Zebra iX-101 B2 Instruction Manual

XSLATE B10

Model iX101B2

User’s Guide

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has made every effort to ensure
the accuracy and completeness of this document;
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY according to FCC Part
15, IC ICES-003, and RTT&E directives Responsible
Party Name: Xplore Technologies Corp. of America

Address: 8601 Ranch Road 2222, Bldg 2
Austin, TX 78730 USA

Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Declares that product: Model Series: iX101B2 complies
with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This device complies
with Part 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.

WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not
expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance may void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment. For more information about FCC, IC,
and EU rules and their applicability to the iX101B2,
see, “Agency Notes” on page 21.

The iX101B2 is backed by a standard 36-month
International Limited Warranty. An extended
International Limited Warranty is available. Check the
service kit included with your computer for warranty
terms and conditions.

PN 95-01211 Rev. A
Revision Date: 15 August 2015

Contents

Chapter 1 Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Welcome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

ENERGY STAR® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

About Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Contacting Xplore: Service and Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Chapter 2 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

LED and Camera Status Indicator Table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Chapter 3 Using the Tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Suspend Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Resume Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Touch Screen Input Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

EMR Pen Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Using the EMR Pen to Perform Mouse Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Changing the EMR Pen Double-Click Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Calibrating the EMR Pen and Touch Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Chapter 4 Maintaining the Tablet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Caring for the Tablet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Checking Power Cords and Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Protecting the Computer from Damages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Storing the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Caring for the Display Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Protecting the Computer Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Removing the Screen Protector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Installing a New Screen Protector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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Chapter 5 Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Chapter 6 Hardware Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Chapter 7 Agency Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

FCC Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

WLAN: (Wi-Fi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

RF Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Health and Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

5G Functionality. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

WLAN BGN Functionality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

WWAN Support Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

DOC (Industry Canada Notices) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Notice to Users of Radio and Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

UL Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

System Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Chapter 8 Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Environmental Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Risk Reduction and Prevention Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Continuous Improvement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Take Back and Recycling Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Environmental and Sustainability Corporate Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Contacting Xplore: Service and Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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Welcome

Welcome

Welcome to the Xplore Technologies XSLATE B10 tablet, the rugged tablet designed, tested,
and manufactured to meet the environmental and physical real-world challenges faced by
today’s mobile workers. Based on years of experience in rugged mobile applications, the
B10 is designed to withstand the abuses of everyday wear and tear. Advanced technology,
innovative design, and a rugged case are just a few highlights of your B10 system.

NOTE: This handbook assumes that you have basic experience using Microsoft Windows 7 or

Microsoft Window 8.1.

1

Important Safety Information

Before you use the XSLATE B10 (referred to as the tablet), read these safety instructions and
the operation instructions in this handbook.

Failure to observe all these instructions voids the Limited Warranty and may lead to
suspension or denial of services to the offender, or legal action, or both.

Follow any special regulations governing the use of the tablet and, if radio-enabled, always
switch it off in areas where radio devices are forbidden or when the radio device can cause
interference or danger.

Always follow any safety laws and regulations pertaining to the use of cell phones and two­way radios, because these laws and regulations typically apply to the use of the wireless­enabled tablet.

Observe all restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots (fuel storage and
distribution areas), chemical plants, and wherever blasting operations are in progress or in
any area in which restrictions on radio transmissions are imposed. When flying in an aircraft,
turn off the tablet PC prior to take-off and landing. As of this writing, the FAA has approved

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the use of personal electronic devices on commercial aircraft when flying above 10,000ft
(3,048m). The tablet PC should only be turned on only when directed by the flight crew
members as FAA regulations are subject to change.

Operating the wireless-enabled tablet may interfere with the functioning of inadequately
protected medical devices such as pacemakers. Consult a physician or the manufacturer of
the medical device if you have any questions.

Radio signals from your tablet will not affect the operation of most modern equipment, but
certain electronic equipment, including automotive systems, may not be shielded against
radio signals from your tablet. Check with the manufacturer of your motor vehicle or the
manufacturer’s representative to determine whether using the tablet will present any safety
issues.

Avoid using the tablet in any environment that requires your full attention, such as when
driving a vehicle. If you need to use your tablet while driving, have a passenger use it for you
or find a safe location to halt your vehicle.

WAR NING: Use only battery types specified in this handbook. Using any other type of

battery can be dangerous and can disable the tablet. Do not drop or mishandle the
batteries, immerse them in water, or subject them to high heat. Doing so could increase the
risk of explosion or leakage, and possibly cause injury. The lithium-ion batteries used in this
equipment contain material that is hazardous to your health. If battery contents come in
contact with the eyes, IMMEDIATELY flush the affected area with clean water for 15 minutes
and have someone else summon medical attention for you. Unaffected persons should
assist the affected individual in the vital first flushing of the eyes. RECHARGING THE
BATTERY MUST ONLY BE CARRIED OUT IN A NON-HAZERDOUS AREA USING THE SUPPLIED
AC ADAPTOR. The definition of hazardous areas can be found in Standard EN 60079-10.

WAR NING: When operating the tablet in a known explosive environment do not remove

or replace the battery while the circuit is live. Before removing the battery verify that the
area is known to be free of ignitable concentrations of flammable substances. EXPLOSION
HAZARD – DO NOT DISCONNECT WHILE CIRCUIT IS LIVE UNLESS AREA IS KNOWN TO BE
NON-HAZERDOUS.
AVERISSEMENT – RISQUE D’EXPLOSION. NE PAS DÉBRANCHER TANT QUE LE CIRCUIT EST
SOUS TENSION, À MOINS QU’IL NE S’AGISSE D’UN EMPLACEMENT NON DANGEREUX.

WAR NING: EXPLOSION HAZARD - DO NOT REPLACE THE BATTERY UNLESS POWER HAS

BEEN SWITCHED OFF OR THE AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NON-HAZARDOUS;
AVERTISSEMENT - RISQUE D’EXPLOSION - COUPER LE COURANT OU S’ASSURER QUE
L’EMPLACEMENT EST DESIGNE NON DANGEREUX AVANT DE REPLACER LE BATTERY.

WAR NING: EXPLOSION HAZARD - SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR

SUITABILITY FOR CLASS I, DIVISION 2;
AVERTISSEMENT - RISQUE D’EXPLOSION - LA SUBSTITUTIOND E COMPOSANTSP EUTR
ENDRE CE MATERIEL INACCEPTABLE POUR LES EMPLACEMENTS DE CLASSE I, DIVISION 2;

WAR NING: EXPLOSION HAZARD - DO NOT DISCONNECT EQUIPMENT UNLESS POWER HAS

BEEN SWITCHED OFF OR THE AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NON-HAZARDOUS.
AVERTISSEMENT - RISQUE D’EXPLOSION - AVANT DE DECONNECTER L’EQUIPEMENT,
COUPER LE COURANT OU S’ASSURER QUE L’EMPLACEMENT EST DESIGNE NON DANGEREUX.

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WAR NING: THIS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT IS SUITABLE FOR USE IN CLASS

I, DIVISION 2, GROUPS A, B, C, AND D OR NON-HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS ONLY;
AVERTISSEMENT - CET ÈQUIPMENT INFORMATIQUE CONVIENT Á UNE UTILISATION AUX
EMPLACEMENTS DE CLASSE I, DIVISION 2, GROUPES A, B, C, ET D OU AUX EMPLACEMENTS
NON DANGEREUX SEULEMENT.

WAR NING: Do not use any dock or any other accessory or attachment that is not

manufactured or supplied by Xplore or an authorized Xplore accessories supplier. Use of
any accessory or attachment that is not supplied or approved for use with the tablet by
Xplore is not permitted because it may cause hazards.

Operate the tablet only from Xplore approved power sources. (See Power on page 20 for
more information about the battery and power supply.) Route power supply cords so that
they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay
particular attention to cords at plugs and convenience receptacles, and at the point where
cords exit from the tablet or its dock. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles because this can cause fire or electric shock.

Unplug the tablet and refer the tablet and dock for service to qualified service personnel if
any of the following conditions occur:

• The power supply cord or plug is damaged.

• The tablet or dock does not operate normally when you follow the instructions in this

book.

• The tablet or dock exhibits a distinct change in performance.

Adjust only controls for which there are instructions in this book. An improper adjustment
of other controls can result in damage and may require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the tablet or dock to normal operation.

CAUTION: Avoid prolonged physical contact with the exposed metal surfaces on the front

and back of the tablet. While the tablet may not feel hot to the touch, prolonged physical
contact with the tablet surface may cause low-heat injury.

ENERGY STAR®

The default power management settings on this PC are:

• Go into Sleep mode within 15 minutes of inactivity.

• Turn off the display within 5 minutes of inactivity.

This PC is ENERGY STAR® compliant. The power management settings
enabled by default on this PC have been selected for compliance with the
current ENERGY STAR requirements. For optimal energy savings, ENERGY
STAR recommends that Sleep mode is entered within 30 minutes of user
inactivity, and the display is turned off within 15 minutes of user
inactivity.

Move the mouse or press any key on the keyboard to wake this computer from Sleep mode.

Chapter 1 Welcome ENERGY STAR® 3

To learn more about effective power management for computers and the financial savings
potential, energy savings potential, and environmental benefits, please visit http://
www.energystar.gov/powermanagement.

To learn more about how your organization can benefit by reducing the energy
consumption of their IT equipment, please visit the Low Carbon IT Campaign website.

About Your Computer

The XSLATE B10 is a high-performance tablet that runs on Microsoft® Windows® operating
system. The method you use to control the tablet is as follows:

Tablet Mode l:

• iX101B2

Tablet Name :

• XSLATE B10

Input Technology:

• Electro-Magnetic Resonance (EMR) Technology Pen

• Capacitive Touch

NOTE: In this handbook, all information applies to all models unless otherwise noted.

All B10 tablets have been engineered and tested to meet Military Standards for
Environmental Extremes (MIL STD 810G). Your tablet includes the following features that
make it exceptionally rugged and durable:

• Durable, long-lasting, plastic enclosure

• Interior magnesium alloy frame

• Corner bumper system and gasket protection mechanisms

• Solid State mass storage

• Chemically treated rugged Display Glass

Package Contents

Check to make sure your package includes the following items:

• Quick Start Guide

• AC adapter

• XSLATE B10 tablet

• Warranty information kit

Optional Accessories

Your package may also include any optional accessories you ordered.

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Docking Options:

• Vehicle Docking Station

• Desktop Docking Station

Carrying Options:

• Carrying handle with Stylus and Shoulder Strap

• Tablet backside hand-strap

Additional Accessories (Optional):

• CAC reader expansion bay

• 1D2D bar code scanner

• Auto adapter (cigarette lighter adapter)

• Extended Battery

• Extended Battery Bracket with Kickstand

• Kensington Lock Slot

• Screen Protector

• True Serial Cable

Contacting Xplore: Service and Questions

NOTE: To troubleshoot problems, before you call, read the FAQ page of the Xplore Technologies

web site. Go to http://www.xploretech.com; then select Customer Support; then FAQ.

If you purchased your tablet from an authorized Xplore dealer, contact the dealer for service
and support.

If you purchased your tablet directly from Xplore, use any of the following methods to
contact Xplore for service and support:

Website: http://www.xploretech.com

E-mail: [e-mail]

Toll free: 1-866-296-8541

Fax: [phone]

Before you contact Xplore, have the following information ready so that the customer
support representative can quickly provide a solution:

• Product name: XSLATE B10

• Product serial number (located on the back of the tablet)

• Conditions under which the problem occurred

• Any error messages that were displayed

• Type of device connected, if any

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Getting Started

Auto Light

Front Camera

Built-in

System/Battery

Home Button

Reset Switch

Built-in
Microphone

Microphone

Sensor

Status Indicator

Fingerprint
Reader

SSD Activity
Indicator

System Overview

This chapter gives you an overview of your tablet and includes a quick-start guide.

Front View

2

Built-in Microphone Enables audio input

Front Camera HD Video front-facing camera for video conferencing, video capture or

System Status Indicator Indicates the computer status (on, off ) and battery status (charging)

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still picture capture

Home Button Home Button for easy navigation within the Microsoft Windows

Camera Flash Rear-facing Camera

Device
Information

Expansion

Speaker

Serial Number Label

EMR Pen

Rear
Cover

Fan Inlet

Expansion Battery Port Cover

Port Cove

EMR Pen
Clips

environment

Auto Light Sensor Detects ambient light conditions

SSD Access Indicator Indicates SSD activity

Reset Switch Enables you to turn off the computer when using the Power/Resume

key is not effective

WAR NIN G: Use of the reset switch could cause software corruption to

occur.

Back View

Camera Flash Light for the rear-facing camera for dim light conditions

Rear-facing Camera 8 Mega Pixel rear-facing camera with flash, for high quality still

photography or HD Video environment

Fan Inlet Allows for intake of air into the system - Do not block

Device Information Provides user with Model Number and other regulatory

I/O Port Door Input/Output door

Speaker Integrated speaker for audio playback

Expansion Port Cover Enables connection of expansion modules with additional

Expansion Battery Port
Cover

EMR Pen Clips Allows for secure placement of the pen when not in use

Rear Cover Provides access to the internal battery, WWAN module, and

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information

functionality

Exposes interface to expansion battery

SSD