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1 Chapter 1 - Introduction Additional Features ....................................................................................................................... 1-1 Required Safety Labels .............................................................................................................
Page 7 - Chapter 16 - Appendix A
5 Chapter 16 - Appendix A Using the Modifier Keys ................................................................................................................... 16-243-Key Alpha/Numeric Keyboard........................................................................................................
Page 9 - Introduction; Additional Features
1 - 1 1 Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new Dolphin 7400/7450 mobile computer. You have made a wise choice in selecting the Dolphin, a device known worldwide for its ergonomic shape, light weight and single-handed data collection features. The patented shape of the Dolphin 7400 ...
Page 10 - Required Safety Labels; Batch Terminals
1 - 2 Required Safety Labels The Dolphin 7400/7450 mobile computer meets or exceeds the requirements of all applicable standards organizations for safe operation. However, as with any electrical equipment, the best way to ensure safe operation is to know the possible risks. The following safety guid...
Page 12 - FCC Compliance; Canadian Compliance
1 - 4 FCC Compliance Dolphin 7400/7450 Batch Terminal The Dolphin 7400/7450 Batch complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. Devices may not cause harmful interference. 2. Devices must accept any interference received, including interference that...
Page 13 - Regulatory and Safety Agency Approvals
1 - 5 Regulatory and Safety Agency Approvals The CE mark on the product indicates that the system has been tested to and conforms with the provisions noted within the 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive and the 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive. Parameter Specification U.S.A. Canada Eur...
Page 14 - Pacemakers, Hearing Aids and Other Electrically Powered Devices; Batteries
1 - 6 Dolphin 7400/7450 RF Cisco 352 R&TTE Compliance Statement The Hand Held Products Dolphin 7400RF and Dolphin 7450RF are in conformity with all essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC). This equipment has been assessed to the following standards: This product is marked w...
Page 15 - Care and Cleaning of the Dolphin
1 - 7 • Although your battery can be recharged many times, it will eventually be depleted. Replace it after the recommended usage period (about 600 charge/discharge cycles for the 2700 mAh NiMH battery) or if the battery is unable to hold an adequate charge. • If you are not sure the battery or char...
Page 17 - Getting Started; Dolphin 7400 Models and Options
2 - 1 2 Getting Started The Dolphin 7400/7450 is a hand held computer/imager designed for easy, single-handed data collection. The terminal is equipped with a StrongARM 206MHz RISC processor built to run the Windows CE operating system. Dolphin 7400/7450 terminals are available with different types ...
Page 18 - Unpack the Carton and Check Its Contents
2 - 2 Image Engine Options Dolphin 7400/7450 terminals may be equipped with one of three image engines options: • LX: red or green aimer option scans from 2.0 to 15.0 in. (5.1 to 38.1 cm.) • LR: red or green aimer option scans from 1.9 to 9.4 in. (4.8 to 23.9 cm.) • HD: red or green aimer option sca...
Page 19 - Charging the Main Battery and Backup Battery; Removing the Battery Pack; Installing the Battery Pack; Turning the Dolphin On And Off For the First Time
2 - 3 2 Charging the Main Battery and Backup Battery WARNING Use only 2700 mAh NiMH battery packs provided by HHP. The use of any other battery pack in the Dolphin terminal will void your warranty and may result in damage to the Dolphin terminal or battery. WARNING Although the Dolphin 7400/7450 ter...
Page 20 - Waking the Dolphin From Sleep Mode
2 - 4 1. Install the charged battery pack in the Dolphin. 2. The red LED will come on and the green LED will blink for approximately three seconds. DO NOT PRESS ANY KEYS WHILE THE TERMINAL IS BOOTING UP. 3. The terminal will initialize and after a few seconds will display the splash screen shown bel...
Page 21 - Stylus Properties Screen
2 - 5 • The stylus should be oriented at a 90 degree angle to the screen surface. Press the stylus firmly into the center of the cross-hair target and release. Do not "double-tap" the target. You will be prompted to repeat this process for a total of five targets. Press the <ENTER> key...
Page 22 - Setting the Date/Time; Date/Time Properties Screen
2 - 6 Setting the Date/Time Use the Windows CE Date/Time function to set the correct date and time for your Dolphin 7400/7450 terminal. Use the Dolphin 7400/7450 mouse utility to navigate through the screens if your terminal does not have a touchscreen. For more information about the mouse utility, ...
Page 23 - Setting Up Communications with DetectoidTM; Installing DetectoidPC; Using DetectoidPC and DetectoidCE
2 - 7 Setting Up Communications with Detectoid™ The Detectoid Communication Utility makes it easier to set-up communications between your PC and Dolphin 7300, 7400 or 7450 terminal. The utility has two components: DetectoidPC for setting up ActiveSync on the PC and DetectoidCE for setting communicat...
Page 25 - DetectoidCE
2 - 9 DetectoidCE After running DetectoidPC, start Detectoid CE on the Dolphin terminal selecting Start>Programs>HHP>DetectoidCE. DetectoidCE will attempt to find the connection with the PC. If successful, the discovered settings will be saved and the Communications Properties Launch window...
Page 26 - Configuring the Modem
2 - 10 Follow these steps to establish a connection for the first time after configuring the settings: 1. Select Launch ActiveSync in the DetectoidPC window. 2. Start ActiveSync on the Dolphin terminal. Once parameters are configured and saved, you do not need to run DetectoidPC again unless you nee...
Page 29 - System Features; Processor; Radio Options
3 - 1 3 Dolphin 7400/7450 Overview System Features Processor The Dolphin 7400/7450 with Microsoft Pocket PC terminal is equipped with a StrongARM 206MHz RISC microprocessor that runs on a 100 MHz BUS and is the most powerful Pocket PC platform on the market. Operating System Microsoft Pocket PC is a...
Page 30 - Front Panel Features; LEDs
3 - 2 Front Panel Features This section describes features on the Dolphin 7400/7450 terminal front panel. LEDs The red light emitting diode (LED) located at the upper right corner of the LCD display is SCAN LED. This LED illuminates when the user presses the ON/SCAN key and activates the scan engine...
Page 32 - Back Panel Features; Image Engine; Battery
3 - 4 Back Panel Features This section describes features on the back panels of the Dolphin 7400 and Dolphin 7450 terminals. Dolphin 7400 All versions of the 7400 terminal have similar back panels except for the safety labels specific to how the terminal is equipped. Image Engine Dolphin 7400/7450 t...
Page 35 - Communication; IrDA Port; Power; VDC Port
3 - 7 Rubber Nose Bumpers Rubber bumpers allow the Dolphin 7450 to rest in a stable, nose-down position when the unit is set on a flat surface by the user. Scan Trigger The scan trigger provides comfortable two-finger scan activation. Pistol Grip Handle The comfortable, ergonomic handle is designed ...
Page 36 - Internal NiHM Backup Battery; Main Battery Pack; Managing Battery Power
3 - 8 Power is fed through the RS-232 communications port. Batteries CAUTION: Use only the 3.6V battery packs provided by HHP. The use of any other battery pack in the Dolphin 7400 terminal will void your warranty and may result in damage to the Dolphin terminal or battery. There are two batteries i...
Page 37 - Servicing the Battery Pack
3 - 9 Setting Critical and Low Battery Points The Dolphin 7400/7450 may be programmed to display warnings when the battery reaches critical and low battery points. There are two entries defined in the registry. The specific settings are: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Control\Power] ...
Page 38 - Charging the Battery Pack; Storing Batteries
3 - 10 Charging the Battery Pack You can charge the Dolphin’s main battery pack with one of the following methods: • Place the battery pack in the Dolphin 7400/7450 terminal and then place the terminal in the terminal well of a charging/communication cradle. • Place the battery pack in the Dolphin Q...
Page 39 - Entering Data; Entering Text Using the Input Panel; Input Panel Button
4 - 1 4 Using the Dolphin 7400/7450 Mobile Computer Entering Data To enter data, you may: • Use the 35-key, 43-key or 56-key keypads • Use the input panel to enter typed text, either by using the soft keyboard or other input method. • Write directly on the screen. • Draw pictures on the screen. • Co...
Page 40 - Using the Soft Keyboard:; Input Panel Options
4 - 2 Using the Soft Keyboard: 1. Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button and then Keyboard. 2. On the soft keyboard that is displayed, tap the keys with your stylus. Input Panel Options Tap here if thisis the right word. Soft Keyboard
Page 41 - Letter Recognizer
4 - 3 Using the Letter Recognizer With Letter Recognizer you can write letters using the stylus just as you would on paper. 1. Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button and then Letter Recognizer. 2. Write a letter in the box. When you write a letter, it is converted to typed text that appears on...
Page 42 - Writing on the Screen
4 - 4 Writing on the Screen In any program that accepts writing, such as the Notes program, and in the Notes tab in Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks, you can use your stylus to write directly on the screen as you would on paper. You can edit and format what you’ve written and convert the information to...
Page 43 - Convert Writing to Text:
4 - 5 Convert Writing to Text: To use this feature, install Letter Transcriber from the Companion CD. To convert writing to text, tap Tools and then Recognize. If you want to convert only certain words, select them before tapping Recognize on the Tools menu (or tap and hold the selected words and th...
Page 44 - Tips for Getting Good Recognition; Drawing on the Screen; Alternate List
4 - 6 If the conversion is incorrect, you can select different words from a list of alternates or return to the original writing. To do so, tap and hold the incorrect word (tap one word at a time). On the pop-up menu, tap Alternates. A menu with a list of alternate words appears. Tap the word you wa...
Page 45 - Selecting a Drawing
4 - 7 Note: You may want to change the zoom level so that you can more easily work on or view your drawing. Tap Tools and then a zoom level. Selecting a Drawing To edit or format a drawing, tap and hold the stylus on the drawing until the selection handle appears. To select multiple drawings, desele...
Page 46 - Using My Text
4 - 8 Using My Text When using Inbox or MSN Messenger, use My Text to quickly insert preset or frequently used messages into the text entry area. To insert a message, tap My Text and tap a message. Note: You can add text after inserting a My Text message before sending it. To edit a My Text message,...
Page 48 - Capturing Images; Communication Media
4 - 10 Capturing Images The image-capture process is an intuitive, split-second operation for experienced users. By following the basic guidelines, new users can easily develop their own technique and, with practice, quickly learn to adapt it to different circumstances. Basic steps for acquiring ima...
Page 49 - Software Communication Programs; Using the Keyboard; Using the Special Keys
4 - 11 Software Communication Programs Microsoft ActiveSync In the Dolphin 7400/7450 development environment, Microsoft® ActiveSync® is a tool for developers. It allows Pocket PC devices like the 7400/7450 to connect to and exchange data with a desktop computer. RAS Short for Remote Access Services,...
Page 50 - Using the Cursor Keys; Press; Arrow up
4 - 12 Using the Cursor Keys Use the cursor keys to navigate around on an application screen. The use of these keys can vary depending on the application. To Use This Cursor Key Press Description Arrow up Moves cursor up one row or line. Arrow down Moves cursor down one row or line. Arrow right Move...
Page 51 - Key Combinations
4 - 13 Using the Modifier Keys All three versions of the Dolphin 7400/7450 keyboard feature the standard PC keyboard modifier keys, Alt, Ctl and Shift. For single-handed operation, the Shift key only modifies the next key pressed; it must be pressed and released before each key you wish to modify. F...
Page 52 - Today Screen
4 - 14 Today Screen When you turn on your device for the first time each day (or after 4 hours of inactivity), you’ll see the Today screen. You can also display it by tapping Start and then Today. On the Today screen, you can see at a glance important information for the day. Your day at a glance. T...
Page 54 - Selecting Programs; Start Menu
4 - 16 Selecting Programs To select a program, tap Start>Programs, then the program name. (You can customize which programs you see on this menu. For information, see “Adjusting Settings,” later in this chapter.) Note: Some programs have abbreviated labels for check boxes and drop-down menus. To ...
Page 55 - Navigation Bar and Command Bar; Screen Navigation
4 - 17 Navigation Bar and Command Bar The navigation bar is located at the top of the screen. It displays the active program and current time, and allows you to switch to programs and close screens. Use the command bar at the bottom of the screen to perform tasks in programs. The command bar include...
Page 56 - Notifications; Finding and Organizing Information; File Explorer
4 - 18 Notifications Your device reminds you in a variety of ways when you have something to do. For example, if you’ve set up an appointment in Calendar, a task with a due date in Tasks, or an alarm in Clock, you’ll be notified in any of the following ways: • A message box appears on the screen. • ...
Page 58 - Client Utilities for the Cisco DSSS 802.11b Radio; Dolphin Welcome Wizard
5 - 2 Configuring The Dolphin 7400/7450 RF Terminal When you cold-boot the Dolphin 7400/7450 RF terminal, the red LED comes on and the green LED blinks, and after approximately 3 seconds, the welcome screen shown below will appear. Tap the screen or press <Enter> and you will be prompted to ca...
Page 59 - Configuring the Cisco DSSS WLAN Radio; Aironet Client Utility Screen
5 - 3 Configuring the Cisco DSSS WLAN Radio The Aironet Client Utility (ACU) enables you to change the configuration parameters of the Cisco DSSS WLAN radio. Exit the HHP demo screen. Go to Start>Programs>Cisco. Tap the Client Utility (ACU) icon and the screen shown below displays. Aironet Cli...
Page 60 - Edit Aironet Client Utility Screen
5 - 4 To make changes to Profile0, tap the Edit button and the screen shown below displays. For more information on the radio settings, open Windows>Cisco Setup.htm. Edit Aironet Client Utility Screen
Page 61 - Adjusting Settings; Adding Programs; To Add Programs Using ActiveSync; To Add a Program Directly from the Internet
6 - 1 6 Customizing Your Dolphin 7400/7450 You can customize your Dolphin 7400/7450 mobile by adjusting device settings and installing additional software. Adjusting Settings You can adjust device settings to suit the way you work. To see available options, tap Start, Settings, then the Personal or ...
Page 62 - Adding a Program to the Start Menu; Removing Programs
6 - 2 4. Tap the file, such as a *.xip or *.exe file. The installation wizard will begin. Follow the directions on the screen. Adding a Program to the Start Menu Tap Start, Settings, Menus, the Start Menu tab, and then the check box for the program. If you do not see the program listed, you can eith...
Page 63 - Applications; Calendar; Calendar Application
7 - 1 7 Applications Microsoft Pocket Outlook includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Inbox, and Notes. You can use these programs individually or together. For example, e-mail addresses stored in Contacts can be used to address e-mail messages in Inbox. Using ActiveSync, you can synchronize information...
Page 64 - To Create an Appointment; Entering an Appointment
7 - 2 To Create an Appointment 1. If you are in Day or Week view, tap the desired date and time for the appointment. 2. Tap New. 3. Using the input panel, enter a description and a location. Tap first to select the field. 4. If needed, tap the date and time to change them. 5. Enter other desired inf...
Page 65 - To schedule a meeting:; Appointment Summary Screen
7 - 3 Using the Summary Screen When you tap an appointment in Calendar, a summary screen is displayed. To change the appointment, tap Edit. Creating Meeting Requests You can use Calendar to set up meetings with users of Outlook or Pocket Outlook. The meeting request will be created automatically and...
Page 66 - Contacts; Contacts Application
7 - 4 Contacts Contacts maintains a list of your friends and colleagues so that you can easily find the information you’re looking for, whether you’re at home or on the road. Using the device infrared (IR) port, you can quickly share Contacts information with other device users. Note: To change the ...
Page 67 - Creating a Contact
7 - 5 To Create a Contact: 1. Tap New. 2. Using the input panel, enter a name and other contact information. You will need to scroll down to see all available fields. 3. To assign the contact to a category, scroll to and tap Categories and select a category from the list. In the contact list, you ca...
Page 68 - Using the Summary Screen; Contacts Summary Screen
7 - 6 Using the Summary Screen When you tap a contact in the contact list, a summary screen is displayed. To change the contact information, tap Edit. View contact details. Tap to view notes. Tap to change contact information. Contacts Summary Screen
Page 69 - Tasks; Task Application
7 - 7 Tasks Use Tasks to keep track of what you have to do. Note: To change the way information is displayed in the list, tap Tools and then Options. Tap to create a new task. Select the sort orderof the list. Indicates high priority. Select the category of tasksyou want displayed in the list. Tap t...
Page 70 - To Create a Task; Creating a Task
7 - 8 To Create a Task 1. Tap New. 2. Using the input panel, enter a description. 3. You can enter a start date and due date or enter other information by first tapping the field. If the input panel is open, you will need to hide it to see all available fields. 4. To assign the task to a category, t...
Page 71 - Task Summary Screen
7 - 9 Using the Summary Screen When you tap a task in the task list, a summary screen is displayed. To change the task, tap Edit. View task details. View notes. Tap to show and hide additionalsummary information. Tap to change task. Task Summary Screen
Page 72 - Notes
7 - 10 Notes Create a written note that captures thoughts, reminders, ideas, drawings, and phone numbers with Notes. To Create a Note: 1. Tap New. Tap to open a note orplay a recording. Tap and hold to displaya pop-up menu of actions. Tap to create a new item. Tap to change the sortorder of the list...
Page 73 - Inbox; Synchronizing E-mail Messages; Connecting Directly to an E-mail Server
7 - 11 2. Create your note by writing, drawing, or typing. Inbox Use Inbox to send and receive e-mail messages in either of these ways: • Synchronize e-mail messages with Microsoft Exchange or Microsoft Outlook on your desktop computer. • Send and receive e-mail messages by connecting directly to an...
Page 74 - Using the Message List
7 - 12 You can work online or offline. When working online, you read and respond to messages while connected to the e-mail server. Messages are sent as soon as you tap Send, which saves space on your device. When working offline, once you’ve downloaded new message headers or partial messages, you ca...
Page 75 - Viewing A Message
7 - 13 When you receive a message, tap it to open it. Unread messages are displayed in bold. When you connect to your e-mail server or synchronize with your desktop computer, by default, you’ll receive messages from the last five days only, the first 100 lines of each new message, and file attachmen...
Page 76 - Composing Messages; Managing E-mail Messages and Folders
7 - 14 Composing Messages 1. Tap New. 2. In the To field, enter an e-mail or SMS address of one or more recipients, separating them with a semicolon, or select a name from the contact list by tapping the Address Book button. All e-mail addresses entered in the e-mail fields in Contacts appear in the...
Page 77 - Folder Behavior with a Direct Connection to an E-mail Server
7 - 15 Folder Behavior with a Direct Connection to an E-mail Server The behavior of the folders you create depends on whether you are using ActiveSync, SMS, POP3, or IMAP4. • If you use ActiveSync, e-mail messages in the Inbox folder in Outlook will automatically be synchronized with your device. Yo...
Page 79 - Communications; Using ActiveSync
8 - 1 8 Communications Using ActiveSync Using Microsoft ActiveSync, you can synchronize the information on your desktop computer with the information on your device. Synchronization compares the data on your Dolphin mobile computer with your desktop computer and updates both computers with the most ...
Page 80 - ActiveSync
8 - 2 For more information about ActiveSync on your device, switch to ActiveSync, tap Start, and then tap Help. Tap to connect and synchronize. View synchronization status. Tap to synchronize via IR orchange synchronization settings. View connection status. Tap to stop synchronization. ActiveSync
Page 81 - Getting Connected; Transfer Items Using Infrared; To receive information:; Get Help on Connecting
9 - 1 9 Getting Connected You can use your device to exchange information with other mobile devices as well as your desktop computer, a network, or the Internet. You have the following connection options: • Use the infrared (IR) port on your device to send and receive files between two devices. If t...
Page 83 - Pocket Internet Explorer; Mobile Favorites; Favorite Links
10 - 1 10 Pocket Internet Explorer Use Microsoft Pocket Internet Explorer to view Web or WAP pages in either of these ways: • During synchronization with your desktop computer, download your favorite links and mobile favorites that are stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in Internet Explorer on...
Page 84 - Saving Memory on Your Dolphin Mobile Computer; Using AvantGo Channels; To Sign Up for AvantGo
10 - 2 Only items stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in the Favorites folder in Internet Explorer on your desktop computer will be synchronized with your device. This folder was created automatically when you installed ActiveSync. Use the Internet Explorer plug-in installed with ActiveSync to ...
Page 85 - Using Pocket Internet Explorer; To View Mobile Favorites and Channels; To Browse the Internet
10 - 3 Using Pocket Internet Explorer You can use Pocket Internet Explorer to browse mobile favorites and channels that have been downloaded to your device without connecting to the Internet. You can also connect to the Internet through an ISP or a network connection and browse the Web. To View Mobi...
Page 87 - Companion Programs; Pocket Word; Using Pocket Word
11 - 1 11 Companion Programs The companion programs consist of Microsoft ® Pocket Word, Microsoft ® Pocket Excel, and Microsoft ® Money. Media Player, MSN Messenger, Microsoft Reader are NOT included on the Dolphin 7400/7450 by default but maybe installed from the Microsoft Companion CD. To switch t...
Page 88 - Typing Mode; Formatting Text
11 - 2 If you’re opening a Word document created on a desktop computer, select Wrap to Window on the View menu so that you can see the entire document. Typing Mode Using the input panel, enter typed text into the document. For more information on entering typed text, see Chapter 2. To format existin...
Page 89 - Writing Mode; Writing on the Screen in Pocket Word
11 - 3 Writing Mode In writing mode, use your stylus to write directly on the screen. Ruled lines are displayed as a guide, and the zoom magnification is greater than in typing mode to allow you to write more easily. For more information about writing, see Chapter 2 If you cross three ruled lines in...
Page 90 - Drawing Mode; Drawing on the Screen in Pocket Word
11 - 4 Drawing Mode In drawing mode, use your stylus to draw on the screen. Gridlines appear as a guide. When you lift your stylus off the screen after the first stroke, you’ll see a drawing box indicating the boundaries of the drawing. Every subsequent stroke within or touching the drawing box beco...
Page 91 - Pocket Excel; Tips for Working in Pocket Excel; Using Pocket Excel
11 - 5 Pocket Excel Pocket Excel works with Microsoft Excel on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your workbooks. You can create new workbooks on your device, or you can copy workbooks from your desktop computer to your device. Synchronize workbooks between your desktop compu...
Page 93 - Dolphin Charging/Communication Cradles; Hub of the System; Power Conditioning
12 - 1 12 Dolphin Charging/Communication Cradles Hub of the System As the hub of your Dolphin system, Dolphin Charging/Communication cradles perform three important functions – power conditioning, communications and storage. Three versions of the charging/communications cradle are available: • Intel...
Page 94 - Dolphin Charging/Communication Cradle Parts & Functions
12 - 2 Dolphin Charging/Communication Cradle Parts & Functions Front Panel - IntelliBase/USB HomeBase Dolphin Terminal Well Place the Dolphin in this well to communicate with a host device and to charge the Dolphin’s battery. LEDs There are two LEDs on the front panel of the IntelliBase/USB Home...
Page 95 - Data is being sent from the Host Device to the Dolphin IntelliBase.; Data is being sent from the Dolphin IntelliBase to the Host Device.
12 - 3 1. Dock LED Turns solid green when the Dolphin terminal is properly seated into the Dolphin IntelliBase. 2. COMM LED Indicates the status of data transfer between the Host Device and the Dolphin Terminal as described below: IntelliBase+ Dolphin Terminal Well Place the Dolphin in this well to ...
Page 96 - Back Panel; IntelliBase; Indicates faulty battery.; Data is being sent from the Host Device to IntelliBase+.; Data is being sent from the IntelliBase+ to the Host Device.
12 - 4 1. Dock LED Turns solid green when the Dolphin Terminal is properly seated into the Dolphin IntelliBase. 2. AUX Battery Indicates charging/calibration status of battery as described below: 3. COMM LED Indicates the status of data transfer between the Host Device and the Dolphin Terminal as de...
Page 98 - USB HomeBase; Bottom Panel of IntelliBase
12 - 6 USB HomeBase There is a 5V DC power supply connector and a USB connector: Power supply connector Use this connector to attach a power supply to the USB HomeBase. The power supply provides 5V DC input for communications and battery charging. USB Communications Port Use a USB full-speed detacha...
Page 99 - Powering the Dolphin Terminal; Charging Additional Battery Packs in the IntelliBase+; Setting Up For Communications
12 - 7 IntelliBase/IntelliBase+ Switch Settings Powering the Dolphin Terminal Dolphin charging/communication cradles provide power to the intelligent battery charging system incorporated into Dolphin terminals. This charging method protects the battery from being damaged by overcharging. Therefore, ...
Page 100 - Installing The Charging/Communication Cradle
12 - 8 The IrDA 1.0 software stack is integrated into the IntelliBase and IntelliBase+ cradles to allow communication between the cradle and devices such as modems or printers that are not IrDA ready or do not communicate with a half duplex serial protocol. This allows any full or half duplex RS-232...
Page 101 - Configuring the Dolphin Terminal for Communications
12 - 9 Configuring the Dolphin Terminal for Communications The Dolphin terminal may be configured for communications using the Detectoid Communication Utility as described in Chapter 2 or, manually as described below. To set Communications Properties: 1. Select Start>ActiveSync>Tools>Option...
Page 102 - Setting Up For Communications With The USB HomeBase
12 - 10 select "Infrared Port (IR)" for the COM port as shown below. To configure the Dolphin 7400/7450 terminal for communications, see the previous section on Configuring the Dolphin Terminal. Setting Up For Communications With The USB HomeBase To use the USB HomeBase, you need the followi...
Page 104 - Communicating with the Dolphin Terminal
12 - 12 In the ActiveSync connection settings, add check mark to "Allow serial cable or infrared connection to this COM port" and select "Infrared Port (IR)" for the COM port as shown below. Do not check "Allow USB connection with this desktop computer". It has no effect for ...
Page 105 - Mounting the IntelliBase/USB HomeBase
12 - 13 Mounting the IntelliBase/USB HomeBase The IntelliBase and USB HomeBase may be desk or wall-mounted for convenience and storage. The IntelliBase+ may be desk-mounted as long as room is allowed for accessibility to the auxiliary battery well. Desk Mounting: Dolphin charging/communication cradl...
Page 107 - Dolphin QuadCharger; Dolphin QuadCharger Parts and Function; Top Panel
13 - 1 13 Dolphin QuadCharger The Dolphin QuadCharger provides intelligent battery management for NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) Dolphin 7400/7450 battery packs. This device fully charges as many as four NiMH batteries in 2.5 hours. Charging slots work independently to control charging and discharging ...
Page 108 - Rear Panel; Charging Batteries In The QuadCharger; Setting Up The QuadCharger
13 - 2 Rear Panel Power Supply Connector Use this connector to attach the power supply to the QuadCharger. The universal power supply accepts input voltages between 90-265 volts. Communications Port The communications port is for factory use only in programming the QuadCharger. Charging Batteries In...
Page 109 - Solid Red
13 - 3 LEDs Servicing The Battery Pack To service battery packs, insert batteries into the charging pockets and press the Condition button. The Condition LED will flash during the conditioning cycle. This starts an automatic process in which batteries are completely discharged and then recharged to ...
Page 110 - Troubleshooting
13 - 4 Troubleshooting If you encounter problems with your Dolphin QuadCharger, refer to chart below for possible solutions. If problems persist, please contact HHP Technical Support. Problem Issue The “CHARGING” LED does not come on when I insert a battery pack into the Dolphin QuadCharger Check th...
Page 111 - Dolphin Mobile Charging/Communication Cradles
14 - 1 14 Dolphin Mobile Charging/Communication Cradles As the hub of Dolphin mobile data collection systems, Dolphin Mobile Charging/Communication cradles perform three important functions – power conditioning, communications and storage. Two versions of the mobile charging/communication cradles ar...
Page 112 - Mobile IntelliBase and Mobile Base Parts and Functions; Front Panel
14 - 2 Mobile IntelliBase and Mobile Base Parts and Functions Front Panel The front panel of the Mobile IntelliBase and the Mobile Base has one slot: Terminal Well DOCK LED COMM LED Spring-Arm Assembly
Page 113 - Data is being sent at high data rates.
14 - 3 Dolphin Terminal Well Place the Dolphin in the well to communicate with a host device and/or to charge the Dolphin’s battery. LEDs There are two LEDs on the front panels of the Mobile IntelliBase and Mobile Base charging/communication cradles. 1. Dock LED Turns solid green when the Dolphin te...
Page 116 - Bottom Panel of Mobile IntelliBase/Mobile Base; Charging A Dolphin Terminal
14 - 6 Bottom Panel of Mobile IntelliBase/Mobile Base A four-position Baud Rate switch, located on the bottom of the Mobile IntelliBase, is used to select the communication baud rate. Switch positions and the corresponding baud rates are shown in the chart below. Baud Rate Table For Connecting To PC...
Page 117 - Installing The Dolphin Mobile IntelliBase
14 - 7 Setting Up For Communications with the Mobile IntelliBase/Mobile Base The Mobile IntelliBase RS-232 interface allows the Dolphin terminal to communicate to a personal computer, modem, or any standard RS-232 device using a standard serial cable and communications software. The IrDA 1.0 softwar...
Page 120 - Configuring the Dolphin Terminal
14 - 10 Configuring the Dolphin Terminal The Communications Properties must be configured on Dolphin 7400/7450 terminal in order for it to communicate with the Mobile IntelliBase/Mobile Base. To set Communications Properties: 1. Select Start>Settings>Control Panel>Communication Settings. 2....
Page 121 - Warranty, Support and Service; Limited Warranty
15 - 1 15 Warranty, Support and Service Limited Warranty Hand Held Products, Inc., d/b/a HHP ("HHP") warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship and to conform to HHP’s published specifications applicable to the products purchased at the time of shipment. This ...
Page 122 - Return Information; Locations; How To Extend Your Warranty
15 - 2 Return Information If you purchased the product from an Authorized HHP Reseller, contact the Reseller with the unit's serial number. Your Reseller will contact Hand Held, on your behalf, to arrange for the unit to be serviced. If you purchased the product directly from Hand Held, or have been...
Page 123 - Technical Assistance; Assistance Online
15 - 3 Technical Assistance If you have a question or problem with your unit, you can obtain technical assistance from HHP’s Technical Support department. North America/Canada: Telephone: (800) 782-4263, Option 4 (8 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST) Fax number: (315) 685-4960 E-mail: [email protected] Europe, Middl...
Page 125 - Appendix A
16 - 1 16 Appendix A Use the keyboard shortcuts in the chart below to navigate the Dolphin 7400 and 7450 terminal keyboards. Windows Keyboard Shortcuts Press To CTRL + C Copy CTRL + X Cut CTRL + V Paste CTRL + Z Undo DELETE Delete CTRL + RIGHT ARROW Move the insertion point to the beginning of the n...
Page 126 - Using the Modifier Keys; Double tap Blue key; Toggles on Caps Lock
16 - 2 Using the Modifier Keys The Dolphin 7400/7450 terminal keyboard features the standard Windows modifier keys, Alt, Ctrl and Shift. The Shift key only modifies the next key pressed; it must be pressed before each key you wish to make lower case. For multiple lower case characters, hold the Shif...
Page 127 - START
16 - 3 * Exit the mouse utility prior to adjusting the contrast. Key Combinations Use the key combinations listed below to access certain keyboard functions or to use special characters that are not defined on the 43-key version of the Dolphin 7400/7450 keyboard. Red key + V F6 Red key + W F7 Red ke...
Page 128 - 5 Key Numeric/Alpha
16 - 4 35 Key Numeric/Alpha Blue + SFT + X | Miscellaneous Key Combinations Key/Key Combinations Function/Special Characters NUM + ALT + 3 + 9* ‘ NUM + ALT + 3 + 4* *Hold the ALT key down as you type in the numbers. “ Blue Key Functions & Characters For 35-Key Numeric/Alpha Keyboard Key Combinat...
Page 129 - 6 Key Full Alpha Numeric
16 - 5 Key Combinations Use the key combinations listed below to access certain keyboard functions or to use special characters that are not defined on the 35-key version of the Dolphin keyboard. 56 Key Full Alpha Numeric Key Combinations Using ALPHA & SFT Keys Key/Key Combination Function/Speci...