LXE HX1 User manual

HX1 User’s Guide

E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A

LANGUAGE: ENGLISH

Notices

Notice:

LXE Inc. reserves the right to make improvements or changes in the products described in this manual at any time

without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this document to assure its

accuracy, LXE assumes no liability resulting from any errors or omissions in this document, or from the use of the

information contained herein. Further, LXE Incorporated, reserves the right to revise this publication and to make

changes to it from time to time without any obligation to notify any person or organization of such revision or

changes.

Copyright Notice:

This manual is copyrighted. All rights are reserved. This document may not, in whole or in part, be copied,

photocopied, reproduced, translated or reduced to any electronic medium or machine-readable form without prior

consent, in writing, from LXE Inc.

125 Technology Parkway, Norcross, GA 30092 U.S.A. (770) 447-4224

Trademarks:

LXE® and Spire are registered trademarks of LXE Inc.

VoiceLogistics is a registered trademark of Voxware, Inc. 185 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge, MA. The

original VoiceLogistics VLS-410 user documentation is copyrighted by Voxware, Inc. LXE is distributing the

Voxware VLS-410 product as the LXE HX1. Text explaining the VLS-410 product (HX1) in this user document

has been amended by LXE Inc., for reprint purposes with Voxware Inc.'s, express permission.

Microsoft, Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United

States and/or other countries.

Intel and Intel XScale are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the

United States and other countries.

Summit Data Communications, Inc. Summit Data Communications, the Summit logo, and “The Pinnacle of

Performance” are trademarks of Summit Data Communications, Inc.

The Cisco Square Bridge logo is a trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc.; Aironet, Cisco and Cisco Systems are

registered trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the United States and certain other countries.

All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or

organizations.

rights reserved. Adobe®, the Adobe logo, Acrobat®, and the Acrobat logo are registered trademarks of Adobe

Systems Incorporated.” applies.

!

The user is strongly cautioned to read Appendix B, “Regulatory Notices and Safety

Information”. Important safety cautions, warnings and regulatory information is

contained in Appendix A.

Important: This symbol is placed on the product to remind users to dispose of Waste Electrical

and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) appropriately, per Directive 2002-96-EC. In most areas, this

product can be recycled, reclaimed and re-used when properly discarded. Do not discard labeled

units with trash. For information about proper disposal, contact LXE through your local sales

representative, or visit www.lxe.com.

E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A HX1 User’s Guide

Table of Contents

THE HX1 HANDS FREE COMPUTER 1

Overview....................................................................................................................1

Document Conventions ............................................................................................................2

Environmental Specifications...................................................................................................3

Quick Start.................................................................................................................4

Components..............................................................................................................5

Top View..................................................................................................................................5

End View..................................................................................................................................5

About Lithium-Ion Batteries.....................................................................................6

Install Battery ...........................................................................................................................6

Changing the Battery................................................................................................................8

Battery Care Procedures...........................................................................................................8

The HX1 Multi-Charger...........................................................................................................9

Attach Headset........................................................................................................10

Adjust Microphone and Secure Cable....................................................................................11

Belt Carrying Case.................................................................................................. 12

Powering On the HX1 .............................................................................................14

Suspend /Resume Button........................................................................................................14

Power LED...........................................................................................................................14

Resetting the HX1...................................................................................................................15

Entering Data........................................................................................................... 16

Getting Help............................................................................................................. 16

Manuals and Accessories......................................................................................16

Manuals...................................................................................................................................16

Accessories.............................................................................................................................17

APPENDIX A REGULATORY NOTICES AND SAFETY INFORMATION 21

Approvals ................................................................................................................ 22

APPENDIX B END USER LICENSE AGREEMENTS (EULAS) 29

Voxware VoxBrowser and VoxManager End-User License Agreement............. 29

LXE Equipment Software License Agreement ..................................................... 33

ii Table of Contents

HX1 User’s Guide E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A

INDEX 35

Illustrations

Figure 1 The HX1 Hands-Free Computer............................................................................................................1

Figure 2 HX1 Components..................................................................................................................................5

Figure 3 HX1 Connectors....................................................................................................................................5

Figure 4 The HX1 Battery ...................................................................................................................................6

Figure 5 Inserting the Battery Pack......................................................................................................................6

Figure 6 Snap the Battery Pack into the HX1......................................................................................................7

Figure 7 Removing the Battery Pack...................................................................................................................7

Figure 8 The HX1 Multi-Charger........................................................................................................................9

Figure 9 Lower Audio Cable .............................................................................................................................10

Figure 10 Headset..............................................................................................................................................10

Figure 11 The Belt Carrying Case .....................................................................................................................12

Figure 12 HX1 and Antenna in Case.................................................................................................................12

Figure 13 Adjusting the Belt..............................................................................................................................13

E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A HX1 User’s Guide

The HX1 Hands Free Computer

Overview

The HX1 “Hands Free”/voice device is a rugged, wearable computer equipped with a Microsoft

®

Windows

®

CE operating system. The HX1 is a customized computer designed to gather voice

data and transmit the data via a wireless PCMCIA radio (spread spectrum 2.4GHz) to a voice

server.

The HX1 is designed for heads up, hands free operation. The HX1 includes a headset. The

headset’s speaker relays voice instructions to the user and the user speaks the responses into the

headset’s microphone. A keyboard, display and touchscreen are not necessary for operation and

are not included in the HX1.

The HX1 provides power and functionality in a small package, using a 400 MHz Intel

®

X-Scale

PXA255 Processor.

Figure 1 The HX1 Hands-Free Computer

2 Overview

HX1 User’s Guide E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A

Document Conventions

This reference guide uses the following document conventions:

ALL CAPS All caps are used to represent disk directories, file names, and application

names.

Menu|Choice Rather than use the phrase "choose the Save command from the File menu",

this manual uses the convention "choose File|Save".

"Quotes" Indicates the title of a book, chapter or a section within a chapter (for

example, "Document Conventions").

< > Indicates a key on the keyboard (for example, <Enter> ).

Indicates a reference to other documentation.

Differences in operation or commands due to radio type.

ATTENTION

Keyword that indicates vital or pivotal information to follow.

!

Attention symbol that indicates vital or pivotal information to follow. Also,

when marked on product, means to refer to the manual or user’s guide.

International fuse replacement symbol. When marked on the product, the

label includes fuse ratings in volts (v) and amperes (a) for the product.

Note: Keyword that indicates immediately relevant information.

Caution

!

Keyword that indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not

avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

WARNING

!

Keyword that indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not

avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

DANGER

!

Keyword that indicates an imminent hazardous situation, which, if not

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Overview 3

E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A HX1 User’s Guide

Environmental Specifications

Feature Specification

Operating Temperature -13°F to 158°F (-25°C to 70°C) [non-condensing]

Storage Temperature -40°F to 185°F (-40°C to 85°C) [non-condensing]

Water, Sand Dust IP 64 per IEC529, section 13.4 and 12.4

Operating Humidity 5 to 95% non-condensing

ESD +/-4 kV contact, +/-8 kV air

4 Quick Start

HX1 User’s Guide E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A

Quick Start

This section’s instructions are based on the assumption that your new HX1 is pre-configured and

requires only accessory installation and a battery.

Use this guide as you would any other source book -- reading portions to learn about the HX1,

and then referring to it when you need more information about a particular subject. This guide

takes you through installation and operation of the LXE HX1.

In general, the sequence of events is:

1. Install a fully charged battery in the HX1.

2. Insert HX1 in a belt carry case.

3. Attach cables (antenna and RS-232) to the HX1 and close case.

4. Attach headset.

5. Turn the HX1 on.

6. Configure HX1 for network access (please see “HX1 Reference Guide”).

Components 5

E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A HX1 User’s Guide

Components

Top View

1. Suspend/Resume

Button with Power

LED

2. Reset Button

3. Battery Release

Button

4. Battery Pack

Figure 2 HX1 Components

End View

1. Antenna Connector

2. RS-232 Connector, 9 pin

3. RS-232 Connector, 25 pin

Figure 3 HX1 Connectors

6 About Lithium-Ion Batteries

HX1 User’s Guide E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A

About Lithium-Ion Batteries

Li-Ion batteries (like all batteries) gradually lose their capacity over time (in a linear fashion) and

never just stop working. This is important to remember – this mobile device is always ‘on’ even

when in the Suspend state and draws battery power at all times. Always replace the used main

battery with a fully charged main battery.

Figure 4 The HX1 Battery

Install Battery

The battery snaps into place on the HX1. Press the battery into place until a small click is heard

as the battery lip is captured by the latch.

Figure 5 Inserting the Battery Pack

About Lithium-Ion Batteries 7

E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A HX1 User’s Guide

The battery snaps into place when it is properly seated. It may be necessary to press on the end of

the battery to make sure it snaps into place.

Figure 6 Snap the Battery Pack into the HX1

To remove the battery, press the release button and lift the battery from the HX1.

Figure 7 Removing the Battery Pack

8 About Lithium-Ion Batteries

HX1 User’s Guide E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A

Changing the Battery

Note: Low battery warnings (if any) are provided by the application running on your HX1.

Please contact your System Administrator with any questions concerning low battery

warnings.

To change the HX1 battery:

1. Press and release the Suspend/Resume button.

2. Wait for the Power LED to go out. This occurs in about 1.5 seconds and indicates

the HX1 is in Suspend mode.

3. Press the battery release button and lift the depleted battery pack from the HX1, as

illustrated in the previous section.

4. Place the fresh battery in the HX1 and press down firmly until you hear a click, as

illustrated in the previous section.

5. The HX1 automatically powers On when the battery is inserted.

Note: The HX1 remains in Suspend mode for approximately seven minutes with the battery

pack removed. If a fresh battery pack is not inserted within this time period, the HX1

resets when the battery pack is inserted. If the HX1 resets, you may need to contact your

System Administrator for setup instructions.

Battery Care Procedures

When the HX1 is not in use, do not allow the battery to discharge. Units should be stored with a

fully charged battery. Once a fresh battery is installed, place the HX1 in Suspend mode before

placing it in storage.

During extended storage, it is a good idea to replace the battery in a stored HX1 with a fresh

battery at least once per month.

When changing users on the HX1 it is a good practice to also change the battery pack, even if the

battery pack appears to have plenty of charge remaining.

Lithium battery capacity is directly related to temperature at which the battery is stored and

operated. When possible, keep batteries cool and avoid high temperature areas.

The HX1 battery should be recalibrated once a month in the HX1 Multi-Charger. Please refer to

the “HX1 Multi-Charger User’s Guide” for more information on battery recalibration.

About Lithium-Ion Batteries 9

E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A HX1 User’s Guide

The HX1 Multi-Charger

The HX1 Multi-Charger had four charger bays. Each charger bay can be used to:

• Charge an HX1 Battery Pack in less than 3 hours.

• Recalibrate an HX1 Battery Pack (c1 cycle) an HX1 Battery Pack in about 8 hours

• Perform a Learn Cycle (c2 cycle) on an HX1 Battery Pack in about 16 hours.

Figure 8 The HX1 Multi-Charger

For information on the HX1 Multi-Charger, please refer to the HX1 Multi-

Charger User’s guide.

10 Attach Headset

HX1 User’s Guide E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A

Attach Headset

The headset consists of an earpiece, a microphone and an attached cable. The headset attaches to

the lower audio cable which attaches to the HX1.

1.

Quick Disconnect

Connector

1

2

2. 25 Pin RS-232

Connector

Figure 9 Lower Audio Cable

Align the 25 pin RS-232 end of the adapter cable with the 25 pin RS-232 port on the HX1. Seat

the connector firmly over the pins and turn the thumbscrews in a clockwise direction. Do not over

tighten.

Note: If using the HX1 in the belt carrying case, be sure to properly route the cable through the

opening in the end of the carrying case. Please see “Belt Carrying Case” later in this

section for more information.

Figure 10 Headset

The headset assembly has a quick connect end to attach to the quick connect end of the adapter

cable. Align the connectors and push the cable ends together until they lock in place.

Note: The HX1 offers a choice of headsets. The single ear headset with microphone is shown.

Attach Headset 11

E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A HX1 User’s Guide

Adjust Microphone and Secure Cable

Do not twist the microphone boom when adjusting the microphone.

The microphone should be adjusted to be about two finger widths from your mouth.

Make sure the microphone is pointed at your mouth (the TALK label is oriented toward your

mouth).

The microphone cable can be routed over or under clothing.

Under Clothing

• Leave the cable exposed only at the top of the collar.

• Be sure to leave a small loop of cable to allow movement of your head

Over Clothing

• Use clothing clips to hold the cable close to your body.

• Tuck the cable under the belt, but leave a small loop where it goes under the belt.

• Do not wear the cable on the front of your body. It may get in your way or get

caught on protruding objects.

12 Belt Carrying Case

HX1 User’s Guide E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A

Belt Carrying Case

The HX1 mounts in a belt carrying case. The case consists of two zippered compartments. The

smaller zippered compartment holds the battery end of the HX1.

The larger zippered compartment houses the body of the HX1. Extra room is provided for cable

connectors on the end of the HX1 and a slot is provided on the end of the case to allow the cables

to exit the case. Elastic straps are provided to hold the antenna in place.

Figure 11 The Belt Carrying Case

The case also has an adjustable belt, allowing the HX1 to be mounted around the user’s waist.

To install the HX1 in the case:

1. Place the HX1 in the belt carrying case.

2. Place the antenna element into the elastic straps provided on the lid portion of the

larger pouch.

Figure 12 HX1 and Antenna in Case

3. Connect all cables to the HX1. Cables attached to the RS-232 ports are routed out of

the case through a cable slot in the end of the carrying case.

Belt Carrying Case 13

E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A HX1 User’s Guide

4. Close the compartments. A zipper is provided for each compartment to secure the

HX1.

5. When the HX1 is installed in the belt carrying case, the battery can be accessed by

unzipping only the small compartment.

6. Adjust the straps to fit the user’s waist.

Figure 13 Adjusting the Belt

14 Powering On the HX1

HX1 User’s Guide E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A

Powering On the HX1

The HX1 automatically powers On when a new battery pack is inserted.

The HX1 has three power modes:

• On – The HX1 is on and all functions are available. The On state is indicated by the

Power LED being lit. The HX1 enters the On state when a battery pack is inserted

or when the Suspend/Resume button is pressed to wake the HX1 from Suspend

mode. When the HX1 enters the On state, the user may hear voice prompts

indicating the device is ready for use.

• Suspend – The HX1 is using minimum power to maintain system settings. User

input is not accepted in this state. The HX1 is automatically placed into Suspend

when the battery level drops to 5%. A user can place the HX1 in Suspend mode by

pressing and releasing the Suspend/Resume button when the HX1 is On. To exit

Suspend mode, install a fresh battery (if the battery charge is below 5%) or press and

release the Suspend/Resume button (if the battery charge is greater than 5%). The

user does not receive any voice instructions from the HX1 in Suspend.

• Off – The HX1 enters the Off state when there is no battery power available. When

a fresh battery is installed, the HX1 transitions to the On state. However, the HX1

has reset and it may be necessary to contact your System Administrator for setup

assistance.

Suspend /Resume Button

The Suspend /Resume button can be used to suspend or resume the HX1. It can also be used to

reset the HX1.

• When the HX1 is on, pressing and releasing the Suspend / Resume button places the

HX1 in Suspend mode. In approximately 1.5 seconds, the Power LED goes out

indicating the HX1 is in Suspend mode.

• When the HX1 is in Suspend mode, pressing and releasing the Suspend / Resume

button resumes the HX1.

• Pressing and holding the Suspend / Resume button for more than eight seconds

resets the HX1.

Note: The HX1 automatically enters the Suspend state when the battery level reaches 5%

power remaining. The HX1 remains in Suspend state until the user installs a fresh

battery pack. If a user does not install a fresh battery pack before the battery pack is

depleted, the HX1 resets when the fresh battery pack is installed.

Power LED

The Power LED is built into the Suspend / Resume switch. The color and behavior of the

POWER LED indicated the status of the HX1:

• Green light, blinking once every three seconds – Indicates the HX1 is receiving a

software upgrade.

• Green light, blinking once per second – Indicates the HX1 has started the browser.

• Green light, on solid – The green light remains on solid for approximately 30

seconds after the HX1 has booted. Once the browser has loaded the light blinks

once per second.

Powering On the HX1 15

E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A HX1 User’s Guide

• Red light, blinking rapidly – Indicates an error has occurred during the system

install.

• No lights – Indicates the HX1 is either in Suspend mode or has no battery power.

• Alternate Red and Green blinking light – Indicates the HX1 is out of range.

Resetting the HX1

!

Consult your System Administrator before resetting the HX1. It may be

necessary for the System Administrator to assist you with setup after resetting the

HX1.

Method 1

1. Remove the battery from the HX1 while it is powered On.

2. Wait for the power light to go out.

3. Put the battery back in the HX1. The HX1 automatically resets when the battery is

inserted.

Method 2

1. Press and hold the Suspend/Resume button for more than eight seconds.

2. When the Power LED stops flashing and lights solid green, the HX1 has been reset.

Method 3

1. Press and release the Suspend /Resume button to place the HX1 in Suspend mode.

2. Wait for the power LED to go out.

3. Press the Reset button. A cold hardware reset of the unit is performed.

Note: Pressing the Reset button while the HX1 is On (not in Suspend mode) can

result in loss of data.

16 Entering Data

HX1 User’s Guide E-EQ-HX1OGWW-A

Entering Data

All data is entered into the HX1 by speaking into the headset’s microphone when prompted. The

HX1 transmits data the voice data to the server automatically.

Please contact your System Administrator if assistance is needed with the voice software installed

on your HX1.

Getting Help

All LXE manuals are now available on one CD and they can also be viewed/downloaded

from the LXE website. Contact your LXE representative to obtain the LXE Manuals CD.

You can also get help from LXE by calling the telephone numbers listed on the LXE Manuals

CD, in the file titled “Contacting LXE”. This information is also available on the LXE website

www.lxe.com.

Explanations of terms and acronyms used in this guide are located in the file titled “Glossary” on

the LXE Manuals CD.

Manuals and Accessories

Manuals

The following manuals are available on the LXE Manuals CD:

• HX1 Multi-Charger User’s Guide

• HX1 Reference Guide

• Contacting LXE

• LXE Technical Glossary

Page is loading ...

LXE HX1 User manual

LXE HX1 User manual

Related papers

Other documents