Fujian Newland Auto ID Tech NLS MT90 User Manual
NLS-MT90
Portable Data Collector
User Guide
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Version
Description
Date
V1.0.0
Initial release.
October 9, 2017
Revision History
Table of Contents
Revision History ....................................................................................................................................................................... - 3 -
Chapter 1About This Guide ......................................................................................................................................................... 1
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Documentation Set ........................................................................................................................................................... 1
Chapter Descriptions ........................................................................................................................................................ 2
More Information .............................................................................................................................................................. 2
Chapter 2Getting Started ............................................................................................................................................................. 3
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Unpacking ........................................................................................................................................................................ 3
Accessories (Optional) ..................................................................................................................................................... 3
Getting Started ................................................................................................................................................................. 4
The MT90................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Keypad ..................................................................................................................................................................... 6
LEDs on the MT90 ................................................................................................................................................... 7
Installing the Battery ................................................................................................................................................ 8
Removing the Battery .............................................................................................................................................. 8
Charging the Battery ................................................................................................................................................ 9
Communicating with PC ......................................................................................................................................... 11
Chapter 3 Basics ........................................................................................................................................................................ 12
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Switching On/ Rebooting/Switching Off the MT90 .......................................................................................................... 12
Locking/Unlocking the MT90 .......................................................................................................................................... 13
Home Screen ................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Status Icons .................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Installing App .................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Uninstalling App .............................................................................................................................................................. 15
Date & Time .................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Display............................................................................................................................................................................ 16
Restoring Factory Settings ............................................................................................................................................. 17
Language & Input Method .............................................................................................................................................. 18
Shortcuts to Apps ........................................................................................................................................................... 18
Widgets .......................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Chapter 4 Scanning Barcodes .................................................................................................................................................. 19
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Scanning 1D Barcode .................................................................................................................................................... 19
Scanning 2D Barcode .................................................................................................................................................... 20
Programming Scanner.................................................................................................................................................... 21
Chapter 5 Bluetooth ................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Chapter 6 Wi-Fi ........................................................................................................................................................................... 30
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 30
Wi-Fi Settings ................................................................................................................................................................. 30
IP Settings ...................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Chapter 7 Admin Tool ................................................................................................................................................................. 32
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Setting the Admin Password ........................................................................................................................................... 32
Setting the Admin Mode ................................................................................................................................................. 33
Entering/Exiting the User Mode ...................................................................................................................................... 34
Chapter 8 Whitelist Manager ..................................................................................................................................................... 35
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Logging in Whitelist Manager ......................................................................................................................................... 35
Chapter 9 Others ........................................................................................................................................................................ 37
Camera........................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Chapter 10 System Update ........................................................................................................................................................ 39
Chapter 11 App Development Guide ......................................................................................................................................... 40
Development Environment ............................................................................................................................................. 40
Use of Non-standard Interfaces ...................................................................................................................................... 40
Chapter 12 Maintenance& Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................. 41
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Important Safety &Handling Information ......................................................................................................................... 41
Disassembly and Retrofit ....................................................................................................................................... 41
External Power Supply ........................................................................................................................................... 41
Abnormal Situation ................................................................................................................................................. 41
Drop Damage ......................................................................................................................................................... 41
LCD Screen ........................................................................................................................................................... 41
Stacking Heavy Objects ......................................................................................................................................... 41
Mounting Location .................................................................................................................................................. 42
Wireless Functionalities ......................................................................................................................................... 42
Use & Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................ 42
Battery Safety Guidelines....................................................................................................................................... 42
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................................. 43
Chapter 1About This Guide
Introduction
This guide provides instructionsfor programming and operating the NLS-MT90portable data collector (hereinafter referred
to as “the MT90” or “the terminal”).
Documentation Set
The documentation set for the MT90 includes:
NLS-MT90 Portable Data Collector Quick Start:Describes how to get the NLS-MT90 up and running.
NLS-MT90 Portable Data Collector User Guide:Describes how to program and use the NLS-MT90.
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Chapter Descriptions
Chapter 1 About This Guide Provides general description of this manual.
Chapter 2 Getting Started Provides information on getting the MT90 up and running for the first
time.
Chapter 3 Basics Describes how to program the MT90 for the use of its basic features.
Chapter 4 Scanning Barcodes Provides the instructions as to how to scan 1D/2D barcodes and how
to program the scanner.
Chapter 5 Bluetooth Explains how to use Bluetooth functionality.
Chapter 6 Wi-Fi Explains how to use Wi-Fi functionality.
Chapter 7Admin Tool Explains how to use the admin tool.
Chapter 8Whitelist Manager Explains how to use the whitelist management tool.
Chapter 9 Others Explains how to use Camera
Chapter 10System Update Explains how to update the system.
Chapter 11App Development Guide Describes the app development environment and the use of
non-standard interfaces.
Chapter 13 Maintenance & Troubleshooting Provides troubleshooting solutions for issues that might occur
whenusing the MT90.
More Information
For more product and support information, please visit our web site:http://www.newlandaidc.com.
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Chapter 2Getting Started
Introduction
This chapter lists the parts and accessories for the MT90 and explains how to install, remove and charge the battery, and
power on the MT90 for the first time.
Unpacking
Carefully remove all protective material from the pack and verify that the following
1x NLS-MT90portable data collector
1x USB cable
1x AC adapter for the MT90
1x Li-Polymerbattery
1x Hand strap
1x Quick Start manual
Accessories (Optional)
Cradle for the MT90
DC charging cable
Pistol grip
items are present:
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Getting Started
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Volume+
2
Volume-
3
Left Scan Key
4
Cradle Connector (optional)
5
Micro USB Port
6
Microphone
7
Keypad
8
Front Camera (optional)
9
Earpiece
10
Light/Proximity Sensors
11
Red/Blue LEDs
The MT90
4
12
Scan Window
13
Flashlight (optional)
14
Power Key
15
Rear Camera (optional)
16
User-defined Key
17
Right Scan Key
18
Battery Cover Latch
19
Battery Cover
20
Speaker
21
Headphone Jack Cover
22
Expansion Port (optional)
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Menu Key
2
Home Key
3
Scan Key
4
Return Key
Keypad
The MT90 has 10 keys, with Menu/Home/Scan/Return keys on the front panel, Volume+/Volume-/Scan keys on the left
side and Power/User-defined/Scan key on the right side.
Menu Key:Press it to display the menu related to an on-screen item.
Home Key:Press it to go to the first Main Screen.
Press and hold the key to display the app(s) most recently used. Tap an app to open it.
Function Key:Use it to scan barcodes.
Return Key:Press it to go back to the previous screen.
Except the Power key, other keys are user programmable.
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LEDs on the MT90
Scan/Decode
BlueLED flashes once
Good read
Charging/BatteryStatuses
Blue LED on
Fully charged
RedLED on
Charging in progress
Red LED flashes constantly
Low-battery alert
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Installing the Battery
Step 1: Slide the battery cover latch to the unlock position and remove the cover.
Step 2: Insert the battery as indicated into the battery compartment, with its metal contacts facing down and lining up with the
metal contacts on the inside of the terminal.
Removing the Battery
Step 1: Hold down the Power key for 5 seconds and then tap “Power off” to turn off the terminal. Slide the battery cover
latch to the unlock position and remove the cover.
Step 2: Remove the battery.
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LEDs on the MT90
Blue LED on
Fully charged
Red LED on
Charging in progress
Red LED flashes constantly
Low-battery alert
Charging the Battery
Charge with AC adapter: Connect the MT90 to a power outlet using the included AC adapter. When the terminal’s
battery is less than 5%, it takes about 5 hours to fully charge it (The terminal is shut down or in sleep mode).
Note: Low battery may result in malfunction of the terminal. Before your first use, charge the battery for at least 6 hours.
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LEDs on the MT90
Blue LED on
Fully charged
Red LED on
Charging in progress
Red LED flashes constantly
Low-battery alert
Charging LED on the cradle
Red LED on
Charging in progress
Green LED on
Fully charged
Charge with cradle
Method 1: Insert the MT90 into the charging slot on the cradle. Connect the cradle to a power outlet using the included
AC adapter.
Note:When the battery is dead or juice too low to power on the MT90, charge the terminal for 15 minutes before using it.
Method 2: Insert the battery into the battery compartment on the cradle. Connect the cradle to a power outlet using the
included AC adapter.
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