User's Manual
CK30 Handheld
Computer
Intermec Technologies Corporation
Corporate Headquarters
6001 36th Ave. W.
Everett, WA 98203
U.S.A.
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IRL, JANUS, LabelShop, Mobile Framework, MobileLAN, Nor*Ware, Pen*Key, Precision
Print, PrintSet, RoutePower, TE 2000, Trakker Antares, UAP, Universal Access Point, and
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) symbol in every occurrence of a trademarked name, we state that we are using the names
only in an editorial fashion, and to the benefit of the trademark owner, with no intention of
infringement.
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Contents
Before You Begin......................................................................................................vii
Using the CK30 Handheld Computer.................................................. 1
Contents
Safety Summary .........................................................................................vii
Safety Icons ...............................................................................................viii
Global Services and Support........................................................................ ix
Who Should Read This Document?.............................................................x
Related Documents.....................................................................................xi
Patent Information......................................................................................xi
Other Copyright Information......................................................................xi
1
Introducing the CK30 Handheld Computer.............................................................. 2
Using the Battery....................................................................................................... 5
Charging and Installing the Battery............................................................. 5
Maximizing Battery Life.............................................................................. 7
Checking the Battery Status......................................................................... 7
Using the Keypad ...................................................................................................... 8
The 42-Key Large Numeric and Function Keypad ...................................... 9
The 50-Key Full Alphanumeric Keypad .................................................... 10
The 52-Key Full Alphanumeric Keypad .................................................... 11
Using the Color-Coded Keys..................................................................... 12
Capitalizing All Characters........................................................................ 13
Using the Alpha Key on the 42-Key Keypad.............................................. 13
Using the Power (I) Key........................................................................... 14
Using the Screen...................................................................................................... 14
Understanding the Screen Icons ................................................................ 15
Using the Mouse Pointer........................................................................... 16
Repositioning a Window........................................................................... 17
Understanding the Status Lights.............................................................................. 18
Understanding the Beeps......................................................................................... 19
Scanning Bar Codes................................................................................................. 20
Scanning With the Integrated Laser Scanner and 1D Linear Imager .......... 21
Scanning With the 2D Area Imager........................................................... 22
Attaching a Tethered Scanner.................................................................... 23
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Using the SD Card .................................................................................................. 25
Configuring the CK30.................................................................................... 27
2
3
How to Configure the CK30 Parameters ................................................................. 28
Configuring the CK30 With the Setup Assistant ....................................... 29
Configuring the CK30 With the Configuration Utility ............................. 30
Configuring the CK30 by Scanning Bar Codes.......................................... 34
Configuring the CK30 Through the Network........................................... 35
Configuring the CK30 for Your Network................................................................ 39
Configuring Serial Communications ......................................................... 39
Configuring 802.11b/g Radio Communications........................................ 41
Configuring Ethernet Communications .................................................... 44
Configuring Bluetooth Radio Communications ........................................ 46
Configuring Security ............................................................................................... 48
Loading Certificates................................................................................... 48
Configuring WPA Security........................................................................ 49
Configuring 802.1x Security...................................................................... 52
Configuring Static WEP Security .............................................................. 53
Disabling Security ..................................................................................... 54
Saving Your Configuration Changes to Flash Memory............................................. 54
Developing and Installing Applications ......................................... 57
Developing Applications for the CK30 .................................................................... 58
Developing a New Application for the CK30 ............................................ 58
Developing a Web-Based Application........................................................ 59
Converting a Trakker Antares Application to a CK30 Application............. 59
Installing Applications on the CK30........................................................................ 60
Installing Applications Using ActiveSync................................................... 61
Installing Applications Using Your SD Card.............................................. 65
Installing Applications Using the FTP Server............................................. 65
Installing Applications Using Wavelink Avalanche..................................... 66
Launching Your Application Automatically ............................................................. 66
Customizing How Applications Load on the CK30................................................. 66
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Managing the CK30......................................................................................... 69
4
5
Accessing the System Main Menu............................................................................ 70
Managing Files on the CK30................................................................................... 71
Running an Application From File Manager.............................................. 71
Deleting a File With File Manager............................................................. 72
Copying a File With File Manager............................................................. 73
Viewing the Properties of a File With File Manager................................... 73
Managing Applications on the CK30....................................................................... 74
Viewing All Applications Currently Running on the CK30 ....................... 74
Closing an Application.............................................................................. 75
Switching Between Applications................................................................ 75
Viewing the Properties of an Application................................................... 76
Setting or Changing the System Main Menu Password ............................................ 76
Backing Up Your Files............................................................................................. 78
Upgrading the Operating System............................................................................. 79
Running Diagnostics...................................................................................... 81
Using Diagnostics on the CK30............................................................................... 82
Understanding the Diagnostics Screens.................................................................... 83
Battery Information................................................................................... 83
Bluetooth Console..................................................................................... 84
Bootcode Version...................................................................................... 85
Contrast Test ............................................................................................ 85
Display Test .............................................................................................. 86
Hardware Configuration Table.................................................................. 86
Installed Fonts........................................................................................... 87
Intermec Value Add Information............................................................... 88
Keypad Test .............................................................................................. 88
LED Test .................................................................................................. 89
Memory Information ................................................................................ 89
Network Connection Test......................................................................... 89
Network Interface Information.................................................................. 90
Operating System Version......................................................................... 91
Ping Utility ............................................................................................... 91
PSC Utility ............................................................................................... 92
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Radio SSI Utility....................................................................................... 92
Read CPU Registers .................................................................................. 93
Sound Test................................................................................................ 93
Troubleshooting and Maintaining the CK30............................... 95
Problems and Solutions ........................................................................................... 96
Problems While Operating the CK30........................................................ 96
Problems While Configuring the CK30..................................................... 97
Problems While Configuring 802.1x Security............................................ 97
Problems With Wireless Connectivity ....................................................... 99
Problems Transmitting Data Through the Serial Port.............................. 100
Problems While Scanning Bar Codes....................................................... 100
Booting the CK30 ................................................................................................. 102
Warm Booting the CK30........................................................................ 103
Cold Booting the CK30 .......................................................................... 103
Cleaning the Scanner Window and CK30 Screen .................................................. 104
Appendix............................................................................................................... 105
A
I
Physical and Environmental Specifications............................................................. 106
Accessories for the CK30 ....................................................................................... 109
Typing Characters Not Printed on the Keypad ...................................................... 111
Default Configuration ........................................................................................... 115
Index ......................................................................................................................... 119
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Before You Begin
This section provides you with safety information, technical
support information, and sources for additional product
information.
Safety Summary
Your safety is extremely important. Read and follow all warnings
and cautions in this document before handling and operating
Intermec equipment. You can be seriously injured, and
equipment and data can be damaged if you do not follow the
safety warnings and cautions.
Do Not Repair or Adjust Alone
Do not repair or adjust energized equipment alone under any
circumstances. Someone capable of providing first aid must
always be present for your safety.
First Aid
Always obtain first aid or medical attention immediately after an
injury. Never neglect an injury, no matter how slight it seems.
Before You Begin
Resuscitation
Begin resuscitation immediately if someone is injured and stops
breathing. Any delay could result in death. To work on or near
high voltage, you should be familiar with approved industrial
first aid methods.
Energized Equipment
Never work on energized equipment unless authorized by a
responsible authority. Energized electrical equipment is
dangerous. Electrical shock from energized equipment can cause
death. If you must perform authorized emergency work on
energized equipment, be sure that you comply strictly with
approved safety regulations.
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Before You Begin
Safety Icons
This section explains how to identify and understand warnings,
cautions, and notes that are in this document.
A warning alerts you of an operating procedure, practice,
condition, or statement that must be strictly observed to
avoid death or serious injury to the persons working on
the equipment.
Avertissement: Un avertissement vous avertit d’une
procédure de fonctionnement, d’une méthode, d’un état
ou d’un rapport qui doit être strictement respecté pour
éviter l’occurrence de mort ou de blessures graves aux
personnes manupulant l’équipement.
A caution alerts you to an operating procedure, practice,
condition, or statement that must be strictly observed to
prevent equipment damage or destruction, or corruption
or loss of data.
Attention: Une précaution vous avertit d’une procédure de
fonctionnement, d’une méthode, d’un état ou d’un rapport
qui doit être strictement respecté pour empêcher
l’endommagement ou la destruction de l’équipement, ou
l’altération ou la perte de données.
Note: Notes either provide extra information about a topic or
contain special instructions for handling a particular condition
or set of circumstances.
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Global Services and Support
Warranty Information
To understand the warranty for your Intermec product, visit the
Intermec web site at http://www.intermec.com and click Service
& Support > Service & Support. The Intermec Global Sales
& Service page appears. From the Service & Support menu,
move your pointer over Support, and then click Warranty.
Disclaimer of warranties: The sample code included in this
document is presented for reference only. The code does not
necessarily represent complete, tested programs. The code is
provided “as is with all faults.” All warranties are expressly
disclaimed, including the implied warranties of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose.
Web Support
Visit the Intermec web site at http://www.intermec.com to
download our current manuals in PDF format. To order printed
versions of the Intermec manuals, contact your local Intermec
representative or distributor.
Visit the Intermec technical knowledge base (Knowledge
Central) at http://intermec.custhelp.com to review technical
information or to request technical support for your Intermec
product.
Before You Begin
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Before You Begin
Telephone Support
These services are available from Intermec by calling
1-800-755-5505 and choosing an option.
Service
Factory Repair
and On-site
Repair
Technical
Support
Service
Contract Status
Schedule Site
Surveys or
Installations
Ordering
Products
Outside the U.S.A. and Canada, contact your local Intermec
representative. To search for your local representative, from the
Intermec web site, click Contact.
Who Should Read This Document?
The CK30 Handheld Computer User’s Manual provides you with
information about the features of the CK30 and how to install,
operate, maintain, and troubleshoot the CK30. Before you
install and configure the CK30, you should be familiar with
your network and general networking terms, such as IP address.
Description
Request a return authorization
number for authorized service
center repair, or request an onsite repair technician.
Get technical support on your
Intermec product.
Inquire about an existing
contract, renew a contract, or
ask invoicing questions.
Schedule a site survey, or
request a product or system
installation.
Talk to sales administration,
place an order, or check the
status of your order.
In the U.S.A. and
Canada, choose
this option
1
2
3
4
5
The CK30 Command Reference Manual is included with this
manual on a CD or is available as a download from the Intermec
web site. Please refer to this manual for help configuring your
CK30. The reference manual contains information about all of
the CK30 commands and contains pages of bar codes that you
can print and scan when configuring supported commands.
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Related Documents
Patent Information
Before You Begin
The Intermec web site at http://www.intermec.com contains our
documents that you can download in PDF format.
To order printed versions of the Intermec manuals, contact your
local Intermec representative or distributor.
Product is covered by one or more of the following patents:
4,455,523; 5,627,360; 4,553,081; 5,657,317; 4,709,202; 5,671,436;
4,845,419; 5,684,290; 4,961,043; 5,777,309; 5,195,183; 5,793,604;
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5,592,512; 6,431,451; 5,598,007, 6,497,368; 5,617,343; 6,538,413.
There may be other U.S. and foreign patents pending.
Other Copyright Information
Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
Bluetooth is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A.
Wi-Fi is a registered certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL
Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit.
(http://www.openssl.org/)
This product includes cryptographic software written by Eric
Young. (eay@cryptsoft.com)
This product uses Regex++, Index software during its
operational phases. The owner of Regex++ has granted use of the
software to anyone provided such use is accompanied by the
following copyright and permission notice:
Regex++, Index. (Version 3.31, 16th Dec 2001)
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Copyright 1998-2001 Dr John Maddock
Permission to use, copy, modify, distribute and sell this software
and its documentation for any purpose is hereby granted
without fee, provided that the above copyright notice appear in
all copies and that both that copyright notice and this
permission notice appear in supporting documentation. Dr John
Maddock makes no representations about the suitability of this
software for any purpose. It is provided “as is” without express or
implied warranty.
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Using the CK30 Handheld
1
Use this chapter to familiarize yourself with the CK30 Handheld
Computer. In this chapter you will find these sections:
• Introducing the CK30 Handheld Computer
• Using the Battery
• Using the Keypad
• Using the Screen
• Understanding the Status Lights
• Understanding the Beeps
Computer
• Scanning Bar Codes
• Using the SD Card
Chapter 1 — Using the CK30 Handheld Computer
Introducing the CK30 Handheld Computer
The Intermec CK30 is an ergonomically designed handheld
®
computer built on the Microsoft
Windows® CE .NET
operating system. It is a lightweight, easy-to-use, reliable
computer that runs client/server applications, terminal
emulation applications, as well as browser-based applications.
Good read
light
User-defined
lights
Scan
button
Battery
light
Battery
Serial
port
CK30 Handheld Computer
CK30 Handheld Computers with an IEEE 802.11b/g radio
®
installed are Wi-Fi
802.11b/g wireless LAN devices.
certified for interoperability with other
The CK30 computer is available in three different models that
offer several options. To find out which model of the CK30 you
have, locate the configuration label on the back of the computer.
The first five characters of the configuration number indicate the
model of CK30 you ordered.
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CK30AA0301000
Configuration
number
Chapter 1 — Using the CK30 Handheld Computer
0
100
030
A
A
30
K
C
Configuration Label: The label in this illustration is for a CK30 Model A
(CK30A).
Features Included With the Different Models of the CK30
Feature CK30A CK30B CK30C
Ethernet (optional)
9
802.11b/g radio
*Bluetooth (optional)
9 9 9
.NET Compact Framework
Pocket Internet Explorer
9 9
Internet Explorer 6, SQL Server CE
iBrowse
9 9
Color Display
Monochrome Display
32MB RAM/32MB Flash Memory
9 9
9 9
64MB RAM/64MB Flash Memory
200 MHz Processor
9 9
400 MHz Processor
9 9
9
9
9
9
9
*Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., USA.
For a complete list of accessories, see “Accessories for the CK30”
on page 109.
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These options are available for the CK30B and CK30C:
• TE 2000 terminal emulation application including 3270,
5250, and VT/ANSI as well as third-party TE applications
• 1D linear imager, standard, or advanced long-range scanner
• Data Collection Browser (dcBrowser™) application
This option is only available for the CK30C:
• 2D area imager
Use this manual to understand how to use the features and
options available on the CK30. For additional help using
terminal emulation, see the appropriate TE 2000 guide:
• TE 2000 VT/ANSI Terminal Emulation Programmer’s Guide
(P/N 977-055-005)
• TE 2000 5250 Terminal Emulation Programmer’s Guide
(P/N 977-055-004)
• TE 2000 3270 Terminal Emulation Programmer’s Guide
(P/N 977-055-003)
For additional help using dcBrowser, see the documentation that
ships with the dcBrowser gateway software or the Data Collection
Browser Client User’s Guide (P/N 070011).
iBrowse is a locked-down web browser for Intermec devices that
is compatible with Microsoft’s Internet Explorer but does not
allow the user to exit out of the browser or key in a URL to
access a non-work related web site. For additional help using
iBrowse, see the iBrowse User’s Guide (P/N 961-055-015).
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Using the Battery
The CK30 uses an AB1 lithium-ion battery as its main power
source. You must fully charge the main battery before you can
use the CK30. When you change the battery, a backup battery
maintains your status, memory, and real-time clock for at least
10 minutes.
The lithium-ion battery pack that is used in this device may
present a fire or chemical burn hazard if it is mistreated. Do
not disassemble it, heat it above 100°C (212°F) or incinerate
it.
Avertissement: Le paquet de piles d’ions de lithium qui est
utilisé dans cet appareil peut presenter un risque feu ou un
risque chimique de brûlure s’il est maltraité. Il ne faut pas le
désassembler, le réchauffer à une température plus élevée que
100°C (212°F) ou l’incinérer.
If you fail to replace the battery immediately, you may lose
important data or applications.
Attention: Si la batterie n’est pas remplacée immédiatement,
des données ou applications importantes risquent d’être
perdues.
Dispose of used battery packs promptly. Keep away from
children. Contact your local Intermec sales representative for
replacement batteries.
Several factors determine the life of your battery such as extreme
temperatures, input devices, and your usage. For example, if you
use a tethered scanner every day, you will need to replace your
battery more often than someone who uses an internal scanner.
Charging and Installing the Battery
Make sure you fully charge the AB1 battery before you install it
in your CK30.
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Chapter 1 — Using the CK30 Handheld Computer
To charge the battery
• Either insert the battery into the AC1 4-slot battery charger
or place the CK30 with battery installed in the AC2, AD1, or
AD2. For more information on these accessories, see page
109.
Use the following table to understand how long it will take to
charge your batteries in each of the CK30 charging or
communications dock accessories.
Charging Times for CK30 Batteries
CK30 Accessory Charging Time
AC1 4-Slot Battery Charger 5 hours
AC2 4-Bay Charging Dock 5 hours
AD1 1-Bay Communications Dock 3 hours
AD2 4-Bay Communications Dock 5 hours
To install the battery
• Insert the tabs on the bottom of the charged battery into the
CK30 and snap the battery into place.
AB1
battery
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Maximizing Battery Life
There are several things that you can do to maximize the life of
your battery.
Maximizing the Life of Your Battery
When You Want To: Do This to Save Battery Power:
Operate the CK30 and
the Low Battery status
icon appears or the
Battery light comes on.
Stop using the CK30 for
5 minutes or longer.
Store the CK30 for
more than a day.
Chapter 1 — Using the CK30 Handheld Computer
1 Press I to turn off the CK30.
2 Remove the battery and insert another fully
charged battery as quickly as possible or you
may lose data.
Or, you can insert the CK30 into a powered
AC2, AD1, or AD2.
1 Make sure the low battery icon is not on the
screen and that the Battery light is not turned
on.
2 Press I to turn off the CK30.
1 Save your data and end your computer session.
2 Press I to turn off the CK30.
3 Insert a fully charged battery.
Checking the Battery Status
The easiest way to tell the status of your battery is to look at the
battery icon in the status bar of your CK30.
Battery Icon Status
Icon Status
You can also check the battery status by looking at the Battery
Status light on the front of the CK30 or by using the battery
diagnostics screen. For help using the Battery Status light, see
“Understanding the Status Lights” on page 18 for more
information. For help using the Battery Information diagnostic
screen, see “Battery Information” on page 83.
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Battery has a medium charge. You should be able to work for
several more hours before changing batteries.
Battery is low. You need to replace the battery soon.
Battery is critically low. You need to replace the battery now.
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Using the Keypad
Your CK30 has one of the following keypad overlay options:
• 42-key large numeric and function
• 50-key full alphanumeric
• 52-key full alphanumeric
You can order all versions of the CK30 keypad with an
international overlay. The international overlay supports English
and many Western European languages, such as French,
German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish. You enter all of the
characters and functions printed above the keys just like you
would on a standard keypad.
Note: There are several hidden characters (such as { and }) on
each CK30 keypad that require using the color-coded keys to
access them. For more information on accessing these hidden
characters, refer to “Typing Characters Not Printed on the
Keypad” on page 111.
The CK30 supports TE 2000 VT100/220/320/340 and ANSI,
TE 2000 5250, and TE 2000 3270. When you order the CK30
with a TE 2000 application, you must order the corresponding
keypad overlay. Use the TE 2000 keypad overlays to enter the
same keys that you can enter on a VT/ANSI keyboard, an IBM
5250 keyboard, or an IBM 3270 keyboard.
Like the standard CK30 keypad overlays, the TE 2000 keypad
overlays let you enter all the characters printed on or above the
keys. The terminal emulation keypads also come with the same
color-coded keys that are on the standard overlay.
For more help using TE 2000 terminal emulation, see the
appropriate TE 2000 programmer’s guide.
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and special characters by pressing color-coded key sequences.
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the entire alphabet. The keypad also provides shifted function keys (F1-F9)
and special characters, symbols, and functions by pressing color-coded key
sequences.
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Note: The 50-key keypad does not have a scan key, because it
was designed to work with the required AH1 handle that has a
built-in scanner trigger.
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The 52-Key Full Alphanumeric Keypad
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applications that enter mainly numeric data (0-9) and that may need to enter
the entire alphabet. The keypad also provides function keys (F1-F24) and
special characters, symbols, and functions by pressing color-coded key
sequences.
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Using the Color-Coded Keys
Each keypad available for the CK30 provides color-coded keys
to let you access additional characters, symbols, and functions
printed on the keypad overlay. Once you understand how to use
the color-coded keys and key sequences, you will know how to
access all of the additional features printed on the keypad
overlay. There are two color-coded modifier keys on the CK30:
the orange B key and the green C key.
You press and release the first key and then press and release the
second key to access the color-coded character or function
printed above a key.
Using the Color-Coded Keys
You Want To: Press: Example
Use an orange character or
function printed above a key
Use a green character or function
printed above a key
Use a blue character printed on a
key (42-key and 50-key keypads
only)
Lock the orange, green, Ctl, Alt,
or Shift key to stay on
Unlock a green, orange, Ctl, Alt,
or Shift key
B key and then the key with
character or function printed
above it
C key and then the key with
character or function printed
above it
Shift key and then the key Press Shift and then 4 to type
B , C, Ctl, Alt, or Shift key
twice
B , C, Ctl, Alt, or Shift key
once
Press B and then 2 to type
the @ character on the 52-key
keypad.
Press C and then J to type
the } character on the 50-key
keypad.
the $ character on the 42-key
keypad.
Note: There are several hidden characters (such as { and }) on
each CK30 keypad that require using the color-coded keys to
access them. For more information on accessing these hidden
characters, refer to “Typing Characters Not Printed on the
Keypad” on page 111.
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Capitalizing All Characters
To type all alphabetic characters as uppercase letters, you can
enable the Caps Lock feature on the CK30 keypad.
To enable Caps Lock
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1 Press the orange
key. The icon appears on the status
bar.
2 Press one of these keys:
• On the 52-key keypad, press A.
• On the 42-key and 50-key keypad, press Shift.
The Caps Lock icon (
3 Type an alphanumeric character. The letter appears as an
uppercase character on the CK30 screen.
To disable Caps Lock
• Press the same key sequence you used to enable it.
Using the Alpha Key on the 42-Key Keypad
The 42-key keypad provides an Alpha key to allow you to enter
alpha characters when necessary.
To enable the Alpha key
1 On the 42-key keypad, press the Alpha key. The Alpha icon
(
) appears on the status bar.
) appears on the status bar.
2 Press a function or numeric key. The corresponding orange
alpha letter appears on the screen.
To disable the Alpha key
• Press B or C.
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Using the Power (I) Key
When you press the I key to turn off the CK30, you actually
put the CK30 in Suspend mode. In Suspend mode, the CK30
continues to supply power to all memory, but turns off power to
most hardware. This power-saving feature is designed to prolong
battery life.
When you press the I key to turn the CK30 back on, your
computer resumes where it was when you turned it off.
If you are using WPA or 802.1x security, the computer may
need to reauthenticate before it starts your application.
If the Battery light flashes and your CK30 does not resume after
pressing I, your battery may be too low to supply power.
Replace the battery. If replacing the battery does not solve the
problem, see “Booting the CK30” on page 102.
Using the Screen
The CK30 can have either a color or monochrome display
depending on the model. Both screens are 160 x 160 pixels. The
work area is 160 x 140 pixels and the status bar is 160 x 20
pixels. In addition, the screens support Unicode characters, userprogrammable fonts, and bitmap graphics.
Work area
Status bar
CK30 Start Screen
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Understanding the Screen Icons
Use the screen icons on the status bar to see the battery status,
network connections, and special keys or functions you may be
using.
CK30 Screen Icons
Icon Description
Battery is half full. You should be able to work for several more
hours before changing batteries.
Battery is low. You need to replace the battery soon.
Battery is critically low. You need to replace the battery now.
Backup battery is low.
Strong connection to the access point.
Good connection to the access point.
Weak connection to the access point.
No connection to the access point.
No Ethernet connection.
Ethernet connection.
Orange key is enabled.
Green key is enabled.
Orange key is locked.
Green key is locked.
Alt key is enabled.
Ctrl key is enabled.
Shift key is enabled.
Caps Lock key is enabled.
Alpha key is enabled.
The CK30 is buffering (storing) data.
You are in the password-protected area of the CK30.
The CK30 is connected using ActiveSync.
Mouse pointer is turned on.
No UDP Plus connection.
UDP Plus is transferring data.
UDP Plus is connected.
The window positioning feature is turned on.
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Using the Mouse Pointer
If you need to use a mouse to perform an action, you can use the
mouse pointer on your CK30.
To turn on the mouse pointer
• Press Alt and then b.
The mouse pointer can simulate single-clicks, double-clicks,
right mouse button, middle mouse button, and left mouse
button functions.
Understanding the Mouse Pointer Keys
To Simulate This Function:
Left mouse button
Middle mouse button
Right mouse button
Single-click
Double-click
Press down on mouse button
Release the mouse button
Press This Key on a Keypad:
42-key 50-key 52-key
F2 X B
F3 Y C
F4 Z D
5 5 5
s s s
0 (zero) 0 (zero) 0 (zero)
. (period) Tab . (period)
For example, to generate a left single-click with the 52-key keypad
• Press B and then 5.
Moving the mouse pointer around the screen is very easy. You
just need to press the appropriate number key that is associated
with the direction you want the mouse pointer to move.
Use the numeric keypad to move the mouse pointer.
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To click and drag an item on the screen
1 Position the mouse pointer on the part of the window you
want to move.
2 Press the key for the left mouse button and then press 0
(zero).
3 Use the directional keys to drag the mouse pointer.
4 Release the mouse pointer by pressing .(period) or Tab
depending on your keypad.
To turn off the mouse pointer
• Press Alt and then b.
Repositioning a Window
If you need to move a window to see more of a screen, you can
reposition the window without having to use the mouse pointer.
When you turn on the positioning feature, the focus is on the
top window. You can change the focus to another window by
using the Task Manager to select a different task. See “Managing
Applications on the CK30” on page 74.
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To reposition a window
1 Press Alt and then E. An icon (
) appears on the status
bar.
2 Use the numeric keypad to move the window. See page 16 for
an illustration of the numeric keypad and how to use the
number keys as directional keys.
To recenter the window in the CK30 screen
• Press 5.
To turn off the repositioning feature
• Press Alt and then E.
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Understanding the Status Lights
The status lights on the CK30 turn on to indicate the status of
the battery, a successful decode of a bar code, or a user-defined
function.
System Status
light
Good Read
light
Battery
light
User-defined
lights
CK30 Status Lights
The battery light and the battery screen icons work with each
other to alert you to the status of your battery. If the battery
light comes on, check the status bar to see which battery icon
appears on it. Use the CK30 Screen Icons table on page 15 to
help determine when you need to replace your battery.
Understanding the CK30 Status Lights
Light Name Light Description
User-Defined
Battery
On Battery is critically low. You
Good Read This light comes on when the CK30
System Status Reserved for future use.
Use the Software Developer’s Kit (SDK) to
program these lights to turn on and off for any
task or error within your application. For help,
see the Intermec SDK User’s Manual available
on the Intermec Developer’s Library CD or
the Intermec web site.
Light Status What It Means
Off The battery is charged.
need to replace the battery
now.
successfully decodes a bar code.
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Understanding the Beeps
The CK30 uses beeps to provide you with audio feedback when
it performs some functions. For example, you hear a beep each
time you scan a valid bar code.
Understanding the CK30 Beeps
Beep Sequence What it Means
High beep You entered valid data or a valid command, the
Three low beeps You entered or scanned an invalid command.
Click You pressed a key.
You can change the beeper volume for your needs and
environment. You can set the beeper volume to off, low (quiet),
medium, high (loud - default), and very high (very loud). If
necessary, you can also change the beep duration and beep
frequency for good read, low, and high beeps.
Changing the Beeper Volume
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CK30 decoded a label, or the CK30 decoded the last
row of a two-dimensional bar code.
Method Procedure
Use the keypad.
Use the Intermec
Configuration menu.
Use the Beeper
Volume command.
Press C and then press E to increase the volume.
There are five beep volumes on the CK30 including
off. When you reach the loudest setting, the next
setting is off. The volume starts with the lowest
setting and goes up.
From the System Main Menu, choose
Configuration Utility > CK30 Settings > Beeper >
Volume.
For help, see “Beeper Volume” in the CK30
Command Reference Manual.
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Scanning Bar Codes
Do not look directly into the window area or at a reflection
of the laser beam while the laser is scanning. Long-term
exposure to the laser beam can damage your vision.
Avertissement: Ne regardez pas directement la réflexion d’un
rayon laser ou dans la fenêtre du laser lorsque celui-ci est en
opération. Si vous regardez trop longtemps un rayon laser,
cela peut endommager votre vue.
Use the scanner to scan and enter bar code data. The type of
scanner you are using and the type of bar code you are decoding
determines the way you scan the bar code. The CK30 supports
the scanning of 1D linear bar codes and 2D images depending
on your model of CK30. Plus, if you are using an integrated
handle or a tethered scanner, the way you scan bar codes is
different.
When you unpack the CK30, these bar code symbologies are
enabled:
• Code 39
• UPC/EAN
• PDF417
If you are using bar code labels that are encoded in a different
symbology, you need to enable the symbology on the computer.
Use the Configuration Utility to enable and disable symbologies
for your scanner. For help understanding how to use the
Configuration Utility, see “Configuring the CK30 With the
Configuration Utility” on page 30.
The next sections describe how to scan a bar code label with the
integrated laser scanner, 1D linear imager, 2D area imager, and
tethered scanner.
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Scanning With the Integrated Laser Scanner and 1D Linear Imager
If the CK30 has a laser scanner or 1D linear imager, use the
following procedure to practice how to scan a bar code. The
linear imager can decode PDF417 bar codes as well as bar codes
with high-density, wide-density, and poor quality in any lighting
conditions.
To scan a bar code label with the laser scanner and 1D linear imager
1 Press I to turn on the CK30.
2 Point the scanner window at the bar code label and hold the
computer at a slight angle six to ten inches from the label.
Note: If you have an advanced long-range scanner, you may
need to hold the computer further away from the label.
3 Press the Scan button on the keypad or pull the trigger on a
handle and direct the red beam so that it falls across all bars in
the bar code label.
Good Read light
Scan button
Scanning: Using the integrated laser scanner or 1D linear imager to scan a
bar code label.
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When the CK30 successfully reads a bar code label, you hear
a high beep and the green Good Read light turns on briefly.
4 Release the Scan button.
Scanning With the 2D Area Imager
The CK30C may have the 2D area imager option instead of the
1D linear imager or laser scanner. The 2D imager provides the
ability to scan 2D bar code symbologies and supports omnidirectional (360°) scanning. Omni-directional scanning means
that you can position the CK30 in any orientation to scan a bar
code label. Using the 2D area imager is very similar to taking a
picture with a digital camera.
To scan a bar code label with the 2D area imager
1 Press I to turn on the CK30.
2 Point the scanner window at the bar code label and hold the
CK30 steady a few inches from the label.
3 Press the Scan button on the keypad or pull the trigger on a
handle and center the red aiming beam over the bar code
label.
The imager flashes repeatedly while it is trying to read a bar
code. The aiming beam is smaller when the imager is closer to
the bar code and larger when it is further away.
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Scan button
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Good Read light
Scanning: Using the 2D imager to scan a bar code label.
When the CK30 successfully reads a bar code label, you hear
a high beep and the green Good Read light turns on briefly.
4 Release the Scan button.
Attaching a Tethered Scanner
You can use a tethered scanner with the CK30 if you ordered it
with a 10-pin tethered scanner port in place of the integrated
scanner.
The following devices are currently supported by the CK30:
Supported Device Required Cable
1550C 068419-001
1551E 3-606034-02
1553 3-606034-02
128X wand 069444-002
Wand emulation 3-606031-00
Supported 1550C series scanners include: 1550C0100,
1550C102, 1550C104, and 1550C105.
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To attach a tethered scanner
1 Locate and remove the scanner port cover.
Scanner
port cover
2 Insert the scanner 10-pin connector until it locks in place.
To scanner
3 Configure the Scanner Model command and select the
tethered device connected to the CK30. There are several
ways to configure the scanner model:
• Use the Configuration Utility. From the System Main
Menu, choose Configuration Utility > Scanners,
Symbologies > CK30 Tethered Scanner > Scanner
Model.
Scanner port
• Use one of the configuration methods discussed in “How
to Configure the CK30 Parameters” on page 28.
4 Modify any scanner commands necessary to meet your needs.
Use the Configuration Utility or one of the configuration
methods discussed on page 28.
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Using the SD Card
You can use a Secure Digital (SD) card to increase file storage
and install software. The CK30 currently supports SanDisk SD
cards only. The SD card slot is located on the top of the CK30
just above the laser scanner window.
To insert an SD card
1 Press I to turn off the CK30.
2 Remove the two screws on the SD card slot door and remove
the door.
3 Gently insert the SD card into the CK30 with the printed
side facing the keypad and screen side of the CK30.
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CK30
SD card
retainer
SD card
4 Push the card into the slot until it latches in place and the
steel card retainer covers the end of the SD card.
5 Replace the door, making sure to insert the door catch into
the slot above the steel card retainer.
Door
Screw
(2 places)
SD card
retainer
Door
catch
6 Replace the two screws.
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7 Press I to turn on the CK30.
To remove the SD card
1 Press I to turn off the CK30.
2 Remove the two screws on the SD card slot door and remove
the door.
3 Push in on the SD card until you hear it unlatch. The card
should eject far enough that you can easily remove it from the
CK30.
If the card does not eject easily, you can use the door catch to
remove it by turning the door upside down and using the
catch to pull out the SD card.
SD card
Door
catch
4 Remove the SD card from the CK30.
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Configuring the CK30
2
Use this chapter to understand how to configure the CK30 to
communicate in your network. In this chapter, you will find
these sections:
• How to Configure the CK30 Parameters
• Configuring the CK30 for Your Network
• Configuring Security
• Saving Your Configuration Changes to Flash Memory
Chapter 2 — Configuring the CK30
How to Configure the CK30 Parameters
You can configure many parameters on the CK30, such as the
bar code symbologies it decodes or the network settings. These
characteristics are controlled by configuration parameters. The
values you set for these configuration parameters determine how
the computer operates.
There are several ways to configure the CK30:
Use Setup Assistant on the CK30
Use Setup Assistant
to quickly enter
network parameters.
Scan Bar Codes
Scan bar codes
to configure basic
CK30 and data
collection
parameters.
Use Configuration Utility on the CK30
Use the Configuration
Utility to set all
parameters.
Use Configuration Commands
Send commands
through the
network to
your CK30s.
Ethernet
or Wireless
Network
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Configuring the CK30 With the Setup Assistant
When first setting up the CK30, use the Setup Assistant to set or
enable basic network parameters and connect your CK30 to the
network. The Setup Assistant guides you through setting the
following basic network parameters:
• Date and time
• SSID (Network name)
• 802.1x security
• DHCP server or IP address, subnet mask, and default router
• Primary and secondary DNS addresses
• Primary and secondary WINS addresses
• Device name
To set other parameters, use the Configuration Utility or
another configuration method. The Setup Assistant runs on the
CK30 the first time you turn on the computer.
Chapter 2 — Configuring the CK30
The Setup Assistant Start Screen
However, if you exit Setup Assistant before you are finished
configuring the CK30, you can restart it from the System Main
Menu. See the next section for information on how to access the
System Main Menu.
After you complete the Setup Assistant, the CK30 should be
communicating with your network.
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Configuring the CK30 With the Configuration Utility
Use the menu-driven Configuration Utility to configure the
CK30 and view system information. You can access the
Configuration Utility while running any application.
To open the Configuration Utility
1 Press C and then B. The System Main Menu appears.
2 Select the Configuration Utility. The Configuration Utility
main menu appears.
Refer to the next sections to understand your menu options,
learn how to navigate and enter information, and learn how the
menus are organized in the Configuration Utility.
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When using the Configuration Utility, you may not see a
parameter until you enable or disable a value for another key
field. For example, you will not see IP Settings unless you disable
DHCP. You may also not see a parameter if your computer does
not support a particular feature.
Use the following diagram to find the commands you need to
use to configure your CK30s. These screens are do not represent
the exact information you will see on your CK30. They have
been modified to show you how the information is structured.
Configuration Utility Menus at a Glance
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Configuration Utility Menu Options
Menu Option Description
Scanners, Symbologies Configure scanner settings and bar code
Communications Set up network settings including the 802.11b/g
CK30 Settings Configure settings specific to the CK30 such as
Summary View a summary of all settings for the Scanners,
Restore Defaults Restore factory default settings on your CK30.
Save to Flash Preserves configuration settings when you cold
Use this table to understand how to navigate and enter
information in the Configuration Utility.
Navigating in the Configuration Utility
symbologies.
radio and the Bluetooth radio.
the date, time, beeper volume, and backlight
timeout.
Symbologies menu, the Communications menu,
and the CK30 Settings menu.
boot the CK30.
To Do This: Press:
Select an option • The number associated with the option
• a or b to select an option and then
press Enter
• Tab to select an option and then press
Enter
Save a setting
Exit or return to a previous
screen
Delete a character
Delete all characters in a field
when highlighted
Return to the Configuration
Utility main menu (Home)
Enter key
Esc until you exit the application or return
to a previous screen
C key, Backspace () key
Backspace () key
On the 42-key and 52-key keypads:
• Press C and then 8
On the 50-key keypad:
• Press C and then H
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Restoring Default Settings
You can restore the CK30 to factory default settings from the
Configuration Utility. For a complete list of the default settings,
see “Default Configuration” on page 114.
Note: Using the Restore Defaults option resets all network
parameters. As a result, you may lose network communications.
This option should only be used by network administrators or
by Intermec support personnel.
To restore factory default settings
1 From the Configuration Utility menu, select Restore
Defaults. The following Restore Defaults dialog box appears:
2 Press Enter to restore factory defaults.
Your CK30 performs a cold boot and returns all of your
settings to the factory default settings. When the CK30 is
done booting, the Start Screen appears.
Note: You may need to reinstall some applications after
restoring the default settings because any settings that were
modified for your application will be reset.
Exiting the Configuration Utility
You can exit the Configuration Utility at any time by pressing
the Esc key.
To exit the Configuration Utility
1 Press Esc until you return to the System Main Menu. If you
have made any changes to your configuration, the Save
Settings dialog appears:
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2 Press Enter to exit and save your changes through a cold
boot. Press Esc to exit without saving your changes through a
cold boot.
Configuring the CK30 by Scanning Bar Codes
You can change some of the configuration parameters of the
CK30 by scanning Code 39 or Code 93 bar code labels
containing configuration commands. This method is a fast and
easy way to change just a few configuration parameters on a
single CK30.
You can only change some of the configuration parameters by
scanning bar codes. To configure all of the configuration
parameters, use the Configuration Utility or send commands
through the network to your CK30.
You can print and scan the bar code labels from the CK30
Command Reference Manual or you can create your own bar
code labels. For help, see the CK30 Command Reference Manual.
You can also use Intermec’s EasySet software to print
configuration labels you can scan to change your configuration
settings. For more information, see the EasySet online help.
EasySet is available from the Intermec Data Capture web site.
For example, you can use the Beeper Volume configuration
command to adjust the beep volume of the CK30. Scan this bar
code label to set the volume to the lowest (quietest) level:
Beeper Volume Low
*$+BV1*
*$+BV1*
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When you scan bar code configuration commands, the CK30
emits a series of beeps unless the volume is turned off. There are
two beep sequences:
• One high beep means you scanned a valid configuration
command.
• Three low beeps means you scanned an invalid configuration
command.
Configuring the CK30 Through the Network
You can change the configuration parameters of the CK30 by
sending commands through a host computer or through the
network. If you are using a network, you can configure one or
more CK30s at a time. You can remotely configure the wireless
or Ethernet CK30 by sending a command from an application
on the host computer. You cannot set all parameters through the
network. You can only set those commands that have a syntax in
the CK30 Command Reference Manual.
Note: You can continue running an application on the CK30
while configuring it from the host.
Chapter 2 — Configuring the CK30
Configuring the CK30 in a UDP Plus Network
You can use the host computer to configure a CK30 in your
wireless or Ethernet network. To send and receive configuration
data or files, you need to write a host application that can
communicate with the Intermec Gateway or DCS 30X.
For help, see the appropriate Intermec Gateway or DCS 30X
user’s manual. You use the Terminal Message Format (TMF)
protocol to send and receive transactions between the host
application and the CK30.
To set up the DCS 30X or Intermec Gateway
• Configure a peer-to-peer destination name for the host
application. Create a transaction ID, $NGCFGRSP, that will
be routed to this destination name. The DCS 30X or
Intermec Gateway uses the transaction ID to route responses
from the CK30 back to the host application. $NGCFGRSP is
a special transaction ID that the server uses to forward
configuration response data from a CK30.
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All configuration responses are routed with the
$NGCFGRSP transaction ID. The DCS 30X or Intermec
Gateway cannot keep track of multiple applications sending
reader or configuration commands. If you have two host
applications sending reader or configuration commands, they
must both be configured to receive the $NGCFGRSP
transactions, and therefore both will receive all responses from
all CK30s.
To set up the host computer
• Verify that the host computer can communicate with the
DCS 30X or Intermec Gateway.
To set up the application
• Prepare and write a host application that can communicate
with the DCS 30X or Intermec Gateway and send
transactions to and receive transactions from the CK30 in this
format:
transaction header TMF field commands
where:
transaction is a 96-byte field containing the message
header number, date and time, source application ID,
destinations application ID, transaction ID,
and other information. You must set the system
message (SYS$MSG) flag to E in the
transaction header. For help, see the DCS 30X
or Intermec Gateway user’s manual.
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TMF field is a 2-byte field containing one of these values:
CG Configuration Get request sent from the
host application.
Cg Configuration Get response sent from
the CK30 to the host.
CS Configuration Set request sent from the
host application.
Cs Configuration Set response sent from
the CK30 to the host.
commands are the reader and configuration commands
that you want to set on the CK30 or the
current value you want to retrieve from the
CK30. To save configuration changes in flash
memory, send the reader command .+1 as the
last command.
For a list of all supported commands, see the
CK30 Command Reference Manual.
To see an example of the host application transaction, see the
example on page 38.
Configuring the CK30 in a TCP/IP Direct Connect Network
You can use the host computer to configure a wireless or
Ethernet CK30 in your TCP/IP network.
To send and receive configuration data, you need to write a host
application that can communicate with the CK30 directly
through an access point or through the Ethernet network. You
use the Terminal Message Format (TMF) protocol to send and
receive transactions between the host application and the CK30.
To set up the host computer
• Verify that you can communicate with the CK30.
To set up the application
• Prepare and write a host application that can communicate
with the CK30. Message transactions to and receive
transactions from the CK30 on the network port must
conform to the following format:
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TMF field commands
where:
TMF field is a 2-byte field containing one of these values:
CG Configuration Get request sent from the
Cg Configuration Get response sent from the
CS Configuration Set request sent from the
Cs Configuration Set response sent from the
commands are the reader and configuration commands
For a list of all commands, see the CK30
host application.
CK30 to the host.
host application.
CK30 to the host.
that you want to set on the CK30 or the
current value you want to retrieve from the
CK30. To save configuration changes in flash
memory, send the reader command .+1 as the
last command.
Command Reference Manual.
Example
In the host application, you want to get the current values of
two configuration commands from the CK30. Send this
transaction from the host application:
CG$+NABV
Note: The transaction header is not shown in this example. You
do not need a transaction header for a host application in a
TCP/IP network, but you do for a UDP Plus network.
where:
CG is a TMF Configuration Get request.
$+ is the Change Configuration reader command.
BV is the Beeper Volume configuration command.
The CK30 returns this transaction to the host application.
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Cg$+BV4
where:
Cg is a TMF Configuration Get response.
$+ is the Change Configuration reader command.
BV4 means the Beep Volume configuration command is
currently set to a value of 4, which is a very high beeper
volume.
Configuring the CK30 for Your Network
The CK30 is a versatile handheld computer that you can easily
add to your wired or wireless data collection network. You can
connect your CK30 to your network using:
• Serial communications
• 802.11b/g radio communications
• Ethernet communications
• Bluetooth™ radio communications
Configuring Serial Communications
The CK30 has a serial port to transfer data to and receive data
from another device via RS-232 communications. You can also
insert the CK30 into a communications dock to transmit data to
and receive data from a host computer or PC using RS-232
communications.
The serial cable and the communications dock are sold
separately. For more information on accessories and how to
order them, see page 109.
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Host
Ethernet
Serial cable
CK30
CK30 in a Serial Network
PC
To use serial communications with your CK30
1 Turn off the CK30.
2 Connect the CK30 to the serial port of another device. You
can do this in one of the following ways:
• Connect the CK30 serial port to the serial port of the other
device using the AA1 (26-pin to DB9-pin) serial cable
adapter and a female-to-female null modem RS-232 cable.
• Connect the AD1 or AD2 communications dock to the
serial port of the other device using a DB9-pin to DB9-pin
serial adapter cable. Insert the CK30 into the dock.
3 Turn on the CK30.
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Configuring 802.11b/g Radio Communications
Make sure all components with antennas are at least 30 cm
(1 ft) apart when power is applied. Failure to comply could
result in equipment damage.
Attention: Assurez-vous que la distance entre tous les
éléments avec antennes soit d’au moins 30 centimètres (un
pied) avant de faire la connexion avec l’alimentation
électrique, faute de quoi vous risquez d’endommager votre
installation.
The wireless CK30 has an internal 802.11b/g radio to transfer
data using wireless communications. This section of the manual
assumes that you have already set up your wireless
communications network including your access points. If you
are using a UDP Plus network, you also need to have your
Intermec Gateway or DCS 30X communicating with a host
computer.
Your CK30 supports these network protocols:
• TCP/IP
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• UDP Plus
The next sections explain the parameters you need to configure
for the CK30 to work in your wireless network.
Configuring the Network Parameters for a TCP/IP Network
In a TCP/IP network, the CK30 communicates with a host
computer directly using TCP/IP. The access point acts as a
bridge to allow communications between the wired network and
the wireless network.
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Host
TCP/IP
Direct Connect
Ethernet
Access point
CK30s
CK30 in a TCP/IP Direct Connect Network
To use wireless communications in a TCP/IP network
1 Configure these network parameters on each CK30 in the
network:
• Network Name (SSID)
• Host IP Address
• IP Settings (if not using DHCP)
• Network Port
2 Configure security. For help, see “Configuring Security” on
page 48.
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The easiest way to configure the network parameters on the
CK30 is to use the Configuration Utility. For help, see
“Configuring the CK30 With the Configuration Utility” on
page 30.
Configuring the Network Parameters for a UDP Plus Network
In a UDP Plus network, the CK30 communicates with a host
computer through the Intermec Gateway or the DCS 30X.
Host
UDP Plus
Ethernet
G4000
Access point
CK30s
CK30 in a UDP Plus Network
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The Intermec Gateway or DCS 30X translate UDP Plus packets
on the wireless network into TCP/IP packets on the wired
network and vice versa. The access point acts as a bridge to allow
communications between the wired network and the wireless
network.
To use wireless communications in a UDP Plus network
1 Configure these network parameters on each CK30 in the
network:
• Network Name (SSID)
• Controller IP Address
• IP Settings (if not using DHCP)
• Network Port
2 Configure the security. For help, see “Configuring Security”
on page 48.
You can configure the network parameters on the CK30 with
the Configuration Utility. For help, see “Configuring the CK30
With the Configuration Utility” on page 30.
Configuring Ethernet Communications
You can use the CK30 directly in an Ethernet network if you
have ordered the Ethernet option on your CK30A and you
insert it into an AD1 or AD2 Communications Dock. The
communications dock has an Ethernet connector that makes it
possible for the CK30 to communicate with your Ethernet
network.
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Host
Ethernet
CK30 CK30 CK30
CK30s in an Ethernet Network
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To use the CK30 in an Ethernet network
1 Configure these network parameters on each CK30 in the
network:
• Network Name (SSID)
• Host IP Address
• IP Settings (if not using DHCP)
• Network Port
2 If required for your network, set these parameters on each
CK30 in the network:
• Primary and Secondary DNS Servers
• Primary and Secondary WINS Servers
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Configuring Bluetooth Radio Communications
You can send information to printers wirelessly using the
Bluetooth qualified module by Socket Communications. The
Bluetooth technology uses short-range radio links and allows for
communications over a 5-meter (16.4 ft) range.
To configure the CK30 for wireless printing
1 Go to Configuration Utility > Communications >
Bluetooth. The Bluetooth menu appears:
2 Select Set Printer (Device Discovery) to start the Bluetooth
device discovery. A list of discovered devices appears in the
Devices dialog box.
3 Select the device you want to use from the list and press
Enter.
You are now ready to send information to the selected device.
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If devices are discovered, but your device is not displayed in the
box, make sure your device and radio are turned on and try
device discovery again.
Use this table to understand the commands you see in the
Bluetooth menu.
Bluetooth Commands
Command Description
Remote Device Name Displays the name of the remote
Bluetooth printer.
Remote Device Address Displays the network address of the
Set Printer (Device Discovery) Discovers Bluetooth compatible devices.
Set Printer (Device Manager) Allows you to pick from printer
Bluetooth Device Name Displays the name assigned to your
Device Address Displays the network address of your
Discoverable Allows other Bluetooth devices to be able
Connectable Allows other Bluetooth devices to
Class of Device Determines how the device appears to
Apply Bluetooth Changes Saves changes made to the Discoverable
Bluetooth compatible printer.
information saved during earlier device
discoveries.
CK30.
CK30.
to discover your CK30 during a device
discovery.
connect to your CK30.
other devices during discovery.
and Connectable commands. If you do
not select Apply Bluetooth changes, the
changes are made the next time you turn
the CK30 off and on or perform a warm
boot.
For more information on using Bluetooth communications, see
the Wireless Printing Development Guide available on the
Intermec Developer’s Library CD (P/N 235-114-001) or the
Intermec web site.
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Configuring Security
The CK30 provides three types of Wireless Local Area Network
(WLAN) security:
• WiFi Protected Access (WPA)
• 802.1x
• WEP
Use the next sections to understand how to configure each type
of security on your wireless CK30. If you choose not to use
security, see “Disabling Security” on page 54 for help.
If you are using 802.1x security, this section also assumes that
your authentication server and access points are properly
configured.
Loading Certificates
If you choose to use transport layer security (TLS) with WPA or
802.1x security, you need to have a unique client certificate on
the CK30 and a trusted root certificate authority (CA)
certificate. If you choose to use PEAP, you need to load a root
CA certificate. You can use a third-party CA to issue unique
client certificates and a root certificate. If your CA is on your
WLAN, you can use the CK30 Enroll application to obtain the
certificates.
To load certificates on the CK30
1 Configure the network and radio settings for the CK30.
2 From the System Main Menu, choose Programs >
Command Prompt.
3 Type
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enroll –s
where server_name is the name or IP address of the CA server
server_name
The Network Password dialog box appears.
4 In the Network Password dialog box, enter the User Name,
Password, and Domain to log in to the CA server.
5 Press Enter. A dialog box appears asking if you want to load
the root certificate.
6 Press Y for yes. The root certificate and client certificate are
automatically loaded.
7 Configure your CK30 for WPA or 802.1x security.
Configuring WPA Security
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Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is a strongly enhanced,
interoperable Wi-Fi security that addresses many of the
vulnerabilities of Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Instead of
WEP, WPA uses Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) for
its data encryption method.
Currently, WPA satisfies some of the requirements in the IEEE
802.11i draft standard. When the standard is finalized, WPA
will maintain forward compatibility. WPA runs in Enterprise
(802.1x) mode or PSK (Pre-Shared Key) mode.
In Enterprise mode, WPA provides user authentication using
802.1x and the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). That
is, an authentication server (such as a RADIUS server) must
authenticate each device before the device can communicate
with the WLAN.
In PSK mode, WPA provides user authentication using a shared
key between the access point and the CK30. WPA-PSK is a
good solution for small offices or home offices that do not want
to use an authentication server.
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To use WPA security, you need:
• An authentication server
Note: You can also use a MobileLAN access point with
software release 1.80 or later as an authentication server. For
help, see the MobileLAN access System Manual (P/N 067150).
• An access point with an 802.11b/g radio that supports WPA
• CK30 with the 802.11b/g radio and the 802.1x/WPA
security option
To enable WPA security on your CK30
1 Make sure you have configured the communications and
radio parameters on your CK30.
2 Press C and then B to open the System Main Menu.
3 Choose Configuration Utility > Communications > 802.11
Radio > Security.
4 For Network Authentication, choose WPA.
5 For Data Encryption, choose TKIP.
6 For 802.1x Authentication, choose either TLS or PEAP.
If you choose TLS:
a Select Properties and choose the Select button.
b Select your certificate from the list and press Enter.
If you choose PEAP:
a Select Properties and clear the Validate Server checkbox
by tabbing to it and then pressing V.
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b Press Enter. Once the radio starts to authenticate, the
Network Password dialog box appears:
c Enter a User Name and Password and select the Save
Password checkbox.
d (Optional) In the Domain field, enter the domain that
you need to access to obtain the certificates.
e Press Enter. You return to the Communications menu.
7 Exit the Configuration Utility.
To enable WPA-PSK security on your CK30
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1 Press C and then B to open the System Main Menu.
2 Choose Configuration Utility > Communications > 802.11
Radio > Security.
3 For Network Authentication, choose WPA-PSK.
4 For Network Key Value, enter a pass phrase or pre-shared
key.
The pass phrase must be a value between 8 to 63 ASCII
characters. The pre-shared key must be a value of 32 Hex
pairs. The pre-shared key must be preceded by 0x. The value
must match the key value on the access point.
5 Exit the Configuration Utility.
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Configuring 802.1x Security
802.1x security provides centralized user authentication using an
authentication server, authenticators (access points), and
supplicants. These components communicate using an EAP
authentication type, such as TLS (Transport Layer Security) or
PEAP (Protected Extensible Authentication Protocol). 802.1x
security provides data encryption using dynamic WEP key
management.
To use 802.1x security, you need:
• An authentication server
Note: You can also use a MobileLAN access point with
software release 1.80 or later as an authentication server. For
help, see the MobileLAN access System Manual (P/N 067150).
• An access point with an 802.11b/g radio
• A CK30 with an 802.11b/g radio and the 802.1x/WPA
security option
To enable 802.1x security on your CK30
1 Press C and then B to open the System Main Menu.
2 Choose Configuration Utility > Communications > 802.11
Radio > Security.
3 For Network Authentication, choose Open.
4 For Data Encryption, choose WEP.
5 For 802.1X Authentication, choose TLS or PEAP.
If you choose TLS:
a Select Properties and choose the Select button.
b Select your client certificate from the list and press Enter.
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If you choose PEAP:
a Select Properties and clear the Validate Server checkbox
by tabbing to it and then pressing V.
b Press Enter. Once the radio starts to authenticate, the
Network Password dialog box appears:
c Enter a User Name and Password and select the Save
Password checkbox.
d (Optional) In the Domain field, enter the domain that you
need to access to obtain the certificates.
e Press Enter. You return to the Communications menu.
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6 For Network Key Setting, choose Automatic.
7 Exit the Configuration Utility.
Configuring Static WEP Security
The CK30 uses the Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) protocol
to provide your wireless networks the same level of protection as
a comparable wired network. WEP adds security to wireless local
area networks (WLANs) based on the 802.11b standard.
To use WEP security, you need:
• A CK30 handheld computer with an 802.11b/g radio.
To enable WEP security on the CK30
1 Make sure you have configured the communications and
radio parameters on your CK30.
2 Press C and then B to open the System Main Menu.
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3 Choose Configuration Utility > Communications > 802.11
Radio > Security.
4 For Network Authentication, choose Open.
Intermec recommends using Open.
5 For Data Encryption, choose WEP.
6 For Network Key Setting, choose Enter Key and Index.
7 For Network Key Value, enter an ASCII key or a hex key that
is either 5 bytes or 13 bytes long depending on the capability
of the radio.
Set a 5-byte value for 64-bit WEP or a 13-byte value for 128bit WEP. Hex keys must be preceded by 0x and contain 5 or
13 hex pairs.
8 For Network Key Index, select the key you want to use for
data transmission.
9 Exit the Configuration Utility.
Disabling Security
If you choose not to use security with your WLAN, you need to
disable it on the CK30. By default, static WEP is enabled.
Intermec recommends that you always set security in your
network.
To disable security
1 For Network Authentication, choose Open or Shared.
2 For Data Encryption, choose Disabled.
Saving Your Configuration Changes to Flash Memory
If you want to save your configuration changes through a cold
boot, you need to save your changes to the flash memory. You
can save your changes to flash memory by:
• Using the Configuration Utility main menu.
• Scanning a bar code.
• Sending a reader command through the network.
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To save configuration changes using the Configuration Utility
1 From the System Main Menu, select Configuration Utility.
2 From the Configuration Utility, select Save to Flash. The
Save Settings dialog box appears:
3 Press Enter.
An hourglass appears while the CK30 is saving your settings
to flash. When the CK30 is done saving your changes, it
returns you to the Configuration Utility menu.
4 Press Esc to return to the System Main Menu.
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To save configuration changes by scanning a bar code
• Scan this bar code:
Save Configuration in Flash Memory
*.+1*
*.+1*
To save configuration changes by sending a command from the host
• Send .+1 as the last command from the host application.
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Developing and Installing
3
In this chapter you will find guidelines for developing
applications using the Software Developer’s Kit (SDK) and
converting existing Trakker Antares applications using the
Programmer Software Kit (PSK). You will also find information
on installing applications and automatically launching them.
In this chapter you will find these sections:
• Developing Applications for the CK30
• Installing Applications on the CK30
• Launching Your Application Automatically
Applications
• Customizing How Applications Load on the CK30
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Developing Applications for the CK30
The CK30 Handheld Computers run applications programmed
in Microsoft Embedded Visual C++. The CK30C can also run
applications developed for the .NET Compact framework using
Microsoft C# and Visual Basic.
Use this section to understand what you need to:
• Develop a new application for the CK30.
• Develop a web-based application for the CK30.
• Convert a Trakker Antares application to a CK30 application.
Developing a New Application for the CK30
Use the Intermec SDK to develop new applications to run on
the CK30. The Intermec SDK is a library of C++ language
functions you can use to create applications for the CK30.
See the SDK online user’s manual for help developing your
application. The Intermec SDK User’s Manual contains hardware
and software requirements, all of the functions that are
supported by the CK30, and how to use these functions.
The SDK is part of the Intermec Developer’s Library (IDL),
which is available on CD (P/N 235-114-001) or as a download
from the Intermec web site at www.intermec.com.
You need these hardware and software components to use the
Intermec SDK:
• Pentium PC, 400 MHz or higher
• Windows 2000 (Service Pack 2 or later) or Windows XP
(Home, Professional, or Server)
• For native C++ development, Microsoft eMbedded Visual
C++ version 4.0
• For .NET Development and Compact Framework (C# and
VB.NET), Microsoft Visual Studio .NET 2003
• 128MB RAM (196MB recommended)
• 360MB Hard drive space for minimum installation (720MB
for complete)
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• CD-ROM drive compatible with multimedia PC
specification
• VGA or higher-resolution monitor (Super VGA
recommended)
• Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device
For more information on .NET development and the Compact
Framework, see the .NET SDK documentation available as part
of the Intermec Developer’s Library (IDL) available on CD
(P/N 235-114-001) or as a download from the Intermec web
site and www.intermec.com.
Developing a Web-Based Application
You can develop web-based data collection applications for use
on the CK30. For help, see any HTML source book. The CK30
ships with iBrowse (CK30A, CK30B) or IE Browser (CK30C).
To open iBrowse or IE Browser
1 Press C and then B. The System Main Menu appears.
2 Select Programs. The Programs menu appears.
3 Select either iBrowse or IE Browser.
For help using IE Browser, press F1. For help using iBrowse, see
the iBrowse User’s Guide (P/N 961-055-015).
Converting a Trakker Antares Application to a CK30 Application
If you have an existing Trakker Antares application that you
would like to run on the CK30, you can use the PSK to convert
it. The CK30 PSK is a set of libraries and tools that you use to
convert your existing Trakker Antares C applications into C++
applications for use on the CK30 Handheld Computer.
The CK30 does not support all Trakker Antares PSK functions.
You may need to rewrite parts of your application when
converting it for use on the CK30. See the online CK30 PSK
User’s Manual for a list of functions that are not supported.
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You need these hardware and software components to use the
PSK:
• PC with at least 1MB of free disk space running Microsoft
Windows 2000/XP
• Microsoft eMbedded Visual C++ version 4.0 with Service
Pack 2
• Intermec SDK and development tools
• Intermec PSK, which contains these files and utilities:
• PSK functions library
• Header files
• Example files
The PSK is part of the Intermec Developer’s Library (IDL),
which is available on CD (P/N 235-114-001) or as a download
from the Intermec web site at www.intermec.com.
Installing Applications on the CK30
There are several ways you can install applications on the CK30:
• You can package your application as a cabinet (CAB) file.
• If you have a simple application, you may only need to deliver
the EXE file.
• You can copy a directory structure that contains the
application, supporting files, DLLs, images, sound files, and
data files.
Intermec recommends using CAB files to install your
applications. The CK30 uses standard Windows CE CAB files
and will install third-party CAB files. Before the CK30 executes
a CAB file, it marks the file as read-only so that it will not be
deleted after installation. After the CAB file is executed, the
CK30 automatically saves any changes you have made to the
registry or file system so that they will persist through a cold
boot. This process means that you will not have to reinstall your
applications when you perform a cold boot.
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Intermec advises you to store your applications in a folder
specific to your application underneath the \PROGRAM FILES
folder. Intermec recommends that you store your application
data in one of these locations on the CK30:
• The SDMMC Disk folder
• The CK_FFS folder
If you have an SD card inserted in your CK30, it appears as the
SDMMC Disk folder. This folder is the recommended location
for placing your application install files.
The CK_FFS folder is an area of storage that is part of the CK30
flash memory. This storage area is not deleted during a cold
boot.
There are several ways you can install files and applications on
the CK30:
• ActiveSync
• SD Card
• FTP Server
• Wavelink Avalanche
The following sections explain how to use each one of these
processes to install your application on the CK30.
Installing Applications Using ActiveSync
You can use ActiveSync to establish a connection between your
PC and the CK30. ActiveSync allows you to transfer files,
synchronize files, perform remote debugging, and other device
management activities. ActiveSync is a free application available
from the Microsoft web site.
To establish a partnership between your PC and the CK30, you
will need:
• A USB cable or a female-to-female null modem serial cable.
• An AD1 communications dock.
• ActiveSync version 3.7.1 or later.
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Installing ActiveSync and Establishing a Partnership
You can use either a USB cable or a serial cable to establish your
initial partnership between the CK30 and your PC.
To install ActiveSync and establish a partnership
1 Download ActiveSync from the Microsoft web site and follow
the onscreen instructions for installing it on your PC. When
the installation process is complete, the Get Connected dialog
box appears.
2 Connect the AD1 to your PC with the USB or serial cable.
3 If you are using a serial cable, from the CK30 System Main
Menu, select Programs > ActiveSync Serial.
The default setting for ActiveSync on the CK30 is USB.
4 Click Next in the Get Connected dialog box. ActiveSync
detects a device on the USB or serial port and prompts you to
set up a new partnership.
5 In the Set Up a Partnership dialog box, click Next.
6 In the Select Number of Partnerships dialog box, select Yes, I
want to synchronize with only this computer and then
click Next.
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7 In the Select Synchronization Settings dialog box, check the
items you want to synchronize and click Next.
8 In the Setup Complete dialog box, click Finish.
When the partnership has been established, the following screen
appears on your PC showing the device name of your CK30 and
the Connected status.
The Microsoft ActiveSync Screen
An ActiveSync icon ( ) also appears on the CK30 status bar
indicating that it has established an ActiveSync partnership with
your PC.
Note: If ActiveSync does not establish a partnership on the first
try, the Get Connected dialog box appears on your PC with the
message “Your device was not detected.” Make sure all of your
cables are securely connected and click Next on the Get
Connected dialog box until your device is detected.
Now that the partnership has been established, ActiveSync
initiates all future connections. To connect to your PC using
ActiveSync in the future, simply place a CK30 in the AD1
communications dock, connect the CK30 serially to your PC, or
turn on the CK30.
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Using ActiveSync to Copy Files and Install Applications
You can use ActiveSync to copy files to the CK30 and to install
applications. Use the following procedures to learn how to copy
files and install applications on the CK30 using ActiveSync.
To install an application on the CK30 using ActiveSync
1 Connect the CK30 to your PC using ActiveSync. For help,
see the previous section, “Installing ActiveSync and
Establishing a Partnership.”
2 In the Microsoft ActiveSync screen, click Explore. Windows
Explorer opens the Mobile Device window of your CK30.
3 In Windows Explorer on your PC, browse to the file that you
want to copy to your CK30.
4 Right-click the file and click Copy.
5 Place the cursor in the SDMMC Disk or CK_FFS folder of
your CK30, right-click, and click Paste.
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The file has now been copied to the CK30 and you can see it
using the CK30 File Manager.
6 Navigate to your application file and run it.
After your application is installed, you can run it from the
Programs menu in the System Main Menu.
Installing Applications Using Your SD Card
If you have an SD card for your CK30, this is the best place for
you to install applications.
To install applications using the SD card
1 If you are using an SD card reader, remove the SD card from
the CK30 and place it in the reader. For help, see “Using the
SD Card” on page 25.
2 Copy your application file to the SD card.
If you are using ActiveSync, an FTP server, or Wavelink
Avalanche to copy the files to the SD card, place the
application in the SDMMC Disk folder on the CK30.
3 If you are using an SD card reader, insert the SD card back
into the CK30.
4 Navigate to the SDMMC Disk folder and run your
application.
After your application is installed, you can run it from the
Programs menu in the System Main Menu.
Installing Applications Using the FTP Server
The CK30 has a built-in FTP server that connects to a network
through the 802.11b/g radio or Ethernet. You can use the server
to transfer your application file to the CK30. Another benefit of
using the FTP server is that you can create FTP scripts to
automate the process of copying your files to the CK30.
This option is useful when you need to send files to a large
number of CK30s.
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Installing Applications Using Wavelink Avalanche
You can use the Wavelink Avalanche™ device management
system to install applications on all of your wireless CK30s. The
CK30 ships with the Avalanche Enabler already loaded on it.
Each time the Avalanche Enabler is activated (typically on a
warm boot), the CK30 attempts to connect to the Avalanche
Agent. When the CK30 connects to the agent, the Agent
determines whether an update is available and immediately starts
the software upgrade, file transfer, or configuration update.
To use Avalanche to remotely manage the CK30
1 Install software packages and updates for the CK30 using the
Avalanche Administrative Console.
2 Schedule the CK30 updates or manually initiate an update
using the Avalanche Administrative Console.
For more information on using Wavelink Avalanche, contact
your local Intermec representative or visit the Wavelink web site
at www.wavelink.com.
Launching Your Application Automatically
To launch your application automatically on the CK30 every
time you perform a warm or cold boot, make sure your CAB file
places a shortcut to your application in the \Windows\StartUp
folder.
Customizing How Applications Load on the CK30
If you have several processes that you need to have run in a
specific order as the CK30 turns on, you can use the AutoRun
system to customize the way applications load. For compatibility
with other Intermec computers, you can place a copy of
AutoRun.exe in the same folder as your AutoRun.dat file but it
is not required.
To create and install the AutoRun.dat file on your CK30
1 On the CK30, create a subfolder called 2577 on the
SDMMC Disk or the CK_FFS folder.
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2 On your PC, open Notepad.
3 Write commands for AutoRun.dat using these supported
script commands:
Script Command Description
EXEC Launches a specified program and waits (up to 10
minutes) for it to complete.
CALL Processes a specified file of commands and
CHAIN Processes a specified file of commands and does
RUN Loads a specified program and executes it.
LOAD Loads a specified program and executes it.
returns. When you use the CALL command, the
execution of the current file pauses while a new
file that follows the same set of commands
executes. Once the new file completes executing,
AutoRun.exe continues processing the current
file.
not return. This command allows you to call
another file that follows the same set of
commands and stop processing the current file.
Specifies the show window attribute so that the
user interface is visible when the application
launches.
Specifies the hide window attribute so the user
interface is hidden initially.
4 Save this Notepad file as AutoRun.dat.
5 Copy the AutoRun.dat file to the \2577 folder on your
CK30.
During every boot, the system scans for AutoRun.dat in the
\2577 folder on first the SDMMC Disk and then the CK_FFS
folder. The CK30 executes the first AutoRun.dat file that it
finds.
Here is a sample AutoRun.dat file that runs a dialer application,
connects to a VPN, and establishes a TE 2000 session:
EXEC “\Program Files\My Dialer\Dialer.exe” 348-2600
EXEC “\Program Files\My VPN\Connect.exe” MyDomain
RUN “\Program Files\TE2000\TE2000.exe” MyServer
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Managing the CK30
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Use this chapter to understand how to manage information on
the CK30. In this chapter, you will find these sections:
• Accessing the System Main Menu
• Managing Files on the CK30
• Managing Applications on the CK30
• Setting or Changing the System Main Menu Password
• Backing Up Your Files
• Upgrading the Operating System
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Accessing the System Main Menu
You need to access the System Main Menu to be able to use
most of the tools for managing the CK30, such as File Manager
and the Configuration Utility. You can set a password to protect
access to the System Main Menu. For help setting the password,
see “Setting or Changing the System Main Menu Password” on
page 76.
To access the System Main Menu
1 From the CK30 start screen, press C and then B.
2 If you have set a password, enter it in the System Menu
Access screen and press Enter.
The System Main Menu appears.
Note: If you have set a password to restrict access to the
System Main Menu, an icon (
indicating that you are using the password-protected area of
the CK30.
To exit the System Main Menu
1 If you are running a task that you do not want an
unauthorized user to access, make sure you close it.
2 From the System Main Menu, press Esc.
3 When the Exit Main Menu screen appears, press Enter.
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) appears on the status bar
Managing Files on the CK30
You use File Manager to manage files on the CK30. File
Manager not only lets you view all of the folders and files located
on your CK30, it also lets you:
• Run an application.
• Delete a file.
• Copy a file.
• View the properties of a file.
To open File Manager
• From the System Main Menu, select File Manager.
The File Manager screen appears.
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Running an Application From File Manager
You can run an application in File Manager by selecting a file
and using the Run command or by using the Command Line
prompt.
To run an application using the Run command
1 Navigate to the folder containing the application file.
2 Select the file by pressing the number before the file or by
scrolling to it with the arrow keys and pressing Enter.
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The following dialog box appears:
3 Select Run and press Enter. Your application runs.
To run an application from the Command Line
1 From any screen in the File Manager, press F3. The
command line dialog box appears.
2 Type the path to the application and press Enter. Your
application runs.
Note: You can also include parameters following the
application name.
Deleting a File With File Manager
You can use the File Manager to delete files from your CK30.
To delete a file
1 Navigate to the folder containing the file you want to delete.
2 Select the file by pressing the number before the file or by
scrolling to it and pressing Enter.
3 From the dialog box, select Delete and press Enter.
4 When the screen asks for confirmation that you want to
delete the file, press Enter.
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The file is deleted and you remain in the selected folder.
Copying a File With File Manager
You can use File Manager to make a copy of a file and place it in
a different folder.
To copy a file
1 Navigate to the folder containing the file you want to copy.
2 Select the file by pressing the number before the file or by
scrolling to it and pressing Enter.
3 From the dialog box, select Copy. The following dialog box
appears.
4 Type the path to the folder where you want to copy the file
and press Enter.
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Viewing the Properties of a File With File Manager
You can use the File Manager to view properties about a file
including the name, size, dated created, and date accessed.
To view the properties of a file
1 Navigate to the folder containing the file you want to view.
2 Select the file by pressing its associated number or by scrolling
to it and pressing Enter.
3 From the dialog box, select Properties and press Enter. A
screen appears showing you the details of the file.
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For example, you should see something similar to this screen:
4 Press any key to return to the File Manager.
Managing Applications on the CK30
Task Manager provides information about applications running
on the CK30. You do not need to use the System Main Menu to
access Task Manager – you can access Task Manager at any
time. If you have set a password to protect using the System
Main Menu, you will not be able to close an application or view
the properties of an application without logging in. Use Task
Manager to perform these tasks:
• View all applications currently running on the CK30.
• Close an application.
• Switch between applications.
• View the properties of an application.
Viewing All Applications Currently Running on the CK30
If you want to close down an application while you are using a
different application, or if you want to make sure that you have
all applications closed before you close the System Main Menu,
you can use the Task Manager to view all applications that are
currently running on the CK30.
To view applications currently running on the CK30
• Press Alt and then Tab.
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The Task Manager dialog box appears with the active
application or task selected.
Closing an Application
You can use the Task Manager to close an application at any
time. You can close the application you are currently using or
another application that is running in the background.
To close an application
1 Select the application you want to close. A list box similar to
the following appears.
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2 Scroll to End Task and press Enter.
The application closes and you return to the System Main
Menu.
Switching Between Applications
You can use the Task Manager to switch between applications
without having to close down your current application.
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To switch between applications
1 Select the application you want to switch to.
2 Select Switch To and press Enter.
The application you selected now appears on the screen.
Viewing the Properties of an Application
You can use the Task Manager to view two important properties
of an application: the process ID and the file path to the
application.
To view the properties of an application
1 Select the application you want to view.
2 Select Properties and press Enter. The Task Properties dialog
box appears.
3 Press Enter to close the Task Properties dialog box.
Setting or Changing the System Main Menu Password
When you initially start the CK30, there is no password to
protect access to the System Main Menu. Anyone can view and
use powerful tools such as the Configuration Utility, File
Manager, and Diagnostics. You may want to set a password to
restrict access to the System Main Menu.
Setting a password does not restrict access to the Task Manager.
However, if you have set a password, users who have not logged
in will not be able to close an application or view the properties
of an application.
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To set a password
1 Press C and then B. The System Main Menu appears.
2 From the System Main Menu, select Main Menu Password.
The Set Menu Password dialog box appears.
3 Press Tab to move to the New Password field.
4 Type your new password, and then press Tab to move to the
Retype New field.
5 Type your new password in again.
6 Press Enter. The screen displays a message reading “Password
successfully changed.”
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7 Press Enter to clear the screen and return to the System Main
Menu.
To change your password
1 Press C and then B.
2 In the Password field, type your password and press Enter.
3 From the System Main Menu, select Main Menu Password.
The Set Main Menu dialog box appears.
4 Type your existing password in the Old Password field and
press Tab.
5 Type your new password in the New Password field and then
press Tab.
6 Type your new password again in the Retype New field.
7 Press Enter. The screen displays a message reading “Password
successfully changed.”
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8 Press Enter to clear the screen and return to the System Main
Menu.
To remove password protection
1 Press C and then B.
2 In the Password field, type your password and press Enter.
3 From the System Main Menu, select Main Menu Password.
The Set Main Menu dialog box appears.
4 Type your existing password in the Old Password field and
press Tab.
5 Leave the New Password field blank and then press Tab.
6 Leave the Retype New field blank and press Enter. The
screen displays a message reading “Password successfully
changed.”
7 Press Enter to clear the screen and return to the System Main
Menu.
Backing Up Your Files
The CK30 makes it easy for you to make a backup copy of all
files you have installed or modified on the computer that are not
already located in the SDMMC Disk or CK_FFS folders. When
you make a backup copy of the file system, the CK30 saves the
file system to a folder called Persistent Copy. This folder and all
of the files and subfolders it contains, are automatically restored
when the CK30 cold boots.
You should back up your files any time you want to make
permanent changes to the files in the Persistent Copy folder.
You also need to back up the files when you want to
permanently delete a file. When you install a CAB file, the
CK30 automatically performs this backup process.
To back up your files
1 Press C and then B. The System Main Menu appears.
2 From the System Main Menu, go to Configuration Utility >
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3 Select Backup Files Location and choose the location where
you want your files to be backed up.
4 Press Enter to save your selection.
5 Select Backup the File System.
A copy of all your files is saved to the \Persistent Copy folder
in your desired location.
6 Press Esc until you exit the menu system.
Upgrading the Operating System
When you upgrade the operating system, you erase the current
configuration and replace it with the new default configuration.
You will need to set the network communications parameters on
the wireless CK30 to reestablish communications with other
devices in the wireless network. You may also need to reset the
Ethernet parameters to communicate with other devices in your
wired network.
To upgrade the operating system, you need:
• A Secure Digital (SD) card
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• An SD card reader (optional)
• The latest operating system upgrade ZIP file available from
the Intermec web site at www.intermec.com.
You can use any file transfer method (ActiveSync, FTP server,
and so on) to copy the ZIP file to your SD card. Intermec
recommends using an SD card reader.
Note: If you are using an SD card reader to copy files to your
SD card, see “Using the SD Card” on page 25 for information
on how to remove and insert the SD card.
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To upgrade the operating system
1 Download the latest operating system upgrade ZIP file from
the Intermec web site to your desktop PC.
2 Unzip the files on your desktop PC.
3 If you are using an SD card reader, remove the SD card from
the CK30 and place it in the reader.
4 Copy all of the files to your SD card.
If you are using ActiveSync, an FTP server, or Wavelink
Avalanche to copy the files to your CK30, place the files in
the SDMMC Disk folder.
5 If you are using an SD card reader, insert the SD card into
the CK30.
6 Perform a cold boot on the CK30. For help, see “Cold
Booting the CK30” on page 103.
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Running Diagnostics
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Use the diagnostics on the CK30 to help analyze software and
firmware problems, fix application problems, and view system
information.
Diagnostic Test Page Number
Battery Information
Bluetooth Console
Bootcode Version
Contrast Test
Display Test
Hardware Configuration Table
Installed Fonts
Intermec Value Add Information
Keypad Test
LED Test
Memory Information
Network Connection Test
Network Interface Information
Operating System Version
Ping Utility
PSC Utility
Radio SSI Utility
Read CPU Registers
Sound Test
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Using Diagnostics on the CK30
You can access the System Main Menu and select Diagnostics at
any time while running an application. The Diagnostics menu
contains these options:
• Hardware Diagnostics
• Software Diagnostics
• System Diagnostics
Use the Hardware Diagnostics menu to run tests on the CK30
or view system information. For example, you can run an LED
test to determine if your CK30 lights are working correctly or
you can view how much of a charge you have left in your main
battery.
Use the Software Diagnostics menu to view the version of your
operating system, the bootcode version, and Intermec Value Add
(IVA) information.
Use the System Diagnostics menu to help analyze network,
system, or applications problems on the CK30. For example,
you can run diagnostics to check the network communications.
To open the diagnostics menu
1 Press C and then B.
2 If you have set a password, enter it in the System Menu
Access screen and press Enter. The System Main Menu
appears.
3 Select Diagnostics.
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4 Choose the diagnostics menu you want to use.
To close the Diagnostics menu
1 Press Esc until you return to the System Main Menu.
2 From the System Main Menu, press Esc.
3 When the Exit Main Menu screen appears, press Enter.
When you exit the System Main Menu, the CK30 resumes the
application you were running when you opened the diagnostics
menu.
Understanding the Diagnostics Screens
This section lists all of the diagnostics screens in alphabetical
order. You will see the following information for each
diagnostics screen:
• Description, purpose, and definition
• Location of diagnostic in the System Main Menu
• A sample diagnostics screen
Battery Information
Use this diagnostic to view information on the CK30’s main
battery, backup battery, and AC power status.
The Main Battery section displays the percentage of battery
power remaining in the battery. You can continue using the
battery until the CK30 indicates that the battery is low: the
battery light turns on and the low battery icon (
the status bar.
The Backup Battery section indicates the percentage of battery
power remaining in the backup battery. The main battery
charges the backup battery.
You can also use this screen to see the current volts and charging
status.
From the System Main Menu:
• Go to Diagnostics > Hardware Diagnostics > Battery Info
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Sample Screen
Bluetooth Console
The Bluetooth Console is a tool that helps to debug the
Bluetooth driver.
You can use the Bluetooth console to perform several Bluetooth
diagnostics, such as deciding whether Bluetooth hardware was
recognized and initialized correctly, setting a PIN, and
establishing an L2CAP connection between two Bluetooth
devices. For more information on using the Bluetooth Console
(or BDTC), visit the Microsoft web site.
From the System Main Menu:
• Go to Diagnostics > System Diagnostics > Bluetooth
Console
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Bootcode Version
The Bootcode Version diagnostic displays the version of boot
code loaded on your CK30.
From the System Main Menu:
• Go to Diagnostics > Software Diagnostics > Bootcode
Version
Sample Screen
Contrast Test
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Use the Contrast Test to make sure the different contrast
settings are working correctly on your CK30. The test will run
through all of the settings and return you to your original
setting.
When you start the contrast test, the screen gradually gets darker
until it is almost black and then it goes to the lightest setting
which is almost white. The contrast test should take you through
eight different levels of contrast. If your CK30 does not step
through multiple levels of contrast, you may have a problem
with your display. For help, contact your local Intermec
representative.
From the System Main Menu:
• Go to Diagnostics > Hardware Diagnostics > Contrast
Test
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Sample Screen
Display Test
Use the Display Test to make sure that every pixel on the CK30
screen is working correctly. For example, you may want to test
the screen if you do not see complete characters on the screen.
The Display Test turns all pixels on, displays horizontal stripes,
displays vertical stripes, and then turns all pixels off.
From the System Main Menu:
• Go to Diagnostics > Hardware Diagnostics > Display Test
Sample Screen
Hardware Configuration Table
Use the HW Config Table to view important information about
your CK30 such as the serial number, configuration number,
model, software options, and the scanner type.
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Installed Fonts
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You can use this information to tell the Intermec representative
information on the hardware and software that were installed at
the Intermec factory.
From the System Main Menu:
• Go to Diagnostics > Hardware Diagnostics > HW Config
Table
Sample Screen
Use this screen to view all of the fonts installed on your CK30.
From the System Main Menu
• Go to Diagnostics > Software Diagnostics > Installed
Fonts
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Intermec Value Add Information
Use this screen to see the versions of Intermec Value Add (IVA)
products on your CK30.
From the System Main Menu:
• Go to Diagnostics > Software Diagnostics > IVA Info
Sample Screen
Keypad Test
A developer can use the Keypad Test to quickly find the hex
value for any key on the keypad. You can also test to make sure
the keypad is operating correctly.
From the System Main Menu:
• Go to Diagnostics > Hardware Diagnostics > Keypad Test
Sample Screen
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