Hand Held Products Dolphin 7450, Dolphin 7400 manual Introduction, Additional Features

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Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Dolphin 7400/7450 hand held computer. You have made a wise choice in selecting the Dolphin, a device known worldwide for its ergonomic shape, light weight and single-handed data collection features.

The patented shape of the Dolphin 7400 allows true, one-handed operation and fits either hand comfortably, while the Dolphin 7450’s integrated pistol-grip handle provides comfortable ergonomics and intuitive point-and-shoot scanning for extended periods of use.

Built to last, the Dolphin’s ruggedly built case houses a 206MHz RISC processor and Microsoft® Windows® CEoperating system that is easily programmable with standard programming tools, Microsoft® Windows® CEeMbedded Visual Tools

(includes eMbedded Visual C/C++® and eMbedded Visual Basic®) or Java. Dolphin 7400 supports Insignia Solutions® JeodeJava Virtual Machine to run Java-based applications on the terminal.

Load up the Dolphin with your custom software application and the ultimate data collection solution for your business fits in the palm of your hand.

The terminal provides ample, secure storage for data and applications with its 32 MB RAM and 32 MB Flash memory configuration. Up to 256MB additional memory for data storage is available with an optional compact flash card.

The Dolphin 7400/7450 terminals are some of the most durable devices available, designed to withstand repeated five-foot drops onto a concrete floor. The terminal also resists extreme temperatures, humidity levels and dust conditions.

Additional Features

Long-lasting Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries

Large, easy-to-read 240 x 320 1/4 VGA backlit display that can display text or graphics

Natural scan and viewing angle

Low-power, high-resolution digital image engine for omni-directional and auto-discrimination decoding of linear bar codes

Stacked Linear and matrix codes and provides

OCR (Optical Character Recognition) functionality

Optional Advanced Long Range laser scanner

802.11b direct sequence and frequency-hopping spread spectrum radio options for real-time data collection applications

The Dolphin 7400/7450 hand held computer/HomeBaseUser Guide is designed to provide you with the information you need to make the most of your new Dolphin terminal. Sections on the basics, safety, battery use, accessories, and service make this guide a complete source of information.

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Contents Dolphin 7400/7450 Hand Held Computer Trademarks PatentsDisclaimer Table of Contents Using the Dolphin 7400/7450 Dolphin QuadCharger 11-2 Introduction Additional FeaturesBatch Terminals Required Safety LabelsIf Your Dolphin 7400/7450 has a Radio Dolphin 7400/7450 RF Terminal with Cisco FCC Compliance Dolphin 7400/7450 Batch TerminalCanadian Compliance Parameter Specification Regulatory and Safety Agency ApprovalsTTE Dolphin 7400/7450 RF Cisco 352 R&TTE Compliance StatementBatteries Care and Cleaning of the DolphinMicrowaves Page Getting Started Accessories for the Dolphin 7400/7450Dolphin 7400 Models and Options Unpack the Carton and Check Its Contents Bar Code Symbologies SupportedLaser Engine Options and Symbologies Supported Using Dolphin 7400/7450 for the First TimeTurning the Dolphin On And Off For the First Time Charging the Main Battery and Backup BatteryRemoving the Battery Pack Installing the Battery PackDo not Press ANY Keys While the Terminal is Booting UP Waking the Dolphin From Sleep ModeStylus Properties Screen Setting the Date/Time Installing DetectoidPC Setting Up Communications with DetectoidUsing DetectoidPC and DetectoidCE Page DetectoidCE Verifying that Dolphin 7400/7450 is Working Properly Configuring the ModemTouchscreen-equipped terminals Resetting the Dolphin Warm Boot Resetting the Dolphin Cold BootTerminals without touchscreens Page Dolphin 7400/7450 Overview System FeaturesLEDs Front Panel FeaturesVGA Display Keyboard Audio SignalsON/SCAN Key Cursor KeysDolphin Back Panel FeaturesImage Engine Hand Strap Battery WellBattery Charging Contacts Laser EngineBumpers Communication Managing Battery Power PowerLowBatt=dword19 Setting Critical and Low Battery PointsUsing the Power Control Panel CriticalBatt=dwordaStoring Batteries Charging the Battery PackServicing the Battery Pack Using the Battery Conditioning UtilityVia the Touch Screen Using the Dolphin 7400/7450Using the Image Reader Entering DataCapturing Images Linear bar code 2D Matrix symbolReading a Bar code Omni-Directional Scanning OptionsSoftware Communication Programs Communication MediaKeyboards Using the Special KeysTo Use This Cursor Key Press Description Using the Cursor KeysOther Special Keys Using the Modifier KeysKey Combinations Navigating the KeyboardUsing the Modem Dolphin 7400/7450 RF Terminal Client Utilities for the Cisco Dsss 802.11b Radio Configuring The Dolphin 7400/7450 RF TerminalConfiguring the Cisco Dsss Wlan Radio To Configure the Radio Card Customizing the ActiveSync Remote Icon Host ConnectivityPage Ir/IrDA Optical Communications Power ConditioningDolphin Charging/Communication Cradles Hub of the SystemGreen LED Data is being sent from the Dolphin HomeBase HomeBase/IntelliBase/USB HomeBaseOrange LED Comm LED Description Red LED AUX Battery LED Description Orange LEDIntelliBase+ Green LEDHomeBase/IntelliBase Back PanelIntelliBase+ Bottom Panel of HomeBase/IntelliBase/IntelliBase+ USB HomeBasePowering the Dolphin Terminal Deep-Cycling Batteries Setting Up For CommunicationsCharging Additional Battery Packs in the IntelliBase+ Installing The Charging/Communication CradleIBM AT DB9 IBM XT Select StartSettingsControl PanelCommunications Properties Configuring the Dolphin Terminal for CommunicationsPage Setting Up For Communications With The USB HomeBase Page Communicating with the Dolphin Terminal Desk Mounting Mounting the HomeBase/IntelliBase/USB HomeBaseWall Mounting Page Dolphin QuadCharger Parts and Function Dolphin QuadChargerTop Panel Charging Batteries In The QuadCharger Setting Up The QuadChargerSupplying Power To The QuadCharger Inserting and Removing Battery PacksStatus LED DescriptionProblem Issue TroubleshootingDolphin Mobile Charging/Communication Cradles Front Panel Mobile IntelliBase and Mobile Base Parts and FunctionsDolphin Mobile IntelliBase/Mobile Base Mounting Bracket Power Supply RS-232 Connector Locking Lever RS-232 Charging a Dolphin Terminal Bottom Panel of Mobile IntelliBase/Mobile BaseMounting the Mobile IntelliBase Spring Arm Assembly Installing The Dolphin Mobile IntelliBaseInstalling The Dolphin Mobile Base Setting the Baud Rate Select StartSettingsControl PanelCommunication Settings Configuring the Dolphin TerminalDeveloping Applications Page Limited Warranty Warranty, Support and ServiceHow Problems Should Be Handled Return Information How To Extend Your WarrantyLocations Europe, Middle East, and Africa Technical AssistanceAssistance Online North America/CanadaPage Windows Keyboard Shortcuts Appendix aPress Key Alpha/Numeric Keyboard Using the Modifier KeysKey Combination Function/Special Character Red key + T Red key + U Red key + W Red key + Y Key Numeric/Alpha Key/Key Combinations Function/Special Characters ALT + 3 + Key Full Alpha NumericF12 Red key + P F16 Red key + Q F17 Hold the ALT key down as you type in the numbers HHP, Inc