Juniper Systems Allegro 2 User Manual
owner’s manual
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Contents
1 Getting Started
The Anatomy of the Allegro 2 2
Perform Initial Tasks 3
Home Screen and Windows Start Menu 7
Navigating Around Your Allegro 2 8
2 Hardware Components
Keyboard Features 12
Display and Touchscreen 19
Power Management 24
LED Activity Indicators 26
Flashlight 27
SD Cards 27
Connector I/O Module 28
Audio Features 28
3 Programs and Settings
Home Screen 32
Windows Start Menu 37
On-Screen Keyboard 37
Suspend, Reset, Power Off, and Restore Defaults 39
Subdued Lighting (Tactical) Mode 41
Compass and Accelerometer 42
Communicating with a Desktop Computer 44
Getting Started Application 45
Information for Software Developers 45
4 Bluetooth Wireless Communication
Creating a Partnership 48
Bluetooth Control Panel 49
Serial Device (COM) Control Panel 51
6 Wi-Fi Wireless Networking
Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network 54
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6 GPS/GNSS
Using GPS/GNSS 58
JSNav Application 63
7 Camera
Camera Settings for Still Images 72
Take Photos and Select Photo Options 76
Videos 77
Photo and Video Library 78
8 3G Data Modem
Set up a Data Account with a Wireless Provider 80
Install the SIM Card 80
Set up the Cell Modem 82
Wireless Safety 83
Maintenance of Your Modem 83
A Storage, Maintenance and Recycling
Storing the Allegro 2 and Battery Pack 86
Protecting the Touchscreen 86
Cleaning the Allegro 2 87
Recycling the Allegro 2 and Batteries 88
B Warranty and Repair Information
Limited Product Warranty 90
Extended Warranties 92
Repairing the Allegro 2 93
C Warnings and Regulatory Information
Product Warnings 96
Certications and Standards 97
D Specifications
Allegro 2 Rugged Handheld Specications 102
Index
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1
Getting Started
Getting Started
The Allegro 2 Rugged Handheld™ from Juniper Systems
features Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and an alphanumeric keyboard.
Standard accessories include a lithium-ion battery pack,
AC wall charger, USB micro client sync cable, hand strap,
and a capacitive stylus and tether. A camera, GPS/GNSS,
and cellular data modem are options.
The Anatomy of the Allegro 2
Front and Back Features
1
2
3
4
5
6
1 Bumper, Top
2 Touchscreen
3 Function Keys
4 Numeric Keyboard
5 LED Indicators
- red charging indicator
- green notications/
programmable indicator, blue
programmable indicator
6 QWERTY Keyboard
7 Microphone
8 Power Key
9
10
11
12
13
14
7
15
8
9 Attachment Point for Stylus
Tether and other items (1 of 2)
10 Expansion Door
11 Camera Lens (option)
12 Camera Flash and Flashlight
Window (option)
13 Speaker
14 Door to Battery Compartment
and Card Slots
15 Screw Holding Battery Door in
Place (1 of 4 captive screws)
16 Hand Strap Attachment Point (1
of 2 on the back)
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Battery Compartment and Card Slots
1
1 Battery Door, Screws
2 Battery Pack
3 Mini SIM Card Slot
2
4 Micro SD/SDHC Card Slot
5 Battery Compartment
6 Connector Protector
3 4 5
6
Connector Module
8
1
2
6 7
5
4
3
1 Connector Module
2 USB Client, Micro
3 Microphone/Speaker Jack
4 USB Host, Full Size
5 9-pin Serial Port
6 Docking Pin Contacts
7 Hand strap Attachment Point
8 12-24V DC Jack
Perform Initial Tasks
When you receive your Allegro 2, perform the tasks outlined
in this section before rst use.
Review Documentation
The owner’s manual, quick start guide, and Microsoft®
License Agreement are available in multiple languages.
Other documents like release notes are available in
English. These documents are located on our website at:
www.junipersys.com/Juniper-Systems-Rugged-HandheldComputers/products/Allegro-2/Support. View, download,
and print documents as desired. (Adobe Reader must be
installed on your computer. It is available from Adobe’s
website at: www.adobe.com.)
Ch 1 Getting Started 3
Apply a Screen Protector (Optional)
The touchscreen is extremely scratch resistant, so a screen
protector is not included with the Allegro 2. If you decide to
apply one, refer to the installation instructions included with
the screen protector for specic details.
Install the Battery Pack, SD Card, and Mini SIM Card
The Allegro 2 uses a rechargeable Li-Ion batter y pack.
Install and charge the battery pack as follows:
1. The battery compartment is accessed from the back of
the handheld. Loosen the 4 captive screws holding the
battery compartment door in place using a #1 Phillips
screwdriver. Remove the door.
CAUTION: The Allegro 2 is not sealed against water and
!
dust when the battery door is not installed.
2. If you are using a micro SD card for additional memory
or a mini SIM card with the 3G Data Modem (optional),
you can install them now before you install the battery
pack or at another time. See more details about these
cards in Chapter 2, Hardware Components, Micro SD
Cards and Chapter 8, 3G Data Modem, Install the Mini
SIM Card.
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3. Place the Li-Ion battery pack in the compartment.
Make sure the + and - symbols on the battery pack
label align with the symbols inside the compartment.
Line up the + and - symbols
on the case and the battery
pack as shown
4. Replace the door and tighten the screws.
5. Plug the AC wall power charger that came with the
Allegro 2 into a wall socket. Plug the other end into the
DC power jack on the Allegro 2. The red LED on the
keyboard blinks when the battery pack is charging.
Attach the Hand Strap and Stylus Tether
A hand strap, capacitive stylus and tether are included with
the handheld.
Note: A stylus is not required to use the touchscreen. The
optimal way to make selections is by nger touch.
If the hand strap was not attached at the factory or you
want to move it to the other side, follow the diagram below
to attach it to the right or left side of the handheld:
One end of the stylus tether is attached to the stylus. To
attach the tether to the handheld, follow these steps:
1. Push the free tether loop through one of the tether
attachment points on the back of the handheld towards
the top.
Ch 1 Getting Started 5
Insert the stylus with the attached tether through this
loop and tighten the loop.
2. Place the stylus into the holder on the hand strap.
Perform Set Up
1. Press the power key . The handheld powers on and
begins the startup process. A splash screen is shown that
includes a progress indicator at the bottom.
2. A Microsoft® Windows Embedded Handheld screen is
shown.
3. The Update Time screen appears. Adjust the time zone,
date and time if necessary and tap OK.
4. You might be asked to restart the handheld to complete
installation.
5. The Home screen appears (the layout varies by model).
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6. Press the power key to suspend the handheld.
Charge the battery pack at room temperature (68°
F or 20° C) for 4 to 5 hours. While the battery pack is
charging, the red LED blinks. When it is fully charged, the
red LED is solid.
Install the Operating System in Other Languages
The operating system is provided in English by default. It
is also available in other languages. You can download
the operating system in one of these languages from our
website. Go to http://www.junipersys.com/Juniper-Systems-
Rugged-Handheld-Computers/support/Downloads/
Allegro-2. Full installation instructions are also available
here.
Home Screen and Windows Start Menu
You need to be familiar with two screens as you read
this manual and use the Allegro 2: the Home screen and
Windows Start menu.
Note: The orange then home key sequence toggles
back and forth between the Home screen and Windows
Start menu. The home key takes you to the Home screen.
The Windows soft key toggles between the Windows
Start menu and the last screen shown.
Home Screen
The Home screen is the main control center for the
Allegro 2. The content varies based on which model you
have and can be customized.
Title Bar
Shortcuts
to Favorite
Applications
Dashboard
with Function
Gadgets
Tiles/Soft Keys
Ch 1 Getting Started 7
This screen is automatically shown when the Allegro 2 is
turned on. You can get to it from any other screen by
pressing and releasing the Home screen key on the
keyboard.
Windows Start Menu
The Windows Start menu gives you access to all of the
applications on the Allegro 2.
You can get to it from any screen by tapping the Windows
tile (soft key) on the display or pressing the + Home
keys on the keyboard.
Navigating Around Your Allegro 2
Using Gestures and Making Selections
The Windows® Embedded Handheld operating system
enhances the ability of the handheld to recognize touch
gestures, making it easy to use a nger to navigate. Use of
the capacitive stylus is an option. The keyboard keys can
also be used.
Navigation options vary depending on the screen you are
viewing. Here is a partial list of options:
Vertical and Horizontal Movement
Flick up, down or sideways on the touchscreen.
For more precise positioning, touch, hold, and move the
screen up or down.
Use the scroll bar if it is available.
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Use the navpad to move around on a screen.
A horizontal scrolling menu is located on control panel
screens near the top.
Make a Selection
Using the Touchscreen
Press or tap the function gadget or application icon you
want to select, turn on, activate, or turn off.
Press and hold a function gadget to bring up a control
panel, menu, or list.
Using the Keyboard
Use the up down right and left arrow keys on
the navpad to select (highlight) a gadget or icon on the
screen. A ring appears around the selection. System Info
has been selected below:
Perform the selected action by pressing the return key
or the center action key . For dashboard gadgets like
Wi-Fi, one press of the return key shows you which icon
is selected, a second key press performs the action, and
a third key press turns the action off. For application icons
on the Start screen or in favorites, continue to use the
arrow keys on the navpad and return or action keys
until you get to the screen or menu you want.
Ch 1 Getting Started 9
Updates to the Operating System and Documents
Updates to the operating system and technical documents
are located on our website at www.junipersys.com/Juniper-
Systems-Rugged-Handheld-Computers/products/Allegro-2/
Support. Compare part numbers to see if you have the
most recent version of the Owners Manual and Quick Start
Guide.
View System Information for Your Allegro 2
To view your operating system version number, press the
System Info icon on the Home screen or go to Start >
Settings > System > System Information. Expand System ID.
Compare version numbers here and on our website to see
if your OS is current. Full installation instructions to update
the operating systems are also available at this website
location.
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Hardware Components
Hardware Components
This chapter discusses the Allegro 2 Rugged Handheld
hardware features and usage.
Keyboard Features
The Allegro 2 has a numeric keyboard, function keys, and a
QWERTY keyboard. The keys are sealed and have backlight
illumination. Some keys and LEDs are programmable.
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Key Press and
Release
Shift
+
Key Press
Blue
+
Key Press
F1 F7 Show
F2 F8
F3 F9
F4 F10 Toggle
F5 F11 Turn
F6 F12 Turn
7 &
Orange
+ Key Press
orange key
menu in
browser
backlight
off and on
backlight
down in
increments
backlight
up in
increments
8 *
9 (
Escape Task
Manager
4 $
5 %
6 ^
Back-space
(Delete)
Enable or
disable
touchscreen
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Key Press and
Release
Shift
+
Key Press
Enter (return) Select OK
1 !
2 @
3 #
0 )
Blue
+
Key Press
or X on the
screen
Orange
+ Key Press
Move left
cursor
Move right
Home Volume
down
End Volume up
cursor
Move up
cursor
Move down
cursor
Page up Brightness
up
Page down Brightness
down
Action
Home screen Start screen
Blue
command
(sticky on
second
press)
ALT
command
Left tab
(back)
Keyboard
brightness
down
Right tab
(for ward)
Keyboard
brightness
up
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Key Press and
Release
Shift
+
Key Press
Blue
+
Key Press
Control
command
(sticky on
second
press)
Orange
command
(sticky on
second
press)
w W @ Wi-Fi
t T % Task
p P ) Power
a A ~ Record
s S l Sensors
f F [ Flashlight
g G ] GNSS
c C ; Launch
b B ‘ Bluetooth
n N < Notes
Orange
+ Key Press
Control
Panel
Manager
Control
Panel
audio note
Control
Panel
toggle
Control
Panel
camera
Control
Panel
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Key Press and
Release
Shift
+
Key Press
Blue
+
Key Press
m M > Modem
Shift
command
Shift, one
key press
CAPS lock,
two key
presses
Release
CAPS lock,
three key
presses
Power
Suspend
or resume,
one key
press
Open
Power
Menu,
press and
hold
Orange
+ Key Press
Control
Panel
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Orange Power Key Menu
To view the orange power key menu on your browser, press
the orange + F1 keys.
Programmable Keys
The F1 through F6 function keys, home key, and action
key can be set up programmatically. These keys can also be
selected to launch applications or functions from the
Buttons menu as follows:
1. To bring up the Program Buttons menu, select the
Settings icon on the Home screen, and then Personal
> Buttons. Or, go to the Start screen by selecting the
Windows soft key or pressing the shift + home
keys, then selecting Settings > Personal > Buttons. Under
1. Select a button, a list of programmable keys and their
current assignments is shown.
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2. Select the key you want to reassign.
3. At the bottom of the screen under 2. Assign a program,
select the down arrow key to display a list of programs
and functions. Select the item you want to reassign to
the selected key.
Keyboard Backlight
Make keyboard brightness adjustments by pressing the
orange + for ward tab or back tab keys to increase
or decrease the keyboard brightness. You can also use the
Backlight control panel located at Start > Settings > System
> Backlight. Select the External Power screen or Battery
Power screen from the horizontal menu near the top of the
screen.
Move the Keyboard slider up to brighten the backlight or
down to dim it. Dimming the keyboard backlight saves
battery power when the Allegro 2 is in use.
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Note: The keyboard backlight turns off when the display
backlight dims or the Allegro 2 is suspended.
Display and Touchscreen
The Allegro 2 has a bright color display and capacitive
touchscreen with a diagonal viewing area of 4.2 inches
(107 mm). It is easy to view outdoors and is sealed against
water and dust. The Windows® Embedded Handheld
operating system enhances the ability of the Allegro 2 to
recognize touch gestures, making it easy to use a nger
to make selections and navigate. You can also use a
capacitive stylus.
Display and Touchscreen Settings
Type and Orientation
To adjust the display settings, including the text size and
orientation, go to the Screen control panel by pressing Start
> Settings> System > Screen.
The screen is designed to be used in landscape orientation.
Note: Capacitive touchscreens do not need to be aligned.
Touchscreen Modes
The touchscreen is optimally designed for nger use. The
default touchscreen mode can be adjusted to best match
your application and environment, especially if you are
using a capacitive stylus.
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To adjust the touchscreen prole, go to the Touch control
panel by pressing Start > Settings > System > Touch. Modes
for nger or stylus use are shown.
Select the preferred mode, and tap Load. Do not interrupt
the loading process. You can try different modes to see
which one works best for you.
Zooming in on the Display
Zooming in on the display increases the view by 50 percent
and makes selecting content much easier.
Zoom options:
Hold-to-Zoom - The Hold-To-Zoom feature allows a quick
method to zoom into a small feature on the screen.
Note: A key is not set to launch this feature by default. To
use this feature, go to the Buttons control panel, Program
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Buttons screen to assign a key to launch the function.
Select the Windows soft key or press the shift +
home keys, then Settings > Personal > Buttons.
Press and hold the assigned key and tap on the screen in
the area on which you want to zoom. The screen focuses
on that location. Make selections as desired. Release the
key to return to the regular screen size.
Magnifying glass - Tap on the title bar at the top of the
screen to display the pop-up icons. Select the magnifying
glass on the left.
This zooms in on the content. Move the screen around
with your nger until you nd the information you want.
Select the magnifying glass symbol in the upper right
corner of the screen to return the view to the regular size.
Display Backlight Settings
The display backlight can be toggled off and on by
pressing the + F4 keys.
The default setting for the brightness of the display backlight
is 80%. Adjust the display brightness by pressing a brightness
down key sequence: + Up Arrow or + F6, and
brightness up key sequence: + Down Arrow or
+ F5. You can also make brightness adjustments through
the Backlight control panel by pressing Start > Settings >
System > Backlight. External Power and Battery Power are
adjusted on different screens. Select these screens from the
horizontal scrolling menu near the top of the screen.
Ch 2 Hardware Components 21
Move the Display slider up to brighten the backlight or
down to dim it.
Dimming the Display Automatically
The display has a minimum brightness setting that it dims
to when the Allegro 2 is idle for the time interval indicated.
The display backlight dims by 50% or more, so the display
is still partially visible. You can adjust the dim time interval
(see the previous Battery Power screen) for battery and/
or external power. Dimming the display backlight saves
battery power.
To bring the backlight back up to the full brightness setting,
tap on the dimmed display.
Note: The Allegro 2 can be set up in subdued lighting
(tactical) mode. Refer to Chapter 3 for instructions.
Turning the Screen O Automatically
You can set up the display backlight to turn off after set
intervals. Tap on the top title bar from any screen, and
select the battery icon from the list of applications that
appears.
Alternately, go to the Backlight control panel. Press Start >
Settings > System > Backlight. Near the bottom of the screen
it says “Adjust Power Settings to conserve power.” Select the
hyperlink power (see the previous Battery Power screen).
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The Power control panel appears. Select Advanced from
the horizontal scrolling menu near the top of the screen.
For battery and external power select how long the screen
stays on when it is not in use. Shorter times save battery
power.
Disabling and Enabling the Touchscreen
You can disable the touchscreen. This is useful when you
are running an application and you want to see the screen
while avoiding accidental touchscreen activation. You can
move around and make selections using the keyboard. The
touchscreen can also be disabled for cleaning purposes.
When the touchscreen is disabled, this icon is shown in the
title bar until the touchscreen is enabled again.
Press the + backspace keys to toggle the
touchscreen on and off.
Press and hold the power key to display the Power Key
menu. Select Disable TS. To enable the touchscreen using
this menu, use the down arrow key to highlight Enable
TS, and press enter .
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Power Management
The Allegro 2 uses a Li-Ion rechargeable batter y pack.
CAUTION: Only use batteries designed for the Allegro 2 from
!
an approved vendor. Use of non-approved batteries may
void your product warranty.
Charging the Battery Pack
To charge the battery pack, suspend the handheld, then
refer to the instructions in Chapter 1, Getting Started. It
typically takes 4 to 5 hours to fully charge a battery pack.
We recommend that you keep the handheld battery pack
charging when it is not in use for up to two weeks. When you
plug the handheld into the wall charger that comes with it,
the batteries are prevented from being overcharged.
The Li-Ion battery pack is charged most efciently at room
temperature (68°F or 20°C). The battery pack will not charge
if it is too hot or too cold.
CAUTION: The Allegro 2 is not sealed against water and dust
!
when the battery door is not installed properly.
Battery Life
Battery life on a full charge can be 20 hours or more. This
varies depending on the applications used, backlight usage,
and radio usage.
To see the remaining battery power, tap on the top title bar
from any screen and select the battery icon from the list of
applications that drops down.
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The Power control panel appears, displaying the remaining
battery power.
Battery packs last approximately 1,000 to 3,000 charging
cycles before they need to be replaced. This is impacted by
applications and environmental factors.
Summary of Options to Reduce Power Usage
You can adjust some settings to preserve power:
Turn off the display (suspend) after a set interval. See
Display Backlight Suspend Interval earlier in this chapter.
Dim the backlight after a set interval. See Adjusting the
Keyboard Backlight and Adjusting the Display Backlight
earlier in this chapter.
Disable radios when not in use. Turn radios off from the
Home screen or press Start > Settings > Connections >
Wireless Manager.
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LED Activity Indicators
LED activity indicators are located on the keyboard on the
left side next to the key.
Red LED on the bottom (associated with power adapter):
Blinking - AC adapter is plugged in, and the battery is
charging
Solid - AC adapter is plugged in, and the battery is full
(not charging)
Green LED on the top (associated with notications):
When the operating system has something to notify you
of, this LED behaves accordingly. For example, if you turn
on GPS/GNSS the green LED blinks periodically. You can
set up some notication features. Go to Start > Settings >
Sounds & Notications > Notications tab. Under Event:
select Reminders. Scroll down to set up other notication
features as desired, including Play sound (plus repeat and
choice of sound), Display message on screen, and Flash
light for (plus the desired minutes).
Blue LED in the same location as the green LED (the blue
and green LEDs can not be shown simultaneously): The
Blue LED is not tied to a key or a notication by default.
The green and blue LEDs can be programmed through
the JS Application Programming Interface (JSAP) located
on our website at www.junipersys.com/Juniper-Systems-
Rugged-Handheld-Computers/support/Developers.
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