.
In harsh applications, use of screen protectors should
be taken into consideration, in order to extend the
touch screen operating life.
To prevent damage to the screen, do not use sharp
devices or any device other than the Datalogic provided
stylus.
Do not apply too much pressure when touching the
screen.
For applications where an intensive use of the touch
screen is foreseen, please consider that touch screen
components are subject to progressive wear.
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WEC7 Touch Screen Calibration
At the very first Falcon X4 startup, after any cold boot (if the user
skipped stylus calibration earlier) or following a clean boot, a
Welcome Wizard with Stylus Calibration comes up.
Also, you might need to recalibrate the touch screen (i.e. when you
attempt to select an item with the stylus, another item is
erroneously selected).
To recalibrate the touch screen, following the steps below:
1. Tap Start > Settings >Control Panel. Double tap the Stylus icon
to open the Stylus Properties window:
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Tap Calibration to open the Calibration tab. Tap Recalibrate:
2. Carefully press and briefly hold the stylus on the center of the
target. Repeat as the target moves around the screen.
3. By completing the calibration procedure you implicitly accept the
new calibration settings.
4. The new calibration settings are persistently saved in the
Registry.
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Keyboards
The Falcon X4 comes with three different keyboards: a 52-key
alphanumeric keyboard, a 29-key numeric keyboard and a 29-key
functional numeric keyboard.
Alphanumeric Keyboard (52 Keys)
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Main Keys Functions
Key Function
The SCAN key starts data capture. If enabled, it also wakes
up the mobile computer from low-power (see
on page 77
For pistol grip models only, the trigger performs the same
function as the SCAN key.
Direct access to F1-F4. If pressed after the Yellow toggle,
these keys enable you to move forwards, backwards,
upwards or downwards within text fields, scroll through a
Menu list or browse among folder files.
Yellow modifier (toggle key): when pressed before a
standard key, it enables the character or function printed in
yellow above the key.
Blue modifier (one shot key): when pressed before a
standard key, it enables the character or function printed in
blue above the key.
The ON/OFF Power button powers the Falcon X4 ON or
OFF. It is placed on the upper left side of the terminal.
).
Special Function Icons
Icon Function
After a Blue modifier key press, the Start menu key opens the Start
menu.
DL Buttons
After a Blue modifier key press, the Lock key locks the keyboard.
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Numeric Keyboard (29 Keys)
Getting Started
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Main Keys Functions
Key Function
The SCAN key starts data capture. If enabled, it also wakes
up the mobile computer from low-power (see
on page 77
performs the same function as the SCAN key.
Arrow keys let you move forwards, backwards, upwards or
downwards within text fields, scroll through a Menu list or
browse among folder files.
Yellow modifier (toggle key): when pressed before a
standard key, it enables the character or function printed in
yellow above the key.
Blue modifier (one shot key): when pressed before a
standard key, it enables the character or function printed in
blue above the key.
The ON/OFF Power button powers the Falcon X4 ON or
OFF. It is placed on the upper left side of the terminal.
). For pistol grip models only, the trigger
Special Function Icons
Icon Function
After a Blue modifier key press, the Start menu key opens the Start
menu.
After a Blue modifier key press, the Lock key locks the keyboard.
DL Buttons
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A
B
Multitap Function
In the numeric keypad the number keys (key 0 excluded) and the ESC
key share the following behavior scheme:
A. Function of the key when directly pressed.
B. Modified by the Yellow key, repeated presses cycle
through the letters shown on the keyboard
overlay for each key. The letter is entered if you
wait for a short timeout.
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Functional Keyboard (29 Keys; F1-F12)
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Main Keys Functions
Key Function
The SCAN key starts data capture. If enabled, it also wakes
up the mobile computer from low-power (see
on page 77
performs the same function as the SCAN key.
Direct access to F1-F4. If pressed after the Yellow toggle,
these keys enable you to move forwards, backwards,
upwards or downwards within text fields, scroll through a
Menu list or browse among folder files.
Yellow modifier (toggle key): when pressed before a
standard key, it enables the character or function printed in
yellow above the key.
Blue modifier (one shot key): when pressed before a
standard key, it enables the character or function printed in
blue above the key.
The ON/OFF Power button powers the Falcon X4 ON or
OFF. It is placed on the upper left side of the terminal.
). For pistol grip models only, the trigger
Special Function Icons
Icon Function
After a Blue modifier key press, the Start menu key opens the Start
menu.
After a Yellow modifier key press, the File Manager key opens the
file manager.
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DL Buttons
After a Blue modifier key press, the Lock key locks the keyboard.
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A
B
Multitap Function
In the functional keypad the number keys (key 0 excluded) and the
Period key share the following behavior scheme:
A. Function of the key when directly pressed.
B. Modified by the Yellow key, repeated presses cycle
through the letters shown on the keyboard overlay
for each key. The letter is entered if you wait for a
short timeout.
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Resetting the Terminal
There are several reset methods for the Falcon X4.
A warm boot terminates an unresponsive application and clears the
working RAM, but preserves the file system. The Registry is restored
from persistent memory if available or returned to factory default.
A cold boot forces all applications to close, completely reinitializing
the system. It clears the working RAM, but the file system is
preserved. The Registry is restored from persistent memory.
A clean boot restores the Falcon X4 to a clean configuration: both
the Registry and the file system returns to a clean status that
conforms to factory default.
Warm Boot
To perform a warm boot, press and hold the following keys
simultaneously:
Cold Boot
To perform a cold boot, do the following steps:
1. Turn off the Falcon X4 by pressing the ON/OFF Power button.
2. Pull the battery latch down and remove the battery pack.
3. Simultaneously press the SCAN key and the Reset button in the
battery compartment.
4. Insert the battery pack.
5. Turn on the Falcon X4 by pressing the ON/OFF Power button.
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Clean Boot
To perform a clean boot, do the following steps:
1. Perform a Cold Boot (see Cold Boot).
2. Press and hold down the ‘Esc’ + ‘0’ keys simultaneously, promptly
after resetting:
A dialog box will appear asking for confirmation. Press the Enter Key.
Warm Boot Cold Boot Clean Boot
Registry
File System
Restored from
flash
Preserved Preserved
Restored from
flash
Clean configuration
(no user config)
Clean Installation
(no user files)
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LED Indicators
The LEDs illuminate to indicate various functions or errors on the
reader. The following tables list these indications.
LED Status Description
Red Constant Light is solid red while charging.
Charging LED
(left side)
Keyboard LED
(center)
Good Read LED
(right side)
* The Good Read LED has also a "Suspend LED" feature. The decode LED will glow red
when the device begins to suspend, and will turn off when the suspend completes
successfully.
Green Costant
Red Blink Blinking red indicates a charge fault.
Amber Blink
Off Keyboard in primary.
Yellow Constant Yellow alternate key mode.
Blue Constant Blue alternate key mode.
Pink CapsLock enabled.
Red
*
Green
Light is solid green once the charging
process has completed (full charge).
Light is blinking amber when the
device raises a notification to the user.
Light is red from the time the user
presses the scan key (or trigger) until
the barcode is decoded (1D models), or
until the scanner times out (2D imager
models).
Light changes to green when a good
decode is completed.
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Settings
Control Panel
From the Start menu, tap Settings > Control Panel. Below is an
expanded view of the Control Panel showing all of the applets.
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Settings
Data Capture Configuration
Before you start reading barcodes, use the Decoding Properties
window to view and configure all settings for the scanner.
From the control panel main window, double tap the Decoding icon:
Tap Configure and select General, 1D barcode or 2D barcode, then use
the menu or tap the left and right arrow keys to navigate the
different pages of the Decoding Properties window. The menu
options will change to reflect the items most recently selected.
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General Decoding Properties
Tap Configure > General and select the desired configuration from
the options shown in the figure below:
Notification
Use it to set the number, the duration and the interval of
notifications (LED, green spot, beep or vibration) the scanner emits
on a good read.
You can also set the volume and tone of the beeps.
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Good Read
Use it to enable/disable good read notifications (LED, Green Spot,
LED). Drag the Timeout slider to set the maximum amount of time
the scanner attempt to decode after the scan key (or the trigger) is
pressed:
Formatting
Allows to format the barcode text by enabling and configuring the
use of prefix, suffix and data separator.
Scroll the Add special drop-down list to select a special character to
be added in the current cursor position.
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General Options
Select the Label programming enable check box to enable the
scanner to read specific barcodes.
Scroll the Symbology ID drop-down list to select and add a code
identifier prefix or suffix to the barcode string.
AIM ID (Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility) is
an international barcode identifier. When AIM IDs Before is enabled,
the AIM ID is inserted at the beginning of the decoded barcode.
DL ID is a Datalogic specific character identifier.
User ID is a user specific character identifier you can set in the
related symbology settings menu.
Group Separator replacement is a non printable data separator
character (ASCII code 1D hex). Scroll the Group Separator
replacement drop-down list to select a string that will be used as GS
data separator substituting the standard GS character.
Select Remove non-printable characters to remove non-printable
characters from a unicode string.
Use the 1D Inverse drop-down list to enable the scanner to read
inverse 1D barcodes.
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Settings
Decoding Options
Use it to configure the User ID for symbologies, Redundancy and
Aggressive Decoding (if supported by the decoding module). Select a
symbology to view or change the available properties settings.
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Imager Options
It allows to customize the 2D imager behavior. It is only available on
devices equipped with 2D decoding engines.
Enable illumination
If selected, it causes the scanner to turn on the illumination to aid
decoding.
Read from display
It improves capability to read barcodes from LCD screen (e.g.
displayed on smartphone display).
Enable picklist
If selected, it allows you to pick and decode a barcode from multiple
barcodes printed close together, when the scan illumination
intersects more than one barcode. Only the targeted barcode will be
returned.
Target mode
If enabled, when the scan button is pressed, the scanner will project
an aiming pattern to assist in centering over the barcode before
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Settings
scanning. Use the drop-down list to select the desired targeting
behavior:
No Delay
Target mode is disabled.
Target Timeout
Scanning takes place after a programmable time upon pressing the
scan button. Drag the Timeout slider to set the maximum amount of
time the scanner attempt to decode after target timeout.
Release Scan
Scanning takes place after the scan button is released. Drag the
Timeout slider to set the scanning timeout after releasing the scan
button.
Enable target after aiming
It enables aiming before scanning.
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Multi Scan
If enabled, the device goes on scanning until the number of Labels
for good read is reached.
Select Enable indicators for each label to get an intermediate
notification for each label decoded.
Keyboard Wedge
Use it to enable or disable the keyboard wedge for barcode scanner:
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Settings
Symbology Settings
Each barcode symbology can be customized with additional settings
that may affect that specific barcode decoding.
Tap Configure and use the 1D barcode/ 2D barcode drop-down
menus to configure symbology decoding options:
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Refer to the sample symbology control panels for examples of the
types of fields and options you can modify. The sample below shows
the settings of a Code 128 barcode symbology:
Tap the left and right arrow keys to navigate the different pages of
the barcode symbology pages.
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Settings
Decoding Settings
Tap Settings to change symbologies settings or to restore previous
configurations and/or other available default settings.
The settings are saved when you tap Yes. Any change you make is
temporary and will be lost when the system restarts. To save these
settings to a persistent storage, you need to save the Registry using
the Persistent Registry applet in the Control Panel.
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Settings
WCU (Wireless Configuration Utility)
Wireless Configuration Utility (WCU) is a user-mode application that
provides an interface for configuring and operating an installed
wireless network interface card (wireless adapter).
Tap Start > Programs > WLink > WCU to open the WCU screen:
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Settings
Create a New Profile
Select Add from the menu bar and enter information for the SSID,
Security Type and Encryption Type:
Security Type: No Authentication (Open)
Open authentication allows any device to authenticate and then
attempt to communicate with the access point. Using open
authentication, any wireless device can authenticate with the access
point, but the device can communicate only if its Wired Equivalent
Privacy (WEP) keys match the access point's WEP keys.
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Security Type: WPA2-Personal
In case of pre-shared key (PSK) authentication, the access point
sends an unencrypted challenge text string to any device that is
attempting to communicate with the access point. The device that is
requesting authentication encrypts the challenge text and sends it
back to the access point. If the challenge text is encrypted correctly,
the access point allows the requesting device to authenticate.
To create a profile with PSK authentication, follow the steps below:
1. Select the Security Type as WPA2-Personal
2. Select the Encryption Type
3. Enter the password in the Security Key field.
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Security Type: WPA2-Enterprise
This authentication type provides the highest level of security for
your wireless network. By using the Extensible Authentication
Protocol (EAP) to interact with an EAP-compatible RADIUS server, the
access point helps a wireless client device and the RADIUS server to
perform mutual authentication and derive a dynamic unicast WEP
key. The RADIUS server sends the WEP key to the access point, which
uses the key for all unicast data signals that the server sends to or
receives from the client. The access point also encrypts its broadcast
WEP key (which is entered in the access point's WEP key slot 1) with
the client's unicast key and sends it to the client.
To create a profile with EAP authentication, follow the steps below:
1. Select the Security Type as WPA2-Enterprise
2. Select the Encryption Type
3. Tap settings. The PEAP Properties screen appears, where you can
configure connection properties, source of user credentials and
authentication properties (inner method) to be used:
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4. Tap the User Credentials tab to enter the EAP methods user
credentials:
5. Tap the Authentication tab to select the EAP inner method:
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Tap OK to complete:
The new profile now appears in the WCU profile list:
Each EAP profile can be either "Pairwise Master Key Caching (PMK)"
or Opportunistic Key Caching (OKC). By default, OKC radio button is
enabled for each of WLAN profile.
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Edit a Profile
Select a profile in WCU profile list and tap Edit on the navigation
menu bar:
Delete a Profile
Select a profile in WCU profile list and tap Delete on the navigation
menu bar:
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Settings
Connect to a Profile
Select a profile in WCU profile list and tap Connect on the navigation
menu bar. Tap the Status tab to display the connection status:
Disconnect from a Profile
Select a connected profile in WCU profile list and tap Disconnect on
the navigation menu bar. Tap the Status tab to display the
connection status:
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Browse Nearby Wireless Networks
The Browse Nearby Wireless Networks window shows the scan list
entries of the WLAN driver. It is automatically refreshed periodically,
without sending an explicit scan request to driver.
Tap Scan List in the Options menu. A window appears, that shows
all the detected networks.
Connect to/Disconnect from a Network
1. Select a network from the list. Depending on whether or not the
adapter network is connected to that network, the Connect or
Disconnect button on the menu bar will be enabled.
2. Tap Connect or Disconnect.
3. WCU initiates the Create New Profile dialog box if the profile
doesn't exist already.
4. Enter a profile name or leave the default name.
5. Select Security Type and Encryption Type settings for the new
profile (see Create a New Profile on page 56).
6. Tap OK to save the profile and connect the adapter to the
network, or Cancel to return to the current view without saving
the profile.
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Settings
Refresh
Tap Refresh to manually refresh the scan list. Each click on this
button triggers a scan request to driver.
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Settings
Audio Settings
There are two applets that control volume: Audio and Volume &
Sounds.
Audio
The Audio Properties window allows to set the volume for the
speaker, the microphone, the receiver and the headset.
From the control panel main window, double-tap the Audio icon:
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Settings
Volume & Sounds
From the control panel main window, double-tap the Volume &
Sounds icon:
The Volume & Sounds applet configures audio features of all
speakers and headphones.
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Settings
Bluetooth® Manager Device Setup
To create a Bluetooth® pairing between your device and another
device that has Bluetooth® capabilities, ensure that the two devices
are turned on, discoverable, and within close range.
By default, Bluetooth® is turned off. If you turn it on, and
then turn off your device, Bluetooth® also turns off. When
you turn on your device again, Bluetooth® turns on
NOTE
Enable Bluetooth®
To turn the Bluetooth® on:
1. Double-tap the Bluetooth Manager icon from the Control Panel
window:
2. Tap Settings. The Settings tab allows you to enable or disable
the Bluetooth® radio and specify settings for Incoming
Connections. Select Enable Bluetooth Radio.
automatically.
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Settings
3. If you’re going to connect a serial device (i.e. a scanner) to the
Falcon X4, use the Port control to select a virtual COM port to use
for the connection.
4. Tap Find Me if you want to make the Falcon X4 discoverable to
other Bluetooth® devices for 60 seconds, allowing them to set up
a connection. Tap OK on the Find Me pop-up window.
5. Tap Apply.
6. Once the Bluetooth® radio is enabled, the terminal automatically
starts searching for discoverable devices.
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Connect to Other Bluetooth® Devices
1. From the Bluetooth Manager control panel, tap Connections:
2. Search for available Bluetooth® devices by tapping the button
for the type of device you want (Printer, Serial or All) or tap
Discovery > Discover to skip this step. The Falcon X4 will search
for Bluetooth® devices within range.
If you attempt to set up a connection when the Bluetooth®
radio is disabled, you will receive a message reminding
you that the radio is turned off, and asking if you want to
NOTE
turn it on. Tap Yes if you need to enable the Bluetooth®
radio.
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Settings
Icon Service
Dialup Networking
Printer
Object Push (OPP) Object Exchange (OBEX)
ActiveSync
Human Interface Device (HID) - Keyboard
Serial
Personal Area Network (PAN)
Modem
Headset
Handsfree
3. Once searching is complete, Bluetooth® device profiles will be
displayed in the Discovery tab. Flick the list and select a device to
set up a connection and then tap Connect.
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4. Select a service and configure any encryption, authentication, or
virtual port options required by the service selected. Virtual Port
allows you to specify the incoming port, which is used to
communicate serially with an incoming device just as if it were a
physical COM port. This option is available only if you have
selected a Printer or Serial service.
5. To require Authentication, select the Authenticate check box,
then tap OK.
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Settings
6. The Authentication Request dialog box will request that you
enter a PIN. Use the Input Panel or the keyboard to type the PIN.
Tap OK to complete. The dialog box will also appear when an
authentication request is received from another device.
You can also select Encrypt or Authenticate from the
Settings tab of the Bluetooth Manager control panel.
NOTE
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Configure or Unpair Bluetooth® Devices
Once you have set up a pairing, you can view and edit the pairing
settings by double-tapping the paired device from the Connections
tab.
Use the Virtual Port drop-down menu to change the Virtual Port.
Tap Sync to initiate a Sync (available only if the service is an
ActiveSync connection). Tap Delete to remove the device pairing.
1. Tap Settings > Bluetooth.
2. Select a device from the Paired Devices list and tap the settings
icon next to its name. The Paired Bluetooth device window
displays on the screen:
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Settings
Persistent Registry
The Registry stores information that are necessary to configure the
system for applications and hardware devices. The Registry also
contains information that the operating system continually
references to during operation.
To persist the Registry settings between boots, follow the steps
below:
1. From the Control Panel main window, double-tap the Persistent
Registry icon.
2. Tap Persist.
3. Tap OK to exit.
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To change the Persistent Registry timing:
1. From the Persistent Registry window, select a time interval
from the menu.
2. Tap OK to save and exit.
To cancel the Persistent Registry timing:
1. From the Persistent Registry window, deselect the Persist
Registry settings check box
2. Tap OK to save and exit.
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Datalogic Applications
DL Buttons
You can use the DL Buttons tab to associate specific keys, such as
<F1>-<F10>, with specific applications.
From the control panel main window, double tap the DL Buttons
icon to open the DL Buttons tab.
Customize the program hardware buttons to launch your most used
applications. Use the Select a button drop-down menu to select the
button you want to assign a function to, and then select an
application from the Assign a function drop-down menu.
Command Description
Select a Button
New
This drop-down list shows the available function keys to
define. Select the desired one from the list.
Tap to define a new button.
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Command Description
Tap to delete the selected Button. You can only delete the
Delete
Assign a function
Application
Buttons you have added. You cannot delete the following
buttons:
Alt + 6, Left Button, Pistol Trigger, Right
Button
,
Scan
This drop-down list shows the available functions.
Displays the path to the selected application.
.
Browse
Tap to browse for application files. You can associate
an executable program with the specified button.
Type the command-line arguments that are needed for the
Arguments
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specified application. This option is only available when
Launch Application
function
drop-down list.
is selected from the
Assign a
Datalogic Applications
Add a New Button
To define a new button, follow the steps below:
1. Tap New on the DL Buttons tab to open the Add Key text box.
2. Enter the desired key combination.
3. Tap OK to save the new button. Tap X to cancel.
Make sure you do not attempt to add a button that is
already defined.
NOTE
The keyboard wedge can activate assigned buttons
using alphanumeric characters. Barcodes containing
characters associated with assigned buttons will
CAUTION
trigger the action or application assigned to that
button.
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Triggers
Triggers are special customizable buttons that are mapped by
default by DL Buttons. Also, they can be set as wakeup buttons:
Triggers Available Functions
Scan
Pistol Trigger
Barcode: activates the scanner.
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Application Switcher
The application switcher provides the same functionality as the
standard Windows® "Alt + Tab" function. This allows the user to
switch between the various open applications.
The application switcher is activated via an assigned shortcut key
specified in the DL Buttons tab (see Persistent Registry on page 74).
When the assigned button is pressed, the dialog box below is
displayed:
Press the assigned button to cycle through the running applications
when the dialog box is open. Press Enter to switch to the selected
application or Esc to close the application switcher.
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Datalogic Applications
Desktop Configuration Utility (DXU)
Datalogic DXU is a unified device configuration utility and firmware
update utility. DXU can connect directly to the Falcon X4 that
connects either directly to a PC via USB or remotely over a network,
either via Ethernet or Wi-Fi. DXU reports information about currently
connected devices.
DXU can configure a wide variety of device parameters, including the
scanner and most decoding parameters, the touch screen and the
keyboard, interfaces such as NFC, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, and
Ethernet, device settings such as date, time, time zone, and power
management, and security settings such as password access. DXU
can also configure communication parameters between the
application that runs on a PC and the client applications that run on
the device.
DXU offers a method to print out barcodes that Falcon X4 users can
scan to quickly connect to DXU, called Scan2Deploy. DXU also offers
the capability to create barcodes that can completely configure the
device by scanning specific configuration barcodes alone, without
connecting to DXU via USB or via a network. This feature may prove
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helpful for configuring devices that operate in environments that
forbid the use of networked computers.
DXU offers remote control capabilities for remote troubleshooting,
allowing a DXU administrator an opportunity to remotely operate
the device to check settings, configure the device using its own user
interface, and to see what a user sees.
How DXU Works
DXU is really two applications working together. The DXU desktop
application runs on a Windows PC, providing convenient UI to
configure the Falcon X4. An application runs continuously on the
device to extract current configuration settings and send them to
the DXU desktop application, and to receive updated settings from
the DXU desktop application and apply those configuration settings
to the device.
DXU configurations are stored as configuration files on the PC, and
are transmitted to and from the Falcon X4 as XML web pages. XML
is a standard data format that is widely used for a variety of
applications on the internet. Some data is encrypted in the XML file
to protect your sensitive data from prying eyes, but most data which
is not sensitive is transmitted in plain text that can be easily viewed
and analyzed.
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DXU can connect directly to devices that are plugged into your PC via
USB, including those inserted into a powered dock which is
connected to your PC via USB. DXU can also connect to devices on
your network.
Ask your network specialists for more information.
Installation
The DXU desktop application must be installed on a Windows PC.
DXU Agent is already pre-installed on the Falcon X4.
Supported Windows Versions
Windows Vista family
DXU is supported on both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows
Vista.
Windows 7 family
DXU is supported on both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows 7.
Windows 8 family
DXU is supported on both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows 8.
Windows 8.1 family
DXU is supported on both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows 8.1.
Windows 10 family
DXU is supported on both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows 10.
Unsupported Windows Versions
DXU may run on older, unsupported Windows versions, but Datalogic
technical support will not support users who have problems if they
install DXU on Windows versions no longer supported by Microsoft.
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How to Install DXU
1. Copy the installer file to any convenient location on your PC.
2. Launch the installer.
3. If User Access Control (UAC) is enabled on your computer,
authorize the installer to run. (UAC is enabled by default on all
supported Windows operating systems, but it can be disabled by
default. If you do not see this prompt, UAC may have been
disabled.)
4. Follow on-screen prompts to finish installing DXU.
5. Follow on-screen prompts to finish installing Datalogic Device
Support drivers.
Controls
DXU Agent Controls
DXU settings on the device can be configured with the DXU control
panel.
The following options are available in the DXU control panel:
1. Desktop Port number – needs to match setting on DXU Desktop.
Requires warm boot for change to take effect.
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2. Pair – Button to broad case UDP packets to automatic discovery
of device by DXU Desktop.
3. Enable service – when enabled DXU Agent on the device will
function. Requires a warm boot for change to take effect.
Version
This page displays the DXU Agent version number.
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DXU Application Controls
Available Device List and Configuration
The Available Devices list displays devices which are either currently
connected, have been connected since launching DXU, or were
manually connected at some time in the past. You can refresh the
view to automatically show devices or hide devices which connect
while you work on another device. In general, they should appear
automatically as they connect.
By default, No Devices Available will display when no devices
announce themselves to DXU either when they connect via USB or
when they connect over a network. Simply connecting the Falcon X4
to a network, even on the same subnet as the PC running DXU, will
not automatically display as being available. The device must try to
connect to DXU, which sends an announcement packet to DXU. This
can be done by scanning Scan2Deploy barcode labels. However,
connecting a device to the PC running DXU via USB will
automatically display it in DXU. You will need to enter the DXU
control panel on the device and press the Pair button in order to
Automatic Discovery of Devices to properly function.
To configure a connected device, you simply click its button under
Available Devices to load its configuration into DXU.
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To return to the DXU main window, click the Back button (generally, a
leftward pointing arrow in a circle).
Refresh
This button manually refreshes the display of currently connected
devices. This can overcome problems with the automatic display of
devices as they connect, and it can remove devices from the list that
are not currently connected.
Add Device
This button opens the Add Device dialog box which allows you to type
the IP address of a device. This dialog box does not support DNS
naming of devices. You can also use a custom TCP port if you have
configured your device to use one in DXU Agent. For convenience, this
field pre-populates with your PC’s IP subnet. You need only to type in
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the last number of your device’s IP address if it is in the same
subnet as your PC.
This dialog box allows you to manually connect to devices running
DXU Agent that are either inside your PC’s subnet or outside it. The
limitation is that devices on other subnets must be on a subnet that
is routable from your PC’s subnet. Consult with your network expert
for more information.
Once connected, devices that respond to DXU’s query over the
network will display in the Available Devices list.
Load Configuration
Clicking the Load Configuration button opens a standard file dialog
box that allows you to explore for and select a DXU configuration
file. Loading a configuration allows you to edit a device’s
configuration when the device is not connected to DXU. This also
allows you to save copies of this configuration to new locations or
file names, so you can edit a copy of the configuration while leaving
the original configuration unchanged.
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To load a configuration:
1. Click the Load Configuration button.
2. Explore to any folder where DXU configuration files are located,
then select any configuration file you wish. You can double-click
it to streamline opening it.
3. Click the Open button.
Note that the default location is your user directory on your PC, but
DXU remembers the last directory you opened a DXU configuration
file, and always starts in that directory the next time you wish to
open another DXU configuration file.
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Simplified Deploy
DXU desktop can be configured to enable the Datalogic out-of-box
experience Simplified Deploy, using Scan2Deploy. With Simplified
Deploy you can automatically connect your device to the network
and provision it. The Scan2Deploy button on DXU desktop can be
used to print barcodes that allow factory reset (Android) or clean
boot (WEC7) devices to automatically connect to Wi-Fi, update their
firmware, configure the device, and install applications.
In order for Simplified Deploy to function:
• The PC where DXU desktop is installed must be accessible
from the Wi-Fi network.
• There must be a Manifest File, a text file located in the folder
C:\Datalogic\DXUManifests.
• A Simplified Deploy barcode must be generated and printed
using the Scan2Deploy button on DXU desktop.
Manifest File
Manifest Files are text .ini files indicating which firmware versions
to update devices to ([update] tag), which DXU configuration file to
apply ([config] tag), and which .apk (Android) and .cab (WEC7) file
applications to install ([install] tag). It is recommended that [update]
tags be in separate manifest files. You can specify more than one
DXU configuration file to apply and more than one application to
install.
Additionally, you can have more than one active manifest files on
the PC where DXU desktop is installed, each with its’ own Simplified
Deploy Barcode to be used by Scan2Deploy utility on the device. In
this way you can easily have devices provisioned for different tasks.
By default, firmware, configuration files, and applications are
assumed to reside in the C:\Datalogic\DXUManifests folder. If they
don’t, the Manifest File entry must specify the path.
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Manifest File Format
[update]
<name of firmware file with full path on DXU Server PC>
[install]
<name of app1 to install file with full path on DXU
Server PC>
<name of app2 to install file with full path on DXU
Server PC>
...
<name of appN to install file with full path on DXU
Server PC>
[config]
<name of DXU configuration file file with full path on
DXU Server PC>
WEC7 Example
[update] firmware.img
[install] install.cab
C:\Users\DLUser\Documents\Wec7\auto_sync.cab
[config] defaultConfigWec7.dxu
C:\Users\DLUser\Documents\Wec7\my_user.dxu
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