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This is issue #3 of Jargon's Tech Newsletter, designed to inform our clients, business partners and other interested parties about the latest news, advice and helpful hints from our technical group.
Jargon To Present Breakout Session on RFID
Progress Exchange - Orlando, Florida - June 7, 2005
If you will be attending the Progress Users' Exchange in Orlando June 5-8th, plan to attend Jargon CEO Richard Rubenstein's breakout session on RFID and mobile apps.
Handheld and mobile devices enable RFID to operate in the
field, opening exciting new possibilities. Combining RFID with the
ability to work effectively offline or online leads to mobile solutions
that exceed expectations.
This breakout session examines a mobile RFID case study.
Current hardware limitations are explored.
Attendees get their hands on a working RFID solution. The session focuses on the code necessary on the mobile device and the backend host to make all this work, while keeping development and deployment costs low.
The case study involves handheld RFID on the shop floor of a jewelry manufacturer who must keep track of thousands of small finished products. RFID is used to count and categorize these small items. A user walks near a bin containing dozens or hundreds of parts. With a single tap of a stylus, all the items in the bin are counted and compared to expected values in the OpenEdge based ERP application. Any discrepancies are noted on the mobile screen.
Attendees get their hands on a working RFID solution. The session focuses on the code necessary on the mobile device and the backend host to make all this work, while keeping development and deployment costs low.
The case study involves handheld RFID on the shop floor of a jewelry manufacturer who must keep track of thousands of small finished products. RFID is used to count and categorize these small items. A user walks near a bin containing dozens or hundreds of parts. With a single tap of a stylus, all the items in the bin are counted and compared to expected values in the OpenEdge based ERP application. Any discrepancies are noted on the mobile screen.
New Features in Version 3
The latest Version 3 Jargon Reader releases contain many new features including:
- System Timer Methods New sys methods to run callback function when a timer fires
- Support for Fixed Fonts New methods to specify and apply fonts to text components
- Support for Mag Card Readers New serial callback method runs when specified string is received
- New Infrared Object/Methods New "irda" object and methods for using Infrared port
- Expanded Serial Port Support Support for all serial "COM" ports in serial port open method
- Copy/Delete/Rename/Move Files New "jsifile" methods to copy/delete/move/rename files
- Component Resizing Implemented horiz/vert fill on all components
- Starting Folder for Open/Save Specify starting folder for GetOpenFileName etc.(Windows only)
To obtain the latest builds, contact Jargon tech support.
New Version 2 Code-Signing Certificates
A new set of Jargon ReaderX install files are available for builds 84, 87 and 92. These builds contain a new digital code-signing certificate from Verisign, as the one in the previous builds expired on March 1st. There are otherwise no new features.
Builds 87 and 92 should be tested before being used by clients on older builds, as the dispose logic has changed in these builds (see V2 release notes for details).
To obtain these builds, log into our download page or contact support@jargonsoft.com.
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We're giving away some top-selling books on business and financial topics. Existing clients are welcome to enter and try your luck!
Tips from Tech Support
New in Support: Check out the new Knowledge Base for middleware and operating system issues. Several new Windows 2003 Server entries have been added recently.
Mobile Printers
Are you looking for a good printer to use with your mobile handhelds? We have recently tested and certified several printers here in the Jargon lab that we can recommend. Both have built-in fonts, which enables printing directly from Jargon Reader apps, and both can use standard 8.5x11 inch forms.
The Syscan ZFP-3 printer uses tractor-fed continuous forms and connects via serial or parallel ports. It can be truck-mounted and is a good choice for delivery vehicles.
The HP Deskjet 450C feeds single sheets and offers parallel, USB, fast infrared, Compact Flash, and optional Bluetooth connectivity. It is sleek and portable and makes a good choice for trade show booths, etc.
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