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General Questions
Q1 - What do I need to start with?
A1 - You'll need a terminal, either colour
or monochrome, a battery pack and a docking station.
You'll also need to decide upon the operating system. Windows
Mobile 2003 runs on the CE.net 4.2 framework, however it features a
pretty user interface and more bundled programs (Pocket Office etc.)
If you are intending to run software designed for 'pocket pc' (eg.
IPAQ, O2 XDA) then you should choose a Windows Mobile 2003 variant,
if you are intending to develop your own applications using Visual
Studio.net or 2005 then the CE.net variants are usually favoured.
There are very few differences between the colour and mono versions
however:-
Colour has more program memory (128MB Vs 64MB)
Colour has built in Bluetooth, Monochrome does not
Q2 - Is a battery included with the Workabout PRO.
A2 - No there is not a battery included
when you purchase the Workabout PRO. Two are available and we
would always recommend the large capacity battery if one of the
barcode scanners is fitted.
Note that although the Workabout Pro will run on 'AA' batteries,
these should be considered for emergency use only.
Comms Questions
Q1
- Can I connect the Workabout PRO to my PC?
A1 - Yes you can, you will need a docking
station and a USB or RS232 lead. You will also need Microsoft Active
Sync to copy files too and from your Workabout PRO.
Q2
- How can I transfer data to my PC?
A2 - You will need Microsoft Active Sync.
This is a free Microsoft data transfer software package that will
work with all CE.NET devices, including the Workabout PRO.
Q3
- Does the Workabout PRO have a 9-pin RS232 or IRdA?
A3 - Yes a range of end-cap modules are
available which add RS232, IRdA and TTL ports to the Workabout pro.
Q4
- Does the Workabout PRO have a USB port?
A4 - Yes there is a USB connector on the
Workabout PRO.
Q5
- How can additional feature be connected?
A5 - The Workabout Pro is modular, a variety
of internal connectors allow Barcode modules, serial ports, radio
cards and much more to be connected directly into the body of the
Workabout Pro maintaining its IP and Drop ratings/
Power related Questions
Q1
- What batteries does it use?
A1 - The Workabout PRO uses Lithium Ion
battery packs, In an emergency you can use standard 'AA' batteries.
Q2
- Does this mean I can use regular 'AA' batteries?
A2 - Yes, but they are designed to provide
emergency power only and shouldn't be viewed as an alternative to a
battery pack.
Q3
- Does the docking station charge a spare battery?
A3 - The docking station can charge a spare
battery as well as charge the battery inside in the Workabout PRO.
Software Questions
Q1
- Will the Workabout PRO run Pocket PC software.
A1 - If you are using the Windows Mobile
2003 version of the device then software designed for Pocket PC can
be used. For Windows CE.net versions you should check with
your software supplier. On the whole Pocket PC software will
not 'just run' on CE.net 4.2
Q2
- Can I run Java applications on the Workabout PRO?
A2 - Yes a Java virtual machine is
available for the Workabout Pro
Q3
- Can I run Flash Movies on the Workabout PRO?
A3 - There is not a standard Flash Player
for CE .NET however you can obtain the Macromedia Flash SDK and
compile your own player to run on the Workabout PRO.
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