Zebra PS20 User Manual

PS20

Personal Shopper

Quick Start Guide

MN-003318-03

PS20 Personal Shopper Quick Start Guide

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Service Information

Before you use the unit, it must be configured to operate in your facility’s network and run your applications.

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If you have a problem using your equipment, contact your facility’s Technical or Systems Support. If there is a problem with
the equipment, they will contact the Zebra Global Customer Support at www.zebra.com/support.

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Configurations

This guide covers the following configurations:

Table 1 Configurations

Configuration Radios Display Memory

PS20 Base WLAN:

802.11
a/b/g/n/d/h/i/k
/r/v/ac

WPAN:
Bluetooth
v5.0

PS20 Plus WLAN:

802.11
a/b/g/n/d/h/i/k
/r/v/ac

WPAN:
Bluetooth
v5.0

WVGA 4.0”
color

WVGA 4.0”
color

4 GB RAM/16
GB Flash

4 GB RAM/16
GB Flash

Data Capture

Options

SE2100 No Android Open

SE4710 +
Digimarc

5 MP

Camera

Yes Android Open

Operating

System

Source
Project
(AOSP)/
Google
Mobile
Services
(GMS)

8.1

Source
Project
(AOSP)/
Google
Mobile
Services
(GMS)

8.1

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Scan Key

Touch Screen

LED Status

Camera

Microphone

Unpacking

Carefully remove all protective material from the device and save the shipping container for later storage and shipping.

Verify that the box contains all the equipment listed below:

• PS20 (includes lithium-ion battery)

• Regulatory Guide

Inspect the equipment for damage. If you are missing any equipment or if you find any damaged equipment, contact
Support immediately. See Service Information on page 2 for contact information.

Removing the Screen Protection Film

A screen protection film is applied to the PS20 screen to protect the screen during shipping. To remove the screen
protector, carefully lift the thin film off the touch screen display.

Features

Figure 1 Features - Front View

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Power Connector

Battery Cover

Speaker

Scan Exit
Window

Branding Plate Slot

Table 2 Features - Front View

Item Function

Microphone Use for audio input and SmartLens locationing. Allows shoppers to

speak to a store associate via push-to-talk or to a virtual assistant via
speech-to-text.

Camera With the front-facing camera, the device supports Visible Light

Communications (VLC) indoor positioning/locationing applications. In
addition, the camera is used for image/face recognition. Available on
Plus configurations.

LED Status Indicates the battery charge state while charging or the scan/decode

status.
Red: Barcode scan in progress (Scan key is pressed).
Single Green Blink: Successful decode.

Touch Screen Displays all information needed to operate the device.

Scan Key Use for trigger input for scanner or as a Select/Enter key.

Figure 2 Features - Back and Side View

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Table 3 Features - Back and Side View

Item Function

Scan Exit
Window

Speaker Provides audio output for video, music, notifications, and PTT.

Battery Cover Encloses the battery and attaches to the device’s handle.

Power/Cradle
I/OConnector

Branding Plate
Slot

Provides data capture using the scanner.

Provides charging via cradle and cradle communication to lock/unlock
the cradle slots. Use to perform a hard reset with the terminal reboot
tool.

Provides space for custom logo.

Setup

To start using the device for the first time:

• Charge the battery to at least 30% capacity.

NOTE When the device is shipped from the factory, it is placed into Ship Mode, where the device enters its

lowest possible power state. The device can exit Ship Mode by docking it in a powered cradle or in a
powered USB cable. Fully charging the battery pack to 100% is recommended immediately after exiting
ship mode to calibrate the state of charge.

Charging the Battery

To charge the battery:

1. Ensure the cradle is connected to the appropriate power source.

2. Insert the PS20 into a cradle.

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Figure 3 Single Slot Cradle

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Figure 4 Three Slot Cradle

The battery charges 0 to 90% depending on the following conditions, measured at room temperature:

• When connected to a 1.0 cradle (normal charge mode), charge time is less than four hours.

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• When connected to a 1.5 cradle (fast charge mode), charge time is less than three hours.

NOTE To charge the battery in the device, it is recommended to use a charging cradle instead of the USB cable,

since it is more time efficient.

LED Status Indicators

By default, the charging LED indication is disabled.

To enable the charging LED indication:

1. Swipe down from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .

2. Touch Display.

3. Touch Charging LED. The option switch turns green.

4. Touch .

Table 4 LED Status Indicators

LED State Indication

Imaging

Off Normal operation or PS20 is turned off.

Red Imaging in progress (Scan key is pressed).

Single Green Blink Successful decode.

Charging (PS20 docked in cradle)

Off Power not applied to cradle.

PS20 not inserted properly.

Charging LED feature disabled.

Blinking Green Charging.

Solid Green Charging complete.

Blinking Red Charging error, for example:

• Temperature is too low or too high.

• Charging has gone on too long without completion (typically eight

hours).

Installing the Battery

To install the battery:

1. Loosen the captive screw that secures the battery cover, using a Phillips (PH00) screwdriver.

2. Lift the battery cover from the handle.

3. Guide and press the battery cable connector into the shrouded male pin connector inside the battery compartment. The

connector is designed to only fit one way.

4. Place the battery inside the battery compartment.

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Battery Cover

Battery

Battery
Compartment

Battery Cable
Connector

Shrouded Male
Pin Connector

Battery
Compartment

5. Place the battery cover onto the handle.

6. Secure the battery cover with the screw, using a Phillips (PH00)screwdriver.

Figure 5 Installing the Battery

Removing the Battery

To remove the battery:

1. Touch and hold the soft power button until the menu appears.

2. Touch Power Off.

3. Touch OK.

4. Loosen the captive screw that secures the battery cover, using a Phillips (PH00)screwdriver.

5. Lift the battery cover from the handle.

6. Inside the battery compartment, press down the plastic tab of the battery cable connector and slide it out of the

7. Remove the battery from the battery compartment.

CAUTION The PS20 must be off before removing the battery. Failing to turn off the PS20 before removing the

battery may damage the data stored on flash memory or corrupt the operating system files.

shrouded male pin connector.

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Figure 6 Remove the Battery

Press down plastic tab to release

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Compatibility

The table below displays compatibility between the PS20 and MC18 devices and accessories.

Table 5 Compatibility

PS20

Batteries

PS20 Yes No Yes

MC18 No Yes Yes

MC18

Batteries

MC18

Cradles

• PS20 PowerPrecision+ batteries are compatible with all PS20 devices and MC18 Single Slot and Three Slot

cradles.

• PS20 PowerPrecision+ batteries are not compatible with MC18 devices.

• MC18 PowerPrecision+ batteries are not compatible with PS20 devices.

Battery Comparison

The table below displays a comparison of the PS20 batteries with the MC18 batteries.

Table 6 Battery Comparison

Feature MC18 PS20

Battery Type PowerPrecision+ PowerPrecision+

Battery Capacity 2,725 mAh 3,500 mAh

Charging Mode Standard and Fast Standard and Fast

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Charging the PS20

Use one of the following accessories to charge the PS20.

Table 7 Charging Cradles

Description Part Number

DC

Cable

Cables

Interconnect

Cable

Extension

Cable

Single Slot Cradle CRD-MC18-1SLOT-01 CBL-DC-394A1-01

CBL-DC-393A1-02
CBL-DC-392A1-02

High Density (HD) Three Slot Cradle
(Locking)

High Density (HD) Three Slot Cradle
(Non-Locking)

Super High Density (HD) Three Slot
Cradle (Locking)

NOTE Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in the PS20 Product Reference Guide.

1. To charge the battery, connect the charging accessory to the appropriate power source.

2. Insert the PS20 into a cradle. The PS20 turns on and begins charging.

CRD-MC18-3SLCKH-01 CBL-DC-394A1-01

CBL-DC-393A1-02
CBL-DC-392A1-02

CRD-MC18-SLOTH-01 CBL-DC-394A1-01

CBL-DC-393A1-02
CBL-DC-392A1-02

CRD-MC18-3SLCKS-01 CBL-DC-394A1-01

CBL-DC-393A1-02
CBL-DC-392A1-02

Charging Temperature

25-66431-01R
25-66430-01R

25-66431-01R
25-66430-01R

25-66431-01R
25-66430-01R

25-66431-01R
25-66430-01R

_____

CBL-MC18­EXINT1-01

CBL-MC18­EXINT1-01

CBL-MC18­EXINT1-01

Charge batteries in temperatures from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). The device or cradle always performs battery charging
in a safe and intelligent manner. At higher temperatures (e.g. approximately +37°C (+98°F)) the device or cradle may for
small periods of time alternately enable and disable battery charging to keep the battery at acceptable temperatures. The
device and cradle indicates when charging is disabled due to abnormal temperatures via its LED.

Releasing the PS20 from the Charging Cradles

Use one of the following methods to release the PS20 from the charging cradles:

• Software Release Using the Menu

• Software Release Using the Cradle Utility

• Manual Release using a Release Key.

Software Release Using the Menu

The PS20 cradles contain a locking mechanism that locks the PS20 inside the cradle when docked. The PS20 releases
from the cradle when a software command is received from the system.

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To remove the PS20 from the cradle using the menu:

1. Touch and hold the soft power button until the menu appears.

2. Touch Cradle unlock. The cradle unlocks the PS20.

3. Remove the PS20 from the cradle.

Software Release Using the Cradle Utility

The PS20 cradles contain a locking mechanism that locks the PS20 inside the cradle when docked. The PS20 releases
from the cradle when a software command is received from the system.

To remove the PS20 from the cradle using the Cradle Utility:

1. On the Home screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen.

2. Touch CradleUtility.

3. Tap the CRADLE UNLOCK tab to set the cradle unlock information.

4. Touch Unlock Cradle.

Manual Release Using a Release Key

The PS20 cradles contain a locking mechanism that locks the PS20 inside the cradle when docked. If the PS20 fails to
unlock during normal operation, use a release key (KT-MC18-CKEY-20) to unlock the PS20.

CAUTION Do not use any device to unlock the cradle other than the tools described below. Failure to comply

could result in damage to the cradle and void the warranty.

Manual Release of the PS20 from the Single Slot Cradle

To release a locked PS20 from a Single Slot Cradle:

1. Insert the release key into the slot located at the bottom side of the cradle.

2. While pressing the release key all the way into the slot, remove the PS20 from the cradle.

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Release Key

Release Key

Figure 7 Manual Release of PS20 from a Single Slot Cradle

Manual Release of the PS20 from the Three Slot Cradle

To release a locked PS20 from a Three Slot Cradle:

1. Insert the release key straight into the slot, to a point where the bend stops.

2. Hold the release key pressed inside the slot and remove the PS20 from the slot.

Figure 8 Manual Release of the PS20 from a Three Slot Cradle

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Installing the USB Cable Battery Cover

Use the USB Cable Battery Cover to connect the device to a host computer.

To install the USB Cable Battery Cover:

1. Remove the standard battery cover that comes installed on the device, if it is not already removed.

a. Loosen the captive screw that secures the battery cover, using a Phillips (PH00)screwdriver.

b. Lift the battery cover from the handle.

2. Slide the tab on the top of the USB Cable Battery Cover into the slot on the back of the device.

Figure 9 Install USB Cable Battery Cover - Top

3. Push the bottom of the USB Cable Battery Cover down, until it snaps into place.

Figure 10 Install USB Cable Battery Cover - Bottom

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Removing the USB Cable Battery Cover

To remove the USB Cable Battery Cover:

1. Squeeze the left and right tabs in on the bottom of the USB Cable Battery Cover.

2. Lift the bottom of the USB Cable Battery Cover up.

3. Slide the top of the USB Cable Battery Cover out to remove.

Figure 11 Remove USB Cable Batter Cover

Soft Holster

The soft holster provides a holder for the MC18/PS20 and allows for wearing the device on the hip, using a belt clip, or
crossbody, using the detachable shoulder strap.

Always place the device with the correct orientation when using the soft holster with a belt clip or shoulder strap, as shown
in the following diagrams.

Using the Belt Clip

To attach the soft holster to a belt or waist band:

1. Secure the belt clip on the soft holster, if it is not already attached.

Figure 12 Secure Belt Clip on Soft Holster

2. Secure the belt clip on the belt or waistband.

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Figure 13 Secure Belt Clip on Belt

3. To insert the device, slide the device into the soft holster, with the screen facing the user.

Figure 14 Insert Device

4. Secure the device with the restraining strap and place over the device and hook to secure in place.

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Figure 15 Secure with Strap

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5. To remove the device, lift the restraining strap to release. Lift the device out of the soft holster.

Using the Shoulder Strap

To attach the soft holster to a shoulder strap:

1. Connect the clips on the shoulder strap to the rings on the soft holster, if not already attached.

2. Place the shoulder strap over your head and rest on your shoulder.

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Figure 16 Shoulder Strap

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3. Lift the strap and insert the device into the soft holster, with the screen facing the user.

4. Secure the device with the restraining strap and place over the device and hook to secure in place.

Scanning

To scan a barcode:

1. Launch a scanning application.

2. Press the Scan key and aim the device at a barcode.

3. Adjust the position of the device so that the:

• Red aiming dot appears at the center of the barcode on devices with the SE4710 imager.

• White LED appears around the barcode on devices with the SE2100 imager.

Ensure the barcode is within the area formed by the aiming pattern. On devices with the SE4710 imager, the aiming
dot is used for increased visibility in bright lighting conditions.

4. Press the Scan key.

The Status LED illuminates red. Upon successful decode, the Status LED changes from red to green and an audible
beep sounds.

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Figure 17 SE4710 Imager Decode Mode

Figure 18 SE4710 Imager Picklist Mode

NOTE Picklist Mode is only available on the PS20 with the SE4710 imager. When the PS20 is in Picklist Mode,

the imager does not decode the barcode until the crosshair or aiming dot touches the barcode.

Figure 19 SE2100 Imager Decode Mode

5. Release the Scan key.

The barcode data displays on the screen.

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Ergonomic Considerations

Taking breaks and task rotation is recommended.

Avoid Bending

Figure 20 Avoid Bending

Avoid Reaching

Figure 21 Avoid Reaching

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Avoid Extreme Wrist Angles

Figure 22 Avoid Extreme Wrist Angles

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