Symbol PPT 8800 User manual

PPT 8800

PPT 8800
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Quick Reference
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of Symbol Technologies’ PPT
8800 Series terminal! Its unique combination of features make this
product superior for use in a wide range of applications. These
features include:
• Small rugged lightweight form factor
•Microsoft
®Embedded Windows®CE .NET operating system
• RF communication via Symbol’s Spectrum24®wireless net-
work or Bluetooth™
• Printing support
• Scanning capability
• Standard 6-key and 15-key keypad configurations
• Transflective color LCD display.
About This Guide
This guide describes how to set up and use the terminal. The term
PPT 8800 Series refers to the batch, Spectrum24 and Bluetooth
versions of the terminal. Specific topics covered include:
•Accessories on page 2
•Parts of the Terminal on page 3
•Getting Started on page 5
•Resetting the Terminal on page 13
•Host Communications on page 15
•Attaching the Neck Strap on page 16
•Maintenance on page 17
•Troubleshooting on page 17
•Regulatory Information on page 21
•Warranty on page 25
•Service Information on backcover.

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The PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded
Windows®CE .NET (p/n 72E-58094-XX) details the applications
available for the terminal. For the latest version of this guide, visit:
http://www.symbol.com/manuals.
Accessories
The following optional accessories will be available from Symbol:
• Spare lithium-ion rechargeable battery
• Large capacity lithium-ion rechargeable battery kit
• Single-Slot Serial Cradle
• Four-Slot Serial Cradle
• Four-Slot Ethernet Cradle
• Holster(s) or case
• Stylus or tethered stylus
• Wall-charging cable
• Serial Charging Cable
• Universal Cable Cup for attachable cables:
- Printer cable options
- DEX cable
- Auto charging cable
• Pistol Grip Handle
• Magnetic Strip Reader
• Vehicle Cradle.

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Parts of the Terminal
F3 F4
F2
F1
Keypad
RightScan
Trigger
Scan LED
LCD Display
Scan Window
Stylus Silo
Infrared Port
Handstrap

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Parts of the Terminal (continued)
Locking
Screw
Speaker
Neckstrap/
Handstrap
Connector
Handstrap Connectors
Reset Button
Battery
Compartment
Battery Cover
Serial Port
Tether
Microphone

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Quick Reference
Getting Started
Before using the PPT 8800, perform the basic setup procedures:
• Install and charge the main battery and backup battery
• Start the terminal
• Initiate the network connection.
Installing the Battery
Note: Also use the following procedures for installing the op-
tional large capacity lithium-ion battery and battery
cover.
1. Turn the locking screw counterclockwise until the battery
cover releases from the terminal.
2. Lift the battery cover away from the terminal.
3. Insert the battery in the battery compartment with the battery
tether positioned as shown, ensuring that the battery snaps
into place.
Tether

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4. Replace the battery cover by inserting the top first, then
pressing the bottom in firmly.
5. Turn the locking screw clockwise to secure the cover to the
terminal.
Charging the Battery
Note: To charge the battery for your mobile device, battery
and charger temperatures must be between +32° F
and +104° F (0° C to +40° C).
Before using your terminal for the first time, charge the main
battery in the terminal for approximately 2 1/2 hours, using a
cradle or the serial charging cable.
Your terminal is equipped with a memory backup battery which
automatically charges from the fully-charged main battery. This
backup battery retains data in memory when the terminal’s battery
is removed, and takes about 24 hoursto charge when you first use
your terminal.
Note: If the main battery is removed before the backup bat-
tery is fully charged, data may be lost. For this reason,
DO NOT remove the battery within the first 24 hours of
use.

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Charging the Battery Using the Serial Charging Cable
Charge the main battery using the Serial Charging Cable. The
battery charges in approximately 2 1/2 hours.
Charging the Battery Using a Cradle
Note: To ensure the quickest charging time, turn the terminal
off while charging.
Charge the main battery using the UBC Adapter or the CRD 8800
Single-Slot Cradle. The battery charges in approximately 2 1/2
hours.Formore information, seethesetup instructionsinthe CRD
8800 Single-Slot Cradle Quick Reference Guide.
Charging a Spare Battery
Charge a spare battery using the UBC Adapter or the CRD 8800
Single-Slot Cradle. For more information on charging with the
cradle, see the setup instructions in the CRD 8800 Single-Slot
Cradle Quick Reference Guide.
F3 F4
F2
F1
SerialCharging
Cable

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Starting the Terminal
Press the button to turn on the terminal. If the terminal does
not power on, perform a hard reset. See Performing a Hard Reset
on page 13.
As the terminal initializes its unique Flash File system, the Symbol
splash screen displays for about a minute followed by the
calibrationscreen. Note that thesescreensalso appear everytime
you perform a hard reset.
Calibrating the Screen
To calibrate the screen so the cursor on the touch screen aligns
with the tip of your stylus:
1. Remove the stylus from its storage silo on the back of the ter-
minal.
2. Carefully press and briefly hold the tip of stylus on the center
of each target that appears on the screen.
Note: To re-calibrate the screen at anytime, press +
on a 15-key terminal or press + on a
Standard 6-key terminal to launch the calibration
screen application.