Motorola MC3000 User Manual

MC3000

User Guide

MC3000

User Guide

72E-68899-04

Revision A

September 2007

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© 2007 by Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved.
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change without notice.

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Motorola, Inc.
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Patents

This product is covered by one or more of the patents listed on the website: www.symbol.com/patents

Revision History

Changes to the original manual are listed below:

Change Date Description

-01 Rev A Dec. 2004 Initial Release

-01 Rev B June 2005 Added Four Slot Ethernet cradle.

-02 Rev A November 2005 Chapter 7, removed WZC, replaced with wireless application description.

-02 Rev B June 2006 Add Direct Part Marking information, MC3090S 128 MB RAM/64 MB Flash

iii

Appendix A, added Accessory Sp ecifications.

Global changes:
Changed Windows CE.NET 4.2 to Windows CE.NET 5.0
Removed WZC references, replaced with wireless application references.
Added 802.11a.
Page 2-9 and 2-10 added Four Slot Ethernet crad le.

configuration and update SMDK information.

-03 Rev A Jan 2007 Add 20-key mechanical keypad, Fusion 2.5, BT Profile application.

-04 Rev A August 2007 Motorola re-branding, operating system update: OEM version 05.26.0000.

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Table of Contents

Patents.................................................................................................................................................. ii

Revision History.................................................................................................................................... iii

About This Guide

Introduction........................................................................................................................................... xi

Documentation Set ......................................................................................................................... xi

Configurations....................................................................................................................................... xii

Software Versions........................................................................................................................... xiii

Chapter Descriptions............................................................................................................................ xiv

Notational Conventions......................................................................................................................... xiv

Related Documents and Software........................................................................................................ xv

Service Information............................................................................................................................... xv

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 1-1

Unpacking the Mobile Computer ......................................................................................................... 1-1

Accessories ......................................................................................................................................... 1-2

Parts .................................................................................................................................................... 1-3

Rotating Scan Turret ...................................................................................................................... 1-4

Mobile Computer Startup ..................................................................................................................... 1-5

Install Main Battery ........................................................................................................................ 1-5

Battery Charging .................................................................................................................................. 1-7

Spare Battery Charging ....................................................................................................................... 1-9

Stylus ................................................................................................................................................... 1-9

Starting the Mobile Computer .............................................................................................................. 1-9

Calibration Screen ......................................................................................................................... 1-10

Waking the Mobile Computer .............................................................................................................. 1-11

Main Battery Removal ......................................................................................................................... 1-11

Strap/Door Assembly Removal and Replacement (MC3000S/R) ....................................................... 1-12

Strap/Door Assembly Removal and Replacement (MC3090G) ........................................................... 1-13

Turning Off the Radios ......................................................................................................................... 1-14

On Device with CE 5.0 (OEM Version 01.15 or lower) .................................................................. 1-14

WLAN Radio ............................................................................................................................ 1-14

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Bluetooth Radio ....................................................................................................................... 1-15

On Device with CE 5.0 (OEM Version 01.16 or higher) ................................................................. 1-15

WLAN Radio ............................................................................................................................ 1-15

Bluetooth Radio ....................................................................................................................... 1-15

Chapter 2: Operating the MC3000

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 2-1

Power Button ....................................................................................................................................... 2-1

Keypads ............................................................................................................................................... 2-1

Keypad Special Functions ................................................................................................................... 2-2

20-Key Mechanical Keypad ........................................................................................................... 2-3

28-Key Keypad .............................................................................................................................. 2-5

38-Key Keypad .............................................................................................................................. 2-8

48-Key Keypad .............................................................................................................................. 2-11

Demo Window ..................................................................................................................................... 2-13

Desktop Window .................................................................................................................................. 2-13

Taskbar ................................................................................................................................................ 2-14

Battery Unknown Icon .................................................................................................................... 2-15

Start Button .................................................................................................................................... 2-15

Programs Menu ............................................................................................................................. 2-16

Keyboard Input Panel Button ......................................................................................................... 2-16

Desktop Display Button .................................................................................................................. 2-16

Task Manager and Properties ............................................................................................................. 2-17

Task Manager ................................................................................................................................ 2-17

Properties ....................................................................................................................................... 2-18

Entering Information ............................................................................................................................ 2-19

Entering Information Using Keypad ............................................................................................... 2-19

Entering Information Using the Keyboard Input Panel ................................................................... 2-19

Entering Data via the Bar Code Scanner ....................................................................................... 2-19

Data Capture ....................................................................................................................................... 2-20

Laser Scanning .............................................................................................................................. 2-20

Scan LED Indicators ...................................................................................................................... 2-20

Scanning Considerations ............................................................................................................... 2-20

Laser Decode Ranges ................................................................................................................... 2-21

Imaging ................................................................................................................................................ 2-23

Imager ............................................................................................................................................ 2-23

Operational Modes ................................................................................................................... 2-23

Aiming the Mobile Computer .......................................................................................................... 2-24

Imager Decode Ranges ................................................................................................................. 2-25

Direct Part Marking ........................................................................................................................ 2-27

Resetting the Mobile Computer ........................................................................................................... 2-28

Performing a Warm Boot ............................................................................................................... 2-28

Performing a Cold Boot .................................................................................................................. 2-28

Waking the Mobile Computer .............................................................................................................. 2-29

File System Directory Structure ........................................................................................................... 2-29

Connecting to the Internet on a Wireless LAN Network ...................................................................... 2-30

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Chapter 3: Using Bluetooth

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 3-1

Security ................................................................................................................................................ 3-2

Turning the Bluetooth Radio Mode On and Off ................................................................................... 3-2

Disabling Bluetooth ........................................................................................................................ 3-2

Enabling Bluetooth ......................................................................................................................... 3-3

Bluetooth Power States ................................................................................................................. 3-3

Cold Boot ................................................................................................................................. 3-3

Warm Boot ............................................................................................................................... 3-3

Suspend ................................................................................................................................... 3-4

Resume .................................................................................................................................... 3-4

Bluetooth Profiles ................................................................................................................................. 3-4

Modes .................................................................................................................................................. 3-5

Wizard Mode .................................................................................................................................. 3-5

Explorer Mode ................................................................................................................................ 3-7

Discovering Bluetooth Device(s) .......................................................................................................... 3-8

Bonding with Discovered Device(s) ......................................................................................... 3-9

Renaming a Bonded Device .................................................................................................... 3-11

Deleting a Bonded Device ....................................................................................................... 3-11

Accepting a Bond ..................................................................................................................... 3-12

File Transfer Services .................................................................................................................... 3-14

Create New File or Folder ........................................................................................................ 3-14

Delete File ................................................................................................................................ 3-15

Get File .................................................................................................................................... 3-15

Put File ..................................................................................................................................... 3-15

Connect to Internet Using Access Point ........................................................................................ 3-15

Dial-Up Networking Services ......................................................................................................... 3-15

Add a Dial-up Entry .................................................................................................................. 3-17

OBEX Object Push Services .......................................................................................................... 3-18

Send a Picture ......................................................................................................................... 3-18

Headset Services ........................................................................................................................... 3-19

Serial Port Services ....................................................................................................................... 3-20

Personal Area Network Services ................................................................................................... 3-21

Bluetooth Settings ................................................................................................................................ 3-21

Device Info Tab .............................................................................................................................. 3-21

Services Tab .................................................................................................................................. 3-22

Dial-Up Networking Service ..................................................................................................... 3-22

File Transfer Service ................................................................................................................ 3-23

OBEX Object Push Service ..................................................................................................... 3-24

Personal Area Networking Service .......................................................................................... 3-24

Serial Port Service ................................................................................................................... 3-25

Headset Service ....................................................................................................................... 3-25

Security Tab ................................................................................................................................... 3-26

Discovery Tab ................................................................................................................................ 3-26

Virtual COM Port Tab ..................................................................................................................... 3-27

Miscellaneous Tab ......................................................................................................................... 3-28

Chapter 4: Accessories

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 4-1

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Cradles ........................................................................................................................................... 4-1

Spare Battery Chargers ................................................................................................................. 4-1

Cables ............................................................................................................................................ 4-1

SD Card ......................................................................................................................................... 4-2

Plastic Holster ................................................................................................................................ 4-2

Fabric Holster ................................................................................................................................. 4-2

Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle ............................................................................................................. 4-2

Battery Charging ............................................................................................................................ 4-2

LED Charge Indications ........................................................................................................... 4-3

Four Slot Cradles ................................................................................................................................. 4-5

Battery Charging ............................................................................................................................ 4-5

LED Charge Indications ................................................................................................................. 4-6

Power LED ..................................................................................................................................... 4-6

Speed LED ..................................................................................................................................... 4-6

Link LED ........................................................................................................................................ 4-6

Four Slot Spare Battery Charger ......................................................................................................... 4-7

Spare Battery Charging ................................................................................................................. 4-7

LED Charge Indications ................................................................................................................. 4-8

Cables .................................................................................................................................................. 4-8

Battery Charging and Operating Power ......................................................................................... 4-9

LED Charge Indications ................................................................................................................. 4-9

Universal Battery Charger (UBC) Adapter ........................................................................................... 4-10

Spare Battery Charging ................................................................................................................. 4-10

UBC Adapter LED Charge Indications ........................................................................................... 4-10

Secure Device Card ............................................................................................................................. 4-12

Plastic Holster ...................................................................................................................................... 4-13

Fabric Holster ...................................................................................................................................... 4-15

Belt Clip .................................................................................................................................... 4-15

Shoulder Strap ......................................................................................................................... 4-16

Chapter 5: Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 5-1

Maintaining the Mobile Computer ........................................................................................................ 5-1

Battery Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................... 5-1

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................... 5-2

Mobile Computer ............................................................................................................................ 5-2

Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle ........................................................................................................ 5-4

Four Slot Charge Only Cradle ........................................................................................................ 5-5

Four Slot Ethernet Cradle .............................................................................................................. 5-6

Four Slot Spare Battery Charger ................................................................................................... 5-6

UBC Adapter .................................................................................................................................. 5-7

Cables ............................................................................................................................................ 5-8

Appendix A: Technical Specifications

Mobile Computer And Accessory Technical Specifications ................................................................. A-1

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Appendix B: Keypad Functions/Special Characters

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... B-1

Keypads ............................................................................................................................................... B-1

Appendix C: Regulatory

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... C-1

Accessory Power Supply Regulatory Compliance ............................................................................... C-1

Glossary

Index

x MC3000 User Guide

About This Guide

Introduction

This guide provides information about us ing the MC 300 0 mob ile co mp u te rs and accessories.

NOTE Screens and windows pictured in this guide are samples and may differ from actual screens.

Documentation Set

The documentation set for the MC3000 is divided into guides that provide information for specific user needs.

•

Microsoft Application Guide - describes how to use Microsoft developed applications.

•

Symbol Application Guide - describes how to use Symbol developed applications.

•

MC3000 User Guide - describes how to use the MC3000 mobile computer.

•

MC3000 Integrator Guide - describes how to set up the MC3000 mobile computer and the accessories.

•

SMDK Help File - provides API information for writing applications.

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Configurations

This guide covers the following configurations:

Configuration Radios Display Memory

MC3000R None Color or

MC3090G WLAN: 802.11a/b/g

MC3090S WLAN: 802.11a/b/g

MC3090R WLAN: 802.11a/b/g

WPAN: Bluetooth

WPAN: Bluetooth

WPAN: Bluetooth

monochrome

Color or
monochrome

Color 64 MB RAM/

Color or
monochrome

32 MB RAM/
64 MB Flash or
64 MB RAM/
64 MB Flash

32 MB RAM/
64 MB Flash or
64 MB RAM/
64 MB Flash

64 MB Flash or
128 MB RAM/
64 MB Flash

32 MB RAM/
64 MB Flash

Data

Capture

1D laser
scanner in
rotating
turret

1D laser
scanner or
2D imager

2D imager or
DPM Imager

1D laser
scanner in
rotating
turret

Operating

System

Windows
CE 5.0 Core or
Professional

Windows
CE 5.0 Core or
Professional

Windows
CE 5.0
Professional

Windows
CE 5.0 Core or
Professional

Keypads

28, 38 or 48
key

28, 38 or 48
key

28, 38, 48 key
or 20 key
Mechanical

28, 38, 48 key
or 20 key
Mechanical

About This Guide xiii

Software Versions

This guide covers various software configurations and references are made to operating system or software
versions for:

•

OEM version

•

Fusion version.

OEM Software

To determine the OEM software version:
Tap

Start > Settings > Control Panel > System Information icon > System tab.

Fusion Software

To determine the Fusion software version:
Tap

Wireless Strength icon > Wireless Status > Versions.

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Chapter Descriptions

Topics covered in this guide are as follows:

•

Chapter 1, Getting Started, describes the mobile computer’s physical characteristic s, ho w to ins tall and

charge the batteries, remove and replace the Strap/Door assembly and how to start the mobile computer for
the first time.

•

Chapter 2, Operating the MC3000, provides basic instructions for using the mobile computer and navigating

the mobile computer software.

•

Chapter 3, Using Bluetooth, explains how to perform Bluetooth functionality on the mobile computer.

•

Chapter 4, Accessories, describes the accessories available for the mobile computer and how to use the

accessories to charge the mobile computer.

•

Chapter 5, Maintenance and Troublesho oting, includes instructions on cleaning and storing the mobile

computer, and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during mobile computer operation.

•

Appendix A, Technical Specifications, includes a table listing the technical specifications for the mobile

computer.

•

Appendix B, Keypad Functions/Special Characters, contains special character generation tables.

Notational Conventions

The following conventions are used in this document:

•

The term “mobile computer” refers to the Symbol MC3000.

•

Italics are used to highlight the following:

• Chapters and sections in this and related documents

• Dialog box, window and screen names

• Drop-down list and list box names

• Check box and radio button names

• Icons on a screen.

•

Bold text is used to highlight the following:

• Key names on a keypad

• Button names on a screen.

•

Bullets (•) indicate:

• Action items

• Lists of alternatives

• Lists of required steps that are not necessa rily sequential.

•

Sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-s te p pr oc ed ur e s) ap pe a r as nu m be re d lists.

Related Documents and Software

The following items provide more information about the MC3000 mobile computers.

•

MC3000 Series Quick Start Guide, p/n 72-68902-xx

•

MC3090G Quick Start Guide, p/n 72-71347-xx

•

MC3000 Licensing, Patent and Regulatory In fo rm at ion , p/n 72-68903-xx

•

MC3000 Integrator Guide, p/n 72E-68900-xx

•

Symbol Application Guide for Symbol Devices, p/n 72E-68901-xx

•

Microsoft® Applications for Mobile and CE 5.0 User Guide, p/n 72E-78456-xx

•

Symbol Mobility Developer Kit (SMDK) Help File, p/n 72E-38880-03

•

Windows CE Platform SDK for MC3000c50, available at: http://support.symbol.com

•

Symbol Mobility Developer Kit for C (SMDK for C), available at: http://support.symbol.com

•

Device Configuration Package for MC3000 (DCP for MC3000), available at: http://support.symbol.com

About This Guide xv

•

ActiveSync software, available at: http://www.microsoft.com.

For the latest version of this guide and all guides, go to: http://support.symbol.com.

Service Information

If you have a problem with your equipment, contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility support for your region. Contact
information is available at: http://www.symbol.com/contactsupport

When contacting Enterprise Mobility support, please have the following information available:

•

Serial number of the unit

•

Model number or product name

•

Software type and version number
Motorola responds to calls by email, telephone or fax within the time limits set forth in support agreements.
If your problem cannot be solved by Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support, you may need to return your equipment

for servicing and will be given specific directions. Motorola is not responsible for any damages incurred during
shipment if the approved shipping container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the
warranty.

If you purchased your Enterprise Mobility business product from a Motorola business partner, contact that business
partner for support.

.

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Chapter 1 Getting Started

Introduction

This chapter describes the mobile computer physical chara cteristics, how to inst all and charge the ba tteries, how to
remove and replace the Strap/Door Assembly and how to start the mobile computer for the first time.

Unpacking the Mobile Computer

Carefully remove all protective material from around the mobile computer and save the shipping cont ainer for later
storage and shipping. Verify that the equipment listed below is included:

• MC3000 mobile computer

• Strap/Door Assembly, attached to the mobile computer

•Stylus

• Regulatory Guide

• Quick Start Guide.

Depending on the configuration ordered, the mobile computer shipping container or additional shipping container
may include:

• Standard battery (lithium-polymer)

• Extended life battery (lithium-ion)

•Cable(s)

• Power supply

•Cradles.

Inspect the equipment for damage. If any equipment is missing or damaged, contact the Motorola Enterprise
Mobility Support immediately. See Service Information on page xv for contact information.

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Accessories

Table 1-1 lists the MC30 00 accessories.

Table 1-1 MC3000 Accessories

Accessory Description

Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle Charges the mobile computer main battery and a spare battery, and

Four Slot Charge Only Cradle Charges up to four mobile computers.
Four Slot Ethernet Cradle Charges up to four mobile computers and provides Ethernet communications.
Four Slot Spare Battery Charger Charges up to four mobile computer spare batteries.
Power Supply Country specific and accessory specific, power supply.
USB Client Charge Cable Provides USB client communication capabilities and charges the mobile

synchronizes the mobile computer with a host computer through eithe r a serial
or USB connection.

computer.

RS232 Charge Cable Provides RS232 communication capabilities and charges the mobile

computer.
O’Neil Printer Cable Provides printer specific communication capabilities (provided by O’Neil).
Zebra Printer Cable Provides printer specific communication capabilities (provided by Zebra).
Monarch Printer Cable Provides printer specific communication capabilities (provided by Monarch).
Single Slot Cradle RS232 Cable Provides serial host communication capabilities and charges the mobile

computer.
Single Slot Cradle USB Cable Provides USB communication capabilities and charges the mobile computer.
MC3000 Universal Battery Charger

Adapter (UBC)
Stylus Performs pen and mouse functions.
Plastic Holster Provides a clip on holder for the mobile computer.
Fabric Holster Provides a soft, clip on holder and a shoulder strap for the mobile computer.
Symbol Mobility Developer Kit for

C (SMDK for C)

Device Configuration Package
(DCP) for MC3000

Adapts the UBC for use with MC3000 batteries.

A development tool used to create native C and C++ applications for all

Symbol mobile computers running the Microsoft Windows CE operating

system. Available at:

A development tool used to create and download hex images that represent

flash partitions to the mobile computer. Available at:

http://support.symbol.com

http://support.symbol.com

.

.

Parts

Keypad

Indicator LED Bar

Display

Scan LED Indicator

(red/green)

Power

Scan Buttons

MC3000R

MC3000S

Rotating Scan

Turret

Beeper or
Receiver
(optional)

Microphone

(optional)

Scan LED

Indicators

(red/green)

Charge LED

Indicator

(amber)

Getting Started 1 - 3

There are three versions of the MC3000 mobile computers, the MC3000 1D/2D Imager (MC3000S or MC3090S),
the MC3000 Laser with Rotating Scan Turret (MC3000R or MC3090R) and the MC3090 Gun (MC3 090G). For
more information on the Rotating Scan Turret, see Figure 1-3 on page 1-4.

Figure 1-1

MC3000 Imager and MC3000 Laser Mobile Computers (Front View)

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Strap/Door

Assembly

Scan Window

Stylus

MC3000S

MC3000R

Latches

Strap/Door
Assembly
Screws

Stylus
Holder

Headset Jack

(optional)

Headset Jack

(optional)

Scan Window

Position Stop

Position Stop

Position Stop

Figure 1-2

Rotating Scan Turret

MC3000 Imager and MC3000 Laser Mobile Computers (Back View)

The MC3000R mobile computer features a Rotating Scan Turret with three position stops. This feature offers
greater scanning flexibility.

Figure 1-3

Rotating Scan Turret

Getting Started 1 - 5

Keypad

Indicator LED Bar

Display

Power

Scan Button

Beeper

Trigger

Scan LED

Indicators

(red/green)

Charge LED

Indicator

(amber)

Scan LED

Indicator

(red/green)

Mobile Computer Startup

Figure 1-4

MC3090G Mobile Computer

To start using the mobile computer:

• Install the main battery.

• Charge the main battery and the backup battery.

• Start the mobile computer.

Install Main Battery

If the main battery is charged, the mobile computer can be used immediately. If the main battery is not charged,
see Battery Charging on page 1-7. To remove the main battery, see Main Battery Removal on page 1-11.

To install the main battery:

1. Rotate the latches to the open position.

CAUTION Do not lift up on the latches when removing the Strap/Door Assembly. Lift up on the Hand Strap only.

2. Pull on the strap to lift the Strap/Door Assembly off, bottom first.

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Battery Clip

Strap/Door

Assembly

Battery

Battery Slot

Hand Strap

Latches

CAUTION On the MC3090G battery, do not remove the battery pull tab. The pull tab is for enabling easy battery

removal from the device.

3. Insert the battery into the slot, bottom first and press the battery gently into the slot. The battery clip locks the

battery into place.

4. With the latches in the open position, replace the Strap/Door Assembly, top first and press to close.

5. Rotate the latches (to the lock position) to lock the Strap/Door Assembly in place.

Figure 1-5

Main Battery Installation (MC3000S/R)

Getting Started 1 - 7

5

2

0.5 in.

(12.7 mm)

3

Strap/Door

Assembly

Battery

Hand Strap

Latches

Strap/Door
Assembly

1

Figure 1-6

Main Battery Installation (MC3090G)

Battery Charging

CAUTION Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in Battery Safety Guidelines on page 7-1.

Use the mobile computer cradles, cables and spare battery chargers to charge the mobile computer main battery.
The main battery can be charged before insertion into the mobile computer or after it is installed. There are two

main batteries for the MC3000, the Standard Battery and the Extended Life Battery. Either battery can be used, but
the Extended Life Battery requires a different Strap/Door Assembly. Use one of the spare battery chargers to
charge the main battery (out of the mobile computer) or one of the cradles to charge the main battery while it is
installed in the mobile computer.

Before using the mobile computer for the first time, fully charge the main battery until the amber Charge LED
Indicator remains lit (see Table 1-2 on page 1-8 for charge statu s indications). The S tandard Battery fully char ges in
less than four hours and the Extended Life Battery fully charges in less than six hours.

The mobile computer is equipped with a memory backup battery which automatically charges from the main
battery whether or not the mobile computer is operating or is in suspend mode. The memory backup battery retains
data in memory for at least 30 minutes when the mobile computer’s main battery is removed or fully discharged.
When the mobile computer is used for the first time or after the memory backup battery has fully discharged, the
memory backup battery requires approximately 15 hours to fully charge. Do not remove the main battery from the
mobile computer for 15 hours to ensure that the memory backup battery fully charges. If the main battery is

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removed from the mobile computer or the main battery is fully discharged, the memory backup battery completely
discharges in several hours.

When the main battery reaches a very low battery state, the combination of main battery and backup battery
retains data in memory for at least 72 hours.

NOTE Do not remove the main battery within the first 15 hours of use. If the main battery is removed before the

backup battery is fully charged, data may be lost.

Batteries must be charged within the 32° to 104° F (0° to +40° C) ambient temperature range.
The following accessories can be used to charge batteries:

• Cradles (and a power supply):

• Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle

• Four Slot Cradles.

• Cables (and a power supply):

• USB Client Charge Cable

• Serial (RS232) Charge Cable.

• Spare Battery Chargers (and a power supply):

• Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle

• Four Slot Spare Battery Charger

• Universal Battery Charger (UBC) Adapter.

To charge the mobile computer using the cradles:

1. Insert the mobile computer into a cradle. See Chapter 4, Accessor ies for accessory setup.

2. The mobile computer starts to charge automatically. The amber Charge LED Indicator indicates the charge

status. See Table 1-2 on page 1-8 for charging indications.

To charge the mobile computer using the cables:

1. Connect the MC3000 Communication/Charge Cable to the appropriate power source and connect to the

mobile computer. See Chapter 4, Accessories for accessory setup.

2. The mobile computer starts to charge automatically. The amber Charge LED Indicator indicates the charge

status. See Table 1- 2 for charging indications.

Table 1-2 Mobile Computer LED Charge Indicators

LED Indication

Off Mobile computer not placed correctly in the cradle; charge cable not connected correctly;

charger is not powered.
Fast Blinking Amber Error in charging; check placement of the mobile computer.
Slow Blinking Amber Mobile computer is charging.
Solid Amber Charging complete.

Note: When the battery is initially inserted in the mobile computer, the amber LED

flashes once if the battery power is low or the battery is not fully inserted.

Spare Battery Charging

OR

There are three accessories that can be used to charge a spar e battery:

• Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle

• Four Slot Spare Battery Charger

• UBC Adapter.

To charge a spare battery:

1. Connect the charging accessory to the appropriate power source. See Chapter 4, Accessories for setup

instructions.

2. Insert the spare battery into the spare battery charging slot and gently press down on the battery to ensure

proper contact.

The battery starts to charge automatically. The amber charge LED Indicator lights to indicate the charge status.
See Chapter 4, Accessories for charging indications. The Standard Battery usually fully charges in less than four
hours and the Extended Life Battery usually fully charges in less than six hours.

Getting Started 1 - 9

Stylus

Use the stylus for selecting items and entering information on the screen. The stylus functions as a pen and a
mouse. Tap the touch screen once with the stylus to select options and open menu items.

To remov e th e stylu s, slide th e sty l us out of the stylus holder. To store the stylus, push the stylus ba ck into th e
stylus holder.

Starting the Mobile Computer

On 28, 38 and 48-key keypad configurations, press the Power button to turn on the mobile computer. On 20-key
keypad configurations, simultaneously press the Fn and MENU buttons to turn on the mobile computer. If the
mobile computer does not power on, perform a cold boot. See Resetting the Mobile Computer on page 2-28.

When the mobile computer is powered on for the first time, it initializes. The Splash screen appears for a short
period of time, followed by the Calibration screen.

Figure 1-7

Splash Screen

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Calibration Screen Confirm Calibration

Resave Screen

After the calibration procedure is performed the factory settings launch the Demo window. Application specific
shells may provide application specific windows instead of the Demo window. These screens also appear when a
cold boot is performed.

If the mobile computer does not power on, see Resetting the Mobile Computer on page 2-28.

Calibration Screen

Use the Calibration screen to align the touch screen:

1. Remove the stylus from the stylus holder.

2. Carefully press and briefly hold the stylus tip on the center of the Calibration screen target. Repeat the

procedure as the target moves and stops at different locations on the screen. This enters the new calibration
settings.

Figure 1-8

3. Once all of the new calibration settings are input, tap the screen or press the ENTER button to save the new

Calibration Screen

calibration settings. Press ESC to discard the new calibration settings.

Demo Window

The Demo window is the factory default menu. On initial power up (or on a warm or cold boot) the Demo window
appears. These sample/demo applications are intended to be used by application developers as application
development examples. These applications were not developed to support end users. Refer to the Symbol
Application Guide for information about the Demo window applications.

Figure 1-9

Demo Window

Waking the Mobile Computer

Battery Clip

Latches

Strap/Door

Assembly

Battery

Hand Strap

The wakeup condition settings are used to define what actions wake up the mobile computer. The settings are
configurable so they are subject to change/update. For more information see, Waking the Mobile Computer on
page 2-29.

Main Battery Removal

Before removing the main battery, turn off the mobile computer.
To remove the main battery:

1. Rotate the latches to the open position.

CAUTION Do not lift up on the latches when removing the Strap/Door Assembly. Lift up on the Hand Strap only.

2. Lift the Hand Strap to lift the Strap/Door Assembly off, bottom first.

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3. Release battery:

a. On the MC3000S/R, release the battery clip (at the top of the battery) and lift the battery out top first.
b. On the MC3090G, pull the battery pull tab to unclip the battery and lift the battery out top first. If the battery

does not have a pull tab, use the stylus to unclip the battery and then lift the battery.

CAUTION On the MC3090G battery, do not remove the battery pull tab. The pull tab is for enabling easy battery

removal from the device.

Figure 1-10

Main Battery Removal (MC3000S/R)

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Strap/Door

Assembly

Latches

Battery Pull Tab

Battery with Pull Tab Battery without Pull T a b

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0.5 in.

(12.7 mm)

Main Battery Removal (MC3090G)

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NOTE The SD card holder is located under the battery. To install the SD card, see Secure Device Card on page 4-12.

Strap/Door Assembly Removal and Replacement (MC3000S/R)

The Strap/Door Assembly consists of a hand strap and the battery door. There are two versions of this assembly,
one for the Standard Battery and one for the Extended Life Battery. Before removing the Strap/Door Assembly,
press the red Power button to turn off the screen and set the mobile computer to su spend mode.

To remove the Strap/Door Assembly:

1. Rotate the latches to the open position.

CAUTION Do not lift up on the latches when removing the Strap/Door Assembly. Lift up on the Hand Strap only.

2. Lift the Hand Strap to lift the Strap/Door Assembly off, bottom first.

3. Use a #00 Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws.

4. Lift the mounting clip.

5. Slide the mounting clip out of the strap loop.

Reverse the procedure to replace the Strap/Door Assembly.