Introduction, Connecting, Serial or USB Cable | Unitech PA966

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 Pack Charging the Main and Backup Batteries for the First Time Supplying Power to the PA966 Using 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 Settings Flash Memory Alpha Keypad Keypad Layout Software Keyboard Windows CE Keyboard Useful Hotkeys Using the Built-in Scanner Modifying the Scanner SettingsScan2Key Bar Code Symbologies Data Options 2D SymbologiesPrefix Suffix Scanning Options Proximity Reading OptionsReplace Suffix with Carriage Return Transmit Function Code Timeout To Sleep Power Management OptionsImager Idle Timeout Imaging Options Re-Open Scanner Port After Resume Power Power On DelayEnable Log scanner.txt Miscellaneous Options 1D Scanning Show Data OnlyAuto-Scan Show Sequence Number Reset Sequence Number Clear Window Save To File 2D Scanning Enable Scan Image Scanning Save ImageScan2Key Version Charging the Main and Backup Battery for the First Time Charging the Lithium-Ion Battery Pack Power Status Indication How to Save Battery Power Checking Main and Backup Battery StatusEnter Power Properties Check Battery Status Warm Boot / Cold Boot Backlight SettingAutomatically turn on the backlight when any key is pressed Warm Boot Storage and Safety Precautions Cold BootCharging Considerations Introduction ConnectingSerial or USB Cable Docking Station ActiveSync InstallationPage Page Mobile Devices Features Using the Mobile Devices Window Changing Communications Settings To turn on IrDA Synchronization What 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 Messages Bluetooth Setup Wireless Communication Bluetooth 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 Port Factory default settings and data will be lost Perform a cold boot Warning Terminal will be reset to FCC Statement Canadian Compliance StatementEuropean Conformity Statement Unitech America