Unitech HT580 User manual

Unitech HT580
Users Manual
Rev. B
unitech

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About This Manual
Preface
This manual explains how to install, operate and maintain the HT580 Mobile Computer.
No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form, or by any electrical
or mechanical means, without permission in writing from the manufacturer. This includes
electronic or mechanical means, such as photocopying, recording, or information
storage and retrieval systems. The material in this manual is subject to change without
notice.
© Copyright 2007 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
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.
CE, FCC, BSMI
Warranty
• Terminal is covered by a 1-year limited warranty
Regulatory Compliance

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Notices
The HT580 Portable Terminal and the Li-ion Battery Pack are packaged separately. You
will have to install the Battery Pack when you receive your terminal. Please ensure that
the Li-Ion Battery Pack is properly installed and fully charged prior to initial use of the
HT580.
Battery Charge Notice
It is important to consider the environment temperature whenever you are charging
the Lithium-Ion battery pack. The process is most efcient where the temperature
is average or slightly cooler. It is essential that you charge the batteries within the
specied range of -5°C to 50°C. Charging batteries outside of the specied range could
damage the batteries and shorten their charging life cycle.
Storage and Safety Notice
Although charged Lithium-Ion batteries may be left unused for several months, their
capacity may deplete due to build up of internal resistance. If this occurs, the battery
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 the high end of this
range. It is recommended batteries are stored within normal room temperature ranges.
USB Driver Installation
The HT580’s USB driver is located on the CD included in this package, or available for
download at http://www.ute.com. To activate USB, please install the driver rst.

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Table of Contents
Preface
About This Manual
Regulatory Compliance ........................................... i
Warranty ....................................................... i
Notices.........................................................ii
Battery Charge Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
StorageandSafetyNotice .......................................ii
USBDriverInstallation ..........................................ii
Chapter 1
Getting Started
Introducing the HT580. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Support ............................................................8
Features ............................................................9
Package Contents ....................................................10
Battery Storage and Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
ReviewMainBattery ................................................11
Charging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Powering the HT580 On/Off ............................................11
Communication Cradle ................................................12
Communication Cradle LED Icons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Chapter 2
Using the Hardware
HT580 Keypad .......................................................14
Barcode Scanning Spectrum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Operating the HT580 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Setting the Date/Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

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Device Settings ......................................................17
Backlight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Scanner..........................................................18
Autorun. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Memory ..........................................................18
Buzzer...........................................................18
Key ...........................................................19
Modem ...........................................................19
Supervisor Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Communication ....................................................20
Terminal..........................................................21
FormCaching (Supervisor Mode). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Power ...........................................................26
Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Barcode..........................................................26
Diagnostic ........................................................29
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
FormCaching ........................................................30
Chapter 3
Communication
USB Communication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
BluetoothCommunication............................................32
Communication Program ..............................................34
Modem Communication ...............................................36
Calling from a PC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
CallingfromaTerminal ..............................................28
Update Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

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Getting Started
Chapter 1
Introducing the HT580
Thank you for choosing the HT580 from Unitech Electronic Co. Ltd. This Portable
Data Collection Terminal is one of the most user-friendly handheld terminals on the
market - perfect for small retailers. Developed under the C language, the HT580’s
proprietary Operating System is capable of helping you develop and run application
programs specically designed by you for your own unique business. Weighing only
150g (5.3 oz), the light weight of the HT580 is ideal for the long work days typical in a
retail environment. Despite its light weight, the HT580 is unusually robust - capable of
sustaining 1.2 meter (4 foot) drops to a concrete oor.
We believe the HT580 will more than satisfy your own unique retail requirements.
The HT580 standard package includes the HT580 terminal, communication cradle,
adaptor, USB & RS232 Y cable, holster, and strap. Additionally, two alternative types
of communication/charging cradles - RS232 and Modem - are offered as options.

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Chapter 1 Getting Started
Support
Unitech’s professional support team is available to quickly answer your questions or
technical-related issues. Should an equipment problem occur, please contact the
Unitech regional service representatives nearest you. Please go to their websites, listed
below, for complete contact information:
UTC (China) http://www.ute.com.cn
UTT (Taipei, Taiwan) http://www.unitech.com.tw
APAC (Taipei, Taiwan) http://www.unitech-adc.com
UTJ (Japan) http://www.unitech-japan.co.jp
UTA (USA, Canada) http://www. ute.com
UTA (Latin America) http://www.latin.ute.com
UTI (Europe) http://www.unitech-europe.nl

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Features
Operating System
• Proprietary in C Language
• CPU: ST-UPSD3354DV
System Memory
• 2MB Flash ROM
Display
• 128 x 64 pixels
• 16 x 4 characters or 12 x 4 characters
• Back-Lit
Input
• 18 alphanumeric keys (1 scan trigger)
Communication
• Bluetooth V1.1
• USB1.1
• RS232
• Modem
Enclosure
• 123mm x 55mm x 25mm
• 150g (5.3 oz)
Battery
• One 3.7V 730mAh Li-Ion battery
• Up to 8 hours battery Life
Barcode Reader
• CCD Scanner
• Supports: China Postal Code,
Codabar, Code 32,
Code 39, Code 93, Code 128,
IATA 2 of 5, Industrial 2 of 5,
Telepen, Interleaved 2 of 5,
MSI, UPC/EAN
Environmental
• Operating Temp: 0°~50°C (32°~122° F)
• Storage Temp: -20°~70°C (-4°~158° F)
• Humidity: 20%~85% RH; not condensed
• Environmental Sealing: IP42
• Drop Spec: 4 foot free drop to concrete
• Electrostatic Discharge: 8 KV air discharge
4 KV contact discharge
Chapter 1 Getting Started

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HT580 Main Body HT580 Battery
Position
HT580 Li-ion
Battery
HT580 Top and
Bottom View
Charging and
communication
cable
HT580
Charging/
Communication
Cradle
Featuring: RS232
and modem
Modem Cradle
Back View
RS232 Cradle
Back View
Package Contents
This section is designed to familiarize you with the HT580 and its cradle. For detailed
explanations on some of the functions, please refer to subsequent chapters.
Chapter 1 Getting Started

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Battery Storage and Safety Precautions
Chapter 1 Getting Started
Batteries should be stored at normal room temperature. Avoid placing them in any
situation where explosion or damage could possibly occur. The Li-Ion batteries may
lose their charge if not used for several months due to back up and internal resistance.
If this happens, we suggest recharging prior to use.
Remove Main Battery
To remove the main battery, press down on the release button while pushing out the
cover on the unit. We suggest that the battery not be removed, if possible.
Charging
When starting to operate the HT580, the main battery must be fully charged before the
rst use. The HT580 is equipped with a 3.7V 730mAh Lithium-Ion battery. For
charging, use the 5 volt AC adaptor and the RS232 communication cable. It takes 8
hours to fully charge the main battery when empty. We suggest users recharge the
battery regularly after long hours of use.
Powering the HT580 On/Off
To power the HT580 on make sure that the battery has been charged accordingly (see
page 11). Hold down the power button for a second. The screen on the HT580 will
ash and the unit will go through a power-up process to load the screen, Autorun, and
battery status.
To power the HT580 off hold down the power button for 3-seconds. The unit has a
security feature that requires it be held down for 3-seconds so that unit is not
accidentally shut off while it is in use.
This icon shown in the menu indicates the current battery capacity status.