Symbol WSS 1000 User manual

WSS 1000
Quick Reference

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Introduction
The WSS 1000 is a wearabledataentry systemconsisting of
a laser bar code scanner (RS 1) worn on the operator’s
fingers, and a wrist computer (WWC 1000) worn on the
operator’s forearm.
The detachable components work equally well for right-
and left-handed individuals. Detachable personal mounts
allow multiple operators to share both ring scanner and
wrist computer without having to use the same mount.
About This Guide
This guide presents information on system components,
assembling the system, battery installation and charging,
attaching the system, using the keyboard and scanner, and
disassembly for use by others.

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Parts of the WSS 1000 System
Keyboard
Display
Speaker
Battery
Latch
Power
Switch
Battery
Charging
Contacts
Lithium-Ion
Battery
WWC 1000 Top
WWC 1000 (Wrist Computer) Front
Adjustable
Straps Snap-On
Bar
WWC 1000 Wrist Mount

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Scan
Window
Scan
Trigger
Mount Release
Button
Scan/Decode LED
Interface Port
RS 1 (Ring Scanner) Front
RS 1 Back
RS 1 Moun
Ring Mount Straps

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Installing and Charging the Battery
The wrist computer and scanner are powered by a
Lithium-Ion battery pack. The pack provides power for a
typical 8-hour shift.
Note: Before using the wrist computer, install and ful-
ly charge the Lithium-Ion battery pack.
To install the battery pack in the WWC 1000:
1. Insert the battery pack, base first, in the battery
compartment.
2. Line up the pack’s locking mechanism with the
notch inthe battery compartment wall by slidingthe
battery latch, and press the pack into place.
3. Release the battery latch to lock in place.
Battery
Latch
Notch
Battery
Compartment
BatteryPack
Base

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Charging the Battery in WWC 1000
To charge the Lithium-Ion battery in the WWC 1000:
1. Place the WWC 1000 in the cradle as shown below:
2. The cradle’s CHARGING light illuminates (RED) if
the WWC 1000 is properly seated and the battery is
charging.
3. Thebatteryrequires approximately 2hoursto charge
fully. The CHARGING light changes to GREEN
when the battery is fully charged.
4. To remove the WWC 1000 from the cradle, tilt the
WWC 1000 upward and pull out.
Formore information on the CS 1000 Cradle,refer to
the CS 1000 4-Slot Cradle QRG, p/n 70-17661-0X.

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Charging the Spare Battery
Spare battery packs can be charged separate from the
WWC 1000. To charge a spare battery pack in the cradle:
1. Insert the pack in the cradle’s spare charging slot.
2. The CHARGING light illuminates red.
3. The spare pack is charged in approximately two
hours, even if the WWC 1000 is charging at the same
time. The CHARGING light changes to green when
the battery is fully charged.

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Assembling the WSS 1000 System
To assemble the WWC 1000 (wrist computer):
1. Place the WWC 1000 wrist computer onto the wrist
mount, facing you. Be sure the mount is oriented so
that the longer strap will be further up the forearm.
2. Snap the bar over the WWC 1000 using the snaps on
either side of the mount. The straight part of the bar
should lay across the front of the WWC 1000; the
curved part in back.

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Note: Thesnaps on the wrist mount act as a tear-away
device allowing the wrist computer to detach
from the mount if it catches on an object.
To assemble the RS 1 (ring scanner):
1. Adjust the strap of the ring mount to fit your right or
left index and middle fingers:
a. Slip the mount onto your right or left index and
middle fingers, oriented so the trigger is next to
your thumb.
b. If necessary, adjustthe strap so thatthe mount fits
comfortably.
c. Remove the mount.

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2. Insert the ring scanner in the ring mount, depending
on right- or left-handed use.
a. Determine whether the scanner will be used on
the right or left arm.
b. Orient the ring scanner to the mount so that the
trigger is next to the operator’s thumb.
c. Slide the ring scanner backwards into the mount.
3. Plug the cable connector from the WWC 1000 in the
interface port on the back of the ring scanner,with
the arrow on the top of the cable facing up.

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Place the WSS 1000 system on your arm:
1. Slide thewrist mount on your arm, so that the WWC
1000 wrist computer faces you.
2. Pull the straps through the buckles so the wrist
mount is secure but not tight.
3. Use the Velcro to secure the straps.

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4. Slide theringmount andscanneronyour right orleft
index and middle fingers with the trigger next to
your thumb.

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Power
Once the battery pack is fully charged, you areready to use
the wrist computer.
To power the wrist computeron, press the power switch on
top of the WWC 1000.
Display Light and Contrast
To turn the display light and keypad backlight on, press
LAMP (Left Alpha and Help). To adjust the contrast:
•pressFUNC and SPACE to darken the contrast,
•pressFUNC and BKSP to lighten the contrast.

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Communicating with the Host
Using the Cradle
The CS 1000 cradle is used to perform communications
with a host PC. To set up the cradle for operation:
1. Plug one end of a null modem cable (p/n 59846-03-
00) into the communications port located on the left
end of the cradle.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the host
computer’s serial (COMM) port.
3. Provide power to the cradle by plugging the power
supply’sround connector into the power port on the
cradle and the other end of the power cable in an
electrical outlet.
4. Insert the WWC 1000 in the cradle (the ring scanner
can be attached).
5. Start the communications program as detailed in the
WSS 1000 Product Reference Guide.
Radio Communications
Wireless communication withthe host is available through
the Spectrum Oneradio network. For information on
performing radio communications, refer to the WSS 1000
Product Reference Guide.

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Data Entry
Using the Keyboard
The keyboard consists of two types of keys: alphanumeric
character keys and modifier keys. Most keys are self-
explanatory. Some guidelines for using the keyboard
include:
• Press keys one at a time. Pressing two keys
simultaneously produces an error.
• The default keyboard produces numbers; to
produce letters, press the left Alpha Shift and the
appropriate key to produce the letters in purple,
and the right Alpha Shift to produce the letters in
green, as shown below.
Right Alpha Shift
Left Alpha Shift

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• Use the modifier keys, FUNC, SHIFT, and CTRL, in
combination with the character keys to produce
other characters or to issue commands. Refer to
documentation for your application for more
information.
• Cursor position is controlled by the Up Arrow,
Down Arrow, Left Arro , and Right Arrow keys.
Using the Ring Scanner
1. Power the WSS 1000 system and scanner on by
pressing the scanner’s trigger or the WWC 1000
power button.
2. Aim the scanner at the bar code, at a slight angle.
3. Adjust the thin,red laser beamto cover the entirebar
code.
RIGHT
012345
WRONG
012345

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Optimal scanningdistance varies withbar code den-
sity and scanner optics, butmostcombinationswork
within 4 to 10 inches. Generally:
• Hold the scanner farther away for larger
symbols.
• Move the scanner closer for symbols with bars that
are close together.
• Do not hold the scanner directly over the bar code
being scanned. In this position, light may bounce
back into the scanner’s exit window and prevent a
successful decode.
4. Press the trigger.
The Scan/Decode LED flashes green to indicate a
successful decode. The WWC 1000 may also beep.
Note: Theprocedure for yourscannermay differfrom
the one listed above. Scanner use depends on
the application.

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Removing the Ring Mount
The ring scanner can be detached from the ring mount, for
use by other operators.
To detach the ring scanner:
1. Detach the cable from the back of the ring scanner
2. Press down lightly on the mount release button.
3. Slide the scanner forward off the mount.
Press down

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Removing the WWC 1000 from the
Mount
The WWC 1000 can be removed from the wrist mount for
use by other operators.
To remove the WWC 1000:
1. Detach the cable connection to ring scanner.
2. Unsnap the bar securing the wrist computer
3. Lift the WWC 1000 out of the mount.