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  • Page 1 SCANNING MADE SIMPLE MT90 Orca Pro mobile computer user guide...
  • Page 2 All pictures in this manual are for reference only and actual product may differ. Regarding the product modification and update, Newland Auto-ID Tech. Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes to any software or hardware to improve reliability, function, or design at any time without notice.
  • Page 3 Revision History Version Description Date V1.0.0 Initial Release. 2020-05-09 V1.0.1 Updated with Newland App User Guide Description 2020-05-28...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 About This Guide ................................ 1 Introduction ..................................1 Documentation Set ................................1 Chapter Descriptions ................................ 1 More Information ................................2 Chapter 2 Getting Started ................................3 Introduction ..................................3 Unpacking ..................................3 Accessories (Optional) ..............................3 Getting Started ................................. 4 The MT90.................................
  • Page 5 Chapter 4 Scanning Barcodes ..............................21 Introduction ..................................21 Scanning 1D Barcode ..............................21 Scanning 2D Barcode ..............................22 Programming Scanner ..............................23 Enable Scan ................................... 23 Output Mode .................................. 24 Scan Mode ..................................24 Scan Trigger ................................... 25 Prefix & Suffix ................................. 26 Good Read Indicator ..............................
  • Page 6 NFC ....................................46 Memory Cleanup ................................47 Key Map ..................................48 Chapter 9 Admin Tool ................................. 49 Introduction ..................................49 Launching the Admin Tool .............................. 49 Chapter 10 Whitelist Manager ..............................53 Introduction ..................................53 Logging in to Whitelist Manager ............................. 53 Chapter 11 System Update ................................

  • Page 7: Chapter 1 About This Guide

     NLS-MT90 Portable Data Collector Quick Start: Describes how to get the NLS-MT90 up and running.  NLS-MT90 Portable Data Collector User Guide: Describes how to program and use the NLS-MT90.  Newland APP User Guide: Describes how to install/uninstall, or use the APPs developed by Newland (For GMS Version Only）...

  • Page 8: More Information

     Chapter 10 Whitelist Manager Explains how to use the whitelist management tool.  Chapter 11 System Update Explains how to update the system.  Chapter 12 APP Development Guide Describes the APP development environment and the use of non-standard interfaces. ...

  • Page 9: Chapter 2 Getting Started

    Chapter 2 Getting Started Introduction This chapter lists the parts and accessories for the MT90 and explains how to install, remove and charge the battery, and power on the MT90 for the first time. Unpacking Carefully remove all protective material from the pack and verify that the followings were received: ...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Getting Started The MT90 Volume+ Volume- Left Scan Key Cradle Connector Light/Proximity Sensors Front Camera Keypad LED Light Micro USB...
  • Page 11 Power Key Camera Scan Window Flashlight Right Scan Key NFC Detection Area Battery Cover Latch Speaker Expansion Port...

  • Page 12: Usb Charging Cradle

    USB Charging Cradle Charging Slot Power LED Power Jack USB Port Terminal Holder for MT90 with rubber boot or Terminal Holder for MT90 main unit only pistol grip Ethernet Charging Cradle Charging Slot Power LED Ethernet Port Power Jack Terminal Holder for MT90 with rubber boot or Terminal Holder for MT90 main unit only pistol grip...

  • Page 13: Installing The Battery

    Installing the Battery Step 1: Slide the battery cover latch to the unlock position and remove the cover. Step 2: Insert the battery as indicated into the battery compartment, with its metal contacts facing down and lining up with the metal contacts on the inside of the terminal.

  • Page 14: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Connect the MT90 to a power outlet using the included AC adapter or USB cable. When the terminal’s battery is less than 5%, it takes about 3 hours to fully charge it (The terminal is shut down or in sleep mode). Note: Low battery may result in malfunction of the terminal.

  • Page 15: Keypad

    Keypad Menu Key Home Key Function Key (Scan Key by default) Return Key The MT90 has 10 keys, with Menu/Home/Function/Return keys on the front panel, Volume+/Volume-/Scan keys on the left side and Power/User-defined/Scan key on the right side. Menu Key: Press it to display the app(s) most recently used. Tap an app to open it or tap “Clear All” to remove all apps at once.

  • Page 16: Communicating With Pc

    Communicating with PC Step 1: Connect the Micro USB port on the MT90 to your computer with the included USB cable. Step 2: Switch the MT90 on. On the Home screen, swipe from top to bottom with one finger in one smooth motion to open the notification bar as shown below.

  • Page 17: Installing The Microsd Card/Sim Card

    Installing the MicroSD Card/SIM Card Without SIM/TF Card With SIM/TF Card Step 1: Slide the battery cover latch to the unlock position and remove the cover. Step 2: Insert the Micro SD card/ Micro SIM card into the corresponding slot, with its metal contacts facing down. Step 3: Close the cover and slide it upward until it clicks.

  • Page 18: Chapter 3 Basics

    Chapter 3 Basics Introduction This chapter provides the basics of setting and using the MT90. Switching On/Rebooting/Switching Off the MT90 After installing the SIM card and battery and having the MT90 fully charged, you may switch the terminal on. Switch the MT90 on: Hold down the Power key on the right side of the terminal until the terminal vibrates. Note that the initialization is going to take some time before the MT90 displays the Home screen.

  • Page 19: Locking/Unlocking The Mt90

    Locking/Unlocking the MT90 Lock the MT90: Briefly press the Power key on the right side of the terminal. If no operation is performed on the MT90 for a preset period of time, the MT90 locks automatically. You can change how long it takes for the MT90 to lock. Unlock the MT90: Briefly press the Power key on the right side of the terminal.

  • Page 20: Status Icons

    Status Icons The icons in the notification bar at the top of the screen give information about the MT90. Status Icon Description Status Icon Description Wi-Fi connected Signal strength Bluetooth on Airplane mode on USB Connected USB debugging Missed calls Battery charging in progress New Message Hotspot &tethering...

  • Page 21: Uninstalling App

    Installing App Use one of the following methods to install a new app on the MT90: 1. Download an APK file from online app store and install it. 2. Download software package onto a Micro SD card or PC and copy it to your terminal. Then install it with File Manager. 3.

  • Page 22: Date & Time

    Date & Time and then “System” -> “Date & time”, and set the date and time on the screen Set the date and time: Tap the app icon shown below as per your needs. Display and then “Display”, and set the brightness level, night light, wallpaper and other parameters on the Tap the app icon screen shown below as per your needs.

  • Page 23: Ringtones

    Ringtones -> “Sound”. Then set the ringtones and other notification sounds as per your needs. Tap the app icon Restoring Factory Settings -> “System” -> “Advanced” -> “Reset options” -> “Erase all data(factory reset)” -> “Erase all data” Tap the app icon After this operation, the terminal will be reset to factory defaults and all the personal data on the internal storage, such as music and photos, will be deleted.

  • Page 24: Language & Input Method

    Note: -> “System” -> “Advanced” -> “Reset options” -> “Reset Reset WI-FI, mobile &Bluetooth: Tap the app icon WI-FI, mobile &Bluetooth” -> “reset settings” -> “reset settings”. -> “System” -> “Advanced” -> “Reset options” -> “Reset apps”. Reset app preferences: Tap the app icon Language &...

  • Page 25: Floating Button Settings

    Floating Button Settings Tapping the floating button can perform tasks such as scanning barcode (Scan), turning on/off flashlight (Flashlight), taking a screenshot (Screen snapshot), turning off screen (Screen off), going to the Home screen (Home), or switching between level and continue scan mode (Toggle level and continue scan mode). Holding down the floating button can make it movable.

  • Page 26: Widgets

    Widgets View all widgets: Tap and hold on a blank area of the Home screen and then tap. Open a widget: Tap it. Add a widget icon to the Home screen: Tap and hold the Home screen-> then tap ->Tap and hold your desired widget and then drag it into the Home screen.

  • Page 27: Chapter 4 Scanning Barcodes

    Chapter 4 Scanning Barcodes Introduction This chapter includes scanning tips and instructions for setting up the scanner. Scanning 1D Barcode Adjust the scan angle or the distance between the MT90 and the target barcode to ensure the length of laser beam is roughly 8mm greater than that of the barcode, as shown below.

  • Page 28: Scanning 2D Barcode

    Scanning 2D Barcode Adjust the scan angle and the distance between the MT90 and the target barcode to make them fall into the following ranges: 1. Point the MT90’s focus lamp at the center of the barcode. 2. Move the MT90 until you find the appropriate scan distance. 3.

  • Page 29: Programming Scanner

    Programming Scanner Tap the app icon on the Home screen then . Then configure the scanner parameters as per your actual needs. Enable Scan Check or uncheck the “Enable scan” item to enable or disable the scanning feature of the MT90.

  • Page 30: Output Mode

    Output Mode The MT90 provides three output modes: Simulate keystroke, Output via API and Fill in EditText directly. 1. Simulate keystroke: Output scanned data to keyboard buffer to simulate keyboard input. Character interval (ms): A character interval of 0-100 milliseconds may be placed between the transmissions of each character of scanned data.

  • Page 31: Scan Trigger

    2. Continuous mode: Press the scan trigger to continuously read barcodes. To suspend or resume scan operation, simply press the scan trigger. Scan interval (ms): This parameter sets the timeout between decode sessions. 3. Pulse mode: Press the scan trigger to start a decode session which continues until the decode session timeout expires. 4.

  • Page 32: Prefix & Suffix

    Prefix & Suffix To set the prefix/suffix, enter the hexadecimal value of a desired prefix/suffix and then tap “OK”. For example, if you want to add a Line Feed character after each barcode, set the suffix to “0A”; if you want to add a Carriage Return character after each barcode, set the suffix to “0D”.

  • Page 33: Good Read Indicator

    Good Read Indicator The terminal can use sound/ vibration/ LED to indicate a good read. Choose one or more options as per your actual needs. 1. Sound: The MT90 issues a short beep to indicate a good read. 2. Vibrating: The MT90 vibrates to indicate a good read. 3.

  • Page 34: Data Edit

    Data Edit This feature allows you to edit barcode data with a script. Tap “load script” and then select the desired script file on the terminal, or scan the 2D barcode that contains a script, to load the script. Then select “exec script” and tap “OK”.

  • Page 35: Broadcast-Output Settings

    Broadcast-output Settings When using broadcast as the scan output method, the MT90 will output the scan information with the specified broadcast ACTION and EXTRA. Symbologies Note that supported symbologies depend on the scan engine integrated in the terminal. Here we will take CM60 for example.
  • Page 36 Advanced: The features listed here are designed to improve the scanning performance and energy efficiency of the terminal. 1. Acuscan decoding: When selected, the terminal only decodes the barcode aimed squarely by the aiming pattern. It is advised to select it to ensure that only the desired barcodes are read if multiple barcodes are placed closely together. 2.

  • Page 37: Chapter 5 Bluetooth

    Chapter 5 Bluetooth This chapter describes how to connect the MT90 to another Bluetooth device. You can set up a Bluetooth connection between the MT90 and other Bluetooth devices, such as PC, mobile phone. Note that Bluetooth connection works better if there are no obstacles between them. Before you can use a Bluetooth device with the MT90, you must first pair them.

  • Page 38: Chapter 6 Wi-Fi

    Chapter 6 Wi-Fi Introduction This chapter describes how to connect the MT90 to a Wi-Fi network. Join a Wi-Fi Network then “Network & Internet” -> “Wi-Fi”, and turn Wi-Fi on to find available Wi-Fi networks. If Wi-Fi is 1. Tap the app icon already ON, then the terminal will automatically scan for available networks.

  • Page 39: Wi-Fi Settings

    Scanning barcode to connect to the WI-FI: When the WI-FI is shared via a QR Code, Tap to scan Wi-Fi QR Code, and quickly connect to the Wi-Fi without entering the password. WI-FI Settings To set the “Metered”, “Proxy”, or “IP setting”, follow the first two steps of joining a Wi-Fi network, tap “Advanced options”, then select the desired option.

  • Page 40: Metered

    Metered “Metered” can help us better understand the WI-FI network data usage of MT90. 1. Detect automatically: Set a Wi-Fi connection as metered or unmetered automatically. 2. Treat as metered: Set the Wi-Fi connection to a limited data plan. You can set your connection as metered to avoid additional charges.

  • Page 41: Ip Settings

    None: No proxy. Manual: Manually enter proxy server settings. Following parameters are needed to be filled: a. Proxy hostname b. Proxy port c. The bypass proxy for: Such as local addresses, LAN addresses. Proxy Auto-Config: Automatically detect the appropriate settings for your network IP Settings 1.

  • Page 42: Add Network

    2. Select “Static” to customize the IP address. This will help to avoid the network failure caused by the duplication of the IP address in the LAN or the disable of the DHCP service in the router etc. Note: To manually set a static IP address, you need to set it according to the range of IP addresses set in the router. Add Network then “Network &...
  • Page 43 2. Method Two: Manually add network Step 1: Tap and fill in the network name you want to add. Step 2: Select the corresponding security option according to the encryption type of the router. Supported security types: Enhanced Open, WEP, WPA/WPA2-Personal, WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Enterprise, WPA3-Enterprise 192-bit.

  • Page 44: Wi-Fi Preferences

    Note: 1. The settings for advanced options (“Metered”, “Proxy”, and “IP Settings”) can refer to previous pages. 2. Hidden network: Some networks hide the SSID during configuration, so they cannot be connected during WLAN search or reconnection. To connect to the hidden SSID network, you should enable the “Hidden network” option. Wi-Fi Preferences then “Network &...

  • Page 45: Wlan Band

    WLAN Band Auto: The WLAN will automatically select 2.4GHz band and 5GHz band. Only 2.4G Hz Band: WLAN will only use the 2.4 GHz band. Only 5G Hz Band: WLAN will only use the 5 GHz band. WLAN Advanced Mode: “Normal Mode”: The default setting is the normal mode.

  • Page 46: Advanced Setting

    Advanced Setting “VLAN roaming”: When a network has different VLANs, it means that there are different network bands. If roaming is not available in this network environment, you need to enable the “VLAN roaming”. “Turn on WI-FI automatically”: Wi-Fi will automatically connect to a saved high-quality network. Note: To enable this function, you need to turn on the WLAN first.

  • Page 47: Wi-Fi Data Usage

    Wi-Fi Data Usage then “Network & Internet” -> “Wi-Fi” -> “Wi-FI data usage”, and then you can review the Wi-Fi data Tap the app icon usage, including carrier data accounting and APP data usage.

  • Page 48: Chapter 7 Mobile Network

    Chapter 7 Mobile Network Introduction The MT90 can also use 4G network to connect to the internet. To establish 4G connection, you must have a SIM card installed in your MT90. The MT90 can support both micro sim and sim, and dual cards can be installed at the same time. This terminal can support 4G/3G/2G network provided by Telecom, Unicom or Mobile Mobile Network Settings If no Wi-Fi networks are available, or if you have turned Wi-Fi off, then the MT90 connects to the Internet via your cellular...

  • Page 49: Apn Settings

    Option Two: APN Settings If you cannot connect to the internet when using your terminal’s cellular data, you may need to change your APN settings on the MT90 to fix it: Go to Settings-> “Network & Internet” -> “Mobile network” -> “Advanced” -> “Access Point Names”.
  • Page 50 in the top right corner of the screen or tap the carrier of your SIM card on the screen. Then manually enter the APN settings. You can contact your carrier or visit their website to get the correct APN settings, or check the APN settings on a mobile device that can access the internet using the SIM card.

  • Page 51: Chapter 8 Others

    Chapter 8 Others Camera Tap the app icon to launch the Camera app. Tap for more options Flash Light like Automatic, HDR, Promode, Settings Toggle between front Color Mode and rear camera Take a video Take a photo : Tap it to reveal the parameters such as GPS location, exposure level, and white balance and set those parameters as per your needs : Tap it to take a photo.

  • Page 52: Gps

    then “Location”, and then turn Location on. Tap the app icon Turn on the “WI-FI and Bluetooth scanning” can help to improve location-based features and services, but it will also increase power consumption.

  • Page 53: Nfc

    -> “Connected devices” -> “Connection preferences” -> “NFC”, and then To enable the NFC feature, tap the app icon turn on NFC. Then you can install an NFC writer on the MT90 to read and write NFC tags. Memory Cleanup Swipe home screen from bottom to top with one finger in one smooth motion to display all the apps.

  • Page 54: Key Map

    Note: When your terminal becomes less efficiently after having run for extended periods of time, you may perform a memory cleanup or reboot the terminal to fix the problem. Key Map This app allows you to remap the keys on the terminal to function as a different key or to make them into shortcuts to launch an application.

  • Page 55: Chapter 9 Admin Tool

    Chapter 9 Admin Tool Introduction The Admin Tool app is used to specify the apps that users can run on the MT90. Launching the Admin Tool to launch the admin tool and enter the User mode. Tap the “Return Key” on the front panel and then Tap the app icon enter the password (default: 112233).
  • Page 56 When in the Admin mode, you may set the following parameters as per your actual needs. 1. App manager: Tap “App Manager” -> “Select App”, then select or deselect the apps available to normal users. 2. Launch application: Starts the specified application when entering user mode. Please note that only one app can be set.
  • Page 57 3. Reset password: Change the Admin password. 4. Application install listener: Add new application to list in user mode.
  • Page 58 5. Boot self-start: Set up boot self-start admin tool. 6. Exit: Exit admin tool.

  • Page 59: Chapter 10 Whitelist Manager

    Chapter 10 Whitelist Manager Introduction The Whitelist Manager app is used to specify the apps that users can install on the MT90. Logging in to Whitelist Manager , enter the password (default: 112233), and tap “Login” to log in to Tap the app icon on the Home screen then the whitelist manager.

  • Page 60: Chapter 11 System Update

    Chapter 11 System Update This chapter introduces two methods to update the system software of the terminal: Online update and local update. Online Update ->“CHECK FOR UPDATES”. Update the system online: Tap system updates icon Local Update Zip File to the MT90 Drive 1.
  • Page 61 The file name may be different based on each version. 2. Copy the update zip file to the MT90 drive or MT90’s Micro SD card. 3. Tap to access the System Update screen. in the top right corner of the System Update screen then select “Local Update”. 4.
  • Page 62 Zip File to TF Card 1. Copy the update zip file to TF Card. TF Card 2. Insert the TF card to the MT90 and then power on the terminal. 3. Tap to access the System Update screen.
  • Page 63 in the top right corner of the System Update screen, and then select “Local Update” -> “External Storage”. 4. Tap Select the update zip file. Then select “NEXTREBOOT” or “UPDATE”.

  • Page 64: Chapter 12 App Development Guide

    Chapter 12 App Development Guide Development Environment The MT90 runs on the Android 10 operating system, so you should use Android SDK 10 or lower when developing apps for the MT90. Use of Non-Standard Interfaces See Newland Android PDA API Handbook.

  • Page 65: Chapter 13 Maintenance & Troubleshooting

    Continued use in this case may result in fire or electric shock. Drop Damage If the terminal is damaged due to a drop from high place, immediately cut off the power and contact your dealer or Newland customer service center.

  • Page 66: Wireless Functionalities

    Wireless Functionalities Do not use the terminal’s wireless functionalities where wireless device use is prohibited or where it may cause interference or danger, such as in aircrafts, petrol stations. Use & Maintenance  If the terminal cannot be switched on after experiencing a sudden or unexpected power loss or other abnormalities, remove and then reinstall its battery to reset the terminal.

  • Page 67: Troubleshooting

    Unresponsive keypad or This problem may be caused by unreliable cable connection between keypad Keypad incorrect response to any and mainboard or keypad malfunction. Please contact Newland after -sales key entry. service. Charging LED is OFF when Ensure the AC adapter is plugged in properly.
  • Page 68 SCANNING MADE SIMPLE Need more info? Contact us or one of Newland EMEA HQ our partners at newland-id.com/partners +31 (0) 345 87 00 33 info@newland-id.com newland-id.com...

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