Unitech PA520 User manual

Rugged Mobile Computer
- PA520 -
Quick Reference Guide
400891G Version 1.0
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* The adapter’s replaceable clip plugs is available, depending on the region.
PA520 Product Introduction & Accessory Kit
After opening the box, ensure the following accessories for the PA520 are
present:
PA520 Terminal Power Adapter* Battery Pack
Wrist Strap USB charging cable USB docking station
(optional)
QRG/UM CD-ROM

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1 Barcode laser scanner
(optional)
2 Status indicator
3 Power button
4 LCD touch screen
5 Keypad
6 (Reserved)
7 Left scanner trigger key
8 Cord holder
PA520 Front View
PA520 Rear View
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9 MicroSD
10 Speaker
11 Battery release latch
12 Reset button
13 Main battery
14 Universal connector
15 Right scanner trigger key
16 Stylus
Installing the Battery
WARNING! Thereisariskofreandburnsifthebatterypackishandled
improperly. DO NOT disassemble, crush, puncture, short external
contacts,ordisposethebatterypackinreorwater.DONOT
attempt to open or service the battery pack. Dispose of used
batteries according to the local recycling guidelines in your area.
A backup battery cell is embedded into your device to prevent data loss when
the removable battery pack is removed or completely discharged. The backup
battery will keep the data and system settings up to 1 hour if the main battery
is removed.
NOTE: To enable the internal battery cell to provide backup power supply,
charge your device with the main battery pack for at least three and a
half hours.
1. Positionthebatterypack,makingsurethebatterypacktstheshapeofthe
battery compartment.
2. Slide the battery pack into the battery bay. The battery pack locks to the
chassis with an audible click.
3. If you remove the main battery and plug it back before the backup battery
lost power, PA520 will be warm start.
4. If you remove the main battery and plug it back after the backup battery lost
power, PA520 will be clean booted.

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Charging the Battery
For initial use, you need to charge your device for about 16 hours. After that,
you can charge it everyday to recharge the battery to full capacity. You can
charge your device using the USB charging cable or the docking station.
CAUTION! OperatingthePA520forthersttimewithouttheACadapter,and
without fully charging the backup battery may result in loss of data
stored in RAM memory.
NOTE: Data you entered may not be properly stored until the internal backup
battery has been fully charged.
To charge the device using the USB charging cable:
1. Attach the clip plug to the AC adapter, if necessary. Slide the replaceable
clip plug into the AC adapter until it locks into place with an audible click.
2. Press and hold the connector button on the
USB charging cable and connect it to the
PA520 (1).
3. Plug the AC adapter cable into the power
jack on the USB charging cable (2).
4. Connect the AC adapter into an electrical
outlet (3).
To charge the device using the docking station:
1. Plug the AC adapter cable into the
power jack on the docking station.
2. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical
outlet.
3. Slide the device into the docking station
until it clicks into place.

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The connection is secure when the bottom edge of the device is aligned
smoothly with the docking station, and the LED indicator on the docking sand
device lights up red.
LED status during charging:
– Solid red: Charging
– Solid green: Charging complete
If the battery level becomes low, astatus icon appears on the device screen
indicating low or very low battery status. In both cases, perform an
ActiveSync opetion to back up yourata, and then recharge your device asoon
as possible. If the battery level reaches a low status, the device will entera
sleep mode and cannot be powered up until the battery is charged. Windows
Mobile 5.0 devices will retain installed applications and data when the main
battery is completely drained for extended periods of time.
Turning ON the PA520 for the First Time
After you have initially charged your device for about 16 hours, the device is
ready to be used. You can now start up your device where you can calibrate
the screen, set up the system time zone, and learn some basic stylus usage.
1. Turn on your device by pressing the Power button on the front panel.
NOTE: ThePA520screenshipswithaprotectiveplasticlm.Youmayremove
it by peeling from one corner. The screen will be more susceptible to
scratchingwithoutthelm,butwillbemorereadable.
The unitech PA520 welcome screen appears. The Windows Mobile screen
will appear shortly.

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2. Calibrate the PA520
The calibrate screen will automatically appear when the unit is powered-
onforthersttimeorafterthesystemisreset.Thisscreencanalsobe
accessedatanytimebytappingStart→Settings→Systemtab→Screen.
The PA520 will prompt you to calibrate the unit by tapping a sequence of
screenlocations.Tapgentlybutrmly.Whenyouhavecompletedtheseries
of taps, press the Enterbuttontoconrmit.
3. Set the Time Zone, Date, and Time
Select your current time zone from the Time zone drop-down menu, and
then tap Next.
4. Follow all onscreen instructions to complete the set up. The setup wizard
provides tips for using the pop-up menus and assign a lock password to
access your device.
After the device setup, you can create an ActiveSync partnership to
synchronize information between your computer and your device. See
Establishing Device-PC Connection in chapter 3 for detailed instructions.
Using the MicroSD Slot
Your device has an expansion slot compatible with a MicroSD cards, which are
primarilyusedtobackuportransferlesanddata.
T0 Insert a Storage Card:
1. Hold the device securely, and then remove the battery from the battery
compartment.

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2. Lift the rubber cover form the MicroSD slot , then push the card into the
slot.
To Remove a Storage Card:
1. Hold the device securely, and then remove the battery from the battery
compartment.
2. Remove the card from the slot.
No. Button Name Description
1 Navigation key Use the up and left arrow keys to navigate through the menu
options.
2 FUNC Press the FUNC button to operate blue symbol function
3 ESC Press the ESC button to exit from the section you entered
4 Navigation key Use the down and right arrow keys to navigate through the
menu options.
5 ALPHA Press the ALPHA button to operate orange letters
6 ENT Press the ENT button to access the menu options and
conrmyourselection.
Using the Keypad
The PA520 keypad has a navigation key and six special keys to launch
particular applications and display the on-screen keyboard.
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