Symbol Technologies SPT 1700 User Manual

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SPT 1700 Series

Product Reference Guide

SPT 1700 Series Product Reference Guide

70-37544-03

Revision A —December 2000

Symbol Technologies, Inc. One Symbol Plaza, Holtsville N.Y. 11742-1300

SPT 1700 Series

Product Reference Guide

70-37544-03

Revision A

December 2000

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About This Guide

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii

Chapter Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xv

Notational Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii

Related Documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii

Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xviii

Symbol Support Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xix

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xxi

Warranty Coverage and Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxii

General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxii

Chapter 1. Getting Started with the SPT 1700

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

Unpacking the Terminal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Parts of the SPT 1700 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Getting Started with the SPT 1700 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Setting Up the Cradle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Installing the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

Charging the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14

Attaching the Handstrap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15

Starting the SPT 1700 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16

Configuring the Spectrum24 Network (SPT 174x only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20

Configuring the Wide Area Network (SPT 173x only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20

Using the SPT 1700. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Using the Power Button/Backlight Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Using the Contrast Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Writing with the Stylus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

Using the Onscreen Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

Icon Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23

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Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-23

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-24

Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop Software Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-24

Chapter 2. Network Setup

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

Configuring a Spectrum24 Connection (SPT 174x Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

Configuring a CDPD WAN Connection (SPT 1733 Only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8

Setup Wizard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8

Maintenance Screens and Menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13

Merlin Menu Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15

Merlin Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15

Advanced Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-16

Help Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-24

Configuring a GSM WAN Connection (SPT 1734 Only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-25

Chapter 3. Working with Your SPT 1700 Terminal

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

Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3

Changing the Applications Launcher Display Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

Switching Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 -4

Setting Preferences for Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5

Displaying Applications by Category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5

Writing Graffiti with the Stylus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6

Practicing Graffiti with the Memo Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6

Writing Letters With Graffiti . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7

Writing Numbers With Graffiti . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-12

Writing Punctuation Marks With Graffiti. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-13

Writing Symbols and Extended Characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-14

Writing Accented Characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-15

Accent Strokes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-15

Additional Non-English Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-15

Navigation Strokes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-15

Graffiti ShortCuts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-16

Using the On-Screen Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-17

Using Application Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-19

Using Menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-20

Choosing a Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-20

Graffiti Menu Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-21

Edit Menu Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-21

Choosing Fonts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-23

Contents

Using Categories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24

Using Categories in Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25

Defining a New Category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26

Renaming Categories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27

Attaching Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29

Marking Private Entries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30

Beaming Information to Other SPT 1700 Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30

Scanning with the SPT 1700 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32

Chapter 4. Finding Information With Your SPT 1700 Terminal

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

Using the Find Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Using Phone Lookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Phone Lookup Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

Chapter 5. Applications: Address Book

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Opening the Address Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Address Book Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

Creating an Address Book Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

Deleting an Address Book Entry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Duplicating an Address Book Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Working with Address Book Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Beaming Address Entries to Other SPT 1700 Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10

Address Book Menu Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

Record Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

Options Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13

Chapter 6. Applications: Calculator

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Opening the Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Using the Calculator Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Special Calculator Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Calculator Menu Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Recent Calculations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

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Chapter 7. Applications: Date Book

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3

Opening the Date Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3

Using the Date Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

Scheduling an Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-4

Rescheduling an Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8

Setting an Alarm for an Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8

Scheduling Repeating Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10

Marking a Private Event. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-12

Deleting an Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 -12

Changing the Date Book View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-13

Working in Week View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-13

Working in Month View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-15

Working in Agenda View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-16

Date Book Menu Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-17

Record Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-17

Options Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-19

Chapter 8. Applications: Expense

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-3

Opening Expense . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-3

Using Expense . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-4

Creating an Expense Item. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-4

Changing the Expense Item Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-5

Entering Receipt Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5

Customizing the Currency Pick List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-8

Show Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9

Transferring Your Data to Microsoft Excel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10

Printing an Expense Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10

Viewing your Expense Report in Microsoft Excel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-12

Using Expense Report Templates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-14

Expense Menu Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-15

Record Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-16

Options Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-17

Chapter 9. Applications: HotSync®

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-3

The HotSync Process and the HotSync Manager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-3

Performing a HotSync Operation for the First Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-3

Using User Profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-6

Using File Link. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-8

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Conducting a Local HotSync Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9

Selecting HotSync Setup Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9

Customizing HotSync Application Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12

Conducting a HotSync Operation via Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14

Preparing Your Computer for a Modem HotSync Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14

Preparing Your SPT 1700 Terminal for a Modem HotSync Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15

Selecting the Conduits for a Modem HotSync Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16

Performing a HotSync Operation via Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17

Conducting Wireless HotSync Operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18

Setting Up for a Wireless HotSync. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18

Performing a Spectrum24 HotSync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19

Performing a CDPD HotSync. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20

Performing a GSM HotSync. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21

Setting Up the Ethernet Cradle for HotSync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22

Installing NetSync. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22

Creating a CRD1700-4000E Modem Sync Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-23

Configuring the Remote Host PC for Use with the Ethernet Cradle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24

The Ethernet HotSync Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24

Chapter 10. Applications: ScoutSync Client

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

Overview of the ScoutSync Client . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

Configuring the ScoutSync Client . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4

Selecting Conduits for Synchronization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-5

Performing a Synchronization. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-6

Automatically Synchronizing Using a Cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-6

Viewing the Synchronization Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-7

ScoutSync Client Menu Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-8

Options Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-8

Chapter 11. Applications: AvantGo Client and Mobile Link

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-3

AvantGo Client. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-3

Navigating in AvantGo Client . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-3

Icon Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-4

Using the Channel Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-4

Updating Channel Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-5

Using the Forms Manager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-6

Editing Forms in the Forms Manager Cue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-6

Deleting Forms in the Forms Manager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-7

Using HTML Forms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-7

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Using AvantGo Client With a Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-8

Browsing Online. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-8

Synchronizing With a Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-9

AvantGo Client Menu Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-10

Channels Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-10

Go Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-11

Options Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-11

Mobile Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12

Servers Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-13

Edit Server Profile Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-14

Connection Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-16

Advanced Connection Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-17

Using the Mobile Link Application on Your SPT 173x Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-18

Mobile Link Menu Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-21

Server Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-21

Options Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-21

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-22

Chapter 12. Applications: Mail

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-3

Setting Up Mail on the Desktop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-3

Synchronizing Mail with Your E-Mail Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-5

Opening Mail on Your SPT 1700 Terminal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-5

Viewing Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-5

Message Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-6

Displaying Full Header Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-6

Creating Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-7

Looking Up an Address. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-10

Adding Message Details. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-11

Setting a Priority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-12

Sending a Blind Carbon Copy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-12

Adding a Signature to Your Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13

Sending Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-14

Editing an Unsent Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-15

Draft Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-16

Filing a Message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-17

Deleting Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-17

Restoring a Message From the Deleted Folder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-18

Purging Deleted Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-18

Message List Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-19

Folders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-19

Date Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-20

Sorting the Message List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-20

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HotSync Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-21

Creating Special Filters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-22

Defining Filter Strings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-24

High-Priority Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-26

Truncating Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-26

Mail Menu Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-28

Message Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-28

Options Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-29

Chapter 13. Applications: Memo Pad

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-3

Opening the Memo Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-3

Creating a New Memo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-4

Reviewing Memos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-5

Arranging Memos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-5

Manually Arranging the Memo List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-6

Choosing a Memo Category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-6

Marking a Private Memo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-6

Deleting a Memo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-7

Memo Pad Menu Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-8

Record Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-8

Options Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-9

Chapter 14. Applications: Preferences

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-3

Buttons Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-3

Pen Preferences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-5

HotSync Buttons Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-6

Connection Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-7

Digitizer Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-9

Formats Preferences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-9

Country Default. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-9

Time, Date, Week Start and Numbers Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-10

General Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-10

Setting the Current Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-10

Setting the Current Date. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-11

Auto-Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-12

Stay On In Cradle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-12

Trigger Wake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-12

Overall, System, Alarm and Game Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-13

Beam Receive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-13

SPT 1700 Series Product Reference Guide

Network Preferences and Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop TCP/IP Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-13

Selecting a Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-14

Entering a User Name. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15

Entering a Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15

Adding Connection Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-16

Connecting to Your Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-19

Creating Additional Service Templates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-20

Adding Detailed Information to a Service Template. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-20

Idle Timeout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-21

Defining Primary and Secondary DNS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-22

IP Address. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-23

Creating a Login Script . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-24

Deleting a Service Template . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-26

Network Preferences Menu Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-27

Service Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-27

Options Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-27

TCP/IP Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 4-28

Owner Preferences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-28

ShortCuts Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-29

Creating a ShortCut. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-29

Editing a ShortCut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-31

Deleting a ShortCut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-31

Chapter 15. Applications: Security

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-3

Assigning a Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-3

Hiding Private Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-4

Showing Private Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-4

Masking Private Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-5

Locking Your SPT 1700 Terminal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-6

Changing or Deleting a Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-7

Recovering from a Lost Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-8

Chapter 16. Applications: To Do List

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-3

Opening the To Do List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-3

Working With To Do Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-4

Setting Priority (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-4

Checking Off a To Do Item . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-5

To Do Item Details. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-6

Choosing a To Do Category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-7

Setting a Due Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-7

Contents

Marking a To Do Item Private. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-8

Deleting a To Do Item. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-8

To Do Show Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-8

To Do List Menu Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-10

Record Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-10

Options Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-11

Chapter 17. Applications: Laser Scanner

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-3

Scanning with the SPT 1700 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-3

SScan Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-3

SScan Menu Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-3

Demo Scan Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-4

Demo Scan Menu Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-6

Scanning 1-D Bar Codes Using Demo Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-7

Barcode Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-7

Scanning 2-Dimensional Bar Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-8

Scanning Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-9

Battery Implications While Using the Laser Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-10

Chapter 18. Applications: GsmDemo

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-3

Using GsmDemo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-3

Working with Text Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-5

GsmDemo Menu Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-11

Options Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-11

Help Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-12

Chapter 19. Installing and Removing Applications

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-3

Installing Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-3

Installing Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-6

Removing Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-7

Removing the Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-8

Chapter 20. Getting Help With Your SPT 1700 Terminal

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-3

Displaying Online Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-3

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SPT 1700 Diagnostics Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-4

System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-5

Bar Code Scanner Test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-6

Serial Port Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-7

Digitizer Alignment Test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-8

System Diagnostics Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-8

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-9

Technical Support, Service and Repair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-15

Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-15

Chapter 21. Maintaining Your SPT 1700 Terminal

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-3

Caring for Your SPT 1700 Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-3

Battery Considerations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-3

Resetting Your SPT 1700 Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-5

Performing a Soft Reset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-5

Performing a Hard Reset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-5

Appendix A. Using Expense Templates and Custom Expense Reports

Sample 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-2

Sample 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-3

Sample 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-4

Sample 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-5

Modifying and Creating Expense Templates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-5

About Mapping Tables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-5

Customizing Existing Sample Templates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-6

Determining the Layout of the Expense Report. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-7

Using Your Custom Expense Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-9

Programming the Mapping Table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-9

Using Applications Other Than Microsoft Excel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-14

Expense File Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-14

Appendix B. Non-ASCII Characters for Login Scripts

Use of ^char . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1

Carriage Return and Line Feed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1

Literal Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2

Examples: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-2

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Introduction

The SPT 1700 product family is the next generation of pen-based, one- and twodimensional bar code scanning, pocket-sized terminals which also offer a new ruggedized design, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, and optional wireless local area networking capability. The complete line of SPT 1700 products are based on the popular Palm Computing data acquisition and management.

platform architecture, offering users a fast, friendly, and flexible interface for

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The SPT 1700 consists of the following models.

SPT 1700 Performs 1- and 2-dimensional scanning and batch

communication. Three memory configurations are available:

• 2MB ROM/2MB RAM

• 2MB ROM/8MB RAM

• 4MB ROM/8MB RAM.

SPT 1733 Performs 1- and 2-dimensional scanning and uses the

CDPD radio to perfor m wide area w ireless comm unica tion. This model has the same av ail abl e me mory configurations as the SPT 1700.

SPT 1734 Performs 1- and 2-dimensional scanning and uses the

Global Systems for Mobile Communications (GSM) radio to perform wide area w ireless commun ication. This m odel has the same available memory configurations as the SPT

1700.

SPT 1740 Performs 1- and 2-dimensional scanning and uses the

Symbol Spectrum24 area wireless communication. This model has the same available memory configurations as the SPT 1700.

radio to perform 1 MB and 2 MB local

SPT 1742 Performs 1- and 2-dimensional scanning and uses the

Symbol Spectrum24 radio to perform 2 MB local area wireless communication. This model has the same available memory configurations as the SPT 1700.

SPT 1746 Performs 1- and 2-dimensional scanning and uses the

Symbol Spectrum24 wireless communication. This model has the same available memory configurations as the SPT 1700.

radio to perform 11 MB local area

The SPT 1700 Series Product Reference Guide provides information about all the SPT 1700 Series terminals and its accessories.

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Chapter Descriptions

Topics covered in this guide are as follows:

About This Guide

•

Chapter 1, Getting Started with the SPT 1700

, explains the physical buttons and controls on your SPT 1700 terminal, how to install and charge the battery , start your SPT 1700 terminal for the first time, and set up your Symbol Palm Terminal (SPT) Desktop software.

• Chapter 2,

Network Setup

, explains how to set up your SPT 174x terminals for use on Spectrum24; SPT 1733 terminals for use on CDPD; and SPT 1734 terminals for use on GSM wireless networks, respectively.

• Chapter 3,

Working with Your SPT 1700 Terminal

, explains how to open applications, use the on-screen keyboard, write with the stylus and use common features on your SPT 1700 terminal.

• Chapter 4,

Finding Information With Your SPT 1700 Terminal

, explains how to locate information on your SPT 1700 terminal with the Find command and the Phone Lookup command.

• Chapter 5,

Applications: Address Book

, explains the Address Book application, which enables you to keep names, addresses, phone numbers and other information about your personal or business contacts.

• Chapter 6,

Applications: Calculator

, explains the Calculator application, which

allows you to perform simple calculations on your SPT 1700.

• Chapter 7,

Applications: Date Book

, covers the Date Book application, which enables you to quickly and easily schedule appointments or any kind of activity associated with a time and date.

• Chapter 8,

Applications: Expense

, explains the Expense application, which enables you to keep track of your expenses and then transfer the information to a spreadsheet on your computer.

• Chapter 9,

Applications: HotSync®

, describes the HotSync utilit y , which allows yo u

to synchronize data between the SPT 1700 and your computer.

• Chapter 10,

Applications: ScoutSync Client

, describes the ScoutSync

application, which enables you to connect your SPT 1700 terminal to a Scout Server and transfer data between the ScoutSync Client and your company’s backend applications and databases.

• Chapter 11,

Applications: AvantGo Client and Mobile Link

about using the SPT 173x terminal with the AvantGo

, provides information

and Mobile Link

applications to access the Internet.

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• Chapter 12 ,

Applicati ons: Mail

, describes the Mail application which enables you to

manage your e-mail while away from your desk.

• Chapter 13,

Applications: Memo Pad

, explains the Memo Pad application, which provides a place to take notes not associated with Date Book, Address Book or T o Do items.

• Chapter 14,

Applications: Preferences

, describes the Preferences screens, which enable you to customize the configuration options on your SPT 1700 terminal. Included in this chapter are instructions on configuring your SPT 1700 terminal for use in the Spectrum24, CDPD, and GSM environments.

• Chapter 15,

Applications: Security

, covers the security options available for

protecting your SPT 1700 from unauthorized users.

• Chapter 16,

Applications: T o Do List

, describes the T o Do List application, which is

a convenient place to create reminders and prioritize the things that you have to do.

• Chapter 17,

Applications: Laser Scanner

, covers laser scanner applications and

the proper methods for scanning 1- and 2-dimensional bar codes.

• Chapter 18,

Applications: GsmDemo

, allows you to explore what features GSM and the SPT 1734 terminal offer you, including sending and receiving SMS messages.

• Chapter 19,

Installing and Removing Applications

, explains how to install and remove applications on your SPT 1700 terminal and how to remove the Symbol Palm Terminal (SPT) Desktop software from your computer.

• Chapter 20,

Getting Help With Your SPT 1700 Terminal

, describes methods for troubleshooting problems with the SPT 1700, and contact phone numbers for technical support.

• Chapter 21 ,

Maintaining Your SPT 1700 Terminal

, provides information to help you take proper care of your SPT 1700 terminal and prolong battery life. This chapter also discusses how to reset your SPT 1700 terminal.

• Appendix A,

Using Expense Templates and Custom Expense Reports

, provides illustrations of the four expense templates that come with the Symbol Palm Terminal (SPT) Desktop software. It also explains how to modify existing Expense application templates, and how to create your own custom expense report templates for use with the Expense application.

• Appendix B,

Non-ASCII Characters for Login Scripts

, provides information to enable you to create custom login scripts that require non-ASCII characters. This information is for advanced users only.

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Notational Conventions

This document uses these conventions:

•“Terminal” refers to any model of SPT 1700.

•“User” refers to anyone using an application on the SPT 1700.

•“You” refers to the End User, System Administrator or Technical Support person

using this manual as a reference to install, configure, operate, maintain and troubleshoot the SPT 1700.

•

• Bullets indicate:

• Numbered lists indicate a set of sequential steps, i.e., those that describe step-by-

•“Tap” refers to selecting an option on the display using the stylus.

are used to highlight specific items in the general text, and to identify

Italics

chapters and sections in this and related documents.

• lists of alternatives or action items.

• lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential.

step procedures.

Introduction

This chapter explains the physical buttons and controls on your SPT 1700 terminal, how to install and charge the battery , start your SPT 1700 Series terminal for the first time, set up your cradle and install your Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop software.

Unpacking the Terminal

Carefully remove all protective material from around the terminal and save the shipping container for later storage and shipping.

Verify that you received all equipment listed on the packing slip and inspect the equipment for damage. If any equipment is missing or damaged, contact the Symbol Technologies Support Center immediately. Refer to page xviii for contact information.

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Parts of the SPT 1700

Front View

Left View

WAN Antenna

(SPT 1733/34 only)

Scroll But t on

(Up and Down)

Graffiti Input Area

Applications Icon

Menu Icon

Power Button

Left Scan

Trigger

Laser Decode LED

Center Scan Button

Scroll But t on (Up and Down)

Right Scan Trigger

LCD (Screen)

Calculator Icon

Find Icon

Contrast Button

Application Buttons

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Back View

Getting Started with the SPT 1700

Stylus

Stylus Silo

Battery

Compartment

Battery Latch

Battery C over

Top View

Infrared Port Handstrap Connector

Speaker

Reset Button

Lithium-Ion Battery

Battery Latch

Handstrap Connector

Bottom View

Serial PortScanner Exit Window

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Getting Started with the SPT 1700

Before you can use your SPT 1700, perform the basic set up procedures covered on the following pages. Specifically:

• Set up the cradle (optional)

• Install and charge the battery

• Start the SPT 1700

• Initiate a Spectrum24 network (SPT 174x only) or wide area network (WAN)

connection (SPT 173X only).

Setting Up the Cradle

There are optional cable and cradle solutions that enable you to charge the terminal’s battery and synchronize information on your SPT 1700 terminal with host system applications.

There are several cable and cradle options available for the SPT 1700:

• Synchronization/Char gi ng Cabl e

• CRD1700-1000S Single-slot Serial Cradle

• CRD1700-4000S Four-slot Serial Cradle

• CRD1700-1000M Single-slot Modem Cradle

• CRD1700-4000E Four-slot Ethernet Cradle.

This section describes the procedures for connecting each of these cradles to the host PC.

Using the Synchronization/Charging Cable

To charge the termi nal ’s battery using the Synchronization/Charging Cable:

1. Make sure the battery is installed in the terminal. Refer to page 1-13 for instructions.

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Installing the Battery

Getting Started with the SPT 1700

2. Insert the cable into the bottom of the terminal, as shown.

Synchronization/ Charging Cable

3. Plug the power cable into a wall outlet and plug the other end into the battery

charging receptacle on the side of the Synchronization/Charging Cable.

Battery Charging Receptacle

Power Supply

Serial Cable

The battery is fully charged after approximately two hours. To perform serial host communication using the cable, plug the other end of the cable into

an available communication port on the back of the host computer.

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CRD1700-1000S Single-slot Serial Cradle

To connect the cradle:

1. Turn off your computer.

2. Plug one end of the serial cable into the host connector on the back of the cradle.

3. Plug the other end of the serial cable into the serial communication port on your computer.

You may require a 9-pin to 25-pin adapter, p/n 160-0072 to connect

Note:

the cable to the serial port on the back of your computer.

Your SPT 1700 terminal requires a dedicated port. It cannot share a

Note:

port with an internal modem or other device. If you are unsure about the location of the serial port on your computer, refer to the user’s manual supplied with the computer.

4. Connect the power jack to the power receptacle on the back of the cradle.

5. Plug the power cable into the wall.

CRD1700-4000S Four-slot Serial Cradle

To connect the cradle:

1. Turn off your computer.

2. Plug one end of the serial cable into the host connector on the back of the cradle.

3. Plug the other end of the serial cable into the serial communication port on your computer.

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Note:

You may require a 9-pin to 25-pin adapter, p/n 160-0072 to connect the cable to the serial port on the back of your computer.

Note:

Your SPT 1700 terminal requires a dedicated port. It cannot share a port with an internal modem or other device. If you are unsure about the location of the serial port on your computer, refer to the user’s manual supplied with the computer.

4. Connect the power jack into the power receptacle on the back of the cradle.

5. Plug the power cable into the wall.

CRD1700-1000M Modem Cradle

To connect the cradle:

1. Turn off your computer.

2. Plug the RJ-41 connector of the communication cable into the Line Out port on the

back of the cradle.

3. Plug the other end of the cable into the serial port on the back of your computer.

4. Plug one end of the phone cord into the Line In port on the cradle, and the other

end into a wall phone jack.

5. Connect one end of the power cable into the power port on the back of the cradle,

and plug the other end into a wall outlet.

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Note:

Refer to

Chapter 9, Applications: HotSyn c®

for instructions on configuring the cradle and

terminal for modem synchronization.

CRD1700-4000E Ethernet Cradle

Before setting up the cradle, make sure that Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop Software (p/n SW-35138-xx) is installed and running on the host computer, as well as properly configured Network HotSync software on the SPT 1700 terminal. Refer to the section

T erminal Desktop Softw are

on page 1-23 for instructions on installing this software. Specific

software setup necessary to use the CRD1700-4000E is discussed in Chapter 9,

Applications: HotSync®

A DHCP server must be configured and operational on the subnet to which the cradle will be attached.

To connect the cradle:

1. Connect the power supply cable round plug to the power connector on the back of the cradle.

2. Connect the power supply AC plug to a standard electrical outlet.

Note:

International customers must use a separate AC power cable appropriate for their respective country.

Symbol Palm

DC Power Connector

The cradle’s LEDs blink, then remain off until a terminal is inserted into one or more of the slots.

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To set up for network communications:

1. Ensure there is a DHCP server accessible to the CRD1700-4000E on the subnet

to which it will be attached.

2. Connect one end of a standard 10 Base-T network cable to the middle connector

on the back of the CRD1700-4000E. Connect the other end of the cable to a hub which is connected to your subnet.

3. Power-up the unit; the CRD1700-4000E performs its power-up sequence, then

attempts to collect all network parameters from the local DHCP server.

If configuration of the unit from the local DHCP server fails, all LEDs flash red. The unit becomes unresponsive until power is removed, the unit is connected to a network with a DHCP server, and power is restored.

Note:

Before communication between the SPT 1700 terminal and the host computer can take place, the Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop Software must be installed and running on the host computer.

VCD 1700 Series Vehicle Cradle

The SPT 1700 provides a serial port at the bottom of the terminal. When you insert a terminal into a VCD 1700 cradle, it connects to the cradle’s serial port. The terminal can then use the cradle’s serial port to communicate with an external device.

To connect the cradle:

1. Plug a 9-pin serial cable into the serial port located next to the power port at the

bottom of the cradle. Note that some devices may require the serial cable to be a null modem cable.

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Power Input Cable

To Ve h i c le Power Source

To External Device

Note:

The external device must use an RS-232 serial connection limited to

Serial Cable

TXD, RXD, RTS and CTS data lines. It must also have its own power supply, as the cradle’s serial port does not provide power.

2. Connect the other end of the cable to the serial port of the external device ( host computer, printer, or modem).

To begin communication:

1. Insert the terminal into the cradle.

2. Connect the Power Input cable to your vehicle power source. Then plug the cable into the Power Port on the terminal.

3. To initiate communication, make appropriate selections on the terminal, as determined by the application you are using.

Note:

Removing a terminal during data communication will disrupt communication between the terminal and the attached device.

e.g.

, a

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Installing the Battery

To install the battery in your SPT 1700:

1. Open the latches on the battery cover and lift it away from the SPT 1700.

Latch

2. Insert the lithium-ion battery in the battery compartment, making sure it snaps into

place.

3. Replace the battery cover and re-secure the latches.

Note:

Be careful to position the battery latches completely open while securing the battery cover on the terminal.

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Charging the Battery

Before using your SPT 1700 for the first time, charge the lithium-ion battery. The terminal’s battery can be charged using the Cradle, the Synchronization/Charging Cable, or the Universal Battery Charger (UBC). For instructions on using the UBC to charge your batteries, refer to the Quick Reference Guide which came with your UBC. Follow these same procedures to recharge the battery when the terminal’s battery level is low.

Using the Cradle to Charge the Battery

To charge the termi nal ’s battery using the CRD 1700 cradle:

1. Make sure the battery is installed in the terminal. Refer to page 1-13 for instructions.

2. Make sure the cradle is plugged into a wall outlet.

3. Insert the SPT 1700 terminal in the cradle as shown:

Battery Charging LED

On the CRD1700-1000S, the battery charging LED turns red to indicate that the battery is charging, then turns green after approximately two hours to indicate that the terminal’s battery is fully charged.

Installing the Battery

Spare Battery Charging

The CRD1700-1000S single-slot cradle has a spare battery charging slot which charges the terminal’s spare battery . Insert the battery in the spare battery charging slot in the back of the cradle. The spare battery charging LED turns red to indicate the spare battery is

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charging, then turns green after approximately two hours to indicate the battery is fully charged.

Spare Battery Charging LED

Attaching the Handstrap

The SPT 1700 has an optional handstrap which increases comfort when holding the terminal for extended periods of time. To attach the handstrap to the back of the terminal:

1. Thread the metal piece through the metal handstrap connection on the back of the

terminal.

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2. Slide the flat metal piece into the handstrap connection on the bottom of the terminal.

Thread metal piece through this connector

Slide flat metal piece up and into this connector

3. Adjust the velcro

strap to fit your hand.

Starting the SPT 1700

After charging and installing the battery, start the terminal by pressing the red power button on the front of the unit. If the terminal does not power on, perform a hard reset.

Note:

When starting the terminal for the first time, or whenever the battery is completely drained, a hard reset is required.

To hard-res et the termi nal :

1. Remove the battery cover from the back of the terminal.

2. Hold down the power button on the front of the SPT 1700 terminal.

3. While holding down the power button, use the tip of the stylus to gently press the reset button on the back of the terminal.

4. Release the reset button.

5. Release the power button.

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6. When a message displays on the screen warning that you are about to erase all

the data stored on your SPT 1700 terminal, do one of the following: a. Press the upper half of either of the scroll buttons on the front panel of the SPT

1700 terminal to complete the hard reset and display the Digitizer screen.

b. Press any other button to perform a soft reset.

Note:

With a hard reset, the current date and time are retained. Formats Preferences and other settings are restored to their factory default settings.

After initial start up, always start the terminal by pressing the red power button.

Calibrating the Screen

The first time you start your SPT 1700 (or after a hard reset), the calibration screen displays. Follow the steps in this section to align the internal circuitry of your SPT 1700 with its touch-sensitive screen.

Note:

If your SPT 1700 unit came pre-loaded with a custom software application, you may not need to calibrate your screen, in which case you will not see the calibration screen.

To calibrate your SPT 1700 for first time use:

1. Press the power button on the front panel of your SPT 1700 to display the

calibration screen. (This screen also displays following a hard reset).

Power Button

2. Remove the stylus from its storage silo on the back of the SPT 1700.

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3. Tap the exact center of each target that displays on the screen with the tip of the stylus.

If you need to recalibrate the screen at any time, open the Prefs application, tap on the pulldown menu at the top right corner of the screen, and select the digitizer option.

Setting the Time

The General Preferences screen is the first screen to display after you align the digitizer on your SPT 1700 terminal.

If the General Preferences screen is not on your SPT 1700 terminal

Note:

screen, you may have pressed one of the application buttons on the front panel. Refer to General Preferences on page 14-10 for information on displaying the General Preferences screen.

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To set the current time:

1. Tap the Set Time box in the General Preferences screen to open the Set Time

screen.

Tap here

2. Tap the up or down arrows to change the hour.

3. Tap the minutes box, and then tap the arrows to adjust the settings for the current

time.

4. Tap the AM or PM box to select the time of day.

Note:

Your SPT 1700 terminal can also display time based on a 24-hour clock. Refer to Formats Preferences on page 14-9.

5. Tap the OK button to close the Set Time screen and return to the General

Preferences screen.

Setting the Current Date

The Set Date box in the General Preferences screen is used to set the current date for your SPT 1700 terminal.

To set the current date:

1. Tap the Set Date box to open the Set Date screen.

2. Tap the arrows at the top to select the current year.

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Tap arrows to select year

Tap to select month

Tap to select d a te

3. Tap a month box to select the current month.

4. Tap the current date to close the Set Date screen and return to the General Preferences screen.

Note:

You do not need to adjust the other General Preference settings at this time. Refer to General Preferences on page 14-10 for information about the remaining options.

Configuring the Spectrum24 Network (SPT 174x only)

Before the SPT 174x can be used on the Spectrum24 wireless LAN, your facility must be set up with the equipment required to run the wireless LAN and your terminal must be properly configured. Refer to Chapter 2, terminal for use with Spectrum24.

Network Setup

for instructions on configuring your

Configuring the Wide Area Network (SPT 173x only)

Before the SPT 173X can be used on a WAN (CDPD or GSM), your terminal must be properly configured. Refer to Chapter 2, terminal for use with a WAN.

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Network Setup

for instructions on configuring your

Getting Started with the SPT 1700

Using the SPT 1700

This section describes the procedures for the basic use of the SPT 1700 series terminal. Topics covered include powering on the terminal, using the backlight, adjusting the screen contrast, writing with the stylus, and using the onscreen keyboard.

Using the Power Button/Backlight Control

The power button turns the SPT 1700 on and off. This button also serves as your backlight control for low-light conditions. With the unit on, press and hold the power button for approximately 2 seconds to turn the backlight on and off.

Note:

When the backlight is on, the screen text displays in reverse video.

Using the Contrast Control

The contrast control button is located on the lower right-hand side of the terminal.

Contrast Control

To adjust the contrast:

1. Press the contrast control button, which displays the contrast adjusting bar on the

terminal’s screen.

2. Using your stylus, adjust the contrast by scrolling the contrast bar until the contrast

is set to the desired level, or use either of the scroll buttons on the top of the terminal to adjust the contrast level.

3. Press the contrast control button or tap

contrast control.

on the terminal screen to turn off the

Done

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Writing with the Stylus

Your SPT 1700 includes Graffiti® handwriting software as the primary system for entering text and numbers. Graffiti is a system where simple strokes you write with the stylus are instantly recognized as letters or numbers. Refer to

Writing Graffiti with the Stylus

on page

3-6 for more information.

Using the Onscreen Keyboard

You can activate the on-screen keyboard any time you need to enter text or numbers on your SPT 1700. Note that you cannot enter Graffiti characters while using the on-screen keyboard.

To use the on-screen keyboard:

1. Open any SPT 1700 application.

2. Tap any record name, or tap the

3. Tap the left target to open the Alpha keyboard, or tap the right target to open the Numeric keyboard.

button with the tip of the stylus.

New

Refer to

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Tap here for letters keyboard

Using the On-Screen Keyboard

Tap here for numbers keyboard

on page 3-17 for additional information.

Icon Descriptions

Getting Started with the SPT 1700

Applications Icon

Calculator Icon

Menu Icon

Find Icon

Tap to exit the current application and to display a list of available applications for selection.

Tap to display the calculator application.

Tap from within an application to display the menu of options for the selected application.

Tap from within an application to enter search criteri a to find an entry.

Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop Software

Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop software extends many of the functions of your SPT 1700 Series terminal to your computer. Although using Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop software is optional, when you use it with your SPT 1700 Series terminal and the built-in HotSync technology, you can fully synchronize the information on your SPT 1700 Series terminal with the information on your computer. Changes you make on your SPT 1700 Series terminal or Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop display in both places after you synchronize.

With Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop software you can:

• Work with your SPT 1700 terminal applications on your computer. The Symbol

Palm Terminal Desktop software duplicates the Date Book, Address Book, To Do List and Memo Pad applications on your SPT 1700 terminal, so you can view, enter and modify any data stored on your SPT 1700 terminal.

• Back up the data stored on your SPT 1700 terminal with HotSync technology and

synchronize the data with the Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop software. Synchronization is a one-step procedure that ensures your data is always safe and up-to-date. Refer to Chapter 9,

Applicatio ns: HotSync ®

for information about using

this feature.

• Import and export data, so you can easily transfer data from other Windows

applications into Address Book or Memo Pad.

• Print your Date Book, Address Book, T o Do List and Memo Pad information on any

Windows-compatible printer.

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System Requirements

To install and operate the Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop software, your computer system must meet the following requirements:

• Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0

• IBM-compatible 486 computer or higher

• 8 MB RAM (memory)

• 12 MB available hard disk space

• VGA monitor or better

• CD-ROM drive

• Mouse

• One available serial port.

minimum,

16 MB recommended

Optional Equipment

• Modem

• Windows-compatible printer.

Symbol Palm T erminal Desktop Software Installation

The following instructions guide you through installing the Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop software. After you install the software, refer to the Help menu for complete information about how to use the Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop software.

To ensure a safe and uninterrupted installation of the Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop software, do the following before installing:

• Connect the cradle to your computer.

• If you have placed your SPT 1700 terminal in the cradle, remove it during software

installation.

• Exit all programs, including those that run automatically at startup, such as fax software, virus protection software, screen-saver software, and application toolbars such as Microsoft

• Do

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simply copy the Symbol Palm T erminal Desktop files to your hard drive. You

not

must use th e installer to place the files in their proper locations and then decompress them.

Office.

Getting Started with the SPT 1700

To install the Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop software:

1. Insert the Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop Software CD into the CD-ROM drive on

the PC.

2. If your CD-ROM supports the auto-run feature, an installation menu automatically

displays on your desktop. If not, navigate to your CD-ROM drive and double-click on setup.exe. The Welcome Screen displays.

3. Follow the directions as the installation program guides you through the install

process.

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Chapter 2

Network Setup

Chapter Contents

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

Configuring a Spectrum24 Connection (SPT 174x Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Configuring a CDPD WAN Connection (SPT 1733 Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Setup Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Maintenance Screens and Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Merlin Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15

Merlin Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15

Advanced Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16

Help Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24

Configuring a GSM WAN Connection (SPT 1734 Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25

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Network Setup

Introduction

Wireless networks allow SPT 1700 series terminals to communicate wirelessly, and to send captured data “real time” to a host device. Terminals and their supported network types are:

T ermi n al Network Te chn olog y SPT 174x SPT 1733 SPT 1734

Before a terminal can be used on a Spectrum24 LAN, your facility must be set up with the equipment required to run the network and the terminal must be properly configured. Before a terminal can be used on a CDPD/GSM WAN, you must activiate your device on the network. Refer to the following sections for specific configuration information for each terminal type:

CDPD WAN Connection (SPT 1733 Only) 1734 Only)

Configuring a Spectrum24 Connection (SPT 174x Only), Configuring a

Spectrum 24 (LAN) CDPD (WAN) GSM (WAN)

, and

Configuring a GSM WAN Connection (SPT

Configuring a Spectrum24 Connection (SPT 174x Only)

To configure your SPT 174x terminal for use on a Spectrum24 network:

1. On the Main Application screen, tap the icon.

2. Tap the preference options pick list and select Network. The Network Preference screen displays:

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Note:

Refer to Network Preferences Menu Commands on page 14-27 for details about using the Network Preferences menu options.

3. T ap the Service pick list and select Spectrum24, then tap Details. The Spectrum24 Preferences screen displays:

Enter the following information:

4. Extended Service Set ID (ESS ID). The ESS ID identifies the radio network and differentiates between different radio

networks. All terminals on the same network, as well as the access points in your facility, must have the same ESS ID. Ask your System Administrator for the correct ESS ID number of your network.

5. Internet Protocol address (IP). Each SPT 174x terminal requires a unique internet address (IP address). This

address can be administered and entered manually through the terminal, or administered and allocated by a server on the network, using DHCP.

Note:

The default value for this field is Use DHCP. Use this option if you want the IP address to be dynamically selected by the DHCP server.

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a. To manually enter the IP address information for this terminal, deselect Use

DHCP and tap Settings. The IP Settings screen displays:

b. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask, and Gateway address for this terminal. Tap each field to display a keypad for selection of the address information. Each

part of the four-part address must be in the range of 0-255; numbers are the only allowable characters in these fields. Ask your Internet Service Provider or your System Administrator for the correct IP, Subnet and Gateway information.

c. Tap

to exit the Keypad.

Done

d. Tap OK to save the information and return to the Spectrum24 Preferences

screen.

6. To enable DNS, tap the Enable DNS box. A Details button is added to the screen.

Note:

Many systems do not require a DNS. If you are not sure, leave the DNS fields blank.

a. Tap Details to display the Details screen.

Enter the Host and Domain Names. If you need more space to enter name information, tap the arrow to the right of these fields to display a blank screen.

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Tap the Primary and Secondary DNS fields to display a keypad to enter the address information for these fields. Each part of the four-part address must be in the range of 0-255; numbers are the only allowable characters in these fields. Ask your Internet Service Provider or System Administrator for the correct Primary or Secondary DNS numbers.

b. Tap OK to save the information and return to the Spectrum24 Preferences

Screen, or Cancel to return to this screen without saving the DNS information.

7. Tap the

Note:

This button is available for the SPT 1746 only.

Radio Config

button to set the radio configuration parameters.

a. The following parameters display:

PwrMode The power-saving level of the terminal.

Diversity Determines whether the radio firmware

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“5” uses the least power and is the recommended configuration.

attempts to use one or two antenna ports for communications. It is important to match this setting with the actual number of anten nas in use.

If set to “Both”, the radio firmware attempts to use both antenna ports for communications.

is the default and provides the

Both

best chance of a clear signal.

Channel The specific Direct-Sequence Channel

used for communications between the AP (Access Point) and the MU (Mobile Unit). Channels are unique per country .

Preamble Approximately 8 bytes of the packet

header generated by the AP and is attached to the packet prior to transmission. Preamble length is transmission data rate dependent. The short preamble is 50% shorter than long preamble.

Both the MU and AP need to be set to the same preamble to associate.

Encryption Tap to enable encryption, an efficient

method of preventing data theft and improving data security.

Key Index The specific algorithm used for each

encryption key.

Encrypt Len Encryption length.

Choose either 40 bit or 128 bit. 40-bit encryption: Requires a 10 Hex

digit Encryption key. 128-bit encryption: Requires an access

code. Contact the Symbol Technologies Support Center (1-800-653-5350) for details.

Network Setup

Keys 1 - 4 Specific key codes required for

encryption.

Note:Symbol Technologies recommends using the default settings, as

they have been set to maximize the performance of the SPT 1746.

8. Tap

when configuration is complete, then tap OK to return to the Spectrum24

Done

Preferences screen.

9. Tap

Connect

to connect to the network.

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Configuring a CDPD WAN Connection (SPT 1733 Only)

Before the SPT 1733 terminal can be used, you need to be activated on a CDPD network. All CDPD identification and address information is entered through the Preferences

application on the SPT 1733 terminal. To configure your SPT 1733 terminal for use on a CDPD network, tap the icon from the

Applications Launcher. The main Merlin screen displays:

Setup Wizard

The first time that the MerlinTM Modem Manager software is started the Setup Wizard will display and prompt you through the steps to configure and set up the terminal for operation.

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Note:

If this is not the first time you are accessing the Merlin Modem Manager, Tap the icon and select Setup Wizard from the Merlin menu.

At any time, you can choose to cancel the Setup Wizard and exit back to the Application Launcher by tapping the

Cancel

button. If you do choose to cancel, the Setup Wizard will be displayed the next time that the Modem Manager is selected. It is recommended that once you begin the setup process you continue through to its completion.

1. To begin configuration, tap

. The Network Provider screen displays:

2. Select a Wireless Provider from the pick list:

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3. Tap Other if you need to enter a Service Provider Interface number representing a

different carrier. The following screen displays:

4. Enter the SPI number and tap

5. The Network Provider screen reappears. Tap

Note:

The Setup Wizard will not proceed until a CDPD carrier selection

Done

to continue.

has been made.

6. The Configure Palm Device screen displays:

7. Tap the

Configure Preferences

button to configure the terminal with the network library settings that Symbol recommends. A “Palm Configuration Complete” message will display below the

Configure Preferences

button when the process is

finished.

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Note:

If you are confident that the Network Preferences are correct, you may bypass this step. However, it strongly suggested that you verify preference configuration.

Network Setup

8. Tap

to continue. The Contact A Provider screen displays:

You are informed that you will need an IP address and two DNS addresses from your Network Provider before continuing. Tap

to continue.

9. The Settings screen display s:

10. Enter the required information and tap

to continue. You are prompted to

confirm the settings. Verify the information you entered is accurate and tap

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11. Once the modem has been configured, the Auto Config screen displays:

Tap to attempt

connection with the

network now

T ap if you are going to wait for your account to be registered

Tapping either button displays the Check Network screen as the modem attempts to register.

12. When the modem connects successfully and the following screen displays:

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Maintenance Screens and Menus

The SPT 1733 terminal includes menu commands to make it fast and easy to configure and check the status of your modem. This section explains the menu commands specific to the Merlin Modem Manager.

Quick Status Screen

The initial Merlin Modem Manager screen displays numerous modem parameters. These include the detection of a CDPD channel and whether the modem has successfully registered. The modem's status is updated every 3 seconds.

Setting Description

Cellular Signal Present

CDPD Service Detected

Modem Ready Registered

RSSI

Error Detect

System Busy

When checked, it indicates that the modem has identified a cellular signal.

When checked, it indicates that the modem has identified and is synchronized to a CDPD signal in the area.

When checked, it indicates that the modem has successfully registered with a CDPD service provider in the coverage area. When the indicator is lit a working data connection exists and can be used by other applications to tran sm it and re ce iv e data. Until this checkbox is selected, the modem can neither transmit nor receive data.

Measures Received Signal Strength from the wireless base station. These values range from one to ten bars. The greater the number of bars, the better the performance of the modem.

When checked, it indicates that a large number of errors have been detected by the modem. Under these circumstances the modem may continue to operate but with a severely reduced performance, caused by the increased likelihood of connection retries and data errors when communicating with the wireless base station.

When checked, it indicates that the currently detected CDPD system is busy. The modem may continue to operate but at a decreased level of performance.

Wireless Provider

Displays the CDPD channel’s System Provider’s Identifier.

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Setting Description

RF Channel Shows the CDPD channel that is currently active. If the unit is

not registered or is searching for a channel, the value displayed will be either "Searching A" or "Searching B”, depending on the state of the modem. Once a channel has been detected, a numeric value for the channel is displayed.

Registration Error This shows either "None" or a numeric value between 1 and

7. If "None" is displayed there was a successful registration without any errors. If a numeric error code is displayed then an error has occurred. Tap to display details about the error.

Shutdown Turns the modem off.

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Merlin Menu Options

Tapping the Menu key provides a series of menus. Merlin Modem Manager software supports shortcuts to access any of the menus. The following are the available menu options.

Merlin Menu

Disconnect

Shutdown

Reconnect

Network Prefs

Setup Wizard

Terminates the active Network session with the modem. If disconnected, the Merlin Modem Manager can no longer perform 3-second updates.

Performs the same function as Disconnect. T erminates the active Network session with the modem and forces

the modem to power off. If the modem is shutdown, the Merlin Modem Manager can no longer perform 3-second updates.

Reconnects a network session that has previously been disconnected. When updates of the software begin again.

Brings the user directly to the Network Preferences screen. Refer to Chapter 14,

Launches the Setup Wizard to configure your modem.

Reconnect

Applications: Preferences

is selected, the 3-second

for details.

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Advanced Menu

Config (Configuration)

Status

Terminal

Ping

Configuration Screen

Displays the network connection configuration screen, allowing you to make the desired changes or refinements to your network settings. Refer to on page 2-16 for detailed information.

Displays the Detailed Status screen, which shows various details about how your modem is connecting to a Network or the Internet. This screen is used for diagnostic purposes and for assisting customer service in diagnosing any problems you may encounter with Network connections. Refer to 20 for detailed information.

Displays the terminal emulator, allowing you to connect to and send AT commands to the modem. Refer to

Screen

Displays the Ping screen, allowing to send a packet to a particular IP address to determine if it is online. Refer to

Ping Screen

on page 2-22 for detailed information.

on page 2-23 for detailed information.

Configuration Screen

Status Screen

on page 2-

Terminal

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You can select any of the buttons, or triggers, and modify their settings. Note that none of your changes will become active until you tap the

button. When

Save

is selected, you

Save

are provided with the Disconnecting and Reconnecting screens, indicating that the settings are being saved and the modem is being reset with the new settings. The

Save

button also

returns you to the Quick Status screen.

IP Address This is the current IP address of the modem. Tap to enter

a new IP address.

Primary DNS This is the current Primary DNS address of the modem.

Tap to enter a new DNS address.

Secondary DNS This is the current Secondary DNS address of the modem.

Tap to enter a new DNS address.

Sleep Mode Allows or disallows the modem to enter the low-power

mode. Please note that this feature is only functional when used on Wireless IP networks that support it.

Network Provider Configure the side preferen ce s for the modem. Al l CDPD

systems are cate go rize d in to " A" sy stem s or "B " sy st ems . This setting determines which system category (categories) how the modem will search for a CDPD system among the t wo s yst em c at eg ory choi ce s. R e fer t o

Network Provider pick list

on page 2-18 for detailed

information.

SPI, SPNI, WASI Configures all identification values for a particular system

or Wireless IP network. Also called Service ID parameters.

Service ID Pref Configures the preferences for the service ID parameters.

Refer to

Network Provider pick list

on page 2-18 for

detailed information.

Channel Hot List Configures a list of channels upon which the modem will

attempt to find service. This user-configurable list can contain up to 32 channels, listed in the particular order that you want the modem to use.

Hot List Operation Configures how the Channel Hot List entered is used.

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Sleep Mode pick list

Enabled The modem will attempt to enter a low-power mode if it is not required to

carry out any communications with a Network. The modem may respond sluggishly to the first communication request when it is required again.

Disabled The modem is not allowed to enter sleep mode.

Network Provider pick list

A only The modem will search for a CDPD system on the "A" side only . For users

who do not roam, this selection can sometimes speed the registration process, as the modem does not have to look on the "B" side as well before it can register.

B only Same as "A only" except on the "B" side. Prefer A The modem will search for a CDPD system on the "A" side first and

attempt registration on any system it finds. However, if the modem cannot register on the "A" side, it will then attempt to find service on the "B" side. For users who roam, this setting would be appropriate if the home system was on the "A" side.

Prefer B The modem will search for a CDPD system on the "B" side first and

attempt registration on any system it finds. However, if the modem cannot register on the "B" side, it will then attempt to find service on the "A" side. For users who roam, this setting would be appropriate if the home system was on the "B" side.

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Service ID Pref pick list

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Only SvcID The modem will attempt to detect

ID parameters for registration. This is useful in cases where the user wishes to prevent roaming to any other system but his home one.

PreferSvcId The modem will first attempt to register on the system described

by the SPI/WASI/SPNI entries. If no system is found, the modem will attempt to register on the remaining available systems in the area. This is useful in situations where the user spends most of his time in one area and occasionally roams. In this case, the user would enter the Network ID parameters that reflect the system he most often will register on. Another situation where this may be useful is in cases where the user has two systems in his area but prefers service on one due to rate advantages, etc.

IgnoreSvcID The modem will attempt to register on any system but that

reflected in the Network ID entries. This is useful in situations where the user wishes to block registration on systems in his area that he does not have an agreement with. This may speed up the registration process in some areas.

Any SvcID The SPI/WASI/SPNI entries are ignored. This is the default

configuration and ensures that the modem will attempt to register on any valid system that it can find.

the system in the Service

only

Hot List Operation pick list

Scan All Ignores the list of channels and search all of them. Use List Attempts to search for system on the channels in the list. If service

cannot be found on those channels, the user will be unregistered.

Hybrid Attempts to search for systems on the given channels first, and

then opens the search up to all channels if none can be found. Given this selection, the modem will also update the channel list automatically with any channel on which it has found service. In this way, the channel list is eventually updated with all CDPD systems in the area.

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Status Screen

The Status screen shows modem information which is updated every 3 seconds.This screen was designed to assist support personnel in diagnosing problems with your modem. If a problem develops, the Symbol Support Center (Refer to page -xix for contact information) will find the information displayed here of importance.

There are no menus on this screen and no place for user entry.

Note:

Tapping Done will return you to the Quick Status screen.

Symbol Support Centers

CDPD Entry

SEARCH ACQ'D

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identifies the current CDPD acquisition state.

The modem is searching for service. The modem has acquired or synchronized to a CDPD system in

the area.

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RSSI Entry is the signal strength measured on the current channel. During the SEARCH phase of operation, this value may vary according to the channel on which an attempt will be made. When ACQ'D, the signal strength measurement should remain somewhat constant.

Color Area color code being transmitted by the CDPD system. Chan The current channel. During the SEARCH phase, this value may

change according to the channel that is being attempted. Once a channel has been ACQ'D, this should remain relatively constant.

CellID CDPD Base Station identifier number. BLER A measurement of the error rate on the forward channel detected by

the modem.

Side Display of the current Side, given the A/B side distribution of the CDPD

channels.

PL The current Power Level value at which transmission will take place. SPI The current CDPD Base Station Service Provider Identifier. WASI The current CDPD Base Station Wide Area Service Identifier. SPNI The current CDPD Base Station Service Provider Network Identifier. PwrProd The Power Product value transmitted by the current CDPD system. RegErr A numeric value representing the last registration error encountered. A

value of 1-7 indicates an error; a value of 0 indicates no error and a value of 255 indicates no registration attempt was made.

Link Identifies the current CDPD communication link state. Can be Locked

or Searching.

IP is the IP address of the unit. EID is the Equipment ID of the unit.

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Terminal Screen

The Terminal provides an internal terminal emulator for communication with the modem, allowing users to further customize the operation of their modem based on the AT command set.

To begin a terminal session:

1. Tap the Going online terminates any active network session and establishes a serial

session to the modem. The screen shows the data that is being received from the modem. As data is

received, it is displayed line by line on the screen display. Scroll bars automatically display when the amount of displayed data exceeds the physical size of the SPT 1733 terminal’s total display area. Y ou c an scroll ba ck and forth t hrough most o f the previously displayed data. There is a physical limitation on how much previous data can be scrolled and once this limitation is reached, the oldest data will be overwritten, so the screen buffer always maintains the last 2000 bytes of data from the modem.

2. Tap

3. Tap

4. Tap the

At the bottom of the screen is a field for entry of an AT command. There are a number of pre-defined commands that are included in the Cmd pick list. When you selection of any of these commands, the modem will automatically send the command, without the need to press

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Offline Done

returning you to the Quick Status scree n.

button.

Online

button to close the serial session.

to terminate any serial session and re-establish a network session,

button to clear the current screen buffer.

Clear

button.

Send

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Ping Screen

From this screen you can send a PING request to another network device whose network address you already know. This is useful to verify network connectivity.

As with other PING applications, you must enter the IP address of the other network device in the IP field and then select the desired payload size. Pressing the the PING. A status line will provide information on whether or not the PING was successful by displaying a "Success" or "Fail" message. There is a 20 second timeout for a response before a "Success" or "Fail" message may display.

Please note that there are some limitations on this PING implementation:

button will send

Send

• The size of PING payload is limited to 99 bytes. If a payload of greater than that is

entered, a data error message will be displayed.

• The delay to wait for response is fixed at 20 seconds.

After you have viewed this information, press the OK button to return to the Quick Status screen.

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Help Menu

The Help menu shows basic information about your modem, modem driver, and Merlin application.

Modem Info Displays the Quick Status screen. Refer to 2-13 for

details.

Driver Info Displays the version of the modem driver. About Displays version and copyright information for Merlin.

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Configuring a GSM WAN Connection (SPT 1734 Only)

To set up a new connection configuration:

1. Tap the icon to open the Applications Launcher.

2. Tap the icon to open the HotSync application.

3. Tap the icon to display the HotSync Options menu and select Connection

Setup.The Connection Preferences screen displays:

4. Tap

5. Enter a name for the connection (i.e., GSM modem) and select GSM Driver to

Modem as the Connection Method. Refer to

page 9-15 for additional information about this screen.

6. Tap the OK button, followed by the

to create a new configuration. The Edit screen displays:

New

Preparing Your SPT 1700 Terminal for a Modem HotSync Operation

button.

Done

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Working with Your SPT 1700

Terminal

Chapter Contents

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

Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Changing the Applications Launcher Display Format. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Switching Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Setting Preferences for Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

Displaying Applications by Category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

Writing Graffiti with the Stylus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

Practicing Graffiti with the Memo Pad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

Writing Letters With Graffiti. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Writing Numbers With Graffiti. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12

Writing Punctuation Marks With Graffiti . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13

Writing Symbols and Extended Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14

Writing Accented Characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15

Accent Strokes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15

Additional Non-English Characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15

Navigation Strokes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15

Graffiti ShortCuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16

Using the On-Screen Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17

Using Application Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19

Using Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20

Choosing a Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20

Graffiti Menu Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21

Edit Menu Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21

Choosing Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23

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Using Categories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-24

Using Categories in Lists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-25

Defining a New Category. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-26

Renaming Categories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-27

Attaching Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-29

Marking Private Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-30

Beaming Information to Other SPT 1700 Terminals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-30

Scanning with the SPT 1700. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-32

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Introduction

This chapter explains how to open applications, use the on-screen keyboard, write with the

stylus, perform scanning, and use common features on your SPT 1700 terminal.

Applications

Your SPT 1700 terminal is equipped with a variety of applications which display in the

Applications Launcher. Use the Applications Launcher to open any application installed on

your SPT 1700 terminal. You can also open the four main applications — Date Book,

Address Book, To Do List and Memo Pad — with the buttons on the front panel of your SPT

1700 terminal.

Tip:

The buttons on the front panel provide instant access to the selected

application. You don’t need to turn on your SPT 1700 terminal first.

The Applications Launcher also displays the current time, battery level and application

category.

To open applications:

1. Tap the icon on the SPT 1700 terminal screen to open the Applications Launcher.

2. T ap the icon of the application that you want to open. If you have many applications installed on your SPT 1700 terminal, tap the scroll bar to see all of your applications.

Tip:

As a shortcut, write the Graffiti

first letter of the application you want to use. The Applications Launcher scrolls to

handwriting software character stroke for the

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the first application that begins with that letter. Refer to

on page 3-12 for additional information.

Graffiti

Writing Capital Letters With

Changing the Applications Launcher Display Format

By default the Applications Launcher displays each application as an icon. As an alternative, you can choose to show a list of applications.

To change the Applications Launcher display:

1. Tap the icon on the SPT 1700 terminal screen to open the Applications Launcher.

2. Tap the icon to open the Applications Launcher menus.

3. Tap Preferences from the Options menu to open the Preferences screen.

4. Tap the View By pick list and select the List option.

Note:

Tap the Remember Last Category checkbox to display only the last category of applications that you have selected.

5. Tap the OK button to close the Preferences screen and display the Applications Launcher in list format.

Switching Applicat ions

When working in any application, you can tap the icon or press the buttons on the front panel to switch to any other application. Your SPT 1700 terminal saves your work in the current application and displays it when you return to the current screen.

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Setting Preferences for Applications

You can set preferences for individual applications in the Preferences screen. Not all applications have preference settings.

To set preferences for an application:

1. Open an application.

2. Tap the Menu icon.

3. From the Options menu, select Preferences.

4. Enter the desired preference settings; then tap OK.

Displaying Applications by Category

The category feature enables you to limit the number of applications that display on the screen. Y ou can assign your applications to categories and then choose to display a single category or all your applications.

To display applications by category:

1. Tap the icon on the SPT 1700 terminal screen to open the Applications

Launcher.

2. Tap the icon to open the Applications Launcher menus.

3. Tap Category from the App menu to open the Category screen.

4. Tap the pick list next to each application to assign it to a category.

Tip: To create a new category, tap Edit Category from the pick list to open the Edit Categories screen. Tap the

button to add the category. Tap OK to close the Edit Categories screen.

button, enter the category name, and then tap the

New

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5. Tap the Launcher.

6. Tap the pick list in the upper-right corner of the screen and select the application category you want to display.

Tip: You can also tap the icon to scroll through the application categories.

button to close the Category screen and return to the Applications

Done

Writing Graffiti with the Stylus

Your SPT 1700 terminal includes Graffiti handwriting software as the primary system for entering text and numbers. Graffiti is a system where simple strokes you write with the stylus are instantly recognized as letters or numbers.

This section explains the basics of Graffiti, and how to make strokes in the Graffiti writing area. Your SPT 1700 terminal also includes Giraffe — a game you can use to practice writing Graffiti. Refer to Giraffe.

Installing Games

Practicing Graffiti with the Memo Pad

The Memo Pad application is ideal for practicing the Graffiti alphabet. This section explains how to open the Memo Pad and use it to practice Graffiti. A complete explanation of the Memo Pad application appears in Chapter 13,

To open the Memo Pad application:

on page 19-6 for instructions on how to install

Applications: Memo Pad

1. Press the button on the front of your SPT 1700 terminal to open the Memo Pad application.

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2. Tap the

Note:

button to open a new Memo Page.

New

New memo cursor

Tap New

Write in Graffiti area

A cursor displays in the upper-left corner of the Memo Page to indicate where new text will display.

Writing Letters With Graffiti

Most people find they can enter text quickly and accurately with only minutes of practice. Graffiti includes any character you can type on a standard keyboard. The Graffiti strokes closely resemble those of the regular alphabet which makes it quick and easy to learn. For example, the following Graffiti strokes are portions of the regular alphabet equivalents.

K 5

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There are four basic concepts for success with Graffiti:

• Draw the character shape exactly as shown in the tables later in this chapter (like the shapes shown in the following diagram).

• The heavy dot on each shape shows where to begin the stroke. Certain characters have similar shapes, but different begin and end points. Always begin the stroke at the heavy dot. (Do not draw the heavy dot; it is there only as a guideline).

• Most characters require only a single stroke. When you lift the stylus from the Graffiti writing area, your SPT 1700 terminal recognizes and displays the text character immediately.

• The Graffiti writing area is divided into two parts: one for writing the letters of the alphabet and one for writing numbers. The small marks at the top and bottom of the Graffiti writing area indicate the two areas.

Write letters here Write numbers here

Division marks

To write letters of the alphabet with Graffiti:

1. Tap the screen where you want to write your text (an entry in your Data Book, an e-mail address, etc.).

Note:

A blinking cursor must display onscreen above the Graffiti writing area before you can begin writing text.

2. Use the

The Graffiti Alphabet

on page 3-11 to find the stroke shape for the letter

you want to create. For example, the stroke shown below creates the letter “n.”

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Note:

There are two different stroke shapes available for some letters. For these letters, choose the one that’s easiest for you.

Lift stylus here

Start stroke at heavy dot

As you’ll see later, you use these shapes to create both upper- and lowercase letters.

3. Position the stylus in the left-hand side of the Graffiti writing area.

4. Start your stroke at the heavy dot, and draw the stroke shape as it displays in the

table.

Note:

Don’t try to draw the dot shape itself. The heavy dot is there to show the starting point of the stroke.

5. Lift the stylus from the screen at the end of the stroke shape.

That’s all there is to it! When you lift the stylus from the screen, your SPT 1700 terminal recognizes your stroke immediately and prints the letter at the insertion point on the screen.

As soon as you lift the stylus from the screen, you can begin the stroke for the next character you want to write.

Caution

You must make the character strokes in the Graffiti writing area or your SPT 1700 terminal does not recognize them as text characters.

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Graffiti Tips

When writing with Graffiti, keep these tips in mind:

• Accuracy improves when you write large characters. Draw strokes that nearly fill the Graffiti writing area.

• To delete characters, simply set the insertion point to the right of the character you want to delete and make the backspace stroke (a line from right to left) in the Graffiti writing area.

• Write at natural speed. Writing too slowly can generate recognition errors.

• Do not write on a slant. Vertical strokes should be parallel to the sides of the Graffiti

writing area.

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The Graffiti Alphabet

Letter Strokes Letter Strokes

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Space Back Space

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Carriage Return

Period

tap twice

Writing Capital Letters With Graffiti

Make capital letters with the same stroke shapes as the basic

Note:

alphabet characters. First “shift” to caps — just as you press the Shift key on a keyboard — and then write the character strokes. Graffiti includes a Smart Shifting feature which automatically capitalizes the first letter when you create a new entry (by tapping a New button or a blank line).

To draw the first letter of a word as a capital letter use the Caps Shift stroke:

Caps Shift

When Caps Shift is active, an “up arrow” symbol displays in the lower-right

Tip:

corner of the SPT 1700 terminal screen.

To enter only capital letters (Caps Lock) use the Caps Lock stroke:

Caps Lock

When Caps Lock is active, an underlined “up arrow” symbol displays in the

Tip:

lower-right corner of the SPT 1700 terminal screen. To return to lowercase, make the Caps Shift stroke.

Writing Numbers With Graffiti

Writing numbers with Graffiti is similar to writing letters, except that you make the character strokes on the right-hand side (numbers side) of the Graffiti writing area.

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Graffiti Numbers

Number Strokes Number Strokes

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Writing Punctuation Marks With Graffiti

Graffiti can create any punctuation symbol that you can enter from a standard keyboard. All punctuation marks begin with a single tap on the Graffiti writing area. When you make this tap, you activate Punctuation Shift and a dot displays to show it is active. The next stroke you make with the stylus creates a punctuation mark.

Punctuation shift

Symbol Stroke Symbol Stroke

Period

Dash

—

Comma

Apostrophe

Question

Left Paren

(

Right Paren

)

Slash

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Exclamation

Dollar

Additional Graffiti Punctuation

@ # % ^ & * < > – + = |

\ { } [ ] ~ ` ; : " tab

When Punctuation Shift is active, you can make a symbol stroke

Note:

anywhere in the Graffiti writing area (the letters or numbers side).

Writing Symbols and Extended Characters

All symbols and extended characters begin with the stroke in the Graffiti writing area of your SPT 1700:

Symbol

Shift

When the Symbol Shift is active, a slanted shift symbol displays in the lower-right corner of the screen. The next stroke that you make creates the symbol or extended character.

•   

–

==c

∅

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Writing Accented Characters

To create accented characters, draw the stroke normally used to letter, followed by an accent stroke. Graffiti then adds the accent to the letter.

For example, the following diagram shows the strokes required to draw an accented “e.”

= e

Accent Strokes

a a a a a a

Using these accent strokes, you can write the following accented letters:

∆

à á â ã ä å è é ê ‘ “ ’ ” • ò — ô õ ö ù ú û ü – ÿ n

Additional Non-English Characters

Y ou can write the following characters in the lowercase alphabet mode without any special punctuation or shifting:

Note:

You must write these non-English characters in the left side of the Graffiti writing area.

Navigation Strokes

In addition to character symbols, Graffiti includes special strokes that you can use to navigate within text or fields in your SPT 1700 terminal applications.

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Navigation Command Stroke

Move cursor right

Move cursor left

Previous field (Address Book only)

Next Field (Address Book only)

Open Address Record (Address Book only)

Graffiti ShortCuts

Graffiti’s ShortCuts are similar to the Glossary or Autotext features of some word processors and make entering commonly used words or phrases quick and easy.

Graffiti comes with several predefined ShortCuts, and you can also create your own. Each ShortCut can represent up to 45 characters. For example, you might create a ShortCut for your name, or for the header of a memo. Refer to learn about creating your own ShortCuts.

ShortCuts Preferences

on page 14-29 to

To use a ShortCut, draw the ShortCut stroke followed by the ShortCut characters. When you draw the ShortCut stroke, the ShortCut symbol displays at the insertion point to show that you are in ShortCut mode.

ShortCut

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Your SPT 1700 terminal includes the following predefined Graffiti ShortCuts:

Entry ShortCut Date stamp Time stamp Date / time stamp Meeting Breakfast Lunch Dinner

ts dts me

For example, to enter the current date and time, draw the following strokes:

Using the On-Screen Keyboard

You can activate the on-screen keyboard any time you need to enter text or numbers on your SPT 1700 terminal as an alternative to Graffiti. Note that you cannot enter Graffiti characters while using the on-screen keyboard.

To use the on-screen keyboard:

1. Open any SPT 1700 terminal application (such as the Memo Pad application, as described in the previous section).

2. Tap any record name, or tap the

New

button.

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3. Tap the left target to open the Alpha keyboard, or tap the right target to open the Numeric keyboard.

Tap here for letters keyboard

Tap here for numbers keyboard

Alpha

Tab

Caps lock

Caps shift

Tap here to display Alpha keyboard

Numeric

Tap here to display Numeric keyboard

Backspace

Carriage return

International

Tap here to display International keyboard

4. Tap the characters of the on-screen keyboard to enter text and numbers.

Note:

The on-screen keyboard also includes a dialog for international characters. You can switch among the three dialogs at any time to enter the exact text you need.

After you finish, tap the

button to close the on-screen keyboard and place the text in

Done

your SPT 1700 terminal application.

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Using Application Controls

SPT 1700 applications include several types of controls. Once you become familiar with these controls, you can easily select options and navigate through your SPT 1700 terminal applications. The following table lists the controls and how to use them.

Check box.

box, the corresponding option is active. If a check box is empty, tap it to insert a check mark. If a check box is checked, tapping it removes the check mark

Scroll arrows.

previous page of information, or tap the down arrow to display the next page. These arrows perform the same function as pressing the upper and lower portions of the scroll button on the front panel of the SPT 1700 terminal.

Pick list

and then tap an item on the list to select it.

Button

display with different text depending on their function. In most cases, tapping a button opens or closes a dialog. A dialog is a screen that displays on your SPT 1700 terminal, prompting you to enter information or make settings. A dialog always contains an OK, Cancel or Done button, so you can close the dialog when you are through with it. The on-screen keyboard is an example of a dialog.

Scroll bar.

line at a time. To scroll to the previous page, tap the arrow at the top of the scroll bar. To scroll to the next page, tap the arrow at the bottom of the scroll bar.

When a check mark displ ays in a check

Tap the up arrow to display the

.Tap the arrow to display a list of choices,

.T ap a button to perform a command. Buttons

Drag the slider to scroll the display one

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Using Menus

Menus are a special set of commands available in most of your SPT 1700 terminal applications (Memo Pad, Date Book, etc.). The exact commands that display in the menus depend on the application that is currently running on your SPT 1700 terminal.

Some menu commands are common to all SPT 1700 terminal applications. These are described in this section; other menu commands are described in the chapters about each SPT 1700 terminal application.

To activate the menus:

1. Open an SPT 1700 terminal application (such as the Memo Pad, as described earlier in this chapter).

2. Tap the icon to open the menus for the application at the top of the screen.

Tap the Menus icon

In this example, three menus are available: Record, Edit and Options. The Record menu is selected and contains the “New Memo,” “Delete Memo” and “Beam Memo” commands.

Choosing a Menu

After you activate the menus for an application, tap the menu that contains the command you want to use.

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The menus and menu commands available depend on the application currently running on your SPT 1700 terminal, and vary depending on on the screen. Using the Memo Pad application as an example, the menus are different for the Memo List screen and the Memo screen.

which part

of the application is currently

Graffiti Menu Commands

Most menu commands have Graffiti “Command stroke” equivalents — similar to keyboar d commands on computers. The command letters display on the right side of the menu commands.

To use the Graffiti menu commands, draw the Command stroke followed by the corresponding command letter. When you draw the Command stroke, the Command symbol displays just above the Graffiti writing area to indicate that you are in Command mode.

Command

For example, to activate the Select All command in the previous diagram, draw the Command stroke, followed by the letter “s.”

Note:

You do not have to tap the icon or access the menus when you use the Graffiti menu commands. However, since the Command mode is active for approximately two seconds, you must write the letter character immediately to activate the menu command.

Edit Menu Commands

The Edit menu is available with any screen where you enter or edit text. In general, the Edit Menu commands available in the Edit menu apply to text that you

To select text in an application:

1. Tap the beginning of the text that you want to select.

2. Drag the stylus over the text to highlight it (in black).

Note:

You can drag across the text to select additional words, or drag down to select a group of lines.

in an application.

select

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The following commands may display in an Edit menu:

Undo Reverses the action of the

last edit

command. For example, if you used the Cut command to remove text, the Undo command replaces the text you removed.

Cut Removes the selected text and stores it

temporarily in the memory of your SPT 1700 terminal. You can paste the cut text into another area of the application or into a different application.

Copy Copies the selected text and stores it temporarily

in the memory of your SPT 1700 terminal. You can paste the copied text into another area of the application or into a different application.

Paste Inserts the text that you cut or copied at the

selected point in your SPT 1700 terminal application. The Paste command replaces any selected text. If you did not previously cut or copy text, the Paste command does nothing.

Select All Selects all of the text on the current record or

screen. This enables you to cut or copy all of the text and paste it elsewhere.

Keyboard Opens the on-screen keyboard. When you finish

with the on-screen keyboard, tap the Done button.

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Graffiti Help Opens the dialogs that show the Graffiti character

strokes. Use this command any time you forget a stroke for a particular character.

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Choosing Fonts

In most of your SPT 1700 terminal applications, you can change the font style to make the text on the screen easier to read. You can even choose a different font style for each application that supports this feature.

Note:

The Expense application does not support changing fonts.

To change the font style:

1. Open a SPT 1700 terminal application.

2. Tap the icon to open the menus at the top of the screen.

3. Tap Font from the Options menu to open the Select Font screen.

Tap here for large font

Tap here for bold font

Tap here for small font

4. Tap the font style you want to use.

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5. Tap the OK button to close the screen and return to the application with the new font style.

Small font

Bold font

Large font

Using Categories

Categories can help you group Address entries, To Do items, Memos, and Expense application records for easy review. You cannot, however, assign categories to Date Book events.

When you first create an entry, it is automatically assigned to the currently displayed category. For example, if a record is created while the Personal category is displayed, the record is assigned to the Personal category . If a record is created while the All category is displayed, it will be designated as “Unfiled,” which means it does not belong to any particular category . Y ou can leave an entry as Unfiled or assign it to a category at any time. Either way, the entry is always available until you delete it. The category you choose is used only for sorting and reviewing records, and does not affect the actual contents of the record.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

About This Guide

Introduction

Unpacking the Terminal

Parts of the SPT 1700

Getting Started with the SPT 1700

Setting Up the Cradle

Installing the Battery

Charging the Battery

Attaching the Handstrap

Starting the SPT 1700

Configuring the Spectrum24 Network (SPT 174x only)

Configuring the Wide Area Network (SPT 173x only)

Using the SPT 1700

Using the Power Button/Backlight Control

Using the Contrast Control

Writing with the Stylus

Using the Onscreen Keyboard

Icon Descriptions

Symbol Palm Terminal Desktop Software

System Requirements

Symbol Palm T erminal Desktop Software Installation

Introduction

Configuring a Spectrum24 Connection (SPT 174x Only)

Configuring a CDPD WAN Connection (SPT 1733 Only)

Setup Wizard

Maintenance Screens and Menus

Merlin Menu Options

Merlin Menu

Advanced Menu

Help Menu

Configuring a GSM WAN Connection (SPT 1734 Only)

Introduction

Applications

Changing the Applications Launcher Display Format

Switching Applicat ions

Setting Preferences for Applications

Displaying Applications by Category

Writing Graffiti with the Stylus

Practicing Graffiti with the Memo Pad

Writing Letters With Graffiti

Writing Numbers With Graffiti

Writing Punctuation Marks With Graffiti

Writing Symbols and Extended Characters

Writing Accented Characters

Accent Strokes

Additional Non-English Characters

Navigation Strokes

Graffiti ShortCuts

Using the On-Screen Keyboard

Using Application Controls

Using Menus

Choosing a Menu

Graffiti Menu Commands

Edit Menu Commands

Choosing Fonts

Using Categories