Symbol Technologies MC5574A, MC5574 User Manual
MC55 Enterprise Digital Assistant
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User Guide
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MC55 Enterprise Digital Assistant
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User Guide
72E-108859-01
Rev. 060608
June 2008
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Table of Content
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Patents.................................................................................................................................................. ii
Revision History.................................................................................................................................... iii
About This Guide
Introduction........................................................................................................................................... 7
Documentation Set 7
Configurations....................................................................................................................................... 8
Software Versions 8
Chapter Descriptions............................................................................................................................ 11
Notational Conventions......................................................................................................................... 11
Related Documents.............................................................................................................................. 11
Service Information............................................................................................................................... 12
Chapter 1: Getting Started
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Unpacking ............................................................................................................................................ 1-2
Accessories ......................................................................................................................................... 1-4
Getting Started ..................................................................................................................................... 1-5
Installing the SIM Card ................................................................................................................... 1-5
Installing the Main Battery .............................................................................................................. 1-6
Charging the Battery ...................................................................................................................... 1-7
Charging the Main Battery and Memory Backup Battery ......................................................... 1-7
Charging Spare Batteries ......................................................................................................... 1-8
Charging Temperature ............................................................................................................. 1-8
Powering On the MC55 .................................................................................................................. 1-9
Calibrating the Screen ................................................................................................................... 1-9
Checking Battery Status ................................................................................................................ 1-9
Micro Secure Digital (microSD) Card ................................................................................................... 1-10
Adjusting the Handstrap ...................................................................................................................... 1-10
Removing the Screen Protector ........................................................................................................... 1-11
Replacing the Main Battery .................................................................................................................. 1-12
Battery Management ........................................................................................................................... 1-13
Changing the Power Settings ........................................................................................................ 1-13
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Changing the Backlight Settings .................................................................................................... 1-13
Changing the Keypad Backlight Settings ....................................................................................... 1-13
Turning Off the Radios ................................................................................................................... 1-14
Chapter 2: Using the MC55
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 2-1
Today Screen ...................................................................................................................................... 2-1
Status Icons ......................................................................................................................................... 2-2
Programs ............................................................................................................................................. 2-4
Settings ................................................................................................................................................ 2-6
Adjusting Volume ................................................................................................................................. 2-9
Battery Status Indications .................................................................................................................... 2-9
Battery Reserve Options ................................................................................................................ 2-10
Main Battery Temperature Notifications ......................................................................................... 2-11
LED Indicators ..................................................................................................................................... 2-12
Resetting the MC55 ............................................................................................................................. 2-13
Performing a Warm Boot ............................................................................................................... 2-13
Performing a Cold Boot .................................................................................................................. 2-13
Waking the MC55 ................................................................................................................................ 2-13
Locking the MC55 ................................................................................................................................ 2-14
Keypads ............................................................................................................................................... 2-15
Numeric Keypad Configuration ...................................................................................................... 2-15
Alpha-numeric Keypad Configurations .......................................................................................... 2-18
PIM Keypad Configuration ............................................................................................................. 2-25
Special Character Key ............................................................................................................. 2-28
Function Buttons .................................................................................................................................. 2-30
Stylus ................................................................................................................................................... 2-30
Entering Data ....................................................................................................................................... 2-31
Data Capture ....................................................................................................................................... 2-32
Linear Scanning ............................................................................................................................. 2-32
Imaging .......................................................................................................................................... 2-32
Operational Modes ................................................................................................................... 2-32
Digital Camera ............................................................................................................................... 2-33
Scanning Considerations ............................................................................................................... 2-33
Linear Scanning ............................................................................................................................. 2-33
Imager Scanning ............................................................................................................................ 2-34
Digital Camera Scanning ............................................................................................................... 2-35
Taking Photos ...................................................................................................................................... 2-36
Recording Video .................................................................................................................................. 2-36
Viewing Photos and Videos ................................................................................................................. 2-37
Using IrDA ........................................................................................................................................... 2-37
Infrared Connection ....................................................................................................................... 2-38
Exchanging Files using IR Connection .................................................................................... 2-38
Chapter 3: Using GPS Navigation
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 3-1
Software Installation ............................................................................................................................ 3-1
MC55 GPS Setup ................................................................................................................................ 3-1
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Operation ............................................................................................................................................. 3-2
GPS Maps on microSD Cards ....................................................................................................... 3-2
Answering a Phone Call While Using GPS .................................................................................... 3-2
Losing the GPS Signal While in a Vehicle ..................................................................................... 3-2
Assisted GPS ....................................................................................................................................... 3-2
Chapter 4: Using Bluetooth
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 4-1
Adaptive Frequency Hopping .............................................................................................................. 4-1
Security ................................................................................................................................................ 4-2
Turning the Bluetooth Radio Mode On and Off ................................................................................... 4-3
Disabling Bluetooth ........................................................................................................................ 4-3
Enabling Bluetooth ......................................................................................................................... 4-3
Bluetooth Power States ................................................................................................................. 4-4
Cold Boot ................................................................................................................................. 4-4
Warm Boot ............................................................................................................................... 4-4
Suspend ................................................................................................................................... 4-4
Resume .................................................................................................................................... 4-4
Modes .................................................................................................................................................. 4-4
Wizard Mode .................................................................................................................................. 4-4
Explorer Mode ................................................................................................................................ 4-4
Discovering Bluetooth Device(s) .......................................................................................................... 4-6
Available Services ............................................................................................................................... 4-9
File Transfer Services .................................................................................................................... 4-9
Creating a New File or Folder .................................................................................................. 4-10
Deleting a File .......................................................................................................................... 4-11
Getting a File ............................................................................................................................ 4-11
Copying a File .......................................................................................................................... 4-11
Connecting to the Internet Using an Access Point ......................................................................... 4-11
Dial-Up Networking Services ......................................................................................................... 4-12
Object Exchange Push Services .................................................................................................... 4-12
Sending a Contact ................................................................................................................... 4-12
Sending a Picture ..................................................................................................................... 4-13
Headset Services ........................................................................................................................... 4-14
Hands-free Services ...................................................................................................................... 4-15
Serial Port Services ....................................................................................................................... 4-15
ActiveSync Using Serial Port Services .......................................................................................... 4-16
Personal Area Network Services ................................................................................................... 4-17
IrMC Synchronization Services ...................................................................................................... 4-17
Bonding with Discovered Device(s) ..................................................................................................... 4-17
Deleting a Bonded Device ....................................................................................................... 4-19
Accepting a Bond ..................................................................................................................... 4-19
Bluetooth Settings ................................................................................................................................ 4-20
Device Info Tab .............................................................................................................................. 4-20
Services Tab .................................................................................................................................. 4-20
Dial-Up Networking Service ..................................................................................................... 4-21
File Transfer Service ................................................................................................................ 4-22
Hands-Free Audio Gateway Service ........................................................................................ 4-23
Headset Audio Gateway Service ............................................................................................. 4-23
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IrMC Synchronization Service .................................................................................................. 4-23
OBEX Object Push Service ..................................................................................................... 4-24
Personal Area Networking Service .......................................................................................... 4-25
Serial Port Service ................................................................................................................... 4-26
Security Tab ................................................................................................................................... 4-26
Discovery Tab ................................................................................................................................ 4-27
Virtual COM Port Tab ..................................................................................................................... 4-28
HID Tab .......................................................................................................................................... 4-29
Profiles Tab .................................................................................................................................... 4-29
System Parameters Tab ................................................................................................................ 4-30
Miscellaneous Tab ......................................................................................................................... 4-30
Chapter 5: Using the Phone
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 5-1
Accessing the Phone Keypad .............................................................................................................. 5-1
Turning the Phone On and Off ............................................................................................................. 5-2
Audio Modes ........................................................................................................................................ 5-3
Using a Wired Headset ......................................................................................... ........... .............. 5-3
Using a Bluetooth Headset ............................................................................................................ 5-4
Adjusting Audio Volume ................................................................................................................. 5-4
Making a Call ....................................................................................................................................... 5-5
Using the Phone ............................................................................................................................ 5-5
Using Contacts ............................................................................................................................... 5-5
Using Call History .......................................................................................................................... 5-5
Making a Speed Dial Call ............................................................................................................... 5-6
Answering a Call .................................................................................................................................. 5-7
Incoming Call Features .................................................................................................................. 5-7
Smart Dialing ....................................................................................................................................... 5-7
Muting a Call ........................................................................................................................................ 5-8
Taking Notes ........................................................................................................................................ 5-9
Using Speed Dial ................................................................................................................................. 5-10
Adding a Speed Dial Entry ............................................................................................................. 5-10
Editing a Speed Dial Entry .................................................................................................... ......... 5-12
Deleting a Speed Dial Entry ........................................................................................................... 5-13
Using Call History ................................................................................................................................ 5-14
Managing Call History .................................................................................................................... 5-14
Changing the Call History View ............................................................................................... 5-14
Resetting the Recent Calls Counter ......................................................................................... 5-14
Deleting Call History Items by Call Date .................................................................................. 5-15
Deleting All Call History Items .................................................................................................. 5-16
Viewing Call Status .................................................................................................................. 5-17
Using the Call History Menu .................................................................................................... 5-17
Swapping Calls .................................................................................................................................... 5-18
Conference Calling .............................................................................................................................. 5-19
Text Messaging ................................................................................................................................... 5-20
Viewing Text Messages ................................................................................................................. 5-20
Sending a Text Message ............................................................................................................... 5-22
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Chapter 6: Accessories
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 6-1
Single Slot USB/Serial Cradle ............................................................................................................. 6-2
Charging the MC55 Battery ........................................................................................................... 6-2
Charging the Spare Battery ........................................................................................................... 6-3
Battery Charging Indicators ........................................................................................................... 6-3
Charging Temperature ............................................................................................................. 6-3
Four Slot Ethernet Cradle .................................................................................................................... 6-4
Charging ....................................................................................................................................... 6-4
Battery Charging Indicators ........................................................................................................... 6-4
Charging Temperature ............................................................................................................. 6-4
Four Slot Charge Only Cradle ............................................................................................................. 6-5
Charging ........................................................................................................................................ 6-5
Battery Charging Indicators ........................................................................................................... 6-5
Charging Temperature ............................................................................................................. 6-5
VCD7XVCD5000 Vehicle Cradle ......................................................................................................... 6-6
Charging the MC55 Battery ........................................................................................................... 6-6
Removing the MC55 ................................................................................................................ 6-6
Charging the Spare Battery ........................................................................................................... 6-7
Battery Charging Indicators ........................................................................................................... 6-8
Charging Temperature ............................................................................................................. 6-8
Four Slot Spare Battery Charger ......................................................................................................... 6-9
MC55 Battery Shim Installation ...................................................................................................... 6-9
Spare Battery Charging ................................................................................................................. 6-9
Battery Charging Indicators ........................................................................................................... 6-10
Charging Temperature ............................................................................................................. 6-10
Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR) ............................................................................................................ 6-12
Attaching and Removing the MSR ................................................................................................. 6-12
Using the MSR ............................................................................................................................... 6-12
Headset ............................................................................................................................................... 6-13
Cables .................................................................................................................................................. 6-14
Battery Charging and Operating Power ......................................................................................... 6-14
LED Charge Indications ................................................................................................................. 6-15
Charging Temperature ............................................................................................................. 6-15
Vehicle Holder ..................................................................................................................................... 6-16
Installation Reminders ................................................................................................................... 6-16
Device Mounting Precautions ........................................................................................................ 6-16
Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 6-16
Chapter 7: Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 7-1
Maintaining the EDAMC55 .................................................................................................................. 7-1
Battery Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................... 7-2
Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................... 7-3
Materials Required ........................................................................................................... .............. 7-3
Cleaning the MC55 ........................................................................................................................ 7-3
Housing .................................................................................................................................... 7-3
Display ..................................................................................................................................... 7-3
Scanner Exit Window ............................................................................................................... 7-3
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