Intermec CN2 User manual

CN2 Handheld Computer User’s Manual 1
Using the CN2 Handheld
Computer
Use this chapter to familiarize yourself with the CN2 handheld
computer. In this chapter you will find these sections:
•Introducing the CN2 Handheld Computer
•Using the Battery
•Using the Keypad
•Using the Touch Screen
•Understanding the Screen Icons
•Understanding the Status Lights
•Understanding the Beeps
•Running Multiple Applications on the CN2
•Scanning Bar Codes
•Increasing File Storage With the Optional SD Card
•Using the Optional USB Keyboard
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Introducing the CN2 Handheld Computer
The Intermec CN2 handheld computer is an ergonomically-
designed handheld computer built on the Microsoft®Windows®
CE .NET operating system. It is a semi-rugged, lightweight
computer that runs client/server applications and browser-based
applications.
Stylus (not
visible from
front)
Side Scan
button
(2 places)
Good
Read light
USB/Serial port
Battery light
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CN2 Handheld Computer With Numeric Keypad
The CN2 handheld computer with an IEEE 802.11b/g radio
installed is Wi-Fi®certified for interoperability with other
802.11b/g wireless LAN devices.
What’s New in This Release?
This release of CN2 includes these new features:
•You can use Task Manager (page 22).
•You can customize the behavior of the keypad (page 41).
•Funk Security is the default security choice (page 52).

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•You can double-tap the or icon in the taskbar to
view information about your wireless network regardless of
your security choice (page 68).
•You can allow FTP transfers to and from the CN2 (page 70).
•You can make sure that your applications are reinstalled after
a cold boot (page 90).
•You can run LED and keypad diagnostic tests (page 102).
CN2 Features, Applications, and Accessories
The CN2 includes these features and applications:
Features Installed Applications
802.11b/g radio (optional) CE Internet Explorer 6
1D linear imager (optional) CE Media Player
CCX v1.0 certification Inbox
IPv6 support ScanDemo (optional)
.NET Compact Framework Transcriber
64MB flash/128MB RAM memory Wavelink Avalanche Enabler
400 MHz Intel®XScale™processor WordPad
18-key numeric keypad or
10-key scroll keypad
Quarter VGA color display with
touch screen
For a complete list of accessories, see “Accessories for the CN2”
on page 115.
Identifying the Optional Features Installed in Your CN2
Before you continue learning to use your CN2, you need to
determine which optional features are installed in your CN2:
•802.11b/g radio
•Numeric or scroll keypad
•1D linear imager

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Does Your CN2 Contain an 802.11b/g Radio?
How to Determine Description In This Manual
Look at the Configuration
Number (CN) on the label inside
the battery compartment. For
help removing the battery door
and the battery, see page 8.
If the CN ends in 8xx, your CN2
contains a radio. For example,
CN2A21E10N2804.
You have a wireless CN2,
which can communicate in
a wireless network.
For details about wireless
communications, see
“Configuring 802.11b/g
Radio Communications”
on page 47.
If the CN ends in 000, your CN2
does not contain a radio. For
example, CN2A11E10N2000.
You have a batch CN2,
which requires a modem
dock or communications
dock to communicate with
a network.
For details about batch
communications, see
“Configuring USB
Communications” on
page 46.
Does Your CN2 Contain a Numeric or Scroll Keypad?
How to Determine Description In This Manual
The numeric keypad has 18
keys.
You can type numbers and
letters, and you can access
function keys (such as F1).
For details, see “Using the
Numeric Keypad” on
page 11.
The scroll keypad has 10 keys. You can use the arrow keys to
move through applications,
and you can access function
keys (such as F1).
For details, see “Using the
Scroll Keypad” on page
13.
Does Your CN2 Scan Bar Codes?
How to Determine Description In This Manual
The top of the CN2 contains a
clear scanner window.
You can scan bar codes with
your CN2.
For details, see “Scanning
Bar Codes” on page 25.
The top of the CN2 does not
contain a clear scanner
window.
You cannot scan bar codes
with your CN2.
Ignore all references to
scanning bar codes in this
manual.

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Using the Battery
The CN2 uses a lithium-ion battery as its main power source.
You must fully charge the main battery before you can use the
CN2.
While you change the battery, the backup battery maintains the
computer’s status, memory, and real-time clock for at least 5
minutes.
The lithium-ion battery pack that is used in this device
may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if it is mistreated.
Do not disassemble it, heat it above 100°C (212°F), or
incinerate it.
Avertissement: Le paquet de piles d’ions de lithium qui est
utilisé dans cet appareil peut presenter un risque de feu ou
un risque chimique de brûlure s’il est maltraité. Il ne faut
pas le désassembler, le réchauffer à une température plus
élevée que 100°C (212°F) ou l’incinérer.
Warnung: Der Lithiumionen-Akku, der in diesem Gerät
verwendet wird, kann eine Brandgefahr oder chemische
Brandgefahr darstellen, falls ee missbräuchlich verwendet
wird. Nicht zerlegen, über 100°C (212°F) erwärmen oder
verbrennen.
Removing the main battery when the backup battery low or
critically low icon appears on the status bar may cause your
CN2 to cold boot and you may lose data.
Attention: Si vous enlevez la batterie principale quand
l’icône de batterie de secours dans la barre de statut indique
bas ou bas critique, cela peut causer une botte froide à votre
CN2 et vous risquez de perdre des données.
Vorsicht: Das Entfernen des Hauptakkus bei schwacher
Reservebatterie oder wenn das Symbol für „leeren Akku“ in
der Statusleiste eingeblendet ist, kann einen Kaltstart des
Modells CN2 auslösen und zu Datenverlusten führen.

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If you fail to replace the battery immediately, you may lose
important data or applications.
Attention: Si la batterie n’est pas remplacée immédiatement,
des données ou applications importantes risquent d’être
perdues.
Vorsicht: Falls der Akku nicht unverzüglich ausgetauscht
wird, können importierte Daten oder Anwendungen
verloren gehen.
Dispose of used battery packs promptly. Keep away from
children. Contact your local Intermec sales representative for
replacement batteries.
Several factors determine the life of your battery, such as extreme
temperatures and your usage.
Installing and Charging the Battery
Make sure you fully charge the battery before you use your
CN2. To charge the battery, you need to install it in the CN2.
To install and charge the battery
1Push down on the battery door latch, and pull up on the
battery door.
2Remove the battery door and set it aside.
3Align the battery contacts, and insert the battery in the
battery compartment. Press down on the battery until it clicks
into place.

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Battery
4Replace the battery door.
5Connect the AC power supply (P/N 074246) to the power
connector on the back of the CN2 communications dock
(P/N 225-696-001), and then connect the power cord to the
AC power supply.
You must use only the Intermec power supply approved
for use with the CN2. Using any other power supply will
damage the CN2.
Attention: Vous devez utiliser seulement le bloc
d’alimentation Intermec désigné pour le CN2.
L’utilisation d’autre blocs d’alimentation endommagera le
CN2.
Vorsicht: Mit dem Modell CN2 darf nur der dazu
genehmigte Intermec-Netzteil verwendet werden. Die
Verwendung eines anderen Netzteils wird das Modell
CN2 beschädigen.
Note: For help installing and using the communications
dock, see the CN2 Communications Dock Quick Start Guide
(P/N 930-061-001), which shipped with the dock.

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AC power
supply
Communications
dock
Power
light
CN2
6Connect the power cord to an AC power outlet. The green
Power light on the communications dock turns on.
7Place the CN2 in the communications dock. The battery is
fully charged in approximately 4 hours.
Removing the Battery
Follow these instructions to remove the battery from the CN2.
Only use the stylus to remove the battery. If you use any
other tool or method to remove the battery, you may damage
the battery or the CN2.
Attention: Utilisez uniquement le stylet pour retirer la pile.
Si vous utilisez un autre instrument ou une autre méthode
pour le faire, vous risquez d’endommager la pile ou le CN2.
Vorsicht: Der Akku darf nur mit Hilfe des Stifts entfernt
werden. Wenn ein anderes Werkzeug bzw. eine andere
Methode zum Herausnehmen des Akkus benutzt wird, kann
der Akku oder das Modell CN2 beschädigt werden.

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Removing the main battery when the backup battery low or
critically low icon appears on the status bar may cause your
CN2 to cold boot and you may lose data.
Attention: Si vous enlevez la batterie principale quand
l'icône de batterie de secours dans la barre de statut indique
bas ou bas critique, cela peut causer une botte froide à votre
CN2 et vous risquez de perdre des données.
Vorsicht: Das Entfernen des Hauptakkus bei schwacher
Reservebatterie oder wenn das Symbol für „leeren Akku“ in
der Statusleiste eingeblendet ist, kann einen Kaltstart des
Modells CN2 auslösen und zu Datenverlusten führen.
If you fail to replace the battery immediately, you may lose
important data or applications.
Attention: Si la batterie n’est pas remplacée immédiatement,
des données ou applications importantes risquent d’être
perdues.
Vorsicht: Falls der Akku nicht unverzüglich ausgetauscht
wird, können importierte Daten oder Anwendungen
verloren gehen.
To remove the battery
1Push down on the battery door latch, and pull up on the
battery door.
2Remove the battery door and set it aside.
3Insert the stylus between the battery and the CN2 case, and
press straight down until the battery is released.

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4Lift the battery out of the battery compartment.
Maximizing Battery Life
There are several things that you can do to maximize the life of
your fully charged battery.
•Set the Backlight Timeout to 10 seconds.
•Verify that Radio Power Management is enabled (Fast PSP).
Enabling radio power management allows your radio to
switch between awake and sleep modes based on network
traffic.
•Verify that each setting under Power Management has a value
of 1 minute for a combined automatic shutoff time of 3
minutes.
You can use Intermec Settings to easily make all of these
configuration changes. For help, see “Configuring the CN2
Locally With Intermec Settings” on page 36.
Checking the Battery Status
The easiest way to tell the status of your battery is to look at the
battery icon on the taskbar of your CN2. For help locating the
taskbar, see the illustration on page 15.