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  • Page 1: Mobile Computer

    CN 51 Mobile Computer with Android™ User Manual...
  • Page 2 Information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change without prior notice and do not represent a commitment on the part of Intermec by Honeywell. The word Intermec and the Intermec logo are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Intermec Technologies Corporation.
  • Page 3 Document Change Record This page records changes to this document. The document was originally released as Revision 001. Version Number Date Description of Change 3/2014 Revised to support Android 4.2.2. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 4 CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    About the CN51 Mobile Computer ........
  • Page 6 Intermec Apps on the Computer ........
  • Page 7 Make a Phone Call ............. . . 84 CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 8 Connect to an Ethernet Network .........102 viii CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 9 How to Develop and Install Applications......... .115 Download the Intermec SDKs for Android ....... .116 Install the Intermec CN51 SDK Add-on with the SDK Manager.
  • Page 10 System Settings ..............153 CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 11: Before You Begin

    Global Services and Support Warranty Information To understand the warranty for your Intermec product, visit the Intermec website at www.intermec.com and click Support > Returns and Repairs > Warranty.

  • Page 12: Web Support

    This document provides you with information about the features of the CN51, and how to install, configure, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot it. Before you work with the CN51, you should be familiar with your network and general networking terms, such as IP address. Related Documents The Intermec website at www.intermec.com...

  • Page 13: Patent Information

    Before You Begin 3 Using the Products menu, navigate to your product page. For example, to find the CN51 computer product page, click Computers > Handheld Computers > CN51. 4 Click the Manuals tab. If your product does not have its own product page, click Support >...
  • Page 14 Before You Begin CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 15: About The Computer Features

    About the Computer Features This chapter introduces the CN51 Mobile Computer with Android™ 4.2 operating system. Use this chapter to learn about basic computer features and functions, as well as the available accessories for it.

  • Page 16: About The Cn51 Mobile Computer

    Chapter 1 — About the Computer Features About the CN51 Mobile Computer The Intermec CN51 Mobile Computer is the class-leading mid-range rugged mobile computer that empowers mobile workers with the resources to satisfy and delight customers efficiently today and earn new business tomorrow.
  • Page 17 Chapter 1 — About the Computer Features CN51 Front View CN51 Back View CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 18: About The Battery

    Charge the Battery Make sure you fully charge the battery (Model 1015AB01) before you use your CN51. You can charge the battery before or after you install it in the CN51. A fully discharged battery charges in approximately 6 hours.

  • Page 19: Change The Battery

    Chapter 1 — About the Computer Features Change the Battery When the battery in the CN51 has a low charge, replace it with a charged battery to maintain your network connections. Note: When you remove a battery from the computer, Intermec recommends that you install a charged battery within 90 seconds to maintain your network connections.
  • Page 20 6 Insert the bottom end of a fully charged battery into the computer, and press down on the top end of the battery until it clicks into place. 7 If necessary, reattach the handstrap. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 21: About Battery Status

    Note: appears if there is a battery error. Install another battery. If the problem persists, call Intermec Product Support. The Battery status LED below the computer screen indicates the charging status of the battery. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 22: Check The Battery Level

    0 °C to 45 °C (32 °F to 113 °F). The battery is not critically low, and the CN51 is not connected to an external power source. Check the Battery Level Besides using the charge icons, you can get the battery level status from the Settings app.

  • Page 23: Check The Battery Status

    In the All Apps screen, tap BatteryInfo About Battery Life and Conservation Batteries that are stored outside the computer for long periods of time slowly discharge. Intermec recommends storing the battery in a charger to maintain battery performance. Battery Conservation Tips...

  • Page 24: Enable Airplane Mode

    Airplane mode to turn off all the radios and save battery power. 1 Start the Settings app. 2 In the Wireless & Networks section, tap More. 3 Select Airplane mode to enable the mode. If Airplane mode is already enabled, tap it to disable the mode. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 25: Quickly Enable Or Disable Airplane Mode

    Airplane mode from the popup menu. 1 Press and hold the Power button. This screen appears and shows the current state of Airplane mode: 2 Tap Airplane mode to enable or disable the mode. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 26: About The Status Leds

    95% charged. Steady red The computer is connected to a charger and the battery is charging. Blinking The battery is very low, and the computer will go into Suspend mode soon. Charge or replace the battery. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 27 The computer is not on external power and the battery is operating normally. Orange and Green Key Status LED Callout Color Orange and Green Orange The Orange key is enabled. key status Green The Green key is enabled. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 28: About The Keypad

    Chapter 1 — About the Computer Features About the Keypad The CN51 comes with either a numeric keypad or a QWERTY keypad: • The numeric keypad is for applications that require mainly numeric data. This keypad also lets you enter special characters, including the alphabet, by pressing color-coded key sequences.

  • Page 29: About The Color-Coded Keys

    Chapter 1 — About the Computer Features About the Color-Coded Keys Note: The CN51 with QWERTY keypad does not have a green key. Use the orange key and the green key to access additional characters, symbols, and functions printed on the keypad overlay.

  • Page 30: How To Capitalize Characters On The Numeric Keypad

    Chapter 1 — About the Computer Features How to Capitalize Characters on the Numeric Keypad If your CN51 has the numeric keypad, you can capitalize characters individually, or you can type all capital letters by enabling Caps Lock: • To capitalize a single character, press the key, and then the 1 key.

  • Page 31: About The Screen Backlight

    1 Start the Settings app and tap Display > Brightness. 2 Select the Automatic brightness check box to use the ambient light sensor to automatically adjust the brightness for your work environment. Or, adjust the slider to set the brightness level. 3 Tap OK. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 32: About The Audio Features

    To change the volume for other sounds, in the Settings app tap Sound > Volumes. 1 Press one of the right side buttons. The Volume slider appears. 2 Press the right side buttons or adjust the slider to change the volume. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 33: Enable Vibrate Mode

    1 Press and hold the Power button. The power options screen appears: 2 Tap to turn on Vibrate mode. To disable Vibrate mode, tap if you want to leave the speaker disabled, or tap to enable audio through the speaker. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 34: Audio Settings

    Select to enable audio sounds when you use the touch screen. Screen lock sound Select to enable an audio tone when the screen is locked. Vibrate on touch Select to enable vibrate mode when you touch the screen. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 35: Insert A Microsd Card

    2 Slide the SIM card holder to the left to unlatch it, and lift the holder to open it and access the microSD card holder. 3 Slide the microSD card holder towards the top of the CN51 to unlatch it, and lift the holder to open it.
  • Page 36 Storage. Look in the SD card section for more information. If you have a file browsing app, you should now be able to navigate to the microSD card and view the contents of the card. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 37: How To Transfer Files

    PTP instead. Configure the USB Connection for PTP By default, the CN51 connects through USB using MTP (Media Transfer Protocol), supported by Windows 7 and later. If you are transferring mainly camera images, you can configure the connection to use PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol).

  • Page 38: Cn51 Accessories

    Chapter 1 — About the Computer Features CN51 Accessories The CN51 ships with a battery. All other accessories are sold and ordered separately. For help, contact your local sales representative. CN51 Accessory Descriptions Accessory Description CN51 AC Power Adapter (Model...
  • Page 39 Chapter 1 — About the Computer Features CN51 Accessory Descriptions (Continued) Accessory Description CN51 Single Dock (Model AD27) Use the single dock to hold a CN51 with its battery installed, charge a spare battery pack, charge the main battery pack, and provide power to the mobile computer.
  • Page 40 Chapter 1 — About the Computer Features CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 41: About The User Interface And Intermec Applications

    Use this chapter to learn about the Android user interface and how to interact with the screen. You can also use this chapter to learn about the Intermec applications on your computer, as well as additional applications you can download.

  • Page 42: About The User Interface

    Chapter 2 — About the User Interface and Intermec Applications About the User Interface The Android 4.2 operating system provides a touch-friendly and easy to navigate user interface. About the Home Screen When you turn on the mobile computer, the Home screen is the first screen that appears after language provisioning is complete.

  • Page 43: View Notifications

    Chapter 2 — About the User Interface and Intermec Applications Home Screen Icons and Navigation (Continued) Item Description Navigation buttons: - Back button. Tap to return to the previous screen, even if that screen was in a different app. - Home button. Tap to return to the Home screen. If there are multiple Home screens, tap to return to the center Home screen.

  • Page 44: Customize The Home Screen

    Chapter 2 — About the User Interface and Intermec Applications Customize the Home Screen You can add application icons to any Home screen to access them more easily. 1 Touch . The All Apps screen appears. 2 To add an app icon to a Home screen, touch and hold the icon for the app, and then slide your finger to place the icon on one of the Home screens.

  • Page 45: Use Google™ Search

    Chapter 2 — About the User Interface and Intermec Applications Use Google™ Search Use the Google Search field at the top of the Home screen to help you find anything you need on the computer or on the web. 1 At the top of any Home screen, touch Google to type your search term.

  • Page 46: Set The Time Zone

    Chapter 2 — About the User Interface and Intermec Applications Set the Time Zone The CN51 gets the current date and time from its network connection. You can manually set the time zone for your location. 1 Start the Settings app.

  • Page 47: About Intermec Applications

    You can also download additional applications from the Intermec website to help you use all of the features of your computer. Intermec Apps on the Computer Intermec apps help you configure, troubleshoot, and connect your computer to other devices and networks.
  • Page 48 Chapter 2 — About the User Interface and Intermec Applications CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 49: Use The Scanner

    Use the Scanner This section describes how to use and configure the scanner to scan bar codes.

  • Page 50: About The Scanner

    Scan button (or triggering the scanner through software) has no effect. When you enable the scanner, your settings and all triggering methods are restored. Note: Disabling the scanner also disables symbology decoding. 1 Start the Settings app. 2 Tap Scanners. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 51: Disable The Virtual Wedge

    You can disable the virtual wedge from the Settings app. 1 Start the Settings app. 2 Tap Scanners. 3 Slide the Virtual Wedge switch off. To enable the virtual wedge, slide the switch on. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 52: Enable Symbology Decoding

    Before you start reading bar codes, use the Settings app to enable decoding for only the bar code symbologies you need to read. 1 Start the Settings app. 2 In the Intermec section, tap Scanners > Internal Scanners > Symbologies. By default, decoding is enabled for these symbologies: •...

  • Page 53: Scan Bar Codes

    1 Point the scanner window at the bar code and hold the computer steady a few inches from the label. 2 Press the Scan button or pull the scan handle trigger. The illumination beam, laser pointer, or frame appear. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 54: Enable Access To Urls In Bar Codes

    Browser app. You can disable this feature in the Settings app. 1 Start the Settings app. 2 Tap Scanners > Security. 3 Clear the check box for Open URLs by Scanning. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 55: Enable Scanner Control From Web Applications

    When the scanner successfully scans the bar code, you hear a high beep, and the Good Read LED turns on briefly. A list of bar code information appears. 3 To clear all scanned bar code information, tap and select Clear All. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 56: How To Configure The Scanner

    You use the Settings app to configure symbology decoding options for the scanner. 1 Start the Settings app and tap Scanners > Internal Scanner > Symbologies. 2 (Optional) To restore all default settings for symbology decoding, tap and select Restore defaults. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 57 Tap the Back button to return to the Symbologies list. 4 For more decoding options, in the Symbologies list tap the symbology name. The menu for that symbology appears. 5 Tap an option to change the settings. Changes are automatically saved. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 58: Australia Post Settings

    Sets the symbology ID for Aztec. Range is 1 to 4 ASCII characters. \xFF is not supported. Default is D3. Code mark A one-character code mark that serves as an identifier for Aztec. Default is *. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 59: Bpo Settings

    Sets the symbology ID for BPO. Range is 1 to 4 ASCII characters. \xFF is not supported. Default is P6. Code mark A one-character code mark that serves as an identifier for BPO. Default is *. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 60: Codabar Settings

    Sets the symbology ID for Codabar. Range is 1 to 4 symbology ID ASCII characters. \xFF is not supported. Default is B7. Code mark A one-character code mark that serves as an identifier for BPO. Default is D. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 61: Codablock A Settings

    Sets the symbology ID for Codablock A. Range is 1 to 4 ASCII characters. \xFF is not supported. Default is K0. Code mark A one-character code mark that serves as an identifier for Codablock A. Default is *. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 62: Codablock F Settings

    Sets the symbology ID for Code 11. Range is 1 to 4 ASCII characters. \xFF is not supported. Default is C1. Code mark A one-character code mark that serves as an identifier for Code 11. Default is *. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 63: Code 39 Settings

    Sets the check digit for a higher level of security. The check character is positioned between the final data character and the stop character. Options include: • Disable (default) • Modulo 43 • French CIP • Italian CPI • HIBC • AIAG CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 64 Restricts the length of the bar code that the scanner will read. Range is 0 to 255. Default is 0. Length 3 Restricts the length of the bar code that the scanner will read. Range is 0 to 255. Default is 0. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 65: Code 93 Settings

    Restricts the length of the bar code that the scanner will read. Range is 0 to 255. Default is 0. Length 3 Restricts the length of the bar code that the scanner will read. Range is 0 to 255. Default is 0. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 66: Code 128/Gs1-128 Settings

    • High (default): Makes it easier to scan low quality bar codes. • Medium • Low: Bar codes must be high quality to be read. GTIN compliant Enables or disables GTIN compliance. Default is disabled. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 67: Datamatrix Settings

    Sets the symbology ID for Datamatrix. Range is 1 to 4 ASCII characters. \xFF is not supported. Default is D0. Code mark A one-character code mark that serves as an identifier for Datamatrix. Default is *. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 68: Dutch Post Settings

    Sets whether or not add-on digits must be present in the bar code. Options include: • Transmit if found (default): The scanner reads all bar codes. • Controlled by add-on digits: The scanner reads the bar code only if add-on digits are present. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 69 Sets the symbology ID for UPC-A. Range is 1 to 4 symbology ID ASCII characters. \xFF is not supported. Default is A0. Code mark A one-character code mark that serves as an identifier for UPC-A. Default is A. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 70 ISBN format. Default is disabled. ISMN conversion Enables or disables conversion of EAN-13 data to ISMN format. Default is disabled. ISSN conversion Enables or disables conversion of EAN-13 data to ISSN format. Default is disabled. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 71: Gs1 Composite Settings

    EAN/UPC comp message decode Determines how to decode the two parts of the GS1 Composite bar code. Options include: • Never linked • Always linked • Auto-discriminate Unconventional GS1 Composite Enables or disables decoding of Unconventional GS1 Composite. Default is disabled. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 72: Gs1 Databar Expanded Settings

    Sets the symbology ID for GS1 DataBar Expanded. Range is 1 to 4 ASCII characters. \xFF is not supported. Default is C5. Code mark A one-character code mark that serves as an identifier for GS1 DataBar Expanded. Default is *. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 73: Gs1 Databar Limited Settings

    Sets the symbology ID for GS1 DataBar Omni-Directional. Range is 1 to 4 ASCII characters. \xFF is not supported. Default is C3. Code mark A one-character code mark that serves as an identifier for GS1 DataBar Omni-Directional. Default is *. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 74: Han Xin Settings

    Sets the symbology ID for Infomail. Range is 1 to 4 ASCII characters. \xFF is not supported. Default is P8. Code mark A one-character code mark that serves as an identifier for Infomail. Default is *. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 75: Intelligent Mail Settings

    Low: Bar codes must be high quality to be read. User defined symbology Sets the symbology ID for Interleaved 2 of 5. Range is 1 to 4 ASCII characters. \xFF is not supported. Default is B2. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 76: Japan Post Settings

    Default is disabled. User defined symbology ID Sets the symbology ID for Japan Post. Range is 1 to 4 ASCII characters. \xFF is not supported. Default is P5. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 77: Matrix 2 Of 5 Settings

    Length 1 minimum (default) • Lengths 1,2,3 fixed • Length 1 minimum, length 2 maximum Length 1 Restricts the length of the bar code that the scanner will read. Range is 0 to 255. Default is 6. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 78: Maxicode Settings

    Enables or disables Code 128 emulation for Micro PDF417. Default is disabled. User defined symbology ID Sets the symbology ID for Micro PDF417. Range is 1 to 4 ASCII characters. \xFF is not supported. Default is C7. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 79: Msi Settings

    Default is D. MSI Length Mode Settings and Descriptions Setting Description Mode Sets the length mode for MSI decoding. Options include: • Length 1 minimum (default) • Lengths 1,2,3 fixed • Length 1 minimum, length 2 maximum CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 80: Pdf417 Settings

    A one-character code mark that serves as an identifier for PDF417. Default is *. Macro PDF417 Setting and Description Setting Description Transmit control header Enables or disables transmission of the control header for Macro PDF417. Default is disabled. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 81: Planet Settings

    (thicker or thinner bars) of the standard stop. Default is disabled. User defined symbology ID Sets the symbology ID for Plessey. Range is 1 to 4 ASCII characters. \xFF is not supported. Default is C2. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 82: Postnet Settings

    Transmit check digit Enables or disables check digit transmission. Default is enabled. User defined symbology ID Sets the symbology ID for Postnet. Range is 1 to 4 ASCII characters. \xFF is not supported. Default is P0. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 83: Qr Code Settings

    Sets the symbology ID for QR Code. Range is 1 to 4 ASCII characters. \xFF is not supported. Default is D1. Code mark A one-character code mark that serves as an identifier for QR Code. Default is *. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 84: Standard 2 Of 5 Settings

    Standard 2 of 5 Length Mode Settings and Descriptions Setting Description Mode Sets the length mode for Standard 2 of 5 decoding. Options include: • Length 1 minimum (default) • Lengths 1,2,3 fixed • Length 1 minimum, length 2 maximum CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 85: Sweden Post Settings

    This section lists all the configurable settings for decoding the Telepen symbology. Telepen Settings and Descriptions Setting Description Format Sets the format. Options include: • ASCII (default) • Numeric: Must be an even number of digits CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 86: Tlc 39 Settings

    TLC 39 Settings and Descriptions Setting Description Linear only transmit mode Enables or disables linear only transmit mode. When enabled, the computer only transmits the linear part of the bar code. Default is disabled. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 87: Configure The Scanner Decode Security Settings

    1 Start the Settings app and tap Scanners > Internal Scanner > Decode Security. 2 Tap a setting in the list to change it. Your changes are automatically saved. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 88: Decode Security Settings

    Range is 0 (scanner must be positioned on the bar code to read it) to 100 (scanner must be positioned beside the bar code to read it). Default is 0. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 89: Set A Preamble, Postamble, Or Symbology Identifier

    OK when you are done. To set the symbology identifier type, in the Symbology Options list tap Symbology identifier and select an option in the list. Your changes are automatically saved. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 90: Set The Scanner Trigger Or Aimer Mode

    When disabled, nothing happens when you press the Scan button. For tethered scanners, the laser or imager beam may turn on, but no data is read. Default is enabled. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 91 • Enable/One-shot: You must press Scan each time you want to read a bar code. After the read, the scanner turns off. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 92 Chapter 3 — Use the Scanner CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 93: Use The Phone

    Use the Phone You can use the phone feature to make and receive telephone calls, as well as transmit data through cellular wide-area networks (WANs).

  • Page 94: About The Phone

    Sprint (United States only) Verizon (United States only) • For other carriers, contact Intermec Product Support. After you turn on the phone and activate service with your wireless carrier, you can customize the phone features and network settings in the Wireless & Networks section of the Settings app.

  • Page 95: Activate The Umts Phone

    Activating the UMTS phone on your CN51 is done the same way whether your computer has the Flexible Network Radio or the UMTS/HSPA+WAN radio. You use a SIM card to activate the UMTS phone on the CN51. You can purchase the SIM card from your network provider. 1 Press to turn off the CN51.
  • Page 96 Chapter 4 — Use the Phone 4 Open the card access door and slide the SIM card holder to the left to open it. 5 Place the SIM card in the holder. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 97: Activate The Cdma Phone

    7 Insert the battery and press down until it clicks in place. 8 Reconnect the handstrap. 9 Press to turn on the CN51.The phone is now ready to use. Activate the CDMA Phone To activate the CDMA phone in your mobile computer, you need to contact your wireless carrier and set up an account.

  • Page 98: Make A Phone Call

    Chapter 4 — Use the Phone The activation process is slightly different for each CDMA carrier. Your carrier sales contact and an Intermec representative can guide you through the process. In general, you activate the CDMA phone as follows: 1 Contact your wireless provider and give the provider the MEID for the computer.

  • Page 99: Answer The Phone

    • During a phone call, tap another app icon on the Home or All Apps screen to run that application. The green Phone icon appears in the Status bar while the call is underway. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 100: Check Your Voicemail

    If you are an AT&T customer, enter your voicemail number. 5 Tap OK. Change Voicemail Settings 1 Tap on a Home or All Apps screen. 2 Tap and then tap Settings. 3 Tap the voicemail setting you want to change. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 101: Make An Emergency Phone Call

    If your computer includes the Flexible Network Radio, you can easily add carriers and switch between them as needed. 1 In the All Apps screen, tap Carrier Selection. 2 Select a different carrier from the Please select a carrier list. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 102: About Internet Calling

    2 Tap the phone number you want to call using Internet calling. The contact information appears. 3 Tap and then tap Edit. 4 Scroll to the bottom of the screen and tap Add another field. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 103: Configure Phone Settings

    • Setup: Voicemail number • Ringtone • Vibrate: Enables vibration when a call is sent to voicemail. Dial pad touch tones Enables or disables sound that plays when you press keys on the phone keypad. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 104 Set Caller ID and call waiting options. Internet Call Settings and Descriptions Setting Description Accounts Enables or disables reception of incoming calls through the Internet. Enabling this feature reduces battery life. SIP Accounts Lists the available SIP accounts. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 105: Use The Camera

    Use the Camera Learn to use the color camera to take pictures and record videos.

  • Page 106: About The Color Camera

    To return to the Camera app, swipe the thumbnail image to the right. Change Camera Settings for Taking Pictures You can change the camera settings for best results when taking pictures. 1 In the All Apps screen, tap Camera 2 Tap CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 107 0. 6 To set the white balance, tap and select a value from the list. Default is Auto. 7 To set the flash mode, tap and select an option from the list. Default is Auto. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 108: Record A Video

    7 To set the white balance, tap and select a value from the list. Default is Auto. 8 To set the flash mode, tap and select an option from the list. Default is Auto. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 109: Configure The Computer

    Configure the Computer Use this chapter to learn about the available methods for configuring your computer . You can also use this chapter to learn how to configure network communications and wireless security.

  • Page 110: How To Configure The Computer

    Wi-Fi networks. Bluetooth Turns the Bluetooth radio on and off. When Bluetooth is turned on, tap the bar to see a list of Bluetooth devices in range. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 111 Reporter. Because error reports may include screenshots or other large files, automatic error reporting increases your data usage. Do not enable reporting through your mobile network unless specifically instructed to do so by Intermec personnel. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 112 Date & time Configures all date and time settings. Accessibility Sets accessibility levels, such as larger display text and enabling text-to-speech output. Developer options Enables developer-specific options such as USB debugging and SD card protection. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 113: About Network Communications

    USB and serial communications. Connect to a Wi-Fi Network The CN51 has an 802.11 radio to transfer data using wireless communications. Before you connect to a Wi-Fi network, you need to know about your network security protocol and its required credentials.
  • Page 114 2 When the switch turns blue, tap Wi-Fi. A list of discovered networks appears. 3 To quickly connect to a network through Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPS), tap . To search for a network not in the list, tap type the network name. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 115: Configure Proxy Settings For A Wi-Fi Network

    1 Open the Settings app and tap Wi-Fi. The list of available Wi-Fi networks appears. 2 Tap and hold the network name and then tap Modify network. A list of network settings appears. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 116: Disable Wi-Fi Notifications

    Ethernet connection. By default, the computer assumes a DHCP connection, and that your network has assigned an IP address automatically. If DHCP is working, the Ethernet dock should indicate that communication with the network is occurring. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 117: How To Connect To Virtual Private Networks

    Connect to a VPN 1 Start the Settings app. 2 In the Wireless & Networks section, tap More. 3 Tap VPN. 4 Tap the name of the VPN in the list, and enter any necessary credentials when prompted. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 118: Edit Vpn Information

    • LEAP • Intermec recommends WPA2 security with PSK (Personal) or 802.1x (Enterprise) key management. Before you set security, you need to enable the radio, set the date, and set the SSID on your computer. To use 802.1x security, you need to load a root certificate on your computer.

  • Page 119: Configure Wireless Security

    5 Enter a name for the certificate and tap OK. Note: Apps such as Email and Browser that support certificates allow you to install certificates directly from within the app. For more information, see the Help that comes with the app. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 120: Disable Or Remove Certificates

    4 Tap OK. About Bluetooth Communications The CN51 is Bluetooth-enabled, which lets you connect to other Bluetooth devices. You need to turn on the Bluetooth radio before you can discover and connect to Bluetooth devices. By default, the radio is turned off.

  • Page 121: Connect A Bluetooth Device

    3 Tap Bluetooth. A list of available Bluetooth devices appears. 4 (Optional) If the device you want does not appear in the list, make sure the device is turned on and discoverable, and tap Search for devices. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 122: Configure Bluetooth Settings

    Tap Visibility timeout to set the amount of time that the computer is visible to other Bluetooth devices. By default, the timeout is set to 2 minutes. You can select 5 minutes, one hour, or no timeout. Setting a shorter timeout value preserves battery life. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 123: Rename Or Disconnect A Paired Device

    USB communications: AV10 vehicle dock • • AA21 RS-232 adapter • AD27 single dock • Desktop USB adapter • USB snap-on adapter RS-232 DEX adapter • For information on these accessories, contact your local sales representative. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 124: How To Share Your Mobile Data Connection

    Tethering & portable hotspot. 3 Tap Bluetooth tethering. You should now be able to pair your device with the computer to share the data connection. To stop sharing the data connection, clear the check box for Bluetooth tethering. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 125: Share The Data Connection As A Portable Hotspot

    When other devices try to connect to the hotspot, users are prompted to enter the password before the devices are allowed to connect. Or, to remove secure access, select Open from the Security list. 4 Touch Save. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 126 Chapter 6 — Configure the Computer CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 127: Manage The Computer

    Manage the Computer Use this chapter to learn how to remotely update, configure, and monitor your Intermec computers. You will also find information on installing and developing software applications as well as how to upgrade the system software.

  • Page 128: How To Transfer Files

    3 When you are done transferring files, disconnect the CN51. Configure the USB Connection for PTP By default, the CN51 connects through USB using MTP (Media Transfer Protocol), supported by Windows 7 and later.

  • Page 129: How To Develop And Install Applications

    2 Tap . 3 Tap USB computer connection and then select Camera (PTP). How to Develop and Install Applications You need the Android SDK, the Intermec SDK Addon, and Intermec SDKs for Android to develop applications for the CN51 running Android.

  • Page 130: Download The Intermec Sdks For Android

    Chapter 7 — Manage the Computer Download the Intermec SDKs for Android You can download the Intermec SDKs for Android from the Intermec website. Note: To ensure you install the most recent version of the SDK, and for easy version control, Intermec recommends you download and install the SDKs using the Android SDK Manager.
  • Page 131 Chapter 7 — Manage the Computer 5 Click OK and then click Close. The Intermec CN51 SDK add-on is added to the list of items for Android 4.2.2 (API17). 6 In the Android 4.2.2 section, select the packages you want to install, including Intermec CN51 (API17).
  • Page 132 Chapter 7 — Manage the Computer 7 In the Extras section, select Intermec USB Driver. (Optional) If you plan to use the Intermec SDKs for Android, select Intermec Data Collection SDK and Intermec Print SDK. 8 Click Install packages, whhere x is the number of packages you selected in the previous step.

  • Page 133: How To Set Up The Mobile Computer For App Development

    Set up your development PC to detect your device. If you plan to use the Android Debug Bridge utility, you need a driver provided by Intermec. The driver is included with the Intermec SDK add-on. For more information on setting up your computer for app development, go to: developer.android.com/tools/device.html.

  • Page 134: How To Update The System Software

    Select Computers in the Product Category list. b Select Handheld Computers in the Product Family list. c Select CN51 Mobile Computer in the Product list. 3 Click Submit. A list of downloads for the CN51 appears. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 135 5 Copy the software update file to the internal storage or to an installed microSD card on the CN51. Or, you can copy the file to a microSD card and then install the card in the computer. 6 Start the Settings app and tap About phone > System updates.
  • Page 136 Chapter 7 — Manage the Computer CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 137: Troubleshoot And Maintain The Computer

    Troubleshoot and Maintain the Computer Use this chapter to find answers to any problems you may encounter while using the computer. You will also find information on routine maintenance.

  • Page 138: About Troubleshooting The Computer

    Note: If you send the computer in for service, it is your responsibility to save the computer data and its configuration. Intermec is only responsible for ensuring that the hardware matches the original configuration when repairing or replacing the computer.

  • Page 139: 802.1X Security Problems

    You are setting up multiple When you change the SSID, the WEP key values access points in a network are not saved. Configure the WEP key values with different SSIDs, and and save your changes. the connection fails. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 140 When you clean boot the computer, the date computer and this message and time are not saved. Configure the date and appears, “The server time and save your changes. certificate has expired or your system date is incorrect.” CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 141: Problems Reading Bar Codes

    You can troubleshoot problems that prevent you from reading bar codes, such as the appropriate symbology not being enabled. Before you call Intermec Product Support, look for your problem in the next table, and try the possible solutions. Problems Reading Bar Codes...
  • Page 142 The input device attached to the Set the Scanner Model command to the computer does not work well or specific attached input device. Enable read bar code labels very quickly. only the bar code symbologies being used. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 143: Problems Using The Computer

    Chapter 8 — Troubleshoot and Maintain the Computer Problems Using the Computer You can troubleshoot general problems while using the computer. Before you call Intermec Product Support, look for your problem in the next table, and try the possible solutions. Problems Using the Computer...

  • Page 144: Call Product Support

    Note: If the computer is locked up and you cannot start the Settings app, you can find the configuration string (beginning with the characters “CN51”) on the label on the access door inside the battery compartment. 1 Start the Settings app and tap About phone. The Android build version is located at the bottom of this list of information.

  • Page 145: Locate The Configuration String In The Battery Compartment

    4 Push forward on the battery release tab until the battery releases, and then lift the battery away from the computer. The configuration string (beginning with the characters “CN51”) is located in the center of the label on the access door in the battery compartment.

  • Page 146: Reset The Computer

    You can perform a factory data reset, which restores all default settings on the computer and erases all data, files, and downloaded apps. 1 Start the Settings app and tap Backup & reset > Factory data reset. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 147: Clean The Computer

    Opening the computer will void the warranty and may cause damage to the internal components. Note: Intermec recommends that you leave the battery installed when you clean the computer as described. Leaving the battery installed helps prevent fluids from entering the computer through the SIM card and microSD card connectors.
  • Page 148 Chapter 8 — Troubleshoot and Maintain the Computer CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 149: Specifications

    Specifications...

  • Page 150: Physical And Environmental Specifications

    Appendix A — Specifications Physical and Environmental Specifications This section lists the physical and environmental specifications for the computer. Physical Dimensions Length: 16.5 cm (6.5 in) Width (at widest part): 7.6 cm (3.0 in) Depth (at grip): 3.2 cm (1.25 in) Weight (with battery): 350 g (12.3 oz) Tumble and Drop Specifications...
  • Page 151 Dutch Post* Postnet* • • EAN/UPC QR Code* • • GS1 Composite* Standard 2 of 5 • • GS1 DataBar Expanded SwedenPost • • GS1 DataBar Limited Telepen • • GS1 DataBar Omni-Directional TLC 39 CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 152: Ea31 Extended Reading Range

    4.50 cm/1.77 in 22.50 cm/8.86 in 0.50 mm/20 mils 6.00 cm/2.36 in 64.00 cm/25.20 in 1 mm/40 mils 12.50 cm/4.92 in 97.50 cm/38.39 in EAN/UPC 100% 0.33 mm/13 mils 4.50 cm/1.77 in 41 cm/16.14 in CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 153: Ea31 Minimum Reading Distances

    3.8 cm/1.5 in 24.5 cm/9.65 in 0.50 mm/20 mils 7 cm/2.76 in 45 cm/17.72 in 13.5 cm/5.31 in 71.5 cm/28.15 in 1 mm/40 mils EAN/UPC 100% 0.33 mm/13 mils 5 cm/1.97 in 29.5 cm/11.61 in CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 154: Ea31 Typical Reading Distances

    0.25 mm/10 mils 4 cm/1.57 in 26.5 cm/10.43 in 0.38 mm/15 mils 4.9 cm/1.93 in 37 cm/14.57 in EA31 Typical Reading Distances Minimum reading distances are measured in the dark (0 lux). EA31 Typical Reading Distances CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 155 0.38 mm/15 mils 4.7 cm/1.85 in 31 cm/12.20 in PDF417 0.17 mm/6.6 mils 5 cm/1.97 in 18.2 cm/7.17 in 0.25 mm/10 mils 3.7 cm/1.46 in 27.5 cm/10.83 in 0.38 mm/15 mils 4.5 cm/1.77 in 40 cm/15.75 in CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 156: Ea30 Extended Reading Range

    64.50 cm/2.56 in 24.50 cm/9.65 in 0.50 mm/20 mils 7.00 cm/2.76 in 62.50 cm/24.61 in 1 mm/40 mils 14.50 cm/5.71 in 97.50 cm/38.39 in EAN/UPC 100% 0.33 mm/13 mils 6 cm/2.36 in 40 cm/15.75 in CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 157: Ea30 Minimum Reading Distances

    EAN/UPC 100% 0.33 mm/13 mils 6 cm/2.36 in 31.5 cm/12.4 in DataMatrix 0.18 mm/7 mils 8 cm/3.15 in 15.5 cm/6.1 in 0.25 mm/10 mils 6.5 cm/2.56 in 21.5 cm/8.46 in 0.38 mm/15 mils 5.5 cm/2.17 in 31.5 cm/12.4 in CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 158: Ea30 Typical Reading Distances

    0.25 mm/10 mils 5.5 cm/2.17 in 25 cm/9.84 in 0.38 mm/15 mils 7 cm/2.76 in 34 cm/13.39 in EA30 Typical Reading Distances Minimum reading distances are measured in the dark (0 lux). EA30 Typical Reading Distances CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 159 0.25 mm/10 mils 6 cm/2.36 in 23 cm/9.06 in 0.38 mm/15 mils 5.5 cm/2.17 in 34.5 cm/13.58 in PDF417 0.25 mm/10 mils 5.5 cm/2.17 in6.5 26 cm/10.24 in 0.38 mm/15 mils cm/2.56 in 37 cm/14.57 in CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 160 Appendix A — Specifications CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 161: Default Settings

    Default Settings...

  • Page 162: Wireless And Network Settings

    Use only 2G networks: Disable Scanner Settings This section lists all default settings for the internal scanner. Scanner Settings Setting Default Internal Scanner Virtual Wedge • Security Open URLs by Scanning: Enable • Web access: Disable CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 163 DutchPost EAN-8 EAN-13 GS1 Composite GS1 DataBar Expanded GS1 DataBar Limited GS1 DataBar Omni-Directional GS1-128 Han Xin Infomail Intelligent Mail Interleaved 2 of 5 ISBT 128 JapanPost Matrix 2 of 5 Maxicode Micro PDF417 PDF417 CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 164 Symbology identifier Disable Internal Scanner - Scanner Settings Scanner Settings Default Hardware trigger Enable Trigger mode Level Aimer mode Typical aimer Turn off after good read Enable/One-shot Trigger timeout (s) Aiming duration (ms) Retrigger delay (ms) CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 165: Device Settings

    Flutey phone Vibrate when ringing Disable Default notification Pixie dust Dial pad touch tones Enable Touch sounds Enable Screen lock sound Enable Vibrate on touch Enable Display Settings Display Settings Default Brightness Automatic brightness: Enabled CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 166: Personal Settings

    • Unknown sources: Disable • Language & input Spell checker: Enable • Default keyboard: English (US) - Android keyboard (AOSP) • Pico TTS settings: English (United States), Normal speech rate • Mouse/trackpad pointer speed: Medium CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...

  • Page 167: System Settings

    Enhance web accessibility Not allowed Developer Options Developer Options Default Developer options Desktop backup password None specified Stay awake Disable Protect SD card Disable USB debugging Disable Allow mock locations Disable Select debug app None specified CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 168 Background process limit Standard limit Show all ANRs Disable Note: All developer options are turned off by default. The options listed are enabled only when developer options are turned on. For more information, go to developer.android.com. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual...
  • Page 170 Honeywell 6001 36th Avenue West Everett, Washington 98203 U.S.A. tel 425.348.2600 fax 425.355.9551 www.intermec.com © 2014 Intermec by Honeywell All rights reserved. CN51 Mobile Computer User Manual *935-078-002* P/N 935-078-002...

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