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Notices
LXE Inc. reserves the right to make improvements or changes in the products described in this guide 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 publication and to make changes to it from time to time without any obligation to
notify any person or organization of such revision or changes.
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LXE Inc.
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.
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Front Views ............................................................................................................................................. 5
Back View ...............................................................................................................................................6
AC Adapter..............................................................................................................................................7
Cleaning the Glass Display/Scanner Aperture....................................................................................... 29
Adjusting the Display Backlight............................................................................................30
Set the Display Backlight Brightness ....................................................................................................30
Set the Display Backlight Timer............................................................................................................30
Setting the Power Schemes Timers......................................................................................31
Battery Power Scheme........................................................................................................................... 31
AC Power Scheme.................................................................................................................................31
Setting The Audio Speaker Volume......................................................................................32
Using the Keypad .................................................................................................................................. 32
Using the Touchscreen .......................................................................................................................... 33
The Keypads ...........................................................................................................................34
LED Indicators.......................................................................................................................................35
System Status......................................................................................................................................35
Standard Keys........................................................................................................................................36
Function Keys........................................................................................................................................36
Orange and Blue Keys......................................................................................................................37
Field Exit............................................................................................................................................. 37
Main Battery.......................................................................................................................................... 41
Figure 2 Caution Label – Class 2 Laser Scanner ..............................................................................................4
Figure 3 Front Components ..............................................................................................................................5
Figure 4 Back Components...............................................................................................................................6
Figure 6 AC Adapter.........................................................................................................................................7
Figure 7 Handle and Handstrap.........................................................................................................................9
Figure 8 Main Battery Pack ............................................................................................................................12
Figure 9 Power Key Location.........................................................................................................................13
Figure 19 Scan Status LED.............................................................................................................................24
Figure 35 Installing the Cradle U-Bracket......................................................................................................49
Figure 36 Installing the RAM Assembly ........................................................................................................51
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Overview
Introduction
The LXE® MX7 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 radio and it can store information for later transmission through an RS-232 or
USB port. Bluetooth® radio is not supported by LXE.
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. Keypads are
available in 55-key alphanumeric and 32-key numeric-alpha
versions. Also available is a 5250 55-key keypad overlay.
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.
The attached stylus is used to assist in entering data and configuring the mobile device. Protective
film for the touchscreen is available as an accessory. A trigger handle is available as an accessory.
The MX7 is powered by a 2200 mAh Lithium-Ion main battery pack and an internal NiCd b ackup
battery.
Important
If the mobile device has AppLock installed, please refer to the “MX7 Reference Guide”,
“Chapter 4 – AppLock” for setup and processing information before continuing.
When you are ready to set up the radio, security and wireless parameters, please refer to
the “MX7 Reference Guide”, “Chapter 5 – Wireless Network Configuration”.
Related Manuals
If you need to set up the integrated SE824 or SE1524 scanner barcode reading parameters,
please refer to Chapter 2 in the “Integrated Scanner Programming Guide” on the LXE Manuals
CD or the LXE ServicePass website.
If you need to set up the Intermec EV15 linear imager, please refer to Chapter 3 in the “Integrated
Scanner Programming Guide”.
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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 MX7 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 MX7 to conserve the main battery
and recharge the backup battery.
• When a new battery is installed in the MX7 for the first time (or when the backup battery
is completely depleted), the Time and Date reverts to it’s default values.
Tap
| Settings | Control Panel | Date/Time tab.
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN
CAUTION
ATTENTION
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”
< > Indicates a key on the keypad (for example, <Enter> ).
ATTENTION
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”).
Indicates a reference to other documentation.
Keyword that indicates vital or pivotal information to follow.
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
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
14°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°C) [non-condensing]
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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 MX7.
• Do not connect the laser barcode window to any other device. The laser barcode
window is certified for use with the MX7 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 – MX7, Back
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Figure 2 Caution Label – Class 2 Laser Scanner
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Components
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Figure 3 Front Components
1 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” Lock LED
Diamond Number Keys
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Note: Either the trigger handle is attached to the MX7 or the handstrap is attached, not both.
LXE recommends that, in the absence of a trigger handle, the handstrap be used at all
times.
LXE pre-installs the handstrap when the MX7 is purchased without a trigger handle.
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In Brief . . .
Quick Start
Note: When your mobile device is pre-configured, the radio, keypad and scan aperture
configurations are assembled by LXE to your specifications.
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.
This guide takes you through an introduction to and operation of the MX7.
1. Insert a fully charged main battery pack.
device at the beginning of the shift or workday.)
2. Connect an external power source to the unit (if required).
3. If the screen does not automatically display, tap the Power key.
(Always put a fully charged battery in the mobile
4. Calibrate the touchscreen.
5. After all files are loaded and the Desktop is displayed, adjust audio volume and other
If needed, change the Time and Date from it’s default value by tapping the
Panel | Date/Time icon.
Troubleshooting
Can’t calibrate the touch
screen, change the
date/time or adjust the
volume.
parameters if desired.
| Settings | Control
AppLock is installed and running on the mobile device. AppLock
restricts User access to running programs. Changes or
modifications require Administrator access.
Refer to the “MX7 Reference Guide”, “Chapter 4 - AppLock” for
setup and processing information.
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Inserting Fully Charged Battery
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN
CAUTION
ATTENTION
Note: The unit will not function unless the main battery pack is in place and securely latched.
Be sure to place the mobile device in suspend before removing the battery. If you don’t,
you may lose all unsaved data.
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.
Figure 8 Main Battery Pack
The main battery is located in a compartment on the back of the unit. To insert or replace the
battery, complete the following steps:
1. Place the MX7 in Suspend mode.
2. Detach the bottom hook of the handstrap (if installed).
3. Press the battery locking tab up to release the main battery pack. The battery case serves as
the back cover for the battery well for the MX7.
4. Pull the battery up and out of the battery well with a hinge motion. Place the discharged
battery pack in a powered battery charger/analyzer.
5. Tilt the end (without the latch) of the fully charged battery pack into the upper end of the
battery compartment, and firmly press the other end (with the latch) until it is fully inserted
into the battery compartment.
6. Push down on the battery pack until it clicks into place.
7. Replace the handstrap clip in its holder.
Note: The battery should not be replaced in a dirty, harsh or hazardous environment. When the
battery is out of the MX7, any dust or moisture that enters the battery compartment can
get into the main unit, potentially causing damage.
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Tapping the Power Key
Note: Refer to the section titled "Power Modes" in the “MX7 Reference Guide” for information
relating to the power states of the MX7.
Important: Until the main battery and backup battery are completely depleted, the
MX7 is always drawing power from the batteries (On).
When a battery is inserted in the MX7 for the first time press the Power key.
Tapping the Power key places the MX7 immediately in Suspend mode.
Tapping the Power key again immediately returns the MX7 from Suspend.
or
Tap
| Suspend.
55 Key
Figure 9 Power Key Location
See section “LED Indicators” and “System Status LED” later in this guide.
Power
Key
32 Key
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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 or sharp 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. Firmly press 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-do w n bo xes
• 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 integrated
barcode scanner or an input/output device connected to the serial port.
A stylus replacement kit containing 10 stylus’ can be ordered from LXE. See the section titled
“Accessories” for the stylus replacement kit part number.
Note: A “right mouse click” function must be programmed by the customer to accept a constant
Keypad Shortcuts
Use keyboard shortcuts instead of the stylus:
• Press <Tab> and an <Arrow> key to select a file.
• Press <Shift> and an <Arrow> key to select several files.
• Once you’ve selected a file, press <Alt> then press <Enter> to open its Properties dialog.
• Press <Del> to delete a file.
• To force the Start menu to display, press <Ctl> and release, press <Blue> and release, then
stream of left mouse click messages. An application can choose to interpret this stream of
messages as a right mouse click. LXE does not support non-LXE application
programming.
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>+<Esc> to force the
Start Menu to appear.
To recalibrate the screen, select
To begin, tap the Recalibrate button on the screen with the stylus.
| Settings | Control Panel | Stylus | Calibration tab.
Figure 10 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.
Checking Battery Status
Tap the | Settings | Control Panel | Battery icon. Main battery level, backup battery level,
status and other details are displayed.
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Optional Accessory Installation
Installing Trigger Handle (Optional)
Note: Either the trigger handle is attached to the MX7 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 MX7 can be purchased with a customer-installable trigger handle. The handle is shipped with
a wrist strap. The handle enables the user of the MX7 to hold the mobile device comfortably while
pointing and activating the scanner with one hand. With the handle installed, the MX7 can balance
on a tabletop supported by the nose of the mobile device and the bottom of the handle.
Pressing the trigger on the handle activates the laser scanner / imager. The trigger performs the
same function as the Scan key on the keypad. With the handle installed the Scan key on the
keypad remains active.
The handle is built of a durable and flexible plastic with a rubber grip that will no t detach from the
MX7 if the unit is dropped. The trigger handle is a mechanical device. Battery or external A/C
power is not required for operation of the trigger handle. The trigger handle does not need to be
removed when replacing the main battery. The trigger handle does not contain a battery pack.
Figure 11 Handle Attach Points
Handle Installation
1. Place the MX7, with the screen facing down, on a flat stable surface.
2. Remove the main battery pack.
3. Slide the locking tab on the underside of the pistol grip into the slot at the back of the battery
compartment and press it firmly into place.
4. Ensure that the battery can be inserted into the battery compartment before secu ring the pistol
grip handle into place.
5. Attach the pistol grip handle to the MX7 (as shown above) with the set of two screws and
washers provided.
6. Test the handle's connection making sure the MX7 is securely connected to the handle.
Periodically check the pistol grip handle for wear and the connection for tightness. If the handle
gets worn or damaged, it must be replaced. If the pistol grip connection loosens, it must be
tightened before the MX7 is placed in service.
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Attaching Handstrap
Note: Either the trigger handle is attached to the MX7 or the handstrap is attached, not both.
LXE recommends that, in the absence of a trigger handle, the handstrap be used at all
times. LXE pre-installs the handstrap on devices that are purchased without a trigger
handle.
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.
Tool Required: #1 Phillips Screwdriver (not supplied by LXE)
Installation
1. Place the MX7, with the screen facing down, on a flat stable surface.
2. Attach the handstrap retainer bracket to the MX7 with the screws provided.
3. Slip the Handstrap Clip into the bracket at the base of the MX7.
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 th e 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 MX7 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 MX7 is placed into service again.
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Assembling the AC Power Adapter
The LXE-approved AC Power Adapter is only intended for use in a 25°C (77°F) maximum
ambient temperature environment.
Figure 13 AC Power Adapter Assembly
• Firmly press the female end of the power cable into the male connector on the power
adapter.
• Plug the 3-prong cable into an AC wall outlet. AC power is now being supplied to the
power adapter.
Press the power cable connector pin from the power adapter into the connector on the (USB/Power
or RS-232/Power) cable attached to the base of the MX7.
AC power is now being supplied to the MX7.
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Connecting the Multipurpose USB / Power Cable
Figure 14 Connect the USB / Power Cable to the MX7 Port
Connector A Squeeze the clips on the connector cable to open the catches in the connector
assembly. Firmly press Connector A into the connector at the base of the MX7.
Release the clips in the connector cable. Test the connection for stability before
connecting the B or C connector.
Connector B Firmly push the power cable connector pin into connector B until you hear a
slight click. Plug the 3-prong cable into an AC wall outlet.
Connector C Insert the USB Type A plug into an appropriate USB port on a desktop/laptop
computer for ActiveSync communication.
Connecting the Multipurpose RS-232 / Power Cable
B
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Figure 15 Connect the RS-232 / Power Cable to the MX7 Port
Connector A Squeeze the clips on the connector cable to open the catches in the connector
assembly. Firmly press Connector A into the connector at the base of the MX7.
Release the clips in the connector cable. Test the connection for stability before
connecting the B or C connector.
Connector B Firmly push the power cable connector pin into connector B until you hear a
slight click. Plug the 3-prong cable into an AC wall outlet.
Connector C Align the RS-232 serial cable end carefully to an appropriate serial port on a
desktop/laptop computer for ActiveSync communication. Press the ends together
and hand tighten the screws on either side of the serial cable until the MX7 is
securely connected to the serial device.
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