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1. 2 Slide off the battery cover 3 Insert the pistol grip into place is like replacing the battery cover 4 Slide the release latch to the left to lock it firmly and turn on the mobile computer to test the trigger Figure 3 Installing the Pistol Grip 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual The main and backup batteries may not be charged to full for shipment When you first receive the package you will need to charge the main battery to full before using the mobile computer Instead of direct charging you may use a cradle to charge the Mobile Computer Refer to 1 7 Charging amp Communications Note Battery charging stops when the temperature drops below 0 C or exceeds 40 C It is recommended to charge the battery at room temperature 18 C to 25 C for optimal performance For initial charging it takes approximately 2 5 hours to charge the battery to full from the adaptor Because the internal backup battery is constantly charged from the main battery the initial charging requires inserting the battery pack to the mobile computer for charging This will have both the main and backup batteries charged at the same time It takes at least 72 hours to fully charge the backup battery However it is not necessary to fully charge the backup battery for the mobile computer to work Note In order to charge the backup battery to full you must insert the main battery and leave it for at l
2. Profile Echo Tests The screenshot below details the result screen channel security rssi the received signal strength indication m cipher Tabni Select an entry to view more details about it AndroidAP dlink DR BN Wireless TPE Free Ap2000 a secured network The result screen Label Description Function CH channel Delivers the channel frequency range in use by the network R rssi Delivers the Received Signal Strength Indication See 3 12 7 Echo Tests to know how signal strength is rated by numbers S security Delivers the security of the network A secured network goes with an asterisk sign while an open network doesn t 76 Chapter 3 System Menu Up to 4 profiles can be used to save Wi Fi connection options 77 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual This function is used to measure the coverage of the range estimate the number of APs and mobile computers needed and determine the topology of deploying APs System SD Card M 2 Server Mode Security Scan Devices Profile Bluetooth Nun soe Client Mode Set the mobile computer as a client Enter the IP address of a server with which a connection is desired Then it will try to connect to an AP 1 Run the utility EchoTest exe on your computer Associated settings include Select TCP IP Server for interface Set Ac
3. RAM onboard SRAM for data memory gt Flash program memory Initialize the data memory Warning The contents of the data memory SRAM will be wiped out after memory initialization Chapter 3 System Menu 3 5 POWER Here shows current voltage consumption System Menu Battery Voltage Information Main 3 994V _ Settings Tests Backup 3 324 Memory E 15 Power 6 Load Program 7 DoFTP 8 Next Page d GA SA Main battery It shows dynamic status of the battery pack which is used as the main power source Backup battery It shows dynamic status of the button cell which is used to retain data in SRAM Warning Always examine the battery icon on the device screen so that you will be alerted for a low battery condition 47 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3 6 LOAD PROGRAM Here you can access the Load Program service provided by the kernel Because the kernel will take over the job you will not be able to return to System Menu by pressing ESC After downloading restart the mobile computer to activate the new program Refer to Appendix I Download Utility System Menu Load Program Baud Rate 1 Information 2 Settings 2 USB VCOM 2 57600 3 Tests 3 Bluetooth 3 38400 4 Memorv 4 SD Card 4 19200 5 Power 5 USB VCOM CDC 5 9600 6 Load Program 7 DOFTP 8 Next Page GD GD COLD Note The mobile computer will stay in download mode for approximately 30 seconds
4. Serial PPP Menu Bluetooth Menu 4 Security gt Wi Fi Men 5 Scan Devices 6 Profile 7 Echo Tests Local SS ID Roaming Setting Power Saving Preamble Ad Hoc Fixed BSSID Scan Setting 1 2 3 4 0 J O Un ss Y Na Local Name Enter a name for identifying the mobile computer gt By default it is made up of model number and the serial number SS ID This refers to Service Set Identifier or AP name which is used for remote device association The mobile computer can ONLY communicate with access points that have the same SS ID Roaming Setting This refers to Access Point Density System Scale options 1 Low 2 Medium 3 High 41 Custom Tx Rate 5 Custom Rssi gt The value you set must match that set for the access point Low Medium High means the mobile computer will search for other APs only when data transmission rate drops below 1 2 5 Mbps individually Custom Tx Rate lets you set data rate for the mobile computer to search for other APs when data transmission rate drops below the specified value 802 11b 1 2 5 5 11 Mbps 802 11g 1 2 5 5 11 Mbps 8 6 9 12 18 24 36 48 54 Mbps gt Custom Rssi lets you set the conditions for the mobile computer to search for other APs RSSI Threshold options including 50 55 60 85 90 dBm When the current AP signal strength RSSI goes below the specified value the mobile computer st
5. 2 four times the time interval between each press must not exceed one second it will produce the number 2 In order to get the desired character you will need to press the same key one to four times the time interval between each press must not exceed one second Only when you stop pressing the same key for longer than one second or you press another key will the system send the real key code to the application program When in function mode the Fn a key works with a number key Press the Fn a key three times and its associated icon F will be displayed on the screen Press the second key say 5 to complete the key combination and access the function F5 Press Fn a again and the icon F will go off 13 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Below briefly describes the functions of common keys on the mobile computer SCAN The yellow key is used to work as the ENTER key by default gt When the reader function is enabled this yellow key is set to trigger the scan engine so that it can read a barcode ENTER The two keys on each upper side of the SCAN key are user friendly and convenient for either right handed or left handed operator Normally it is used for command execution or input confirmation ESC Escape This key is on the left lower side of the SCAN key Normally it is used to stop and exit the current operation Navigation Pad The 4 way navigation pad around the SCAN key is used to move the cur
6. 93 G leg EE 93 BASIC Programs soii a 94 refl Bee E 95 TROUBLESHOOTING aid Ra 97 Cannot turn on when pressing Power Key EE 97 CMAN GINS TE 97 Speaker seems not working EEN 97 LED indicators seem not Working ran tr 97 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual LCD SEEMS NOE WOKING oia iets a ee 97 Keypad seems not working ia ans 98 Vibrator seems not Working a a recen 98 Mobile computer seems not working ENEE 98 Cannot scan barcodes JA 98 LOW battery COn a 98 Barcode reader problem 98 Cannot decode data after scanning nr 98 Unreadable barcode AE 98 Un programmed tO read L nr 98 Dirty SCAN WINKOW A 98 Out Of scanning ranpe EEN 99 Cannot transmit receive data 99 Using RS 23 2 Capless aanas perea eepe ia e 99 Using USB Cable soisissa soinen anaoat nr 99 Via Ee EE 99 SA 100 Via Ethernet Cradle EE 100 Via Modem Cradle EE 100 KEY REFERENCE TABLE iii ibniet ra a ia isabbat adn 101 DA KOV KOvpa A i 101 Systemi Eet ab pe Aes d eet eege ali 101 INTRODUCTION Answering industrial demands for rugged light weight and versatile computers the 8200 Series Mobile Computer is specifically designed for enterprise logistics use This line of product comes with built in Bluetooth technology and allows for optional module for 802 11b g connectivity enabling real time sharing of performance The 8200 Series Mobile Computer is bundled with powerful and rich features to ensure success in timely processing of information an
7. Composite CC A B Disabled as ene Disabled TCIF Linked Code 39 Enabled MSI Disabled Disabled Plessey Disabled Postal Codes Enabled Telepen Disabled Code 128 Code 128 Enabled Enabled GS1 128 EAN 128 Enabled Enabled ISBT 128 Enabled Enabled Code 2 of 5 Industrial 25 Discrete 25 Enabled Enabled Interleaved 25 Enabled Enabled Matrix 25 Disabled Disabled 19 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Code 3 of 9 EAN UPC GS1 DataBar RSS 2D Symbologies 20 Chinese 25 Coop 25 Code 39 Trioptic Code 39 Italian Pharmacode Code 32 French Pharmacode EAN 8 EAN 8 Addon 2 EAN 8 Addon 5 EAN 13 EAN 13 amp UPC A Addon 2 EAN 13 amp UPC A Addon 5 Bookland EAN ISBN UPC EO UPC E1 UPC E Addon 2 UPC E Addon 5 UPC A GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional RSS 14 GS1 DataBar Truncated GS1 DataBar Stacked GS1 DataBar Stacked Omnidirectional GS1 DataBar Limited RSS Limited GS1 DataBar Expanded RSS Expanded GS1 DataBar Expanded Stacked PDF417 MicroPDF417 Data Matrix Maxicode QR Code Disabled Enabled Disabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled E
8. Disable charging for 8200 5 V charging from the adaptor Plug icon USB Virtual COM If using FORGE Application Generator software you may use a download utility to receive data on your computer otherwise run HyperTerminal exe to receive data directly USB HID Run a text editor on your computer to receive data directly USB Virtual COM_CDC If using FORGE Application Generator software you may use a download utility to receive data on your computer otherwise run HyperTerminal exe to receive data directly 21 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual RS 232 Interface Cable Task Charging Communications RS 232 Cable 5 V charging from the adaptor Plug icon If using FORGE Application Generator software you may use a download utility to receive data on your computer otherwise run HyperTerminal exe to receive data directly Cradle Task Charging Communications Cradle Interface 5 V charging from the adaptor Plug icon Depends on the cradle type and its associated settings gt USB b RS 232 b Ethernet Note Battery charging stops when the temperature drops below 0 C or exceeds 40 C It is recommended to charge the battery at room temperature 18 C to 25 C for optimal performance 22 Chapter 1 Using 8200 Mobile Computer For charging via the USB cable the standard charging current is 500 mA However we recommend you to connect the power adaptor to speed up charging the
9. SHX Program Download one of the following C program files and or font file Program File b AG Runtime U8200 shx Batch AG WU8200 shx WLAN AG gt CipherNet Runtime 82xx 5250 shx CipherNet 5250 82xx VT shx CipherNet VT gt BASIC Runtime B8200 shx User program Font File Refer to the Font Files folder on CD ROM If you have downloaded a BASIC Runtime program the next time you enter the Load Program submenu you will be able to select whether to download a C program SHX or BASIC program SYN Note 1 Load Basic menu is only available after you have downloaded a BASIC Runtime program 2 In addition to the system font there can be only one font file downloaded to the mobile computer 48 Chapter 3 System Menu SETTINGS Interface Options Description RS232 Proceed to configure baud rate settings on your computer and the mobile computer USB VCOM Connect the USB cable between your computer and the mobile computer Bluetooth Approach the target Bluetooth enabled device SD Card This option is available only when the memory card is present USB VCOM_CDC Connect the USB cable between your computer and the mobile computer Baud Rate Available baud rate options 115200 57600 38400 19200 9600 bps LOAD PROGRAM VIA BLUETOOTH 1 2 3 4 Go to System Menu 8 Next Page 5 Bluetooth Menu 3 Security and configure the following Bluetooth settings first gt Authentication gt PIN code Go
10. gt There are bandwidth limitations for 2 4 GHz ISM band in some countries For example only 23 RF channels are defined instead of 79 RF channels in Japan Spain and France DHCP server in use or not gt It will automatically become enabled while connecting to a BT GPRS AP IP address of the mobile computer 62 Chapter 3 System Menu Set the connection parameters if necessary Local Name Enter a name for identifying the mobile computer gt By default it is made up of model number and the serial number Remote Name Leave it empty unless you want to make a specific connection Broadcast Me Options Enable or Disable gt For initial connection broadcasting must be enabled so that other Bluetooth devices can discover the mobile computer gt For security concerns you may disable it in future use to hide the mobile computer from other Bluetooth devices Power Saving This refers to the low power consumption mode Options Enable or Disable Only the Sniff mode is supported BT GPRS AP Name For DUN GPRS mode enter the AP name for connecting to the content server DHCP Options Enable or Disable Local IP Address Enter a new address for the mobile computer if necessary Note BT GPRS AP Name DHCP and local IP Address are required for DUN GPRS mode only 63 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Set or modify security parameters Au
11. operation FOR CANADA This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference causing equipment standard entitled Digital Apparatus ICES 003 of Industry Canada 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 Cet appareil numerique respecte les limites de bruits radioelectriques applicables aux appareils numeriques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le material brouilleur Appareils Numeriques NMB 003 edictee par l Industrie FOR HAND HELD PRODUCT WITH RF FUNCTIONS This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator amp your body It only operated in hand held used If you only transfer data to the host wirelessly please keep the minimum distance 20 cm between machine amp your body FOR PRODUCT WITH LASER A CAUTION This laser component emits FDA IEC Class 2 laser light at the exit port Do not stare into beam SAFETV PRECAUTIONS RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERV IS REPLACED BV AN INCORRECT TVPE DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS b The use
12. 52 Electrostatic Discharge 15 kV air discharge 8 kV contact discharge Programming Development Tools C and BASIC Software amp Utilities FORGE Application Generator AG AG utilities MIRROR Emulator CipherNet for VT100 220 IBM 5250 emulation Download utilities testing tools etc Accessories Pistol Grip Protective Cover Spare rechargeable battery pack RS 232 Charging amp Communication Cable 308 USB Virtual COM Interface Cable convert RS 232 to USB Charging amp Communication Cradle gt Ethernet Cradle 10 100 BASE T gt Modem Cradle 56 K eer v v y 92 Appendix DOWNLOAD UTILITY For easy development of applications the mobile computer ships with FORGE Application Generator programs batch and WLAN versions as well as a download utility FILE TYPES Depending on the file type you may download a program or font file via System Menu Program Manager or Kernel Menu File Type System Menu Kernel Menu Program Manager Font file V E D AG runtime d d CipherNet runtime vV ii Kernel update Al ii Bootloader update g V BASIC program y ii E BASIC runtime V S A FONT FILE Download a font file SHX via System Menu Font file Font Multi Language SHX Font Japanese SHX and so on C PROGRAMS Download a C program SHX via System Menu Program Manager or Kernel Menu b AG runtime U8200 SHX WU8200 SHX b CipherNet runt
13. 8 2 DIRECTORY Unlike the file system on SRAM the file system on SD card supports hierarchical tree directory structure and allows creating sub directories Several directories are reserved for particular use Reserved Directory Related Application or Function Remark System Menu Load Program Store programs to this folder so that you can Program Manager Download download them to 8200 Program Manager Activate C program SHX Kernel Menu Kernel Update BASIC program INI and SYN UPDATE_BASIC BasicRun BASIC Runtime Store DAT and DBF files that are created and accessed in BASIC runtime to this folder Program v v v v vw Their permanent filenames are as follows 28 Chapter 1 Using 8200 Mobile Computer DAT Filename DAT file 1 TXACT1 DAT DAT file 2 TXACT2 DAT DAT file 3 TXACT3 DAT DAT file 4 TXACT4 DAT DAT file 5 TXACT5 DAT DAT file 6 TXACT6 DAT DBF Filename DBF file 1 Record file F1 DBO System Default F1 DB1 Index Index file 1 F1 DB2 Index file 2 F1 DB3 Index file 3 F1 DB4 DBF file 2 Record file F2 DBO System Default F2 DB1 Index Index file 1 F2 DB2 Index file 2 F2 DB3 Index file 3 F2 DB4 DBF file 3 Record file F3 DBO System Default F3 DB1 Index Index file 1 F3 DB2 Index file 2 F3 DB3 Index file 3 F3 DB4 DBF file 4 Record file F4 DBO System Default F4 DB1 Inde
14. Chapter 2 LEARNING SOFTWARE ARCHITECTURE This chapter mainly describes the software inside the mobile computer It consists of three modules Kernel System and Application each has a function menu When a menu is displayed you may select an item by either of the following ways Press the arrow keys Up and Down to move the highlight bar Press the number key that corresponds to the item number Follow the on screen instructions to change a specific setting or press ESC to return to a previous page or menu Item No Shortcut keys System Menu e Menu Title 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 E Settings Teste Memory Power Load Program DoFTP Next Page an Battery amp Status Icons A a F Collect Data AG Menu Batch Upload Data Utilities FTP gt U ni APR 13 11 25 0000000 E CD On each screen the bottom line displays status icons such as b The 4 bar battery icon indicates the current power status The status icon of input mode or function mode is controlled by the Fn a key 31 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Figure 8 Software Architecture IN THIS CHAPTER 2 1 Application Module ciu eee 33 2 2 System Configuration amp Core 35 32 Chapter 2 Learning Software Architecture 2 1 APPLICATION MODULE The mobile computer ships with software package on the CD ROM It includes FORGE Application Generator batch and WLAN vers
15. Note once the converter deck is assembled it is irreversible See the Quick Start Guide that ships with the Modem Cradle for more details No Description No Description 1 Status LEDs POWER DATA READY 2 Phone Line Jack RJ 11 3 Phone Line Jack RJ 11 4 Direct Communication Port USB amp RS 232 5 Power Jack 27 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 1 8 SD CARD SD card can be accessed directly by using the provided functions in user application Yet when 8200 is equipped with SD card and connected to your computer via the USB cable it can be treated as a removable disk USB mass storage device as long as it is configured properly through programming or via System Menu 8 Next Page 1 SD Card Menu 1 Run As USB Disk Refer to 3 8 SD Card Menu Note While running BASIC application the size of DAT files on SD card can be calibrated Go to System Menu 8 Next Page 1 SD Card Menu 2 Access SD Card 4 Check File Size to refresh the size of A BASICRUN TXACTn DAT n 1 6 1 8 1 FILE SYSTEM For 8200 Series it supports FAT12 FAT16 FAT32 and allows formatting the card through C programming or via System Menu 8 Next Page 1 SD Card Menu 2 Access SD Card Based on the capacity of the card it will automatically decide the FAT format Card Capacity FAT Format Sectors per Cluster lt 32 MB FAT12 32 lt 1 GB FAT16 32 lt 2 GB FAT16 64 lt 8 GB FAT32 8 1
16. WPA Wi Fi Protected Access 2 WEP Menu 3 EAP Menu E gt 4 WPA Menu 6 Profile 7 Echo Tests Authentication 1 Open System gt Default authentication type 0 Share Key gt This requires implementing WEP key WEP Menu WEP Setting Enable For Share Key it must be enabled gt Disable default WEP Key Length gt 64 bits gt 128 bits default Default Key WEP KEY1 WEP Key Enter WEP Keys 1 4 in one of the following input data type gt ASCII up to 13 characters gt Hexadecimal up to 26 characters EAP Menu for associating to Cisco access points EAP Setting gt Enable gt Disable default EAP ID Enter a user name up to 32 characters EAP Password Enter a password up to 32 characters WPA Menu WPA PSK WPA Setting gt Enable gt Disable default WPA2 Setting gt Enable gt Disable default WPA Passphrase Enter a phrase as your password 8 63 characters 75 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Select this command to launch the scanning for the Wi Fi hotspots within range The mobile computer will first produce a scanning screen and then a result screen that displays all the WiFi hotspots discovered whether open or secured Select an entry on the result screen to see more details about it including the BSSID BSS Type and the security framework it applies cipherlab AndroidAP dlink_DWR BN Wireless TPE Free Ap2000 ase Lis 3 4 Bluetooth
17. battery If you connect the mobile computer to a USB hub the charging current may be insufficient In that case change the charging current to 100 mA after connecting the USB cable It will take a longer time to charge to full Refer to 3 2 9 USB Charge Current Push amp release Figure 6 Using USB RS 232 cable Warning The mobile computer is not allowed to function when it is solely on USB power and without a battery loaded It will display a warning message Battery Missing along with an audible alert In that case you should install the battery before restarting 23 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 1 7 2 CRADLE OPTIONS A variety of cradles are developed for the mobile computer and ship on your option These cradles employ different data connections but they all support charging the mobile computer while transmitting data at the same time Choose a cradle type that best suits your needs Task Cradle Interface Charging 5 V charging from the adaptor Communications By the cradle type and the wiring you choose the following transmission interfaces are available at your command gt RS 232 USB Modem gt Ethernet Note Battery charging stops when the temperature drops below 0 C or exceeds 40 C It is recommended to charge the battery at room temperature 18 C to 25 C for the optimal performance To make use of any of the cradles follow the steps below
18. but not limited to 8 GB Modified 4 2 2 Kernel Update Modified 1 6 Data Capture Change Code 11 and MSI to Disable by default Modified Specifications Operating Temperature Initial release CONTENTS IMPORTANT NOTIGES vesccicsisssccssssscteitssctesacsasacesasconvesasainceissadswsedeunesaapspavesscstaeaanciaveltasnastaditstssnrantatees 3 For USA ia 3 For Canada NEE 3 For Hand held Product with RF FunctionsS EE 3 FOr Producer With Laserna a 4 a A pa abra paint p dedi oda adie tae 4 TREIE Te 4 RELEASE NOTES escondida deeg eege 5 INTRODUCTION cocaina liinda ii 1 Getting Familiarized with G 200 EE 2 EE 3 Inside the Package un 3 ee A Getting Statted BEE A Inserting Battery amp Memory Card 4 Installing Pistol GTIP iii anpi paean anana iaaa aa aiaa arena L E paap iia araona iaria T Initial Charging iii 8 Setting Local Time ain eink ieee igi ne et ib es aii nee 8 Power Management ains 8 USING 8200 MOBILE COMPUTER rana lic aiGa 9 il ee BSAC EE 9 1 1 1 Man Batte EE 9 i 1 2 Ba kup Battervi id iia 10 1 1 3 Caution of Low Battery Charge EE 10 12 WAG une EE 11 1 2 1 Read only Memory ROM 11 1 2 2 Random access Memory BAM ee 11 EE AAA OS 11 LES UR 12 SS EI 12 AG a E E A E A 16 1 4 1 Adjusting the Backlight rr 16 15 Notifica tons taa 17 1 5 1 Status LED iia ia dd 17 Neie DEE 18 Lo S VID O e NON 18 16 Data CPUC eet 19 1 7 Charging Communications nene 21 1
19. if the connection is working properly See 3 11 4 Echo Tests 99 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Make sure the mobile computer is connected to an access point properly under the same SSID Try to establish connection again Check if the relevant settings are correct See 3 12 Wi Fi Menu If the problem persists run the Echo Test to check if the connection is working properly See 3 12 6 Profile gt Up to 4 profiles can be used to save Wi Fi connection options Profile 1 SSID l DWN Security UP DOWN to Scan Devi ENTER ESC F1 F2 OP WN oe b 3 12 7 Echo Tests gt Check if the Ethernet connection is correct and secured gt Make sure the networking parameters are configured properly Try to establish connection again b Make sure the mobile computer is well seated inside the cradle DO NOT remove the mobile computer or disconnect the cradle before communications are done If the problem persists run the Echo Test to check if the Ethernet connection is working properly See 3 9 3 Echo Tests Check if the connection is correctly set up or if any connection gets loosened Check if the settings are correct Try to establish the connection again Make sure the mobile computer is well seated inside the cradle DO NOT remove the mobile computer or disconnect the cradle before communications are done If the problem persists run t
20. l Interface Cable Options i a i ANERE pk ki KNARA AN N REENEN 23 1 2 Cradie OPM ONS is ie i B a twe ba cn iaa 24 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual NR EE 28 NS OS 28 BER ei te Te A A A eo 28 i8 9 File NaMe i fa p A 30 LEARNING SOFTWARE ARCHITECTURE iii nicas 31 2 1 Application MOG LEE 33 2 1 1 FORGE Application Generator AG ENEE 33 2 1 2 MIRROR Emulator CipherNet s sccccececesssssseecececesssesaeeececeseesesanaeeeseseseesssanaseeeeeeess 34 2 1 3 User Program iii ia as 34 2 2 System Configuration amp Core nn 35 2 2 L SVS LCM MENU i i a a e i A aa 35 22 29 Mem eli ss 35 2 2 3 Program Manager kv 35 SYSTEM MENUS ronca iaa is 37 SA Information iii i A a a aa niar A TEES 38 3 1 1 Understanding Device Code iii la edad 39 Kn LTE 40 A Sidi i ai ee ele aE 40 Ee E UE 40 AA Kei ee Re eee ee Ee ie 41 32AAUtO Off EE 41 3 2 5 Power On amp Wakeup Event Options E 41 EA E elle 42 3 27 e nn EE 42 3 2 8 USB VEOM NO eege B ae 42 3 2 9 USB Charge Current iii ee 42 B2 10 FON ee ee elect tees ee Rene eed E eebe eege 42 3 22 11 Systemi Password A EL Rec 43 3 2 12 Default Set l ii Ai aa r aeS eee aa EaE Eea EL ESEa EEARaE EEEEaE 43 3 2 13 Reset Reader ii a e 43 3 2 14 Upgrade Reader A E 43 3 3 TES S ilni o e Ee ee 44 3 3 1 e EE 44 B 8 2 Speaket ii uge EE EENEG EE RE EE 44 33 3 UCD 8 LED EE 44 334 KEY DOAN EE 44 eS MEMON G OOOO un EEEE REE E EE lEEEEE 44 8 8 6 EChO DEE 45 BSH NIESEN ta epee eee 45 B
21. perform the test again LCD SEEMS NOT WORKING gt Perform the LCD amp LED test See 3 3 3 LCD amp LED If the problem persists reload the battery pack and perform the test again 97 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual KEYPAD SEEMS NOT WORKING b Perform the keyboard test See 3 3 4 Keyboard If the problem persists reload the battery pack and perform the test again VIBRATOR SEEMS NOT WORKING b Perform the vibrator test See 3 3 7 Vibrator If the problem persists reload the battery pack and perform the test again MOBILE COMPUTER SEEMS NOT WORKING Upload all data to the host and perform the memory test See 3 3 5 Memory If the problem persists reload the battery pack and perform the test again CANNOT SCAN BARCODES LOW BATTERY CONDITION Check if the battery icon on the screen indicates a low battery status If so replace it with a fresh battery then If the problem persists check if the battery contacts get dirty or the battery pack does not fit to the compartment BARCODE READER PROBLEM b Perform the reader test to see if the reader is working See 3 3 1 Reader If the problem persists reload the battery pack and perform the test again CANNOT DECODE DATA AFTER SCANNING UNREADABLE BARCODE Check if the barcode is defaced A defaced barcode may not be readable UN PROGRAMMED TO READ Check if the scanner is programmed to read the symbologies ty
22. supported on 8200 95 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 96 Appendix ll TROUBLESHOOTING CANNOT TURN ON WHEN PRESSING POWER KEY Make sure the battery pack is installed properly Re charge the battery inside the mobile computer and monitor the charging status See 3 5 Power If the battery is faulty replace it with a fresh and fully charged battery then CHARGING ERROR If using the USB cable for direct charging make sure a suitable charging current is selected See 3 2 9 USB Charge Current b If joining the power adaptor to the USB or RS 232 cable make sure it is well connected between the power jack and an outlet If using a cradle make sure the power cord is well connected the cradle and an outlet Check if the battery contacts of the battery itself and the battery compartment are clean Try to re charge the battery and monitor the charging status Warning Only use batteries or charging device manufactured by CipherLab The use of wrong battery or charging device could result in damage to human body or the product itself and will void your warranty SPEAKER SEEMS NOT WORKING b Perform the speaker test See 3 3 2 Speaker b If the problem persists reload the battery pack and perform the test again LED INDICATORS SEEM NOT WORKING b Perform the LCD amp LED test See 3 3 3 LCD amp LED gt If the problem persists reload the battery pack and
23. 0 shx SETTINGS Interface Options Description RS232 Proceed to configure baud rate settings on your computer and the mobile computer USB VCOM Connect the USB cable between your computer and the mobile computer Bluetooth Approach the target Bluetooth enabled device SD Card This option is available only when the memory card is present USB VCOM_CDC This option is available only when USB Virtual COM_CDC is in use Baud Rate Available baud rate options 115200 57600 38400 19200 9600 bps 88 Chapter 4 Program Manager amp Kernel KERNEL UPDATE VIA BLUETOOTH 1 Go to Kernel Menu 4 System Menu 8 Next Page 5 Bluetooth Menu 3 Security and configure the following Bluetooth settings first Authentication gt PIN code 2 Goto Kernel Menu 2 Kernel Update and select Bluetooth 3 Start the pairing procedure from your computer for example click Pair Device and or Connect Bluetooth Serial Port 4 Run the download utility ProgLoad exe Select interface RS 232 for using Bluetooth SPP Select COM port properties that match with the serial port settings used on your computer KERNEL UPDATE VIA SD CARD Kernel Menu Kernel Update Path Program kernel Informa tt 1 RS232 i kK8200 Sx 1 2 Kernel Update 2 USB VCOM 2 TEST SHX 3 Burn In Test 3 Bluetooth 4 System Menu 4 SD Card 5 USB VCOM CDC G GD G GD ES il ENTER to view information of the program file File K8200 SHX Da
24. 1 Seat the mobile computer in the cradle 2 Connect the power cord to the cradle See the illustration below The A depicts the power jack on the cradle Plug the power cord to this jack 3 Connect the other end of the power cord to an external power source 4 Connect the cradle to a host computer such as your PC with a communication cable for data transmission See the illustration below the B depicts the cradle s direct communication port Connect a USB or RS 232 cable to this port A guide to the Ethernet Cradle is ready for your reference in which more details about the Ethernet Cradle can be looked up Note Attach the communication cable firmly to the cradle by completely fastening the two screws on the connector 24 Chapter 1 Using 8200 Mobile Computer FTTH 177271 LU Figure 7 Setting up cradle 25 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Charging amp Communication Cradle No Description No Description 1 Status LED POWER 2 Cable Connector USB or RS 232 3 Power Jack Ethernet Cradle No Description No Description 1 Status LEDs POWER DATA READY 2 Ethernet Port RJ 45 3 Cable Connector USB or RS 232 4 Power Jack 5 IP Reset Switch 26 Chapter 1 Using 8200 Mobile Computer Modem Cradle The Modem Cradle is a conversion from a cradle base shared with 8400 mobile computer The conversion relies on a converter deck assembled on said base
25. 9012391 2 Settings M D 20101215 3 Tests KNL 8200K 1 00 4 Memory E LIB 8200L 1 00 5 Power USR AG8200 1 00 0 6 Load Program DEV 2800 7 DOFTP 8 Next Page System Menu 1 Information H W Hardware version S N A serial number assigned to the mobile computer M D Manufacturing date KNL Kernel version LIB C library version BSC BASIC Run time version if a BASIC application is downloaded USR Application program version DEV 4 digit code for optional hardware configurations gt For example 2800 indicates the mobile computer is equipped with Laser scan engine and combo module for wireless connectivity Bluetooth 802 11b g 38 Chapter 3 System Menu Modular Component Types 1st digit Reader module 0 none 1 CCD scan engine 2 Laser scan engine 3 2D scan engine 5 Bluetooth only 8260 2nd digit Wireless module 0 none 8200 8 Bluetooth 802 11b g 8230 39 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3 2 SETTINGS You can change the default settings here System Menu l Information es ngs Tests Memory Power Load Program DoFTP Next Page 3 4 5 6 7 8 System Settings Clock Backlight Contrast Auto Off Power On Options Key Click Speaker Volume USB VCOM No USB Charge Current System Password Font Default Set Reset to Default Reset Reader Upgrade Reader FW 3 2 1 CLOCK System Settings Clock Backlight Contrast Auto Off Power On Optio
26. A MEMONY isa a ee ee ee eee ee lg alee Ri i ella 46 3 4 1 Size a te en ge Te EE 46 34 2 Initiali e sis 46 By POWELL deen A A need elect i eel escalates ee 47 3 6 Load PrograM cocinan is 48 SWAD Menu i tii 51 3A EE 52 3 12 MANU All spas casaca eer eege eege 52 3 9 SD Tt WEE E 53 3 8 1 Rumas USB Disc a a a eee ade cd eR ne 53 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3 8 2 ACCESS SD Card REENEN 53 3 9 Ethernet Cradle Menu 55 3 9 1 SA 55 3 9 2 E ln TEE 56 3 9 3 ECHO TESTS tes ens e a Eege Eed eege 57 3 10 Serial PPPMSNU iia e 58 3 10 1 Information cc a nevis 58 3 10 2 Connection ET Ai ke ee 59 ne jo WG Bes Echo Testi tias a 59 3 11 Bluetooth Menu 3 000 ta ee aaea a 61 SALA Information A eee bib blat tn ae ieee ia a 62 3 11 2 Connectsettip oi 63 SS SU ad A 64 Sid Echo Tesi A ces ee ce ect ores 65 S LIO Pairing Testo ai ee tt Ghee he eae 68 SW ene 69 3 12 Wi Fi Men Ulsa de 70 3 12 1 Informatiot sia tdi es eet 71 3 12 2 Network Setting are eepe ei ei if i io io 72 3 12 3 WLAN SEINE aia ane 73 3 124 SU ae dee ta 75 ILL Scan DEVICES Ee EE EES BE ceed 76 A 77 3 1227 A A es ee eee ee eee 78 PROGRAM MANAGER amp KERNEL cuina anadir iaa 81 4 1 Program Manager 81 4 1 1 Download JA 82 Ee BR 84 A ta p Sp bieba b ps b Sin de 85 e TEE 86 4 2 1 A 87 4 2 2 Kernel Update 2 2 sink eee ead ee a e 88 4 2 3 Burn in edi e 90 4 24 System Menu 90 SET MN L LE 91 DOWNLOAD UTILITY exes aca ds 93 SI 93 Font E ee ee t
27. CipherLab Reference Manual 8200 Series Mobile Computer 8200 8230 8260 Version 1 05 CIPHERITT Copyright 2009 2014 CIPHERLAB CO LTD All rights reserved The software contains proprietary information of CIPHERLAB CO LTD it is provided under a license agreement containing restrictions on use and disclosure and is also protected by copyright law Reverse engineering of the software is prohibited Due to continued product development this information may change without notice The information and intellectual property contained herein is confidential between CIPHERLAB and the client and remains the exclusive property of CIPHERLAB CO LTD If you find any problems in the documentation please report them to us in writing CIPHERLAB does not warrant that this document is error free No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of CIPHERLAB CO LTD For product consultancy and technical support please contact your local sales representative Also you may visit our web site for more information The CipherLab logo is a registered trademark of CIPHERLAB CO LTD All brand product and service and trademark names are the property of their registered owners The editorial use of these names is for identification as well as to the benefit of the owner
28. NU This submenu is for the mobile computer with built in Bluetooth module to work with other Bluetooth enabled devices You must configure these parameters correctly System Menu System Menu Bluetooth Menu l Information 1 SD Card Menu 2 Settings 2 Ether Cradle Menu 2 Connect Set 3 Tests 3 Serial PPP Menu 3 Security 4 Memorv 14 Bluetooth Menu 4 Echo Tests 5 Power 5 Wi Fi Menu 5 Pairing Test 6 Load Program 6 Frequent Devices 7 DoFTP GD GD Bluetooth Settings Default Value HID SPP FTP Client DUN Connect Setting Items Need to Be Checked Local Name Model no Serial no V v Remote Name Broadcast Me Enable V v Power Saving Enable V v BT GPRS AP Name vne DHCP Enable ye Local IP Address 0 0 0 0 vote Securitv Authentication Disable v V PIN Code V v Note BT GPRS AP Name DHCP and local IP Address are required for DUN GPRS mode only 61 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Information of network configuration can be viewed here Bluetooth Menu 1 Information LIB MAC IAM CTY DHCP IP Kernel version gt All user libraries reside in Kernel no external libraries are required MAC address of the Bluetooth module A name given to the mobile computer for identification gt By default it is made up of model number and the serial number Identical to 2 Connect Set 1 Local Name Normal means all 79 channels are available for frequency hopping
29. Set a password to control user access to System Menu Program Manager and Kernel Menu The password can be up to eight alphanumeric characters Note The password is case sensitive To disable a previous password enter blank on the Input new password and Verify password screens Reset system settings to the default values except for the reader settings Reset reader settings to the default values Upgrade 2D reader firmware if necessary 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3 3 TESTS Here provides functional tests for key parts be System T 2 Settings 2 Speaker 3 LCD amp LED 4 Memorv A Keyboard D Power 5 Memory 6 Load Pro 6 Echo Test 7 DoFTP 7 Vibrator 8 Next Page Test the reading performance of the scanner The supported symbologies depend on the scan engine you use Refer to 1 6 Data Capture for symbologies that are enabled by default For symbologies that are disabled by default they must be enabled through programming Press SCAN to start To stop and exit the test press any key Test the speaker with different volume levels To stop and exit the test press any key Test the LCD display and LED indicators To stop and exit the test press any key Test the rubber keys Press any key and its corresponding character will be shown on the screen To stop and exit the test press ESC Test the data memory SRAM and the results will b
30. Wi Fi Menu 1 Information Lib Ver MAC IAM DHCP IP Mask Gate Kernel version gt All user libraries reside in Kernel no external libraries are required Firmware version of the Wi Fi module MAC address of the Wi Fi module A name given to the mobile computer for identification gt By default it is made up of model number and the serial number Identical to 3 WLAN Setting 1 Local Name DHCP server in use or not IP address of the mobile computer Subnet Mask Default Gateway T1 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Set parameters for IP networking DHCP Options Enable or Disable Subnet Mask Enter a new Mask IP if necessary Local IP Address Enter a new address for the mobile computer if necessary Default Gateway Enter a new address for the default Gateway if necessary DNS Server Enter a new address for the DNS server if necessary Domain Name The domain name of the host is displayed when DHCP server is enabled Note Normally DHCP is enabled and all of the settings can be obtained from the DHCP server 72 Chapter 3 System Menu 3 12 3 WLAN SETTING Wireless networking can operate in two modes 1 Ad hoc mode peer to peer and 2 Infrastructure mode point to multi point through access points Set the following parameters System Menu Wi Fi Menu WLAN Setting SD Card Menu l Information I Ether Cradle Menu 2 Network Setting
31. andling may reduce the battery life 1 Hold the mobile computer still and slide the release latch to the right to unlock the battery cover 2 Slide off the battery cover 3 Use your finger to slide the locking plate towards its hinge to unlock the SD card holder 4 Flip up the SD card holder 5 Insert your memory card microSD or microSDHC to the SD card holder 6 Push the SD card holder down 7 Slide the locking plate away from its hinge to secure the card 8 Slide the battery pack into the battery compartment at a proper angle 30 45 so that the metal contacts of the battery are met with the charging contacts inside the compartment Make sure that the battery is snugly fit into the compartment 9 Replace the battery cover 10 Slide the release latch to the left to lock it firmly Introduction Note For a new battery make sure it is fully charged before use Always prepare a spare battery pack especially when you are on the road 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Figure 2 Installing the Main Battery amp Memory Card Introduction This contoured pistol grip enables intuitive trigger and scan operation which is very helpful in scan intensive applications When a pistol grip is necessary install it to the mobile computer by following these steps 1 Hold the mobile computer still and slide the release latch to the right to unlock the battery cover
32. any 8200 mobile computers are connected to PC when USB Virtual COM is in use This setting requires you to connect one 8200 at a time and will facilitate configuring a great amount of 8200 mobile computers via the same virtual COM port for administrators or factory use If necessary you can have it set to use variable virtual COM port Change by Serial Number which will vary by the serial number of each different 8200 Press the arrow keys Up and Down to select between Fixed and Change by Serial Number By default the USB charging current is set to 500 mA For direct charging via the USB cable without supplying a power adaptor the standard charging current is 500 mA If you connect the mobile computer to a USB hub the charging current may be insufficient In that case change the charging current to 100 mA after connecting the USB cable It will take a longer time to charge to full gt Press the arrow keys Up and Down to select between 500 mA and 100 mA b To disable charging for 8200 select 0 mA Note 1 USB direct charging 500 mA USB icon 2 USB direct charging 100 mA Highlighted USB icon 3 5V charging from the adaptor Plug icon Font version information can be viewed here It displays System Font if there is no custom font file If a multi language font file is downloaded you will be able to select a font from the list 42 Chapter 3 System Menu
33. apter 4 Program Manager amp Kernel Here provides important system information to help diagnose the system Kernel Menu 1 Information H W Hardware version S N Serial number of the mobile computer M D Manufacturing date BL Bootloader version KNL Kernel version DEV 4 digit code for optional hardware configurations Refer to Understanding Device Code 87 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual The kernel and bootloader might need to be updated to improve performance or due to other considerations Refer to Appendix I Download Utility To download a kernel K8200 shx or bootloader BL8200 shx update the procedure is the same as that for downloading a program Any attempt to download an older version of bootloader will be rejected b The system will restart itself right after downloading Warning Do not turn off the mobile computer while downloading a kernel update or re starting the mobile computer Otherwise it will crash the kernel forever Kernel Ment Kernel Upda Baud Rate 1 Kernel Inform 8 11 115200 i 7 Sernel Update 2 USB VCOM 2 57600 3 Burn In Test 3 Bluetooth 3 38400 4 System Menu 4 SD Card 4 19200 5 USB VCOM_CDC 5 9600 Note The mobile computer will stay in download mode for approximately 30 seconds SHX Program Download one of the following firmware files Firmware File gt Kernel update K8200 shx gt Bootloader update BL820
34. arts to search for other APs RSSI Delta options including 0 5 10 15 and 20 Compare the signal strength between the current AP and the new one If the signal differential between them is equal to or higher than the specified value the mobile computer will connect to the new AP Roaming Period options 3 10 seconds 73 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Power Saving This refers to the low power consumption mode Options Enable or Disable The value you set must match that set for the access point Preamble Options 1 Long 2 Short 3 Both The value you set must match that set for the access point Ad Hoc This refers to peer to peer mode without going through access points Options Enable or Disable Fixed BSSID This refers to the use of a specific AP s MAC address as the fixed Basic Service Set Identifier The mobile computer can ONLY communicate with this one and only access point Scan Setting Specify the scan time period and channels Scan Time options 60 70 80 90 100 110 ms and Disable or Enable Double the time for example when scan time is set to 60 with Double the time enabled the scan time period for each channel will be 120 ms Scan Channel options 1 14 channel multiple selection 74 Chapter 3 System Menu Set or modify security parameters gt WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy gt EAP Extensible Authentication Protocol gt
35. cation programs font etc 1 2 2 RANDOM ACCESS MEMORY RAM Options include 4 or 8 megabytes SRAM for storing data Its contents will be retained by the backup battery 1 2 3 SD CARD Secure Digital SD card is a flash memory data storage device High capacity memory card microSDHC is supported Refer to Inserting Battery amp Memory Card for how to insert the microSD or microSDHC card For more details refer to 1 8 SD Card Note 1 When SD card is present the card icon will appear on the screen and flash while being accessed 2 For an SD card that has never been used on 8200 a message like Found New SD Card will be displayed allowing users to scan the card for memory check If the action is canceled then memory check can still be performed via System Menu 3 8 SD Card Menu 11 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 1 3 KEYPAD The mobile computer is equipped with a keypad of 24 keys for system setup user entry and so on The keypad comes with programmable LED backlight like the screen Refer to 1 4 LCD for screen amp backlight settings Silicon rubber has been chosen for their durability and prompt feedback The key click can be configured through programming or via System Menu Refer to 3 2 6 Key Click 1 3 1 24 KEY LAYOUT The layout of the 24 key keypad is similar to that of a telephone which includes alphanumeric navigation and function keys as well as assorted characters Refer to App
36. d action ACTIVE MEMORY SECTOR ACT Only the application program which needs to be activated immediately can be downloaded to the active memory sector Download to Memory Sector ACT 1 Press the arrow key Down to select the memory sector ACT may be unoccupied and then press ENTER Select a desired interface for downloading Connect the interface cable if required and wait for a few seconds to establish a connection If the active memory sector has already been occupied by an application program the newly downloaded program will replace the currently active program and come into effect immediately 83 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual The list shows the entire spare programs stored on the mobile computer From the list you can select from the memory sector 1 6 or SD card The selected program will be copied to the active memory sector and replace the current one Program M 1 Download Activate 2 c EMStest 3 Upload st gt f System Note A font file cannot be activated TO CLEAR FILE SYSTEM When lt New Program Start gt screen appears Press ESC to clear file means the file system in the SRAM will be cleared out by pressing ESC Then there will be no data transactions settings etc stored on the mobile computer when the new program comes into effect TO KEEP FILE SYSTEM To keep the data simply press any other k
37. d thus makes an ideal choice for inventory control shop floor management warehousing and distribution operations Being programmable this handy device can run custom applications or terminal emulation applications This manual serves to guide you through how to install configure and operate the mobile computer We recommend you to keep one copy of the manual at hand for quick reference or maintenance purposes To avoid any improper disposal or operation please read the manual thoroughly before use Thank you for choosing CipherLab products 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual GETTING FAMILIARIZED WITH 8200 Figure 1 Overview No Description No Description 1 Scanning window 2 LED for Good Read and battery charging 3 LED for wireless communications 4 LCD screen 5 Keypad 24 keys 6 Wristband 7 Communication charging port 8 Battery compartment Introduction FEATURES v v v v v v v v v Ergonomic design ruggedized yet streamlined with wristband for secure hold Built tough to survive drop test and sealed against moisture dust to IP 52 Rich interface options USB or RS 232 cable plus Ethernet via cradle High capacity memory card microSDHC supported Flexible wireless solutions Bluetooth or 802 11b g FTP client support 802 11b g or Ethernet via cradle Graphic monochrome LCD supports double byte characters and bitmap graphics Programmable feedback includes speaker LED indicators and v
38. d to disable Authentication on the mobile computer 2 Runa text editor on your computer 3 Start to input data via the keypad on the mobile computer 66 DUN GPRS The mobile computer will try to connect to a mobile phone with GPRS functionality Chapter 3 System Menu 1 Pairing with your mobile phone must be completed first Select DialUp Network for Target Machine options 2 Run the utility EchoTest exe on your computer Associated settings include Select TCP IP Server for interface Set Action Mode to Passive Start the echo test on both ends 4 Enter the server IP on the mobile computer The mobile computer will connect to your mobile phone that dials up a GPRS AP and finally connect to your computer server through the GPRS AP FTP Client The mobile computer as a client will try to connect to an FTP server 1 Pairing with your FTP server must be completed first Select FTP Server for Target Machine options 2 The mobile computer will try to connect to PC server 3 Enter the FTP Test submenu for FTP function test gt Change Directory Get Folder Listing Download File Upload File Disconnect Change the current working directory View a list of all the folder s and file s of the current working directory Download a file from PC The filename will be converted to BTFTPO1 for testing Upload a file i e BTFTPO1 to PC Disconnec
39. e fosis i d 19 1 7 Charging amp Communications 21 18 SD Cardiaca ira i qa A 28 1 1 BATTERV 1 1 1 MAIN BATTERV The mobile computer is powered by a rechargeable 3 7 V 1200 mAh Li ion battery pack When the mobile computer is turned on it takes approx 2 5 hours to charge it to full from the power adaptor using RS 232 cable or cradle or approx 4 hours from the USB cable at 500 mA For power saving purpose always turn off the backlight while working in a well lit area When the backlight is on for extended periods of time the main battery will become low sooner than expected The smart battery icon on the LCD screen shows the status of power consumption There are two ways to monitor a low battery charge or discharged battery from the screen b Examine the level of the 4 bar battery icon Monitor voltage level see 3 5 Power 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual The backup battery on the main board takes charge when the main battery is removed or drained out When fully charged the 3 0 V 18 mAh rechargeable Lithium button cell helps retain data in SRAM and maintain the running of the real time clock and calendar for at least 25 days without the main battery In the meantime you have to replace the main battery as soon as possible It takes at least 72 hours to fully charge the backup battery However it is not necessary to fully charge the backup battery for the mobile computer to work Monitor voltage l
40. e shown on the screen b To stop and exit the test press ESC Warning The contents of the data memory SRAM will be wiped out after test 44 Chapter 3 System Menu After a physical connection is established properly run a test utility on your computer and start the test on your mobile computer Select a desired baud rate if necessary b To stop and exit the test press ESC Interface Description Test Utility RS 232 This echo test is to verify connectivity via the RS 232 cable EchoTest exe between the mobile computer and a host computer Modem This echo test is to verify the connectivity of the Modem EchoTest exe Cradle A telephone line must be connected to the Modem Cradle USB This echo test is to verify connectivity via the USB cable between the mobile computer and a host computer gt USB VCOM Echo The mobile computer works as a EchoTest exe for generic USB device Virtual COM gt USB HID The mobile computer works as an input Any text editor for device select keyboard type and Caps Lock status for HID running a test USB VCOM_CDC Echo The mobile computer works as EchoTest exe for a generic USB device Virtual COM Test the vibrator b To stop and exit the test press ESC 45 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3 4 MEMORY Here provides information and initialization function of the memory RAM Flash DOFTP Next Page
41. east 72 hours whether the mobile computer is in use or not If you need to set your local time go to System Menu 2 Settings 1 Clock Refer to 3 2 1 Clock For any portable device power management is a critical issue especially when you are on the road Below are some tips to help you save battery power Warning Using backlight wireless connectivity and peripherals while on battery power will substantially reduce battery power b To speed up charging the mobile computer turn off the mobile computer and seat it in the cradle or use the charging communication cable Bring a second battery pack on the road Stop wireless connectivity Bluetooth or 802 11b g that is not in use gt Go to System Menu 2 Settings 2 Backlight and configure backlight period luminosity as well as the shade effect Refer to 3 2 2 Backlight b Go to System Menu 2 Settings 4 Auto Off and configure the amount of idle time that must pass before the system will shut down automatically Refer to 3 2 4 Auto Off Chapter 1 USING 8200 MOBILE COMPUTER This chapter explains the features and usage of the 8200 Series Mobile Computer The 8200 family includes 8200 Batch type 8230 Bluetooth Class 2 802 11b g gt 8260 Bluetooth Class 2 IN THIS CHAPTER det BAY a 9 A 2 MEMORY iii ie p pa ij eatin EEN EE f SE es 11 1S KEY PAG MEET 12 Li LCD EE 16 1 5 Notifi ations corra i i re ri ia cations 17 dO Data Captur
42. endix III Key Reference Table for color coded keys mc En MES cc Figure 4 24 key Layout 12 Chapter 1 Using 8200 Mobile Computer This alphanumeric keypad is set to numeric mode by default The Fn a key serves as a toggle among numeric alpha lower case alphabetic and ALPHA upper case alphabetic input modes as well as function mode Note It is not necessary to hold down the Fn a key The associated icon will appear on the lower left corner of the screen in a sequence as shown below Status Icon Function Alpha Key Input Mode A Press Fn a one time Upper case alphabetic la Press Fn a two times Lower case alphabetic G AN Press Fn a three times Function Mode When in alpha mode it takes turns to show alphabets and number when you keep pressing the same key each press must not exceed one second For example keep pressing the number key 2 it will take turns to show A B C or 2 for upper case and a b c or 2 for lower case When you first press the number key 2 it will produce the letter A or a b When you press the number key 2 twice the time interval must not exceed one second it will produce the letter B or b b When you press the number key 2 three times the time interval between each NAM press must not exceed one second it will produce the letter C or c When you press the number key
43. evel see 3 5 Power The battery pack is the only power source for the mobile computer to work It also charges the backup battery on the main board so that the data stored in SRAM can be retained properly Therefore when the main battery charge goes low you need to replace the battery pack with a charged one or charge it as soon as possible Most of all you should upload important data on a regular basis Warning Data loss may occur with SRAM during low battery condition Always save data before running out of power or keep a fresh battery for replacement Chapter 1 Using 8200 Mobile Computer 1 2 MEMORY The collected data can be sent back to a host computer immediately over wireless networks or stored in memory SRAM and upload later The mobile computer is equipped with a calendar chip for accurate time date logging When the main battery is removed or drained the backup battery on the main board is to retain the contents of SRAM and maintain the running of real time clock and calendar for at least 25 days on condition that the backup battery has already been fully charged If you want to put away the mobile computer for a couple of days you should be aware that data loss occurs when both the main and backup batteries discharge completely Therefore it is necessary to upload data and files before putting away the mobile computer 1 2 1 READ ONLY MEMORY ROM 8 megabytes flash memory for storing core OS appli
44. execution nor replace the existing one on the mobile computer if there is any SETTINGS Server IP Specify the IP address or name of the FTP server Server Port Specify the remote port number gt By default TCP port 21 is used on the server for the control connection Login Name Specify the user name for logging onto FTP server Login Password Specify the password for logging onto FTP server Interface Options Supported Description Ethernet Cradle Seat the mobile computer in the Ethernet Cradle Wi Fi Connect the mobile computer to an access point Note This setting is available only when the Wi Fi module is present 52 Chapter 3 System Menu 3 8 SD CARD MENU This submenu is for using the mobile computer equipped with SD card as a removable disk as well as for directly accessing files on SD card System Menu System Menu SD Card Menu 1 Information 2 Settings 2 Ether Cradle Menu 2 Access SD Card 3 Tests 3 Serial PPP Menu 4 Memorv 4 Bluetooth Menu 5 Power 5 Wi Fi Menu 6 Load Program gt DOBELE G aD Ca D B CIE Note When SD card is present the card icon will appear flashing while being accessed If the mobile computer is preloaded with Batch AG runtime it will automatically create two working directories AG IMPORT and AG EXPORT on SD card 3 8 1 RUN AS USB DISK When the mobile computer is equipped with SD card and connected to your compute
45. ey 84 Chapter 4 Program Manager amp Kernel You may duplicate one or all of the programs from the mobile computer to a host computer or another mobile computer This can be used to clone software on mobile computers Note To clone all of the programs the target mobile computer cannot have any other program downloaded except the active one that is Memory Sectors 1 6 must be empty The procedures are similar to that for downloading programs If the target is Terminal the interface options USB Virtual COM SD Card and USB Virtual COM_CDC are unavailable b If the target is PC the interface option SD Card is unavailable This screen is not available if you select 2 All Programs from the previous screen 85 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 4 2 KERNEL The kernel resides in the innermost core of the system It has the highest security and is always protected by the system When the application program is corrupted and System Menu fails at the same time Kernel Menu provides an access to fix the system Warning Kernel Menu is NOT for the use of any end users How to access Kernel Menu 1 When the last session is in System Menu or Program Manager simply turn off the mobile computer Otherwise you must reload the battery pack 2 Press 1 7 Power Kernel ro toto ee Kernel Update 3 Burn In Test 86 Ch
46. firmware upgrade IN THIS CHAPTER 4 1 Program Manager 81 4 2 KM linia Ada 86 4 1 PROGRAM MANAGER The mobile computer supports multiple applications and languages In the menu of Program Manager it allows storing up to six programs and has one activated for the current use If there is no application program exists Program Manager will be displayed after you turn on the mobile computer Warning Program Manager is provided for managing programs in an administrative level EEE Manager Keteerend Activate 3 Upload How to access Program Manager 1 Turn off the mobile computer 2 Press 8 Power 81 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Here provides a full list of programs that are currently stored on the mobile computer with size information Multiple application programs can be downloaded through a variety of interfaces Upon completion of downloading you are allowed to input a name for the program If there is no need to rename the program simply press ENTER to leave as it is 2 Activate 3 Upload The length of program name can be up to 12 characters Program size is in kilobytes A suffix letter after the memory sector 1 6 indicates the file type of program b b for BASIC program SVN b c for C program SHX The last line starting with a prefix letter f is reserved to display the font file SHX in use on the mobile computer Note For a custom f
47. h as the battery icon 1 4 1 ADJUSTING THE BACKLIGHT The backlight of screen and keypad helps ease reading under dim environments It can be turned on and adjusted decreasingly or increasingly by the following key combinations Keep pressing the key combination until the luminosity or contrast is decreased or increased to a desired level Alternatively the luminosity and contrast can be configured through programming or via System Menu Refer to 3 2 2 Backlight and 3 2 3 Contrast Note Using backlight while on battery power will substantially reduce battery power We suggest that you dim the backlight while working in a well lit area or have it set to be automatically turned off when not in use Key Combination Action IO Toggle ON OFF the backlight AI Up Turn ON the backlight and increase the luminosity of LCD 4 Down Turn ON the backlight and decrease the luminosity of LCD XX Right Turn ON the backlight and increase the contrast of LCD A Left Turn ON the backlight and decrease the contrast of LCD Note Hold down the first key and keep pressing the second key for adjustment 16 Chapter 1 Using 8200 Mobile Computer 1 5 NOTIFICATIONS 1 5 1 STATUS LED There are two dual color LED indicators above the screen Both can be programmed to provide information that helps diagnosing For example if you are using AG runtime you will be informed of the scanning result immediately LED1 is used for Good Read and
48. he Echo Test to check if the PPP connection is working properly See 3 10 3 Echo Test If the problem persists check if the MODEM interface between the mobile computer and the cradle is working by running the Echo Test See 3 3 6 Echo Test 100 Appendix III KEY REFERENCE TABLE 24 KEY KEYPAD SYSTEM DEFAULTS pressed three times 2 ABC abc 2 F2 3 F3 4 F4 5 F5 6 F6 7 F7 8 F8 9 F9 0 FO 101
49. he system Program Manager is part of the kernel You may download as many as seven application programs 35 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 36 Chapter 3 SYSTEM MENU System Menu is generated by a powerful utility which offers an interface for engineers programmers or system integrator to view system information change the configuration parameters download programs and run diagnostics This menu is designed for engineering tests and maintenance ONLY For this reason it provides password protection to prevent unauthorized users from accidentally changing system settings Warning System Menu is NOT for the use of any end users The system password helps ensure system safety and integrity How to access System Menu 5 Turn off the mobile computer 6 Press 7 9 Power System Menu Settings Tests Memorv Power Load Program DoFTP 8 Next Page 37 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual IN THIS CHAPTER 3 1 Informatio Massi gora a A AA 38 El et 40 Ke TOS iaa 44 E WE une ie EE 46 3 9 POWER ii Ad dei 47 3 6 Load PROGFAM es ic b a NEEN EEN a all ca 48 3 7 DOFTP Menu iii a aa a Ki kapa B AR 51 3 8 SD Card Menu L 53 3 9 Ethernet Cradle Menu nee nerka 55 3 10 Serial PPP Menu Le 58 3 11 Bluetooth Menu L 61 3 12 Wi Fi Menu 70 3 1 INFORMATION Here provides important system information to help diagnose the system System Menu H W 1 00 S N AN
50. i Menu System Menu Script Via l Information 2 Settings 2 Manual 2 Wi Fi 3 Tests 4 Memorv 5 Power 6 Load Program 8 Next Page ii GD GD SHX Program Download one of the following C program files and or font file firmware file Program File AG Runtime U8200 shx Batch AG WU8200 shx WLAN AG gt CipherNet Runtime 82xx 5250 shx CipherNet 5250 82xx VT shx CipherNet VT gt BASIC Runtime B8200 shx User program Font File Refer to the Font Files folder on CD ROM Firmware File Kernel update K8200 shx gt Bootloader update BL8200 shx Note 1 When more than one program files of the same type are specified in the script file only the last program file is used for update 2 The system will restart itself right after successful update and the downloaded file s will then be removed bi 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Depending on the script file FTP dat saved on the mobile computer you may update the script file or download any program update from FTP server if necessary SETTING Interface Options Supported Description Ethernet Cradle Seat the mobile computer in the Ethernet Cradle Wi Fi Connect the mobile computer to an access point Note This setting is available only when the Wi Fi module is present You may log into an FTP server manually and follow the script file on the server and update programs However this script file will not be kept after
51. ibrator Quick link to any backend database through MIRROR Emulator programs for VT100 220 and IBM 5250 emulation Easy customization of data collection applications through FORGE Application Generator AG programs for preloaded AG Runtime batch and WLAN versions available Programming support includes BASIC amp C compilers Accessories include RS 232 cable pistol grip and a variety of charging communications cradle etc INSIDE THE PACKAGE The following items are included in the package Save the box and packaging material for future use in case you need to store or ship the mobile computer v v v v v v v 8200 Series mobile computer Rechargeable Li ion battery pack Wristband Standard USB cable Universal power adaptor Product CD Quick Start Guide 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual ACCESSORIES Rich choices of optional accessories are available for you to enhance the total performance of the mobile computer Pistol Grip detachable Protective Cover Spare rechargeable Li ion battery RS 232 Cable 308 USB Virtual COM Interface Cable convert RS 232 to USB Charging amp communication Cradle Ethernet Cradle 10 100 BASE T Modem Cradle v v v v v v v v GETTING STARTED INSERTING BATTERY amp MEMORY CARD For shipping and storage purposes save the mobile computer and the main battery in separate packages This will keep both batteries in good condition for future use Note Any improper h
52. ime 82xx VT SHX 82xx 5250 SHX gt Kernel update K8200 SHX b Bootloader update BL8200 SHX Note You can only download a Kernel or Bootloader update via Kernel Menu 93 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual First download a BASIC runtime e g B8200 SHX via System Menu or Program Manager Then it will allow you to download a BASIC program SYN via System Menu 94 Appendix Download Utility PROGLOAD EXE The utility ProgLoad exe is provided for you to download a program SHX SYN or X BIN to the mobile computer Run the program on your computer The following dialog box pops up Program download Ver 1 23 x Comm settings EE COM port 1 4 255 Baud rate 115200 bps zl Click to select Comm type COM port and Baud rate File option File type I SHX file File name Browse JcaDocuments and Settingsicarrie CIPF Choose vour file Communication Tvpe RS 232 IrDA Connection via direct RS 232 cable IrDA port or Bluetooth SPP Cradle IR Connection via cradle TCP IP Connection over networks File Type SHX file Any C program such as AG Runtime BASIC Runtime font file etc SYN file Any BASIC program after BASIC Runtime has been installed first BIN file Anv C program Dl utility SHX2Bin exe to convert the program SHX Note 1 For 8200 USB Virtual COM shares the interface option of RS 232 IrDA 2 Cradle IR is not
53. ions MIRROR Emulator VT and 5250 versions download utilities etc 2 1 1 FORGE APPLICATION GENERATOR AG For easy development of applications the mobile computer is preloaded with AG runtime When you turn on the mobile computer it displays the Main Menu of AG application as shown below Batch AG WLAN AG IP HEED 2 Upload Data l Take Data 3 Utilities 2 Utilities 4 FTP APR 13 11 25 0000000 APR 13 2008 MS aD KO Note Batch AG supports automatically uploading data to a host computer when the upload interface is properly configured Once the mobile computer is connected via the RS 232 or USB Virtual COM cable there will be a moving hourglass icon displayed on the upper right corner of the screen indicating the mobile computer is ready for auto upload Before using the mobile computer to collect data you need to configure the application with the companion tool on your computer This time saving development tool helps create application templates on your computer For details on the AG application please refer to separate user manual Application Generator AG Runtime Companion Tool on PC End Batch AG U8200 SHX ForgeAG exe WLAN AG WU8200 SHX AG8200WLAN exe Note FORGE Application Generator AG software package includes 1 a companion tool for quickly developing your application Batch or WLAN AG 2 several download utilities to make it versatile in use 33 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manua
54. l The mobile computer supports VT100 220 and IBM 5250 terminal emulation for accessing a backend database Instead of using FORGE Application Generator you may download the terminal emulation program i e CipherNet Runtime to the mobile computer Refer to 3 6 Load Program Then run individual companion tool on your computer For details on the MIRROR Emulator application please refer to separate user manuals Terminal Emulation CipherNet Runtime Companion Tool on PC End VT100 220 82xx VT SHX CipherNet VT exe IBM 5250 82xx 5250 SHX CipherNet 5250 exe You may need to develop your own application program For developing custom applications CipherLab provides BASIC and C compilers through licensing For detailed information please contact your sales representative Chapter 2 Learning Software Architecture 2 2 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION amp CORE For managing system configurations and multiple programs each mobile computer comes with System Menu Program Manager and Kernel Menu Refer to the following chapters on how to configure the 8200 Series Mobile Computer regarding system configurations and program download System Menu is bundled with BASIC Runtime or user programs that are written in C It is provided for system configuration functionality testing downloading font file and program Kernel is the innermost core of the OS It provides services for updating the kernel and bootloader and repairing t
55. m button cell 3 0 V 18 mAh Data retention at least 25 days Power Adaptor Output DC5V 3A gt gt Input AC 100 240 V 50 60 Hz gt gt Operating Temperature 0 C to 40 C Physical Characteristics CPU 32 bit Toshiba CMOS type 60 MHz Memory gt Program memory 8 MB flash Data memory onboard SRAM options include 4 or 8 MB Display Graphic LCD 160 x 160 pixels FSTN with LED backlight programmable b Font size 6x8 26 characters by 18 lines gt Font size 8x16 20 characters by 9 lines b Font size 12x12 13 characters by 12 lines b Font size 16x16 10 characters by 9 lines Keypad 24 rubber keys LED backlight programmable Indicators Two dual color LEDs red green and blue green programmable Vibrator 0 45G programmable Audio Integrated with one mono or stereo speaker Expansion Slot microSDHC supported 91 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Enclosure Material Rubber amp ABS plastic Dimensions CCD 136 mm L 58 mm W 25 mm H Laser 2D 136 mm L 58 mm W 32 mm H Weight Approx 150 g Laser battery included Environmental Temperature Operating 10 C to 55 C Characteristics Storage 20 C to 70 C Humidity Operating 10 to 90 non condensing Storage 5 to 95 non condensing Impact Resistance 1 2 m 5 drops per 6 sides Tumble Test 1000 times at 1 meter Splash Dust Resistance IP
56. n noisy environments In particular the vibrator is software programmable for Good Read in the provided terminal emulation programs Chapter 1 Using 8200 Mobile Computer 1 6 DATA CAPTURE A wide variety of scan engines is available for delivering flexibility to meet different requirements Depending on the scan engine integrated the mobile computer is capable of scanning barcodes of a number of symbologies that are enabled by default while running the preloaded AG runtime Refer to 3 3 1 Reader for functional test If you need to scan barcodes that are encoded in a symbology which is disabled by default in AG runtime FORGE Application Generator ForgeAG exe allows configuring symbology settings as well as reader settings First enable the desired symbologies and then download the application settings to the mobile computer Note For details on configuring reader and symbology settings please refer to the documentation of the software you use Varying by the scan engine installed the supported symbologies are listed below gt 1D CCD scan engine 1D Laser scan engine 2D scan engine Note In AG or CipherNet runtime not all of the symbologies are enabled by default Instead of running any of them you can develop your own applications to control the scan engine for data collection Symbologies Supported Default Setting Enable Disable CCD Laser 2D Codabar Enabled Enabled Code 11 Disabled Code 93 Enabled Enabled
57. nabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Chapter 1 Using 8200 Mobile Computer 1 7 CHARGING amp COMMUNICATIONS Normally the mobile computer ships with a USB or RS 232 cable for charging and communications A variety of cradles are available to meet different requirements If you are using USB Virtual COM for the first time you must install its driver from the CD ROM Driver version 5 3 or later is required Please remove older versions The virtual COM port will not be assigned until the USB port is in use gt If you are using USB Virtual COM_CDC for the first time you must install its driver from the CD ROM USB CDC driver installer is available in the Windows folder which will copy a vendor supplied INF file to Windows For Standard USB cable it will release COM port in the following conditions i Detach the cable from the mobile computer directly ii Detach the cable from the cradle directly iii When the cable is attached to the cradle take away the mobile computer iv The mobile computer is turned off v No application is running on the mobile computer or COM port is shut down For applications that require COM port to be occupied all the time it is suggested to use 308 USB Virtual COM Interface cable instead USB Interface Cable Task Charging Communications USB Cable USB direct charging 500 mA USB icon 100 mA Highlighted USB icon gt 0 mA
58. ns Key Click ARS Volume System Settings USB Charge Current Font Sys Password Default Set Reset Reader Upgrade Reader FW Dok gun ADU vs Wh J Default Values Current time 20 seconds at level 2 backlight shade enabled Level 4 10 minutes Program Resume Tone 2 High volume level Fixed 500 mA Open access System font Load factory settings Restore default reader settings Upgrade 2D reader firmware For maintenance use only Set date and time for Real Time Clock Enter two digits for the year e g 04 for 2004 3 2 2 BACKLIGHT Set the backlight duration for the keypad and LCD gt Enter a value between 0 and 9999 second gt Press the arrow keys Up and Down to adjust the backlight level 4 levels gt Press the Left key to adjust the shade effect 40 Chapter 3 System Menu Set the contrast level for the LCD gt Press the arrow keys Up and Down to adjust the contrast level The mobile computer will be turned off automatically when no operation is taking place during a specified period of time Enter a value between O and 999 minute Note To disable this function enter 0 Set the startup screen once the mobile computer is turned on and specify which events will wake up the mobile computer Power On Options Press the arrow keys Up and Down to select Program Resume or Program Restart and then press ENTER Program Re
59. of anv batteries or charging devices which are not originallv sold or manufactured by CipherLab will void your warranty and may cause damage to human body or the product itself gt DO NOT disassemble incinerate or short circuit the battery gt DO NOT expose the scanner or the battery to any flammable sources For green environment issue it s important that batteries should be recycled in a proper way Under no circumstances internal components are self serviceable The charging and communication cradle uses an AC power adaptor A socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible Make sure there is stable power supply for the mobile computer or its peripherals to operate properly CARE amp MAINTENANCE This mobile computer is intended for enterprise logistics use The mobile computer is rated IP 52 however it may do damage to the mobile computer when being exposed to extreme temperatures or soaked wet When the body of the mobile computer gets dirty use a clean and wet cloth to wipe off the dust DO NOT use mix any bleach or cleaner Always keep the LCD dry For a liquid crystal display LCD use a clean non abrasive lint free cloth to wipe dust off the screen DO NOT use any pointed or sharp object to move against the surface b If you want to put away the mobile computer for a period of time download the collected data to a host computer and then take out the battery
60. ont file SHX or a BASIC program SYN it can only be downloaded via System Menu 82 Chapter 4 Program Manager amp Kernel SPARE MEMORY SECTORS 1 6 Additional program files can be directly downloaded to these sectors Download a program file to an empty sector 1 Press the arrow keys Up and Down to select an empty sector and then press ENTER 2 3 4 Select a desired interface for downloading Connect the interface cable if required and wait for a few seconds to establish a connection To abort the action press ESC Then press ESC again to return to the menu Download a program file to an occupied sector If no available sectors you ll have to replace one program with the new one 1 Press the arrow keys Up and Down to select a program that you want to delete and then press ENTER The program information is displayed on the screen Press the Fn a key to enter the Alpha mode gt Press the capital letter C and follow the steps below to download a program file gt Press the capital letter D if you simply want to delete the program Select a desired interface for downloading Connect the interface cable if required and wait for a few seconds to establish a connection To abort the action press ESC Then press ESC again to return to the menu From the menu you ll see the program has been deleted but no new program is present because you have canceled the downloa
61. oth Menu Security Scan Devices Profile 1 2 3 4 MO mn ZG WN The antenna icon will become ready and Wait flashes to indicate 8200 is connecting Connecting to an access point under the same SSID zm rm ME ee i am Sending 412 Recv OK 411 Once connected the antenna icon will z SNR 0049 T 36M stop flashing Next to the icon the RSS 0043 NF 0092 more bars the stronger the signal BSSID 0018 37a9ec1 Pula Note If you are programming in C or BASIC be aware that the antenna icon will appear on the device screen after NetInit or START TCPIP is called WPA must be enabled first 79 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Once the connection of echo test is established the details will be displayed as illustrated below Sending 412 Recv OK 411 SNR 0049 T 36M RSS 0043 NF 0092 BSSID 0018f37a9ec1 Pula SNR dB T Signal to Noise ratio Transmit Speed 0 10 Very Poor 1 10 20 Poor 2 20 30 Fair 5 5 30 40 Good 11 over 40 Very 6 Good 9 12 18 24 36 48 54 80 Mbps Mbps Mbps Mbps Mbps Mbps Mbps Mbps Mbps Mbps Mbps Mbps RSS dBm Received Signal Strength Level 0 60 Strong 60 75 Moderate over 75 Weak NF dBm Noise Floor Level 0 92 Strong 92 98 Moderate over 98 Weak Chapter 4 PROGRAM MANAGER amp KERNEL This chapter explains Program Manager and Kernel that manage multiple programs and
62. pack Store the mobile computer and battery pack separately When the mobile computer resumes its work the main and backup batteries will take a certain time to become fully charged b Keep the mobile computer away from any magnets and magnetic fields to prevent the laser engine from malfunctioning gt If you shall find the mobile computer malfunctioning write down the specific scenario and consult your local sales representative RELEASE NOTES Version 1 05 1 04 1 03 1 02 1 01 1 00 Date Mar 24 2014 Dec 02 2011 Oct 26 2011 Jun 20 2011 May 17 2011 Mar 21 2011 v v Notes Modified Care amp Maintenance notices for the device away from magnets magnetic fields added Modified 3 12 3 Wi Fi menu screenshot updated System Scale changed to Roaming Setting 5 Custom Rssi option added Scan Time changed to Scan Setting New Scan Devices inserted at section 3 12 5 New The symbol underscore _ is enabled Change applied to Appendix III Key Reference Table Added Modem Cradle Section involved are Modem Cradle added to Accessories Modem Cradle added to section 1 7 2 Cradle Options Section 3 10 Serial PPP Menu newly added Modem Cradle added to Specifications Accessories Via Modem Cradle added to Troubleshooting Modified Bluetooth Headset HSP support removed Modified microSDHC supported
63. pes of barcode that you are trying to read Try scanning a test barcode of the symbology you are trying to read DIRTY SCAN WINDOW Check if the scan window gets dirty Wipe it with a clean and dry cloth and try again 98 Appendix Il Troubleshooting Try adjusting the scanning distance from the scanner to the barcode CANNOT TRANSMIT RECEIVE DATA gt Check if the RS 232 connection is correct and secured Make sure the serial port parameters on the host are configured to match the serial parameters on the mobile computer Try to establish connection again b If the problem persists run the Echo Test to check if the RS 232 interface between the mobile computer and the host is working See 3 3 6 Echo Test Check if the USB connection is correct and secured Check if the USB driver has been installed See 1 7 Charging Communications If the problem persists run the Echo Test to check if the USB interface between the mobile computer and the host is working See 3 3 6 Echo Test Note For applications that require COM port to be occupied all the time it is suggested to use 308 USB Virtual COM Interface cable instead b Make sure the distance between the mobile computer and a target device is within proper range Try to establish connection again Check if the relevant settings are correct See 3 11 Bluetooth Menu If the problem persists run the Echo Test to check
64. ps The Echo Test screen features the tools to verify the mobile computer s PPP connectivity Note To verify the connectivity of the Modem Cradle run System Menu 3 Tests 6 Echo Test 2 MODEM VIA MODEM CRADLE Launches the test on the mobile computer s PPP connectivity through a Modem Cradle 59 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 1 2 3 4 VIA Seat the mobile computer into the Modem Cradle On the mobile computer select Via Modem Cradle Enter the IP address and the port number of the host computer such as your PC to connect to Press Enter to proceed The mobile computer proceeds to dial up connect the ISP s network Once the PPP connection is established run the utility EchoTest exe on your PC Set the communication interface to TCP IP Server GENERIC MODEM Launches the test on the mobile computer s PPP connectivity through a generic modem 1 2 3 4 60 Connect the mobile computer to a generic modem with a RS232 cable On the mobile computer select Via Generic Modem Enter the IP address and the port number of the host computer such as your PC to connect to Press Enter to proceed The mobile computer proceeds to dial up connect the ISP s network Once the PPP connection is established run the utility EchoTest exe on your PC Set the communication interface to TCP IP Server Chapter 3 System Menu 3 11 BLUETOOTH ME
65. r the IP address of a server with which a connection is desired 2 Server Mode Set the mobile computer as a server that waits for other devices to connect to Note After the Ethernet connection is established properly run the utility EchoTest exe on your computer TCP IP Server or Client and then start this test on vour mobile computer 57 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3 10 SERIAL PPP MENU This submenu sets up the mobile computer s PPP connection to the Internet by the help of a Modem Cradle that is provided to you on option This section will guide you to the settings featured by this submenu b Point to Point Protocol PPP is a protocol that sets up a computer to computer link and transmits TCP IP packets over dial up telephone connection 3 10 1 INFORMATION Delivers the version of serial PPP library Serial PPP Menu 1 Information LIB Kernel version The information delivered here is consistent with the info given by System Menu 1 Information 58 Chapter 3 System Menu The Connection Set screen sets the parameters needed for the mobile computer s serial PPP connection to the Internet through the Modem Cradle DialUp Number Enter the number provided by your ISP Login Name Enter the login name provided by your ISP Login Password Enter the login password provided by your ISP Baud Rate Select a desired baud rate The default is 115200 b
66. r via the USB cable it can be treated as a removable disk USB mass storage device as long as it is configured properly through programming or via selecting Run as USB Disk Note The SD card must be properly configured through programming or user menu before use 3 8 2 ACCESS SD CARD Edit the file system or format the SD card Edit Files View and edit the file system on SD card Format If the file system is not desired any more you may format the SD card gt If the capacity is 32 MB or under the file system will be FAT12 gt If the capacity is 32 MB 2 GB the file system will be FAT16 gt If the capacity is larger than 2 GB the file system will be FAT32 Warning The contents on SD card will be wiped out after formatting 53 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Check Memory For an SD card that has never been used on 8200 a message like Found New SD Card will be displayed allowing users to scan the card for memory check If the action is canceled then memory check can still be performed here Check File Size You may calibrate the size of DAT files on SD card while running BASIC application and it will refresh the size of A BASICRUN TXACTn DAT n 1 6 Note Check File Size is only available after you have downloaded the BASIC Runtime 54 Chapter 3 System Menu 3 9 ETHERNET CRADLE MENU This submenu is for establishing an Ethernet connection via the Ethernet Cradle You m
67. ress these keys at the same time to increase the contrast 4 Left Press these keys at the same time to decrease the contrast 4 Up Press these keys at the same time to increase the luminosity 44 Down Press these keys at the same time to decrease the luminosity Power Key In order to prevent an accidental press of the POWER key you need to hold down this key for approximately 1 5 seconds to turn ON OFF the mobile computer Note 1 Functionality of keys is application dependent The system will send the associated key code to the application program and it is up to the application program to interpret the key code 2 When a status icon appears on the screen it indicates a certain mode is activated and it is not necessary to hold down the modifier key 15 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 1 4 LCD The mobile computer comes with a FSTN graphic LCD 160 by 160 pixels resolutions which can be programmed to display text or graphics such as specific font and company logo to meet varying application needs Options Font Size pixels Characters by lines English font Font size 6x8 pixels 26 characters by 18 lines Font size 8x16 pixels 20 characters by 9 lines Chinese font Font size 12x12 pixels 13 characters by 12 lines Font size 16x16 pixels 10 characters by 9 lines Other language fonts company logo Programmable Note The bottom line ICON_ZONE is reserved to display status icons suc
68. s When the device name is too long it will be truncated automatically Note To unpair any device simply delete the device from this list 69 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual 3 12 WI FI MENU This submenu accesses the settings of 802 11b g wireless networking You must configure these parameters correctly to be able to make the connection System Menu Information Settings Tests System Menu SD Card Menu Ether Cradle Menu Serial PPP Menu Wi Fi Menu Network Setting WLAN Setting Security UNEP Load Program DOFTP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Memory Power Bluetooth Menu E 2 3 4 5 6 7 Scan Devices Profile Echo Tests Note The menu is available only when the Wi Fi module is present Wi Fi Settings Network Setting Default Value Ad hoc Infrastructure Items Need to Be Checked DHCP Enable Ss V SubNet Mask 255 255 128 0 v v Local IP Address 0 0 0 0 V v Default Gateway 0 0 0 0 V DNS Server 0 0 0 0 V Domain Name V WLAN Setting Local Name Model no Serial no V v SS ID v System Scale Medium V Power Saving Enable V Preamble Long V Ad Hoc Disable v SS Fixed BSSID 000000000000 SES v Security Authentication Open System V WEP Menu Disable V EAP Menu Disable V WPA Menu Disable V TO Chapter 3 System Menu Information of network configuration can be viewed here
69. s with no intention of infringement CIPHERLAB CO LTD Website http www cipherlab com IMPORTANT NOTICES FOR USA 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 to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures b Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help 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
70. slave must be completed first 2 Run the utility EchoTest exe on your computer Associated settings include Select RS 232 for interface Use the Bluetooth COM port that has been paired Set Action Mode to Passive 3 Start the echo test on both ends The mobile computer will try to connect to PC slave SPP Slave Set the mobile computer as a slave device 1 Enable Authentication and set your PIN code on the mobile computer 2 Run the utility EchoTest exe on your computer Associated settings include Select RS 232 for interface Use the Bluetooth COM port that has been configured as outgoing Set Action Mode to Passive Start the echo test on both ends 4 The mobile computer will wait for PC master to start the connection Enter the preset PIN code for authentication on your computer DUN Modem The mobile computer will try to connect to a Bluetooth modem or mobile phone 1 Pairing with your mobile phone must be completed first Select DialUp Network for Target Machine options 2 Run the utility EchoTest exe on your computer Associated settings include Select Modem for interface Set Action Mode to Passive Start the echo test on both ends 4 The mobile computer will connect to your mobile phone that dials up to your computer HID Test Set the mobile computer as an input device 1 The mobile computer will wait for PC to start the connection It is suggeste
71. sor left up down or right gt While pressing IO they can be used to adjust the luminosity and contrast of the screen backlight Backspace This key is Backspace by default If this key is being held down for more than one second a clear code will be sent Function Alpha Key This key is a modifier key that requires pressing a second key to get the yellow coded letter A Z or symbol printed above the second key or the function FO F9 of the second key Icon Description A This icon appears when you press the Fn a key one time indicating it is set to alphabetic mode for typing upper case alphabetic letters a This icon appears when you press the Fn a key two times indicating it is set to alphabetic mode for typing lower case alphabetic letters IT This icon appears when you press the Fn a key three times indicating it is set to the function mode Then press another key 0 91 to get the desired function To get the value of another key combination modified by the function key keep pressing another key 0 91 to produce the result gt To exit the function mode press Fn a again and the icon will go off 14 Chapter 1 Using 8200 Mobile Computer Backlight Configuration Key This key is used to turn ON OFF the backlight of the LCD and keypad Also while pressing 4 the navigation keys can be used to adjust the luminosity and contrast of the screen backlight Key Description 4 Right P
72. sume When selected the mobile computer will start from the last session of program before it is turned off Program Restart When selected the mobile computer will start from the first session of the program WakeUp Events The specified events can wake up the mobile computer when the conditions are met Press the arrow keys Up and Down to select a specific event and press ENTER to determine when it is treated as a wake up event or not PwrKey If yes it will wake up the mobile computer upon pressing the Power key RS232 If yes it will wake up the mobile computer upon connecting the RS 232 cable USB If yes it will wake up the mobile computer upon connecting the USB cable Charging If yes it will wake up the mobile computer upon getting charged via the cradle or direct charging Charged If yes it will wake up the mobile computer upon completion of charging Alarm If yes it will wake up the mobile computer upon the alarm time is up Alarm can be set up through programming only 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual The system will produce an audible signal when any key on the keypad is pressed The current value is highlighted Select a desired tone for the speaker or mute it Set the speaker volume b Press the arrow keys Up and Down to adjust the volume level 3 levels or mute it By default it is set to use one virtual COM port for all FIXED regardless of how m
73. t with the FTP server 67 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual The pairing procedure is for the creation and exchange of a link key between two Bluetooth enabled devices The devices use the link key for future authentication when exchanging information Connect t Security l Echo Tests Frequent D 1 The mobile computer will start with making an inquiry so that the system can generate a list of device s that has been discovered nearby 2 Select a desired target device For the device name it can only display a maximum length of 11 characters When the device name is too long it will be truncated automatically 3 Select a Bluetooth service from the Target Machine menu To stop and exit the test press ESC After pairing successfully the target device will be added to the Frequent Devices list for quick connection in the future Note For the initial use of Bluetooth networking the pairing procedure must be done before the Echo tests 68 Chapter 3 System Menu Here is a list of devices that the mobile computer has been connected to lately After each successful pairing the system will update it This list can show information of one device that provides any of the following services Serial Port SPP Dial Up Networking DUN Human Interface Device HID FTP Server FTP Y yv vw For the device name it can only display a maximum length of 11 character
74. te 2010 04 14 Time 19 59 Size Press the arrow keys to select a file Then press 2357604 Bytes ESC to Abort ENTER to Confirm G I If you have copied the desired program file s to your SD card go to Kernel Menu 2 Kernel Update and select SD Card You will see a list of all the files under the directory Program as shown above 2 Press the arrow keys Up and Down to select a file 3 Press ENTER to view information of the program file 4 Press ENTER to confirm downloading the program file to the mobile computer Press ESC to abort the download task 89 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual This tool is provided for manufacturing use Warning You should not perform this test Refer to System Menu for details This submenu is the same as System Menu for system configuration 90 SPECIFICATIONS Model Designation 8200 8230 8260 Wireless Bluetooth Class 2 v v Communications 802 11b g S J ii Readers Barcode Reader b CCD linear imager gt Standard Laser 2D Imager Electrical Main Battery Rechargeable Li ion battery 3 7 V 1200 mAh Characteristics Working Time Laser one scan per 5 seconds without backlight gt 124 hours in batch mode 40 hours in Bluetooth mode 8260 in power saving mode 20 hours in Wi Fi mode 1 broadcast packet per second Backup Battery Rechargeable Lithiu
75. thentication Options Enable or Disable PIN Code Define the encryption key values gt Up to 16 characters using ASCII code Note When authentication is enabled without providing a pre set PIN code the mobile computer supports dynamic input of PIN code during pairing 64 Chapter 3 System Menu These echo tests are used for verifying connectivity to make sure the mobile computer is within coverage Press ESC to stop and exit the test gt SPP Serial Port Profile It is used for ad hoc networking b DUN Dial Up Networking Profile DUN Modem It makes use of a Bluetooth modem or mobile phone as a wireless modem DUN GPRS It makes use of a mobile phone with GPRS functionalitv and connects to GPRS AP gt HID Human Interface Device Profile It is used for the mobile computer to work as an input device i e keyboard for a host computer FTP client File Transfer Protocol Profile FTP It is used for the mobile computer to connect to a file server for file transfer System Menu Bluetooth Menu Echo Tests 1 SD Card Menu 1 Information 2 Ether Cradle Menu 2 Connect Set 2 SPP Slave 3 Serial PPP Menu 3 Security 3 DUN Modem 4 Bluetooth Menu 4 HID Test 5 Wi Fi Menu 5 Pairing mesa 5 DUN GPRS 6 Frequent Devices 6 FTP Client an an an 65 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual SPP Master Set the mobile computer as a master device 1 Pairing with your computer
76. tion Mode to Passive 2 Start the echo test on both ends 3 Enter the server IP and port number on the mobile computer Server Mode Set the mobile computer as a server The mobile computer will try to connect to an AP 1 Run the utility EchoTest exe on your computer Associated settings include Select TCP IP Client for interface Set Action Mode to Passive 2 Start the echo test on both ends While running echo tests if WPA setting is enabled for security the SSID and Passphrase will be processed to generate a pre share key Note If you change the SSID or Passphrase it will have to re generate a pre share key 78 Chapter 3 System Menu 1 For initial association with an access point you will see an antenna icon developing on the screen to indicate that the mobile computer is processing a pre share key 2 After having generated the pre share key the mobile computer proceeds to establish a connection with an access point and you will see the whole antenna is flashing 3 When the mobile computer has been connected to the access point successfully you will see the whole antenna and the indication of wireless signal strength The changing icon Y indicates 8200 is processing a pre share key Wait for a few seconds System Menu Wi Fi Menu Echo Tests SD Card Menu Information 1 Client Mode Ether Cradle Menu Network Setting 2 5 Serial PPP Menu WLAN Setting Blueto
77. to System Menu 6 Load Program and select Bluetooth Start the pairing procedure from your computer for example click Pair Device and or Connect Bluetooth Serial Port Run the download utility ProgLoad exe Select interface RS 232 for using Bluetooth SPP Select COM port properties that match with the serial port settings used on your computer 49 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual LOAD PROGRAM VIA SD CARD 2 3 4 Press the arrow keys to select a file Then press ENTER to view information of the program file File Date Time Size ESC ENTER If you have copied the desired program file s to your SD card go to System Menu 6 Load Program and select SD Card You will see a list of all the files under the directory Program as shown above Press the arrow keys Up and Down to select a file Press ENTER to view information of the program file Press ENTER to confirm downloading the program file to the mobile computer Press ESC to abort the download task 50 Chapter 3 System Menu 3 7 DOFTP MENU This submenu is for the FTP client connection It will log the mobile computer into an FTP server via Wi Fi or Ethernet Cradle for the following tasks b Execute and or update the script file FTP dat b Download the program update s Note Go to System Menu and configure the network settings first Refer to 3 9 Ethernet Cradle Menu and 3 12 Wi F
78. ust configure these parameters correctly 3 9 1 INFORMATION Information of Ethernet network configuration can be viewed here 2 Net 3 Echo Ethernet Menu 1 Information DHCP DHCP server in use or not IP IP address of the mobile computer Mask Subnet Mask Gate Default Gateway 59 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual Set parameters for IP networking DHCP Options Enable or Disable Subnet Mask Enter a new Mask IP if necessary Local IP Address Enter a new address for the mobile computer if necessary Default Gateway Enter a new address for the default Gateway if necessary DNS Server Enter a new address for the DNS server if necessary Domain Name The domain name of the host is displayed when DHCP server is enabled Note Normally DHCP is enabled and all of the settings can be obtained from the DHCP server 56 Chapter 3 System Menu The Ethernet Cradle supports three working modes gt Data Mode gt Modem Mode Transparent Mode These echo tests are used for verifying connectivity via the Ethernet Cradle For details refer to the Ethernet Cradle manual System SD Card Me Data Mode Set the Ethernet Cradle in Data mode The mobile computer works as a client Modem Mode Set the Ethernet Cradle in Modem mode The mobile computer works as a client Transparent Mode 1 Client Mode Set the mobile computer as a client Ente
79. will become solid green upon reading a barcode successfully b LED1 is used to provide information on the charging status and barcode decoding gt LED2 is used to provide information on wireless communications Figure 5 LED Indicators 17 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual LED1 Red Green Red Green User Power ON User definable User definable Solid green for Good Read by default Power Off Battery System default System default Charging b Flashing red Charging b Flashing green Charging done Charging Error System default b Flashing red and green Charging error occurs LED2 Blue Green Blue Green Bluetooth System default gt Flashing blue quickly Waiting for connection or connecting gt Flashing blue slowly Connected Wi Fi System default b Flashing green quickly Waiting for connection or connecting b Flashing green slowly Connected The mobile computer has a mono or stereo speaker at the bottom which can be programmed for status feedback It is used to play sounds for events in the programs or play audio files such as WAV files Its volume can be configured through programming or via System Menu Refer to 3 2 7 Speaker Volume In particular its frequency and duration are software programmable for Good Read in the provided terminal emulation programs The mobile computer is integrated with a vibrator which can be programmed for status feedback It can be helpful when working i
80. x Index file 1 F4 DB2 Index file 2 F4 DB3 Index file 3 F4 DB4 DBF file 5 Record file F5 DBO System Default F5 DB1 Index Index file 1 F5 DB2 Index file 2 F5 DB3 Index file 3 F5 DB4 29 8200 Series Mobile Computer Reference Manual AG DBF Application Generator a k a AG Store DAT DBF and Lookup files that are created and or accessed in Application MAGADAT Generator to this folder AG EXPORT AG IMPORT 1 8 3 FILE NAME A file name must follow 8 3 format short filenames at most 8 characters for filename and at most three characters for filename extension The following characters are unacceptable lt gt ILO gt On 8200 Series it can only display a filename of 1 8 characters the null character not included and filename extension will be displayed if provided If a file name specified is longer than eight characters it will be truncated to eight characters gt Long filenames at most 255 characters are allowed when using 8200 equipped with SD card as a mass storage device For example you may have a filename 123456789 txt created from your computer However when the same file is directly accessed on 8200 the filename will be truncated to 123456 1 txt b If a file name is specified other in ASCII characters in order for 8200 to display it correctly you may need to download a matching font file to 8200 first gt The file name is not case sensitive 30

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