The softwar e contai ns prop rieta ry inform ati on of i ts owner; it i s provi ded unde r a li cense
agreement containing restrictions o n use and disclosure and is also prote cted by copyright
law. Reverse engineering of the software is prohibited.
Due to continued product development, this information may change witho ut no tice . The
information and intellectual property contained herein is confidential between the owner
and the client and remains the exclusive property of the owner. If having any problems in
the documentation, please report them to us in writing. The owner does not warrant that
this document is error-free.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted
in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise
without the prior written permission of the owner.
For product consultancy and technical support, please contact the local sales representative.
Also, visit our website for more information.
All brand, logo, product and service, and trademark names are the property of their
registered owners.
Google, Google Play, Android and other marks are trademarks of Google Inc.
The editorial use of these names is for identification as well as to the benefit of the owners,
with no intention of infringement.
CIPHERLAB logo is a registered trademark of CIPHERLAB CO., LTD.. All other brands,
products an d se rvi ces, an d tra dema rk n ame s a re th e pr ope rty of th ei r reg is tered ow ne rs.
The editorial use of these names is for identification as well as to the benefit of the owners,
with no intention of infringement.
CIPHERLAB CO., LTD.
Website: http://www.CipherLab.com
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IMPORTANT NOTICES
FOR USA
FCC ID: Q3N-MR00002
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC 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
communication. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television receptio n, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This de vice c omplie s with P art 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.
FCC Caution:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
This transmitter must not be co-loca ted or operating in conjunctio n with any o ther antenna
or transmitter.
Find the certificate information from:
Setup About Phone Regulatory informa tion
Tested to Comply with FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
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FOR HAC AND ACOUSTIC INFORMATION
This phone has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids f or some of the wireless
technologies that it uses. However, there may be some newer wireless technologies used in
this phone that have not been tested yet for use with hearing aids. It is important to try the
different features of this phone thoroughly and in different locations, using your hearing aid
or cochlear implant, to determine if you hear any interfe ring noise. Consult your service
provider or the manufacturer of this phone for information on hearing aid compatibility. If
you have questions about return or exchange policies, consult your service
To determine the compatibility of a WD and a particular hearing aid, simply add the
numerical part of the hearing aid category (e.g. M2/T2=2) with the numerical part of the WD
emission rating (e.g., M3=3) to arrive at the system classification for this particular
combination of WD and hearing aid. A sum of 5 would indicate that the WD and hearing ai d
would provide normal use, and a sum of 6 or greater would indicate that the WD and hearing
aid would provide excellent performance. A category sum of less than 4 would likely result in
a performance that is judged unacceptable by the hearing aid user.
WHAT IS HEARING AID COMPATIBILITY?
The Federal Communications Commission has implemented rules and a rating system
designed to enable people who wear hearing aids to more effectively use these wireless
telecommunications devices. The standard for compatibility of digital wireless phones wit h
hearing aids is set forth in American National Standard Institute (ANSI) standard C63.19.
There are two sets of ANSI standards with ratings from one to four (four being the best rating):
an “M” rating for reduced interference making it easier to hear conversations on the phone
when using the hearing aid microphone, and a “T” rating that enables the phone to be used
with hearing aids operating in the telecoil mode thus reducing unwanted background noise.
HOW WILL I KNOW WHICH WIRELESS PHONES ARE HEARING AID COMPATIBLE?
The Hearing Aid Compatibility rating is displayed on the wireless phone box.
A phone is considered Hearing Aid Compatible for acoustic coupling (microphone mode) if it
has an “M3” or “M4” rating. A digital wireless phone is considered Hearing Aid Compatible for
inductive coupling (telecoil mode) if it has a “T3” or “T4” rating.
The tested M-Rating and T-Rating for this device (FCC ID: Q3N-MR00002) are M4 and T4.
HOW WILL I KNOW IF MY HEARING AID WILL WORK WITH A PARTICULAR DIGITAL WIRELESS
PHONE?
You’ll want to try a number of wireless phones so that you can decide which works the best
with your hearing aids. You may also want to ta lk with your hearing aid professional about
the extent to which your hearing aids are immune to interference, if they have wireless
phone shielding, and whether your hearing aid has a HAC rating.
Warning statement:
A pleine puissance, l’écoute prolongée du baladeur peut endommager l’oreille de
l’utilisateur.
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long
periods.
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FOR CANADA
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital
apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled "Digital Apparatus,"
ICES-003 of Industry Canada.
Cet appareil numerique respecte les limites de bruits radioelectriques applicables aux appareils
numeriques de Classe B p rescrites dans la norm e sur le material brouilleur: " Appareils Numeriques,"
NMB-003 edictee par l'Industrie.
IC : 5121A-MR00002
This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference; and
(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts
de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
(2) l’utilisateur de l ’appare il doit accepter tout brouil lag e radioé lectriq ue su bi, m êm e si le brouil lage est
susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
The device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in section 2.5 of RSS 102 and
compliance with RSS-10 2 RF exposure, users c an obtain Canadian inform ation on RF exposure and
compliance.
Le dispositif rencontre l'exemption des limites courantes d'évaluation dans la section 2.5 de RSS 102 et
la conformité à l'exposition de RSS-102 rf, utilisateurs peut obtenir l'information canadienne sur
l'exposition et la conformité de rf.
Find the certificate information from :
Setup About Phone Regulatory informa tion
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FOR PRODUCT WITH LASER
ENVIRONMENT
SPECIFIC ABSORPTION RATE (SAR) INFORMATION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This laser component emits FDA / IEC Class 2 laser light at
the exit port. Do NOT STARE INTO BEAM DIRECTLY.
Do not aim the beam at the eyes.
Any adjustments or performance excluding those specified herein may
result in hazardous laser light exposure.
Operate the mobile computer at ambient temperatur es from -20°Cto 50 °Cand with
humid ity ran ge from 10% to 90%.
Store the device a t ambien t t emp e ra t u re s from -30°Cto 70°Cand with humidity range
from 5% to 95%.
Charge the device at ambient temperatures from 0°C to 35°C.
This device is built with a dust-proof and splash-proof structure that conforms to
protection class IP67.
The product complies with the FCC / Canada portable RF exposure limit set forth for an
uncontrolled enviro nment and a re safe for inte nded oper ation as d escribed in this manual.
The further RF exposure reduction can be achieved if the products can be kept as far as
possible from the user body or set the device to lower output power if such function is
available.
FCC SAR Value (Standa rd limit is 1.6 W/Kg)
USA (1g): Max. 1.58 W/Kg
A minimum separation distance of 0.5 cm must be maintained between the user’s body and
the device, including the antenna during body-worn operation to comply with the RF
exposure requirements in Europe.
To compliance with RF Exposure requirements in Europe, third-party belt-clips, holsters or
similar accessories used by this device should not contain any metallic components. The use
of accessories t hat do not satisfy these requirements may not comply with RF exposure
requirements, and should be avoided.
CE SAR Value (Sta nda rd limit is 2 W/Kg)
EU (10g): Max. 1.32 W/Kg
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE
OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS .
For people’s safety
Do not listen at high volume levels for long periods to prevent possible hearing damage.
Do not operate this device while walking, cycling or car driving.
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For the equipment
BATTERY
Do not use any batteries or charging devices which are not originally sold or
manufactured by CIPHERLAB CO., LTD.
Do no t replace the battery with an incorrect type, to avoid the risk of heat generation, fire,
or explosion.
Do not disassemble, incinerate or short circuit the battery.
Do not touch the contact pins of the battery pack.
Do not expose the mobile computer or battery to any flammable sources.
Do not expose the mobile computer to extreme temperatures or soak it in water.
Do not use any pointed or sharp objects against the screen surface.
Do not use the styluses which are not supplied or approved by CIPHERLAB CO., LTD., to
prevent possible scratches to the touch screen.
Water residue on the touch screen may cause abnormal behaviors or the fall of its
sensit ivity le v els.
On the surface of the terminal and the barcode reading window, the fog or water drops
caused by low temperatures may influence barcode reading.
Do not use bleaches or cleaners to clean the device. Use a clean, wet cloth instead.
The main batter y may not be charged to full for shipment. Charge the main battery to full
before using the mobile computer for the first time.
Main battery: The main battery powers the mobile computer to work. It takes
approximately 4 hours to c harge an empty main b attery to full. The charging LE D above
the screen will light up in red while charging and will turn green when charging is
complete.
When the main batt ery is removed, RTC ret ention will be maintai ned for at least 30
minutes.
Backup battery: The backup battery is mounted on the main board. Its role is to
temporaril y ke ep t he mobile computer i n suspension when the main battery is drained
out so data in DRAM will be retained. The backup battery takes approximately 3.5 hours
to charge to full by the main battery or power adapter.
It is reco mmended to charge the battery at room temperature (18°C to 25°C) for optimal
performance.
Battery charging stops when ambient temperature drops below 0°C or exceeds 35°C.
In order to prevent sy st em from shutting down after the battery is drained out, keep a
fresh battery for replacement at all times, or connect the mobile computer to an external
power.
If the re are drippings o r dust on the dev ice or batter y pack, wipe them away with a soft
clean cloth before battery replacement.
Turn off the power before battery replacement.
If you want to put away the mobile computer for a period of t im e, remo ve the b att ery
pack from the mobile computer’s ba ttery compartme nt. Stor e the mobile computer and
battery pack separately.
Recycle batteries in a proper way for the green-environment issue.
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SCANNER
CONNECTION
CARE & MAINTENANCE
Scan a 1D barcode
1) Open ReaderConfig and tap Scan Test on the menu bar.
2) Aim the scanning window at the barcode to read. Move the device, having the barcode
located in the center of the scanning area.
3) Press any of the two side tr iggers. The scanning light beams to read the printed barcodes.
The buzzer beeps after scanning. The scanning light goes o ff o nce the data is dec ode d,
or when the decode timeout period has passed.
Scan a 2D barcode
1) Open ReaderConfig and tap Scan Test on the menu bar.
2) Aim the scanning window at the barcode to read. Move the device, having the barcode
located in the center of the scanning area.
3) Press any of the two side tr iggers. The scanning light beams to read the printed barcodes.
The buzzer beeps after scanning. The scanning light goe s o ff o nce the data is dec ode d,
or when the decode timeout period has passed.
Via Bluetooth or WLAN
Connection may fail when the mobil e computer is around ot her wireless mach ines or
power cables as the radio frequencies of those may cause interferences.
If communication fails, move the devices much closer to each other, and try to
communicate again
After turning on, Bluetooth power is sustained even when the mobile computer is
suspended. However, if the power mode is switched to Airplane Mode, Bluetooth power
will be turned off regardless of the settings.
To a charging cradle
Do not insert the mobile compute r to a charging cradle if water or drippings are stay ing
on the device.
The LED indicator on a charging cradle shows the status of battery charging only; the
status of terminal charging is shown on the device itself.
Not Charging could be the result of battery damage, battery’s failure to touch the
connector or AC plug coming off.
Charging error could be due to high battery temperature .
This mobile computer is intended for industrial use. The mobile computer is rated IP67,
however, damage may be done to the mobile computer if it is exposed to extreme
temperatures or soaked in water.
When the body of the mobile computer gets dirty, use a clean, wet cloth to wipe off dust
and debris. DO NOT use bleaches or cleaners.
Use a clean, non-abrasive, lint-free cloth to wipe dust off the LCD touch screen. DO NOT
use any pointed or sharp objects against the surface. Always keep the LCD dry.
If you want to put away the mobile computer for a period of time, download the collected
data to a host computer, and then remove the battery pack from the mobile co mputer’s
battery compartment. Store the mobile computer and battery pack separately.
If you encounter malfunction on the mobile computer, write down the specific scenario
and consult your local sales representative.
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USA AND CANADA E-LABEL
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EUROPE - EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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Important Notices
This devic e complies wi th the essenti al requirem ents of the R&T TE Directive 1999/5/EC.
The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of conformity
with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC:
EN 60950-1: 2001
EN 60950-1/A1: 2010
EN 60950-1/A11: 2009
EN 60950-1/A12: 2011
Safety of Information Technology Equipment
EN 62479:2010
Assessment of the compliance of low power electronic and electrical equipment with the
basic restrictions related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields (10 MHz to 300
GHz)
EN 62311: 2008 / Article 3(1)(a) a nd Article 2 2006/95/EC)
Assessment of electronic and electrical equipment related to human exposure
restrictions for electromagnetic fields (0 Hz-300 GHz) (IEC 62311:2007 (Modified))
EN 50360: 2001+A1: 2012
Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of mobile phones with the basic
restrictions related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields (300 MHz - 3 GHz)
EN 62209-1: 2006
Human exposu re to rad io freq uency fi elds from hand -held and body-mounted wi reless
communication devices – Human models, instrumentation, and procedures –
Part 1: Procedure to determine the specific absorption rate (SAR) for hand-held devices
used in close 13 proximity to the ear (frequenc y range of 300 MHz to 3 GHz).
EN 62209-2: 2010
Human expo sure to rad io frequency fi elds from handheld and body m ounted wi reless
communication devices — Human models, instrumentation, and procedures
EN 300 330-2 V1.5.1: 2006
Electromagnetic compatibility and Rad io spe c trum Matters (E RM); Shor t Range Device s
(SRD); Radio equipment in the frequen cy range 9 kHz t o 25 MHz and inductive loop
systems in the fr equ enc y ran ge 9 kHz to 3 0 M Hz ; Pa rt 1: Tech ni ca l charact eri sti cs and
test methods.
EN 300 330-1 V1.7.1: 2010
Electromagnetic compatibility and Rad io spe c trum Matters (E RM); Shor t Range Devices
(SRD); Radio equipment in the frequency range 9 kHz to 25 MHz and inductive loop
systems in the fr equ enc y ran ge 9 kHz to 3 0 M Hz ; Pa rt 1: Tech ni ca l charact eri sti cs and
test methods.
EN 300 440-1 V1.6.1: 2010
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Short range devices;
Radio equipment to be used in the 1 GHz to 40 GHz frequency range; Part1: Technical
characteristics and test methods.
EN 300 440-2 V1.4.1: 2010
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Short range devices;
Radio equipment to be used in the 1 GH z to 40 GHz frequency range; Part 2: Harmonized
EN under article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive.
EN 300 328 V1.7. 1: 2006
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Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Wideband
Transmission systems; Data transmission equipment operating in the 2,4 GHz ISM band
and using spread spectrum modulation techniques; Harmonized EN covering essential
requirements under article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive.
EN 301 893 V1.6. 1: 2011
Broadband Radio Access Networks (BRAN ); 5 GHz high performance RLAN; Harmo nized
EN covering essential requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive.
EN 301 908-1 V5.2.1: 2011
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Base Stations (BS),
Repeaters an d User Equipment (UE) for IMT-2000 Third-Generat ion cel lula r network s;
Part 1: Harmonized EN for IMT-2000, introduction and common requireme nts, covering
essential requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive.
EN 301 511 V9.0. 2: 2003
Global System for Mobile communications (GSM); Harmonized standard for mobile
stations i n the GSM 900 and DCS 1800 bands coveri ng essential requirements under
article 3.2 of the R&TTE directive (1999/5/E C ).
EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2: 2008
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 1: Common
technical requirements.
EN 301 489-3 V1.4.1 2002
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 3: Specific
conditions for Short-Range Devices (SRD) operating on frequencies between 9 kHz and
40 GHz.
EN 301 489-7 V1.3.1: 2005
ElectroMagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 7: Specific
conditions for mobile and por table r adio and anc illary e quipment o f dig it al cellu lar r adio
telecommunications systems (GSM and DCS).
EN 301 489-17 V2.2.1: 2012
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 17: Specific
conditions for 2,4 GHz wideband transmission systems and 5 GHz high performance
RLAN equipment.
EN 301 489-24 V1.5.1: 2010
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 24: Specific
conditions for IMT-2000 CDMA Direct Spread (UTRA) for Mobile and portable (UE ) ra dio
and ancillary equipment.
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RELEASE NOTES
Version
Date
Notes
1.00 Jun. 06, 2017 Initial release
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IMPORTANT NOTICES..................................................................................................................... - 3 -
USING THE RS31 MOBILE COMPUTER ........................................................................................... 35
For USA .......................................................................................................................................... - 3 -
For HAC and ACOUSTIC information ............................................................................................. - 4 -
For Canada .................................................................................................................................... - 5 -
For Product with Laser .................................................................................................................. - 6 -
Care & Maintenance ................................................................................................................ - 8 -
USA and Canada e-label ............................................................................................................... - 9 -
EUROPE - EU Declaration of Conformity .................................................................................... - 10 -
Features ........................................................................................................................................... 19
Inside the Package .......................................................................................................................... 19
Open Source License .................................................................................................................... 178
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INTRODUCTION
The RS31 mobile computer, powered by Android™ 6.0 Marshmallow, is light-weight, easy
to use, providing powerful and handy tools for the purpose of delivering flexibility in
customization.
Specifically designed to work as an industr ial PDA, it provides rich options of data collection,
voice and data communication, long-lasting working hours, and so on. Its large color
transmissive display guarantees ease in reading in all lighting conditions. Integrated with
Bluetooth v4.1, v2.1+EDR, 802.11a/b/g/n technologies, the mobile computer also includes
a GSM/GPRS/EDGE/WCDMA/UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA/HSPA+/LTE module to gain greater
speeds and optimal mobility. In particular, an inte grated GPS receiver is made available for
use with third-party location-based applications.
This manual serve s to guide y o u thr o ugh ho w to insta ll, c o nfig ure , and oper ate the mobile
computer. The Care & Maintenance
of taking care of the mobile computer.
We recommend you to keep one copy of the manual at hand for quick reference or
maintenance purposes. To avoid any improper disposal or operation, please read the
manual thoroughly before use.
section is specifically crucial for those who are in charge
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Introduction
FEATURES
INSIDE THE PACKAGE
ACCESSORIES
RELATED DOCUMENTATION
Built tough to survive drop test and sealed against moisture/dust to industrial standard
IP67.
Android™ 6.0 Marshmallow operating system with a powerful Cortex 1.3 GHz Quad-Core
processor
16GB eMMC flash memory to store OS and software programs
2GB LPDDR3 SDRAM to store and run programs, as well as store pro gram data
One expansion slot for microSDHC card up to 32GB and microSDXC card up to 2TB.
Built-in 8.0 Megapixel rear camera with white LED for flash and auto focus.
Left and right side triggers for ambidextrous scanning
Total wireless solution — connectivity includes Bluetooth v4.1 and v2.1+EDR, 802.11
a/b/g/n, GSM/GPRS/EDGE/WCDMA/UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA/HSPA+/LTE, and near field
communication (NFC).
A 4.7” color transmissive display with 720x1280 pixels to deliver excellent visibility in all
lighting conditions
Configurable feedback indicators including speaker a nd vibrator
Built-in scan engine setting tool Reader Configuration which serves out-of-the-box
keyboard wedge functionality
Accessories and peripherals include USB Charging and Data Transfer Cable, Snap-on
Charging Cable and Charging Cradle
The following items a re included in the kit p ackage. Save the box and packaging material for
future use in case you need to store or ship the mobile computer.
RS31 Mobile Computer
Rechargeable Li-ion battery pack
Hand Strap
Micro USB Charging and Data Transfer Cable
Snap-on Charging Cable
AC Power Adaptor
Quick Start Guide
Handbelt
Charging cradle
Log in to GoBetween t o access related documentation about the RS31 mobile computer
from the CipherLab Central Service (CCS) platform. Download the GoBetween desktop or
mobile device application, or launch the GoBe tween Lite web application from the follow ing
site: http://ccs.cipherlab.com/
.
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Chapter 1
QUICK START
IN THIS CHAPTER
This chapter helps you get ready for starting using the mobile computer.
1.2 Charging & Communication .......................................... 30
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1.1. OVERVIEW
Insert the handstrap
through this hole
No. Description No. Description
1 Light Sensor 2 Receiver
3 Status LED 4 Power Button
5 Side Key 6 Hand Strap Slot
7 Microphone 8 Charging Pins
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9 Speaker 10 Touchscreen
11 Sub Microphone 12 Headset Jack
13 Scan Window 14 Battery Cover Latch and Lock
15 Volume Buttons 16 Micro USB Por t
17 NFC Detection Area 18 Battery Cover
19 Camera 20 Camera Flash
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1.1.1. INSTALLING BATTERY
Push right to unlock
For shipping and storage purposes, the mobile computer and the main battery are saved in
separate packages.
Note:
Any improper handling may reduce the battery life.
To install the main battery:
1) Press down the lock button and slide it right to the “Unlock” position.
2) Insert your f ingernailinto the groove between
the case and the top of the cover, with a little
force, lift the ba ttery cover up and away fr om
the device.
3) Insert the main battery with the contact pins
facing the lower end. Fix the top edge of the
battery first.
4) Press down the lower edge of the battery.
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Push left to lock
5) Fix the lower edge of the battery cover, and then
push the upper end in. Please mak e sure that
the battery lock is in “Unlock” state before
replacing the battery cover.
6) Slide the battery lock to the left to the “Lock” position.
Warning:
(1) Make sure the battery lock is at the “Lock” position before powering on the device.
(2) For initial use, inse rt a charged battery, lock the battery cover in place, then press the
Power key to power on the mobile computer.
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REMOVE BATTERY
Push right to unlock
Push left to lock
1) Press down the lock button and slide it right to the “Unlock” position.
2) Insert your fingernail into the groove between
the case and the top of the cover, with a little
force, lift the battery cover up and away from
the device.
3) Lift the battery up from its lower end.
4) Replace the battery cover.
Slide the battery lock to the left to the “Lock” position.
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1.1.2. INSTALLING SIM CARD, SAM CARD AND MEMORY CARD
REMOVE CARDS
SIM 1 Slot
Micro SD Card Slot
SIM 2 Slot
SAM Card Slot
The RS31 mobile computer is e quipped with two SIM card slots, one SAM card slot and one
memory card slot.
To insert the cards:
1) Remove the battery cover as described in Remove Battery.
2) Insert the cards into their respective slots according to the directions indicated. Push the
cards to lock them in. Please not e that when y ou in sert th e cards int o their sl ots, t he
metal contact sides of SD card and SIM1 card should be facing downwards , while those
of SIM2 card and SAM card should be facing upwards.
▲
Supports SD/SDHC/SDXC
SD
▲
SAM
Supports 2G/3G/4G Card
Supports 2G/3G/4G Card
▲
SIM1
▲
SIM2
3) Replace the battery cover and push the battery lock back to the “Lock” position.
Note:
Both SIM1 and SIM2 card slots support 2G/3G/4G cards. However, you can have 3G/4G
data transmission on either SIM but not on both at the same time. Refer to
Management fordetails on managing dual SIM cards.
SIM Ca rd
1) Remove the battery cover as described in Remove Battery.
2) Push the SIM cards and the SAM card to eject them from th eir slot s; take out the SD
directly fr om it slot.
3) Replace the battery cover and push the battery lock back to the “Lock” position.
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1.1.3. POWER ON/OFF MOBILE COMPUTER
POWER ON
POWER OFF
To power on the mobile computer, press and hold the power button located on the
upper right side of the dev ice. The mobile computer will turn on and sho w the Home Screen
after splash screen.
Note:
For the mobile computer to power on, the battery cover must be secured in place.
To power off the mobile computer, press and hold the power button for more than three
seconds. A menu will appear on-screen which allows you to power off the device. Make sure
all user data and tasks have been stored before tapping on Power off.
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1.1.4. HOMESCREEN SELECTION
Upon the first time you launch the system, a Select Home app window will pop up to
request your i mm edi ate choi ce of h ome s cr een . By selecti ng “AppLock”, you will directly
enter AppLock application (please refer to AppLock User Guide for detailed instructions on
AppLock settings) to start configuring the interface provided to normal users of this device;
by selecting “Launcher”, you will enter the default Android™ 6.0 home screen.
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1.1.5. USING HARDWARE BUTTONS
Button
Function
Description
1.1.6. CONNECTING HEADSET
On the bottom of the mobile computer are three hardware
buttons that deliver the following function s:
Back button
Home button Displays the Home screen.
Recent apps
button
Returns to the prev ious screen or c loses
the active window or keyboard.
Opens a list of recently used
applications.
The headset jack is located on the top of the mobile computer. You can use the headset for
audio playback or communication via the phone application, audio instant messaging, etc.
1) Flip up the rubber cover.
2) Connect the headset to the headset jack.
3) Replace the rubber cover.
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1.2. CHARGING & COMMUNICATION
1.2.1. CHARGE MOBILE COMPUTER
CHARGING TIME
CHARGING TEMPERATURE
OPERATION ON BATTERY POWER
The main ba ttery may n ot be charg ed to ful l for shi pment . When you first rec eive th e kit
package, you will need to charge the main battery to full before using the mobile computer.
You may use the Snap-on Charging Cable or Charging Cradle along with a power adapter to
charge the mobile computer.
Your device c an be charged as well when connected to a computer via USB cable; however,
charging from a USB port on a computer is slower than charging using a supplied Snap-on
Charging Cable or Charging Cradle because the voltage and amperage the computer
provides is lower than in the case of using a normal charging method.
Main battery: The main battery powers the mobile computer to work. It takes
approximately 4 hours to c harge an empty ma in battery to full. The charging L ED above
the screen (located on the right) will light up in red while charging and will turn green
when charging is complete.
When th e main battery is remo ved, RTC retention wil l be maintained for at least 30
minutes.
Backup battery: The backup battery is mounted on the main board. Its role is to temporarily
keep the mobile computer in suspension when the main battery is drained out so data in
DRAM will be retained. The backup battery takes approximately 3.5 hours to charge to full
by the main battery or power adapter.
It is recommended to charge the battery at room temperature (18°Cto 25°C) for optimal
performance.
Please note that battery charging stops when ambient temperature drops below 0°C or
exceeds 40°C.
When 802.11a/b/g/n, GSM/GPRS/EDGE/WCDMA/UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA/HSPA+/LTE,
Bluetooth v4.1 & v2.1+EDR and GP S are all enabled on batter y power, the main batter y
level will drop down substantially. Pr olonged use of the display and continued scanning of
barcodes will also affect battery level.
In order to prevent system from shutting down after the battery is drained out, we
suggest that you keep a fresh battery for replacement at a ll times, or connect the mobile
computer to an external power.
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USE SNAP-ON CHARGING CABLE
LED Indicator
Status
Description
Click!
LED Status Indic a tor
The Snap-on Charging Cable provides a convenient way to charge your mobile computer.
1) Fasten the Snap-on Charging Cable to the lower end of the mobile computer.
2) Connect the other end of the cable to the adapter.
3) Fix the adapter plug onto the adapter, and plug in into a n electrical outlet.
While the device battery is being charged, the LED on mobile computer will indicate
charging status.
Charging Red, solid Charging the mobile computer
Red, blink Charging error
Green, solid Charging complete
No light The cable is not corr e c tly connected
Note:
The Snap-on Charging Cable is for charging only. For data communication, use the micro
USB cable to connect the mobile computer to your PC or laptop.
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USE CHARGING CRADLE
Spare Batteryr Compartment
USB Port
Mobile Computer Compartment
Charging Cradle Power Supply
Spare Battery Charging
The Charging Cradle charges your mobile computer and a spare battery at the same time.
Status LED
Connection Status LED
Note:
The Charging Cradle is for charging only. For data communication, use the micro USB cable
to connect the mobile computer to your PC or laptop.
To charge your mobile computer on the Charging Cradle:
1) Insert the mobile computer onto the Charging Cradle. Press the mobile computer down
till you hear a ‘click’ to make sure it is secured in the charging station. If the hardshell is
installed on the mobile computer, remove the cap on the Cradle’s charging station, and
insert the mobile computer.
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2) Connect the adapter to the Cradle, and plug the other end into an electrical outlet.
Cradle LED Indicator
Status
Description
The status of the mobile computer charging is shown on the device itself, while the LED
indicator on RS31 Charging Cradle shows the status of battery charging as below:
Charging Red, solid Charging the battery
Red, blink Charging error
Green, solid Charging complete
No light Not charging
Note:
(1) Not Charging cou ld be the result of battery damage, battery’s failure to touch the
connector, or AC plug coming off.
(2) Charging error could be due to high battery temperature.
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1.2.2. WIRED DATA TRANSMISSION
1.2.3. USING WIRELESS NETWORKS
Use the micro USB cable to connect the mobile computer to your PC for data transmission.
1) Connect your device to the computer with supplied USB cable.
2) Swipe down from the status bar to reveal Notifications Drawer.
3) Tap “USB for Charging” to enter USB options. By default, the device will be in charging
mode, in which you are unable t o ac ce ss t he files on this devi ce from the PC client. To
transfer all types of fi les between your device and PC, c hoose “File transfer s”. To
transfer videos and photos, you can select “Photo transfer (PTP), in which your device
will share only video s and photos in DCIM and Pictures folders.
The mobile computer supports widely applied wireless technologies including Bluetooth
v4.1 & v2.1+EDR, 802.11 a/b/g/n and NFC, and is able to send/receive data in real time in
an efficient way. Select GSM/GPRS/EDGE/WCDMA/UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA/HSPA+/LTE
modules embedded for a total wireless solution for data and voice communication.
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Chapter 2
USING THE RS31 MOBILE COMPUTER
IN THIS CHAPTER
This chapter walks you through the fundamental usage and features of this device.
2.9 Data Capture .............................................................. 80
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2.1. BATTERY
Main Battery
The mobile computer is powered by a rechargeable 3.85V / 2960 mAh Li-ion battery pack,
and it takes approximately 4 hours to charge it to full from the power adaptor. However,
the charging time may vary by your working condition.
Spare Battery
A spare battery pack is provided as an accessory. We recommend keeping a fully charged
spare battery at hand in order to replace the main battery when it is nearly drained out.
Backup Battery
Settled on the main board is a backup battery that keeps the mobile computer in
suspension when the main battery is depleted. The backup battery is a 60 mAh
rechargeable Li-ion battery, and can retain data in the DRAM for 30 minutes when it is
fully charg ed (as long as wireless modules on the mobile computer are inactive). The
backup battery can be cha rged by the main battery or the power adapter, and takes
approximately 3.5 hours to charge to full.
Warning:
(1) The battery cover must be secured in position. If not, the mobile computer cannot tur n
on by pressing the power key.
(2) For a new battery, make sure it is fully charged before using.
(3) To avoid data loss, when replacing the main battery, make sure you replace it with a
well-charged spare battery pack. Always prepare a spare battery at hand, especi ally
when you are on the road .
(4) When the mobile c omputer has been on backup battery for 30 minutes, the system will
shut down. Be sure to replace the main battery as soon as possible in order to avoid data
loss.
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2.1.1. BATTERY STATUS INDICATORS
Main battery is fully charged.
is being charged.
The main battery pack is the only power source for the mobile computer to work. Therefore,
when the main battery level goes low, you need to replace the battery pack w ith a charged
one or charge it as soon as possible. Most of all, you should backup important data on a
regular basis.
By checking the batte ry status icon on Status Bar, you can tell the battery level remaining
in the main battery.
Main battery level is partially drained.
Main battery level is low (5%~15%).
Main battery level is very low and needs charging
immediately (<5%).
External power source is connected and main battery
To check the exact remaining percentage of power and battery life:
1) Use two fingers to swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings.
2) The percentage of remaining battery power is shown beside the battery icon; you can
tap on it to enter Battery Settings for more details and configurations.
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Note:
When the mobile comp uter is fully charged and battery lev el reaches 100%, the battery
icon will change from to to indicate charging is completed.
Warning:
(1) Once the battery level dro ps below 15%, the low battery n otificat ion wil l be dis played o n
the screen.
(2) Data loss with RAM may occu r w hen ba tt ery l evel is low . Always s ave data before the
battery runs out of power or keep a fresh battery for replacement.
(3) Constant usage of the mobile computer at low b at t ery level can af f ect battery life. For
maximum performance, recharge the batter y periodically to avoid battery drain out and
maintain good battery health.
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2.1.2. MONITOR BATTERY LEVEL
MAIN BATTERY LEVEL
The main battery is the only source that feeds the mobile computer to work. It also supplies
the backup battery on the m ain boa rd in orde r to retain the data stored in DRAM. When
main battery level gets low, recharge it or replace it as soon as possible. Most critically, back
up the important data from time to time to protect yo ur work.
To check main battery level:
Tap All Apps | Settings | Battery .
Battery level percentage is shown to provide a clear grasp of the remaining battery power.
The screen also shows the rate of battery discharge since the last battery c harging session,
how long the device has been running on battery power, and which applications are
consuming the most battery power.
To enable Android’s smart power saving feature, activate the Standby Intelligent
power saving function, which intelligently manages the background tasks as this
device is powered on.
To look at the timeline of each application that drained or has bee n draining the batte ry
power, tap on the chart; with this, you can diagnose any serious power drains.
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BATTERY SAVER MODE
You can have the Battery saver mode automatically turned on when the main battery gets
low. This mode will limit the use of location services, vibration and most background
processing data. On Battery screen, tap on More and then select “Battery sav er”.
Switch on the function and choose when to have this mode automatically activated. After
this function is enabled, the title bar of your screen will turn orange.
Note:
This mode will automatically become inactive when your device is being charged.
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BATTERY OPTIMIZATION
With Battery optimizationenabled for the applications, you can make sure they stay
inactive when your device is idle or when they have not been used for days.
1) On Battery screen, tap Moreand then select “Battery optimization”.
On dropdown list, select “All apps”, all the applications will be optimized by this function
2)
by default. You can individually turn off the optimization mode of a certain app if you
would l ike it always activated by tapping on the app name and select “Don’t optimize”
and then “DONE”.
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LOW BATTERY ALERT
The m obile computer prompts a warning notification reminding you to charge the main
battery when the main battery level drops to 15% and 5%. In the meantime, the device’s
status LED indicator will blink red.
Opening Notifications Drawer
list; you may turn on Batt ery Saver Mode, connect the mobile computer to an external
power source, or repl ace the m ain b attery pack as soon a s possi ble. To repl ace the m ain
battery pack, see
Replace Main Battery.
, you will also see this w ar n ing appe a ring on the notifications
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2.1.3. REPLACE MAIN BATTERY
When main battery level is low, follow the steps below to replace the main battery.
RS31 backup battery supplies system power during battery swap. When battery cover is
removed, the syst em wil l en ter suspen d m ode an d not wa ke up u ntil battery cove r is p ut
back and the power button is pressed.
1) Make sure the new battery is fully-charged.
2) Press and hold the power button on the side of the mobile comp uter .
3) Tap “Power off” in the pop-up menu. The mobile computer will power off.
4) Follow the steps described in Installing Battery to remove t he b att ery cov er. Up on th e
removal of the cover, the system will prepare to enter suspend mode with the red Status
LED on the front panel lit, which will last for 3 to 5 seconds.
5) Flip the dev ice ove r to observ e the red light; as it goes off, the device is in complete
suspend mode and Main battery is ready to be replaced. Re move the battery and replace
it with the new one.
6) Install the battery cover and pr ess the power button to po wer on the mobile computer.
Warning:
Please do not perform a battery swapping before the mobile computer’s OS is ready (Home
Screen is displayed). Remo ving the battery cover during powering up your mobile computer
(starting from your pushing down the Power button till Home Screen is presented) may
cause system failure.
Note:
(1) When main battery is removed, the system will stay in suspend mode for 30 minutes. To
prevent the system from being shut down without advance warning, please DO replace
the main battery within the 30 minutes.
(2) After you remove t he bat tery cove r, if th e Statu s LED stays l it for over 10 second s,
please replace the battery cover right away and perform battery swapping later.
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2.1.4. POWER MANAGEMENT
ENTER AIRPLANE MODE
For any portab le device, p ower managemen t is a criti cal i ssu e especially wh en you are on
the road. Below are some tips to help you save battery power.
Warning:
Using backlight, wireless connectivity, and peripheral devices while on b attery p ower will
substantially reduce battery power.
Bring an additional main battery pack with you on the road.
End wireless connections (such as Bluetooth transmission, wireless connection, NFC and
GPS) which are not in use.
Shorten the screen turn off time. See Screen Timeout Settings.
Reduce the screen brightness level, see S cr een Bright n ess.
If you have had your Google account signed in on this device , you could turn o ff certain
automatic data syncing of applications (such as Email, Calendar, and Contacts). Go to All
Apps | Settings | Accounts | Google and disable the data syncing
services of your desired items.
Enable Battery saver mode and Battery optimization mode. See Battery Saver Mode
and Battery Optimization.
You can enable Airplane mode to have all the wireless radios (including call functions, data
connections such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and 3G/4G) on your mobile computer turned off,
which will considerably reduce the power consumption of your battery.
1) To enter Airplane mode, u se t wo fi ngers t o sw i pe d own from th e t op o f th e scre en to
open Quick Settings.
2) Tap on the Airplane mode icon to enable/disable the mode.
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2.2. MEMORY
CAUTION OF DATA LOSS
Flash Memory (ROM)
16GB flash memory for storing the OS (Android™ 6.0 Marshmallow and custom
application programs.
Random-access Memory (RAM)
2GB RAM for storing and running programs, as well as storing program data.
Expansion Slot
The mobile computer is equipped with one SD card slot which can accommodate a micro
SD card, a microSDHC or a microSDXC card. When choosing an SD card for best
compatibility and performance with RS31, please make sure of the cap aci ty you need.
For the use of SDXC card, please use a new card and make sure it has not been used in
other host devices (computers, cameras, or readers).
When the main battery is removed or drained, the backup battery on the main board takes
over to supply the mobile computer and keep it in suspension. A fully charged backup
battery will retain the data in the RAM for 30 minutes. When the backup battery is drained
out as well, the mobile computer will shut down, and only the contents of RTC will be
retained. All other unsaved data will be lost.
If you want to put away the mobile computer f or a couple of days, you should be aware that
data loss occurs when the main battery and backup battery discharges completely.
Therefore, it is necess ary to backup data and files before putting away the mobile co mputer.
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2.2.1. CHECK MEMORY USAGE
Tap an application name
The memory manager can offer a glance of how the device is using its RAM.
Tap All Apps | Settings | Memory to enter memory manager screen.
On the main scree n, it tells you not only the used and free
memory space of the RAM, but how your pattern of usage
has impacted the device’s overall performance. To figure
out how th e system and a pps have been taking up the
memory over a lon ger period, tap the dropdown list to
choose a different time span.
To look at how individual apps are consuming the
memory spa ce, tap “Memory used by apps” to get a
breakdown of memory usage by apps.
to check its memory
usage. This allows you to
make sense of how much
memory a newly-installed
application can potentially
consume your RAM.
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2.2.2. MANAGE STORAGE SPACE
CHOOSE DEFAULT STORAGE
To your Android device, the SD card can serve as an ext ension of your dev ice’s intern al
storage (which comes a s 16 GB of flash memory to store the OS, applications and files)
other than a portable storage place.
Tap All Apps | Settings | Storage & USB to check usage of the int ernal
and external storage spaces.
By default, all the video s, photos an d downl oaded fi les are di rectly sav ed to the d evice’s
internal storage. If you have previously inserted and mounted an SD card as portable
storage, this external s torage wi ll a ppear sel ectab le bel ow the option Inte rnal Storage,
and you can choose it as the Default write disk.
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SET UP SD CARD AS PORTABLE STORAGE
The SD card is considered a
which is not included in total
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Using SD card as a portable device allows you to t reat it as a USB disk, by swapping it
between your Android device and the computer to easily transfer files. This is quite handy
when there is a need to offload files that are ta king up too much storage space.
When this device is connected with PC, the disk content is readable from PC client:
On Storage & USB screen, this disk can be managed separately.
separate storage, the capacity of
device storage. You can tap
to eject a mounted SD card.
To start:
1) Connect your mobile computer w it h PC with supplied USB cable, swipe down from the
status bar to reveal
and then choose “File transfers”.
Notifications Drawer, tap “USB for Charging” to enter USB options
2) Insert the SD card. A notification will pop up indicating that an SD card is detected tap
“SET UP”.
3) Tap “Use as portable storage” and then “NEXT”.
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4) Tap “ERASE & FORMAT” to format this card. The file form at allows the card t o be
readable on other devices such as PC or a digital camera.
5) At the window asking you whether to change the write disk from internal storage
(default) to the SD card, tap “OK” to do so or “Cancel ” to stay with the default setting.
6) When the setting is completed, tap “DONE”.
Note:
Please make sure the USB cab le is properly c onnected while tra nsferring fil es over USB
connection.
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CONVERT THE SD CARD TO INTERNAL STORAGE
1) You can always convert the SD Card from portable storage to internal storage. On
Storage & USB screen, tap the SD card. Before you start, make a backup of the files on
this disk if you would like to keep them.
2) On SD card content screen, tap Moreand then tap “Settings”.
3) By selecting “Format as internal”, the device will eventually format this SD card into a
specific file format only readable by this device.
4) On Format as internal storage screen, tap “ERASE & FORMAT” to format the card.
5) You will then be asked to whether to move media files to this new SD card right away or
later, make your choice and then tap “Next”.
6) When the formatting is completed, tap “DONE”.
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SET UP SD CARD AS INTERNAL STORAGE
To eject this SD card:
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Using SD card as internal storage allows you to extend your existing device stor age and to
store huge applications. This SD card will b e reformatted and encrypted with a file format
that is not readable by another device. Therefore, it is essential that you back up importa nt
files on this SD card in advance. Please note that if you eject this SD card, the applications
and media files stored on it will not be available until you reinsert the card.
When this device is connected with PC, the disk c ontent is not readable from PC client:
On Storage & USB screen, the capacity of this SD card is merged into the total device
storage. Please note that. In this setting, you will have no control of which files to be stored
on SD card.
Warning:
Do not physically remove the SD card from the device without ejecting this card in advance.
1) Select this SD card.
2) On SD card content screen, tap
More and then tap “Eject”.
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To start:
1) Insert the SD card. A notification will pop up indicating that an SD card is detected tap
“SET UP”.
2) Tap “Use as internal storage” and then “NEXT”.
3) Tap “ERASE & FORMAT” to format this card.
4) You will then be asked to whether to move media files to this new SD card, make your
choice and then tap “Next”.
5) When the setting is completed, tap “DONE”.
Note:
It is recommended that you
select “Move now” at Step 4 to have the device
immediately start making
use of SD card space. If you
select “Move later”, the
device will continue to
consider device’s original
storage the primary location
to save files.
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CONVERT THE SD CARD TO PORTABLE STORAGE
1) You can always convert the SD Card from internal storage to portable storage. On
Storage & USB screen, tap the SD card. Before you start, make a backup of the files on
this disk if you would like to keep them.
2) On SD card content screen, tap More and then tap “Format as portable”.
3) Tap “Format” to hav e thi s SD card re-formatted into a file type inaccessible by other
devices.
4) On Move dat a now screen, t a p “MOVE” to migrate data from the device’s storage to
SD card and have the SD card become the primary storage location.
5) When the formatting is completed, tap “DONE”.
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2.3. TOUCH SCREEN
2.3.1. SCREEN BRIGHTNESS
The mobile computer comes with a 4.7” transmissive LCD with 1280 by 720 pixels
resolution (HD). The LED backlight of the screen, which helps ease reading under dim
environments, can be controlled manually and automatically.
Warning: DO NOT use any pointed or sharp objects to move against the surface of the screen.
Tap All Apps | Settings | Display | Brightness level.
Adjust screen brightness by dra gging the slider to the r ight (to incr e ase brightnes s) o r left
(to reduce brightness). Switch on the Adaptive brightness to enable automatic backlight
adjustment with the mobile computer’s built-in sensor. You can also use the shortcut button
on Quick Settings menu to adjust the brightness level.
Note:
To save battery power, dim the screen brightness while working in a well-lit area, or set a
shorter sleeping plan for the screen backlight to go off.
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2.3.2. SCREEN ROTATION
By default, the device automatically rotates the screen to when you turn the device
sideways. To switch this function on or off:
1) Tap All Apps | Settings | Display .
2) Tap When device is rotated and them select Stay in portrait view to turn the rotation
function off or tap Rotate the contents of the screen to enable it.
OR
2)Use two fingers to swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings and
tap the Aut o rotat e status icon. This quick setting method allows you to temporarily
enter landsca pe mode to enhan ce your typin g experience by usi ng a wide keyboard .
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You can entirely disable the switch on the interface to minimize the possibility of
accidentally turning on the auto-rotation function.
Tap All Apps | Settings | Accessibilityand switch off Auto-rotate screen.
By doing so, the auto-rotation option will be hidden on Quick Settings menu as well as in
Settings | Display.
The Auto-rotate status icon
is absent.
Note:
Auto-rotation is not supported in Home Screen, All apps list and certain applications.
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2.3.3. SCREEN TIMEOUT SETTINGS
Tap All Apps | Settings | Display | Sleep.
Select the time lapse for screen timeout.
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2.3.4. TEXT SIZE
Tap All Apps | Settings | Display | Font size. Select the font size between
Small, Normal, Large and Huge.
.
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2.4. NOTIFICATIONS
2.4.1. STATUS LED
Indicator
Status
Description
Charging error (for instance, battery not in
(the battery cover is
and then goes off to
signal that the main battery is ready to be
2.4.2. AUDIO
An LED indicators located above the touch screen provide information about c harging status,
scanner light beam, and scanner "Good Read" during data collection.
Green, solid Charging complete
Charging
Barcode or RFID tag
decode
The device is on backup
battery power
removed)
Red, solid Charging the mobile computer
Red, blinking
Green, flash once Good read
Red, solid
place)
Upon the removal of the battery cover, the red
light is on for a while
removed.
Note: For Scanner decode and Scanner beam LED to function, LED notification must be
enabled in Reader Configuration.
The speaker is used to play sounds for eve nts in windows and programs, or play audio files.
In addition, it can be programmed for status feedback. In noisy environments, you may
consider connecting a headset instead. A headset jac k is provided on the top of the mobile
computer, which is a 3.5 mm DIA stereo earphone jack. The mobile computer also supports
using Bluetooth headsets.
Supported audio file formats include: WAV, MP3, AAC, AAC+, Enhanced AAC+, AU
(including ADPCM), Midi, XMF, AMR (NB and WB).
Use the volume buttons on the side of the mobile computer to a djust the system volume.
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2.4.3. SOUNDS AND VIBRATION
SOUND PROFILES
The mobile computer is integrated with a vibrator, which is software progra mmable for
tactile feedback. This can be helpful when working in noisy environments.
You may also set the mobile computer to vibrate only, in which all system sounds will be
muted and replaced by the vibrator.
On any screen, press down Volume Up or Volume Down key to open quick sound menu.
Tap to switch this device to Vibration mode. To modify specific sound settings, tap
to access more settings.
You can apply the default sound profiles: Outdoor, Meeting , Silent or General
(customizable).
Go to All apps | Settings | Sound & notification to select a desired profile.
With General profile, you can tap on to customize advanced settings.
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DISABLE UNWANTED NOTIFICATIONS WITH “DO NOT DISTURB”
Alarm
OFF
ON
ON
Reminders
OFF
OFF
Adjustable(Default:ON)
Events
OFF
OFF
Adjustable(Default:ON)
OFF
Adjustable
Messages
OFF
OFF
Adjustable(Default:OFF)
Music, Video, Game
OFF
ON
ON
In-Call
ON
ON
ON
You can temporarily disable specific notifications (vibration or sound) using “Do Not Disturb” in Quick Settings menu. What’s more, you can schedule the duration of the
disabled status so that the notifications will switch to enabled s tate automatically based on
your arrangement.
Use your two fingers to swipe down from the status bar to open Quick Settings, tap on “Do
not disturb” to enable this feature and make further adjustment.
Incoming Calls OFF
or Media
Total Silence Alarm Only Priority Only
(Default:From Contacts Only)
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2.5. DATE AND TIME
2.5.1. SET DATE, TIME AND TIME ZONE
By default, the mobile computer automatically synchronizes the date and time to the WWAN
network (if connected).
To set the date and time manually:
1) Tap All Apps | Settings | Date & time .
2) Tap Automatic date & time and select Off to disable using network-provided time.
3) Deselect Automatic time zone.
4) Tap Set date. U se the sli ders to select the correct m onth, date an d year. Tap OK to
save.
5) Tap Set time . Use the sliders to select the correct time. Tap OK to save.
6) Tap Select time zone. Select the correct time zone from the list.
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SET NTP SERVER
You can have this device automatically synchronize with a designated NTP server:
1) Tap Automatic data & time and select Use network-provided time.
2) Tap “NTP Server”.
3) Input the address of the NTP server and tap “OK”.
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2.6. LANGUAGE & KEYBOARD INPUT
2.6.1. CHANGE DISPLAY LANGUAGE
Tap All Apps | Settings | Language & input to change the system language,
default keyboard type, and configure keyboard input and speech settings.
On Language & input screen, tap Language and then select your desired system
language, the new setting will immediately be applied after your selection.
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2.6.2. ON-SCREEN KEYBOARD
SELECT KEYBOARD (INPUT METHOD)
Tap a text input field to automati cally open an on-sc reen keyboa rd. The vi rtual keyboard
will vary depending on the data type (text or numbers) this field requires.
On Language & input screen, select Current Keyboard to change your current keyboard
or manage the selectable keyboards by entering “CHOOSE KEYBOARDS” and enable the
input methods you need.
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Android provides a variety of keyboar d layouts of different languages. To have more options
of key layouts, for exa mple, German , you can:
1) On Language & input screen, select Android Keyboard (AOSP) and then
Languages.
2) On the list, disable “Use system language”.
3) Select your desired language keypad layouts.
4) Return to Language & input screen, and your Current Keyboard now has more
options.
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ADJUST KEYBOARD SETTINGS
To configure keyboard settings, tap and hold the comma button until a settings button
appears. A m en u wi l l open, allowing you to adjust input language (if you would like to
use an input language different from the system language) or keyboard settings.
By tapping Android Keyboard Settings (AOSP), you can further adjust the settings to
suit your needs.
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CHANGE KEYBOARD (INPUT METHOD)
English (US) Keyboard
Arabic Keyboard
1 2 1
2
The input methods you enabled in Current Keyboard under Language & input are
available by tapping on the on-screen keyboard, to use other input methods, simply tap
it to cycle through the options.
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EDIT TEXT
Tap and hol d text on th e screen to enab le a text edi ting menu for selecting all text, or
copying and pasting text within or across applications. Some applications may use different
ways to select or edit text.
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ENTER NUMBERS AND SYMBOLS
English (US) Keyboard
Numeric / Symbol Keyboard
Symbol Keyboard
English (US) Keyboard
The appearance of the switch button to numeric or symbol keyboard may vary; the example
below demonstrates how to use the switch key to access your desired numeric or symbol
keyboards from the default Android English (US) keyboard. To enter Numeric / Symbol
keyboard, tap .On Numeric / Symbol keyboard, tap to access more symbols or
tap to return to Android English (US) keyboard
On Android English (US) keyboard, you can input number or symbols without switchin g
to Numeric / Symbol keyboard.
Tap and hold the period button to open quick symbol keyboard.
Tap and hold a letter from q~p on the top row to bring up the specific number key.
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ENTER UPPERCASE LETTERS
English (US) Keyboard
Tap and hold the Shift key , and tap a character key to enter an uppercase letter. The
letters will return to lower case once an uppercase letter is entered.
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2.7. SOUND AND VOLUME
Use the volume buttons on the left side of the mobile co mputer to adjust system and ringer
volume.
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2.8. PROGRAMMABLE KEYS
ENABLE WAKEUP
Use the volume buttons on the left side of the mobile co mputer to adjust system and ringer
volume.
Tap All Apps | Settings | Programmable keys to assign specifi c functi ons
to the four programmable keys: volume up, volume down, and the left and right function
keys (side keys).
After redefining the programmable keys, the changes will immediately take effect.
Select the Enable wakeup checkbox to enable pressing the key to wake the mobile
computer from suspend mode.
Note:
This ch eck box is a utom atical ly dis able d if an a pplic atio n is s elec ted fo r the ke y on t he Apps
tab page.
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ASSIGN KEYCODE
Tap the key you would like to assign. A screen opens showing a list of available keycodes or
applications. On the Keycodes tab page, scroll down to view the entire list of keycodes, and
tap a keycode to apply.
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ASSIGN APPLICATION
Tap the key you would like to assign. Tap the Apps tab page to open a list of avail able
applications. Scroll down to view the entire list of applications, and tap an application to
apply.
After an application is selected, an icon will appear next to the assigned key. Also, the
Enable wakeup checkbox will be automatically disabled.
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ASSIGN INTENT
You can make use of the intent (the specific intent string should be input before hand in the
configuration xml file on your device) to assign a hardware key to launch a specific
application. When you press this hardware key, this App will be launched by this intent.
On the Intent screen, input the name of t he Intent and then tap o n “Commit”.
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IMPORT AND EXPORT SETTING
After finishing configuring the keys, you can save the setting to a txt (XML format) fi le,
allowing you to apply the same setting to other devices. To do this, tap More and then
“Export”. This fi le will be expo rted to the root folder of th e device’s i nternal storag e as
“keys_config.txt”.
To share this file with oth er devices, tap and hold the file name, tap share to select a
file-sharing method from Send file menu. Please make sure the filename is not renamed.
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To import th e configuration file to be used in Programming keys, make sure the f ile i s
saved in the root folder of the device’s internal storage with the file name keys_config.txt.
On Programming keys screen, tap More and then “Import”. The new setting will be
immediately applied to the keys.
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RESTORE FUNCTION
To restore a key to its previously assigned function, tap me nu key and then tap “Reset
to default”.
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2.9. DATA CAPTURE
2.9.1. BARCODE READER
2.9.2. DIGITAL CAMERA
A selection of scan engines is available for delivering flexibility to meet different
requirements. Depending on the scan engine integrated, the mobile computer is capable of
scanning barcodes of a number of symbologies that are enabled by default while running
the ReaderConfig application. If you need to scan barcodes that are encoded in a different
symbology, enable the symbology first.
An integrated 8 megapixel rear camera in the mobile computer is specifically designed for
collecting image data. You may use the image capture utility to turn on the camera and
capture images. By default, the images taken by this camera application are saved as JPG
files in DCIM folder in the device’s primary storage.
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Chapter 3
BASIC OPERATION
IN THIS CHAPTER
This chapter describes the basic skills to work with the RS31 mobile computer, for instance
how to operate the home screen, check system statuses and manage notifications. The
add-on utilities for applications regarding data collection, processing, and transmission are
introduced in the following chapters.
3.1 Home Screen .............................................................. 82
3.2 Status Bar .................................................................. 91
3.5 OS Update ............................................................... 101
3.6 Back up Your Data .................................................... 103
3.7 Reset to Factory Default ............................................ 104
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3.1. HOME SCREEN
When the mobile computer is fully charged, press the Power key for three seco nds to turn
on the mobile computer. A locked screen wi ll appear. Sl ide the lock b utton in eith er
direction to unlock the screen.
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The Home Screen appears showing a status bar, shortcut icons, and a dock bar containing
Dock
All Apps button
Status bar
Search bar
Widget icon
Setting Shortcut ic on
an All Apps button. The home scree n al lows multiple pages for placing shortcut icons and
widgets. You may customize the home screen according to your preferences.
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3.1.1. CUSTOMIZE HOME SCREEN
ADD APPLICATION SHORTCUT TO HOME SCREEN
1) On the home screen you would like to customize, tap All Apps.
2) Locate the application to add, tap on and hold the application icon.
3) The home sc reen wi ll appear. Drag the app li cati on icon to you r prefe rred p osi tion a nd
release to have it placed.
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ADD WIDGET TO HOME SCREEN
1) Tap and hold any empty spot on the home screen.
2) The current layout will shrink, and the available options related to home screen appear
on the bottom. Tap Widgets to enter the widget selection list.
3) In the widget selection list, scroll to locate your desired widget.
4) Tap and hold the widget unt il the home screen layout appears. Drag the widget to your
preferred position and release to have it placed. For a setting shortcut, you will have to
select a specific setting from the shortcuts list.
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ARRANGE THE SHORTCUTS AND WIDGETS ON HOME SCREEN
1) To move or remove a shortcut/widget, on the home screen you wo uld like to customize,
tap and hold it to enter layout edit mode, a floating opt ion “X Remove” will appear on
top of the screen, to which you can drag the unwanted shortcut to remove it. Drag the
icon to the preferred position and release it to have it placed.
2) To resize a widget, tap and hold it until a wh ite frame appears. Tap and drag a white dot
to re-scale the widget.
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CHANGE HOME SCREEN WALLPAPER
1) Tap and hold any empty spot on the home screen.
2) Tap Wallpapers in the menu that appears.
3) Select an image to apply as the wallpaper.
4) Tap Set wallpaper at the bottom of the wallpaper preview screen to apply it.
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CREATE FOLDER
1) On the home screen you would like to customize, tap and hold the application shortcut
you would like to move, drag the icon on the top of another icon to create a folder.
2) As these icons overlap, a folder is created.
3) After you let go your finger, these icons are enclosed in a circle.
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NAME A FOLDER
1) Tap the folder you would like to name.
2) The folder will expand from a small circle to a full rectangle to show all the shortcuts in
it. Tap “Unnamed Folder” and edit the folder name.
3) Tap Done on the on-screen keyboard.
4) Tap elsewhere on the screen, the folder will shrink to a small circle with its new name.
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REMOVE FOLDER
1) Tap and hold the folder you would like to remove.
2) Drag the folder to the top of the screen where the option “X Remove” is located.
Note:
Please note that, when you remove a folder, the shortcuts contained in it will be removed as
well.
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3.2. STATUS BAR
3.2.1. ICONS ON STATUS BAR
STATUS ICONS
Icon
Description
Fi network and performing data
will be shown on
Status icons
Notification
The left side of the sta tus bar shows notification icons, and the right side of the status bar
shows status icons.
Bluetooth is on.
The device has been connected to a Bluetooth device.
The device is currently connected to a Witransmission.
No mobile network signa l
The device is currently connected to a 4G network. A symbol
the left to indicate th e c e llular data connection type (e.g. 3G ).
Full mobile network signal
Airplane mode is active, which m eans all radios are in active now.
Alarm is active.
No SIM card is inserted
All sounds are silent except for alarms (Vibration mo d e).
The main battery is fully cha r ged.
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NOTIFICATION ICONS
Icon
Description
The main battery is p a r tially drained.
Main battery level is very low and needs charging immediat ely (<5%).
External power source is conn ec ted a nd main battery is being cha r ged.
USB debugging mode is enabled on this device
The device is performin g data synchronization.
There is an upcoming event.
The device is downloading da ta .
The device is uploading data .
An open Wi-Fi network is available.
A memory card has been inser ted.
A new SIM card is detected.
There has been a problem. Open Notifications Drawer for more details.
For example: No SIM card detected in either of the two SIM card slots
The headset has been ins erted.
The phone call is connected.
There has (have) been missed call(s).
The current phone call has been pa used.
Wi-Fi hotspot is active.
Bluetooth tethering is active.
USB tethering is a c tive.
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3.2.2. OPEN QUICK SETTING MENU
Quick
The status icons are related to essential settings regarding the device’s remaining power,
Bluetooth status or Wi-Fi connectivity status. The status bar offers a quick access for you to
easily make adjustments of the settings. To open Quick Setting menu, use you two fingers,
swipe from the top to the bottom of the screen. You can tap on each status icon on the menu
to switch among different modes or enter the settings.
Setting
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3.2.3. OPEN NOTIFICATIONS DRAWER
CHECK OUT NOTIFICATION
DISABLE NOTIFICATION
The notifications icons on status bar inform you of the new events such as incoming calls,
messages or USB connection.
To check out d etails of the event s, swipe down from the status bar to open Notifications
Drawer. Tap on the individual notification card to carry our immediate action or to open the
corresponding application.
You can change or turn off the notification of a specific app by tapping and holding on the
notifications card until the corresponding app name reve als along with an icon, tap on
it to modify the notification-related setting.
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CLEAR NOTIFICATION
To dismiss a single not ific atio n, s imply swip e the not ifica tio n car d rig ht or lef t. Yo u can also
dismis s all not ificatio ns at a t ime by ta pping. Ongoing notifications and notif ications that
require subsequent activity to be cleared will remain on the list.
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3.3. MANAGE APPLICATIONS
3.3.1. APPLICATION MENU
Icon
Name
Description
locale, and sets
Gmail, a free email service
An Android built-in a pp lic ation providing you easy access to
nearby restaurants or updates on traffic alerts.
Tap All Apps on the Home screen to open the applications menu.
AppLock
Calculator Performs mathematical calculations.
Calendar Creates and manages events, meetings and appointments.
Camera Takes pictures and shoots videos.
Chrome An Android built-in browser application developed by Google.
Clock
Contacts
Downloads List all files down loa ded on the mobile computer.
Drive
An application us e d to limit the system resources made
available to Users
Sets date, time, time zone according to your
and manages alarms.
Manages contact information, and shares or exports/imports
the information to other devices or SD card.
An Android built-in application for afile storage and
synchronization service created by Google.
Duo A one-to-one video call application developed by Google.
File Manager
Gmail
Google
Hangout
Maps An Android built-in app dev eloped by Google.
Browses and manages files on the local storage and storage
card.
An Android built-in applic ation for
provided by Google.
handy services provided by Google such as searching for
An Android built-in application for a communication
platform developed by Google.
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Messaging Sends SMS and MMS messages.
An Android built-in a pp lic ation providing access to a digital
the Google Play Store, operated and developed by Google.
An application serv ing as a real trig ger key, floating o n top of
bardcode scanner.
Phone
Photos
Play Movies & TV
Play Music
Play Store
Reader Config
Search
Settings Opens settings to con figure the mobile com puter.
SoftwareTrigger
Places and receives calls, accesses voicemail, views call
history, manages phone contacts and adjusts phone settings.
An Android built-in application for aphoto and video
sharing and storage service developed by Google.
An Android built-in application for an online video on
demand service operated by Google.
An Android built-in application for a music streaming
service and online music locker oper a ted by Google.
distribution service, includ ing a digital media store,
Sets scanner preferences, data output format and
destination, s ymbology settings, and reads ba r c odes .
Searches the internet an d mobi le c omputer with the search
engine.
all other programs for convenient tr igger control of the
Sound Recorder Records and plays audio information .
Voice Search
YouTube An Android built-in application for a video-sharing service.
An Android built-in G oogle product allowing users to
use Google Search by speaking on a mobile phone.
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3.3.2. CURRENT APPLICATIONS
SWITCH BETWEEN APPLICATIONS
END APPLICATION
Tap the Recent Apps button . The screen will show a list of recently used applications.
On this screen, you can:
Swipe up or down to cycle through the listed applications, tap on your desired one to open
it on the screen.
Slide an application to the left or right, or tap the X on top right to close it.
Note:
Close unused applications in order to release RAM. Remember to save your data or settings
before closing any application.
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3.4. SUSPEND & LOCK
3.4.1. SUSPEND DEVICE
SUSPEND RS31
3.4.2. LOCK DEVICE
LOCK RS31
Disable screen lock
The mobile computer operates continuously once it is powered on. To minimize power
consumption and prevent unintended operation, suspend the mobile computer if you are
not actively using it. The mobile computer can be qu ickl y awoken from suspen d mode t o
operate as n eeded. Wh en the mobile computer enters susp end mode, the system i s in a
power-saving status, meaning the device will not respond to screen touch, and volume keys
and side buttons will also be unavailable until the device is unlocked.
Press the power button to suspend the mobile computer. The mobile computer will
automatically suspend when the time period set in Screen Timeout S ettings
without any activity.
has passed
Setting a sc reen lock allows y ou to protect yo ur personal data on this device while t he
device is not at your hand. With various types of screen lock available and Smart Lock, you
can not only enjoy the benefits of this function but also great convenience.
Tap All Apps | Settings | Security | Screen lock to change the lock
method.
Default slide gesture
Enter a pattern to unlock
Set a voice command to unlock
Uses the PIN code to unlock
Enter a password of at least 4 characters
to unlock.
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By selecti ng a pattern, Voice Unl ock, Pin or Pa ssword met hod, you ca n access ad vanced
settings and Smart Lock to customize personal lock settings.
Warning:
To save battery power, suspend the mobile computer when not in use.
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