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  • Page 1 USER’S GUIDE RUGGED HANDHELD COMPUTER...
  • Page 2 No part of this publication may be reproduced and modified without the written permission of AMREL AMREL reserves the right to make changes in the products or the product specifications without any prior notice. Customers are advised to contact AMREL for updated product information.
  • Page 3 Revision History: Revision Date Changes Author 1.0.0 2015/8/24 Initial Release Pablo Tseng...
  • Page 4 Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. Regulatory Information/ Disclaimers Installation and use of this computer must be in strict accordance with the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product.
  • Page 5 FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class-B digital device pursuant part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and radiates radio frequency energy.
  • Page 6 Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) and the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms: EN55022 CISPR 22 Radio Frequency Interference EN55024 EN61000-4-2, EN61000-4-3, EN61000-4-4, EN61000-4-5, EN61000-4-6, EN61000-4-8, EN61000-4-11, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, Generic Immunity...
  • Page 7 CE Declaration of Conformity It is confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the approximation of the laws of the member states relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2004/108/EC), Low-voltage Directive (2006/95/EC) and the procedures given in R&TTE Directive (99/5/EC).
  • Page 8 Power Conservation This handheld computer consumes less power compared to conventional consumer computers. The power consumption may be further reduced by properly configuring the Power Management Setup. It is recommended that the power saving features be enabled even when not running on battery power.
  • Page 9 Battery Precautions  Only use batteries designed for this handheld computer. Using incompatible battery types may cause explosion, leakage or damage to the computer.  Do not remove the battery from the computer while the computer is powered on.  Do not continuously use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears damaged (e.g.
  • Page 10 Environmental Information, Material Safety & Recycling All materials used in the manufacturing of this equipment are recyclable or environmentally friendly. Please recycle the packing materials in accordance with local regulations at the end of the product's service life. Notice:  The equipment may contain insignificant amount of hazardous substances for health and environment below control level.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS ..............1 HAPTER ETTING TARTED ..................... 1 NPACKING ................2 PPEARANCE VERVIEW ......................6 ..................7 EADY FOR ............9 HAPTER PERATING NFORMATION ..........9 TART SING ANDHELD OMPUTER ..........9 SING ANDHELD OMPUTER ............. 10 NSTALLING PERATION YSTEM .............
  • Page 12 VGA ..................... 33 ..................34 OUCH CREEN ..................34 TICKPOINTER ....................34 UDIO ..............34 EVICE OWER ANAGER ) ............. 35 IRELESS EVICES PTIONAL GLAN (O ) ................36 PTIONAL TPM (O )................... 36 PTIONAL ) ................36 RADLE PTIONAL ..............

  • Page 13: Chapter One - Getting Started

    Getting Started Chapter One - Getting Started Unpacking After unpacking, the followings are the standard items along with your computer. If there is any missing or damaged, please notify the dealer immediately.  Handheld Computer Unit  AC Adapter  AC Power Cord ...

  • Page 14: Appearance Overview

    Getting Started Appearance Overview Before starting to use your handheld computer, we suggest you to have a quick glance at it to know the external components well. Front Embedded Antennas LCD Display LED Indicators Keypad Chapter One - 2...
  • Page 15 Getting Started Rear Speaker Battery Lock Stylus Pen Battery Chapter One - 3...
  • Page 16 Getting Started L1 & L2: (Select 1 out of 7) Optional Sealed GLAN Optional Sealed USB Port Optional Sealed Audio Optional Sealed RS232 (Trade-off: L5 RS232) Optional SMA ANT for WLAN, BT, GPS Chapter One - 4...
  • Page 17 Getting Started Bottom DC Power Jack L5 Optional Expansion POGO Connector Note:  DC-In: Default: Fischer 3-pin Connector  Expansion POGO Connector signals include: COM1(RS232) x1(Trade off with L1/L2 RS232) USB 2.0 (Host) x1 GLAN x1 VGA x1 (Trade off with cradle VGA) DC-in Chapter One - 5...
  • Page 18 Getting Started Left L4 Cradle POGO Connector Note:  Cradle POGO Connector signals include: USB 2.0 (Host) x1 VGA x1 DC-in Right SIM Card USB 2.0 (Host) x1 SD (SDHC) Card Chapter One - 6...

  • Page 19: Ready For Use

    Getting Started Ready for Use After taking a quick look at your handheld computer, the following illustrations will get you ready for using it. Mounting the Battery 2. Use a suitable-size coin to lock. 1. Mount the battery into the battery bay.
  • Page 20 Getting Started Turning ON the Power Make sure the battery is mounted or connect all power cords well for the stable power supply. Now, you are able to turn ON the power of your handheld computer by pressing “Power Button”. Press on the keypad to turn on the power of your...

  • Page 21: Chapter Two - Operating Information

    Operating Information Chapter Two - Operating Information Start Using Your Handheld Computer Always turning on your handheld computer by using the power button, this is a standard operating procedure to start using your handheld computer. After turning on the power of your handheld computer, it will start with the operating system (OS) such as Windows 7.

  • Page 22: Installing Operation System

    Operating Information Standby Under “Standby” mode, the system will temporarily save your work into RAM. If you want to start your handheld computer again, all you need is to press any key. You are able to do enter “Sleep” mode by directly clicking “Start” => “Shut down” => “Standby”...

  • Page 23: Using Indicators And Keypad

    Operating Information Using Indicators and Keypad Your handheld computer is designed with a keypad for easy and quick operation. Also, each LED indicator shows different meanings. Here are the descriptions for each button and LED indicator to help you use well with your handheld computer.
  • Page 24 Operating Information Keypad Hotkey Before using the keypad functions, please install the Device Power Manager application to activate the hotkeys. Layer: Layer: 1. “ ”+ “U” a. Fn + Invisible Mode On/Off = Keypad Backlight On/Off 2. Application Menu b. Fn + Volume Up/ Down = 3.

  • Page 25: Using Application Menu

    Operating Information Using Application Menu Application Menu is a hotkey to help you directly access to the functions you often use. Device Power Manger includes the driver of the keypad hotkeys. Do remember to install this application before activating the keypad hotkeys. Please see the followings for the illustrations: Device Power Manager My Documents...
  • Page 26 Operating Information 1. Click “Configure” to start. 2. Use “Standard Calibration” and follow the instructions. A stylus pen is provided for you to use well with the touch screen. Here are some operating tips to help you use the touch screen well with a stylus pen. Single Click: Tapping the touch screen with a stylus pen gently Double Click:...
  • Page 27 Operating Information Note:  Touch harder with your stylus pen on the icons around the edges. Or, press Hotkey “Text Input” for accessing to common tools and use the magnifier to magnify the edge icons for an easier click.  Under the direct sunlight for a longer time, the touch screen could ℃...

  • Page 28: Using Microphone

    Operating Information Using Microphone It is able for you to record sounds and voices through your handheld computer. Please follow the instruction listed as below to start. Before recording, be sure to enter into Realtek HD Audio Manager, and do the appropriate settings.

  • Page 29: Operating Wireless Devices

    Operating Information Operating Wireless Devices For your ease of operations, you can turn on/off your wireless devices through the proprietary software application - “Device Power Manager”. Bluetooth (Optional) The Bluetooth module provides your handheld computer with a short-range wireless communication protocol to connect with other compatible devices via the pre-installed embedded antenna.
  • Page 30 Operating Information Wireless LAN (Optional) Wireless LAN is an optional wireless communication module for your handheld computer. An embedded antenna will be pre-installed in your handheld computer to access the internet wirelessly. To activate your Wireless LAN function, please follow the illustrations below: Driver &...
  • Page 31 Operating Information GPS (Optional) GPS is an optional module for your handheld computer. This GPS module supports both GPS and GLONASS systems. An embedded antenna is pre-installed in your handheld computer to support the functions of your GPS and GLONASS. Driver &...
  • Page 32 Operating Information Note:  Wireless devices can be turned ON/OFF through BIOS. Once a device is turned off through BIOS, its button on the Device Power Manager will be colored in yellow and with a prohibition marker. For example, the following illustration shows that WLAN, WWAN and GPS devices are disabled through BIOS.

  • Page 33: Using Cradle (Optional)

    Operating Information Using Cradle (Optional) Cradle is designed for docking, ports extending and charging. Before using Cradle, please install the related drivers first for activating cradle’s functions. Mounting with Cradle Dock cradle either power is ON or OFF. (Recommend OFF). There are both arrows on the handheld computer and cradle.

  • Page 34: Chapter Three - Managing Power

    Managing Power Chapter Three - Managing Power Charging Battery An AC adapter, an AC power cord and a battery are required during battery charging. These are standard accessories for your handheld computer. Do always use the AC adapter, the AC power cord and the battery designed for your handheld computer. After unpacking your handheld computer, the first thing you need to do is starting charging battery for the further use.

  • Page 35: Power Conservation

    Managing Power Power Conservation This computer consumes much less power than conventional computers. However, power consumption may be reduced by configuring the Power Management Setup properly. It is recommended the power saving functions to be enabled even when not running on battery power.

  • Page 36: Supporting Acpi

    Managing Power Supporting ACPI Your handheld computer supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) for power management. With ACPI and an ACPI-compliant operating system such as Windows, the feature will allow you to reduce the power consumption for energy saving. By supporting ACPI, the AC adapter LED and the Power indicator LED will show in different ways.

  • Page 37: Ac Adapter And Ac Power Cord Safety

    Managing Power AC Adapter and AC Power Cord Safety There are specific power requirements for your handheld computer:  Only use an approved AC adapter designed for this computer.  There is a 3-prong grounded plug of the AC adapter. The third prong is an important for safety.

  • Page 38: Battery Precautions

    Managing Power Battery Precautions  Only use the batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery may cause explosion, leakage or damage to the computer.  Do not remove the battery from the computer while it is powered on.  Do not continuously use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears damaged (e.g.

  • Page 39: Chapter Four - Bios Setup

    BIOS Setup Chapter Four - BIOS Setup Before you entering into the BIOS menu, please connect a USB keyboard with your handheld computer. After the USB keyboard is connected, turn the power of your handheld computer ON and press “Del” on the USB keyboard to directly entering into the BIOS Menu. Main Menu In Main Menu, you are able to see the System Overview and the operating instructions.

  • Page 40: Advanced Menu

    BIOS Setup Advanced Menu In Advanced Menu, you are able to do the advanced settings. Aptio Setup Utility Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit System ACPI Parameters ► ACPI Settings ► RF Device Control ► EC Thermal Control ►...

  • Page 41: Chipset Menu

    BIOS Setup Chipset Menu Aptio Setup Utility Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit North Bridge Parameters ► North Bridge ► South Bridge →← : Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select –/+: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save &...

  • Page 42: Security Menu

    BIOS Setup Security Menu In Security Menu, you are able to do the security settings. Aptio Setup Utility Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Set Administrator Password Password Description If ONLY the Administrator’s password is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is →←...

  • Page 43: Boot Menu

    BIOS Setup Boot Menu In Boot Menu, you are able to do the boot settings. Aptio Setup Utility Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Select boot mode LEGACY/UEFI Boot Configuration Setup Prompt Timeout Bootup NumLock State [On] →← : Select Screen Quiet Boot [Disabled]...

  • Page 44: Save & Exit Menu

    BIOS Setup Save & Exit Menu In Exit Menu, you are able to do the exit option settings. Aptio Setup Utility Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Exit system setup after Save Changes and Exit saving the changes Discard Changes and Exit Save Changes and Reset Discard Changes and Reset...

  • Page 45: Chapter Five - Drivers And Applications

    Drivers and Applications Chapter Five - Drivers and Applications The Utility DVD includes all the drivers for the installed devices in your handheld computer. Please consult the dealer if there is any driver missing. Also, through Device Manager in Windows, you are able to perform “Driver Update” or check if there are still drivers for the devices needed to be installed.

  • Page 46: Touch Screen

    Drivers and Applications Touch Screen Your handheld computer is equipped with a high sensitive touch panel. Please follow the installation as below to start using your touch screen. Read from the Utility DVD and find the directory in readme to finish installation. Stickpointer Stickpointer helps you to navigate your cursor on the screen.

  • Page 47: Wireless Devices (Optional)

    Drivers and Applications Wireless Devices (Optional) Your handheld computer supports wireless communication. Please see the followings to install the drivers and applications. Bluetooth (Optional) Read from the Utility DVD and find the directory in readme to finish installation. WLAN (Optional) Depending on the model you choose;...

  • Page 48: Glan (Optional)

    Drivers and Applications GLAN (Optional) Depending on the model you choose; if your handheld computer is equipped with a GLAN model, please follow the installation as below to connect your handheld computer with the Internet wirelessly. Read from the Utility DVD and find the directory in readme to finish installation. TPM (Optional) Before installing the TPM driver, please enter into the BIOS to turn on the TPM device first.

  • Page 49: Chapter Six - Specifications

    Specifications Chapter Six - Specifications Platform  Intel Bay Trail-I  Intel® Atom™ Dual Core Processor E3825 1.33GHz  1 MB L2 Cache Memory  4 GB / 8 GB DDR3L, 1067 MHz Graphic Controller  Intel HD Graphics Storage ...

  • Page 50: Touch Screen

    Specifications Touch Screen  Resistive Single Touch Screen  5” 800 x 480 TFT LCD with LED B/L  Sunlight-readable with Rugged Touch Screen  Anti-glare Screen Treatments  Optical bonding  Brightness(min.~typ.): 280~336 nits I/O Ports Right (L3):  USB 2.0 (Host) x 1 ...

  • Page 51: Power

    Specifications Power Battery (BD62A)  7.4V, 3900mAh Lithium-ion Battery  Warm swappable under standby mode.  5-hour Operating Time Battery (BD62B)  7.4V, 7800mAh Lithium-ion Battery  Warm swappable under standby mode.  10-hour Operating Time AC Adapter  36W AC 100V-240V 50/60Hz ...

  • Page 52: Environmental Specifications

    Specifications Environmental Specifications  Temperature: I: 0~+40 ºC (+32 ~ +103ºF) operating M: -20 ~ +55ºC (-4 ~ +131ºF) -40 ~ +70ºC (-40 ~ +158ºF) storage  Humidity: 5~95% Non-condensing operating 95% maximum storage  Altitude: 0 ~ 4,572 meters (0 ~ 15,000 feet) operating Certification ...

  • Page 53: Chapter Seven - Optional Devices

    Optional Devices Chapter Seven – Optional Devices Communication  WiFi/Bluetooth: Intel® Centrino® Advanced-N 6235, Dual Band Board Form Factor: PCIe Half Mini Card Wi-Fi Certified: 802.11 a/b/g/n Bluetooth: Supports BT 2.1, 2.1+EDR, 3.0, 3.0+HS, 4.0 (BLE) Interface: PCIe (WiFi)/USB (BT) ...

  • Page 54: Cradle Crdb7

    Optional Devices Cradle CRDB7 Front Side: Rear Side:  Serial Port x 1(COM1/RS232)  Mega LAN x 1  USB 2.0 Port x 3  VGA Port x 1  DC Input Range: 12~32V  CE/FCC  200(L) x 110(W) x 135.2(H) mm ...

  • Page 55: Multi Charger (Mcdb)

    Optional Devices Multi Charger (MCDB) Indicators and Ports  Indicators: - a. Power Indicator: Show green light when attaching 90W AC Adapter - b. Charge Indicator: Show orange light when battery charging, or OFF for fully charged. Physical Characteristcs  9.8”...

  • Page 56: Mini Keyboard Kbd

    Optional Devices Mini Keyboard KBD Mini Keyboard KBD is designed for all models. KBD also brings convenience of use through multi-language keyboard versions and USB interface. The detailed specification is provided below:  USB interface with 30 cm USB cable ...

  • Page 57: Chapter Eight - Maintenance And Service

    Maintenance and Service Chapter Eight - Maintenance and Service Cleaning ALWAYS turn OFF the power, unplug the power cord and remove the battery before cleaning. The exterior of the system and display may be wiped with a clean, soft, and lint-free cloth. If there is difficulty removing dirt, apply non-ammonia, non-alcohol based glass cleaner to the cloth and wipe.

  • Page 58: Rma Service

    Unless prior arrangements have been made, the customer is responsible for all shipping costs. Unauthorized use of the company’s shipping accounts is not permitted. If you require support please contact AMREL Service department: Phone: 800.882.6735 E-mail: cdinfo@amrel.com...

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