IBM Network Card M71V2 User Manual

M71V2

Wireless Handheld Terminal

Effective Date: February 2008

User’s Guide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCING THE M71V2

What to Expect

Network Setup

Radio Settings (WEP)

Radio Settings (WPA-PSK)

Radio Settings (WPA-EAP)

Simultaneous Hosts Connection

Multiple Hosts

Warranty

General Conventions

M71V2 TERMINAL OVERVIEW

Using the M71V2 Keyboard

Key Values

Hosts Log-in Options

Terminal Options

The M71V2 Display Screen

TheM71V2Scanner

Terminal Emulation - amlterm

Terminal Emulation – vt100 / vt220

Terminal Emulation – tn5250

Power Management

Diagnostics

The M71V2 Scanner LED

Scanner information and Labeling

The M71V2 Internal Radio

802.11b Fallback Mode

Network Status

Interference and Coexistence

Security Issues

Resource Information

Ad-Hoc Mode

Ping Server

GSM/GPRS Network Card Support

Installing the GPRS SIM Card

Installing the Optional M71V2 Handle

The M71V2 Communications Ports

The M71V2 Cradle

Print Test Label

Firmware Version

Serial Number

Battery Status

Barcode Data Viewer

Ping USB Server

THE M71V2 RF SERVER LOGIN 24

Hardware Tests

The CommandLink™ Software

Wait WLAN

Local Settings, Laser & CCD Only

Barcode Options

Connecting

Symbology Settings

Setting the Code 39 Bar Code

Setting the UPC Bar Code

Setting the EAN Bar Code

UPC/EAN Supplements Settings

Setting the I - 2 of 5 Bar Code

Setting the Codabar Bar Code

Setting the Code 128 Bar Code

Setting the Code 93 Bar Code

Setting the MSI/Plessey Bar Code

Setting the Code 11 Bar Code

Setting the RSS Bar Code

Applications

Telnet

Switching Virtual Consoles

Terminal Emulation

Updating Firmware

THE M71V2 MENU SYSTEM

Main Menu

Reconnect

Contrast

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Decoder Options

100

101

Setting the Code 32 Bar Code

Setting the Trioptic Bar Code

Decoder Options

102

103

105

106

107

109

110

112

113

114

115

116

117

Local Settings, 2D Imager Only

Barcode Options

Symbology Settings

Laser / CCD Setting

Imager Options (2D Imager Only)

Bar Code Edit Options

Beep Options

Setting the Code 39 Bar Code

Setting the PDF417 Bar Code

Setting the MicroPDF417 Bar Code

Setting the RSS Bar Code

Saving Bar Code Settings

Date/Time

Setting the Composite Bar Code

Setting the UPC-A Bar Code

Setting the UPC-E Bar Code

Setting the EAN/JAN-13 Bar Code

Setting the EAN/JAN-8 Bar Code

Setting the 2 of 5(s) Bar Codes

Setting the Codabar Bar Code

Setting the Code 128 Bar Code

Setting the Code 93 Bar Code

Setting the MSI/Plessey Bar Codes

Setting the Code 11 Bar Code

Setting the Telepen Bar Code

Setting the PosiCode Bar Code

Setting the Codablock F Bar Code

Setting the Code 16K Bar Code

Setting the Code 49 Bar Code

Setting the Aztec Bar Code

Port Configuration

Startup Options

Keyboard Options

Linux Prompt

Journaling File System

FTP

Tools/Utilities

Calculator

Force Sleep Now

THE M71V2 EXPANDED MEMORY

HANDHELD TERMINAL

The M71V2 Memory Allocation

File Transfer Protocol (FTP)

118

119

120

123

The M71V2 Web Server Application

The Links Web Browser Application

Connect 3270 and 5250 TE Clients

Setting the QR Code Bar Code

Setting the Data Matrix Bar Code

Setting the MaxiCode Bar Code

Setting the Postal Bar Codes

Stay-Linked 3270 and 5250 TE Clients 123

RFGen Application Development Software124

The M71V2 Tool Chain

124

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G E T T I N G S T A R T E D

Chapter

Introducing the M71V2

This chapter describes how to get started using your M71V2 handheld

terminal and get you up and running fast.

he M71V2 handheld terminal is an ultra-versatile, high-performance, designed-to-

fit-your-budget terminal. The ergonomic design easily fits in even the smallest of

hands. It is rugged, lightweight, compact and easy-to-use. The high resolution

graphical display is capable of presenting a multitude of fonts and images.

The M71V2 utilizes a true, fully functional, Linux operating system. The Linux operating

system is well known for its stability, speed and conservative memory usage. The Linux

operating system coupled with the M71V2’s high speed processor makes the M71V2 one

of the fastest handheld terminals on the market today. In test after test the Linux

operating system has out-performed DOS based and Windows based operating systems

when compared on similar hardware platforms.

The M71V2 is easy to use and program. Our specifically designed CommandLink™ RF

(Radio Frequency) software makes it easy to create custom applications for any

requirement. Our terminal emulation software makes it easy to integrate the M71V2 into

legacy applications as well. You can even utilize standard BASIC software on the

M71V2 handheld terminal.

Power saving features of the M71V2 includes auto-off and power save modes, which

reduce power consumption until an operator provides input. These features conserve

battery power and lengthen the time between charges or battery replacement. The M71V2

was designed to operate for a full 8 hour shift without requiring the battery to be re-

charged or replaced.

What to Expect

This user’s guide provides you with an overall physical description, keypad values,

technical specifications and performance capabilities of the M71V2 handheld terminal. In

addition you will learn how to:

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G E T T I N G S T A R T E D

Connect to your host computer

Customize your M71V2 Terminal

Create and execute programs

Collect and upload data

Send and receive data

Connect and use the M71V2 serial interface

Warranty

A one-year warranty against material defects and workmanship from the date of shipment

is guaranteed by American Microsystems, Ltd. Products are sold on the basis of

specifications applicable at the time of manufacture. American Microsystems, Ltd. shall

have no obligation to modify or update products once sold. At our option, we will repair

or replace, at no charge, any unit that proves to be defective providing the appropriate

steps are taken to procure an RMA (Return Materials Authorization) number and

shipping instructions from American Microsystems, Ltd.

General Conventions

Before you begin to use the M71V2 terminal, it’s important that you understand key

conventions and terms used in this manual.

Keys

Description

SMALL CAPS

Refers to a specific menu selection contained in the M71V2 in

order to continue or complete a task.

[KEY]

The square brackets indicate a specific key on the M71V2

handheld terminal’s key pad.

Bold

Words you type – for example when you are instructed to type

A:\setup. Bold also refers to existing filenames.

Italic

¤Notes

Italic/Bold

Click/Select

Warning! And section references.

After selecting a procedure or menu, “Click” means to press and

release the left mouse button. “Select” means that after you select

the menu item or action, you should press ENTER.

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Chapter

M71V2 Terminal Overview

This chapter describes the features of the M71V2 terminal.

o save time in the future, print a copy of this document. Choose Print from the File menu, and

press Enter to receive all the pages of examples and instructions.

Using the M71V2 Keyboard

The M71V2 Terminal is equipped with fifty-five keys that are divided into white, grey, blue, red,

yellow and black keys. When pressed, each key emits an audible beep to indicate that the M71V2

terminal has detected the key press.

The red power key turns the M71V2 on/off. You must press and hold

this key down to power off the unit. This prevents accidentally

powering off the unit if this key is momentarily pressed.

Note: The Power Key Wake-up feature is only available on units with

Decoder version 2.0 or later. On earlier versions the power key will

immediately shut off the unit. The Decoder can only be programmed at

the factory.

The white/black “light bulb” key turns on/off the display backlight.

The backlight will automatically shut off after a predetermined time

has expired. This predetermined time can be programmed by the user.

The yellow [SCAN] button activates the M71V2 scan engine. The

button is conveniently located for right or left hand use.

The seven blue keys consist of [Func], four arrow keys and two

[ENTER] keys (for right or left hand use). The [Func] key activates

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the blue Function menu or the blue special characters. Function keys (F1 – F20) can be

programmed by many host systems, to be “hot keys” and select specific program items without

navigating the entire program.

The black [Shift] key toggles between upper and lower case mode and selects special characters on

the numeric keypad.

There are ten white numeric keys and one white period key. These keys are larger than the less

used alpha keys to enable easy inputting of numbers with the right or left thumb.

Thirty-three grey keys represent letters, special functions, Space and Menu keys. The [Alt], [Ctl],

[Ins], [? ¦ ] (backspace) and [Esc] keys are also grey keys near the bottom of the keyboard.

Key Values

Yellow Key

Activates the built in scan engine. The red LED above the power

key indicates when the scan engine is active.

SCAN

Blue Keys

Selects special functions determined by the host system. Hitting

Func

Func then a number selects a special function.

Functions 1 - 9 are selected by hitting the <Func> then <1>

through <9> keys.

Functions 11 – 19 are selected by hitting the <Alt> then <1>

through <9> keys.

Function 10 is selected using the <Func> then <0> key and

Function 20 is selected by using the <Alt> then <0> key.

Depending on the FUNC LOCK setting, hitting a number key will

select a number or a special function. Shift then Func toggles

FUNC LOCK on and off.

Performs the Enter function.

Enter

Moves the display screen up one line at a time or moves the

display screen up one menu level.

5 (Up arrow)

In terminal emulation, the <Shift> then <5> will move the

screen up one whole page.

Moves the cursor left one character at a time and toggles between

menu selection options.

3 (Left arrow)

In terminal emulation, the <Func> then <3> is Back TAB.

In terminal emulation, the <Shift> then <3> will move the

screen up one whole page.

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Moves the display screen down one line at a time or moves the

display screen down one menu level.

6 (Down arrow)

4 (Right arrow)

In terminal emulation, the <Shift> then <6> will move the

screen up one whole page.

Moves the cursor right one character at a time and toggles

between menu selection options.

In terminal emulation, the <Func> then <4> is TAB

(Forward Tab function).

In terminal emulation, the <Shift> then <4> will move the

screen up one whole page.

Grey Keys

Alpha

Letters A-Z and special characters when Func key is pressed

prior to letter key.

Ins

Inserts data at the cursor position and moves all existing data to

the right

? ¦

Deletes characters at the cursor position or if cursor follows a

string of characters, it deletes the characters to the left of the

cursor

Esc

Exits operation being performed

Enters the space character

Space

Red Keys

power

Powers unit off/on

Black Key

Shift

Selects upper and lower case characters, depending on the CAPS

LOCK setting. Func then Shift toggles CAPS LOCK on and off.

Shift also selects the special characters on the numeric keypad.

White Keys

Numeric

0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, . (period) and Backlight Lamp.

To toggle Caps Lock mode on or off,

hit [Func] then [Shift].

If Function Lock mode is enabled, to toggle Function

Lock mode on or off, hit [Shift] then [Func].

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The M71V2 Display Screen

The M71V2 handheld terminal includes a 160 pixel by 160 pixel grayscale graphical Liquid

Crystal Display (LCD). Programs can be written which mix text and graphics together on the

display.

Warning: This display is NOT a touch screen display and the operator should not use sharp

objects on the plastic window protecting the LCD display.

The M71V2 Scanner

The M71V2 handheld terminal normally comes equipped with a scan engine that is capable of

scanning single dimensional bar codes. An optional Area Imager is available for 2 dimensional bar

codes. The M71V2 can be ordered with one of the following scan engines installed:

Standard Range Laser

The Standard laser engine uses a moving laser and a standard laser detector. The standard laser is

suitable for most applications. The laser is easy to aim and reads most barcodes very quickly.

Scan Rate:

Scan Angle:

35 (± 5) Scans / Second

42º ± 2º

Min. Print Contrast: Minimum 20% absolute dark/light reflectance measured at 650 nm

Long Range Laser (LR)

The Long Range laser engine uses a moving laser light with a highly sensitive laser detector. The

long range laser is used when the barcodes are going to be a great distance from the operator. The

long range laser includes a laser point (dot) feature to make it easy for the operator to aim at the

barcode before it starts to read.

Scan Rate:

Scan Angle:

35 (± 5) Scans / Second

23º ± 2º

Min. Print Contrast: Minimum 40% absolute dark/light reflectance measured at 650 nm

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Advanced Long Range Laser (ALR)

The Advanced Long Range laser engine uses a moving laser light with a highly sensitive laser

detector. The advanced long range laser is able to read farther than the standard long range laser.

The advanced long range laser also includes a laser point (dot) feature.

Scan Rate:

Scan Angle:

35 (± 5) Scans / Second

13º ± 2º

Min. Print Contrast: Minimum 40% absolute dark/light reflectance measured at 650 nm

Area Imager (2D)

The Area Imager uses a camera type sensor to acquire images of the target. Unlike a linear

scanner, the imager is able to scan barcodes in any orientation. The HHP Imager is also capable of

reading most 2D barcodes and Postnet barcodes.

Symbologies:

2 Dimensional -

Linear -

PDF417, MicroPDF417, MaxiCode, Data Matrix, QR Code,

Aztec, Aztec Mesas, Code 49, EAN/UCC Composite

Code 39, Code 128, Codabar, UPC, EAN, I 2of5, RSS, Code

93, Codablock F

Postal -

Postnet, Planet Code, British Post, Canadian Post, Japanese

Post, KIX (Netherlands) Post

OCR Fonts -

OCR-A, OCR-B

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Reading distance for the Standard High Speed Laser

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Reading distance for the Long Range Laser

Reading distance for the Advanced Long Range Laser

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Reading distance for the 2D Area Imager

Barcode symbologies are always measured in mils. This usually refers to the narrowest bar

width. One mil equals 0.001”, therefore a 0.01” wide narrow bar would be a 10 mil barcode.

Conversion: 1 mil = 0.0254 mm

1 inch = 25.4 mm

These charts show typical performance at 68°F on high quality bar code symbols.

The M71V2 Scanner LED

The M71V2 has a multi-color LED to indicate when the unit has scanned a bar code successfully.

When the scan button is pushed, the LED above the on/off button will turn a solid red. Once the

scanner has successfully read the bar code, this LED will turn a bright green.

This visual indication of a good read is useful in very noisy environments where the audio beeper

can not be heard. If the red LED turns off, it means the bar code can not be read.

Note: On units built before February 2004, there was only a red LED when an item was scanned.

Note: When the M71V2 is in sleep mode the scanner LED will be flashing red. You can press any

key to re-activate the unit.

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Scanner information and Labeling

The M71V2 Integrated Laser Scanner uses a low-power visible laser diode. Avoid staring

directly into the light beam. Momentary exposure to a CDRH Class II laser is not known to

be harmful.

Laser Classification:

Light Source:

CDRH Class II

630 – 680 nm laser diode

1.0 milliwatt maximum output

Laser Output Power:

FCC Information:

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.

CAUTION: Use of controls, adjustment, or

performance of procedures other than those

specified herein may result in hazardous visible

laser light exposure.

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The M71V2 Internal Radio

The M71V2 Handheld Terminal comes equipped with an internal 802.11b radio and antenna. This

internal radio is specifically designed to communicate with any 802.11b Access Point. The range

of the internal radio depends greatly on the quality of the Access Point and the RF

communications characteristic of the environment where the device is used. The typical range for

an 802.11b radio is 500 feet through free air. Additional Access Points must be added to improve

coverage in a larger area, or in electrically noisy RF environments.

802.11b Fallback Mode

Wireless LAN technology is designed to make maintaining a connection between two devices as

reliable and consistent as possible. Since the speed of the connection between wireless devices

will vary as range and signal quality varies, the wireless devices will intentionally sacrifice

throughput (data rate or connection speed as measured in bits per second) in exchange for

maintaining a reliable connection. In other words, a reliable connection at a lower speed is

preferred over an unreliable connection at a higher speed (i.e., it is easier to maintain the

connection if data rate is deliberately reduced, or put another way, lower data rates will tolerate a

higher range and/or worse signal quality). This characteristic is known as fallback. As example, an

802.11b system will fallback from 11 Mbps to 5.5 Mbps as range increases or signal quality

decreases. Subsequent fallbacks from 5.5 Mbps to 2 Mbps and 1 Mbps are also supported

Interference and Coexistence

802.11b operates in a range of radio frequencies known as an "unlicensed" band (i.e. the FCC does

NOT require the use of a license in order to operate a radio transmitter in this range). This means

that commercially available radio devices other than wireless LAN devices are permitted to use

the same frequency band as 802.11b. Consequently, these co-existing radio devices can interfere

or "jam" the wireless LAN (and vice versa). Ironically, the most troublesome devices are cordless

telephones and microwave ovens.

Fortunately, higher quality cordless phones tend to "listen" for a clear channel before becoming

active and will thus avoid interfering with a wireless LAN (i.e., the cordless phone seeks a clear

channel for itself so naturally avoids being interfered with or being a source of interference).

Jamming from microwave ovens is more severe but is usually restricted to the upper frequency

range for 802.11b (it should be noted that 802.11b divides the available frequency band into 11

channels. The higher numbered channels are most susceptible to microwave oven interference).

In each instance, jamming occurs only when the cordless telephone or microwave oven is active.

Security Issues

Much has been publicized in the media about security problems with wireless LANs. Although it

cannot be denied that the encryption algorithms currently used in 802.11b are flawed, the fact is

that security breaches of a wireless LAN require a deliberate attempt to access the network by an

intruder. It is highly recommended that WEP encryption be used and in some cases the access

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The Optional M71V2 Handle

The M71V2 has an optional “pistol grip” style handle for users who prefer the point and shoot

style. The M71V2 handle is secured to the M71V2 handheld terminal by 4 screws. The battery is

then relocated in the handle for easy change-out.

Installing the Optional M71V2 Handle

To install the M71V2 handle, remove the M71V2 battery cover and store in a safe place. Remove

the M71V2 battery and set it aside. Remove only the 2 screws in the bottom of the battery

compartment. The M71V2 Handle comes with the necessary 4 screws to secure it to the M71V2

unit. Do not over-tighten the 4 screws. Once the handle is securely fastened, insert the battery

into the bottom of the handle with the contacts towards the M71V2 handle. The battery is held into

place by the spring latch. Install the battery handle door on the bottom of the handle. Never use the

M71V2 handle without the battery door in place.

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The M71V2 Communications Ports

The M71V2 has three types of communications ports on the bottom of the unit. The three ports are

shown here.

10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Description of the Infra-Red Detector Array Port (IrDA)

1. IrDA in (right side of window)

2. IrDA out (left side of window)

Description of the RJ-45 10 Pin Connector (RS-232)

1. 5 VDC (out to handheld tethered scanner)

2. RxD (in to terminal)

3. TxD (out from terminal)

4. RTS (out from terminal)

5. GND

6. Battery Charge (in to terminal)

7. CTS (in to terminal)

8. UDC+ (USB data +)

Note:

A standard 8-pin

Ethernet connector

can be used to

connect the M71V2 to

an RS-232 serial port

printer. In this case

the 2 outside pins (1

and 10) are not

connected. Use the

chart and example on

the right to determine

the pin-out.

RxD (in to terminal)

TxD (out from

terminal)

9. UDC – (USB data -)

10. Battery Out (from terminal)

RTS (out from

terminal)

GND

Note: the Battery Out is only active when the unit

is set to IrDA w/RS232 Scanner or IrDA w/RS232

Comms

Description of the USB Type II Connector (Slave only)

1. 5 VDC

2. Data -

3. Data +

4. GND

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The M71V2 Cradle

The M71V2 Handheld Terminal has available, an optional charging and communications cradle.

The cradle automatically charges the M71V2 battery while it is resting in the cradle. The cradle

also includes an extra slot to charge a spare battery. The M71V2 cradle can accommodate the

M71V2 with or without the optional M71V2 handle.

The M71V2 Cradle has three indicator lights:

POWER - Indicates that the M71V2 Cradle is plugged in.

MAIN - Indicates the M71V2 main battery is charging.

SPARE - Indicates the spare battery is charging.

When the battery charging LED is red, the battery is charging. When the battery charge LED is

green the battery is fully charged. A fully discharged battery takes about 6 hours to completely

recharge.

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The M71V2 Cradle’s Communication Ports

The M71V2 handheld terminal has 2 different styles of communications ports, RS-232 (RJ-45)

and USB (Type II). The M71V2 Cradle also has 2 communications ports, RS-232 (DB-9) and

USB (Type II). The M71V2 Communications Cradle uses a standard RS-232 (DB-9 Male – DB-9

Female) cable.

Both communication connectors on the back of the M71V2 cradle are wired “straight through”.

This means that the communications settings on the M71V2 handheld terminal will determine the

settings on the communication cradle. The M71V2 Cradle has no internal or external settings that

can be changed.

The slower RS-232 communication port is primarily used for uploading and downloading of data

files to the M71V2 Batch handheld terminal. File transfers for the M71V2 RF handheld terminal

can be done using FTP. For more information on FTP see the “FTP” section of this manual.

The high speed USB data port is used to load a new or updated operating system into the M71V2

handheld terminal only. Use the AML USB Flash utility software to load the operating system.

DB-9 Pin out (RS-232)

1 – DCD (Data Carrier Detect)

2 – RXD (Receive Data)

6 – DSR (Data Set Ready)

7 – RTS (Request To Send)

8 –CTS (Clear To Send)

9 – NC (No Connection)

3 – TXD (Transmit Data)

4 – DTR (Data Terminal Ready)

5 - GND (Signal Ground)

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Chapter

The M71V2 RF Server Login

This chapter describes the login functions of the M71V2

terminal. It also describes using Telnet and Terminal

Emulation support.

arning: If the M71V2 Handheld Terminal has improper security and/or

network settings, the terminal will fail to connect to any network devices.

For help see the Network Settings section of this manual.

The CommandLink™ Software

The CommandLink™ software allows a Windows based PC

to become an RF server. An RF server is a master control PC

that tells the M71V2 handheld terminal what to display and

what to do with collected data. If your network already has

an RF server then you may choose to login into that server.

Many servers use a Telnet session to connect them to their

client devices. By default, the M71V2 starts a telnet session

when it is first turned on. For more information about telnet,

see the Telnet section of this chapter.

Wait WLAN

The following screen shows the M71V2 handheld terminal waiting to find a Wireless

Local Area Network (WLAN).

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If there is not a wireless Access Point (AP) for the handheld terminal to connect to, then

the terminal will not proceed past this point. For help in determining the presence and

strength of an Access Point’s transmission see the Network Diagnostics section of this

manual.

Connecting

The following screen shows the M71V2 handheld terminal connected to an Access Point.

The MAC address number for the access point is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

After the M71V2 handheld terminal connects (associates) with an access point, it

attempts to connect to an active CommandLink™ Server.

Note: If there is not an RF Server active for the M71V2 handheld terminal to connect

to, then the terminal will not proceed past this point!

The following graphic shows a typical login screen for the CommandLink™ RF server. If

you are using your own server, the login screen will be different. For help in determining

the presence of a CommandLink™ Server see the CommandLink™ documentation.

If the User ID or Password is not listed on the CommandLink™ database a Login Error

screen will appear.

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Applications

If you are using the CommandLink™ software, and the proper User ID and Password are

entered, then the Applications Menu is displayed. These are the programs that are

available on the CommandLink™ Server for this user. Other users may see other

programs depending on the settings in the CommandLink™ Administrator.

Additional programs can be created and modified by using the CommandLink™

Developer. Refer to the CommandLink™ documentation for instructions on how to use

the CommandLink™ software.

Telnet

For users who have their own Telnet applications, the M71V2 handheld terminal can be

setup to simply run a telnet session.

In the above examples, it was assumed that the M71V2 would be connecting to a

CommandLink™ RF server. If you would like to connect to your own telnet server, the

procedure is exactly the same. To run your telnet session you would simply enter the IP

address of your telnet server. An instruction on setting the IP address is explained under

the section “Connection Settings” of this manual.

Once the M71V2 handheld terminal has successfully attached to a wireless network, it

automatically attempts to start a telnet session. The server address and parameters for

making this connection are listed under the Connection Settings menu of the M71V2

handheld terminal.

Switching Virtual Consoles

The LCD screen and the keyboard are collectively referred to as the console. To let you

interact with several applications all at once, the M71V2 permits multiple sessions to be

run concurrently on consoles by means of virtual consoles. The virtual consoles are

defined as follows:

Console 1: Menus

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Console 2: Communications Session or User Program

Console 3: Battery Warnings

Console 4: Second Telnet Session

Console 5: Linux prompt

Console 6: User Defined

Console 7: RESERVED

Console 8: User Defined

Console 9: RESERVED

Each virtual console is running a different foreground application that uses the entire

screen. The keyboard is attached to the virtual console that's currently visible. You can

switch from one virtual console to another - and thus from one application to another - by

entering the following key strokes.

To switch to a different console, press the [Alt]

then [Func] and a number key corresponding to

the Console number. The keys should be pressed

one key at a time, not all at once.

Terminal Emulation

The M71V2 handheld terminal has three types of terminal emulation software installed as

default. They are amlterm, VT100 and VT220. There is also a Custom option which is

described later.

The amlterm terminal emulation software is specifically designed to work with the

CommandLink™ software. The CommandLink™ software controls the functionality of

the terminal from the CommandLink™ RF server. The CommandLink™ RF server runs

on a Windows based PC connected to the same LAN as the access points. In this mode

the CommandLink™ RF server controls all of the terminal’s functions.

The VT100 and VT220 terminal emulation is for other types of RF servers. When using

these two terminal emulation software types, the menus change to allow the terminal to

be setup manually to perform custom features such as font size, scrolling options and

virtual display size.

The Custom option allows you to set a custom terminal name for the M71V2 which will

be sent to the server during connection. The terminal emulation will still be set to

VT220.

The expanded memory version of the M71V2 supports 5250 and 3270 terminal emulation

with optional software. Custom screen mapping and keyboard redefinitions are also

possible with this optional software.

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The M71V2 has a built-in feature which makes it easy to see when the terminal is out of

range of an access point. When the M71V2 goes outside of RF coverage, the following

screen appears. When the operator goes back into RF coverage, the “Out of Range”

screen will automatically disappear and return the operator to where they left off. This

feature is only available when using the built-in terminal emulations described above.

Instructions on selecting the terminal emulation type are described in the Connection

Settings section of Chapter 4.

Updating Firmware

The M71V2 has a built-in web server function which makes updating the firmware very

simple. If your M71V2 handheld has a firmware version of 1.0.1 or later, you can flash

the handheld over the RF network using a standard web browser. The files will be

transferred to the M71V2 unit over the RF link and no cables or other software is

required. For units with an earlier firmware version, the USB flash utility is required

which can be downloaded off the AML website.

To upgrade the M71V2 firmware, the handheld must be on, and connected to the same

network as your PC. Open your internet web browser (for example, Internet Explorer)

and type the IP address of your M71V2 handheld into the Address box. Once you have

successfully connected to the M71V2 you will see a green AML screen (this is generated

and sent to your PC by your M71V2 unit). Select the "Reprogram Device Firmware" link.

At the bottom of this page, you will see several file options. For each file type, use the

radio button to select the type of file being flashed, then attach the file using the browse

button (do not unzip the "rdiskxx.gz" file for this operation). Finally, click Submit to start

the process (do not turn the power off on your M71V2 until the flash process is

completed). When finished, the unit will either create a green OK screen or a red error

screen based on the results. If there are errors, try sending the file again before power

cycling the unit. If the RF flash utility fails to re-flash the M71V2 unit for any reason, use

the USB utility to re-flash the unit, available on the AML website (www.amltd.com).

Note: The latest firmware files can be downloaded off the AML website.

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Chapter

The M71V2 Menu System

This chapter describes the Main Menu functions of the M71V2 Handheld

Terminal.

Main Menu

ou may access the menu system by pressing the [Menu] key on the M71V2

handheld terminal. The menu screens pop-up in front of the currently displayed

screen. Only the items in the menu screens are active when the menu items are

displayed.

The menus can be navigated by using the up and down cursor keys. A selection is made

by pressing one of the two [ENTER] keys on the M71V2 handheld terminal. The [ESC]

key will always exit the current menu.

Reconnect

The reconnect option forces the handheld to reconnect to the CommandLink™ RF server.

This is useful if the connection is stalled for whatever reason.

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Contrast

The contrast can be set by selection the “Contrast” function from the Main Menu. The

3(left) and 4(right) arrow keys can be used to fine-tune the contrast.

The scroll bar below the Main Menu window shows the current contrast level.

The [ENTER] key will save the changes to the permanent flash memory and [ESC] will

abandon changes.

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Network Setup

By selecting the Network Setup function from the Main Menu the wireless network

adapter can be configured. The “Network Connection Info” dialog box displays the RF

Status (RF) the current IP Address (IP), Network Mask (MASK) and the MAC Address

(MAC) of the wireless Ethernet card that is installed in the M71V2. The RF Status is

described in more detail in the Diagnostics portion of this manual.

The standard network settings are changed by hitting the [ENTER] key while the

Network Settings menu item is highlighted.

The user will see one of the three screens shown above. If the wireless local area

(WLAN) network has a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server attached to

the network, then the DHCP function can be used. To select the DHCP function, simply

use the arrow keys to highlight the DHCP button. If your network uses the BOOTP

protocol then highlight that button. Note that when using DHCP or BOOTP, several of

the items below are missing. This is because the DHCP server or the BOOTP server will

automatically assign these values. If the wireless WLAN does not use the DHCP or

BOOTP functions, then the user must type in the appropriate values for the M71V2

handheld terminal to communicate.

Warning: These values are unique for each network and are assigned by your local

Systems Administrator. Improperly setting these functions or values will cause the

M71V2 to fail to communicate and can cause problems with other network devices.

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Note: Enabling DHCP or BOOTP will cause the M71V2 handheld terminal to take

slightly longer to establish a connection to the RF network due to the overhead involved

in obtaining network information from the server.

Radio Settings (WEP)

The Radio Settings allows the operator to set wireless network security settings.

The first radio setting is SSID (Service Set Identifier), a 32 character unique identifier

attached to the header of packets sent over a WLAN that acts as a password when a

mobile device tries to connect to the network. The SSID differentiates one WLAN

from another, so all access points and all devices attempting to connect to a specific

WLAN must use the same SSID (SSID’s are CASE sensitive)!

You can leave the SSID blank and the M71V2 will match to any access point regardless

of its SSID as long as the WEP settings match.

Because an SSID can be sniffed in plain text from a packet it does not supply any

security to the network.

An SSID is also referred to as a Network Name because essentially it is a name that

identifies a wireless network.

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In the example above, “AMLBURNIN” was chosen for the unique SSID name. Your

unique name should be assigned by your local Systems Administrator.

The wireless security settings are referred to as WEP (Wireless Equivalent Privacy) can

be left un-enabled or can be enabled from this menu. It is HIGHLY recommended that

some sort of WEP standards be enabled in any wireless network. This information is

unique for each network and should be assigned by the local Systems Administrator.

The M71V2 handheld terminal supports both 40 bit and 128 bit WEP key encryption.

Note that the number of key sets change according to which format is chosen.

The Key ID determines which key set is currently in use. Only the Key ID set selected

will be used, all other key sets are ignored.

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To modify an encryption key set simply highlight the appropriate key set. Note that the

number of key pairs will change depending on which encryption format you are using.

Note: Some manufacturers will call their 40 bit encryption 64 bit encryption or call their

128 bit encryption 160 bit encryption; in any case they are the same settings. Also some

manufacturers will number their keys 1 to 4; these keys match the 0 to 3 keys on the

M71V2.

The key that is set MUST match, in exactly the

same sequence, of the key that is currently set

in the Access Points. The key on the access

point that is set must match the “Key ID” field !

The Mode setting determines what type of network is in use.

The Infrastructure Mode is for connecting the M71V2 Handheld Terminal to a network

of access points. The Ad Hoc Mode is used for connecting the M71V2 to a single access

point or a single radio card in a peer-to-peer network, such as a single laptop computer

for example.

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The Auth setting determines what type of network system you are using.

These two modes simply define how the above key sets will be used to encrypt the data

sent over the radio. Whichever mode is selected, the access point MUST be set to the

same mode for communications to take place.

The Power Save setting will force the radio card to turn off when not in use to save

power. If you experience connection problems, turn the Power Save feature off. Battery

life will be shortened with the Power Save feature shut off.

The Channel setting determines which channel the radio card will start to communicate

on. This should be set to the same channel as the access points.

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Radio Settings (WPA-PSK)

The M71V2 supports both WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) and WPA-EAP (Extensible

Authentication Protocol).

The WPA-PSK offers TKIP mode or AES-CCMP mode. The mode used must match the

network the M71V2 is to communicate with.

The Shared Phrase must match the network the M71V2 is to communicate with.

The Power Save setting will force the radio card to turn off when not in use to save

power. If you experience connection problems, turn the Power Save feature off. Battery

life will be shortened with the Power Save feature shut off.

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Radio Settings (WPA-EAP)

The WPA-EAP offers PEAP, TLS and TTLS mode. The mode used must match the

network the M71V2 is to communicate with.

The Shared Phrase must match the network the M71V2 is to communicate with.

The Username must match the network the M71V2 is to communicate with.

The Passwd must match the network the M71V2 is to communicate with.

The Infrastructure Mode is for connecting the M71V2 Handheld Terminal to a network

of access points. The Ad Hoc Mode is used for connecting the M71V2 to a single access

point or a single radio card in a peer-to-peer network, such as a single laptop computer

for example.

The Power Save setting will force the radio card to turn off when not in use to save

power. If you experience connection problems, turn the Power Save feature off. Battery

life will be shortened with the Power Save feature shut off.

The Channel setting determines which channel the radio card will start to communicate

on. This should be set to the same channel as the access points.

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Certificate Settings TLS

When using TLS you must store the proper certificates onto the M71V2 handheld

terminal. The Certificates and Shared Phrase must match the network the M71V2 is to

communicate with.

Certificates can be generated from most web browsers such as Mozilla or IE. Establish a

connection to your Certificate Authority and download a CA certificate in base64 format.

Save this file as "ca.pem". Then request to generate a client certificate in PKCS12 format

and save this file as "client.p12".

Remember what the phrase is for the certificate as that will need to be entered on the

M71V2's configuration menu option.

On the M71V2 series unit there should already be a "/jffs2/certs" directory, if not simply

create one. Then place both the “ca.pem” and “client.p12” files into that directory via ftp.

The ftp server running on the unit will require a user name and password to connect and

send over files;

Username: aml

Password: turk182

The Shared Phrase must match the network the M71V2 is to communicate with.

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Host Server List

The Connection Settings determine how the M71V2 Handheld terminal will

communicate to a host server over the RF network. When the M71V2 Handheld terminal

first powers up, it tries to establish a connection to an RF network. If this is successful, it

will then start a Telnet session using the settings described in this section.

During this start-up process, the M71V2 will look to see if multiple host servers have

been defined in the Host Server List. If only one server is defined, the M71V2 will

proceed to attempt to establish a connection with that server. However, if more than one

host server has been defined, the user will be prompted to choose a host server name

from a list of servers.

Simultaneous Hosts Connection

The M71V2 will allow for two simultaneous telnet sessions. These sessions are running

in the background on separate virtual consoles (see Switching Virtual Consoles in the

previous chapter). In order to use this feature there must be two and ONLY two servers

listed in the Host Server List.

When the operator is presented the list of hosts to connect to, there will be an extra option

of connecting to both. If only one host is selected, then only one connection is made. If

the “Connect to Both” option is selected then both sessions will be active.

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The first session is on virtual console 2 and can be accessed by pressing [Alt] then [Func]

then [2]. The second session is on virtual console 4 and can be accessed by pressing [Alt]

then [Func] then [4].

Multiple Hosts

If multiple host have been defined, and a user wishes to select a different host, then the

user would hit the Menu key then Reconnect and the host list will be re-displayed. The

user should then simply select the host they wish to connect to.

When more than two hosts are defined, the

“Connect to Both” option is not available.

When defining hosts servers, names can be any combination of letters and numbers, up to

15 characters long. The Port setting determines which network port the M71V2 handheld

terminal will try to connect to. The default setting is Port 23 but some network systems

require this to be changed.

The “More Host 1 Options” function allows the user to input special log-in data. For

more details on this function see the description in the next section.

You can assign up to 8 different host profiles in the M71V2. By using the arrow keys you

can scroll down to enter the information about additional hosts.

If the AML CommandLink™ RF software is being used with your network, then the IP

address of the CommandLink™ RF server must be supplied. This is the IP address of the

computer where the CommandLink™ Communicator is running.

The M71V2 Handheld terminal has optional Terminal Emulation software available that

enables it to communicate directly with most host systems including IBM mainframe

(TN3270) and IBM AS400 (TN5250) systems. This software has many more features

than described in this manual.

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Hosts Log-in Options

For each host server listed, you can add special options to make logging into the hosts

easier. While this feature makes it easy to log-in to a server, it also makes the server less

secure. The information entered in this screen is unique to each host system and must be

supplied by the local systems administrator.

In this example, the Log-in Search string (Lgn Srch:) is “login:”. This means that when

the Host Server sends this text string to the M71V2, it will reply with exactly what is in

the Log-in Reply string (Lgn Rply:) which is “rfgun\n” (more information about the “\”

switches is listed below).

The Password Search string (Pwd Srch:) is “Password:” and the Password Reply string

(Pwd Rply:) is “1JJ2ST\n”. Remember that these strings must match exactly including

upper and lower case characters or the system will not work.

The Command Search string (Cmd Srch:) is “hpux $” which is a prompt from the server

for what command to execute. In this example the M71V2 would respond with the

Command Reply string (Cmd Rply:) which is “./inventory\n”.

You can enter straight HEX data by preceding it with the customary “0x” as in 0xFF for

the HEX value of FF. You can send multiple HEX values by adding additional HEX sets

as in 0x120xBF0xFF for the HEX value of 12 BF FF. Octal values use the customary

\012 which is 12 octal.

Once the M71V2 encounters the “search strings” for the first time, it will send the

appropriate response. If the M71V2 encounters the “search string” again during the same

session, it will not respond. This is so the search string characters can be used in normal

screen displays.

The \n character string sends the new line (linefeed) character and is shown after each

reply string above. The \r character string sends a Carriage Return command and is not

shown above. In order to send a single backslash (\) character, you must enter two

backslash characters in a row \\.

These options can be set for each host server listed. You can input the same host server

multiple times, each using different log-in options.

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Terminal Options

The Term setting determines what terminal type the M71V2 will emulate. The default

setting is standard “VT100”. If you are using CommandLink™ software, set the Terminal

type to “amlterm”.

Note: When using amlterm with CommandLink™ the optional features are controlled

by the CommandLink™ server and are not selectable on the M71V2 unit.

The currently available terminal emulations are “amlterm” which is only used with the

CommandLink™ application, “vt100” and “vt220” terminal emulations typically used

with UNIX based servers and “tn5250” terminal emulation typically used with IBM

AS/400 systems. Other terminal emulation types and features are available as optional

software packages.

Terminal Emulation - amlterm

The “amlterm” setting is used with the AML CommandLink™ software. The “amlterm”

emulation is a super-set of vt100 terminal emulation with special feature added to support

a CommandLink server.

The Local Echo feature enables or disables displaying of characters sent to the host

system. The default setting for most host systems is Local Echo disabled (unchecked).

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Terminal Emulation – vt100 / vt220

The “vt100” terminal emulation is typically used for older server applications that do not

support vt220 terminal emulation. It is recommended that the “vt220” emulation be used

when possible.

If a different terminal type is selected, then the optional features for that emulation are

displayed. These features allow you to customize how the M71V2 handheld terminal will

display the information from your RF server.

Note that you can “scroll down” to access all the features available when using a specific

terminal type. Also when you “check” some features, more options appear that are

specific to those functions.

When using the vt100 or vt220 settings the default settings are usually sufficient. Some

systems will require modifications to these settings.

The Font function allows you to select a custom font size which will change the amount

of information displayed on the screen.

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The “Legacy” font is specifically designed for legacy applications where the screen size

has been designed to work on a 16 row by 21 column screen size. Many older terminals

were designed with this screen size only.

When using Terminal Emulation you can not mix different size fonts on the same

terminal screen.

If the Disable Scrolling check box is checked the screens will lock into the upper left

hand corner of the display regardless of how much information is sent to the screen. This

box is unchecked by default.

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When scrolling is disabled by un-checking the "Disable Scrolling" option, two screen

location options are available. "Screen Loc x" and Screen Loc y" set the position of the

M71V2 viewable area relative to the upper left hand corner of the virtual tn5250 24x80

screen. This allows the user to "lock" the location of the viewable area within the entire

virtual screen.

Example: If the terminal was set for the Medium font, the screen can only show 20

columns and 20 rows. With scrolling disabled and "Screen Loc x" and "Screen Loc y"

both set to 0, the M71V2 screen will always display the 20 top rows and the 20 top

columns.

If the Virtual 24x80 check box is unchecked all the text sent to the terminal will be forced

into the current display size (which depends on the font size selected). Most terminal

emulation screens are written for a 24 column by 80 character display size so this box is

unchecked by default.

If the Follow Cursor check box is checked then the screen will scroll to wherever the

cursor is on the display. This box is unchecked by default.

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The Col Shift function determines how many columns the display will move each time

the Shift <arrow> keys are used. This allows the operator to “pan around” the currently

displayed screen. Use the left 3and 4right arrow keys to change this setting.

The Row Shift function determines how many rows the display will move each time the

Shift <arrow> keys are used. This allows the operator to “pan around” the currently

displayed screen. Use the left 3and 4right arrow keys to change this setting.

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Note that we have “scrolled” down to the bottom of the screen and do not have the

Virtual 24x80 function selected.

The Wraparound function tells the terminal to “wrap” long text strings onto multiple lines

on the M71V2 screen. This can be very confusing when the data was originally formatted

for a 24x80 text screen. This option is unchecked by default.

The Swap Bksp & Del function will swap the meaning of the backspace arrow [? ¦ ] and

the Delete key [Ctl] then [? ¦ ]. This is used primarily to speed up keyboard entry when a

delete is used more often than backspace.

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The Parse `` as Esc function is for certain Windows servers that can not accept the Esc

key sequences. If this box is checked, the M71V2 will send `` instead of Esc for these

sequences.

The ENQ: function will allow the M71V2 to respond with a specific ENQ Answerback

String whenever the host sends the unit an ENQ command. This string can be anything

like the terminal name or terminal number.

The Linefeed Mode function, when selected will add a Carriage Return to each Linefeed

character received from the host. Some host systems do not send the customary CR LF at

the end of each line. If a CR is not received, the M71V2 will not start from the left hand

side of the screen when a new line is started.

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The Map Ins as dash function allows for a quick way to insert a dash character (-) instead

of the rarely used [Ins] key function. This is useful for quickly typing part numbers that

include the dash character (e.g. 123-456-789).

The F5: function tells the M71V2 what character string to send back to the host when the

F5 key is pressed. Some host systems want this to be “esc0t” and some systems expect

the “esc[15˜” or “esc[16˜” string. Use the right and left arrow keys to make the selection.

The ANSI Colors function allows the terminal to better interpret ANSI color commands

and translate them into the grayscale screen on the M71V2. This function is typically

checked when using a Windows based server like “Windows Terminal Server”.

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The Null Padding function is required on most server systems that use the traditional

vt100 and vt220 emulations. The null padding can cause an error on some Windows

based servers. If you are experiencing problems with a Window’s based Terminal

Emulation server, try un-checking the null padding option.

Function Key remapping allows the user to alter the codes sent to the host computer

when a function key is pressed. The “Func Key Remapping” box must be checked to

modify the function keys. If the “Func Key Remapping” box is unchecked, the M71V2

will simply send the standard VT100/VT200 function codes to the server, when a

function key is pressed.

If the “Func Key Remapping” box is checked, then the user can select the “Define

Function Keys” item. The following screen will appear (below left). If you select one of

the function keys you will be able to edit the string that is sent to the server when that key

is pressed (below right).

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The string shown here will send a “!#EOJ” followed by a carriage return to the host

computer system, when the F6 key is pressed.

The \n character string sends the new line (linefeed) character and is not shown above.

The \r character string sends a Carriage Return command and is after the string shown

above. In order to send a single backslash (\) character, you must enter two backslash

characters in a row \\.

You can enter straight HEX data by preceding it with the customary “0x” as in 0xFF for

the HEX value of FF. You can send multiple HEX values by adding additional HEX sets

as in 0x120xBF0xFF for the HEX value of 12 BF FF. Octal values use the customary

\012 which is 12 octal.

The new function key values are saved in a setup file on the M71V2. This setup file can

be copied to other M71V2 so that they can also have the same function key settings. The

name of this file is “settings.keyboard” and it is located in the “/jffs2” sub-directory.

The <Save Settings> function allows the new network settings to be permanently stored

in the M71V2 handheld terminal’s non-volatile memory.

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Terminal Emulation – tn5250

The “tn52550” terminal emulation is typically used for IBM AS/400 server applications.

The AML tn5250 TE is designed to be a basic 5250 emulation. If optional features are

required, it is recommended that either the Connect PowerNet TwinClient emulations or

the Stay Linked emulation be used.

If a different terminal type is selected, then the optional features for that emulation are

displayed. These features allow you to customize how the M71V2 handheld terminal will

display the information from your RF server.

The Font function allows you to select a custom font size which will change the amount

of information displayed on the screen. The Huge font set is not available with the tn5250

terminal emulation.

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The Legacy font is specifically designed for legacy applications where the screen size has

been designed to work on a 16 row by 21 column screen size. Many older terminals were

designed with this screen size only.

When using Terminal Emulation you can not mix different size fonts on the same

terminal screen.

The Auto Reset on Err function resets the connection if an error occurs. When the Auto

Reset is selected you can set a delay time to display error messages.

The Field-lock Cursor function locks the cursor to the last displayed field.

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The Disable Scrolling locks the cursor to the upper left screen location. If Disable

Scrolling is not checked then you can set the Follow Cursor function which moves the

cursor to the current input field.