Honeywell 7850PGE User Manual
®
Dolphin
With Windows Mobile® 5.0
User’s Guide
Preliminary Draft: 2/25/08
7850 Mobile Computer
Disclaimer
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information contained in this document without prior notice, and the reader should in all cases consult
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does not represent a commitment on the part of Honeywell.
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Trademarks
Dolphin, Dolphin RF, HomeBase, Mobile Base, and QuadCharger are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Hand Held Products, Inc. or Honeywell International Inc.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Mobile, Windows CE, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows ME,
Windows XP, ActiveSync, Outlook, and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
Other product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their
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Patents
Please refer to the product packaging for a list of patents.
Other Trademarks
The Bluetooth trademarks are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Honeywell
International Inc.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Agency Information
Label Locations....................................................................................................................1-1
Regulatory and Safety Approvals for all Dolphin Terminals
FCC Compliance..................................................................................................................1-2
Chapter 2 - Getting Started
Out of the Box ......................................................................................................................2-1
Today Screen.......................................................................................................................2-2
Navigation Bar .....................................................................................................................2-2
Using the Stylus ...................................................................................................................2-3
Pop-Up Menus .....................................................................................................................2-3
Chapter 3 - Hardware Overview
Standard Terminal Configurations .......................................................................................3-1
Dolphin 7850 Peripherals.....................................................................................................3-2
Dolphin 7850 Accessories ...................................................................................................3-2
Front Panel Features ...........................................................................................................3-3
Back Panel Features............................................................................................................3-4
Side Panel Features ............................................................................................................3-5
Battery Door Tether (Optional).......................................................................................3-6
I/O Connector.......................................................................................................................3-8
Rubber Bumpers..................................................................................................................3-9
Battery Power ....................................................................................................................3-10
Main Battery Pack ........................................................................................................3-10
Internal Backup Battery................................................................................................3-12
Resetting the Terminal.......................................................................................................3-15
Soft Reset (Warm Boot) ...............................................................................................3-15
Hard Reset (Cold Boot)................................................................................................3-15
Suspend Mode...................................................................................................................3-15
Dolphin 7850 Technical Specifications ..............................................................................3-17
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Chapter 4 - Using the Keyboards
Overview ..............................................................................................................................4-1
Using the Function Keys ......................................................................................................4-2
Using the Navigation Keys...................................................................................................4-3
Using the Modifier Keys .......................................................................................................4-3
Keyboard Mode Indicator.....................................................................................................4-3
24-Key Keyboard .................................................................................................................4-4
Toggling Between Alpha and Numeric Modes ...............................................................4-4
24-Key Keyboard Numeric Key Combinations.....................................................................4-5
24-Key Keyboard Alpha Key Combinations.........................................................................4-6
38-Key Keyboard. ................................................................................................................4-7
Toggling Between Numeric and Alpha Modes ...............................................................4-7
38-Key Keyboard Alpha Key Combinations.........................................................................4-8
38-Key Keyboard Numeric Key Combinations...................................................................4-10
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Chapter 5 - Using the Imager Scanner Engine
Overview.............................................................................................................................. 5-1
Standard Scan Engines....................................................................................................... 5-1
Available Laser Engines ...................................................................................................... 5-2
Supported Bar Code Symbologies ...................................................................................... 5-3
Activating the Engine...........................................................................................................5-4
Decoding .............................................................................................................................5-5
Capturing Images ................................................................................................................5-7
Chapter 6 - System Settings
Overview.............................................................................................................................. 6-1
Personal Settings ................................................................................................................6-2
Buttons........................................................................................................................... 6-3
Menus - Modifying the Start Menu................................................................................. 6-5
System Settings................................................................................................................... 6-7
About ............................................................................................................................. 6-7
Backlight ........................................................................................................................ 6-7
Memory..........................................................................................................................6-9
Power...........................................................................................................................6-12
Remove Programs....................................................................................................... 6-14
Screen .........................................................................................................................6-15
Chapter 7 - Wireless PAN Communication with Bluetooth
Bluetooth Radio ................................................................................................................... 7-1
Enabling the Bluetooth Radio ........................................................................................ 7-1
BTExplorer........................................................................................................................... 7-1
Accessing BTExplorer ...................................................................................................7-2
Using BTExplorer ................................................................................................................7-3
Connection Types................................................................................................................7-7
Device Types....................................................................................................................... 7-8
View Options .......................................................................................................................7-8
Menu Options ...................................................................................................................... 7-9
Discovered Devices........................................................................................................... 7-10
Refreshing Discovered Devices................................................................................... 7-10
Making the Terminal Discoverable ..............................................................................7-10
Pairing ...............................................................................................................................7-13
Chapter 8 - Dolphin HomeBase
Overview.............................................................................................................................. 8-1
Front Panel ......................................................................................................................... 8-2
Back Panel .........................................................................................................................8-3
Bottom Panel Dimensions ................................................................................................... 8-4
Powering the HomeBase..................................................................................................... 8-5
Charging the Main Battery................................................................................................... 8-7
ActiveSync Communication................................................................................................. 8-8
RS-232 Cables .................................................................................................................... 8-9
Mounting the Dolphin HomeBase...................................................................................... 8-10
Chapter 9 - Dolphin QuadCharger
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Overview.............................................................................................................................. 9-1
Front Panel ......................................................................................................................... 9-1
Back Panel ..........................................................................................................................9-2
Inserting and Removing Battery Packs ............................................................................... 9-3
Supplying Power to the QuadCharger................................................................................. 9-3
Charging Batteries in the QuadCharger .............................................................................. 9-3
Recommendations for Storing Batteries.............................................................................. 9-3
Using the Battery Analyzer .................................................................................................. 9-4
Bottom Panel ....................................................................................................................... 9-5
Mounting the QuadCharger ................................................................................................. 9-5
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................... 9-6
Chapter 10 - Dolphin ChargeBase
Overview............................................................................................................................ 10-1
Front Panel .......................................................................................................................10-2
Back Panel ........................................................................................................................10-3
Power Supply............................................................................................................... 10-3
Supplying Power to the ChargeBase................................................................................. 10-4
Inserting and Removing Terminals.................................................................................... 10-4
Charging Terminals in the ChargeBase ............................................................................10-5
Mounting the Dolphin ChargeBase.................................................................................... 10-6
Chapter 11 - Dolphin Cables
Universal Cable Features .................................................................................................. 11-1
Using the Dolphin Power Cable......................................................................................... 11-2
Using the Dolphin Mobile Charger..................................................................................... 11-3
Using the Dolphin Charge/Comm Cable ........................................................................... 11-4
Chapter 12 - Customer Support and Warranty
Technical Assistance......................................................................................................... 12-1
Product Service and Repair............................................................................................... 12-2
Limited Warranty ...............................................................................................................12-3
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Laser Safety Label
Laser Safety Label
Agency Information
Label Locations
Dolphin 7850 mobile computers meet or exceed 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 operate them according to the agency guidelines that follow. Please read these guidelines
carefully before using your Dolphin mobile computer.
Dolphin 7850 RF terminals are designed to comply with the most current applicable standards on safe
levels of RF energy developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and has been recommended for adoption by the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC).
Laser Safety Label
If the following label is attached to your product, it indicates the product
contains a laser engine or laser aimer:
Laser Eye Safety Statement: This device has been tested in
accordance with and complies with EN60825-1: 1993+A1+A2 and 21
CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11, except for deviations pursuant to Laser
Notice No. 50, dated July 26, 2001. LASER LIGHT, DO NOT STARE
INTO BEAM, CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT, 1.0 mW MAX OUTPUT:
650nM.
Caution - use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
LASER LIGHT. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT
1.0 mW MAX OUTPUT: 650nM
IEC60825-1:1993+A1+A2
Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.1 1
except for deviations pursuant to Laser
Notice No. 50, dated July 26, 2001.
LED Safety Statement
This device has been tested in accordance with IEC60825-1 LED safety, and has been certified to be
under the limits of a Class 1 LED device.
The maximum power outputs for each diode are as follows:
• Illumination LED: 194.0 uW
• Aimer laser (5300 engine): 360.1 uW
• Aimer LED (5100 engine): 81.6 uW
Infrared LED Safety Statement
Caution - Class 1M LED radiation when open. Do not view directly with optical instruments.
The maximum power outputs for the IR LED is 145.1 uW.
UL and cUL Statement
UL and cUL listed: UL60950-1 and CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-03.
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Regulatory and Safety Approvals for all Dolphin Terminals
Parameter Specification
U.S.A.
Canada
European Community
FCC Part 15, Class B
ICES-003
EN 55022 (CISPR 22) Class B
EN60950:2000
EN60825-1:1994 + A11 + A2
EN55024:1998
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 and 93/68/EEC Low Voltage Directive.
For further information, please contact:
Hand Held Products BV, a wholly owned subsidiary of Honeywell International Inc.
Nijverheidsweg 9
5627 BT Eindhoven
The Netherlands
Honeywell 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.
FCC Compliance
Dolphin terminals comply 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.
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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for
additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet helpful: “Something About Interference.”
This is available at FCC local regional offices. Our company is not responsible for any radio or television
interference caused by unauthorized modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of
connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by our company. The correction is the
responsibility of the user. Use only shielded data cables with this system.
In accordance with FCC 15.21, changes or modifications not expressly approved by Honeywell may void
the FCC authorization to operate the equipment.
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CAUTION! Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
For body worn operation, this device has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when
used with the Honeywell Dolphin accessories supplied or designated for this product. Use of other
accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.
RF, Regulatory, and Safety Agency Approvals
Parameter Specification
U.S.A.
Canada
FCC Part 15.247
RSS 210
R&TTE Compliance Statement
Dolphin RF terminals are in conformity with all essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/
EC). This equipment has been assessed to the following standards as applicable:
Parameter Specification
R&TTE EN 300 328-2:2000
EN 301 489-1 (2002-08)
EN 301 489-17 (2002-08)
EN 60950:2000
EN 50361:2001
This product is marked with in accordance with the Class II product requirements specified
in the R&TTE Directive, 1999/5/EC.
The equipment is intended for use throughout the European Community. PAN European Frequency
Range: 2.402—2.480 GHz.
Restrictions in France are as follows:
• Indoor use: Maximum power (EIRP*) of 100 mW for the entire 2.400—2.4835 GHz
• Outdoor use: Maximum power (EIRP*) of 100 mW for the 2.400—2.454 GHz band and maximum
power (EIRP*) of 10 mW for the 2.454—2.483 GHz band
Canadian Compliance
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. 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.
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and
away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) installed outdoors
is subject to licensing.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
For European Community Users
Honeywell complies with Directive 2002/96/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE
COUNCIL of 27 January 2003 on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
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Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Information
This product has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. It may contain
hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment, if not properly disposed.
In order to avoid the dissemination of those substances in our environment and to diminish the pressure
on the natural resources, we encourage you to use the appropriate take-back systems for product
disposal. Those systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials of the product you are disposing in a
sound way.
The crossed out wheeled bin symbol informs you that the product should not be disposed of along
with municipal waste and invites you to use the appropriate separate take-back systems for product
disposal.
If you need more information on the collection, reuse, and recycling systems, please contact your local or
regional waste administration.
You may also contact your supplier for more information on the environmental performances of this
product.
Pacemakers, Hearing Aids and Other Electrically Powered Devices
Most manufacturers of medical devices adhere to the IEC 601-1-2 standard. This standard requires
devices to operate properly in an EM Field with a strength of 3V/m over a frequency range of 26 to
1000MHz. The maximum allowable field strength emitted by the Dolphin is 0.3V/m according to Subpart
B of Part 1 of the FCC rules. Therefore, the Dolphin RF has no effect on medical devices that meet the
IEC specification.
Microwaves
The radio in the Dolphin RF terminal operates on the same frequency band as a microwave oven.
Therefore, if you use a microwave within range of the Dolphin RF terminal you may notice performance
degradation in your wireless network. However, both your microwave and your wireless network will
continue to function. The Dolphin Batch terminal does not contain a radio, and therefore, is not affected
by microwave ovens.
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Mechanical Switch
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Getting Started
Out of the Box
When you open the carton, please verify that the carton contains the following items:
• Dolphin 7850 mobile computer (the terminal)
• Main battery pack (7.4v, li-ion)
• Getting Started CD-ROM
• Dolphin 7850 Quick Start Guide
Be sure to keep the original packaging in the event that the Dolphin terminal should need to be returned
for service. For details, see Limited Warranty on page 12-3.
If you ordered additional peripherals, accessories, verify that they are included with the order.
Step 1. Install the Main Battery Pack
You must re-attach the battery door! The Dolphin 7850 contains a mechanical switch under the battery door that
prevents the terminal from initializing unless the battery door is closed.
Step 2. Charge the Batteries
There are two types of battery power: the main battery pack and the backup battery located inside the
terminal. The main battery pack powers the terminal and charges the internal backup battery.
Dolphin terminals ship with both batteries discharged of power. Charge the main battery pack for a
minimum of four(4) hours before initial use!
You can use one of the following charging peripherals:
• Dolphin HomeBase Device
• Dolphin QuadCharger Device
• AC Adapter Cable
Use Dolphin 7850 peripherals with the power cables provided by Honeywell. Use of peripherals or cables not
sold/manufactured by Honeywell will void the warranty and may damage the terminal.
Step 3. Boot the Terminal
The terminal begins booting as soon as power is applied and runs by itself. Do NOT press any keys or
interrupt the boot process.
When the boot process is complete, the Today screen appears and the terminal is ready for use.
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Today Screen
Tap to adjust the volume
Tap to change the date and time
Tap to access the Start menu
These are icons of programs
running in the background. Tap to
open the program or access a
menu for it.
Tap to see to customize your terminal
Tap to open a program recently used
Tap to open a program
Tap to see additional programs
Navigation bar
Start menu
Initial boot and system resets end on the Today screen; see Resetting the Terminal on page 3-15.
Note: You can also open the Today screen at any time by tapping Start > Today.
Navigation Bar
Located at the top of every screen, the Navigation bar provides access to the Start menu, shows the
current time (from the system clock), and displays both status and keyboard status icons.
Command Bar
Located at the bottom of application screens, the Command bar includes application menus, buttons, and
provides access to the Soft Input Panel (SIP).
The contents of the Command bar changes according to the open application.
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Using the Stylus
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Note: To close the menu
without performing an
action, tap the screen
anywhere outside the
menu.
The Results section
displays the search
results.
Use the stylus or your finger to select or enter information on the touch panel. The stylus functions as a
mouse; generally, a tap is the same as a click.
Tap Tap the touch panel once to open menu items and select options.
Drag Hold the stylus on the screen and drag across the screen to select text and images.
Tap & hold Tap and hold the stylus on an item and a pop-up menu appears. On the pop-up menu, tap
the action of the task you want to perform.
Using sharp objects, such as paper clips, pencils, or ink pens can damage the touch panel and will void the
warranty. For more information about the touch panel, see Touch Panel Display on page 3-3.
Selecting Programs
The Start menu does not fit all installed programs. To see additional programs, tap Start > Programs. To
open a program, tap once on the icon.
Pop-Up Menus
With pop-up menus, you can quickly choose an action for an item.
1. Tap and hold the stylus on the item name. The pop-up menu appears.
2. Lift the stylus, and tap the action you want to perform.
The contents of pop-up menus depend change according to the program you’re in.
Searching for Information
You can use the Search feature or File Explorer to find and organize information. Tap Start > Programs
> Search. Enter the text you want to find and tap Search.
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Hardware Overview
There are a number of standard Dolphin 7850 configurations as well as charging and communication
peripherals and accessories to maximize the efficiency of your application setting.
Standard Terminal Configurations
The standard Dolphin 7850 terminal configuration is as follows:
• Windows Mobile 5.0
• PXA270 520MHz processor
• 64MB RAM X 64MB Synchronous Flash memory
• 24-key calculator-style numeric with scrolling alpha or 38-key calculator-style numeric with full
alpha
• 3.5 in. 1/4 VGA 240 x 320 TFT color display with hard-coat industrial touch panel
• 5300 or 5100 Standard Range (SR) scan engine
• Bluetooth radio
Additional Configuration Options
The Dolphin 7850 terminal offers you a number of configuration options to customize the Dolphin 7850
terminal to your business needs.
System Memory Additional 64MB of RAM (for a total of 128MB RAM); see Memory on page 6-9.
Scan Engines 5100SR/SF VGA Area Imagers with bright green LED aimer
5300SR/SF VGA Area Imagers with High-Vis aiming pattern
5300HD VGA Area Imagers with High-Vis aiming pattern
For more information, see Standard Scan Engines on page 5-1.
Future Laser Engines Options
HP (High Performance) Laser scanner
LR (Long Range) Laser scanner
ALR (Advanced Long Range) Laser scanner
For more information, see Available Laser Engines on page 5-2.
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Dolphin 7850 Peripherals
The following items are sold separately to complete your Dolphin 7850 installation.
Dolphin HomeBase
™
The Dolphin HomeBase charging and communication cradle supports both RS-232 and USB
communication, enabling your terminal to interface with the majority of PC-based enterprise systems.
When a terminal is seated in the HomeBase, its main battery pack charges in less than four(4) hours.
For more information, see Dolphin HomeBase on page 8-1.
Dolphin QuadCharger™
The Dolphin QuadCharger is a four(4)-slot charging station for li-ion battery packs. It can charge each
battery in less than four(4) hours. The fourth slot features a battery analyzer that completely resets and
re-calibrates a battery, then displays remaining capacity.
For more information, see Dolphin QuadCharger on page 9-1.
Dolphin Cables
The Dolphin 7850 includes a number of cable kits that enable you to charge and communicate with other
devices.
For more information, see Dolphin Cables on page 11-1.
Dolphin ChargeBase
The Dolphin ChargeBase is a charging base that holds up to four(4) Dolphin terminals.
For more information, see Dolphin ChargeBase on page 10-1.
Dolphin Mobile Mount
The Dolphin Mobile Mount is a plastic cradle and RAM mount that holds and positions the terminal and
can be mounted on a fork truck, pallet lift, or other stable, stationary surface.
Dolphin 7850 Accessories
Each of the following items is sold separately to enhance your Dolphin 7850.
Protective Cover Wraps around the terminal to protect it from wear and tear.
Protective Rubber Boot
Holster Holds one terminal around the waist.
Tote/Carry Bag Holds one terminal, a spare battery, and small printer. It can be shoulder-worn, waist-worn,
Li-ion Battery Pack 7.4Vdc, 14.1 watt hour li-on replacement battery packs; see Battery Power on page 3-10.
Wrist Lanyard/Stylus Tether
Battery Door Tether For more information, see Battery Door Tether (Optional) on page 3-6.
Stylus Three-Pack Provides three extra styluses.
Screen Protectors Provides a pack of screen protectors that fit the Dolphin 7850 touch panel display.
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Wraps tightly around the terminal for added durability.
or carried by hand.
For more information, see Wrist Lanyard/Stylus Tether (Optional) on page 3-6.
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Front Panel Features
Decode LED Scan LED
3.5 inch 1/4 VGA Touch
Panel Display
Keyboard Protection Ribs
Decode and Scan LEDs
The Scan LED lights red when you press the Scan trigger in scanning applications.
The Decode LED lights green when a scanned bar code is successfully decoded.
For more information, see LEDs on page 4-1.
Keyboard Protection Ribs
These ribs protect the keyboard and prevent keys from being pressed accidentally when the
terminal is placed facedown on a flat surface. For a complete overview of each keyboard, see
Using the Keyboards on page 4-1.
Touch Panel Display
The 3.5 inch 1/4 VGA (Video Graphic Array) display is a transflective color LCD (Liquid Crystal
Display) in TFT (Thin Film Transistor) color with a 240 x 320 resolution. The LCD is covered
by an industrial touch screen lens for maximum durability and backlit for maximum viewability;
see Backlight on page 6-7.
For touch panel input, use the stylus included with the terminal or your finger. The method you
choose depends on which one is most appropriate for your application. While there is a great
deal of variation in different applications, use of the supplied stylus provides greater touch
screen accuracy; see Using the Stylus on page 2-3.
Dolphin terminals ship with screen protectors already installed. Screen protectors help prevent
wear and damage to the touch panel; especially when used with applications that require highvolume interfacing with the touch panel. Screen protectors are subject to wear and tear.
Therefore, inspect screen protectors regularly and replace them when worn or punctured.
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Using sharp objects, such as paper clips, pencils, or ink pens can damage the touch
Battery Door
DC Power Jack
Tether Holes
!
panel and will void the warranty.
Back Panel Features
Battery Door
The battery door covers and secures the main battery pack in the battery well. There is a
mechanical switch on the terminal under this door that puts the terminal in suspend mode (see
page 3-15) while the battery door is open. This door must be closed for the terminal to resume
operation. For more information, see Installing the Main Battery Pack on page 3-10.
DC Power Jack
Tether Holes
Located on the bottom of the pistol-grip handle, the 9.5V DC power jack receives external
power from the Dolphin Power Cable. When connected to the Dolphin Power Cable, the
terminal is powered and the main battery pack is charging. For more information, see Using
the Dolphin Power Cable on page 11-2.
These holes are an attachment point for the Battery Door Tether (Optional) (see page 3-6).
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Side Panel Features
Scan
Trigger
Stylus Slot
Integrated
Pistol-Grip
I/O Connector
Scan Engine
Window
Angled Display
IrDA PortBeeper
I/O
Connector
Tether/Lanyard Attachment Point
I/O
Connector
Stylus Loop
Scan
Engine
Window
(with
engine)
Note: This graphic shows the right side of the Dolphin 7850 terminal.
Angled Display
Beeper
Scan Engine Window
Integrated Pistol-Grip Handle
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The touch panel display (see page 3-3) tilts up toward the user, which improves application
viewing when operating the terminal and reduces glare. Most important, the tilted display helps
you read decoded data without having to tilt your wrist.
The beeper provides an audible indication of application events such as decoding (to indicate
a good or bad scan), touch panel touches, and keyboard input.
The scan engine window provides an opening for the imager
scanner engines and points straight out of the device. Simply
point and scan.
There are several scan engine configurations available; see
Using the Imager Scanner Engine on page 5-1.
The pistol-grip handle is integrated into the terminal and is not removable, which makes the
unit more durable in the field. This handle is contoured so that the terminal is comfortable in
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IrDA Port
The infrared port is IrDA-enabled (Infrared Data Association) and communicates with other
IrDA-enabled devices such as PCs, printers, modems, or other Dolphin 7850 terminals. The
maximum data transfer speed is 115 Kbps with a duty cycle of 18.75%. For more information,
see Using Infrared Communication on page 7-8.
Scan Trigger
The front of the pistol-grip handle contains a scan trigger that activates the scan engine.
The scan trigger also wakes the terminal from Suspend Mode (see page 3-15).
Stylus Slot
Dolphin 7850 terminals ship with a stylus inserted into the pistol-grip handle. Stores the stylus
in this slot when you’re not using it. For more information about the stylus, see Using the Stylus
on page 2-3.
Tether/Lanyard Attachment Point
You can string optional hardware accessories through this hole to fasten hardware to the
terminal.
Wrist Lanyard/Stylus Tether (Optional)
The optional lanyard loops around your wrist and attaches the stylus to the terminal. One end loops
through the attachment point at the bottom of the handle and the other end loops around the hook at the
end of the stylus.
When the stylus is inserted into the stylus slot, you can insert your wrist for extra security while operating
the terminal. When the stylus is removed from the stylus slot, the stylus remains attached to the terminal
to prevent you from losing the stylus if you accidently drop it.
Battery Door Tether (Optional)
The optional battery door tether ensures that the battery door remains attached to the terminal even when
it is removed from the battery well. There are two pieces: the clip and the leather strap.
1. Put the terminal in Suspend mode by pressing and holding Blue + Backlight keys.
2. Disconnect the two pieces of the battery door tether; gently squeeze the outside of the clip and pull
the leather strap out of the clip.
3. Take the leather strap and loop the lanyard portion through the attachment point on the handle as
shown below.
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4. Remove the battery door.
5. Take the clip piece, loop the lanyard through the tether holes on the battery door as shown below.
6. Reattach the battery door.
7. Snap the leather strap into the clip.
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I/O Connector
I/O Connector
This I/O connector has 17 pins that are designed to work exclusively with Dolphin 7850 peripherals and
cables.
This connector
• Powers the terminal.
• Charges the main battery.
• Supports communication with a host workstation via Microsoft ActiveSync; see Using ActiveSync on
page 7-3.
• Supports RS-232 (up to 115 Kbps) and USB (up to 12 Mbps) communication.
The pins on the mechanical connector are as follows:
0IN$ESCRIPTION
53"
072
.#
.#
.#
.#
'.$
6/54
$42
53"
53"$%4
2)
$32
28$
243
48$
#43
Note: Signals referenced are for a DTE device.
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Rubber Bumpers
Front Rubber
Bumpers
Pistol-Grip
Rubber Bumpers
There are two sets of rubber bumpers: one set below the scan engine window and the other set on the
bottom front of the pistol-grip handle. Rubber bumpers enable you to set the terminal down on a flat
surface with easy access to the handle, so you can pick up and put down the terminal with ease.
Front Rubber Bumpers
The front rubber bumpers enable you to rest the terminal on a flat surface without damaging
the scan engine window.
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Battery Power
Mechanical Switch
The Dolphin 7850 features intelligent battery technology with two types of battery power:
• The main battery pack installed under the battery door on the back panel.
• The backup battery located inside the terminal.
Both batteries work together to prevent data loss when the terminal is used over long periods of time.
Main Battery Pack
Use only the Li-ion battery packs provided by Honeywell. The use of any battery pack not sold/manufactured
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by Honeywell in a Dolphin terminal will void your warranty and may result in damage to the Dolphin terminal
or battery.
The 7.4V, 14.1 watt hour li-ion battery pack is the primary power source for the Dolphin terminal and the
internal backup battery. The li-ion battery is designed to operate in a temperature range of -10 to 50°C
(14 to 122°F).
Installing the Main Battery Pack
Press Blue + Backlight keys to put the terminal
in Suspend Mode (see page 3-15) before
installing a new battery.
Mechanical Switch
The battery well area contains a mechanical
switch located under the battery door. When
the battery door is securely fastened, it
presses on the mechanical switch allowing
the terminal to power on and operate
normally.
When the battery door is removed, it no
longer presses on the mechanical switch,
which automatically suspends terminal
operation. The terminal will not resume
normal operations again until the battery
door is re-fastened.
The mechanical switch works as described only when the terminal is running on battery power. If the
terminal is running on AC power (via a Dolphin charging peripheral), the mechanical switch will not
suspend the terminal when the battery door is open.
If you open the battery door and remove the battery while the terminal is connected to AC power, the
terminal will continue operating. However, if you remove AC power while the battery door is open and the
battery is removed, the terminal will shut down without suspending and you will lose RAM data. To avoid
data loss when removing AC power, always either suspend the terminal or install the battery prior to
removing AC power.
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Charging Options
When the battery is installed in the terminal, you can insert the terminal into any one of the following
peripherals to charge the main battery pack:
• Dolphin HomeBase (see page 8-1)
• Dolphin ChargeBase (see page 10-1)
• One of the Dolphin charging cables (see page 11-1)
To fully charge the li-ion battery outside the terminal, use one of the following:
• Dolphin QuadCharger (see page 9-1)
• Auxiliary Battery Well of the Dolphin HomeBase (see page 8-3)
Charge Time
A completely discharged li-ion battery pack requires four(4) hours to charge to full capacity. Subsequent
charge times vary according to the charge level of the battery pack when charging begins.
The li-ion battery packs that ship with Dolphin terminals are completely discharged of power. Therefore,
charge the main battery pack for a minimum of four(4) hours prior to using the terminal on battery power.
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Internal Backup Battery
Located inside the terminal, the backup battery is a 3.6V nickel metal hydride (NiMH) battery.
The internal backup battery prevents the terminal from being reset when you remove the main battery
pack. The backup battery retains RAM data and allows the real-time clock to remain operational for up to
30 minutes. If the terminal is left without the main battery pack for more than 30 minutes, the internal
backup battery discharges and needs to be recharged to function according to specifications.
Note: Even if the internal backup battery fails, data and programs stored in Flash memory are not totally lost, but
the terminal does automatically cold boot when you install a fully charged battery pack and you need to reset
the real-time clock.
Charging
The internal backup battery charges off the main battery pack and requires eight(8) hours charge time to
backup RAM data for 30 minutes. You can begin using the Dolphin terminal after charging the main
battery for four(4) hours; however, the internal backup battery will continue to charge off the main battery.
To ensure that the internal backup battery functions properly, maintain a consistent power supply for the
first eight(8) hours of terminal operation. This power supply can be external power (using a charging
peripheral) or an installed, charged battery pack or a combination of both.
Guidelines
Follow these guidelines to maximize the life of the Dolphin’s internal backup battery:
• Keep a charged Li-ion battery pack in the terminal.
• Keep the Dolphin terminal connected to a power source when the terminal is not in use.
Managing Battery Power
Data and files saved on the Dolphin terminal may be stored in RAM memory; therefore, maintain a
continuous power supply to the terminal to help prevent data loss. When you remove a battery pack, insert
another charged battery pack in the Dolphin. If the main battery pack is low, insert the terminal into a
charging peripheral to power the terminal and begin recharging the battery.
Note: If the main battery is low and the terminal is in suspend mode, pressing the SCAN trigger does not wake the
Dolphin terminal; you must replace the discharged battery with a fully charged battery.
Default Low and Critical Battery Points
The Dolphin terminal ships with default low and critical battery points programmed in the following registry
parameters:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Control\Power\LowBatt=19
Sets the Low Battery point to 25% by default.
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Control\Power\CriticalBatt=a
Sets the Critical Battery point to10% by default.
When the battery reaches these low or critical battery points, warning icons appear in the Navigation bar.
Note: Battery power warnings do not appear when the terminal is running on external power.
Setting Critical and Low Battery Points
Developers can re-reset the default battery points in the RegEdit Power Tool.
1. Tap Start > Power Tools > RegEdit.
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2. Drill-down to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE > System > CurrentControlSet > Control > Power. The
CriticalBatt and LowBatt values appear in the list.
3. Tap the Value Name to change the Value Data. You can reset the Value Data from 0 (no warning)
to 99 (would warn whenever the charge drops below 99%).
4. Tap OK to save changes.
Note: For more information about the RegEdit Power Tool, refer to the Dolphin Power Tools User’s Guide, which is
available for download at www.honeywell.com/aidc.
Checking Battery Power
Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Power. The Battery tab opens displaying the charge status of the
main battery pack.
For more information, see Power on page 6-12.
Storage Guidelines
To maintain optimal battery performance, follow these storage guidelines:
• Avoid storing batteries outside 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 a charger that is connected to a power source.
Guidelines for Battery Use and Disposal
The following are general guidelines for the safe use and disposal of batteries:
• Use only the battery supplied, recommended, or approved by Honeywell.
• Replace defective batteries immediately; using a defective battery could damage the Dolphin terminal.
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• 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 terminal indicates low battery
power.
• Although your battery can be recharged many times, it will eventually be depleted. Replace it after the
battery is unable to hold an adequate charge.
• If you are not sure the battery or charger is working properly, please send it to Honeywell or an
authorized Honeywell service center for inspection.
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Resetting the Terminal
There are two ways to reset the Dolphin terminal: a soft reset and a hard reset.
Soft Reset (Warm Boot)
A soft reset re-boots the device without losing RAM data. You would perform a soft reset 1) when the
terminal fails to respond, 2) after installing software applications that require a reboot, or 3) after making
changes to certain system settings.
1. Press and hold the Red + ESC keys for approximately five seconds. The screen turns white
and the decode and scan LEDs flash for approximately three seconds.
2. When the reset is complete, the Today screen appears.
Hard Reset (Cold Boot)
A hard reset erases all of the data and applications stored in RAM memory and launches Autoinstall, which
re-initializes the terminal.
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1. Press and hold the Red + Tab keys for approximately five seconds. The screen turns white
and the decode and scan LEDs light for approximately three seconds.
2. The terminal re-initializes; see Boot the Terminal on page 2-1.
Note: Hard resets automatically launch a soft reset before ending on the Today screen.
Set the time and date after each hard reset to ensure that the system clock is real-time. Tap the date on
the Today screen to open the Clock and set the time and date.
Suspend Mode
Suspend mode suspends terminal operation. The terminal appears to be “off” when in suspend mode.
The terminal is programmed to go into suspend mode automatically when inactive for a specific period of
time. You can set this time period in the Power setting. For details, see the Advanced Tab section of the
Power (see page 6-12) setting.
To Put the Terminal in Suspend Mode
Press the Blue + Backlight keys. You should put the terminal in suspend mode when you change
the battery pack; see Installing the Main Battery Pack on page 3-10.
To Resume Terminal Operation
To resume terminal operation (or “wake” the terminal),
• Press the Backlight key .
• Press the Scan Trigger (see page 3-5).
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Troubleshooting
If the terminal does not wake when you press the scan trigger,
• The battery door may not be fully closed. The mechanical switch under the battery door prevents the
terminal from resuming operation until the door is closed.
• The main battery might be too low to resume operation. Remove the battery and install a fully charged
battery or connect the terminal to a Dolphin charging peripheral.
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