Optimus™ 5900 RFID Mobile Computer with Windows® CE 5.
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Table of Contents Chapter 1 - Agency Approvals Label Locations ....................................................................................................................1-1 Safety & RF Approvals by Country: .....................................................................................1-1 RF Terminal—802.11g and/or Bluetooth .............................................................................1-1 Chapter 2 - Getting Started Out of the Box ............................................
Chapter 5 - Using the UHF RFID Reader Overview.............................................................................................................................. 5-1 Configuring the RFID Output ............................................................................................... 5-2 Reading Tags ...................................................................................................................... 5-3 Tag Writing ...........................................................
eBase Technical Specifications........................................................................................... 9-7 Chapter 10 - Customer Support Product Service and Repair............................................................................................... 10-1 Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................... 10-1 Limited Warranty Duration.....................................................................
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1 Agency Approvals Label Locations Optimus 5900 RFID mobile computers meet or exceed the requirements of all applicable standards organizations for safe operation. However, as with any electrical equipment, the best way to ensure safe operation is to operate them according to the agency guidelines that follow. Read these guidelines carefully before using your mobile computer. Compliance Label Safety & RF Approvals by Country: Country Safety RF (Radio) U.S.A.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet helpful: “Something About Interference.
2 Getting Started Out of the Box Verify that your carton contains the following items: • Optimus 5900 RFID mobile computer (the terminal) • Main battery pack (3.7v, Li-Ion) • Stylus • Single slot eBase • USB cable • AC power supply Note: Be sure to keep the original packaging in case you need to return the Optimus 5900 RFID terminal for service; see Product Service and Repair on page 10-1. Step 1. Install the Main Battery The Optimus 5900 RFID is shipped with the battery packaged separate from the unit.
3. Insert the battery into the battery well with the contacts facing downward. 4. Replace the door with a hinging motion and turn the screw clockwise to lock the door. Note: The battery door must be installed prior to booting the unit. We recommend use of Honeywell Li-Ion battery packs. Use of any non-Honeywell battery may result in damage not covered by the warranty.
Step 2. Charge the Batteries Optimus 5900 RFID terminals ship with both the main battery pack and internal backup battery significantly discharged of power. Use the power supply cable to charge the main battery pack. The LED turns green (red while charging) when charging is complete. The average charge time for a fully depleted main battery is 7 hours. It takes less time if the battery has some charge. 1. Attach the plug adapter to the plug of the power supply cable (if not already attached).* 2.
Desktop Note: You can access the Desktop any time by tapping the Change Views icon in the command bar and selecting Desktop on the popup menu. Tap to change views Command Bar Icons The command bar, located at the bottom of application screens, provides access to many system functions and programs. If there are more functions/programs that can display, select the left or right arrows to scroll through the additional icons. Icon Meaning Opens the Start menu.
Icon Meaning Indicates the status of battery power. Double tap to open the Power control panel setting. When this icon shows a red power plug, it indicates the device is using external power. Displays the current time. Double tap to change the time and date. Indicates whether the keypad is standard alpha (uppercase and lowercase), all caps alpha, or in numeric mode. Press the ALPHA button on the keypad to switch modes. The up arrow allows you to turn the Wireless LAN and Bluetooth connection on or off.
Selecting Programs Tap Start > Programs. To open a program, tap the icon on the menu. Pop-Up Menus You can quickly choose an action for an item using the pop-up menus. 1. Tap and hold the stylus on the item name. The pop-up menu appears. 2. Lift the stylus and tap the action you want to perform. The contents of pop-up menus change according to the program you are using. Using Windows Explorer Use Windows Explorer to navigate through the files on your system.
3 Terminal Hardware Overview Optimus 5900 RFID terminals include a number of standard terminal configurations as well as charging and communication peripherals and accessories to maximize the efficiency of your application setting. Standard Terminal Configurations There are two standard Optimus 5900 RFID configurations: WPAN only and WPAN/WLAN. Both configurations include the following options; however, the WPAN/WLAN configuration has both a Bluetooth radio and an 802.11g radio.
Front Panel Features Scan/Decode LED Touch Screen Display (screen protector installed at the factory) Navigation Keys Software Reset Key Power Key Scan/Decode LED The LED lights red when a scan fails. The LED lights green when a scanned bar code is successfully decoded. The LED lights red while the main battery is charging. The LED lights green when the main battery charging is completed. The LED lights blue when data is being downloaded.
! Use of objects, such as paper clips, pencils, or ink pens on the touch screen can damage the input panel and may cause damage not covered by the warranty. Display Backlight The intensity of the backlight of the touch screen display may be changed, and the backlight may be programmed to turn off after the terminal has been idle for a specified period of time. To adjust the intensity of the backlight while on battery power, tap Start > Settings > Control Panel > double tap Backlight.
Honeywell’s warranty policy covers wear on the touch panel for the first 12 months provided that a screen protector is applied and an approved stylus is used for the 12-month duration covered by the warranty. Removing the Screen Protector Optimus 5900 RFID terminals ship with a touch screen protector already installed. To replace the screen protector, you must remove the one already installed. 1. Press the red Power button to suspend the unit. 2. Using a strong, flat, plastic card (e.g.
3. Release the left edge of the backing paper on the screen protector and align the exposed edge of the screen protector along the left edge of the touch panel. Make sure that it lies flush with edges of the touch panel Backing Paper Screen Protector Note: To reposition the screen protector, lift up gently and reapply. 4. Pull smoothly and evenly from left to right until the screen protector is applied. Press gently but firmly.
5. Press the Power key to wake the terminal and check the touch panel with the stylus. 6. Verify that the screen accepts input from the stylus as usual. If not, re-apply the screen protector. 7. Press the orange Power button to put the terminal back in Suspend Mode. 8. Clean the surface of the screen protector with a clean, non-abrasive, lint-free cloth. 9. Press the Power key to wake the terminal again. 10. For maximum performance, recalibrate the screen.
11. Tap Recalibrate and follow the instructions on the screen. Back Panel Features Image Engine Window Speaker Battery Well Battery Well For information about installing the battery, see Changing the Main Battery Pack on page 3-12. For information about battery power, see Battery Power on page 3-11. Speaker The integrated speaker sounds audio signals as you scan bar code s and enter data, but emits no ambient noise on system activity (i.e., processor, memory access, radio traffic, etc.).
Stylus Optimus 5900 RFID terminals ship with a stylus inserted in handle. Store the stylus in the handle when you are not using it; see Using the Stylus on page 2-5. Right Side Panel Features Micro SD Slot Side Button Side Button There is a button like this on both side panels. You can use the Programs Buttons option in the Control Panel to change the functionality of the side buttons. Side Door The rubber door on the left side panel provides access to the Micro SD slot.
Left Side Panel Features Headset Jack Side Button Side Button There is a button like this on both side panels. You can use the Programs Buttons option in the Control Panel to change the functionality of the side buttons. Headset Jack The rubber door on the left side panel provides access to the headset jack. This is a 2.5mm audio jack that supports a headset with a mono speaker and microphone.
Bottom Panel Features I/O Connector DC Power Jack DC Power Jack The DC power jack receives external power from the Optimus 5900 RFID terminal’s power cable that is included in the box with the terminal. When connected to the power cable, the terminal is powered and the main battery pack is charging. I/O Connector The I/O mechanical connector is designed to work exclusively with Optimus 5900 RFID peripherals and cables.
Peripherals/Accessories for the Optimus 5900 RFID Terminal The following items are sold separately and enhance your Optimus 5900 RFID terminal’s capabilities. Optimus eBase™ Device The Optimus 5900 RFID eBase is used to charge the main battery, to power the battery charging system in the terminal, and can be used to communicate data from the terminal to a PC/laptop via the Ethernet/ USB/RS-232 serial port. A spare battery may also be charged in the battery charging well behind the terminal.
Changing the Main Battery Pack Before installing a battery pack, press the Power button to put the terminal in Suspend Mode (see page 3-15) so that operations are suspended before removing the main power source. The Optimus 5900 RFID terminal is shipped with the battery separate from the unit. You will need to remove the battery door, insert the battery, and replace the battery door. Refer to the instructions included in Installing the Main Battery section (page 2-1).
Checking Battery Power Power icons appear in the command bar at the bottom of the window. Double tap on the battery icon to open the Power Properties. The Battery tab opens displaying the charge status of both the main and backup batteries. Note: You can also check battery power by tapping Start > Settings > Control Panel > double tap Power.
Internal Backup Battery Located inside the terminal, the backup battery is a 3.7V Lithium Polymer battery. The internal backup battery prevents the terminal from being reset when you remove the main battery pack. This backup battery retains RAM data and allows the real-time clock to remain operational for at least 30 minutes.
Hard resets automatically launch a soft reset as part of the boot process if there are CAB files present. You would perform a Hard Reset (instead of a Soft Reset) when you want to ensure the RAM memory is also cleared. RAM memory stores settings for Internet Explorer, Outlook, and other Microsoft applications. Note: Set the time and date after each hard reset to ensure that the system clock is accurate. Double-click the date on the command bar to open the Clock setting and set the time and date.
Optimus 5900 RFID Technical Specifications Operating System Microsoft Windows CE 5.0 Professional Development Environment UHF Reader Module Library Reference Processor PXA300 624MHz Memory 128MB RAM X 256MB Flash Expansion Memory User accessible Micro SD Card (high capacity up to 32GByte). Display 3.5 in. TFT Transmissive 65K color LCD with backlight, QVGA (240 x 320) Backlight LED Image Engine 5300SR 2D imager with laser aimer.
Operating Temperature 14° to122°F (-10° to 50°C) Charging Temperature 32° to 113°F (0° to 45°C) Storage Temperature -4° to 158°F (-20° to 70°C) Humidity 95% humidity, non-condensing Construction High impact resistant PC/ABS housings Magnesium alloy internal chassis with component shock mounts Drop 4 ft. (1.2m) multiple drops to concrete, all axis, across operating temperature range Tumble 250 3.3 ft (1.
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4 Using the Keypad Overview The keypad is as follows: Navigation Keys Power Key Navigation Keys The navigation keys enable you to move the cursor up and down lines and from character to character.
Basic Keys Name Function ESC (Escape) Cancels an action. For example, if you press the UP arrow on the command bar and then press the ESC key, the pop-up window disappears. SCAN Activates the image engine to scan a bar code or take an image. ENTER Performs the same function as the Enter key on a workstation. CTRL (Control) Modifies the next key pressed to type specific characters (e.g., pressing CTRL and a “2”, types an “@” sign on the keypad.
Function Key Combinations The FUNC (Function) key modifies the next key pressed to perform specific functions. Key Combination Function FUNC + 1 F5 FUNC + 2 F6 FUNC + 3 Space FUNC + 4 Toggle the wireless radio on and off FUNC + 5 Increase screen brightness FUNC + 6 Increase volume FUNC + 7 Tab FUNC + 8 Decrease screen brightness FUNC + 9 Decrease volume FUNC + .
Key Combination Function CTRL + 0 * CTRL + SP + (plus) Program Buttons F1-F4 buttons can be programmed to execute different functions using the Program Button program in the Control Panel.
5 Using the UHF RFID Reader Overview The Optimus 5900 RFID terminal houses a UHF RFID reader that allows you to read multiple/single RFID tags and read/write/lock/kill the memory of single tags From the Today screen, select Programs > Demos > RFID Demo. The following screen appears in approximately 2 seconds. All Tags that are read are displayed in the order in which they are read. The last read tag displays at the top of the list. A maximum of 128 tags display at a time.
Cfg Cfg sets output of a terminal or frequency of Q value. (See Configuring the RFID Output on page 5-2.) Ver Displays the firmware version of the UHF RFID reader module. Clear Selecting Clear, deletes all of the tags displayed Configuring the RFID Output In the Reader Configuration screen, you can change the settings for output of the reader, Q value, the operating frequency and the reader RF test. Select Cfg on the main RFID demo screen. RF Attenuation Adjusts the attenuation of the reader output.
Test Mode TEST MODE is necessary for various certifications. Its use is prohibited except by a certification engineer. You select a necessary menu and click the [Set] button. No Modulation ON causes only a carrier signal to be transmitted with no data modulated. The frequency of the carrier is selected in the Start box and kept constant by selecting FIX. Modulation ON/OFF: Data are transmitted, namely, modulated output is transmitted. All of FIX and FHSS are possible.
Tag Writing 1. EPC Gen2 Tags have four kinds of Banks (Reserved, EPC, TID, USER). Select the Bank that you want to write in the Bank field. 2. Input a memory starting position (in bytes) from where you want to write in the Start box and the desired size (in bytes) from a starting position to the window. Data that you want to write displays in the Write Data field as hexadecimal number. The data is separated with a period, which does not affect the input. 3. Click the Write button.
Tag Lock/Kill EPC Gen2 Tags allow the locking and killing tags. Lock prevents reading of or writing to a tag. Kill makes a tag permanently undetectable. Kill The Access and Kill passwords represented by hexadecimal numbers other than 00H are required to Kill a tag. If you know the passwords, enter them into the Access Password and Kill password fields. Then click the Kill button. Lock The Access Password represented by hexadecimal numbers other than 00H are required to lock a tag.
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6 Using the Image Engine Overview The Optimus 5900 RFID terminal houses a compact image engine using Adaptus™ Imaging Technology that instantly reads all popular 1D and 2D bar codes and supports omni-directional aiming and decoding. The image engine can also capture digital images, such as signatures and pictures. Available Image Engines Optimus 5900 RFID terminals are equipped with 5300 Standard Range (5300SR) image engines. Depth of Field 5300 Standard Range (5300SR) 8.
Supported Bar Code Symbologies Symbology Type Symbology Name 1D Symbologies Codabar Code 3 of 9 Code 11 Code 32 Pharmaceutical (PARAF) Code 93 Code 128 EAN with Add-On EAN with Extended Coupon Code EAN-13 GS1 Databar 2D Symbologies Aztec Code 16K Composite Data Matrix Grid Matrix GS1 Databar Han Xin MaxiCode OCR PDF417 QR Code Composite Codes Aztec Mesa Codablock F EAN·UCC GS1 Databar-14 OCR OCR-A OCR-B OCR-US Money Font Postal Codes Postnet and most international 4 state codes Australian Post Br
Activating the Engine When a scanning application is open, press the Scan key to activate the image engine. Using Demos Optimus 5900 RFID Demos are software utilities loaded on all Optimus 5900 RFID terminals that demonstrate the advanced features of the terminal. There are two demos that feature the image engine: Image Demo and Scan Demo. To access these demos, tap Start > Programs > Demos. • Select Scan Demo to verify decoding, or • Select Image Demo to verify imaging.
Omni-Directional Scanning Positions The high-vis aiming pattern frames the bar code to provide you with the best scanning performance. Note: To achieve the best read, the aiming beam should be centered horizontally across the bar code. The aiming pattern is smaller when the terminal is held closer to the code and larger when the terminal is held farther from the code.
Capturing Images The image-capture process is an intuitive, split-second operation for experienced users. By following basic guidelines, however, new users can easily develop their own technique and, with practice, quickly learn to adapt to different application environments. Image Preview When the imaging process is initiated, the touch screen displays a preview of the object.
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7 Communication Communication Options Optimus 5900 RFID terminals offer several communication options including Microsoft ActiveSync and wireless radios. I/O Connector (Wired Communication) The mechanical connector on the bottom panel (see DC Power Jack on page 3-10) connects the terminal to the Optimus 5900 RFID eBase peripheral that connects to a host workstation via USB (1.1 or higher), thus enabling ActiveSync communication. For more information, see ActiveSync Communication on page 7-1.
Communication Type The Optimus 5900 RFID terminal supports the following type of communication via ActiveSync through its DC Power Jack (see page 3-10) on the bottom panel: USB The USB cable and hardware peripherals allow the Optimus 5900 RFID terminal to communicate with a workstation through a USB port or to a network through a USB hub. The Optimus 5900 RFID terminal supports full-speed USB communication (USB 1.1); maximum data transfer rate is 12 Mbps.
Tap Change Connection to change the current settings. Connection Options Select this option to … ‘USB Establish a USB connection. Communicating with the Optimus 5900 RFID Terminal After setting up both the workstation and the terminal, ActiveSync connection should be automatic. 1. Connect the Optimus 5900 RFID terminal to a communication peripheral, such as the Optimus 5900 RFID eBase. 2. The Optimus 5900 RFID terminal automatically opens ActiveSync to establish a connection.
The Mobile Device folder opens in Windows Explorer. The Optimus 5900 RFID terminal is now treated as a mass storage device, and transferring files is as simple as dragging and dropping or copying and pasting as you would for moving files between folders on your hard drive. Adding Programs via ActiveSync ! When selecting programs, verify that the program and version of the program are designed for the Windows CE 5.0 and the terminal’s processor.
If the File is Not an Installer Some programs cannot be installed on workstations because they are designed exclusively for Windows CE devices. In these cases, the appropriate files must be stored on the host workstation and transferred to the terminal via ActiveSync Explore. Note: The Optimus 5900 is based on a ROM file system. The installed program will be persistent through any resets, except a factory reset. Manual Installation 1.
WLAN (802.11g Radio) Optimus 5900 RFID terminals can have a 2.4 GHz 802.11g WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) radio that uses Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) technology. The radio is interoperable with other 802.11g, Wi-Fi-compliant products including access points (APs), workstations via PC card adapters, and other wireless portable devices. By default, the 802.11g radio is powered off (i.e., disabled) “out of the box.” To power it on (i.e.
4. Select the Profile tab and press Scan. 5. Select the appropriate SSID and select Configure. If the Active Profile does not appear, perform the scan again by pressing Refresh. 6. Press Yes in response to “Create a new profile?.” The method used for inputting the network key differs according to the encryption of the Active Profile to be set. 7. Once the Profile installation is complete, select Yes in response to “Commit changes?” prior to selecting the Main tab. 8.
Setting the Auto Profile Follow the steps below to change to a different Active Profile. 1. Select List from the Main tab. The current Active Profile list appears. 2. Select the Profile to be set and press OK. 3. Select the Auto Profile On radio button. Turning Off the Wireless LAN 1. After selecting the Up Arrow on the task bar, select, Turn Wireless LAN Off.
8 Bluetooth Handler Bluetooth wireless technology is a short-range communications technology to connect portable and/or fixed devices while maintaining high levels of security. Enabling the Bluetooth Radio 1. Select the UP arrow in the lower, right portion of the display. 2. Tap Turn Bluetooth On. The Bluetooth icon appears in the task bar. Connecting to Other Devices Before connecting to another device, make sure that the Bluetooth connection on the other device is enabled. 1.
OR Wait until all Bluetooth devices in range have been scanned. Then the Scan Dialog window appears. 6. Scroll through the list until your Bluetooth printer device is found. You may single tap any device in the list to display its MAC address. 7. Highlight the Bluetooth printer device and tap the Select button. 8. When the COM port selection appears, select COM7 and tap OK. 9. If successful, the COM port and MAC address of the device appears under the list of Registered Bluetooth Virtual COM ports.
9 Optimus 5900 RFID eBase Device (Model: 5900-EHB) Overview The Ethernet Base (eBase) enables a single O5900 terminal to communicate with a host device over an USB, serial RS-232, or Ethernet network. The 5900-EHB charger is designed for use with battery pack models BP08-000640 (standard Li-poly 3.7 V, 5000 mAh) manufactured for Honeywell International Inc. and to be used with Optimus 5900 model terminals. Communication The eBase can communicate via USB, serial RS-232, or Ethernet network.
Front Panel Terminal Well Charging LED Terminal Well Place the Optimus 5900 RFID terminal in the terminal well to communicate with a host device, power the terminal, and charge the terminal’s battery. Make sure that the device is securely seated. Rubber Feet The bottom panel has four rubber feet to stabilize the unit on a flat surface. You can set the base on a dry, stable surface, such as a desktop or workbench near an electrical outlet.
Back Panel Serial Port Ethernet Port DC Power Jack USB Port DC Power Jack Connect the power cable to this power jack; see Powering the Optimus 5900 RFID eBase Device on page 9-4. USB Port The USB port is full-speed (v1.1). Using the USB cable, you can connect the base to a USBcompliant device to facilitate USB communication to and from the terminal. USB communication occurs through Microsoft ActiveSync (v.4.1 or higher).
Powering the Optimus 5900 RFID eBase Device The terminal requires 5 volts DC input for communication and battery charging; the power adapter on the power cable converts the voltage from the power source to 5 volts DC. Only power adapter cables from Honeywell convert the voltage appropriately. 1. Attach the plug adapter to the power adapter (if not already attached). 2. Plug the power cable into the power source. 3. Plug the connector into the DC power jack on the back panel. The base is now powered.
The base can also charge a second battery while the terminal is positioned in the base. The second battery can be inserted in the battery charging well in back of the terminal connection. Place the battery in the well with the label facing up and toward the back of the unit. Angle the battery as shown. Once the connectors engage, the LED lights. If the LED is red, the unit is charging; if it is green, the charge is complete.
2. Plug the CAT-5 Ethernet cable into the RJ45 connector on the back of the eBase. 3. Plug the Ethernet cable into the network. 4. Insert the Optimus 5900 RFID terminal into the terminal well. Note: Instead of using the default for DHCP assigned IP addresses, the Optimus 5900 RFID terminal can use a statically assigned IP address. See standard Microsoft Windows Mobile documentation for how to assign a static IP address to a network adapter.
eBase Technical Specifications Structural Dimensions 3.74in. high x 4.13in. width x 6.14in. depth (9.5cm x 10.5cm x 15.6cm) Weight Optimus 5900 RFID eBase - 12.
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