HandHeld 7200 User Manual

Dolphin® 7200
Mobile Computer
User’s Guide
Disclaimer
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Table of Contents

1
Chapter 1 - Introduction
Safety...................................................................................................................................................1-2
Required Safety Labels.................................................................................................................1-2
Canadian Notice............................................................................................................................1-3
CDRH Laser Safety Statement: 7200 Batch.................................................................................1-3
EN 60825-1 Laser Safety Statement.............................................................................................1-3
Regulatory and Safety Agency Approvals ..........................................................................................1-4
Batteries ........................................................................................................................................1-4
Care and Cleaning of the Dolphin.......................................................................................................1-4
Chapter 2 - Getting Started
About the Dolphin 7200 ......................................................................................................................2-1
Accessories for the Dolphin ................................................................................................................2-1
Dolphin 7200 Models..........................................................................................................................2-3
Dolphin 7200 Batch Terminal.......................................................................................................2-3
Dolphin 7200 RS-232 Terminal....................................................................................................2-3
Dolphin 7200 2D Terminal...........................................................................................................2-3
Bar Code Symbologies Supported.......................................................................................................2-4
Using Dolphin for the First Time ........................................................................................................2-4
Inserting the Battery Pack.............................................................................................................2-5
Removing the Battery Pack...........................................................................................................2-5
Turning the Dolphin On................................................................................................................2-5
Turning the Dolphin Off ...............................................................................................................2-6
Chapter 3 - Dolphin 7200 Basics
System Features...................................................................................................................................3-1
CPU...............................................................................................................................................3-1
Disk Drives ...................................................................................................................................3-1
Front Panel Features............................................................................................................................3-1
Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs)......................................................................................................3-1
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) ......................................................................................................3-1
Speaker..........................................................................................................................................3-1
Using the Alphanumeric Keypad ........................................................................................................3-2
Alphanumeric Key Combinations for Functions and Special Characters.....................................3-3
Using the Numeric Keypad .................................................................................................................3-4
Key Combinations for Functions and Special Characters ............................................................3-5
Entering Alpha and Special Characters ........................................................................................3-5
Display Symbols..................................................................................................................................3-5
Battery Charging Symbol..............................................................................................................3-5
Keyboard Mode.............................................................................................................................3-6
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Back Panel Features.............................................................................................................................3-6
Laser Engine .................................................................................................................................3-7
Image Engine ................................................................................................................................3-7
Lanyard Eyelet for Optional Wrist Strap......................................................................................3-7
Battery Well..................................................................................................................................3-7
Reset Switch..................................................................................................................................3-7
Infrared Communications Port......................................................................................................3-7
Battery Charging Contacts............................................................................................................3-7
Maintaining the Dolphin's Batteries....................................................................................................3-8
Internal NiMH Backup Battery.....................................................................................................3-8
NiMH Battery Pack.......................................................................................................................3-8
Resetting the Dolphin Terminal ........................................................................................................3-10
Chapter 4 - Dolphin 7200 RS-232
About Dolphin 7200 RS-232...............................................................................................................4-1
Cables ..................................................................................................................................................4-1
Charging the Battery Through the RS-232 Port..................................................................................4-1
Sending and Receiving Data................................................................................................................4-2
Chapter 5 - Dolphin 7200 2D Mobile Computer
About the Dolphin 7200 2D Mobile Computer...................................................................................5-1
Supported Symbologies.......................................................................................................................5-1
Reading Barcodes................................................................................................................................5-2
Capturing Images.................................................................................................................................5-3
Lighting Conditions.............................................................................................................................5-3
Dolphin 7200 2D Demo Software.......................................................................................................5-3
Re-Installing the Dolphin 7200 Demo Applications.....................................................................5-3
Dolphin Demo Main Screen .........................................................................................................5-4
F1 - Decoding Demo.....................................................................................................................5-4
F2 - Imaging Demo.......................................................................................................................5-5
F3 - I.Q. Imaging Demo................................................................................................................5-5
Chapter 6 - Dolphin OS and System Development Software
Installation ...........................................................................................................................................6-1
Default Installation Directories.....................................................................................................6-1
Help File, Document and Utility Icons................................................................................................6-2
Dolphin Utilities ..................................................................................................................................6-3
BMP2LCD.EXE ...........................................................................................................................6-3
BURN.EXE...................................................................................................................................6-3
DCOMM2.EXE - Dolphin File Transfer Utility...........................................................................6-3
DWIZARD.EXE (Dolphin Upgrade Wizard)...............................................................................6-4
HBCFG.EXE - HomeBase Configuration Utility.........................................................................6-4
STL.EXE.......................................................................................................................................6-5
YX.EXE........................................................................................................................................6-5
ZZZ.EXE.......................................................................................................................................6-6
ROM Image...................................................................................................................................6-6
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Dolphin Application Development......................................................................................................6-7
Compiling Applications for the Dolphin ......................................................................................6-7
Sample Applications .....................................................................................................................6-7
Building the Samples...........................................................................................................................6-8
Compiling the Sample Programs ..................................................................................................6-8
Transferring Files to or from the Dolphin Terminal............................................................................6-9
For a sample, see YX.EXE on page 6-5. ......................................................................................6-9
Sending a File to the Dolphin .......................................................................................................6-9
Sending a File From Dolphin to Your PC.....................................................................................6-9
Sending Files at a Higher Rate......................................................................................................6-9
Using the Dolphin File Transfer Program and YX in Menu Mode ............................................6-10
Dolphin EVS Engine .........................................................................................................................6-11
Dolphin ROM Image and Bootloader ...............................................................................................6-11
Upgrading the Dolphin ROM Image ..........................................................................................6-11
Upgrading the Dolphin Bootloader ...................................................................................................6-12
Chapter 7 - Troubleshooting
Dolphin Terminal and HomeBase.......................................................................................................7-1
Troubleshooting with Dolphin 7200-2D .............................................................................................7-2
Chapter 8 - Dolphin HomeBase
Hub of the System ...............................................................................................................................8-1
Battery Management.....................................................................................................................8-1
IrDA Optical Communications.....................................................................................................8-1
Convenient Storage.......................................................................................................................8-1
Dolphin 7200 HomeBase Parts and Functions....................................................................................8-2
Front Panel....................................................................................................................................8-2
Back Panel.....................................................................................................................................8-3
Side Panels...........................................................................................................................................8-4
Main Communications Port ..........................................................................................................8-4
Multi-HomeBase Port ...................................................................................................................8-4
Charging Batteries in the Dolphin 7200 HomeBase ...........................................................................8-5
Charging a Dolphin Terminal .......................................................................................................8-5
Charging an Additional NiMH Battery Pack................................................................................8-6
Deep-Cycling the Battery....................................................................................................................8-6
Communications..................................................................................................................................8-6
Setting up the Dolphin HomeBase ......................................................................................................8-7
Connecting the Cables ..................................................................................................................8-7
Setting the Configuration Switches...............................................................................................8-7
Setting the Baud Rate....................................................................................................................8-8
Configuring a Single Dolphin 7200 HomeBase..................................................................................8-8
Version Number............................................................................................................................8-8
Baud Rate Selection......................................................................................................................8-8
Creating a Dolphin 7200 HomeBase Network....................................................................................8-9
How to Daisy Chain the Dolphin HomeBases..............................................................................8-9
Programming Commands .............................................................................................................8-9
Communicating with the Dolphin Terminal......................................................................................8-11
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Chapter 9 - Compact HomeBase
Hub of the System ...............................................................................................................................9-1
Battery Management.....................................................................................................................9-1
IrDA Optical Communications.....................................................................................................9-1
Convenient Storage.......................................................................................................................9-1
Dolphin 7200 Compact HomeBase Parts and Functions.....................................................................9-2
Front Panel...........................................................................................................................................9-2
Back Panel...........................................................................................................................................9-3
Bottom Panel .......................................................................................................................................9-4
Baud Rate Switches ......................................................................................................................9-4
Powering the Dolphin Terminal ..........................................................................................................9-4
Charging a Dolphin Terminal..............................................................................................................9-5
Deep-Cycling Batteries........................................................................................................................9-5
Mounting the Dolphin 7200 Compact HomeBase ..............................................................................9-5
Desk Mounting:.............................................................................................................................9-5
Wall Mounting:.............................................................................................................................9-6
Setting Up for Communications..........................................................................................................9-8
Setting up the Dolphin Compact HomeBase.......................................................................................9-8
Connecting the Cables ..................................................................................................................9-8
Communicating with the Dolphin Terminal........................................................................................9-9
Chapter 10 - Dolphin Vehicle Base
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................10-1
Basic Features....................................................................................................................................10-1
Bottom Panel .....................................................................................................................................10-1
Setting Up the Dolphin VehicleBase ..........................................................................................10-1
Connecting The Serial Cable ......................................................................................................10-1
Supplying Power to the Dolphin VehicleBase............................................................................10-2
Selecting the Baud Rate..............................................................................................................10-2
Side Panel Features............................................................................................................................10-3
Inserting the Dolphin Terminal into the VehicleBase.......................................................................10-4
Charging Batteries in the VehicleBase..............................................................................................10-4
Battery Temperatures..................................................................................................................10-4
Cables for the VehicleBase................................................................................................................10-5
Standard Serial Cable..................................................................................................................10-5
Making Your Own Cable............................................................................................................10-5
Chapter 11 - Dolphin MultiCharger
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................11-1
Basic Features .............................................................................................................................11-1
Intelligent Battery Charging........................................................................................................11-1
Top Panel...........................................................................................................................................11-2
Setting Up the Dolphin MultiCharger ...............................................................................................11-2
Supplying Power to the Dolphin MultiCharger..........................................................................11-2
Inserting the Dolphin Battery Pack.............................................................................................11-3
Charging Batteries in the Dolphin MultiCharger ..............................................................................11-3
Battery Temperatures..................................................................................................................11-3
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Servicing the Battery Pack ................................................................................................................11-3
Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................11-4
Declaration of Conformity.................................................................................................................11-5
Chapter 12 - Customer Support
Product Service and Repair ...............................................................................................................12-1
Online Product Service and Repair Assistance...........................................................................12-2
Technical Assistance .........................................................................................................................12-2
Online Technical Assistance.......................................................................................................12-2
Limited Warranty ..............................................................................................................................12-3
Appendix A - Technical Specifications
Dolphin 7200 Terminal Specifications...............................................................................................A-1
Appendix B - Bar Code Samples
Code 39 (Code 3 of 9)..................................................................................................................B-1
Code 128 ...................................................................................................................................... B-1
UPC-A.......................................................................................................................................... B-1
Interleave 2 of 5 (I2of5)...............................................................................................................B-1
Appendix C - Decoding Demo Menu Layout
2D Decoding Demo Diagram.............................................................................................................C-1
2D Decoding Demo Screen Shots ...................................................................................................... C-2
Setup Menu .................................................................................................................................. C-2
Display Options Menu ................................................................................................................. C-2
Symbologies.................................................................................................................................C-2
Decoding Options .......................................................................................................................C-3
Decode Mode...............................................................................................................................C-3
Centering Window.......................................................................................................................C-4
ALD Window ..................................................................................................................................... C-5
Appendix D - IQ Imaging Test Target Appendix E - GS-DOS Commands
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Internal Commands Supported by GS-DOS....................................................................................... E-1
HELP............................................................................................................................................ E-1
BREAK........................................................................................................................................ E-1
CALL ........................................................................................................................................... E-1
CD (CHDIR)................................................................................................................................ E-2
CLS .............................................................................................................................................. E-2
COPY........................................................................................................................................... E-2
CTTY ........................................................................................................................................... E-2
DATE........................................................................................................................................... E-2
DEL (ERASE or ERA) ................................................................................................................ E-2
DELAY........................................................................................................................................ E-2
DIR............................................................................................................................................... E-2
ECHO........................................................................................................................................... E-3
EXIT............................................................................................................................................. E-3
GOTO........................................................................................................................................... E-3
IF.................................................................................................................................................. E-3
MD (MKDIR) .............................................................................................................................. E-3
PATH ........................................................................................................................................... E-3
PAUSE......................................................................................................................................... E-3
PROMPT...................................................................................................................................... E-4
RD (RMDIR) ............................................................................................................................... E-4
REM............................................................................................................................................. E-4
REBOOT...................................................................................................................................... E-4
REN.............................................................................................................................................. E-4
SHIFT........................................................................................................................................... E-4
SET............................................................................................................................................... E-4
SHIFT........................................................................................................................................... E-5
SYNC........................................................................................................................................... E-5
TIME............................................................................................................................................ E-5
TRUENAME ............................................................................................................................... E-5
TYPE............................................................................................................................................ E-5
VER.............................................................................................................................................. E-5
VERIFY ....................................................................................................................................... E-5
VOL ............................................................................................................................................. E-5
Appendix F - Declarations of Conformity
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Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Dolphin 7200 mobile computer! You have made a wise choice in selecting the Dolphin 7200, a device known worldwide for its ergonomic shape, light weight,
versatility and single-handed data collection features.
Ergonomics
The patented shape allows true, one-handed operation and fits either hand comfortably. Built to last, the Dolphin's ruggedly built case houses a 386 microprocessor and DOS operating system that is easily programmable with standard programming tools like Microsoft Visual C/C++, Borland C/C++, or Visual Basic.
Durability
Dolphin is one of the most durable devices available, and is designed to withstand repeated five-foot drops onto a concrete floor. It also resists extreme temperatures, humidity levels and dust conditions.
Features
The Dolphin's basic features include long-lasting Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries, a large, easy-to-read 8 line x 20 character backlit display that can display text or graphics, a natural scan and viewing angle, and two keypad options.
Multiple Configurations
The multiple configurations available for the Dolphin 7200 make it one of the most versatile terminals in the automatic data collection industry. The terminal may be equipped with a scan engine capable of reading all standard bar code symbologies.
The Dolphin 7200 RS-232 terminal features a micro-DB9 RS-232 for serial data input/output and charging in addition to the infrared port.
The Dolphin 7200-2D terminal comes available with the IMAGETEAM™ 4250 Image Engine, a low power, high-resolution digital image engine for omni-directional and auto-discrimination reading and decoding of linear barcodes, stacked linear (PDF417) and 2D matrix codes. The image engine functions like a digital camera and also provides Optical Character Recognition (OCR) functionality.
Load up the Dolphin with your custom software application and the ultimate data collection solution for your business fits in the palm of your hand.
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Safety

The Dolphin 7200 handheld computer/bar code scanner meets or exceeds the requirements of all applicable standards organizations for safe operation. However, as with any electrical equipment, the best way to ensure safe operation is to know the possible risks. The following safety guidelines are designed to protect both you and others around you. Please read them carefully before using your Dolphin.

Required Safety Labels

Dolphin 7200 terminals use a low power Visible Laser to scan bar codes. Short-term exposure to CDRH Class II laser light is not known to be harmful. As with any bright light source, such as the sun, you should avoid direct eye exposure.
Locations
The following are required safety labels, as they should appear on the back panel of the Dolphin 7200:
Label for Laser Batch Terminals Label for Dolphin 7200-2D Terminals
Product ID Label
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Statement of Agency Compliance
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Class A Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Caution: Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hand Held Products may void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Note: To maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations, cables connected to this device must be shielded cables, in which the cable shield wire(s) have been grounded (tied) to the connector shell.

Canadian Notice

This equipment does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions as described in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de la classe A prescrites dans le Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le ministere des Communications du Canada.

CDRH Laser Safety Statement: 7200 Batch

This product complies with US DHHS 21 CFR J Part 1040.10. This product is a CLASS II LASER PRODUCT with a maximum output of 1.0 mW at 670 nanometers and continuous wave.

EN 60825-1 Laser Safety Statement

This product is classified as a CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT with a maximum output of 1.0 mW at 670 nanometers per EN 60825­1:1994, Issue 2, June 1997.
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Regulatory and Safety Agency Approvals

Parameter Specification
U.S.A. FCC Part 15, Class A Canada IEC 0003 Europe EN 55022 (CISPR22) Class A
EN 55024
The CE mark on the product indicates that the system has been tested to and conforms with the provisions noted within the 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive and the 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive.
For further information please contact:
Hand Held Products, Inc. 5627 BT Eindhoven The Netherlands
Hand Held Products shall not be liable for use of our product with equipment (i.e., power supplies, personal computers, etc.) that is not CE marked and does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive.

Batteries

• Use only the battery supplied with your Dolphin or a replacement battery supplied, recommended, or approved by Hand Held Products.
• Replace a defective battery immediately as it could damage the Dolphin terminal.
• Never throw a used battery in the trash. It contains heavy metals and should be recycled according to local guidelines.
• Don't short-circuit a battery or throw it into a fire. It can explode and cause severe personal injury.
• Excessive discharge damages a battery. Recharge the battery when your Dolphin indicates low battery power.
• Although your battery can be recharged many times, it will eventually be depleted. Replace it after the recommended usage period (about 500 charge cycles for the 1500 mAh NiMH battery) or if the battery does not hold a charge.
• If you are not sure the battery or charger is working properly, please send it to Hand Held Products or an authorized Hand Held Products service center, for inspection.
The Dolphin handheld computer/bar code scanner meets or exceeds all applicable standards and has been manufactured to the highest level of quality.

Care and Cleaning of the Dolphin

When needed, clean the laser engine window and the LCD display with a clean non-abrasive, lint-free cloth.
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Getting Started

About the Dolphin 7200

The Dolphin is a handheld computer and imager/bar code scanner with a 386 33 MHz microprocessor that runs with GS-DOS and is PC-compatible and is designed for easy, single-handed data collection.

Accessories for the Dolphin

The Dolphin 7200 is part of a data collection system that includes accessories specifically designed for vehicle, desktop and hub operations. Accessories available include serial and networkable communications/charging cradles, serial communications/ charging cables, desktop "gang chargers" and vehicle mounted charging/communication cradles.
You can use these accessories with the Dolphin:
Dolphin HomeBase
Dolphin Compact HomeBase
Dolphin HomeBase Power Adapter
Dolphin MultiCharger™
Charges one Dolphin terminal and one extra battery pack in its auxiliary batter well; includes power adapter for proper current.
For more information, see Dolphin HomeBase on page 8-1. For more information, see Compact HomeBase on page 9-1.
Replacement power adapter for Dolphin HomeBase.
Note: Use only power adapters approved for use by Hand Held
Products. Failure to do so may result in improper operation or damage to the unit.
10-slot battery charger designed specifically for Dolphin NiMH battery packs that charges and reconditions 10 batteries in under four hours. Supports 90-264V.
For more information, see Dolphin MultiCharger on page 11-1.
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Dolphin VehicleBase
Battery charging and/or communications cradle designed for in-transit applications. Mounted inside a vehicle, this cradle provides connectivity to any RS-232 serial device including printers, radio modems, GPS, on-board computers and vehicle monitoring systems.
For more information, see Dolphin Vehicle Base on page 10-1.
Wrist Strap for Dolphin
Holster
NiMH Battery Pack
Communication/Charging Cable for
Dolphin 7200 RS-232
6' RS-232 Serial Cable
A convenient way to carry the Dolphin.
Note: Lanyard ring for attaching strap not available with the
Dolphin 7200 RS-232.
Another convenient way to carry the Dolphin. Available in leather or cordura, a rugged synthetic fabric.
Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) 3.6V rechargeable battery for the Dolphin. For more information, see Dolphin MultiCharger on page 11-1.
Connects the Dolphin 7200 RS-232 terminal directly to host computer using micro-DB9 to DB9 serial cable, and recharges the battery using the Universal Power Adapter PS9U-11.
Connects the Dolphin HomeBase to your desktop PC.
Note: Use your Dolphin only with accessories supplied, recommended or approved by Hand Held Products, Inc. Use of non-
approved accessories can be dangerous and will invalidate any warranty or liability claims.
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Dolphin 7200 Models

Hand Held Product's family of Dolphin 7200 handheld portable data collection terminals includes these models:

Dolphin 7200 Batch Terminal

The Dolphin 7200 Batch terminal is a DOS programmable handheld computer/bar code scanner with a unique, ergonomic shape designed for single-handed use. The basic terminal has 2MB RAM and 8MB FLASH EEPROM memory. It also features an IrDA infrared transceiver for data communications.
Options
• 36-key alphanumeric keypad or 20-key numeric keypad with shifted alpha characters
• Standard High Performance, Long-Range or High Density scan engines
• 2 MB RAM with 8 MB non-volatile FLASH memory (expandable to 16 MB on Dolphin 7200 Batch only)
• No scan engine (manual entry only)
• Integrated image engine
• Micro-DB9 RS-232 serial port

Dolphin 7200 RS-232 Terminal

The Dolphin 7200 RS-232 terminal is identical to the Dolphin 7200 Batch terminal except that it features a micro-DB9 RS-232 port on the back panel for serial data input/output and charging.

Dolphin 7200 2D Terminal

The Dolphin 7200 2D terminal is identical to the Dolphin 7200 Batch terminal with IQ Imaging™. IQ Imaging offers a suite of features to increase productivity when reading all major linear, stacked linear (PDF417), and matrix bar code symbologies, OCR
fonts, and performing image capture. IQ Imaging features the IMAGETEAM digital image engine for omni-directional and auto-discrimination reading and decoding.
4250 Image Engine, a low power, high-resolution
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Bar Code Symbologies Supported

1D Linear Codes: Code 3 of 9, Interleaved 2 of 5, Code 11, MSI, UPC A, UPC EO, UPC EI, EAN/EAN13, Codabar,
2D Codes: PDF417, microPDF, Maxicode, Datamatrix, Aztec, QR Code, Code 49 Composite Codes: RSS-14, CODABLOCK, AZTEC MESA OCR Codes: OCR A and OCR B Postal Codes: Postnet and most international 4 state codes, PLANET CODE, BPO 4 STATE, CANADIAN 4 STATE,
Code 128, Code 93, UPC
DUTCH POSTAL, AUSTRALIAN 4 STATE, JAPANESE POSTAL

Using Dolphin for the First Time

This section will show you how to:
1. Be sure that you've received all items included with your Dolphin order
2. Charge the battery
3. Turn the Dolphin on and off
4. Set the date and time
Note: Be sure to keep the original carton and packaging in the event that the Dolphin terminal or Dolphin HomeBase should
need to be returned for service.
Step 1. Checking Your Package
If you ordered a Dolphin 7200 Batch or 2D terminal, inspect the package to see that the following standard items and accessories (if ordered) are included:
• Dolphin 7200 terminal
• Battery (1500 mAh, Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH)
• Dolphin 7200 HomeBase
• AC-DC Power Adapter for Dolphin HomeBase
If you ordered a Dolphin 7200 RS-232 terminal, inspect the package to see that the following standard items and accessories (if ordered) are included:
• Dolphin 7200 RS-232 terminal
• Battery - 1500 mAh, Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH)
• Dolphin 7200 RS-232 Communication/Charging Cable
• AC-DC Universal Power Adapter
Step 2. Charging the Battery
Use only 3.6V battery packs provided by Hand Held Products. The use of any other battery pack in the Dolphin terminal will void your warranty and may result in damage to the Dolphin terminal or battery.
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Although the Dolphin 7200 terminal is received with the battery inserted, it is NOT ready for charging and/or deep­cycling. Remove the plastic insulator located between the terminal and battery connectors. Failure to remove the
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insulator may result in damages to the terminal.
The terminal's NiMH battery is not conditioned at the factory and is shipped discharged of all power and inserted in the Dolphin terminal. For maximum battery life, Hand Held Products recommends that you deep-cycle the battery twice before initial use.
To deep-cycle, insert the battery into the HomeBase auxiliary battery well. Then, push and hold the Service Aux Batt button for at least four seconds. For more information, see Deep-Cycling the Battery on page 8-6. You may also use the CycleBat software utility to deep-cycle the battery. This utility is available for download from the Partners Area of www.handheld.com.
Note: For maximum battery life, Hand Held Products recommends that you deep-cycle (service) the battery twice before initial
use and then, once a month thereafter.
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If you have a Dolphin 7200 RS-232 terminal and are using the communication/charging cable instead of a HomeBase to charge the battery, charge the terminal for 24 hours before initial use.
After deep cycling the battery, you may charge the battery using one of these methods:
• Place the battery in the auxiliary battery well on the Dolphin HomeBase. Time to Charge: 3 hours
• Place the battery in the 10-slot Dolphin MultiCharger. Time to Charge: 3 hours
• Install the battery in the Dolphin, place the Dolphin in the HomeBase and connect the HomeBase to an external power source. Time to Charge: 5 ½ hours
• Plug the micro-DB9 end of the communication/charging cable into Dolphin 7200 RS-232 terminal's RS-232 port and connect to an external power source. Time to Charge: 5 ½ hours

Inserting the Battery Pack

1. Hold the Dolphin with the front panel (keypad) facing down.
2. Insert the end without the locking tab into the bottom of the battery opening and snap the battery into place with a hinging
motion. The battery case serves as the back cover of the Dolphin.

Removing the Battery Pack

1. Hold the Dolphin with the front panel (keypad) facing down.
2. Push the locking tab on the battery pack down and pull the battery out from the Dolphin terminal with a hinging motion.
Step 3. Turning the Dolphin On And Off

Turning the Dolphin On

1. Install the charged battery pack in the Dolphin.
2. Hold the Dolphin in the palm of your hand so that you can press the ON/SCAN key easily with your thumb.
3. Press the ON/SCAN key to turn the Dolphin on. Your Dolphin will boot up just like a desktop PC and the title screen for the
Demo Application will appear on the display.
4. If the title screen does not appear on the display of your Dolphin, the Demo Application has been removed from your
terminal. Therefore, you will see a DOS prompt on the screen; for example:
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C:\ or A:\ .
Note: If using the Dolphin for first time or if the terminal has been without a battery pack for more than 30 minutes and you are
now inserting a battery, you may receive a CMOS error when the terminal boots up. Don't worry, the terminal is OK. This simply means that the internal back-up battery needs to be recharged and the date and time need to be reset. To recharge the internal backup battery and reset the date and time, insert a fully charged battery in the Dolphin and then use the DOS date and time function to set the correct date and time. The internal back-up battery requires a minimum of 5 hours of charging time in order to perform and maintain the system as described on page 30.

Turning the Dolphin Off

The Dolphin is never actually turned off. To conserve power, the Dolphin goes into "sleep mode" when it is inactive for a programmed period of time as defined by your application. The screen is blank when the Dolphin is in "sleep mode."
Step 4. Setting the Date and Time
Use the DOS date and time function to set the correct date and time for your Dolphin terminal.
To Set the Date on an Alphanumeric Terminal:
1. Enter DATE at the Dolphin's DOS prompt.
2. Press NUM LOCK to put the Dolphin in numeric mode.
3. Enter the new date mm-dd-yyyy.
4. Press ENTER.
To Set the Date on a Numeric Terminal:
1. Press SHIFT to put the Dolphin in alpha mode.
2. Enter DATE at the Dolphin's DOS prompt; see Using the Numeric Keypad on page 3-4.
3. Press SHIFT to put the Dolphin back in numeric mode.
4. Enter the new date mm-dd-yy.
5. Press ENTER.
To Set the Time
To enter the new time, enter TIME at the Dolphin's DOS prompt instead of DATE and follow the directions for the Dolphin model you are using.
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Dolphin 7200 Basics

System Features

CPU
The Dolphin's computing power is provided by a highly integrated AMD ELAN SC310 386SX 33 MHz microprocessor.

Disk Drives

The Dolphin contains two disk drives that provide storage for system files, applications, and data. A third drive is also present if you purchase the FLASH expansion option.
Drive A Drive A contains a 120K executable FLASH EEPROM to store system utilities and to initialize the boot
Drive C Drive C is an 8MB FLASH virtual hard drive used for program and data storage. Drive C is an image
Drive D If you add the expanded memory module to your Dolphin Batch terminal, it will appear as Drive D.
process. This drive is read-only and is not usable by the developer/end-user.
of the Drive A and not a physical drive.
Eight MB of additional FLASH memory can be added via the FLASH expansion module. This option is available in the Dolphin Batch terminal only.

Front Panel Features

This section describes features on the Dolphin's front panel. The alphanumeric and numeric Dolphins have identical back panels.

Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs)

The red LED located at the upper right corner of the LCD display is labeled SCAN. This LED illuminates when the user presses the ON/KEY key and activates the scan engine.
The green LED located at the upper left corner of the LCD display is labeled DECODE. This LED illuminates when the bar code software successfully decodes a bar code. Both LEDs are software programmable.

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)

The alphanumeric, scrollable LCD consists of nine rows with 20 character positions per row and 119 x 73 graphics pixels, which are software addressable. The electroluminescent backlight allows you to view the display in low light conditions. To conserve power, the backlight is automatically turned off after 30 seconds. The on/off function and contrast is software programmable.
Note: The ninth row is used for system icons and application-defined icons.

Speaker

The Dolphin Batch terminal's internal speaker emits a sound level of 80dB at 10 cm.
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Using the Alphanumeric Keypad

The Dolphin's alphanumeric, splash-resistant keypad has 36 epoxy coated keys. The keyboard's yellow background enhances the readability of the numeric and special character keys.
The Dolphin's ON/SCAN key "wakes" the terminal from sleep mode. Its position also allows convenient one-handed bar code scanning.
The SHIFT key toggles the Dolphin from alpha to numeric mode and back and, in combination with other keys, allows you to enter special characters.
The ENTER key confirms data entry.
The NUM LOCK key toggles between the alphabetic and numeric modes.
DECODE
D O L P H I N
SINGLE-HANDED
POCKET-SIZE
LASER SCANNER
F1
SHIFT BKSP
CLR
7
A
4
F
1
K
=
P
SPC
U
NUM LOCK
ON
SCAN
ENTER
8
B
C
5
GH I
2
LMNO
0
Q
RST
VWX Y
Z
DOS PLATFORM
POWER MGMT
INFRA RED COMM
9
DE
6
3
.
F3
F4F2
ESC
-
+
-
LIGHT
SCAN
The F1, F2, F3 and F4 keys are user-definable function keys and may be programmed f or a variety of functions.
The BKSP key moves you to move the cursor back one space each time the key is pressed.
J
The LIGHT key toggles the LCD backlight on and off.
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Alphanumeric Key Combinations for Functions and Special Characters

Use the key combinations listed below to access certain keypad functions or to use special characters that are not defined on the Dolphin keypad.
Key Combinations Functions or Character
ESC (SHIFT + BKSP)
SPC (SHIFT + U)
CLR (SHIFT + A)
SHIFT + F
SHIFT + K
SHIFT + P
SHIFT + V
SHIFT + W
SHIFT + X
SHIFT + Y
SHIFT + Z
SHIFT + E
SHIFT + J
The ESC function performs a cancel action.
The SPC function moves the cursor forw ard one space at a time.
The CLR function erases the line of data just entered, if the ENTER key has not yet been pressed.
#
@
&
$
%
!
\
:
*
/
SHIFT + LIGHT
Changes Contrast
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Using the Numeric Keypad

DOLPHIN
LIGHT
CONTR
CALC
The Dolphin's numeric, splash-resistant keypad has 20 epoxy coated keys. The large, amber-color keys are large, easy-to-read, and comfortably spaced to help prevent errors in data entry. Digits can be entered without using the shift key.
Though designed primarily for numeric data entry, you can use the SHIFT key to switch between numeric and alpha modes or use special characters.
The Dolphin's ON/SCAN key "wakes" the terminal from sleep mode. Its position also allows convenient one-handed bar code scanning.
The SHIFT key toggles the Dolphin from alpha to numeric mode and back and, in combination with other keys, allows you to enter special characters.
The ENTER key confirms data entry.
E
D
O
C
E
D
D O L P H I N
SINGLE-HANDED
POCKET-SIZE
LASER SCANNER
+
F1
-
A B
789
789
C
J K
4
4
L
S T
12
12
U
%
$
?
ON
SCAN
ENTERSHIFT BKSP
D E
F
M N
5
5
O
V W
X
.
.
\
0
0
:
>
DOS PLATFORM
POWER MGMT
INFRA RED COMM
=
G H
I
P
Q
R
Y
Z ,
SP
SP
ESC
6
6
3
3
-
LIGHT
CONTR
S
F3
F4F2
CALC
C
A
N
The F1, F2, F3 and F4 keys are user-definable function keys and may be programmed f or a variety of functions.
The BKSP key moves you to move the cursor back one space each time the key is pressed.
The SP (space) key mov es the cursor forward one key at a
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Key Combinations for Functions and Special Characters

Key Combination Function
ESC (SHIFT + BKSP)
LIGHT (SHIFT + SP)
CONTR (SHIFT + SP+SP)
CALC
The ESC function performs a cancel action.
This action toggles the LCD backlight on and off. Press the SHIFT ke y to put the Dolphin in alpha mode and press the SP key once.
The CONTR function adjusts the LCD contrast. Press the SHIFT key to put the Dolphin in alpha mode and press the SP key twice. Use the F1 and F2 ke ys to adjust the contrast up or down. When finished, press the BKSP key.
This function is undefined. However, it can be programmed by a custom application to load a calculator utility.

Entering Alpha and Special Characters

1. Press the SHIFT key to switch the numeric keypad to alpha mode. This is indicated by the ABC symbol indicated on the
LCD. Each numeric key, as well as the "." Key has three letters or symbols listed beside it.
2. To display the first letter or symbol next to a key, press the numeric key once.
3. To display the second letter/symbol, press the key next to the desired letter/symbol twice within one second.
4. To display the third letter/symbol, press the key next to the desired letter/symbol three times within one second.
For example, to enter a letter "G" into the Dolphin terminal, press the SHIFT key to put the Dolphin in alpha mode. Press the "9" key once and the letter "G" will be entered.
To enter a "T" into the Dolphin terminal, press the SHIFT key to put the Dolphin in alpha mode. Press the "1" key twice and the letter "T" will be entered.

Display Symbols

Here is a list of the symbols that can appear on the LCD display of your Dolphin and their meanings.

Battery Charging Symbol

Located in lower left-hand corner of the LCD, this symbol indicates the battery charge. When this symbol is blinking, the battery's charge is critically low and you should recharge it as soon as possible.
Note: The battery charge level symbol is only an estimate of the remaining battery life.
For information on battery capacity and charging, see the section on Maintaining the Dolphin's Batteries later in this chapter.
Icon Indicates
Blinks while main battery in the Dolphin terminal is charging in the Dolphin 7200 HomeBase. Located in lower left-hand corner of the LCD.
Blinks while the main battery in the Dolphin terminal is discharging when using the battery deep­cycling utility program.
Switches from a blinking arrow to this blinking check when the unit has completed charging in the HomeBase.
Shows the charge level of the Dolphin terminal's main battery when the terminal is in use. The charge symbol decreases in size as the charge level drops.
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Keyboard Mode

These symbols indicate which mode is operational on the keyboard and are located next to the battery charge indicator. Use the SHIFT key to toggle between numeric to alpha mode on Dolphin.
Icon Indicates Which means that …
Alpha mode Alphabetic characters are active
Numeric mode Numeric characters are active

Back Panel Features

This section describes features on the Dolphin's back panel. The alphanumeric and numeric Dolphins have identical back panels.
Laser/Image Engine Window
Battery Well
Battery Charging Contacts
Micro-DB9 RS-232 (Dolphin 7200 RS-232) or Lanyard Eyelet (not available on Dolphin 2D)
Reset Switch
Infrared Communications Port
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Laser Engine

The Dolphin 7200 is currently available with four scanning options:
• Standard range
• Long range
• High density scanning
• No scan engine
The laser engine converts reflected light into a digital pattern that represents the bar code data. A clear window covers the laser engine to protect it from dust and dirt.

Image Engine

The Dolphin 7200 2D terminal is available with the following imaging options:
• Standard image engine: scans 2 to 9 in. (5 to 23 cm)
• High-Density: scans 2 to 4 in. (5 to 12 cm)
• LX image engine: scans 2 to 15 in. (5 to 38 cm) on low density bar codes

Lanyard Eyelet for Optional Wrist Strap

This feature allows a strap to be attached to the Dolphin terminal so that it can be conveniently secured around the wrist or hooked on to a belt. Not available on the Dolphin 7200 2D or the Dolphin 7200 RS-232 terminals.

Battery Well

The battery well is a recessed area on the back of the Dolphin that holds the 3.6V battery pack.

Reset Switch

The Reset Switch is located inside the Dolphin terminal and is accessible through a small opening within the battery well. To reset the Dolphin, remove the label covering the opening and press the reset switch with a small blunt object such as a paper clip.
Note: Under normal circumstances, you should never need to reset your Dolphin terminal.

Infrared Communications Port

The Infrared Communications Port allows the Dolphin to communicate through the Dolphin HomeBase to a host serial device.

Battery Charging Contacts

When the Dolphin is placed in the main well of the Dolphin HomeBase, the Dolphin's battery pack is charged through these contacts.
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Maintaining the Dolphin's Batteries

Although the Dolphin 7200 terminal is received with the battery inserted, it is NOT ready for charging and/or deep­cycling. Remove the plastic insulator located between the terminal and battery connectors. Failure to remove the insulator may result in damages to the terminal.Use only the 3.6V battery packs provided by Hand Held Products. The
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use of any other battery pack in the Dolphin 7200 terminal will void your warranty and may result in damage to the Dolphin terminal or battery.
There are two batteries in the Dolphin:
1. Internal NiMH Backup Battery - Located inside the Dolphin, this battery backs up the RAM and clock when the NiMH main
battery is discharged or removed from the terminal.
2. NiMH Battery Pack - Inserted into the back panel, the battery pack is the primary power source for operating the Dolphin.

Internal NiMH Backup Battery

The Dolphin's internal backup battery prevents the terminal from being reset if you need to remove and replace the main battery pack. The battery retains RAM data and allows the real-time clock to remain operational for up to 30 minutes when the battery pack is removed. If the internal back-up battery becomes discharged of power, it requires a minimum of 5 hours of charging time in order to perform and maintain the system as described above.
The internal backup battery is charged by the Dolphin's main battery pack. If the terminal is left without the main battery pack for more than 30 minutes, the internal backup battery needs to be recharged.
Note: Data and programs on Drives C and D remain safe even if the internal backup battery fails. However, you must reset the
real-time clock using the DOS Time and Date function.
Guidelines
Follow these guidelines to maximize the life of the Dolphin's backup battery:
• Keep a charged NiMH battery pack in the Dolphin. The internal battery will prematurely discharge if there is not at least a partially charged battery in the terminal.
• Put the Dolphin in the HomeBase when the terminal is not in use.
Note: Return the Dolphin to an authorized service center when the internal battery needs to be replaced.

NiMH Battery Pack

The 3.6V, 1500 mAh Nickel-Metal-Hydride (NiMH) battery pack is the primary power source for the Dolphin. Other Nickel-Metal­Hydride batteries may be approved by Hand Held Products, Inc. to work with your Dolphin. Contact Hand Held for more information.
The 1500 mAh NiMH battery is designed to operate in temperature range of -10 to 50 C (14 to 122 F). For maximum performance, charge the batteries between 10 and 35 C (50 and 95 F).
Although the Dolphin 7200 terminal is received with the battery inserted, it is NOT ready for charging and/or deep­cycling. Remove the plastic insulator located between the terminal and battery connectors. Failure to remove the
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insulator may result in damages to the terminal
Performance specifications for a fully charged 1500 mAh NiMH battery (using power management function calls within application):
• Up to 20 hours of usage in a Dolphin Batch terminal with a full battery charge
• Up to 20 hours of usage in a Dolphin 2D terminal with a full battery charge
Keep a charged battery pack in the Dolphin at all times to conserve the internal back-up battery. When you remove a battery pack, insert another battery pack in the Dolphin. The internal battery will prematurely discharge if there is not at least a partially charged battery in the terminal.
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Servicing the Battery Pack
For maximum battery life, Hand Held Products recommends that you deep-cycle the battery twice before initial use. To deep cycle, insert the battery into the HomeBase auxiliary battery well. Then, push and hold the Service Aux Batt button for at least 4 seconds. For more information, see Charging an Additional NiMH Battery Pack on page 8-6.
You may also deep cycle the battery using the CycleBat battery utility conditioning software which is available from the Partners area of the Hand Held Products web site www.handheld.com. More information on this utility is available from the help file that comes with the software.
Note: For maximum battery life, Hand Held Products recommends that you deep-cycle (service) the battery twice before initial
use and then, once a month thereafter.
Hand Held Products also recommends that you service, or calibrate the battery once per month. For details, see Servicing the
Battery Pack on page 11-3.
Charging the Battery Pack
You can recharge an individual battery pack using the auxiliary battery well of the Dolphin HomeBase, or the Dolphin 10-Slot MultiCharger.
Note: Keep a charged battery pack in the Dolphin at all times to conserve the internal back-up battery.
For details about the Dolphin HomeBase, see Charging Batteries in the Dolphin 7200 HomeBase on page 8-5. For details about the Dolphin MultiCharger, see Charging Batteries in the Dolphin MultiCharger on page 11-3.
Storing Battery Packs
To maintain top performance from batteries, follow the guidelines below when storing them:
• Avoid storing batteries outside of the specified range of -4 to 104° F (-20 to 40°C) or in extremely high humidity.
• For prolonged storage, do not keep batteries stored in the terminal.
• During long-term storage, battery deactivation may tend to occur which may cause charging to stop early during recharging after storage. Charging and discharging the battery several times can handle this issue. Also, the first charging after prolonged storage may yield a lower than normal capacity. While this will vary depending on the storage conditions, charging and discharging the battery several times will almost completely restore capacity.
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Resetting the Dolphin Terminal

Under normal circumstances, you should not need to reset the Dolphin terminal. However, if required, you can reset the terminal with one of the following methods:
1. Perform the Three Key Reset.
The Dolphin terminal can be reset by pressing and releasing the SHIFT, ON/SCAN and BKSP keys. All three keys must be held down and released at the same time.
OR
2. Press the Reset Switch.
The reset switch is located in the battery compartment of the Dolphin terminal.
Reset Switch
Use the tip of an unfolded paper clip (or other similar blunt object) to gently press the reset switch. The recess hole for the reset switch ma y be co v ered with a small plastic cov er. This cover must be remov ed and placed bac k in position after accessing the reset switch.
OR
3. Remove the main battery.
If the methods described above are not successful, the Dolphin terminal may be reset by removing the main battery for an extended period of time. The terminal will reset when the Dolphin's internal backup battery is completely drained of power. This process may take up to 5 hours.
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Dolphin 7200 RS-232

About Dolphin 7200 RS-232

The Dolphin 7200 handheld computer with micro-DB9 RS-232 port is a compact, high performance data collection terminal with standard connectivity at a low cost. Through the terminal's micro-DB9 RS-232 port, the Dolphin 7200 can be connected to a host computer to send and receive data.
The terminal's battery can be recharged through the RS-232 port using the Dolphin 7200 communication/charging cable and a power adapter or the Dolphin HomeBase charging/communications cradle.
The Dolphin 7200 RS-232 can also connect to self-powered, RS-232-compliant peripherals, such as external modems and printers, GPS receivers, electronic scales, and various input devices via the micro-DB9 RS-232 port. Wireless IrDA connectivity remains available, allowing users to connect with IrDA-compliant printers through the IR port.

Cables

The following table shows pinout for the Dolphin 7200 terminal's micro-DB9 RS-232 port.
Note: The " RF_card" function call will turn off the 5V supplied on pin 9 of the 7200 RS-232 non-scan units. This already exists
in OS4.1 API.
The pin-out configuration is as follows:
Pin # Signal Description Direction
1 VCHG 9V Charging Voltage Input 2 TXD Transmit Data Output 3 RXD Receive Data Input 4 DSR Data Set Ready Input; looped to Pin 6 5 GND Ground 6 DTR Data Terminal Ready Output; looped to Pin 4 7 CTS Clear To Send Input 8 RTS Request To Send Output 9 / No Connectadd +5VDC Non scanning (blind) models only

Charging the Battery Through the RS-232 Port

Before initial use, the Dolphin 7200 RS-232 terminal should be charged for 24 hours.
1. Plug the adapter into electrical outlet.
2. Insert a battery pack into the battery well of the terminal.
3. Insert the micro-DB-9 RS-232 connector on the communication/charging cable into the micro-DB-9 port on the back of the Dolphin 7200 RS-232 terminal.
4. Connect the Universal Power Charging Adapter (Part #PS9U-11) into the adapter end of the communication/charging cable.
Note: The charging adapter is a regulated 9V power supply and, due to the different connector, cannot be used with the
HomeBase.
For more on maintaining the batteries, see the section on Maintaining Batteries in Chapter 2.
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Sending and Receiving Data

The Dolphin 7200 RS-232 terminal can be connected to a host computer to send and receive data via the micro-DB9 RS-232 port using the YX.EXE Utility or the Dolphin File Transfer Program.
1. Insert a battery pack into the battery well of the terminal.
2. Insert the micro-DB-9 RS-232 connector to the Dolphin communication (only) cable into the micro-DB-9 port on the back of the Dolphin 7200 RS-232 terminal.
3. Connect the DB-9 connector to your PC's serial port.
4. Run the YX.EXE utility or the Dolphin File Transfer Program.
For more on sending and receiving data using YX.EXE and the Dolphin File Transfer Program, see the section on Transferring Files to or From Dolphin in Chapter 9.
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