Model 6600 Computer
USER'S GUIDE
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PN: 961-028-084
Revision A
March 1997
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Copyright 1995 Intermec Technologies Corporation. All rights reserved.
Acknowledgements
AS/400, IBM, Microchannel, PS/2, and OS/2 are registered trademarks of
International Business Machines Corporation.
Borland C and C++ for Windows are trademarks of Borland International, Inc.
Ethernet is a trademark of Xerox Corporation.
MICROĆCLEAN II is a registered trademark of Foresight International, Inc.
Microsoft, MS, MSĆDOS, and Windows are registered trademarks and Visual Basic
for Windows, and Windows for Pen are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
PenRight! and PenRight! Pro are trademarks of PenRight Corporation.
FCC Computer Compliance
" NOTICE
This equipment meets Class B digital device limits per Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits
protect against interference in a residential area. It emits, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy. If you do not install and use the equipment according to its instructions, it may interfere with radio signals. However, these 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 our 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 radio or television receiving antenna.
" Increase the separation between the computer equipment and receiver.
" Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
radio or television receiver is connected.
" Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help.
Canadian Computer Compliance
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le material boilleur du Canada
Telephone Installation Warning Notices
The following notices apply to equipment that may be connected to telephone lines or systems.
For your personal safety, and to protect this equipment from potential electrical or physical
damage, do NOT connect equipment to telephone lines or data communication equipment
unless the following warnings have been read, understood, and complied with.
" Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
" Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically de-
signed for wet locations.
" Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has
been disconnected at the network interface.
" Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
" Avoid using telephone (other than cordless type) during an electrical storm. There
may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
" Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
Installation du téléphone : avertissements
Les avertissements qui suivent s’appliquent à tout équipement qui peut être branché aux lignes
ou systèmes téléphoniques. Pour votre sécurité personnelle et pour protéger l’équipement de
tout dommage électrique ou physique potentiel, NE PAS brancher un ordinateur tablette
électronique ou ses périphériques aux lignes téléphoniques ou équipements avant que les
avertissements suivants aient été lus, compris et observés :
" Ne jamais installer de câblage téléphonique pendant un orage électrique.
" Ne jamais installer de prise téléphonique dans un endroit humide à moins que la
prise ait été spécifiquement conçue pour être utilisée dans les endroits humides.
" Ne jamais toucher les fils de téléphone ou de l’équipement terminal non isolés à
moins que la ligne téléphonique n’ait été débranchée de l’interface réseau.
" User de prudence lors de l’installation ou de la modification de lignes téléphoni-
ques.
" Éviter d’utiliser un téléphone (autre qu’un appareil téléphonique sans fil) pendant
un orage électrique. Il pourrait y avoir un faible risque d’électrocution par la
foudre.
" Ne pas utiliser le téléphone afin de signaler une fuite de gaz à proximité de la fuite.
Labels and Warnings
The following pages show the locations of labels that may be attached to this product. Certain important information from those labels is recreated here for your convenience. In addition, safety warnings are repeated in this section, whether they
appear on individual labels or not.
Our product labels typically provide the following types of information:
" date of manufacture
" product model and serial number
" agency compliance standards such as FCC, TUV, CE
" agency-required safety warnings
Certain personnel safety warnings may be required by law. Hazardous emission or explosion/
fire hazard warnings must appear on the product. All safety warnings are shown here or on the
following pages.
Lithium Battery Notices
WARNING: The battery can explode if it is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent battery type.
AVERTISSEMENT: La batterie au lithium peut exploser si elle est replacée de manière
incorrecte. Elle ne doit être remplacée que par une batterie identique ou
similaire.
WARNING: Lithium batteries can explode if they are overcharged or if they are placed
incorrectly in a charging device.
AVERTISSEMENT: Les batteries au lithium peuvent exploser ou prendre feu si elles sont trop
chargées à cause d’une mauvaise installation de la station d’accueil.
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CONTENTS
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SECTION 1
General Information
Introduction: About this Manual 1-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Summary of Sections 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Computer Description 1-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Portable Computers 1-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Model 6600 Computer 1-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Software Compatibility 1-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Computer Description 1-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Display 1-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls (or, switches) 1-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connectors 1-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Compartment Doors (illustration w/instruction) 1-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 1-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 2
Options and Accessories
Options 2-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessories 2-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Direct-connect Vehicle Power Cables 2-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AC Power Adapter 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
External Battery Chargers 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Docks 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Dock 2-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Single Dock 2-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multidock 2-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Printers 2-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessory Cables 2-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tethered Pen Accessory Kit 2-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustable Handstrap 2-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Neck or Shoulder Strap 2-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pen Holder Accessory 2-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SECTION 3
Operation
General Information
PCMCIA Cards 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing Cards 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing Cards 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Memory and PC Card Options 3-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Information 3-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Required Tools and Equipment 3-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ESD Safety 3-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hand Tools 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Precautions 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Internal PC Card Device 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Prepare Drive for Installation 3-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation and Reassembly 3-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Memory Installation Procedures 3-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 3-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation and Reassembly 3-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Batteries 3-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Battery Installation 3-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charging 3-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Computer Startup
General Information and Startup Procedures 3-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reset Switch 3-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Input/Output
Input 3-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Pen 3-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Integrated Scanner 3-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Output 3-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Two-way communication 3-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 4
Maintenance
Introduction
Maintenance Procedures
Batteries 4-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Battery Pack 4-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Capacity 4-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Backup Battery 4-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Pen Tip Replacement 4-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning Instructions 4-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Case and Display 4-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Surface Connectors 4-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Factory Service 4-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product Service Information Card 4-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 5
Vehicle Installation
Installation Guidelines 5-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction to Installation 5-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Cable Routing 5-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cable Length 5-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
When Installing a Printer 5-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guidelines 5-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Cable Connections 5-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cut and Strip the Battery Cable 5-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Prepare the Cable Ends 5-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connection to Side-mounted Terminals 5-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connection to Top-mounted Terminals 5-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Secure the Power Cable 5-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fasten Ground Cable 5-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mechanical Installation 5-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Final Connections 5-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Dock Alone 5-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Dock and Printer 5-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Vehicle Dock 5-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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APPENDIX A
Norand Utilities Program
Introduction A-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Conventions A-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Screens A-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pop-Up Menus A-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drop Down Lists A-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keyboard Standards A-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Screen Diagrams A-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Menu Entry Point A-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Language Selection Menu A-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PROGRAM LOAD/MAIN MENU A-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pop-Up A A-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pop-Up C & D A-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pop-Up E A-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Modem Parameters A-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pop-Up A A-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pop-Up A16 A-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Communication Status A-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Comm Settings Menu A-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pop-Up A A-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advanced Utilities Menu A-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pop-Up A A-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pop-Up D1 A-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
APPENDIX B
Connector Pinout Information
Connector Pin Definitions B-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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FIGURES
Figure 1-1, The Model 6600 Computer 1-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1-2, The Model 6600 Computer 1-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1-3, Connectors 1-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1-4, Compartment Doors 1-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-1, Direct-connect Vehicle Power Cables 2-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-2, AC Power Adapter 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-3, Single Dock 2-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-4, Tethered Pen Accessory Kit 2-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-5, Adjustable Handstrap 2-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-6, Adjusting the Handstrap 2-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-7, Closing the Handstrap 2-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-8, Neck or Shoulder Strap 2-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-9, Adhesive Pad and Pen Holder Clip 2-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-10, Pen Holder Clips 2-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2-11, Computer with Pen Holder Accessory 2-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3-1, PC Card Compartment Door 3-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3-2, PC Card Slots 3-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3-3, Prepare Computer for Upgrades 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3-4, Remove Access Panel 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3-5, Install PC Card Device in Drive 3-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3-6, Install PC Card Drive 3-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3-7, RAM and FLASH Access 3-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3-8, Remove DRAM Board 3-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3-9, Install FLASH Board 3-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3-10, Reinstall DRAM Board 3-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3-11, Install Main Battery 3-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3-12, Charging Configurations 3-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3-13, Reset Switch 3-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4-1, Battery Pack Capacity Check 4-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 4-2, Pen Tip Replacement 4-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5-1, Strip the Battery Cable 5-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5-2, Prepare Cable Ends 5-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5-3, Side-Mount Battery Terminals 5-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5-4, Top-Mount Battery Terminals 5-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5-5, Secure Cable 5-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5-6, Vehicle Mount 5-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5-7, Remove Mounting Base 5-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5-8, Attach Base to Dock 5-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Figure 5-9, Vehicle Dock 5-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5-10, Dock Connectors 5-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5-11, Vehicle Dock Mechanical Features 5-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TABLES
Table B-1, Keyboard min-DIN Connector B-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table B-2, 9-pin D-subminiature Serial Connector B-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table B-3, 15-pin D-subminiature External VGA Connector B-3. . . . . . . . . .
Table B-4, 18-pin Docking Connector B-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 1 General Information
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Section 1
General Information
Introduction: About this Manual
This manual is divided into five sections plus appendixes. Sections 1, 2, 3,
and 4 are for the end-user, while Section 5 is intended for the vehicle installation technician. The main sections are:
Section 1 General Information
Section 2 Options and Accessories
Section 3 Operation
Section 4 Maintenance
Section 5 Vehicle Installation
Appendixes
SECTION 1 General Information
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Summary of Sections
Section 1, General Information
Tells how this manual is organized, contains a summary of each section, and
describes the computer.
Section 2, Options and Accessories
Tells how to connect, install, or set up options and accessories.
Section 3, Operation
This section tells how to put the unit into operation for the first time.
Section 4, Maintenance
This section contains routine care and maintenance instructions.
Section 5, Vehicle Installation
This section tells how to wire and install a vehicle mount.
Appendixes
These contain firmware and certain optional hardware information.
SECTION 1 General Information
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Computer Description
Portable Computers
Hand-Held Computers are used by mobile workers to quickly and accurately capture information, print reports, dispatch competitive analysis, and to
support field maintenance and sales automation.
Technical advancements help make today’s hand-held computers suitable
for many other uses.
These units are battery operated, making them extremely portable and wellsuited to route industries such as beverage, bakery, snack, and dairy distribution operations. Other uses are found in service industries, factory
quality assurance programs, and transportation.
Typically, programs or data are loaded (“downloaded”) into the Hand-Held
computer from a PC or mainframe. Depending upon the options built into
the computer, entries are made via screen contact, a keyboard or a scanner.
The hand-held computer typically contains (or can access) a database with
customer and product information. It does calculations based on product
movement, sends information to a printer, and often sends data to a host
computer at the end of the work day.
The Model 6600 Computer
The Model 6600 Hand-Held Computer is a versatile portable data collection
device. It has a large, easily-read display, pen-based data entry, and the
power and speed of a 486DX2 processor. With extensive memory options
and MS-DOS compatibility, the Model 6600 Computer can be expanded to
do many tasks beyond data collection.
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Software Compatibility
Your computer comes with software for battery charging, and for communicating to peripheral devices. This computer also has a software interface for
display control when using windows-type programs.
Since the computer is MS-DOS compatible, there are many general programs and publications available for use with the computer. Programmers
may be interested in commercial pen-based application development tool
kits such as:
DOS-based applications
Power Pen Pal
Professional Pen Pal
PenRight! Pro with Borland or Microsoft C
Microsoft Windows 3.1 and Windows for Workgroups
Windows with Pen Extensions
Microsoft Visual Basic for Windows
Borland C++
PenRight! for Windows
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Computer Description
The following illustrations familiarize you with the external features of the
Model 6600 Computer.
At the beginning of each work day you should inspect the unit and make
sure that the following components are secure:
Battery compartment door
PC card compartment door
Special pen
Handstrap
External connectors
Optional accessory pod
Correct any problems discovered during this inspection before use.
Figure 1-1
The Model 6600 Computer
1. Display
2. Scan activate switch
3. Battery compartment
4. Infrared window
5. Docking connector
6. AC power adapter connector
7. 9-pin D-sub serial connector
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Display
The display shows computer or battery status messages, entries, the most
recent scan, customer or product lists, calculations, and prompts that require
a response from you.
You can use a scanner or the special pen provided with the computer to
make manual entries. The special (passive) pen contains a unique electronic
element which does not require batteries.
Display contrast is adjustable for best viewing, and then automatically compensates for ambient temperature variations. Ambient light detector circuitry automatically sets backlight brightness, which can then be manually adjusted to your needs.
A chemically strengthened glass protects the display from scratches and
other damage that could make the display difficult to read.
Figure 1-2
The Model 6600 Computer
1. Reset switch
2. Contrast controls
3. Backlight brightness controls
4. Suspend or Resume switch
5. Special (passive) pen
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Controls
The computer has only seven (7) external controls (buttons or switches),
which are shown in Figures 1-1 and 1-2. These controls are:
Scanner activation (2 buttons)
Contrast control (2 buttons)
Backlight brightness control (2 buttons), and
Suspend or resume switch
Scanner Buttons
Two scanner buttons, one on either side of the display, allow you to trigger
the optional built-in scanner with either your left or right hand. It is not
necessary to push both buttons to activate the scanner.
Contrast Controls
Two contrast controls (buttons) are located near the lower edge of the display. Both controls are teardrop shaped with the pointed end indicating the
directional effect of the button: the button on the left has its pointed end
toward the display. Press this button to increase (darken) display contrast.
The pointed end of the remaining (right) button is aimed downward: press
it to decrease (lighten) display contrast.
Backlight Brightness Controls
Two backlight brightness controls (buttons) are located near the lower edge
of the display, to the right of the contrast controls. Both backlight controls
are teardrop shaped with the pointed end indicating the directional effect of
the button: the button on the left has its pointed end toward the display.
Press this button to increase backlight brightness. The pointed end of the
remaining (right) button is aimed downward: press it to decrease backlight
brighteness.
Suspend or Resume Switch
The Suspend or Resume switch allows you to suspend operations by manually placing the unit into an almost-off (standby) condition. This will conserve battery power during predictable periods of inactivity. Push the Suspend or Resume switch once to suspend operations; press it again to resume
operations.
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Figure 1-3
Connectors
1. 15-pin D-sub (lift flap to access VGA connector)
2. 6-pin mini-DIN (lift flap to access keyboard connector)
3. RJ-11 (lift flap to access phone jack)
4. Infrared window
5. Docking connector
6. AC power adapter connector
7. 9-pin D-sub serial connector
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Connectors
There are seven external connectors at various locations (see figures 1-1 and
1-3 in this section) on the Model 6600 Computer. An RJ-11 jack connects
to an optional internal modem (jack is present, whether a modem is
installed, or not). In addition, an infrared serial port (IrDA standard) provides wireless two-way communication between the computer and peripheral equipment.
The following connectors can be used for communication between the computer and peripheral equipment:
6-pin miniature DIN (external PS/2 compatible keyboard)
9-pin D-subminiature (serial port connection)
15-pin D-subminiature (external VGA monitor)
Docking connector (docks, Ethernet 10BASE-T)
Pin-jack power adapter (direct connection to AC adapter)
Mini-DIN Connector
This 6-pin miniature DIN connector directly supports PS/2 or PC AT keyboards through an adapter cable. Keyboard signals are also available on the
docking connector to permit the use of an external keyboard when the computer is docked.
Serial Port
This 9-pin D-subminiature connector supports RS-232 signals for two-way
communication between peripheral devices. When the computer is docked,
these same signals are carried on the docking connector and are accessed via
either an RS-232 or RS-485 port on the dock.
VGA Monitor Connector
This 15-pin D-subminiature connector allows the computer to connect to an
external monitor. The maximum size external monitor supported is 800 x
600 with 16 colors or 640 x 480 with 256 colors. The built-in display is
monochrome and does not display colors.
Docking Connector
This connector carries signals between the computer and a dock. In addition to the signals mentioned above, Ethernet 10BASE-T signals can be
routed to the dock.
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NOTE: Turn the latch knobs (below) 1/4-turn counterclockwise to open doors.
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1. PC card compartment door
2. Latch knob (PC card door)
3. Unlock icon
4. Battery compartment door
5. Latch knob (battery compartment door)
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Figure 1-4
Compartment Doors
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Specifications
Physical
Size 10.1” x 8.5” x 2.1” (LWH)
Weight 63 oz. (with battery and without options)
Environmental
Operating temp. –4 to +122°F (–20 to +50 °C)
Storage temp. –22 to +158
°
F (–30 to +70 °C)
Humidity 5 to 95% noncondensing
Electrical
Power Sources lithium ion “Smart” pack
factory-approved external power sources
Charging battery packs charge internally or externally
(stand-alone fast-charged in 2.5 hours, or less)
Communication 6-pin mini-DIN (external PS/2 compatible keyboard)
9-pin D-sub (serial port connector)
15-pin D-sub (external VGA monitor)
RJ-11 jack (with optional modem)
IrDA infrared serial port (115 Kbaud, maximum)
Ethernet 10BASE-T (available on docking station)
Standards FCC Class B, CSA, Cisper 22 Class B, IEC 950, UL
Processor 486DX2, 50MHz
Standard Memory 4MB DRAM (std.), with 8 MB or 16 MB options
Flash Memory 2MB executable (std.), with 4 MB, 6 MB, or 8 MB options
PC Card options two v.2.0 PCMCIA type II slots, usable as single type III
(user accessible)
one v.2.0 PCMCIA type III slot (factory/service accessible)
Display
Type LCD 64 gray scales, 60 % reflective, with contrast ratio
of 8:1, minimum
Size 680 X 480 pixels transflective LCD, 0.23 mm dot pitch
7.2 inch diagonal
Backlight Features CCFL with autosensing brightness control
proximity sensing using special, passive pen
chemically strengthened glass overlay
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SECTION 2 Options and Accessories
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Section 2
Options and Accessories
General Information
Options that can be ordered for the Model 6600 Computer include DRAM
and Flash RAM upgrades, an integrated scanner, an internal modem, and
various built-in wireless (radio or cellular) communication devices.
Accessories are items or devices that, when added to the computer, make it
more convenient to use or that extend its functionality. This section describes currently available accessories.
Options
Memory upgrades
Integrated scanners
Internal modems
PC Card devices
Accessories
AC power adapter
External battery charger(s)
Printers
Single, vehicle, and multidocks
Accessory cables
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Options
Memory Upgrades
Each computer requires a certain minimum amount of memory to operate
properly. This consists of a specified amount of Flash RAM (a form of programmable memory) and DRAM (dynamic, or continuously changeable,
memory). Larger application programs may impose a need for additional
memory and speed of operation is usually faster when more memory is
available. For these reasons, the Model 6600 computer can be ordered with
2M, 4M, 6M, or 8M of flash memory and 4M, 8M or 16M of DRAM
memory options as well. Other memory options and combinations may be
offered in the future.
See the Operation section of this manual for instructions for changing Flash
RAM and DRAM.
Integrated Scanners
The Model 6600 can be ordered with either a standard or long-range, 5 volt
laser scanner built-in. This computer also supports tethered (external) CCD,
wand, and laser scanners. See Figure 3–2.
Internal Modem
The Model 6600 computer can be ordered with a modem built into the unit,
with the RJ-11 connector providing external connection to your telephone
line. Units not ordered with an internal modem can have this option
installed (by authorized Service Centers) in the future.
PC Card Devices
An internal drive can accommodate approved optional Type III PC card
devices. Some Type III options can be installed at the factory or at
authorized Service Centers.
See the Operation section of this manual for instructions on installing internal PC card devices.
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Accessories
Direct-connect Vehicle Power Cables
Two different cables, shown below, allow you to power the computer directly from a vehicle electrical system. Both cables plug directly into the DC
power jack on the bottom of the computer. Vehicles that do not have a lighter socket can use the cable that connects to the vehicle fuse block. Vehicles
that do have a lighter socket can use the cable with the lighter socket adapter.
Figure 2-1
Direct-connect Vehicle Power Cables
1. DC plug
2. Lighter socket adapter
3. Internal fuse
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Figure 2-2
AC Power Adapter
AC Power Adapter
Adapters are available that allow the computer to be operated from standard
electrical outlets using an appropriate U.S. or an international power cord to
the adapter. The adapter cable plugs directly into the bottom of the computer and charges the main and backup batteries while simultaneously powering the computer.
External Battery Chargers
Chargers are available for either U.S. or international applications to recharge the main battery pack while it is out of the computer. This accessory
is useful for charging spare battery packs.
Docks
Three basic dock accessories are available for the Model 6600 Computer.
Custom versions of these basic docks may be created for special uses or to
satisfy unique customer requirements.
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