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MC55 Enterprise Digital Assistant
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Revision History
Changes to the original manual are listed below:
Change Date Description
-01 Rev. A 11/20/08 Initial r elease.
-02 Rev. A 03/06/09 Add MC5574 configuration support.
-03 Rev. A 03/15/10 Add correct Vehicle Cradle input voltage. Remove reference to backup battery.
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Add support for OEM version 02.35.000 and 02.35.001.
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Table of Contents
Revision History.................................................................................................................................... iii
About This Guide
Introduction........................................................................................................................................... xi
Documentation Set ........ ... ....................................... ... .. ............. .. .. .............. .. .. ............. ... .. ................... xi
Configurations....................................................................................................................................... xii
Software Versions xii
Chapter Descriptions............................................................................................................................ xiv
Notational Conventions.......................................................................... ............................. .. ................ xv
Related Documents ....... ........................... .. .. ........................................ .. .. ............................................ xv
Service Information............................................................................................................................... xvi
Chapter 1: Getting Started
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Unpacking the MC55 ........................................................................................................................... 1-1
Getting Started ..................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Installing a mic roSD Card .............................................................................................................. 1-2
Installing the SIM Card ................................................................................................................... 1-3
Installing the Ba t te ry ............. .................................................................. .. .. ................................... 1-4
Charging the Bat te ry ............................................................................................ .. ... ..................... 1-5
Charging the Main Battery ....................................................................................................... 1-5
Charging Spa re Ba t te ries .. .. ............. ... .. ....................................... ... .. ....................................... 1-6
Charging Te mp e ra tu re ...... ........................................ .. .. ..................................................... .. .... 1-6
Powering On the MC55 .................................................................................................................. 1-6
Calibrating the Screen ................................................................................................................... 1-6
Resetting the MC55 ............................................................................................................................. 1-6
Performing a Wa rm B o o t ............ .. ................................................................... .. .. .......................... 1-6
Performing a Cold Boot .................................................................................................................. 1-7
Performing a Cl e a n Bo o t ................................................................................................................ 1-7
Waking the MC55 ................................................................................................................................ 1-8
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Chapter 2: Accessories
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 2-1
Single Slot USB Cradle ........................................................................................................................ 2-2
Setup ...... .. .......................................................................................................... .. .. ........................ 2-2
Charging the MC55 Battery .. .......................... .. ... ....................................... ... .. .............................. 2-2
Charging the Spare Battery ........................................................................................................... 2-4
Battery Charging Indicators ........................................................................................................... 2-4
Charging Te mp e ra tu re ...... ........................................ .. .. ..................................................... .. .... 2-4
Four Slot Ethernet Cradle .................... ................................................................................................ 2-6
Setup ...... .. .......................................................................................................... .. .. ........................ 2-6
Daisychaining Ethernet Cradles ..................................................................................................... 2-6
Ethernet Cradle Drivers ................................................................................................................. 2-7
Charging and C o m mu n ication .. .. ................................................................... .. .. ............................ 2-9
LED Charging Indicators ................................................................................................................ 2-9
Charge LED ............................................................................................................................. 2-9
Speed LED ............................................................................................................................... 2-9
Link LED .................................................................................................................................. 2-9
Charging Te mp e ra tu re ...... ........................................ .. .. ..................................................... .. .... 2-9
Four Slot Charge Only Cradle ...................... ........................... ........................... ................................. 2-10
Setup ...... .. .......................................................................................................... .. .. ........................ 2-10
Charging Te mp e ra tu re ...... ........................................ .. .. ..................................................... .. .... 2-10
Wall Mount Bracket ...................... .................................................. ...................................................... 2-11
VCD5500 Vehicle Cradle ............................................................................................... ...................... 2-13
Requirements ................................................................................................................................. 2-13
Connector Pin-Outs ................................................................................................................. 2-13
Mounting the Cradle ....................................................................................................................... 2-13
Power Connection .......................................................................................................................... 2-14
Charging the MC55 Battery ........................................................................................................... 2-16
Removing the MC55 ................................................................................................................ 2-16
Battery Charging Indicators ........................................................................................................... 2-17
Charging Te mp e ra tu re ...... ........................................ .. .. ..................................................... .. .... 2-17
Four Slot Battery Charger .................. ........................... ....................................................... ................ 2-18
Spare Battery Charging ................................................................................................................. 2-18
Battery Charging Indicators ........................................................................................................... 2-18
Charging Te mp e ra tu re ...... ........................................ .. .. ..................................................... .. .... 2-18
Cables ... ....... ...... ....... .... ....... ....... .... ....... ...... ..... ...... ....... ....... .... ....... ...... ..... ...... ....... ............................ 2-20
USB Charging Cable .................................................................................................. .................... 2-20
Charge Only Cable ........................................................................................................................ 2-20
Auto Charge Cab le ............................................................... .. ... ............. .. .. .............. .. .. ................. 2-21
Connecting to the MC55 .............................. ............................. .. ................................................... 2-21
Battery Charging Indicators ........................................................................................................... 2-22
Charging Te mp e ra tu re .......... ....................................... ... .. ............................................................. 2-22
Vehicle Holder ..................................................................................................................................... 2-24
Installation Reminders .................................................................................................................. . 2-24
Device Mounting Precautions ........................................................................................................ 2-24
Installatio n ............... ................ ............... .............. ............... ............... .............. .............................. 2-24
Assembly ................................................................................................................................. 2-25
Windshield Installation ...... .. ........................... .. .. ........................................ .. .. .......................... 2-25
Flat Surface In s ta l la tion .. ......................................................................................................... 2-26
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Chapter 3: ActiveSync
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 3-1
Installing Act iveSync . ........................................................................................................................... 3-1
Mobile Compu te r Se t u p ....................................................................................................................... 3-2
USB Configuration .................................................... .. .. ................................. .. .................................... 3-2
Setting Up an ActiveSync Connection on the Host Computer .................................................. ........... 3-4
Synchronization with a Windows Mobile 6.1 Device ...................................................................... 3-5
Chapter 4: Application Deployment
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 4-1
Security ... .................... .................... .................. .................... ................... .................. .......................... 4-1
Application Security ....................................................................................................................... 4-1
Digital Signatures ........................................................................................................................... 4-1
Locking Down a M o b ile Co m p u te r ........ .. .. ........................... .. .. ........................................ .. .. .... 4-2
Installing Ce rtificates ................................................. .. ............................................................. 4-3
Device Management Security ...................... .......................... ......................... .......................... . .... 4-3
Remote API Se c ur it y ....................................................................................................... .. ............. 4-3
Packaging ............................................................................................................................................ 4-4
Deployment .. ...... ......... ......... ....... ........ ......... ....... ......... ......... ........ ....... ......... ......... ...... ........................ 4-4
Installatio n Us in g Ac t i v e S ync ............. .. .. ........................................ .. .. ............................................ 4-4
Installation Using Storage Card ................... ......................................................... ......................... 4-4
Installation Using USB Connection ............................... ................................ ................................. 4-5
Installation Using AirBEAM ............................................................................................................ 4-5
MSP 3.2 .............. ............................................................................... ... .. ....................................... 4-6
Update Loader Image .................................... .. .. ................................................................... ......... 4-6
Download Update Loader Package .................................... .. ................................................... 4-6
ActiveSync ............................................................................................................................... 4-6
microSD Card .......................................................................................................................... 4-6
Creating a Splash Screen .............................................................................................................. 4-7
XML Provisioning ................................................................................................................................. 4-7
Creating an XML Provisioning File ................................................................................................. 4-8
XML Provisioning vs. RegMerge and Copy File .................. .. ............................... ......................... 4-8
RegMerge ................................................................................................................................ 4-8
CopyFiles ................................................................................................................................. 4-9
Storage ................................................................................................................................................ 4-9
Random Access Memory .......................................... .. ........................... ........................................ 4-10
Volatile File Storage (Cache Disk) ...................................................................................... ..... 4-10
Persistent Storage ....................................... ....................................................... ........................... 4-10
Application Folder .......................................................................................................................... 4-10
Enterprise Mobility Developer Kits ....................................................................................................... 4-10
Chapter 5: Wireless Applications
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 5-1
Signal Strength Icon ............................................................................................................................ 5-2
Turning the WLAN Radio On and Off ................ ................................... .. ............................................. 5-3
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Chapter 6: MC5574 - GSM Configuration
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 6-1
Quick Startup Steps ............................................................................................................................. 6-1
MC5574 Service Verification ................ ............................................................................. .................. 6-2
Ensuring Network Coverage .......................................................................................................... 6-2
Configuring a Da ta C o nn e c tion ... .. ............. .. ... ....................................... .. ... ......................................... 6-3
MC5574 Settings ........................................... .. ................................. .. ................................................. 6-6
Phone Tab ..................................................................................................................................... 6-6
Sounds ..................................................................................................................................... 6-6
Security Tab ................................................................................................................................... 6-7
Services ......................................................................................................................................... 6-8
Call Barring (Call Blocking) ...................................................................................................... 6-8
Caller ID ................................................................................................................................... 6-9
Call Forward in g ........................................................................................................................ 6-9
Call Waiting ....... ... .. .................................................................................................................. 6-10
Voice Mail and Text Messages ..................................................... ........................................... 6-10
Fixed Dialing ............................................................................................................................ 6-11
Network .... ........... ............. ............. ............ ............. ............. ............. ........... .............. ..................... 6-12
Changing Networks Manually .................................... ............................................................. . 6-12
Viewing Ava ila b le N e two rks .................................................................................. .. .. .............. . 6-12
Setting Preferred Networks ...................................................................................................... 6-13
Phone Info ...................................................................................................................................... 6-14
Network Time Synchronization ............................................................................................................ 6-15
Enhanced Operator Name String ........................................................................................................ 6-15
Service Provider Name Display ........................................................................................................... 6-15
SMS Cell Broadcast ............................................................................................................................. 6-16
Chapter 7: Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 7-1
Maintaining the MC55 .......................................................................................................................... 7-1
Battery Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................... 7-2
Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................... 7-3
Materials Re qu ired ......... .. ............. ... .. ............. .. ... ............. .. ........................................................... 7-3
Cleaning the MC55 ........................................................................................................................ 7-3
Housing ..... ................. .................... .................... .................... .................. ................... ............. 7-3
Display ..................................................................................................................................... 7-3
Scanner Exit Window ............................................... ....................................................... ......... 7-3
Connector ................................................................................................................................ 7-3
Cleaning Cradle Connectors .......................................................................................................... 7-4
Cleaning Frequency ....................................................................................................................... 7-4
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................... 7-4
MC55 ............................................................................................................................................. 7-4
Bluetooth Connection ........... .......................... .......................... ......................... ............................. 7-7
Single Slot USB Cradle .................................................................................................................. 7-7
Four Slot Ethernet Cradle ............................................................. ................................................. 7-8
Vehicle Cradle ................................................................................................................................ 7-9
Four Slot Spare Battery Charger ............... ............................................................. ....................... 7-10
Cables .... ............. ............. ............. ............ ............. ............. ........... ............. .............. ..................... 7-10
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Appendix A: Technical Specifications
MC55 Technical Specifications ............................................................................................................ A-1
MC55 External Connector Pin-Outs ........................................................................... ......................... A-6
MC55 Accessory Specifications .......................................................................................................... A-7
Single Slot USB Cradle .................................................................................................................. A-7
Four Slot Battery Charger Cradle ........................................ .......................................................... A-7
Four Slot Charge Only Cradle ............................... ........................ ........................ ......................... A-8
Four Slot Ethernet Cradle ............................................................. ................................................. A-8
Vehicle Cradle ................................................................................................................................ A-9
Magstripe Reader .................. ............................. .. ............................................................. ............ A-10
Cables .... ............. ............. ............. ............ ............. ............. ........... ............. .............. ..................... A-10
Appendix B: Bluetooth Configuration
Glossary
Index
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About This Guide
Introduction
This Integrator Guide provides information about setting up and configuring the MC55 and it’s accessories.
NOTE Screens and windows pictured in this guide are samples and can differ from actual screens.
Documentation Set
The documentation for the MC55 is divided into guides that provide information for specific user needs.
•
MC55 Quick Start Guide - describes how to get the MC55 up and running.
•
MC55 User Guide - describes how to use the MC55.
•
MC55 Integrator Guide - describes how to set up the MC55 and it's accessories.
•
Microsoft Applications for Windows Mobile 6 User Guide - describes how to use Microsoft developed
applications.
•
Application Guide for Motorola Enterprise Mobility Devices - describes how to use Enterprise Mobility
developed sample applications.
•
Enterprise Mobility Developer Kit (EMDK) Help File - provides API information for writing applications.
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Configurations
This guide covers the following configurations:
Configuration Radios Display Memory Data Capture
MC5574 WLAN: 802.11 b/g
MC5590 WLAN: 802.11a/b/g
WPAN: Bluetooth 2.0
EDR
WWAN:
EGPRS/EDGE
GPS: SiRF III
WPAN: Bluetooth 2.0
EDR
3.5” QVGA
Color
3.5” QVGA
Color
128 MB RAM/
256 MB Flash
or 128 MB
RAM/512 MB
Flash
128 MB RAM/
256 MB Flash
or 128 MB
RAM/512 MB
Flash
1D laser scanner,
2D imager,
1D laser scanner and
camera or
2D imager and camera
1D laser scanner,
2D imager,
1D laser scanner and
camera or
2D imager and camera
Operating
System
Windows
Mobile 6.1
Professional
Windows
Mobile 6.1
Classic
Software Versions
This guide covers various software configurations and references are made to operating system or software
versions for:
•
Adaptation Kit Update (AKU) version
•
OEM version
•
Phone version
•
BTExplorer version
•
Fusion version.
Keypads
Numeric,
QWERTY ,
QWERTZ,
AZERTY or
PIM keypad
Numeric,
QWERTY ,
QWERTZ,
AZERTY or
PIM keypad
AKU Version
To determine the Adaptation Kit Update (AKU) version:
Start > Settings > System tab > About icon > Version tab.
Tap
The second line lists the operating system version and the build number. The last part of the build number
represents the AKU number. For example, Build 20963.1.5.2 indicates that the device is running AKU version
1.5.2.
OEM Version
BTExplorer icon
To determine the OEM software version:
Tap Start > Settings > System tab > System Info icon > System tab.
BTExplorer Software
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To determine the BTExplorer software version:
BTExplorer icon > Show BTExplorer> File > About.
Tap
Fusion Software
To determine the Fusion software version:
Tap
Wireless Strength icon > Wireless Status > Versions.
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Phone Software
To determine the Phone software version:
Tap
Start > Phone > Menu > Options > Version Information tab.
Chapter Descriptions
Topics covered in this guide are as follows:
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Chapter 1, Getting Started provides information on MC55 configurations and accessories, charging the
battery, and resetting the device.
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Chapter 2, Accessories describes the accessories available for the MC55 and how to set up power
connections and battery charging capabilities, where applicable.
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Chapter 3, ActiveSync provides instructions on installing ActiveSync and setting up a partnership between
the MC55 and a host computer.
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Chapter 4, Application Deployment provides information for provisioning and deploying applications to the
MC55.
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Chapter 5, Wireless Applications describes how to configure the wireless LAN connection.
•
Chapter 6, MC5574 - GSM Configuration explains how to verify MC5504/94 service on an Enhanced Data
rates for Global Evolution (EDGE) wireless network and establish settings.
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Chapter 7, Maintenance & Troubleshooting includes instructions on cleaning and storing the MC55, and
provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during MC55 operation.
•
Appendix A, Technical Specifications includes tables listing the technical specifications for the MC55 and its
accessories.
•
Appendix B, Bluetooth Configuration includes registry settings required for configuring the use of the
Bluetooth stack.
Notational Conventions
The following conventions are used in this document:
•
“EDA” refers to Motorola MC55 family of hand-held computers.
•
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.
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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 necessarily sequential.
•
Sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-step procedures) appear as numbered lists.
Related Documents
•
MC55 Quick Start Guide, p/n 72-114971-xx.
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MC55 Windows Mobile 6 Regulatory Guide, p/n 72-10 8860 -xx .
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MC55 User Guide, p/n 72E-108859-x x.
•
Mobility Services Platform 3.2 User Guide, p/n 72E-100158-xx.
•
AirBEAM Smart Windows CE Client Product Reference Guide, p/n 72-63060-01.
•
Wireless Fusion Enterprise Mobility Suite User Guide for Version 2.61, p/n 72E-113153-02.
•
Microsoft® Applications for Windows Mobile 6 User Guide, p/n 72E-108299-xx.
•
Application Guide for Motorola Enterprise Mobility Devices, p/n 72E-68901-xx.
•
Enterprise Mobility Developer Kits (EMDKs), available at:
http://www.motorola.com/enterprisemobility/support
.
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Manufacturing label
•
Latest ActiveSync software, available at: http://www.microsoft.com.
For the latest version of this guide and all guides, go to: http://www.motorola.com/enterprisemobility/manuals
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.motorola.com/enterprisemobility/contactsupport
When contacting Enterprise Mobility support, please have the following information available:
•
Serial number of the unit (found on manufacturing label)
•
Model number or product name (found on manufacturing label)
•
Software type and version number.
.
.
Motorola responds to calls by e-mail, 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.
Chapter 1 Getting Started
Introduction
This chapter provides information about the MC55, accessories, charging, and resetting the MC55.
Unpacking the MC55
Carefully remove all protective material from the MC55 and save the shipping container for later storage and
shipping. Verify that you received the following equipment:
•
MC55
•
Lithium-ion battery
•
Tethered stylus
•
Screen protector, installed on display window
•
Regulatory Guide
•
Quick Start Guide.
Inspect the equipment. If any equipment is missing or damaged, contact the Motorola Enterprise Mobility support
immediately. See Service Information on page xvi for contact information.
Prior to using the MC55 for the first time, remove the protective shipping film that covers the scan window, display
and camera window.
Getting Started
To start using the MC55 for the first time:
•
Install a microSD card (optional)
•
Install the SIM card (MC5574 only)
•
Install the main battery.
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Rubber access door
microSD card holder door
SIM card holder door
microSD card
Holding tab
•
Charge the MC55.
•
Power on the MC55.
Installing a microSD Card
The microSD card slot provides secondary non-volatile storage. The slot is located under the battery pack. Refer to
the documentation provided with the card for more information, and follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for
use.
CAUTION Follow proper ESD precautions to avoid damaging the SD card. Proper ESD precautions include, but are
not limited to, working on an ESD mat and ensuring that the operator is properly grounded.
To inst all the microSD card:
1. Lift rubber access door.
2. Slide the SIM card holder door up to unlock.
3. Lift SIM card holder door.
Figure 1-1
4. Lift microSD card holder door.
5. Insert the microSD card into card holder door ensuring that the card slides into the holding tabs on each side of
Lift SIM Slot Holder Door
the door.
Figure 1-2
6. Close the card holder door and push down until it is securely in place.
Insert microSD Card in Holder
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7. Close SIM card holder door and slide down to lock into place.
8. Close rubber access door.
Installing the SIM Card
NOTE MC5574 configuration only.
GSM phone service requires a Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) card, or smart card. Obtain the card from the
your service provider. The card can contain the following information:
•
Mobile phone service provider account details.
•
Information regarding service access and preferences.
•
Contact information, which can be moved to Contacts on the MC55.
•
Any additional services to which you have subscribed.
NOTE For more information about SIM cards, refer to the service provider's documentation.
To install the SIM card:
1. Lift rubber access door.
2. Slide the SIM card holder up to unlock.
3. Lift the SIM card holder door.
Figure 1-3
4. Insert the SIM card, as shown in Figure 1-4 ensuring that the card slides into the holding tabs on each side of
Lifting the SIM Cover
the door.
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Battery
Battery Release Latch
Figure 1-4
5. Close SIM card holder door and slide down to lock into place.
6. Close the rubber access door.
7. Install the battery.
Inserting the SIM Card
Installing the Battery
NOTE The MC55 ships with either a 2400 mAh or 3600 mAh battery. The 2400 mAh battery is shown in this
installation procedur e.
To install the battery.
1. Insert the battery, bottom first, into the battery compartment in the back of the MC55.
2. Press the battery down into the battery compartment until the battery release latch snaps into place.
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1
Figure 1-5
The MC55 automatically powers up after inserting the battery if the battery has been previously charged.
Inserting the Battery
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Charging the Battery
CAUTION Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety de scribe d in Battery Sa fety G ui de lin es on page 7-2.
Charging the Main Battery
Before using the MC55 for the first time, charge the main battery until the amber Charging/Battery Status LED
remains lit (see Table 1-1 on page 1-5 for charge status indications). To charge the MC55, use a cable or a cradle
with the appropriate power supply. For information about the accessories available for the MC55, see Chapter 2,
Accessories.
For cable and cradle setup and charging procedures see Chapter 2, Accessories for more information.
•
USB Charging Cable
•
Charge Only Cable
•
Single Slot USB Cradle
•
Four Slot Charge Only Cradle
•
Four Slot Ethernet Cradle.
To charge the main battery:
1. Connect the charging accessory to the appropriate power source.
2. Insert the MC55 into a cradle or attach to a cable. The MC55 begins charging. The Charging/Battery Status
LED blinks amber while charging, then turns solid amber when fully charged. See Table 1-1 for charging
indications.
The 2400 mAh battery fully charges in approximately four hours and the 3600 mAh battery fully charges in
approximately six hours.
Table 1-1
Off MC55 is not charging.
Slow Blinking Amber
(1 blink every 2 seconds)
Solid Amber Charging complete.
Fast Blinking Amber
(2 blinks/seco nd)
LED Charge Indicators
Charging/Battery
Status LED
Indication
MC55 is not inserted correctly in the cradle or connected to a power source.
Charger/cradle is not powered.
MC55 is charging.
Note: When the battery is initially inserted in the MC55, the amber LED flashes
once if the battery power is low or the battery is not fully inserted.
Charging error, e.g.:
•
Temperature is too low or too high.
•
Charging has gone on too long without completion (typically eight hours).
Single Blink Amber (when
Power button pressed)
Blinking Amber (when
Power button pressed)
Battery depleted.
Battery over-temperature condition.
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Charging Spare Batteries
See Chapter 2, Accessories for information on using accessories to change spare batteries.
Charging Temperature
Charge batteries in temperatures from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). Note that charging is intelligently controlled by
the MC55.
To accomplish this, for small periods of time, the MC55 or accessory alternately enables and disables battery
charging to keep the battery at acceptable temperatures. The MC55 or accessory indicates when charging is
disabled due to abnormal temperatures via its LED. See Table 1-1.
Powering On the MC55
After inserting the battery or when turning the MC55 on for the first time, the splash screen displays for about a
minute as the MC55 boots, then the calibration window appears.
Calibrating the Screen
NOTE The Calibration screen can be accessed by pressing Blue key - Backspace key.
To calibrate the screen so the cursor on the touch screen aligns with the tip of the stylus:
1. Remove the stylus from its holder on the side of the MC55.
2. Carefully press and briefly hold the tip of stylus on the center of each target that appears on the screen.
3. Repeat as the target moves around the screen, then tap the screen to continue.
Resetting the MC55
There are three reset functions, warm boot, cold boot and clean boot. A warm boot restarts the MC55 by closing all
running programs. A cold boot also restarts the MC55, and also initializes some drivers. Data saved in flash
memory or a memory card is not lost.
If the MC55 is not functioning properly, perform a warm boot first. If the MC55 still does not respond, perform a cold
boot.
Performing a Warm Boot
Hold down the red Power button for approximately five seconds. As soon as the MC55 starts to boot release the
Power button.
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Figure 1-6
Splash Screen (Warm Boot)
Performing a Cold Boot
To perform a cold boot:
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On a numeric keypad, simultaneously press the red Power button and the and keys.
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On an alphanumeric keypad, simultaneously press the red Power button and the and keys.
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On an PIM keypad, simultaneously press the red Power button and the and keys.
Figure 1-7
Splash Screen (Co ld Boot)
Performing a Clean Boot
CAUTION A clean boot should only be performed by an authorized system administrator. You must connect the
MC55 to AC power during a clean boot.
Removing AC power from the MC55 during a clean boot may render the MC55 inoperable.
A clean boot resets the MC55 to the factory default settings. All data in the Application folder is retained. You must
download the Clean Boot Package file from the Support Central web site,
http://www.motorola.com/enterprisemobility/support and install on the
To perform a clean boot:
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1. Download the Clean Boot Package from the Support Central web site. Follow the instructions included in the
package for installing the package onto the
2. Perform a cold boot.
3. Immediately, as soon as the device starts to boot and before the splash screen is visible, press and hold the
left scan button.
4. Insert the MC55 into a powered cradle.
5. The MC55 updates and then re-boots.
6. Calibrate the screen.
Waking the MC55
The wake-up conditions define what actions wake up the mobile computer after it has gone into suspend mode.
The mobile computer can go into suspend mode by either pressing the Power button or automatically by Control
Panel time-out settings. These settings are configurable and the factory default settings are shown in Table 1-2 are
subject to change/update. T o access the Wakeup settings, tap Start > Settings > System > Power icon > Wakeup
tab.
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Table 1-2
AC power is applied. No Yes
Mobile computer is inserted into a cradle. No Yes
Mobile computer is removed from a cradle. No Yes
Mobile computer is connected to a USB device. No Yes
Mobile computer is disconnected from a USB device. No Yes
A key is pressed. No Yes
The scan triggered is pressed. No Yes
The screen is touched. No No
Bluetooth communication Yes Yes
Incoming phone call Yes Yes
Wake-up Default Settings
Condition for Wake-up Power Button Automatic Time-out
Chapter 2 Accessories
Introduction
This chapter provides set up information for the following MC55 accessories:
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Single Slot USB Cradle - Charges the MC55 main battery and a spare battery. Synchronizes the MC55 with
a host computer through a USB connection.
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Four Slot Charge Only Cradl e - Charges up to four MC55 devices.
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Four Slot Ethernet Cradle - Charges up to four MC55 devices and connects the MC55 with an Ethernet
network.
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Four Slot Battery Charger - Charges up to four spare batteries.
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Vehicle Cradle - Provides secure mounting of the MC55 in a vehicle. Charges the MC55.
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Cables
• Auto Charge Cable - Plugs into a vehicle cigarette lighter to charge the MC55 while on the road.
• Charge Only Cable - Provides power to the MC55.
• USB Charging Cable - Provides power to the MC55 and USB communication with a host computer.
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Vehicle Holder - Provides mounting for the MC55 inside a vehicle using a mounted suction cup.
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Single Slot Ethernet/Modem/USB Cradle - Charges the MC55 main battery and a spare battery.
Synchronizes the MC55 with a host computer through an Ethernet, Modem or USB connection.
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Magnetic Stripe Reader - Snaps on to the MC55 and adds magnetic stripe reading capabilities.
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DEX Cable - Connects the MC55 to a vending machine.
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Power Supply
USB Port
Power Port
AC Line Cord
Single Slot USB Cradle
This section describes how to set up and use a Single Slot USB cradle with the MC55. For USB communication
setup procedures see Chapter 3, ActiveSync.
The Single Slot USB cradle:
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Provides 5.4 VDC power for operating the MC55.
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Synchronizes information between the MC55 and a host computer. See Chapter 3, ActiveSync for
information on setting up a partnership between the MC55 and a host computer.
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Charges the MC55’s battery.
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Charges a spare battery.
Setup
Figure 2-1
Single Slot USB Cradle Power and USB Connections
Charging the MC55 Battery
Connect the cradle to power. Insert the MC55 into the MC55 slot to begin charging.
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Charge Status LED
Figure 2-2
MC55 Battery Charging
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Spare Battery
Spare Battery
Charging LED
Charging the Spare Battery
Figure 2-3
Spare Battery Charging
Battery Charging Indicators
The Single Slot USB cradle charges the MC55’s main battery and a spare battery simultaneously.
The MC55’s Charging/Battery Status LED indicates the status of the battery charging in the MC55. See Table 1-1
on page 1-5 for charging status indications.
The spare battery charging LED on the cradle indicates the status of the spare battery charging in the cradle. See
Table 2-1 for charging st atus indications.
The 2400 mAh battery fully charges in approximately four hours and the 3600 mAh battery fully charges in
approximately six hours.
Charging Temperature
Charge batteries in temperatures from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). Charging is intelligently controlled by the
MC55.
To accomplish this, for small periods of time, the MC55 or accessory alternately enables and disables battery
charging to keep the battery at acceptable temperatures. The MC55 or accessory indicates when charging is
disabled due to abnormal temperatures via its LED. See Table 1-1 on page 1-5 and Table 2-1.
Table 2-1
Spare Battery LED Charging Indicators
Spare Battery LED
(on cradle)
Slow Blinking Amber Spare battery is charging.
Indication
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