AML M8050 User manual

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Revision History
February 5, 2009 - Initial version

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©2009 American Microsystems, Ltd. All rights reserved.
American Microsystems, Ltd. reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other
information contained in this document without prior notice, and the reader should in all
cases consult American Microsystems, Ltd. to determine whether any such changes have
been made. The information in this publication does not represent a commitment on the
part of American Microsystems, Ltd.
American Microsystems, Ltd. shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions
contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing,
performance, or use of this material.
This document contains proprietary information which is protected by copyright.
All rights are reserved. No part of this document may be photocopied, reproduced, or trans-
lated into another language without the prior written consent of American Microsystems,
Ltd.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements
This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This equipment may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this equipment must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-
ence when the equipment is operated in a residential environment. This equipment generates uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If you determine the equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or televi-
sion reception (this may be determined by monitoring the interference while turning the equipment off and
on), you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
· Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
· Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
· Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
· receiver is connected.
· Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by American Microsystems, Ltd. could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
FCC Declaration of Conformity
Product Name: Model 8050 Wireless Handheld Computer
Model Number: M8050

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Normalización y Certificación Electronica (NYCE)
Safety NOM/NYCE-NOM-019-SCFI-1998
Safety of data processing equipment
American Microsystems, Ltd.
2190 Regal Parkway • Euless, TX 76040
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
www.amltd.com

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Table of Contents
Revision History 1
Disclaimer 2
Chapter 1 - Introduction
M8050 Introduction 1-2
Unpacking 1-2
M8050 Computer Description (front) 1-3
M8050 Computer Description (back) 1-4
M8050 Battery Compartment 1-5
M8050 Battery Installation 1-6
Backup Battery 1-6
M8050 Stylus and Optional Tether 1-7
M8050 Keypad Description 1-8
Chapter 2 - M8050 Cradle
M8050 Cradle Description 2-2
M8050 Cradle Battery installation 2-3
M8050 Cradle Computer Installation 2-4
M8050 Cradle Connections 2-5
M8050 Power Connection 2-6
M8050 Communications Connection (USB) 2-7
Chapter 3 - M8050 MicroSD Slot
M8050 Memory Slot (micro SD) 3-2
M8050 micro SD Card Installation 3-3
Chapter 4 - Data Collection
M8050 Scanner Description (Laser) 4-2
M8050 Scanner Description (Imager) 4-3
M8050 Integrated Magnetic Stripe Reader 4-4
M8050 DataViewer Application 4-5
Chapter 5 - Windows® Embedded CE 6.0
Home 5-2
My Device 5-2
Start Menu 5-2
Settings (Control Panel) 5-3
Settings 5-3
Network and Dial-up Connection 5-3
Taskbar and Start Menu 5-4
Accessibility 5-4
Keyboard 5-4
Sound 5-4

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Display 5-5
Mouse 5-5
General 5-5
Bluetooth Manager 5-6
Certificates 5-6
Date/Time Properties 5-6
Dialing Properties 5-7
Display Properties (Background) 5-7
Display Properties (Backlight) 5-7
Input Panel Properties 5-8
Internet Options 5-8
General 5-8
Connections 5-8
Security 5-9
Privacy 5-9
Advanced 5-9
Pop-ups 5-10
Keyboard Properties 5-10
Mouse Properties 5-10
Owner Properties 5-11
Identification 5-11
Notes 5-11
Network ID 5-11
Password Properties 5-12
PC Connection 5-12
Power Properties 5-12
Battery 5-12
Schemes 5-13
Device Status 5-13
Remove Programs 5-13
Storage Properties 5-14
Stylus Properties (Double-Tap) 5-14
Stylus Properties (Calibration) 5-14
System Properties 5-15
General 5-15
Memory 5-16
Device Name 5-16
Copyrights 5-16
Volume and Sound Properties (Volume) 5-17

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Volume and Sound Properties (Sounds) 5-17
Web Browser 5-17
File Menu 5-18
Edit Menu 5-18
View Menu 5-18
Favorites Menu 5-19
Navigation Tools 5-19
Windows Media Player 5-19
Microsoft Wordpad 5-20
My Documents 5-20
Chapter 6 - Specifications
Specifications 7-1

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Introduction
This chapter gives an
overview of the M8050.

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M8050 Introduction
The M8050 combines a compact form factor with powerful features to efficiently handle
data collection and real-time transactions in your business. More durable than a standard
commercial PDA device, the M8050 is built to withstand the rigors of everyday enterprise
use.
Sealed to IP54 specifications and designed to withstand multiple drops to concrete, the
M8050 delivers reliable performance and long-term dependability for hospitality, retail and
healthcare data collection applications.
Purpose built for ease of use, high-value functionality and power manageability, the M8050
is equipped with a QVGA color graphic display with touch screen, WLAN 802.11b/g radio, a
backlit 18-key keypad with trackball, a built-in speaker and Bluetooth® WPAN connectivity.
The M8050 includes a fully functional magnetic stripe reader capable of reading most mag-
netic striped plastic cards.
Its Samsung® S3C2440 processor runs your choice of embedded Linux® or Windows® CE,
while generous 128 MB RAM and 128MB Flash ROM provide adequate storage for data and
system files.
Full-shift productivity is ensured by the M8050’s efficient power management capabilities
that easily support all-day operation without recharging.
Priced affordably but rich with features, the M8050 delivers all the critical functionality you
need to efficiently scan, transfer and access real-time information in your business opera-
tions.
Unpacking
The M8050 computer comes with the following items. If any of the items are missing or dam-
aged please contact AML for assistance.
M8050 Computer: 1ea
M8050 Li-Ion Battery: 1ea
M8050 Stylus: 2ea
Sold separately
M8050 Charging Cradle: 1ea
M8050 Power Convertor: 1ea

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M8050 Computer Description (front)
Stylus LCD Touch
Screen
Trackball and
LED Indicator
Audio and
Microphone Jack
Communications and
Charging Port
18-key
Keypad
Optional
SD Card Slot

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M8050 Computer Description (back)
Speaker Magnetic Stripe
Card Reader
Tether
Location
Battery
Door
Unused
Laser/Imager
Window
Scan Button

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M8050 Battery Compartment
To open the battery compartment unscrew the battery door knob approximately 3 full revo-
lutions. Grasp the door and slide the door backwards. To close the compartment slide the
door closed tightly and turn the screw closed.

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M8050 Battery Installation
The Battery compartment houses the battery and allows access to the Master Reset Switch.
Backup Battery
The M8050 computer has an internal backup battery that keeps the computer running dur-
ing main battery replacement. The unit will run for approximately 30 minutes on the backup
battery. The backup battery is automatically charged from the main battery.
Reset Switch
Note: Use the reset switch
only if the computer
becomes un-responsive.
Serial Label
Note: This is the location of
the serial number label.

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M8050 Stylus and Optional Tether
The M8050 has the ability to house 2 styluses. Additional or lost styluses can be purchased
from AML. The M8050 also has an anchor point for an optional tether on the right or left side
of the computer.

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M8050 Keypad Description
The M8050 has an small easy to use 18 key keypad with an illuminated trackball for mouse
control. The M8050 keypad was designed for quick entry of numeric data but can also be
used for alpha data input.
The power ON/OFF key
User definable key 1 (Plus key by default)
User definable key 2 (Minus key by default)
User definable key 3 (Escape key by default)
Backspace key

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Period or decimal point and shift space key
Carriage return key
Mode key
Press once for UPPER CASE.
Press again for lower case.
Press once more to return to numeric.
Number 1 key and shift $ @ = key
Number 2 key and shift A B C key
Number 3 key and shift D E F key
Number 4 key and shift G H I key

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Number 5 key and shift J K L key
Number 6 key and shift M N O key
Number 7 key and shift P Q R S key
Number 8 key and shift T U V key
Number 9 key and shift W X Y Z key
Number 0 key and shift ( | ) key
Trackball with Good
Scan LED illuminated
Trackball with Bad
Scan LED illuminated

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M8050 Charging Cradle
This chapter gives an overview
of the M8050 charging cradle.

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M8050 Cradle Description
The M8050 Cradle is designed to hold and charge the computer and an additional spare battery.
Power
Indicator
Spare Battery
Slot
Communications and
Charging Port
Spare Battery
Indicator

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M8050 Cradle Battery installation
To install the spare battery, slide the contact side into the cradle slot and then push the bat-
tery down into pocket. The green LED will indicate when the battery is fully charged.