Pocket LOOX EDA

Pocket LOOX EDA: The educated choice. Based on the Award winning Pocket Loox N560 series.

Specification
Graphics
PDA FAQ

EDA Data Sheet (Sept 2006)
EDA Technical Specification Sheet (Sept 2006)
EDA Manual (Edition 2)

EDA advice & guidance - Getting the most from your EDA

Specification

Technical Specification Sheet (Sept 2006)

Pocket LOOX EDA
Processor	Intel® PXA 270 624 MHz based in Intel XScale microarchitecture
Memory	System memory (RAM) 64MB Flash memory (ROM) 128MB Supplied with 1GB SD Card
GPS	Integrated SiRF Star III GPS Chip
Display	3.5-inch VGA 480x640 colour transflective TFT Touchscreen, 65,536 colours, LED backlight
Wireless LAN	Integrated, 802.11 b/g, Wi-Fi certified
Bluetooth V1.2	Integrated

Interfaces/Networking:
- Microphone (built in)
- Speaker (built in)
- Headphone 3.5mm 4 pin
- IrDA
- USB (1.1) via sync Docking Station
- Wireless Technologies (WLAN)
  - Import and usage according to country-specific regulations. The EDA is Wi-Fi certified.
- Bluetooth
  - v1.2
Expansion slots
- SD card/ MM card in top
Battery - lithium-Ion
- Main battery capacity 1200 mAh
Dimensions
- Weight: approx 190 g
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 121 x 76 x 71.5 mm

Software

Microsoft Windows Mobile Software 5.0 Premium Edition

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RedHalo Product Flyer (pdf)

Graphics

Buttons, connections etc

FAQ

Click Here to go to General LOOX Frequently asked questions.

Today screen locking function

N.B. AT NO POINT must a HARD FACTORY RESET be performed on this device.
This is for the N500 series only, and not the EDA - Unless performed by Schools IT representative with ability to reapply the image.

In most cases the image is contained on the SD Card that came with the EDA. In File Explorer go to:
SD CARD, 2577 folder and run the Autorunbat.exe file. This will reapply the image to the EDA.

The image MUST be applied before any device configuration takes place (imaging wipes all settings).

EDA advice & guidance

Wireless:

To get wireless connected :

Factory reset the device. It’s best to do this and then NEVER use E2C.
Install the EDA image.
Start - Settings - Connections - Connections.
You will see you are in the Tasks tab. In bold you will see E2C, tap Edit my proxy server. Tap the General tab and tap Delete Settings.
Tick the boxes:
- This network connects to the Internet
- This network uses a proxy server to connect to the Internet.
In the Proxy server: box type in the proxy server IP Address followed by the proxy port:
Tap the Advanced box and make sure the HTTP and Socks server addresses are the same.
Tap the Advanced tab, then tap Select Networks box. Make sure that both the drop down boxes show your schools network.

Ok, that is the your connection settings done. Now the final part of getting your network card to see the wireless network.

Start - Settings - Connections - NetworkCards
In the Network Adapters tab, the dropdown box My network card connects to: should say Work.
Ok this and back on the main Today screen click the Wireless Globe (bottom right corner) and Turn Wireless On.
Start - Settings - Connections - NetworkCards
Tap this connection. In the General tab make sure the Connects to dropdown box is set to Work.
In the Network Key tab
- Authentication: WPA-PSK
- Data Encryption: TKIP
- Network Key: XXXXXXXXXXX (your network key)
Tap OK

You should now be able to connect to the network. It may be necessary to tap the Globe and Turn Wireless Off. Give it a moment then turn it on again. It should now connect without problem.

If the wireless card refuses to see any network. This could happen if there is a clash between E2C and the WM5 wireless manager. The only solution is to factory reset the device then reapply the EDA image.

The key here is to NEVER use E2C.

Remove E2C from the Start menu: Click Start - Settings then the Menus icon. Un-tick the box corresponding to E2C Connect Mobility software.

Remove E2C Icon from Program group: Start-Programs-File Explorer-Windows-Start Menu-Programs --> long-press CONNECTMOBILITY and choose delete.

GPS:

The GPS settings should be as follows:

Click Start - Settings - System - GPS

Program port: (none)

Hardware port: (COM8)

Baud rate: 9600

And under the Access tab: make sure “Manage GPS automatically” is ticked.

To test and use GPS you MUST be outside. Click Start - Programs - GPS Locator, this can now start detecting satellites signals. Once the configuration is done GPS will work perfectly.
Please be aware that this can take up to 10 minutes.

Bluetooth:

There was also an issue due to the children trying to connect to each other but were unable to send file and receive files. This turned out to be configuration.

The Device ID will need to be changed so you can recognise whose device you are attempting to connect and make partnerships with.

Start - Settings - About - Device ID

Now, you should be able to connect to another persons device but will be unable to receive files. This is the point where everyone gets stuck. To be able to receive files:

Start-Settings-Connections-Beam.

Bluetooth now works!

Secure Lock:

This Theft Protection locking mechanism actually locks out the hardware. So even if a factory reset is performed you will still need the password.

Care should be taken NOT to apply a SYSTEM LOCK password.

Or, the IT dept or teachers can set a Secure Lock password, that only they know, so that if a password is set and forgotten it's is possible to rescue the EDA without permanently locking the device and having to call the Helpdesk.

Maximise Battery Life:

The EDA have the GPS module, large internal memory, etc which all require a little bit of power. This creates a trickle charge whilst in standby mode. So over time the battery will drain its power.

In an evening, when the device isn’t used, it can be 12 hours before it is used the next day (never mind weekends), there can be a substantial drain of power.
It is therefore recommended that the unit is kept on, docked and charged, then undocked and finally powered off overnight.

A quick press of the button would put it in standby. The screen turns off but the device is still on.
Hold for approx 4 seconds until the screen turns off. This switches the device off completely.

Camera:

The camera was taking pictures at a poor size. This is a simple setting, as follows:

Open the camera software.
Tap Menu.
Select Resolution.
Don’t forget to visit the Options… section for further configuration, e.g. Save files to Main Memory or SD-MMCard.

Screen Alignment, inc. Dead Spots:

The problem results in calibration loops, alignment within WM5 is out by up to 2cm, and dead spots on the screens.

The manufacturer has implemented a change in the chassis that cures this problem.

Any EDA with Screen Alignment issues must go to through the warranty process for a screen replacement.

Copy & Paste (is actually a Write Protection issue):

An imaging problem during production has been identified. Product may still be in the supply chain with this issue.

The solution is to perform a full factory reset and reapply the EDA image.