Argox PA-6230 User manual

User’s Manual
PA-6230 Mobile Computer
DOC NO. UM-PA605-01
Nov. 2015
Version 1.0
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User’s Manual II
NOTICE: This user’s manual may be revised or withdrawn at any time without prior notice.
Copyright 2012, Argox Information Co., Ltd.
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By opening the package of this product you agree to become bound by the liability and
warranty conditions as described below.
Under all circumstances this manual should be read attentively before installing and or using
the product. In no event, will Argox be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential or
incidental damages arising out of use or inability to use both the hardware and software, even
if Argox has been informed about the possibility of such damages.
A serial number appears on all Argox products. This official registration number is strictly
related to the device purchased. Make sure that the serial number appearing on your Argox
device has not been removed. Servicing by our service department can only be carried out
under warranty.
All Argox products are warranted for the legal warranty period after purchase, covering
defects in material and workmanship. Argox will repair or, at its opinion, replace products that
prove to be defective in material or workmanship under proper use during the warranty period.
Argox will not be liable in case modifications are made by the customer. In such case the
standard repair charge will be applicable. The standard charge for repair will also be
applicable in case no defect is found at all. These rules also apply for products that are still
under warranty. Therefore, you are advised to have the product specifications always at hand.
Trademarks used are property of their respective owners.
FCC Compliance Statement
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 interface, and
(2) This device must accept any interface received, including interface that may cause
undesirable operation.
NOTE: 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. There limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interface when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct
the interference at his own expense.
FCC WARMING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

User’s Manual I
Table of Contents
1INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................. 1
1.1ABOUT THIS MANUAL ................................................................................................ 1
1.2USER AND PRODUCT SAFETY..................................................................................... 2
1.3SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................................... 4
2GETTING STARTED...................................................................................................... 6
2.1CHECK THE PACKAGE................................................................................................ 6
2.1.1PDT Package .................................................................................................. 6
2.1.2Cradle Package............................................................................................... 7
2.2DETAILED VIEW......................................................................................................... 8
2.2.1PA-6230 Mobile Computer............................................................................. 8
2.2.2Cradle ............................................................................................................. 9
2.3ASSEMBLY ................................................................................................................ 10
2.3.1Terminal........................................................................................................ 10
2.3.2Cradle ........................................................................................................... 11
2.4INSTALLING, REPLACING AND CHARGING BATTERIES .......................................... 12
2.4.1Installing / Replacing the Battery Pack......................................................... 13
2.4.2Charging the Battery Pack with Cradle........................................................ 15
2.5INSTALLING IN A SYSTEM ........................................................................................ 16
2.5.1Via CRD-22 Cradle....................................................................................... 16
3OPERATION OF THE MOBILE COMPUTER......................................................... 17
3.1KEYPAD DESCRIPTION............................................................................................. 17
3.2INSTALLING SD CARD.............................................................................................. 19
3.2.1Inserting SD card into the PA-6230............................................................. 19
3.3CONFIGURING PA-6230 SETTINGS.......................................................................... 20
3.3.1Calibrating Touch Screen Alignment............................................................ 20
3.3.2Adjusting LCD Backlight Brightness ............................................................ 21
3.3.3Adjusting Sound Volume............................................................................... 21
3.3.4Using the Stylus............................................................................................. 21
3.4ENTERING INFORMATION ........................................................................................ 22
3.4.1Entering Information Using a Keypad.......................................................... 22
3.4.2Entering Information Using the Keyboard Input Panel................................ 22
3.4.3Entering Data via the Bar Code Scanner...................................................... 22
3.5POWER MANAGEMENT ............................................................................................ 23
3.5.1Power Status Indication................................................................................ 23
3.5.2Saving Battery Power.................................................................................... 25
3.5.3Suspend Mode............................................................................................... 26
3.5.4Resume.......................................................................................................... 27
3.6RESETTING THE PA-6230 ........................................................................................ 28
3.6.1Performing a Warm Boot.............................................................................. 28
3.6.2Performing a Cold Boot................................................................................ 28
3.7FLASH DISK .............................................................................................................. 29
3.7.1Flash Disk Location...................................................................................... 29
3.7.2Saving to Flash.............................................................................................. 29
3.7.3Flash Disk Size.............................................................................................. 30
3.8BLUETOOTH ENABLE SETTING................................................................................ 31
3.9WLAN CONFIGURATION STEP................................................................................. 39
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4SCANNING..................................................................................................................... 40

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4.1SCAN CONFIGURATION ............................................................................................ 40
4.2SCAN DRIVER............................................................................................................ 42
4.3SCAN TEST ................................................................................................................ 42
4.4READING BARCODE .................................................................................................. 43
4.5BARCODE READING PROBLEMS................................................................................ 44
5UTILITIES...................................................................................................................... 45
5.1FUNCTION KEY SETTING ......................................................................................... 45
AP SETTINGS TAB............................................................................................................... 45
5.2TIMEOUT & BRIGHTNESS ........................................................................................ 46
6SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS..................................................................................... 47
6.1INTERNET EXPLORER............................................................................................... 47
6.2MEDIA PLAYER ........................................................................................................ 48
6.3MICROSOFT WORDPAD ........................................................................................... 48
6.4REMOTE DESKTOP CONNECTION............................................................................ 48
6.5TRANSCRIBER........................................................................................................... 49
6.6WINDOWS EXPLORER .............................................................................................. 49
7COMMUNICATION...................................................................................................... 50
7.1ACTIVESYNC ............................................................................................................ 50
7.2INSTALLING MICROSOFT ACTIVESYNC .................................................................. 50
7.3CONNECTING THE PA-6230 TO ACTIVESYNC......................................................... 51
7.4SETTING UP A PARTNERSHIP.................................................................................... 52
7.5CONNECTING THE PA-6230..................................................................................... 53
7.5.1Synchronizing Data....................................................................................... 53
7.5.2Solving Problems during Synchronization.................................................... 53
7.5.3Searching PA-6230 Contents from a Desktop PC......................................... 54
8OVERVIEW OF MICROSOFT WINDOWS CE 5.0.................................................. 55
8.1MAIN WINDOWS....................................................................................................... 55
8.2TASKBAR .................................................................................................................. 57
8.3SETTING UP THE PA-6230........................................................................................ 59
8.3.1Certificates.................................................................................................... 60
8.3.2Date/Time...................................................................................................... 61
8.3.3Dialing .......................................................................................................... 62
8.3.4Display.......................................................................................................... 63
8.3.5Hot Function Key.......................................................................................... 64
8.3.6Input Panel.................................................................................................... 64
8.3.7Internet Options ............................................................................................ 65
8.3.8Keyboard....................................................................................................... 66
8.3.9Mouse............................................................................................................ 67
8.3.10Network and Dial-up Connection ................................................................. 67
8.3.11Owner............................................................................................................ 68
8.3.12Password....................................................................................................... 69
8.3.13PC Connection.............................................................................................. 70
8.3.14Power............................................................................................................ 70
8.3.15Regional Settings........................................................................................... 71
8.3.16Remove Programs......................................................................................... 72
8.3.17Scan Configuration....................................................................................... 73
8.3.18Storage Manager........................................................................................... 73
8.3.19Stylus............................................................................................................. 74
8.3.20System ........................................................................................................... 75
8.3.21Terminal Server Client Licenses ................................................................... 75

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8.3.22Timeout and Brightness................................................................................. 76
8.3.24Volume and Sound ........................................................................................ 76
9TROUBLE SHOOTING ................................................................................................ 78
9.1GENERAL CHECKS ................................................................................................... 78
9.2READ OPERATION PROBLEMS................................................................................. 78
9.3MOBILE COMPUTER PROBLEMS.............................................................................. 78

User’s Manual 1
1 Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing the PA-6230, a Microsoft Windows®CE 5.0 Mobile Computer.
Its special combination of features makes it perfect for use in a wide range of applications.
These features as:
 Microsoft Windows CE 5.0 operating system
 2D Matrix symbologies identification
 Robust expansion capability
 Wireless mobility via Bluetooth and 802.11b/g/n
 Long battery life
 Transmissive type color LCD display
 Backlit keypad
1.1 About this Manual
The chapters contained in this manual are:
Chapter 1: Introduction – Presents general information about the PA-6230
Chapter 2: Getting started – Describes basic use of the PA-6230
Chapter 3: Operating the Mobile computer – Describes customizing the PA-6230
Chapter 4: Scanning
Chapter 5: Useful Utilities
Chapter 6: Software Applications
Chapter 7: Communication – Describes using the PA-6230 for different types of
communication
Chapter 8: Overview of Microsoft Windows CE 5.0
Chapter 9: Troubleshooting
Chapter 10: Appendix

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1.2 User and Product Safety
 Never use strong pressure on the screen or subject it to severe impact, as the LCD
panel can crack and possibly cause personal injury. If the LCD panel is broken,
never touch the liquid inside, for such contact can irritate the skin.
 Although the PA-6230 mobile computer meets IP54 standards for water and dust
resistance, avoid prolonged exposure to rain or other concentrated moisture.
Conditions exceeding IP54 standards could result in water or other contaminants
entering the PA-6230.
 Use only the approved AC Adapter with the PA-6230. Use of an unapproved AC
Adapter could result in electrical problems, or even cause a fire or an electrical
shock to the user.
 Be sure that only authorized suppliers are allowed to disassemble and reassemble the
device. If the device or parts are damaged due to wrong handling, the product and
parts warranty is void.
 Always make back-up copies of all important data. This is easily done using a cable
or single cradle (optional) to transfer data to the computer. The manufacturer is not
liable for any data damage or data loss caused by deletion or corruption while using
this device, or due to a drained battery.
 Lithium-ion battery packs may get hot, explode, ignite and/or cause serious injury if
abused. Please follow the safety warnings listed below.
Warnings: Do not place the battery pack in fire or heat the battery.
Do not install the battery pack backwards so the polarity is reversed.
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 subject it to strong impacts or
shocks.
Do not solder directly onto the battery pack.
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 fluid gets into the eyes, do not rub the
eyes. Rinse well with water and immediately seek medical care. If left
untreated, the battery fluid could cause eye damage.

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To avoid malfunctions and to ensure years of trouble-free operation, pay attention to the
following:
General Use
Do not expose the mobile computer to areas subject to extreme heat such as direct
sunlight, near a heater, or in a car – or in areas that are very cold, humid, moist, or
dusty.
Do not expose the product to rain or water.
Do not subject the product to strong impact, or throw or drop the mobile computer
from large heights. Do not allow other mechanical shocks to the product.
Cleaning Instructions
Clean the exterior by wiping it with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use much water.
Do not use thinner, white spirit or other solvents. These can discolor the case and
the keys and it has a negative effect on the lifetime of the keys.
Cleaning the Mobile Computer
Clean the scan window periodically for better reading performance, but pay
attention to not scratching the window
Cleaning the Cradle
Avoid touching the contacts in the cradle. The contacts must stay as clean as
possible to maintain optimal charging capacity. Do not use water when cleaning
the cradle. This can cause malfunction of the chargers.
Using the Mobile Computer
Avoid temperature changes. Sudden temperature changes can cause condensation
to form on the mobile computer. Using the mobile computer while condensation is
present can cause malfunction. Always wait until the condensation clears naturally
before attempting operation.
Do not leave the mobile computer in an area where static charge is accumulated or
near devices where electromagnetic emission is generated.
Do not place any object on top of the mobile computer. Do not lay the mobile
computer face down. Doing so can cause accidental operation of the power key or
[ENT] key, which can discharge your batteries or change settings you do not want
changed.
Using the Cradle
Do not place any product other than the PA-6230 mobile computer in the cradle.
Maintenance
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the mobile computer or the cradle. So do
not try to take it apart. The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage caused
by customers. In case of a malfunction that can not be solved by the trouble-
shooting instructions in this manual, please consult our service department.

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1.3 Specifications
Model PA-6230
General Characteristics
OS Windows CE 5.0
CPU ARM9 Core 533MHz
RAM 256MB DRAM
ROM 256MB Flash
Display 2.4” LCD TFT Transmissive, 240 x 320 QVGA 65K colors with Touch panel
LED Blue, Green and Red
Keypad 29 Numeric
Alert Speaker, Vibrator
Power
Operating power 1) Mobile Computer: Rechargeable 3.7V 1950mAh Li-Polymer Battery
2) Optional Pistol Grip: Rechargeable 3.7V 5000mAh Li-ion Battery
Working hours
> 8 hours
Backup power 15-min data retention
Data retention 30 days
* Batteries must be charged at a temperature ranging from 0~+45°C (+32°F to +113°F). At
temperatures below 0°C and above +45°C display or battery performance degradation may
occur.
Wireless Communication
WPAN Bluetooth Class2, version 1.2
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n
External I/O interface
USB / RS-232(4 Wires)
Expansion slot
Standard SD (32 GB)

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Developing tools
Visual Studio 2005, Visual Studio 2008 , Windows CE SDK
Scanner Configuration Utility
Scanner
Scanner system Area imager
Resolution 0.127mm (Code 39, 5mil)
0.17mm(PDF417, 6.7mil)
Depth of field 182.9mm (code 39, 5mils, MRD 80%)
Scanning rate 60 scans /sec
Supported all popular linear barcodes included GS1 databar, Code 39, Code 93,
Codabar, Code 128, UPC A, UPC E, Interleaved 2/5,Matrix 2/5, MSI, Standard 2/5,
Code 39 Full ASCII, EAN/UPC ext;
Symbologies
2D Matrix symbologies included Data Matrix (ECC200), Maxicode, QR
Code ,Aztec
Environment
Operating Temperature -10℃to 60℃/ 14℉to 140℉
Storage Temperature -20℃to 70℃/ -4℉to 158℉
Humidity 1) Operating: Non-condensed 10-90%
2) Storage: Non-condensed 5-95%
Impact resistance 1) 1.2M/4ft (Terminal) 0.9M (Cradle)/(4 drops per 6 sides)
2) IP54
Electrostatic discharge 1) +/- 15 KV air discharge
2) +/- 8 KV direct discharge
EMC Regulation FCC, CE
Accessory Charging & Communication Cradle / Pistol Grip /
Charging cable / Four slot charging cradle/ Holster