MC75A
ENTERPRISE DIGITAL
ASSISTANT
INTEGRATOR GUIDE
MC75A
ENTERPRISE DIGITAL ASSISTANT
USER GUIDE
72E-133624-03
Rev. A
April 2015
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Revision History
Changes to the original guide are listed below:
Change Date Description
-01 Rev. A 03/12/10 Initial release.
-02 Rev. A 05/2011 Add MC75A HF RFID support.
-03 Rev. A 04/2015 Zebra rebranding.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Revision History.............................................................................................................................. iii
About This Guide
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... xiii
Documentation Set ................................................................................................................... xiii
Configurations................................................................................................................................. xiv
Software Versions..................................................................................................................... xiv
Chapter Descriptions ...................................................................................................................... xvi
Notational Conventions................................................................................................................... xvii
Related Documents and Software .................................................................................................. xvii
Service Information......................................................................................................................... xviii
Chapter 1: Getting Started
Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Unpacking the MC75A ................................................................................................................... 1-1
Getting Started ............................................................................................................................... 1-1
Installing the Main Battery ........................................................................................................ 1-2
Charging the Battery ................................................................................................................ 1-3
Charging the Main Battery and Memory Backup Battery ................................................... 1-3
Charging Spare Batteries ................................................................................................... 1-4
Charging Temperature ....................................................................................................... 1-4
Powering On the MC75A ......................................................................................................... 1-4
Calibrating the Screen ............................................................................................................. 1-5
Checking Battery Status .......................................................................................................... 1-5
Resetting the MC75A ..................................................................................................................... 1-5
Performing a Warm Boot ......................................................................................................... 1-5
Performing a Cold Boot ............................................................................................................ 1-5
Performing a Clean Boot .......................................................................................................... 1-6
Waking the MC75A ........................................................................................................................ 1-6
Micro Secure Digital (microSD) Card ............................................................................................. 1-7
Replacing the Main Battery ............................................................................................................ 1-8
Installing SAM Cards in MC75A6 HF RFID ................................................................................... 1-10
Removal ................................................................................................................................... 1-11
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Chapter 2: Accessories
Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 2-1
Single Slot USB/Serial Cradle ....................................................................................................... 2-4
Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 2-4
Charging the MC75A Battery ................................................................................................... 2-4
Charging the Spare Battery ..................................................................................................... 2-5
Battery Charging Indicators ..................................................................................................... 2-5
Charging Temperature ....................................................................................................... 2-6
Four Slot Ethernet Cradle .............................................................................................................. 2-7
Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 2-7
Daisychaining Ethernet Cradles ............................................................................................... 2-7
Bandwidth Considerations when Daisychaining ................................................................ 2-8
Ethernet Cradle Drivers ........................................................................................................... 2-8
Charging and Communication ................................................................................................. 2-10
LED Charging Indicators .......................................................................................................... 2-10
Charge LED ....................................................................................................................... 2-10
Speed LED ......................................................................................................................... 2-11
Link LED ............................................................................................................................ 2-11
Charging Temperature ....................................................................................................... 2-11
Four Slot Charge Only Cradle ....................................................................................................... 2-12
Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 2-12
Charging Temperature ....................................................................................................... 2-12
Wall Mount Bracket ........................................................................................................................ 2-13
VCD7X00 Vehicle Cradle .............................................................................................................. 2-15
Requirements ........................................................................................................................... 2-15
Connector Ports ....................................................................................................................... 2-15
Connector Pin-Outs ........................................................................................................... 2-16
Mounting the Cradle ................................................................................................................. 2-16
Power Connection .................................................................................................................... 2-17
Serial Device Connection ......................................................................................................... 2-19
Charging the MC75A Battery ................................................................................................... 2-19
Removing the MC75A ........................................................................................................ 2-20
Charging the Spare Battery ..................................................................................................... 2-20
Battery Charging Indicators ..................................................................................................... 2-21
Charging Temperature ....................................................................................................... 2-22
Four Slot Battery Charger .............................................................................................................. 2-23
Battery Shim Installation .......................................................................................................... 2-23
Spare Battery Charging ........................................................................................................... 2-23
Battery Charging Indicators ..................................................................................................... 2-24
Charging Temperature ....................................................................................................... 2-24
Cables ............................................................................................................................................ 2-25
Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 2-25
Battery Charging ...................................................................................................................... 2-26
LED Charge Indications ........................................................................................................... 2-26
Charging Temperature ....................................................................................................... 2-26
Communication Setup .............................................................................................................. 2-26
Chapter 3: ActiveSync
Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 3-1
Installing ActiveSync ...................................................................................................................... 3-1
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Mobile Computer Setup ................................................................................................................. 3-2
Setting Up an ActiveSync Connection on the Host Computer ....................................................... 3-2
Synchronization with a Windows Mobile 6 Device ................................................................... 3-3
Chapter 4: Application Deployment for Mobile 6
Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 4-1
Security .......................................................................................................................................... 4-1
Application Security ................................................................................................................. 4-1
Digital Signatures ..................................................................................................................... 4-1
Locking Down a Mobile Computer ..................................................................................... 4-2
Installing Certificates .......................................................................................................... 4-3
Device Management Security .................................................................................................. 4-3
Remote API Security ................................................................................................................ 4-3
Packaging ...................................................................................................................................... 4-4
Deployment .................................................................................................................................... 4-4
Installation Using ActiveSync ................................................................................................... 4-4
Installation Using Storage Card ............................................................................................... 4-4
Installation Using AirBEAM ...................................................................................................... 4-5
MSP 3.X ................................................................................................................................... 4-5
Image Update .......................................................................................................................... 4-5
Creating a Splash Screen ........................................................................................................ 4-6
XML Provisioning ........................................................................................................................... 4-6
Creating an XML Provisioning File ........................................................................................... 4-7
XML Provisioning vs. RegMerge and Copy File ...................................................................... 4-7
RegMerge .......................................................................................................................... 4-7
CopyFiles ........................................................................................................................... 4-8
Storage .......................................................................................................................................... 4-8
Random Access Memory ......................................................................................................... 4-9
Volatile File Storage (Cache Disk) ..................................................................................... 4-9
Persistent Storage ................................................................................................................... 4-9
Application Folder .................................................................................................................... 4-9
System Configuration Manager ..................................................................................................... 4-9
File Types ................................................................................................................................ 4-10
User Interface .......................................................................................................................... 4-10
Menu Functions .................................................................................................................. 4-10
Parameter State Indicators ................................................................................................ 4-11
Window Status Bar ............................................................................................................. 4-11
File Deployment ....................................................................................................................... 4-12
Enterprise Mobility Developer Kits ................................................................................................. 4-12
Chapter 5: MC75A6 - GSM Configuration
Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 5-1
Quick Startup Steps ....................................................................................................................... 5-1
MC75A6 Service Verification ......................................................................................................... 5-3
Ensuring Network Coverage .................................................................................................... 5-3
Configuring a Data Connection ................................................................................................ 5-4
Establishing a Data Connection ............................................................................................... 5-5
Ending a Data Connection ....................................................................................................... 5-7
MC75A6 Settings ........................................................................................................................... 5-8
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Phone ....................................................................................................................................... 5-8
Sounds ............................................................................................................................... 5-8
Security .............................................................................................................................. 5-9
Services ................................................................................................................................... 5-10
Call Barring (Call Blocking) ................................................................................................ 5-10
Caller ID ............................................................................................................................. 5-11
Call Forwarding .................................................................................................................. 5-11
Call Waiting ........................................................................................................................ 5-12
Voice Mail and Text Messages .......................................................................................... 5-12
Fixed Dialing ...................................................................................................................... 5-13
Network .................................................................................................................................... 5-13
Changing Networks Manually ............................................................................................ 5-14
Viewing Available Networks ............................................................................................... 5-14
Setting Preferred Networks ................................................................................................ 5-15
Phone Info ................................................................................................................................ 5-16
Network Time Synchronization ...................................................................................................... 5-17
Enhanced Operator Name String .................................................................................................. 5-17
Service Provider Name Display ..................................................................................................... 5-17
Chapter 6: MC75A8 - CDMA Configuration
Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 6-1
Quick Startup Steps ....................................................................................................................... 6-1
CDMA Phone Activation ................................................................................................................ 6-2
Verizon Wireless Activation ..................................................................................................... 6-2
Sprint Activation ....................................................................................................................... 6-3
Automatic Activation .......................................................................................................... 6-3
Manual Activation ............................................................................................................... 6-4
Activation Test ......................................................................................................................... 6-6
Establishing a Data Connection ..................................................................................................... 6-7
CDMA Settings .............................................................................................................................. 6-8
Phone ....................................................................................................................................... 6-8
Location Settings ..................................................................................................................... 6-9
Data Settings ........................................................................................................................... 6-9
Verizon Wireless Data Settings ......................................................................................... 6-9
System Settings ....................................................................................................................... 6-10
Verizon System .................................................................................................................. 6-10
Version Information .................................................................................................................. 6-11
Services ................................................................................................................................... 6-11
Call Barring (Call Blocking) ................................................................................................ 6-11
Caller ID ............................................................................................................................. 6-11
Call Forwarding .................................................................................................................. 6-12
Call Waiting ........................................................................................................................ 6-12
Voice Mail and Short Message Service (SMS) .................................................................. 6-12
Network Time Synchronization ...................................................................................................... 6-12
Chapter 7: Interactive Sensor Technology Configuration
Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 7-1
IST Menu ................................................................................................................................. 7-1
General Tab ............................................................................................................................. 7-2
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Power Management Tab .......................................................................................................... 7-3
Keep Alive On Motion ........................................................................................................ 7-3
On Face Down ................................................................................................................... 7-3
Wake Up on Motion ............................................................................................................ 7-3
Setting Sensitivity ............................................................................................................... 7-3
Display Tab .............................................................................................................................. 7-4
Event Log Tab .......................................................................................................................... 7-4
Motion Event Details .......................................................................................................... 7-5
Chapter 8: Wireless Applications
Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 8-1
Signal Strength Icon ....................................................................................................................... 8-2
Turning the WLAN Radio On and Off ............................................................................................ 8-4
Chapter 9: Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 9-1
Maintaining the MC75A .................................................................................................................. 9-1
Removing the Screen Protector ..................................................................................................... 9-2
Battery Safety Guidelines .............................................................................................................. 9-2
Cleaning ......................................................................................................................................... 9-3
Materials Required ................................................................................................................... 9-3
Cleaning the MC75A ................................................................................................................ 9-4
Housing .............................................................................................................................. 9-4
Display ............................................................................................................................... 9-4
Scanner Exit Window ......................................................................................................... 9-4
Connector ........................................................................................................................... 9-4
Cleaning Cradle Connectors .................................................................................................... 9-4
Cleaning Frequency ................................................................................................................. 9-5
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................. 9-6
MC75A ..................................................................................................................................... 9-6
Bluetooth Connection ............................................................................................................... 9-8
Single Slot USB/Serial Cradle .................................................................................................. 9-9
Four Slot Ethernet Cradle ........................................................................................................ 9-10
Vehicle Cradle .......................................................................................................................... 9-10
Four Slot Spare Battery Charger ............................................................................................. 9-11
Cables ...................................................................................................................................... 9-11
Magnetic Stripe Reader ........................................................................................................... 9-12
Appendix A: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications ................................................................................................................ A-1
MC75A ........................................................................................................................................... A-1
MC75A COM Port Definitions .................................................................................................. A-5
MC75A Pin-Outs ...................................................................................................................... A-5
MC75A Accessory Specifications .................................................................................................. A-6
Single Slot USB/Serial Cradle .................................................................................................. A-6
Four Slot Ethernet Cradle ........................................................................................................ A-7
Four Slot Charge Only Cradle .................................................................................................. A-7
Four Slot Battery Charger ........................................................................................................ A-8
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Magnetic Stripe Reader ........................................................................................................... A-8
Appendix B: Bluetooth Configuration
Glossary
Index
ABOUT THIS GUIDE
Introduction
This Integrator Guide provides information about using the MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant (EDA) and
accessories.
NOTE Screens and windows pictured in this guide are samples and can differ from actual screens.
Documentation Set
The documentation set for the MC75A provides information for specific user needs, and includes:
•
MC75A Quick Start Guide - describes how to get the MC75A EDA up and running.
•
MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide - describes how to use the MC75A EDA.
•
MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant Integrator Guide - describes how to set up the MC75A EDA and
accessories.
•
Microsoft® Windows Mobile 6.0 Applications User Guide - describes how to use Microsoft developed
applications.
•
Application Guide - describes how to use Zebra developed sample applications.
•
Enterprise Mobility Developer Kit (EMDK) Help File - provides API information for writing applications.
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Configurations
This guide covers the following configurations:
Configuration Radios Display Memory
MC75A0 WPAN: Bluetooth
WLAN: 802.11a/b/g
MC75A6 WPAN: Bluetooth
WLAN: 802.11a/b/g
WWAN: HSDPA
GPS: SiRF III
MC75A8 WPAN: Bluetooth
WLAN: 802.11a/b/g
WWAN: EVDO
GPS: SiRF III
MC75A6 HF
RFID
WPAN: Bluetooth
WLAN: 802.11a/b/g
WWAN: HSDPA
GPS: SiRF III
3.5” VGA
Color
3.5” VGA
Color
3.5” VGA
Color
3.5” VGA
Color
256 MB RAM/
1 GB Flash
256 MB RAM/
1 GB Flash
256 MB RAM/
1 GB Flash
256 MB RAM/
1 GB Flash
Data
Capture
1D laser
scanner,
2D imager
or camera
1D laser
scanner,
2D imager
or camera
1D laser
scanner,
2D imager
or camera
1D laser
scanner,
2D imager
or camera
Operating
System
Windows
Mobile 6.5
Classic
Windows
Mobile 6.5
Professional
Windows
Mobile 6.5
Professional
Windows
Mobile 6.5
Professional
Keypads
Numeric or
QWERTY
keypads
Numeric,
DSD,
QWERTY,
AZERTY or
QWERTZ
keypads
Numeric,
DSD,
QWERTY,
AZERTY or
QWERTZ
keypads
Numeric or
QWERTY
keypads
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
•
BTExplorer version
•
Fusion version
AKU Version
To determine the Adaptation Kit Update (AKU) version:
Ta p
Start > Settings > System folder > About icon > Version tab.
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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 18552.0.7.5 indicates that the device is running AKU version
0.7.5.
OEM Version
To determine the OEM software version:
Ta p
Start > Settings > System folder > System Info icon > System tab.
MC75A
BTExplorer Software
NOTE To view the BTExplorer version information, the StoneStreet One Bluetooth stack must be enabled. Refer to
the MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant Integrator Guide for more information.
To determine the BTExplorer software version:
Ta p Start >
BTExplorer icon > Show BTExplorer> Menu > About.
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Fusion Software
To determine the Fusion software version:
Ta p Start > Wireless Companion icon > Wireless Status icon >
Chapter Descriptions
Topics covered in this guide are as follows:
•
Chapter 1, Getting Started provides information on MC75A configurations and accessories, charging the
ery, and resetting.
batt
Versions.
•
Chapter 2, Accessories describes the accessories available for the MC75A and how to set up power
connections
•
Chapter 3, ActiveSync provides instructions on installing ActiveSync and setting up a partnership
be
tween the MC75 and a host computer.
•
Chapter 4, Application Deployment for Mobile 6 provides information for provisioning and deploying
applications to the MC75A.
•
Chapter 5, MC75A6 - GSM Configuration explains how to verify MC75A6 service on an Enhanced Data
rates for Global Evolution (EDGE) wireless network and establish settings.
•
Chapter 6, MC75A8 - CDMA Configuration explains how to configure MC75A8 service on an CDMA
wire
less network and establish settings.
and battery charging capabilities, where applicable.
•
Chapter 7, Interactive Sensor Technology Configuration describes how to configure interactive sensing
technology of the MC75A.
•
Chapter 8, Wireless Applications describes how to configure the wireless LAN connection.
•
Chapter 9, Maintenance and Troubleshooting includes instructions on cleaning and storing the MC75A,
nd provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during MC75A operation.
a
•
Appendix A, Technical Specifications includes tables listing the technical specifications for the MC75A
nd its accessories.
a
•
Appendix B, Bluetooth Configuration provides registry settings for configuring Bluetooth software.
Notational Conventions
The following conventions are used in this document:
•
“MC75A” refers to all configurations of the MC75AX mobile computer.
•
Italics are used to highlight the following:
• chapters and sections in this and related documents
• dialog box, window, and screen names
• drop-down list and list box names
• check box and radio button names
• icons on a screen.
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•
Bold text is used to highlight the following:
• 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 and Software
The following documents provide more information about the MC75A.
•
MC75A Quick Start Guide, p/n 72-127677-xx
•
MC75A Windows Mobile 6 Regulatory Guide, p/n 72-130201-xx
•
MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide, p/n 72E-133503-xx
•
Microsoft® Applications for Mobile and CE 6 User Guide, p/n 72E-108299-01-xx
•
Application Guide, p/n 72E-68901-xx
•
Enterprise Mobility Developer Kits (EMDKs), available at: http://www.zebra.com/support.
•
Latest ActiveSync software, available at: http://www.microsoft.com.
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For the latest version of this guide and all guides, go to: http://www.zebra.com/support.
Service Information
If you have a problem with your equipment, contact Zebra support for your region. Contact information is
available at: http://www.zebra.com/support
When contacting Zebra support, please have the following information available:
•
Serial number of the unit
•
Model number or product name
•
Software type and version number
Zebra responds to calls by email, telephone or fax within the time limits set forth in support agreements.
If your problem cannot be solved by Zebra Support, you may need to return your 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.
If you purchased your business product from a Zebra business partner, contact that business partner for
support.
.
CHAPTER 1 GETTING STARTED
Introduction
This chapter provides information about the MC75A, accessories, charging the MC75A, and resetting the
MC75A.
Unpacking the MC75A
Carefully remove all protective material from the MC75A and save the shipping container for later storage and
shipping. Verify that you received the following equipment:
•
MC75A
•
Lithium-ion battery
•
Battery cover/strap assembly
•
Tethered stylus
•
Regulatory Guide
•
Quick Start Guide.
Inspect the equipment. If any equipment is missing or damaged, contact the Zebra support immediately. See
Service Information on page xviii for contact information.
Getting Started
To start using the MC75A for the first time:
•
Install the main battery.
•
Charge the MC75A.
•
Power on the MC75A.
•
Configure the MC75A.
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Battery
Release Latch
Battery Cover
Battery Cover Latch
Handstrap Slot
Handstrap
Charge the main battery before or after it is installed. Use one of the spare battery chargers to charge the
battery (out of the MC75A), or one of the cradles to charge the battery installed in the MC75A.
Installing the Main Battery
NOTE The MC75A ships with either a 1950 mAh or a 3600 mAh battery. An optional 4800 mAh battery is
available.
To install the main battery.
1. Insert the battery, top first, into the battery compartment in the back of the MC75A.
NOTE Position the battery correctly, with the battery charging contacts on top of the charging contacts in the
battery compartment.
2. Press the battery down into the battery compartment until the battery release latch snaps into place.
Figure 1-1
3. With the battery cover latches open, insert the cover, bottom first, then press down on the top of the cover.
4. Close the battery cover latches on either side of the battery cover.
5. Insert the handstrap through the handstrap slot, then tighten and press down to secure.
Figure 1-2
Inserting the Battery
Inserting the Handstrap
The MC75A powers up after inserting the battery and replacing the battery cover.
Getting Started 1 - 3
Charging the Battery
CAUTION Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in Battery Safety Guidelines on page
9-2.
Charging the Main Battery and Memory Backup Battery
Before using the MC75A for the first time, charge the main battery until the amber Charging/Battery Status LED
remains lit (see Table 1-2 on page 1-4 for charge status indications). To charge the MC75A, use a cable or a
cradle with the appropriate power supply. For information about the accessories available for the MC75A, see
Chapter 2, Accessories.
The MC75A is equipped with a memory backup battery which automatically charges from the fully-charged
main battery. When using the MC75A for the first time, the backup battery requires approximately 36 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 MC75A's main battery is removed. When the MC75A reaches a very low battery state,
the combination of main battery and backup battery retains RAM data in memory for at least 48 hours.
To charge the main battery, use either a charging cable or a cradle. For cable and cradle setup and charging
procedures see Chapter 2, Accessories.
•
Single Slot USB/Serial Cradle
•
Four Slot Ethernet Cradle
•
Four Slot Charge Only Cradle
•
Vehicle Cradle.
To charge the main battery:
1. Connect the charging accessory to the appropriate power source.
2. Insert the MC75A into a cradle or attach to a cable. The MC75A begins charging. The Charging/Battery
Status LED blinks amber while charging, then turns solid amber when fully charged. See Table 1-2 for
charging indications.
Table 1-1 lists the charge times for each available battery:
Table 1-1
1950 mAh Changes in less than four hours.
3600 mAh Changes in less than eight hours.
4800 mAh Changes in less than ten hours.
Battery Charge Times
Battery Size Charge Time
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Radio Status LED
(MC75A6/8 only)
Scan/Decode
LED
Charging/Battery
Status LED
Figure 1-3
Table 1-2
Off MC75A is not charging.
Slow Blinking Amber
(1 blink every 2 seconds)
Solid Amber Charging complete.
Fast Blinking Amber
(2 blinks/second)
LED Indicators
LED Charge Indicators
Charging/Battery
Status LED
Indication
MC75A is not inserted correctly in the cradle or connected to a power source.
Charger/cradle is not powered.
MC75A is charging.
Note: When the battery is initially inserted in the MC75A, 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.
•
Charging has gone on too long without completion (typically eight
hours).
Charging Spare Batteries
See Chapter 2, 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 at temperatures above 35°C
(95°F), charging is intelligently controlled by the MC75A and the charging accessory in order to ensure safe
operation and optimize long-term battery life.
To accomplish this, for small periods of time, the MC75A or accessory alternately enables and disables battery
charging to keep the battery at acceptable temperatures. The MC75A or accessory indicates when charging is
disabled due to abnormal temperatures via its LED. See Table 1-2.
Powering On the MC75A
Press the Power button to turn on the MC75A. If the MC75A does not power on, perform a warm boot. See
Resetting the MC75A on page 1-5.
Getting Started 1 - 5
When turning the MC75A on for the first time, the splash screen displays for about five minutes as the MC75A
initializes its flash file system, then the calibration window appears. Note that these windows also appear upon
cold boot.
NOTE When the MC75A powers up after inserting a battery for the first time, the device boots and powers on
automatically.
Calibrating the Screen
NOTE The Calibration screen can be accessed by pressing Blue key - BKSP key or tapping Start > Settings >
Screen > Align Screen button.
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 back of the MC75A.
2. Tap the screen to begin.
3. Carefully press and briefly hold the tip of stylus on the center of each target that appears on the screen.
4. Repeat as the target moves around the screen.
Checking Battery Status
To check the charge status of the main battery or backup battery in the MC75A, tap Start > Settings > Power
icon to display the
To save battery power, tap the
Power window.
Resetting the MC75A
There are three reset functions, warm boot, cold boot and clean boot. A warm boot restarts the MC75A by
closing all running programs. A cold boot also restarts the MC75A, and also initializes some drivers. Data
saved in flash memory or a memory card is not lost. A clean boot resets the MC75A to factory defaults.
Perform a warm boot first. If the MC75A still does not respond, perform a cold boot.
Performing a Warm Boot
Hold down the Power button for approximately five seconds. As soon as the MC75A starts to perform a warm
boot release the
Performing a Cold Boot
To perform a cold boot:
Power button.
Advanced tab and set the MC75A to turn off after a specified number of minutes.
1. Simultaneously press the Power button and the 1 and 9 keys.
2. The MC75A initializes.
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Performing a Clean Boot
CAUTION A clean boot should only be performed by an authorized system administrator. You must connect the
MC75A to AC power during a clean boot.
Removing AC power from the MC75A during a clean boot may render the MC75A inoperable.
A clean boot resets the MC75A to the factory default settings. All data in the Application folder is retained. You
must download the Clean Boot Package file from the Support Central web site (http://www.zebra.com/support
and install on the MC75A.
To perform a clean boot:
1. Download the Clean Boot Package from the Support Central web site (http://www.zebra.com/support).
Follow the instructions included in the package for installing the package onto the MC75A.
2. Simultaneously press the Power button and the 1 and 9 keys.
3. Immediately, as soon as the device starts to boot and before the splash screen is visible, press and hold
the right scan button.
4. Insert the MC75A into a powered cradle.
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5. The MC75A updates and then re-boots.
6. Calibrate the screen.
Waking the MC75A
The wake-up conditions define what actions wake up the mobile computer after it has gone into suspend
mode. The mobile computer can go into suspend mode by either pressing the Power button or automatically by
Control Panel time-out settings. To set the wake up conditions tap Start > Setting > Power icon > Wakeup
tab.
Figure 1-4
Power Wakeup Tab
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These settings are configurable and the factory default settings are shown in Table 1-3 are subject to
change/update.
Table 1-3
AC power is applied to the MC75A. No Yes
The MC75A is inserted into a cradle. No Yes
The MC75A is removed from a cradle. No Yes
The MC75A is connected to a USB cable. Yes Yes
Mobile computer is disconnected from a USB device. No Yes
Mobile computer is connected from a USB Host device. No No
A key is pressed. No Yes
The scan button is pressed. No Yes
The screen is touched. No No
Audio Jack No No
Audio Btn Yes No
A Bluetooth device tries to communicate with the
MC75A.
Wake-up Default Settings
Condition for Wake-up Power Button Automatic Time-out
Yes Ye s
On Motion No Yes
The MC75A is connected to a serial accessory. No Yes
Incoming phone call Yes Yes
Micro Secure Digital (microSD) Card
The microSD card slot provides secondary non-volatile storage. The slot is located on the side of the MC75A
(see Figure 1-5). 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. Remove the memory card cover on the side of the MC75A by loosening the two captive screws.
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Figure 1-5
2. Insert the card with the card contacts facing up, until you feel a click.
3. Replace the memory card cover and tighten the screws.
Card Installation
To remove an microSD card:
1. Remove the memory card cover by loosening the screws.
Figure 1-6
2. Carefully press and release the card to eject it.
3. Remove the card from the card slot.
4. Replace the memory card cover and tighten the screws.
Card Removal
Replacing the Main Battery
5. If the MC75A is in suspend mode, press the red Power button to wake the device.
6. Press the red Power button to suspend the MC75A.
7. Wait for red Decode LED to turn on and then turn off.
8. Open the battery cover latches on either side of the battery cover.
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Battery Cover Latch
Figure 1-7
9. Lift the top of the battery cover and remove.
10. Press the battery release latch on the bottom of the battery to unlock, and lift the battery out of the well.
11. Insert the replacement battery, top first, into the battery compartment in the back of the MC75A.
12. Press the battery down into the battery compartment until the battery release latch snaps into place.
13. With the battery cover latches open, insert the cover, bottom first, then press down on the top of the cover.
14. Close the battery cover latches on either side of the battery cover.
15. Press the red Power button to power on the MC75A.
Removing the Battery Cover
NOTE Position the battery correctly, with the battery charging contacts on top of the charging contacts in the
battery compartment.
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Installing SAM Cards in MC75A6 HF RFID
The MC75A6 HF RFID uses Security Authentication Module (SAM) cards to store encryption keys. To install
SAM cards:
1. Press the red Power button to suspend the MC75A.
2. Using a torx (T5) screwdriver, remove four screws securing the plate to the back housing.
Figure 1-8
3. Lift plate off the back housing.
4. Remove the plug covering the SAM slots.
Figure 1-9
5. Insert a SAM card into one of the slots with the contacts facing down (front of the device).
Remove Plate
Remove Plug
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Figure 1-10
6. Replace the plug.
7. Align the plate onto the back housing.
Figure 1-11
8. Secure the plate to the back housing using the four torx (T5) screws.
9. Perform a warm boot.
Insert SAM Card
Replace Plate
Removal
1. Press the red Power button to suspend the MC75A.
2. Using a torx (T5) screwdriver, remove four screws securing the plate to the back housing.
3. Lift plate off the back housing.
4. Remove the plug covering the SAM slots.
5. Press the SAM card in until it ejects.
6. Remove the SAM card.
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Figure 1-12
7. Replace the plug.
8. Align the plate onto the back housing.
9. Secure the plate to the back housing using the four torx (T5) screws.
10. Perform a warm boot.
Remove SAM Card
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