Intermec CN2 User manual

CN2 Handheld Computer User’s Manual 1

Using the CN2 Handheld

Computer

Use this chapter to familiarize yourself with the CN2 handheld

computer. In this chapter you will find these sections:

•Introducing the CN2 Handheld Computer

•Using the Battery

•Using the Keypad

•Using the Touch Screen

•Understanding the Screen Icons

•Understanding the Status Lights

•Understanding the Beeps

•Running Multiple Applications on the CN2

•Scanning Bar Codes

•Increasing File Storage With the Optional SD Card

•Using the Optional USB Keyboard

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Introducing the CN2 Handheld Computer

The Intermec CN2 handheld computer is an ergonomically-

designed handheld computer built on the Microsoft®Windows®

CE .NET operating system. It is a semi-rugged, lightweight

computer that runs client/server applications and browser-based

applications.

Stylus (not

visible from

front)

Side Scan

button

(2 places)

Good

Read light

USB/Serial port

Battery light

CN2

ESC

F1 F3 LockF2

F4 F6F5

F7 F9F8

F12F10 F11

DEF CapsABC

GHI MNOJKL

PQRS WXYZTUV

Space Alt

CN2 Handheld Computer With Numeric Keypad

The CN2 handheld computer with an IEEE 802.11b/g radio

installed is Wi-Fi®certified for interoperability with other

802.11b/g wireless LAN devices.

What’s New in This Release?

This release of CN2 includes these new features:

•You can use Task Manager (page 22).

•You can customize the behavior of the keypad (page 41).

•Funk Security is the default security choice (page 52).

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•You can double-tap the or icon in the taskbar to

view information about your wireless network regardless of

your security choice (page 68).

•You can allow FTP transfers to and from the CN2 (page 70).

•You can make sure that your applications are reinstalled after

a cold boot (page 90).

•You can run LED and keypad diagnostic tests (page 102).

CN2 Features, Applications, and Accessories

The CN2 includes these features and applications:

Features Installed Applications

802.11b/g radio (optional) CE Internet Explorer 6

1D linear imager (optional) CE Media Player

CCX v1.0 certification Inbox

IPv6 support ScanDemo (optional)

.NET Compact Framework Transcriber

64MB flash/128MB RAM memory Wavelink Avalanche Enabler

400 MHz Intel®XScale™processor WordPad

18-key numeric keypad or

10-key scroll keypad

Quarter VGA color display with

touch screen

For a complete list of accessories, see “Accessories for the CN2”

on page 115.

Identifying the Optional Features Installed in Your CN2

Before you continue learning to use your CN2, you need to

determine which optional features are installed in your CN2:

•802.11b/g radio

•Numeric or scroll keypad

•1D linear imager

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Does Your CN2 Contain an 802.11b/g Radio?

How to Determine Description In This Manual

Look at the Configuration

Number (CN) on the label inside

the battery compartment. For

help removing the battery door

and the battery, see page 8.

If the CN ends in 8xx, your CN2

contains a radio. For example,

CN2A21E10N2804.

You have a wireless CN2,

which can communicate in

a wireless network.

For details about wireless

communications, see

“Configuring 802.11b/g

Radio Communications”

on page 47.

If the CN ends in 000, your CN2

does not contain a radio. For

example, CN2A11E10N2000.

You have a batch CN2,

which requires a modem

dock or communications

dock to communicate with

a network.

For details about batch

communications, see

“Configuring USB

Communications” on

page 46.

Does Your CN2 Contain a Numeric or Scroll Keypad?

How to Determine Description In This Manual

The numeric keypad has 18

keys.

You can type numbers and

letters, and you can access

function keys (such as F1).

For details, see “Using the

Numeric Keypad” on

page 11.

The scroll keypad has 10 keys. You can use the arrow keys to

move through applications,

and you can access function

keys (such as F1).

For details, see “Using the

Scroll Keypad” on page

13.

Does Your CN2 Scan Bar Codes?

How to Determine Description In This Manual

The top of the CN2 contains a

clear scanner window.

You can scan bar codes with

your CN2.

For details, see “Scanning

Bar Codes” on page 25.

The top of the CN2 does not

contain a clear scanner

window.

You cannot scan bar codes

with your CN2.

Ignore all references to

scanning bar codes in this

manual.

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Using the Battery

The CN2 uses a lithium-ion battery as its main power source.

You must fully charge the main battery before you can use the

CN2.

While you change the battery, the backup battery maintains the

computer’s status, memory, and real-time clock for at least 5

minutes.

The lithium-ion battery pack that is used in this device

may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if it is mistreated.

Do not disassemble it, heat it above 100°C (212°F), or

incinerate it.

Avertissement: Le paquet de piles d’ions de lithium qui est

utilisé dans cet appareil peut presenter un risque de feu ou

un risque chimique de brûlure s’il est maltraité. Il ne faut

pas le désassembler, le réchauffer à une température plus

élevée que 100°C (212°F) ou l’incinérer.

Warnung: Der Lithiumionen-Akku, der in diesem Gerät

verwendet wird, kann eine Brandgefahr oder chemische

Brandgefahr darstellen, falls ee missbräuchlich verwendet

wird. Nicht zerlegen, über 100°C (212°F) erwärmen oder

verbrennen.

Removing the main battery when the backup battery low or

critically low icon appears on the status bar may cause your

CN2 to cold boot and you may lose data.

Attention: Si vous enlevez la batterie principale quand

l’icône de batterie de secours dans la barre de statut indique

bas ou bas critique, cela peut causer une botte froide à votre

CN2 et vous risquez de perdre des données.

Vorsicht: Das Entfernen des Hauptakkus bei schwacher

Reservebatterie oder wenn das Symbol für „leeren Akku“ in

der Statusleiste eingeblendet ist, kann einen Kaltstart des

Modells CN2 auslösen und zu Datenverlusten führen.

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If you fail to replace the battery immediately, you may lose

important data or applications.

Attention: Si la batterie n’est pas remplacée immédiatement,

des données ou applications importantes risquent d’être

perdues.

Vorsicht: Falls der Akku nicht unverzüglich ausgetauscht

wird, können importierte Daten oder Anwendungen

verloren gehen.

Dispose of used battery packs promptly. Keep away from

children. Contact your local Intermec sales representative for

replacement batteries.

Several factors determine the life of your battery, such as extreme

temperatures and your usage.

Installing and Charging the Battery

Make sure you fully charge the battery before you use your

CN2. To charge the battery, you need to install it in the CN2.

To install and charge the battery

1Push down on the battery door latch, and pull up on the

battery door.

2Remove the battery door and set it aside.

3Align the battery contacts, and insert the battery in the

battery compartment. Press down on the battery until it clicks

into place.

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Battery

4Replace the battery door.

5Connect the AC power supply (P/N 074246) to the power

connector on the back of the CN2 communications dock

(P/N 225-696-001), and then connect the power cord to the

AC power supply.

You must use only the Intermec power supply approved

for use with the CN2. Using any other power supply will

damage the CN2.

Attention: Vous devez utiliser seulement le bloc

d’alimentation Intermec désigné pour le CN2.

L’utilisation d’autre blocs d’alimentation endommagera le

CN2.

Vorsicht: Mit dem Modell CN2 darf nur der dazu

genehmigte Intermec-Netzteil verwendet werden. Die

Verwendung eines anderen Netzteils wird das Modell

CN2 beschädigen.

Note: For help installing and using the communications

dock, see the CN2 Communications Dock Quick Start Guide

(P/N 930-061-001), which shipped with the dock.

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AC power

supply

Communications

dock

Power

light

CN2

6Connect the power cord to an AC power outlet. The green

Power light on the communications dock turns on.

7Place the CN2 in the communications dock. The battery is

fully charged in approximately 4 hours.

Removing the Battery

Follow these instructions to remove the battery from the CN2.

Only use the stylus to remove the battery. If you use any

other tool or method to remove the battery, you may damage

the battery or the CN2.

Attention: Utilisez uniquement le stylet pour retirer la pile.

Si vous utilisez un autre instrument ou une autre méthode

pour le faire, vous risquez d’endommager la pile ou le CN2.

Vorsicht: Der Akku darf nur mit Hilfe des Stifts entfernt

werden. Wenn ein anderes Werkzeug bzw. eine andere

Methode zum Herausnehmen des Akkus benutzt wird, kann

der Akku oder das Modell CN2 beschädigt werden.

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Removing the main battery when the backup battery low or

critically low icon appears on the status bar may cause your

CN2 to cold boot and you may lose data.

Attention: Si vous enlevez la batterie principale quand

l'icône de batterie de secours dans la barre de statut indique

bas ou bas critique, cela peut causer une botte froide à votre

CN2 et vous risquez de perdre des données.

Vorsicht: Das Entfernen des Hauptakkus bei schwacher

Reservebatterie oder wenn das Symbol für „leeren Akku“ in

der Statusleiste eingeblendet ist, kann einen Kaltstart des

Modells CN2 auslösen und zu Datenverlusten führen.

If you fail to replace the battery immediately, you may lose

important data or applications.

Attention: Si la batterie n’est pas remplacée immédiatement,

des données ou applications importantes risquent d’être

perdues.

Vorsicht: Falls der Akku nicht unverzüglich ausgetauscht

wird, können importierte Daten oder Anwendungen

verloren gehen.

To remove the battery

1Push down on the battery door latch, and pull up on the

battery door.

2Remove the battery door and set it aside.

3Insert the stylus between the battery and the CN2 case, and

press straight down until the battery is released.

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4Lift the battery out of the battery compartment.

Maximizing Battery Life

There are several things that you can do to maximize the life of

your fully charged battery.

•Set the Backlight Timeout to 10 seconds.

•Verify that Radio Power Management is enabled (Fast PSP).

Enabling radio power management allows your radio to

switch between awake and sleep modes based on network

traffic.

•Verify that each setting under Power Management has a value

of 1 minute for a combined automatic shutoff time of 3

minutes.

You can use Intermec Settings to easily make all of these

configuration changes. For help, see “Configuring the CN2

Locally With Intermec Settings” on page 36.

Checking the Battery Status

The easiest way to tell the status of your battery is to look at the

battery icon on the taskbar of your CN2. For help locating the

taskbar, see the illustration on page 15.

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