M3 Mobile M3 BLACK User manual

Using this manual
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Thank you for purchasing M3 BLACK. This device will provide you with high quality data capture and
mobile communication at industrial level of ruggedness.
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This user manual has been specially designed to guide you through the basic functions and features of
M3 BLACK.
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Read me first
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Please read all safety precautions and this manual carefully before using your device to
ensure safe and proper use.
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This user manual is written based on current state of the device and the detail of this manual
are subject to change without prior notice.
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The description on this manual is based on the default setting of the device.
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Images and screenshots are taken using current version of software.
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This user manual assumes the device is fully optioned. For the available options with your
device, please contact your local distributor or visit our homepage at http://www.m3mobile.net
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M3 Mobile is not liable for performance issues caused by thirdparty applications.
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M3 Mobile is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by user mistakes.
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M3 Mobile is not liable for copyright/patent infringement by the user.
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M3 Mobile may request part of or entire application developed by thirdparty company to
improve the overall product performance.
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Newer version of operating system (OS) than your current OS may have been released after
your purchase. For the latest OS version information, please contact your local distributor.
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This user manual may contain technical and/or editing error.
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Copyright
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Copyright © 2013 M3 Mobile Co., Ltd.
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This user manual is protected under international copyright laws.
Any part of this document cannot be copied, reproduces, modified or translated to other languages
without prior written consent of M3 Mobile.
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Trademarks
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M3 Mobile and the M3 logo are registered trademark of M3 Mobile Co., Ltd.
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M3 BLACK is a registered trademark of M3 Mobile.
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Microsoft logo, Windows logo, MS Office, ActiveSync and Windows Mobile Device Center
are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
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Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
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Summit and SCU are trademarks of Summit data communication.
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Instructional Icons
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Before you start, familiarize yourself with the below icons to help with the manual.
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Warning – situations that could cause injury to yourself or others.
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Caution – situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment.
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Note – useful tips or additional information.
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Safety precaution

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Do not use PDA while driving.
It can expose to serious accident.
Using PDA while driving may defend against law.
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Do not touch charging plug with wet hand.
It may cause electric shock.
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Be aware of handling battery.
Do not apply big impact or drill into it.
Avoid damping the battery or submerge into water.
Avoid metallic contact with the battery.
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Do not expose PDA, battery or charger to excessive heat.
It may cause PDA’s corruption or explosion.
If PDA has been left in a car, as temperature increases it may cause explosion.
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Do not use PDA in event of thunder and lightning.
Using PDA in lightning condition can cause electric shock.
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Avoid use of PDA in restricted area.
It can cause radio interference.
Avoid use of PDA within aircraft. It can interfere with the navigational system of the
vessel.
Avoid use of PDA within hospital. It can interfere with the medical equipment.
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Turn off PDA where explosion risk area.
Please obey rules of explosion risk area.
It is safe to turn off PDA in patrol station.
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Be aware of using head set.
Continuous use of head set with high volume can damage hearing ability.
Using headset while walking or driving, it can decrease attentiveness and cause
accident.
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Revision
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Version 2.0 Release date: September, 2014
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New form applied
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Version 1.0 Release date: November, 2013
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Initial release.
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1.   Getting Started
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1.1   Product package
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1.1.1   Device and Peripherals
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Check M3 BLACK package contains below items:
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<M3 BLACK> <Battery> <Adapter>

<USB cable> <Stylus pen> <Cradle>
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<Quick Manual>  
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If there is any missing part or damaged item, please contact your supplier immediately.
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Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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1.2   Battery
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1.2.1   How to Use
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Inserting the Battery
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Attach the battery as indicated on below image.
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Then, slide the battery lock to secure the battery.
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M3 BLACK uses LiIon 3.7V, 3,400mAh smart battery (standard) or 5,100mAh smart battery
(extended)
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Using unauthorized battery may cause explosion or serious damage of the device.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions.
Check the battery is placed in the correct direction.
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Removing battery
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Unlock the battery lock.
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Then, pull out the battery using side grips.
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Program error may occur when removing battery while any program is running. Please
make sure the running program is closed before
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The backup battery would work when the battery has removed so the device goes to sleep mode.
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M3 BLACK can be used for maximum 11 hours with fully charged battery. It can be different
depending on users’ working environment.
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1.2.2   How to charge
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If the exclamation mark shows up next to the battery icon, please charge the battery otherwise the
device will be turned off.
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Charging the battery
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Plug in authentic AC adaptor plug to wall jack and DC jack to power connector of cradle.
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Insert PDA to device slot to start charging the PDA. Make sure that the device is connected
to the cradle correctly.
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AC adaptor is rated at 100~240V, 5A. Do not use the adapter outside the rated voltage.
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Please use authentic cradle that M3 Mobile provides only, there might be a malfunction
and/or failure of device.
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<Charging with cradle>
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If PDA is in right position, charging LED will indicate red and it will start charging the battery. It will
change to green when the battery is fully charged.
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If the charging LED is not turned on, please reinsert the device to the cradle.
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LED Color Description
Red The battery is charging.
Green The battery is fully charged.
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Do not exposure the battery to excessive temperature.
Acceptable user temperature range is 20oC (4oF)~60oC (140oF)
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It will take approximately 4 hours to fully charge from deplete state using the supplied charging cradle.
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Charging spare battery
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Position the spare battery to battery pack of the cradle as indicated in the following figure.
Charging LED on the cradle indicates the charging status.
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