Intermec Oracle-Ready CK31 User manual

CK31 Handheld
Computer
User’s Manual

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Document Change
This page records changes to this document. The document was
originally released as version 001.
Version Date Description of Change
002 10/2005 Added new scanner options, new
keypad options, updated information
on Funk security and configuration,
added new diagnostics, and added
information on SmartSystems.
003 06/2006 Revised to support RoHS compliance.
Other new information includes an
updated list of scanners and cables,
instructions for scanning PDF417 or
Micro PDF417 bar codes, instructions
for loading multiple certificates,
expanded information about the
backup battery and the Backup Battery
Very Low dialog box, troubleshooting
information for the SD card, bar code
symbologies listed by scanner option,
new information on scanner reading
distances, and an illustration that
identifies the pins in the serial adapter.

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Before You Begin.......................................................................................................xi
Safety Icons .................................................................................................xi
Global Services and Support.......................................................................xii
Warranty Information..................................................................xii
Web Support ...............................................................................xii
Telephone Support .....................................................................xiii
Who Should Read This Document? ..........................................................xiv
Related Documents ...................................................................................xiv
Patent Information....................................................................................xiv
Other Copyright Information..................................................................... xv
Using the CK31 Handheld Computer .................................................. 1
Introducing the CK31 Handheld Computer.............................................................. 2
Features of Your CK31................................................................................ 2
What’s New? ............................................................................................................. 4
Using the Battery....................................................................................................... 4
Charging and Installing the Battery ............................................................. 5
Maximizing Battery Life .............................................................................. 6
Checking the Battery Status......................................................................... 7
Using the Keypad ...................................................................................................... 7
Using the Color-Coded Keys..................................................................... 10
Capitalizing All Characters ........................................................................ 11
Using the Power (I) Key........................................................................... 12
Disabling or Modifying Keypad Functions ................................................ 12
Using the Touch Screen........................................................................................... 14
Using the Stylus ........................................................................................ 15
Understanding the Screen Icons ................................................................ 16
Repositioning a Window........................................................................... 17
Calibrating the Screen ............................................................................... 18
Understanding the Status Lights .............................................................................. 19
Understanding the Beeps ......................................................................................... 20
Scanning Bar Codes................................................................................................. 21
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Scanning With the 1D Linear Imager........................................................ 22
Scanning With a 2D Area Imager.............................................................. 24
Attaching a Scanner to the Serial Port........................................................ 26
Using Energy Saver Mode With Your 1551E or 1553 Scanner .................. 28
Verifying That Your Scanner Is Working................................................................. 29
Installing the SD Card............................................................................................. 30
Configuring the CK31.................................................................................... 33
How to Configure the CK31 Parameters ................................................................. 34
Configuring the CK31 With Setup Assistant............................................. 35
Configuring the CK31 With Intermec Settings ......................................... 36
Opening Intermec Settings.......................................................... 36
Understanding the Commands in Intermec Settings ................... 37
Navigating in Intermec Settings .................................................. 38
Restoring Default Settings........................................................... 38
Exiting Intermec Settings ............................................................ 39
Configuring the CK31 With SmartSystems Console ................................. 40
Synchronizing the CK31 System Time With a Time Server....................... 40
Configuring the CK31 for Your Network................................................................ 41
Configuring 802.11b/g Radio Communications........................................ 41
Configuring the Network Parameters for a TCP/IP Network ...... 42
Configuring the Network Parameters for a UDP Plus Network... 43
Configuring Bluetooth Communications .................................................. 44
Configuring Ethernet Communications on Older CK31s.......................... 46
Configuring Serial Communications ......................................................... 47
Configuring Security ............................................................................................... 49
Choosing Between Funk and Microsoft Security ....................................... 49
Selecting a Profile for Funk Security............................................ 50
Selecting Microsoft as Your Security Choice................................ 51
Using WPA Security.................................................................................. 51
Configuring WPA Security With Funk Security.......................... 52
Configuring WPA Security With Microsoft Security................... 54
Using 802.1x Security ............................................................................... 57
Configuring 802.1x Security With Funk Security........................ 57
Configuring 802.1x Security With Microsoft Security................. 58
Using LEAP Security................................................................................. 60
Using Static WEP Security ........................................................................ 61
Configuring Static WEP Security With Funk Security ................ 61
Configuring Static WEP Security With Microsoft Security ......... 62
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Loading a Certificate ................................................................................. 62
Disabling Security ..................................................................................... 66
Developing and Installing Applications ......................................... 67
Developing Applications for the CK31 .................................................................... 68
Developing a New Application.................................................................. 68
Developing a Web-Based Application........................................................ 69
Converting a Trakker Antares Application to a CK31 Application............. 69
Installing Applications on the CK31........................................................................ 70
Installing Applications Using ActiveSync................................................... 71
Installing ActiveSync and Establishing a Partnership ................... 71
Using ActiveSync to Copy Files and Install Applications ............. 73
Installing Applications Using Your SD Card.............................................. 75
Installing Applications Using the FTP Server............................................. 75
Installing Applications Using Wavelink Avalanche..................................... 76
Installing Applications Using SmartSystems Console................................. 76
Launching Your Application Automatically ............................................................. 77
Setting or Changing the CK31 Password ................................................................. 77
Backing Up Your Files............................................................................................. 79
Upgrading Your CK31 ............................................................................................ 80
Upgrading the Operating System Using an SD Card................................. 80
Upgrading Your CK31 Using SmartSystems Console ................................ 81
Running Diagnostics ...................................................................................... 83
Using Diagnostics on the CK31............................................................................... 84
Understanding the Diagnostics Screens.................................................................... 84
802.11 Information................................................................................... 85
Authentication Information....................................................................... 85
Battery Information................................................................................... 86
Boot Code Version.................................................................................... 88
Configuration Table.................................................................................. 89
CPU Monitor............................................................................................ 90
CPU Registers........................................................................................... 90
Display Test .............................................................................................. 91
Installed Fonts........................................................................................... 92
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Intermec Value Version............................................................................. 92
Keypad Test .............................................................................................. 93
LED Test .................................................................................................. 94
Network Information ................................................................................ 94
Network Test ............................................................................................ 95
Operating System Version......................................................................... 95
Ping Utility ............................................................................................... 96
Radio Driver Version ................................................................................ 97
RAM Information ..................................................................................... 97
RAM Monitor........................................................................................... 98
SD Card Memory Test.............................................................................. 98
Sound Test................................................................................................ 99
Troubleshooting and Maintaining the CK31............................. 101
Troubleshooting the CK31.................................................................................... 102
Calling Product Support.......................................................................... 102
Problems and Solutions ........................................................................... 103
Problems While Operating the CK31...................................................... 103
Problems While Configuring Security ..................................................... 105
Problems With Wireless Connectivity ..................................................... 107
Problems Transmitting Data Through the Serial Port.............................. 108
Problems While Scanning Bar Codes....................................................... 108
Booting the CK31 ................................................................................................. 112
Warm Booting the CK31 ........................................................................ 112
Cold Booting the CK31 .......................................................................... 112
Cleaning the Scanner Window and Screen............................................................. 113
Specifications..................................................................................................... 115
Physical and Environmental Specifications............................................................. 116
Physical Dimensions ................................................................. 116
Power Specifications.................................................................. 116
Electrical Specifications............................................................. 116
Temperature and Humidity Specifications ................................ 116
Screen Specifications ................................................................. 116
Keypad Options........................................................................ 116
Bar Code Symbologies .............................................................. 117
EA11 2D Area Imager Standard Minimum Reading Distances.. 118
EV10 1D Linear Imager Reading Distances .............................. 120
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Accessories for the CK31 ....................................................................................... 122
851-082-xxx Power Supply ....................................................... 122
AA2 Serial Cable Adapter (P/N 236-069-xxx)........................... 122
AA3 Serial Cable Adapter (P/N 236-070-xxx)........................... 122
AB1G Battery (P/N 318-020-xxx)............................................. 122
AC1 4-Slot Battery Charger (P/N 852-904-xxx)........................ 122
AC2 4-Bay Battery Charging Dock (P/N 852-905-xxx) ............ 122
AC3 8-Slot Battery Charging Dock (P/N 852-906-xxx)............ 122
AD1 Communications Dock (P/N 225-709-xxx)...................... 122
AD2 4-Bay Communications Dock (P/N 225-710-xxx)............ 123
CK30 and CK31 Handle (P/N 203-754-xxx)............................ 123
CK31 Handstrap (P/N 075289) ............................................... 123
CK31 Holster and Belt ............................................................. 123
CK31 Protective Boot............................................................... 123
CK31 Protective Case ............................................................... 123
CK31 Tethered stylus (P/N 203-773-xxx)................................. 123
CK31 Vehicle Cradle (P/N 075436) ......................................... 123
Dust cover ................................................................................ 123
Decoded Serial Adapter (P/N 225-715-001) ............................. 124
Undecoded Serial Adapter (P/N 225-714-001) ......................... 124
Typing Characters Not Printed on the Keypad ...................................................... 124
Pin Assignments for the Serial Port ........................................................................ 127
Default Settings ............................................................................................... 129
Default Configuration ........................................................................................... 130
Reprogramming the Keypad ................................................................. 137
Reprogramming the Keypad .................................................................................. 138
Changing the Functionality of Keys or Key Combinations..................................... 138
Starting the Reprogrammable Keypad Utility .......................................... 139
Programming a Unicode Character ......................................................... 140
Programming a Virtual Key or Unicode Character .................................. 141
Programming Any Key as a Function Key ............................................... 143
Launching an Application From a Key or Key Combination ................... 145
Remapping a Hardware Scan Code ......................................................... 147
Removing One or All Reprogramming Modifications.............................. 148
Finding the Registry Entries for Keypad Changes .................................... 150
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Creating Keypad Macros........................................................................................ 151
Starting the Keypad Macro Utility........................................................... 151
Recording a Keypad Macro ..................................................................... 152
Removing All or One Keypad Macro....................................................... 154
Finding the Registry Entries for Keypad Macros...................................... 156
Index ......................................................................................................................... 159
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