HANDHELD COMPUTER DF6 USER’S GUIDE (PRELIMINARY DRAFT)
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Regulatory Information/ Disclaimers Installation and use of this computer must be in strict accordance with the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any changes or modifications (including the antennas) made to this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class-B digital device pursuant part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and radiates radio frequency energy. If not being installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
FCC Caution To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. (Example: use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices).
CE Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) and the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
CE Declaration of Conformity It is confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the approximation of the laws of the member states relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2004/108/EC), Low‐voltage Directive (2006/95/EC) and the procedures given in R&TTE Directive (99/5/EC). The equipment was passed, and the equipment test was performed according to the following European standards: EN 300 328 V1.7.1 (2006) EN 301 489‐1 V1.8.1 (2008‐04) / EN 301 489‐17 V1.3.
Power Conservation This handheld computer consumes less power compared to conventional consumer computers. The power consumption may be further reduced by properly configuring the Power Management Setup. It is recommended that the power saving features be enabled even when not running on battery power. Power Management features can conserve power without degrading system performance.
Battery Precautions Only use batteries designed for this handheld computer. Using incompatible battery types may cause explosion, leakage or damage to the computer. Do not remove the battery from the computer while the computer is powered on. Do not continuously use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears damaged (e.g. bent or twisted) in any way. Even if the computer is able to continuously work with a damaged battery, the circuit damage may occur and possibly cause fire.
Environmental Information, Material Safety & Recycling All materials used in the manufacturing of this equipment are recyclable or environmentally friendly. Please recycle the packing materials in accordance with local regulations at the end of the product's service life. Notice: The equipment may contain insignificant amount of hazardous substances for health and environment below control level.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1 - Getting Started .................................................................................... 1 Unpacking...................................................................................................................1 Workplace ..................................................................................................................2 Environmental Ratings ...............................................................................................
Backlight Control ......................................................................................................36 Device Information...................................................................................................37 Function Keys ...........................................................................................................37 USB Client Function..................................................................................................37 Battery Notification.....
Getting Started Chapter 1 - Getting Started Unpacking The following list of items are packaged and shipped along with your handheld computer. If any of these items is missing or damaged, please notify your dealer immediately.
Getting Started Workplace A clean and moisture-free environment is preferred. Make room for air circulation. Remember to avoid areas from: Sudden or extreme changes in temperature. Extreme heat. Strong electromagnetic fields (Near television set, motor rotation area, etc.). Dust or high humidity. If this handheld computer is required to work in a hostile environment, please maintain your handheld computer regularly by cleaning dust, water, and etc.
Getting Started Appearance Overview Before starting to use your handheld computer, it is advisable that you take a quick glance to familiarize yourself with the locations of your device’s external buttons and components. Front View 1 2 3 No. Feature Functional Description Remark 1 LED/Charge Indicator LED lights up (orange) when charging begins. 2 LCD/Touch LCD Resolution: 480 x 800. Single-touch resistive touchscreen. Refer to 3 Function Keys Embedded function customized.
Getting Started Rear View 1 4 2 3 No. Feature Functional Description 1 Battery Lock Slot-type head for locking the battery. 2 Speaker Mono Speaker for audio output. 3 Battery Pack Provides power source to your device. 4 Optional Camera Module 5.0 MP camera with LED fill light.
Getting Started Right View 1 No. 2 Feature Functional Description 1 Power Button Turns the device on or off. Put the device to lock or suspend mode. 2 SIM Card Slot Micro SD Card Slot SIM card slot for connectivity. Removable mass storage media. Remark Left View 2 1 No. Feature Functional Description 1 Volume Control Increases/decreases device audio volume.
Getting Started Top View 2 No. 3 1 Feature Functional Description 1 Embedded Antennas Optional Embedded Antennas for GPS 2 Location 1 Optional SMA Antenna function: WiFi & Bluetooth, GPS 3 Location 2 Optional SMA Antenna function: WiFi & Bluetooth, GPS Remark Bottom View 2 1 No. Feature 3 Functional Description DC-in Jack DC-in jack to connect to AC adapter. I: Micro USB M: DC-in 5V with sealed LEMO 8or9?? pin Connector 2 Location 5 Optional Fisher 8 pin connector.
Getting Started Ready for Use After taking a quick look at your handheld computer, the following illustrations will help you setup your handheld computer ready for operations. Mounting the Battery A. Mount the battery into the battery bay. B. Turn clockwise and lock firmly with a slot screwdriver or a coin.
Getting Started Connecting the AC Adapter 1. Insert the USB cable to the micro USB 2. Connect the end of the USB cord to the client. USB AC adapter. 3. Plug the USB AC adapter into an electrical outlet. Turning ON the Power A. Make sure the battery is securely mounted. Connect all power cords properly. B. Turn on the power of your handheld computer by pressing the “Power Button“. Press the button to turn on the power of your handheld computer.
Getting Started Turning Off the Power To turn off the power of your handheld computer, press the power button once and wait for the Power Menu to be displayed onscreen. From the Power Menu, tap the “Power Off” icon to turn off the power of your handheld computer. Note: If you lose power during operation (i.e. running out of battery), all unsaved work and data will be lost.
Operating Information Chapter 2 - Operating Information Start Using Your Handheld Computer Turn on your handheld computer by using the power button. After turning on the power of your handheld computer, the device will boot up with Windows CE 6.0 R3. Boot Up When you turn on the power, your handheld computer will start to load the required boot up files and processes for operation. This start-up procedure is called “boot up”.
Operating Information Start Menu and Task Bar The Start Menu, which is located at the bottom of your desktop, allows you to access programs and applications installed within your handheld computer, launch applications, as well as access the control panel to change device settings. The Task Bar provides a quick overview of running programs and applications, allowing multi-tasking and switching between different applications conveniently. A sample image of Start Menu and Task Bar is provided below.
Operating Information Stop Using Your Handheld Computer In order to conserve your device battery life, you may place your device into one of the several power states available, either temporarily or for an extended period of time. You can change the power state of your handheld computer anytime by pressing the power button to open up the Power Menu. The Power Menu provides three power states for you to choose from. Each state has a certain level of power consumption and supported functionalities.
Operating Information Suspend In Suspend state, the device LCD display is turned off, all tap inputs and button inputs (except the power button) are disabled. Applications that were launched prior to entering this state will be put on halt; established wireless connectivity will be lost. All unsaved application data prior to entering this state are maintained. By placing your handheld device into this state, you can conserve even more battery life than Lock state.
Operating Information Hard Reset In the event that your handheld computer hangs or stops responding, you can perform a Hard Reset by pressing and holding the power button for 8 seconds. This action will invoke your device to perform a graceful reset without damaging any components of your device. Please note that any unsaved work or data will be lost after a Hard Reset.
Operating Information Using the Touchscreen Basic Operation Your handheld computer is equipped with a highly sensitive touch screen, allowing you to navigate on the touch screen easily without using other external devices. To conduct operation with your touchscreen, please begin by using the stylus provided with your handheld device. A list of operating tips is provided below to help you operate the touch screen more effectively with your stylus pen.
Operating Information Entering Information A virtual keyboard is provided with your device for text and information input. To access the virtual keyboard, please tap on the Input Panel icon of your Task Bar. Your handheld computer is configured a large-sized virtual keyboard for your operational convenience. To hide your virtual keyboard, please tap on the Input Panel icon and select Hide Input Panel.
Operating Information Stylus Calibration In order to maintain the accuracy of the inputs and touches you perform, stylus calibration is required. Before using the touch screen, please follow the instructions below to calibrate your touchscreen for a more precise positioning.
Operating Information Audio Features Your handheld computer is equipped with an audio codec for sound playback. To adjust the volume of your device, please use the volume up/down button located at the upper left side of your device. Alternatively, you can also adjust volume through the built-in audio functions of Windows CE. You can access Volume & Sounds Properties via the following path: Start => Settings => Control Panel.
Operating Information Manage SIM Card / Micro SD Card Your handheld computer has a SIM card slot for wireless connectivity, as well as a Micro SD card slot for storage expansion. The SIM card slot supports the Mini-SIM format. The Micro SD card slot supports SDHC format, which supports card capacity up to 32 GB. The card slots are located at the bottom-right side of your handheld computer. To remove the card slot cover, please use a slot head screwdriver or a suitable sized coin.
Operating Information The design of SIM card and micro SD card slots are foolproof; if you encounter difficulty in inserting the cards, please turn/reverse the cards and try again. When inserting SIM card and micro SD card, the connector pins of your cards should be facing the center (the green bar in the image above). Inserting Micro SD Card Insert Micro SD card into the bottom card slot with pins facing up. Inserting SIM Card Insert SIM card into the top card slot with pins facing down.
Operating Information Set and Manage Device Password You can set a password for your handheld computer by setting up proper password settings. You can access password settings via Start => Settings => Control Panel => Password. You can set to enable password protection at power up or screen saver. When set to power up, your handheld computer will prompt you for password. When set to screen saver mode, your device will prompt for password every time the device returns to operation from screen saver.
Operating Information Device Connectivity For your ease of operations, you can turn on or off your wireless devices through the proprietary software application - “Device Power Manager”. Device Power Manager can be accessed via the following path: Start => Settings => Control Panel Note: The following section describes connectivity options that are for selected models only. Please check with your distributor to determine the device connectivity available for your specific model.
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Operating Information Wi-Fi (Optional) Wi-Fi is an optional wireless communication module for your handheld computer for Wi-Fi connectivity. The Wi-Fi module of your handheld computer supports IEEE 802.11 b/g. To activate your Wi-Fi function, please follow the illustrations below: 1. Activate the Device Power Manager After activating the Device Power Manager, press the Wi-Fi button to enable Wi-Fi functions. 2.
Operating Information Bluetooth (Optional) A Class 2, Bluetooth® v2.1 + EDR system with A2DP is available for your handheld computer. This module is backward compatible with v1.1/1.2/2.0 devices and provides your handheld computer with a short-range wireless communication protocol to connect with other compatible devices. To activate your Bluetooth functions, please follow the instructions below. 1.
Operating Information 3. Using BthManager (This section will be added when the software is available.
Operating Information GPS (Optional) An optional GPS module is available for your handheld computer. This GPS module supports both GPS and Galileo systems, allowing your device to support GPS applications and functions. To activate your GPS functions, please follow the instructions below. 1. Activate the Device Power Manager After activating the Device Power Manager, press the GPS button to enable GPS functions. 2. Activate GPS functions Please install your GPS applications and launch.
Operating Information COM (Optional) An optional COM port is available for your handheld computer. The COM port allows your handheld computer to interface and communicate with other equipment. To activate your COM functions, please follow the instructions below. 1. Activate the Device Power Manager After activating the Device Power Manager, press the COM button to enable COM port functions. Note: This optional COM port is on port 5.
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Operating Information Chapter 3- Managing Power USB AC Adapter The USB AC adapter performs two functions: It powers the computer from an external AC source. It charges the computer battery. The adapter automatically detects the AC line voltage (100V or 240V) and adjusts accordingly. The following are recommended when using the USB AC adapter: Use a properly grounded AC outlet. Use one AC outlet exclusively for the computer. Having other appliances on the same line may cause interference.
Operating Information Battery The power source of your handheld computer will automatically switch to battery when external power source (such as USB AC adapter or optional vehicle adapter) is disconnected. The following section provides battery related information, operation, as well as power-saving tips. Battery Low When the battery is nearly exhausted, Windows CE will give out a “Battery Low” warning message.
Operating Information Battery Gauge You may check battery status from battery gauge in Windows CE. Please tap on the power/battery icon to expand the battery gauge window, as shown below. Alternatively, you can find via the path: Start => Settings => Control Panel => Power Battery Power Saving Tips You may extend the battery life of your handheld computer by: Lower the LCD display brightness using backlight control. Put your device into lock or suspend state to conserve battery life.
Operating Information Note: Always remember to turn OFF the power of your handheld computer before changing the battery.
Using Special Applications Chapter 4 - Using Special Applications Display Rotation Display Rotation enables your device to change display between landscape and portrait orientations. You can change the display orientation of your device between 4 types of rotation angles.
Using Special Applications Device Power Manager Device Power Manager is a pre-installed software application supplied with your handheld computer, designed for your operational convenience. By integrating your handheld computer’s connectivity into a single application, you can easily turn on or off specific connectivity function(s) during unneeded times to conserve battery life.
Using Special Applications Backlight Control Backlight Control functions to adjust the backlight intensity of your handheld computer. By adjusting the backlight level to a desirable level, the battery life of your device can be extended. This application is also useful for limiting the backlight level during low-profile operations.
Using Special Applications Device Information Under Device Information, you can view detailed information of your handheld computer. Information such as the OS Version, Build Version, CPU clock frequency, amount of On-Board RAM/ROM, etc., are listed here.
Using Special Applications Function Keys Function Keys is an application that can call up operational features instantly. There are three function keys for users to assign. To activate the User Define function, please first tap the User Defined checkbox, and next tap the function key. Then, a pop-up window will appear (as the figure below) and you can choose which application program you want to assign. Once you have done, please tap “OK” on the upper right side.
Using Special Applications To activate Control Panel, please first choose a function key, such as II in the figure below, and tap the Control Panel box. Then, tap one of the applications in the dropdown list, and the setting will be completed. Tap to select the desired application. To activate the System, please first choose a function, such as III in the figure below, and tap the System box. Then tap the dropdown list to select the setting. Tap to select the desired setting.
Using Special Applications USB Client Function USB Client Function lets you to define the function when your handheld is connected to the host. There are three kinds of USB Client functions, including Active Sync, USB Disk, and Network. Active Sync allows you to transmit files, music, or document between your handheld and PC synchronically. USB Disk features as the storage of your PC when you insert a memory card in your handheld device. Network can share the network resource between your handheld and PC.
Using Special Applications Battery Notifications Battery Notification is an application that warns users that the battery is running very low by vibrating the device. There are two occasions of vibration including “Vibrate device on battery low status” and “Vibrate device on battery critical status”. To apply the function, tap the checkbox once to enable (tab again to disable). You can also decide the frequency of vibration by “Vibrate internal” with the span between 30 seconds to 10 minutes.
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Specifications Chapter 5 - Specifications Processor Texas Instruments AM3715 Sitara™ 1 GHz Based on enhanced ARM Cortex™-A8 45 nm fabrication process Memory and Storage RAM: 512 MB Mobile RAM ROM: 4 GB (Default) Removable Mass Storage: SDHC Micro SD card slot x 1 (up to 32 GB) Audio Built-in Audio codec and amplifier Mono Speaker (Back Side) Embedded Microphone for sound recording Display 5” WVGA LCD with LED backlight (480 x 800 Resolution) Anti-Glare, Anti-Refle
Specifications Wireless Communication Devices (Options) Wi-Fi 802.11 b.g.n & Bluetooth v2.1: WG-7310 GPS: Ublox LEA6H I/O Ports Right: Micro SD/SIM slot Expansion POGO Connector Top: SMA Ant. Bottom: I: Sealed Micro USB (USB Client) M: Sealed DC-in 5V with LEMO Conn.
Specifications AC Adapter 10W (5V/2A) Micro USB Plug Input: AC 100V-240V 50/60 Hz Output: DC 5V/2A Camera (Option) 5.0 Megapixel auto-focus camera with LED flashlight Double Capacity Battery (Option) 3.7V, 7040mAh Li-ion battery pack Dimensions & Weight 175 mm (W) x 90 mm (D) x 20 mm (H) (Dimensions measured with bumpers) Weight: 395 g / 0.87 lb. (standard unit, with battery package) 310 g / 0.67 lb.
Specifications Carrying Bag: Recyclable PE Fiber Quick Guide: Recycled/Recyclable Paper Color: NATO Green/Black Certification CE FCC WEEE REACH I: IP65; M: IP66 MIL-STD-810G MIL-STD-461F Accessories Wall Mount 10W (5V/2A) AC Adapter (DC-in cable length: 1M) 1M USB Cable (Micro USB to USB) Optional Stylus Pen with holder Optional Carry Bag Optional 1M USB cable (LEMO to USB0 Multi Battery Charger MCDF Chapter 5 - 46
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Maintenance and Service Chapter 6 - Maintenance and Service Cleaning ALWAYS turn off the power, unplug the power cord and remove the battery before cleaning. The exterior of the device and display may be wiped with a clean, soft, and lint-free cloth. If there is difficulty removing dirt, apply non-ammonia, non-alcohol based glass cleaner to the cloth and wipe clean. An air gun is recommended for cleaning water and dust. For salty water please clean with fresh water then blow-dry with an air gun.
Maintenance and Service - Check the Device Power Manager that the Wi-Fi has been turned on. I cannot connect to another device with Bluetooth network Bluetooth • Ensure that: - Both devices have Bluetooth turned on. - The distance between the two devices is not over 10 meters/32 feet and that there are no large obstructions between the devices. - Both devices are compatible.
Maintenance and Service RMA Service 1. If troubleshooting steps are unsuccessful, consult your dealer for RMA. 2. Shipping instructions: 3. Remove any personal data. 4. Use the original shipping container and packing materials, if possible. 5. If the original packing materials are not available, wrap the equipment with soft material (e.g. PU/PE form) then put the wrapped equipment into a hard cardboard shipping box. 6.
