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Unitech PA962
Product Reference Guide
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Chapter 1. Introduction............................................................................
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Unitech PA962 & Accessories ......................................................................................... 6
Tour of the Unitech PA962 ............................................................................................... 7
PA962 Front and Left Side .............................................................................................. 7
PA962 Back .................................................................................................................... 7
First Steps with the Unitech PA962.................................................................................. 8
Installing the Battery Pack............................................................................................... 8
Supplying Power to the PA962 ........................................................................................ 9
Charging the Main and Backup Batteries for the First Time ............................................... 9
Using the Stylus ........................................................................................................... 10
PCMCIA Pulling Tags .................................................................................................... 10
Insert CF card to PA962 ................................................................................................ 10
Protective Screen Film .................................................................................................. 11
First Operation of the Unitech PA962 ............................................................................. 11
Pressing the ON/OFF Key ............................................................................................ 11
Adjusting Screen Brightness ......................................................................................... 11
Calibrating the PA962.................................................................................................... 11
Setting Time Zone, Date, and Time ................................................................................ 11
Flash Memory ............................................................................................................... 13
Chapter 2. Using the Keypad and Scanner ..........................................
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Keypad......................................................................................................................... 14
Alpha Key..................................................................................................................... 15
Useful hotkeys .............................................................................................................. 15
Software Keyboard (Windows CE Keyboard) .................................................................. 16
Opening the Windows CE Keyboard: ............................................................................. 16
Keying-in Characters: .................................................................................................... 16
International Character Support: ..................................................................................... 16
Moving the Keyboard:.................................................................................................... 16
Closing the Keyboard: ................................................................................................... 16
Using the Laser Scanner ............................................................................................... 17
Chapter 3. Power system.........................................................................
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Charging the Lithium-Ion Battery Pack ........................................................................... 18
Charging the Main and Backup Battery for the First Time ................................................ 18
Power Status Indication ................................................................................................ 19
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Checking Main and Backup Battery Status .................................................................... 20
How to Save Battery Power ........................................................................................... 21
Warm Boot / Cold Boot ................................................................................................. 22
Charging Considerations ............................................................................................... 23
Storage and Safety Precautions .................................................................................... 23
Chapter 4. Communication .....................................................................
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Introduction ................................................................................................................... 24
Connecting ................................................................................................................... 24
ActiveSync ................................................................................................................... 25
Installing Microsoft ActiveSync ...................................................................................... 25
Using the Mobile Devices Window ................................................................................. 29
Changing Communications Settings .............................................................................. 30
Synchronization ............................................................................................................ 31
What Gets Synchronized .............................................................................................. 32
Changing Synchronization Options ................................................................................ 33
Installing and Removing Software ................................................................................... 33
InBox............................................................................................................................ 34
Sending and Receiving E-Mail with InBox ....................................................................... 34
Sending Mail Remotely ................................................................................................. 34
Setting Up Remote Mail ................................................................................................ 35
Work Remotely ............................................................................................................. 35
Receiving Messages ..................................................................................................... 36
Sending Messages ...................................................................................................... 37
RF Communication ....................................................................................................... 37
Installing the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card ................................................ 38
RF Card Cushion .......................................................................................................... 38
Setting Up the Wireless Card ........................................................................................ 38
Chapter 5. Useful Application Program..................................................
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Scanner Setting ............................................................................................................ 42
Appendix A ................................................................................................................... 44
Appendix B ................................................................................................................... 48
Update OS via Compact Flash (ATA card) ....................................................................... 48
Appendix C ................................................................................................................... 50
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Chapter 1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing PA962.
Your PA962 is a rugged, compact and lightweight palm-size computer. It utilizes the Windows CE
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operating system, and incorporates an integral bar code scanning laser device, color LCD with touch screen, keypad, IrDA interface, and wireless communication capability. It provides the user with a standard Windows-based environment for customizing and operating the device.
This PA962 product reference guide will guide you to access your PA962.
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NOTICE
This unit is equipped with a battery pack and backup battery. It is possible that the Unitech
PA962 may not power-on due to battery discharge as a result of storage.
In the above situation, plug the PA962 to the RS232 or USB cable which is with DC in port or put the unit into the Unitech PA960/PA962 Cradle (with 12V/2A AC-DC adapter), and recharge the unit for 16 hours in order to fully charge its backup battery.
The backup battery will charge from external power or the main battery (if the main battery still has enough power to turn on). In the event the main battery is fully charged, refrain from using the PA962 for 16 hours in order for the main battery to fully charge the backup battery.
Backing-up data by backup battery only without the main battery installed in battery compartment may take as long as 6 hours. Therefore, in order to prevent data protection failure due to backup battery failure, do not leave the PA962 without the rechargeable battery pack installed, or without connection to AC power for an extended period of time.
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Unitech PA962 & Accessories
After opening the box, please make sure the following accessories for the PA962 are present:
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PA962 Main Body
PA962 CD
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Quick Reference
Guide
Battery pack
Stylus
Pulling-tags
CF slot drawer for
PA962
RF Card Cushion
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Tour of the Unitech PA962
Stylus
This stylus is design for tapping screen and also for accessing batter door
LED Indicator for scanning good and charging indication
Touch Screen
RS232/USB/Charging Port
PA962 Back
View
IrDA port
Reset Hole
Push enclosed button for system warm-start
CF slot compartment
Please remove the battery door to access CF slot.
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Bar Code Laser Scanner
Right Side Scanner
Trigger
Press it to enable laser sccanner to read bar code.
Keypad
PCMCIA compartment
Install PC card here.
Battery compartment
Install Lithium-ion battery pack here.
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First Steps with the Unitech PA962
There are three ways to provide power to the PA962:
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Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery pack
RS232/Charging cable or USB/Charging cable
Docking Station
NOTE: Data you enter may not be properly stored until the built-in backup battery has been adequately charged. Please be remided to turn on the back up battery before you charge the terminal.
Installing the Battery Pack
1.
Remove the battery compartment door
(located on the lower back side of the unit).
2.
Position the battery pack with the label side towards you, and the battery pack strap towards the bottom of the unit.
Insert and fully seat the battery pack, making sure the shape of the battery pack fits the shape of the battery compartment.
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Position the battery pack and install the battery compartment door.
Supplying Power to the PA962
Connect the RS232/Charging Cable or USB/
Charging Cable to the PA962, and then connect the AC adapter to the cable’s power jack and an electrical outlet.
Or place the PA962 into the Docking
Station (first connect the power supply to the Docking Station).
Charging the Main and Backup Batteries for the First Time
It may take up to 16 hours to fully charge the empty backup battery. The first time charge should be for at least 16 hours to insure a proper charge.
CAUTION:
Operating the PA962 for the first time without the AC adapter,
and without fully charging the backup battery may result in loss of data stored in RAM memory.
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Using the Stylus
CAUTION: Never use anything other than the PA9627s stylus on the screen. Using another object as a stylus could cause permanent damage.
1.
Hold the stylus as you would a pencil.
2.
To make a choice from a menu, lightly tap the tip of the stylus on that choice.
3.
To write data into a field on a form, use the stylus to print the letters or numbers. Use very light pressure.
PCMCIA Pulling Tags
Pulling Tags simplify the removal of PCMCIA cards from the
PA962. Before inserting a PCMCIA card, remove one of the three Pulling Tags from the Pulling Tag sheet and adhere it to both sides of the PCMCIA card, leaving a short (approx. 89) tab.
To remove the PCMCIA card, simply pull outward on this tab.
If a PCMCIA card is inserted into the PA962 without previously attaching a Pulling Tag, the card can be removed by affixing a length of adhesive tape to the surface of the card and pulling the card out by pulling outward on the piece of tape.
Insert CF card to PA962
Front side of PCMCIA card
Find the CF drawer from PA962 package, insert CF card to the
CF drawer. Then insert the CF drawer to the PA962 and place the CF slot door. Re-install the battery door to PA962 with screw driver of PA962 stylus.
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Your CF card.
CF drawer
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Protective Screen Film
The PA962 screen ships with a protective plastic film. You may remove this if desired by peeling from one corner. The screen will be more susceptible to scratching without the film, but will be more readable.
First Operation of the Unitech PA962
Pressing the ON/OFF Key
The Unitech PA962 welcome screen appears. The
Windows CE ® screen will appear shortly thereafter.
Adjusting Screen Brightness
Press [FUNC] key and Cursor key to decrease or increase screen brightness.
Calibrating the PA962
This screen will automatically appear when the unit is powered-on for the first time or after the system is reset. This screen can also be accessed at any time by pressing the hot key
[FUNC] and the [ESC] key.
The PA962 will prompt you to calibrate the unit by tapping a sequence of screen locations. Tap gently but firmly. When you have completed the series of taps, press the [ENT] key to confirm it or press the [ESC] key to cancel it.
Setting Time Zone, Date, and Time
After Calibrating the PA962, the “Date/Time Properties” dialog box will appear. Follow the steps below to set the date and time.
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Setting the Time Zone first
Follow the steps below to set up your time zone.
1. Tap the location arrow to see a list of cities.
2. Choose your location (or nearest listed one).
3. Select the Daylight Savings Time check box, if necessary.
4. Tap the APPLY button.
Setting Year and Month
Tap the Left or Right arrows to scroll the month.
Tap here to directly change year setting
Tap here to popup list of months
Or directly tap location of year or month to change the year or month setting.
Exiting Date/Time Properties Settings
Tap OK or X (cancel) button at upper-right corner to exit.
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Flash Memory
Flash Memory is a re-writable location for programs and data files. The benefit of this feature is that files and programs saved in Flash Memory are unaffected by the
PA9627s power status.
To access the contents of Flash Memory, simply select
:My Computer9 on the desktop and then select :Flash
Storage9. The programs and data files currently stored in Flash Memory will be displayed.
To save to Flash Storage, select File, Save To, and select Flash Storage just like you would select any other storage medium.
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Chapter 2. Using the Keypad and Scanner
Keypad
The PA962 series keypad contains 19 keys, including Cursor key, 0~9, Alpha key,
ON/OFF, Function, Escape, Backspace, and Enter key. Please refer to the picture below.
Cursor
Backspace
Power On/Off
TAB
Function
Alpha
ON/OFF
[ESC]
When the unit is off, pressing the On/OFF key will turn the unit on.
Alternatively, when the unit is on, this key must be pressed and held down for about two seconds in order to turn the unit off.
The Escape key will perform the same function as tapping the
CANCEL button or the X button on the touch screen.
[ Back space]
The Backspace key is used to erase previously input characters.
[FUNC]
[TAB]
[ENT]
[Cursor]
The Function key is used to perform alternative key functions.
The Tab key is used to toggle between data fields or to place the cursor at pre-determined places in a programming or word processing application.
The Enter key is used to initiate a process or confirm a selection made by the user.
This Cursor key is used to navigate among applications.
[Alpha]
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This Alpha key is used to toggle between Numberic & Alpha Mode.
This Apha key is also used to toggle CAPS at Alpha Mode.
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Alpha Key
When the PA962 boots, the default condition is Numeric Mode on. When you toggle to Aphal Mode, the default condition is CAPS mode off.
Alpha Mode
Press alpha to alpha mode, the default condition is CAPS off.
CAPS
Key in
Press Apaha key twice to toggle CAPS
Press Cursor-UP to enter selected character.
Useful hotkeys
The PA962 provides eight combination hot keys to activate specified screen setting functions or programs. These hotkeys are useful for calibrating the touch screen, toggling the backlight, and adjusting screen contrast when the menudriven operation is disabled. Below is the list of hotkeys. To use them, press and hold the [FUNC] key in combination with the corresponding second key.
[FUNC] + [ESC]
[FUNC] + [
[FUNC] + [6]
[FUNC] + [7]
Check Stylus properties & Re-Calibrate the PA960’s touch screen.
Decrease screen brightness.
[FUNC] + [
Increase screen brightness.
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[FUNC] + [TAB*]
Toggle screen & LCD backlight.
Task manager
Scanner Setting.exe
[FUNC] + [8]
Power Properties
[FUNC] + [9]
[FUNC] + [0]
System Information
Space
[FUNC] + [Cursor]
Use Function key & Cursor “UP” to Toggle Display Backlight
[FUNC] + [Cursor]
Use Function key & Cursor “Down” to Toggle Keypad LED Backlight
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Software Keyboard (Windows CE Keyboard)
Since the PA962’s keypad allows input of numeric characters only, the Windows
CE Software provides a touch screen keyboard for input of other characters. The
Windows based keyboard replicates the layout of a standard PC keyboard.
Opening the Windows CE Keyboard:
The Windows CE keyboard can be opened by tapping the “keyboard” icon on the task bar. (Refer to picture).
Double-tap here
Keying-in Characters:
After tapping the “keyboard” icon, the Windows CE keyboard pops up. Character input is the same as on a standard PC. Simply tap the on-screen button corresponding to the character you want to input.
International Character Support:
Tap the [áü] button to switch from the standard English keyboard to the European keyboard.
Moving the Keyboard:
Use the stylus to point to the title bar (the bar displaying
“
Input panel”) and then move the stylus without lifting it from the screen.
Closing the Keyboard:
Tap the keyboard icon to close the Windows CE keyboard.
Title Bar
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Using the Laser Scanner
Note:
Reading software must be enabled in order to operate the scanner. This can be a user-loaded application or a pre-loaded utility such as Scanner Setting.
exe.
Laser Scanner
The PA962 has an integrated laser scanner, which reads all major bar code labels with excellent performance.
Trigger keys are located on the left and right sides of the unit. Press either one to activate the laser scanner.
The PA962 also has a built-in Scanner Setting.
exe program that allows the user to test the barcode scan function. Scanner Setting.exe is located in directory \Windows\Control and is also accessible by shortcut via
“
Setting\Control” on the Start menu.
Left side trigger
Right side trigger
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Chapter 3.
Power system
Charging the Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
The optional Docking Station is a convenient accessory for daily use of the PA962.
The charging will be completed withing 3 hours. Or, when using the included
Charging/RS232 Cable or Carging / USB cable the charging time of the battery pack is about 3 hours.
Charging the Main and Backup Battery for the First Time
Note:
Before using the PA962 for the first time, charge the unit for 16 hours to fully charge the empty backup battery. Operating the PA962 for the first time without the AC adapter, and without fully charging the backup battery may result in loss of data stored in RAM memory.
Note:
Backing-up data by backup battery only without the main battery installed in the battery compartment may take as long as 6 hours. Therefore, in order to prevent data protection failure due to backup battery failure, do not leave the
PA962 without the rechargeable battery pack installed, or without connection to
AC power for an extended period of time.
It may take up to 72 hours to backup data when the PA962 is automatically shut down because of very low battery power while the depleted batteries are still installed in the battery compartment.
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Power Status Indication
Four different icons are displayed on the status bar to indicate the on-board power status.
“Plug” icon
: When displayed, this icon indicates that the battery is charging. The
PA962 is either plugged-in via the DC
12V/2A power adapter or in the docking station.
“Battery Low” icon
: When displayed indicates the battery is low and needs to be charged. In other words, there is no external power supply, the battery charge is low or very low, and charging the PA962 is recommended.
Plug with power adapter
Battery Low
“Battery Very Low” icon
: When displayed indicates the battery is very low. Stopping the operation and charging the PA962 immediately is highly recommended.
Battery Very Low
No icon
: When displayed means there is no external power supply to the PA962 but its battery power status is good.
“Backup Battery Low” icon
: When displayed indicates the backup battery is low and needs to be charged.
Backup Battery Low
“Backup Battery Very Low” icon
: When displayed indicates the backup battery is very low. Stopping the operation and charging the PA962 immediately is highly recommended.
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Backup Battery Very Low or Backup
Battery is not turned on.
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Checking Main and Backup Battery Status
Enter
“Power Properties”:
If the above mentioned “Plug” icon or “Battery” icon is displayed, double tap this icon to bring up the “Power
Properties” screen.
Or, select Settings/Control Panel from the Start menu and then double tap the “Power” icon to display “Power
Properties”.
Check Battery Status
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The battery menu item will show the status of the main and backup batteries. There are 3 kinds of status indicators — “Good”, “Low” and “Very Low”. Bold characters indicate the actual status, e.g. battery icons in the illustration at right mean both the main and backup batteries are
“
GOOD”.
It is necessary to charge the battery when “Low” or “Very
Low” are displayed in bold characters. If “Low” or “Very
Low” are still displayed after charging, please contact
Unitech Technical Support.
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How to Save Battery Power
Automatic shut-down of the PA962
The PA962 will enter idle mode when there is no task, or all tasks are waiting for input. In default setting, the PA962 will automatically turn itself off if it remains idle for 3 minutes and when there is no external charging power applied. Pressing the power button will return the PA962 to the same point at the time of automatic shutdown.
In Power Properties, select “Power Off”. Customize automatic shut off time by tapping the arrow to select from a list of time periods. The available time periods are 1, 2,
3, 4, and 5 minutes.
This function can also be activated when the PT962 is plugged into the power adapter or placed in its cradle by tapping the check box and then tapping the arrow to select from a list of time periods. The available time periods are
1, 2, 5,10, 15 and 30 minutes.
Backlight Setting
Because the power consumption of the LCD backlight is high, turn off the backlight function if it is not necessary.
If a backlight is required, set “automatically turn off the back-light” function.
To change backlight settings, select Settings / Control
Panel from the Start menu, and then double tap the “Display” icon.
Tap the “Backlight” menu item to display the following 3 selections:
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Automatically turn off the backlight when using battery power:
Tap the check box to toggle this function. Available idle times are: 15 and 30 seconds, and 1, 2, and 5 minutes.
Automatically turn off the backlight when using external power:
Tap the check box to toggle this function. Available idle times are: 15 and 30 seconds, and 1, 2, 5, 10, 15, and 30 minutes.
Automatically turn on the backlight when key
This function is only activated by the PA962’s keypad rather than the Windows CE keyboard.
Warm Boot / Cold Boot
Warm Boot
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To perform a warm boot while the PA962 is operating, insert a pin (paper clip works well) into the reset hole on the back of the terminal, right below the
PCMCIA cover.
Under the Windows folder of your terminal, locate the file BootMode.exe, execute the program, and confirm the warning message.
WARNING: Warm Boot will cause unsaved data to be lost.
Cold Boot
Press the coldboot buttom underneith the
PCMCIA cover, the terminal will perofrm coldboot.
NOTE: Cold Boot will cause the PA962 to return to its original factory settings.
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Charging Considerations
It is important to consider the environment temperature whenever you are charging the Lithium-Ion battery pack. The process is most efficient at normal room temperature or slightly cooler. It is essential that you charge batteries within the stated range of -5
°
C to 50
°
C. Charging batteries outside of the specified range could damage the batteries and shorten their charging life cycle.
Storage and Safety Precautions
Although charged Lithium-Ion batteries may be left unused for several months, their capacity may be depleted due to build up of internal resistance. If this happens they will require recharging prior to use. Lithium-Ion batteries may be stored at temperatures between-20
°
C to 60
°
C, however they may be depleted more rapidly at the high end of this range. It is recommended to store batteries within normal room temperature ranges.
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Chapter 4.
Communication
Introduction
The Unitech PA962 allows users to link to a host computer via RS-232,USB, IrDA, or RF connection for data communication.
This chapter provides an overview of the communication of the PA962. The following subchapters cover these topics:
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Microsoft ActiveSync” for details about serial communication via RS232/ USB port.
“
RF Communication” for details about wireless communication between mobile PA962 and host computers.
Connecting
Serial or USB Cable
Plug the RS232 or USB end of the communication cable to the PC’s 9 pin Com Port and the other into the PA962 RS232/USB/Charging Port (see page 3).
Plug the Power Supply into the Power Receptacle on the RS232 or USB plug.
Docking Station
Plug the RS232 end of the communication cable to the PC’s 9 pin Com Port and the other end into the
Cradle’s RS232 Port. Plug the Power Supply into the Power Receptacle on the Docking Station.
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ActiveSync
In order to exchange data between your desktop computer and the PA962,
Microsoft ActiveSync must be installed on your desktop computer.
With Microsoft ActiveSync you can:
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Transfer data.
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Back up and restore PA962 data.
Add programs to and remove programs from the PA962.
This chapter will introduce Microsoft ActiveSync version 3.5. ActiveSync provides a user-friendly interface and it can be downloaded free of charge from Microsoft’s
Web site.
Installing Microsoft ActiveSync
Before beginning installation, carefully read the following:
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Because you will be restarting your computer during installation, save your work and quit all programs before you begin.
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To set up your communication settings, a PA962 serial cable is required to connect the PA962 to your host computer.
If you run the Windows NT
® operating system with a service pack, you will be informed during setup that you may need to reinstall the service pack. Try connecting first, and if unsuccessful, reinstall the latest service pack.
Installation
Follow the installation procedure below to install Microsoft ActiveSync, connect your PA962 to your desktop computer, and establish a partnership for synchronization (if desired):
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Using the RS232 cable or USB, plug the PA962 into a communication port on your desktop computer.
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Turn the PA962 on. Click the Next button.
Microsoft ActiveSync should recognize your PA960 and configure your communication port. If a message appears indicating that it is unable to detect a connection, click the Cancel button and manually configure the communication settings. For more information, see “Change Communications Settings” later in this chapter.
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When the PA962 is initially connected to a PC, the following screen appears prompting you to set up a “Partnership”. Setting up a Partnership is required if your
PA962 is to be synchronized with other computers and/or terminals.
Otherwise select No.
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Using the Mobile Devices Window
Start Microsoft ActiveSync by clicking the Microsoft ActiveSync shortcut on your desktop and then clicking the
“
Explore” icon.
In the displayed window, you can:
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Select your PA962 to use Microsoft
ActiveSync features such as changing synchronization options, as described in the “Synchronization” section .
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Open the Explorer window by double-clicking your device icon in the Mobile Devices window.
Use this window, which is the root window to the PA962, to copy and move files between the PA962 and your desktop computer, as described in the “Synchronization” section.
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Changing Communications Settings
If Microsoft ActiveSync fails to detect the PA962 during installation, set up communications manually instead. Make sure the following conditions are met:
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If you want to change the terminal’s default baud rate or use IrDA to communicate with the Host PC, follow the steps below to adjust it:
Synchronization
You can synchronize information between the PA962 and your desktop computer to insure both computers have current information. First you’ll need to install
Microsoft ActiveSync on your desktop computer.
Synchronization takes place according to the options you chose during Microsoft
ActiveSync setup. If you accept the default (On Connect) synchronization option in the Microsoft ActiveSync Setup Wizard, you’ll be able to simply connect your
PA960 to your desktop computer, and synchronization will take place.
If you have not enabled On Connect, start Microsoft ActiveSync in either of the following ways:
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Synchronization will take place according to options you’ve chosen. To initiate synchronization manually, click Tools, and then Synchronize Now.
Synchronization may take a few minutes, as each item to be synchronized needs to be processed. You’ll see a message indicating that synchronization is taking place.
After you’ve synchronized, you’ll see the status message in the status bar of the
Mobile Devices windows. At any time, you can check the status. Click the Tools menu, and click ActiveSync Status to display the ActiveSync Status window.
What Gets Synchronized
The following sections provide an overview of how various types of information are synchronized. For details on synchronizing specific items, see Microsoft
ActiveSync Help.
Files
All files you create on the PA962 are stored in a My Document/PA962 My Docu-
ments
folder (if the assigned Device Name is PA962). View those files by doubleclicking the short-cut PA962 My Documents icon on your desktop computer.
If you have enabled file synchronization, your PA962 files are automatically synchronized on your desktop computer file folder WinCE_PC My Documents unless a different name was chosen for the PA962. This folder can be found in one of following locations:
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Windows 95/98: My Documents\WinCE_PC My Documents.
Windows NT:WINNT\Profiles\your user-name\Personal\WinCE_PC My
Documents.
During synchronization, files are copied back and forth between the PA962 and the desktop computer.
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Changing Synchronization Options
Installing and Removing Software
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Application Manager detects the software that is available but not yet installed on the
PA962.
System software and programs added to the PA960 at the factory are stored in
FlashROM. You cannot remove or modify this software, and you’ll never accidentally lose FlashROM contents.
Software programs and data files added to your PA962 after factory installation can be stored in RAM or Flash Memory.
InBox
Following is an overview of InBox. Step-by-Step information on how to use this program can be found in the Help function on the PA962. To view Help, tap Start, and then Help.
Sending and Receiving E-Mail with InBox
Use InBox to send and receive e-mail messages using any of these methods:
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Send and receive messages using a dial-up connection to a service provider or your corporate network.
Send and receive messages using a wireless network card to a local area network (LAN).
Note:
You can send and receive messages with Inbox, but this function cannot be synchronized with Outlook.
Sending Mail Remotely
In addition to exchanging mail messages with your desktop computer, you can send and receive mail from a remote mail server by setting up an e-mail account with a service provider.
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Note:
If you’re setting up an Internet mail account with an ISP (Internet Service
Provider), the ISP must use a POP3 mail server and an SMTP mail gateway.
For dial-up connections, you’ll require an internal PCMCIA type modem card or external modem for the PA962. You’ll also need to set up the remote connection on the PA962 using the Connections program.
For wireless connections, you’ll require an RF card for the PA962. You’ll also need to set up the remote connection on the PA962 via the Network setting.
The software for creating an Internet Mail connection to an ISP is pre-installed on the PA962.
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You can also work offline. Once you’ve downloaded new message headers or partial messages, you can disconnect from the server and then decide which message to download completely. The next time you connect, InBox automatically downloads the complete messages you’ve marked for retrieval and sends the messages you’ve composed.
Receiving Messages
Messages received by synchronizing with your desktop computer and through remote connections appear together in your InBox. Double-tap a message to read it.
When you connect to your Internet mail service, the InBox downloads only the first
100 lines of each new message to the InBox folder by default. No mail attachments are downloaded. When you synchronize with your desktop computer, only the first 50 lines of each new message remains on the mail server or your desktop computer.
You can mark the messages that you want to retrieve in their entirety the next time you synchronize or connect to your mail service. Select the message, tap Service, and then tap Retrieve Full Copy. The icons in the InBox messages list give you a visual indication of the message status.
Specify your downloading preferences when setting up the service or selecting your synchronization options.
You can change them at any time.
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To change InBox delivery options for mail synchronization: in the Mobile
Devices window on your desktop computer select your WinCE icon, click
Tools
, and then click ActiveSync Options. Select Message and then click
Options
. (For the Options button to be available, you must have previously enabled message synchronization.)
To change InBox delivery options for remote mail: in InBox on your PA962, tap
Service
and then tap the service name. Then tap Service again and tap
Properties
.
You’ll need to download a full message before you can view its attachments.
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Sending Messages
To compose a new message, tap the New Message button on the command bar.
Enter an e-mail address in the To field or select a name from the Address Book.
All e-mail addresses entered in the e-mail fields in Contacts appear in the Address
Book.
To send your message, tap File and Send. Messages are placed in your OutBox folder on the PA962 and will be delivered to their destination in one of two ways:
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They are transferred to the OutBox folder in Exchange or Outlook on your desktop computer the next time you synchronize.
They are transmitted to your mail server the next time you connect remotely.
In InBox, make sure the appropriate service is selected on the Service menu.
Then tap Connect.
RF Communication
Windows CE can support TCP/IP protocol, so the user can easily connect to the
Internet by Modem or RF. The following chapter is an introduction on how to connect the PA962 to a network via TCP/IP.
There are several PCMCIA RF cards available on the market. These cards provide the PA962 with wireless communications. Currently, Unitech provides
Cisco 350, Agere (Lucent OEM 802.11b card) support for the PA962 with the drivers pre-installed. By selecting a supported card for the PA962 RF communication will be “plug-and-play”.
RF networks look and operate similarly to Ethernet networks. The only difference is that a radio transmission replaces the hard-wire connection between the various nodes. This means all of your existing applications that currently operate over Ethernet will also function utilizing WLAN without any special wireless network software. This picture illustrates a typical network topology including the PA962 with RF.
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Installing the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card
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Power off the PA962.
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Remove the stylus, using the screw driver in the stylus to remove the screw, and then open the PCMCIA compartment.
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Attach the snap-on antenna to the RF card if required (only the Cisco card comes with a pre-installed antenna).
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Attach pulling-tag to antenna.
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Insert the RF card into the PCMCIA slot.
RF Card Cushion
Remove the protective backing from the sticky side of the RF Card Cushion and install the cushion along the inside upper edge of the PCMCIA Cover as shown.
The RF Card Cushion prevents damage to the RF card antenna in case the
PA962 is accidentally dropped.
Re-attach cover to the PA962
Setting Up the Wireless Card
The PA962 is pre-loaded with connection software from
Cisco and Lucent WaveLAN (Agere Orinoco). The PA962 will automatically detect these RF cards and then display the following screen during the first-time installation.
Please note that there are two ways to set the IP address:
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Obtaining an IP Address via DHCP Server
Please check with your MIS department to determine whether a DHCP server is available in your LAN environment. If available, tap the radio button Obtain an IP
address via DHCP
, and then tap the OK button.
Specifying an IP Address
If there is no DHCP server in your LAN environment, specify the individual IP address on each PA962 with the following steps:
To avoid conflict with your LAN environment, please consult with your MIS department for the correct TCP/IP setting.
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How to Set SSID
Lucent WaveLAN (Agere Orinoco)
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Tap Start
, Control Panel.
Double-click the WaveLAN icon.
Under the “Basic” tab, after “WaveLAN Network
Name
”
, enter “SSID”. Tap OK
Cisco
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Tap Start. Run, Browse.
Select the Windows directory.
Select Aironet Client Utility.exe, Click OK.
Click OK again.
Select SSID. Click OK
Cisco 350 Site Survey Tool:
The Unitech PA960 includes the Cisco 350 Site
Survey Tool pre-loaded.
To access the Site Survey Tool:
1. Open My Computer (or use File Explorer).
2. Open the Cisco file folder.
3. Open Site Survey Tool.
For more information on the Site Survey Tool, refer to the Cisco CE Manual.
Or, go to: http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/wireless/ airo_350/350cards/win_ce/hig/ce_appe.htm.
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Power Management
Lucent WaveLAN (Agere Orinoco)
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Tap Start, Control Panel.
Double-click the WaveLAN icon.
Under the “Power Management” tab, select
“Card Power Management”
. Tap OK
Cisco
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Tap Start. Run, Browse.
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Select the Windows directory.
Select Aironet Client Utility.exe, Click OK.
Click OK again.
Select Power Save Mode. Select MAXPSP.
Click OK
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Chapter 5.
Useful Application Program
Scan2Key
The Scan2Key application can route input from a scanner port to kaypad buffer, so that all input from scanner will be treated as they are just input from keypad. With this router, scanned data can be directly input into scanner port aware application, like MS Pocket Word.
Scanner Setting
When it is necessary for the user to change the default barcode symbology for a different application, Scanner Control Panel provides the ability to change default symbology, place delimiter characters behind scanned data, and save the settings.
Run this program from \Windows\Scanner Setting.exe and Scanner Control
Panel will be displayed.
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Barcode Symbologies:
Set customization symbologies for each symbology including:
Symbology
Code 39
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
I 2 of 5
S25/Toshiba
Code 32
Telpen
EAN 128
Code 128
MSI/Plessy
Code 93
Code 11
CodaBar
Label Code
UPC-A
UPC-E
EAN 13
EAN 8
Delta Code
Supplement
Enable
Disable
Yes
Send
Check
Digit
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Max./Min
Length
Send
Leading
Digit
Yes
Yes
Yes
Other
Full ASCII
Send Start/Stop Character
Send Start/Stop Character
Fix Length
Fix Length
Send Leading Code
Send Trailing Code
Character Set
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Check Digit Module
One/Two Check Digit
Send Start/Stop Character
CLSI Format On
Zero Expansion On
Enable NSC
Enable Bookland
Calculate Check Digit
Supplement 2
Supplement 5
Space Separator Inserted
If Present, Transmit / Presence Required
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Appendix A
Technical Specifications
CPU/Memory
CPU
Flash ROM
Intel X-Scale 400MHz 32 CPU. Built-in real-time clock.
64MB Built-in (Flash Memory Manager included)
64MB
SDRAM
Input/Output
Input Devices
Keypad
Audio Output
Display
LED Indicator
Touch screen, stylus, keypad, full alphanumeric software keyboard, mag stripe reader, and bar code scanner
19 physical keys with backlight including cursor key, numeric keypad, alpha keypad,TAB, ESC, FUNC, brightness and contrast controls
A piezoelectric buzzer with software controlled volume
240 x 320 pixels portrait type, 65535 Color LCDwith touch screen and Electroluminescent backlight.
Contrast adjustable by software hotkey
Dual colors (green/red) for barcode good read indication
Scan Engine
Light Source:
Visible Laser Dicode(VLD)
650nm.
Scan Rate:
39+Scan/Sec
Scan angle:
+53
°
from normal
Min. print contrast:
25% absolute dark/light reflectanceat 650nm
Power Consumption:
65mA typicle@5V
Depth of Field:
See next page
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Laser Typical Depth of Field
5 m i l
7 .5 m il
1 0 m il
1 0 0 % U P C
2 0 m i l
4 0 m i l
N e a r
2 . 0 in . ( 5 .1 c m )
1 .7 i n . ( 4 .3 c m )
1 .8 i n . ( 4 .6 c m )
1 .9 i n . ( 4 .8 c m )
*
*
F a r
5 . 2 i n . ( 1 3 .2 c m )
8 . 0 i n . ( 2 0 .3 c m )
1 0 in . ( 2 5 .4 c m )
1 3 in . ( 3 3 c m )
2 0 in . ( 5 0 . 8 c m )
2 5 in . ( 6 3 . 5 c m )
5 5 m i l * 3 0 in . ( 7 6 . 2 c m )
* D e p e n d e n t u p o n s y m b o l w i d t h
Decode Zone
Interface Port
RS232/USB/Charging Port
IrDA
PCMCIA & CF
Power charging and EIA RS232C supports full duplex asynchronous communications and baud rate up to 115.2K
bps.
Compliant to IrDA 1.2 (SIR). Baud rate up to 115.2K bps.
PCMCIA Type II slot & CF Type I & Type II slot accept memory, modem, and RF cards
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Power
Power Options
Lithium-Ion @7.4V, 1850mAH Main Battery Pack
(Battery pack can be recharged 500 cycles or more)
External AC/DC adapter @12VDC/2A with regulator
Power Consumption
Lithium-Ion battery: At 8V, room temperature.
Battery Charge
Standby mode: 45mA for sytem only without backlight.
Suspend mode: 2mA for system only
3 hours with external AC/DC adapter
3 hours with docking station
Backup Battery
Power Management
1 rechargeable 3.7V, 120mAH Li-ion Polymer battery cell for data backup
Power consumption indicated on status bar
Barcode/Symbology
Symbology
Codabar
Code 11
Code 32
Code 39
Code 39 Full ASCII
Code 93
Code 128
Delta Code
EAN-8, 13
EAN128
Interleaved 2 of 5
Label Code
MSI/Plessy
Standard 2 of 5
Toshiba
Telpen
Toshiba
UPC-A, E
OS and Software Programming Tools
OS
Microsoft Windows CE.NET 4.2 Professional Plus
Development LanguageMicrosoft Embedded Visual Tool for VB and VC programming
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Mechanical and Environmental
Dimensions
Length: 7.28” (18.5cm)
Width: 3.49” (8.76cm)
Depth: 1.70” (4.33cm)
15.59 oz. (442g) with battery pack
Weight
IP Rating
Temperature
IP 65
Operation: -5
°
C to 50
°
C
Storage: -20
°
C to 60
°
C
Humidity
Shock
5% to 95% RH non-condensing
Multiple 4.0’ (1.2m) drops to concrete
Docking Station
Interface
Power Input
1 EIA RS232C IDC type connector via PC/computer, 1 USB port
16 pin connector for charging and communication pads to main unit
Quick charging typically takes 3 hours
AC/DC adapter @ 12 VDC/2A with regulator
Pin Assignment of Charge and Communication Port
12
13
14
15
16
8
9
10
11
6
7
4
5
P in A ss ig nm ent
1 D C D
2
3
R X D
T XD
D TR
S G
D S R
R T S
C T S
R I
U S B 5V
12V
N C
N C
G D N
U D C
/U D C
D esc ription
R ec eiv e D ata
S end D ata
D ata T ransm it R eady
S ig nal G round
D ata S et R eady
R equest to Send
C lear to Send
R ing Indicator
U S B 5V
12V Input
G round
U SB D ifferential D ata Signal H igh Side
U S B D ifferential D ata Sig nal Low S ide
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Appendix B
Update and Upgrade OS
Update OS via Compact Flash (ATA card)
In order to upgrade or re-install the PA962 OS via Compact Flash, you will require the NK.bin file (available from
Unitech Technical Support):
Note:
File name must be
“
NK.bin” – do not rename it.
CAUTION:
Users files will be erased!
1.
2.
3.
4.
Copy file “NK.bin” from the PC to the root directory of the Compact Flash card.
Insert the Compact Flash Card into the PA962.
Plug the power adapter into the PA962.
Run \Windows\BootMode.exe from PA962 by tapping
My Computer -> Windows -> double tapping
“
BootMode” .
Insert CompactFlash chip into PC Card
Adapter
5.
6.
Press OK.
The PA960 will display the following screen:
PA960 BootLoader Ver 1.11
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PA960 Boot Loader Option
(1) Ethernet Image Update
(2) OS Image Update
(3) Boot Loader Update
(4) Serial Port Image Update
(5) Jump to WinCE
(6) Flash Erase
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Choise:
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7.
Press the ‘2’ key to select “OS Image Update”. FlashRom’s content will be erased and the new OS will be written to FlashRom. Then you will see the system will automaticlly run the following steps.:
(1). Image goint to Flash
(2). Erasing Flash
(3). New programming Flash
After the OS is successfully updated, the PA962 will automatically cold-start with the new OS.
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Appendix C
Troubleshooting Guide
Problem
Terminal does not power on.
Terminal shuts itself down.
Battery life is short
Adjust " Power Properties" - especially if peripherals are used.
Adjust backlight of LCD or Keypad.
Replace battery pack if old(battery can be recharged approximately
500 cylces.)
"Low Backup Battery" message Charge terminal for 16 hours.
Screen is blank
Make sure terminal is powered on.
Adjust screen brightness.
Terminal either dow not respond, or responds inaccurately to touch screen input.
Solution
Battery needs recharging or replacement.
Insure that battery is installed correctly.
Adjust " Power Properties"
Battery needs recharging.
Calibrate touch screen.
Perform a warm boot - WARNING - Unsaved data will be lost.
Perform a cold boot - WARNING - Terminal will be reset to default
settings and data will be lost.
Bar code not read.
Terminal will not shut off.
Make sure scanning application is loaded and operational.
Run " Scanner Setting" program to modify barcode read setting.
Bar code might be distorted and should be replaced.
Battery needs recharging or replacement.
If terminal is processing data, attach charging cable to insure the battery isn't depleted.
If terminal is connected to AC power, disconnect.
Perform a warm boot - WARNING - Unsaved data will be lost.
Perform a cold boot - WARNING - Terminal will be reset to default
settings and data will be lost.
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FCC Statement
This is a FCC Part 15 Class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Canadian Compliance Statement
This Class B Digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interferance-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte les exigences du Reglement sur le material broilleur du Canada.
The device is certified to the requirements of RSS-139-1 for 2.4 GHz spread spectrum devices.
European Conformity Statement
Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R&TTE 1999/5/EC and EMC 89/336/
EEC directives.
Laser Information
The Unitech PA960 series is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS/
CDRH 21CFR Subchapter J and to the requirements of IEC 825-1. Class II and Class 2 products are not considered to be hazardous. The PA960 series contains internally a
Visible Laser Diode (VLD) whose emissions do not exceed the maximum limits as set forth in the above regulations. The scanner is designed so that there is no human access to harmful laser light during normal operation, user maintenance or during prescribed service operations.
CAUTION
- Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light. Use of optical instruments with the scanner will increase eye hazard. Optical instruments include binolulars, microscopes, and magnifying glasses. This does not include eye glasses worn by the user.
The laser safety warning label required by the DHHS/IEC for the PA960 series’s optional laser scanner module is located on the memory compartment cover, on the back of the unit.
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