Unitech PA692 User manual

Rugged Handheld Computer
- PA692 -
User's Manual
400979G_Version 1.0
© 2014 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.

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This manual explains how to install, operate and maintain the PA692 Rugged
Handheld Computer.
No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form, or by
any electrical or mechanical means, such as photocopying, recording, or
information storage and retrieval systems, without permission in writing from
the manufacturer. The material in this manual is subject to change without
notice
© 2014 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
Unitech global website address: http://www.ute.com
Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG.
Microsoft, Windows and ActiveSync are either
registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation. Other product names mentioned
in this manual may be trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies and are
hereby acknowledged.
About This Manual
Preface
Unitech is a member of Oracle Embedded Software
Licensing Program.
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth
SIG, Inc.

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Regulatory Compliance Statements
FCC Warning Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference with radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference with radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
1. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
2. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with FCC RF
exposure requirements, avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna
during transmitting.
3. Anychangesormodications(includingtheantennas)madetothisdevice
that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Operation on the 5.15 - 5.25GHz frequency band is restricted to indoor use
only. The FCC requires indoor use for the 5.15-5.25GHz band to reduce the
potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite Systems.
Therefore, it will only transmit on the 5.25-5.35 GHz, 5.47-5.725 GHz and 5.725
–5.850GHzbandwhenassociatedwithanaccesspoint(AP).

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FCC Label Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
RF Radiation Exposure Statement
For body contact during operation, this phone has been tested and meets
FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with an accessory that contains no
metal and that positions the handset a minimum of 1.5 cm from the body.
Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure
guidelines.
Canadian Compliance Statement
This Class B Digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte les exigences du Reglement
sur le material broilleur du Canada.
European Conformity Statement
Declaration of Conformity with regards to the R&TTE 1999/5/EC and EMC
89/336/ EEC directives.
RoHS Statement
ThisdeviceconformstoRoHS(ReductionOfHazardousSubstances)
European Union regulations that set maximum
concentration limits on hazardous materials used in
electrical and electronic equipment.

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TaiwanNCC Warning Statement
交通部電信總局低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法 (930322)
根據交通部低功率管理辦法規定：
第十二條 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者
均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
第十四條 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有
干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合
法通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。
低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電
機設備之干擾。
Laser Information
TheUnitechPA692seriesiscertiedintheU.S.toconformtotherequirements
of DHHS/CDRH 21CFR Subchapter J and to the requirements of IEC 825-1.
Class II and Class 2 products are not considered to be hazardous. The PA692
seriescontainsinternallyaVisibleLaserDiode(VLD)whoseemissionsdonot
exceed the maximum limits as set forth in the above regulations. The scanner
is designed so that there is no human access to harmful laser light during
normal operation, user maintenance or prescribed service operations.
The laser safety warning label required by the DHHS/IEC for the PA692 series'
optional laser scanner module is located on the memory compartment cover,
on the back of the unit.
CAUTION! Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other
thanthosespeciedhereinmayresultinhazardouslaserlight.
Use of optical instruments with the scanner, including binoculars,
microscopes, and magnifying glasses, with will increase eye
damage. This does not include eyeglasses worn by the user.

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Battery Notices
The PA692 is equipped with a Lithium-Ion battery pack and a Ni-Mh backup
battery. Both batteries will discharge after an extended period of no use.
When both batteries are discharged, recharge the unit for 12 hours in order to
fully charge the main battery and backup battery. Recharge the PA692 battery
by doing the following:
1. Plug the USB charging cable into the PA692 and plug the 5V/3A AC-DC
adapter into the power jack of the USB charging cable.
2. Place the PA692 into the docking station and plug the 5V/3A AC-DC adapter
into the power jack of the docking station.
If the main battery is removed, the backup battery ensures the data on
SDRAM is safe for up to 2 hours. To prevent data loss, do not leave the PA692
uncharged with the main battery removed for an extended period. See the
Charging the Battery unit on for more details.
NOTE: To guarantee optimal performance, it is advised that rechargeable
batteries be replaced every year, or when 500 charge/discharge cycles
are achieved. It is normal that the battery balloons or expands beyond
one year or the maximum of 500 cycles. Although it does not cause
harm, it cannot be used again and must be disposed of according to
the location's safe battery disposal procedures.
If the performance decrease is greater than 20% in a Lithium-Ion
battery, the battery is at the end of its life cycle. Do not continue to use,
and ensure the battery is disposed of properly.
The length of time that a battery lasts depends on the battery type and how the
device is used. Conserve the battery life by doing the following:
•Avoid frequent full discharges because this places additional strain on the
battery. Several partial discharges with frequent recharges are better than
a full discharge. Recharging a partially charged lithium-Ion battery does not
cause harm because there is no memory.
•Keep the lithium-Ion battery cool. Avoid a hot car. For prolonged storage,
keep the battery at a 40% charge level.

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•Do not leave the lithium-Ion battery discharged and unused for an extended
period because the battery will wear out and the longevity of the battery will
be at least half of the one with frequent recharges.
Battery charge notice
It is important to consider the environment temperature when the Lithium-Ion
batterypackischarged.Chargingismostefcientatnormalroomtemperature
or in a slightly cooler environment. It is essential that batteries are charged
within the stated range of 0°C to 40°C. Charging batteries outside of the
speciedrangecoulddamagethebatteriesandshortentheircharginglife
cycle.
CAUTION! Do not charge batteries at a temperature lower than 0°C. This
will increase the internal resistance to cause heat and make the
batteries unstable and unsafe. Please use a battery temperature
detecting device for a charger to ensure a safe charging
temperature range.
Storage and safety notice
Although charged Lithium-Ion batteries may be left unused for several months,
their capacity may be depleted due to build up of internal resistance. If this
happens they will require recharging prior to use. Lithium-Ion batteries may
be stored at temperatures between -20°C to 60°C, however they may deplete
more rapidly at higher temperatures. It is recommended to store batteries at
room temperature.

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Warranty
The following items covered under the Unitech Limited Warranty are free from
defects during normal use:
•PA692 – 1-year limited warranty.
•Lithium-Ion battery – 6-month limited warranty.
Warrantybecomesvoidifequipmentismodied,improperlyinstalledorused,
damaged by accident or neglect, or if any parts are improperly installed or
replaced by the user.
Use only the adapter supplied. Using the wrong adapter may damage the unit
and will void the warranty.

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Preface
About This Manual...............................................................................................i
Regulatory Compliance Statements ...................................................................... ii
FCC Warning Statement .............................................................................................ii
FCC Label Statement................................................................................................. iii
RF Radiation Exposure Statement............................................................................. iii
Canadian Compliance Statement .............................................................................. iii
European Conformity Statement................................................................................ iii
RoHS Statement ........................................................................................................ iii
TaiwanNCC Warning Statement ................................................................................iv
Laser Information .................................................................................................. iv
Battery Notices....................................................................................................... v
Battery charge notice .................................................................................................vi
Storage and safety notice ..........................................................................................vi
Warranty............................................................................................................... vii
Chapter 1
Getting Started .................................................................................................. 1
Introducing the PA692............................................................................................1
Features.................................................................................................................2
PA692 Product Introduction & Accessory Kit .........................................................3
Tour of the PA692...................................................................................................4
PA692 Front and Right View..................................................................................4
PA692 Rear and Left View.....................................................................................5
PA692 HF Rear and Left View ...............................................................................6
Turning ON the PA692 for the First Time ...............................................................7
Table of Contents

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Installing the Battery...............................................................................................7
Charging the Battery ..............................................................................................9
Keypads and Function Buttons ............................................................................ 11
Using Function keys..................................................................................................12
Using Alpha keys.......................................................................................................13
Chapter 2
Using the Hardware......................................................................................... 15
Using the MicroSD Memory Card ........................................................................15
Inserting a Memory Card...........................................................................................15
Removing the Memory Card .....................................................................................15
Using the SIM Card..............................................................................................16
Inserting the SIM card ...............................................................................................16
Using the Barcode Laser Scanner .......................................................................17
Chapter 3
Getting Connected........................................................................................... 19
Establishing Device-PC Connection ....................................................................19
Installing Microsoft ActiveSync..................................................................................19
Connecting the Device to Your Computer.................................................................20
WiFi Connection...................................................................................................21
Using the Summit Utilities .........................................................................................21
u-CenterMobile for Quick GPS Connection .........................................................25
To Open u-CenterMobile...........................................................................................25
To Download Data.....................................................................................................26
Chapter 4
Barcode Scanner Programs ............................................................................ 29
Scanner Setting....................................................................................................29
Scan2Key.............................................................................................................30
Barcode Symbologies ...............................................................................................30
Barcode Symbologies 2D..........................................................................................32

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Chapter 5
Advanced Settings........................................................................................... 33
Performing a Hardware Reset..............................................................................33
Performing a Warm Boot...........................................................................................33
Performing a Cold Boot.............................................................................................34
Performing a Clean Boot...........................................................................................35
Chapter 6
RFID Manager for UHF model......................................................................... 37
Appendix I
SystemSpecication ....................................................................................... 41
Appendix II
Disinfecting and Cleaning MCA Models .......................................................... 43
Appendix III
Worldwide Support .......................................................................................... 47

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Introducing the PA692
Thank you for purchasing the PA692 Rugged Handheld
Computer.
The Unitech PA692 is a rugged handheld computer designed
to empower your mobile workforce in today’s aggressive
businessenvironment.Asproductivityandefciencydene
thebenchmarkforsuccess,thePA692provideseld-
based workers with a host of data collection tools and a
comprehensive wireless communication platform, all in a
compact, durable and ergonomic form factor.
Getting Started
Chapter 1

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Features
Powerful system
● MicrosoftWindowsEmbedded
Handheld 6.5 operating system
● TIOMAP3AM3715processor
with speed of up to 806 MHz
System memory
● 512MBMobileDDR
● 512MBNaNDFlash
Display
● 3.8”TFTLCDtouchscreen
● 480(W)x800(H)resolution
(WVGA)
● Supportsdisplayrotation
Communication
● USB1.1Host&Client
● Bluetooth2.1EDR(supports
Bluetooth Printer, Bluetooth
Modem, Bluetooth ActiveSync,
andBluetoothHeadset)
Camera
● Built-in5M/AFcamerawith2ash
LEDs
Audio
● MIC
● Speaker
● Receiver(Headphone)
Expansion slot
● MicroSDmemorycardslot,
supporting up to 32GB
Wireless connectivity
● WLAN,802.11a/b/g/n
● WWAN,GSM/GPRS/EDGE:
UMTS/HSPA+(DL14.4Mbps,UL
5.7Mbps)
● WPAN,ClassII,Bluetooth
2.1+EDR
● GPS/AGPS
● RFID/HF(Optional)
● G-Sensor
User-friendly interface
● Specialkeystolaunchparticular
applications and display the on-
screen keyboard
● Keysforbarcodescanning
Barcode scanner engine
● 1DEngine(Optional)
● 2DEngine(Optional)
RFID Reader (Optional)
● Frequency:13.56MHz
● TagSupport:ISO15693,
ISO14443A, ISO14443, and NFC

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PA692 Product Introduction & Accessory Kit
PA692 Terminal Manual CD
Stylus Battery
Elastic Stylus String Hand Strap
Power Adaptor Plugs

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Tour of the PA692
The following sections describe the main components and features of the
PA692.
*NOTE:If you just want Mute, hit the “+ -“ button on the left side of the unit, and
thenselect“OFF”.Theunitwillnotmute,norwillitvibratewhenyou
scan.
PA692 Front and Right View
1
2
3A
3B
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
1LED indicators 7 Power button
2LCD touch screen 8Universal connector
3A Microphone 9Scanner trigger button
3B Reset button 10 Mute / vibration button*
4Receiver 11 Camera button
5Scan button 12 Memory card slot
6Keypad

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PA692 Rear and Left View
11
12
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1Barcode scanner window 7 Speaker
2Earphone jack 85M/AF camera
3Microphone 9LEDashlight
4Battery compartment 10 Battery compartment tab
5Antenna 11 Scanner trigger button
6Stylus 12 Volume up/down

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PA692 HF Rear and Left View
11
12
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1Barcode scanner window 7 Speaker
2Earphone jack 85M/AF camera
3Microphone 9LEDashlight
4Battery compartment 10 Battery compartment tab
5Antenna 11 Scanner trigger button
6Stylus 12 Volume up/down

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Turning ON the PA692 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. You can then calibrate the
display, learn some basic stylus usage, and set up the system time zone, date
and time.
Power-On Button
Turn ON your device by pressing the power button on the front panel.
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 local recycling guidelines in your area.
A backup battery cell is embedded into your device to prevent data loss when
the main battery pack is removed or completely discharged. This backup
battery will keep the data and system setting for up to 2 hours if the main
battery is removed.
NOTE: To enable the backup battery cell to provide backup power supply,
charge your device with the main battery pack for at least 16 hours.
NOTE: To power on the device properly, make sure to replace the battery
compartment cover after installing the battery.
1. Open the battery compartment
cover by sliding the tabs on both
sides in the direction of the arrows
shown and lift the cover up.
Battery Compartment
Tab

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2. Push up the backup battery switch
to the “ON position by using
a stylus to turn on the backup
battery.
3. Slide and position the battery
pack, making sure the battery
contacts are aligned with the
contacts in the compartment.
4. Use your thumb to snap the
battery in place.
5. Replace the battery compartment
cover by pushing down on the
tabs and sliding them back into
place as shown.
NOTE: Make sure the battery compartment cover is securely closed, or you
may be unable to turn ON the terminal.
Backup Battery
Switch
Battery
Compartment
Contacts
Plastic Tab