Datalogic falcon x3 manual

Therefore the initial operation to perform is to charge them. See below. NOTE By default, the battery pack is disconnected at the factory to avoid damage due to excessive draining.

Press the latch release and lift battery from the enclosure as indicated in the figure below: Install the new battery pack, first insert the top end, then the latch bottom as indicated in the following figure Page 23 Using the battery pack in this manner may also result in a loss of performance and a shortened life expectancy.

Use only a Datalogic approved power supply. The use of an alternative power supply will void the product warranty, may cause product damage and may cause heat, an explosion, or fire.

This might happen, for example, when you carry a spare battery pack in your pocket or purse; WARNING accidental short—circuiting can occur when a metallic object such as a coin, clip, or pen causes direct connection of the contacts of the battery pack these look like metal strips on the battery pack.

Do not use alcohol, corrosive products or solvents. For models using the NOTE Suspending the terminal powers off the When the terminal resumes, depending on the radio power mode and security protocol selected, it may take up to 30 seconds for the Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle.

You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle. Use only original Datalogic styluses supplied with the product itself. In harsh applications, use of screen protectors should be taken into consideration, in order to extend the touch screen operating life.

Most gestures are a single stroke. Windows CE supports five kinds of gestures. Tap: A tap represents the left click of a mouse. The touch screen calibration will also appear when the mobile computer is hard reset cold boot , but the user may press Esc to exit from the calibration.

The lighted band emitted by the laser must completely cross the barcode as shown in the figure below. The omni- directional scanning does not require that the operator orient the bar code to align with the scan pattern. Direct access to F1-F4. If pressed after the Yellow toggle, these keys enable you to move forwards, backwards, upwards or downwards within text fields, scroll through a Menu list or browse among folder files. Yellow modifier toggle key : when pressed before a standard key, it enables the character or function printed in yellow above the key.

They let you move forwards, backwards, upwards or downwards within text fields, scroll through a Menu list or browse among folder files. A warm boot terminates an unresponsive application and clears the working RAM, but preserves the file system. Registry is restored from persistent memory if available or returned to factory default.

Red blinking It blinks in case of charge fault. It also makes available the keyboard SIP and window selection. Below is an expanded view of the Control Panel showing all of the applets. Windows CE Control Panel There are seven General Configuration pages and multiple Barcode symbology pages. Use it to set volume, tone, duration, and number of various types of beeps. Use it to configure prefix, suffix and data separator character strings.

Use it to configure the User ID for symbologies, Redundancy and Aggressive Decoding if supported by the decoding module. Select a symbology to view or change the available properties settings. It allows enabling and configuration of Spot Beam and triggering modes. It is only available on devices equipped with laser and advanced long range laser decoding modules that support the Spot Beam Feature. It configures the scan width and allows to enable the automatic range detection.

Use it to enable or disable the keyboard wedge for Barcode scanner. Each barcode symbology opens to its own page, as shown in the figure below. From the control panel main window, double tap the DL Buttons icon.

On the DL Buttons tab, customize the program hardware buttons to launch your most used applications. Select the desired one from the list. Tap to delete the selected Button. You can only delete Delete the Buttons you have added. Barcodes containing characters associated with assigned Buttons will trigger the action or application assigned to that Button.

This allows the user to switch between the various open applications. The application switcher can be activated via an assigned shortcut key specified in the DL Buttons tab see par. The Registry also contains information that the operating system continually references to during operation.

Select a time interval from the menu. Tap OK to save and exit. There are two methods to access the SCU.

For more detailed settings specific to your installation please contact your wireless network administrator. Repeat as the target moves around the screen. By completing the calibration procedure you implicitly accept the new calibration settings. New calibration settings are persistently saved in the Registry. Startup Stylus Calibration When starting the terminal, a Welcome Wizard with Stylus Calibration comes up if valid calibration settings are not available.

Each requires specific connections in order to function properly. You can set up a connection to a device in the list by selecting the device and then tapping the 'Connect' button: To create a pairing: Select a service: Configure any encryption, authentication, or virtual port options required by the service selected.

To require Authentication, check the checkbox, then tap OK. Tap the arrow to change the Virtual Port, or Delete to remove the device pairing. Tap Sync to initiate a Sync available only if the service is an ActiveSync connection. From the control panel main window, double tap the Bluetooth Manager icon to open the Bluetooth Manager control panel. Page 4. Page Administrative Options Admin Tab 4. Enter Password Enter a password in the text box.

This allows the user to specify a password when this utility is launched. This dialog box will only open if a password was defined. Do not solder directly onto the battery pack.

Do not expose the battery pack to liquids. Avoid any knocks or excessive vibrations. If the device or the battery is dropped, especially on a hard surface, you should take it to the nearest Authorised Repair Centre for inspection before continuing to use it. Do not replace the battery pack when the device is turned on. Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any part. Battery pack usage by children should be supervised. To maximize battery life, turn off radios when they are not needed.

Do not use alcohol, corrosive products or solvents. NOTE The actual data transfer speed can be appreciably lower than the maximum theoretical speed. For all these devices maximum current withdrawal must be below mA. For models using the When the terminal resumes, depending on the radio power mode and security protocol selected, it may take up to 30 seconds for the Area coverage and radio performance may vary, due to environmental conditions, access point types or interference caused by other devices microwave ovens, radio transmitters, etc.

Unauthorized antennas, modifications or attachments could damage the product and may violate laws and regulations. In case of doubt concerning the use of wireless devices with an implanted medical device, contact your doctor. Turn this device OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may use equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.

Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle. You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle. DO NOT place objects, including either installed or portable wireless equipment, in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area. Observe restrictions and follow closely any laws, regulations, warnings and best practices on the use of radio equipment near fuel storage areas or distribution fuel areas, chemical plants or where some operation involves use of explosive materials.

Do not store or carry flammable liquids, explosive gases or materials with the device or its parts or accessories. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked or showed. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire, resulting in injury or even death.

However there are several parameters that can be set and utilities that can be used to perform some basic functions such as data capture, communications, file management, etc 4. As soon as the mobile computer is on, the Windows CE 6.

Wait a few seconds before starting any activity so that the mobile computer completes its startup procedure. Desktop Control Panel Use the stylus par. The mobile computer goes into power-off low power with display and keyboard backlight off , when it is not used for more than a programmable timeout, which is defined in the POWER applet of the Control Panel. NOTE 4. The stylus functions like a mouse. Double Tap: Double tap the screen with the stylus to open items and select options.

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. 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 you want to perform. To recalibrate the touch screen use the Stylus Applet see par. Use only original Datalogic styluses supplied with the product itself.

In harsh applications, use of screen protectors should be taken into consideration, in order to extend the touch screen operating life. Do not apply not necessary high pressures on the screen. For applications where an intensive use of the touch screen is foreseen, please consider that touch screen components are subject to progressive wear.

Most gestures are a single stroke. Windows CE supports five kinds of gestures. Tap: A tap represents the left click of a mouse. Double Tap: A double tap represents the left double click of a mouse. Hold: The user can press and hold on the screen to represent the right click of a mouse. Flick: The user can move a finger across the screen to initiate per-pixel scrolling, and if this movement is fast enough, scrolling will continue after the finger is lifted.

Pan: The user can press and hold on the screen and then drag the finger in any direction to represent a mouse move event. The touch screen calibration will also appear when the mobile computer is hard reset cold boot , but the user may press Esc to exit from the calibration. The user must calibrate the touch screen see par. The lighted band emitted by the laser must completely cross the barcode as shown in the figure below.

The omnidirectional scanning does not require that the operator orient the bar code to align with the scan pattern. A red beam illuminates the code, which is captured and decoded. You will get a good read. Symbologies with smaller bars or elements mil size should be read closer to the unit.

Symbologies with larger bars or elements mil size should be read farther from the unit. See par. Direct access to F1-F4. If pressed after the Yellow toggle, these keys enable you to move forwards, backwards, upwards or downwards within text fields, scroll through a Menu list or browse among folder files. Yellow modifier toggle key : when pressed before a standard key, it enables the character or function printed in yellow above the key. Blue modifier one shot key : when pressed before a standard key, it enables the character or function printed in blue above the key.

They let you move forwards, backwards, upwards or downwards within text fields, scroll through a Menu list or browse among folder files.

It is placed on the upper left side of the terminal. A warm boot terminates an unresponsive application and clears the working RAM, but preserves the file system. Registry is restored from persistent memory if available or returned to factory default. A cold boot forces all applications to close reinitializing completely the system. It clears the working RAM, but the file system is preserved.

Registry is restored from persistent memory. Pull the battery latch down and remove the battery pack. Press and hold the scan button and then press the reset button. Insert the battery pack. Clean Boot To perform a clean boot, do the following steps: 1. Press the Enter Key. Red It is solid while charging. Red blinking It blinks in case of charge fault. Off Keyboard in primary. Yellow solid Yellow alternate key mode.

Blue solid Blue alternate key mode Pink CapsLock enabled. It also makes available the keyboard SIP and window selection. Double-tap it to open a status dialog that will let you disconnect the ActiveSync session without physically disconnecting the device from the PC. It is the only way to disconnect a Bluetooth ActiveSync connection. Battery icon displays the system battery status. It indicates that the battery is charging. Bluetooth Manager icon displays whether Bluetooth is enabled, paired, or turned off.

Double-tap this icon to open the Bluetooth Manager control panel applet. Below is an expanded view of the Control Panel showing all of the applets.

There are seven General Configuration pages and multiple Barcode symbology pages. Select General,1D Bar Code or 2D Bar Code, then use the menu or tap the left and right arrow keys to navigate the different pages of the Decoding utility.

The menu options will change to reflect the items most recently selected. Use it to set volume, tone, duration, and number of various types of beeps. Use it to configure prefix, suffix and data separator character strings. Use it to configure the User ID for symbologies, Redundancy and Aggressive Decoding if supported by the decoding module. Select a symbology to view or change the available properties settings. It allows enabling and configuration of Spot Beam and triggering modes. It is only available on devices equipped with laser and advanced long range laser decoding modules that support the Spot Beam Feature.

It configures the scan width and allows to enable the automatic range detection. Use it to enable or disable the keyboard wedge for Barcode scanner. Each barcode symbology opens to its own page, as shown in the figure below. Refer to the sample symbology control panels for examples of the types of fields and options you can modify. To permanently save these settings you need to save the Registry using the Persistent Registry applet in the Control Panel.

When open, Decoding Properties acts as a simple barcode test tool that provides the Data decoded and the Data Type of the barcode scanned. From the control panel main window, double tap the DL Buttons icon. On the DL Buttons tab, customize the program hardware buttons to launch your most used applications. Select the desired one from the list. Delete Tap to delete the selected Button. You can only delete the Buttons you have added. Application Displays path to the selected application. Browse to browse for application files.

To define a new Button, complete the following steps: 1. Make sure you do not attempt to add a Button that is already defined. NOTE 2. Barcodes containing characters associated with assigned Buttons will trigger the action or application assigned to that Button. This allows the user to switch between the various open applications.

The application switcher can be activated via an assigned shortcut key specified in the DL Buttons tab see par. When the assigned button is pressed, the dialog shown below will be displayed: Press the assigned button to cycle through the running applications when the dialog is open. The Registry also contains information that the operating system continually references to during operation.

To persist the Registry settings between boots, do the following steps: 1. Tap OK to exit. Select a time interval from the menu. Tap OK to save and exit. There are two methods to access the SCU. Click the "Configure" button 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to setup security parameters for your network. For more detailed settings specific to your installation please contact your wireless network administrator. To recalibrate the touch screen, complete the following steps: 1.

Repeat as the target moves around the screen. By completing the calibration procedure you implicitly accept the new calibration settings. New calibration settings are persistently saved in the Registry. Startup Stylus Calibration When starting the terminal, a Welcome Wizard with Stylus Calibration comes up if valid calibration settings are not available. This happens in the following circumstances: 1. After any cold boot if the user skipped stylus calibration earlier.

After a Clean Boot. Each requires specific connections in order to function properly. On the license agreement screen, click Accept. Select the information types that you want to synchronize, then click Next. Enter a device name and click Set Up.

You can set up a connection to a device in the list by selecting the device and then tapping the 'Connect' button: To create a pairing: 1. Select a service: 2. Configure any encryption, authentication, or virtual port options required by the service selected.

This option is available only if you have selected a Printer or Serial service. To require Authentication, check the checkbox, then tap OK. Tap OK to complete. The dialog will also appear when an Authentication request is received from another device. Tap the arrow to change the Virtual Port, or Delete to remove the device pairing.

Tap Sync to initiate a Sync available only if the service is an ActiveSync connection. From the control panel main window, double tap the Bluetooth Manager icon to open the Bluetooth Manager control panel. Tap Settings. After you have downloaded the desired update, there are several ways you can update the firmware on your device. The following sections provide procedures for the retrieval and installation of the most current firmware image onto a Datalogic device.

Navigate to the Downloads section of the website. Using the device selection fields, select the file you want to download, then click Save to begin copying the files to your local machine or local network location. Refer to par. Go to the Datalogic website and download the most current version of the Datalogic Firmware Utility. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. Click browse Click Update. DFU will compare the selected firmware image with the firmware already loaded on the device; if the image is compatible with the connected device, DFU will proceed to update the firmware image on your device.

After the firmware of your device has been updated, DFU will automatically perform a warm reset of the device. The right side of the window is a work area where the values of different parameters may be set for each branch of the configuration tree.

Click on the parameter group branch to open it and inspect the parameters you wish to modify. Use Application Selector to replace the desktop with a selection of authorized applications. Restrict user access in Internet Explorer.

Set up configuration and customized error recovery mechanisms. Create quick access hot keys and configure trigger actions.

You can also open DDU by pressing the appropriate key shortcut. Enter Password Enter a password in the text box. This allows the user to specify a password when this utility is launched. A password can consist of all standard keyboard characters. Re-Enter Password Carefully re-enter the password in the second text box. After you select this option, you will receive a prompt to verify this selection. Enter a password in the field.

Be sure to record the Password for future reference. Re-enter the password in the second field. This dialog box will only open if a password was defined. Type in your password using either the keypad on the unit, or using the stylus on the soft input panel SIP.

If you enter an incorrect password, the system will prompt you to input the correct one. Locked Web Browser is disabled by default. Error Page Redirection Use the Error Redirection option to provide customized recovery from common errors. When an error occurs, the browser can redirect access to a specified error page with instructions on how to recover from the problem.

Other options Full Screen Set the web browser in full screen mode. Status Icon Enable or disable the status icons view see par. The status icons can be configured on the Status tab of DDU. Alpha numeric will still get processed by the Locked Web Browser as normal. Advanced Pressing this button will launch a dialog used to enable Locked Web Browser and to configure Advanced settings.

Other sites will be restricted when the option is enabled. Domain names must be exactly specified. Selecting during navigation stops the downloading of a page. Selecting the item pops up a dialog displaying the URL for the current web page. Selecting the item brings up the IE Zoom Tool. Selecting the item minimizes the Locked Web Browser and allows access to other programs.

Icon Location Selects the preferred location for each status icon. Use Windows controls to allow or restrict access to Windows system functions. You can disable normal Windows functions such as the taskbar, leaving nothing but a blank workspace.

This allows applications to be run in full screen mode and prevents users from accidental or unauthorized use of the taskbar, Internet Explorer, and any other resident applications. When checked, displays horizontal and vertical scroll bars to help view large web pages which do not fit the screen. When unchecked, scroll bars will not be present.

When enabled, the Application Selector replaces the desktop and allows only authorized use of applications. Show status icons Enable or disable the status icons view see par. Authorized Applications This is a list of applications that the user can access. Executable Displays the path for the executable file which you want to run. Arguments Type any command line arguments to be used when an application is executed.

Applications will be started in the order listed in the authorized application list. Delay Enter a delay duration in seconds in the combo box. This option delays auto start of application s to allow drivers to load prior to starting applications. The administrator can choose for the user to have access to the desktop or not. The Application Selector can replace the desktop and limit the user to the specified list of applications. By default, the Application Selector comes with no applications preset.

Figure 9 - Application Selector The administrator can customize this list as shown in chapter 4. To run an application, tap on its name. Additionally, the page template can be modified to display a different background. Contact your Datalogic representative for more information on this feature.

It allows an administrator to define a restricted internet usage environment. Once in the restricted environment, a password is required to exit. This means users can only access web applications and websites set by the administrator. Configuration is set up through the DDU control panel. See section 4. For example, metatags provide information such as the program used to create the page, a description of the page, and keywords relevant to the page.

Also, the head tag set must be complete within the first 15K of the web page. The settings stay in effect until they are changed by another metatag. Content — name of function to pass serial number to. An example would be function CustomerFunction SerialNumber. Instead, the javascript action would occur.

It will take into account any AutoStart options at the beginning of the line.