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MX1 Intrinsically Safe
Reference Guide
I-safe rating is voided if the MX1-IS device is opened or modified in the field. Removing
any leather covering in an I-safe environment also voids the I-safe rating.
Copyright © December 2006 by LXE Inc.
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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 document and to make
changes to it from time to time without any obligation to notify any person or organization of such revision or
changes.
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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.
NOTICE: Changes to this document require LXE Regulatory Engineering Approval.
Revision Notice
Notices Added WEEE statement. Added registered trademark mark to LXE and Spire.
Chapter 1 – Introduction Accessories: Added MX1ISA382BATT and note (Battery part number is
country specific. Check with your LXE Representative when ordering
replacement batteries for the MX1-IS.)
Appendix B – Technical
Specifications
Added “Revision History”.
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1
Introduction ............................................................................................................... 1
When to Use This Guide........................................................................................... 2
Document Conventions ............................................................................................................3
Getting Started .......................................................................................................... 4
MX1-IS Components ................................................................................................. 5
The Protective Case ..................................................................................................................5
The Pistol Grip Handle .............................................................................................................5
Insert I-Safe Main Battery Pack ...............................................................................................6
Power On and Off.....................................................................................................................7
Turn On the MX1-IS ..............................................................................................................7
Turn Off the MX1-IS .............................................................................................................7
Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................................7
Adjust Display and Volume...................................................................................... 8
Set The Display Contrast..........................................................................................................8
Full Alpha-Numeric ...............................................................................................................8
Numeric-Alpha Keypad .........................................................................................................8
Set The Beeper Volume............................................................................................................9
Full Alpha-Numeric ...............................................................................................................9
Numeric-Alpha Keypad .........................................................................................................9
Intrinsically Safe Endcap........................................................................................ 10
Scanner Endcap Indicators .....................................................................................................10
Data Entry................................................................................................................
11
Keypad Entry..........................................................................................................................11
Scanner Entry..........................................................................................................................
11
Getting Help.............................................................................................................
12
Manuals...................................................................................................................................12
Accessories .............................................................................................................................12
CHAPTER 2 PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION AND LAYOUT 13
Hardware Configuration ......................................................................................... 13
System Hardware....................................................................................................................13
Central Processing Unit ..........................................................................................................14
AT Compatible Core Logic ....................................................................................................14
System Memory......................................................................................................................
14
Upper Memory Block.............................................................................................................
14
Internal Flash Array................................................................................................................14
Video Subsystem ....................................................................................................................
14
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Power Supply..........................................................................................................................14
COM 1 Port.............................................................................................................................15
PCMCIA Slot..........................................................................................................................15
Physical Controls.................................................................................................... 16
On/Off Switch.........................................................................................................................
16
Critical Suspend Mode and the Off Timer ...........................................................................
16
Power Status and the Status LED ...........................................................................................17
Power Management and the Keypad....................................................................................17
Suspend State .......................................................................................................................18
Critical Suspend State ..........................................................................................................18
Display .....................................................................................................................
19
Icons........................................................................................................................................
19
Display and Display Backlight Timer ....................................................................................20
Panning ...................................................................................................................................
21
Full Alpha-Numeric Keypad (60 keys)................................................................................
21
Numeric-Alpha Keypad (41 keys) .......................................................................................21
Cleaning the Display/Scanner Aperture .................................................................................21
Keypads................................................................................................................... 22
Key Functions.........................................................................................................................23
Scan Key Function ...............................................................................................................23
Enter Key Function ..............................................................................................................23
Field Exit Key Function (IBM 5250 Only)..........................................................................23
Arrow / Cursor Key Function...............................................................................................24
2nd Key Function .................................................................................................................24
CTRL Key Function.............................................................................................................24
ALT Key Function ...............................................................................................................24
SHFT Key Function .............................................................................................................24
SPC Key Function................................................................................................................25
Mode Key Functions ............................................................................................................25
CAPS Mode ................................................................................................................................... 25
Alpha to Numeric Toggle with A / # ............................................................................................. 25
Reset Key Sequence ...............................................................................................................25
Endcaps................................................................................................................... 26
COM1 / COM2 .......................................................................................................................26
Scanner Endcaps.....................................................................................................................
26
Scanner Endcap LEDs and Beeper.......................................................................................
26
Miscellaneous Connectors..................................................................................... 27
Handle Contacts......................................................................................................................27
C
HAPTER 3 POWER SUPPLY 29
Introduction ............................................................................................................. 29
LXE Docking Cradles and the MX1-IS ...................................................................
29
About Lithium-Ion Batteries................................................................................... 29
Main Battery Pack ...................................................................................................
30
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MULTI-charger ......................................................................................................................30
Low Battery Warning .............................................................................................................31
Status LED and the Battery ....................................................................................................31
Handling Batteries Safely....................................................................................... 31
Battery Maintenance Publication............................................................................................
31
C
HAPTER 4 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 33
Introduction ............................................................................................................. 33
Installed Software ................................................................................................... 33
Drive C Internal Flash Array ..................................................................................................33
Software Loaded on Drive C ..................................................................................................34
Directory Listing.....................................................................................................................35
C Root Directory ..................................................................................................................35
\AGENT ...............................................................................................................................36
\DOS Files ............................................................................................................................36
\PCMCIA Files.....................................................................................................................37
\UTILS .................................................................................................................................38
Terminal Emulation Directories...........................................................................................39
Radio-Specific Subdirectory...................................................................................................40
\PCTCP (2.4GHz Radio Specific Files)...............................................................................40
LXE 900MHz Radio Files....................................................................................................40
Sample AUTOEXEC.BAT File..............................................................................................41
For 900MHz Radio...............................................................................................................41
For 2.4GHz Radio (with ANSI Plus) ...................................................................................41
Sample CONFIG.SYS File.....................................................................................................42
Radio NET.CFG Files ............................................................................................................43
Lucent Radio NET.CFG File ...............................................................................................43
Proxim Radio NET.CFG File...............................................................................................43
Sample SOCKET.CFG File....................................................................................................44
LXE DOS Terminal Emulations .............................................................................. 46
Introduction ............................................................................................................................
46
DOS Terminal Emulation User Defined Stored Forms..........................................................47
Dual Terminal Emulation .......................................................................................................47
TE Selection Menu...............................................................................................................
47
Exiting Terminal Emulators.................................................................................................
47
Menu Customization ............................................................................................................47
Avalanche ................................................................................................................ 48
Minimum Software Baseline ..................................................................................................48
Upgrading the MX1-IS...........................................................................................................
48
Directory Structure .................................................................................................................48
\AGENT ...............................................................................................................................49
\AVA ....................................................................................................................................
49
\APPS ...................................................................................................................................
49
\APPS\AVAF .......................................................................................................................49
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BIOS Setup .............................................................................................................. 50
Accessing the BIOS Setup......................................................................................................50
BIOS Setup Default Values by Option...................................................................................50
Using the Keypad ...................................................................................................................51
Main Menu Options................................................................................................................
52
Main Menu Parameters ........................................................................................................
52
Parameter Changes...............................................................................................................52
Time............................................................................................................................................... 52
Date................................................................................................................................................ 53
Boot................................................................................................................................................ 53
Setup Msg ...................................................................................................................................... 53
Post Msg ........................................................................................................................................ 54
Summary........................................................................................................................................ 55
Advanced Menu Options ........................................................................................................56
Parameter List ......................................................................................................................
56
Power Management..............................................................................................................
57
Power Mgt...................................................................................................................................... 57
CPU and Suspend Timers and RF Communication ...................................................................................57
CPU................................................................................................................................................ 57
Custom Setting ...........................................................................................................................................58
Disp BL.......................................................................................................................................... 58
Disp BL.......................................................................................................................................... 58
Display ........................................................................................................................................... 58
Suspend.......................................................................................................................................... 59
Off Timer ....................................................................................................................................... 60
Docked PM .................................................................................................................................... 61
Touch Wake................................................................................................................................... 61
Power Key...................................................................................................................................... 61
Troubleshooting .........................................................................................................................................62
Keyboard ..............................................................................................................................62
Caps ............................................................................................................................................... 62
NumLock ....................................................................................................................................... 62
Rpt Delay ....................................................................................................................................... 62
Rpt Rate ......................................................................................................................................... 63
CtlAltDel........................................................................................................................................ 63
Other.....................................................................................................................................63
Font ................................................................................................................................................ 63
COM1 Pin9 .................................................................................................................................... 63
Exit Menu Options..................................................................................................................64
Save and Exit........................................................................................................................64
Exit w/o Save .......................................................................................................................
64
Load Defaults .......................................................................................................................
64
Load Previous.......................................................................................................................64
Save Changes .......................................................................................................................
64
C
HAPTER 5 UTILITIES 65
Introduction ............................................................................................................. 65
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LXE Diagnostics...................................................................................................... 66
Display Utility (DISP35.EXE) ...............................................................................................66
Keyboard Utility (KEY2335.EXE) ........................................................................................66
Parameter Auto-Detect Utility (PARAM35.EXE) .................................................................67
Set An API Function (SETAPI_4.EXE).................................................................................
68
The NED ASCII Text Editor.....................................................................................
69
NED Default Hot Keys...........................................................................................................70
CHAPTER 6 RF NETWORK CONFIGURATION 71
Introduction ............................................................................................................. 71
SNMP DOS Agent.................................................................................................... 71
Avalanche ................................................................................................................
71
NET.CFG Parameters..............................................................................................
71
Lucent Parameters ..................................................................................................................71
Link Support.........................................................................................................................71
Protocol ................................................................................................................................72
WaveLAN_Network_Name.................................................................................................72
Station_Name .......................................................................................................................72
AP_Distance.........................................................................................................................72
Microwave _Robustness ......................................................................................................72
Transmit_Rate ......................................................................................................................73
Medium_Reservation ...........................................................................................................73
Card_Power_Management ...................................................................................................73
Maximum_Sleep_Duration ..................................................................................................73
Receive_All_Multicasts .......................................................................................................73
Enable_Encryption ...............................................................................................................74
Transmit_Key_ID.................................................................................................................74
Proxim Parameters..................................................................................................................75
Link Support.........................................................................................................................
75
Protocol ................................................................................................................................
75
Int .........................................................................................................................................
75
Port .......................................................................................................................................75
Mem#1 (ODI).......................................................................................................................75
Domain .................................................................................................................................75
Station_type..........................................................................................................................
75
Socket ...................................................................................................................................
75
Initialize_365........................................................................................................................75
Inactivity_min ......................................................................................................................
76
Inactivity_sec .......................................................................................................................76
Channel.................................................................................................................................
76
Subchannel ...........................................................................................................................
76
Mac_optimize.......................................................................................................................
76
Roam_config ........................................................................................................................76
Peer_to_peer.........................................................................................................................
76
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SOCKETS TCP/IP Stack.......................................................................................... 77
Introduction ............................................................................................................................77
Bootp ....................................................................................................................................77
DHCP ...................................................................................................................................77
Setting SOCKETS.CFG Parameters.......................................................................................
78
Set IP Address ......................................................................................................................
78
Set ARP INIT .......................................................................................................................78
Set Interface..........................................................................................................................78
Set Router IP (Gateway only) ..............................................................................................78
Set Domain Name Server.....................................................................................................78
Display IP Address...............................................................................................................78
Options .................................................................................................................................79
SOCKET.CFG Parameters .....................................................................................................79
domain..................................................................................................................................79
iface ......................................................................................................................................80
interface................................................................................................................................80
ip...........................................................................................................................................83
param....................................................................................................................................84
route......................................................................................................................................86
tcp .........................................................................................................................................88
CHAPTER 7 TROUBLESHOOTING 91
Problem Determination Tips .................................................................................. 91
Startup Problems .................................................................................................... 93
Bypassing the Configuration Files .........................................................................................93
Verifying Boot Order..............................................................................................................93
Missing COMMAND.COM ...................................................................................................94
Setting System Time and Date ...............................................................................................94
Hardware Problems ................................................................................................ 95
Power Source..........................................................................................................................
95
Keypad....................................................................................................................................95
Display....................................................................................................................................96
The Display has Turned Dark or Very Light .......................................................................96
Hard Disk Drive......................................................................................................................
97
IRQ Assignments .................................................................................................................
97
Radio Problems....................................................................................................... 98
Software Related Problems....................................................................................
99
IP Stack...................................................................................................................................99
Memory .................................................................................................................. 100
Conventional Memory..........................................................................................................
100
Extended Memory ................................................................................................................
100
System Testing ..................................................................................................... 101
Power On Self Test (POST) .................................................................................................
101
POST Error Messages...........................................................................................................101
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Messages Probably Requiring Repair...................................................................................101
POST Beep Codes ................................................................................................................102
If You Need Further Assistance........................................................................... 102
APPENDIX A KEY MAPS 103
Full Alpha-Numeric Key Map (60 Key)................................................................. 103
Full Alpha-Numeric Key Map 101-Key Equivalencies for Batch Units..............................103
IBM 3270 and TN3270 Terminal Emulator Keypad............................................................108
IBM 5250 and TN5250 Terminal Emulator Keypad............................................................108
Numeric-Alpha Key Map (41 Key)........................................................................ 109
Numeric-Alpha Key Map 101-Key Equivalencies for Batch Units .....................................109
A
PPENDIX B TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 115
Physical Specifications ........................................................................................ 115
Regulatory Classifications ................................................................................... 116
Environmental Specifications.............................................................................. 116
Display Specifications.......................................................................................... 117
Radio Specifications............................................................................................. 117
PCMCIA 900 MHz Type III (Obsolete)...............................................................................117
PCMCIA 2.4 GHz Type II – LXE 6500 Series ....................................................................117
Revision History.................................................................................................... 118
APPENDIX C COMMANDS 119
Introduction ........................................................................................................... 119
REMDISK, REMSERV, PRINT, SYS.COM and the MX1-IS.................................. 119
ROM-DOS Commands .......................................................................................... 119
ANSI.SYS.............................................................................................................................
120
ATTRIB.EXE .......................................................................................................................121
CHKDSK.EXE .....................................................................................................................
122
COMMAND.COM...............................................................................................................
123
DELTREE.EXE....................................................................................................................
124
FORMAT.COM....................................................................................................................
125
HIMEM.SYS ........................................................................................................................127
MEM.EXE ............................................................................................................................
128
MODE.COM ........................................................................................................................129
MORE.COM.........................................................................................................................
130
NED.EXE and NED.CFG.....................................................................................................
131
NED Default Hot Keys ......................................................................................................
133
PRINT.COM.........................................................................................................................134
REMDISK.EXE....................................................................................................................
135
REMSERV.EXE...................................................................................................................
137
SYS.COM.............................................................................................................................
139
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VER ......................................................................................................................................140
XCOPY.COM.......................................................................................................................141
ROM-DOS 6.22 Command Summary................................................................... 142
INDEX 147
Illustrations
Figure 1-1 The MX1-IS Hand Held Computer....................................................................................................1
Figure 1-2 Components........................................................................................................................................
5
Figure 1-3 Open Battery Door .............................................................................................................................
6
Figure 1-4 Inserting Battery Pack ........................................................................................................................
6
Figure 1-5 Location of the Power Button ............................................................................................................
7
Figure 1-6 Scanner Endcap................................................................................................................................
10
Figure 1-7 Scanner Endcap LEDs and Beeper...................................................................................................
10
Figure 1-8 Scan Beam........................................................................................................................................
11
Figure 2-1 System Hardware .............................................................................................................................
13
Figure 2-2 Location of the Power (PWR) Button ..............................................................................................
16
Figure 2-3 Power Status and the Status LED.....................................................................................................
17
Figure 2-4 MX1-IS Display...............................................................................................................................
19
Figure 2-5 Keypads............................................................................................................................................
22
Figure 2-6 Three Special Use Keypads..............................................................................................................
23
Figure 2-7 Scanner Endcap LEDs and Beeper...................................................................................................
26
Figure 2-8 Handle Contacts ...............................................................................................................................
27
Figure 3-1 Battery Compartment .......................................................................................................................
29
Figure 3-2 Battery and Battery Charging Cup ...................................................................................................
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Chapter 1 Introduction
Introduction
The LXE® model MX1 Intrinsically Safe (MX1-IS) Hand Held Computer is a rugged, portable,
hand-held computer capable of wireless data communications. The MX1-IS can transmit
information using either a 900 MHz or 2.4 GHz radio. The MX1-IS has a mandatory protective
leather case and pistol grip handle. The leather protective case allows the scanner aperture,
scanner status indicators, system status indicator, display, keypad and pistol grip trigger to be
accessible to the user. The Main Battery Pack can be removed and replaced without removing the
leather case or the pistol grip handle.
Note:
When your MX1-IS is ordered, the radio card and
endcap are assembled by LXE to your specifications.
At the end of the manufacturing process, the
contents of the MX1-IS are sealed. Access to any
internal components by the user is prohibited.
Figure 1-1 The MX1-IS Hand Held Computer
Note: Although there is an IR window and four battery charger connectors on the bottom of the
MX1-IS device, these capabilities are non-powered and non-functional. There is no
backup battery in the MX1-IS device.
The MX1-IS is a DOS compatible computer designed to run software applications such as LXE’s
Terminal Emulator applications (ANSI Plus, LDS Plus, DOS 5250, DOS 3270, TN3270 and
TN5250).
The heart of the MX1-IS is an Intel® 486 processor that is PC compatible. It features a graphics
screen with electroluminescent backlight. The keypad is constructed of a phosphorescent material
that needs no backlighting. The high-impact plastic case is designed to withstand multiple drops in
an industrial environment.
The MX1-IS can be stored in a non-powered docking station on a desk or a vehicle.
Note: The 900MHz radio is obsolete. Terminal emulators requiring 900MHz radios are
obsolete as of June 2005 (e.g. 3270 DOS TE, 5250 DOS TE).
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When to Use This Guide
As the reference for MX1-IS computer, this guide provides detailed information on its features
and functionality. Use this reference guide as you would any other source book -- reading portions
to learn about the MX1-IS, and then referring to it when you need more information about a
particular subject. This guide takes you through all aspects of the installation and configuration of
the hand held device.
This chapter, “Introduction”, briefly describes this reference guide structure, contains setup and
installation instruction, and briefly describes data entry processes.
Chapter 2 “Physical Description and Layout”, describes the function and layout of the
configuration, controls and connectors on the MX1-IS.
Chapter 3 “Power Supply” describes the power sources and battery charging stations.
Chapter 4 “System Configuration” takes you through the BIOS Setup and memory maps, the
MX1-IS file structure, describes LXE’s Terminal Emulation programs compatible with the MX1-
IS and contains instructions for panning the display.
Chapter 5 “Utilities” explains the function of MX1-IS specific utilities.
Chapter 6 “RF Network Configuration” describes the functions and delivers instruction on
changing RF networked radio configurations.
Chapter 7 “Troubleshooting” solutions are split into several areas. The solution may be found in
one area or it may be a combination of the solutions in several areas. This chapter also contains
POST messages and run time messages.
Appendix A “Key Maps” describes the keypress sequences for the different keypads – the full
alpha-numeric keypads (ANSI, 3270, 5250) and the numeric-alpha keypad.
Appendix B “Technical Specifications” lists technical specifications for physical,
environmental, display and the radios.
Appendix C “Commands” presents a listing and description of ROM-DOS command files and
PCMCIA card management files.
The “MX1 Intrinsically Safe User’s Guide” provides general user operating instructions,
safety instructions, warnings, and regulatory compliance information important for the safe
operation and use of the MX1-IS Hand Held Computer within hazardous environments.
If you need to set up the integrated scanner barcode reading parameters, please refer to the
“Integrated Scanner Programming Guide” on the LXE Manuals CD or the LXE website
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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 operator’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 a imminent hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
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Getting Started
When your MX1-IS is pre-configured, the radio card and endcap are assembled
by LXE to your specifications. At the end of the manufacturing process, the
contents of the MX1-IS are sealed. Access to any internal components by the
user is inhibited.
This section’s instructions are based on the assumption that your new system is pre-configured
and requires only a power source.
In general, the sequence of events is:
1. Insert a fully charged Main Battery Pack.
2. Power the MX1-IS on.
3. Configure the software.
Note: New batteries must be fully charged prior to use. This process takes approximately three
hours per battery. MXI-IS batteries are charged using the LXE MX1-IS MULTI-charger.
Refer to the documentation received with the MULTI-charger for operating
instruction and technical information.
If you need to set up the integrated scanner barcode reading parameters, please
refer to the “Integrated Scanner Programming Guide” on the LXE Manuals CD or
the LXE website www.lxe.com.
Important – LXE manufactures a device physically similar to the MX1 Intrinsically Safe
Hand Held Computer (MX1-IS). Do not place MX1-IS Main Battery Packs in any battery
charging device not specifically designed for the MX1-IS battery pack. Also, the MX1-IS
device is not compatible with the LXE MX1 Main Battery Packs.
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1. Endcap
2. Scan Indicators
3. Beeper
4. Status Indicator
5. Display
6. Scan Buttons
7. Keypad
8. Power Button
1. Scan Aperture
2. Warning Label
3. Safety Ratings
Label
4. Handle
Contacts
5. Main Battery
Pack Cover
Latch
MX1-IS Front MX1-IS Back
Figure 1-2 Components
The Protective Case
The protective case is constructed of leather. The case must be used at all times to prevent static
buildup in a hazardous environment.
The Pistol Grip Handle
The handle enables the user of the MX1-IS to hold the unit while pointing and activating the laser
scanner with one hand. Pressing the trigger activates the scanner and functions the same as the
SCAN key on the keypad. With the handle installed the SCAN key on the keypad remains active.
The trigger duplicates the operation.
The handle is built of a durable and flexible plastic that may detach from the MX1-IS if the unit is
dropped. The handle will not detach completely because the protective case is covering the
handle.
Although the handle is removable, it must always be installed with it's leather grip to prevent
static buildup in hazardous environments.
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Insert I-Safe Main Battery Pack
Important: Do not store replacement I-Safe batteries and/or MULTI-chargers in hazardous
locations.
Note: New batteries must be charged prior to first use. This process takes approximately three
hours in an LXE I-Safe MULTI-charger.
Note: The MX1-IS battery may be exchanged with a fully charged battery in a hazardous
location. The MX1-IS must be powered off before opening the Battery Door.
Figure 1-3 Open Battery Door
The MX1-IS battery compartment is located on the lower rear of the computer. Unfasten the
protective leather cover. Open the Battery Compartment door by pressing down on the door latch
slide tab at the top of the compartment. Remove the battery door.
There is no need to remove the pistol grip handle or the protective leather cover.
1. Battery Contacts
2. Battery Pack Tab
Figure 1-4 Inserting Battery Pack
This illustration shows the battery compartment with the door removed. The Battery Contacts (1)
provide the electrical link between the battery pack and the computer. Care should be used when
inserting or removing the battery pack so that damage does not occur to the contacts. If damage
does occur, cease using the unit until inspection or repair can be performed by a qualified
technician.
The Main Battery Pack should be inserted tab end (2) first so that the tab mates with the hole at
the top of the battery compartment. The battery will then lay inside the battery compartment but
will not be secure. To secure the battery, the battery compartment door must be in place and the
door latch locked. This provides the pressure necessary to hold the battery pack in place.
Note: There is no backup battery in the MX1-IS device.
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Power On and Off
Turn On the MX1-IS
Press the Power button until the display turns on. The power button is located at the bottom of the
keypad.
Figure 1-5 Location of the Power Button
Note: The IR window and four battery charger connectors are present, but they are non-
powered and non-functional.
When the MX1-IS is powered on, the display will begin scrolling power-on information as
software and drivers are loaded. When the display has stopped scrolling and a DOS C: prompt is
displayed or an application begins, the power on sequence is complete.
Turn Off the MX1-IS
Press and hold the Power button down. The unit will emit three short beeps and one long beep.
After the long beep the MX1-IS will power down. The Power button and the display will turn off.
The Power key function is configured in the BIOS Setup.
Note: Quickly tapping the Power button will place the MX1-IS operating system in Suspend
mode.
Troubleshooting
If the MX1-IS will not turn off , force a Power Off by holding the Power key down for 15 seconds
and the MX1-IS will power off. Locate and correct the problem before powering the MX1-IS
back on – e.g. very low battery power, radio conflict, unexpected software application result, etc.
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Adjust Display and Volume
Set The Display Contrast
Adjusting screen contrast lightens or darkens the characters on the screen to make them visible at
a comfortable level. The contrast is incremented or decremented one step each time the contrast
key is pressed.
Full Alpha-Numeric
The full alpha-numeric keypad does not have a contrast key legend. Adjust the display contrast by
pressing the:
• 2
nd
key, then the Shft key then the <C> key to enter Contrast change mode.
• Use the Up Arrow and Down Arrow keys to adjust contrast until the display lightens or
darkens to your satisfaction.
Press the Enter key to exit this mode.
Numeric-Alpha Keypad
To adjust screen contrast, locate the <F11> key at the bottom of the keypad. Adjust the
display contrast by pressing the:
• 2
nd
key, then the <F11> key
• Use the Up Arrow and Down Arrow keys to adjust contrast until the display lightens or
darkens to your satisfaction.
Press the Enter key to exit this mode.
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Set The Beeper Volume
Note: An application may override the control of the beeper volume.
The audible alert or “beeper” volume can be adjusted to a comfortable level for the user. The
volume is increased or decreased one step each time the volume key is pressed.
Full Alpha-Numeric
The full alpha-numeric keypad does not have a Volume key legend. Adjust the beeper volume by
pressing the:
• 2
nd
key, then the Shft key then the <V> key to enter Volume change mode.
• Use the Up Arrow and Down Arrow keys to adjust contrast until the beeper volume is
satisfactory.
Press the Enter key to exit this mode.
Numeric-Alpha Keypad
To adjust the beeper volume, locate the <F12> key at the bottom of the keypad. Adjust
the beeper volume by pressing the:
• 2
nd
key, then the <F12> key
• Use the Up Arrow and Down Arrow keys to adjust contrast until the beeper volume is
satisfactory.
Press the Enter key to exit this mode.
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Intrinsically Safe Endcap
The MX1-IS can be configured with several different laser scan-range endcaps. Endcaps are
mounted on the top of the computer case and contain the beeper and scan engine. The endcap port
is designated as COM 1.
Read all cautions, warnings and labels before using the scanner.
Several scanner endcaps are available with the MX1-IS depending on the application. They
consist of a High Performance, Long Range, and Advanced Long Range scanner endcaps.
Externally they appear identical with the same indicators. Barcode scanner operation varies
depending upon the application but, once enabled, the scanners are activated by pressing either the
“Scan” button on the keypad or pulling the trigger on the handle.
Figure 1-6 Scanner Endcap
The range of a scanner is dependent upon many outside influences including size of the barcode,
quality of the barcode printing, material the barcode is printed on, and angle of the scanner endcap
relative to the barcode label. Any of these factors may result in having to re-scan the label from a
different distance or angle.
Scanner Endcap Indicators
Read all cautions, warnings and labels before using the scanner endcaps.
1 – Laser On Indicator
2 – Beeper
3 – Good Read Indicator
Figure 1-7 Scanner Endcap LEDs and Beeper
The left LED (1 - Laser On Indicator) on the top of the laser barcode endcap illuminates red,
indicating laser emission when the laser beam is being emitted. Following a good read, the right
LED (3 - Good Read Indicator) flashes green, indicating a successful scan. Beeps may be heard
after a good read, depending on the application running on the MX1-IS.
The laser automatically turns off after a successful read and is ready to scan again when the Scan
key (or the trigger) is pressed.
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