Toshiba HTK10 Users Manual

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CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION ·················································································· 5

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2. SAFETY REGULATIONS ········································································· 6

2.1.

General Safety Rules ········································································· 7

2.2.

Power Supply ··················································································· 7

2.3.

Laser Safety ····················································································· 7

2.4.

LED Safety ······················································································· 8

2.5.

FCC RF Exposure ············································································· 8

2.6.

CB Scheme ······················································································ 9

2.7.

FCC Part 15 Regulation ······································································ 9

2.8.

Canadian Compliance ········································································ 9

2.9.

Radio Compliance ············································································ 10

2.10.

WEEE Compliance ··········································································· 10

2.11.

China Compliance ············································································ 11

3. GETTING STARTED ············································································ 11

3.1.

Install the Battery ·············································································· 11

3.2.

Charge the Batteries ········································································· 12

3.3.

LED Indicators ················································································· 13

3.4.

Guidelines for Battery Pack Use and Disposal ········································ 13

3.5.

Turn Your Device On ········································································· 14

3.6.

Desktop ·························································································· 14

3.7.

Indicator Icons ················································································· 15

3.8.

Using the Stylus ··············································································· 16

3.9.

Selecting Program ············································································ 16

3.10.

Pop-Up Menus ················································································· 16

3.11.

Using Windows Explorer ···································································· 16

4. GET TO KNOW YOUR DEVICE ······························································· 17

4.1.

Feature of Your Device ······································································ 17

4.2.

HT-K10 Handy Terminal ···································································· 17

4.3.

Front Panel Layout ··········································································· 18

4.4.

Display Backlight ·············································································· 19

4.5.

Keypad Backlight ·············································································· 19

4.6.

Using Screen Protectors ···································································· 20

4.7.

Installing Your Screen Protector ·························································· 20

4.8.

Back Panel Layout ············································································ 22

4.9.

Left Side Panel Layout ······································································· 24

4.10.

Installing Memory Cards ···································································· 24

4.11.

Right Side Panel Layout····································································· 25

4.12.

Top Panel Layout ············································································· 25

4.13.

Bottom Panel Layout ········································································· 26

4.14.

Peripherals and Accessories ······························································· 27

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4.15.

USB ActiveSync Cable ······································································ 27

4.16.

Li-ion Battery Packs ·········································································· 27

4.17.

Battery Power ·················································································· 27

4.18.

Main Battery Pack ············································································ 28

4.19.

Managing Main Battery Power ···························································· 28

4.20.

Storage Guidelines ··········································································· 29

4.21.

Internal Backup Battery······································································ 29

4.22.

Resetting the Terminal ······································································· 30

4.23.

Suspend Mode ················································································· 30

4.24.

Memory Allocation ············································································ 31

4.25.

Care and Cleaning of the Products······················································· 31

4.26.

HT-K10 Technical Specifications ························································· 31

5. USING THE KEYPAD ··········································································· 33

5.1.

Numeric Keypad Layout ····································································· 33

5.2.

Navigation Keys ··············································································· 33

5.3.

Basic Keys ······················································································ 33

5.4.

Alpha/Numeric Modes ······································································· 34

5.5.

Alpha Indicators on the Numeric Keys ·················································· 34

5.6.

BLUE Key Combinations ···································································· 34

5.7.

RED Key Combinations ····································································· 35

5.8.

Program Buttons ·············································································· 35

6. USING THE IMAGE ENGINE ································································· 36

6.1.

Overview ························································································ 36

6.2.

Available Image Engines ···································································· 37

6.3.

Depth of Field ·················································································· 37

6.4.

Supported Bar Code Symbologies ······················································· 38

6.5.

Activating the Engine ········································································· 39

6.6.

Using Demos ··················································································· 39

6.7.

Decoding ························································································ 39

6.8.

To Decode a Bar Code ······································································ 39

6.9.

Sample Bar Codes ············································································ 39

6.10.

Omni-Directional Scanning Positions ···················································· 40

6.11.

Capturing Images (IT5300SR Engine Only) ··········································· 40

7. USING THE LASER ENGINE ································································· 40

7.1.

Overview ························································································ 40

7.2.

Available Laser Engines····································································· 40

7.3.

Depth of Field ·················································································· 41

7.4.

Supported Bar Code Symbologies ······················································· 41

7.5.

Activating the Engine ········································································· 41

7.6.

Using Demos ··················································································· 42

7.7.

Decoding a Bar Code ········································································ 42

7.8.

Sample Bar Code ············································································· 42

7.9.

Scanning Positions ··········································································· 42

8. USING SCANWEDGE ··········································································· 42

8.1.

Overview ························································································ 42

8.2.

Enabling ScanWedge ········································································ 43

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9. USING CONTROL PANEL ····································································· 44

9.1.

System Properties ············································································ 44

9.2.

General ·························································································· 44

9.3.

Memory ·························································································· 44

9.4.

Device name ··················································································· 44

9.5.

Copyrights ······················································································· 45

9.6.

Power properties ·············································································· 45

9.7.

Battery tab ······················································································ 45

9.8.

Power off tab ··················································································· 45

9.9.

CPU Power Setting Tab ····································································· 46

9.10.

Alerts Tab ······················································································· 46

9.11.

Wakeup Source Tab ········································································· 46

9.12.

Program Button properties ································································· 47

9.13.

Program Buttons Tab ········································································ 47

9.14.

Key define Tab ················································································· 47

9.15.

Backlight Properties ·········································································· 48

9.16.

Battery power Tab ············································································ 48

9.17.

External power Tab ··········································································· 48

9.18.

Keyboard backlight Tab ····································································· 49

9.19.

Scanner Settings ·············································································· 49

9.20.

Scanner Settings Applet····································································· 50

10. COMMUNICATION ············································································· 52

10.1.

Communication Options ····································································· 52

10.2.

Installing Additional Software ······························································ 52

10.3.

Connecting the USB ActiveSync Cable ················································· 52

10.4.

ActiveSync Communication ································································ 53

10.5.

Communication Type ········································································ 53

10.6.

Hardware Requirements for Setup ······················································· 53

10.7.

Software Requirements for Communication ··········································· 53

10.8.

Setting Up the Host Workstation ·························································· 54

10.9.

Setting Up the Handy Terminal ···························································· 54

10.10. Communicating with the Handy Terminal ·············································· 54

10.11. Synchronizing with the Host Workstation ··············································· 54

10.12. Exploring the Terminal from the Workstation ·········································· 54

10.13. Adding Programs via ActiveSync ························································· 55

10.14. Wireless Radios ··············································································· 56

10.15. Connecting the Terminal to a Wireless Network ······································ 56

10.16. WLAN (802.11b/g/n Radio) ································································· 57

10.17. Adding Programs from the Internet ······················································· 57

11. BLUETOOTH HANDLER ······································································· 58

11.1.

Enabling the Bluetooth Radio ······························································ 58

11.2.

Connecting to Other Devices ······························································ 58

11.3.

Pairing Bluetooth Devices ·································································· 58

11.4.

Setting Up a Bluetooth Printer ····························································· 59

12.

SINGLE SLOT DOCKING CRADLE/SINGLE SLOT ETHERNET CRADLE DEVICE ········· 59

12.1.

Overview ························································································ 59

12.2.

Battery Charging ·············································································· 59

12.3.

Power Supply ·················································································· 59

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12.4.

Front Panel ····················································································· 60

12.5.

Back Panel ······················································································ 60

12.6.

Powering the Single Slot Docking Cradle or Single Slot Ethernet Cradle Device ····· 61

12.7.

Charging the Main Battery ·································································· 62

12.8.

Inserting a Terminal ·········································································· 62

12.9.

Charging a Spare Battery ··································································· 62

12.10. Charging Backup Battery ··································································· 63

12.11. Technical Specifications····································································· 63

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1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing HT-K10 handy terminal. This manual generally provides you with the safety information and basic features and operations of the HT-K10 device. Please read all safety precautions and this manual carefully before using your handy terminals and peripherals to ensure safe and proper use.

Trademarks

The official name of Windows XP is Microsoft Windows XP Operating System. The official name of Windows Vista is Microsoft Windows Vista Operating System. The official name of Windows 7 is Microsoft Windows 7 Operating System. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Embedded CE 6.0 Pro, ActiveSync, and the brand names and product names of other Microsoft products are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the US and other countries. Other company and product names given in this manual or displayed in this software may be the trademarks of their respective companies.

About the HT-K10 Handy Terminal

The new HT-K10 is the latest generation handy terminal device, combining a pocket sized rugged form factor built on Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 6.0 Pro operating system. The HT-K10 is designed for retail warehousing and logistics applications where maximum performance and durability is required in compact handheld device.

• Model: HT-K10

Bluetooth v2.0, 802.11 b/g/n, Windows Embedded CE 6.0 Pro, 128MB RAM/128MB Flash

Accessories

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Cradles

HT-K10-SC-QM-R Single Slot Docking Cradle HT-K10-SE-QM-R Single Slot Ethernet Cradle

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Batteries

HT-K10-SB-QM-R 2,200mAh Battery Pack, Standard Capacity HT-K10-HB-QM-R 3,300mAh Battery Pack, High Capacity with Battery Cover

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Power Supply AC Adaptor, INPUT: AC100-240V 50/60Hz, OUTPUT: DC5V 2A

HT-K10-AC-QM-R For US and Canada (including with US plug) HT-K10-AC-EU-R For EU (including with EU and UK plugs) HT-K10-AC-AUS-R For Australia and New Zealand (including with AUS plug) HT-K10-AC-CN-R For China (including with CN and UK plugs) HT-K10-AC-KR-R For Korea (including with KR plug) HT-K10-AC-JP-R For Japan (including with JP plug)

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Cables HT-K10-USB-QM-R USB ActiveSync Cable

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Others HT-K10-CL-QM-R Belt Clip HT-K10-HS-QM-R Hand Strap HT-K10-SP-QM-R Stylus Pen

HT-K10 handy terminal contains the following items:

• Handy terminal

• USB ActiveSync Cable with WEEE sleeve

• Battery Pack

• Stylus Pen with Hand Strap

• Belt Clip

• 5V/2A AC Adaptor

• AC Plugs

• LCD Screen Protector

• Quick Reference Manual

• Regulatory sleeve

• EULA sleeve

• China RoHS sleeve

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NOTE:

caused by improper packaging is not covered under the warranty

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NOTE:

the battery packs first. See Paragraph 3.2.

Keep the original packaging for use when sending products to the technical assistance center. Damage

Rechargeable battery packs are not initially charged or discharged. Before you begin to use, you must charge

2. Safety Regulations

Symbols in this manual

In this manual, some important items are described with the symbols shown below. Be sure to read these items before using this equipment.

WARNING

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death serious injury, or serious damage, or fire in the equipment or surrounding objects.

CAUTION

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, partial damage to the equipment or surrounding objects, or loss of data.

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NOTE

Indicates information to which you should pay attention when operating the equipment.

This section outlines the safety precautions associated with using HT-K10 handy terminal.

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operation. However, as with any electrical equipment, the best way to ensure safe operation is to read this manual carefully before performing any type of connection to the handy terminal and operate them according to the agency guidelines described in the manual.

HK-K10 handy terminals meet or exceed the requirements of all applicable standards organizations for safe

2.1. General Safety Rules

CAUTION

• Use only the components supplied by the manufacturer for the specific HT-K10 being used.

• Do not attempt to disassemble the HT-K10 handy terminal, as it does not contain parts that can

be repaired by the user. Any tampering will invalidate the warranty.

• When replacing the battery pack or at the end of the operative life of the HT-K10 handy terminal,

disposal must be performed in compliance with the laws in force in your country.

• Before using the devices and the battery packs, read this manual carefully.

• Do not submerge the HT-K10 handy terminal in liquid products.

2.2. Power Supply

The power supply for this device has met applicable UL/PSE/KCC/CE/CCC safety requirements. Please adhere to the following safety instructions per UL guidelines:

• FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE.

• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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• DANGER – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Use only Toshiba Tec-approved power supply. Use of a non-Toshiba Tec-approved power supply may be dangerous and the warranty does not cover damage to the device caused by non-Toshiba Tec-approved power supply. The package includes international AC plug/s. The AC plug/s must be plugged in the power supply before the power supply itself is plugged on the wall outlet. The power supply is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or horizontal or floor mount position.

2.3. Laser Safety

CAUTION

A Class 2 laser is safe because the blink reflex limit the exposure to no more than 0.25 seconds. It only applies to visible-light lasers (400–700 nm). Class-2 lasers are limited to 1mW continuous wave, or more if the emission time is less than 0.25 seconds or if the light is not spatially coherent. Although staring directly at the laser beam momentarily causes no known biological damage, avoid staring at the beam as one would with any very strong light source, such as the sun. Avoid that the laser beam hits the eye of an observer, even through reflective surfaces such as mirrors, etc. The laser light is visible to the human eye and is emitted from the window indicated in the figure.

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Laser Light Label

If the above laser light label is attached to your device, it indicates the product contains a laser engine or laser aimer that emits the laser light. The following information is provided to comply with the rules imposed by international authorities and refers to the correct use of HT-K10 handy terminal.

Laser Safety Statement

This product has been tested in accordance with and complies with CDRH 21 CFR 1040.10 and

1040.11 and IEC 60825-1 Ed 2 (2007) except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No 50, dated June 24, 2007. LASER LIGHT. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM. CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT. 1 mW MAX OUTPUT: 650nm. For installation, use and maintenance, it is not necessary to open the device.

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servicing any part of the optics cavity by unauthorized personnel may violate laser safety regulations. The optics

system is a factory only repair item.

Do not attempt to open or otherwise service any components in the optics cavity. Opening or

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result in exposure to hazardous visible laser light.

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binoculars, microscopes, eye glasses and magnifying glasses.

2.4. LED Safety

The LED output on this device has met IEC62471 LED safety and certified to be under the limits of a CLASS 1 LED product.

2.5. FCC RF Exposure

This device complies with FCC RF exposure guidelines set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may

Use of optical systems with the scanner will increase eye hazard. Optical instruments include

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2.6. CB Scheme

This device complies with CB Scheme IEC 60950-1

2.7. FCC Part 15 Regulation

Pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules, you are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Toshiba Tec could void your authority to operate the HT-K10 handy terminal. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiated radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

In accordance with FCC 15.21, changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user‘s authority to operate the equipment.

The antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines for body-worn operation, do not use accessories that contain metallic components.

2.8. Canadian Compliance

This radio transmitter has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.

Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Le présent émetteur radio a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impédance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'émetteur.

Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

2.9. Radio Compliance

HT-K10 RF terminals are in conformity with all essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC).

This device is marked with specified in the R&TTE Directive, 1999/5/EC. The device is intended for use throughout the

European Community; PAN European Frequency Range: 2.402 ~ 2.480 GHz. Restrictions for use in France are as follows:

• Indoor use: maximum power (EIRP*) of 100 mW for the entire 2.400 ~ 2.4835 GHz

• Outdoor use: Maximum power (EIRP*) of 100 mW for the 2.400 ~ 2.454 GHz band and

maximum power (EIRP*) of 10 mW for the 2.454 ~ 2.483 GHz band.

The CE mark on the device indicates that the system has been tested to and confirm with the provisions noted within the 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive and the

2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive, Toshiba Tec shall not be responsible for use of our product with equipment (i.e., power supplies, personal computers, etc.) that is not CE marked and does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive.

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in accordance with the Class II product requirements

1999/5/EC (R&TTE), and 2011/65/EU (RoHS)

2.10. WEEE Compliance

Information for the user in accordance with the European Commission Directive 2012/19/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 4 July 2012 on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

This product has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment, if not properly disposed. In order to avoid the dissemination of those substances in our environment and diminish the pressure on the natural resources, we encourage you to reuse, recycle and recover the product. If the product is disposed according to the Directive, it will avoid potentially negative consequences to the environment and human health which otherwise could be caused by incorrect disposal.

The product marked with crossed out wheeled bin must be disposed separately from municipal waste.

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For more detailed information about disposal, reuse, and recycle system, contact your local or regional waste administration.

2.11. China Compliance

This device complies with Highland and Tropical environment requirements of the CCC GB4943.1 (2011). This device is marked with in accordance with the Highland product requirements specified in the CCC GB4943.1(2011) and complies with the followings:

仅适用于海拔2000m及以下地区安全使用

Apply only to the use at the locations up to altitude 2000m for safety use.

3. Getting Started

3.1. Install the Battery

The HANDY TERMINAL is shipped with the battery packaged separate from the unit. Follow the

steps below to install the battery.

1. Release the strap making it convenient to reach the door.

2. Remove the battery compartment door by moving the door’s locks upward and removing the

door.

3. Insert the battery into the battery well with the labels facing upward.

4. Replace the battery door with a hinging motion and move the door’s lock downwards.

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5. Tighten the hand strap.

The battery door must be installed prior to booting the unit.

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covered by the warranty.

Use only Toshiba Tec-approved Li-Ion battery packs. Unauthorized battery may result in damage not

3.2. Charge the Batteries

Handy Terminals ship with both the main battery pack and internal backup battery significantly discharged of power. Charge the main battery pack with the Handy Terminal charging cable for a minimum of 4 or 6 hours depending on your battery before initial use.

1. Attach the appropriate plug adapter to the plug of the power cable.

2. Insert the plug into the appropriate power source.

3. Plug the Handy Terminal power cable into the DC Power Jack on the bottom end of the unit.

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peripherals, cables, or power adapters may cause batteries to explode or damage your device.

DO NOT attempt to charge damp/wet handy terminals or batteries. All components must be dry before connecting

to an external power source.

Batteries must be charged at a temperature ranging from 3~42℃ (±3℃). If you don’t follow the guide, it might

have a harmful effect on the battery life.

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that plug in use, it is possible to break the power code.

Use only Toshiba Tec-approved peripherals, power cables, and power adapters. Unauthorized

After the battery has been charged, disconnect the DC Power Jack from the terminal. If you stay on

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charged battery pack before the backup battery completely discharges. If your backup battery completely discharges, the contents of the RAM memory will be lost. If the backup battery is less than fully charged, there is a proportionally

smaller window of time available.

If you remove the battery pack or it completely discharges, you have 30 minute window of time to insert a

3.3. LED Indicators

The red LED is ON while charging the battery and the green LED is ON when the battery is fully charged.

Alternatively, it is also possible to recharge the battery pack by using the single slot docking cradle, the single slot Ethernet cradle or the 4-slot battery charger.

During the charging process the LED positioned at the right upper side of the display is red constant. Once the charging process has been completed this LED is green constant.

If the battery pack is removed from the handy terminal, it can be recharged by inserting it into the rear slot of the single slot docking cradle, the single slot Ethernet cradle or the 4slot battery charger.

3.4. Guidelines for Battery Pack Use and Disposal

The following are general guidelines for the safe use and disposal of batteries:

• Store the terminal and the spare batteries between 20 to 30 ºC (68 to 86 ºF) in order to

maintain optimal battery performance.

 High capacity batteries must be charged at a temperature ranging from 3~42℃(±3℃).

• Standard batteries must be charged at a temperature ranging from 3~42℃(±3℃).

• The battery level may not be displayed correctly for some minutes after the disconnection if

the handy terminal is disconnected from power supply before the charging cycle is completed.

• The handy terminal could get warm during charging. This is normal and does not mean a

malfunction.

• To achieve the best battery life, turn off the radios not in use.

• Rechargeable backup batteries and battery packs are not initially charged. Therefore the initial

operation to perform is to charge them. See below.

• By default, the battery pack is disconnected at the factory to avoid damage due to excessive

draining. Annual replacement of rechargeable battery pack avoids possible risks or abnormalities and ensures maximum performance.

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before connecting to an external power source.

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to local guidelines.

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avoided.

Only in case of long storage, in order to avoid deep discharge of the battery, it's recommended to partially recharge the battery every two-three months to keep the charge status at a medium level.

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DO NOT attempt to charge damp/wet handy terminals or batteries. All components must be dry

Never throw a used battery in the trash. It contains heavy metals and should be recycled according

Storage of batteries for long time at fully charged status or at fully discharged status should be

Installing, charging and/or any other action should be done by authorized personnel and following

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The battery pack may get hot, explode, ignite, and/or cause serious injury if exposed to abusive conditions. If the battery pack is replaced with an improper type, there is risk of explosion. Do not place the battery pack in or near a fire or heat; do not place the battery pack in direct sunlight, or use or

store the battery pack inside unventilated areas in hot weather; do not place the battery pack in microwave ovens, dryer, high pressure containers, on induction cookware or similar device. Doing so may cause the battery pack to generate heat, explode or ignite. Using the battery pack in this manner may also result in a loss of performance and a shortened life expectancy.

Use only a Toshiba Tec approved power supply. The use of an alternative power supply will void the product warranty, may cause product damage and may cause heat, explode or ignite.

The area in which the units are charged should be clear of debris and combustible materials or chemicals. Do not use the battery pack in any other manner outside its intended use in Handy Terminal and peripherals.

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pack, the battery pack emits an unusual smell, feels hot, changes colour or shape, or appears abnormal in any

other way. Do not short-circuit the battery pack contacts connecting the positive terminal and negative terminal. This might

happen, for example, when you carry a spare battery pack in your pocket or purse; accidental short–circuiting can occur when a metallic object such as a coin, clip, or pen causes direct connection of the contacts of the battery pack (these look like metal strips on the battery pack). Short–circuiting the terminals may damage the battery pack or the connecting object.

Do not apply voltages to the battery pack contacts. Do not pierce the battery pack with nails, strike it with a hammer, step on it or otherwise subject it to strong

impacts or shocks. Do not disassemble or modify (i.e. bend, crush or deform) the battery pack. The battery pack contains safety and

protection devices, which, if damaged, may cause the battery pack to generate heat, explode or ignite. In case of leakage of liquid from the battery, avoid contact with liquid the skin or eyes. If the contact occurs,

immediately wash the affected area with water and consult a doctor. Do not solder directly onto the battery pack. Do not expose the battery pack to liquids. Avoid any knocks or excessive vibrations. If the device or the battery is dropped, especially on a hard surface,

you should take it to the nearest Authorised Repair Centre for inspection before continuing to use it. Do not replace the battery pack when the device is turned on. Do not remove or damage the battery pack’s label. Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any part. Battery pack usage by children should be supervised. Collect and recycle waste batteries separately from the device in comply with European Directive 2006/66/EC,

2011/65/EU, 2012/19/EU and subsequent modifications, US and China regulatory and others laws and regulations about environment.

Immediately discontinue use of the battery pack if, while using, charging or storing the battery

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terminal checks the battery energy level. If the battery is not sufficiently charged, handy terminal does not turn on. In this case, either substitute the battery pack with a charged one (sufficiently charged) or insert handy terminal

into a powered cradle or plug it into the direct power supply.

In order to guarantee an adequate operating autonomy, when replacing the battery pack the handy

3.5. Turn Your Device On

If you apply the power to your device, it turns on by itself. Do NOT press any keys or interrupt while turning on process. When the process is complete, the Desktop appears, and the terminal is ready for use.

3.6. Desktop

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Desktop on the popup menu

You can access the Desktop any time by tapping the Change Views icon in the command bar and selecting

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Tab to change views

3.7. Indicator Icons

The command bar, located at the bottom of application screens, provides access to many system functions and programs.

Left and right arrows are used to

scroll through additional icons

Icon Meaning

Opens the Start menu.

Changes views between open applications or returns to the Desktop.

Accesses the Bluetooth radio. Double tap this icon to open the Bluetooth Handler (see Paragraph 11). Shows signal strength of WLAN radio. (A red X indicates the terminal is not currently associated to an AP.)

Indicates that WiFi or Ethernet cradle turn on but not connected.

Indicates that the USB communication cable is connected. Double tap to display USB status window.

Open the detail option.

Indicates the status of battery power. Double tap to open the Power control panel setting.

When this icon shows a red power plug, it indicates the device is using external power.

Displays the current time. Double tap to change the time and date.

Indicates whether the keypad is standard alpha (upper and lower case), all caps alpha, or in numeric mode. Press the ALPHA button on the keypad to switch

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modes.

Icon Meaning

The up arrow allows you to turn the Wireless LAN and Bluetooth connection on or off. It also allows you to toggle between the Keypad and Transcriber. When Keypad is selected, a keypad is displayed so you can tap text and number keys. Transcriber recognizes handwriting and symbols entered using the stylus.

Indicates Blue mode.

Indicates Red mode.

3.8. Using the Stylus

The terminal comes with a stylus included in a loop on the hand strap. Use this stylus (or your

finger) to select or enter information on the touch screen. The stylus functions as a mouse;

generally, a tap is the same as a click.

Tap Tap the touch screen once or double tap to open menu items and select options.

Drag Hold the stylus on the screen and drag across the screen to select text and images.

Tap & hold Tap and hold the stylus on an item and a pop-up menu appears. On the pop-up menu, tap

the action of the task you want to perform.

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panel and may cause damage not covered by the warranty.

Use of objects, such as paper clips, pencils, or ink pens on the touch screen can damage the input

3.9. Selecting Program

Tap Start -> Programs. To open a program, tap the icon on the menu.

3.10. Pop-Up Menus

You can quickly choose an action for an item using the pop-up menus.

1. Tap and hold the stylus on the item name. The pop-up menu appears.

2. Lift the stylus and tap the action you want to perform.

The contents of pop-up menus change according to the program you are using.

3.11. Using Windows Explorer

Use Windows Explorer to navigate through the files on your system. On the desktop, double tap the My Device icon and Windows Explorer opens to the root level.

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Move files by tapping and holding on the file, then tapping Cut, Copy or Paste on the pop-up menus that appear.

4. Get to Know Your Device

4.1. Feature of Your Device

The following list outlines a few of the feature included in your device.

4.2. HT-K10 Handy Terminal

 Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 6.0 Pro  Micro Processor: Marvell® PXA300 624MHz  RAM Memory: 128MB SDRAM  FLASH Memory: 128MB NAND  2.8” QVGA Display: 240x320 65KColor Transmissive TFT  Resistive Industrial Grade Touch Screen  Keyboards: Numeric, 29-key pad  Micro SDHC Expansion Memory Card Interface: Support up to 32 GB  DC-Jack: Support wall mount charging  I/O connector: USB 2.0 Full speed (Host and Client), Charging, UART  Scan Engine:

• 1D Laser : N4313

• 2D Imager: IT5300SR

 Battery:

• Standard: Li-ion battery, 3.7V/2200mAh/8.1Wh

 IP65 certified enclosures  Audio: Integral Microphone, Speaker  BT: Bluetooth Radio with Internal Antenna  WLAN: 802.11 b/g/n Radio with Internal Antenna (5GHz bands are not supported.)  Notification LEDs

1) Power indications, 2) Warning indications, 3) Scan reading indications

 Notification Vibration Motor

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4.3. Front Panel Layout

LED Indicator

Shows the information needed to operate your device as follows:

Note: The LED is user-programmable.

LED Color Meaning

Red Lights when a scan fails.

Lights when main battery is charging.

Green Lights when scanned bar code is successfully decoded.

Lights when main battery charging has completed.

Blue Flashes during a Soft Reset. Periodic flashing while system booting and kernel updating.

Red Flashes during a Hard Reset

Keypad

A 29 numeric keypad (includes side scan buttons).

Microphone

The integrated microphone can be used for audio recording.

Touch Screen Display

The display is a LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) with a 4-wire analog resistive touch screen. The 2.8” (1/4) VGA (Video Graphic Array) is transmissive active matrix color and backlit. The resolution is 240 x 320; see Display Backlight on paragraph 4.4. For touch screen input, use the stylus included with the terminal or your finger. The method you choose depends on which one is most appropriate for your application. While there is a great deal of variation in different applications, you generally achieve greater accuracy with

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the stylus for buttons or icons that are close together.

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panel and may cause damage not covered by the warranty.

Use of objects, such as paper clips, pencils, or ink pens on the touch screen can damage the input

4.4. Display Backlight

The intensity of the backlight of the touch screen display may be changed, and the backlight may be programmed to turn off after the terminal has been idle for a specified period of time. To adjust the intensity of the backlight while on battery power, tap Start -> Settings -> Control

Panel -> double tap Backlight.

Screen Backlight - Battery/External Power

Move the slider to adjust the screen backlight while on battery power. You may turn the screen backlight off if the device is not used for a designated period of time by checking the option and designating the desired time period. You may also turn on the screen backlight when a button is pressed or the screen is tapped by selecting the appropriate checkbox.

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Using the backlight option while on battery power substantially reduces battery life.

You may make the same changes when on external power by tapping the External tab.

4.5. Keypad Backlight

To turn on the keypad backlight, check the checkbox. The duration of backlight of keypad synchronizes with LCD backlight’s.

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