AML AML M71V2 User manual

M71V2
Wireless Handheld Terminal
© 2008 American Microsystems LTD.
Effective Date: February 2008
User’s Guide
AML Website: www.amltd.com

M71V2 HANDHELD TERMINAL
User’s Guide
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FCC Declaration of Conformity
Product Name: Model 71V2 Wireless Handheld Terminal
Model Number: M71V2
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 interference 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 television 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.
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Safety of data processing equipment.
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This product is covered under U.S. Patent Nos. 5,400,338 and 6,480,497

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCING THE M71V21
What to Expect 1
Warranty 2
General Conventions 2
M71V2 TERMINAL OVERVIEW 3
Using the M71V2 Keyboard 3
Key Values 4
The M71V2 Display Screen 6
TheM71V2Scanner 6
The M71V2 Scanner LED 10
Scanner information and Labeling 11
The M71V2 Internal Radio 13
802.11b Fallback Mode 13
Interference and Coexistence 13
Security Issues 13
Ad-Hoc Mode 14
GSM/GPRS Network Card Support 16
Installing the GPRS SIM Card 16
Installing the Optional M71V2 Handle 20
The M71V2 Communications Ports 21
The M71V2 Cradle 22
THE M71V2 RF SERVER LOGIN 24
The CommandLink™ Software 24
Wait WLAN 24
Connecting 25
Login 25
Applications 26
Telnet 26
Switching Virtual Consoles 26
Terminal Emulation 27
Updating Firmware 28
THE M71V2 MENU SYSTEM 29
Main Menu 29
Reconnect 29
Contrast 30
Network Setup 31
Radio Settings (WEP) 32
Radio Settings (WPA-PSK) 36
Radio Settings (WPA-EAP) 37
Simultaneous Hosts Connection 39
Multiple Hosts 40
Hosts Log-in Options 41
Terminal Options 42
Terminal Emulation -amlterm 42
Terminal Emulation –vt100 / vt220 43
Terminal Emulation –tn5250 52
Power Management 56
Diagnostics 58
Network Status 58
Resource Information 60
Resource Information 61
Ping Server 61
Print Test Label 63
Firmware Version 64
Serial Number 64
Battery Status 64
Barcode Data Viewer 65
Ping USB Server 66
Hardware Tests 66
Local Settings, Laser & CCD Only 67
Barcode Options 67
Symbology Settings 67
Setting the Code 39 Bar Code 68
Setting the UPC Bar Code 69
Setting the EAN Bar Code 70
UPC/EAN Supplements Settings 71
Setting the I -2 of 5 Bar Code 73
Setting the Codabar Bar Code 74
Setting the Code 128 Bar Code 75
Setting the Code 93 Bar Code 76
Setting the MSI/Plessey Bar Code 76
Setting the Code 11 Bar Code 78
Setting the RSS Bar Code 78

Decoder Options 80
Local Settings, 2D Imager Only 82
Barcode Options 82
Symbology Settings 82
Setting the Code 39 Bar Code83
Setting the PDF417 Bar Code 84
Setting the MicroPDF417 Bar Code 85
Setting the RSS Bar Code 85
Setting the Composite Bar Code 86
Setting the UPC-A Bar Code 87
Setting the UPC-E Bar Code 88
Setting the EAN/JAN-13 Bar Code 89
Setting the EAN/JAN-8 Bar Code 90
Setting the 2 of 5(s) Bar Codes 91
Setting the Codabar Bar Code 92
Setting the Code 128 Bar Code 93
Setting the Code 93 Bar Code 94
Setting the MSI/Plessey Bar Codes 94
Setting the Code 11 Bar Code 95
Setting the Telepen Bar Code 96
Setting the PosiCode Bar Code 96
Setting the Codablock F Bar Code 97
Setting the Code 16K Bar Code 98
Setting the Code 49 Bar Code 98
Setting the Aztec Bar Code 99
Setting the QR Code Bar Code 99
Setting the Data Matrix Bar Code 100
Setting the MaxiCode Bar Code 100
Setting the Postal Bar Codes 101
Setting the Code 32 Bar Code 102
Setting the Trioptic Bar Code 103
Decoder Options 103
Laser / CCD Setting 105
Imager Options (2D Imager Only) 106
Bar Code Edit Options 107
Beep Options 109
Saving Bar Code Settings 109
Date/Time 110
Port Configuration 110
Startup Options 112
Keyboard Options 113
Linux Prompt 114
Journaling File System 115
FTP 115
Tools/Utilities 116
Calculator 116
Force Sleep Now 117
THE M71V2 EXPANDED MEMORY
HANDHELD TERMINAL 118
The M71V2 Memory Allocation 119
File Transfer Protocol (FTP) 120
The M71V2 Web Server Application 120
The Links Web Browser Application 120
Connect 3270 and 5250 TE Clients 123
Stay-Linked 3270 and 5250 TE Clients 123
RFGen Application Development Software124
The M71V2 Tool Chain 124

GETTING STARTED
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Introducing the M71V2
This chapter describes how to get started using your M71V2 handheld
terminal and get you up and running fast.
he M71V2 handheld terminal is an ultra-versatile, high-performance, designed-to-
fit-your-budget terminal. The ergonomic design easily fits in even the smallest of
hands. It is rugged, lightweight, compact and easy-to-use. The high resolution
graphical display is capable of presenting a multitude of fonts and images.
The M71V2 utilizes a true, fully functional, Linux operating system. The Linux operating
system is well known for its stability, speed and conservative memory usage. The Linux
operating system coupled with the M71V2’s high speed processor makes the M71V2 one
of the fastest handheld terminals on the market today. In test after test the Linux
operating system has out-performed DOS based and Windows based operating systems
when compared on similar hardware platforms.
The M71V2 is easy to use and program. Our specifically designed CommandLink™ RF
(Radio Frequency) software makes it easy to create custom applications for any
requirement. Our terminal emulation software makes it easy to integrate the M71V2 into
legacy applications as well. You can even utilize standard BASIC software on the
M71V2 handheld terminal.
Power saving features of the M71V2 includes auto-off and power save modes, which
reduce power consumption until an operator provides input. These features conserve
battery power and lengthen the time between charges or battery replacement. The M71V2
was designed to operate for a full 8 hour shift without requiring the battery to be re-
charged or replaced.
What to Expect
This user’s guide provides you with an overall physical description, keypad values,
technical specifications and performance capabilities of the M71V2 handheld terminal. In
addition you will learn how to:
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•Connect to your host computer
•Customize your M71V2 Terminal
•Create and execute programs
•Collect and upload data
•Send and receive data
•Connect and use the M71V2 serial interface
Warranty
A one-year warranty against material defects and workmanship from the date of shipment
is guaranteed by American Microsystems, Ltd. Products are sold on the basis of
specifications applicable at the time of manufacture. American Microsystems, Ltd. shall
have no obligation to modify or update products once sold. At our option, we will repair
or replace, at no charge, any unit that proves to be defective providing the appropriate
steps are taken to procure an RMA (Return Materials Authorization) number and
shipping instructions from American Microsystems, Ltd.
General Conventions
Before you begin to use the M71V2 terminal, it’s important that you understand key
conventions and terms used in this manual.
Keys Description
SMALL CAPS Refers to a specific menu selection contained in the M71V2 in
order to continue or complete a task.
[KEY] The square brackets indicate a specific key on the M71V2
handheld terminal’s key pad.
Bold Words you type –for example when you are instructed to type
A:\setup. Bold also refers to existing filenames.
Italic ¤Notes
Italic/Bold Warning! And section references.
Click/Select After selecting a procedure or menu, “Click” means to press and
release the left mouse button. “Select” means that after you select
the menu item or action, you should press ENTER.

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M71V2 Terminal Overview
This chapter describes the features of the M71V2 terminal.
o save time in the future, print a copy of this document. Choose Print from the File menu, and
press Enter to receive all the pages of examples and instructions.
Using the M71V2 Keyboard
The M71V2 Terminal is equipped with fifty-five keys that are divided into white, grey, blue, red,
yellow and black keys. When pressed, each key emits an audible beep to indicate that the M71V2
terminal has detected the key press.
The red power key turns the M71V2 on/off. You must press and hold
this key down to power off the unit. This prevents accidentally
powering off the unit if this key is momentarily pressed.
Note: The Power Key Wake-up feature is only available on units with
Decoder version 2.0 or later. On earlier versions the power key will
immediately shut off the unit. The Decoder can only be programmed at
the factory.
The white/black “light bulb” key turns on/off the display backlight.
The backlight will automatically shut off after a predetermined time
has expired. This predetermined time can be programmed by the user.
The yellow [SCAN] button activates the M71V2 scan engine. The
button is conveniently located for right or left hand use.
The seven blue keys consist of [Func], four arrow keys and two
[ENTER] keys (for right or left hand use). The [Func] key activates
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the blue Function menu or the blue special characters. Function keys (F1 –F20) can be
programmed by many host systems, to be “hot keys” and select specific program items without
navigating the entire program.
The black [Shift] key toggles between upper and lower case mode and selects special characters on
the numeric keypad.
There are ten white numeric keys and one white period key. These keys are larger than the less
used alpha keys to enable easy inputting of numbers with the right or left thumb.
Thirty-three grey keys represent letters, special functions, Space and Menu keys. The [Alt], [Ctl],
[Ins], [?¦](backspace) and [Esc] keys are also grey keys near the bottom of the keyboard.
Key Values
Yellow Key
SCAN Activates the built in scan engine. The red LED above the power
key indicates when the scan engine is active.
Blue Keys
Func Selects special functions determined by the host system. Hitting
Func then a number selects a special function.
Functions 1 -9 are selected by hitting the <Func> then <1>
through <9> keys.
Functions 11 –19 are selected by hitting the <Alt> then <1>
through <9> keys.
Function 10 is selected using the <Func> then <0> key and
Function 20 is selected by using the <Alt> then <0> key.
Depending on the FUNC LOCK setting, hitting a number key will
select a number or a special function. Shift then Func toggles
FUNC LOCK on and off.
Enter Performs the Enter function.
5(Up arrow) Moves the display screen up one line at a time or moves the
display screen up one menu level.
In terminal emulation, the <Shift> then <5> will move the
screen up one whole page.
3(Left arrow) Moves the cursor left one character at a time and toggles between
menu selection options.
In terminal emulation, the <Func> then <3> is Back TAB.
In terminal emulation, the <Shift> then <3> will move the
screen up one whole page.

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6(Down arrow) Moves the display screen down one line at a time or moves the
display screen down one menu level.
In terminal emulation, the <Shift> then <6> will move the
screen up one whole page.
4(Right arrow) Moves the cursor right one character at a time and toggles
between menu selection options.
In terminal emulation, the <Func> then <4> is TAB
(Forward Tab function).
In terminal emulation, the <Shift> then <4> will move the
screen up one whole page.
Grey Keys
Alpha Letters A-Z and special characters when Func key is pressed
prior to letter key.
Ins Inserts data at the cursor position and moves all existing data to
the right
?¦Deletes characters at the cursor position or if cursor follows a
string of characters, it deletes the characters to the left of the
cursor
Esc Exits operation being performed
Space Enters the space character
Red Keys
power Powers unit off/on
Black Key
Shift Selects upper and lower case characters, depending on the CAPS
LOCK setting. Func then Shift toggles CAPS LOCK on and off.
Shift also selects the special characters on the numeric keypad.
White Keys
Numeric 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, . (period) and Backlight Lamp.
To toggle Caps Lock mode on or off,
hit [Func] then [Shift].
If Function Lock mode is enabled, to toggle Function
Lock mode on or off, hit [Shift] then [Func].

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The M71V2 Display Screen
The M71V2 handheld terminal includes a 160 pixel by 160 pixel grayscale graphical Liquid
Crystal Display (LCD). Programs can be written which mix text and graphics together on the
display.
Warning: This display is NOT a touch screen display and the operator should not use sharp
objects on the plastic window protecting the LCD display.
The M71V2 Scanner
The M71V2 handheld terminal normally comes equipped with a scan engine that is capable of
scanning single dimensional bar codes. An optional Area Imager is available for 2 dimensional bar
codes. The M71V2 can be ordered with one of the following scan engines installed:
Standard Range Laser
The Standard laser engine uses a moving laser and a standard laser detector. The standard laser is
suitable for most applications. The laser is easy to aim and reads most barcodes very quickly.
Scan Rate: 35 (±5) Scans / Second
Scan Angle: 42º± 2º
Min. Print Contrast: Minimum 20% absolute dark/light reflectance measured at 650 nm
Long Range Laser (LR)
The Long Range laser engine uses a moving laser light with a highly sensitive laser detector. The
long range laser is used when the barcodes are going to be a great distance from the operator. The
long range laser includes a laser point (dot) feature to make it easy for the operator to aim at the
barcode before it starts to read.
Scan Rate: 35 (±5) Scans / Second
Scan Angle: 23º± 2º
Min. Print Contrast: Minimum 40% absolute dark/light reflectance measured at 650 nm

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Advanced Long Range Laser (ALR)
The Advanced Long Range laser engine uses amoving laser light with a highly sensitive laser
detector. The advanced long range laser is able to read farther than the standard long range laser.
The advanced long range laser also includes a laser point (dot) feature.
Scan Rate: 35 (±5) Scans / Second
Scan Angle: 13º± 2º
Min. Print Contrast: Minimum 40% absolute dark/light reflectance measured at 650 nm
Area Imager (2D)
The Area Imager uses a camera type sensor to acquire images of the target. Unlike a linear
scanner, the imager is able to scan barcodes in any orientation. The HHP Imager is also capable of
reading most 2D barcodes and Postnet barcodes.
Symbologies: 2 Dimensional -PDF417, MicroPDF417, MaxiCode, Data Matrix, QR Code,
Aztec, Aztec Mesas, Code 49, EAN/UCC Composite
Linear -Code 39, Code 128, Codabar, UPC, EAN, I 2of5, RSS, Code
93, Codablock F
Postal -Postnet, Planet Code, British Post, Canadian Post, Japanese
Post, KIX (Netherlands) Post
OCR Fonts -OCR-A, OCR-B

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Reading distance for the Standard High Speed Laser

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Reading distance for the Long Range Laser
Reading distance for the Advanced Long Range Laser

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Reading distance for the 2D Area Imager
Barcode symbologies are always measured in mils. This usually refers to the narrowest bar
width. One mil equals 0.001”, therefore a 0.01” wide narrow bar would be a 10 mil barcode.
Conversion: 1 mil = 0.0254 mm
1 inch = 25.4 mm
These charts show typical performance at 68°F on high quality bar code symbols.
The M71V2 Scanner LED
The M71V2 has a multi-color LED to indicate when the unit has scanned a bar code successfully.
When the scan button is pushed, the LED above the on/off button will turn a solid red. Once the
scanner has successfully read the bar code, this LED will turn a bright green.
This visual indication of a good read is useful in very noisy environments where the audio beeper
can not be heard. If the red LED turns off, it means the bar code can not be read.
Note: On units built before February 2004, there was only a red LED when an item was scanned.
Note: When the M71V2 is in sleep mode the scanner LED will be flashing red. You can press any
key to re-activate the unit.

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Scanner information and Labeling
The M71V2 Integrated Laser Scanner uses a low-power visible laser diode. Avoid staring
directly into the light beam. Momentary exposure to a CDRH Class II laser is not known to
be harmful.
Laser Classification: CDRH Class II
Light Source: 630 –680 nm laser diode
Laser Output Power: 1.0 milliwatt maximum output
FCC Information: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION: Use of controls, adjustment, or
performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous visible
laser light exposure.

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The M71V2 Internal Radio
The M71V2 Handheld Terminal comes equipped with an internal 802.11b radio and antenna. This
internal radio is specifically designed to communicate with any 802.11b Access Point. The range
of the internal radio depends greatly on the quality of the Access Point and the RF
communications characteristic of the environment where the device is used. The typical range for
an 802.11b radio is 500 feet through free air. Additional Access Points must be added to improve
coverage in a larger area, or in electrically noisy RF environments.
802.11b Fallback Mode
Wireless LAN technology is designed to make maintaining a connection between two devices as
reliable and consistent as possible. Since the speed of the connection between wireless devices
will vary as range and signal quality varies, the wireless devices will intentionally sacrifice
throughput (data rate or connection speed as measured in bits per second) in exchange for
maintaining a reliable connection. In other words, a reliable connection at a lower speed is
preferred over an unreliable connection at a higher speed (i.e., it is easier to maintain the
connection if data rate is deliberately reduced, or put another way, lower data rates will tolerate a
higher range and/or worse signal quality). This characteristic is known as fallback. As example, an
802.11b system will fallback from 11 Mbps to 5.5 Mbps as range increases or signal quality
decreases. Subsequent fallbacks from 5.5 Mbps to 2 Mbps and 1 Mbps are also supported
Interference and Coexistence
802.11b operates in a range of radio frequencies known as an "unlicensed" band (i.e. the FCC does
NOT require the use of a license in order to operate a radio transmitter in this range). This means
that commercially available radio devices other than wireless LAN devices are permitted to use
the same frequency band as 802.11b. Consequently, these co-existing radio devices can interfere
or "jam" the wireless LAN (and vice versa). Ironically, the most troublesome devices are cordless
telephones and microwave ovens.
Fortunately, higher quality cordless phones tend to "listen" for a clear channel before becoming
active and will thus avoid interfering with a wireless LAN (i.e., the cordless phone seeks a clear
channel for itself so naturally avoids being interfered with or being a source of interference).
Jamming from microwave ovens is more severe but is usually restricted to the upper frequency
range for 802.11b (it should be noted that 802.11b divides the available frequency band into 11
channels. The higher numbered channels are most susceptible to microwave oven interference).
In each instance, jamming occurs only when the cordless telephone or microwave oven is active.
Security Issues
Much has been publicized in the media about security problems with wireless LANs. Although it
cannot be denied that the encryption algorithms currently used in 802.11b are flawed, the fact is
that security breaches of a wireless LAN require a deliberate attempt to access the network by an
intruder. It is highly recommended that WEP encryption be used and in some cases the access

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points should be set for MAC filtering. When an access point has MAC filtering enabled, the only
devices that can communicate through them are the ones which the MAC address has been set.
The primary issue is that many current users of wireless LAN have opted NOT to turn on security
features. If users were to enable the security features currently available (including only allowing
known systems access to the network and enabling WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) encryption
the intruder's work is much harder. Much as a burglar will bypass a house whose doors and
windows are securely locked, so too will a hacker tend to bypass a network where security
measures are enabled.
Ad-Hoc Mode
Most installed wireless LANs today utilize "infrastructure" mode that requires the use of one or
more access points. With this configuration, the access point provides an interface to a distribution
system (e.g., Ethernet), which enables wireless users to utilize the corporate network and the
CommandLink server.
As an optional feature, however, the 802.11b standard specifies "ad-hoc" mode, which allows the
radio network interface card (NIC) to operate in what the standard refers to as an independent
basic service set (IBSS) network configuration. With an IBSS, there are no access points. User
devices communicate directly with each other in a peer-to-peer manner.
This illustration shows the M71V2 handheld terminal using Ad-hoc mode.
The next illustration shows the M71V2 handheld terminal in a typical wireless network.

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A Typical Wireless Network
Ethernet
Connectio
n
Wireless Access
Point(s)
(802.11b)
Wireless
Handheld
Terminals
(M71V2)
Personal
Computer
(Server)

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GSM/GPRS Network Card Support
The AML M71V2 now supports GSM/GPRS network cards.When a GPRS network card
comes installed in the M71V2, the menus will be slightly different from the standard menus.
To determine if the unit has the correct firmware installed. Use the M71V2 Menu System and
select “Diagnostic Menu > Firmware Versions” and see under RAM DISK IMAGE the version
1.3.0-32 firmware.
Installing the GPRS SIM Card
The M71V2 GSM/GPRS card requires a customer supplied SIM (Subscriber Identity Module)
card issued by the cellular network Access Provider (e.g. T-Mobile, Cingular or Verizon). This
card must be installed prior to using the M71V2 GSM/GPRS system.
1. Remove the 2 screws
holding on RF end cap.
2
. Pull RF cap down
slightly, and then out
from body of terminal.
3. Carefully pull GSM/GPRS card
straight out of terminal. Note the
orientation of card when replacing it
back into unit.
5. Note the location of the
beveled corner on SIM card
with metal contacts pointing
out.
6. Close SIM cover and
push down to lock SIM
card into place.
4. Push metal door up to release
then rotate the SIM door open.