Hand Held Products Dolphin 7400 - Manual

1 - 2 Required Safety Labels The Dolphin 7400/7450 hand held 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 g...

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...

1 - 7 Pacemakers, Hearing Aids and Other Electrically Powered Devices Most manufacturers of medical devices adhere to the IEC 601-1-2 standard. This standard requires devices to operate properly in an EM Field with a strength of 3V/m over a frequency range of 26 to 1000MHz. The maximum allowable fie...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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, ...

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...

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...

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...

3 - 1 3 Dolphin 7400/7450 Overview System Features Processor The Dolphin 7400/7450 terminal is equipped with a StrongARM 206MHz RISC microprocessor that runs on a 100 MHz BUS and is the most powerful Windows CE platform on the market. Operating System Microsoft Windows CE is a compact, highly effici...

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...

3 - 3 ON/SCAN Key The ON/SCAN key is centrally located for easy use with the right or the left hand. On the 7450 terminal, the ON/SCAN key operates as an On or system wakeup control; scanning is activated with the handle trigger. Cursor Keys The centrally located cursor keys allow full Windows® navi...

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...

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 ...

3 - 8 Power 5 VDC Port This port connects the Dolphin 7400/7450 to DC power for powering peripheral devices and charging the main and backup batteries. 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 batter...

3 - 10 Servicing the Battery Pack For maximum battery life, you must service, or deep cycle, the battery twice before initial use. It is also recommended that you service the battery once per month. To deep cycle, insert the battery into the auxiliary well of the Dolphin Intellibase+ charging/commun...

4 - 1 4 Using the Dolphin 7400/7450 Entering Data Data can be entered into the Dolphin 7400/7450 through a variety of ways, including the optional touchscreen, keyboard, image engine, laser scanner, via radio or the optional modem (7400 only). Via the Touch Screen If so equipped, you can use the Dol...

4 - 3 1. To aim, point the display end of the 7400 horizontally at a 45° angle approximately 2 to 9 inches (5 to 20 cm) away from the target. You may have to adjust the angle at which you hold the Dolphin if there is glare on the screen. 2. Press the ON/SCAN button to take an image. Use the live vid...

4 - 4 Keyboards Using the Special Keys The Dolphin 7400 and 7450 keyboards have special keys and key combinations that you use to type characters or perform functions. See the chart in Appendix A for key combinations for keyboard functions and special characters that use these keys. Dolphin 7400/745...

4 - 5 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 Moves...

4 - 7 Key Combinations There are some keyboard functions and special characters not defined on the Dolphin 7400 and 7450 keyboards. See the charts in Appendix A for the key combinations used to access these functions and special characters on your terminal. Navigating the Keyboard The Dolphin 7400/7...

4 - 8 Using the Modem If your Dolphin 7400 is equipped with the optional integrated modem, you can allow communications via an analog phone line for dial-up applications. A phone jack is built into the back of the Dolphin 7400. The optional integrated modem is not available on the Dolphin 7450 termi...

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. Press <Enter> and you will be prompted to calibrate the 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>Client Utility. Double-tap the Client Utility (ACU) icon and the screen shown be...

5 - 4 To Configure the Radio Card 1. Select a profile on the Profiles screen and tap the Edit button, the Properties screen displays, as shown below. The Property box lists the configuration parameters that can be changed and the Value box contains the highlighted parameter’s current value. The Valu...

5 - 5 Customizing the ActiveSync Remote Icon The following section can be added to the /IPSM/AutoRun.ini file: [Spectrum24] ActivesyncRemote=0 The ActiveSync Remote flag will suppress the ActiveSync Remote desktop icon when set to zero. A cold boot is required after modifying AutoRun.ini. Host Conne...

6 - 1 6 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. Four versions of the charging/communications cradle are available: • HomeBase...

6 - 2 Dolphin Charging/Communication Cradle Parts & Functions Front Panel HomeBase/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 HomeBase/Intel...

6 - 3 IntelliBase+ 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 three LEDs on the front panel of the IntelliBase+. Dock LED Turns solid green when the Dolphin Terminal is properly seated into the Dolphin Ho...

6 - 4 Back Panel HomeBase/IntelliBase There is a 5V DC power supply connector and an RS-232 connector: Power supply connector Use this connector to attach a power supply to the HomeBase. The power supply provides 5V DC input for communications and battery charging. RS-232 Communications Port Use a s...

6 - 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 HomeBase. The power supply provides 5V DC input for communications and battery charging. USB Communications Port Use a USB full-speed detachable c...

6 - 7 Bottom View of HomeBase/IntelliBase/IntelliBase+ HomeBase Switch Settings 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 me...

6 - 8 1. Insert a battery pack into the Dolphin terminal. 2. Place the terminal, imager/laser engine window up and the LCD visible, in the terminal well of the cradle. 3. Let it glide down into the well until it stops. 4. Once the Dolphin terminal is properly seated, the Dock LED on the front of the...

6 - 10 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>Settings>Control Panel>C...

6 - 12 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 following equipment: • USB HomeBase with power supply • USB Cable • CD with U...

6 - 14 To configure the Dolphin 7400/7450 terminal for communications, see the previous section on Configuring the Dolphin Terminal. Communicating with the Dolphin Terminal To communicate with the Dolphin and any other devices connected to the Dolphin Charging/Communication cradle: 1. Insert the Dol...

6 - 15 Mounting the HomeBase/IntelliBase/USB HomeBase The HomeBase, 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/...

7 - 1 7 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 of...

7 - 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 ...

7 - 3 LEDs The LEDs indicate the charging status of batteries as described in the chart shown on the next page: To remove a battery pack, push the locking tab down and pull the battery out from the charging pocket with a hinging motion. Servicing The Battery Pack To service battery packs, insert bat...

7 - 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 the...

8 - 1 8 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 are ...

8 - 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: Front Panel of Dolphin Mobile IntelliBase Terminal Well DOCK LED COMM LED Spring-Arm Assembly

8 - 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 PCs...

8 - 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 software...

8 - 8 Installing The Dolphin Mobile Base The Mobile Base has two mounting options - a clamp style for in-premise applications and a standard RAM mount for other mobile applications that allow the Mobile Base to be mounted according to specific needs. The spring-arm assembly holds the terminal secure...

8 - 9 Connecting the Cables Connect the Mobile IntelliBase/Mobile Base to the host computer or other device by plugging an RS-232 serial cable into the RS-232 Communications Port on the rear of the cradle. Plug the other end of the RS-232 serial cable into the correct port on the host RS-232 device....

8 - 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. ...

9 - 1 9 Developing Applications Applications for the Dolphin 7400/7450 hand held computer are developed for the Microsoft Windows CE environment. Microsoft Windows CE is a compact, highly efficient, scalable operating system created for embedded systems and products. Its modular design allows develo...

10 - 1 10 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 ...

10 - 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...

10 - 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...

11 - 1 11 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...

11 - 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...

11 - 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 + T F4 Red key + U F5 Red ke...

11 - 4 35 Key Numeric/Alpha Key Combinations Using Blue & SFT Keys Key/Key Combinations Function/Special Characters Blue + SFT + T ? 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 ...

11 - 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...