Winmate M101Q8 Series User Manual

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M101Q8 Series
Rugged Android Tablet
Qualcomm® SDA 660 Kryo 260 CPU, octa-core, up to 2.2 GHz
Android 9.0
User Guide
Version 1.0
Document Part No. 915211101069
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

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  • Page 1 M101Q8 Series Rugged Android Tablet Qualcomm® SDA 660 Kryo 260 CPU, octa-core, up to 2.2 GHz Android 9.0 User Guide Version 1.0 Document Part No. 915211101069 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    EYBOARD ETTINGS 2.9 C ............................30 HANGING OUCHSCREEN ODES 2.10 A ................................... 31 BOUT HONE CHAPTER 3: WINMATE HOME MANAGER .......................... 32 3.1 H ..............................33 OW TO PPLICATIONS 3.2 H ............................. 35 OW TO NLOCK PPLICATIONS 3.3 H ..............................37...
  • Page 3 ARCODE EADER 6.1.1 Barcode Reader Location ............................49 6.1.2 Android Winmate® Data Collection (WDC) ......................49 6.1.3 Where to Find WDC ..............................49 6.1.4 How to Turn On/Off the Power of Barcode Reader ....................50 6.1.5 How to Change the Symbologies of Barcode ......................51 6.1.6 How to Add Command to the Barcode Output ......................
  • Page 4: Preface

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide Preface Advisory Conventions Four types of advisories are used throughout the user manual to provide helpful information or to alert you to the potential for hardware damage or personal injury. These are Notes, Important, Cautions, and Warnings.
  • Page 5: Safety Information

    Preface Safety Information When the Battery Pack Has Deteriorated, Precaution on Battery Pack Replace It with a New Battery. Continued use Précaution avec le bloc-pile of a damaged battery pack may result in heat generation, ignition or battery rupture. Do Not Disassemble, Modify, or Insert Sharp [FR] Lorsque la pile est détériorée, la Objects Into the Battery Pack.
  • Page 6 M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide  This product should not be used near water General Product Safety such as bathtubs, sinks, swimming pools, wet Sécurité générale des basement, etc. produits [FR] Ce produit ne dois pas être utilisé près de l'eau comme les baignoires, les éviers, les ...
  • Page 7: Handling And Maintenance

    Preface Handling and Maintenance Gently wipe the display with a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use alcohol or detergent on the product. General Guideline [FR] Essuyer délicatement l'écran avec un Guide Général chiffon doux non pelucheux. Ne pas utiliser d'alcool ou un détergent sur le produit. Keep the product at least 13 cm (5 inches) Touchscreen Guideline away from electrical appliances that can...
  • Page 8: Declaration Of Conformity (Doc)

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide Declaration of Conformity (DoC) FCC Statement This device complies with part 15 FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference.  This device must accept any interference received including ...
  • Page 9: About This User Guide

    Documentation Set The documentation set for the M101Q8 provides information for specific user needs, and includes: M101Q8 Series Quick Start Guide - describes how to get the M101Q8 up and running. • M101Q8 Series User Guide – contains detailed description on how to use the M101Q8, its •...
  • Page 10: Chapter 1: Getting Started

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide Chapter 1: Getting Started This chapter tells you information about Winmate® M101Q8 Series tablet, its highlighted features, and provides basic instructions for using the M101Q8 , including powering on and resetting the M101Q8 .
  • Page 11: Unpacking

    • Capacitive Touch Stylus • Quick Start Guide Optional Accessories Your package may include optional accessories based on your order. You can purchase optional accessories for M101Q8 from Winmate: Carry Bag Hand Strap • With hand carrier and shoulder strap •...
  • Page 12: Description Of Parts

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide 1.2 Description of Parts Front: Right: Item Description Item Description Front Micro Memory card reader 2 Megapixel Webcam Camera SD Card port for Micro SD Reader Card Show the current status of the Tablet Computer Red: High speed USB port Type C connects to PC or...
  • Page 13: First-Time Operation

    0BChapter 1: Getting Started Rear: Bottom: No Item Description Item Description Optional NFC reader for Latch to lock the battery reading of NFC tags. Battery Lock in place once battery is Latch inserted. No spring Kensington Provide lock access for loaded.
  • Page 14: Installing Sim-Card (For Wwan Equipped Devices)

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide 1.3.1 Installing SIM-Card (For WWAN Equipped Devices) The Tablet Computer supports WWAN data connection and fits a Micro-SIM card. To install the SIM card: Service Windows WWAN Module Tools Needed: Screw: M2x5, 4 pc Screw: M2x3.5, 1 pc Screwdriver: Philips Type , Size #0 , for Screwdriver: Philips Type , Size #0 , for...
  • Page 15: Inserting Microsd Card

    0BChapter 1: Getting Started MicroSD Card 1.3.2 Inserting Your tablet supports Micro SDXS card. To install Micro SDXS card: 1. Open I/O protective cover by pulling out the latch. 2. Insert microSD card into slot with contacts facing down. 3. Press the card in to ensure that it is seated properly. 4.
  • Page 16: Connecting To Power Supply

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide Removing the Battery Pack 1. Power off the tablet computer (or put it to sleep). Disconnect any cords connected to the computer. 2. Turn the tablet computer over, back facing up. 3. Locate the Battery Lock Latch and push it to the “Unlocked” position. 4.
  • Page 17: Turning Off

    0BChapter 1: Getting Started 1.4.2 Turning Off 1. To turn off the device, press and hold the power button until the phone options menu appears, tap the Power Off. 2. User can also use the Phone options menu to put the device into silent or airplane mode, see features table.
  • Page 18 M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide...
  • Page 19: Chapter 2: Using The Tablet

    Chapter 2: Using the Tablet Chapter 2: Using the Tablet This chapter explains how to use the buttons, status icons, and controls of the M101Q8 Rugged Tablet running on Android 9.0 Operating System and provides instructions on entering and capturing data.
  • Page 20: Using The Touch Screen

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide 2.1 Using the Touch Screen The touchscreen supports the core gestures for Android. Gesture Action Description To select or activate something Touch and hold an item on the screen by touching it and not Tap &...
  • Page 21: Using The Home Screen

    Chapter 2: Using the Tablet 2.3 Using the Home Screen Home screen is the starting point to access all the features on your tablet Device. It displays application icons, widgets, shortcuts, and other features. User can personalize the home screen. See “Personalizing home screen”. 2.3.1 Personalizing Home Screen User can add application icons, shortcuts, widgets, and other items to any part of any Home screen where there is free space.
  • Page 22 M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide To move an item on the HOME SCREEN: 1. Tap and hold the item you want to move, until it can be moved. 2. Drag it to a new location on the screen. 3. Place the item where you want to put it and lift your finger. To remove items from the HOME SCREEN: 1.
  • Page 23: Viewing Other Parts Of The Home Screen

    Chapter 2: Using the Tablet 2.3.2 Viewing other parts of the Home Screen 1. Slide your finger left or right across the Home screen. Extensions to the Home screen provide extra space for APPS, shortcuts, and other items. 2. Tap the launcher icon to view the entire APPS of the device.
  • Page 24: Status And Notification Icons

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide 2.4 Status and Notification Icons 2.4.1 Notification Icons Pull down from the left top of the screen to get the notifications area. The following icons indicate that you have received notification. 2.4.2 Status Icons Pull down from the right top of the screen to get the notifications area.
  • Page 25: Using The On-Screen Keyboard

    Chapter 2: Using the Tablet 2.5 Using the On-Screen Keyboard User will be able to enter text using the On-Screen Keyboard. Some applications will launch the keyboard automatically. In others, user needs to touch a text field where user wants to enter text to launch the keyboard.
  • Page 26: Editing Text

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide 2.5.2 Editing Text To select text: 1. Double-tap the text you want to select. 2. Tap to select all the sentences in the menu that appears, the selected text is highlighted in blue, with a tab at each end of the selected word. 3.
  • Page 27: Display Settings

    Chapter 2: Using the Tablet 2.6 Display Settings Use the display settings to configure brightness and other screen settings. 1. Tap MENU and then tap Settings 2. In the Device tab, tap Display: • Display MiraVision™ - to display picture quality optimization options. •...
  • Page 28: Audio Profile Settings

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide Note: For the longest battery life between charges, use the shortest Sleep time. 2.7 Audio Profile Settings Use the sound settings to configure how and at what volume the tablet rings, vibrates or alerts user in other ways when user receive a call, receive a notification or an alarm sounds.
  • Page 29: Adjusting Volume

    Chapter 2: Using the Tablet 2.7.2 Adjusting Volume 1. Press the volume keys to change the ring volume (On Home screen) or earpiece volume (during a call). 2. Press the volume key to set up Vibration mode. 2.8 Language and Keyboard Settings Use the Language &...
  • Page 30: Changing Touchscreen Modes

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide Changing the Keyboard Language The current keyboard language is displayed on the Space key and user can switch languages. 1. Tap and hold the space key 2. Without lifting the finger, slide it to the left or right until the language you want to use appears in the center of the small window above the Space Key.
  • Page 31: About Phone

    Chapter 2: Using the Tablet 2.10 About Phone About Phone includes information about user’s device. System Update — provides information regarding the local or online update of your devices. • Status — opens the status screen with a list of information about battery, network, signal strength •...
  • Page 32: Chapter 3: Winmate Home Manager

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide Chapter 3: Winmate Home Manager The M101Q8 Series Rugged Tablet comes with preinstalled APP named Winmate® Home Manager (WHM). This application lets the device manager to lock the launcher. When the launcher is locked the user can only use one application assigned by the...
  • Page 33: How To Lock Applications

    Chapter 3: Winmate Home Manager 3.1 How to Lock Applications Step 1  In the main APPS window, select the Home Manager APP and enable it.  Select Home Manager to start your settings.  Go to Password Manager and set your own password for this APP. The default password is “0000”.
  • Page 34 M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide Step 4 Select “Restrict Home”, and then restart the tablet. Step 5 System will ask to select “Just once” or “Always” to use this launcher, please select “Always”.
  • Page 35: How To Unlock Applications

    Chapter 3: Winmate Home Manager The system will automatically start the application which you selected and lock it. Any time you press home key or back key, the system will go back to the same application which you have selected.
  • Page 36 M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide Step 2 Go back to “Home Selector” and press “Clear and Reset Default Home”. Step 3 Restart the system and you will go back to the normal Launcher.
  • Page 37: How To Change Password

    Chapter 3: Winmate Home Manager 3.3 How to Change Password Step 1 Go to Password Manager and set your own password for this APP. Step 2 The default password is “0000”. Enter a new password in New Password field, and then tap Change Password.
  • Page 38: Chapter 4: Networks And Wireless Devices

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide Chapter 4: Networks and Wireless Devices This chapter explains how to connect tablet to network and peripheral devices.
  • Page 39: Onnecting To Obile Etworks

    Chapter 4: Networks and Wireless Devices 4.1 Connecting to Mobile Networks When users install a SIM card from service provider to the M101Q8, the device is configured to use the provider’s networks for voice calls and for transmitting data. Different locations may have different mobile networks available;...
  • Page 40: Adding Wi-Fi Network

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide 4.2.2 Adding Wi-Fi Network 1. Turn on Wi-Fi, in the Wi-Fi settings screen, tap + Add network (at the bottom of the list of discovered networks). 2. Input the SSID (name) of the network, if the network is secured, tap the security menu and then tap the type of security deployed on the network.
  • Page 41: Connecting To Bluetooth Devices

    Chapter 4: Networks and Wireless Devices 4.3 Connecting to Bluetooth Devices 4.3.1 Turning Bluetooth On or Off 1. Tap MENU and then tap System settings 2. Tap Wireless & networks and then select Bluetooth. 3. Toggle the on/off switch on the top-right hand side to turn on Bluetooth. 4.3.2 Connecting to Bluetooth Device 1.
  • Page 42: Connecting To Computer Via Usb

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide 4.4 Connecting to Computer via USB User can connect their tablet to a computer with USB cable to transfer files between tablet and computer. Important: -When connecting your tablet to a computer and inserting its USB storage or SD card, user must follow the computer’s instructions for connecting and disconnecting USB device, to avoid damaging or corrupting files.
  • Page 43: Usb Debugging Settings

    Chapter 4: Networks and Wireless Devices Tap this icon to choose the type of USB connection. • Transfer files –let user transfers files between computer and tablet. Transfer photos (PTP) – let users transfer photos or • media files if MTP is not supported. •...
  • Page 44 M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide Important: Carefully follow your computer’s instructions to un-mount the USB storage or SD card. Disconnect USB device not properly can cause a loss of important data or information.
  • Page 45: Chapter 5: Using Camera

    Chapter 5: Using Camera Chapter 5: Using Camera This chapter explains how to use camera to capture photos and videos.
  • Page 46: Capturing Photos Or Video

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide 5.1 Capturing Photos or Video Winmate® M101Q8 is equipped with an 13MP Camera on the rear side and an 8 MP Camera on the front side, which user can use to capture photos or video.
  • Page 47: Shooting Videos

    Chapter 5: Using Camera 5.1.4 Shooting Videos 1. Slide to the left side, then tap the to start recording video. 1. The countdown time remaining to shoot is located on the top; when the time left is less than a minute, the countdown turns red.
  • Page 48: Chapter 6: Using Barcode Reader

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide Chapter 6: Using Barcode Reader This chapter explains how to use Barcode Reader and Android Winmate® Data Collection application.
  • Page 49: Using Barcode Reader

    6.1 Using Barcode Reader 6.1.1 Barcode Reader Location 2D Barcode Reader is an optional feature for Winmate® M101Q8 and may not be present in your device. Barcode Reader is located on the top side of the tablet. 6.1.2 Android Winmate® Data Collection (WDC) The M101Q8 with Barcode Reader comes with pre-installed software made by Winmate®...
  • Page 50: How To Turn On/Off The Power Of Barcode Reader

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide 6.1.4 How to Turn On/Off the Power of Barcode Reader 1. Go to the WDC application. 2. Tap Barcode Setting 3. Once the user entered the WDC application, the device will automatically turn on the Barcode Reader. And the user can turn off the Barcode Reader by tapping Barcode Power Status: ON.
  • Page 51: How To Change The Symbologies Of Barcode

    Chapter 6: Using Barcode Reader 6.1.5 How to Change the Symbologies of Barcode 1. Go to the WDC application 2. Tap Barcode Settings 3. Tap Barcode Preference. 4. Users can change the symbologies of the barcode: 2D Symbologies • • Imager Options User Preference •...
  • Page 52: How To Change The Scan Type Of The Barcode Reader

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide 6.1.7 How to Change the Scan Type of the Barcode Reader . Go to the “WDC” application 2. Go to Barcode Settings , tap Trigger Settings. 3. Select the Scan Type or select read time of the Barcode Reader. To start scanning the barcode user has to leave the WDC application.
  • Page 53: Scanning A Barcode

    Chapter 6: Using Barcode Reader 6.1.9 Scanning a Barcode How to scan a barcode: 1. Press the function button to trigger the barcode. 2. Aim the barcode. 3. Ensure the entire barcode is within the rectangular area formed by the brackets in the laser framing.
  • Page 54: Docking Connector Pin Definition

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide Angle Scanning angle is important for promoting quick decodes. Horizontal 34.4° 34.4° Scanning Angle Vertical 22.2° Horizontal 30° Framing Angle Vertical 20° 6.2 Docking Connector Pin Definition The M101Q8 tablet computer supports one 19-pin docking connector at the bottom side. The pin definition is listed as the following table.
  • Page 55: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix Appendix includes additional product information, including technical specifications; order information, OS image and OTA update procedures.
  • Page 56: Appendix A: Basic Troubleshooting

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide Appendix A: Basic Troubleshooting Problem Solution The removable battery is not charging. Make sure the AC adapter is properly connected, • and that the removable battery is properly inserted. Nothing appears on the screen. The tablet computer may be in sleep mode.
  • Page 57: Appendix B: Software Development Kit

    File Type Description M101Q8 Drivers Android Debug Bridge(ADB) Driver / USB Driver M101Q8 Flash Tool Flash Tool Winmate® provides Software Development Kit (SDK) for M101Q8. Item File Type Description General SDK (WDC) Development kit for WDC, including Barcode Reader Download SDK from Winmate Download Center.
  • Page 58: Appendix C: Product Specifications

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide Appendix C: Product Specifications Model Name M101Q8 Size 10.1-inch IPS display with LED Backlight Resolution 1920 x 1200 Brightness 800 nit with Optical Bonding for Sunlight Readability Touch Touch Multi-Touch Projected Capacitive Contrast Ratio 800:1 Display Specification...
  • Page 59: Appendix D: Order Information

    Default Appendix E: OS Image Update Winmate provide OS Image update tool. Refer to “OS Image Update Tool Guide” for a detailed instruction on how to update OS image. Download OS Image update tool and OS Image Update Tool Guide from Winmate Download Center.
  • Page 60: Appendix F: Ota Update Guide

    M101Q8 Rugged Android Tablet User Guide Appendix F: OTA Update Guide You can use online OTA Update tool to update firmware version. Important Battery capacity must not be lower than 30% during update. To update OTA: 1. Select OTA-firmware. 2. Select Manual check. 3.
  • Page 61 Winmate Inc. 9F, No.111-6, Shing-De Rd., San-Chung District, New Taipei City 24158, Taiwan, R.O.C www.winmate.com Copyright © Winmate Inc. All rights reserved.

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