ScanPal Series
ScanPal EDA60K-0 Handheld Computer
Android™ 7.1
User Guide
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Table of Contents
1 Product Features of ScanPal EDA60K-0 Handheld Computer ................................... 1
About EDA60K-0 Handheld Computer .............................................................................. 2
Battery ............................................................................................................................... 6
Charging ....................................................................................................................... 6
Replacing batteries ....................................................................................................... 7
Battery icon ................................................................................................................. 11
Changing power indicators ......................................................................................... 13
Checking the remaining battery capacity ................................................................... 14
Battery life and maintenance ...................................................................................... 14
Battery maintenance recommendations and safety protection measures ................. 15
Enabling Airplane Mode ............................................................................................. 15
Power on ......................................................................................................................... 16
Unlocking the screen ....................................................................................................... 16
Scanning Indicator ........................................................................................................... 17
Backlight for Setting Screen ............................................................................................ 17
Backlight for Setting Button ............................................................................................. 18
Audio features ................................................................................................................. 18
Adjusting the ringtone volume for calls and messages .............................................. 18
Enabling vibration mode ............................................................................................. 19
Audio settings ............................................................................................................. 21
Inserting SD card ............................................................................................................. 22
Fire transfer ..................................................................................................................... 23
How to view files on EDA60K-0 ....................................................................................... 23
EDA60K-0 Accessories ................................................................................................... 24
2 Chapter 2: User Interface and Application ................................................................. 25
User interface .................................................................................................................. 26
The main interface ...................................................................................................... 26
Status bar icons .......................................................................................................... 28
Key mapping ............................................................................................................... 28
Viewing system messages ......................................................................................... 30
Managing system mesages ........................................................................................ 30
Personalizing the main interface ................................................................................ 31
Customizing common applications ............................................................................. 31
Touch screen gestures ............................................................................................... 31
Setting timezones ....................................................................................................... 32
Honeywell applications .................................................................................................... 33
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Download Enterprise Application Lock (Applock) ........................................................... 34
Unlocking developer options ........................................................................................... 34
3 Scanning Function ........................................................................................................ 35
Scan Function.................................................................................................................. 36
How to transfer data via Android keyboard input ....................................................... 36
Changing scan settings .............................................................................................. 37
Restoring default scan settings .................................................................................. 38
Scanner default settings ............................................................................................. 38
Scanning barcodes .......................................................................................................... 44
4 Keyboard and Input ....................................................................................................... 45
Keyboard Layout ............................................................................................................. 45
Special character input .................................................................................................... 46
Using Input Mode ............................................................................................................ 47
5 Configuring Handheld Computer ................................................................................. 48
Handheld Computer configurations ................................................................................. 49
Setting launch applications ......................................................................................... 49
Structure of the Application Settings .......................................................................... 49
Network communication .................................................................................................. 53
Connecting to Wi-Fi networks..................................................................................... 53
Connecting to a virtual private network ...................................................................... 56
Wireless Security ............................................................................................................. 57
Certificates .................................................................................................................. 57
Bluetooth communication ................................................................................................ 59
Pairing with a Bluetooth-enabled device .................................................................... 59
Configuring Bluetooth settings ................................................................................... 61
Renaming or disconnecting a paired device .............................................................. 61
Communication via serial port and USB ......................................................................... 61
6 Management and Maintenance .................................................................................... 62
Upgrading system software ............................................................................................. 63
Upgrading AutoInstall application ............................................................................... 63
Manually upgrading Recovery Menu .......................................................................... 63
Restarting the Handheld Computer ................................................................................. 64
Restarting the system ................................................................................................. 64
Restart factory settings ............................................................................................... 65
7 Specifications ................................................................................................................ 66
Physical and Environment Specifications ....................................................................... 66
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1 Product Features of
ScanPal EDA60K-0 Handheld
Computer
This chapter introduces the ScanPal EDA60K-0 handheld computer with
Android 7.1 OS, hereinafter abb. EDA60K-0 or handheld computer. User may
acknowledge the basic features, functions and other information about
accessories from this chapter.
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About EDA60K-0 Handheld Computer
Honeywell‟s ScanPal series handheld computers are smart terminals
primarily targeted at enterprise users. It provides, through its Android
OS, stable and secure enterprise data management and wireless
communication. The main features of EDA60K-0 are: large storage
capacity, high-capacity battery, stable scanning function and extreme
robustness.
• Android™ 7.1 OS.
• 2 GB dynamic RAM, 16GB flash memory.
• Sensitive 5-point capacitive touch screen, WVGA display
• High-performance scanner1.
• IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac.
• Bluetooth 4.1.
• High value-added software components support professional
imaging and optical character recognition (OCR) features2.
• Multiple 1.5m drops to concrete ground at normal temperature;
1,000 tumbles within 0.5m
• IP64 Ingress Protection.
• Reliable Micro SD slot that supports up to 32GB.
Note1 2: EDA60K-0 has N4313 and N5603 versions with different OCR functions due to different
configurations.
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EDA60K-0 front view
Power Indicator
Scan Indicator
Home Key
Delete Key
Caps Lock Key
Microphone jack
Function Key
Scan Button
Return Key
Tab Key
Return Key
Power Button
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EDA60K-0 side and bottom views
Left Side View
Right Side View
The
Bottom
Charging
contact
USB
cover
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EDA60K-0 rear view
Rear board
Scan
Engine
Extension
mounting
hole
Speaker
Battery
Battery Cover
Latch and
Button
Buckle
Handle
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Battery
EDA60K-0 uses 3.7V rechargeable lithium ion battery as its main
power supply. The battery capacity is 18.9 watt/hour. Battery life is
influenced by many factors, such as: screen brightness, the length of
time before the screen automatically go to sleep, input configurations,
extreme temperature and using behaviors, etc.
Honeywell suggests you to keep the battery charged to avoid data
loss. Change battery only after switching off the device as per normal.
Switch on the device after completing change of battery.
If you need to buy a replaceable battery, please contact regional
resellers.
Warning: Improper use of the battery of this device can cause a fire
or chemical burns. Please don't disassemble the battery or heat it
to 100 ° C (212 ° F) and above, or incinerate the battery. Make sure
waste batteries are properly disposed. Keep out of reach of the
children.
We would recommend using only Honeywell’s lithium battery; any
damage caused by use of non-Honeywell battery is not covered by
warranty.
Charging
Before using EDA60K-0, you need to make sure the battery (model
number AB18) is fully charged. You can charge the battery before or
after installing it to EDA60K-0. It will take about 5 hours for the battery
to be fully charged using original quad charger (cradle charger or
otherwise).
We would recommend using Honeywell’s original charger; any
damage caused by use of non-Honeywell charger is not covered by
warranty.
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Replacing batteries
When the battery power is low, you can charge it together with the
Handheld Computer, or replace it with a fully-charged battery.
1. Save all the files and close all running Apps.
2. Long press the Power key. Until the follow interface pop up:
3. Tap Power Off.
4. EDA60K-0 will ask whether to power off, tap Yes.
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After it's turned off, do as the following instructions manually:
1. Press the battery cover latch and button in the arrowhead direction
to unlock it;
2. Flip the battery out in the arrowhead direction;
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3. Put one end of battery onto limit slot, and flip in the battery in the
arrowhead direction;
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4. Press the back of battery in the arrowhead direction, till the
mechanism of battery-cover latch is locked; then the batter is
installed.
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Battery icon
Battery icon on the status bar shows the power status of the battery.
The following table only contains several of the icons. For detailed
information about battery life and power remained, please go to
Settings > Battery.
Battery icon
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Icon
Status
Battery power is 100% full
Battery power is 50% full
Battery power is too low. Replacing the battery right now.
The handheld computer has been connected to external power
supply for charging.
Batter failure occurs. Please replace the battery. If the failure
still exists, please contact Honeywell technical support.
Power indicator on the upper left corner of the Handheld Computer sh
ows the battery charging status. It can also be used as system messa
ge indicator. For detailed setting methods, please refer to http://devel
oper.android.com/guide/topics/ui/notifiers/notifications.html.
Default power indicator description
Connect to
power supply
Indicator status
Description
No
Flashing amber
(orange)
Battery power is less than 15%
No
No light
Battery power is higher than 15%
Yes
Stable amber (orange)
Battery power is between 0% to 60% full
Yes
Flashing green
Battery power is between 60% and 95% full
Yes
Stable green
Battery power is higher than 95% full
Yes/No
Flashing red
Battery failure
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Changing power indicators
If the default indicators for battery charging (flashing green) is
inappropriate for your environment, you can change the indicator.
In addition to changing the default power indicator, you can also select:
• Default Battery LED
• No Battery LED
If you prefer the indicator to be solid amber and to change to solid
green when in charging, you need to perform Default Battery LED
settings. If you prefer the indicator as message notification (application
or device management solution notification) indicator, you need to
select No Battery LED settings.
Default power indicator meanings
Connect to
power supply
Indicator status
Description
No
Flashing red
Battery power is less than 15% full
No
No light
Battery power is 15% or more
Yes
Stable red
Battery power is less than 15% full
Yes
Stable amber
Battery power is between 15% to 90% full
Yes
Stable green
Battery power is over 90% full
1. Tap All Applications > Settings > Honeywell BatteryLED
2. Select from the following options:
• Default Battery LED
• HSM Battery LED (Factory settings)
• No Battery LED
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Checking the remaining battery capacity
Except for the battery icon and power indicator, you can also get the
battery capacity information from Settings.
1. Tap All Applications > Settings.
2. Tap Battery. The current percentage of remaining battery capacity
and the remaining time will be displayed. The list will present the
power consumed by each application and service. For detailed
usage information, please tap the respective applications and
services in the list.
Battery life and maintenance
The battery will discharge slowly if it's placed outside of the Handheld
Computer. Honeywell Technical Support advises you to store battery
in recharger to maintain battery performance.
Tips for battery maintenance
If you have the
following needs:
Power saving plan:
Low power icon shows on
the screen or the power
indicator lights on when
the Handheld Computer
is in use
Long press the Power key and choose Turn Off. After the
Handheld Computer is tuned off, take out battery and replace
with a fully charged battery.
The Handheld Computer
will not be in use for 5
mins or more
Make sure no low power icon displayed and the power indicators
doesn't light on. Switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power
key.
The Handheld Computer
will be stored for more
than one day
If you need to store this Handheld Computer for several days
(like a weekend), you need to install a fully charged battery or
connect the Handheld Computer to the power supply.
If you need to store it for a longer time, remove the battery
and charge it. Put the Handheld Computer and the battery in a
shady and cool place after the battery is fully charged.
If the battery is to be stored for several months, regular
charging is needed for excellent battery performance.
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Store the battery outside
the Handheld Computer
Put the battery in the charger.
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Battery maintenance recommendations and safety
protection measures
• Fully charge the battery before using it. The battery is only partly
charged when get packed.
• Refer to the chapter "charging" to get the right process for battery
charging. Using the battery for other devices may cause damages
on the device or the battery.
• Avoid battery or Handheld Computer drops. If you suspect that a
battery or Handheld Computer fails, send it to Honeywell service
center for verification.
• This battery can only replace another AB18 battery. These
batteries have been tested and meet the appropriate safety
standards. If you need to replace the battery, please contact
Honeywell service representatives or the resellers.
• There are security risks in waste batteries. Before cleaning up the
battery, stick the poles with insulation tape.
• Do not modify the battery or attempt to insert foreign objects into
the battery.
• Do not solder directly to the battery poles.
• Do not short connect the battery and put the battery away from
metal objects.
• Do not drop or mechanically shock or extrude the battery.
• Do not disassemble or open the battery. Do not crush, bend or
deform the battery; Do not puncture, shred or burn the battery.
• Do not immerse the battery in water.
Enabling Airplane Mode
If you don't need to connect to any wireless network, you can enable
the airplane mode to turn off all wireless receivers to save power.
1. Tap Settings.
2. Tap More under Wireless & Networks.
3. Select Airplane Mode box to enable airplane mode.
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Power on
After the battery is fully charged and installed EDA60K-0, turn on it for
the first time:
Press down and then release the Power key.
Please note: after the installation instructions are completed, the
welcome interface will not appear again. The interface appears as
locked screen interface after each time you turn on the Handheld
Computer.
Unlocking the screen
Every time you turn on the Handheld Computer EDA60K-0, you need to
unlock the screen.
• Slide the lock icon to any edge of the screen to unlock it.
• After the EDA60K-0 is deployed, we suggest you to set password to
protect your Handheld Computer. Tap All Applications > Settings >
Security > Encryption.
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Scanning Indicator
The scanning indicator indicates the status of the scanner. For
barcode scanning method, please refer to the chapter "Scanning
barcodes".
Scanning indicator definition
Light of the indicator
Meanings
Green
Good read for the barcodes
Red
Barcodes reading failed
Backlight for Setting Screen
You can opt to set the backlight according to the needs of environment.
1. Tap Settings.
2. Press Display > Brightness.
3. Slide bar to adjust backlight brightness.
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