Symbol Technologies MC50 User Manual

MC50

User Guide

72-68195-02 Revision A

March 2005

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Contents

About This Guide

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix

MC50 Documentation Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix

Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-x

Chapter Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x

Notational Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x

Related Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x

Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi

Symbol Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi

Chapter 1. Getting Started

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

Parts of the Mobile Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Getting Started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Installing the Main Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Charging the Mobile Computer Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Charging the Main Battery and Memory Backup Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Using the Single Slot Cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Using the Four Slot Cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7

Using the CAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Calibrating the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Starting the Mobile Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Calibrating the Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Setting Time and Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

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Checking Battery Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-11

Attaching the Handstrap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-12

Magnetic Stripe Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-13

Attaching the MSR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-13

Using the MSR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-13

Installing a Secure Digital Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-14

Chapter 2. Operating the MC50

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Using the Function Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

Using the Stylus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

Using the Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4

Navigation Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4

QWERTY Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5

Special Character Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8

Key Mode Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10

Entering Information Using the QWERTY Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12

LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12

Beeper Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13

Data Capture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14

Scanning Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14

Linear Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17

Imager Scanning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17

Image Capture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18

Resetting the Mobile Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19

Performing a Soft Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19

Performing a Hard Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19

Infrared Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19

Sending Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19

Receiving Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-21

Chapter 3. Accessories

	Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . 3-3
	Cradles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .3-3
	Miscellaneous . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .3-3
	Snap-on Modules . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .3-3
	Headset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .3-4
	Multi Media Card (MMC) / Secure Device (SD) Card . . . . . .		. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .3-4
	Single Slot USB Cradle . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .3-6
	Charging the Mobile Computer Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .3-6
	Charging the Spare Batter-18(3)-1(-4)]agu5erepare Battd36.4819 -1.40359 Td [ M01 Tc -0.00011 Tw -29.80119 -1.40359 5.M1ueing th840e . . . . . . . . . . .
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Four Slot Spare Battery Charger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10

Spare Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10

Battery Charging Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10

Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11

Attaching and Removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11

Using the MSR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11

Cable Adapter Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-13

Attaching and Removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-13

Battery Charging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-14

USB Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-14

Universal Battery Charger (UBC) Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-16

Battery Insertion and Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-16

Battery Charging Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-16

Chapter 4. Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Maintaining the MC50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4

Appendix A. Technical Specifications

MC50 Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-3

MC50 Accessory Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-6

Glossary

Index

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About This Guide

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix

MC50 Documentation Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix

Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x Chapter Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x Notational Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x Related Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi

Symbol Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi

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Introduction

This User Guide provides information on operating the MC50 series of mobile computers.

MC50 Documentation Set

The end-user documentation for the MC50 is divided into separate guide that discuss information for specific types of users.

•Microsoft® Applications User Guide for Symbol Devices - describes how to use Microsoft developed applications.

•Symbol Application Guide - describes how to use Symbol developed sample applications.

•MC50 User Guide - provides information on how to use the MC50.

•MC50 Integrator Guide - provides information on how to set up the MC50 product accessories and how to install software.

•SMDK Help File - provides API information for writing applications for the MC50.

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Configurations

Depending on device configuration, the MC50 includes the following features:

•Operating System: Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition for Pocket PC

•Memory Configuration: 64 MB ROM/64 MB RAM

•Display: 3.5” QVGA transflective color touchscreen

•Keypads: Navigation (PDA-style) or QWERTY

•Data Capture: 1-dimensional bar code scanning via linear CMOS, 1-dimensional or 2-dimensional bar code imaging, or image capture via camera

•Radio: Wireless LAN (WLAN)

Chapter Descriptions

Topics covered in this guide are as follows:

•Chapter 1, Getting Started lists the parts and accessories for the mobile computer and explains how to install and charge the batteries, replace the strap, and start the mobile computer for the first time.

•Chapter 2, Operating the MC50 provides basic instructions for using and navigating the mobile computer.

•Chapter 3, Accessories describes the accessories available for the mobile computer.

•Chapter 4, Maintenance and Troubleshooting includes instructions on cleaning and storing the mobile computer, and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during mobile computer operation.

•Appendix A, Technical Specifications provides the technical specifications for the mobile computer.

Notational Conventions

The following conventions are used in this document:

•italics are used to highlight specific items in the general text, and to identify chapters and sections in this and related documents.

•bullets (•) indicate:

•action items

•lists of alternatives

•lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential

•sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-step procedures) appear as numbered lists.

Related Documents

•MC50 Quick Start Guide, p/n 72-67793-xx

•MC50 Regulatory Guide, p/n 72-67863-xx

•MC50 Integrator Guide, p/n 72-68196-xx

•Microsoft® Applications User Guide for Symbol Devices, p/n 72-68197-xx

•Symbol Application Guide, p/n 72-65258-xx

•Symbol Mobility Developer Kit for eMbedded Visual C++ v4.0 (SMDK for eVC4), available at: http://devzone.symbol.com/

•MC50 Device Configuration Package (DCP), available at: http://devzone.symbol.com/.

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Service Information

If you have a problem with your equipment, contact the Symbol Support Center for your region. See page xi for contact information. Before calling, have the model number, serial number, and several of your bar code symbols at hand.

Call the Support Center from a phone near the scanning equipment so that the service person can try to talk you through your problem. If the equipment is found to be working properly and the problem is symbol readability, the Support Center will request samples of your bar codes for analysis at our plant.

If your problem cannot be solved over the phone, you may need to return your equipment for servicing. If that is necessary, you will be given specific directions.

Symbol Technologies 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 the original shipping container was not kept, contact Symbol to have another sent to you.

Symbol Support Center

For service information, warranty information or technical assistance contact or call the Symbol Support Center in:

United States	Canada	United Kingdom
Symbol Technologies, Inc.	Symbol Technologies Canada, Inc.	Symbol Technologies
One Symbol Plaza	5180 Orbitor Drive	Symbol Place
Holtsville, New York 11742-1300	Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4W 5L9	Winnersh Triangle, Berkshire RG41 5TP
1-800-653-5350	1-866-416-8545 (Inside Canada)	United Kingdom
	905-629-7226 (Outside Canada)	0800 328 2424 (Inside UK)
		[phone] (Outside UK)

Asia/Pacific	Australia	Austria/Österreich
Symbol Technologies Asia, Inc. (Singapore	Symbol Technologies Pty. Ltd.	Symbol Technologies Austria GmbH
Branch)	432 St. Kilda Road	Prinz-Eugen Strasse 70 / 2.Haus
230 Victoria Street #05-07/09	Melbourne, Victoria 3004	1040 Vienna, Austria
Bugis Junction Office Tower	1-800-672-906 (Inside Australia)	01-5055794-0 (Inside Austria)
Singapore 188024	[phone] (Outside Australia)	[phone] (Outside Austria)
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Denmark/Danmark	Europe/Mid-East Distributor Operations	Finland/Suomi
Symbol Technologies AS	Contact your local distributor or call	Oy Symbol Technologies
Dr. Neergaardsvej 3	[phone]	Kaupintie 8 A 6
2970 Hørsholm		FIN-00440 Helsinki, Finland
7020-1718 (Inside Denmark)		9 5407 580 (Inside Finland)
[phone] (Outside Denmark)		[phone] (Outside Finland)

France	Germany/Deutschland	Italy/Italia
Symbol Technologies France	Symbol Technologies GmbH	Symbol Technologies Italia S.R.L.
Centre d'Affaire d'Antony	Waldstrasse 66	Via Cristoforo Columbo, 49
3 Rue de la Renaissance	D-63128 Dietzenbach, Germany	20090 Trezzano S/N Navigilo
92184 Antony Cedex, France	6074-49020 (Inside Germany)	Milano, Italy
01-40-96-52-21 (Inside France)	[phone] (Outside Germany)	2-484441 (Inside Italy)
[phone] (Outside France)		[phone] (Outside Italy)

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Latin America Sales Support	Mexico/México	Netherlands/Nederland
2730 University Dr.	Symbol Technologies Mexico Ltd.	Symbol Technologies
Coral Springs, FL 33065 USA	Torre Picasso	Kerkplein 2, 7051 CX
1-800-347-0178 (Inside United States)	Boulevard Manuel Avila Camacho No 88	Postbus 24 7050 AA
[phone] (Outside United States)	Lomas de Chapultepec CP 11000	Varsseveld, Netherlands
954-340-9454 (Fax)	Mexico City, DF, Mexico	315-271700 (Inside Netherlands)
	5-520-1835 (Inside Mexico)	[phone] (Outside Netherlands)
	[phone] (Outside Mexico)

Norway/Norge	South Africa	Spain/España
Symbol’s registered and mailing address:	Symbol Technologies Africa Inc.	Symbol Technologies S.L.
Symbol Technologies Norway	Block B2	Avenida de Bruselas, 22
Hoybratenveien 35 C	Rutherford Estate	Edificio Sauce
N-1055 OSLO, Norway	1 Scott Street	Alcobendas, Madrid 28108
	Waverly 2090 Johannesburg	Spain
Symbol’s repair depot and shipping address:	Republic of South Africa	91 324 40 00 (Inside Spain)
Symbol Technologies Norway	11-809 5311 (Inside South Africa)	[phone] (Outside Spain)
Enebakkveien 123	[phone] (Outside South Africa)	Fax: [phone]
N-0680 OSLO, Norway
[phone]
Sweden/Sverige
“Letter” address:
Symbol Technologies AB
Box 1354
S-171 26 SOLNA
Sweden
Visit/shipping address:
Symbol Technologies AB
Solna Strandväg 78
S-171 54 SOLNA
Sweden
Switchboard: 08 445 29 00 (domestic)
Call Center: [phone] (international)
Support E-Mail:
[e-mail]

If you purchased your Symbol product from a Symbol Business Partner, contact that Business Partner for service.

For the latest version of this guide go to:http://www.symbol.com/manuals.

Getting Started

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

Parts of the Mobile Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Getting Started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Installing the Main Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Charging the Mobile Computer Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Charging the Main Battery and Memory Backup Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Using the Single Slot Cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Using the Four Slot Cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7

Using the CAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Calibrating the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Starting the Mobile Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Calibrating the Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Setting Time and Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

Checking Battery Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

Attaching the Handstrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12

Magnetic Stripe Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

Attaching the MSR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

Using the MSR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

Installing a Secure Digital Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-14

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Introduction

This chapter lists the parts and accessories for the mobile computer and explains how to install and charge the batteries, replace the strap, and start the mobile computer for the first time.

Parts of the Mobile Computer

Figure 1-1. Parts of the MC50

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Accessories

Table 1-1 lists the accessories available for the MC50 mobile computers.

	Table 1-1. Accessories
Accessory	Description
Standard battery	Spare 3.7V 1560 mAh lithium-ion battery.
Extended capacity battery	Spare 3.7V 3600 mAh lithium-ion battery.
Stylus	Performs pen functions.
Soft case	Protective case for the mobile computer.
Rigid case	Provides added protection for the mobile computer.
Hand strap	Slips around hand for convenient carrying.
AC adapter cable	Connects to the mobile computer for charging.
Power supply	Connects to the single slot or four slot cradle to charge the mobile computer.
Headset	For audio playback in noisy environments.
Single Slot Cradle	Charges the mobile computer and synchronizes the mobile computer with a host computer through a USB connection.
Four Slot USB Cradle	Charges up to four mobile computers and synchronizes the mobile computers with a host computer through a USB
	connection.
Four Slot Ethernet Cradle	Charges up to four mobile computers, synchronizes the mobile computer with a host computer through an Ethernet
	connection, and networks the mobile computer via an Ethernet hub.
Four Slot Battery Charger	Charges up to four spare batteries.
Universal Battery Charger (UBC) Adapter	Charges up to four spare batteries.
Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR)	Snaps on to the mobile computer to add magstripe capabilities.
Cable Adapter Module (CAM)	Connects to the mobile computer to accommodate data communication and power supply attachment.
Communication cable	Connects to the CAM or single slot cradle for data communication between the mobile computer and a host computer.
Auto charge cable	Used with the CAM to charge the mobile computer using a vehicle’s power port.

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Getting Started

In order to start using the mobile computer for the first time:

•install the main battery

•charge the main battery and backup battery

•start the mobile computer.

Installing the Main Battery

Before using the mobile computer, install a lithium-ion battery:

1.Using the stylus, slide the Battery Lock Switch to the left to unlock it. A red dot appears on the switch.

2.Insert the main battery into the back of the mobile computer as shown below.

3.Press the main battery down into the back of the mobile computer until the battery release slides into place.

Figure 1-2. Inserting the Main Battery

Ensure the battery is positioned correctly. The battery charging contacts should be placed on top of the

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Charging the Mobile Computer Battery

Charging the Main Battery and Memory Backup Battery

Before using the mobile computer for the first time, charge the main battery in the mobile computer for 24 hours, using a cradle or by connecting the power supply to the Cable Adapter Module (CAM).

To ensure the quickest charging time, turn the mobile computer off while charging.

The mobile computer is equipped with a memory backup battery which automatically charges from the fully-charged lithium-ion battery. This backup battery retains data in memory when the mobile computer’s battery is removed. When first using the mobile computer, it takes about 24 hours to charge the backup battery from the main battery.

Removing the lithium-ion battery before the backup battery is fully charged risks data loss. DO NOT remove the battery within the first 24 hours of use.

Using the Single Slot Cradle

1.Connect the cradle to a power source. Refer to the MC50 Integrator Guide for more information on setting up the Single Slot Cradle.

2.Insert the mobile computer into the cradle to begin charging.

Figure 1-3. Charging in the Single Slot Serial Cradle

The main battery can be charged using the USB connection to a host computer without a power supply. The mobile computer must be on when charging through the USB connection.

The standard battery fully charges in approximately 3.5 hours and the extended capacity battery fully charges in approximately seven hours.

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Table 1-2. Mobile Computer LED Indicators

LED	Indication
LED 1
Solid Amber	Charging main battery.
Flashing Amber	Error in charging; check cable connections.
Solid Green	Main battery in mobile computer is fully charged.

Table 1-3. Single Slot Cradle Spare Battery Charging LED Indicators

LED	Indication
Off	No spare battery in slot; spare battery not placed correctly or
	cradle is not powered.
Solid Amber	Spare battery is charging.
Flashing Amber	Error in charging; check placement of spare battery.
Solid Green	Spare battery is fully charged.

Using the Four Slot Cradle

To charge the mobile computer’s battery using the Four Slot USB or Ethernet Cradle:

1.Connect the cradle to a power source. Refer to the MC50 Integrator Guide for more information on setting up the Four Slot Cradle.

2.Insert the mobile computer(s) into the cradle to begin charging.

Figure 1-4. Inserting the Mobile Computer(s) into the Four Slot Cradle

The standard battery fully charges in approximately 3.5 hours and the extended capacity battery fully charges in approximately seven hours. See Table 1-2 on page 1-7 for mobile computer charging indications.

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Using the CAM

To charge the mobile computer’s battery using the CAM:

1.Attach the CAM to the bottom of the mobile computer.

2.Plug the power connector into the power port, and the other end to a power source.

CAM

Power Supply

Figure 1-5. Charging using the CAM

The standard battery fully charges in approximately 3.5 hours and the extended capacity battery fully charges in approximately seven hours. See Table 1-2 on page 1-7 for mobile computer charging indications.

Calibrating the Battery

The MC50 battery requires periodic calibration to maintain an accurate calibration of the battery's gas gauge. To calibrate the battery, deplete the battery completely from a full charge condition. Symbol recommends performing this once a week.

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Starting the Mobile Computer

Press the Power button to turn on the mobile computer. If the mobile computer does not power on, perform a hard reset. See Resetting the Mobile Computer on page 2-19.

When turning the mobile computer on for the first time, the mobile computer initializes its Flash File system, the Symbol splash screen displays for about a minute followed by the calibration window. Note that these windows also appear upon every hard reset.

Calibrating the Screen

To calibrate the screen so the cursor on the touch screen aligns with the tip of the stylus:

1.Remove the stylus from its storage silo on the back of the mobile computer.

2.Tap the Windows Mobile screen.

3.Carefully press and briefly hold the tip of stylus on the center of each target that appears on the screen.

Figure 1-6. Align Screen

4. Follow the directions on the screen for a simple exercise illustrating how to use the stylus and pop-up menus.

Figure 1-7. Using Pop-up Menus

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5. Use the drop-down list to set the time zone, and tap Next.

Figure 1-8. Setting Time Zone

6. Tap the Complete screen to complete the initial setup. The Today screen appears.

Figure 1-9. Today Screen

These initial setup screens appear upon each hard reset.

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Setting Time and Date

The Time and Date window does not appear after setting the time zone. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Clock and Alarms icon to use the clock control panel applet to set the time and date after a hard reset.

Figure 1-10. Setting Time and Date

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.

Figure 1-11. Battery Status Window

To save battery power, set the mobile computer to turn off after a specified number of minutes.

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Attaching the Handstrap

The mobile computer has a handstrap which increases comfort when holding the mobile computer for extended periods of time. To attach the handstrap:

1.Feed the loop through the handstrap tether.

2.Feed the other end of the handstrap through the loop.

3.Pull the handstrap until the loop is secure.

4.Connect the other end of the handstrap to the handstrap clip at the bottom of the mobile computer.

Figure 1-12. Handstrap Installation

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Magnetic Stripe Reader

The snap-on Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR) allows easy data capture with the swipe of a magnetic stripe card. The MSR snaps easily on to the bottom of the mobile computer and can be removed when not in use.

Attaching the MSR

To attach the MSR, slide the MSR onto the bottom of the mobile computer, and secure by pressing the arms into the mobile computer.

Figure 1-13. MSR Installation

To remove the MSR, open the arms from the MSR, and pull the MSR from the mobile computer.

Using the MSR

To use the MSR, the mobile computer must have an application installed which accepts magnetic stripe data. The MC50 has a mobile computer sample application installed which can be used to access data acquired by the MSR. Start the sample application. Swipe

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the magnetic stripe card through the reader, ensuring the magnetic stripe on the card is positioned as shown. Data encoded on the magnetic stripe displays in the mobile computer window.

Figure 1-14. Swiping a Card

The card may be swiped in either direction, from left to right, or from right to left. For best results, gently press down on the card while swiping to ensure contact with the bottom of the reader.

Installing a Secure Digital Card

Use Secure Digital (SD) memory cards to save or back up data.

To install an SD memory card:

1.Power off the mobile computer.

2.Remove the screw securing SD cover and lift the cover out of the slot.

3.If a card is already installed, press the card in to release it, and then remove it.

Figure 1-15. SD Card Installation

4. Ensure that the card is oriented correctly, and slide it into the slot until you feel a click.

Do not force the card. If you feel resistance, remove the card, check the orientation, and reinsert it.

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5.Replace the SD cover and secure with the screw.

6.See the documentation that came with the card for information on using the card.

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