Opticon PHL 4100, IRU 4100 User Manual
Opticon Article Code O0220000140
PHL 4100
IRU 4100
USER'S MANUAL
PHL4100/IRU4100 OPTICON - 1
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without prior notice.
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THE GENERAL USE AND FUNCTIONING OF
THE TERMINAL TOGETHER WITH THE CRADLE
IS DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL. THE EXACT
BEHAVIOUR OF THE TERMINAL DEPENDS ON
THE USER APPLICATION THAT IS RUNNING.
FOR INSTRUCTIONS ABOUT APPLICATIONS
CONSULT THE DOCUMENTATION OF THAT
SOFTWARE.
LIMITED WARRANTY AND
DISCLAIMERS
BY OPENING THE PACKAGE OF THIS PRODUCT YOU
AGREE TO BECOME BOUND BY THE LIABILITY AND
WARRANTY CONDITIONS AS DESCRIBED BELOW.
UNDER ALL CIRCUMSTANCES THIS MANUAL
SHOULD BE READ ATTENTIVELY, BEFORE
INSTALLING AND OR USING THE PRODUCT.
Serial number
A serial number appears on all Opticon products. This
official registration number is strictly related to the device
purchased. Make sure that the serial number appearing on
your Opticon device has not been removed. Removing the
serial number might affect the warranty conditions and
liability disadvantageously, so please be strict at
maintaining the label with serial number on the Opticon
product.
Warranty / Warranty period / Liability
Unless otherwise agreed in a contract, all Opticon
products are warranted for the period of one year after
purchase, covering defects in material and workmanship.
Opticon will repair or, at its opinion, replace products that
prove to be defective in material or workmanship under
proper use during the warranty period. Opticon will not be
liable in cases where modifications are made by the
customer. In such case the standard repair charge will be
applicable. The standard charge for repair will also be
applicable in cases where no defect is found at all. These
rules also apply for products that are still under warranty.
Under no circumstance will Opticon Sensors Europe, be
liable 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.
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Packaging
We recommend that you save all packing material, as it
should be used whenever you need to transport your
scanner (eg. for service). Damage caused by improper
repacking is not covered by the warranty.
Trademark
Trademarks used are property of their respective owners.
CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION .................................4
4 READING BAR CODES ................... 20
5 PIN-OUT ........................................... 21
1.1 Unpacking............................................5
1.2 Detailed view .......................................6
1.2.1 Terminal details.................................... 6
1.2.2 Cradle details.......................................8
1.3 Handling instructions ...........................9
2 GET STARTED..................................10
2.1 Fix Hand strap ................................... 11
2.2 Battery instructions ............................12
2.2.1 Required batteries .............................12
2.2.2 Battery monitor ..................................12
2.2.3 instructions for charging.....................13
2.2.4 When to replace or recharge
main battery .......................................14
2.2.5 How to (re)place main battery
in terminal ..........................................14
2.2.6 When to replace backup battery? ...... 15
2.2.7 How to (re) place backup battery?.....15
6 TROUBLE SHOOTING ..................... 22
6.1 Communication malfunctioning ......... 23
6.2 Read operation malfunctioning ......... 23
6.3 Terminal malfunctioning .................... 23
7 SPECIFICATIONS ............................ 25
7.1 Terminal specifications...................... 25
7.2 Cradle specifications......................... 27
8 PRODUCT ORDERING
INFORMATION................................. 28
2.3 Working with stylus ............................ 16
2.4 Using a PCMCIA card........................17
2.4.1 Insert PCMCIA Card .......................... 17
2.4.2 Release PCMCIA Card......................17
2.5 Installation instructions ......................18
3 STORING THE TERMINAL ............... 19
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1 INTRODUCTION
The PHL 4100 is a handheld touch screen terminal
based on Linux™ operating system. It is lightweight
and suitable for comprehensive real-time
automation solutions in mobile applications.
The design allows operation by single finger or
stylus. The touch screen enables intuitive and
direct navigation and activation. Data input can
quickly be entered on the alphanumeric keyboard
with one character per key layout.
The PHL 4100 model has an integrated laser
scanner for barcode scanning.
For communication the terminal is provided with an
IrDA and a PCMCIA interface. By inserting the
appropriate PC card in the PCMCIA slot the
terminal can exchange data through Wireless LAN,
GSM/GPRS, Fast Ethernet, or Compact Flash.
With the IrDA interface the terminal can
communicate to the IRU 4100 IrDA communication
station.
The terminal is powered by a rechargeable Li-Ion
battery. Opticon can supply a separate battery
charger or a charging and IrDA communication
station to charge the battery.
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The functionality of the terminal is determined by
the user application. As a tool to develop an
application Opticon can supply a development kit.
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1.1 UNPACKING
When you remove the packing, please check for
any physical damage. We recommend that you
save all packing material, as it should be used
whenever you need to ship your terminal (eg. for
service). Damage due to improper repacking is not
covered by the warranty.
Apart from the terminal, charger or cradle,
additional items might be ordered and supplied. If
there are any missing parts please contact your
supplier.
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E F
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PHL 4100 contents
• Terminal (A)
• Hand strap (B)
• Rechargeable battery LBP 4100 (C)
• Backup battery (D)
PHL 4100 accessories
• Rechargeable battery LBP 4300 (E)
• Battery cover for LBP 4300 (F)
Charger contents
• Charger (i)
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Charger accessories
Accessories supplied as separate item.
• Power supply (ii)
IRU 4100 contents
• Cradle (a)
IRU 4100 accessories
Accessories supplied as separate item.
• RS232 cable (b)
• Power supply (c)
Do not remove the product label!
On the back of every unit you will find a product
label. This is attached by the manufacturer and
includes information about the function it supports
and a serial number. Do not remove it.
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1.2 DETAILED VIEW
1.2.1 TERMINAL DETAILS
1. Cap
To cover PCMCIA slot
2. Cap screws
Positioned on both sides for release and fixation of
cap
3. LED Indicator
Can be used to indicate results, for example bar
code reading / status of communication
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4. Touch screen / LCD Display
Operate by stylus to tap through menus. Take
notice of the following:
Contrast of LCD Display
To increase contrast of display press + FN
To decrease contrast of display press + FN
Backlight of LCD Display
When the backlight is activated, power
consumption increases. To extend the life time of
your batteries use the backlight as less as possible.
At the top a status bar is displayed. The 4 items
(from left to right) have the following functions:
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• Active Window indicator
Displays the title of the active program. Consult
your application programmer for more information.
10. Reset
To be pressed by a thin device to reset the
application
• Battery monitor
Indicates current status of the main battery.
Holds also the status for the backup battery. Read
battery instructions further in this manual.
• Keypad modus indicator
Indicates current modus as selected by (M)key
ALPHA UPPER CASE
alpha lower case
numeric and punctuation
•Clock
Activate clock menu by stylus
5. Power (PW) key
For switching power On/Off
6. Buzzer
Auditive indicator
7. Modus (M) key
To select input mode as shown at the Keypad
modus indicator in the status bar of the LCD
display.
8. Scan key
Typical use for scanning: trigger key, switches laser
beam on for barcode reading
Typical use in application: escape key, to cancel
current operation
9. Matrix keypad
Typically basic functions for data input, as below:
CLR : Cancel input / Back space
FN : define by user application
: scroll up / backwards
: scroll down / forward
EN : (Enter) to confirm input
Each character key has 3 appearances in
combination with the Modus (M) key:
ALPHA UPPER CASE
alpha lower case
numeric and punctuation
11. Backup battery case adapter
For housing backup battery
12. Reading window
For the emission of laser beam for bar code
reading
13. Product label
Contains product information and serial number.
Do not remove it!
14. PCMCIA release switch
For releasing PCMCIA card manually
15. Latch screw
For locking and unlocking the main battery cover
16. Main battery cover
The standard cover is developed for battery type
LBP 4100. For housing type LBP 4300 (larger
capacity) a separate cover is available.
17. Main battery compartment
For housing main battery
18. Hand strap pillar
To attach hand strap
19. Stylus
For tapping on touch screen and keys
20. Charging contacts
For power supply from the cradle to terminal.
21. Optical interface window
For infra red communication
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1.2.2 CRADLE DETAILS
1. DC input socket
Input for AC power supply / adaptor
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2. RS-232C socket
Connecting to host, through Opticon RS232 cable
3. Electrical contacts
If the PHL4100 terminal is inserted the battery will
automatically be charged.
4. Optical window
Optical communication interface for data
transmission
5. LED indicator
Typical LED indication:
green: powered, terminal is recognised
off: no power, or terminal not recognised
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1.3 HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS
To avoid malfunctioning and to ensure years of
trouble free operation, pay attention to the
following:
A. Temperature conditions
Use in area's between 0 and 40°C.
Do not expose the terninal for a long time to
extreme conditions - like direct sunlight, near a
heater, or in a car - or in areas that are very cold,
humid, moisturized or dusty.
Do not expose the terminal to rain or water splash.
Avoid temperature changes. Sudden temperature
changes can cause condensation to form on the
terminal. Using the terminal while condensation is
present can cause malfunction. Always wait until
the condensation clears naturally before attempting
operation.
B. Shock
Do not subject the terminal to very strong impact,
do not throw or drop the terminal from large
heights.
Do not allow a mechanical shock to the terminal.
Do not leave the terminal in an area where static
charge is accumulated, or near devices where
electromagnetic emission is generated.
Do not place any objects on top of the terminal. Do
not lay the terminal face down. Doing so can cause
accidental operation of the key(s).
Clean the exterior by wiping it with a soft, dry cloth.
Do not use thinner, white spirit or other solvents.
These can discolour the case and the keys and has
a negative effect on the lifetime of the keys.
Do not use water when cleaning. This can cause
malfunction.
E. Maintenance
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the
terminal or the cradle. So do not try to take it apart.
The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage
caused by the customer. In case of serious
malfunction, please consult Opticon or your local
dealer.
C. Use of the products
Use the terminal always with the cap mounted in
order to protect the PCMCIA slot.
Do not place any product other than the PHL 4100
type terminal in the IRU 4100 cradle.
D. Cleaning instructions
Clean the reading window of the terminal and the
cradle periodically with a soft dry cloth.
Clean the electrical contacts of the terminal and the
cradle regularly with a cotton bud (or soft dry cloth).
Avoid touching the contacts by hand. The contacts
must stay as clean as possible to maintain optimal
charging capacity.
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