Page 2 - Notices; Revision Notice; MX3 Reference Guide
Notices Notice: LXE Inc. reserves the right to make improvements or changes in the products described in this manual at any time without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this document to assure its accuracy, LXE assumes no liability resulting from any errors or o...
Page 3 - Table of Contents
E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Table of Contents C HAPTER 1 I NTRODUCTION 1 Overview .................................................................................................................... 1 Getting Help.................................................................................
Page 7 - HAPTER
Table of Contents v E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Power Key...................................................................................................................................... 90 Troubleshooting ...................................................................................
Page 8 - RF; ETWORK
vi Table of Contents MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC RS-232 Endcap Connector .................................................................................................114 RS-232 Endcap COM Port Loopback Configuration .................................................................. 114 ...
Page 12 - NDEX
x Table of Contents MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC CHKDSK.EXE .....................................................................................................................190 COMMAND.COM ......................................................................................................
Page 13 - Illustrations
Table of Contents xi E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Illustrations Figure 1-1 Front of MX3 ..................................................................................................................................... 2 Figure 1-2 Back of MX3 ................................................
Page 15 - Chapter 1 Introduction; Overview; The 900MHz radio is obsolete.; Getting Help; available for download from the ServicePass website only.
E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The MX3 is a rugged, portable, mobile PC-compatible computer capable of wireless data communications. The MX3 can transmit information using either a 900 MHz or 2.4 GHz radio (with an internally mounted antenna). It can store infor...
Page 16 - Components; Figure 1-1 Front of MX3
2 Components MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Components 1. Endcap 2. Display 3. Field Exit or Scan or Enter 4. Beeper 5. On/Off Button 6. 2 nd LED 7. Alt LED 8. Ctrl LED 9. Shift LED 10. Caps LED 11. Scanner LED 12. Backup Battery LED 13. Status LED 14. Main Battery LED 15. Charger LED 16. Scan...
Page 17 - When to Use This Guide
When to Use This Guide 3 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide When to Use This Guide As the reference for LXE’s MX3 computer, this guide provides detailed information on its features and functionality. Use this reference guide as you would any other source book -- reading portions to learn about the...
Page 18 - Document Conventions; Convention Meaning; Caution
4 When to Use This Guide MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Document Conventions This reference guide uses the following document conventions: Convention Meaning ALL CAPS All caps are used to represent disk directories, file names, and application names. Menu|Choice Rather than use the phrase “cho...
Page 19 - Getting Started; Insert fully charged battery.
Getting Started 5 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Getting Started Note: When your MX3 is pre-configured, the radio, PCMCIA card and endcaps are assembled by LXE to your specifications. You may only need to install a storage/charging cradle or handstrap. This section’s instructions are based on ...
Page 20 - Insert Main Battery; Clips; Figure 1-3 Main Battery; About Lithium-Ion Batteries
6 Getting Started MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Insert Main Battery Note: New batteries must be charged prior to first use. This process takes approximately four hours in an LXE Multi-Charger or Multi-Charger Plus. 1. Front Side 2. Contacts, Main Battery 3. Contacts, Cradle Output 4. Retainin...
Page 22 - Remove the MX3 from the docking station.
8 Getting Started MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Attach Handstrap (Optional) An elastic handstrap is available for the MX3. Once installed, the handstrap provides a means for the user to secure the computer to their hand. It is adjustable to fit practically any size hand and does not interfere...
Page 23 - Jack; Figure 1-7 DC Power Supply; US AC/DC 12V power supply
Getting Started 9 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Connect DC Power (Optional) Note: When an external power supply is used to power these products, the external power supply should be UL Listed, with LPS or Class 2 outputs rated 12V, minimum 1Amp. 1. AC Input Cable 2. To MX3 Power Jack Figure 1-...
Page 24 - Power On and Off; Turn On the MX3; Figure 1-8 Location of the Power Button; Turn Off the MX3; Tapping the Power button will place the MX3 in Suspend mode.; Troubleshooting
10 Getting Started MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Power On and Off Turn On the MX3 Press and hold the Power button until the display turns on. The power button is located above the ESC key on the keypad. Figure 1-8 Location of the Power Button When the MX3 is powered on, the display will begin...
Page 25 - Endcaps; before; Your configuration may be different than those shown below.; COM Port Switching; Aperture; Figure 1-9 Standard Range Scanner / Serial Port Endcap
Getting Started 11 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Endcaps Refer to the “MX3 User’s Guide” for the section titled “Scanner Warnings and Labels” for important laser safety information before using the scanner. The Scanner/Serial Port and the Dual Serial Port are designated COM 1. The COM2 port i...
Page 26 - Dual Serial Port; Dual Serial Ports; Figure 1-10 Dual Serial Port; Endcaps are installed and configured by LXE.
12 Getting Started MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Dual Serial Port 1. DC Power Jack 2. Dual Serial Ports (COM 1 and COM 2) Figure 1-10 Dual Serial Port The MX3 can be equipped with endcaps to perform different tasks. All MX3s are equipped with a beeper that is not connected to endcap functioni...
Page 27 - PCMCIA Cards; Do not remove the radio card when installing a PC card.; Figure 1-11 PC Card Location
Getting Started 13 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide PCMCIA Cards When removing or installing PCMCIA cards, protect the MX3 internal components from electrostatic discharge. Use and operation of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA) device (e.g. PC card) is dependen...
Page 28 - Grasp the top of the PC Card and pull it straight upward to remove.
14 Getting Started MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Removal Grasp the top of the PC Card and pull it straight upward to remove. Use caution not to pull or snag the antenna connector on the Radio card, if installed. If you anticipate keeping the PC card out of the MX3 for a long period of time pl...
Page 29 - PCMCIA Radio Card; Slot 1 accepts the following PCMCIA radio cards:; Preparation; antenna cables. Connect all antenna cables to the PCMCIA radio.; Removal
Getting Started 15 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide PCMCIA Radio Card When removing or installing the radio, protect the MX3 internal components and the radio from electrostatic discharge. Slot 1 accepts the following PCMCIA radio cards: • LXE 6500 System 2.4GHz radio • LXE 6200 System 900 MHz r...
Page 30 - Configure the Software; IP Address; How To Edit DOS Files on Your Computer Using NED.EXE; How To Use F5 During Bootup
16 Configure the Software MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Configure the Software Please have the following information available before setting up your computer for the first time: • IP Address • Network SSID number of the Access Point In Brief . . . 1. Insert a fully charged battery into a han...
Page 31 - How To Edit the SOCKET.CFG File
Configure the Software 17 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide 2. At the C:\PCTCP prompt, type NED NET.CFG. Then press Enter. 3. You should be at the top of the file. Use the PgDn (or down arrow) key to move down the screen. You may not see the cursor at first. 4. Move the cursor to the line of code...
Page 32 - Data Entry
18 Data Entry MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Data Entry Note: The MX3 will not run Microsoft® Windows® products i.e. Windows 3.X, Windows For Workgroups, Windows 95/98, Windows NT, etcetera. The MX3 computer accepts data entry from the keyboard, barcode scanner and the RS-232 input port when a...
Page 33 - Terminal Emulation; ANSI Plus with 2.4 GHz radio
Terminal Emulation 19 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Terminal Emulation All terminal emulation radio controlled data flows and exchanges are over the radio to the 62XX, 64XX or 65XX units, then to the computer network and then to a host computer. The LXE Network Management System (for 900MHz s...
Page 34 - DOS Terminal Emulation User Defined Stored Forms; 20 bytes required for each form; MX3 Font/Screen Sizes
20 Terminal Emulation MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC DOS Terminal Emulation User Defined Stored Forms DOS terminal emulations have the following space requirements for user defined stored forms: ANSI 2K required for each form LDS 520 bytes required for each form 3270 1K required for each form ...
Page 35 - Manuals and Accessories; The following manuals are available on the LXE Manuals CD:; Networking; Accessories
Manuals and Accessories 21 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Manuals and Accessories Manuals The following manuals are available on the LXE Manuals CD: The following manuals used for the MX3 are available from LXE: User Guides (for the daily user) • MX3 User's Guide – English (ROM-DOS) • MX3 User...
Page 36 - Power Adapter Required.
22 Manuals and Accessories MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Scanner, LS3203, Ext Rng, 20’ Cbl, US 8011LS3203ERC20DUS Scanner, 5312IP, 7’ Cbl, WW 8101IP5312XXC07DWW Scanner, 530052IP, 7’ Cbl, WW 8104IP530052C07DWW Scanner, 530072IP, 7’ Cbl, WW 8105IP530072C07DWW Scanner, 530092IP, 7’ Cbl, WW 8110...
Page 37 - Chapter 2 Physical Description and Layout; Hardware Configuration; The MX3 hardware configuration is shown in the following figure.; Figure 2-1 System Hardware; Central Processing Unit; The LXE MX3 CPU is an Intel
E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Chapter 2 Physical Description and Layout Hardware Configuration System Hardware The MX3 hardware configuration is shown in the following figure. Figure 2-1 System Hardware Central Processing Unit The LXE MX3 CPU is an Intel ® 486 running at 25 MHz.
Page 38 - AT Compatible Core Logic; The display controller supports VGA text and graphics modes.
24 Hardware Configuration MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC AT Compatible Core Logic The LXE MX3 utilizes AT-compatible core logic. The MX3 supports the following I/O components of the core logic: • Two PCMCIA slots (Slot 1 supports Type I, II or III PCMCIA cards, Slot 0 supports Type I or II PCM...
Page 39 - Power Supply; The LXE MX3 uses two batteries for operation.
Hardware Configuration 25 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Power Supply The LXE MX3 uses two batteries for operation. • A replaceable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack. The battery pack recharges while in the MX3 with the MX3 in a powered cradle or with the optional external power sources attach...
Page 40 - Memory Map; Map Physical Address Range
26 Hardware Configuration MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Memory Map Map Physical Address Range Size (kB) Function 000 00000 - 000 9FFFF 640 DRAM 000 A0000 - 000 AFFFF 64 VGA Video RAM -- SMI Space, SMIACT# is Active 000 B0000 - 000 BFFFF 64 VGA Video RAM -- SMI Space, SMIACT# is Active 000 C00...
Page 41 - COM Ports; The MX3 has two serial ports available in three configurations.
Hardware Configuration 27 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide COM Ports The MX3 has two serial ports available in three configurations. In the first configuration, both COM1 and COM2 are connected to individual D-9 connectors on the endcap. In addition, COM2 is software switchable between the D-9 s...
Page 42 - PCMCIA Slots; PC Cards; Middle Slot as slot 1; Radio Cards
28 Hardware Configuration MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC PCMCIA Slots The MX3 features two internal PCMCIA slots that conform electrically to PCMCIA 2.1 specifications. The PC slots are accessible by the use of a Phillips screwdriver to first remove the endcap. Slot 1 is in the middle and Slot...
Page 43 - Physical Controls; How To; Turn the MX3 off
Physical Controls 29 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Physical Controls On/Off Switch The power (on/off) switch is a push button located at the upper left portion of the keypad. When the system is turned off, the current contents of RAM are lost. Save any needed data and exit in an orderly fashi...
Page 44 - Power Status and the Status LED; Figure 2-3 Power Status and the Status LED; OR
30 Physical Controls MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Power Status and the Status LED Figure 2-3 Power Status and the Status LED The Status LED is located above the 7 key on the keypad. The LED changes color and state depending on power status. Status LED Condition Off MX3 is Off. OR The MX3 is ...
Page 45 - Suspend State; If the 2; Critical Suspend State
Physical Controls 31 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Power Management and the Keypad Status LED is Steady Green. When the MX3 is in the Display Off state, any keypress returns the computer to the On state and the display activates. The key pressed (key value) is not sent to the Operating System...
Page 46 - Display; Figure 2-4 MX3 Display
32 Display MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Display Figure 2-4 MX3 Display The MX3 display is a transflective monochrome VGA LCD unit capable of supporting gray scales. The display window is 640 pixels (horizontal) x 240 pixels (vertical). VGA graphics are supported with this display. Four font ...
Page 47 - Display and Display Backlight Timer; Any of the following will wake the display and display backlight:; Panning; The
Display 33 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Display and Display Backlight Timer When the Display Timer expires the display is turned off. The default value for this parameter is 15 seconds. When the Display Backlight Timer expires the display backlight is turned off. The default value for this p...
Page 48 - Optional Touchscreen; Touchscreen operation is not affected by Display Backlighting.; Cleaning the Display; Display Repair
34 Display MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Optional Touchscreen An optional Touchscreen is available. Touchscreen provides a means of inputting information into the MX3 by touching the screen using either the user’s finger or by using the LXE approved stylus (the Passive Pen – see Chapter 1, “I...
Page 49 - Scan Buttons; Red; Speaker; Figure 2-6 Speaker Location
Scan Buttons 35 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Scan Buttons Figure 2-5 Scan/Enter/FLD EXIT Buttons There are two buttons, one on each side of the display. The buttons are programmable. Depending on the type of unit purchased (e.g. IBM specific or batch), the buttons will function as an interna...
Page 50 - Keypads; after; QWERTY Keys; Figure 2-7 The QWERTY Keypad; ABCD Keys; Figure 2-8 The ABCD Keypad
36 Keypads MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Keypads There are two keypads and three overlays available for the MX3. All keypads are phosphorescent. A phosphorescent keypad does not use a keypad backlight but glows in dim/dark areas after exposure to a light source . All keypads are installed and...
Page 51 - The Overlays
Keypads 37 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide The Overlays There are four keypad overlays. One for the ABCD keypad and three for the QWERTY keypad. Figure 2-9 ABCD Keypad - ANSI/LDS/PC Overlay Figure 2-10 QWERTY Keypad - ANSI/LDS/PC Overlay Figure 2-11 TN3270/3270 Overlay for QWERTY Keypad Figure ...
Page 52 - Programmable Buttons; Possible Button Configurations; Endcap Right; Scan Key Function
38 Keypads MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Programmable Buttons Figure 2-13 Programmable Buttons (Field Exit / Scan / Enter) The buttons to the left and right of the display can be programmed by the System Administrator to perform the following functions: Scan Pressing this key activates the la...
Page 53 - Enter Key Function
Keypads 39 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Enter Key Function The Enter key is used to confirm a forms entry or to transmit information. How it is used is determined by the application running on the computer. Field Exit Key Function (IBM 5250/TN5250 Only) The Field Exit key is used to exit an ...
Page 54 - Spc Key Function; Caps Key and CapsLock Mode; CapsLock key sequence is 2; Keypress Sequences; See Appendix A, “Key Maps” for key maps for all keypads.; Reset Key Sequence; Reset Key Sequence is; DOS Key Functions Not Available on the MX3; Prnt Scrn
40 Keypads MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Spc Key Function The Spc key adds a space to the line of data on the display. This function is similar to a regular keyboard’s Spacebar. Note that the Spc key only stays active for one keystroke. Mode Key Functions Caps Key and CapsLock Mode This funct...
Page 55 - Function LEDs; Figure 2-14 Function LEDs; LED; functions of the keypad. When illuminated, the next keypress is a 2; ALT
Keypads 41 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Function LEDs Figure 2-14 Function LEDs Across the top of the keypad are LEDs that provide visual cues to current computer operation. When the LED is not illuminated, the function is inactive. Figure 2-15 2 nd , ALT, CTRL, SHFT, CAPS LED When illuminat...
Page 56 - Barcode scanner function, affected by the internal scanner.; BATT B
42 Keypads MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Figure 2-16 SCNR, BATT B LED When illuminated ... SCNR Barcode scanner function, affected by the internal scanner. • Red, scanning. • Green, good scan. • Unlit, scanner is inactive. BATT B Backup Battery. When illuminated, the backup battery is chargin...
Page 57 - When the MX3 is docked in a cradle, the Status LED
Infrared (IR) Port 43 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Infrared (IR) Port Figure 2-18 Infrared Port - COM2 Port At the back of the MX3 Computer there is an Infrared (IR) Data Port. The IR Port is designed to provide a data link between the MX3 and a similarly equipped piece of equipment such as ...
Page 58 - Figure 2-19 Standard Range Scanner / Serial Port Endcap
44 Endcaps MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Endcaps Note: Your configuration may be different than those shown below. COM Port Switching The default COM 2 port is always the IR port on the back of the MX3, regardless of the endcap installed on the MX3. On the Standard Range Scanner / Serial Port...
Page 59 - DC Power Connector; Figure 2-20 Dual Serial Port
Endcaps 45 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Dual Serial Port 1. DC Power Connector 2. Dual Serial Port (COM 1 and COM 2) Figure 2-20 Dual Serial Port RS-232 connection is made through an RS-232 Serial Port if installed. The connector is an industry-standard RS-232. The connector includes a PC/AT...
Page 60 - Storage Cradles; Figure 2-23 Desktop Cradle
46 Storage Cradles MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Storage Cradles There are two types of cradles for LXE’s MX3 mobile computer: a desk top cradle for tabletop charging / communication applications and a vehicle mount cradle for vehicle mounted charging / communication applications. See the “MX...
Page 61 - Chapter 3 Power Supply; Introduction; Figure 3-1 Main Battery Pack; Main Battery Pack
E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Chapter 3 Power Supply Introduction The MX3 computer is designed to work with a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack from LXE. The LXE MX3 receives continuous power from two batteries. There is a Lithium-Ion Main Battery Pack that can be recharged separately by an L...
Page 62 - Battery Charger; Figure 3-3 Insert Main Battery in Charger; Low Battery Warning
48 Main Battery Pack MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Battery Charger Figure 3-2 LXE Multi-Charger The MX3 Main Battery Pack can be charged in the LXE Multi-Charger or Multi-Charger Plus. Figure 3-3 Insert Main Battery in Charger Lower the battery pack straight into the battery charger pocket an...
Page 64 - Backup Battery; The backup battery is replaced by LXE.; Maintenance
50 Backup Battery MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Backup Battery The MX3 has a backup battery that is designed to provide limited-duration electrical power in the event of Main Battery Pack failure. The Backup Battery is a 50 mAh Nickel Cadmium (NiCd) battery that is factory installed in the un...
Page 65 - Battery Hot-Swapping; may result in the corruption of the flash drive.; Handling Batteries Safely; Never dispose of a battery in a fire. This may cause an explosion.; Battery Maintenance Publication
Battery Hot-Swapping 51 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Battery Hot-Swapping ATTENTION Powering off the MX3 before a write (to disk) function has completed, may result in the corruption of the flash drive. When the main battery power level is low, the MX3 will signal the user with a continuous,...
Page 67 - Chapter 4 System Configuration; ATTENTION
E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Chapter 4 System Configuration Introduction There are many different aspects to the setup and configuration of the MX3. Many of the setup and configuration settings are dependent upon the optional features, such as hardware and software, installed on the unit. Th...
Page 68 - Software Loaded on Drive C; The software supported by the MX3 is summarized below:
54 Installed Software MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Software Loaded on Drive C The software loaded on the MX3 computer consists of BIOS, Card and Socket Services, PCMCIA card drivers, utilities, DOS 6.22, a protocol stack for 2.4 GHz radio support, radio drivers, and/or a LXE terminal emulato...
Page 69 - LXE IrDA Lite Plus; Signature Capture; C Root Directory; Filename Function; Identifies the computer type for SNMP agent.
Installed Software 55 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide IR Port Driver The IrDA Lite Plus file must be loaded on each MX3 and/or PC used in the file transfer. You will also need DOS 6.22 files PRINT.EXE and the COPY or XCOPY.EXE command files. • LXE IrDA Lite Plus Signature Capture Signature capt...
Page 71 - CISDUMP
Installed Software 57 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide \IRDA Files Filename Function IRPLUS.EXE IrDA Lite Plus application. Data can be sent in both directions but not at the same time. \PCMCIA Files See “PCMCIA Card Management and LXE DOS Computers”, for complete instructions or troubleshooting...
Page 73 - Terminal Emulation Directories
Installed Software 59 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Terminal Emulation Directories Please refer to the specific Terminal Emulation’s reference guide for complete instructions. Batch MX3’s do not have terminal emulation (TE) files and may or may not have a radio card. When a need exists to con...
Page 74 - Dual Terminal Emulation; Single Terminal Emulator Present; Menu Customization; . Details on modifying the TESELECT.BAT file
60 Installed Software MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Dual Terminal Emulation Dual TE’s (if ordered) may be resident when the unit is used in conjunction with the LXE 6224 Session Manager, subject to the following conditions: • Multiple Terminal Emulators on the same client device must use the ...
Page 75 - Radio-Specific Subdirectory; Filename Description; Unavailable as of Nov 2003.; Lucent Specific
Installed Software 61 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Radio-Specific Subdirectory \PCTCP (2.4GHz Radio Specific Files) The PCTCP files are included with MX3’s that have a 2.4 GHz radio installed. Filename Description IPSTAT.EXE Gives statistics on IP and memory. LSL.COM Link Support Layer drive...
Page 76 - LXE 900Mhz Radio Files; Spread spectrum radio driver.
62 Installed Software MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC LXE 900Mhz Radio Files The LXE 900MHz radio files are installed in the Terminal Emulation subdirectories. Filename Description LXE900SS.EXE Spread spectrum radio driver. LXE900SS.HEX Modem control codes. PCRFLIB.EXE Interface between the rad...
Page 77 - Configuration and Sample Files
Configuration and Sample Files 63 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Configuration and Sample Files When the MX3 is turned on, the operating system looks for several files in order to start up your system. Two of these files are hidden system files that cannot be seen when you perform a DOS direct...
Page 78 - Sample AUTOEXEC.BAT File; Command Explanation; Place temporary files/data here
64 Configuration and Sample Files MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Sample AUTOEXEC.BAT File For 900MHz Radio Command Explanation @ECHO OFF Do not display batch command text during AUTOEXEC.BAT file run SET TEMP=C:\TEMP Place temporary files/data here PATH=c:\dos;c:\pcmcia;c:\utils\c:\; */ When t...
Page 80 - Sample CONFIG.SYS File
66 Configuration and Sample Files MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Sample CONFIG.SYS File Note: Do not use these examples for your operation, as each computer configuration is different. Please refer to commercially available ROM-DOS User’s Guides for complete instructions or troubleshooting whe...
Page 81 - Sample NET.CFG Files; Lucent Radio NET.CFG File
Configuration and Sample Files 67 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Sample NET.CFG Files Note: Hex values are indicated with a leading 0x. NET.CFG values do not use the 0x. Note: If the device is configured to use Avalanche for network settings, manual changes made to NET.CFG and SOCKET.CFG may b...
Page 82 - Proxim Radio NET.CFG File
68 Configuration and Sample Files MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Proxim Radio NET.CFG File See Chapter 6, “RF Network Configuration”, for explanations of NET.CFG parameters. Link Support BUFFERS 2 1550 Protocol ODIPKT BIND RL2PCM ;IP address is maintained in the socket.cfg file Link Driver RL2...
Page 83 - Cisco Radio NET.CFG File
Configuration and Sample Files 69 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Cisco Radio NET.CFG File See Chapter 6, “RF Network Configuration”, for explanations of NET.CFG parameters. ;Configuration settings for LSL.COM (Link Support Layer) ; Buffers 4 1550 : required to avoid "Network jammed" me...
Page 85 - The Symbol FHSS 2Mb radio is obsolete 2005.
Configuration and Sample Files 71 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Symbol FHSS 2Mb Radio NET.CFG File Note: The Symbol FHSS 2Mb radio is obsolete 2005. See Chapter 6, “RF Network Configuration”, for explanations of NET.CFG parameters. IMPORTANT NOTE: commented lines must have a ; in column 1. ; ...
Page 88 - Sample SOCKET.CFG File
74 Configuration and Sample Files MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Sample SOCKET.CFG File See Chapter 6, “RF Network Configuration”, for explanations of SOCKET.CFG parameters. Note: The values for some parameters are dependent on the type of radio card installed. Please refer to Chapter 6, “RF N...
Page 90 - Avalanche
76 Avalanche MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Avalanche Note: Wavelink Avalanche is not designed to run on a device with a 900MHz or Narrowband radio. Avalanche may or may not be installed on your mobile device. Refer to this section for important information relating to Avalanche running on an ...
Page 91 - Directory Structure
Avalanche 77 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Directory Structure The information in this section supplements the information presented earlier in this chapter in section titled “Installed Software”. Software loaded on drive C: \AGENT Location of SNMP agent * \APPS Location of files to track sof...
Page 92 - BIOS Setup; Press F2 to Enter Setup; Using the Keypad; Action Keypress; Refer to Appendix A, “Key Maps”, for other key press sequences.
78 BIOS Setup MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC BIOS Setup Be very careful when using this utility to modify BIOS Setup parameters. The MX3 may generate unexpected results when incorrect or conflicting parameter values are entered. The parameters should only be modified by Information Services pe...
Page 93 - BIOS Setup Default Values by Option; Menu Option
BIOS Setup 79 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide BIOS Setup Default Values by Option Menu Option Menu / Section Default Value Boot Main A: then C: Caps Advanced / Keyboard Off COM1 Pin 9 Advanced / Other RI COM2 Pin9 Advanced / Other RI CPU Advanced / Power Mgt Aggressive CtlAltDel Advanced / Keyb...
Page 94 - Main Menu Options; Main Menu Parameters; Parameter Changes; hh
80 BIOS Setup MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Main Menu Options To edit parameters, use the up and down arrow key to move from parameter to parameter. Use the space key or an alpha-numeric key to modify a parameter value. Press F1 to activate the help screen then use the panning function to mov...
Page 95 - Date; Specifies the current system date.; Boot; Off
BIOS Setup 81 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Date Specifies the current system date. This parameter is shown in the following format: month/day/year Each of these fields is selected and modified separately. When the parameter is highlighted, type the desired numeric entry and then press the &l...
Page 96 - Post Msg; Floppy type does not match setup only for debug capabilities; Bootup Continues after These Messages; Previous POST execution was incomplete
82 BIOS Setup MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Post Msg Set this parameter to On to stop the boot process if the Power On Self Test (POST) procedure encounters errors. Otherwise, the system continues to attempt to boot despite many startup error messages that display. See Chapter 7, “Troubleshoo...
Page 97 - Summary
BIOS Setup 83 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Summary This option is used to enable or disable a summary of the system configuration which displays before the operating system starts to load. To speed up booting, this parameter can be set to Off. Values: On, Off Default: Off
Page 98 - Advanced Menu Options; To; Parameter List; Menu Section
84 BIOS Setup MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Advanced Menu Options The Advanced Menu contains several sections – Power Management, Keyboard and Other. To view all sections, press the down arrow key instead of using the Pan Down command. See the section titled “Panning Function” earlier in this...
Page 99 - Power Management; CPU and Suspend Timers and RF Communication; Left Scan; Enter
BIOS Setup 85 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Power Management When changes have been made, press an arrow key to go to another parameter or menu or press ESC to go to the Exit Menu. Power Mgt This parameter must be set to On before timer options can be activated. When Power Management is Off, ...
Page 100 - CPU; Aggressive; Custom Setting
86 BIOS Setup MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Right Scan Use this parameter to reprogram the button to the right of the display. The factory setting for the right button is Scan. Once reprogrammed and the BIOS change saved, the button will keep the setting over cold boots. Values: Scan, Num Ent...
Page 101 - Disp BL; Pwr Mgt Modes - Disp BL; seconds; seconds; A value of 0 means Full On.
BIOS Setup 87 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Disp BL The DispBL parameter is used to set which of three modes the Display Backlight will be in. Off - the most battery-efficient way to operate the display. On - provides full time backlighting whenever the unit is on. Timed - provides backlighti...
Page 102 - Suspend; Disabling the Suspend timer does not disable the Off Timer.; Min
88 BIOS Setup MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Suspend This parameter establishes how long the MX3 senses inactivity on the system before entering Suspend Mode. This option is used to conserve battery life. Pressing the Power key once also places the MX3 in Suspend Mode. Once in the Suspend stat...
Page 103 - Off Timer; minutes
BIOS Setup 89 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Off Timer Note: When the Off Timer parameter is set to 0, the MX3 will skip Critical Suspend mode and turn off immediately. It will not use backup battery power. The currently unsaved information is lost. Off Timer designates, in minutes, how long t...
Page 104 - Docked PM; Power Key
90 BIOS Setup MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Docked PM Use the Docked PM parameter to set the power management preferences for the MX3 when it is in a powered cradle. Selecting Lights Off will turn off the display and keypad backlights. Selecting Unchanged maintains the current power managemen...
Page 105 - Whether NumLock at Boot is Off or On, no LED is illuminated on the MX3.; When this parameter is
BIOS Setup 91 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Troubleshooting The MX3 will not turn off -- force the MX3 to power off by holding the Power key down for 15 seconds -- the MX3 will power off. Locate and correct the problem before powering the MX3 back on – e.g. IRQ conflict, very low battery powe...
Page 106 - Other; The Font parameter selects the screen display font size.
92 BIOS Setup MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Other When changes have been made, press an arrow key to go to another parameter or menu or press ESC to go to the Exit Menu. Font The Font parameter selects the screen display font size. Note: This font size choice may be overridden by an applicati...
Page 107 - Exit Menu Options; Use the left and right arrow keys to move from menu to menu.; Save and Exit; Load Previous; Save this change by selecting “Save and Exit”.; Save Changes; Reboot by selecting either “Exit w/o Save” or “Save and Exit”.
BIOS Setup 93 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Exit Menu Options To edit parameters, use the up and down arrow key to move from parameter to parameter. Press F1 to activate the help screen then use the panning function to move around the help screen. Press ESC to close the help screen. Use the l...
Page 108 - API Calls; LXE DOS API Programming Guide; Sample Code for API Calls; xba
94 API Calls MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC API Calls See Also: LXE DOS API Programming Guide The LXE DOS Computer Application Programmer’s Interface (API) is designed to enable application programmers to access the functionality of the computer hardware without requiring them to understand th...
Page 109 - Chapter 5 Utilities; may result in corruption of the flash drive.; Use the utility programs to verify, test and program the MX3:
E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Chapter 5 Utilities Introduction Note: Make sure there is a fully charged battery in the MX3 before beginning a process described in this chapter. When using an MX3 in a powered cradle or with an external power source connected through the MX3 power jack, make su...
Page 110 - All utilities are included in non-TE configurations.
96 Introduction MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC DOS Ex t ensions The following utilities are included with terminal emulation configurations. BBDIS81.EXE BBTST81.EXE BCWEDGE.EXE COMSTS81.EXE PARAM81.EXE SCU.EXE SETAPI_4.EXE All utilities are included in non-TE configurations.
Page 111 - IrDA Lite Plus; IR Communication Reliability
IrDA Lite Plus 97 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide IrDA Lite Plus Note: IrDA Lite Plus is not compatible with LXE's terminal emulation programs. IrDA Lite Plus (IRPLUS.EXE) is a DOS device driver that complies with the standard produced by InfraRed Data Associates for infrared communications. Th...
Page 112 - IrDA Lite Plus and MX3; For example, the MX3’s flash; Quick Start; Upgrade or transfer files to MX3 Flash by sending files to Drive C.
98 IrDA Lite Plus MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC IrDA Lite Plus and MX3 This configuration supports all features of the IrDA Lite Plus device driver. The driver provides conversion from serial and printer I/O to infrared transmission packets. Applications using extended BIOS interfaces to the ...
Page 113 - IrDA Lite Plus sends frames at approximately 160 mSec.; File Transfer Using IR Ports; receive
IrDA Lite Plus 99 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide 5. During the MX3 bootup process, access the BIOS Setup. (For instruction please see Chapter 4, “System Configuration”.) Verify that PM Enable is Enabled. Verify the CPU parameter is set to Aggressive (Aggressive waits one second before slowing ...
Page 114 - File Transfer Using RS-232 Ports; Send MX3 File to a Printer; Load the DOS file PRINT.EXE into the DOS subdirectory of the MX3.
100 IrDA Lite Plus MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC File Transfer Using RS-232 Ports Note: The MX3 and the external computer must be running the same communication software. The MX3’s RS-232 endcap is COM1 or COM2. The RS-232 port on a PC may be COM1 or COM2. 1. If necessary, disable (REM out) t...
Page 115 - IrDA Lite Plus and MX3 and Powered Cradles; No software is required or present in the powered cradle.; Both units must be running the same communication software.
IrDA Lite Plus 101 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide IrDA Lite Plus and MX3 and Powered Cradles The powered cradle (both Desk Top and Vehicle Mount) is an MX3 mobile computer accessory which provides physical storage, power, and infrared to wired communication for the MX3. The MX3 is fully operat...
Page 116 - Print Through Cradle; Seat the MX3 firmly into the cradle. Make sure the cradle has power.
102 IrDA Lite Plus MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Print Through Cradle Make sure peripherals and accessories are powered on: cradle, printer, PC, etc. Connect required cables: RS-232 null modem for PC or non-IrDA printer, commercially available serial to infrared adapter for PC. Perform the st...
Page 117 - IRSEND and IRECV Files; When using these files, the receiving
IrDA Lite Plus 103 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide IRSEND and IRECV Files Compile IRSEND.C and IRECV.C files using Borland C/C++ Version 4.5 compiler. The “include” files listed are standard Borland C/C++ Version 4.5 library files. Note: When using these files, the receiving MX3 or PC must have...
Page 119 - error
IrDA Lite Plus 105 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide count = read(fh, buf, sizeof(buf)); if (! count) { fprintf(stderr, "\nsend complete\n"); break; } if (count == -1) { fprintf(stderr, "\nreading %s error\n", argv[1]); break; } /* send data */ for (c = buf, i = 0; i < count; i...
Page 121 - fffeH
IrDA Lite Plus 107 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide if (comPort < 0) { fprintf(stderr, "IrPlus is not installed.\n"); return; } if (argc <= 1) { fprintf(stderr, "enter a filename.\n"); return; } #if 0 /* comPort 0 for COMM1 */ if (((status = _bios_serialcom(_COM_STATUS, com...
Page 122 - if
108 IrDA Lite Plus MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC if (_dos_write(fh, buf, i, &writen) != 0) fprintf(stderr, "\nwrite file error3\n"); else { if (i != writen) fprintf(stderr, "\nwrite file error4\n"); } } break; } *c++ = (unsigned char)status; if (++i >= sizeof(buf)) { pu...
Page 123 - LXE BCWEDGE; baud; Parameter Explanation; Displays BCWEDGE command line options.
LXE BCWEDGE 109 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide LXE BCWEDGE This DOS based utility, BCWEDGE.EXE, is installed by LXE. This Terminate and Stay Resident (TSR) program is used to redirect input from COM1 or COM2 to the BIOS key ring buffer. This DOS based utility enables the use of a barcode scann...
Page 124 - unitname
110 LXE BCWEDGE MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Parameter Explanation s=dps data / parity /stop Data Default: 8 Options: 5, 6, 7, 8 Parity Default: N Options: N, O, E, M, S (None, Odd, Even, Mark, Space) Stop Default: 1 Options: 1, 2 unitname Optional. Enables the scanner for the specifically d...
Page 125 - LXE Diagnostics
LXE Diagnostics 111 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide LXE Diagnostics Note: Make sure there is a fully charged battery in the MX3 before beginning a diagnostic process. When using an external power supply, make sure there is an uninterrupted power source for the MX3. When using the MX3 in a power...
Page 127 - This command is run at the DOS prompt. There are no parameters.; Volume Control Keys; beeper volume by pressing the:; Press to accept the change and exit the Volume change mode.
LXE Diagnostics 113 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Backup Battery Test Utility (BBTST81.EXE) This command is run at the DOS prompt. There are no parameters. Run this command file to view the current status of the backup battery and the voltage. If the backup battery needs to be replaced, the u...
Page 128 - RS-232 Endcap Connector; Pin Signal Description
114 LXE Diagnostics MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Communication Port Utility (COMTST81.EXE) This command is run at the DOS prompt. There are no parameters. The program requires LXE cable part number 155746-0001 . This command file is used to test the TX, RX and handshaking lines of the unit’s...
Page 131 - This command is run at the DOS prompt.
LXE Diagnostics 117 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Scanner Configuration Utility (SCU.EXE) This utility allows programming multiple scanners with the same data. It copies barcode setup parameters from one barcode scanner and places them in a file. The file can then be sent to another barcode s...
Page 132 - where
118 LXE Diagnostics MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Set An API Function (SETAPI_4.EXE) This command is run at the DOS prompt. Run this command at the DOS prompt to set a mode or change a parameter. All arguments are in HEX format. Put an X in the place of arguments that are not used. Format for...
Page 136 - The NED ASCII Text Editor; To start the editor, enter
122 The NED ASCII Text Editor MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC The NED ASCII Text Editor NED uses the standard Microsoft Windows interface for cut, copy, and paste operations. Del and Shift+Del both move the selected block to the clipboard. There is no true undo command, but Ctrl+V or Shift+Ins ...
Page 137 - If you record and play a recursive macro, it plays continuously.; NED Default Hot Keys; Key Function
The NED ASCII Text Editor 123 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide • The macro commands (Record Macro/Play Macro) allow you to define a sequence of keystrokes that can be repeated repetitively. Select Record Macro (ALT=), enter the keystrokes, then press ALT= again. The macro sequence can be played ...
Page 138 - Serial File Transfer Utility; Use Hardware Handshaking for flow control.
124 Serial File Transfer Utility MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Serial File Transfer Utility A null modem cable must be used to connect the two computers. Both computers must have both REMSERV and REMDISK set to the same settings. REMSERV is run on the host (which is usually the mobile compute...
Page 139 - REMDISK
Serial File Transfer Utility 125 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide REMDISK REMDISK [/?] [/U] [/T] [/H] [/Bxxxx][+|-] [/COMn] [/IRQn] /Bxxxx Set the baud rate. Choose from 300, 1200, 2400, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115. A ‘+’ after the BAUD specifies ‘packet’ style transfers. By default, packet transfe...
Page 141 - Chapter 6 RF Network Configuration; radios. They do not work with LXE’s 900MHz system radios.; SNMP DOS Agent
E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Chapter 6 RF Network Configuration Introduction Note: The information and programs in this section only pertain to LXE’s 2.4GHz system radios. They do not work with LXE’s 900MHz system radios. Change the radio parameters by editing the NET.CFG file in the PCTCP d...
Page 142 - Lucent Parameters; file documentation.; Link Support; Instructs TCP/IP stack to bind to radio driver.
128 NET.CFG Parameters MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC NET.CFG Parameters Lucent Parameters The following is a list of parameters that can be modified in the NET.CFG file for computers with Lucent 2.4GHz radios. For additional information about the parameters in this file, see the WVLAN43.CFG f...
Page 143 - Microwave_Robustness; Low
NET.CFG Parameters 129 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Microwave_Robustness This option should only be used when troubleshooting slow performance of the network that could be related to in-band interference from microwave ovens. Use this option when experiencing recurrent “bursts” of in-band in...
Page 144 - Configures whether this station will receive Multicast packets.
130 NET.CFG Parameters MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Maximum_Sleep_Duration Configures the maximum amount of time the radio will stay in Sleep mode. Valid: 1-65535 Default: 100 (10 seconds) Receive_All_Multicasts Configures whether this station will receive Multicast packets. Valid: Y=Yes or ...
Page 145 - Proxim Parameters
NET.CFG Parameters 131 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Proxim Parameters The following is a list of parameters that can be modified in the NET.CFG file. To set the TCP/IP parameters see the SOCKET.CFG file documentation. Link Support Parameter used to define resources for the LSL.COM file. Any ...
Page 146 - through 20 minutes; Channel; Sets the channel to be used when the PC card is acting as the master.; Subchannel; Optimizes the PC card for the number of concurrent modes.
132 NET.CFG Parameters MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Initialize_365 Determines whether to initialize the Intel 82365SL PCMCIA controller chip. Valid: Y, N Default: Y Inactivity_min Sets the number of minutes of inactivity before the PC card goes to sleep. To minimize draw on the vehicle batte...
Page 147 - Cisco Paramete; file documentation. Unless otherwise noted, the following
NET.CFG Parameters 133 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Cisco Paramete r s The following is a list of parameters that can be modified in the NET.CFG file. To set the TCP/IP parameters see the SOCKET.CFG file documentation. Unless otherwise noted, the following parameters apply to both Cisco 340 ...
Page 148 - DataRate3 0x0B
134 NET.CFG Parameters MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC SSID Identifies the 802.11B wireless network the station will connect to. Default: “” Note: Setting this value to “” will enable the station to connect to any IEEE 802.11b network. FragThreshold Packet size to start fragmenting. Default: Fr...
Page 149 - WEP enable; MX3 computers = 2 antenna; BusType; PCMCIA interface is used on all LXE DOS computers.; Frame; Frame type of wired and wireless network.; LongRetryLimit
NET.CFG Parameters 135 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide WEP enable To enable WEP uncomment the following line and set the key with the wepdos.exe utility authtype "wepopen" Set WEP key in radio before wepopen using the WEPDOS program in the PCTCP directory. Diversity The diversity parame...
Page 150 - WEPDOS; wepdos; Syntax; hex; Standard Options
136 NET.CFG Parameters MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC WEPDOS WEPDOS utility is used to program the WEP key into the Cisco 340 radios. Once the key value and key number to be used is set the authtype parameter in NET.CFG file must be modified. To set the key type wepdos at the c:\pctcp prompt. ...
Page 151 - Symbol Parameters
NET.CFG Parameters 137 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Symbol Parameters The following is a list of parameters that can be modified in the NET.CFG file. To set the TCP/IP parameters see the SOCKET.CFG file documentation. Unless otherwise noted, the following parameters apply to both Symbol FHSS...
Page 152 - interrupt; This parameter is valid for Symbol FHSS radios only.
138 NET.CFG Parameters MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC interrupt Sets the interrupt (IRQ) line to be used. Default: 5 powermgmt Configures whether the Symbol FHSS radio card will perform power management. Valid: Y=Yes or N=No Default: N Note: This parameter is valid for Symbol FHSS radios only....
Page 153 - diversity; Set diversity to “both” for two antennas and “A” for one antenna.
NET.CFG Parameters 139 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Encrypt_Key_ID The key ID indicates which key the adapter is to use for encrypting packets. Valid: 1 to 4 Default: 1 Note: This parameter is valid for Symbol FHSS radios only. Encrypt_Enable_Index Previously named encrypt_key_index. This pa...
Page 154 - SOCKETS TCP/IP Stack; The network can be subdivided by two for every net bit added.; Bootp
140 SOCKETS TCP/IP Stack MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC SOCKETS TCP/IP Stack Introduction SOCKET.CFG sets the options for SOCKETP.EXE. The section XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX is for this machines IP. The net mask is specified as part of the ip address. In the ip address command an optional /net_bits can b...
Page 155 - Setting SOCKETS.CFG Parameters; Set IP Address; ARP INIT GRAT; Set Interface; For all radios except Symbol DS 11MB
SOCKETS TCP/IP Stack 141 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Setting SOCKETS.CFG Parameters Set IP Address To enable DHCP set the IP address to 0.0.0.1 IP address XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX/16 where XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX is the IP address 16 indicates the number of bits in the network ID Set ARP INIT Controls wheth...
Page 156 - Set Domain Name Server; Redisplay IP information when SOCKET.CFG runs.; Options; For Symbol DS 11MB radios; Refer to documentation to change.
142 SOCKETS TCP/IP Stack MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Set Router IP (Gateway only) When using a gateway (IP router) to the rest of the world, replace “XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX” with your gateway ip and remove the # at the beginning of the line. # route add default if0 XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX Set Domain Name ...
Page 157 - SOCKET.CFG Parameters; domain; lists the domain suffix if domain is not specified.; Example; iface; iface is a synonym for the interface command.; interface
SOCKETS TCP/IP Stack 143 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide SOCKET.CFG Parameters domain If a host name is not a decimal (dotted) address and it is not found in the HOSTS file and at least one Domain Name Server has been defined, an attempt is made to obtain the address from the defined DNS server...
Page 158 - interface type name class other parameters; Parameters; Type
144 SOCKETS TCP/IP Stack MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Each interface statement uses the IP address from the last supplied IP address statement. Syntax (general) interface type name class other parameters Syntax (specific) interface pdr name dix mtu numbuf intvec [irq] interface asy name [sli...
Page 159 - Slip
SOCKETS TCP/IP Stack 145 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Class Description Slip Serial Link Internet Protocol (SLIP) for point-to-point asynchronous links. This mode is compatible with UNIX SLIP. Cslip Compressed Serial Link Internet Protocol (SLIP) for faster reaction over point-to-point synch...
Page 160 - faster response in Sockets.; modemfile; A file containing the modem commands and scripts.; speed; ip
146 SOCKETS TCP/IP Stack MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC iovec iovec is the hardware interrupt vector used by the serial port or controller and must correspond with the jumper or switch settings used during setup of the controller. The standard values for serial ports are: COM1 4 COM2 3 COM3 4 ...
Page 161 - hostid; param
SOCKETS TCP/IP Stack 147 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Parameters hostid hostid specifies the IP host address to assign to the next interface to be defined. This may be a symbolic name from the HOSTS file, or a dotted decimal address. /net_bits A net mask can be specified for the host. In the...
Page 162 - ifname; param sl0 clear
148 SOCKETS TCP/IP Stack MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Parameters ifname ifname defines the name used in the interface command for the device to be controlled. arg1...argn These parameters depend on the type of interface in use. Example To display current serial link settings and restart the ...
Page 163 - param, RIP Advertising Sub-command for Interfaces; route; route drop default; ifnam; netid
SOCKETS TCP/IP Stack 149 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide param, RIP Advertising Sub-command for Interfaces When the rip advertise command has been used, this param sub-command makes allowance to disable and re-enable RIP advertising on a specific interface. Syntax param ifname [ ripadv | noripa...
Page 164 - When using RIP or Proxy ARP a value from 0 to 16 for; proxy, private and static
150 SOCKETS TCP/IP Stack MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC mask mask specifies the number of bits in the network portion of the address if sub-netting is used. If not used, the network portion of the address is determined according to the class (A, B or C) of the address. ifname ifname defines th...
Page 165 - route can specify a Proxy ARP on a route, as follows:; tcp; is the local port starting number.; size; Existing connections are unaffected.; number
SOCKETS TCP/IP Stack 151 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide route can specify a Proxy ARP on a route, as follows: route add net interface gateway metric [proxy] When using Proxy ARP, gateway and metric must be specified. If no gateway is used, none can be specified. For example: route add 192.6.1....
Page 166 - tcp irtt Sub-command
152 SOCKETS TCP/IP Stack MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC tcp irtt Sub-command tcp irtt displays or sets the initial round-trip-time estimate. When specified without an argument, the command displays the current values of TCP parameters including the initial round-trip-time in milliseconds. time...
Page 169 - Chapter 7 Troubleshooting; Problem Determination Tips; Consider the following:
E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Problem Determination Tips Use the tips in this chapter as a guide. They include solutions to the simplest problems as well as things to observe when trying to diagnose more serious problems. Consider the following: • If a problem occurs...
Page 170 - Startup Problems; Problem Solution; Bypassing the Configuration Files
156 Startup Problems MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Startup Problems This section lists some of the configuration error messages that may appear at system startup and their possible solutions. Note: If you press the Power key and the MX3 remains off, refer to the “Power Source” section of this...
Page 171 - Verifying Boot Order; At the BIOS Setup Main Menu, view the Boot parameter.
Startup Problems 157 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Verifying Boot Order 1. During bootup, the <F2> key must be pressed to enter BIOS Setup. Turn on the MX3. Press <F2>. (If Main Menu BIOS parameter Setup Msg is turned Off, the “Press F2” message is not seen but the <F2> key ...
Page 172 - Edit BIOS Setup; At the BIOS Setup Main Menu, view Boot parameter.
158 Startup Problems MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Edit BIOS Setup 6. During bootup the <F2> key must be pressed to enter BIOS Setup. You may need to reboot. 7. At the BIOS Setup Main Menu, view Boot parameter. 8. If the Boot Sequence parameter is not already highlighted, press the <...
Page 173 - Copy File; When the DOS prompt appears, type
Startup Problems 159 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Copy File 12. When the DOS prompt appears, type SYS C: and press <Enter>. 13. Type Type C:\AUTOEXEC.BAT and press <Enter>. If your AUTOEXEC.BAT file contains a COMSPEC command, confirm that it identifies the correct location for C...
Page 174 - Setting System Time and Date; If the MX3 is not already powered up, turn it on.
160 Startup Problems MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Setting System Time and Date 1. If the MX3 is not already powered up, turn it on. 2. During bootup the <F2> key must be pressed to enter BIOS Setup. 3. At the BIOS Setup Main Menu, move the highlight to the Time parameter. 4. Type the d...
Page 175 - Hardware Problems; The computer won’t start.; Keypad
Hardware Problems 161 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Hardware Problems This section lists possible solutions to some common problems with hardware. Power Source The MX3 receives power from an internal battery pack. The MX3’s battery can be recharged while it is in a charging station (battery o...
Page 176 - Caution – Vehicle Mounting Brackets
162 Hardware Problems MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Caution – Vehicle Mounting Brackets Care must be taken to avoid bending or warping the bottom “U” shaped bracket when attaching the cradle to a lift truck or other vehicle. A bent “U” bracket can over-compress or over-extend the rubber isola...
Page 177 - For general display problems follow these guidelines.; Problem; Adjust the display contrast.; Hard Disk Drive; For information on running CHKDSK, refer to the DOS documentation.
Hardware Problems 163 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Display For general display problems follow these guidelines. Problem Solution Unable to read the display in outdoor lighting. Adjust the display contrast. Hard Disk Drive Note: Primary storage is accomplished by an integrated flash circuit....
Page 178 - SRAM card will not work.
164 Hardware Problems MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC PCMCIA Cards Problem Solution You are having trouble accessing data on a PCMCIA card or some of the data appears to be missing. Run the DOS CHKDSK command, which analyzes the directories, files and the File Allocation Table (FAT) on the card...
Page 179 - Upper Memory Conflicts; does not contain any ROM or RAM.; Driver; 6K per SRAM card; IRQ Assignments
Hardware Problems 165 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Upper Memory Conflicts Some drivers require an unused upper memory block. In this case, “unused” means that the upper memory block 5 does not contain any ROM or RAM. Driver Memory Required Default Address Range PCMCS95.EXE 4K C800-C8FF PCMAT...
Page 180 - Optional Devices; To help determine which device is causing the problem:
166 Hardware Problems MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Optional Devices This section provides information on solving problems related to optional devices. Note: Make sure the MX3 is powered on before you turn on any powered optional devices. To help determine which device is causing the problem:...
Page 181 - Radio Problems; Solution
Radio Problems 167 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Radio Problems Problem: The radio is on, configured properly and still won’t transmit or receive data. Solution Make sure the sending system is not busy or off-line. The 2.4GHz Radios Problem: The Proxim 2.4GHz radio won’t receive or transmit p...
Page 182 - Software Related Problems; FTP Kernel
168 Software Related Problems MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Software Related Problems Consider the following: • If an error message appears while you are using a software package, check the software documentation first. It usually includes a troubleshooting section or summary of error message...
Page 183 - Memory
Memory 169 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Convert MX3 from MS-DOS to ROM-DOS This section is contained in this manual to assist the System Administrator when upgrading existing MS-DOS units to ROM-DOS units. MX3s received from LXE after March 2001 do not require ROM-DOS upgrades. From the ROM-...
Page 184 - POST Error Messages; Message; System CMOS checksum bad – run SETUP; The backup battery may be completely drained.; Action; Possible Cause; A keypad key may be stuck in the down position.; Action; Previous boot incomplete – Default configuration used; Action
170 Power On Self Test (POST) MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Power On Self Test (POST) Each time the MX3 is turned on (or is rebooted using <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del>), a series of comprehensive hardware tests are performed. These tests are called the Power On Self Test, or POST....
Page 185 - Messages Probably Requiring Repair; POST Beep Codes; Description
Power On Self Test (POST) 171 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Messages Probably Requiring Repair Message Operating system not found Keyboard error K System RAM Failed at offset: K Shadow Ram Failed at offset: K Extended RAM Failed at offset: System cache error - Cache disabled System timer erro...
Page 186 - If You Need Further Assistance
172 If You Need Further Assistance MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC If You Need Further Assistance If you have followed these recommendations and are still having problems, you may need additional technical assistance. This section contains the steps to take as you prepare to ask for help. Befor...
Page 187 - Appendix A Key Maps; Figure A-1 ABCD Keypad and QWERTY Keypad; ANSI Plus Reference Guide
E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Appendix A Key Maps Keypads Figure A-1 ABCD Keypad and QWERTY Keypad The key maps that follow represent the commands used with batch units and when running LXE’s ANSI Plus (with either 900MHz or 2.4GHz radios) or LDS Plus (with 900MHz radios) Terminal Emulation (...
Page 188 - Key Map 101-Key Equivalencies for Batch Units; When using a sequence of keys that includes the 2; key first then the rest of the; sequence. The CAPS LED is illuminated when CapsLock is On.; Press These Keys and Then; Shift Ctrl Alt CapsLock; Left Scan key default value is Numeric Enter.
174 Keypads MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Key Map 101-Key Equivalencies for Batch Units Note: The batch unit key mapping is used on mobile computers that are NOT running an LXE Terminal Emulator. When using a sequence of keys that includes the 2 nd key, press the 2 nd key first then the rest ...
Page 193 - 270 Programmer’s Reference Guide (Obsolete); Figure A-3 IBM 5250 Specific Keypad; 250 Programmer’s Reference Guide (Obsolete)
Keypads 179 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide IBM 3270 and TN3270 Terminal Emulator Keypad Figure A-2 IBM 3270 Specific Keypad This QWERTY keypad is designed to allow the user to enter terminal emulator commands when running LXE’s IBM 3270 and TN3270 Terminal Emulation (TE) programs. The MX3’s AB...
Page 195 - Appendix B Technical Specifications; Physical Specifications; Features Specifications
E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Appendix B Technical Specifications Physical Specifications Features Specifications Comments CPU Intel 486SX 25 MHz 32 bit CPU (with on-chip cache) Memory ROM 1MB BIOS Flash RAM 4 MB Dynamic RAM System Memory Display Controller VGA Compatible Controller 512 KB of...
Page 197 - Environmental Specifications; Power Supplies; US AC Wall Adapter; Feature Specification
Environmental Specifications 183 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Environmental Specifications LXE MX3 and Endcaps Feature Specification Operating Temperature -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C) Storage Temperature -22°F to 140°F (-30°C to 60°C) Water IEC IP55 (with standard endcaps) MX3 - Sand and Du...
Page 198 - International AC Adapter; Display Specifications
184 Display Specifications MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC International AC Adapter Feature Specification Operating Temperature 32°F to 104°F (-0°C to 40°C) Storage Temperature -13°F to 158°F (-25°C to 70°C) Operating Humidity Up to 90% non-condensing at 104°F (40°C) Input Power Switch None Pow...
Page 199 - Radio Specifications
Radio Specifications 185 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Radio Specifications PCMCIA 900 MHz Type III Bus Interface: PCMCIA 2.0, Type III slot Radio Frequencies: 902.2 MHz to 927.8 MHz FH SS RF Data Rates: 64K bits/sec CPFSK RF Power Output: 250 mW ± 2.0 dB into 50 Ohms (varies by country) Chan...
Page 200 - PCMCIA Cisco 2.4 GHz Type II
186 Radio Specifications MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC PCMCIA Cisco 2.4 GHz Type II Bus Interface: PCMCIA 2.0, Type II slot Radio Frequencies: 2.4 - 2.4835 GHz IEEE 802.11b DS SS RF Data Rates: 11 Mbps maximum RF Power Level: 35 mW nominal Channels 11 US, 13 Europe, 4 France, 1 Japan Operatin...
Page 201 - Appendix C Commands; This appendix describes the Datalight ROM-DOS commands
E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Appendix C Commands Introduction This appendix describes the Datalight ROM-DOS commands that are loaded in the MX3 by LXE . The information in this appendix is taken from Datalight’s “ROM-DOS 6.22 User’s Guide” and is used by permission. ROM-DOS Commands Each ent...
Page 202 - Tnn
188 ROM-DOS Commands MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC ANSI.SYS Type Installable Device Driver Purpose ANSI.SYS is a console device driver that allows you to support ANSI codes on the local display. Syntax Device=ANSI.SYS [options] Remarks ANSI.SYS supports standard ANSI escape sequences. ANSI.SY...
Page 203 - option; Remarks
ROM-DOS Commands 189 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide ATTRIB.EXE Type External Purpose The ATTRIB command either displays or modifies the attribute of a file. Syntax ATTRIB [+ ¦ -][ option ][ filespec ] Remarks The file attributes define the characteristics of a file. They determine if a file ma...
Page 204 - path; nnnn
190 ROM-DOS Commands MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC CHKDSK.EXE Type External Purpose The CHKDSK command checks the disk directories and File Allocation Table (FAT) and displays a disk and memory report. Syntax CHKDSK [ d: ][ path ][ filespec ][/C] [/F] [/V] Remarks CHKDSK examines a disk and d...
Page 205 - device
ROM-DOS Commands 191 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Examples CHKDSK will check the integrity of drive A. The report will be printed to the console. CHKDSK a: CHKDSK will check the integrity of RAM disk D. The report will be saved in a file called DRIVE_D.RPT. CHKDSK d: >drive_d.rpt COMMAND....
Page 206 - prevents DELTREE from prompting before deleting.; Examples
192 ROM-DOS Commands MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC The /MSG option indicates that all error messages should be stored in memory. This option is recommended only for diskette based systems. ROM-DOS keeps many of its error messages in the resident part of COMMAND.COM rather than using valuable ...
Page 207 - FORMAT; siz
ROM-DOS Commands 193 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide FORMAT.COM External Command The FORMAT command initializes a disk so ROM-DOS can access files on that disk. A disk must be formatted before ROM-DOS can use it. Syntax FORMAT [drive :] [/ option s] Remarks FORMAT initializes the disk and direc...
Page 208 - not; Error Conditions
194 ROM-DOS Commands MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC If FORMAT encounters an error, the exit code returned to DOS indicates the type of error. The error codes are listed in the following table. Error Level Type of Error 0 No error encountered 1 Invalid drive 2 Unsupported drive format 3 Attempt...
Page 209 - When HIMEM installs, it attempts to control the A20 line,; Once this driver is installed, accessing the HMA and Extended
ROM-DOS Commands 195 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Failure to Control the A20 Line— When HIMEM installs, it attempts to control the A20 line, which controls access to the HMA. HIMEM first attempts control via the AT method (using the 8259 keyboard control). If that fails, HIMEM then attempts ...
Page 211 - bau
ROM-DOS Commands 197 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide MODE.COM External Command The MODE command modifies the operation of the printer, serial port, and active video display. Syntax MODE LPT#[:]=COM#[:] MODE CO M #: bau d [,parit y [,databit s [,stopbit s [, P]]]] MODE <video mod e> MODE &...
Page 212 - MODE mono; External Command; filename
198 ROM-DOS Commands MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MODE mono Indicates a monochrome display adapter. MORE.COM External Command The MORE command displays a text file one screen at a time. Syntax MORE [filename] or <comman d> | MORE Remarks The input to MORE may come from a file, or it ma...
Page 213 - ASCII text Editor Program; Starting the Editor; Basic Editor Operation
ROM-DOS Commands 199 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide NED.EXE and NED.CFG External Command ASCII text Editor Program The NED editor is a menu-based text editor available for use with ROM-DOS. This editor is similar to other desktop editors but has special functions designed for use in editing C-...
Page 216 - The syntax for REMDISK is:; Option
202 ROM-DOS Commands MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC REMDISK.EXE Remote Disk Program See Also: REMSERV.EXE REMSERV is usually run on the MX3 (host). REMDISK is usually run on the client (e.g. a desktop PC). The remote disk program allows you to access a disk drive on a remote system via a seria...
Page 217 - To display a help screen for REMDISK from the DOS prompt, enter; Remote Disk Program; Bnnnn
ROM-DOS Commands 203 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide To install the REMDISK program from CONFIG.SYS at 19200 baud, on COM1, using packet-style transmission, insert the following line in CONFIG.SYS and then reboot the system (remember to include the full path to find REMDISK.EXE if not located i...
Page 218 - CO; SYS
204 ROM-DOS Commands MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Option Description Microsoft Windows 95. By default, packet transfers will be used for all baud rates higher than 9600. Both sides must agree on using either (+) or (-). CO Mn Selects the communication port. Available ports are 1, 2, 3 or 4. ...
Page 219 - VER
ROM-DOS Commands 205 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide hard drive. Run the SYS command from the directory where the files reside to transfer the system files to the destination drive. Options The /C option prevents confirmation before transferring system files. The /H option shows the newly trans...
Page 220 - source
206 ROM-DOS Commands MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC XCOPY.COM External Command The XCOPY command copies multiple files and, optionally, subdirectories from one disk to another. Syntax XCOPY [source] [target] [/options] Remarks Use the XCOPY command to copy multiple files and subdirectories, if...
Page 225 - Index; API
E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide Index ; @ ? ....................................................................207 2nd key function ......................................................39 3270 and 5250 TE Ctrl key function .................................................39 6224 Session Manag...
Page 227 - Domain
Index 213 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide DEVICEHIGH, Internal File .................................208 Devices, Optional Troubleshooting ................................................166 DHCP ....................................................................140 Digitizer Calibration Utili...
Page 228 - Hardware
214 Index MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Alt Key................................................................39 Caps Mode ..........................................................40 Ctrl Key...............................................................39 Enter Key ...........................
Page 231 - Radio
Index 217 E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC MX3 Reference Guide PROTOCOL.INI .....................................................85 Proxim Specific Radio Driver .................................61 Q Quick Start Instructions .............................................5 R Radio Troubleshooting ........................
Page 232 - Stored Forms
218 Index MX3 Reference Guide E-EQ-MX3RG-J-ARC Sockets TCP/IP Stack ............................................140 Software Troubleshooting ................................................168 Software and Files ...................................................53 Space key function ..................