HowayGIS P78P Quick Start Manual

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P78P Quick Start

8" Rugged High-accuracy GIS Tablet

Version 1.0

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Page 1 P78P Quick Start 8” Rugged High-accuracy GIS Tablet Version 1.0...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Catalogue Catalogue ....................1 Disclaimer ....................2 About This Manual ..................2 Technical Support ..................2 Parts of the Device ..................3 Dimension ....................4 Installing microSD and SIM Card ..............5 Charging the Battery ................... 6 Installing APK File ..................11 Turn on GNSS module ................
Page 3: Disclaimer
We recommend that you keep one copy of this manual for the quick reference for any necessary maintenance in the future. Thank you for choosing HowayGIS products. Technical Support You can download the related technical documents such as datasheet and user’s manual as well as driver on our website.
Page 4: Parts Of The Device
Parts of the Device Power button Function Key ( free for your assigned function 10 Speaker GNSS antenna 11 Battery Pogo pin 12 Camera flashlight USB connector Front Camera 13 Rear Camera Light sensor 14 NFC Touch panel 15 Volume key Microphone 16 SD card slot...
Page 5: Dimension
Dimension...
Page 6: Installing Microsd And Sim Card
Installing microSD and SIM Card Figure 1 Screw off and remove the cover. Figure 2 Follow the Figure 3 Open the lid and Figure 4 Close the lid and direction of red arrow to insert the mSD card into follow the direction to open the lid of mSD slot.
Page 7: Charging The Battery
Charging the Battery Due to shipment, the battery is partially drained when the package is delivered to you. Be sure to charge the battery to full when you are charging it for the first time. Caution: Do not charge the P78 via computer USB connection due to that the voltage output from computer USB is not enough to charge the device.
Page 8 4. Accessing Battery Chamber i) Place the device on a flat Retaining screws surface, with the rear side facing up. Loosen the retaining screws on the battery cover with a coin. ii) Remove the battery cover using the notch located on the bottom edge.
Page 9 iii). The battery is in a compartment inside. Its opening is covered by a protective lid. Insert the tip of your finger onto the top of the cover and remove Protective lid iv) Then you can remove the battery from the chamber. v) Installing Battery To install the battery, orient the battery so that the contact pins...
Page 10 Slide the battery into the battery chamber. To restore the protective lid, make sure the lid is oriented as shown in the photo to the right. Align the top edge of the lid with the top of the opening. Press the lid firmly into place to ensure it is secured.
Page 11 Replace the battery cover and secure the retaining screws with a coin.
Page 12: Installing Apk File
Installing APK File 1. Swiping down the Status Bar will bring up a Quick Settings panel, tap the ‘Airplane mode’ to turn ‘Airplane mode’ on. 2. Tap Settings | About phone | Build number,...
Page 13 3. Tap Build number five times, change the P78 USB work mode to ‘Develop Mode’ 4. Turn USB debugging on. 5. Connect the P78 to the computer using a USB cable. The P78 will prompts you to choose a USB option. Tap USB for photo transfer | Transfer files to transfer files between your computer and the P78.
Page 14 6. Copy the APK file from your computer to the P78’s internal USB storage or SD card. Then disconnect your computer from the P78. 7. On the P78, use the File Manager App to navigate to the APK file. 8. Tap the APP, then install the APP according to the tips on the screen.
Page 15: Turn On Gnss Module
Turn on GNSS module 1. Tap Settints | Location Make sure High accuracy Location service is on. 2. Run APP GNSSPower . Make sure ‘GNSS automatic power-up’ is ON. Get GNSS data with serial port 1. Run App HyperGIS...
Page 16 2. Tap button. 3. Tap GPS Board then select uBlox.
Page 17 4. Tap ‘Data Source Type’, then select ‘Serial’. 5. Tap ‘Data Source Config’, then select ‘ttyMT3’ and ‘38400’.
Page 18: Get Gnss Data From Android Internal Gps Services
6. Turn ‘Data Source Connect’ on Get GNSS data from android internal GPS services 1. Run App HyperGIS 2. Tap button. 3. Tap GPS Board then select uBlox.
Page 19 4. Tap ‘Data Source Type’, then select ‘Internal’. 5. Turn ‘Data Source Connect’ on...
Page 20: Ntrip Connection With Serial Port
Ntrip connection with serial port 1. Get GNSS data from serial port. 2. Tap Ntrip Connect, then tap ‘Protocol Type’ after GNSS module is turned on. 2. Tap ‘Protocol Type’, select ‘Ntrip’ 3. Setup Ntrip IP address.
Page 21 4. Add or Edit a new cors account, then Tap ‘OK’. 5. Setup ‘MountPoint’.
Page 22: Ntrip Connection With Hpp Services
Tap ‘update SourceTable’ to update mountpoint list. Or tap the right mountpoint directly. 6. Turn ‘Ntrip connect’ on. It’ll connect to cors station automatically Ntrip connection with HPP services 1. Run APP HPP...
Page 23 2. Setup or confirm the support device. 3. Setup Ntrip IP addres and account information. 4. Setup or select Mount Point.
Page 24: Gnss Data Record
5 Connect to the cors 6. Setup auto-run mode. ‘NtripAutoStart’: Connect to Ntrip Caster automatically when running HPP ‘AppAutoStart’: Start HPP automatically when P78 being powerd on GNSS data record...
Page 25 1. Tap ‘Data Debug’ 2. Check ‘log’ box, then input the file name for the data recording. 3. If you want to stop the data recording, uncheck ‘Log’ box. Find the reorded files from Internal shared storage|HyperGIS|GpsLogger...
Page 27: Gnss Status
GNSS Status 1. Tap button to see the GNSS status. 2. GNSS information be displayed in different modes.
Page 28: Send Command To Gnss Module
Send command to GNSS module 1. Go to ‘Data Debug’ interface, check ‘File’ box. 2. Select one of the command file, then tap ‘Send’. 3. Repeat the steps until all the command files being sent to the P78P.
Page 29: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions Read these safety instructions carefully: Read all cautions and warnings on the equipment. Place this equipment on a reliable surface when installing. Dropping it or letting it fall may cause damage Make sure the correct voltage is connected to the equipment. For pluggable equipment, the socket outlet should be near the equipment and should be easily accessible.
Page 30 10. Remove dirt with a lightly moistened cloth and a mild solvent detergent. Then wipe the cabinet with a soft dry cloth. 11. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection and protect the equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS. 12.
Page 31: Rechargeable Battery Pack Safety
Do not use the power adapter that isn’t made for the equipment. Supplying the equipment with inappropriate voltage may cause harm to the battery or, even worse, burn the equipment. To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods Rechargeable Battery Pack Safety With very little care, you can optimize the battery life and maximize the lifespan of...
Page 32 charged, and get recharged every three months. If you store an uncharged battery, it could fall into a deep worn-out state which would render it incapable of holding any charge. Be sure to store the equipment and battery at the proper temperature (as described in -20°C ~ 60°C / -4°F ~ 140°F).
Page 33: Disposing Of The Equipment
Disposing of the Equipment  Within the European Union EU-wide legislation, as implemented in each Member State, requires that waste electrical and electronic products carrying the mark (left) must be disposed of separately from normal household waste. This includes monitors and electrical accessories, such as signal cables or power cords.
Page 34: Warranty
Warranty This product is warranted to be in good working order during the warranty period. Should this product fail to be in good working order at any time during this period, we will, at our option, replace or repair it at no additional charge except as set forth in the following terms.