Unitech PA966, PA967 user manual Introduction, Connecting, Serial or USB Cable, Docking Station

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PA966/967 User's Manual

Chapter 4. Communication

Introduction

The Unitech PA966 allows users to link to a host computer via RS-232,USB, IrDA, or RF connection for data communication.

This chapter provides an overview of the communication methods of the PA966. The following subchapters cover these topics:

•”Microsoft ActiveSync” details serial communication via RS232/ USB port.

•“RF Communication” details wireless communication between mobile PA966 and host computers.

Connecting

Serial or USB Cable

Plug the RS232 or USB end of the communication/charging cable into the appropriate PC port, and the other into the PA966’s charging/communication port (see page 3). Plug the power supply between a wall socket and the power receptacle on the RS232 or USB plug.

Docking Station

Plug the RS232 or USB end of the communication/charging cable into the appropriate PC port, and the other end into the PA966 Docking Station’s communication port. Plug the power supply between your wall socket and the power receptacle on the Docking Station.

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Contents PA966 / PA967 Portable Terminal Page Page Page Introduction Unitech PA966 & Accessories Tour of the Unitech PA966 First Steps with the Unitech PA966 Installing the Battery PackCharging the Main and Backup Batteries for the First Time Supplying Power to the PA966Using the Stylus Protective Screen FilmFirst Operation of the Unitech PA966 Setting the Time Zone first Setting Time Zone, Date, and TimeSetting the Year and Month Exiting Date/Time Properties SettingsFlash Memory Alpha KeypadKeypad Layout Software Keyboard Windows CE Keyboard Useful HotkeysUsing the Built-in Scanner Modifying the Scanner SettingsScan2Key Bar Code Symbologies Data Options 2D SymbologiesPrefix SuffixScanning Options Proximity Reading OptionsReplace Suffix with Carriage Return Transmit Function CodeTimeout To Sleep Power Management OptionsImager Idle Timeout Imaging OptionsRe-Open Scanner Port After Resume Power Power On DelayEnable Log scanner.txt Miscellaneous Options1D Scanning Show Data OnlyAuto-Scan Show Sequence Number Reset Sequence NumberClear Window Save To File2D Scanning Enable ScanImage Scanning Save ImageScan2Key Version Charging the Main and Backup Battery for the First Time Charging the Lithium-Ion Battery PackPower Status Indication How to Save Battery Power Checking Main and Backup Battery StatusEnter Power Properties Check Battery StatusWarm Boot / Cold Boot Backlight SettingAutomatically turn on the backlight when any key is pressed Warm BootStorage and Safety Precautions Cold BootCharging Considerations Introduction ConnectingSerial or USB Cable Docking StationActiveSync InstallationPage Page Mobile Devices Features Using the Mobile Devices WindowChanging Communications Settings To turn on IrDA SynchronizationWhat Gets Synchronized FilesChanging Synchronization Options Installing and Removing Software InBoxSending and Receiving E-Mail with InBox Setting Up Remote Mail Sending Mail RemotelyWork Remotely Sending Messages Receiving MessagesBluetooth Setup Wireless CommunicationBluetooth ActiveSync Page CPU / Memory OS and Software Programming ToolsMechanical / Environmental Power Interface PortInput / Output 1D Scan Engine 1D Scanner Symbologies 2D Scanner Symbologies2D Scan Engine Docking Station Pin Assignment for Charge / Communication PortFactory default settings and data will be lost Perform a cold boot Warning Terminal will be reset toFCC Statement Canadian Compliance StatementEuropean Conformity Statement Unitech America