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1. Access Point Adapter Association 128 40 Association No data transmission Open 40 No Association Open 128 No Association 40 128 Association No data transmission 40 Open No Association 128 Open No Association 128 128 OK Use the Algorithm pull down menu to select the Open System 40 bit or 128 bit encryption algorithm to be used for the adapter Use Open System no encryption option as the default setting when no data packet encryption is needed over the network Selecting Open System provides no security for the data being transmitted over the network Tap Apply to enable Open System encryption When 40 bit Shared Key encryption is selected the user is required to enter a 10 Hex digit encryption key The key can be entered by spreading the 10 Hex digits between the two encryption key fields provided Tap Apply to save and implement the encryption key data Tap Reset Keys to reset the keys to their original default values When 128 bit Shared Key encryption is selected enter a 26 Hex digit encryption key by spreading the 26 Hex digits across the six encryption key fields provided The 128 bit encryption option provides a higher level of security than 40 bit encryption while maintaining an 11 Mbps data rate Tap Apply to save the encryption key data Tap Reset Keys to reset the keys to their default values 4 20 Operating the SPS 3000 Ping Property Page Use the Ping property page to view the signal strength data
2. Scanning at an incorrect angle Change the angle you are using to scan the codes Wave file is not enabled If you are expecting a beep on a good decode and don t hear one check that The Sounds amp Reminders option is set up properly Start Settings Personal The volume is not muted ctlpanel exe is configured properly Note If after performing these checks the scanner is still not reading bar codes properly contact your distributor or Symbol Technologies When installing drivers an out of memory message appears Memory full Your SPS 3000 requires between 300K and 700K of memory for drivers and applications You may have to free more memory before installation The iPAQ does not recognize the Wireless Networker Drivers not installed The Pocket PC could display an Unrecognized Card dialog box when the Wireless Networker is inserted into the Pocket PC This means the Wireless Networker driver was not loaded or was loaded incorrectly If this is the case the driver files require reinstallation Cannot connect to the network IP address was not assigned Remove and reinsert the Wireless Networker or turn the Pocket PC off and on for changes to the IP address to take effect 6 2 Maintenance Troubleshooting and Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Table 6 1 Technical Specifications Operating Temperature 0 C to 50
3. Verifying an ActiveSync Connection When a proper ActiveSync connection has taken place between the iPAQ and the desktop computer the ActiveSync icon on the desktop computer turns green Performing a Remote ActiveSync You can also synchronize your iPAQ remotely using a WLAN connection Refer to Using ActiveSync over Spectrum24 on page 4 25 for information about setting up an ActiveSync connection via a WLAN Performing Subsequent ActiveSync Operations After you set up ActiveSync for the first time subsequent ActiveSync operations only require a connection between your iPAQ and your desktop computer To connect place your iPAQ in a cradle that is connected to your desktop connect the synchronization cable directly from your iPAQ to the desktop or connect via a Wireless Local Area Network WLAN A WLAN connect will require additional set up see Using ActiveSync over Spectrum24 on page 4 25 3 2 Software Installation Symbol Windows CE SDK Note Refer to System Requirements on page 1 4 before installing the Symbol Windows CE SDK The Symbol Windows CE SDK is available to develop applications to run on the iPAQ This SDK contains SPS 3000 specific software not available in the standard Microsoft Windows CE Platform SDK For example it provides the tools necessary to create and deploy bar code scanning applications for the Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC and the drivers needed to operate the SPS 3000 Installing the SDK o
4. ires lli Rep YI Y WI Y ez ed ha sud udis X Warranty CMT xii Warranty Coverage and Procedure 0 cece ene xiii GONG ial P xiii Chapter 1 Getting Started Introduction foie ESAE OT CERTE at la a DEL DINER OE ECHO eto 1 1 Unpackingthe SPS 3000 355 0 3408 pet eh reete hisque ge pu ede pae oe tA 1 1 Parts of the SPS 3000 iios uuu vue Ru eds vy Ag VER E RA Puedes eed 1 2 iPAQ Pocket PC Parts Used by the SPS 3000 1 0 eee eee 1 3 ACCOSSOMES e ion oe derer as Rae Raa ee yy a ec y de eee 1 4 System Requiremenis oc ccs o a ed e tenere Petr abide mae ia SRL do io de 1 4 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup INTOdUCHON Citic site seats eth Rae ate eee eee dd Dai dee eds o tdo e de 2 1 Inserting the iPAQ into the SPS 3000 oocccccocccoc eee 2 1 Removing the iPAQ from the SPS 3000 oococcoccccccc eee 2 2 Inserting the iPAQ and SPS 3000 into the Cradle 0 00 c eee eee 2 2 Charging the Battery WLAN models only 000 cece eee tte 2 3 Charging the iPAQ and SPS 3000 Separately iliis eee 2 4 Charging the SPS 3000 and iPAQ Using the Cradle 0000 e eee eee 2 5 Charging the SPS 3000 and iPAQ Without the Cradle 00 00 e ee eee 2 6 Checking Battery Power 0 000 cece tenet tenet mnn 2 7 ae SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide s Attaching the Lanyard sa maa e le ne eee Do eee aa a ERE LEE Ei e a a 2 9 Chapter 3 Software Installation INTOGUCTION ED PEDE 3 1 Using Act
5. 2 7 ne SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide P 5 Scroll the screen if necessary and tap the Powericon to display the Power screen E settings 11 08a ok Power Main battery LiPolymer iPAQ Main Battery Battery power remaining Status Bar External battery Lilon Battery power remaining SPS 3000 External Battery Status Bar On battery power Turn off device if not used For On external power O Turn off device if mot used For Figure 2 7 Battery Status Screen When the iPAQ main battery charges the main battery power remaining status bar continuously updates until the iPAQ battery is fully charged 100 If the SPS 3000 is connected and its battery is low the external battery power remaining status bar continuously updates until the SPS 3000 battery is fully charged 100 The SPS 3000 battery charges after the iPAQ battery is fully charged Note The SPS 3000 scan only model does not include a battery When your iPAQ is connected to a scan only SPS 3000 there is no external battery status bar display on the iPAQ Power screen 2 8 Hardware Setup Attaching the Lanyard 1 Thread the lanyard loop through the handstrap connector on the back of the SPS 3000 2 Thread the long end of the lanyard through the loop and pull 3 Pull the loop over the plastic tip on the lanyard 4 Pull the lanyard to tighten Figure 2 8 Attaching the Lanyard 2 9 M SPS 3
6. SPS 3000 Series I Programmer s Guide SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide 72 53911 01 Revision A February 2002 O 2002 by Symbol Technologies Inc All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form or by any electrical or mechanical means without permission in writing from Symbol This includes electronic or mechanical means such as photocopying recording or information storage and retrieval systems The material in this manual is subject to change without notice The software is provided strictly on an as is basis All software including firmware furnished to the user is on a licensed basis Symbol grants to the user a non transferable and non exclusive license to use each software or firmware program delivered hereunder licensed program Except as noted below such license may not be assigned sublicensed or otherwise transferred by the user without prior written consent of Symbol No right to copy a licensed program in whole or in part is granted except as permitted under copyright law The user shall not modify merge or incorporate any form or portion of a licensed program with other program material create a derivative work from a licensed program or use a licensed program in a network without written permission from Symbol The user agrees to maintain Symbol s copyright notice on the licensed programs delivered hereunder and to include the same on any authorized
7. LED EU Power Button Record Button Button 5 Calendar T Ne Q Start Button 1 Button 4 Contacts Q Menu Button 2 Button 3 Bottom View Communications Port Power Jack Reset Button Expansion Connector Figure 1 2 iPAQ Pocket PC Parts Used by the SPS 3000 M SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide A Accessories The SPS 3000 is compatible with the following Compaq accessories e Charging cradle e USB and Serial ActiveSync cables Wall mount and cigarette lighter charging adapter cables System Requirements The following tools must be pre installed on the Development PC Microsoft Windows NT 4 0 Service Pack 5 or greater or Microsoft Windows 2000 operating system Microsoft eMbedded Visual Tools 3 0 The Development PC must have Microsoft ActiveSync 3 1 or higher installed and 10MB available hard disk space for the iPAQ scan driver application files to be successfully installed 1 4 Za Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Introduction This chapter describes how to insert the iPAQ into the SPS 3000 remove the iPAQ from the SPS 3000 insert the units into the cradle charge batteries check battery power and attach the lanyard Inserting the iPAQ into the SPS 3000 1 Slide the iPAQ through the SPS 3000 sleeves to connect the iPAQ and SPS 3000 expansion connectors see Figure 2 1 2 The iPAQ and SPS 3000 are connected when their expansion connectors
8. ae SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide A vi About This Guide Introduction The SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide provides information about the SPS 3000 iPAQ Expansion Pack and its accessories The SPS 3000 Series is a family of ergonomic expansion packs for the Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC device that extends the capabilities of the iPAQ by adding bar code scanning and wireless functionality The SPS 3000 iPAQ Expansion Pack Series includes the following variations SPS3000 T0000000 Scan only integrated 1D Scan Engine for 1 dimensional bar code scanning without Flash Memory SPS3000 T0000200 Scan only integrated 1D Scan Engine for 1 dimensional bar code scanning with 2MB of Flash Memory SPS3046 TO0002WW Scan WLAN integrated 1D bar code scan engine integrated 802 11b Spectrum249 11 Mbps radio and antennae 770mAH Lithium ion battery with 2MB of Flash Memory SPS3046 000002WW WLAN only integrated 802 11b Spectrum24 11 Mbps radio and antennae 770mAH Lithium ion battery with 2MB of Flash Memory vii M SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide Chapter Descriptions Topics covered in this guide are as follows Chapter 1 Getting Started describes how to unpack your SPS 3000 lists accessories and system requirements and describes the parts on your SPS 3000 and the physical buttons and controls on the iPAQ Pocket PC used by the SPS 3000 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup describes how to insert the iPAQ into t
9. scnappsw xxxx cab ScanWedge application CAB file scndrv xxxx cab Scan drivers CAB file andrvarm xxxx cab WLAN drivers CAB file landrvdiv_xxxx cab WLAN driver diversity configuration CAB file These files are found in the Windows CE Tools wce300 SPS3000 Flash lmage ScanWLAN SPS 3000 SDK directory IHVInstall The IHVInstall exe program invokes runs the CAB files located on the SPS 3000 if they were not already installed Only CAB files with the appropriate naming convention are invoked see CAB File Naming Conventions on page 5 9 The IHVInstall program determines if a CAB file was installed by checking a version registry entry for each CAB file The version registry entries reside under the HKEY LOCAL MACHINE Software VApps registry key The entries are of DWORD type 5 7 M SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide A with the short name of the CAB file set to the version A short name consists of the prefix plus unique name defined in Table 5 1 on page 5 9 Version Registry Entry Format Registry Key HKEY LOCAL MACHINE Software Apps DWORD Value Application Shortname version number in hex major rev is first 2 digits minor rev is last 2 digits Example sendrvex1 0x0100 Each CAB file should set its own registry version entry This ensures that older versions of CAB files are not installed over newer versions and that CAB files are only installed once If an i
10. Chapter 6 Maintenance Troubleshooting and Technical Specifications Introduction This chapter provides information to help you take proper care of your SPS 3000 and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during terminal operating Maintaining the SPS 3000 For trouble free service follow these tips when using your SPS 3000 Do not scratch the exit window The exit window of your SPS 3000 contains glass Do not subject it to any strong impact Protect your SPS 3000 from temperature extremes hot or cold Do not leave it on the dashboard of a car on a hot day Keepit away from heaters and other heat sources Keepit away from freezers and other cold sources Do not store or use your SPS 3000 in any location that is extremely dusty damp or wet If the surface of the SPS 3000 exit window becomes soiled clean it with a soft lens cloth moistened with a diluted window cleaning solution 6 1 MA SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide Troubleshooting Table 6 1 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution The Extended Battery Fault screen displays Lithium ion battery not charged Charge the battery in the SPS 3000 SPS 3000 does not accept scan input Bad bar code Check that the bar code symbol is not defaced Too far away from bar code Be sure you are within proper scanning range Too close to bar code Be sure you are within proper scanning range
11. Charging the Battery WLAN models only Both the iPAQ and SPS 3000 include non user accessible rechargeable Lithium ion batteries The SPS 3000 battery powers the internal radio Although the SPS 3000 ships from the factory with a partially charged battery itis recommended that you fully charge the battery before using the SPS 3000 2 3 ne SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide X Charging the iPAQ and SPS 3000 Separately To charge the iPAQ 1 Connect one end of the AC adapter into a power outlet and the other end into the power jack on the bottom of the iPAQ see iPAQ Pocket PC Parts Used by the SPS 3000 2 Aflashing amber LED on the iPAQ indicates charging is in progress When the amber LED becomes constant the iPAQ main battery is fully charged Note Total charge time is approximately 2 5 hours for a completely discharged battery To charge the SPS 3000 1 Connect one end of the AC adapter into a power outlet and the other end into the power jack on the SPS 3000 SPS 3000 Power Jack Figure 2 4 Connecting SPS 3000 Power 2 When the battery is fully charged remove the AC adapter Note There is no charging indicator on the SPS 3000 Verify SPS 3000 battery status after charging see Checking Battery Power on page 2 7 Total charge time is approximately 2 5 hours for a completely discharged battery 2 4 Hardware Setup Charging the SPS 3000 and iPAQ Using the Cradle 1 Insert the iP
12. Rate Wireless Networker WN directo sequence DS technology Spectrum 24 DS is a spread spectrum network operating between 2 4 and 2 5GHz Spread spectrum communication provides a high capacity network within large or small environments Configuring the SPS 3000 For Your WLAN Symbol Status Utility Configuration of the SPS 3000 WLAN capabilities can be accomplished through the Symbol Status Utility This utility includes ten property pages beginning on page 11 and resides in the Today screen s system tray To open the utility tap Start Today to display the Today screen Tap the amp icon on the bottom of the Today screen to display the Symbol Status Utility Mode property page Figure 4 6 Note The icon displays only if the SPS 3000 is attached to the iPAQ In addition the icon changes based on association and signal status see Table 4 1 on page 4 10 Use the following Symbol Status property pages to view and configure the Wireless Networker settings Mode property page page 4 11 Info property page page 4 12 P Config property page page 4 13 Power property page page 4 16 Options property page page 4 17 Encryption property page page 4 19 Ping property page page 4 21 Signal property page page 4 22 APs property page page 4 23 Peers property page page 4 24 For detailed information about property pages refer to Symbol Status Property Pages on page 4 11 4 8 Operatin
13. on the host computer scnappss2 xxxx cab This CAB file contains the scanner application ScanSamp2 and its registry entries During installation the application ScanSamp2 exe is copied to the Program Files Scanner Files directory A shortcut to this executable is created and placed in the Windows Start MenulScanner directory The executable is registered as a valid scanner application by writing the appropriate registry key The INF file used to create this CAB file can be found in the Windows CE Tools wce300 SPS3000 Samples Symbol Cabinfs directory on the host computer scndrv xxxx cab This CAB file must be installed to use the scanning capabilities of the SPS 3000 During installation of this CAB file you must choose the button to use to scan and the application to automatically launch when this button is pressed This button is linked to the Trigger exe application which when launched loads the associated scan application provided no other scanning application is currently running After the drivers are installed a warm boot of the system must take place A warm boot is initiated by pressing the Reset button located on the bottom of the iPAQ see iPAQ Pocket PC Parts Used by the SPS 3000 on page 1 3 3 5 M SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide The following files are installed by the scndrv_xxxx cab file SpexPDD DLL Scanner ASIC device driver This file is copied to the AWindows directory ScanMDD DLL
14. rate transmission test statistics and to perform data transmission tests Transmission quality tests send an ICMP ping packet across the network to a selected address to test data transmissions between computers EN Symbol Status I 157 235 90 2 start Test Size AP 00 A0 F8 9C D5 9E Test Statistics Total Tx 4 Total Rx 4 Retries 0 Avg Mb s 0 01 0 0 0 100 Sig Level 1 RT Time ms 31 Min 17 Max 98 Avg 42 0 2 5 5 11 Mbps Power Encryption Ping a KIO Options Encryption Ping Sind gt Figure 4 12 Ping Property Page Use the IP field to enter an IP address as a dotted string example 122 78 3 141 Select the size of packets sent from the Size pull down menu Tap Start Test to begin the test Each ping displays the round trip time it took the ICMP ping to complete The minimum maximum and average values are displayed as results A real time graph indicates the signal strength and each transmission data rate as a percentage of the overall data traffic 4 21 ne SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide SL Signal Property Page Use the Signal property page to view radio signal transmission strength from the adapter to the associated access point Signal quality is an indicator of how clearly the adapter can hear the access point Use the Signal property page to display a real time graph of the signal quality received by the adapter the number of times the adapter has roamed between
15. set for the access point If the access point is setto the highest power level then that is the level used by the adapter Use the Radio Transmission Power field to set the transmission power level for adapters operating in Ad Hoc or Enhanced Ad Hoc mode Select a transmission power level from the AdHoc pull down menu and tap Applyto implement that level for the adapter There are five transmission power options available in Ad Hoc and Enhanced Ad Hoc mode Select Maximum power to set the adapter to the highest transmission power level Select Maximum power when attempting to communicate with adapters at the outer edge of a coverage area e Choose 50 power to set the adapter to a transmit power level that is half of the maximum power level Reduce transmission power as needed to avoid interference with other devices operating within the same coverage area Specify 25 power to set the adapter to a transmit power level that is half of the 5096 power level e Select 10 power to set the adapter to a transmit power level that is about half of the 25 power level e Choose Minimum power to set the adapter to the lowest transmit power level Use minimum power when communicating with other devices in very close proximity Note f unsure which transmission power level to use in the coverage area ask the System Administrator Options Property Page Use the Options properties page to enable or disable international roaming configure c
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17. transmission Devices in Ad Hoc mode are required to use the same preamble length to interoperate The short preamble length is approximately half the length Send long preamble headers is the default setting used by the adapter Info Property Page Use the Info property page to view Wireless Networker version and operating mode information Use the Version and Mode Information field to view the driver version adapter firmware version supported data rate adapter type firmware type operating country operating mode Infrastructure Ad Hoc or Enhanced Ad Hoc encryption mode and transmit power 4 12 Operating the SPS 3000 The encryption information is useful when associating to an access point as the adapter and access point are required to use the same encryption algorithm to interoperate Changes to the operating mode can be made using the Mode property page Transmit power can be adjusted in the Radio Transmission Power field of the Power property page EN Symbol Status Driver Version Firmware Version Hardware Version Supported Rates Adapter type Firmware type Country Operating Mode Encryption Mode Transmit Power Version and Made Information 3 0 F3 00 18 V3 0 1 2 5 5 11 Mbps CF Card 802 11b Standard Infrastructure No Encryption Automatic ede io Con poner options 4T Figure 4 7 Info Property Page IP Config Property Page Use the IP Config property page to view and edit the fol
18. up Figure 4 1 Trigger About Dialog Box To proceed tap Hide to hide the dialog or press the Trigger button again If you do not want the About box displayed when Trigger loads uncheck the Show this dialog on start up option In addition to mimicking hard trigger functionality you can set the Trigger application to automatically launch registered scanning applications This feature presents an intuitive way of running scanning applications When the user presses the hard trigger button the Trigger application loads if not already loaded and launches a scanning application if set to do so 4 2 Operating the SPS 3000 Changing Trigger Applications To change the application that Trigger launches 1 Tap Start Today to display the Today screen A Start 11 42a Friday November 09 2001 today Tap here to set owner information E E No upcoming appointments D No unread messages No unsent messages No tasks Trigger icon Figure 4 2 Today Screen 4 3 ne SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide 2 Tap the Triggericon on the bottom of the Today screen to display the pop up menu Start 3 48p Thursday December 06 2001 today ale BE Tap here to set owner information ES No upcoming appointments E No unread messages No unsent messages No tasks Launch App About Exit New APRO Figure 4 3 Pop up Menu 3 Select the Launch App option to display a d
19. 00 5 ix createimage utility 5 10 CTLPanel installation 4 1 D demo applicaions building sample source code 5 1 demo applications compiling and running 5 2 compiling and running VB apps 5 2 compiling and running C apps 5 2 desktop software features See a dae eed a 3 1 developing applications 5 1 E encryption DArbibenioa o 4 20 encryption property page 4 19 open systems 4 19 erase utility 5 10 F flash memory utilities 5 10 foreground scanning s 4 7 l info property page 0 4 4 12 installing scan drivers and applications 3 5 installing SDK files 3 7 Index 1 A installing the SDK 0005 3 3 installing WLAN drivers 3 6 IP config property page 4 13 L lock iilius ioi ee todas bee aed 5 10 M maintaining the SPS 3000 6 1 mode property page 4 11 N NCPA encryption property page 4 19 notational conventions viii O operating the SPS 3000 4 1 options property page 4 17 P parts of the SPS 3000 1 2 peers property page 4 24 ping property page 4 21 power property page 4 16 property pages cess es 4 11 R registry keys appl
20. 000 Series Programmer s Guide A 2 10 Chapter 3 Software Installation Introduction This chapter describes how to install and use ActiveSync Software and the Symbol Windows CE Software Developer s Kit SDK Using ActiveSync Software Using ActiveSync technology you can synchronize the information on your iPAQ with the information on your desktop computer After you synchronize changes you make on your iPAQ or desktop computer appear in both places Use ActiveSync software to Install programs and drivers from the host PC to your iPAQ Back up the data stored on your iPAQ Synchronization is a one step procedure that ensures your data is always safe and up to date Copy rather than synchronize files between your iPAQ and desktop Control when synchronization occurs by selecting a synchronization mode For example you may synchronize continually while the iPAQ is in the cradle or only when you select the synchronize command Select the types of information to synchronize and control how much data is synchronized 3 1 M SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide A Installing ActiveSync Software To install ActiveSync on your desktop computer follow the installation instructions on the ActiveSync CD During installation you can set up the types of information e g files E mail databases to synchronize as well as the Sync Mode Continuously while the iPAQ is connected Only upon connection or Manually
21. 1 Compiling and Running the Demo Applications lisse 5 2 Downloading the Executable to the iPAQ lisse 5 3 Deploying Applications 002 eee RI IR n 5 3 Using Symbol CABfileS oooooocococcococnra es 5 3 Suppressing Prompts During Installation lille 5 4 Suppressing the About Dialog ka e cee cee tte ae 5 6 Installing a CAB Tiles icta be E xe RR DR RN mb e see NER EF deck 5 6 Flash Memory ue wee aU ED WP ABIRE rM pU E eg 5 6 Determining if Flash Memory is Present llli 5 7 Standard Flash Memory Files lslsseseeeeee III 5 7 IF VIP Stall 3 ck ete Ra avere coetu ee tse m halo ird eie mide ak itunes 5 7 CAB File Naming Conventions sasaaa sasaaa RR I I 5 9 Contents Developing Flash Memory ImageS 00 cece teens 5 9 Chapter 6 Maintenance Troubleshooting and Technical Specifica tions INtrOGUCTION 3 2 ro ree oh ae pube crudi de E ee aed Nd Ns 6 1 Maintaining the SPS 3000 ocios pei uel be Rune Pasce v cu e Vae E YA ERR P E s 6 1 Troubleshooting iur e Er eL ER Recuerde dde bote Ron sida 6 2 Technical Specifications lille hn 6 3 Appendix A Resetting the iPAQ Resetting Your iPAQ Pocket PC 3100 3600 3700 Series liliis A 1 Performing Warm BOO sseirs mie Al UR Pa hie R ER A 1 Performing a Cold BOOT Ss 3 ete dsc iets rrt eere od pond IET RI e LE TREE e bel A 2 Appendix B Registry Keys Index Feedback
22. 40C3 40C4 40C5 Default Value Type Description Example s Default String These keys set an application to be Default Value Windows Start launched by the given application button Menu Programs Scanner Trigger Ink Set one of the keys Default value listed below to the Trigger application to support hard triggering Keys 40C1 40C2 40C3 40C4 40C5 Default Za Index A ACCOSSOMOS secs sce oo exp x CER 1 4 ActiveSync features ssepe mAb he 3 1 installing 2 2 ti 3 2 performing remote 3 2 performing subsequent operations 3 2 USING it es 3 1 verifying connection 3 2 Via WEAN oi Ry ad Wels 3 2 application shortname B 2 applications developing 5 1 APs property Page 0coocoocoooo o 4 23 B background scanning 4 7 batteries charging sess Tem eats 2 3 checking power 0 2 7 BootDlg 224 2 m Rb B 2 booting CONG ib Aaa A 2 Walt axe etm ER US e s A 1 C CAB files scan drivers installation 4 1 USING s iret eb ertet 5 8 version registry entry format 5 8 changing the scan trigger 4 2 chapter descriptions viii charging batteries 2 3 checking battery power 2 7 cleaning exit window 6 1 configuring for your WLAN 4 8 contacting Symbol 0
23. APs the current data rate and the network in range status Note The Signal property page is not accessible if Ad Hoc or Enhanced Ad Hoc is selected as the operating mode in the Mode property page E Symbol Status Signal Strength Signal Quality level 0 III Signal Quality Excellent Roaming Count 2 AP MAC Address 00 40 F8 9C D5 1E Network status In range Transmit Rate 11 MBit Apply Options Encryption Ping Signal aps E Figure 4 13 Signal Property Page 4 22 Operating the SPS 3000 APs Property Page Use the APs property page in Infrastructure mode to view access points with the same ESSID as the adapter within the wireless network View the AP MAC address signal and direct sequence channel of each located access point If the current adapter signal strength is poor one of the access points displayed could provide a stronger signal Select and tap on an access point to display a pull down menu used for setting the adapter access point roaming capabilities Selecting Set Mandatory prohibits the adapter from associating with a different access point The letter M displays on top of the AP diagram when the Set Mandatory option is selected Selecting Set Roaming enables the adapter to roam to an access point Tap Refresh to update the list of the known APs E symbol Status Known Access Points gig 00 40 F8 9C D5 42 12 11 gla 00 40 F8 9C D5 76 16 11 gig 00 40 F
24. AQ into the SPS 3000 see nserting the iPAQ into the SPS 3000 on page 2 1 2 Insert the assembled units into the cradle see Inserting the iPAQ and SPS 3000 into the Cradle on page 2 2 3 Connect one end of the AC adapter into a power outlet and the other end into the power port on the cradle see Figure 2 5 Figure 2 5 Connecting Cradle Power 4 A flashing amber LED on the iPAQ indicates charging is in progress When the amber LED becomes constant the iPAQ main battery is fully charged The SPS 3000 external battery begins charging at this time Display the Power settings screen to view charging status see Checking Battery Power on page 2 7 Note 7he SPS 3000 battery begins charging only after the iPAQ main battery is fully charged The total charge time for both batteries can take up to 5 hours when both batteries are completely discharged 2 5 M SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide Charging the SPS 3000 and PAQ Without the Cradle 1 Insert the iPAQ into the SPS 3000 see Inserting the iPAQ into the SPS 3000 on page 2 1 Connect one end of the AC adapter into a power outlet and the other end into the power jack on the bottom of the iPAQ E D Ss Figure 2 6 Connecting Power Without Cradle A flashing amber LED on the iPAQ indicates charging is in progress When the amber LED becomes constant the iPAQ main battery is fully charged The SPS 3000 external battery
25. C 32 F to 122 F Storage Temperature 10 C to 50 C 14 F to 122 F Humidity 5 to 90 non condensing Electrostatic Discharge ESD 8 kVac air 4 kVdc contact Scanner Type Proton not applicable for Spectrum24 11 Mbps WLAN only unit Communications iPAQ BUS Power Source Scan Only iPAQ Battery Scan WLAN WLAN Integrated Lithium ion Scanner iPAQ Battery WLAN Only Integrated Lithium ion Typical Battery Life 8 10 hours 1 scan decode transmit every 40 seconds no backlight Integrated RF WLAN Scan Only None Scan WLAN 2 4 GHz 11 Mbps CF Card WLAN Only 2 4 GHz 11 Mbps CF Card 1 O Options Scan Only None Scan WLAN Power Jack WLAN Only Power Jack 6 3 M SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide A 6 4 Za Appendix A Resetting the iPAQ Resetting Your iPAQ Pocket PC 3100 3600 3700 Series If your iPAQ stops responding to input from buttons or the screen you must reset it by performing a warm or cold boot Performing a Warm Boot A warm boot restarts the terminal and saves all stored records and entries Caution Files that remain open during a warm boot may not be retained To perform a warm boot use your stylus to press the Reset button on the bottom of the iPAQ O Y Reset Button Figure A 1 Warm Boot Button A 1 ne SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide X Performing a Cold Bo
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27. S 9C DS 1E 28 11 00 40 F8 9C so SS Set Mandatory Set Roaming opts Ereren Pra Sa Figure 4 14 APs Property Page When Ad Hoc is selected as the operating mode the Signal and APs property pages disappear 4 23 ne SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide SL Peers Property Page When Ad Hoc is selected as the operating mode the Signal and APs property pages disappear and display the Peers property page Use the Known Peers field to view the BSSID or MAC addresses of the other adapters peers in the wireless network their power mode their transmit rate supported rate and the length of time an adapter has been out of the Ad Hoc network These adapters are all available when forming a peer to peer network in Ad Hoc mode The number of adapters in the network is displayed at the bottom or of the screen The Peers property page is a view only window with no configurable data fields Tap Refresh to update the Peers property page to the latest Ad Hoc network performance and membership data E Symbol Status Known Peers r 00 40 F5 00 01 45 CAM 11 Figure 4 15 Peers Property Page 4 24 Operating the SPS 3000 Using ActiveSync over Spectrum24 The SPS 3000 with wireless capabilities allows the user to connect to a host over a wireless local area network WLAN To connect your iPAQ over a WLAN en Ia Install the ActiveSync software on your desktop computer and restart reboot S
28. Scanner stream device driver This file is copied to the AWindows directory Scnapi32 DLL Scanner API This file is copied to the Windows directory Trigger exe A system tray application that allows a hardware application button to be used to trigger scanning operations This application can also be used to launch registered scanning applications when the button is pressed This executable is copied to the Program Files Scanner Files directory Ctlpanel exe A sample application that provides an interface for modifying scan parameters This file is copied to the Program Files Scanner Files directory WLAN Drivers CAB Files landrvarm_xxxx cab This CAB file must be installed in order to use the WLAN capabilities of an SPS 3000 that contains WLAN hardware After the drivers are installed a warm boot of the system must take place A warm boot is initiated by pressing the Reset button located on the bottom of the iPAQ see iPAQ Pocket PC Parts Used by the SPS 3000 on page 1 3 landrvdiv_xxxx cab The WLAN hardware on the SPS 3000 contains a single antenna This CAB file configures the WLAN driver not to use Diversity and sets the hardware default to not use Diversity Note When CAB files are registered the xxxx in each CAB file name described in the sections Scan Drivers and Applications CAB Files and WLAN Drivers CAB Files is replaced with a number that corresponds to the CAB file s release rev
29. _MACHINE Software Microsoft Shell Keys 40C 1 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Software Microsoft Shell Keys 40C2 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Software Microsoft Shell Keys 40C3 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Software Microsoft Shell Keys 40C4 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Software Microsoft Shell Keys 40C5 Default The Default Value of one of the above keys should be set to the following string Windows Start MenulProgramsiScannen Trigger Ink Scan application auto launch By default the Installer DLL prompts the user to choose the registered scanning application to launch automatically when the scan button is pressed To register a scanner application for use with the automatic launch feature simply add a new registry entry in the following format Registry Key HKEY_CURRENT_USER Software Symbol ScanApps String Value lt Application Shortname gt lt Full path name to a shortcut or executable gt Example ScanSamp2 Windows Start Menu Programs Scanner ScanSamp2 nk Developing Applications for the SPS 3000 If the Scan application auto launch prompt is suppressed the scanning application launched automatically needs to be set manually This can be accomplished by setting the following registry entry Registry Key HKEY_CURRENT_USER Software Symbol Settings String Value ScanApp lt Registered Application Shortname gt Example ScanApp ScanWedge System Reset By default the Installer DLL prompts the us
30. ammer s Guide 72 53911 01 Revision A February 2002 Symbol Technologies Inc One Symbol Plaza Holtsville N Y 11742 1300 http www symbol com manuals
31. and Scan WLAN configurations of the SPS 3000 The Trigger and CTLPanel Symbol Control Panel applications are installed during the scan drivers CAB file scndrv_xxxx cab installation see Installing Drivers and Applications on page 3 4 Trigger provides the capability of performing hard triggers physical button presses to initiate scans CTLPanel provides the capability of setting scanning parameters such as scan durations and beep sounds 4 1 ne SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide m Trigger Application Note This application is visible only on the Today screen The Trigger application provides the capability for hard physical scan trigger support for one of the five applications buttons on the iPAQ see iPAQ Pocket PC Parts Used by the SPS 3000 on page 1 3 By default the button used to Trigger the scanner is set to the Record Button 5 application button This can be changed at any time on the Buttons Screen To change the scan trigger Tap Start Settings Buttons to set a different button to Trigger When the Trigger application Vs is launched it resides in the tray at the bottom of the Today screen see Figure 4 2 on page 4 3 and the Trigger About dialog box displays About Triqger exe ver1 01 This Trigger app when associated with an application button mimics the functionality of a hardware trigger It can also be setto automatically launch an application Show this dialog on start
32. are fully engaged When the expansion connectors engage you will hear a slight click Gy Ey Expansion Connectors 9 o Figure 2 1 Inserting the iPAQ into the SPS 3000 2 1 ne SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide X Removing the iPAQ from the SPS 3000 To remove the iPAQ push up on the bottom of the iPAQ to disengage the expansion connectors then slide the iPAQ off the SPS 3000 sleeves Inserting the iPAQ and SPS 3000 into the Cradle Before inserting the iPAQ and SPS 3000 into the cradle ensure that the retractable stabilizing arms located on the inside of the cradle are extended see Figure 2 2 These provide a secure fit between the units If the arms are not extended press the release button located on the back of the cradle Retractable Stabilizing Arms Release Button Figure 2 2 Releasing the Cradle s Retractable Arms 2 2 Hardware Setup To insert the iPAQ and SPS 3000 into the cradle 1 Insert the iPAQ into the SPS 3000 see Figure 2 1 2 Align the connectors on the bottom of the iPAQ with the cradle s plastic pin and pin out connectors see Figure 2 3 3 Slide the iPAQ and SPS 3000 into the cradle as pictured below 4 The iPAQ and SPS 3000 are connected to the cradle when they are seated firmly in the cradle and the connectors are fully engaged Plastic Pin Connector Pin out Connectors Figure 2 3 Inserting the iPAQ and SPS 3000 into the Cradle
33. begins charging at this time Display the Power settings screen to view charging status see Checking Battery Power on page 2 7 Note 7he SPS 3000 battery begins charging only after the iPAQ main battery is fully charged The total charge time for both batteries can take up to 5 hours when both batteries are completely discharged 2 6 Hardware Setup Checking Battery Power Note Battery longevity depends upon many factors such as amount and type of usage For example extended wireless communications will have an impact on battery life To conserve battery power the integrated 802 11b radio WLAN has the capability to reduce power consumption when wireless communications is not in use The SPS 3000 battery must have a sufficient charge When the SPS 3000 battery falls below critical levels the iPAQ will automatically shut the SPS 3000 down and the following screen displays on your iPAQ A Extended Battery Fault 11 10a Extended Battery Fault Your Extended Battery has become critically low The expansion pack will be powered off To continue using this expansion pack you will need to charge it This does not affect the iPAQ main battery and the operation of the iPAQ without the SPS 3000 To check the battery power Power on the iPAQ by depressing and releasing the power button Tap to display the Start screen Select Settings Select the System tab on the bottom of the Settings screen Pon
34. copies it makes in whole or in part The user agrees not to decompile disassemble decode or reverse engineer any licensed program delivered to the user or any portion thereof Symbol reserves the right to make changes to any software or product to improve reliability function or design Symbol does not assume any product liability arising out of or in connection with the application or use of any product circuit or application described herein No license is granted either expressly or by implication estoppel or otherwise under any Symbol Technologies Inc intellectual property rights An implied license only exists for equipment circuits and subsystems contained in Symbol products Symbol Spectrum One and Spectrum24 are registered trademarks of Symbol Technologies Inc Other product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies and are hereby acknowledged Symbol Technologies Inc One Symbol Plaza Holtsville New York 11742 1300 http www symbol com Contents About This Guide Introductions esien enata Genter ROS ted eri vii Chapter Descriptions 2 fie sa eck wets se Re ERR ER aed Get AIEO ER dee P RERO viii Notational Coriventi oris 2 Pace nha iu ebeESDORP a ee ES viii Related Documents uoi eed oy aie ee ben bt EIE acta teagan E es ix Service INFOPMALOM a5 oue Sp dudes a hac e tadashi pota exu eacus a RUN de G LS Sui qul ix Symbol Support Centers
35. d the purchase price of said product except in instances of injury to persons or property Some states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the proceeding exclusion or limitation may not apply to you xiii ae SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide A xiv Chapter 1 Getting Started Introduction This chapter describes how to unpack your SPS 3000 lists accessories and system requirements and describes the parts on your SPS 3000 and the physical buttons and controls on the iPAQ Pocket PC used by the SPS 3000 Unpacking the SPS 3000 Carefully remove all protective material from around the SPS 3000 and save the shipping container for later storage and shipping Verify that you received all equipment listed on the packing slip and inspect the equipment for damage If you are missing any equipment or if you find any damaged equipment contact the Symbol Technologies Support Center immediately See page x for contact information ne SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide m Parts of the SPS 3000 Side View Inside View SPS 3000 Power Jack not available on Scan only model Expansion Connector Top View Expansion Connector Exit Window Scanner models only Figure 1 1 Parts of the SPS 3000 1 2 Getting Started iPAQ Pocket PC Parts Used by the SPS 3000 Front View Amber Charging
36. e Fields Continued Field Description Subnet Mask Most TCP IP networks use subnets in order to effectively manage routed IP addresses Having an organization s network divided into subnets allows it to be connected to the Internet with a single shared network address for example 255 255 255 0 Gateway The default gateway is a device which is used to forward IP packets to and from a remote destination DNS The Domain Name System DNS is a distributed Internet directory service DNS is used mostly to translate domain names and IP addresses DNS is also used to control Internet email delivery If DNS is not configured Web sites cannot be located or email delivered WINS WINS is a Microsoft Net BIOS name server WINS eliminates the broadcasts needed to resolve computer names to IP addresses by providing a cache or database of translations MAC Address An IEEE 48 bit address that the adapter is given at the factory that uniquely identifies the adapter at the physical layer level Host User assigned host name 4 15 ne SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide SL Power Property Page Use the Power property page to setthe Wireless Networker power consumption mode and the radio transmission power The Wireless Networker has two power consumption modes The Automatic Power Saving Mode is the default power mode setting Clear the Automatic Power Saving Mode checkbox and use the slid
37. e approved shipping container is not used Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the warranty If the original shipping container has not been kept contact Symbol to have another sent to you A Symbol Support Centers IMS SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide For service information warranty information or technical assistance contact or call the Symbol Support Center in United States Symbol Technologies Inc One Symbol Plaza Holtsville New York 11742 1300 1 800 653 5350 United Kingdom Symbol Technologies Symbol Place Winnersh Triangle Berkshire RG41 5TP United Kingdom 0800 328 2424 Inside UK 44 118 945 7529 Outside UK Australia Symbol Technologies Pty Ltd 432 St Kilda Road Melbourne Victoria 3004 1 800 672 906 Inside Australia 61 3 9866 6044 Outside Australia Denmark Danmark Symbol Technologies AS Dr Neergaardsvej 3 2970 Hersholm 7020 1718 Inside Denmark 45 7020 1718 Outside Denmark Finland Suomi Oy Symbol Technologies Kaupintie 8 A 6 FIN 00440 Helsinki Finland 9 5407 580 Inside Finland 358 9 5407 580 Outside Finland Canada Symbol Technologies Canada Inc 2540 Matheson Boulevard East Mississauga Ontario Canada LAW 4Z2 905 629 7226 Asia Pacific Symbol Technologies Asia Inc 230 Victoria Street 04 05 Bugis Junction Office Tower Singapore 188024 337 6588 Inside Singapore 465 337 6588 Outside Singapore Austria Osterreich Symb
38. e gt menu option This automatically downloads the application and launches it Compiling and Running the Visual Basic Application Perform the following steps to compile and run the Visual Basic application VBScanTest 1 Open the ebp file using the Microsoft Embedded Visual Basic Existing tab in the New Project dialog Note ebp files reside in Windows CE Tools wce300 SPS3000 Samples lt application name gt 5 2 Select Pocket PC Default Device from the Devices drop down list box on the toolbar Make the VB script by selecting the File Make lt project name gt menu option Developing Applications for the SPS 3000 4 To debug run the application select the Run Start Debug menu option This automatically downloads the VB script and the ActiveScanSPS3000 Scanner Active X control if they have not already been copied to the iPAQ Downloading the Executable to the iPAQ As an alternative to having Embedded Visual Tools download the executable to the iPAQ ActiveSync s Mobile File Explorer can be used to copy executables to the directory you choose You may also want to paste a shortcut to the executable in the Windows Start Menu directory so that the application can be launched through the Start Menu Deploying Applications Using Symbol CAB files Note CAB files are the preferred method for installing applications and drivers on a Pocket PC For more informa
39. e utilities reside in the Windows CE Tools wce300 SPS3000 Flash Tools SPS 3000 SDK directory All the utilities must be copied to the iPAQ via ActiveSync s Mobile File Explorer prior to their use Once copied to the iPAQ you can execute run the utilities by clicking on them within the iPAQ s File Explorer program 5 9 A 5 10 Lr SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide Table 5 2 Flash Memory Utilities Utility Description Erase exe Erases all of Flash memory Warning All files in Flash memory are lost after this program runs Unlock Unlocks Flash memory After this program runs files can be copied to the Compaq Disk directory on the iPAQ Lock Locks Flash memory After this program runs the Compaq Disk directory reverts back to read only status Read only is the default state of the Compaq Disk directory Createlmage exe This program reads the binary image of Flash memory and saves it to a file you choose Writelmage exe This program reads a binary image created by the Createlmage program and writes it to Flash memory The image file name can be passed to the Writelmage program via the command line for automation purposes Warning After Writelmage is used the SPS 3000 must be removed and re inserted for the files to show up in the Compaq Disk directory Developing Applications for the SPS 3000 Creating the Image Creating a Flash memory image is a
40. emory SPS 3000 Flash memory provides a method for deploying iPAQ applications and drivers in the field without the use of a desktop PC or other hardware The developer can create a CAB file that installs an application Since not all SPS 3000 devices contain Flash memory please refer to Determining if Flash Memory is Present before using the Flash memory utilities Once the developer configures the memory it should be considered ROM Read Only Memory by the end user By default this memory is locked by the iPAQ so that users cannot change its content 5 6 Developing Applications for the SPS 3000 Determining if Flash Memory is Present Not all SPS 3000 devices contain Flash memory Perform the following steps to determine if Flash memory is present on your SPS 3000 1 Insert the iPAQ into the SPS 3000 see nserting the iPAQ into the SPS 3000 on page 2 1 2 Run the File Explorer program tap Start Programs File Explorer 3 Tap the My Documents drop down list and select My Device If a folder named Compaq Disk is included among the list folders then the SPS 3000 contains Flash memory Standard Flash Memory Files SPS 3000 devices that contain Flash memory ship with the standard driver and application image This image contains the following files HVInstall exe Flash memory install program HVUninstall exe Flash memory uninstall program e scnappss2 xxxx cab ScanSamp2 application CAB file
41. er at the end of the installation to reboot reset the system so that the drivers can be loaded by the system at startup The installation prompts listed above can be selected on an individual basis not to be displayed during installation This is done via the registry Set the following DWORD values to 1 to hide the prompts during installation Registry Key HKEY_CURRENT_USER Software Symbol Settings DWORD Value s TriggerButton lt 0 for prompt 1 for no prompt gt ScanAppLaunch lt 0 for prompt 1 for no prompt gt Bootdlg lt 0 for prompt 1 for no prompt 5 5 M SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide A Suppressing the About Dialog When the Trigger application Trigger exe runs for the first time the About box displays with an option notto show it on subsequent launches see Scanning For the First Time on page 4 6 The following registry entry affects this operation Registry Key HKEY CURRENT USERWSoftware SymbolSettings DWORD Value TriggerDlg 1 for prompt O for no prompt Installing a CAB file When CAB files run from the iPAQ they automatically install If you would like to install a CAB file from inside your installation program simply use the CAB file name as the command line parameter to the wceload executable C Example PROCESS INFORMATION pi CreateProcess L Windows wceload exe L scndrv_0100 cab NULL NULL FALSE 0 NULL NULL NULL amp pi Flash M
42. g the SPS 3000 Installing the Symbol Status Utility To install Symbol Status complete the driver installation instructions described in Chapter 3 Software Installation Using the Symbol Status Utility Symbol Status provides signal transmission quality and power management status for the Wireless Networker The Symbol Status task tray icon see Table 4 1 conveys real time signal strength and service quality information The Symbol Status property pages display driver and firmware revision data power management settings and Wireless Networker transmission and signal quality statistics Symbol Status starts automatically and appears on the task tray Tap the Symbol Status icon on the task tray to open the utility The icon changes in real time to reflect the signal strength and availability of the Wireless Networker and the network Note The appearance of the Symbol Status Utility can differ depending on the device being used 4 9 ne SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide X Symbol Status Task Tray Icons Symbol Status task tray icons display the signal strength of the Wireless Networker Table 4 1 Symbol Status Task Tray Icons ICON Status y Excellent signal strength Green Bar Very good signal strength Good signal strength Fair signal strength Poor signal strength Out of network range va a a e 4 10 Operating the SPS 3000 Symbol Status Property Pages The Symbol S
43. he focus e g the user no longer sees the application scanned data WILL NOT go to that application since it cancels any pending read requests when it loses the focus A Background scanning application is one in which Background read requests are issued Such an application is allowed to have read requests pending at any time whether or not the application has the focus e g is visible to the user On receiving scanned data the application may or may not take the focus e g becomes visible to the user Foreground read requests take precedence over Background read requests Scanned data goes to a Background scanning application ONLY if the Foreground scanning application does not have the focus with read requests pending ScanSamp2 can be a Foreground or Background scanning application but defaults to Foreground this can be changed via the User Interface ScanWedge is a Background Scanning application Using the ScanWedge Systray Application for Background Scanning ScanWedge can be used to allow non scanning aware applications to support bar code input When launched it resides in the system tray If the foreground window allows keyboard input such as the Notes application all scanned data is typed into the field where the cursor resides 4 7 ne SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide X Wireless Local Area Network WLAN Operation The SPS 3000 Scan WLAN and WLAN only configurations contain Spectrum 24 High
44. he SPS 3000 1 Insert the iPAQ into the SPS 3000 see nserting the iPAQ into the SPS 3000 on page 2 1 2 Press the scan trigger Record Button to launch the Trigger system tray application 3 When the Trigger application s About box is dismissed either manually or automatically ScanWedge launches 4 Pressthe scan trigger a second time This turns on the laser which produces a red scan beam Verify that the red scan beam covers the entire 1 D bar code If the bar code is decoded an audible beep occurs ScanWedge places the bar code data in any valid input field any field that accepts cursor input Scan Trigger Default Record Button Figure 4 5 Scanning a Bar Code 4 6 Operating the SPS 3000 Scanning in Foreground and Background Modes There are two basic types of scanning applications Foreground and Background The designations Foreground and Background refer to the type of read requests Foreground or Background issued by the application It DOES NOT necessarily refer to whether or not the application has the focus A Foreground scanning application is one in which Foreground read requests are issued Such an application is expected to have read requests pending only when the application has the focus This means that when a Foreground scanning application is visible to the user e g the application has the focus scanned data goes ONLY to that application When a Foreground scanning application loses t
45. he SPS 3000 remove the PAQ from the SPS 3000 insert the units into the cradle charge batteries check battery power and attach the lanyard Chapter 3 Software Installation describes how to install and use ActiveSync Software and the Symbol Windows CE Software Developer s Kit SDK Chapter 4 Operating the SPS 3000 provides information about scanner operations and Wireless Local Area Network WLAN configuration Chapter 5 Developing Applications for the SPS 3000 provides information about demo applications deploying applications Flash memory and CAB files registry entries and how they can be used to customize installation for your individual needs Chapter 6 Maintenance Troubleshooting and Technical Specifications provides information to help you take proper care of your SPS 3000 and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during terminal operating Appendix A Resetting the iPAQ describes how to reset your iPAQ Appendix B Registry Keys includes Registry Key tables for the SPS 3000 Notational Conventions This document uses these conventions viii SPS 3000 is used in place of the full name SPS 3000 iPAQ Expansion Pack and refers to any model of SPS 3000 Development PC refers to a personal computer where application development takes place Host PC refers to a personal computer used to install drivers and applications through Microsoft amp ActiveSync 3 1 User refers to anyone usi
46. ialog with a list box of all registered scanning applications Launch Application Select the scanner application to launch ScanSamp2 Figure 4 4 Launch Application Screen 4 Select the application you would like Trigger to automatically launch 5 Tap OK 4 4 Operating the SPS 3000 For more information about registering scanning applications for use with Trigger refer to Chapter 5 Developing Applications for the SPS 3000 CTLPanel Symbol Control Panel Application The CTLPanel Application provides the user with an interface for setting scan parameters You can access a shortcut to the CTLPanel program by tapping Start Programs Scanner CTLPanel is a menu driven application that allows for quick navigation of the many scan parameters provided by the scan drivers For more information about the scan parameters and what they do refer to the SPS 3000 Help file 4 5 ne SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide m Scanning For the First Time Note Depending on how your system is configured during installation of the scan driver CAB file the physical Compaq iPAQ application button that starts the Trigger application and the scanning application launched may vary The information in this section assumes that the Trigger application is mapped to Button 5 the Record Button see iPAQ Pocket PC Parts Used by the SPS 3000 on page 1 3 and that the ScanWedge application is set to launch automatically To scan using t
47. ication shortname B 2 BootDlg surdus RR B 2 defaults ose eI B 2 SCanADDs au ts farte ees aye B 1 ScanAppLaunch ss B 1 TriggerButton 00 B 1 TriggerDlg ooooooooo B 2 resetting e Pen ERR A 1 cold DOO 2 cerle ees A 2 warm boot eeii icia irei i iei A 1 Index 2 ae SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide S scan applications o 3 5 scan drivers s nist ub rye een 3 5 ScanApp cetus las eee tee B 1 ScanAppLaunch ussuss B 1 scanning background oem 4 7 for the firsttime 4 6 foreground 0 00005 4 7 scansamp2 ooo 4 7 scanwedge 6 0000 rere 4 7 SCANSAMP2 eR ena e Res 4 7 scanwedge os acercas touei i iara 4 7 SDK ed aenar ae REDE 3 3 installation options 3 4 installing 3 3 3 5 3 6 3 7 installing drivers and applications 3 4 SDK files iane a a ea e 3 7 service information 04 ix signal property page 4 22 software development kit 3 3 status utility ooo oooooooo 4 8 Symbol Status installing y 4 9 USING ne a Pata RD he 4 9 Symbol Status utility iristallig eem en 4 9 property pages 4 11 task tray icons 4 10 T task tray icons 2 0055 4 10 tools and utilities Symbol Status sarii a iienaa gai 4 9 trigger application changi
48. iguration Scan Drivers WLAN Drivers SDK Files Scan Only X n a X Scan WLAN X X X WLAN Only n a X X Complete Custom User Defined User Defined User Defined Installing Drivers and Applications Installation registers the SDK CAB files with the Microsoft ActiveSync Windows CE Applications Manager CEAppMgr exe When the iPAQ is inserted into the cradle and connected to the desktop PC via ActiveSync the installation of the CAB files begins The CAB files registered are described in the sections Scan Drivers and Applications CAB Files on page 3 5 and WLAN Drivers CAB Files on page 3 6 Note You can find information on CAB files in the Microsoft eMbedded Visual Tools 3 0 help under the section heading Installation and Configuration Guide 8 4 Software Installation WARNING After drivers are installed the iPAQ must be reset i e re booted Scan Drivers and Applications CAB Files scnappsw_xxxx cab This CAB file contains the scanner application ScanWedge and its registry entries During installation the application ScanWedge exe is copied to the Program Files Scanner Files directory A shortcut to this executable is created and placed in the Windows Start MenulScanner directory The executable is registered as a valid scanner application by writing the appropriate registry key The INF file used to create this CAB file can be found in the Windows CE Tools wce300 SPS3000 Samples Symbol Cabinfs directory
49. ing scale in the Manual Power Saving Mode field to select a performance index 1 to 5 suited to the intended operation of the adapter Each mode is described underneath the sliding scale EN Symbol Status Radio Transmission Power Infrastructure Automatic Power Saving Mode Manual Power Saving Mode Least Figure 4 9 Power Property Page Use the Radio Transmission Power field to set the power level for data transmitted to either an access point Infrastructure mode or other adapters in an Ad Hoc cell Ad Hoc or Enhanced Ad Hoc mode Set the mode for each adapter using the Mode property page Adjusting the adapter transmit power level enables users to expand or confine a transmission area in respect to interference or other wireless devices that could be operating nearby Reducing a coverage area in high traffic areas improves transmission quality by reducing the number of missed beacons and noise in that coverage area 4 16 Operating the SPS 3000 Use the Radio Transmission Power field to set the transmission power level for adapters operating in Infrastructure mode There are two options available in Infrastructure mode Automatic and Power Plus e Select Automatic to use the current access point transmit power level for the adapter Automatic is the default mode for adapters operating in Infrastructure mode Select Power Plus from the pull down menu to set the transmission power one level higher than the level
50. ion of the scan TriggerButton 1 no prompt driver CAB file If a prompt is set a dialog asks for the application button to be used as a hard trigger ScanAppLaunch DWORD Sets a user prompt during ScanAppLaunch 0 prompt installation of the scan ScanAppLaunch 1 no prompt driver CAB file If a prompt is set a dialog asks for the scanning application to launch automatically when the hard trigger is pressed and no scanning application has a read pending B 1 A SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide Table B 1 HKEY_CURRENT_USER Software Symbol Settings Continued Value Type Description Example s BootDlg DWORD Sets a user prompt during BootDlg 0 prompt installation of the scan BootDlg 1 no prompt driver CAB file If a prompt is set a dialog asks to reset the system TriggerDlg DWORD Sets a user prompt during TriggerDlg 1 prompt startup of the Trigger TriggerDlg 0 no prompt System tray application that displays the About dialog Table B 2 HKEY CURRENT USER Software Symbol ScanApps Value Type Description Example s Application String Registers a scanning ScanWedge Windows Start Shortname gt application to be launched Menu Programs Scanner ScanSamp2 Ink automatically by the Trigger application if desired Table B 3 HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE Software Microsoft Shell Keys 40C1 40C2
51. ision This provides an easy way to tell if the most current revision of the CAB file is used For example scndrv_0100 cab corresponds to a CAB file version of 1 00 3 6 Software Installation SDK Files If the SDK files installation option is checked all files necessary to develop scanning applications for the SPS 3000 are installed Table 3 2 lists the locations to which the SDK files are installed Table 3 2 Installed SDK Files File Location File Type Windows CE Tools wce300 SPS 3000 Bin Symbol compiled drivers applications and CAB files Windows CE Tools wce300 SPS 3000 Include Symbol API Include files Windows CE Tools wce300 SPS 3000 Lib arm Symbol API Import library for SA 1110 StrongARM uP Windows CE Tools wce300 SPS 3000 Samples Symbol scanner sample source code sample CAB INF files Windows CE Tools wce300 SPS 3000 Help Symbol API Help files and documentation Windows CE Tools wce300 SPS 3000 Flash Flash memory tools and images see Chapter 5 Developing Applications for the SPS 3000 3 7 M SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide A 3 8 Chapter 4 Operating the SPS 3000 Introduction This chapter provides information about scanner operations and Wireless Local Area Network WLAN configuration Operating the Scanner The SPS 3000 scanner provides support for scanning 1 Dimensional bar codes The scanner is present on the Scan Only
52. iveSync Software eue Rose RR Rb Rel dice OPORTERE RU dede us 3 1 Installing ActiveSync Software liliis n 3 2 Verifying an ActiveSync Connection 0000s 3 2 Performing a Remote ActiveSync 0 0 cette tenes 3 2 Performing Subsequent ActiveSync Operations ooooccccccoc ee 3 2 Symbol Windows CE SDK e5 accre ke ke vee Eee Ee eur yr EY aa dee tee 3 3 Installing the SDK on the Development PC 1 2 cette ee 3 3 Choosing Installation Options lissleeseeee RII II I 3 4 Installing Drivers and Applications liliis 3 4 SDISFIIGS c riri erano EI MORE eh ERR ad AUS a Oo asians Mamet o etae Me rd Shee ttumutud 3 7 Chapter 4 Operating the SPS 3000 IntrOQUCtlOn tt CRT AURA SIE RES Rea alte a lite m ds RP cR E RR Set aes 4 1 Operating the Scanner uendere emm Dre ruere E e RE pte Race ade 4 1 Trigger Applicatlor ze A Rp eee Ra E RR RN EBORE 4 2 CTLPanel Symbol Control Panel Application llle 4 5 Scanning For the First Time rhe xk Pe RR ERR Eee IAE Ex UAR 4 6 Wireless Local Area Network WLAN Operation 0 0 000 c eee eee ee 4 8 Configuring the SPS 3000 For Your WLAN sssssesse eee 4 8 Using ActiveSync over Spectrum24 sanaaa anneanne 4 25 Chapter 5 Developing Applications for the SPS 3000 Introduction zoe eR POE WE ECOL RE A RR EEG URGE RR E 5 1 Building Sample Source Code Demo Applications lisse 5 1 Preparing to Build the Demo Applications 5
53. lowing IP address subnet gateway DNS WINS MAC address and host name Select DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol to obtain a leased IP address and network configuration information from a remote server DHCP is a read only window and is the default setting 4 13 IMS SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide Select Static to manually assign an IP address subnet mask default gateway DNS and WINS address used by the adapter E Symbol Status IP Configuration DHCP O Static IP Address 157 235 90 72 Subnet Mask Gateway 157 235 90 2 DNS 157 235 95 1 WINS 157 235 95 49 MAC Address 00 40 F3 00 00 B2 Host Name Pocket_PC Figure 4 8 IP Config Property Page Table 4 2 Config Property Page Fields Field Description IP Address The Internet is a collection of networks whose users communicate with each other Each communication carries the address of the source and destination networks and the particular machine within the network associated with the user or host computer at each end This address is called the IP address Internet Protocol address Each node on the IP network must be assigned a unique IP address which is made up of a network identifier and a host identifier This address is typically represented in dotted decimal notation with the decimal value of each octet separated by a period for example 192 168 7 27 Operating the SPS 3000 Table 4 2 Config Property Pag
54. n the Development PC The SDK installation program loads the required Windows CE components for your SPS 3000 The Symbol SDK includes e Applications and Utilities Drivers e Sample code e Help files e The SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide p n 72 53911 xx You can download the latest SDK from the Software Developer Zone at the web address http software symbol com devzone Follow the installation prompts After the SDK is properly installed reboot the development PC Use eMbedded Visual C or eMbedded Visual Basic to view the active Windows CE configuration Microsoft Pocket PC and display the directory in which the SDK is installed 3 3 M SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide A Choosing Installation Options The software installation package for the SPS 3000 contains separate installation options for each hardware configuration During the software installation you are presented with the following hardware configuration options Scan Only Expansion Pack Scan WLAN Expansion Pack e WLAN Only Expansion Pack e Complete Custom Install The first three options automatically choose the correct software to install for the Expansion Pack you choose If you choose Complete Custom Install a dialog displays that allows each software component to install selectively Table 3 1 lists the components installed for each configuration Table 3 1 Installed Components By Configuration Conf
55. ng an application on the SPS 3000 About This Guide You refers to the End User System Administrator or Technical Support person using this manual as a reference to install configure operate maintain and troubleshoot the SPS 3000 Italics are used to highlight specific items in the general text and to identify chapters and sections in this and related documents It also identifies names of dialog boxes tabs within dialog boxes and menu and screen options Bullets indicate lists of alternatives or action items lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential lists of files noted items titles and screens Numbered lists indicate a set of sequential steps i e those that describe step by step procedures Related Documents The following documents provide more information about your SPS 3000 SPS 3000 Quick Reference Guide p n 72 52672 xx Symbol SDK Help file The SDK help file contains information about the C Scan API The scanner functions are compatible with the SPS 3000 The Help file is provided in the SPS 3000 SDK Service Information If you have a problem with the SPS 3000 equipment contact the Symbol Support Center If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone you may need to return your equipment for servicing If that is necessary you will be given special directions Note Symbol Technologies is not responsible for any damages incurred during shipment if th
56. ng trigger button 4 2 trigger installation 4 1 TriggerButton 0 e eee B 1 O aa ead B 2 troubleshooting 0 0 e eee 6 2 U unlock utility oooooooooo 5 10 unpacking W wireless local area network WLAN Index configuring the SPS 3000 for WLAN 4 8 status utility 4 8 WLAN drivers 0000s ee eee 3 6 writeimage utility 5 10 Index 3 M SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide A Index 4 Tell Us What You Think We d like to know what you think about this Manual Please take a moment to fill out this questionnaire and fax this form to 631 738 3318 or mail to Symbol Technologies Inc One Symbol Plaza M S B 4 Holtsville NY 11742 1300 Attention Technical Publications Manager IMPORTANT If you need product support please call the appropriate customer support number provided Unfortunately we cannot provide customer support at the fax number above User s Manual Title please include revision level How familiar were you with this product before using this manual O Very familiar Slightly familiar 7 Not at all familiar Did this manual meet your needs If not please explain What topics need to be added to the index if applicable What topics do you feel need to be better discussed Please be specific What can we do to further improve our manuals SPS 3000 Series Progr
57. nstalled CAB file contains drv in its prefix IHVInstall prompts the user with a reboot dialog at the end of installation Note Warm boots that occur while the SPS 3000 is connected to the iPAQ do not initiate the Auto install process IHVInstall will not run To initiate this process the SPS 3000 must be removed and re inserted into the iPAQ 5 8 Developing Applications for the SPS 3000 CAB File Naming Conventions When creating CAB files for use with IHVInstall you must adhere to the naming conventions in Table 5 1 Table 5 1 CAB File Naming Conventions CAB File Type Prefix Unique Name Version Full Name Scan Application CAB scnapp ex1 _0100 scnappex1_0100 cab File Scan Driver CAB File scndrv ex2 _0100 scndrvex2_0100 cab WLAN Application CAB lanapp ex3 _0100 landrvex3_0100 cab File WLAN Driver CAB File landrv ex4 0100 landrvex4 0100 cab Every CAB file must be prefixed given a unique name and followed by its version Note This version number in the name should match with the version registry entry set by the CAB file Refer to Appendix A for more information on setting the version registry entry within your CAB file Developing Flash Memory Images Flash memory utilities are provided for developing Flash memory images and for mass deployment of these images Flash Memory Utilities The SPS 3000 SDK provides five Flash memory utilities see Table 5 2 Thes
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60. onsumption avoidance capabilities system sounds and to set temporary settings Select the Allow Pocket PC to suspend when wireless network is used option to allow the Pocket PC to use its automatic power off feature when the adapter is still active to avoid battery power drainage The Pocket PC does not suspend if the suspend option is disabled ne SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide SL This allows the adapter to continue beaconing and could result in unnecessary battery power consumption Select Enable Sounds from the Optional Settings field to initiate an audible signal when performing a ping test and associating with an access point The tones are important to notify users if the pinging is received or if the adapter has roamed to another access point Check the International roaming checkbox to enable the adapter to roam and associate to access points with country codes other than the United States Values saved to the Windows registry are used by the adapter when the adapter is inserted Select These settings are only temporary to enter temporary values that are used until the computer is restarted Temporary values apply to each property page If the checkbox is not selected any value entered is saved and used by the adapter when it is inserted A Symbol Status Optional Settings O Allow Pocket PC to suspend when wireless network is used _ Enable Sounds L International roaming L These settings are only temp
61. operate Enhanced Ad Hoc is not recommended as a normal operational mode or for adapters operating on battery power When Enhanced Ad Hoc is selected the Signal APs Ping and Peers property pages are no longer available e Ad Hoc Select Ad Hoc to enable the adapter to form its own local network where adapters communicate peer to peer without access points using a shared ESSID The adapter starting the Ad Hoc network the first station transmitting a beacon sets the channel in the Channel field Each adapter is required to be on the same channel to transmit and receive data peer to peer e When Ad Hoc is selected the Ping Signal and APs property pages disappear and the Peers property page displays Select Peers to view the BSSID or MAC addresses of the other adapters in the network their operating mode PSP or CAM their transmit rate their supported data rate and the length of time an adapter has been out of the Ad Hoc network Tap Refresh to update the Peers property page to the latest Ad Hoc network performance and adapter membership data Enter an ESSID in the 802 11 ESSID field The ESSID is the 802 11 Extended Service Set Identifier The ESSID is a 32 character maximum string identifying the wireless local area network Select the Send long preamble headers checkbox if the Wireless Networker is using a long preamble when transmitting data A long preamble is approximately 8 bytes of the packet header attached to the packet prior to
62. orary mode te rca ore KID Options Figure 4 10 Options Property Page 4 18 Operating the SPS 3000 Encryption Property Page Use the Encryption property page to set the adapter security level The absence of a physical connection makes wireless links vulnerable to information theft Encryption is an efficient method of preventing data theft and improving data security The firmware supports Open System no encryption 40 bit Shared Key 40 bit or 128 bit Shared Key 128 bit encryption algorithms E Symbol Status Encryption Algo i Os Os Os Adapter will use this key Figure 4 11 Encryption Property Page An access point and an adapter are required to use the same encryption algorithm to transmit and receive data If an access point is set to Open System and an adapter is set to 40 bit or 128 bit no association takes place The same is true if the adapter is set for Open System and the access point is set to 40 bit or 128 bit no association takes place If an access point is set to 40 bit and the adapter is set to 128 bit the devices can associate but no data transmission and reception can take place between the two devices Table 4 3 Encryption Access Points and Adapters Access Point Adapter Association Open Open OK 40 40 OK 4 19 ne SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide A Table 4 3 Encryption Access Points and Adapters Continued
63. ot A cold boot also restarts your iPAQ but resets your iPAQ to its default factory settings All user stored records entries applications and drivers are erased Therefore never perform a cold boot unless a warm boot does not solve your problem Note You can restore any data previously synchronized with your computer during the next ActiveSync operation To perform a cold boot 1 Use your stylus to slide open the Battery On Off door on the bottom of the iPAQ When the door is open the iPAQ Battery On Off Switch displays Battery On Off Door Figure A 2 Cold Boot Button 2 Using your stylus slide the Battery On Off Switch all the way to the right to turn the iPAQ battery off 3 Using your stylus again slide the Battery On Off Switch all the way to the left to turn the iPAQ battery on 4 The iPAQ reboots and all settings must be reset at this time 5 Before you proceed with resetting you IPAQ settings use your stylus to close the Battery On Off door A 2 Appendix B Registry Keys Table B 1 HKEY_CURRENT_USER Software Symbol Settings Value Type Description Example s ScanApp String Sets the registered ScanApp ScanWedge scanning application automatically launched by the Trigger application The value should be set to a Registered Application Shortname gt TriggerButton DWORD Sets a user prompt during TriggerButton 0 prompt installat
64. straightforward process as long as the utilities are used in the proper sequence If the full sequence is not performed during the image creation process then there may be instances when copying files to the Compaq Disk folder fail and hang the system To prepare for creating a new image 1 Copy all the files that you would like to store in Flash memory to an empty directory on the host computer These files should include IHVInstall exe and IHVUninstall exe which reside in the Windows CE Tools wce300 SPS3000 Bin ArmRel directory 2 Copy all of the Flash memory utilities see Table 5 2 on page 5 10 to the iPAQ To create a new image Note Deviating from the following sequence may lead to unpredictable results 1 Run the Erase exe program to initialize Flash memory 2 Runthe Unlock exe program to make the Compaq Disk write accessible 3 Copy all the files you would like to store in Flash memory to the Compaq Disk directory via ActiveSync s Mobile File Explorer or the iPAQ s File Explorer 4 Run the Lock exe program to flush all memory written to Flash and to set the Compaq Disk directory back to read only Once these steps are complete and a Flash memory is setup binary image file can be created using the Createlmage program The binary image file can be used to easily write the image to other SPS 3000 devices with the Writelmage program 5 11 M SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide A 5 12
65. t These demo applications can be found in the Windows CE tools wce300 SPS3000 Samples directory Preparing to Build the Demo Applications Before building the applications e Verify that the iPAQ is inserted into the SPS 3000 see Inserting the iPAQ into the SPS 3000 on page 2 1 Ensure that there is a valid ActiveSync connection between the iPAQ and the development PC see Verifying an ActiveSync Connection on page 3 2 5 1 M SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide Compiling and Running the Demo Applications Note To compile the demo applications Microsoft Embedded Visual Tools 3 0 must be installed on the development PC Compiling and Running C Applications Perform the following steps to compile and run the C applications ScanSamp2 ScanWedge and CtlPanel 1 Open the vcp file using the Microsoft Embedded Visual C File Open Workspace menu option Note vcp files reside in Windows CE Tools wce300 SPS3000 Samples lt application name gt Select Active WCE Configuration as SPS3000 Select Active Configuration as Win32 WCE ARM Release or Win32 WCE ARM Debug The debug option allows the program to be debugged remotely Rebuild the project using the Build Rebuild All menu option This compiles the application and generates an executable that can be run on the iPAQ To run the executable on the iPAQ select the Build Execute lt application nam
66. tart ActiveSync on your desktop computer On the File menu select Connection Settings Select Allow network Ethernet and Remote Access Service RAS server connection with this desktop computer Leave your computer on and logged on To remotely sync your iPAQ with your desktop computer 1 ONAAR WD Insert the iPAQ into the SPS 3000 see nserting the iPAQ into the SPS 3000 on page 2 1 Power on the iPAQ and tap to display the Start screen Tap Programs Connections Tap your Connection icon Tap your ActiveSync icon Choose a method to connect to the selected desktop computer Tap Connect Follow the instructions on the screen to set up a partnership that allows synchronization of information between the two computers Items to be synchronized may be customized and you may select to synchronize continuously as information changes upon connection or manually by clicking the Sync button on the toolbar of your desktop computer 4 25 M SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide A 4 26 Chapter 5 Developing Applications for the SPS 3000 Introduction This chapter provides information about demo applications deploying applications Flash memory and CAB files registry entries and how they can be used to customize installation for your individual needs Building Sample Source Code Demo Applications The SPS 3000 SDK contains four demo applications with source ScanSamp2 ScanWedge CtlPanel and VBScanTes
67. tatus property pages contain wireless network and service quality information for the Wireless Networker Tap the tabs on the bottom of the screen to display a different property page use the left and right arrows on the bottom of the screen to display more tabs Tap Apply to save the changes made to the Wireless Networker configuration via the property pages Tap OK to close the Symbol Status window Mode Property Page The Mode property page provides the option to set the ESSID wireless LAN identifier and the operating mode of the network f network information is unknown contact your System Administrator E Symbol Status Wireless LAN Mode 802 11 ESSID Operating Mode Infrastructure Infrastructure Enhanced Ad Hoc Ad Hoc Figure 4 6 Mode Property Page Use the Operating Mode pull down menu to select one of the following operational modes Infrastructure Select Infrastructure to enable the adapter to transmit and receive data with an access point Infrastructure is the adapter default mode when Symbol Status initially displays 4 11 M SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide Enhanced Ad Hoc Select Enhanced Ad Hoc when the highest throughput is required in an Ad Hoc network Enhanced Ad Hoc does not support adapters operating in PSP mode battery power and does not use authentication Use the Channel field to enter the channel for the network Each adapter is required to be on the same channel to inter
68. tion about creating and installing CAB files refer to the Microsoft Embedded Visual Tools 3 0 help under the section heading Installation and Configuration Guide It is highly recommended that as part of your installation you include the Symbol driver CAB files sendrv_xxxx cab for scan enabled SPS 3000 devices and landrvarm_xxxx cab and landrvdiv_xxxx cab for WLAN enabled SPS3000 devices This eases maintenance when drivers are updated Simply replace the CAB file s with their updated versions inside your installation The CAB files provided by the Symbol SPS 3000 SDK give the utmost flexibility for automating and customizing installations in the field All CAB files in the SDK that contain dialogs can be suppressed or invoked if the correct registry entry is set prior to installing the CAB file 5 3 M SPS 3000 Series Programmer s Guide Suppressing Prompts During Installation The following installation prompts are currently supported by the Scan Driver Installer DLL The Installer DLL is located inside the Scan Driver CAB file and is called at certain times during the installation 5 4 Trigger button By default the Installer DLL prompts the user to choose a hardware application button that will initiate a scan If this prompt is not used a valid shortcut to the trigger application should be placed under the desired hardware button key The five application button keys are listed below Registry Key HKEY_LOCAL

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