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TC51
Touch Computer
User Guide
for Android ™ 7.1.2 Nougat
MN-003138-04
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Copyright
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Revision History
Changes to the original guide are listed below:
Change Date Description
-01 Rev A 10/2017 Initial release.
-02 Rev. A 8/2018 Update cleaning procedures.
-03 Rev. A 12/2019 Updated battery information in Charging the Battery section.
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Copyright ........................................................................................................................................... 2
Terms of Use .................................................................................................................................... 2
Revision History ................................................................................................................................ 2
About This Guide
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 10
Documentation Set ......................................................................................................................... 10
Configurations ................................................................................................................................. 10
Software Versions ........................................................................................................................... 11
Chapter Descriptions ...................................................................................................................... 11
Notational Conventions ................................................................................................................... 11
Related Documents ........................................................................................................................ 12
Service Information ......................................................................................................................... 12
Provide Documentation Feedback .................................................................................................. 13
Getting Started
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 14
Unpacking ....................................................................................................................................... 14
Features .......................................................................................................................................... 15
Setup ............................................................................................................................................... 17
Installing a microSD Card ......................................................................................................... 17
Installing the Battery .................................................................................................................. 19
Charging the Battery ................................................................................................................. 20
Charging Indicators ................................................................................................................... 21
Google Account Setup .............................................................................................................. 21
Replacing the Battery ...................................................................................................................... 21
Replacing the microSD Card .......................................................................................................... 23
Accessing Device Settings .............................................................................................................. 24
Battery Management ....................................................................................................................... 24
Monitor Battery Usage .............................................................................................................. 24
Low Battery Notification ............................................................................................................ 25
Battery Optimization .................................................................................................................. 26
Turning Off the Radios ........................................................................................................ 26
Setting the Date and Time .............................................................................................................. 26
Display Setting ................................................................................................................................ 27
Setting the Screen Brightness ................................................................................................... 27
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Setting Screen Rotation ............................................................................................................ 27
Setting Home Screen Rotation .................................................................................................. 27
Setting Screen Timeout Setting ................................................................................................ 28
Setting Font Size ....................................................................................................................... 28
Ambient Display ........................................................................................................................ 29
Touch Panel Mode .................................................................................................................... 29
Setting Notification LED ............................................................................................................ 30
Cast ........................................................................................................................................... 30
General Sound Setting .................................................................................................................... 30
Wake-Up Sources ........................................................................................................................... 32
Using the TC51
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 34
Google Mobile Services .................................................................................................................. 34
Home Screen .................................................................................................................................. 35
Status Bar ................................................................................................................................. 36
Status Icons ........................................................................................................................ 36
Notification Icons ................................................................................................................. 37
Managing Notifications .............................................................................................................. 38
Setting Application Notifications .......................................................................................... 39
Viewing Notification Settings for All Apps ........................................................................... 39
Controlling Lock Screen Notifications ................................................................................. 39
Quick Access Panel .................................................................................................................. 39
Edit Icons on Quick Settings ............................................................................................... 40
Application Shortcuts and Widgets ........................................................................................... 41
Adding an Application to the Home Screen ........................................................................ 41
Adding a Widget to the Home Screen ................................................................................. 41
Moving Items on the Home Screen ..................................................................................... 41
Removing an Application Shortcut or Widget from the Home Screen ................................ 41
Folders ...................................................................................................................................... 42
Creating a Folder ................................................................................................................ 42
Naming Folders ................................................................................................................... 42
Removing a Folder .............................................................................................................. 42
Home Screen Wallpaper ........................................................................................................... 42
Using the Touchscreen ................................................................................................................... 43
Keyboards ....................................................................................................................................... 43
Editing Text ............................................................................................................................... 43
Entering Numbers, Symbols and Special Characters ......................................................... 43
Configuring the Keyboard ......................................................................................................... 44
AOSP Keyboard .................................................................................................................. 44
GMS Keyboard .................................................................................................................... 44
Do Not Disturb Feature ................................................................................................................... 44
Limit Sounds and Vibrations ..................................................................................................... 44
Total Silence ....................................................................................................................... 44
Alarms Only ......................................................................................................................... 45
Priority Notifications Only .................................................................................................... 45
Automatically Block Sounds and Vibrations .................................................................................... 46
Silence Sounds During Certain Times ...................................................................................... 46
Silence Sounds During Events and Meetings ........................................................................... 46
Turn Sounds Back On ............................................................................................................... 46
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Override Do Not Disturb for Specific Apps ................................................................................ 46
Applications ..................................................................................................................................... 47
Accessing Applications ............................................................................................................. 50
Switching Between Recent Applications ................................................................................... 51
Un-Locking the Screen ................................................................................................................... 52
Resetting the Device ....................................................................................................................... 56
Performing a Soft Reset ............................................................................................................ 56
Performing a Hard Reset .......................................................................................................... 56
Suspend Mode ................................................................................................................................ 57
Transferring Files with a Host Computer via USB .......................................................................... 58
Transferring Files using Media Transfer Protocol ..................................................................... 58
Transferring Files using Photo Transfer Protocol ...................................................................... 58
Disconnect from the Host Computer ......................................................................................... 59
Applications
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 60
ActiveEdge Touch Zone .................................................................................................................. 60
Battery Manager ............................................................................................................................. 64
File Browser .................................................................................................................................... 67
Contacts .......................................................................................................................................... 69
Adding a Contact ....................................................................................................................... 69
Editing Contacts ........................................................................................................................ 69
Deleting Contacts ...................................................................................................................... 69
Camera ........................................................................................................................................... 70
Taking Photos ........................................................................................................................... 70
Taking a Panoramic Photo ........................................................................................................ 71
Recording Videos ...................................................................................................................... 71
Photo Settings ........................................................................................................................... 72
Video Settings ........................................................................................................................... 73
Gallery ............................................................................................................................................. 75
Working with Albums ................................................................................................................. 76
Share an Album .................................................................................................................. 77
Get Album Information ........................................................................................................ 77
Deleting an Album ............................................................................................................... 77
Working with Photos ................................................................................................................. 78
Viewing and Browsing Photos ............................................................................................. 78
Cropping a Photo ................................................................................................................ 78
Setting a Photo as a Contact Icon ....................................................................................... 79
Share a Photo ..................................................................................................................... 79
Deleting a Photo .................................................................................................................. 80
Working with Videos .................................................................................................................. 80
Watching Videos ................................................................................................................. 80
Sharing a Video ................................................................................................................... 80
Deleting a Video .................................................................................................................. 80
Photos ............................................................................................................................................. 81
Working with Albums ................................................................................................................. 82
Share an Album .................................................................................................................. 83
Deleting an Album ............................................................................................................... 83
Working with Photos ................................................................................................................. 84
Viewing and Browsing Photos ............................................................................................. 84
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Cropping a Photo ................................................................................................................ 84
Setting a Photo as a Contact Icon ....................................................................................... 85
Share a Photo ..................................................................................................................... 85
Deleting a Photo .................................................................................................................. 86
Working with Videos .................................................................................................................. 86
Watching Videos ................................................................................................................. 86
Sharing a Video ................................................................................................................... 86
Deleting a Video .................................................................................................................. 86
DataWedge Demonstration ............................................................................................................. 87
Sound Recorder .............................................................................................................................. 89
PTT Express Voice Client ............................................................................................................... 90
PTT Audible Indicators .............................................................................................................. 90
Notification Icons ....................................................................................................................... 91
Enabling PTT Communication .................................................................................................. 92
Selecting a Talk Group .............................................................................................................. 92
PTT Communication ................................................................................................................. 92
Creating a Group Call ......................................................................................................... 93
Responding with a Private Response ................................................................................. 93
Disabling PTT Express Voice Client Communication ............................................................... 93
RxLogger ........................................................................................................................................ 94
RxLogger Utility ............................................................................................................................... 95
Diagnostic Tool ............................................................................................................................... 96
Settings ............................................................................................................................. 100
Battery Test Information .................................................................................................... 100
GPS Test Information ........................................................................................................ 101
System Test Information ................................................................................................... 101
WLAN Test Information ..................................................................................................... 101
WWAN Test Information ................................................................................................... 101
Bluetooth Test Information ................................................................................................ 101
SimulScan Demo .......................................................................................................................... 102
Exporting Sample Forms ......................................................................................................... 103
Postal, Transportation and Logistics Example ........................................................................ 103
Manufacturing Example .......................................................................................................... 105
Settings ................................................................................................................................... 107
Advanced Settings .................................................................................................................. 108
Demo Customization ............................................................................................................... 109
Default Templates ............................................................................................................. 110
Data Capture
Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 111
Imaging ......................................................................................................................................... 111
Operational Modes .................................................................................................................. 111
RS507 Hands-Free Imager ........................................................................................................... 112
RS6000 Bluetooth Ring Scanner .................................................................................................. 112
DS3678 Digital Scanner ................................................................................................................ 112
Scanning Considerations .............................................................................................................. 113
Bar Code Scanning with Internal Imager ...................................................................................... 113
Bar Code Capture with RS6000 Bluetooth Ring Scanner ............................................................. 115
Bar Code Capture with RS507 Hands-Free Imager ..................................................................... 116
Bar Code Capture with DS3678 Bluetooth Scanner ..................................................................... 117
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Pairing the RS507/RS6000 Hands-Free Imager ........................................................................... 118
Pairing Using Near Field Communication ............................................................................... 119
Pairing in HID Mode Using Near Field Communication .......................................................... 119
Pairing Using Simple Serial Interface ...................................................................................... 120
Pairing Using Bluetooth Human Interface Device ................................................................... 121
Pairing the DS3678 Digital Scanner ............................................................................................. 122
Pairing Using Simple Serial Interface ...................................................................................... 122
Pairing Using Bluetooth Human Interface Device ................................................................... 123
DataWedge ................................................................................................................................... 124
Enabling DataWedge .............................................................................................................. 124
Disabling DataWedge ............................................................................................................. 124
Wireless
Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 125
Wireless Local Area Networks ...................................................................................................... 125
Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network .................................................................................... 125
Remove a Wi-Fi Network ........................................................................................................ 127
Bluetooth ....................................................................................................................................... 128
Adaptive Frequency Hopping .................................................................................................. 128
Security ................................................................................................................................... 128
Bluetooth Profiles .................................................................................................................... 129
Bluetooth Power States ........................................................................................................... 129
Bluetooth Radio Power ........................................................................................................... 130
Enabling Bluetooth ............................................................................................................ 130
Disabling Bluetooth ........................................................................................................... 130
Discovering Bluetooth Device(s) ............................................................................................. 130
Changing the Bluetooth Name ................................................................................................ 130
Connecting to a Bluetooth Device ........................................................................................... 131
Unpairing a Bluetooth Device .................................................................................................. 131
Near Field Communications .......................................................................................................... 132
Reading NFC Cards ................................................................................................................ 132
Sharing Information Using NFC .............................................................................................. 133
Accessories
Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 134
Accessories ................................................................................................................................... 134
1-Slot USB Charge Cradle ............................................................................................................ 137
Charging the Device ................................................................................................................ 137
Inserting a TC51 with Rugged Boot into Cradle ...................................................................... 138
Battery Charging ..................................................................................................................... 139
Charging Temperature ...................................................................................................... 139
4-Slot Charge Only Cradle with Battery Charger .......................................................................... 140
Charging the TC51 .................................................................................................................. 140
Inserting a TC51 with Rugged Boot into Cradle ...................................................................... 142
Battery Charging ..................................................................................................................... 142
Main Battery Charging ...................................................................................................... 142
Spare Battery Charging ..................................................................................................... 142
Charging Temperature ...................................................................................................... 143
5-Slot Charge Only Cradle ............................................................................................................ 144
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Charging the TC51 .................................................................................................................. 144
Inserting a TC51 with Rugged Boot into Cradle ...................................................................... 145
Battery Charging ..................................................................................................................... 146
Charging Temperature ...................................................................................................... 146
5-Slot Ethernet Cradle .................................................................................................................. 147
Charging the TC51 .................................................................................................................. 147
Inserting a TC51 with Rugged Boot into Cradle ...................................................................... 148
Battery Charging ..................................................................................................................... 148
Charging Temperature ...................................................................................................... 149
Establishing Ethernet Connection ........................................................................................... 149
LED Indicators ......................................................................................................................... 149
4-Slot Battery Charger .................................................................................................................. 150
Charging Spare Batteries ........................................................................................................ 150
Battery Charging ..................................................................................................................... 151
Spare Battery Charging ..................................................................................................... 151
Charging Temperature ...................................................................................................... 151
Rugged Boot ................................................................................................................................. 152
Installation ............................................................................................................................... 152
Installing Stylus ....................................................................................................................... 153
Charging with Cradles ............................................................................................................. 154
Basic Hand Strap Kit ..................................................................................................................... 156
Installation ............................................................................................................................... 156
Removal .................................................................................................................................. 157
2.5 mm Audio Adapter .................................................................................................................. 159
3.5 mm Audio Adapter .................................................................................................................. 160
Rugged Charge/USB Cable .......................................................................................................... 161
Connecting to TC51 ................................................................................................................ 161
Connecting to TC51 with Rugged Boot ................................................................................... 162
USB Communication ............................................................................................................... 163
Charging the Device ................................................................................................................ 163
Disconnecting the Rugged Charge/USB Cable ...................................................................... 164
Battery Charging ..................................................................................................................... 165
Main Battery Charging ...................................................................................................... 165
Charging Temperature ...................................................................................................... 165
Trigger Handle .............................................................................................................................. 166
Installing the Rugged Boot ...................................................................................................... 166
Installing the Optional Lanyard ................................................................................................ 168
Inserting the Device into the Trigger Handle ........................................................................... 169
Removing the Device from the Trigger Handle ....................................................................... 170
Power Supply ................................................................................................................................ 172
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 173
Maintaining the TC51 .................................................................................................................... 173
Display Best Practices .................................................................................................................. 174
Image Retention ...................................................................................................................... 174
Battery Safety Guidelines ............................................................................................................. 174
Cleaning Instructions .................................................................................................................... 175
Approved Cleanser Active Ingredients .................................................................................... 175
Approved Disinfectant Cleaners for TC51-Healthcare ............................................................ 176
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Harmful Ingredients ................................................................................................................. 176
Cleaning Instructions ............................................................................................................... 176
Special Cleaning Notes ........................................................................................................... 176
Recommended Cleaning Materials ......................................................................................... 177
TC51-Standard and Healthcare ........................................................................................ 177
TC51-Healthcare Only ...................................................................................................... 177
Cleaning Frequency ................................................................................................................ 177
Cleaning the TC51 ........................................................................................................................ 177
Housing ................................................................................................................................... 177
Display .................................................................................................................................... 177
Camera and Exit Window ........................................................................................................ 177
Battery Guide Slots ................................................................................................................. 177
Battery Connector and Locating Magnet Cleaning ....................................................................... 178
Cleaning Cradle Connectors ......................................................................................................... 179
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................ 180
TC51 ....................................................................................................................................... 180
Technical Specifications
Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 183
TC51 ............................................................................................................................................. 183
Index
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About This Guide
Introduction
This guide provides information about using the TC51 mobile computer and accessories. The TC51 refers to both
the TC51 (Standard) and TC51-HC (Healthcare) configurations, except where noted.
NOTE Screens and windows pictured in this guide are samples and can differ from actual screens.
Documentation Set
The documentation set for the TC51 provides information for specific user needs, and includes:
• TC51 Touch Computer Quick Start Guide - describes how to get the TC51 up and running.
• TC51 Touch Computer User Guide for Android Version 7.1.2 - describes how to use the TC51.
• TC51 Touch Computer Integrator Guide for Android Version 7.1.2 - describes how to set up the TC51 and
accessories.
Configurations
This guide covers the following configurations:
Configuration Radios Display Memory
TC510K-1 WLAN: 802.11
TC510K-2 WLAN: 802.11
a/b/g/n/d/h/i/k/r
WPAN:
Bluetooth v4.1
Low Energy
a/b/g/n/d/h/i/k/r
WPAN:
Bluetooth v4.1
Low Energy
5.0” High
Definition (1280
x 720) LCD
5.0” High
Definition (1280
x 720) LCD
10
2 GB RAM / 16
GB Flash or 4
GB RAM / 32
GB Flash
2 GB RAM / 16
GB Flash or 4
GB RAM / 32
GB Flash
Data Capture
Options
2D imager
(SE-4710) and
integrated NFC
2D imager
(SE-4710) and
integrated NFC
Operating
System
Android-based,
Google ™
Mobile Services
(GMS) 7.1.2.
Android-based,
Android
Open-Source
Project 7.1.2
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Software Versions
To determine the current software versions, swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick
access panel and then touch .
Touch About phone.
• Model number- Displays the model number.
• Android version - Displays the operating system version.
• Kernel version - Displays the kernel version number.
• Build number - Displays the software build number.
To determine the device serial number, touch About phone > Status.
• Serial number - Displays the serial number.
Chapter Descriptions
Topics covered in this guide are as follows:
About This Guide
• Getting Started provides information on getting the TC51 up and running for the first time.
• Using the TC51 provides information for operating the TC51.
• Applications provides information on using applications installed on the TC51.
• Data Capture provides information for capturing bar code data using the imager.
• Wireless provides information on the various wireless options.
• Accessories provides information for using the accessories for the TC51.
• Maintenance and Troubleshooting includes instructions on cleaning and provides troubleshooting
solutions for potential problems during TC51 operation.
• Technical Specifications provides the technical specifications for the TC51.
Notational Conventions
The following conventions are used in this document:
• Bold text is used to highlight the following:
• Dialog box, window and screen names
• Drop-down list and list box names
• Check box and radio button names
• Icons on a screen
• Key names on a keypad
• Button names on a screen.
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• Bullets (•) indicate:
• Action items
• Lists of alternatives
• Lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential.
• Sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-step procedures) appear as numbered lists.
Related Documents
• TC51 Touch Computer Quick Start Guide, p/n MN-002859-xx.
• TC51 Touch Computer Regulatory Guide, p/n MN002860-xx.
• TC51 Touch Computer Integrator Guide for Android Version 7.1.2, p/n MN-003147-xx.
• RS507 Hands-free Imager Product Reference Guide, p/n 72E-12082-xx.
• DS36X8 Product Reference Guide, p/n MN-002689-xx.
• RS6000 User Guide, MN-002704-xx.
About This Guide
For the latest version of this guide and all guides, go to: www.zebra.com/support
Service Information
If you have a problem with your equipment, contact Zebra Global Customer Support for your region. Contact
information is available at: www.zebra.com/support
When contacting support, please have the following information available:
• Serial number of the unit (found on manufacturing label)
• Model number or product name (found on manufacturing label)
• Software type and version number.
.
.
Customer Support responds to calls by email or telephone within the time limits set forth in support agreements.
If the problem cannot be solved by Customer Support, the user may need to return the equipment for servicing and
will be given specific directions. We are not responsible for any damages incurred during shipment if the approved
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About This Guide
shipping container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the warranty. Remove the microSD
card from the device before shipping for service.
If the device was purchased from a business partner, contact that business partner for support.
Provide Documentation Feedback
If you have comments, questions, or suggestions about this guide, send an email to EVM-Techdocs@zebra.com.
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Getting Started
Introduction
This chapter provides information for getting the device up and running for the first time.
Unpacking
1. Carefully remove all protective material from the TC51 and save the shipping container for later storage and
shipping.
2. Verify that the following were received:
• TC51 mobile computer
• >15.48 Watt hours (typical) / > 4,150 mAh PowerPrecision+ Lithium-ion battery
• Regulatory Guide.
3. Inspect the equipment for damage. If any equipment is missing or damaged, contact the Global Customer
Support center immediately.
4. Prior to using the TC51 for the first time, remove the protective shipping film that covers the scan window,
display and camera window.
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Features
Figure 1 TC51 Front View
Getting Started
NOTE: All features are available on both the TC51 (Standard) and TC51-HC (Healthcare) configurations,
except where noted.
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Table 1 Front View Features
Number Item Function
1 PTT Button Initiates push-to-talk communications (programmable).
2 Scan Button Initiates data capture (programmable).
3 ActiveEdge Touch Zone Programmable dynamic soft key positioned near the perimeter of the
display for one-touch access to a frequently used application or
function. Available on builds BSP 19-01.4 and above.
4 Microphone Use for communications in Handset mode.
5 Interface Connector Provides USB host and client communications, audio and device
charging via cables and accessories.
CAUTION: Do not remove the interface connector to ensure proper
device sealing.
6 Speaker Provides audio output for video and music playback. Provides audio in
speakerphone mode.
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Table 1 Front View Features (Continued)
Number Item Function
7 Touch Screen Displays all information needed to operate the TC51.
8 Charging/Notification LED Indicates battery charging status while charging and application
generated notifications.
9 Light Sensor Determines ambient light for controlling display backlight intensity.
10 Proximity Sensor Determines proximity for turning off display when in handset mode.
11 Microphone Use for communications in Speakerphone mode.
12 Data Capture LED Indicates data capture status.
13 Receiver Use for audio playback in Handset mode.
14 Front Camera (TC51-HC) Takes photos and videos.
Figure 2 TC51 Rear View
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Table 2 Back View Features
Number Item Function
15 Battery Provides power to the device.
16 Battery Release Latches Press to remove the battery.
17 Programmable Button Programmable.
18 Headset Jack (TC51 Standard) For audio output to headset.
19 Exit Window Provides data capture using the imager.
20 Power Button Turns the display on and off. Press and hold to reset the device, power
off or swap battery.
21 Camera Flash Provides illumination for the camera.
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Table 2 Back View Features (Continued)
Setup
Perform this procedure to start using the TC51 for the first time.
1. Install a micro secure digital (SD) card (optional).
2. Install hand strap (optional).
3. Install the battery.
4. Charge the TC51.
5. Power on the TC51.
Getting Started
Number Item Function
22 Rear Camera Takes photos and videos.
23 Volume Up/Down Button Increase and decrease audio volume (programmable).
24 Scan Button Initiates data capture (programmable).
25 NFC Antenna Provides communication with other NFC-enabled devices.
26 Basic Hand Strap Mount (TC51 Standard) Provides mounting point for Basic Hand Strap
accessory.
Installing a microSD Card
The microSD card slot provides secondary non-volatile storage. The slot is located under the battery pack. Refer to
the documentation provided with the card for more information, and follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for
use.
CAUTION:Follow proper electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions to avoid damaging the microSD card. Proper
ESD precautions include, but are not limited to, working on an ESD mat and ensuring that the operator
is properly grounded.
1. Lift the access door.
Figure 3 Lift Access Door
2. Slide the microSD card holder to the unlock position.
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Figure 4 Unlock microSD Card Holder
3. Lift the microSD card holder.
Figure 5 Lift the microSD Card Holder
Getting Started
4. Insert the microSD card into the card holder door ensuring that the card slides into the holding tabs on each
side of the door.
Figure 6 Insert microSD Card in Holder
5. Close the microSD card holder and slide into the lock position.
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Figure 7 Re-install Access Door
CAUTION:Access door must be replaced and securely seated to ensure proper device sealing.
6. Re-install the access door.
Figure 8 Replace Access Door
Getting Started
Installing the Battery
1. Insert the battery, bottom first, into the battery compartment in the back of the TC51.
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Figure 9 Insert Bottom of Battery into Battery Compartment
2. Press the battery down into the battery compartment until the battery release latches snap into place.
Charging the Battery
Before using the TC51 for the first time, charge the main battery until the green Charging/Notification light emitting
diode (LED) remains lit. To charge the TC51 use a cable or a cradle with the appropriate power supply. For
information about the accessories available for the TC51 see Accessories for more information.
The >
15.48 Watt hours (typical) / > 4,150 mAh battery charges from fully depleted to 90% in approximately 2.5
hours and from fully depleted to 100% in approximately three hours.
NOTE: In many cases the 90% charge provides plenty of charge for daily use. A full 100% charge lasts for
approximately 14 hours of use.
To achieve the best fast charging results use only Zebra charging accessories and batteries. Charge
batteries at room temperature with the TC51 in sleep mode.
Charge batteries in temperatures from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). The TC51 or accessory always performs
battery charging in a safe and intelligent manner. At higher temperatures (e.g. approximately +37°C (+98°F)) the
TC51 or accessory may for small periods of time alternately enable and disable battery charging to keep the
battery at acceptable temperatures. The TC51 or accessory indicates when charging is disabled due to abnormal
temperatures via its LED and a notification appears on the display.
1. To charge the main battery, connect the charging accessory to the appropriate power source.
2. Insert the TC51 into a cradle or attach to a cable. The TC51 turns on and begins charging. The
Charging/Notification LED blinks amber while charging, then turns solid green when fully charged.
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Charging Indicators
Table 3 Charging/Notification LED Charging Indicators
State LED Indication
Off TC51 is not charging. TC51 is not inserted correctly in the
cradle or connected to a power source. Charger/cradle is
not powered.
Slow Blinking Amber (1 blink every 4
seconds)
Slow Blinking Red (1 blink every 4
seconds)
Solid Green Charging complete.
Solid Red Charging complete but the battery is at end of useful life.
Fast Blinking Amber (2 blinks/second) Charging error, e.g.:
TC51 is charging.
TC51 is charging but the battery is at end of useful life.
• Temperature is too low or too high.
• Charging has gone on too long without completion
(typically eight hours).
Fast Blinking Red (2 blinks/second) Charging error but the battery is at end of useful life., e.g.:
• Temperature is too low or too high.
• Charging has gone on too long without completion
(typically eight hours).
Google Account Setup
NOTE: The TC51 has to be connected to the internet in-order to set up a Google account.
Google account only required on devices with GMS software.
The first time the TC51 starts, the Setup Wizard displays. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up a Google
account, configure Google Wallet for purchasing items from the Play Store, entering your personal information, and
enabling backup/restore features.
Replacing the Battery
CAUTION:Do not add or remove microSD card during battery replacement.
1. Press the Power button until the menu appears.
2. Touch Battery Swap.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
4. Wait for the LED to turn off.
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5. If hand strap is attached, remove hand strap.
6. Press the two battery latches in.
Figure 10 Press Battery Latches
7. Lift the battery from the TC51 or TC51-HC.
Figure 11 Lift the Battery
CAUTION:Replace the battery within 90 seconds. After 90 seconds the device reboots and data may be lost.
8. Insert the replacement battery, bottom first, into the battery compartment in the back of the TC51 or TC51-HC.
9. Press the battery down until the battery release latches snap into place.
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10. Replace the hand strap, if required.
11. Press the Power button to turn on the TC51 or TC51-HC.
Replacing the microSD Card
To replace the microSD card:
1. Press the Power button until the menu appears.
2. Touch Power off.
3. Touch OK.
4. If hand strap is attached, slide the hand strap clip up toward the top of the TC51 and then lift.
5. Press the two battery latches in.
6. Lift the battery from the TC51.
7. Lift the access door.
Figure 12 Remove Access Door
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8. Remove microSD card from holder.
9. Insert the replacement microSD card.
CAUTION:Access door must be replaced and securely seated to ensure proper device sealing.
10. Replace the access door.
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Figure 13 Replace Access Door
11. Insert the battery, bottom first, into the battery compartment in the back of the TC51.
12. Press the battery down until the battery release latches snap into place.
13. Replace the hand strap, if required.
14. Press and hold the Power button to turn on the TC51.
Accessing Device Settings
Throughout this guide, the user can access device settings:
• Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
• On the Home screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen and touch .
Battery Management
NOTE: Prior to checking the battery charge level, remove the TC51 from any AC power source (cradle or
cable).
To check the charge status of the main battery, open Settings and touch About phone > Battery Information.
Battery present status indicates that the battery is present and Battery level lists the battery charge (as a
percentage of fully charged). The battery percentage can also be viewed next to the battery icon in the quick
access panel. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel.
Monitor Battery Usage
The Battery screen lists which applications consume the most battery power. Also use it to turn off applications
that were downloaded if they are consuming too much power.
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
2. Touch Battery.
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Figure 14 Battery Screen
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The Battery screen lists the applications using the battery. The discharge graph at the top of the screen shows the
rate of the battery discharge since last charged (short periods of time when connected to a charger are shown as
thin green lines at the bottom of the chart), and how long it has been running on battery power.
Touch an application in the Battery screen to display details about its power consumption. Different applications
display different information. Some applications include buttons that open screens with settings to adjust power
use.
Low Battery Notification
When the battery charge level drops below 18%, the TC51 displays a notice to connect the TC51 to power.The
user should charge the battery using one of the charging accessories.
Figure 15 Low Battery Notification
When the battery charge drops below 10%, the TC51 displays a notice to connect the TC51 to power. The user
must charge the battery using one of the charging accessories.
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When the battery charge drops below 4%, the TC51 turns off.
The user must charge the TC51 using one of the charging accessories.
Battery Optimization
Observe the following battery saving tips:
• Disable DataWedge Launcher profile. Refer to the TC51 Touch Computer Integrator Guide for Android
7.1.2 for instructions.
• Set the screen to turn off after a short period of non-use. See Setting Screen Timeout Setting on page 28.
• Reduce screen brightness. See Setting the Screen Brightness on page 27.
• Turn off all wireless radios when not in use.
• Turn off automatic syncing for Email, Calendar, Contacts and other applications.
• Minimize use of applications that keep the TC51 from suspending, for example, music and video
applications.
Turning Off the Radios
To turn off all the radios:
1. Press the Power button until the menu appears.
2. Touch Airplane mode. The airplane icon appears in the Status bar indicating that all the radios are off.
Setting the Date and Time
The user is required to set the time zone or set the date and time if the wireless LAN does not support Network
Time Protocol (NTP).
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
2. Touch Date & time.
3. Touch Automatic date & time to disable automatic date and time synchronization.
4. Touch Set date.
5. In the calendar, set today’s date.
6. Touch OK.
7. Touch Set time.
8. Touch the green circle, drag to the current hour and then release.
9. Touch the green circle, drag to the current minute and then release.
10. Touch AM or PM.
11. Touch OK.
12. Touch Select time zone.
13. Select the current time zone from the list.
14. Touch .
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Display Setting
Use Display settings to change the screen brightness, change the background image, enable screen rotation, set
sleep time and change font size.
Setting the Screen Brightness
To manually set the screen brightness:
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel.
2. Slide the icon to adjust the screen brightness level.
Figure 16 Brightness Dialog Box
To let the TC51 automatically adjust the screen brightness using the built-in light sensor:
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
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2. Touch Display.
3. Touch Brightness Level.
4. If disabled, touch Adaptive brightness to automatically adjust the brightness.
By default, Adaptive brightness is enabled. Toggle the switch to disable.
5. Touch .
Setting Screen Rotation
By default, screen rotation is disabled. To enable screen rotation:
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
2. Touch Display.
3. Touch When device is rotated and select Rotate the contents of the screen to set the TC51 to
automatically switch orientation when the TC51 is rotated.
4. Touch .
Setting Home Screen Rotation
By default the Home screen rotation is disabled. To enable Home screen rotation:
1. Touch and hold anywhere on the Home screen until the options appear.
2. Touch .
3. Touch Allow rotation.
4. Touch .
5. Rotate the device.
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Figure 17 Rotated Home Screen
Setting Screen Timeout Setting
To set the screen sleep time:
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1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
2. Touch Display.
3. Touch Sleep.
4. Select one of the sleep values.
• 15 seconds
• 30 seconds
• 1 minute (default)
• 2 minutes
• 5 minutes
• 10 minutes
• 30 minutes
5. Touch .
Setting Font Size
To set the size of the font in system applications:
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
2. Touch Display.
3. Touch Font size.
4. Select one of the font size values.
• Small
• Default (default)
• Large
• Largest
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5. Touch .
Ambient Display
The Ambient display setting wakes the screen when notifications are received. To disable ambient display:
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
2. Touch Display.
3. Touch Ambient display to disable.
4. Touch .
Touch Panel Mode
The TC51 display is able to detect touches using a finger, a conductive-tip stylus or gloved finger with or without a
screen protector.
NOTE: A glove can be made of medical latex, leather, cotton or wool.
For optimal performance use Zebra certified stylus.
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
2. Touch Display.
3. Touch Touch panel mode.
Figure 18 Screen Protector Mode Dialog Box
4. Select:
a. Glove and Finger (Screen Protector off) to use a finger or a gloved finger on the screen without a screen
protector.
b. Stylus and Finger (Screen Protector off) to use a finger or a stylus on the screen without a screen
protector.
c. Glove and Finger (Screen Protector on) to use a finger or a gloved finger on the screen with a screen
protector.
d. Stylus and Finger (Screen Protector on) to use a finger or a stylus on the screen with a screen protector.
5. Touch .
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Setting Notification LED
The Charging/Notification LED lights blue when an application, such as email and VoIP, generates a
programmable notification or to indicate when the TC51 is connected to a Bluetooth device. By default, LED
notifications are enabled. To change the notification setting:
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
2. Touch Notifications.
3. Touch > Pulse notification light to toggle the notification on or off.
4. Touch .
Cast
Use Cast to mirror the TC51 screen on a Miracast enabled wireless display.
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
2. Touch Display.
3. Touch Cast.
4. Touch > Enable wireless display. The TC51 searches for nearby Miracast devices and lists them.
5. Touch a device to begin casting.
6. Touch .
General Sound Setting
Use the Sounds settings to configure media, alarm, and ring volumes, and to set notifications.
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
2. Touch Sound.
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Figure 19 Sound Screen
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• Zebra Volume Control
• Ring volume - Controls the ringtone volume.
• Media volume - Controls the music, games and media volume.
• Alarm volume - Controls the alarm clock volume.
• Notifications volume - Controls the notification volume.
• Scanner volume - Controls the scanner volume.
• Volume Presets
• - Mutes the ring, notifications and scanner so that the TC51 does not make sounds or vibrate.
• - All sounds except media and alarms are silenced and vibrate mode is active.
• - Enables all sounds at the user defined levels.
• Do not disturb - Mutes the TC51 so that it does not make sounds or vibrate when you do not want it to.
• Priority only allows - Use to set priorities.
• Alarms - Disabled.
• Reminders and Events - Switch on or off.
• Messages - Choose from anyone, starred contacts, any contact, or none. To star contacts, use
the Contacts app.
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• Repeat callers - Choose whether to let the TC51 ring if the same person calls again within 15
minutes.
• Automatic rules - To automatically silence the TC51 during certain times, like at night or on
weekends. Touch a default rule Weekend or Weeknight. Or, to make your own rule, tap Add rule and
then Time rule.
• Block visual disturbances
• Block when screen is on - option pertains to notifications you receive when you are actively
using the device. If you would like to disable the banner like notifications when Do not Disturb is
enabled, turn this option On. This will also prevent you from peeking at notifications.
• Block when screen is off - option pertains to notifications you receive when you are not using
your device i.e. the display is asleep. If you want to prevent the display from waking up when a
new notification is received, turn this option On. This will additionally disable the LED light alerts
your phone sends you when you have new notifications.
• Default notification ringtone - Touch to select a sound to play for all system notifications.
• Default alarm ringtone - Touch to select a sound to play for alarms.
• Other sounds
• Screen locking sounds - play a sound when locking and unlocking the screen (default – enabled)
• Charging sounds - Not applicable.
• Touch sounds - Play a sound when making screen selections (default – enabled).
• Vibrate on tap - Device vibrates when making screen selections (default – disabled).
Wake-Up Sources
By default the TC51 wakes from suspend mode when the user presses the power button. The TC51 can be
configured to wake when the user presses the PPT or Scan buttons on the left side of the device.
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
2. Touch Wake-Up Sources.
3. Touch SCAN checkbox. A check appears in the checkbox.
4. Touch LEFT_TRIGGER_2 checkbox. A check appears in the checkbox.
5. Touch REAR_BUTTON checkbox. A check appears in the checkbox.
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Figure 20 Wake-Up Sources
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6. Touch .
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Introduction
This chapter explains the buttons, status icons, and controls on the TC51, and provides basic instructions for using
the TC51 including resetting the TC51 and entering data.
Google Mobile Services
NOTE: This section only applies to TC51 configurations with Google Mobile Services (GMS).
The TC51 with GMS contains applications and services that provide additional functionality to the TC51.
GMS includes:
• Applications - GMS adds a variety of Google applications and associated widgets including Chrome,
Gmail, Drive and Maps.
• Services:
• Speech to Text - Allows for free format speech to text, in many languages for both connected and
disconnected network. Launch by touching the microphone icon on the keyboard.
• TalkBack Service - Provides spoken feedback on various parts of the user interface. To enable, go to
Settings > Accessibility.
• Network Location Provider - Adds a location provider which uses mobile network tower information
and Wi-Fi access point information to provide a location without using GPS. To enable, go to Settings
> Location access.
• Widevine DRM - Enables the digital rights management so that protected content can be played.
Enable via DRM Info from the Play Store.
• Google Cloud Messaging - Allows the sending of data from your server to your TC51 and also to
receive messages from devices on the same connection.
• Backup and Restore - Allows the users settings and applications to be backed up to a Google server
and subsequently restored from that server after a factory reset.
• Google accounts - Create and use a Google account to synchronize mail, files, music, photos, contacts
and calendar events.
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Home Screen
The Home screen displays when the TC51 turns on. Depending upon the configuration, the Home screen might
appear different. Contact your system administrator for more information.
After a suspend or screen time-out, the Home screen displays with the lock sliders. Touch the screen and slide up
to unlock. For screen locking information see Un-Locking the Screen on page 52.
Figure 21 Home Screen
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Table 4 Home Screen Items
Item Description
1 — Recent Button Displays recently used applications.
2 — Home Displays the Home screen.
3 — Back Displays the previous screen.
4 — Shortcut Icons Opens applications installed on the TC51. See Application Shortcuts
and Widgets on page 41 for more information.
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Table 4 Home Screen Items (Continued)
Item Description
5 — Widgets Launches stand-alone applications that run on the Home screen. See
Application Shortcuts and Widgets on page 41 for more information.
6 — Status Bar Displays the time, status icons (right side), and notification icons (left
side). For more information see Status Bar on page 36 and Managing
Notifications on page 38.
The Home screen provides four additional screens for placement of widgets and shortcuts. When available, swipe
the screen left or right to view the additional screens. The additional screens are not viewable by default.
Status Bar
The Status bar displays the time, status icons (right side), and notification icons (left side).
NOTE: Some Status icons might not appear in the Status Bar if there are too many icons to display.
Figure 22 Notification and Status Icons
Notifications
Icons
If there are more notifications than can fit in the Status bar, displays indicating that more notifications exist.
Open the Notifications panel to view all notifications and status.
Status Icons
Status Icons
Table 5 Status Icons
Icon Description
Indicates that the Alarm is active.
Indicates that the main battery is fully charged.
Indicates that the main battery is partially drained.
Indicates that the main battery charge is low.
Indicates that the main battery charge is very low.
Indicates that the main battery is charging.
Indicates that all sounds except media and alarms are silenced and vibrate mode is active.
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Icon Description
Indicates that the Airplane Mode is active. All radios are turned off.
Indicates that Bluetooth is on.
Connected to a Wi-Fi network.
Not connected to a Wi-Fi network or no Wi-Fi signal.
Connected to an Ethernet network.
Notification Icons
Table 6 Notification Icons
Icon Description
Indicates the main battery is low.
Indicates that more notifications are available for viewing.
Indicates that data is syncing.
Indicates an upcoming event.
Indicates that an open Wi-Fi network is available.
Indicates that a song is playing (Non-GMS/GMS).
Indicates that a problem with sign-in or sync has occurred.
Indicates that the TC51 is uploading data.
Indicates that the TC51 is downloading data when animated and download is complete when static.
Indicates that the TC51 is connected via USB cable.
Indicates that the TC51 is connected to or disconnected from virtual private network (VPN).
Preparing Internal Storage.
Indicates that USB debugging is enabled on the TC51.
Headset is connected to device.
Indicates the status of the PTT Express Voice Client. See Notification Icons for complete list of PTT
Express notification icons.
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Table 6 Notification Icons (Continued)
Icon Description
Indicates that RxLogger application is running.
Indicates the RS507 or the RS6000 is connected to the TC51. (Available on biulds BSP 16-04 and
above.)
Indicates the RS507 or RS6000 is connected to the device in HID mode.
Managing Notifications
Notification icons report the arrival of new messages, calendar events, and alarms, as well as ongoing events.
When a notification occurs, an icon appears in the Status bar with a brief description. See Notification Icons on
page 37 for a list of possible notification icons and their description. Open the Notifications panel to view a list of all
the notifications.
To open the Notification panel drag the Status bar down from the top of the screen.
Figure 23 Notification Panel
To respond to a notification, open the Notifications Panel and then touch a notification. The Notifications Panel
closes and the subsequent activity is dependent on the notification.
To clear all notifications, open the Notifications Panel and then touch CLEAR ALL. All event-based notifications
are removed. Ongoing notifications remain in the list. Ongoing notifications remain in the list.
To close the Notification Panel, swipe the Notifications Panel up.
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Setting Application Notifications
To change notification settings for a specific app:
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
2. Touch Notifications.
3. Select an application.
4. Select an available option:
• Block all - Never show notifications from this application.
• Show silently - Do not allow notifications from this application to make sound, vibrate or peek into view.
• Override Do Not Disturb - Allow these notifications to interrupt when Do Not Disturb is set to Priority Only.
IMPORTANT: In the notification, slide the notification slightly left or right and touch .
Viewing Notification Settings for All Apps
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
2. Touch Notifications.
3. Touch down-arrow next to All apps.
4. To see all the apps currently set to a specific setting, touch that setting.
Controlling Lock Screen Notifications
To control whether notifications can be seen when the TC51 is locked.
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
2. Touch Notifications.
3. Touch > On the lock screen and select one of the following:
• Show all notification content (default)
• Don’t show notifications at all.
Quick Access Panel
Use Quick Settings to get to frequently used settings, like turning on airplane mode. To open the Quick Settings
bar, swipe down once from the top of an unlocked screen.
Figure 24 Quick Settings Bar
To see the full Quick Settings panel:
• If the TC51 is locked, swipe down once.
• If the TC51 is unlocked, swipe down once with two fingers, or twice with one finger.
• If the Quick Settings bar is open, touch the Down arrow.
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Figure 25 Quick Settings Panel
To change a setting, just touch the icon:
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• Display brightness: Slide to lower or increase the brightness of the screen.
• Wi-Fi network: Turn Wi-Fi on or off. To open Wi-Fi settings, touch the Wi-Fi network name.
• Bluetooth settings: Turn Bluetooth on or off. To open Bluetooth settings, touch the Bluetooth.
• Battery Power - Indicates percentage of battery power remaining. Touch to view battery usage.
• Invert colors - Invert the display colors.
• Do not disturb: Control how and when to receive notifications.
• Airplane mode: Turn airplane mode on or off. Airplane mode means device will not connect to Wi-Fi or
Bluetooth.
• Auto-rotate: Lock the device’s orientation in portrait or landscape mode or set to automatically rotate.
• Flashlight: Turn camera flash on or off.
• Location: Enable or disable locationing feature.
• Data Saver - Turn on to prevent some apps from sending or receiving data in the background.
Edit Icons on Quick Settings
The first several setting tiles become the Quick Settings bar.
To move a setting tile:
1. Open Quick Settings panel.
2. Touch .
3. Touch and drag a setting tile to another location.
4. Release the tile.
5. Touch to save tiles and return to quick settings.
To add a setting tile:
1. Open Quick Settings panel.
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2. Touch .
3. Slide Quick Settings panel up to reveal additional tiles.
4. Touch and drag a setting tile from the Drag to add tiles area to the main area.
5. Release the tile.
6. Touch to save tiles and return to quick settings.
To remove a setting tile:
1. Open Quick Settings.
2. Touch .
3. Touch and drag a setting tile to the Drag here to remove area.
4. Release the tile.
5. Touch to save tiles and return to quick settings.
Application Shortcuts and Widgets
Application shortcuts placed on the Home screen allow quick and easy access to applications. Application Widgets
are self-contained applications placed on the Home screen to access frequently used features.
Adding an Application to the Home Screen
1. Go to the desired Home screen.
2. Swipe up from the bottom of the screen.
3. Scroll through the list to find the application icon.
4. Touch and hold the icon until the Home screen appears.
5. Position the icon on the screen and then release.
Adding a Widget to the Home Screen
To add a widget to the Home screen:
1. Go to the desired Home screen.
2. Touch and hold until the menu appears.
3. Touch WIDGETS.
4. Scroll through the list to find the widget.
5. Touch and hold the widget until the Home screen appears.
6. Position the widget on the screen and then release.
Moving Items on the Home Screen
1. Touch and hold the item until it floats on the screen.
2. Drag the item to a new location. Pause at the edge of the screen to drag the item onto an adjacent Home
screen.
3. Lift finger to place the item on the Home screen.
Removing an Application Shortcut or Widget from the Home Screen
1. Go to the desired Home screen.
2. Touch and hold the application shortcut or widget icon until it floats on the screen.
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3. Drag the icon to on the top of the screen and then release.
Folders
Use Folders to organize similar applications together. Tap the folder to open and display items in the folder.
Creating a Folder
To create a folder, there must be at least two app icons on the Home screen.
1. Go to the desired Home screen.
2. Touch and hold on one application icon.
3. Drag the icon and stack on top of another icon.
4. Lift and release.
Naming Folders
To name a folder:
1. Touch the folder.
Figure 26 Open Folder
2. Touch the title area and enter a folder name using the keyboard.
3. Touch on the keyboard.
4. Touch anywhere on the Home screen to close the folder. The folder name appears under the folder.
Removing a Folder
To remove a folder:
1. Touch and hold the folder icon.
2. Drag the folder to and release.
Home Screen Wallpaper
To change the Home screen wallpaper:
1. Touch and hold on the screen until the menu appears.
2. Touch WALLPAPERS.
3. Touch My photos to select a photo from Gallery or select one of the pre-installed photos.
4. Touch Set wallpaper.
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Use the multi-tap sensitive screen to operate the device.
• Tap - Tap to:
• select items on the screen
• type letters and symbols using the on-screen keyboard
• press on-screen buttons.
• Tap and Hold - Tap and hold:
• an item on the Home screen to move it to a new location or to the trash.
• an item in Apps to create a shortcut on the Home screen.
• the Home screen to open a menu for customizing the Home screen.
• an empty area on the Home screen until the menu appears.
• Drag - Tap and hold an item for a moment and then move finger on the screen until reaching the new
position.
• Swipe- Move finger up and down or left and right on the screen to:
• unlock the screen
• view additional Home screens
• view additional application icons in the Launcher window
• view more information on an application’s screen.
• Double-tap - Tap twice on a web page, map, or other screen to zoom in and out.
• Pinch - In some applications, zoom in and out by placing two fingers on the screen and pinching them
together (to zoom out) or spreading them apart (to zoom in).
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Keyboards
Use the on-screen keyboard to enter text in a text field.
Editing Text
Edit entered text and use menu commands to cut, copy, and paste text within or across applications. Some
applications do not support editing some or all of the text they display; others may offer their own way to select text.
Entering Numbers, Symbols and Special Characters
To enter numbers and symbols:
• Touch and hold one of the top-row keys until a menu appears then select a number. Keys with alternate
characters display an ellipsis ( ... ) below the character.
• Touch the Shift key once for a single capital letter. Touch the Shift key twice to lock in uppercase. Touch
the Shift key a third time to unlock Capslock.
• Touch to switch to the numbers and symbols keyboard.
• Touch on the numbers and symbols keyboard to view additional symbols.
• Touch on the AOSP keyboard or on the GMS keyboard to enter emoji icons in a text message.
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To enter special characters, touch and hold a number or symbol key to open a menu of additional symbols.
• A larger version of the key displays briefly over the keyboard.
• Keys with alternate characters display an ellipsis ( ... ) below the character.
Configuring the Keyboard
To configure the keyboard, See the Keyboard Settings section in the TC51 Integrator Guide for Android Version
7.1.2.
AOSP Keyboard
To configure the keyboard settings, touch and hold (comma) > and then select Android Keyboard Settings
(AOSP).
GMS Keyboard
To configure the keyboard settings, touch and hold (comma) > and then select Gboard Keyboard settings.
Do Not Disturb Feature
This mode mutes the TC51 so that it does not make sounds or vibrate.
For example, use Do Not Disturb to:
• Automatically limit sounds at night or during events
• Mute interruptions other than alarms
• Get alerted to messages only from favorite contacts.
Limit Sounds and Vibrations
Mute the TC51 completely, or let through the important alarms or important calls.
Total Silence
To completely mute the TC51 so that it does not make a sound or vibrate, choose Total silence.
In Total silence mode:
• Alarms do not make noise.
• TC51 does not vibrate or make sounds when receiving a message, or notification.
• Sounds from music, videos, games, and other media are muted.
NOTE: The user will not hear alarms in Total silence mode.
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel.
2. Touch Do not disturb > Total silence.
3. Choose Until you turn it off or select a time period.
4. Touch Done.
When Total Silence is on, appears in the quick access panel and the Status Bar.
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To turn off Total Silence, open quick access panel and touch Total silence.
Alarms Only
To mute the TC51 so that the user hears alarms, choose Alarms only. This option does not mute sounds from
music, videos, games, or other media.
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel.
2. Touch Do not disturb > Alarms only.
3. Choose Until you turn it off or select a time period.
4. Tap Done.
When Alarms Only is on, appears in the quick access panel and the Status Bar.
To turn off Alarms Only, open quick access panel and touch Alarms only.
NOTE: To quickly turn on Alarms Only, with the screen on, press and hold the Volume Down button until the
volume is all the way down. Then, press Volume Down again to turn on Alarms Only.
To turn off Alarms Only, press either the Volume Up or Volume Down button and the touch END NOW in the alert
message. Then, press Volume Up again to turn on Alarms Only.
Priority Notifications Only
To only be interrupted by important notifications, choose Priority Only. This option does not mute sounds from
music, videos, games, or other media.
Before turning on Priority Only mode, set the notification priorities:
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
2. Touch Sound > Do not disturb > Priority only allows.
3. Set priorities.
• Alarms: Disabled by default.
• Reminders and Events: Switch on or off.
• Messages and Calls: Choose From anyone, From contacts only, From starred contacts only, or
none. To star contacts, use the Contacts app.
• Repeat callers: Choose whether to let the TC51 ring if the same person calls again within 15 minutes.
After setting notification priorities, turn on Priority only mode to limit interruptions. The priority notifications make a
sound or vibrate based on the current ringer volume, but other notifications will be silenced.
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel.
2. Touch Do not disturb > Priority only.
3. Choose Until you turn it off or select a time period.
4. Tap Done.
When Priority Only is on, appears in the quick access panel and the Status Bar.
To turn off Priority Only, open quick access panel and touch Priority only.
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Automatically Block Sounds and Vibrations
Silence Sounds During Certain Times
To automatically silence the TC51 during certain times, like at night or on weekends, set the time rules.
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
2. Touch Sound > Do not disturb > Automatic rules.
3. Touch a default Weekend or Weeknight. Or, to make a new rule, touch Add rule and then Time rule.
4. Edit the new rule:
• Rule name: Name the rule.
• Days, Start time, and End time: Set the rule's schedule.
• Do not disturb: Choose whether the rule uses Alarms only, Priority only, or Total silence.
5. Touch the On/Off text or switch at the top to turn on the rule.
Silence Sounds During Events and Meetings
To automatically silence the TC51 during events or meetings, set an event rules.
1. Swipe down with two fingers from the status bar to open the quick access panel and then touch .
2. Touch Sound > Do not disturb > Automatic rules.
3. To edit the default rule, touch Event. Or, to create a new rule, touch Add rule > Event rule.
4. Edit the rule settings.
• During events for: Select which Google Calendar events the rule uses.
• Where reply is: Options: Yes, Maybe, or Not replied, Yes or Maybe, or Yes.
• Do not disturb: Choose whether the rule uses Priority only, Alarms only, or Total silence.
5. Touch the On/Off switch at the top to turn on the rule.
Turn Sounds Back On
When the TC51 is in Do Not Disturb mode, Alarms or Priority only or Total silence display.
To turn off Do Not Disturb, either:
• In the quick access panel, touch Alarms only, Priority only, or Total silence.
• Press the Volume Down button and touch End Now.
Override Do Not Disturb for Specific Apps
To let through notifications from specific apps:
1. Open Settings > Notifications.
2. Touch an app.
3. Touch Override Do Not Disturb.
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Applications
The APPS screen displays icons for all installed applications. The table below lists the applications installed on the
TC51. Refer to the TC51 Touch Computer Integrator Guide for Android Version 7.1.2 for information on installing
and uninstalling application.
Table 7 Applications
Icon Description
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ActiveEdge Touch Zone - Provides quick and convenient on-touch access to key features or
applications while users are in the middle of other workflow applications or tasks.
AppGallery - Provides links to utilities and demonstration applications that can be installed on
the TC51.
Battery Management - Displays battery information, including charge level, status, health and
wear level.
Battery Swap – Use to place device in Battery Swap mode when replacing the battery.
Bluetooth Pairing Utility – Use to pair the RS507 Hands-free Imager with the TC51 by
scanning a bar code.
Calculator - Provides the basic and scientific arithmetic functions.
Calendar - Use to manage events and appointments (Available only on devices without GMS
software).
Calendar - Use to manage events and appointments. TC51 with GMS only.
Chrome - Use to access the Internet or intranet. TC51 with GMS only.
Chromium - Use to access the Internet or intranet. TC51 without GMS only.
Clock - Use to schedule alarms for appointments or as a wake-up.
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Table 7 Applications (Continued)
Icon Description
Contacts - Use to manage contact information. See Contacts on page 69 for more information.
DataWedge - Enables data capture using the imager.
Diagnostic Tool - Use to diagnose the TC51.
Downloads - lists all downloads files.
Drive - Upload photos, videos, documents, and other files to personal storage site. TC51 with
GMS only.
DWDemo - Provides a way to demonstrate the data capture features using the imager. See
DataWedge Demonstration on page 87 for more information.
Email - Use to send and receive email.
File Browser - Organize and manage files on the TC51. See File Browser on page 67 for more
information.
Gallery - Use to view photos stored on the microSD card. For more information, see Gallery on
page 75 for more information. TC51 without GMS only.
Gmail - Use to send and receive email using a Google email account. TC51 with GMS only.
Google - Launches Google search application. TC51 with GMS only.
Maps - Use to see your location on a map (with public transit, traffic or satellite overlays). Search
for any business or place of interest. Provides turn-by-turn navigation with voice guidance and
traffic-avoidance and alternate routes, for drivers, cyclist, walkers and users of public
transportation. TC51 with GMS only.
Music - Play music stored on the microSD card. TC51 without GMS only.
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Table 7 Applications (Continued)
Icon Description
Notes - Use to take and save notes.
Phone - Use to dial a phone number when used with some Voice over IP (VoIP) clients (VoIP
telephony ready only).
Photos - Use to sync photos with Google account. TC51 with GMS only.
Play Movies & TV - View movies and video on your device. TC51 with GMS only.
Play Music - Use to listen to music. TC51 with GMS only.
Play Store - Download music, movies, books, and Android apps and games from the Google
Play Store. TC51 with GMS only.
PTT Express - Use to launch PTT Express client for VoIP communication.
RxLogger - Use to diagnose device and application issues. See the TC51 Touch Computer
Integrator Guide for Android Version 7.1.2 for more information.
RxLogger Utility - Use to view, backup, and archive RxLogger data.
Search - (Available only on devices without GMS software).
Settings - Use to configure the TC51.
SimulScan Demo - Use to demonstrate the document capture feature of the TC51.
SMARTMU - A diagnostic intelligent app. Use to diagnose surrounding area and display network
stats, such as coverage hole detection, or AP in vicinity. See TC51 Touch Computer Integrator
Guide for Android Version 7.1.2 for more information.
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Table 7 Applications (Continued)
Icon Description
Snapdragon Camera - Take photos or record videos.For more information see Camera on page
70.
Sound Recorder - Use to record audio.
StageNow - Allows the TC51 to stage a device for initial use by initiating the deployment of
settings, firmware and software.
Voice Search - Use to perform searches by asking questions. TC51 with GMS only.
YouTube - Use to view videos on the YouTube web site. TC51 with GMS only.
Accessing Applications
All applications installed on the device are accessed using the APPS window.
1. On the Home screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen.
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Figure 27 APPS Window Example
Using the TC51
2. Slide the APPS window up or down to view more application icons. Touch an icon to open the application.
See Application Shortcuts and Widgets on page 41 for information on creating a shortcut on the Home screen.
Switching Between Recent Applications
1. Touch . A window appears on the screen with icons of recently used applications.
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Figure 28 Recently Used Applications
Using the TC51
2. Slide the window up and down to view all recently used applications.
3. Swipe left or right to remove application from the list and force close the application.
4. Touch an icon to open it or touch to return to the current screen.
Un-Locking the Screen
Use the Lock screen to protect access to data on the TC51. Some email account require locking the screen. Refer
to the TC51 Touch Computer Integrator Guide for Android Version 7.1.2 for information on setting up the locking
feature.
When locked, a pattern, PIN or password is required to unlock the device. Press the Power button to lock the
screen. The device also locks after a pre-defined time-out.
Press and release the Power button to wake the device. The Lock screen displays. Swipe the screen up to unlock.
If the Pattern screen unlock feature is enabled, the Pattern screen appears instead of the Lock screen. If the PIN or
Password screen unlock feature is enabled, enter the PIN or password after unlocking the screen.
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Figure 29 Lock Screen
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Figure 30 PIN Screen
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Figure 31 Pattern Screen
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Figure 32 Password Screen
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Resetting the Device
There are two reset functions, soft reset and hard reset.
Performing a Soft Reset
Perform a soft reset if applications stop responding.
1. Press and hold the Power button until the menu appears.
2. Touch Reset.
3. The device reboots.
Performing a Hard Reset
CAUTION:Performing a hard reset with a microSD card installed in the TC51 may cause damage or data
corruption to the microSD card.
Perform a hard reset if the TC51 stops responding.
1. Simultaneously press the Power, PTT and Volume Up buttons for at least four seconds.
2. When the screen turns off, release the buttons.
3. The TC51 reboots.
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Suspend Mode
The TC51 goes into suspend mode when the user presses the Power button or after a period of inactivity (set in
the Display settings window).
To wake the TC51 from Suspend mode, press the Power button. The Lock screen displays. Swipe the screen up to
unlock. If the Pattern screen unlock feature is enabled, the Pattern screen appears instead of the Lock screen. If
the PIN or Password screen unlock feature is enabled, enter the PIN or password after unlocking the screen. See
Un-Locking the Screen on page 52.
NOTE: If the user enters the PIN, password or pattern incorrectly five times, they must wait 30 seconds before
trying again.
If the user forgets the PIN, password or pattern contact the system administrator.
Figure 33 Lock Screen
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Transferring Files with a Host Computer via USB
Connect the TC51 to a host computer using the USB Charging cable or the 1-Slot USB cradle to transfer files
between the TC51 and the host computer. See Accessories for more information.
When connecting the TC51 to a host computer, follow the host computer’s instructions for connecting and
disconnecting USB devices, to avoid damaging or corrupting files.
Transferring Files using Media Transfer Protocol
NOTE: Use Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) to copy files between the TC51 (internal memory or microSD card)
and the host computer.
1. Connect the Rugged Charge/USB Cable to the TC51 or place the TC51 into the 1-Slot USB/Charge Only
Cradle. See Accessories for setup information.
2. Pull down the Notification panel and touch USB charging this device.
Figure 34 Use USB Dialog Box
3. Touch Transfer files.
4. On the host computer, open a file explorer application.
5. Locate the TC51 as a portable device.
6. Open the SD card or the Internal storage folder.
7. Copy files to and from the TC51 or delete files as required.
Transferring Files using Photo Transfer Protocol
NOTE: Use Photo Transfer Protocol (PTP) to copy photos from either the microSD card or internal memory to
the host computer.
1. Connect the Rugged Charge/USB Cable to the TC51 or place the TC51 into the 1-Slot USB/Charge Only
Cradle. See Accessories for setup information.
2. Pull down the Notification panel and touch USB charging this device.
3. Touch Transfer photos (PTP).
4. On the host computer, open a file explorer application.
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5. Open the SD card or the Internal storage folder.
6. Copy or delete photos as required.
Disconnect from the Host Computer
CAUTION:Carefully follow the host computer’s instructions to unmount the microSD card and disconnect USB
devices correctly to avoid losing information.
1. On the host computer, unmount the device.
2. Remove the USB Charging cable from the device or remove the device from the cradle.
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Introduction
This section describes the applications installed on the device.
ActiveEdge Touch Zone
The ActiveEdge Touch Zone application provides configurable settings which enables quick and convenient
one-touch access to key features or applications while users are in the middle of other applications or tasks. Once
configured, soft keys near the perimeter of the display provide access to those frequently used applications or
functions.
NOTE: The ActiveEdge Touch Zone is only available when the display is set to Portrait mode.
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Figure 35 ActiveEdge App Settings
Applications
• Start or Stop ActiveEdge Service - Touch to start/stop the ActiveEdge Service to enable/disable the
ActiveEdge Zone.
• Start ActiveEdge Service on Boot Up - Automatically start the ActiveEdge Service when the device
boots up. the Service is always running and always available.
• Left ActiveEdge Zone - Configure the left ActiveEdge Zone to Scanner, Drawer, or None.
• Right ActiveEdge Zone - Configure the right ActiveEdge Zone to Scanner, Drawer, or None.
• Select Apps for Drawer - Select up to three applications to appear on the Drawer.
• Restore - Restore the settings to the factory defaults.
Select the Settings menu > About to open the About ActiveEdge window, which displays the version number.
Figure 36 Left and Right ActiveEdge Zones
NOTE: The Left ActiveEdge Zone and the Right ActiveEdge Zone can be configured to any
combination of
Scanner, Drawer, or None, except that both zones cannot be configured to Drawer.
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If the Left ActiveEdge Zone or the Right ActiveEdge Zone is set to Drawer, select Select Apps for Drawer from
the Settings menu, select the menu options button , choose Select Apps, and choose up to three applications
to appear on the Drawer.
Figure 37 Select Apps for Drawer
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Figure 38 ActiveEdge Touch Zone Soft Key
Applications
ActiveEdge Touch
Zone Soft Key
Figure 39 Left ActiveEdge Zone set to Scanner and Right ActiveEdge Zone set to Drawer
ActiveEdge Touch
Zone Soft Key
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Battery Manager
The Battery Manager provides detailed information about the battery.
Figure 40 Battery Manager Screen
Applications
Table 8 Battery Icon Description
Battery Icon Description
Indicates battery charge level.
Indicates battery charging.
Indicates battery charge level is below 20%.
• Battery level - Indicate the current battery charge level as a percentage. Displays -% when level is
unknown.
• Time until full - Indicates the amount of time until the battery is fully charged.
• Time since charging - Indicates the amount of time since the device began charging.
• Time until empty - Indicates the amount of time until the battery is empty.
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• Battery status
• Not charging - Indicates that the device is not connected to AC power.
• Charging over AC - Indicates that the device is connected to AC power and charging.
• Charging over USB - Indicates that the device is connected to a host computer with a USB cable and
charging.
• Discharging - Indicates that the battery is discharging.
• Full - Indicates that the battery is fully charged.
• Unknown - Indicates that the battery status is unknown.
• Battery health - Indicates the health of the battery. If a critical error occurs, appears. Touch to view
error description.
• Decommission - The battery is past it’s useful life and should be replaced. See system administrator.
• Good - The battery is good.
• Charge error - An error occurred while charging. See system administrator.
• Over Current - An over-current condition occurred. See system administrator.
• Dead - The battery has no charge. Replace the battery.
• Over Voltage - An over-voltage condition occurred. See system administrator.
• Below Temperature - The battery temperature is below the
• Failure Detected - A failure has been detected in the battery. See system administrator.
• Unknown - See system administrator.
• Wear level - Indicates the health of the battery in graphical form. When the wear level exceeds 80%, the
bar color changes to red.
• Advanced info - Touch to view additional battery information.
• Battery present status - Amount of usable charge remaining in the battery at present, under the
current discharge conditions.
• Battery level - Indicates battery charge level as a percentage of scale.
• Battery scale - Battery scale level used to determine battery level (100).
• Battery voltage - Indicates current battery voltage in millivolts.
• Battery temperature - Indicates current battery temperature in degrees Centigrade.
• Battery technology - Lists the type of battery.
• Battery Current - Lists battery current in uA. (Available on builds BSP 19-01.4 and above).
• Battery manufacture date - Lists the date of manufacture.
• Battery serial number - Lists the battery serial number. The number matches the serial number
printed on the battery label.
• Battery part number - Lists the battery part number. The number matches the part number printed on
the battery label.
• Battery rated capacity - Lists the rated minimum capacity for the battery.
• Battery decommission status - Indicates if the battery is past it’s life span.
• Battery Good - Battery is in good health.
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• Decommissioned Battery - Battery is past it’s useful life and should be replaced.
• Base cumulative charge - Cumulative charge using Zebra charging equipment only.
• Battery present capacity - Maximum amount of charge that could be pulled from the battery under
the present discharge conditoins if the battery were fully charged. (Available on builds BSP 19-01.4
and above).
• Battery health percentage - With a range from 0 to 100, this is the ratio of “present_capacity” to
“design_capacity” at a discharge rate of “design_capacity”.(Available on builds BSP 19-01.4 and
above).
• % decommission threshold - Lists the default % decommission threshold for a gifted battery as 80%.
(Available on builds BSP 19-01.4 and above).
• Battery present charge - Amount of usable charge remaining in the battery at present under the
current discharge conditions. (Available on builds BSP 19-01.4 and above).
• Battery total cumulative charge - Lists the total accumulated charge in all chargers. (Available on
builds BSP 19-01.4 and above).
• Battery time since first use - Lists the time passed since the battery was placed in a Zebra terminal
for the first time. (Available on builds BSP 19-01.4 and above).
• App version - Lists the application version number.
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File Browser
Use the File Browser application to view and mange files on the device.
To open File Browser, swipe up from the bottom of the screen and touch .
Figure 41 File Browser Screen
Applications
The address bar indicates the current folder path. Touch the current folder path to manually enter a path and folder
name.
Use to select multiple files/folder.
Use to view the internal storage root folder.
Use to view the microSD card root folder.
Use to view the previous folder or to exit the application.
Touch and hold an item to perform an operation on that item. Select one of the options from the File Operations
menu:
• Information - View detailed information about the file or folder.
• Move - Move the file or folder to a new location.
• Copy - Copy the select file.
• Delete - Delete the selected file.
• Rename - Rename the select file.
• Open as - Open the selected file as a specific file type.
• Share - Share the file with other devices.
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Touch to open menu options:
• New Folder - Create a new folder.
• Search - Search for a specific file on the device.
• Sort - Select the sort order of the files by name, type, size or date.
• Refresh - Refresh the current folder.
• List View - Change the folder to display item is a list.
• Grid View - Change the folder to display item is a grid.
• Change Size - Change the size of the icons.
• About File Browser - Displays the app version.
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Contacts
Use the Contacts application to manage contacts.
From a Home or Apps screen, touch . People opens to the main list of contacts. View contacts in three ways at
the top of the screen: Groups, All contacts, and Favorites. Touch the tabs to change how to view the contacts.
Swipe up or down to scroll through the lists.
Adding a Contact
1. In the Contacts application, touch .
2. If there are more than one account with contacts, touch the one to use.
3. Type the contact’s name and other information. Touch a field to start typing, and swipe down to view all
categories.
4. To open a menu with preset labels, such as Home or Work for an email address, touch the label to the right of
the item of contact information. Or, to create your own label, touch Custom in the menu.
5. Touch the check mark next to Add new contact.
Editing Contacts
Applications
1. In the Contacts application, touch a contact name to edit.
2. Touch .
3. Edit the contact information.
4. Touch the check mark next to Edit contact.
Deleting Contacts
1. In the Contacts application, touch a contact name to delete.
2. Touch .
3. Touch Delete.
4. Touch OK to confirm.
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Camera
This section provides information for taking photos and recording videos using the integrated digital cameras.
Taking Photos
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
Figure 42 Camera Mode
Applications
NOTE: If a microSD card is installed and the storage path is changed manually, the TC51 saves photos and
videos on the microSD card. By default, or if a microSD card is not installed, the TC51 saves photos and videos
on the internal storage.
NOTE: Camera settings are described in Photo Settings on page 72.
Beautification
Scene Mode
Gallery
Settings
Camera Mode
Shutter Button
2. If necessary, touch the Camera Mode icon and touch .
3. Frame the subject on the screen.
4. To zoom in or out, press two fingers on the display and pinch or expand fingers. The zoom controls appear on
the screen.
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5. Touch an area on the screen to focus. The focus circle appears on the screen. The two bars turn green when
in focus.
6. Touch .
The camera takes a photo and a shutter sound plays.
The photo momentarily displays as a thumbnail in the lower left corner.
Taking a Panoramic Photo
Panorama mode lets the user create a single wide image by panning slowly across a scene.
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
Figure 43 Panoramic Mode
2. Touch the Camera Mode and touch .
3. Frame one side of the scene to capture.
4. Touch and slowly start panning across the area to capture. A small white square appears inside the button
indicating the capture is in progress.
If panning too quickly, the message Too fast appears.
5. Touch to end the shot. The panorama appears immediately and a progress indicator displays while it saves
the image.
Recording Videos
To record a video:
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1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch the options bar and touch .
Figure 44 Video Mode
Audio
Settings
Gallery
Shutter Button
3. Point the camera and frame the scene.
4. To zoom in or out, press two fingers on the display and pinch or expand fingers. The zoom controls appear on
Camera Mode
the screen.
5. Touch to start recording.
The device starts recording the video. The video time remaining appears in the top left of the screen.
6. Touch to end recording.
The video momentarily displays as a thumbnail in the lower left corner.
Photo Settings
When in Photo mode, photo settings are displayed on screen. Touch to display the photo settings options.
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• Flash - Touch to set whether the camera relies on its light meter to decide whether a flash is necessary, or
to turn it on or off for all shots.
• Off - Disable flash.
• Auto - Camera adjusts flash automatically depending upon light meter (default).
• On - Enable flash upon taking a photo.
• Torch - Turn flash on continuously.
• Picture size - Touch to set the size (in pixels) of the photo. Options: 13M pixels (default), 8M pixels, 5M
pixels, 3M pixels, HD 1080, 2M pixels, HD 720, 1M pixels, WVGA, VGA, or QVGA.
• Picture quality - Touch to select picture quality setting. Options: Low, Standard (default) or High.
• Countdown timer - Options: Off (default), 2 seconds, 5 seconds or 10 seconds.
• Storage – Touch to select location to store the photo. Options: Phone or SD Card.
• Face Detection - Select to enable face detection. Options: Off (default) or On.
• ISO - Set how sensitive the camera is to light. Options: Auto (default), ISO Auto (HJR), ISO100, ISO200,
ISO400, ISO800 or ISO1600.
• Exposure - Touch to adjust the exposure settings. Options: +2, +1, 0(default), -1 or -2.
• White balance - Touch to select how Camera adjusts colors in different kinds of light, to achieve the most
natural-looking colors.
• Incandescent - Adjust the white balance for incandescent lighting.
• Fluorescent - Adjust the white balance for florescent lighting.
• Auto - Adjust the white balance automatically (default).
• Daylight - Adjust the white balance for daylight.
• Cloudy - Adjust the white balance for a cloudy environment.
• Focus mode - Touch to select the camera focus setting. Options: Auto, Infinity, Macro or CAF
(Continuous Auto Focus) (default).
• ZSL - Set the camera to immediately take a picture when the button is pressed (default – enabled)
Video Settings
When in Video mode, video settings are displayed on screen. Touch to display the video settings options.
• Flash - Touch to set whether Rear-facing Camera relies on its light meter to decide whether a flash is
necessary, or to turn it on or off for all shots.
• Off - Disable flash (default).
• Torch - Turn flash on continuously.
• Video quality - Touch to select video quality. Options: HD 1080p (default), HD 720p, or SD 480p.
• Video duration - Options: 30 seconds (MMS) or 30 minutes (default).
• Storage – Touch to select location to store the photo. Options: Phone (default) or SD Card.
• White balance - Touch to select how Camera adjusts colors in different kinds of light, to achieve the most
natural-looking colors.
• Incandescent - Adjust the white balance for incandescent lighting.
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• Fluorescent - Adjust the white balance for florescent lighting.
• Auto - Adjust the white balance automatically (default).
• Daylight - Adjust the white balance for daylight.
• Cloudy - Adjust the white balance for a cloudy environment.
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Gallery
Use Gallery to:
Gallery presents all photos and videos stored on the microSD card and internal memory.
To open the Gallery application, swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch or in the camera
application touch the thumbnail image at the bottom left.
Applications
NOTE: The device supports the following image formats: jpeg, gif, png and bmp.
The device supports the following video formats: H.263, H.264 and MPEG4 Simple Profile.
Available on TC51 without GMS only.
• view photos
• play videos
• perform basic editing of photos
• set photos as wallpaper
• set photos as a contact photo
• share photos and videos.
By default, Gallery opens to the Timeline view.
Figure 45 Gallery - Timeline View
Touch > Albums to view photos sorted by albums or > Videos to view only videos.
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Figure 46 Gallery — Albums
Applications
• Touch an album to open it and view its contents. The photos and videos in the album are displayed in
chronological order.
• Touch a photo or video in an album to view it.
• Touch > Timeline to return to the main Gallery screen.
Working with Albums
Albums are groups of images and videos in folders. Touch an album to open it. The photos and videos are listed in
a chronologically ordered grid. The name of the album displays at the top of the screen.
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Figure 47 Photos Inside an Album
Applications
Swipe left or right to scroll images across the screen.
Share an Album
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch and hold an album until it highlights.
3. Touch other albums as required.
4. Touch . The Share menu opens. Touch the application to use to share the selected albums.
5. Follow the instructions within the selected application.
Get Album Information
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch and hold an album until it highlights.
3. Touch .
4. Touch Details.
Deleting an Album
To delete an album and its contents:
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch and hold an album until it highlights.
3. Check other albums to delete. Ensure that other albums are selected.
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4. Touch .
5. In the Delete selected item? menu, touch OK to delete the album.
Working with Photos
Use Gallery to view photos on the microSD card and edit and share photos.
Viewing and Browsing Photos
To view a photo:
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch an album to open it.
3. Touch a photo.
Figure 48 Photo Example
4. Swipe left or right to view the next or previous photo in the album.
5. Turn the device to view the photo in upright (portrait) or sideways (landscape) orientation. The photo is
displayed (but not saved) in the new orientation.
6. Touch the photo to view the controls.
7. Double-tap the screen to zoom in or pinch two fingers together or spread them apart to zoom in or out.
8. Drag the photo to view parts that are not in view.
Cropping a Photo
1. In Gallery, touch a photo to view the controls.
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2. Touch > > . The cropping tool appears.
3. Use the cropping tool to select the portion of the photo to crop.
• Drag from the inside of the cropping tool to move it.
• Drag an edge of the cropping tool to resize it to any proportion.
Figure 49 Cropping Tool
4. Touch the check mark > SAVE to save a copy of the cropped photo. The original version is retained.
Setting a Photo as a Contact Icon
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch an album to open it.
3. Touch the photo to open it.
4. Touch .
5. Touch Set picture as.
6. Touch Contact photo.
7. In the People application, touch a contact.
8. Touch the white box and crop the photo accordingly.
9. Touch Save.
Share a Photo
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
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2. Touch an album to open it.
3. Touch a photo to open it.
4. Touch .
5. Touch the application to use to share the selected photo. The application selected opens with the photo
attached to a new message.
Deleting a Photo
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch an album to open it.
3. Touch a photo to open it.
4. Touch .
5. Touch OK to delete the photo.
Working with Videos
Use Gallery to view videos and share videos.
Watching Videos
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch an album to open it.
3. Touch a video.
4. Touch . The video begins to play.
5. Touch the screen to view the playback controls.
Sharing a Video
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch an album to open it.
3. Touch a video to open it.
4. Touch . The Share menu appears.
5. Touch the application to use to share the selected video. The application selected opens with the video
attached to a new message.
Deleting a Video
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch an album to open it.
3. Touch a video to open it.
4. Touch .
5. Touch OK.
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Photos
Use Photos to:
Photos presents all photos and videos stored on the microSD card and internal memory.
To open the Photos application, swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
Applications
NOTE: The device supports the following image formats: jpeg, gif, png and bmp.
The device supports the following video formats: H.263, H.264 and MPEG4 Simple Profile.
Available on TC51 with GMS only.
• view photos
• play videos
• perform basic editing of photos
• set photos as wallpaper
• set photos as a contact photo
• share photos and videos.
By default, Photos opens to the Photos view
Figure 50 Photos View
Touch Albums to view photos sorted by albums.
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Figure 51 Albums View
Applications
• Touch an album to open it and view its contents. The photos and videos in the album are displayed in
chronological order.
• Touch a photo or video in an album to view it.
• Touch to return to the main screen.
Working with Albums
Albums are groups of images and videos in folders. Touch an album to open it. The photos and videos are listed in
a chronologically ordered grid. The name of the album displays at the top of the screen.
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Figure 52 Photos Inside an Album
Applications
Swipe up to scroll images across the screen.
Share an Album
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch Albums.
3. Touch an album.
4. Touch > Select.
5. Select all photos in the album.
6. Touch . The Share menu opens. Touch the application to use to share the selected albums.
7. Follow the instructions within the selected application.
Deleting an Album
To delete an album and its contents:
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch Albums.
3. Touch an album.
4. Touch > Select.
5. Select all photos in the album.
6. Touch .
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7. Touch Move to trash to delete the album.
Working with Photos
Use Photos to view photos on the internal memory and the microSD card.
Viewing and Browsing Photos
To view a photo:
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch a photo.
Figure 53 Photo Example
3. Swipe left or right to view the next or previous photo in the album.
4. Turn the device to view the photo in upright (portrait) or sideways (landscape) orientation. The photo is
displayed (but not saved) in the new orientation.
5. Touch the photo to view the controls.
6. Double-tap the screen to zoom in or pinch two fingers together or spread them apart to zoom in or out.
7. Drag the photo to view parts that are not in view.
Cropping a Photo
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch a photo to view the controls.
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3. Touch > . The cropping tool appears.
Figure 54 Cropping Tool
4. Use the cropping tool to select the portion of the photo to crop.
• Drag from the inside of the cropping tool to move it.
• Drag an edge of the cropping tool to resize it to any proportion.
5. Touch DONE.
6. Touch SAVE to save a copy of the cropped photo. The original version is retained.
Setting a Photo as a Contact Icon
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch the photo to open it.
3. Touch > Use as.
4. Touch Contact photo.
5. In the Contacts application, touch a contact.
6. Touch the white box and crop the photo accordingly.
7. Touch Done.
Share a Photo
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch an album to open it.
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3. Touch a photo to open it.
4. Touch .
5. Touch the application to use to share the selected photo. The application selected opens with the photo
attached to a new message.
Deleting a Photo
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch a photo to open it.
3. Touch .
4. Touch Move to trash to delete the photo.
Working with Videos
Use Photos to view videos and share videos.
Watching Videos
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch a video. The video automatically start playing.
3. Touch the screen to view the playback controls.
Sharing a Video
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch a video to open it.
3. Touch . The Share menu appears.
4. Touch the application to use to share the selected video. The application selected opens with the video
attached to a new message.
Deleting a Video
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Touch a video to open it.
3. Touch .
4. Touch Move to trash to delete the photo.
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DataWedge Demonstration
NOTE: DataWedge is enabled by default when the Home screen displays, but you cannot scan from the Home
screen since the Launcher profile is disabled. To enable the Launcher profile, go to the DataWedge settings, select
Launcher, and check the Profile enabled checkbox. To disable DataWedge, go to the DataWedge settings and
uncheck the Enable/disable DataWedge checkbox.
Use DataWedge Demonstration to demonstrate data capture functionality.
Figure 55 DataWedge Demonstration Window
Applications
Table 9 DataWedge Demonstration Icons
Icon Description
Illumination Indicates imager illumination is off. Touch to turn illumination on.
Indicates imager illumination is on. Touch to turn illumination off.
Data Capture Indicates that the data capture function is through the internal imager.
Indicates that an DS3678, RS507 or RS6000 Bluetooth imager is
connected.
Indicates that an DS3678, RS507 or RS6000 Bluetooth imager is not
connected.
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Table 9 DataWedge Demonstration Icons (Continued)
Icon Description
Scan Mode Indicates imager is in picklist mode. Touch to change to normal scan
mode.
Indicates imager is in normal scan mode. Touch to change to picklist
mode.
Opens a menu to view the application information or to set the
application DataWedge profile.
NOTE: See the
DataWedge configuration.
Figure 56 Data Capture Options Menu
Select a scanner to use. See Data Capture for configuring scanner options.
Either press the programmable button or touch the yellow scan button to enable data capture. The captured data
appears in the text field below the yellow button.
TC51 Touch Computer Integrator Guide for Android Version 7.1.2
for information on
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Sound Recorder
Use Sound Recorder to record audio messages.
Recordings are saved on the microSD card (if installed) or the Internal Storage and available in the Music
application (TC51 without GMS) or the Play Music application (TC51 with GMS).
Figure 57 Sound Recorder Application
Applications
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PTT Express Voice Client
NOTE: PTT Express Voice Client creates Push-To-Talk (PTT) communication capability between disparate
enterprise devices. Leveraging existing Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) infrastructure, PTT Express delivers
simple PTT communication without the need of a voice communication server.
• Group Call: Press and hold the PTT button to start communicating with other voice client users.
• Private Response: Double-press and the PTT button to respond to the originator of the last broadcast or
to make a Private Response.
PTT Audible Indicators
The following tones provide helpful cues when using the voice client.
• Talk Tone: Double chirp. Plays when the Talk button is depressed. This is a prompt for the user to start
talking.
• Access Tone: Single beep. Plays when another user just finished a broadcast or response. The user is
now able to initiate a Group Broadcast or Private Response.
• Busy Tone: Continuous tone. Plays when the Talk button is depressed and another user is already
communicating on the same talkgroup. Plays after the maximum allowed talk time is reached (60
seconds).
• Network Tone:
• Three increasing pitch beeps. Plays when PTT Express has acquired the WLAN connection and the
service is enabled.
• Three decreasing pitch beeps. Plays when PTT Express has lost the WLAN connection or the service
is disabled.
Applications
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Figure 58 PTT Express Default User Interface
Notification Icon
Settings
Service Indication
Talk Group
Table 10 PTT Express Default User Interface Descriptions
Enable/Disable Switch
Item Description
Notification Icon Indicates the current state of the PTT Express client.
Service Indication Indicates the status of the PTT Express client. Options: Service Enabled, Service
Disabled or Service Unavailable.
Talk Groups Lists all 32 Talk Groups available for PTT communication.
Settings Opens the PTT Express Settings screen.
Enable/Disable
Switch
Turns the PTT service on and off.
Notification Icons
Indicates the current state of the PTT Express Voice client.
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Table 11 PTT Express Default User Interface Descriptions
Status Icon Description
Indicates that PTT Express Voice client is disabled.
Indicates that PTT Express Voice client is enabled but not connected to a WLAN.
Indicates that PTT Express Voice client is enabled, connected to a WLAN and listening on the
Talk Group indicated by the number next to the icon.
Indicates that PTT Express Voice client is enabled, connected to a WLAN and communicating
on the Talk Group indicated by the number next to the icon.
Indicates that PTT Express Voice client is enabled, connected to a WLAN and in a private
response.
Indicates that PTT Express Voice client is enabled and muted.
Indicates that the PTT Express Voice client is enabled but it is not able to communicate due to
a VoIP telephony call is in progress.
Enabling PTT Communication
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Slide the Enable/Disable Switch to the ON position. The button changes to an ON button.
Selecting a Talk Group
One of 32 Talk Groups can be selected by PTT Express users. However, only one talk group may be enabled at a
time on the device. Touch one of the 32 Talk Groups. The selected Talk Group is highlighted.
PTT Communication
NOTE: This section describes the default PTT Express client configuration. See the
Guide
for detailed information on using the client.
PTT communication may be established as a Group Call. When PTT Express is enabled, the PTT button on the left
side of the device is assigned for PTT communication. When the Wired Headset is used, Group Calls can also be
initiated using the headset Talk button.
PTT Express V1.2 User
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Figure 59 PTT Buttons
PTT Button
Creating a Group Call
1. Press and hold the PTT button (or the Talk button on the headset) and listen for the talk tone to play.
If a busy tone is heard, release the button and wait a moment before making another attempt. Ensure that PTT
Express and the WLAN are enabled.
2. Start talking after the talk tone is heard.
NOTE: If the user holds the button for more than 60 seconds (default), the call is dropped allowing others to
make Group calls. The user should release the button when finished talking to allow others to make calls.
3. Release the button when finished talking.
Responding with a Private Response
The Private Response can only be initiated once a Group Call has been established. The initial Private Response
is made to the originator of the Group Call.
1. Wait until an access tone is heard.
2. Within 10 seconds, double-press the PTT button, and listen for the talk tone to play.
3. If a busy tone is heard, release the button and wait a moment before making another attempt. Ensure that PTT
Express and the WLAN are enabled.
4. Start talking after the talk tone plays.
5. Release the button when finished talking.
Disabling PTT Express Voice Client Communication
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
2. Slide the Enable/Disable Switch to the OFF position. The button changes to OFF.
3. Touch .
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RxLogger
RxLogger is a comprehensive diagnostic tool that provides application and system metrics. It allows for custom
plug-ins to be created and work seamlessly with this tool. RxLogger is used to diagnose device and application
issues. Its information tracking includes the following: CPU load, memory load, memory snapshots, battery
consumption, power states, wireless logging, cellular logging, TCP dumps, Bluetooth logging, GPS logging, logcat,
FTP push/pull, ANR dumps, etc. All logs and files generated are saved onto flash storage on the device (internal or
external).
Figure 60 RxLogger
Applications
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RxLogger Utility
RxLogger Utility is a data monitoring application for viewing logs in the TC51 while RxLogger is running. The user
can access the logs and RxLogger Utility features in the App View or the Overlay View.
In the App View the user views logs in the RxLogger Utility.
Figure 61 RxLogger Utility App View
Applications
Refer to the TC51 Touch Computer Integrator Guide for detailed information about using RxLogger Utility.
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Diagnostic Tool
The Diagnostic Tool is a utility that determines the health of the TC51. Use the Diagnostic Tool to troubleshooting
the device and determine issues.
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen and touch .
Figure 62 Diagnostic Tool
Applications
2. Touch Run Test. The app tests all enabled subsystems (by default only the Battery and System tests are
enabled). See Settings on page 100 to enable subsystem tests.
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Figure 63 Test Passed Screen
Applications
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Figure 64 Test Failed Screen
Applications
3. To view each individual subsystem test, touch Subsystem Tests.
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Figure 65 Subsystem Screen
Applications
Table 12 Subsystem Test Result Indicators
Status Icon Description
Indicates test passed.
Indicates test failed.
Indicates test not supported or not enabled.
4. Touch one of the subsystems to view details.
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Figure 66 Battery Subsystem Details
Applications
Settings
By default only the Battery and System tests are enabled. To enable other tests:
1. Touch > Settings.
2. Touch to the left of the test name. A green box with a checkmark appears.
3. Touch SAVE.
4. Touch Yes to confirm.
5. Touch .
Battery Test Information
The Battery Test obtains the following information:
• Battery Level - Indicates the current battery charge level.
• Battery Voltage - Indicates the current battery voltage.
• Status - Indicates if the battery is charging (on AC power) or discharging (on battery power).
• Power Source - Indicates whether the device is receiving power from the battery or from an external
source.
• Temperature - Indicates the current battery temperature.
• Charge Cycles - Not applicable.
• Backup Battery Voltage - Indicates backup battery voltage.
• Manufacture Date - Not applicable (Displays the manufacture date of the battery).
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