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    Pocket PC 2003 Support Notes

    Mapping and GIS Product Compatibility List(ProdCompMatrix_17April2013.pdf - 3830 KB)This document outlines the compatibility between Trimble field devices, versions of Trimble field software, versions of the GPS Pathfinder Office software and Microsoft Windows operating systems.
    Daylight Saving Time Change: United States and Canada(MGIS_GeoExplorerReconRanger_WM5PPC2003_DSTupdate.pdf - 186 KB)The U.S. Congress has ordered changes to the dates of Daylight Saving Time (DST). Devices that are powered by the Microsoft® Windows Mobile® version 5.0 software, or Windows Mobile 2003 software for Pocket PCs (“Windows Mobile-based software”) require an update to correctly adjust the time. This update is provided free of charge from Microsoft.
    Protecting Your Equipment Against Power Surges/Spikes(MGIS_SprtNote_Protecting_Your_Equipment_Against_Power_Surges.pdf - 919 KB)Power surges/spikes can damage electronic equipment. Trimble recommends that you use a high quality surge protector to protect all electronic equipment from damage by power surges/spikes. This is especially important in locations where power supplies can be unreliable or that are prone to electrical storms.
    TerraSync: Installing Version 2.40 on a Device Running Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 for Pocket PC(SprtNote_TerraSync_PPC2003.pdf - 157 KB)The TerraSync version 2.40 software shipped on CD may not install correctly on a device running Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 for Pocket PC. On a device with internal secondary storage, such as a Trimble Recon handheld, the TerraSync documents folder is incorrectly installed to RAM.
    Como proteger su equipo de picos y sobretension (Spanish)(Span_MGIS_SprtNote_Protecting_Your_Equipment_Against_Power_Surges.pdf - 250 KB)Los picos y la sobretension pueden danar el equipo electronico. Trimble recomienda que use un protector de sobretension de alta calidad para proteger todo el equipo electronico de este tipo de danos. Esto es especialmente importante en ubicaciones donde los suministros de alimentacion no sean muy confiables o en sitios propensos a tormentas electricas.
    Trimble Recon Handheld: Touch Screen Not Responding to Screen Taps(MGIS_SprtNote_Recon_Screen_Protector.pdf - 117 KB)If you have applied a screen protector to the touch screen of a Trimble Recon handheld, the screen may be unresponsive and appear as if the handheld has locked up. This Support Note describes this issue.
    Dispositivo de mano Trimble Recon: La pantalla táctil no responde a las presiones(SpanMGIS_SprtNote_Recon_Screen_Protector.pdf - 40 KB)Si ha colocado un protector en la pantalla táctil de un dispositivo de mano Trimble Recon, puede ocurrir que la pantalla no responda y de la impresión de que el dispositivo está bloqueado. En esta Nota de Soporte se describe este problema.
    Mapping and GIS Field Computers: SD Card Support(MGIS_SprtNote_FieldComputers_SD_cards.pdf - 141 KB)This support note describes the types of Secure Digital (SD) cards supported by Trimble® Mapping and GIS field computers, and issues related to using SD cards with these products.
    Hard and Soft Resets(SprtNote_Recon_Resets.pdf - 137 KB)This Support Note describes how hard and soft resets affect the Trimble Recon handheld. It also describes how to perform a soft reset, a soft reset from the keypad, and a hard reset.
    Replacing the PowerBoot Module(SprtNote_Recon_ReplacingPowerBoot.pdf - 349 KB)This Support Note describes how to replace the PowerBoot module for the Trimble Recon handheld. The PowerBoot module contains the rechargable NiMH battery for the Trimble Recon handheld. It also includes the serial (COM) port, USB port, and external AC power port.
    Trimble Recon Battery Driver Patch(SprtNote_Recon_Battery_Driver_Patch.pdf - 296 KB)The Trimble® Recon™ handheld may incorrectly display a low battery warning, giving the impression that the battery is performing poorly. This may be caused by operating the device in cold temperatures, or using CompactFlash cards that have a high current draw, such as GPS or 802.11 cards. To resolve this problem, install Trimble Battery Driver Patch (Pocket PC).
    Once installed, the battery driver patch decreases the battery voltage value used to trigger a low battery warning, increasing the amount of time before a warning appears.
    Memory Architecture(SprtNote_Recon_MemoryArchitecture.pdf - 168 KB)This Support Note describes the memory architecture of the Trimble Recon handheld.
    Connecting using ActiveSync(SprtNote_Recon_ActiveSyncConnection.pdf - 282 KB)This Support Note explains how to set up a serial or USB ActiveSync connection between your office computer and a Trimble Recon™ handheld. You can use an ActiveSync connection to transfer files between the two computers.
    Support Note - Recon (all models) - Identifying PowerBoot Modules and Chargers - English(SprtNote_ReconPowerBootModule&Chargers_Identifying_13388c.pdf - 224 KB)There have been several variations of Recon PowerBoot Modules and chargers released. This Support Note is provided to help distinguish the differences between them.
    Connecting to the Internet(SprtNote_Recon_Internet.pdf - 171 KB)This Support Note describes how to use an external serial modem to connect a Trimble Recon handheld to the Internet.
    Caring for the Trimble Recon Handheld(SprtNote_Recon_CareOfRecon.pdf - 148 KB)This Support Note describes the proper care and maintenance of the Trimble Recon handheld.
    Entering Text(SprtNote_Recon_EnteringText.pdf - 131 KB)This Support Note describes different methods of entering text on the Trimble Recon handheld.
    Using the Socket Bluetooth CompactFlash Card(SprtNote_Recon_SocketBTcard.pdf - 184 KB)The Socket Communications Bluetooth CompactFlash card is an adapter that fits into one of the CompactFlash slots on the Trimble Recon handheld. It enables wireless communications between the Trimble Recon handheld and a variety of other Bluetooth-enabled devices. This document explains how to use the Socket Bluetooth CompactFlash card on the Trimble Recon handheld.
    Computadoras de campo de Mapping & GIS: Soporte para tarjetas SD(Span MGIS_SprtNote_FieldComputers_SD_cards.pdf - 157 KB)En esta nota de soporte se describen los tipos de tarjetas digitales seguras (SD) soportadas por las computadoras de campo de Trimble Mapping & GIS así como los problemas relacionados con su uso en estos productos.
    Support Note - Recon (all models) - Overview of the New Recon PowerBoot Module - English(SprtNote_NewReconPowerBootModule_Overview_13388a.pdf - 66 KB)The new NiMH PowerBoot Module™ battery pack (“the battery pack”) for the Trimble® Recon® handheld is a battery solution that offers two significant improvements over the old (legacy) model: 1) Faster charge time when used with the new international charger (4-9 hours compared to 12 hours for the legacy batteries). 2) Less susceptible to the battery memory effect or reduction of memory capacity if the battery is left on charge for long periods or is only partially discharged before recharging, which commonly occurs if the handheld is charged each night.
    Support Note - Recon (all models) - Information about Custom Chargers for the PowerBoot Module - English(SprtNote_ReconBatteryCustomChargers_13388b.pdf - 73 KB)This Support Note describes in detail the behavior of the new Trimble® Recon® PowerBoot Module™ battery pack (“the battery pack”), including how it charges. If you have, or plan on implementing, a custom charging solution for the Recon PowerBoot Module battery pack, this Support Note may help you to design the charger, especially if you switch from a legacy battery pack to the new Recon PowerBoot Module battery pack.
    GeoBeacon Receiver: Change to documented Bluetooth functionality(MGIS_SprtNote_GeoBeacon_Bluetooth.pdf - 145 KB)Revision B of the User Guide provided with the Trimble GeoBeacon receiver contains information about connecting to a GPS Pathfinder Pro series receiver that is not relevant for the current version of the GPS Pathfinder Pro series receiver. This support note updates the information provided in the GeoBeacon Receiver User Guide.