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Software Configuration

Introduction

There are several different aspects to the setup and configuration of the MX7 Tecton. Many of the setup and configuration settings are dependent upon the optional features such as hardware and software installed on the mobile device. The examples found in this section are to be used as examples only, because the configuration of your specific MX7 Tecton may vary. The following sections provide a general reference for the configuration of the MX7 Tecton and some of its optional features. Contact Technical Assistance (page 16-1)for information on the latest upgrades.

Windows Mobile

Note: For general use instruction, refer to commercially available Windows Mobile user’s guides or the Windows Mobile on-line Help application in the MX7 Tecton

This section’s contents assumes the system administrator is familiar with Microsoft Windows options and capabilities loaded on most standard Windows desktop computers.

Therefore, the sections that follow describe only those Windows capabilities that are unique to the MX7 Tecton and its Windows Mobile environment.

Installed Software

Note: Some options require an external modem connection. Modems are not available from Honeywell.

When you order an MX7 Tecton you receive the software files required by the separate programs needed for operation and wireless client communication. The files are loaded and stored in folders in the mobile device.

This section lists the contents of the folders and the general function of the files. Files installed in each MX7 Tecton are specific to the intended function of the MX7 Tecton.

Files installed in mobile devices that are configured for a wireless environment usually contain a radio specific driver – the driver for the radio is specific to the manufacturer of the radio installed in the wireless host environment and is not interchangeable.

Software Load

The software loaded on the MX7 Tecton computer consists of Windows Mobile Operating System, hardware-specific OEM Adaptation Layer, device drivers, Internet Explorer for Windows Mobile browser and MX7 Tecton-specific utilities. The software supported by the MX7 Tecton is summarized below:

Operating System - Full Operating System License: Includes all operating system components, including Windows Mobile kernel, file system, communications, connectivity (for remote APIs), device drivers, events and messaging, graphics, keyboard and touch screen input, window management, and common controls.

Network and Device Drivers

Bluetooth (Option)

AppLock (Option)

RFTerm (VT220, TN5250, TN3270) Terminal Emulation (Option).

CE API Routines

Software Backup

Application programs and data that are normally RAM resident are backed up via ActiveSync.

Version Control

Version numbers are applied to the boot loader and the OS image independently. The version information stored consists of the build number, plus the date and time of compile (in lieu of a build number). These version numbers are stored in non- volatile storage, where the user cannot inadvertently modify them. A Settings panel and API are provided so the user can reference the version numbers for support purposes.

The MX7 Tecton has a unique 128-bit ID code as required by the Windows Mobile specification. This ID number is generated by the boot loader. This ID code is available in the About Info settings panel, and via a Win32 standard API.

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