Unitech PA960 WinCE.NET 4.2 Product Reference Guide www.unitech-adc.com Unitech America Unitech APAC Unitech Europe Unitech Greater China Unitech Japan P/N 400354 REV.
Chapter 1. Introduction ................................................................................ 4 Unitech PA960 & Accessories ...................................................................................... 6 Tour of the Unitech PA960 ............................................................................................ 7 PA960 Front and Left Side .......................................................................................... 7 PA960 Back ...................................
Checking Main and Backup Battery Status .................................................................. 20 How to Save Battery Power ........................................................................................ 21 Warm Boot / Cold Boot ............................................................................................. 22 Charging Considerations ............................................................................................ 23 Storage and Safety Precautions ..............
Chapter 1. Introduction Thank you for purchasing PA960. Your PA960 is a rugged, compact and lightweight palm-size computer. It utilizes the Windows CE® operating system, and incorporates an integral bar code scanning laser device, color LCD with touch screen, keypad, IrDA interface, and wireless communication capability. It provides the user with a standard Windows-based environment for customizing and operating the device. This PA960 product reference guide will guide you to access your PA960.
NOTICE This unit is equipped with a battery pack and backup battery. It is possible that the Unitech PA960 may not power-on due to battery discharge as a result of storage. In the above situation, plug the PA960 to the RS232 or USB cable which is with DC in port or put the unit into the Unitech PA960 Cradle (with 12V/2A AC-DC adapter), and recharge the unit for 16 hours in order to fully charge its backup battery.
Unitech PA960 & Accessories After opening the box, please make sure the following accessories for the PA960 are present: PA960 CD PA960 Main Body Unitech PA960 Quick Reference Guide Battery pack Stylus Pulling-tags 6 CF slot drawer for PA960 RF Card Cushion Unitech PA960 WinCE.
Tour of the Unitech PA960 Stylus This stylus is design for tapping screen and also for accessing batter door via the screw driver in the stylus. Bar Code Laser Scanner LED Indicator for scanning good and charging indication Right Side Scanner Trigger Touch Screen Press it to enable laser sccanner to read bar code. Keypad RS232/USB/Charging Port PA960 Back IrDA port PCMCIA compartment Install PC card here.
First Steps with the Unitech PA960 There are three ways to provide power to the PA960: = Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery pack = RS232/Charging cable or USB/Charging cable = Docking Station NOTE: Data you enter may not be properly stored until the built-in backup battery has been adequately charged. Please be rem ided to turn on the back up battery before you charge the terminal. Installing the Battery Pack 1.
3. Position the battery pack and install the battery compartment door by using sylus screw driver. Supplying Power to the PA960 Connect the RS232/Charging Cable or USB/ Charging Cable to the PA960, and then connect the AC adapter to the cable’s power jack and an electrical outlet. Or place the PA960 into the Docking Station (first connect the power supply to the Docking Station). Charging the Main and Backup Batteries for the First Time It may take up to 16 hours to fully charge the empty backup battery.
Using the Stylus CAUTION: Never use anything other than the PA960’s stylus on the screen. Using another object as a stylus could cause permanent damage. 1. Hold the stylus as you would a pencil. 2. To m ake a choice from a menu, lightly tap the tip of the stylus on that choice. 3. To write data into a field on a form, use the stylus to print the letters or numbers. Use very light pressure. PCMCIA Pulling Tags Pulling Tags simplify the removal of PCMCIA cards from the PA960.
Protective Screen Film The PA960 screen ships with a protective plastic film. You may remove this if desired by peeling from one corner. The screen will be more susceptible to scratching without the film, but will be more readable. First Operation of the Unitech PA960 Pressing the ON/OFF Key The Unitech PA960 welcome screen appears. The Windows CE® screen will appear shortly thereafter. Adjusting Screen Brightness Press [FUNC] key and Cursor key to decrease or increase screen brightness.
Setting the Time Zone first Follow the steps below to set up your time zone. 1. 2. 3. 4. Tap the location arrow to see a list of cities. Choose your location (or nearest listed one). Select the Daylight Savings Time check box, if necessary. Tap the APPLY button. Setting Year and Month Tap the Left or Right arrows to scroll the month. Tap here to directly change year setting Tap here to popup list of months Or directly tap location of year or month to change the year or month setting.
Flash Memory Flash Memory is a re-writable location in which to store up to 8 MB of programs and data files. The benefit of this feature is that files and programs saved in Flash Memory are unaffected by the PA960’s power status. To access the contents of Flash Memory, simply select “My Computer” on the desktop and then select “Flash Storage”. The programs and data files currently stored in Flash Memory will be displayed.
Chapter 2. Using the Keypad and Scanner Keypad The PA960 keypad contains 19 keys, including Cursor key, 0~9, Alpha key, ON/ OFF, Function, Escape, Backspace, and Enter key. Please refer to the picture below. Cursor Backspace Power On/Off TAB Function Alpha ON/OFF When the unit is off, pressing the On/OFF key will turn the unit on. Alternatively, when the unit is on, this key must be pressed and held down for about two seconds in order to turn the unit off.
Alpha Key When the PA960 boots, the default condition is Numeric Mode on. When you toggle to Aphal Mode, the default condition is CAPS mode off. Alpha Mode Press alpha to alpha mode, the default condition is CAPS off. CAPS Press Apaha key twice to toggle CAPS Key in Press Cursor-UP to enter selected character. Useful hotkeys The PA960 provides eight combination hot keys to activate specified screen setting functions or programs.
Software Keyboard (Windows CE Keyboard) Since the PA960’s keypad allows input of numeric characters only, the Windows CE Software provides a touch screen keyboard for input of other characters. The Windows based keyboard replicates the layout of a standard PC keyboard. Opening the Windows CE Keyboard: The Windows CE keyboard can be opened by tapping the “keyboard” icon on the task bar. Keying-in Characters: After tapping the “keyboard” icon, the Windows CE keyboard pops up.
Using the Laser Scanner Note: Reading software must be enabled in order to operate the scanner. This can be a user-loaded application or a pre-loaded utility such as Scanner Setting. exe. Laser Scanner The PA960 has an integrated laser scanner, which reads all major bar code labels with excellent performance. Trigger keys are located on the left and right sides of the unit. Press either one to activate the laser scanner. The PA960 also has a built-in Scanner Setting.
Chapter 3. Power system Charging the Lithium-Ion Battery Pack The optional Docking Station is a convenient accessory for daily use of the PA960. The charging will be completed withing 3 hours. Or, when using the included Charging/RS232 Cable or Carging / USB cable the charging time of the battery pack is about 3 hours. Charging the Main and Backup Battery for the First Time Note: Before using the PA960 for the first time, charge the unit for 16 hours to fully charge the empty backup battery.
Power Status Indication Four different icons are displayed on the status bar to indicate the on-board power status. “Plug” icon: When displayed, this icon indicates that the battery is charging. The PA960 is either plugged-in via the DC 12V/2A power adapter or in the docking station. “Battery Low” icon: When displayed indicates the battery is low and needs to be charged. In other words, there is no external power supply, the battery charge is low or very low, and charging the PA960 is recommended.
Checking Main and Backup Battery Status Enter “Power Properties”: If the above mentioned “Plug” icon or “Battery” icon is displayed, double tap this icon to bring up the “Power Properties” screen. Or, select Settings/Control Panel from the Start menu and then double tap the “Power” icon to display “Power Properties”. Check Battery Status: The battery menu item will show the status of the main and backup batteries. There are 3 kinds of status indicators — “Good”, “Low” and “Very Low”.
How to Save Battery Power Automatic shut-down of the PA960 The PA960 will enter idle mode when there is no task, or all tasks are waiting for input. In default setting, the PA960 will automatically turn itself off if it remains idle for 3 minutes and when there is no external charging power applied. Pressing the power button will return the PA960 to the same point at the time of automatic shutdown. In Power Properties, select “Battery Power”.
Automatically turn off the backlight when using battery power: Tap the check box to toggle this function. Available idle times are: 15 and 30 seconds, and 1, 2, and 5 minutes. Automatically turn off the backlight when using external power: Tap the check box to toggle this function. Available idle times are: 15 and 30 seconds, and 1, 2, 5, 10, 15, and 30 minutes. Automatically turn on the backlight when key This function is only activated by the PA960’s keypad rather than the Windows CE keyboard.
Charging Considerations It is important to consider the environment temperature whenever you are charging the Lithium-Ion battery pack. The process is most efficient at normal room temperature or slightly cooler. It is essential that you charge batteries within the stated range of -5° C to 50° C. Charging batteries outside of the specified range could damage the batteries and shorten their charging life cycle.
Chapter 4. Communication Introduction The Unitech PA960 allows users to link to a host computer via RS-232,USB, IrDA, or RF connection for data communication. This chapter provides an overview of the communication of the PA960. The following subchapters cover these topics: = ”Microsoft ActiveSync” for details about serial communication via RS232/ USB port. = “RF Communication” for details about wireless communication between mobile PA960 and host computers.
ActiveSync In order to exchange data between your desktop computer and the PA960, Microsoft ActiveSync must be installed on your desktop computer. With Microsoft ActiveSync you can: = Transfer data. = Back up and restore PA960 data. = Add programs to and remove programs from the PA960. This chapter will introduce Microsoft ActiveSync version 3.5. ActiveSync provides a user-friendly interface and it can be downloaded free of charge from Microsoft’s Web site.
= Download the executable program “msasync.exe” from the Microsoft web site at: http://www.microsoft.com/mobile/ pocketpc/downloads/activesync35. asp. Execute this program. = Select the folder into which Microsoft ActiveSync will be installed. If you choose not to download into the displayed default folder, click the Change button. = After you’ve selected the folder, click Next to set up Microsoft ActiveSync.
= Using the RS232 cable or USB, plug the PA960 into a communication port on your desktop computer. = Turn the PA960 on. Click the Next button. Microsoft ActiveSync should recognize your PA960 and configure your communication port. If a message appears indicating that it is unable to detect a connection, click the Cancel button and manually configure the communication settings. For more information, see “Change Communications Settings” later in this chapter.
= Different PA960 cannot share the same Device Name if more than one terminal is to be connected to the same PC via a “Partnership”. The default Device Name assigned to the PA960 is “WinCE”. It is important to specify a different name for each terminal if more than one terminal is to be connected to the same PC. When ActiveSync displays the following screen, assign each terminal its own unique name.
Using the Mobile Devices Window Start Microsoft ActiveSync by clicking the Microsoft ActiveSync shortcut on your desktop and then clicking the “Explore” icon. In the displayed window, you can: = Select your PA960 to use Microsoft ActiveSync features such as changing synchronization options, as described in the “Synchronization” section. = Open the Explorer window by double-clicking your device icon in the Mobile Devices window.
Changing Communications Settings If Microsoft ActiveSync fails to detect the PA960 during installation, set up communications manually instead. Make sure the following conditions are met: = Verify that the correct communications port is selected for your desktop computer, and that it is free. = Microsoft ActiveSync uses the specified communication ports to connect to the PA960. Make sure these resources are available for Microsoft ActiveSync to connect to the PA960.
If you want to change the terminal’s default baud rate or use IrDA to communicate with the Host PC, follow the steps below to adjust it: 1. Tap Start, Settings, Control Panel, Communications 2. Tap the PC Connection tab. 3. Tap the Change Connection button 4. Select the baud rate from the list box. Synchronization You can synchronize information between the PA960 and your desktop computer to insure both computers have current information.
Synchronization will take place according to options you’ve chosen. To initiate synchronization m anually, click Tools, and then Synchronize Now. Synchronization may take a few minutes, as each item to be synchronized needs to be processed. You’ll see a message indicating that synchronization is taking place. After you’ve synchronized, you’ll see the status message in the status bar of the Mobile Devices windows. At any time, you can check the status.
Changing Synchronization Options Synchronization options can be modified, including when you synchronize and what gets synchronized. In the Mobile Device window, click Tools, and then Sync Options. For each type of information, the synchronization process can be hastened by limiting the amount of data to be synchronized. To do this, select a service and click the Settings button. Inbox, Tasks, and Channels not supported Note: = The PA960 only supports File synchronization.
Application Manager detects the software that is available but not yet installed on the PA960. System software and programs added to the PA960 at the factory are stored in FlashROM. You cannot remove or modify this software, and you’ll never accidentally lose FlashROM contents. Software programs and data files added to your PA960 after factory installation can be stored in RAM or Flash Memory. InBox Following is an overview of InBox.
Note: If you’re setting up an Internet mail account with an ISP (Internet Service Provider), the ISP must use a POP3 m ail server and an SMTP mail gateway. For dial-up connections, you’ll require an internal PCMCIA type modem card or external modem for the PA960. You’ll also need to set up the remote connection on the PA960 using the Connections program. For wireless connections, you’ll require an RF card for the PA960. You’ll also need to set up the remote connection on the PA960 via the Network setting.
You can also work offline. Once you’ve downloaded new message headers or partial messages, you can disconnect from the server and then decide which message to download completely. The next time you connect, InBox automatically downloads the complete messages you’ve marked for retrieval and sends the messages you’ve composed. Receiving Messages Messages received by synchronizing with your desktop computer and through remote connections appear together in your InBox. Double-tap a message to read it.
Sending Messages To compose a new message, tap the New Message button on the command bar. Enter an e-mail address in the To field or select a name from the Address Book. All e-mail addresses entered in the e-mail fields in Contacts appear in the Address Book. To send your message, tap File and Send.
Installing the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card = Power off the PA960. = Remove the stylus, using the screw driver in the stylus to remove the screw, and then open the PCMCIA compartment. = Attach the snap-on antenna to the RF card if required (only the Cisco card comes with a pre-installed antenna). = Attach pulling-tag to antenna. = Insert the RF card into the PCMCIA slot.
Obtaining an IP Address via DHCP Server Please check with your MIS department to determine whether a DHCP server is available in your LAN environment. If available, tap the radio button Obtain an IP address via DHCP, and then tap the OK button. Specifying an IP Address If there is no DHCP server in your LAN environment, specify the individual IP address on each PA960 with the following steps: = Tap the radio button Specify IP Address. = Input the proper IP address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway.
How to Set SSID Lucent WaveLAN (Agere Orinoco) = Tap Start, Control Panel. = Double-click the WaveLAN icon. = Under the “Basic” tab, after “WaveLAN Network Name”, enter “SSID”. Tap OK Cisco = Tap Start. Run, Browse. = Select the Windows directory. = Select Aironet Client Utility.exe, Click OK. Click OK again. = Select SSID. Click OK 40 Unitech PA960 WinCE.
Power Management (Required to prevent battery drainage due to extra power usage of RF cards.) Lucent WaveLAN (Agere Orinoco) = Tap Start, Control Panel. = Double-click the WaveLAN icon. = Under the “Power Management” tab, select “Card Power Management”. Tap OK Cisco = Tap Start. Run, Browse. = Select the Windows directory. = Select Aironet Client Utility.exe, Click OK. Click OK again. = Select Power Save Mode. Select MAXPSP.
Chapter 5. Useful Application Program Scan2Key The Scan2Key application can route input from a scanner port to kaypad buffer, so that all input from scanner will be treated as they are just input from keypad. With this router, scanned data can be directly input into scanner port aware application, like MS Pocket Word.
Barcode Symbologies: Set customization symbologies for each symbology including: Enable Disable Send Check Digit Max.
Appendix A Technical Specifications CPU/Memory CPU Intel StrongARM 206MHz 32 CPU. Built-in real-time clock. 32MB for OS and application programs.
Laser Typical Depth of Field Near Far 5 mil 2.0 in. (5.1 cm) 5.2 in. (13.2 cm) 7.5 mil 1.7 in. (4.3 cm) 8.0 in. (20.3 cm) 10 mil 1.8 in. (4.6 cm) 10 in. (25.4 cm) 100% UPC 1.9 in. (4.8 cm) 13 in. (33 cm) 20 mil * 20 in. (50.8 cm) 40 mil * 25 in. (63.5 cm) 55 mil * 30 in. (76.2 cm) * Dependent upon symbol width Decode Zone Interface Port RS232/USB/Charg- Power charging and EIA RS232C supports full duplex asynchronous communications and baud rate up to 115.2K ing Port bps.
Power Power Options Lithium-Ion @7.4V, 1800mAH Main Battery Pack (Battery pack can be recharged 500 cycles or more) External AC/DC adapter @12VDC/2A with regulator Power Consumption Lithium-Ion battery: At 8V Standby mode: 100mA Suspend mode: 5mA Battery Charge 3 hours with external AC/DC adapter 3 hours with docking station Backup Battery 1 rechargeable1.
Mechanical and Environmental Dimensions Length: 7.28” (18.5cm) Width: 3.49” (8.76cm) Depth: 1.70” (4.33cm) Weight 15.59 oz. (442g) with battery pack IP Rating IP 54 Temperature Operation: -5°C to 50°C Storage: -20°C to 60°C Humidity 5% to 95% RH non-condensing Shock Multiple 4.0’(1.
Appendix B Update and Upgrade OS Update OS via Compact Flash (ATA card) In order to upgrade or re-install the PA960 OS via Compact Flash, you will require the NK.bin file (available from Unitech Technical Support): Note: File name must be “NK.bin” – do not rename it. CAUTION: Users files will be erased! 1. Copy file “NK.bin” from the PC to the root directory of the Compact Flash card. Insert CompactFlash chip into PC Card Adapter 2. Insert the Compact Flash Card into the PA960. 3.
7. Press the ‘2’key to select “OS Image Update”. FlashRom’s content will be erased and the new OS will be written to FlashRom. Then you will see the system will automaticlly run the following steps.: (1). Image goint to Flash (2). Erasing Flash (3). New programming Flash After the OS is successfully updated, the PA960 will automatically cold-start with the new OS.
Appendix C Troubleshooting Guide Problem Solution Battery needs recharging or replacement. Terminal does not power on. Insure that battery is installed correctly. Adjust " Power Properties" Terminal shuts itself down. Battery needs recharging. Adjust " Power Properties" - especially if peripherals are used. Adjust backlight of LCD or Keypad. Battery life is short Replace battery pack if old(battery can be recharged approximately 500 cylces.) "Low Backup Battery" message Charge terminal for 16 hours.
FCC Statement This is a FCC Part 15 Class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. Canadian Compliance Statement This Class B Digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interferance-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte les exigences du Reglement sur le material broilleur du Canada. The device is certified to the requirements of RSS-139-1 for 2.
