Page 3 - Table of Contents; Introduction; Hardware
Table of Contents Introduction 1 Components 2 Battery Well Vent Aperture 4 Hardware 5 System Hardware 5 802.11b/g and a/b/g Wireless Client 5 Central Processing Unit 5 System Memory 6 Video Subsystem 6 Power Supply 6 Audio Interface 6 PCMCIA Slots 7 Slot 0 – Network or SRAM Cards 7 Slot 1 – Compact ...
Page 4 - Power
Table of Contents IR port 18 LED Functions 19 Power 20 Power Modes 20 Primary Events 20 On Mode 20 Suspend Mode 21 Critical Suspend Mode 22 Off Mode 22 Batteries 23 Main Battery 23 Battery Hot-Swapping 23 Low Battery Warning 24 Critical Suspend State 24 Backup Battery 24 Backup Battery Maintenance 2...
Page 10 - Wireless Network Configuration for LXE Devices
Table of Contents Scan Config 165 Display 166 Shortcuts 167 Adapters 168 Status 171 Exit 172 Using Remote Management 173 Using eXpress Scan 173 Step 1: Create Barcodes 173 Step 2: Scan Barcodes 174 Step 3: Process Completion 175 Reflash the MX3X 176 Introduction 176 Preparation 176 Procedure 176 Tro...
Page 12 - Keymaps; Technical Specifications; Index
Table of Contents WPA/LEAP 214 EAP-FAST 215 EAP-TLS 217 WPA PSK 219 Certificates 220 Generating a Root CA Certificate 220 Installing a Root CA Certificate 223 Generating a User Certificate 225 Installing a User Certificate 230 Keymaps 233 KeyMap 101-Key Equivalencies 233 IBM 3270 Terminal Emulation ...
Page 16 - Battery Well Vent Aperture; Caution
Battery Well Vent Aperture Endcap Options Left Port (2) Right Port (3) See (4) Serial COM3 Serial COM1 Audio Jack Serial COM3 USB Client Audio Jack USB Host Serial COM1 Audio Jack USB Host USB Client Audio Jack Scanner Serial COM1 Audio Jack Scanner USB Client Audio Jack Serial COM3 Serial COM1 Ante...
Page 17 - Central Processing Unit
Hardware System Hardware 802.11b/g and a/b/g Wireless Client The MX3X has an LXE 802.11x network card that supports diversity with two internal antennas. The CPU board does not allowhot swapping the network card. Adjusting power management on the network card is set to static dynamic control.WEP, WP...
Page 18 - System Memory
System Memory System Memory A CF Card FLASH is used for ROM, Flash for Windows operating system and Flash memory for bundled applications. TheFlash is configured as the primary boot device and contains the Windows operating system image, boot loader, OAL,applications, utilities and device drivers.An...
Page 19 - PCMCIA Slots; Slot 0 – Network or SRAM Cards; Bluetooth LXEZ Pairing
PCMCIA Slots PCMCIA Slots Use and operation of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA) device (e.g. PC card) isdependent upon both the type of device installed and the application(s) running on the computer. Make sure the proper softwareis pre-loaded and PC cards are pro...
Page 20 - Endcaps and COM Ports
Endcaps and COM Ports Endcaps and COM Ports The MX3X supports three COM port options. Two external serial ports are dependent on the end cap chosen. A third serial portis used to support an infrared transciever (barcode reader). An additional endcap configuration supports serial and USB slaveinput/o...
Page 22 - Integrated Scanner Port
Integrated Scanner Port Integrated Scanner Port The integrated laser barcode scanner is used to collect barcode data from any nearby compatible barcode label. Depending onthe size of the barcode, size of bars and spacing and quality of the barcode, the scanner is used to read barcodes between 3”and ...
Page 23 - LXE Connection Cable Technical Specification
LXE Connection Cable Technical Specification LXE Connection Cable Technical Specification The exact serial cable is crucial. Many commercial null modem cables will not work. LXE recommends the following cable:Serial cable: 9000060CABLE Some laptop devices do not properly implement all control lines ...
Page 24 - USB Host / USB Client Port; USB Host Cable
USB Host / USB Client Port USB Host / USB Client Port USB Host / Client connection is made through an optional USB Port if installed. The connector is an industry-standard 9-pin“D” male connector. An LXE USB cable is required to adapt the connection to a standard USB connector. USB Host Cable Active...
Page 25 - USB Client Cable
USB Client Cable USB Client Cable Connect from USB-H serial port to USB Type B Male receptacle on a USB hub, camera, etc. Tethered Scanners Do not connect a tethered scanner cable to a MX3X’s USB-C or USB-H labeled endcap port. These ports cannot power atethered scanner.Tethered scanners connect to ...
Page 26 - Programmable Scan Buttons; Scan Buttons and the SCNR LED
Programmable Scan Buttons Programmable Scan Buttons There are two buttons, one on each side of the display. The buttons can be programmed to perform specific functions.The programmable keys have no effect on barcode scanners tethered to the device.When there is no integrated scanner installed, both ...
Page 27 - Display; Display and Display Backlight Timer
Display Display The touchscreen display is an LCD unit capable of supporting VGA graphics modes. Display size is 640 x 240 pixels. Thedisplay covering is designed to resist stains. The touchscreen allows signature capture and touch input. A pen stylus isincluded. The touchscreen responds to an actua...
Page 28 - Keypad; Key Functions
Keypad Keypad The QWERTY keypad is phosphorescent. A phosphorescent keypad does not use a keypad backlight but glows in dim/darkareas after exposure to a light source. Key Functions Scan (Scanner integrated into endcaps only.) The Scan key activates the scanner when a scanner endcap is installed and...
Page 29 - Caps Key and CapsLock Mode
Caps Key and CapsLock Mode before pressing the desired key. When the Shft function is active, the Shft LED illuminates. When the Shft key is pressed thenext key is determined by the major key legends, i.e., the alpha keys display lower case letters – when CAPS is On alphacharacters are capitalized. ...
Page 30 - Speaker
Speaker Speaker The speaker is located on the front of the MX3X above the Power button. The Speaker has a loudness of at least 90 dB (2700Hz) at 10 cm measured from the front of the unit. The Speaker volume is adjustable via the keypad or the Control Panel or byan application through the use of an A...
Page 31 - LED Functions
LED Functions LED Functions Across the top of the keypad are LEDs that provide visual cues to current MX3X operation. When the LED is not illuminated,the function is inactive. 2nd 2nd LED. The next keypress is a 2nd keypress. Amber when on. Blinks amber during configuration key sequence. ALT The nex...
Page 32 - Power Modes; Primary Events
Power Power Power Modes The MX3X has four power modes: On, Suspend, Critical Suspend and Off. Primary Events l Any key on the keypad l COM1 activity l Touch on the touchscreen l Power button tap l COM3 activity l PC card activity l USB client connection l External power connection l Scanner activity...
Page 33 - Suspend Mode
Suspend Mode l the user idle timer expires before a wakeup event takes place l the Power button is tapped which immediately places the unit into Suspend Mode. Display Backlight Suspend timers are set using Start | Settings | Control Panel | Display | Backlight tab.Any of the following primary events...
Page 34 - Critical Suspend Mode
Critical Suspend Mode l COM3 CTS l USB client connection When the device wakes up, the User Idle, System Idle and the Suspend timers begin the countdown again. When any one ofthe above events occurs prior to the Suspend timer expiring, the timer starts the countdown again.The first wakeup key press ...
Page 35 - Batteries; Main Battery
Batteries Batteries Note: LXE recommends that the correct MX3 Multicharger Plus always be used to charge the MX3X’s main battery. TheMulticharger plus label is located on the back of the MX3X multi-charger and the multicharger must have been upgradedto V1.01 to charge the MX3X’s main battery pack to...
Page 36 - Low Battery Warning
Low Battery Warning Low Battery Warning It is recommended that the main battery be removed and replaced when it’s energy depletes. When the Low Battery Warningappears do an orderly shut down of the mobile device, minimizing the operation of any optional equipment and insuring anyinformation is saved...
Page 37 - Software
Software Software Introduction There are several different aspects to the setup, configuration and operation of the MX3X. Many of the setup and configurationsettings are dependent upon the optional features such as hardware and software installed on the unit. The examples found inthis section are to...
Page 38 - General Windows CE Keyboard Shortcuts; Press these keys ...
General Windows CE Keyboard Shortcuts General Windows CE Keyboard Shortcuts Use the keyboard shortcuts in the chart below to navigate with the MX3X keyboard. These are standard keyboard shortcuts forWindows CE applications. Press these keys … To … CTRL + C Copy CTRL + X Cut CTRL + V Paste CTRL + Z U...
Page 39 - Warmboot
Warmboot Warmboot A warmboot reboots the computer without erasing any registry data. However, any applications installed to RAM are lost, as isall data in RAM. This happens because the operating system is stored on the flash drive, but must be loaded into RAM to run.All registry configurations are a...
Page 41 - Wavelink Avalanche Enabler Optional
Java (Optional) The Bluetooth control panel can be accessed by tapping Start | Settings | Control Panel | Bluetooth or by doubletapping the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar or on the desktop. Java (Optional) Installed by LXE. Files can be accessed by tapping Start | Programs | JEM-CE . Doubletap the EV...
Page 42 - MX3X Utilities
MX3X Utilities MX3X Utilities The following files are pre-loaded by LXE. LAUNCH.EXE Launch works in coordination with registry settings to allow drivers or applications to be loaded automatically into DRAM atsystem startup. Registry settings control what gets launched; see the App Note for informati...
Page 43 - LAUNCH.EXE and Persistent Storage
LAUNCH.EXE and Persistent Storage l To force execution every time (for example, for AUTOEXEC.BAT), use a FileCheck of “dummy”, which will never befound, forcing the item to execute. l For persist keys specifying .EXE or .BAT files, the executing process is started, and then Launch will continue, lea...
Page 44 - MX3X Command-line Utilities; prtscrn; API Calls; My Device
WAVPLAY.EXE WAVPLAY.EXE Double tapping a sound file (e.g. WAV) causes WavPlay to open the file and run it in the background. MX3X Command-line Utilities Command line utilities can be executed by Start | Run | [program name]. COLDBOOT.EXE Command line utility which performs a cold boot (all RAM is er...
Page 45 - Desktop Icons; Desktop Icon
Desktop Icons Desktop Icons For general use instruction, please refer to commercially available Windows CE user’s guides or the Windows on-line Helpapplication installed in the mobile device. The MX3X Desktop appearance is similar to that of a desktop PC running Windows 2000 or XP.At a minimum, it h...
Page 46 - My Device Folders; Folder
My Device Folders Desktop Icon Function Java is an option installed by LXE. Tapping the desktop icon displays information on the Java version installed. Access programs, select from the Favorites listing, documents last worked on, change/view settings for the control panel or taskbar, on-line help o...
Page 47 - Internet Explorer
Internet Explorer After the installation application is manually run, a reboot is necessary for the Enabler to begin normal performance. Followingthis reboot, the Enabler will by default be an auto-launch application. This behavior can be modified by accessing theAvalanche Update Settings panel thro...
Page 48 - Start Menu Program Options
Start Menu Program Options Start Menu Program Options The following options represent the factory default program installation. Your system may be different based on the softwareand hardware options purchased. Access: Start | Programs Communication Stores Network communication options ActiveSync Tra...
Page 49 - Connect and LXEConnect
Communication Communication Access:Start | Programs | Communication ActiveSync Introduction ActiveSync is pre-loaded on all LXE mobile devices.Using Microsoft ActiveSync you can copy files from your MX3X to your desktop computer , and vice versa.Once an ActiveSync relationship (partnership) has been...
Page 50 - Command Prompt; Pocket CMD Prompt Screen; eXpress Scan
Command Prompt Command Prompt Access:Start | Programs | Command Prompt Pocket CMD Prompt Screen Type help at the command prompt for a list of available commands.Exit the Command Prompt by typing exit at the command prompt or select File | Close. eXpress Scan The eXpress Scan utility allows an admini...
Page 51 - Wordpad; Connection; Transcriber
Wordpad Wordpad Start | Programs | Microsoft WordPad Create and edit documents and templates in WordPad, using buttons and menu commands that are similar to those used in thedesktop PC version of Microsoft WordPad.By default WordPad files are saved as .PWD files. Documents can be saved in other form...
Page 52 - Taskbar; General Tab; Taskbar Properties, General Tab; Advanced Tab; Taskbar Properties, Advanced Tab
Taskbar Taskbar Access:Start | Settings | Taskbar and Start Menu There are a few changes in the Windows CE version of Taskbar as it relates to the general desktop PC Windows Taskbaroptions.When the taskbar is auto hidden, press the Ctrl key then the Esc key to make the Start button appear. General T...
Page 53 - Taskbar Icons
Taskbar Icons Taskbar Icons As MX3X devices and applications open and change state, icons are placed in the Taskbar. In most cases, tapping the icon inthe Taskbar opens the related application.Refer to Start | Help for an explanation of standard Windows CE taskbar icons.Following are a few of the MX...
Page 54 - ActiveSync; Initial Setup
ActiveSync ActiveSync Introduction Once a relationship (partnership) has been established with Connect (on a desktop computer), ActiveSync will synchronizeusing the wireless link, serial port, the infrared port, or USB on the MX3X. Requirement : ActiveSync version 3.8 (or higher) must be resident on...
Page 55 - Connect via USB; USB Client; Cable for USB ActiveSync Connection:; Connect and Communicate
Connect via USB Connect via USB Start | Settings | Control Panel | PC Connection The default connection type is USB Client To change the connection type or to verify it is set to USB, selectTap the Change button. From the popup list, choose USB Client This will set up the mobile device to use the US...
Page 56 - Cable for Serial ActiveSync Connection; Serial ActiveSync; IR Connection; Cables for initial ActiveSync Configuration:; USB ActiveSync
Cable for Serial ActiveSync Connection Note: Run “Connect” when the “Get Connected” wizard on the host PC is checking COM ports to establish a connectionfor the first time. Cable for Serial ActiveSync Connection Serial ActiveSync 9000054CABLE , RS-232 9 Pin to 9 Pin, MX3X Serial port to PC/Laptop se...
Page 57 - Wireless Connection
Wireless Connection Wireless Connection Note: You must establish a partnership with a desktop computer prior to running ActiveSync on the mobile device. Theinitial partnership must be done using direct serial or USB cable connection. Once the relationship is established using the serial port, the Ac...
Page 58 - Synchronizing from the Mobile Device; Sync; Explore; Prerequisites; USB Transfer; Infrared Port Transfer
Synchronizing from the Mobile Device Synchronizing from the Mobile Device To synchronize using a wireless LAN card, you must have set up ActiveSync on your desktop computer and completed thefirst synchronization process before you initiate synchronization from your device.To initiate synchronization...
Page 59 - Connect; USB Connection; Network Connection; Cold Boot and Loss of Host Re-connection
Connect Connect Connect the modem cable to the PC (the host) and the mobile device (the client). Select “Connect” from the Start Menu on themobile device (Start | Programs | Communications | Connect). Note: Run “Connect” when the “Get Connected” wizard on the host PC is checking COM ports to establi...
Page 60 - Troubleshooting ActiveSync
Troubleshooting ActiveSync Troubleshooting ActiveSync ActiveSync on the host says that a device is trying to connect, but it cannot identify it One or more control lines are not connected. This is usually a cable problem, but on a laptop or other device, it may indicate abad serial port.If the MX3X ...
Page 61 - Configuring the MX3X with LXEConnect; Install LXEConnect; ActiveSync Explore
Configuring the MX3X with LXEConnect Configuring the MX3X with LXEConnect LXEConnect allows a user to view the MX3Xscreen remotely from a PC using an ActiveSync connection:Requirements: ActiveSync version 3.8 (or higher) must be resident on the host (desktop/laptop) computer. Please see thefollowing...
Page 62 - LXEConnect Installation Files; LXEConnect Setup
Install LXEConnect LXEConnect Installation Files 7. Select and copy the LXEConnect.msi and Setup.exe files from the MX3X to the user PC. Note the location chosen for files 8. Close the ActiveSync explorer dialog box. Do not disconnect the MX3X ActiveSync connection. 9. Execute the setup.exe file tha...
Page 63 - Using LXEConnect; LXEConnect Notice; LXEConnect Desktop
Using LXEConnect Using LXEConnect 1. If an ActiveSync connection is has not been established, connect the MX3X to the PC. Details on ActiveSync are included in the following section. 2. Double-click the LXEConnect icon that was created on the desktop. 3. LXEConnect launches. LXEConnect Notice 4. Cli...
Page 64 - Start | Settings | Control Panel or My Device | Control Panel link
Control Panel Control Panel Start | Settings | Control Panel or My Device | Control Panel link Note: Change the font displayed on the touchscreen by choosing Start | Settings | Control Panel | Keyboard and then theKey map dropdown list. Tap the ? button for Help when changing MX3X Control Panel opt...
Page 65 - Option; user installed
Control Panel Option Function Remove Programs Select to remove specific user installed programs in their entirety. Scanner LXE Scan Wedge utility. Set scanner key wedge, scanner port, and imager LEDillumination options. Assign baud rate, parity, stop bits and data bits for COM1 port.Assign scanned b...
Page 66 - About; Version Tab and the Registry
About About Start | Settings | Control Panel | About The data cannot be edited by the MX3X user on these panels. Tab Contents Software GUID, Windows CE Version, OAL Version, Bootloader Version, Compile Version,FPGA Version and Language. Language indicates any pre-installed Asian fonts. Hardware CPU ...
Page 67 - Identifying Software Versions
Identifying Software Versions Identifying Software Versions The Versions tab displays the versions of many of the software programs installed. Not all installed software installed on themobile device is included in this list and the list varies depending on the applications loaded on the MX3X. The L...
Page 68 - Accessibility
Accessibility Accessibility Start | Settings | Control Panel | Accessibility Customize the way the MX3X keyboard, sound, display, mouse, automatic reset and notification sounds function. There are afew changes from general Windows desktop Accessibility options. Note: LXE disables the keyboard Sticky...
Page 69 - Administration - for AppLock
Administration - for AppLock Administration - for AppLock Introduction LXE’s AppLock is designed to be run on LXE certified Windows CE based devices only. LXE loads the AppLock program aspart of the LXE customer installation process.MX3X AppLock is setup by the Administrator by tapping Start | Setti...
Page 70 - Setup a New Device
Setup a New Device Setup a New Device LXE devices with the AppLock feature are shipped to boot in Administration mode with no default password, thus when theMX3X is first booted, the user has full access to the device and no password prompt is displayed. After the administratorspecifies the applicat...
Page 71 - Administration Mode; Administrator Hotkey
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 Administrationmode and configuration options are ...
Page 72 - End User Mode; Passwords
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 todialog boxes. Each application is automatically launched and runs in full screen mode when the device boots up.The user cannot unintentionally or ...
Page 73 - End-User Switching Technique; Switchpad Menu; Using a Stylus Tap; and; Using the Switch Key Sequence; Global Key
End-User Switching Technique End-User Switching Technique Note: The touch screen must be enabled. Switchpad Menu A checkmark indicates applications currently active or available for Launching by the user. When Keyboard is selected, theMX3X default input method (Input Panel, Transcriber, or custom in...
Page 75 - Application Configuration
Application Configuration Application Configuration The default Administrator Hotkey sequence is Shift+Ctrl+A . Administrator mode allows access to all features on the device. When the hotkey is pressed to switch into Administrator mode,a password prompt is displayed (if a password has been configur...
Page 76 - Application Panel
Application Panel Application Panel Note: Users of Single-Application AppLock have a Control tab instead of an Application tab. Some of the options in thissection do not apply to the Control tab. Application Panel Note: If your Application Panel does not look like the figure shown above, you may hav...
Page 77 - Launch Button; Application Launch Options
Launch Button Option Explanation GlobalDelay Default is 10 seconds. Enter the number of seconds that Applications must wait before starting to run afterreboot. Note: Delay (Global) may not be available in all versions of AppLock. You can simulate a Global Delayfunction by setting a delay for the fir...
Page 78 - Auto At Boot; Auto At Boot Settings
Auto At Boot Auto At Boot Auto At Boot Settings 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 aDelay in seconds is specified, AppLock waits for the specified period of time to expire be...
Page 80 - Manual Launch Checkbox; Allow Close; Allow Close Checkbox
Manual (Launch) Manual (Launch) Manual Launch Checkbox Default is Disabled. Enabling this option allows the end-user to launch the specified application(s). Upon bootup completion anapplication with Manual enabled is listed on the Switchpad accompanied by a checkmark that indicates the application i...
Page 81 - Match; Match Textbox
Match Match Match Textbox Match Default is blank (match is not used).AppLock works by associating display windows with the launched process ID. If an application uses different process IDs forwindows it creates, the Match field must be used.Use the Match field to specify up to 32 characters of the c...
Page 82 - Security Panel; Security Panel
Security Panel Security Panel Security Panel Hotkey Specify the hotkey sequence that triggers AppLock to switch between administrator and user modes and the passwordrequired to enter Administrator mode. The default hotkey sequence is Shift+Ctrl+A . A 2 nd key keypress is an invalid keypress for a ho...
Page 83 - Options Panel; Options Panel
Options Panel Options Panel AppLock contains several types of delays and timeouts to accommodate different applications. Please note that the delaysspecified on the Launch panel are delays before AppLock attempts to start the specified application(s). The timesouts specified on this panel are delays...
Page 84 - Status Panel; Status Panel; View
Status Panel Status Panel Use the Status panel to view the log of previous AppLock operations and to configure which messages are to be recordedduring AppLock operation.Status information is stored in a specific location on the storage device and in a specific logfile specified by the Administrator....
Page 85 - Troubleshooting AppLock
Log Log Note: If a level higher than Error is selected, the status should be cleared frequently by the administrator. In addition to the three view levels the administrator can select that all status information be logged or turn off all statusinformation logging completely. The system default is ‘N...
Page 86 - Battery; Backup Battery Maintenance
Battery Battery Start | Settings | Control Panel | Battery This panel is used to view the status and percentage of power remaining in the MX3X main battery. The data cannot be editedby the user. The battery gas gauge icon resides in the system tray and shows four levels of charge – 100%, 75%, 50%, 2...
Page 87 - Bluetooth; Factory Default Settings
Bluetooth Bluetooth Access: Start | Settings | Control Panel | Bluetooth Discover and manage pairing with nearby Bluetooth devices. Factory Default Settings Discovered Devices None Settings Turn Off Bluetooth Disabled Report when connection lost Enabled Report when reconnected Disabled Report failur...
Page 88 - Bluetooth Devices; Bluetooth Devices Panel; Discover; Discover Bluetooth Devices
Bluetooth Devices Bluetooth Devices The Bluetooth Devices tab displays any device previously discovered and paired with the MX3X. Bluetooth Devices Panel Discover Tap the Discover button to locate all discoverable Bluetooth devices in the vicinity. The Discovery process also queries for theunique id...
Page 89 - Bluetooth Device List; Bluetooth Device Menu
Bluetooth Device Menu Bluetooth Device List The discovered paired devices may or may not be identified with an icon. Discovered devices without an icon can be paired asprinters or scanners. The Bluetooth panel assigns an icon to the device name.An icon with a red background indicates the device's Bl...
Page 90 - Bluetooth Device Properties; Bluetooth Device Properties Menu
Bluetooth Device Properties Bluetooth Device Right Click Menu Tap Pair as Scanner to set up the MX3X to receive data from the scanner. Tap Pair as Printer to set up the MX3X to send data to the printer. Tap Disconnect to stop the connection between the MX3X and a paired Bluetooth device. Tap Delete ...
Page 91 - Settings; Bluetooth Device Settings Panel
Settings Settings Bluetooth Device Settings Panel Note: These options can still be checked or unchecked whether Bluetooth connection is enabled or disabled. Option Default Information Report when connectionlost Enabled There may be an audio or visual signal when a connection between a paired, active...
Page 92 - Turn Off Bluetooth Button; Default
Turn Off Bluetooth Button Option Default Information Computer is discoverable Disabled Enable this option to ensure other devices can discover the MX3X. This option isdisabled by default. Prompt if devices requestto pair Disabled A dialog box appears on the MX3X screen notifying the user a Bluetooth...
Page 93 - Bluetooth About Panel
About About Bluetooth About Panel This panel lists the assigned Computer Friendly Name (that other devices may discover during their Discovery and Queryprocess), the Bluetooth MAC address, and software version levels. The data cannot be edited by the user. E-EQ-MX3XRG-W-ARC [ 81 ] MX3X Reference Gu...
Page 94 - Using Bluetooth; Prerequisite
Using Bluetooth Using Bluetooth Access: Start | Settings | Control Panel | Bluetooth or Bluetooth icon in taskbar or Bluetooth icon on desktop or Tap the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar to open the Bluetooth LXEZ Pairing application. The MX3X default Bluetooth setting is Enabled.The LXE MX3X Bluetooth...
Page 95 - Initial Use; Subsequent Use
Initial Use Initial Use 1. Select Start | Settings | Control Panel | Bluetooth or tap the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar or on the desktop. 2. Tap the Settings Tab. 3. Change the Computer Friendly Name at the bottom of the Settings display. The Bluetooth MX3X default name is deter- mined by the facto...
Page 96 - Bluetooth Indicators; Taskbar Icon; Bluetooth Barcode Reader Setup
Bluetooth Indicators Bluetooth Indicators The Bluetooth taskbar Icon state changes as Bluetooth devices are discovered, pair, connect and disconnect.There may be audible or visual signals as paired devices re-connect with the MX3X.Only LXE printers or scanners are recognized and displayed in the Blu...
Page 97 - Sample Bluetooth Address Barcode Label
Introduction Sample Bluetooth Address Barcode Label Locate the barcode label, similar to the one shown above, attached to the MX3X. The label is the Bluetooth address identifierfor the MX3X.The mobile Bluetooth scanner / imager requires this information before discovering, pairing, connecting or dis...
Page 98 - MX3X with Label
MX3X with Label MX3X with Label If the MX3X has a Bluetooth address barcode label attached, follow these steps: 1. Scan the Bluetooth address barcode label, attached to the MX3X, with the LXE Bluetooth mobile scanner. 2. If this is the first time the Bluetooth scanner has scanned the MX3X Bluetooth ...
Page 99 - MX3X without Label; About Tab and Bluetooth Address
MX3X without Label MX3X without Label If the MX3X Bluetooth address barcode label does not exist, follow these steps to create a unique Bluetooth address barcodefor the MX3X:First, locate the MX3X Bluetooth address by tapping Start | Settings | Control Panel | Bluetooth | About tab. About Tab and Bl...
Page 101 - Import
Certificates Certificates Start | Settings | Control Panel | Certificates Manage digital certificates used for secure communication. Note: Digital certificates are date sensitive. If the date on the MX3X is incorrect, wireless authentication will fail. The Certificates stores lists the certificates ...
Page 103 - Dialing
Dialing Dialing Start | Settings | Control Panel | Dialing Set dialup properties for internal modems (not supplied or supported on the MX3X by LXE). Factory Default Settings Location Work Area Code 425 Tone Dialing Enabled Country/Region 1 Disable Call Waiting Disabled (blank) E-EQ-MX3XRG-W-ARC [ 91...
Page 104 - Background
Display Display Start | Settings | Control Panel | Display The display might also called the touchscreen.Select the desktop background image and appearance scheme for the MX3X. Using the options on the Backlight tab, set thedisplay backlight and keypad backlight timers when running on battery or ext...
Page 105 - Backlight; keypad backlight
Backlight Backlight The backlight settings use the LXE set of default timeouts and is synchronized to the User Idle setting in the Schemes tab inthe Power control panel.When the backlight timer expires, the touchscreen backlight is dimmed, not turned off. When both checkboxes are unchecked,the backl...
Page 106 - Input Panel; Options button
Input Panel Input Panel Start | Settings | Control Panel | Input Panel Set the current MX3X keys and data input method. Factory Default Settings Input Method Keyboard Allow applications to change input panel state Enabled Options button Keys Small keys Use gestures Disabled Use this panel to make th...
Page 107 - Internet Options
Internet Options Internet Options Start | Settings | Control Panel | Internet Options Set options for MX3X Internet connectivity.Select a tab. Tap the ? button for help using Windows CE Help installed in your mobile device. Adjust the settings and tap theOK button. The changes take effect immediatel...
Page 110 - Keyboard; Repeat Tab
Keyboard Keyboard Start | Settings | Control Panel | Keyboard Set keypad key map, keypad key repeat delay, and key repeat rate. Factory Default Settings Repeat Tab Key map Default (or Default MX3X) Repeat character Enable Repeat Delay Short Repeat Rate Slow Select a key map using the drop-down list....
Page 111 - KeyPad
KeyPad KeyPad Start | Settings | Control Panel | KeyPad Icon Use this control panel option to assign key functions to mappable keys available on your MX3X, determine application launchsequences and program command Run sequences. Note: KeyPad Control Panel options LaunchApp and RunCmd do not inter-re...
Page 112 - KeyMap Tab
KeyMap Tab KeyMap Tab Assign settings by clicking radio buttons and selecting keys from the drop down boxes. Tap the OK button when finished. Thechanges take effect immediately. How to Remap a Single Key 1. Select the modifier key from the Modifier Mode options.2. Select the key to be remapped from ...
Page 114 - LaunchApp Tab
LaunchApp Tab LaunchApp Tab The default for all text boxes is Null or “ ”. The text boxes accept string values only.Note that executables and parameters are not checked for accuracy by the keyboard driver. If the launch fails, the MX3X emitsa single beep, if the launch is successful, it is silent. T...
Page 115 - RunCmd Tab
RunCmd Tab RunCmd Tab The default for all text boxes is Empty, Null or " ". The text boxes accept string values only.Note that executables and parameters are not checked for accuracy by the keyboard driver. If the launch fails, the MX3X emitsa single beep, if the launch is successful, the mo...
Page 116 - Mixer
Mixer Mixer Start | Settings | Control Panel | Mixer The MX3X has a speaker. It is active when a headset is not connected to the device.Use the settings on these panels to adjust the volume, record gain and sidetone for microphone input, speaker and speakeroutput.Headsets can be enabled, disabled an...
Page 117 - Mouse
Mouse Mouse Start | Settings | Control Panel | Mouse Use this option to set the double-tap sensitivity for stylus taps on the MX3X touchscreen. E-EQ-MX3XRG-W-ARC [ 105 ] MX3X Reference Guide
Page 118 - Communication
MX3X-VXC Options MX3X-VXC Options Access: Start | Settings | Control Panel | MX3X-VXC Options Set options such as IP V6, time sync, touchscreen enable and CapsLock. Also set Status Popup taskbar icon display optionsfor the Admin and User.It may be necessary to warmboot the MX3X after making desired ...
Page 119 - Misc
Misc The System/GrabTime.ini file takes precedence over the Windows/GrabTime.ini file. System/Grabtime.ini also persists after acoldboot; Windows/Grabtime.ini does not persist. Misc Options on this tab configure device specific options. Note that options not available on the MX3X are grayed out. MX3...
Page 120 - Status Popup; MX3X Options / Status PopupTab
Status Popup Status Popup Options on this tab configure the Status Popup window. When the Status popup window is displayed, it is placed on top of thewindow in focus and hides any data beneath it. It is closed by pressing the assigned Status User or Status Admin keysequence. MX3X Options / Status Po...
Page 121 - Network and Dialup Options; Start | Settings | Control Panel | Network and Dialup Connections
Network and Dialup Options Network and Dialup Options Start | Settings | Control Panel | Network and Dialup Connections Set MX3X network driver properties and network access properties. Select a connection to use, or create a new connection. Create a New Connection 1. On the mobile device, select St...
Page 122 - Owner; Identification
Owner Owner Start | Settings | Control Panel | Owner Set the MX3X owner details. The Network ID is used when logging into a remote network. Factory Default Settings Identification Name Blank Company Blank Address Blank Telephones Blank Display owner ID at power-on Disabled Notes Notes Blank Display ...
Page 124 - Password
Password Password Start | Settings | Control Panel | Password Use this panel to set MX3X user access to control panels and power up password properties. Important: This password must be entered before performing a cold boot or cold reset. If entering a power-on or screen saver password does not allo...
Page 125 - PC Connection; Allow connection with desktop computer when device is attached
PC Connection PC Connection Start | Settings | Control Panel | PC Connection Use these options to control a cabled connection (USB, serial) between the MX3X and a nearby desktop/laptop computer. Factory Default Settings Enable direct connection Enabled Connect using USB Client Unchecking the Allow c...
Page 126 - PCMCIA; PCMCIATab Options
PCMCIA PCMCIA Start | Settings | Control Panel | PCMCIA Use the options on the tabs to manage cards installed in the MX3X. Factory Default Settings PCMCIA Disable slot now Off Power slot during sleep (3.3v) Dimmed Power slot during sleep (5v) Off Write protect slot Off (dimmed) CF Disable slot now O...
Page 127 - CF Tab Options
CF Tab Options CF Tab Options The name of the card (from the CIS data on the card) in the slot is displayed. This information cannot be changed by the user.When “Power slot during sleep” is checked, the slot will stay powered up in Suspend at the cost of reduced battery life.When “Disable slot now” ...
Page 128 - Battery Tab
Power Power Start | Settings | Control Panel | Power The MX3X power mode timers are cumulative.The System Idle timer begins the countdown after the User Idle timer has expired and the Suspend timer begins the countdownafter the System Idle timer has expired.When the User Idle timer is set to “Never”...
Page 130 - Regional and Language Settings; Region
Regional and Language Settings Regional and Language Settings Start | Settings | Control Panel | Regional Settings Set the appearance of numbers, currency, time and date based on regional and language settings. Set the MX3X user interfacelanguage and the default input language. Factory Default Setti...
Page 132 - Remove Programs; My Documents
Remove Programs Remove Programs Start | Settings | Control Panel | Remove Programs Note: Lists programs installed in RAM that have been marked for removal. Select a program and tap Remove. Follow the prompts on the screen to uninstall MX3X user-installed only programs. Thechange takes effect immedia...
Page 133 - Scanner Wedge
Scanner Wedge Scanner Wedge Start | Settings | Control Panel | Scanner Set MX3X scanner keyboard wedge parameters, enable or disable allowed symbologies, scanner icon appearance, activescanner port, and scan key settings.Assign baud rate, parity, stop bits and data bits for available COM ports.Param...
Page 134 - Barcode Processing Overview
Barcode Processing Overview Barcode Processing Overview Barcode processing involves several steps. Some steps may be skipped during the processing depending on user selectionson the Scanner control panels. The steps are presented below in the order they are performed on the barcode data. 1. Scanned ...
Page 135 - Main Tab
Factory Default Settings Factory Default Settings Main Tab Port 1 Disabled Port 2 Internal Power Port 1 while asleep Disabled Send Key Message (WEDGE) Enabled Enable Internal Scanner Sound Enabled Keys Tab (Moved to the Keypad Control Panel) COM1 Tab (COM1, COM2, COM3) Baud Rate 9600 Stop Bits 1 Par...
Page 136 - Parameter
Main Tab Main Tab Start | Settings | Control Panel | Scanner | Main tab Parameter Function Port Default: Port 1 is disabled. Port 2 is enabled. Power Port 1 whileasleep When Power Port 1 while asleep is checked, whichever serial port is enabled as Port 1 will remainpowered while the device is in Sus...
Page 137 - Keys Tab; COM1 Tab
Keys Tab Keys Tab Start | Settings | Control Panel | Scanner | Keys If your Keys tab looks like this: Go to the Keypad Control Panel. Integrated Scan buttons have no effect on scanners tethered to a COM port or scanners connected wirelessly (for example,wireless Bluetooth scanners) to the MX3X. The ...
Page 138 - COM2 Tab
COM2 Tab COM2 Tab Start | Settings | Control Panel | Scanner | COM2 This panel sets communication parameters for any device connected to the external port.Adjust the settings and click the OK button to save the changes. Any changes take effect immediately.This panel does not configure the connected ...
Page 139 - Serial Port Pin 9
Serial Port Pin 9 Serial Port Pin 9 To configure the COM port to supply power to an external scanner tethered to the COM1 port, check the checkbox for Poweron Pin 9 (+5V). The default isOff (disabled). The external scanner is powered by the tethered devices power source. Wirelessexternal scanners us...
Page 140 - Barcode Tab; Buttons
Barcode Tab Barcode Tab Start | Settings | Control Panel | Scanner | Barcode tab The Barcode tab contains several options to control barcode processing. Options include: l Defining custom Code IDs l Disable processing of specified barcode symbologies l Rejecting barcode data that is too short or too...
Page 141 - Enable Code ID; Custom
Enable Code ID Enable Code ID This parameter programs the scanner to transmit the specified Code ID and/or determines the type of barcode identifier beingprocessed.Transmission of the Code ID is enabled at the scanner for all barcode symbologies, not for an individual symbology. Code ID issent from ...
Page 142 - Symbol; None
Enable Code ID l When Enable Code ID is set to Custom , AIM or Symbol Code IDs must be added to the end of the Custom Code ID. For example, if a Custom Code ID ‘AAA’ is created to be read in combination with an AIM ID for Code 39 ‘]A1’, the Cus-tom Code ID must be entered with the AIM ID code first ...
Page 145 - Control Code Replacement Examples
Control Code Replacement Examples Control Code Replacement Examples Configuration Data Translation Example Con- trol Character Example Con- figuration Translated Data Ignore (drop) The control character is discarded fromthe barcode data, prefix and suffix ESCape Ignore (drop) 0x1B in the barcode is ...
Page 146 - Barcode Processing Examples; Symbology
Barcode Processing Examples Barcode Processing Examples The following table shows examples of stripping and prefix/suffix configurations. The examples assume that the scanner isconfigured to transmit an AIM identifier. Symbology All EAN-128(]C1) EAN-13(]E0) Intrlv 2 of 5(]IO) Code93 Enable Enabled E...
Page 147 - Translate All is checked; Parameters
Barcode - Ctrl Char Mapping Barcode - Ctrl Char Mapping The Ctrl Char Mapping button (Control Character Mapping) activates a dialog to define the operations the LXE Wedge performson control characters (values less than 0x20) embedded in barcodes. Control characters can be replaced with user-defined ...
Page 149 - Barcode - Symbology Settings; supported on the MX3X
Barcode - Symbology Settings Barcode - Symbology Settings The Symbology selected in the Symbologies dialog defines the symbology for which the data is being configured. The featuresavailable on the Symbology Settings dialog include the ability to individually enable or disable a barcode from scannin...
Page 150 - All
Parameters When All is selected in the Symbology field and the settings are changed, the settings in this dialog become the defaults, used unless overwritten by the settings for individual symbologies. This is also true for Custom IDs, where the code IDs to bestripped are specified by the user. Note...
Page 151 - Strip Leading/Trailing Control; Leading
Strip Leading/Trailing Control Strip Leading/Trailing Control This group of controls determines what data is removed from the barcode before the data is buffered for the application. Whenall values are set, Code ID takes precedence over Leading and Trailing; Barcode Data stripping is performed last....
Page 152 - Barcode Data Match List; Barcode Data Match Edit Buttons
Barcode Data Match List Barcode Data Match List Barcode Data Panel This panel is used to strip data that matches the entry in the Match list from the barcode. Enter the data to be stripped in thetext box and tap the Insert or Add button. The entry is added to the Match list.To remove an entry from t...
Page 153 - Match List Rules
Match List Rules Match List Rules The data in the match list is processed by the rules listed below: l Strings in the list will be searched in the order they appear in the list. If the list contains ABC and AB , in that order, incoming data with ABC will match first, and the AB will have no effect. ...
Page 154 - Add Prefix/Suffix Control
Add Prefix/Suffix Control Add Prefix/Suffix Control 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 barcode data. Up to 19 characters can be included in the string. The string can include any character from...
Page 155 - Length Based Barcode Stripping
Length Based Barcode Stripping Length Based Barcode Stripping Use this procedure to create symbology rules for two barcodes with the same symbology but with different discrete lengths.This procedure is not applicable for barcodes with variable lengths (falling between a maximum value and a minimum v...
Page 157 - Stylus; Double Tap
Stylus Stylus Start | Settings | Control Panel | Stylus Use this control panel option to set stylus double-tap sensitivity properties and calibrate the MX3X touch panel when needed. Double Tap Follow the instructions on the screen and tap the OK button to save any double tap changes. Calibration Tab...
Page 158 - System
System System System | Settings | Control Panel | System Use these MX3X panels to: l Review System and mobile device data and revision levels. l Adjust Storage and Program memory settings. l Assign a device name and device descriptor. Factory Default Settings General No user interaction Memory 1/3 s...
Page 159 - Memory Tab
Memory Tab Memory Tab Move the slider to allocate more memory for programs or storage. If there isn’t enough space for a file, increase the amount ofstorage memory. If the mobile device is running slowly, try increasing the amount of program memory. Device Name Tab The device name and description ca...
Page 160 - Terminal Server Client Licenses; Start | Settings | Control Panel \ Terminal Server Client Licenses
Terminal Server Client Licenses Terminal Server Client Licenses Start | Settings | Control Panel \ Terminal Server Client Licenses Any licenses stored on the MX3X appear in the drop-down list. Select a license and tap the Close button. The license isavailable for use immediately. E-EQ-MX3XRG-W-ARC [...
Page 161 - Volume and Sounds; Volume
Volume and Sounds Volume and Sounds Start | Settings | Control Panel | Volume & Sounds Note: An application may override the control of the speaker volume. Turning off sounds saves power and prolongsbattery life. Set volume parameters and assign sound WAV files to CE events using these options.Y...
Page 162 - Good Scan and Bad Scan Sounds; WiFi Control Panel
Good Scan and Bad Scan Sounds The volume setting is stored in the registry and is recalled at power on. Note: Rejected barcodes generate a bad scan beep. In some cases, the receipt of data from the scanner triggers a goodscan beep from a tethered scanner, and then the rejection of scanned barcode da...
Page 164 - Enabler Uninstall Process; Stop the Enabler Service; Do not monitor or launch Enabler; Stop Monitoring; Reboot
Briefly . . . Briefly . . . The Avalanche Enabler installation file (LXE_ENABLER.CAB) is loaded on the MX3X by LXE; however, the device is notconfigured to launch the Enabler installation file automatically.The installation application must be run manually the first time Avalanche is used.After the ...
Page 165 - Update Monitoring Overview
Update Monitoring Overview Update Monitoring Overview There are three methods by which the Enabler on the MX3X can communicate with the Mobile Device Server running on thehost machine. l Wired via a serial cable between the Mobile Device Server PC and the MX3X. l Wired via a USB connection, using Ac...
Page 166 - Mobile Device Wireless and Network Settings
Mobile Device Wireless and Network Settings Mobile Device Wireless and Network Settings Once the connection to the Mobile Device Server is established, the MX3X Enabler attempts to apply all network and wirelesssettings contained in the active profile.The success of the application of settings is de...
Page 167 - Preparing an LXE Device for Remote Management
Preparing an LXE Device for Remote Management Preparing an LXE Device for Remote Management Two additional utilities are necessary for remote management. These utilities are included on CE mobile devicesmanufactured after April 2007. l The LXE Remote Management Utility (RMU) must be installed on all...
Page 168 - Using Wavelink Avalanche to Upgrade System Baseline; Version Information on LXE Mobile Devices
Using Wavelink Avalanche to Upgrade System Baseline Using Wavelink Avalanche to Upgrade System Baseline This procedure assumes the Avalanche Enabler is already installed on the MX3X and is already in communication with theAvalanche MC Console. Part 1 – Bootstrapping the RMU 1. Install the RMUCEbt pa...
Page 169 - User Interface
User Interface User Interface The Enabler can be configured and controlled manually through the user interface on the MX3X. This section details thefunctionality that can be controlled by the user or system administrator. Parameters and Screen Displays Screen displays shown in this section are desig...
Page 170 - Enabler Configuration; Enabler Settings icon; Avalanche Enabler; Avalanche Enabler Opening Screen
Enabler Configuration Enabler Configuration Enabler Settings Icon The Enabler user interface application is launched by clicking either the Enabler Settings icon on the desktop or Taskbar or by selecting Avalanche Enabler from the Programs menu. The opening screen presents the MX3X user with the con...
Page 171 - File Menu Options; Avalanche Update using File | Settings
File Menu Options File Menu Options Connect The Connect option under the File menu allows the user to initiate a manualconnection to the Mobile Device Server. The connection methods, by default, arewireless and COM connections. Any updates available will be applied to theMX3X immediately upon a succ...
Page 172 - Menu Options
Menu Options Menu Options Note: Your MX3X screen display may not be exactly as shown in the following menu options. Contact your LXE representative for version information and upgrade availability. Connection Enter the IP Address or host name of the Mobile Device Server. Set the order in which seria...
Page 173 - Connection Options
Connection Connection Connection Options AvalancheServer Address Enter the IP Address or host name of the Mobile Device Server assigned to the MX3X. Check SerialConnection Indicates whether the Enabler should first check for serial port connection to the Mobile Device Serverbefore checking for a wir...
Page 174 - Execution
Execution Execution Note the dimmed options on this MX3X panel. This menu option is designed to manage downloaded applications for automaticexecution upon startup. Execution Options (Dimmed) Auto-ExecuteSelection An application that has been installed with the Avalanche Management system can be runa...
Page 175 - Server Contact; Server Contact Options
Server Contact Server Contact Server Contact Options Note: Your MX3X screen display may not be exactly as shown above. Contact your LXE representative for upgrade availability and version information. Sync Clock Reset the time on the MX3X based on the time on the Mobile Device Server host PC. Contac...
Page 176 - Startup / Shutdown Options
Startup/Shutdown Startup/Shutdown LXE recommends using LXE AppLock to manage the taskbar. AppLock is resident on each mobile device with a Windows CEOS (with the exception of the HX3). AppLock configuration instructions are located in the MX3X reference guide. Startup / Shutdown Options Do not monit...
Page 177 - Scan Config; Scan Config Option
Scan Config Scan Config LXE recommends using LXE eXpress Config and eXpress Scan for this function. eXpress Scan is included with the updated MX3X enablers. Scan Config Option Scan Config functionality is a standard option of the Wavelink Avalanche MC system but is not currently supported by LXE on ...
Page 178 - Window Display Options
Display Display Window Display Options Update Window Display The user interface for the Enabler can be configured to dynamically change based on the status of the MX3X connection withthe Mobile Device Server. At startup Default is Half Screen. Options are Half screen, Hidden or Full screen. On conne...
Page 179 - Shortcuts; Application Shortcuts
Shortcuts Shortcuts LXE recommends using LXE AppLock for this function. AppLock is resident on each mobile device with a Windows CE OS, with the exception of the HX3. AppLock configuration instructions are located in each equipment-specific reference guide. Application Shortcuts Configure shortcuts ...
Page 180 - Adapters; Adapters Options - Network
Adapters Adapters Note: LXE recommends the user review the network settings configuration utilities and the default values in the MX3XReference Guide before setting All Adapters to Enable in the Adapters applet. Adapters Options - Network ManageNetworkSettings When enabled, the Enabler will control ...
Page 181 - Avalanche Network Profile Displayed
Adapters AvalancheIcon Selecting the Avalanche Icon will access the Avalanche Network Profile tab which will display current networksettings. Avalanche Network Profile Displayed UseManualSettings When enabled, the Enabler will ignore any network or wireless settings coming from the Avalanche MC Cons...
Page 182 - Network
Adapters Network DNS Wireless Manual Settings Properties Panels For MX3X descriptions of these Enabler parameters, refer to the MX3X Reference Guide.LXE does not recommend enabling “Manage Wireless Settings” for Cisco Client or Summit Client devices. Troubleshooting: When you download a profile that...
Page 183 - Status; Status Display
Status Status The Status panel displays the current status of the MX3X network adapter selected in the drop down box. Note the availabilityof the Windows standard Refresh button.When the Windows Refresh button is tapped, the signal strength, signal quality and link speed are refreshed for the curren...
Page 184 - Exit; leave
Exit Exit The Exit option is password protected. The default password is leave . The password is not case-sensitive. Exit Password If changes were made on the MX3XStartup/Shutdown tab screen, then after entering the password, tap OK and the followingscreen is displayed: Continue or Stop Monitoring C...
Page 185 - Using Remote Management; Using eXpress Scan; Step 1: Create Barcodes
Using Remote Management Using Remote Management For Your MX3X 1. Configure the radio to connect to the network running the Mobile Device Server. After the MX3X is connected, proceed to step 2. 2. If it is desired to configure the radio using the Cisco or Summit package, add the configured package to...
Page 186 - Step 2: Scan Barcodes; eXpress Scan Password Input
Step 2: Scan Barcodes Step 2: Scan Barcodes For each LXE device to be configured, please follow these instructions.Start eXpress Scan on the MX3X by double clicking the eXpress Scan icon.Enter the barcode password, if any. eXpress Scan Password Input Click Start.Barcode 1 must be scanned first. The ...
Page 187 - Scan Remaining Barcodes; Step 3: Process Completion; Configuring Settings
Step 3: Process Completion If the passwords do not match, an error message is displayed. The current screen can be closed using the X box in the upperright corner. The password can be re-entered and Barcode 1 scanned again. Scan Remaining Barcodes The remaining barcodes may be scanned in any order. ...
Page 188 - OS upgrade files; Procedure
Reflash the MX3X Reflash the MX3X Introduction Depending on the size of the operating system, the total time required for successful reflashing may require several minutes.The OS upgrade files are unique to your MX3X's physical configuration and date of manufacture. OS upgrade files designed forone ...
Page 189 - Troubleshooting; Battery State and OS Upgrade
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting The powered device won't boot up after reflashing finished. Send the MX3X to LXE Service and Support to be reflashed. Warning: Opening the device e.g. exchanging Flash cards, removing endcaps or access panels, etc. could void theuser's authority to operate this equipm...
Page 191 - Summit Client Utility; SCU Icon on Desktop; Help
Summit Client Utility Summit Client Utility Note: When making changes to profile or global parameters, the device should be warmbooted afterwards. Access: Start | Programs | Summit | SCU or SCU Icon on Desktop or Summit Tray Icon (if present) or Wi-FI Icon in the Windows Control Panel (if present) T...
Page 192 - Summit Tray Icon
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: l The Summit radio is installed and active l The Windows Zero Config utility is not active l The Tray Icon setting is On Click the icon...
Page 193 - Wireless Zero Config Utility and the Summit Radio; ThirdPartyConfig; PartyConfig
Wireless Zero Config Utility and the Summit Radio Wireless Zero Config Utility and the Summit Radio l The WZC utility has an icon in the toolbar that looks like networked computers with a red X through them, indicating thatWireless Zero Config application is enabled but the connection is inactive at...
Page 194 - SCU – Main Tab; Disable Radio
Main Tab Main Tab SCU – Main Tab The Main tab displays information about the radio including: l SCU (Summit Client Utility) version l Driver version l Radio Type (BG identifies an 802.11b/g radio, ABG identifies an 802.11a/b/g radio) l Auto Profile option l Regulatory Domain l Copyright Info may be ...
Page 195 - Admin Login; Admin login
Admin Login Admin Login To login to Admin mode, click the Admin login button. Admin Password Entry Enter the Admin password and press OK . If the password is incorrect, an error message is displayed. The default password is SUMMIT. Note: The password is case sensitive! The Admin password can be chan...
Page 196 - Auto Profile; Select Profiles for Auto Profile
Auto Profile Auto Profile Auto Profile allows the user to configure a list of profiles that the SCU can search when a radio connection is lost. After usingthe Profile tab to create any desired profiles, return to the Main tab . To specify which profiles are to be included in Auto Profile, click the ...
Page 197 - SCU – Profile Tab; Rename; Delete; New; Commit
Profile Tab Profile Tab Note: If the Admin password is not entered, the user can view the Profile parameter settings but cannot make anychanges. The buttons on this tab are grayed out if the user is not logged in. The Profile tab was previously labeled Config. SCU – Profile Tab When logged in as an ...
Page 198 - Using the Scan Feature; Scan Results
Using the Scan Feature Using the Scan Feature Clicking the Scan button opens a pop up window displaying any APs found during the scan. Scan Results The scan displays information on the available APs: l SSID – Lists the SSID of the network l RSSI – Displays the Received Signal Strength Indication (RS...
Page 200 - Tx Power; Bit Rate; Radio Mode
Tx Power Tx Power Desired transmit power. Options: Maximum (Max power for current regulatory domain)50, 30, 20, 10, 5 or 1 mW Default: Maximum Bit Rate Options: Auto (Rate negotiated automatically with the AP)1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48 or 54 Mbit Default: Auto Radio Mode Specify 802.11a...
Page 201 - Auth Type
Auth Type Antenna Configuration Radio Mode A Main and BG Main ABG Rates FullBGA Rates Full A Main and A Aux A Rates Only BG Main and BG Aux B Rates OnlyG Rates OnlyBG Rates FullBG Subset A Main only (external) A Rates Only BG Main only (external) B Rates OnlyG Rates OnlyBG Rates FullBG Rates Subset ...
Page 202 - Encryption
Encryption None Note: The EAP type chosen determines if the Credentials button is active. Available entries on the Credentials pop upwindow vary by EAP type chosen. Encryption Type of encryption used to protect transmitted data. This parameter was labeled as Security in some versions of the SCU. Opt...
Page 203 - Status Tab; SCU – Status Tab
Status Tab Status Tab SCU – Status Tab This screen provides information on the radio: l The profile being used l The status of the radio card (down, associated, authenticated, etc.) l Client information including device name, IP address and MAC address. l Information about the Access Point (AP) main...
Page 204 - Diags Tab; SCU – Diags Tab; Stop Ping; Diagnostics
Diags Tab Diags Tab SCU – Diags Tab The Diags screen can be used for troubleshooting network traffic and radio connectivity issues. l (Re)connect – Use this button to apply (or reapply) the current profile and attempt to associate or authenticate to the wireless LAN. All activity is logged in the Di...
Page 205 - Global Tab; SCU – Global Tab; Global Parameters
Global Tab Global Tab Note: The Global tab was previously labeled Global Settings. The parameters on the global settings tab can be changed when an Admin is logged on (see Admin Login ). Without the admin login, the current values for the parameters can be viewed, but they cannot be edited. SCU – Gl...
Page 206 - Roam Trigger; Roam Delta
Roam Trigger Roam Trigger If signal strength is less than this trigger value, the radio looks for a different AP with a stronger signal. Options: -50, -55, -60, -65, -70, -75, -80, -85, -90 dBmCustom (see Note) Note: Available options may vary by SCU revision. Default: -65 dBm Note: Custom parameter...
Page 207 - Roam Period; BG Channel Set
Roam Period Roam Period The amount of time, after association or a roam scan with no roam, that the radio collects Received Signal Strength Indication(RSSI) scan data before a roaming decision is made. Options : 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60 secCustom (see Note above) Default: 10 sec...
Page 208 - DFS Channels; Aggressive Scan; CCX Features
DFS Channels DFS Channels Note: Not currently supported. Support for 5GHz 802.11a channels where support for DFS is required. Options: On, Off Default: Off Aggressive Scan When set to On and the current connection to an AP becomes weak, the radio scans for available APs more aggressively.Aggressive ...
Page 209 - Antenna Configuration TX Diversity
WMM WMM Use of Wi-Fi Multimedia extensions. Options: On, Off Default: Off Auth Server Specifies the type of authentication server. Options: Type 1 (ACS server)Type 2 (non-ACS server) Default: Type 1 TX Diversity How to handle antenna diversity when transmitting packets to AP. Options: Main only (Mai...
Page 210 - RX Diversity; Antenna Configuration; Frag Thresh
RX Diversity RX Diversity How to handle antenna diversity when receiving packets from AP. Options: Main Only (use main antenna only)Aux Only (use aux. antenna only)On-start on Main (On startup use main antenna)On-start on Aux (On startup use aux antenna) Default: On-start on Main (802.11b/g radio)Ma...
Page 211 - RTS Thresh; Tray Icon
RTS Thresh RTS Thresh If the packet size exceeds the specified number of bytes set in the Request to Send (RTS) threshold, an RTS is sent beforesending the packet. A low RTS threshold setting can be useful in areas where many client devices are associating with theAccess Point. Options: 0 to 2347 De...
Page 212 - Hide Password; Auth Timeout
Hide Password Hide Password If On, the Summit Client Utility masks passwords as they are typed and when they are viewed. Options: On, Off Default: On (see note below) Note: The default value depends on the SCU revision, some have the default as Off. Admin Password A string of up to 64 alphanumeric c...
Page 213 - Certs Path; Ping Payload; Ping Timeout ms
Certs Path Certs Path A valid directory path, of up to 64 characters, where Root CA certificates for EAP authentication (PEAP/MSCHAP,PEAP/GTC, EAP-TLS) and manual PACs for EAP-TLS are stored.The Windows certificate store can also be used to store Root CA certificates. User certificates (EAP-TLS) mus...
Page 214 - How to: Use Stored Credentials; How to: Use Sign On Screen
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 twochoices: l The Username and Password may be entered on the Credentials screen. If this method is selected, anyone using...
Page 216 - Windows Certificate Store vs. Certs Path; User Certificates; Root CA Certificates
Windows Certificate Store vs. Certs Path Windows Certificate Store vs. Certs Path User Certificates EAP-TLS authentication requires a user certificate. The user certificate must be stored in the Windows certificate store. l To generate the user certificate, see Generating a User Certificate . l To i...
Page 217 - Choose Certificate; Select; OK
Root CA Certificates Choose Certificate 6. Uncheck the Use full trusted store checkbox. 7. Select the desired certificate and click the Select button to return the selected certificate to the CA Cert textbox. 8. Click OK to exit the Credentials screen and then Commit to save the profile changes. E-E...
Page 219 - No Security; No Security Profile Configuration
No Security No Security To connect to a wireless network with no security, make sure the following profile options are used. l Enter the SSID of the Access Point assigned to this profile l Set EAP Type to None l Set Encryption to None l Set Auth Type to Open No Security Profile Configuration Once co...
Page 220 - WEP; WEP Profile Configuration
WEP WEP To connect using WEP, make sure the following profile options are used. l Enter the SSID of the Access Point assigned to this profile l Set EAP Type to None l Set Encryption to Manual WEP l Set Auth Type to Open WEP Profile Configuration Click the WEP keys/PSKs button. WEP Keys Valid keys ar...
Page 221 - LEAP; LEAP Profile Configuration
LEAP LEAP To use LEAP (without WPA), make sure the following profile options are used. l Enter the SSID of the Access Point assigned to this profile l Set EAP Type to LEAP l Set Encryption to Auto WEP l Set Auth Type as follows: l If the Cisco/CCX certified AP is configured for open authentication, ...
Page 223 - PEAP/MSCHAP Certificate Filename
PEAP/MSCHAP 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 . See Windows Certificate Store vs. Certs Path for more information on certificate storage. Once successfully authenticated, import the CA certifica...
Page 224 - PEAP/GTC Profile Configuration
PEAP/GTC PEAP/GTC To use PEAP/GTC, make sure the following profile options are used. l Enter the SSID of the Access Point assigned to this profile l Set EAP Type to PEAP-GTC l Set Encryption to WPA TKIP l Set Auth Type to Open PEAP/GTC Profile Configuration See Sign-On vs. Stored Credentials for inf...
Page 225 - PEAP/GTC Certificate Filename
PEAP/GTC See Windows Certificate Store vs. Certs Path for more information on certificate storage. Once successfully authenticated, import the CA certificate into the Windows certificate store. Return to the Credentialsscreen and check the Validate server checkbox. PEAP/GTC Certificate Filename If u...
Page 226 - WPA/LEAP Profile Configuration
WPA/LEAP WPA/LEAP To use WPA/LEAP, make sure the following profile options are used. l Enter the SSID of the Access Point assigned to this profile l Set EAP Type to LEAP l Set Encryption to WPA TKIP l Set Auth Type as follows: l If the Cisco/CCX certified AP is configured for open authentication, se...
Page 227 - EAP-FAST Profile Configuration
EAP-FAST Click OK then click Commit . Ensure the correct Active Profile is selected on the Main Tab and warmboot. The SCU Main tab shows the device is associated after the radio connects to the network. EAP-FAST To use EAP-FAST, make sure the following profile options are used. l Enter the SSID of t...
Page 229 - EAP-TLS Profile Configuration
EAP-TLS EAP-TLS To use EAP-TLS, make sure the following profile options are used. l Enter the SSID of the Access Point assigned to this profile l Set EAP Type to EAP-TLS l Set Encryption to WPA TKIP l Set Auth Type to Open EAP-TLS Profile Configuration See Sign-On vs. Stored Credentials for informat...
Page 231 - WPA PSK; WPA/PSK Profile Configuration
WPA PSK WPA PSK To connect using WPA/PSK, make sure the following profile options are used: l Enter the SSID of the Access Point assigned to this profile l Set EAP Type to None l Set Encryption to WPA PSK l Set Auth Type to Open WPA/PSK Profile Configuration Click the WEP keys/PSKs button. PSK Entry...
Page 232 - Generating a Root CA Certificate; Logon to Certificate Authority
Certificates Certificates Root Certificates are necessary for EAP-TLS, PEAP/GTC and PEAP/MSCHAP.See Generating a Root CA Certificate See Installing a Root CA Certificate User Certificates are necessary for EAP-TLSSee Generating a User Certificate See Installing a User Certificate Generating a Root C...
Page 233 - Certificate Services Welcome Screen; Download a CA certificate, certificate chain or CRL; DER; Download CA certificate
Generating a Root CA Certificate Certificate Services Welcome Screen Click the Download a CA certificate, certificate chain or CRL link. Make sure the correct root CA certificate is selected in the list box. Download CA Certificate Screen Click the DER button. To download the CA certificate, click o...
Page 234 - Download CA Certificate Screen; Save
Generating a Root CA Certificate Download CA Certificate Screen Click the Save button and save the certificate. Make sure to keep track of the name and location of the certificate. E-EQ-MX3XRG-W-ARC [ 222 ] MX3X Reference Guide
Page 235 - Installing a Root CA Certificate; From a File
Installing a Root CA Certificate Installing a Root CA Certificate Note: This section is only if the Windows certificate store is used. If the certificate store is not used, copy the certificateto the \System folder or other path specified in the Summit Certs global parameter. Copy the certificate fi...
Page 236 - Browsing to Certificate Location; Yes
Installing a Root CA Certificate Browsing to Certificate Location Using the explorer buttons, browse to the location where you copied the certificate, select the certificate desired and tap OK . Certificate Import Confirmation Tap Yes to import the certificate. Once the certificate is installed, ret...
Page 237 - Request a certificate
Generating a User Certificate Generating a User Certificate The easiest way to get the user certificate is to use a browser on a PC to navigate to the Certificate Authority. To request theuser certificate, open a browser tohttp://<CA IP address>/certsrv.Sign into the CA with the username and p...
Page 238 - Request a Certificate Screen; advanced certificate request; Create and submit a request to this CA
Generating a User Certificate Request a Certificate Screen Click on the advanced certificate request link. Advanced Certificate Request Screen Click on the Create and submit a request to this CA link. E-EQ-MX3XRG-W-ARC [ 226 ] MX3X Reference Guide
Page 239 - Advanced Certificate Details; Certificate Template; Mark keys as exportable; Export keys to file
Generating a User Certificate Advanced Certificate Details For the Certificate Template , select User . Check the Mark keys as exportable and the Export keys to file checkboxes. Type the full path on the local PC where the private key is to be copied. Also specify the private key filename. Be sure t...
Page 241 - Download Security Warning
Generating a User Certificate Download Security Warning Click Save to download and store the user certificate to the PC. Make sure to keep track of the name and location of the certificate. The private key file is also downloaded and saved during this process. Be sure use the same name for the certi...
Page 242 - Installing a User Certificate
Installing a User Certificate Installing a User Certificate Copy the certificate and private key files to the MX3X. Import the certificate by navigating to Start | Control Panel | Certificates . Select My Certificates from the pull down list. Certificates Tap the Import button. Import Certificate Ma...
Page 245 - To get this Key / Function
Keymaps KeyMap 101-Key Equivalencies l The following keymap is used on an MX3X that is NOT running an LXE Terminal Emulator. LXE terminal emulators usea separate keymap (later in this section). l When using a sequence of keys that includes the 2nd key, press the 2nd key first then the rest of the ke...
Page 250 - IBM 3270 Terminal Emulation; RFTerm Webhelp
IBM 3270 Terminal Emulation IBM 3270 Terminal Emulation The MX3X's IBM 3270 Terminal Emulator keypads are designed to allow the user to enter terminal emulator commands whenrunning LXE’s RFTerm program. When running RFTerm on the MX3X, please refer to RFTerm Webhelp for equivalent keys and keypress ...
Page 251 - IBM 5250 Terminal Emulation
IBM 5250 Terminal Emulation IBM 5250 Terminal Emulation The MX3X's IBM 5250 Terminal Emulator keypads are designed to allow the user to enter terminal emulator commands whenrunning LXE’s RFTerm program. When running RFTerm on the MX3X, please refer to RFTerm Webhelp for equivalent keys and keypress ...
Page 253 - Dimension; Environmental Specifications
External Connectors / Interface / USB Host / Client Ports / Power Connector External Connectors / Interface / USB Host / Client Ports / Power Connector IrDA Connector (COM 2) bidir-ectional half-duplex Supports 115k baud Endcap – Dual Serial, DA-9 orDB-9 Connector (COM 1 andCOM 3) 9 Pin “D” (male) C...
Page 254 - Network Card Specifications
Network Card Specifications Network Card Specifications Summit 802.11 b/g CF 2.4GHz Bus Interface 16-bit Compact Flash Type I with 50-pin connector Wireless Frequencies 2.4 to 2.4897 GHz RF Data Rates 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 ...
Page 255 - AppLock Error Messages
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, “Switchingto admin-hotkey press” is logged after the administrator has pressed the hotkey but prior to starting the switch process.For all...
Page 263 - Revision History; Revision / Date Location
Revision History Revision History Revision / Date Location Change T / Sep 2009 Entire Guide Formatted for browser delivery U / Oct 2009 1. Cover page and contents2. Features3. Enabler Installation and Con- figuration 1. Applied Marketing color scheme2. Deleted3. Changed LXE_MX3X_ENABLER.CAB to LXE_E...