Opticon H15 User Manual

Handheld Data Terminal

H15

The H15 Handheld Data Terminal is a handheld

device, compatible with Microsoft Windows

technology.

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Model Number:

Edition:

Date:

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Dec2009

Copyright 2009 Opticon. All rights reserved.

This manual may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated or converted to any electronic or
machine readable form without prior written consent of Opticon.

Limited Warranty and Disclaimers
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE

PRODUCT.

Serial Number

A serial number appears on all Opticon products. This official registration number is directly related to the device purchased.
Do not remove the serial number from your Opticon device. Removing the serial number voids the warranty.

Warranty

Unless otherwise agreed in a written contract, all Opticon products are warranted against defects in materials and
workmanship for two years after purchase. Opticon will repair or, at its option, replace products that are defective in
materials or workmanship with proper use during the warranty period. Opticon is not liable for damages caused by
modifications made by a customer. In such cases, standard repair charges will apply. If a product is returned under warranty
and no defect is found, standard repair charges will apply. Opticon assumes no liability for any direct, indirect,
consequential or incidental damages arising out of use or inability to use both the hardware and software, even if Opticon
has been informed about the possibility of such damages.

Packaging

The packing materials are recyclable. We recommend that you save all packing material to use should you need to
transport your scanner or send it for service. Damage caused by improper packaging during shipment is not covered by the
warranty.

Trademarks

Trademarks used are the property of their respective owners.

Opticon Inc. and Opticon Sensors Europe B.V. are wholly owned subsidiaries of OPTOELECTRONICS Co., Ltd., 12-17,
Tsukagoshi 4-chome, Warabi-shi, Saitama, Japan 335-0002. TEL [phone]; FAX [phone]

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Email: [e-mail] Email: [e-mail]

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Table of Contents

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

1.1. About this Manual.............................................................................................. 1-1

1.2. User and Product Safety ................................................................................... 1-2

1.3. Battery Safety.................................................................................................... 1-2

1.4. CE Statement .................................................................................................... 1-3

1.5. Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Statement .................................... 1-4

1.5.1. LED and Laser Safety Information ............................................................... 1-5

1.6. Recycling & Disposal......................................................................................... 1-5

1.7. Regulatory Information ...................................................................................... 1-5

1.8. Product Labeling................................................................................................ 1-6

1.9. System Specifications........................................................................................ 1-8

1.10. Environment and durability. ............................................................................... 1-9

1.11. Warranty and after service................................................................................. 1-9

2. Getting started.......................................................................................................... 2-10

2.1. Product Overview ............................................................................................ 2-11

2.2. Charging the Battery Pack............................................................................... 2-13

2.2.1. Installing the battery pack in the Terminal .................................................. 2-13

2.2.2. Charging the Terminal ................................................................................ 2-15

2.2.3. Charging the Spare Battery Pack ............................................................... 2-15

2.3. Handling the terminal....................................................................................... 2-16

2.3.1. Starting the terminal ................................................................................... 2-16

2.3.2. Power ON/OFF ..........................................................................................2-16

2.3.3. Calibrating the touch screen....................................................................... 2-17

2.3.4. Adjusting the brightness............................................................................. 2-17

2.3.5. Muting the sound........................................................................................ 2-18

2.3.6. Using the stylus.......................................................................................... 2-18

2.3.7. Using the keypad ....................................................................................... 2-18

2.3.8. Using the Special Functions....................................................................... 2-18

2.3.9. Combine Numeric and Shift modes............................................................ 2-19

2.4. Navigating the Display..................................................................................... 2-26

2.4.1. Time and Date............................................................................................ 2-26

2.4.2. Entering Data ............................................................................................. 2-27

2.4.3. The Task and Command bar ...................................................................... 2-27

2.4.4. The Soft Keypad......................................................................................... 2-28

2.4.5. Setting Up Wireless LAN............................................................................ 2-29

2.4.6. Reading Barcodes...................................................................................... 2-35

2.4.7. Help............................................................................................................ 2-36

2.5. Power management ........................................................................................ 2-36

2.5.1. Suspend Mode ........................................................................................... 2-36

2.5.2. Resuming ................................................................................................... 2-37

2.6. Resetting the Terminal ..................................................................................... 2-38

2.6.1. Soft (Warm) Reset...................................................................................... 2-38

2.6.2. Hard (Cold) Reset ...................................................................................... 2-38

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3. Settings3-1

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

3.2. Control Panel..................................................................................................... 3-1

3.2.1. Bluetooth Device Properties ...................................................................... 3-2

3.2.2. Certificates ................................................................................................ 3-6

3.2.3. Control Center ........................................................................................... 3-8

3.2.4. Control Center – Information .....................................................................3-9

3.2.5. Control Center – Brightness ...................................................................... 3-9

3.2.6. Control Center – Function Key Settings .................................................... 3-9

3.2.7. Control Center – Backup & Restore ........................................................ 3-10

3.2.8. Date/Time ................................................................................................ 3-12

3.2.9. Dialing Properties ....................................................................................3-13

3.2.10. Display Properties ................................................................................... 3-15

3.2.11. Input Panel .............................................................................................. 3-17

3.2.12. Internet Options ....................................................................................... 3-18

3.2.13. Keyboard ................................................................................................. 3-20

3.2.14. Network and Dial-up Connections ........................................................... 3-21

3.2.15. Owner...................................................................................................... 3-25

3.2.16. Password................................................................................................. 3-26

3.2.17. PC Connection ........................................................................................ 3-27

3.2.18. Power ......................................................................................................3-28

3.2.19. Regional Settings ....................................................................................3-30

3.2.20. Remove Programs................................................................................... 3-30

3.2.21. Stylus....................................................................................................... 3-31

3.2.22. System .................................................................................................... 3-32

3.2.23. Terminal Server Client Licenses .............................................................. 3-33

3.2.24. Volume & Sounds Properties................................................................... 3-34

3.3. Taskbar and Start Menu................................................................................... 3-35

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4.1. Installing & Setting Up Microsoft ActiveSync ........................................................ 4-1

4.1.1. Installing Microsoft ActiveSync on the Host PC............................................ 4-1

4.1.2. Connecting Terminal to Host PC .................................................................. 4-1

4.2. Using ActiveSync ................................................................................................. 4-1

4.2.1. Setting up a Partnership............................................................................... 4-1

4.2.2. ActiveSync File Synchronization .................................................................. 4-3

4.2.3. Networking ................................................................................................... 4-3

5. Software Applications................................................................................................ 5-1

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

5.2. Software Applications ........................................................................................... 5-1

5.2.1. Inbox ............................................................................................................ 5-1

5.2.2. Internet Explorer........................................................................................... 5-8

5.2.3. Microsoft WordPad..................................................................................... 5-11

5.2.4. Remote Connection ................................................................................... 5-15

5.2.5. Windows Explorer ...................................................................................... 5-16

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5.3. DiskOnChip ........................................................................................................ 5-18

5.3.1. Saving to Flash ..........................................................................................5-18

5.3.2. DiskOnChip Location ................................................................................. 5-18

5.3.3. DiskOnChip Size ........................................................................................ 5-18

Table of Figures

Figure 2-11. Date/Time properties..................................................................... 2-26

Figure 2-12. Task Bar & Command Bar............................................................. 2-28

Figure 2-13. Main tab ........................................................................................ 2-30

Figure 2-14. Profile tab...................................................................................... 2-31

Figure 2-15. Status tab ...................................................................................... 2-33

Figure 2-16. Signal Quality Indicators ...............................................................2-33

Figure 2-17. Diags tab....................................................................................... 2-34

Figure 2-18. Global tab...................................................................................... 2-35

Figure 2-19. Aiming the scanning beam............................................................ 2-35

Figure 2-20. Good scanning position................................................................. 2-36

Figure 2-21. Bad scanning position ................................................................... 2-36

Figure 2-22. Schemes tab ................................................................................. 2-37

Figure 3-1. BT Service – Enable Bluetooth Device .............................................3-3

Figure 3-2. BT Service – Bluetooth Manager scan Inquiry .................................. 3-3

Figure 3-3. BT Service – Bluetooth hardware error............................................. 3-3

Figure 3-4. BT Service – Bluetooth authentication error...................................... 3-3

Figure 3-5. BT Service – Bluetooth PIN Window................................................. 3-4

Figure 3-6. BT Service – Bluetooth Scan Device Trusted/Active......................... 3-4

Figure 3-7. Serial Port – Enable Bluetooth Device .............................................. 3-4

Figure 3-8. Serial Port – Bluetooth Manager Window ......................................... 3-4

Figure 3-9. Serial Port – Bluetooth Manager Window ......................................... 3-5

Figure 3-10. Serial Port – Bluetooth Manager Window ....................................... 3-5

Figure 3-11. Serial Port – Bluetooth Manager Window........................................ 3-5

Figure 3-12. Bluetooth Icons ............................................................................... 3-6

Figure 3-13. Certificates – Stores tab .................................................................. 3-7

Figure 3-14. Certificates – Trusted Authorities..................................................... 3-7

Figure 3-15. Certificates – your Trusted Authorities............................................. 3-7

Figure 3-16. Certificates – Import........................................................................ 3-7

Figure 3-17. Certificate Details............................................................................ 3-8

Figure 3-18. Control Center................................................................................. 3-8

Figure 3-19 LCD Brightness................................................................................ 3-9

Figure 3-20. Choose Fn-Key ............................................................................. 3-10

Figure 3-21. Assign Fn-Key ............................................................................... 3-10

Figure 3-22. Backup/Restore ............................................................................ 3-11

Figure 3-23. Backup & Restore Start................................................................. 3-11

Figure 3-24. Backup/Restore Wait .................................................................... 3-11

Figure 3-25. Backup/Restore Finished .............................................................. 3-11

Figure 3-26. Restore Finished........................................................................... 3-12

Figure 3-27. Dialing Properties – location ......................................................... 3-14

Figure 3-28. Dialing Properties – new location.................................................. 3-14

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Figure 3-29. Dialing Properties – new location name........................................ 3-14

Figure 3-30. Dialing Properties – dialing patterns.............................................. 3-14

Figure 3-31. Display Properties......................................................................... 3-15

Figure 3-32. Display Background Image ........................................................... 3-15

Figure 3-33. Display Properties – Browse ......................................................... 3-16

Figure 3-34. Display Properties – Scheme........................................................ 3-16

Figure 3-35. Display Properties – Scheme selection......................................... 3-16

Figure 3-36. Input Panel Properties................................................................... 3-17

Figure 3-37. Input Panel Soft Keyboard Options............................................... 3-17

Figure 3-38. Internet Settings General .............................................................. 3-19

Figure 3-39. Internet Settings Connection......................................................... 3-19

Figure 3-40. Internet Settings Security.............................................................. 3-19

Figure 3-41. Internet Settings Privacy ............................................................... 3-19

Figure 3-42. Internet Settings Advanced ........................................................... 3-20

Figure 3-43. Internet Settings Popups............................................................... 3-20

Figure 3-44. Keyboard Properties .....................................................................3-20

Figure 3-45. Connection icon ............................................................................ 3-22

Figure 3-46. Make new connection ...................................................................3-22

Figure 3-47. Modem .......................................................................................... 3-22

Figure 3-48. Phone Number.............................................................................. 3-22

Figure 3-49. Port Settings ................................................................................. 3-23

Figure 3-50. Call Options .................................................................................. 3-23

Figure 3-51. TCP/IP Settings – General............................................................ 3-23

Figure 3-52. TCP/IP Settings – Name Servers.................................................. 3-23

Figure 3-53. Security Settings ........................................................................... 3-24

Figure 3-54. WLAN Adapter – IP Address......................................................... 3-24

Figure 3-55. WLAN Adapter – Name Servers ................................................... 3-24

Figure 3-56. Owner Identification ......................................................................3-25

Figure 3-57. Owner Notes ................................................................................. 3-25

Figure 3-58. Owner Network ID......................................................................... 3-26

Figure 3-59. Password Properties ..................................................................... 3-26

Figure 3-60. PC Connection.............................................................................. 3-27

Figure 3-61. PC Connection.............................................................................. 3-27

Figure 3-62. Power Battery ............................................................................... 3-28

Figure 3-63. Power Schemes............................................................................ 3-28

Figure 3-64. Battery Power Switch state ........................................................... 3-29

Figure 3-65. Schemes AC Power ...................................................................... 3-29

Figure 3-66. Main Batteries Very Low ............................................................... 3-29

Table 3-67. Regional Settings ........................................................................... 3-30

Table 3-68. Remove Programs.......................................................................... 3-30

Figure 3-69. Stylus – Double Tap ...................................................................... 3-31

Figure 3-70. Stylus – Recalibrate ...................................................................... 3-31

Figure 3-71. Stylus – Calibration ....................................................................... 3-31

Figure 3-72. System General ............................................................................ 3-32

Figure 3-73. System Memory ............................................................................ 3-32

Figure 3-74. System Device Name.................................................................... 3-33

Figure 3-75. System Copyright.......................................................................... 3-33

Figure 3-76. Terminal Server Client Licenses.................................................... 3-33

Figure 3-77. Volume & Sounds Properties – Volume ........................................ 3-34

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Figure 3-78. Volume & Sounds Properties – Sounds ........................................ 3-34

Figure 3-79. Taskbar and Start Menu – Selection.............................................. 3-35

Figure 3-80. Taskbar and Start Menu – General................................................ 3-35

Figure 3-81. Taskbar and Start Menu – Advanced............................................. 3-35

Figure 4-1. Communication ................................................................................. 4-2

Figure 4-2. ActiveSync Connected ...................................................................... 4-3

Figure 5-1. Inbox ................................................................................................. 5-1

Figure 5-2. Internet Explorer ............................................................................... 5-8

Figure 5-3. Remote Connection ........................................................................5-15

Figure 5-4. Windows Explorer ........................................................................... 5-16

Figure 5-5. DiskOnChip..................................................................................... 5-18

Figure 5-6. DiskOnChip size ............................................................................. 5-18

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Table 1-1. Front Labeling..................................................................................... 1-6

Table 1-2. Rear Labeling ..................................................................................... 1-7

Table 2-1. H15 package contents ...................................................................... 2-10

Table 2-2. Terminal overview ............................................................................. 2-12

Table 2-3. Keypad list ........................................................................................ 2-19

Table 2-4. Special reset key combinations ........................................................ 2-20

Table 2-5. Definition of main Function ...............................................................2-21

Table 2-6. Special Function key define .............................................................. 2-23

Table 2-7. Shift + Numeric keys define .............................................................. 2-24

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1. Introduction

Congratulations on purchasing the Opticon H-15 Hand Held Terminal(HHT), a Microsoft
Windows® CE rugged Terminal. Its special combination of features makes it perfect for using in
a wide range of applications. These features as:

• Intel® XScaleTM PXA270 312MHz 32 bits RISC processor

• Windows® CE 5.0 Operating System

• 64 MB SDRAM & 128 MB/256 MB Flash ROM

• User accessible MicroSD slot

• 240 x 320, 2.4” Color TFT display with touch panel

• Numeric keypad

• 802.11b/g Wireless LAN Built In

• Bluetooth Built In

• Integrated 1D barcode reader

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1.1. About this Manual

This manual contains the following chapters:

Chapter 1: Introduction General information

Chapter 2: Getting started Describe the basic use of the Terminal

Chapter 3: Setting Provide basic instructions for customizing

Chapter 4: Communication Describe how to use all kinds of communication

Chapter 5: Software Application Describe the installed applications

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1.2. User and Product Safety

• Do not stare into the laser or LED beam directly or shine it into eyes.

• Never use strong pressure onto the screen or subject it to severe impact, as the LCD

panel could become cracked and possibility cause personal injury. If the LCD panel is
broken, never touch the liquid inside because the liquid irritates the skin.

• Although the Terminal has passed the test of IP54 standard for water and dust
resistance, avoid prolonged exposure to rain or other concentrated moisture. Such
conditions exceeds the IP54 standard, and could result in water or other contaminants
entering into the Terminal.

• Use only the original approved AC adapter. Use of an unapproved AC adapter could
result in electrical problems, fire, or electrical shock. Opticon shall not be held
responsible for any damages caused by using an AC adapter not provided by
Opticon.

• Do not disassemble the Terminal. Servicing should be done by a qualified supplier
only. If the Terminal or accessories are damaged due to wrong handling or
unauthorized repair, the warranty is void. The warranty is also void if the warranty
seals are broken.

• Make regularly back-ups of all important data.

• Under no circumstance will the supplier be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential

or incidental damages resulting from the use or inability to use the hardware and
software and/or any data loss, even if the supplier has been informed of the possibility
of such damages.

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1.3. Battery Safety

Lithium-ion battery packs may get hot, explode, ignite, and/or cause serious injury if used
inappropriately. Please note the following safety warnings:

• Do not throw the battery pack in a fire. Do not expose the battery to high
temperatures.

• Do not connect a positive battery pack to a negative battery pack using any metal
object (like wire).

• Do not carry or store the battery pack with metal objects.

• Do not pierce the battery pack with nails or drills, strike the battery pack with a

hammer, step on the battery pack or otherwise expose it to strong impacts, shocks, or
excessive force.

• Do not solder the battery pack.

• Do not expose battery pack to liquid or allow the battery contacts to get wet.

• Do not disassemble or modify the battery pack. The battery pack contains safety and

protection measures, which, if damaged, may cause the battery pack to generate heat,
explode, or ignite.

• Do not discharge the battery pack using any device other than the specified device.
When it is used in devices other than the specified device, the battery pack may be
damaged or its life expectancy reduced. If the device causes any abnormal current to
flow, it may cause the battery pack to overheat, explode, or ignite and cause serious
injury.

• In the event that the battery pack leaks and the fluid gets into one’s eye, do not rub the
eye. Rinse well with water and immediately seek medical care. If left untreated, the
battery fluid could cause damage to the eye.

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1.4. CE Statement

This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.

0560

Standard Description

EN 60950-1: 2006 Safety of Information Technology Equipment

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EN50360:
(2001-07)

EN50361:
(2001-07)

EN50371:
(2002-03)

EN 300 328 V1.7.1:
(2006-10)

EN 301 511 V9.0.2:
(2003-03)

EN 301 489-1
V1.6.1: (2005-09)

Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of mobile
phones with the basic restrictions related to human exposure to
electromagnetic fields (300 MHz–3 GHz)

Basic standard for the measurement of specific absorption rate
related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields from mobile
phones (300 MHz–3 GHz)

Generic standard to demonstrate the compliance of low power
electronic and electrical apparatus with the basic restrictions
related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields (10 MHz–00
GHz)—General public

Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters
(ERM); Wideband Transmission systems; Data transmission
equipment operating in the 2.4 GHz ISM band and using spread
spectrum modulation techniques; Harmonized EN covering
essential requirements under article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive

Global System for Mobile communications (GSM); Harmonized
standard for mobile stations in the GSM 900 and DCS 1800
bands covering essential requirements under article 3.2 of the
R&TTE directive (1999/5/EC)

Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters
(ERM); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio
equipment and services; Part 1: Common technical
requirements

EN 301 489-17
V1.2.1 (2002-08)

Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters
(ERM); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio
equipment and services; Part 17: Specific conditions for 2,4 GHz
wideband transmission systems and 5 GHz high performance
RLAN equipment

EN 301 489-7
V1.2.1: (2002-08)

ElectroMagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters
(ERM); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio
equipment ad services; Part 7: Specific conditions for mobile and
portable radio and ancillary equipment of digital cellular radio
telecommunications systems (GSM and DCS).

• This device is a 2.4 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver), intended for
use in all EU member states and EFTA countries, except in France and Italy, where
restrictive use applies.

• In Italy the end-user should apply for a license at the national spectrum authorities in
order to obtain authorization to use the device for setting up outdoor radio links and/or
for supplying public access to telecommunications and/or network services.

• This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France and in some
areas the RF output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of

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2454–2483.5 MHz. For detailed information, the end-user should contact the national
spectrum authority in France.

1.5. Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

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• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation. Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to
Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007.

Important note: Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF
exposure compliance. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance
requirements, please follow the operating instructions as documented in this manual.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.

The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country
dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended
destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.

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1.5.1. LED and Laser Safety Information

• Class II LED/laser product

• Do not stare at the LED/laser or shine into eyes

• Do not allow young children to use the product without adult supervision

• Do not replace/repair the LED/laser; these are not user replaceable

• Do not shine the LED/laser on a reflective surface

1.6. Recycling & Disposal

Do not dispose of this product in household trash. For proper end-of-life
treatment consult the Environmental Care section of www.opticon.com.

1.7. Regulatory Information

For CE, FCC, RoHS, and other Document of Conformities information, consult
the Regulatory section of www.opticon.com.

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1.8. Product Labeling

The Terminal has several labels, as shown below.

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Figure 1-1. Front labeling

Table 1-1. Front Labeling

Label nr. Description

1 LCD panel protection film

2 Opticon logo

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Figure 1-2: PHL 8100 product labels

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Figure 1-2. Rear labeling

Table 1-2. Rear Labeling

Label nr. Description Label nr. Description

1 Laser radiation warning label 5 Warranty seal Terminal.

2 System and regulatory label 6 Windows CE label

3 Serial number and Article number 7 Warranty label China RoHS

4 China regulatory label 8 Other regulatory label

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1.9. System Specifications

The H-15 detailed specifications as follows. Unless otherwise noted, all the specifications
are subject to change without prior notification.

Item Description

Processor 312MHz Intel PXA270 32 bits RISC CPU

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Memory

128 MB / 256 MB Flash ROM

64 MB SDRAM
Display 240 x 320 2.4” TFT 256K Color LCD with LED backlight
Audio One speaker output

Radio Support

Communication
Ports

Wireless LAN: 802.11b/g Built In

Bluetooth: V2.0, class II Built In

USB: Support USB v1.1 client.

(Support by H-15 Cradle Only)
Scan Engine Default: 1D laser barcode reader

Expansion Slot

LED

One MicroSD Card slot

(MicroSD memory only, no SDIO support)

One Bi-color LED for charging indication(R/G)

One Bi-color LED for barcode reader indicator(R/G)

Standard Li-Ion battery pack, 3.7V, 1880mAh

Advanced smart battery

Built-in battery charger

Power System

3.7V/105mAh rechargeable backup battery

Battery cover sensor switch

Power adapter:

100~240VAC, 50/60Hz input ;

5VDC, 2.6A output

Power button

5 Trigger Buttons (Navigation, Scan)

Button/Key

4 application keys

2 direction Buttons (SHIFT, FN)

6 Control Buttons (Q1, Q2, ESC, BS, Caps, Power)

12 Numeric Keys (include 0~9 , Enter, Point)

Dimensions and
Weight

Dimensions: L: 168 mm, H: 62 mm, H: 24 ~28 mm Approx.

Weight: 224 g with standard battery pack Approx.
Color Black
Software Microsoft Windows CE 5.0 Professional

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1.10. Environment and durability.

Operating Temperature 14oF ~ 122oF( -10oC ~ 50oC)
Storage Temperature -4oF ~ 140oF (-20oC ~ 60oC)
Humidity 5% ~ 90% (non-condensing)
Drop 5ft (1.5m) Drop onto concrete
Water & Dust proof IP54 certified
Vibration MIL STD 810F

1.11. Warranty and after service

Should this Terminal require service, please contact your local reseller. In case of technical

questions, send an email to [e-mail] and provide information about the

product name, the serial number (see chapter 1.8 "Product labeling") and provide a detailed

problem description.

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2. Getting started

Open the package and confirm that all required parts are present and undamaged:

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Figure 2-1. Package contents

Table 2-1. PHL 8100 package contents

Label nr. Description

1 H-15 Terminal

2 Standard battery pack (3.7VDC/1880mAh)

3 Spring Cord for Stylus

4 Stylus

5 Wrist Strap

6 Quick Guide(Not shown in the picture)

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Figure 2-1. Terminal overview

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Table 2-2. Terminal overview

Label Description

1 Barcode reader LED

indicator

Red color: Barcode reader on
Green color: Successful reading

2 Charge LED indicator Red color: Charging battery

Green color: Battery fully charged

3 LCM / touch panel User input on touch panel by stylus

4 Scan key

Start scanning barcodes by pressing
Navigation/scan keys

5 Power key Put the Terminal into suspend mode

Awake the Terminal from suspend mode

6 F1 ~ F4 key Application keys, hot keys of application program

defined by end user.

7 Navigation key

Navigation keys for left, right, up and down
directions

8 Alpha-Numeric keys Numeric keys, change to alpha keys

9 Alpha key Toggle alpha-mode for alpha-numeric keys

10 Fn key This key is used in combination with other keys to

type special characters and perform system
functions.

11 Enter key This key confirms data entry

12 USB/Cradle

Synchronization Port

A connector to support DC-IN and USB Client.
connect to PC by ActiveSync with Cradle

13 Scan window Barcode reader window

14 Stylus

Use the stylus for selecting items and entering
information.

15 Battery Cover Protect battery pack and remain IP54 rating

16 Battery Cover Latch To keep battery cover locked

17 Speaker 1W speaker for audio output

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2.2. Charging the Battery Pack

Before using the Terminal, charge the battery pack.

Charge time: The initial charge cycle for the battery pack is approximately 6 hours.
Subsequent charging cycles are approximately 4 hours.

When charging the battery pack, the charging LED indicator on the Terminal turns Red.
After the battery pack is fully charged, the charging LED indicator turns Green.

CAUTION: Do not remove the battery pack too long from Terminal after you have already

full-charged the battery pack and backup battery pack and start to use the Terminal.
Otherwise the data stored inside SDRAM memory will be lost. Please also keep in mind
power the Terminal off if you want to change the main Battery pack.

2.2.1. Installing the battery pack in the Terminal

1.

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Slide the two battery cover
latches toward the center and
lift the battery cover away.

2.
Insert the battery pack into
the battery compartment with
the label facing out, and make
sure the battery fits into place.

Figure 2-2. Detach the battery cover from Terminal

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Figure 2-3. Insert the battery pack

3.

Place the battery cover by
inserting the top first, and
then press the bottom in
firmly. Slide the battery cover
latches outward to secure the
cover to the Terminal.

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Figure 2-4. Replace the battery cover

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2.2.2. Charging the Terminal

1.
Plug in the connector of the
power adapter to the cradle.

2.
Connect the power cord to the
power adapter and the power
source.

3.
Make sure you have the
battery still inserted in the
terminal.

4.
Put the terminal into the
cradle to charge.

Figure 2-5. Charging Terminal with CRD-15 cradle

2.2.3. Charging the Spare Battery Pack

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1.
Plug in the connector of the
power adapter to the cradle.

2.
Connect the power cord to the
power adapter and the power
source.

3.
Put the spare battery into the
cradle to charge.

Figure 2-6. Charging Spare Battery with CRD-15 cradle

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2.3. Handling the terminal

This section offers the basic procedures for using the Terminal.

2.3.1. Starting the terminal

Press the power key to turn ON/OFF the Terminal. If the Terminal does not power
on, perform a cold boot. See chapter 2-6 Resetting the Terminal.

CAUTION: When a battery is fully inserted in Terminal for the first time, the

Terminal powers on and boots automatically.

When the Terminal is powered on
for the first time, it initializes its
system. A splash screen (Figure
2-7) appears for a short period of
time followed by the WinCE 5.0
window.

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Figure 2-7. Power-on splash screen

2.3.2. Power ON/OFF

a) Turning the Terminal ON

Press the power key briefly (
a cold reset, see chapter 2.6.2. Hard (Cold) Reset.

While the Terminal initializes its file system, the splash screen displays for about
30 seconds followed by the calibration screen. Every time you perform a cold
reset, these screens will appear.

b) Turning the Terminal OFF

Press the power key again. This action does not actually turn off the Terminal, it
only turns the Terminal into suspend mode. All running applications remain as you
left them, until you press the power key again to resume operation of the Terminal.

). If the Terminal does not power on, perform

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2.3.3. Calibrating the touch screen

On the initial boot-up of the Terminal, the stylus calibration screen opens. Use the
stylus to press and hold briefly on the center of each target as it around moves the
screen.

If necessary, adjust the backlight on the Terminal to make the screen readable.
See chapter 2.3.4 Adjusting the brightness.

If the touch screen functions poorly, or its operation does not match what it should
be, please recalibrate the screen by using the stylus to tap Start > Settings >
Control Panel > Stylus and open the Calibration tab to recalibrate.

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Figure 2-8. Calibration

2.3.4. Adjusting the brightness

The factory default for the brightness is in middle level. You can adjust the
brightness to meet your environment and comfort as:

1) Increase brightness:

Press the

2) Decrease brightness:

Press the

3) Dim brightness:

The display will dim automatically, if you do not perform any operation for a
specific period of time. This will help to save the battery power. To set up the
specific period of time, see chapter 2.5. Power management

key and then press on the right key of Navigation key

key and then press on the left key of Navigation key

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2.3.5. Muting the sound

To mute the sound, press the key first, and then press the
key to turn off and on of the sound.

2.3.6. Using the stylus

The stylus is located next to the hand strap on the left rear of the PDT. The stylus
functions the same as the mouse on a PC. Use the stylus to:

• Navigate the display, select menu items, and open optional applications.

• Tap the characters on the soft keyboard panel.

• Drag the stylus across the screen to select multiple items.

CAUTION: Never use a pen, pencil, or other sharp object on the display; such

items can damage the touch screen.

2.3.7. Using the keypad

Figure 2-9. Terminal Keypad

The keypad contains entry keys for numeric and alpha characters, special reset
combinations and function keys. For a description refer to Table 2-3 to Table 2-7.

2.3.8. Using the Special Functions

The “Fn” key is used in combination with other keys to type special characters and
perform system functions. For a description refer to Table 2-6. Special Function

key define.

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2.3.9. Combine Numeric and Shift modes

Default the numeric mode is enabled. To switch to text mode press the

key, the text icon appears at the task bar.

For example, to type “cap1” word, press:

c

a

p

1

Table 2-3. Keypad list

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Key Main Function

User configurable
Default : None
User configurable
Default : None

Power On/Off

Internet Explorer

Microsoft WordPad

+ Main Function

Inbox

File Explorer

Right

Left

Backlight
Increase

Backlight
Decrease

Fn

Shift

+ Main Function

Shift + Caps

+ Main Function

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Down Page Down

Up Page Up

ESC Audio Mute

Backspace TAB (Tabulation)

Shift to text mode

Function change

1

2 ’ a b c Ａ Ｂ Ｃ

3

4 Paste g h i

5 Del (Delete) j k l

6

7 Copy p q r s

8 ＆ (AND) t u v Ｔ Ｕ Ｖ

9

0 € 〔 〕 $ € 〔 〕 $ €

. (Point) Start Menu * ， ； @ * ， ； @

Enter /

Caps (capital mode)

＠ (at) Space： ＼ = % Space： ＼ = %

＋ (Plus Sign)

－ (Minus Sign)

＊ (Asterisk)

d e f

m n o

w x y z

Ｄ Ｅ Ｆ

Ｇ Ｈ Ｉ

Ｊ Ｋ Ｌ

Ｍ Ｎ Ｏ

Ｐ Ｑ Ｒ Ｓ

Ｗ Ｘ Ｙ Ｚ

Table 2-4. Special reset key combinations

Reset Key Functionality Definition

Warm Reset

Press “F1” and “F4” button simultaneously.

Cold Reset

Press “Power”, “F1” and “F4” button simultaneously.

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Table 2-5. Definition of main Function

Key Main Function Definition

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User configurable
Default : None

User configurable
Default : None

Scan Button

Configure its function by customer demand.

Configure its function by customer demand.

Activates the scan function of Terminal.

Power On/Off

Internet Explorer

Puts the Terminal into and wakes the Terminal from suspend
mode.

Application key 1, User can define F1 function from setting.

Microsoft WordPad

Application key 2, User can define F2 function from setting.

Inbox

Application key 3, User can define F3 function from setting.

File Explorer

Application key 4, User can define F4 function from setting.

Right

Left

Down

Up

Move the cursor one character to the right. The cursor will
move continuously if button remains is pressed.

Move the cursor one character to the left. The cursor will move
continuously if button remains pressed.

Move the cursor down one row or line The cursor will move
continuously if button remains pressed.

Move the cursor up one row or line The cursor will move
continuously if button remains pressed.

ESC

Backspace

This key performs a cancel action

“Backspace” key, it moves the cursor back one space each
time the key is pressed. It deletes the previous character each
time it is pressed if you are typing text. The cursor will move
continuously if button remains pressed.

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Shift between
text mode and
numeric mode

Capital mode

The

key enables you to toggle between the

numeric and text modes.

Default the numeric

indication appears at the task bar to

indicate the numeric mode is enabled.

When you press the

bar switches to the text

key, the indication at the task

mode. The keypad stays in the
text mode until you press the “Shift” key again. Default the
characters will appear in lower case.

See also figure 2-11 Entry of numeric and text characters.

To change to upper case (capital mode) refer to the
description of the “Caps” button.

The

key enables you to toggle between upper case

and lower case modes.

When you press the

key, the indication appears at
the task bar to indicate that capital mode is on. The characters
will appear in upper case.

The keypad stays in capital mode, until you press the “Caps”
key again. When the capital “A” indication disappeared from
the task bar, the characters will appear in lower case.

Function change

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

The

key is used in combination with other keys to
type special characters and perform system functions. Refer to
table 2-5 for the special key defined functions.

Number key “1”

Number key “2”

Number key “3”

Number key “4”

Number key “5”

Number key “6”

Number key “7”

Number key “8”

Number key “9”

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Number key “0”

.

Dot key

Enter

This key confirms data entry

Table 2-6. Special Function key define

Key Sequence

Fn + Main

Function

Backlight
Increase

Backlight
Decrease

Page Down

Page Up

Audio Mute

TAB (Tabulation)

@ (at)

’

＋ (Plus Sign)

Definition

Increase the LCD backlight brightness (lighten):

press

key, followed by key.

Decrease the LCD backlight brightness (darken):

press

key, followed by key.
Move the cursor down one page. (The cursor will
move continuously if button remains pressed):

press

key, followed by key.
Move the cursor up one page. (The cursor will move
continuously if button remains pressed):

press

key, followed by key.
Toggle the audio mute/on:

press

key, followed by key.
Move the cursor to the next tab stop or the next

control (on a form):

press

key, followed by key.
Enter an {@, at}:

press

key, followed by key.
Enter a { ’ }:

press

key, followed by key.
Enter a plus sign:

press

key, followed by key.

Paste

Use the “Paste” function:

press

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key, followed by key.