Juniper-systems Allegro DOS Manual User Manual

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Page-x▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ Microsoft End User License AgreementThe Allegro Field PC includes software licensed by Juniper Systems,Inc. from Microsoft Licensing

Page 4-34 Windows CESetting Up a PartnershipTo set up a partnership between the Allegro and desktop PC, completethe following steps:1) Select

Windows CE Page 4-35The Synchronized Files option is the only synchronization functioncurrently operational with the Allegro. Additional opti

Page 4-36 Windows CE5) Press the Next button. The Setup Complete screen appears:6) Press the Finish button to complete the new partnership set

Windows CE Page 4-37ActiveSync begins connecting the Allegro to the desktop PC. Thefollowing screen appears:The Allegro and the desktop PC are

Page 4-38 Windows CEThe synchronization program looks for changes between the folder onthe Allegro and desktop PC. The following screen appear

Windows CE Page 4-39ActiveSync automatically synchronizes files between the Allegro andthe desktop PC. The following screen appears:The Allegr

Page 4-40 Windows CEUnresolved Files through File SynchronizationIt is very important to note that the synchronize files option alwaysreplaces

Windows CE Page 4-41To specify which file is the master file, complete the following steps:1) Click on the Resolve items... option to continue

Page 4-42 Windows CE3) Select which computer you want to synchronize with the master file.The right arrow synchronizes the file on the desktop

Windows CE Page 4-43The file you select to be synchronized now replaces the existing file withthe file chosen as the master file. In this exam

Page-xiCONNECTION WITH THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THESOFTWARE. THIS LIMITATION SHALL APPLY EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILSOF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. IN NO EVEN

Page 4-44 Windows CEActiveSync Connection ProcessBecause the Allegro’s communication ports are used for a variety ofperipherals, the ports are

Windows CE Page 4-454) Open the Files Menu and select the Connection Settings... option:The following screen appears:

Page 4-46 Windows CE5) While using COM 1, COM 2, or the infrared port, check the Allowserial cable or infrared connection to this COM port: bo

Windows CE Page 4-47Connecting as a GuestActiveSync also allows you to connect as a guest and interact betweenboth computers without setting u

Page 4-48 Windows CE▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ Transferring Files Between the Allegro CE and theDesktop PCOnce the Allegro and the desktop PC are communicating

Windows CE Page 4-492) Click on the Rules tab on the Options screen.3) Click on the Conversion Settings... button in the File Conversion box.

Page 4-50 Windows CE4) Select the Convert files when synchronized, copied or moved to enable thatall file conversions are handled automaticall

Windows CE Page 4-51Remote Allegro File MaintenanceYou can perform many convenient Allegro file maintenance operationsremotely from the deskto

Page 4-52 Windows CEWindows ExplorerWindows Explorer allows you to browse the files and folders on theAllegro Field PC. To launch Windows Exp

Windows CE Page 4-53Opening Two Explorer ScreensYou can open two Windows Explorer screens, one open to the sourcefolder or file and one open t

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Page 4-54 Windows CEStoring Files and ProgramsIt is important that you understand the difference between storing dataon the hard disk versus R

Windows CE Page 4-55RAM File SystemThe storage ability of RAM is temporary in nature. If the batteries aredrained or removed or a hard reset i

Page 4-56 Windows CESome applications automatically bring up the My Documents folderwhen you save a file as shown in the example below. My Doc

Windows CE Page 4-57Save Registry UtilityThe Save Registry utility saves everything in the RAM file system andthe system registry to the hard

Page 4-58 Windows CEApplication Command BarsActive applications display a command bar across the top of the screen.The command bar for Pocket

Windows CE Page 4-59To view both bars on separate lines again, move the slider down wherethe toolbar was originally: # # # # #Hiding the Taskb

Page 4-60 Windows CEPTab Spreadsheet ProgramPTab is a fully functional spreadsheet program designed to run onMicrosoft CE Field PCs. It has t

Windows CE Page 4-61▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ PTab File ConverterOn the Allegro CE CD-ROM is a program called “PTab File Converter.”You must install this on t

Page 4-62 Windows CE❏ Freeze Titles (Row and Column Freezing)❏ Use the Formula Bar or Edit Cells on the Spot❏ Show/Hide: Column and row titles

Windows CE Page 4-63When the menu bar, toolbar, formula bar, and taskbar are hidden, asshown below, you can view eight lines of the spreadshee

WelcomeAllegro OverviewQuick Start GuideSection 1Introduction

Page 4-64 Windows CE- Boolean: True or false- Formula: Formulas begin with an equal sign (=). PTab evaluates thevalue. (Example: =A5+2, =Sum(B

Windows CE Page 4-65Edit Menu OptionsThe following functions are available from the Edit Menu option:- Edit|Undo: Undoes the last action.- Edi

Page 4-66 Windows CE- Format|Full Screen: Toggles the full screen mode on and off.- Format|Freeze Titles: Allows row and/or column titles to s

Windows CE Page 4-67- Select (or confirm you have selected) Conversion from Excel(*.xls)to PTab(*.pt) in the Desktop-Device tab. Select "

Page 4-68 Windows CECombin(number, numberChosen) Returns the number of combinations.Number is the number of items, numberChosen is the number

Windows CE Page 4-69Power(number, power) It raises the number to the power. You can also usethe “^” operator (e.g. 4^2).Example: Power(4,2) eq

Page 4-70 Windows CETanh(number) Returns the hyperbolic tangent of the number.Example: Tanh(1) equals 0.76159.Trunc(number, numDigits) Truncat

Windows CE Page 4-71Financial FunctionsDdb(cost, salvage, life, period, factor) Returns the depreciation of an assetfor a specified period usi

Page 4-72 Windows CEPPmt(rate, per, nper, pv, fv, type) Returns the payment on the principal fora given period of an investment. For more info

Windows CE Page 4-73Today() Returns the current date.Weekday(date, type) Returns the day of the week corresponding to a date.If type = 1 or om

Page 1-2 Introduction

Page 4-74 Windows CEMid(text, start, count) Returns a specific number of characters from a textstring, starting at the position start.Example:

Windows CE Page 4-75IsErr(value) Returns TRUE if the value is any error value except !!NA.IsError(value) Returns TRUE if the value is any erro

Page 4-76 Windows CEDstdev(database, field, criteria) Estimates the standard deviation based ona sample, using the numbers in the specified da

Windows CE Page 4-77The Task options are described below:Run: Runs the selected taskNew: Creates a new taskEdit: Edits or renames the selected

Page 4-78 Windows CE7) Tap OK to close the Define Task dialog box and return to the Taskdialog box.8) Select Run on Menu Item and tap the clos

Windows CE Page 4-79If you need to create a cell reference using row and column numbers(column A has number 1) use function CellRef(col, row [

Page 4-80 Windows CEYou can structure your code into more simple tasks and then you cancall previously defined task from within a task using i

Windows CE Page 4-81Default values of parameters: Chart(“Type:Bar”, “”Series:Rows”,“Legend”, “Xaxis”, “Yaxis”, “Xgrid:No”, “Ygrid:Yes”, “AutoS

Page 4-82 Windows CEFindDialog()Shows Find dialog box.Example: FindDialog()FormatPainter(cellRef)Formats the current selection using the forma

Windows CE Page 4-83ListBox2(title, item, item2, item3... item29)Shows list box dialog with items: item1, item2, item3... and with the titlean

Introduction Page 1-3WelcomeJuniper Systems, Inc. continues to provide cutting edge field computingsolutions for agriculture, natural resource

Page 4-84 Windows CERowHide([hideUnhide])Returns whether the first row of current selection is hidden and hides(true) or unhides (false) sele

Windows CE Page 4-85YesNoBox(text)Shows the box giving the choice yes or no and returns true if user selectsYes.Example: if YesNoBox("Sto

Page 4-86 Windows CEPocket WordMicrosoft Pocket Word allows you to create and edit documents muchthe same way as you do using Microsoft Word

Windows CE Page 4-87Internet Explorer and InboxAllegro includes Microsoft Pocket Internet Explorer for accessing theWorld Wide Web and Micros

Page 4-88 Windows CE3) Double-tap the Make New Connection icon. Enter a name for theconnection and select Dial-Up Connection. Tap the Next but

Windows CE Page 4-893) The Mail Service Definition dialog is displayed. If you are using adialup connection, select the connection that you cr

Page 4-90 Windows CECalculator ProgramThe six-function Calculator program functions like a desktop calculator.To open Calculator, go to Start|

Windows CE Page 4-91Terminal ProgramThe Terminal Emulation program is used to connect the Allegro to anonline service.Creating a New Session1

Page 4-92 Windows CE5) Select OK to connect.6) An icon for the new session appears in the Terminal folder.7) To disconnect, select File|Close.

Windows CE Page 4-933) Make any necessary adjustments on the Communications tab. Calloptions and port settings are adjusted by pressing the Co

Page 1-4 IntroductionAllegro Overview▲▲▲▲▲ Allegro FeaturesThe standard features of the Allegro Field PC are listed below. Thesefeatures a

Page 4-94 Windows CE4) Select the Emulation tab to modify the emulation settings. Press OKwhen you are finished.HelpUse the on-line Help [?] f

MS-DOS Operating System OverviewSetting up CommunicationLynx Windows File Management UtilityFileScout DOS File ManagerText EditorTerminal Emulation Pr

Page 5-2 MS-DOS

MS-DOS Page 5-3MS-DOS Operating System OverviewThis section describes the operation of the Allegro using theMS-DOS™ 6.22 operating system.▲ ▲

Page 5-4 MS-DOSSetting Up CommunicationCommunication functions are handled by the following programs: On the desktop PC: Lynx™ File Manage

MS-DOS Page 5-5Once communication is established, the drives, folders, and files locatedon the Allegro are shown on the Lynx remote screen on

Page 5-6 MS-DOS<F3>, <F4>, <F5>: When the Allegro is communicating with Lynx onthe desktop computer, the FileScout Transfer

MS-DOS Page 5-7Lynx Windows File Management Utility Lynx is a Windows file management utility that runs on a desktopPC, allowing you to easil

Page 5-8 MS-DOSThe Lynx display has the following features:1) File, Edit, Transfer, and Help functions.2) A tool bar with shortcut buttons is

MS-DOS Page 5-9Edit Menu OptionsThe edit options follow standard Windows protocol. Highlight the fileor folder you want to perform the editing

Introduction Page 1-5▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ Standard AccessoriesThe Allegro comes with the following accessories:- Allegro Utilities CD-ROM with the Deskto

Page 5-10 MS-DOS- Transfer/Cancel Transfer: This function is used to cancel a filetransferafter it has been initiated.- Transfer/Disconnect: D

MS-DOS Page 5-11▲▲▲▲▲ Shortcut ButtonsIn addition to the pull-down menu options, there are shortcut buttons.The Shortcut Tool Bar is located i

Page 5-12 MS-DOSFileScout DOS File ManagerFileScout is a DOS File Management Utility that runs on the Allegro.Instead of issuing commands at t

MS-DOS Page 5-13Title: The name and version of the program, communication mode, andactive COM port are indicated on the first line of the dis

Page 5-14 MS-DOS2) Change folder: To change folders, highlight the desired name andpress <ENTER>. The path (drive and folder) of the cu

MS-DOS Page 5-15<F4> MkDir: This command is used to create a new subdirectory in thecurrent directory path. When <F4> is pressed,

Page 5-16 MS-DOS<F10> Util: Pressing <F10> accesses eight additional utility functions. Alist of the functions is shown in a pop-

MS-DOS Page 5-17<Ins> Mark: The insert key <Ins> is used to mark and unmark a file. Tomark a file, move the highlight bar to the

Page 5-18 MS-DOSText EditorThere is a full screen text editor available that runs on the Allegro. Thetext editor allows you to create and edit

MS-DOS Page 5-19▲▲▲▲▲ Editing a DocumentCursor MovementThe circular key is used along with the BLUE and GOLD shift keys tomove the cursor arou

Page 1-6 IntroductionQuick Start GuideA Quick Start Guide is included with the Allegro CE/DOS. It offers tenbasic and initial steps to get the

Page 5-20 MS-DOSFunction KeysThe function keys are used for editing files as follows:Function DescriptionF1 PasteF2 MarkF3 Undelete LineF4 Und

MS-DOS Page 5-21To delete a line, position the cursor anywhere on the line to be removedand press the <F8> key. The line is deleted and

Page 5-22 MS-DOSSaving and ExitingTo exit the Text Editor, press <Esc>. The program asks you if the currenttext should be saved:“Save Ch

MS-DOS Page 5-23Terminal Emulation ProgramThe Terminal Emulation program is used to test communicationprotocol settings and hardware connectio

Page 5-24 MS-DOSScreen Viewing OptionsYou have three screen viewing options accessed through the <F4>Screen function. Keep pressing <

MS-DOS Page 5-25System Setup ProgramThe Setup program is used to configure your Allegro Field PC. Most ofthe parameters you configure through

Page 5-26 MS-DOS▲▲▲▲▲ Setup Program ScreensMain Menu ScreenWhen you execute Setup, the main menu screen is displayed. FiveSystem Setup screen

MS-DOS Page 5-27Configuration Screen❏ Date: Month=Jan-Dec, Day=1-31, Year=1980-2099❏ Time: Seconds=0-59, Minutes=0-59, Hours=0-23Time is exp

Page 5-28 MS-DOSPower Management Screen❏ Power Key (On/Off Key): Suspend/Resume or On/OffIn Suspend/Resume mode, the system becomes suspended

MS-DOS Page 5-29❏ PC Card Suspend: On or OffThis setting determines whether the PC card remains powered onwhen the system is suspended, allow

Introduction Case Design Keyboard Display LED Indicators Batteries Communication Ports PC Card Slot Sound Generator Expansion PodsSection 2HardwareCo

Page 5-30 MS-DOS❏ COM1 Output: RS-232 (not user editable)This setting is reserved for future use.❏ Memory Test: OffThe Memory Test validates

MS-DOS Page 5-31Keyboard/Display Screen❏ Key Tone: Low, Medium, HighSets the frequency of the speaker for key clicks.❏ Key Click: On or OffWh

Page 5-32 MS-DOS❏ Video Map (Text Mode Only): B/W1, B/W2, Gray ScaleThis feature controls how CGA colors are mapped to the LCD: blackand whit

MS-DOS Page 5-33❏ Font Size: 8x8, 8x12, 10x12, 16x16This field lets you select the font size for text mode. The units arecharacter width x he

Page 5-34 MS-DOSRestore Defaults ScreenThis screen allows you to return all the System Setup Parameters to thefactory defaults. If you wish to

MS-DOS Page 5-35Startup FilesAUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS startup files containing defaultconfiguration information are factory installed on th

Page 5-36 MS-DOSThe following special CONFIG.SYS commands are used only to definemultiple configurations within the CONFIG.SYS file. For morei

MS-DOS Page 5-37REM CardSoft(TM) 3.1 PCMCIA DRIVERSdevicehigh=C:\util\CARDSOFT\SS365SL.EXEdevicehigh=C:\util\CARDSOFT\CS.EXEdevicehigh=C:\util

Page 5-38 MS-DOSYou can use the COMMAND /Y command to step through a batchprogram line by line, and can selectively bypass or carry out indivi

MS-DOS Page 5-39The Allegro will start with a basic configuration instead of your usualconfiguration. For example, device drivers for PC cards

Page-ii© Copyright March 2003, Juniper Systems, Inc., all rights reserved. Originalcopyright May 2000. Any reproduction of this manual, in part or in

Page 2-2 Hardware Features

Page 5-40 MS-DOSDOS Utility Programs and Device DriversA subset of the most commonly used DOS commands is stored on the C:drive of the Allegro

MS-DOS Page 5-41* ANSI.SYS A device driver that allows a common set ofcommands to control the keyboard and screen.# APPEND Allows programs to

Page 5-42 MS-DOS* FASTOPEN Decreases the amount of time needed to openfrequently used files and directories.* FC Compares two files or sets of

MS-DOS Page 5-43+ RD Short name for RMDIR command.+ REN Renames a file or files.+ RENAME Renames a file or files.+ REPLACE Replaces files.* SC

Page 5-44 MS-DOSMake Space Utility ProgramMKSPACE.BAT is a batch program that removes DOS utility programsthat are not commonly used from the

MS-DOS Page 5-45Serial Printing Utility ProgramSERPRN.EXE is a DOS utility program that allows you to set up anAllegro serial communication po

Page 5-46 MS-DOSGenerally, an output list is shown after SERPRN is invoked informingyou how the utility has set the communication port. You c

SpecificationsGlossary of DOS TermsASCII Character SetsBIOS MessagesFiles Located on the Solid State DiskSolid State Disk UtilitiesPC Card Utilities a

Page 6-2 Technical Reference

Technical Reference Page 6-3SpecificationsProcessor- AMD SC 400, 486 AMD processor, 100 MHzOperating Systems- Microsoft Windows CE 3.0- MS DO

Hardware Features Page 2-3IntroductionThe Allegro CE/DOS Field PC is designed tomeet the needs of a user collecting data with ahand-held comput

Page 6-4 Technical ReferenceDisplay- LCD has an EL backlight with adjustable brightness capability forvisibility in low lighting or changing l

Technical Reference Page 6-5- Designed for one-handed operation (right or left)- Rings at all 4 corners of the case for straps- Adjustable han

Page 6-6 Technical ReferenceClock- Internal battery-backed real time clock- +/- 3 minutes per month accuracyCertifications- CE Mark approval-

Technical Reference Page 6-7Glossary of DOS TermsFollowing is a glossary of some basic terms relating to the operatingsystems, memory, and dat

Page 6-8 Technical ReferenceDisk-On-Chip (Hard Disk)A disk-on-chip is a solid state disk drive. The C: drive on the Allegro is adisk-on-chip.

Technical Reference Page 6-9ASCII Character Sets ➫➫➫➫➫ DOSDOSDOSDOSDOSWhen in DOS, any character code from the IBM standard (0-127) orextende

Page 6-10 Technical Reference▲▲▲▲▲ Extended ASCII Character Set

Technical Reference Page 6-11BIOS Messages▲▲▲▲▲ Power On Self TestWhen the Allegro powers up, it goes through a series of internal testsand di

Page 6-12 Technical ReferenceFiles Located on the Solid State DiskThe main data and program storage used in the Allegro is a solid statedisk-o

Technical Reference Page 6-13CS.EXE MTDDRV.EXE XIRCOM.CLBCSALLOC.EXE MTSRAM.EXECSALLOC.INI PROXIM.CLBDLINK.CLB SOCKETEA.CLBGENATA.CLB SS365SL.

Page 2-4 Hardware FeaturesCase Design▲▲▲▲▲ Case FeaturesThe case has the following features:❏ The polycarbonate ABS material is rugged, sh

Page 6-14 Technical ReferenceSolid State Disk UtilitiesSome disk-on-chip utility programs are factory installed on the solidstate disk. They a

Technical Reference Page 6-15PC Card Utilities and Drivers▲▲▲▲▲ Factory Installed Programs and Drivers ➫➫➫➫➫ DOSDOSDOSDOSDOSIn DOS, the PC car

Page 6-16 Technical ReferenceName Type DescriptionIBM3270 CLB IBM 3270 network cardsIBMLAN CLB IBM network cardsIBMTOK CLB IBM token ring netw

Technical Reference Page 6-17Communication Cable SchematicA wiring diagram for the serial communication cable is shown below.

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Software Development ToolsInstalling ApplicationsOptions for Program and File StoragePower ManagementWindows CE ReferencesSection 7SoftwareDeveloper&a

Page 7-2 Software Developer's Guide for Windows CE

Software Developer's Guide for Windows CE Page 7-3Software Development Tools▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ Microsoft eMbedded Visual ToolsTo develop Windows C

Page 7-4 Software Developer's Guide for Windows CE▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ Selecting the PlatformWhen you begin to write a new application, choose the A

Software Developer's Guide for Windows CE Page 7-5▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ VBScriptVBScript is Microsoft’s Visual Basic Scripting Edition. It is a scale

Hardware Features Page 2-5▲▲▲▲▲ Hand Strap and Shoulder StrapThere are four metal cleats, one on each corner of the Allegro case. Eachcleat

Page 7-6 Software Developer's Guide for Windows CEInstalling ApplicationsBoth eMbedded Visual Basic and eMbedded Visual C++ have features

Software Developer's Guide for Windows CE Page 7-7Editing the .inf FileThe Allegro uses a 486 equivalent processor. You need to manually

Page 7-8 Software Developer's Guide for Windows CEOptions for Program and File StorageFor program and data storage, the Allegro has 16 M

Software Developer's Guide for Windows CE Page 7-9Power ManagementWindows CE was designed with battery operation in mind. Theoperating sy

Page 7-10 Software Developer's Guide for Windows CEWindows CE References▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ Reference BooksThe following books about program develo

IntroductionPower ManagementKeyboard and VideoExtended BIOS FunctionsHardware Interrupt ListingI/O Port MappingAT Keyboard Scan CodesKeyboard Key-Code

Page 8-2 Software Developer's Guide for DOS

Software Developer's Guide for DOS Page 8-3 IntroductionThis section of the manual includes technical information forDOS programmers. The

Page 8-4 Software Developer's Guide for DOS Power ManagementThe Allegro has several power management functions integrated withinthe BIOS.

Software Developer's Guide for DOS Page 8-5For applications that do not take advantage of the Allegro power API,the BIOS Automatic Power

Page 2-6 Hardware FeaturesKeyboard▲▲▲▲▲ Keyboard FeaturesThe keyboard on the Allegro is designed to maximize data entryefficiency and to w

Page 8-6 Software Developer's Guide for DOSAllegro Get Keystroke Function (Allegro_Getch())The following function can be used to put the

Software Developer's Guide for DOS Page 8-7Allegro CPU Done Function (Allegro_CpuDone)This function is called to restore the Power Manage

Page 8-8 Software Developer's Guide for DOSKeyboard and VideoA programmer can use the keyboard and video interrupt functions tocontrol th

Software Developer's Guide for DOS Page 8-9Extended BIOS FunctionsExtended BIOS services are available through the use of an extendedinte

Page 8-10 Software Developer's Guide for DOS▲▲▲▲▲ Function AH=2EhNote: The behavior of the panning sub-functions 00 - 03 depends onthe cu

Software Developer's Guide for DOS Page 8-11Subfunction: AL = 0Ah (get Allegro status byte)Returns status bye in AL where:b7-b1 = reser

Page 8-12 Software Developer's Guide for DOSSubfunction: AL = 11h (set keypad shift flag settings)The keyboard shift flags (<Ctrl>

Software Developer's Guide for DOS Page 8-13Subfunction: AL = 1Ah (get battery % charge)Returns AL = % C, range 0 to 100%.Subfunction: AL

Page 8-14 Software Developer's Guide for DOS▲▲▲▲▲ Function AH=2FhSubfunction: AL = 00h (read status byte)Output: AL = Status Byte, whe

Software Developer's Guide for DOS Page 8-15Subfunction: AL = 01h (read video contrast)Output: AL = Video ContrastThe range of video c

Hardware Features Page 2-7▲▲▲▲▲ Special Keys and Key SequencesThe standard keyboard letters, numbers, and functions are printed indark brow

Page 8-16 Software Developer's Guide for DOSSubfunction: AL = 15h (set auto suspend duration)This subfunction requires an input value t

Software Developer's Guide for DOS Page 8-17Subfunction: AL = 1Ah/AL = 1Bh (set auto-panning off/on)There is no output for these subfun

Page 8-18 Software Developer's Guide for DOSHardware Interrupt ListingThe following chart shows the interrupt-level assignments indecreas

Software Developer's Guide for DOS Page 8-19I/O Port MappingAddress Function 080 Diagnostics Port2F0 - 2F3 System Control Registers2F

Page 8-20 Software Developer's Guide for DOSA T Keyboard Scan CodesThe scan codes on the Allegro keyboard have been configured as shownin

Software Developer's Guide for DOS Page 8-21Keyboard Key-Code TablesdnegeLdraobyeKmetsySnacS)xeh(sedoCsedoCretcarahCLA/HA)xeh(lamroNeulBd

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Software Developer's Guide for DOS Page 8-23dnegeLdraobyeKmetsySnacS)xeh(sedoCsedoCretcarahCLA/HA)xeh(lamroNeulBdloGlamroNtfihSlrtCtlA670

Page 8-24 Software Developer's Guide for DOSdnegeLdraobyeKmetsySnacS)xeh(sedoCsedoCretcarahCLA/HA)xeh(lamroNeulBdloGlamroNtfihSlrtCtlAeul

Software Developer's Guide for DOS Page 8-25dnegeLdraobyeKmetsySnacS)xeh(sedoCsedoCretcarahCLA/HA)xeh(lamroNeulBdloGlamroNtfihSlrtCtlAG22

Page 2-8 Hardware FeaturesShifted OptionsThe shifted options and the associated key sequences are listed below.Option Key SequenceFunction key

Page 8-26 Software Developer's Guide for DOSdnegeLdraobyeKmetsySnacS)xeh(sedoCsedoCretcarahCLA/HA)xeh(lamroNeulBdloGlamroNtfihSlrtCtlAP91

Software Developer's Guide for DOS Page 8-27dnegeLdraobyeKmetsySnacS)xeh(sedoCsedoCretcarahCLA/HA)xeh(lamroNeulBdloGlamroNtfihSlrtCtlAY51

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Index

Page 2 Index

Index Page 3IndexAAC Power Adapter 2-25Accessories 1-5ActiveSyncConnecting as a Guest 4-47Connection Process 4-44Disconnecting 4-51Downloading

Page 4 IndexBBacklight. See DisplayBatteries 2-18Alkaline Batteries 2-23, 2-28Backup Power Suppliescapacitor (maintains RAM during battery cha

Index Page 5C (continued)Calibration 4-5Capacitor, Backup 2-18, 2-35, 3-3Case Design 2-4CD ROM, Allegro 1-5, 4-6, 5-3, 5-40, 6-12, 6-14, 6-15,

Page 6 IndexDData Storage Options 3-4PC Cards 2-38, 3-5RAM (Random Access Memory) 3-3, 3-4, 3-6, 4-19, 4-54, 4-55,4-57, 6-8Solid State Disk 3-

Index Page 7F (continued)FileScout DOS File Management Utility 5-3, 5-5, 5-12, 5-13, 5-14Font Size, Adjusting (DOS) 2-15, 5-38Full Screen (DOS

Hardware Features Page 2-9Keyboard Options For Both Windows CE and DOSThe following keys and key sequences are functional in bothWindows CE and

Page 8 IndexLLED Indicators 2-17, 2-28, 5-32Battery Charge Status 2-17Brightness Adjustment 2-17Charging Indicator 2-17External Power 2-17PC C

Index Page 9PPanning Key Sequences (DOS) 2-11PC Card Slot 2-38, 3-4, 3-5PC Cards 2-38ATA Flash Cards 3-5, 5-29Input/Output Device Cards 2-38In

Page 10 IndexRRAM (Random Access Memory).See Data Storage OptionsReal Time Clock Battery 2-34, 2-35Reboot 2-8, 2-29, 2-35, 8-9, 8-15Hard 4-9Wa

S (continued)Storage Designations 3-4Storing Files and Programs 3-4Storing Files and Programs (WinCE) 7-8Storing the Allegro During Inactive Periods 2

VVBScript 7-4Vehicle Power Adapter 2-25Video (DOS) 5-32Video Functions (DOS) 8-8, 8-15, 8-16Visual Basic (WinCE) 7-4Visual C++ (WinCE) 7-4WWarranty vi

Page 2-10 Hardware Features➫➫➫➫➫ WWWWWIIIIINNNNNcccccEEEEE Keyboard OptionsThe following keys and key sequences are functional in Windows

Hardware Features Page 2-11➫➫➫➫➫ DOSDOSDOSDOSDOS Keyboard OptionsThe following keys and key sequences are functional in DOS only.Break (Brk

Page-iiiTable of ContentsSection 1IntroductionWelcome ...1-3Allegro Overvi

Page 2-12 Hardware Features▲▲▲▲▲ Cleaning the KeyboardDirt and debris can get underneath the keyboard bezel. To clean it, use acoin to pul

Hardware Features Page 2-13DisplayThe Allegro CE has a high-contrast liquid crystal display. The activeviewing area is 3.3" wide x 2.5&quo

Page 2-14 Hardware Features▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ Adjusting Display FeaturesThe display features can be enabled, disabled, or adjusted through theControl P

Hardware Features Page 2-15Cleaning the TouchscreenDisable the touchscreen before you wipe it off or clean it to avoidinadvertently making sele

Page 2-16 Hardware Featuresscreen at one time, use one of the smaller fonts. Refer to Section 8,Software Developer’s Guide for DOS, Extended B

Hardware Features Page 2-17LED IndicatorsThe following LED indicators are located above the display:These indicators are active while the Alleg

Page 2-18 Hardware FeaturesBatteriesThe power consumption of the Allegro is very efficient. The AutoSuspend and Power Management features help

Hardware Features Page 2-194) Slide the latches downward until they cannot slide any further tosecurely latch the battery door closed.Do not tu

Page 2-20 Hardware FeaturesBy initially charging the batteries this way, you will become familiarwith the Allegro’s battery gauging feature an

Hardware Features Page 2-21The capaciry default is set at 3800. If you are unsure of your batteriescapacity check the label on the battery to d

Page-ivSection 4Windows CE Operating SystemWindows CE Overview ...4-3Starting Windows CE...

Page 2-22 Hardware FeaturesThese values must be set correctly for the battery charge function towork properly, as previously outlined in this

Hardware Features Page 2-23Once the battery pack is fully charged, the gauging is automaticallyset to 100% and the battery LED indicators accur

Page 2-24 Hardware FeaturesThe operating times previously stated are based on a typical applicationwhere the Allegro performance level is set

Hardware Features Page 2-25Try to charge the batteries within the recommended temperature range.If you need to charge the batteries in temperat

Page 2-26 Hardware Features2) Insert the connector into the external power input jack located onthe top of the Allegro case. It can take up to

Hardware Features Page 2-273) Tap on OK.Your Allegro is now set up fur use in vehicle power mode.Battery Gauging ExplainedThe Allegro's in

Page 2-28 Hardware FeaturesHow Battery Gauging Works When Using Alkaline BatteriesAlkaline batteries have a better slope to the voltage discha

Hardware Features Page 2-29When the battery pack voltage drops sufficiently, the Allegroautomatically goes into suspend mode. Charge or replace

Page 2-30 Hardware FeaturesAuto SuspendWhen the Auto Suspend feature is on, the Allegro turns itself off if thereis no activity after a specif

Hardware Features Page 2-315) Place the new battery pack in the left side of the battery compartment,push down, and slide it all the way to the

Page-vSection 5MS-DOS Operating SystemMS-DOS Operating System Overview...5-3Setting Up Communication...

Page 2-32 Hardware Features6) Slide the door to the alkaline holder back into place, making sure itsnaps securely shut.7) Place the alkaline b

Hardware Features Page 2-33Storing the Allegro During Inactive PeriodsTo protect the Allegro and your files during long or short-term storagepe

Page 2-34 Hardware FeaturesNiMH Battery Pack's Useful LifeBattery packs can be recharged approximately 600 times before theyneed to be re

Hardware Features Page 2-35If power is not supplied to the Allegro for more than five minutes, theAllegro reboots when the battery pack is repl

Page 2-36 Hardware FeaturesCommunication PortsThe Allegro has four communication ports:❏ Two 9 pin serial ports (located on the top of the cas

Hardware Features Page 2-37Connecting Sensors to COM1Pin 4 (DTR) on COM1 supplies up to 200 mA at +5 volts to power barcode scanners and other

Page 2-38 Hardware FeaturesPC Card SlotThe Allegro has a user-accessible PC Card Slot (PCMCIA 2.0 Type II)that allows you to add mass data sto

Hardware Features Page 2-39There are two screws holding the door in place. Turn each screwcounter-clockwise l/4 of a turn to release the door.4

Page 2-40 Hardware FeaturesSound GeneratorThe Allegro has the ability to produce basic computer sounds such asbeeps and clicks. A secondary pr

Expansion PodsCustom expansion pods allow you to integrate additional componentsas they become available. Options include an RF network, animal IDread

Page-viSection 7Software Developer's Guide for Windows CESoftware Development Tools ...7-3Installing App

Page 2-42 Hardware Features

Internal MemoryProgram and Data Storage OptionsSection 3MemoryConfigurationand DataStorage Options

Page 3-2 Memory and Data Storage

Memory and Data Storage Page 3-3Internal MemoryThe Allegro's internal memory is configured much like the memory inlaptop computers. It co

Page 3-4 Memory and Data StorageProgram and Data Storage OptionsThe Allegro has two options for storing programs and data: asolid state hard d

Memory and Data Storage Page 3-5▲▲▲▲▲ PC CardsThe Allegro has a user-accessible PC card slot (PCMCIA 2.0 Type II) thatallows you to add mass d

Page 3-6 Memory and Data StorageSRAM CardsPowerSRAM cards are powered by the Allegro while installed in the PC cardslot. An on-board battery r

Windows CE OverviewActiveSync Transfer ProgramWindows ExplorerStoring Files and ProgramsSave Registry UtilityApplication Command BarsPTab Spreadsheet

Page 4-2 Windows CE

Windows CE Page 4-3Windows CE OverviewThis section describes the operation of the Allegro using Microsoft™Windows™ CE, a new operating system

Page-viiWarranty and Repair Information▲▲▲▲▲ Limited WarrantiesJuniper Systems, Inc. (referred to as JS) warrants that all Allegro FieldComputer hardw

Page 4-4 Windows CEIn Windows CE version 3.0 you receive an error message if the registrywas not restored.The Windows CE Desktop appears on th

Windows CE Page 4-5▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ Display TouchscreenThe display has a touchscreen used to activate programs in WindowsCE and to make selections. T

Page 4-6 Windows CEscreen as you move across it. To avoid this problem, the Allegro isequipped with a special Touchscreen Disable/Enable key d

Windows CE Page 4-7▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ DesktopWhen you turn the Allegro on, a Desktop similar to the example shownbelow appears on the screen. The Deskt

Page 4-8 Windows CEFrom the menu, tap on the category you want to select. You can also usethe up and down arrow keys to make a selection and p

Windows CE Page 4-9▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ Special FunctionsKeyboard functions have been provided that allow you to bring up theStart menu and change applic

Page 4-10 Windows CE▲ Online HelpFor online help with Windows CE basics or with a specific application,tap the Start button and select Help. S

Windows CE Page 4-11CommunicationsThe Communications Properties program allows you to set options forestablishing a connection between the All

Page 4-12 Windows CEDate/TimeThe Date/Time program is used to set the current date, time and timezone.DialingThe Dialing program is used to cr

Windows CE Page 4-13DisplayThe Display program allows you to change the appearance of yourWindows CE desktop. The Background tab gives you des

Page-viiiAllegro voids any warranty. JS will not repair or update an Allegro andreturn it to an individual if it is without a serial number label.Fact

Page 4-14 Windows CEThe Backlight tab allows you to select the length of time you want thebacklight to remain on while the Allegro is in an id

Windows CE Page 4-15KeyboardThe Keyboard Properties Repeat tab is used to enable or disablecharacter repeat and set the repeat delay and repea

Page 4-16 Windows CEOwnerThe Owner Properties program Identification tab allows you to specifypersonal information, such as your name, address

Windows CE Page 4-17The Power Off tab allows you to specify how much time will pass beforethe Allegro goes into suspend mode. You can also hav

Page 4-18 Windows CERemove ProgramsThis program allows you to remove programs that you have installed onthe Allegro. You cannot remove program

Windows CE Page 4-19From the Calibration tab, the touchscreen is recalibrated. If you havetrouble selecting an item when you tap on it, the to

Page 4-20 Windows CEplenty of execution space. You can figure out how much RAM isavailable to use by subtracting the In Use figure from the Al

Windows CE Page 4-21From the Sounds tab, you can associate a sound with an action. Theactions are listed on the left. Those that have sounds a

Page 4-22 Windows CEActiveSync Transfer ProgramInstructions on establishing communication between the Allegro and adesktop PC using ActiveSync

Windows CE Page 4-231) Select ActiveSync from the Microsoft Downloads list.2) The first screen asks you to select a language to view the downl

Page-ixSoftware License Agreements▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ Juniper SystemsThis Software License Agreement is between the end-user and JuniperSystems, Inc. Please re

Page 4-24 Windows CE2) Click on the Next button and follow the instructions given to you bythe ActiveSync Setup program. When ActiveSync is in

Windows CE Page 4-25The Allegro CE has three communication ports available for establishingan ActiveSync connection between the Allegro and de

Page 4-26 Windows CESelect the correct port and baud rate from the drop-down list. Tap onthe OK button.3) Double-click on the ActiveSync icon

Windows CE Page 4-274) Click on the Next button on the Get Connected: Checking COM Portsscreen. The following screen is shown:5) If the cable

Page 4-28 Windows CEIf using COM 2 on the Allegro, wait for the Progress box of theChecking COM Ports screen indicating Looking for a Mobile d

Windows CE Page 4-29ActiveSync IrDA Infrared ConnectionWhen establishing an infrared connection between the Allegro and yourdesktop PC for the

Page 4-30 Windows CEAn Unsuccessful ConnectionIf the connection was not successful, the following screen appears on thePC:From here, click on

Windows CE Page 4-31▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ Establishing Additional ActiveSync ConnectionsIf you already have ActiveSync installed on your desktop PC, compl

Page 4-32 Windows CE5) Press the Explore button to view the contents of the Allegro from thedesktop PC.If you did not initially set up a partn

Windows CE Page 4-33New Partnership Set UpAfter you have successfully connected the Allegro to the desktop PC thefollowing screen will appear: