OMNII
HAND-HELD COMPUTER
(Windows Embedded Hand-Held 6.5)
USER GUIDE
OMNII HAND-HELD COMPUTER
USER GUIDE
8000225-002
Rev. A
December 2020
ii Omnii (Windows Embedded Hand-Held 6.5) User Guide
This user manual supports Model Numbers:
• 7545MBW
• 7545MBWM
• 7545MBWP
• FCC ID: GM37545MBW, GM37545MBWM and GM37545MBWP
• IC: 2739D-7545MBW and 2739D-7545MBWP
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Revision History
Changes to the original guide are listed below:
Change Date Description
Rev -001a 04/2015 Rebrand for Zebra.
Rev. -002 12/2020 Update Bluetooth terminology.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents
About This Manual.......................................................................................................................... xix
Text Conventions ............................................................................................................................ xx
Overview of the Omnii Hand-Held Computer.................................................................................. xx
Regulatory Labels........................................................................................................................... xxiii
Chapter 1: Basic Operation
Omnii Features ............................................................................................................................... 1-3
Omnii Modules Available................................................................................................................. 1-5
Preparing the Omnii for Operation.................................................................................................. 1-5
Switching the Omnii On and Off...................................................................................................... 1-6
Resetting the Omnii ........................................................................................................................ 1-7
Performing a Warm Reset..............................................................................................................1-7
Performing a Cold Reset................................................................................................................1-7
Performing a Clean Start................................................................................................................1-7
Boot to BooSt .................................................................................................................................1-8
Performing a Hard Reset ...............................................................................................................1-8
Attaching Carrying Accessories ...................................................................................................... 1-8
Calibrating the Touchscreen ........................................................................................................... 1-8
Imager and Scanner Options.......................................................................................................... 1-9
Connectivity .................................................................................................................................... 1-9
Data Transfer ................................................................................................................................. 1-9
Phone Communication.................................................................................................................... 1-9
Chapter 2: Getting To Know Your Omnii
Operating System ........................................................................................................................... 2-5
Battery Details................................................................................................................................. 2-5
Battery Safety .................................................................................................................................2-5
Battery Swap Time .........................................................................................................................2-5
Charging the Battery ......................................................................................................................2-6
The Keyboard ................................................................................................................................. 2-6
The Power Button (55-Key and 66-Key Keyboards only)..............................................................2-7
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Standard Keys................................................................................................................................2-7
Modifier Keys..................................................................................................................................2-8
Activating Modifier Keys...................................................................................................... 2-9
Locking Modifier Keys......................................................................................................... 2-9
Function Keys and Macro Keys .....................................................................................................2-10
Function Keys ..................................................................................................................... 2-10
Macro Keys ......................................................................................................................... 2-11
Numeric Keyboards — Accessing Alpha Keys ..............................................................................2-11
The Keypad Backlight ....................................................................................................................2-12
The Display..................................................................................................................................... 2-12
Adjusting the Display Backlight ......................................................................................................2-12
Calibrating the Touchscreen...........................................................................................................2-13
Screen Orientation.......................................................................................................................... 2-13
Locking the Touchscreen................................................................................................................2-13
Indicators ........................................................................................................................................ 2-14
LEDs...............................................................................................................................................2-14
Battery Charge Status LED................................................................................................. 2-15
Operating System Status LED ............................................................................................ 2-15
Radio Status LED ............................................................................................................... 2-15
Scanner Status LED ........................................................................................................... 2-15
Audio Indicators..............................................................................................................................2-16
Vibrations........................................................................................................................................2-16
Inserting the microSD Card and SIM Card ..................................................................................... 2-16
Inserting the Cards .........................................................................................................................2-16
Scanners and Imagers.................................................................................................................... 2-17
Basic Scanner Operations..............................................................................................................2-18
Scanning Techniques .....................................................................................................................2-18
Scanner Status LED, Sounds, and Vibrations ...............................................................................2-18
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................................2-19
Operating One Dimensional (1D) Internal Laser Scanners ...........................................................2-19
Operating Internal Two Dimensional (2D) Imagers........................................................................2-19
Navigating in Windows Embedded Hand-Held 6.5 and Applications.............................................. 2-20
Navigating Using a Touchscreen....................................................................................................2-20
Navigating Using the Keyboard......................................................................................................2-20
The Today Screen........................................................................................................................... 2-21
Customizing the Today Screen.......................................................................................................2-22
The Today Screen Default Options ................................................................................................2-22
Pictures ............................................................................................................................... 2-22
Music................................................................................................................................... 2-22
Phone.................................................................................................................................. 2-22
Voicemail............................................................................................................................. 2-22
Time, Date and Alarms........................................................................................................ 2-23
Text Messages.................................................................................................................... 2-24
E-mail Notification...........................................................................................................................2-26
Calendar of Upcoming Appointments ............................................................................................2-26
Creating and Editing Appointments..................................................................................... 2-27
Deleting Appointments ........................................................................................................ 2-29
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Favorites.........................................................................................................................................2-29
Using the Navigation Bar and Hotkeys ........................................................................................... 2-29
The Softkey Bar .............................................................................................................................. 2-31
The Start Button .............................................................................................................................2-31
Managing Files and Folders............................................................................................................ 2-31
Creating a New Folder ...................................................................................................................2-32
Renaming a File .............................................................................................................................2-32
Copying a File.................................................................................................................................2-32
Deleting a File.................................................................................................................................2-33
Using Menus................................................................................................................................... 2-33
Pop-Up Menus ...............................................................................................................................2-33
Programs – Using Applications ....................................................................................................... 2-34
Settings........................................................................................................................................... 2-35
Kiosk ............................................................................................................................................... 2-36
Data Transfer Between Omnii and a PC ........................................................................................ 2-36
Uploading Data in a Docking Station .............................................................................................2-36
Using Microsoft ActiveSync ............................................................................................................2-36
Using Windows Mobile Device Center...........................................................................................2-37
General Maintenance...................................................................................................................... 2-37
Caring for the Touchscreen ............................................................................................................2-37
Cleaning the Omnii.........................................................................................................................2-37
Chapter 3: Programs
Programs ........................................................................................................................................ 3-3
Home .............................................................................................................................................. 3-3
The Phone ...................................................................................................................................... 3-4
The Onscreen Phone Keypad........................................................................................................3-4
Sending & Ending Phone Calls Using the Onscreen Phone Keypad.................................. 3-4
Sending & Ending Calls Using the Omnii Keyboard ........................................................... 3-5
Making a Conference Call................................................................................................... 3-5
Programming Speed Dial.................................................................................................... 3-5
Managing Phone Settings..............................................................................................................3-8
Text Messages................................................................................................................................ 3-8
E-mail ............................................................................................................................................. 3-9
Folders............................................................................................................................................3-9
Synchronizing E-mail with Outlook (PC with Windows XP OS) ....................................................3-9
Changing Synchronization Settings .................................................................................... 3-10
Synchronizing E-mail with Outlook (PC with Windows Vista or Windows 7) ................................3-11
Sending an E-mail..........................................................................................................................3-12
Contacts.......................................................................................................................................... 3-12
Working with the Contacts List.......................................................................................................3-13
Communicate Tab - Adding Contacts.............................................................................................3-14
Info Tab ...........................................................................................................................................3-15
Notes Tab ............................................................................................................................ 3-15
Internet Explorer ............................................................................................................................. 3-15
Browsing Web Sites .......................................................................................................................3-15
Calendar ......................................................................................................................................... 3-16
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Alarms............................................................................................................................................. 3-16
Pictures & Videos ........................................................................................................................... 3-17
Using the Camera...........................................................................................................................3-17
Moving Photos to the Omnii ...........................................................................................................3-18
Opening a Photo.............................................................................................................................3-18
Deleting a Photo.............................................................................................................................3-18
Editing a Photo ...............................................................................................................................3-19
Creating a Slide Show....................................................................................................................3-19
Using the Video Recorder ..............................................................................................................3-19
Windows Media .............................................................................................................................. 3-20
Messenger (Windows Live) ............................................................................................................ 3-20
Windows Live.................................................................................................................................. 3-21
Notes .............................................................................................................................................. 3-21
Creating a Note Using the Soft Keyboard......................................................................................3-21
Creating and Converting Handwritten Notes to Text......................................................................3-22
Renaming a Note............................................................................................................................3-23
Recording Notes.............................................................................................................................3-23
Task Notification.............................................................................................................................. 3-24
File Explorer.................................................................................................................................... 3-26
ActiveSync® .................................................................................................................................. 3-27
Synchronization ..............................................................................................................................3-27
Internet Sharing .............................................................................................................................. 3-27
Creating an Internet Connection ....................................................................................................3-27
Using Internet Sharing....................................................................................................................3-28
Task Manager ................................................................................................................................. 3-29
Search Phone ................................................................................................................................. 3-29
Imager and Camera Demo ............................................................................................................. 3-31
Office Mobile................................................................................................................................... 3-31
Excel Mobile ...................................................................................................................................3-32
OneNote Mobile..............................................................................................................................3-32
Word Mobile....................................................................................................................................3-36
Text Input Modes................................................................................................................. 3-36
Sharing Documents with your PC ....................................................................................... 3-36
PowerPoint Mobile..........................................................................................................................3-36
SharePoint Workspace Mobile.......................................................................................................3-37
PartnerUp ....................................................................................................................................... 3-37
Kiosk ............................................................................................................................................... 3-37
Modem Link .................................................................................................................................... 3-38
Remote Desktop Mobile ................................................................................................................. 3-38
Connecting to a Terminal Server....................................................................................................3-38
Disconnecting Without Ending a Session ......................................................................................3-39
Ending a Session............................................................................................................................3-39
SIM Toolkit UI.................................................................................................................................. 3-39
WiFiConnect A.R.C......................................................................................................................... 3-39
Chapter 4: Settings
Overview of Software...................................................................................................................... 4-5
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Zebra Software Advantage.............................................................................................................4-5
Microsoft Software..........................................................................................................................4-5
Settings........................................................................................................................................... 4-5
Clocks & Alarms.............................................................................................................................. 4-6
Lock ................................................................................................................................................ 4-6
Home .............................................................................................................................................. 4-7
Appearance Tab – Changing the Theme (Background) ................................................................4-7
Beaming a Theme to Another Device ............................................................................................4-7
Items Tab – Customizing the Today Screen...................................................................................4-8
Power.............................................................................................................................................. 4-9
Battery Power.................................................................................................................................4-9
Advanced Tab.................................................................................................................................4-9
Battery Details Tab .........................................................................................................................4-10
Suspend Threshold and Estimated Battery Backup ......................................................................4-10
Battery Health.................................................................................................................................4-11
Sound & Notifications...................................................................................................................... 4-12
Sounds Tab.....................................................................................................................................4-12
Notifications Tab .............................................................................................................................4-13
Connections Folder......................................................................................................................... 4-13
Beam ..............................................................................................................................................4-14
Bluetooth Setup ............................................................................................................................4-14
The Devices Tab - Scanning for Bluetooth Devices........................................................... 4-15
Pairing a Device.................................................................................................................. 4-17
Servers Tab ......................................................................................................................... 4-18
Mode Tab ........................................................................................................................... 4-19
About Tab ............................................................................................................................ 4-20
Paired Tab ........................................................................................................................... 4-20
Connecting Using a Bluetooth GPRS Phone.................................................................................4-21
Connections – Connecting to the Internet......................................................................................4-23
Modem Connection Setup..............................................................................................................4-24
Advanced Modem Settings ................................................................................................. 4-25
Domain Enroll.................................................................................................................................4-26
Network Cards................................................................................................................................4-27
Changing Network Card Settings........................................................................................ 4-28
VPN Connection Setup ....................................................................................................... 4-29
Managing an Existing Connection....................................................................................... 4-30
Proxy Server Tab................................................................................................................. 4-31
Selecting a Network .......................................................................................................................4-32
Wi-Fi Config - Setting Up the 802.11a/b/g/n Radio........................................................................4-33
Wi-Fi Config: Status Tab ..................................................................................................... 4-34
Wi-Fi Config: Configure Tab ................................................................................................ 4-34
Configuring TCP/IP ............................................................................................................. 4-39
Wi-Fi Config: Advanced Tab ................................................................................................ 4-41
Wireless Manager ..........................................................................................................................4-42
Personal Folder............................................................................................................................... 4-43
App Launch Keys ...........................................................................................................................4-43
Buttons............................................................................................................................................4-45
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Program Buttons Tab .......................................................................................................... 4-45
Up/Down Control Tab .......................................................................................................... 4-46
OneShots ............................................................................................................................ 4-46
Macro Keys ......................................................................................................................... 4-47
Unicode Mapping ................................................................................................................ 4-48
Scancode Remapping......................................................................................................... 4-49
Lock Sequence Tab............................................................................................................. 4-51
The Phone – Managing Settings .................................................................................................... 4-51
Phone: Sounds Tab ........................................................................................................................4-53
Phone: Security Tab .......................................................................................................................4-53
Phone: Services Tab.......................................................................................................................4-55
Phone: Network Tab .......................................................................................................................4-55
Phone: Data Tab .............................................................................................................................4-56
Phone: Bands Tab ..........................................................................................................................4-56
Phone: Diagnostics Tab..................................................................................................................4-56
Phone: Hearing Aid Mode Tab........................................................................................................4-57
System Folder................................................................................................................................. 4-57
About ..............................................................................................................................................4-58
Backlight – Screen and Keypad.....................................................................................................4-58
Battery Power Tab............................................................................................................... 4-59
External Power Tab ............................................................................................................. 4-59
Backlight Tab....................................................................................................................... 4-60
Certificates......................................................................................................................................4-60
Choosing a Certificate......................................................................................................... 4-60
Compass.........................................................................................................................................4-62
Contrast ..........................................................................................................................................4-63
Customer Feedback.......................................................................................................................4-63
Dr. Debug........................................................................................................................................4-63
Status.................................................................................................................................. 4-64
Utilities ................................................................................................................................ 4-64
Motion Meter ....................................................................................................................... 4-65
Settings ............................................................................................................................... 4-65
Encryption.......................................................................................................................................4-65
Error Reporting ...............................................................................................................................4-66
GPS (Global Positioning System) ..................................................................................................4-66
GPS (Global Positioning System) Settings ....................................................................................4-68
Imagers Settings............................................................................................................................4-71
Manage Triggers.............................................................................................................................4-72
Trigger Mappings ................................................................................................................ 4-72
Managed Programs........................................................................................................................4-74
Memory...........................................................................................................................................4-74
Main Tab.............................................................................................................................. 4-75
Storage Card....................................................................................................................... 4-75
Microphone.....................................................................................................................................4-75
PartnerUp ......................................................................................................................................4-76
Quick Defrost (Heater Settings) .....................................................................................................4-76
Kiosk...............................................................................................................................................4-76
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Kiosk Menu ......................................................................................................................... 4-77
Administrator Password ...................................................................................................... 4-78
Shell Settings ...................................................................................................................... 4-78
Restrictions.....................................................................................................................................4-83
Control Panel Settings ........................................................................................................ 4-84
Import and Export Settings.................................................................................................. 4-85
Activating a Change – User Mode ...................................................................................... 4-87
Regional Settings ...........................................................................................................................4-87
Remove Programs .........................................................................................................................4-88
Scanner Settings ............................................................................................................................4-89
Restoring Default Settings .................................................................................................. 4-89
Options Tab ......................................................................................................................... 4-89
Translations Tab.................................................................................................................. 4-92
Port Replicator Port A (COM5) and Port B (COM6) ............................................................ 4-93
Screen ............................................................................................................................................4-95
Screen Rotation..............................................................................................................................4-96
System Properties..........................................................................................................................4-97
Task Manager.................................................................................................................................4-97
Total Recall.....................................................................................................................................4-98
Creating a Backup............................................................................................................... 4-99
Creating a Clone ................................................................................................................. 4-100
Managing Profiles ............................................................................................................... 4-101
Deleting a Profile................................................................................................................. 4-103
TweakIT..........................................................................................................................................4-103
Advanced Interface and Network Settings.......................................................................... 4-104
Advanced Services Settings ............................................................................................... 4-105
Registry Editor..................................................................................................................... 4-106
Chapter 5: Accessories
Pistol Grips...................................................................................................................................... 5-3
Removing the Trigger Cover ..........................................................................................................5-3
Attaching the Pistol Grip.................................................................................................................5-3
Carrying and Protective Accessories ............................................................................................. 5-4
The Hand Strap - Model ST6025 ...................................................................................................5-5
Protective Carrying Case - Model ST6090 ....................................................................................5-5
Hard Shell Holster - Model ST6055 ...............................................................................................5-5
Power Accessories.......................................................................................................................... 5-6
Snap Modules ...............................................................................................................................5-6
AC Wall Adaptor - Models ST1050 and ST1050-AR .....................................................................5-8
Vehicle Power Outlet Adaptor - Model ST3113..............................................................................5-8
Chargers and Docking Stations: General Information .................................................................... 5-9
Important Charger Safety Instructions ...........................................................................................5-9
Charging the Battery ......................................................................................................................5-9
Installation — Chargers and Docking Stations ..............................................................................5-10
Operator Controls...........................................................................................................................5-10
Power Consumption Considerations..............................................................................................5-10
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Desktop Docking Stations - Models ST4002 and ST4003.............................................................. 5-10
Charging a Battery Installed in Omnii.............................................................................................5-12
Indicators ........................................................................................................................................5-13
Operation .......................................................................................................................................5-13
Charging the Omnii Battery................................................................................................. 5-13
Charging the Spare Battery ................................................................................................ 5-13
Cleaning the Desktop Docking Station...........................................................................................5-13
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................................5-14
Docking station does not seem to power on. ...................................................................... 5-14
Omnii charge indicator LED stays off.................................................................................. 5-14
Omnii charge indicator LED is red. ..................................................................................... 5-14
Spare battery LED is red with a battery installed. ............................................................... 5-14
Spare battery LED does not turn on when a battery is installed. ........................................ 5-14
Quad Docking Station – Model No. ST4004................................................................................... 5-15
Operator Controls...........................................................................................................................5-15
Indicators ........................................................................................................................................5-16
Quad Docking Station Operation ...................................................................................................5-16
Charging the Omnii Battery................................................................................................. 5-16
Installation........................................................................................................................... 5-16
Connecting to the Ethernet Network ................................................................................... 5-17
Cleaning the ST4004......................................................................................................................5-17
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................................5-18
Omnii Charge Indicator LED Stays Off ............................................................................... 5-18
Power LED Does Not Light Up ........................................................................................... 5-18
Omnii Charge LED Flashes Yellow ..................................................................................... 5-18
Omnii Charge Indicator LED is Red.................................................................................... 5-18
Powered Adaptor LED Stays Off......................................................................................... 5-18
Vehicle Cradles - Models ST1000 and ST1002 ............................................................................ 5-18
Vehicle Cradle Mounting Recommendations.................................................................................5-19
Insertion and Removal of Omnii.....................................................................................................5-21
Maintaining the Vehicle Cradle.......................................................................................................5-22
ST1002 Powered Cradle Installation..............................................................................................5-22
Wiring Guidelines................................................................................................................ 5-23
Installation in High Voltage Vehicles ................................................................................... 5-23
Wiring Vehicle Power and Communications to the Cradle.................................................. 5-24
Battery Charger (6-Slot) - Model ST3006 ....................................................................................... 5-26
Installation.......................................................................................................................................5-26
Operator Controls...........................................................................................................................5-27
Charge Indicators ...........................................................................................................................5-27
Charging Batteries..........................................................................................................................5-27
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................................5-28
Improper Battery Storage.................................................................................................... 5-28
Power Self-test LEDs Don’t Light Up .................................................................................. 5-28
Indicator Does Not Light When Battery Installed ................................................................ 5-28
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Appendices
Appendix A: Port Pinouts
Omnii Docking Connector............................................................................................................... A-3
Snap Modules Connectors.............................................................................................................. A-4
Cable Connectors for Vehicle Cradle Model ST1002 ..................................................................... A-5
Omnii Battery Contacts................................................................................................................... A-6
Appendix B: Imagers Applet
The Imagers Applet......................................................................................................................... B-3
Required Applets............................................................................................................................. B-3
Presets ........................................................................................................................................... B-3
Predefined Presets ................................................................................................................... B-3
Barcode Predefined Presets ..................................................................................................... B-3
Barcode Decoding Symbology Predefined Presets ........................................................... B-4
Barcode Decoding Camera Predefined Presets ....................................................................... B-4
Image Capture Predefined Presets........................................................................................... B-5
Using the Imagers Applet................................................................................................................ B-5
Configuring the Image Capture Presets.................................................................................... B-5
Selecting a Camera .................................................................................................................. B-6
Setting the Active Preset........................................................................................................... B-6
Viewing a Preset ....................................................................................................................... B-6
Creating a Custom Preset......................................................................................................... B-6
Modifying a Custom Preset....................................................................................................... B-7
Removing a Custom Preset ...................................................................................................... B-8
Configuring the Barcode Decoding Camera Presets...................................................................... B-8
Selecting a Camera .................................................................................................................. B-9
Setting the Active Preset........................................................................................................... B-9
Viewing a Preset ....................................................................................................................... B-9
Creating a Custom Preset......................................................................................................... B-10
Modifying a Custom Preset....................................................................................................... B-11
Removing a Custom Preset ...................................................................................................... B-12
Configuring the Barcode Decoding Symbologies ..................................................................... B-12
Setting the Active Preset........................................................................................................... B-12
Viewing a Preset ....................................................................................................................... B-12
Creating a Custom Preset......................................................................................................... B-13
Modifying a Custom Preset....................................................................................................... B-14
Removing a Custom Preset ...................................................................................................... B-15
Filter Tab – Manipulating Barcode Data .................................................................................... B-15
Modifying a Barcode Setting ............................................................................................... B-15
Translation Tab – Configuring Rules ......................................................................................... B-16
Case Rules.......................................................................................................................... B-17
Advanced Tab ........................................................................................................................... B-18
File Locations for Captured Images .................................................................................... B-18
Configuring Triggers............................................................................................................ B-18
Barcode Symbologies..................................................................................................................... B-19
Imager Barcode Symbologies................................................................................................... B-20
Color Camera Barcode Symbologies........................................................................................ B-21
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Appendix C: Scanner Settings
Barcode Settings ............................................................................................................................ C-3
Scanner Options ....................................................................................................................... C-3
Restoring Default Settings ........................................................................................................ C-4
Decoded (Internal) Scanners.................................................................................................... C-4
Options................................................................................................................................ C-4
Decoded (Internal) Advanced Options ................................................................................ C-5
Decoded (Internal) Data Options ........................................................................................ C-6
Decoded (HHP)......................................................................................................................... C-7
Decoded (Intermec ISCP)......................................................................................................... C-7
Decoded (ISCP) Options .................................................................................................... C-7
Decoded (ISCP) Advanced Options.................................................................................... C-7
Non-Decoded Scanners............................................................................................................ C-9
Options................................................................................................................................ C-9
Appendix D: Internal Imager & Scanner Specifications
Internal Scanners and Imagers....................................................................................................... D-3
SE955 Scanner............................................................................................................................... D-3
SE955 Decode Zones............................................................................................................... D-3
SE965 Scanner............................................................................................................................... D-4
SE965 Decode Zones............................................................................................................... D-5
SE1224HP - High Performance Scanner........................................................................................ D-6
SE1224HP Decode Zones........................................................................................................ D-6
SE1524ER – Extended Range Scanner......................................................................................... D-7
SE1524ER Decode Zones........................................................................................................ D-7
EV15 Imager................................................................................................................................... D-8
EV15 Imager Decode Zone ...................................................................................................... D-8
EA11 Decoded 2D Imager .............................................................................................................. D-9
EA11 Typical Reading Distances .............................................................................................. D-10
EA20X Imager ................................................................................................................................ D-10
EA20X Typical Reading Distances ........................................................................................... D-11
HHP 5080SR Imager/Decoder........................................................................................................ D-12
HHP 5080SR Working Range................................................................................................... D-12
SE4500SR – Standard Range Imager............................................................................................ D-13
SE4500SR Decode Zone.......................................................................................................... D-15
SE4600LR – Long Range Imager............................................................................................. D-16
SE4600LR Decode Zones .................................................................................................. D-18
Appendix E: Omnii Specifications
The Omnii Hand-Held Computer (Model 7545) .............................................................................. E-3
Hardware .................................................................................................................................. E-3
Regulatory Approvals................................................................................................................ E-5
Lithium-ion Smart Battery 5000 mAh (ST3001).............................................................................. E-5
Wireless Radios.............................................................................................................................. E-6
Cinterion, Model MC75i GSM/GPRS/EDGE Radio .................................................................. E-6
Cinterion PH8-P GSM/GPRS/EDGE/UMTS/HSPA+ Radio ...................................................... E-7
802.11a/b/g/n Radio.................................................................................................................. E-9
Bluetooth Radio ....................................................................................................................... E-11
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Chapter F: Omnii XT15f Freezer Variants
The Omnii XT15f Hand-Held Computer (Model 7545XT)............................................................... F-3
Hardware Specifications.................................................................................................................F-4
Regulatory Approvals .....................................................................................................................F-5
The Freezer Keyboards..................................................................................................................F-6
Lithium-ion Smart Battery 5000 mAh (ST3001) for Omnii Chiller Model ........................................ F-6
Lithium-ion Smart Battery 5300 mAh (ST3002) for Omnii Arctic Model.......................................... F-7
Quick Defrost Application................................................................................................................ F-8
Settings...........................................................................................................................................F-9
Suspend Threshold............................................................................................................. F-9
Scan Window ...................................................................................................................... F-9
Heater Info......................................................................................................................................F-9
Heater System .................................................................................................................... F-10
Display and Scan Window Heaters..................................................................................... F-11
System Test......................................................................................................................... F-11
System Properties............................................................................................................... F-12
Appendix G: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)
Wireless WAN................................................................................................................................. G-3
Navigation Bar Icons....................................................................................................................... G-3
Establishing a Packet Data Connection.......................................................................................... G-3
Disconnecting from a Network.................................................................................................. G-5
Advanced Packet Data Configuration....................................................................................... G-5
Manually Adding a New Modem Connection ...................................................................... G-5
The Security Tab – Entering a PIN...................................................................................... G-7
Bands.................................................................................................................................. G-7
Network Configuration ........................................................................................................ G-8
Hearing Aid ......................................................................................................................... G-8
Appendix H: Omnii XT15ni Non-Incendive Safety Guidelines
Omnii XT15ni (non-incendive) Important Safety & Regulatory Information .................................... H-3
Omnii XT15ni Battery Information................................................................................................... H-4
Index... . .. . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . .. . .. . . . .. . .. . .. . . . .. . .. . . . . . . .. . .. . . . .. . .. . .. . . . .. . .. . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . .. . .. . . . .. . .. . I
ABOUT THIS GUIDE
ABOUT THIS GUIDE
About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xix
Text Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx
Overview of the Omnii Hand-Held Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx
Regulatory Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxiii
About This Manual
This user manual describes how to configure, operate, and maintain the Omnii Hand-Held Computer.
Chapter : About This Guide
provides a basic overview of the Omnii Hand-Held.
Chapter 1: Basic Operation
describes the steps required to get the Omnii ready for operation.
Chapter 2: Getting To Know Your Omnii
describes Omnii features, including how to charge and maintain the battery, the keyboard features, the display, using the internal scanner, etc. This chapter also describes how to navigate the
Microsoft
Omnii and a PC and how to manage files and folders.
Chapter 3: Programs
provides a description of the Microsoft
and how to use them.
®
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Windows® Embedded Hand-Held 6.5 Today screen, how to transfer data between the
®
Windows® Embedded Hand-Held 6.5 Programs applets
Chapter 4: Settings
®
provides details about Microsoft
use them.
Chapter 5: Accessories
describes the peripherals and accessories available for your Omnii computer.
Appendix A: Port Pinouts
describes pinouts for the Omnii docking connector, snap module connectors, battery contacts,
and vehicle cradle cable connectors.
Appendix B: Imagers Applet
describes in detail the Omnii imager settings.
Appendix C: Scanner Settings
describes the barcode options.
Appendix D: Internal Imager & Scanner Specifications
lists the specifications for the Omnii scanners and imagers.
Appendix E: Omnii Specifications
lists the specifications for your Omnii computer, radios, and battery.
Windows® Embedded Hand-Held Settings applets and how to
Appendix F: Omnii XT15f Freezer Variants
provides specifications for the Omnii XT15f freezer variants and the Arctic freezer battery
(ST3002). In addition, the “Quick Defrost” applet is described here.
Appendix G: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)
provides WWAN configuration information.
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Appendix H: Omnii XT15ni Non-Incendive Safety Guidelines
lists the approvals, important warnings, and cautions for the Omnii XT15ni (non-incendive)
Hand-Held Computer.
Text Conventions
NOTE Notes highlight additional helpful information.
IMPORTANT These statements provide particularly important instructions or
additional information that is critical to the operation of the
equipment.
WARNING These statements provide critical information that may prevent
physical injury, equipment damage or data loss.
Overview of the Omnii Hand-Held Computer
The Omnii Hand-Held Computer is a modular, industrial hand-held computer. A variety of options are available
to suit applications in courier/delivery, field service, manufacturing facilities, material handling applications in
warehouses, ports and yards, with a focus on real time wireless data transactions. Barcode input methodolo-
gies are supported by a variety of available scanners. Optimization for specific operational environments is
also supported with a wide range of peripheral options and carrying accessories.
The Omnii XT15f (Freezer Variant) combines modularity, customizability and performance with added tech-
nology to resist condensation for use in cold, condensing environments. For details, see Appendix F: “Omnii
XT15f Freezer Variants”.
NOTE The Omnii Hand-Held Computer is a body worn device, and to maintain compliance
with the FCC RF exposure guidelines, use a Zebra approved carrying case. Use of
non-approved accessories may violate FCC RF exposure guidelines.
NOTE For product specifications, refer to Appendix E: “Omnii Specifications”.
Model Variants
• Omnii RT15 Hand-Held Computer (rugged) – Model 7545XC
• Omnii XT15 Hand-Held Computer (extremely rugged) – Model 7545XA
• Omnii XT15f (Freezer Variants) Hand-Held Computer (extremely rugged) - Model 7545XT
Processor and Memory
®
• Texas Instruments
• RAM: 512 MB.
• Flash ROM: 1 GB.
AM3715 Sitara (OMAP3® compatible), ARM Processor 800 MHz.
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Operating System
®
• Microsoft Windows
Bundled Applications
• Internet Explorer
• Windows® Office Mobile 2010, includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote & SharePoint
• Windows Office Outlook Mobile
• Windows Media Player Mobile
Supported Applications
• Open TekTerm.
• Stay-Linked Terminal Emulation.
• Naurtech Browser.
• Naurtech Terminal Emulation.
• NetMotion Mobility XE VPN.
Device Management and Utilities
• Kiosk.
Embedded Hand-Held 6.5
®
Mobile
• Mobile Control Centre (MCC).
• Total Recall, TweakIt, Dr. Debug.
User Interface
• Colour/Touch Display 9.4 cm (3.7 in) diagonal
- VGA (640 x 480) Transflective.
- High visibility option: superior sunlight visibility with 165 cd/m2 brightness.
- Extreme Duty option: withstands 1.25 Joule impact, superior low temperature operation (to -20° C/-4°
F), with 160 cd/m2 brightness. Better abrasion resistance.
• Touchscreen
- Passive stylus or finger operation; pan and flick gestures supported.
- Signature capture.
• Keyboards
- Large selection of backlit keypads in both alpha and numeric formats. For a list of currently
available keyboard configurations, consult your Zebra representative, or go to:
http://www.Zebra.com/US-EN/Product+Lines/Psion/?WT.mc_id=psion_us_p_handheld
• Voice, Audio & Feedback
- High volume beeper: 95 dBA.
- Integrated microphone and speaker.
- Optional Push-to-Talk Speaker.
- Vibration feedback.
- Walkie-talkie style Push-to-Talk – VoIP over Wi-Fi or WWAN.
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Wireless Connectivity
• Integrated Bluetooth® V2.0 + EDR.
• Onboard IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi (CCX V4 Pending) radio.
• Bluetooth® coexistence.
• Optional SIRF III GPS Receiver.
• Optional 2.5 G GSM/GPRS/EDGE radio.
• Optional UMTS 3.8 G HSPA+ radio
NOTE 802.11a/b/g/n and Bluetooth are available simultaneously.
The following figures illustrate the main features of the Omnii — for detailed views, please see “Omnii
Features” on page 1-3.
Figure 1
Omnii XT15 and Omnii RT15 Variants
Omnii XT15
59-key ABC keyboard
Omnii RT15
55-key ABC keyboard
Figure 2
Bottom View (Docking Connector)
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Figure 3
Figure 4
Top View (Scanner Window)
Laser Aperture
Omnii XT15f Freezer Variant
NOTE For details about the Omnii XT15f freezer units, refer to Appendix F: “Omnii
XT15f Freezer Variants”
Omnii XT15f
34-key numeric keyboard
58-key alphanumeric keyboard
Omnii XT15f
Regulatory Labels
WARNING Using controls or adjustments or performing procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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650-680nm LASER DIODE
Max.Output:1.4mW (SCAN ) <1mW(AIM)
IEC60825-1:2007 (2nd Edition)
LASER RADIATION
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT (IEC)
CLASS II LASER PRODUCT (CDRH)
1003838A
MODEL No:
7545
650-680nm LASER DIODE
Max. Output:1.9mW (SCAN)<1mW (AIM)
IEC60825-1:2007 (2nd Edition)
LASER RADIATION
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT (IEC)
CLASS II LASER PRODUCT (CDRH)
1003853A
MODEL No:
7545
1003837A
MODEL No:
7545
IEC60825-1:2007 (2nd Edition)
LED RADIATION
CLASS 1 LED PRODUCT (IEC)
CLASS I LED PRODUCT (CDRH)
This product contains an imager
that uses an LED light source
IEC60825-1:2007 (2nd Edition)
IEC62471:2006
LASER RADIATION
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CLASS 2 LASER/LED PRODUCT
1003923
Figure 5
Figure 6
Figure 7
Laser Warning Label
This label is affixed below the scanner window.
SE955 Laser Warning Label
This label is affixed below the scanner window.
SE965 and SE4500 Laser Warning Label
Figure 8
Figure 9
LED Radiation Notice Label
This label is affixed below the scanner window.
This label is affixed below the scanner window.
SE4600 Laser Warning Label
This label is affixed below the scanner window.
CHAPTER 1BASIC OPERATION
BASIC OPERATION 1
Omnii Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Omnii Modules Available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
Documents Available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
Preparing the Omnii for Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
The Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
Switching the Omnii On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6
Resetting the Omnii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7
Performing a Warm Reset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7
Performing a Cold Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7
Performing a Clean Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Boot to BooSt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-8
Performing a Hard Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-8
Attaching Carrying Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-8
Calibrating the Touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-8
Imager and Scanner Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9
Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9
Data Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9
Phone Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7
Omnii Features
Basic Operation 1 - 3
Figure 1-1
Front View of the Omnii XT15 Model with Alphanumeric Keyboard
Speaker
LEDs
Scan key
Microphone
Symbol Modifier key
Beeper
Display
FN Modifier key
ENTER/Power key
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Figure 1-2
Side Views of the Omnii XT15
Right Side
Vertical
scroll button
ENTER button
Battery release button
Side rail
Slot for snap module arm
Left Side
Volume
rocker button
Scan button
Figure 1-3
Figure 1-4
Bottom View
Top View
2
1 Docking Connector
2 Alignment Pin Holes
3 M2.5 Locking Screws
(for firmly attaching devices)
4 Hand Strap Slot
1
2
3
4
Laser
aperture
3
End-cap
Basic Operation 1 - 5
Figure 1-5
Back View
Rear PTT speaker
(optional)
Scanner pod
Expansion back
Camera aperture
Scanner window
Pistol grip
attachment screws (4)
Battery pack
Omnii Modules Available
To see a current list of Omnii accessories and modules, go to the Zebra website at:
http://www.zebra.com/US-EN/Product+Lines/Psion/?WT.mc_id=psion_us_p_handheld
Documents Available
To see a current list of documents and download what you need, go to the Knowledge Base on the Zebra Ingenuity Working community website:
http://www.ingenuityworking.com/knowledge/w/knowledgebase/product-manuals.aspx
Preparing the Omnii for Operation
The Battery
The Omnii is powered by a Lithium-ion Smart Battery pack, 5000 mAh — Model ST3001.
IMPORTANT Before charging the battery, it is critical that you review the battery
safety guidelines in the Omnii Hand-Held Computer Regulatory &
Warranty Guide (PN 8000191).
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Battery packs shipped from the factory are charged to approximately 40% and must be fully charged prior to
use. Batteries can be charged using a variety of chargers and docking stations. For detailed information, see
“Battery Details” on page 2-5.
Replacing the Battery Pack
IMPORTANT Always switch the unit off before changing the battery (see “Switch-
ing the Omnii On and Off” on page 1-6). However, assuming the
default power saving parameters and battery reserve level have not
been altered, battery swap time is a minimum of 4 minutes — you
will not lose data if the battery is replaced within this time frame.
Figure 1-6
Omnii Battery
1 - Release Button
2 - Battery Compartment
3 - Guide Tabs
4 - Release Button Tabs
Battery top
2
1
4
1
Contacts
3
3
Battery bottom
3
4
NOTE If you are using a docking station or an external power supply, you can insert an
uncharged battery and use the device while the battery charges.
Assuming the default power saving parameters and battery reserve level have not been altered, a battery can
be removed for up to 4 minutes without losing data. After 4 minutes the hand-held may reboot.
Removing the Battery Pack
• If your unit is equipped with a hand strap, unhook it from the base of the battery.
• Press the two latch buttons at the sides of the compartment simultaneously, and slide the battery out.
Installing the Battery Pack
• Slide the charged battery with the contoured plastic facing you into the unit with the contacts matching
position and the guide tabs moving into the corresponding slots at the base of the compartment. Firmly
click both sides of the battery into place.
• If your computer is equipped with a hand strap, re-attach the clip to the slot at the base of the battery.
• Switch the unit on (see “Switching the Omnii On and Off” on page 1-6).
Switching the Omnii On and Off
Follow the instructions below for your Omnii.
Basic Operation 1 - 7
Switching the Omnii On
• Press and hold the [Power] button down for at least one second.
When the unit is turned off, normally it automatically enters a power-saving, “suspend” state. When the Omnii
is switched on from the suspend state, operation resumes within a few seconds in the screen in which you
were working prior to turning the computer off.
IMPORTANT If your Omnii fails to power up, consider the following troubleshooting
options:
The battery may be overheated (>60C°), a non-Zebra battery may be
installed, or the battery may have fallen below the configured Suspend
Threshold. See “Suspend Threshold and Estimated Battery Backup” on
page 4-10 for details.
To switch on the hand-held, you will need to replace the overheated battery.
However, if you supply AC power to the Omnii with a battery that falls below
the configured Suspend Threshold, the unit will
Switching the Omnii Off
• To switch off the Omnii, press the [Power] button. The Omnii will automatically enter the Suspend state.
switch on.
IMPORTANT Turning off the hand-held does not result in a complete shutdown; rather,
the unit enters a power-saving, “suspend” state. When the Omnii is turned
on from suspend state, operation resumes within a few seconds.
Resetting the Omnii
To perform a variety of Omnii resets, you can use the keyboard shortcuts described below.
Performing a Warm Reset
During a warm reset, running programs are halted. The contents of the file system, Flash Disk, and the registry
are preserved. Keep in mind, however, that RAM content is not preserved.
• Press and hold down the [FN] key and the [Power] button simultaneously for a minimum of
four seconds.
NOTE For radio specifications, switching from Windows Zero Config to WiFi Config
(DeviceScape) and visa versa requires a warm reset.
Performing a Cold Reset
A cold reset reinitializes all hardware. All RAM including the RAM disk is erased. Non-volatile storage such as
the Flash disk is preserved, as is the file system.
To execute a cold reset:
• Press and hold down the [SYM] key, the [FN] key, and the [Power] button, simultaneously for a
minimum of four seconds.
Performing a Clean Start
A clean start returns the Omnii to factory settings, flushes the registry keys and deletes volatile storage.
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• Press and hold down the [FN] key, the [Power] button and the [SCAN] key simultaneously for a minimum
of six seconds.
The Omnii displays the Boot to BooSt menu.
• On an alpha keyboard, type .clean.
• On a numeric keyboard, type .25326.
Boot to BooSt
If you choose Boot to BooSt, the BooSt menu is loaded.
• Press and hold down the [FN] key, [Power] button and [SCAN] key for a minimum of four seconds.
• Press [1] to launch the OS.
Performing a Hard Reset
IMPORTANT This procedure is recommended as a last resort, when all other
methods fail.
To execute a hard reset:
• Remove the battery.
• Using a coin, or other conductive item, connect pins 5 and 6 of the Omnii battery contacts for at least six
seconds.
• Replace the battery and power the Omnii on. The computer will boot as if from a cold reset.
Attaching Carrying Accessories
Zebra recommends that a carrying accessory — a hand strap — be installed on the Omnii before use. For
detailed information, see “Carrying and Protective Accessories” on page 5-4.
Calibrating the Touchscreen
Pin 6
Pin 5
The Omnii touchscreen feature is factory-calibrated and ready-to-go; however, over time the touchscreen's
operating parameters may change, and it may need to be recalibrated for correct operation. Refer to “Cali-
brating the Touchscreen” on page 2-13 for details.
Imager and Scanner Options
If your Omnii is equipped with an internal imager or scanner, review the relevant sections: Appendix B:
“Imagers Applet” and vAppendix C: “Scanner Settings” for details.
Appendix D: “Internal Imager & Scanner Specifications” lists their current model numbers, descriptions,
and specifications.
Connectivity
For information on connecting the Omnii to a PC, refer to “Data Transfer Between Omnii and a PC” on
page 2-36.
The Omnii contains an integrated 802.11a/b/g/n radio module. The Wi-Fi Config application is used to
configure the radio for one or more wireless network profiles. To configure the radio, follow the steps outlined
under the heading “Wi-Fi Config - Setting Up the 802.11a/b/g/n Radio” on page 4-33.
The Omnii is also available with one of the following Wireless WAN radio options: the Cinterion MC75i EDGE
or the Cinterion PH8-P HSPA+. Refer to “Wireless Radios” on page E-6 in Appendix E: “Omnii Specifications”
for full specifications. With either of these radios and a SIM card, you can wirelessly transfer data (see
Appendix G: “Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)”), and you can use the Omnii voice option to place phone
calls (refer to “The Phone” on page 3-4 and “The Phone – Managing Settings” on page 4-51).
Basic Operation 1 - 9
To configure your Bluetooth settings, go to “Bluetooth Setup” on page 4-14.
If you have a GPS (Global Positioning System) module, you can choose from a set of GPS profiles built into
the modem and set up AGPS (Assisted Global Positioning System). See “GPS (Global Positioning System)”
on page 4-66.
Data Transfer
Data transfer options vary slightly depending on the type of operating system installed in your PC. Various
options exist depending on whether you are using Windows XP or earlier, Windows Vista® or Windows 7. For
connection details, refer to “Data Transfer Between Omnii and a PC” on page 2-36.
Phone Communication
If the Cinterion MC75i EDGE WWAN or Cinterion PH8-P HSPA+ radio modem is installed and enabled, the
Phone icon and the GSM signal strength icon will appear when you tap on the navigation bar at the top of the
screen. The 55-key and 66-key keyboards are also equipped with [Talk] and [End] phone keys. For details
about using the phone options, refer to “The Phone” on page 3-4 and “The Phone – Managing Settings” on
page 4-51.
NOTE The voice option is not available in North America for the Cinterion MC75i EDGE radio.
CHAPTER 2GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR OMNII
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR OMNII 2
Operating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
Battery Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
Battery Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
Battery Swap Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
Charging the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6
The Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6
The Power Button (55-Key and 66-Key Keyboards only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7
Standard Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7
Modifier Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
Activating Modifier Keys . . . . . . . . . . . .
Locking Modifier Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9
Function Keys and Macro Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Macro Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Numeric Keyboards — Accessing Alpha Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
The Keypad Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
The Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Adjusting the Display Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Calibrating the Touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Screen Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Locking the Touchscreen . . . .
Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Battery Charge Status LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Operating System Status LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Radio Status LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Scanner Status LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Audio Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Vibrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Inserting the microSD Card and SIM Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9
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Inserting the Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-16
Scanners and Imagers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17
Basic Scanner Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18
Scanning Techniques. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18
Scanner Status LED, Sounds, and Vibrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19
Operating One Dimensional (1D) Internal Laser Scanners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19
Operating Internal Two Dimensional (2D) Imagers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-19
Navigating in Windows Embedded Hand-Held 6.5 and Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-20
Navigating Using a Touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-20
Navigating Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-20
The Today Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customizing the Today Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22
The Today Screen Default Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22
Pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22
Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22
Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22
Time, Date and Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-23
Text Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-24
E-mail Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-26
Calendar of Upcoming Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-26
Creating and Editing Appointments . . . . . . . .
Deleting Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-29
Favorites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-29
Using the Navigation Bar and Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-29
The Softkey Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-31
The Start Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-31
Managing Files and Folders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-31
Creating a New Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-32
Renaming a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-32
Copying a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-32
Deleting a File . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-33
Pop-Up Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-33
Programs – Using Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-34
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-35
Kiosk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-36
Data Transfer Between Omnii and a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-36
Uploading Data in a Docking Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-36
Using Microsoft ActiveSync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-36
Using Windows Mobile Device Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-37
General Maintenance . .
Caring for the Touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-37
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-37
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-33
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-27
. . . . . . . . . .2-21
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Cleaning the Omnii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-37
Operating System
• Microsoft® Windows® Embedded Hand-Held 6.5
Battery Details
Omnii Hand-Held Computers operate by lithium-ion battery packs, Model ST3001.
Review the following sections for detailed battery information:
• Installation: “Preparing the Omnii for Operation” on page 1-5.
• Power settings: “Power” on page 4-9.
• Chargers and docking stations: Chapter 5: “Accessories”.
• Specifications: “Lithium-ion Smart Battery 5000 mAh (ST3001)” on page E-5.
• Contact pinout: “Omnii Battery Contacts” on page A-6.
Battery Safety
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IMPORTANT Before attempting to install, use, or charge the battery pack, it is crit-
Battery Swap Time
Assuming the default power saving parameters and battery reserve level have not been altered, battery swap
time is a minimum of 4 minutes — you will not lose data if the battery is replaced within this time frame.
To protect data, the safest place to store data is on a microSD memory card or externally on a USB memory
stick or on a PC. You can also save data in the “Flash Disk” partition of the file system.
Refer to “Suspend Threshold and Estimated Battery Backup” on page 4-10 for details about reserving battery
power for data backup purposes.
The Suspend Threshold adjustment in the Power Properties tab allows you to determine the battery capacity at
which the Omnii will be shut down. If left at the default value, Maximum Operating Time, the unit will run until
the battery is completely empty; the RAM is only backed up for a short period of time. If you choose Maximum
Backup Time, the Omnii shuts off with more energy left in the battery so RAM can be backed up for a longer
period of time.
IMPORTANT If your Omnii fails to power up, consider the following troubleshooting options:
ical that you review and follow the important safety guidelines in the
quick reference guide entitled Omnii Hand-Held Computer Regulatory & Warranty Guide, PN 8000191.
The battery may be overheated (>60C°), a non-Zebra battery may be
installed, or the battery may have fallen below the configured Suspend
Threshold. See “Suspend Threshold and Estimated Battery Backup” on
page 4-10 for details.
To switch on the hand-held, you will need to replace the overheated battery.
However, if you supply AC power to the Omnii with a battery that falls
below the configured Suspend Threshold, the unit will
switch on.
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Charging the Battery
Batteries shipped from the factory are charged to approximately 40% of capacity. Lithium-ion battery packs
must be fully charged before use. These batteries can be charged with a variety of chargers and docking
stations. For detailed information about these accessories, please see Chapter 5: “Accessories”.
Normally it takes 3 to 4 hours to charge a battery. The Omnii intelligent charging system protects the battery
from over-charging by terminating the charge process when the battery is at maximum capacity.
% Charge Com-
pleted
100% 4 hrs. 8 hrs.
75% 2 hrs. 6 hrs.
IMPORTANT To avoid damaging the battery, chargers will not begin the charge
The Keyboard
The Omnii can be ordered with a wide variety of Alpha and Numeric keyboard layouts. See:
http://www.Zebra.com/US-EN/Product+Lines/Psion/?WT.mc_id=psion_us_p_handheld
for a list of available configurations. Most of the keys on these keyboards operate much like a desktop
computer. Where a key or key function is not consistent with the PC keyboard, those differences are described
in the following sections.
Depending on the type of keyboard on your Omnii, the keyboard is equipped with a dedicated [Power] button
or an [ENTER/Power] combination key both of which allow you to switch the unit on.
The [BLUE/FN] modifier key provides access to additional keys and system functions. These functions are
colour coded in blue print above the keyboard keys.
During Sleep Mode While Operating
process until the battery temperature is between 0°C to 45°C (32°F
to 113°F).
NOTE Almost all keys can be reprogrammed to suit your requirements.
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Figure 2-1
Keyboard Layouts
[SYM] Modifier key
36-Key Numeric 123 Keyboard
[SCAN]
[Talk] key
[FN] Modifier key
[ENTER/Power] key
[SHIFT] Modifier key
[Windows] key
[Power] button
[End] key
55-Key Long Alphanumeric Keyboard
The Power Button (55-Key and 66-Key Keyboards only)
The [Power] button in the upper right corner of the keyboard switches the unit on and off.
Standard Keys
The [ENTER/Power] Key
The [ENTER/Power] key is used to execute the usual Enter keyboard functions as well as to power the unit on
and off for keyboards not equipped with a dedicated [Power] button (for details, refer to “Switching the Omnii
On and Off” on page 1-6).
NOTE 55-key and 66-key keyboards are equipped with a [Power] button. For these key-
boards, the [ENTER] key does not switch on the unit.
The [SHIFT] Key
The [SHIFT] key is used to display uppercase alpha characters and to provide access to other symbols and
functions on the numeric keyboards. Press the [SHIFT] key to turn the shift state 'on' (it will be represented in
the shift-state indicator in the navigation bar at the top of the screen), then press another key to access the
shifted function of that key.
Press the [SHIFT] key twice to lock the shift state on (the shift-state will be outlined in a black frame to indicate
it is locked ‘on’). Press [SHIFT] again to turn the shift state off.
To access CAPS LOCK mode, press [FN] + [SHIFT]. In this state, if you press a numeric key, the number is
displayed rather than the normal shifted function of that key. Press [FN] + [SHIFT] again to turn the CAPS
LOCK mode off.
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The Arrow Keys
The [Arrow] keys are located near the top of the keyboard, and are represented on the keyboard as triangles
pointing in different directions. The [Arrow] keys move the cursor around the screen in the direction of the
arrow: up, down, left and right. The left arrow key should not be confused with the [BACKSPACE] key which is
depicted as a left arrow. The cursor is the flashing box or underline character that indicates where the next
character you type will appear.
The [BACKSPACE/DEL] Key
The [BACKSPACE] key (represented on the keyboard as an arrow pointing left) moves the cursor one character to the left, erasing the previous key stroke.
The [DEL] key ([FN] +[BACKSPACE]) erases the character at the current cursor position.
The [CTRL] and [ALT] Key
The [CTRL] and [ALT] keys modify the function of the next key pressed and are application dependent.
Pressing either key twice locks it 'on'. Pressing the key once again unlocks it.
The [TAB] Key
Typically, the [TAB] key moves the cursor to the next field to the right or downward.
The [ESC] Key
Generally, this key is used as a keyboard shortcut to close the current menu, dialog box, or activity.
The [SPACE] Key
The [SPACE] key is represented on the keyboard by a long, horizontal line bracketed by a small vertical line on
each side. Pressing this key inserts a blank space between characters. In a Windows dialog box, pressing the
[SPACE] key enables or disables a checkbox.
The [SCAN] Key
The Omnii is equipped with a single [SCAN] key on the keyboard and an extra [SCAN] button located on the
left side of the unit. [SCAN] keys activate the scanner beam. For units that do not have internal scanners, these
keys can be remapped to serve other functions.
Modifier Keys
The [SHIFT], [CTRL], [ALT], [FN] and [SYM] keys are modifier keys that change the function of the next
key pressed.
The [SHIFT], [CTRL] and [ALT] keys operate much like a desktop keyboard except that they are not chorded
(two keys held down simultaneously). The modifier key must be pressed first followed by the key whose function you want modified.
[SHIFT] and [FN]
The [SHIFT] and [FN] modifier keys provide access to additional keys and system functions. The functions
related to these modifier keys are colour-coded in white and blue print respectively above the keyboard keys,
dependant on your keyboard format.
[SYM]
NOTE When using the Mobile Devices SDK Developers' Guide (PN 8100016), note
that the [SYM] key is interchangeable with the [ORANGE] key.
The Symbol [SYM] modifier key provides access to commonly used symbolic characters. Pressing the [SYM]
key brings up the Symbol soft input panel (SIP) onscreen keyboard, with symbols mapped to each key.
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NOTE Modifier keys are remapped using the Scancode Remapping applet. The Symbol
SIP will automatically display and use the new mappings after the next reboot.
The onscreen keyboard corresponds to the specific keyboard on your Omnii — either numeric or alphanumeric. The sample below reflects an alphanumeric keyboard layout.
Figure 2-2
Symbol Soft Input Panel
Activating Modifier Keys
When a modifier key is pressed, it is represented in the shift-state indicator icon in the navigation bar at the top
of the screen, making it easier to determine whether or not a modifier key is active. For example, when the blue
[FN] key is pressed, it is represented in blue in the shift-state indicator icon at the top of the screen.
Figure 2-3
Shift-State Indicator Icon
55-Key Alpha Keyboard
Locking Modifier Keys
When a modifier key is locked ‘on’, it will remain active until it is pressed again to unlock or turn it off.
To help you identify when a modifier key is locked ‘on’, the key is represented in the shift-state indicator icon
with a black frame around it.
Shift-state indicator icon
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Figure 2-4
Once a modifier key is unlocked or turned off, it is no longer displayed in the shift-state indicator icon.
Shift-State Indicator Icon – Locked/Unlocked Modifier Key
Unlocked modifier key indicator
NOTE The locking function of the modifier keys can be changed so that pressing a
modifier key once will lock it ‘on’.
If you disable the ‘One Shot’ function of the key, pressing it once will lock the
key ‘on’. Pressing the same key a second time will unlock or turn it ‘off’. Refer to
“OneShots” on page 4-46 for details.
Function Keys and Macro Keys
In addition to the standard keyboard functions, the Omnii supports function keys and macro keys.
Shift-state indicator icon
Locked modifier key indicator
All function keys and macro keys can be custom defined for each application. The Open TekTerm application
utilizes these keys (for detailed information, see the Open TekTerm Software User Manual, PN 8000073).
Function Keys
Function keys perform special, custom-defined functions within an application. These keys are accessed by
pressing one of the dedicated function keys on the keyboard, or through the appropriate [SHIFT] or [FN] key
sequence, depending on the keyboard variant being used.
Alphanumeric Keyboard Function Keys
The alphanumeric keyboards are equipped with up to thirty function keys, including those function keys that
are colour-coded in blue print above the alpha keys or function keys (depending on your keyboard).
To access the blue function keys, press the [FN] key followed by the appropriate alpha or function key.
Function keys [F1] through [F24] can be used with the Windows Embedded Hand-Held 6.5 operating system
or another application. The additional function keys, [F25] through [F30] along with the macros, are not used as
part of the Windows Embedded Hand-Held 6.5 operating system.
Numeric Keyboard Function Keys
The numeric keyboards are equipped with up to 24 function keys, including those function keys that are
colour-coded in white print above the function keys. Function keys F25 through F30 can only be accessed by
remapping another key to that function.
To access the white function keys, press the [SHIFT] key followed by the appropriate function key.
Macro Keys
IMPORTANT Refer to “Macro Keys” on page 4-47 for details about creating macros.
Several of the Omnii keyboards are equipped with a series of macro keys that can be programmed to replace
frequently used keystrokes, along with the function of executable keys like the [ENTER/Power] key, the
[BACKSPACE] key, any function key and arrow key, etc.
59-Key Alphanumeric Keyboard Macro Keys
These keyboards have six macro keys: [M1] to [M6], located on the S to X keys (second-last row of keys).
To access a macro key, press the [FN] key followed by the macro key.
36-Key Numeric Keyboard Macro Keys
These keyboards are equipped with five macro keys: [M1] to [M5]. These keys are colour coded in blue print
above function keys [F1] to [F5].
To access a macro key, press the [FN] key followed by the macro key. To create a macro, refer to “Macro Keys”
on page 4-47.
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Whether your keyboard does or does not have macro keys physically stamped on the keyboard, up to 15
macro functions can be added using the Scancode Remapping function. Refer to “Scancode Remapping” on
page 4-49 for details about mapping keys.
Numeric Keyboards — Accessing Alpha Keys
On Numeric Omnii keyboards, all alphabetic characters are printed on the unit plastic in blue typeface above
the keys. Alpha characters are accessed by pressing the [FN] modifier key, then pressing another key on the
keyboard.
Alpha Modified Numeric 789 keyboards have each blue alphabetic character assigned as a single [FN]-shifted
character on individual keys.
Numeric 123 keyboards have telephone-style alphabetic keys, with the blue alphabetic characters located in
groups of 3 or 4 above each of the numeric keys. To access characters on these keyboards, a few extra steps
are needed, as described below.
Choosing a Single Alpha Character
NOTE The following examples assume that the [FN] key is enabled as ‘Lock’ mode in
the ‘One Shot’ screen (accessed by choosing Start>Settings>Personal>Buttons
icon). In ‘Lock’ mode, pressing the [FN] key once locks it ‘on’. Refer to “One-
Shots” on page 4-46 for details.
The examples below illustrate how to access A, B and C, all of which are printed in blue characters above the
numeric key [2] on a 36-Key Long Numeric 123 keyboard.
IMPORTANT The letters you choose appear in the shift-indicator icon at the top of
the screen, providing a visual indicator of which letter will be displayed on the screen.
To choose the letter ‘a’:
• Press the [FN] key, and press the numeric key [2].
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• Press the [FN] key again to unlock or turn it off.
NOTE To choose the second, third or fourth alpha character assigned to a numeric key,
you may want to lock the [FN] key ‘on’. Remember that depending on how your
Omnii is set up in the ‘One Shots’ tab, you may find that you need to press the
[FN] key twice to lock it ‘on’. Refer to “OneShots” on page 4-46 for details.
To choose the letter ‘b’:
• Lock the [FN] key ‘on’, and press [2] twice.
• Press the [FN] key again to unlock or turn it off.
To choose the letter ‘c’:
• Lock the [FN] key ‘on’, and press [2] three times.
• Press the [FN] key again to unlock or turn it off.
NOTE Keep in mind that there is a timeout of one second between key presses when
sequencing through the alphabetic characters on a key. If you pause longer
than one second between key presses, the alphabetic character that is displayed at that time will be entered.
Selecting Uppercase Letters
To display a single capital letter, press the [SHIFT] key first, then the letter you want.
To access CAPS LOCK mode, press [FN] + [SHIFT]. In this state, if you press a numeric key, the number is
displayed rather than the normal shifted function of that key. Press [FN] + [SHIFT] again to turn the CAPS
LOCK mode off.
The Keypad Backlight
The intensity of the keypad backlight can be configured using the Backlight icon accessed by tapping on
Start>Settings>System>Backlight. Refer to “Backlight – Screen and Keypad” on page 4-58 for details about
this option.
NOTE Keep in mind that this option may be restricted to supervisory use only.
The Display
The Omnii is equipped with display backlighting to improve character visibility in low light conditions. The backlight switches on when a key is pressed.
Adjusting the Display Backlight
To set the backlight intensity and the duration of time that the backlight will remain on, you’ll need to choose the
Backlight icon.
• Tap on Start>Settings and then, tap on System>Backlight icon.
Refer to “Backlight – Screen and Keypad” on page 4-58 for details.
Calibrating the Touchscreen
If your touchscreen has never been aligned (calibrated) or if you find that the stylus pointer is not accurate
when you tap on an item, follow the steps below.
• Tap on Start>Settings>System. Tap on the Screen icon.
The General tab is displayed in which you can correct alignment and choose screen orientation (see “Screen
Orientation” on page 2-13 for details).
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• Tap on the Align Screen button, and follow the directions on the screen to align (calibrate) the screen.
NOTE This window provides two additional tabs: ClearType and Text Size. Tapping on
the ClearType tab allows you to enable the ClearType option to smooth screen
font appearance. The Text Size tab allows you to increase or decrease the size
of the font displayed on the screen.
Screen Orientation
In addition to screen calibration, the Screen icon allows you to determine how your screen will be oriented –
portrait or landscape (right- or left-handed).
• Tap on Start>Settings>System icon.
• Tap on the Screen icon.
• In the General tab, tap on the orientation that best suits the way in which you use your Omnii.
NOTE For information about screen rotation, refer to “Screen Rotation” on page 4-96.
Locking the Touchscreen
If you need to lock your touchscreen to protect against accidental actions:
• At the Today screen, tap on the Start icon.
• Tap on the Lock icon in the softkey bar at the bottom of the screen. A sliding lock is displayed on
the screen.
• Place the stylus on the sliding lock, flick it to the right and release to unlock the touchscreen and display
the screen options.
Indicators
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Sliding lock
Lock icon
LEDs
The Omnii uses LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes), onscreen messages, vibrations, and audio tones as indicators.
The Omnii is equipped with four coloured LEDs. This section outlines what these LEDs indicate.
IMPORTANT If an LED is illuminated in red, the operator should be cautious as
this generally indicates an abnormal operating condition or active
laser emission.
Figure 2-5
LED Status Indicators
1. Battery Charge Status
2. Operating System Status
3. Radio Status
4. Scanner Status
2
3
1
4
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Battery Charge Status LED
The far left LED is reserved for battery charge status. This indicator is active even when the hand-held
is inserted in a docking station (and in suspend mode) so that the charge status of the battery can be
detected easily.
Charge LED Behaviour Function
OFF External power not detected.
Solid Green Battery charging complete.
Flashing Green Charge in progress.
Yellow Cell temperature out of range for charge.
Solid Red Unable to charge battery.
Operating System Status LED
The second LED indicates system notifications and operating system status. It is also available for user-loaded
custom Windows Embedded Hand-Held 6.5 applications.
Operating LED Behaviour Function
OFF when unit is in Suspend or
Shutdown.
Solid Yellow The unit is powering on.
Fast Flashing Yellow The unit is entering Suspend mode.
Flashing Yellow This is application dependent.
Radio Status LED
The third LED from the left – the blue LED – indicates that the GPS radio is enabled or that the WWAN radio is
enabled.
Radio Traffic LED Behaviour Function
OFF The radio is disabled.
Slow Flashing Blue The radio is enabled and active.
Scanner Status LED
The fourth (far right) LED indicates scanner status.
Scan LED Behaviour Function
Normal operating status.
OFF The scanner is not in use.
Solid Red during scan Scan in progress.
Solid Green after decode
OFF when scan ended
Flashing Red Unsuccessful scan.
Successful scan.
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OPEN
LOCK
icro
M
Audio Indicators
The Omnii supports several audio options, including Bluetooth. The optional rear speaker can be used for
system (Windows) sounds and .wav files. When a rear speaker is absent, those sounds are routed to the front
receiver. The beeper provides a variety of sounds and can be configured to emit a sound to signal a number of
events such as screen taps, notifications, and so on. The volume rocker button is located on the left side of the
hand-held. Information on configuring sounds is detailed in “Sound & Notifications” on page 4-12.
Vibrations
You can set the Omnii to vibrate when a successful or unsuccessful barcode scan is performed. See “Good
Scan Beep and Bad Scan Beep” on page 4-91.
Inserting the microSD Card and SIM Card
There are two slots available in the battery compartment — the lower slot is provided for a microSD (Secure
Digital) card, which provides additional non-volatile memory to your Omnii, and the upper slot is for a SIM
(Subscriber Identity Module) card, which allows access to the Voice option, access to the Internet, and so on.
SD Cover
Inserting the Cards
• Switch off the power to the Omnii.
• Remove the battery.
• Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the SD cover screw. Flip the cover open or remove it.
For a microSD card:
• Slide the microSD card door to the left to unlock it. Flip it open.
• Slide the microSD card into the guides on the SD card door.
• Close the microSD card door, and slide it to the right to lock it.
microSD Card Slot
SIM Card Slot
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OPEN
LOCK
For a SIM card:
• Slide the SIM card metal door latch to the right to unlock it, then flip the door open.
• Slide the card into the guides on the SIM card door.
• Swing the hinged door back down into place, and slide the metal door latch to the left to lock it.
Scanners and Imagers
IMPORTANT It is critical that you review the “Laser Warnings” in the Omnii
Hand-Held Computer Regulatory & Warranty Guide (PN 8000191)
before using any of the scanners described in this chapter.
For detailed scanner specifications and decode zone tables, refer to
Appendix D: “Internal Imager & Scanner Specifications”
.
NOTE To enable a newly-installed imager or scanner, press and hold down the [FN]
key and the [ENTER/Power] key simultaneously for a minimum of three seconds. If your unit has a [Power] button, press and hold down the [FN] key and
the [Power] button for a minimum of three seconds.
The Omnii supports a wide range of scanner options to address a variety of user application requirements.
Refer to the following sections for detailed information:
• Scanner list and specifications: Appendix D: “Internal Imager & Scanner Specifications”.
• Configuration: “Scanner Settings” on page 4-89 and “Manage Triggers” on page 4-72.
• “Scanning Techniques” outlines the mechanics of a successful scan.
• “Scanner Status LED, Sounds, and Vibrations” details how to interpret whether or not a barcode has been
successfully scanned.
• Barcode Parameters: Appendix C: “Scanner Settings”.
• Imager Settings: Appendix B: “Imagers Applet”.
• “Troubleshooting” provides some helpful suggestions should the scan fail.
Scanner types include:
• Long Range: reads large 1D barcodes (55 mil) at long distances (up to 3 m).
• Standard Range/High Performance: reads damaged or low contrast regular 1D barcodes (5 - 55 mil) at
medium distances (up to 1m).
• Extended Range: reads regular 1D barcodes (5 - 55 mil) at short to medium distances (1 m), as well as
large 1D barcodes (e.g. 55 mil) at long distances.
• 1D Imager: reads regular 1D and PDF417 barcodes at short to medium distances.
• EA11 2D imager: reads 1D and 2D barcodes including damaged and low contrast regular 1D barcodes.
Smallest barcode at 5 mil with a minimum read distance to 2.8 inches and a maximum read distance of 5.1
inches; largest barcode at 40 mil with a minimum read distance of 3.1 inches and a maximum distance of
32.4 inches.
• EA20X 2D imager: reads 1D and 2D barcodes including damaged and low contrast regular 1D barcodes.
Smallest barcode at 6 mil with a minimum read distance of 6.1 inches and a maximum read distance of 9.1
inches. Largest barcode at 40 mil with a minimum read distance of 5.1 inches and a maximum read distance of 49.2 inches.
• SE4600LR imager: captures digital images for transmission to a decoder to decode a barcode of any
format supported by the decoding software. Uses laser aiming, LED illumination, and CMOS sensors to
capture barcode images over an extended range and under a wide variety of lighting conditions.
Basic Scanner Operations
• Turn the hand-held on. Wait until the unit has booted up completely.
• Aim at the barcode and press the scan key or the trigger. A scan beam and a warning indicator appear until
a successful decode is achieved or six seconds have elapsed.
Scanning Techniques
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• Hold the scanner at an angle. Do not hold it perpendicular to the barcode.
• Do not hold the scanner directly over the barcode. In this position, light can reflect back into the scanner’s
exit window and prevent a successful decode.
• Scan the entire barcode. If you are using a 1D or PDF laser scanner, make certain that the scan beam
crosses every bar and space on the barcode, including the margins on either end of the symbol.
• If you are using a 2D imaging scanner, make certain the red, oval shaped framing mark is centered within
the barcode you want to scan.
• When using imaging scanners, do not move the scanner while decoding the barcode. Movement blurs
the image.
• Hold the scanner farther away for larger barcodes.
• Hold the scanner closer for barcodes with bars that are close together.
Scanner Status LED, Sounds, and Vibrations
The scanner LED (the far right LED) indicates whether or not your scan is successful. The LED behaves
as follows:
• Scan In Progress: scan LED displays solid red colour.
• Successful Scan: scan LED displays solid green colour and turns off when the scan is ended.
• Unsuccessful scan: scan LED flashes red.
A barcode icon appears on the screen during a scan. While the scanner beam is active, the onscreen message
states: SCANNING. If you want to turn off the onscreen message, disable the Scan Indicator. (Refer to “Scan
Indicator” on page 4-90
.
When the scan is successful, the barcode data is displayed on the screen until the scan button (or pistol
trigger) is released, but only if the Scan Result parameter is turned on. Refer to “Scan Result” on page 4-90.
You can also enable sounds and vibrations to indicate good and bad scans by enabling Good Scan Beep and
Bad Scan Beep and Good and Bad Scan Vibrates. Refer to “Good Scan Beep and Bad Scan Beep” on
page 4-91 for details.
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Troubleshooting
If the scanner is not working, investigate the following:
• Is the unit on?
• Check that the barcode symbology being scanned is enabled for the hand-held you are using. Check any
other parameters that affect the scanning procedure or the barcode.
• Check the barcode to make sure it is not damaged. Try scanning a different barcode to verify that the
problem is not with the barcode.
• Check that the barcode is within the proper range.
• Does the hand-held display the warning without scanning? This suggests a hardware problem in
the hand-held.
• Is the laser beam scanning across the barcode?
• Once the scan beam has stopped, check the scanner window for dirt or fogging.
Operating One Dimensional (1D) Internal Laser Scanners
• Turn the hand-held on. Wait until the unit has booted up completely.
IMPORTANT If an aiming dot is available on the installed scanner, the dot will be
enabled for a configurable time period (including off), after which
normal scanning begins. Refer to “Dot Time (msec)” on page C-4 in
Appendix C: “Scanner Settings” for details.
Double-clicking the trigger will override the aiming delay and initiate
an immediate scan. Note that the aiming dot is standard on
long-range and high visibility internal scanners.
• Aim at the barcode and press the scan key or the trigger. A scan beam and a warning indicator appear until
a successful decode is achieved or six seconds have elapsed.
Operating Internal Two Dimensional (2D) Imagers
An imager scanner takes a snap shot of a single barcode or multiple barcodes (at one time). It can find a
barcode regardless of its orientation — that is, even a barcode printed at a 45 degree angle to the hand-held
will be decoded successfully.
NOTE When scanning multiple barcodes, ensure that all of the desired barcodes are
within the field of view of the scanner. It is possible that even when all barcodes
are within the field of view, not all of them will be decoded. Only successfully
decoded barcodes are passed to the application program. The application program then issues a warning, asking that you scan the missing barcodes.
When scanning a single barcode, ensure that only the desired barcode is
within the field of view of the scanner.
Because imager scanners generally have a shorter depth of field than laser scanners, some practise may be
required to find the optimal distance from the types of barcodes being scanned. Although the imager includes
illumination LEDs, ambient light will help the imager decode the barcodes, especially if the barcode is far from
the hand-held.
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IMPORTANT Keep in mind that the imager scanner is a camera, and the LED illu-
mination is a flash. Glare can be an issue on reflective media such
as plastic coated barcodes, just as glare is an issue for photographers. When pointing at a shiny surface, either shift the barcode to
the side or top, or angle the barcode so that the glare reflects away
from the imager scanner.
Most imagers take several ‘snap shots’ of the barcode in order to
decode it. It is normal for the LEDs to flash two or three times. Hold
the unit steady between flashes to improve decode performance.
• Turn the hand-held computer on. Wait until the unit has booted up completely.
• Aim at the barcode and press the scan key or the trigger. Hold the trigger until a successful or failed scan
result is obtained.
• When the scan button or trigger is pressed, a red, oval shaped light (the framing marker) is displayed.
Centre the framing marker in the field — either in the centre of the barcode you want to scan or in the
centre of the area in which multiple barcodes are to be scanned.
The illumination LEDs will flash (typically several times) and a picture of the barcode is taken.
Navigating in Windows Embedded Hand-Held 6.5 and Applications
Graphic user interfaces like Windows Embedded Hand-Held 6.5 for portable devices or desktop Windows
(2000, XP, etc.) utilize ‘point and click’ navigation. On the Omnii, this is accomplished using a touchscreen and
stylus rather than a mouse.
Navigating Using a Touchscreen
NOTE If the touchscreen is not registering your screen taps accurately, it may need
recalibration. Refer to “Calibrating the Touchscreen” on page 2-13.
A touchscreen is a standard feature on all Omnii hand-held computers. Each is shipped with a stylus – a
pointing tool.
• Use the stylus to tap on the appropriate icon to open files and folders, launch applications and programs,
make selections, and so on. You can also use your finger rather than the stylus.
• Tap and flick the stylus or your finger on the screen to scroll through the options on a screen.
• Tap on the navigation bar to display additional icons.
Navigating Using the Keyboard
If you prefer to use the keyboard to move the cursor around the screens on your Omnii, refer to the tab le
following for a description of the navigation keys.
Operation Key or Key Combination
Switch between active
applications
Open task manager [ALT] [ESC]
Move the cursor Arrow keys
[ALT] [TAB]
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Operation Key or Key Combination
Open file, folder or icon [ENTER]
Exit & Save [ENTER]
Close/Exit & Do Not Save [ESC]
Navigate Dialog Boxes [TAB]
To move cursor up [SHIFT] [TAB]
To display the contents of the next ‘tab’ in a
dialog box [CTRL] [TAB]
Select Radio Button/Press Button [SPACE]
Go to Start Menu [Windows]
Keep in mind that unlike a desktop computer, the Omnii does not support key chording (pressing two keys at
the same time). You must press one key followed by the next in sequence.
The Today Screen
The Today screen provides quick access to a default list of applets such as phone, voicemail, and so on. This
screen is also equipped with a navigation bar along the top of the screen which provides access to hotkeys.
Hotkeys act as shortcuts to apps. Along the bottom of the screen, a softkey bar contains softkeys that help you
navigate – in particular, the Start button which provides access to everything else you’ll need to work with
Windows Embedded Hand-Held 6.5.
• Use the stylus or your finger to scroll to and highlight the option you want to work with. The highlighted
option displays information specific to the applet. For example, highlighting the Calendar option lets you
know if there are any appointments.
Start button
Navigation bar
Softkey bar
Softkeys
• Tap on any highlighted option to display the associated dialog box. Note that you can also double-tap on
any option to display the associated dialog box.
Depending on which option you tap on, the softkeys at the bottom of the screen change to help support
working with the particular option you’ve chosen.
Customizing the Today Screen
The items you see in the Today screen are Windows defaults. To customize the screen to suit your purposes:
• Tap on the Start button. Tap on the Settings icon followed by the Home icon.
• In the scrolling tab bar at the top of the screen, scroll to the Items tab.
The items you select will appear in the Today screen. Once you’ve chosen the items to appear on the Today
screen, you can also tailor the order in which you want the items to appear:
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• Highlight an item. Tap on the Move Up and Move Down buttons to order your selections.
When you choose items for the Today screen using this method, the appearance of the Today screen will
change to a list format.
The Today Screen Default Options
A list of options are available from the Today screen. Keep in mind that these can be altered using the method
described above in “Customizing the Today Screen” on page 2-22. You can also refer to “Shell Settings” on
page 4-78 for additional customization options.
Pictures
This option provides access to the Pictures & Videos applet. Refer to “Pictures & Videos” on page 3-17
for details.
Music
Tapping on the Music option displays the Windows Media applet. Refer to “Windows Media” on page 3-20
for details.
Phone
• Scroll to and highlight the Phone option to learn if you’ve missed any calls.
• Tap the stylus on the highlighted Phone option to display the phone console.
Refer to “The Phone” on page 3-4 for details about using the phone.
Voicemail
Highlighting Voicemail lets you know if you have any new voice messages. Tapping the stylus on this option
displays the phone console so that you can dial the phone number to access your voice messages.
If your service supports voicemail but it has not been set up:
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• Tap on Voicemail in the Today screen.
• Type your voicemail number.
Time, Date and Alarms
• Tap on Start>Alarms icon to display Clock & Alarms screen.
Setting the Alarm
You can set a maximum of three alarms.
• In the Alarms tab, tap on the Time or Day in the Clock & Alarms screen. An Alarm Settings screen is
displayed.
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• To set the time, highlight the hours and then the minutes in the clock and use the arrow keys to increase
or decrease the numbers, or type the hours and minutes directly from the keyboard or soft keyboard.
• Type a description in the Description field.
• Tap on the day on which you want the alarm to go off – Sunday through Saturday.
• Next, choose the Sound - you can tap on the Play button to experiment with the sounds. You can also
choose No Sound.
• In the drop-down menu below the Play button, you can choose how the alarm will behave, whether or not it
will repeat and so on.
• Tap on OK to save your changes.
Setting the Time and Date
To set the time on the Omnii:
• If it is not already displayed, tap on the Time tab at the top of the screen.
• Choose the appropriate Time Zone, set the Date, and the current Time.
Text Messages
In the Today screen, highlighting Text lets you know if you have any new text messages. Tapping the stylus on
this option displays the Text Messages screen.
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Menu softkey
To compose and send a text message on your Omnii:
• Tap on the Menu softkey, and choose New from the menu.
• In the To field, type the name of the person to whom you want to send a text message, or to insert a
number from your contacts list, tap on Menu>Add Recipient, and choose a name.
• Tap your stylus in the message area, and type your message.
• Tap on the Send softkey to deliver your message.
Send softkey
Once you send the message, your message is displayed in the Inbox and a conversation icon is displayed in
the softkey bar.
Highlighting the text message and tapping on the conversation softkey automatically connects to the sender’s
information so you can compose a reply.
E-mail Notification
If you have any e-mail, highlighting this option lets you know if you have any unread e-mail. To view e-mail:
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Conversation softkey
• Tap on the E-mail option in the Today screen, or tap on Start followed by the E-mail icon to launch your
e-mail.
NOTE Refer to “Synchronizing E-mail with Outlook (PC with Windows XP OS)” on
page 3-9 and “Synchronizing E-mail with Outlook (PC with Windows Vista or
Windows 7)” on page 3-11 for details about synchronizing your e-mail.
Calendar of Upcoming Appointments
This option is used to map out all your upcoming appointments, meetings and so on in the weeks, months and
years ahead.
NOTE You can synchronize the Calendar so that any meetings, appointments and so
on are displayed on your Omnii Today screen as well as on your PC. Refer to
“Synchronizing E-mail with Outlook (PC with Windows XP OS)” on page 3-9 and
“Synchronizing E-mail with Outlook (PC with Windows Vista or Windows 7)” on
page 3-11 for details.
• In the Today screen, tap on Calendar, or tap on Start>Calendar icon to display the calendar applet.
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Calendar softkey
Menu softkey
The default calendar displays any scheduled appointments. To choose the format of your calendar:
• Tap on the Calendar softkey – this key scrolls through the calendar formats.
Menu softkey
Creating and Editing Appointments
• In the Calendar screen, tap on the Menu softkey in the softkey bar, and then tap on New Appointment.
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Figure 2-6
• In the Subject field, name the appointment.
• Complete the remaining fields to reflect your appointment details.
Adding Reminders
If you want to be reminded in advance of an appointment:
• Tap on the Reminder field, and choose Remind me from the drop-down menu.
• Tap the field below the Reminder field, and tap on the number in the field to display a drop-down menu
Appointment Detail Screen
where you can define a numeric value of 1, 5, 10, 15, 30. Tap on minute(s) to display a drop-down menu
from which you can choose the time unit for your reminder – minute(s), hour(s), day(s) or week(s).
• Tap OK to finish. You are returned to the view you were in before adding the reminder.
• Tap the appointment in the Calendar screen to display it in a summary screen. The reminder is indicated
by the small, bell icon.
• If you’ve no further additions for the appointment, tap on OK. Otherwise, move to the Categories
section following.
Using Categories
Categories help you organize and track the different types of data you keep on your Omnii.
To assign an appointment to a category:
• Tap on the Menu softkey, and choose Edit.
The Appointment tab is displayed.
• Scroll down to the Categories field, and tap on it to display your options.
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New category softkey
• Tap in the checkbox next to the category to which you want to assign the appointment.
• Tap OK. Your appointment is assigned to the category or categories you chose.
NOTE You can create a new category by tapping on the New softkey at the bottom of
the screen.
Attendees
This option allows you to define required and optional attendees for your meeting. When you tap on this option,
your contacts are displayed where you can choose attendees.
Status
Tapping on Status lists your availability - Free, Tentative, Busy, or Out of Office.
Sensitivity
This option allows you to indicate the nature of the appointment – Normal, Personal, Private, or Confidential.
Deleting Appointments
• Tap and hold the stylus on the appointment you want to delete.
• Tap on Delete Appointment in the pop-up menu.
Favorites
Tapping on the Favorites option in the Today screen connects you to internet favourites. If you tap and drag
your stylus on this option, you can choose Add/Remove to edit your list of favourites.
Using the Navigation Bar and Hotkeys
The navigation bar along the top of the screen provides access to icons or hotkeys that, when tapped, provide
shortcuts to associated apps.
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Tap anywhere in the navigation bar to display the hotkeys.
Hotkeys
Tap and drag the stylus to
the left to display additional
hotkeys.
Tap on a hotkey to display
the associated app.
Navigation bar
Shift-State Indicator Icon
The navigation bar at the top of the screen can also display the shift-state indicator icon. This icon indicates
active modifier keys – [SHIFT], [ALT], [CTRL], [SYM] and [BLUE/FN].
Shift-state indicator icon
When a modifier key is pressed, it is displayed in the shift-state indicator icon. In the example above, the
[BLUE/FN] key was activated.
To distinguish a ‘locked’ modifier key – a key that has been locked ‘on’ – from a modifier key that is only active
until the next key is pressed, ‘locked’ keys are encircled in a black frame in the shift-state indicator icon. Refer
to “Activating Modifier Keys” on page 2-9 for details.
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The Softkey Bar
The Omnii is equipped with a softkey bar at the bottom of the screen. It displays softkeys that allow you to
access menus and commands. Note that the softkeys change to reflect the program with which you are
working. It also displays the soft keyboard icon.
Soft keyboard icon
Soft keyboard
Softkey Bar
Softkeys
Softkeys
Tapping on a softkey displays information associated with the softkey – for example, in the sample screen
above, the Menu softkey displays the commands associated with Word Mobile. The View softkey allows you to
tailor how the Word document will be displayed.
The Soft Keyboard Icon
Tapping on the soft keyboard icon displays an onscreen keyboard you can use as an alternative to the
Omnii keyboard.
The Start Button
The Start button provides access to a screen of applets available on your Omnii.
• Tap on the Start button in the lower-left corner of the softkey bar to display your programs.
Managing Files and Folders
Windows Embedded Hand-Held 6.5 files are stored in folders and sub-folders that are accessible with File
Explorer. You can open, save, rename, copy and paste files in the same manner as you would on any desktop
PC.
• Tap on the Start button.
• Use the stylus to scroll to the File Explorer icon.
• Tap on the icon to display the File Explorer screen.
Tap to display sorting options
Files stored
here automa-
tically
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Tap to display additional
storage/files
Creating a New Folder
• Tap Start>File Explorer.
• Tap the Menu softkey, and in the pop-up menu, choose New Folder.
• Use the Omnii keyboard or the soft keyboard to assign a name to the folder.
Renaming a File
• Press and hold the stylus on the file you want to rename. A ring of dots is displayed followed by a pop- up
menu.
• Tap Rename. The file name is highlighted. Type a new name.
Copying a File
• Press and hold the stylus on the file you want to copy. A ring of dots is displayed followed by a
pop-up menu.
• Tap on Copy in the pop-up menu.
• Navigate to the location where you want to copy the file.
• Press and hold the stylus in a blank area of the screen – away from other icons – until a pop-up menu
is displayed.
• Tap Paste to copy the file to the new location.
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Deleting a File
• Press and hold the stylus on the file or folder you want to delete until a pop-up menu is displayed.
• Tap Delete to remove the file.
Using Menus
In Windows Embedded Hand-Held 6.5, the menu is located in the softkey bar at the bottom of the screen.
To execute a command:
• Tap on Menu to display the commands associated with it, and then tap on the command you want
to execute.
Pop-Up Menus
Pop-up menus are available in many screens and programs. They offer quick access to a group of useful
commands in addition to those available in the menu bar. To display a pop-up menu:
• Gently press and hold the stylus on the screen. A ring of dots is displayed on the screen followed by a
pop-up menu.
Softkey Bar
Menu softkey
• Tap on the command you want to execute.
Programs – Using Applications
• Tap the Start button in the softkey bar to display the programs installed on your Omnii.
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Figure 2-7
Opening an Application
• Tap on a the Program icon to launch the associated program.
Minimizing an Application
• Tap on the X button in the lower-right corner of an application screen to minimize the application.
Program Icons
NOTE Although it looks like a Close button, this button does not close the application –
it only minimizes it.
Opening, Closing and Switching Applications
• Tap on Start>Settings>System icon. Use your stylus to scroll to the Task Manager icon.
• Tap on Task Manager to display the associated screen.
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The Task Manager screen lists all running tasks (applications). This applet provides a number of options to
manage your opened applications.
• End Task: To shut down an application, highlight the program in the list, and tap on the End Task
softkey in the softkey bar at the bottom of the screen.
• End All Tasks: To shut down all applications, tap on the Menu softkey, and choose End All Tasks.
• Switch To: To make an application listed in this screen active, highlight the application, and tap on
Menu>Switch To.
For additional information about the Task Manager, refer to “Task Manager” on page 4-97.
Settings
• Tap Start followed by the Settings icon to display the setting options for your Omnii.
Figure 2-8
Settings Icons
Along with icons that provide information about your unit and allow you to adjust the appearance and behaviour of your Omnii, an additional group of icons is stored in three folders – Personal, System and Connections.
Refer to Chapter 4: “Settings” for details about the options available to you.
Kiosk
Kiosk allows the administrator to tailor how the Omnii operates and the options the user can access. Note that
the look of the Today screen will change from icons that are finger accessible to a list of items that is best
accessed using a stylus.
IMPORTANT For details about this application, refer to “Kiosk” on page 4-76.
Data Transfer Between Omnii and a PC
Data transfer options vary slightly depending on the type of operating system installed in your PC.
For Windows XP SP2 operating systems or earlier, Microsoft® ActiveSync® connectivity software can be used
to connect your Omnii to a PC.
®
If the Windows Vista
to transfer data between your Omnii and your PC.
, Windows 7 or later, operating system is installed in your PC, ActiveSync is not required
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By using a Snap Module or Desktop Docking Station with your Omnii, you can connect to a PC with a
cable and:
• View Omnii files from Windows Explorer.
• Drag and drop files between Omnii and the PC in the same way that you would between PC drives.
• Back up Omnii files to the PC, restore them from the PC to the hand-held again, etc.
Uploading Data in a Docking Station
The Desktop Docking Stations allow your hand-held to upload transaction data to a server computer when a
radio link is not available. When Omnii is properly inserted in a docking station, a dock icon is displayed in the
navigation bar at the top of the screen.
Using Microsoft ActiveSync
NOTE If you use a serial port to connect devices like Omnii to your desktop computer,
the connection may not succeed because ActiveSync has trouble connecting at
non-default baud rates.
To work around this problem, set the ActiveSync baud rate on the desktop to
use the same baud rate as the device. You can set the baud rate by editing the
registry on the desktop host computer, as detailed in the steps outlined at the
following website:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/324466
To install ActiveSync, follow the step-by-step instructions provided with the setup wizard. For details, go to the
following download center, and type ActiveSync into the search box:
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/default.aspx
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Using Windows Mobile Device Center
If you are running Windows Vista, Windows 7, or later, your data transfers do not require ActiveSync.
Instead, you will need to download Windows Mobile Device Center. For instructions, go to the following download website and type the name into the search box:
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/default.aspx
To transfer data between your PC and your hand-held:
• Tap on Start>Computer to display the drives. Omnii will be visible here.
• Open drives, files and folders as you would on your PC.
General Maintenance
Caring for the Touchscreen
The touchscreen is covered with a thin, flexible polyester plastic sheet with a conductive coating on the inside.
The polyester can be permanently damaged by harsh chemicals and is susceptible to abrasions and
scratches. Using sharp objects on the touchscreen can scratch or cut the plastic, or crack the internal conductive coating. The chemicals listed below must not come into contact with the touchscreen:
• mustard, ketchup
• sodium hydroxide
• concentrated caustic solutions
• benzyl alcohol
• concentrated acids
If the touchscreen is used in harsh environments, consider applying a disposable screen protector (RV6105).
These covers reduce the clarity of the display slightly but will dramatically extend the useful life of the touchscreen. When they become scratched and abraded, they are easily removed and replaced.
Do not to expose the touchscreen to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time. If this is unavoidable, use a
UV screen protector to extend the life of the screen.
Cleaning the Omnii
IMPORTANT Do not immerse the unit in water. Dampen a soft cloth with mild
• Use only mild detergent or soapy water to clean the hand-held unit.
detergent to wipe the unit clean.
To prevent damage to the touchscreen, use only your finger or the
stylus (pen) supplied with your Omnii.
• Avoid abrasive cleaners, solvents or strong chemicals for cleaning. The Omnii has a plastic case that is
susceptible to harsh chemicals. The plastic is partially soluble in oils, mineral spirits, aircraft de-icing fluid,
and gasoline. The plastic slowly decomposes in strong alkaline solutions.
• Exposure to aircraft de-icing fluids can degrade the plastics on the Omnii. If the Omnii is used near aircraft
de-icing environments, regular rinsing with water is recommended.
• To clean ink marks from the keypad and touchscreen, use isopropyl alcohol.
CHAPTER 3PROGRAMS
PROGRAMS 3
Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3
Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3
The Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
The Onscreen Phone Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
Sending & Ending Phone Calls Using the Onscreen Phone Keypad . . . . . . .3-4
Sending & Ending Calls Using the Omnii Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
Making a Conference Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
Programming Speed Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
Managing Phone Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8
Text Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8
E-mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Folders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-9
Synchronizing E-mail with Outlook (PC with Windows XP OS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-9
Changing Synchronization Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Synchronizing E-mail with Outlook (PC with Windows Vista or Windows 7) . . . . . . . 3-11
Sending an E-mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Working with the Contacts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Communicate Tab - Adding Contacts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Info Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Notes Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Internet Explorer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Browsing Web Sites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Pictures & Videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Using the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Moving Photos to the Omnii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Opening a Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Deleting a Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-9
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
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Editing a Photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-19
Creating a Slide Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-19
Using the Video Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-19
Windows Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-20
Messenger (Windows Live) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-20
Windows Live. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-21
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-21
Creating a Note Using the Soft Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-21
Creating and Converting Handwritten Notes to Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-22
Renaming a Note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recording Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-23
Task Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-24
File Explorer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-26
ActiveSync® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-27
Synchronization. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-27
Internet Sharing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-27
Creating an Internet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-27
Using Internet Sharing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-28
Task Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Search Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-29
Imager and Camera Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-31
Office Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-31
Excel Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-32
OneNote Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-32
Word Mobile. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-36
Text Input Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-36
Sharing Documents with your PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-36
PowerPoint Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-36
SharePoint Workspace Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PartnerUp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-37
Kiosk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-37
Modem Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-38
Remote Desktop Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-38
Connecting to a Terminal Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-38
Disconnecting Without Ending a Session. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-39
Ending a Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-39
SIM Toolkit UI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-39
WiFiConnect A.R.C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . .3-37
. . . . . . .3-23
. . . . . . .3-39
. . . .3-29
Programs
Omnii programs are all available from the Start screen.
• Tap on the Start button in the lower-left corner of the Today screen to display the Start screen.
Programs 3 - 3
Tapping on an icon in this screen launches the associated applet.
Home
Tapping on the Home icon in the Start screen displays the Today screen.
IMPORTANT For details about the options contained under the ‘Settings’ icon,
refer to Chapter 4: “Settings”.
IMPORTANT For details about the Today screen, refer to “The Today Screen” on
page 2-21.
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The Phone
The Omnii can be equipped with optional phone capabilities. To access the phone pad on a unit that includes
the phone option:
• Tap on Start>Phone icon.
The Onscreen Phone Keypad
The onscreen phone keypad provides phone services like those you may find on your cellular phone. You can
use the phone keypad provided with your Omnii to, for example, send and receive phone calls, make conference calls, view your call history, set up speed dial numbers, etc.
Sending & Ending Phone Calls Using the Onscreen Phone Keypad
To display the onscreen phone keypad:
• Tap on Start>Phone icon.
NOTE You can also press the [Talk] key on the Omnii keyboard to display the phone
keypad providing it has been activated. The [Talk] key is labelled with a green
telephone receiver icon.
Phone settings
Directory assistance
Hide/show keypad Menu
To make a phone call:
• Use the phone keypad to enter the phone number. Tap on [Talk] to connect the call.
When you tap on the [Talk] button to connect to a phone number, the [Talk] button toggles to become the [End]
button. When you’ve completed your call and want to disconnect:
• Tap on [End] button on the onscreen phone keypad.
Sending & Ending Calls Using the Omnii Keyboard
The 55-key and the 66-key Omnii keyboards come equipped with phone keys – each has a [Talk] and an [End]
key on the physical keyboard.
Programs 3 - 5
• Press the [Talk] key to answer a call or to display the onscreen phone keypad so you can initiate a call.
• Press the [End] key to terminate a phone call.
Making a Conference Call
To set up a conference call between yourself and two or more other parties:
• In the phone keypad, type the first phone number. Tap on [Talk].
• While you are connected to the first number, tap on Menu>Hold.
[Talk]
key
[End]
key
• Type the second number. Tap on [Talk].
• Tap on Menu>Conference.
• To add another party, tap on Menu>Hold, type the number, and then tap Menu>Conference.
• Tap on [End] to disconnect all calls.
Programming Speed Dial
The phone keypad provides a Speed Dial button for quick access to frequently used numbers.
• In the phone keypad, tap on the Speed Dial button to display the speed dial Phone dialog box.
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Speed dial number
Call softkey
This dialog box lists the phone numbers and the speed dial key to which the phone number has
been assigned.
• Tap on the Speed Dial Number (the number to the left of the phone number you want to dial), or
Tap on the Call softkey in the softkey bar at the bottom of the screen; the number is dialled for you.
Using the Phone Keypad to Program a Speed Dial
There are a number of ways to add a speed dial number. You can create a speed dial number using the
Contacts list or by using the Speed Dial button on the phone keypad.
Adding a New Phone Number
• In the phone keypad, tap on the Speed Dial button.
• In the speed dial Phone dialog box, tap on Menu>New.
• In the list, choose a contact for a speed dial.
• Type a contact name in the field where the cursor is displayed, or tap on a name in the list.
Programs 3 - 7
A sequential speed dial key is automatically assigned in the Location field. You can tap on the arrows to the
right of the Location field to change the auto assignment.
Using the Contact List to Program a Speed Dial
• Tap on Start followed by the Contacts icon.
• Tap on the Contact to which you want to assign a speed dial number.
• In the Summary screen, tap on Menu>Add to Speed Dial.
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Managing Phone Settings
You can adjust phone settings such as the ring type and tone, choose phone services such as barring calls,
and you can also determine network selections.
IMPORTANT For details, refer to “The Phone – Managing Settings” on page 4-51.
Text Messages
Tapping on the Text option in the Today screen displays this screen.
This option allows you to compose, send and receive text messages using your Omnii.
IMPORTANT For details about using the Text Messages feature, refer to “Text
Messages” on page 2-24.
Programs 3 - 9
NOTE If your e-mail is already synchronized, go to “Sending an E-mail” on page 3-12.
The E-mail program is used to send and receive e-mail on your Omnii. It also provides access to
text messages.
To send and receive e-mail, you’ll need to synchronize your PC or connect to a Post Office Protocol 3 (POP3)
or Internet Message Access Protocol 4 (IMAP4) mail server.
For each of these methods, you need to set up an e-mail account with one exception – Outlook e-mail
accounts are set up by default.
Folders
If you use an Outlook e-mail account, messages in the Inbox folder in Outlook are automatically synchronized
with your Omnii. You can use ActiveSync on your PC to synchronize additional folders. The folders and
messages you move are mirrored on the server.
For POP3 accounts, if you move e-mail messages to a folder you create, the link between the messages on
the Omnii and the copies on the mail server are broken. When you next connect, the mail server will recognize
that the messages are missing from the Omnii Inbox folder and delete them from the server, preventing duplication of messages. Keep in mind however that you will not have further access to messages that you moved
to folders from anywhere except with the Omnii.
For IMAP4 accounts, the folders you create and the messages you move are reflected on the server, making
messages available any time whether you connect to your mail server from your Omnii or your PC.
Synchronizing E-mail with Outlook (PC with Windows XP OS)
IMPORTANT For PCs running Windows Vista or Windows 7, follow the guidelines
under “Synchronizing E-mail with Outlook (PC with Windows Vista or
Windows 7)” on page 3-11.
By synchronizing the Omnii E-mail program with Outlook on your PC, your e-mail is available on both the
Omnii and on your PC.
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NOTE Synchronizing e-mail does not require that the Omnii have an independent con-
nection to the Internet.
• In ActiveSync on your PC, tap on Tools>Options in the tool bar at the top of the screen.
• Make certain that a check mark is displayed in the checkbox next to E-mail. Tap on OK.
Once you check E-mail for synchronization, Outlook e-mail messages are synchronized as part of the general
synchronization process. The next time you synchronize with ActiveSync, the e-mail in Outlook on your PC will
be transferred to the Messaging program on your Omnii.
Changing Synchronization Settings
• In ActiveSync on your PC, double-tap the E-mail item in the Sync Options tab.
Programs 3 - 11
• Tap on the Select Folder button.
• Add a check mark next to the folders in this screen that you want to synchronize with your Omnii, and tap
on OK.
The E-mail Synchronization screen is displayed again.
• If you want to accept file attachments, add a check mark next to Include file attachments. To limit the size,
tap on Only if smaller than, and specify a size in the KB box.
• Tap on OK.
Synchronizing E-mail with Outlook (PC with Windows Vista or Windows 7)
PCs running Windows Vista or Windows 7 use Windows Mobile Device Center in place of ActiveSync.
• In the Windows Mobile Device Center, tap on Set up your device.
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• Make certain that a check mark is displayed in the checkbox next to E-mail. Tap on Next.
NOTE If an Exchange Server is detected, a screen is displayed where you can enter
the Server address, your user name and so on, and sync the Omnii with the
Exchange Server directly over a cellular or wireless network when you are not
connected to your PC. This is an optional step that you can skip.
• Tap on Skip and then tap on Setup.
When E-mail is checked for synchronization, Outlook e-mail messages are synchronized as part of the general
synchronization process. The next time you synchronize with Windows Mobile Center, the e-mail in Outlook on
your PC will be transferred to the Messaging program on your Omnii.
Sending an E-mail
E-mail messages are stored in the Outbox folder and are sent to recipients the next time you sync or connect
to your e-mail server to send and receive mail.
• Tap on Start>E-mail.
• Choose the e-mail account you want to use.
• Tap on Menu>New.
• In the To, Cc, or Bcc fields, enter an e-mail address.
Keep in mind that you can also use your Contacts to choose an e-mail recipient provided an e-mail address is
associated with the contact.
• Tap Menu>Add Recipient, and then choose a contact from the list.
• If you're sending an email to multiple people, use a semicolon (;) between addresses.
Contacts
Contacts are available with your e-mail, text messages, voice messages and your phone.
• Tap on Start>Contacts to display your contacts.
Working with the Contacts List
The Contacts screen allows you to work with existing entries, search for a particular contact and create
new entries.
Programs 3 - 13
Contact Menu Commands
A Menu softkey at the bottom of the screen provides additional commands that allow you to work with the
contacts in this list.
Menu
Searching for a Contact
Type a contact
name here
Tap on an alpha
group to narrow
the search
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To search for a particular entry:
• Tap on the Enter a name ... field, and type the name you are searching for in the Contacts list.
• To narrow your search to names beginning with a particular letter, tap on the appropriate alpha
character grouping.
Communicate Tab - Adding Contacts
Adding a New Contact
The New softkey located to the right of the Start softkey allows you to add additional entries to your contacts
list.
• Tap on the New softkey.
New
• Choose the contact type to which you want to add an entry.
• Tap on the Select button to display the Communicate screen. Tap on each of the options you want to complete for the new contact you are creating. Each item you tap on in this screen produces an associated
pop-up screen in which you can enter the appropriate information. For example, in the sample screen following, tapping on Add a name displays an associated screen for you to complete.
• When you’ve completed the information for the contact entry, tap on OK. The new contact is displayed in
the Contacts list.
Info Tab
This tab allows you define a ring tone for a particular contact. You can also add additional addresses related to
your contact (work and home), and information about your contact such as a job title, office location and
fax number.
Notes Tab
Programs 3 - 15
This screen allows you to enter useful information about your contact.
Internet Explorer
You can connect to Internet Explorer in two ways: by connecting the Omnii directly to the Internet or by
connecting through your PC (see “ActiveSync®” on page 3-27).
Browsing Web Sites
There is little difference between the standard Internet Explorer found on your PC and that found on your
Omnii, sometimes referred to as Pocket Internet Explorer. You can enter URLs, set a ‘home page’, turn images
on and off, e-mail links to friends, and so on.
To go to a web site:
• Connect your Omnii to the Internet. (If you’re not certain how to do this, refer to “Connections – Connecting
to the Internet” on page 4-23).
• Tap on Start>Internet Explorer to open Internet Explorer.
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• Tap on the address bar – the field near the top of the screen where URLs are entered – to highlight the
current URL.
• Type a new URL in the address bar.
Tapping on the softkeys in the softkey bar at the bottom of the screen displays Internet Explorer commands like
those you find on your PC.
Calendar
This option is used to map out all your upcoming appointments, meetings and so on in the weeks, months and
years ahead.
IMPORTANT Refer to “Calendar of Upcoming Appointments” on page 2-26 for
Alarms
details about this feature.
Refer to “Time, Date and Alarms” on page 2-23 for details about this applet.
Pictures & Videos
The Pictures & Videos applet allows you to snap photographs and record video footage. It is also a photo and
video viewing program.
IMPORTANT The Pictures & Videos program can only display .bmp or .jpg for-
Using the Camera
• Tap on Start>Pictures & Videos.
Programs 3 - 17
mats. Photos in other formats will need to be converted on your PC
before they are transferred to the Omnii.
Keep in mind that if there are no pictures stored on your Omnii as yet, you’ll only see the Camera icon in
this screen.
• Tap on the Camera icon to activate the camera.
The screen will display the image your camera is pointed at. (The camera is built into the back of the Omnii.)
Photo Film Icon indicates
the camera is active.
Tapping on this softkey
displays thumbnails of
photos stored on the Omnii.
• Frame the image in the Omnii screen. Press [ENTER] to snap the photograph.
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Photo Menu
When the camera is activated, tapping on Menu displays a set of commands to help you modify how your
camera operates, the quality of the photos it takes, and so on. You can also use this menu to activate the video
recorder rather than the still camera.
NOTE ‘Video’ is a toggle command. When the ‘Still’ camera is activated, ‘Video’ is
available in this menu. When the video recorder is activated, ‘Still’ (camera) is
available in this menu.
Moving Photos to the Omnii
• Connect your device to your PC with ActiveSync.
• Locate the pictures on your PC, and drag photos from their folder to the Mobile Device (Omnii). The Omnii
can be found under Computer (My Computer on PCs running Windows XP).
Opening a Photo
• To open a photo, tap on Start>Pictures & Videos. You’ll see a thumbnail of your photos.
• Tap on a thumbnail to open the photo.
NOTE If you’ve stored your photos on a storage card, you’ll need to tap on the storage
card icon to display your photos.
Deleting a Photo
• Press and hold the stylus on the thumbnail photo you want to delete to display a pop-up menu. Tap
on Delete.
• Confirm your choice when prompted.
Editing a Photo
• Tap on a thumbnail photo to open it.
• Tap on Menu>Edit.
The Rotate command is now displayed in the softkey bar. Additional editing tools are listed in the Menu.
Creating a Slide Show
To view a slide show:
• Tap on the Menu>Play Slide Show.
The slide show begins – in slide show mode, photos are displayed for about five seconds, one after the other.
• To display the slide show tool bar, tap anywhere on the photo.
Flip View
Pause Previous
Play
Next
Programs 3 - 19
Close
Using the Video Recorder
• Tap on the Camera icon.
• In the bottom-right corner of the camera screen, tap on Menu>Video.
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• Press [ENTER] to begin recording.
• To end the video, press [ENTER] again, or tap on the Stop softkey.
NOTE When the ‘Video’ recorder is activated, a Menu is available to tailor the operation
of the recorder, the quality of the recording, and so on.
Windows Media
Windows Media allows you to play music and videos on your Omnii. You can use Windows Media to play
digital audio and video files that are stored on your Omnii or on the web.
• To work with this applet, tap on Start>Windows Media.
For details about using this applet, refer to:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsphone/en-us/howto/wp6/music/windows-media-player-mobile.aspx
Messenger (Windows Live)
Video Recorder Icon
Indicates that video
is active.
Windows Live Messenger is an instant messaging service. Refer to the Microsoft web site for details.
Windows Live
Windows Live is a free online service that provides operators with a free mobile phone back-up solution
by wirelessly synchronizing contacts, calendar appointments, and so on with a password-protected
online portal.
When you tap on Windows Live and accept the license agreement, a Setup screen is displayed. Follow the
setup steps to set up your Windows Live ID so that you can begin using this service.
Notes
The Notes application is an electronic notepad you can use to jot down your ideas quickly. You can enter text
using the soft keyboard, the Omnii keyboard, or you can create a handwritten note on the screen by using the
transcriber. You can also record a message.
Notes can also be shared through e-mail and synchronization with your PC.
• Tap on Start>Notes to launch this application.
Programs 3 - 21
New
• Tap on the New softkey to display a blank note.
Creating a Note Using the Soft Keyboard
The soft keyboard icon is available by default. It is a replica of a standard keyboard. Use your stylus to type
letters, numbers, symbols and so on.
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• When you’ve completed your note, tap on OK.
Your note is automatically saved. The file name is the first line of the note if you used the keyboard – otherwise,
it’s named Note1, Note2 and so on.
Creating and Converting Handwritten Notes to Text
To create a handwritten note using the transcriber:
• Tap and hold the stylus on the soft keyboard icon to display the pop-up menu.
• Choose Transcriber from the menu.
When you choose Transcriber, you can write notes in your own handwriting. Omnii converts the notes into
typed text for you.
A Transcriber Intro screen is displayed to provide information to help you work with the Transcriber.
When you choose Transcriber, the soft keyboard icon changes to an icon of a hand poised to write a note.
• At the top of the Transcriber Intro screen, tap on OK.
• In the blank Note screen, use your stylus to write a note as clearly as possible.
The text in the note is converted from handwritten to printed text.
Renaming a Note
Programs 3 - 23
• Press and hold the stylus on the file name in the Notes screen that you want to rename. In the pop-up
menu, choose Rename/Move.
• In the Name field, type the new name.
NOTE Remember that if you want to use the soft keyboard to type a new name, you’ll
need to tap and hold the stylus on the Transcriber icon, and choose Keyboard
from the popup menu.
You can also move the note to a new Folder and/or a new Location.
• When you’ve made the changes you need, tap on OK.
Recording Notes
It is sometimes easier to record a note than to write it down just to make certain that you’ve captured an idea
before it drifts away. To make an audio recording:
• Tap on the New softkey to open a fresh note.
• Tap on Menu>View Recording Toolbar.
Volume
Skip to end
Skip to start
Record
Stop
Play
• Tap on the Record button – a beep alerts you that your device is now ready to record.
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• Begin speaking into the microphone on the Omnii. Make certain that you move the Omnii to within a few
feet of the source of the sound you want to record.
• Tap on the Stop button when you’ve completed your recording.
• Tap on OK to save the recorded note.
A speaker icon is displayed in the note indicating the presence of a recording within the note.
• To play the recorded note, tap on the speaker icon.
• Tap on Menu, and choose View Recording Toolbar again to turn off the feature.
Task Notification
Tasks lets you create lists of entries representing your responsibilities, upcoming projects, and so on. If you’ve
assigned any tasks, this option lets you know how many active tasks you have.
NOTE You can synchronize the Task Notification option so that any tasks are displayed
on your Omnii as well as your PC. Refer to “Synchronizing E-mail with Outlook
(PC with Windows XP OS)” on page 3-9 and “Synchronizing E-mail with Outlook
(PC with Windows Vista or Windows 7)” on page 3-11. Each section outlines how
to synchronize options other than e-mail.
• Tap on Start>Tasks to display the Tasks screen.
Creating a Task
• Tap in the field labelled Tap here to add a new task.
• Type your task description.
• Press [ENTER] to add the task to your list.
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Edit
Editing a Task
• Tap on a task in the task you want to edit. Tap on the Edit softkey in the softkey bar to display a detailed
task screen where you can define task characteristics.
Figure 3-1
Task Details Screen
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Each of the nine items in this screen, when tapped, displays a drop-down menu where you can choose from a
list of options.
• Once you’ve completed all the appropriate fields, tap on OK to save your changes.
NOTE You can also tap on the Notes tab to add additional information about the task
you are defining.
Deleting a Task
• Press and hold the stylus on a task until a pop-up menu is displayed.
• Tap on Delete Task.
Marking a Task as Completed
• In the Tasks list, tap the checkbox next to the items that are completed.
Sorting Tasks
• Tap on the Menu softkey, and tap on Sort By.
You can choose from Status, Priority, Subject, Start Date or Due Date. The tasks are arranged in the list
according to the criterion you chose.
Limiting the Tasks Displayed in the Task Screen
• Tap on Menu in the softkey bar, and tap on Filter.
You can choose All Tasks, Recently Viewed, No Categories, Active Tasks or Completed Tasks. The tasks
are displayed on the screen according to the preference you chose.
File Explorer
Windows Embedded Hand-Held 6.5 files are stored in folders and sub-folders that are accessible through
File Explorer. You can open, save, rename, copy and paste files in the same manner as you would on any
desktop PC.
IMPORTANT Refer to “Managing Files and Folders” on page 2-31 for details
about this feature.
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