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ALIEN TECHNOLOGY ALH-900x QUICKSTART GUIDE To download the latest Users Guide, Developers Guide, and Firmware for your new handheld, please browse to this address:
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Before you start using your new handheld, it is important that you enable the internal backup battery, by moving the small white switch under the main battery toward the right. 8/12/11 ALIEN TECHNOLOGY ALH-900x QUICKSTART GUIDE To download the latest Users Guide, Developers Guide, and Firmware for your new handheld, please browse to this address:
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ALIEN TECHNOLOGY ALH-9000 ALH-9001 USERS GUIDE 02/06/12 ALH-9000 ALH-9001 ALH-9000 EMA ALH-9001 EMA Legal Notices Copyright 2012 Alien Technology Corporation. All rights reserved. Alien Technology Corporation has intellectual property rights relating to technology embodied in the products described in this document, including without limitation certain patents or patent pending applications in the U.S. or other countries. This document and the products to which it pertains are distributed under licenses restricting their use, copying, distribution and decompilation. No part of this product documentation may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written consent of Alien Technology Corporation and its licensors, if any. Third party software is copyrighted and licensed from Licensors. Alien, Alien Technology, the Alien logo, Nanoblock, FSA, Gen2Ready, Squiggle, the Squiggle logo, Nanoscanner and other graphics, logos, and service names used in this document are trademarks of Alien Technology Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. U.S. Government approval required when exporting the product described in this documentation. Federal Acquisitions: Commercial Software -- Government Users Subject to Standard License Terms and Conditions. U.S. Government: If this Software is being acquired by or on behalf of the U.S. Government or by a U.S. Government prime contractor or subcontractor (at any tier), then the Government's rights in the Software and accompanying documentation shall be only as set forth in this license; this is in accordance with 48 C.F.R. 227.7201 through 227.7202-4 (for Department of Defense (DoD) acquisitions) and with 48 C.F.R. 2.101 and 12.212 (for non-DoD acquisitions). DOCUMENTATION IS PROVIDED AS IS AND ALL EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONDITIONS, REPRESENTATIONS AND WARANTEES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR NON-INFRINGMENT ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT THAT SUCH DISCLAIMERS ARE HELD TO BE LEGALLY INVALID. FCC Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with instruction manual, may cause harmful interference with radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Any change or modification to this product voids the users authority to operate per FCC Part 15 Subpart A. Section 15.21 regulations. Industry Canada Compliance Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 6dBi. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that required for successful communication. Caution Reader antennas should be positioned so that personnel in the area for prolonged periods may safely remain at least 23 cm (9 in) in an uncontrolled environment from the antennas surface. See FCC OET Bulletin 56 Hazards of radio frequency and electromagnetic fields and Bulletin 65 Human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic fields. European Radio Compliance This Equipment has been tested and found compliant with the following Mandatory Specifications:
EN 302 208 Electromagnetic Compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM) Radio Frequency Identification Equipment operating in the band 865 MHz to 868 MHz with Power levels of 2w ERP. Part 1: Technical requirements and methods of measurements. Part 2: Harmonized EN under article 3.2 of R&TTE Directive. EN 301 489 Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM) Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards for Radio equipment and services:
Part 1: Common technical requirements Part 3: Specific conditions for short-Range Devices (SRD) operating on frequencies between 9 kHz and 40 GHz. 1177 EN60950 Safety of information technology equipment. This radio must be used with the external mains to DC power adaptor, supplied with the product. Alien Technology TABLE OF CONTENTS Users Guide ALH-9000, ALH-9001 02/06/12 Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................1 About this Manual ..................................................................................................................................1 Who should read this manual?.......................................................................................................................1 How to use the battery correctly.....................................................................................................................1 Caution when using........................................................................................................................................1 Components and Features ....................................................................................................................1 Package components.....................................................................................................................................2 Handheld Components...................................................................................................................................3 Description of Each Component.....................................................................................................................4 CHAPTER 2 BASIC FUNCTIONS......................................................................................................5 Power and Battery .................................................................................................................................5 Switch On Backup Battery..............................................................................................................................5 Detaching the Main Battery ............................................................................................................................5 Attaching the Main Battery .............................................................................................................................6 Charging.........................................................................................................................................................6 Power On and Off...........................................................................................................................................7 Checking the Battery Gauge ..........................................................................................................................8 Backup Battery...............................................................................................................................................9 Disposal of Battery .........................................................................................................................................9 System Reset.........................................................................................................................................9 Soft (Warm) Reset..........................................................................................................................................9 Hard (Cold) Reset ........................................................................................................................................10 Using a MicroSD Card .........................................................................................................................10 Installing a MicroSD Card.............................................................................................................................10 System Settings ...................................................................................................................................12 Setting Brightness ........................................................................................................................................12 Screen Calibration........................................................................................................................................13 Setting Volume and Sounds .........................................................................................................................13 Setting the Date and Time............................................................................................................................14 Using the Keypad.................................................................................................................................15 Inputting Data...............................................................................................................................................15 Using the <Fun> Button ...............................................................................................................................16 Using the Soft Input Panel ...................................................................................................................16 Using the Stylus ...................................................................................................................................17 Using ActiveSync .................................................................................................................................17 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync Program ......................................................................................................17 Connecting PC to PDA.................................................................................................................................18 Transmitting Data .........................................................................................................................................19 Firmware Upgrade ...............................................................................................................................21 Boot Menu............................................................................................................................................23 CHAPTER 3 RFID TAG READER ..................................................................................................24 Starting the ALH-900x RFID Demo Software.......................................................................................24 Inventory Utility ....................................................................................................................................25 Geiger Tag Utility..................................................................................................................................26 Tag Access Utility .................................................................................................................................27 Basic Access Tab .........................................................................................................................................27 Advanced Access Tab ..................................................................................................................................29 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV B i TABLE OF CONTENTS Tag Mask..............................................................................................................................................31 Tag Mask Scan..........................................................................................................................................32 Tag Mask Specify ......................................................................................................................................32 Tag Mask Presets......................................................................................................................................34 Reader Settings ...................................................................................................................................35 CHAPTER 4 BARCODE SCANNER (1D & 2D)................................................................................36 BarcodeDemo ......................................................................................................................................36 Using the BarcodeEmulator.................................................................................................................37 Setting Barcode Symbology ................................................................................................................39 Barcode Scanning Beam Position .......................................................................................................41 Correct Scanning Beam Position .................................................................................................................41 Incorrect Scanning Beam Position ...............................................................................................................41 CHAPTER 5 WIRELESS LAN .......................................................................................................42 Powering Up the WLAN Radio ............................................................................................................42 Configuring the WLAN Connection......................................................................................................42 Checking WLAN Information ...............................................................................................................43 CHAPTER 6 BLUETOOTH.............................................................................................................44 Turning on Bluetooth............................................................................................................................44 Connecting Bluetooth Printers (SPP) ..................................................................................................44 CHAPTER 7 USING GPS .............................................................................................................47 Executing GPS Demo Program ...........................................................................................................47 CHAPTER 8 USING THE CAMERA.................................................................................................48 Using the Camera................................................................................................................................48 CHAPTER 9 USING A SIM CARD ..................................................................................................50 Installing SIM Card.......................................................................................................................................50 Configure the Remote Access Server (RAS)................................................................................................50 Making the 3G Network Connection.............................................................................................................52 APPENDIX ....................................................................................................................................53 Configuration........................................................................................................................................53 ii ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV B CHAPTER 1 Chapter 1 Introduction About this Manual INTRODUCTION This manual provides you with safety information, technical support information, and sources for additional product information. Who should read this manual?
This manual is written for the person who is responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining the ALH-900x handheld. This manual provides you with information about the features of the ALH-900x, and how to install, configure, operate, and maintain it. Before you work with the ALH-900x, you should be familiar with your network and general networking terms, such as IP address. Before you handle and operate your ALH-900x, please read through and become familiar with the contents of this manual. How to use the battery correctly Do not touch the terminals of the battery with any metal objects. Depending on the age of the battery and the operating time while using it, the charge If you do not use the battery for a long time after charging, keep it at room temperature. capacity can be reduced. You must charge the device with only the provided adaptor. Caution when using Careless use or repair attempts may damage the unit or stored data. Alien is not responsible for this damage, so important data should be kept separately. If you have a problem, do not try to repair or disassemble the product yourself; please contact Alien customer service. Do not use where devices sensitive to electromagnetic radiation are operating, such as a hospital, airplane, etc., or risk of interference may occur. The unit may malfunction at very high or low temperatures, or in a very humid environment. Please do not use sharp objects to touch the screen, or damage may result. Use only soft objects, like your finger or the included stylus, on the touchscreen. Components and Features The ALH-900x mobile computer is a small, ergonomically designed PDA, built on the Microsoft window CE Operating System. The PDA is equipped with an, RFID tag reader, MicroSD card reader, wireless modem, 1D or 2D barcode scanner, and optional GPS and camera modules. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 1 INTRODUCTION CHAPTER 1 Package components After opening the product packaging box, check the items listed as below. If there are missing or defective items, please contact the Alien customer support, or your place of purchase. 2 ALH-900x Body Adaptor and AC Cable Main Battery Cradle Pistol Grip Protective Film USB Sync Cable Stylus Hand Strap ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Power Volume WLAN LED Phone Speaker Barcode Scanner Handheld Components Trigger Button (F19) Cradle Connector DC Power Jack L/R Arrow Key Touch Screen Reset Button Pistol Grip Keypad Camera (ALH-9001) RFID Reader Speaker Main Battery F7/F8 F9 Microphone Battery Latch Handstrap Hole Earphone Jack USB Sync Connector ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 3 INTRODUCTION Description of Each Component CHAPTER 1 Part UHF Reader 1D/2D Barcode Scanner Reset Button Microphone WLAN LED Battery Latch Main Battery Volume Buttons Descriptions The 900MHz UHF RFID tag reader module. The laser beam is emitted through this window. Do not look directly at the laser!
Enables you to perform a Soft Reset. Press along with the <Power> button to perform a Hard Reset. Records audio from the surrounding environment. Indicates WLAN power on-off status. Allows you to detach the main battery. Provides primary power to the unit. Adjusts the volume, when you also press the <Fun> button. Function Buttons (F7, F8) Allows you to perform common actions. Function Button (F9) Speaker USB Sync Connector Earphone Jack L/R Arrow Key Power LED Cradle Connector Camera (ALR-9001) Cradle Connector Keypad Touchscreen Hand Strap Hole Allows you to perform common actions, like scan for an RFID tag. Built-in speaker emits various sound effects. Allows you to connect and send data to a PC via a USB sync cable. Allows you to connect earphones. Moves the cursor left and right. When also pressing the <Fun> button, moves the cursor up and down. Illuminates red when the battery is charging and green when it is fully charged. Interfaces with the cradle, when docked. Allows you to capture and store photographic images. Enables you to sync with a PC, while charging the batteries. Allows you to input key presses (numbers, letters, and symbols). Displays running programs, and allows you to control them directly, using the stylus and touchscreen. Enables you to attach the hand strap and/or stylus in a convenient location, while using the device for a long period of time. 4 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 2 Chapter 2 Basic Functions Power and Battery BASIC FUNCTIONS The ALH-900x battery system is composed of main battery, an optional pistol grip battery, and a backup battery. The main battery supplies the power to the system and RAM which retains saved data. A backup battery saves the data in RAM in the situation where the main battery is discharged completely. Main Battery:
Pistol-Grip Battery (optional): 4,400 mAh, 3.7v Lithium-Ion Backup Battery:
Switch on the backup battery when first setting up the ALH-900x, and then install the main battery and charge it completely. 100 mAh, 3.7v LithiumPolymer 3,000 mAh, 3.7v LithiumPolymer Backup Battery Switch Switch On Backup Battery The image below shows the battery compartment, after the main battery has already been removed. Slide the lever to the right to switch on the backup battery. Re-attach the main battery to the back battery compartment of the PDA. Confirm that the battery latch locked firmly (see below). Connect the adaptor to the PDA adaptor connecting jack, and check to make sure the Power LED is illuminated red, and then allow it to charge completely until it the Power LED turns green. Detaching the Main Battery The images below show the back-bottom of the handheld unit. Slide the battery latch to the right
(UNLOCK side), and then lift the main battery out of the compartment along both sides of groove. Both sides of groove Battery Latch ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 5 BASIC FUNCTIONS CHAPTER 2 R/L Battery Attaching Groove Attaching the Main Battery Put the top part of battery into the upward groove, and then press down on the bottom part of the battery into the battery compartment. Slide the battery latch to the left (LOCK side) to attach the battery firmly. Charging You must charge the battery only with the provided adapter or cradle. The Power LED illuminates red while charging and green when charging is complete. Connecting Adapter 1. Plug the adapter cable to 110V socket. 2. Connect adapter DC cable to the power connecting jack of the main body. Power LED is red while charging. 3. 6 Caution:
You must charge the battery by using only the dedicated adapter provided by Alien, or your device may be damaged. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 2 BASIC FUNCTIONS Power On and Off Pressing the <Power> button once causes the device to enter low-power (sleep) mode. Pressing
<Power> button once again activates the system. Power Off:
Power On:
1. When the system is on, press the <Power>
button for a couple of seconds and the backlight will be turned off and it will enter the low-power sleep mode. Power On and Off With <Power> Button Power Button Even though the units power is off, the data stored in RAM will be saved, and those programs which have been running before the power was turned off will resume where they left off. If the main battery and backup battery are both discharged, the RAM data will disappear and the system will be start up as if from a cold reboot. button quickly, and the backlight will turn on and wake up the system. when you connect to the ActiveSync USB cable. 1. When the system is off, press the <Power>
2. The power will be turned on automatically Power Off With <Start> Menu You can put the handheld to sleep by pressing the Start button in the lower-left corner of the screen and selecting Suspend. Taskbar: Displays the currently running programs. Start button: Activates the start menu to execute new programs. Start button Taskbar ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 7 BASIC FUNCTIONS CHAPTER 2 Power Off Automatically If the device has not been used for a period of time, the system will enter low-power (sleep) mode automatically. Carefully setting the sleep mode time in the Power Management control panel can save power and prolong the life of the battery.
[Start] > [Settings] > [Control Panel] > [Power] > [Timeout]
to sleep automatically, press the
<Power> button.
To activate the device after it has gone
You can also double click <Power> icon on the Taskbar to enter this screen. Power Icon Battery Discharging If the main battery discharges completely while the system is turned on, the device will go into low-power (sleep) mode automatically, and even pressing the <Power> button will not cause the system to turn on. In this case, you should fully charge the main battery and then press the
<Power> button to turn on the handheld. Checking the Battery Gauge Battery life is largely affected by the users usage habits. The battery may need up to twelve hours to charge completely. Checking Battery Gauge
[Start] > [Settings] > [Control Panel] > [Power] > [Battery]
ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 8 CHAPTER 2 BASIC FUNCTIONS Low Power Warning If the remaining battery charge cannot support the running system any more, a low power warning message window will appear on the screen. You will need to press the
<Power> button to turn off the power, and charge the battery as soon as possible. Backup Battery The backup battery can safely maintain the RAM data, even when the main battery is discharged completely. Caution:
If the main battery and the backup battery are both discharged, the RAM data will be lost. Any unsaved data in the running programs will be lost. After charging and rebooting, the system will not be restored to its previous state. Disposal of Battery If the battery becomes damaged or reaches its end-of-life, you need to purchase a new one. Please dispose the used batteries in an approved location. System Reset If there is no response from the handheld, or an application is locked up and stops responding, then a reset of the handheld may be necessary. Resetting the system is also required when you want to upgrade firmware, Soft (Warm) Reset If there is no response from the system, you should first perform a soft reset. A soft reset will halt running programs and the user memory will be deleted. Installed programs and saved data are not affected. Use the stylus pen to press <Reset> button briefly. The screen will go black momentarily before the system reboots again. Soft Reset Press Reset button. System will reboot. Desktop appears in about ten seconds. Your registry information, copied files, and installed programs are all retained. Reset Button ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 9 BASIC FUNCTIONS CHAPTER 2 Hard (Cold) Reset A Hard Reset (which is sometimes called a Cold Reset) initializes the hardware completely. The users installed programs, files, and registry values will be retained, but the real-time data and date/time will be reset. You need to reset the time and date after performed Hard Reset. You should only perform a Hard Reset when the Soft Reset fails to restore the system. Hold the
<Power> button while using the stylus pen to press the <Reset> button, then release both of them simultaneously. The screen will go black momentarily before the system restarts again. Hard Reset Press Power and Reset buttons together. System will reboot. Desktop reappears in about ten seconds. Time & date window will pop up and need to be reconfigured. Power Button Reset Button Using a MicroSD Card The image below is with the battery compartment off. There is one MicroSD card slot, and one SIM card slot. Instructions for inserting and configuring a SIM card, for 3G network communications, are given in the chapter, Using a SIM Card. SIM Card Slot SAM Card Slot
(unused; may not be present) MicroSD Card Slot Installing a MicroSD Card 10 Carefully slide the metal cover to the right, along the direction of the arrow, to open it. Lift the cover up along arrow direction. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 2 BASIC FUNCTIONS Set the MicroSD card into the slot and lower the cover again. You can find the MicroSD memory card icon in the file explorer, after inserting the MicroSD card. Slide the cover to the left to lock it, and reattach the main battery. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 11 BASIC FUNCTIONS System Settings CHAPTER 2 My Device Most of the system settings can be changed through the system Control Panel, which is accessed via the Start button, or by double-tapping on My Device on the desktop. Start button Setting Brightness Brightness is set at 80% at the factory, and screen brightness is the biggest part of your power consumption, so you might need to adjust it to suit your actual need.
[Start] > [Settings] > [Control Panel] > [Backlight]
You can adjust the brightness while on AC or battery power, the idle timeout for when the screen should dim, and the idle timeout for when the keypad lamps should dim. 12 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 2 BASIC FUNCTIONS Screen Calibration The first time the device is used, or if you havent used the device for a long time, you may find that you cannot accurately select the place where you touch with the stylus. In this case, you need to perform the screen calibration.
[Start] > [Settings] > [Control Panel] > [Stylus] > [Calibration] > [Recalibrate]
Press and hold the stylus pen briefly on the center of the cross symbol, and repeat five times as it moves around the screen. Finish by pressing the Enter key on the keypad. Setting Volume and Sounds Volume is already set at 80% at the factory, and you can adjust volume as needed at the Volume and Sounds control panel.
[Start] > [Settings] > [Control Panel] > [Volume and Sounds]
ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 13 BASIC FUNCTIONS CHAPTER 2 Setting the Date and Time
[Start] > [Settings] > [Control Panel] > [Date and Time]
Setting Month:
Double-click the month or click the Left/Right arrows to set the month. Setting Day:
Click the day directly to set the day. Setting Year:
Double-click the year, and click the up and down arrow button to set it. 14 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 2 BASIC FUNCTIONS Setting Time:
Use the up and down arrow to set the time, and click AM/PM in the time area directly. Setting Time Zone:
Click the down arrow to select your time zone, and finish by clicking the apply button. Using the Keypad The physical keypad enables you to input numbers, letters and special symbols. You can also execute other preset functions with the <Fun> button. If youd like to change the current input mode, press the <1 ALP> button on the keypad as it steps through the following sequence:
1 (Numeric) -> a (lowercase letters) -> A(uppercase letters) -> 1 Clicking the input mode icon on the taskbar also changes the input mode. Inputting Data Numeric Keypad Mode, 1: Press the <1 ALP> button or keypad icon on the taskbar to change to the numeric mode. Pressing a keypad button will directly enter the number printed on that key. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 15 BASIC FUNCTIONS CHAPTER 2 Alphabet Keypad Mode, A,a: Press the <1 ALP> button or keypad icon on the taskbar to change to the lowercase (a) or uppercase (A) mode. Each keypad button has 2-4 letters or symbols. Pressing the button once causes the first letter or symbol to be entered; quickly pressing twice causes the second letter or symbol to be entered, and the third letter or symbol requires the button to be pressed three times quickly. Using the <Fun> Button Pressing <Fun> button and other buttons simultaneously can activate various functions, as below:
Fun + Button Descriptions
<Esc>
Volume button
<Up>, <Down>
<3>,<9>
Cancels the selected command or the programs current task. Increases or decreases the sound volume. Performs page-Up or page-Down operations.
<2>,<4>,<5>,<6>,<8> Moves the cursor Left, Right, Up, Down, and Home.
<Del>
<7>
<*>,<0>,<#>
<F3>,<F4>
Deletes a letter located to the right of the cursor. Works like a Tab key. Enables you to input +, 000, and symbols. Enables you to use as two additional function buttons. Using the Soft Input Panel Sometimes, when entering data on-screen, it is easier to use the stylus and the soft input panel to enter text. You can configure the layout of the soft input panel in the Input Panel control panel. Clicking the software input panel
(keyboard) icon on the taskbar brings up the on-screen keypad. Tap on the on-screen keys and the characters are entered wherever the insertion cursor is. 16 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 2 Using the Stylus BASIC FUNCTIONS Use the stylus to:
You can tie the stylus to the hole in the hand strap connector, to allow you to use the stylus like a mouse on a PC. The hand strap has a small integrated holster for storing the stylus safely. Select a letter on the onscreen soft keypad. Select a program on the desktop or taskbar. Select a button, tab bar, or other control in an Please do not use sharp objects on the touch screen. Use only the supplied stylus; otherwise you could seriously damage the touch screen. application window. Caution:
Using ActiveSync The ActiveSync interface synchronizes data between the PC and handheld device, so that you can install programs, copy, transition, and delete data, etc. Installing Microsoft ActiveSync Program Download the latest version of the ActiveSync program from the Microsoft website, and install it to your PC. http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/
Caution:
You must use ActiveSync v3.7 version or later. Click the [Next] button. Designate the installation folder, and then click the <Next> button. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 17 BASIC FUNCTIONS CHAPTER 2 The installation was finished. Now when you use the USB cable to connect to the USB port on your computer, ActiveSync will automatically detect the device and make a connection. Connecting PC to PDA On the PC:
[Start] > [Programs] > [Microsoft ActiveSync]
Windows XP Configuration Executing Microsoft ActiveSync program. Click [File], Click [Get Connected]. 18 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 2 BASIC FUNCTIONS Select <Allow USB connection with this desktop computer>, press OK button. ActiveSync connected to PDA. Handheld Configuration
[Start] > [Settings] > [Control Panel] > [PC Connection]
Double click PC Connection icon To check if set to connected to USB Sync cable Transmitting Data Use the USB cable to connect the PC and the handheld device. You can check the state of the ActiveSync connection on your PC taskbar. Disconnected state Connected state ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 19 BASIC FUNCTIONS CHAPTER 2 After ActiveSync is connected, click the Explore button. Drag and drop (from handheld to PC, or from PC to handheld) to copy files. Browse to the folder on the handheld where you would like to copy a file. 20 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 2 BASIC FUNCTIONS Firmware Upgrade
[Start] > [Settings] > [Control Panel] > [Firmware Update]
You can check the handhelds firmware version in the Firmware Update control panel. It is also possible to load a new firmware image (from either the Flash disk or a MicroSD card) using this utility. Firmware updates require a hard reset to finish the process. New firmware for the handheld is distributed as two separate image files one for the bootloader, and one for the main OS image. Upgrading the units firmware will reset it to a factory-default state. Any data or programs you may have loaded (except on the Flash Disk) will be removed and you will have to reconfigure the unit afterwards. You have two options for copying the new firmware files to the handheld (both methods are explained earlier in the manual):
Go to the Firmware Update control panel to examine the current firmware version, and perform an upgrade. The top area shows the current firmware version (406/405 in this example). Copy them to the top level of a MicroSD card and install the card into the back of the unit. Use ActiveSync to copy the files to the top level of the units Flash Disk. Once the two firmware files are in the handheld, use the Firmware Upgrade control panel to install them. In the Select Files to Upgrade area, pick either Flash Disk or MicroSD from the DISK pulldown, depending on where you loaded the image files. Check both the BOOT and OS checkboxes to indicate that you want to install both, and it will verify the existence of those files and report their version numbers in the Files Ver. In Storage area of the window. If everything looks good, click the Upgrade Start button to begin the installation. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 21 BASIC FUNCTIONS CHAPTER 2 After the upgrade is complete, you must cold-reset the unit (press Power and the recessed Reset button at the same time). Select the location of the files, and check both the BOOT and OS checkboxes. The new image versions appear in the area just above. Press UPGRADE START to continue. Do not unplug the reader or attempt to turn it off while the upgrade is taking place!
After the upgrade is complete, you will be prompted to perform a Hard Reset to reboot the system
(hold both the Power & Fun keys while depressing the recessed reset button with the stylus). When the reader reboots, you can verify the new firmware load through the Firmware Update control panel. If the reader fails to reboot, it may be because the new firmare image requires the system to be cleaned first. In fact, it is a good idea to clean the system after installing new firmware on the handheld. You can either clean the system leaving the Flash partition alone, or clean everything including reformatting the Flash partition. Some OS updates might require this. In order to clean the system (and recover your reader if it isnt booting up after the upgrade), you will need to go to the Boot Menu. 22 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 2 Boot Menu BASIC FUNCTIONS To perform a Hard Reset and go to the Boot Menu, hold the <Fun> button and the <Reset> button at the same time for a few seconds. The [Boot Menu]
window will appear. Enter the [Boot Menu] in any of the following situations:
To upgrade the units firmware. After an upgrade:
Fun Button Reset Button to clean the Windows system to clean the Windows system and initialize the Flash Disk
[Boot Menu]
0. Firmware Upgrade 1. Clean (Without Flash) 2. Clean (With Flash) 3. Exit Menu Select : Enter No. The [Boot Menu] start-up screen, with Firmware Upgrade, and two Clean options.
[Boot Menu]
[Boot Menu]
[Firmware Upgrade]
Media Source
> SD Memory Upgraded files
> OS Image ) Complete Upgrade. Please Cold Reset!
Preview : <- BKS Select : Enter Press the 0 key to do a Firmware Upgrade. The image files must be on an installed Micro SD memory card. The upgrade will start automatically if a valid image file is detected. Once it is complete, reset the handheld to reboot it.
**** WARNING ****
Your information will be erased !
Preview : <- BKS Erase : Enter Press the 1 or 2 keys to clean the system registry. The 2 option also initializes the Flash Disk. Press Backspace to return to the first menu, or Enter to proceed. The unit will automatically reboot. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 23 CHAPTER 3 RFID TAG READER Chapter 3 RFID Tag Reader The ALH-900x handheld readers contains a full-featured 900 MHz UHF RFID tag reader. It is able to inventory, selectively read from, and write to, RFID tags which support the EPC Gen2 protocol. The Frequency range is 850MHz - 960MHz, and can be adjusted for different regions. UHF Reader Starting the ALH-900x RFID Demo Software The Alien RFID demo software is accessible by the RFID Demo icon on the units desktop, or it can be launched directly from the Start menu. It provides an example of what you can accomplish with a custom application on the reader.
[Start] > [Programs] > [Alien Demos] > [RFID]
Running the RFID Mobile Gateway demo software. The main screen presents buttons for each of the utilities, and one for general reader settings. 24 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 3 RFID TAG READER Inventory Utility The Inventory utility allows you to scan all of the tags within range of the reader, and see each tags EPC and read count in a scrollable list. You start and stop the inventory utility by either holding the pistol-grip trigger button, or by clicking once on the green Start button. The reader continues to read tags until you release the trigger or click the Stop button. Click the red Close box at the top-right corner to return to the main screen. Each tag that is read is added to the scrolling list, along with the count for each tag. The number of unique tags and total number of reads is displayed. Clicking the yellow Mask button at the top of the Inventory screen takes you to a page where you can specify a subset of tags to read (see the Tag Mask section). This powerful feature causes the reader to only read the tags you want it to read. Clicking on a tag in the list shows its full EPC below the list, and a representative product image is displayed. Click on the Clear button to clear the list. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 25 RFID TAG READER Geiger Tag Utility CHAPTER 3 The Geiger Tag utility is designed to assist you in finding the location of a particular tag, or one of a group of tags. It does this by measuring the returning signal strength (RSSI) from the tag, and displaying this information on the screen, along with an audible queue. As you scan the reader near a tag, the RSSI increases, and you see and hear the change. In order to help narrow the field of view of the reader as you zero-in on the tag, the readers output power is scaled down as you get closer to the tag. To start the Geiger Tag search, either hold the pistol-grip trigger button, or click once on the green Start Search button. The reader continues to read tags until you release the trigger or click the Stop button. Click the red Close box at the top-right corner to return to the main screen. The Geiger shows the tags signal strength and the readers current output power. Use the Start Search button (or pistol-grip trigger) to start the search. Having the Geiger react to every tag it sees can quickly become overwhelming. Use the yellow Mask button at the top-left corner to indicate which tag or tags you are interested in finding (see the Tag Mask section). Narrowing the search down with a tag mask can make the Geiger utility much more effective. When a tag is read, its EPC is displayed on the screen, along with graphical and numeric readouts of the tags return signal strength, and the readers transmitting power. 26 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 3 RFID TAG READER Tag Access Utility The Tag Access utility allows you to read from and write to specific portions of a tags memory. The utility is divided up into two separate tabs: the Basic tab and the Advanced tab. The Basic tab gives a quick overview of the tags memory layout, and gives you basic ability to write new data to the tag. The Advanced tab gives full access (bank, start pointer, and length) over the low-level writing and reading operations, as well as controls for locking and unlocking specific portions of tag memory. EPC Gen2 tag memory is divided up into four distinct banks: Reserved, EPC, TID, and User. The Reserved bank contains the tags Access password and Kill password (each two words long), though all tags may not support both passwords. The EPC bank contains the tags id its EPC code along with some other information related to the EPC. The TID bank is generally read-only, and contains information about the tags manufacturer, model, and basic capabilities. Alien Higgs tags contain bits in the TID bank that are guaranteed to be unique from one tag to the next. The User bank may not be present in all tag types, and when it is supported each tag provides different amounts of memory there. Basic Access Tab The Basic Access tab has text fields for each of the separate fields of tag memory. Clicking the Read All button (or pulling the pistol-grip trigger) causes the reader to try and read all of the data for each of the fields, from whatever tag is in the field. The separate fields fill in, one-by-one, as the data is read. Since there is no definitive way of knowing how much User memory a tag has, the reader simply reads the User data two words (32 bits) at a time, until a failure occurs. The Basic Access tab gives a visual overview of all of the fields in tag memory. Pressing the Read All button (or pulling the pistol-grip trigger) fills in each memory field with data from the tag. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 27 RFID TAG READER CHAPTER 3 Pressing the red write buttons cause the reader to write the shown data to the tag. You can edit the data in the field before writing it to the tag. The field turns orange while writing, and then turns white or red, depending on the success of the write operation. Pressing the small green buttons labeling each memory field will cause the reader to only read data from that field. When there are many tags in the field, the Basic Access tab can have difficulty reading all of the data from the same tag when you click the Read All button. To make sure that you are accessing the same tag throughout the operation, you should set a tag mask, using the yellow Mask button at the top-left corner of the screen. Also, when the tag has some of its memory fields locked with an access password, you must provide that same password as part of the access operation in order for it to succeed. You use the violet Pwd button at the top-right corner to do this. The yellow Mask button lets you restrict the reader to only access one tag at a time. The violet Pwd button opens up a dialog window where you can enter in an Access Password, for accessing tag memory that may have been locked. 28 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 3 RFID TAG READER Advanced Access Tab The Advanced Access tab has three general control areas: Read, Write, and Lock. All three operations require you to specify the bank of tag memory to access (Reserved, EPC, TID, and User). When reading and writing, you must specify the offset into that bank of memory where you would like to access. The reading operation also requires you to specify the length of the data to read. Both the offset and length parameters are measured in words (1 word = 2 bytes = 16 bits). Three main areas in Advanced Access:
Read, Write, and Lock. Each requires you to specify a memory bank. You must enter the hex data to write in the field. The helpful popup keypad makes entering hex data easy. Note in this read that the tags actual EPC code (FEEDFACEBEEF) is two words offset into the EPC bank. Verifying the success of the write, with another read (of just the EPC code). Now FEEDFACEDEADBEEF ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 29 RFID TAG READER CHAPTER 3 When locking, you have the option of locking the Access Password and Kill Password (both in the Reserved bank) separately, so the Lock command has a list of tag memory fields instead of banks. The other parameter is the type of lock: Lock, Unlock, PermaLock, and PermaUnlock. All locking operations require you to confirm by clicking OK to an alert message. The Perma options are, well, permanent, so use caution. Locking a field doesnt immediately protect it until you also write a non-zero Access Password to the tag (and you should probably lock that field as well!). Please refer to the EPC Gen2 Protocol Specification for complete details on how the various locking operations affect the tags behavior. You must enter the hex data to write in the field. The helpful popup keypad makes entering hex data easy. As on the Basic Access tab, you have full access to the tag Mask and current Access Password in this tab. On this screen, the read operation failed for two reasons: the mask doesnt match the tags new EPC
(FEEDFACEDEADBEEF) and were trying to access it with an incorrect Access Password. Verifying the success of the write, with another read (of just the EPC code). Now FEEDFACEDEADBEEF 30 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 3 RFID TAG READER Tag Mask When the application first launches, it is configured to look for and report every tag it sees. You dont always want to read every tag perhaps you are searching for only one class of product, or are trying to access one particular tag in order to write data to it. The Gen 2 protocol provides for something called a select mask - a filter definition that is broadcast to all of the tags in the field before each operation, that specifies which tags are allowed to participate in that operation. The ALH-900x demo software allows you to specify a tag mask, which is used transparently in each of the utility screens. The current mask is displayed at the top of each screen in yellow text, alongside the Mask button that brings up the Tag Mask whenever it is clicked. At its heart, a tag mask defines a piece of data that must match exactly a specific portion of the tags memory. This includes the memory bank (not just the EPC bank), a pointer offset into that bank, and the actual hex data to match against. In reality, you dont always want to have to think about memory banks and pointer offsets you just want to find that pair of jeans that is on the wrong rack, or you only care about pallet tags, however that is defined for you. The Tag Mask screen therefore gives you three ways to pick a tag mask:
1. Scanning the field and picking a tag from a list. 2. Exactly defining the bank, offset, and hex data. 3. Picking a named mask from a preset list Once you have defined and set your mask, just close the Tag Mask window and your new mask will be displayed at the top of the screen you were originally on, and it will be used in subsequent operations. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 31 RFID TAG READER CHAPTER 3 Tag Mask Scan The Scan tab acts just like the Inventory screen start/stop the reader with the trigger or Start Scan button, and all tags in range are displayed. Select a tag from the list and click the Set Mask to Selected Tag button. Click an empty part of the list and click the Clear Mask button to clear the mask. Masks defined with the Scan method are displayed on the utility screens as simply the full EPC of the tag. Tag Mask Specify The Tag Mask Specify tab allows you to do three things: take a quick peek at tag memory (to help you determine your mask definition), define an arbitrary or EPC Prefix mask, and verify your mask. The upper Quick Peek section lets you choose a bank, pointer offset, and number of words to read. Clicking the green Read button will query any tag in the field (without any masking) and report the data from that tag. The middle section is where you actually define your mask. There are two options here: create a mask based on an EPC prefix (i.e. all tags starting with), or create an arbitrary mask. If you select EPC Prefix, the only thing you have to provide is the hex data representing the initial part of the EPC code for your tags (the other controls are disabled). If you select Arbitrary, you choose the bank and pointer offset, along with the mask data. Click the red Set Mask button to define your mask. After youve defined a mask, you can do a quick verification by clicking the green Masked Read button in the Verify Mask section at the bottom. Any responding tags EPC will be shown in the text field there. 32 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 3 RFID TAG READER The Quick Peek section lets you get a glimpse of an actual tags memory, to help you define your mask. Defining an arbitrary mask requires you to specify the bank and offset, along with the data. This TID mask example selects all Alien Higgs3 tags. Masks defined with the EPC Prefix method are displayed on the utility screens as that initial part of the EPC. Defining a mask based on an EPC prefix is easy just click the radio button, enter the EPC data and click Set Mask. Using the Verify Mask feature, you can make sure youve entered the mask correctly. Be sure to test tags that match as well as tags that dont match. Masks defined with the Arbitrary method are displayed on the utility screens with the bank, offset, and data. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 33 RFID TAG READER CHAPTER 3 Tag Mask Presets The third way to set a tag mask is with the Presets tab. This screen shows a list of pre-defined tag masks, such as all tags, all Higgs3 tags, etc. These presets are hard-coded in the application right now, but will be user-configurable in the future. Pick one of the selections from the Presets list, and you can see the displayed name and mask definition. Click the Set Mask button to use it. Masks chosen from the Presets tab are shown on the utility screens with the display name in the mask preset definition. Your mask presets might display Blue Jeans or Pallet Tags instead. 34 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 3 RFID TAG READER Reader Settings The Reader Settings screen allows you to see and change certain parameters of the RFID reader, such as transmit power, and some Gen2-specific parameters on the RFID tab. There is a second Network tab with some additional parameters related to the readers network interface and some common Alien features, such as a Heartbeat and TagStream functionality. To commit any changes made on the Reader Settings pages, you must click the OK button at the lower-right corner. Clicking the Cancel button or the Close (X) button in the top-right corner returns you to the main screen without applying any of the changes that you made. The RFID tab has controls for RF Power and some Gen2 parameters, such as Session, Q, and Inventory Target. The Network tab shows the readers MAC and IP addresses, as well as fields and checkbox controls for the Heartbeat server (for UDP-based discovery), and a TCP-based TagStream feature. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 35 BARCODE SCANNER Chapter 4 Barcode Scanner (1D & 2D) CHAPTER 4 Barcode Scanner
(ALH-9001 shown) The ALH-9000 comes equipped with a 1D barcode scanner, and the ALH-9001 is equipped with a 2D barcode scanner. Both models are designed to recognize all known 1D and 2D barcodes. BarcodeDemo The BarcodeDemo application is accessible from the Start menu. It provides an example of what you can accomplish with a custom application on the handheld.
[Start] > [Programs] > [Alien Demos] > [Scanner] > [BarcodeDemo]
Starting the BarcodeDemo app. Press the Start button to read a barcode. 36 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 4 BARCODE SCANNER Using the BarcodeEmulator Starting the BarcodeEmulator The BarcodeEmulator program enables you to input scanned barcode data anywhere you can manually enter text. It runs in the System Tray, and sends keyboard events directly into whatever application is in the foreground. The icon in the System Tray lets you set the barcode value input type, scan button, scan sound, and so on.
[Start] > [Programs] > [Scanner] > [BarcodeEmulator]
Run WordPad Program, then click the BarcodeEmulator Icon Sound:
A beep sounds when a barcode is scanned. Vibrator:
The unit vibrates when a barcode is scanned. Close:
Exits the Emulator Program The BarcodeEmulator icon is shown on the taskbar. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 37 BARCODE SCANNER CHAPTER 4 Terminator None: Do not terminate the barcode value. CRLF: Barcode ends with a standard terminator. Space: Barcode ends with a Space character. Tab: Barcode ends with a Tab character. Key Setup F1-F8: Hardware Keypad Gun1, Gun2: Gun Trigger Result Type Keyboard Event:
Barcode digits are inputted one-by-one. Copy Paste:
Barcode data is stored on the clipboard and can be pasted later. 38 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 4 BARCODE SCANNER Setting Barcode Symbology Running the BarcodeSetup program. There are many different barcode encoding standards, depending on the region and industry. You must make sure that the barcode scanner is set to decode the types of barcodes that you expect to encounter. Selecting too many symbologies can increase the time it takes to decode a scanned barcode once it has been scanned.
[Start] > [Programs] > [Alien Demos] > [Scanner] > [BarcodeSetup]
Make a check mark on the barcode which you want to use, and then click the <SET> button. Click Set Enable Status button. Set the Barcode type in detail. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 39 BARCODE SCANNER CHAPTER 4 2D Symbology Selection:
Initialize all the symbologies to the factory default values, disable or enable all of the symbologies. 1D Symbology Selection:
Initialize all the symbologies to the factory default values, enable or disable all of the symbologies. General Setup lets you set Linear Security levels, and bi-directional redundancy. 40 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 4 BARCODE SCANNER Barcode Scanning Beam Position 1. Remove any protective film from the window of barcode scanner. 2. Launch the BarcodeDemo program. 3. Point the laser beam at the barcode. Adjust the distance according to the size of barcode. The scan will stop automatically when the barcode is read, or after ten seconds, if no barcode is detected. Correct Scanning Beam Position 1. The smaller the size of the barcode, the closer the handheld needs to be. The effective scanning range is 1.5-12 inches (40-300mm). If the unit fails to scan the barcode, adjust the scan angle and distance. 2. The laser beam is a red thick line, when scanning a barcode. 1D 2D Incorrect Scanning Beam Position 1. The laser beam must pass across the entire barcode. 2. It will not scan the barcode if the laser beam crosses only part of the barcode. 1D 2D ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 41 CHAPTER 5 WIRELESS LAN Chapter 5 Wireless LAN The ALH-900x handheld readers are equipped with an internal 802.11 radio module to transfer data, and interface the unit with your network using wireless communication. It supports TCP/IP network protocols, and can communicate with a host computer directly. Powering Up the WLAN Radio
[Start] > [Programs] > [Alien Demos] > [WirelessLAN]
Running the WirelessLAN program. Select <WLAN ON>, and then click the OK button. Configuring the WLAN Connection The network selector appears. Double click a suitable wireless server from the list of access points. Input the encryption and authentication modes, and wireless password, and then click OK button. 42 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 5 Checking WLAN Information Double click WLAN icon on the taskbar to check WLAN information. Use the right-arrow button at the top to get back to the Wireless Information tab. WIRELESS LAN Click Start > Programs > Demo Apps >
WirelessLAN, and then select <WLAN OFF> to stop WLAN communication. When connected, the WLAN LED illuminates green and the WLAN icon on the taskbar shows:
. If not connected, the WLAN LED and icon will be off:
Additional features of the WLAN module can be accessed from the Summit Client Utility:
[Start] > [Programs] > [Alien Demos] > [Summit] > [scu]
Full documentation for the Summit Client Utility can be found on their website:
http://www.summitdatacom.com/Documents/summit_users_guide_3_03.html The Summit Client Utility provides five tabs of configuration and diagnostic information. The admin password is SUMMIT (all capitals). ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 43 CHAPTER 6 BLUETOOTH Chapter 6 Bluetooth The ALH-900x handheld readers feature Bluetooth technology for wireless communication with other devices, such as wireless printers, supporting the Serial Printer Profile (SPP). By default, the Bluetooth service is turned off. Turning on Bluetooth The Bluetooth radio is turned off be default. To use Bluetooth, turn it on first with the Bluetooth application.
[Start] > [Programs] > [Alien Demos] > [Bluetooth]
Use the Bluetooth program to turn the Bluetooth radio on and off. Select <Bluetooth ON>, and then click the OK button. Connecting Bluetooth Printers (SPP) The Bluetooth Device Properties control panel connects to a printer through a virtual serial port. The SPP Bluetooth device will appear as a virtual Com port: generally COM3, with a baud rate of 9600 bps.
[Start] > [Settings] > [Control Panel] > [Bluetooth Device Properties]
44 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 6 BLUETOOTH Youll find the Bluetooth Device Properties utility in the Control Panel. Here weve discovered a Bixolon SPP-R200 mobile printer. Double-tap it and select Trusted to set up the link. Click the Scan Device button to look for available Bluetooth devices. Most devices require you to enter a PIN. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 45 BLUETOOTH CHAPTER 6 Double-tap the printer again and select Active. The printer will then be assigned a COM port. The handheld will automatically reconnect with the printer when needed, if it is nearby. 46 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A USING GPS CHAPTER 7 Chapter 7 Using GPS The ALH-9001 handheld reader contains an internal GPS module for finding the geographic location of the handheld reader. The GPS service requires line-of-sight visibility with at least four of the constellation of orbiting GPS satellites, so the speed of the initial fix and the accuracy of all data depend greatly on the quality of the signal from the orbiting satellites. Being inside of or in between buildings, under tree cover, or near heavy electrical machinery can degrade the quality of the GPS data. The GPS receiver appears as a serial Com port, COM6, with a baud rate of 9600. Executing GPS Demo Program Find an open place outdoors to check your GPS signals. Depending on your actual environment, the time to receive a fix and location data is different - about 3-10 minutes is typical. After receiving a GPS fix the first time, it takes less time to receive GPS data on subsequent attempts. The Alien GPS demo software is accessible by the Alien GPS icon on the units desktop, or it can be launched directly from the Start menu.
[Start] > [Program] > [Alien Demos] > [GPS]
Starting the GPS demo program. Start/stop receiving GPS data with the button. Watch raw NMEA data in the lower window. Wait outside for a satellite fix, and then observe decoded data in the fields at the top of the screen. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 47 CHAPTER 8 USING THE CAMERA Chapter 8 Using the Camera The ALH-9001 is equipped with a 3 megapixel camera which allows for adjustments of brightness, video resolution, picture quality, etc. Camera
(ALH-9001 only) Using the Camera The CameraDemo software is accessible from the Start menu. It provides an example of what you can accomplish with a custom application on the handheld.
[Start] > [Programs] > [Alien Demos] > [CameraDemo]
Running the CameraDemo Program CameraDemo Main Screen 48 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 8 USING THE CAMERA Preview Window Image Files Path Picture Resolution Image Effects The CameraDemo Screen Brightness Bar Flash Lamp Button Rotation Button Stored Images Count Capture Button Preview Button Preview Stop Button ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 49 CHAPTER 9 USING THE SIM CARD Chapter 9 Using a SIM Card The ALH-9001 is equipped with a SIM card slot and wireless HSDPA radio supporting enhanced 3G connectivity. After inserting the SIM card, youll have to do some initial configuration, depending on the wireless carrier you choose. After that, the ALH-9001 can use the 3G network for wireless data communications. Installing SIM Card A SIM card can be easily inserted and pulled out along the arrow direction. Note the location of the dog-eared corner of the SIM card (top-left). Configure the Remote Access Server (RAS) To configure the 3G radio, you need to provide settings for your cellular providers Remote Access Server (RAS) in the ModemControl utility.
[Start] > [Programs] > [Alien Demos] > [ModemControl]
First, click the Power Up button to energize the HSDPA radio. Running the ModemControl Program 50 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A CHAPTER 9 USING THE SIM CARD Next, click the RAS Connect button to configure the Remote Access Server (RAS). In the Operator Setting screen, first pick the country where you are operating. Next, select your wireless operator from the list. Each wireless operator may offer more than one Access Point Name
(APN). Choose the correct one from the list, and the rest of the form should fill in with default values. ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 51 USING THE SIM CARD CHAPTER 9 When the settings are as you like them, click the Save button to write them to a configuration file. A confirmation dialog pops up. Dismiss it and click the close button for the Operator Settings window. Making the 3G Network Connection Back at the ModemControl window, confirm that the PIN Authentication shows READY, and the RAS Status should list a sequence of events, followed by Authenticated (and possibly CONNECTED). Minimize the ModemTest window (closing it will close the modem connection too). To shut down the GPRS interface, bring up the GPRS Status window and click the Close button. If you need to reconfigure the RAS, youll need to remove the settings file at /Flash Disk/Phone_UI/gprs.ini and rerun the ModemControl application. You should now have network connectivity through the GPRS interface. 52 ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A APPENDIX Appendix CONFIGURATION Configuration Physical and Environmental Characteristics Dimensions 6-1/4 x 3-1/4 x 4-5/8 (5-1/8 with pistol grip) 15.8 cm x 8.0 cm x 11.5 cm (13.5 cm with pistol grip) 320g
-10C to 50C
-30C to 60C Non-condensing 1.5m drop to concrete Marvell PXA320 806MHz Windows CE 5.0 ROM 256MB; RAM 256MB 3.5" QVGA with Backlight; TFT LCD; 240x320 Pixels; Stylus Touch-Screen Interface Phone Receiver; Earphone Jack RS-232 serial port; USB 1.1 1 MicroSD Slot (SDHC); 1 SIM Slot;
29-key Vibrator, Speaker, LEDs Lithium ion 3.7V 3,000mAh; Optional 4,400mAh in pistol grip Lithium Polymer 3.7V, 100mAh Input 100VAC ~ 240VAC; Output 5VDC 3A WLAN (802.11 b/g) Class 2, v2.0 (SPP Only) A-GPS with Internal Antenna Internal LAN & WLAN Wireless HSDPA for Enhanced 3G Connectivity 1D Laser Scanner (2D on ALH-9001) 3.0 Mega-pixels with Autofocus (ALH-9001) Weight Operation Temperature Storage Temperature Humidity Drop Performance Characteristics Processor Operating System Memory Display Audio Communication Port Expansion Slot Keypad Notifications Power Supply Main Battery Backup Battery Adaptor Network Characteristics Wireless LAN Bluetooth GPS Antenna HSDPA Data Capture Devices Barcode Engine Camera UHF 900MHz RFID Reader Frequency Reading Range Writing Range Antenna Gain Speed RF Output Protocol Multi-Reading 850MHz - 930MHz 0m - 7m 0m - 3m 2 dBi 62.5 kbps 1W EIRP EPC Gen2 ISO 18000 6C ISO 18000 6B Anti collision ALH-900X USERS GUIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102114-000 REV A 53
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Users Guide Alien Technology Corporation Disclaimer Alien Technology Corporation is registered trade mark of Alien Technology Corporation is registered trade mark of Alien Technology Corporation All other trademarks and trade names referred to herein are property of their respective owners. Microsoft Windows, Windows 2000, Windows CE .NET, Windows NT, and Windows XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. FCC Information to User This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
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 con-nected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Caution Modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. FCC Compliance Information : 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 IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 2 Users Guide UHF Reader Using 900MHz RFID Tag Reader Enable to equip a UHF 900Mhz Tag Reader. Enable to read and write RFID Tag which supported protocol of EPC GEN2. The Frequency range is 850MHz ~ 960MHz, and could adjustable. 3.1Executing RF900Demo Program
[Start button] -> [Program] -> [DEMO Apps] -> [RF900Demo]
Run RF900Demo Program INVENTORY Mode:
Single Read: Read one Tag each time. Multi Read: Read multi Tag each time Users Guide 3
(Anti Collision). INVENTORY: Press <Inventory> button to read tags. Chapter5. Appendix Configuration UHF 900MHz Tag Reader Frequency 865.7MHz ~ 867.5MHz for Europe Reading Range Writing Range Antenna Gain Speed RF Output Protocol Multi-Reading 902.75 ~ 927.25MHz for USA 0m ~ 7m (Differs from each tag) 0m ~ 3m 2 dbi (Standard) 62.5 kbps 1W EIRP EPC Gen2 ISO 18000 6C ISO 18000 6B Anti collision 4 Users Guide
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Alien Technology, LLC
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A4: UNII devices & low power transmitters using spread spectrum techniques
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40878********
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1 2 | Fax Number |
408 7********
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1 2 |
j******@alientechnology.com
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app s | Technical Contact | |||||
1 2 | Firm Name |
Alien Technology
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1 2 | Name |
G**** K****
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1 2 | Physical Address |
18220 Butterfield Rd
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1 2 |
Morgan Hill, California 95037
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1 2 | Telephone Number |
(408)********
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1 2 | Fax Number |
(408)********
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1 2 |
g******@alientechnology.com
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app s | Non Technical Contact | |||||
n/a | ||||||
app s | Confidentiality (long or short term) | |||||
1 2 | Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | Yes | ||||
1 2 | Long-Term Confidentiality Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | No | ||||
1 2 | Yes | |||||
1 2 | If so, specify the short-term confidentiality release date (MM/DD/YYYY format) | 12/14/2011 | ||||
if no date is supplied, the release date will be set to 45 calendar days past the date of grant. | ||||||
app s | Cognitive Radio & Software Defined Radio, Class, etc | |||||
1 2 | Is this application for software defined/cognitive radio authorization? | No | ||||
1 2 | Equipment Class | DSS - Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter | ||||
1 2 | Description of product as it is marketed: (NOTE: This text will appear below the equipment class on the grant) | RFID Reader | ||||
1 2 | RFID READER | |||||
1 2 | Related OET KnowledgeDataBase Inquiry: Is there a KDB inquiry associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 2 | Modular Equipment Type | Does not apply | ||||
1 2 | Purpose / Application is for | Class II permissive change or modification of presently authorized equipment | ||||
1 2 | Original Equipment | |||||
1 2 | Composite Equipment: Is the equipment in this application a composite device subject to an additional equipment authorization? | No | ||||
1 2 | Related Equipment: Is the equipment in this application part of a system that operates with, or is marketed with, another device that requires an equipment authorization? | No | ||||
1 2 | Grant Comments | Power Output listed is Conducted. SAR compliance for body operating configurations is limited to the specific host configuration tested under this FCC ID. For satisfying RF exposure compliance requirements, body-worn operations are restricted to belt-clips, holsters or similar accessories that have no metallic component in the assembly. End-users must be informed of the body operating requirements for satisfying RF exposure compliance. The highest reported SAR values for body, product specific and simultaneous transmission use conditions are: 0.73W/kg; 1.33 W/kg, 1.49W/kg. | ||||
1 2 | Power listed is conducted. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users must be provided with specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. | |||||
1 2 | Is there an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 2 | If there is an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application, has the associated waiver been approved and all information uploaded? | No | ||||
app s | Test Firm Name and Contact Information | |||||
1 2 | Firm Name |
MiCOM Labs
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1 2 |
LTA Co.,Ltd
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1 2 | Name |
G****** H****
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1 2 |
A****** C****
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1 2 | Telephone Number |
925-4********
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1 2 |
82-31********
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1 2 | Fax Number |
925-4********
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1 2 |
82-31********
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1 2 |
g******@micomlabs.com
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1 2 |
c******@ltalab.com
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Equipment Specifications | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
1 | 1 | 15C | 902.75000000 | 927.25000000 | 0.8200000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
2 | 1 | 15C | 902.75000000 | 927.25000000 | 0.8200000 |
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