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Skorpio™ X4 with Windows Embedded Compact 7

Rugged Mobile Computer with 1D/2D Imager

User’s Manual
Datalogic S.r.l.
Via San Vitalino 13
40012 Calderara di Reno (BO)
Italy
Tel. +39 051 3147011
Fax +39 051 3147205

©2017-2018 Datalogic S.p.A. and/or its affiliates


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See www.patents.datalogic.com for patents list.
Table of Contents
Introduction ....................................................................... 1
Conventions ..................................................................................1
Product Presentation ..................................................................2
Available Models ..........................................................................3
Americas Models ..................................................................3
Europe and Row Models .....................................................6
Out of the Box ...............................................................................9
General View .............................................................................. 10
Front View .......................................................................... 10
Back View ........................................................................... 11
Top View ............................................................................. 12
Bottom View ...................................................................... 12
Accessories ................................................................................ 13
Battery ............................................................................. 17
Install the Battery ..................................................................... 17
Charge the Battery .................................................................... 18
Charge with USB ................................................................ 18
Charge with the Single Slot Dock ..................................... 19
Replace the Battery .................................................................. 21
SD Card ............................................................................ 27
Install the MicroSD Card ........................................................... 27
Getting Started ............................................................... 29
Power On .................................................................................... 29
Desktop Window ....................................................................... 30
Taskbar ............................................................................... 31

User’s Manual i
Using the Stylus Pen .........................................................32
WEC7 Touch Screen Calibration .......................................33
Keyboards ...................................................................................35
Full-alphanumeric Keyboard (50 Keys) ...........................35
Alphanumeric Keyboard (38 Keys) ...................................37
Numeric Keyboard (28 Keys) .............................................39
Functional Keyboard (28 Keys) .........................................42
Insert the Terminal Emulation Overlay ...........................45
Resetting the Terminal ..............................................................46
Warm Boot ..........................................................................46
Clean Boot ...........................................................................47
LED Indicators ............................................................................48
Settings ............................................................................ 49
Control Panel ..............................................................................49
Data Capture Configuration ......................................................50
General Decoding Properties ............................................51
Symbology Settings ...........................................................58
Decoding Settings ..............................................................60
WCU (Wireless Configuration Utility) .......................................61
Create a New Profile ..........................................................62
Edit a Profile .......................................................................67
Delete a Profile ...................................................................67
Connect to a Profile ...........................................................68
Disconnect from a Profile ..................................................68
Browse Nearby Wireless Networks .................................69
Audio Settings ............................................................................71
Audio ...................................................................................71
Volume & Sounds ..............................................................72
Bluetooth® Manager Device Setup ..........................................73
Enable Bluetooth® .............................................................73
Connect to Other Bluetooth® Devices .............................75

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Configure or Unpair Bluetooth® Devices ........................ 79
Persistent Registry ................................................................... 80
Datalogic Applications ................................................... 83
DL Buttons ................................................................................. 83
Add a New Button ............................................................. 85
Triggers ............................................................................... 86
Application Switcher ......................................................... 87
Desktop Configuration Utility (DXU) ........................................ 88
How DXU Works ................................................................ 89
Installation ......................................................................... 90
Controls .............................................................................. 91
Simplified Deploy ............................................................... 97
Tasks ................................................................................. 109
Configuring SureLock and SureFox ............................... 135
Command Line DXU Execution ...................................... 138
Datalogic Desktop Utility ........................................................ 139
Administrative Options (Admin tab) ............................. 140
Locked Web Browser Options (LockedWeb Tab) ......... 144
Status Icons Options (Status Tab) ................................. 149
Windows Controls (Win Tab) .......................................... 150
AppSelector Options (AppSelect Tab) ............................ 152
App Selector (Application Selector) ....................................... 155
Locked Web Browser .............................................................. 156
Locked Web Browser Special Metatags ....................... 158
General Metatag Comments .......................................... 158
PAL and PAL Communicator .................................................. 163
Autostart .................................................................................. 164
Installing CAB Files ......................................................... 164
How AutoStart Uses Wceload ........................................ 165
Interactive CAB Install .................................................... 166
Autostart.ini ..................................................................... 167

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Tools .............................................................................. 173
Windows Embedded Compact 7 SDK ................................... 173
Prerequisites ................................................................... 173
Data Capture................................................................. 175
Imager 1D Data Capture ......................................................... 175
Imager 2D Data Capture ......................................................... 178
Connections .................................................................. 181
Windows Mobile® Device Center ................................... 181
USB Connection ....................................................................... 183
USB Direct Connection .................................................... 183
USB HandyLink™ Connection ......................................... 184
USB Dock Connection ..................................................... 185
Connection to USB Peripherals ............................................. 186
RS232 Connection ................................................................... 188
RS232 Dock Connection ................................................. 188
WLAN Connection ................................................................... 189
WPAN Connection ................................................................... 190
Wireless and Radio Frequencies Warnings ......................... 192
Technical Features ....................................................... 195
Technical Data ......................................................................... 195
Decode Distances .................................................................... 200
Skorpio X4 Imager 1D Linear CCD .................................. 200
Skorpio X4 Imager 2D ..................................................... 201
Test Codes..................................................................... 203
Maintenance................................................................. 211
Cleaning the Device ................................................................. 211
Dock Contacts Cleaning Procedure ............................... 211
Ergonomic Recommendations .............................................. 214
Safety and Regulatory Information ........................... 215
General Safety Rules .............................................................. 215
Power Supply ........................................................................... 216

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Laser Safety ............................................................................. 217
LED Class .................................................................................. 225
Marking and European Economic Area (EEA) ...................... 225
Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity .............................. 226
Statement of Compliance ....................................................... 226
Information for the User ................................................ 228
FCC/IC Labeling ....................................................................... 229
FCC Compliance ....................................................................... 229
ISED Compliance ...................................................................... 231
Radiofrequency Radiation Exposure Information ............... 233
Radio Technologies and Frequency Bands ........................... 234
Europe .............................................................................. 234
US and Canada ................................................................ 235
WEEE Compliance ................................................................... 236
Reference Documentation........................................... 239
Support Through the Website ................................................ 239
Technical Support through email or phone. ......................... 239
Warranty Terms and Conditions ........................................... 239
Glossary......................................................................... 241

User’s Manual v
NOTES

vi Skorpio™ X4
Introduction
Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
"Mobile computer" and "Skorpio X4" refer to Skorpio X4 mobile
computer.
"Single Dock" refers to the Skorpio X4 Single Slot Dock.
The label artworks may be only a draft. Refer to the product labels
for more precise information.

User’s Manual 1
Introduction

Product Presentation
Datalogic’s Skorpio X4 mobile computer represents an important
evolution for the extremely successful Skorpio product line of
compact mobile computers that has set a new standard in the
market! The strong commitment to the Retail market is confirmed,
while Skorpio X4 represents a reliable and rugged companion for
Manufacturing, Transportation & Logistics and Healthcare verticals
in all their typical warehousing applications. Skorpio X4 features an
all new architecture supporting tremendous speed improvements
with Windows Embedded Compact (WEC7), while also supporting an
easy migration path to Android.
Whether in department or specialty stores, in hyper stores and
supermarkets, convenience stores, grocery or DIY, Datalogic’s Skorpio
X4 mobile computer fits most any retail in-store requirement for
mobile data collection or validation. And with the optional pistol-
grip, this unit is also ready for the demanding back-end receiving and
warehousing environments as well!
The Skorpio X4 mobile computer is primarily used by the retail store
associate for traditional shop floor applications, but can also be used
for backend receiving activities.
Equipped with the largest high-visibility color graphics display (3.2
in.) in its class, the Skorpio X4 mobile computer helps users work
more efficiently. With a choice of Windows Embedded or Android™
Operating Systems, the Skorpio X4 mobile computer delivers the
ultimate in ergonomics, intuitive user interface, computing and data
capture technologies, combined with best-in-class ruggedness.

2 Skorpio™ X4
Introduction

Available Models
The Skorpio X4 is available in different models depending on the
options it is equipped with. All options are listed below:
• communication options: 802.11 a/b/g/n radio, Bluetooth®
• data capture options: 1D, 2D imager
• keyboard options: full-alphanumeric, alphanumeric, numeric
For further details about the Skorpio X4 models refer to the web
site:
http://www.datalogic.com.
For further information regarding WEC7 refer to the website:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsembedded.

Americas Models
WEC7 - Batch 1D
• 942500001 SKORPIO X4 000000TN0HN0W7
Skorpio X4 Handheld, Batch, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 28-Key
Numeric, Green Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows
Embedded Compact 7.
• 942500002 SKORPIO X4 000000TN0HS0W7
Skorpio X4 Handheld, Batch, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 38-Key
Functional, Green Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot,
Windows Embedded Compact 7.

WEC7 - Wi-Fi 1D Handheld


• 942550001 SKORPIO X4 00ANM4TN0HN0W7
Skorpio X4 Handheld, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4,
Bluetooth v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 28-Key Numeric, Green

User’s Manual 3
Introduction

Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded


Compact 7, FCC.
• 942550002 SKORPIO X4 00ANM4TN0HS0W7
Skorpio X4 Handheld, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4, Bluetooth
v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 38-Key Functional, Green Laser-like
1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded Compact 7, FCC.
• 942550003 SKORPIO X4 00ANM4TN0HF0W7
Skorpio X4 Handheld, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4, Bluetooth
v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 50-Key Full Alpha Numeric, Green
Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded
Compact 7, FCC.

EC7 - Wi-Fi 2D Handheld


• 942550004 SKORPIO X4 00ANM4HS0HN0W7
Skorpio X4 Handheld, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4, Bluetooth
v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 28-Key Numeric, White Illumination
2D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded Compact 7, FCC.
• 942550005 SKORPIO X4 00ANM4HS0HS0W7
Skorpio X4 Handheld, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4, Bluetooth
v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 38-Key Functional, White Illumination
2D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded Compact 7, FCC.
• 942550006 SKORPIO X4 00ANM4HS0HF0W7
Skorpio X4 Handheld, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4, Bluetooth
v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 50-Key Full Alpha Numeric, White
Illumination 2D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded
Compact 7, FCC.

WEC7 - Wi-Fi 1D Pistol Grip


• 942600001 SKORPIO X4 00ANM4TN0GN0W7

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Introduction

Skorpio X4 Pistol-grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4,


Bluetooth v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 28-Key Numeric, Green
Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded
Compact 7, FCC.
• 942600002 SKORPIO X4 00ANM4TN0GS0W7
Skorpio X4 Pistol-grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4,
Bluetooth v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 38-Key Functional, Green
Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded
Compact 7, FCC.
• 942600003 SKORPIO X4 00ANM4TN0GF0W7
Skorpio X4 Pistol-grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4,
Bluetooth v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 50-Key Full Alpha
Numeric, Green Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows
Embedded Compact 7, FCC.

WEC7 - Wi-Fi 2D Pistol Grip


• 942600004 SKORPIO X4 00ANM4HS0GN0W7
Skorpio X4 Pistol-grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4,
Bluetooth v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 28-Key Numeric, White
Illumination 2D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded
Compact 7, FCC.
• 942600005 SKORPIO X4 00ANM4HS0GS0W7
Skorpio X4 Pistol-grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4,
Bluetooth v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 38-Key Functional, White
Illumination 2D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded
Compact 7, FCC.
• 942600006 SKORPIO X4 00ANM4HS0GF0W7
Skorpio X4 Pistol-grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4,
Bluetooth v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 50-Key Full Alpha

User’s Manual 5
Introduction

Numeric, White Illumination 2D Imager w Green Spot, Windows


Embedded Compact 7, FCC.

Europe and Row Models


WEC7 - Batch 1D
• 942500001 SKORPIO X4 000000TN0HN0W7
Skorpio X4 Handheld, Batch, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 28-Key
Numeric, Green Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows
Embedded Compact 7.
• 942500002 SKORPIO X4 000000TN0HS0W7
Skorpio X4 Handheld, Batch, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 38-Key
Functional, Green Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows
Embedded Compact 7.

WEC7 - Wi-Fi 1D Handheld


• 942550013 SKORPIO X4 E00ANM4TN0HN0W7
Skorpio X4 Handheld, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4, Bluetooth
v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 28-Key Numeric, Green Laser-like 1D
Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded Compact 7, EU.
• 942550014 SKORPIO X4 E00ANM4TN0HS0W7
Skorpio X4 Handheld, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4, Bluetooth
v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 38-Key Functional, Green Laser-like
1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded Compact 7, EU.
• 942550015 SKORPIO X4 E00ANM4TN0HF0W7
Skorpio X4 Handheld, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4, Bluetooth
v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 50-Key Full Alpha Numeric, Green
Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded
Compact 7, EU.

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Introduction

EC7 - Wi-Fi 2D Handheld


• 942550016 SKORPIO X4 E00ANM4HS0HN0W7
Skorpio X4 Handheld, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4,
Bluetooth v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 28-Key Numeric, White
Illumination 2D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded
Compact 7, EU.
• 942550017 SKORPIO X4 E00ANM4HS0HS0W7
Skorpio X4 Handheld, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4,
Bluetooth v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 38-Key Functional, White
Illumination 2D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded
Compact 7, EU.
• 942550018 SKORPIO X4 E00ANM4HS0HF0W7
Skorpio X4 Handheld, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4,
Bluetooth v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 50-Key Full Alpha
Numeric, White Illumination 2D Imager w Green Spot,
Windows Embedded Compact 7, EU.

WEC7 - Wi-Fi 1D Pistol Grip


• 942600013 SKORPIO X4 E00ANM4TN0GN0W7
Skorpio X4 Pistol-grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4,
Bluetooth v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 28-Key Numeric, Green
Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded
Compact 7, EU.
• 942600014 SKORPIO X4 E00ANM4TN0GS0W7
Skorpio X4 Pistol-grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4,
Bluetooth v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 38-Key Functional, Green
Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded
Compact 7, EU.
• 942600015 SKORPIO X4 E00ANM4TN0GF0W7

User’s Manual 7
Introduction

Skorpio X4 Pistol-grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4,


Bluetooth v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 50-Key Full Alpha Numeric,
Green Laser-like 1D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded
Compact 7, EU.

WEC7 - Wi-Fi 2D Pistol Grip


• 942600016 SKORPIO X4 E00ANM4HS0GN0W7
Skorpio X4 Pistol-grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4,
Bluetooth v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 28-Key Numeric, White
Illumination 2D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded
Compact 7, EU.
• 942600017 SKORPIO X4 E00ANM4HS0GS0W7
Skorpio X4 Pistol-grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4,
Bluetooth v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 38-Key Functional, White
Illumination 2D Imager w Green Spot, Windows Embedded
Compact 7, EU.
• 942600018 SKORPIO X4 E00ANM4HS0GF0W7
Skorpio X4 Pistol-grip, 802.11 a/b/g/n MIMO CCX v4,
Bluetooth v4, 1GB RAM/8GB Flash, 50-Key Full Alpha Numeric,
White Illumination 2D Imager w Green Spot, Windows
Embedded Compact 7, EU.

8 Skorpio™ X4
Introduction

Out of the Box


The Skorpio X4 package contains:
• Skorpio X4 mobile computer
• Rechargeable battery pack
• Terminal emulation overlay
• Belt clip (handheld models only)
• Belt clip pivot (handheld models only)
• Hand-strap
• Lanyard (for pistol grip models only)
• Quick Start Guide
• Safety & Regulatory Addendum
• Wavelink Avalanche Insert (radio models only)
• Wavelink Terminal Emulation insert (pistol grip models only)
• End User License Agreement (EULA) Sheet
Remove all the components from their packaging; check their
integrity and compare them with all the packing documents.

Keep the original packaging for use when sending


products to the technical assistance center. Damage
caused by improper packaging is not covered under the
CAUTION warranty.

User’s Manual 9
Introduction

General View
Front View

LEDs

ON/OFF Receiver
Power Key Speaker

Color Display

Front Scan Key

Keyboard

10 Skorpio™ X4
Introduction

Back View

Laser Safety Label

Micro USB
Connector
Trigger Button
(for use with the Loudspeaker
optional pistol trigger)
Product Label

Reset Key

MicroSD Card Slot

User’s Manual 11
Introduction

Top View Bottom View

Data Capture Window HandyLink™ connector


(host/device)

12 Skorpio™ X4
Introduction

Accessories
Docks/Chargers
94A150062 Single Slot Desk Mount Dock with Spare Battery
Charging Slot. High- Retention USB-R Type B
(client only) and an RS-232 port. Includes Power
Supply with Regional Plugs and USB Cable.
94A150067 Single Slot Desk Mount Dock with Spare Battery
Charging Slot. High- Retention USB-R Type B
(client only) and an RS-232 port (Requires Power
Supply 94ACC1381 and Line Cord).
94A150032 Multi Charge Only Dock, recharges 4 terminals
and 4 spare batteries (Requires Power Supply
94ACC1385).
94A150055 Multi Ethernet Dock, recharges 4 terminals and 4
spare batteries (Requires Power Supply
94ACC1385).
94A150034 Multi Battery Charger, recharges 4 spare
batteries. (Requires Power Supply 94ACC1385).

Power Supplies/Cords
95ACC1113 Power Cord, 120V AC, IEC/US.
95ACC1213 Power Cord, 240V AC, UK.
95A051041 Power Cord, AC, IEC/EUR.
95ACC1215 Power Cord, IEC/Australian.
95ACC1212 Power Cord, IEC/Japan.
95ACC1284 Power Cord, IEC C13,Black Argentina, ROHS.
94ACC1385 Power supply for Multi Battery Charger, 4-Slot
Dock. Power line cord has to be ordered
separately.

User’s Manual 13
Introduction

94ACC1380 Power supply for Skorpio X3/X4, for direct charge.


94ACC1381 Power supply for single slot dock, regional plugs
included.

Batteries
94ACC0046 Battery, 5200 mAh High Capacity, Skorpio X3/X4 (1
included with main device for pistol grip models).
94ACC0048 Battery, 3000 mAh Standard Capacity, Skorpio
X3/X4 (1 included with main device for handheld
models).

Cables
94A051020 Cable for dock-PC (RS232) communication.
94A051968 Cable from Micro USB (dock) to USB. Device works
as client. 2m straight cable.
94A051969 Cable from Micro USB (dock) to female USB. Device
works as host. 1m straight.
94A051970 Cable from device (Handylink) to USB. Device
works as client. Connects to PC, 2m straight cable.
94A051971 Cable from device (Handylink) to female USB.
Device works as host. Connects to printers or
most other peripherals. 15cm straight cable.
94A051972 Cable from device (Handylink) to female DB9
RS232. Null Modem Cable. Connects to PC. 2m
straight cable.
94A051973 Cable from device (Handylink) to male DB9 RS232.
Straight through cable, Power on Pin 9 (5V @
500mA). Connects to printers, scanners, or most
other peripherals. 15cm straight cable.
94A051975 Car Adapter for PMD (to supply power to PMD
from the cigarette lighter). 2m straight cable.

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Introduction

94A051976 Adapter, from PMD Car Adapter to device (to


supply power from the cigarette lighter to device,
both 94A051975 and 94A051976 are required).
15cm straight cable.

General Accessories
94ACC0079 Module, Ethernet Communication for Single Slot
Dock.
94ACC1372 Module, Modem Communication for Single Slot
Dock.
94ACC0043 Handle with Mounting Screws, Skorpio X3/X4.
94ACC0049 Hand-strap, Skorpio X3/X4
94ACC0044 Stylus and Tether Pack for Skorpio X3/X4, 5 Pack
(one is included with all models of Skorpio X4).
94ACC0045 Quick Release Belt Clip for Skorpio X3/X4, 10 Pack
(it includes the bolt and the screw to be fixed to
the device, one is included with all the handheld
models of Skorpio X4).
94ACC0081 Lanyard to tether the Skorpio X3/X4 to the wrist
(it fits both Skorpio X3/X4 and Falcon X3+, one is
included with all the pistol grip models of Skorpio
X3/X4 and Falcon X3+).

Holsters/Cases
94ACC0050 Belt Holster for Skorpio X3/X4 (it fits both
handheld and pistol grip configurations, belt clip
included, belt not included).
94ACC0052 Rubber Boot, Skorpio X3/X4.
94ACC0051 Softcase for Skorpio X3/X4 (it fits both handheld
and pistol grip configurations, belt clip and
shoulder strap not included).

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Introduction

94ACC0151 Snap-on Adapter for Skorpio X3/X4.


94ACC0153 Softcase for Voice for Skorpio X3/X4 (it fits only
handheld configurations, belt clip included).
94ACC0076 Heavy duty belt for use with Skorpio X3/X4 belt
holster (2.7m in length, adjustable).
94ACC1240 Shoulder strap (5 pcs).
94A150041 Vehicle Holder for Skorpio X3/X4 (it includes two
screws and relevant washers for RAM Mount,
does not include the RAM Mount itself).
94ACC0075 RAM Mount for Vehicle Holder (it fits both the
vehicle holders for Skorpio X3/X4 and Lynx).

Use only a Datalogic approved power supply and cables.


Use of an alternative power supply will invalidate any
approval given to this device and may be dangerous.
CAUTION

16 Skorpio™ X4
Battery
Install the Battery
To install the battery pack, insert the battery's alignment lugs into the
recesses, then press firmly until the battery latch clicks twice:

User’s Manual 17
Battery

Charge the Battery


The rechargeable battery pack is less than half of full charge when
delivered. Charge the battery with the USB cable or with the single
dock, before using the Skorpio X4 terminal.
During the charging process the charging LED positioned at the top
left side of the display glows red constantly. Once the charging
process has been completed, the charging LED glows green
constantly. The charging LED flashes red when a charging error is
detected.

Charge with USB


You can use a standard micro USB to USB cable in conjunction with a
power supply adapter to charge the Skorpio X4 from a power outlet.

The Micro-USB port can also be used to charge the Skorpio X4 battery
pack from any self-powered USB hub or USB port on a computer.

Don’t insert the wall charger into the micro USB port
when the Skorpio X4 is inserted into the dock.
CAUTION

18 Skorpio™ X4
Battery

Charge with the Single Slot Dock

You can also charge an additional battery pack by inserting it into


the rear slot of the dock.

The Skorpio X4 may get warm during charging; this is


normal and does not mean a malfunction.
NOTE

By default, the battery pack is disconnected at the


factory to avoid damage due to excessive draining.
CAUTION

User’s Manual 19
Battery

Avoid storing batteries for long periods in a state of full


charge or very low charge.
We recommend charging the battery pack every two to
CAUTION three months to keep its charge at a moderate level to
maximize battery life.
Annual replacement of rechargeable battery pack avoids
possible risks or abnormalities and ensures maximum
performance.

The battery pack autonomy varies according to many


factors, such as the frequency of barcode scanning, RF
usage, battery life, storage, environmental conditions,
etc.
CAUTION
Close to the limits of the working temperature, some
battery performance degradation may occur.

The Skorpio X4 should be charged at an ambient


temperature between 0 - 35º C (32 to 95 ºF) to achieve
the maximum charging rate.
CAUTION Never charge the device battery in a closed space where
excessive heat can build up.
As a safety precaution, the battery may stop charging to
avoid overheating.

To maximize battery life, turn off radios when they are not
needed.
NOTE

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Battery

Replace the Battery


To replace the battery pack, follow the steps below:
1. Turn off the Skorpio X4 (press the power key and wait for device
power off).
2. Press the latch release button and pull the battery latch down:

3. Remove the battery pack.

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Battery

4. Insert the new battery pack into the slot (see “Install the
Battery” on page -17).

Do not incinerate, disassemble, short terminals, or


expose to high temperature. Risk of fire and explosion.
Use specified charger only. Risk of explosion if the
battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of
CAUTION batteries as required by local authorities.

Use only Datalogic approved batteries and accessories


for battery charging.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect
WARNING type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
Il y a risque d’explosion si la batterie est remplacée par
une batterie de type incorrect.
Mettre au rebut les batteris usagées confor mément aux
instructions.

Even if the storage temperature range is wider, it is


recommended to store the terminal and the batteries at
environmental temperature, in order to achieve the longest
NOTE battery life.

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Battery

Installing, charging and/or any other action should be


done by authorized personnel and following this
manual.
The battery pack may get hot, explode, ignite, and/or
WARNING
cause serious injury if exposed to abusive conditions.
If the battery pack is replaced with an improper type,
there is risk of explosion.
Do not place the battery pack in or near a fire or other
heat source; do not place the battery pack in direct
sunlight, or use or store the battery pack inside
unventilated areas in hot weather; do not place the
battery pack in microwave ovens, in clothes dryers, in
high pressure containers, on induction cook surfaces
or similar devices. Doing so may cause the battery
pack to generate heat, explode or ignite. Using the
battery pack in this manner may also result in a loss
of performance and a shortened life expectancy.
To power the cradle, use only a Datalogic approved
power supply. The use of an alternative power supply
will void the product warranty, may cause product
damage and may cause heat, an explosion, or fire.
The area in which the units are charged should be
clear of debris and combustible materials or
chemicals.
Do not use the battery pack of this terminal to power
devices other than this device.
Immediately discontinue use of the battery pack if,
while using, charging or storing the battery pack, the
battery pack emits an unusual smell, feels hot,
changes colour or shape, or appears abnormal in any
other way.

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Battery

Do not short-circuit the battery pack contacts


connecting the positive terminal and negative terminal.
This might happen, for example, when you carry a spare
battery pack in your pocket or purse; accidental short–
WARNING circuiting can occur when a metallic object such as a
coin, clip, or pen causes direct connection of the
contacts of the battery pack (these look like metal
strips on the battery pack). Short–circuiting the
terminals may damage the battery pack or the
connecting object.
Do not apply voltages to the battery pack contacts.
Do not pierce the battery pack with nails, strike it with a
hammer, step on it or otherwise subject it to strong
impacts, pressures, or shocks.
Do not disassemble or modify (i.e. bend, crush or
deform) the battery pack. The battery pack contains
safety and protection devices, which, if damaged, may
cause the battery pack to generate heat, explode or
ignite.
In case of leakage of liquid from the battery, avoid
contact with liquid the skin or eyes. If the contact
occurs, immediately wash the affected area with water
and consult a doctor.
Do not solder directly onto the battery pack.
Do not expose the battery pack to liquids.
Avoid any knocks or excessive vibrations. If the device
or the battery is dropped, especially on a hard surface,
you should take it to the nearest Authorised Repair
Centre for inspection before continuing to use it.

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If your device stops working for any reason, do not use


its battery on other electronic devices without a prior
check and approval by an Authorised Repair Centre.
Do not replace the battery pack when the device is
WARNING
turned on.
Do not remove or damage the battery pack’s label.
Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any
part.
Battery pack usage by children should be supervised.
Collect and recycle waste batteries separately from
the device in compliance with European Directive
2006/66/EC, 2011/65, 2002/96/EC and subsequent
modifications, with US and China regulatory laws and
regulations about the environment.

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NOTES

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SD Card
Install the MicroSD Card
Skorpio X4 supports microSD memory cards. To access the microSD
card slot and insert the card follow the steps below:
1. Turn off the Skorpio X4.
2. Remove the battery pack (see “Replace the Battery” on
page -21, steps 1 to 3).
3. Shift the cardholder upwards and then pull it up:

4. Insert the microSD card with the written part upward:

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SD Card

5. Lock the card into place by pushing the cardholder down and
then shifting it downwards:

6. Insert the battery pack into the slot (see “Install the Battery” on
page -17).

Remove the MicroSD Card


To remove the microSD card, follow the steps above to access the
microSD slot, and remove it from its slot.

Follow proper ESD precautions to avoid damaging the


microprocessors in the Skorpio X4 or the microSD card
itself. Proper ESD precautions include, but are not
limited to, working on an ESD mat and ensuring that the
CAUTION operator is properly grounded.
Do not force the card. If you feel resistance, remove the
card, check the orientation, and reinsert it.
Do not use the microSD card slot for any other
accessories.
It is highly recommended that users latch the card cage's
bale even when the card is not present.

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Power On
The Skorpio X4 turns on when the battery pack or the external
supply is inserted and the ON/OFF Power button is pressed.
As soon as the mobile computer is on, the Windows Embedded
Compact 7 desktop will appear on the screen. Wait a few seconds
before starting any activity so that the mobile computer completes
its startup procedure.
The mobile computer goes into power-off (low power with display
and keyboard backlight off), when it is not used for more than a
programmable timeout, which can be defined in the Power applet of
the Control Panel. In this mode it can be awakened by the ON/OFF
key.

The mobile computer can also be awakened or suspended


programmatically.
NOTE

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Desktop Window
As soon as the mobile computer is on, the Windows Embedded
Compact 7 desktop appears on the screen. Wait a few seconds
before starting any activity so that the mobile computer completes
its startup procedure.

Windows Embedded Compact 7 Desktop

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Taskbar

Icons Descriptions

The Start button opens the Start Menu.

ActiveSync connection icon is displayed when connected to


ActiveSync or Windows Mobile Device Center either by USB,
RS232, or Bluetooth®. Double-tap it to open a status dialog
box that will let you disconnect the ActiveSync session
without physically disconnecting the device from the PC. It is
the only way to disconnect a Bluetooth® ActiveSync
connection.

Battery icons display the system battery status.

Bluetooth® Manager icon displays whether Bluetooth® is


enabled, paired, or turned off. Double-tap this icon to open the
Bluetooth® Manager control panel applet.
Network connectoid icon displays whether you are connected
or not to Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth® Personal Area
Network.

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Using the Stylus Pen


The stylus selects items and enters information. It functions as a
mouse.
Double tap the screen with the stylus to open items and select
Double Tap
options.
Hold the stylus on the screen and drag across the screen to
Drag
select text and images. Drag in a list to select multiple items.
Tap and hold the stylus on an item to see a list of actions
Tap-and-hold available for that item. On the pop-up menu that appears, tap
the action you want to perform.

Use only original Datalogic styluses supplied with the


product itself.
In harsh applications, use of screen protectors should
be taken into consideration, in order to extend the
touch screen operating life.
To prevent damage to the screen, do not use sharp
devices or any device other than the Datalogic provided
stylus.
CAUTION Do not apply too much pressure when touching the
screen.
For applications where an intensive use of the touch
screen is foreseen, please consider that touch screen
components are subject to progressive wear.

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WEC7 Touch Screen Calibration


At the very first Skorpio X4 startup, after any cold boot (if the user
skipped stylus calibration earlier) or following a clean boot, a
Welcome Wizard with Stylus Calibration comes up.
Also, you might need to recalibrate the touch screen (i.e. when you
attempt to select an item with the stylus, another item is
erroneously selected).
To recalibrate the touch screen, following the steps below:
1. Tap Start > Settings >Control Panel. Double tap the Stylus icon
to open the Stylus Properties window:

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Tap Calibration to open the Calibration tab. Tap Recalibrate:

2. Carefully press and briefly hold the stylus on the center of the
target. Repeat as the target moves around the screen.
3. By completing the calibration procedure you implicitly accept the
new calibration settings.
4. The new calibration settings are persistently saved in the
Registry.

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Keyboards
The Skorpio X4 comes with three different keyboards: a
full-alphanumeric keyboard, having 50 keys, an alphanumeric
keyboard, having 38 keys and a numeric keyboard, having 28 keys. A
28 keys functional keypad is also available for special
configurations.

Full-alphanumeric Keyboard (50 Keys)

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Main Keys Functions


Key Function
The SCAN key starts data capture. If enabled, it also wakes
up the mobile computer from low-power (see DL Buttons
on page 83).
For pistol grip models only, the trigger performs the same
function as the SCAN key.
Arrow keys let you move forwards, backwards, upwards or
downwards within text fields, scroll through a Menu list or
browse among folder files.
Yellow modifier (toggle key): when pressed before a
standard key, it enables the character or function printed in
yellow above the key.
Blue modifier (one shot key): when pressed before a
standard key, it enables the character or function printed in
blue above the key.
The ON/OFF Power button powers the Skorpio X4 ON or
OFF. It is placed on the upper left side of the terminal.

Special Function Icons


Icon Function
After a Blue modifier key press, the Start menu key opens the
Start menu.
After a Blue modifier key press, the Backlight key turns the
backlight on and off.
After a Blue modifier key press, the blue arrows allow moving
forwards or backwards within the Internet Explorer browser
pages.

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Alphanumeric Keyboard (38 Keys)

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Main Keys Functions


Key Function
The SCAN key starts data capture. If enabled, it also wakes
up the mobile computer from low-power (see DL Buttons
on page 83). For pistol grip models only, the trigger
performs the same function as the SCAN key.
Arrow keys let you move forwards, backwards, upwards or
downwards within text fields, scroll through a Menu list or
browse among folder files.
Yellow modifier (toggle key): when pressed before a
standard key, it enables the character or function printed in
yellow above the key.
Blue modifier (one shot key): when pressed before a
standard key, it enables the character or function printed in
blue above the key.
The ON/OFF Power button powers the Skorpio X4 ON or
OFF. It is placed on the upper left side of the terminal.

Special Function Icons


Icon Function
After a Blue modifier key press, the Start menu key opens the
Start menu.
After a Blue modifier key press, the File Manager key opens the
file manager.
After a Blue modifier key press, the Backlight key turns the
backlight on and off.
After a Blue modifier key press, the blue arrows allow moving
forwards or backwards within the Internet Explorer browser
pages.

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Numeric Keyboard (28 Keys)

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Main Keys Functions


Key Function
The SCAN key starts data capture. If enabled, it also wakes
up the mobile computer from low-power (see DL Buttons
on page 83). For pistol grip models only, the trigger
performs the same function as the SCAN key.
Arrow keys let you move forwards, backwards, upwards or
downwards within text fields, scroll through a Menu list or
browse among folder files.
Yellow modifier (toggle key): when pressed before a
standard key, it enables the character or function printed in
yellow above the key.
Blue modifier (one shot key): when pressed before a
standard key, it enables the character or function printed in
blue above the key.
The ON/OFF Power button powers the Skorpio X4 ON or
OFF. It is placed on the upper left side of the terminal.

CTRL

ALT

Special Function Icons


Icon Function
After a Blue modifier key press, the Backlight key turns the backlight
on and off.

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Multitap Function
In the numeric keypad the number keys (key 0 excluded) and the ESC
key share the following behavior scheme:

A. Function of the key when directly pressed.


B. Modified by the Yellow key, repeated presses
cycle through the letters shown on the
keyboard overlay for each key. The letter is
entered if you wait for a short timeout.

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Functional Keyboard* (28 Keys)

* Only available on WEC7 special configurations.

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Main Keys Functions


Key Function
The SCAN key starts data capture. If enabled, it also wakes
up the mobile computer from low-power (see DL Buttons
on page 83). For pistol grip models only, the trigger
performs the same function as the SCAN key.
After a Yellow modifier key press, the F6-F9 keys behave
like the arrow keys let you move forwards, backwards,
upwards or downwards within text fields, scroll through a
Menu list or browse among folder files.
Yellow modifier (toggle key): when pressed before a
standard key, it enables the character or function printed in
yellow above the key.
Blue modifier (one shot key): when pressed before a
standard key, it enables the character or function printed in
blue above the key.
The ON/OFF Power button powers the Skorpio X4 ON or
OFF. It is placed on the upper left side of the terminal.

Special Function Icons


Icon Function
After a Blue modifier key press, the Start menu key opens the Start
menu.
After a Yellow modifier key press, the File Manager key opens the
file manager.
After a Blue modifier key press, the Backlight key turns the backlight
on and off.

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Multitap Function
In the functional keypad the number keys (key 0 excluded) and the
Period key share the following behavior scheme:
A. Function of the key when directly pressed.
B. Modified by the Yellow key, repeated presses
cycle through the letters shown on the keyboard
overlay for each key. The letter is entered if you
wait for a short timeout.

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Insert the Terminal Emulation Overlay


To insert the terminal emulation overlay, proceed as follows:

1. Remove the overlay using a torx* screwdriver:

2. Insert the terminal emulation overlay (first the upper side). Fix
the overlay with the screwdriver:

* Always use a torx screwdriver to prevent screw damage.

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Resetting the Terminal


There are several reset methods for the Skorpio X4.
A warm boot terminates an unresponsive application and clears the
working RAM, but preserves the file system. The Registry is restored
from persistent memory if available or returned to factory default.
A cold boot forces all applications to close, completely reinitializing
the system. It clears the working RAM, but the file system is
preserved. The Registry is restored from persistent memory.
A clean boot restores the Skorpio X4 to a clean configuration: both
the Registry and the file system returns to a clean status that
conforms to factory default.

Warm Boot
To perform a warm boot, press and hold the following keys
simultaneously:

Cold Boot
To perform a cold boot, do the following steps:
1. Turn off the Skorpio X4 by pressing the ON/OFF Power button.
2. Pull the battery latch down and remove the battery pack.
3. Simultaneously press the SCAN key and the Reset button in the
battery compartment.
4. Insert the battery pack.
5. Turn on the Skorpio X4 by pressing the ON/OFF Power button.

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Clean Boot
To perform a clean boot, do the following steps:
1. Perform a Cold Boot (see Cold Boot).
2. Press and hold down the ‘Esc’ + ‘0’ keys simultaneously,
promptly after resetting:

A dialog box will appear asking for confirmation. Press the Enter
Key.
Warm Boot Cold Boot Clean Boot
Restored from Restored from Clean configuration
Registry
flash flash (no user config)
Clean Installation
Clean Installation
File System Preserved (except for
(no user files)
FlashDisk folder)

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LED Indicators
The LEDs illuminate to indicate various functions or errors on the
reader. The following tables list these indications.

LED Status Description


Red Constant Light is solid red while charging.

Light is solid green once the charging


Green Costant
Charging LED process has completed (full charge).
(left side) Red Blink Blinking red indicates a charge fault.

Light is blinking amber when the device


Amber Blink
raises a notification to the user.
Off Keyboard in primary.

Keyboard LED Yellow Constant Yellow alternate key mode.


(center) Blue Constant Blue alternate key mode.

Pink CapsLock enabled.

Light is red from the time the user


presses the scan key (or trigger) until
Red the barcode is decoded (1D models),
Good Read LED* until the scanner times out (2D imager
(right side) models).
Light changes to green when a good
Green
decode is completed.

* The Good Read LED has also a "Suspend LED" feature. The decode LED will glow red when
the device begins to suspend, and will turn off when the suspend completes
successfully.

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Control Panel
From the Start menu, tap Settings > Control Panel. Below is an
expanded view of the Control Panel showing all of the applets.

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Settings

Data Capture Configuration


Before you start reading barcodes, use the Decoding Properties
window to view and configure all settings for the scanner.
From the control panel main window, double tap the Decoding icon:

Tap Configure and select General, 1D barcode or 2D barcode, then use


the menu or tap the left and right arrow keys to navigate the
different pages of the Decoding Properties window. The menu
options will change to reflect the items most recently selected.

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General Decoding Properties


Tap Configure > General and select the desired configuration from
the options shown in the figure below:

Notification
Use it to set the number, the duration and the interval of
notifications (LED, green spot, beep or vibration) the scanner emits
on a good read.
You can also set the volume and tone of the beeps.

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Good Read
Use it to enable/disable good read notifications (LED, Green Spot,
LED). Drag the Timeout slider to set the maximum amount of time
the scanner attempt to decode after the scan key (or the trigger) is
pressed:

Formatting
Allows to format the barcode text by enabling and configuring the
use of prefix, suffix and data separator.
Scroll the Add special drop-down list to select a special character to
be added in the current cursor position.

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General Options
Select the Label programming enable check box to enable the
scanner to read specific barcodes.
Scroll the Symbology ID drop-down list to select and add a code
identifier prefix or suffix to the barcode string.
AIM ID (Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility) is
an international barcode identifier. When AIM IDs Before is enabled,
the AIM ID is inserted at the beginning of the decoded barcode.
DL ID is a Datalogic specific character identifier.
User ID is a user specific character identifier you can set in the
related symbology settings menu.
Group Separator replacement is a non printable data separator
character (ASCII code 1D hex). Scroll the Group Separator
replacement drop-down list to select a string that will be used as GS
data separator substituting the standard GS character.
Select Remove non-printable characters to remove non-printable
characters from a unicode string.
Use the 1D Inverse drop-down list to enable the scanner to read
inverse 1D barcodes.

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Settings

Decoding Options
Use it to configure the User ID for symbologies, Redundancy and
Aggressive Decoding (if supported by the decoding module). Select a
symbology to view or change the available properties settings.

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Imager Options
It allows to customize the 2D imager behavior. It is only available on
devices equipped with 2D decoding engines.

Enable illumination
If selected, it causes the scanner to turn on the illumination to aid
decoding.

Read from display


It improves capability to read barcodes from LCD screen (e.g.
displayed on smartphone display).

Enable picklist
If selected, it allows you to pick and decode a barcode from multiple
barcodes printed close together, when the scan illumination
intersects more than one barcode. Only the targeted barcode will be
returned.

Target mode
If enabled, when the scan button is pressed, the scanner will project
an aiming pattern to assist in centering over the barcode before

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Settings

scanning. Use the drop-down list to select the desired targeting


behavior:

No Delay
Target mode is disabled.

Target Timeout
Scanning takes place after a programmable time upon pressing the
scan button. Drag the Timeout slider to set the maximum amount of
time the scanner attempt to decode after target timeout.

Release Scan
Scanning takes place after the scan button is released. Drag the
Timeout slider to set the scanning timeout after releasing the scan
button.

Enable target after aiming


It enables aiming before scanning.

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Multi Scan
If enabled, the device goes on scanning until the number of Labels
for good read is reached.
Select Enable indicators for each label to get an intermediate
notification for each label decoded.

Keyboard Wedge
Use it to enable or disable the keyboard wedge for barcode scanner:

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Symbology Settings
Each barcode symbology can be customized with additional settings
that may affect that specific barcode decoding.
Tap Configure and use the 1D barcode/ 2D barcode drop-down
menus to configure symbology decoding options:

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Refer to the sample symbology control panels for examples of the


types of fields and options you can modify. The sample below shows
the settings of a Code 128 barcode symbology:

Tap the left and right arrow keys to navigate the different pages of
the barcode symbology pages.

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Settings

Decoding Settings
Tap Settings to change symbologies settings or to restore previous
configurations and/or other available default settings.

The settings are saved when you tap Yes. Any change you make is
temporary and will be lost when the system restarts. To save these
settings to a persistent storage, you need to save the Registry using
the Persistent Registry applet in the Control Panel.

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WCU (Wireless Configuration Utility)


Wireless Configuration Utility (WCU) is a user-mode application that
provides an interface for configuring and operating an installed
wireless network interface card (wireless adapter).
Tap Start > Programs > WLink > WCU to open the WCU screen:

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Settings

Create a New Profile


Select Add from the menu bar and enter information for the SSID,
Security Type and Encryption Type:

Security Type: No Authentication (Open)


Open authentication allows any device to authenticate and then
attempt to communicate with the access point. Using open
authentication, any wireless device can authenticate with the access
point, but the device can communicate only if its Wired Equivalent
Privacy (WEP) keys match the access point's WEP keys.

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Security Type: WPA2-Personal


In case of pre-shared key (PSK) authentication, the access point
sends an unencrypted challenge text string to any device that is
attempting to communicate with the access point. The device that is
requesting authentication encrypts the challenge text and sends it
back to the access point. If the challenge text is encrypted correctly,
the access point allows the requesting device to authenticate.
To create a profile with PSK authentication, follow the steps below:
1. Select the Security Type as WPA2-Personal
2. Select the Encryption Type
3. Enter the password in the Security Key field.

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Security Type: WPA2-Enterprise


This authentication type provides the highest level of security for
your wireless network. By using the Extensible Authentication
Protocol (EAP) to interact with an EAP-compatible RADIUS server, the
access point helps a wireless client device and the RADIUS server to
perform mutual authentication and derive a dynamic unicast WEP
key. The RADIUS server sends the WEP key to the access point, which
uses the key for all unicast data signals that the server sends to or
receives from the client. The access point also encrypts its broadcast
WEP key (which is entered in the access point's WEP key slot 1) with
the client's unicast key and sends it to the client.
To create a profile with EAP authentication, follow the steps below:
1. Select the Security Type as WPA2-Enterprise
2. Select the Encryption Type
3. Tap settings. The PEAP Properties screen appears, where you can
configure connection properties, source of user credentials and
authentication properties (inner method) to be used:

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4. Tap the User Credentials tab to enter the EAP methods user
credentials:

5. Tap the Authentication tab to select the EAP inner method:

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Tap OK to complete:

The new profile now appears in the WCU profile list:

Each EAP profile can be either "Pairwise Master Key Caching (PMK)"
or Opportunistic Key Caching (OKC). By default, OKC radio button is
enabled for each of WLAN profile.

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Edit a Profile
Select a profile in WCU profile list and tap Edit on the navigation
menu bar:

Delete a Profile
Select a profile in WCU profile list and tap Delete on the navigation
menu bar:

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Connect to a Profile
Select a profile in WCU profile list and tap Connect on the navigation
menu bar. Tap the Status tab to display the connection status:

Disconnect from a Profile


Select a connected profile in WCU profile list and tap Disconnect on
the navigation menu bar. Tap the Status tab to display the
connection status:

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Browse Nearby Wireless Networks


The Browse Nearby Wireless Networks window shows the scan list
entries of the WLAN driver. It is automatically refreshed periodically,
without sending an explicit scan request to driver.
Tap Scan List in the Options menu. A window appears, that shows
all the detected networks.

Connect to/Disconnect from a Network


1. Select a network from the list. Depending on whether or not the
adapter network is connected to that network, the Connect or
Disconnect button on the menu bar will be enabled.
2. Tap Connect or Disconnect.
3. WCU initiates the Create New Profile dialog box if the profile
doesn't exist already.
4. Enter a profile name or leave the default name.
5. Select Security Type and Encryption Type settings for the new
profile (see Create a New Profile on page 62).
6. Tap OK to save the profile and connect the adapter to the
network, or Cancel to return to the current view without saving
the profile.

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Refresh
Tap Refresh to manually refresh the scan list. Each click on this
button triggers a scan request to driver.

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Audio Settings
There are two applets that control volume: Audio and Volume &
Sounds.

Audio
The Audio Properties window allows to set the volume for the
speaker and the microphone.
From the control panel main window, double-tap the Audio icon:

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Volume & Sounds


From the control panel main window, double-tap the Volume &
Sounds icon:

The Volume & Sounds applet configures audio features of all


speakers and headphones.

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Bluetooth® Manager Device Setup


To create a Bluetooth® pairing between your device and another
device that has Bluetooth® capabilities, ensure that the two devices
are turned on, discoverable, and within close range.

By default, Bluetooth® is turned off. If you turn it on, and


then turn off your device, Bluetooth® also turns off. When
you turn on your device again, Bluetooth® turns on
NOTE automatically.

Enable Bluetooth®
To turn the Bluetooth® on:
1. Double-tap the Bluetooth Manager icon from the Control Panel
window:

2. Tap Settings. The Settings tab allows you to enable or disable


the Bluetooth® radio and specify settings for Incoming
Connections. Select Enable Bluetooth Radio.

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3. If you’re going to connect a serial device (i.e. a scanner) to the


Skorpio X4, use the Port control to select a virtual COM port to
use for the connection.
4. Tap Find Me if you want to make the Skorpio X4 discoverable to
other Bluetooth® devices for 60 seconds, allowing them to set up
a connection. Tap OK on the Find Me pop-up window.

5. Tap Apply.
6. Once the Bluetooth® radio is enabled, the terminal automatically
starts searching for discoverable devices.

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Connect to Other Bluetooth® Devices


1. From the Bluetooth Manager control panel, tap Connections:

2. Search for available Bluetooth® devices by tapping the button


for the type of device you want (Printer, Serial or All) or tap
Discovery > Discover to skip this step. The Skorpio X4 will search
for Bluetooth® devices within range.

If you attempt to set up a connection when the Bluetooth®


radio is disabled, you will receive a message reminding
you that the radio is turned off, and asking if you want to
NOTE turn it on. Tap Yes if you need to enable the Bluetooth®
radio.

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Icon Service

Dialup Networking

Printer

Object Push (OPP) Object Exchange (OBEX)

ActiveSync

Human Interface Device (HID) - Keyboard

Serial

Personal Area Network (PAN)

Modem

Headset

Handsfree

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3. Once searching is complete, Bluetooth® device profiles will be


displayed in the Discovery tab. Flick the list and select a device
to set up a connection and then tap Connect.

4. Select a service and configure any encryption, authentication, or


virtual port options required by the service selected. Virtual Port
allows you to specify the incoming port, which is used to
communicate serially with an incoming device just as if it were a
physical COM port. This option is available only if you have
selected a Printer or Serial service.

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5. To require Authentication, select the Authenticate check box,


then tap OK.

6. The Authentication Request dialog box will request that you


enter a PIN. Use the Input Panel or the keyboard to type the PIN.
Tap OK to complete. The dialog box will also appear when an
authentication request is received from another device.

You can also select Encrypt or Authenticate from the


Settings tab of the Bluetooth Manager control panel.
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Configure or Unpair Bluetooth® Devices


Once you have set up a pairing, you can view and edit the pairing
settings by double-tapping the paired device from the Connections
tab.

Use the Virtual Port drop-down menu to change the Virtual Port.
Tap Sync to initiate a Sync (available only if the service is an
ActiveSync connection). Tap Delete to remove the device pairing.
1. Tap Settings > Bluetooth.
2. Select a device from the Paired Devices list and tap the settings
icon next to its name. The Paired Bluetooth device window
displays on the screen:

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Persistent Registry
The Registry stores information that are necessary to configure the
system for applications and hardware devices. The Registry also
contains information that the operating system continually
references to during operation.
To persist the Registry settings between boots, follow the steps
below:
1. From the Control Panel main window, double-tap the Persistent
Registry icon.
2. Tap Persist.
3. Tap OK to exit.

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To change the Persistent Registry timing:


1. From the Persistent Registry window, select a time interval
from the menu.
2. Tap OK to save and exit.

To cancel the Persistent Registry timing:


1. From the Persistent Registry window, deselect the Persist
Registry settings check box
2. Tap OK to save and exit.

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DL Buttons
You can use the DL Buttons tab to associate specific keys, such as
<F1>-<F10>, with specific applications.
From the control panel main window, double tap the DL Buttons
icon to open the DL Buttons tab.
Customize the program hardware buttons to launch your most used
applications. Use the Select a button drop-down menu to select the
button you want to assign a function to, and then select an
application from the Assign a function drop-down menu.

Command Description
This drop-down list shows the available function keys to
Select a Button
define. Select the desired one from the list.
New Tap to define a new button.

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Command Description
Tap to delete the selected Button. You can only delete the
Buttons you have added. You cannot delete the following
Delete
buttons: Alt + 6, Left Button, Pistol Trigger, Right
Button, Scan.
Assign a function This drop-down list shows the available functions.
Application Displays the path to the selected application.

Browse Tap to browse for application files. You can associate


an executable program with the specified button.
Type the command-line arguments that are needed for the
specified application. This option is only available when
Arguments
Launch Application is selected from the Assign a
function drop-down list.

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Add a New Button


To define a new button, follow the steps below:
1. Tap New on the DL Buttons tab to open the Add Key text box.
2. Enter the desired key combination.

3. Tap OK to save the new button. Tap X to cancel.

Make sure you do not attempt to add a button that is


already defined.
NOTE

The keyboard wedge can activate assigned buttons


using alphanumeric characters. Barcodes containing
characters associated with assigned buttons will
trigger the action or application assigned to that
CAUTION
button.

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Triggers
Triggers are special customizable buttons that are mapped by
default by DL Buttons. Also, they can be set as wakeup buttons:

Triggers Available Functions


Scan
barcode: activates the scanner.
Pistol Trigger

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Application Switcher
The application switcher provides the same functionality as the
standard Windows® "Alt + Tab" function. This allows the user to
switch between the various open applications.
The application switcher is activated via an assigned shortcut key
specified in the DL Buttons tab (see Persistent Registry on page 80).
When the assigned button is pressed, the dialog box below is
displayed:

Press the assigned button to cycle through the running applications


when the dialog box is open. Press Enter to switch to the selected
application or Esc to close the application switcher.

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Desktop Configuration Utility (DXU)


Datalogic DXU is a unified device configuration utility and firmware
update utility. DXU can connect directly to the Skorpio X4 that
connects either directly to a PC via USB or remotely over a network,
either via Ethernet or Wi-Fi. DXU reports information about currently
connected devices.

DXU can configure a wide variety of device parameters, including the


scanner and most decoding parameters, the touch screen and the
keyboard, interfaces such as NFC, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, and
Ethernet, device settings such as date, time, time zone, and power
management, and security settings such as password access. DXU
can also configure communication parameters between the
application that runs on a PC and the client applications that run on
the device.
DXU offers a method to print out barcodes that Skorpio X4 users can
scan to quickly connect to DXU, called Scan2Deploy. DXU also offers
the capability to create barcodes that can completely configure the
device by scanning specific configuration barcodes alone, without
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helpful for configuring devices that operate in environments that


forbid the use of networked computers.
DXU offers remote control capabilities for remote troubleshooting,
allowing a DXU administrator an opportunity to remotely operate
the device to check settings, configure the device using its own user
interface, and to see what a user sees.

How DXU Works


DXU is really two applications working together. The DXU desktop
application runs on a Windows PC, providing convenient UI to
configure the Skorpio X4. An application runs continuously on the
device to extract current configuration settings and send them to
the DXU desktop application, and to receive updated settings from
the DXU desktop application and apply those configuration settings
to the device.

DXU configurations are stored as configuration files on the PC, and


are transmitted to and from the Skorpio X4 as XML web pages. XML
is a standard data format that is widely used for a variety of
applications on the internet. Some data is encrypted in the XML file
to protect your sensitive data from prying eyes, but most data which
is not sensitive is transmitted in plain text that can be easily viewed
and analyzed.

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DXU can connect directly to devices that are plugged into your PC via
USB, including those inserted into a powered dock which is
connected to your PC via USB. DXU can also connect to devices on
your network.
Ask your network specialists for more information.

Installation
The DXU desktop application must be installed on a Windows PC.
DXU Agent is already pre-installed on the Skorpio X4.

Supported Windows Versions


Windows Vista family
DXU is supported on both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows
Vista.

Windows 7 family
DXU is supported on both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows 7.

Windows 8 family
DXU is supported on both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows 8.

Windows 8.1 family


DXU is supported on both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows 8.1.

Windows 10 family
DXU is supported on both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows 10.

Unsupported Windows Versions


DXU may run on older, unsupported Windows versions, but Datalogic
technical support will not support users who have problems if they
install DXU on Windows versions no longer supported by Microsoft.

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How to Install DXU


1. Copy the installer file to any convenient location on your PC.
2. Launch the installer.
3. If User Access Control (UAC) is enabled on your computer,
authorize the installer to run. (UAC is enabled by default on all
supported Windows operating systems, but it can be disabled by
default. If you do not see this prompt, UAC may have been
disabled.)
4. Follow on-screen prompts to finish installing DXU.
5. Follow on-screen prompts to finish installing Datalogic Device
Support drivers.

Controls
DXU Agent Controls
DXU settings on the device can be configured with the DXU control
panel.

The following options are available in the DXU control panel:


1. Desktop Port number – needs to match setting on DXU Desktop.
Requires warm boot for change to take effect.

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2. Pair – Button to broad case UDP packets to automatic discovery


of device by DXU Desktop.
3. Enable service – when enabled DXU Agent on the device will
function. Requires a warm boot for change to take effect.

Version
This page displays the DXU Agent version number.

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DXU Application Controls


Available Device List and Configuration
The Available Devices list displays devices which are either currently
connected, have been connected since launching DXU, or were
manually connected at some time in the past. You can refresh the
view to automatically show devices or hide devices which connect
while you work on another device. In general, they should appear
automatically as they connect.

By default, No Devices Available will display when no devices


announce themselves to DXU either when they connect via USB or
when they connect over a network. Simply connecting the Skorpio
X4 to a network, even on the same subnet as the PC running DXU,
will not automatically display as being available. The device must try
to connect to DXU, which sends an announcement packet to DXU.
This can be done by scanning Scan2Deploy barcode labels. However,
connecting a device to the PC running DXU via USB will
automatically display it in DXU. You will need to enter the DXU
control panel on the device and press the Pair button in order to
Automatic Discovery of Devices to properly function.
To configure a connected device, you simply click its button under
Available Devices to load its configuration into DXU.

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To return to the DXU main window, click the Back button (generally, a
leftward pointing arrow in a circle).

Refresh
This button manually refreshes the display of currently connected
devices. This can overcome problems with the automatic display of
devices as they connect, and it can remove devices from the list that
are not currently connected.

Add Device
This button opens the Add Device dialog box which allows you to type
the IP address of a device. This dialog box does not support DNS
naming of devices. You can also use a custom TCP port if you have
configured your device to use one in DXU Agent. For convenience, this
field pre-populates with your PC’s IP subnet. You need only to type in

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the last number of your device’s IP address if it is in the same


subnet as your PC.

This dialog box allows you to manually connect to devices running


DXU Agent that are either inside your PC’s subnet or outside it. The
limitation is that devices on other subnets must be on a subnet that
is routable from your PC’s subnet. Consult with your network expert
for more information.
Once connected, devices that respond to DXU’s query over the
network will display in the Available Devices list.

Load Configuration
Clicking the Load Configuration button opens a standard file dialog
box that allows you to explore for and select a DXU configuration
file. Loading a configuration allows you to edit a device’s
configuration when the device is not connected to DXU. This also
allows you to save copies of this configuration to new locations or
file names, so you can edit a copy of the configuration while leaving
the original configuration unchanged.

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To load a configuration:
1. Click the Load Configuration button.
2. Explore to any folder where DXU configuration files are located,
then select any configuration file you wish. You can double-click
it to streamline opening it.
3. Click the Open button.
Note that the default location is your user directory on your PC, but
DXU remembers the last directory you opened a DXU configuration
file, and always starts in that directory the next time you wish to
open another DXU configuration file.

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Simplified Deploy
DXU desktop can be configured to enable the Datalogic out-of-box
experience Simplified Deploy, using Scan2Deploy. With Simplified
Deploy you can automatically connect your device to the network
and provision it. The Scan2Deploy button on DXU desktop can be
used to print barcodes that allow factory reset (Android) or clean
boot (WEC7) devices to automatically connect to Wi-Fi, update their
firmware, configure the device, and install applications.
In order for Simplified Deploy to function:
• The PC where DXU desktop is installed must be accessible
from the Wi-Fi network.
• There must be a Manifest File, a text file located in the folder
C:\Datalogic\DXUManifests.
• A Simplified Deploy barcode must be generated and printed
using the Scan2Deploy button on DXU desktop.

Manifest File
Manifest Files are text .ini files indicating which firmware versions
to update devices to ([update] tag), which DXU configuration file to
apply ([config] tag), and which .apk (Android) and .cab (WEC7) file
applications to install ([install] tag). It is recommended that [update]
tags be in separate manifest files. You can specify more than one
DXU configuration file to apply and more than one application to
install.
Additionally, you can have more than one active manifest files on
the PC where DXU desktop is installed, each with its’ own Simplified
Deploy Barcode to be used by Scan2Deploy utility on the device. In
this way you can easily have devices provisioned for different tasks.
By default, firmware, configuration files, and applications are
assumed to reside in the C:\Datalogic\DXUManifests folder. If they
don’t, the Manifest File entry must specify the path.

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Manifest File Format


[update]
<name of firmware file with full path on DXU Server PC>

[install]
<name of app1 to install file with full path on DXU
Server PC>
<name of app2 to install file with full path on DXU
Server PC>
...
<name of appN to install file with full path on DXU
Server PC>

[config]
<name of DXU configuration file file with full path on
DXU Server PC>

WEC7 Example
[update] firmware.img

[install] install.cab
C:\Users\DLUser\Documents\Wec7\auto_sync.cab

[config] defaultConfigWec7.dxu
C:\Users\DLUser\Documents\Wec7\my_user.dxu

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Scan2Deploy
Scan2Deploy allows the Skorpio X4 running DXU Agent to connect
using DXU Agent’s Scan2Deploy functionality by scanning a barcode.
There are two different Scan2Deploy buttons in DXU, and they have
different intentions and different scopes of functionality.

The Scan2Deploy button located on the main DXU page does not
require an active connection to a device to create a Scan2Deploy
barcode label. This button opens the Scan2Deploy dialog box
streamlined to create Scan2Deploy labels that can automatically
connect a device to a Wi-Fi access point on your PC’s subnet and to
automatically connect it to DXU, adding it to DXU’s Available Device
list.

Printing a Simplified Deploy Barcode


By embedding the IP address of the PC where DXU desktop is
installed, the security information for accessing the Wi-Fi network
and the name of the desired Manifest File, an encrypted barcode can
be printed for use by Scan2Deploy on the device.
To print this barcode, from DXU desktop:
1. Launch Scan2Deploy.

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2. Enter the Wi-Fi Configuration information so that the device can


connect to the network, including SSID and password.
3. Enter the Pairing Configuration, including the IP Address of the
PC which has DXU desktop installed, and the name of the
manifest file to be used. You can also create a New manifest file
as a template for either DXU configuration file or a firmware
update file. You could then edit the Manifest File .ini file in a text
editor, like Word Pad, to add applications to install.
4. Click the Print Preview button, enlarging the barcode view as
needed. And then print by clicking the upper left hand printer
button.

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Printing Custom Configuration Barcodes


Outside of Simplified Deploy, the Scan2Deploy button located in the
Datalogic Configuration Utility window can also automatically
connect devices to Wi-Fi access points and to DXU. This window
also has another tab which controls the ability to include
configuration data in the printed barcodes. This version of
Scan2Deploy can fully deploy a device configuration to devices which
don’t have network access to DXU on your PC. When the Include
Unmodified Changes checkbox is selected, all configuration items
will be included in the barcode set. This option results in several
barcodes being generated as true Scan2Deploy labels. After
scanning the first label in this set, DXU Agent’s Scan2Deploy window
on your device will display how many barcode labels must be
scanned, and will display your progress in scanning them all. Once
they are all scanned, DXU Agent will apply the configuration changes
automatically, as if you had connected to DXU to transfer the
changes.

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While it is possible to generate a Simplified Deploy barcode using this


window, it has the additional flexibility presented in the Device
Configuration tab, which allows printing barcodes to configure the
device without the need of the PC with DXU desktop being accessible
from the Wi-Fi network.

Wi-Fi Configuration Tab

Barcode Type Menu


The "Barcode Type" menu allows you to choose which barcode
symbology that Scan2Deploy labels will be printed in. Each barcode
symbology has advantages and disadvantages which may benefit
your organization.

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QR Code, Aztec Code, and Data Matrix are 2D barcodes that offer
high data density and larger capacity, but require 2D scanners to
scan them. PDF417 is a stacked linear barcode that offers moderate
data density and larger capacity than linear symbologies. Code 128
is a linear symbology that can be scanned by laser scanners, but its
data capacity is low, which may result in a great many individual
labels to be scanned in order to fully configure a device remotely.

Print Preview
The Wi-Fi Configuration tab offers a live preview of the barcode as
you select the barcode type and enter data into the dialog box’s
fields.

Save Button
You may save Scan2Deploy labels as graphic files, should this prove
convenient for including Scan2Deploy barcodes in an e-mail to a
remote office, for example.

Wi-Fi Configuration Controls


As with the other version of the Scan2Deploy dialog box, this group
of controls allows you to configure the automatic configuration of a
device’s Wi-Fi connection. Fields allow you to enter the SSID,
password, security method, and IP settings. If you select Static in
the IP Settings menu, additional field will appear allowing you to
configure a static IP address for the device that will scan these
Scan2Deploy barcodes.

If you configure Scan2Deploy labels with a static IP


address, do not have two different devices scan the
same label set, or an IP conflict will result. Consult
your network expert for more information.
WARNING

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Pairing Configuration Controls


These fields let you configure your connection to the PC you are
running DXU on. These fields are filled in automatically, but you can
change them to deliberately connect to another IP address where
another instance of DXU is running, for example.

Barcode Settings
As with the other version of the Scan2Deploy dialog box, this tab
allows to set the maximum size of each label by symbology. For
example, if you know that your devices can scan larger 2D labels than
DXU’s default setting, you can increase the size of your label so fewer
labels are needed to fully deploy your configuration.

Settings Window
The Settings window is opened by clicking the Settings button on
DXU main window. This view includes controls which should seldom
need to be changed, such as the language that DXU displays in, TCP
ports used to communicate with remote devices, and the About tab
that displays DXU’s version.

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Language Tab
The Language tab allows to switch the language that strings in DXU
are displayed in. The default language is US English, but you may
choose Italian, Chinese Simplified, or Chinese Traditional. Additional
languages may be added later without notice.

Advanced Settings Tab


The Advanced Settings tab allows to change TCP/IP ports that DXU
uses to communicate several types of information with remote
computers that are being configured.

The Desktop UDP Server Port (a) and the Device UDP Server Port (b)
fields must be set to the same value as the matching ports on the
remote device to ensure communication and remote configuration.
The Device HTTP Server Port (c) field must be set to the same value
as the matching ports on the remote device to ensure
communication and remote configuration. The Device VNC Server
Port field must be set to the same value as the matching ports on
the remote device to enable Remote Control.

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About Tab
The About tab displays DXU’s version. This is likely the first question
that Datalogic technical support may ask you if you call in with a
question.

Desktop Configuration Utility View


This is the view you see when you click on a device’s button in the
Available Device list. It displays a large picture of your device’s model,
along with the model name and serial number.

Configure this Device Button


This button allows to configure individual parameter values on your
device from DXU. The types of settings include scanner settings,
enterprise settings, system configuration settings, DXU Agent
configuration settings, SoftSpot settings, Tap2Deploy device-side
settings, and SureLock settings. Other settings may be added in the
future. Additional settings may be available depending on hardware
options installed on your device, and may depend on software
installed on your device.

Device Info Button


Clicking this button displays the Device Info window, which displays
your device’s Wi-Fi radio capabilities, the type of barcode scanner on
the device, the operating system version, battery information, the
firmware version installed on your device, and the version of the
enterprise SDK, which may be important for troubleshooting.

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Remote Control Button


Clicking this button opens a Remote Control window that displays
what is visible on the screen of the device you are currently
connected to. This window also includes buttons to remotely
activate the devices external buttons, and to capture a screen shot
of what is visible on its screen.

Firmware Update Utility Button


Clicking this button opens the Firmware Utility dialog box, which you
can use to update the firmware on your device.

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Scan2Deploy Button
Clicking this button opens the Scan2Deploy dialog box (see see
“Printing Custom Configuration Barcodes” on page -101). Use it to
create Scan2Deploy barcode sets that can fully configure a device
without network access to DXU on your PC, containing all
configuration settings in one set of barcodes and applying them by
scanning the labels - all without the need to use Simplified Deploy.

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Tasks
Connect to a Device via USB
You can connect to the Skorpio X4 by connecting it to your PC with a
USB cable. DXU will connect to it directly without any further set-up.
1. Launch DXU.
2. Connect your device to your PC with a USB cable.
3. Click the device’s button in the Available Device list.

Connect to a Device via Network Manually


If DXU Agent on the device has its Enable Discovery Manager
feature enabled and DXU has Automatic Discovery of Devices
enabled under Advanced Settings, then clicking Refresh should
display it in the Available Device list if it is in the same subnet.
However, if you want to manually add a device in DXU, make sure
both device and system are in the same subnet and follow these
steps:
1. From the DXU main window, click Add Device;

2. In the Add Device dialog box, enter the IP address of the device
and optionally its port, if it is has been changed from the default;

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You will see the IP Address and port details displayed on


the DXU main window along with the model name, serial
number, and an illustration of the device.
NOTE

3. Click OK to complete.
The added device will display on the left side of the console under
Available Device.

You can also directly connect the device to DXU using USB.

NOTE

Connect to a Device via Network Using Scan2Pair


These steps assume you already have your network set up, and you
already have your printer set up. To connect a device to a Wi-Fi
access point and to DXU using the default settings, follow the steps
below:
1. Launch DXU.
2. Click Scan2Deploy on the DXU main window.
3. Enter the SSID and Password for the Wi-Fi access point that your
device will use to connect to your network.

In most cases you should be able to leave other fields with


their default values. You may, of course, change those
values as needed to work with your network setup.
NOTE

4. Click Print Preview.

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5. Click Print in the button bar.


6. Since Print dialog boxes vary by the model of your printer,
configure the print as you normally do. Close these dialog boxes
to exit.
7. Click Start menu > Programs > Device Tools > Scan2Deploy.

Scan to Configure, also under Device Tools, allows you to


configure a Wavelink Avalanche barcode to configure.
NOTE

8. Scan the barcode.


Your device should appear in the Available Device list of the DXU
main window. Click Available Device to continue configuring your
device.

Delete a Device from the Available Device List


Click the exit button (X) located at top right of the device.

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Configuration Files
DXU configuration files end with the *.dxu file extension. They are
XML files that can contain binary data for some configuration items,
such as wallpaper images.

Save a Configuration File


To save a configuration file, follow the steps below:
1. From the Device Configuration window, click the Save As button.

2. You may type the path and the file name in the field, or you can
click the Browse button to use a standard file dialog box to
explore to the folder of your choice and type the file name.
Unusually, clicking the Save button in the Save As dialog box does
not actually save the configuration file, but returns you to the
Save Configuration dialog box.
3. Optionally, you may select the Use Password check box and type
a password into the field. This will force anyone who opens this
configuration file in the future to correctly type the password in
order to open the file.
4. Click Save.
5. Click OK to dismiss the confirmation dialog box.

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Open a Configuration File


To load a configuration file previously saved, do this:
1. Launch DXU.
2. Click the Load Configuration file. This will open a standard file
dialog box.
3. Explore to your configuration file, select it, and click Open.

Open a Configuration File Which is Authenticated


DXU displays a login prompt when you open a configuration file that
requires authentication and when you connect to a device with a
password set in the DXU Agent.

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To open a configuration or to connect to a device which requires


authentication:
1. Open a configuration file or load the configuration from a
connected device.
2. Type the user name for this configuration/device into the User
Name field.
3. Type the password for this configuration/device in the Password
field.
4. Click OK.

Edit a Configuration File Off-line


You can edit configuration files even when the device they were
drawn from are not connected to DXU. Follow the steps below:
1. Open your configuration file.
2. Edit any settings you wish.
3. Either save the result to a new configuration file, or just save to
the same configuration file.

Add Comments to Configuration Settings


Comments can be added to any tab, node, or parameter in the Device
Configuration window. Comments are indicated with a small text
balloon icon.

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To add a comment:
1. Open a configuration file or load the configuration from a
connected device.
2. Click Configure This Device.
3. Right-click any tab, node, or parameter, then select Add
comment in the context-sensitive menu.
4. Type your comment.
5. Click OK save. A small text balloon will appear next to the item
you commented on.
To edit a comment:
1. Right-click any item with a small comment icon.
2. Select Edit comment in the context-sensitive menu.
3. Edit your comment.
4. Click OK to save.

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Show Comments
You can show all comments in a configuration file in one handy table
by doing this:
1. Open a configuration file or load the configuration from a
connected device.
2. Click Configure This Device.
3. If there are no comments, add them.
4. Click Show Comments in the button bar.
You can select and edit comments in this table by double-clicking the
Comment field. Click the exit button (X) to close the dialog box.

Configure a Device On-line


Once you have added the device to Desktop Configuration Utility, you
can click ist name under the Available devices list and use the
Configure This Device option to start configuring the device. There is
also an option to add comments on all the listed settings.

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Configure a Device Off-line via Scan2Deploy


DXU’s Desktop Configuration Utility window allows to generate a
Scan2Deploy barcode set for device configuration. The device
settings modified using the console can be saved, printed and
scanned by a remote user of a device to configure it.

The Device Configuration tab has the following additional options:


1. Barcode Type: selects the barcode symbology used to print the
Scan2Deploy labels. Different symbologies have advantages and
disadvantages, so DXU gives you a choice.

2. Include Unmodified Changes: when you configure a device using


the console, you don’t always wish to configure all the settings,
so by default the generated codes for configuration do not
include unmodified settings. However, once selected, the Include
Unmodified Changes option allows you to also include
unmodified changes in the barcode set, letting you fully
configure a remote device even when it does not have network
access to your DXU console computer.

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3. Include Binary Data: DXU configuration files can contain some


data in binary formats, like wallpaper images. The Include Binary
Data option allows you to include all binary data in the barcode
set. Note that excluding binary data can significantly reduce the
size of your configuration file, and also the number of barcode
labels in a set used to convey that configuration when printed as
a Scan2Deploy label set.
To create a Scan2Deploy label set:
1. Open a configuration file or load the configuration from a
connected device.
2. Click Configure This Device.
3. Configure any settings you wish.
4. (Optional) Save your configuration.
5. Click the Back button to return to the Desktop Configuration
Utility window.
6. Click the Scan2Deploy
7. Click the Device Configuration tab.
8. (Optional) Select the Include Unmodified Changes check box to
include all configuration settings in your Scan2Deploy barcodes.
9. (Optional) Select the Include Binary Data check box to include
binary data like the desktop wallpaper image in the configuration
barcodes.

This option will increase the number of barcode labels in


the Scan2Deploy label set.
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10. (Optional) Select the barcode symbology in the Barcode Type


menu.
11. Click Save to save your barcode label set as a graphic image file.
12. Click Print Preview, then click the Print button in the button bar
and complete using your printer’s Print dialog box.
To apply the configuration by scanning the Scan2Deploy barcodes:
1. Resume your device and unlock its screen.
2. Launch the DXU Agent application.
3. Tap Menu, and then select the Scan2Pair command.
4. Scan any label in your Scan2Deploy label set.

Some configurations are small enough to fit on only one


barcode label, and others may have many barcodes to
scan.
NOTE

5. Continue to scan all the barcodes on the list. Once the last label
is scanned, the configuration will be put into effect, and an
on-screen notification will confirm that your configuration is
complete.
6. Tap Home to exit.

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Configure DXU
You can change DXU’s language and the TCP/IP ports used to
communicate with DXU Agent on remote devices, enable automatic
discovery of devices, enable logging, and reset DXU’s settings back to
their default values.

Configure DXU’s Language


DXU can display its controls in several languages. US English is the
default, but you can also select Italian, Chinese Simplified or Chinese
Traditional.
To change DXU’s language:
1. From the DXU main window, click Settings.

2. Select the language you prefer in the Language menu.


3. Click the Back button (a leftward pointing arrow in a circle) to
return to DXU main window.

Configure DXU Communication Settings


You can configure the TCP/IP ports used by DXU to communicate
with the DXU Agent on the Skorpio X4. Configure these settings only
if you understand how these changes affect your network. Consult
your network expert for more information.

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To configure DXU’s UDP and TCP ports:


1. From the DXU main window, click Settings.
2. Click the Advanced Settings tab.

3. Edit the port values to match the ports used by the DXU Agent
on your devices:
a. The Desktop UDP Server Port configures the UDP port for
the DXU server running on the console PC. It is set to UDP
port 3453 by default.
b. The Device UDP Server Port configures the UDP port for the
DXU Agent server running on the device. It is set to UDP
port 3453 by default.
c. The Device HTTP Server Port configures the TCP port for the
DXU Agent server running on the device. It is set to TCP port
80 by default, like common web servers.
d. The Device VNC Server Port configures the TCP port for VNC
running on the device. It is set to TCP port 5900, like
common VNC servers.

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4. Click the Back button (a leftward pointing arrow in a circle to


return to the DXU main window).

Enable Automatic Discovery of Devices


You can enable the automatic discovery of your device by the DXU.
This is not enabled by default.

Do not enable automatic discovery if you have more


than one user of DXU console in your subnet, or you risk
having two DXU administrators changing the settings
on any particular device in your subnet at once. DXU
WARNING will warn you if it launches and detects another
instance of DXU already running in your subnet.

To enable automatic discovery of devices:


1. From the DXU main window, click the Settings button.
2. Click the Advanced Settings tab.
3. Select the Enable Automatic Discovery of Devices check box.
4. Click the Back button (a leftward pointing arrow in a circle) to
return to the DXU main window.

Enable Logging on the DXU Console PC


DXU can log its activities, and this can be very helpful for technical
support to help you diagnose those unexpected problems that
always seem to pop up after software is released to actual users.
Logging is not enabled by default. Once enabled, the DXU’s default
log file location is stored in your user directory at the following path:
"C:\Users\<user>\AppData\Roaming\Datalogic DXU".
To enable logging:
1. From the DXU main window, click Settings.
2. Click the Advanced Settings tab.

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3. Select the Enable Logging check box.


4. Click the Back button (a leftward pointing arrow in a circle) to
return to the DXU main window.

Reset Advanced Settings to Defaults


To reset the DXU’s Advanced Settings to their default values follow
the step below:
1. From the DXU main window, click the Settings button.
2. Click the Advanced Settings tab.
3. Click the Reset Advanced Settings button.
4. Click Yes to confirm.
5. Click the Back button (a leftward pointing arrow in a circle) to
return to the DXU main window.

Create Scan2Deploy Labels to Fully Configure Remote Devices


The Scan2Deploy button in the Datalogic Configuration Utility
window can automatically connect devices to Wi-Fi access points
and to DXU. Also, the Scan2Deploy window has a further tab which
allows you to include configuration data in the printed barcodes.
This version of Scan2Deploy can fully deploy a device configuration
to devices which don’t have network access to DXU on your PC.
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configuration items will be included in the barcode set. This option


results in several barcodes being generated as true Scan2Deploy
labels. After scanning the first label in this set, the DXU Agent’s
Scan2Deploy window on your device will display how many barcode
labels must be scanned, and your progress in scanning them all.
Once they are all scanned, the DXU Agent will apply the configuration
changes automatically, as if you had connected to DXU to transfer
the changes.

To create Scan2Deploy barcodes that can completely configure your


device:
1. Open a configuration file or load the configuration from a
connected device.
2. Click Configure This Device.
3. Configure any settings you wish.
4. (Optional) Save your configuration.
5. Click Back to return to the Desktop Configuration Utility window.
6. Click Scan2Deploy.
7. Click the Device Configuration tab.
8. (Optional) Select the Include Unmodified Changes check box to
include all the configuration settings in your Scan2Deploy
barcodes.

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This option will increase the number of barcode labels in


the Scan2Deploy label set.
NOTE

9. (Optional) Select the Include Binary Data check box to include


binary data such as the desktop wallpaper image in the
configuration barcodes.

This option will increase the number of barcode labels in


the Scan2Deploy label set.
NOTE

10. (Optional) Select the barcode symbology in the Barcode Type


menu.
11. Click Save to save your barcode label set as a graphic image file.
12. Click Print Preview, then click the Print button in the button bar
and complete using your printer’s Print dialog box.
To apply the configuration by scanning the Scan2Deploy barcodes:
1. Resume your device and unlock its screen.
2. Launch the DXU Agent application.
3. Tap Menu, and then select the Scan2Pair command.
4. Scan any label in your Scan2Deploy label set.

Some configurations are small enough to fit on only one


barcode label, and others may have many barcodes to
scan.
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5. Continue to scan all barcodes on the list. Once the last label is
scanned, the configuration will be put into effect, and an
on-screen notification will confirm that your configuration is
complete.
6. Tap Home to exit.

View Device Info for a Connected Device


You can view information about a device that is connected to DXU.
This information includes the capabilities of the device’s Wi-Fi radio,
the type of barcode scanner it has, the OS version, the battery type
and state of charge, the firmware version and the version of the
Datalogic Enterprise SDK.
To view information about the device you are connected to:
1. Load the configuration from a connected device.
2. Click Device Info.
3. Click the Back button (a leftward pointing arrow in a circle) to
return to the DXU main window.

View Device Info Recorded in a Configuration File


You can view information about the device from which a
configuration file was extracted. This information includes the
capabilities of the device’s Wi-Fi radio, the type of barcode scanner it
has, the OS version, the battery type and state of charge, the
firmware version and the version of the Datalogic Enterprise SDK.
To view information about the device from which a configuration file
was extracted:
1. Open a configuration file or load the configuration from a
connected device.
2. Click Device Info.

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3. Click the Back button (a leftward pointing arrow in a circle) to


return to the DXU main window.

Remote Control
Remote Control allows to see what is displayed on the screen of a
connected device. This window also includes buttons to remotely
activate the device’s external buttons, and to capture a screen shot
of what is visible on its screen. Note that clicking a button on screen
does not physically press a button, or even trigger it electrically, but
sends an event message to the system as if you had pushed a
physical key or tapped a physical button on the touch screen.

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Unlock the Screen Using Remote Control


You can unlock the screen by dragging your mouse on the Remote
Control screen.
To start Remote Control and unlock a device’s screen:
1. Launch DXU.
2. Connect the device to DXU either directly using USB or through
the network via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, or scan a Scan2Deploy label.
3. Click the device button in the Available Device list.
4. Click the Remote Control.
5. If the device is suspended, press the Power button at the bottom
of the Remote Control window.
6. Click the lock icon and drag it rightward, releasing it over the
unlocked lock icon at the right edge of the Remote Control
window.

1. Home Button
At the bottom of the Remote Control window, the Home button
activates the device’s Home button, which switches the display to
the Home screen.

2. Menu Button
At the bottom of the Remote Control window, the Menu button
activates the device’s menu. Not all the applications have a menu, so
this feature depends on which application is active when you click
the Menu button.

3. Power Button
At the bottom of the Remote Control window, the Power button
toggles the device’s power state as if you had pressed the device’s
Power button. If the device is awake, clicking the Power button will

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turn off the screen, locking the screen if the device is configured to
do that. If the device’s screen is off, clicking the Power button will
resume the device.

4. Back Button
At the bottom of the Remote Control window, the Back button takes
the device to the previously viewed screen or application as if you
had tapped the device’s Back button.

5. Scan Button
At the bottom of the Remote Control window, the Scan button
activates the device’s barcode scanner as if you had pressed one of
the Scan keys on the device. There are some limitations: the scanner
will not scan if:
• there is no application running that can receive its data;
• the Camera application is showing its live preview or taking a
photograph or recording a video;
• none of the device’s scan buttons are configured to scan.
However, if your device is configured to scan barcodes and an
application is receiving the data, then the Scan button will trigger a
scan remotely.

6. Save a Screenshot of Remote Device


At the bottom of the Remote Control window, the Save button takes
a screenshot of the remote computer and prompts to save it to your
PC. The default path is your user folder.

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Set a VNC Password


VNC is a standard protocol for remotely controlling PCs and other
computers, and it allows the use of a password to prevent unwanted
remote access to computers.

The VNC password must match between the DXU console


and the DXU Agent on the device.
NOTE

Set a VNC Password in DXU Agent


You can set a password for VNC in DXU Agent. This field allows VNC
communication to be authenticated, so prying eyes cannot remotely
connect to and control your device. This field is blank by default.
To set or edit a VNC password in DXU Agent:
1. Resume your device and unlock its screen.
2. Launch the DXU Agent application.
3. Tap Menu to display the menu.
4. Tap the Settings button.
5. Clear the Enable Service check box.

You must clear "Enable Service" before you can change any
setting in DXU Agent.
NOTE

6. Tap the Password button in the VNC Settings section.


7. Type a password in the field. It can be numbers, letters, or some
punctuation characters.
8. Tap OK.

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9. Select the Enable Service check box.


10. Tap Home to exit.
To authenticate Remote Control when a password is set on the
device:
1. Launch DXU.
2. Connect the device to DXU either directly using USB or through
the network via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, or scan a Scan2Pair label.
3. Click the device button in the Available Device list.
4. Click the Remote Control button.
5. Type the device’s VNC password in the field, and then click OK.

Set or Edit the VNC Authentication Password from DXU


You can change a device’s VNC password from DXU. It is a
configuration parameter in the Device Configuration window. Follow
the steps below:
1. Open a configuration file or load the configuration from a
connected device.
2. Click the Configure This Device.
3. Click the DXU Configuration tab.
4. Click the General Settings node in the middle pane.
5. Type a password in the VNC Authentication Password field, or
edit the value in that field.

The value in this field is encrypted for security. Once


entered, it will be displayed as asterisks.
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6. Click the Back button (a leftward pointing arrow in a circle) to


return to the DXU main window).

Update Firmware
You can update the Skorpio X4’s firmware from DXU. DXU provides
the following options:
• a Silent Install where no user interaction is required on the
device;
• a Force Update where the firmware is reinstalled even if the
device reports that it already has the same version installed;
• a factory data reset or an enterprise reset can be performed
after updating the firmware;
• the update can simply reboot the device without performing an
update.

DXU firmware update is not the only way to update the


firmware on the Skorpio X4. DXU’s firmware update
capability works only with connected devices. If you need a
NOTE method that can update firmware on many devices
remotely, especially if they are not connected to a network,
then other methods may suit your needs better. Please
consult your device’s user reference guide for other
firmware update methods.

Customarily firmware update is referred to as "update" on


devices that use Microsoft Windows operating systems,
and it is referred to as "upgrade" on devices that use the
NOTE Android operating system. These terms are used because
the creators of these operating systems use these terms,
but the terms essentially mean the same thing.

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Silent Install
This option allows to perform an image update that does not require
any user interaction on the device. If cleared, the user will be
prompted to perform the update, but has the option to cancel the
update. This check box is not selected by default.

Force Update
This option allows you perform a full upgrade of the firmware
regardless of what is installed on the device. By default, the
firmware upgrade utility will compare the version of the image file
with what is already running on the device, and if they match it will
skip updating. This is done to save time and prevent inconveniences
for most users in the field. However, in rare circumstances a
firmware image can become corrupted in the field, and this option
allows a DXU administrator to perform a full firmware upgrade,
disregarding the version reported by the device.

Factory Data Reset After Installing Firmware


A factory data reset is a full reset of the device intended to return it
to factory defaults. This reset deletes all user data, settings and
installed applications, and resets the device’s real-time clock to its
default date and time. Data on microSD cards is not affected.

Enterprise Reset After Installing Firmware


An enterprise reset is much like a factory data reset, except that it
does not reset network connections (such as Wi-Fi settings),
custom desktop wallpaper graphics and splash screen graphics. In
every other way, it resets the device, including restoring flash
memory to factory defaults, removing installed applications,
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Update Firmware on a Connected Device


You must first connect to a device to update its firmware with DXU.
The connection can be either with USB, or over a network using Wi-Fi
or Ethernet.
To perform a firmware update with DXU:
1. Launch DXU.
2. Connect the device to DXU either directly using USB or through
the network via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, or scan a Scan2Pair label.
3. Click the device button in the Available Device list.
4. Click the Firmware Utility button.
5. Click the Browse button to open a standard file dialog box to
browse for and select a suitable firmware image file.

DXU will automatically filter your view of file types to those


that are compatible with your device.
NOTE

6. Navigate to your firmware image file, select it and click Open.


- (Optional) Select the Silent Install check box if you wish to
perform a firmware update that does not require user
interaction on the device.
- (Optional) Select the Force Update check box if you wish to
force a complete reinstallation of this image on the device.
- (Optional) Select an option from the Reset Type menu if
you wish to perform a factory data reset or an enterprise
reset after the image update is completed, or if you just
want to have the device reboot without resetting at all.
7. Click Update.

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Configuring SureLock and SureFox


Device and browsing lockdown can occur using SureLock and
SureFox. These lockdown settings can be set via the DXU desktop.
There are two important prerequisites to configuring these settings
when creating a DXU configuration file:
1. The EULA on the device must first be accepted. This can be
performed by first launching SureLock or SureFox on the device
and accepting the EULA. Future versions of DXU Desktop will
allow you to remotely accept this EULA just once for your entire
installation.
2. The Enable SureLock Password and/or Enable SureFox
Password fields must have the current password. The Default
password is "0000".

SureLock

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SureFox

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Change the SureLock and/or SureFox Password


After completing the above steps, you can enter the new password
in the Change Password field.

SureLock

SureFox

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Command Line DXU Execution


DXU allows for command line execution, i.e. via a .bat batch file. This
is a convenient method for configuring multiple devices without the
need to launch the UI or the DXU desktop, or to configure Simplified
Deploy. This configuration can happen via USB or through Wi-Fi
(assuming the device has already been connected to the Wi-Fi
network).
Optionally, you can perform Simplified Deploy with a manifest file,
without using Scan2Deploy.

Usage
DXU command line options are:
• DXU –put <filename.dxu>
• Applies configuration file to any USB connected devices
• DXU –put <filename.dxu> -ip <ipaddress>
Applies configuration file to device of specific IP address
• DXU –man <filename.ini>
Applies Simplified Deploy to any USB connected devices
• DXU –man <filename.ini> -ip <ipaddress>
Applies Simplified Deploy to device ofspecific IP address

To output a log file, add the optional parameter:


-log <logfilename>.

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Datalogic Desktop Utility


Datalogic Desktop Utility (DDU) allows administrators to configure
Windows® devices to control individual user access. This includes
the ability to:
• Prevent users from changing your device OS settings.
• Use the Application Selector to replace the desktop with a
selection of authorized applications.
• Restrict user access in Internet Explorer.
• Set up configuration and customized error recovery
mechanisms.
• Create quick access hot keys and configure trigger actions.
To open the DDU, double-tap the DDU icon on the Control Panel:

You can also open the DDU by pressing the appropriate key
shortcut. The default is "Alt + 6".

You can change the key combination and specific keys


(such as <F1>-<F10>) by using DL Buttons. See DL
Buttons on page 83 for more information.
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Administrative Options (Admin tab)

Command Description
Enable Datalogic Select to activate the DDU functions such as Windows
Desktop Access Restrictions and Application Selector.
Enter password Allows to specify a password when this utility is launched.
Re-enter password Re-enter the password for confirmation.
Set Password Tap to enable the password.
Tap to reset the default values of all the functions on all
Set Defaults the tabs. After you select this option, you will receive a
prompt to verify this selection.

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Set a Password
To set a password, follow the steps below:
1. Enter a password in the Enter password text box. By default the
password is "1234". A password can consist of all standard
keyboard characters.
2. Re-enter the password in the second text box.
3. Tap Set Password to enable the password.
4. Tap OK to close the Password Set dialog box.

Be sure to record the Password for future reference.


NOTE

Tap "Set Password" before exiting DDU in order to store


and activate your new password. It is not necessary to
select Enable Datalogic Desktop.
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Set Defaults removes all custom settings and restore all


the factory default settings, except a previously set
password.
CAUTION

Change a Password
To change to a new password:
1. Enter a new value in the Enter password text box.
2. Re-enter the new value in the Re-enter password text box
3. Tap Set Password.

Remove a Password
To remove a password:
1. Enter blank in both password fields.
2. Tap Set Password.

Password Request Dialog Box


Once the password is set, the next time you launch the Datalogic
Desktop Utility, the DDU password dialog box opens:

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1. Type in your password using either the keypad on the unit, or


using the stylus on the soft input panel (SIP). If you enter an
incorrect password, the system will prompt you to input the
correct one.
2. Tap OK to verify the password, or tap X to cancel.

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Locked Web Browser Options (LockedWeb Tab)


Tap the LockedWeb tab to access the Locked Web Browser
configuration.

Locked Web Browser is disabled by default. To enable, use


the Advanced Settings tab.
NOTE

For further information about Locked Web Browser commands and


metatags, see Locked Web Browser Options (LockedWeb Tab) on
page 144.

Error Page Redirection


Use the Error redirection option to provide customized recovery from
common errors. When an error occurs, the browser can redirect
access to a specified error page with instructions on how to recover
from the problem.

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Error Redirection Options


The Error Type drop-down list displays available Error Types:
(400) Invalid Syntax, (403) Request Forbidden, (404) Object Not
Error Type Found, (406) No Response Format, (410) Page Doesn't Exist,
(500) Internal Server Error, (501) Server Can't Do That, Generic
Error, Network Disconnected.
Edit this textbox to associate a website or html file with the
Error Page
specified error.
Other Options
Full Screen Sets the web browser in full screen mode.
Enables or disables the status icons view (see Status Icons
Status Icon Options (Status Tab) on page 149). The status icons can
be configured on the Status tab of DDU.
When selected:
• all key presses will be trapped by the Locked Web Browser
to prevent the user from accessing unsafe parts of the sys-
tem. For example, pressing "Ctrl + O" to open a file will not
work;
• safe key presses (e.g. Alpha numeric) will still get processed
by the Locked Web Browser as normal. For example enter-
ing a number in a text field on a web page;
Trap Keys • DL Buttons keys will not work in the LockedWeb Browser;
• all Locked Web Browser command keys will work (e.g. "Ctrl +
O" to exit).
When not selected:
• all keys will be processed normally by the system and the
browser;
• DL Buttons keys will work normally;
• all Locked Web Browser command keys will work (e.g. "Ctrl +
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Other Options
When selected, you are prompted for a password to exit the
Locked Web Browser. This password is different than the DDU
Exit password
password, with a default value of "0000", and can be changed in
the Advanced settings.
Browser Sets the Internet Explorer home page, regardless of the enable
Home Page state of the Locked Web Browser.
Allows to enable the Locked Web Browser and to configure
Advanced
advanced settings.

Advanced Settings

Advanced Locked Web Browser Options


General
Enable Locked Enables the Locked Web Browser when Internet Explorer is
Web Browser launched.
Prevents the browser from loading the local intranet page from
Disable Cache cache instead of navigating to the Network Disconnected
error redirection page.

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Advanced Locked Web Browser Options


Restricts browsing only to files and URLs in the Allowed
Website List (accessed by the button). The following dialog
box appears:

Allowed
Website List

Tap Add to add allowed URLs to the white list. Other sites will
be restricted when the option is enabled. Domain names must
be exactly specified.
Allows to change the password required to exit the Locked Web
Change Exit
Browser (when the Exit password option is selected on the
Password
LockedWeb tab in DDU).
Context Menu
Enable Context Enables the context menu accessed by a touch screen tap in the
Menu Locked Web Browser.
Refresh Adds a Refresh item to the Locked Web Browser context menu.
Adds a Stop item to the Locked Web Browser context menu.
Stop
Selecting during navigation stops the downloading of a page.
Adds a Current URL item to the Locked Web Browser context
Current URL menu. Selecting the item pops up a dialog displaying the URL for
the current web page.
Adds an About item to the Locked Web Browser context menu.
About
Selecting the item pops up the About dialog.

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Advanced Locked Web Browser Options


Adds a Back item to the Locked Web Browser context menu.
Back
Selecting the item allows to navigate to the previous page.
Adds a Home item to the Locked Web Browser context menu.
Home
Selecting the item allows to navigate to the IE home page.
Adds a Minimize item to the Locked Web Browser context
Minimize menu. Selecting the item minimizes the Locked Web Browser
and allows access to other programs.
Adds a Show SIP item to the Locked Web Browser context
Show SIP
menu. Selecting the item toggles the show state of the SIP.
Adds an Exit item to the Locked Web Browser context menu.
Selecting the item exits the Locked Web Browser with an
Exit
optional password (set in the Locked Web Browser Advanced
options).

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Status Icons Options (Status Tab)


Tap the Status tab to access the Status Icons option. You can
configure the view of some status icons that are used in LockedWeb
and in Application Selector to display the status of Wi-Fi radio and
battery.

Status Icons Options


Icon size Sets the status icons’ size.
Icon locations
Selects the preferred location for each status icon.

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Windows Controls (Win Tab)


Tap the Win tab to allow or restrict access to Windows system
functions.

You can disable normal Windows functions such as the taskbar,


leaving nothing but a blank workspace. This allows to run
applications in full screen mode and prevents users from accidental
or unauthorized use of the taskbar, Internet Explorer, and any other
resident applications.
Windows Controls
Show taskbar Select to display/hide the Taskbar.
Select to display the taskbar. This option is only available
Taskbar enabled
when Show taskbar is selected.
Start menu Select to display the Start Menu. This option is only available
enabled when Taskbar enabled is selected.
AutoSIP enabled Enables the AutoSIP Windows feature.
Select to display horizontal and vertical scroll bars to help
Scroll bars
view large web pages which do not fit the screen.
enabled
This control only takes effect in Locked Web Browser.
WEC7 desktop
Select to display the desktop icons.
enabled

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Changes require a device reboot.

NOTE

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AppSelector Options (AppSelect Tab)


The Application Selector replaces the desktop and allows only
authorized use of applications.
Tap the Application Selector tab (AppSelect) to edit, add, or delete
applications for the application selector.

Application Selector Options


Enable
Application Select to enable the application selector.
Selector
Select to enable the status icons view (see Status Icons
Show status
Options (Status Tab) on page 149). The status icons can
icons
be configured on the Status tab of DDU.
Authorized
List of applications that the user can access.
applications
Application Selector Commands
New Tap to create a new application entry.
Edit Tap to edit the selected entry.
Del Tap to delete the selected entry.
Up/Down Tap to move an entry up or down in the ListView.

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Add Application
The Add Application dialog opens when you tap either New or Edit.
Use it to configure and/or add/change a new application entry in
the list.
Applications with the Run Application at Startup option enabled will
start automatically when the Application Selector starts up.

Command Description
Type the name of the application in the way it should
Application Title
appear on screen for the end-user.
Executable Displays the path for the executable file you want to run.
Tap to browse for the desired executable file. You can
Browse associate an executable program with the specified button.
The results of this search are displayed in the Executable
textbox.
Type any command line arguments to be used when an
Arguments
application is executed.
Icon File Displays the path to the desired icon file.

Browse Tap to browse for the desired icon file. The results of
this search are displayed in the Icon file textbox.

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Command Description
Select to force the application to auto start when the
Run Application at
Application Selector starts up. Applications will be started
Startup
in the order listed in the authorized application list.
Enter a delay duration in seconds in the combo box.
Delay This option delays auto start of application(s) to allow
drivers to load before starting applications.
OK Tap to add/save changes.
X Tap to cancel.

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App Selector (Application Selector)


The Application Selector is an application allowing a device to run in
kiosk mode. The administrator can choose for the user to have
access to the desktop or not.
The Application Selector can replace the desktop and limit the user
to the specified list of applications.
By default, the Application Selector comes with no applications
preset.

The administrator can customize this list as shown in AppSelector


Options (AppSelect Tab) on page 152. Additionally, the page
template can be modified to display a different background. Contact
your Datalogic representative for more information on this feature.
To run an application, tap its name.
To exit the Application Selector, press "ALT + 6", deselect the Enable
Application Selector check box on the AppSelect Tab and press OK to
exit DDU.

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Locked Web Browser


The Locked Web Browser is a browser helper object for Internet
Explorer. It allows an administrator to define a restricted internet
usage environment. Once in the restricted environment, a password
is required to exit. This means users can only access web
applications and websites set by the administrator.

Configuration is set up through the DDU control panel. See


Locked Web Browser Options (LockedWeb Tab) on
page 144 for more information.
NOTE

Full Screen Mode CE Mode

In full screen mode, status icons may be used to display signal


strength and battery status. In CE mode, the status bar is displayed
but the user interaction is disabled.

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In the restricted environment, the user can navigate by using the


following keyboard shortcuts:
Home Ctrl + 7
Refresh Ctrl + 8
Cancel Ctrl + 9
Exit Ctrl + 0

For firmware versions 1.60 and greater, the following command line
arguments are supported:
• /E optional parameter which allows for Exit without entering
a password
• @URL optional parameter which specifies a URL to use as a
home page.
• /C optional parameter which disables the ctrl keys (including
the one to exit).

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Locked Web Browser Special Metatags


General Metatag Comments
A metatag is a special HTML tag that stores information about a Web
page but does not display in a Web browser. For example, metatags
provide information such as the program used to create the page, a
description of the page, and keywords relevant to the page.
As per the HTML specification, all metatags must be contained within
a <head> …
</head> tag set.
Also, the head tag set must be complete within the first 15K of the
web page.
The Datalogic Locked Web Browser defines some special metatags
that allow the web application to interact with the device:
In particular, the special metatags allow it to:
• enable/disable scan engine triggers
• enable/disable specific symbologies in the scan engine
• easily assign a key press to a javascript function.
Metatag settings of trigger enable, symbology enable, or DL_Key
assignments persist past the page in which they are loaded. The
settings stay in effect until they are changed by another metatag.

Trigger Metatag
DL_Triggers – "Enable" or "Disable" all triggers
If the page contains this tag, the triggers are enable or disable
depending on the "content=" value.
Example:
<meta http-equiv="DL_Triggers" content="Disable">

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GetSerialNumber Meta-tag
DL_GetSerialNumber – Obtains the device serial number and sends
it as an argument to a customer’s javascript function.
Content – name of function to pass serial number to.
Example:
<meta http-equiv="DL_GetSerialNumber" content=
"Javascript:CustomerFunction">
When a page with this metatag is loaded, the content should be a
javascript function that receives one parameter, the serial number.
An example would be function CustomerFunction(SerialNumber).

Reboot – Warm Boot Device Metatag


DL_Reboot – Warm boot device.
Content – "OnPageLoad" – Warm boot immediately upon page load.
Example:
<meta http-equiv="DL_Reboot" content=" OnPageLoad ">

Exit Metatag
DL_Exit – Exit the Locked Web Browser.
Content – "OnPageLoad" – Exit immediately upon page load. If "Exit
password" has been enabled in the Locked Web Browser options,
the Exit password will be required before exit.
Example:
<meta http-equiv="DL_ Exit " content=" OnPageLoad ">

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Decoding Metatags
Each decoding metatag has a possible content of "Enable" or
"Disable". The settings are valid for the entire page (enables/disables
each symbology).

DL_Code_39 DL_Code_128 DL_Code_I25 DL_Code_S25


DL_Code_M25 DL_Code_CODABAR DL_Code_93 DL_Code_UPCA
DL_Code_UPCE DL_Code_EAN13 DL_Code_EAN8 DL_Code_MSI
DL_Code_MSR DL_Code_GS1_14 DL_Code_GS1_LIMIT
DL_Code_GS1_EXP DL_Code_PDF417 DL_Code_DATAMATIX
DL_Code_MAXICODE
DL_Code_TRIOPTIC
DL_Code_PHARMA39
DL_Code_RFID
DL_Code_MICROPDF417
DL_Code_COMPOSITE
DL_Code_QRCODE DL_Code_AZTEC
DL_Code_POSTAL

Examples:
<meta http-equiv="DL_Code_39" content="Disable">
<meta http-equiv="DL_Code_I25" content="Enable">

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Key Press Metatags


The key press metatags can be used to call JavaScript functions.
They have the name structure: "DL_Key_xxx" where xxx is the VKey
code.
Example:
<meta http-equiv="DL_Key_13" content="Javascript:CheckEnter();">
Assigning a key press via a DL_Key metatag overrides its use on the
page. For instance, when entering data in a text box a character
assigned as a DL_Key would not be entered in the text box. Instead,
the javascript action would occur.
Refer to the Microsoft website to find the list of all the possible Vkey
codes:
http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb431750.aspx
http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/aa243025(VS.60).aspx

Because DL_Keys persist past the page in which they


were loaded, the DL_Clear metatag is provided to clear the
settings on subsequent page loads.
NOTE

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Scanning Metatags
DL_Scan – Captures scan results and sends barcode/tag value to a
javascript function on the web page.
If the "content=" value is a javascript function the device will be taken
out of keyboard wedge mode and start listening for scan events. A
scanned barcode/tag result will be used as an argument to that
javascript function which is then invoked.
If the "content=" value is "Wedge" then the device will stop listening
for scanned event and enter keyboard wedge mode.
If the "content=" value is "Disable" then the device will stop listening
for scanned events but not enter keyboard wedge mode.
Example:
<meta http-equiv="DL_Scan" content="Javascript:ValidateInput()">.

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PAL and PAL Communicator


Pal is an easily customizable program that is ready-to-use for data
entry needs.
Pal Communicator is a PC application that allows you to manage the
data transfer between a host computer and mobile devices.
For further information refer to the Pal & Pal Communicator User's
Guide, downloadable from our website (see Support Through the
Website on page 239).

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Autostart
The AutoStart program provides three functions:
• allows to create a list of applications (with optional command
line arguments) to run automatically before loading CAB files;
• automatically reinstalls specified CAB files when the Skorpio
X4 is cold booted;
• allows to create a list of applications (with optional command
line arguments) to run automatically after loading CAB files.
AutoStart launches each time the Skorpio X4 is rebooted executing
each line with the specified command line arguments. It will take into
account any AutoStart options at the beginning of the line.
Upon a Cold Boot, AutoStart installs all the CAB files located in the
\FlashDisk\CAB folder. If the CAB folder does not exist, no CAB files
will be installed.
AutoStart will then run the Autostart.ini from the \flashDisk
directory, executing each line with the specified command line
arguments. It will take into account any AutoStart options at the
beginning of the line.

Installing CAB Files


Copy any CAB files you want to install into the \FlashDisk\CAB
folder. These CAB files will then be automatically in-stalled in
alphabetical order the next time you start the device.

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How AutoStart Uses Wceload

If you intend to create highly interactive installers, you


should either install the CABs manually or review the
section Interactive CAB Install on page 166.
NOTE

In certain environments, CAB files will be deleted after


execution. To prevent the CAB file from being deleted,
write protect the file before copying the file onto the
CAUTION device.

CAB files are installed by AutoStart using the Wceload.exe


application. The following table shows available command line
option:
Option Description
Specifies that you will not be prompted for any input during
the installation. If the CAB file is signed, any responses will
/noui
automatically be answered Yes. If the CAB is unsigned, then
any responses will be answered No.
/silent Suppresses dialog boxes during the installation.

Please refer to the Microsoft documentation on your device for


further details on Wceload.exe.
Sample:
\Windows\Wceload.exe /delete 1 /noui /silent
"\FlashDisk\CAB\<cab file>"

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Interactive CAB Install


If the CAB installer requires user interaction that must be performed
during the AutoStart CAB installation process, you can specify a
special file name to disable the silent mode installation. If this mode
is specified, the CAB file will be installed with Wceload without any
command line arguments specified.
An example of what AutoStart would execute is:
\Windows\Wceload.exe <cab file>
To force this mode of installation via AutoStart, rename the CAB file
to include a _ character before the .cab extension of the file.
Example:
File.cab should be renamed File_.cab to force AutoStart to
not install the CAB in silent mode. This specially-named CAB file
should be placed in the AutoStart folder with other CAB files intended
for installation on the next reboot.

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Autostart.ini
A file named PreAuto.ini can also be created in addition to
or instead of Autostart.ini. PreAuto.ini is executed before
CAB files in the \FlashDisk\CAB folder are installed.
NOTE Autostart.ini is executed after CAB files in the
\FlashDisk\CAB folder are installed. The format for the
PreAuto.ini is identical to that of Autostart.ini.

Autostart.ini is a text file that AutoStart will run upon startup of the
Skorpio X4, and after any CAB files are installed. This file should be
placed in the \flashDisk folder. AutoStart will run the Autostart.ini
file on each reboot of the device.

Line Formatting
Each line of the Autostart.ini can consist of Autostart options, an
executable, and any command line arguments.
< Autostart option(s)> <full path to
executable> <command line arguments>
Sample:
- \windows\pword.exe \file.doc
The following table breaks down the sample Autostart.ini line:
Autostart
Full Path to Executable Command Line Arguments
Option(s)
- \windows\pword.exe \file.doc

Spaces must be placed between each component of the line in the


Autostart.ini.

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If the executable path is in a folder that contains spaces in the name,


quotes are required to distinguish what the actual executable name
is. The following is an example of this:
"\Program Files\ScannerApp.exe" /run
(valid)
\Program Files\ScannerApp.exe /run
(invalid)
The second line is an invalid line because there is no way to
distinguish the executable from the argument.

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AutoStart Options
The table below shows the options you can use when writing a line
in the Autostart.ini file.
Description Character Comments
This may only be used as the
first character of the line. If the
Comment: This line will not
‘#’ OR ‘ ‘ (space) comment option is specified in
be executed.
the options elsewhere, it is
ignored.
Do not wait on line
completion: This will cause
the line to execute and ‘-’
immediately move onto the
next line.
This will halt parsing the
Query: Request user Autostart.ini until the
confirmation when running ‘?’ confirmation is answered. This
the executable. is intended for debugging the
Autostart.ini file.
Execute only on Cold Reset ‘!’
Execute only after a warm
‘%’
boot

Cold Reset Only: This will cause the line to execute only after a Cold
Reset.

An empty line will be treated as a comment line.


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Combining Options
Autostart options can be combined together as shown in the
following sample:
?- \Windows\Pword.exe
This line would:
• request confirmation before executing the line. The next line
would not be processed before the confirmation is answered;
• run the next line without waiting on the current line to
complete execution.

Query Option
The query option is intended for use when debugging the
autostart.ini. When a line with this option is executed, the fol-lowing
dialog box will appear with the specified executable and command
line arguments. The populated fields shown in the AutoStart Execute
Query are described the next table:

Field Description
Line Number The line number in the script being executed.
Exe The executable as parsed by AutoStart.
Args The argument as parsed by AutoStart.

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The fields may be broken up into multiple lines (as shown


in the example) due to limited space in the dialog box.
NOTE

AutoStart Query Options


Parentheses are used to surround the given field and make clear
what the value of the field is.
The following table describes the results of each choice:
Button Action
Yes The current line will execute.
The current line will not execute. AutoStart will continue parsing
No
the Autostart.ini.
The current line will not execute and AutoStart will discontinue
Cancel
parsing the Autostart.ini.

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Autostart.ini Samples
The next table is a collection of sample Autostart.ini lines:
Line Description
This will confirm the execution of
? \windows\wceload.exe "\My
\Windows\wceload.exe with specified
Documents\Sample.cab"
argument "\My Documents\Sample.cab"
(invalid) This will execute \Program with the
\Program Files\App.exe
argument Files\App.exe.
(invalid) This will execute \Program with the
\Program Files\App.exe /run
argument Files\App.exe /run.
This will execute the program \Program
"\Program Files\App.exe" /run
Files\App.exe with the argument /run.
This will confirm the execution of
\Windows\Pword.exe. If the execution is
?- \Windows\Pword.exe
confirmed, AutoStart will immediately
process the next line.
This will execute the program \Program
!"\Program Files\App.exe" /run Files\App.exe with the argument /run
ONLY after a Cold Reset.

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Tools
Windows Embedded Compact 7 SDK
The latest version of the Windows CE SDK can be downloaded from
http://www.datalogic.com on the Skorpio X4 product page. This
installer includes a detailed help file and sample applications.

Prerequisites
• ActiveSync 4.5 for Windows XP computers:
http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?id=15
• Windows Mobile Device Center 6.1 or newer for Windows 7
32-bit computers:
http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?id=14
• Windows Mobile Device Center 6.1 or newer for Windows 7
64-bit computers:
http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?id=31
82
• For C, C++, C# development, Microsoft Visual Studio 2008:
- Microsoft Visual Studio 2008 Service Pack 1:
http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=122094 or
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.as
px?id=13276 (iso file)
- https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx
?id=11935: when debugging Windows Embedded Compact
7 application using the Visual Studio 2008 for Smart

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Devices debugger, a user might not be able to use the


single step function. This update addresses this issue
- http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id
=27729: an update is available for Microsoft Visual Studio
2008 Service Pack 1 (SP1) that extends support for
Windows Embedded Compact 7
(https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/2468183)
• Windows Mobile 6 Professional Development Kits Refresh is
required for all Windows Mobile or Windows Embedded
Handheld 6.5 devices using C, C++, C# languages. Go to this link
to download the file:
http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id
=6135
• Windows Mobile 6 Professional Development Kits Refresh is
also required for Windows CE devices using C, C++, C#
languages when developing on a Windows 7 64-bit computer.

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Data Capture
The Skorpio X4 has an integrated imager that collects data by
scanning barcodes.
See “Data Capture Configuration” on page -50 for instructions on
configuring the scanner settings.

Imager 1D Data Capture


The imager uses digital camera technology to take a digital picture
of a barcode, the image is stored in memory and software decoding
algorithms are executed to extract the data from the image.
To scan a barcode symbol:
1. From the Decoding Properties window, tap the barcode icon to
open the Decoded Data window.

or

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From the WEC7 desktop, double-tap the Microsoft WordPad


icon:

2. Point the scan window at the barcode from a distance within the
reading range.
3. Press the scan key or the pistol trigger. The green lighted band
emitted by the imager must completely cross the barcode as
shown in the figure on the next page.

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If the scan has been successful:


• If enabled, the good read LED glows steadily green for a
configurable time.
• If enabled, the good read beep plays.
• If enabled, the Green Spot projects a green spot onto the
barcode image.
• The barcode type and content data display on the screen.
The field of view changes its size as you move the reader closer or
farther away from the barcode.
Scan symbols with smaller bars or elements (mil size) closer to the
unit and those with larger bars or elements (mil size) farther from
the unit. Hold the Skorpio X4 between two and nine inches
(depending on symbol density) from the symbol.

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Imager 2D Data Capture


The imager uses digital camera technology to take a digital picture of
a barcode, the image is stored in memory and software decoding
algorithms are executed to extract the data from the image. The
omni-directional scanning does not require that the operator orient
the barcode to align with the scan pattern.
To scan a barcode symbol:
1. From the Decoding Properties window, tap the barcode icon to
open the Decoded Data window.

or
From the WEC7 desktop, double-tap the Microsoft WordPad
icon:

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2. Point the scan window at the barcode from a distance within the
reading range.
3. Press the scan key or the pistol trigger. The imager projects a
laser aiming pattern similar to those used on cameras. The
aiming pattern is used to position the barcode or object within
the field of view.

4. Center the symbol in any orientation within the aiming pattern.


Ensure the entire symbol is within the rectangular area formed
by the brackets in the aiming pattern, then either wait for the
timeout or release the scan key to capture the image. A red
beam illuminates the symbol, which is captured and decoded.

Linear Bar Code 2D Matrix Symbol

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If the scan has been successful:


• If enabled, the good read LED glows steadily green for a
configurable time.
• If enabled, the good read beep plays.
• The barcode type and content data display on the screen.
The field of view changes its size as you move the reader closer or
farther away from the barcode. The aiming pattern is smaller when
the imager is closer to the barcode and larger when it is farther from
the barcode.
Scan symbols with smaller bars or elements (mil size) closer to the
unit and those with larger bars or elements (mil size) farther from
the unit. Hold the Skorpio X4 between two and nine inches
(depending on symbol density) from the symbol, centering the aiming
pattern cross hairs on the symbol.

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Connections
There is more than one way to connect the Skorpio X4 to a host PC
running Windows. Each requires specific connections in order to
function properly.

Windows Mobile® Device Center


The desktop application Windows Mobile® Device Center allows you
to synchronize information between a desktop computer and your
Skorpio X4. Synchronization compares the data on the Skorpio X4
with that on the desktop computer and updates both with the most
recent information.
Windows Mobile® Device Center can be downloaded from Microsoft
website www.microsoft.com. It is only compatible with Windows
Vista and Windows 7; if you run Windows XP or earlier, you have to
download Microsoft ActiveSync.
You can establish a connection to your Skorpio X4 through the
following interfaces:
• USB either directly or through the Single Dock.
• RS232 either directly or through the Single Dock.
• Bluetooth® (see Bluetooth® Manager Device Setup on
page 73)
To establish a partnership between the Skorpio X4 and a host PC,
start Windows Mobile® Device Center and follow the steps below:
1. Connect the Skorpio X4 to the host PC. Windows Mobile® Device
Center configures itself and then opens.

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2. On the license agreement screen, click Accept.


3. On the Windows Mobile® Device Center’s Home screen, click Set
up your device.
4. Select the information types that you want to synchronize, then
click Next.
5. Enter a device name and click Set Up.
When you finish the setup wizard, Windows Mobile® Device Center
synchronizes the mobile computer automatically. Microsoft® Office
Outlook® emails and other information will appear on your device
after synchronization.

The Skorpio X4 running WEC7 does not come equipped with


Microsoft Office Outlook or any other application that
allows users to view contact, calendar, e-mail, or task data.
NOTE Users can view files copied to the Skorpio X4 by WMDC's
file synchronization feature.

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USB Connection
USB Direct Connection
You can use any standard USB charge/communication cable to
directly connect the Skorpio X4 to a host computer and transfer data
through the USB interface.

Host Computer

Skorpio X4

Standard USB cable

Connection through the cable complies to USB 2.0


standard.
NOTE

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USB HandyLink™ Connection


You can use the Datalogic HandyLink cable 94A051970 to directly
connect the Skorpio X4 to a host computer to transfer data through
the USB interface.

Host Computer
Skorpio X4

94A051970 HandyLink
USB Client Cable

The HandyLink cable complies to USB 2.0 standard.

NOTE

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USB Dock Connection


The Single Dock can be connected to the host computer by means of
the Micro-B USB cord 94A051968.
Once the host computer has been turned on, insert the Skorpio X4
mobile computer into the dock.

Host Computer
Skorpio X4 Single Slot Dock

94A051968 Micro
USB Client Cable Power
Supply

Connection through the dock complies to USB 2.0


standard.
NOTE

The actual data transfer speed can be appreciably lower


than the maximum theoretical speed.
NOTE

Don’t insert the wall charger into the micro USB port
when the Skorpio X4 is inserted into the dock.
CAUTION

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Connection to USB Peripherals


You can connect the Skorpio X4 to a standard 101-key USB keyboard
or to a standard USB flash memory device. Connect the terminal to a
standard USB cable or to the Datalogic 94A051971 HandyLink
Micro-USB host cable (together with a standard USB cable* if
needed). For all these devices maximum current draw must be less
than 100mA.

Keyboard with USB interface Skorpio X4

Standard USB cable

Skorpio X4
USB hard drive/
external memory source

Standard 94A051971 HandyLink


A to Micro A Micro-USB Host Cable
USB Cable*

* A standard USB cable is needed only if the USB hard driver or flash memory device does
not include its own cable with a "A" plug on it.

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Connect the Single Slot Dock to the peripheral by means of a


Micro-A USB cord, or use a Micro-A to Std-A receptacle USB adapter
such as Datalogic 94A051969 (together with a standard USB cable*
if needed).

Skorpio X4 Single Slot Dock

USB hard drive/


external memory source

Standard 94A051969
A to Micro A Micro-USB Power
USB Cable* Host Cable Supply

Skorpio X4 works with most of the mentioned USB


peripherals. Datalogic cannot guarantee the
interoperability of Skorpio X4 with all devices on the
NOTE market.

Connection complies to USB 2.0 standard.


NOTE

The actual data transfer speed can be appreciably lower


than the maximum theoretical speed.
NOTE

* A standard USB cable is needed only if the USB hard driver or flash memory device does
not include its own cable with a "A" plug on it.

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RS232 Connection
You can use the Datalogic 94A051972 cable to directly connect the
Skorpio X4 to a host computer to transfer data through the RS232
interface.

Host Computer
Skorpio X4

94A051972 HandyLink
Micro RS232 Client Cable

RS232 Dock Connection


The Single Slot Dock can be connected to the Host by means of a
standard null modem cable such as Datalogic 94A051020 CAB-427
for 9-pin connections.
Once the host computer has been turned on, insert the Skorpio X4
mobile computer into the cradle.

Host Computer
Skorpio X4 Single Slot Dock

94A051020 CAB-427 Power


RS232 Null Modem Cable Supply

188 Skorpio™ X4
Connections

WLAN Connection
Skorpio X4 802.11 a/b/g/n radio models can communicate with the
host using the on-board Wi-Fi radio and an Access Point connected
to a network.
For more information on this utility, refer to WCU (Wireless
Configuration Utility) on page 61.

Skorpio X4 Skorpio X4

Access Point

Host

User’s Manual 189


Connections

WPAN Connection
Skorpio X4 Bluetooth® models can communicate with a Bluetooth®
device, such as a printer, within a range of 10 m, using the on-board
Bluetooth® module.

Bluetooth® Printer

Skorpio X4

To extend battery life, the Bluetooth® module is off by


default. To enable the Bluetooth®, open the Bluetooth
Manager Window (see Bluetooth® Manager Device Setup
NOTE on page 73).

Suspending the terminal powers off the Bluetooth® radio


and drops the Bluetooth® connection. When the terminal
resumes, it takes approximately 10 seconds for the
NOTE Bluetooth® radio driver to re-initialize the radio.

190 Skorpio™ X4
Connections

Area coverage and Bluetooth® radio performance may


vary, due to environmental conditions or interference
caused by other devices (microwave ovens, radio
NOTE transmitters, etc.).

User’s Manual 191


Connections

Wireless and Radio Frequencies Warnings


Use only the supplied or an approved replacement
antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications or
attachments could damage the product and may
violate laws and regulations.
WARNING
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF
signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not
be shielded against the RF signals generated by
Skorpio X4.
Datalogic recommends persons with pacemakers or
other medical devices to follow the same
recommendations provided by Health Industry
Manufacturers Associations for mobile phones.
Persons with pacemakers:
• Should ALWAYS keep this device more than
twenty five (25) cm from their pacemaker and/or
any other medical device;
• Should not carry this device in a breast pocket;
• Should keep the device at the opposite side of the
pacemaker and/or any other medical device;
• Should turn this device OFF or move it immedi-
ately AWAY if there is any reason to suspect that
interference is taking place.
• Should ALWAYS read pacemaker or any other
medical device guides or should consult the man-
ufacturer of the medical device to determine if it is
adequately shielded from external RF energy.

192 Skorpio™ X4
Connections

In case of doubt concerning the use of wireless


devices with an implanted medical device, contact
your doctor.
Turn this device OFF in health care facilities when any
WARNING
regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do
so. Hospitals or health care facilities may use
equipment that could be sensitive to external RF
energy.
RF signals may affect improperly installed or
inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor
vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its
representative regarding your vehicle. You should also
consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has
been added to your vehicle.
An air bag inflates with great force. DO NOT place
objects, including either installed or portable wireless
equipment, in the area over the air bag or in the air
bag deployment area. If a vehicle’s wireless
equipment is improperly installed and the air bag
inflates, serious injury could result.
Turn off the device when in any area with a potentially
explosive atmosphere. Observe restrictions and follow
closely any laws, regulations, warnings and best
practices on the use of radio equipment near fuel
storage areas or fuel distribution areas, chemical
plants or where any operation involves use of
explosive materials.

User’s Manual 193


Connections

Do not store or carry flammable liquids, explosive


gases or materials with the device or its parts or
accessories.
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are
WARNING
often, but not always, clearly marked or shown.
Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire,
resulting in injury or even death.

194 Skorpio™ X4
Technical Features
Technical Data

Physical Characteristics

Handheld: 19.3 x 7.6 x 4.2 cm (6.1 x 3.5 cm at keyboard) / 7.6 x


Dimensions 3.0 x 1.3 in (2.4 x 1.4 in at keyboard).
Pistol Grip: 19.3 x 7.6 x 15.6 cm / 7.6 x 3.0 x 6.2 in.

Handheld (with standard battery): 388 g / 13.7 oz.


Handheld (with hi-cap battery): 422 g / 14.9 oz.
Weight
Pistol Grip (with standard battery): 482 g / 17.0 oz.
Pistol Grip (with hi-cap battery): 516 g / 18.2 oz.

TFT / Transflective LCD with 240 x 320 pixel resolution.


Display
LED backlight and integrated touch screen, 3.2 inch diagonal.

50-key full alphanumeric, 38-key functional or 28-key numeric


Keyboard
keyboard with backlight.

Environmental

Drop Resistance Withstands drops from 1.8 m / 6.0 ft onto concrete.


IP64
Particulate and Water
Operating: -10 to 50ºC / 14 to 122ºF
Sealing Temperature
Storage: -20 to 70ºC / -4 to 158ºF

User’s Manual 195


Technical Features

Electrical

Removable battery pack with rechargeable LiIon batteries;


MicroUSB for fast battery charging.
Standard: 3.7 V; 3,000 mAh (11.1 Watt-hours); standard on all
Battery
handheld models.
Extended: 3.7 V; 5,200 mAh (19.2 Watt-hours); standard on all
Pistol Grip models.

Wireless Communications
TI Wi-Link 8, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n.
Local Area Network
Frequency Range: Country dependent, typically 2.4
(WLAN)
and 5 GHz; Cisco Compatible CCX v4 Security.
Personal Area Network Bluetooth v4 with BLE (Android models).
(WPAN) Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR (WEC7 models).

Interfaces
Main connector with USB 2.0 High Speed Host (480
Mbps) and Client, RS-232 up to 115.2 Kbps.
Interfaces MicroUSB port for power and communications.
Ethernet: via single dock (external module) or
multi-slot dock.

196 Skorpio™ X4
Technical Features

System

Microsoft Windows Embedded Compact 7 (WEC7) or


Operating System
Android v4.4*.

Audio Wideband Speech (HD Audio) supported on Android.


Expansion Slots Micro Secure Digital slot (SDHC) up to 32 GB.

Microprocessor TI OMAP4 @ 1 GHz.

RAM Memory: 1 GB.


Memory Flash Memory: 8 GB (partially used for firmware and
reserved data).

* OS swap from WEC7 to Android 4.4 or from Android 4.4 to WEC7 is supported on all
Skorpio X4 configurations. The OS swap must be performed at a Datalogic Service Center.

Software

Applications Pal Application Library pre-licensed (WEC7 only).

Wavelink Avalanche® pre-licensed (WEC7 only), 42 Gears


SureLock pre-licensed for device.
Configuration &
lockdown (Android only); SOTI MobiControl, Datalogic
Maintenance
xPlatform Utility (DXU) pre-licensed, Datalogic Desktop
Utility (DDU) pre-licensed for device lockdown (WEC7 only).

WEC7: Datalogic Windows SDK™, Wavelink® Studio™,


Development MCL-Collection™.
Android: Datalogic Android SDK, Xamarin SDK.

SureLock locked web browser pre-licensed for WEC7 and


Browser
Android models.

Wavelink® Terminal Emulation™ pre-licensed (for Pistol


Terminal
Grip/WEC7 models only).
Emulation
StayLinked SmartTE (for Android).

User’s Manual 197


Technical Features

Decoding Capability
Auto discriminates all standard 1D codes including
1D / Linear Codes
GS1 DataBar™ linear codes.

Aztec Code, Data Matrix, MaxiCode, PDF417,


2D Codes
MicroPDF417, Micro QR Code, QR Code.

Australian Post, Japanese Post, KIX Code, Royal Mail,


Postal Codes
USPS Intelligent Mail, USPS PLANET, USPS POSTNET.
UPC/EAN/JAN Composites, GS1 DataBar Composites
GS1 Composite Codes and GS1-128 Composite (Composites supported on
WEC7 only).

Reading Performance

Megapixel sensor for extended range.


White LED Illumination.
2D Imager
Optical Resolution: 1D codes: 3 mils; 2D codes: 6.6 mils.
(Standard Range)
Depth of Field (typical): 4.5 to 74 cm / 1.7 to 29.1 in (13
mil/EAN), depending on bar code density and type.

2500 pixel sensor; Sharp green LED scan line.


Optical Resolution: 2.5 mils (linear codes).
1D Imager
Depth of Field: 4.0 to 74 cm / 1.5 to 29.1 in (13
mil/EAN), depending on bar code density and type.

198 Skorpio™ X4
Technical Features

Safety & Regulatory


The product meets necessary safety and regulatory
Agency Approvals
approvals for its intended use.

Enviromental
Complies to EU RoHS.
Compliance

VLD - Class 2 IEC/EN60825-1; Compliant with 21 CFR


Laser Classifications 1040.10 except for deviations pursuant to laser notice
No. 50 dated June 24, 2007.

LED Classification Exempt Risk Group IEC/EN62471.

Warranty

Warranty 1-Year Factory Warranty.

User’s Manual 199


Technical Features

Decode Distances
Skorpio X4 Imager 1D Linear CCD
Resolution (mils)/
Far Typical Working Ranges
Barcode Type
3 mils 6.30 in
Code 39 16 cm

5 mils 11.81 in
Code 39 30 cm

10 mils 19.69 in
Code 128 50 cm

13 mils 25.20 in
EAN 64 cm

20 mils 47.24 in
Code 39 120 cm

200 Skorpio™ X4
Technical Features

Skorpio X4 Imager 2D
Resolution (mils)/
Far Typical Working Ranges
Barcode Type
3 mils 7.48 in
Code 39 19 cm

5 mils 12.99 in
Code 39 33 cm

10 mils 9.84 in
Datamatrix 25 cm

13 mils 25.59 in
EAN13 65 cm

15 mils 13.78 in
Datamatrix 35 cm

20 mils 39.37 in
Code 39 100 cm

User’s Manual 201


Technical Features

NOTES

202 Skorpio™ X4
Test Codes
High Density Codes - 0.25 mm (10 mils)

Code 39

17162

Interleaved 2/5

0123456784

Code 128

test

User’s Manual 203


Test Codes

High Density Codes (continued) - 0.25 mm (10 mils)

80%

EAN 13

80%

EAN 8

204 Skorpio™ X4
Test Codes

Medium Density Codes - 0.38 mm (15 mils)

Code 39

17162

Interleaved 2/5

0123456784

Code 128

test

User’s Manual 205


Test Codes

Medium Density Codes (continued) - 0.38 mm (15 mils)

100%

EAN 13

100%

EAN 8

206 Skorpio™ X4
Test Codes

Low Density Codes - 0.50 mm (20 mils)

Code 39

17162

Interleaved 2/5
, ,

0123456784

Code 128
, ,

test

User’s Manual 207


Test Codes

Low Density Codes (continued) - 0.50 mm (20 mils)

120%

EAN 13

120%

EAN 8

208 Skorpio™ X4
Test Codes

2D Codes

Datamatrix ECC200

Example

Inverse Datamatrix ECC200

Example

User’s Manual 209


Test Codes

NOTES

210 Skorpio™ X4
Maintenance
Cleaning the Device
Periodically clean the Skorpio X4 device using a soft cloth slightly
dampened with only water or Isopropyl Alcohol (70%). Do not use any
other cleaning agents (e.g. different alcohol, abrasive or corrosive
products, solvents) or abrasive pads to clean the device.

Dock Contacts Cleaning Procedure


All exterior metal contacts/connectors exposed to spills, dirt or
debris accumulation require periodic cleaning to ensure best
performance during charging and data transmission.
Use a soft, lint-free dry cloth or lens tissue to clean the product
(contacts and plastics). An antistatic cloth is preferable but you can
also use a cotton cloth. Avoid wool, synthetic cloths or other
materials that can cause electrostatic discharges.
If the contacts are very dirty, clean them with a soft cloth moistened
with a diluted non-aggressive cleaning solution or a diluted
isopropyl alcohol solution (20% maximum). A cotton swab may be
used only on hard-to-reach contacts.
Clean the contacts when you see traces of dirt or when you
experience solid connection issues between the terminal and its
dock (device not charging or intermittent communications). It is
however suggested to clean the contacts every 6 months (more
often if the environment is dusty).

User’s Manual 211


Maintenance

If the plastic areas are very dirty use only a cloth dampened with
water.

Do not use abrasive or aggressive cleaning agents or


abrasive pads to clean electric contacts, scan windows
or plastics.
CAUTION

Cleaning the Dock Contacts


1. Remove the power cable before cleaning the contacts.
2. Use a soft dry cloth as suggested above. If the product is very
dirty, moisten the cloth in a non-aggressive cleaning solution or
diluted isopropyl alcohol solution (20% maximum).
3. Gently rub the cloth back and forth ONLY along the contacts,
following the directions indicated by the red arrows. Use care not
to leave any cloth residue.

4. Use a dry cloth to remove any dirt near the contacts area and to
clean the plastic parts. If the plastic parts of the equipment are
very dirty, slightly dampen the cloth with only water.
5. Repeat steps 2, 3 and 4 using a clean dry cloth.

212 Skorpio™ X4
Maintenance

6. Allow the cleaning solution to fully evaporate before powering


up the product.

Cleaning the Dock Auxiliary Battery Contacts


1. Remove the power cable and the Ethernet module before
cleaning the contacts.
2. Use a soft dry cloth as suggested above. If the product is very
dirty, moisten the cloth in a non-aggressive cleaning solution or
diluted isopropyl alcohol solution (20% maximum).
3. Gently rub the cloth back and forth ONLY along the contacts,
following the directions indicated by the red arrows. Use care
not to leave any cloth residue.

4. Use a dry cloth to remove any dirt near the contacts area and to
clean the plastic parts. If the plastic parts of the equipment are
very dirty, slightly dampen the cloth with only water.
5. Repeat steps 2, 3 and 4 using a clean dry cloth.
6. Allow the cleaning solution to fully evaporate before powering
up the product.

User’s Manual 213


Maintenance

Ergonomic Recommendations
In order to avoid or minimize the potential risk of
ergonomic injury follow the recommendations below.
Consult with your local Health & Safety Manager to
ensure that you are adhering to your company’s safety
CAUTION programs to prevent employee injury.

• Reduce or eliminate repetitive motion


• Maintain a natural position
• Reduce or eliminate excessive force
• Keep objects that are used frequently within easy reach
• Perform tasks at correct heights
• Reduce or eliminate vibration
• Reduce or eliminate direct pressure
• Provide adjustable workstations
• Provide adequate clearance
• Provide a suitable working environment
• Improve work procedures.

214 Skorpio™ X4
Safety and Regulatory Information
Read this manual carefully before performing any type of
connection to the Skorpio X4.
The user is responsible for any damage caused by
NOTE incorrect use of the equipment or by inobservance of the
indication supplied in this manual.

General Safety Rules


• Before using the device and the battery pack, read carefully
the chapter Battery on page 17.
• Use only the components and accessories supplied by the
manufacturer for the specific Skorpio X4 being used.
• Do not attempt to disassemble the Skorpio X4, as it does not
contain parts that can be repaired by the user. Any tampering
will invalidate the warranty.
• When replacing the battery pack or at the end of the operative
life of the Skorpio X4, disposal must be performed in
compliance with the laws in force in your jurisdiction.
• Do not submerge the Skorpio X4 in liquid products.
• For further information or support, refer to this manual and to
the Datalogic web site: www.datalogic.com.

User’s Manual 215


Safety and Regulatory Information

Power Supply
The device is intended to be supplied by a self-contained
rechargeable Lithium Ion battery pack (UL listed LPS/SELV power
source) and/or by UL Listed/CSA Certified Power Unit LPS/SELV
power source which supplies power directly to the unit via the micro
USB connector of the cable.
The device could be also used with Certified Accessories
(Dock/Cradle). The Dock/Cradle accessories are intended to be
supplied by a UL Listed/CSA Certified Power Unit LPS/SELV which
supplies power via the power connector of the cable.
Any changes or modifications to equipment, not expressly approved
by Datalogic could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.

216 Skorpio™ X4
Safety and Regulatory Information

Laser Safety
The following information applies to Laser Aiming System, used on
Skorpio X4 variants with 2D imager.
The laser light is visible to the human eye and is emitted from the
window indicated in the figure below.
LASER LIGHT - DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT
MAX OUTPUT RADIATION 1 mW
COMPLIANT WITH EN 60825-1 (2007) and EN 60825-1 (2014)

The artwork below may be only a draft. Please refer to the


label attached to the product for information about
certification marks.
NOTE

Scan Window

Laser Warning Label

Marks Label

Printed Data Label

User’s Manual 217


Safety and Regulatory Information

ITALIANO DEUTSCH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL


DIE
LASER-STRAHLUNG LE RAYON LASER A LUZ LÁSER ES
LA LUCE LASER È
IST FÜR DAS EST VISIBLE À L'OEIL VISIBLE AL OJO
VISIBILE ALL'OCCHIO
MENSCHLICHE AUGE NU ET IL EST ÉMIS HUMANO Y ES
UMANO E VIENE
SICHTBAR UND WIRD PAR LA FENÊTRE EMITIDA POR LA
EMESSA DALLA
AM STRAHLAUS DÉSIGNÉE SUR VENTANA
FINESTRA INDICATA
TRITTSFENSTER L'ILLUSTRATION INDICADA EN LA
NELLA FIGURA.
AUSGESENDET DANS LA FIGURE FIGURA.
(SIEHE BILD)
RAYO LÁSER
RAYON LASER NO MIRAR FIJO
LUCE LASER LASERSTRAHLUNG
EVITER DE EL RAYO
NON FISSARE IL NICHT IN DER
REGARDER APARATO
FASCIO STRAHL BLINKEN
LE RAYON LÁSER DE
APPARECCHIO PRODUKT DER
APPAREIL LASER DE CLASE 2
LASER DI CLASSE 2 LASERKLASSE 2
CLASSE 2 MÁXIMA
MASSIMA POTENZA MAXIMALE
MAXIMUM POTENCIA
MEDIA DI USCITA: 1 DURCHSCHNITTLICHE
PUISSANCE MEDIA DE
mW AUSGANGLEISTUNG:
MOYENNE DE SALIDA: 1 mW
LUNGHEZZA 1 mW
SORTIE: 1 mW LONGITUD DE
D'ONDA EMESSA: WELLENLÄNGE:
LONGUER D'ONDE ONDA EMITIDA:
630~680 nm 630~680 nm
EMISE: 630~680 nm 630~680 nm
CONFORME A EN ENTSPR. EN 60825-1
CONFORME A EN CONFORME A
60825-1 (2007) E EN (2007) UND EN
60825-1 (2007) ET EN 60825-1
60825-1 (2014) 60825-1 (2014)
EN 60825-1 (2014) (2007) Y EN
60825-1 (2014)

218 Skorpio™ X4
Safety and Regulatory Information

ENGLISH
The following information is provided to comply with the rules
imposed by international authorities and refers to the correct use of
your device.

STANDARD LASER SAFETY REGULATIONS


This product conforms to the applicable requirements of both CDRH
21 CFR 1040 and EN 60825-1 at the date of manufacture.
For installation, use and maintenance, it is not necessary to open
the device.

Do not attempt to open or otherwise service any


components in the optics cavity. Opening or servicing
any part of the optics cavity by unauthorized
WARNING personnel may violate laser safety regulations. The
optics system is a factory only repair item.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of


procedures other than those specified herein may
result in exposure to hazardous visible laser light.
WARNING
The product utilizes a low-power laser diode. Although staring
directly at the laser beam momentarily causes no known biological
damage, avoid staring at the beam as one would with any very
strong light source, such as the sun. Avoid shining laser light into
any person's eye, even through reflective surfaces such as mirrors,
etc.

User’s Manual 219


Safety and Regulatory Information

Use of optical systems with the scanner will increase


eye hazard. Optical instruments include binoculars,
microscopes, eye glasses and magnifying glasses.
WARNING

ITALIANO
Le seguenti informazioni vengono fornite dietro direttive delle
autorità internazionali e si riferiscono all’uso corretto del terminale.

NORMATIVE STANDARD PER LA SICUREZZA LASER


Questo prodotto risulta conforme alle normative vigenti sulla
sicurezza laser alla data di produzione: CDRH 21 CFR 1040 e EN
60825-1.
Non si rende mai necessario aprire l’apparecchio per motivi di
installazione, utilizzo o manutenzione

Non tentare di accedere allo scomparto contenete i


componenti ottici o di farne la manutenzione.
L’apertura dello scomparto, o la manutenzione di
ATTENZIONE qualsiasi parte ottica da parte di personale non
autorizzato, potrebbe violare le norme della sicurezza.
Il sistema ottico può essere riparato solamente alla
fabbrica.

L'utilizzo di procedure o regolazioni differenti da


quelle descritte nella documentazione può provocare
un'esposizione pericolosa a luce laser visibile.
ATTENZIONE

220 Skorpio™ X4
Safety and Regulatory Information

Il prodotto utilizza un diodo laser a bassa potenza. Sebbene non


siano noti danni riportati dall’occhio umano in seguito ad una
esposizione di breve durata, evitare di fissare il raggio laser così
come si eviterebbe qualsiasi altra sorgente di luminosità intensa, ad
esempio il sole. Evitare inoltre di dirigere il raggio laser negli occhi di
un osservatore, anche attraverso superfici riflettenti come gli
specchi.

L’uso di strumenti ottici assieme allo scanner può


aumentare il pericolo di danno agli occhi. Tali
strumenti ottici includono cannocchiali, microscopi,
ATTENZIONE occhiali e lenti di ingrandimento.

DEUTSCH
Die folgenden Informationen stimmen mit den
Sicherheitshinweisen überein, die von internationalen Behörden
auferlegt wurden, und sie beziehen sich auf den korrekten Gebrauch
vom Terminal.

NORM FÜR DIE LASERSICHERHEIT


Dies Produkt entspricht am Tag der Herstellung den gültigen EN
60825-1 und CDRH 21 CFR 1040 Normen für die Lasersicherheit.
Es ist nicht notwendig, das Gerät wegen Betrieb oder Installations-,
und Wartungs-Arbeiten zu öffnen.

User’s Manual 221


Safety and Regulatory Information

Unter keinen Umständen darf versucht werden, die


Komponenten im Optikhohlraum zu öffnen oder auf
irgendwelche andere Weise zu warten. Das Öffnen
ACHTUNG bzw. Warten der Komponenten im Optikhohlraum
durch unbefugtes Personal verstößt gegen die
Laser-Sicherheitsbestimmungen. Das Optiksystem
darf nur werkseitig repariert werden.

Jegliche Änderungen am Gerät sowie


Vorgehensweisen, die nicht in dieser
Betriebsanleitung beschreiben werden, können ein
ACHTUNG gefährliches Laserlicht verursachen.

Der Produkt benutzt eine Laserdiode. Obwohl zur Zeit keine


Augenschäden von kurzen Einstrahlungen bekannt sind, sollten Sie
es vermeiden für längere Zeit in den Laserstrahl zu schauen,
genauso wenig wie in starke Lichtquellen (z.B. die Sonne). Vermeiden
Sie es, den Laserstrahl weder gegen die Augen eines Beobachters,
noch gegen reflektierende Oberflächen zu richten.

Die Verwendung von Optiksystemen mit diesem


Scanner erhöht die Gefahr einer Augenbeschädigung.
Zu optischen Instrumenten gehören unter anderem
ACHTUNG Ferngläser, Mikroskope, Brillen und
Vergrößerungsgläser.

222 Skorpio™ X4
Safety and Regulatory Information

FRANÇAIS
Les informations suivantes sont fournies selon les règles fixées par
les autorités internationales et se réfèrent à une correcte utilisation
du terminal.

NORMES DE SECURITE LASER


Ce produit est conforme aux normes de sécurité laser en vigueur à
sa date de fabrication: CDRH 21 CFR 1040 s et EN 60825-1.
Il n’est pas nécessaire d’ouvrir l’appareil pour l’installation,
l’utilisation ou l’entretien.

Ne pas essayer d’ouvrir ou de réparer les composants


de la cavité optique. L’ouverture de la cavité optique
ou la réparation de ses composants par une personne
ATTENTION non qualifiée peut entraîner le nonrespect des règles
de sécurité relatives au laser. Le système optique ne
peut être réparé qu’en usine.

L'utilisation de procédures ou réglages différents de


ceux donnés ici peut entraîner une dangereuse
exposition à lumière laser visible.
ATTENTION
Le produit utilise une diode laser. Aucun dommage aux yeux
humains n’a été constaté à la suite d’une exposition au rayon laser.
Eviter de regarder fixement le rayon, comme toute autre source
lumineuse intense telle que le soleil. Eviter aussi de diriger le rayon
vers les yeux d’un observateur, même à travers des surfaces
réfléchissantes (miroirs, par exemple).

User’s Manual 223


Safety and Regulatory Information

L’utilisation d’instruments optiques avec le scanneur


augmente le danger pour les yeux. Les instruments
optiques comprennent les jumelles, les microscopes,
ATTENTION les lunettes et les verres grossissants.

ESPAÑOL
Las informaciones siguientes son presentadas en conformidad con
las disposiciones de las autoridades internacionales y se refieren al
uso correcto del terminal.

NORMATIVAS ESTÁNDAR PARA LA SEGURIDAD LÁSER


Este aparato resulta conforme a las normativas vigentes de
seguridad láser a la fecha de producción: CDRH 21 CFR 1040 y EN
60825-1.
No es necesario abrir el aparato para la instalación, la utilización o la
manutención.

No intente abrir o de ninguna manera dar servicio a


ninguno de los componentes del receptáculo óptico.
Abrir o dar servicio a las piezas del receptáculo óptico
ATENCIÓN por parte del personal no autorizado podría ser una
violación a los reglamentos de seguridad. El sistema
óptico se puede reparar en la fábrica solamente.

La utilización de procedimientos o regulaciones


diferentes de aquellas describidas en la
documentación puede causar una exposición peligrosa
ATENCIÓN a la luz láser visible.

224 Skorpio™ X4
Safety and Regulatory Information

El aparato utiliza un diodo láser a baja potencia. No son notorios


daños a los ojos humanos a consecuencia de una exposición de
corta duración. Eviten de mirar fijo el rayo láser así como evitarían
cualquiera otra fuente de luminosidad intensa, por ejemplo el sol.
Además, eviten de dirigir el rayo láser hacia los ojos de un
observador, también a través de superficies reflectantes como los
espejos.

El uso de sistemas ópticos con el escáner aumentará


el riesgo de daños oculares. Los instrumentos ópticos
incluyen binoculares, microscopios, lentes y lupas.
ATENCIÓN

LED Class
LED illuminators integrated in the 1D and 2D imager are classified
as "EXEMPT RISK GROUP" according to IEC62471.

Marking and European Economic Area


(EEA)
In radio systems configured with mobile computers and access
points, the frequencies to be used must be allowed by the spectrum
authorities of the specific country in which the installation takes
place. Be absolutely sure that the system frequencies are correctly
set to be compliant with the spectrum requirements of the country.
The Radio modules used in this product automatically adapt to the
frequencies set by the system and do not require any parameter
settings.

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Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity


Hereby, Datalogic S.r.l. declares that the radio equipment type
SKORPIO X4 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text
of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following
internet address: www.datalogic.com.

Statement of Compliance
cs Datalogic S.r.l. tímto prohlašuje, že tento Skorpio X4 je ve shodě
Česky se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními
[Czech] směrnice 2014/53/EU - 2011/65/EU.
da Undertegnede Datalogic S.r.l. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr
Dansk Skorpio X4 overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav
[Danish] i direktiv 2014/53/EU - 2011/65/EU.
Hiermit erklärt Datalogic S.r.l., dass sich das Gerät Skorpio X4 in
de
Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und
Deutsch
den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie
[German]
2014/53/EU - 2011/65/EU befindet.
Käesolevaga kinnitab Datalogic S.r.l. seadme Skorpio X4
et
vastavust direktiivi 2014/53/EU - 2011/65/EU põhinõuetele ja
Eesti
nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele
[Estonian]
sätetele.
Por medio de la presente Datalogic S.r.l. declara que el Skorpio X4
es
cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras
Español
disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 2014/53/EU -
[Spanish]
2011/65/EU.
el ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ Datalogic S.r.l. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ Skorpio X4
Ελληνική ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ
[Greek] ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ ΟΔΗΓΙΑΣ 2014/53/EU - 2011/65/EU.

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Par la présente Datalogic S.r.l. déclare que l'appareil Skorpio X4


fr
est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres
Français
dispositions pertinentes de la directive 2014/53/EU -
[French]
2011/65/EU.
it Con la presente Datalogic S.r.l. dichiara che questo Skorpio X4 è
Italiano conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni
[Italian] pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 2014/53/EU - 2011/65/EU.
Ar šo Datalogic S.r.l. deklarē, ka Skorpio X4 atbilst Direktīvas
Latviski
2014/53/EU - 2011/65/EU būtiskajām prasībām un citiem ar to
[Latvian]
saistītajiem noteikumiem.
Šiuo Datalogic S.r.l. deklaruoja, kad šis Skorpio X4 atitinka
Lietuvių
esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 2014/53/EU - 2011/65/EU
[Lithuanian]
Direktyvos nuostatas.
nl Hierbij verklaart Datalogic S.r.l. dat het toestel Skorpio X4 in
Nederlands overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere
[Dutch] relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 2014/53/EU - 2011/65/EU.
mt Hawnhekk, Datalogic S.r.l., jiddikjara li dan Skorpio X4 jikkonforma
Malti mal-ħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li
[Maltese] hemm fid-Dirrettiva 2014/53/EU - 2011/65/EU.
hu Alulírott, Datalogic S.r.l. nyilatkozom, hogy a Skorpio X4 megfelel a
Magyar vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 2014/53/EU -
[Hungarian] 2011/65/EU irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.
pl Niniejszym Datalogic S.r.l. oświadcza, że Skorpio X4 jest zgodny z
Polski zasadniczymi wymogami oraz pozostałymi stosownymi
[Polish] postanowieniami Dyrektywy 2014/53/EU - 2011/65/EU.
pt
Datalogic S.r.l. declara que este Skorpio X4 está conforme com os
Português
requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva
[Portuguese
2014/53/EU - 2011/65/EU.
]
sl Datalogic S.r.l. izjavlja, da je ta Skorpio X4 v skladu z bistvenimi
Slovensko zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 2014/53/EU
[Slovenian] - 2011/65/EU.

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Datalogic S.r.l. týmto vyhlasuje, že Skorpio X4 spĺňa základné


Slovensky
požiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice
[Slovak]
2014/53/EU - 2011/65/EU.
fi Datalogic S.r.l. vakuuttaa täten että Skorpio X4 tyyppinen laite on
Suomi direktiivin 2014/53/EU - 2011/65/EU oleellisten vaatimusten ja
[Finnish] sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.
Härmed intygar Datalogic S.r.l. att denna Skorpio X4 står I
sv
överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga
Svenska
relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 2014/53/EU -
[Swedish]
2011/65/EU.

Information for the User


Restrictions of use in all EU Countries. This device is restricted to
indoor use when operated in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range.

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FCC/IC Labeling
HandHeld variants Pistol Grip variants

FCC Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1)this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2)this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTICE:
This device is restricted to indoor use when operated in the 5.15 to
5.25 GHz frequency range.
Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly
approved by Datalogic S.r.l. may void the FCC authorization to
operate this equipment.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not

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installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause


harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.

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ISED Compliance
NOTICE:
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS
standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1)this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2)this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada
applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est
autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage
radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en
compromettre le fonctionnement.
CAUTION:
(i) the device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for
indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to
co-channel mobile satellite systems;
(ii) high-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e. priority
users) of the bands 5250-5350MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and that
these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN
devices.
AVERTISSEMENT:
(i) les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5 150-5 250 MHz sont
réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire
les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites
mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux;

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(ii) les utilisateurs de radars de haute puissance sont désignés


utilisateurs principaux (c.-à-d., qu’ils ont la priorité) pour les bandes 5
250-5 350 MHz et 5 650-5 850 MHz et que ces radars pourraient
causer du brouillage et/ou des dommages aux dispositifs LAN-EL.

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Radiofrequency Radiation Exposure


Information
This device was tested for handheld and body-worn conditions,
according to international Standards covering human exposure to
electromagnetic fields from radio devices.
More information about the relevant Standards for SAR
measurement methods and procedures may be found in the CE DoC
included in the product user manual available at www.datalogic.com
website and at the FCC public listing www.fcc.gov under the FCC IDs
specified in the FCC/IC labeling section.
Europe
This device is compliant with SAR limits for general
population/uncontrolled exposure specified in Council
Recommendation 1999/519/EC Annex II.
US and Canada
For body worn operation, this device has been tested and meets the
FCC/ISED RF exposure guidelines for use with an accessory that
contains no metal and the positions the handset a minimum of 0 cm
from the body. Use of other enhancements may not ensure
compliance with FCC/ISED RF exposure guidelines.
Cet équipement peut être installé et utilisé à une distance minimale
de 0 cm entre le radiateur et votre corps.
The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter,
expect those approved under the filing.

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Radio Technologies and Frequency Bands


SKORPIO X4 incorporates the following radio technologies and
supports the corresponding Frequencies and Radio-Frequency
transmitted power, as specified below:

Europe

Radio-Frequency
Radio Technology Frequency Bands
Transmitted Power

WLAN IEEE 802.11b/g/n


• SISO 20MHz channels
bandwidth (HT-20) 2.4GHz Frequency Bands:
19.45 dBm
• MIMO support 20MHz 2.412 – 2.472 MHz
channels bandwidth
(HT-20)

WLAN IEEE 802.11a/n


5GHz Frequency Bands:
• SISO 20MHz and
5.180 – 5.240 MHz
40Mhz channels band- 19.27 dBm
5.260 – 5.320 MHz
width (HT-20 and 5.500 – 5.700 MHz
HT-40)

Bluetooth® V4.0 – EDR/LE 2402-2480Mhz 9.95 dBm

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US and Canada

Radio Technology Frequency Bands

WLAN IEEE 802.11b/g/n


• SISO 20MHz channels bandwidth (HT-20) 2.4GHz Frequency Bands:
• MIMO support 20MHz channels bandwidth 2.412 – 2.462 MHz
(HT-20)

5GHz Frequency Bands:


WLAN IEEE 802.11a/n 5.180 – 5.240 MHz
• SISO 20MHz and 40Mhz channels bandwidth 5.260 – 5.320 MHz
(HT-20 and HT-40) 5.500 – 5.700 MHz
5.735 – 5.825 MHz

Bluetooth® V4.0 – EDR/LE 2402-2480Mhz

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WEEE Compliance

Information for the user


At the end of its useful life, the product marked with the crossed out
wheeled wastebin must be disposed of separately from urban waste.
For more detailed information about disposal, contact the supplier
that provided you with the product in question or consult the
dedicated section at the website http://www.datalogic.com.
Informazione per gli utenti
L’apparecchiatura che riporta il simbolo del bidone barrato deve
essere smaltita, alla fine della sua vita utile, separatamente dai rifiuti
urbani.
Per maggiori dettagli sulle modalità di smaltimento, contattare il
Fornitore dal quale è stata acquistata l’apparecchiatura o consultare
la sezione dedicata sul sito http://www.datalogic.com.
Information aux utilisateurs
Au terme de sa vie utile, le produit qui porte le symbole d'un caisson à
ordures barré ne doit pas être éliminé avec les déchets urbains.
Pour obtenir des informations complémentaires concernant
l'élimination, veuillez contacter le fournisseur auprès duquel vous
avez acheté le produit ou consulter la section consacrée au site Web
http://www.datalogic.com.

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Información para el usuario


Al final de su vida útil, el producto marcado con un simbolo de
contenedor de bassura móvil tachado no debe eliminarse junto a los
desechos urbanos.
Para obtener una información más detallada sobre la eliminación,
por favor, póngase en contacto con el proveedor donde lo compró o
consultar la sección dedicada en el Web site
http://www.datalogic.com.
Benutzerinformation bezüglich
Am Ende des Gerätelebenszyklus darf das Produkt nicht über den
städtischen Hausmüll entsorgt werden. Eine entsprechende
Mülltrennung ist erforderlich.
Weitere Informationen zu dieser Richtlinie erhalten sie von ihrem
Lieferanten über den sie das Produkt erworben haben, oder
besuchen sie unsere Hompage unter http://www.datalogic.com.

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NOTES

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Reference Documentation
For further information regarding Skorpio X4 refer to the SDK Help
on-line.

Support Through the Website


Datalogic provides several services as well as technical support
through its website.
Log on to www.datalogic.com and click on the SUPPORT link which
gives you access to:
Downloads by selecting your product model from the dropdown list
in the Search by Product field for specific Data Sheets, Manuals,
Software & Utilities, and Drawings;
Repair Program for On-Line Return Material Authorizations (RMAs)
plus Repair Center contact information;
Customer Service containing details about Maintenance
Agreements;
Technical Support through email or phone.

Warranty Terms and Conditions


The warranty period is 1 year for the device and 90 days for
consumables (e.g. battery, power supply, cable etc.) from date of
purchase at our company.

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Access Point
A device that provides transparent access between Ethernet wired
networks and IEEE 802.11 interoperable radio-equipped mobile
units. Hand-held mobile computers, PDAs or other devices equipped
with radio cards, communicate with wired networks using Access
Points (AP). The mobile unit (mobile computer) may roam among the
APs in the same subnet while maintaining a continuous, seamless
connection to the wired network.

Applet
Diminutive form of app (application), it refers to simple,
single-function programs that often ship with a larger product.
Programs such as Windows' Calculator, File Manager, Control Panel
and Notepad are examples of applets.

ASCII
American Standard Code for Information Interchange. A 7
bit-plus-parity code representing 128 letters, numerals, punctuation
marks and control characters. It is a standard data transmission
code in the U.S.

Barcode
A pattern of variable-width bars and spaces which represents
numeric or alphanumeric data in binary form. The general format of
a barcode symbol consists of a leading margin, start character, data
or message character, check character (if any), stop character, and

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trailing margin. Within this framework, each recognizable symbology


uses its own unique format.

Bit
Binary digit. One bit is the basic unit of binary information. Generally,
eight consecutive bits compose one byte of data. The pattern of 0
and 1 values within the byte determines its meaning.

Bluetooth®
A standard radio technology using a proprietary protocol. The
onboard Bluetooth® module in the device is compatible with the 2.1
protocol with Enhanced Data Rate (EDR).

Boot
The process a computer goes through when it starts. During boot, the
computer can run self-diagnostic tests and configure hardware and
software.

Byte
On an addressable boundary, eight adjacent binary digits (0 and 1)
combined in a pattern to represent a specific character or numeric
value. Bits are numbered from the right, 0 through 7, with bit 0 the
low-order bit. One byte in memory can be used to store one ASCII
character.

CDRH
Center for Devices and Radiological Health. A federal agency
responsible for regulating laser product safety. This agency specifies
various laser operation classes based on power output during
operation.

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Character
A pattern of bars and spaces which either directly represents data or
indicates a control function, such as a number, letter, punctuation
mark, or communications control contained in a message.

Decode
To recognize a barcode symbology (e.g., Codabar, Code 128, Code 3 of
9, UPC/EAN, etc.) and convert the content of the barcode scanned
from a visual pattern into electronic data.

Density (Barcode Density)


The number of characters represented per unit of measurement
(e.g., characters per inch).

Depth of Field (DOF)


The portion of a scene that appears acceptably sharp in the image.
Although a lens can precisely focus at only one distance, the
decrease in sharpness is gradual on each side of the focused
distance, so that within the DOF, the unsharpness is imperceptible
under normal viewing conditions.

Dock
A dock is used for charging the terminal battery and for
communicating with a host computer, and provides a storage place
for the terminal when not in use.

ESD
Electro-Static Discharge

Ethernet
The standard local area network (LAN) access method. A reference
to "LAN", "LAN connection" or "network card" automatically implies
Ethernet. Defined by the IEEE as the 802.3 standard, Ethernet is

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used to connect computers in a company or home network as well as


to connect a single computer to a cable modem or DSL modem for
Internet access.

Firmware
A software program or set of instructions programmed on a
hardware device. It provides the necessary instructions for how the
device communicates with the other computer hardware. Firmware
is typically stored in the flash ROM of a hardware device. While ROM
is "read-only memory," flash ROM can be erased and rewritten
because it is actually a type of flash memory.

Flash Memory
Non-volatile memory for storing application and configuration files.

Host
A computer that serves other mobile computers in a network,
providing services such as network control, database access, special
programs, supervisory programs, or programming languages.

IEC
International Electrotechnical Commission. This international agency
regulates laser safety by specifying various laser operation classes
based on power output during operation.

IEEE 802.11
A set of standards carrying out wireless local area network (WLAN)
computer communication in the 2.4, 3.6 and 5 GHz frequency bands.
They are created and maintained by the IEEE LAN/MAN Standards
Committee.

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LAN
Local area network. A radio network that supports data
communication within a local area, such as within a warehouse of
building.

Laser
Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation.The laser is
an intense light source. Light from a laser is all the same frequency,
unlike the output of an incandescent bulb. Laser light is typically
coherent and has a high energy density.

Light Emitting Diode (LED)


A low power electronic light source commonly used as an indicator
light. It uses less power than an incandescent light bulb but more
than a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)


A display that uses liquid crystal sealed between two glass plates.
The crystals are excited by precise electrical charges, causing them
to reflect light outside according to their bias. They use little
electricity and react relatively quickly. They require external light to
reflect their information to the user.

MIL
1 mil = 1 thousandth of an inch.

Null Modem Cable


RS-232 serial cable where the transmit and receive lines are
crosslinked. In some cables there are also handshake lines
crosslinked. In many situations a straight through serial cable is
used, together with a null modem adapter. The adapter contains the
necessary crosslinks between the signals.

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One shot key


Pressing a one shot key actives the state. The state remains active
until any other key is pressed. If you hold down a one shot state key
and you press another key the state will remain active until you
release the one-shot key.

Pairing
A Bluetooth® pairing occurs when two Bluetooth® devices agree to
communicate with each other and establish a connection.

Parameter
A variable that can have different values assigned to it.

RAM
Random Access memory. Data in RAM can be accessed in random
order, and quickly written and read.

Resolution
The narrowest element dimension which is distinguished by a
particular reading device or printed with a particular device or
method.

RF
Radio Frequency.

Scanner
An electronic device used to scan barcode symbols and produce a
digitized pattern that corresponds to the bars and spaces of the
symbol. Its three main components are:
• Light source (laser or photoelectric cell) - illuminates a barcode.
• Photodetector - registers the difference in reflected light (more
light reflected from spaces).

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• Signal conditioning circuit - transforms optical detector


output into a digitized bar pattern.

SDK
Software Development Kit.

Symbol
A scannable unit that encodes data within the conventions of a
certain symbology, usually including start/stop characters, quiet
zones, data characters and check characters.

Symbology
The structural rules and conventions for representing data within a
particular barcode type (e.g. UPC/EAN, Code 39, PDF417, etc.).

Toggle key
Pressing a toggle key activates the state. The state remains active
until the toggle key is pressed again.

USB
Universal Serial Bus. Type of serial bus that allows peripheral
devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be
easily connected to a computer. A "plug-and-play" interface, it
allows a device to be added without an adapter card and without
rebooting the computer (the latter is known as hot-plugging). The
USB standard, developed by several major computer and
telecommunications companies, supports data-transfer speeds up
to 12 megabits per second, multiple data streams, and up to 127
peripherals.

Visible Laser Diode (VLD)


A solid state device which produces visible laser light.

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WLAN
A Wireless Local Area Network links devices via a wireless
distribution method (typically spread-spectrum or OFDM radio), and
usually provides a connection through an access point to the wider
internet. This gives users the mobility to move around within a local
coverage area and still be connected to the network.

WPAN
A Wireless Personal Area Network is a personal area network - a
network for interconnecting devices centered around an individual
person's workspace - in which the connections are wireless. Typically,
a wireless personal area network uses some technology that permits
communication within about 10 meters - in other words, a very short
range.

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NOTES

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trademarks of Datalogic S.p.A. in many countries, including the
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