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Chapter 2 Learning Software Architecture
2.1 APPLICATION MODULE
The mobile computer ships with the software package on the CD-ROM. It includes
FORGE Application Generator (batch- an d WLAN- versions), MIRROR Emulator (V T
and 5250 versions), download utilities, etc.
2.1.1 FORGE APPLICATION GENERATOR (AG)
For t he easy dev elopment of applicat ions, the mobile computer is preloaded with AG
runtime. Wh en y ou turn on the mobile com puter, it di splays u ser application’s main
menu as below.
Batch AG
WLAN AG
Note: Batch AG s upports a utomatically uploading data to a h ost comput er when t he
upload interface is properly configured. Once the mobile computer co nnects to the
host via a RS-232 or USB Virtual COM cable, a moving hourglass icon displays on
the upper-r ight corner of the scr een to i ndicate the mobile computer ready for
auto upload.
Before you proceed to collect data with the mobile computer, conf igure the applicat ion
with t he co mpanion to ol on your PC. T his time-saving development tool hel ps create
mobile computer’s application templates on your PC.
For details on the AG application, refer to related user manual.
Application Generator
AG Runtime on mobile computer Companion Tool on PC
Batch AG U8700.SHX ForgeA G.exe
WLAN AG WU8700.SHX A G8700WLAN.exe
Note: FORGE Application Generator (AG) software package includes
(1) a companion tool for quickly developing your application — Batch or WLAN AG;
(2) several download utilities to make it versatile in use.