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Notices

LXE Inc. reserves the right to make improvements or changes in the products described in this document at any time without notice. While
reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this document to assure its accuracy, LXE assumes no liability resulting from any errors
or omissions in this document, or from the use of the information contained herein. Further, LXE Incorporated, reserves the right to revise this
document and to make changes to it from time to time without any obligation to notify any person or organization of such revision or changes.

Copyright:

This document is copyrighted. All rights are reserved. This document may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated
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Copyright © 2009 by LXE Inc. An EMS Technologies Company.
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Trademarks:

LXE® and Spire® are registered trademarks of LXE Inc. RFTerm® is a registered trademark of EMS Technologies, Norcross, GA.

Microsoft®, ActiveSync®, MSN, Outlook®, Windows®, the Windows logo, and Windows Media are either registered trademarks or trademarks

of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

Summit Data Communications, Inc. Summit Data Communications, the Summit logo, and “The Pinnacle of Performance” are trademarks of
Summit Data Communications, Inc.

Java® and Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the U.S. or other countries,
and are used under license.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by LXE, Inc. is under license.

Hand Held® is a registered trademark of Hand Held Products, Inc., located in Skaneateles Falls, NY.

Wavelink®, the Wavelink logo and tagline, Wavelink Studio™, Avalanche Management Console™, Mobile Manager™, and Mobile Manager

Enterprise™ are trademarks of Wavelink Corporation, Kirkland.

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The user is strongly encouraged to read Appendix B, Regulatory Notices and Safety Information.

Important safety cautions, warnings and regulatory information is contained in Appendix B.

Important: This symbol is placed on the product to remind users to dispose of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE) appropriately, per Directive 2002-96-EC. In most areas, this product can be recycled, reclaimed and re-used when
properly discarded. Do not discard labeled units with trash. For information about proper disposal, contact LXE through your
local sales representative, or visit www lxe com.

Revision Notice

Appendix B – Regulatory
Notices and Safety
Information

Updated RF Safety Notice (Summit Client – 4830 and 4831).

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION 1

Overview....................................................................................................................................1

MX8 Features .......................................................................................................................................... 2

Important Battery Information................................................................................................................. 3

Document Conventions ........................................................................................................................... 4

Environmental Specifications.................................................................................................................. 4

Laser Warnings and Labels.....................................................................................................5

Continuous Scan Mode............................................................................................................................ 5

Components..............................................................................................................................6

Front View............................................................................................................................................... 6

Back View ............................................................................................................................................... 7

Scanner / Imager Aperture....................................................................................................................... 8

Trigger Handle......................................................................................................................................... 8

Handstrap................................................................................................................................................. 9

I/O Port and Cables................................................................................................................................ 10

MX8 AC Adapter .................................................................................................................................. 11

QUICK START 13

In Brief . . . ...............................................................................................................................13

Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................... 14

Related Manuals for Startup .................................................................................................................. 14

Inserting Fully Charged Battery............................................................................................15

Checking Battery Status........................................................................................................15

About Lithium-Ion Batteries.................................................................................................................. 16

Tapping the Power Key..........................................................................................................16

Tapping the Touchscreen with a Stylus...............................................................................17

Keypad Shortcuts................................................................................................................................... 17

Calibrating the Touchscreen.................................................................................................18

Set Time Zone (Optional).......................................................................................................18

Entering the AppLock Activation Key ..................................................................................19

Hotkey (Activation Hotkey) .................................................................................................................. 19

Touch ..................................................................................................................................................... 19

Optional Accessory Installation............................................................................................20

Attaching Handstrap (Optional)............................................................................................................. 20

Connecting an External Power Supply (Optional)................................................................................. 21

Putting it all together … ..................................................................................................................... 21

Assembling the 5V AC Power Adapter ..............................................................................................22

Connecting the Multipurpose USB / Power Cable.............................................................................. 23

Connecting the Multipurpose RS-232 / Power Cable ......................................................................... 23

Connecting the Audio Cable and a Headset........................................................................................ 24

Adjust Microphone and Secure the Cable ........................................................................................ 24

Voice Case............................................................................................................................................. 25

Using the 32-Key Triple-Tap Keypad....................................................................................27

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Using the 32-Key Alpha-Mode Keypad.................................................................................28

Entering Data ..........................................................................................................................29

Using the Keypad .................................................................................................................................. 29

Using the Input Panel or Virtual Keyboard ........................................................................................... 29

Using the Stylus..................................................................................................................................... 30

Using the Integrated Barcode Scanner or Imager .................................................................................. 31

Barcode Scanner ................................................................................................................................. 31

2D Imager ........................................................................................................................................... 31

Scan Status LED ................................................................................................................................. 32

Tethered Scanners.................................................................................................................................. 32

Bluetooth Scanners and Printers............................................................................................................ 32

Voice Data ............................................................................................................................................. 32

Bluetooth Devices ..................................................................................................................33

Mobile Bluetooth Accessories ..............................................................................................33

Getting Help ............................................................................................................................34

Manuals ................................................................................................................................................. 34

Accessories ............................................................................................................................................ 34

HE MX8 HAND HELD COMPUTER 39

T

Reboot Sequences .................................................................................................................39

Suspend / Resume.................................................................................................................................. 39

Warm Boot............................................................................................................................................. 39

Cold Boot............................................................................................................................................... 39

Reset to Default Settings ....................................................................................................................... 40

Reset Registry ..................................................................................................................................... 40

Reset All.............................................................................................................................................. 40

Saving Changes to the Registry ...........................................................................................40

Touchscreen Display .............................................................................................................41

Cleaning the Glass Display/Beam Aperture .......................................................................................... 41

Applying the Protective Film to the Display ......................................................................................... 41

Adjusting the Display Backlight............................................................................................42

Set the Display Backlight Timer............................................................................................................ 42

Setting the Power Schemes Timers......................................................................................43

Battery Power Scheme........................................................................................................................... 43

AC Power Scheme................................................................................................................................. 43

Setting The Audio Speaker Volume......................................................................................44

Using the Keypad .................................................................................................................................. 44

Using the Touchscreen .......................................................................................................................... 44

The Keypads ...........................................................................................................................45

LED Indicators....................................................................................................................................... 45

System Status LED ............................................................................................................................. 46

Scan Status LED ................................................................................................................................. 46

Alpha Mode LED................................................................................................................................ 46

Standard Keys........................................................................................................................................ 47

Function Keys........................................................................................................................................ 47

Sticky Keys ......................................................................................................................................... 47

Ctrl (Control key) ............................................................................................................................. 47

Alt (Alternate key)............................................................................................................................ 47

Shft (Shift key) ................................................................................................................................. 47

Orange and Blue Keys...................................................................................................................... 48

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CapsLock Mode Function ................................................................................................................... 48

Batteries ..................................................................................................................................49

Main Battery .......................................................................................................................................... 49

Backup Battery ......................................................................................................................................50

Battery Hotswapping ............................................................................................................................. 50

MX8 Battery Multi-Charger ....................................................................................................51

Charge a Main Battery Pack .................................................................................................................. 51

MX8 Cradles (Optional)..........................................................................................................53

APPENDIX A KEY MAPS 55

Introduction.............................................................................................................................55

32-Key Triple-Tap Keypad .....................................................................................................55

32-Key Alpha-Mode Keypad ..................................................................................................61

A

PPENDIX B REGULATORY NOTICES AND SAFETY INFORMATION 67

Class A Digital Device............................................................................................................67

RF Notices...............................................................................................................................69

MX8 Approvals/Standards.....................................................................................................70

Revision History .....................................................................................................................75

INDEX 77

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Illustrations

Figure 1 CDRH / IEC 825 Caution Label Location – MX8, Back ...................................................................5

Figure 2 Caution Label – Class 2 Laser Scanner ..............................................................................................5

Figure 3 Front of MX8 with Triple-Tap Keypad .............................................................................................. 6

Figure 4 Back....................................................................................................................................................7

Figure 5 Beam Aperture.................................................................................................................................... 8

Figure 6 Trigger Handle (Optional) .................................................................................................................. 8

Figure 7 Handstrap (Optional) ..........................................................................................................................9

Figure 8 I/O Port and Cables........................................................................................................................... 10

Figure 9 5V AC Adapter - Assembled............................................................................................................11

Figure 10 MX8 Cabling Options.....................................................................................................................12

Figure 11 MX8 Desktop .................................................................................................................................13

Figure 12 Lithium Ion Battery Pack................................................................................................................15

Figure 13 Power Key Location .......................................................................................................................16

Figure 14 Touchscreen Recalibration .............................................................................................................18

Figure 15 Attaching the Handstrap .................................................................................................................20

Figure 16 USB – MX8 – Power Assembly.....................................................................................................21

Figure 17 AC 5V External Power Supply.......................................................................................................22

Figure 18 Connect Power Cable to the Cradle................................................................................................ 22

Figure 19 Connect the USB / Power Cable to the MX8 Port.......................................................................... 23

Figure 20 Connect the RS-232 / Power Cable to the MX8 Port......................................................................23

Figure 21 Audio Cable and Headset ...............................................................................................................24

Figure 22 MX8 Voice Case, Front.................................................................................................................. 25

Figure 23 Belt Loop Snaps..............................................................................................................................25

Figure 24 Audio Cable in Cable Retaining Clip .............................................................................................26

Figure 25 The Triple-Tap Keypad ..................................................................................................................27

Figure 26 The Alpha-Mode Keypad ............................................................................................................... 28

Figure 27 Input Panel / Virtual Keyboard.......................................................................................................29

Figure 28 Laser Scanner Beam on Linear Barcode......................................................................................... 31

Figure 29 Imager Bracketed Crosshair Target on 2D Barcode ....................................................................... 31

Figure 30 Scan Status LED.............................................................................................................................32

Figure 31 Touchscreen Display ......................................................................................................................41

Figure 32 Setting the Display Backlight Timer...............................................................................................42

Figure 33 Volume & Sounds Properties .........................................................................................................44

Figure 34 The 32-key Keypad.........................................................................................................................45

Figure 35 LED Indicators................................................................................................................................45

Figure 36 Lithium Ion Battery Pack................................................................................................................49

Figure 37 Multi-Charger Power Adapter ........................................................................................................ 51

Figure 38 MX8 Multi-Charger........................................................................................................................ 51

Figure 39 Insert Battery Pack in Charging Pocket.......................................................................................... 52

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Overview

Introduction

The LXE® MX8 is a rugged, portable, hand-held Microsoft® Windows® CE 5.0 equipped mobile
computer capable of wireless data communications. The mobile device can transmit information
using an 802.11 network card and it can store information for later transmission through an RS­232 or USB port.

The mobile device is vertically oriented and features
backlighting for the display. The touch-screen display supports
graphic features and Windows icons that the Windows CE 5.0
operating system supports. The keypad is available in a 32-key
numeric-alpha triple-tap version and a 32-key Alpha mode
version.

This device is a Windows CE 5.0 compatible computer that can
be scaled from a limited function batch computer to an
integrated RF scanning computer. A trigger handle is available
as an accessory.

The stylus attached to the handstrap is used to assist in entering
data and configuring the mobile device. Protective film for the
touchscreen is available as an accessory.

The MX8 is powered by a 3000 mAh Lithium-Ion main battery

pack and an internal Ni-MH backup battery.

Important

• If the mobile device has AppLock installed, please refer to the MX8 Reference Guide,

Chapter 6 – AppLock for setup and processing.

• Wireless configuration and security parameters are described in detail in the MX8

Reference Guide, Chapter 5 – Wireless Network Configuration.

Based on your installed software version and hardware options, your setup may not be exactly the
same as the system described in this guide. Contact your LXE representative for information on
the latest upgrades for your MX8.

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MX8 Features

The appropriate wireless utility for your device configuration has been pre-installed by LXE.

The desktop will display a Summit Client Utility icon for 802.11 wireless configuration and
security.

Summit

Optional?

LXE 802.11 b/g Radio x No

Summit® Client Utility x No

Bluetooth Client x Yes

LXE Bluetooth Printers and Scanners x Yes

520MHz x No

128MB RAM x No

128MB Flash x No

SE955 Laser Scanner x Yes

EV-15 Linear Imager x Yes

5300 2D Imager x Yes

Triple-Tap keypad x No

Alpha-Mode keypad x Yes

CE 5.0 x No

Voice x Yes

RFTerm® x Yes

JAVA® x Yes

AppLock x Yes

The MX8 has one mini SD card interface for storage of User data. Use only LXE-qualified SD

Cards (see Accessories).

The MX8 does not have a Bluetooth managed LED.

The MX8 is not approved for use in Hazardous Locations.

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Overview 3

Important Battery Information

Note: This mobile device’s backup battery maintains it’s charge by drawing power from the

main battery pack. Always store unused devices with a fully charged main batt ery p ack
installed. LXE recommends an in-use mobile device be frequently connected to an
external power source to maintain optimum power levels in the main battery pack and the
backup battery. When the backup battery and main bat t ery pack are dead, the mobile
device reverts to the last saved setup defaults when a fully charged main battery pack is
installed and the device is powered On again.

| Settings | Control Panel | Battery tab.

Tap

• Until the main battery and backup battery are completely depleted, the MX8 is always

drawing power from the batteries (On).

• New batteries must be fully charged prior to use.

• Whenever possible, use the AC power adapter with the MX8 to conserve the main battery

and recharge the backup battery. The backup battery receives power from the main
battery.

• When the MX8 is connected to AC power and the main battery is being hotswapped, do

not disconnect AC power from the MX8 until a main battery is secured in the battery well.

• Ni-MH backup battery replacement must be performed by qualified service personnel.

CAUTION

ATTENTION

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE.

DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

II y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie.

Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du même type ou d’un type equivalent
recommandé par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées
conformément aux instructions du fabricant.

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Document Conventions

ALL CAPS All caps are used to represent disk directories, file names, and application names.

Menu | Choice

“Quotes” or

Italics

< > Indicates a key on the keypad (for example, <Enter> ).

ATTENTION Keyword that indicates vital or pivotal information to follow.

Note: Keyword that indicates immediately relevant information.

CAUTION

WARNING

DANGER

Rather than use the phrase “choose the Save command from the File menu”, this guide uses
the convention “choose File | Save”.

Indicates the title of a book, chapter or a section within a chapter (for example, “Document
Conventions” and Document Conventions).

Indicates a reference to other documentation.

Attention symbol that indicates vital or pivotal information to follow. Also, when marked
on product, means to refer to the user’s guide.

International fuse replacement symbol. When marked on the product, the label includes
fuse ratings in volts (v) and amperes (a) for the product.

Keyword that indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury.

Keyword that indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.

Keyword that indicates a imminent hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.

Environmental Specifications

Operating Temperature 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°C) [non-condensing]

Storage Temperature -4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C) [non-condensing]

Water and Dust IEC 60529 compliant to IP54

Operating Humidity 5% to 90% non-condensing at 104°F (40°C)

Vibration Based on MIL Std 810D

ESD 8 kV air, 4kV contact

Bluetooth Range 32.8 feet (10 meters) Direct line of sight only.

The CF Bluetooth Radio in the LXE MX8 is Bluetooth Special Interest
Group (SIG) Qualified and is listed as EPLs (End Product Listings) and with
QDID: B013455.

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Laser Warnings and Labels

• Do not look into the laser’s lens.

• Do not stare directly into the laser beam.

• Do not remove the laser caution labels from the MX8.

• Do not connect the laser barcode aperture to any other device. The laser barcode aperture

is certified for use with the MX8 only.

Caution:

Laser radiation when open. Please read the caution labels.

Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Figure 1 CDRH / IEC 825 Caution

Label Location – MX8, Back

Figure 2 Caution Label – Class 2 Laser Scanner

Continuous Scan Mode

If Continuous Scan Mode has been enabled (default is disabled), the laser is always on and

decoding. Refer to the MX8 Reference Guide, Chapter 4 Scanner. Caution: Laser beam is

emitted continuously. Do not stare into the laser beam.

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Components

Front View

Figure 3 Front of MX8 with Triple-Tap Keypad

1 Imager/Scanner Aperture

2 Speaker

3 System Status LED

4 Scan Button

5 Orange Key (Sticky Key)

6 Blue Key (Sticky Key)

7 Scan Status LED

8 Cable Port

9 On / Off Button

10 Alpha Mode LED

Diamond Number Keys

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Back View

Figure 4 Back

1 Imager/Scanner Aperture

Trigger Handle Attach Points

2

and
Handstrap Retainer Bracket Attach Points

3 Main Battery

4 Battery Fastener

5 Cable Ports (I/O Port)

Note: The touch screen stylus is tethered to the handstrap or the trigger handle.

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Scanner / Imager Aperture

CAUTION: Never stare directly into the beam aperture. Read the previous section “Laser

Warnings and Labels” before using the scanner/imager.

Figure 5 Beam Aperture

Identify the type of integrated imager or laser scanner installed in the MX8 by looking at the type
of plastic lens covering the Beam aperture.

• The No-Scanner option has an opaque lens protecting the MX8 internal components.

• The SE955 laser barcode scanner has a red lens protecting the laser engine.

• The EV-15 integrated imager has a clear lens protecting the imager engine.

• The 5300 2D imager has an opaque lens protecting the imager engine.

Trigger Handle

Note: Either the trigger handle is attached to the MX8 or the handstrap is attached, not both.

Figure 6 Trigger Handle (Optional)

1 Scan Aperture 3 Handle

2 Trigger 4 Tether Attach Point

LXE recommends that, in the absence of a trigger handle, the handstrap be used at all
times. The stylus is tethered to the handstrap or the trigger handle.

Refer to the MX8 Reference Guide for Trigger Handle installation instruction.

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Handstrap

Figure 7 Handstrap (Optional)

1 Handstrap Retainer Bracket

2 Handstrap

3 Handstrap Clip

Note: Either the trigger handle is attached to the MX8 or the handstrap is attached, not both.

LXE recommends that, in the absence of a trigger handle, the handstrap be used at all
times. The stylus is tethered to the handstrap or the trigger handle. LXE pre-installs the
handstrap when the MX8 is purchased without a trigger handle.

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I/O Port and Cables

Note: There is no IR port on the MX8. Tethered scanners are not supported on the MX8.

Figure 8 I/O Port and Cables

Cable: Multipurpose RS-232 and Power

MX8A055MULTICBLDA9F

Cable: Multipurpose USB and Power

MX8A052MULTICBLUSB

Adapter/Cable : Audio

MX8A060ADPTCBLVOICE

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MX8 AC Adapter

AC Adapter and AC Power Cable

Figure 9 5V AC Adapter - Assembled

The MX8 AC Power Adapters (MX8A301CRDLPSAC and MX8A302CRDLPSACWW) are only
intended for use with the MX8 multi-purpose cables and the MX8 Desktop Cradle.

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Note: Tethered scanners connected to the MX8 I/O port are not supported by LXE.

Figure 10 MX8 Cabling Options

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In Brief . . .

Quick Start

Note: When your mobile device is pre-configured, the client, keypad and scan aperture

configurations are assembled by LXE to your specifications. The desktop will display a
Summit Client Utility icon.

This section’s instructions are based on the assumption that your new device is pre-configured and
requires only accessory installation (e.g. stylus) and a power source. LXE recommends that
installation or removal of accessories be performed on a clean, well-lit surface. When necessary,
protect the work surface, the mobile device, and components from electrostatic discharge.

In general, the sequence of events is:

1. Insert a fully charged battery. (Always put a fully charged battery in the mobile device at the

beginning of the shift or workday.)

2. Connect an external power source to the unit (if available).

3. If the screen does not automatically display, tap the Power key.

4. Calibrate the touchscreen.

5. A white screen will appear during the boot process until all CAB files and applications are

loaded and installed. Wireless client setup screens may appear and disappear while files are
loading.

6. After all files are loaded and the Microsoft Windows CE Desktop is displayed, adjust audio

volume and other parameters if desired.

If needed, change the Time and Date from it’s default value by tapping the
Panel | Date/Time icon.

Figure 11 MX8 Desktop

| Settings | Control

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Troubleshooting

AppLock is installed and running on the mobile device. AppLock

Can’t calibrate the touch screen,
change the date/time or adjust the
volume.

restricts User access to running programs. Changes or modifications
require Administrator access.

Refer to AppLock in the MX8 Reference Guide for setup and

processing information.

RFterm opens and runs upon each
cold reset and warm reset.

The MX8 seems to lockup as soon
as it is warm booted.

Related Manuals for Startup

Integrated Scanner Programming Guide – contains programming barcodes used when setting
up integrated scan engines.

• SE955 scanner barcode reading parameters, refer to Chapter 2 in the Integrated Scanner

Programming Guide.

• Intermec EV-15 linear imager, refer to Chapter 3 in the Integrated Scanner Programming

Guide.

• 5300 2D imager, refer to Chapter 5 in the Integrated Scanner Programming Guide.

MX8 Reference Guide – contains instruction, technical and troubleshooting information for
software and hardware functions.

MX8 Multi-Charger User’s Guide – contains user, technical and troubleshooting information for
the MX8 battery Multi-Charger.

MX8 Cradle Reference Guide – contains user, technical and troubleshooting information for the
MX8 docking cradles.

Tap File | Exit to close the RFTerm application. When installed,
RFTerm opens and runs by default after every reset.

There may be small delays while the wireless client connects to the
network, authorization for Voxware-enabled applications complete,
Wavelink Avalanche management of the MX8 startup completes, and
Bluetooth relationships establish or re-establish.

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Inserting Fully Charged Battery

CAUTION

ATTENTION

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.

DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

II y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie.

Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du même type ou d’un type equivalent recommandé par
le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant.

Press the Power key after the battery is inserted into the MX8.

Note: On first use the MX8 batteries should be charged with an external power source (i.e. AC

Adapter) – 5 hours for the main battery and 7 hours for the backup battery. New main
battery packs alone must be charged prior to first use – this process takes up to five
hours in an MX8 Multi-Charger.

The MX8 Battery Compartment is located at the bottom of the back of the computer. The main
battery functions as the battery well cover.

Push the battery locking tab towards the I/O connector until it stays in place. Place the battery in
the battery well, making sure the tab at the top of the battery pack fits into the slot at the top end of
the battery well. With a hinging motion, slip the battery down into the battery well until the
locking tab clicks into place and the battery pack is secured to the MX8.

The backup battery is trickle-charged by the main battery. Whenever possible, use the AC power
adapter with the MX8 to conserve the main battery and charge the backup battery.

The Status LED indicates battery condition. It is steady red when the main battery is Low. When
the battery has sufficient energy the Status LED is unlit. The Battery control panel displays main
and backup battery charging and power status (

Checking Battery Status

Tap the | Settings | Control Panel | Battery icon. Main battery level, backup battery level, status
and other details are displayed.

Figure 12 Lithium Ion Battery Pack

| Settings | Control Panel | Battery).

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About Lithium-Ion Batteries

Li-Ion batteries (like all batteries) gradually lose their capacity over time (in a linear fashion) and
never just stop working. This is important to remember – the MX8 is always ‘on’ even when in the
Suspend state and draws power from the batteries at all times. Tap the
| Power tab to check the battery status and power reading.

The following chart is an approximation. Actual battery capacity varies based on usage, ambient
temperature and peripherals drawing power from the MX8:

100% capacity 2800 mAh minimum
80% capacity 2280 mAh minimum

Deciding when to put a fully charged main battery pack in the MX8 is difficult to quantify because
it is very application specific. 2000 mAh may be the cutoff for one customer who uses the mobile
device frequently, while 1500 mAh may be perfectly fine for a customer who occasionally uses
the mobile device. You need to determine the point at which battery life becomes unacceptable for
your business practices and replace the main battery pack before that point.

| Settings | Control Panel

Tapping the Power Key

Note: Refer to the section titled Power Modes in the “MX8 Reference Guide” for information

relating to the power states of the MX8.

Important: Until the main battery and backup battery are completely depleted, the

MX8 is always drawing power from the batteries (On).

The Power key is located at the bottom of the keypad. When a battery is inserted in the MX8 for
the first time press the Power key.

Tapping the Power key places the MX8 immediately in Suspend mode.

Tapping the Power key again immediately returns the MX8 from Suspend.

or

Tap

| Suspend.

Power

Key

Figure 13 Power Key Location

See Also: LED Indicators and System Status LED later in this guide.
See Also: Reboot Sequence in MX8 Hand Held Computer for reboot options and instruction.

Power Key Location

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Tapping the Touchscreen with a Stylus

Note: Always use the point of the stylus for tapping or making strokes on the touchscreen.

Never use an actual pen, pencil, sharp or abrasive object to write on the touchscreen.

Hold the stylus as if it were a pen or pencil. Touch an element on the screen with the tip of the
stylus then remove the stylus from the screen. Place the stylus into the stylus holder when the
stylus is not in use.

Like using a mouse to left-click icons on a desktop computer screen, using the stylus to tap icons
on the touchscreen is the basic action that can:

• Open applications

• Choose menu commands

• Select options in dialog boxes or drop-down boxes

• Drag the slider in a scroll bar

• Select text by dragging the stylus across the text

• Place the cursor in a text box prior to typing in data or retrieving data using the Scan

button or an input/output device connected to the serial port.

• A mouse right-click is performed by holding the stylus down on the touchscreen. A circle

of dots appear and then the right-click operation can be performed. See note.

Note: A “right mouse click” function must be programmed by the customer to accept a Tap and

Keypad Shortcuts

Use keyboard shortcuts instead of the stylus:

• Press <Tab> and an <Arrow> key to select a file.

• Once you’ve selected a file, press <Enter> to open the file or press <Alt> then press

• Press <Del> to delete a file.

• To force the Start menu to display, press <Ctrl> and release, press <Blue> and release,

See the section titled Accessories for the stylus replacement kit part number.

Hold function. An application can choose to interpret this function as a right mouse click.
LXE does not support non-LXE application pro gramming.

<Enter> to open its Properties dialog.

then press <Esc> (the Alt key).

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Calibrating the Touchscreen

If the touchscreen is not responding properly to stylus taps, you may need to recalibrate the
touchscreen. Recalibration involves tapping the center of a target. If you miss the center, keep the
stylus on the screen, slide it over the target’s center, and then lift the stylus.

If the touchscreen is not accepting taps or needs recalibration, press <Ctrl>+<Blue>+<Alt> to
force the Start Menu to appear.

To recalibrate the screen, select

To begin, tap the Recalibrate button on the screen with the stylus.

Figure 14 Touchscreen Recalibration

Follow the instructions on the screen and press the Enter key to save the new calibration settings
or press Esc to cancel or quit.

| Settings | Control Panel | Stylus | Calibration tab.

Set Time Zone (Optional)

Note: The first time it is powered up, or the device returns from a Cold Reset, the MX8 resets

the Time Zone to the factory default values (GMT-05:00 Eastern Time).

To set the Time Zone, tap the Start | Settings | Control Panel | Date/Time icon.

Select the physical time zone. Enable the checkbox next to ‘Automatically adjust clock for
daylight saving’ if applicable.

If required, adjust the time and calendar date and tap the Apply button. Tap the OK button when
you are finished or the X button to ignore any changes.

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Entering the AppLock Activation Key

Hotkey (Activation Hotkey)

If the mobile device uses LXE’s AppLock to allow the user to switch between applications, the
default Activation key is <Ctrl>+<Spc>. The key sequence switches the focus between one
application and another. Data entry affects the application running in the foreground only. Note
that the system administrator may have assigned a different key sequence to use when switching
applications.

Touch

Note: The touch panel must be enabled.

Tap the Switchpad taskbar icon to place the popup menu on screen. Tap one of the application
names in the popup menu. The selected application is brought to the foreground while the other
application continues to run in the background. Stylus taps affect the application running in the
foreground only.

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Optional Accessory Installation

Attaching Handstrap (Optional)

Note: Either the trigger handle is attached to the MX8 or the handstrap is attached, not both.

LXE recommends that, in the absence of a trigger handle, the handstrap be used at all
times. Refer to the “MX8 Reference Guide” for instructions on installing the Trigger
Handle (a torque wrench will be required).

Once installed, the handstrap provides a means for the user to secure the computer to their hand. It
is adjustable to fit practically any size hand and does not interfere with the multipurpose cable, if
connected, when the mobile device is in a cradle. Loosen the top strap of the handstrap to allow
access to the battery well.

Figure 15 Attaching the Handstrap

1 Handstrap Retainer Bracket

2 Handstrap and tethered stylus

3 Handstrap Clip

Tool Required: #1 Phillips Screwdriver (not supplied by LXE)

Installation

1. Place the MX8, with the screen facing down, on a flat stable surface.

2. Attach the handstrap retainer bracket to the MX8 with the screws provided.

3. Slip the Handstrap Clip into the bracket at the base of the MX8.

4. Making sure the closed loop fastener surfaces on the handstrap are facing up, slide the strap

through the pin in the retainer bracket and the clip.

5. Fold each end of the the strap over so that the closed loop fastener surfaces mate evenly.

6. Test the strap's connection making sure the MX8 is securely connected to each end of the

strap connectors.

Check the closed loop fastener, retainer bracket and clip connections frequently. If they have
loosened, they must be tightened before the MX8 is placed into service again. If the handstrap gets
worn or damaged, it must be replaced.

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