Dolphin® 7200 Mobile Computer User’s Guide
Disclaimer Hand Held Products, Inc. (“Hand Held Products”) reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice, and the reader should in all cases consult Hand Held Products to determine whether any such changes have been made. The information in this publication does not represent a commitment on the part of Hand Held Products.
Table of Contents 1 Chapter 1 - Introduction Safety ...................................................................................................................................................1-2 Required Safety Labels .................................................................................................................1-2 Canadian Notice ............................................................................................................................
Back Panel Features.............................................................................................................................3-6 Laser Engine .................................................................................................................................3-7 Image Engine ................................................................................................................................3-7 Lanyard Eyelet for Optional Wrist Strap .................................
Dolphin Application Development......................................................................................................6-7 Compiling Applications for the Dolphin ......................................................................................6-7 Sample Applications .....................................................................................................................6-7 Building the Samples.....................................................................................
Chapter 9 - Compact HomeBase Hub of the System ...............................................................................................................................9-1 Battery Management .....................................................................................................................9-1 IrDA Optical Communications .....................................................................................................9-1 Convenient Storage ..........................................
Servicing the Battery Pack ................................................................................................................11-3 Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................11-4 Declaration of Conformity.................................................................................................................11-5 Chapter 12 - Customer Support Product Service and Repair ..................
Internal Commands Supported by GS-DOS....................................................................................... E-1 HELP............................................................................................................................................ E-1 BREAK ........................................................................................................................................ E-1 CALL ..................................................................................
1 Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new Dolphin 7200 mobile computer! You have made a wise choice in selecting the Dolphin 7200, a device known worldwide for its ergonomic shape, light weight, versatility and single-handed data collection features. Ergonomics The patented shape allows true, one-handed operation and fits either hand comfortably.
Safety The Dolphin 7200 handheld computer/bar code scanner meets or exceeds the requirements of all applicable standards organizations for safe operation. However, as with any electrical equipment, the best way to ensure safe operation is to know the possible risks. The following safety guidelines are designed to protect both you and others around you. Please read them carefully before using your Dolphin. Required Safety Labels Dolphin 7200 terminals use a low power Visible Laser to scan bar codes.
Statement of Agency Compliance This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Class A Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Regulatory and Safety Agency Approvals Parameter Specification U.S.A. FCC Part 15, Class A Canada IEC 0003 Europe EN 55022 (CISPR22) Class A EN 55024 The CE mark on the product indicates that the system has been tested to and conforms with the provisions noted within the 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive and the 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive. For further information please contact: Hand Held Products, Inc.
2 Getting Started About the Dolphin 7200 The Dolphin is a handheld computer and imager/bar code scanner with a 386 33 MHz microprocessor that runs with GS-DOS and is PC-compatible and is designed for easy, single-handed data collection. Accessories for the Dolphin The Dolphin 7200 is part of a data collection system that includes accessories specifically designed for vehicle, desktop and hub operations.
Dolphin VehicleBase™ Battery charging and/or communications cradle designed for in-transit applications. Mounted inside a vehicle, this cradle provides connectivity to any RS-232 serial device including printers, radio modems, GPS, on-board computers and vehicle monitoring systems. For more information, see Dolphin Vehicle Base on page 10-1. Wrist Strap for Dolphin Holster A convenient way to carry the Dolphin. Note: Lanyard ring for attaching strap not available with the Dolphin 7200 RS-232.
Dolphin 7200 Models Hand Held Product's family of Dolphin 7200 handheld portable data collection terminals includes these models: Dolphin 7200 Batch Terminal The Dolphin 7200 Batch terminal is a DOS programmable handheld computer/bar code scanner with a unique, ergonomic shape designed for single-handed use. The basic terminal has 2MB RAM and 8MB FLASH EEPROM memory. It also features an IrDA infrared transceiver for data communications.
Bar Code Symbologies Supported 1D Linear Codes: Code 3 of 9, Interleaved 2 of 5, Code 11, MSI, UPC A, UPC EO, UPC EI, EAN/EAN13, Codabar, Code 128, Code 93, UPC 2D Codes: PDF417, microPDF, Maxicode, Datamatrix, Aztec, QR Code, Code 49 Composite Codes: RSS-14, CODABLOCK, AZTEC MESA OCR Codes: OCR A and OCR B Postal Codes: Postnet and most international 4 state codes, PLANET CODE, BPO 4 STATE, CANADIAN 4 STATE, DUTCH POSTAL, AUSTRALIAN 4 STATE, JAPANESE POSTAL Using Dolphin for the First Time This s
If you have a Dolphin 7200 RS-232 terminal and are using the communication/charging cable instead of a HomeBase to charge the battery, charge the terminal for 24 hours before initial use. After deep cycling the battery, you may charge the battery using one of these methods: • Place the battery in the auxiliary battery well on the Dolphin HomeBase. Time to Charge: 3 hours • Place the battery in the 10-slot Dolphin MultiCharger.
Note: If using the Dolphin for first time or if the terminal has been without a battery pack for more than 30 minutes and you are now inserting a battery, you may receive a CMOS error when the terminal boots up. Don't worry, the terminal is OK. This simply means that the internal back-up battery needs to be recharged and the date and time need to be reset.
3 Dolphin 7200 Basics System Features CPU The Dolphin's computing power is provided by a highly integrated AMD ELAN SC310 386SX 33 MHz microprocessor. Disk Drives The Dolphin contains two disk drives that provide storage for system files, applications, and data. A third drive is also present if you purchase the FLASH expansion option. Drive A Drive A contains a 120K executable FLASH EEPROM to store system utilities and to initialize the boot process.
Using the Alphanumeric Keypad The Dolphin's alphanumeric, splash-resistant keypad has 36 epoxy coated keys. The keyboard's yellow background enhances the readability of the numeric and special character keys. ODE DEC The Dolphin's ON/SCAN key "wakes" the terminal from sleep mode. Its position also allows convenient one-handed bar code scanning.
Alphanumeric Key Combinations for Functions and Special Characters Use the key combinations listed below to access certain keypad functions or to use special characters that are not defined on the Dolphin keypad. Key Combinations Functions or Character ESC (SHIFT + BKSP) The ESC function performs a cancel action. SPC (SHIFT + U) The SPC function moves the cursor forward one space at a time.
Using the Numeric Keypad The Dolphin's numeric, splash-resistant keypad has 20 epoxy coated keys. The large, amber-color keys are large, easy-to-read, and comfortably spaced to help prevent errors in data entry. Digits can be entered without using the shift key. Though designed primarily for numeric data entry, you can use the SHIFT key to switch between numeric and alpha modes or use special characters. DEC The Dolphin's ON/SCAN key "wakes" the terminal from sleep mode.
Key Combinations for Functions and Special Characters Key Combination Function ESC (SHIFT + BKSP) The ESC function performs a cancel action. LIGHT (SHIFT + SP) This action toggles the LCD backlight on and off. Press the SHIFT key to put the Dolphin in alpha mode and press the SP key once. CONTR (SHIFT + SP+SP) The CONTR function adjusts the LCD contrast. Press the SHIFT key to put the Dolphin in alpha mode and press the SP key twice. Use the F1 and F2 keys to adjust the contrast up or down.
Keyboard Mode These symbols indicate which mode is operational on the keyboard and are located next to the battery charge indicator. Use the SHIFT key to toggle between numeric to alpha mode on Dolphin. Icon Indicates Which means that … Alpha mode Alphabetic characters are active Numeric mode Numeric characters are active Back Panel Features This section describes features on the Dolphin's back panel. The alphanumeric and numeric Dolphins have identical back panels.
Laser Engine The Dolphin 7200 is currently available with four scanning options: • • • • Standard range Long range High density scanning No scan engine The laser engine converts reflected light into a digital pattern that represents the bar code data. A clear window covers the laser engine to protect it from dust and dirt. Image Engine The Dolphin 7200 2D terminal is available with the following imaging options: • Standard image engine: scans 2 to 9 in. (5 to 23 cm) • High-Density: scans 2 to 4 in.
Maintaining the Dolphin's Batteries ! Although the Dolphin 7200 terminal is received with the battery inserted, it is NOT ready for charging and/or deepcycling. Remove the plastic insulator located between the terminal and battery connectors. Failure to remove the insulator may result in damages to the terminal.Use only the 3.6V battery packs provided by Hand Held Products.
Servicing the Battery Pack For maximum battery life, Hand Held Products recommends that you deep-cycle the battery twice before initial use. To deep cycle, insert the battery into the HomeBase auxiliary battery well. Then, push and hold the Service Aux Batt button for at least 4 seconds. For more information, see Charging an Additional NiMH Battery Pack on page 8-6.
Resetting the Dolphin Terminal Under normal circumstances, you should not need to reset the Dolphin terminal. However, if required, you can reset the terminal with one of the following methods: 1. Perform the Three Key Reset. The Dolphin terminal can be reset by pressing and releasing the SHIFT, ON/SCAN and BKSP keys. All three keys must be held down and released at the same time. OR 2. Press the Reset Switch. The reset switch is located in the battery compartment of the Dolphin terminal.
4 Dolphin 7200 RS-232 About Dolphin 7200 RS-232 The Dolphin 7200 handheld computer with micro-DB9 RS-232 port is a compact, high performance data collection terminal with standard connectivity at a low cost. Through the terminal's micro-DB9 RS-232 port, the Dolphin 7200 can be connected to a host computer to send and receive data.
Sending and Receiving Data The Dolphin 7200 RS-232 terminal can be connected to a host computer to send and receive data via the micro-DB9 RS-232 port using the YX.EXE Utility or the Dolphin File Transfer Program. 1. Insert a battery pack into the battery well of the terminal. 2. Insert the micro-DB-9 RS-232 connector to the Dolphin communication (only) cable into the micro-DB-9 port on the back of the Dolphin 7200 RS-232 terminal. 3. Connect the DB-9 connector to your PC's serial port. 4. Run the YX.
5 Dolphin 7200 2D Mobile Computer About the Dolphin 7200 2D Mobile Computer The Dolphin 7200 2D mobile computer features the IMAGETEAM 4250 Image Engine, a low power, high-resolution digital image engine for omni-directional and auto-discrimination reading and decoding of linear barcodes, stacked linear (PDF417) and 2D matrix codes. The image engine functions like a digital camera and also provides OCR functionality.
Reading Barcodes The omni-directional scanning capabilities of the Dolphin 7200 2D terminal greatly simplify operation and training and increase productivity. 1. Press the ON/SCAN button to project the scanner's bright red aiming beam 2. Center the aiming beam over the barcode. 3. The red SCAN LED illuminates when the user presses the ON/KEY key and the green DECODE LED illuminates when a bar code is successfully decoded. The aiming beam can be positioned in any direction for a good read.
Capturing Images The image-capture process is a split-second operation for experienced users. By following the basic guidelines, new users can easily develop their own technique and, with practice, quickly learn to adapt it to different circumstances. The basic steps for acquiring images using the Dolphin 7200 2D terminal are: 1. To aim, hold the Dolphin terminal horizontally at a 45° angle approximately 2 to 9 inches (5 to 20 cm) away from the target.
Dolphin Demo Main Screen When you start the program, this menu screen will be the first one you see. This screen allows you to access the demonstration programs listed or exit to DOS. All the Demo programs will return to this menu screen when exited. F1-Decoding Demo F2-Imaging Demo F3-I.Q. Demo F4-Exit to DOS If there is no keyboard activity over a short period of time, press any key to go to the Dolphin Demo Main Screen.
F2 - Imaging Demo Press F2 and the screen shown below will display: Press ON/SCAN to capture an image F3-Setup H-Help To setup the imager, press F3. To Take an Image: 1. Press and hold the ON/SCAN button. Release the ON/SCAN button to capture the image when the desired image is displayed on the terminal screen. When you release the ON/SCAN button, the terminal will save the image taken. You will hear a confirming set of beeps and the screen shown below will display.
To use the demo: 1. Enter a signature in the box below. 2. Press and hold the ON/SCAN button and aim at the barcode. When the engine successfully decodes, you will hear a short beep. The image engine will then take an image of the signature. When the signature is captured, the terminal will beep and the screen shown below will appear on the screen. Tracking Number: 231498324 Address: Hand Held Products 7520 E. Independence Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28227 3.
6 Dolphin OS and System Development Software Important Notice: Only install the most recent release of the Dolphin ROM IMAGE and Bootloader, loading an old version of the ROM IMAGE or Bootloader can result in Dolphin becoming unstable or inoperable, and requiring the unit to be returned to Hand Held Products for repair. The Dolphin OS and Development System is available from the Partners Area of the web site at www.handheld.com.
Help File, Document and Utility Icons The Dolphin OS and Development System set up program will set up a Dolphin group or folder and install the following Help, Document and Utility icons. Icon Tapping this icon, … Provides important information not available at the time the manual was printed. Provides information on contacting Hand Held Products by Phone, Fax, Email, WWW and BBS. Provides additional information on the Dolphin OS and Development System.
Dolphin Utilities A number of utilities are provided with your Dolphin terminal. The Utility programs are installed in the c:\dolphXX\utils on your computer. Note: See the Development API electronic Help file (dolphapi.hlp) for additional information regarding the Dolphin Development Libraries, samples and compiling instructions. BMP2LCD.EXE BMP2LCD.EXE is a Windows tool that allows developers to create a bitmap data structure from a standard Windows bitmap.
If you do not specify command line arguments, DCOMM2.EXE will open a dialog that allows you to receive files or configure the default serial communications port, baud rate, communications protocol and download path. An 'Auto Execute' command line can also be specified in the configuration screen. The specified command line will be executed when a file is received. DWIZARD.EXE (Dolphin Upgrade Wizard) DWIZARD.
/I: Forces HBCFG.EXE to display 'Please wait Dialog' Example: hbcfg /c1 /b57600 /I If no command line arguments are specified or an error is detected, HBCFG.EXE will open a dialog that allows the user to select the serial communications port, baud rate, or run a diagnostic. Note: Dip Switch 2 located on the back of the HomeBase must be set in the Up (PROGRAM) position for the baud rate to be programmed.
yx /m yx /c2 The default baud rate for the YX.EXE utility is 9600. For your convenience, batch files are included on the Dolphin terminal to make sending data at a higher baud rate easier. Note: When using YX on the Dolphin 7200 terminal, only COM1 is available. To send at 38400, enter YF instead of YX/b38400. To send at 57600, enter YFF instead of YX/b57600. For more information, see Using the YX.EXE Utility on page 6-9. ZZZ.EXE ZZZ.
Dolphin Application Development Dolphin application development is straightforward. Since Dolphin is DOS-compatible, most of the application can be tested on a desktop computer. Compiling Applications for the Dolphin Although the operating system on the Dolphin 7200 is DOS-compatible, it provides many unique features that are not built into most PCs. For example, it has an integrated bar code scanner. The Dolphin libraries provide an API that allows an application to use these features.
Building the Samples There is one Microsoft Visual C\C++ version 1.52 project file (*.mak) for each sample application. There is also a Borland C++ version 5.0 project file, samples.ide. This project file will rebuild all sample applications. Consult the documentation for your compiler for information on the use of project files. Compiling the Sample Programs Note: See the Development API Help file (DAPI.
Transferring Files to or from the Dolphin Terminal Transferring files between your Dolphin terminal and a desktop PC is easy with the YX.EXE utility (see YX.EXE on page 6-5) or the Dolphin File Transfer program (see DCOMM2.EXE - Dolphin File Transfer Utility on page 6-3). Using the YX.EXE Utility The YX.EXE utility, installed in the directory c:\dolphXX\utils, performs RS-232 file transfers using Ymodem batch protocol. In addition, YX.EXE is pre-loaded on the Dolphin's A drive.
Using the Dolphin File Transfer Program and YX in Menu Mode You can also use YX in menu mode to send and receive files from the Dolphin to your PC and vice versa with the Dolphin File Transfer program and YX.EXE on the PC. Sending Files to the Dolphin To use a menu for sending files to the Dolphin, follow these steps: 1. Open the Configuration dialog box. 2. Check to make sure the baud rate is set at 57600. This is the default for YX.EXE. 3. Enter YX /M at the Dolphin terminal's DOS prompt. 4.
Dolphin EVS Engine The EVS engine provides bit-mapped graphics support for the Dolphin LCD. EVS is the primary interface between an application and BIOS graphics functions. The EVS engine eliminates the need for an application to directly access the hardware layer. The EVS engine maintains an image of the display in memory (118 pixels wide by 73 pixels tall). All application screen access (read/write) is filtered so as to write to the display image rather to the hardware.
4. Press 3 to select Baud rate. Press 1 to set baud rate to 57600. SYS Utilities X.XX 1 2 3 4 9600 19200 38400 57600 Baud: 9600 5. Press 1 to download. Upgrading the Dolphin Bootloader ! Install only the most recent release of the Dolphin ROM IMAGE and Boot Loader. DO NOT load an old version of the ROM IMAGE or Bootloader. The Dolphin may become unstable or inoperable requiring you to return the unit to Hand Held Products for repair.
7 Troubleshooting Dolphin Terminal and HomeBase This table describes some of the common problems/symptoms and solutions that you could encounter while using your Dolphin terminal or Dolphin HomeBase. If you need further assistance with troubleshooting your terminal, contact your Hand Held Products Authorized Reseller. Troubleshooting the Dolphin Terminal and HomeBase If You Have This Problem/Symptom Try This: The display is blank, the Dolphin terminal will not turn on.
Troubleshooting the Dolphin Terminal and HomeBase If You Have This Problem/Symptom Try This: I can not enter a ":" to change to Drive B: at the DOS prompt. The ":" is a special character that can be entered by typing "SHIFT" "Z". See reference to special characters in Using the Alphanumeric Keypad (page 3-2) or Using the Numeric Keypad (page 3-4). The CHARGING AUXBATT LED does not come on when I insert a battery pack into the Dolphin HomeBase. Check the power connections on the Dolphin HomeBase.
8 Dolphin HomeBase Hub of the System As the hub of your Dolphin system, the Dolphin 7200 HomeBase performs three important functions - battery management, communications and storage. Battery Management The Dolphin 7200 HomeBase uses a charging method that senses when the battery pack is fully charged and then drops to a trickle charge to keep the battery pack at full capacity.
Dolphin 7200 HomeBase Parts and Functions Front Panel Dolphin Terminal Well Multi-Serial Port Main Serial Port Charging Main Battery LED COMM LED Charging Aux Battery LED Dolphin Terminal Well You put the Dolphin in this well to communicate with a host device and to charge the Dolphin's batteries. LEDs There are three LEDs that you can use to monitor the status of battery charging and communications status: 1.
Charging Aux Batt LED Description Blinking orange LED Battery charging at the maximum rate Solid green LED Trickle charging; battery pack is ready for use Back Panel Auxiliary Battery Well (without battery inserted) Configuration Switches Auxiliary Battery Well Service Aux Battery Switch Power Supply Connector Insert a battery into the well to charge a second battery and you will always have a spare. The auxiliary battery well can also service your battery pack.
Side Panels There is a main communications port on one side and a multi-HomeBase-port on the other side: Main Communications Port Use a standard serial cable to connect this port to a host RS-232 device if the Dolphin HomeBase is the first unit of HomeBase network. Otherwise, the main communications port connects to another Dolphin HomeBase Multi-HomeBase Port to form a daisy-chained network; see Configuration Switch Settings for a HomeBase Network on page 8-10.
Charging Batteries in the Dolphin 7200 HomeBase ! Use only the 3.6V battery packs provided by Hand Held Products. The use of any other battery pack in the Dolphin terminal will void your warranty and may result in damage to the Dolphin terminal or battery. With the Dolphin HomeBase, you can charge a Dolphin terminal and a spare NiMH battery pack simultaneously. The HomeBase charges the terminal and the spare battery pack independently.
Charging an Additional NiMH Battery Pack 1. Insert an NiMH battery pack with the battery contacts pointing upward into the Dolphin HomeBase auxiliary battery well. Battery contacts on the HomeBase After the battery is inserted into the auxiliary battery well of the Dolphin HomeBase you can use the CHARGING AUXBATT LED to monitor the charging progress.
Setting up the Dolphin HomeBase Set the Dolphin HomeBase on any dry, stable surface such as a desktop. Before mounting the Dolphin HomeBase, check to ensure that all AC wall transformers have a nearby electrical outlet. Be sure to provide enough workspace with good lighting for the user to view and operate the Dolphin terminal while it is in the HomeBase. Setting up the HomeBase involves three steps: 1. Connecting the cables 2. Setting the configuration switches 3.
Setting the Baud Rate You may use the HomeBase Configuration utility program to select the baud rate. The program can also be used to change the host system's COM port and will run a diagnostic check for optimal communications. After changing the baud rate, you must power the HomeBase off and then on again. The program is one of the utility programs that come with the Dolphin OS and Development System. For more on HomeBase Configuration, see the chapter 9.
The following table outlines the configuration switch settings: Switch Setting Function 1 SINGLE (UP) Single HomeBase only 2 FIXED BPS (DOWN) Baud rate fixed at 9600 2 PROGRAM (UP) Baud rate can be programmed To ensure communications, leave Switch 2 in the FIXED BPS position and configure your communications software for 9600 baud.
2. Baud Rate Selection, and 3. Device Selection. Address Assignment Use the Address Assignment command to establish unit IDs for each Dolphin HomeBase in your network. This must be done before a unit can be selected for communications. To establish an Address Assignment: 1.
n is the ASCII number corresponding to the baud rate shown in the table below. For example, the string HHPB6 (which consists of the escape string and the command B6) would set the baud rate for the network to 19200. No response will be transmitted back to the host after executing this function.
3. Start your application on the Dolphin terminal or the host computer. Data can then begin transmitting between the terminal and the devices connected to the Dolphin HomeBase. When data transfer begins, the COMM LED on the Dolphin HomeBase will blink red and green. If the HomeBase will not communicate with the Dolphin, check the port connections to ensure that the HomeBase is correctly configured.
9 Compact HomeBase Hub of the System As the hub of your Dolphin system, the Dolphin 7200 Compact HomeBase performs three important functions - battery management, communications and storage. Note: The Dolphin 7200 Compact HomeBase is not networkable. Battery Management The Dolphin 7200 Compact HomeBase uses a charging method that senses when the battery pack is fully charged and then drops to a trickle charge to keep the battery pack at full capacity.
Dolphin 7200 Compact HomeBase Parts and Functions Front Panel Dolphin Terminal Well DOCK LED Dolphin Terminal Well COMM LED The Compact HomeBase's front panel has one slot. Put the Dolphin terminal in this well to communicate with a host device and to charge the Dolphin's batteries. DOCK LED Turns solid green when the Dolphin terminal is properly seated into the Dolphin HomeBase.
Back Panel Power Supply RS-232 Connector Power Supply Connector Use this connector to attach a power supply to the HomeBase. The power supply provides 12V DC input for communications and battery charging. RS-232 Communications Port Use a standard serial cable to connect this port to a host RS-232 device.
Bottom Panel A Baud Rate DIP switch is located on the bottom of the HomeBase. The three-position DIP switch is used to select the communication baud rate. Switch position and the corresponding baud rates are shown in the chart below.
Charging a Dolphin Terminal The HomeBase supplies charging power to the Dolphin terminal so that the terminal can monitor the charging of its battery pack. This charging method protects the battery from being damaged by overcharging. Therefore, the Dolphin terminal may be stored indefinitely in the HomeBase without damage to the terminal, the battery pack, or the HomeBase. 1. Insert a battery pack into the Dolphin terminal. 2.
Wall Mounting: The Compact HomeBase also has two DIN rail (7.5 X 35mm) slots on the back to allow for secure wall mounting of the unit if desired. When using right-angle style RS232 connector cable, the DIN rails may be mounted directly to the wall. When using standard RS232 connector cables, it is recommended that the rails be mounted to the wall using a 25mm (1 in.) spacer to allow for appropriate strain relief of the cables.
In either case, after wall mounting, it is recommended that the cables be secured to the DIN rail through use of a wire tie to prevent damage to the Compact HomeBase unit in case accidental or excessive force is applied to the cables.
Setting Up for Communications The Dolphin terminal and Dolphin Compact HomeBase support RS-232 communications through the RS-232 Main Communications Port on the back of the Dolphin 7200 Compact HomeBase. The HomeBase translates the RS-232 signals from the host computer into infrared signals to communicate with the Dolphin terminal.
Communicating with the Dolphin Terminal To communicate with the Dolphin and any other devices connected to the Compact HomeBase: 1. Insert the Dolphin into the terminal well of the HomeBase. If the Dolphin is in sleep mode, it will awaken into active state. 2. The CHARGING MAINBATT LED on the HomeBase will turn on.
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10 Dolphin Vehicle Base Introduction The Dolphin VehicleBase serves as a safe and convenient storage receptacle for the Dolphin terminal. There are two options available for the Dolphin VehicleBase: 1. Charging/communications version provides standard communications functions and serves as a docking base for the Dolphin terminal. The optical communications port on the VehicleBase mates with the IrDA port on the Dolphin. This allows reliable data communications at speeds up to 115K baud. 2.
Supplying Power to the Dolphin VehicleBase The Dolphin VehicleBase can be powered from either a 12 or 24 volt DC source. Power is connected to the DC 12 Volt Input Power Connector (page 10-1) on the bottom panel. Two connection options are available: 1. Cigarette lighter adapter for 12 volt automotive systems and portable applications. 2. Direct connection through a fused cable assembly for 12 and 24 volt automotive systems.
Side Panel Features This section contains information regarding features located on the side of the Dolphin VehicleBase. Dolphin Terminal Well COMM LED Dolphin Terminal Well The Dolphin terminal slides into this well during both battery charging and communications with the host device. COMM LED For the charging/communication version of the Dolphin VehicleBase, the COMM LED indicates the status of data transfer between the host device and the Dolphin terminal.
Inserting the Dolphin Terminal into the VehicleBase Slide the Dolphin terminal into the terminal well until it stops. SCAN DE DECO D O L P H I N SINGLE-HANDED POCKET-SIZE LASER SCANNER DOS PLATFORM POWER MGMT INFRA RED COMM F1 ON SCAN F3 ENTER BKSP F2 F4 ESC SHIFT CLR A F K P 7 4 1 = B G L Q 8 5 2 0 C H M R 9 6 3 .
Cables for the VehicleBase Standard Serial Cable The following information applies only to the charging/communication version of the Dolphin VehicleBase. The Dolphin VehicleBase provides a convenient interface that allows the Dolphin terminal to interface to a PC, printer, or any other standard RS-232 device; see RS-232 Main Comm Port Connector on page 10-1. To connect the Dolphin VehicleBase to your RS-232 device, you will need an RS-232 cable.
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11 Dolphin MultiCharger Introduction The Dolphin MultiCharger provides intelligent battery management for 10 Dolphin battery packs. Basic Features The Dolphin MultiCharger • Can charge as many as 10 Dolphin battery packs independently. • Charges 3.6V NiMH rechargeable battery packs. A two-level charging algorithm switches from fast charge to trickle charge when the battery is fully charged. This method provides rapid charging without overcharging.
Top Panel This section contains information regarding features located on the top panel of the Dolphin MultiCharger. Battery Charging Pocket Charging Status LEDs Power Switch Power LED Condition and Calibrate LED Condition and Calibrate Switch Setting Up the Dolphin MultiCharger The Dolphin MultiCharger should be setup on any dry, stable surface. You must connect the Dolphin MultiCharger to a power source for any type of operation.
Inserting the Dolphin Battery Pack Place the Dolphin battery pack in the Battery Charging Pocket (see page 11-2) of the Dolphin MultiCharger. Let the Dolphin battery pack glide down into the charging pocket until it stops. Asserting a downward and forward motion, apply enough pressure to latch the Dolphin battery pack in the charging pocket. Once the Dolphin battery pack is properly seated, the Status LED for that particular pocket lights orange.
7. At this point, another Condition and Calibrate cycle can be initiated. Troubleshooting If you encounter problems with your Dolphin MultiCharger, first, please go through the list of problems and solutions in this chapter. Problem Issue The Green/Charging LED does not come on when I insert a battery pack into the Dolphin MultiCharger Check the power connections on the Dolphin MultiCharger. Ensure that the POWER switch is ON and the battery pack is properly seated.
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12 Customer Support Product Service and Repair Hand Held Products provides service for all its products through service centers throughout the world. To obtain warranty or non-warranty service, return the unit to Hand Held Products (postage paid) with a copy of the dated purchase record attached. Contact the appropriate location below to obtain a Return Material Authorization number (RMA #) before returning the product.
Online Product Service and Repair Assistance You can also access product service and repair assistance online at www.handheld.com. Technical Assistance If you need assistance installing or troubleshooting, please call your Distributor or the nearest Hand Held Products technical support office: North America/Canada: Telephone: Fax number: E-mail: (800) 782-4263, option 4 (8 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST) (315) 685-4960 natechsupport@handheld.
Limited Warranty Hand Held Products, Inc. ("Hand Held Products") warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship and to conform to Hand Held Products’ published specifications applicable to the products purchased at the time of shipment.
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A Technical Specifications Dolphin 7200 Terminal Specifications Batch RS-232 2D Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Blend, Splash-resistant, one-piece module Dimensions Length: 6.85 in. (17 cm) Width: 2.63 in. (7 cm) Depth at handle: 1.62 in. (4 cm) Depth at front: 1.83 in.
Dolphin 7200 Terminal Specifications Batch Operating System RS-232 GS-DOS architecture programmable with standard x86 development tools; Microsoft C/C++ libraries provided for non-PC standard functions (scan engine support, communication & power management) 2D GS-DOS architecture programmable with standard x86 development tools; Microsoft C/C++ libraries provided for non-PC standard functions (image engine support, communication & power management) Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature -10
Dolphin 7200 Terminal Specifications Batch Bar code symbol types RS-232 2D Code 3 of 9, Interleaved 2 of 5, EAN, Codabar, Code 128, Plessey MSI, Code 11, Code 93, UPC 1D Linear Codes: Code 3 of 9, Interleaved 2 of 5, Code 11, TLC Code 39, IATA 2 of 5, MSI, UPC A, UPC EO, UPC EI, EAN/EAN13, Codabar, Code 128, Code 93 2D Codes: PDF417, microPDF, Maxicode, Datamatrix, Aztec, QR Code, Code 49 Composite Codes: RSS-14, CODABLOCK, AZTEC MESA OCR Codes: OCR A & OCR B Postal Codes: Postnet and most international
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B Bar Code Samples With the Demo program, the Dolphin terminal is programmed to read these codes. Practice scanning each of the bar codes, and notice the LCD window after you scan each code.
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C Decoding Demo Menu Layout 2D Decoding Demo Diagram The following flow diagram shows the layout of the menus available in the 2D Decoding Demo.
2D Decoding Demo Screen Shots Shown below are screen shots of the different menus listed above. Example: Selecting ALD decoding mode.
Decoding Options Select what you would like to edit F1-Decode Mode F2-Centering Window F3-ALD Window ESC-Quit Decode Mode The top of the screen will show the decode mode currently active on the Dolphin 7200 terminal. Standard Omni Mode Choose Desired Mode F1-Standard Omni F2-Reduced Omni F3-Advanced Linear ESC-Quit To set the Mode, Press: F1 - Standard Omni Hand Held Products' traditional search and decode routine. Gives full omnidirectional decoding over the whole image area.
Centering Window Press F2 for the Centering Window and the screen below will display. DISABLED!!!! Press: H for Help Enter to save This is the default setting for the Centering Window function. The Centering Window is used to keep the image engine from decoding the wrong symbol when you have several bar codes located close together.
ALD Window Press F3 and the ALD window shown below will display: Press: H for Help Enter to save ALD mode searches for linear bar codes across the middle of the image. How much of the image is searched is controlled by the window size. This mode only works on linear symbologies and only decodes them horizontally.
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D IQ Imaging Test Target Make copies of this page to use with the Dolphin 7200-2D terminal IQ Imaging demo (see F3 - I.Q. Imaging Demo on page 5-5).
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E GS-DOS Commands The Dolphin terminal ships with General Software DOS (GS-DOS). GS-DOS is compatible with Microsoft DOS (MS-DOS) and is optimized to run in a very small amount of memory.
Syntax: Call [d:] [pathname] [parameter1] [parameter2] […] CD (CHDIR) The CD command displays the current directory of the specified drive, or can change the current directory of the specified drive. If no drive is specified, then the default drive is used. Syntax: CD [drive:][pathname] CLS The CLS command clears the terminal's screen and resets the cursor position to the upper-left hand corner of the screen. The next prompt is issued on the top line of the screen.
Syntax: DIR [drive:][path] [wildcard-filename] ECHO The ECHO command has two functions; namely, control of the ECHO flag, and displaying messages in batch files. ECHO mode controls the command processor's echoing of commands in batch files. If ECHO mode is on, then commands read from batch files are automatically echoed to the screen before they are executed. If ECHO mode is off, then commands are not echoed as they are executed.
Syntax: PAUSE PROMPT The PROMPT command maintains the PROMPT environment variable that is used by COMMAND.COM to display something before the user is asked to type-in a command. The default PROMPT variable is $n$g. This has the effect of showing the current drive letter followed by a "greater-than" sign: Syntax: PROMPT string RD (RMDIR) The RD command removes a subdirectory from a root directory or of a subdirectory.
Syntax: SET [keyword=[string]] SHIFT Displays or changes the optional switch character. Syntax: SWITCH [character] SYNC The SYNC command provides a synchronization checkpoint feature that enables a batch file to flush the file system's buffers to disk before doing something that might otherwise cause a disorderly shutdown Syntax: SYNC TIME The TIME command displays or changes the system time.
Syntax: VOL [drive:] E-6 Dolphin® 7200 User’s Guide
F Declarations of Conformity EC declaration of conformity for the following: 89/336/EEC EMC Directive 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive as amended by 93/68/EEC 1. Product Identification Product name : Dolphin 1 Terminal and Homebase Line of business : Auto ID Model/type : N/A Version : N/A Additional information : This Product was tested with the following: Dolphin 1 Terminal Bar Code Scanner Dolphin 1 Homebase 2. Manufacturer Name : Hand Held Products, Inc. Address : 7510 E. Independence Blvd.
company mentioned at point 2 : Signature On File J.H. Cottrell Jr.
Declaration of Conformity EC declaration of conformity for the following: 89/336/EEC EMC Directive 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive as amended by 93/68/EEC 1. Product Identification Product Name : Dolphin RF 2.4 GHz Portable Data Collection Terminal Line of Business : Auto ID Model/Type : N/A Version : N/A Additional Information : This product was tested with the following: Dolphin I Homebase. 2. Manufacturer Name : Hand Held Products. Inc. Address : 7510 East Independence Blvd.
Declaration of Conformity EC declaration of conformity for the following: 89/336/EEC EMC Directive 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive as amended by 93/68/EEC 5. Test Report Name/Number : Telefication : ITE Emissions 98302120 : Electromagnetic Immunity for Res./ Comm,/Lt. Ind. (as listed above): 98302120 : SGS : LVD Compliance U0212 6.
Hand Held Products, Inc. 700 Visions Drive P.O.
