Advantech MARS-1030 User manual

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MARS-1030
WinCE. NET Rugged Portable
Data Terminal
User Manual

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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction .......................................................1
1.1 About this Manual ........................................................................ 2
1.2 User and Product Safety ............................................................... 3
1.3 Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement..... 5
1.4 Product Labeling........................................................................... 7
1.5 System Specifications................................................................... 9
1.6 Environment Standard................................................................ 11
1.7 Warranty and after service ......................................................... 12
Chapter 2 Getting Started.................................................13
2.1 Check the package...................................................................... 14
2.2 General View of the PDT ........................................................... 15
2.2.1 PDT front side view ............................................................... 15
2.2.2 PDT back side view ................................................................ 15
2.3 Charging the Battery Pack.......................................................... 17
2.3.1 Installing the battery pack ......................................................17
2.3.2 Charging the battery pack with Power Adapter .....................21
2.3.3 Charging the battery pack with Single Dock ..........................22
2.4 Handling the PDT....................................................................... 24
2.4.1 Starting the PDT .....................................................................24
2.4.2 Power on / off .........................................................................25
2.4.3 Calibration of the touch Screen ...................... 25
2.4.4 Adjusting the brightness .........................................................26
2.4.5 To mute the Sound .................................................................26
2.4.6 Using the Stylus ...................................................................... 26
2.4.7 Using the Keypad ................................................................... 27
2.4.8 Using the Ear/Microphone .....................................................40
2.5 Navigating the Display ............................................................... 41
2.5.1 Setting Time and Date ............................................................ 41
2.5.2 Entering the Data .................................................................... 42

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2.5.3 The Command Bar ................................................................. 42
2.5.4 The Task Bar .......................................................................... 43
2.5.5 The Soft Keypad .....................................................................43
2.5.6 Setting Up Wireless LAN RF .................................................44
2.5.7 Scanning Barcode ...................................................................46
2.5.8 Help ........................................................................................47
2.6 Power management..................................................................... 48
2.6.1 Suspend Mode ........................................................................48
2.6.2 Resuming ................................................................................ 49
2.7 Resetting the PDT....................................................................... 50
2.7.1 Software (Warm) Reset ..........................................................50
2.7.2 Cold Reset .............................................................................. 50
Chapter 3 Setting................................................................51
3.1 Introduction................................................................................ 52
3.2 Control Panel.............................................................................. 52
3.2.1 BarCode Setting .....................................................................53
3.2.2 Symbologies List ....................................................................62
3.2.3 Bluetooth Device Properties ................................................... 81
3.2.4 Certificates ..............................................................................84
3.2.5 Control Center ........................................................................86
3.2.6 Date/Time ...................................... 91
3.2.7 Dialing Properties ................................ 91
3.2.8 Display Properties ................................ 93
3.2.9 Input Panel ..............................................................................95
3.2.10Internet Options ......................................................................96
3.2.11Keyboard ................................................................................ 98
3.2.12Network and Dial-up Connections ......................................... 99
3.2.13Owner ...................................................................................104
3.2.14Password ...............................................................................105
3.2.15PC Connection ......................................................................106
3.2.16Power ....................................................................................107
3.2.17Regional Settings .................................................................. 109
3.2.18Remove Programs ................................................................110
3.2.19Storage Manager ................................................................... 111
3.2.20Stylus .................................................................................... 112

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3.2.21System ..................................................................................114
3.2.22Volume & Sounds Properties ...............................................116
3.3 Taskbar and Start Menu............................................................ 117
Chapter 4 Communication..............................................119
4.1 Installing & Setting Up Microsoft ActiveSync ........................ 120
4.1.1 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync on the Host PC ................. 120
4.1.2 Connecting PDT to Host PC ................................................120
4.2 Using ActiveSync..................................................................... 121
4.2.1 Setting up a Partnership ........................................................121
4.2.2 ActiveSync File Synchronization ......................................... 122
4.3 Networking............................................................................... 122
Chapter 5 Software Applications....................................123
5.1 Introduction............................................................................... 124
5.2 Software Applications .............................................................. 124
5.2.1 Calculator ............................................................................. 124
5.2.2 Inbox .....................................................................................124
5.2.3 Internet Explorer ...................................................................134
5.2.4 Media Player ......................................................................... 138
5.2.5 Messenger ............................................................................. 138
5.2.6 Microsoft WordPad .............................................................. 139
5.2.7 Remote Connection ..............................................................145
5.2.8 Windows Explorer ................................................................146
5.3 DiskOnChip ............................................................................. 148
5.3.1 Saving to Flash .....................................................................148
5.3.2 DiskOnChip Location ...........................................................148
5.3.3 DiskOnChip Size ..................................................................149
Appindex A Barcode Setting ..............................................151
A.1 Setup Tab.................................................................................. 152
A.1.1 Symbology Setup .................................................................154
A.1.2 Decoder Setup ......................................................................155
A.1.3 Options ................................................................................. 157

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A.2 Update Tab................................................................................ 158
A.3 Symbologies List ...................................................................... 160
A.3.1 Aztec .....................................................................................160
A.3.2 Codabar ................................................................................161
A.3.3 Code 11 .................................................................................162
A.3.4 Code 128 ...............................................................................163
A.3.5 Code 39 .................................................................................164
A.3.6 Code 49 .................................................................................166
A.3.7 Code 93 .................................................................................167
A.3.8 Composite Codes .................................................................. 168
A.3.9 Data Matrix ........................................................................... 169
A.3.10EAN-8 .................................................................................. 170
A.3.11EAN-13 ................................................................................ 171
A.3.12Interleaved 2 of 5 ................................................................. 172
A.3.13MaxiCode ............................................................................ 173
A.3.14MicroPDF417 ......................................................................174
A.3.15OCR-A, OCR-B, US Currency ............................................ 175
A.3.16PDF417 ................................................................................187
A.3.17Postnet .................................................................................188
A.3.18QR Code .............................................................................. 189
A.3.19Reduced Space Symbology ................................................. 190
A.3.20UPC-A ................................................................................. 191
A.3.21UPC-E .................................................................................. 192
A.3.22UPC-E1 ................................................................................ 193
A.3.23ISBT .....................................................................................194
A.3.24British Post ..........................................................................195
A.3.25Canadian Post ......................................................................196
A.3.26Australian Post .....................................................................197
A.3.27IATA 2 of 5 ......................................................................... 198
A.3.28Codablock F .........................................................................199
A.3.29Japanese Post .......................................................................200
A.3.30Planet Code .......................................................................... 201
A.3.31KIX (Netherlands) Post .......................................................202
A.3.32MSI ......................................................................................203
A.3.33TCIF Linked Code 39 .......................................................... 204
A.3.34Mayrix 2 of 5 .......................................................................205
A.3.35Korean Post .......................................................................... 206

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CHAPTER
Introduction

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Congratulations on purchasing the MARS-1030 Portable Data Terminal
(PDT), a Microsoft Windows®CE .Net rugged PDT. Its special
combination of features makes it perfect for using in a wide range of
applications. These features as:
• Intel® XScaleTM PXA255 400MHz 32 bits RISC Processor
• Windows® CE .NET 4.2 Operating System
• 64/128/256 MB SDRAM & 64/128 MB Flash ROM
• Open Architecture: User Accessible SD/CF/PCMCIA Slot
• 240 x 320, 3.5” Color TFT Display with Touch Panel
• 1 Numeric Keyboards with LED backlight
• 802.11b Radio Support (Bluetooth Optional)
• Optionally Built-in GSM/GPRS Module
• Integrated 1D or 2D Barcode Scanner
1.1 About this Manual
The following chapters contained in this manual are:
Chapter 1: Introduction --- Present the general information about the
PDT.
Chapter 2: Getting started --- Describe the basic use of the PDT.
Chapter 3: Setting – Provide basic instructions for customizing the PDT
by adjusting settings.
Chapter 4: Communication --- Describe how to use all kinds of
communication of the PDT.
Chapter 5: Software Application --- Offer the procedures of Software
implement.

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1.2 User and Product Safety
• Do not stare into the laser beam directly or shine it into eyes.
• Never use strong pressure onto the screen or subject it to severe
impact, as the LCD panel could become cracked and possibility
cause personal injury. If the LCD panel is broken, never touch the
liquid inside, for such contact would irritate the skin.
• Although the MARS-1030 PDT has been passed the test of IP54
standard for water and dust resistance, avoid prolonged exposure to
rain or other concentrated moisture. For these conditions exceed the
IP54 standard, and could result in water or other contaminants enter-
ing into the PDT.
• Use only the approved AC Adapter with the PDT. Use of an unap-
proved AC Adapter could result in electrical problems, or even cause
a fire or electrical shock to the user.
• Be sure that only authorized supplier are allowed to disassemble and
reassemble the device. If the device or parts has been damaged due
to any wrong handling, shall void the product and parts warranty.
• Always make back-up copies of all important data. Easy done by
using a cable or Single Cradle (sold by optional) to transfer data to
the computer. Manufacturer is not liable for any data damages or
data loss caused by deletion or corruption by using of this device, or
due to the drained battery.
• Lithium-ion battery packs might get hot, explode, ignite and/or cause
serious injury if exploded by abusive using. Please follow the safety
warnings listed as below:
– Do not place the battery pack in fire or heat the battery.
– Do not install the battery pack backwards so the polarity is reserved.
–Do not connect the positive Battery pack with negative
battery pack to each other with any metal object (like
wire).
– Do not carry or store battery pack together with metal objects.
– Do not pierce the battery pack with nails, strike the battery pack
with a hammer, step on the battery pack or otherwise put it to
strong impacts or shocks.
– Do not solder directly onto the battery pack.

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– Do not expose battery pack to liquid, or allow the battery
contacts to get wet.
– Do not disassemble or modify the battery pack. The battery
pack contains safety and protection devices, which, if damaged,
may cause the battery pack to generate heat, explode or ignite.
– Do not discharge the battery pack using any device except for the
specified device. When it is used in devices other than the
specified devices, the battery pack can be damaged or its life
expectancy reduced. If the device causes any abnormal current to
flow, it may cause the battery pack to become hot, explode or
ignite and cause serious injury.
– In the event the battery pack leaks and the fluid gets into one’s
eye, do not rub the eye. Rinse well with water and immediately
seek medical care. If left untreated, the battery fluid could cause
damage to the eye.