Summary of Contents for Honeywell ScanPal EDA51 Series
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ScanPal™ EDA51 Series Mobile Computer powered by Android™ User Guide...
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Disclaimer Honeywell International Inc. (“HII”) reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice, and the reader should in all cases consult HII to determine whether any such changes have been made. HII makes no representation or warranties regarding the information provided in this publication.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Customer Support ........................ix Technical Assistance ......................ix Product Service and Repair ....................ix Limited Warranty ........................ix Chapter 1 - About the Computer Features........... 1 About the Mobile Computer....................... 1 EDA51 Model Overview......................2 Features of the EDA51......................3 About the Battery ...........................
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About Screen Gestures .......................25 Set the Time Zone........................25 About Honeywell Applications....................26 Applications You Can Download to the Mobile Computer ..........27 About Honeywell Enterprise Browser................28 About Terminal Emulators....................28 About Honeywell Launcher....................28 Unlock Developer Options .......................29 Chapter 3 - Use the Image Engine .............. 31 About the Image Engine ......................31...
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Change the Scanner Settings ....................32 Change the Bluetooth Scanner Settings ..............32 Restore Default Scan Settings ..................33 Default Scan Settings ......................33 Add a Scan Setting Profile....................37 Delete a Scan Setting Profile ....................38 About ScanHandle Settings.....................38 About the Optional Digital Scan Button ................38 Enable and Configure the Digital Scan Button ............38 Scan Barcodes..........................39 About Scanning Configuration Barcodes..............40...
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Chapter 7 - Manage and Maintain the Computer........71 About Software Updates ......................71 Software Downloads ......................71 About Transferring Files via USB Connection ............72 Install Software Updates with AutoInstall .................72 Optional microSD Card Method..................73 About the Honeywell Upgrader ....................73 How to view the Installed OTA Version................73 EDA51 User Guide...
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Install OTA Updates ......................74 Reboot (Restart) the Computer ....................75 About an Enterprise Data Reset .....................76 Before You Begin........................76 Enterprise Data Reset the Computer................76 About Full Factory Reset ......................77 Before You Begin........................77 Full Factory Reset the Computer..................77 Repairs..............................78 Maintenance ..........................78 Clean the computer ......................78 About Disinfectant-ready Models...................78 Appendix A - Specifications ................81 Computer Agency Information ....................81...
Technical Support portal. For our latest contact information, see honeywell.com/PSSlocations. Product Service and Repair Honeywell International Inc. provides service for all of its products through service centers throughout the world. Go to sps.honeywell.com and select Support to find a service center near you or to get a Return Material Authorization number (RMA #) before returning a product.
CHAPTER ABOUT THE COMPUTER FEATURES This chapter introduces the ScanPal™ EDA51 mobile computer. Use this chapter to learn about the basic computer features, functions, and accessories. Note: Device applications and settings vary by computer model and OS version. Your computer may not include all the features shown in the manual. About the Mobile Computer ScanPal EDA51 mobile computers deliver real-time connectivity, advanced data capture, and future-proof investment protection.
Features of the EDA51 Scan Status LED Receiver Power Indicator Volume Up Button Volume Down Button Scan Button Touch Panel Recent Apps Home Button Button Back Button Microphone USB Cover I/O Connector EDA51 User Guide...
The computer uses a rechargeable Li-ion battery as its main power source. Several factors determine the life of the battery, such as display brightness, display timeout, input device, extreme temperature, and battery usage. Honeywell recommends that you keep the battery charged at all times to prevent data loss.
For a list of compatible accessories for the EDA51 mobile computer series and their part numbers, see the ScanPal EDA50/EDA51 Accessory Guide, available for download from the EDA51 product page at sps.honeywell.com. Contact your local sales representative for replacement battery ordering information.
Replace the Battery Caution: Improper battery replacement or incompatible device usage may result in risk of burns, fire, explosion, or other hazard. Dispose of lithium-ion batteries according to local regulations. Risk of fire and burns if improperly handled. Do not open, crush, heat above 60°C (140°F), or incinerate.
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6. Lift the battery from the connector side and then remove the battery. Install the Battery Note: For battery replacement, refer to Battery Part Numbers (see page 5). 1. Insert the battery. Slide non-connector side first and then press the battery down.
3. Slide the lock to the left of the computer into the locked position. 4. Attach the hand strap, if removed. 5. Press and hold Power button for approximately 3 seconds, and then release the button. About the Battery Status Use the battery icon in the Status bar at the top of the screen to see the charge level of your battery.
• Default Battery LED (optional Android OS configuration) • Honeywell Battery LED (Factory default settings) • No Battery LED Honeywell Battery LED Behavior (Factory Default/Out-of-Box Configuration) Connected to Power LED State Description Blinking amber Battery level is below 15% Battery level is more than 15%...
Use the reference table below to learn about how to conserve battery power. To learn more about proper battery care, refer to the Battery Maintenance for Portable Devices white paper available at sps.honeywell.com. When You Want to: Do this to Save Battery Power:...
Use of this battery in other devices could result in damage to the device or battery. • Avoid dropping the battery or computer. If you suspect that the battery or computer is damaged, send it to Honeywell service center for inspection. • Replace the battery only with another BAT-EDA50 model battery (Battery Part Numbers on page 5).
3. Tap the toggle button next to Airplane mode. An airplane icon appears in the status bar to indicate Airplane mode is turned On. Power on the Computer After you have fully charged and installed a battery, power on the computer for the first time: •...
Change the Screen Lock to Protect the Computer After you start using the computer, you should change the screen lock to prevent unauthorized people from accessing the computer after the screen lock activates unless they input the correct password, pin, or pattern. The recommended setting for the Screen lock is to enable a Password lock.
About the Scan Status LED The Scan Status LED indicates the read status of the imager when scanning a barcode. When active, the LED illuminates below the front speaker. To learn more about how to use and configure the imager engine for scanning, see Chapter Use the Image Engine beginning on page 31.
• Press the bottom of the Volume button (-) to lower the volume of the active speaker. To access the volume quick set menu: 1. Press the center of the Volume button. 2. Adjust the volume level using the on-screen menu. •...
Insert a microSD Card You can use a microSD card to increase file storage capacity or to install software. Honeywell recommends the use of Single Level Cell (SLC) industrial grade microSD or microSDHC memory cards with the computer for maximum performance and durability.
For a complete list of compatible accessories for your mobile computer and their part numbers see the EDA50/EDA51 Series Accessory Guide available for download at sps.honeywell.com. Contact your local sales representative for ordering information. Accessory Description...
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Accessory Description Single Charging Dock Charging cradle for charging ScanPal EDA51 mobile computer (EDA51-HB) and battery (Compatible with EDA51 scan handle). Quad battery charger Quad battery charger for charging ScanPal EDA51 batteries. Kit (EDA50-QBC) contains power supply and power cord. Quad Bay charging base Quad bay charging base for ScanPal EDA51.
ABOUT THE USER INTERFACE AND APPLICATIONS Use this chapter to learn about the user interface and how to interact with the screen. You can also use this chapter to learn about the Honeywell applications on the computer. About the User Interface The Android operating system provides a touch-friendly and easy- to-navigate user interface.
Home Screen Features Item Description Notifications Panel/ Status icons to the left tell you when an app has sent notifications, such Status Bar as an arriving message. System icons to the right display the current WWAN and network connection state and battery level. Search Bar Search the Internet or the computer using Google™.
Scan, Volume up and Volume down). 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Keyremap. 3. Tap the plus sign (+). 4. Press the button you want to remap.
To restore the default button action: 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Keyremap. 3. Tap the clean icon 4. Choose the remapped button(s) you want restored to the default setting(s).
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Key WakeUp. 3. Turn keys on or off depending on your preference. 4. Tap Apply to save your settings.
Customize the Home Screen You can add application icons to any Home screen for easier access. 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap and hold the app you want to add, and then slide the icon slightly out of position.
About Screen Gestures Use your fingers or the stylus to manipulate icons, buttons, menus, the on-screen keyboard, and other items on the screen. • Tap to select something, toggle a setting On or Off, or activate a field for text entry.
Honeywell applications help you troubleshoot and connect your mobile computer to other devices and networks. Some of the applications in this table are located in the Power Tools app. To learn more about Honeywell Power Tools, go to sps.honeywell.com to download the Scanpal Power Tools User Guide.
Applications You Can Download to the Mobile Computer You can download Honeywell applications to extend the capabilities of the computer. You may need to purchase a license to run some applications. To learn more about the applications described in this section and other Honeywell software solutions, go to sps.honeywell.com...
For more information about Enterprise Browser, visit sps.honeywell.com. About Terminal Emulators Honeywell offers several terminal emulator solutions that allow users to manage their mobile devices by providing reliable data transfer between the host mobile device and terminal. Terminal emulators can be used for remote management and configuration of devices, data collection and analysis, and session management.
Unlock Developer Options Developer options only appear in the Settings app if you unlock the feature. If you are a developer working with the computer, you can easily unlock the additional settings to use for testing and debugging applications under development for the computer.
By default, the scanner feature is enabled and uses the default scan profile. You can modify the Default Profile or create new profiles for custom applications from the Settings > Honeywell Settings > Scanning. Use the imager as a camera to capture black and white images, such as signatures or pictures of damaged inventory.
You can find information on how to create custom applications for the computer in the Software Development Kit (SDK) available for download from the Technical Support Downloads Portal at https://hsmftp.honeywell.com. Once you create an account and enter the portal, navigate to Software > Software and Tools >...
Restore Default Scan Settings You can easily discard all changes you made to the Default profile and restore the default values. Note: When you choose the Restore all defaults option from any of the settings screens in a profile, all the settings in that profile return to their default values. 1.
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‘//’ ACTION '$' extra-data Where: ACTION and extra-data are any string of characters. Launches an application listening for the intent. Intent action: “com.honeywell.scantointent.intent.action.” + ACTION Intent extra: “com.honeywell.scantointent.intent.extra.DATA” contains the remainder of the barcode data after the first ‘$’ character.
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• Tap the check box to toggle the feature On or Off. • Select Center Decode to adjust the Window dimensions. Honeywell recommends leaving the settings at 50 (default) to define the “center” area for the barcode. Configurable parameters: •...
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Setting Description Default Video Mode Use this setting to specify whether normal or inverse decoding Normal for linear symbologies is enabled during the execution of Decode. By default normal video is enabled. Options include: • Normal • Inverse • Normal and Inverse DPM Mode use this setting when scanning Direct Part Marking (DPM) No DPM...
To create a scan setting profile for a custom app on the computer: 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Scanning > Internal Scanner. 3. Tap in the upper right corner of the app screen.
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Scanning > Internal Scanner. 3. Tap and hold the profile you want to delete. 4. Select Delete, then select OK.
(360°) barcode scanning and an aiming beam is provided to help assist with targeting barcodes. Before you start scanning barcodes, go into Settings > Honeywell Settings > Scanning > Internal Scanner and modify the scan profile to enable only the barcode symbologies that you need.
3. Center the aiming beam over the barcode. Make sure the entire barcode is inside of the illumination frame. 4. Release the Scan button when the computer beeps, and the Scan Status LED briefly turns on. The barcode information is entered into the application in use. Note: Not all barcode symbologies are enabled by default.
7. Release the Scan button when the computer beeps, and the Scan Status LED briefly turns On. barcode information appears on the screen. Note: In the Scan Demo app, not all barcode symbologies are enabled by default. If a barcode does not scan, the correct symbology may not be enabled. Change the Scan Demo Symbology Settings 1.
CHAPTER USE THE PHONE You can use the phone feature to make and receive phone calls as well as transmit data through wireless wide-area networks (WWANs). Note: Phone features are only supported on EDA51 WWAN models (EDA51-1). About the Phone Phone features on the computer include a speaker and two microphones.
Card Cover Nano SIM Card 5. Insert the battery, see on page Make a Phone Call Once the phone is activated, you can make a phone call. 1. Tap in the favorites tray. 2. Use one of the methods below to enter the telephone number you want to call. •...
3. Tap call 4. To end the call, tap Answer the Phone When you receive a phone call, the Incoming Call screen opens. If the caller telephone number is available, it appears on the screen. Depending on your calling plan, you may also see a Caller ID information. All incoming calls are recorded in the Recent call log.
Configure Phone Settings You can customize settings for the phone, including the ringtone, voicemail options, keypad tones, Internet call settings, and other options. 1. Open the phone app 2. Tap next to the microphone icon at the top of the screen. 3.
CHAPTER USE THE CAMERA Use this chapter to learn how to take pictures and record videos with the color camera. Note: Due to model and software version differences, screen images and features included in this chapter may vary from what you see on your device. About the Color Camera The EDA51 comes equipped with a 13-megapixel color camera, 1080P video with image stabilization, and advanced software features for enhanced exposure...
3. The camera automatically adjusts the focus, but you can tap the screen to modify the focal point. By default, the camera senses the lighting in the environment and turns the flash on, if needed. 4. Tap or the Volume button to take a photo. •...
Flash Settings Color Filters More Settings • More Settings Select to access Automatic Mode, HDR Mode and Advanced settings. Advanced Settings Select the gear to access settings that allow you to modify the camera setting defaults and to configure how the camera app functions (i.e., General, Still camera, Video camera, and System.
CHAPTER CONFIGURE THE COMPUTER Use this chapter to learn about the available methods for configuring your mobile computer. You can also use this chapter to learn how to configure network communications and wireless security. How to Configure the Computer You can configure many parameters on the computer such as the barcode symbologies the network settings.
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• Tap Wi-Fi preferences to access advanced Wi-Fi options, view MAC, IP address information, import and export Wi-Fi configuration, Wi-Fi Direct, WPS push Button, WPS pin entry, Wi-Fi Logger, Honeywell Proprietary Settings, Open network notification and Install Certificates. Mobile Network...
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Connected Device In the Settings app, select Connected devices to access the following settings. Setting Description Pair new device • Connect to a Bluetooth Device. • Lists Bluetooth enabled devices in range. • View and rename the computer. • View the computer Bluetooth address. Previously View previously connected devices.
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Apps & Notifications In the Settings app, select Apps & notifications to access the following settings. Setting Description Apps To view a list of all apps installed on the computer and system services running, select “SEE ALL xx APPS” where xx = number of apps installed. Notifications Select to manage notifications.
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Display In the Settings app, select Display to access the following settings. Setting Description Brightness level Set the Brightness level manually if the Adaptive brightness feature is turned Off. Night light Activate the Night light feature to adjust the screen tint to a light amber for easier viewing and reading in dim light or for the hours you use the device before going to sleep.
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Privacy In the Settings app, select Privacy manage permissions, account activity and personal data. Setting Description Permissions Manage personal data sharing privileges. manager Show passwords Enable or disable showing characters briefly as you type. Lock Screen Choose to show or not show notifications content on the Lock screen. Location In the Settings app, select Location to access the settings below.
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Setting Description Screen pinning Enable or disable the screen pinning feature. When enabled you can pin the device screen to a recently used app where it stays until you unpin the app via the security method chosen. Accounts In the Settings app, select Accounts to access the following settings. Setting Description Add account...
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Set Caption preferences. High contrast text Turn High contrast text on or off. Honeywell Settings In the Settings app, select Honeywell Settings to access the settings below. Setting Description Battery LED Configures the battery LED behavior. To learn more, see...
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Setting Description Battery Optimizer View battery status and app usage information. Select Status to choose a preset profile or create a custom battery optimization profile that implements a group of settings to conserve power. Options include: • None When selected, no battery optimization profile is active. •...
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Options include: Keep awake on motion, Wake on motion, Face down suspend. Staging Hub Use this agent and settings to connect the computer to the Honeywell Agent Staging Hub Foundation software platform; a centralized software platform IT integrators and administrators can use as a solution for managing, monitoring and deploying Honeywell devices in a connected workspace environment.
Setting Description Reset Option Select from the following reset options: • Reset Wi-Fi, Mobile & Bluetooth. Use to reset all network settings, including Wi-Fi, Mobile data and Bluetooth. • Reset app preferences. Use reset app preference back to defaults. This apps you disabled, notification changes, default app actions set, background data restrictions for apps and permission restrictions.
3. Using the mobile computer transfer data through local carrier’s network. Connect to a Wi-Fi Network The computer contains an 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac radio to transfer data using WWAN communications. Before you connect to a Wi-Fi network, you need to know about your network security protocol and its required credentials.
Configure Proxy Settings for a Wi-Fi Network If you need to connect to network resources through a proxy server, you can configure settings for the proxy server for each Wi-Fi network you add. By default, the Wi-Fi networks you add are not configured to connect through a proxy server. Note: Proxy settings apply only to the Wi-Fi network you modify.
Add a VPN Before you can connect to a VPN, you must create a VPN profile. 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Network & internet > Advanced > VPN. 3.
• LEAP • Honeywell recommends WPA2 security with PSK (Personal) or 802.1x (Enterprise) key management. Before you set security, you need to enable the radio, set the date, and set the SSID on your computer. To use 802.1x security, you need to load a root certificate on your computer.
7. Enter a name for the certificate and tap OK. Disable or Remove Certificates If a user or system certificate is compromised, or your organization chooses not to trust it, you can disable or remove the certificate. 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2.
4. Tap Pair a new device . A list of available Bluetooth devices in range appears. 5. Select a device on the list to initiate a pairing request. 6. When the pairing request message appears: • Verify the pairing PIN is the same on both device, and then tap Pair. •...
USB Troubleshooting • If you have a problem with your workstation computer recognizing the USB device, try downloading and installing the Honeywell-aidc-usb-driver. The driver is part of the Honeywell_Mobility SDK_Android software.zip file. To learn where to get the software, see Developer Information on page 70.
6. Select USB tethering to initiate the shared data connection. Note: To stop sharing the connection, tap USB tethering again to turn Off the feature or disconnect the USB accessory. Minimum requirements for Bluetooth Tethering • All devices must support Bluetooth communication. Set up and Connection 1.
Configuration barcodes do not scan and process. • \honeywell\autoinstall folders are inaccessible. Note: To learn more about network and security for Honeywell mobile computers with Android operating systems, go to sps.honeywell.com. Enable or Disable Provisioning Mode 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps.
1. Go to https://hsmftp.honeywell.com. 2. Create a login account if you have not already created one. 3. Install the Honeywell Download Manager tool. See “Note” on the portal page. This tool is required for downloads. 4. Locate the app or upgrade you want to download in the Software directory.
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Provisioning mode under Honeywell Settings. 3. Tap the toggle button to turn Provisioning mode On. 4. Save the upgrade file (*.zip or *.apk) in one of the following folders on the EDA51 mobile computer: •...
9. Once installation is complete, turn Provisioning mode Off. About the Honeywell Upgrader Use the Honeywell Upgrader app (HUpgrader) to check for and install OTA updates or view the current OTA version installed on the computer. How to view the Installed OTA Version 1.
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Provisioning mode under Honeywell Settings. 3. Tap the toggle button to turn Provisioning mode On. 4. Save the OTA file (*.zip) in the following folder on the EDA51 computer: •...
8. Tap the OTA update file. The computer examines the file, and then starts the installation. 9. Once the installation is complete (100%), select OK when prompted to Reboot the computer. The computer reboots and finishes the update. Reboot (Restart) the Computer You may need to restart the computer to correct conditions where an application stops responding to the system.
About an Enterprise Data Reset You can perform an Enterprise data reset if a Reboot did not improve the condition and all other troubleshooting methods have not resolved the issue. This method provides a clean configuration for troubleshooting by erasing all data from the Internal shared storage location on the computer.
About Full Factory Reset A Full Factory Reset should only be performed if you have exhausted all other troubleshooting options. This method reverts the computer back to the factory state by erasing all data in Internal shared storage and the IPSM Card storage locations on the computer.
(DRH) for the healthcare and general-purpose markets. Please refer to the Honeywell Safety and Productivity Solutions website for specific details on how to clean EDA51 computer with disinfectant-ready housings. Helpful information on the care of these specialty products can be found in the following articles: •...
Read all guidelines before using your computer. Product documentation is available for download from sps.honeywell.com. Public certificates are available for download from honeywell.com/PSStechnicalsupport.
N6703 Ultra-Slim Imager Engine Reading Distances The depth of field measurements were taken using these parameters: • Distances are measured from the front of the engine to the barcode • 23 °C (+73 °F), 0 lux for guaranteed and 200 lux for typical •...
N6603 Slim Imager Engine Reading Distances The depth of field measurements were taken using these parameters: • Distances are measured from the top of the engine to the barcode • 23 °C (+73 °F), 10K lux • Clear, High quality barcodes Note: Time to Read and Depth of Field are impacted if the barcode symbol is at the edge of the image.
N6603 Slim Imager Engine Field of View/Resolution Focus Standard Range (SR) Horizontal Field Angle (degrees) ±21.2 ±3.5° Vertical Field Angle (degrees) ±16.5 ±3.5° Note: DPI can be calculated based on the following formula: Horizontal DPI = 832 pixels/width of horizontal field of view (inches) Vertical DPI = 640 pixels/width of vertical field of view (inches) N3601 Imager Engine Reading Distances The depth of field measurements were taken using these parameters:...
Typical Specs Focus Standard Range (SR) Symbology Near Distance Far Distance 100% UPC-A 52.0 20.5 5 mil Code 39 18.9 10 mil Code 39 45.5 17.9 20 mil Code 39 63.0 25.8 15 mil Code 128 60.0 23.6 6.7 mil PDF 417 19.0 15 mil QR 28.0...