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SL20 Series User Manual Revision Release date of version 1.0: Sep. 2021 Initial distribution ...
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Thank you for purchasing M3 SL20. This device provides high performance data collection and mobile communications that meet industrial standards. This user manual enables users to know the characteristics of M3 SL20 series and how to use it. Please carefully read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use, ...
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SL20 Series User Manual Trademarks M3 Mobile and M3 logos are registered as trademarks of M3 Mobile. M3 SL20 is a registered trademark of M3 Mobile Co., Ltd. Google, Android, Google Play, YouTube, and other marks are trademarks of Google LLC.
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SL20 Series User Manual Be careful when a headset is used. Avoid long-term exposure to loud sounds to prevent damage to your hearing. Loud sounds while walking or driving distract your attention and may cause traffic accidents.
SL20 Series User Manual Table of Contents Contents Contents ..............................6 Getting Started ..........................8 Package Contents ........................ 8 1.1.1 Device and Accessories ................... 8 Battery ..........................9 1.2.1 How to use ....................... 9 1.2.2 Charging the Battery ..................... 10 Turning the Device On/Off ....................
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Connecting the NFC Feature ................31 Advanced Use ..........................33 OS Update .......................... 33 Key Setting Conversion ..................... 34 Battery Hot swap ....................... 36 Others ............................37 SL20 series Device Specifications ..................37 Service ..........................39 5.2.1 Contacts ......................... 39...
SL20 Series User Manual 1 Getting Started 1.1 Package Contents 1.1.1 Device and Accessories The M3 SL20 package includes the following items: M3 SL20 Battery Quick Manual Power Supply USB Cable Cradle If one or more items above are damaged or are not included in the package, contact the store where you purchased the device.
SL20 Series User Manual 1.2 Battery 1.2.1 How to use Inserting the Battery Remove the battery cover with the battery lock button to the left. Insert the battery in the correct direction from the top and lock the battery lock button ...
SL20 Series User Manual If the battery is not properly removed, the battery terminal may become bent or damaged. Before the battery is removed, close any running program. If it is not closed, an error may occur in the program.
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SL20 Series User Manual AC adaptor is made to be used in 100–240V input, 5V 5A output. If a voltage beyond the range is supplied, the device may be seriously damaged. LED Color Description Battery is being charged. Green Battery is fully charged.
SL20 Series User Manual 1.3 Turning the Device On/Off 1.3.1 Turning the Device On Press and hold Power button until the device vibrates. This will turn the device on and initial screen will display. If the battery is completely discharged, problems may occur when the device is ...
SL20 Series User Manual 1.3.2 Turning the Device Off Press and hold the Power button for about one second to display the following pop-up screen. Select the Power off menu to turn off the power. If the device stops its operation for a long time, press and hold the Power button for ...
SL20 Series User Manual 1.3.3 Standby Mode If the device is not used for a long time, M3 SL20 automatically shifts to standby mode to decrease battery consumption. To manually set the device in standby mode, lightly press the Power button.
SL20 Series User Manual 1.4 Memory Card 1.4.1 Inserting an External Memory Card The Micro-SD card is used as an external memory of M3 SL20. After removing the battery, insert SD memory card into the Micro-SD card slot. To insert a Micro-SD card, remove the battery cover on the back of the device and remove the battery.
SL20 Series User Manual 1.5 SIM Card 1.5.1 Inserting the SIM Card SIM card supports voice call and data transfer through mobile communications. The card should be the one verified by a local network supplier. To insert SIM card, remove the battery cover on the back of the device and remove the battery.
SL20 Series User Manual 2 Basic Use 2.1 Features Device Layout ① Scan Window ⑧ Scanner Button ⑮ Battery cover Lock ② Microphone ⑨ Volume Button ⑯ Camera Button ③ Power Button ⑩ Screen ⑰ Battery Cover ④ Receiver ⑪ Speaker ⑱...
SL20 Series User Manual Scanner Operate scanner while executing scanner program. Function Execute the work set to the button. Volume High Increase volume. Volume Low Decrease volume. Menu Display menu. Home Go to Home screen. Back Return to previous stage.
SL20 Series User Manual Phone Call strength or no signal Sound / Vibration Sound or Vibration status of the device Wi-Fi Wi-Fi connection/disconnection Bluetooth Bluetooth connection/disconnection Status of searching the location data Alarm Alarm activation status Airplane Mode Activation status of Airplane mode...
SL20 Series User Manual Wi-Fi hotspot Wi-Fi hotspot is activated. USB tethering USB tethering is activated. Bluetooth tethering Bluetooth tethering is activated. Virtual Private Network Device is connected to Virtual Private Network (VPN). 2.3.3 Dock Bar Shortcut icons can be placed on the lower section to rapidly execute frequently used programs.
SL20 Series User Manual 2.5 Device Reset 2.5.1 Soft Reset (1) Press and hold Power button to display power management menu. Select “Restart” menu. 2.5.2 Soft Reset (2) Long Press Power button more than 30sec. The program being executed will end, and the data or file being used will also be deleted.
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SL20 Series User Manual Check if Erase internal SD card is checked. Reset device. Erase everything According to options, documents in internal SD card or Micro-SD card may be deleted. As such, please check the options. All settings will be reset.
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SL20 Series User Manual Factory Reset Protection (FRP) Feature What is Device Protection, or Factory Reset Protection (FRP)? Android devices provide built-in security features you can use to protect your device and information, including screen locks and data encryption. Data protection, or Factory Reset Protection (FRP), is a security feature on Android devices with Lollipop 5.1 or higher.
SL20 Series User Manual If you know your Google username but can't remember the password, you can reset your password on the device, or at www.google.com. It can take up to 24 hours for a new password to sync with all registered devices. After 24 hours, you can try to log-in your phone with the new password.
SL20 Series User Manual Charge this device – This mode is only for charging a device. Data cannot be sent. File Transfer – Send files to another device. PTP – Send photos or files. MIDI – Use as Musical Instruments App.
SL20 Series User Manual Press the Create new contact to add a contact. Before making a call or transferring data through network, make sure that the phone function is available. 3.2 Wi-Fi 3.2.1 Setting the Wi-Fi Feature Activating the Wi-Fi feature Swipe the bottom ...
M3 SL20 provides a 2D Scanner. For detailed information on available options, please contact the local distributor or refer to our Web site. (Homepage: http://www.m3mobile.net). 3.3.1 How to Use Scanner M3 Mobile provides the program( ) needed to use a scanner by default. It is the keyboard wedge program that sends barcode data.
SL20 Series User Manual The ScanEmul( ) program can be used regardless of 1D/2D scanner. In case of 2D scanner, it cannot be simultaneously used with a camera. 3.3.2 Using the Scanner Place the device toward a targeted barcode and press Scan button.
SL20 Series User Manual 3.4 Bluetooth 3.4.1 Setting the Bluetooth Feature A Bluetooth device frequently used can be registered, or M3 SL20 can be searched in another device. Activating the Bluetooth feature Swipe the bottom Click Settings Connected devices Connection preferences ...
SL20 Series User Manual 3.4.2 Connecting Using Bluetooth List of devices available to connect to is displayed If the “Bluetooth pairing request” screen is displayed, enter PIN code of the Bluetooth device to complete access to the device. Guide on distance between the device and user The device is tested in general conditions wherein the device is 0.5 cm apart...
SL20 Series User Manual Swipe the bottom Click Settings Connected devices Connection preferences NFC On 3.5.2 Connecting the NFC Feature Connecting with the NFC Device Open Web page or screen of a video, photo, or contact.
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SL20 Series User Manual Caution when sharing data While sharing data, the distance between devices should be less than 5 cm. Caution when transferring data When transferring data between devices, they do not need to be close. It is recommended to keep the distance between devices within 10 m.
2. Place M3 SL20 near the device. The device displays that connection is successfully performed. 4 Advanced Use 4.1 OS Update The M3 Mobile distributes new OS to improve the quality and performance of a product. To check OS version of the device, Swipe the bottom Click Settings About Phone...
SL20 Series User Manual The latest OS is described on the online support page of M3 Mobile. The OS of M3 SL20 can be updated through two methods. Use Micro-SD card Connect the device via Ethernet cradle For detailed information on OS update, please refer to the “OS” item of the M3 FAQ (FAQ download).
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SL20 Series User Manual Keys can be set as follows: SL20 KEYTOOL application KeyTool The setting of the device’s physical buttons, except for Power button, can be changed.
SL20 Series User Manual 4.3 Battery Hot swap Sometimes people want to swap the battery without rebooting a device. Because, 1) Not saved application data is erased when device is rebooted. 2) Rebooting Time is too long. Battery Hot swap function prevents this situation.
Audio headset support; Highquality speaker phone;1 Watt Built-in speaker and microphone Performance Characteristics 2.3 GHz Octa-core processor Android 11 with M3 Mobile’s StartUp for control over GMS and other services; will support future Android releases. Memory 4 GB/64 GB Flash All models ship with rechargeable Li-Ion, 3.8V, 3000mAh Power Precision+ battery;...
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Directive 2011/65/EU, Directive(EU)2015/863 Warranty Subject to the terms of M3Mobile’s hardware warranty statement, the SL20 series are warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of 1 (one) year from the date of shipment. For complete warranty statement.