Verizon M7100 User Manual

M7100

Wireless Handheld Terminal

User’s Guide

© 2007 American Microsystems LTD.
Effective Date: May 2007

AML Website: www.amltd.com

M7100 HANDHELD TERMINAL

User’s Guide

Disclaimer

American Microsystems, Ltd. reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this
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whether any such changes have been made. The information in this publication does not represent a commitment on the
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FCC Declaration of Conformity

Product Name: Model 7100 Wireless Handheld Terminal
Model Number: M7100

Radio Frequency Interference Requirements

This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
equipment may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this equipment must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a residential environment. This equipment generates uses and can radiate 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 you determine the equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception (this may be determined by monitoring the interference
while turning the equipment off and on), you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one 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 or TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by American Microsystems, Ltd. could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCING THE M7100 1

What to Expect 1
Warranty 2
General Conventions 2

M7100 TERMINAL OVERVIEW 3

Using the M7100 Keyboard 3
Key Values 4
The M7100 Display Screen 6
The M7100 Scanner 6
The M7100 Scanner LED 11
Scanner information and Labeling 12
The M7100 Internal Radio 14

802.11b Fallback Mode 14
Interference and Coexistence 14
Security Issues 14
Ad-Hoc Mode 15

GSM/GPRS Network Card Support 17
Installing the GPRS SIM Card 17

Installing the Optional M7100 Handle 21

The M7100 Communications Ports 22
The M7100 Cradle 23

THE M7100 RF SERVER LOGIN 25

The CommandLink™ Software 25

Wait WLAN 25
Connecting 26
Login 26
Applications 27

Telnet 27
Switching Virtual Consoles 27
Terminal Emulation 28
Updating Firmware 29

THE M7100 MENU SYSTEM 30

Main Menu 30
Reconnect 30
Contrast 31

Network Setup 32

Radio Settings (WEP) 33
Radio Settings (WPA-PSK) 37
Radio Settings (WPA-EAP) 38
Simultaneous Hosts Connection 40
Multiple Hosts 41
Hosts Log-in Options 42
Terminal Options 43
Terminal Emulation - amlterm 43
Terminal Emulation – vt100 / vt220 44
Terminal Emulation – tn5250 53

Power Management 57
Diagnostics 59

Network Status 59
Resource Information 61
Resource Information 62
Ping Server 62
Print Test Label 64
Firmware Version 65
Serial Number 65
Battery Status 65
Barcode Data Viewer 66
Ping USB Server 67
Hardware Tests 67

Local Settings, Laser & CCD Only 68

Barcode Options 68
Symbology Settings 68
Setting the Code 39 Bar Code 69
Setting the UPC Bar Code 70
Setting the EAN Bar Code 71
UPC/EAN Supplements Settings 72
Setting the I - 2 of 5 Bar Code 74
Setting the Codabar Bar Code 75
Setting the Code 128 Bar Code 76
Setting the Code 93 Bar Code 77
Setting the MSI/Plessey Bar Code 77
Setting the Code 11 Bar Code 79
Setting the RSS Bar Code 79

Decoder Options 81

Local Settings, 2D Imager Only 83

Barcode Options 83
Symbology Settings 83
Setting the Code 39 Bar Code 84
Setting the PDF417 Bar Code 85
Setting the MicroPDF417 Bar Code 86
Setting the RSS Bar Code 86
Setting the Composite Bar Code 87
Setting the UPC-A Bar Code 88
Setting the UPC-E Bar Code 89
Setting the EAN/JAN-13 Bar Code 90
Setting the EAN/JAN-8 Bar Code 91
Setting the 2 of 5(s) Bar Codes 92
Setting the Codabar Bar Code 93
Setting the Code 128 Bar Code 94
Setting the Code 93 Bar Code 95
Setting the MSI/Plessey Bar Codes 95
Setting the Code 11 Bar Code 96
Setting the Telepen Bar Code 97
Setting the PosiCode Bar Code 97
Setting the Codablock F Bar Code 98
Setting the Code 16K Bar Code 99
Setting the Code 49 Bar Code 99
Setting the Aztec Bar Code 100
Setting the QR Code Bar Code 100
Setting the Data Matrix Bar Code 101
Setting the MaxiCode Bar Code 101
Setting the Postal Bar Codes 102

Setting the Code 32 Bar Code 103
Setting the Trioptic Bar Code 104
Decoder Options 104
Laser / CCD Setting 106
Imager Options (2D Imager Only) 107
Bar Code Edit Options 108
Beep Options 110
Saving Bar Code Settings 110
Date/Time

GETTING STARTED

Chapter

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Introducing the M7100

This chapter describes how to get started using your M7100 handheld
terminal and get you up and running fast.

he M7100 handheld terminal is an ultra-versatile, high-performance, designed-to-fit­your-budget terminal. The ergonomic design easily fits in even the smallest of
hands. It is rugged, lightweight, compact and easy-to-use. The high resolution

graphical display is capable of presenting a multitude of fonts and images.
The M7100 utilizes a true, fully functional, Linux operating system. The Linux operating

system is well known for its stability, speed and conservative memory usage. The Linux
operating system coupled with the M7100’s high speed processor makes the M7100 one
of the fastest handheld terminals on the market today. In test after test the Linux
operating system has out-performed DOS based and Windows based operating systems
when compared on similar hardware platforms.

The M7100 is easy to use and program. Our specifically designed CommandLink™ RF
(Radio Frequency) software makes it easy to create custom applications for any
requirement. Our terminal emulation software makes it easy to integrate the M7100 into
legacy applications as well. You can even utilize standard BASIC software on the M7100
handheld terminal.

Power saving features of the M7100 includes auto-off and power save modes, which
reduce power consumption until an operator provides input. These features conserve
battery power and lengthen the time between charges or battery replacement. The M7100
was designed to operate for a full 8 hour shift without requiring the battery to be re­charged or replaced.

What to Expect

This user’s guide provides you with an overall physical description, keypad values,
technical specifications and performance capabilities of the M7100 handheld terminal. In
addition you will learn how to:

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GETTING STARTED

• Connect to your host computer

• Customize your M7100 Terminal

• Create and execute programs

• Collect and upload data

• Send and receive data

• Connect and use the M7100 serial interface

Warranty

A one-year warranty against material defects and workmanship from the date of shipment
is guaranteed by American Microsystems, Ltd. Products are sold on the basis of
specifications applicable at the time of manufacture. American Microsystems, Ltd. shall
have no obligation to modify or update products once sold. At our option, we will repair
or replace, at no charge, any unit that proves to be defective providing the appropriate
steps are taken to procure an RMA (Return Materials Authorization) number and
shipping instructions from American Microsystems, Ltd.

General Conventions

Before you begin to use the M7100 terminal, it’s important that you understand key
conventions and terms used in this manual.

Keys Description

SMALL CAPS Refers to a specific menu selection contained in the M7100 in

order to continue or complete a task.

[KEY] The square brackets indicate a specific key on the M7100 handheld

terminal’s key pad.

Bold Words you type – for example when you are instructed to type

A:\setup. Bold also refers to existing filenames.

Italic ¤Notes

Italic/Bold Warning! And section references.
Click/Select After selecting a procedure or menu, “Click” means to press and

release the left mouse button. “Select” means that after you select
the menu item or action, you should press ENTER.

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Chapter

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M7100 Terminal Overview

This chapter describes the features of the M7100 terminal.

o save time in the future, print a copy of this document. Choose Print from the File menu, and
press Enter to receive all the pages of examples and instructions.

Using the M7100 Keyboard

The M7100 Terminal is equipped with fifty-five keys that are divided into white, grey, blue, red,
yellow and black keys. When pressed, each key emits an audible beep to indicate that the M7100
terminal has detected the key press.

The red power key turns the M7100 on/off. You must press and hold
this key down to power off the unit. This prevents accidentally
powering off the unit if this key is momentarily pressed.

Note: The Power Key Wake-up feature is only available on units with
Decoder version 2.0 or later. On earlier versions the power key will
immediately shut off the unit. The Decoder can only be programmed at
the factory.

The white/black “light bulb” key turns on/off the display backlight.
The backlight will automatically shut off after a predetermined time
has expired. This predetermined time can be programmed by the user.

The yellow [SCAN] button activates the M7100 scan engine. The
button is conveniently located for right or left hand use.

The seven blue keys consist of [Func], four arrow keys and two
[ENTER] keys (for right or left hand use). The [Func] key activates

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the blue Function menu or the blue special characters. Function keys (F1 – F20) can be
programmed by many host systems, to be “hot keys” and select specific program items without
navigating the entire program.

The black [Shift] key toggles between upper and lower case mode and selects special characters on
the numeric keypad.

There are ten white numeric keys and one white period key. These keys are larger than the less
used alpha keys to enable easy inputting of numbers with the right or left thumb.

Thirty-three grey keys represent letters, special functions, Space and Menu keys. The [Alt], [Ctl],
[Ins], [? ¦ ] (backspace) and [Esc] keys are also grey keys near the bottom of the keyboard.

Key Values

Yellow Key

SCAN

Blue Keys

Func

Enter

5 (Up arrow)

Activates the built in scan engine. The red LED above the power
key indicates when the scan engine is active.

Selects special functions determined by the host system. Hitting
Func then a number selects a special function.

Functions 1 - 9 are selected by hitting the <Func> then <1>
through <9> keys.

Functions 11 – 19 are selected by hitting the <Alt> then <1>
through <9> keys.

Function 10 is selected using the <Func> then <0> key and
Function 20 is selected by using the <Alt> then <0> key.

Depending on the FUNC LOCK setting, hitting a number key will
select a number or a special function. Shift then Func toggles
FUNC LOCK on and off.

Performs the Enter function.
Moves the display screen up one line at a time or moves the

display screen up one menu level.

3 (Left arrow)

In terminal emulation, the <Shift> then <5> will move the
screen up one whole page.

Moves the cursor left one character at a time and toggles between
menu selection options.

In terminal emulation, the <Func> then <3> is Back TAB.
In terminal emulation, the <Shift> then <3> will move the

screen up one whole page.

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6 (Down arrow)

4 (Right arrow)

Grey Keys

Alpha Letters A-Z and special characters when Func key is pressed

Ins Inserts data at the cursor position and moves all existing data to

? ¦ Deletes characters at the cursor position or if cursor follows a

Moves the display screen down one line at a time or moves the
display screen down one menu level.

In terminal emulation, the <Shift> then <6> will move the
screen up one whole page.

Moves the cursor right one character at a time and toggles
between menu selection options.

In terminal emulation, the <Func> then <4> is TAB
(Forward Tab function).

In terminal emulation, the <Shift> then <4> will move the
screen up one whole page.

prior to letter key.

the right

string of characters, it deletes the characters to the left of the

cursor
Esc Exits operation being performed
Space Enters the space character

Red Keys

power Powers unit off/on

Black Key

Shift Selects upper and lower case characters, depending on the CAPS

White Keys

Numeric 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, . (period) and Backlight Lamp.

LOCK setting. Func then Shift toggles CAPS LOCK on and off.

Shift also selects the special characters on the numeric keypad.

To toggle Caps Lock mode on or off,

hit [Func] then [Shift].

If Function Lock mode is enabled, to toggle Function

Lock mode on or off, hit [Shift] then [Func].

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The M7100 Display Screen

The M7100 handheld terminal includes a 160 pixel by 160 pixel grayscale graphical Liquid
Crystal Display (LCD). Programs can be written which mix text and graphics together on the
display.

Warning: This display is NOT a touch screen display and the operator should not use sharp

objects on the plastic window protecting the LCD display.

The M7100 Scanner

The M7100 handheld terminal normally comes equipped with a scan engine that is capable of
scanning single dimensional bar codes. An optional Area Imager is available for 2 dimensional bar
codes. The M7100 can be ordered with one of the following scan engines installed:

Linear Imager

Uses LED light and a CCD detector to “image” the bar code. The linear imager has a much shorter
scanning distance and is slightly harder to aim. The linear imager is less expensive than the laser
scan engines.

Scan Rate: 26 Scans / Second
Scan Angle: 48º Nominal
Min. Print Contrast: Minimum 20% absolute dark/light reflectance measured at 645 nm

Standard Range Laser

The Standard laser engine uses a moving laser and a standard laser detector. The standard laser is
suitable for most applications. The laser is easy to aim and reads most barcodes very quickly.

Scan Rate: 35 (± 5) Scans / Second
Scan Angle: 42º ± 2º
Min. Print Contrast: Minimum 20% absolute dark/light reflectance measured at 650 nm

Long Range Laser (LR)

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The Long Range laser engine uses a moving laser light with a highly sensitive laser detector. The
long range laser is used when the barcodes are going to be a great distance from the operator. The
long range laser includes a laser point (dot) feature to make it easy for the operator to aim at the
barcode before it starts to read.

Scan Rate: 35 (± 5) Scans / Second
Scan Angle: 23º ± 2º
Min. Print Contrast: Minimum 40% absolute dark/light reflectance measured at 650 nm

High Density Laser (HD)

The High Density laser engine uses a moving laser light with a highly sensitive laser detector. The
High Density laser is used when the barcodes are going to be very small and difficult to read with
a standard laser.

Scan Rate: 35 (± 5) Scans / Second
Scan Angle: 37º ± 2º
Min. Print Contrast: Minimum 40% absolute dark/light reflectance measured at 670 nm

Advanced Long Range Laser (ALR)

The Advanced Long Range laser engine uses a moving laser light with a highly sensitive laser
detector. The advanced long range laser is able to read farther than the standard long range laser.
The advanced long range laser also includes a laser point (dot) feature.

Scan Rate: 35 (± 5) Scans / Second
Scan Angle: 13º ± 2º
Min. Print Contrast: Minimum 40% absolute dark/light reflectance measured at 650 nm

Area Imager (2D)

The Area Imager uses a camera type sensor to acquire images of the target. Unlike a linear
scanner, the imager is able to scan barcodes in any orientation. The HHP Imager is also capable of
reading most 2D barcodes and Postnet barcodes.

Symbologies:

2 Dimensional - PDF417, MicroPDF417, MaxiCode, Data Matrix, QR Code,

Aztec, Aztec Mesas, Code 49, EAN/UCC Composite

Linear - Code 39, Code 128, Codabar, UPC, EAN, I 2of5, RSS, Code

93, Codablock F

Postal - Postnet, Planet Code, British Post, Canadian Post, Japanese

Post, KIX (Netherlands) Post

OCR Fonts - OCR-A, OCR-B

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Reading distance for the Linear Imager and Code 39 Bar codes

Reading distance for the Linear Imager and all other bar code symbologies.

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Reading distance for the Standard Range Laser

Reading distance for the High Density Laser

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Reading distance for the Long Range Laser

Reading distance for the Advanced Long Range Laser

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Reading distance for the 2D Area Imager

Barcode symbologies are always measured in mils. This usually refers to the narrowest bar
width. One mil equals 0.001”, therefore a 0.01” wide narrow bar would be a 10 mil barcode.

Conversion: 1 mil = 0.0254 mm

1 inch = 25.4 mm

These charts show typical performance at 68°F on high quality bar code symbols.

The M7100 Scanner LED

The M7100 has a multi-color LED to indicate when the unit has scanned a bar code successfully.
When the scan button is pushed, the LED above the on/off button will turn a solid red. Once the
scanner has successfully read the bar code, this LED will turn a bright green.

This visual indication of a good read is useful in very noisy environments where the audio beeper
can not be heard. If the red LED turns off, it means the bar code can not be read.

Note: On units built before February 2004, there was only a red LED when an item was scanned.
Note: When the M7100 is in sleep mode the scanner LED will be flashing red. You can press any

key to re-activate the unit.

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Scanner information and Labeling

The M7100 Integrated Laser Scanner uses a low-power visible laser diode. Avoid staring
directly into the light beam. Momentary exposure to a CDRH Class II laser is not known to
be harmful.

Laser Classification: CDRH Class II
Light Source: 630 – 680 nm laser diode
Laser Output Power: 1.0 milliwatt maximum output
FCC Information: 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.

CAUTION: Use of controls, adjustment, or
performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous visible
laser light exposure.

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The M7100 Internal Radio

The M7100 Handheld Terminal comes equipped with an internal 802.11b radio and antenna. This
internal radio is specifically designed to communicate with any 802.11b Access Point. The range
of the internal radio depends greatly on the quality of the Access Point and the RF
communications characteristic of the environment where the device is used. The typical range for
an 802.11b radio is 500 feet through free air. Additional Access Points must be added to improve
coverage in a larger area, or in electrically noisy RF environments.

802.11b Fallback Mode

Wireless LAN technology is designed to make maintaining a connection between two devices as
reliable and consistent as possible. Since the speed of the connection between wireless devices
will vary as range and signal quality varies, the wireless devices will intentionally sacrifice
throughput (data rate or connection speed as measured in bits per second) in exchange for
maintaining a reliable connection. In other words, a reliable connection at a lower speed is
preferred over an unreliable connection at a higher speed (i.e., it is easier to maintain the
connection if data rate is deliberately reduced, or put another way, lower data rates will tolerate a
higher range and/or worse signal quality). This characteristic is known as fallback. As example, an

802.11b system will fallback from 11 Mbps to 5.5 Mbps as range increases or signal quality
decreases. Subsequent fallbacks from 5.5 Mbps to 2 Mbps and 1 Mbps are also supported

Interference and Coexistence

802.11b operates in a range of radio frequencies known as an "unlicensed" band (i.e. the FCC does
NOT require the use of a license in order to operate a radio transmitter in this range). This means
that commercially available radio devices other than wireless LAN devices are permitted to use
the same frequency band as 802.11b. Consequently, these co-existing radio devices can interfere
or "jam" the wireless LAN (and vice versa). Ironically, the most troublesome devices are cordless
telephones and microwave ovens.

Fortunately, higher quality cordless phones tend to "listen" for a clear channel before becoming
active and will thus avoid interfering with a wireless LAN (i.e., the cordless phone seeks a clear
channel for itself so naturally avoids being interfered with or being a source of interference).
Jamming from microwave ovens is more severe but is usually restricted to the upper frequency
range for 802.11b (it should be noted that 802.11b divides the available frequency band into 11
channels. The higher numbered channels are most susceptible to microwave oven interference).

In each instance, jamming occurs only when the cordless telephone or microwave oven is active.

Security Issues

Much has been publicized in the media about security problems with wireless LANs. Although it
cannot be denied that the encryption algorithms currently used in 802.11b are flawed, the fact is
that security breaches of a wireless LAN require a deliberate attempt to access the network by an
intruder. It is highly recommended that WEP encryption be used and in some cases the access

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points should be set for MAC filtering. When an access point has MAC filtering enabled, the only
devices that can communicate through them are the ones which the MAC address has been set.

The primary issue is that many current users of wireless LAN have opted NOT to turn on security
features. If users were to enable the security features currently available (including only allowing
known systems access to the network and enabling WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) encryption
the intruder's work is much harder. Much as a burglar will bypass a house whose doors and
windows are securely locked, so too will a hacker tend to bypass a network where security
measures are enabled.

Ad-Hoc Mode

Most installed wireless LANs today utilize "infrastructure" mode that requires the use of one or
more access points. With this configuration, the access point provides an interface to a distribution
system (e.g., Ethernet), which enables wireless users to utilize the corporate network and the
CommandLink server.

As an optional feature, however, the 802.11b standard specifies "ad-hoc" mode, which allows the
radio network interface card (NIC) to operate in what the standard refers to as an independent
basic service set (IBSS) network configuration. With an IBSS, there are no access points. User
devices communicate directly with each other in a peer-to-peer manner.

This illustration shows the M7100 handheld terminal using Ad-hoc mode.

The next illustration shows the M7100 handheld terminal in a typical wireless network.

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Personal
Computer
(Server)

A Typical Wireless Network

Wireless Access
Point(s)
(802.11b)

Ethernet
Connectio

Wireless
Handheld
Terminals
(M7100)

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GSM/GPRS Network Card Support

The AML M7100 now supports GSM/GPRS network cards. When a GPRS network card comes
installed in the M7100, the menus will be slightly different from the standard menus.

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To review the GSM/GPRS settings, use the M7100 Menu System and select “Network Setup >
Net I/F Settings” and see the settings main screen.

The settings are selected by highlighting the proper item and hitting the [ENTER] key. The
information below is an example of how the unit might be set, your settings may be different.

Contact your local GSM/GPRS cellular service provider for information on these settings.

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Typical Values for the “GSM/GPRS Settings”:
APN – Access Provider Name

The character string specifying the cellular service provider (e.g. internet2.voicestream.com).

Port – Linux port name
This is a character string specifying the port name (usually “/dev/ttyS0”).
Baud Rate – Transmission Baud Rate
This is a character string specifying the baud rate (usually 115200).
Init String – Initialization String
The character string sent to the internal GPRS modem card prior to initiating a call.
Hangup String – Disconnectio n String
The character string sent to the internal GPRS modem card when it disconnects from a call.
Dial String – Dialing string
The character string sent to the internal GPRS modem card to initialize dialing of the call.
Timeout – Connection Timeout value

This is a numeric string that determines the amount of time (in seconds) to wait for the call
to connect.

Extra Settings – Extra settings string

This is a character string that is sent to the internal GPRS modem card prior to initiating a
call that may be used in special circumstances. One example is sending manufacturer
specific startup strings.

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Failed!

To determine if the GSM/GPRS card is functioning properly, use the M7100 Menu System and
select “Network Setup” and one of the following screens should appear:

Connection

If the screen does not say “STAT: Connected” then you are out of range of a GSM/GPRS
Cellular Network, or you have the GSM/GPRS modem settings wrong.

To determine the amount of data being sent by the GSM/GPRS card, use the M7100 Menu System
and select “Diagnostics > RF Link Status” and see the “Network Status GSM/GPRS”.

GSM/GPRS Error Messages

There are numerous error messages that may appear. These error messages are logged on the
M7100 by the “syslog” system and stored in the volatile file named “var/log/messages”.

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The Optional M7100 Handle

The M7100 has an optional “pistol grip” style handle for users who prefer the point and shoot
style. The M7100 handle is secured to the M7100 handheld terminal by 4 screws. The battery is
then relocated in the handle for easy change-out.

Installing the Optional M7100 Handle

To install the M7100 handle, remove the M7100 battery cover and store in a safe place. Remove
the M7100 battery and set it aside. Remove only the 2 screws in the bottom of the battery
compartment. The M7100 Handle comes with the necessary 4 screws to secure it to the M7100
unit. Do not over-tighten the 4 screws. Once the handle is securely fastened, insert the battery
into the bottom of the handle with the contacts towards the M7100 handle. The battery is held into
place by the spring latch. Install the battery handle door on the bottom of the handle. Never use the
M7100 handle without the battery door in place.

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Note:

A standard 8

connect the M7100 to

chart and example on

he right to determine

4. GND

The M7100 Communications Ports

The M7100 has three types of communications ports on the bottom of the unit. The three ports are
shown here.

4 3

1 2

10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Description of the Infra-Red Detector Array Port (IrDA)

1. IrDA in (right side of window)

2. IrDA out (left side of window)

Description of the RJ-45 10 Pin Connector (RS-232)

1. 5 VDC (out to handheld tethered scanner)

2. RxD (in to terminal)

3. TxD (out from terminal)

4. RTS (out from terminal)

5. GND

6. Battery Charge (in to terminal)

7. CTS (in to terminal)

8. UDC+ (USB data +)

9. UDC – (USB data -)

10. Battery Out (from terminal)

Note: the Battery Out is only active when the unit
is set to IrDA w/RS232 Scanner or IrDA w/RS232
Comms

Ethernet connector
can be used to

an RS-232 serial port
printer. In this case
the 2 outside pins (1
and 10) are not
connected. Use the

t

-pin

Description of the USB Type II Connector (Slave only)

1 2

1. RxD (in to terminal)

2. TxD (out from
terminal)

3. RTS (out from
terminal)

1. 5 VDC

2. Data -

3. Data +

4. GND

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The M7100 Cradle

The M7100 Handheld Terminal has available, an optional charging and communications cradle.
The cradle automatically charges the M7100 battery while it is resting in the cradle. The cradle
also includes an extra slot to charge a spare battery. The M7100 cradle can accommodate the
M7100 with or without the optional M7100 handle.

The M7100 Cradle has three indicator lights:

POWER - Indicates that the M7100 Cradle is plugged in.
MAIN - Indicates the M7100 main battery is charging.
SPARE - Indicates the spare battery is charging.

When the battery charging LED is red, the battery is charging. When the battery charge LED is
green the battery is fully charged. A fully discharged battery takes about 6 hours to completely
recharge.

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The M7100 Cradle’s Communication Ports

The M7100 handheld terminal has 2 different styles of communications ports, RS-232 (RJ-45) and
USB (Type II). The M7100 Cradle also has 2 communications ports, RS-232 (DB-9) and USB
(Type II). The M7100 Communications Cradle uses a standard RS-232 (DB-9 Male – DB-9
Female) cable.

Both communication connectors on the back of the M7100 cradle are wired “straight through”.
This means that the communications settings on the M7100 handheld terminal will determine the
settings on the communication cradle. The M7100 Cradle has no internal or external settings that
can be changed.

The slower RS-232 communication port is primarily used for uploading and downloading of data
files to the M7100 Batch handheld terminal. File transfers for the M7100 RF handheld terminal
can be done using FTP. For more information on FTP see the “FTP” section of this manual.

The high speed USB data port is used to load a new or updated operating system into the M7100
handheld terminal only. Use the AML USB Flash utility software to load the operating system.

DB-9 Pin out (RS-232)

1 – DCD (Data Carrier Detect) 6 – DSR (Data Set Ready)
2 – RXD (Receive Data) 7 – RTS (Request To Send)
3 – TXD (Transmit Data) 8 –CTS (Clear To Send)
4 – DTR (Data Terminal Ready) 9 – NC (No Connection)
5 - GND (Signal Ground)

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The M7100 RF Server Login

This chapter describes the login functions of the M7100
terminal. It also describes using Telnet and Terminal
Emulation support.

arning: If the M7100 Handheld Terminal has improper security and/or
network settings, the terminal will fail to connect to any network devices.
For help see the Network Settings section of this manual.

The CommandLink™ Software

The CommandLink™ software allows a Windows based PC
to become an RF server. An RF server is a master control PC
that tells the M7100 handheld terminal what to display and
what to do with collected data. If your network already has
an RF server then you may choose to login into that server.
Many servers use a Telnet session to connect them to their
client devices. By default, the M7100 starts a telnet session
when it is first turned on. For more information about telnet,
see the Telnet section of this chapter.

Wait WLAN

The following screen shows the M7100 handheld terminal waiting to find a Wireless
Local Area Network (WLAN).

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If there is not a wireless Access Point (AP) for the handheld terminal to connect to, then
the terminal will not proceed past this point. For help in determining the presence and
strength of an Access Point’s transmission see the Network Diagnostics section of this
manual.

Connecting

The following screen shows the M7100 handheld terminal connected to an Access Point.
The MAC address number for the access point is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
After the M7100 handheld terminal connects (associates) with an access point, it attempts
to connect to an active CommandLink™ Server.

Note: If there is not an RF Server active for the M7100 handheld terminal to connect

to, then the terminal will not proceed past this point!

Login

The following graphic shows a typical login screen for the CommandLink™ RF server. If
you are using your own server, the login screen will be different. For help in determining
the presence of a CommandLink™ Server see the CommandLink™ documentation.

If the User ID or Password is not listed on the CommandLink™ database a Login Error
screen will appear.

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