IBM MX5 - Manuals

If there is no distinction between Pocket PC 2000 and Pocket PC 2002, the instruction or information is the same for both versions. Identify Your Device At the front bottom of the MX5 is a label indicating the operating system resident on the mobile device. This document is one in a series covering ...

Laser Warnings and Labels • Do not look into the laser’s lens. • Do not stare directly into the laser beam. • Do not remove the laser caution labels from the MX5. • Do not connect the laser barcode window to any other device. The laser barcode window is certified for use with the MX5 only. Caution: ...

Note: Until the Main Battery and Backup Battery are completely depleted, the MX5 is always drawing power from the batteries (On). MX5 Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C) [non-condensing] Extended Op Temperature -22°F to 122°F (-30°C to 50°C) [non-condensi...

Quick Start This section's instructions are based on the assumption that your new system is pre-configured and requires only accessory installation (e.g. hand strap) and a power source. Use this guide as you would any other source book -- reading portions to learn about the MX5, and then referring t...

The following chart is an approximation. Actual battery capacity will vary based on usage, ambient temperature and peripherals drawing power from the MX5: 100% capacity 2800 mAh minimum 80% capacity 2240 mAh minimum Deciding when to put a fully charged Main Battery pack in the MX5 is difficult to qu...

If the MX5 has a dead main battery and is as cold as the extended operating temperature’s lowest value, the unit must be warmed to above –20°C (-4°F) before installing a new main battery pack and pressing the On button. Using the Power Key Note: Refer to the section titled "Power Modes" in t...

Note: When performing a Cold Reset on a device, the system will ask if you want to overwrite files –LXE recommends selecting “No” and continuing with the Cold Reset process. Connect External Power Supply (Optional) The MX5 receives AC/DC power from the US AC/DC 12V Power Supply or the MX5 Cradle. Th...

The trigger handle is a mechanical device. Battery or external A/C power is not required for operation of the trigger handle. The trigger handle does not need to be removed when replacing the Main Battery pack. Either the trigger handle is attached to the MX5 or the handstrap is attached, not both. ...

6. After securing the bottom of the strap to the MX5, loosen the closed loop fastener strap and then secure the upper bracket to the unit with a screw. Removal 1. Separate the closed loop fastener tabs and loosen the strap through the upper bracket. 2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the upper ...

dialog. • Press Orange then press numeric dot to delete the currently highlighted file(name). Or, tap and hold the stylus on the filename and a menu box with a Delete option appears. Toggle the Display and Keypad Backlight On and Off When the keypad backlight option is Enabled in Windows icon | Sett...

time-out expires. A keypress, stylus tap, key sequence toggle or Suspend / Resume cycle will all turn the backlights on after a time-out. Keypad backlight enable/disable When set to enable, the keypad backlight turns on and off in tandem with the display backlight. When set to disable, the keypad ba...

Pocket PC 2002 The volume is adjusted using Windows icon | Settings | Personal tab | Sounds & Notifications icon then select the Notifications tab. Using the Keypad Note: “Enable sounds for” must be enabled before the following key sequences will adjust the volume. To adjust speaker volume, loca...

Entering Data You can enter data into the MX5 through several different methods. The Scanner aperture provides barcode data entry, the RS-232 or the IR port are used to input/output data, and the keypad provides manual entry. MX5's with a touch screen and Microsoft Pocket PC software can use a stylu...

• Touch the stylus to the field of the data entry form to receive the next data feed. • The cursor begins to flash in the field. • The unit is ready to accept data from either the physical keypad, virtual keyboard, integrated scanner or a scanner connected to the serial port on the cradle, if the sc...

Virtual Keyboard The virtual keyboard is always available. Tap the keyboard icon at the bottom of the screen to put the virtual keyboard on the display. Using the stylus: • Tap the 123 key to display either an alphanumeric keyboard or a numeric keyboard with characters usually accessed by capitalizi...

Cleaning the Glass Display/Scanner Aperture Note: These instructions are for components made of glass. If there is a removable protective film sheet on the display screen, remove the film sheet before cleaning the screen. Keep fingers and rough or sharp objects away from the scan aperture and touch ...

COM Ports The MX5 supports three COM port options. COM 1 port is always the left RS-232 port on the base of the MX5. COM 1 port accepts RS-232, USB and AC power connectors. The RS-232 port on the docking cradle is “connected” to the MX5 when a tethered scanner is connected to the RS-232 port on the ...

configuration. Refer to section titled "Accessories" in this manual for part numbers for the DB26-USB cable and the null modem cable. IR Port The InfraRed (IR) port provides a means of transferring information to a device with a similar port and the proper software. The IR port can be used t...

one keystroke. Each time you need to use a Ctrl function, you need to press the Ctrl key before pressing the desired key. Alt Key Function The Alt key enables the alternate functions of the keypad. This function is similar to a regular keyboard’s Alt key. Note that the Alt key only stays active for ...

A Capital A is displayed in the taskbar when the device is in CapsLock mode or the Caps Key has been pressed and the next key (to be capitalized) has not been pressed. External Power Supply for MX5 and Cradles The MX5 DC adapter can be plugged into either of the D26 pin connectors on the bottom of t...

removed or has failed. The backup battery requires no user intervention. Replacement is performed by LXE. LXE recommends an MX5 in storage have a charged main battery pack installed. Note: This mobile device's backup battery maintains it’s charge by drawing power from the main battery pack. Always s...

Critically Low the user. Battery Chargers Charge Battery in LXE Multi-Charger The main battery can be charged in the LXE Multi-Charger. The Multi-charger must not be used in Hazardous Locations. Insert the main battery into any charging cup in the Multi-Charger. The narrow end goes into the charging...

converters, the cradle charges the Main Battery. The MX5 can be either on or in suspend mode while in the cradles. LXE offers three desktop cradles and one vehicle cradle: Standard Desktop Cradle requires AC power before main battery charging can commence. This cradle does not have an active LED on ...

You can also get help from LXE by calling the telephone numbers listed on the LXE Manuals CD, in the file titled "Contacting LXE". This information is also available on the LXE website www.lxe.com. Explanations of terms and acronyms used in this manual are located in the file titled "LXE...

Appendix A Key Maps Keypad Remember : The Orange (on the left) and Blue (on the right) keys are “2 nd function” keys. Ctrl, Alt, Shft, Blue and Orange keys are “sticky keys”. They do not need to be held down before pressing the next (or desired) key. It is valid to use combined modifiers on specific...

Press These Keys and Then … To Get This Key / Function Blue Orange Shft Press This Key $ Orange R % Orange T ^ Orange Y & Orange U ( Orange O ) Orange P

Appendix B Regulatory Notices and Safety Information FCC Information: Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference w...

appareils numeriques de le Class B préscrites dans le Reglement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édits par le ministere des Communications du Canada. RF Safety Notice Caution This device is intended to transmit RF energy. In accordance with FCC and Industry Canada radio-frequency safety regulations...

Permitted for use in: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Ireland, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom Permitted for use in France. MX5 Computer Approvals: EMI / EMC Standards Safety St...

Transceiver RF Standards Notes 6726 (LXE Model No.) FCC Part 15, Subpart C FCC Part 2 EN 300 328 EN 300 826 IC-RSS 139 IC-RSS 102 Unlicensed Operation Unlicensed Operation Requires License for Outdoor Use 6816 (LXE Model No.) 2.4GHz Type II PCMCIA Card FCC Part 15, Subpart C FCC Part 2 EN 300 328 EN...

A/C Power Supply Safety Statement – MX5 Output Rated 12 VDC, 3.75 A. Optional A/C Power Supply: Outside North America, this unit is intended for use with an IEC certified ITE power supply with output rated as stated at the top of this page. (US) Laser Light Safety Statement Warning: This product use...