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Page 1: User Manual
User Manual PWS-872 Industrial Tablet PC For FCC ID: M82-PWS872, it supports BT/BLE/2.4G+5G WiFi only without the other RF Tx function.”. - Page 2 No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Advantech Co., Ltd. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable.
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Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity
Declaration of Conformity CE Conformity Statement Radio products with the CE alert marking comply with the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/ EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the following European Norms (in brackets are the equivalent international standards) ... -
Page 4: Technical Support And Assistance
A complete description of the problem – The exact wording of any error messages Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and PWS-872 Do not attempt to service the PWS-872 yourself. Always follow installation instructions closely. - Page 5 AC adapter while it is inside a carrying case. Use only the AC adapter, power cord, and batteries that are approved for use with this PWS-872. Use of another type of battery or AC adapter may cause risk of fire or explosion. ...
- Page 6 Display Grant section of www.fcc.gov/oet/ea/fccid .To ensure that RF exposure levels remain at or below the tested levels, use a beltclip, holster, or similar accessory that have no metallic component in the assembly.
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Page 7: Battery Safety
Battery Safety RTC Battery Caution RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. Do not place the battery incorrectly as this may cause danger of explosion. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. ... - Page 8 Chapter 1 Industrial and Ready to Go...
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Page 9: Symbols Used In This Manual
This user manual outlines all you need to know to set up and use your PWS-872. If you have any further questions or queries, contact our technical support team via our website: http://www.advantech.com.tw/... -
Page 10: Optional Accessories
• PWS-872 Tablet PC • AC power adaptor • Capacitive pen • Tether Optional Accessories • Desk docking station • Vehicle docking station • External battery • External battery charger • Universal cover • I/O Extension, MSR and Smart Card Reader Extension, UHF RFID Extension •... -
Page 11: Front View
Exploring the PWS-872 Front View Component 2M Front Camera Home Key (Programmable) Function Key (Programmable) Speakers Fingerprint (Optional) Capacity Hot Key(Programmable) -
Page 12: Rear View
Rear View Component 8M AF Camera with Flash Light NFC RFID Reader (Optional) Capacitive Pen Latch (For External Battery & SIM Card Slot) SIM Card Slot Connector for External Battery... -
Page 13: Side Views
Side Views Component Kensington Lock Power Button Audio Combo Jack HDMI Connector (1.4) USB Connector (USB 3.0) DC-in Screw Holes for Extension Module USB Connector (USB 3.0) USB Connector (USB 2.0) SD Card Slot (SDXC) -
Page 14: Top View
Top View Component D-Ring for Shoulder Belt Vent of Fan 1D or 2D Barcode Scanner (Optional) Bottom View Component Docking connector... - Page 15 Chapter 2 Getting Started & Making Connections...
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Page 16: Inserting A Memory Card
Inserting a Memory Card You can insert an SD card to store data, which needs to be later transferred to another machine, or to simply expand the storage capacity of the PWS-872. 1. Open the SD card compartment cover. 2. Insert the SD card with the metal contacts facing upwards, until it clicks into place. -
Page 17: Using The Tether
1. Insert one of the tether’s loop end through the hole of the capacitive pen. 2. Insert the other end through the first loop and pull it tight. 3. Insert the other loop end to either D-ring of PWS-872. Insert the capacitive pen through the loop and pull it tight Connecting the Power Before you can use your PWS-872, you must fully charge the battery. -
Page 18: Connecting Headphones/ Microphone
You can connect peripheral devices, such as a USB keyboard and mouse, as well as other wireless devices using the USB ports on the PWS-872. PWS-872 has one USB 3.0 port on the both sides and one USB 2.0 port on the left side. - Page 19 Chapter 3 Turning on & Controlling the PWS-872...
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Page 20: Using The Touch Screen
1. Press and hold the power button to turn on the PWS-872. Controlling the PWS-872 Using the Touch Screen The PWS-872 is equipped with touch screen technology, for ease of use when you are on the go. Simply tap the screen with your finger to select icons and run applications. - Page 21 The buttons can be configured as shortcuts to access your favorite or frequently used programs. Please refer to chapter for more detail settings. Button Function Name Home Press to return Home Barcode Press to trigger barcode. Capacity Hot Key...
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Page 22: Using The On-Screen Keyboard
Using the On-Screen Keyboard Tap keyboard icon to bring up the on-screen keyboard. Use your finger to tap and enter letters, numbers and symbols as you would with a regular keyboard. Making WiFi Connection WiFi access requires a separate purchase of a service contract with a wireless service provider. - Page 23 The PWS-872 comes pre-loaded with WLAN module, you can send and receive signals to a WiFi network then synchronize files. A wireless network can be added either when the network is detected or by manually entering settings information. Before doing these steps, determine if authentication information is needed.
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Page 24: Making Bluetooth Connections
The wireless connection icon in the notification area shows a connected status whenever a wireless connection is present. Making Bluetooth Connections The PWS-872 comes with built-in Bluetooth functionality that allows you to connect and communicate with other Bluetooth-enabled devices. Setting Up Bluetooth Follow these instructions to set up a Bluetooth connection. - Page 25 2. In notification area, tap Bluetooth logo and select Add a Device.
- Page 26 3. Select Bluetooth device and tap Next to add Bluetooth device. 4. Select Next for both PWS-872 and the blue tooth device after passkey is confirmed. 5. The Bluetooth device is successfully added into PWS-872.
- Page 27 6. To view Bluetooth device added, tap Show Bluetooth Devices. It is recommended that you use a passkey to prevent unauthorized access to your PWS-872.
- Page 28 Chapter 4 Using Advantech Control Center...
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Page 29: System Information
Advantech Control Center for PWS-872 Advantech Control Center is a useful tool for user to get PWS-872 basic system information and control PWS-872 easily System Information Tap “Information” of Advantech Control Center to get the basic information of the system which includes followings: Batteries capacity information ... -
Page 30: System Control
System Control Tap “System” of Advantech Control Center to configurate basic control setting. Brightness: Tap Brightness in System page and the screen brightness control bar will show up. User can scroll the bar to adjust the screen brightness. Check “Auto Brightness” to... - Page 31 Volume: Tap Volume in System page to configurate the speaker volume. Microphone: Tap Microphone in System page to configurate microphone volume.
- Page 33 Resolution: Tap Resolution in System page to adjust screen resolution and orientation mode. Check “Allow the screen to auto-rotate” if user wants to enable screen auto rotation. Text Size: Tap Text Size in System page to change text size.
- Page 34 Calibration Tap Calibration in System page to re-calibrate touch screen. The accuracy of capacitive touch screen might vary according to different environments; therefore it is suggested to re- calibrate touch screen once user feel the touch screen is not as accurate as usual. Please use mouse instead of finger for re-calibration.
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Page 36: Module Control
Module Control Tap “Module” of Advantech Control Center to configurate module setting. Speaker Source Setting: Tap Speaker Source Setting in Module page to choose preferred speaker source (when PWS-872 is docked). - Page 37 Microphone Source Setting: Tap Microphone Source Setting in Module page to choose preferred microphone source (when PWS-872 is docked). Hot Key Mode Setting: Tap Hot Key Mode Setting in Module page to configurate hot key function. There are three pre-set modes, users can choose either one or customize their own setting.
- Page 38 (ii) Windows Home & Barcode Trigger This is the default hot key setting. The right button is for barcode trigger and the left button is for Windows Home. Users can click Switch Key Control to switch functions of left and right buttons. Once the “Switch Key Control”...
- Page 39 Once the hot keys are set to Windows Home & Barcode Trigger mode, the barcode will be turned on automatically. Users can press barcode trigger hot key to scan any barcode and the barcode information can show in the notepad or word file. (iii) Personalize Hot Key Function Users can user this to configure hot keys to their desired functions.
- Page 40 Module Control: Tap Module Control in Module page to control the on/off of each function. Users can easily tap the icons to power on or power off of each single function in this page. User can tap Factory Default to reset module on/off control to default settings (WLAN and fingerprint on;...
- Page 41 Utility Tap “Utility” of Advantech Control Center to access demo utilities Before you try these utilities, make sure the module related to the utility is set as “ON” in the Module Control page Light Sensor: Tap Light Sensor in Utility page and the demo light sensor utility will pop up and will show the current lux information.
- Page 42 Camera: Make sure the camera module is turned on in the Module Control page. Tap Camera in Utility page and the camera utility will pop up. Users can tap icon to select either front camera or rear camera and do photo shooting or video recording .
- Page 43 Sensor Hub: Make sure the sensor hub is turned on in the Module Control page. Tap Sensor Hub in Utility page, the Sensor Diagnostics Tool will pop up. This tool will provide the raw data of each sensor. WWAN AirCard: Make sure the SIM card is installed before using this function.
- Page 44 Tap “Connect” to connect to carrier. Once connection is made, you can connect to internet...
- Page 45 GPS Info: Make sure GPS is turned on in the Module Control page. Tap GPS Info in Utility page, the GPS Information utility will pop up. Set COM Port to COM1 and Baud Rate to 9600 and then click Start GPS. You will get GPS information. Fingerprint Demo: Make sure fingerprint is turned on in the Module Control page.
- Page 46 Tap Grab and follow the instruction to swipe the finger to get the fingerprint data. Users can save or load the fingerprint data.
- Page 47 NFC : Make sure NFC is turned on in the Module Control page. Tap NFC in Utility page, users will be directed to Stollmann’s website for NFC utility download Fill in the information to register. After registration, users will get an email notification with download link provided.
- Page 48 The detection result will be shown in the lower left corner of the utility. Click Start RW, and put the card near the scan area (on the back side of PWS-872). You can see the scanned data. The scanning distance is around 3-4 cm.
- Page 49 If users want to change data with another device with NFC function, users can try the P2P feature. Click SNEP server and then Start P2P Put together both device and user can see the other device will be detected.
- Page 50 When PWS-872 is docked and vehicle is turned to ignition off, the PWS-872 will pop up a countdown warning message as below. User can tap OK to turn off PWS-872 or tap Cancel to keep PWS-872 on. If not action is taken, PWS-872 will automatically...
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Page 52: Maintenance
Chapter 5 Maintenance... -
Page 53: Maintaining The Battery
LCD screen cleaner. Cleaning the PWS-872 1. Turn off the PWS-872 and unplug the power cord. 2. Wipe the screen and exterior with a soft, damp cloth moistened only with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners on the screen, as these will discolor the finish and damage the screen. - Page 54 Chapter 6 Appendix...
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Page 55: Specifications
Specifications Feature Specifications Intel® Celeron Processor 2.2 GHz 3965U Intel® Core™ i3 Processor 2.4 GHz 7100U Intel® Core™ i5 Processor 2.6 GHz 7300U with Turbo Boost to CPU & Chipset 3.5GHz Intel® Core™ i7 vPro™ Processor 2.8 GHz 7600U with Turbo Boost to 3.9 GHz Memory SO-DIMM DDR4 2133MHz up to 8GB... - Page 56 Capacitive pen On-screen QWERTY keyboard LED Status Power LED Indicator Battery LED RFID LED External I/O USB 3.0 x 2; USB 2.0 x1 Interfaces HDMI 1.4 x 1 SD card slot x1 (SDXC/UHS1/UHS2) Audio combo jack (Line-in/Line-out) x 1 DC-in x 1 Docking Port x1 (32PIN) SIM slot x1 Power Supply...
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Page 57: Led Status
LED Status AC in Internal Green Orange Red LED Remark on/off Battery System Off Static Battery charging Static Battery charge full System ON Static (Battery > 30%) Static Battery charging Static Battery charge full Battery Low Static (< 30%) Battery Low (<...
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