User Guide skeye.pad XSL with Windows CE.net 4.2 Version 1.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of contents 1. Introduction .............................................................................................. 7 1.1 Safety Notes....................................................................................... 7 1.1.1 General Safety Notes................................................................... 7 1.1.2 Safety Notes for the Lithium-Ion Battery ...................................... 8 1.1.3 Safety Notes on using the skeye.pad XSL while driving .....
TABLE OF CONTENTS 2.5.10 Setting Volume and Sounds....................................................... 24 2.5.11 Entering Owner Properties ......................................................... 25 2.5.12 Using (SD), PC, and CF Cards .................................................. 26 2.6 Switching Off the skeye.pad XSL ..................................................... 27 2.6.1 Suspend Mode........................................................................... 27 2.6.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 4.6.3 Preventing Unauthorised Intrusion into a Wireless Network ...... 50 4.7 Entering the Network ID ................................................................... 52 4.8 Updating the Operating System ....................................................... 53 5. Data Backup ........................................................................................... 55 5.1 General Data Backup ....................................................................... 55 5.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 9. Troubleshooting..................................................................................... 79 9.1 Reset via Software ........................................................................... 79 9.2 Reset via Hardware.......................................................................... 80 9.3 Internet Connection Cannot be Established ..................................... 81 9.4 ActiveSync Connection Cannot be Established ............................... 82 9.4.
INTRODUCTION Safety Notes 1. Introduction 1.1 Safety Notes 1.1.1 General Safety Notes ♦ Do not try to open, repair or modify your skeye.pad XSL. The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage caused in that way. ♦ Any tampering by non-authorised persons will invalidate the warranty. ♦ Do not use the skeye.pad XSL in damp environments (bathroom, indoor pool, …). Protect the unit from any splashes of water or other liquids. ♦ Never expose the skeye.pad XSL to very high temperatures e.g.
INTRODUCTION Safety Notes ♦ 1.1.2 8 Users with hearings aids must note that radio signals of the skeye.pad XSL may launch into hearing devices causing an unpleasant noise. Safety Notes for the Lithium-Ion Battery ♦ Use the battery for its intended purpose only. ♦ Do not immerse the battery in water or seawater and do not allow it to get wet. ♦ Do not use or recharge near high temperature locations e.g. heating elements or fire. ♦ Do not throw the battery into a fire or heat the battery.
INTRODUCTION Safety Notes 1.1.3 Safety Notes on using the skeye.pad XSL while driving Be aware of the regulations and laws governing the use of the skeye.pad XSL in the area in which you are travelling. Always comply with these regulations. ♦ 1.1.4 Safety Note on the Car Cradle (Airbag) ♦ 1.1.5 Do not distract yourself from driving. Never install your car cradle above the airbag or in its deployment area.
INTRODUCTION Safety Notes 1.1.6 FCC Note NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
INTRODUCTION Explanations on this manual 1.1.7 Safety Notes on Data Loss ♦ It is very much recommended that all important data be backed up as durable hardcopy. Given certain conditions, loss or modification of data can occur in practically any electronic storage system. Therefore, we do not accept any liability for loss of data or data being otherwise rendered unusable following incorrect use, repairs, faults, battery problems, software errors or for any other reason.
INTRODUCTION Explanations on this manual 1.2.1 Note Pictograms Safety notes in the text are always illustrated in the same way. In this manual three different safety notes are used. NOTE! A note points out tips on simplified use of the system / device for example by describing a simplified workflow using a certain tool. CAUTION! A CAUTION warning sign points out potential dangers relating to the equipment (i.e. short circuit) or loss of data.
INTRODUCTION Explanations on this manual 1.2.2 Registered Trademark The following terms and names used in this manual are registered trademarks and products of the corresponding companies: • Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows NT®, Windows 95®, Windows CE®, Windows CE.NET® and ActiveSync® are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation, USA. • Other product and company names may be trademarks of other companies.
SKEYE.PAD XSL Variants 2. skeye.pad XSL 2.1 Variants The skeye.pad XSL is available in two variants: ♦ ♦ with integrated WiFi module with SD slot The variants can be distinguished by their T-number on the name plate. Variant Integrated WiFi SD slot 2.2 T-no T23002 T23000 Accessory Scope of delivery: • skeye.pad XSL "SD" or "WiFi" • Power supply unit HW 1430 incl. cable • Docking station HW 50350 incl. USB cable • Windows CE.NET 4.2 • User manual Optional: • • Integrated WiFi module (IEEE 802.
SKEYE.PAD XSL Handling and Maintenance 2.3 Handling and Maintenance ♦ Prevent your skeye.pad XSL from very high temperatures.. Do not place on the dashboard of a car or near a heating device. Never store near damp or dusty places. ♦ Do not drop it. ♦ Do not expose the skeye.pad XSL to shocks or external forces. ♦ Do not touch the screen with sharp or tapered objects. When touching the screen do not exert to much pressure. To tap or write on the screen, we recommend using the supplied stylus only.
SKEYE.PAD XSL Views 2.4 Views Loudspeaker On/Off Stylus skeye.pad XSL Display Fig. 1: Front view Headset connection Reset Phones Artikel: HW 90350 skeye.pad xsl Prod.—Ch—.Nr.: T19685 2 17 4001 Power supply unit connection Power Serien — Nr.: Höft & Wessel AG D -30659 Hannover Storage Battery Fig. 2: Rear view 16 D 60013920 1.3 • 15.01.
SKEYE.PAD XSL Initial Steps The slots for the PC, CF, or SD card can be found on the upper edge (see chapter 2.5.12). SD card CF card PC card Fig.3: Upper edge There are 2 USB connections on the lower edge. Fig.4: Lower edge 2.5 Initial Steps 1. Insert the storage battery and lock (see chapter 3.2.2). 2. Shortly press the ON button to switch on the skeye.pad XSL. 3. Take out the stylus. 1.3 • 15.01.
SKEYE.PAD XSL Initial Steps 2.5.1 Start Screen Having started Windows CE.net the following screen appears: Symbols Desktop Start menu Task bar Systray Fig.5: Start Screen 2.5.2 Operating the skeye.pad XSL with the Stylus With the stylus, you can navigate as well as move and select objects in a similar way to using a mouse. You may also touch the screen with your finger, however, the stylus provides for a more precise working.
SKEYE.PAD XSL Initial Steps 2.5.3 2.5.4 Showing/Hiding the Keyboard Showing: Tap in the taskbar and select the desired keyboard. Hiding: or in the taskbar (depending on Tap the activated keypad) and select "Hide input panel". Setting the Properties of the Input Panel (Keyboard) 1. Launch: Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel The Control Panel window appears. Fig.6: Control Panel 2. In the Control Panel window double-tap the symbol for the input panel: The "Input Panel Properties" window appears.
SKEYE.PAD XSL Initial Steps 4. Depending on the selected input method a "Skeye Keyboard Options" window appears. Fig.8: Skeye Keyboard | Skeye Keyboard Options Fig.9: Large Keyboard | Soft Keyboard Options 20 5. Perform the desired settings. 6. Click [OK] to confirm. 1.3 • 15.01.
SKEYE.PAD XSL Initial Steps 2.5.5 Regional/Language Settings Under "Regional Settings Properties" you may set the country and language for the user interface. 1. Launch: Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel The "Control Panel" window appears (see Fig.6). 2. In the Control Panel window double-tap the following symbol. The "Regional Settings Properties" window appears. Fig.10: Regional Settings Properties 3. Under "Your locale" set your country.
SKEYE.PAD XSL Initial Steps 2.5.6 Calling up the Desktop at Any Time To minimise all opened windows click on the symbol down right in the task bar . 2.5.7 Storing further Symbols on the Desktop Frequently used functions can be stored as symbols on the desktop. If you miss a frequently used function on the desktop proceed as follows: 1. Double-tap the My Computer symbol. The "My Computer" directory opens up. 2. In this directory tap the folder in which the program/function is stored.
SKEYE.PAD XSL Initial Steps 2.5.8 Right Mouse Button Function The right mouse button calls context menus with further functions like copying, deleting etc. To use the right click functions proceed a follows: 1. 2. Tap the element for which you want to perform the action and keep the stylus pressed. On the "LargeKB" Keyboard activate the key and then tap the element. The popup window of the right mouse button displays. Here, you can select the desired function.
SKEYE.PAD XSL Initial Steps 2.5.10 Setting Volume and Sounds By default, all sounds of your skeye.pad XSL are activated. For screen taping option Loud is activated. To save energy, deactivate the sounds. 1. Launch: Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel The "Control Panel" menu appears (see Fig.6). 2. In the Control Panel menu double-tap the symbol for volume and sound. The "Volume & Sounds Properties" window appears. Fig.13: Volume & Sounds Properties 24 3.
SKEYE.PAD XSL Initial Steps 2.5.11 Entering Owner Properties Entering owner properties is required for identifying the device. In addition, you may enter information in the "Notes" area displayed when you switch on the device. Under "Owner Properties" also enter the network ID (see chapter 4.7). 1. Launch: Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel The "Control Panel" window appears. 2. In the Control Panel window double-tap this symbol: The "Owner Properties" window appears. Fig.14: Owner Properties 3.
SKEYE.PAD XSL Initial Steps 2.5.12 Using (SD), PC, and CF Cards The skeye.pad XSL is equipped with an extension slot for CompactFlash cards (CF) and an extension slot for PC cards (also referred to as PCMCIA). Depending on the variant (see chapter 2) an extension slot for SD cards may also be available. Each extension card requires a special Windows CE driver from the manufacturer. The driver must support the Windows CE.net 4.2 device type and the Intel XScale PXA255 processor.
SKEYE.PAD XSL Switching Off the skeye.pad XSL 2.6 Switching Off the skeye.pad XSL There are three ways to switch off your skeye.pad XSL: • • • Suspend Mode Suspending a device means that it is inactive and thus consumes less power. A suspended skeye.pad XSL can be activated any time. While suspending information in the RAM is maintained. If the power supply is interrupted e.g. due to a discharged storage battery, information in the RAM gets lost.
SKEYE.PAD XSL Switching Off the skeye.pad XSL The skeye.pad XSL is suspended. If the power supply was not interrupted e.g. due to a discharged storage battery the data will be available again when you switch on/start the device. 2.6.2 Complete Power Off by Removing the Storage Battery Completely power off your skeye.pad XSL in the following situations: • when you do not operate your skeye.
SKEYE.PAD XSL Switching Off the skeye.pad XSL Performing a complete power off ⇒ Did you back up your data via SysBackup (see chapter 5.2)? ⇒ Did you store all important data and programs in the "FlashStorage" folder? ⇒ Did you mirror all important data to your desktop PC? 1. Unlock the storage battery by sliding the vertical bolt on the back of the device (see chapter 3.2.2) 2. Push the horizontal bolt to the right, keep it hold, and remove the storage battery (see chapter 3.2.
SKEYE.PAD XSL Switching Off the skeye.pad XSL 5. Select the Schemes tab. Fig. 17: Power Properties | Schemes 6. Perform the desired settings. The entered times are added up. (Example: after 1 min user idle, after 5 min idle, after 10 min suspend mode) 7. Click [OK] to confirm the changes. 8. Close the Control Panel menu. See also chapter 3.1.4. 30 1.3 • 15.01.
FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS Display 3. Further Functions and Settings 3.1 Display 3.1.1 Calibrating the Touch This function is required to fine-tune the touch screen; the better the touch screen is calibrated the more precisely it will react. When calibrating the touch screen note the following: • Touch the cross and keep the stylus pressed at the middle of the cross until the cross moves to the next marking. • Do not drag the stylus over the touch screen.
FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS Display 4. On the Calibration tab select [Recalibrate]. The window for calibrating the touch appears. 5. Position the stylus in the centre of the cross displayed (the more precise, the better the touch screen will respond later) and hold the position until the cross changes its position. 6. Click [OK] to confirm. Over time, the touch screen, and thus its calibration, may reset somewhat.
FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS Display 3.1.2 Transcriber The Transcriber is an application that recognises handwriting and thus enabling text entries with the stylus on the touch screen. 3.1.2.1 Activating the Transcriber 1. Launch: Start ⇒ Programs ⇒ Transcriber. The "Transcriber Intro” window appears. Fig.20: Transcriber introduction If the Transcriber has already been activated: Fig.21: Transcriber is already running 2.
FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS Display 3.1.2.2 Deactivating the Transcriber 1. Double-tap the following symbol in Systray: The “Transcriber" menu appears. Fig.22: Transcriber 2. Select Enable Transcriber. The "Transcriber" function is deactivated (no checkmark). The Transcriber function can be activated again using the Transcriber menu by taping this symbol in the taskbar. To deactivate the Transcriber without terminating it tap the symbol once. It is no longer grayed out. 3.1.2.
FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS Display 3.1.3 Rotating the Display/Screen Rotator This function is used to rotate the display. The following rotations are supported: 0°, 90°, 180°, and 270° Close all applications and back up current data to maintain the data in the RAM. 1. Perform a backup. 2. Close all applications. 3. Launch: Start ⇒ Programs ⇒ System ⇒ Screen Rotator The "Display Rotator" window appears. Fig.23: Display Rotator 4. Select the desired rotation. 5. Select [Set].
FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS Display 3.1.4 Setting the Brightness The skeye.pad XSL supplies no contrast settings as the contrast of a TFT screen cannot be changed. 1. Launch: Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel The "Control Panel" menu appears (see Fig.6). 2. In the Control Panel menu double-tap the backlight symbol. The “Backlight” window appears. Fig.24: Backlight 3. In this window, adjust the brightness of the backlight with the slider.
FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS Display 7. In this window, use the slider to set the brightness for the “Idle” mode (see chapter 2.6.3). 8. Click [OK] to confirm the settings. 1.3 • 15.01.
FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS Storage Battery 3.2 Storage Battery 3.2.1 Charging the Storage Battery The storage battery in the skeye.pad XSL is automatically recharged if the skeye.
FURTHER FUNCTIONS AND SETTINGS Storage Battery 3.2.2 Changing the Storage Battery 2a. 1. 2b. Fig.26: Changing the storage battery 1. Push the vertical slider on the back of the skeye.pad XSL towards the "open lock symbol". 2. Push the horizontal slider to the right and simultaneously slide the storage battery downwards and remove it. 3. Insert a new storage battery. 4. Lock the storage battery by pushing the slider upwards (closed lock symbol) The skeye.
ADVANCED PROGRAMS AND SETTINGS System Information 4. Advanced Programs and Settings 4.1 System Information 1. Launch: Start ⇒ Programs ⇒ System ⇒ SysInfo The "SysInfo" window appears. Fig.27: SysInfo ♦ The Versions tab displays information on operating system, serial number, and storage battery parameter. ♦ The Memory tab displays information on physical memories, drives and data memories.
ADVANCED PROGRAMS AND SETTINGS System Information 4.1.1 SysInfo Report File When calling the system information a report file is automatically created containing the same information as SysInfo. If the window is closed, the Save as window appears. Fig.28: Save as When you tap [OK], the "SysInfoReport.txt" file can be stored. Please include the report file in case of a support request. 1.3 • 15.01.
ADVANCED PROGRAMS AND SETTINGS Changing the Memory 4.2 Changing the Memory 1. Launch: Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel The "Control Panel" menu appears (see Fig.6). 2. Double-tap the System symbol. 3. Select the Memory tab. Fig.29: System properties/Memory 42 4. Use the slider to change the memory for data and programs. 5. Click [OK] to confirm the changes. 1.3 • 15.01.
ADVANCED PROGRAMS AND SETTINGS Activating Password Protection 4.3 Activating Password Protection You can protect your data on the skeye.pad XSL with a password. 1. Launch: Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel The "Control Panel" menu appears (see Fig.6). Double-tap the password symbol. The “Password Properties” window appears. Fig.30: Password Properties 2. Enter the password. 3. Confirm the password. 4. Select at least one of the password protection options. 5. Click [OK] to confirm the changes.
ADVANCED PROGRAMS AND SETTINGS Shell Config 4.4 Shell Config Shell Config can be used to perform some useful changes: ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Hide/show Start button or additional menu Activate/deactivate quick launch symbols Activate/deactivate "Show keyboard" Show/Hide "My Computer" or "Recycle Bin" Display information on the battery status Display information on Wireless LAN connection etc. These configurations are useful if users are only allowed to call certain programs via the Start menu.
ADVANCED PROGRAMS AND SETTINGS Installing Software 4.5 Installing Software You may • • download software from the internet or LAN and install it on your skeye.pad XSL, or download and install software via a connection to you desktop PC (with docking station and ActiveSync). When choosing software, always ensure that it is supported by XScale or ARM processors and Windows CE.net 4.2. 1. Pay attention to chapter 5.2 (Data backup) 2.
ADVANCED PROGRAMS AND SETTINGS Wireless LAN 4.6 Wireless LAN When purchasing a Wireless LAN card be sure to follow the information provided in chapter 2.5.12 of this manual. For recommendations on tested WiFi cards please refer to our support forum (http://forum.skeye.com) or contact the service line (the phone number can be found in chapter 10.6). 4.6.1 46 Wireless LAN Settings 1. Set up a Wireless LAN access point that provides access to a LAN or the internet.
ADVANCED PROGRAMS AND SETTINGS Wireless LAN 9. Change to the Internet Explorer and go to View ⇒ Internet Options. 10. Select the Connections tab and deactivate the “Use LAN (no autodial)” option. If your LAN uses a proxy server for internet connections activate the options “Bypass proxy server for local addresses” and “Access the Internet using a proxy server” and enter the address of the proxy server. 11. Tap [OK] to close the window. The network symbol displays in the taskbar. 1.3 • 15.01.
ADVANCED PROGRAMS AND SETTINGS Wireless LAN 4.6.2 Wireless LAN Configuration 1. Double-tap the network symbol in Systray. The following window appears: WLAGS46D1 192.168.2.100 255.255.255.0 Fig.32: IP Information 2. Select the Wireless Information tab. The following tab appears: WLAGS46D1 Test01 (prefered) Fig.33: Wireless Information 48 1.3 • 15.01.
ADVANCED PROGRAMS AND SETTINGS Wireless LAN Symbol Meaning Network not available Available network connected Network available Fig.34: Network symbols 3. On the Wireless Information tab select a network and doubletap the corresponding selection for further options. The following window appears: Fig.35: Wireless Network Properties 4. If you selected Add New as the network on the Wireless Information tab (see Fig.33) fill in the fields.
ADVANCED PROGRAMS AND SETTINGS Wireless LAN • When accessing via an access point, option This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc) network is not activated. • WEP/WPA is the data encryption used to prevent unauthorised access to the network. Enter the common network key. This ensures that data is encrypted when being transferred over the network. • The encryption type is set under Encryption. Under Authentication set the method used by a Wireless LAN client to logon to an access point (e.g.
ADVANCED PROGRAMS AND SETTINGS Wireless LAN • Enable WEP or WPA encryption Access points and WiFi adapter labelled with the WiFi logo can encrypt the transmitted data. Please note that WEP encryption is not secure. Programs widely available on the Internet can capture your data traffic and use this data to obtain the WEP key. • Deactivate the "File and Print Sharing" on the Windows computer. (This applies only if you are not running a server and do not need to access other PCs over the network).
ADVANCED PROGRAMS AND SETTINGS Entering the Network ID 4.7 Entering the Network ID To get access to network resources enter information on the network identification. 1. Launch: Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel ⇒ Owner The "Owner Properties" window appears. 2. Select the Network ID tab. Fig.36: Owner Properties | Network ID 3. 52 On the Network ID tab fill in the fields and click [OK] to confirm. 1.3 • 15.01.
ADVANCED PROGRAMS AND SETTINGS Updating the Operating System 4.8 Updating the Operating System If you update the operating system all data in the memory of the skeye.pad XSL will be deleted. Prior to an update back up all data to an external memory. ⇒ Current versions of the operating system can be found on the following page: http://forum.skeye.com. Copy the files of the update program to a Compact Flash card and insert it into the Compact Flash slot of your skeye.pad XSL. 1.
ADVANCED PROGRAMS AND SETTINGS Updating the Operating System 6. Tap [Yes] to finish the update. The system reboots and the new operating system image will be loaded. Fig.37: Update process Please note: Do not restore a SysBackup created before under the new image as this might lead to problems. Please note that you need a license for the corresponding operating system. All licenses for a new operating system version are with costs.
DATA BACKUP General Data Backup 5. Data Backup 5.1 General Data Backup Windows CE stores the following in the RAM: • • • • Working memory Files Databases Registry RAM allows fast access. It is battery buffered which means that if the battery is discharged, the contents of the RAM memory will be deleted. The flash memory contains all data saved in the "\FlashStorage" folder and subfolders. The data stored in flash memory will persist even if the battery is discharged.
DATA BACKUP SysBackup 5.2 SysBackup The "SysBackup" programs allows the backup of changed configuration settings and installed programs to be • • • created restored (so that they are available after a cold start of the system) deleted NOTES: 56 ⇒ Backup data saved with SysBackup should only be restored to the image under which they were created.
DATA BACKUP SysBackup 5.2.1 Calling SysBackup Start SysBackup via • • Start ⇒ Run ⇒ SysBackup (enter SysBackup) or Start ⇒ Programs ⇒ System ⇒ SysBackup The "SysBackup" window appears. Fig.38: SysBackup Select [autobackup-settings] to perform further settings. Backup controlled by the storage battery state Auto-scheduled backup (every 15 min.) An automatic backup interval that is too short will have a negative effect on the performance. 1.3 • 15.01.
DATA BACKUP SysBackup 5.2.2 Creating a Backup Copy all important data to the "\FlashStorage" folder or its subfolders. Everything must be backed up to ensure system settings are not lost after a battery has fully discharged or there has been a total shutdown. 1. Open the "SysBackup" program (see chapter 5.2.1). 2. In the SysBackup window tap [create]. The message "Execute backup?" appears. Fig.39: Execute backup? 3. Click [Yes] to confirm. The SysBackup is performed.
DATA BACKUP SysBackup NOTE! If you change your system settings e.g. after a new calibration of the touch you will have to perform a SysBackup. If not, the settings will no longer be available e.g. after a complete power off. 5.2.3 Restoring a Backup 1. Open the "SysBackup" program (see chapter 5.2.1). 2. Select [restore]. The message "Execute restore?" appears. Fig.41: Execute restore? 3. Click [Yes] to confirm the message. The backup will be imported.
DATA BACKUP SysBackup Please note: RAM data will possibly be overwritten. All data will be updated to the state prevailing at the time of backup creation. 5.2.4 Deleting a Backup 1. Open the "SysBackup" program (see chapter 5.2.1). 2. Tap [delete]. The message "Erase backup files" appears. Fig.42: Erase backup files? 3. 60 Click [Yes] to confirm the message. The content of the"\FlashStorage\SYSBAK" directory will be deleted. 1.3 • 15.01.
PERIPHERY Car Cradle 6. Periphery 6.1 Car Cradle The car cradle accommodates the skeye.pad XSL in a vehicle. It serves as: • • Charging station and Docking station Fig.43: Car cradle The upper part of the cradle is mounted with a spring so it can be moved upwards. This eases the insertion of the skeye.pad XSL into the car cradle. 1.3 • 15.01.
PERIPHERY Car Cradle 6.1.1 Connections Power supply and three connections can be found at the bottom side. 1. 2. 3. Fig.44: Car cradle, connections 1. 2. 3. Serial connection USB host connection Connection for a GPS mouse of the GNS GmbH (http://www.gns-gmbh.de), type MD6, or a GPS mouse with identical plug assignment. Do not connect other peripheral devices here. The USB host and the serial connection can be used for other GPS mice.
PERIPHERY Car Cradle Placing the Skeye.pad into the Car Cradle Stirrup Plug-type connections Retainer Fig.46: Car cradle with stirrup pulled upwards 1. 2. 3. 4. Grasp the skeye.pad XSL at its sides. Press the upper middle part of the skeye.pad XSL into the stirrup and push it upwards. Place the bottom part of the skeye.pad XSL into the car cradle. Re-adjust the skeye.pad XSL to ensure that is fits correctly into the plug-type connections of the cradle. Fig.47: Car cradle with skeye.
PERIPHERY Docking Station 6.2 Docking Station The docking station is used to accommodate the skeye.pad XSL. It serves as: • Charging station and • for PC communication LEDs Fig.48: Docking station Several connections can be found at the rear side of the docking station. 4. 3. 2. 1. Fig.49: Docking station, connections 1. 2. 3. 4. 6.2.
PERIPHERY Docking Station 6.2.2 Connecting the Docking Station to the Desktop PC USB cable Power supply unit HW 1430 incl. cable PC Fig.50: Docking station PC 1. Establish a connection between the docking station and the desktop PC at an USB port. 2. Connect the power supply unit to the docking station. 3. Insert the mains plug into the socket. 1.3 • 15.01.
COMMUNICATION/DATA EXCHANGE General Information on Exchanging Data with the Desktop PC 7. Communication/Data Exchange 7.1 General Information on Exchanging Data with the Desktop PC You can connect your skeye.pad XSL to a desktop PC using a docking station. You may either use the USB client connection or the serial connection. Please note that you have to perform the corresponding settings in ActiveSync when you change the connection type (see chapter 7.4). To establish a connection between the skeye.
COMMUNICATION/DATA EXCHANGE Exchanging Data via ActiveSync 7.2 Exchanging Data via ActiveSync Using the ActiveSync program you can perform the following tasks (between your desktop PC and your skeye.pad): • • • • 7.2.1 Securing and restoring skeye.pad XSL data Adding and removing programs on your skeye.pad XSL Synchronising files Transferring and copying files System Requirements for the ActiveSync Program • Desktop PC with a 486/33DX processor or higher • Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.
COMMUNICATION/DATA EXCHANGE Exchanging Data via ActiveSync 7.2.2 Installing ActiveSync on Your Desktop PC 1. Start the Internet Explorer on the desktop PC and enter the following internet address: www.microsoft.com: The following window appears: Fig.51: Microsoft Internet Page 68 2. Under Product Resources click Downloads. 3. Under Download Categories select Mobile Devices. 4. Another window appears. Search in Mobile Devices for Microsoft ActiveSync. 5. Select a version. 6.
COMMUNICATION/DATA EXCHANGE Sending and Receiving Data 7.3 Sending and Receiving Data 7.3.1 skeye.pad XSL ⇔ Desktop PC We recommend using the ActiveSync program for a PC communication. Information on the installation of the program can be found in chapter 7.2. 1. Place the skeye.pad XSL into the docking station connected. 2. Switch on the skeye.pad XSL. 3. Switch on the desktop PC. 4. On your skeye.
COMMUNICATION/DATA EXCHANGE Sending and Receiving Data Fig.53: New Partnership Here, you may • • select Yes to synchronise your skeye.pad XSL with your desktop PC or select No to logon as guest to the desktop PC. Select Yes (see chapter 7.3.1.2) or No (see chapter 7.3.1.1) and click [Next >] to confirm. 70 1.3 • 15.01.
COMMUNICATION/DATA EXCHANGE Sending and Receiving Data 7.3.1.1 No – Login as Guest If you log in as guest to your desktop PC with your skeye.pad XSL, you can copy or move files from the desktop computer to the skeye.pad XSL and vice versa. No automatic synchronisation of calendar and files will take place. This would require setting up a partnership. 1. If you select No in the New Partnership wizard, you will see the following window: Fig.54: Microsoft ActiveSync | Login as Guest 2.
COMMUNICATION/DATA EXCHANGE Sending and Receiving Data 7.3.1.2 Yes – Setting up a Partnership If you set up a partnership between the skeye.pad XSL and your desktop PC, you will be able to copy or move files from the desktop computer to the skeye.pad XSL and vice versa as well as automatically synchronise calendar and files. 1. If you selected Yes in the New Partnership wizard, you will see the following window: Fig.55: New partnership | synchronisation settings 2.
COMMUNICATION/DATA EXCHANGE Sending and Receiving Data Fig.56: File Synchronisation settings 7. In this window select the desired settings for synchronisation and click [OK] to confirm. The "New partnership", synchronisation settings window appears again. 8. Select [Next >]. 1.3 • 15.01.
COMMUNICATION/DATA EXCHANGE Sending and Receiving Data The following window appears: Fig.57: New partnership | Setup Complete 9. Select [Finish]. Having completed the setup, the following window appears: Fig.58: Microsoft ActiveSync The synchronisation has been completed successfully. 74 1.3 • 15.01.
COMMUNICATION/DATA EXCHANGE Changing the Interface 7.4 Changing the Interface You may connect your skeye.pad XSL serially or via USB to a PC. To change the interface used proceed as follows: 1. Launch: Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel The "Control Panel" menu appears. 2. Double-tap the symbol for the PC connection. The “PC Connection properties” window appears. Fig.59: PC connection properties In the “Connect using” area you see the interface used by the skeye.pad XSL to search for your computer. 3.
COMMUNICATION/DATA EXCHANGE Internet Explorer 7.5 Internet Explorer To change internet options in the Internet Explorer proceed as follows: 1. Double-tap the following symbol: . The Internet Explorer opens up. 2. In the menu bar of the Internet Explorer select View. 3. In the View menu select Internet Options. Fig.61: Internet Explorer | View 4. In the Internet Options menu select the Connection tab. The “Connection" tab appears. Fig.62: Internet Explorer | Connection 76 5.
COMMUNICATION/DATA EXCHANGE Internet Explorer This dial-up connection will be automatically started when you open the Internet Explorer. 6. To setup internet connections via proxy server in the network select Access the Internet using a proxy server and enter the network address of the proxy server. 7. Click [OK] to confirm. 8. Close the Internet Explorer. 1.3 • 15.01.
TECHNICAL DATA Internet Explorer 8. Technical Data Processor: Intel XScale PXA255 CPU, 400 MHz Memory: 128 MB SD-RAM 128 MB Flash Touch: Technology: Size: Display: Type: Resolution: Amount of colours: Format: Storage battery: Operating time of the storage battery: Lifetime of the storage battery: Temperature range: Working: Storage: Relative humidity: Resistive 8,4" 8,4 ” (21 cm) transmissive, brilliant TFT display 800 x 600 Pixel 65,536 Colours Landscape exchangeable Lithium-Ion battery, 3.
TROUBLESHOOTING Reset via Software 9. Troubleshooting In case there is no problem solution in this chapter • • 9.1 open our homepage (www.skeye.com) and change to the support forum http://forum.skeye.com or call our service hotline. The phone numbers can be found in chapter 10.6. Reset via Software If an application does not react use the software to perform a restart. Select: Start ⇒ Programs ⇒ System ⇒ Reset NOTE! After a software reset all data and settings will still be available on your skeye.
TROUBLESHOOTING Reset via Hardware 9.2 Reset via Hardware If the touch screen does not react or if you cannot switch on the device, press the reset button at the back of the skeye.pad XSL. Reset Reset Phones Artikel: Power HW 90350 skeye.pad xsl Prod.—Ch—.Nr.: T19685 2 17 4001 Serien — Nr.: 60013920 D Höft & Wessel AG D -30659 Hannover open Fig.63: skeye.pad XSL, Reset To initiate a reset you need a long tapered object, e.g. a bent up paper clip.
TROUBLESHOOTING Internet Connection Cannot be Established 9.3 Internet Connection Cannot be Established General: Connections settings available? Open Start Settings Control Panel Network and dial-up connection. There must be at least one connection created. If there is no connection available create a new one. Use either a modem or the Wireless LAN. Internet explorer connection OK? Open the Internet Explorer. In the View menu select Internet Options. Select the Connection tab.
TROUBLESHOOTING ActiveSync Connection Cannot be Established 9.4 ActiveSync Connection Cannot be Established 9.4.1 Checking the Connection of the Docking Station Ensure all cables and power supply units are connected properly. The green LED of the docking station indicates operation readiness. 9.4.2 Checking Connection Settings on the Desktop PC 1. Start ActiveSync on the desktop PC. Fig.64: ActiveSync | File 2. 82 Select Connection Settings... in the File menu.
TROUBLESHOOTING ActiveSync Connection Cannot be Established Fig.65: Connection Settings 3. Check the settings and change if required. 4. Click OK to confirm. If your desktop PC is protected by a firewall note that those programs might prevent ActiveSync connections. 1.3 • 15.01.
TROUBLESHOOTING ActiveSync Connection Cannot be Established 9.4.3 Checking Registry Entries If you are unable to establish an ActiveSync connection between the skeye.pad XSL and the PC via the serial interface, Microsoft recommends checking that the following Registry entries are present, and if not, editing the Registry accordingly. CAUTION! Registry entries must only be changed by experienced and authorised users (administrator).
TROUBLESHOOTING ActiveSync Connection Cannot be Established Under HKEY_CURRENT_USER click "Windows CE Services". Call "Edit ⇒ New ⇒ DWORD Value". Enter "SerialBaudrate" (no quotation marks) Double-click "SerialBaudRate” to open the "Modify DWORD Value" window. Select "Decimal" and enter "115200" (no quotation marks) Close the registry editor. Restart your PC to enable changes. 1.3 • 15.01.
ANNEX Dialing Patterns 10. Annex 10.1 Dialing Patterns A dialing pattern defines the dialing location and dialing type. 1. Launch: Start ⇒ Settings ⇒ Control Panel The "Control Panel" menu appears (see Fig.6). 2. Double-tap the symbol for Dialing. The “Dialing properties” window appears. Example: If you are in your office, the dialing patterns ensures that the number you will call is preceded by a zero. If you are at home, no preceding zero will be dialed.
ANNEX Dialing Patterns • If you only enter a “G” in all 3 rows, the telephone number you entered in the "Telephone number" field of the “Make New Dial Up Connection” window will be dialled exactly. In this case, the remaining fields for the country and area are of no significance. This is the simplest way of adjusting. Fig.67: Dialing patterns 2 • If you enter additional entries, the telephone number will be composed of the additional entries for country code and area code. Fig.
ANNEX Taskbar/Symbol Description 10.2 Taskbar/Symbol Description The following symbols may appear in the taskbar: Symbol Meaning The storage battery is charged (see chapter 3.2) Less than 30% storage battery capacity Storage battery needs recharging Transcriber program activated (see chapter 3.1.2) Transcriber program started but deactivated Show keyboard (see chapter 2.5.3) Hide keyboard (see chapter 2.5.3) Call desktop (see chapter 2.5.
ANNEX Special Commands 10.3 Special Commands The table below contains the special commands not part of the default Windows CE command set: Launch via the Start menu: Start Run or Start Programs System Special command Reset Result Resets the skeye.pad XSL. Terminates all running programs and restarts the skeye.pad XSL. RAM data is maintained.
ANNEX Conformity declarations 10.4 90 Conformity declarations 1.3 • 15.01.
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ANNEX Glossary 10.5 Glossary COM Communication Port Communication ports are the serial interfaces COM1 and COM2. DECT Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications A cordless phone standard widely used in Europe with a range of up to 300 m. DRAM Data Random Access Memory dynamic, volatile direct access memory (working memory) The flash-memory is a non-volatile memory type with a block-orientated way of work.
ANNEX Glossary packages of any protocol and transmits them via the internet. USB Universal Serial Bus A bus system to connect a computer to external USB peripheral devices for exchanging data. WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy Encryption type used in wireless local area networks according to IEEE standard 802.
ANNEX Manufacturer's Address 10.6 Manufacturer's Address Höft & Wessel AG Rotenburger Str. 20 30659 Hannover Germany Phone: 0511 / 6102 - 0 Fax: 0511 / 6102 - 713 www.hoeft-wessel.com info@Hoeft-Wessel.de Service line: Within Germany: 01803 / 23 28 29 ( 0.09 € per min) from abroad: +49/511/6102-600 96 1.3 • 15.01.
ANNEX Table of Figures 10.7 Table of Figures Fig. 1: Front view...................................................................... 16 Fig. 2: Rear view ...................................................................... 16 Fig.3: Upper edge .................................................................... 17 Fig.4: Lower edge .................................................................... 17 Fig.5: Start Screen ................................................................... 18 Fig.
ANNEX Table of Figures Fig.43: Car cradle..................................................................... 61 Fig.44: Car cradle, connections ............................................... 62 Fig.45: Car cradle, connecting socket MiniDIN 6-pole for GPS mouse GNS ............................................................... 62 Fig.46: Car cradle with stirrup pulled upwards ......................... 63 Fig.47: Car cradle with skeye.pad XSL .................................... 63 Fig.
ANNEX Index 10.8 Index —A— Activating password protection 43 ActiveSync Data exchange 69 Guest login 71 Install 68 No connection 82 Setting up a Partnership 72 System requirements 67 Tasks 67 —B— Backlighting 36 Backup Creating 58 Delete 60 Restore 59 Brightness 36 —C— Car cradle 61 Connections 62 Inserting the skeye.
ANNEX Index Update 53 —P— PC card 26 PCMCIA card See PC card Power supply 29 —R— RAM 55 Regional setting 21 Registry entry 84 Report file 41 Reset Hardware 80 Software 79 Right mouse button 23 —S— Safety notes Wireless LAN 9 Safety Notes Car cradle 9 Data loss 11 Driving a car 9 General 7 SD card 26 Security notes Storage battery: 8 Shell Config 44 ShellCfg 44 skeye.pad XSL Handling and Maintenance 15 Technical data 78 Variants 14 Views 16 Software Install 45 System requirements 26, 45 100 1.3 • 15.
