E-Seek M310 Reference Manual

M310 Reference Guide

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July 2010
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M310 Reference Guide

Copyright © 2009 E-Seek Incorporated. All Rights Reserved.

E-Seek reserves the right to make changes to any product to improve reliability, function or design.

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

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patent, covering or relating to any combination, system, apparatus, machine, material method, or process in
which E-Seek products might be used. An implied license only exists for equipment, circuits and subsystems
contained in E-Seek products.

E-Seek and the E-Seek logo are registered trademarks of E-Seek Incorporated. Other product names men­tioned in this Reference Guide may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies
and are hereby acknowledged.

The M310 product is powered by Microsoft Window Embedded CE 6.0 Software.

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Reference Guide

1.0

Introduction

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2.0

Product Specifications

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3.0

Unpacking M310

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4.0

Getting Started

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5.0

Using M310

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6.0

Communications

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7.0

Parts and Accessories

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Index

Introduction

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1.0 Introduction

The M310 introduces a new performance standard for portable ID Card reading. The M310 reads one and two
dimensional (PDF 417) barcodes and 3 Track Magnetic Stripes. A powerful 32 bit processor running Windows
CE 6.0 provides fast and efficient application software development and execution.

The M310 also incorporates a 16.7 millions color TFT with touch screen LCD display along with USB device,
Internal 802.11 Wi-Fi and Bluetooth as standard communication capabilities.

Ideal For:

Bars, Nightclubs, Casinos, Law Enforcement and Access Control. The M310 can be used anywhere your
application requires reading an ID or Drivers’ License with a portable device.

Figures, 1-1, 1-2 and 1-3 illustrate the major modules and components of the M310.

M310 Major Components

Stylus

LED Indicator

Ambient light sensor

Magnetic Stripe

2D & Linear Barcode

Reader

TFT LCD Display

Key Pad

Figure 1-1 Front View

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Handstrap Clip

Rechargeable Battery

Connection Panel

Speaker

Figure 1-2 Back View

Power Jack

USB Port

Reset Button

Figure 1-3 Front End View

2.0 Product Specifications

Processor

Marvell PAX300 Application Processor

Memory

64 MB DDR SDRAM

128 MB NAND Flash ROM Memory

MicroSD Slot (SDHC, up to 16GB)

Input Method

Stylus (with dual side holder)

Key Pads (a power button, 3 function keys & enter key)

Virtual Keyboard (Fast access via function key)

Barcode Reader

2D: PDF417 Linear: CODE 39 & CODE 128

Magnetic Reader

3 Track Magnetic Reader (ANSI, ISO, CDL, AAMVA)

External Interfaces

Power Jack (15 V DC 1.0A)

USB Device Port

MicroSD Slot (SDHC, up to 16GB)

Display

TFT 3.5" QVGA 240x320 / Backlight / Touch Screen

Synchronization

Microsoft ActiveSync on the host computer

Operating System

Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 6.0 (C6G)

Ergonomic Features

Power button for wakeup / Shut down

Touch-Sensitive display for stylus or fingertip

Light sensitive LCD brightness manual / auto control

Battery

A Lithium Ion rechargeable, 7.4V 1800mAh

Indicator(s)

Barcode/Mag reader Beep

Speaker

Dual Color LED for scanning

Dual Color LED for charger/power status.

Dual Color LED for Wi-Fi & Bluetooth.

Communication

WiFi 802.11b/g , Bluetooth / USB Device

Weight

Scanner: 0.94 lb (With Rechargeable Battery)

Cradle: 0.40 lb

Dimensions

6.5" Length x 4.5" Width x 2.2" Height

Operating Environment

Operating Temperature

32 to 104 F (0 to 40 ºC)

Operating Humidity

10% to 90% (non-condensing)

Regulatory

Comply with FCC & IC rules

Power Supply

Output 15V DC 1.0A / Input 100-240V 50-60 Hz

Product Specifications

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Unpacking M310

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3.0 Unpacking M310

The M310 package includes:

M310 Device

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Battery Pack (not installed)

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Power Supply

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USB Cable

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Stylus Pen

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Hand Strap

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Cradle (Optional)

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Power Supply

The AC/DC power supply provide battery charging capability from AC power outlet. AC/DC power supply
allows the M310 to operate from while charging.
The power cord plugs into the power jack.

Figure 3-1 Power Supply

USB Cable

The M310 is provided with a USB interface cable. This cable allows the M310 to interface with standard
USB port on your computer.
Attach this cable to a USB port on your computer and to the mini USB connector on the M310.

Figure 3-2 Cable

Figure 3-2 USB Cable

When the M310 is connected to a computer via USB Cable, the M310 battery will not be
charging.

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Stylus

The Stylus is for entering information into the M310 from the touchscreen display and to make selections
under operating system or application program control.

Figure 3-3 Stylus

Hand Strap

The Hand Strap is supplied as a standard item.

Cradle (Optional)

The cradle can be ordered as an optional item.

Figure 3-4 Cradle

For more information please go to www.e-seek.com/m310.asp

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4.0 Getting Started

Insert Battery

The M310 is shipped with a rechargeable battery pack.
Insert the battery so that the battery connectors align with the M310 battery connectors.

Figure 4-1 Placing The Battery

Charging the Battery

M310 Battery can be charged in two ways:
A - Charge using external power supply.
B - Charge using cradle unit.

A - Charge using external power supply

Connect the AC/DC power supply to the M310 power jack, look for the LED indictor to be orange in color.
When the LED indicator changes color to green, the battery is fully charged and the M310 is ready for
use.

Figure 4-2 Charge Battery

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B - Charge using cradle unit

First connect power supply to back of cradle, then place your device on the cradle and begin charging.
When the LED indicator changes from orange to green, the battery is fully charged and the M310 is ready
for use.

Figure 4-3 Charge with Cradle

DO NOT TURN ON or connect the M310 to the computer at this time.
Charging the battery fully can take up to four hours.

For replacing or additional batteries please contact E-SEEK or your dealer.

Power the Unit ON

Press the Power button (Red) to turn the unit ON. You will see the Splash Screen, Figure 4-5, it will stay
until completion of the progress bar.

Power Button

Figure 4-4 Power Button

Figure 4-5 Splash Screen

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Setting Windows CE Date and Time

When the Windows CE desktop comes on, for the first time, The Date/Time screen will appear for initial
settings (Figure 4-6). If the Date/Time screen does not appear, then check the clock windows to confirm
the correct time setting (Figure 4-7).
You can always open Date/Time properties window by tap on the clock window (Figure 4-7) or go to:

Start > Settings > Control panel > Date/Time

Set the Date/Time and Time Zone then click OK button located at top of your screen (Figure 4-6).

Figure 4-6 Date/Time Properties Window

Use stylus from its storage slot at the head of the device.

Figure 4-7 Window

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Recalibrate the Stylus (Optional)

This is an optional procedure for recalibrating your touch screen. If you feel there is a shift be­tween the touch point and the curser, then follow the recalibration process by going to:

Start > Settings > Control panel > Stylus

From Stylus Properties select Calibration tab located at right on your screen next start the
process by pressing the Recalibration button. (Figure 4-8).

Figure 4-8 Start to Calibrate

Follow the instructions on screen. (Figure 4-9).

Figure 4-9 Calibration

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Icon Name Description

Bluetooth Manager Launches the Bluetooth application.

Network Connection Set up your device connection type such as Dial up or Direct connection.

PC Connection To enable direct connection to the desktop computer.

WiFi and Bluetooth Setup wireless network connection and customize settings.

Icon Name Description

Input Panel Set options for each of the input methods

Lock Set a password for the M310 device.

Owner Enter personal information on the M310 device

Function Key

Assign an application to a key to open a frequently used application by pressing
one key.

Volume and Sound

Enable sounds for events, notifications, and more, and set the type of notification
for different events.

Stylus Set stylus properties for the M310 device

Using M310

5.0 Using M310

Personal Tab Icons

Connection Tab Icons

System Tab Icons

Icon Name Description

Stylus To re-calibrate the screen and check the tab.

System Information

This is where you can see basic information such as the M310 device version
number or Serial number.

Backlight Set the backlight and adjust brightness.

Certification See information about certificates that are installed on the M310 device.

Date/Time Set the device clock to the date and time of your locale.

Display

Change background image and set backlight to turn off automatically to save
battery life.

Remove programs To remove a program.

Power

Check the remaining battery power. You can also set the timeout for turning off the
display.

Regional setting

Set the regional configuration to use, including the format for displaying numbers,
currency, date, and time.

System Displays the M310 software and Memory information.

Internet Option Configure your Internet display and connection setting.

Dialing Configure your telephone dialing rules.

Store Manager Enables viewing of memory allocations.

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Icon

Description

External power is connected without a battery unit.

External power is connected and charging the battery unit.

M310's battery is getting low. Typically below 35% of remaining power.

M310's battery has been fully or nearly discharged.

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Check the Battery Power

To check the remaining battery power, go to Start > Settings > Control panel > Power Properties or
use the stylus pen and tap on the battery icon on the bottom of screen.

Figure 5-1 Check Battery Power

Battery charge icon only displayed when external power is connected.

Figure 5-2 External Power Connected

When M310’s battery is at normal or full charge, no battery icon is displayed.

Display your M310 Software Version

Software and hardware revision number are located in System Information.
Go to:
Start > Setting > Control Panel > System Information

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Figure 5-3 System Information Icon

Figure 5-4 System Information

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Keypad

The Keypad has 3 function keys, Power and Enter Button.

Figure 5-5 Keyboard

Using Function keys

There are 3 function keys labeled as F1, F2 and F3.

The F1 key is preset to display “My Device”.

The F2 key is preset to display “Control Panel”.

The F3 key is preset to display and hide the “virtual Keyboard” on the screen.

Assign the Function Key

To assign these keys to your desire command go to: Start > Setting > Control Panel > Function Key.

Figure 5-6 Assign F1 or F2 keys

Select / Type your desired associated program path to assign it to F1 or F2 key.
To set it back to default setting, use a Default button. The default button will restore the factory settings
back to each function keys.
The clear button will erase all associated paths. If you keep the paths clear the function key will be
disable.

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Setting Up the LCD Backlight

Screen brightness affect battery life. Dim the screen to extend the battery recharge time, or use the
auto control. M310 Backlight intensity can be adjusted in two ways:

A - Manual
B - Auto control

A - Manual

To setup backlight intensity to a fixed desire brightness go to:

Start > Setting > Control Panel > Backlight

Manual setting is done by the brightness bar (Figure 5-7).

Slide the bar to left/right or by pressing keys.

Figure 5-7 LCD Backlight Setting

B - Auto

Auto Backlight control will disable the brightness bar and adjust the LCD brightness automatically to the
rooms light.

Setting Up the LCD Power Saving (Screen Saver)

M310 backlight power saving can be programmed from: Start > Setting > Control Panel > Display

Choose the third tab “Backlight“, Once the unit goes to Idols after a programed time, the backlight will
switch to Dim brightness. (Dim is a lowest brightness value)

Figure 5-8 LCD Power Saving (Screen saver)

The Backlight intensity can be restored to normal by a tap on screen.

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Setting the Password

Use the password properties to request a password before editing a profile and to disable unauthorized
access to device. By default, M310 doesn’t require password to access it.
To configure a password for your M310, go to:

Start > Setting > Control Panel > Password

Double tap password, then type your password and confirm password boxes, and tap OK.

Figure 5-9 Set the Password

If you want to Enable password protection on power ON or resume from suspend, check box to select it,
and then tap OK.

To disable password you must clear the password box and tap OK.

Using Virtual Keyboard

The input panel simulates a virtual keyboard and it can be display by:
A - Press F3 function key.
B - Tap on keyboard icon on bottom of screen.

The F3 function key can selectively display and hide the input panel.
At anytime the F3 function key can be pressed, to enter data.

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Figure 5-10 Keyboard short cut

The input panel properties can be changed from:

Start > Setting > Control panel > Input Panel.

Volume & Sound

To set the event sounds and volume options, go to Start > Settings > Control Panel > Volume &
Sounds.

Figure 5-11 Volume & Sound

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LED Indicator

M310 incorporates three LED indicators. These LED’s are assigned to the following functions:

A - Scan Status LED. This LED indicates barcode scanner status.

Red color means scanner is in use or processing the read.
Green color means scanner is awake and ready to use.

B - Wireless Status LED. This LED indicates the status of wireless connectivity.

Green color means the WiFi 802.11 is enabled.
Blue color means the Bluetooth is enabled.

C - Power Status LED. This LED indicates the status of battery charging.

Orange color means the external power is connected and battery is charging.
Green color means the external power is connected and battery is fully charged.

Scanner

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Wireless

Power

Figure 5-12 LED

Resetting M310

The Reset Button is located in front of M310 connection panel. The Reset Button can be used in case of a
Program Error which has caused the unit to hang or lock up.

Reset Button

Using the tip of your stylus is an easy way to reach and press the reset button.

Figure 5-13 Reset Button

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Using M310

Barcode Reader

Figure 5-14 Barcode Reader

The M310 2D / 1D Barcode Scanner is designed to read and decode PDF417 Code / Code 39 and
Code 128 Barcodes. A government issued ID Cards such as Driver’s Licences or standard ISO Cards can
be read from the middle opening narrow. (Figure 5-14)
Scanning the barcode is as simple as inserting the ID card and then removing it in one complete motion.
The scan engine LED will turn to Red during the reading and decoding process. If card is successfully
read, the LED turns to Green followed by a beep sound. The decoded information will be passed to the
application software via COM 2.

Magnetic Stripe Reader

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Figure 5-15 Magnetic Stripe Reader

The M310 also provides the abilities to read and decode information from any card with a magnetic stripe.
The reader provides full three track reading capabilities. Simply swipe the card through the Magstripe
reader as shown in Figure 5-15. The reader is bidirectional, so the card maybe swiped in either direction.
The scan engine LED will turn to Red during the reading and decoding process. If card is successfully
read, the LED turns to Green followed by a beep sound. The decoded information will be passed to the
application software via COM 2.

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How to Remove the Battery Pack

To remove the battery pack, first push the release button and lift the upper corners of the battery.
One battery pack is supplied with each M310 unit and could be purchased separately as a spare or to
replace to old set. To order the new battery pack contact E-SEEK or your dealer and ask for part number
BP-7V4-1A8.

Figure 5-16 Battery installation

Using M310

Adding a microSD Card (Flash Memory)

You can use an optional microSD media card to extend the storage memory available on your M310
device. The microSD card can be used to install your application files as well as storing media files.
To add a microSD card follow these steps:

1 - Slide the release button for the battery (See Removing the battery on Page 22). Remove the
battery.
2 - Directly under the battery release button is the microSD holder, check for abstractions.
3 - Slid the microSD card into the slot opening (The microSD contact is face down).
4 - Place back the battery pack.

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The M310 unit accepts both standard microSD and high density (SDHC) types. It can support a
capacity up to 16GB of storage.

Figure 5-17 Flash Memory

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Communication

6.0 Communications

Connecting your M310 device to a host computer or network can be done via of the following methods:
A - USB Port using a USB (type A) to mini USB (type B) cable.
B - WiFi 802.11 wireless communication.
C - Bluetooth wireless communication.

USB

A USB Cable is include with each unit (part number MO-USB-107), this cable enables the communica­tion between the M310 and host computer. The most common method to connected to PC is Active Sync.

Activesync

What can be done in the Active Sync?
A - Copy Files
B - Windows Explorer
C - View File
D - New Folder
E - Programs

To download and install Activesync, visit the Microsoft website (for windows XP users):

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/en-us/help/synchronize/device-synch.mspx

After finishing installation, connect the cable to mini USB and PC. To Microsoft Active Sync setting go to:

Start > Program > Microsoft Active Sync

Windows 7 and Vista include newer version of Activesync called: Windows Mobile Device
Center.

WiFi

(Wireless local area networks (WLAN) based
on the IEEE 802.11b/g)
First you need to enable your WiFi wireless
communication to connect your M310 to a
network:

1 - Go to Start > Setting > Control Panel >
WiFi & Bluetooth Manager.

Figure 6-1 will be at screen.

2 - Click the ON button to turn ON the WiFi.
(The WiFi LED will turn to green)

Figure 6-1 Wi-Fi Setting

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3 - After turning on the WiFi you need to setup the new wireless connection. If this is your first time turning
the WiFi ON the wireless information windows will automatically appears.

4 - Figure 6-2 will show on the screen. Tap on Add New or select from a list of available networks,
followed by wireless properties screen. Enter your wireless information and tap OK at top right corner of
page.

Figure 6-2 Wi-Fi Setting

Figure 6-3 Wi-Fi Setting

5 - Now you can see the network connection Icon on Taskbar. You are done.

WiFi Connection icon

Figure 6-4 Wi-Fi Setting

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Communication

Bluetooth Connection

Go to Start > Setting > Control Panel > Bluetooth

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