Hx3 Os Upgrade; Preparation; Procedure; Battery State And Os Upgrade - Honeywell HX3 User Manual

HX3 OS Upgrade

Depending on the size of the operating system, the total time required for a successful upgrade may require several minutes.
The OS upgrade files are unique to your HX3 physical configuration and date of manufacture. OS upgrade files designed for
one device configuration should not be used on a different device configuration.

Preparation

1. Contact Customer Support
2. Put the upgrade files on a host computer with ActiveSync and USB capability.
3. Use ActiveSync to back up HX3 user files and store them elsewhere before beginning an upgrade on the HX3.
4. Maintain an uninterrupted AC/DC power source to the HX3 throughout this process.
The SD / CF card with the OS and system files must be present for the HX3 to boot. Removal or installation of SD or CF
cards must be performed on a clean, well-lit surface.
Always perform OS updates when the HX3 has a dependable external power source connected to the HX3 and/or a fully
charged tethered battery.

Procedure

1. Verify a dependable power source is applied to the HX3 and will stay connected during the upgrade procedure.
2. Establish an ActiveSync connection between the HX3 and a host computer.
3. Download the OS files from the desktop/laptop to the HX3 System folder.
4. During the file copy process to the HX3 System folder, when asked "Overwrite?", select Yes to All.
5. Review the files that were downloaded to the System folder.
6. Restart the HX3.
7. Disconnect from ActiveSync.
8. When the OS finishes loading, check the OS update version by selecting Start > Settings > Control Panel > About >
Software tab.
9. Upgrade Help
Contact Customer Support
Warning: Opening the device e.g., removing endcaps or access panels, etc. could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.

Battery State and OS Upgrade

A fully charged main battery must be cabled to the HX3 prior to reflashing or upgrading the operating system. A prompt
may appear when the battery reaches Critical Low that informs the user there is not enough power in the main battery to
perform the upgrade.
The operating system will not be able to execute the OS update when the battery level is too low (25% or less), as there is
a high risk that the power remaining in the battery expires when executing the upgrade and the HX3 will be left in an inop-
erable state.
When main battery power level is too low, connect external power to the HX3 before performing the upgrade procedure. Do
not disconnect external power before the upgrade process is complete.
(page 14-1) to get the OS upgrade files.
(page 14-1) for re-imaging options if the HX3 won't boot up after the upgrade is finished.
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