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™ Dolphin 6110 Mobile Computer ® with Windows CE 6.0 User’s Guide...
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Disclaimer Honeywell International Inc. (“HII”) reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other infor- mation contained in this document without prior notice, and the reader should in all cases consult HII to determine whether any such changes have been made. The information in this publication does not rep- resent a commitment on the part of HII.
Top Panel Features ......................3-10 Bottom Panel Features ......................3-11 Dolphin Peripherals/Accessories for the Dolphin 6110 ............3-12 USB Communication Cable for the Dolphin 6110 ..............3-12 Li-ion Battery Packs ......................3-12 Battery Power ........................3-12 Resetting the Terminal ......................3-15 Soft Reset (Warm Boot) ..................
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Chapter 4 - Using the Keypad Overview ..........................4-1 Navigation Keys .........................4-1 Basic Keys .........................4-1 Alpha/Numeric Modes ......................4-2 Alpha Indicators on the Number Keys ................4-2 Function Key Combinations ....................4-2 CTRL Key Combinations ....................4-3 Program Buttons ........................4-3 Chapter 5 - Using the Image Engine Overview ..........................5-1 Available Image Engines ....................5-1 Depth of Field .......................5-1...
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Troubleshooting ........................ 9-3 Technical Specifications .....................9-4 Chapter 10 - Dolphin 6100 Net Base Device (Model 6100-NB) Overview ..........................10-1 Parts and Functions ......................10-2 Front Panel ........................ 10-2 Back Panel ......................... 10-3 Bottom Panel ......................10-4 Charging the Battery ......................10-5 Communication ........................
Agency Approvals Label Locations Dolphin 6110 mobile computers meet or exceed the requirements of all applicable standards organizations for safe operation. However, as with any electrical equipment, the best way to ensure safe operation is to operate them according to the agency guidelines that follow. Read these guidelines carefully before using your mobile computer.
Initial Setup for Dolphin 6110 Terminals Step 1. Install the Battery The Dolphin 6110 is shipped with the battery packaged separate from the unit. Follow the steps below to install the battery. 1. Release the strap making it convenient to reach the cover.
We recommend use of Honeywell Li-Ion battery packs. Use of any non-Honeywell battery may result in damage not covered by the warranty. Step 2. Charge the Batteries Dolphin 6110s ship with the battery pack significantly discharged of power. Charge the battery pack with the Dolphin charging cable until the LED turns green (red while charging).
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The power adapter on the power cable converts the voltage from the power source to 5 volts DC. Only power adapter cables from Honeywell convert the voltage appropriately. The power cable contains a plug adapter for each geography (US, UK, EU, etc.).
Shows signal strength of WiFi radio. (A red X indicates it is not currently associated to an AP.) Double tap to configure your WLAN Secure Wireless Client. For complete configuration instructions, download the Honeywell Secure Wireless (SWC) Client User’s Guide from www.honeywellaidc.com.
Using the Stylus The terminal comes with a stylus included in a loop on the hand strap. Use this stylus (or your finger) to select or enter information on the touch screen. The stylus functions as a mouse; generally, a tap is the same as a click.
Hardware Overview Dolphin 6110 terminals include a number of standard terminal configurations as well as charging and communication peripherals and accessories to maximize the efficiency of your application setting. Standard Terminal Configurations Dolphin 6110 configurations: WPAN/WLAN configuration has both a Bluetooth radio and an 802.11a/b/g/n radio.
The LED lights green when the battery charging is completed. The LED lights blue during soft and hard resets. The LED is user-programmable. Please refer to the explanation in the SDK document. Honeywell D6x10 Device SDK for Windows CE 6.0 > Visual C++ Development > Device API > Functions > devSetLEDState Keypad 28-key numeric keypad (alpha shifted) is available.
Replacement screen protectors can be purchased directly from Honeywell. Contact a Honeywell sales representative for details. Honeywell also mandates use of a proper stylus, which is one that has a stylus tip radius of no less than 0.8mm. Use of the Honeywell stylus included with the terminal is recommended at all times.
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Removing the Screen Protector Dolphin 6110s ship with a touch screen protector already installed. To replace the screen protector, you must remove the one already installed. 1. Press the red Power button to suspend 2. Using a strong, flat, plastic card (e.g., credit card) wedge the edge of the card under the existing screen protector.
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Note: If you have one, you can also use the small plastic squeegees designed for touch panels. 1. Press the red Power button to put the terminal in Suspend Mode on the 28-key Dolphin 6110. 2. Clean the touch panel thoroughly with a clean, non-abrasive, lint-free cloth. Make sure nothing is on the touch panel.
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8. Verify that the screen accepts input from the stylus as usual. If not, re-apply the screen protector. 9. Press the red Power button to put the terminal back in Suspend Mode on the 28-key Dolphin 6110 10. Clean the surface of the screen protector with a clean, non-abrasive, lint-free cloth.
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12. For maximum performance, recalibrate the screen. Tap Start > Settings > Control Panel > double tap Stylus > Calibration tab. 13. Tap Recalibrate and follow the instructions on the screen.
Installed Battery Hand Strap The Dolphin 6110 comes with an adjustable, elastic hand strap. The strap is attached to the device with the two small screws. It is threaded through the slot on the bottom of the back of the unit.
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Stylus Dolphin 6110 terminals ship with a stylus inserted in a loop on the hand strap. Store the stylus in the hand strap when you’re not using it; see Using the Stylus on page 2-5. Installing Memory Cards Note: Honeywell recommends the use of Single Level Cell (SLC) industrial grade microSD or microSDHC memory cards with Dolphin terminals for maximum performance and durability.
Left Side Panel Features Side Button Headset Jack Side Button There is a button like this on both side panels. You can use the Programs Buttons option in the Control Panel to change the functionality of the side buttons. Headset Jack The rubber door on the right side panel provides access to the headset jack.
I/O Connector The I/O mechanical connector is designed to work exclusively with Dolphin 6110 peripherals and cables. This connector powers the terminal, charges the battery, and facilitates communication. This connector supports high speed USB 2.0 communication (Up to 480 Mbps) and RS-232 communications with a maximum speed of 115Kbps and seven baud rate settings.
3-13) The battery must be charged to full capacity before using the Dolphin 6110 for the first time! Charge the battery pack with the Dolphin USB Charging/Communication cable until the LED turns green (red while charging). The average charge time for a fully depleted battery is 7 1/2 hours. It takes less time if the battery has some charge.
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Suspend Mode (see page 3-15) so that operations are suspended before removing the main power source. The Dolphin 6110 is shipped with the battery separate from the unit. You will need to loosen the hand strap, remove the battery door, insert the battery, and replace the battery door. Refer to the instructions included in...
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Note: If the battery is low and the terminal is in Suspend Mode, pressing the button does wake the Dolphin 6110 terminal; you must first replace the discharged battery with a fully charged battery or apply A/C power to the terminal. Checking Battery Power Power icons appear in the command bar at the bottom of the window.
• Although your battery can be recharged many times, it will eventually be depleted. Replace it after the battery is unable to hold an adequate charge. • If you are not sure the battery or charger is working properly, send it to Honeywell International or an authorized service center for inspection.
Troubleshooting Suspend/Resume If the terminal does not wake when you press the Power button on the Dolphin 6110, the battery might be too low to resume operation. To check, remove the battery and install a fully charged battery or connect the terminal to a Dolphin charging peripheral.
Dolphin 6110 Technical Specifications Microsoft Windows CE 6.0 Operating System Honeywell SDK for Windows® CE 6.0 Development Environment Honeywell Power Tools and Demos Application Software TI OMAP3715 800MHz Processor 512 MB RAM, 512 MB Flash Memory User accessible Micro SD memory card slot with SDIO support. Please check current Expansion Memory price guide for available qualified card options.
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Operating Temperature 14° to122° F (-10° to 50°C) Charging Temperature 32° to 113° F (0° to 45° C) -4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C) Storage Temperature Humidity 95% humidity, non-condensing Construction High impact resistant PC/ABS housings Magnesium alloy internal chassis with component shock mounts Drop 4 ft.
Using the Keypad Overview Navigation keys Power key Navigation Keys The navigation keys enable you to move the cursor up and down lines and from character to character. Basic Keys Name Function ALPHA Toggles the keyboard between alpha (upper and lowercase) and numeric modes on the 28-key keypad.
Each number key displays the characters typed when you press that key in alpha mode. Note that when typing in alpha mode on the 28-key Dolphin 6110, you must use the same multi-press method you would use when typing letters on a phone keypad. Each key press types the next letter in the sequence as displayed by the alpha indicator.
CTRL Key Combinations On the keypad, hold down the Control key (CTRL) and then press a key with the red characters below it to type the desired character. Key Combination Function CTRL + 1 CTRL + 2 CTRL + 3 CTRL + 4 CTRL + 5 CTRL + 6...
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RIGHT Right WLAN Wlan power toggle BRIGHT+ Backlight Up BRIGHT- Backlight Down VOL+ Volume Up VOL- Volume Down WINDOW Start Menu key Delete CALIB Touch Calibration No Action No Action No Action No Action No Action No Action No Action No Action No Action No Action...
Using the Image Engine Overview ™ The Dolphin 6110 houses a compact image engine using Adaptus Imaging Technology that instantly reads all popular 1D and 2D bar codes and supports omni-directional aiming and decoding. The image engine can also capture digital images, such as signatures and pictures.
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Supported Bar Code Symbologies Symbology Type Symbology Name Codabar Interleaved 2 or 5 1D Symbologies Code 3 of 9 Matrix 2 of 5 Code 11 Code 32 Pharmaceutical (PARAF) Code 93 Straight 2 of 5 IATA Code 128 Straight 2 of 5 Industrial EAN with Add-On Telepen EAN with Extended Coupon Code...
Activating the Engine When a scanning application is open, press the Scan key to activate the image engine. Using Demos Dolphin Demos are software utilities loaded on all Dolphin terminals that demonstrate the advanced features of the terminal. There are two Demos that feature the image engine: Image Demo and Scan Demo.
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Sample Bar Codes You can use the following bar codes to verify decoding: Sample 128 Sample PDF417 Code 128 PDF417 Test Message Omni-Directional Scanning Positions The high-vis aiming pattern frames the bar code to provide you with the best scanning performance. Note: To achieve the best read, the aiming beam should be centered horizontally across the bar code.
Capturing Images The image-capture process is an intuitive, split-second operation for experienced users. By following basic guidelines, however, new users can easily develop their own technique and, with practice, quickly learn to adapt to different application environments. Image Preview When the imaging process is initiated, the touch screen displays a preview of the object. This is a live video image of what the imager is currently viewing and has a slightly degraded appearance compared to the captured image.
6-7. Installing Additional Software Dolphin terminals ship with the operating system, radio drivers, and custom Honeywell software already installed. These are the default programs that install when your terminal first boots up. You can install additional software programs on the terminal provided that the following parameters are met: •...
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Connecting the USB Charging/Communication Cable for the Dolphin 6110 Slide the USB cable unit onto the bottom of the terminal lining up the terminal’s I/O connector to the cable unit’s connector to facilitate USB communication between the Dolphin terminal and the host workstation.
When communicating via ActiveSync, your terminal is designed to be connected to the host workstation with a Honeywell communication peripheral. We recommend use of Honeywell peripherals, power cables, and power adapters. Use of any non-Honeywell peripherals, cables, or power adapters may cause damage not covered by the warranty.
Software Requirements for Communication To sync successfully, ActiveSync must be configured for the same communication type on both the host workstation and the Dolphin terminal. ActiveSync must be setup on your workstation before you initiate synchronization from the terminal for the first time. Setting Up the Host Workstation Verify that ActiveSync is configured to use the appropriate communication type by clicking File >...
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Communicating with the Dolphin Terminal After setting up both the workstation and the terminal, ActiveSync connection should be automatic. 1. Connect the Dolphin terminal to a communication peripheral, such as the Dolphin HomeBase. 2. The Dolphin terminal automatically opens ActiveSync to establish a connection. Synchronizing with the Host Workstation After setup, synchronization begins automatically whenever the terminal’s mechanical connector connects to a Dolphin peripheral that is connected to a host workstation with ActiveSync installed.
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Exploring the Terminal from the Workstation When the terminal and desktop computer are connected, open the main ActiveSync window (on the desktop), and click Explore. The Mobile Device folder opens in Windows Explorer. The Dolphin terminal is now treated as a mass storage device, and transferring files is as simple as dragging and dropping or copying and pasting as you would for moving files between folders on your hard drive.
Program Files folder on the terminal. If you want the program to persist through hard resets, paste the program to the Autoinstall folder \Honeywell\AutoInstall 3. On the terminal Desktop, tap My Device and, in Windows Explorer, navigate to the folder where the program is located.
Configuring the WLAN Radio The WLAN radio is configured in the Honeywell WLAN Security Supplicant, which you access by double tapping the program icon in the command bar. For complete configuration instructions, download the Honeywell Secure Wireless (SWC) Client User’s Guide from www.honeywellaidc.com.
Connecting Bluetooth devices usually requires that they be paired; the same passkey must be entered for each device. If you want to connect the Dolphin 6110 to a device without any input method (e.g., printers, headsets), refer to the user documentation that accompanied the device for pairing information.
GPRS data transfer and if it has an available Bluetooth connection. If your phone supports 3G data transfer, you should be able to connect the Dolphin 6110 to your phone. 1. Determine if your phone is configured and connected to GPRS.
Note: The information in this chapter applies to both the Dolphin HomeBase and Dolphin eBase devices unless otherwise indicated. As the hub of your Dolphin 6110 system, the Dolphin HomeBase charging and communication cradle supports high-speed USB 2.0 and RS-232 communication with a workstation. The Dolphin eBase is identical to the Dolphin HomeBase except it supports Ethernet communication as well as USB 2.0, and...
Front Panel Terminal Well Charging LED Terminal Well Place the Dolphin terminal in the terminal well to communicate with a host device, power the terminal, and charge the terminal’s battery. Make sure that the device is securely seated. Rubber Feet The bottom panel has four rubber feet to stabilize the unit on a flat surface.
Back Panel HomeBase eBase Serial Port Serial Port USB Port USB Port Ethernet Port DC Power Jack DC Power Jack DC Power Jack Connect the power cable to this power jack; see Powering the Dolphin HomeBase Device page 8-4. USB Port The USB port is High-speed (v2.0).
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When a terminal is properly seated, the base powers the terminal, charges the terminal’s battery pack, and launches ActiveSync. Honeywell recommends that you leave the base connected to its power source at all times, so that it is always ready to use.
The following illustration shows how to install the ferrite on the cable. It should be placed approximately 1.57 inches (40mm) from the RJ45 plug. The cable should be looped around the core, as shown. Charging the Battery The base powers the terminal and fully charges its battery pack in an average of 7 1/2 hours for a fully depleted battery.
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Charging a Spare Battery The base can also charge a second battery while the terminal is positioned in the base. The second battery can be inserted in the battery charging well in back of the terminal connection. Place the battery in the well with the label facing up and toward the back of the unit.
Technical Specifications Structural Dimensions 5.3 in. high X 4.5 in. wide X 3.1 in. deep (13.5 cm. X 11.4 cm. X 7.9 cm.) Weight Dolphin HomeBase - 11.0 oz. (313g) Dolphin eBase - 11.3 oz (320g) Material Polycarbonate Color Black Environmental Operating Temperature 14°...
We recommend use of Honeywell peripherals, power cables, and power adapters. Use of any non-Honeywell peripherals, cables, or power adapters may cause damage not covered by the warranty. We recommend use of Honeywell Li-Ion battery packs. Use of any non-Honeywell battery may result in damage not covered by the warranty.
Battery Charging Charging Process This charger charges Dolphin 6110 Li-Ion 3300mAh packs in an average of 5 1/2 hours for a fully depleted battery. It takes less time if the battery has some charge. Each charging slot works independently of the other three.
3. When the Status LED turns green, the battery in the slot has completed charging. Recommendations for Storing Batteries To maintain top performance from batteries, follow these storage guidelines: • Avoid storing batteries outside of the specified temperature range of -4 to 104° F (-20 to 40° C) or in extremely high humidity.
Technical Specifications Structural Dimensions 7.3 in. long X 3.7 in. wide X 2.4 in. high (18.5 cm. X 9.4 cm. X 6.1 cm.) Weight 11.5 oz. (325g) Material Case: Polycarbonate Color: Black Capacity Supports up to four Li-Ion battery packs Environmental Operating Temperature 32°...
Dolphin 6100 Net Base Device (Model 6100-NB) Overview The Net Base enables up to four Dolphin 6110 mobile computers to communicate with a host device over an Ethernet network. In addition, the Net Base provides a second RJ45 Ethernet port for connec- tion to an additional device such as a printer, workstation, eBase, or another Net Base.
Parts and Functions Front Panel Terminal Wells Power/Dock LED COMM LED Terminal Wells The Net Base contains four terminal wells. Each well has its own dedicated Power/Dock LED and COMM LED indicator. Place the Dolphin terminal in any one of the four wells to communicate with a host device, power the terminal, and charge the installed battery pack.
Green LED Yellow LED Two RJ45 Ethernet Ports DC Power Jack DC Power Jack Use the power cable from Honeywell that comes with the Net Base to supply power to this power jack. For more information, see Power on page 10-4.
The terminal requires 12 Volts DC input for communications and battery charging; the power adapter on the power cable converts the voltage from the power source to 12 volts DC. Only the Honeywell 12V/ 8.5A power supply provided with the Net Base converts the voltage appropriately. The operating tem- perature range is -10°...
Make sure the terminal is dry before placing it in the Net Base. Do NOT place a wet terminal in the Net Base! Doing so may cause damage not covered by the warranty. We recommend use of Honeywell Li-Ion battery packs. Use of any non-Honeywell battery may result in dam- age not covered by the warranty.
4. Insert the Dolphin into one of the terminal wells. The DOCK LED for the well changes from red to green and the connection icon on the Dolphin’s title bar changes from 5. By default, the DHCP server assigns a unique IP address to each of the Dolphin terminals docked in the Net Base.
Desk Mounting The DIN Rail (7.5 X 35 mm) slot on the bottom panel enables secure mounting on a horizontal surface. Hardware Required • 3/16 in. dia x 5/8 in. long pan head screw • 1/2 in. OD x 7/32 in. ID x 3/64 in. thick •...
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Hollow Wall Installation 1. Drill four pilot holes in the wall using a 7/8 in. drill bit. 13.78 in. [35 cm] Wall Mount Bracket 6.5 in. Wall Mount Holes [16.5 cm] 2. Slide the bolt through the wall bracket, and thread the toggle nut onto Toggle Nut the bolt.
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3. Slide the washer onto the screw and tighten the nut to secure the assembly. Wall Bracket, Qty. 1 Screw, Qty. 2 Washer, Qty. 1 DIN Rail, Qty. 1 Nut, Qty. 1 Washer, Qty. 1 Nut, Qty. 1 4. Remove the rubber feet on the bottom of the Net Base. 5.
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Technical Specifications Structural Dimensions 3.17 in. high X 17.64 in. wide X 3.97 in. deep (8.05 cm. X 44.8 cm. X 10.1 cm.) Weight 28.4 oz. (805g) Material Polycarbonate Color Black Environmental Operating Temperature 14° to 122°F (-10° to +50° C) Storage Temperature -4°...
• The duration of the limited warranty for batteries is one year. Use of any battery from a source other than Honeywell may result in damage not covered by the warranty. Batteries returned to Honeywell International Inc. in a reduced state may or may not be replaced under this warranty.