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  • Page 1 MC3000 User Guide...

  • Page 3: Mc3000 User Guide

    MC3000 User Guide 72-68899-02 Rev A October 2005...
  • Page 4 Symbol does not assume any product liability arising out of, or in connection with, the application or use of any product, circuit, or application described herein. No license is granted, either expressly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise under any Symbol Technologies, Inc., intellectual property rights. An implied license only exists for equipment, circuits, and subsystems contained in Symbol products.

  • Page 5: Revision History

    Revision History Changes to the original manual are listed below: Change -01 Rev A Dec. 2004 -01 Rev B June 2005 -02 Rev A Sept. 2005 Date Initial Release Added Four Slot Ethernet cradle. Added Fabric Holster. Appendix A, added Accessory Specifications. Add Appendix C, Regulatory.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Revision History ................iii About This Guide Introduction .
  • Page 8 Strap/Door Assembly Removal and Replacement (MC3000-K/R) ........1-14...
  • Page 9 Chapter 3. Using Bluetooth Introduction................3- 3 Adaptive Frequency Hopping .
  • Page 10 MC3000 User Guide Chapter 4. Accessories Introduction................4-3 Cradles .
  • Page 11 Contents ix Appendix B. Keypad Functions/Special Characters Introduction................B-3 Keypads .
  • Page 12 MC3000 User Guide...

  • Page 13: About This Guide

    Contents Introduction ................xi Documentation Set .
  • Page 14 MC3000 User Guide...

  • Page 15: Introduction

    Screens and windows pictured in this guide are samples and may differ from actual screens. Documentation Set The documentation set for the MC3000 is divided into guides that provide information for specific user needs. • Microsoft Application Guide - describes how to use Microsoft developed applications.

  • Page 16: Configurations

    Configurations This guide covers the following configurations: MC3000-R - color or monochrome display, 32MB/64MB or 64MB/64MB memory, laser scanner in rotating turret, Windows CE .NET 5.0 Core or Windows CE .NET 5.0 Professional Operating System. MC3090-G - 802.11b/g/a radio, color or monochrome display, 32MB/64MB or 64MB/64MB memory, laser scanner or imager, Windows CE .NET 5.0 Core or Windows CE .NET 5.0 Professional Operating system, optional Bluetooth radio.

  • Page 17: Notational Conventions

    • Sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-step procedures) appear as numbered lists. Related Documents and Software The following items provide more information about the MC3000 mobile computers. • MC3000-K/R Quick Start Guide, p/n 72-68902-xx • MC3090-G Quick Start Guide, p/n 72-71347-xx •...

  • Page 18: Service Information

    If the problem cannot be solved over the phone, the equipment may need to be returned for servicing. If that is necessary, specific directions will be provided. Symbol Technologies is not responsible for any damages incurred during shipment if the approved shipping container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the warranty.
  • Page 19 Kerkplein 2, 7051 CX Postbus 24 7050 AA Varsseveld, Netherlands 315-271700 (Inside Netherlands) +31-315-271700 (Outside Netherlands) South Africa Symbol Technologies Africa Inc. Block B2 Rutherford Estate 1 Scott Street Waverly 2090 Johannesburg Republic of South Africa 11-809 5311 (Inside South Africa)
  • Page 20 MC3000 User Guide Sweden/Sverige “Letter” address: Symbol Technologies AB Box 1354 S-171 26 SOLNA Sweden Visit/shipping address: Symbol Technologies AB Solna Strandväg 78 S-171 54 SOLNA Sweden Switchboard: 08 445 29 00 (domestic) Call Center: +46 8 445 29 29 (international) Support E-Mail: Sweden.Support@se.symbol.com...
  • Page 21 Strap/Door Assembly Removal and Replacement (MC3000-K/R)........

  • Page 22: Introduction

    • Standard battery (lithium-polymer) • Extended life battery (lithium-ion) • Cable(s) • Power supply • Cradles. Inspect the equipment for damage. If any equipment is missing or damaged, contact the Symbol Technologies Support Center immediately. See page xvi for contact information.

  • Page 23: Accessories

    Provides serial host communication capabilities and charges the mobile computer. Provides USB communication capabilities and charges the mobile computer. Adapts the UBC for use with MC3000 batteries. Performs pen and mouse functions. Provides a clip on holder for the mobile computer.

  • Page 24: Parts

    MC3000 User Guide Parts There are three versions of the MC3000 mobile computers, the MC3000 1D/2D Imager (MC3000-K or MC3090-K), the MC3000 Laser with Rotating Scan Turret (MC3000-R or MC3090-R) and the MC3090 Gun (MC3090-G). For more information on the Rotating Scan...

  • Page 25: Rotating Scan Turret

    Assembly Latches Figure 1-2. MC3000 Imager and MC3000 Laser Mobile Computers (Back View) Rotating Scan Turret The MC3000-R mobile computer features a Rotating Scan Turret with three position stops. This feature offers greater scanning flexiblilty. Position Stop Position Stop Headset Jack...

  • Page 26: Mobile Computer Startup

    Do not lift up on the latches when removing the Strap/Door Assembly. Lift up on the Hand Strap only. 2. Pull on the strap to lift the Strap/Door Assembly off, bottom first. Scan LED Charge LED Indicators Indicator (red/green) (amber) Figure 1-4. MC3000-G Mobile Computer Indicator LED Bar Scan Button Keypad Power...
  • Page 27 4. With the latches in the open position, replace the Strap/Door Assembly, top first and press to close. 5. Rotate the latches (to the lock position) to lock the Strap/Door Assembly in place. Latches Hand Strap Battery Clip Battery Slot Battery Strap/Door Assembly Figure 1-5. Main Battery Installation (MC3000-K/R)
  • Page 28 MC3000 User Guide Latches Strap/Door Hand Strap Assembly Battery Strap/Door Assembly Figure 1-6. Main Battery Installation (MC3000-G)

  • Page 29: Battery Charging

    The main battery can be charged before insertion into the mobile computer or after it is installed. There are two main batteries for the MC3000, the Standard Battery and the Extended Life Battery. Either battery can be used, but the Extended Life Battery requires a different Strap/Door Assembly.

  • Page 30: Spare Battery Charging

    1-10 MC3000 User Guide Table 1-2. Mobile Computer LED Charge Indicators Mobile computer not placed correctly in the cradle; charge cable not connected correctly; charger is not powered. Fast Blinking Amber Error in charging; check placement of the mobile computer.

  • Page 31: Starting The Mobile Computer

    Starting the Mobile Computer When the mobile computer is powered on for the first time, it initializes. The Symbol Splash screen appears for a short period of time, followed by the Calibration screen. After the calibration procedure is performed the factory settings launch the Demo window. Application specific shells may provide application specific windows instead of the Demo window.

  • Page 32: Waking The Mobile Computer

    2. Lift the Hand Strap to lift the Strap/Door Assembly off, bottom first. 3. Release battery: a. On the MC3000-K/R, release the battery clip (at the top of the battery) and lift the battery out top first. Figure 1-9. Demo Window...
  • Page 33 Strap/Door Hand Strap Latches Assembly Battery Battery Clip Figure 1-10. Main Battery Removal (MC3000-K/R) Latches Strap/Door Assembly Battery Pull Tab Battery Battery without Pull Tab Battery with Pull Tab Figure 1-11.

  • Page 34: Strap/Door Assembly Removal And Replacement (Mc3000-K/R)

    4. Lift the mounting clip. 5. Slide the mounting clip out of the strap loop. Reverse the procedure to replace the Strap/Door Assembly. Latches #00 Phillips Screwdriver Screws Figure 1-12. Strap/Door Removal and Replacement (MC3000-K/R) Hand Strap Strap/Door Assembly Strap Loop Mounting Clip...

  • Page 35: Strap/Door Assembly Removal And Replacement (Mc3090-G)

    Strap/Door Assembly Removal and Replacement (MC3090-G) The Strap/Door Assembly consists of a hand strap and the battery door. Before removing the Strap/Door Assembly, press the red Power button to turn off the screen and set the mobile computer to suspend mode. To remove the Strap/Door Assembly: 1.
  • Page 36 1-16 MC3000 User Guide...
  • Page 37 Laser Scanning ..............2-16 Operating the MC3000...
  • Page 38 MC3000 User Guide Scan LED Indicators ..............2-17 Scanning Considerations .

  • Page 39: Introduction

    Table 2-1. Keypad Special Functions 48-Key Keystrokes Increases display contrast setting, darkens the display (on monochrome units only). Decreases display contrast setting, lightens the display (on monochrome units only). Increases scan decode beeper volume. Operating the MC3000 2-3 Special Function...

  • Page 40: 28-Key Keypad

    MC3000 User Guide 28-Key Keypad The 28-key keypad contains a Power button, application keys, scroll keys and function keys. The keypad is color-coded to indicate the alternate function key (blue) values and the alternate ALPHA key (orange) values. Note that keypad functions can be changed by an application so the mobile computer keypad may not function as described.
  • Page 41 Press and release the blue FUNC key again to return to the default keypad functions. Display backlight Toggles the display backlight on and off. Operating the MC3000 2-5 Description icon appears on the taskbar. Press and icon appears on the taskbar.

  • Page 42: 38-Key Keypad

    MC3000 User Guide 38-Key Keypad The 38-key keypad contains a Power button, application keys, scroll keys and function keys. The keypad is color-coded to indicate the alternate function key (blue) values. Note that keypad functions can be changed by an application so the mobile computer keypad may not function as described.
  • Page 43 Special function by default or when the blue FUNC key is activated. Produces alpha values when the orange ALPHA key is activated..Display backlight Toggles the display backlight on and off. Operating the MC3000 2-7 Description icon appears on the taskbar. Press icon appears on the taskbar. icon...

  • Page 44: 48-Key Keypad

    MC3000 User Guide 48-Key Keypad The 48-key keypad contains a Power button, application keys, scroll keys and function keys. The keypad is color-coded to indicate the alternate function key (blue) values. Note, that keypad functions can be changed by an application so the mobile computer keypad may not function as described.
  • Page 45 Press and release the blue FUNC function key again to return to the default keypad functions. Display Backlight Toggles the display backlight on and off. Operating the MC3000 2-9 Description icon appears on the taskbar. Press and icon appears on the taskbar.

  • Page 46: Demo Window

    2-10 MC3000 User Guide Demo Window On initial power up (or on a warm or cold boot) the Demo window appears. This window links to the Test Applications window and the two windows provide the sample/demo applications. The sample/demo applications are intended to be used by application developers as application development examples.

  • Page 47: Taskbar

    The Bluetooth Disabled icon appears in the task tray and indicates that the Bluetooth radio is off. Open Programs and Status Icons Keyboard Input Panel Button Scroll Status Icons Figure 2-6. Taskbar Table 2-5. Taskbar Icons Description Operating the MC3000 2-11 Desktop Display Button Table 2-10 on page 2-25...

  • Page 48: Battery Unknown Icon

    2-12 MC3000 User Guide Icon The Bluetooth Communication icon appears in the task tray and indicates that the mobile computer is communicating with another Bluetooth device. Indicates that the SHIFT button function is selected. Indicates that the FUNC button function is selected.

  • Page 49: Programs Menu

    Use the Desktop Display button to minimize all open programs and display the desktop. Windows CE .NET 5.0 Core desktop functions include: • My Computer: Double-tap the icon to open My Computer. Figure 2-7. Start Menu Windows CE .NET 5.0 Core Figure 2-8. Programs Menu Operating the MC3000 2-13...

  • Page 50: Task Manager And Properties

    2-14 MC3000 User Guide • Recycle Bin: Deleted files remain in the recycle bin until the recycle bin is emptied. Once emptied the files cannot be retrieved. Windows CE .NET 5.0 Professional desktop functions include: • My Computer: Double-tap the icon to open My Computer.

  • Page 51: Entering Information

    ActiveSync to synchronize or copy information from the host computer to the mobile computer. For more information on ActiveSync, refer to the MC3000 Integrator Guide. Entering Information Using Keypad The alphanumeric keypads produce the 26-character alphabet (A-Z), numbers (0-9), function keys and assorted characters. The keypads default characters/functions are printed black or white, the ALPHA character/functions are printed orange and the FUNC character/functions are printed blue.

  • Page 52: Entering Information Using The Keyboard Input Panel

    2-16 MC3000 User Guide Entering Information Using the Keyboard Input Panel Use the keyboard input panel (soft keyboard) to enter information in any program. To launch the keyboard input panel, tap the button on the taskbar. Tap a key to enter the value. Tap the keyboard input panel button to display or to hide the keyboard input panel.

  • Page 53: Scan Led Indicators

    The minimum element width (or “symbol density”) 1-4. Table 2-6. Scan LED Indicators LED Status Indication Not scanning. Laser enabled, scanning in process. Successful decode. Operating the MC3000 2-17 Figure 2-15 shows the laser decode ranges and...
  • Page 54 UPC A 12.7 20 mil 17.9 40 mil 55 mil 50.8 38.1 25.4 Depth of Field Figure 2-15. MC3000 Laser Decode Ranges MC3000 Laser Decode Ranges Table 2-7. Ranges Bar Code Density Near 5.0 mil 2.0 in 4.9 in 5.08 cm 12.45 cm...

  • Page 55: Imaging

    The imager version of the mobile computer projects a laser aiming pattern (shown below) similar to those used on cameras. The aiming pattern is used to position the bar code or object within the field of view. Figure 2-16. Laser Aiming Pattern Operating the MC3000 2-19...
  • Page 56 2-20 MC3000 User Guide To scan a symbol using the imager: 1. Center the symbol in any orientation within the aiming pattern. Ensure the entire symbol is within the rectangular area formed by the brackets in the aiming pattern. Figure 2-17. Centering Symbol in Aiming Pattern The imager can also read a bar code presented within the aiming pattern but not centered, such as the figure below on the left.

  • Page 57: Imager Decode Ranges

    (bar or space) in the symbol. The maximum usable length of a symbol at any given range is shown below. Note: Typical performance at 73˚ F (23˚ C) on high quality symbols. MC3000 12.7 Figure 2-20. MC3000 Imager Decode Ranges 5 mil PDF417 6.67 mil 7.5 mil 10.7 PDF417 10 mil 11.1...
  • Page 58 2-22 MC3000 User Guide MC3000 Imager Decode Ranges Table 2-8. Ranges Bar Code Density Near 5.0 mil 4.5 in 6.5 in 11.43 cm 16.51cm 7.5 mil 3.3 in 10.7 in 8.38 cm 27.18 cm UPC A 2.5 in 14.2 in 6.35 cm...

  • Page 59: Resetting The Mobile Computer

    1. Press and simultaneously hold 7, 9 and Power. Do not hold down any other keys or buttons. 2. As the mobile computer initializes MC3000 demo window appears. Files that remain open during a warm boot may not be retained.

  • Page 60: Waking The Mobile Computer

    2-24 MC3000 User Guide Waking the Mobile Computer The default wakeup conditions define what actions wakeup the mobile computer. These settings are configurable and the factory default settings shown in Table 2-9 are subject to change/update. Status Description Power Off...

  • Page 61: Connecting To The Internet On A Wireless Lan Network

    “Poor”. No wireless LAN network connection. Notify the network administrator. No wireless LAN network card detected. Notify the network administrator. ® Windows CE .NET 5.0 Professional. IE is not provided ® Windows CE .NET 5.0 Core. Operating the MC3000 2-25...
  • Page 62 2-26 MC3000 User Guide...
  • Page 63 Chapter Contents Introduction ................3- 3 Adaptive Frequency Hopping .
  • Page 64 MC3000 User Guide Put File ............... .3-15 Connect to Internet Using Access Point.

  • Page 65: Introduction

    When AFH is enabled, the Bluetooth radio “hops-around” (instead of through) the 802.11b high-rate channels. AFH coexistence allows Symbol mobile computers to operate in any infrastructure. AFH is always enabled in the MC3000. The Bluetooth radio in this mobile computer operates as a Class 2 device power class. The maximum output power is 2.5mW and the expected range is up to 32.8 feet (10 meters).

  • Page 66: Turning The Bluetooth Radio Mode On And Off

    MC3000 User Guide It is recommended: • Perform pairing in a secure environment • Keep PIN codes private and don't store the PIN codes in the mobile computer • Implement application-level security. Turning the Bluetooth Radio Mode On and Off Turn off the Bluetooth radio to save power or if entering an area with radio restrictions (e.g., an airplane).

  • Page 67: Enabling Bluetooth

    Enabling Bluetooth To enable Bluetooth, tap Bluetooth icon - Enable Bluetooth. The Bluetooth icon changes to indicate that Bluetooth is enabled. Bluetooth Power States Cold Boot When a cold boot is performed on the mobile computer, Bluetooth turns off. It is normal to see the Bluetooth icon appear and disappear, as well as a wait cursor, when initialization proceeds in all modes.
  • Page 68 MC3000 User Guide When switching between Wizard Mode and Explorer Mode, all active connections are closed. The following steps provide an example for using the Wizard to services for remote devices. 1. Tap the Bluetooth icon and select Show BTExplorer. The BTExplorer window appears.
  • Page 69 Using Bluetooth 3-7 5. Select a device from the list and then tap Next. The Connection Favorite Options window appears. Figure 3-5. Connection Favorite Options Window 6. Select Save As Favorite check box to save this service in the Favorite view. 7.

  • Page 70: Explorer Mode

    You can also use the “tap and hold” technique to view available options. Scroll bars and view options are like those you’re familiar with on your Windows desktop. The tree structure lists the following sub-items: • Local Device - This MC3000 mobile computer • Remote Device - Other Bluetooth devices •...
  • Page 71 Using Bluetooth 3-9 3. Tap the Bluetooth icon and select Show BTExplorer. The BTExplorer window appears. Figure 3-8. BTExplorer Window 4. Tap and hold Remote Devices and select Discover Devices from the pop-up menu. The mobile computer searches for Bluetooth devices in the area. Figure 3-9.

  • Page 72: Bonding With Discovered Device(S)

    3-10 MC3000 User Guide Bonding with Discovered Device(s) A bond is a relationship created between the mobile computer and another Bluetooth device in order to exchange information in a secure manner. Creating a bond involves entering the same PIN on the two devices to bond. Once a bond is created, and the Bluetooth radios are turned on, the devices recognize the bond and are able to exchange information without re-entering a PIN.

  • Page 73: Renaming A Bonded Device

    7. The devices are successfully paired. The device name moves to the Trusted Devices folder. Figure 3-13. Bonded (Paired) Discovered Device Renaming a Bonded Device If it is necessary to rename a bonded device, it can be done from the BTExplorer window. 1.

  • Page 74: Deleting A Bonded Device

    3-12 MC3000 User Guide 3. The Change Device Name window appears. 4. Enter a new name for the bonded device in the text box. Tap OK. Deleting a Bonded Device If it is no longer necessary to connect with a device, delete it from the Bluetooth Bonded Devices window.

  • Page 75: Discovering Services

    2. When prompted to bond with the remote device the PIN Code Request window appears. Connections to untrusted devices are a security risk. 3. In the PIN Code: text box, enter the same PIN that was entered on the device requesting the bond. The PIN must be between 1 and 16 characters.

  • Page 76: File Transfer Services

    3-14 MC3000 User Guide 3. The mobile computer communicates with the remote device and then lists the services under the device name. Some examples of available services are: • File Transfer Services • Dial-Up Networking Services • Headset or Hands-Free Services •...

  • Page 77: Create New File Or Folder

    8. Select a folder. The contents of the folder appear in the sub-window. 9. Tap and hold on the file. A pop-up menu appears. 10. Select the action to perform: a. New - create a new file or folder. on the remote device b.

  • Page 78: Connect To Internet Using Access Point

    3-16 MC3000 User Guide 3. Tap Open. The file is transferred from the mobile computer to the remote device. Connect to Internet Using Access Point This section explains how to access a Bluetooth-enabled LAN access point (AP) for a network connection. With this method of communication the Internet Explorer can be used to connect to a server.
  • Page 79 6. Tap and hold on Dial-up Networking and select Connect from the pop-up menu. The Select Dial-up Networking Entry window appears. Figure 3-21. Select Dial-up Networking Entry Window If a dial-up entry is not listed, see Add a Dial-up Entry on page 3-18. 7.

  • Page 80: Add A Dial-Up Entry

    3-18 MC3000 User Guide 16. To end a session, tap the Connection icon and then tap Disconnect in the dialog box. Add a Dial-up Entry To add a dial-up entry: 1. In the Select Dial-up Networking Entry window, tap and hold and then select Add Entry from the pop-up menu.

  • Page 81: Send A Picture

    4. Select the Trusted Devices folder. 5. Tap the remote device folder. 6. Tap and hold on OBEX Object Push and select Connect. The OBEX Object Push window appears. 7. In the Action drop-down list, select one of the options: Send Contact Information, Swap Contact Information, Fetch Contact Information or Send a Picture.

  • Page 82: Headset Services

    3-20 MC3000 User Guide 9. Navigate to the picture that you want to send to the other device. 10. Tap Open. 11. Tap OK. The picture is sent to the other device and a confirmation dialog box appears on the other device to accept the picture.

  • Page 83: Personal Area Network Services

    6. Tap and hold Serial Port and select Connect in the pop-up menu. The Remote Service Connection window appears. Figure 3-26. Remote Service Connection Window 7. In the Local COM Port drop-down list select a COM port. 8. Tap OK. Personal Area Network Services Connect two or more Bluetooth devices to share files, collaborate or play multi player games.

  • Page 84: Bluetooth Settings

    3-22 MC3000 User Guide Bluetooth Settings Use the BTExplorer Settings window to configure the operation of the BTExplorer application. Tap Tools - Settings. The BTExplorer Settings window appears. Device Info Tab Use the Device Info tab to configure the mobile computer’s Bluetooth connection modes.

  • Page 85: Services Tab

    Services Tab For security reason, by default services are not enabled. Use the Services tab to add or delete Bluetooth services. Figure 3-28. BTExplorer Settings - Services Tab To add a service: 1. Tap Add. The Add Local Service window displays. 2.

  • Page 86: Dial-Up Networking Service

    3-24 MC3000 User Guide Dial-Up Networking Service Dial-up Networking allows a dial-up modem to be accessed by other Bluetooth devices. Service Name Service Security Local COM Port Local Baud Rate Local Port Options File Transfer Service File transfer allows files to be browsed by other Bluetooth devices.

  • Page 87: Obex Object Push Service

    Root Directory File Permissions OBEX Object Push Service OBEX Object Push allows contacts, business cards, pictures, appointments, and tasks to be pushed to the device by other Bluetooth devices. Figure 3-32. OBEX Exchange Information Window Service Name Service Security Do not allow clients to push objects Inbox Directory Select the directory that other Bluetooth devices can access.

  • Page 88: Personal Area Networking Service

    3-26 MC3000 User Guide Personal Area Networking Service Personal Area Networking hosts a Personal Area Network which allows communication with other Bluetooth devices. Figure 3-33. Personal Area Networking Window Service Name Service Security Support Group Ad-Hoc Networking Serial Port Service Serial port allows COM ports to be accessed by other Bluetooth devices.

  • Page 89: Headset Service

    Using Bluetooth 3-27 Headset Service Serial port allows COM ports to be accessed by other Bluetooth devices. Figure 3-35. Headset Service Window Service Name Displays the name of the service.

  • Page 90: Security Tab

    3-28 MC3000 User Guide Security Tab To adjust the security settings for an individual service, select the Services tab first, then select the individual service, then Properties. Figure 3-36. BTExplorer Settings - Security Tab Use PIN Code (Incoming Connecting) PIN Code Encrypt Link On All Outgoing Connections Select for automatic use of the PIN code entered in the PIN Code text box.

  • Page 91: Discovery Tab

    Discovery Tab Use the Discovery tab to set and modify discovered devices. Figure 3-37. BTExplorer Settings - Discovery Tab Inquiry Length Name Discovery Mode Discovered Devices Sets the amount of time that the mobile computer takes to discover Bluetooth devices in the area.

  • Page 92: Virtual Com Port Tab

    3-30 MC3000 User Guide Virtual COM Port Tab Use the Virtual COM Port tab to select the COM ports for Bluetooth communication. Figure 3-38. BTExplorer Settings - Virtual COM Port Tab COM4:Bluetooth COM5:Bluetooth COM9:Bluetooth If an application uses one of the COM ports assigned to Bluetooth, opening this port causes the Bluetooth stack to activate and guide you through the connection process.

  • Page 93: Miscellaneous Tab

    Miscellaneous Tab Figure 3-40. BTExplorer Settings - Miscellaneous Tab Highlight Connections Apply Text Style Apply Text Color Select the connection type to highlight when connected. In the Wizard Mode, the only option is Favorites or None. In the Explorer Mode the options are None, Tree View Only, List View Only or Tree and List View.
  • Page 94 3-32 MC3000 User Guide...
  • Page 95 Chapter Contents Introduction ................4-3 Cradles .
  • Page 96 MC3000 User Guide Plastic Holster................4-14 Fabric Holster .

  • Page 97: Accessory Power Supply Regulatory Compliance

    Introduction The MC3000 accessories provide a variety of product support capabilities. Accessories include cradles, cables, spare battery chargers and SD cards. Cradles • The Single Slot Serial/USB cradle charges the mobile computer main battery and/or a spare battery. It also synchronizes the mobile computer with a host computer through either a serial or a USB connection.

  • Page 98: Single Slot Serial/Usb Cradle

    • Provides serial connection through the serial pass-through port for communication with a serial device, such as a host computer. For communication setup procedures, refer to the MC3000 Integrator Guide. • Provides USB connection through the USB pass-through port for communication with a USB device, such as a host computer.

  • Page 99: Led Charge Indications

    To charge the spare battery: 1. Insert the spare battery into the spare battery charging slot, bottom first, and pivot the top of the battery down onto the contact pins. 2. Gently press down on the battery to ensure proper contact. 3.

  • Page 100: Four Slot Cradles

    MC3000 User Guide Four Slot Cradles There are two four slot cradles, Four Slot Charge Only cradle and Four Slot Ethernet cradle. The Four Slot Ethernet cradle provides Ethernet communications. Both four slot cradles: • Provide 5.4 VDC power for operating the mobile computer and charging the battery.

  • Page 101: Four Slot Charge Only Cradle

    Accessories 4-7 LED Charge Indications The Four Slot cradles use the mobile computer amber Charge LED Indicator to indicate the battery charging status. See Table 4-1 on page 4-5 for charging status indications. Power LED The green Power LED (only on the Four Slot Charge Only cradle) lights to indicate that the Four Slot Charge Only cradle is connected to a power source.

  • Page 102: Four Slot Spare Battery Charger

    Spare Battery Charging To charge up to four MC3000 spare batteries: 1. Insert the spare battery into the spare battery charging slot, bottom first. 2. Pivot the top of the battery down onto the contact pins.

  • Page 103: Cables

    • Provide serial connection through the serial pass-through port for communication with a serial device, such as a host computer. For communication setup procedures, refer to the MC3000 Integrator Guide. • Provide USB connection through the USB pass-through port for communication with a USB device, such as a host computer.

  • Page 104: Battery Charging And Operating Power

    1. Connect the MC3000 Communication/Charge cable power input connector to the Symbol approved power source. 2. Slide the bottom of the mobile computer into the MC3000 connector end of the MC3000 Communication/Charge cable and gently press in until the snaps latch into the mobile computer.

  • Page 105: Universal Battery Charger (Ubc) Adapter

    Universal Battery Charger (UBC) Adapter The UBC Adapter can be used with a power supply as a standalone spare battery charger or it can be used with the four station UBC2000 to simultaneously charge up to four spare batteries. For additional information on the UBC 2000, refer to the UBC 2000 Quick Reference Guide p/n 70-33188-xx.

  • Page 106: Ubc Adapter Led Charge Indications

    4-12 MC3000 User Guide UBC Adapter LED Charge Indications The UBC Adapter charging LEDs indicate the battery charging status. The Standard Battery usually charges in less than four hours and the Extended Life Battery usually charges in less than six hours.

  • Page 107: Secure Device Card

    Secure Device Card The Secure Device (SD) card provides secondary non-volatile storage (the flash memory is slower than RAM). The SD card holder is located under the battery. Follow proper Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) precautions to avoid damaging the SD card. Proper ESD precautions include, but are not limited to, working on an ESD mat and ensuring that the operator is properly grounded.

  • Page 108: Plastic Holster

    4-14 MC3000 User Guide Plastic Holster The Plastic Holster provides a holder for the mobile computer. It consists of a mobile computer holder and a detachable belt clip. Press the release button to remove the detachable belt clip. Release Button...
  • Page 109 Accessories 4-15 To insert the mobile computer, slide the mobile computer into the Plastic Holster with the screen facing the user. To remove the mobile computer, press and lift to remove the mobile computer. Insert Mobile Computer Remove Mobile Computer Figure 4-10.

  • Page 110: Fabric Holster

    4-16 MC3000 User Guide Fabric Holster The Fabric Holster provides a soft holder for the mobile computer. It consists of a fabric mobile computer holder, a detachable shoulder strap and a detachable belt clip. Press the release button to remove the detachable belt clip. See...

  • Page 111: Shoulder Strap

    Shoulder Strap Remove the detachable belt clip (see Figure 4-11 on page Shoulder Strap Figure 4-13. Attach the Fabric Holster To the Shoulder Strap The Fabric Holster holds the mobile computer on a belt or waist band. 1. To insert the mobile computer, slide the mobile computer into the Fabric Holster with the screen facing the user. 2.
  • Page 112 4-18 MC3000 User Guide...

  • Page 113: Troubleshooting

    Maintenance & Troubleshooting Introduction ................5- 3 Maintaining the Mobile Computer.
  • Page 114 MC3000 User Guide...

  • Page 115: Introduction

    Introduction This chapter includes instructions on cleaning and storing the mobile computer, and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during mobile computer operation. Maintaining the Mobile Computer For trouble-free service, observe the following tips when using the mobile computer: • Do not scratch the screen of the mobile computer. When working with the mobile computer, use the supplied stylus or plastic-tipped pens intended for use with a touch-sensitive screen.

  • Page 116: Troubleshooting

    Incorrect cable configuration. See the system administrator or refer to the MC3000 Integrator Guide. Communication software was incorrectly installed or configured. Mobile computer does not emit Volume setting is low or sound.
  • Page 117 Table 5-1. Troubleshooting the Mobile Computer (Continued) Problem Cause The mobile computer does not Scanning application is not accept scan input. loaded. Unreadable bar code. Distance between scan window and bar code is incorrect. Mobile computer is not programmed for the bar code type.

  • Page 118: Single Slot Serial/Usb Cradle

    Verify that other batteries charge properly. If so, replace the faulty battery. Replace mobile computer in cradle and retransmit. See the system administrator or refer to the MC3000 Integrator Guide. See the system administrator or refer to the MC3000 Integrator Guide.

  • Page 119: Four Slot Charge Only Cradle

    Remove and re-insert the mobile computer into the cradle, ensuring it is correctly seated. Replace mobile computer in cradle and retransmit. See the system administrator or refer to the MC3000 Integrator Guide. See the system administrator. Probable Ethernet connection error.

  • Page 120: Four Slot Spare Battery Charger

    MC3000 User Guide Four Slot Spare Battery Charger Table 5-5. Troubleshooting the Four Slot Spare Battery Charger Symptom Possible Cause Spare Battery Charging LED Spare battery is not correctly does not light when spare seated. battery is inserted. Spare battery is not charging.

  • Page 121: Cables

    Table 5-7. Troubleshooting the Cables Ensure the power cable is connected securely to both the cable and to AC power. Remove and re-attach the mobile computer to the MC3000 connector, ensuring it is correctly seated. Ensure cable is receiving power. Ensure the mobile computer is seated correctly. If the mobile computer battery is fully depleted, it can take up to four hours to fully recharge a Standard Battery and it can take up to six hours to fully recharge an Extended Life Battery.
  • Page 122 5-10 MC3000 User Guide...

  • Page 123: Appendix Contents

    Technical Specifications Appendix Contents Mobile Computer And Accessory Technical Specifications ........A-3...
  • Page 124 MC3000 Integrator Guide...

  • Page 125: Mobile Computer And Accessory Technical Specifications

    7.60 in L x 3.18 in W x 6.54 in D (193 mm L x 80.8 mm W x 166 mm H) Weights MC3000-R (with standard battery)* - 12.9 oz (366 g) MC3000-K (with extended battery)* - 14.6 oz (414 g) MC3000-G (with extended battery)* - 18.6 oz (527 g) *For WLAN mobile computers add approximately 0.5 oz (14 g).
  • Page 126 MC3000 Integrator Guide Table A-1. Mobile Computer Technical Specifications (Continued) Processor/Memory Intel Intel Interface RS232, 115.2 kbps max, and USB WLAN Symbol Spectrum 24, 802.11abg Keypad Options 28-Key, 38-Key and 48-Key Data Capture: Code 39, code 128, code 93, codabar, code 11, discrete 2 of 5, EAN-3, EAN-13, EAN-128, interleaved 2 of 5, UPCA, 1-D Decode Capability* UPCE and UPC/EAN supplements.

  • Page 127: Appendix B. Keypad Functions/Special Characters

    Keypad Functions/Special Characters Appendix Contents Introduction ................B-3 Keypads .
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  • Page 129: Introduction

    Introduction This appendix contains the keypad functions/special characters for the 38-Key keypad. Each function/special character is included in the table along with how the function/special character is generated. Keypads The mobile computer is available with one of three keypads: • 28-key keypad •...
  • Page 130 MC3000 User Guide Table B-1. Special Character Generation Map 28-Key Keypad Key Sequence, Special Special Character Character Generation Use the Keyboard Input Panel* Use the Keyboard Input Panel* Use the Keyboard Input Panel* Use the Keyboard Input Panel* Use the Keyboard Input Panel*...

  • Page 131: Appendix C. Regulatory

    Regulatory Appendix Contents Introduction ................B-3 Accessory Power Supply Regulatory Compliance .
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  • Page 133: Introduction

    Four Slot Spare Battery Charger Power Supply this device and may be dangerous. Hinweis: Benutzen Sie nur eine von Symbol Technologies genehmigte Stromversorgung mit einer Ausgangsleistung von 12 V (Gleichstrom) und mindestens 3.3 A. Die Stromversorgung ist nach EN60950 für die Verwendung in SELV-Stromkreisen zertifiziert.
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  • Page 135: Glossary

    802.11/802.11abg Access Point ® AirBEAM Manager Glossary A radio protocol that may be used by the Symbol radio card. Access Point (AP) refers to Symbol’s Ethernet Access Point. It is a piece of communications equipment that manages communications between the host computer system and one or more wireless terminals.
  • Page 136 GL-2 MC3000 User Guide ® AirBEAM Smart Client Aperture ASCII Autodiscrimination Bar Code Bar Code Density Bar Height Bar Width Bits per Second (bps) AirBEAM® Smart Client is part of Symbol’s AirBEAM® suite, which also includes AirBEAM® Safe and AirBEAM®...
  • Page 137 Byte boot or boot-up CDRH CDRH Class 1 CDRH Class 2 Character Character Set Check Digit Codabar Code 128 Code 3 of 9 (Code 39) Code 93 Code Length Cold Boot On an addressable boundary, eight adjacent binary digits (0 and 1) combined in a pattern to represent a specific character or numeric value.
  • Page 138 GL-4 MC3000 User Guide COM port Continuous Code Cradle Dead Zone Decode Decode Algorithm Decryption Depth of Field Discrete Code Discrete 2 of 5 Element Encoded Area Ethernet Flash Memory Communication port; ports are identified by number, e.g., COM1, COM2.
  • Page 139 Flash Memory Gateway Address Hard Reset Host Computer IEC (825) Class 1 Interleaved 2 of 5 imaging scanning Intercharacter Gap Interleaved Bar Code Flash memory is responsible for storing the system firmware and is non-volatile. If the system power is interrupted the data is not be lost.
  • Page 140 GL-6 MC3000 User Guide Interleaved 2 of 5 Internet Protocol Address IP Address laser scanner LASER Laser Diode LED Indicator Light Emitting Diode Misread (Misdecode) A binary bar code symbology representing character pairs in groups of five bars and five interleaved spaces.
  • Page 141 Mobile Computer Nominal Nominal Size Parameter Percent Decode Quiet Zone Reflectance Resolution ROM-DOS Router RS232 Scan Area Scanner In this text, mobile computer refers to the Symbol portable computer. It can be set up to run as a stand-alone device, or it can be set up to communicate with a network, using wireless radio technology.
  • Page 142 GL-8 MC3000 User Guide Scanning Mode Scanning Sequence Self-Checking Code Shared Key SMDK Soft Reset Space Specular Reflection Spring Radio Protocol Start/Stop Character STEP Subnet Subnet Mask Substrate SVTP Symbol Symbol Aspect Ratio Symbol Height The scanner is energized, programmed and ready to read a bar code.
  • Page 143 Symbol Length Symbology Tolerance Visible Laser Diode (VLD) Warm Boot Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) WNMP Length of symbol measured from the beginning of the quiet zone (margin) adjacent to the start character to the end of the quiet zone (margin) adjacent to a stop character.
  • Page 144 GL-10 MC3000 User Guide...

  • Page 145: Index

    LED indicators .....4-8 MC3000 communication/charge cables battery charging ....4-10 LED indicators .
  • Page 146 ......1-9 MC3000 communication/charge cables ..4-10 battery charging ....4-10 temperature range .
  • Page 147 LED indicators ......4-10 MC3000-K parts ......1-4, 1-5 MC3000-R parts .
  • Page 148 IN-4 MC3000 User Guide contrast .......2-3 specifications ......A-3 SD card .

  • Page 149: Tell Us What You Think

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  • Page 152 Symbol Technologies, Inc. One Symbol Plaza Holtsville, New York 11742-1300 http://www.symbol.com 72E-68899-02 Revision A - October 2005...

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