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E-EQ-MX3RFIDRG-A MX3-RFID Reference Guide
3. Replace the endcap, making sure all connections are secure and ribbons/antennas are not
crimped between the endcap and the body of the mobile device.
Removal
1. Grasp the top of the card and pull it straight upward to remove.
2. Use caution not to pull or snag the antenna connector on the Radio card, if installed.
If you anticipate keeping the PCMCIA or CF card out of the mobile device for a long period of
time place it in an enclosed electrostatic-protected storage container. Store in an area that is
protected from dirt, moisture, and electrostatic contact.
Entering Data
You can enter data into the mobile device through several different methods. The Scanner window
accepts barcode data entry, the RS232 and the IR port are used to input/output data, and the
keypad and stylus provide manual entry.
Keypad Entry
The keypad is used to manually input data that is not collected otherwise. Almost any function that
a full sized computer keyboard can provide is duplicated on the mobile device’s keypad but it may
take a few more keystrokes to accomplish a keyed task.
Almost every key has two or three different functions. The primary alpha or numeric character is
printed on the key.
For example, when the 2
nd
key is pressed, the 2
nd
key LED illuminates. By then pressing the
desired second-function key the device will then produce the 2
nd
character. The specific 2
nd
character is printed above the corresponding key. The 2
nd
key LED turns off when key sequence
finishes (unless when setting volume or contrast – the 2
nd
key LED will flash at those times).
Please refer to “Appendix A – Key Maps” for instruction on the specific keypresses to access all
keypad functions.
Stylus Entry
The stylus performs the same function as a mouse that is used to point to and click elements on a
desktop computer. The stylus is used in the same manner as a mouse – single tap or double tap to
select menu options, drag the stylus across text to select, hold the stylus down to activate slider
bars, etcetera. Always use the point of the stylus for tapping or making strokes on the display.
Never use an actual pen, pencil or sharp or abrasive object to write on the touchscreen.
Hold the stylus as if it were a pen or pencil. Touch an element on the screen with the tip of the
stylus then remove the stylus from the screen. The touchscreen responds to an actuation force
(touch) of 4 oz. (or greater) of pressure.
The stylus can be used in conjunction with the keyboard and scanner and an input/output device
connected to one of the serial ports.
• Touch the stylus to the field of the data entry form to receive the next data feed.
• The cursor begins to flash in the field.
• The unit is ready to accept data from either the keyboard, integrated scanner or a scanner
connected to the serial port, if the scanner applet is configured correctly.
