Datalogic Skorpio X3 User manual

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Skorpio™ X3
User’s Manual
Mobile Computer
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40012 Lippo di Calderara di Reno
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40012 Lippo di Calderara di Reno
Bologna - Italy
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©2012-2015 Datalogic ADC S.r.l.
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CONTENTS
REFERENCES ............................................................................................VI
Conventions..................................................................................................vi
Reference Documentation ............................................................................vi
Services and Support....................................................................................vi
GENERAL VIEW ........................................................................................VII
1INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................................1
1.1 Skorpio X3 Description..................................................................................1
1.2 Available Models...........................................................................................2
1.3 Package Contents.........................................................................................6
1.4 Inserting a MicroSD Card..............................................................................8
1.4.1 Removing the MicroSD Card ......................................................................10
1.5 Accessories.................................................................................................11
2BATTERIES AND MAINTENANCE ...........................................................13
2.1 Charging the Battery Pack..........................................................................13
2.2 Replacing the Battery Pack.........................................................................16
2.3 Cleaning the Mobile Computer....................................................................20
2.3.1 Dock Contacts Cleaning Procedure............................................................20
3CONNECTIONS .........................................................................................23
3.1 USB Connection .........................................................................................23
3.2 Connection to USB peripherals...................................................................25
3.3 RS232 Connection......................................................................................27
3.4 WLAN Connection ......................................................................................28
3.5 WPAN Connections ....................................................................................30
3.6 Wireless and Radio Frequencies Warnings................................................31
4USE AND FUNCTIONING..........................................................................33
4.1 Startup ........................................................................................................33
4.1.1 Using the Stylus..........................................................................................34
4.1.2 Touch Gestures ..........................................................................................35
4.2 Windows CE Touch Screen Calibration......................................................36
4.3 Data Capture...............................................................................................37
4.3.1 Laser Data Capture.....................................................................................38
4.3.2 Imager Data Capture...................................................................................39
4.4 Description of the Keyboards......................................................................41
4.4.1 Full-alphanumeric Keyboard (50 Keys).......................................................41
4.4.2 Alphanumeric Keyboard (38 Keys) .............................................................43
4.4.3 Numeric Keyboard (28 Keys)......................................................................45
4.4.4 Functional Keypad (28 Keys)......................................................................48
4.4.5 Inserting the Terminal Emulation Overlay...................................................51
4.4.6 Resetting the Skorpio X3 ............................................................................52

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4.5 Status Indicators.........................................................................................54
4.5.1 LED Status..................................................................................................54
4.5.2 Taskbar.......................................................................................................55
4.6Control Panel..............................................................................................56
4.6.1 Data Capture Configuration ........................................................................57
Decoding Configuration Pages ...................................................................57
4.6.2 DL Buttons.................................................................................................. 65
4.6.3 Triggers.......................................................................................................69
4.6.4 Application Switcher....................................................................................70
4.6.5 Persistent Registry......................................................................................71
4.6.6 Wireless Communications...........................................................................74
4.6.7 Stylus Calibration........................................................................................79
4.6.8 Audio Settings.............................................................................................81
4.7 Connecting to Other Computers .................................................................83
4.7.1 Windows Mobile® Device Center................................................................83
4.7.2 Bluetooth® Manager Device Setup............................................................. 85
4.8 Datalogic Firmware Utility ...........................................................................92
4.8.1 Retrieving a Firmware Image Update .........................................................92
4.8.2 Installing DFU on the Host PC....................................................................93
4.8.3 Updating the Firmware................................................................................94
4.9 Datalogic Configuration Utility.....................................................................96
4.10 Datalogic Desktop Utility.............................................................................97
4.10.1 Administrative Options (Admin tab).............................................................98
4.10.2 Locked Web Browser Options (LockedWeb tab) ......................................101
4.10.3 Status Icons Options (Status Tab)............................................................106
4.10.4 Windows Controls.....................................................................................107
4.10.5 AppSelector Options (AppSelect tab)........................................................110
4.11 AppSelector (Application Selector) ...........................................................113
4.12 Locked Web Browser................................................................................114
4.12.1 Locked Web Browser Special Metatags ...................................................116
4.13 Pal and Pal Communicator .......................................................................120
4.14 Autostart....................................................................................................121
4.14.1 Installing CAB Files...................................................................................121
4.14.2 How AutoStart Uses Wceload...................................................................122
4.14.3 Interactive CAB Install...............................................................................123
4.14.4 Autostart.ini...............................................................................................123
5TECHNICAL FEATURES.........................................................................129
5.1 Technical Data..........................................................................................129
5.2 Decode Distances.....................................................................................132
6TEST CODES........................................................................................... 135
REGULATORY INFORMATION............................................................... 139
General Safety Rules................................................................................139
Power Supply............................................................................................139
Laser Safety..............................................................................................140

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LED Class.................................................................................................146
Radio Compliance.....................................................................................147
FCC Compliance.......................................................................................149
RF Exposure Information (SAR) ...............................................................150
Industry Canada Compliance....................................................................151
SAR Compliance.......................................................................................151
WEEE Compliance ...................................................................................152
GLOSSARY..............................................................................................154
INDEX.......................................................................................................158

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REFERENCES
CONVENTIONS
This manual uses the following conventions:
“User” refers to anyone using a Skorpio X3 mobile computer.
“mobile computer” and "Skorpio X3" refer to Skorpio X3 mobile computer.
“You” refers to the System Administrator or Technical Support person using this
manual to install, configure, operate, maintain or troubleshoot a Skorpio X3 mobile
computer.
“Single Dock” refers to the Skorpio X3 Single Slot Dock.
The label artworks may be only a draft. Refer to the product labels for more precise
information.
REFERENCE DOCUMENTATION
For further information regarding Skorpio X3 refer to the SDK Help on-Line.
SERVICES AND SUPPORT
Datalogic provides several services as well as technical support through its website.
Please check our website at www.datalogic.com under “Support & Services”, then
“Automatic Data Capture”, and click on the links indicated for further information
including:
- Downloads
- Manuals for the latest versions of user manuals and product guides.
- Software & Utilities for the latest firmware release for your product. You can
also click on the following link for direct access to this section:
www.datalogic.com/products_updates.
- Service Program for warranty extensions and maintenance agreements.
- Repair Centers for a list of authorised repair centers.
- Technical Support Automatic Data Capture email form to contact our
technical support.

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GENERAL VIEW
A) Color Display*
B) ON/OFF Power Key
C) LEDs
D) Receiver speaker
E) Front Scan Key
F) Keyboard
G) Laser Safety Label
H) Loudspeaker
I) Micro USB Charging Port (Power
Only)
J) Product Label
K) Reset Key (under battery)
L) MicroSD Card Slot (under battery)
M) Trigger button (for use with the
optional pistol trigger
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N) Data Capture Window O) HandyLink™ Connector
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INTRODUCTION
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 SKORPIO X3 DESCRIPTION
The Skorpio X3 rugged mobile computer is particularly suitable for mobile commerce
solutions in the retail environment both on store shelves and in the stock room.
Thanks to one of the best ergonomic designs ever seen on the market, it reduces
operator fatigue with no compromise in terms of reliability and robustness, resisting
harsh environments, multiple drops, strong shocks and repetitive tumbles.
The Skorpio X3 pistol grip version takes advantage of the best handle and trigger in
the warehouse industry. Compact size and light weight combine to offer excellent
balance, and superior handling.
Skorpio X3’s powerful processing efficiency derives from a dual processor
architecture composed of microprocessor XScale PXA310 @ 624 MHz and a Cortex-
M3, 32 bit @ 72 MHz. coprocessor Processing power combined with 256 MB RAM &
and 512 MB Flash running Windows Embedded CE 6 r3 make for the best
performance and flexibility in this market.
Skorpio X3 offers the unique feature of integrated data capture technology combined
with “green spot” feedback (Datalogic patent), providing a ”good read” green dot
directly on the code, where the operator usually tends to be looking. Many features
work together to facilitate easier and faster reading, such as 1D laser and 2D imager
bar code readers with Green Spot. An inclined scan engine to allows the display to
be seen while scanning bar codes, with no need to turn the wrist awkwardly while
scanning.
Skorpio X3 display is a TFT / Transflective color LCD, QVGA, with LED backlight and
integrated touch screen, 81 mm (3.2 in) diagonal which means it is the largest
standard resolution display (and the only one for the market today) in this class of
products.
Skorpio X3 wireless communication capabilities (Bluetooth®, IEEE 802.11a/b/g)
enable fast transactions and complete interaction with information systems including
the newest RF security protocols such as WPA™ and WPA2™. Moreover, Cisco
Compatible Extensions CCX V4 certification permits all the advantages offered by
the Cisco WLAN infrastructure to be exploited.
Datalogic’s software tools and strategic software alliances fit Skorpio X3 to business
practice. Datalogic Desktop and Configuration utilities offer full and secure control
over the device experience. Wavelink Avalanche enables rapid deployment and
central management of Skorpio X3 installations. Finally, Datalogic’s comprehensive
service programs protect the Skorpio X3 investment.

1SKORPIO™ X3
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1.2 AVAILABLE MODELS
The Skorpio X3 is available in different models depending on the options it is
equipped with. All options are listed below:
•communication options: 802.11 a/b/g radio, Bluetooth®
•data capture options: laser, 2D imager
•operating system: Windows CE 6.0, Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5
•keyboard options: full-alphanumeric, alphanumeric, numeric.
For further details about the Skorpio X3 models refer to the web site:
http://www.datalogic.com.
For further information regarding Windows CE refer to the website:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsembedded.
The currently available models are:
•942350001 SKORPIOX3 00A0LS-2N0-CEU0
Skorpio X3 with Bluetooth v2.0, 802.11 a/b/g CCX V4, Hand Held, Std Laser w/
Green Spot, Windows CE 6.0, 256MB RAM/512MB Flash, 28-Key Numeric
•942350002 SKORPIOX3 0000LS-2N0-CEU0
Skorpio X3 Batch, Hand Held, Std Laser w/ Green Spot, Windows CE 6.0,
256MB RAM/512MB Flash, 28-Key Numeric
•942350003 SKORPIOX3 00A0LS-2F0-CEU0
Skorpio X3 with Bluetooth v2.0, 802.11 a/b/g CCX V4, Hand Held, Std Laser w/
Green Spot, Windows CE 6.0, 256MB RAM/512MB Flash, 50-Key Full-
alphanumeric
•942350004 SKORPIOX3 00A0LS-2N0-MEN0
Skorpio X3 with Bluetooth® v2.0, 802.11 a/b/g CCX V4, Std Laser w/ Green
Spot, Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5, 256MB RAM/512MB Flash, 28-Key
Numeric
•942350005 SKORPIOX3 00A0LS-2F0-MEN0
Skorpio X3 with Bluetooth® v2.0, 802.11 a/b/g CCX V4, Std Laser w/ Green
Spot, Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5, 256MB RAM/512MB Flash, 50-Key
Full-alphanumeric
•942350010 SKORPIOX3 0000LS-2S0-CEU0
Skorpio X3 Batch v2.0, Hand Held, Std Laser w/ Green Spot, Windows CE 6.0,
256MB RAM/512MB Flash, 38-Key Alphanumeric