Casio IT-3100 User manual

CASIO

IT-3100 Series

Quick Start Guide

(Version 1.02)

CASIO Computer Co., Ltd.

May 2010

Table of the Contents

Editorial Record 4

Preface 5

Chapter 1. Product Overview 6

1.1 Features at a Glance 6

1.2 Library Configuration 7

1.3 Development Reference Manuals 8

1.4 Sample Program 9

Chapter 2. Prerequisites 10

2.1 Skills Required 10

2.2 Hardware Required 11

2.3 Software Required 14

Chapter 3. Installing SDK to PC 16

3.1 Application Development 16

3.2 Installing CASIO SDK Files 17

Chapter 4. Connecting Power Supply to Cradle 21

4.1 HA-B61IO 21

Chapter 5. Connecting the IT-3100 to PC 23

5.1 Installing IRXpress 24

5.1.1 Installing USB Driver 25

5.1.2 Installing RS-232C Driver 35

5.2 ActiveSync Connection via IrDA 42

5.2.1 Installing ActiveSync 42

5.2.2 Setting ActiveSync 43

5.3 IrDA Connection via Windows Mobile Device Center 44

Chapter 6. Setting Up the Development Environment 45

6.1 Installing CAB Files 45

6.2 eMbedded Visual C++ 4.0 46

6.3 Visual Studio 2005 47

6.4 Visual Studio .NET 2003 48

6.5 Use of IT-3000 Software Legacy 49

6.6 Use of .NET Application Legacy 50

Chapter 7. Device Emulator 51

7.1 Software Required 51

7.2 Starting up the Device Emulator 54

7.3 Using the Device Emulator 56

7.3.1 IT-3100 Device Emulator 56

7.3.2 I/O Simulator 57

7.3.3 Connecting via ActiveSync 62

7.4 Debugging Applications 65

7.4.1 Setting Up Build Configuration 65

7.4.2 Debugging Applications 65

Chapter 8. eMbedded Visual C++ 68

8.1 Building a Simple eVC++ 4.0 Test Program 68

8.2 Using CASIO Libraries from eVC++ 4.0 70

Chapter 9. Visual Studio 72

9.1 Using CASIO .NET Libraries from VB 73

9.2 Using CASIO .NET Libraries from C# 75

9.3 Using CASIO Libraries from C++ 77

Chapter 10. Resources 81

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Editorial Record

Manual

Version

no.

Date edited Page Content

1.00 July 2008 all Original version

7 to 9 In Chapter 1, the contents in Library Configuration,

Development Reference Manuals, and Sample Program

are changed.

15 to 19 In Chapter 3.2, the instruction of installation is changed.

45 The configuration of the CAB files is changed.

50 to 64 In Chapter 7, the description of using eMbedded Visual

C++ 4.0 is added.

51 The limitation of audio system device in chapter of

Device Emulator is deleted.

53 to 59 In Chapter 7, images and usage of I/Osimulator are

changed.

1.01 January 2009

6, 13 to

19, 51 to

Microsoft Visual Studio 2008 is added to Development

platform.

14, 16,

Supported OS is added. ( Windows 7 / Windows 2008 Server )

53 Note is added at case of using Device Emulator after Windows

Vista OS

1.02 May 2010

17 Chapter 3.2 is modified.

Preface

This guide clearly and concisely sets out the information developers need to know to get started with

the CASIO IT-3100 series development. The best methods of connecting to your development

system are covered and step by step instructions for installing and testing the CASIO SDKs are

included.

The purpose of this guide is to get you to the point where you can start development; you should

refer to the library manuals for detailed information on the specific APIs.

1. Product Overview

1.1 Features at a Glance

The IT-3100 features a built-in high speed thermal printer capable of printing up to 28 lines per

second and other notable capabilities including the following functions.

Outstanding development environment

•Microsoft®Windows®CE 5.0 English Version as the built-in OS

•Visual Studio 2008

•Visual Studio 2005

•Visual Studio .NET 2003 (Windows® CE .NET Utilities v 1.1 for Visual Studio .NET 2003)

•eMbedded Visual C++ 4.0

Compatibility with various communication systems

•High speed infrared communication with IrDA Ver. 1.1

•Bluetooth® Version 1.2

Small size, light weight (improved portability)

•Dimensions : Approx. 52.5 (W) x 166 (D) x 30.5 (H) mm

•Weight : Approx. 145 g

Improved durability

•Impact resistance : 1.2 m in height *

•Dust/Water-splash proof : IP54 level (compliant with IEC60529 International Standard)

Superb scanning capability

•Readable 1D symbologies

UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN8, EAN13, Codabar, Code11, Code39, Code93, Code128, ITF, MSI,

IATA, GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional, GS1 DataBar Limited, GS1 DataBar Expanded, GS1

DataBar Stacked, GS1 DataBar Expanded Stacked

•Readable 2D symbologies

PDF417, Micro PDF, Code49, Composite, Codablock F, TLC39, GS1 DataBar Stacked, GS1

DataBar Stacked Omnidirectional, GS1 DataBar Expanded Stacked, Aztec, DataMatrix,

Maxicode, QR Code

CPU/Memory

•High-performance CPU

Marvell®PXA255 Application Processor (runs at maximum 400 MHz)

•Large-capacity memory

RAM : 128 MB

F-ROM : 96 MB (user area; approximately 30 MB)

* The drop durability height is a measured value resulting from actual testing. It does not necessarily guarantee the

product from damage.

1.2 Library Configuration

The CASIO Software Development Kit (“SDK”) for IT-3100 series provides various libraries listed

in the table. The compatibility on these libraries with ones for IT-3000, see Chapter 6.5 “Use of

IT-3000 Software Legacy”.

Table 1.1

Library Description C++ VB

System Library Library that is used to control the system. Yes Yes

Bluetooth Library Library that is used to control the built-in Bluetooth module. Yes Yes

Printer Library Library that is used to control the built-in Printer module. Yes Yes

Imager Library Library that is used to control the built-in CMOS Imager. Yes Yes

MCR Library Library that is used to control the built-in Magnetic Card

Reader.

Yes Yes

SOBR Library Library that is used to control an external bar code

reader connected to the 8-pin serial port.

Yes Yes

GUI Library (note 2) Library that is used to control the built-in Printer

module in the print system.

Yes Yes

Communication Port Library Library that is used to control communication via the

extension port.

Yes -

JPEG Library Library that is used to handle and manipulate JPEG image

functions.

Yes -

FLINK Library Library that is used to control and carry out

transmission/reception of files between PC and other

device.

Yes Yes

Notes:

1. The abbreviations used in the table are;

C++ :Visual C++

VB :Visual Basic .NET

C# :Visual C# .NET

2. The library changed its name from “Print Library” to “GUI Library”.

The names of the Dynamic Link Libraries for C++ and C#/VB for the device oriented libraries are

listed in the table.

Table 1.2

Library Dynamic Link Library Dynamic Link Library

(Class Library)

System Library SystemLib.dll SystemLibNet.dll

Bluetooth Library BluetoothLib.dll BluetoothLibNet.dll

Printer Library PrinterLib.dll PrinterLibNet.dll

Imager Library ImagerLib.dll ImagerLibNet.dll

MCR Library MCReadLib.dll MCReadLibNet.dll

SOBR Library SerialObrLib.dll SerialObrLibNet.dll

GUI Library Cp780Lib.dll Cp780LibVB.dll

Cp780LibCS.dll

Communication Port Library None None

JPEG Library JpegCe.dll None

FLINK Library FlinkLib.dll MoFlinkLib.dll

1.3 Development Reference Manuals

The CASIO Software Development Kit (“SDK”) for IT-3100 series includes the development

reference manuals listed in the table.

Table 1.3

Development Manual Description

Quick Start Guide This reference manual.

Hardware Manual Reference manual that describes hardware specifications in detail on

each dedicated option and IT-300 handheld printer terminal

Software Manual Reference manual that describes software specifications in detail for

all the software integrated in IT-3100 handheld printer terminal.

System Library Manual Reference manual that describes individual functions in detail for

System Library.

Bluetooth Library Manual Reference manual that describes individual functions in detail for

Bluetooth Library.

Printer Library Manual Reference manual that describes individual functions in detail for

Printer Library.

Imager Library Manual Reference manual that describes individual functions in detail for

Imager Library.

MCR Library Manual Reference manual that describes individual functions in detail for

MCR Library.

SOBR Library Manual Reference manual that describes individual functions in detail for

SOBR Library.

GUI Library Manual (note) Reference manual that describes individual functions in detail for

GUI Library.

Communication Port Library Manual Reference manual that describes individual functions in detail for

Communication Port Library.

JPEG Library Manual Reference manual that describes individual functions in detail for

JPEG Library.

FLINK Library Manual Reference manual that describes individual functions in detail for

FLINK Library.

Note:

The library changed its name from “Print Library” to “GUI Library”.

1.4 Sample Program

The following sample programs are included in the IT-3100 SDK.

Table 1.4

Sample Program Description

Common Device Control Library

BLUETOOTHLIBSAMPLE Connects the terminal to a Bluetooth printer and prints out data.

CAMERALIBSAMPLE Takes pictures and displays them on the screen. (note 2)

IMGLIBSAMPLE Scans bar codes using the Imager with settings set with Imager setting

file.

IMGLIBSAMPLE2 Program of IMGDemo.exe

OBRLIBSAMPLE Reads a bar code using the Laser library. (note 2)

PRNLIBSAMPLE Prints out data on the built-in printer.

SYSTEMLIBSAMPLE Demonstrates LED and buzzer functions.

JPEG Library

JPEGSAMPLE Displays Jpeg files.

FLINK Library

FLINKLIBSAMPLE Demonstrate infrared communication via FLINK protocol between two

terminals.

Notes:

1. Two-character abbreviation showing the respective development platforms is added at the end

of each folder name.

VC :Visual C++

VB :Visual Basic .NET

CS :Visual C# .NET

2. Some of the sample programs such as CAMERALIBSAMPLE and OBRLIBSAMPLE in

the table do not run because the respective devices are not integrated in the IT-3100.

2. Prerequisites

2.1 Skills Required

The following skills are required by developers aiming to develop application software for the

IT-3100.

•Windows programming

•A good knowledge of one or more of the following

- Visual C++

- Visual Basic .NET

- Visual C# .NET

- Browser based applications (not covered in this guide)

The following skills or experience are also desirable.

•Windows CE devices

•ActiveSync

•Some networking experience

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