EP10 Hand-Held Computer
(Model Number 7515)
Windows Embedded 6.5
User Manual
April 5, 2011 Part No. 8000227.A
ISO 9001 Certified
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This user manual supports Model Numbers:
• 7515U with FCC ID: GM37515UA and IC: 2739D-7515UA
• 7515C with FCC ID: GM37515CA
• 7515 with FCC ID: GM37515UB and IC: 2739D-7515UB
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 About This Manual......................................................................3
1.2 Text Conventions........................................................................4
1.3 EP10 Hand-Held Features ...............................................................4
1.3.1 The EP10 Hand-Held............................................................ 6
Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10
2.1 Features of the EP10 Hand-Held........................................................11
2.2 The Battery.............................................................................12
2.2.1 Battery Safety..................................................................13
2.2.2 Removing the Battery Pack.....................................................13
2.2.3 Battery Swap Time.............................................................13
2.2.4 Charging the Battery ...........................................................13
2.3 The Keyboard ..........................................................................15
2.3.1 EP10 QWERTY Keyboard .....................................................15
2.3.2 Locking the Keyboard..........................................................16
2.3.3 Modifier Keys..................................................................16
2.3.4 The Keys.......................................................................17
2.3.5 The Keypad Backlight..........................................................19
2.4 The Display.............................................................................19
2.4.1 Setting the Backlight Intensity & Duration......................................19
2.4.2 Adjusting the Backlight using the Keyboard. . ..................................19
2.4.3 Aligning (Calibrating) the Touchscreen.........................................20
2.4.4 Screen Orientation..............................................................21
2.5 EP10 Indicators.........................................................................21
2.5.1 LEDs...........................................................................21
2.6 Audio Indicators........................................................................22
2.6.1 Adjusting Speaker Volume.....................................................22
2.7 Monitoring the Battery and Maximizing Run Time......................................23
2.7.1 Storing Batteries................................................................23
2.8 Uploading Data in a Docking Station ...................................................24
2.9 Bluetooth Radio ........................................................................24
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2.9.1 Pairing a Bluetooth Headset ...................................................25
2.10 Inserting the microSD and SIM Card ...................................................25
2.10.1 Inserting the Cards .............................................................26
2.11 The Camera ............................................................................26
2.12 General Maintenance ...................................................................26
2.12.1 Caring for the Touchscreen.....................................................26
2.12.2 Cleaning the EP10..............................................................27
Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5
3.1 Navigating in Windows Embedded 6.5 and Applications................................31
3.1.1 Navigating using a Touchscreen and Stylus.....................................31
3.2 Windows Embedded 6.5 Desktop – Today Screen.......................................31
3.2.1 Windows Embedded 6.5 Navigation Bar .......................................32
3.2.2 Today’s Date, Clock and Alarm................................................34
3.2.3 Ownership Information.........................................................36
3.2.4 E-mail Notification.............................................................37
3.2.5 Task Notification...............................................................37
3.2.6 Calendar of Upcoming Appointments . .........................................40
3.3 Start Menu..............................................................................43
3.3.1 Customising the Start Menu....................................................43
3.4 Managing Files and Folders.............................................................44
3.4.1 Creating a New Folder .........................................................45
3.4.2 Renaming a File................................................................45
3.4.3 Copying a File..................................................................45
3.4.4 Deleting a File..................................................................46
3.5 Using Menus ...........................................................................46
3.5.1 Pop-Up Menus .................................................................46
3.6 The Softkey Bar ........................................................................47
3.7 Programs – Using Applications .........................................................49
3.8 Settings.................................................................................50
3.9 Help....................................................................................51
3.10 Entering Text ...........................................................................52
3.10.1 Soft Keyboard..................................................................52
3.10.2 The Transcriber ................................................................53
3.10.3 Block Recognizer and Letter Recognizer .......................................54
Chapter 4: Programs
4.1 Programs ...............................................................................59
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4.2 Games..................................................................................59
4.3 ActiveSync® ...........................................................................59
4.3.1 Synchronization................................................................59
4.4 Calculator ..............................................................................60
4.5 Demo Scanner..........................................................................60
4.6 Office Mobile...........................................................................60
4.6.1 Excel Mobile...................................................................60
4.6.2 OneNote Mobile ...............................................................61
4.6.3 Word Mobile...................................................................67
4.6.4 PowerPoint Mobile.............................................................68
4.7 File Explorer............................................................................69
4.8 Getting Started..........................................................................69
4.9 PTSI Imager Demo.....................................................................69
4.10 Internet Sharing.........................................................................70
4.10.1 Creating an Internet Connection ................................................70
4.10.2 Using Internet Sharing..........................................................70
4.11 Notes...................................................................................71
4.11.1 Creating a Note.................................................................71
4.11.2 Converting Handwritten Notes to Text. . ........................................72
4.11.3 Renaming a Note...............................................................74
4.11.4 Recording Notes ...............................................................74
4.11.5 Synchronizing a Note...........................................................75
4.12 Pictures & Videos.......................................................................75
4.12.1 Using the Camera ..............................................................75
4.12.2 Moving Photos to the EP10.....................................................77
4.12.3 Opening a Photo................................................................77
4.12.4 Deleting a Photo................................................................78
4.12.5 Editing a Photo.................................................................78
4.12.6 Creating a Slide Show..........................................................78
4.12.7 Using the Video Recorder ......................................................79
4.13 Remote Desktop Mobile................................................................80
4.13.1 Connecting to a Terminal Server ...............................................81
4.13.2 Disconnecting without Ending a Session........................................81
4.13.3 Ending a Session ...............................................................81
4.14 Search..................................................................................82
4.15 Task Manager...........................................................................82
4.16 Tasks ...................................................................................82
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4.17 Internet Explorer........................................................................82
4.18 Messaging..............................................................................84
4.19 Windows Media ........................................................................87
Chapter 5: Settings
5.1 Settings.................................................................................95
5.2 Personal Settings .......................................................................95
5.3 App Launch Keys.......................................................................95
5.4 Buttons Icon............................................................................98
5.5 Input...................................................................................107
5.6 Lock...................................................................................113
5.7 Menus.................................................................................114
5.8 Owner Information ....................................................................115
5.9 Phone .................................................................................116
5.10 Sound & Notifications .................................................................116
5.11 Today Screen ..........................................................................118
5.12 System Tab Settings ...................................................................119
5.13 About. . . ...............................................................................119
5.14 About Device . .........................................................................120
4.17.1 Browsing Web Sites............................................................83
4.18.1 Folders.........................................................................84
4.18.2 Synchronizing E-mail with Outlook ............................................84
4.18.3 Changing Synchronization Settings.............................................86
5.4.1 Up/Down Control ..............................................................98
5.4.2 Sequence ......................................................................99
5.4.3 One Shots ......................................................................99
5.4.4 Keyboard Macro Keys ........................................................101
5.4.5 Unicode Mapping .............................................................102
5.4.6 Scancode Remapping..........................................................103
5.4.7 Lock Sequence................................................................106
5.5.1 Input Method Tab . . ...........................................................108
5.5.2 Options–Additional Choices...................................................112
5.7.1 Start Menu Tab................................................................114
5.10.1 Sounds ........................................................................117
5.10.2 Notifications ..................................................................117
5.11.1 Appearance ...................................................................118
5.11.2 Items..........................................................................118
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5.15 Backlight ..............................................................................120
5.15.1 Battery Power.................................................................120
5.15.2 External Power................................................................121
5.15.3 Intensity.......................................................................121
5.16 Certificates ............................................................................122
5.16.1 Choosing a Certificate .........................................................124
5.17 Clock & Alarms .......................................................................124
5.18 Customer Feedback....................................................................124
5.19 Encryption.............................................................................125
5.20 Error Reporting........................................................................126
5.21 GPS (Global Positioning System)......................................................127
5.22 GPS (Global Positioning System) Settings .............................................128
5.23 Manage Triggers.......................................................................133
5.23.1 Trigger Mappings .............................................................134
5.24 Managed Programs ....................................................................137
5.25 Memory ...............................................................................137
5.25.1 Main Tab......................................................................138
5.25.2 Storage Card ..................................................................138
5.26 Power Icon ............................................................................138
5.26.1 Battery Tab....................................................................139
5.26.2 Advanced Tab.................................................................139
5.26.3 Battery Details ................................................................140
5.26.4 Built-In Devices...............................................................141
5.26.5 Card Slots ....................................................................141
5.26.6 Suspend Threshold and Estimated Battery Backup.............................142
5.26.7 Suspend Mode ................................................................143
5.27 Regional Settings......................................................................143
5.28 Remove Programs.....................................................................144
5.29 Screen Icon............................................................................144
5.30 Task Manager..........................................................................145
5.31 Teklogix Error Handling Service.......................................................147
5.31.1 ErrorLogInfo..................................................................147
5.31.2 NetLog........................................................................148
5.32 Teklogix Imagers Settings .............................................................149
5.33 Scanner Settings.......................................................................150
5.33.1 Bar Code Settings – The Scanner Menu .......................................151
5.33.2 Options Tab...................................................................152
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5.33.3 Translations Tab ..............................................................154
5.33.4 Ports Tab......................................................................157
5.34 Total Recall. . . .........................................................................160
5.34.1 Creating a Backup Profile .....................................................161
5.34.2 Restoring a Profile ............................................................164
5.35 TweakIT...............................................................................164
5.35.1 Advanced Interface And Network .............................................165
5.35.2 Advanced Services Settings ...................................................166
5.35.3 Radio Features ................................................................167
5.35.4 User System Setting...........................................................168
5.35.5 Registry Editor................................................................169
5.36 Windows Update ......................................................................169
5.37 Connections Tab.......................................................................169
5.37.1 Navigation Bar Hotkeys.......................................................170
5.38 Beam..................................................................................172
5.39 Bluetooth Setup........................................................................172
5.39.1 The Devices Tab ..............................................................173
5.39.2 Bluetooth Mode...............................................................176
5.39.3 Bluetooth COM Ports.........................................................177
5.39.4 Outgoing Port.................................................................178
5.39.5 Services.......................................................................178
5.39.6 Active Connections............................................................179
5.39.7 About Tab. . . ..................................................................180
5.39.8 The Bluetooth GPRS Phone...................................................180
5.40 Connection Properties .................................................................182
5.40.1 Port Settings...................................................................183
5.40.2 Call Options...................................................................184
5.41 Connections – Connecting to the Internet ..............................................184
5.41.1 Modem Connection Setup.....................................................185
5.42 Wireless Manager Icon ................................................................189
5.42.1 Flight Mode – Disabling Wireless Components................................189
5.42.2 Setting Up a Network Card....................................................190
5.42.3 Network Adaptor Cards .......................................................190
5.42.4 Changing Network Card Settings..............................................192
5.42.5 VPN Connection Setup........................................................192
5.42.6 Managing an Existing Connection.............................................193
5.42.7 Selecting a Network...........................................................194
5.42.8 Proxy Server Setup . ...........................................................195
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5.43 Wireless Statistics......................................................................197
5.44 Wireless WAN ........................................................................197
5.44.1 Softkey Bar Icons .............................................................197
5.44.2 Establishing a Connection.....................................................198
5.44.3 Disconnecting from a Network ................................................199
5.44.4 Advanced Information.........................................................199
5.44.5 Tools Menu ...................................................................201
5.44.6 SMS Menu....................................................................209
5.45 Windows Update ......................................................................213
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories
6.1 Carrying Accessories ..................................................................219
6.1.1 The Hand Strap with Tether – Model No. RV6021 ............................219
6.1.2 Attaching the Tether – Model No. RV6020. . ..................................221
6.1.3 Carrying Pouch................................................................222
6.2 The Battery............................................................................222
6.3 Adaptor Cable Options ................................................................223
6.4 Chargers and Docking Stations.........................................................223
6.4.1 Important Safety Instructions..................................................223
6.4.2 Installation: Chargers and Docking Stations ...................................224
6.4.3 Power Consumption Considerations...........................................225
6.5 Desktop Docking Station – Model No. RV4000........................................225
6.5.1 Operator Controls .............................................................226
6.5.2 Indicators .....................................................................226
6.5.3 Operation .....................................................................226
6.5.4 Cleaning the RV4000 .........................................................228
6.5.5 Troubleshooting .. . ...........................................................229
6.6 Quad Docking Station – Model No. RV4004...........................................230
6.6.1 Operator Controls .............................................................230
6.6.2 Indicators .....................................................................230
6.6.3 Quad Dock Operation .........................................................231
6.6.4 Cleaning the RV4004 .........................................................232
6.6.5 Troubleshooting...............................................................233
6.7 Quad Charger – Model No. RV3004 ...................................................233
6.7.1 Charging the EP10 Battery ....................................................233
6.7.2 Installation....................................................................233
6.7.3 Operator Controls .............................................................234
6.7.4 Charge Indicators..............................................................234
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6.7.5 Charging Batteries.............................................................235
6.7.6 Troubleshooting...............................................................235
6.8 Snap Modules .........................................................................236
6.9 AC Wall Adaptor – Model No. PS1050-G1 ............................................237
6.10 Vehicle Power Outlet Adaptor – Model No. RV3050...................................237
6.11 The Non-Powered Vehicle Cradle – Model No. RV1000 ...............................238
6.11.1 Important Instructions.........................................................239
6.11.2 Vehicle Cradle Operation......................................................239
6.11.3 Vehicle Cradle Mounting Recommendations ..................................240
6.11.4 Cleaning the RV1000 Vehicle Cradle. .. .......................................242
6.12 The Powered Vehicle Cradle – Model No. RV1005 . .. .................................242
6.12.1 RV1005 Vehicle Cradle Mounting Recommendations .........................244
6.12.2 Cable Arrangement............................................................245
6.12.3 Electrical Requirements.......................................................245
6.12.4 USB and Serial Connections...................................................247
6.12.5 Using the Vehicle Cradle......................................................248
6.12.6 Maintaining the Vehicle Cradle................................................248
6.13 EA11 Imager ..........................................................................249
6.13.1 Operating Two Dimensional (2D) Imagers ....................................249
6.14 Bluetooth Peripherals ..................................................................250
6.15 Digital Camera ........................................................................251
Chapter 7: Specifications
7.1 EP10 Specifications – Model No. 7515................................................255
7.1.1 Hardware......................................................................255
7.1.2 Software ......................................................................256
7.1.3 Wireless Communication......................................................256
7.1.4 Power Management ...........................................................257
7.1.5 Expansion Slot................................................................257
7.1.6 Bar Code Application .........................................................257
7.1.7 Digital Camera................................................................257
7.1.8 Voice Over IP (VOIP).........................................................257
7.1.9 Accessories...................................................................257
7.1.10 Approvals.....................................................................258
7.1.11 Environmental Specifications..................................................258
7.2 Radio Specifications...................................................................259
7.2.1 Murata 802.11 a/b/g/n Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Radio...............259
7.2.2 Murata Bluetooth Radio.......................................................260
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7.2.3 Sierra Wireless MC5728V.....................................................261
7.2.4 Cinterion PH8 GSM/GPRS/EDGE Radio .....................................263
7.3 Lithium-Ion 3600 mAh Battery Specifications .. .......................................265
7.4 Internal Imager ........................................................................267
7.4.1 EA11 Decoded 2D Imager ....................................................267
Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)
A.1 Wireless WAN........................................................................ A-1
A.1.1 Taskbar Icons ................................................................ A-1
A.1.2 Establishing a Connection.................................................... A-2
A.1.3 Advanced Information........................................................ A-4
A.1.4 Tools Menu .................................................................. A-6
A.1.5 SMS Menu.................................................................. A-15
A.1.6 Voice........................................................................A-16
A.2 Power Mode.........................................................................A-17
Appendix B: Port Pinouts
B.1 Dock Port Pinout......................................................................B-1
B.2 Battery Contact Pinout.................................................................B-2
Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings
C.1 Scanner Menu .........................................................................C-1
C.2 Decoded (Internal) Scanner............................................................C-2
C.2.1 Options – Decoded (Internal) Scanner.........................................C-2
C.2.2 Advanced Options – Decoded (Internal).......................................C-3
C.2.3 Decoded (Internal) 2D Scanning Options......................................C-5
C.2.4 Data Options — Decoded (Internal) Scanner ..................................C-5
C.2.5 Code 39.......................................................................C-6
C.2.6 Code 128......................................................................C-9
C.2.7 EAN 13 ..................................................................... C-10
C.2.8 EAN 8 ...................................................................... C-10
C.2.9 UPC A...................................................................... C-11
C.2.10 UPC E...................................................................... C-11
C.2.11 UPC/EAN Shared Settings.................................................. C-12
C.2.12 Code 93 .................................................................... C-13
C.2.13 Codabar .................................................................... C-14
C.2.14 MSI Plessey ................................................................ C-14
C.2.15 Interleaved 2 of 5........................................................... C-16
C.2.16 Discrete 2 of 5.............................................................. C-16
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C.2.18 Composite.................................................................. C-18
C.2.19 PDF-417.................................................................... C-18
C.2.20 Micro PDF-417............................................................. C-19
C.3 Decoded............................................................................. C-20
C.3.1 Options – Decoded Scanner ................................................. C-20
C.3.2 Advanced Options – Decoded Scanner ...................................... C-20
C.3.3 Code 39 ..................................................................... C-21
C.3.4 Code 128.................................................................... C-23
C.3.5 EAN 13 ..................................................................... C-24
C.3.6 EAN 8 ...................................................................... C-25
C.3.7 UPCA....................................................................... C-25
C.3.8 UPC E ...................................................................... C-26
C.3.9 UPC/EAN Shared .......................................................... C-26
C.3.10 Code 93 .................................................................... C-27
C.3.11 Codabar .................................................................... C-28
C.3.12 MSI Plessey ................................................................ C-29
C.3.13 Code 11 .................................................................... C-30
C.3.14 Interleaved 2 of 5........................................................... C-30
C.3.15 Matrix 2 of 5................................................................ C-31
C.3.16 Discrete 2 of 5.............................................................. C-32
C.3.17 Telepen..................................................................... C-32
C.3.18 RSS Code (Reduced Space Symbology) .................................... C-33
C.3.19 Composite.................................................................. C-34
C.3.20 TLC-39..................................................................... C-34
C.3.21 PDF-417.................................................................... C-35
C.3.22 Micro PDF-417............................................................. C-35
C.3.23 Codablock.................................................................. C-36
C.4 Imager............................................................................... C-37
C.4.1 Options – Imager............................................................ C-37
C.4.2 Code 39 Settings ............................................................ C-38
C.4.3 Code 128 Settings ........................................................... C-38
C.4.4 EAN 13 ..................................................................... C-38
C.4.5 EAN 8 ...................................................................... C-39
C.4.6 UPC A ...................................................................... C-39
C.4.7 UPC E ...................................................................... C-40
C.4.8 Code 93 ..................................................................... C-40
C.4.9 Codabar .................................................................... C-40
C.4.10 Interleaved 2 of 5........................................................... C-40
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C.4.11 RSS Code (Reduced Space Symbology) .................................... C-41
C.4.12 Composite.................................................................. C-41
C.4.13 PDF-417.................................................................... C-41
C.4.14 Micro PDF-417............................................................. C-42
C.4.15 2D Data Matrix............................................................. C-42
C.4.16 2D QR Code................................................................ C-43
C.4.17 2D Maxicode ............................................................... C-43
C.4.18 2D Aztec ................................................................... C-43
C.4.19 Postal: PlaNET ............................................................. C-44
C.4.20 Postal: PostNET............................................................ C-44
C.4.21 Postal: Australian........................................................... C-44
C.4.22 Postal: Japanese ............................................................ C-44
C.4.23 Postal: Korean.............................................................. C-45
C.4.24 Postal: Royal ............................................................... C-45
C.4.25 Postal: Kix.................................................................. C-45
C.4.26 Postal: Canadian............................................................ C-46
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet
D.1 Required Applets ..................................................................... D-1
D.2 Presets ............................................................................... D-1
D.2.1 Predefined Presets............................................................ D-2
D.2.2 Bar Code Predefined Presets.................................................. D-2
D.2.3 Bar Code Decoding Camera Predefined Presets............................... D-3
D.2.4 Image Capture Predefined Presets ............................................ D-4
D.3 Using The Teklogix Imagers Applet .................................................. D-4
D.3.1 Configuring The Image Capture Presets ...................................... D-4
D.3.2 Selecting A Camera.......................................................... D-5
D.3.3 Setting The Active Preset..................................................... D-5
D.3.4 Viewing A Preset............................................................. D-6
D.3.5 Creating A Custom Preset.................................................... D-6
D.3.6 Modifying A Custom Preset.................................................. D-7
D.3.7 Removing A Custom Preset .................................................. D-9
D.4 Configuring The Bar Code Decoding Camera Presets................................. D-9
D.4.1 Selecting A Camera.........................................................D-10
D.4.2 Setting The Active Preset....................................................D-10
D.4.3 Viewing A Preset............................................................ D-10
D.4.4 Creating A Custom Preset...................................................D-11
D.4.5 Modifying A Custom Preset................................................. D-12
D.4.6 Removing A Custom Preset ................................................. D-13
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D.4.7 Configuring The Bar Code Decoding Symbologies..........................D-13
D.4.8 Setting The Active Preset.................................................... D-14
D.4.9 Viewing A Preset............................................................ D-14
D.4.10 Creating A Custom Preset...................................................D-15
D.4.11 Modifying A Custom Preset................................................. D-16
D.4.12 Removing A Custom Preset ................................................. D-17
D.4.13 Configuring Symbologies in the Teklogix Imagers Applet...................D-17
D.4.14 Filter Tab – Manipulating Bar Code Data.................................... D-18
D.4.15 Translation Tab – Configuring Rules ........................................D-20
D.4.16 Advanced Tab............................................................... D-20
D.5 Teklogix Scanners Applet............................................................D-22
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INTRODUCTION 1
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1.1 About This Manual ....................................3
1.2 Text Conventions .....................................4
1.3 EP10 Hand-Held Features................................4
1.3.1 The EP10 Hand-Held..............................6
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1.1 About This Manual
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This manual describes how to configure, operate and maintain the EP10 Hand-Held Computer (Model Number 7515).
Chapter 1: Introduction
provides a basic overview of the EP10 Hand-Held.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout
describes the steps required to get the EP10 ready for operation
Chapter 2: Getting to Know the EP10
describes the features and outlines how to charge and maintain the battery. This
chapter also provides information about indicators, microSD and SIM card
installation along with general EP10 maintenance.
Chapter 3: Using Windows Embedded 6.5
describes the Microsoft® Windows Embedded 6.5 Today screen and how to use
it. This chapter also outlines basics like moving around a window, displaying
menus, and so on.
Chapter 4: Programs
provides a description of the Windows Embedded 6.5 Programs options and
how to use them.
Chapter 1: Introduction
About This Manual
Chapter 5: Settings
provides details about Windows Embedded 6.5 Settings options and how to use
them.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories
describes the peripherals and accessories available for your EP10.
Chapter 7: Specifications
details radio, imager and battery specifications.
Appendix A: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)
provides details about Wireless WAN radio.
Appendix B: Port Pinouts
describes port pinouts.
Appendix C: Bar Codes Settings
describes the bar codes supported by the imager available for the EP10.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet
describes the Teklogix Imagers applet and outlines how to use it.
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Text Co nv e n t ions
1.2 Text Conventions
Note: Notes highlight additional helpful information.
Important: These statements provide particularly important instructions or addi-
tional information that is critical to the operation of the equipment.
Warning: These statements provide critical information that may prevent physical
injury, equipment damage or data loss.
1.3 EP10 Hand-Held Features
Important: For all safety, regulatory and warranty information, refer to the ‘EP10
Hand-Held Regulatory & Warranty Guide’, PN 8000235.
For a complete list of EP10 Hand-Held features, physical attributes and
approvals, refer to Chapter 7,“Specifications”.
The EP10 is a personal digital assistant operates with the Windows Embedded 6.5 operating
system with a phone option. This EP10 is intended for use in commercial and light industrial
applications with a focus on real time wireless data transactions. All possible bar code input
methodologies are supported by one of a variety of scanners available. Optimization for specific operational environments is supported with a wide range of peripheral options and
carrying accessories.
Model
• EP10 Hand-Held – Model Number 7515
Platform
• AM3715 Processor
• 800 MHz (ARM Cortex A8)
• On-board RAM: 256 MB SDRAM
• On-board ROM: 2 GB Flash
Operating System
• Microsoft Windows Embedded 6.5
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User Interface
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• Display (Backlit)
- 3.7 in. VGA portrait mode
- Backlight feature 165 cd/m2 output
- Sunlight readable with integrated touchscreen
- Colour 480 x 640 graphic TFT
- Passive stylus or finger operation
• Audio
- Built-in 85db mono speaker
- microphone
- receiver
• Keyboard (Backlit)
-QWERTY
- High reliability keypad ultra-white backlight
- Ergon
• Camera
- 3.2 Mega Pixel Colour
- Auto Focus
- Dual LED Flash
- Video capture capability
omically enhanced for ambidextrous one-hand operation
Chapter 1: Introduction
EP10 Hand-Held Features
Wireless Communication
• On-board IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
• Bluetooth v2.1 radio (CCX V4 Certified)
• UMTS 3.5G HSPA + CDMA EV-DO Rev A radio options
• Integrated 5 band Antenna, supports both voice and data
• SiRF starIV GPS
Note: 802.11a/b/g/n and Bluetooth are available simultaneously.
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The EP10 Hand-Held
Enhanced Features
• Accelerometer
• Digital Compass
• Gyroscope
• Light Sensor
• Proximity Sensor
Expansion Slot
• One microSD slot
VOIP (Voice Over IP)
• Push-to-talk
1.3.1 The EP10 Hand-Held
Figure 1.1 EP10 Hand-Held – QWERTY
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Key
End
Key
Send
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The EP10 Hand-Held
Figure 1.2 Phone Keys
Note: Refer to “Sending & Ending Phone Calls using the Phone Keypad” on page 33 for
details about these keys.
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GETTING TO KNOW THE EP10 2
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2.1 Features of the EP10 Hand-Held............................11
2.2 The Battery.......................................12
2.2.1 Battery Safety ................................13
2.2.2 Removing the Battery Pack .........................13
2.2.3 Battery Swap Time..............................13
2.2.4 Charging the Battery.............................13
2.2.4.1 Chargers and Docking Stations...................14
2.3 The Keyboard......................................15
2.3.1 EP10 QWERTY Keyboard. .........................15
2.3.2 Locking the Keyboard............................16
2.3.3 Modifier Keys ................................16
2.3.3.1 Activating Modifier Keys & the Shift-State Indicator.......16
2.3.3.2 Locking Modifier Keys.......................17
2.3.4 The Keys...................................17
2.3.5 The Keypad Backlight............................19
2.4 The Display.......................................19
2.4.1 Setting the Backlight Intensity & Duration .................19
2.4.2 Adjusting the Backlight using the Keyboard.................19
2.4.3 Aligning (Calibrating) the Touchscreen...................20
2.4.4 Screen Orientation..............................21
2.5 EP10 Indicators.....................................21
2.5.1 LEDs.....................................21
2.6 Audio Indicators....................................22
2.7 Monitoring the Battery and Maximizing Run Time..................23
2.7.1 Storing Batteries...............................23
2.8 Uploading Data in a Docking Station .........................24
2.9 Bluetooth Radio ....................................24
2.9.1 Pairing a Bluetooth Headset.........................25
2.10 Inserting the microSD and SIM Card.........................25
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2.10.1 Inserting the Cards..............................26
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2.11 The Camera ......................................26
2.12 General Maintenance..................................26
2.12.1 Caring for the Touchscreen .........................26
2.12.2 Cleaning the EP10..............................27
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2.1 Features of the EP10 Hand-Held
Receiver
3 Light Emitting Diodes
RIGHT SIDE
Enter Button
Vertical Scroll
LEFT SIDE
Scan Button
Volume Button
TOP
Scanner/Imager
Button
Microphone
Light Sensor
(LEDs)
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Speaker
Hand Strap
Battery Latch
Stylus
Camera
Battery &
Anchor
SIM/microSD Card
Compartments
Flash
Docking Port/
USB On-The-Go
Hand Strap
Anchor
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The Battery
Figure 2.1 Back of EP10
Figure 2.2 Ports
2.2 The Battery
The EP10 operates with a 3600 mAh, Lithium-Ion battery pack, Model No. RV3010.
Preparing the EP10 for operation requires that a battery pack be charged and installed in
the EP10.
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Important: Before attempting to install, use or charge the battery pack, it is critical that
you review and follow the important safety guidelines in the quick reference guide entitled ‘EP10 Hand-Held Regulatory & Warranty Guide’,
PN 8000235.
2.2.2 Removing the Battery Pack
Important: Always shut down the EP10 before removing the battery. To safely remove the
battery, press and hold down the Power button until the ‘Shutdown’ screen is
displayed. Choose ‘Shutdown’ and tap on OK.
Keep in mind also that all EP10s are equipped with internal super-capacitors
that will save the current data for up to 5 minutes while the battery
is swapped.
Refer to “Preparing the EP10 for Operation” on page 13 for more details about removing
and installing the battery.
2.2.3 Battery Swap Time
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Battery Safety
Assuming the default power saving parameters and battery reserve level have not been altered, battery swap time is approximately 5 minutes – you will not lose data if the battery is
replaced within this time frame.
To protect data, the safest place to store data is on a microSD memory card or externally to
the device on a USB memory stick or on a PC.
The Suspend Threshold feature allows you to determine the battery capacity at which the
EP10 will be shut down. If left at the default value, Maximum Operating Time, the EP10 will
run until the battery is completely empty; the RAM is only backed up for a short period of
time. If you choose Maximum Backup Time, the EP10 shuts off with more energy left in the
battery so RAM can be backed up for a longer period of time.
(Refer to “Suspend Threshold and Estimated Battery Backup” on page 142 for details about
reserving battery power for data backup purposes.)
2.2.4 Charging the Battery
Batteries shipped from the factory are charged to approximately 40% of capacity. They must
be fully charged prior to use.
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Charging the Battery
Note: Do not leave a spare battery to charge for more than 72 hours. Charging for more
than 72 hours may damage the battery or lead to charge capacity reduction.
Important: If the battery is overheated (>60° C) or if the battery capacity is very low
(<100 mAh), the unit will not switch on when the Power key is pressed.
Under the above conditions, when AC power is applied, the EP10 will still
refuse to power up; instead, a yellow LED will begin blinking and until the
battery is replaced, or in the case of low battery capacity, the battery is
charged to an acceptable level, the EP10 will not switch on.
Keep in mind also that, along with the battery, the EP10 is equipped with internal, supercapacitors that preserves data stored on the EP10 for a short period of time while the battery
is swapped.
2.2.4.1 Chargers and Docking Stations
Important: FOR DETAILED INFORMATION about chargers and docking stations,
refer to Chapter 6: “Peripheral Devices & Accessories” beginning on
page 215.
Lithium-Ion battery packs must be charged before use. These batteries can be charged with a
variety of chargers and docking stations. These include:
• AC wall adaptor (Model No. R3055) operates as an AC power source and when
plugged in, also charges the battery installed in the EP10. (see page 237)
• Desktop Docking Station (Model No. RV4000) operates as both a charger and a docking
station. Operating as a charger, both the battery installed in the EP10 and a spare battery
can be charged simultaneously. (see page 225)
• Quad Docking Station (Model No. RV4004) can charge the battery of up to four EP10s
inserted in the docking station. (see page 230)
• Quad Battery Charger (Model No. RV3004) can charge up to four batteries inserted in
the charger (see TBD)
• USB & Charger Snap Module (Model No. RV4001) allows you to connect a Mini-B
USB cable and a power cable to the EP10. (see TBD)
• DE9 RS232 & charger Snap Module (Model No. V4002) provides an RS232 connection and charge power to the EP10. (see TBD)
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tional information about the battery.
Important: To avoid damaging the battery, chargers will not begin the charge process
until the battery temperature is between 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
2.3 The Keyboard
2.3.1 EP10 QWERTY Keyboard
The EP10 is available with a QWERTY keyboard with [Send] and [End] phone keys.
Figure 2.3 QWERTY Keyboard with P hone K eys
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The Keyboard
Most of the keys on these keyboards operate much like a desktop computer. Where a key or
key function is not consistent with the PC keyboard, the differences are noted.
The [BLUE] modifier key provide access to additional keys and system functions. These
functions are colour coded in blue print above the keyboard keys.
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Locking the Keyboard
Note: Almost all keys can be reprogrammed to suit your requirements.
2.3.2 Locking the Keyboard
You can lock the keyboard to prevent accidental key presses. To set up the locking/unlocking key sequence:
• Tap on Start>Settings>Buttons. Tap on the right arrow icon in the bottom-right
corner of the screen to scroll to the Lock Sequence tab.
Refer to “Lock Sequence” on page 106 for details about setting up this function.
2.3.3 Modifier Keys
The [SHIFT], [CTRL], [ALT], and [BLUE] keys are modifier keys. Pressing a modifier key
changes the function of the next key pressed. For example, on a QWERTY keyboard, the
‘@’ symbol is printed in blue on the [A] key. Pressing the [BLUE] key, a modifier key, followed by the [A] key displays the ‘@’ symbol rather than the letter A.
The [SHIFT], [CTRL] and [ALT] keys operate much like a desktop keyboard except that
they are not chorded (two keys held down simultaneously). The modifier key must be
pressed first followed by the key whose function you want modified.
Note: Keep in mind that the [ALT] and [CTRL] keys are only available on key-
pads that are not equipped with phone keys. You can, however, access the [CTRL]
key using the onscreen, soft keyboard.
2.3.3.1 Activating Modifier Keys & the Shift-State Indicator
When a modifier key is pressed, it is represented in the shift-state indicator icon in the
softkey bar at the bottom of the screen, making it easier to determine whether or not a modifier key is active. If the shift-state indicator icon is not visible (you can only see the soft
keyboard icon), you may need to take a few steps to display the shift-state indicator icon.
• Tap on Start>Settings followed by the Buttons icon.
• Tap on the One Shots tab at the bottom of the screen.
• Tap in the check box next to Show modifier key state to display the shift-state
indicator icon.
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