F4Devices FORGE F4 tech, User Manual

Page 1: ...1 FORGE HANDHELD USER MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...tery 13 Initial Startup 14 Syncing Device to Your PC 14 Installing ActiveSync and WMDC 15 User Options 16 Using the MicroSD card 16 Using the Ultrasonic Ranging Module 17 Chapter 2 17 The Basics 17 Powering On Off 17 Power Saving 17 Turning the backlight on off 17 Suspend Mode 18 On Screen Navigation 18 Using the Stylus 18 Home Screen 19 Portrait Landscape View 20 Navigation Bar 20 Tool Bar 20 Pro...

Page 3: ... Meetings 28 Creating an Appointment 29 Using the Calendar Summary Screen 30 Contacts Tracking Friends and Colleagues 30 Creating a Contact 30 Tasks Keeping a To Do List 30 Creating a Task 30 Notes Capturing Thoughts and Ideas 31 Creating a Note 31 Email Sending and Receiving Email Messages 31 Synchronizing Email Messages 31 Connecting Directly to an Email Server 32 Using the Message List 32 Compo...

Page 4: ...ing 43 Chapter 6 45 Getting Connected 45 Types of Connections 45 Setting up a Cellular HSDPA Connection 45 Searching and Organizing Information 47 Remote Desktop 47 Setting up a Dial up Connection 49 Using a Wireless Network 49 Switching On or Off the Wi Fi Radio 49 Using Bluetooth 51 Switching On or Off the Bluetooth 52 Sending Files Via Bluetooth 53 Receiving Files Via Bluetooth 54 Creating a Bl...

Page 5: ...Practices 61 Chapter 9 62 Troubleshooting Maintenance 62 Resetting Your Device 62 Restoring Device to Factory Settings 63 Troubleshooting 64 Caring for Your Device 66 Chapter 10 67 Safety Precautions 67 About Charging 67 About the Charger 67 About the Battery 68 FCC Warning 68 Chapter 11 69 Echo Distance Module Select Models 69 Clinometer Select Models 73 ...

Page 6: ...6 Chapter 1 Getting Started Identifying Hardware Components Front of Device 1 2 3 6 5 4 ...

Page 7: ...ng battery with Windows notifications Alternating Red and Amber displays low battery with Windows notifications Alternating Amber and Green displays full battery with Windows notifications Alternating Amber and Red displays faulty battery with Windows notifications 2 LED2 Indicator LED2 Status Indication for Integrated Module 3 Touch Screen Video display that responds to finger taps and gestures 4 Micr...

Page 8: ...tions defined by individual API 3 Back Tab Key Backspace key 4 Front Tab Key Forward delete key 5 Power Button Turns device on and off 6 Start Menu Opens Start Menu 7 Numeric Keys 12 key numeric keys is embedded in the typewriter keys 8 Camera Button Press to take a photo 9 Num Lock Pressing this key toggles the Num Lock on and off When on the Num Lock activates the numeric keys 1 2 3 5 6 4 7 8 9 ...

Page 9: ...9 Top View 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2 9 Back of Device ...

Page 10: ...t options on the touch screen 6 External GPS Antenna Allows for use of optional external antenna Antenna may be placed on top of a vehicle building to gain greater reception 7 Speaker Plays music sounds and voices 8 Battery Cover Screw Locks the battery cover 9 Battery Cover Covers and protects battery Ref Component Description 1 Power Connector Allows for battery charging through an A C adapter 2...

Page 11: ...ing your Device Installing the Battery and SIM Card select models 1 Detach the battery cover from device 2 If your model has the 3 5G capability you will need to 3 UART RS232 Connector Connects to a RS232 device ...

Page 12: ...by your mobile provider and insert the SIM card into the slot then push to lock 3 To remove the SIM card slide to open then remove card 4 To install the battery insert the connector side of the battery first then secure the connection ...

Page 13: ...e battery is fully charged This may take a couple of hours For Optimal Performance Only use the included A C charger The lithium battery does NOT need to be fully discharged before next charging Do NOT charge the battery in high temperatures i e direct sunlight The battery MUST be fully charged at least once every two weeks even if the device is not in use Over discharge of the battery creates neg...

Page 14: ...er PIN o Once Setup is complete the Home screen will appear The device is now ready for use Syncing Device to Your PC Your device can connect and synchronize data with a Windows based computer through ActiveSync and Windows Mobile Device Center WMDC ActiveSync is compatible with Windows XP WMDC is only compatible with Windows Vista or Windows ActiveSync and WMDC act as gateways between your device...

Page 15: ...s Mobile Device Center Visit the Microsoft website to download the program and to obtain operating instructions http www microsoft com ActiveSync connection problems may occur in some cases Likely causes include o Interoperability with firewall applications o Network management applications o For troubleshooting information visit the Microsoft website http www microsoft com After software installa...

Page 16: ... steps to insert a microSD card Detach the battery cover from device Remove the battery Insert the card into the slot Re insert the battery Re attach the battery cover to device Make sure the microSD card slot is free of debris and always store microSD card in a protective case to avoid heat dust humidity ...

Page 17: ...device hold down the power button the device will display a 3 second countdown notification then power off Power Saving Turning the backlight on off The touchscreen s backlight dims after inactivity By default the touchscreen will dim after 30 seconds of activity on battery power While connected to A C charger the touchscreen will dim after 1 minute of activity To restore the backlight either doub...

Page 18: ...set the device into suspend mode briefly press the power button To resume operation press the power button On Screen Navigation Using the Stylus This tool is used to navigate the device s touchscreen The stylus is located at the device s left side remove from slot for use Tap To open items and select options touch the screen once with the stylus Drag To drag text and images across the screen tap h...

Page 19: ...ed option Home Screen When the device is turned on the default screen is the Home screen The Home screen can be accessed by tapping and then Home The Home screen displays upcoming appointments active tasks email messages and notifications and more If a section of the Home screen is tapped the associated program will open ...

Page 20: ...r The navigation bar is located at the top of the screen It displays active programs and tools such as volume battery time connectivity and more Tap the navigation bar to setup related items Navigation Bar Tool Bar The toolbar is located at the bottom of the screen including options such as an onscreen keyboard and the Menu button Tool Bar ...

Page 21: ...een message A sound which can be changed or specified The notification flashes in amber To specify and choose reminder types and sounds tap Settings Sounds Notifications Entering Information into Your Device Text can be entered by Using the onscreen keyboard Using the handwriting recognizer To show or hide the onscreen keyboard tap The soft keyboard appears by default To change input modes tap and...

Page 22: ...reen tap Draw to switch to drawing mode Drawing on the Screen Pictures diagrams charts etc can be drawn onto the screen using the same input method for writing text 1 Tap Draw to enter drawing mode 2 To draw cross 3 ruled lines on first stroke a drawing box should appear 3 Any strokes or marks made within the guidelines will become part of the drawing 4 Drawings that do not cross three ruled lines...

Page 23: ...ew Recording Toolbar Place the device s microphone near your mouth or the source of the sound Tap the Record button on the Recording toolbar to begin recording To stop recording tap the Stop button on the Recording toolbar The new recording will appear in the note list or as an embedded icon To play a recording select the recording in the list or tap its icon in the note Drawing Box Volume Control...

Page 24: ...ock the device Tap Unlock Securing Your Device with a Password To keep data secure a password can be assigned to be inputted each time the device is turned on Tap Settings Lock Tap to select prompt if phone unused for In the box to the right select a desired period of time Select password type Enter desired password Confirm the password Tap OK to save the settings If the password is forgotten the ...

Page 25: ...s The battery should be charged for at least 30 minutes if the device displays a warning of low power Failure to do so may result in insufficient battery power for operation Battery power can be monitored by tapping Settings System Power The available remaining power is displayed on a status bar in the Power control panel When the battery is low a warning message will appear As a precaution all da...

Page 26: ...device goes into suspend mode can be adjusted by tapping Settings System Power Advanced The device can also be set into suspended via the Power button Disable functions and features you don t intend on using Decrease the volume Disable unused or unnecessary sounds and lights Keep only the most necessary sounds and lights These settings can be adjusted by tapping Settings Sounds Notifications Avoid...

Page 27: ...ations To change the settings for the system s sounds volume and notifications Connections Connections To set up or change connection information Domain Enroll To connect the device with company resources An enrollment password should be provided by the company s system administrator Beam mode To enable to receive incoming files USB to PC To adjust settings for the type of USB connection and to en...

Page 28: ...together For detailed information on using Microsoft programs tap Help Calendar Scheduling Appointments and Meetings Use Calendar to schedule appointments including meetings and other events Appointments can be viewed as Agenda Day Week Month or Year Notifications can be set as reminders for appointments Appointments can also be displayed on the Home screen Tap Calendar to access the program Tap t...

Page 29: ...intment Using the Onscreen Keyboard tap first to select the field and then enter a description and location If needed tap the date and time to change them Enter other desired information You will need to hide the Onscreen Keyboard to see all available fields Tap ok to save and return to Calendar Tap to add new ...

Page 30: ...icated by the icon Creating a Contact In contacts tap For model with the 3 5G connection function Outlook or SIM contact should be selected Using the Onscreen Keyboard enter a contact s information Scroll to view all available fields Tap ok to save and return to contact list When a contact in the contact list is tapped a summary screen is displayed Tasks Keeping a To Do List Use Tasks to create a ...

Page 31: ...o recording Tap Notes to open the program Creating a Note In Notes tap Create a note by writing drawing typing or recording Tap OK to save and return to the note list Email Sending and Receiving Email Messages The email program can be used to send and receive email messages in two ways Sync the device with Microsoft Exchange or Outlook on a computer Connect directly to an email server through an I...

Page 32: ...layed in the message list Tap a message to open it By default when the device is synchronized with a desktop computer or a server only messages from the previous three days and only the first 2 kb will be synced with the device Attachments will not be synced with the device The original messages will remain on the desktop computer Messages can be marked so that the device will retrieve the message...

Page 33: ...be delivered in one of two ways o The message is transferred to the Outbox folder in Exchange or Outlook upon next synchronization o The message is transferred to the email server upon connection Managing Email Messages and Folders Each email service account has its own folder hierarchy with five default folders Inbox Outbox Deleted Items Drafts and Sent Items The messages received and sent throug...

Page 34: ... connection is established between the device and a computer information can be synchronized on the device and the computer with ActiveSync or WMDC Synchronization compares the data on both the device and the computer and updates both systems with the most recent information For example Outlook Contacts Calendar and Tasks databases on the device can be kept up to date by synchronizing the device w...

Page 35: ...ove programs on the device Pass through the computer to a network or the Internet Synchronizing Data Once synchronization set is complete date can be synchronized between the device and the computer To synchronize data Connect the device to computer On the device tap ActiveSync Tap Sync to begin synchronization Office Mobile Microsoft Office Mobile works with Microsoft Office on the computer to gi...

Page 36: ...r edited Opening an Office File Upon opening an Office Mobile program a file list will appear Tap a file to open it Only one file may be opened at the time If a second file is opened the first file will be saved and closed automatically If the HSDPA connection requires manual setup you must obtain the specific settings from the cellular service provider and do the following Tap Settings Connection...

Page 37: ...puter download links and mobile favorites that are stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in Internet Explorer on the computer While connected to an ISP or network the device can download files and programs from the Internet or an intranet Tap Internet Explorer The Internet Explorer Mobile home page appears Browsing the Internet Tap Internet Explorer Tap the Favorites soft key to display the Fav...

Page 38: ...cess to up to date MSN Hotmail Inbox Messenger Contacts list and options for customizing the Messenger experience Windows Live requires an internet connection either a MSN Hotmail account an MSN Messenger account or a Windows passport account Features of Windows Live Messenger include Favorite ...

Page 39: ...o Windows Live Tap Accept Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the setup Signing into Messenger Before signing into Messenger Windows Live must be signed into first Tap Messenger to access the program Tap Sign In Windows Media Player Windows Media Player can be used to play digital audio or video stored on the device on a network or on a website Supported formats are Windows Media or MP3 f...

Page 40: ...e screen Playing a slideshow Editing pictures Viewing Pictures Videos To view pictures or video stored on a storage card tap Pictures Videos By default the program displays thumbnails of the pictures and videos in the My Pictures folder within the My Documents folder on the device Thumbnails of pictures and videos appear on the screen Tap one of them to view in full screen ...

Page 41: ...omatic focusing A white frame will appear Wait until the color of the frame turns green indicating that the subject is in focus Press the camera button fully to take the picture The taken picture will be displayed on the screen Tap the screen or press the camera button to go back to the camera screen If the picture is not chosen to be deleted after it was taken the picture is saved to the pre sele...

Page 42: ...s Pictures Videos Camera Tap the at left corner of the screen to switch between camera and video modes Press the camera button to start recording To stop recording press the camera button The video clip is saved to the pre selected storage location To view the video clip tap Thumbnails ...

Page 43: ...p the Set up item on the bottom of the screen To enable the coordinate and date marks tap the upper right icons The upper left icon flag shows the GPS position fixed or not To enable the coordinate and date marks tap the upper right icons The upper left icon flag shows the GPS ...

Page 44: ...m BAP Forge series unit the coordinate and date marks will show on the upper left corner of the photo To check the coordinates from PC NB copy the file from BAP Forge series to PC NB and right click on the file Select Content to check more information ...

Page 45: ...nly Model with 3 5G connection function allow the device to access the Internet via the mobile phone service network Setting up a Cellular HSDPA Connection HSDPA service requires a subscription with a mobile phone service network operator In most cases the cellular HSDPA connection will be preconfigured by the cellular service provider and does not need to be setup or changed ...

Page 46: ...d personal feedback to Microsoft regarding the Windows Mobile software Encryption To encrypt files on the storage card Error Reporting To enable or disable error reporting to Windows Mobile technical support group External GPS To configure the GPS hardware settings Managed Programs To show the installation history of managed programs Memory To view the system memory or the memory of any installed ...

Page 47: ...To Search for a file Tap Search Phone enter the file name select data type and tap Search to start the search File Explorer can also be used to find files on the device and to organize these files into folders Tap File Explorer Files can be moved in File Explorer by tapping and holding the item Tap Cut or Copy on the shortcut menu browse to the new location and tap Paste Remote Desktop Remote Desk...

Page 48: ...48 have Terminal Services or Remote Desktop installed To connect to a remote computer o Tap Remote Desktop Mobile o Select the computer Enter the username password and domain o Tap Connect ...

Page 49: ... a modem field select Cellular Line and then tap Next Enter the phone number provided by the service provider and tap Next Enter the username and password and tap Finish Using a Wireless Network The device has a built in wireless network module If the device is within a wireless LAN WLAN environment it can connect to the network without any cables Switching On or Off the Wi Fi Radio By default the...

Page 50: ...ayed as Off Turn on the Wi Fi radio Tap Menu Wi Fi Settings to open the Wireless Networks Configuration screen By default the device will automatically detect available wireless networks If more than one network is detected the screen will display a network list Tap the desired network and follow the procedure to configure the wireless network If the selected network requires a network key enter t...

Page 51: ...tooth headsets devices from all manufacturers are compatible with the device The device incorporates Bluetooth capability Bluetooth technology is a short range approximately 10m or 30ft wireless communications technology Bluetooth technology features the ability to do the following Beam information such as files tasks contacts etc to other Bluetooth supported devices Connect the device to a Blueto...

Page 52: ...th capabilities to detect the device and attempt to beam information to it establish a connection or use a Bluetooth service tap Setting Bluetooth Mode Make this device visible to other devices To turn off the Bluetooth radio follow the above procedure but tap the Bluetooth box to change the Bluetooth radio from On or Visible to Off The Bluetooth radio status on the Home screen will be displayed a...

Page 53: ... tap and hold the desired item Tap Beam File in the shortcut menu The device will search for other devices with Bluetooth capabilities within close range and will display them in the list Tap the desired destination device Files are saved automatically before they are beamed If a Word document or Excel workbook was created on a computer unsupported content and formatting may be lost when the files...

Page 54: ...tion that allows for secure information exchange via Bluetooth technology When a partnership between two devices is created the devices do not need to be discoverable for secure information exchange A matching passkey is required on both devices to create a partnership A Bluetooth partnership will work as long as the Bluetooth function is turned on Turn both devices set them to discoverable and pl...

Page 55: ...w the status of the GPS and depending on the version allows the user to configure the GPS and optimize it for the environment for which it will be used This instruction guide will show you all of the features and their application The versions of GeoAssist that are available are Lite L Standard S and Premium P ...

Page 56: ...s well as Exit the program The GPS Settings for the Forge handheld should be set to use COM 9 as the communications port and the baud rate should be set to 9600 Next set the additional NMEA sentences you would like to have enabled The GST string reports the GPS Pseudo range Error Noise Statistics When satisfied press the Apply button ...

Page 57: ... information regarding each satellite being used PRN Pseudo Random Noise unique identifier for each satellite SNR Signal to Noise Ratio Active Used in Position True False Azimuth Position in the sky from True North Elevation Elevation of satellite above the horizon ...

Page 58: ...ives you the following control over SBAS Subsystem P o Disable Turn SBAS off o Enable Turn SBAS on PRN Codes P Choose the SBAS that best fits your needs Press apply when ready In order for Apply to be active the GPS must be started Network DGPS P Host Enter your host name IP address Port Enter the port given by provider User ID Enter your User ID Password Enter your password Advanced Some NTRIP se...

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Page 60: ...ate in a nmea file This will not store feature attribute or value data just raw nmea string from the GPS receiver Choose a storage location then press Start When you are finished press Stop About Tab The About Tab validates your license edition as well as version ...

Page 61: ...st to walk directly to target and stop to collect data Wandering around target or moving the unit aimlessly may cause inaccurate data If GPS performance is slow reset the handheld Handheld and Best Practices Begin each day be resetting the handheld This normal practice for most devices and will help with performance For best results and when possible charge the device via the provided A C wall cha...

Page 62: ...62 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting Maintenance Resetting Your Device If the device stops responding or appears to be frozen or is locked up the device may need resetting Reset button ...

Page 63: ... Clearing the memory deletes all data files system settings and additional programs that were installed or synchronized Back up data on a computer storage media or another device before restoring to factory default state Regular back up of data ensures data integrity during emergency or accidental situations To clear the memory from the device proceed with the following Turn off the system Press F...

Page 64: ...wly Make sure that the device is not running out of battery power If the problem still persists restart the device Screen freezes Restart the device Cannot establish a connection with a computer via USB Make sure that the device and the computer are both switched on before trying to establish a connection Make sure that the cable is securely plugged into the USB port on the computer and on the dev...

Page 65: ...roblem Solution A warning message of not enough memory appears Delete unneeded files Remove unneeded programs Delete all files and clear history in Internet Explorer Stop programs that are not being currently used To check the state of active programs tap Settings System Task Manager To stop the program by tapping End Task Restart the device Move the data file to the storage card using file explor...

Page 66: ...asily be scratched Avoid touching it with sharp objects Non adhesive generic screen protectors designed specifically for use on portable devices with LCD panels may be used to help protect the screen from minor scratches Never clean the device with it powered on Use a soft lint free cloth to wipe the screen and exterior of the device Do not use paper towels to clean the screen Never attempt to dis...

Page 67: ... result in malfunction and or danger Use a specified cradle approved by the manufacturer Use a specified battery About the Charger Do not use the charger in a high moisture environment Never touch the charger with wet hands feet or any other body part Allow adequate ventilation around the charger when using it to operate the device or charge the battery Do not cover the charger with paper or other...

Page 68: ...C 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 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 insta...

Page 69: ...p F4 Distance to open the program Remove the rubber cover at the top of the Forge Connect a 9 Volt battery to the Transponder While holding the Transponder to the Forge coupler tap Power and then F1 Open to open the transciever Next tap F3 Power while still holding the Transponder to the Forge coupler Wait for the Transponder to power up It will chirp twice when it is powered up Tap F2 Close to cl...

Page 70: ...down menus to choose your distance units limiting diameter units BAF and other information Tap F2 Close to close the window On the main screen tap the Calibrate button Tap F3 Temp and the Forge will read the temperature Set the Set Distance to 20 30 40 or 50 feet Using a measuring tape walk the Set Distance value you chose away from the Transponder Hold the Forge at the Set Distance value Tap F1 C...

Page 71: ... away from the Transponder with the Forge There is no need to measure this distance with a measuring tape Tap F1 Measure to measure the distance between the Forge and the Transponder The Transponder will chirp indicating that it is receiving signal The distance and limiting diameter measurements will appear in the appropriate windows once the Transponder has completed its measurement ...

Page 72: ...72 To power down the Transponder Tap Power Tap F1 Close to power down Tap F2 Close to close the window and F2 Close again to close the program Remove the battery from the Transponder ...

Page 73: ...ivot point and keep the Forge vertical as you measure height to ensure more accurate results Tap F4 Height to open the program Place the powered up Transponder on the object to be measured or input the distance to the object if known Set the Handheld offset distance This is the distance you hold the Forge from your eyes Tap Start Camera to bring up the camera ...

Page 74: ...sure the base of the object The base will be displayed in the first white box Now pivot upwards and line up the camera sights with the top of the object or the target to measure Tap F3 Height to measure the top of the object or target to measure The number will be displayed in the second box This is the height of the object Up to 8 measurements can be made To clear out height measurements tap Clea...