Workabout Pro4 User Manual
Workabout Pro4 User Manual
HAND-HELD COMPUTER
(Windows Embedded CE 6.0)
USER GUIDE
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This user manual supports the model number 7528X which contains the approved radio module 21-148603-0B. The applica-
ble FCC ID and Industry Canada numbers are as follows:
• FCC ID: UZ7211486030B
• IC: 109AN-211486030B'
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Revision History
Changes to the original guide are listed below:
Chapter 3: Configuration
Overview of Software...................................................................................................................... 3-1
Software Advantage .......................................................................................................................3-1
Microsoft Software ..........................................................................................................................3-1
The Control Panel........................................................................................................................... 3-2
Control Panel Applications .............................................................................................................3-2
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Appendix B: DataWedge
DataWedge ..................................................................................................................................... B-1
Where to Find More Information ............................................................................................... B-1
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ABOUT THIS GUIDE
Chapter : About This Guide. provides a basic overview of the Workabout Pro4.
Chapter 1: Basic Operation. describes the steps required to get the Workabout Pro4 ready for operation.
Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Workabout Pro4. describes Workabout Pro4 features, including how to
charge and maintain the battery, the keyboard features, the display, using the internal scanner,
etc. This chapter also describes the Microsoft® Windows® Embedded CE 6.0 desktop, and how to
change the appearance and actions of the desktop from Windows Classic Shell to the Kiosk Shell.
Chapter 3: Configuration. describes the programs and applications accessed through two main areas from
the Desktop Start Menu: Programs and Settings>Control Panel. The software includes both Zebra
Software Advantage and Microsoft programs, and details how to use them to configure the Work-
about Pro4, along with scanners/imagers, Bluetooth, etc. This chapter also details the Kiosk
program, which enables you to customize your computer settings.
Chapter 4: Peripheral Devices & Accessories. describes the peripherals and accessories available for your
Workabout Pro4 computer.
Appendix A: Port Pinouts. describes the Workabout Pro4 and accessories pinouts.
Appendix B: Imager & Camera Settings. describes in detail your imager settings.
Appendix D: Internal Imager & Scanner Specifications. lists the specifications for the Workabout Pro4
scanners and imagers.
Appendix E: Workabout Pro4 Specifications. lists the specifications for your Workabout Pro4 computer,
radios, and battery.
Appendix F: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Settings. describes WWAN configuration information.
Appendix G: Wireless Zero Config Settings. describes how to configure the Workabout Pro4 using Wireless
Zero Config.
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Text Conventions
IMPORTANT These statements provide particularly important instructions or additional information that
is critical to the operation of the equipment.
WARNING! These statements provide critical information that may prevent physical injury,
equipment damage or data loss.
NOTE The Workabout Pro4 Hand-Held Computer is a body-worn device. To maintain compliance with
the FCC RF exposure guidelines, use a Zebra approved carrying case. Use of non-approved
accessories may violate FCC RF exposure guidelines.
Model
- 7528X, 7528XP, 7528XLF, 7528XHF, 7528XPLF, 7528XPHF, 7528XUHFE, 7528XPUHFE, 7528XUHFN
& 7528XPUHFN
Platform (standard)
• CPU: Sitara™ AM37x ARM Cortex™-A8 processor
• Memory: 512 MB RAM/4GB Flash
Operating System
• Microsoft Windows® Embedded CE 6.0
Bundled Applications
• Internet Explorer® 6
• Wordpad®
• ActiveSync®®
Terminal Emulation
• TekTerm Client Terminal Emulation
• Wavelink Terminal Emulation
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Additional Software
• Kiosk
• MobiControl
• A.R.C.
• Total Recall/TweakIt/Dr. Debug
• Windows® Mobile Device Center
Optional
• WWAN - UMTS/HSPA+ WAN radio with GPS receiver (supports AGPS, GLONASS and SBAS)
NOTE Data only. In the Americas the Workabout Pro4 is not approved to be used with any VoIP appli-
cation using Wide Area Network (WAN) or Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN).
NOTE All scan engines are available factory configured or user installable as either an end-cap or
slim pod.
RFID Modules
• LF Module
- Frequency: 125 kHz
- Protocols supported: EM 4x02; EM 4x05; EM 4x50; EM 4200; Q5; Hitag 1 & 2; Hitag S
• UHF Module
- Frequency: 868 MHz or 915 MHz
- Protocols supported: EPC Class 1 Gen 2; ISO 18000-6C
• HF Module
- Frequency: 13.56 MHz
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- Protocols supported: ISO14443 type A, B and C, ISO 15693; NFC “Reader to Tag” Mode; full
Mifare support
- Data encryption: 2 SAM slots; ID1 SAM format; Class A, B and C
User Interface
• Display
- Transflective colour/touch display 9.4 cm (3.7 in) VGA/QVGA (640 x 480)
- Sunlight visibility with 240 cd/m2 brightness
• Keyboards
- Alphanumeric (7528 Long)
- QWERTY or Numeric (7528 Short)
- High reliability keypad with ultra-white backlight
• Voice & Audio
- Push-to-Talk – VoIP (In the Americas the Workabout Pro4 is not approved to be used with any VoIP
application using Wide Area Network (WAN) or Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN).)
- Standard integrated microphone and receiver.
- Standard high volume 86 dBA beeper (95 dBA beeper with extended ranger laser).
- Optional speech module, certified with Vocollect and Wavelink Speakeasy clients.
Power Management
• 4400 mAh Lithium-ion battery – Model No. WA3010
• 2850 mAh Lithium-ion battery – Model No. WA3025
• 4680 mAh Lithium-ion battery – Model No.WA3026
• Super capacitor power backup
Regulatory Labels
Each scanner has a laser warning label accompanied by a protective housing and certificate label.
WARNING! Using controls or adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
BASIC OPERATION 1
Figure 1-1 Front View of the Workabout Pro4 7528 Long Alphanumeric Keyboard
Speaker
Microphone
LED
(Light Emitting Diode)
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Figure 1-2 Front View of Workabout Pro4 7528 Short Numeric Keyboard (QWERTY keyboard also available)
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Documents Available
To see a current list of documents and download what you need, go to the Knowledge Base on the
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http://www.ingenuityworking.com/knowledge/w/knowledgebase/product-manuals.aspx
IMPORTANT Before charging the battery, it is critical that you review the battery safety guidelines in the
Workabout Pro4 Hand-Held Computer Regulatory & Warranty Guide (PN 8000296).
Battery packs shipped from the factory are charged to approximately 40% and must be fully charged prior to
use. Batteries can be charged using a variety of chargers and cradles. For detailed information, see Battery
Details on page 2-1.
Basic Operation 1 - 3
IMPORTANT Always switch the unit off before changing the battery. However, assuming the default
power saving parameters and battery reserve level have not been altered, battery swap
time is a minimum of minutes — you will not lose data if the battery is replaced within this
time frame.
NOTE If you are using a cradle or an external power supply, you can insert an uncharged battery and use
the device while the battery charges.
Assuming the default power saving parameters and battery reserve level have not been altered, a battery can
be removed for up to 4 minutes without losing data. Beyond 4 minutes, the hand-held may reboot.
When the unit is turned off, it automatically enters a power-saving “suspend” state. When the Workabout Pro4
is switched on from the suspend state, operation resumes within a few seconds in the screen in which you
were working prior to turning the computer off.
IMPORTANT If your Workabout Pro4 fails to power up, consider the following troubleshooting options:
The battery may be overheated (>60C°), a non-Zebra battery may be installed, or the
battery may have fallen below the configured Suspend Threshold. See Suspend
Threshold and Estimated Battery Backup for details.
To switch on the hand-held, you will need to replace the overheated battery.
However, if you supply AC power to the Workabout Pro4 with a battery that falls below
the configured Suspend Threshold, the unit will switch on.
IMPORTANT Turning off the hand-held does not result in a complete shutdown; rather, the unit enters a
power-saving, “suspend” state. When the Workabout Pro4 is turned on from suspend
state, operation resumes within a few seconds.
To shut down the unit, press and hold down the [Power] button until the Power Option
screen is displayed where you can choose the Power off option.
NOTE If your Desktop is switched to the Kiosk Shell (refer to The Kiosk Desktop Shell on page 2-20),
resetting the unit is done solely by use of the keyboard shortcuts.
• Press and hold down the [FN/BLUE] key and the [Power] key simultaneously for a minimum of
four seconds.
• Press and hold down the [FN/ORANGE] key, the [FN/BLUE] key, and the [Power] key, simultaneously
for a minimum of four seconds.
NOTE As part of the normal Windows Embedded CE cold boot process, the screen may go blank for a
few seconds after the splash screen loading bar reaches the end. The desktop is displayed after
a few moments.
Basic Operation 1 - 5
• Press and hold down the [FN/BLUE] key, the [Power] button and the [Front SCAN] key simultaneously
for a minimum of six seconds.
Boot to BooSt
If you choose Boot to BooSt, the BooSt menu is loaded.
1. Press and hold down the [FN/BLUE] key, the [Power] button and the [Front SCAN] key for a minimum of
four seconds.
2. Press [1] to launch the OS.
NOTE The touchscreen function can be turned off (see Touch on page 3-52).
The Workabout Pro4 touchscreen feature is factory-calibrated and ready-to-go; however, over time the touch-
screen operating parameters may change, and it may need to be recalibrated for correct operation. Refer to
Calibrating the Touchscreen on page 2-7 for details.
Connectivity
For information on connecting the Workabout Pro4 to a PC, please refer to “Data Transfer between Workabout
Pro4 and a PC” on page 17
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The Workabout Pro4 contains an 802.11a/b/g/n radio module. The Fusion Wireless Companion software
contains applications to create wireless profiles. To configure the radio, follow the steps outlined under the
heading Fusion Wireless Companion - Setting Up the 802.11a/b/g/n Radio on page 4-31.
If you have a GPS (Global Positioning System) module, see GPS (Global Positioning System) Settings on
page 3-23.
Data Transfer
Data transfer options vary slightly depending on the type of operating system installed in your PC. Various
options exist depending on whether you are using Windows XP or earlier, Windows Vista®, Windows 7 or later.
For connection details, please refer to Data Transfer between Workabout Pro4 and a PC on page 3-17.
Voice Communication
If the Cinterion PHS8-P HSPA+ radio modem is installed and enabled, the Phone icon and the GSM signal
strength icon will appear when you tap on the navigation bar at the top of the screen. The keyboards are
equipped with [Talk] and [End] phone keys. For details on using your Voice options, please refer to Voice –
Using the WWAN Phone Dialer on page 3-59.
CHAPTER 2 GETTING TO KNOW THE
WORKABOUT PRO4
Operating System
• Microsoft® Windows® Embedded CE 6.0
Battery Details
Workabout Pro4 Hand-Held Computer is available with the following Lithium-ion battery pack options:
To protect data, the safest place to store data is on a microSD memory card or externally on a USB memory
stick or on a PC. You can also save data in the “Application” (Flash Disk) partition of the file system.
Refer to Suspend Threshold and Estimated Battery Backup on page 3-38 for details about reserving battery
power for data backup purposes.
The Suspend Threshold adjustment in the Power Properties tab allows you to determine the battery capacity at
which the Workabout Pro4 will be shut down. If left at the default value, Maximum Operating Time, the unit will
run until the battery is completely empty; the RAM is only backed up for a short period of time. If you choose
Maximum Backup Time, the Workabout Pro4 shuts off with more energy left in the battery so RAM can be
backed up for a longer period of time.
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IMPORTANT If your Workabout Pro4 fails to power up, consider the following troubleshooting options:
The battery may be overheated (>60C°), a non-Zebra battery may be installed, or the
battery may have fallen below the configured Suspend Threshold. See Suspend Thresh-
old and Estimated Battery Backup on page 3-38 for details.
To switch on the hand-held, you will need to replace the overheated battery.
However, if you supply AC power to the Workabout Pro4 with a battery that falls
below the configured Suspend Threshold, the unit will switch on.
Batteries shipped from the factory are charged to approximately 40% of capacity. Lithium-ion battery packs
must be fully charged before use. These batteries can be charged with a variety of chargers and cradles. For
detailed information about these accessories, please see Chapter 4: Peripheral Devices & Accessories.
IMPORTANT To avoid damaging the battery, chargers will not begin the charge process until the
battery temperature is between 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F).
The Keyboard
Keyboard options varied depending on the Workabout Pro4 model
This hand-held is equipped with a [Power] button in the lower left corner of the keyboard.
The [FN/BLUE] modifier key provides access to additional keys and system functions. These functions are
colour coded in blue print above the keyboard keys.
Regular Keys
The [Power] Button
The [Power] button in the lower left corner of the keyboard switches the unit on and off.
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Standard Keys
The [ENTER] Key
The [ENTER] key is used to execute the usual Enter keyboard functions.
Press the [SHIFT] key twice to lock the shift state on (the shift-state will be outlined in a black frame to indicate
it is locked ‘on’). It is now in CAPS LOCK mode. Press [SHIFT] again to turn the shift state off.
The [DEL] key ([FN/BLUE] +[BACKSPACE]) erases the character at the current cursor position.
• To increase the volume, press the [FN/BLUE] key followed by the [UP ARROW] key.
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• To decrease the volume, press [FN/BLUE] followed by the [DOWN ARROW] key.
Modifier Keys
The [SHIFT], [CTRL], [ALT], [FN/BLUE] and [FN/ORANGE] keys are modifier keys. Pressing a modifier key
changes the function of the next key pressed. For example, on a Workabout Pro4 Short Qwerty keyboard, a
bracket is printed in orange print above the [U] key. Pressing the [FN/ORANGE] key followed by the [U] key
displays a bracket rather than the letter U.
The [SHIFT], [CTRL] and [ALT] keys operate much like a desktop keyboard except that they are not chorded
(two keys held down simultaneously). The modifier key must be pressed first followed by the key whose func-
tion you want modified.
The locked modifier key will remain active until it is pressed a third time to unlock or turn it off. Once a modifier
key is unlocked, the underline representation at the bottom of the screen is no longer displayed.
NOTE The locking function of the modifier keys can be changed so that pressing a key once will lock
the key ‘on’.
If you disable the ‘One Shot’ function of the key, pressing it once will lock the key ‘on’. Pressing
the same key a second time will unlock or turn it ‘off’. Refer to Keyboard One Shot Modes on
page 3-27 for details.
All function keys and macro keys can be custom defined for each application.
Function Keys
Function keys perform special, custom-defined functions within an application. These keys are accessed by
pressing one of the dedicated function keys on the keyboard, or through the appropriate [SHIFT] or [FN/BLUE]
key sequence, depending on the keyboard variant being used.
All Workabout Pro4 keyboards are equipped with a total of 14 function keys. Function keys [F1] to [F4] located
near the top of the keyboard are directly accessible – a key combination is not required. Ten additional function
keys from [F1] to [F10] are colour coded in blue print on the unit body; these keys are accessed by executing a
key combination, [FN/BLUE] followed by the appropriate key.
• Press the [FN/BLUE] key followed by the [F] alpha key – the alpha key to which function key [F6]
is mapped.
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IMPORTANT Refer to Macro Keys on page 3-29 for details about creating macros.
Workabout Pro4 Long units are equipped with 10 Macro keys. Workabout Pro4 Short hand-helds are not
equipped with these keys. Macro keys can be programmed to replace frequently used keystrokes, along with
the function of executable keys like the [ENTER] key, the [BACKSPACE] key, any function key and arrow key,
etc.
Alphanumeric keyboards have ten macro keys: [M1] to [M10]. These keys are colour coded in orange print
above the numeric keys.
• Press the [FN/ORANGE] key followed by the appropriate numeric key from [1] to [0].
For example, to access macro key [M1], press [FN/ORANGE] [1]. To access macro key [M2], press
[FN/ORANGE] [2], and so on.
Whether your keyboard does or does not have macro keys physically stamped on the keyboard, up to 15
macro functions can be added using the Scancode Remapping function. Refer to Scancode Remapping on
page 3-31 for details about mapping keys.
Alpha Modified Numeric 789 keyboards have each blue alphabetic character assigned as a single [FN]-shifted
character on individual keys.
Numeric 123 keyboards have telephone-style alphabetic keys, with the blue alphabetic characters located in
groups of 3 or 4 above each of the numeric keys. To access characters on these keyboards, a few extra steps
are needed, as described below.
NOTE The following examples assume that the [FN/ORANGE] key is enabled as ‘Lock’ mode in the
‘One Shot’ screen (accessed by choosing Start>Settings>Personal>Buttons icon). In ‘Lock’
mode, pressing the [FN/ORANGE] key once locks it ‘on’. Refer to OneShot/Lock on page 3-28
for details.
The examples below illustrate how to access A, B and C, all of which are printed in blue characters above the
numeric key [2] on a numeric keyboard.
IMPORTANT The letters you choose appear in the shift-indicator icon at the top of the screen, providing
a visual indicator of which letter will be displayed on the screen.
1. Press the [FN/ORANGE] key, and press the numeric key [2].
2. Press the [FN/ORANGE] key again to unlock or turn it off.
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NOTE To choose the second, third or fourth alpha character assigned to a numeric key, you may want to
lock the [FN/ORANGE] key ‘on’. Remember that depending on how your Workabout Pro4 is set
up in the ‘One Shots’ tab, you may find that you need to press the [FN/ORANGE] key twice to lock
it ‘on’. Refer to Keyboard One Shot Modes on page 3-27 for details.
1. Lock the [FN/ORANGE] key ‘on’, and press [2] three times.
2. Press the [FN/ORANGE] key again to unlock or turn it off.
NOTE Keep in mind that there is a timeout of one second between key presses when sequencing
through the alphabetic characters on a key. If you pause longer than one second between key
presses, the alphabetic character that is displayed at that time will be entered.
All alpha keys are displayed in uppercase until you press the [SHIFT] key again to ‘unlock’ (switch off) the func-
tion of this key.
The Display
The Workabout Pro4 is equipped with display backlighting to improve character visibility in low light conditions.
The backlight switches on when a key is pressed.
NOTE Refer to Backlight on page 3-20 for details about the Display Properties dialog box.
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1. In the Control Panel, choose the Stylus icon to display the Stylus Properties window.
2. Select the Calibration tab, and then choose the Recalibrate button.
Indicators
The Workabout Pro4 uses a LED (Light Emitting Diode), onscreen messages, and audio tones as indicators.
LED
The Workabout Pro4 is equipped with a single, orange coloured LED. This section outlines what the
LED indicates.
Onscreen Indicators
The taskbar at the bottom of the screen displays a variety of system status indicators.
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The taskbar changes dynamically, and only those icons that are applicable are displayed. For example, if a
radio is not installed in your Workabout Pro4, the radio signal icon is not displayed in the taskbar.
Power
The battery shaped icon displayed in the taskbar provides quick access to the charge state of the battery.
Tapping on the icon once will show the percentage charge left in the battery. Tapping on the icon twice opens
the Power Properties menus (see Power Properties on page 3-37), where you can set the low battery warnings
levels, and time to enter Suspend.
If the Workabout Pro4 is using external AC power, an AC icon is displayed in the taskbar.
Fusion Radio
The Fusion Wireless Companion software is used to configure the radio for one or more wireless network
profiles. Each profile specifies the security parameters used to connect to a particular WLAN as identified by its
Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID).
Docking Device
When a hand-held is inserted in a charger or cradle, an associated icon appears in the taskbar.
Combo Charger & Quad Cradle Powered Vehicle Cradle & Single Bay
Combo cradle USB Cradle
Bluetooth Radio
This icon displayed in the taskbar represents the installed Bluetooth radio.
Audio Indicators
The Workabout Pro4 supports several audio options, including Bluetooth. Sounds are emitted through the front
receiver. The beeper provides a variety of sounds and can be configured to emit a sound to signal a number of
events such as screen taps, notifications, and so on. Information on configuring sounds is detailed in Volume &
Sounds on page 3-5.
1. Flip up the rubber cover of the microSD card door on the left.
2. Slide the microSD card into the slot until it clicks into place. (The microSD slot is spring-loaded.)
3. Push the rubber cover back in place.
4. To remove the microSD card, lift the rubber cover and push the microSD card inward until it pops out of
the slot.
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The SIM slot is equipped with a release tab. To insert a SIM card:
1. Slide the SIM card into the slot on the right until it clicks into place.
2. To remove the SIM card, depress the metal release tab and slide the card out of the slot.
IMPORTANT It is critical that you review the “Laser Warnings” in the Workabout Pro4 Hand-Held
Computer Regulatory & Warranty Guide (PN 8000296) before using any of the scan-
ners described in this chapter.
NOTE To enable a newly-installed imager or scanner, press and hold down the [FN/BLUE] key and the
[Power] button for a minimum of three seconds.
The Workabout Pro4 supports a wide range of scanner options to address a variety of user application require-
ments. Refer to the following sections for detailed information:
• Scanner list and specifications: Appendix D: Internal Imager & Scanner Specifications.
• Configuration: Appendix B: DataWedge, Appendix C: Scanner Settings and Manage Triggers on page 3-3.
Scanning Techniques
• Hold the scanner at an angle. Do not hold it perpendicular to the barcode.
• Do not hold the scanner directly over the barcode. In this position, light can reflect back into the scanner’s
exit window and prevent a successful decode.
• Scan the entire barcode. If you are using a 1D or PDF laser scanner, make certain that the scan beam
crosses every bar and space on the barcode, including the margins on either end of the symbol.
• If you are using a 2D imaging scanner, make certain the red, oval shaped framing mark is centered within
the barcode you want to scan.
• When using imaging scanners, do not move the scanner while decoding the barcode. Movement blurs
the image.
• Hold the scanner farther away for larger barcodes.
• Hold the scanner closer for barcodes with bars that are close together.
Troubleshooting
If the scanner is not working, investigate the following:
• Check the barcode to make sure it is not damaged. Try scanning a different barcode to verify that the
problem is not with the barcode.
• Check that the barcode is within the proper range.
• Does the hand-held display the warning without scanning? This suggests a hardware problem in
the hand-held.
• Is the laser beam scanning across the barcode?
• Once the scan beam has stopped, check the scanner window for dirt or fogging.
NOTE When scanning multiple barcodes, ensure that all of the desired barcodes are within the field of
view of the scanner. It is possible that even when all barcodes are within the field of view, not all
of them will be decoded. Only successfully decoded barcodes are passed to the application pro-
gram. The application program then issues a warning, asking that you scan the missing
barcodes.
When scanning a single barcode, ensure that only the desired barcode is within the field of view
of the scanner.
Because imager scanners generally have a shorter depth of field than laser scanners, some practise may be
required to find the optimal distance from the types of barcodes being scanned. Although the imager includes
illumination LEDs, ambient light will help the imager decode the barcodes, especially if the barcode is far from
the hand-held.
IMPORTANT Keep in mind that the imager scanner is a camera, and the LED illumination is a flash.
Glare can be an issue on reflective media such as plastic coated barcodes, just as
glare is an issue for photographers. When pointing at a shiny surface, either shift the
barcode to the side or top, or angle the barcode so that the glare reflects away from the
imager scanner.
Most imagers take several ‘snap shots’ of the barcode in order to decode it. It is normal
for the LEDs to flash two or three times. Hold the unit steady between flashes to
improve decode performance.
• Turn the hand-held computer on. Wait until the unit has booted up completely.
• Aim at the barcode and press the scan key or the trigger. Hold the trigger until a successful or failed scan
result is obtained.
• When the scan button or trigger is pressed, a red, oval shaped light (the framing marker) is displayed.
Centre the framing marker in the field — either in the centre of the barcode you want to scan or in the
centre of the area in which multiple barcodes are to be scanned.
The illumination LEDs will flash (typically several times) and a picture of the barcode is taken.
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Windows Embedded CE supports the same ‘point and click’ user interface and keyboard shortcuts as desktop
Windows with one difference — the ‘point and click’ action is accomplished using a touchscreen rather than a
mouse. Actions can be performed using any combination of keyboard shortcuts or touchscreen tapping. In
those applications that support it, you can also flick and pan your finger to scroll through screens.
NOTE If the touchscreen is not registering your screen taps accurately, the touchscreen may need
recalibration. Refer to Calibrating the Touchscreen on page 2-7.
The Workabout Pro4 comes equipped with a stylus — a pointing tool that looks like a pen. The stylus is used to
select objects on the touchscreen. You can also use gestures with your fingers. You can use two gestures: pan
and flick. Use left or right flicks to quickly move between tabs of a multi-tab control panel, or to scroll long lists
of options. Use panning by touching and dragging a page that has scrollbars.
NOTE To prevent damage to the touchscreen, use only a finger touch or the stylus (pen) supplied with
your Workabout Pro4.
Keep in mind that unlike a desktop computer, the Workabout Pro4 does not support key chording (pressing two
keys at the same time). You must press one key followed by the next in sequence.
NOTE The startup folder is located in \Windows\StartUp and \Flash Disk\StartUp (also the Application
folder).
• Double-tap on the icon to open a window or, in the case of an application icon, launch an application.
On the keyboard:
• Use the arrow keys to highlight the icon, and press [Enter] to launch the highlighted icon.
NOTE If the arrow keys do not highlight the desktop icons, the desktop may not be selected. Press
[Windows] to display the Start Menu, and select Desktop. Now the desktop will be “in focus” and
the arrow keys will highlight the icons.
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The Taskbar
The Workabout Pro4 is equipped with a taskbar at the bottom of the screen. It displays icons through which
you can view the battery capacity and radio signal quality of your unit. If the hand-held is attached to a charger
or cradle, an associated icon is displayed. In addition, the taskbar displays the application(s) currently running
on your unit.
The taskbar also displays active modifier keys: [SHIFT], [ALT], [CTRL], [FN/BLUE] and [FN/ORANGE]. Keys
that have been locked “on” are displayed with underlined letters. For example, if you have set the [CTRL] key
lock to “on” in the Keyboard menu and you press the key, it is displayed as an underlined ‘Ctrl’ in the taskbar.
(For detailed information on modifier keys and keyboard options, see The Keyboard on page 2-2).
• Tap and hold on an icon to display the icon's tooltip. Double-tap the icon to open the Control Panel dialog
box associated with the icon. For example, double-tap the battery icon to display a dialog box listing the
current battery capacity information.
On the keyboard:
• Tap on the [Start] button in the taskbar to display the Start Menu.
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• Highlight the Settings option, highlight Taskbar in the sub-menu, and press [Enter].
• Tap on the items you want to activate or deactivate. The check mark indicates active items.
• Highlight the options you want to activate, and press the [SPACE] key to select them. A check mark indi-
cates active items.
NOTE Tap on the item in the menu with which you want to work.
• Use the arrow keys to highlight a menu item, and press [Enter], or
• Type the underlined alpha character. For example, to display the Run dialog box, type the letter ‘r’.
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Programs
• Choose Programs to display a sub-menu of options. The programs displayed will be those resident in the
Windows\Programs folder of the computer.
This sub-menu allows you to choose Demo, Fusion Radio, Internet Command Prompt, installed applications
(e.g., Microsoft WordPad), Kiosk, Remote Desktop Connection, or Windows Explorer.
Demo
This folder contains the Scanner Demo, DemoScannerDemoSignature and Demo Sound applications can be
used to test how the hand-held reads barcodes. Demo Signature allows you to capture a signature written on
the screen with your stylus and save it to a file. Demo Sound allows you to record and playback sound files.
The ‘Sample Rate’ and the ‘Bits Per Sample’ are the rates at which the sound will be recorded. Sounds
recorded at the higher sample rate or bits per sample will be higher quality sound but will require more file
storage space. Lower sample rates and/or bits per sample produces a smaller file, but the sound quality
suffers. The record and play buttons operate the same as any recording device. The X icon deletes the sound
and the diskette icon allows you to save your sound.
Fusion
The Fusion application is used to configure the Workabout Pro4 802.11a/b/g/n radio for one or more wireless
network profiles.
Command Prompt
Command Prompt is used to access the DOS command prompt. At the prompt, you can type DOS commands
such as dir to display all the directories in the drive.
Internet Explorer
The Workabout Pro4 is equipped with Microsoft Internet Explorer for Windows Embedded CE. You can access
the Internet Options icon through the Start Menu under Settings>Control Panel or by double-tapping on the
desktop icon My Device and then, double-tapping on the Control Panel icon.
Microsoft WordPad
WordPad is a basic word processor used to create, edit, and print .rtf, .doc, and .txt files.
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Kiosk
Kiosk allows you to change the appearance and actions of the desktop from the default Windows Classic Shell
to the Kiosk shell.
Windows Explorer
The Windows Explorer installed on your Workabout Pro4 is consistent with all Windows Embedded CE
devices.
Shortcuts
System Tray
If your touchscreen is not enabled, you can use the System Tray option to access the icons in the taskbar at
the bottom of the screen. The taskbar displays indicators such as a radio signal icon. These indicators are
attached to dialog boxes that provide additional information.
When System Tray is chosen, the taskbar icons become accessible. To display the dialog box attached to
an icon:
Cycle Tasks
When Cycle Tasks is selected (and the Task Manager is not open), you can cycle through active applications.
Task Manager
The Task Manager allows you to switch to another task or to end an active task. To display the task
manager window:
Settings
The Settings sub-menu includes the following settings: Control Panel, Network and Dial-up Connections and
Taskbar and Start Menu.
Control Panel
The Control Panel contains applets used to configure hardware, the operating system and the shell. If your
Workabout Pro4 is running with the TekTerm application or another application, additional configuration applets
may appear in the Control Panel.
Run
Choosing the Run option from the Start Menu displays a dialog box in which you can enter the name of the
program, folder or document you want to open or launch.
Shutdown
The Shutdown menu includes these options: Suspend, Warm Reset and Cold Reset.
Suspend
The Suspend option suspends the Workabout Pro4 immediately. This is equivalent to turning the hand-held off.
Warm Reset
The Warm Reset option resets the hand-held, leaving all saved files and registry settings intact. Any unsaved
data is lost.
Cold Reset
The Cold Reset option resets the hand-held. Any files not stored in permanent memory are lost; however, the
registry settings are saved.
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NOTE The Workabout Pro4 will be reset if you choose to switch shells.
After resetting the Workabout Pro4, the desktop appearance will be very different. The programs are accessed
with finger (or stylus) taps and swipes. If there are more applications than shown on one screen, a white
animated dot will be present on the side of the screen in the direction of the next set of icons. Swiping the
screen to that direction will move the display to the next screen.
NOTE Although the Desktop appearance defaults to the “Ingenuity” theme, the theme is not changed
using the Kiosk Shell icon. To change themes, open the Shell Settings>Advanced menu in Kiosk
Access (see Shell Settings on page 3-43).
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Hold the stylus or your finger on the Active Tasks, Favourites, or Notifications Bar,
and swipe to the left or right to switch to the next screen.
Favourites Bar
Notifications Bar
A different program, Kiosk Access, enables you to customize your computer settings, remove or add shortcuts
to the Favourites Bar and Control Panel, and limit access to various different components on the computer and
the system tray icons for security. For details see Kiosk Access on page 3-41. To change your Desktop back-
ground, refer to Shell Settings on page 3-43.
Date/Time Bar
Tapping once on the date or time will open the Date/Time Properties settings to enable you to change your
settings and time zone.
Favourites Bar
The Favourites Bar replaces the Windows Classic Shell’s Desktop and Start Menu. These icons are the
program shortcuts from your Windows>Start Menu. Tapping once will open the program. If you tap and hold on
an icon, the application name is displayed.
Notifications Bar
This bar shows the run-time program notifications for Battery, Volume, Fusion, Phone or GPRS, and other noti-
fications for the programs you are running. This feature replaces the Taskbar of the Windows Classic Shell.
NOTE In order to use the SIP, turn on the automatic settings in Control Panel>Input Panel.
Kiosk Access
The Kiosk Access program allows you to open a different program, Kiosk, which enables you to customize
your computer settings, remove or add shortcuts to the Favourites Bar and Control Panel, and limit access to
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various different components on the computer and the system tray icons for security. For details see Kiosk
Access on page 3-41. To change your Desktop background, refer to Shell Settings on page 3-43.
To open Kiosk:
NOTE The Workabout Pro4 will be reset if you choose to switch shells.
General Maintenance
Caring for the Touchscreen
The touchscreen is covered with a thin, flexible polyester plastic sheet with a conductive coating on the inside.
The polyester can be permanently damaged by harsh chemicals and is susceptible to abrasions and
scratches. Using sharp objects on the touchscreen can scratch or cut the plastic, or crack the internal conduc-
tive coating. The chemicals listed below must not come into contact with the touchscreen:
• mustard
• ketchup
• sodium hydroxide
• concentrated caustic solutions
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• benzyl alcohol
• concentrated acids
If the touchscreen is used in harsh environments, consider applying a disposable screen protector (WA6113).
These covers reduce the clarity of the display slightly but will dramatically extend the useful life of the touch-
screen. When they become scratched and abraded, they are easily removed and replaced.
Do not to expose the touchscreen to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time. If this is unavoidable, use a
UV screen protector to extend the life of the screen.
IMPORTANT Do not immerse the unit in water. Dampen a soft cloth with mild detergent to wipe the
unit clean.
To prevent damage to the touchscreen, use only your finger or the stylus (pen) supplied
with your Workabout Pro4.
• Use only mild detergent or soapy water to clean the hand-held unit.
• Avoid abrasive cleaners, solvents or strong chemicals for cleaning. The Workabout Pro4 has a plastic case
that is susceptible to harsh chemicals. The plastic is partially soluble in oils, mineral spirits and gasoline.
The plastic slowly decomposes in strong alkaline solutions.
• Exposure to aircraft de-icing fluids can degrade the plastics on Workabout Pro4. If the Workabout Pro4 is
used near aircraft de-icing environments, regular rinsing with water is recommended.
• To clean ink marks from the keypad and touchscreen, use isopropyl alcohol.
CHAPTER 3 CONFIGURATION
CONFIGURATION 3
Overview of Software
The Workabout Pro4 programs and applications are accessed through two main areas from the Desktop Start
Menu: Programs and Settings>Control Panel. This chapter details the configuration for the major software from
both areas, listed alphabetically.
Software Advantage
Software Advantage is a collection of applications and features designed to support system administrators and
end users. These tools enable enterprises to customize the product to meet their needs and to maximize
productivity.
Microsoft Software
Windows CE 6.0 R3 is a 32-bit, real-time, multitasking Operating System. The OS features a small footprint,
with compatibility to port existing Win32 applications and Touch & Gesture support.
• Control Panel, where both Zebra Advantage and Microsoft applications are listed
• Internet Explorer Embedded
• Microsoft WordPad
• Remote Desktop Connection
• Windows Explorer
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When the Workabout Pro4 boots up, the startup desktop (Windows Classic Shell) is displayed, and any appli-
cations stored in the Startup folder start up immediately.
• Press the Windows icon in the taskbar to display the Start Menu.
• Tap on Settings>Control Panel.
The Control Panel folder contains icons used in the setup of your Workabout Pro4.
Bluetooth
Opens the Bluetooth Manager which provides options for configuring various Bluetooth peripherals. It also
provides the capability to use a Bluetooth-enabled cellular phone as a data modem to exchange information
with other Bluetooth devices and provide network access. While the Microsoft Bluetooth Manager stack is the
default, TweakIt can be used to switch to Stonestreet One BTExplorer.
Certificates
This program provides access to the Certificates Manager and Stores. The Certificates Manager displays the
certificates in the Windows Certificates Store, and allows you to import, delete, and view these certificates.
Certificates on page 3-2 directs you to the appropriate setup information.
DataWedge
DataWedge is a Zebra mobile device application that reads data from input devices and sends it as keystrokes
to consumer applications executing in the foreground on the mobile devices.
Date/Time
Allows you to set the current Month, Date, Time, and Time Zone on your unit.
Dialing
Specifies dialing settings, including area code, country code, dial type and the code to disable call waiting. You
can store multiple patterns — for example, Work, Home, and so on using this dialog box.
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Display
Changes the display backlight and the appearance (colour scheme) on the unit desktop.
Dr. Debug
Provides both error diagnostic and troubleshooting tools.
Error Reporting
Allows you to enable or disable Microsoft error reporting prompts.
Kiosk
Kiosk enables you to customize your computer settings, remove or add shortcuts to the desktop and Control
Panel, and lock down access to various different components on the computer and the system tray icons for
security. With Kiosk and Kiosk Shell (see The Kiosk Desktop Shell on page 2-20) you can customize the entire
look and feel of your User Experience.
Input Panel
Provides the framework for a Microsoft Soft Input Panel (SIP) should you need to design your own SIP, or
change some soft keyboard options.
Internet Options
Provides options to configure your Internet browser. You can determine items such as the default and search
page that the browser applies when connecting to the Internet, the cache size, the Internet connection options,
and the security level that is applied when browsing.
Keyboard
Toggles character repeat on and off and specifies delay and rate for repeated characters. It also allows you to
adjust the keyboard backlight threshold and intensity, and many other functions.
Manage Triggers
This utility allows you to define buttons as triggers for different devices. For example you would use this utility
to configure a button for the scanner, RFID reader, and camera.
Microphone
Enables you to adjust the gain for the specific microphones associated with your hand-held.
Owner
Provides fields in which you can specify owner information. A Notes tab allows additional information to be
entered and displayed when the unit is powered up. Network ID tab information is used to access network
resources. (This information should be provided by your System Administrator.)
PartnerUp
This app displays a number of pre-loaded applications. By tapping on an application in the list, you are taken to
the associated web site and allowed to install the application.
Password
Allows you to assign a password to restrict access to elements of the unit. Once assigned, password access
cannot be circumvented so it is important that you write down your password and keep it in a safe place.
PC Connection
Enables direct connection to a desktop computer (or through ActiveSync — see Data Transfer on page 1-6.
Selecting the Change Connection button allows you to change the type of direct connection to your PC.
Power
Displays battery pack power status. (Alternately, battery status can be accessed through the taskbar.) Addi-
tional tabs allow you to determine suspend states and specify a suspend threshold.
Remove Programs
Lists the programs that can be removed from your unit. To remove a program, select it and then click on the
Remove button.
Scanners
Provides scanner parameters and the barcode symbologies that the Workabout Pro4 barcode scanner will
successfully read.
Storage Manager
Allows you to view information about the storage devices that are present, such as SD-MMC flash cards. For
details, see Storage Manager on page 3-4.
Stylus
Adjusts how Windows Embedded CE recognizes your double-tap (as slow or rapid successive taps). In the
Calibration tab, you can recalibrate your touchscreen by tapping on the Recalibrate button and following the
directions on the screen.
System
You can display the system and memory properties, as well as create your device name. In the Memory tab,
you can allocate memory between storage memory and program memory.
System Properties
Identifies the computer software and hardware components, indicating which components are installed, their
version or part numbers, and whether they are enabled or disabled.
Total Recall
Provides access to a backup/restore and deployment utility to maintain applications and settings over cold
reboots and for multiple devices.
TweakIt
Allows you to change Advanced System Settings (interface, network, and servers), User System Settings
(display font size), and provides the Registry Editor.
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Wireless WAN
Provides access to technology like GSM/GPRS, which allows wide area networking capability such as internet
browsing via GSM/GPRS. It also provides access to the Phone API. For detailed information, see Appendix F:
Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Settings.
• Press the key you want to use to launch an application. (If an unsupported key is pressed, a message
appears on this screen letting you know.)
The cursor moves to the App field and a new screen is displayed where you can choose the application to
which you want to assign the application key. If you need to, you can Browse through the information in your
Workabout Pro4 until you locate the application you want to launch.
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• Once you’ve selected the file you want to map, tap on OK.
The cursor moves to the Data field. You can use this field if you need to need to define command line parame-
ters for your application. If you don’t want to assign any parameters, you can leave the Data field blank. If, for
example, you want to assign an application launch key to launch the WordPad application, you can leave this
field blank. If you want to assign an application launch key that will open a specific document in the WordPad
application, you need to browse to and choose that document while the cursor is in the Data field.
• Tap on OK.
• If you need to Edit, Remove or Add another App Launch Key, you can do it from this final screen. Other-
wise, tap on OK to save your Application Launch Key.
• To launch the application you chose, press the application key you assigned.
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Bluetooth® Setup
IMPORTANT By default, units with the Windows Embedded CE 6.0 operating system use the Microsoft
Bluetooth Manager stack described in this section. However, the Stonestreet One BTEx-
plorer is also available.
To switch from Microsoft Bluetooth to BTExplorer, use TweakIt to set the following registry
values:
1. [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\\SymbolBluetooth]
"SSStack"=dword:1
2. Warm reset
To switch from BTExplorer back to Microsoft Bluetooth, use TweakIt to set the following
registry values:
1. HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\\SymbolBluetooth]
"SSStack"=dword:0
2. Warm reset
Bluetooth is a global standard for wireless connectivity for digital devices and is intended for Personal Area
Networks (PAN). The technology is based on a short-range radio link that operates in the ISM band at 2.4 GHz.
When two Bluetooth-equipped devices come within a 10 metre (32 ft.) range of each other, they can establish
a connection. Because Bluetooth utilizes a radio-based link, it does not require a line-of-sight connection in
order to communicate.
Keep in mind that Bluetooth and IEEE 802.11g radios both operate in the 2.4GHz band. Although the Worka-
bout Pro4 includes features to minimize interference, performance of the system will not be optimal if you use
both radios simultaneously. Typically, when both radios operate in the hand-held at the same time, they cannot
transmit simultaneously — this has a negative impact on overall system throughput. To minimize the impact on
the backbone 802.11 network, Zebra recommends using Bluetooth peripherals that have low transaction rates
(such as printers and scanners).
Bluetooth peripherals are configured by choosing the Bluetooth icon in the Control Panel. In addition, review
the manual shipped with your Bluetooth device to determine the method used to associate with the
Workabout Pro4 host.
• In the Start>Settings>Control Panel, choose the Bluetooth icon to display the Bluetooth Manager screen.
The Bluetooth Manager allows users to search, pair and connect to other Bluetooth devices within their
personal area network.
The Bluetooth radio is disabled by default. Before you begin the setup process:
• Tap on the Mode tab, and tap in the check box next to Turn on Bluetooth. Tap on OK.
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When the radio is enabled, a Bluetooth icon appears on the taskbar at the bottom of the screen. It is ready
for setup.
Paired
This tab lists all paired devices and their corresponding services. The format of the name is <Device
Name>:<Service Name>. Additional information may appear in this screen such as the Port Numbers for Serial
Profiles service.
To learn how to scan for devices to pair, review Device on page 3-9.
NOTE If a service is actively paired and connected, the device and its services are displayed in bold
typeface in this list.
• Send File displays an Open File dialog box where the file to be sent can be selected. When the transmis-
sion begins, another dialog box tracks the progress of the file transmission.
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Device
In this tab, users can discover and display Bluetooth devices.
Clear removes all Bluetooth devices listed except those with currently paired and connected services.
NOTE To limit the number of devices listed to a particular type of device, refer to Filtering By Class of
Device (COD) on page 3-9, next section.
This menu allows you to filter the displayed devices by their COD. If, for example, you choose Computer from
this menu, only the devices that have the matching Computer COD value will be displayed. Choosing All lists
all detected devices.
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The Device pop-up menu allows you to pair a device, update a device name or delete a device from the list.
Pair begins the pairing process by querying the services and profiles of the discovered device. An authentica-
tion dialog box is displayed the first time a Bluetooth device is paired.
Refresh Name repeats the device name inquiry, updating the name. This command is useful if a device is listed
without a name (unknown), or if a device name has been changed remotely.
Pairing a Device
To pair devices:
• Follow the manufacturer instructions to place the remote device in pairing mode.
• Choose the Devices tab and Scan for devices in your area.
• When the scan is complete, tap on the device to which you want to pair.
• In the pop-up Device menu, tap on Pair.
• If the remote device has authentication enabled, type the PIN in this dialog box.
• To proceed without authentication, tap on Next.
After entering the device PIN, the Services dialog appears with a list of services available for that device.
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• Click in the check box to the left of the service to activate it.
• Click on Done.
Services that require more information present a configuration dialog box. Serial Profile is an example.
This dialog box offers a number of additional options such as enabling Encryption and selecting four different
Modes: Serial, ActiveSync, Scanner, and Printer Port.
Scanner is used to create a connection to a barcode scanner. A serial connection is created, then
the Scanner Services is notified of the connection so that the incoming barcode scan will be forwarded
to Scanner Services directly.
Printer Port must be chosen here if you want to communicate with a paired Bluetooth printer. For further
details, see Mode on page 3-12.
• Once you’ve completed the information, tap on Next and then in the Services screen, click on Done.
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Servers
When a remote Bluetooth device initiates a Bluetooth connection to the Workabout Pro4, the remote device is
considered the Bluetooth master and the hand-held, the Bluetooth slave. In order for the remote device to
connect to the hand-held, the Workabout Pro4 must offer a service in the form of a server. The Servers tab
allows these services to be enabled and configured. There are three server services available: Serial, Scanner
and OBEX OPP.
Serial server enables the Serial Port Profile server; a Serial Port can be selected from the drop-down menu.
You can assign either a BSP or a COM prefix from the drop-down menu. BSP (Bluetooth Serial Port) was
created by Microsoft to allow Bluetooth to have its own serial prefix in order to free up virtual COM prefixes as
these are limited and are widely used.
NOTE Even after a Serial Port Profile server is created, an application must open the created port before
a remote device can connect.
Scanner server enables a Serial Port Profile server and then relays it to the Scanner Service (SCS). This is
used for Bluetooth barcode scanners that operate in client mode. SCS opens the server port and handles the
scanner input.
OBEX OPP server enables the Object Push Profile server. A warm reset must be performed on the Workabout
Pro4 after a change is made to this option. The OPP Server allows other Bluetooth devices to send files to
this device.
Mode
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Discoverable determines whether the Workabout Pro4 is visible or invisible to other devices.
Printer Port allows you to assign and enable a virtual outgoing COM port selected from the drop-down menu
to communicate with a paired Bluetooth printer. Keep in mind that when a port is chosen, the printer must be on
and connected to the chosen port for a remote device to be able to connect.
• Select a port within the Printer Port drop-down list, e.g. BSP1:
• Check the Printer Port check box.
• Open the Device tab and tap on Scan.
• Tap-and-hold each Bluetooth Printer device entry and then select Pair, key-in the Pass code (if needed)
and then tap Done. DO NOT select any services!
• Close the Bluetooth Manager.
• Select the Bluetooth device to print to — you will need to key-in (or programmatically raise) the following
key sequence [CTRL] [ALT] [F1].
• You can now select the Bluetooth device to which you wish to print.
About
Device Name displays the broadcasted name of the hand-held. The name can be changed in the System
Properties applet: Start>Settings>Control Panel>System icon>Device Name tab.
Local Address displays the MAC address (BD_Addr) of the Bluetooth chip.
HCI Version & LMP Version display the version of the chip firmware.
Component indicates the version of the Bluetooth Subsystem (the manager, drivers, etc).
4. To set up the Internet parameters, choose the Network And Dial-up Connections icon from the
Control Panel.
6. In the Make New Connection dialog box, choose Dial-Up Connection. Enter a name for your GPRS
network connection.
8. In the drop-down menu labelled Select a modem, choose the name of the modem with which you want
to connect, and then choose the Configure button to display the Device Properties dialog box.
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The Workabout Pro4 communicates via Bluetooth to your Bluetooth equipped cellular telephone and
retrieves the parameters for the Device Properties dialog box. Workabout Pro4 then disconnects.
9. Under the Call Options tab, turn off Cancel the call if not connected within, and press [Enter] to
save your changes.
10. In the Modem dialog box, choose the Next button to display the Phone Number dialog box.
The phone number you enter is network carrier dependent. Once you’ve specified all the necessary infor-
mation, choose the Finish button.
11. In the Control Panel, choose the Dialing icon.
12. The values in the Dialing Properties dialog box need to be edited according to your network
carrier specifications.
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Once you’ve edited this dialog box to reflect your network carrier requirements, press [Enter] to save
your changes.
13. At this point, return to the Control Panel, and choose the Network and Dial-up Connections icon.
14. In the network connection window, the new network configuration — in this case, New Connection is
displayed. Tap on the new icon.
When you tap on your new connection, an onscreen message indicates the status of your connection:
connected, disconnected, error messages, and so on.
Certificates
This program provides access to the Certificate Manager and Stores. The Certificate Manager displays the
certificates in the Windows Certificate Store, and allows you to import, delete, and view these certificates.
Workabout Pro4 checks that the certificate has been digitally signed by a certification authority that the Worka-
bout Pro4 explicitly trusts. This option is used in conjunction with 802.1x authentication to enhance Workabout
Pro4 security.
Your Workabout Pro4 has certificates preinstalled in the computer. My Certificates is the repository for the
personal certificate store on the device, Other Authorities is the repository for the intermediate certificate store,
and Trusted Authorities is the repository for the Trusted Root certificate store.
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You can import or remove certificates, and view certificate information for any listing, including names, dates,
serial numbers, etc.
For a detailed description about Certificate setup for both the server and client-side devices (Workabout Pro4
Hand-Held Computers), refer to the following web site:
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/windowsserver/dd448615.aspx
For Windows XP SP2 operating systems or earlier, Microsoft® ActiveSync® connectivity software can be used
to connect your Workabout Pro4 to PCs.
If the Windows Vista®, Windows 7 or later, operating system is installed in your PC, ActiveSync is not required
to transfer data between your Workabout Pro4 and your PC.
By using a single bay USB cradle with your Workabout Pro4, you can connect to a PC with a cable to:
NOTE If you use a serial port to connect devices like the Workabout Pro4 to your desktop computer, the
connection may not succeed because ActiveSync has trouble connecting at non-default baud
rates.
To work around this problem, set the ActiveSync baud rate on the desktop to use the same baud
rate as the device. You can set the baud rate by editing the registry on the desktop host com-
puter, as detailed in the steps outlined at the following website:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/324466
To install ActiveSync, follow the step-by-step instructions provided with the program’s setup wizard. For details,
go to the following web site and type the name into the search box:
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/default.aspx
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http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/default.aspx
• Tap on Start>Computer to display the drives. The Workabout Pro4 will be visible here.
• Open drives, files and folders as you would on your PC.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/default.aspx
• Tap on Start>Computer to display the drives. Workabout Pro4 will be visible here.
• Open drives, files and folders as you would on your PC.
DataWedge
DataWedge is a mobile device application that allows any application to receive data from barcode, RFID,
magnetic stripe and serial devices.
• Tap on Start>Settings, and then tap on System followed by the DataWedge icon.
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Scanner Services
NOTE For detailed information about this application, refer to Appendix C: Scanner Settings.
IMPORTANT The default barcode application is DataWedge. If you prefer to use the Scanner Ser-
vices application, you’ll need to take a few extra steps to display the icon. Follows the
steps in the bulleted points below.
• Under the Advanced tab, tap on Advanced Services Settings, and double-tap on Scanner Services.
• In the Scanner Services dialog box, uncheck Use DataWedge (Uncheck for Psion Legacy).
• Press and hold down the [FN/BLUE] and [Power] buttons to reset the unit.
IMPORTANT To enable a newly-installed scanner, press and hold down the [FN/BLUE] key and the
[Power] button simultaneously for a minimum of three seconds.
Display Properties
• In the Control Panel, choose the Display icon.
Background
• In the Display Properties dialog box, open the Background tab. This dialog box allows you to customize
your background image.
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Appearance
• In the Display Properties dialog box, open the Appearance tab. This dialog box allows you to customize
the display colour scheme.
Backlight
The backlight is activated for a configurable amount of time. The Display Properties dialog box in the Control
Panel allows you to specify the intensity of the backlight along with how long the backlight remains on when the
unit is not in use (no key press, scanner trigger, etc.).
NOTE Keep in mind that this option may be restricted to supervisory use only.
NOTE Backlight changes take effect immediately. You do not need to reset the unit.
To maximize battery run time, keep the display backlight brightness and active durations as low
as possible.
Intensity
This parameter is used to adjust the light intensity of the Workabout Pro4 backlight. Sliding the bar to the left
lowers the light intensity, and sliding it to the right raises the intensity.
Bright For
The value chosen from this drop-down menu determines the duration of time that the backlight stays on at the
configured intensity after the last user action (keypress, scan trigger).
Dim For
The value chosen from this drop-down menu determines the duration of time that the backlight stays on at half
the configured intensity (dimmed backlight) after expiration of the Bright For delay and as long as no user
action takes place (such as a keypress or scan trigger). At the expiration of the Dim For duration, the display
backlight shuts off.
Dr. Debug
Dr. Debug is an error diagnostic and troubleshooting tool.
Status
This tab indicates the status (on/off) of the debug engines. Tapping on Browse logs displays error logs for
your review. The logs should be used as reference when working with Zebra Technical Support personnel.
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Utilities
The Utilities tab can be used to log network traffic. When you tap on the Start button, debug data is collected
so that, if necessary, it can be forwarded to a Zebra technician for evaluation.
Settings
Error Reporting
Error Reporting allows you to enable or disable Microsoft error reporting prompts.
GPS Tab
The GPS tab provides two options for the GPS Source depending on the radio installed in the unit: On-board
GPS if a WiFi radio is installed or WAN GPS if a PH8 radio is installed.
NOTE Leave GPS on in suspend is only available with the WAN GPS source. If this option is enabled,
the GPS remains on even when the hand-held is in suspend mode to provide better satellite fix
response time.
On-Board GPS
Enable SBAS
SBAS (Satellite Based Augmentation System) downloads satellite ephemeris (orbital) data to the hand-held,
increasing the likelihood of finding and keeping a fix in poor coverage areas.
Enable SUPL
Enabling SUPL (Secure User Plane Location) is an IP based protocol for Assisted GPS to receive information
of GPS satellites quickly via IP rather than the slower process over GPS satellite signalling.
User ID Type
IMSI (International Mobile Subscriber Identity) is used to identify the device on a cellular network. It is also
used to identify the radio on the network. To protect the identity of the radio subscriber, this signal is rarely sent
out.
MSISDN (Mobile Station International Subscriber Directory Number) reads the phone number of the SIM card
to identify the subscriber. IMSI is often used as a key in the subscriber database while MSISDN is the number
normally dialled to connect a call to the device. A SIM has a unique IMSI that does not change, while the
MSISDN can change in time – different MSISDNs can be associated with one SIM.
WAN GPS
Enable AGPS
AGPS (Assisted Global Positioning System) reduces the fix time and increases the likelihood of finding and
keeping a fix in poor coverage areas. AGPS downloads satellite ephemeris (orbital) data to the hand-held peri-
odically through the radio. The downloaded data is used by the GPS module to speed the process of getting
a fix.
Programs
This tab allows the communication port for GPS data to be defined.
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Input Panel
The Workabout Pro4 is equipped with a Soft Input Panel (SIP). Shown below is the standard Microsoft SIP,
accessed from the Control Panel.
Soft Keyboard
Input Panel
Button Icon
Tapping on the Input Panel button displays a soft input panel (soft keyboard) that can be customized using the
Input Panel dialog box.
IMPORTANT If the Input Panel button icon is not visible in the taskbar, from the Start menu, tap on
Settings>Taskbar and Start Menu. Tap the check box next to Show Input Panel Button.
To remove this icon from the taskbar, tap in the check box to erase the check mark.
The soft keyboard operates just like a standard keyboard except that rather than pressing a key, you tap on
letters, numbers, modifier keys, etc. on the Workabout Pro4 screen.
• Tap on the Options button to change the appearance of your soft keyboard.
NOTE You can also display this dialog box by double-tapping on the Input icon in the far-right corner of
the taskbar.
Keyboard Properties
This icon displays the Keyboard Properties dialog box in which you can adjust the repeat rate of the keys, the
intensity of the keyboard backlight and the behaviour of the [FN] and [SYM] modifier keys. This dialog box also
allows you to define macro keys and Unicode characters.
Key Repeat
Repeat Delay
The value assigned for this parameter determines the delay in milliseconds between repeat characters. Sliding
the Repeat Delay bar to the left increases the delay between key repeats, and sliding the bar to the right
shortens the repeat delay time.
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Repeat Rate
The value assigned for the Repeat Rate parameter determines how quickly the key you press repeats and is
measured in characters per second (cps). Sliding the bar to the left slows the repeat rate, and sliding the bar to
the right increases the repeat rate.
NOTE Use the field at the bottom of this dialog box to test the repeat delay and rate settings you’ve
chosen.
Keyboard Backlight
• In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the Backlight tab.
Intensity
This parameter is used to adjust the light intensity of the Workabout Pro4 keyboard backlight. Sliding the bar to
the left darkens the keyboard backlight intensity, and sliding it to the right lightens the intensity.
NOTE The keypad backlight maximum brightness will decrease over time as it ages. Use mid-range
intensity settings when possible to extend the backlight lifespan. When the backlight starts to
dim, use this parameter to make it brighter.
ON For
The value chosen from this drop-down menu determines the duration of time that the keyboard backlight stays
on after the last user action (keypress or scan trigger).
NOTE Tapping in the check box next to When using external power, keep the backlight always ON
forces the keypad backlight to remain on when the unit is operating with external power.
The options in this tab allow you to determine how modifier keys on your Workabout Pro4 behave. For each
modifier key — [ALT], [SHIFT], [CTRL], [FN/BLUE], and [FN/ORANGE] — you have the following options in the
drop-down menu: Lock, OneShot, and OneShot/Lock.
NOTE Keep in mind that checking the taskbar lets you know whether or not these keys are locked on.
For example, if the [FN/BLUE] key is locked on, the taskbar at the bottom of the screen displays
it underlined. If this key is displayed without the underline in the taskbar, you’ll know that the key
is not locked. It will become inactive following a key press.
IMPORTANT Once you’ve assigned a One Shot mode to a modifier key, you need to tap on the OK
button at the top of the tab to activate your selection.
Lock
If you choose Lock from the drop-down menu, pressing a modifier key once locks it on until you press the
modifier key a second time to unlock or turn it off.
OneShot
If you choose OneShot, the modifier key remains active only until the next key is pressed.
OneShot/Lock
OneShot/Lock allows you to combine these functions. When you choose this option and you press the modifier
key once, it remains active only until the next key is pressed.
If you press the modifier key twice, it is locked on, remaining active until the modifier key is pressed a third time
to turn it off.
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Macro Keys
• In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the Macros tab.
A macro key is a single keypress that can be configured to output up to 200 characters (including [ENTER],
[BACKSPACE], [DEL], function keys, arrow keys, etc.). This feature can save time and effort when entering
frequently used key sequences. For example, a macro key can be programmed to output a standard signature,
such as “Sincerely yours, Bob” with a single keypress.
For all keyboard types, you can program up to 15 macro keys. Some Workabout Pro4 keyboards have macros
keys ([M1], [M2] and so on) that are physically present on the keyboard. When you record a macro sequence
and assign it to one of these predetermined macro keys, pressing that key (e.g., [M1]) executes the macro and
sends the programmed key sequence to the hand-held as if it were entered from the keyboard.
• In the Macro menu highlight a macro key number, for example macro 1, to assign a macro to macro key
[M1]. Choose the Record button.
• Type the macro sequence you want to assign to the Macro key. You can type text and numbers, and you
can program the function of special keys into a macro.
• When you’ve finished recording your macro sequence, press the key sequence: [CTRL] [ALT] [Enter], or
choose the Stop Recording button.
A new screen Verify Macro displays the macro sequence you created. The Save button is highlighted.
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• Press [Enter] to save your macro, or highlight CANCEL and press [Enter] to discard it.
Executing a Macro
To execute a macro:
Deleting a Macro
To delete a macro:
• In the Macros tab, highlight the macro number you want to delete.
• Choose the Delete button.
Unicode Mapping
• In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the Unicode Mapping tab.
The Unicode Mapping tab is used to map combinations of virtual key values and [CTRL] and [SHIFT] states to
Unicode™ values. This tab shows the configured Unicode character along with the Unicode value. For
example, the sample screen above shows “a (U+0061)” indicating that the character “a” is represented by the
Unicode value “0061”, and so on. Keep in mind that Unicode configurations are represented as hexadecimal
rather than decimal values.
All user-defined Unicode mappings are listed in the Unicode Mapping tab in order of virtual key value, and then
by order of the shift state. If a Unicode mapping is not listed, the Unicode mapping is mapped to the default
Unicode value.
IMPORTANT Changes to Unicode mappings are not saved until you exit the Keyboard Properties
dialog box.
2. Highlight a value in the Unicode mapping list. In the sample screen above, a value will be assigned to
virtual key 0 (VK 0).
3. Position the cursor in the Unicode Mapping field, and type a Unicode value for the highlighted key.
NOTE To add a shifted state, [SHIFT] and/or [CTRL], press [TAB] to position the cursor in the check
box next to SHIFT Pressed and/or CTRL Pressed. Press [SPACE] to select the shift state you
want to assign.
Scancode Remapping
A scancode is a number that is associated with a physical key on a keyboard. Every key has a unique scan-
code that is mapped to a virtual key, a function or a macro. Scancode Remapping allows you to change the
functionality of any key on the keyboard. A key can be remapped to send a virtual key (e.g. VK_F represents
the F key; VK_RETURN represents the [Enter] key, etc.), perform a function (e.g. turn the scanner on, change
volume, etc.) or run a macro.
There are four different tables of scancode mappings: Normal, Orange, Blue, and Shift.
The Normal table defines unmodified key presses; the Blue table defines key presses that occur when the
[FN/BLUE] modifier is on; the Orange table defines key presses that occur when the [FN/ORANGE] modifier is
on. The default mappings of these scancodes can be overwritten for each of these three tables using the Scan-
code Remapping tab accessed from the Keyboard Properties dialog box.
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The first column in the Scancode Remapping tab displays the scancodes in hexadecimal. If the scancode is
remapped to a virtual key, that virtual key is displayed in the next column labelled V-Key. A virtual key that is
Shifted or Unshifted is displayed in the third column labelled Function.
If the scancode is remapped to a function or a macro, the first and second columns remain blank while the third
column contains the function name or macro key number (e.g., Macro 2).
Adding a Remap
To add a new remapping:
NOTE The Label field displays the default function of the scancode you are remapping.
The drop-down menu under Key Modifier: allows you to define to what the scan code will be remapped: Virtual
Key, Function or Macro.
When one of the Virtual Key options is selected, you can choose to force [SHIFT] to be on or off when the
virtual key is sent. If No Force is selected, the shift state is dependent on whether the shift state is on or off at
the time the virtual key is sent.
When Function Key is selected, a list of valid functions appears in the dialog box.
When Macro is selected, the macro keys available on your unit are listed in the dialog box.
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• Choose one of the Virtual Key options, the Function Key option or the Macro Key option.
• Choose a function from the Function list in the dialog box, and tap on OK.
• In the Scancode Remapping tab, tap on the remap you want to edit.
• Tap on the Edit button, and make the appropriate changes.
• Tap on OK to save your changes.
Removing a Remap
To delete a remap:
• In the Scancode Remapping tab, highlight the scancode you want to delete, and tap on the
Remove button.
• Tap on OK.
Lock Sequence
The Lock Sequence menu allows you to lock the Workabout Pro4 keyboard to prevent keys from being
pressed accidentally when, for example, the unit is inserted in a holster.
• To lock the keyboard, tap in the check box next to Enable key lock sequence.
• Tap in the check box next to Keyboard locked at startup.
• In the Key sequence drop-down menu, choose the key sequence you will need to type to unlock
the keyboard.
NOTE It is useful to leave the Show popup message enabled (default) so that anyone attempting to use
the keyboard will see the key sequence they will need to enter to unlock the keyboard displayed
on the screen.
A locked keyboard icon is displayed in the taskbar when the keyboard is locked.
Manage Triggers
Allows users to configure how barcode scanners and other devices such as RFID readers are triggered. You
can configure the trigger ID for each trigger button for both single- and double-click, and the double-click time.
Trigger Mappings
A trigger mapping is an association between a particular key on the keyboard and a driver or application, the
module(s) — sometimes referred to as “trigger consumer(s)” — of the trigger source. Along with keyboard
keys, the external trigger (scan button) is software-based. When the specified key is pressed, the owner (for
example, a decoded scanner) is sent a message.
IMPORTANT It is not possible to have two or more identical mappings — for example [F1] cannot be
mapped to the Non-Decoded Scanner twice — even if the trigger type is different.
A keyboard key that is used as a trigger source will no longer generate key data, or
perform its normal function. For example, if the space button is used as a trigger source,
it will not be able to send space characters to applications.
Double-Click
When a key is pressed and released, then pressed again within the configured time (between 0 to 1000 msec),
a double-click occurs. See also Trigger-Press Type on page 3-36.
Add
Tapping this button brings up the Add Mapping dialog (see next section), so that you can add new
trigger mappings.
Edit
Tapping this button brings up the Edit Mapping dialog (see Add and Edit Trigger Mapping on page 3-35), so
that you can edit existing trigger mappings.
Remove
Tapping this button removes an existing mapping.
OK
The OK button in the top right of the Manage Triggers screen saves all changes made. If the cancel button X is
tapped instead, or the [ESC] key is pressed, all changes made will be discarded.
Trigger Key
This drop-down list allows you to specify the source of the trigger events, such as the Soft Scan, Left Scan,
etc., for the trigger module selected.
NOTE It is possible to map the same source to different modules (trigger consumers) – for example,
to both the Imager and Non-Decoded Scanner. If so, both devices/operations will occur simulta-
neously. This is not recommended in most cases, especially with devices such as Imagers or
RFID Readers.
It is also possible to map different sources to the same module (trigger consumer) – for example,
two different trigger keys can be mapped to the RFID File System.
Add Key
Only existing trigger sources are shown in the Source combo-box. To add a new source to this list, tap on the
Add Key button. A dialog will pop up and allow you to select the keyboard key to use as a trigger source.
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Trigger-Press Type
You can enable either an Up/Down or Double Click response to a trigger press. Normally, when a trigger
(keyboard key, etc.) is pressed and released, a trigger down event is sent to the owner — that is, the applica-
tion receiving the trigger press information — followed by a trigger up. If Double Click is chosen in this menu,
when the trigger is pressed, released, and then pressed again, a double-click event will have occurred. If a
mapping with the type Up/Down has also been configured for the same source, it will only receive the first set
of trigger events.
Module Trigger
This identifies the driver or application receiving the trigger presses.
Microphone
• In the Control Panel, choose the Microphone icon. Use this dialog box to adjust the gain for the specific
microphones associated with your hand-held.
• Tap on the drop-down menu, and choose the microphone for which you want to adjust the gain.
• Slide the microphone tab to the left to decrease the gain and to the right to increase the gain.
Tapping on the Default button sets the current microphone you’ve chosen to the default gain. Tapping on
Default All sets all microphones listed to their default gain.
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TekTerm Client
TekTerm Client is a powerful emulation application ideally suited for real time data transaction applications
associated with mainframes and servers. The Workabout Pro4 includes unique features that support TekTerm,
a Zebra application that has the ability to maintain multiple simultaneous sessions with a variety of host
computers. For detailed information, please refer to the Open TekTerm Software User Manual, PN 8000073.
PartnerUp
This app displays a number of pre-loaded applications. Tapping on an app in the list takes you to an associated
web site.
The operator can then install the application. If a license is required, it can be obtained by sending an e-mail to
the software license mailbox or by contacting a Sales Representative from the contact web page.
http://www.zebra.com/US-EN/Pages/Contact_Us
Tapping on a preloaded client in this screen displays a drop-down menu from which the operator can choose
from an array of related options.
Power Properties
This icon displays a Power Properties dialog box that indicates the battery capacity and allows you to manage
battery use.
Battery Capacity
• In the Power Properties dialog box, open the Battery tab to view battery details.
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Power Source
This drop-down menu allows you to specify whether the unit is using AC Power or Battery Power.
Suspend Timeout
IMPORTANT Zebra recommends setting the Suspend value to 3 minutes. To further reduce power
consumption, carefully consider the duration of time that the display backlight is on (see
Backlight on page 3-20).
When the Workabout Pro4 is idle — not receiving any user input (a key touch, a scan, and so on) or system
activity (serial data, an activity initiated by an application, and so on) — the hand-held uses the value assigned
in the Suspend Timeout field to determine when the unit will go to sleep (appear to be off).
When the time in the Suspend Timeout field elapses without any activity, the unit enters suspend state. In
suspend state, the Workabout Pro4 CPU enters a sleep state, and wireless communication is shut off. The
state of the device (RAM contents) is preserved. Pressing [Enter] wakes the system from suspend state.
The Suspend Threshold adjustment tells the system when to shut down when the battery drains. If you choose
Maximum Operating Time, the unit will run until the battery is completely empty; the RAM is only backed up for
a short period of time. If you choose Maximum Backup Time, the hand-held shuts off with more energy left in
the battery so RAM can be backed up for a longer period of time.
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IMPORTANT Selecting Maximum backup time will reserve approximately 20% of the battery
capacity for memory backup. Once the battery is drained, the system RAM memory
is lost and the unit must cold boot.
In most real-time transaction environments this is not a problem (it only takes a few
seconds to cold boot). Batch transaction environments, where data is not saved to a
non-volatile memory (such as an SD FLASH card), may need to pay particular atten-
tion to this parameter. Zebra does not recommend the storage of any valuable data in
system RAM.
The Workabout Pro4 Windows Embedded CE 6.0 environment does not store any
critical data in RAM (such as the registry or file system).
If your application does not save data to RAM, Zebra recommends keeping the
Suspend Threshold setting as low as possible to maximize battery run time.
The Estimated Battery Backup is the amount of battery power that has been reserved or set aside to protect
data until a charged battery can be installed in the hand-held. When the battery capacity is depleted up to the
Estimated Battery Backup reserve specified in the Suspend Threshold menu, the Workabout Pro4 shuts off
automatically and uses the reserve power to preserve the data stored on the computer. Once the Workabout
Pro4 shuts down, it cannot be switched on until a fresh battery is installed, or the unit is inserted in a cradle.
• Slide the Suspend Threshold button to the right to increase the battery capacity reserved for backup pur-
poses. Data will be preserved to a maximum of 124 hours.
• Slide the Suspend Threshold button to the left to decrease the power reserved for backup purposes; this
increases the Workabout Pro4 operating time — the amount of time the unit will operate before shutting
down — but reduces the power reserved for backup purposes to a minimum of 24 hours.
The internal super-capacitor will protect the data stored in the computer while the battery is swapped for a fully
charged one.
IMPORTANT Once the battery is removed, the super-capacitors will preserve the data stored on the
Workabout Pro4 for approximately 4 minutes. It is critical that you install a charged
battery before this time elapses.
Advanced
• In the Power Properties dialog box, open the Advanced tab.
Wakeup Sources
• In the Power Properties dialog box, open the WakeUp Sources tab.
This dialog box allows you to choose the actions that will wake your unit from a suspend state.
Battery Health
The Battery Health service provides an estimate of battery health based on a number of different measure-
ments, beyond just capacity.
IMPORTANT Battery Health is an estimate and should not be depended on to provide a 100% account
of battery condition.
• In the Power Properties dialog box, open the Battery Health tab.
Kiosk Access
Kiosk Access enables you to customize your computer settings, remove or add shortcuts to the desktop and
Control Panel, and limit access to various different components on the computer and the system tray icons
for security.
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NOTE The Desktop theme can be changed from the default Windows Classic Shell to the Kiosk Shell
either in the Kiosk Access settings (see Other Shell Themes on page 3-44) or by tapping on the
Desktop icon Kiosk Shell (see The Kiosk Desktop Shell on page 2-20).
When opening the Kiosk application, the Kiosk Access dialog will come up that enables you to either proceed
to the Kiosk Settings menus, or change from you current Access mode to the other (Administrator or User).
The computer must be reset following a change, and a confirmation will appear to enable you to continue or
dismiss the change.
When opening the Kiosk Settings option, the following menus will be available:
Administrator Password
By setting an Administrator Password, you can limit access to various different components on the computer
and the system tray icons for security. The default security setting allows User access to all options, therefore
restrictions and settings can be configured without setting a password.
NOTE If a setting or restriction is configured without setting an Administrator password, the following
message is displayed: “!Administrator password is currently not set.” Once a password has been
set, the message will disappear.
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When an administrator password is set, the restricted options are accessed using a key combination. If a pass-
word has been set, the user would be prompted for the password.
The option Show Password changes the displayed password from hidden (***) to readable.
Shell Settings
The Shell Settings application has two menus: Applications and Advanced.
Applications
The Applications menu lists all the applications installed on the computer, alphabetically. The items checked in
this view are shown on the Desktop.
The Add and Edit buttons allow you to search for and add an application to the list of items in the selection
window. You can add a maximum of 18 applications, after which the Add option will be greyed out and the
following message is displayed: “!Maximum 18 entries reached.”
When you select an application and tap on Edit, you will see fields for Command, Parameters, and Display
Name.
• Command: The Command field is prefilled with the path and name of the executable (.exe) or corre-
sponding link (.lnk). If the selected file can’t be found (e.g. external memory card has been removed,
files have been deleted), a message will be displayed at the bottom of the screen: These files cannot
be found.
• Parameters: The Parameters option provides the option of adding extra parameters to the application
(for .exe files only, not .lnk). For example, if the Command field is running pword.exe (Microsoft Word-
Pad), the Parameters field could specify a document to open.
• Display name: This is an editable field which is prefilled with the name of the application.
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Advanced
The Applications menu allows you to enable or disable some device functions.
The following options can be enabled or disabled in the Windows Classic Shell Desktop theme:
• Start Menu Bar: If disabled, access to both Start Menu and Notifications are disabled. The Notification
tooltips will still display. Any changes made will occur after a device reset.
• Start Button: If disabled, access to the Start Button and Notifications are disabled. The Notification tool-
tips will still display.
NOTE If “Disable access to the Start Button” is selected, but the “Kiosk Access by Key Sequence”
remains unchecked, you will see the following status-message “!A Key Sequence is required
when the Start Button is disabled.”, the check box will be auto-checked, and the focus will be set
to the key-sequence selection.
The following options can be enabled or disabled in the Kiosk Shell Desktop themes (shown in the drop-down
list as Windows Classic Shell, Clear_Run, Ingenuity, Active_Glow, and Flip_Side_Blue):
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NOTE The Desktop theme can be changed from the default Windows Classic Shell to one of the Kiosk
themes shown here — but by tapping on the Desktop icon Kiosk Shell (see The Kiosk Desktop
Shell on page 2-20), the “Ingenuity” theme is automatically loaded. The computer must be reset in
order for the shell to change.
• Use this picture as the background: You can select a picture as the Desktop background.
• Notifications: If disabled, the Notifications tooltips will still display.
• Launch an application Startup: A window is displayed listing all of the installed and added applica-
tions. Any applications selected will startup after a reboot.
• Administrator Key Sequence: Sets the key sequence to open Kiosk Access.
Restrictions
This section deals with items that are by default available to users but can be restricted by an administrator.
Advanced
The Advanced menu lists the system features you can restrict or block.
Notifications
The Notifications menu allows you to block or disable notifications.
• You have the option of setting the entire applet or specific tabs within the applet as hidden or accessible.
Any applet that can’t be set is greyed out.
• You can add a maximum of 18 applications, after which the following message is displayed: “!Maximum 18
entries reached.”
Import/Export to File
This option enables you to Export your settings file (.xml), and save it in the location of your choice. In addition,
an Administrator has the option to Import these settings from one device to multiple devices of the same oper-
ating system.
IMPORTANT A copy of this file should also be saved in a central repository for all Zebra .xml files with a
predefined name so that other Zebra utilities can locate it.
Tapping on the Export button will display a “Save As” Export Settings dialog, with the default name Kiosk_Set-
tings.xml, which the Administrator can change even after it has been saved.
The .xml file contains all of the Kiosk configured settings, including the Administrator Password. When the file
is imported to a device, the new password is applied immediately.
• Whether choosing to import or export files, the same file location options under My Device will be listed.
Following the action, a message stating the success of the operation and the location of the file will
be displayed.
• With the exception of the password, changes made to settings will take effect only after a warm reset. If
further changes to the configuration are made, they will overwrite the changes caused by the import oper-
ation. After importing a file, a dialog will appear to enable you to reset now or later.
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Refer to the following web site for step-by-step information about setting up this connection:
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-CA/windows7/products/features/remote-desktop-connection or Zebra
Customer Support at: http://www.zebra.com/support.
Storage Manager
The Storage Manager allows you to view information about the storage devices that are present in the Worka-
bout Pro4, such as SD-MMC flash cards and Compact Flash cards.
All partitions and information on the card will be erased during the formatting process.
Creating Partitions
Once the card is formatted, new partitions can be created in it. The default is to create one partition that occu-
pies the whole card, but a card can be divided into more than one partition if desired. Each partition appears as
a separate folder in Windows Explorer.
1. Press the New button next to the Partitions list box. The Create New Partition dialog box appears:
The new partition is automatically mounted. This is indicated by an asterisk (*) next to its name in the partition
list. Any unallocated space on the card is indicated at the left, and additional partitions can be created in it.
Partition Management
Partitions can be individually dismounted, mounted, deleted, or formatted as well. These and additional tasks
are available from the Partition Properties dialog:
To dismount a partition:
To delete a partition:
To format a partition:
To mount a partition:
The Partition Properties dialog has buttons for additional functions. Partitions can be defragmented, and their
file structure can be scanned.
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Stylus Properties
NOTE Touchscreen calibration may not be enabled on your unit. If your screen appears to require reca-
libration, contact your supervisor.
Double-Tap
• In the Double-Tap menu, follow the directions to tailor the sensitivity of the stylus when you tap on
the touchscreen.
Calibration
Touchscreens rarely require recalibration. However, if your touchscreen has never been calibrated or if you find
that the stylus pointer is not accurate when you tap on an item, follow the directions below.
• Choose the Calibration tab, and then tap on the Recalibrate button.
• Follow the directions in the Calibration tab to recalibrate the screen You will be prompted to save the cali-
bration data.
NOTE If you do not receive a prompt to save your data, there could be a problem with your touchscreen
hardware. Contact your Zebra representative.
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Touch
This tab allows you to disable the touchscreen.
• Choose the Touch tab. Select the check box next to Disable the touch panel.
System Properties
This program identifies the computer software and hardware components, indicating which components are
installed, their identification, version or part numbers, and whether they are enabled or disabled.
• By choosing the Export button, you can create a log (SystemProperties.xml) of your current components,
which will be placed in the My Device folder in Windows Explorer.
• Instead of expanding each section of items individually, you can also choose to open all the lists at once by
choosing the Expand button, which will then change to a Collapse button to enable you to collapse all the
sections as well.
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Total Recall
Total Recall is a Zebra utility developed to maintain applications and settings during a cold boot, as well as
clone settings to other devices. This utility creates a restore point of a device at a known state. This can be
used as a backup of the device (the administrator can clean the terminal and restore the profile at any time),
or a clone (the administrator can store different configurations for different uses to clone to other
hand-held computers).
NOTE Total Recall works differently (e.g. restore on cold boot or on clean boot) on different OS plat-
forms and versions (e.g. Windows CE 5.0, 6.0, Windows Mobile, Windows Embedded
Hand-held). For detailed information and other updates on Total Recall information, please go to
the IngenuityWorking web site at:
http://community.psion.com/knowledge/w/knowledgebase/total-recall.aspx
In the start up screen, you can choose from four options: Create Backup, Create Clone, Manage Profile, and
Delete Profile.
Creating a Backup
• Tap on the Create Backup button to begin the process.
This dialog box displays the Profile Name and the storage destination for the profile file.
• If you want to choose another location for your backup file (optional), tap on the [...] button to the right of
the Profile Location field and choose one of a number of folders.
IMPORTANT Any profile not stored in persistent memory (Application, Flash Disk, external USB
drive) will be erased during a clean boot, therefore you should store profiles on a per-
sistent drive.
When performing an autorestore, the program only searches for the profile located in
the \Application\ or \Flash Disk\TotalRecall folder. If you store your profile anywhere
else it will not be restored. Only one profile can reside in that folder.
- Tap on Start. A backup of the current settings will be created and saved to the specified location. The
unit will then reboot.
To view profiles and choose restore options, refer to Managing Profiles on page 3-55.
Creating a Clone
Cloning allows you to copy settings or configurations from one computer to another. There are two types of
clones to choose from: a Full Clone and a Settings Only Clone.
A Full Clone contains all files, most of the registry, and the settings files.
IMPORTANT The target device for a Full Clone MUST have the same model type and OS build as
the source, otherwise problems can occur. For example, if the target device has a
newer build of the OS, the new build may have a different set of registry keys that
may conflict with the source.
A Settings Only Clone can be copied to a wider array of devices, but it should not be used as an
autorestore profile.
• Tap on the Create Clone button to begin the process. Your Workabout Pro4 model type and OS will be
identified in the cloning statement to ensure that you target devices of the same type. Give the clone profile
a name and location, then tap on Next.
• In this menu, select All for a Full Clone, or Selected Options for a Settings Only Clone. If you choose
Selected Options, a menu will open to enable you to decide which options you want cloned.
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Managing Profiles
You can view profiles and choose profile options from the menus in this section.
Viewing a Profile
• Tap on the Manage Profile button to see your list of profiles. Highlight a profile, and then you can choose
to View the Profile Summary and go on to the next menu, Profile Details.
Profile Options
• Tap on the Manage Profile button to see your list of profiles, as shown above. Highlight a profile, and tap
on the Next button to choose from options to restore or clone the profile. You can choose from four profile
options: Restore Now, Set for Autorestore, Upload to A.R.C., and Clone to USB.
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IMPORTANT After setting an autorestore profile, that profile will overwrite any other profile already
placed in the Application\ or \Flash Disk\TotalRecall folder.
In an autorestore, Total Recall only restores the profile located in the Application\ or
\Flash Disk\TotalRecall folder. If you store your profile anywhere else it will not be
restored.
• Upload to A.R.C – uploads the profile to the Active Remote Configuration server. After you tap on Send,
a message will come up either confirming that the upload was complete or that the connection to the
server failed.
• Clone to USB – writes a clone of the profile to the USB drive. After you tap on the button, a message will
come up either confirming that the USB drive is ready for deployment, or that it is not available.
• When you are ready to install the profile on another unit, turn on the next computer to be cloned and insert
the USB key. The profile will be automatically installed to the \Flash Disk\TotalRecall folder. There is a short
delay in deployment so that you can cancel the process if needed.
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USB drive prepared for cloning Autorun installation on next Workabout Pro
Deleting a Profile
• In the Total Recall home screen, tap on Delete Profile.
• In the next screen, locate your backup file, and tap on OK.
A warning pop-up screen appears asking if you’re certain that you want to delete this file.
TweakIt
This utility allows you to tweak or adjust Advanced system settings (interface, network, servers, driver, and
radio) and provides a Registry Editor.
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Advanced
Advanced CE Services Settings
FTP Server
This option is enabled by default to allow file transfers. Keep in mind that data transfer in either direction is
restricted to the Temp folder — that is, data are always loaded from the FTP Server to the Temp folder and
from the Temp folder to the FTP Server.
If this option is disabled, a warm reset must be performed to accept the change.
Enable IPv6
This option allows you to enabled Internet Protocol specification, version 6, that has been published to enable
128-bit IP addresses (replacing version 4).
Modem Logging
When this option is enabled, the Workabout Pro4 logs AT commands (e.g., dial-out information, password
string, etc.) that the administrator can monitor for debugging purposes. Modem commands are stored in:
\MdmLog.txt.
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Scanner Services
The Scanner Services option is used to disable DataWedge application and enable Scanner
Services application.
Registry Editor
This option is reserved for senior administrators who have a strong understanding of registry keys and values.
WARNING! Careless registry editing can cause irreversible damage to the Workabout Pro4.
NOTE On 55- and 66-key Workabout Pro4 keyboards, you can also press the [Talk] key to display the
phone keypad providing it has been activated. The [Talk] key is labelled with a green telephone
receiver icon. Refer to Sending and Ending Calls Using the Workabout Pro4 Keyboard on
page 3-60 for details.
You can also follow the steps below to access the phone dialer:
The Voice tab displays a phone dialer used to dial phone numbers. The Voice menu provides commands
which allow you to manage your phone contacts, view your phone history, and so on.
Send Button
Backspace Button
End Button
Universal
International
Dialing Prefix Mute Button
Dialing a Number
• Type the recipient’s phone number in the phone number entry field.
Send button – tap to dial the number you typed.
Backspace button – tap to erase characters in the phone number entry field.
End button – tap to disconnect the phone call.
Mute button – During a phone call, tap to mute sound transmission. Tap again to restore sound.
+ button – When making an international call, the + sign can be used as a universal substitute for any
international dialing prefix and is guaranteed to work worldwide. The entry sequence must be as fol-
lows: + country code followed by phone number.
Example: A standard phone number: 011 36 30 275 28466 using the + substitution is typed as follows: +36
30 275 28466
The + symbol replaces the universal dialing prefix 011.
• Press the [Talk] key to answer a call or to display the onscreen phone keypad so you can initiate a call.
• Press the [End] key to terminate a phone call.
• Tap on the [Talk] button; it’s labelled with a green phone receiver.
Voice Menu
This menu allows you to manage calls, view your call history, and if required, assign a call forwarding service to
your hand-held.
Call Management
The Call Management option only becomes available in the Voice menu when at least one phone call is either
On hold or Active. When you choose this command, the currently active phone call is listed in a dialog box.
Hang Up All Calls - This option only appears when more than one call is listed.
Hang Up - This option disconnects only the call you’ve highlighted in the list.
Hold - This option places the call you’ve highlighted on hold.
Retrieve - This option is only available when a call is on hold, and choosing it retrieves the call you have
highlighted from hold.
1. In the Call Management list, highlight the phone number to which you’d like to apply a command.
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2. Choose a command from the drop-down menu, and tap on Execute to carry out the command on the
highlighted phone number.
If you have two active calls on your hand-held, one On Hold and one Active, you can set up a conference call
between yourself and the other callers. To set up a conference call:
• Highlight the phone number that is currently On Hold, and choose Retrieve. Tap on Execute.
Both calls will be listed as Active in the Call Management list. All calls are now conferenced so that you as well
as your callers can speak to one another.
Call Lists
The Call List command manages your call history, listing calls you’ve Dialed, Received and Missed. When you
choose one of these commands, a dialog box lists the phone numbers.
A drop-down menu provides a list of commands you can execute on a phone number in the Call List. You can
choose to:
Services
The Service menu offers several options for your hand-held to customize the behaviour of your phone. You
can, for example, bar incoming calls, tailor to whom your caller ID will be transmitted, set up call forwarding,
and so on. If you choose an option, it may take a number of seconds for your unit to read the network settings.
NOTE Keep in mind that some services may not be supported by your network, or they may not have
been subscribed to.
The service dialog boxes allow you to tailor your available services to meet your requirements.
Voicemail Access
If your service includes Voicemail, choosing this option for the first time displays a screen in which you can
enter your voice mail provider phone number.
Phonebook
The Phonebook allows you to store frequently used phone numbers. When no numbers have been added to
your phonebook, the only command available to you is New Entry.
• Type the name corresponding to the phone number you want to add.
• Press Tab and type the phone number you want to store.
• Tap in the check box next to Store in SIM to save the phone number there, or leave this check box blank if
you prefer not to store the number on the SIM card.
• Tap on the Execute button to save the phone number in your Phonebook.
Phonebook entries are saved even after you exit Wireless WAN.
Once you’ve added a phone number to the Phonebook, a list of new commands is available in the
drop-down menu.
In the Phonebook:
Volume Adjustments
• Slide the volume button to the left to lower the volume or to the right to increase the volume.
• Under the heading Enable sounds for, enable the conditions under which you want the hand-held to emit
a sound.
Sound Adjustments
This dialog box allows you to assign sounds to identify particular actions. For example, you can choose the
sound your hand-held will emit when you close a program and choose another sound for a failed scan, etc.
NOTE For information about setting up your radio using Windows Wireless Zero Config, refer to
Appendix F: Wireless Zero Config Settings.
Workabout Pro4 contains an integrated 802.11a/b/g/n radio module. The Fusion Wireless Companion software
is used to configure the radio for one or more wireless network profiles. Each profile specifies the security
parameters used to connect to a particular WLAN as identified by its Extended Service Set Identification
(ESSID). The Fusion Wireless Companion software also allows the operator to control which profile out of a set
of profiles is used to connect. Follow the steps in this section to help configure the radio in your unit.
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WARNING! Due to regulatory requirements, this unit is set to Enable 802.11d by default. If your
Access Point does not support this setting, your unit may not be able to properly
connect to the network.
A network profile contains settings for SSID (Service Set Identifier) and security options.
NOTE In most situations, the configuration of your 802.11 radio will require parameter setting and access
keys from a network administrator.
• Tap on the Fusion icon at the bottom of the screen to display the Fusion menu. Alternately, you can tap on
Start>Programs>Fusion>Wireless Launch.
NOTE The Fusion setup example following uses Open encryption. Depending on what you choose, the
setup may vary slightly.
The Fusion Launcher menu items and their corresponding applications are summarized in the table following.
Application Description
Find WLANS Displays a list of the WLANs active in the area.
Manage Profiles Used to create new profiles and manage and edit existing profiles.
Manage Certs Used to manage authentication certificates.
Manage PACs Used to manage a list of Protected Access Credentials (PAC) used with
Extensible Authentication Protocol-Flexible Authentication via Secure
Tunneling (EAP-FAST) authentication.
Options Provides options which allow the user to configure the Fusion
option settings.
Wireless Status Displays the status of the current wireless connection (view only).
Wireless Diagnostics Provides tools with which to diagnose problems encountered with the
wireless connection.
Log on/off Displays the Network Login dialog box used to log on to a particular
profile or to log off the currently active profile.
Disable/Enable Radio Allows user to enable or disable the Fusion radio.
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IMPORTANT The steps below describe how to manually create a network. Keep in mind that this is
intended only as an example and may vary from your own network requirements. If, for
example, you are using a different type of security for your network, the fields you com-
plete may not match those described here.
• In the Operating Mode drop-down menu, choose Infrastructure. (Keep in mind that because the Regula-
tory option for this unit is set to Enable 802.11d by default, the operating mode is limited to Infrastructure.
• Tap Next to display the Security Mode dialog box.
NOTE Each Authentication Type has a unique configuration screen attached to it with fields appropriate
to the authorization type you’ve chosen.
NOTE Each Encryption Type has a unique configuration screen attached to it with fields appropriate to
the encryption type you’ve chosen.
NOTE These IPv4 Address Type options are enabled (checked) by default. If you deselect one or more of
them, additional dialog boxes are displayed where you can specify the IP Address, Subnet Mask,
Preferred Gateway and Alternate Gateway.
• Tap Next to display the Battery Usage dialog box, and choose a power consumption option.
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• Tap Next to display the Performance Settings dialog box, and choose one of the performance options.
• Tap Save.
• To activate a profile in the Manage Profiles screen, tap and hold the stylus on the profile you want
to launch.
• In the drop-down menu, choose Connect.
• Tap on the Fusion icon in the taskbar to display the Fusion menu.
• Choose Options.
• In the drop-down menu, choose Data Management. Tap on the Reset Options button and Reset Data-
store button, and tap on Save. Close the window.
• Press and hold down the [FN/BLUE] and [Power] button to perform a warm reset.
• Tap on the Fusion icon in the taskbar, and choose Wireless Status from the menu.
NOTE Moving in and out of the radio coverage area can have varying effects on a network session.
At times, you may need to renew your connection connecting again.
CHAPTER 4 PERIPHERAL DEVICES &
ACCESSORIES
Carrying Accessories
There is a variety of carrying accessories to help the operator work safely and comfortably with the
Workabout Pro4.
The hand strap is attached to the back of unit using two Phillips head screws provided with this accessory.
• Use a Phillips screwdriver to attach the strap to the two threaded inserts on the back of the Workabout
Pro4, near the top of the unit.
• Stretch the hand strap toward the base of the Workabout Pro4, and hook the bottom of the strap into the
slot near the base of the battery pack. A tethered stylus and optional external stylus tube can be attached
to the hand strap as illustrated below
Tethered Stylus
Stylus Tube
NOTE The few steps required to attach the pistol grip to the Workabout Pro4 are common to all types of
pistol grips. However, if you plan to use the Flush Mount Pistol Grip (WA6103), you’ll need to install
a special trigger back plate before following these steps to attach the pistol grip. Refer to The Trig-
ger Back Plate Kit with Flush Mount Pistol Grip on page 4-3.
The pistol grip is attached to the four threaded inserts on the back of the Workabout Pro4. Four Phillips head
screws are provided with this accessory.
NOTE Prior to installation, make sure the trigger mechanism is securely snapped into the pistol grip body
and that the trigger operates properly.
• Position the pistol grip so that it fits snugly over the back of the unit and the holes in the pistol grip are
aligned with the threaded inserts on the back of the Workabout Pro4.
• Tighten the screws to a torque of 3 lbs-in (3 kgf-cm) to secure the pistol grip in place.
• Insert the stylus in the base of the pistol grip.
The Trigger Back Plate Kit with Flush Mount Pistol Grip
The trigger back cover kit, model number WA9301, provides a special back cover that incorporates a scanner
interface board and a switch; and triggers the SE1524ER long range laser, model number WA9022. WA9301 is
required for WA9022 to function (with or without a pistol grip). This kit is also compatible with the Flush Mount
Pistol Grip, model number WA6103.
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The trigger back cover kit, model number WA9302, provides a special back cover that incorporates a scanner
interface board and a switch. This kit enables a pistol grip to trigger the following end cap scanners for the
Workabout Pro 4:
The pistol grip is available separately from this kit as model number WA6103.
WARNING! The installation of this scanner/imager end-cap must be performed using the
appropriate anti-static devices. If unavailable, discharge static from your
body by touching a grounded metallic object before opening any covers on
the unit.
WARNING! The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
This product may contain a laser scanner that emits less than 1.4 mW
maximum radiant power at a wavelength of 650 nm. This product complies
with CRH 21 CFR 1040 Class II and IEC 60825-1:1993+A1:1997+A2:2001 Class
2 laser product.
Figure 4-1
J1
J2
• Position the lower end of the new back plate next to the back opening of the unit.
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• Insert the flex cable from the end-cap into J2 on the interface board. The contacts on the flex cable face
towards the interface board.
Figure 4-2
Tape
Tape
8. Fasten the new back plate onto the Workabout Pro4 using the supplied screws (PN 9009770).
Screws (4 X)
Switch
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4. Lower the Flush Mount Pistol Grip into place over the back plate, aligning the screw inserts on the
hand-held with the screw holes in the pistol grip.
5. Insert and tighten the four screws provided with the pistol grip.
6. Replace the battery and battery cover.
7. Insert the stylus in the bottom of the pistol grip handle.
The Battery
The Workabout Pro4 will operate with the following Lithium-Ion battery packs:
IMPORTANT Keep in mind when ordering a charger or cradle, you must also order the appropriate
power cord separately.
Zebra offers a variety of chargers and cradles for the Workabout Pro4. These include:
• Keep chargers and cradles away from excessive dirt, dust and contaminants.
• Chargers will not charge batteries outside an ambient temperature range of 0° C to 45 °C (32° F to 113° F).
It is recommended that the charger or cradles be operated at room temperature – between 18° C and
25° C (64° F to 77° F) for maximum performance.
Operator Controls
Workabout Pro4 cradles and chargers have no operator controls or power switches.
Workabout Pro4
Release Button
Charge Well
Connector
Pins
LED
(Indicates charge status of
a spare battery inserted
in the rear charge well of
the single bay USB cradle.)
NOTE The single bay USB cradle is shipped with its own user manual. It is critical that it be reviewed for
additional information and updates.
Spare Battery
Spare Battery
Charge Well
DC IN Socket
IMPORTANT This single bay USB cradle can only be used to charge Zebra approved Lithium-Ion
batteries.
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CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED
BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING
TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
• Insert the DC power cable to the DC IN socket on the single bay USB cradle. Plug the pronged end of the
cable into an AC outlet.
• Slide the hand-held into the cradle, making certain that the LIF (Low Insertion Force) port on base of the
Workabout Pro4 is securely seated on the cradle connector pins. An icon is displayed briefly in the naviga-
tion bar at the top of the hand-held screen indicating that the unit is properly installed in the station – .
The LED on the Workabout Pro4 lights up indicating that the unit has external power and battery charging
will begin. It is safe to leave the unit in the single bay USB cradle while it is not in use – the battery will not
be overcharged.
NOTE For details about data transfer through Windows XP and ActiveSync and through Vista, refer to
Data Transfer between Workabout Pro4 and a PC on page 3-17.
Ethernet
Port
USB
Connector
• Insert the adaptor’s USB connector into the Host USB port on the single bay USB cradle.
• Connect your network Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the adaptor cable.
Network Access
The hand-held unit automatically detects insertion into the cradle and loads the appropriate drivers to commu-
nicate with the USB-Ethernet converters.
Network Addressing
The host application uses standard TCP/IP protocol to name, locate and communicate with a specific Worka-
bout Pro4 on the network. If a link is established between a Workabout Pro4 and a host, the application on the
host and on the hand-held must have a recovery mechanism in the event that the Workabout Pro4 is removed
from the cradle, interrupting the link.
Adaptor plugs suitable for use in the following countries are shipped with the AC wall adaptor: United Kingdom,
Australia, Europe and North America.
Universal AC Power Supply
Adaptor Plugs
DC Power Plug
• Choose the adaptor plug that is suitable for use in your country. Slide the adaptor plug into the Universal
AC power supply, snapping it into place. These two pieces, coupled together, are referred to as an AC
wall adaptor.
• Insert the DC power plug into the DC IN socket at the base of Workabout Pro4, located between the tether
and LIF ports.
• Plug the pronged end into an AC outlet.
NOTE WA4204-G2 is designed for Workabout Pro4 Long models; WA4304-G2 is designed for Work-
about Pro4 Short models.
The four bay Ethernet cradle is shipped with a manual. It is critical that this manual be reviewed for
additional information and updates.
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The four bay Ethernet Cradle permits each of four docked Workabout Pro4s to communicate with a 10/100
BaseT Ethernet network at greater than 2Mbps. It also provides sufficient power to operate and fast charge the
batteries in the units.
A green indicator in the lower-right corner of the front panel lights up to indicate that power is present.
• Attach a CAT5 RJ45 network patch cable (supplied) between your network and the RJ45 jack on the rear
of the cradle.
A green LED is illuminated next to the RJ45 connector when a valid network link is established.
A user application must be loaded onto each Workabout Pro4 that utilizes the cradle for communication. When
the network is connected and this application is loaded, the cradle is ready for use.
The hand-held detects that it is in a four bay Ethernet cradle and momentarily displays the appropriate icon in
the navigation bar at the top of the screen – . The LED on the hand-held unit lights up to show it has
external power and may start charging the battery.
Interaction with the Workabout Pro4 while in the four bay Ethernet cradle is a function of the user application
software used to communicate with the host network.
Network Access
The four bay ethernet Cradle has one 10/100 Ethernet port. You can insert up to four hand-held units. The
hand-helds are connected to an internal USB hub. The hand-held unit automatically detects insertion into a
four bay Ethernet cradle and loads the appropriate drivers to communicate with the USB/Ethernet converters.
Network Addressing
Although the USB converters have fixed Ethernet MAC addresses, there is generally no correlation between
these addresses and a specific hand-held. The host application uses standard TCP/IP protocol to name, locate
and communicate with a specific Workabout Pro4 on the network.
If a link is established between a Workabout Pro4 and a host, the application on the host and on the hand-held
must have a recovery mechanism in the event that the Workabout Pro4 is removed from the cradle and the link
is interrupted.
LED flashes red for less than a second and then turns green. Battery charging continues whether the Worka-
bout Pro4 is switched on or off.
Troubleshooting
The indicators, applications and drivers required to use and monitor the cradle are installed on the Workabout
Pro4 – no indicators or applications are present on the cradle itself.
Troubleshooting
Excessive Charge Duration
The charger is equipped with a recalibration function – a function that fully discharges and then fully recharges
the battery. This process is necessary to recalibrate the battery capacity gauge internal to the battery. The
charger attempts recalibration when:
If any of the charge well LEDs continue to flash red, the charger is defective and requires service. If all indica-
tors are flashing red, there is a power supply problem and the charger requires service.
• Unplug the mains cable, and check the fuse at the rear of the charger.
The model number for vehicle cradles varies depending on the type of hand-held:
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A port replicator option is available for powered vehicle cradles. Refer to The Port Replicator on page 4-20
for details.
IMPORTANT Shock and vibration specifications for the Workabout Pro4 are verified using
Zebra-approved RAM mounts and mounting hardware. Use of non-certified Zebra
mounting hardware is not recommended, and may void warranty coverage.
Before mounting a vehicle cradle in a vehicle, there are a number of operator safety issues that require careful
attention. An improperly mounted cradle may result in one or more of the following: operator injury, operator
visibility obstruction, operator distraction and/or poor ease of egress for the operator. Zebra strongly recom-
mends that you seek professional mounting advice from the vehicle manufacturer.
Cable routing within a vehicle cab also requires careful consideration, especially for separately tethered scan-
ners and other devices with loose cables.
Note also that for better protection, the equipment should be mounted inside the vehicle roll cage.
Pedestal mounts are recommended for all fixed mount locations because they offer optimal operator access. In
addition, for safety reasons, only pedestal mounts with fully locking joints should be used in vehicles. Always
adjust the pedestal for the optimum viewing angle, and securely tighten the hex and wing screws.
The most effective way to mount the vehicle cradle is to use the four #8-32 threaded inserts on the rear of the
unit. Bolts must not extend more than 10mm (3/8") into the cradle.
To accommodate the service loop of the connector cable, leave a 4" clearance at the bottom of the cradle.
Leave a 7" (minimum) clearance at the top of the cradle to allow easy removal of the hand-held.
Also remember to leave at least a 3" clearance at the sides of the cradle to allow activation of the release
knobs. Refer to the detailed assembly instructions that are packaged with the cradle when selecting a
mounting location.
Mounting Template
The vehicle cradle is shipped with detailed mounting instructions including a drill template.
Wiring Guidelines
Before installing cables between the cradle and other devices, review the following:
• Ensure that drilling holes will not damage the vehicle or its wiring.
• Protect cable runs from pinching, overheating and physical damage.
• Use grommets to protect cables that pass through metal.
• Use plastic straps and tie-downs to secure cables and connectors in their desired location, away from
areas where they may get snagged or pulled.
• Keep cables away from heat sources, grease, battery acid and other potential hazards.
• Keep cables away from control pedals and other moving parts that may damage the cables or interfere
with the operation of the vehicle.
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• Slide the Workabout Pro4 into the cradle, and press firmly downward until it locks into place. On a vehicle,
it’s a good idea to pull up on the Workabout Pro4 to be certain that it is secure.
• To remove the unit, press firmly on the RELEASE button on the front face of the unit until it releases from it
latch. The hand-held will be slightly raised so that it can be removed.
Installation of powered cradles in vehicles that operate above 60VDC require special consideration.
Due to the hazardous voltages present on these vehicles, it is necessary to ensure that the powered cradle
power supply cable connector is not accessible to the vehicle operator, and does not get exposed to water or
other liquids. This can be accomplished in one of the following ways:
• Ensure the power connector is installed in a dry location on the vehicle, away from the vehicle operator’s
reach (perhaps under a vehicle dash or in a sealed housing).
• Cover the power connector with a waterproof heat shrink material.
• Wrap the connector securely with a waterproof electrical tape in an area out of the vehicle operators reach.
All other installation requirements outlined in this document should also be followed for High Voltage vehicles
to insure safe installation and operation of the powered cradle.
The vehicle cradle can be ordered with the powered cradle option installed.
Applying a voltage greater than that specified or reversing or reversing polarity may result in permanent
damage to the cradle power option and will void the product warranty.
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The red lead of the power cable attaches to the positive vehicle supply. The black lead connects to the nega-
tive supply – this should be connected to a proper terminal block and not to the vehicle body. The power cradle
is fully isolated and can be used with both negative and positive chassis vehicles.
You may have the option of connecting power before or after the ‘key’ switch. It is preferable to wire the power
cradle after the key switch – that is, it cannot be turned on without the key on. However, if the operator switches
the key off repeatedly for long periods during a shift, it may make more sense to wire the cradle before
the switch.
A car lighter adaptor (CA3002) is another option to power the vehicle cradle.
Keep in mind that the Workabout Pro4 will continue to operate with or without vehicle power as long as its
battery has sufficient charge.
If an unfused power source must be used, a fuse assembly (PN 19440) must be added to the extension power
cable (the fuse and instructions are supplied with the cable). Use only a 10A slow blow UL approved fuse in the
fuse assembly.
The port replicator (Model# WA4005-G1) is an optional accessory that allows tethered devices as well as
mounted peripherals (e.g., bar code printers or weigh scales) to be attached to the vehicle cradle. The repli-
cator can be used with or without the cradle power option.
The functionality of the Workabout Pro4 tether port is replicated into RS-232 serial interfaces by the port repli-
cator. It provides the user with 3 DB9 serial interfaces as well as one Type B USB port (for connecting a
Host device).
Scanner/Imager Description
SE4500 1D/2D imager
SE965 1D laser scanner
SE655 1D imager
SE1524 1D laser scanner
It is critical that you review the safety information in the Workabout Pro4 Hand-Held Computer Regulatory &
Warranty Guide, PN 8000296, before proceeding.
Scanning Techniques
For helpful hints, refer to Scanning Techniques on page 2-10.
• Hold the scanner at an angle. Do not hold it perpendicular to the bar code.
• Do not hold the scanner directly over the bar code. In this position, light can reflect back into the scanner’s
exit window and prevent a successful decode.
• Scan the entire bar code. If you are using a 1D or PDF laser scanner, make certain that the scan beam
crosses every bar and space on the bar code, including the margins on either end of the symbol.
• If you are using a 2D imaging scanner, make certain the red, oval shaped framing mark is centred within
the bar code you want to scan.
• When using imaging scanners, do not move the scanner while decoding the bar code. Movement blurs
the image.
• Hold the scanner farther away for larger bar codes.
• Hold the scanner closer for bar codes with bars that are close together.
A bar code icon appears on the screen during a scan. While the scanner beam is active, the onscreen
message states: SCANNING. If you want to turn off the onscreen message, disable “Scan Indication” in the
Options tab of the Scanner Settings menu in the Control Panel
When the scan is successful, the bar code data is displayed on the screen until the scan button (or pistol
trigger) is released, but only if “Scan Result” is turned on in the Options tab of the Scanner Settings menu in
the Control Panel.
Troubleshooting
If the scanner is not operating as expected, refer to Troubleshooting on page 2-10.
Bluetooth Peripherals
The Workabout Pro4 is equipped with a Bluetooth radio, making it is possible to communicate with a variety of
Bluetooth peripherals, including GSM/GPRS handsets, scanners, printers, and so on.
Zebra provides built-in support for the Bluetooth peripherals listed below.
Keep in mind that Bluetooth and IEEE 802.11b/g radios both operate in the 2.4GHz band. Although the Worka-
bout Pro4 includes features to minimize interference, performance of the system will not be optimal if you use
both radios simultaneously. Typically, when both radios operate in the hand-held at the same time, they cannot
transmit simultaneously – this has a negative impact on overall system throughput. To minimize the impact on
the backbone 802.11g network, Zebra recommends using Bluetooth peripherals that have low transaction
rates (such as printers and scanners).
Refer to Bluetooth® Setup on page 3-7 for information about setting up your Bluetooth devices for communica-
tion. In addition, review the manual shipped with your Bluetooth device to determine the method used to pair
with the Workabout Pro4 host.
APPENDIX A PORT PINOUTS
APort Pinouts
BDataWedge
DataWedge
DataWedge is a Zebra mobile device application that reads data from input devices and sends it as keystrokes
to consumer applications executing in the foreground on the mobile devices.
www.zebra.com/support
APPENDIX C SCANNER SETTINGS
CScanner Settings
Scanner Services
The Scanners icon in the Control Panel provides dialog boxes in which you can tailor barcode scanner config-
uration and choose the barcodes your scanner will recognize. The parameters are preset with the default
settings of the decoded scanner installed in the unit.
IMPORTANT The default barcode application is DataWedge. If you prefer to use the Scanner Services
application, you’ll need to take a few extra steps to display this option. Follow the steps
below.
IMPORTANT To enable a newly-installed scanner, press and hold down the [FNBLUE] key and the
[Power] button simultaneously for a minimum of three seconds.
For a listing of available scanners/imagers and their specifications, please refer to Appendix D: Internal Imager
& Scanner Specifications.
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Barcodes
NOTE Your Workabout Pro4 comes preconfigured from the factory for internal scanner types. The type
of scanner installed can be determined from the System icon in the Control Panel, under the
System Properties tab.
IMPORTANT To improve the decode speed and performance, enable (set to ‘on’) only those codes
that are required by the application.
• Press and hold on a symbology (e.g., Code 128) to display a pop-up menu.
• Choose Default subtree to reset only the parameters in the symbology you selected, or choose Default
all settings to reset all scanner parameters to default settings.
Barcodes Tab
Options
Laser On Time
The value assigned to this parameter determines how long the laser will remain on when the scan button or
trigger is pressed.
Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box in which you can enter a value between 5 and 99. The
value is measured in tenths of seconds.
Picklist Mode
Picklist mode lets you target a single barcode within a group. The bar code closest to the aiming cross hair
is decoded.
Advanced Options
Scan Mode
This parameter sets the method of scanning to Scan beam only.
Aim Duration
This parameter determines the total time the aiming pattern appears before the scanner laser begins
sweeping. When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed in which you can enter a value
from 0 to 30 (0 to 3 sec.). A value of 0 (zero) disables the aiming-dot.
Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box in which you can enter a value from 1 to 4.
Linear security level 1 specifies that the following code types must be successfully read twice before
being decoded:
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Codabar All
MSI Plessey 4 or less
D 5 of 5 8 or less
I 2 of 5 8 or less
Linear security level 2 specifies that all types of codes must be successfully read twice before being decoded.
Linear security level 3 specifies that code types other than the following must be successfully read twice before
being decoded. The following codes must be read three times:
Linear security level 4 requires that all code types be successfully read three times before being decoded.
Barcode Symbologies
The table below list the available symbologies.
IMPORTANT To improve the decode speed and performance, enable only those codes that are
required by the application.
Options
This tab allows you to tailor the double-click parameters, display, and data handling options associated with
your scanner.
A double-click produces different results depending on whether or not a value is assigned in the “Click Data”
parameter. When a value is not assigned for the “Click Data”, double-clicking the scanner trigger overrides the
target dot delay set in the “Dot Time” parameter and initiates a normal scan sweep. If a value is assigned for
the “Click Data” parameter, double-clicking the scanner trigger inserts the “Click Data” value rather than initi-
ating a scan.
Click Data
This parameter determines which character is sent to the application installed in your Workabout Pro4
following a double-click. A dialog box appears, asking that you press the key you want to insert. The
ASCII/Unicode key value of the keypress is displayed.
Pressing the [ESC] key in this dialog box resets the data to zero.
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Display Parameters
Scan Result
When this parameter is enabled, the type of barcode and the result of the scan appear on the screen. Note that
this information is only displayed after a successful decode and is visible only while the scanner trigger is
pressed. When the trigger is released, this information is cleared from the screen.
Scan Indicator
When this parameter is enabled, the laser warning logo appears on the display whenever the scanner
is activated.
NOTE To remove the scan result from the screen before the “Result Time” has expired, point the scan-
ner away from the barcode and press the trigger.
These parameters determine whether or not the Workabout Pro4 creates a vibration when a good (successful)
scan or a bad (unsuccessful) scan is performed. Set these parameters to on to enable the vibration. You can
set the Number and Duration of vibrations, as well as the Pause between vibrations. The screen above shows
the default settings.
Data Handling
Codepage
Tapping on this option displays a window in which you can define the code page your Workabout Pro4 will use
– either Default Local ASCII or ISO-8859-1 Latin 1
If you choose Default Local ASCII, the code page of the local OS is used. For example, if the local OS uses
double-byte Chinese characters, choosing this option will filter data through the local ASCII of that OS and
display it accurately, in this example, using double-byte characters.
If you choose ISO-8859-1 Latin 1, data will be displayed according to the character mapping of this Latin 1
code page, ignoring the local OS code page.
IMPORTANT Do not change this parameter from the default setting unless you are certain that it will
correct your scan problem.
Data Transmission:
Tapping on this option displays a window in which you can how data will be handled – either Paste data or
Wedge data.
If Paste data is enabled (highlighted), the barcode output is copied to the system clipboard and then automati-
cally pasted to an application.
If Wedge data is enabled, each character that composes the barcode data is turned into a keyboard sequence
that is transmitted to the cursor location of the current application – that is, to the application, it looks like the
barcode data was typed on the keyboard.
NOTE The default Paste data option is a faster method of data transmission.
Translations
The Translations menu allows you to define up to 10 cases, each consisting of up to 10 rules in sequential
order. Only one case will be applied to a barcode and a case will only be applied if all rules specified in the
case are successful — if a rule within a case fails, the entire case fails.
When you choose a rule, an associated screen is displayed in which you can define the rule.
Case Rules
The case rules are defined as follows:
• No rule – ignored.
• Match at index – matches the match string at a specified index.
• Match and replace at index – matches the match string at a specified index and replaces/changes it.
• Replace at index – replaces/changes unspecified data in a given range.
• Add barcode prefix/suffix – adds a global prefix or suffix.
• Verify barcode size – verifies the barcode size. This rule should generally be assigned first, before creat-
ing subsequent rules.
• Search and replace – replaces all instances of the match string. (Note that this rule cannot fail.)
Scanner Settings C-9
NOTE Keep in mind that the effects of previously applied rules must be taken into account when creat-
ing subsequent rules. For example, if the barcode size is important, it should be checked before
any rules that might change the size are applied.
Translation information about the status of each case/rule is displayed in the scan log file (see Scan Log File
on page C-7) when enabled. This is useful if a case fails, and you are trying to determine why a rule is failing.
Ports
While you cannot configure the scanner, you can configure communications with a serial decoded scanner
using the options in this tab.
Use these settings to ensure that the communication ports on the Workabout Pro4 match the settings of the
serial devices to which they are connected. If the settings do not match exactly, the devices may not function.
Note that some devices can auto-detect serial port settings (such as baud rate), and in this case the Worka-
bout Pro4 will dictate the settings. Baud rates often have a direct impact on performance — they should be set
as high as possible while still ensuring reliable communication.
Enabled
This parameter must be set to ON in order for the Workabout Pro4 to recognize the device connected to the
Port Replicator 9-pin (COM5).
Baud
Double-tapping on this parameter displays a pop-up window in which you can choose an appropriate rate of
data transfer.
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Data Bits
This parameter determines the number of data bits included in each asynchronous data byte. Most devices
use 8-bit data bytes. Double-tapping on this option displays a pop-up window in which you can choose either 7
or 8 data bits.
Parity
This parameter determines the type of parity checking used on the data going through the port replicator port.
Double-tapping on this option displays a pop-up window in which you can choose the appropriate parity.
Stop Bits
This parameter specifies the number of stop bits — 1, 1.5 or 2 — used for asynchronous communication.
Double-tapping on Trigger On Sequence or Trigger Off Sequence displays a screen with a hex array of
10 elements.
These parameters work in conjunction with Manage Triggers sending on and off data streams to the trigger
module you assigned. For example, suppose you launch Manage Triggers and choose Decoded Scanner as
the ‘module to trigger’. Next, you assign a ‘trigger key’ — for this example,. (period). To define the serial stream
of data bytes to control the on and off function of the ‘trigger key’, enter a hex value in the Trigger On Sequence
and the Trigger Off Sequence fields. When you press the trigger key, the Trigger On Sequence is sent and
when you release the trigger key, the Trigger Off Sequence is sent, turning the trigger key on and off.
APPENDIX D INTERNAL IMAGER &
SCANNER SPECIFICATIONS
This appendix lists specifications for the following internal scanners. For a current list of model numbers and
descriptions for Workabout Pro4 scanner pod and back cover kits, please contact your Zebra representative or
go to:
http://www.zebra.com/US-EN/Product+Lines/Psion/?WT.mc_id=psion_us_p_handheld
SE965 Scanner
SE965
Dimensions 0.46 in. H x 0.85 in. W x 0.61 in. D
SE965
Ambient Lighting Toler- Tolerant to typical artificial indoor and natural outdoor (direct
ance sunlight) lighting conditions. Fluorescent, Incandescent,
Mercury Vapor, Sodium Vapor, LED5. 450 Ft Candles (4,844
Lux) Sunlight 8000 Ft Candles (86,111 Lux)
Operating Temperature -22° F to 140° F/ -30° C to 60° C
Storage Temperature -40° F to 158° F/ -40° C to 70° C
SE655 Scanner
Parameter Specifications
Physical Characteristics
Dimensions 0.3 in. H x 0.94 in. W x 0.47 in. DUMTS/HSPA+: Five band, 800/850/900/1900/2100MHz
7.7 mm H x 23.8 mm W x 12.0 mm D
Weight <7 grams
Interface Serial
Performance
Characteristics
Scan angle 53.3° ± 3°
Field of view Horizontal: 53° ± 3°
Vertical: 0.4°
Illumination LED 630 ± 30 nm
Skew tolerance ± 30° from normal
Pitch tolerance ± 65° from normal
Roll tolerance ± 25° from vertical
Optical resolution 5 mil
Scan repetition rate Nominally 50 scans/second
Minimum print contrast 20% MRD measured at 630 nm
Power on to first scan 300 milliseconds
User Environment
Ambient light 0 ft. candles (0 Lux) to 10,000 ft.(110,000 Lux)
Operating temperature -4° to 122° F/-20° to 50° C
Storage temperature -40° to 158° F/-40° to 70° C
Humidity Operating: 5% – 95% non-condensing
Power Camera/Aim Input Voltage: 3.3V ± 0.3V
Camera/Aim Operating Current: 165mA
Low Power Current: 115ìA typical
Power Supply Noise: 100mV p-p max.
Shock 2000 G
Regulatory
Classification Intended for use in CDRH Class I/IEC
Class 1 devices
Electrical Safety UL, VDE, and CUL recognized
EMI/RFI EMI- FCC Part 15 Class B, ICES-003 Class B, CISPR Class B, Japan VCCI Class B
Environmental RoHS Compliant
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Typical Guaranteed
Code 128 Near 2.75 in./70 mm 3.90 in./99 mm
5 mil
Far 8.25 in./210 mm 6.25 in./159 mm
Code 39 Near 2.25 in./57 mm 3.15 in./80 mm
5 mil
Far 9.75 in./248 mm 8.00 in./203 mm
Code 39 Near 1.50 in./38 mm 2.50 in./64 mm
7.5 mil
Far 12.75 in./324 mm 10.25 in./260 mm
100% Near 2.00* in./51 mm 2.25 in./57 mm
UPC-A
Far 15.75 in./400 mm 11.00 in./279 mm
Code 39 Near 1.50* in./38 mm 2.00* in./51 mm
20 mil
Far 24.0 in./610 mm 18.25 in./464 mm
Note: The distances marked with an asterisk (*) are a result of the field of view (FOW) limitation.
Parameter Specification
Type Laser Class 2
Light Source Visible Laser Diode 650 nm
Scan Rate 35 (± 5) scans/sec (bi-directional).
Scan Angle/Field of View13.5° ± 0.7°
Scan Patterns Linear
Minimum Print Contrast Minimum 25% absolute dark/light reflectance measured at
650 nm.
Symbologies UPC/EAN, Code 128, UCC.EAN128, RSS, Code 39, Code
93, I 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5, Codabar, MSI.
Programmable Parameters Laser On Time, Aim Duration, Power Mode, Trigger Mode,
Bi-directional Redundancy, Symbology types/lengths, Data
formatting.
Ambient Light Artificial: 450 ft. candles (4,844 Lux)
Parameter Specification
Shock 2000 G ± 5% applied via any mounting surface at -30º and 55º C
for a period of 0.85 ± 0.05 msec
Y, and Z axes for a period of one hour per axis (6 G rms), defined
as follows:
o
SE4500-SR 0 0 f
F
5 mil Code 39 4.5 11.4 i
2.1 7.5 e
6.67 mil PDF417 l
3.4 7.1 9 22.9 d
10 mil PDF417
* 10.1
15 mil PDF417
* 14.7
20 mil Code 39
* 24.7
In. 0 5 10 15 20 25
cm 0 12.7 25.4 38.1 50.8 63.5
Depth of Field
APPENDIX E WORKABOUT PRO4
SPECIFICATIONS
The Workabout Pro4 Hand-Held Computer (7528 Long and 7528 Short)
NOTE Performance specifications are nominal and subject to change without notice.
Hardware
Dimensions and Weight
7528 Long
• 223 mm x 75/100 mm x 31/42 mm (8.78 x 2.95/3.94 x 1.22 x 1.65 inches)
• 526g (18.6 oz)
7528 Short
• 200 mm x 75/100 mm x 31/42 mm (7.87 x 2.95/3.94 x 1.22/1.65 inches)
• 461g (16.2 oz)
Operating System
• Microsoft Windows® Embedded Hand-Held 6.5
Power Management
• Battery Packs (Lithium-ion): 4400 mAh, 2850 mAh, 4680 mAh
• Super capacitor power backup
Expansion Ports
• Micro SD slot
• 100 Pin Expansion Interface
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Camera (optional)
• Optional colour, 8Mpixel, autofocus, 4X digital zoom, Bright LED flash, video capable
Environmental
• Standard Operating temperature: -20° C to +50° C (-4° F to +122° F)
• Storage temperature: -40° C to +60° C (-40° F to +140° F)
• Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
• IP Sealing: IP65, IEC 60529
• Drop rating: 1.5m (5 ft), 26 drops to polished concrete (powered with options and accessories), multiple
1.8m (6 ft) drops to polished concrete
Regulatory Approvals
• Worldwide Safety, EMC, RF, Laser approvals
• CE Mark
• E Mark (vehicle cradles)
• RoHS compliant
• WEEE compliant
• REACH compliant
Battery Specifications
NOTE The electrical specifications apply for ambient temperature TAMB of 0° to +40°C unless
otherwise stated.
Safety License
Wireless Radios
802.11a/b/g/n Radio
NOTE A GPS/WiFi Diversity Kit, Model Number RA3052 is an available option for this radio.
Parameter Specifications
Data transfer GPRS:
- Multislot Class 10
- Full PBCCH support
- Mobile Station Class B
- Coding Scheme 1 - 4
EGPRS:
- Multislot Class 10
- EDGE E2 power class for 8 PSK
- Downlink coding schemes - CS 1-4, MCS 1-9
- Uplink coding schemes - CS 1-4, MCS 1-9
- SRB loopback and test mode B
- 8-bit, 11-bit RACH
- PBCCH support
- 1 phase/2 phase access procedures
- Link adaptation and IR
- NACC, extended UL TBF
- Mobile Station Class B
CSD:
- V.110, RLP, non-transparent
- 14.4 kbps
- USSD
SMS Point-to-point MT and MO
Cell Broadcast
Text and PDU mode
GNSS Features
Protocol NMEA
Modes Standalone GNSS
Assisted GNSS
- Control plane-E911
- User plane- gpsOneXTRA™
General GPS and GLONOSS
Power saving modes
Software
AT commands Hayes, 3GPP TS 27.007 and 27.005, and proprietary Cinterion Wireless Modules
commands
SIM Application Toolkit SAT Release 99
Workabout Pro4 Specifications E-7
Parameter Specifications
Audio Audio speech codecs
GSM: AMR, EFR, FR, HR
3GPP: AMR
echo cancellation, noise suppression
Interface
Antenna 50Ohms. Main GSM/UMTS antenna, UMTS diversity antenna, GNSS antenna (passive)
USB USB 2.0 High Speed (480Mbit/s) device interface, Full Speed(12Mbit/s) compliant
UICC interface Supported chip cards: UICC/SIM/USIM 3V, 1.8V
Special features
Phonebook SIM and phone
Antenna SAIC (Single Antenna Interference Cancellation) / DARP (Downlink Advanced Receiver
Performance)
RX diversity (receiver type 3i-16-QAM)
Bluetooth Radio
Parameter Specifications
Manufacturer Zebra, PN 21-148603-02
Form Factor Embedded surface mount module, 15 x 15 mm
* This is a combo module containing both Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n and Bluetooth
V4.0 LE radio
Antenna Port U.FL jack
Antenna Type Surface mount PIFA antenna. Covers 2400-2484 MHz @ <2.5:1 VSWR
Antenna Gain 0 dBi
Transmit Power 1 mW (0 dBm)
Frequency Range 2.400-2.4835 GHz
Channels 79
RX Sensitivity -91 dBm @ 1 Mbps
-83 dBm @ 3 Mbps
Data Rates V1.2=732.2 kbps and 57.6 kbps asymmetric, 433.9 kbps symmetric
V 2.0=2 & 3 Mbps
IEEE802.11 Co-existent is realized through antenna isolation.
Coexistence
SW co-existent disabled in Workabout Pro4.
APPENDIX F WIRELESS WIDE AREA
NETWORK (WWAN) SETTINGS
Wireless WAN
The Workabout Pro4 is available with one of the following Wireless WAN (WWAN) radio options: the Cinterion
MC75i EDGE and the Cinterion PH8-P HSPA+. An Workabout Pro4 Hand-Held Computer equipped with a
GSM/GPRS radio has wide area networking capabilities. With either of these radios and a SIM card, you can
wirelessly transfer data, and you use the Workabout Pro4 voice option to place phone calls.
Taskbar Icons
Wireless WAN icons in the taskbar indicate the status of your wide area network connection. Note that these
icons are only visible when the relative radio is installed in the computer, and the interface is enabled.
• G - GSM/GPRS
• E - GSM/EDGE
• 3G - UMTS 3G
• U - UMTS/HSPA+
The modem status is unknown or the modem is not connected to any network (the signal strength is 0%).
The modem has found a network, and the signal strength is between 1% and 20%.
The modem has found a network, and the signal strength is between 21% and 40%.
The modem has found a network, and the signal strength is between 41% and 60%.
The modem has found a network, and the signal strength is between 61% and 80%.
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The modem has found a network, and the signal strength is between 81% and 100%.
Once the modem detects that a packet data service is available, a letter is added to the signal strength icon
indicating the kind of packet data service. Keep in mind that the signal strength icon is displayed without a
letter if packet data service is not available, or if it is available but not yet initialized.
For example:
The modem has found a network, the signal strength is between 41% and 60%, and GSM/GPRS packet
service is available.
The signal strength icon is replaced by a connection indicator icon when a packet data connection is started:
In addition to the signal strength or connection indicator a second icon may be shown.
The dialer icon is displayed when the Voice option is available (SIM card and GPRS radio are installed). When
you have an active call, this icon flashes yellow, and then green.
If the icon is not visible in the taskbar, the radio interface has been shut down or the modem has been
removed:
NOTE If you are prompted to enter a PIN, refer to Entering a PIN Number on page F-4 for details.
When “Ready to connect” is displayed in the Status field, the Connect Data button is enabled.
• Connecting.
• PPP link to modem active.
• Authenticating user.
• User authenticated.
• Connected.
NOTE Keep in mind that these states may be displayed fairly quickly if the progress of the connection
is rapid.
When the connection state reaches PPP link to modem active, the taskbar icon changes to indicate an active
connection. The Connect Data button changes to Disconnect.
When the computer’s network connection is severed, the Status field displays “Ready to connect”.
The signal strength is displayed in the main Wireless WAN screen, even while a connection is active. The Rx
bytes and Tx bytes fields estimate the amount of data transmitted and received, respectively.
NOTE Once you’ve shut down the user interface, you can only enable the radio by opening the Control
Panel and tapping on the Wireless WAN icon to display the Wireless WAN dialog box.
Advanced Information
In most cases, when a GSM/GPRS radio and SIM are installed in your computer, setup is automatic. Follow
the steps outlined under the heading “Establishing a Packet Data Connection” on page F-2 to make a connec-
tion. The information in this section is for advanced setup purposes.
NOTE If you exceed the number of allowable attempts, a PUK entry window is brought to the fore-
ground. You’ll need to enter a new PIN number.
Once the correct PIN or PUK is entered or if none was required, the modem is instructed to perform a GSM
network registration followed by a GPRS attach. The main Wireless WAN dialog box reflects the progress of
the initialization.
If the modem loses the connection to the GSM network, the following states are repeated: Searching for
network, Registered on network, Searching for packet data, and Ready to connect.
Error States
The following temporary error states (i.e., these states may disappear without interaction) may be displayed:
• SIM is missing.
Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Settings F - 5
The SIM card is missing. After the SIM has been inserted a warm boot may be required.
• SIM failure.
The SIM card is permanently disabled (e.g. because the wrong PUK has been entered too many times). A
new SIM is needed.
• Modem failure.
The modem did not respond to commands as expected. If a warm boot does not clear this condition, the
modem may need to be replaced.
• NDIS error.
An internal software error has occurred. If a warm boot does not clear this condition, Zebra technical
support may need to investigate further.
Tools Menu
The Tools menu in the main Wireless WAN dialog box offers some additional, advanced setup features.
While automatic connection mode is enabled, the Connect Data button in the main Wireless LAN dialog box
changes to Disable Auto. To close the currently active connection (if any) and disable the automatic connection
mode:
IMPORTANT Automatic connection mode should not be used if applications other than the Wireless
WAN user interface (e.g. Connection Manager) are expected to open and close
connections.
If the automatic connection mode is enabled and another application closes the GPRS
connection, the WWAN user interface will immediately try to re-establish the connection.
NOTE The connection setup takes longer through the virtual serial port.
• One or more parameters in the database are incorrect or a new operator is not yet in the database. (The
database should be corrected for subsequent software releases.)
• An operator has assigned individual GPRS user names and passwords.
• A very large site has its own APN. Such connections always have to be configured manually.
• A customer has subscribed for a static IP address. By definition this must be configured manually.
• An operator may use a different APN for certain groups of customers. Since the automatic configuration
can configure only one APN per operator such connections have to be configured manually.
Profiles
In the following section, all the parameters that need to be configured for a connection (such as APN, user
name, password, DNS server addresses etc.) are referred to as a ‘profile’. Every profile is identified by an arbi-
trary, unique name. The profile named Default is special in that it is always present and can neither be edited
nor deleted. The Default profile uses parameters from a built-in database. The home network (the network that
issued the SIM) is used for the database look-up. While there can be many configured profiles, only one profile
can be active at any time.
If connection profiles are configured manually, the Enable automatic configuration check box should normally
be unchecked.
In one particular use case, manually configured profiles may be combined with automatic configuration. If
multiple SIM cards are used with the same device, each SIM card being from a different operator and some
or all of them requiring a manually set up profile, automatic configuration may be used to automatically pick
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the correct manually configured profile for each SIM card. For this to work, each profile must be configured
while the corresponding SIM card is inserted in the device and initialized (i.e. the status is at least Searching
for network).
The Select profile: drop-down list in the data configuration profile selects to which profile a subsequent action
applies. A profile named Default is always present and contains the current parameters from the database. The
following actions are available:
Show
The parameters for the selected profile are displayed when you tap the stylus on this button. For the Default
profile, the publicly known password is shown — otherwise, the password is hidden.
Edit
The parameters of the selected profile can be edited when you choose the Edit button. Keep in mind that you
cannot edit the Default profile.
Delete
The selected profile is deleted. You cannot delete the Default profile.
Activate
When this button is chosen, the selected profile becomes the active profile. Activation is possible only if the
Enable automatic configuration: check box is unchecked.
New
Tapping on the New button allows you to create a new profile.
The name of the newly created profile must be different from all existing profiles. Also, the name cannot be
Default. When the New Data Profile dialog box is opened, a proposal for a unique name is filled in the corre-
sponding entry field. If a manually configured profile has a secret password and unauthorized access to the
device is a concern even after the SIM PIN has been entered, the password should not be entered in the New
Data Profile dialog box and the Prompt user for password check box should be checked instead. In this case,
you will be prompted for the password each time a connection is initiated (the Connect Data button in the main
Wireless WAN dialog box is selected).
By default the connection uses PAP (Password Authentication Protocol), a simple authentication protocol used
to authenticate a user to a remote access server or Internet Service Provider. However, if your ISP does not
support PAP, tapping in the box to the left of Force PAP authentication disables PAP and directs the connection
to use CHAP (Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol) instead.
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Reset
The Reset button in the New Profile and Edit Profile dialog boxes resets all entry fields to the values they had
when the dialog box was opened.
Advanced IP
The Advanced IP button in the Show Profile and Edit Profile dialog boxes opens another dialog box that allows
you to configure a static IP address as well providing DNS and WINS fields so that you can specify DNS and
WINS resolvers.
Security Configuration
The Security Configuration dialog box is accessed through the Tools menu. The Security Configuration dialog
box allows you to enable, disable and change the PIN. You will need the current PIN to make any of these
changes. The PIN must be enabled in order to be changed. (If the PIN is disabled, the New PIN entry field is
greyed out.)
NOTE Keep in mind that some network operators do not allow the SIM PIN to be disabled. A new PIN
must consist of 4 to 8 numeric digits.
The Require PIN on resume check box is independent of the aforementioned settings. By default, this check
box is unchecked. While this option remains unchecked, any PIN entered on startup or through the Security
Configuration dialog box and submitted successfully to the modem is stored in memory for as long as the
device is not rebooted. This stored PIN is then used without further user interaction whenever the modem
requires a PIN (such as resume after suspend or modem removal). The stored PIN is also automatically
entered in the Current PIN text box whenever the Security Configuration dialog box is called up.
If unauthorized access to the device is a concern, the Require PIN on resume check box should be checked.
In this case, the PIN is not stored; whenever a PIN is required, you will be prompted to enter an
appropriate value.
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Network Configuration
In the main Wireless WAN window:
Automatic network selection is enabled or disabled by checking or unchecking Enable automatic network
select in the Network dialog box. When automatic network selection is disabled, you must select a network
manually.
NOTE Your home network operator will need to let you know which other networks have roaming
agreements. Even when a network is listed with an ‘Available’ status, it does not necessarily fol-
low that it can be used or that the roaming agreement covers GPRS.
A status of ‘Forbidden’ indicates that the network cannot be used. If you choose a network that is
not covered by a roaming agreement, the status in the main WWAN dialog box changes to
‘Emergency calls only’, ‘No network found’, ‘GPRS not available’ or ‘GPRS not allowed’.
The network selection can be modified by enabling or disabling GSM and UMTS frequency bands.
IMPORTANT Care must be taken when disabling bands — the wrong band will prevent the modem
from registering with the network (that is, not even emergency calls are possible if a
mistake is made).
By default all bands supported by the installed WWAN modem are enabled. All bands that are not supported
by the installed modem are greyed-out. While some modems (e.g. Cinterion PH8-P) allow all possible combi-
nations of supported bands to be selected, others do not (e.g. Cinterion MC75i). A warning is displayed if an
unsupported band combination is chosen.
By enabling only bands in use on a given network, the network search time (e.g. after losing the network due to
a coverage gap) is improved. Through the band configuration it is possible to force the modem into GSM-only
or UMTS-only mode. As an example, this is useful if a legacy application needs to use a dial-up connection
and the network supports dial-up connections only on GSM but not on UMTS (as is the case with many Euro-
pean networks).
By default, the Wireless WAN driver is enabled (the Enable driver check box is checked). If the Enable driver
check box is not checked, the driver is shut down as soon as the OK button in the Driver Mode dialog box is
chosen.
If, on the other hand, the Wireless WAN driver is not running and the Enable driver check box is checked, the
Wireless WAN driver is started as soon the Driver Mode dialog box is closed using the OK button.
NOTE When the driver is not running, no network status or signal strength can be displayed.
Since all currently supported GSM modems are automatically detected, the Enable automatic port detection
check box should always be checked. If this check box is not checked, a serial port can be selected manually.
This experimental feature allows the driver to be used with an internal GSM modem that was not recognized by
the automatic detection or an external GSM modem connected to a serial port of the computer through USB or
through Bluetooth. An external modem connected to a serial port must support 115.2 kbit/s, 8bit, no parity and
hardware flow control.
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Modem Information
The fields in this dialog box cannot be edited, they only display information about the computer’s modem. If the
network operator has not programmed a user’s phone number into his SIM, the Phone: field remains empty. If
the main menu shows an error status, at least partial modem information may be available.
Diagnostic
Value Description
MCC Mobile Country Code (decimal value and, if available, decoded country name)
MNC Mobile Network Code (decimal value and, if available, decoded network name)
LAC Location Area Code (decimal and hexadecimal value)
CID Cell Identifier (decimal and hexadecimal value)
TA Timing Advance (decimal value and converted distance to base station in meters)
BCCH Broadcast Control Channel (ARFCN or UARFCN value and converted frequency in MHz)
BER Bit Error Rate
RSSI Received Signal Strength Indication
TCH Traffic Channel (ARFCN value and converted frequency in MHz)
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Diagnostic
Description
Value
Batt Battery voltage as measured by the WWAN modem
Temp WWAN modem Temperature
Note that TA, BER, and TCH are available only in GSM mode and only while there is an active connection (e.g.
a voice call). If the status in the main window shows “No network found” or “Searching for network”, then typi-
cally only Batt and Temp are available. For the status “Emergency calls only”, MCC, MNC, LAC, CID, and
BCCH may be available. For the GSM 1800MHz and GSM 1900MHz bands it may not be possible to convert
the ARFCN for BCCH and TCH to a frequency because the channel numbers overlap. This can be overcome
by enabling only the GSM bands used by a particular network (i.e. either GSM 1800MHz or GSM 1900MHz is
disabled). If the network uses frequency hopping during GSM voice calls, then “hopping” is displayed in the
TCH field.
User Interface
Taskbar
Choosing Taskbar displays a dialog box in which you can determine which Wireless WAN icons will be
displayed in the taskbar.
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Sounds
Tapping on the Sounds option displays a dialog box in which you can customize which sounds your Workabout
Pro4 will emit and when these sounds will be played.
Keyboard
Tapping on the Keyboard option displays a dialog box in which you can determine the phone SEND and END
hotkeys.
AT Terminal
The AT Terminal window allows AT commands to be entered and sent to the modem. In some situations (e.g.
during approval testing) it may be required to enter AT commands. This feature should only be used if one has
a good understanding of the AT command set of the installed WWAN modem.
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SMS Menu
SMS (Short Message Service) functions are accessed through the SMS menu. For modems that support a
SIM card, the SIM initialization typically takes longer than the network initialization, resulting in a noticeable
delay before the SMS functions become available.
New
Tapping on the New button opens a dialog for sending a new SMS message. The recipient's phone number (to
be entered in the To: field) can consist of the digits 0 through 9, as well as the * and # characters, optionally
preceded by one + character, indicating an international number (i.e. the country code follows immediately
after the + character).
By checking the Store message in Outbox field a new message can be stored in the Outbox before being sent.
If no storage space is available, or the modem does not support the storage of outgoing messages, then this
check box is disabled.
Inbox
Tapping on the Inbox button opens the list of received messages. Reading 50 messages, for example, from the
SIM can take about 30 seconds. By default the list of messages is sorted with the most recently received
message first. The list can be sorted by any other column by clicking on the corresponding column heading.
Clicking the same column heading twice reverses the sort order. Tapping on any letter or digit moves the high-
light to the next message whose address begins with that letter or number.
NOTE The date and time formats can be changed through the Region and Language menu in Control
Panel. For a new date or time format to take effect the Inbox has to be closed and re-opened.
The Open button opens the selected message in a new window such that the entire message can be read
including the original formatting (line breaks are replaced by spaces in the Inbox message list). Pressing the
Reply button opens the new message dialog as described above, except the destination phone number is
filled in already.
Outbox
Tapping on the Outbox button opens the list of sent messages. Otherwise the Outbox behaves exactly as the
Inbox described above. The date and time when a message was sent is not available for GSM modems.
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SMS Configuration
Tapping on the SMS Configuration button opens the SMS configuration dialog. The SMS Centre address
follows the same rules as the recipient's phone number in the New message dialog. The message validity
period parameter is sent to the SMS Centre with each message sent subsequently and instructs the SMS
Centre on how long it should attempt to deliver the message to the recipient (the SMS Centre may impose an
upper limit on the validity period regardless of the setting).
NOTE Only certain discrete validity period values can be sent and thus the validity period is rounded to
the nearest allowed value. The next time the SMS configuration dialog is opened the rounded
value is shown.
The user interface tries to keep the SMS storage location available for a new incoming message if the Delete
oldest message when full check box is checked. In this case, when a new message arrives and the SMS
storage becomes full, the oldest received message is deleted. If any string is entered as the ‘Message
Suppression Prefix’, then messages beginning with that string will not be shown in either the Inbox or Outbox.
In this way messages intended for another application running on the same device can be hidden from the
user, as long as those messages begin with the string configured here.
Voice
The Voice tab is described in detail under “Voice – Using the WWAN Phone Dialer” on page 59.
Power Mode
The power mode of the modem is controlled through the Power menu in the Control Panel (not through the
Wireless WAN user interface).
APPENDIX G WIRELESS ZERO CONFIG
SETTINGS
Wireless Information
This appendix describes how to set up your radio using Windows Wireless Zero Configuration – an alternative
to the Fusion Wireless Companion.
NOTE For details about using Fusion Wireless Companion, refer to Fusion Wireless Companion - Setting
Up the 802.11a/b/g/n on page 3-65.
• Tap on the Fusion icon in the taskbar at the bottom of the screen to display the menu. In the Fusion
Launch menu, tap on Options.
• Choose WLAN Management from the Options drop-down menu, and tap on Save.
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• Tap on the radio button next to Windows Manages WLAN, and tap on Save and OK.
• Press and hold down the [Power] button and the [FN/BLUE] key to reset the unit.
• Configure button: To change the settings in an existing network, highlight the network you want to modify,
and tap on the Configure button to display the Wireless Properties dialog box.
• Connect button: To force connection to a specific, existing network, highlight the network to which you
want the Workabout Pro4 to connect, and tap on the Connect button.
This tab lists available networks — any access points that are broadcasting an SSID, and it lists preferred
networks — networks that you have configured. Since access points are generally secure, they will most likely
not be listed here. By default, the Workabout Pro4 attempts to connect to preferred networks. This behaviour
can be changed by enabling Automatically connect to non-preferred networks in the Advanced dialog box
(see Figure G-9 Advanced Wireless Settings).
• To add a new configuration, tap on the Add New button. A blank Wireless Properties dialog box
is displayed.
Wireless Zero Config Settings G-3
Wireless Properties
• Type the appropriate SSID (Service Set Identifier) in the Network name (SSID): dialog box. The
Network name field can contain a maximum of 32 characters. The name assigned here is listed as a
preferred network.
IMPORTANT Keep in mind that the Workabout Pro4 will only communicate with access points that are
configured with the same SSID.
• Ad Hoc And Infrastructure: If you are using an Infrastructure network — one in which the hand-helds
must pass data through an access point — leave the check box next to This is an ad hoc network blank.
If you are using an Ad Hoc network — a network in which the hand-helds pass data directly to other Ad
Hoc devices without an access point — add a check mark in the check box next to This is an ad hoc
network to enable Ad Hoc.
• Encryption: WEP (Wired-Equivalent Privacy) encryption prevents others from accidentally accessing your
network. If you are not using encryption, you can choose Disabled from the drop-down encryption menu.
Otherwise, leave this field as is.
AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) is a standard for protecting data through encryption. AES supports
key sizes of 128 bits, 192 bits and 256 bits and will serve as a replacement for the Data Encryption Stand-
ard (DES), which has a key size of 56 bits. In addition to the increased security that comes with larger
key sizes, the AES algorithm is a symmetrical block cipher that can encrypt (encipher) and decrypt
(decipher) information.
TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) uses the original WEP programming but wraps additional code at
the beginning and end to encapsulate and modify it. Like WEP, TKIP uses the RC4 stream encryption algo-
rithm as its basis. The new protocol, however, encrypts each data packet with a unique encryption key, and
the keys are much stronger than those of its predecessor.
• Authentication: 802.11 supports several subtypes of network authentication services: Open, Shared,
WPA, and WPA-PSK. Under Open authentication, any wireless station can request authentication. The
station that needs to authenticate with another wireless station sends an authentication management
frame that contains the identity of the sending station. The receiving station then sends back a frame that
indicates whether it recognizes the identity of the sending station.
Under Shared authentication, each wireless station is assumed to have received a secret shared key over
a secure channel that is independent from the 802.11 wireless network communications channel.
Under WPA and WPA-PSK authentication, the use of 802.1x authentication is required. For wireless net-
works without a Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) infrastructure, WPA supports the
use of a preshared key. For wireless networks with a RADIUS infrastructure, Extensible Authentication
Protocol (EAP) and RADIUS is supported.
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• Network Key: This text box is used to specify a 5 or 13 ASCII character sequence or an equivalent 10 or
26 Hexadecimal digit sequence that matches the active WEP key on the access point.
To assign a Network key, highlight The key is provided automatically, and uncheck the check box to
disable this option.
Assigning an IP Address
If your network is not using a DHCP server, you will need to assign an IP address.
Wireless Zero Config Settings G-5
• Use the arrow buttons at the top of the Wireless Information tab to scroll to the IP Information tab.
• Tap on the Configure button., and then tap on the radio button next to Specify an IP address, and enter
values in the fields next to IP address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway.
Advanced Features
To display the Advanced Wireless Settings dialog box:
• Tap on the Advanced button in the Wireless Information tab. (Refer to Figure G-6 Wireless Information.)
• Tap in the Networks List, and highlight the network that you want to move up or down in the list.
• To move the highlighted item in the list upward or downward, tap on the Up or Down button.
• In the preferred networks list, highlight the network you want to remove.
• Tap on the Delete button.
Index
W
warm reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-6
Wedge data (Data Transmission) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-7
Windows® Start Menu See Start Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Windows 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Windows Embedded CE, navigating in . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Windows Explorer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Windows Mobile Device Center, setting up . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Windows Vista® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Wireless WAN
AT Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-13
Drive Mode configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-10
modem information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-11, G-11
network diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-11
SMS Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-14
Use Virtual Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-6
Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-15
Wireless Zero Config . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .G-1–G-6
Workabout Pro
approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-2
specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1
Workabout Pro specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1
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