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MC55X
Mobile Computer
User Guide
MN-003060-01 Rev. A
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Copyright
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Revision History
Changes to the original guide are listed below:
Change Date Description
-01 Rev A 9/2017 Initial release.
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Copyright ........................................................................................................................................... 2
Terms of Use .................................................................................................................................... 2
Revision History ................................................................................................................................ 2
About This Guide
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... 9
Configurations ................................................................................................................................... 9
Software Versions ....................................................................................................................... 9
AKU Version ........................................................................................................................ 10
OEM Version ....................................................................................................................... 10
Fusion Software .................................................................................................................. 10
Chapter Descriptions ...................................................................................................................... 10
Notational Conventions ................................................................................................................... 10
Related Documents ........................................................................................................................ 11
Service Information ......................................................................................................................... 11
Getting Started
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 13
Unpacking ....................................................................................................................................... 14
Getting Started ................................................................................................................................ 14
Installing a microSD Card ......................................................................................................... 15
Installing the Battery .................................................................................................................. 16
Charging the Battery ................................................................................................................. 16
Charging the Main Battery .................................................................................................. 16
Charging Spare Batteries .................................................................................................... 17
Charging Temperature ........................................................................................................ 17
Powering On the MC55X .......................................................................................................... 17
Calibrating the Screen ......................................................................................................... 18
Checking Battery Status ............................................................................................................ 18
Replacing the Battery ...................................................................................................................... 18
Removing the microSD Card .......................................................................................................... 19
Battery Management ....................................................................................................................... 19
Changing the Power Settings .................................................................................................... 19
Changing the Backlight Settings ............................................................................................... 19
Changing the Keypad Backlight Settings .................................................................................. 20
Turning Off the Radios .............................................................................................................. 20
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Handstrap Replacement ................................................................................................................. 21
Removal .................................................................................................................................... 21
Installation ................................................................................................................................. 22
Using the MC55X
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 24
Finger Scrolling ............................................................................................................................... 24
Home Screen .................................................................................................................................. 24
Classic Today Screen ............................................................................................................... 26
Status Bar ................................................................................................................................. 27
Tile Bar ...................................................................................................................................... 29
Adjusting Volume ............................................................................................................................ 31
Resetting the MC55X ...................................................................................................................... 32
Performing a Warm Boot ........................................................................................................... 32
Performing a Cold Boot ............................................................................................................. 32
Locking the MC55X ......................................................................................................................... 32
Un-locking with Simple PIN ....................................................................................................... 32
Un-locking with Strong Password ............................................................................................. 33
Battery Status Indications ............................................................................................................... 33
Battery Reserve Options ........................................................................................................... 34
Main Battery Temperature Notifications .................................................................................... 35
Battery Health Application ............................................................................................................... 36
Interactive Sensor Technology ....................................................................................................... 38
Power Management .................................................................................................................. 38
Display Orientation .................................................................................................................... 38
Free Fall Detection .................................................................................................................... 38
Stylus .............................................................................................................................................. 39
Entering Data .................................................................................................................................. 39
Data Capture
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 40
Imaging ........................................................................................................................................... 40
Operational Modes .................................................................................................................... 40
Digital Camera ................................................................................................................................ 41
Scanning Considerations ................................................................................................................ 41
Imager Scanning ............................................................................................................................. 41
Digital Camera Scanning ................................................................................................................ 42
Using the RS507 Hands-free Imager .............................
DataWedge ..................................................................................................................................... 44
Enable DataWedge ................................................................................................................... 44
Disable DataWedge .................................................................................................................. 44
Taking Pictures ............................................................................................................................... 44
Burst Mode ................................................................................................................................ 45
Timer Mode ............................................................................................................................... 45
Editing Pictures ......................................................................................................................... 45
Setting a Picture as Wallpaper .................................................................................................. 46
Camera Configuration ............................................................................................................... 46
Recording a Video .......................................................................................................................... 46
Video Configuration ................................................................................................................... 47
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Viewing Pictures and Videos .......................................................................................................... 47
Customizing Pictures & Videos ....................................................................................................... 48
Using WLAN
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 49
Fusion Overview ............................................................................................................................. 49
Connecting to the Internet ......................................................................................................... 50
Supported Applications ................................................................................................................... 50
Fusion Setup ................................................................................................................................... 50
Messaging
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 54
Email ............................................................................................................................................... 54
Creating an Email Message ...................................................................................................... 54
Viewing an Email Message ....................................................................................................... 54
Replying to a Message .............................................................................................................. 54
Email Setup ..................................................................................................................................... 55
Setting Up an IMAP or POP Account ........................................................................................ 55
Automatic Email Setup ........................................................................................................ 55
Manual Email Setup ............................................................................................................ 56
Entering Email Settings Manually ....................................................................................... 56
Editing an Email Account .......................................................................................................... 57
Setting Email Signatures ........................................................................................................... 58
Bluetooth
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 59
Adaptive Frequency Hopping .......................................................................................................... 59
Security ........................................................................................................................................... 60
Security Mode 3 (Link Level Encryption) ................................................................................... 60
Microsoft Bluetooth Stack ................................................................................................... 60
StoneStreet One Bluetooth Stack ....................................................................................... 60
FIPS 140-2 ................................................................................................................................ 61
Bluetooth Configuration .................................................................................................................. 61
Bluetooth Power States .................................................................................................................. 62
Cold Boot .................................................................................................................................. 62
With StoneStreet One Bluetooth Stack ............................................................................... 62
With Microsoft Bluetooth Stack ........................................................................................... 62
Warm Boot ................................................................................................................................ 62
With StoneStreet One Bluetooth Stack ............................................................................... 62
With Microsoft Bluetooth Stack ........................................................................................... 62
Suspend .................................................................................................................................... 62
With StoneStreet One Bluetooth Stack ..........................
With Microsoft Bluetooth Stack ........................................................................................... 62
Resume ..................................................................................................................................... 62
BTUI Application ............................................................................................................................. 62
Device Information .................................................................................................................... 63
FIPS Configuration .................................................................................................................... 63
Device Status ............................................................................................................................ 64
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Using Microsoft Bluetooth Stack ..................................................................................................... 64
Turning the Bluetooth Radio Mode On and Off ......................................................................... 64
Enabling Bluetooth .............................................................................................................. 64
Disabling Bluetooth ............................................................................................................. 65
Discovering Bluetooth Device(s) ............................................................................................... 66
Available Services ..................................................................................................................... 68
Object Push Services via Beam .......................................................................................... 68
Internet Sharing ................................................................................................................... 69
Serial Port Services ............................................................................................................. 70
ActiveSync Using Serial Port Services ................................................................................ 71
Phone Book Access Profile Services .................................................................................. 72
Using Bluetooth StoneStreet One Bluetooth Stack ......................................................................... 73
Turning the Bluetooth Radio Mode On and Off ......................................................................... 73
Disabling Bluetooth ............................................................................................................. 73
Enabling Bluetooth .............................................................................................................. 73
Modes ....................................................................................................................................... 73
Wizard Mode ....................................................................................................................... 73
Explorer Mode ..................................................................................................................... 73
Discovering Bluetooth Device(s) ............................................................................................... 74
Available Services ..................................................................................................................... 77
File Transfer Services ......................................................................................................... 77
Connecting to the Internet Using an Access Point .............................................................. 79
Headset Services ................................................................................................................ 79
Serial Port Services ............................................................................................................. 80
ActiveSync Using Serial Port Services ................................................................................ 80
Personal Area Network Services ........................................................................................ 81
A2DP/AVRCP Services ....................................................................................................... 81
Connect to a HID Device ..................................................................................................... 82
Pairing with Discovered Device(s) ............................................................................................ 82
Bluetooth Settings ..................................................................................................................... 84
Device Info .......................................................................................................................... 84
Services .............................................................................................................................. 84
Security ............................................................................................................................... 88
Discovery ............................................................................................................................ 89
Virtual COM Port ................................................................................................................. 90
HID ...................................................................................................................................... 90
Profiles ................................................................................................................................ 91
System Parameters ............................................................................................................. 91
Miscellaneous ..................................................................................................................... 91
Settings
Settings Folder ................................................................................................................................ 92
Locking the MC55X ......................................................................................................................... 94
Power Settings ................................................................................................................................ 94
Backlight Settings ........................................................................................................................... 95
Keypad Backlight Settings .............................................................................................................. 95
USB Configuration .......................................................................................................................... 95
UI Settings ...................................................................................................................................... 96
Start Screen Settings ................................................................................................................ 96
IE Zoom Mapping ...................................................................................................................... 96
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IST Settings .................................................................................................................................... 97
Info Tab ..................................................................................................................................... 97
Display Tab ............................................................................................................................... 97
Power Management Tab ........................................................................................................... 98
On Face Down .................................................................................................................... 98
Keep Alive On Motion ......................................................................................................... 98
Setting Sensitivity ................................................................................................................ 99
Events Tab ................................................................................................................................ 99
Sensors Tab .............................................................................................................................. 99
Accessories
Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 102
Accessories ................................................................................................................................... 102
Single Slot USB Cradle ................................................................................................................. 105
Charging the MC55X Battery .................................................................................................. 105
Charging the Spare Battery ..................................................................................................... 106
Battery Charging Indicators ..................................................................................................... 106
Charging Temperature ...................................................................................................... 106
Single-slot Ethernet/Modem/USB Cradle ...................................................................................... 107
Country Settings ...................................................................................................................... 107
Connection Setup .................................................................................................................... 107
Indicators ................................................................................................................................. 108
Operation ................................................................................................................................ 108
Ethernet Connection ......................................................................................................... 108
Modem Connection ........................................................................................................... 108
Four Slot Charge Only Cradle ....................................................................................................... 110
Charging .................................................................................................................................. 110
Battery Charging Indicators ..................................................................................................... 110
Charging Temperature ...................................................................................................... 110
Four Slot Ethernet Cradle ............................................................................................................. 111
Charging .................................................................................................................................. 111
Communication ....................................................................................................................... 111
LED Indicators ................................................................................................................... 112
VCD5000 Vehicle Cradle .............................................................................................................. 113
Charging the MC55X Battery .................................................................................................. 113
Removing the MC55X ............................................
Battery Charging Indicators ..................................................................................................... 114
Charging Temperature ...................................................................................................... 114
Four Slot Battery Charger ............................................................................................................. 115
Battery Charging .................................................................................................................... 115
Battery Charging Indicators ..................................................................................................... 115
Charging Temperature ...................................................................................................... 115
Cables ........................................................................................................................................... 116
Battery Charging and Operating Power .................................................................................. 116
LED Charge Indications .......................................................................................................... 117
Charging Temperature ...................................................................................................... 117
Trigger Handle .............................................................................................................................. 118
Inserting the MC55X into the Trigger Handle .......................................................................... 118
Removing the MC55X ............................................................................................................. 118
Scanning ................................................................................................................................. 118
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Using the RS507 Hands-free Imager ............................................................................................ 120
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 121
Maintaining the MC55X ................................................................................................................. 121
Removing the Screen Protector .................................................................................................... 122
Battery Safety Guidelines ............................................................................................................. 122
Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................ 123
Approved Cleanser Active Ingredients .................................................................................... 123
Harmful Ingredients ................................................................................................................. 123
Cleaning Instructions ............................................................................................................... 123
Special Cleaning Notes ........................................................................................................... 123
Materials Required .................................................................................................................. 124
Cleaning the MC55X ............................................................................................................... 124
Housing ............................................................................................................................. 124
Display .............................................................................................................................. 124
Scanner Exit Window ........................................................................................................ 124
Connector .......................................................................................................................... 124
Cleaning Cradle Connectors ................................................................................................... 124
Cleaning Frequency ................................................................................................................ 125
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................ 125
MC55X .................................................................................................................................... 125
Single Slot USB Cradle ........................................................................................................... 128
Four Slot Ethernet Cradle ....................................................................................................... 129
Vehicle Cradle ......................................................................................................................... 129
Four Slot Battery Charger ....................................................................................................... 130
Cables ..................................................................................................................................... 130
Magnetic Stripe Reader .......................................................................................................... 131
Technical Specifications
MC55X .......................................................................................................................................... 132
Keypads
Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 136
Numeric Keypad Configuration ............................................................................................... 136
Alpha-numeric Keypad Configurations .................................................................................... 140
Special Character Key ............................................................................................................ 143
Index
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About This Guide
Introduction
This guide provides information about using the MC55X (MC55E0 configurations) mobile computer and
accessories.
NOTE: Screens and windows pictured in this guide are samples and can differ from actual screens.
Configurations
This guide covers the following configurations:
Table 1 Configurations
Configuration Radios Display Memory
MC55E0 WLAN: 802.11
a/b/g/n
WPAN: Bluetooth
v2.1 EDR
MC55E0-HC WLAN: 802.11
a/b/g/n
WPAN: Bluetooth
v2.1 EDR
3.5”
VGA
Color
3.5”
VGA
Color
512 MB
RAM/
2 GB Flash
512 MB
RAM/
2 GB Flash
Data
Capture
Options
2D imager or
2D imager
and camera
2D imager or
2D imager
and camera
Operating
System
Windows
Embedded
Handheld
6.5 Classic
Windows
Embedded
Handheld
6.5 Classic
Software Versions
This guide covers various software configurations and references are made to operating system or software
versions for:
• Adaptation Kit Update (AKU) version
• OEM version
• Fusion software.
Keypads
Numeric or
QWERTY
Numeric or
QWERTY
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AKU Version
To determine the Adaptation Kit Update (AKU) version:
Tap > Settings > System > About > Version.
The second line lists the operating system version and the build number. The last part of the build number
represents the AKU number. For example, Build 29058.5.3.12.8 indicates that the device is running AKU version
5.3.12.8.
OEM Version
To determine the OEM software version:
Tap > Settings > System > System Info > System.
Fusion Software
To determine the Fusion software version:
Tap > Wireless Companion > Wireless Status > Versions.
Chapter Descriptions
Topics covered in this guide are as follows:
• Getting Started provides information on getting the MC55X up and running for the first time.
• Using the MC55X provides basic instructions for using the MC55X, including powering on and resetting the
MC55X.
• Data Capture provides instructions for capturing data.
• Using WLAN provides information for connection the MC55X to a WLAN.
• Messaging provides information for using Email.
• Bluetooth explains Bluetooth functionality on the MC55X.
• Settings provides basic instructions for using the MC55X phone.
• Accessories describes the available accessories and how to use them with the MC55X.
• Maintenance & Troubleshooting includes instructions on cleaning and storing the MC55X, and provides
troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during MC55X operation.
• Technical Specifications provides the technical specifications for the MC55X.
• Keypads Provides information on the various keypad configuration.
Notational Conventions
The following conventions are used in this document:
• Mobile computer refers to the MC55X series of hand-held computers and all MC55E0 configurations..
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• Bold text is used to highlight the following:
• Chapters and sections in this and related documents
• Icons on a screen.
• Dialog box, window, and screen names
• Drop-down list and list box names
• Check box and radio button names
• Key names on a keypad
• Button names on a screen.
• Bullets (•) indicate:
• Action items
• Lists of alternatives
• Lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential
• Sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-step procedures) appear as numbered lists.
Related Documents
About This Guide
• MC55X Quick Start Guide, p/n MN-003059-xx.
• MC55X Regulatory Guide, p/n MN-003061-xx.
• MC55X Integrator Guide, p/n MN-003058-xx.
• Mobility Services Platform User Guide, p/n 72E-100158-xx.
• Enterprise Mobility Developer Kits (EMDKs), available at: http://www.zebra.com/support.
• Latest ActiveSync or Windows Mobile Device Center software, available at: http://www.microsoft.com.
For the latest version of this guide and all guides, go to: http://www.zebra.com/support.
Service Information
If the user has a problem with the equipment, contact Zebra Global Customer Support in the region. Contact
information is available at: http://www.zebra.com/support
When contacting support, please have the following information available:
• Serial number of the unit (found on manufacturing label)
• Model number or product name (found on manufacturing label)
• Software type and version number.
.
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Manufacturing label
Zebra responds to calls by email, telephone or fax within the time limits set forth in support agreements.
If the problem cannot be solved by Zebra Global Customer Support, the user may need to return the equipment for
servicing and will be given specific directions. Zebra is not responsible for any damages incurred during shipment if
the approved shipping container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the warranty. Remove
the microSD card from the MC55X before shipping for service.
If the device was purchased from a Zebra business partner, contact that business partner for support.
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Scan/Decode
LED
Charging/Battery
Status LED
Scan/Action
Button
Keypad
(Alpha-Numeric Keypad Shown)
Power Button
I/O Connector
Volume
Up/Down Button
Touch Screen with
Protective Overlay
Microphone
Introduction
This chapter lists the parts of the MC55X and explains how to set up the MC55X for the first time.
Figure 1 MC55X Front View
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Figure 2 MC55X Rear View
Battery
Speaker
Exit Window
Stylus
Battery Latch
Camera
(optional)
Stylus Clip
Camera Flash
(optional)
Action Button
Scan/Action Button
Handstrap
Getting Started
Unpacking
Carefully remove all protective material from the MC55X and save the shipping container for later storage and
shipping.
Verify that you received the following:
• MC55X EDA
• 3600 mAh Lithium-ion battery
• stylus with tether (installed)
• screen protector, installed on display window
• Regulatory Guide.
Inspect the equipment for damage. If any equipment is missing or damaged, contact the Zebra Support center
immediately. See Service Information on page 11 for contact information.
Prior to using the MC55X for the first time, remove the protective shipping film that covers the scan window, display
and camera window.
Getting Started
To start using the MC55X for the first time:
• Install a microSD card (optional)
• Install the main battery.
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Rubber access door
microSD card holder door
SIM card holder door
microSD card
Holding tab
• Charge the MC55X.
• Power on the MC55X.
Installing a microSD Card
The microSD card slot provides secondary non-volatile storage. The slot is located under the battery. Refer to the
documentation provided with the card for more information, and follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for
use.
CAUTION: Follow proper ESD precautions to avoid damaging the SD card. Proper ESD precautions include,
but are not limited to, working on an ESD mat and ensuring that the operator is properly grounded.
To install the microSD card:
1. Lift rubber access door.
2. Slide the SIM card holder door up to unlock.
3. Lift SIM card holder door.
Figure 3 Lift SIM Slot Holder Door
4. Lift microSD card holder door.
5. Insert the microSD card into card holder door ensuring that the card slides into the holding tabs on each side of
the door.
Figure 4 Insert microSD Card in Holder
6. Close the card holder door and push down until it is securely into place.
7. Close SIM card holder door and slide down until it locks into place.
8. Close rubber access door.
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Battery
Battery Release Latch
Installing the Battery
To install the battery.
1. Insert the battery, bottom first, into the battery compartment in the back of the MC55X.
2. Press the battery down into the battery compartment until the battery release latch snaps into place.
Figure 5 Inserting the Battery
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The MC55X powers up automatically after inserting the battery if the battery has been charged previously.
Charging the Battery
CAUTION: Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in Battery Safety Guidelines on
page 122.
Charging the Main Battery
Before using the MC55X for the first time, charge the main battery until the amber Charging/Battery Status LED
remains lit (see Table 2 on page 17 for charge status indications). To charge the MC55X, use a cable or a cradle
with the appropriate power supply. For information about the accessories available for the MC55X, see
Accessories.
The MC55X is equipped with a memory backup battery which automatically charges from the fully-charged main
battery. When using the MC55X for the first time, the backup battery requires approximately 40 hours to fully
charge. This is also true any time the backup battery is discharged, which occurs when the main battery is
removed for several hours. The backup battery retains RAM data in memory for at least 15 minutes (at room
temperature) when the MC55X’s main battery is removed. When the MC55X reaches a very low battery state, the
combination of main battery and backup battery retains RAM data in memory for at least 48 hours.
For cable and cradle setup and charging procedures refer to the MC55X Integrator Guide.
• USB Charging Cable
• Charge Only Cable
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• Single-slot USB Cradle
• Single-slot Ethernet/Modem/USB Cradle
• Four-slot Charge Only Cradle.
To charge the main battery:
1. Connect the charging accessory to the appropriate power source.
2. Insert the MC55X into a cradle or attach to a cable. The MC55X begins charging. The Charging/Battery Status
LED blinks amber while charging, then turns solid amber when fully charged. See Table 2 for charging
indications.
The 3600 mAh battery charges in less than six hours.
Table 2 LED Charge Indicators
Charging/Battery
Status LED
Off MC55X is not charging.
MC55X is not inserted correctly in the cradle or connected to a power source.
Charger/cradle is not powered.
Slow Blinking Amber
(1 blink every 2 seconds)
Solid Amber Charging complete.
Fast Blinking Amber
(2 blinks/second)
MC55X is charging.
Note: When the battery is initially inserted in the MC55X, the amber LED flashes
once if the battery power is low or the battery is not fully inserted.
Charging error, e.g.:
• Temperature is too low or too high.
Indication
• Charging has gone on too long without completion (typically eight hours).
Single Blink Amber (when
Power button pressed)
Blinking Amber (when
Power button pressed)
Battery depleted.
Battery over-temperature condition.
Charging Spare Batteries
See Accessories for information on using accessories to change spare batteries.
Charging Temperature
Charge batteries in temperatures from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). Note that charging is intelligently controlled by
the MC55X.
To accomplish this, for small periods of time, the MC55X or accessory alternately enables and disables battery
charging to keep the battery at acceptable temperatures. The MC55X or accessory indicates when charging is
disabled due to abnormal temperatures via its LED. See Table 2.
Powering On the MC55X
After inserting the battery or when turning the MC55X on for the first time, the splash screen displays for about a
minute as the MC55X initializes its flash file system, then the calibration window appears. Note that these windows
also appear upon cold boot.
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2
Battery Latch
Calibrating the Screen
NOTE: The Calibration screen can be accessed by pressing Blue key then Backspace key.
To calibrate the screen so the cursor on the touch screen aligns with the tip of the stylus:
1. Remove the stylus from its holder on the side of the MC55X.
2. Carefully press and briefly hold the tip of stylus on the center of each target that appears on the screen.
3. Repeat as the target moves around the screen, then tap the screen to continue.
Checking Battery Status
NOTE: To check battery status, remove the MC55X from any AC power source (cradle, cables, etc.)
To check the charge status of the main battery in the MC55X, tap > Settings > System > Power to display the
Power window.
To save battery power, tap the Advanced tab and set the MC55X to turn off after a specified number of minutes.
Replacing the Battery
1. Press the red Power button to suspend the MC55X. The PowerKey Action window appears.
2. Tap Safe Battery Swap. The Decode LED lights red and then turns off.
3. Unlatch the handstrap.
4. Use finger or stylus to slide the battery latch to the right releasing the battery. The battery ejects slightly.
Figure 6 Removing the Battery
5. Lift the battery from the MC55X.
6. Insert the replacement battery, bottom first, into the battery compartment in the back of the MC55X.
7. Press the battery down until the battery release latch snaps into place.
8. Re-attach the handstrap.
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Removing the microSD Card
To remove an microSD card:
1. Press the red Power button to suspend the MC55X. The PowerKey Action window appears.
2. Tap Safe Battery Swap. The Decode LED lights red and then turns off.
3. Unlatch the handstrap.
4. Remove the battery.
5. Lift the rubber access door.
6. Slide SIM card holder door up to unlock.
7. Lift SIM Card holder door.
8. Lift the microSD card holder door.
9. Remove microSD card from holder.
10. Close microSD card holder door.
11. Close SIM card holder door.
12. Slide SIM card holder door down to lock into place.
13. Close the rubber access door.
14. Replace the battery.
15. Re-attach the handstrap.
Getting Started
Battery Management
Observe the following battery saving tips:
• Leave the MC55X connected to AC power at all times when not in use.
• Set the MC55X to turn off after a short period of non-use.
• Set the backlight to turn off after a short period of non-use.
• Turn off all wireless activities when not in use.
Changing the Power Settings
To set the MC55X to turn off after a short period of non-use:
1. Tap > Settings > System > Power
2. Select the On battery power: Turn off device if not used for check box and select a value from the
drop-down list.
3. Select OK.
Changing the Backlight Settings
To change the backlight settings in order to conserve more battery power:
1. Tap > Settings > System > Backlight
>
Advanced tab.
>
Battery Power.
2. Select the Disable backlight if device is not used for check box and select a value from the drop-down list.
3. Select Brightness.
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Connectivity icon
4. Tap the Disable backlight check box to turn off the display backlight, or use the slider to set a low value for
the backlight.
5. Select OK.
Changing the Keypad Backlight Settings
To change the keypad backlight settings in order to conserve more battery power:
1. Tap > Settings > System > Keylight
2. Select the On battery power: Disable keylight if device if not used for check box and select a value from
the drop-down list.
3. Select Advanced.
4. Tap the Disable keylight check box to turn off the keypad backlight.
5. Select OK.
>
Battery Power.
Turning Off the Radios
To open Wireless Manager, tap status bar and then select the Connectivity icon.
Figure 7 Opening Wireless Manager
Select Wireless Manager
Figure 8 Wireless Manager Window
.
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To enable or disable a wireless connection, tap the specific button.
To enable or disable all wireless connections, tap and hold the All button.
To configure settings for a connection, tap Menu.
Handstrap Replacement
Removal
To remove the handstrap:
1. Press the red Power button to suspend the MC55X. The PowerKey Action window appears.
2. Tap Safe Battery Swap. The Decode LED lights red and then turns off.
3. Slide the handstrap clip out of the handstrap slot.
Figure 9 Handstrap Clip Removal
Getting Started
4. Remove the stylus tether from the handstrap.
5. Remove the battery.
CAUTION: When removing handstrap pin, be carefully not to damage handstrap mounting area.
6. Using a small flat screwdriver, push the head of the screwdriver between the handstrap pin and the bottom of
the housing as shown below.
7. Pry the handstrap and pin up and out of the handstrap mounting area.
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Figure 10 Handstrap and Pin Removal
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8. Repeat for the other side of the handstrap.
9. Remove the pin from the handstrap.
Figure 11 Pin Removal
10. Pull the handstrap through the handstrap slot.
Installation
To install the handstrap:
1. Feed the bottom end of the handstrap into the handstrap slot on the bottom of the MC55X.
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Figure 12 Feed Handstrap into Handstrap Slot
2. Slide the pin into the bottom of the handstrap.
3. Center the pin in the handstrap loop.
NOTE: Handstrap and pin should fit securely into the handstrap mounting area. When pulling on handstrap use
enough force to engage pin into place.
4. Pull the handstrap so that the pin and bottom of the handstrap slide into position in the mounting area.
Figure 13 Pin and Handstrap in Mounting Area
5. Replace the battery.
6. Replace the stylus tether onto the handstrap.
Figure 14 Slide Handstrap and Tether Over Handstrap Mount
7. Insert the handstrap clip into the slot on the MC55X. Ensure that it is securely in place.
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Introduction
This chapter explains the buttons, status icons, and controls on the MC55X, and provides basic instructions for
using the MC55X, including powering on and resetting.
Finger Scrolling
Finger scrolling can be used to scroll up and down web pages, documents, and lists such as the contacts list, file
list, message list, calendar appointments list, and more.
When finger scrolling, swipe or flick a finger on the screen.
To scroll down, swipe a finger upward on the screen. To scroll up, swipe a finger downward on the screen.
To auto-scroll, flick a finger upward or downward on the screen. Touch the screen to stop scrolling.
Home Screen
The default home screen on the MC55X is the Windows Embedded Handheld Home screen. The Home screen
contains a Status Bar at the top of the screen and a Tile Bar at the bottom of the screen.
The Home screen is scrollable and contains a list of application plug-ins and an Information Status bar. The
Information Status bar highlights the application plug-in that is under it and provides additional information.
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Open the Start Menu
Tiles
Status Bar
Home Screen
Tile Bar
Figure 15 Windows Embedded Handheld Home Screen
Touch and hold the screen with a finger and move the Home screen up and down. As the application names move
under the Information Status bar, information relevant to that application appear in the bar.
Figure 16 Moving Today Screen
Also touch and hold the Information Status bar and move it up and down over an application name. Remove finger
and the Information Status bar and application name center in the screen.
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Figure 17 Moving Information Status Bar
Application Icon
Application Information
Tile Bar
Status Bar
Today Screen
Task Tray
Figure 18 Information Bar Example
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To customize the
the background and the
Home screen, tap > Settings > Today. On the horizontal scroll, use Appearance to customize
Items to change the display format.
Classic Today Screen
The user can change to the classic Today screen layout that is used in Windows Mobile 6.1.
Figure 19 Classic Today Screen
To change to the classic view tap > Settings > Home > Items.
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Battery
Audio
Connectivity
Notifications
Battery
Clock
Figure 20 Home Screen Settings
Deselect the Windows Default checkbox and select any of the other checkboxes.
Tap .
The task bar at the bottom of the screen can contain the task tray icons listed in Table 3.
Table 3 Task Tray Icons
Icon Name Description
Wireless connection
status
Bluetooth Enabled The
Bluetooth Disabled The
Bluetooth
Communication
Wireless connection status icon. Indicates wireless local area network
(WLAN) signal strength and opens the Wireless Applications menu.
Bluetooth Enabled
Bluetooth radio is on (Displays only if the StoneStreet One Bluetooth
stack is enabled).
Bluetooth Disabled
the Bluetooth radio is off (Displays only if the StoneStreet One Bluetooth
stack is enabled).
Bluetooth Communication
The
that the mobile computer is communicating with another Bluetooth device
(Displays only if the StoneStreet One Bluetooth stack is enabled).
icon appears in the task tray and indicates that the
icon appears in the task tray and indicates that
icon appears in the task tray and indicates
Status Bar
The Status Bar at the top of the screen displays the status icons listed in Table 4.
Figure 21 Status Bar Icons
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Table 4 Status Bar Icons
Icon Description Icon Description
Notifications
Indicates a reminder of an upcoming calendar
event.
Notification that one or more e-mail/text
messages were received.
Indicates that the backup battery is very low. Indicates that a wireless stereo headset is
Connectivity
Connection is active. Connection is not active.
Synchronization is occurring. Wi-Fi available.
Wi-Fi in use.
Audio
All sounds are on. All sounds are off.
Vibrate is on.
Notification that one or more instant messages were
received.
There are more notification icons than can be
displayed.
connected to the MC55X.
Battery
Battery is charging. Battery has a full charge.
Battery has a high charge. Battery has a medium charge.
Battery has a low charge. Battery has a very low charge.
Tap the Status Bar to display an icon bar. Tap an icon to get additional notification or status information.
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Icon Bar
Figure 22 Icon Bar
Table 5 Task Tray Icons
Icon Name Description
Magnify Enlarges the screen.
Low Backup Battery Indicates that the backup battery is low.
Notifications Indicates that notifications are available.
Headset Indicates that a wireless stereo headset is connected to the MC55X.
Connectivity Displays the Connectivity dialog box.
Volume Displays the Volume dialog box.
Power Displays the Power window.
Clock & Alarms Opens the Clocks & Alarms window.
Tile Bar
The Tile Bar, located at the bottom of the screen, contains the Start tile to open the Start Menu. It also
displays tiles that vary depending upon the open application.
Figure 23 Tile Bar Examples
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Table 6 Programs Available on the Start Menu
Icon Description Icon Description
Home - Closes the Start menu and
displays the Home screen.
E-mail - Send an Email. Battery Swap - Properly shuts down the
Contacts - Keep track of friends and
colleagues.
Calendar - Keep track of appointments and
create meeting requests.
Getting Started - Launch the Getting
Started application.
Pictures & Videos - View and manage
pictures and video files.
Messenger - Use the mobile version of
Windows Live Messenger.
Text - Send an text message.
MC55X during battery replacement.
Internet Explorer - Browse Web sites as
well as download new programs and files
from the Internet.
Settings - Opens the Settings folder. See
Settings for more information.
Alarms - Set the clock to the date and time
of the current location. Alarms can also be
set at specified days and times of a week.
Windows Media - Play back audio and
video files.
MSN Weather - Check the local weather.
Windows Live - Use the mobile version of
Windows Live ™ to find information on the
web.
Calculator - Perform basic arithmetic and
calculations, such as addition, subtraction,
multiplication, and division.
Notes - Create handwritten or typed notes,
drawings, and voice recordings.
File Explorer - Organize and manage files
on the device.
Internet Sharing - Connect a notebook
computer to the Internet using the MC55X's
data connection.
Search Phone - Search contacts, data,
and other information on the MC55X. Refer
to the Microsoft Applications for Windows
Mobile 6 User Guide for more information.
MSN Money - Keep track of finances.
Games - Play games.
Tasks - Keep track of tasks.
ActiveSync - Synchronize information
between the MC55X and a host computer
or the Exchange Server.
Task Manager - Enables viewing of
memory and central processing unit (CPU)
allocations and stops running processes.
Help - Access on-line Help topics.
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Table 6 Programs Available on the Start Menu (Continued)
Icon Description Icon Description
Debug - Contains the RIL Logger and
RTLogExport applications. Use when
instructed to by Zebra support personnel.
Wireless Companion - Opens the
Wireless Companion folder.
Battery Health - Installs the Zebra Battery
Health application. See Battery Health
Application on page 36.
BTExplorer - Manages StoneStreet One
Bluetooth connections. See Bluetooth for
more information. Appears only if the
StoneStreet One Bluetooth stack is
enabled.
DataWedge Demo - Provides a way to
demonstrate the data capture features
using the imager.
MobiControl Stage – Opens the
MobiControl Stage application to stage the
device.
Office Mobile 2010 - Provides access to
Excel Mobile, PowerPoint Mobile, OneNote
Mobile, SharePoint WorkSpace Mobile and
Word Mobile applications.
Adobe Reader - View pdf files.
BTScanner CtlPanel - Set com port to use
with a Bluetooth scanner.
BTUI - Use to set Bluetooth options and
configuration.
MSP Agent - Enables management of the
MC55X from an Mobility Services Platform
(MSP) Server. Requires the purchase of an
appropriate MSP client license per device
to suit the level of management
functionality required.
Rapid Deployment Client - Allows the
MC55X user to stage a device for initial use
by initiating the deployment of settings,
firmware, and software. Requires the
purchase of an Mobility Services Platform
(MSP) client license per device.
RTlogEvent - Use when instructed by
Zebra support personnel.
Adjusting Volume
To adjust the system volume:
1. Press the volume buttons on the right side of the MC55X to increase and decrease the system volume. The
Volume dialog box appears.
2. As the user increases or decreases the volume, the slider moves accordingly. The user can also move the
slider to adjust the volume.
3. Select the Vibrate radio button to turn off the system audio and enable the MC55X to vibrate upon
system notifications.
4. Select Off radio button to turn off all system audio notifications.
Remote Desktop Mobile - Log onto
Windows NT server type computers and
use all of the programs that are available
on that computer from the MC55X.
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Resetting the MC55X
There are two reset functions, warm boot and cold boot. A warm boot restarts the MC55X by closing all running
programs. A cold boot also restarts the MC55X, and also initializes some drivers. Data saved in flash memory or a
memory card is not lost.
If the MC55X is not functioning properly, perform a warm boot first. If the MC55X still does not respond, perform a
cold boot.
Performing a Warm Boot
Hold down the red Power button for approximately five seconds. As soon as the MC55X starts to boot (splash
screen displays) release the Power button.
Performing a Cold Boot
To perform a cold boot:
• On a numeric keypad, simultaneously press the red Power button and the and keys.
• On an alphanumeric keypad, simultaneously press the red Power button and the and keys.
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Locking the MC55X
Locking the MC55X turns off keyboard and touch screen functionality. This is helpful when the MC55X is turned on
and to prevent accidental key presses.
To lock the MC55X, tap > .
To unlock the MC55X, side the Lock button to the left or right.
Figure 24 Unlock Device Window
If the MC55X was locked with a PIN or password, a prompt appears.
Un-locking with Simple PIN
When the MC55X is locked, the Lock screen appears.
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Figure 25 Simple PIN Lock Screen
Enter the password to un-lock the device.
Tap the Unlock button to unlock the device and go to the Home screen, or tap the Contact button to unlock the
device and go to the Contacts window or tap the Email button to unlock the device and go to the Messaging
window.
Un-locking with Strong Password
When the MC55X is locked, the Lock screen appears.
Figure 26 Strong Password Lock Screen
Enter the strong password and then tap Unlock.
NOTE: If the user enters an incorrect password eight times, the user is requested to enter a code before trying
again.
If the user forgets the password, contact the system administrator.
Battery Status Indications
Battery icons appear on the Status bar indicating the battery power level. When the main battery power falls below
a predetermined level the icon indicates the status and a battery dialog box appears indicating the status of the
battery. When the backup battery is low an icon appears in the Status bar and a battery dialog box appears
indicating the status of the backup battery.
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Figure 27 Battery Status Dialog Boxes
The Battery icon always appears in the Status bar. The icon indicates the battery power level. The message
displays until the Dismiss button is pressed.
Also view the battery status using the Power window. Either:
• Tap the Status bar and then the Battery icon.
• Tap > Settings > System > Power.
Figure 28 Settings Power Window
Battery Reserve Options
If the charge of the battery reaches a critical threshold, the MC55X shuts down. This threshold can be changed but
affects the amount of time that data can be retained.
1. Tap > Settings > System > Power > RunTime. A warning message appears.
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Figure 29 Warning Message
2. Read the warning message and tap OK.
Figure 30 RunTime Tab
3. Select one of the Battery Reserve Options.
• Option 1: Minimum - After a low battery shutdown, data will be retained for minimum amount of time.
Battery should be replaced immediately to avoid data loss.
• Option 2: Less - After a low battery shutdown, data will be retained for less than normal amount of time.
• Option 3: Normal - After a low battery shutdown, data will be retained for maximum amount of time.
4. Tap OK.
Main Battery Temperature Notifications
The temperature notification system implements three levels of notification when the temperature within the battery
exceeds specific temperature thresholds:
• Level 1: Temperature Watch; this level is similar to main battery low warning. It indicates that the battery
temperature has reached the first threshold level. The user should move to an environment within proper
operating temperature.
• Level 2: Temperature Warning; this level is similar to main battery very low warning. It indicates the
battery temperature has reached the second threshold level. The user should close all running applications
and stop using the MC55X.
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• Level 3: Temperature Error; this level indicates the battery has reached an unusable temperature
threshold and immediately suspends the MC55X. This level does not have any graphical notification
associated with it.
Figure 31 Main Battery Temperature Watch Dialog Box
Figure 32 Main Battery Temperature Warning Dialog Box
NOTE: The Temperature Warning dialog box remains visible until the user taps Hide.
Battery Health Application
The Battery Health dialog box is accessible from the Status Bar. Touch the Status Bar and then the Battery icon.
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Battery Icon
Status Bar
Figure 33 Status Bar
Touch the Battery icon to view the Battery Health dialog box.
Figure 34 Battery Health Dialog Box
• Battery Power - Indicates the current battery power, represented as a percentage of the total battery
capacity.
• Battery Health - Indicates the battery health using a five star-rating system based on a predefined battery
usage count threshold value. If the battery falls below any of these values, it is assigned to a lower
star-rating.
• Cycle Count - Displays the current battery usage count of the battery (configurable).
The background color also indicates the battery health.
Figure 35 Battery Background Color
• Green - Indicates that the battery is healthy.
• Yellow - Indicates that the battery is reaching the end of its useful life.
• Red - Indicates that the battery should be replaced.
The inside of the battery icon indicated the battery charge level. The white area indicates the current charge status
of the battery used.
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After a pre-defined time period, the dialog box disappears.
The Battery health dialog box can be set to appear after the device resumes from suspend mode or depending
upon the health status. See Battery Management Configuration - WinMobile.
Interactive Sensor Technology
The Interactive Sensor Technology (IST) supports the following features:
• Power Management – manages power by configuring IST to control switching on/off the backlight, control
suspend mode of the MC55X by monitoring motion and orientation.
• Display Orientation – switches the screen orientation to either landscape or portrait depending on the
MC55X orientation.
• Free Fall Detection – monitors free fall duration and records the time and type of the drop event.
The MC55X is equipped with sophisticated and powerful sensors to sense and react to environmental changes,
motion, orientation and user input. These sensors include accelerometer, magnetometer, gyroscope, and
temperature sensor.
The accelerometer and gyroscope measure the linear acceleration and angular velocity. The magnetometer
measures the magnetic field intensity experienced by the MC55X. This information can be used to derive the
motion state and the orientation of the device. For example, an MC55X can automatically rotate the display from
portrait to landscape mode to match the device orientation, enter suspend mode or switch off backlight to save
power when display is placed face down.
See IST Settings on page 97 for more information.
Power Management
The MC55X orientation and motion sensitive data can be used as an indicator of MC55X usage and can be used to
manage the battery power of the mobile computer. For example, IST can be configured to control the backlight on
and off functionality or go into suspend according to a user gesture by placing screen facing down. It can also be
used to keep the MC55X active while it is in movement to prevent it from quickly going into suspend mode while in
use.
Display Orientation
The screen can be rotated between portrait and landscape modes automatically, depending on the physical
orientation of the MC55X. For example, if the MC55X is rotated 90° counterclockwise, IST rotates the display
counterclockwise 90° so that the screen display appears correct.
This functionality is achieved by monitoring screen angle and rotating the display to counter any changes. IST only
rotates the screen in multiples of 90°.
Free Fall Detection
IST continuously monitors gravitational force on the MC55X according to its current position. When the MC55X
free falls, IST detects the absence of gravitational force and records the event data if it detects a free fall more than
450 ms, which may indicates nearly a one meter drop. This data can be used as an indicator of potential abuse or
misuse.
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Stylus
Single-hand Method
Two-hand Method
Use the MC55X stylus to select items and enter information. The stylus functions as a mouse.
• Tap: Touch the screen once with the stylus to press option buttons and open menu items.
• Tap and Hold: Tap and hold the stylus on an item to see a list of actions available for that item. On the
pop-up menu that appears, tap the action to perform.
• Drag: Hold the stylus on the screen and drag across the screen to select text and images. Drag in a list to
select multiple items.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the screen, do not use any device other than the Zebra-provided stylus.
Entering Data
When entering data on the keypad, use either the single-hand method or the two-hand method as shown in Figure
36.
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Figure 36 Entering Data on the Keypad
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Data Capture
Introduction
The MC55X offers three types of data capture options:
• Imaging
• Digital camera (optional)
• RS507 Hands-free imager.
Imaging
The MC55X with an integrated imager has the following features:
• Omnidirectional reading of a variety of bar code symbologies, including the most popular linear, postal,
PDF417, and 2D matrix code types.
• The ability to capture and download images to a host for a variety of imaging applications.
• Advanced intuitive laser aiming cross-hair and dot aiming for easy point-and-shoot operation.
The imager uses imaging technology to take a picture of a bar code, stores the resulting image in its memory, and
executes state-of-the-art software decoding algorithms to extract the bar code data from the image.
Operational Modes
The MC55X with an integrated imager supports three modes of operation, listed below. Activate each mode by
pressing the Scan button.
• Decode Mode: In this mode, the MC55X attempts to locate and decode enabled bar codes within its field
of view. The imager remains in this mode as long as the user holds the scan button, or until it decodes a
bar code.
NOTE: To enable Pick List Mode, configure in DataWedge or set in an application using a API command.
• Pick List Mode: This mode allows the user to selectively decode a bar code when more than one bar code
is in the MC55X’s field of view. To accomplish this, move the aiming crosshair or dot over the required bar
code to decode only this bar code. This feature is ideal for pick lists containing multiple bar codes and
manufacturing or transport labels containing more than one bar code type (either 1D or 2D).
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• Image Capture Mode: Use this mode to capture an image within the MC55X’s field of view. This is useful
for capturing signatures or images of items like damaged boxes.
Digital Camera
The MC55X with an integrated camera based bar code scanning solution has the following features:
• Omnidirectional reading of a variety of bar code symbologies, including the most popular linear, postal,
PDF417, and 2D matrix code types.
• Advanced intuitive aiming for easy point-and-shoot operation
• Taking photos and recording videos.
The solution uses the advanced camera technology to take a digital picture of a bar code, and executes
state-of-the-art software decoding algorithms to extract the data from the image.
Scanning Considerations
Typically, scanning is a simple matter of aim, scan, and decode and a few quick trial efforts master it. However,
consider the following to optimize scanning performance:
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• Range
Any scanning device decodes well over a particular working range — minimum and maximum distances
from the bar code. This range varies according to bar code density and scanning device optics.
Scanning within range brings quick and constant decodes; scanning too close or too far away prevents
decodes. Move the scanner closer and further away to find the right working range for the bar codes being
scanned.
• Angle
Scanning angle is important for promoting quick decodes. When laser beams reflect directly back into the
scanner from the bar code, this specular reflection can “blind” the scanner.
To avoid this, scan the bar code so that the beam does not bounce directly back. But don’t scan at too
sharp an angle; the scanner needs to collect scattered reflections from the scan to make a successful
decode. Practice quickly shows what tolerances to work within.
• Hold the MC55X farther away for larger symbols.
• Move the MC55X closer for symbols with bars that are close together.
NOTE: Scanning procedures depend on the application and MC55X configuration. An application may use
different scanning procedures from the one listed above.
Imager Scanning
To read a bar code, a scan-enabled application is required. The MC55X contains the DataWedge application that
allows the user to enable the imager, decode the bar code data and display the bar code content.
1. Enable DataWedge. See Enable DataWedge on page 44.
2. Launch an application that supports text inputs, such as Word Mobile 2010 or Excel Mobile 2010.
3. Point the exit window on the top of the MC55X at a bar code.
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Figure 37 Imager Scanning
4. Press and hold the scan button.
The red LED aiming pattern turns on to assist in aiming. Ensure the bar code is within the area formed by the
aiming pattern. The aiming dot is used for increased visibility in bright lighting conditions.
The Scan/Decode LED lights green and a beep sounds, by default, to indicate the bar code was decoded
successfully. Note that when the MC55X is in Pick List Mode, the imager does not decode the bar code until
the aiming dot touches the bar code.
Figure 38 Aiming Pattern
Figure 39 Pick List Mode with Multiple Bar Codes in Aiming Pattern
5. Release the scan button.
NOTE: Imager decoding usually occurs instantaneously. The MC55X repeats the steps required to take a
digital picture (image) of a poor or difficult bar code as long as the scan button remains pressed.
6. Disable DataWedge. See Disable DataWedge on page 44.
Digital Camera Scanning
To read a bar code, a scan-enabled application is required. The MC55X contains the DataWedge application that
allows the user to enable the camera, decode the bar code data and display the bar code content.
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1. Enable DataWedge. See Enable DataWedge on page 44.
2. Launch an application that supports text inputs, such as Word Mobile 2010 or Excel Mobile 2010.
3. Point the camera lens on the back of the MC55X at a bar code.
Figure 40 Camera Scanning
4. Press and hold . A preview window appears on the display window.
5. Move the MC55X until the red aiming pattern is on top of the barcode.
The Scan/Decode LED lights green and a beep sounds, by default, to indicate the bar code was decoded
successfully. Note that when the MC55X is in Pick List Mode, the imager does not decode the bar code until
the aiming pattern touches the barcode.
6. The bar code content data displays in the text field.
Using the RS507 Hands-free Imager
An RS507 Hands-free Imager can be used with the MC55X to capture bar code data.
NOTE: Only one RS507 can be paired with the MC55X at a time.
To set up the RS507:
1. Tap Start > BTScannerCtlPanel.
2. If required, select the BT Scanner checkbox and then select the appropriate Com port from the drop-down list.
3. Tap Save and Exit.
4. Tap Start > MotoBTUI.
5. Tap Pairing Barcode. A bar code displays.
6. Point the RS507 at the bar code. The RS507 reads the bar code and begins pairing with the MC55X.
Refer to the RS507 Hands-free Imager Product Reference Guide for more information.
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DataWedge
Enable DataWedge
To enable DataWedge:
1. Tap > Settings > System > DataWedge.
2. Tap Basic configuration.
3. Tap 1. Barcode input.
4. Tap one of the following:
a. 1. MegaPixel Imager (for scanning using the imager).
b. 2. Camera Scanner Driver (for scanning using the camera).
c. 3. Bluetooth SSI Scanner Driver (for scanning using the RS507, see Using the RS507 Hands-free
Imager on page 120).
5. Ensure that a check mark is next to 1. Enabled. If not, tap 1. Enabled.
6. Tap 0. Back.
7. Tap 0. Back.
8. Tap 0. Exit and then tap OK.
9. Tap Running to start the DataWedge process. The DataWedge Status changes to Ready.
10. Tap OK.
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Disable DataWedge
To disable DataWedge:
1. Tap > Settings > System > DataWedge.
2. Tap the Running option to end the DataWedge process. The DataWedge Status changes to Stopped.
3. Tap OK.
Taking Pictures
To take a picture:
1. Tap > Pictures & Videos.
2. Tap Camera.
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Figure 41 Camera Window
The Camera window displays the view finder. Information about the current settings or the remaining number
of pictures that can be saved to the MC55X are displayed on the lower right corner of the screen.
3. Check the image on the view finder, adjust if necessary.
4. Press the Enter key to take the picture.
Burst Mode
Burst mode is a way to take a series of quick pictures.
1. Tap > Pictures & Videos.
2. Tap Camera.
3. Tap Menu > Mode > Burst.
4. Check the image on the view finder, adjust if necessary.
5. Press the Enter key to take the picture.
To stop a burst of pictures before all pictures have been taken tap OK.
Timer Mode
To take pictures using the timer:
1. Tap > Pictures & Videos.
2. Tap Camera.
3. Tap Menu > Mode > Timer.
NOTE: By default, the self timer delay is set at five seconds.
4. Check the image on the view finder, adjust if necessary.
5. Press the Enter key to take the picture.
Editing Pictures
Rotate, crop, zoom, and adjust the brightness and color contrast pictures.
1. Tap
>
Pictures & Videos.
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2. Tap the thumbnail of the picture to view.
3. Tap Menu > Zoom to display the Zoom panel, used to zoom in or out of a picture. Tap Menu > Zoom again to
close the Zoom panel.
4. To rotate a picture 90 degrees counter-clockwise, tap Menu > Edit, then tap Rotate.
5. To crop a picture, tap Menu > Edit, then tap Menu > Crop. Drag the stylus across the screen to select the crop
area. Tap inside the area to crop the picture, or outside of the area to cancel cropping.
Setting a Picture as Wallpaper
To add a custom look to the Home screen of the MC55X (using the Windows Home screen); apply a wallpaper
using any image. To set an image as a Home wallpaper:
1. Tap and hold a thumbnail, then select Set as Home Background.
2. Tap the up or down arrows to set the transparency level.
3. Tap OK.
Camera Configuration
To configure the camera settings:
1. Tap > Pictures & Videos.
2. Tap Menu, then configure the device settings.
• Video - Tap to switch to video mode.
• Mode - Select from the following modes to take the picture:
• Normal - Takes picture using the default settings.
• Burst - Takes picture consecutively in continuous mode.
• Timer - Takes picture five seconds after pressing the Enter key.
• Brightness - Set the camera brightness level.
• Resolution - Set the camera resolution level. Note that selecting a high resolution picture increases the
size of the file significantly.
• Flash - Turns flash on and off.
• Auto Focus - Turns auto focus on and off.
• Full Screen - Toggles the viewfinder between full screen and window modes.
• Options - Displays the camera options window.
3. Tap OK to exit.
Recording a Video
To record a video:
1. Tap > Pictures & Videos.
2. Tap Camera.
3. Tap Menu > Video.
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Figure 42 Video Window
The available recording time displays on the screen.
NOTE: By default, the time limit for recording videos is set to 30 seconds.
4. Press the Enter key to begin recording.
5. Press the Enter key to stop recording.
Video Configuration
To configure the video settings:
1. Launch the Video application.
2. Tap Menu, then configure the device settings.
• Still - Tap to switch to still (camera) mode.
• Brightness - Set the video brightness level.
• Quality - Set the quality (video resolution and sound fidelity) and size of the video clips. Video clips of
higher quality require more memory.
• Full Screen - Toggles the viewfinder between full screen and window modes.
• Options - Displays the video options window.
3. Tap OK to exit.
Viewing Pictures and Videos
To view a picture or video:
1. Tap > Pictures & Videos.
2. Tap the thumbnail of the picture or video:
• Tap the Show drop-down list to browse folders.
• Tap the Sort By drop-down list to sort the files by name, date or size.
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Figure 43 Pictures & Videos
Customizing Pictures & Videos
Using the Options command to set preference settings on how to use Pictures & Videos.
To customize Pictures & Videos:
Data Capture
1. On either thumbnail or full screen mode, tap Menu > Options.
2. On the General tab, set the following options:
• Select the size of the pictures to send through e-mail. Only pictures sent through an e-mail message is
resized, the original picture remains unchanged.
• Resize pictures for faster e-mail transfer.
• Rotate pictures towards left or right.
3. On the Slide Show tab, set the following options:
• Select the Portrait pictures or Landscape pictures radio button to set slide show orientation.
• Select the Play a screen saver when connected to my PC and idle for 2 minutes check box to set the
image files in the My Pictures folder as a screen saver whenever the device is connected to the USB sync
cable and is idle for 2 minutes.
4. On the Camera tab, set the following options:
• In the Type filename prefix text box, enter the prefix to be used as a default title for the image file.
• In the Save files to drop-down list, select to save image files to onboard memory or built-in storage.
• In the Still image compression level drop-down list, set a compression level when saving the image. The
high quality setting provides the best image quality but more memory is required.
5. On the Video tab, set the following options:
• Select the Include audio when recording video files check box to record audio along with video.
• In the Time limit for videos drop-down list, set the amount of time for recording video.
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Using WLAN
Introduction
Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) allow the MC55X to communicate wirelessly inside a building. Before
using the MC55X on a WLAN, the facility must be set up with the required hardware to run the WLAN (sometimes
known as infrastructure). The infrastructure and the MC55X must both be properly configured to enable this
communication.
Refer to the documentation provided with the infrastructure (access points (APs), access ports, switches, Radius
servers, etc.) for instructions on how to set up the infrastructure.
Once the infrastructure is set up to enforce the chosen WLAN security scheme, use the Fusion Wireless
Companion software to configure the MC55X to match.
Fusion Overview
The Fusion Wireless Companion software contains applications with which to create wireless profiles. Each profile
specifies the security parameters to use for connecting to a particular WLAN as identified by its Extended Service
Set Identification (ESSID). The Fusion Wireless Companion software also allows the user to control which profile
out of a set of profiles is used to connect. Other Fusion Wireless Companion applications allow the user to monitor
the status of the current WLAN connection and to invoke diagnostic tools for troubleshooting.
To access Fusion Wireless Companion, tap > Wireless Companion > Wireless Launch.
Figure 44 Wireless Launch Window
Refer to the Wireless Fusion Enterprise Mobility Suite User Guide for Version X2.xx for detailed information on
using and configuring Fusion Wireless Companion.
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To access the on-device Fusion Help tap > Wireless Companion > Fusion Help.
Connecting to the Internet
To connect to the Internet on a WLAN when using Fusion Wireless Companion, ensure that the network card
settings is set to Internet:
1. Ensure Fusion is enabled and a profile is configured.
2. Tap > Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi.
3. In the My network card Connects to drop-down list, select The Internet.
4. Tap OK.
Supported Applications
The Fusion menu items and their corresponding applications are summarized in Table 7.
Table 7 Supported Applications
Application Description
Using WLAN
Find WLANs Invokes the Find WLANs application which displays a list of the
WLANs active in the area.
Manage Profiles Invokes the Manage Profiles application (which includes the Profile
Editor Wizard) to manage and edit the list of WLAN profiles.
Manage Certs Invokes the Certificate Manager application which allows the user
to manage certificates used for authentication.
Manage PACs Invokes the PAC Manager application which helps the user manage
the list of Protected Access Credentials used with Extensible
Authentication Protocol-Flexible Authentication via Secure Tunneling
(EAP-FAST) authentication.
Options Invokes the Options application which allows the user to configure
the Fusion option settings.
Wireless Status Invokes the Wireless Status application which allows the user to
view the status of the current wireless connection.
Wireless Diagnostics Invokes the Wireless Diagnostics application which provides tools
with which to diagnose problems with the wireless connection.
Log on/off Invokes the Network Login dialog which allows the user to log on to
a particular profile or to log off from the currently active profile
Fusion Help Invokes Fusion Help application which provides on-device Help.
Fusion Setup
For detailed WLAN setup using Fusion, refer to the Wireless Fusion Enterprise Mobility Suite User Guide for
Version X2.xx.
To setup WLAN using Fusion:
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NOTE: Obtain the proper WLAN configuration information from the system administrator prior to performing the
Fusion setup procedures.
The following setup procedure example shows setup of a WLAN using Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)
encryption.
1. Tap the > Wireless Companion > Wireless Launch > Manage Profiles. The Manage Profiles window
appears.
2. Tap and hold in the window and select Add from the pop-up menu. The Wireless LAN Profile Entry window
appears.
3. In the Profile Name text box enter a name for the profile.
4. In the ESSID text box enter the ESSID.
Figure 45 Profile ID Dialog Box
5. Tap Next. The Operating Mode dialog box displays.
6. In the Operating Mode drop-down list, select Infrastructure or Ad-hoc.
Figure 46 Operating Mode Dialog Box
7. Tap Next. The Security Mode dialog box displays.
8. In the
Security Mode drop-down list, select Legacy (Pre-WPA).
Figure 47 Security/Authentication Dialog Box
9. In the Authentication drop-down list, select None.
10. Tap Next. The Encryption dialog box displays.
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11. In the Encryption Type drop-down list, select WEP-40 (40/24).
Figure 48 Encryption Dialog Box
12. Select the Pass-phrase or Hexadecimal Keys radio button to indicate whether a pass-phrase or hexadecimal
keys will be entered on the next page.
13. Select the For added security - Mask characters entered check box to hide characters entered. Deselect
this to show characters entered.
14. Tap Next.
Figure 49 WEP-40 WEP Keys Dialog Box
15. In the Edit Key drop-down list, select the key to enter.
16. In the Key field, enter 10 hexadecimal characters.
17. In the Confirm field, re-enter the key. When the keys match, a message appears indicating that the keys
match.
18. Repeat for each WEP key.
19. In the Transmit Key drop-down list, select the key to transmit.
20. Tap Next. The IPv4 Address Entry dialog box displays.
Figure 50 IP Address Entry Dialog Box
21. Ensure that all three check boxes are selected.
22. Tap Next. The Battery Usage dialog box appears.
23. In the Battery Usage Mode dialog box select a power consumption option.
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Figure 51 Battery Usage Dialog Box
24. Tap Next. The Performance Settings dialog box appears.
25. In the Performance Settings dialog box select either Optimize for Data or Optimize for Voice.
26. Tap Save.
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Messaging
Introduction
This chapter describes how to use Email and text messaging.
Use email to send messages to other users. See Email Setup on page 55 for information on setting up an Email
account.
Creating an Email Message
To create an email message:
1. Press > E-mail.
2. Select an email account.
3. Tap > New.
4. To add recipients, enter their email addresses, separating them with a semicolon ( ; ). Tap To to add email
addresses stored in Contacts.
5. Enter a subject and compose the message.
6. To add an attachment to the message, tap > Insert and tap the item to attach: Picture, Voice Note, or File.
7. Tap .
Viewing an Email Message
To view an email message:
1. Press > E-mail.
2. Select an email account.
3. Tap an email to open it.
Replying to a Message
To reply to a message:
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1. Press > E-mail.
2. Select an email account.
3. Tap an email to open it.
4. Tap .
5. Enter a reply message, and then tap .
Email Setup
The MC55X’s Messaging application lets users access and manage multiple email accounts simultaneously in
one convenient location. To send and receive email messages through an ISP (Internet Service Provider) account,
or to use the MC55X to access corporate email through a VPN (Virtual Private Network), first set up an IMAP or
POP account.
• IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) - This mail retrieval protocol is frequently used in large networks
and commercial and institutional settings. IMAP4 is the current standard.
• POP (Post Office Protocol) - This protocol is supported by most ISPs and is currently more common
among consumer applications. POP3 is the current standard.
Messaging
NOTE: If the user has multiple email accounts, configure each account with its own settings.
Setting Up an IMAP or POP Account
When setting up an IMAP or POP account, the MC55X may be able to retrieve account settings automatically, or
the user may need to enter certain settings manually.
Automatic Email Setup
1. Tap > E-mail.
2. Tap Setup E-mail.
3. In the E-mail address text box, enter an email address.
4. In the Password text box, enter an associated password.
5. The Save password checkbox is checked by default to allow the MC55X to always remember the email
account password. To prevent other users from viewing the email account, tap the Save password checkbox
to remove the checkmark and deactivate the feature.
6. Tap Next.
NOTE: For some common email types, the MC55X automatically detects and configures the email settings
without performing this step.
7. Tap the Try to get e-mail settings automatically from the Internet checkbox to place a checkmark in the
checkbox.
Tap Next to attempt to retrieve these settings automatically. This process may take several minutes. The
MC55X attempts to determine the necessary communication settings for both incoming and outgoing email
messages.
8. If the MC55X was able to automatically retrieve the necessary settings, tap Next.
If the MC55X was unable to obtain the settings automatically, tap Next and proceed to step 8 in Entering Email
Settings Manually on page 56.
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9. In the Your name: field, enter the name that displays in the From field on outgoing messages.
10. In the Account display name: field enter a name for the new email account.
This name appears within the list of available email accounts on the E-mail page.
11. Tap Next.
12. Tap the Automatic Send/Receive: field and select the time interval for the MC55X to send and check for new
email messages.
13. Tap the Review all download settings link for additional download settings and options. See Editing an Email
Account on page 57 for more details.
14. Tap Finish.
Manual Email Setup
If the Automatic configuration was unsuccessful, or if accessing an account using a VPN server connection,
contact the Internet Service Provider (ISP) or network administrator for the following information and enter it
manually:
• Account type (IMAP4 or POP3)
• Incoming and outgoing mail server names
• Username and password
• Domain name
• Special security settings (if used).
For more information about configuring email accounts, go to: www.microsoft.com.
Entering Email Settings Manually
1. Tap > E-mail.
2. Tap Setup E-mail.
3. In the E-mail address: field, enter the email address for the account.
4. In the Password: fields and the password for the account.
5. The Save password checkbox is checked by default to allow the MC55X to always remember the email
account password. To prevent other users from viewing email, tap the Save password checkbox to remove
the checkmark and deactivate the feature.
6. Tap Next.
7. Tap the Try to get e-mail settings automatically from the Internet box to remove the checkmark from the box
and tap Next.
8. In the Your e-mail provider: drop-down list, select Internet e-mail and tap Next.
9. In the Your name: field enter the name that will display in the From field on outgoing messages.
10. In the Account display name: field enter a name for this new email account.
This name appears within the list of available email accounts on the E-mail page.
11. Tap Next.
12. In the Incoming mail server: field enter the incoming mail server address.
13. In the Account Type: drop-down list, select either POP3 or IMAP4.
14. Tap Next.
15. In the User name: field enter the username for the account.
16. In the Password: field enter the password for the account.
17. Tap Next.
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18. In the Outgoing (SMTP) mail server: field enter the outgoing mail server address.
19. Check the appropriate fields and then tap OK.
• Outgoing server requires authentication is used if a password is required for outgoing mail in addition to
incoming mail. (Please contact the System Administrator for detailed server requirements.)
Use the same user name and password for sending e-mail to use the same user name and password
for outgoing mail as well as for incoming mail (can only be selected if the Outgoing server requires
authentication checkbox is checked).
20. Tap the Advanced Server Settings link.
• These allows configuration of server-specific messaging settings such as SSL requirements for both
incoming and outgoing email, as well as network firewall profiles.
• Select the desired options.
• Tap Done once completed making updates to these settings.
21. Tap Next.
22. In the Automatic Send/Receive: drop-down list select the time interval for the MC55X to send and check for
new email.
23. Tap the Review all download settings link for additional download settings and options.
24. Tap Finish.
Editing an Email Account
To edit general email settings:
1. Tap > E-mail.
2. Highlight an account and tap Menu > Options.
3. Tap the desired email account from the on screen list.
4. Tap Edit Account Setup.
5. Confirm the email address and make any changes if necessary. Tap Next.
6. Confirm the Your name and Account display name information and make any changes if necessary. Tap
Next.
7. Confirm the Incoming mail server and Account type information and make any changes if necessary. Tap
Next.
8. Confirm the User name and Password information and make any changes if necessary (including checking or
unchecking the Save password checkbox). Tap Next.
9. Confirm the Outgoing (SMTP) mail server information and make any changes if necessary.
10. Tap the Advanced Server Settings link and select any setting on this page to check or uncheck the option.
• Require SSL for Incoming e-mail check box to enable SSL encryption of incoming email (if supported by
the mail server).
• Require SSL for Outgoing e-mail checkbox to enable SSL encryption of outgoing email (if supported by
the mail server).
• Network connection drop-down list to select a firewall connection setting. Select either The Internet
(open: no firewall), Work (behind a firewall) or a data connection.
11. Tap Done and then tap Next.
12. In the Automatic Send/Receive drop-down list, select the time interval the MC55X sends and checks for new
email.
13. In the Download messages drop-down list, select the age range of messages to download from the server to
the MC55X. (The longer the time period, the more messages are downloaded.)
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14. Tap the Advanced Settings link and select any setting on this page to check or uncheck the option.
• Select the Send/receive when I click Send checkbox to automatically check for and download new
messages whenever the user sends a message.
• Select the Use automatic send/receive schedule when roaming checkbox to continue to check the
email at predetermined intervals even if in a roaming area.
• In the When deleting messages drop-down list select whether to automatically delete or retain messages
on the email server when deleting messages from the MC55X.
15. Tap Done.
16. Tap Next.
17. Tap an on-screen field and change any settings. Tap an option to select it.
• In the Message format drop-down list, select to view the email messages as either HTML or plain text
documents.
• In the Message download limit drop-down list, select the size limit of files attached to email messages.
18. Tap Finish.
Setting Email Signatures
Signatures are the string of text automatically added to the end of an outgoing emails or messages.
1. Tap > E-mail.
2. Tap Menu > Options.
3. Highlight an account and tap Signatures.
4. In the Select an account drop-down list, select a pre-existing account.
5. Tap the Use signature with this account checkbox to enable a signature to be automatically added to new
outgoing messages.
6. Tap the Use when replying and forwarding checkbox to enable a signature to be automatically added to any
messaging being replied to or being forwarded from the account.
7. Tap in the text field and enter a signature message.
8. Tap OK to save the new signature.
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Bluetooth
Introduction
Bluetooth-equipped devices can communicate without wires, using frequency-hopping spread spectrum (FHSS)
radio frequency (RF) to transmit and receive data in the 2.4 GHz Industry Scientific and Medical (ISM) band
(802.15.1). Bluetooth wireless technology is specifically designed for short-range (10 meters/32 feet)
communication and low power consumption.
MC55Xs with Bluetooth capabilities can exchange information (e.g., files, appointments, and tasks) with other
Bluetooth enabled devices such as phones, printers, access points, and other mobile computers. To use the
MC55X as a modem, create a dial-up modem connection between a computer and MC55X.
The MC55X with Bluetooth technology uses either the StoneStreet Bluetooth stack or the Microsoft Bluetooth
stack. To write an application that uses the StoneStreet One Bluetooth stack APIs, refer to the Enterprise Mobility
Developer Kit (EMDK) Help.
Adaptive Frequency Hopping
Adaptive Frequency Hopping (AFH) is a method of avoiding fixed frequency interferers, and can be used with
Bluetooth voice. All devices in the piconet (Bluetooth network) must be AFH-capable in order for AFH to work.
There is no AFH when connecting and discovering devices. Avoid making Bluetooth connections and discoveries
during critical 802.11b communications. AFH for Bluetooth consists of four main sections:
• Channel Classification - A method of detecting an interference on a channel-by-channel basis, or
pre-defined channel mask.
• Link Management - Coordinates and distributes the AFH information to the rest of the Bluetooth network.
• Hop Sequence Modification - Avoids interference by selectively reducing the number of hopping channels.
• Channel Maintenance - A method for periodically re-evaluating the channels.
When AFH is enabled, the Bluetooth radio “hops around” (instead of through) the 802.11b high-rate channels. AFH
coexistence allows Zebra mobile computers to operate in any infrastructure.
The Bluetooth radio in this MC55X operates as a Class 2 device power class. The maximum output power is
2.5mW and the expected range is 10 meters (32 feet). A definition of ranges based on power class is difficult to
obtain due to power and device differences, and whether one measures open space or closed office space.
NOTE: It is not recommended to perform Bluetooth wireless technology inquiry when high rate 802.11b
operation is required.
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Security
The current Bluetooth specification defines security at the link level. Application-level security is not specified. This
allows application developers to define security mechanisms tailored to their specific need. Link-level security
occurs between devices, not users, while application-level security can be implemented on a per-user basis. The
Bluetooth specification defines security algorithms and procedures needed to authenticate devices, and if needed,
encrypt the data flowing on the link between the devices. Device authentication is a mandatory feature of Bluetooth
while link encryption is optional.
Pairing of Bluetooth devices is accomplished by creating an initialization key that is used to authenticate the
devices and create a link key for them. Entering a common Personnel Identification Number (PIN) number in the
devices being paired generates the initialization key. The PIN number is never sent over the air. By default, the
Bluetooth stack responds with no key when a key is requested (it is up to user to respond to the key request event).
Authentication of Bluetooth devices is based-upon a challenge-response transaction. Bluetooth allows for a PIN
number or passkey that is used to create other 128-bit keys used for security and encryption. The encryption key is
derived from the link key used to authenticate the pairing devices. Also worthy of note is the limited range and fast
frequency hopping of the Bluetooth radios that makes long-distance eavesdropping difficult.
Recommendations are:
• Perform pairing in a secure environment
• Keep PIN codes private and don't store the PIN codes in the mobile computer
• Implement application-level security.
Bluetooth
The Microsoft stack supports Smart-pairing. For detailed information, refer to the Microsoft MSDN.
Security Mode 3 (Link Level Encryption)
The MC55X supports Security Level 3 (Link Level Encryption). Link level encryption is the data security process of
encrypting information at the data link level as it is transmitted between two devices.
Microsoft Bluetooth Stack
When pairing with a remote device using the Microsoft Bluetooth UI, Security Level 3 (Link Level Encryption) is
automatically used. When developing applications using the Microsoft Bluetooth stack, enable Security Mode 3
using the
StoneStreet One Bluetooth Stack
To set Security Mode 3 on outgoing serial port connections, set Encrypt Link On All Outgoing Connections
checkbox in the Settings > Security. See Security on page 88 for more information.
BthSetEncryption
API call. Refer to the Microsoft MSDN for more information.
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FIPS 140-2
The MC55X supports FIPS 140-2 for Bluetooth using the Microsoft Bluetooth stack and the StoneStreet One
Bluetooth stack. FIPS provides secure Bluetooth communication between the MC55X and another mobile
computer or scanner only using a Serial Port Profile.
Bluetooth Configuration
By default, the MC55X is configured to using the Microsoft Bluetooth stack. Refer to the MC55X Integrator Guide,
Appendix B, for information on switching to the StoneStreet One Bluetooth stack.
Table 8 list the services supported by the Microsoft Bluetooth stack and the StoneStreet One Bluetooth stack.
Table 8 Bluetooth Services
Service Microsoft Bluetooth StoneStreet One Bluetooth
File Transfer Services No Yes
OBEX Object Push Services Yes Yes
Bluetooth
PBAP Services Yes No
Serial Port Services Yes Yes
Personal Area Networking Services Yes Yes
A2DP/AVRCP Services Yes Yes
HID Host Services Yes Yes
Table 9 list the COM ports available for the StoneStreet One Bluetooth stack and the Microsoft Bluetooth stack.
Table 9 COM Ports
Microsoft Bluetooth Stack StoneStreet One Bluetooth Stack
COM5 COM5
COM9 COM9
COM11
COM21
COM22
COM23
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Bluetooth Power States
Cold Boot
With StoneStreet One Bluetooth Stack
Performing a cold boot on the MC55X turns off Bluetooth after initialization (which takes a few moments). It is
normal to see the Bluetooth icon appear and disappear (when using the Classic Home screen), as well as a wait
cursor, when initialization proceeds in all modes.
With Microsoft Bluetooth Stack
Performing a cold boot retain the state of the Bluetooth radio prior to the cold boot.
Warm Boot
With StoneStreet One Bluetooth Stack
Performing a warm boot on the MC55 turns off Bluetooth.
Bluetooth
With Microsoft Bluetooth Stack
Performing a warm boot retain the state of the Bluetooth radio prior to the warm boot.
Suspend
When there is an active Bluetooth connection, the Bluetooth radio goes into low power mode maintaining the active
connection. When there is no active connection, the Bluetooth radio turns off.
With StoneStreet One Bluetooth Stack
NOTE If there is an active Bluetooth connection between the MC55X and another Bluetooth device, the MC55X
will not timeout. However, if the user presses the Power button on the MC55X, the MC55X will suspend
and upon receiving data from a remote Bluetooth device, the MC55X will wake from suspend mode. For
example, Bluetooth scanner sending data to the MC55X.
With Microsoft Bluetooth Stack
NOTE If there is an active Bluetooth connection between the MC55X and another Bluetooth device and there is
no data activity, the MC55X will timeout. However, if the user presses the Power button on the MC55X,
the MC55X will suspend and upon receiving data from a remote Bluetooth device, the MC55X will wake
from suspend mode. For example, Bluetooth scanner sending data to the MC55X.
Resume
When the MC55X resumes, Bluetooth turns on if it was on prior to suspend.
BTUI Application
Use the BTUI application to:
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• Turn the Bluetooth radio on and off. See Turning the Bluetooth Radio Mode On and Off on page 64.
• View device information
• Control device status
• Generate a pairing bar code (See Using the RS507 Hands-free Imager on page 120 for more information).
• Configure FIPS key.
Figure 52 BTUI Window
Device Information
The view the MC55X Bluetooth information:
1. Tap Start > BTUI.
2. Tap My Device Information.
3. The Device Information window displays:
• Device Name
• HCI version number
• LMP version number
• Bluetooth chip manufacturer name
• BT UI version number.
4. Tap the Back button to return to the BTUI window.
FIPS Configuration
NOTE: By default the MC55X has a FIPS key installed. If required, the user can generate a new FIPS key. If a
new key is generated on the MC55X, the same key is required to be used on the other Bluetooth device. The user
must transfer the key to the other device.
To generate a new FIPS key automatically:
1. Tap Start > BTUI.
2. Tap FIPS Configuration.
3. Tap Generate Key button.
4. Tap the SetUp Key button. A new key is generated. The key file, NewAESKey.reg, is created in the
/Application
folder.
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5. Tap the Back button to return to the BTUI window.
To generate a new FIPS key manually:
1. Tap Start > BTUI.
2. Tap FIPS Configuration.
3. Tap Enter Key button.
4. In the text box, enter a key.
5. Tap the SetUp Key button. A new key is generated. The key file, NewAESKey.reg, is created in the
/Application
6. Tap the Back button to return to the BTUI window.
To transfer the new FIPS key to another Bluetooth device:
1. Copy the NewAESKey.reg file from the MC55X to the other Bluetooth device. Place the file into the
/Application
2. Navigate to the
3. Locate the NewAESKey.reg file and tap the filename. The RegMerge confirmation box displays.
4. Tap Yes.
5. Perform a warm boot.
folder.
folder.
/Application
folder.
Device Status
Use the Device Status option to set if the MC55X would be seem by other Bluetooth devices. Touch the Device
Status option to toggle the MC55X from Hidden to Discoverable.
Using Microsoft Bluetooth Stack
The following sections provide information on using the Microsoft Bluetooth stack.
Turning the Bluetooth Radio Mode On and Off
NOTE: Turn the Bluetooth radio on or off using the Wireless Manager. Tap the Status bar and select the
Connectivity icon. Tap Wireless Manager.
Turn off the Bluetooth radio to save power or if entering an area with radio restrictions (e.g., an airplane). When the
radio is off, other Bluetooth devices cannot see or connect to the MC55X. Turn on the Bluetooth radio to exchange
information with other Bluetooth devices (within range). Communicate only with Bluetooth radios in close proximity.
NOTE: To achieve the best battery life turn off radios not in use.
Enabling Bluetooth
There are three ways to enable Bluetooth:
1. Microsoft Bluetooth application:
a. Tap > Setting > Connections > Bluetooth > Mode.
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Figure 53 Bluetooth Mode
b. Check the Turn On Bluetooth checkbox to turn on the Bluetooth radio on.
c. Tap OK.
2. Wireless Manager:
a. Tap the Status Bar.
b. Tap the Connectivity icon.
c. Tap Wireless Manager.
d. Tap Bluetooth to turn the Bluetooth radio on.
e. Tap X.
3. MotoBTUI application:
a. Tap > BTUI.
b. Tap the Bluetooth Off tab to turn the Bluetooth radio on.
c. Tap X.
Disabling Bluetooth
There are three ways to disable Bluetooth:
1. Microsoft Bluetooth application:
a. Tap > Setting > Connections > Bluetooth > Mode.
b. Un-check the Turn On Bluetooth checkbox to turn the Bluetooth radio off.
c. Tap OK.
2. Wireless Manager:
a. Tap the Status Bar.
b. Tap the Connectivity icon.
c. Tap Wireless Manager.
d. Tap Bluetooth to turn the Bluetooth radio off.
e. Tap X.
3. MotoBTUI application:
a. Tap > BTUI.
b. Tap the Bluetooth On tab to turn the Bluetooth radio off.
c. Tap X.
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Discovering Bluetooth Device(s)
The MC55X can receive information from discovered devices without pairing. However, once paired, the MC55X
and a paired device exchange information automatically when the Bluetooth radio is turned on. See Pairing with
Discovered Device(s) on page 82 for more information.
To find Bluetooth devices in the area:
1. Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled on both devices.
2. Ensure that the Bluetooth device to discover is in discoverable and connectable modes.
3. Ensure that the two devices are within 10 meters (32 feet) of one another.
4. Tap > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth > Devices.
Figure 54 Bluetooth - Devices
5. Tap Add new device. The MC55X begins searching for discoverable Bluetooth devices in the area.
Figure 55 Searching for Bluetooth Devices
6. Select a device from the list.
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Figure 56 Select a Bluetooth Device
7. Tap Next. The Enter Passcode window appears.
NOTE: If Smart-pairing is configured and the device is requesting one of the pre-defined PINs, the Enter
Passcode window does not appear.
Figure 57 Enter Passcode
8. Enter a Passcode.
If the device has a specific passcode, enter it in the Passcode field and tap Next. If the device does not have
a specific passcode, enter one in the Passcode field and tap Next. The MC55X tries to connect with the other
device.
9. If you created a passcode, you will be prompted by the other device to enter the same passcode. Enter the
created passcode to establish a paired connection. (If you entered a passcode from the device, you should not
have to do anything on the other device).
10. When the connection is complete, a list of matching and supported services on the device appears.
11. Select the services to use and tap Finish. The services on the new devices have to be selected or else the
pairing won’t include those services, even though the devices are paired. If services are not selected, you will
be continually reprompted for the passcode from the device.
12. The device appears in the list on the main window.
After the passcodes have been accepted on both sides, a trusted (“paired”) connection is created.
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Available Services
NOTE: Some devices might not require a PIN. This depends upon the device’s authentication.
The MC55X with Microsoft Bluetooth stack offers the following services:
• OBEX Object Push Services via Beam
• Serial Port Services
• Personal Area Networking Services
• PBAP Services
• A2DP/AVRCP Services.
See the following sections for information on these services.
Object Push Services via Beam
NOTE: The MC55X only send files to a remote device using the Beam function.
Use the OBEX Push Service to send files and contacts to another Bluetooth device. To transfer files between the
MC55X and another Bluetooth enabled device:
1. Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled and discoverable on both devices.
2. Ensure that the two devices are within 10 meters (32 feet) of one another.
3. Tap > Programs > File Explorer.
4. Navigate to the file to transfer.
5. Tap and hold on the filename until the pop-up menu appears.
Figure 58 File Explorer Window
6. Select Beam File. The MC55X searches for Bluetooth devices in the area.
7. Tap Tap to send next to the Bluetooth device to send the file to. The MC55X communicates with the device
and sends the file. When completed, Tap to send changes to Done.
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Figure 59 Beam File Window
To transfer a contact between the MC55X and another Bluetooth enabled device:
1. Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled and discoverable on both devices.
2. Ensure that the two devices are within 10 meters (32 feet) of one another.
3. Tap > Contacts.
4. Navigate to the contact to transfer.
5. Tap and hold on the contact until the pop-up menu appears.
Figure 60 Contact Window
6. Select Send Contact > Beam. The MC55X searches for Bluetooth devices in the area.
7. Tap Tap to send next to the Bluetooth device to send the file to. The MC55X communicates with the device
and send the contact. When completed, Tap to send changes to Done.
Internet Sharing
Internet Sharing allows the user to connect a computer or laptop to the MC55X and use the MC55X as a modem to
connect to an office network or Internet Service Provider (ISP).
To use MC55X as a modem using Bluetooth:
1. Ensure that the MC55X is not connected to the computer or laptop.
2. On the MC55X, ensure that the Phone is on and a data connection is configured.
3. Tap > Programs > Internet Sharing.
4. In the PC Connection list, select Bluetooth PAN.
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5. In the Network Connection list, select the connection type.
Select the network connection that the device should use to connect to the Internet.
6. Tap Connect.
7. On the computer or laptop, setup a Bluetooth PAN with the device.
a. Select Start > Control Panel > Network Connections.
b. Under Personal Area Network, select Bluetooth Network Connection.
c. Right-click on Bluetooth Network Connection and select View Bluetooth network devices.
d. In the Bluetooth Personal Area Network Devices window select the MC55X.
e. Click Connect. The computer connects to the MC55X via Bluetooth.
NOTE: If the computer is Bluetooth-enabled and Bluetooth as the PC connection is selected, the user must
initiate and complete the Bluetooth PAN partnership before Internet Sharing will work. For more information, refer
to Windows Help and Support.
8. To verify, on the computer or laptop, launch Internet Explorer and open a web site.
9. To end internet sharing, on the MC55X tap Disconnect.
Serial Port Services
Use the wireless Bluetooth serial port connection as a physical serial cable connection. Configure the application
that will use the connection to the correct serial port.
To establish a serial port connection:
1. Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled and discoverable on both devices.
2. Ensure that the two devices are within 30 feet (10 meters) of one another.
3. Tap > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth > Devices.
4. Tap Add new device. The MC55X begins searching for discoverable Bluetooth devices in the area.
5. Select a device from the list.
6. Tap Next. The Enter Passcode window appears.
NOTE: If Smart-pairing is configured and the device is requesting one of the pre-defined PINs, the Enter
Passcode window does not appear.
7. Enter the Passcode and the tap Next. The device is added to the Bluetooth list.
8. In the device list, tap the serial device. The Partnership Settings window displays.
9. Select the Serial Port checkbox.
10. Tap Save.
11. Tap COM Ports.
12. Tap New Outgoing Port. The add device window appears.
NOTE: By default, Secure Connection checkbox is set enabling Security Level 3 (Linked Level Encryption).
13. Select the serial device in the list and then tap Next.
14. Select a COM port from the drop-down list.
15. Tap Finish.
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NOTE: No connection is made at this point. An application must open the selected COM port to trigger Microsoft
Bluetooth stack to open the connection.
ActiveSync Using Serial Port Services
Use the wireless Bluetooth serial port connection for ActiveSync just as a physical serial cable connection.
Configure the application that will use the connection to the correct serial port.
To set up a Bluetooth ActiveSync connection:
Before setting up a Bluetooth ActiveSync connection, configure the Bluetooth function on the host computer.
NOTE: For additional security, disable network bridging on the computer (specifically, bridging to a Remote
NDIS adapter) before connecting to the computer to pass though to the Internet or a network. For more
information on network bridging, see Windows Help on the computer.
Refer to the Windows Help for instructions on setting up a Bluetooth connection.
1. Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled and discoverable on both devices.
2. Ensure that the two devices are within 30 feet (10 meters) of one another.
3. Click Start > All Programs > Microsoft ActiveSync.
4. Click File > Connection Settings.
Figure 61 ActiveSync Connection Settings
5. On the Allow connections to one of the following drop-down list, select the COM port with the number
noted earlier.
6. On the MC55X, tap > Programs > ActiveSync.
7. Tap Menu > Connect via Bluetooth.
Synchronization is automatically initiated.
If an Authentication is required, the Enter Passcode screen appears, type an alphanumeric passkey (PIN
code), then tap Next; enter the same passkey on the other device.
The passkey is recommended for enhanced security. The passkey must be between 1 to 16 alphanumeric
characters.
If the user does not want to use a passkey, tap Next.
8. To disconnect the ActiveSync connection, tap > ActiveSync > Menu > Disconnect.
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9. Tap Disconnect.
Phone Book Access Profile Services
Phone Book Access profile (PBAP) is used to synchronize contacts between a remote device and the MC55X. To
establish an PBAP synchronization:
1. Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled and discoverable on both devices.
2. Ensure that the two devices are within 10 meters (32 feet) of one another.
3. Tap > Settings > Connection > Bluetooth > Devices.
4. Tap Add New Device.The MC55X searches for a Bluetooth device, such as a Car Kit.
5. Select a device from the list.
6. Tap Next. The Enter Passcode window appears.
NOTE: If Smart-pairing is configured and the device is requesting one of the pre-defined PINs, the Enter
Passcode window does not appear.
7. Enter the Passcode and the tap Next. The device is added to the Bluetooth list.
8. A dialog box appears requesting to transfer contacts to the car kit.
9. Select Yes or No.
10. If Yes is selected, contacts from the MC55X are transferred to the car kit.
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Using Bluetooth StoneStreet One Bluetooth Stack
The following sections provide information on using the Stone Street One Bluetooth stack.
Turning the Bluetooth Radio Mode On and Off
Turn off the Bluetooth radio to save power or if entering an area with radio restrictions (e.g., an airplane). When the
radio is off, other Bluetooth devices cannot see or connect to the MC55X. Turn on the Bluetooth radio to exchange
information with other Bluetooth devices (within range). Communicate only with Bluetooth radios in close proximity.
NOTE: To achieve the best battery life turn off radios not in use.
Disabling Bluetooth
To disable Bluetooth, tap the Connection icon on the Status bar and select Wireless Manager in the Connectivity
dialog box. Tap the blue Bluetooth bar to turn off the Bluetooth radio.
Enabling Bluetooth
To enable Bluetooth, tap the Connection icon on the Status bar and select Wireless Manager in the Connectivity
dialog box. Tap the blue Bluetooth bar to turn on the Bluetooth radio.
Modes
The BTExplorer application has two modes for managing Bluetooth connections: Wizard Mode and Explorer Mode.
The Wizard Mode is for novice Bluetooth users and the Explorer Mode is for experienced Bluetooth users. To
switch between modes, select View
Wizard Mode
Wizard Mode provides a simple process for discovering and connecting to Bluetooth devices.
NOTE: Switching between Wizard Mode and Explorer Mode closes all active connections.
Wizard Mode shows the devices and services in a simple Favorites view created by following the step-by-step
wizard.
Explorer Mode
The Explorer Mode window is easy to navigate and provides greater control to users familiar with Bluetooth. The
menu bar provides quick access to the options and tools used to connect to devices. To access Explorer Mode, tap
View
>
Explorer Mode.
>
Wizard Mode or View
>
Explorer Mode.
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Figure 62 Explorer Mode Window
Use the “tap and hold” technique to view available options. Scroll bars and view options are similar to those on the
Windows desktop. The tree structure lists the following sub-items:
• Local Device - This device
• Remote Device - Other Bluetooth devices
• Trusted Devices - Bonded (paired) Bluetooth devices
• Untrusted Devices - Discovered devices that are not bonded
• Favorites - Selected services that are set as
NOTE: Switching between Wizard Mode and Explorer Mode closes all active connections.
Favorite
for quick access.
Discovering Bluetooth Device(s)
The MC55X can receive information from discovered devices without bonding. However, once bonded, the MC55X
and a bonded device exchange information automatically when the Bluetooth radio is turned on. See Pairing with
Discovered Device(s) on page 82 for more information.
To find Bluetooth devices in the area:
1. Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled on both devices.
2. Ensure that the Bluetooth device to discover is in discoverable and connectable modes.
3. Ensure that the require profile is enabled on the MC55X. See Profiles on page 91 for more information.
4. Ensure that the two devices are within 30 feet (10 meters) of one another.
5. Tap > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth. The BTExplorer window appears.
NOTE: If favorite connections have already been created, the Favorites screen displays. If no favorite
connections have been created, the New Connection Wizard screen displays.
6. Tap Menu > New Connection.The New Connection Wizard appears.
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Figure 63 BTExplorer Window
7. Select Explore Services on Remote Device or another from the drop-down list and tap Next.
NOTE: If a device discovery action has not been previously performed, a device discovery is automatically
initiated. If a device discovery has previously been performed, the device discovery process is skipped, and the
previously found list of devices displays. To start a new device discovery, tap and hold in the window and select
Discover Devices from the pop-up menu.
8. BTExplorer searches for Bluetooth devices in the area.
Figure 64 Discover Devices Dialog Box
The discovered devices display in the Select Remote Device window.
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Figure 65 Select Remote Device Window
9. Select a device from the list and tap Next. The MC55X searches for services on the selected Bluetooth device.
Figure 66 Device Services
NOTE: If the MC55X discovers a service but the service is not supported, the service icon is grayed-out.
10. Select a service from the list and press Next. The Connection Favorite Options window appears.
Figure 67 Connection Favorite Options Window
11. In the Favorite Name text box, enter a name for this service that will appear in the Favorite window.
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12. Tap Next. The Connection Summary window appears.
13. Tap Connect to add the service to the Favorite window and connect to the service.
Figure 68 Favorites Window
Available Services
NOTE: Some devices might not require a PIN. This depends upon the device’s authentication.
See the following sections for information on these services.
File Transfer Services
NOTE: Shared folders are a security risk.
To transfer files between the MC55X and another Bluetooth enabled device:
1. Ensure that OBEX File Transfer profile is enabled on the MC55X. See Profiles on page 91 for more
information.
NOTE: If favorite connections have already been created, the Favorites screen displays. If no favorite
connections have been created, the New Connection Wizard screen displays.
2. Use the Connection Wizard to search for a Bluetooth device.
3. Select the device and tap Next. The Select Remote Service window appears.
4. Select File Transfer and tap Next. The Connection Favorite Options window appears.
5. Tap Next. The Connection Summary window appears.
6. Tap Connect. The remote device’s accessible folders appear.
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Figure 69 File Transfer Window
7. Double-tap the file to copy. The Save Remote File window appears.
Figure 70 Save Remote File Window
8. Tap and hold on the file. A pop-up menu appears.
9. Select the action to perform:
• New - create a new file or folder on the remote device
• Delete - delete the selected file on the remote device.
• Get File - copy the file from the remote device to the MC55X.
• Put File - copy a file from the MC55X to the remote device.
Creating a New File or Folder
To create a new folder or file on the remote device:
1. Tap and hold on the screen and select New > Folder or New > File. The Create New Folder or Create New
File window appears.
2. Enter the name for the new folder or file.
3. Tap OK to create the new folder or file on the remote device.
Deleting a File
To delete a file from the remote device:
1. Tap and hold on the file to delete and select Delete.
2. In the Delete Remote Device File dialog box tap Yes.
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Getting a File
To copy a file from a remote device:
1. Double-tap or tap and hold on the file and select Get. The Save Remote File window appears.
2. Navigate to the directory to save the file.
3. Tap Save. The file is transferred from the remote device to the MC55X.
Copying a File
To copy a file to a remote device:
1. Tap Action > Put. The Send Local File
2. Navigate to the directory to save the file and select a file.
3. Tap Open. The file copies from the MC55X to the remote device.
window appears.
Connecting to the Internet Using an Access Point
This section explains how to access a Bluetooth-enabled LAN access point (AP) for a network connection. Use
Internet Explorer to connect to a server.
1. Ensure the MC55X is discoverable and connectable. See Device Info on page 84.
2. Ensure that the Personal Area Networking profile is enabled on the MC55X. See Profiles on page 91 for
more information.
3. Use the Connection Wizard to search for a Bluetooth AP.
NOTE: If favorite connections have already been created, the Favorites screen displays. If no favorite
connections have been created, the New Connection Wizard screen displays.
4. Select the Personal Area Network or Network Access service and select Connect from the pop-up menu.
The MC55X connects with the access point.
5. Tap
6. In the address field, enter an internet address and tap the Enter button. The web page loads.
>
Internet Explorer. The Internet Explorer window appears
.
NOTE: Network Access profile is not supported.
Headset Services
To connect to a Bluetooth headset:
NOTE: Newer Bluetooth headsets are device dependent and remember the last device they connected to. If
problems occur while connecting to the headset, place the headset in discovery mode. Refer to the headset user
manual for more information.
1. Ensure the MC55X is connectable (required when automatic re-connect is initiated). See Device Info on page
84.
2. Ensure that the Headset profile is enabled on the MC55X. See Profiles on page 91 for more information.
3. Use the Connection Wizard to search for a Bluetooth headset.
4. Select the device and tap Next.
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5. Select the Headset service name and select Connect. The MC55X connects to the headset. Refer to the
headset user manual for instructions on communicating with a Bluetooth device.
NOTE: When using a Bluetooth headset with Headset Services, the user cannot accept or end a call from the
headset. The user must accept or end a call on the MC55X.
6. Press the communication button on the headset. This routes system audio to the headset.
7. When a call is received on the MC55X, tap the Accept button to answer the call.
8. Press the communication button on the headset to route the audio back to the MC55X.
Serial Port Services
Use the wireless Bluetooth serial port connection as a physical serial cable connection. Configure the application
that will use the connection to the correct serial port.
To establish a serial port connection:
1. Use the Connection Wizard to search for a Bluetooth serial device.
2. Select the device and tap Next. The Connection Favorite Options window appears.
3. In the Local COM Port: drop-down list select a COM port.
4. Tap Finish.
ActiveSync Using Serial Port Services
NOTE: By default, COM ports COM5, COM9, COM11, COM21, COM22 and COM23 are Bluetooth virtual
ports. If an application opens one of these ports, the Bluetooth driver activates and guides the user through a
Bluetooth connection.
Use the wireless Bluetooth serial port connection for ActiveSync just as a physical serial cable connection.
Configure the application that will use the connection to the correct serial port.
Figure 71 ActiveSync Connection Settings Window on PC
To establish an ActiveSync connection:
NOTE: When creating an ActiveSync connection, only use StoneStreet One Bluetooth Explorer in Wizard mode.
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1. Use the Connection Wizard to search for a Bluetooth device, such as a computer. In the drop-down list select
ActiveSync via Bluetooth.
2. Select the device and tap Next. The Connection Favorite Options window appears.
3. Tap Connect. The Remote Service Connection window appears.
Figure 72 Remote Service Connection Window
4. In the Service Type drop-down list, select Active Sync.
5. Tap OK. The MC55X connects the PC and an ActiveSync session begins.
6. Tap Finish. The Connection Favorite Options window appears.
7. To end the session, tap the ActiveSync icon in the Favorite window and select Disconnect from the pop-up
window.
Personal Area Network Services
NOTE: This profile supports Ad-hoc and PAN User. Network Access Profile is not supported.
Connect two or more Bluetooth devices to share files, collaborate, or play multi-player games. To establish a
Personal Area Network connection:
1. Ensure that the Personal Area Networking profile is enabled on the MC55X. See Profiles on page 91 for
more information.
2. Use the Connection Wizard to search for a Bluetooth device.
3. Select the device and tap Next. The Connection Favorite Options window appears.
4. Tap Next. The Connection Summary window appears.
5. Tap Connect. The MC55X connects to the Bluetooth device.
A2DP/AVRCP Services
A2DP/AVRCP is used to connect to a high-quality stereo headset:
1. Ensure the MC55X is connectable (required when automatic re-connect is initiated). See Device Info on page
84.
2. Ensure that the remote Bluetooth device is in discoverable mode. See the devices user manual for
instructions.
3. Ensure that the A2DP/AVRCP profile is enabled on the MC55X. See Profiles on page 91 for more information.
4. Tap Menu > New Connection.
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5. Select Connect to High-Quality Audio from the drop-down list.
6. Tap Next.
7. Select the device and tap Next.
8. Enter the PIN Code for the remote device and then tap OK. The Connection Favorite Options window
appears.
9. Tap Next.
10. Tap Connect. The MC55X connects to the high-quality audio headset.
For stereo headsets that can use hands-free services, connect to the hands-free service after connecting to the
A2DP service:
1. Tap Menu > New Connection.
2. Select Connect to Headset from the drop-down list.
3. Tap Next.
4. Select the stereo headset and tap Next.
5. Select the Hands-Free unit service and then tap Next.
6. Tap Next.
7. Tap Connect.
Connect to a HID Device
The MC55X can connect to an Human Interface Device (HID) device such as a Bluetooth keyboard:
1. Ensure the MC55X is connectable (required when automatic re-connect is initiated). See Device Info on page
84.
2. Ensure that the remote Bluetooth device is in discoverable mode. See the device user manual for instructions.
3. Ensure that the HID Client profile is enabled on the MC55X. See Profiles on page 91 for more information.
4. Tap Menu > New Connection.
5. Select Explore Services on Remote Device from the drop-down list.
6. Tap Next.
7. Select the device and tap Next.
8. Select the service and tap Next.
9. The Connection Favorite Options window appears.
10. Tap Next.
11. Tap Connect. The MC55X connects to the HID device.
Pairing with Discovered Device(s)
A pair is a relationship created between the MC55X and another Bluetooth device in order to exchange information
in a secure manner. Creating a pair involves entering the same PIN on both devices. After creating a pair and
turning on the Bluetooth radios, the devices recognize the pair and can exchange information without re-entering a
PIN.
To pair with a discovered Bluetooth device:
NOTE: If favorite connections have already been created, the Favorites screen displays. If no favorite
connections have been created, the New Connection Wizard screen displays.
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1. Tap > Settings > Connections > Bluetooth. The BTExplorer window appears.
2. Tap Menu > New Connection. The New Connection Wizard window appears.
3. In the drop-down list, select Pair with Remote Device.
4. Tap Next. The Select Remote Device window appears.
NOTE: Devices discovered previously are listed to save time. To start a new device discovery, tap and hold on the
list area and select Discover Devices from the pop-up menu.
Figure 73 Select Remote Device Window
5. Select a device from the list and tap Next. The PIN Code Request window appears.
Figure 74 PIN Request Window
6. In the PIN Code field, enter the PIN code.
7. Tap OK. The Pairing Status window displays.
8. Tap Finish. The devices are successfully paired. The device name moves to the Trusted Devices window.
Deleting a Paired Device
To delete a device no longer needed:
1. Tap the Bluetooth icon and select Show BTExplorer. The BTExplorer window appears.
2. Tap Menu > Trusted Devices. The Trusted Devices window appears.
3. Tap and hold on the device select Delete Link Key in the pop-up menu.
4. A confirmation dialog appears. Tap Yes.
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Accepting a Pairing
When a remote device wants to pair with the MC55X, enter a PIN when requested to grant permission.
1. Ensure that the MC55X is set to discoverable and connectable. See Bluetooth Settings on page 84. When
prompted to bond with the remote device the PIN Code Request window appears.
Figure 75 PIN Code Request Window
2. In the PIN Code:
between 1 and 16 characters.
3. In the Device Name: text box, edit the name of the device requesting the bond, if desired.
4. Tap OK to create the bond. The MC55X can now exchange information with the other device.
text box, enter the same PIN entered on the device requesting the bond. The PIN must be
Bluetooth Settings
Use the BTExplorer Settings window to configure the operation of the BTExplorer application. Tap Menu
Settings.
Device Info
Use Device Info to configure the MC55X’s Bluetooth connection modes.
Table 10 Device Info Data
Item Description
Device Name Displays the name of the MC55X.
Discoverable Mode Select whether or not the MC55X is discoverable by other Bluetooth devices.
Connectable Mode Select whether or not the MC55X is connectable by other Bluetooth devices.
>
Services
NOTE: Ensure that the MC55X is discoverable and connectable when remote devices use MC55X services.
Use Services to add or delete Bluetooth services.
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Figure 76 BTExplorer Settings - Services
To add a service:
1. Tap Add.
Figure 77 Add Local Service Window
Bluetooth
2. In the list, select a service to add.
3. Tap OK. The Edit Local Service window displays for the selected service.
4. Select the appropriate information and then tap OK. See the following sections for information on the available
services.
File Transfer Service
File transfer allows other Bluetooth devices to browse files.
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Figure 78 BTExplorer Settings - File Transfer Information
Table 11 File Transfer Information Data
Item Description
Service Name Displays the name of the service.
Service Security Select the type of security from the drop-down list. Options are None,
Authenticate, or Authenticate/Encrypt.
Root Directory Select the directory that other Bluetooth devices can access.
File Permissions Select the file permissions for the selected directory . Check the appropriate box
to grant read access, write access, and delete access.
Hands-Free Audio Gateway Service
Hands-Free Service Audio Gateway allows connection to hands-free devices.
Table 12 Hands-Free Audio Gateway Data
Item Description
Service Name Displays the name of the audio service.
Headset Audio Gateway Service
Headset Service Audio Gateway allows connection to headset devices.
Table 13 Headset Audio Gateway Data
Item Description
Service Name Displays the name of the audio service.
IrMC Synchronization Service
The IrMC Synchronization service used to synchronize PIM contacts between a remote device and the MC55X.
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Table 14 IrMC Synchronization Data
Item Description
Service Name Displays the name of the service.
Service Security Select the type of security from the drop-down list. Options are None, Authenticate,
or Authenticate/Encrypt.
Phonebook Select the Phonebook checkbox to allow synchronization with the MC55X’s
contacts.
Select Read, Write, Create and/or Delete to allow phonebook permissions.
Calendar Select the Calendar checkbox to allow synchronization with the MC55X’s calendar.
Select Read, Write, Create and/or Delete to allow calendar permissions.
OBEX Object Exchange Service
OBEX Object Exchange allows other Bluetooth devices to push contacts, business cards, pictures, appointments,
and tasks to the MC55X.
Table 15 OBEX Exchange Information Data
Item Description
Service Name Displays the name of the service.
Service Security Select the type of security from the drop-down list. Options are
None, Authenticate, or Authenticate/Encrypt.
Business Card Select Contact entry.
Do not allow clients to push objects Disables clients from pushing objects to the MC55X.
Inbox Directory Select a directory where another Bluetooth device can store files.
Personal Area Networking Service
Personal Area Networking hosts a Personal Area Network which allows communication with other Bluetooth
devices.
Table 16 Personal Area Networking Data
Item Description
Service Name Displays the name of the service.
Service Security Select the type of security from the drop-down list. Options are None,
Authenticate, or Authenticate/Encrypt.
Support Group Ad-Hoc
Networking
Serial Port Service
Serial port allows other Bluetooth devices to access COM ports.
Select to enable Ad-Hoc networking.
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Table 17 Serial Port Services Data
Item Description
Service Name Displays the name of the service.
Service Security Select the type of security from the drop-down list. Options are None, Authenticate,
or Authenticate/Encrypt.
Local COM Port Select the COM port.
Local Baud Rate Select the communication baud rate.
Local Port Options Select the port option.
A2DP Service
Advanced Audio Distribution (A2DP) hosts connects from Bluetooth devices supporting high-quality stereo audio.
Table 18 Advanced Audio Distribution Data
Item Description
Service Name Displays the name of the audio service.
AVRCP Service
Audio Video Remote Control (AVRCP) hosts connections from Bluetooth devices supporting audio remote-control
functionality.
Table 19 Audio Video Remote Control Data
Item Description
Service Name Displays the name of the audio service.
Security
Security settings allows the user to set global security policies for Bluetooth. Note that these settings are only
active on local Services that are set to Authenticate or Authenticate/Encryption. The user can set authentication on
local Services under Services.
To adjust the security settings for an individual service, select Services first, then select the individual service, then
Properties.
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Figure 79 BTExplorer Settings - Security
NOTE: To use PIN Code, select Authenticate or Authenticate/Encrypt from the Service Security
drop-down list on each local service.
Table 20 Security Data
Bluetooth
Item Description
Use PIN Code (Incoming
Connection)
PIN Code Enter the PIN code.
Encrypt Link On All Outgoing
Connections
Select for automatic use of the PIN code entered in the PIN Code text
box. It is recommended not to use this automatic PIN code featur e. See
Security on page 60 for more information.
Select to enable or disable encryption on all outgoing connections to
other Bluetooth devices.
Discovery
Use Discovery to set and modify discovered devices.
Figure 80 BTExplorer Settings - Discovery
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Table 21 Discovery Data
Item Description
Inquiry Length Sets the amount of time the MC55X takes to disco ver Bluetooth devices
in the area.
Name Discovery Mode Select either Automatic or Manual to automatically attempt to discover
a Bluetooth device's name after finding the device.
Discovered Devices - Delete
Devices
Discovered Devices - Delete
Linked Keys
Deletes all discovered devices and link keys from memory.
Removes all pairing from remote Bluetooth devices, and makes them all
un-trusted.
Virtual COM Port
Virtual COM Port defines which COM ports BTExplorer attempts to use for virtual COM ports. Check the
appropriate checkbox to use the port as a virtual COM port. When finished, choose Apply to enforce changes, or
Revert to restore the original settings.
Table 22 Virtual COM Port Data
Item Description
COM5:Bluetooth Enable or disable COM Port 5.
COM9:Bluetooth Enable or disable COM Port 9.
COM11:Bluetooth Enable or disable COM Port 11.
COM21:Bluetooth Enable or disable COM Port 21.
COM22:Bluetooth Enable or disable COM Port 22.
COM23:Bluetooth Enable or disable COM Port 23.
HID
Use HID to select The Human Interface Device Profile programming interface that defines the protocols and
procedures to be used to implement HID capabilities.
Provides support for devices such as mice, joysticks, keyboards.
Table 23 HID Data
Item Description
Enable Key Repeat Enables key repeat functionality.
Delay To increase key repeat delay, drag the Delay slider to the right. To
decrease key repeat delay, drag the Delay slider to the left.
Rate To increase key repeat speed, drag th e Rate slider to the left. To
decrease key repeat speed, drag the Rate slider to the right.
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Profiles
Use Profile to load or remove Bluetooth services profiles. If a profile is not used, it can be removed to save
memory.
1. Tap a check box next to the profile to load (activate).
The Serial Port profile is always active and cannot be removed.
2. Tap Select All to select all profiles or tap Deselect All to deselect all profiles.
3. Tap Apply to activate the profiles and then Close to exit the application.
System Parameters
Use System Parameters to set device connection settings.
Table 24 System Parameters Data
Item Description
Page Timeout Sets the amount of time the MC55X searches for a device before moving
on the next device.
Link Supervision Timeout Sets the amount of time that the MC55X will wait for a device to come
back into range after it has gone out of r ange. If the device does not come
back into range by the set time, the MC55X drops the connection.
Miscellaneous
Use Miscellaneous to set color and types to better view active connections.
Table 25 Miscellaneous Data
Item Description
Highlight Connections Select the connection type to highlight when connected. In the Wizard
Mode, the only options are Favorites or None. In the Explorer Mode the
options are None, Tree View Only, List View Only, or Tree and List
View.
Apply Text Style Select the text style to apply to the connection text.
Apply Text Color Select the text color to apply to the connection text.
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Settings
This chapter provides information for customizing the MC55X.
Settings Folder
Table 26 lists setting applications pre-installed on the MC55X. Tap > Settings to open the Settings tab.
Table 26 Setting Applications
Icon Description Icon Description
Clock & Alarms - Set the device clock to
the date and time of the current location.
Alarms can also be set at specified days
and times of a week.
Home - Customize the appearance of the
Home screen and the information to
display on it.
Connections Folder - Contains
connection setting applications.
Personal Folder - Contains personal
setting applications.
Connections Folder
Beam - Set the MC55X to receive
incoming IrDA beams.
Bluetooth - Turn on Bluetooth, set the
MC55X to visible mode and scan for other
Bluetooth devices in the area.
Lock - Set a password for the MC55X.
Sounds & Notifications - Enable sounds
for events, notifications, and more, and set
the type of notification for different events.
System Folder - Contains system setting
applications.
Connections - Set up one or more types
of modem connections for the device,
such as phone dial-up, cellular, Bluetooth,
and more, so that the MC55X can connect
to the Internet or a private local network.
Domain Enroll - Make the device an AD
domain member for device management
and security.
Wi-Fi - Setup wireless network connection
and customize settings.
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Table 26 Setting Applications (Continued)
Icon Description Icon Description
Wireless Manager - Enables or disables
the MC55X’s wireless radios and
customizes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Phone
settings.
Personal Folder
Buttons - Assign a program to a button. Owner Information - Enter personal
information on the MC55X.
System Folder
About - View basic information such as
the Windows Embedded handheld version
and type of processor used on the
MC55X.
Backlight - Set backlight settings. Refer to
Backlight Settings on page 95.
Error Reporting - Enable or disable the
Microsoft’s error reporting function.
IST Settings - Set the appropriate setting
for configuring the MC55X’s Interactive
Sensor Technology. Refer to IST Settings
on page 97.
Keylight - Set the keypad backlight
time-out. Refer to Keypad Backlight
Settings on page 95.
Regional Settings - Set the regional
configuration to use, including the format
for displaying numbers, currency, date,
and time on the MC55X.
Certificates - See information about
certificates installed on the MC55X.
DataWedge - Enable data capture using
the camera or imager.
Encryption - Allow files on a storage card
to be encrypted. Encrypted files are
readable only on the device.
Managed Programs - Displays the
programs that were installed on the
MC55X using Mobile Device Manager.
Memory - Check the device memory
allocation status and memory card
information and stop currently running
programs.
Power - Check battery power and set the
time-out for turning off the display to
conserve battery power. Refer to Power
Settings on page 94.
Remove Programs - Remove programs
that were installed on the MC55X.
Screen - Change the screen orientation,
re-calibrate the screen, and change the
screen text size.
USBConfig - Configure the MC55X USB
port. Refer to USB Configuration on page
95.
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System Info - Obtain system information.
Task Manager - Stop running programs.
UI Settings - Set Start screen layout and
IE zoom feature. Refer to UI Settings on
page 96.
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Locking the MC55X
Use the Password window to set a password to disable unauthorized access to the MC55X.
NOTE: If the device is configured to connect to a network, use a strong (difficult to figure out) password to help
protect network security. Password cracking tools continue to improve and the computers used to crack
passwords are more powerful than ever.
If the user enters an incorrect password eight times, the user is requested to enter a code before trying again.
If the user forgets the password, contact the system administrator.
Settings
1. Tap
Figure 81 Password Window
2. Select Prompt if device unused for
3. From the drop-down list, select a time value for the protection to take affect after non-use.
4. From the Password type: drop-down list, select either Simple PIN
5. For a simple password, enter a four-digit password in the Password field.
For a stronger password:
>
Settings
>
Lock.
check box to enable password protection.
or Strong alphanumeric.
a. Enter a seven character password in the Password: field. A strong password must contain at least seven
characters and contain at least three of the following: uppercase and lowercase letters, numerals, and
punctuation.
b. Re-enter the password in the Confirm: field.
6. Tap OK.
7. Tap OK.
Power Settings
To set the MC55X to turn off after a short period of non-use:
1. Tap > Setting > System > Power.
2. Tap the Advanced tab.
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3. Select the On battery power: Turn off device if not used for check box and select a value from the
drop-down list.
4. Select OK.
Backlight Settings
To change the backlight settings:
1. Tap > Settings > System > Backlight > Battery Power tab.
2. Select the Disable backlight if device is not used for check box and select a value from the drop-down list.
3. Select the Brightness tab.
4. Tap the Backlight Auto Mode check box to disable auto mode.
5. Tap the Disable backlight check box to turn off the display backlight, or use the slider to set a low value for
the backlight.
6. Tap the Persist ‘Disable backlight’ setting over reset check box to enable the settings to persist after a
reset.
7. Tap OK.
Settings
Keypad Backlight Settings
To change the keypad backlight settings:
1. Tap > Settings > System > Keylight > Battery Power tab.
2. Select the Disable keylight if device if not used for check box and select a value from the drop-down list.
3. Select the Advanced tab.
4. Tap the Keylight Auto Mode check box to disable auto mode.
5. Tap the Disable keylight check box to turn off the keypad backlight.
6. Tap the Persist ‘Disable keylight’ setting over reset check box to enable the settings to persist after a reset.
7. Tap OK.
USB Configuration
The MC55X can be placed into any of the following USB modes:
• USB Client - Sets the MC55X to USB Client mode.
• USB Host - Sets the MC55X to USB Host mode.
• USB On-the-Go - Sets the MC55X to automatically determine necessary mode (default).
To place the MC55X into one of these modes:
1. Tap > Settings > System > USBConfig.
2. Select one of the USB radio buttons.
3. Tap OK.
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UI Settings
Use the UI Settings application to change the grid view in the Start screen and to control Zooming in Internet
Explorer.
Start Screen Settings
To change the grid view of the Start screen:
1. Tap Start> Settings > System > UI Settings.
2. Tap the Start Screen Settings tab.
Figure 82 Start Screen Settings Tab
Settings
3. Select the number of columns.
4. Tap OK.
NOTE: Tap Reset to return to the default 3 Column setting.
5. Tap OK.
6. Preform a warm boot.
IE Zoom Mapping
When Internet Explorer opens, the volume keys on the side of the MC55X are used to zoom in and out. To disable
IE Zoom Mapping:
1. Tap > Settings > > System > UI Settings.
2. Tap the IE Zoom Mapping tab.
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Figure 83 IE Zoom Mapping Tab
Integrated Sensor Technology
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All Rights Reserved.
3. Select Off.
4. Tap OK.
5. Tap OK to turn off mapping.
Settings
IST Settings
IST Control Panel Applet is an applet which needs to configure all the system wide actions based on IST sensor
events and data. It provides a means to view version information of all the components used in the sensor system,
change Display settings, to configure power management activity, Events notification and Sensors view. Also it
provides facility to visualize sensor data in different ways and configurations required for sensors such as setting
sensor threshold values, sensor calibration and etc.
Info Tab
Use the IST Info tab to view IST software version information.
Figure 84 IST Info Tab
Display Tab
Use the Display tab configure display interaction settings.
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Settings
Figure 85 Display Tab
The Auto Orientation parameter controls the display rotation according to the MC55X orientation. Select the Auto
Orientation checkbox to enable this feature. Auto orientation is disabled by default. To manually set the screen
orientation, tap the Manual Setting button.
Power Management Tab
Use the Power Management tab to configure power management settings.
Figure 86 Power Management Tab
On Face Down
The On Face Down section provides configurable options to control what happens when the MC667 is placed with
the display face down.
Select the Display Off checkbox to turn off the backlight when the MC55X is placed face-down. The backlight
automatically powers on when the MC55X is tuned face-up.
Select the Suspend checkbox to suspend the MC55X when it placed face-down. To wake the MC55X use the
controls listed in the Wake Up on Motion section below.
Keep Alive On Motion
Select the Enabled checkbox to prevent the MC55X from going into suspend mode while it is in motion. The
motion sensitivity is configurable. To set the sensitivity, tap the Change Sensitivity button.
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NOTE: There is no time out defined for suspend due to IST inactivity. To aggressively manage power, while
there is no motion, set the MC55X suspend time out to a very short time using system power settings. This
setting suspends the MC55X when there is no motion activity or any other activity within this set time out.
Setting Sensitivity
Use the slider to set the sensitivity. A low setting indicates that a harder shake (faster movement) is required for the
IST to initiate a wake up action. The sensitivity can be set from “0” to “10” and when the sensitivity is set to lower
values a simple shake/motion can be detected by IST. A high setting allows IST to issue a wake up action when an
easier movement to the MC55X is detected. Shake the MC55X to test the set sensitivity. An audio sound is heard
and a message is displayed on screen when the shaking level reaches the set sensitivity level.
Figure 87 Set IST Sensitivity Window
Events Tab
Use the Event tab to enable or disable free fall sound and facilitates to set the free fall sound file as desired.
Figure 88 Event Window
Use the Audible Notification panel to enable playing of a wave file when the MC55X is dropped. Select a
desired .wav file from the Sounds: drop-down list.
Sensors Tab
The Sensor tab displays all the sensors available in the MC55X:
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• Orientation - displays the orientation of the MC55X in pictorial and graphical views.
• Motion - detects High G or Free Fall of the device. Value 0 is no motion detected. When a Free Fall is
detected sensor Visualize window will play a wave with highest amplitude.
• Acceleration - displays device acceleration along the X, Y and Z axis.
• Tilt Angle - Provide angular rotation with respect to the horizontal plane.
• eCompass - displays the device’s rotation with respect to the earth’s magnetic north.
Tap a sensor icon to display the sensor information screen. Sensor data can be viewed in Graphical or Visual
mode. Sensor Calibration is provided in Settings button if supported.
Figure 89 Sensors Tab
The following sensor information displays for each sensor.
• Sensor Name
• Sensor ID
• Range
• Unit
• Scale
• Connectivity
• Device status.
The Setting button shows if the selected sensor has any parameter that is user configurable including calibration
(if supported). This screen is specific to a particular sensor.
Tap Visualize to display sensor in a pictorial view.
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