Symbol Technologies MC9090-G User Manual

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MC9090-G RFID Mobile Computer

RFID User Guide Supplement

MC9090-G RFID User Guide

72E-89962-01

Rev A

December 2006

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http://www.symbol.com

Patents

This product is covered by one or more of the patents listed on the web site: www.symbol.com/patents

Revision History

Changes to the original manual are listed below:

Change Date Description

Rev A 12/06 Initial release.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1

Patents........................................................................................................................... ii

Revision History............................................................................................................. iii

About This Guide

Introduction.................................................................................................................... v

Documentation Set .................................................................................................. v

Configurations................................................................................................................ vi

Chapter Descriptions ..................................................................................................... vii

Notational Conventions.................................................................................................. vii

Related Documents and Software................................................................................. viii

Service Information........................................................................................................ viii

Symbol Support Center............................................................................................ ix

Chapter 1: Getting Started

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

MC909X User 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 Spare Batteries ........................................................................................ 1-6

Removing the Main Battery ..................................................................................... 1-7

Starting the Mobile Computer ....................................................................................... 1-8

Calibrating the Screen .................................................................................................. 1-8

Checking Battery Status ............................................................................................... 1-8

Stylus ............................................................................................................................ 1-9

MC9090-G Strap ........................................................................................................... 1-10

Battery Management ..................................................................................................... 1-10

Battery Saving Tips ................................................................................................. 1-10

Changing the Power Settings ....................................................................................... 1-11

Changing the Display Backlight Settings ...................................................................... 1-11

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Changing the Keypad Backlight Settings ...................................................................... 1-11

Turning the Radios Off .................................................................................................. 1-12

WLAN Radio on Windows Mobile 5.0 ..................................................................... 1-12

Bluetooth and WWAN Radios on Windows Mobile 5.0 ........................................... 1-12

Chapter 2: Operating the MC9090-G RFID

Introduction ................................................................................................................... 2-1

Windows Mobile 5.0 Status Icons ................................................................................. 2-1

Status Bar ............................................................................................................... 2-1

Command Bar ......................................................................................................... 2-3

Speaker Icon ........................................................................................................... 2-4

Battery Icon ............................................................................................................. 2-5

Connectivity Icon ..................................................................................................... 2-5

Time Icon ................................................................................................................ 2-6

Instant Message Icon .............................................................................................. 2-6

E-Mail Icon .............................................................................................................. 2-6

Multiple Notification Icon ......................................................................................... 2-7

Locking the Mobile Computer ....................................................................................... 2-7

LED Indicators .............................................................................................................. 2-8

Keypads ........................................................................................................................ 2-8

53-Key Keypad for MC9090-G RFID....................................................................... 2-9

Keypad Special Functions ...................................................................................... 2-12

Using the Power Button ................................................................................................ 2-13

Using a Headset ........................................................................................................... 2-13

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

Imaging ................................................................................................................... 2-14

Scanning Considerations ........................................................................................ 2-15

Scanning Bar Codes ............................................................................................... 2-15

Scan LED Indicator ................................................................................................. 2-16

Reading RFID Tags ...................................................................................................... 2-17

Resetting the Mobile Computer .................................................................................... 2-18

Windows Mobile 5.0 Devices .................................................................................. 2-18

Performing a Warm Boot .................................................................................. 2-18

Performing a Cold Boot ..................................................................................... 2-18

Waking the Mobile Computer .................................................................................. 2-19

Bluetooth ....................................................................................................................... 2-19

Chapter 3: Accessories

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

Keypads .................................................................................................................. 3-1

Cradles .................................................................................................................... 3-1

Snap-on Modules .................................................................................................... 3-2

Keypads ........................................................................................................................ 3-2

Keypad Removal ..................................................................................................... 3-2

Multi Media Card (MMC) / Secure Device (SD) Card ................................................... 3-4

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Chapter 4: Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Introduction ................................................................................................................... 4-1

Maintaining the Mobile Computer ................................................................................. 4-1

Accessories ............................................................................................................. 4-2

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 4-3

Mobile Computer ..................................................................................................... 4-3

Appendix A: Specifications

Technical Specifications ............................................................................................... A-1

Mobile Computer ..................................................................................................... A-1

Modem Module ....................................................................................................... A-6

Mobile Computer Pin-Outs ............................................................................................ A-7

Accessory CAM and MSR Pin-Outs ............................................................................. A-8

Appendix B: Keypad Special Keys

Introduction ................................................................................................................... B-1

Keypad .......................................................................................................................... B-1

Appendix C: Regulatory

Introduction ................................................................................................................... C-1

Accessory Power Supply Regulatory Compliance ........................................................ C-1

Index

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Chapter i

About This Guide

Introduction

This MC9090-G RFID User Guide Supplement provides the uniqu e set up and configuration procedu res for the

MC9090-G RFID mobile computers and accessories. This guide is intended as a supplement to the MC909X

User Guide, P/N: 72E-72215-xx. Procedures common to th e M C909X se rie s of p rod ucts are referenced to the

MC909X User 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 is divided into guides that provide information for specific user

needs.

About This Guide

•

Microsoft Application Guide - describes how to use Microsoft developed applications.

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Symbol Application Guide - describes how to use Symbol 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.

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MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement - describes how to set up the MC9090-G RFID mobile computer and the accessories.

•

SMDK Help File - provides API information for writing applications.

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Configurations

This guide covers the following configurations:

Configuration Radios Display Memory

MC9090-G RFID

WLAN

802.11b/g and Bluetooth

Color 64 MB RAM/

128 MB Flash

Data

Capture

Imager Windows

Operating

System

Mobile 5.0 Professional

Keypads

53-key RFID

Chapter Descriptions

Topics covered in this guide are as follows:

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Chapter 1, Getting Started, provides information on charging the mobile computer battery and resetting.

•

Chapter 2, Operating the MC9090- G RFI D, describes the MC9090-G RFID operating procedures.

•

Chapter 3, Accessories, describes the accessories available for the mobile computer and how to use the

accessories.

•

Chapter 4, Maintenance & Troubleshooting, includes instructions on cleaning and storing the mobile

computer, and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during mobile computer operation.

•

Appendix A, Specifications, includes a table listing the technical specifications for the mobile computer.

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Appendix B, Keypad Special Keys, includes a table listing the keypad special keys for the mobile

computer.

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Appendix C, Regulatory, includes regulatory information for the mobile computer.

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Notational Conventions

The following conventions are used in this document:

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“Mobile computer” refers to a Symbol MC909X hand-held computer.

•

Italics are used to highlight the following:

- Chapters and sections in this guide

- Related documents

•

Bold text is used to highlight the following:

- Dialog box, window and screen names

- Drop-d o wn list an d list bo x na mes

- Check box and radio button names

- Icons on a screen

- Key names on a keypad

- Button na m es on a scre e n

•

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

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Service Information

If an equipment problem occurs, contact the appropriate regional Symbol Support Center for contact information. Before calling, have the model number, serial number and several 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 through the problem. If the equipment is found to be working properly and the problem is symbol readability, the Support Center will request samples of bar codes for analysis at our plant.

If the problem cannot be solved over the phone, the e quipment ma y nee d to b e returne d for servicing. If tha t is necessary, specific directions will be provided.

NOTE 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.

About This Guide ix

Symbol Support Center

For service information, warranty information or technical assistance contact or call the local Symbol Support

Center:

Country/Region Address Telephone

United States Symbol Technologies, Inc.

One Symbol Plaza Holtsville, New York 11742-1300

Canada Symbol Technologies Canada, Inc.

5180 Orbitor Drive Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4W 5L9

United Kingdom Symbol Technologies

Symbol Place Winnersh Triangle, Berkshire RG41 5TP United Kingdom

Asia/Pacific Symbol Technologies Asia, Inc.

(Singapore Branch) 230 Victoria Street #12-06/10 Bugis Junction Office Tower Singapore 188024

Australia Symbol Technologies Pty. Ltd.

432 St. Kilda Road Melbourne, Victoria 3004

Österreich/Austria Symbol Technologies Austria GmbH

Prinz-Eugen Strasse 70 / 2.Haus 1040 Vienna, Austria 01-5055794-0 (Inside Austria)

1-800-653-5350

1-866-416-8545 (Inside Canada) 905-629-7226 (Outside Canada)

0800 328 2424 (Inside UK) +44 118 945 7529 (Outside UK)

Tel: +65-6796-9600 Fax: +65-6337-6488

1-800-672-906 (Inside Australia) +61-3-9866-6044 (Outside Australia

+43-1-5055794-0 (Outside Austria)

Danmark/Denmark Symbol Technologies AS

Dr. Neergaardsvej 3 2970 Hørsholm

Europe/Mid-East Distributor Operations

Suomi/Finland Oy Symbol Technologies

Kaupintie 8 A 6 FIN-00440 Helsinki, Finland

France Symbol Technologies France

Centre d'Affaire d'Antony 3 Rue de la Renaissance 92184 Antony Cedex, France

7020-1718 (Inside Denmark) +45-7020-1718 (Outside Denmark)

Contact the local distributor or call +44 118 945 7360

9 5407 580 (Inside Finland) +358 9 5407 580 (Outside Finland)

01-40-96-52-21 (Inside France) +33-1-40-96-52-50 (Outside France)

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Country/Region Address Telephone

Deutschland/ Germany

Italia/Italy Symbol Technologies Italia S.R.L.

Latin America Sales Support

México/Mexico Symbol Technologies Mexico Ltd.

Nederland/ Netherlands

Symbol Technologies GmbH Waldstrasse 66 D-63128 Dietzenbach, Germany

Via Cristoforo Columbo, 49 20090 Trezzano S/N Navigilo Milano, Italy

2730 University Dr. Coral Springs, FL 33065 USA

Torre Picasso Boulevard Manuel Avila Camacho No 88 Lomas de Chapultepec CP 11000 Mexico City, DF, Mexico

Symbol Technologies Kerkplein 2, 7051 CX Postbus 24 7050 AA Varsseveld, Netherlands

6074-49020 (Inside Germany) +49-6074-49020 (Outside Germany)

2-484441 (Inside Italy) +39-02-484441 (Outside Italy)

1-800-347-0178 (Inside United States) +1-954-255-2610 (Outside United States) 954-340-9454 (Fax)

5-520-1835 (Inside Mexico) +52-5-520-1835 (Outside Mexico)

315-271700 (Inside Netherlands) +31-315-271700 (Outside Netherlands)

Norge/Norway Symbol’ s registe red and mailing address :

Symbol Technologies Norway Hoybratenveien 35 C N-1055 OSLO, Norway Symbol’s repair depot and shipping

address: Symbol Technologies Norway Enebakkveien 123 N-0680 OSLO, Norway

+47 2232 4375

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Country/Region Address Telephone

South Africa Symbol Technologies Africa Inc.

Block B2 Rutherford Estate 1 Scott Street Waverly 2090 Johannesburg Republic of South Africa

España/Spain Symbol Technologies S.L.

Avenida de Bruselas, 22 Edificio Sauce Alcobendas, Madrid 28108 Spain

Sverige/Sweden “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

11-809 5311 (Inside South Africa) +27-11-809 5311 (Outside South Africa)

91 324 40 00 (Inside Spain) +34 91 324 40 00 (Outside Spain) Fax: +34.91.324.4010

Switchboard: 08 445 29 00 (domestic) Call Center: +46 8 445 29 29 (international) Support E-Mail:

Sweden.Support@se.symbol.com

If the Symbol product was purchased from a Symbol Business Partner, contact that Business Partner for

service.

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Chapter 1

Getting Started

Introduction

This chapter lists the accessories for the mobile computer and explains how to install and char ge the batteries ,

replace the strap and start the mobile computer for the first time.

NOTE This MC9090-G RFID User Guide Supplement is intended as a supplement to the MC909X User Guide,

MC909X User Guide

The MC909X User Guide, P/N: 72E-72215-xx provides the following support information applicable to the

MC9090-G RFID mobile computer:

Getting Started

P/N: 72E-72215-xx. Procedures common to the MC909X series of products are referenced to the MC909X User Guide.

•

Accessories; describes the accessories available for the mobile computers and how to set up power connections and battery charging capabilities, where applicable.

•

Operating the MC909X; explains how to use the mobile computer. This includes instructions for powering on and resetting the mobile comput er, entering and capturing data.

•

Using Bluetooth; explains how to perform Bluetooth functionality on the mobile computer.

•

Accessories; describes the accessories available for the mobile computer and how to use the accessories with the mobile computer.

•

Maintenance & Troubleshooting; includes instructions on cleaning and storing the mobile computer, and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during mobile computer opera tion.

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Scan Button

Keypad

Handstrap

Indicator LED Bar Touch Screen

Microphone (Windows Mobile 5.0 only)

Headphone Jack (Windows Mobile

5.0 only)

Power Button

Trigger

Figure 1-1

MC9090-G RFID Mobile Computer

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 equip ment 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 ix for contact information.

Accessories

Table 1-1 lists the accessories available for the MC909X:

Getting Started 1 - 3

Table 1-1

Cable Adapter Module (CAM)

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.

•

Auto charge cable, charges the mobile computer using a vehicle’s cigarette lighter.

•

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.

Four Slot Charge Only

Charges the mobile computer main battery.

Cradle Four Slot Ethernet Cradle Charges the mobile computer main battery and synchronizes the mobile

computer with a host computer through an Ethernet connection.

Four Slot Spare Battery

Charges up to four mobile computer spare batteries.

Charger Keypads (Optional) Application specific keypads. Magnetic Stripe Reader

Snaps on to the mobile computer and adds magstripe read capabilities.

(MSR) 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. Multimedia Card (MMC) Provides secondary non-volatile storage. 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. Software Symbol Mobility Developer Kits available at: http://devzone.symbol.com.

Device Configuration Package (DCPforMC9090c50) and Platform SDK

(PSDK9090c50) for MC9090-G, available at: http://devzone.symbol.com. Spare lithium-ion battery Replacement battery. Stylus Performs pen functions. Universal Battery Charger

Adapts the UBC for use with the Series 9000 batteries. Adapter

Wall Mounting Bracket and

Use for wall mounting applications. Shelf Slide

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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 af ter it is inst a lled. Use one of the sp are b attery ch argers 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 T able 1-2 on page 1-6 for charge status indications). The main battery fully ch arges in less than four hours. The mobile computer can be charged using a cradle, the CAM, or the MSR with the appropriate power supply.

The mobile computer is also equipped with a memory backup battery which automatically charges from the main battery whether or not the mobile computer is operating or is in suspend mode. The memory backup battery retains data in memory for at least 30 minutes when the mobile computer's main battery is removed or fully discharged. When the mobile computer is used for the first time or after the memory backup battery has fully discharged, the memory backup battery requires approximately 15 hours to fully charge. Do not remove the main battery from the mobile computer for 15 hours to ensure that the memory backup battery fully charges. If the main battery is removed from the mobile computer or the main battery is fully discharged, the memory backup battery completely discharges in several hours.

When the main battery reaches a very low battery state, the combination of main battery and backup battery retains data in memory for at least 72 hours.

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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:

•

Cradles: The mobile computer slips into the cr adles for cha rging the ba tter y in the mobile com puter (a nd spare batteries, where applicable). For detailed cradle setup and charging procedures refer to the MC909X User Guide.

- Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle.

- Four Slot Ethernet Cradle

- Four Slot Charge Only Cradle

•

Accessories: The mobile computer snap-on accessories provide charging capability, when used with one of the accessory charging cables. For detailed snap-on setup and charging procedures refer to the MC909X User Guide.

- CAM

- MSR

•

Chargers: The mobile computer spare battery charging accessories are used to charge batteries that are removed from the mobile computer. For detailed spare battery charging accessories setup and charging procedures refer to the MC909X User Guide.

- Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle

- Four Slot Spare Battery Charger

- Universal Battery Charger (UBC) Adapter

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 SMDK Help File for Symbol Mobile Computers) or via the Control Panel application (tap Start - 9000 Demo - Ctl Panel icon).

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To charge the main battery:

1. Ensure the accessory used to charge the main battery is connected to the appropriate power source.

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 indicate the charge status. See Table 1-2 for charging indications.

The main battery usually fully charges in less than four hours.

Table 1-2

Mobile Computer LED Charge Indicators

LED Indication

Off Mobile computer not in cradle or connected to a CAM or MSR. Mobile computer not

placed correctly. Charger is not powered. Fast Blinking Amber Error in charging; check placement of the mobile computer. Slow Blinking Amber Mobile computer is charging. Solid Amber Charging complete.

Charging Spare Batteries

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. Ensur e the accessory used to charge the spare battery is connecte d to th e ap p ro pr iate power source.

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.

The spare battery usually fully charges in less than four hours.

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