Opticon H-16 Series User manual

Manual

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Contents
Chapter 1. Knowing Your Device 09
1.1 Introduction 10
1.2 Accessories 14
1.3 Install SIM Card and Battery 15
1.4 Battery Information 16
1.5 Mini-SD Cards 18
Chapter 2. Basic Operations 19
2.1 Getting Started 20
2.2 Input Methods 23
2.3 Today Screen Components 28
2.4 The Start Menu 30
2.5 Settings 32
2.6 Using Calendar 34
2.7 Using Notes 41
2.8 Using Tasks 49
Charter 3. Phone Features 55
3.1 Using the Phone 56
3.2 Making a Call 58
3.3 In-Call options 63
3.4 SIM Manager 67

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Chapter 4. Synchronizing Information 69
4.1 Installing and setting up ActiveSync 70
4.2 Synchronizing Information 71
4.3 Changing Settings for an Information Type 73
4.4 Synchronizing with Exchange Server 73
4.5 Synchronizing via Bluetooth 74
Chapter 5. Bluetooth Connections 77
5.1 Overview of Bluetooth 78
5.2 Bluetooth Partnership (Bonding) 81
5.3 Beaming Information (Bluetooth) 84
Chapter 6. Transferring Files To and From Your Device 87
6.1 Using ActiveSync 88
6.2 Transferring from Memory Cards 89
6.3 Using Bluetooth 90
6.4 Transferring to a PC or Other Devices 90
Chapter 7. Connecting to the Internet 91
7.1 Setting up Internet connections 92
7.2 Using Internet Explorer Mobile 97
7.3 Using Wireless Manager 101
7.4 Using Wi-Fi Connection 104

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Chapter 8. Messaging & Contacts 109
8.1 Text Messaging 110
8.2 E-mail 112
8.3 Changing Messaging Account Options 116
8.4 Using Contacts 116
Chapter 9. Using Barcode Reader 121
9.1 Setting Barcode Reader 122
9.2 Scanning and Reading Barcode labels 133
Chapter 10. Other Applications 135
10.1 Word Mobile 136
10.2 Excel Mobile 138
10.3 PowerPoint Mobile 140
10.4 MSN Messenger 141
10.5 Backup/Recover 144
10.6 Managing Memory 147
Appendix 149
A.1 Regulatory Notices 150
A.2 PC Requirement to Run ActiveSync 4.5 155
A.3 Specifications 156

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CAUTION: This information is subject to change without prior notice.
Copyright © 2007 Opticon. All Rights Reserved.
This manual may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated or
converted to any electronic or machine readable form without prior written consent of Opticon.
Warranty
Unless otherwise agreed in a written contract, all Opticon products are warranted against defects in
materials and workmanship for two years after purchase. Opticon will repair or, at its option, replace
products that are defective in materials or workmanship with proper use during the warranty period.
Opticon is not liable for damages caused by modifications made by a customer. In such cases,
standard repair charges will apply. If a product is returned under warranty and no defect is found,
standard repair charges will apply. Opticon assumes no liability for any direct, indirect, consequential
or incidental damages arising out of use or inability to use both the hardware and software, even if
Opticon has been informed about the possibility of such damages.
Packaging
The packing materials are recyclable. We recommend that you save all packing material to use if you
need to transport your scanner or send it for service. Damage caused by improper packaging during
shipment is not covered by the warranty.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read the following information carefully before you start using this Opticon device to avoid any
damages caused by improper usage:

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•The device is not charged when you take it out of the box. The battery should
be charged for at least 8 hours before first use. Do not remove the battery while
charging.
•Do not use batteries, which have not been specified by the manufacturer, as this may
cause leakage or rupture.
•Do not charge the battery with an unspecified AC Adapter, as this may cause damage
to both the device and the battery.
•When discarding the batteries, dispose of them in a proper manner, according to the
battery manufacturer’s instructions and your local laws.
•Power off the device and remove the battery before inserting SIM card. Make sure the
SIM card snaps correctly into the SIM socket.
•Do not open the device housing or tamper with the device, as it will void your
warranty.
•Do not apply excessive force on this product, as it may cause damage to the screen
or the internal component.
•Do not use the device at gas or refueling stations, chemical plants, and places
containing explosives or flammable materials. Observe local guidelines.
•Use only manufacturer specified stylus. Do not scratch the screen with sharp objects.
•Do not clean the screen with chemical detergents. Only use cloths, specifically
designed for cleaning liquid displays, or a soft cloth moisturized with water drops, to
wipe the device screen.
•Do not expose the device to direct sunlight, or leave the device in a humid
environment, for extended periods of time, as this may cause damage to the device
and battery.

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•Do not immerse the device in water.
•The device may interfere with the navigation and/or communication systems on
aircraft. The use of the device on aircraft is prohibited by laws in most countries.
Observe local guidelines.
•This product may cause medical equipment to malfunction. The use of this device is
forbidden in most hospitals and medical clinics. Observe local guidelines.
•Use hands-free devices, if you need to use the telephony services, while driving a
vehicle. Observe local guidelines.
Safety of Laser Products
International Standards (Japan/EU/USA) Laser Class 1
Precautions about the Laser Device
This product using laser complies with JIS C6802: 2005 Class 1, IEC60825-1+A2: 2001 Class 1
and 21CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.50, dated July
26, 2001.
Class 1 Laser devices are not considered to be hazardous when used for their intended purpose.
Use of controls, adjustment of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous
laser light exposure.
The user should not view directly into the light beam with optical instruments, it may pose an eye
hazard.

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Trademarks
Trademarks used are the property of their respective owners.
Opticon is a registered trademark. Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, Windows NT, Windows Server,
Windows Mobile, ActiveSync, Excel, Internet Explorer, MSN, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word are
either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.

Chapter 1.
Knowing Your Device
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Accessories
1.3 Install SIM Card and Battery
1.4 Battery Information
1.5 Mini-SD Cards

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Chapter 1. Knowing Your Device
1.1 Introduction
Views of the Device
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1 Soft key 1 Performs the command shown in the label above the button
2 QWERTY keyboard A hardware keyboard similar to a standard one on your PC
3 Soft key 2 Performs the command shown in the label above the button
4 Scan key (Left) Press the key to scan and decode bar code/2D code
5 Record key Press and hold this key to record a voice note
6 Volume up Press the Volume up button to turn up the PDA receiver volume
7 Volume down Press the Volume down button to turn down the PDA receiver volume
8 RESET button Press the RESET button with stylus to soft-reset your device
9 Eyelet for wrist strap(Left) Fix a wrist strap here
10 Stylus Write, draw, or make selection on the touch screen
11 Scanner Point the reading window of the scanner in the direction of bar code/ 2D code
12 Power button Power on or off the device
13 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth LED Indicates Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Status
14 Telephone receiver Listen to a phone call here
15 GSM/Battery LED Indicates GSM/Battery LED
16 Display 2.8-inch TFT LCD with touch screen
17 Soft key 3 Performs the command shown in the label above the button
18 Soft key 4 Performs the command shown in the label above the button
19 Start key Pull down the Start menu
20 OK key Press OK key to make a selection
21 Talk key Press this key to dial or answer a call

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22 5-way navigation key Press this button up, down, left, or right to move through menus; carry out the selec-
tion by pressing the center button
23 End key End a call or close phone application
24 Microphone Speak into the microphone when talking on the phone or recording a voice note
25 Scan key(Right) Press the key to scan and decode bar code/ 2D code
26 Eyelet for wrist strap(Right) Fix a wrist strap here
27 Mini-SD card slot Insert a mini-SD card to expand device memory
28 Mini USB connector Mini USB connector for PC sync and battery charging
29 Earphone Jack Connect a 2.5 mm Earphone
30 Speaker Listen to audio media or listen to a phone call hands-free
31 Battery pack Remove to place battery and SIM card
Be sure to save all data in your device and then press the POWER button to switch your device off
before resetting the device or replacing the battery.
Cold Booting Your Device
You can execute a system cold boot to format both user store and DiskOnChip on your
device. To prompt the instruction for cold boot, press and hold the POWER button longer than
10 seconds immediately after pressing the RESET button. You can then choose one of the
following steps:
• Pressing the left key of the 5-way navigation key to format user store.
• Pressing the right key of the 5-way navigation key to format DiskOnChip.
• Press the up key of the 5-way navigation key to format both user store and DiskOnChip.
• Press any other key to exit.

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The Stylus
•Use the stylus to tap a selection, to drag-and-drop an item, to write, or to draw on the touch
screen.
•Tap and hold the stylus on the screen, icon is displayed and then a pop-up submenu is
displayed.
Notification LEDs
The device has 2 notification LEDs: the left is Wi-Fi/Bluetooth LED and the right is GSM/Battery LED.
Bluetooth/Wi-Fi LED tells you about the device’s Bluetooth/Wi-Fi status:
Color Bluetooth on Wi-Fi on
Green Off Blink
Blue Blink Off
Green and blue blink alternately while both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are on.
GSM/Battery LED lets you know that you have unanswered calls or tells you about the device’s
GSM/battery status:
Color Missed Call/
Low Power
GSM on
(battery full)
GSM on
(battery low) Charging
Red Blink Off Blink Off
Orange Off Off Off Constantly on
Green Off Blink Off Off

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Chapter 1. Knowing Your Device
1.2 Accessories
a AC Adapter Recharge the device battery
b Stereo Headset Listen to a phone conversation hands-free
c USB Cable Connect the device to a PC
d Getting Started CD Windows MobileTM Getting Started Disc
e User Manual/Quick Guide Provide instructions of device functions
f Pouch Protect the device
g Battery Rechargeable Li-ion polymer battery
h Stylus Write, draw, or make selection on the touch screen
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1.3 Install SIM Card and Battery
Installing the SIM Card
If you want to use phone features, you must install
a GSM SIM card.
•Push upper corners and slide down the battery
cover to remove it.
•Place the SIM card in the SIM card slot with the
gold contacts facing down. The SIM card’s cut-
off corner should match the cut-off corner in the
SIM card slot.
Installing the Battery
•Press the battery down forcefully into the battery
slot and close the back cover.
The device contains a rechargeable Li-ion polymer battery completely discharged and should be
charged for at least 8 hours before first use. Use only manufacturer-specified original batteries.
Damages caused by using batteries not specified by manufacturer are not covered under warranty.
Please follow normal power off procedure to remove the battery or reboot the device, otherwise
unsaved data may be lost. For information of power off procedures, see “Chapter 2.1 Powering
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Chapter 1. Knowing Your Device
1.4 Battery Information
Battery performance depends on many factors, including your wireless service provider’s network
configuration, signal strength, the temperature of the environment in which you operate your phone,
the features and/or settings you select and use, items attached to your phone’s connecting ports, and
your voice, data, and other program usage patterns.
Battery life estimates (approximations):
•Talk time: 4 hours
•Standby time: 150-200 hours
Reducing Risk of Fire or Burns
•Do not attempt to open, disassemble, or
service the battery pack.
•Do not crush, puncture, short the external
contacts, or dispose of in fire or water.
•Do not expose to temperatures above 60˚C
(140˚F).
•Replace only with the battery pack designated
for this product.
•Recycle or dispose of used battery as
stipulated by local regulation.
Checking the Battery Power
•Tap > Settings > System tab > Power.

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Optimizing the Power Performance
•Tap > Settings > System tab > Power > Advanced,
and adjust the time for turning off the device if it is not in use.
Managing a Low Battery
When the low-battery warning appears, do the following:
1. Immediately save your current data.
2. Start charging the battery or turn off your phone.
Charging the Battery
1. To charge the battery, place the battery into the battery slot correctly. See previous section for
how to install the battery.
2. Do one of the following:
•Connect the device with the AC adapter and plug the AC adapter into a power outlet.
•Connect the device to a PC with the USB cable.
To charge the device with the USB cable, you must connect the device to a functioning USB port
on a PC that is powered on.
Do not operate your device to temperatures above 40˚C (72˚F) while charging the battery.
Do not leave the battery in a place above 60˚C (140˚F).

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Chapter 1. Knowing Your Device
1.5 Mini-SD Cards
Mini-SD is one of the most popular formats for mobile devices. Your device contains a mini-SD card
slot in which you can expand the device’s memory up to 2GB. Mini-SD provides functions such as
built-in security for copyrighted content along with great performance for storing music, video, and
photographs. Please note that mini HCSD (High Capacity SD) is not supported by this device.
Inserting a Mini-SD Card into the Device
Insert the mini SD card with the logo side down and push into place until it clicks down and is
held in place.
Removing a Mini-SD Card from the Device
1. Gently press the mini-SD card inward (you may feel some resistance) and the card will eject
itself.
2. Take out the mini-SD card from the card slot by hand.
Mini-SD cards can only be inserted in one direction. Inserting the card in the wrong direction by
force can cause damage to the card and the card slot.

Chapter 2.
Basic Operations
2.1 Getting Started
2.2 Input Methods
2.3 Today Screen Components
2.4 The Start Menu
2.5 Settings
2.6 Using Calendar
2.7 Using Notes
2.8 Using Tasks

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Chapter 2. Basic Operations
2.1 Getting Started
Powering On/Off the Device
Press the POWER button to turn on the device. The POWER button
is located on the top side of the device. When you power on the
device for the first time, you are asked to calibrate the device.
Please refer to the “Calibrating your device” section in this chapter
for calibration steps. Press the POWER button again to switch
the device to sleep mode. You can still receive phone calls and
messages when the device is operating on sleep mode. To power
off the device completely, press and hold the POWER button for 3
seconds and the system will prompt you to power off the device.
Calibrating Your Device
Calibrating the device ensures the tapped
item is activated. To calibrate your device,
tap the center of the cross with the stylus
as the cross moves around the screen. If
you would like to re-calibrate the device,
follow the steps below:
1. Tap > Settings > System tab >
Screen.
2. Tap the Align Screen button and follow the
on-screen instructions.