Unitech PA600 User manual

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Chapter 1
Getting Started
Introducing the PA600
The PA600 Phone Edition (PE) is designed for users who need a
compact and durable PDA for data collection in real time transac-
tions.
The PA600 is a rugged, compact and lightweight handheld com-
puter with a Windows Mobile 6.1 operating system, an integrated
laser bar code scanner, cell phone functionality, color LCD touch-
screen, keypad and wireless communication capability. It provides
a standard Windows based environment for customization and
operation.
To reduce total cost of ownership, the PA600 is sealed to meet IP64
standards and has undergone multiple drop tests to prevent down-
time.
Thanks for choosing the PA600 PE.

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Features
Powerful System
• Microsoft Windows MobileTM 6.1
Operating System.
• 624Mhz Intel PXA270 Processor.
System Memory
• 128 MB SDRAM.
• 320 MB Flash ROM.
Display
• 3.5” QVGA TFT-LCD with Touch-
screen and Backlight.
• 240 x 320 Pixel Resolution.
Bar Code Scanner
• Built-in Laser Scan Engine.
• Built-in Vibration for Scanning Indi-
cation.
• Symbol SE950 Support.
• Unitech Hamster Bar Code
Decoder.
Communication
• USB Host & Client.
• Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR
(supports Bluetooth Printer,
Bluetooth Modem, Bluetooth
ActiveSync).
• eGPRS Siemens MC75 Radio
Module, quad-band GSM 850/900/
1800/1900 Mhz.
– EDGE Multislot Class 10.
– GPRS Multislot Class 12.
– GSM Release 99.
Audio
•MIC.
• Speaker.
• Headset Connector.
• Receiver.
Wireless Connectivity
• 802.11b/g with Diversity Antenna.
• Bluetooth Wireless Technology.
Expansion Slot
• Secure Digital (SD) Card Slot
(Supports SDHC up to 4G).
Battery Life
• Operation Time: Typical 5 Hours
(With Wi-Fi), Average 9 Hours
(Without Wi-Fi).
• Charging Time: Less than 5 Hours.
• Embedded Backup Battery Cell.
User-friendly Interface
• Quick Launch Hot Keys for
Enabling Backlight, Calibration,
Phone Calls, Software Keyboard
and other Device Management
Tasks.
• Trigger Keys for Bar Code scan-
ning.

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Package Contents
Ensure the following items are in the PA600 PE box:
Please contact a local Unitech representative if anything appears damaged or miss-
ing.
A Tour of the PA600
The main components and features of the PA600 are described through the following:
PA600 PE Terminal AC Adapter with Universal Plugs
Battery Pack Stylus
USB Charging Cables CD-ROM Quick Reference
Guide

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Front View
No. Component Description
1. Status Indicator. Indicates battery charging and bar code scanning status.
Green - Battery is fully charged, or bar code
scanning is successful.
Red - Battery is charging, bar code scanner is
operating.
Yellow - GPRS is on.
Blue - Bluetooth is on.
2. Left Scanner
Trigger Button.
Press to activate the Laser Bar Code Scanner.
3. Power Button. Press to start the PA600. Also, press this button down
for at least three seconds to turn the PA600 off.
4. Microphone. Records audio.
5. Universal
Connector.
Connects the PA600 to a USB Charging/
Communication Cable. This USB cable connects to
the computer’s USB Port and accepts the 5V AC
Adapter to provide power to the PA600.
This unit can simultaneously recharge and perform a
Microsoft ActiveSync operation. In addition use it to
connect peripheral hardware, such as a docking
station. This port can also support USB and RS232
hosting for devices such as a USB or RS232 scanner,
keyboard or USB memory key.
6. Keypad. Keypad interface for controlling the PA600. See Keypads
and Function Buttons on page 15 for more information.
7. LCD Touch-
screen.
Displays applications and data on the PA600. It is touch-
sensitive and responds to the Stylus or finger.
8. Speaker. Enables audio from the PA600.
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Back View
No. Component Description
9. Battery Compartment. Houses the removable and rechargeable 3.7V
2200 mAH Battery Pack.
10. Battery Compartment
Release Latch.
Opens the Battery Compartment.
11. Reset Button. Press the Stylus into the PA600’s Reset Button
to Clean Boot the device.
12. Handstrap. Enables users to securely hold the PA600.
13. Speaker. Enables audio from the PA600.
14. Stylus. Enables users to interact with the operating
system. To use the Stylus, remove it from its holder
and hold it like a pen or pencil.
15. Strap Holder. Secures the handstrap.
16. Memory Card Slot. Accommodates Secure Digital (SD) memory
cards and can serve as an SDIO Port.
17. Bar Code Scanner
Window.
Scans bar codes.
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Getting Started
Install and charge the battery, check the battery status, turn on the PA600, and cali-
brate the PA600’s screen through the following:
Installing the Battery
WARNING! If the Battery Pack is handled improperly there is risk of fire and/or
burns. Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts,
or dispose the battery pack in fire or water. Do not attempt to open or
service the battery pack. Dispose of used batteries according to local
recycling guidelines.
A Backup Battery cell is embedded in the PA600 to prevent data loss when the remov-
able Battery Pack disconnects from the PA600. The Backup Battery will maintain data
and system settings for up to 6 hours.
NOTE: Initially charge the Main Battery for at least 16 hours to provide the bat-
tery with enough power.
1. Access the Battery Compartment by pushing the Battery Compartment cover
Latch in the direction as shown below:
Components of the Battery Compartment are highlighted below:
NOTE: Do not remove the Plastic Battery Tab, it is useful for removing the Bat-
tery.
Compartment Contacts
Plastic Battery Tab
Battery Hook

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2. Locate the Backup Battery Switch in the Battery Compartment, and use a Sty-
lus to move it to the left in the ON position.
3. Position the Battery so the Battery Contacts align with the Battery Compartment
Contacts. Place the Battery on top of the Plastic Tab as shown below:
4. Simultaneously slide the Battery Pack into the Battery Compartment while pull-
ing the Battery Hook until the battery snaps into place as shown below:
5. Replace the Battery Compartment Cover.
Backup Battery
Switch
Contacts
Plastic Tab
Battery Hook

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Charging the Battery
Charge the PA600 for at least 16 hours prior to initial use. After the initial charge, the
PA600 will recharge to full capacity in about 4 hours. Only use the PA600 USB Charg-
ing Cable or the PA600 Cradle for charging the device.
CAUTION! Operating the PA600 for the first time without the AC Adapter, and
without fully charging the Backup Battery may result in RAM memory
data loss. When the Main Battery is removed, the Backup Battery
retains RAM data for 2 hours. Charge the battery within this time
period to avoid data loss.
NOTE: Turn the Backup Battery switch to the ON position before charging the
Battery. Data loss may occur if the Backup Battery is not properly
charged.
Charging the Battery using the USB Cable
1. Press and hold the USB Charging Cable’s Release Buttons while connecting to
the PA600 (1).
2. Plug the AC Adapter Cable into the USB Charging Cable’s power jack (2).
3. Plug the other end of the AC Adapter Cable into an electrical outlet (3).
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Charging the Battery with the Docking Station
1. Plug the AC Adapter Cable into the Docking Station’s power jack, and connect
the other end of the AC Adapter into an electrical outlet.
2. Slide the PA600 down into the Docking Station until it
snaps into place.
3. The connection is secure when the PA600’s bottom
edge aligns with the Cradle. (The PA600’s LED indica-
tor lights up red.)
Checking the Battery Status
If the battery level becomes low during the course of normal use, a status icon
appears on the PA600’s screen indicating low or very low battery status. In both
cases, perform a Microsoft ActiveSync operation to backup data, and recharge the
PA600 as soon as possible. If the battery level reaches low status, the device will
enter a sleep mode and cannot power up until the battery is charged, or until the
PA600 connects to an external power source. Windows Mobile 6.1 will retain installed
applications and data when the main battery is drained for extended time periods.
LED Status
LED Description
PA600 Solid Red Charging.
Solid Green Charging Complete.
Docking
Station
Power LED Power is On.
Charging LED Charging (For Spare Battery Only).
Sync LED Synchronization is occurring.

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Connecting the PA600 to a PC
Connect the PA600 to a PC with the USB Cable through the following:
1. Press and hold the USB Charging Cable’s Release Buttons while connecting to
the PA600 (1).
2. Connect the USB Charging Cable to the PC/Notebook’s USB Port and plug the
AC Adapter Cable into the USB Charging Cable’s power jack (2).
3. Plug the other end of the AC Adapter into an electrical outlet (3).
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Turning the PA600 on for the First Time
Charge the PA600 for at least 16 hours prior to initial use. Start the PA600, calibrate
the display, learn some basic Stylus usage, and setup the date and time through the
following:
Powering On
1. Start the PA600 by pressing the
Power Button on the front panel.
NOTE: The PA600’s screen ships
with a protective plastic film.
Remove the plastic film by
peeling from one corner to
another. The screen will be
more susceptible to scratch-
ing without the film, but it will
be more legible.
2. The Unitech PA600 welcome
screen appears for a moment fol-
lowed by the Windows Mobile
screen. FUNC
Ls
ESC ghi jkl mno
wxyz
ENTER
TAB
tuvpqrs
key
OK
abc Rs def
ALPHA
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
.
Power Button

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Using the Stylus
CAUTION! Never use anything other than the PA600 Stylus on the PA600’s
screen. Using an object other than the PA600 Stylus could cause per-
manent damage.
1. Remove the Stylus from its holder.
2. Hold the Stylus like a pencil.
3. Lightly tap the tip of the Stylus to make a menu choice.
4. Use the Stylus to print letters or numbers into a field or on a form.

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Calibrating the PA600 Screen
The calibration screen automatically appears when the PA600 powers on for the first
time or after the system is reset.
1. Calibrate the screen at any time through the following: Tap Start →Settings,
and select the System tab.
2. Tap the Screen icon.
NOTE: Or, simultaneously press FUNC and
ESC.
The Screen window appears, where users can cus-
tomize the screen settings.

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3. Tap Align Screen to calibrate the screen.
The align screen window appears.
4. Tap the target firmly and accurately.
5. Tap the target as it moves across the corners
of the screen.
6. Continue tapping the target until calibration is
complete.
Set Date and Time
Tap Start →Settings →System →Clock & Alarms,
to set the time zone, time and date. Select the time
zone, time and date from their respective drop down
menus. Tap ok →Yes to save the settings
NOTE: In addition, tap the system clock on the
upper right corner of the screen to
access the Clock & Alarms screen. Tap
Getting Started on the PA600’s main
menu to acquire helpful links about sys-
tem settings.

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Chapter 2
Using the Hardware
Keypads and Function Buttons
With the keypad, users can enter information and interact with the PA600’s operating
system. Use the function key to access and operate secondary functions.
Press to access the function icon in the
operating system, as shown on the screenshot to
the right.
The Keypad Keys are described through the following:
Key Main Function Secondary Function
Talk/Send. Opens the Phone screen to make
a call or send a message.
—Enables/Disables secondary
function keys.
Alpha. —
End. Exits the Phone screen or ends a
call.
Turns the PA600 on and off. —
Function Activated Icon

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Number 1.
Left soft key - activates a shortcut
for the function listed on the
bottom left of the screen.
Alphanumeric 2, a, b and c. Up navigation key.
Alphanumeric 3, d, e and f.
Right soft key - activates a shortcut
for the function listed on the
bottom right of the screen.
Tab. Opens the Start menu.
Backspace. Escape key.
Alphanumeric 4, g, h and i. Left navigation key.
Alphanumeric 5, j, k and l. —
Alphanumeric 6, m, n and o. Right navigation key.
Alphanumeric 7, p, q, r and s. Decreases screen brightness.
Alphanumeric 8, t, u and v. Down navigation key.
Alphanumeric 9, w, x, y and z. Increases screen brightness.
Asterisk. Illuminates keypad.
Number 0 and space. —
Period. Pound.
Enter key. OK.
Key Main Function Secondary Function

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Adjusting the Screen Brightness
Adjust the screen brightness through the
following:
1. Press FUNC to enable the secondary
key functions.
2. Press 7(Decrease Brightness).
Press 9(Increase Brightness).
Using the SD/MMC memory card
The PA600’s expansion slot is compatible with a range of SD and MMC storage cards,
which are primarily used to backup or transfer files and data. The expansion slot also
supports SDIO cards for additional connectivity options.
Inserting a Storage Card
1. Remove the SD Compartment Cover by rotating the screws counterclockwise
with a screwdriver as shown below:
FUNC
Ls
ESC ghi jkl mno
wxyz
ENTER
TAB
tuvpqrs
key
OK
abc Rs def
ALPHA
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
.
Function
Button
Increase
Brightness
Decrease
Brightness

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2. Insert the SD Card with the notched end facing up and into the slot as shown
below:
3. Replace the SD Compartment Cover with the four compartment screws.
Removing a Storage Card
1. Remove the SD Compartment Cover by rotating the screws counterclockwise
with a screwdriver.
2. Press the card in, and release. The card should automatically release.
3. Remove the SD Card from the slot.
Using the Laser Scanner
The PA600 has an integrated laser scanner that reads all major bar code labels.
NOTE: Reading software must be enabled in order to operate the scanner. This
can be a user loaded application or a preload utility such as Scanner
Settings and Scan2Key.
Press either one of the Scan Buttons to activate
the laser scanner.
Test the PA600’s Laser Bar Code Scanner through
the following:
Scan Button

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1. Tap Start →Settings and select the Sys-
tem tab.
Tab the Scanner icon.
2. The Scanner Control Panel opens.
In the Scanner Control Panel screen, it is possible to configure bar code scan-
ner parameters such as enabling or disabling bar code symbologies, set data
transmission options, configure magnetic and proximity reading options and set
power management options.
3. To test the bar code scanner, tap the Test
tab.
4. Tap Tools.
5. Tap Enable Scan.
6. To perform an auto-scan, Tap Tools →
Auto-Scan →Start Auto-Scan.
7. Choose the time Interval (default: three sec-
onds).
8. Tap: Start.
9. The Laser automatically scans bar codes
every three seconds.
10. To stop the auto-scan, tap Tools →Auto-
Scan →Stop Auto-Scan.

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Using the SIM Card
The PA600’s GPRS SIM Card Slot is inside the Battery Compartment.
Inserting the SIM Card
1. Remove the Battery Cover and the Main Battery. Insert the SIM Card with the
metallic gold side facing up, and with the notched corner facing right, as shown
below:
2. Push the SIM Card inside the slot until it clicks into place. Use a Stylus to push
the SIM Card Slot Lock to the right, as shown below: