Psion 7527RA2041 User Manual
WORKABOUT PRO G2
Hand-Held Computer With
Windows Embedded CE 5.0
User Manual
March 5, 2007 Part No. 8000140.A
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 About This Manual ............................3
1.2 Text Conventions.............................4
1.3 WORKABOUT PRO G2 Features....................4
1.4 About The WORKABOUT PRO G2 Hand-Held. . . .......... 7
1.4.1 The WORKABOUT PRO C G2 Hand-Held Computer .....7
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout
2.1 Preparing The WORKABOUT PRO G2 For Operation.........11
2.1.1 The Main Battery.........................11
2.1.2 The Backup Battery . .......................12
2.2 Turning The WORKABOUT PRO G2 On And Off...........12
2.2.1 Installing The Battery And Switching The Unit On........12
2.2.2 Switching The Unit Off (Suspend) ................13
2.3 Calibrating The Touchscreen.......................13
2.4 Configuring Your Radio..........................13
2.4.1 Summit Client Utility (SCU) For Model RA2041 ........13
2.4.2 Assigning The IP Address.....................13
2.4.3 Name Servers Tab.........................16
2.4.4 Using The SCU To Connect To The WLAN . ..........17
2.5 SCU Tabs.................................19
2.5.1 Main Tab..............................20
2.5.2 Config Tab.............................20
2.5.3 Global Settings Tab........................26
2.5.4 Status Tab.............................29
2.5.5 Diags Tab.............................30
2.6 Checking The Scanner ..........................31
2.7 Using Microsoft® ActiveSync®.....................31
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2.8 Resetting The Hand-Held........................ 31
2.8.1 Performing A Warm Reset.................... 31
2.8.2 Performing A Cold Reset – Accessing The BooSt Menu .... 32
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your WORKABOUT PRO G2
3.1 Features Of The WORKABOUT PRO G2...............35
3.2 The Battery................................ 36
3.2.1 Battery Safety ..........................36
3.2.2 Removing The Battery Pack................... 37
3.2.3 Charging The Battery ...................... 37
3.3 Switching The Hand-Held On And Off................. 38
3.4 The Keyboard ..............................39
3.4.1 Modifier Keys..........................39
3.4.2 The Keys.............................40
3.4.3 Function Keys And Macro Keys................. 41
3.4.4 52-Key Keyboard – Accessing Alpha Keys ........... 42
3.4.5 25-Key Keyboard – Accessing Alphanumeric Keys. ...... 42
3.4.6 The Keypad Backlight...................... 44
3.5 The Display ...............................44
3.5.1 Adjusting The Display Backlight ................44
3.5.2 Calibrating The Touchscreen...................45
3.6 WORKABOUT PRO G2 Indicators................... 46
3.6.1 LED................................46
3.6.2 Audio Indicators.........................46
3.6.3 Onscreen Indicators .......................47
3.7 Monitoring The Battery And Maximizing Run Time.......... 49
3.7.1 Storing Batteries.........................50
3.8 Uploading Data In A Docking Station.................. 51
3.9 Bluetooth Radio.............................51
3.10The SD/MMC Card—Adding Memory.................51
3.10.1Inserting The Card........................ 51
3.11 General Maintenance .......................... 52
3.11.1Caring For The Touchscreen...................52
3.11.2Cleaning The WORKABOUT PRO G2............. 52
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows Embedded CE 5.0
4.1 Navigating In Windows Embedded CE 5.0................57
4.1.1 Navigating Using A Touchscreen And Stylus...........57
4.1.2 Navigating Using The Keyboard . ................57
4.2 Working With Files, Folders And Programs ...............58
4.3 The Startup Desktop............................59
4.3.1 The Desktop Icons.........................60
4.3.2 The Taskbar............................61
4.4 The Start Menu..............................63
4.4.1 The Desktop............................64
4.4.2 Security Settings..........................64
4.4.3 Programs..............................66
4.4.4 Shortcuts..............................68
4.4.5 Settings...............................69
4.4.6 Run.................................70
4.4.7 Shutdown .............................71
4.5 Using A Dialog Box............................72
Chapter 5: Configuration
5.1 Remote Connect. .............................81
5.2 The TekTerm Application.........................81
5.3 Pocket PC Compatibility.........................81
5.4 The Control Panel.............................81
5.5 Control Panel Icons............................83
5.6 Basic Setup................................87
5.6.1 Display Properties.........................87
5.6.2 Keyboard Properties . .......................90
5.6.3 Volume And Sound Properties . . ................99
5.6.4 Power Management Properties .................100
5.6.5 Stylus Properties.........................104
5.6.6 Manage Triggers.........................106
5.6.7 Certificate Assignment .....................110
5.7 Bluetooth Setup.............................111
5.7.1 The Devices Tab.........................112
5.7.2 The Servers Tab.........................115
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5.7.3 Outgoing Tab...........................116
5.7.4 Active Conn. Tab.........................117
5.7.5 The Properties Tab........................118
5.7.6 The Bluetooth GPRS WAN Connection. ............118
5.8 Total Recall ...............................124
5.8.1 Creating A Backup Profile....................125
5.8.2 Restoring A Profile........................129
5.9 The Storage Manager ..........................129
5.9.1 Formatting A Memory Card...................129
5.9.2 Creating Partitions........................130
5.9.3 Partition Management......................132
5.10 IPv6 Support ...............................134
5.11 Scanner Settings.............................135
5.11.1Bar Codes.............................136
5.11.2Decoded (Internal) Scanners...................137
5.11.3Decoded (HHP) .........................154
5.11.4Decoded (Intermec ISCP)....................175
5.11.5Imager ..............................190
5.11.6Options..............................200
5.11.7Translations Tab.........................203
5.12SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) Setup.........205
5.12.1Contact Tab............................206
5.12.2Communities Tab.........................207
5.12.3Trap Destination Tab.......................209
5.12.4Permitted Hosts Tab.......................210
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories
6.1 Carrying Accessories ..........................215
6.1.1 Attaching The Hand Strap....................215
6.1.2 Attaching The Pistol Grip ....................217
6.2 The Batteries...............................221
6.3 Chargers And Docking Stations.....................221
6.3.1 Installation–Chargers And Docking Stations ..........221
6.3.2 Power Consumption Considerations...............221
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6.3.3 Operator Controls........................222
6.3.4 Important Charger Safety Instructions..............222
6.4 Desktop Docking Station........................223
6.4.1 Charging A Battery Installed In The WORKABOUT PRO G2 224
6.4.2 Charging A Spare Battery....................225
6.4.3 Battery Charge Duration.....................225
6.4.4 Charger LED Indicators.....................225
6.4.5 Troubleshooting The Charging Operation Of The Dock . . . . 225
6.4.6 Desktop Docking Station Ports.................226
6.4.7 Linking A WORKABOUT PRO G2 To A PC.........226
6.4.8 Linking A WORKABOUT PRO G2 To An Ethernet Network. 227
6.4.9 Troubleshooting The Docking Station Operations .......228
6.5 Single Battery Charger–Model #WA3001-G1 .............228
6.5.1 Inserting A Battery In The Single Battery Charger.......228
6.5.2 Battery Charge Duration.....................228
6.5.3 Charge Indicators–The LED...................229
6.6 Quad Battery Charger–Model #WA3004-G1..............229
6.6.1 Charging Batteries........................230
6.6.2 Battery Charge Duration.....................230
6.6.3 Charge Indicators–The LEDs..................230
6.6.4 Troubleshooting . . . ......................230
6.7 Quad Docking Station–Model #WA4004-G1..............232
6.7.1 Quad Docking Station Setup ..................232
6.7.2 Quad Indicators.........................233
6.7.3 Inserting A WORKABOUT In The Quad Docking Station. . . 233
6.7.4 Network Access.........................233
6.7.5 Battery Charging–LED Behaviour ...............234
6.7.6 Troubleshooting . . . ......................234
6.8 The Vehicle Cradle...........................235
6.8.1 Vehicle Cradle Mounting Recommendations . .........235
6.8.2 Wiring Guidelines........................236
6.8.3 Using The Vehicle Cradle....................236
6.8.4 Maintaining The Vehicle Cradle ................236
6.8.5 Powered Cradle Installation In High Voltage Vehicles . . . . . 237
6.8.6 Powered Vehicle Cradle Installation ..............237
6.8.7 The Port Replicator.......................238
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6.9 Bluetooth Peripherals..........................239
Chapter 7: Specifications
7.1 WORKABOUT PRO G2........................243
7.2 Radio Specifications...........................244
7.3 Scanner Specifications..........................245
7.3.1 SE 1223HP, LR, ALR And SE 955HP Specifications......245
7.3.2 EV15 Imager Specifications...................247
7.3.3 HHP5180 Imager.........................248
7.3.4 SX5393 Imager. .........................250
Appendix A: Port Pinouts
A.1 LIF (Low Insertion Force) Port Pinout .................A-1
A.2 Tether Port Pinout . . . .........................A-2
Appendix B: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)
B.1 Wireless WAN..............................B-1
B.1.1 Taskbar Icons ..........................B-1
B.1.2 Establishing A Connection. ...................B-2
B.1.3 Advanced Information......................B-4
B.1.4 Tools Menu............................B-5
B.1.5 SMS Menu...........................B-13
B.2 Power Mode..............................B-14
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INTRODUCTION 1
1.1 About This Manual............................... 3
1.2 Text Conventions . . . ............................. 4
1.3 WORKABOUT PRO G2 Features.......................4
1.4 About The WORKABOUT PRO G2 Hand-Held...............7
1.4.1 The WORKABOUT PRO C G2 Hand-Helds.............. 7
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Chapter 1: Introduction
About This Manual
1.1 About This Manual
This manual describes how to configure, operate and maintain the Psion Teklogix
WORKABOUT PRO G2 hand-held computer.
Chapter 1: Introduction
provides a basic overview of the WORKABOUT PRO G2 hand-held.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout
describes the steps required to get the WORKABOUT PRO G2 ready for operation, including setting up your RA2041 802.11b/g radio.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your WORKABOUT PRO G2
describes the WORKABOUT PRO G2 features and outlines how to charge and
maintain the battery. This chapter also provides a description of the keyboard,
how to navigate in Microsoft
Windows Embedded CE 5.0, and so on.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows Embedded CE 5.0
describes the Microsoft
This chapter also outlines the basics of moving around a Windows Embedded
CE 5.0 window, selecting and opening icons, files, folders and working with a
Windows dialog box.
Chapter 5: Configuration
describes the Windows Embedded CE 5.0 Control Panel and how to use it to
configure the WORKABOUT PRO G2, along with the scanners attached to the
hand-held, and so on.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories
describes the peripherals and accessories available for your WORKABOUT
PRO G2 hand-held.
Chapter 7: Specifications
lists radio, hand-held computer and battery specifications.
Appendix A: Port Pinouts
describes the WORKABOUT PRO G2 pinouts
Appendix B: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)
describes WWAN configuration information (GPRS radio model no.
RA303-G2).
Windows Embedded CE 5.0 desktop and how to use it.
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Text Conventions
1.2 Text Conventions
Note: Notes highlight additional helpful information.
Important: These statements provide particularly important instructions
Warning: These statements provide critical information that may prevent
1.3 WORKABOUT PRO G2 Features
Important: For all safety, regulatory and warranty information, refer to the
• Processor:
• PXA270 520 MHz, 32 bit RSIC CPU.
• CPU temperature range -20° to +50° C
• Software:
• Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 5.0
• Multi-Media Chipset:
• NVIDIAGoForce 4000 Multi-Media Processor
•Real-Time Clock:
• CPU independent RTC capable of maintaining the system date and time
• Internal Memory:
• 128 MB M-System Flash (BOM expandable up to 512 MB)
• 128 MB SDRAM (BOM expandable up to 512 MB)
• User Accessible Memory:
• One SD expansion slot (accessible via the battery compartment)
•Display:
• 480 x 640, 3.6 in., Full VGA TFT Colour LCD
• Easily replaceable and customizable bezel
or additional information that is critical to the operation of
the equipment.
physical injury, equipment damage or data loss.
‘WORKABOUT PRO Hand-Held Computer Regulatory & Warranty Guide’, PN 8000126.
for at least 3 months with a fully charged backup battery
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WORKABOUT PRO G2 Features
• Keyboards:
• Alphanumeric keyboard option with 52 keys and blue backlight, or
• Numeric keyboard option with 25 keys and blue backlight
• Four, direct push function keys
• Side-Scan buttons
• Audio:
• One mono speaker
• One mono microphone
• One internal audio connector for future external audio interfaces
• Beeper capable of producing 85db @ 10cm
• Internal Connectors:
• 100-pin expansion interface; supports PCMCIA (type II), WAN and
other expansion modules
• Flex cable interface with robust connector; supports scanner (serial) and
imager (USB) modules.
• Additional USB connection at top edge of MLB (Powered from the battery; user voltage regulation required)
• One Type II CF Card Slot
• One SD Slot (memory card form factor only)
• Full pin-to-pin compatibility shall be maintained with WORKABOUT
PRO G1 series
• External Connectors “On The Go”:
• One Tether connector with full RS232 and USB OTG functionality
• Tether connection backward compatible with WORKABOUT PRO G1
series
• One LIF connection backward compatible with WORKABOUT PRO
G1 series
• DC Power Jack
• Bluetooth Radio:
• Integrated Bluetooth 1.2 radio
• Class II Compliant / Range 5 to 10 metres
• Support for 802.11b/g CF radio with non-integrated antenna
• GSM Support:
• Support for RA3030-G2 GPRS radio (connecting via the 100-pin
Expansion Connector)
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WORKABOUT PRO G2 Features
• Support for GSM/GPRS/EDGE data and voice communications
• User-accessible SIM card
• 802.11b/g Support
• Support for RA2041 802.11b/g Compact Flash radio module
• Power System:
• High Capacity battery pack: Li-Ion, 3.7V, 3000mAh
• Super High Capacity battery pack: Li-Ion, 3.7V, 4000mAh
• One removable backup batter
• User-replaceable backup battery
• Dimensions and Weight:
• RS232 serial (decoded scanner, printer)
• Undecoded scanner support
• USB host
Docking station port with:
• RS232 serial with diagnostics
• USB device
• USB host
• Power in/out
• Power management:
• Typical 8-hour usage Lithium-Ion standard battery
• Quick swap packs
• Advanced smart battery with gas gauge
• Runs with battery, wall adaptor or cigarette lighter
• Built-in fast charger (2 hours)
• System backup during battery swap (more than 10 minutes)
• One week real-time clock backup
• Network Management:
• SNMP MIB 2 support
• Remote software download
• Remote WLAN management
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About The WORKABOUT PRO G2 Hand-Held
1.4 About The WORKABOUT PRO G2 Hand-Held
The WORKABOUT PRO G2 is a ruggedized hand-held personal computer,
running the Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 5.0 operating system. It 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.
1.4.1 The WORKABOUT PRO C G2 Hand-Helds
Figure 1.1 WORKABOUT PRO C G2 With 52-Key Keyboard
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The WORKABOUT PRO S G2 Hand-Held
1.4.2 The WORKABOUT PRO S G2 Hand-Held
Figure 1.2 WORKABOUT PRO S G2 With 25-Key Keyboard
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2.1 Preparing The WORKABOUT PRO G2 For Operation . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.1.1 The Main Battery...........................11
2.1.1.1 Charging The Main Battery.................11
2.1.2 The Backup Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.2 Turning The WORKABOUT PRO G2 On And Off . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.2.1 Installing The Battery And Switching The Unit On . . . . . . . . . 12
2.2.2 Switching The Unit Off (Suspend)..................13
2.3 Calibrating The Touchscreen........................13
2.4 Configuring The RA2041 802.11b/g Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.4.1 Summit Client Utility (SCU) For Model RA2041 . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.4.2 Assigning The IP Address......................13
2.4.3 Name Servers Tab ..........................16
2.4.4 Using The SCU To Connect To The WLAN.............17
2.4.4.1 SSID.............................18
2.4.4.2 EAP Type ..........................18
2.4.4.3 Encryption..........................18
2.5 SCU Tabs..................................19
2.5.1 Main Tab...............................20
2.5.2 Config Tab ..............................20
2.5.2.1 SCU Security Capabilities..................23
2.5.2.2 EAP Credentials.......................25
2.5.2.3 ThirdPartyConfig ......................26
2.5.3 Global Settings Tab..........................26
2.5.4 Status Tab...............................29
2.5.5 Diags Tab...............................30
2.6 Checking The Scanner ...........................31
2.7 Using Microsoft® ActiveSync®......................31
2.8 Resetting The Hand-Held..........................31
2.8.1 Performing A Warm Reset......................31
2.8.2 Performing A Cold Reset – Accessing The BooSt Menu . . . . . . 32
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Preparing The WORKABOUT PRO G2 For Operation
2.1 Preparing The WORKABOUT PRO G2 For Operation
2.1.1 The Main Battery
Warning: Before charging the battery, it is critical that you review the battery
safety guidelines in the “WORKABOUT PRO Hand-Held Computer Warranty & Regulatory Guide”, PN 8000126.
The WORKABOUT PRO C G2 and WORKABOUT PRO S G2 can be powered
with one of the following lithium-in battery packs:
• High-Capacity Battery Pack – 3000mAh
• Super High-Capacity Battery Pack – 4000mAh
2.1.1.1 Charging The Main Battery
Important: Before opening the battery cover on your WORKABOUT PRO
G2, press [BLUE] [ENTER] to turn off the hand-held
battery cover is removed, a power-off switch is automatically activated and the unit power is switched off; if the battery cover is
opened while the hand-held is still powered on, the unit may
reboot.
. When the
Battery packs shipped from the factory are charged to approximately 40% and must
be fully charged prior to use. Batteries can be charged using a variety of chargers
and docking stations along with a WORKABOUT PRO G2 internal charger. When
using the internal charger, a suitable power source is required. All chargers and
docking stations are described in Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories
beginning on page 213.
Note: If you are powering up a new unit, a warning message may appear on the
screen indicating that the backup battery capacity is low. To recharge the
internal battery, you must fully charge the WORKABOUT PRO G2 with
main battery installed in the unit. An overnight charge is recom-
the
mended.
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The Backup Battery
2.1.2 The Backup Battery
To preserve data stored in your WORKABOUT PRO G2 while you swap the main
battery, the unit is equipped with an internal backup battery
Alloy Manganese Dioxide coin battery
supply 5 minutes of continuous power while you install a charged, main battery.
The backup battery is trickle charged from the main battery. Provided that the main
battery contains power, the backup battery will maintain a charge whether the
WORKABOUT PRO G2 is switched on or off, in a docking station or in a cradle.
Even when the main battery reaches its Suspend Threshold (refer to “Suspend
Threshold” on page 102) and the hand-held shuts down, the backup battery will
continue to draw a trickle charge from the main battery to protect the data stored in
the unit until a charged main battery is installed.
Note: The backup battery takes approximately 100 hrs to fully charge from a
fully discharged (flat) state. While you can continue to use the WORKABOUT PRO G2, replacing the main battery while the backup battery is
not fully charged is not recommended because you risk losing the data
stored on the unit.
–a standard Lithium
–a Maxell ML2032. The backup battery will
2.2 Turning The WORKABOUT PRO G2 On And Off
2.2.1 Installing The Battery And Switching The Unit On
• To unlock the battery cover, turn the left-hand battery fastener to the left,
and turn the right-hand battery fastener to the right. The top of the stylus is
slot-shaped to help you loosen the fasteners.
• Remove the battery cover.
• Ensure that the ON/OFF switch in the battery compartment is set to ON
before inserting the battery.
• Snap the charged battery into the unit. Replace the battery cover, and lock
the fasteners in place.
Note: If you are using a docking station or an external power supply, you can
insert an uncharged battery, dock the unit and switch it on.
To switch on the WORKABOUT PRO G2:
• Press and hold down the [ENTER/ON] key for at least one second.
• When the LED flashes green, release the [ENTER/ON] button.
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The desktop screen is displayed.
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Switching The Unit Off (Suspend)
Note: If the unit was already in use
ing [ENTER/ON] ‘wakes’ the unit from this state. The screen in which you
were working prior to the suspend state is displayed.
–the unit may be off (suspend state)–press-
2.2.2 Switching The Unit Off (Suspend)
• Press the [BLUE] key, and then press [ENTER/ON].
2.3 Calibrating The Touchscreen
Note: Keep in mind that the touchscreen function can be turned off (see
“Touch” on page 105).
The WORKABOUT PRO G2 touchscreen is factory-calibrated and ready-to-go;
however, over time the touchscreen operating parameters may change, and it may
need to be recalibrated for correct operation. Refer to “Calibrating The
Touchscreen” on page 45 for details.
2.4 Configuring The RA2041 802.11b/g Radio
Psion Teklogix supports an 802.11b/g Compact Flash (CF) wireless LAN radio
card, model number RA2041. It is a Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum radio.
If your WORKABOUT PRO G2 is equipped with an RA2041 CF radio, follow the
steps under “Summit Client Utility (SCU) For Model RA2041” below to set up this
type of radio for communication with a wireless LAN.
2.4.1 Summit Client Utility (SCU) For Model RA2041
This section describes the Summit Client Utility (SCU). The SCU provides the
utilities you will need to configure the Summit 802.11b/g Compact Flash radio
module, model number RA2041 so that it can communicate through a wireless LAN
effectively and securely.
2.4.2 Assigning The IP Address
Before launching the SCU, you need to configure how the IP address will be
obtained. If your network is not using a DHCP server, you will need to assign an
IP address.
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Assigning The IP Address
1. Tap on Start>Settings>Network and Dial-up Connections. (If the
Start Menu isn’t displayed in the taskbar, press [BLUE] [0] to display
it.)
If you’re using the keyboard, press [BLUE] [0] to display the Start Menu.
Use the [DOWN] arrow key to highlight Settings. Press the [RIGHT] arrow
key to display the sub-menu. Highlight Network, and press [ENTER].
2. Choose the Summit WLAN Adapter icon to open the 802.11b/g Wire-
less LAN Settings window. In Figure 2.1, this icon is labelled
SDCCF10G1.
Figure 2.1 Summit WLAN Adapter Icon
The Summit WLAN Adapter Settings menu is displayed (In this screen
shown as the SDCCF10G1 menu).
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Assigning The IP Address
3. Tap on the IP Information tab.
Figure 2.2 IP Information Tab
Note: Choosing the Renew button forces the WORKABOUT PRO G2 to renew
or find a new IP address. This is useful if, for example, you are out of
communication range for a longer period of time and your WORKABOUT PRO G2 is dropped from the network.
4. To define a static IP address, tap on the Configure button. The Summit
WLAN Adapter Settings menu provides two options:
• Tap on Obtain an IP address via DHCP to have an address assigned
automatically, or
• If you want to use a particular IP address, tap on Specify an IP address,
and type the preferred address as well as the IP, Subnet Mask and
Default Gateway addresses in the appropriate fields. Tap OK to save
your information.
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Name Servers Tab
2.4.3 Name Servers Tab
Note: If DHCP is enabled, name server addresses are assigned automatically.
Figure 2.3 Defining An IP Address
•In the SDCCF10G1 window, display the IP Information tab.
•In the Summit WLAN Adapter Settings>IP Information tab, tap on the
Configure button.
• Display the Name Servers tab.
Figure 2.4 Name Servers Tab
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Using The SCU To Connect To The WLAN
The DNS and WINS fields in the
WINS and DNS resolvers. The format for these fields is ###.###.###.###.
Name Servers tab allow you to specify additional
2.4.4 Using The SCU To Connect To The WLAN
This section provides a quick set of steps to create a profile (referred to as a
“config”). Detailed information about each of the SCU tabs—Main, Config, Status,
Diags and Global Settings—is provided under “SCU Tabs” on page 19. To launch
the SCU so that your WORKABOUT PRO G2 can connect to a wireless LAN:
1. Tap on Start>Programs>Summit, and then tap on the SCU icon.
Figure 2.5 SCU Main Tab
2. Tap on the Config tab.
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Figure 2.6 SCU Config Tab
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SSID
• Tap on the New button to define a new config.
• Type a name for your configuration using any alpha-numeric combination
to uniquely identify this config.
• Tap on OK to return to the Config tab.
• Tap on Commit to save the config name.
• When a pop-up message indicates that your configuration will be saved, tap
on OK.
2.4.4.1 SSID
To configure the SSID for the network to which you want to associate:
• Type an SSID in the text box to the right of SSID. This field is limited to 32
characters.
• Tap on Commit and then, in the pop-up message, tap on OK to save your
SSID setting.
Important: To learn more about the other options available in the radio
attributes list, refer to “Config Tab” on page 20.
2.4.4.2 EAP Type
• Tap on the EAP type drop-down menu, and choose the appropriate type of
authentication—LEAP, EAP-FAST, PEAP-MSCHAP, and PEAP-GTC.
• Next, tap on the Credentials button, and type credentials for IEEE 802.1X
EAP types.
Important: Refer to “SCU Security Capabilities” on page 23 for details about
security settings. Additional EAP details are described in “EAP
Credentials” on page 25.
2.4.4.3 Encryption
• Tap on the Encryption drop-down menu, and choose the appropriate type
of encryption—Manual WEP, Auto WEP, WPA PSK, WPA TKIP,
WAP2PSK, WAP2 AES, and CCKM TKIP.
If you choose Manual WEP, WPA PSK or WPA PSK:
• Tap on the WEP/PSK Keys button. For Manual WEP, choose up to four
static WEP keys. For PSK, type an ASCII passphrase or hex PSK.
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• Configure any other settings that are supplied by the network administrator
for the SSID to which you will associate.
• Make certain that you tap on Commit following each change.
Once you’ve completed the configuration:
• Tap the Main tab. Tap on the Active Config button – your new config will
be listed in the drop-down menu.
When you tap on the config you created, the RA2041 radio module attempts to
connect to the network using the following steps:
- Associate to the SSID.
- Authenticate to the network.
- If EAP authentication is being used, derive dynamic encryption keys.
- If DHCP is being used by the network, obtain an IP address.
If the RA2041 is not connecting properly:
• Tap on the Status tab.
The Status dialog box lists the IP and MAC addresses, and indicates the current state
of the radio, the signal strength, channel and so on.
You can also use the Status screen for DHCP renewal and ICMP Echo Requests
(Pings).
Important: For details about the Status dialog box, refer to “Status Tab” on
page 29.
2.5 SCU Tabs
This section provides a detailed description of each of the tabs available in the
SCU—Main (below), Config (page 20), Global Settings (page 26), Status (page 29),
and Diags (page 30).
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Main Tab
2.5.1 Main Tab
The Main tab is displayed when you tap on the Start>Programs>SCU icon.
• Enable/Disable Radio: Enables or disables the radio. This a toggle button;
when the radio is enabled, this button reads Disable Radio, and when the
radio is disabled, the button reads Enable Radio.
• Active Config: Lists the name(s) of the active configuration profile(s)
which are referred to as “configs”. When a config is chosen from the Active
Config drop-down menu, the settings for that config become active.
If ThirdPartyConfig is selected, after the WORKABOUT PRO G2 goes
through a power cycle, WZC is used for configuration of the radio. See
“ThirdPartyConfig” on page 26 for details.
• Association Status: Indicates if the radio is associated to an access point. If
this is not the case, Association Status indicates the radio status.
• Software Version: This field displays the version of the device driver and
the SCU that are running on the WORKABOUT PRO G2.
• About Box: This box provides information about the SCU.
Figure 2.7 SCU Main Tab
2.5.2 Config Tab
The Config tab allows you to define radio and security settings that are stored in the
registry as part of the configuration profile or config.
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Config Tab
The config you create and save is listed in the Active Config drop-down menu in the
Main tab You can define up to 20 configs.
Radio
Attributes
Figure 2.8 SCU Config Tab
• Config: Used to choose the config to be viewed or edited. If ThirdParty-
Config is chosen, after the WORKABOUT PRO G2 goes through a power
cycle, WZC is used for configuration of the radio.
• Rename: Allows you to assign a config name.
• Delete: Deletes the config unless it is currently active.
• New: Allows you to create a new config with default settings and assign it
a name.
• Commit: Saves all changes.
• Radio Attributes: Lists radio attributes. These attributes can be individually chosen from this menu. When an attribute is chosen, an associated
list of options is displayed where you can assign new settings or view
existing settings.
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Config Tab
The following table describes the options in the Radio Attributes drop-down menu:
Radio
Attribute
Name of config (configu-
Config
SSID
Client
Name
Power Save
Tx Power Maximum transmit power.
Bit Rate
Radio
Mode
Rename button to change
which the radio connects.
Name assigned to radio &
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Used by radio when interacting with WLAN access
Description Value Default
ration profile). Use
name.
Service set identifier
(SSID) for WLAN to
into which it is installed.
Power save mode for
radio.
point.
Used by 802.11g when
interacting with access
point.
Maximum of 32 characters. None
Maximum of 32 characters. None
Maximum of 16 characters. None
CAM: Constantly awake.
Maximum: Maximum
power savings.
Fast: Fast power save
mode.
Max: Maximum defined for
current regulatory domain.
Measured in mW: 50,30,10,
1.
Auto: Rate automatically
negotiated with access
point.
Rates in Mbps: 1, 2, 5.5, 6.9
11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54.
B rates only: 1, 2, 5.5, & 11
Mbps.
G rates only: 6, 9, 12, 18,
24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps.
BG rates full: All B and G
rates.
BG rates optimized: 1, 2,
5.5, 6, 11, 24, 36 & 54
Mbps.
Fast
Max
Auto
BG rates
opti-
mized
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