Page 1 Hand-Held Computer Microsoft® Windows® Mobile 6.1 Operating System Reference Guide...
Page 2: Limited Warranty
Disclaimer Honeywell International Inc. (“HII”) reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice, and the reader should in all cases consult HII to determine whether any such changes have been made. The information in this publication does not represent a commitment on the part of HII.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Components Front Back Keypads 32 Key Triple-Tap Keypad 32 Key Alpha-Mode Keypad Scanner / Imager Aperture Handle Handstrap I/O Port and Cables Startup Help Device Unlocked / Device Locked Reboot Sequences Suspend / Resume Cold Boot / Restart Clean Boot / Reset Chapter 2: Hardware...
Page 4 Sticky Keys Mode Key Functions Power Key Power States Display 2-10 Display Backlight Timer 2-10 LED Indicators 2-11 System Status LED 2-11 Scan Status LED 2-11 Alpha Mode LED 2-12 Chapter 3: Power Power Modes On Mode Suspend Mode Off Mode Batteries Checking Battery Status Main Battery Pack...
Page 5 Status Icons Soft Keys Start and Program Menus Installed Programs Internet Explorer Office Mobile Applications 4-10 ActiveSync 4-10 AppLock (Option) 4-10 Summit 4-10 SCU (Summit Client Utility) 4-10 Certs 4-10 Windows Media Player 4-10 Bluetooth (Option) 4-11 RFTerm (Option) 4-11 Status Popup 4-12 HSM Connect...
Page 6 Menus 4-30 Owner Information 4-31 Sounds & Notifications 4-33 Sounds 4-33 Notifications 4-34 Today 4-35 System Panels 4-36 About 4-36 Version 4-36 Device ID 4-37 Copyrights 4-38 About MX8WM 4-39 Software 4-39 Hardware 4-40 Versions 4-40 Network IP 4-41 Administration - for AppLock 4-42 Introduction 4-42...
Page 7 4-77 Reconnect 4-79 Options 4-79 About 4-81 Easy Pairing and Auto-Reconnect 4-82 Bluetooth Bar Code Reader Setup 4-83 MX8 with Label 4-84 MX8 without Label 4-84 Bluetooth Reader Beep and LED Indications 4-85 Bluetooth Printer Setup 4-85 Certificates 4-86 Personal...
Page 8 Encryption 4-93 Error Reporting 4-94 External GPS 4-95 Access 4-96 License Manager 4-97 Managed Programs 4-98 Memory 4-99 Main 4-99 Storage Card 4-100 MX8WM Options 4-101 Communication 4-101 Misc. 4-102 Status Popup 4-103 Power 4-104 Battery 4-104 Advanced 4-105 Regional Settings 4-106 Remove Programs 4-108...
Page 9 USB Connection 4-124 Connect -- Initial Install Process 4-125 Synchronize Files 4-125 MX8 and PC Partnership 4-125 Serial Port Transfer 4-125 USB Transfer 4-125 Explore 4-125 Disconnect 4-126 Cold Boot and Loss of Host Re-connection 4-126 ActiveSync Help 4-127 Configuring with HSM Connect...
Page 10 OCR Template Examples 5-32 OCR Checksum Calculation 5-32 HHP Properties 5-33 Ctrl Char Mapping 5-35 Translate All 5-35 Custom Identifiers 5-37 Control Code Replacement Examples 5-39 Bar Code Processing Examples 5-39 Length Based Bar Code Stripping 5-41 Processing Tab 5-43 About Tab 5-44 Hat Encoding...
Page 11 Buttons 7-11 Profile Parameters 7-12 Status Tab 7-14 Diags Tab 7-15 Global Tab 7-16 Custom Parameter Option 7-17 Global Parameters 7-18 Sign-On vs. Stored Credentials 7-22 How to: Use Stored Credentials 7-22 How to: Use Sign On Screen 7-23 Windows Certificate Store vs. Certs Path 7-25 User Certificates 7-25...
Page 12 Pinout I/O Port AC Wall Adapter Chapter 10: Technical Assistance 10-1...
Page 13: Chapter 1: Introduction
The MX8 is a rugged, portable, hand-held Microsoft® Windows® Mobile® 6.1 equipped computer capable of wireless data communications. The MX8 can transmit information using an 802.11 network card and it can store information for later transmission through an RS232 or USB port.
Page 14: Components
Components Front 1. Scanner/Imager Aperture 2. Speaker 3. System Status LED 4. Scan Button 5. Orange Key (Sticky Key) 6. Blue Key (Sticky Key) 7. Scan Status LED 8. Cable Port 9. On / Off Button 10. Alpha Lock LED Diamond Keys...
Page 15: Back
Back 1. Scanner/Imager Aperture 2. Trigger Handle Attach Points Handstrap Retainer Bracket Attach Points 3. Main Battery 4. Battery Fastener 5. Cable Port Note: The touch screen stylus can be tethered to the handstrap or the trigger handle.
Page 16: Keypads
Keypads 32 Key Triple-Tap Keypad 1. System Status LED 2. Scan Button 3. Enter Button 4. On / Off Button 5. Scan Status LED 6. Speaker 7. Alpha Status LED 8. Diamond Keys 9. Orange Key (Sticky) 10. Blue Key (Sticky)
Page 17: 32 Key Alpha-Mode Keypad
32 Key Alpha-Mode Keypad 1. System Status LED 2. Scan button 3. Enter Button 4. On / Off Button 5. Scan Status LED 6. Speaker 7. Alpha Status LED 8. Diamond Keys 9. Orange Key (Sticky) 10. Blue Key (Sticky)
Page 18: Scanner / Imager Aperture
Scanner / Imager Aperture Caution: Never stare directly into the beam aperture. Continuous Scan Mode has been enabled (default is disabled), the laser is always on and decoding. Caution: Laser beam is emitted continuously. Do not stare into the laser beam. Handle 1.
Page 19: I/O Port And Cables
Adapter/Cable : Audio MX8060CABLE 1. To MX8 I/O port 2. Attach A/C Adapter barrel connector 3. To audio device AC/DC Adapter for MX8 and MX8 Desktop Cradles MX8301PWRSPLY (US) MX8302PWRSPLY (WW) 1. To power port 2. To adapter 3. To wall plug...
Page 20: Startup Help
When the MX8 is locked, the Today screen displays Device locked. Click Unlock at the lower part of the screen: If there is no password or PIN set, click Unlock on the next screen to unlock the MX8. The MX8 is returned to normal operation.
Page 21: Reboot Sequences
Quickly tapping the Power key places the MX8 in Suspend mode. Quickly tapping the Power key again, pressing any key, pressing the trigger (on the trigger handle), or tapping the touch screen, returns the MX8 from Suspend. The System LED blinks green when the video display is Off.
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Page 23: Chapter 2: Hardware
SD Flash drive, so that if a damaged bootloader is detected, it may be re-flashed correctly. Internal Mini SD Memory Card The MX8 has one mini SD card interface for storage for User data. The mini SD slot is accessible from the battery compartment and ships with a qualified 128MB Mini SD Flash card.
Page 24: Video Subsystem
The MX8 status indicator is illuminated when the backup battery is being charged by the main battery pack. A new main battery pack can be fully charged in 5 hours when it is in an MX8 connected to AC power and 5 hours when it is in the MX8 multicharger.
Page 25: Com Port
The MX8 has one USB Client port for ActiveSync applications. An accessory USB cable, “Cable, Multipurpose USB and Power” is available to connect the MX8 to a USB Type A plug on a PC for ActiveSync functions. External AC power is available when the multipurpose USB Client/Power cable is connected.
Page 26: Scanner / Imager Port
If enabled, a vibration device provides a tactile response on a good scan event. Note: If the SPN number on the label on the back of your MX8 ends in Rev B, your device has an integrated N43XX scan engine. For example, SPN: MX8X9X9X9X9X9XX Rev B.
Page 27: Keypads
Keypads Using the Triple-Tap Keypad When using a sequence of keys that require an alpha key, first press the Alph key. Use the Shft sticky key or the Caps key sequence (Blue+Tab) for upper case alphabetic characters. Pressing the Alph key forces “Alpha” mode for the 2,3,4,5,6,7,8, and 9 keys. The 1 and 0 keys continue to place a 1 and 0 into the text field.
Page 28: Using The Alpha-Mode Keypad
Using the Alpha-Mode Keypad When using a sequence of keys that require a lowercase alpha key, first press the Alph key. Use the Shft sticky key for upper case alphabetic characters. Pressing the Alph key forces “Alpha” mode for the numeric keys. To create a combination of numbers and letters before pressing Enter, remember to tap the Alph key to toggle between Alpha and Numeric mode.
Page 29: Standard Keys
Standard Keys Scan The integrated scanner scans only when the Scan button is pressed (or when the scan trigger is pressed on the optional trigger handle). Enter The Enter key is used to confirm a forms entry or to transmit information. How it is used is determined by the application running on the mobile device.
Page 30: Function Keys
Function Keys Sticky Keys The Sticky Key feature allows the user to activate multi-key press combinations with one finger. Sticky Key Function A Control sticky key press stays active until the Control key is pressed again. The Control key enables the control functions of the keypad. This function is similar to a regular Ctl / Ctrl (Control key) keyboard’s Control key.
Page 31: Mode Key Functions
To enter a string of numbers in a text field, make sure the Alph key is toggled off. Power Key The power key is located next to the Diamond 2 key. When a main battery pack is inserted in the MX8 for the first time, the Power key must be pressed.
Page 32: Display
Display The touch screen display is an active color LCD unit capable of supporting VGA graphics modes. Display size is 240 x 320 pixels in portrait orientation. The covering is designed to resist stains. The touch screen allows signature capture and touch input.
Page 33: Led Indicators
LED Indicators The MX8 does not have a Bluetooth managed LED. Any Bluetooth activity indicators are located in the Desktop taskbar. System Status LED The System Status LED is located at the top left of the keypad, above the Scan button.
Page 34: Alpha Mode Led
The Alpha Mode LED is located next to the F5 key on the 32-key keypad (Numeric-Alpha keypad). Color - Activity Indicates ... Green - Steady MX8 is in Alpha character input mode. Alpha Mode (Alph LED) No color MX8 is in Numeric key input mode.
Page 35: Chapter 3: Power
Suspend Mode The Suspend mode is entered when the unit is inactive for a predetermined period of time or the user taps the Power key. MX8 Suspend timers are set using Start > Settings > Systems > Power > Advanced tab.
Page 36: Batteries
A suspended MX8 maintains the date and time for a minimum of two days using a main battery that has reached the Low Warning point and a fully charged backup battery. The MX8 retains data, during a main battery hot swap, for at least 5 minutes.
Page 37: Low Battery Warning
The backup battery is a 160 mAh Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) battery that is factory installed in the unit. The energy needed to maintain the backup battery near full charge at all times is drawn from the MX8 main battery. It takes several hours of operation before a depleted backup battery is capable of supporting the operation of the MX8.
Page 39: Chapter 4: Software
Operating System There are several different aspects to the setup and configuration of the MX8. Many of the setup and configuration settings are dependent upon the optional features such as hardware and software installed on the mobile device. The examples found in this section are to be used as examples only, because the configuration of your specific MX8 may vary.
Page 40: Installed Software
The files are pre-loaded and stored in folders in the mobile device. This section lists the contents of the folders and the general function of the files. Files installed in each MX8 are specific to the intended function of the MX8.
Page 41: Version Control
The MX8 has a unique 128-bit ID code as required by the Windows Mobile 6.1 specification. This ID number is generated by the boot loader. This ID code is available in the About MX8WM settings panel, and by a Win32 standard API.
Page 42: Today Screen
The main screen for the MX8 is known as the Today screen. The Today screen shows various options and status icons. The Today screen appearance is configurable by selecting Start > Settings > Personal > Today. Both the appearance of the Today screen and the items displayed may be configured.
Page 43: Start Menu
When the MX8 is unlocked, clicking on Device unlocked locks the MX8. When the MX8 is locked, clicking on Unlock at the bottom of the screen unlocks the MX8. Depending on the settings, a password may be required. The MX8 can also be configured to lock after a period of inactivity. For more information, please...
Page 44: Notification Bar
The speaker is off. Vibrate is on. The MX8 is connected to external power. Power The MX8 is operating on battery power. The strength of the battery is indicated by the number of bars displayed: 0 (low battery) to 4 (fully charged battery).
Page 45: Status Icons
MX8 is not connected to any Bluetooth device. MX8 is ready to connect with any Bluetooth device. MX8 is out of range of all paired Bluetooth device(s). Connection is inactive. Summit radio is not currently associated or authenticated to an Access Point.
Page 46: Start And Program Menus
Start and Program Menus Start > Programs or Start The following options represent the factory default program installation. Your system may be different based on the software and hardware options purchased. The location of the program may be in either the Start menu or the Start > Programs menu depending on the configuration in Settings >...
Page 47: Installed Programs
Internet Explorer configuration resources. If an Internet Explorer web page is larger than the MX8 screen can display at one time, scroll bars are provided for horizontal and vertical scrolling. The scroll bars can enabled or disabled using the MX8WM Options settings.
Page 48: Office Mobile Applications
Office 2003 and Office 2007 formats are supported, though these are subset applications so not all objects may appear as expected. ActiveSync handles all file format conversions for these files transferred between the MX8 and the host PC. ActiveSync Start > Programs > ActiveSync ActiveSync can be setup to synchronize with an Exchange server.
Page 49: Bluetooth (Option)
Only installed on a Bluetooth equipped MX8. The System Administrator can Discover and Pair targeted Bluetooth devices for each MX8. The System Administrator can enable / disable Bluetooth settings and assign a Computer Friendly Name for each MX8. Bluetooth can be accessed by tapping Start >...
Page 50: Status Popup
HSM Connect for the MX8 is available on the Getting Started Disc. GrabTime GrabTime is a utility to synchronize the MX8 with a world-wide time server. GrabTime can be started as a service by setting it in the Launch option (see the following section for details on Launch).
Page 51: Synchronize With A Local Time Server
Synchronize with a local time server Use ActiveSync to copy GrabTime.ini from the Windows folder on the MX8 to the host PC. Edit GrabTime.ini (on the host PC) to add the local time server’s domain name to the beginning of the list of servers. You can then optionally delete the remainder of the list.
Page 52: Remote Desktop
Using Remote Desktop Mobile, you can log on to a remote computer running Terminal Services or Remote Desktop and use all the programs available on that computer from your mobile device. For example, instead of running Word Mobile on the MX8, you can run the desktop computer version of Word and access all of the .doc files on that computer from your device.
Page 53: Connect To A Remote Server
Connect to a Remote Server 1. Configure the radio. 2. Enter the name of the computer to which you want to connect. If needed, enter the port number at the end of the computer name (remotecomputername:portnumber). 3. Enter the user name, password and domain. 4.
Page 54: Installing Applications
If you trust the program, tap Yes. Otherwise tap No. Preparation Package files can be copied to the MX8 using ActiveSync or they can be installed from the Mini SD card. Package File Installation The MX8 must be connected to external AC power. IMPORTANT – Because the package file installation actually rewrites portions of the operating system, it is important that the AC power is not interrupted during package file installation.
Page 55 Click Install Now to begin the installation. MX8 reboots and displays an Update message while the package is being installed. When the installation is completed, the MX8 reboots again and displays the summary screen. 4-17...
Page 56 Refer to Installing Applications Help if there is a problem with the package installation. 4-18...
Page 57: Installing Applications Help
Installing Applications Help Message: The MX8 isn’t connected to AC power. Tap Cancel. Connect the MX8 to AC power and try the update again. Note: The message that the update will be deleted only means that the scheduled update was deleted. The package file IS NOT deleted and remains on the storage card.
Page 58 Message: The package is already installed or is an older version than installed. The update could not be installed because the update has already been installed or the package file is an earlier version than is already installed on the MX8. Tap Done to exit the update process.
Page 59: Settings
About MX8WM Display hardware, software and version information. Use this option to set parameters for the MX8 when it is to be used as a dedicated, single Administration or multiple application device. Only the applications or features specified in the AppLock configuration by the AppLock Administrator are available to the MX8 user.
Page 60 Function Memory Display current state of virtual memory. MX8WM Options Set the MX8 specific configuration options. Power Set Power scheme properties. Review device status and properties. Set appearance of numbers, currency, time and date based on country region and Regional Settings language settings.
Page 61: Personal Panels
Personal Panels Buttons Start > Settings > Personal > Buttons Program Buttons Program buttons can be used to assign functions to certain keys such as F1-F5 and the three diamond keys. Buttons can only be assigned to programs that have an icon in the Start menu or the Programs folder (including sub-folders). A program that is not in the above mentioned locations does not show up in the list here.
Page 62: Up/Down Control
Up/Down Control Customize the delay before repeating and the repeat rate for the up/down controls. Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help. 4-24...
Page 63: Input
Input Start > Settings > Personal > Input Input Method Select the preferred method of input. Factory Default Settings Input Method Keyboard Small keys Enabled The default method of input is the keyboard or input panel. When the cursor is located in a field allowing text input, the input panel may automatically be displayed.
Page 64: Word Completion
Word Completion Factory Default Settings Suggest words when entering text Enabled Suggest after entering A space Suggest _ word(s) Add a space after word Enabled Enable auto correct Enabled 4-26...
Page 65: Options
Options Factory Default Settings Voice recording format 8000 Hz, 8 Bit, Mono Default zoom level for writing 200% Default zoom level for typing 100% Capitalize first letter of sentence Enabled Scroll upon reaching the last line Enabled Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help.
Page 66: Lock
Confirm blank Prompt if device is unused for – Check/enable the checkbox and set the inactivity timeout before the MX8 locks. Then the screen displays a numeric keypad or the input panel depending on the type of password selected. Note: Once a password has been entered, the password must be used to access the Lock panels again.
Page 67: Hint
Hint If the password entry isn’t successful after a predefined number of attempts, the password hint is displayed. Factory Default Settings Password hint <blank> Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help.
Page 68: Menus
Menus Start > Settings > Personal > Menus Use this panel to select the programs to appear in the Start menu. See Also: "Start and Program Menus" Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help.
Page 69: Owner Information
Owner Information Start > Settings > Personal > Owner Information Set the MX8 owner details. Factory Default Settings Identification Name, Company, Address, Telephone, E-mail Blank Notes Notes Blank Options When the device is turned on, display: Identification information Disabled Notes Disabled Enter the information and tap ok to save the changes.
Page 70 If owner information and notes are entered, use the options on this screen to enable the owner information or notes to be displayed at startup. Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help.
Page 71: Sounds & Notifications
Sounds & Notifications Start > Settings > Personal > Sounds & Notifications Set volume parameters and assign sound wav files to Windows Mobile events. Sounds Factory Default Settings Volume Events Enabled Programs Enabled Notifications Enabled Screen taps Disabled Hardware buttons Disabled Follow the instructions on the screen and tap ok to save the changes.
Page 72: Notifications
When the flash light option is selected, the MX8 flashes the Alpha LED. When you have finished changing the settings, tap ok to save the changes.
Page 73: Today
Today Start > Settings > Personal > Today Select a theme and the items to display on the Today screen. Use the Appearance panel to assign a theme for the device. The default theme is Windows Mobile 6.1. Any user installed themes are included in the list.
Page 74: System Panels
System Panels About Start > Settings > System > About The About panels show OS versions, allow device name and description input and display copyright information. Version This screen displays information on the installed operating system and the hardware. Note that Windows Mobile is based on a Windows CE engine. The underlying version of Windows CE is displayed on this panel.
Page 75: Device Id
Device ID Factory Default Settings Device Name MX8001 Device Description HSM_MX8WM The device name and description can be changed. Enter the name and description using either the keypad or the Input Panel and tap ok to save the changes. The changes take effect immediately. Note: The Device Name listed in Start >...
Page 76: Copyrights
Copyrights This screen is presented for information only. The Copyrights information cannot be changed by the user. 4-38...
Page 77: About Mx8Wm
About MX8WM Start > Settings > Personal > About MX8WM Displays hardware and software details. Tab Title Contents GUID, Windows CE Version, OAL Version, Bootloader Version, Language. Software Note:“Windows CE Version” refers to the version of Windows CE on which Windows Mobile was built.
Page 78: Hardware
Hardware Note: The integrated bar code reader is identified by selecting Start > Settings > System > Data Collection > About tab. Versions 4-40...
Page 79: Network Ip
Network IP Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help. 4-41...
Page 80: Administration - For Applock
Administration - for AppLock Introduction AppLock is designed to be run on Honeywell certified Windows based devices only. The AppLock program is pre-loaded. MX8 AppLock is setup by the Administrator by tapping Start > Settings > System > Administration. Configuration parameters are specified by the AppLock Administrator for the mobile device end-user. AppLock is password protected by the Administrator.
Page 81: Setup A New Device
Setup a New Device Before you begin setting up a new device assign a default input method (Input Panel, Transcriber, or custom input method Devices ordered with the AppLock feature are shipped to boot in Administration mode with no default password, thus when the device is first booted, the user has full access to the device and no password prompt is displayed.
Page 82: Administration Mode
Administration Mode Administration mode gives full access to the mobile device, hardware and software configuration options. The administrator must enter a valid password (when a password has already been assigned) before access to Administration mode and configuration options are allowed. The administrator can configure the following options: Create/change the keystroke sequence to activate administrator access.
Page 83: End User Mode
End User Mode End-user mode locks the end-user into the configured application or applications. The end user can still reboot and respond to dialog boxes. Each application is automatically launched and runs in full screen mode when the device boots up. The user cannot unintentionally or intentionally exit the application nor can the end user execute any other applications.
Page 84: Passwords
Passwords A password must be configured. If the password is not configured, a new device switches into Administration mode without prompting for a password. In addition to the Administrator hotkey press, a mode switch occurs if inaccurate information has been configured or if mandatory information is missing in the configuration. There are several situations that display a password prompt after a password has been configured.
Page 85: End-User Switching Technique
A checkmark indicates applications currently active or available for Launching by the user. When Keyboard is selected, the MX8 default input method (Input Panel, Transcriber, or custom input method) is activated. The check to the left of the application name indicates that the application is active.
Page 86: End User Internet Explorer (Euie)
End User Internet Explorer (EUIE) AppLock supports applications that utilize Internet Explorer, such as .HTML pages and JAVA applications. The end user can run an application by entering the application name and path in Internet Explorer’s address bar. To prevent the end user from executing an application using this method, the address bar and Options settings dialog are restricted in Internet Explorer.
Page 87: Application Panel
Use the Application tab options to select the applications to launch when the device boots up in End-user Mode. If no application is specified when the Administrator Panel is closed, the MX8 reboots into Administrator mode. If a password has been set, but an application has not been specified, the user will be prompted for the password before entering administration mode.
Page 88 Option Explanation Delay function by setting a delay for the first application (lowest Order) launched and setting the delay to 0 for all other applications. See Boot Options. Default is Disabled. Enable (check) to show the Keyboard option on the Switchpad menu. When Input Panel enabled the input panel cannot be enabled or disabled for each individual application, and is available to the user for all configured applications.
Page 89: Launch Button
Launch Button When clicked, displays the Launch options panel for the Filename selected on the Administration panel. Note: Launch order is determined by the Order specified in the Application tab. The Order value does not have to be sequential. 4-51...
Page 90: Auto At Boot
Auto At Boot Default is Enabled. Auto At Boot When enabled, automatically launches (subject to the specified Delay in seconds) the application after the unit is rebooted. If a Delay in seconds is specified, AppLock waits for the specified period of time to expire before launching the application. The Delay default value is 10 seconds;...
Page 91: Auto Re-Launch
Auto Re-Launch Default is Enabled. When enabled for a specific application. automatically re-launches it (subject to the specified Auto Re-Launch Delay in seconds) after it terminates. This option allows the Administrator to disable the re-launch operation. AppLock cannot prevent all applications from closing.
Page 92: Manual (Launch)
Manual (Launch) Default is Disabled. Enabling this option allows the end-user to launch the specified application(s). Upon bootup completion an application with Manual enabled is listed on the Switchpad accompanied by a checkmark that indicates the application is currently active or available for Launching. When an application name is tapped by the end-user, the application is launched (if inactive) and brought to the foreground.
Page 93: Security Panel
Security Panel Setting an Activation Hotkey Specify the hotkey sequence that triggers AppLock to switch between administrator and user modes and the password required to enter Administrator mode. The default hotkey sequence is Shift+Ctrl+A. key keypress is an invalid keypress for a hotkey sequence. Move the cursor to the Hot Key text box.
Page 94: Setting A Password In The Security Panel
Setting a Password in the Security Panel Move the cursor to the Password text box. The passwords entered in the Password and Confirm Password fields must match. Passwords are case sensitive. When the user exits the Administrator panel, the two passwords are compared to verify that they match. If they do not match, a dialog box is displayed notifying the user of the error.
Page 95: Options Panel
Options Panel AppLock uses 3 timeout values when locking applications: Launch timeout -- the time to wait for an application to initially launch before timing out. Default value is 60000 milliseconds (60 seconds). Replace timeout -- the time to wait for an application to replace the current window with another one before timing out. Default value is 20000 milliseconds (20 seconds).
Page 96: Status Panel
Status Panel Use the Status panel to view the log of previous AppLock operations and to configure which messages are to be recorded during AppLock operation. Status information is stored in a specific location on the storage device and in a specific logfile specified by the Administrator. For this reason, the administrator can configure the type of status information that is logged, as well as clear the status information.
Page 97: Log
When the Administrator is selecting a hotkey sequence to use when switching user modes, they are not allowed to enter key combinations that are reserved by installed software applications. Honeywell has validated RFTerm key combinations ONLY. When RFTerm is installed on the mobile device and an RFTerm restricted key sequence is specified as a hotkey sequence by the Administrator, the following error message is displayed in a message box: Selected hotkey is not allowed.
Page 98: Applock Error Messages
AppLock Error Messages Any messages whose first word is an ‘ing’ word is output prior to the action described in the message. For example, “Switching to admin-hotkey press” is logged after the administrator has pressed the hotkey but prior to starting the switch process. For all operations that can result in an error, an Error level message is displayed when a failure occurs.
Page 99 Message Explanation and/or corrective action Level Converted Pwd Converted password from wide to mbs. LOG_EX Could not create event The keyboard filter uses this event at the Administrator panel. The event could not be created. LOG_ERROR EVT_HOTKEYCHG If the keyboard cannot be controlled, AppLock cannot process the hotkey. This failure prevents a mode switch Could not hook keyboard LOG_ERROR into user mode.
Page 100 Message Explanation and/or corrective action Level Encrypt hash data from Encrypt password process successful. LOG_EX pwd OK Encrypt length failure Unable to encrypt password. LOG_ERROR Encrypt out of memory for Unable to encrypt password. LOG_ERROR Encrypted data OK The password has been successfully encrypted. LOG_EX In order for AppLock to control the application being locked so it can prevent the application from exiting, Enter...
Page 101 Message Explanation and/or corrective action Level LOG_ Exit EncryptPwd Exiting password encryption processing. PROCESSING LOG_ Exit FullScreenMode Exiting the function that switches the screen to full screen. PROCESSING LOG_ Exit GetAppInfo Processing is at the end of the function that retrieved the application information from the registry. PROCESSING LOG_ Exit password dialog...
Page 102 Message Explanation and/or corrective action Level Getting encrypt pwd The length of the encrypted password is being calculated. LOG_EX length AppLock is unable to lock the application. This could happen if the application being locked encountered an Hook wndproc failure LOG_ERROR error after performing its initialization and shut itself down prior to being locked by AppLock.
Page 103 Message Explanation and/or corrective action Level Read registry failure-Cmd AppCommandLine registry entry is missing or empty. This is not considered an error since command line LOG_ERROR Line information is not necessary to launch and lock the application. Read registry failure- The Internet registry entry is missing or empty.
Page 104 Message Explanation and/or corrective action Level Taskbar hook failure AppLock is unable to control the taskbar to prevent the locked application from re-enabling it. LOG_ERROR Taskbar hook OK AppLock successfully installed control of the taskbar. LOG_EX Timeout looking for app After the application is launched, AppLock must wait until the application has initialized itself before proceeding.
Page 105: Backlight
When the MX8 is on battery power and the backlight timer expires, the display and the backlights for the display and keypad are turned off. Default value is 1 minute and both the check boxes are enabled. Adjust the settings and tap ok to save the changes.
Page 106: External Power
When the MX8 is on external power and the backlight timer expires, the display and the backlights for the display and keypad are turned off. Default value is 1 minute and both the check boxes are enabled. Adjust the settings and tap ok to save the changes.
Page 107: Brightness
30 Percent On AC Power 70 Percent Adjust the brightness of the display when the MX8 is on battery and AC power. Use the slider bars to adjust the brightness level and tap ok to save. Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help.
Page 108: Bluetooth
Bluetooth Start > Settings > System > Bluetooth Note: Contact Technical Assistance for upgrade availability if your EZPair panels are not the same as the panels presented in this section. Discover and manage pairing with nearby Bluetooth devices. Factory Default Settings Discovered Devices None Settings...
Page 109 When Filtered Mode is enabled, the MX8 can pair with one Bluetooth scanner and one Bluetooth printer. When Filtered Mode is disabled, the MX8 can pair with up to four Bluetooth devices, with a limit of one scanner, one printer, two...
Page 110: Initial Configuration
LED on the device, or a dialog box is placed on the MX8 display. 11. Whenever the MX8 is turned On, all previously paired, active, Bluetooth devices in the vicinity are paired, one at a time, with the MX8.
Page 111: Discover
Change the Computer Friendly Name at the bottom of the Settings display. The Bluetooth MX8 default name is determined by the factory installed software version. Best practice indicates assigning every MX8 a unique name (up to 32 characters) before Bluetooth Discovery is initiated. Before Discovering During Discover Tap the Discover button to locate all discoverable Bluetooth devices in the vicinity.
Page 112: Bluetooth Devices
An icon with a red background indicates the device's Bluetooth connection is inactive. An icon with a white background indicates the device is connected to the MX8 and the device's Bluetooth connection is active. Doubletap a device in the list to open the device properties menu. The target device does not need to be active.
Page 113: Bluetooth Device Menu
Stop the connection between the MX8 and the highlighted paired Bluetooth device. Remove an unpaired device from the Bluetooth device list. The highlighted device name and Delete identifier is removed from the MX8 Bluetooth Devices panel after the user taps OK. Properties More information on the highlighted Bluetooth device.
Page 114: Bluetooth Properties
Bluetooth Properties Data on the Bluetooth Properties panel cannot be changed by the user. The data displayed is the result of the device Query performed during the Discovery process. The Status dialog box reflects the current state of the highlighted device. 4-76...
Page 115: Settings
Windows Mobile Wireless Manager displays Bluetooth status as “Visible”. This option is Enabled by default. A dialog box appears on the MX8 screen notifying the user a Bluetooth device requests to pair with the MX8. The requesting Bluetooth device does not need to have been Discovered by the MX8 before the Prompt if devices request to pairing request is received.
Page 116 (Filtered Mode is enabled/checked). Filtered Mode When Filtered Mode is disabled, the MX8 can pair with up to four Bluetooth devices, with a limit of one Bluetooth scanner, one Bluetooth printer, one PAN, and one DUN. More than one HID device can be connected but only one Bluetooth mouse and one Bluetooth keyboard.
Page 117: Reconnect
Reconnect Note: These options can still be checked or unchecked whether Bluetooth connection is enabled or disabled. Options Option Information This option is Enabled (checked) by default. There may be an audio or visual signal when a connection between a paired, active device is Report when connection lost.
Page 118 Option Information This option is Enabled (checked) by default. The default time delay is 30 minutes. This value cannot be changed by the user. There may be an audio or visual signal when a connection between a paired, active device fails to re-connect.
Page 119: About
About This panel lists the assigned Computer Friendly Name (that other Bluetooth devices may discover during their Discovery and Query process), the Bluetooth device MAC address, and software version levels. The data cannot be edited by the user. 4-81...
Page 120: Easy Pairing And Auto-Reconnect
MX8 is not connected to any Bluetooth device. MX8 is ready to connect with any Bluetooth device. MX8 is out of range of all paired Bluetooth device(s). Connection is inactive. Note: Configuration elements are persistent and stored in the registry.
Page 121: Bluetooth Bar Code Reader Setup
To open the EZPair program, tap Start > Settings > System > Bluetooth or tap the Bluetooth icon at the bottom of the Today screen. Locate the bar code label, similar to the one shown above, attached to the MX8. The label is the Bluetooth address identifier for the MX8.
Page 122: Mx8 With Label
1. Scan the Bluetooth address bar code label, attached to the MX8, with the Bluetooth mobile scanner. 2. If this is the first time the Bluetooth scanner has scanned the MX8 Bluetooth label, the devices are paired. See section titled “Bluetooth Beep and LED...
Page 123: Bluetooth Reader Beep And Led Indications
Bluetooth device. Bluetooth Printer Setup The Bluetooth managed printer should be as close as possible, in direct line of sight, with the MX8 during the pairing process. 1. Open the EZPair Panel (Start > Settings > System > Bluetooth).
Page 124: Certificates
This panel lists any installed Personal certificates. Personal certificates are used to identify the user of the device. To install a User certificate: 1. Copy the .pfx or .p12 file to a folder on the MX8. 2. Use File Explorer to browse to the location of the file and open the file by tapping the file name.
Page 125: Intermediate
To install an Intermediate certificate: 1. Copy a DER-encoded .cer file, a base64-encoded .cer file or a .pfx file to a folder on the MX8. 2. Use File Explorer to browse to the location of the file and open the file by tapping the file name.
Page 126: Root
To install a Root certificate: 1. Copy a DER-encoded .cer file, a base64-encoded .cer file or a .pfx file to a folder on the MX8. 2. Use File Explorer to browse to the location of the file and open the file by tapping the file name.
Page 127: Clock & Alarms
Clock & Alarms Start > Settings > System > Clock & Alarms Time Adjust the settings and tap ok to save the changes. The changes take effect immediately. The Time can be set for both a Home and Visiting location. 4-89...
Page 128: Alarms
Alarms To set an alarm: 1. Tap the checkbox to enable the alarm. 2. Tap <Description> and enter a description. The description is limited to 63 characters. 3. Tap the day (or days) to play the alarm. 4. Tap the time to set the time to play the alarm. Set the time and tap ok to return to the Alarms panel. 5.
Page 129: More
More Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help. 4-91...
Page 130: Customer Feedback
Elect to send or not send feedback as part of Microsoft’s Customer Experience Improvement Program. The default is Send Feedback. In order to send feedback, the MX8 must have Internet access. Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help.
Page 131: Encryption
Encryption Start > Settings > System > Encryption This panel enables or disables encryption of data files on removable storage cards. The default is Disabled. Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help.
Page 132: Error Reporting
Error Reporting Start > Settings > System > Error Reporting This panel enables or disables error reporting to Microsoft. An Internet connection is required for error reporting. Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help.
Page 133: External Gps
External GPS Start > Settings > System > External GPS Factory Default Settings GPS Program Port None GPS Hardware Port None Baud Rate 4800 Access Automatic This panel configures for serial GPS access over hardware serial ports using the Microsoft GPS manager. The port used, baud rate and sharing of the port must be specified.
Page 134: Access
Access Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help. 4-96...
Page 135: License Manager
License Manager Start > Settings > System > License Manager Use this option to view software license registration details, and service contract length for a MX8. Information on the License Viewer tabs is unique for each MX8. Note: Following image is a sample screen.
Page 136: Managed Programs
Managed Programs Start > Settings > System > Managed Programs This panel displays the install history for .NET managed programs. The list is read only. See Also: "Remove Programs" Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help.
Page 137: Memory
Memory Start > Settings > System > Memory These panels report the current state of virtual memory. The Find prompt at the bottom of the screen launches the Search utility. Main The split between Storage memory and Program memory is not adjustable. 4-99...
Page 138: Storage Card
Storage Card The pop-up list shows all mounted storage, both fixed and removable. Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help. 4-100...
Page 139: Mx8Wm Options
IE Scrollbars allows the scrollbars in Internet Explorer to be turned off when the check box is unchecked. Check the checkbox to enable Disable PIM Wakeup. When Disable PIM Wakeup is enabled, the next time the MX8 is in Suspend mode, the MX8 does not wake up to synchronize Outlook.
Page 140: Misc
Misc. Low battery warnings for the Main Battery and the Backup Battery are not presented to the user until their check boxes are unchecked. The default setting is both warnings are turned off. CapsLock, Touch Screen Disable and Enable Keypad Backlight are dimmed and cannot be edited by the user.
Page 141: Status Popup
Status Popup When the Status popup window is displayed, it is placed on top of the window in focus and hides any data beneath it. The Status Popup window is closed by pressing the assigned Status User or Status Admin key sequence. Note: Select a Diamond key for the assigned key sequence to use when opening and closing the popup.
Page 142: Power
Power Start > Settings > System > Power Reports the current battery state and allows the user to set suspend timeouts. Battery Battery power is displayed for both the main and backup batteries. 4-104...
Page 143: Advanced
Turn off device if not used for Enabled Timer setting 5 minutes Select the inactivity timeout period before the MX8 goes into suspend. The settings on this panel are for the suspend timers only. Backlight timers are set using the Backlight settings panel.
Page 144: Regional Settings
Regional Settings Start > Settings > System > Regional Settings 4-106...
Page 145 Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help. 4-107...
Page 146: Remove Programs
Remove Programs Start > Settings > System > Remove Programs This panel is used to uninstall programs. The Remove Program listing is for all programs installed by ActiveSync or a CAB file. Programs installed by a package file are not included in this list. Note: Tap Start >...
Page 147: Screen
Screen Start > Settings > System > Screen Alignment Tap the Align Screen button. The align screen opens and displays a large cross-hair in the middle of the screen. Tap the middle of the cross-hair as it moves around the screen. When the process is complete, the Align Screen is displayed. Tap ok and the changes are saved.
Page 148: Clear Type
Clear Type Tap the Enable ClearType checkbox to enable this option. The default setting is Disabled (unchecked). 4-110...
Page 149: Text Size
Text Size Tap the marker and slide it across the bar. As the marker moves, the example text increases or decreases. Tap ok and the change is saved. The new text size is in effect immediately. Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help.
Page 150: Task Manager
Task Manager Start > Settings > System > Task Manager This panel displays all running tasks as well as the CPU bandwidth being used by each task. Clicking on the column headings at the top of the screen sorts the tasks by the contents of that column. Clicking the same heading a second time reverses the sort order of that column.
Page 151: Windows Update
Windows Update Start > Settings > System > Windows Update Configure Windows Update to check for updates to the Windows Mobile operating system. Requires an active Internet connection. Click Next to configure Windows Update. The default setting is “Manual”, manually download and install important updates. Automatic checking for updates is available.
Page 152: Connections Panel
Enable or disable receiving OBEX (oBject EXchange) data beams, either by IrDA (Infrared Data Association) or Bluetooth. Note: The MX8 does not support beaming. The default setting for Beam Settings is Disabled as the MX8 does not support beaming. 4-114...
Page 153: Connections
Connections Start > Settings > Connections > Connections Configure connections to a host PC. Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help. 4-115...
Page 154: Domain Enroll
Domain Enroll Start > Settings > Connections > Domain Enroll Enroll in Active Directory. To begin enrollment, click on Enroll in the Status bar. Please contact your system administrator for the applicable information to complete the screens. Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help.
Page 155: Wi-Fi (Network Adapters)
Wi-Fi (Network Adapters) Start > Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi When the Summit Configuration Utility is managing network connections, this panel displays a list of network adapters. The list is based on drivers installed in the registry whether the adapter is actually supported by the hardware or not. To configure a network card, click on the adapter name.
Page 156 Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help. 4-118...
Page 157: Wi-Fi (Network Access)
Wi-Fi (Network Access) Start > Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi The Wi-Fi icon is not always displayed. When the Summit Client Utility (SCU) is controlling wireless settings (Start > Settings > System > Wi-Fi), the Wi-Fi icon is not displayed in Connections. When the Summit Client Utility is set for Third Party Config, the Wi-Fi icon is displayed.
Page 158: Network Adapters
Network Adapters Please see the previous Network Adapters section for more details. Note: Tap Start > Help for context sensitive Windows Help when changing or viewing options. Tap the X icon in the top right corner to close Windows Help. 4-120...
Page 159: Wireless Manager
Wireless Manager Start > Settings > Connections > Wireless Manager Provides information on the currently connected wireless network(s). If more than one wireless device is being managed, the All bar is displayed. Tap the All bar to disable/enable all wireless devices at once.
Page 160: Bluetooth
The Bluetooth radio is off (the default setting) The Bluetooth radio is on Visible The MX8 is discoverable If the Bluetooth radio is Off, tapping the Bluetooth bar turns the radio On. Once the radio is On, it may cycle to Visible if the MX8 is discoverable.
Page 161: Activesync
The synchronization process makes the data (in the information types you select) identical on your desktop computer and your device. If an information type is selected that does not exist on the MX8, the data appears to transfer, but it is ignored by the MX8 and not loaded...
Page 162: Initial Install
Initial Install Initial installation / relationship must be established using serial RS232 or USB cable connection between the MX8 and the desktop/laptop (PC). Once a relationship has been established, tap Start > Help > ActiveSync for help. Install ActiveSync on Desktop/Laptop Install ActiveSync (or Windows Mobile Device Center) using the Getting Started Disc.
Page 163: Connect -- Initial Install Process
Connect -- Initial Install Process Connect the correct** cable to the PC (the host) and the MX8 (the client). The MX8 attempts to connect as soon as the cable connection is made. Cables for the initial ActiveSync Configuration: ** USB Client to PC/Laptop...
Page 164: Disconnect
Serial Connection Disconnect the RS232 cable from the MX8. Put the MX8 into Suspend by tapping the red Power button. Tap the status bar icon in the lower right hand corner of the PC's status bar. Then tap the Disconnect button.
Page 165: Activesync Help
If the MX8 is connected to a PC by a cable, disconnect the cable from the MX8 and reconnect it again. Check that the correct connection is selected (Serial or USB “Client” if this is the initial ActiveSync installation).
Page 166: Configuring With Hsm Connect
USB ActiveSync connection to a PC when the proper cable is attached to the MX8 and the PC. If the MX8 uses a serial port for ActiveSync, it will be necessary to configure the MX8 to use the serial port. Complete details...
Page 167 7. Select and copy the HSMConnect.msi and Setup.exe files from the MX8 to the user PC. Note the location chosen for the files. 8. Close the ActiveSync explorer dialog box. Do not disconnect the MX8 ActiveSync connection. 9. Execute the Setup.exe file that was copied to the user PC. This setup program installs the HSMConnect utility.
Page 168: Using Hsm Connect
ActiveSync cable. Note: After using HSM Connect, the MX8 cannot go into Suspend mode until after a warmboot. If using Power Management on a MX8, always warmboot the MX8 when finished using HSM Connect.
Page 169: Chapter 5: Data Collection
Base Laser Scanner, 955E Honeywell Laser Scanner, N43XX Note: If the SPN number on the label on the back of your MX8 ends in Rev B, your device has an integrated N43XX scan engine. For example, SPN: MX8X9X9X9X9X9XX Rev B. Note: Base Laser Scanner, 955E does not support aim mode.
Page 170 Data Collection panel is to scan the LXEReset bar code (for Symbol and Hand Held Products scan engines) or the N43Reset bar code (for the Honeywell Laser Scanner N43XX) located in the Integrated Scanner Programming Guide. The MX8 will beep twice when a configuration bar code is successfully scanned.
Page 171: Data Processing Overview
Data Processing Overview Bar code data processing involves several steps. Some steps may be skipped during the processing depending on user selections on the Symbology Settings panels. The steps are presented below in the order they are performed on the scanned data.
Page 172: Main Tab
The Data Collection Wedge supports up to three concurrent data collection devices. For example, the internal scanner could be used to collect data at the same time a Bluetooth scanner is paired and/or a serial device is attached to COM1 (the MX8 must be in a desktop cradle to use a tethered scanner).
Page 173: Continuous Scan Mode
Start > Settings > System > Data Collection > Main Continuous scan mode is only available if the MX8 is equipped with a Symbol or Honeywell scanner. Continuous scan mode draws power from the main battery every time a scan read/decode sequence is performed.
Page 174: Com1 Tab
COM1 Tab Start > Settings > System > Data Collection > COM1 tab Factory Default Settings Baud Rate 9600 Data Bits Stop Bits Parity None Power on pin 9 Disabled Integrated laser scanner default values are 9600 Baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit and No parity. If these values are changed, the default values are restored after a cold boot or reflashing.
Page 175: Notification Tab
Notification Tab Start > Settings > System > Data Collection > Notification tab Factory Default Settings Enable Internal Scanner Sound Enabled Good Scan Vibration Bad Scan Vibration This panel toggles internal scanner sounds on and off. Internal scanner sound, by default, is enabled.
Page 176: Vibration
Vibration Enable Good scan vibration or Bad scan vibration when a tactile response on a good scan or bad scan is desired. Scan sounds are accompanied by a tactile response when the internal scanner Sound parameter is enabled. Enable short, medium or long duration for each selection (good scan and bad scan). Adjust the settings and tap ok to save the changes.
Page 177: Data Options Tab
MX8 with any other imager/scanner Note: The HHP Properties button is only present if the MX8 is equipped with a Hand Held Products imager. Choose an option in the Enable Code ID drop-down box: None, AIM, Symbol, HHP or Custom.
Page 178: Enable Code Id
Programs the internal scanner to transmit the AIM ID with each bar code. The combo box in the Symbology panel is loaded with the known AIM ID symbologies for that platform, plus any configured Custom code IDs. Programs the internal scanner to transmit the Honeywell ID with each bar code. The combo box in the Honeywell Symbology panel is populated with the known Honeywell ID symbologies for that platform, plus any configured Custom code IDs.
Page 179: Buttons
This allows custom IDs, based on actual code IDs, to be processed before the Code ID. The external scanner operation cannot be controlled by the MX8 scanner driver; therefore, a ‘good’ beep may be sounded from the external scanner even if a bar code from an external scanner is rejected because of the configuration specified.
Page 180: Symbology Settings
Symbology Settings Start > Settings > System > Data Collection > Symbology Settings button The Symbology selected in the Symbology drop down list defines the symbology for which the data is being configured. The features available on the Symbology panel include the ability to individually enable or disable a bar code from scanning, set the minimum and maximum size bar code to accept, strip Code ID,...
Page 181: Advanced Button
Advanced Button If there are advanced configuration options for the selected symbology, an Advanced button is displayed in the lower right corner of the panel. Not all bar code symbologies have configuration parameters so the Advanced button is not present for all symbologies.
Page 182: Processing Order
Processing Order The order in which these settings are processed are: Min / Max Code ID Leading / Trailing Barcode Data Prefix / Suffix Note: When Enable Code ID is set to None on the Data Options tab and when All is selected in the Symbology field, Enable and Strip Code ID on the Symbology panel are grayed and the user is not allowed to change them, to prevent deactivating the scanner completely.
Page 183 This field specifies the minimum length that the bar code data (not including Code ID) must meet to be processed. Any bar code scanned that is less than the number of characters specified in the Min field is rejected. The default for this field is This field specifies the maximum length that the bar code data (not including Code ID) can be processed.
Page 184: Strip Leading/Trailing Control
Strip Leading/Trailing Control Start > Settings > System > Data Collection > Symbology button This group of controls determines what data is removed from the collected data before the data is buffered for the application. When all values are set, Code ID takes precedence over Leading and Trailing; Barcode Data stripping is performed last. Stripping occurs before the Prefix and Suffix are added, so does not affect them.
Page 185: Barcode Data Match List
Barcode Data Match List Barcode Data Panel Tap the Barcode Data button. This panel is used to strip data that matches the entry in the Match list from the bar code. Enter the data to be stripped in the text box and tap the Insert or Add button. The entry is added to the Match list. To remove an entry from the Match list, highlight the entry in the list and tap the Remove button.
Page 186: Barcode Data Match Edit Buttons
Barcode Data Match Edit Buttons Entering data into the text entry box enables the Add button. Click the Add button and the data is added to the next empty location in the Custom ID list. Click on an empty line in the Custom ID list. The Add button changes to Insert. Enter data into both Insert the Name and ID Code fields and click the Insert button.
Page 187: Add Prefix/Suffix Control
Add Prefix/Suffix Control Note: Non-ASCII equivalent keys in Key Message mode are unavailable in this option. Non-ASCII equivalent keys include the function keys (e.g., F1), arrow keys, Page up, Page down, Home, and End. Use this option to specify a string of text, hex values or hat encoded values to be added to the beginning (prefix) or the end (suffix) of the bar code data.
Page 188: Symbologies
The Code ID drop-down box filters the available symbologies, in the Symbology drop down box, by the selected Code ID. When a Honeywell scan engine is installed, AIM, Custom and Honeywell symbologies are displayed. When a Hand Held Products imager scan engine is installed, AIM, Custom and HHP symbologies are displayed. HHP does not support Intermec or Symbol IDs.
Page 189: Aim Symbologies
AIM Symbologies Note: When the integrated scan engine is a EV-15, Honeywell or Symbol scan engine, AIM IDs apply, but Advanced properties do not. EV-15 Engine Symbol Engine Honeywell Engine Code39 Aztec Codabar EAN128 Codabar Code 11 Code128 Code 128...
Page 190: Hhp Symbologies
HHP Symbologies Advanced properties are available when an integrated Hand Held Products imager is installed in the MX8. Advanced properties are applicable regardless of the ID type selected (AIM or HHP). Not all HHP symbologies have Advanced options. Click the symbology link in the table below for the symbology Advanced options.
Page 191: Advanced (Hand Held Products Only)
Advanced (Hand Held Products Only) The Advanced button is only available if a Hand Held Products Imager is enabled. Because the Hand Held Products imager does not support configuration bar codes, the Advanced function allows configuration parameters to be set for many of the supported bar codes.
Page 192 Codabar Check Character Required – When enabled, the check character is required. Default is disabled. Transmit – When enabled, the check character is transmitted. Default is disabled. Start / Stop Character Transmit – When enabled, the start / stop characters are transmitted. Default is disabled.
Page 193 Code 39 Check Character Required – When enabled, the check character is required. Default is disabled. Transmit – When enabled, the check character is transmitted. Default is disabled. Transmit Start / Stop Character – When enabled, the start / stop characters are transmitted.
Page 194 EAN 13 Transmit Check Character – When enabled, transmit the check character. Default is disabled. Addenda Read 2-Digit – When enabled, transmit the 2 digit addenda. Default is disabled. Read 5-Digit – When enable, transmit the 5 digit addenda. Default is disabled. Required –...
Page 195 Mesa UPCA – When enabled, decode UPCA Mesa. Default is disabled. EAN13 – When enabled, decode EAN 13 Mesa. Default is disabled. Code39 – When enabled, decode Code 39 Mesa. Default is disabled. Code128 – When enabled, decode Code 128 Mesa. Default is disabled. Interleaved 2 of 5 –...
Page 196 Planet (PostaL AlphaNumeric Encoding Technique) Transmit Check Character – When enabled, transmit the check character. Default is disabled. Posicode Limited Labels – Select the type of Posicode Limited labels: None A – Posicode Limited A B – Posicode Limited B 5-28...
Page 197 Telepen Original Output – When enabled, output is Original Telepen. When disabled, output is AIM. Default is enabled. UPCA Transmit Check Character – When enabled, transmit the check character. Default is enabled Transmit Number System Digit – When enabled, transmit the number system digit.
Page 198 UPCE0 Note: The UPCE0 and UPCE1 parameters are always set to match each other. Therefore if a change is made to a parameter to either the EPCE0 or UPCE1 Advanced Properties that same change is automatically made to the Advanced Properties for the other symbology.
Page 199: Ocr Symbology
OCR Symbology Font – Font selection: Disabled A = OCR A B = OCR B Money = OCR Money MICR = Magnetic Ink Character Recognition Default is disabled. Direction – Decoder reads OCR fonts in any direction, but setting direction parameter correctly can increase decoding speed: Left to Right Top to Bottom...
Page 200: Ocr Template Examples
OCR Template Examples To read a combination of 6 alpha and numeric characters use the following template: aaaaaa To read the same string with a modulo 10 check digit in the 7 character position, use the following template: aaaaaac Then enter 0123456789 for the Check parameter. To read either a string of 6 alphabetic letters OR a string of 8 numeric digits, use this template: lllllltdddddddd Note the use of the “t”...
Page 201: Hhp Properties
HHP Properties When the MX8 is equipped with a Hand Held Products imager, this option is used to configure imager parameters. Option Action Centering The centering feature is used to allow the user to accurately scan a selected bar code among a group of bar codes that are located closely together.
Page 202 Option Action Range Set the linear range. Valid:1 – 6 Default:3 A value of 1 specifies that the linear range that is searched for a readable label is a tight vertical range near the aimer. A value of 6 specifies that the entire height of the image is to be searched. Duration of the imager aim beam in 0.1 second increments.
Page 203: Ctrl Char Mapping
Ctrl Char Mapping The Ctrl Char Mapping button activates a dialog to define the operations the Data Collection Wedge performs on control characters (values less than 0x20) embedded in bar codes. Control characters can be replaced with user-defined text which can include hat encoded or hex encoded values.
Page 204 The edit control where the user types the characters to be assigned as the replacement of the control char- acter. Replacements for a control character are assigned by selecting the appropriate character from the Char- acter drop down box, typing the replacement in the Replacement edit control (according to the formats defined above) and then selecting Assign.
Page 205: Custom Identifiers
Custom Identifiers Code IDs can be defined by the user. This allows processing parameters to be configured for bar codes that do not use the standard AIM or Symbol IDs or for bar codes that have data embedded at the beginning of the data that acts like a Code ID. These are called “custom”...
Page 206 Parameters Name text box Name is the descriptor that is used to identify the custom Code ID. Names must be unique from each other; however, the Name and ID Code may have the same value. Name is used in the Symbology drop down box to identify the custom Code ID in a user-friendly manner.
Page 207: Control Code Replacement Examples
Control Code Replacement Examples Configuration Example Con- Example con- Translation Translated data data trol Character figuration The control character is discarded from 0x1B in the bar code is dis- Ignore(drop) ESCape ‘Ignore (drop)’ the bar code data, prefix and suffix carded.
Page 208 Bar Code Symbology Raw Scanner Data Resulting Data EAN-128 ]C11234567890123 bbb1234567890xxx EAN-128 ]C111234567890123 bbb11234567890xxx EAN-128 ]C1123 < rejected > (too short) EAN-13 ]E01234567890987 ccc]E04567890yyy EAN-13 ]E01231234567890987 ccc]E0234567890yyy EAN-13 ]E01234 ccc]E0yyy I2/5 ]I04444567890987654321 < rejected > (too long) I2/5 ]I04444567890123 ddd7890zzz I2/5 ]I0444 dddzzz...
Page 209: Length Based Bar Code Stripping
Length Based Bar Code Stripping Use this procedure to create symbology rules for two bar codes with the same symbology but with different discrete lengths. This procedure is not applicable for bar codes with variable lengths (falling between a maximum value and a minimum value). Example 1: A normal AIM or Symbol symbology role can be created for the desired bar code ID.
Page 210 Click the Barcode Data button. Click the Add button. Add the data for the match codes. Refer to the previous section Barcode Data Match List for instruction. Scan a bar code and examine the result. 5-42...
Page 211: Processing Tab
Processing Tab The Processing tab contains a user configurable key delay that applies to scanned bar codes as they are input when Remote Desktop is the application with the input focus. Factory Default Settings Same buffer limit Delay between buffers 75 ms Only in Remote Desktop Enabled...
Page 212: About Tab
About Tab The About tab lists the version of the Data Collection Wedge (DCWedge) software and the type of scanner/imager installed in the MX8. Valid scanner / imager types: HHP – Hand Held Products 5300 2D Imager Intermec – Intermec EV-15 Imager Symbol –...
Page 213: Hat Encoding
Hat Encoding Hat Encoded Characters Hex 00 through AD 5-45...
Page 214 Hat Encoded Characters Hex AE through FF 5-46...
Page 215: Chapter 6: Launch Utility
Chapter 6: Launch Utility Introduction The launch utility on the MX8 has two functions: Process registry based Launch items Process script based Launch items. Registry Based Launch Items Note: The Registry based Launch items (documented here) are processed before the Script Based Launch items.
Page 216 The auto-launch process is as follows. 1. The launch utility opens the registry database and reads the list of CAB files to auto-launch. 2. First it looks for FileName to see if the CAB file is present. If not, the registry entry is ignored. If it is present, and the Installed flag is not set, auto-launch makes a copy of the CAB file (since it gets deleted by installation), and runs the Microsoft utility WCELOAD to install it.
Page 217: Launch Startup Options
Launch Startup options The Launch utility uses registry entries to enable or disable startup options. These flags are located in the registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\LXE\Launch These can be configured using RegEdit. The options are as follows: Ship Value Description Default Default LaunchPSM Execute the Persist keys JumpStart...
Page 218: Script Based Launch Items
Script Based Launch Items Note: The Script Based Launch items (documented here) are processed after the Registry Based Launch items (documented earlier). The Enhanced (script based) portion of the Launch utility provides several features: Launch .CAB file Run .EXE file Run .EXE file using specified parameters Run .BAT file Process .REG file...
Page 219: File Names
File Names From a Cold Boot it looks for JmpStart.cld. The Launch program can also be run manually. Unless it is given a file as part of the command line it tries to run Launch.txt. The script file may be in ASCII or Unicode. When trying to find a script file, Launch looks in the following locations (in sequence): root directory of the Flash (\System\Launch.xxx) root directory of the SD card (\SD Card\Launch.xxx).
Page 220: Commands Supported By Launch
Commands Supported by Launch Copy ElseIfFIile IfFile Mkdir Delete EndIf IfTerm Rmdir DelRegData EndIfFile Launch SetRegData DelRegKey EndIfTerm LaunchCmd SetRegKey ElseIf FCopy Message Shortcut The commands supported by Launch are detailed below. Square brackets indicate that a parameter is optional. Characters in Italics represent a variable, and not a literal.
Page 221 DelRegData Description Deletes a specified registry data field. Syntax Delregdata,key,subkey,field Parameters key: The abbreviated major registry key where you want to delete a field. Can be one of: cr or hkcr (HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT) cu or hkcu (HKEY_CURRENT_USER) lm or hklm (HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE). The case of key doesn’t matter subkey: The subkey that holds the field you want to delete.
Page 222 DelRegKey Description Deletes a specified registry subkey. Syntax DelRegKey,key,subkey Parameters key: The abbreviated major registry key where you want to delete the subkey. Can be one of: cr or hkcr (HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT) cu or hkcu (HKEY_CURRENT_USER) lm or hklm (HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE). The case of key doesn’t matter subkey: The subkey you want to delete.
Page 223 ElseIfFIile Description Begins conditional command block executed only if the file specified in the previous IfFile does not exist. Syntax ElseIfFile Parameters None Example IfFile , below Notes Results are unpredictable if not paired properly with IfFile command. EndIf Description Ends conditional command block begun with the previous IF command.
Page 224 EndIfFile Description Ends conditional command block begun with the previous IF command. Syntax EndIfFile Parameters None Example IfFile , below Notes Results are unpredictable if not paired properly with IfFile command. EndIfTerm Description Ends conditional command block executed only if the terminal type specified in IfTerm matches. Syntax EndIfTerm Parameters...
Page 225 FCopy Description Copies a file, overwriting any existing file. Syntax fcopy,source-file,destination-file Parameters source-file: The file to be copied, including its path destination-file: The destination path and filename Example fcopy,\Storage Card\MyData.dat,\Temp\MyData.dat Notes If the destination file already exists it is overwritten. If the source file is blank, a zero-byte file is created.
Page 226 IfFile Description Begins the conditional execution of a block of commands only if the specified file exists. Syntax IfFile,file Parameters file: The path and filename to determine if the commands should be executed Example IfFile,\System\MyData.dat any number of commands, executed if file exists ElseIfFile any number of commands, executed if file does not exist EndIfFile...
Page 227 IfTerm Description Begins the conditional execution of a block of commands only if the terminal matches the specified terminal type. Syntax IfTerm,terminal Parameters terminal: The terminal type to determine if the commands should be executed Example IfTerm,MX3X any number of commands EndIfTerm Notes If the terminal type is identical (not case-dependent) the commands are executed.
Page 228 LaunchCmd Description Runs a program with arguments. Syntax Launchcmd,program,arguments,wait-code Parameters program: The full path and filename of the program to be run. wait-code Tells Launch how to behave when the program is running. w(ait) causes Launch to stop processing the script until the program has finished executing. c(ontinue) makes Launch continue processing the script while the program is executing.
Page 229 Mkdir Description Creates a directory. Syntax Mkdir,dir Parameters dir: The full path and name of the directory to be created. Example mkdir,\Program Files\MyApp Notes A new directory cannot be created if its parent directory doesn’t exist. For example, to create a directory called \MyApp with a subdirectory called SubDir1, use mkdir,\MyApp followed by mkdir,\MyApp\SubDir1.
Page 230 SetRegData Description Adds or updates a data field in the registry. Syntax Setregdata,key,subkey,type,field,data[,data2][,data3]... Parameters key: The abbreviated major registry key where you want to create/update the subkey. Can be one of: cr or hkcr (HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT) cu or hkcu (HKEY_CURRENT_USER) lm or hklm (HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE). The case of key doesn’t matter subkey: The subkey you want to create/update a field in.
Page 231 SetRegKey Description Adds a sub key to the registry. Syntax Setregkey,key,subkey Parameters key: The abbreviated major registry key where you want to create the subkey. Can be one of: cr or hkcr (HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT) cu or hkcu (HKEY_CURRENT_USER) lm or hklm (HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE). The case of key doesn’t matter subkey: The subkey you want to create.
Page 232 Shortcut Description Creates a shortcut. Syntax Shortcut,name,target Parameters name: The path and name of the shortcut file. The file name must end in .lnk for Windows CE to recognize it as a shortcut. target: The target of the shortcut. If the target has a space in it quote marks must be used (see Command Line Structure section and example below).
Page 233: Launch Error Messages
Launch Error Messages Launch displays a message if it encounters an error during the processing of a script. It is possible to get cascading error messages, as Launch does not stop processing the script if it encounters an error. An example of this would be a failure creating a directory causing the failure of all files copied to that directory.
Page 234 Error Message Given by Description Parms: Invalid Set Registry SetRegData Not enough parameters were supplied. Data Parms: Invalid User Mes- Message Not enough parameters were supplied. sage Program Launch couldn't get Launch LaunchCmd There was a problem getting the exit status of the program. ExitCode error-code Program Launch Failed Launch LaunchCmd...
Page 235: Example Script File
Example Script File iffile,\System\applock.cab launchcmd,\Windows\wceload.exe,"/noaskdest /noui \System\applock.cab",w launch,\Windows\applockprep.exe,c endiffile launchcmd,\Windows\wceload.exe,"/noaskdest /noui \System\wedge.cab",w iffile,\System\summit.cab launchcmd,\Windows\wceload.exe,"/noaskdest /noui \System\summit.cab",w endiffile iffile,\System\RFTerm.cab launchcmd,\Windows\wceload.exe,"/noaskdest /noui \System\RFTerm.cab",w endiffile iffile,\System\Java.cab launchcmd,\Windows\wceload.exe,"/noaskdest /noui \System\Java.cab",w launchcmd,\Windows\wceload.exe,"/noaskdest /noui \Windows\Jeode.cab",w endiffile launch,\System\regrest.exe,w coldboot 6-21...
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Page 237: Chapter 7: Wireless Network Configuration
When using the 802.11a radio, the U-NII 1 band is the preferred band for indoor operation. For regulatory domains in which the U-NII 3 band is allowed, the following channels are supported: 149, 157 and 161. The AP must be configured accordingly. After making any changes to the wireless configuration, perform a Suspend/Resume on the MX8.
Page 238: Summit Client Utility
Note: When making changes to profile or global parameters, tap the power key to place the MX8 in Suspend. When the MX8 resumes from suspend the parameters are applied. The MX8 can be resumed by tapping the power key or the touch screen or by pressing any key.
Page 239: Summit Tray Icon
Summit Tray Icon The Summit tray icon provides access to the SCU and is a visual indicator of radio status. The Summit tray icon is displayed when: The Summit radio is installed and active The Windows Zero Config utility is not active The Tray Icon setting is On Click the icon to launch the SCU.
Page 240: Using Windows Mobile Wireless Manager
2. A message appears that means a Power Cycle is required to make settings activate properly. 3. Tap OK. 4. Suspend/Resume the MX8. Access the Wireless Manager utility by tapping the radio icon at the top of the screen or tapping: Start >...
Page 241 Enter the SSID of the desired network in the Network name text box. Be sure to check the This is a hidden network checkbox for a non-broadcast SSID. In the Connects to box, select The Internet if the MX8 connects directly to the Internet, select Work if the MX8 connects to a network (even if the network provides an Internet connection).
Page 242: Edit A Network Connection
1. To switch back to SCU control, select any other profile except ThirdPartyConfig in the SCU Active Config drop down list on the Main tab. 2. A message appears that means a Power Cycle is required to make settings activate properly. 3. Tap OK. 4. Cold boot the MX8. Radio control is passed to the Summit Client Utility.
Page 243: Main Tab
Main Tab Start > Settings > System > Wi-Fi > Main tab Factory Default Settings Admin Login SUMMIT Radio Enabled Active Config/Profile Default Regulatory Domain Varies by location The Main tab displays information about the wireless client device including: SCU (Summit Client Utility) version. Driver version.
Page 244: Auto Profile
The Disable Radio button can be used to disable the network card. Once disabled, the button label changes to Enable Radio. By default the radio is enabled. The Admin Login button provides access to editing wireless parameters. Profile and Global may only be edited after entering the Admin Login password.
Page 245: Admin Login
Admin Login To login to Administrator mode, tap the Admin Login button. Once logged in, the button label changes to Admin Logout. The admin is automatically logged out when the SCU is exited. The Admin can either tap the Admin Logout button, or the OK button to logout. The Administrator remains logged in when the SCU is not closed and a Suspend/Resume function is performed.
Page 246: Profile Tab
Profile Tab Start > Settings > System > Wi-Fi > Profile tab Note: Tap the Commit button to save changes before leaving this panel or the SCU. If the panel is exited before tapping the Commit button, changes are not saved! Factory Default Settings Profile Default...
Page 247: Buttons
Buttons Button Function Commit Saves the profile settings made on this screen. Settings are saved in the profile. Allows entry of a username and password, certificate names, and other information required to authenticate with Credentials the access point. The information required depends on the EAP type. Deletes the profile.
Page 248: Profile Parameters
Options are: None, WEP (or Manual WEP), WEP EAP (or Auto WEP), WPA PSK, WPA TKIP, WPA CCKM, WPA2 PSK, WPA2 AES, or WPA2 CCKM. Encryption None CKIP is not supported in the MX8. Note: The Encryption type chosen determines if the WEP Keys / PSK Keys button is active and also determines the available entries in the WEP or PSK pop-up window.
Page 249 It is important the Radio Mode parameter correspond to the AP to which the device is to connect. For example, if this parameter is set to G rates only, the MX8 may only connect to APs set for G rates and not those set for B and G rates.
Page 250: Status Tab
Status Tab Start > Settings > System > Wi-Fi > Status tab This screen provides information on the radio: The profile being used The status of the radio card (down, associated, authenticated, etc.) Client information including device name, IP address and MAC address. Information about the Access Point (AP) maintaining the connection to the network including AP name, IP address and MAC address.
Page 251: Diags Tab
Diags Tab Start > Settings > System > Wi-Fi > Diags tab The Diags screen can be used for troubleshooting network traffic and radio connectivity issues. (Re)connect – Use this button to apply (or reapply) the current profile and attempt to associate or authenticate to the wireless LAN.
Page 252: Global Tab
Global Tab Start > Settings > System > Wi-Fi > Global tab The parameters on this panel can only be changed when an Admin is logged in with a password. The current values for the parameters can be viewed by the general user without requiring a password. Factory Default Settings Roam Trigger -65 dBm...
Page 253: Custom Parameter Option
Custom Parameter Option The Custom option is not supported. The parameter value is displayed as “Custom” when the operating system registry has been edited to set the Summit parameter to a value that is not available from the parameter’s drop down list. Selecting Custom from the drop down list has no effect.
Page 254: Global Parameters
Global Parameters Parameter Default Function If signal strength is less than this trigger value, the client looks for a different Access Point with a Roam stronger signal. -65 dBm Trigger Options are: -50 dBm, -55, -60, -65, -70, -75, -80, -85, -90 dBm or Custom. The amount by which a different Access Point signal strength must exceed the current Access Roam Point signal strength before roaming to the different Access Point is attempted.
Page 255 The options for the TX Diversity parameter should be set, based on the antenna configuration, as follows: Antenna Configuration TX Diversity A Main and BG Main Main Only A Main and A Aux BG Main and BG Aux Contact Technical Assistance if you have questions about the antenna(s) installed on your MX8. 7-19...
Page 256 BG Main and BG Aux On-start on Main Contact Technical Assistance if you have questions about the antenna(s) installed on your MX8. Parameter Default Function If the packet size (in bytes) exceeds the specified number of bytes set in the fragment threshold, the packet is fragmented (sent as several pieces instead of as one block).
Page 257 Parameter Default Function A valid directory path, of up to 64 characters, where WPA Certificate Authority and User Certificates are stored on the mobile device when not using the Windows certifcates store. Make sure the Windows folder path exists before assigning the path in this parameter. See Certificates instructions on obtaining CA and User Certificates.
Page 258: Sign-On Vs. Stored Credentials
Sign-On vs. Stored Credentials When using wireless security that requires a user name and password to be entered, the Summit Client Utility offers these choices: The Username and Password may be entered on the Credentials screen. If this method is selected, anyone using the device can access the network.
Page 259: How To: Use Sign On Screen
How to: Use Sign On Screen 1. After completing the other entries in the profile, click on the Credentials button. Leave the Username and Password blank. No entries are necessary on the Credentials screen for LEAP or LEAP/WPA. 2. For PEAP-MSCHAP and PEAP-GTC, importing the CA certificate into the Windows certificate store is optional. 3.
Page 260 If a user enters invalid credentials and clicks OK, the device associates but does not authenticate. The user is again prompted to enter credentials. If the user clicks the Cancel button, the device does not associate. The user is not prompted again for credentials until: the device is rebooted, the radio is disabled then enabled, the Reconnect button on the...
Page 261: Windows Certificate Store Vs. Certs Path
Note: It is important that all dates are correct on the MX8 and host computers when using any type of certificate. Certificates are date sensitive and if the date is not correct authentication will fail. User Certificates EAP-TLS authentication requires a user certificate. The user certificate must be stored in the Windows certificate store.
Page 262 How To: Use Windows Certificate Store 1. See Generating a Root CA Certificate and follow the instructions to download the Root Certifcate to a PC. 2. To import the certificate into the Windows store, See Installing a Root CA Certificate. 3.
Page 263: Configuring The Profile
Configuring the Profile Use the instructions in this section to complete the entries on the Profile tab according to the type of wireless security used by your network. The instructions that follow are the minimum required to successfully connect to a network. Your system may require more parameters than are listed in these instructions.
Page 264: No Security
No Security To connect to a wireless network with no security, make sure the following profile options are used. Enter the SSID of the Access Point assigned to this profile Set EAP Type to None Set Encryption to None Set Auth Type to Open Once configured, click the Commit button.
Page 265: Wep
To connect using WEP, make sure the following profile options are used. Enter the SSID of the Access Point assigned to this profile Set EAP Type to None Set Encryption to WEP or Manual WEP (depending on SCU version) Set Auth Type to Open Click the WEP keys/PSKs button.
Page 266 Valid keys are 10 hexadecimal or 5 ASCII characters (for 40-bit encryption) or 26 hexadecimal or 13 ASCII characters (for 128- bit encryption). Enter the key(s) and click OK. Once configured, click the Commit button. Ensure the correct Active Profile is selected on the Main tab and Suspend/Resume.
Page 267: Leap
LEAP To use LEAP (without WPA), make sure the following profile options are used. Enter the SSID of the Access Point assigned to this profile Set EAP Type to LEAP Set Encryption to WEP EAP or Auto WEP (depending on SCU version) Set Auth Type as follows: If the Cisco/CCX certified AP is configured for open authentication, set the Auth Type radio parameter to Open.
Page 268 Enter the Domain\Username (if the Domain is required), otherwise enter the Username. Enter the password. Click OK then click the Commit button. Ensure the correct Active Profile is selected on the Main tab and Suspend/Resume. The SCU Main tab shows the device is associated after the radio connects to the network.
Page 269: Peap/Mschap
PEAP/MSCHAP To use PEAP/MSCHAP, make sure the following profile options are used. Enter the SSID of the Access Point assigned to this profile Set EAP Type to PEAP-MSCHAP Set Encryption to WPA TKIP Set Auth Type to Open To use another encryption type, select WPA CCKM, WPA2 AES or WPA2 CCKM for encryption and complete other entries as detailed in this section.
Page 270 Enter the Domain\Username (if the Domain is required), otherwise enter the Username. Enter the password. Leave the CA Certificate File Name blank for now. Click OK then click Commit. Ensure the correct Active profile is selected on the Main Tab. Windows Certificate Store vs.
Page 271 Once successfully authenticated, import the CA certificate into the Windows certificate store. Return to the Credentials screen and check the Validate server checkbox. If using the Windows certificate store: Check the Use MS store checkbox. The default is to use the Full Trusted Store. To select an individual certificate, click on the Browse button.
Page 272: Peap/Gtc
PEAP/GTC To use PEAP/GTC, make sure the following profile options are used. Enter the SSID of the Access Point assigned to this profile Set EAP Type to PEAP-GTC Set Encryption to WPA TKIP Set Auth Type to Open To use another encryption type, select WPA CCKM, WPA2 AES or WPA2 CCKM for encryption and complete other entries as detailed in this section.
Page 273 Enter the Domain\Username (if the Domain is required), otherwise enter the Username. Enter the password. Leave the CA Certificate File Name blank for now. Click OK then click Commit. Ensure the correct Active Profile is selected on the Main Tab. Windows Certificate Store vs.
Page 274 Once successfully authenticated, import the CA certificate into the Windows certificate store. Return to the Credentials screen and check the Validate server checkbox. If using the Windows certificate store: Check the Use MS store checkbox. The default is to use the Full Trusted Store. To select an individual certificate, click on the Browse button.
Page 275: Wpa/Leap
WPA/LEAP To use WPA/LEAP, make sure the following profile options are used. Enter the SSID of the Access Point assigned to this profile Set EAP Type to LEAP Set Encryption to WPA TKIP Set Auth Type as follows: If the Cisco/CCX certified AP is configured for open authentication, set the Auth Type radio parameter to Open.
Page 276 Enter the Domain\Username (if the Domain is required), otherwise enter the Username. Enter the password. Click OK then click the Commit button. Ensure the correct Active Profile is selected on the Main tab and Suspend/Resume. The SCU Main tab shows the device is associated after the radio connects to the network.
Page 277: Eap-Fast
RADIUS server must have auto provisioning enabled to send the PAC provisioning credentials to the MX8. For automatic PAC provisioning, once a username/password is authenticated, the PAC information is stored on the MX8. The same username/password must be used to authenticate each time. See the note below for more details.
Page 278 To use Stored Credentials, click on the Credentials button. No entries are necessary for Sign-On Credentials with automatic PAC provisioning as the user will be prompted for the Username and Password when connecting to the network. To use Sign-On credentials: Do not enter a User and Password as the user will be prompted for the Username and Password when connecting to the network.
Page 279: Eap-Tls
EAP-TLS To use EAP-TLS, make sure the following profile options are used. Enter the SSID of the Access Point assigned to this profile Set EAP Type to EAP-TLS Set Encryption to WPA TKIP Set Auth Type to Open To use another encryption type, select WPA CCKM, WPA2 AES or WPA2 CCKM for encryption and complete other entries as detailed in this section.
Page 280 Enter these items as directed below. Enter the Domain\Username (if the Domain is required), otherwise enter the Username. Select a user certificate from the Windows certificate store. Use the Browse button to locate the User Cert from the certificate store. Highlight the desired certificate and press the Select button. The name of the certificate is displayed in the User Cert box.
Page 281 Enter the certificate filename in the CA Cert textbox. Click OK then click Commit. The MX8 should be authenticating the server certificate and using EAP-TLS for the user authentication. Ensure the correct Active Profile is selected on the Main tab and Suspend/Resume.
Page 282: Wpa Psk
WPA PSK To connect using WPA/PSK, make sure the following profile options are used: Enter the SSID of the Access Point assigned to this profile Set EAP Type to None Set Encryption to WPA PSK or WPA2 PSK Set Auth Type to Open Click the WEP keys/PSKs button.
Page 283 This value can be 64 hex characters or an 8 to 63 byte ASCII value. Enter the key and click OK. Once configured, click the Commit button. Ensure the correct Active Profile is selected on the Main tab and Suspend/Resume. The SCU Main tab shows the device is associated after the radio connects to the network.
Page 284: Certificates
Please refer to the Security Primer to prepare the Authentication Server and Access Point for communication. Note: It is important that all dates are correct on the MX8 and host computers when using any type of certificate. Certificates are date sensitive and if the date is not correct authentication will fail.
Page 285: Generating A Root Ca Certificate
It is important that all dates are correct on the MX8 and host computers when using any type of certificate. Certificates are date sensitive and if the date is not correct authentication will fail. The easiest way to get the root CA certificate is to use a browser on a PC to navigate to the Certificate Authority. To request the root CA certificate, open a browser to http://<CA IP address>/certsrv.
Page 286 Click the Download a CA certificate, certificate chain or CRL link. Make sure the correct root CA certificate is selected in the list box. 7-50...
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Page 288 To download the CA certificate, click on the Download CA certificate link. Click the Save button and save the certificate. Make sure to keep track of the name and location of the certificate. Install the certificate on the MX8. 7-52...
Page 289: Installing A Root Ca Certificate
\System folder or other path specified in the Summit Certs global parameter. Copy the certificate file to the MX8. The certificate file has a .CER extension. Locate the file and tap it. A certificate installation warning is displayed.
Page 290: Generating A User Certificate
Generating a User Certificate The easiest way to get the user certificate is to use the browser on a PC to navigate to the Certificate Authority. To request the user certificate, open a browser to http://<CA IP address>/certsrv. Sign into the CA with the username and password of the person who will be logging into the mobile device. This process saves a user certificate file.
Page 291 Click the Request a certificate link. Click on the User Certificate link. 7-55...
Page 292 Click on the Submit button. if there is a message box asking if you want to confirm the request, click Yes. The User Certificate is issued. Install the user certificate on the requesting computer by clicking the Install this certificate link. Export the certificate as described below.
Page 293: Exporting A User Certificate
Exporting a User Certificate Start Internet Explore on the PC that requested the certificate. Select Tools > Internet Options > Content and click the Certificates button. Make sure the Personal tab is selected. Highlight the certificate and click the Export button. 7-57...
Page 294 Browse button to select the folder where you wish to store the certificate. The certificate is saved with a .PFX extension. Click Finish. and OK to close the Successful Export message. Locate the User Certificate in the specified location. Copy to the MX8. Install the user certificate. 7-58...
Page 295: Installing A User Certificate
PC to the MX8. Copy the certificate to a location on the MX8, such as a storage card or the \System folder. Locate the certificate file (it has a .PFX extension) and tap on it. You are prompted for the password that was assigned when the certificate was exported.
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Page 297: Chapter 8: Keymaps
The following keypad keymap is used on an MX8 that is NOT running a Terminal Emulator. Honeywell terminal emulators use a separate keymap. When using a sequence of keys that require an alpha key, first press the Alph key. Use the Shft sticky key or the Caps key sequence (Blue+Tab) for upper case alphabetic characters.
Page 298 To get this Key / Function Press these Keys in this Order Toggle Alpha Mode Alph Toggle Blue Mode Blue Toggle Orange Mode Orange Toggle Shift Mode Shft Alt Mode Control Mode Ctrl Blue Space Enter Enter Scan Mode Scan CapsLock (Toggle) Blue Back Space...
Page 299 To get this Key / Function Press these Keys in this Order Blue Blue Blue Blue Blue Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Orange Shft Orange Shft Orange Shft Orange Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha...
Page 300 To get this Key / Function Press these Keys in this Order Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha 9999 Shft Alpha Shft Alpha Shft Alpha Shft Alpha Shft Alpha Shft Alpha Shft Alpha Shft Alpha Shft Alpha Shft Alpha Shft Alpha Shft Alpha...
Page 301 To get this Key / Function Press these Keys in this Order . (period) Orange < Blue Blue Orange Blue Orange > Blue Orange Diamond#2 Blue Blue Blue Blue Blue * (asterisk) Orange Diamond#1 * (asterisk) Shft : (colon) Orange 0 (zero) ;...
Page 302 To get this Key / Function Press these Keys in this Order Orange Diamond#3 Shft Orange Shft Orange Shft Orange Shft Shft Blue Ctrl Shft & Shft Blue Diamond#2 Shft Blue Diamond#3 Shft 0 (zero)
Page 303: 32 Key Alpha-Mode Keymap
The following keypad keymap is used on an MX8 that is NOT running a Terminal Emulator. Honeywell terminal emulators use a separate keymap. When using a sequence of keys that require an alpha key, first press the Alph key. Use the Shft sticky key for upper case alphabetic characters.
Page 304 To get this Key / Function Press these Keys in this Order Blue Space Enter Enter Scan Mode Scan CapsLock (Toggle) Blue Shft Uppercase Alpha Shft Back Space Orange Back Tab Orange Up Arrow Up Arrow Down Arrow Down Arrow Right Arrow Blue Up Arrow...
Page 305 To get this Key / Function Press these Keys in this Order Blue Blue Blue Blue Blue Blue Blue Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Orange Shft Orange Shft Orange Shft Orange Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha Diamond 1 Alpha Down Arrow Alpha...
Page 306 To get this Key / Function Press these Keys in this Order Alpha Alpha Alpha 0 (zero) Alpha Alpha Alpha Alpha Diamond 2 Alpha Diamond 3 Shft Alpha Shft Alpha Shft Alpha Shft Alpha Shft Alpha Shft Alpha Diamond 1 Shft Alpha Down Arrow...
Page 307 To get this Key / Function Press these Keys in this Order 0 (zero) . (period) Orange Diamond 3 < Blue Blue Orange > Blue Orange Orange Orange Orange Alph Orange Orange * (asterisk) Orange 0 (zero) * (asterisk) Shft : (colon) Blue Diamond 3...
Page 308 To get this Key / Function Press these Keys in this Order Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft Shft & Shft Shft Shft 0 (zero) 8-12...
Page 309: Chapter 9: Technical Specifications
Scanner options Hand Held Products 5300 SF 2D Imager Symbol 955I (Short Range) Symbol 955E (Base Laser) Honeywell Laser Scanner, N43XX Transmissive Color LCD with Touchscreen. Customer Configurable Display. LED Backlighting Type - LCD – Active Transmissive Color / LED Backlight...
Page 310: Dimensions And Weight
Dimensions and Weight Dimension Length 7.58” | 19.2 cm Width at Display 2.84” | 7.2 cm Width at handgrip 2.45” | 6.2 cm Depth at Scanner 1.72” | 4.36.1 cm Depth at Battery 1.52” | 3.86 cm Weight Unit with network card, battery, 1 lbs | 458g SE955 scanner and handle Unit with network card, battery,...
Page 311: Network Card Specifications
1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps RF Power Level 50 mW max. Channels 1-11 FCC, 1-13 ETSI Operating Temperature Same as MX8 Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Same as MX8 Storage Temperature Connectivity TCP/IP, Ethernet, ODI Diversity Summit 802.11 a/b/g...
Page 312: Pinout I/O Port
Pinout I/O Port Pin No Pin Description UART_TXD UART_RTS UART_RXD UART_CTS USBC_D+ USBC_VBUS HS_OUT HS_SLEEVE HS_DETECT 11 to 13 DC_GND UART_DTR UART_DSR USBC_D- HS_MIC 18 to 20 DC_IN...
Page 313: Ac Wall Adapter
AC Wall Adapter Feature Specification Input Power Switch None Power "ON" Indicator None Input Fusing Current Fuse Input Voltage 100VAC min – 240 VAC max Input Frequency 50 - 60 Hz Input Connector North American wall plug, no ground AC wall adapter has a 5.5mm barrel connector. This connects to the cables which Output Connector transition power to the 20 pin D connector.
Page 315: Product Service And Repair
Limited Warranty Honeywell International Inc. ("HII") warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship and to conform to HII’s published specifications applicable to the products purchased at the time of shipment. This warranty does not cover any HII product which is (i) improperly installed or used;...
Page 316 The duration of the limited warranty for the MX8 AC power supply and cables is 1 year. The duration of the limited warranty for the MX8 cables (USB, Serial, Communication, Power) is 1 year. The duration of the limited warranty for the MX8 fabric accessories (e.g., belt, case, holster) is 90 days. 10-2...
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