Zebra TC56 User Manual

TC56

Touch Computer

User Guide

for Android™ Version 6.0.1

MN-002958-02

TC56 USER GUIDE FOR ANDROID VERSION 6.0.1

MN-002958-02

Rev. A

February 2017

No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form, or by any electrical or mechanical means, without permission in writing from Zebra. This includes electronic or mechanical means, such as photocopying, recording, or information storage and retrieval systems. The material in this manual is subject to change without notice.

The software is provided strictly on an “as is” basis. All software, including firmware, furnished to the user is on a licensed basis. Zebra grants to the user a non-transferable and non-exclusive license to use each software or firmware program delivered hereunder (licensed program). Except as noted below, such license may not be assigned, sublicensed, or otherwise transferred by the user without prior written consent of Zebra. No right to copy a licensed program in whole or in part is granted, except as permitted under copyright law. The user shall not modify, merge, or incorporate any form or portion of a licensed program with other program material, create a derivative work from a licensed program, or use a licensed program in a network without written permission from Zebra. The user agrees to maintain Zebra’s copyright notice on the licensed programs delivered hereunder, and to include the same on any authorized copies it makes, in whole or in part. The user agrees not to decompile, disassemble, decode, or reverse engineer any licensed program delivered to the user or any portion thereof.

Zebra reserves the right to make changes to any software or product to improve reliability, function, or design.

Zebra does not assume any product liability arising out of, or in connection with, the application or use of any product, circuit, or application described herein.

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No license is granted, either expressly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise under any Zebra Technologies Corporation, intellectual property rights. An implied license only exists for equipment, circuits, and subsystems contained in Zebra products.

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Revision History

Changes to the original guide are listed below:

Change	Date	Description
-01 Rev. A	01/2017	Initial release.
-02 Rev. A	8/2018	Update cleaning instructions.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Revision History .................................................................................................................................	iii
About This Guide
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................	xiii
Documentation Set ..........................................................................................................................	xiii
Configurations..................................................................................................................................	xiii
Software Versions............................................................................................................................	xiv
Chapter Descriptions .......................................................................................................................	xiv
Notational Conventions....................................................................................................................	xv
Icon Conventions .............................................................................................................................	xv
Related Documents .........................................................................................................................	xv
Service Information ..........................................................................................................................	xvi
Chapter 1: Getting Started
Unpacking ......................................................................................................................................	1-1
Features .........................................................................................................................................	1-2
Setup ..............................................................................................................................................	1-4
Installing a microSD Card ........................................................................................................	1-4
Installing the SIM Card .............................................................................................................	1-7
Installing the Battery .................................................................................................................	1-9
Charging the Battery ..............................................................................................................	1-10
Charging Indicators ................................................................................................................	1-11
Google Account Setup ...........................................................................................................	1-11
Replacing the Battery ...................................................................................................................	1-11
Replacing the microSD Card .......................................................................................................	1-13
Replacing the SIM Card ...............................................................................................................	1-14
Accessing Device Settings ...........................................................................................................	1-16
Battery Management ....................................................................................................................	1-17
Monitor Battery Usage ...........................................................................................................	1-17
Low Battery Notification .........................................................................................................	1-18
Battery Optimization ...............................................................................................................	1-18
Turning Off the Radios .....................................................................................................	1-18

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Setting the Date and Time ...........................................................................................................	1-19
Display Setting .............................................................................................................................	1-19
Setting the Screen Brightness ................................................................................................	1-19
Setting Screen Rotation .........................................................................................................	1-19
Setting Home Screen Rotation ...............................................................................................	1-20
Setting Screen Timeout Setting .............................................................................................	1-20
Setting Font Size ....................................................................................................................	1-21
Touch Panel Mode .................................................................................................................	1-21
Setting Notification LED .........................................................................................................	1-22
General Sound Setting .................................................................................................................	1-22
Wake-Up Sources ........................................................................................................................	1-24
Chapter 2: Using the TC56
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................	2-1
Google Mobile Services .................................................................................................................	2-1
Home Screen .................................................................................................................................	2-2
Status Bar ................................................................................................................................	2-3
Status Icons .......................................................................................................................	2-4
Notification Icons ................................................................................................................	2-5
Managing Notifications .............................................................................................................	2-6
Application Shortcuts and Widgets ..........................................................................................	2-7
Adding an Application to the Home Screen .......................................................................	2-7
Adding a Widget to the Home Screen ................................................................................	2-8
Moving Items on the Home Screen ....................................................................................	2-8
Removing an Application Shortcut or Widget from the Home Screen ...............................	2-8
Folders .....................................................................................................................................	2-8
Creating a Folder ...............................................................................................................	2-8
Naming Folders ..................................................................................................................	2-8
Removing a Folder .............................................................................................................	2-9
Home Screen Wallpaper ..........................................................................................................	2-9
Using the Touchscreen ..................................................................................................................	2-9
Keyboards ....................................................................................................................................	2-10
Keyboard Configuration ...................................................................................................	2-10
Using the Enterprise Keyboard ..............................................................................................	2-10
Numeric Tab .....................................................................................................................	2-10
Alpha Tab .........................................................................................................................	2-11
Additional Character Tab .................................................................................................	2-11
Scan Tab ..........................................................................................................................	2-12
Using the Android Keyboard ..................................................................................................	2-12
Editing Text ......................................................................................................................	2-12
Entering Numbers, Symbols and Special Characters ......................................................	2-12
Applications ..................................................................................................................................	2-13
Accessing Applications ..........................................................................................................	2-17
Switching Between Recent Applications ................................................................................	2-17
Un-Locking the Screen ................................................................................................................	2-18
Resetting the Device ....................................................................................................................	2-22
Performing a Soft Reset .........................................................................................................	2-22
Performing a Hard Reset .......................................................................................................	2-22
Suspend Mode .............................................................................................................................	2-23

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Transferring Files with a Host Computer via USB .......................................................................	2-23
Transferring Files using Media Transfer Protocol ..................................................................	2-24
Transferring Files using Photo Transfer Protocol ...................................................................	2-24
Disconnect from the Host Computer ......................................................................................	2-25
Chapter 3: Calls
Emergency Calling .........................................................................................................................	3-1
Audio Modes ..................................................................................................................................	3-1
Using a Bluetooth Headset ............................................................................................................	3-1
Using a Wired Headset ..................................................................................................................	3-2
Adjusting Audio Volume .................................................................................................................	3-2
Making a Call Using the Dialer .......................................................................................................	3-3
Dialer Dialing Options ..............................................................................................................	3-5
Making a Call Using Contacts ........................................................................................................	3-6
Using the Dialer ........................................................................................................................	3-6
Using the Contacts Application ................................................................................................	3-6
Making a Call Using Call History ....................................................................................................	3-8
Making a Conference Call on GSM ...............................................................................................	3-9
Three-Way Calling on CDMA .......................................................................................................	3-12
Answering Calls ...........................................................................................................................	3-15
Call Settings .................................................................................................................................	3-16
Chapter 4: Applications
Battery Manager ............................................................................................................................	4-1
File Browser ...................................................................................................................................	4-4
Messaging ......................................................................................................................................	4-5
Sending a Text Message .........................................................................................................	4-5
Sending a Multimedia Message ...............................................................................................	4-5
Contacts .........................................................................................................................................	4-7
Adding a Contact ......................................................................................................................	4-7
Editing Contacts .......................................................................................................................	4-7
Deleting Contacts .....................................................................................................................	4-7
Camera ..........................................................................................................................................	4-8
Taking Photos ..........................................................................................................................	4-8
Taking a Panoramic Photo .......................................................................................................	4-9
Recording Videos ...................................................................................................................	4-10
Photo Settings ........................................................................................................................	4-11
Video Settings ........................................................................................................................	4-11
Gallery ..........................................................................................................................................	4-13
Working with Albums ..............................................................................................................	4-14
Share an Album ...............................................................................................................	4-15
Get Album Information .....................................................................................................	4-15
Deleting an Album ............................................................................................................	4-15
Working with Photos ..............................................................................................................	4-16
Viewing and Browsing Photos ..........................................................................................	4-16
Cropping a Photo .............................................................................................................	4-17
Setting a Photo as a Contact Icon ....................................................................................	4-17
Share a Photo ..................................................................................................................	4-18

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Deleting a Photo ...............................................................................................................	4-18
Working with Videos ...............................................................................................................	4-18
Watching Videos ..............................................................................................................	4-18
Sharing a Video ................................................................................................................	4-18
Deleting a Video ...............................................................................................................	4-18
DataWedge Demonstration ..........................................................................................................	4-20
Sound Recorder ...........................................................................................................................	4-22
PTT Express Voice Client ............................................................................................................	4-23
PTT Audible Indicators ...........................................................................................................	4-23
Notification Icons ....................................................................................................................	4-24
Enabling PTT Communication ...............................................................................................	4-25
Selecting a Talk Group ...........................................................................................................	4-25
PTT Communication ..............................................................................................................	4-25
Creating a Group Call ......................................................................................................	4-26
Responding with a Private Response ..............................................................................	4-26
Disabling PTT Express Voice Client Communication ............................................................	4-26
RxLogger .....................................................................................................................................	4-27
Elemez .........................................................................................................................................	4-28
Disabling Elemez Data Collection ..........................................................................................	4-28
Enabling Elemez Data Collection ...........................................................................................	4-29
Chapter 5: Data Capture
Imaging ..........................................................................................................................................	5-1
Operational Modes ...................................................................................................................	5-1
RS507 Hands-Free Imager ............................................................................................................	5-2
RS6000 Bluetooth Ring Scanner ...................................................................................................	5-2
DS3678 Digital Scanner .................................................................................................................	5-2
Scanning Considerations ...............................................................................................................	5-3
Bar Code Scanning with Internal Imager .......................................................................................	5-3
Bar Code Capture with RS6000 Bluetooth Ring Scanner ..............................................................	5-5
Bar Code Capture with RS507 Hands-Free Imager ......................................................................	5-6
Bar Code Capture with DS3678 Bluetooth Scanner ......................................................................	5-7
Pairing the RS507/RS6000 Hands-Free Imager ............................................................................	5-8
Pairing Using Near Field Communication ................................................................................	5-9
Pairing in HID Mode Using Near Field Communication ...........................................................	5-9
Pairing Using Simple Serial Interface .....................................................................................	5-11
Pairing Using Bluetooth Human Interface Device ..................................................................	5-11
Pairing the DS3678 Digital Scanner ............................................................................................	5-12
Pairing Using Bluetooth Human Interface Device ..................................................................	5-12
DataWedge ..................................................................................................................................	5-13
Enabling DataWedge .............................................................................................................	5-13
Disabling DataWedge ............................................................................................................	5-13
Chapter 6: Wireless
Wireless Wide Area Networks .......................................................................................................	6-1
Sharing the Mobile Data Connection .......................................................................................	6-1
USB Tethering ....................................................................................................................	6-1
Bluetooth Tethering ............................................................................................................	6-2

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Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot .......................................................................................................	6-2
Cellular Network Settings .........................................................................................................	6-3
Disabling Data When Roaming ..........................................................................................	6-3
Preferred Network Type .....................................................................................................	6-4
Enhanced 4G LTE Mode ....................................................................................................	6-5
Search for MicroCell ...........................................................................................................	6-5
System Select ....................................................................................................................	6-5
Editing the Access Point Name ..........................................................................................	6-5
Locking the SIM Card ...............................................................................................................	6-6
Data Usage ..............................................................................................................................	6-6
Set Data Usage Warning ...................................................................................................	6-8
Set Auto-Sync ....................................................................................................................	6-8
Wireless Local Area Networks .......................................................................................................	6-8
Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network .....................................................................................	6-8
Remove a Wi-Fi Network .......................................................................................................	6-10
Bluetooth ......................................................................................................................................	6-11
Adaptive Frequency Hopping .................................................................................................	6-11
Security ..................................................................................................................................	6-11
Bluetooth Profiles ...................................................................................................................	6-12
Bluetooth Power States ..........................................................................................................	6-12
Bluetooth Radio Power ..........................................................................................................	6-13
Enabling Bluetooth ...........................................................................................................	6-13
Disabling Bluetooth ..........................................................................................................	6-13
Discovering Bluetooth Device(s) ............................................................................................	6-13
Changing the Bluetooth Name ...............................................................................................	6-13
Connecting to a Bluetooth Device ..........................................................................................	6-14
Selecting Profiles on the Bluetooth Device ............................................................................	6-14
Unpairing a Bluetooth Device .................................................................................................	6-14
Near Field Communications .........................................................................................................	6-15
Reading NFC Cards ...............................................................................................................	6-15
Sharing Information Using NFC .............................................................................................	6-16
Chapter 7: Accessories
Accessories ....................................................................................................................................	7-1
1-Slot USB Charge Cradle .............................................................................................................	7-5
Charging the Device .................................................................................................................	7-5
Inserting a TC56 with Rugged Boot into Cradle .......................................................................	7-6
Battery Charging ......................................................................................................................	7-7
Charging Temperature .......................................................................................................	7-7
4-Slot Charge Only Cradle with Battery Charger ...........................................................................	7-8
Charging the TC56 ...................................................................................................................	7-8
Inserting a TC56 with Rugged Boot into Cradle .....................................................................	7-10
Battery Charging ....................................................................................................................	7-10
Main Battery Charging .....................................................................................................	7-10
Spare Battery Charging ....................................................................................................	7-10
Charging Temperature .....................................................................................................	7-11
5-Slot Charge Only Cradle ...........................................................................................................	7-12
Charging the TC56 .................................................................................................................	7-12
Inserting a TC56 with Rugged Boot into Cradle .....................................................................	7-13

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Battery Charging ....................................................................................................................	7-14
Charging Temperature .....................................................................................................	7-14
5-Slot Ethernet Cradle .................................................................................................................	7-15
Charging the TC56 .................................................................................................................	7-15
Inserting a TC56 with Rugged Boot into Cradle .....................................................................	7-16
Battery Charging ....................................................................................................................	7-16
Charging Temperature .....................................................................................................	7-17
Establishing Ethernet Connection ..........................................................................................	7-17
LED Indicators ........................................................................................................................	7-17
4-Slot Battery Charger .................................................................................................................	7-18
Charging Spare Batteries .......................................................................................................	7-18
Battery Charging ....................................................................................................................	7-19
Spare Battery Charging ....................................................................................................	7-19
Charging Temperature .....................................................................................................	7-19
Rugged Boot ................................................................................................................................	7-20
Installation ..............................................................................................................................	7-20
Installing Stylus ......................................................................................................................	7-21
Charging with Cradles ............................................................................................................	7-22
2.5 mm Audio Adapter .................................................................................................................	7-24
3.5 mm Audio Adapter .................................................................................................................	7-25
Rugged Charge/USB Cable .........................................................................................................	7-26
Connecting to TC56 ...............................................................................................................	7-26
Connecting to TC56 with Rugged Boot ..................................................................................	7-27
USB Communication ..............................................................................................................	7-28
Charging the Device ...............................................................................................................	7-28
Disconnecting the Rugged Charge/USB Cable .....................................................................	7-29
Battery Charging ....................................................................................................................	7-30
Main Battery Charging .....................................................................................................	7-30
Charging Temperature .....................................................................................................	7-30
Trigger Handle .............................................................................................................................	7-31
Installing the Rugged Boot .....................................................................................................	7-31
Installing the Optional Lanyard ...............................................................................................	7-33
Inserting the Device into the Trigger Handle ..........................................................................	7-34
Removing the Device from the Trigger Handle ......................................................................	7-35
Power Supply ...............................................................................................................................	7-37
Chapter 8: Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Maintaining the TC56 .....................................................................................................................	8-1
Display Best Practices ...................................................................................................................	8-2
Image Retention .......................................................................................................................	8-2
Battery Safety Guidelines ..............................................................................................................	8-2
Cleaning Instructions .....................................................................................................................	8-3
Approved Cleanser Active Ingredients .....................................................................................	8-3
Harmful Ingredients ..................................................................................................................	8-3
Cleaning Instructions ................................................................................................................	8-3
Special Cleaning Notes ............................................................................................................	8-3
Cleaning Materials Required ....................................................................................................	8-3
Cleaning Frequency .................................................................................................................	8-4
Cleaning the TC56 .........................................................................................................................	8-4

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Housing ....................................................................................................................................	8-4
Display .....................................................................................................................................	8-4
Camera and Exit Window .........................................................................................................	8-4
Connector Cleaning .......................................................................................................................	8-4
Cleaning Cradle Connectors ..........................................................................................................	8-4
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................	8-6
TC56 ........................................................................................................................................	8-6
Appendix A: Technical Specifications
TC56 .............................................................................................................................................	A-1

Index

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE

Introduction

This guide provides information about using the TC56 mobile computer and accessories.

NOTE Screens and windows pictured in this guide are samples and can differ from actual screens.

Documentation Set

The documentation set for the TC56 provides information for specific user needs, and includes:

•TC56 Touch Computer Quick Start Guide - describes how to get the TC56 up and running.

•TC56 Touch Computer User Guide for Android Version 6.0.1 - describes how to use the TC56.

•TC56 Touch Computer Integrator Guide for Android Version 6.0.1 - describes how to set up the TC56 and accessories.

Configurations

This guide covers the following configurations:

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	Configuration	Radios	Display	Memory	Data Capture	Operating
					Options	System
	TC56CJ	WLAN: 802.11	5.0” High	2 GB RAM / 16	2D imager	Android Open
		a/b/g/n/d/h/i/k/r	Definition (1280 x	GB Flash or 4 GB	(SE-4710) and	Source Project
		WPAN: Bluetooth	720) LCD	RAM / 32 GB	integrated NFC	(AOSP) 6.0.1 or
		v4.1 Low Energy		Flash		Google™ Mobile
		WWAN: HSPA+/				Services (GMS)
		LTE/CDMA				6.0.1.
	TC56DJ	WLAN: 802.11	5.0” High	2 GB RAM / 16	2D imager	Android Open
		a/b/g/n/d/h/i/k/r	Definition (1280 x	GB Flash or 4 GB	(SE-4710) and	Source Project
		WPAN: Bluetooth	720) LCD	RAM / 32 GB	integrated NFC	(AOSP) 6.0.1 or
		v4.1 Low Energy		Flash		Google™ Mobile
		WWAN: HSPA+/				Services (GMS)
		LTE				6.0.1.

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.

•Serial number - Displays the serial 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:

•Chapter 1, Getting Started provides information on getting the TC56 up and running for the first time.

•Chapter 2, Using the TC56 provides information for operating the TC56.

•Chapter 3, Calls provides instructions for making phone calls.

•Chapter 4, Applications provides information on using applications installed on the TC56.

•Chapter 5, Data Capture provides information for capturing bar code data using the imager.

•Chapter 6, Wireless provides information on the various wireless options.

•Chapter 7, Accessories provides information for using the accessories for the TC56.

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•Chapter 8, Maintenance and Troubleshooting includes instructions on cleaning and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during TC56 operation.

•Appendix A, Technical Specifications provides the technical specifications for the TC56.

Notational Conventions

The following conventions are used in this document:

•Italics are used to highlight the following:

•Chapters and sections in this and related documents

•Icons on a screen.

•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

•Button names on a screen.

•Bullets (•) indicate:

•Action items

•Lists of alternatives

•Lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential

•Sequential lists (for example, lists that describe step-by-step procedures) appear as numbered lists.

Icon Conventions

The documentation set is designed to give the reader more visual clues. The following graphic icons are used throughout the documentation set. These icons and their associated meanings are described below.

WARNING! The word WARNING with the associated safety icon implies information that, if disregarded, could result in death or serious injury, or serious product damage.

CAUTION The word CAUTION with the associated safety icon implies information that, if disregarded, may result in minor or moderate injury, or serious product damage.

NOTE NOTE contains information more important than the surrounding text, such as exceptions or preconditions. They also refer the reader elsewhere for additional information, remind the reader how to complete an action (when it is not part of the current procedure, for instance), or tell the reader where something is located on the screen. There is no warning level associated with a note.

Related Documents

•TC56 Touch Computer Quick Start Guide, p/n MN-002859-xx.

•TC56 Touch Computer Regulatory Guide, p/n MN002860-xx.

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•TC56 Touch Computer Integrator Guide for Android Version 6.0.1, p/n MN002869-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.

For the latest version of this guide and all guides, go to: http://www.zebra.com/support.

Service Information

If you have a problem with the equipment, contact Customer Support in the region. Contact information is available at: http://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

•IMEI 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 shipping container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the warranty. Remove the SIM card and/or microSD card from the device before shipping for service.

If the device was purchased from a business partner, contact that business partner for support.

CHAPTER 1 GETTING STARTED

This chapter provides information for getting the device up and running for the first time.

Unpacking

1.Carefully remove all protective material from the TC56 and save the shipping container for later storage and shipping.

2.Verify that the following were received:

•TC56 touch computer

•4,300 mAh PowerPercision+ 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 TC56 for the first time, remove the protective shipping film that covers the scan window, display and camera window.

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Features

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Figure 1-1 TC56 Front View

Table 1-1 Front View Features

Number	Item	Function
1	PTT Button	Initiates push-to-talk communications (programmable).
2	Scan Button	Initiates data capture (programmable).
3	Microphone	Use for communications in Handset mode.
4	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.
5	Speaker	Provides audio output for video and music playback. Provides audio in
		speakerphone mode.
6	Touch Screen	Displays all information needed to operate the TC56.
7	Charging/Notification LED	Indicates battery charging status while charging and application
		generated notifications.
8	Light Sensor	Determines ambient light for controlling display backlight intensity.

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	Table 1-1 Front View Features (Continued)
	Number	Item		Function
9		Proximity Sensor		Determines proximity for turning off display when in handset mode.
10		Microphone		Use for communications in Speakerphone mode.
11		Data Capture LED		Indicates data capture status.
12		Receiver		Use for audio playback in Handset mode.
		13
14
15				23
				22
				14
16				21
17			19	20
		18
	Figure 1-2 TC56 Rear View
	Table 1-2 Back View Features
	Number	Item		Function
13		Battery		Provides power to the device.
14		Battery Release Latches		Press to remove the battery.
15		Programmable Button		Programmable.
16		Headset Jack		For audio output to headset.
17		Exit Window		Provides data capture using the imager.
18		Power Button		Turns the display on and off. Press and hold to reset the device, power
				off or swap battery.
19		Camera		Takes photos and videos.
20		Camera Flash		Provides illumination for the camera.
21		Volume Up/Down Button		Increase and decrease audio volume (programmable).
22		Scan Button		Initiates data capture (programmable).
23		NFC Antenna		Provides communication with other NFC-enabled devices.

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Setup

Perform this procedure to start using the TC56 for the first time.

1.Install a micro secure digital (SD) card (optional).

2.Installing a nano SIM card (optional)

3.Install hand strap (optional).

4.Install the battery.

5.Charge the TC56.

6.Power on the TC56.

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 1-3 Lift Access Door

2.Slide the microSD card holder to the Open position.

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Figure 1-4 Open microSD Card Holder

3.Lift the microSD card holder.

Figure 1-5 Lift microSD Card Holder

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 1-6 Lift the SIM Card Holder

5.Insert the microSD card into the card holder door ensuring that the card slides into the holding tabs on each side of the door.

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Figure 1-7 Insert microSD Card into Holder

6.Close the microSD card holder door.

Figure 1-8 Insert microSD Card in Holder

7.Slide the microSD card holder door to the Lock position.

CAUTION Access door must be replaced and securely seated to ensure proper device sealing.

8.Re-install the access door.

Figure 1-9 Replace Access Door

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Installing the SIM Card

NOTE Only use a nano SIM card.

CAUTION For proper electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions to avoid damaging the SIM card. Proper ESD precautions include, but not limited to, working on an ESD mat and ensuring that the user is properly grounded.

1.Remove access cover.

Figure 1-10 Remove Access Door

2.Slide the SIM card holder to the unlock position.

Figure 1-11 Unlock SIM Card Holder

3.Lift the SIM card holder door.

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Figure 1-12 Lift the SIM Card Holder

4.Place the nano SIM card into the card holder with contacts facing down.

Figure 1-13 Place SIM Card in Holder

5.Close the SIM card holder door.

Figure 1-14 Close SIM Card Holder Door

6.Slide to SIM card holder door to the lock position.

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Figure 1-15 Lock SIM Card Holder Door

CAUTION Access door must be replaced and securely seated to ensure proper device sealing.

7.Re-install the access door.

Figure 1-16 Replace Access Door

Installing the Battery

1.Insert the battery, bottom first, into the battery compartment in the back of the TC56.

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Figure 1-17 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 TC56 for the first time, charge the main battery until the green Charging/Notification light emitting diode (LED) remains lit. To charge the TC56 use a cable or a cradle with the appropriate power supply. For information about the accessories available for the TC56 see Chapter 7, Accessories for more information.

The 4,300 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 TC56 in sleep mode.

Charge batteries in temperatures from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). The TC56 or accessory always performs battery charging in a safe and intelligent manner. At higher temperatures (e.g. approximately +37°C (+98°F)) the TC56 or accessory may for small periods of time alternately enable and disable battery charging to keep the battery at acceptable temperatures. The TC56 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 TC56 into a cradle or attach to a cable. The TC56 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 1-3 Charging/Notification LED Charging Indicators

State	LED	Indication
Off		TC56 is not charging. TC56 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		TC56 is charging.
seconds)
Slow Blinking Red (1 blink every 4		TC56 is charging but the battery is at end of useful life.
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.:
		• 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 TC56 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 TC56 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 1-18 Press Battery Latches

7.Lift the battery from the TC56.

Figure 1-19 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 TC56.

9.Press the battery down until the battery release latch snaps into place.