Unitech PA962 Technical Information

1Product Reference GuideUnitech PA962Product Reference GuideUnitech America UTP Unitech Europe Unitech Greater China Unitech Japanwww.unitech

10Unitech PA962If a PCMCIA card is inserted into the PA962 withoutpreviously attaching a Pulling Tag, the card can beremoved by affixing a length of a

11Product Reference GuideFirst Operation of the Unitech PA962Pressing the ON/OFF KeyThe Unitech PA962 welcome screen appears. TheWindows CE6 screen w

12Unitech PA962Setting the Time Zone firstSetting Year and MonthFollow the steps below to set up your time zone.1. Tap the location arrow to see a lis

13Product Reference GuideFlash MemoryTo save to Flash Storage, select File, Save To, andselect Flash Storage just like you would select any otherstora

14Unitech PA962Chapter 2.Using the Keypad and ScannerKeypadThe PA962 series keypad contains 19 keys, including Cursor key, 0~9, Alpha key,ON/OFF, Func

15Product Reference GuideUseful hotkeysThe PA962 provides eight combination hot keys to activate specified screensetting functions or programs. These

16Unitech PA962Keying-in Characters:After tapping the :keyboard9 icon, the Windows CE keyboard pops up. Characterinput is the same as on a standard PC

17Product Reference GuideUsing the Laser ScannerNote: Reading software must be enabled in order to operate the scanner. Thiscan be a user-loaded app

18Unitech PA962Chapter 3. Power systemNote: Backing-up data by backup battery only without the main battery installedin the battery compartment may

19Product Reference Guide“Backup Battery Very Low” icon: Whendisplayed indicates the backup battery isvery low. Stopping the operation and charg-ing

2Unitech PA962Chapter 1. Introduction... 4Unitech PA962 & Access

20Unitech PA962Checking Main and Backup Battery StatusEnter “Power Properties”:If the above mentioned :Plug9 icon or :Battery9 icon isdisplayed, doubl

21Product Reference GuideTap the :Backlight9 menu item to display the following 3 selections:How to Save Battery PowerBecause the power consumption of

22Unitech PA962Warm Boot / Cold BootTap the check box to toggle this function. Available idletimes are: 15 and 30 seconds, and 1, 2, and 5 minutes.Au

23Product Reference GuideStorage and Safety PrecautionsAlthough charged Lithium-Ion batteries may be left unused for several months,their capacity may

24Unitech PA962Chapter 4. CommunicationConnectingIntroductionThe Unitech PA962 allows users to link to a host computer via RS-232,USB, IrDA,or RF conn

25Product Reference GuideActiveSyncIn order to exchange data between your desktop computer and the PA962,Microsoft ActiveSync must be installed on you

26Unitech PA962Download the executable program:msasync.exe9 from the Microsoftweb site at:http://www.microsoft.com/mobile/pocketpc/downloads/activesyn

27Product Reference GuideUsing the RS232 cable or USB, plug the PA962 into a communication port onyour desktop computer.=Turn the PA962 on. Click the

28Unitech PA962=When the configuration process iscomplete, you7ll see the followingscreen:Click the Next button and follow the instructions to set up

29Product Reference GuideIn the displayed window, you can:=Select your PA962 to use MicrosoftActiveSync features suchas changing synchronizationoption

3Product Reference GuideChecking Main and Backup Battery Status...20How to Save Batte

30Unitech PA962Changing Communications SettingsIf Microsoft ActiveSync fails to detect the PA962 during installation, set up commu-nications manually

31Product Reference GuideSynchronizationYou can synchronize information between the PA962 and your desktop computerto insure both computers have curre

32Unitech PA962After you7ve synchronized, you7ll see the status message in the status bar of theMobile Devices windows. At any time, you can check th

33Product Reference GuideInstalling and Removing SoftwareChanging Synchronization OptionsSynchronization options can bemodified, including when you sy

34Unitech PA962Application Manager detects the softwarethat is available but not yet installed on thePA962.System software and programs added tothe PA

35Product Reference GuideNote: If you7re setting up an Internet mail account with an ISP (Internet ServiceProvider), the ISP must use a POP3 mail ser

36Unitech PA962You can also work offline. Once you7ve downloaded new message headers orpartial messages, you can disconnect from the server and then

37Product Reference GuideTo send your message, tap File and Send. Messages are placed in your OutBoxfolder on the PA962 and will be delivered to thei

38Unitech PA962Installing the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) CardRF Card CushionRemove the protective backing from the sticky side of the RF Card

39Product Reference GuideTo avoid conflict with your LAN environment, please consult with your MIS depart-ment for the correct TCP/IP setting.If there

4Unitech PA962Chapter 1.IntroductionThank you for purchasing PA962.Your PA962 is a rugged, compact and lightweight palm-size computer. Itutilizes the

40Unitech PA962How to Set SSIDLucent WaveLAN (Agere Orinoco)Tap Start, Control Panel.=Double-click the WaveLAN icon.=Under the “Basic” tab, after :Wav

41Product Reference GuidePower ManagementLucent WaveLAN (Agere Orinoco)Tap Start, Control Panel.=Double-click the WaveLAN icon.=Under the “Power Manag

42Unitech PA962Chapter 5. Useful Application ProgramScanner SettingWhen it is necessary for the user to change the default barcode symbology for adiff

43Product Reference GuideBarcode Symbologies:Set customization symbologies for each symbology including:SymbologyEnableDisableSendCheckDigitMax./MinLe

44Unitech PA962Appendix ATechnical SpecificationsCPU/MemoryInput/OutputAudio Output A piezoelectric buzzer with software controlled volumeContrast adj

45Product Reference GuideLaser Typical Depth of FieldInterface PortPCMCIA & CF PCMCIA Type II slot & CF Type I & Type II slot acceptmemor

46Unitech PA962OS and Software Programming ToolsPowerPower Management Power consumption indicated on status barBackup Battery 1 rechargeable 3.7V, 120

47Product Reference GuidePin Assignment of Chargeand Communication PortMechanical and EnvironmentalShock Multiple 4.07 (1.2m) drops to concrete5% to 9

48Unitech PA962Update and Upgrade OSAppendix BUpdate OS via Compact Flash (ATA card)In order to upgrade or re-install the PA962 OS via Com-pact Flash,

49Product Reference GuideAfter the OS is successfully updated, the PA962 will automatically cold-start withthe new OS.Press the G27 key to select :OS

5Product Reference GuideNOTICEThis unit is equipped with a battery pack and backup battery. It is possible that the UnitechPA962 may not power-on due

50Unitech PA960Appendix CTroubleshooting GuideProblem SolutionBattery needs recharging or replacement.Insure that battery is installed correctly.Adjus

51Product Reference GuideFCC StatementThis is a FCC Part 15 Class B product. In a domestic environment this productmay cause radio interference, in w

6Unitech PA962Unitech PA962 & AccessoriesAfter opening the box, please make sure thefollowing accessories for the PA962 are present:StylusPulling-

7Product Reference GuideTour of the Unitech PA962PA962 Back ViewPCMCIA compartmentInstall PC card here.Battery compartmentInstall Lithium-ion batteryp

8Unitech PA962First Steps with the Unitech PA962There are three ways to provide power to the PA962:NOTE: Data you enter may not be properly stored un

9Product Reference GuideOr place the PA962 into the DockingStation (first connect the power supplyto the Docking Station).Connect the RS232/Charging C