MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant D R AF T User Guide
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ii MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide © 2010 by Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form, or by any electrical or mechanical means, without permission in writing from Motorola. This includes electronic or mechanical means, such as photocopying, recording, or information storage and retrieval systems. The material in this manual is subject to change without notice. T The software is provided strictly on an “as is” basis.
iii Revision History Changes to the original manual are listed below: Change 02/2010 Description Initial release. D R AF T -01 Rev.
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T Table of Contents AF Patents.................................................................................................................................................. ii Revision History .................................................................................................................................... iii xiii xiii xiv xiv xvi xvii xvii xviii Chapter 1: Getting Started Introduction ...............................................................................................
vi MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide D R AF T Chapter 2: Using the MC75A Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... Home Screen ....................................................................................................................................... Status Bar ..............................................................................................................
Table of Contents D R AF T Using a Bluetooth Headset ............................................................................................................ Adjusting Audio Volume ................................................................................................................. Making a Call ....................................................................................................................................... Using the Phone Dialer ...................................
MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide Cold Boot ................................................................................................................................. Warm Boot ............................................................................................................................... Suspend ................................................................................................................................... Resume ........................................
Table of Contents ix 7-1 7-2 7-3 7-3 7-4 7-4 7-5 7-5 7-6 7-7 7-7 7-7 7-9 7-10 7-10 7-11 7-11 7-12 7-12 7-13 7-13 7-14 7-14 7-16 7-16 7-16 7-17 7-17 7-18 7-19 7-19 7-21 7-21 7-22 7-22 7-23 7-23 7-24 7-27 7-28 7-28 Chapter 8: Maintenance & Troubleshooting Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... Maintaining the MC75A .................................................................................
x MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide AF T Materials Required ......................................................................................................................... Cleaning the MC75A ...................................................................................................................... Housing .................................................................................................................................... Display ...........................
Table of Contents D R AF T Index xi
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Introduction AF T About This Guide This 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: R • MC75A Quick Start Guide - describes how to get the MC75A EDA up and running.
xiv MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide Configurations This guide covers the following configurations: Configuration Radios Display Memory Data Capture Operating System Keypads WPAN: Bluetooth WLAN: 802.11a/b/g 3.5” VGA Color 256 MB RAM/ 1 GB Flash 1D laser scanner, 2D imager or camera Windows Mobile 6.5 Classic Numeric or Alphanumeric keypad MC75A6 WPAN: Bluetooth WLAN: 802.11a/b/g WWAN: HSDPA GPS: SiRF III 3.
About This Guide 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: BTExplorer Software NOTE AF T Tap Start > Settings > System folder > System Info icon > System tab. To view the BTExplorer version information, the StoneStreet One Bluetooth stack must be enabled.
MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide Phone Software To determine the Phone software version: T xvi R AF Tap Start > Phone > Menu > Options > Phone Info or Version Information tab. MC75A8 D MC75A6 Chapter Descriptions Topics covered in this guide are as follows: • Chapter 1, Getting Started provides information on getting the MC75A up and running for the first time.
About This Guide xvii • Chapter 8, Maintenance & Troubleshooting includes instructions on cleaning and storing the MC75A, and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during MC75A operation. • Appendix A, Technical Specifications provides the technical specifications for the MC75A. • Appendix B, Keypads provides keypad layouts and operation. • Appendix C, Voice Quality Manager provides inflammation on using the Voice Quality Manager software.
xviii MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide Service Information If you have a problem with your equipment, contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility support for your region. Contact information is available at: http://www.motorola.com/enterprisemobility/contactsupport.
T Chapter 1 Getting Started AF Introduction This chapter lists the parts and accessories for the MC75A and explains how to install and charge the batteries, replace the strap, and power on the MC75A for the first time.
1-2 MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide Battery Cover Handstrap Handstrap Slot Battery Cover Latch Headset Jack Camera Flash IrDA Window Camera Memory Card Cover T Speaker Action Button Scan/Action Button Stylus Tether Point AF Scan Window (Imager Configuration Shown) Figure 1-2 MC75A Rear View Unpacking Carefully remove all protective material from the MC75A and save the shipping container for later storage and shipping.
Getting Started 1-3 • Power on the MC75A. • Configure the MC75A. Installing the SIM Card NOTE MC75A6 configurations only. GSM phone service requires a Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) card, or smart card. Obtain this card from the your service provider. The card fits into the MC75A and can contain the following information: • Mobile phone service provider account details. T • Information regarding service access and preferences.
MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide Figure 1-4 Inserting the SIM Card T 1-4 Lower the SIM cover and using the stylus tip, slide it in place. 5. Install the battery. See Installing the Main Battery on page 1-4 for more information. 6. After completing initial MC75A setup or after replacing a SIM card: AF 4. a. Press the red Power button. b. On the Today screen, tap the Antenna icon and select Wireless Manager in the dialog box. c. Ensure Phone is on. d.
Getting Started 1-5 Battery Battery Cover Latch Battery Cover Figure 1-5 Inserting the Battery T Release Latch 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. R Handstrap AF 3.
1-6 MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide 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.
Getting Started 1-7 Table 1-2 LED Charge Indications Charging/Battery Status LED Indication MC75A is not charging. MC75A is not inserted correctly in the cradle or connected to a power source. Charger/cradle is not powered. Slow Blinking Amber (1 blink every 2 seconds) MC75A is charging. Solid Amber Charging complete. 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.
1-8 MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide 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 Power window. To save battery power, tap the Advanced tab and set the MC75A to turn off after a specified number of minutes. Micro Secure Digital (microSD) Card Follow proper ESD precautions to avoid damaging the microSD card.
Getting Started 1-9 Adjusting the Handstrap The MC75A handstrap is attached to the bottom of the battery cover. Adjust the handstrap to increase comfort when holding the MC75A for extended periods of time. To adjust the handstrap: Feed the handstrap through the handstrap slot. 2. Secure the handstrap by pressing the two sides together as shown in Figure 1-10. AF T 1.
Battery Cover Latch AF Figure 1-11 Removing the Battery Cover T 1 - 10 MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide 7. Lift the top of the battery cover and remove. 8. Press the battery release latch on the bottom of the battery to unlock, and lift the battery out of the well. 9. Insert the replacement battery, top first, into the battery compartment in the back of the MC75A. 10. Press the battery down into the battery compartment until the battery release latch snaps into place.
Getting Started 1 - 11 Battery Management Observe the following battery saving tips: NOTE The MC75A factory default settings for the WWAN and WLAN radios are set to ON. • Leave the MC75A connected to AC power at all times when not in use. • Set the MC75A to turn off after a short period of non-use. • Turn off all wireless activities when not in use. T • Set the backlight to turn off after a short period of non-use. • Power off the MC75A when charging to charge at a faster rate.
1 - 12 MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide Turning Off the Radios Windows Mobile 6 devices include Wireless Manager, which provides a simple method of enabling, disabling, and configuring all the device’s wireless capabilities in one place. To open Wireless Manager, tap the Connectivity icon or tap Wireless Manager on the Today screen. AF T Connectivity icon Figure 1-12 Opening Wireless Manager D R Select Wireless Manager.
D R AF Figure 1-14 Wireless Manager Menu T Getting Started 1 - 13
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AF Introduction T Chapter 2 Using the MC75A This chapter explains the buttons, status icons, and controls on the MC75A, and provides basic instructions for using the MC75A, including powering on and resetting the MC75A, and entering and capturing data. The MC75A factory default radio states are: • Wireless LAN - ON • Bluetooth - OFF R • Phone - ON. Home Screen D The Home contains the Status Bar at the top of the screen, the Today screen in the center and the Soft Keys at the bottom of the screen.
2-2 MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide Status Bar The Status Bar at the top of the screen can contain the status icons listed in Table 2-1. Table 2-1 Status Icons Icon T Notifications Connectivity WAN Audio Battery Description AF Notifications Backup battery low. Notification that one or more instant messages were received. Notification that one or more e-mail/text messages were received. Notification that one or more voice messages were received. Speakerphone is on.
Using the MC75A Table 2-1 Status Icons (Continued) Icon Description Call missed. WAN Dialing while no SIM card is installed. Voice call in progress. Calls are forwarded. T Call on hold. Antenna/signal icon: wireless on/good signal. Antenna/signal icon: wireless off. Antenna/signal icon: no service or searching. AF HSDPA connecting. (MC75A6) HSDPA in use. (MC75A6) 3G connecting. (MC75A6) 3G in use. (MC75A6) GPRS connecting. (MC75A6) GPRS in use. (MC75A6) R EGPRS connecting.
2-4 MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide Table 2-1 Status Icons (Continued) Icon Description Main battery has a medium charge. Main battery has a low charge. Main battery has a very low charge. Today Screen T The Today screen is scrollable and contains a list of applications and an Information Status bar. The Information Status bar highlights the application that is under it and provides additional information.
Using the MC75A 2-5 Application Icon Figure 2-4 Information Bar Example T Application Information AF To customize the Today screen, tap Start > Settings > Today icon. Use the Appearance tab to customize the background and the Items tab to change the display format. Classic Today Screen The user can change the Today screen to the classic layout that is used in Windows Mobile 6.1.
MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide T 2-6 Figure 2-6 Today Screen Settings Deselect the Windows Default checkbox and select any of the other checkboxes. NOTE AF Tap OK. The task bar is only visible in the classic view. The task bar at the bottom of the screen can contain the task tray icons listed in Table 2-2. Table 2-2 Task Tray Icons Icon Name Description Indicates WLAN signal strength. Bluetooth Enabled Bluetooth radio is on.
Using the MC75A 2-7 Start Screen T The Start screen lists applications and folders available to the user. Table 2-3 lists the default programs and folders listed on the Start screen. AF Figure 2-7 Start Screen Table 2-3 Programs and Folders on the Start Screen Icon Name Today Name Description E-mail Send an Email. Send an SMS text message. Contacts Keep track of friends and colleagues. Internet Explorer Browse Web and WAP sites as well as download new programs and files from the Internet.
2-8 MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide Table 2-3 Programs and Folders on the Start Screen (Continued) Name Description Icon Name Description Use this mobile version of Windows Live™ to find information on the web. MSN Weather Check the local weather. Games Play games. MSN Money Keep track of your finances. Notes Create handwritten or typed notes, drawings, and voice recordings.
Using the MC75A 2-9 Table 2-3 Programs and Folders on the Start Screen (Continued) Name Description Icon Name Description Display information about the Bluetooth radio and generate a Bluetooth address bar code. BTScanner CtlPanel Set com port to use with a Bluetooth scanner. BTExplorer Manages Bluetooth connections using BTExplorer. Only available when the StoneStreet One Bluetooth stack is enabled.
2 - 10 MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide Settings Folder Table 2-4 lists the setting applications pre-installed on the MC75A. Tap Start > Settings to open the Settings folder. Table 2-4 Setting Applications in the Setting Folder Name Description Icon Name Description Clock & Alarms Set the device clock to the date and time of your locale or to a visiting time zone when you’re traveling. Alarms can also be set at specified days and times of a week.
Using the MC75A 2 - 11 Table 2-4 Setting Applications in the Setting Folder (Continued) Icon Name Description Icon Wi-Fi Setup wireless network connection and customize settings. Wireless Manager Enables or disables the MC75A’s wireless radios and customizes Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth settings. Name USB to PC Description Enables or disables the enhanced network connectivity. Assign a program to a button. Input System Folder About Enter personal information on the MC75A.
2 - 12 MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide Table 2-4 Setting Applications in the Setting Folder (Continued) Name Description Icon Name IST Settings Set the appropriate setting for configuring the device’s interactive Sensor Technology. Managed Programs Displays the programs that were installed on the MC75A using Mobile Device Manager. Keylight Set the keypad backlight time-out.
Using the MC75A 2 - 13 2. Tap and move the slide bar to adjust the volume. 3. Select the On or Off radio button to turn the volume on or off. You can also adjust the system volume using the Sounds & Notifications window, or use the Up/Down button on the side of the MC75A. Battery Status Indications AF T Battery icons appear on the navigation bar indicating the battery power level.
Figure 2-11 Warning Message Read the warning message and tap OK. R AF 2. T 2 - 14 MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide Figure 2-12 RunTime Tab 3. Select one of the Battery Reserve Options. • Option 1: Minimum - After a low battery shutdown, data will be retained for minimum amount of time. D Battery should be replaced immediately to avoid data loss. • Option 2: Less - After a low battery shutdown, data will be retained for less than normal amount of time.
Using the MC75A 2 - 15 • Level 3: Temperature Error; this level indicates the battery has reached an unusable temperature threshold T and immediately suspends the MC75A. This level does not have any graphical notification associated with it. R AF Figure 2-13 Main Battery Temperature Watch Dialog Box Figure 2-14 Main Battery Temperature Warning Dialog Box The Temperature Warning dialog box remains visible until you tap Hide. D NOTE LED Indicators The MC75A has three LED indicators.
2 - 16 MC75A Enterprise Digital Assistant User Guide Figure 2-15 LED Indicators Table 2-5 LED Indications Scan/Decode LED Solid Green Indication AF LED State T Scan/Decode Charging/Battery Radio Status LED (MC75A6/8 only) Status LED LED Successful decode/capture. Solid Red Laser enabled, scanning/imaging in process. Blink Red MC75A is going into suspend mode. Off Not enabled. Charging/Battery Status LED R Slow Blinking Amber Main battery in MC75A is charging.
