PA690 Rugged Handheld Computer - PA690 - User’s Manual 400854G Version 1.3 Copyright 2011 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
Copyright 2011 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
Preface About This Manual This manual explains how to install, operate and maintain the PA690 Rugged Handheld Computer. No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form, or by any electrical or mechanical means, such as photocopying, recording, or information storage and retrieval systems, without permission in writing from the manufacturer. The material in this manual is subject to change without notice. © Copyright 2011 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
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. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. 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 PA690 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 PA690 is equipped with a Lithium-Ion battery pack and a Ni-Mh backup battery. Both batteries will discharge after an extended period of no use. When both batteries are discharged, recharge the unit for 12 hours in order to fully charge the main battery and backup battery. Recharge the PA690 battery by doing the following: 1. Plug the USB charging cable into the PA690 and plug the 5V/3A AC-DC adapter into the power jack of the USB charging cable. 2.
Battery charge notice It is important to consider the environment temperature when 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. CAUTION! Do not charge batteries at a temperature lower than 0°C.
Table of Contents Preface About This Manual ............................................................................................ i Regulatory Compliance Statements ............................................................. ii FCC Warning Statement ........................................................................... ii FCC Label Statement .............................................................................. iii RF Radiation Exposure Statement........................................
PA690 HF Rear and Left View......................................................................6 Turning ON the PA690 for the First Time......................................................6 Installing the Battery .....................................................................................7 Charging the Battery ....................................................................................8 Keypads and Function Buttons.....................................................................
Chapter 4 Barcode Scanner Programs...........................................................................25 Scanner Setting..........................................................................................25 Scan2Key ...................................................................................................25 Barcode Symbologies.............................................................................26 Barcode Symbologies 2D ...........................................................
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Chapter 1 Getting Started Introducing the PA690 Thank you for purchasing the PA690 Rugged Handheld Computer. The Unitech PA690 is a rugged handheld computer designed to empower your mobile workforce in today’s aggressive business environment. As productivity and efficiency define the benchmark for success, the PA690 provides field-based workers with a host of data collection tools and a comprehensive wireless communication platform, all in a compact, durable and ergonomic form factor.
Features Powerful system Microsoft Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5 operating system Marvell PXA320 processor with speed of up to 806 MHz System memory 256MB Mobile DDR 512MB NaNDFlash Display 3.8” TFT LCD touch screen 480 (W) x 800 (H) resolution (WVGA) Supports display rotation Audio MIC Speaker Receiver (Headphone) Expansion slot MicroSD memory card slot, supporting up to 32GB Wireless connectivity WLAN, 802.11a/b/g WWAN, GSM : HSDPA WPAN, Class II, Bluetooth 2.
PA690 Product Introduction & Accessory Kit PA690 Terminal Manual CD Stylus Battery Elastic Stylus String Hand Strap Power Adaptor Plugs 3 Copyright 2011 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
Tour of the PA690 The following sections describe the main components and features of the PA690. PA690 Front and Right View 1 4 9 10 2 11 12 5 3A 6 3B 7 8 1 LED indicators 7 Power button 2 LCD touch screen 8 Universal connector 3A Microphone 9 Scanner trigger button 3B Reset button 4 Receiver 10 Mute / vibration button* 5 Scan button 11 Camera button 6 Keypad 12 Memory card slot *Note: If you just want Mute, hit the “+ -“ button on the left side of the unit, and then select “OFF”.
PA690 Rear and Left View 1 5 6 2 3 7 8 11 9 12 4 10 1 Barcode scanner window 7 Speaker 2 Earphone jack 8 5M/AF camera 3 Microphone 9 LED flash light 4 Battery compartment 10 Battery compartment tab 5 Antenna 11 Scanner trigger button 6 Stylus 12 Volume up/down 5 Copyright 2011 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
PA690 HF Rear and Left View 1 5 6 2 3 7 11 8 12 9 4 10 1 Barcode scanner window 7 Speaker 2 Earphone jack 8 5M/AF camera 3 Microphone 9 LED flash light 4 Battery compartment 10 Battery compartment tab 5 Antenna 11 Scanner trigger button 6 Stylus 12 Volume up/down Turning ON the PA690 for the First Time After you have initially charged your device for about 16 hours, the device is ready to be used. You can now start up your device.
Installing the Battery WARNING! There is a risk of fire and burns 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. Dispose of used batteries according to local recycling guidelines in your area. A backup battery cell is embedded into your device to prevent data loss when the main battery pack is removed or completely discharged.
5. Replace the battery compartment cover by pushing down on the tabs and sliding them back into place as shown. NOTE: Make sure the battery compartment cover is securely closed, or you may be unable to turn ON the terminal. Charging the Battery Before using the terminal for the first time, you need to charge it for about 16 hours. After that, you can charge the terminal for 4 hours to recharge the battery to full capacity. Charge the terminal using the USB charging cable or the docking station.
Checking the LED status Terminal LED indicators from left to right: -- GPRS/Bluetooth Communication -- Scan -- Power LED Status Description Flashing Yellow GPRS module is enabled. GPRS/Bluetooth Terminal Scan Power Flashing Blue Bluetooth module is enabled.
Key ~ Description Key Description Enter key Backspace key Tab key Function key Alpha key, toggle between numeric and alphabetic entry modes Windows key Alphanumeric keys Hang-off key Answer key Left cursor key Right cursor key Up cursor key Down cursor key When the PA690 turns on, the numeric mode is on by default. When you toggle to alpha mode, the CAPS mode is off by default. Use the Alpha key to toggle to CAPS.
For Numeric Keypad Key Description Key Description + Calibration + Screen backlight toggling + Keypad backlight toggling + Power management + Device information + Softkey 1 + Softkey 2 + Decrease screen backlight brightness + Increase screen backlight brightness + TALK + END TALK + Task manager execution + Scanner setting Using Alpha keys Key Alpha Off Alpha On CAPS Off CAPS On 0 Space, @, $, “, 0 Space, @, $, “, 0 1 +, -, \, %, 1 +, -, \, %, 1 2 a, b, c, 2 A, B, C,
Key Alpha Off Alpha On CAPS Off CAPS On 9 w, x, y, z, 9 W, X, Y, Z, 9 # ,;!./ ,;!./ 12 Copyright 2011 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
Chapter 2 Using the Hardware Using the MicroSD Memory Card The PA690 has an expansion slot compatible with a range of MicroSD memory cards, which are primarily used to back up or transfer files and data. Inserting a Memory Card 1. Remove the two screws on the MicroSD slot shield and remove the shield. 2. Insert the MicroSD card with the notched corner as shown. 3. 4. Push the card into the slot until you feel the MicroSD card click into place. Screw the MicroSD compartment cover back into place.
Inserting the SIM card 1. 2. Remove the battery compartment cover and the main battery. Slide the cover of the SIM card slot to the right to release the latch. 3. Pull open the cover with thumb. 4. Insert the SIM card into the cover with the notched corner up, and the contact side of the SIM card faces down. 5. Close the cover over the slot, and then slide the cover to the left to lock the SIM card. 6. Put the battery back into the battery compartment and replace the battery compartment cover.
1. Tap Start → Settings → System 2. Tap the Scanner icon. The Scanner Control Panel appears. NOTE: Or press Func key and “7” simultaneously to bring up the Scanner Control Panel screen. In the Scanner Control Panel screen, you can configure barcode scanner parameters such as enabling or disabling barcode symbologies, setting data transmission options, configuring magnetic and proximity reading options, and setting power management options. See the section of Barcode Symbologies.
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Chapter 3 Getting Connected The PA690 enables users to link to a host computer using an RS-232 cable, or Bluetooth, WiFi, or GPRS connection for data communication. This chapter provides an overview of the PA690 communication options. Establishing Device-PC Connection Installing Microsoft ActiveSync In order to exchange data between your computer and the PA690, Microsoft Active-Sync must be installed on your computer.
Connecting the Device to Your Computer 1. After ActiveSync has been installed, connect the PA690 to your PC as described in Connecting the terminal to a host (PC/Notebook). 2. Turn the PA690 on. 3. ActiveSync starts automatically and configures the USB port to work with the PA690. The New Partnership setup wizard automatically starts. NOTE: If ActiveSync doesn’t start automatically, click Start → Programs → Microsoft ActiveSync.
WiFi Connection A wireless network can be added either when the network is detected or by manually entering network settings. 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. To login as an administrator, tap Admin Login. 3. Enter the Admin Password.
4. Tap Profile to scan available APs 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. 20 Copyright 2011 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
4. Enter the WEP key or network key. Tap OK. Commit and Activate 1. Tap Commit to activate the setting. 2. Under the Main tab, select the profile you want to activate from the drop-down menu of the Active Profile. 3. Under the Status tab, you can see the IP address, signal strength and quality. 21 Copyright 2011 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
4. 5. Tap OK to exit the Summit Client Utility. If you want to disconnect the AP, tap Disable Radio. u-CenterMobile for Quick GPS Connection Before you start to use your device for GPS navigation, use the u-CenterMobile program first to download ephemeris data (current satellite position and timing information) onto your device. This data is needed to accelerate GPS positioning.
2. The u-CenterMobile program appears. To Download Data Please follow the following steps to download the ephemeris data. 1. Tap Rx → Autobauding. 2. Tap Rx → Port. 23 Copyright 2011 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
3. Select COM4. 4. The tool starts to download the ephemeris data (current satellite position and timing information). 5. When the download is finished, you will see the data shown in the upper right corner. 24 Copyright 2011 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
Chapter 4 Barcode Scanner Programs The PA690 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 Enable / Symbology Disable Barcode 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 addenda,
Enable / Symbology Disable Barcode RSS Char Check Transmit / Digit Check Others verification Char/digit 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 number system, Expanded
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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 Hardware 1.
Method 2: From Windows Embedded 1. Tap Start → BootMode. The BootMode Screen appears. 2. Tap Warm Boot. The system is reset and you will lose unsaved data. 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. Method 2: From Hardware To start the cold boot for the PA690, press and hold the reset button with a stylus and press the left trigger button. NOTE: When you perform hard reset, the data and time settings will not be retained. Formats, preferences and other settings are restored to their default factory settings.
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Appendix I System Specification CPU Memory OS Keypad Marvell PXA320 806MHz Mobile DDR: 256MB NaNDFlash: 512MB Phone version -Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5 professional version Without phone version -Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5 classic version Numeric keypad -- Total 26 keys (including power key) QWERTY keypad -- Total 44 keys (including power Key) Display WVGA, 3.
Environmental Models Regulatory Approvals Software Accessories Dimension Approximately 177.66mm (L) x 40.41mm (H) x 74.58mm (W) (Antenna length included) Operating temperature -10 °C ~ 50 °C Charging temperature 0 °C ~ 40 °C Storage temperature -20 °C ~ 60 °C Relative humidity 5% ~ 95% (non-condensing) Drop test to concrete 1.5 Meter Environmental sealing IP65 BT + WIFI + Camera BT + WIFI + Camera + GPS + 3.
Appendix II Disinfecting and Cleaning MCA Models Introduction Whether you are using Unitech MCA models in healthcare environments and need to disinfect after every patient or in a factory warehouse where the device is routinely exposed to dust, dirt or grease, your device will need regular cleaning. This document details how you can safely clean your Unitech MCA models daily, as well as the monthly maintenance routine that will help keep your devices up and running.
Benzene Carbolic acid TB-lysoform Special notes regarding the use of vinyl gloves in the work environment Many vinyl gloves contain phthalate additives, which are often not recommended for medical use and may harm the housings.
MONTHLY ‘DEEP CLEANING MAINTENANCE Keep your Unitech MCA models and cradle in good working order with a regular comprehensive cleaning routine to remove the natural build-up of dirt that occurs with everyday use on connectors and the scanner exit window as well as the main surfaces of the device. 1.) Housing: Follow the instructions for daily cleaning and disinfecting above to give the housing a general cleaning.
h. Allow at least 10 to 30 minutes (depending on ambient temperature and humidity) for the isopropyl alcohol to air dry before applying power to cradle. Note on drying time: If the temperature is low and humidity is high, longer drying time is required. Warm temperature and dry humidity require less drying time. 38 Copyright 2011 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.
Appendix III Worldwide Support Unitech’s professional support team is available to quickly answer questions or assist with 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.
