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Add Direct Part Marking information, MC3090S 128 MB RAM/64 MB Flash configuration and update SMDK information. -03 Rev A Jan 2007 Add 20-key mechanical keypad, Fusion 2.5, BT Profile application. -04 Rev A August 2007 Motorola re-branding, operating system update: OEM version 05.26.0000.
Table of Contents Patents..............................ii Revision History............................ iii About This Guide Introduction ............................xi Documentation Set ......................... xi Configurations............................xii Software Versions........................... xiii Chapter Descriptions ..........................xiv Notational Conventions......................... xiv Related Documents and Software ......................xv Service Information..........................xv Chapter 1: Getting Started Introduction ............................
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MC3000 User Guide Bluetooth Radio ........................1-15 On Device with CE 5.0 (OEM Version 01.16 or higher) ..............1-15 WLAN Radio ..........................1-15 Bluetooth Radio ........................1-15 Chapter 2: Operating the MC3000 Introduction ............................2-1 Power Button ............................2-1 Keypads ............................... 2-1 Keypad Special Functions ........................
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Table of Contents Chapter 3: Using Bluetooth Introduction ............................3-1 Security ..............................3-2 Turning the Bluetooth Radio Mode On and Off ................... 3-2 Disabling Bluetooth ........................3-2 Enabling Bluetooth ......................... 3-3 Bluetooth Power States ......................... 3-3 Cold Boot ..........................3-3 Warm Boot ..........................
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viii MC3000 User Guide Cradles ............................4-1 Spare Battery Chargers ......................... 4-1 Cables ............................4-1 SD Card ............................4-2 Plastic Holster ..........................4-2 Fabric Holster ..........................4-2 Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle ......................4-2 Battery Charging ..........................4-2 LED Charge Indications ......................4-3 Four Slot Cradles ..........................
About This Guide Introduction This guide provides information about using the MC3000 mobile computers and accessories. NOTE 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. •...
MC3000 User Guide Configurations This guide covers the following configurations: Data Operating Configuration Radios Display Memory Keypads Capture System MC3000R None Color or 32 MB RAM/ 1D laser Windows 28, 38 or 48 monochrome 64 MB Flash or scanner in CE 5.0 Core or 64 MB RAM/ rotating...
About This Guide xiii Software Versions This guide covers various software configurations and references are made to operating system or software versions for: • OEM version • Fusion version. OEM Software To determine the OEM software version: > > > icon >...
MC3000 User Guide Chapter Descriptions Topics covered in this guide are as follows: • Chapter 1, Getting Started, describes the mobile computer’s physical characteristics, how to install and charge the batteries, remove and replace the Strap/Door assembly and how to start the mobile computer for the first time.
Software type and version number Motorola responds to calls by email, telephone or fax within the time limits set forth in support agreements. If your problem cannot be solved by Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support, you may need to return your equipment for servicing and will be given specific directions.
• Extended life battery (lithium-ion) • Cable(s) • Power supply • Cradles. Inspect the equipment for damage. If any equipment is missing or damaged, contact the Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support immediately. See Service Information on page xv for contact information.
1 - 2 MC3000 User Guide Accessories Table 1-1 lists the MC3000 accessories. Table 1-1 MC3000 Accessories Accessory Description Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle Charges the mobile computer main battery and a spare battery, and synchronizes the mobile computer with a host computer through either a serial or USB connection.
Getting Started 1 - 3 Parts There are three versions of the MC3000 mobile computers, the MC3000 1D/2D Imager (MC3000S or MC3090S), the MC3000 Laser with Rotating Scan Turret (MC3000R or MC3090R) and the MC3090 Gun (MC3090G). For more information on the Rotating Scan Turret, see Figure 1-3 on page 1-4.
1 - 4 MC3000 User Guide Headset Jack Scan Window (optional) Scan Window Headset Jack Strap/Door (optional) Assembly Screws Stylus Strap/Door Assembly Stylus Holder Latches MC3000R MC3000S MC3000 Imager and MC3000 Laser Mobile Computers (Back View) Figure 1-2 Rotating Scan Turret The MC3000R mobile computer features a Rotating Scan Turret with three position stops.
Getting Started 1 - 5 Scan LED Charge LED Beeper Indicators Indicator (red/green) (amber) Indicator LED Bar Display Scan Button Keypad Power Scan LED Indicator (red/green) Trigger MC3090G Mobile Computer Figure 1-4 Mobile Computer Startup To start using the mobile computer: •...
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1 - 6 MC3000 User Guide CAUTION On the MC3090G battery, do not remove the battery pull tab. The pull tab is for enabling easy battery removal from the device. Insert the battery into the slot, bottom first and press the battery gently into the slot. The battery clip locks the battery into place.
Getting Started 1 - 7 Hand Strap Latches 0.5 in. (12.7 mm) Strap/Door Assembly Battery Strap/Door Assembly Main Battery Installation (MC3090G) Figure 1-6 Battery Charging CAUTION Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in Battery Safety Guidelines on page 7-1. Use the mobile computer cradles, cables and spare battery chargers to charge the mobile computer main battery.
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1 - 8 MC3000 User Guide removed from the mobile computer or the main battery is fully discharged, the memory backup battery completely discharges in several hours. When the main battery reaches a very low battery state, the combination of main battery and backup battery retains data in memory for at least 72 hours.
Getting Started 1 - 9 Spare Battery Charging There are three accessories that can be used to charge a spare battery: • Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle • Four Slot Spare Battery Charger • UBC Adapter. To charge a spare battery: Connect the charging accessory to the appropriate power source.
1 - 10 MC3000 User Guide 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. These screens also appear when a cold boot is performed. If the mobile computer does not power on, see Resetting the Mobile Computer on page 2-28.
Getting Started 1 - 11 Waking the Mobile Computer The wakeup condition settings are used to define what actions wake up the mobile computer. The settings are configurable so they are subject to change/update. For more information see, Waking the Mobile Computer on page 2-29.
1 - 12 MC3000 User Guide Latches Strap/Door Assembly 0.5 in. (12.7 mm) Battery Pull Tab Battery with Pull Tab Battery without Pull Tab Main Battery Removal (MC3090G) Figure 1-11 NOTE The SD card holder is located under the battery. To install the SD card, see Secure Device Card on page 4-12. Strap/Door Assembly Removal and Replacement (MC3000S/R) The Strap/Door Assembly consists of a hand strap and the battery door.
Getting Started 1 - 13 Hand Strap Latches Strap/Door Assembly Mounting #00 Phillips Strap Loop Clip Screwdriver Screws Mounting Clip Strap/Door Removal and Replacement (MC3000S/R) Figure 1-12 Strap/Door Assembly Removal and Replacement (MC3090G) 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.
1 - 14 MC3000 User Guide Loop Button Strap/Door Assembly Latches 0.5 in. (12.7 mm) Strap/Door Removal and Replacement (MC3090G) Figure 1-13 Turning Off the Radios On Device with CE 5.0 (OEM Version 01.15 or lower) NOTE To determine the operating system OEM version, see Configurations on page xii. WLAN Radio To turn off the WLAN radio: >...
Getting Started 1 - 15 Select displays in the text box at the top of the window. WLP1: WLP1: In the drop-down list box, select Bluetooth Radio To turn off the Bluetooth radio, tap icon in the task tray and select Bluetooth Disable Bluetooth Bluetooth Icon...
Chapter 2 Operating the MC3000 Introduction This chapter provides basic instructions for using the mobile computer and navigating the mobile computer software. Power Button Press the red Power button to toggle the mobile computer between suspend and resume. When the screen is off the mobile computer is in suspend mode and when the screen is on the mobile computer is on.
2 - 2 MC3000 User Guide Keypad Special Functions The keypad special functions are color coded on the keypads. For example, on the 38-key keypad, the display contrast icon is blue indicating that the blue function key must be selected first along with the F6 key, to increase the display contrast.
Operating the MC3000 2 - 3 20-Key Mechanical Keypad The 20-key mechanical 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.
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2 - 4 MC3000 User Guide Table 2-2 20-Key Mechanical Keypad Descriptions (Continued) Description Numeric keys Produces 0 - 9 numeric characters. period Produces a (.) period. Produces a backspace. Exits the current operation. ENTER Executes a selected item or function. Produces a TAB character when pressed after the key.
Operating the MC3000 2 - 5 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.
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2 - 6 MC3000 User Guide Table 2-3 28-Key Descriptions (Continued) Description Scroll Left and Right Moves left and right from one item to another. Increases/decreases specified values. Produces a TAB when the blue FUNC key is activated and the right arrow key is pressed.
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Operating the MC3000 2 - 7 Table 2-3 28-Key Descriptions (Continued) Description ALPHA (orange) Press the orange ALPHA key to access the alternate ALPHA characters (shown on the keypad in orange). The icon appears on the taskbar. Press and release the orange ALPHA key again to return to the default keypad functions.
2 - 8 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.
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Operating the MC3000 2 - 9 Table 2-4 38-Key Descriptions (Continued) Description Scan (yellow) Used in scanning applications, press to scan a bar code. Scroll Left and Right Moves left and right from one item to another by default. Produces a TAB when the blue FUNC key is activated and the right arrow key is pressed.
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2 - 10 MC3000 User Guide Table 2-4 38-Key Descriptions (Continued) Description Comma Produces a comma by default. Produces alpha values when the orange ALPHA key is activated. Special Function/Alpha Special function by default or when the blue FUNC key is activated. Produces alpha values when the orange ALPHA key is activated.
Operating the MC3000 2 - 11 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.
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2 - 12 MC3000 User Guide Table 2-5 48-Key Descriptions (Continued) Description Numeric/Scroll/Select Numeric, scroll, select keys. Numeric by default. With the orange key activated, the 2, 4, 6, and 8 keys produce scroll functions and the 5 . . . key produces a select function.
Operating the MC3000 2 - 13 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.
2 - 14 MC3000 User Guide Taskbar The taskbar (at the bottom of the screen) displays the Start button, active programs, battery status and communication status. The taskbar icons are described in Table 2-6. The taskbar icons display the function status, indicate what programs are active and indicate the battery charge status.
Operating the MC3000 2 - 15 Table 2-6 Taskbar Icons (Continued) Icon Description Indicates that the wireless application radio is not connected to a wireless LAN network. The Bluetooth Enabled icon appears in the task tray and indicates that the Bluetooth radio is on. The Bluetooth Disabled icon appears in the task tray and indicates that the Bluetooth radio is off.
2 - 16 MC3000 User Guide • Help: Accesses the Windows CE Help. Not available on mobile computers running Windows CE .NET 5.0 Core. • Run . . . : Runs a program or application. • Suspend: Places the mobile computer in the suspend state. Figure 2-8 Start Menu Programs Menu...
Operating the MC3000 2 - 17 Windows CE .NET 5.0 Core desktop functions include: • My Computer: Double-tap the icon to open My Computer. • Recycle Bin: Deleted files remain in the recycle bin until the recycle bin is emptied. Once emptied the files cannot be retrieved.
2 - 18 MC3000 User Guide Properties > > . The Task Manager, Properties window displays, see Start Control Panel Taskbar and Start Menu ... Figure 2-10 on page 2-17. Tap Properties to display the Taskbar and Start Menu, General tab. This menu provides taskbar options: •...
Operating the MC3000 2 - 19 Entering Information To enter information: • Use the keypad. • Use the keyboard input panel (soft keyboard) to enter text. • Scan bar code data into data fields. ® ® • Use Microsoft ActiveSync to synchronize or copy information from the host computer to the mobile computer.
2 - 20 MC3000 User Guide Data Capture The mobile computer has an integrated scanner or imager that collects data by scanning bar codes. Laser Scanning To scan bar codes with the mobile computer: Ensure that the mobile computer is loaded with a scanning application. If the mobile computer is equipped with a rotating head, adjust the head prior to scanning.
Operating the MC3000 2 - 21 • Range Any scanning device decodes well over a particular working range (minimum and maximum distances from the bar code). This range varies according to bar code density and scanning device optics. Scanning within range brings quick and constant decodes; scanning too close or too far away prevents decodes.
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2 - 22 MC3000 User Guide 30.48 22.86 Note: Typical performance at 73˚ F (23˚ C) on high quality symbols. 15.25 7.62 MC3000 7.62 5 mil 7.5 mil 15.25 10 mil 10.8 22.86 UPC A 12.7 20 mil 17.9 30.48 40 mil 26.4 55 mil...
Operating the MC3000 2 - 23 Table 2-8 MC3000 Laser Decode Ranges (Continued) Ranges Bar Code Density Near 20 mil 1.4 in 17.9 in 3.56 cm 45.47 cm 40 mil 2.4 in 26.4 in 6.10 cm 67.06 cm 55 mil 3.4 in 30.6 in 8.64 cm...
2 - 24 MC3000 User Guide Pick List Mode Pick List mode allows the user to selectively decode a bar code when more than one bar code is in the mobile computer’s field of view. By moving the aiming crosshair over the wanted bar code the user can selectively read only the required bar code.
Operating the MC3000 2 - 25 Figure 2-20 Pick List Mode with Multiple Bar Codes in Aiming Pattern The aiming pattern is smaller when the Imager is closer to the symbol and larger when it is farther from the symbol. Scan symbols with smaller bars or elements (mil size) closer to the unit and those with larger bars or elements (mil size) farther from the unit.
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2 - 26 MC3000 User Guide 15.24 12.7 10.16 Note: Typical performance at 73˚ F (23˚ C) on high quality symbols. 7.62 5.08 2.54 MC3000 2.54 5.08 5 mil PDF417 6.67 mil 7.62 7.5 mil 10.7 10.16 PDF417 10 mil 11.1 UPC A 14.2...
Operating the MC3000 2 - 27 Table 2-9 MC3000 Imager Decode Ranges (Continued) Ranges Bar Code Density Near PDF417 6.67 mil 5.3 in 7.7 in 13.46 cm 19.56 cm PDF417 10 mil 4.3 in 11.1 in 10.92 cm 28.19 cm PDF417 15 mil 3.8 in 14.4 in...
2 - 28 MC3000 User Guide Press the scan button. The Scan LED Indicators illuminate red to indicate that the laser is on. The Scan LED Indicators illuminate green and a beep sounds to indicate a successful decode. Resetting the Mobile Computer If the mobile computer stops responding to input, reset it.
Operating the MC3000 2 - 29 Calibrate the touch screen. See Calibration Screen on page 1-10 to calibrate the mobile computer screen. Waking the Mobile Computer The wakeup conditions define what actions wake up the mobile computer after it has gone into suspend mode. The mobile computer can go into suspend mode by either pressing the Power button or automatically by Control Panel time-out settings.
2 - 30 MC3000 User Guide • The Windows, Program Files, profiles, and My Documents folders are composites, RAM based folders generated from ROM (many of these files are marked read only). • The Network folder is a link to file systems mapped using the network redirector. The files do not physically reside on the mobile computer.
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Operating the MC3000 2 - 31 Figure 2-25 Typical Internet Explorer (IE) Connection...
Chapter 3 Using Bluetooth Introduction Bluetooth-equipped devices can communicate without wires, using frequency-hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) RF to transmit and receive data in the 2.4 GHz Industry Scientific and Medical (ISM) band (802.15.1). Bluetooth wireless technology is specifically designed for short-range (30 feet/10 meters) communications and low power consumption.
3 - 2 MC3000 User Guide class is difficult to obtain due to power and device differences, and whether one measures open space or closed office space. NOTE It is not recommended to perform Bluetooth wireless technology inquiry when high rate 802.11b operation is required.
Using Bluetooth 3 - 3 Figure 3-1 Disable Bluetooth Enabling Bluetooth To enable Bluetooth, tap icon > . The icon changes to indicate that Bluetooth Bluetooth Enable Bluetooth Bluetooth is enabled. Figure 3-2 Enable Bluetooth Bluetooth Power States Cold Boot When a cold boot is performed on the mobile computer, Bluetooth turns off.
3 - 4 MC3000 User Guide Suspend When the mobile computer suspends, Bluetooth turns off. NOTE When the mobile computer is placed in suspend mode, the Bluetooth radio mode powers off and the piconet (Bluetooth connection) is dropped. When the mobile computer resumes, it could take up to 10 seconds for the Bluetooth radio driver to re-initialize the radio.
Using Bluetooth 3 - 5 Modes The BTExplorer application has two mode for managing Bluetooth connections: Wizard Mode and Explorer Mode. The Wizard Mode is for novice Bluetooth users and the Explorer Mode is for experienced Bluetooth users. Wizard Mode Wizard Mode provides a simple step by step process for discovering and connecting to Bluetooth devices.
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3 - 6 MC3000 User Guide Figure 3-5 Select Remote Device Window NOTE Devices discovered previously are listed to save time. To start a new device discovery, tap and hold and select Discover Devices from the menu. 5. Select a device from the list and then tap .
Using Bluetooth 3 - 7 Figure 3-7 Connection Summary Window 9. Tap to connect to the service. Connect The following actions are available in the drop-down list (actions may vary depending upon configurations): • Explore Services on Remote Device • Pair with a Remote Device •...
3 - 8 MC3000 User Guide 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: •...
Using Bluetooth 3 - 9 Figure 3-10 Discover Devices 5. The discovered devices display in the folder. Untrusted Devices Figure 3-11 Discovered Devices Listed in Untrusted Folder 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.
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3 - 10 MC3000 User Guide Figure 3-12 Pair a Remote Device 3. Select from the pop-up menu. Pair 4. On the mobile computer, the window appears. PIN Code Request Figure 3-13 PIN Code Request Window 5. In the text box, enter the PIN number (between 1 and 16 characters) and then tap OK. PIN Code: 6.
Using Bluetooth 3 - 11 Renaming a Bonded Device If it is necessary to rename a bonded device, it can be done from the window. BTExplorer 1. Launch BTExplorer 2. Tap and hold the device to rename and select in the pop-up menu. Rename Figure 3-15 Rename Device Selection Dialog Box...
3 - 12 MC3000 User Guide Figure 3-17 Delete a Bonded Device 3. A confirmation dialog appears. Tap Yes. Accepting a Bond When a remote device wants to bond with a mobile computer you give permission by entering a PIN when requested.
Using Bluetooth 3 - 13 Discovering Services Before services can be used, you must first discover remote devices and then bond to those devices. To determine what services are available on a bonded remote device: 1. Tap the icon and select Bluetooth Show BTExplorer 2.
3 - 14 MC3000 User Guide File Transfer Services NOTE Shared folders are a security risk. To transfer files between the mobile computer and another Bluetooth enabled device: 1. Ensure the mobile computer is discoverable and connectable. See Bluetooth Settings on page 3-21. 2.
Using Bluetooth 3 - 15 Delete File To delete a file from the remote device: 1. Tap and hold on the file and select Delete 2. In the dialog box tap Delete Remote Device File Get File To copy a file from a remote device: 1.
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3 - 16 MC3000 User Guide Prior to creating a connection, ensure the following: • Bluetooth phone is turned on. • Bluetooth phone is discoverable. (Some phones may also need to be pairable in order to accept a bonding request. For more information, refer to the phone documentation.) •...
Using Bluetooth 3 - 17 Figure 3-23 Network Log On Window 10. In the text box, enter the user name for this connection. User name: 11. In the text box, enter the password for this connection. Password: 12. In the text box, enter the domain for this connection, if required.
3 - 18 MC3000 User Guide 3. In the text box, enter a name for this connection. Name for the connection 4. In the text box, enter the country code for the country that you are calling. Country Code 5. In the text box, enter the area code.
Using Bluetooth 3 - 19 Figure 3-25 OBEX Object Push Window 7. In the drop-down list, select Action Send A Picture 8. Tap . The window appears. Send Local Picture Figure 3-26 Send Local Picture Window 9. Navigate to the picture that you want to send to the other device. 10.
3 - 20 MC3000 User Guide 5. Tap the remote device folder. 6. Tap and hold on the remote device and select . A headset service item appears. Explore 7. Tap and hold on the headset service name and select Connect 8.
Using Bluetooth 3 - 21 Personal Area Network Services Connect two or more Bluetooth devices to share files, collaborate or play multi player games. To establish a Personal Area Network connection: 1. Ensure the mobile computer is discoverable and connectable. See Bluetooth Settings on page 3-21. 2.
3 - 22 MC3000 User Guide Services Tab For security reason, by default services are not enabled. Use the tab to add or delete Bluetooth services. Services Figure 3-29 BTExplorer Settings - Services Tab To add a service: 1. Tap .
Using Bluetooth 3 - 23 Figure 3-31 Add Local Service Window Service Name Displays the name of the service. Service Security Select the type of security from the drop-down list; None Authenticate Authenticate/Encrypt Local COM Port Select the COM port. Select COM1 to use a modem or other device that is connected to the connector on the bottom of the mobile computer.
3 - 24 MC3000 User Guide 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 3-33 OBEX Exchange Information Window Service Name Displays the name of the service. Service Security Select the type of security from the drop-down list;...
Using Bluetooth 3 - 25 Service Security Select the type of security from the drop-down list; None Authenticate Authenticate/Encrypt Support Group Ad-Hoc Select to enable Ad-Hoc networking. Networking Serial Port Service Serial port allows COM ports to be accessed by other Bluetooth devices. Figure 3-35 Serial Port Service Window Service Name...
3 - 26 MC3000 User Guide Figure 3-36 Headset Service Window Service Name Displays the name of the service. Security Tab To adjust the security settings for an individual service, select the tab first, then select the individual Services service, then Properties Figure 3-37 BTExplorer Settings - Security Tab...
Using Bluetooth 3 - 27 Figure 3-38 BTExplorer Settings - Discovery Tab Inquiry Length Sets the amount of time that the mobile computer takes to discover Bluetooth devices in the area. Name Discovery Mode Select either Automatic or manual. Discovered Devices Deletes all discovered devices and link keys.
3 - 28 MC3000 User Guide Figure 3-40 COM Port Connection Miscellaneous Tab Figure 3-41 BTExplorer Settings - Miscellaneous Tab Highlight Connections 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...
Chapter 4 Accessories 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.
4 - 2 MC3000 User Guide SD Card The SD card provides additional storage capacity for the mobile computer. Plastic Holster The Plastic Holster provides a clip on holder for the mobile computer. Fabric Holster The Fabric Holster provides a clip on holder for the mobile computer. Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle CAUTION Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in Battery Safety Guidelines on page 7-1.
Accessories 4 - 3 USB Port Serial Port Spare Battery Indicator Spare Battery LED Bar Charging Slot Battery Clip Charge LED Indicator (amber) Power Port Mobile Computer Slot Spare Battery Charging Figure 4-1 Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle 2. When charging is complete, remove the mobile computer from the mobile computer slot. To charge the spare battery: 1.
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4 - 4 MC3000 User Guide Table 4-1 LED Charging Status Indicators Indication Mobile Computer Charging (LED on mobile computer) Mobile computer not placed correctly in the cradle; cable not connected correctly; charger is not powered. Fast Blinking Amber Error in charging; check placement of mobile computer. Slow Blinking Amber Mobile computer is charging.
Accessories 4 - 5 Four Slot Cradles CAUTION Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in Battery Safety Guidelines on page 7-1. There are two four slot cradles, Four Slot Charge Only cradle and Four Slot Ethernet cradle. The Four Slot Ethernet cradle provides Ethernet communications.
4 - 6 MC3000 User Guide 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 4-4 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.
Accessories 4 - 7 Four Slot Spare Battery Charger CAUTION Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in Battery Safety Guidelines on page 7-1. The Four Slot Spare Battery Charger simultaneously charges up to four spare batteries. CAUTION Use only a Symbol approved power supply output rated 12 VDC and minimum 3.3 A.
4 - 8 MC3000 User Guide LED Charge Indications The Spare Battery Charging LEDs indicate the spare battery charging status. The Spare Battery Charging LEDs are arranged in the same pattern as the spare battery charging slots so that the charging status of each battery can be identified.
Accessories 4 - 9 Snaps Figure 4-4 Cables Battery Charging and Operating Power CAUTION Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in Battery Safety Guidelines on page 7-1. The MC3000 Communication/Charge cables can charge the mobile computer battery and supply operating power. To charge the mobile computer battery: 1.
4 - 10 MC3000 User Guide Universal Battery Charger (UBC) Adapter CAUTION Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in Battery Safety Guidelines on page 7-1. 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.
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Accessories 4 - 11 POWER READY or STANDBY or FAULT (Green) (Flashing Yellow) (Solid Yellow) CHARGING (Solid Yellow) Figure 4-6 UBC Adapter LEDs Table 4-2 UBC Adapter Charge LED Status Indications Indication Description POWER Green Power is connected to the UBC Adapter. READY or Green Charging complete.
4 - 12 MC3000 User Guide 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 CAUTION precautions include, but are not limited to, working on an ESD mat and ensuring that the operator is properly grounded.
Accessories 4 - 13 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 Detachable Belt Clip Mobile Computer Holder Figure 4-8...
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4 - 14 MC3000 User Guide Insert Mobile Computer Remove Mobile Computer Figure 4-10 Insert and Remove the Mobile Computer...
Accessories 4 - 15 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. Figure 4-11 to remove the detachable clip see Figure 4-12 on page 4-15...
4 - 16 MC3000 User Guide Shoulder Strap Remove the detachable belt clip (see Figure 4-11 on page 4-15) and attach the shoulder strap. Shoulder Strap Clip Release 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.
Particular care should be taken where the device is charged in a non-commercial environment. • Do not use incompatible batteries and chargers. If you have any questions about the compatibility of a battery or a charger, contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility support. See Service Information on page xv for contact information.
Do not place battery into a microwave oven or dryer. • Do not dispose of batteries in fire. • If you suspect damage to your equipment or battery, contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility support to arrange for inspection. See Service Information on page xv for contact information. Troubleshooting Mobile Computer...
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Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5 - 3 Table 5-1 Troubleshooting the Mobile Computer (Continued) Problem Cause Solution During data Mobile computer Replace the mobile computer in the cradle, or reattach the cable communication, no data removed from cradle and re-transmit. was transmitted, or or unplugged from transmitted data was host computer during...
5 - 4 MC3000 User Guide Table 5-1 Troubleshooting the Mobile Computer (Continued) Problem Cause Solution The mobile computer Scanning application Verify that the mobile computer is loaded with a scanning does not accept scan is not loaded. application. See the system administrator. input.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5 - 5 Table 5-2 Troubleshooting the Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle (Continued) Symptom Possible Cause Solution Spare battery is not Battery not fully seated in Remove and re-insert the spare battery into the cradle, charging. charging slot. ensuring it is correctly seated.
5 - 6 MC3000 User Guide Four Slot Ethernet Cradle Table 5-4 Troubleshooting the Four Slot Ethernet Cradle Problem Cause Solution Mobile computer amber Cradle is not receiving power. Ensure the power cable is connected securely to Charge LED Indicator does both the cradle and to AC power.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5 - 7 Table 5-5 Troubleshooting the Four Slot Spare Battery Charger (Continued) Symptom Possible Cause Solution Spare battery is not Charger is not Ensure the power cable is connected securely to both the charger charging. receiving power. and to AC power.
5 - 8 MC3000 User Guide Cables Table 5-7 Troubleshooting the Cables Symptom Possible Cause Solution Mobile computer Cable is not receiving Ensure the power cable is connected securely to both the cable amber Charge LED power. and to AC power. Indicator does not Mobile computer is not Remove and re-attach the mobile computer to the MC3000...
Appendix ATechnical Specifications Mobile Computer And Accessory Technical Specifications Table A-1 summarizes the mobile computer technical specifications and intended operating environments. Table A-2 summarizes the accessory technical specifications and the intended operating environments. Table A-1 Mobile Computer Technical Specifications Item Description Operating Temperature Color...
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A - 2 MC3000 User Guide Table A-1 Mobile Computer Technical Specifications (Continued) Item Description Dimensions MC3000S: 7.43 in L x 3.18 in W x 1.76 in D (188.7 mm L x 80.8 mm W x 44.6 mm D) MC3000R: 8.33 in L x 3.18 in W x 1.57 in D (211.6 mm L x 80.8 mm W x 39.9 mm D) MC3090G:...
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Using the Interfaces A - 3 Table A-1 Mobile Computer Technical Specifications (Continued) Item Description Data Capture: Code 39, code 128, code 93, codabar, code 11, discrete 2 of 5, EAN-3, EAN-13, 1-D Decode Capability* EAN-128, interleaved 2 of 5, UPCA, UPCE and UPC/EAN supplements, chinese 2 of 5 (OEM version 05.26.000 and higher).
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A - 4 MC3000 User Guide Table A-2 Accessory Specifications (Continued) Single Slot Four Slot Charge Four Slot Universal Serial/USB Cables Only and Spare Battery Battery Charger Cradle Ethernet Cradles Charger (UBC) Adapter Power 12V, 3.3 A 5.4V, 3 12V, 9 A 12V, 3.3 A 15V, 1.5 A Drop...
Appendix B Keypad Functions/Special Characters Introduction This appendix contains the keypad functions/special characters for the MC3000 keypads. 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 four keypads: •...
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B - 2 MC3000 User Guide 38-Key Keypad 48-Key Keypad 28-Key Keypad Figure B-1 Keypads Table B-1 Special Character Generation Map 28-Key Keypad Key 38-Key Keypad Key 48-Key Keypad Key Special Sequence, Special Sequence, Special Sequence, Special Character Character Generation Character Generation Character Generation Use the Keyboard Input...
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Keypad Functions/Special Characters B - 3 Table B-1 Special Character Generation Map (Continued) 28-Key Keypad Key 38-Key Keypad Key 48-Key Keypad Key Special Sequence, Special Sequence, Special Sequence, Special Character Character Generation Character Generation Character Generation Use the Keyboard Input FUNC + 6 FUNC + V Panel*...
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B - 4 MC3000 User Guide Table B-1 Special Character Generation Map (Continued) 28-Key Keypad Key 38-Key Keypad Key 48-Key Keypad Key Special Sequence, Special Sequence, Special Sequence, Special Character Character Generation Character Generation Character Generation Use the Keyboard Input SHIFT + FUNC + 9 Use the Keyboard Input Panel*...
Appendix C Regulatory Introduction This appendix contains the accessory power supply regulatory compliance statements. Accessory Power Supply Regulatory Compliance Table C-1 Accessory Power Supplies, Regulatory Compliance Statements Accessory Power Supplies Regulatory Compliance Statements Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle Use only a Symbol-approved power supply output rated 12 VDC and minimum 3.3 Power Supply A.
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C - 2 MC3000 User Guide Table C-1 Accessory Power Supplies, Regulatory Compliance Statements Accessory Power Supplies Regulatory Compliance Statements Four Slot Charge Only Cradle Use only a Symbol-approved power supply output rated 12 VDC and minimum 9 Power Supply A.
Glossary Numeric 802.11/802.11abg. A radio protocol that may be used by the WLAN radio card. Access Point. 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. An AP connects to a wired Ethernet LAN and acts as a bridge between the Ethernet wired network and IEEE 802.11 interoperable radio-equipped mobile units, such as a mobile computer.
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Glossary - 2 MC3000 User Guide Bar. The dark element in a printed bar code symbol. Bar Code. A pattern of variable-width bars and spaces which represents numeric or alphanumeric data in machine-readable form. The general format of a bar code symbol consists of a leading margin, start character, data or message character, check character (if any), stop character, and trailing margin.
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Glossary - 3 Check Digit. A digit used to verify a correct symbol decode. The scanner inserts the decoded data into an arithmetic formula and checks that the resulting number matches the encoded check digit. Check digits are required for UPC but are optional for other symbologies.
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Glossary - 4 MC3000 User Guide Discrete 2 of 5. A binary bar code symbology representing each character by a group of five bars, two of which are wide. The location of wide bars in the group determines which character is encoded; spaces are insignificant. Only numeric characters (0 to 9) and START/STOP characters may be encoded.
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Glossary - 5 Host Computer. A computer that serves other terminals in a network, providing such services as computation, database access, supervisory programs and network control. IEC. International Electrotechnical Commission. This international agency regulates laser safety by specifying various laser operation classes based on power output during operation.
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Glossary - 6 MC3000 User Guide LASER. Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation.The laser is an intense light source. Light from a laser is all the same frequency, unlike the output of an incandescent bulb. Laser light is typically coherent and has a high energy density.
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Glossary - 7 Quiet Zone. A clear space, containing no dark marks, which precedes the start character of a bar code symbol and follows the stop character. RAM. Random Access Memory. Data in RAM can be accessed in random order, and quickly written and read. Reflectance.
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Glossary - 8 MC3000 User Guide Shared Key. Shared Key authentication is an algorithm where both the AP and the MU share an authentication key. SID. System Identification code. An identifier issued by the FCC for each market. It is also broadcast by the cellular carriers to allow cellular devices to distinguish between the home and roaming service.
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Glossary - 9 UPC. Universal Product Code. A relatively complex numeric symbology. Each character consists of two bars and two spaces, each of which is any of four widths. The standard symbology for retail food packages in the United States. Visible Laser Diode (VLD).
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Index - 2 MC3000 User Guide Bluetooth ........3-1 troubleshooting .
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Index - 3 MC3000S parts ......1-3, 1-4 memory ........xii hard reset .
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Index - 4 MC3000 User Guide reset storage temperature ......A-1 hard ........3-3 storing .
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Index - 5 Windows CE .NET 5.0 Core ....2-13, 2-16 Windows CE .NET 5.0 Professional ..2-13, 2-16 wireless internet ....... 2-30 wireless application .