Psion Teklogix IKON RUGGED 7505-BTSDCMHC25 User manual

ISO 9001 Certified
Quality Management System
Ikôn™ Rugged PDA
(Windows CE 5.0)
User Manual
July 25, 2008 Part No. 8100147.A

This manual supports the following Ikôn models:
• 7505-BT
• 7505-BTSDCM
• 7505-BTMC75
• 7505-BTHC25
• 7505-BTSDCMMC75
• 7505-BTSDCMHC25
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 About ThisManual......................................................................3
1.2 TextConventions........................................................................4
1.3 Ikôn Rugged PDA Features . .............................................................4
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout
2.1 Features Of The Ikôn Rugged PDA ......................................................9
2.2 PreparingTheIkônRugged PDAForOperation ........................................11
2.2.1 The Battery.....................................................................11
2.3 Turning TheIkônOnAndOff ..........................................................11
2.3.1 InstallingTheBattery ..........................................................11
2.3.2 SwitchingTheIkônOn.........................................................11
2.3.3 SwitchingTheIkônOff ........................................................12
2.4 CalibratingTheTouchscreen............................................................13
2.5 Configuring The Summit 802.11b/g.....................................................13
2.5.1 Summit Client Utility (SCU) For 802.11b/g Radio. . . ...........................14
2.5.2 AssigningTheIPAddress......................................................14
2.5.3 NameServersTab..............................................................16
2.5.4 UsingTheSCUToConnectToTheWLAN....................................17
2.5.4.1 SSID ................................................................18
2.5.4.2 EAPType............................................................18
2.5.4.3 Encryption...........................................................18
2.6 CheckingTheScanner..................................................................19
2.7 DataTransferBetweenThe PCAndTheIkôn ..........................................19
2.7.1 UsingMicrosoftActiveSync ...................................................20
2.7.2 Using Windows Vista ..........................................................20
2.8 Voice –UsingThePhone Dialer ........................................................20
2.8.1 DialingANumber..............................................................21
2.8.2 Voice Menu....................................................................22
2.8.3 File Menu – Phonebook Management . . ........................................24
2.9 ResettingTheIkôn......................................................................26
2.9.1 PerformingAColdReset.......................................................27
2.9.2 Performing AWarm Reset .....................................................27

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Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Ikôn
3.1 TheBattery.............................................................................31
3.1.1 BatterySafety..................................................................31
3.1.2 RemovingTheBatteryPack....................................................31
3.1.2.1 BatterySwapTime...................................................31
3.1.3 ChargingTheBattery ..........................................................32
3.1.3.1 ChargersAndDocking Stations......................................32
3.2 TheKeyboards .........................................................................33
3.2.1 IkônKeyboards ................................................................33
3.2.2 Locking The Keyboard . . . ......................................................34
3.2.3 ModifierKeys..................................................................34
3.2.3.1 ActivatingModifierKeys............................................35
3.2.3.2 Locking ModifierKeys ..............................................35
3.2.4 The Keys.......................................................................35
3.2.5 The Numeric Keyboard: Accessing Alpha Keys ................................36
3.2.6 The KeypadBacklight..........................................................38
3.3 TheDisplay.............................................................................38
3.3.1 Adjusting TheDisplayBacklight...............................................38
3.3.2 CalibratingTheTouchscreen...................................................38
3.4 Ikôn Rugged PDA Indicators ...........................................................39
3.4.1 LEDs...........................................................................40
3.4.2 AudioIndicators ...............................................................41
3.4.3 OnscreenIndicators ............................................................41
3.5 Monitoring TheBatteryAndMaximizingRunTime....................................43
3.5.1 StoringBatteries................................................................44
3.6 UploadingDataInADockingStation...................................................45
3.7 Bluetooth Radio ........................................................................45
3.7.1 Pairing A Bluetooth Headset Or Other Bluetooth Device........................45
3.8 InsertingThemicroSD AndSIMCards.................................................46
3.8.1 InsertingTheCards ............................................................46
3.9 GeneralMaintenance ...................................................................47
3.9.1 CaringForTheTouchscreen ...................................................47
3.9.2 Cleaning The Ikôn . ............................................................47
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0
4.1 Navigating In Windows CE 5.0 . . ......................................................51
4.1.1 NavigatingUsingATouchscreenAndStylus...................................51
4.1.2 Navigating Using The Keyboard ...............................................51

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4.2 WorkingWithFiles,FoldersAndPrograms.............................................53
4.3 TheStartupDesktop....................................................................53
4.3.1 TheDesktopIcons .............................................................54
4.3.2 The Taskbar....................................................................55
4.3.2.1 UsingTheTaskbar...................................................56
4.3.2.2 CustomizingTheTaskbar ............................................56
4.4 TheStartMenu.........................................................................58
4.4.1 The Desktop....................................................................59
4.4.2 SecuritySettings ...............................................................60
4.4.3 Programs.......................................................................62
4.4.4 Shortcuts.......................................................................63
4.4.5 Settings ........................................................................65
4.4.6 Run ............................................................................66
4.4.7 Shutdown ......................................................................66
4.5 UsingA DialogBox....................................................................67
Chapter 5: Configuration
5.1 RemoteDesktopConnection ...........................................................77
5.2 TheTekTermApplication...............................................................77
5.3 The ControlPanel ......................................................................77
5.4 ControlPanelIcons.....................................................................78
5.5 Basic Setup.............................................................................82
5.5.1 AppLaunchKeys..............................................................82
5.5.2 Display Properties..............................................................84
5.5.2.1 DisplayBacklight....................................................84
5.5.2.2 DisplayAppearance..................................................86
5.5.3 KeyboardProperties............................................................86
5.5.3.1 Key Repeat ..........................................................87
5.5.3.2 Sequence ............................................................88
5.5.3.3 KeyboardBacklight..................................................89
5.5.3.4 KeyboardOneShotModes...........................................90
5.5.3.5 KeyboardMacroKeys ...............................................91
5.5.3.6 Unicode Mapping....................................................93
5.5.3.7 ScancodeRemapping ................................................94
5.5.3.8 LockSequence.......................................................97
5.5.4 Volume And Sound Properties . . ...............................................98
5.5.4.1 VolumeAdjustments.................................................99
5.5.4.2 SoundAdjustments ..................................................99
5.5.5 PowerManagementProperties ................................................100

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5.5.5.1 BatteryCapacity ....................................................100
5.5.5.2 PowerSavingSuspend..............................................101
5.5.5.3 SuspendThresholdAndEstimatedBatteryBackup..................102
5.5.5.4 Advanced...........................................................103
5.5.5.5 Devices.............................................................104
5.5.5.6 GPS.................................................................104
5.5.6 StylusProperties ..............................................................105
5.5.6.1 Double-Tap .........................................................105
5.5.6.2 Calibration..........................................................105
5.5.6.3 Touch...............................................................106
5.5.7 Manage Triggers ..............................................................106
5.5.7.1 TriggerMappings...................................................107
5.5.7.2 AddAndEditTriggerMapping.....................................108
5.5.8 Certificates ...................................................................110
5.6 Bluetooth ..............................................................................111
5.6.1 Bluetooth Setup ...............................................................111
5.6.1.1 Devices.............................................................112
5.6.1.2 Headset.............................................................115
5.6.1.3 Servers .............................................................116
5.6.1.4 Outgoing ...........................................................116
5.6.1.5 ActiveConn. .......................................................117
5.6.1.6 Properties ..........................................................118
5.6.1.7 Search For ..........................................................119
5.6.2 The Bluetooth GPRSWANConnection.......................................119
5.7 Total Recall. . . .........................................................................124
5.7.1 CreatingABackupProfile.....................................................125
5.7.2 RestoringA Profile............................................................129
5.8 TweakIT...............................................................................129
5.8.1 Advanced Interface And Network .............................................130
5.8.2 AdvancedServicesSettings ...................................................131
5.8.3 UserDisplaySettings..........................................................132
5.8.4 UserSystemSettings..........................................................132
5.8.5 RegistryEditor................................................................133
5.9 Error Reporting........................................................................133
5.10 TeklogixErrorHandlingService.......................................................134
5.10.1 ErrorLogInfo..................................................................134
5.11 TheStorageManager..................................................................135
5.11.1 Formatting AMemoryCard...................................................135
5.11.2 Creating Partitions.............................................................136

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5.11.3 PartitionManagement.........................................................137
5.12 IPv6Support...........................................................................139
5.13 Teklogix Imagers ......................................................................140
5.13.1 ConfiguringTheImage CapturePresets .......................................140
5.13.1.1 SelectingACamera.................................................141
5.13.1.2 SettingTheActivePreset ...........................................141
5.13.1.3 ViewingAPreset ...................................................142
5.13.1.4 Creating ACustomPreset...........................................142
5.13.1.5 ModifyingACustomPreset.........................................143
5.13.1.6 RemovingACustomPreset.........................................144
5.13.2 ConfiguringTheBarCodeDecodingCameraPresets..........................145
5.13.2.1 SelectingACamera.................................................146
5.13.2.2 SettingTheActivePreset ...........................................146
5.13.2.3 ViewingAPreset ...................................................146
5.13.2.4 Creating ACustomPreset...........................................147
5.13.2.5 ModifyingACustomPreset.........................................148
5.13.2.6 RemovingACustomPreset.........................................149
5.13.3 Configuring The Bar Code Decoding Symbology Presets. . . ...................149
5.13.3.1 SelectingACamera.................................................150
5.13.3.2 SettingTheActivePreset ...........................................150
5.13.3.3 ViewingAPreset ...................................................151
5.13.3.4 Creating ACustomPreset...........................................151
5.13.3.5 ModifyingACustomPreset.........................................152
5.13.3.6 RemovingACustomPreset.........................................153
5.13.3.7 Working With The My Default Preset...............................154
5.13.4 ManipulatingBarCode Data ..................................................154
5.13.4.1 Modifying A Bar Code Setting ......................................155
5.13.5 ConfiguringTranslationRules.................................................156
5.13.6 ObtainingInformation On the ImagingSystem................................157
5.13.7 ConfiguringFileLocationsForCaptured Images..............................158
5.13.8 ConfiguringTriggers..........................................................160
5.13.8.1 ViewingThe TriggerConfiguration .................................160
5.13.8.2 Adding,Editing,And RemovingTriggers...........................161
5.14 Scanner Settings.......................................................................161
5.14.1 Bar Codes.....................................................................162
5.14.1.1 Scanner.............................................................162
5.14.1.2 RestoringDefaultSettings...........................................163
5.14.2 Decoded (Internal)Scanners...................................................164
5.14.2.1 Options .............................................................164
5.14.2.2 Decoded(Internal) AdvancedOptions...............................165

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5.14.2.3 Decoded (Internal)2DScanningOptions............................167
5.14.2.4 Decoded (Internal)DataOptions....................................167
5.14.2.5 Code39.............................................................168
5.14.2.6 Code128............................................................171
5.14.2.7 EAN13.............................................................171
5.14.2.8 EAN8..............................................................172
5.14.2.9 UPCA..............................................................172
5.14.2.10 UPCE..............................................................173
5.14.2.11 UPC/EANSharedSettings..........................................174
5.14.2.12 Code93.............................................................175
5.14.2.13 Codabar.............................................................175
5.14.2.14 MSIPlessey.........................................................176
5.14.2.15 Interleaved2of5 ...................................................177
5.14.2.16 Discrete2of5 ......................................................178
5.14.2.17 RSSCode...........................................................178
5.14.2.18 Composite ..........................................................179
5.14.2.19 PDF-417............................................................179
5.14.2.20 MicroPDF-417 .....................................................180
5.14.3 Decoded (ISCP)...............................................................181
5.14.3.1 Decoded (ISCP)Options............................................181
5.14.3.2 Decoded (ISCP)AdvancedOptions.................................181
5.14.3.3 Code39.............................................................182
5.14.3.4 Code128............................................................183
5.14.3.5 EAN13Settings....................................................185
5.14.3.6 EAN8..............................................................185
5.14.3.7 UPCASettings.....................................................186
5.14.3.8 UPC E Settings .....................................................186
5.14.3.9 UPC/EANShared Settings..........................................187
5.14.3.10 Code93.............................................................188
5.14.3.11 Codabar.............................................................188
5.14.3.12 MSIPlessey.........................................................189
5.14.3.13 Code11.............................................................190
5.14.3.14 Interleaved2of5 ...................................................190
5.14.3.15 Matrix2of 5........................................................191
5.14.3.16 Discrete2of5 ......................................................191
5.14.3.17 Telepen .............................................................192
5.14.3.18 RSS Code (Reduced Space Symbology). . . ..........................193
5.14.3.19 PDF-417............................................................193
5.14.3.20 MicroPDF-417 .....................................................193
5.14.3.21 Codablock ..........................................................194
5.14.4 Imager ........................................................................195
5.14.4.1 ImagerOptions .....................................................195

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5.14.4.2 ImagerAdvancedOptions...........................................196
5.14.4.3 Code39Settings....................................................199
5.14.4.4 Code128Settings...................................................199
5.14.4.5 EAN13.............................................................199
5.14.4.6 EAN8..............................................................200
5.14.4.7 UPC A..............................................................200
5.14.4.8 UPC E..............................................................200
5.14.4.9 Code93.............................................................200
5.14.4.10 Codabar.............................................................201
5.14.4.11 Interleaved2of5 ...................................................201
5.14.4.12 RSS Code (Reduced Space Symbology). . . ..........................201
5.14.4.13 Composite ..........................................................201
5.14.4.14 PDF-417............................................................201
5.14.4.15 Micro PDF-417 .....................................................202
5.14.4.16 2DData Matrix .....................................................202
5.14.4.17 2DQRCode........................................................202
5.14.4.18 2DMaxicode .......................................................202
5.14.4.19 2DAztec............................................................202
5.14.4.20 Postal:PlaNET......................................................203
5.14.4.21 Postal:PostNET.....................................................203
5.14.4.22 Postal:Australian ...................................................203
5.14.4.23 Postal:Japanese.....................................................203
5.14.4.24 Postal:Korean ......................................................203
5.14.4.25 Postal:Royal........................................................204
5.14.5 Options........................................................................204
5.14.5.1 DoubleClickParameters............................................204
5.14.5.2 Display Parameters..................................................205
5.14.6 Translations ..................................................................206
5.14.6.1 CaseRules..........................................................207
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories
6.1 CarryingAccessories ..................................................................211
6.1.1 Attaching The Handstrap With Tether (Model No. CH6021)...................211
6.1.2 Attaching The Tether (Model No. CH6020) . . .................................216
6.1.3 Protective Carrying Cases .....................................................219
6.2 TheBattery............................................................................219
6.3 AdaptorCableOptions ................................................................219
6.4 Chargers AndDockingStations:GeneralInformation..................................219
6.4.1 ImportantSafetyInstructions..................................................220
6.4.2 Installation: ChargersAndDockingStations...................................221
6.4.3 Power ConsumptionConsiderations...........................................221

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6.5 CH4000 Desktop Docking Station .....................................................222
6.5.1 OperatorControls .............................................................223
6.5.2 Indicators .....................................................................223
6.5.3 Operation .....................................................................223
6.5.3.1 ChargingTheIkônBattery..........................................223
6.5.3.2 ChargingTheSpareBattery.........................................224
6.5.3.3 OperatingTheUSBDock...........................................224
6.5.4 Cleaning The CH4000.........................................................225
6.5.5 Troubleshooting...............................................................226
6.5.5.1 Docking Station Does NotSeemToPowerOn.......................226
6.5.5.2 TheIkônChargeIndicatorLEDStays Off...........................226
6.5.5.3 TheIkônChargeIndicatorLEDIs FastFlashingGreen..............226
6.5.5.4 Spare BatteryLEDFastFlashes GreenWithABatteryInstalled.....226
6.5.5.5 Spare Battery LED Does Not Turn On When A Battery Is Installed..226
6.6 CH4004 Quad Docking Station . . . .....................................................227
6.6.1 OperatorControls .............................................................227
6.6.2 Indicators .....................................................................227
6.6.3 Operation .....................................................................228
6.6.3.1 ChargingTheIkônBattery..........................................228
6.6.3.2 ConnectingToTheEthernetNetwork...............................228
6.6.4 Cleaning The CH4004.........................................................229
6.6.5 Troubleshooting...............................................................230
6.6.5.1 TheIkônChargeIndicatorLEDStays Off...........................230
6.6.5.2 TheIkônChargeIndicatorLEDIs FastFlashingGreen..............230
6.6.5.3 GreenLED OFF When ConnectedToA Network. ..................230
6.6.5.4 Yellow LED OFF When Connected To A 100Base-T Network. .....230
6.6.5.5 PoweredAdaptorLEDStaysOff....................................230
6.7 AC WallAdaptor:ModelNo.PS1050-G1............................................230
6.8 Automotive Power Adaptor: Model No. CH3050 ......................................231
6.9 The CH1000 Non-Powered Vehicle Cradle ............................................232
6.9.1 ImportantInstructions.........................................................233
6.9.2 VehicleCradleOperation......................................................233
6.9.2.1 OperatorControls...................................................233
6.9.2.2 Indicators ...........................................................233
6.9.2.3 Placing The IkônInTheVehicleCradle.............................233
6.9.2.4 Removing The Ikôn From The Vehicle Cradle.......................234
6.9.3 CH1000 Vehicle Cradle Mounting Recommendations .........................234
6.9.3.1 MountingTemplate .................................................234
6.9.4 Cleaning The CH1000 Vehicle Cradle. . .......................................235
6.10 The CH1005A Powered Vehicle Cradle. . ..............................................236

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6.10.1 CH1005A Vehicle Cradle Mounting Recommendations .......................238
6.10.1.1 MountingTemplate .................................................239
6.10.2 Cable Arrangement............................................................239
6.10.3 ElectricalRequirements .......................................................239
6.10.3.1 WiringVehiclePowerToTheCradle................................240
6.10.4 USBAndSerialConnections..................................................241
6.10.5 UsingTheVehicleCradle.....................................................242
6.10.6 MaintainingTheVehicleCradle...............................................242
6.11 ScannersAndImagers.................................................................242
6.11.1 Scanning Techniques..........................................................243
6.11.2 Troubleshooting ...............................................................243
6.11.3 OperatingOneDimensional(1D)LaserScanners..............................244
6.11.4 OperatingTwoDimensional(2D)Imagers ....................................244
6.12 Bluetooth Peripherals..................................................................245
Chapter 7: Specifications
7.1 Ikôn Rugged PDA Specifications (Model No. 7505) . . .................................249
7.1.1 Hardware......................................................................249
7.1.2 Software ......................................................................251
7.1.3 WirelessCommunication......................................................251
7.1.4 Bar CodeApplications(optional)..............................................252
7.1.5 Camera (optional).............................................................252
7.1.6 Accessories . ..................................................................252
7.1.7 Approvals.....................................................................253
7.2 RadioSpecifications...................................................................253
7.2.1 802.11b/gWLANRadio ......................................................253
7.2.2 Siemens MC75GSM/GPRS/EDGERadio ....................................254
7.2.3 SiemensHC25UMTSModem................................................255
7.2.4 Bluetooth Radio...............................................................258
7.3 Lithium-IonBattery5000 mAhSpecifications.........................................258
7.4 Scanner/ImagerSpecifications.........................................................259
7.4.1 SE955HPSpecifications......................................................259
7.4.1.1 SE 955HP Decode Zone ............................................260
7.4.2 EV15ImagerSpecifications...................................................260
7.4.2.1 EV15 ImagerDecodeZone .........................................261
7.4.3 SX5400* Imager Specifications . ..............................................262
7.4.3.1 SX5400 Imager Performance. .......................................263

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Appendix A: Port Pinouts
A.1 Docking Port Pinout . ................................................................. A-1
A.2 Audio Port Pinout..................................................................... A-2
A.3 DC INPort Pinout.................................................................... A-3
A.4 Battery 5000 mAh (CH3000): Contact Pinout. . . ...................................... A-3
Appendix B: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)
B.1 WirelessWAN.........................................................................B-3
B.1.1 TaskbarIcons .................................................................B-3
B.1.2 Establishing AConnection ....................................................B-4
B.1.3 AdvancedInformation.........................................................B-6
B.1.4 ToolsMenu ...................................................................B-8
B.1.5 SMSMenu.................................................................. B-17
B.1.6 Voice........................................................................ B-18
B.2 PowerMode......................................................................... B-19
Appendix C: SCU For 802.11b/g Radio
C.1 SCU Tabs..............................................................................C-3
C.1.1 MainTab......................................................................C-3
C.1.2 ProfileTab....................................................................C-4
C.1.3 StatusTab.....................................................................C-9
C.1.4 DiagsTab.....................................................................C-9
C.1.5 GlobalTab ................................................................. C-10

Ikôn Rugged PDA (Windows CE 5.0) User Manual 1
INTRODUCTION 1
1.1 About This Manual ....................................3
1.2 Text Conventions .....................................4
1.3 Ikôn Rugged PDA Features ...............................4

Chapter 1: Introduction
About This Manual
Ikôn Rugged PDA (Windows CE 5.0) User Manual 3
1.1 About This Manual
This manual describes how to configure, operate and maintain the Psion Teklogix Ikôn
Rugged PDA.
Chapter 1: Introduction
provides a basic overview of Ikôn.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout
describes the steps required to get the Ikôn ready for operation, including setting
up your 802.11b/g radio.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Ikôn
describes Ikôn features and outlines how to charge and maintain the battery.
This chapter also provides a description of the keyboard, how to navigate in
Microsoft®Windows®CE 5.0, and so on.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0
describes the Microsoft Windows CE 5.0 desktop and how to use it. This
chapter also outlines the basics of moving around a Microsoft Windows CE 5.0
window, selecting and opening icons, files, folders and working with a Windows
dialog box.
Chapter 5: Configuration
describes the Microsoft Windows CE 5.0 Control Panel and how to use it to
configure the Ikôn, along with attached scanners, and so on.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories
describes the peripherals and accessories available for your Ikôn.
Chapter 7: Specifications
lists Ikôn, radio, scanner, and battery specifications.
Appendix A: Port Pinouts
describes Ikôn pinouts.
Appendix B: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)
describes WWAN configuration information (GPRS radio Model No. RA3030).
Appendix C: SCU For 802.11b/g Radio
provides detailed descriptions of the Summit Client Utility menus.

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Te x t Co n v e n ti o n s
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1.2 Text Conventions
1.3 Ikôn Rugged PDA Features
Ikôn is a ruggedized PDA running the Microsoft Windows CE 5.0 operating system. It is in-
tended for use in commercial and light industrial applications with a focus on real time
wireless data transactions. All possible bar code input methodologies are supported by one
of a variety of scanners available. Optimization for specific operational environments is sup-
ported with a wide range of peripheral options and carrying accessories.
Note: Notes highlight additional helpful information.
Important: These statements provide particularly important instructions or additional
information that is critical to the operation of the equipment.
Warning: These statements provide critical information that may prevent physical
injury, equipment damage or data loss.
Important: For all safety, regulatory and warranty information, refer to the Ikôn
Rugged PDA Regulatory & Warranty Guide, PN 8000148.
Note: For complete Ikôn Rugged PDA specifications, refer to “Specifications” on
page 247.

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Figure 1.1 Ikôn Rugged PDA
Platform
• XScale PXA270 @ 624 MHz, 32 bit RISC CPU.
• 128 MB flash, 128 MB RAM.
Operating System
• Microsoft Windows CE 5.0.
Multi-Media Chipset
• NVIDIAGoForce 4000 Multi-Media Processor.
User Interface
• Colour Touch Screen Display 9.39 cm (3.7 in.) diagonal.
- Full VGA 480x640 resolution.
- Transflective, portrait mode TFT.

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- Adjustable Backlight.
• Touchscreen.
- Passive stylus or finger operation.
- Signature capture.
• Keyboards.
- Full Aphanumeric
- Numeric, with or without Phone option.
- Ergonomically enhanced for ambidextrous, one-hand operation.
- Backlit, high durability hard-capped keys.
Wireless Communication
Optional expansion modules for:
• 802.11b/g (proprietary module) operating in the 2.4GHz band.
- Supports IEEE 802.11b data rates of 1, 2, 5.5, and 11 Mbps using Direct Sequence
Spread Spectrum (DSSS).
- Supports IEEE 802.11g data rates of 6, 9, 12, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps, using Orthag-
onal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) base band modulation.
• GSM/GPRS EDGE (via expansion interface).
- Quad-Band – 850/900/1800/1900.
-VoiceandData.
- GPRS Class B, Multi-Slot Class 12.
- EGPRS Class B, Multi-Slot Class 12.
Integrated Bluetooth®class 2, ver 2.0
• Supports Enhanced Data Rate (EDR) for up to 3 Mbps data rate.
• Supports Advanced Frequency Hopping (AFH) for reduced interference with
802.11b/g radio.
Note: 802.11b/g, GSM, and Bluetooth are available simultaneously.

Ikôn Rugged PDA (Windows CE 5.0) User Manual 7
BASIC CHECKOUT 2
2.1FeaturesOfTheIkônRuggedPDA...........................9
2.2 Preparing The Ikôn Rugged PDA For Operation . ..................11
2.2.1TheBattery.................................. 11
2.3TurningTheIkônOnAndOff............................. 11
2.3.1InstallingTheBattery ............................11
2.3.2 Switching The Ikôn On. . . .........................11
2.3.3 Switching The Ikôn Off . . .........................12
2.4CalibratingTheTouchscreen..............................13
2.5ConfiguringTheSummit802.11b/g..........................13
2.5.1 Summit Client Utility (SCU) For 802.11b/g Radio . ............14
2.5.2AssigningTheIPAddress..........................14
2.5.3NameServersTab..............................16
2.5.4UsingTheSCUToConnectToTheWLAN.................17
2.5.4.1SSID.................................18
2.5.4.2EAPType..............................18
2.5.4.3Encryption..............................18
2.6CheckingTheScanner.................................19
2.7DataTransferBetweenThePCAndTheIkôn.....................19
2.7.1UsingMicrosoftActiveSync.........................20
2.7.2UsingWindowsVista ............................20
2.8 Voice – Using The Phone Dialer . . . .........................20
2.8.1DialingANumber..............................21
2.8.2VoiceMenu..................................22
2.8.3FileMenu–PhonebookManagement....................24
2.9ResettingTheIkôn...................................26
2.9.1PerformingAColdReset...........................27
2.9.2PerformingAWarmReset..........................27