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Symbol MC9090-G RFID Integrator Manual Supplement

MC9090-G RFID Mobile Computer
for Windows Mobile 6
RFID Integrator Guide Supplement
MC9090-G RFID Mobile Computer for Windows Mobile 6
RFID Integrator Guide Supplement
72E-132821-02
Rev A
April 2015
© 2015 Symbol Technologies, Inc.
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The software is provided strictly on an “as is” basis. All software, including firmware, furnished to the user is on a licensed basis. Zebra grants to the user a non-transferable and non-exclusive license to use each software or firmware program delivered hereunder (licensed program). Except as noted below, such license may not be assigned, sublicensed, or otherwise transferred by the user without prior written consent of Zebra. No right to copy a licensed program in whole or in part is granted, except as permitted under copyright law. The user shall not modify, merge, or incorporate any form or portion of a licensed program with other program material, create a derivative work from a licensed program, or use a licensed program in a network without written permission from Zebra. The user agrees to maintain Zebra’s copyright notice on the licensed programs delivered hereunder, and to include the same on any authorized copies it makes, in whole or in part. The user agrees not to decompile, disassemble, decode, or reverse engineer any licensed program delivered to the user or any portion thereof.
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Zebra does not assume any product liability arising out of, or in connection with, the application or use of any product, circuit, or application described herein.
No license is granted, either expressly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise under any Zebra Technologies Corporation, intellectual property rights. An implied license only exists for equipment, circuits, and subsystems contained in Zebra products.
Zebra and the Zebra head graphic are registered trademarks of ZIH Corp. The Symbol logo is a registered trademark of Symbol Technologies, Inc., a Zebra Technologies company
Zebra Technologies Corporation Lincolnshire, IL U.S.A.
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Warranty

For the complete Zebra hardware product warranty statement, go to:
http://www.zebra.com/warranty.
.

Revision History

Changes to the original manual are listed below:
Change Date Description
-01 Rev A 11/2009 Initial Release based on RFID Integrator Guide Supplement - MC9090-G RFID
-02 Rev A 04/2015 Zebra branding
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Mobile Computer for Windows Mobile 5.
This version includes Windows Mobile v6.1 and a new version of software for Chapter 4, RFID Demo Application.

Table of Contents

Warranty ............................................................................................................................................... ii
Revision History.................................................................................................................................... iii
About This Guide
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... ix
Documentation Set ......................................................................................................................... ix
Configurations....................................................................................................................................... x
Chapter Descriptions ............................................................................................................................ x
Notational Conventions......................................................................................................................... xi
Related Documents and Software ........................................................................................................ xii
Service Information............................................................................................................................... xii
Chapter 1: Getting Started
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 1-1
MC909X Integrator Guide .............................................................................................................. 1-1
Unpacking the Mobile Computer ......................................................................................................... 1-2
Accessories ......................................................................................................................................... 1-3
Getting Started ..................................................................................................................................... 1-4
Installing and Removing the Main Battery ........................................................................................... 1-4
Installing the Main Battery .............................................................................................................. 1-4
Charging the Battery ............................................................................................................................ 1-5
Charging the Main Battery and Memory Backup Battery ............................................................... 1-5
Charging the Main Battery ............................................................................................................. 1-6
Charging Spare Batteries .................................................................................................................... 1-7
Removing the Main Battery ............................................................................................................ 1-7
Starting the Mobile Computer .............................................................................................................. 1-8
Calibrating the Screen ......................................................................................................................... 1-8
Checking Battery Status ...................................................................................................................... 1-8
Configuring the Mobile Computer ........................................................................................................ 1-9
Resetting the Mobile Computer ........................................................................................................... 1-9
Performing a Warm Boot ............................................................................................................... 1-9
Performing a Cold Boot .................................................................................................................. 1-9
Performing a Clean Boot ................................................................................................................ 1-10
Battery Management ........................................................................................................................... 1-10
Battery Saving Tips ........................................................................................................................ 1-10
Changing the Power Settings .............................................................................................................. 1-11
Changing the Display Backlight Settings ............................................................................................. 1-11
Changing the Keypad Backlight Settings ............................................................................................. 1-12
Turning the Radios Off ......................................................................................................................... 1-12
WLAN Radio on Windows Mobile 6.1 ............................................................................................ 1-12
Bluetooth and WAN Radios on Windows Mobile 6.1 ..................................................................... 1-12
Wireless Applications ........................................................................................................................... 1-13
ActiveSync ........................................................................................................................................... 1-14
Chapter 2: Accessories
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 2-1
Keypads ......................................................................................................................................... 2-1
Cradles ........................................................................................................................................... 2-1
Miscellaneous ................................................................................................................................ 2-2
Snap-on Modules ........................................................................................................................... 2-2
Keypad ................................................................................................................................................. 2-3
Keypad Removal ............................................................................................................................ 2-3
Multi Media Card (MMC) / Secure Device (SD) Card .......................................................................... 2-4
Chapter 3: Application Deployment for Mobile 6.1
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 3-1
Security ................................................................................................................................................ 3-1
Packaging ............................................................................................................................................ 3-1
Deployment .......................................................................................................................................... 3-2
XML Provisioning ................................................................................................................................. 3-2
Storage ................................................................................................................................................ 3-3
System Configuration Manager ........................................................................................................... 3-3
Rapid Deployment Client ..................................................................................................................... 3-3
AirBEAM Smart .................................................................................................................................... 3-4
Enterprise Mobility Developer Kits ....................................................................................................... 3-4
Chapter 4: RFID Demo Application
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 4-1
RFIDDemo Application ........................................................................................................................ 4-2
Using RFIDDemo to Read Tags From a Remote Reader ............................................................. 4-2
Launching the RFIDDemo Application ................................................................................................. 4-3
File Menu Options .......................................................................................................................... 4-4
About .............................................................................................................................................. 4-4
Device Settings .............................................................................................................................. 4-5
Settings Descriptions ............................................................................................................... 4-5
Remote RFID Module .......................................................................................................... 4-5
Tag Logging ........................................................................................................................ 4-6
Registry Settings Description ................................................................................................... 4-6
Tag Access Parameters ................................................................................................................. 4-10
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Gen2 Settings .......................................................................................................................... 4-10
Miscellaneous Settings ............................................................................................................ 4-11
Program Tag .................................................................................................................................. 4-12
Reader Program Tag Settings ................................................................................................. 4-12
Lock Options .................................................................................................................................. 4-14
Reader Lock Option Settings ................................................................................................... 4-14
Tag Locking ............................................................................................................................. 4-15
Read Tags ..................................................................................................................................... 4-16
Adding and Deleting Select Records (Filters) ................................................................................ 4-17
Creating Select Records (Filters) ............................................................................................. 4-17
Removing a Select Record (Filter) ................................................................................................. 4-18
Duty Cycle Parameters ........................................................................................................................ 4-20
ETSI EN 302-208 Tx-Channel Selection ............................................................................................. 4-21
RFIDFlash Utility (Radio Firmware Update Utility) ............................................................................... 4-22
Chapter 5: GeminiRFID Demo Application
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 5-1
Host Computer Display Setup ............................................................................................................. 5-1
Using GeminiRFID Demo to Read Tags From a Remote Reader ....................................................... 5-2
Using GeminiRFID Demo to Forward/Log Tags to Remote Device .................................................... 5-2
Launching the GeminiRFID Demo Application .................................................................................... 5-3
Reading Tags ................................................................................................................................. 5-4
Selecting Tags ............................................................................................................................... 5-4
Clearing the Display ....................................................................................................................... 5-5
Saving Tag Data ............................................................................................................................ 5-5
File Menu ....................................................................................................................................... 5-6
About ........................................................................................................................................ 5-6
Log ........................................................................................................................................... 5-6
Reboot ..................................................................................................................................... 5-7
Settings .................................................................................................................................... 5-7
Gen2 Operational Settings ....................................................................................................... 5-8
Exit ........................................................................................................................................... 5-9
Mode Menu .................................................................................................................................... 5-9
Inventory .................................................................................................................................. 5-9
Locate Tag ............................................................................................................................... 5-9
Program Tag ............................................................................................................................ 5-10
Chapter 6: SymbolRoam
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 6-1
SymbolRoam, Region Change ............................................................................................................ 6-2
Country Drop Down List ................................................................................................................. 6-2
SymbolRoam Version .................................................................................................................... 6-2
Chapter 7: Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 7-1
Maintaining the RFID reader ................................................................................................................ 7-1
Accessories ......................................................................................................................................... 7-2
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Battery Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................... 7-2
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................... 7-3
RFID Reader .................................................................................................................................. 7-3
Appendix A: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... A-1
RFID Reader .................................................................................................................................. A-1
Accessory CAM and MSR Pin-Outs .................................................................................................... A-7
Index

About This Guide

Introduction

This MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement provides the unique set up and configuration procedures for the MC9090-G RFID mobile computers and accessories. This guide is intended as a supplement to the MC909X
Integrator Guide, p/n 72E-72216-xx. Procedures common to the MC909X series of products are referenced to the MC909X Integrator Guide.
NOTE Screens and windows pictured in this guide are samples and may differ from actual screens.

Documentation Set

The documentation set for the MC9090-G RFID reader is divided into guides that provide information for specific user needs.
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Microsoft Application Guide - describes how to use Microsoft developed applications.
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Symbol Application Guide - describes how to use developed applications.
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MC909X User Guide - describes how to use the MC909X mobile computers.
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MC9090-G RFID User Guide Supplement - describes how to use the MC9090-G RFID mobile computer.
•
MC909X Integrator Guide - describes how to set up the MC909X mobile computers and the accessories.
•
MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement - describes how to set up the MC9090-G RFID mobile
computer and the accessories.
•
EMDK Help File - provides API information for writing applications.

Configurations

This guide covers the following configurations:
Configuration Radios Display Memory
MC9090-G RFID WLAN: 802.11a/b/g
WPAN: Bluetooth
Color 64 MB RAM 128 MB Flash Laser Scan

Chapter Descriptions

Topics covered in this guide are as follows:
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Chapter 1, Getting Started, provides information on charging the RFID reader battery and resetting.
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Chapter 2, Accessories, describes the accessories available for the RFID reader and how to set up power
connections and battery charging capabilities, where applicable.
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Chapter 3, Application Deployment for Mobile 6.1, describes features available in Windows Mobile 6.1.
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Chapter 4, RFID Demo Application, descries how application developers can use the RFID Demo a
application.
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Chapter 5, GeminiRFID Demo Application, descries how application developers can use the Gemini RFID
Sample application.
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Chapter 6, SymbolRoam, descries how to use the SymbolRoam application to change operating regions.
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Chapter 7, Maintenance & Troubleshooting, includes instructions on cleaning and storing the RFID reader,
and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during RFID reader operation.
•
Chapter A, Technical Specifications, includes the technical specifications for the RFID reader.
Data
Capture
Imager RFID
Operating
System
Windows Mobile 6.1
Keypad
53-key RFID

Notational Conventions

The following conventions are used in this document:
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“RFID Reader”, “reader” or “mobile computer” refers to the MC9090-G RFID reader.
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Italics are used to highlight the following:
• Chapters and sections in this guide
• Related documents
• Dialog box, window and screen names
• Drop-down list and list box names
• Check box and radio button names
• Icons on a screen
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Bold text is used to highlight the following:
• Key names on a keypad
• Button names on a screen.
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Bullets (•) indicate:
• Action items
• Lists of alternatives
• Lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential.
About This Guide xi
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Sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-step procedures) appear as numbered lists.
NOTE This symbol indicates something of special interest or importance to the reader. Failure to read the note
will not result in physical harm to the reader, equipment or data.
CAUTION This symbol indicates that if this information is ignored, the possibility of data or material damage may
occur.
WARNING! This symbol indicates that if this information is ignored the possibility that serious personal
injury may occur.
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Related Documents and Software

The following documents provide more information about the MC9090-G RFID reader.
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MC9090-G RFID Quick Start Guide, p/n 72-89960-xx
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MC9090-G RFID Windows® Mobile® Regulatory Guide, p/n 72-89961-xx
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MC9090-G RFID User Guide Supplement, p/n 72E-79962-xx
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MC909X User Guide, p/n 72E-72215-xx
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MC909X Integrator Guide, p/n 72E-72216-xx
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Application Guide for Symbol Devices, p/n 72E-68901-xx
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Microsoft Applications for Windows Mobile 6 User Guide, p/n 72E-108299-xx
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Enterprise Mobility Developer Kit (EMDK) Help File, p/n 72E-38880-xx
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Enterprise Mobility Developer Kit for .NET, available at: http://www.zebra.com/support
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Enterprise Mobility Developer Kit for C, available at: http://www.zebra.com/support
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ActiveSync software, available at: http://www.microsoft.com
For the latest version of this guide and all guides, go to: http://www.zebra.com/support.

Service Information

If you have a problem with your equipment, contact Zebra Support for your region. Contact information is available at: http://www.zebra.com/support.
When contacting Zebra Support, please have the following information available:
•
Serial number of the unit
• Scanner serial numbers are located on the label under the top of the scanner
• Cradles serial numbers are located on the label on the bottom of the cradle
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Model number or product name
• Scanner model numbers are located on the label under the top of the scanner
• Cradle model numbers are located on the label on the bottom of the cradle
•
Software type and version number
• See About on page 4-4.
Zebra responds to calls by E-mail, telephone or fax within the time limits set forth in support agreements.
If your problem cannot be solved by Zebra Support, you may need to return your equipment for servicing and will be given specific directions. Zebra is not responsible for any damages incurred during shipment if the approved shipping container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the warranty.
If you purchased your Zebra business product from a Zebra business partner, contact that business partner for support.
Chapter 1 Getting Started

Introduction

This chapter lists the accessories for the MC9090-G RFID mobile computer and explains how to install and charge the batteries, replace the strap and start the mobile computer for the first time.
NOTE This MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement is intended as a supplement to the MC909X
Integrator Guide, p/n 72E-72216-xx. Procedures common to the MC909X series of products are
referenced to the MC909X Integrator Guide.

MC909X Integrator Guide

The MC909X Integrator Guide, p/n 72E-72216-xx, provides the following support information applicable to the MC9090-G RFID mobile computer:
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Accessories; describes the accessories available for the mobile computers and how to set up power
connections and battery charging capabilities, where applicable.
•
ActiveSync; provides instructions on installing ActiveSync and setting up a partnership between the mobile
computer and a host computer.
•
Wireless Applications; provides instructions using and configuring the mobile computer on a wireless
network.
•
Wireless Applications; describes how to configure the WLAN wireless connection.
•
Rapid Deployment Client; explains how to use the Rapid Deployment Client to facilitate software
downloads to the mobile computer from a Mobility Services Platform (MSP) Console FTP server.
•
AirBEAM Client; explains how to set up the mobile computer to synchronize with a server using the
AirBEAM® Client and AirBEAM Staging applications.
•
Application Deployment for Windows Mobile; provides instructions for installing the EMDK for C and
EMDK for .NET on the host computer.and downloading software and files to the mobile computer.
•
Maintenance & Troubleshooting; includes instructions on cleaning and storing the mobile computer, and
provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during mobile computer operation.
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Handstrap
Keypad
Indicator LED Bar Touch Screen
Microphone (Windows Mobile 6.1only)
Headphone Jack (Windows Mobile
6.1 only)
Scan Button
Power Button
Trigger

Unpacking the Mobile Computer

Carefully remove all protective material from around the mobile computer and save the shipping container for later storage and shipping.
Verify that all equipment listed below was received:
•
Mobile computer
•
Lithium-ion battery
•
Strap, attached to the mobile computer
•
Stylus, in the stylus silo
•
Regulatory Guide
•
Quick Start Guide (poster)
Inspect the equipment for damage. If any equipment is missing or damaged, contact the Symbol Technologies Support Center immediately. See page xii for contact information.
Figure 1-1
MC9090-G RFID Mobile Computer

Accessories

Table 1-1 lists the accessories available for the MC9090-G RFID.
Getting Started 1 - 3
Table 1-1
Cable Adapter Module (CAM)
Four Slot Charge Only Cradle
Four Slot Ethernet Cradle Charges the mobile computer main battery and synchronizes the mobile
Four Slot Spare Battery Charger
Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR)
Modem Module Enables data communication between the mobile computer and a host
MC9090-G RFID Accessories
Accessory Description
Snap-on required to connect the following cables to the mobile computer.
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AC line cord (country-specific) and power supply, charges the mobile computer.
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Auto charge cable, charges the mobile computer using a vehicle’s cigarette lighter.
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DEX cable, connects the mobile computer to a vending machine.
•
Serial cable, adds serial communication capabilities.
•
USB cable, adds USB communication capabilities.
•
Printer cable, adds printer communication capabilities.
Charges the mobile computer main battery.
computer with a host computer through an Ethernet connection.
Charges up to four mobile computer spare batteries.
Snaps on to the mobile computer and adds magstripe read capabilities.
computer, remotely through the phone lines, and synchronizes information between the mobile computer and a host computer.
Multimedia Card (MMC) Provides secondary non-volatile storage.
Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle
Software Enterprise Mobility Developer Kits available at:
Spare lithium-ion battery Replacement battery.
Stylus Performs pen functions.
Universal Battery Charger Adapter
Wall Mounting Bracket and Shelf Slide
Charges the mobile computer main battery and a spare battery. It also synchronizes the mobile computer with a host computer through either a serial or a USB connection.
Adapts the UBC for use with the Series 9000 batteries.
Use for wall mounting applications.
http://www.zebra.com/support
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Getting Started

In order to start using the mobile computer for the first time:
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Install the main battery
•
Charge the main battery and backup battery
•
Start the mobile computer
•
Configure the mobile computer
The main battery can be charged before or after it is installed. Use one of the spare battery chargers to charge the main battery (out of the mobile computer), or one of the cradles to charge the main battery installed in the mobile computer.

Installing and Removing the Main Battery

Installing the Main Battery

Before using the mobile computer, install a lithium-ion battery by sliding the battery into the mobile computer as shown in Figure 1-2.
NOTE Ensure the battery is fully inserted. Two audible clicks can be heard as the battery is fully inserted. A
partially inserted battery may result in unintentional data loss.
When a battery is fully inserted in a mobile computer for the first time, upon the mobile computer’s first power up, the device boots and powers on automatically.
Figure 1-2
Installing the Main Battery

Charging the Battery

Charging the Main Battery and Memory Backup Battery

Before using the mobile computer for the first time, charge the main battery until the amber charge indicator light remains lit (see Table 1-2 on page 1-6 for charge status indications). Charge time is less than four hours. The mobile computer can be charged using a cradle, the CAM with a charging cable, or the MSR with the appropriate power supply.
The mobile computer is equipped with a memory backup battery which automatically charges from the fully-charged main battery. When the mobile computer is used for the first time, the backup battery requires approximately 15 hours to fully charge. This is also true any time the backup battery is discharged, which occurs when the main battery is removed for several hours. The backup battery retains data in memory for at least 30 minutes when the mobile computer's main battery is removed. When the mobile computer reaches a very low battery state, the combination of main battery and backup battery retains data in memory for at least 72 hours.
NOTE Do not remove the main battery within the first 15 hours of use. If the main battery is removed before the backup battery
is fully charged, data may be lost.
Use the following to charge batteries:
Getting Started 1 - 5
•
Cradles: The mobile computer slips into the cradles for charging the battery in the mobile computer (and spare batteries, where applicable).
- Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle.
- Four Slot Ethernet Cradle and Four Slot Charge Only Cradles.
•
Accessories: The mobile computer’s snap-on accessories provide charging capability, when used with one of the accessory charging cables.
- CAM
- MSR.
•
Chargers: The mobile computer’s spare battery charging accessories are used to charge batteries that are removed from the mobile computer.
- Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle
- Four Slot Spare Battery Charger
- Universal Battery Charger (UBC).
NOTE To achieve the best battery life in mobile computers with multiple radios, turn off the radios that are not
being used. This can be accomplished via the SetDevicePower() API (refer to the EMDK Help File for Symbol Mobile Computers) or via the Control Panel application (tap Start > 9000 Demo > Ctl Panel icon).
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Charging the Main Battery

Charge the main battery in the mobile computer using a cradle, the CAM with a charging cable, or the MSR with the appropriate power supply.
1. Ensure the accessory used to charge the main battery is connected to the appropriate power source (see
Chapter 2, Accessories for setup information).
2. Insert the mobile computer into a cradle or attach the appropriate snap-on module.
3. The mobile computer starts to charge automatically. The amber charge LED, in the Indicator LED Bar, lights to
show the charge status. See Table 1-2 for charging indications.
The main battery usually fully charges in less than four hours.
Table 1-2
Off Mobile computer not in cradle or the mobile computer is not attached to the CAM or
Fast Blinking Amber Error in charging; check placement of the mobile computer.
Slow Blinking Amber Mobile computer is charging.
Solid Amber Charging complete.
Mobile Computer LED Charge Indicators
LED Indication
MSR. Mobile computer not placed correctly. Charger is not powered.

Charging Spare Batteries

Primary Battery Releases
Secondary Battery
Release
Use the following three accessories to charge spare batteries:
•
Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle
•
Four Slot Spare Battery Charger
•
UBC Adapter.
To charge a spare battery:
1. Ensure the accessory used to charge the spare battery is connected to the appropriate power source (see
Chapter 2, Accessories for setup information).
2. Insert the spare battery into the accessory’s spare battery charging slot with the charging contacts facing down
(over the charging pins) and gently press down on the battery to ensure proper contact.
3. The battery starts to charge automatically. The amber charge LED on the accessory lights to show the charge
status. See Chapter 2, Accessories for charging indications for the accessory.
The battery usually fully charges in less than four hours.
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Removing the Main Battery

To remove the main battery:
1. Prior to removing the battery, press the red Power button to place the mobile computer in the suspend mode.
2. Simultaneously press both primary battery releases. The battery partially ejects from the mobile computer.
3. Pause 3-4 seconds while the mobile computer performs battery removal shutdown.
4. Press the secondary battery release, on top of the battery, and slide the battery out of the mobile computer.
Figure 1-3
Removing the Main Battery
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Starting the Mobile Computer

Press the red Power button to turn on the mobile computer. If the mobile computer does not power on, perform a cold boot. See Performing a Cold Boot on page 1-9.
NOTE When a battery is fully inserted in a mobile computer for the first time, upon the first power up, the device
boots and powers on automatically.
When the mobile computer is powered on for the first time, it initializes its system. The Symbol splash screen (Figure 1-4) appears for a short period of time.
Figure 1-4
Symbol Splash Window
Calibrating the Screen
To calibrate the screen so the cursor on the touch screen aligns with the tip of the stylus:
1. Using the stylus carefully press and briefly hold the tip of stylus on the center of each target that appears on the
screen.
NOTE To re-calibrate the screen at anytime, press the blue FUNC and ESC keys on the mobile computer to
launch the calibration screen application.
2. Repeat as the target moves around the screen or press ESC to cancel.

Checking Battery Status

To check whether the main battery or backup battery in the mobile computer is charged, tap Start - Settings ­System Tab - Power icon to display the Battery Status window.
To save battery power, set the mobile computer to turn off after a specified number of minutes.

Configuring the Mobile Computer

•
To customize the mobile computer settings, refer to the Microsoft Applications for Symbol Devices User Guide.
•
To set up ActiveSync to synchronize the mobile computer with the host computer, refer to the MC909X Integrator Guide
•
To configure the mobile computer for WLAN network, refer to the MC909X Integrator Guide, p/n 72E-72216-xx.
•
To configure the mobile computer using the Rapid Deployment Client, refer to the MC909X Integrator Guide,
p/n 72E-72216-xx
•
To set up AirBEAM to synchronize the mobile computer with the host server, refer to the MC909X Integrator
, p/n 72E-72216-xx.
Guide
•
To install development software on the development PC, see Chapter 3, Application Deployment for Mobile
6.1 and refer to the MC909X Integrator Guide
, p/n 72E-72216-xx.
.

Resetting the Mobile Computer

Getting Started 1 - 9
, p/n 72E-72216-xx.
If the mobile computer stops responding to input, reset it. There are two reset functions, warm boot and cold boot. A warm boot restarts the mobile computer by closing all running programs.
A cold boot also restarts the mobile computer, but erases all stored records and entries in RAM. Data saved in flash memory or a memory card is not lost. In addition it returns formats, preferences and other settings to the factory default settings.
Perform a warm boot first. This restarts the mobile computer and saves all stored records and entries. If the mobile computer still does not respond, perform a cold boot.

Performing a Warm Boot

Hold down the Power button for approximately five seconds. As soon as the mobile computer starts to perform a warm boot release the Power button.

Performing a Cold Boot

A cold boot restarts the mobile computer and erases all user stored records and entries that are not saved in flash memory (Application and Platform folders) or a memory card. Never perform a cold boot unless a warm boot does
not solve the problem.
CAUTION Do not hold down any key, button or the trigger, other than the Power button during a reset.
Performing a cold boot restores formats, preferences and other settings to the default settings.
NOTE Any data previously synchronized with a computer can be restored during the next ActiveSync operation.
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To perform a cold boot:
1. Press the primary battery release on the mobile computer to partially eject the battery from the mobile
computer.
2. On an MC9090-G, while the battery is partially released, simultaneously press and release the trigger and the
Power button.
3. Push the battery to fully re-insert it in the mobile computer. One audible click can be heard as the battery is fully
inserted.
4. The mobile computer initializes.

Performing a Clean Boot

CAUTION A clean boot should only be performed by an authorized system administrator.
The mobile computer must be connected to AC power during a clean boot. Removing AC power from the mobile computer during a clean boot may render the mobile computer inoperable.
A clean boot resets the mobile computer to the factory default settings. All data is the Application folder is retained. The Clean Boot Package file must be downloaded from the Symbol Support Central and installed on the mobile computer before performing a clean boot.
To perform a clean boot:
1. Download the Clean Boot Package from the Symbol Support Central. Follow the instructions included in the
package for installing the package onto the mobile computer.
2. The mobile computer updates and then re-boots.
3. The calibration screen appears.

Battery Management

Battery Saving Tips

•
Leave the mobile computer connected to AC power at all times when not in use.
•
Set the mobile computer to turn off after a short period of non-use.
•
Set the display and keyboard backlight to turn off after a short period of non-use.
•
Turn off all wireless radio activity when not in use.
•
Power off the mobile computer when charging to charge at a faster rate.
Changing the Power Settings
To set the mobile computer to turn off after a short period of non-use:
1. On devices with Windows Mobile 6.1, tap Start > Settings > System tab > Power icon > Advanced tab.
2. Select the On battery power: Turn off device if not used for: check box and select a value from the drop-down list
box.
3. Ta p OK.

Changing the Display Backlight Settings

To change the display backlight settings in order to conserve more battery power:
1. On devices with Windows Mobile 6.1, tap Start > Settings > System tab > Backlight icon > Battery Power tab.
2. Select the On battery power: Disable backlight if not used for: check box and select a value from the drop-down
list box.
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3. Tap the Brightness tab.
4. Tap the Disable backlight check box to completely turn off the display backlight.
5. Use the slider to set the brightness of the backlight. Set it to a low value to save battery power.
6. Ta p OK.
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Changing the Keypad Backlight Settings

To change the keypad backlight settings in order to conserve more battery power:
1. On devices with Windows Mobile 6.1, tap Start > Settings > System tab > Keylight icon > Battery Power tab.
2. Select the On battery power: Disable keylight if not used for: check box and select a value from the drop-down
list box.
3. Tap the Advanced tab.
4. Tap the Disable keylight check box to completely turn off the display backlight.
5. Ta p OK.

Turning the Radios Off

WLAN Radio on Windows Mobile 6.1

To turn off the WLAN radio tap the Signal Strength icon and select Disable Radio. A red X appears across the icon indicating that the radio is disabled (off).
To turn the radio back on, tap the indicating that the radio is enabled (on).
The MC909X Integrator Guide, p/n 72E-72216-xx, provides the wireless applications support information applicable to the MC9090-G RFID mobile computer.
Signal Strength icon and select Enable Radio. The red X disappears from the icon

Bluetooth and WAN Radios on Windows Mobile 6.1

NOTE The Flight Mode feature only turns off the WAN and Bluetooth radios. The WLAN radio must be turned off
separately.
To turn off the Bluetooth and WAN radios:
Tap th e
Turn On Flight Mode.
To turn off the Bluetooth and WAN radios, tap the
Antenna/Signal icon (on WAN devices) and select Turn On Flight Mode.
The MC909X User Guide, p/n 72E-72215-xx, provides the Bluetooth support information applicable to the MC9090-G RFID mobile computer.
Connectivity icon (on non-WAN devices) or the Antenna/Signal icon (on WAN devices) and select
Connectivity icon (on non-WAN devices) or the

Wireless Applications

Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) allow mobile computers to communicate wirelessly and send captured data to a host device in real time. Before using the mobile computer on a WLAN, the facility must be set up with the required hardware to run the wireless LAN and the mobile computer must be configured. Refer to the documentation provided with the access points (APs) for instructions on setting up the hardware.
To configure the mobile computer, a set of wireless applications provide the tools to configure and test the wireless radio in the mobile computer. The applications:
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Wireless Status
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Wireless Diagnostics
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Find WLANs
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Manage Profiles
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Options
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Enable/Disable Radio
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Wireless Application menu on the task tray provides the following wireless
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Log On/Off
Tap the
Figure 1-5
The MC909X Integrator Guide, p/n 72E-72216-xx, provides the wireless applications support information applicable to the MC9090-G RFID mobile computer.
Signal Strength icon to display the Wireless Applications menu.
Wireless Applications Menu
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ActiveSync

To communicate with various host devices, install Microsoft ActiveSync (version 4.1 or higher) on the host computer. Use ActiveSync to synchronize information on the mobile computer with information on the host computer. Changes made on the mobile computer or host computer appear in both places after synchronization.
ActiveSync software:
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Allows working with mobile computer-compatible host applications on the host computer. ActiveSync replicates data from the mobile computer so the host application can view, enter, and modify data on the mobile computer.
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Synchronizes files between the mobile computer and host computer, converting the files to the correct format.
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Backs up the data stored on the mobile computer. Synchronization is a one-step procedure that ensures the data is always safe and up-to-date.
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Copies (rather than synchronizes) files between the mobile computer and host computer.
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Controls when synchronization occurs by selecting a synchronization mode, e.g., set to synchronize continually while the mobile computer is connected to the host computer, or set to only synchronize on command.
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Selects the types of information to synchronize and control how much data is synchronized.
The MC909X Integrator Guide, p/n 72E-72216-xx, provides the ActiveSync support information applicable to the MC9090-G RFID mobile computer.
Chapter 2 Accessories

Introduction

The series 9000 accessories provide a wide variety of product support capabilities. Accessories include cradles, keypads, Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR) and Cable Adapter Module (CAM) snap-on, four slot spare battery charger, headphone, Multimedia Card (MMC), Secure Device (SD) card, Universal Battery Charger (UBC) adapter, wall mounting bracket and shelf slide.

Keypads

The mobile computer has interchangeable modular keypads. However, only the 53-Key RFID keypad can be used with the MC9090-G RFID mobile computer. The modular keypad can be changed in the field as necessary. The MC909X Integrator Guide, p/n 72E-72216-xx, provides the keypad support information applicable to the MC9090-G RFID mobile computer:
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53-key RFID keypad

Cradles

The MC909X Integrator Guide, p/n 72E-72216-xx, provides the cradle support information applicable to the MC9090-G RFID mobile computer:
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Single Slot Serial/USB cradle charges the mobile computer main battery and a spare battery. It also synchronizes the mobile computer with a host computer through either a serial or a USB connection.
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Four Slot Charge Only cradle charges the mobile computer main battery.
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Four Slot Ethernet cradle charges the mobile computer main battery and synchronizes the mobile computer with a host computer through an Ethernet connection.
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Miscellaneous

The MC909X Integrator Guide, p/n 72E-72216-xx, provides the miscellaneous support information applicable to the MC9090-G RFID mobile computer:
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Four Slot Spare Battery Charger charges up to four mobile computer spare batteries.
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Headphone can be used in noisy environments.
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Modem Module enables data communication between the mobile computer and a host computer, remotely through the phone lines, and synchronizes information between the mobile computer and a host computer.
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Multimedia Card (MMC) provides secondary non-volatile storage. (An SD card may also be used.)
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UBC adapter adapts the UBC for use with the MC9000 batteries.
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Wall Mounting Bracket and Shelf Slide can be used for wall mounting applications.

Snap-on Modules

The MC909X Integrator Guide, p/n 72E-72216-xx, provides the snap-on module support information applicable to the MC9090-G RFID mobile computer:
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MSR connects on to the mobile computer and adds magstripe read capabilities.
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CAM connects on to the mobile computer and is used to connect cables to the mobile computer.
Both of the snap-on modules use the cables listed below:
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AC line cord (country-specific) and power supply, charges the mobile computer.
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Auto charge cable, charges the mobile computer using a vehicle cigarette lighter.
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DEX cable, connects the mobile computer to a vending machine.
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Serial cable, adds serial communication capabilities.
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USB cable, adds USB communication capabilities.
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Printer cable, adds printer communication capabilities.
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