PA500II Data Collection Terminal - PA500II - User’s Manual 400892G Preliminary
Preface About This Manual This manual explains how to install, operate and maintain the PA500II Data Collection Terminal. 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 the manufacturer. 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.
Regulatory Compliance Statements FCC Warning Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to 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 can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference with radio communications.
FCC Label Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. 2. This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
TaiwanNCC Warning Statement 交通部電信總局低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法 (930322) 根據交通部低功率管理辦法規定： 第十二條 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者 均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。 第十四條 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有 干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合 法通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。 低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電 機設備之干擾。 Laser Information The Unitech PA500II series is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS/CDRH 21CFR Subchapter J and to the requirements of IEC 825-1. Class II and Class 2 products are not considered to be hazardous.
Battery Notices The PA500II is equipped with a Lithium-Ion battery pack and backup battery. Both batteries will discharge after an extended period of not being used. When both batteries are discharged, recharge the unit for 4.5 hours in order to fully charge the main battery and backup battery. Recharge the PA500II through the following: 1. Plug the USB charging cable to the PA500II and plug the 5V/3A AC-DC adapter to the power jack of the USB charging cable.
Battery charge notice It is important to consider the environment temperature whenever the Lithium-Ion battery pack is charged. Charging is most efficient at normal room temperature or in a slightly cooler environment. It is essential that batteries are charged within the stated range of 0°C to 40°C. Charging batteries outside of the specified range could damage the batteries and shorten their charging life cycle.
Storage and safety notice Although charged Lithium-Ion batteries may be left unused for several months, their capacity may be depleted due to build up of internal resistance. If this happens they will require recharging prior to use. Lithium-Ion batteries may be stored at temperatures between -20°C to 60°C, however they may deplete more rapidly at the higher temperature ranges. It is recommended to store batteries within normal room temperature ranges.
Table of Contents Preface About This Manual ............................................................................................ i Battery Notices .......................................................................................... v Battery charge notice ......................................................................... vi Storage and safety notice.................................................................. vii Warranty ............................................................
Establishing Device-PC Connection ........................................................12 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync ..........................................................12 Connecting the Device to Your Computer .........................................13 WiFi Connection ......................................................................................14 Using the Summit Utilities .................................................................14 Chapter 4 Barcode Scanner Programs.........
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Chapter 1 Getting Started Introducing the PA500II Thank you for purchasing the PA500II Data Collection Terminal. Your PA500II was designed for users who need a compact and durable portable computer for data collection and real time transactions. The unitech PA500II Data Collection Terminal is a compact mobile computing device designed for maximum durability. Easy to Use The unit is equipped with a color display with touch screen, a five-way directional key, and six application keys.
PA500II Product Introduction & Accessory Kit After opening the box, ensure the following accessories for the PA500II are present: PA500II Terminal Power Adapter* Battery Pack Stylus with bungee lanyard USB charging cable QRG/UM CD-ROM * The adapter’s replaceable clip plugs is available, depending on the region. If anything is missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer. 2 Copyright 2011 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
Tour of the PA500II The following sections describe the main components and features of the PA500II. Front View No. 1 Component Barcode laser scanner Description Reads and captures information on a barcode label. (optional) Indicates the battery charging and barcode scanning status. 2 Status indicator Green - Battery is fully charged, the device is running on battery power, or barcode scanning Red – Battery is being charged and barcode scanner is fired/activated.
5 LCD touch screen Displays the applications and data stored on your device. It is touch-sensitive and responds to the stylus or finger. Includes a software keyboard button, navigation key and 6 Keypad application buttons to launch Microsoft Outlook Mobile programs. 7 (Reserved) 8 Left scanner trigger key Press to activate the barcode laser scanner. 9 Cord holder Eyelet for holding the elastic bungee lanyard. Rear View 12 13 14 10 16 11 No.
Setting up the PA500II Perform the following set up tasks to begin using your device: Install the battery pack. Charge your device. Power on the PA500II Installing the Battery WARNING! There is a risk of fire and burn if the battery pack is handled improperly. DO NOT disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or dispose the battery pack in fire or water. DO NOT attempt to open or service the battery pack.
3. 4. If you remove the main battery and plug it back before the backup battery lost power, PA500II will be warm start. If you remove the main battery and plug it back after the backup battery lost power, PA500II will be clean booted. Charging the PA500II For initial use, you need to charge your device for about 16 hours. After that, you can charge it everyday to recharge the battery to full capacity. You can charge your device using the USB charging cable.
If the battery level becomes low, a status icon appears on the device screen indicating low or very low battery status. In both cases, perform an ActiveSync operation to back up your data, and then recharge your device as soon as possible. If the battery level reaches a low status, the device will enter a sleep mode and cannot be powered up until the battery is charged. Windows Mobile 5.
The PA500II will prompt you to calibrate the unit by tapping a sequence of screen locations. Tap gently but firmly. When you have completed the 3. series of taps, press the Enter button to confirm it. Set the Time Zone, Date, and Time Select your current time zone from the Time zone drop-down menu, and 4. then tap Next. Follow all onscreen instructions to complete the set up. The setup wizard provides tips for using the pop-up menus and assign a lock password to access your device.
Chapter 2 Using the Hardware Using the Keypad The PA500II keypad has a navigation key and six special keys to launch particular applications and display the on-screen keyboard. 2 7 5 1 6 3 8 4 No. Button Name Description 1 ESC Press the ESC button to exit from the section you entered. 2 P1 Press P1 to enable Task Manager. 3 P2 Press P2 to enable scanner. 4 P3 Press P3 to enable Battery. 5 P4 Press P4 to enable Device Setting.
1. Push the stylus in the direction of the arrow, then pull out to remove the stylus from its holder. 2. 3. Hold the stylus like holding a pencil. To make a choice from a menu, lightly tap the tip of the stylus on that choice. 4. To write data into a field on a form, use the stylus to print the letters or numbers (of on-screen keyboard). Use very light pressure.
2. Push the card into the slot until you feel the SD card click into place, and this will signal that the card is already properly seated in the slot. The card is secure when it is not protruding from the slot. To remove a storage card: 1. Hold the device securely. Push the card in and release. The card pops 2. out. Remove the card from the slot. 11 Copyright 2011 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
Chapter 3 Getting Connected The PA500II enables users to link to a host computer using an RS-232, or Bluetooth, WiFi, and GPRS connection for data communication. This chapter provides an over-view of PA500II communication options. Establishing Device-PC Connection Installing Microsoft ActiveSync In order to exchange data between your computer and the PA500II, Microsoft Active-Sync must be installed on your computer.
Connecting the Device to Your Computer 1. 2. 3. After ActiveSync has been installed, connect PA500II to your PC as described in connecting the terminal to a host (PC/Notebook) to a PC. Turn the PA500II on. ActiveSync starts automatically and configure the USB port to work with the PA500II. The New Partnership setup wizard automatically starts. NOTE: If ActiveSync doesn’t start automatically, click Start → Programs → Microsoft ActiveSync.
WiFi Connection Unitech terminals come with built-in RF facility. A wireless network can be added either when the network is detected or by manually entering settings information. Before following these instructions, make sure if authentication information is needed. Using the Summit Utilities You can use the Summit Client Utility tool to setup or change the WiFi settings. Admin Login 1. Tap Start → Setting → System → Wi-Fi. The Summit Client Utility window appears. 2.
Scan Available AP 1. Under Profile tab, tap Scan for available AP. 2. You may select a desired AP to create a new profile. Tap Configure. 3. Tap Yes to create the new profile. 4. Enter the WEP key or network key. Tap OK. 15 Copyright 2011 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
Commit and Activate 1. Tap Commit to activate the setting. 2. Under Main tab, select the profile you want to activate. 3. Under Status tab, you can see the IP address, signal strength and quality. 4. 5. Tap OK to exit the Summit Client Utility. Tap Start → Boot-Mode. Tap Warm Boot to warm start the terminal and load the previous settings. 6. If you want to disconnect the AP, tap Disable Radio. 16 Copyright 2011 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
Chapter 4 Barcode Scanner Programs PA500II provides an option for the barcode scanner, allowing you to scan and decode various types of 1D/2D barcodes. Scanner Setting When it is necessary for the user to change the default barcode symbology for a different application, the Scanner Control Panel provides the ability to change default symbology, place delimiter characters behind scanned data, and save the settings. Tap Start → Settings → System → Scanner. The Scanner Control Panel appears.
Barcode Symbologies Barcode Enable / Symbology Disable Australian Char Check Transmit / Digit Check Others verification Char/digit YES Send bar width data Post British Post YES Canadian YES Post Codabar YES YES Code 11 YES YES Code YES YES Transmit start & stop char, *data length *data length *data length 128/EAN 128 Code 39 YES YES YES For ASCII, Transmit start & stop char, Append mode, *data length Code 93 YES *data length Dutch (KIX) YES Post EAN 13 YES YES 2 digit addend
Barcode Enable / Symbology Disable Char Check Transmit / Digit Check Others verification Char/digit Postnet YES RSS YES YES *data length (Databar) UPC A YES YES 2 digit addenda, 5 digit addenda, Addenda required, Include addenda separator, Send number system UPC E YES YES 2 digit addenda, 5 digit addenda, Addenda required, Include addenda separator, Send number system, Expanded UPC-E UPC E1 YES YES 2 digit addenda, 5 digit addenda, Addenda required, Include addenda separator, Send nu
Enable / Barcode Symbology Disable Char Check Transmit / Digit Check verification Char/digit Others TLC-39 (TCIF Linked YES Code 39) NOTE: *Value Adjustable Scanner Control Panel Version 5.14 20 Copyright 2011 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
Chapter 5 Advanced Settings Performing a Hardware Reset You may have to perform a reset if the device freezes (i.e., the device no longer responds to the buttons or tapping on the screen). A soft reset allows your device to get a fresh start, similar to rebooting a computer. This will restart your device and adjust memory allocation. All records and entries are retained after a soft reset. Unsaved data in open programs may be lost. Performing a Warm Boot Method 1: From Windows Mobile 1.
Method 2: From Hardware 1. Remove the stylus from its holder. 2. Lightly press the tip of the stylus to the reset button located at the rear side of the terminal. Reset button Performing a Cold Boot A cold boot will erase all data and all programs you have added, and will restore the device to the default factory settings. Never perform a cold boot unless a warm boot does not correct your problem.
2. Tap Cold Boot. The system is reset and you will lose all data including all files in the RAM memory. Performing a Clean Boot Performing clean boot will set the terminal to the factory default settings. To perform the clean boot, press the hard reset key and keep pressing the ESC key during boot screen that appears. 23 Copyright 2011 unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. unitech is a registered trademark of unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
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Appendix I System Specification System CPU: Marvell PXA320 Processor, 806MHz Mobile DDR RAM: 256MB NAND Flash RAM: 512MB OS: Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5 Classic Display Transflective color 3.5” QVGA with backlight 240×320 touch panel LCD Keypad 4 function keys + Navigation keys Notification LED 1D Barcode EngineUPC-A/E, EAN-8/13, Codabar, Code 39, Symbologies Code 39 full ASCI, Code 93,Code32, Interleaved & Std.
Operating Temperature: 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°C) Storage Temperature: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C) Environmental Charging Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40° C) Relative Humidity: 5% ~ 95% (non-condensing) Drop Test to Concrete: 3 feet ( 90 cm) on 6 faces/4 corners to concrete Microsoft Visual Studio 2005/2008 Software Auto Installer Mobile Device 12Manage: Software and configuration management, Asset Management tracking, remote diagnostics and performance measurement Software and Service Accessori
Appendix II Worldwide Support Unitech’s professional support team is available to quickly answer questions or technical-related issues. Should an equipment problem occur, please contact the nearest Unitech regional service representative. For complete contact information please visit the Web sites listed below: Region Web Site Global Operation Center http://www.ute.com Unitech Taiwan http://tw.ute.com Unitech Asia Pacific & Middle East http://apac.ute.com http://india.ute.
