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RS51 Mobile Computer
(RS51_HS)
Android 11
Version 1.00

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  • Page 1 RS51 Mobile Computer (RS51_HS) Android 11 Version 1.00...
  • Page 2 CIPHERLAB logo is a registered trademark of CIPHERLAB CO., LTD.. All other brands, products and services, and trademark names are the property of their registered owners. The editorial use of these names is for identification as well as to the benefit of the owners, with no intention of infringement.

  • Page 3: Important Notices

    Tested to Comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE FCC ID: Q3N-RS51 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 4: Sim Cards Using Information For Verizon And At&T Cellular Service

    You can use any of your already activated SIM cards that have service on the RS51. Please note the RS51 uses MicroSIM cards. In the event that you have a NanoSIM card, you’ll need to utilize a SIM card adapter to convert them into MicroSIM in order to fit the device.

  • Page 5: For Product With Laser

    Important Notices FOR PRODUCT WITH LASER  This laser component emits FDA / IEC Class 2 laser light at the exit port. Do NOT STARE INTO BEAM DIRECTLY.  Do not aim the beam at the eyes.  Any adjustments or performance excluding those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure.
  • Page 6 RS51 Mobile Computer A minimum separation distance of 0.5 cm must be maintained between the user’s body and the device, including the antenna during body-worn operation to comply with the RF exposure requirements in Europe. To compliance with RF Exposure requirements in Europe, third-party belt-clips, holsters or similar accessories used by this device should not contain any metallic components.

  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions And Warning For Li-Ion/Polymer Battery

    GENERAL GUIDELINE AND WARNING  Use specific Lithium Polymer/Li-ion charger from CipherLab only. Failure to do so may cause fire, which may result in personal injury and property damage.  Never charge batteries unattended. When charging Lithium Polymer/Li-ion batteries, you should always remain in constant observation to monitor the charging process and react to potential problems that may occur.

  • Page 8: Charging Process

    During discharge and handling of batteries, do not exceed 45 . STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION  CipherLab battery is charged in manufacturing to around 30% of its full capacity. It is a good capacity for long-term storage & transportation.  Battery should NOT be stored in full-charged or full-discharge state; otherwise it will damage battery permanently.

  • Page 9: To Use, Handle, And Dispose Battery

    Important Notices TO USE, HANDLE, AND DISPOSE BATTERY  For Li-ion / Li-polymer battery, it is normal to balloon, expand, or swell after one year or 500 cycles (full charge-discharge cycles). Although we guarantee it will NOT cause any damage, it can’t be used again and must be disposed at once, therefore we strongly recommend to replace battery every year or after 500 cycles, depend on which comes first.

  • Page 10: Safety Precautions

     Do not use any pointed or sharp objects against the screen surface.  Do not use the styluses which are not supplied or approved by CIPHERLAB CO., LTD., to prevent possible scratches to the touch screen.  Water residue on the touch screen may cause abnormal behaviors or the fall of its sensitivity levels.

  • Page 11: Battery

    (1) Please do not use your device while continuously connected with a power supply or cradle for charging. If you need to use your RS51 mobile computer with a power supply or cradle continuously connected, be sure to turn on “Balance...

  • Page 12: Scanner

    RS51 Mobile Computer SCANNER  Scan a 1D barcode 1) Open ReaderConfig and tap Scan Test on the menu bar. 2) Aim the scanning window at the barcode to read. Move the device, having the barcode located in the center of the scanning area.

  • Page 13: Care & Maintenance

    Important Notices CARE & MAINTENANCE  This mobile computer is intended for industrial use. The mobile computer is rated IP65/67, however, damage may be done to the mobile computer if it is exposed to extreme temperatures or soaked in water. ...

  • Page 14: E-Label

    RS51 Mobile Computer E-LABEL - 14 -...

  • Page 15: Europe - Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    Important Notices EUROPE – EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY - 15 -...

  • Page 16: Thailand Caution

    RS51 Mobile Computer THAILAND CAUTION เครื ่ องโทรคมนาคมและอุ ป กรณ์ น ี ้ มี ค วามสอดคล ้องตามมาตรฐานหรื อ ข ้อก าหนดของกสทช. เครื ่ องวิ ท ยุ ค มนาคมนี ้ มี อ ั ต ราการดู ด กลื น พลั ง งานจ าเพาะ...

  • Page 17: Release Notes

    Release Notes RELEASE NOTES Version Date Notes  1.00 Jan. 12 , 2022 Initial release - 17 -...

  • Page 18: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS IMPORTANT NOTICES........................- 3 - For USA ............................- 3 - SIM Cards Using Information for Verizon and AT&T Cellular Service ........- 4 - For Product with Laser ........................- 5 - Environment ..........................- 5 - Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) information ................- 5 - Important Safety Instructions and Warning for LI-ION/POLYMER Battery .........
  • Page 19 1.2.1. Charge Mobile Computer ..................35 1.2.2. Wired Data Transmission ..................40 1.2.3 Using Wireless Networks ..................41 USING THE RS51 MOBILE COMPUTER ................... 42 2.1. Battery ........................43 2.1.1. Battery Status Indicators..................44 2.1.2. Monitor Battery Level .................... 46 2.1.3.
  • Page 20 RS51 Mobile Computer 3.2. Status Bar ......................107 3.2.1. Icons on Status Bar ..................... 107 3.2.2. Open Quick Settings Menu ................. 109 3.2.3. Open Notifications Drawer .................. 112 3.3. Enterprise Settings ....................115 3.4. Suspend & Lock ....................116 3.4.1.
  • Page 21 5.2.7. Call Settings ......................166 5.2.8. Make Multi-Party Calls..................167 5.3. Audio Modes ......................168 5.4. In-call Volume ...................... 169 CIPHERLAB UTILITIES ........................170 6.1. A-Demo ......................... 171 6.2. AppLock ........................ 173 6.3. Barcode To Setting ....................174 6.4. BT Printer Mate ....................179 6.5.

  • Page 22: Introduction

    RS51 Mobile Computer INTRODUCTION The RS51 mobile computer, powered by Android 11, is light-weight, easy to use, providing powerful and handy tools for the purpose of delivering flexibility in customization. Specifically designed to work as an industrial PDA, it provides rich options of data collection, voice and data communication, long-lasting working hours, and so on.

  • Page 23: Features

    INSIDE THE PACKAGE The following items are included in the kit package. Save the box and packaging material for future use in case you need to store or ship the mobile computer.  RS51 Mobile Computer  Rechargeable Li-ion battery pack ...

  • Page 24: Related Documentation

    RS51 Mobile Computer RELATED DOCUMENTATION Please visit CipherLab website to access related documentation about the RS51 mobile computer.

  • Page 25: Quick Start

    Quick Start Chapter 1 QUICK START This chapter helps you get ready for starting using the mobile computer. IN THIS CHAPTER 1.1 Overview ..................26 1.2 Charging & Communication ............35...

  • Page 26: Overview

    RS51 Mobile Computer 1.1. OVERVIEW No. Description No. Description Phone Receiver Power Button Side Trigger Key Charging & Commnuication Port Microphone Touch Screen Status LEDs Light Sensor & Proximity Sensor Rear Microphone Loudspeaker Volume Keys Battery Latch Hand Strap Hole...

  • Page 27: Installing/ Removing Battery

    Quick Start 1.1.1. INSTALLING/ REMOVING BATTERY For shipping and storage purposes, the mobile computer and the main battery are saved in separate packages. Note: Any improper handling may reduce the battery life. INSTALL MAIN BATTERY To install the main battery, please: 1) Insert the main battery with the contact pins facing the lower end.
  • Page 28 RS51 Mobile Computer IMPORTANT CHARGING INFORMATION Input: AC 100-240V, 50-60Hz; output: 5V/2A Power Adaptor CipherLab approved 3.8V 4000mAh/3.75V 5300mAh (Standard/Extended) Battery Pack rechargeable Li-ion CipherLab proprietary Approx. 4 hours (4000mAh) / 6 hours (5300mAh) via adapter at 25℃ Charging time For the first time charging the main battery, please charge it for at least 8 to 12 hours.

  • Page 29: Installing Sim Card, Sam Card And Memory Card

    Quick Start 1.1.2. INSTALLING SIM CARD, SAM CARD AND MEMORY CARD The RS51 mobile computer is equipped with two SIM card slots, one SAM card slot and one memory card slot. Note: SIM/SAM card slots are with no function for Wi-Fi only model.
  • Page 30 RS51 Mobile Computer 3) After the chamber is revealed, insert SIM cards, the SAM card and the microSD card into their respective sockets. Close and push back the hinged cover till a click sounds. To Install the Cards: SIM 1 SAM 1 1) Slide the hinged cover back.
  • Page 31 Quick Start REMOVE CARDS 1) Remove the battery. 2) Remove the inner lid. 3) Unlock the card hinge cover and remove the card. 4) Mount the inner lid and the battery.

  • Page 32: Power On/Off Mobile Computer

    RS51 Mobile Computer 1.1.3. POWER ON/OFF MOBILE COMPUTER POWER ON To power on the mobile computer, press and hold the power button located on the upper right side of the device. The mobile computer will turn on and show the...

  • Page 33: Homescreen Selection

    Quick Start 1.1.4. HOMESCREEN SELECTION If a Select Home app window pops up to request your immediate choice of home screen, you may select “AppLock” to directly enter AppLock application (please refer to AppLock User Guide for detailed instructions on AppLock settings) to start configuring the interface provided to normal users of this device.

  • Page 34: Using Hardware Buttons

    RS51 Mobile Computer 1.1.5. USING HARDWARE BUTTONS On the bottom of the mobile computer are three hardware buttons that deliver the following functions: Button Function Description Returns to the previous screen or Back button closes active window keyboard. Home button Displays the Home screen.

  • Page 35: Charging & Communication

    Quick Start 1.2. CHARGING & COMMUNICATION 1.2.1. CHARGE MOBILE COMPUTER The main battery may not be charged to full for shipment. When you first receive the kit package, you will need to charge the main battery to full before using the mobile computer. You may use the Snap-on Charging Cable or Charging Cradle along with a power adapter to charge the mobile computer.
  • Page 36 RS51 Mobile Computer OPERATION ON BATTERY POWER When 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, GSM/GPRS/EDGE/WCDMA/HSPA/HSPA+/LTE CAT 6, Bluetooth v4.1 & v2.1+EDR and GPS are all enabled on battery power, the main battery level will drop down substantially. Prolonged use of the display and continued scanning of barcodes will also affect battery level.
  • Page 37 Quick Start While the device battery is being charged, the LED indicators on mobile computer will indicate charging status. LED Indicator Status Description Red, solid Charging in progress Red, blink Charging error Charging Status Green, solid Charging completes No light The cable is not correctly connected USE CHARGING CRADLE The Charging Cradle can charge your mobile computer and a spare battery at the same time:...
  • Page 38 RS51 Mobile Computer To charge your mobile computer via the Charging Cradle: 1) Smoothly insert the mobile computer into the Charging Cradle. 2) Connect the adapter to the Cradle, and plug the other end into an electrical outlet.
  • Page 39 Quick Start The status of the mobile computer charging is shown on the device itself; while the LED indicator on RS51 Charging Cradle shows the status of battery charging as below: Cradle LED Indicator Status Description Red, solid Charging the battery...

  • Page 40: Wired Data Transmission

    RS51 Mobile Computer 1.2.2. WIRED DATA TRANSMISSION Use the Snap-on cable to connect the mobile computer to your PC for data transmission. 1) Connect your device to the computer with the supplied Snap-on cable. 2) Swipe down from the status bar to reveal Notifications Drawer.

  • Page 41: Using Wireless Networks

    Quick Start 3) Tap on the system notification “Charging this device via USB” to enter USB options. By default, the device will be in charging mode, in which you are unable to access the files on this device from the PC client. To transfer all types of files between your device and PC, choose “File Transfer”.

  • Page 42: Using The Rs51 Mobile Computer

    RS51 Mobile Computer Chapter 2 USING THE RS51 MOBILE COMPUTER This chapter walks you through the fundamental usage and features of this device. IN THIS CHAPTER 2.1 Battery ..................43 2.2 Memory ..................61 2.3 Touch Screen ................75 2.4 Notifications .................. 84 2.5 Date and Time ................

  • Page 43: Battery

    Using the RS51 Mobile Computer 2.1. BATTERY  Main Battery The mobile computer is powered by a rechargeable 3.8V / 4000 mAh or 3.75V / 5300 mAh Li-ion battery pack. It takes approximately 4 hours to charge it to full from the power adaptor (for the first time charging the main battery, please charge it for at least 8 to 12 hours).

  • Page 44: Battery Status Indicators

    RS51 Mobile Computer 2.1.1. BATTERY STATUS INDICATORS The main battery pack is the only power source for the mobile computer to work. Therefore, when the main battery level goes low, you need to replace the battery pack with a charged one or charge it as soon as possible.
  • Page 45 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer The percentage beside the battery icon on the status bar can be switched on or off in App Drawer (All Apps) | Settings | Battery | Battery percentage. Note: When the mobile computer is fully charged and battery level reaches 100%, the battery icon will change from to indicate charging is completed.

  • Page 46: Monitor Battery Level

    RS51 Mobile Computer 2.1.2. MONITOR BATTERY LEVEL MAIN BATTERY LEVEL The main battery is the only source that feeds the mobile computer to work. It also supplies the backup battery on the main board in order to retain the data stored in DRAM. When main battery level gets low, recharge it or replace it as soon as possible.
  • Page 47 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer BATTERY SAVER MODE You can have the Battery saver mode automatically turned on when the main battery gets low. This mode will limit the use of location services, vibration and most background processing data. Once Battery saver is enabled, the title bar of your screen will turn red.
  • Page 48 RS51 Mobile Computer By enabling “Turn off when charged” on “Battery Saver” page, the battery saver mode will be automatically off once the battery power is charged to be 90%. Tap on “TURN ON NOW” to directly enable battery saver function, and the battery icon on status...
  • Page 49 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer Also, you can swipe down from the status bar to reveal Quick Settings Panel or Quick Settings Menu, and tap the battery saver icon to enable/ disable it. Icon Description Battery saver mode is OFF.
  • Page 50 RS51 Mobile Computer BATTERY OPTIMIZATION With Battery optimization enabled for the applications, you can make sure they stay inactive when your device is idle or when they have not been used for days. and then “Battery usage”. 1) On Battery screen, tap on More...
  • Page 51 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer 3) Tap on “Battery optimization”. 4) Tap on “NOT OPTIMED” to open the dropdown list and select “All apps”. All the optimized applications are listed.
  • Page 52 RS51 Mobile Computer 5) You can individually turn off the optimization mode of a certain app if you’d like it always activated by tapping on the app name and select “Don’t optimize” and then “DONE”. LOW BATTERY ALERT The mobile computer prompts a warning notification reminding you to charge the main battery when the main battery level drops to 15% and 5%.
  • Page 53 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer LOW SUB BATTERY ALERT When the main battery’s power is drained out, RS51 mobile computer will automatically suspend by backup battery’s power for 30 minutes. When backup battery’s power is low, the “Low Sub Battery” notification will remind you to connect the device with an external power source to charge it immediately.

  • Page 54: Replace Main Battery

    BATTERY SWAP RS51 mobile computer's backup battery supplies system power during battery swap. When the battery (with cover) is removed, the system will enter suspend mode and not wake up until battery cover is put back and the power button is pressed. Please refer to “Low Sub Battery...
  • Page 55 Backup battery keeps the mobile computer in suspension when the main battery is depleted. Thus, to prevent data loss, DO NOT replace the main battery when backup battery’s power is low. Please connect RS51 mobile computer with the external power source to charge it till the “...

  • Page 56: Power Management

    RS51 Mobile Computer 2.1.4. POWER MANAGEMENT For any portable device, power management is a critical issue especially when you are on the road. Below are some tips to help you save battery power. Warning: Using backlight, wireless connectivity, and peripheral devices on battery power will substantially reduce battery power.
  • Page 57 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer ENTER AIRPLANE MODE You can enable Airplane mode to have all the wireless radios (including call functions, data connections such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and 3G/4G) on your mobile computer turned off, which will considerably reduce the power consumption of your battery.

  • Page 58: Battery Precautions

    RS51 mobile computer with a power supply or cradle, be sure to turn on “Balance Mode”. BATTERY MODE SELECTION If you need to use RS51 mobile computer while charging, or if the device needs to be connected with the power supply for charging all the time, it is suggested that enabling “Balance Mode” for battery life.
  • Page 59 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer Tap to select “Balance Mode” or “Performance Mode”. Mode Description Balance Mode Balance between working hour and battery life. Better & extra 10% to 20% working hour performance, but might Performance Mode affect battery life.
  • Page 60 RS51 Mobile Computer BATTERY TEMPERATURE ANOMALY High ambient temperature or keeping using RS51 mobile computer while charging might results in battery temperature rises. RS51 mobile computer will automatically suspend charging battery or shut down for safety purpose. Once the battery temperature cools down to normal temperature, battery charging could be proceeded again.

  • Page 61: Memory

    When choosing an SD card for best compatibility and performance with RS51, please make sure of the capacity you need. For the use of SDXC card, please use a new card and make sure it has not been used in other host devices (computers, cameras, or readers).

  • Page 62: Check Memory Usage

    RS51 Mobile Computer 2.2.1. CHECK MEMORY USAGE The memory manager can offer a glance of how the device is using its RAM. ENABLE DEVELOPER OPTION To check the memory usage, you have to enable “Developer Option” : 1) Go to...
  • Page 63 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer 3) Once the prompt “You are now a developer!” showing up, you have succeeded in entering developer mode. 4) You can find Developer Option is now enabled in Settings | System...
  • Page 64 RS51 Mobile Computer CHECK MEMORY USAGE App Drawer (All Apps) | Settings | Developer Option | Memory to enter memory manager screen. On the main screen, it tells you not only the used and free memory space of the RAM, but how your pattern of usage has impacted the device’s overall performance.
  • Page 65 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer To look at how individual apps are consuming the memory space, tap “Memory used by apps” to get a breakdown of memory usage by apps. Tap an application name to check its memory usage. This allows you to make sense of how much...

  • Page 66: Manage Storage Space

    RS51 Mobile Computer 2.2.2. MANAGE STORAGE SPACE To your Android device, the SD card can serve as an extension of your device’s internal storage (which comes as 16 GB of flash memory to store the OS, applications and files) other than a portable storage place.
  • Page 67 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer SET UP SD CARD AS PORTABLE STORAGE Using SD card as a portable device allows you to treat it as a USB disk, by swapping it between your Android device and the computer to easily transfer files. This is quite handy when there is a need to offload files that are taking up too much storage space.
  • Page 68 RS51 Mobile Computer To start: 1) Insert the SD card. A notification icon indicating that an SD card is detected will be shown in the status bar; swipe down from the status bar and tap “ ”. SET UP 2) Tap “...
  • Page 69 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer TRANSFER PHOTOS & MEDIA BETWEEN THE DEVICE & PC To transfer photos and media between this device and PC when the mounted SD card is set as portable storage, please: 1) Connect your mobile computer with PC with the snap-on cable, and “USB Preference” page shows up.
  • Page 70 RS51 Mobile Computer CONVERT THE SD CARD TO INTERNAL STORAGE You can always convert the SD Card from portable storage to internal storage. On Storage screen, tap the SD card. Before starting, make a backup of the files on this disk if you’d like to keep them.
  • Page 71 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer SET UP SD CARD AS INTERNAL STORAGE Using SD card as internal storage allows you to extend your existing device storage and to store huge applications. This SD card will be reformatted and encrypted with a file format that is not readable by another device.
  • Page 72 RS51 Mobile Computer To start: 1) Insert the SD card. A notification will pop up indicating that an SD card is detected tap “SET UP”. 2) Tap on “Phone storage”. 3) On the popup window, select “FORMAT SD CARD”.
  • Page 73 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer 4) You will then be asked to whether to move media files to this new SD card, tap to make your choice. 5) When the setting is completed, tap “DONE”. Note: It is recommended that you select “Move content” at Step 4 to have the device immediately start making use of SD card space.
  • Page 74 RS51 Mobile Computer CONVERT THE SD CARD TO PORTABLE STORAGE You can always convert the SD Card from internal storage to portable storage. Before you start, make a backup of the files on this disk if you would like to keep them.

  • Page 75: Touch Screen

    Using the RS51 Mobile Computer 2.3. TOUCH SCREEN The mobile computer comes with a 4.7” transmissive LCD with 1280 by 720 pixels resolution (HD). The LED backlight of the screen, which helps ease reading under dim environments, can be controlled manually and automatically.

  • Page 76: Screen Rotation

    RS51 Mobile Computer 2.3.2. SCREEN ROTATION By default, the device automatically rotates the screen to when you turn the device sideways. To switch this function on or off: 1) Go to App Drawer (All Apps) | Settings | Display , and then tap Advanced for more display settings.
  • Page 77 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer Swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings Panel or Quick Settings Menu and tap the Auto rotate icon to enable screen rotation. Icon Description Auto rotate mode is OFF. Auto rotate mode is ON.
  • Page 78 RS51 Mobile Computer You can enter “Display” page to enable or disable screen rotation by long pressing the Auto rotate icon on Quick Settings Panel or Quick Settings Menu. HOME SCREEN ROTATION To enable Home screen rotation, please make sure Auto Rotation is enable.
  • Page 79 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer REMOVE AUTO-RITATE FROM QUICK SETTINGS MENU & DISPLAY SETTINGS You can remove the Auto-rotate switch icon on Quick Settings menu to minimize the possibility of accidentally turning on the auto-rotation function: 1) Swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings menu, and click on button to get into Edit page.
  • Page 80 RS51 Mobile Computer 3) Return to the Quick Settings menu, the Auto rotate switch icon is now hidden. REMOVE AUTO ROTATION FROM DISPLAY SETTINGS Go to App Drawer (All Apps) | Settings | Accessibility and switch off Auto-rotate screen. By doing so, the auto-rotation option will be hidden in Settings | Display ▪...
  • Page 81 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer ▪ Switch off “Auto-rotate screen” on “Accessibility” page. ▪ Now the function “Auto-rotate screen” is hidden on “Display” page. “ Note: Auto-rotation is not supported for certain applications. Without enabling Allow Home Screen Rotation”, auto-rotation is inapplicable in Home Screen and App Drawer screen.

  • Page 82: Screen Timeout Settings

    RS51 Mobile Computer 2.3.3. SCREEN TIMEOUT SETTINGS Go to App Drawer (All Apps) | Settings | Display | Advanced | Sleep. Select the time lapse for screen timeout.

  • Page 83: Text Size & Display Size

    Using the RS51 Mobile Computer 2.3.4. TEXT SIZE & DISPLAY SIZE To change text size, please go to App Drawer (All Apps) | Settings | Display Advanced | Font size. Tap the small A icon or the large A icon to select the font size between Small, Default, Large and Largest.

  • Page 84: Notifications

    RS51 Mobile Computer 2.4. NOTIFICATIONS 2.4.1. STATUS LED Two LED indicators located above the touch screen provide information about charging status, scanner light beam, and scanner "Good Read" during data collection. Indicator Status Description Green, solid Charging complete Charging Red, solid...

  • Page 85: Audio

    Using the RS51 Mobile Computer 2.4.2. AUDIO The speaker is used to play sounds for events, or play audio files. In addition, it can be programmed for status feedback. In noisy environments, you may consider connecting a headset instead. A headset jack is provided on the top of the mobile computer, which is a 3.5 mm DIA stereo earphone jack.
  • Page 86 RS51 Mobile Computer The media volume can be adjusted by pressing the Volume Up or Volume Down key, or dragging the slider on quick sound menu. Media Volume to open the pop-up volume panel; tap on “SEE MORE” will directly Tap on the settings icon enter the Sound Settings page.
  • Page 87 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer On “Sound” settings page, you can: ▪ Adjust the volume for media , call , ring , and alarm by dragging the sliders. ▪ The media icon turns to be if it is off while the ring icons turns to be to indicates it is off.
  • Page 88 RS51 Mobile Computer ▪ Set the shortcut to prevent ringing. ▪ Select the sound for “Phone Ringtine”, “Default notification soud” and “Default alarm sound”.
  • Page 89 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer ▪ Turn on or off the switch of the items under “Other sounds and vibrations”. DISABLE UNWANTED NOTIFICATIONS WITH “DO NOT DISTURB” You can temporarily disable specific notifications (vibration or sound) using “Do Not Disturb” in Quick Settings menu.
  • Page 90 RS51 Mobile Computer You can enter “Do Not Disturb” page for further settings by long pressing the Do Not Disturb icon on Quick Settings Panel or Quick Settings Menu. go to App Drawer (All Apps) | Settings | Sound | Do Not Disturb...

  • Page 91: Date And Time

    Using the RS51 Mobile Computer 2.5. DATE AND TIME By default, the mobile computer automatically synchronizes the date and time to the WWAN network (if connected). To set the date and time manually: 1) Tap App Drawer (All Apps) | Settings | System | Date &...
  • Page 92 RS51 Mobile Computer 3) Tap on “Set date” to select the correct month, date and year. Tap OK to save. 4) Tap on "Set time" to set the correct time. Tap OK to save.
  • Page 93 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer 5) Disable “Automatic time zone” and then tap on “Select time zone” to select the correct time zone from the list. 6) Disable “Use locale default” and tap “Use 24-hour format” to switch on or off to change the displayed time.

  • Page 94: Language & Keyboard Input

    RS51 Mobile Computer 2.6. LANGUAGE & KEYBOARD INPUT App Drawer (All Apps) | Settings | System | Language & input to change the system language, default keyboard type, and configure keyboard input and speech settings. 2.6.1. CHANGE DISPLAY LANGUAGE To change display language: 1) On Language &...
  • Page 95 Using the RS51 Mobile Computer 2) Click “Add a language” to select your desired system language. 3) Press and hold your desired system language to change its sorting order to the 1 by dragging. Once it is released, the new language setting will immediately be applied.
  • Page 96 RS51 Mobile Computer DELETE LANGUAGE To delete language(s): in the upper right corner and tap “Remove” option. 1) Tap on the more button 2) Select the language to delete. Please note that the display language will be changed if it is...

  • Page 97: On-Screen Keyboard

    Using the RS51 Mobile Computer 3) You have to leave at least one language. 2.6.2. ON-SCREEN KEYBOARD Tap a text input field to automatically open an on-screen keyboard. The virtual keyboard will vary depending on the data type (text or numbers) this field requires.
  • Page 98 RS51 Mobile Computer SELECT KEYBOARD (INPUT METHOD) On Language & input screen, select On-screen Keyboard to manage the installed keyboards by taping “Manage on-screen keyboard” and switch on/off the input methods you need. EDIT TEXT Tap and hold text on the screen to enable a text editing menu for selecting all text, or copying and pasting text within or across applications.

  • Page 99: Sound And Volume

    Using the RS51 Mobile Computer 2.7. SOUND AND VOLUME Use the volume buttons on the left side of the mobile computer to adjust system and ringer volume.

  • Page 100: Data Capture

    RS51 Mobile Computer 2.8. DATA CAPTURE 2.8.1. BARCODE READER A selection of scan engines is available for delivering flexibility to meet different requirements. Depending on the scan engine integrated, the mobile computer is capable of scanning barcodes of a number of symbologies that are enabled by default while running the ReaderConfig application.

  • Page 101: Basic Operation

    Chapter 3 BASIC OPERATION This chapter describes the basic skills to work with the RS51 mobile computer, for instance, on how to operate the home screen, check system statuses and manage notifications. The add-on utilities for applications regarding data collection, processing, and transmission are introduced in the following chapters.

  • Page 102: Home Screen

    RS51 Mobile Computer 3.1. HOME SCREEN When the mobile computer is fully charged, press the Power key for three seconds to turn on the mobile computer. A locked screen will appear. LOCK SCREEN To enter the Home screen, you need to unlock the Lock screen.

  • Page 103: Application & Widget On Home Screen

    Basic Operation 3.1.1. APPLICATION & WIDGET ON HOME SCREEN ADD APPLICATION SHORTCUT TO HOME SCREEN To add an application to Home screen: 1) Open App Drawer (All Apps) on the home screen you would like to customize. 2) Locate the application to add, tap and hold the application icon. 3) Drag the application icon upward and the home screen will appear.
  • Page 104 RS51 Mobile Computer ADD AN ACTION ICON FROM APP SHORTCUT TO HOME SCREEN To create an Action icon from the app shortcuts to Home screen, please: 1) Long press an application icon (no matter on the Home screen or the Drawer) to unfold its app shortcuts.

  • Page 105: Folder On Home Screen

    Basic Operation 3.1.2. FOLDER ON HOME SCREEN CREATE FOLDER 1) On the home screen you would like to customize, tap and hold the application shortcut you would like to move, drag the icon on the top of another icon to create a folder. 2) As these icons overlap, a folder is created.

  • Page 106: Current Applications

    RS51 Mobile Computer 3.1.3. CURRENT APPLICATIONS To reveal the Recent App Menu, please tap on the Recent Apps button On this screen, you can: SWITCH BETWEEN APPLICATIONS Slide to the left or right to check the listed applications, tap on your desired one to open it on the screen.

  • Page 107: Status Bar

    Basic Operation 3.2. STATUS BAR notification icons The left side of the status bar shows , and the right side of the status bar shows status icons 3.2.1. ICONS ON STATUS BAR STATUS ICONS Icon Description The device has been connected to a Bluetooth device. The device is currently connected to a Wi-Fi network and performing data transmission.
  • Page 108 RS51 Mobile Computer NOTIFICATION ICONS Icon Description Android System notification such as “USB debugging connected” or “Charging this device via USB”. Open Notifications Drawer for more details. The device is performing data synchronization. There is an upcoming event. The device is downloading data.

  • Page 109: Open Quick Settings Menu

    Basic Operation 3.2.2. OPEN QUICK SETTINGS MENU The status icons are related to essential settings regarding the device’s remaining power, Bluetooth status Wi-Fi connectivity status. The status bar offers a quick access for you to easily make adjustments of the settings. To open Quick Setting Menu, please use two fingers to swipe from the top to the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 110 RS51 Mobile Computer EDIT QUICK SETTINGS MENU To customize Quick Settings Menu, please: 1) Click “EDIT” icon to get into Edit page. 2) Remove: To remove certain item, please tap on and hold the icon to be removed, and drag it...
  • Page 111 Basic Operation 3) Add: To add certain item, please tap on and hold the icon to be added and drag it to the upper area and then release it. 4) Return to the Quick Settings menu, all the settings are done.

  • Page 112: Open Notifications Drawer

    RS51 Mobile Computer To reset Quick Settings Menu, please: 1) Tap to enter Edit page. 2) Tap More icon upper-right corner, and tap “Reset”. 3.2.3. OPEN NOTIFICATIONS DRAWER The notifications icons on status bar inform you of the new events such as incoming calls, messages or USB connection.
  • Page 113 Basic Operation DISABLE NOTIFICATION You can turn off the notification of a specific app by long pressing on the notifications card until the corresponding app name reveals. Tap “Turn off notifications” to turn it off. 1) Go to App Drawer (All Apps) | Settings | Apps &...
  • Page 114 RS51 Mobile Computer 2) Tap to enter the “App info” page and tap “Notifications” to switch on or off “Show notifications” and other settings. CLEAR NOTIFICATION To dismiss a single notification, simply swipe the notification right or left. You can also dismiss all notifications at a time by tapping “CLEAR ALL”.

  • Page 115: Enterprise Settings

    Basic Operation 3.3. ENTERPRISE SETTINGS The app “Enterprise Settings” is for setting whether the status bar could be pulled down or not. “Enterprise Settings”. Please go to App Drawer (All Apps) and tap on By tapping on the switch of “Lock quick settings”, you can enable or disable the status bar on the top of the screen.

  • Page 116: Suspend & Lock

    RS51 Mobile Computer 3.4. SUSPEND & LOCK 3.4.1. SUSPEND DEVICE The mobile computer operates continuously once it is powered on. To minimize power consumption and prevent unintended operation, suspend the mobile computer if you are not actively using it. The mobile computer can be quickly awoken from suspend mode to operate as needed.

  • Page 117: Lock Device

    Setting a screen lock allows you to protect your personal data on this device while the device is not at your hand. With various types of screen lock available and Smart Lock, you can not only enjoy the benefits of this function but also great convenience. LOCK RS51 Go to App Drawer (All Apps) | Settings | Security &...
  • Page 118 RS51 Mobile Computer By selecting a pattern, PIN, or Password method, you can access Screen Lock advanced settings. Screen Lock advanced settings are: Item Description Switch to make the unlock pattern you are drawing to be visible or Make pattern visible invisible.
  • Page 119 Basic Operation You can also access Smart Lock to customize personal lock settings.

  • Page 120: Os Update

    RS51 Mobile Computer 3.5. OS UPDATE Updating the operating system on the mobile computer helps maintain it at an optimized state. You may choose to update the system by establishing a wireless network connection to the Internet and downloading the update file from the OTA server.
  • Page 121 AUTOMATIC UPDATE The automatic update feature of RS51 mobile computer is off by default, and you can change the setting by ADC (Android Deployment Configurator) to turn it on.

  • Page 122: Sd Card Update

    RS51 Mobile Computer 3.5.2. SD CARD UPDATE RS51 mobile computer automatically searches the available update files in your mobile computer’s storage and then install it. Please obtain the latest system update image file, and rename and copy the file as “sdupdate.zip”...

  • Page 123: Back Up Your Data

    Basic Operation 3.6. BACK UP YOUR DATA With Backup, you can have your personal data (Google calendar settings, Google contacts, Google Chrome™ browser data and Gmail™ settings) and certain system settings under your Google account backed up (over network connection) on the cloud. This allows you to easily restore the settings on this device after a Factory Reset (refer to Reset to Factory Default).
  • Page 124 RS51 Mobile Computer To restore the backed up personal data of a Google Account, just add that account to the device. Note: (1) To back up your photos and videos, tap Photos App Drawer and log in your Google account to sync the files on your device with Google Photo Library.

  • Page 125: Reset To Factory Default

    When setting your RS51 mobile computer by ADC (Android Deployment Configurator), the settings will automatically backup to “enterprise partition” of your RS51 mobile computer, and the settings saved in enterprise partition will not be erased by proceeding “Erase all data (factory reset)”.
  • Page 126 RS51 Mobile Computer Confirm the action by tapping on the buttons and input the verification code (Please contact with support@cipherlab.com.tw to obtain your verification code). Finally, tap OK to perform a factory reset.

  • Page 127: Erase All Data (Factory Reset With Enterprise)

    (factory reset with enterprise). Confirm the action by tapping on the buttons and input the verification code (Please contact with support@cipherlab.com.tw to obtain your verification code), and tap OK to perform a factory reset. Please note that “Erase all data (factory reset with enterprise)” will erase all the data including...

  • Page 128: Welcome Wizard

    RS51 Mobile Computer 3.7.3. WELCOME WIZARD As the mobile computer boots up for the first time after the reset, the Welcome wizard will run you through setting up the environment as well as restoring apps and data. During setup, you can tap SKIP to continue to the next step (you can finish the respective settings...
  • Page 129 Basic Operation Step 3 Step 4 Insert your SIM to connect to Select a Wi-Fi network to log in or tap on “SKIP” to the next step. mobile network, or tap on If logged in a Wi-Fi network, you will be further asked to sign in your “SKIP”...
  • Page 130 RS51 Mobile Computer Step 8 Step 9 Choose Google services that you want to be It takes few seconds to complete. enabled, and tap “ACCEPT” to proceed. Once the initial setup is completed, the Home app screen shows up. Apps and settings will be restored in the background.

  • Page 131: Wireless Radios

    Wireless Radios Chapter 4 WIRELESS RADIOS With the Wi-Fi module integrated on the mobile computer, you can configure and connect to network wirelessly. IN THIS CHAPTER 4.1 Use Wireless Local Area Network (Wi-Fi) ........132 4.2 Use Bluetooth ................144 4.3 Use Near Field Communications ..........

  • Page 132: Use Wireless Local Area Network (Wi-Fi)

    RS51 Mobile Computer 4.1. USE WIRELESS LOCAL AREA NETWORK (WI-FI) 4.1.1. CONNECT TO WI-FI NETWORK To power on Wi-Fi: 1) Go to App Drawer (All Apps) | Settings | Network & internet | Wi-Fi 2) Tap the Wi-Fi switch to scan for available networks.
  • Page 133 Wireless Radios 3) Select a network to connect. If the network is an open one, the mobile computer will attempt to connect to it directly. When connected, the status will change to show “Connected”. If the network is a secured one, the mobile computer prompts a dialog to enter the password for the connection.

  • Page 134: Manually Add Wi-Fi Network

    RS51 Mobile Computer 4.1.2. MANUALLY ADD WI-FI NETWORK If the network you would like to connect to does not broadcast its SSID, or if the network is out of range, you may add it manually. 1) Go to App Drawer (All Apps) | Settings | Network &...
  • Page 135 Wireless Radios 3) Scroll down to the bottom of the page, and select “Add network”. 4) On “Add network” page, enter the name of the network in the Network name field, and select a security method (None, WEP, WPA/WPA2 PSK, 802.1x EAP, OWE, or SAE). ▪...
  • Page 136 RS51 Mobile Computer Note: Certificates may be installed under: App Drawer (All Apps) | Settings | Network & internet | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi preferences | Advanced | Install certificates. The mobile computer supports the following certificate file extensions: File Extension Type...

  • Page 137: Wi-Fi Preferences

    Wireless Radios 4.1.3. WI-FI PREFERENCES To access advanced Wi-Fi settings: 1) Go to App Drawer (All Apps) | Settings | Network & internet | Wi-Fi 2) Scroll down to the bottom of the page, and tap on “Wi-Fi preferences”. 3) Tap “Advanced” to expand more settings.
  • Page 138 RS51 Mobile Computer The available settings are as below: Item Description Tap to enter the page for further settings. Please refer to Cipherlab Proprietary Settings Cipherlab Proprietary Settings for details. Even you’ve turned off Wi-Fi, the device will automatically Turn on Wi-Fi automatically turn on your Wi-Fi connection when there’s the saved network...
  • Page 139 Wireless Radios CIPHERLAB PROPRIETARY SETTINGS To configure the grayed out options listed on “ ”, Wi-Fi must be Cipherlab Proprietary Settings turned off. Turn on Wi-Fi again to apply the setting(s) once the configuration is done. Please tap on the switch to turn Wi-Fi on or off.
  • Page 140 Confirm whether the gateway or DNS server can be IP Reachability Monitor unreachable. Select the Wi-Fi channel(s) to narrow down frequency band Channel Selection of the 2.4GHz (802.11b/g/n) or 5 GHz (802.11a/n). Reset to Default Restore all the settings in “Cipherlab Propruetary” to default.

  • Page 141: Modify Wi-Fi Network

    Wireless Radios 4.1.4. MODIFY WI-FI NETWORK MODIFY THE CONNECTED NETWORK To change the settings for a connected network: 1) Tap a connected network in the Wi-Fi hotspot list to enter its “Network details” page. Edit 2) Tap on button to open the pop-up menu.
  • Page 142 RS51 Mobile Computer MODIFY THE SAVED NETWORK To change the settings for a saved network: 1) Tap and hold a saved network in the Wi-Fi hotspot list. 2) Tap “Modify network” in the pop-up menu. 3) In the dialog box that opens, modify the network settings, and tap Save.

  • Page 143: Disconnect Wi-Fi Network

    Wireless Radios 4.1.5. DISCONNECT WI-FI NETWORK To disconnect a connected network: 1) Tap a connected network in the Wi-Fi hotspot list to enter its “Network details” page. 2) Tap FORGET or DISCONNECT button to disconnect. To forget a saved network: 1) Tap and hold a connected network in the Wi-Fi hotspot list.

  • Page 144: Use Bluetooth

    RS51 Mobile Computer 4.2. USE BLUETOOTH You can configure Bluetooth settings and manage Bluetooth services provided on remote devices. 4.2.1. BLUETOOTH PROFILES Bluetooth Profiles Supported Generic Access Profile (GAP) For device discovery and authentication. Service Discovery Access Profile (SDAP) Discovers services on remote devices.

  • Page 145: Turn On Bluetooth

    Wireless Radios 4.2.2. TURN ON BLUETOOTH Bluetooth is turned on by default, and you can turn it on or off by tapping on the Bluetooth icon on Quick Settings Menu or Quick Settings Panel: Icon Description Bluetooth is OFF. Bluetooth is ON.
  • Page 146 RS51 Mobile Computer To enter “Connected devices” page for further Bluetooth settings, please long press the Bluetooth icon on Quick Settings Menu or Quick Settings Panel: Settings Connected devices Connection 1) Go to App Drawer (All Apps) preferences Bluetooth...
  • Page 147 Wireless Radios 2) Tap the switch to turn on this function while enabling the Bluetooth visibility of this device. Note: Having been turned on, Bluetooth is active even when the mobile computer is suspended. However, if the power mode is switched to Airplane Mode, Bluetooth power will be turned off regardless of the settings.

  • Page 148: Change Bluetooth Name

    RS51 Mobile Computer 4.2.3. CHANGE BLUETOOTH NAME To change the Bluetooth name of this mobile computer: Settings Connected devices Connection 1) Go to App Drawer (All Apps) preferences Bluetooth 2) Tap “Device name” and the pop-up window “Rename this device” shows up.

  • Page 149: Pair Bluetooth Devices

    Wireless Radios 4.2.4. PAIR BLUETOOTH DEVICES Settings Connected devices Connection 1) Go to App Drawer (All Apps) preferences Bluetooth Tap the switch to On and then enter “Pair new device” page to scan for available Bluetooth devices nearby. Scroll through the list and tap the device you would like to pair. 2) The Bluetooth pairing request window opens.
  • Page 150 RS51 Mobile Computer 3) Once pairing is done, the Bluetooth device will be listed in the Previously connected devices page. Settings Connected devices Go to App Drawer (All Apps) to check the connected device(s) list. Note: If the device you would like to pair with is not listed, make sure Bluetooth visibility is enabled on...

  • Page 151: Unpair Bluetooth Device

    Wireless Radios 4.2.5. UNPAIR BLUETOOTH DEVICE To unpair a paired device: 1) In the Previously connected devices list, tap the settings button next to the paired device. 2) On the Device details screen, tap FORGET.

  • Page 152: Use Near Field Communications

    RS51 Mobile Computer 4.3. USE NEAR FIELD COMMUNICATIONS Near field communications (NFC) uses close proximity (4 cm or less) to establish radio communication through electromagnetic fields. With NFC enabled, the mobile computer can collect information from NFC tags, exchange information with other NFC supported devices, and even change information on the NFC tag if authorized.

  • Page 153: Pair With Nfc Enabled Bluetooth Devices

    Wireless Radios 4.3.1. PAIR WITH NFC ENABLED BLUETOOTH DEVICES 1) On the device you would like to pair with, make sure NFC is enabled and Bluetooth discovery is enabled. 2) Hold the mobile computer without covering the antenna area. 3) Move the mobile computer in proximity with the device for pairing. A screen notification will appear to indicate that pairing is successful.

  • Page 154: Using The Phone

    RS51 Mobile Computer Chapter 5 USING THE PHONE The RS51 mobile computer allows making phone calls and connecting to the network over Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA). Insert the SIM card before turning on the power. Refer to Installing SIM Card, SAM Card and Memory Card.

  • Page 155: Sim Card Management

    Using the PHONE 5.1. SIM CARD MANAGEMENT The default setting for celluar networks is “Automatically select network”. To manually select the cellular network, please: 1) Go to App Drawer | Settings | Network & Internet | Mobile Network 2) On the mobile network page, scroll to find “Automatically select network” to disable it. Or scroll...
  • Page 156 RS51 Mobile Computer 3) “Choose Network” page shows up automatically once “Automatically select network” is turn off. Available networks will be listed after searching. 4) Select your preferred network from the list.
  • Page 157 Using the PHONE 5) A notification appears if the selected network is unavailable. Tap on the notification card to enter the mobile network page, and tap on “Choose Network” to repeat the aforesaid steps to select the network again. Note: When both SIM cards are inserted and enabled, they are active and ready to receive an incoming call but not able to be connected at the same time.

  • Page 158: Phone Application

    RS51 Mobile Computer 5.2. PHONE APPLICATION When a SIM card is installed on the mobile computer, a signal icon appears on the status bar. The filled part of the signal icon indicates the strength of the connection.

  • Page 159: Phone Interface

    Using the PHONE 5.2.1. PHONE INTERFACE To launch the phone application, please go to App Drawer (All Apps) | Phone Item Description Favorite Display your favorite contacts & your frequent calls. History List all the call history. Contacts List your contacts.
  • Page 160 RS51 Mobile Computer ADD FAVORITE CONTACTS Your favorite contacts are displayed on “Favorite” tab pages for quickly making phone calls. To add a favorite contact: 1) On “Contacts” tab page, tap on the contact you would like to set to be your favorite to enter the contact detail page.

  • Page 161: Place Call

    Using the PHONE 5.2.2. PLACE CALL to expand the dial pad, and enter the phone number in the dial pad and tap to initiate the call. If you need to frequently make calls to an interactive voice system, you may tap next to the number and select Add 2-sec pause for soft pause (a pause of 2 seconds to the buttons) or a hard pause (a pause that will wait for your confirmation to send the following digits).

  • Page 162: During A Call

    RS51 Mobile Computer 5.2.3. DURING A CALL When a call is connected, the phone keypad features the following buttons: Button Description Mute Mute the call. Keypad Open the numeric keypad. Speaker Turn on the speaker. Add call Add another person to the call.

  • Page 163: Receive Incoming Call

    Using the PHONE 5.2.4. RECEIVE INCOMING CALL When a call is incoming on the mobile computer, tap to pick it up. Incoming calls will be logged in the Phone application; in the case of a missed call, a notification Check Miss Calls will be displayed.

  • Page 164: Check Missed Calls

    RS51 Mobile Computer 5.2.5. CHECK MISSED CALLS If you have a missed call, a notification icon will appear on the status bar. The missed calls notification will also be displayed on the lock screen. (Turning on or off the notification function on...

  • Page 165: Call History

    Using the PHONE 5.2.6. CALL HISTORY To check the call history: 1) On the Phone application, tap to enter the History tab page where a list of history calls is displayed. 2) Tap on the more button and then Call history. Item Description Connected calls.

  • Page 166: Call Settings

    RS51 Mobile Computer 5.2.7. CALL SETTINGS and select “Settings” to enter the settings page: Tap on more button Tap each setting for more setting options.

  • Page 167: Make Multi-Party Calls

    Using the PHONE 5.2.8. MAKE MULTI-PARTY CALLS To make multi-party conference calls: 1) On the Phone application page, enter the 1 number to call and tap to initiate the call. Add call 2) After the call has begun, tap to add another member. The 1 call will be put on hold.

  • Page 168: Audio Modes

    RS51 Mobile Computer 5.3. AUDIO MODES The mobile computer offers three different audio modes for phone calls: HANDSET MODE This is the default audio mode which uses the receiver above the touchscreen for audio output during calls. SPEAKER MODE This mode uses the built-in speaker for audio output during calls.

  • Page 169: In-Call Volume

    Using the PHONE 5.4. IN-CALL VOLUME Use the volume buttons to adjust the ringer volume and system sound level. When in the middle of a call, use the volume buttons to adjust in-call conversation volume.

  • Page 170: Cipherlab Utilities

    RS51 Mobile Computer Chapter 6 CIPHERLAB UTILITIES This chapter gives the introduction about the built-in applications developed by CipherLab IN THIS CHAPTER 6.1 A-Demo ................171 6.2 AppLock ................173 6.3 Barcode To Setting ............. 174 6.4 BT Printer Mate ..............179 6.5 Button Assignment .............

  • Page 171: A-Demo

    6.1. A-DEMO “ ” is an application which gives the brief introduction about all the built-in A-Demo applications developed by CipherLab. Enter the main screen and swipe left or right to select the item to get the function introduction.
  • Page 172 RS51 Mobile Computer Users can launch those apps by tapping “ ” on the app’s introduction page. START...

  • Page 173: Applock

    CipherLab Utilities 6.2. APPLOCK AppLock controls the interface provided to users. It dominates over the O.S. and limits the system resources made available to users. Properly tuned, AppLock gives way to ordinary working applications while locking out those that are not so productive.

  • Page 174: Barcode To Setting

    RS51 Mobile Computer 6.3. BARCODE TO SETTING “ ” is to read the setting barcodes generated by BarcodeToSettings (Android Deployment Configurator) to apply the configuration. Launch “ ” and the main BarcodeToSettings screen shows as below: Item Description Number of barcodes The total amount of the barcodes to be scanned.
  • Page 175 CipherLab Utilities The setting barcode(s) you generated by might be 1D or 2D as the example figures shows: ▪ 1D barcodes: ▪ 2D barcode:...
  • Page 176 RS51 Mobile Computer HOW TO APPLY THE SETTINGS BY SCANNING BARCODE(S) Simply aim the scanning window at the barcode to read and press any of the side trigger. The scanning light beams to read the printed barcodes. It takes few seconds for your device to apply the configuration after scanning the setting...
  • Page 177 CipherLab Utilities Configuration is complete. CLEAR DATA You may carry out “ ” during the scanning procedure (before it starts to apply CLEAR DATA the configuration) to start over. Or you may tap on “ ” button after completing CLEAR DATA...
  • Page 178 RS51 Mobile Computer EXIT Tap on the button “ ” to quit “ ”. EXIT BarcodeToSettings...

  • Page 179: Bt Printer Mate

    CipherLab Utilities 6.4. BT PRINTER MATE BT Printer Mate is an application which provides user interface to pair with Bluetooth printers. 6.5. BUTTON ASSIGNMENT Button Assignment can redefine the functions of physical keys so that they trigger different actions. Settings made to one or more keys can be saved as a profile, allowing users to switch conveniently in between different sets of settings.

  • Page 180: Device Health Dashboard

    RS51 Mobile Computer 6.6. DEVICE HEALTH DASHBOARD “ ” is for detecting the battery health status and showing the Device Health Dashboard storage & RAM information of the device. and tap on the app “ ” to enter its main page,...
  • Page 181 CipherLab Utilities CHECK THE BATTERY INFORMATION To check the battery details, please tap on “ ” button of “ ”. More Battery Info...

  • Page 182: Enterprise Settings

    RS51 Mobile Computer 6.7. ENTERPRISE SETTINGS The app “Enterprise Settings” is for setting whether the status bar could be pulled down or not. “Enterprise Settings”. Please go to App Drawer (All Apps) and tap on LOCK QUICK SETTINGS By tapping on the switch of “Lock quick settings”, you can enable or disable the status bar on the top of the screen.
  • Page 183 CipherLab Utilities DOZE MODE “Doze Mode” is enabled by default. Please refer to https://developer.android.com/training/monitoring-device-state/doze-standby for details. VERSION The version information about Enterprise Settings is listed right below “Doze Mode”.

  • Page 184: Hf Rfid Configuration

    RS51 Mobile Computer 6.8. HF RFID CONFIGURATION HF RFID Configuration is a NFC application which is for reading and writing NFC tags and RFID compatible chips by putting the NFC tag/ RFID chip close to the NFC detecting area of your device.

  • Page 185: Reader Config

    CipherLab Utilities 6.9. READER CONFIG ReaderConfig , a built-in app for configuring the scan engine inside the mobile computer, allows users to set their scanner preferences and the way to output decoded data. Symbology and scanner settings can be saved and exported as a profile for importing again or implementing identical ReaderConfig settings on multiple devices.

  • Page 186: Signature Capture

    RS51 Mobile Computer 6.10. SIGNATURE CAPTURE Signature Capture is a simple and easy application which transforms your device into a signature pad for user to draw the signature. Users can create digital signatures and save them in the device storage with multiple file formats.

  • Page 187: Sip Controller

    CipherLab Utilities 6.11. SIP CONTROLLER SIP Controller , a built-in application for quickly open or close virtual keyboard by tapping on the floating button. LAUNCH SIP CONTROLLER To launch SIP Controller: screen, tap on “ ” App Drawer SIP Controller 1) On to enter the main screen.
  • Page 188 RS51 Mobile Computer 3) Now the “ ” button SIP Controller appears on screen, and you can invoke the virtual keyboard by tapping on it. You can drag this button to any position on the screen. Tap to invoke the keyboard.
  • Page 189 CipherLab Utilities FORCE TO DISPLAY “ ” is to invoke the virtual keyboard even without the input field. Force to display SWITCH VIRTUAL KEYBOARD You can set “ ” and “ ” to be the keyboard invoked by Virtual Keyboard 1 Virtual Keyboard 2 .
  • Page 190 RS51 Mobile Computer On-screen Keyboard As to the keyboard to be selected on the drop-down menu, please refer to for how to enable the keyboard. EXIT SIP CONTROLLER Tap on “ ” to disable Stop SIP Controller on-screen button. VERSION INFORMATION Tap on the more button on the action bar and select “...

  • Page 191: Software Trigger

    CipherLab Utilities 6.12. SOFTWARE TRIGGER Software Trigger is an application running on mobile device. Serving as a real trigger key, it always floats on top of all other programs for convenient trigger control of the bardcode scanner; by tapping and holding this virtual button, the device will keep casting a red beam to scan the...
  • Page 192 RS51 Mobile Computer LAUNCH SOFTWARE TRIGGER Software Trigger Please follow the steps below to launch and tap on the app “ ” App Drawer Software Trigger 1) Go to to enter the main screen. 2) Select the size of the virtual trigger button:...
  • Page 193 CipherLab Utilities 3) Tap “ ” to enable the button. You can check “ ” Start Auto start software trigger after startup to have this application automatically launch right after the device starts up. Tap on “Start” to enable the button.
  • Page 194 RS51 Mobile Computer EXIT SOFTWARE TRIGGER application screen, and tap “ ”. Software Trigger Stop To disable this virtual trigger button, enter Tap to quit “Software Trigger”. VERSION INFORMATION Software Trigger To check the current version of , please tap on the more button on the action bar and select “...

  • Page 195: Wmds Agent & Wmds Installer

    CipherLab Utilities 6.13. WMDS AGENT & WMDS INSTALLER WMDS (Wireless Mobile Deployment System) for Android is a windows-based server program Android Deployment Configurator that can deploy the configuration projects (created by ) to Android devices through wireless network. The preloaded application “...

  • Page 196: Specifications

    RS51 Mobile Computer SPECIFICATIONS PLATFORM, PROCESSOR & MEMORY Operating System & CPU OS Version Android 11 with GMS Certified Qcta-core 1.8GHz Memory 16GB Expansion Slot One Micro SD card slot (up to 32GB for SDHC; up to 64GB for SDXC...

  • Page 197: Communication & Data Capture

    Specifications COMMUNICATION & DATA CAPTURE Communication USB Client USB 2.0 OTG WPAN Bluetooth Class II, v4.1 and v2.1+EDR (2402~2480 MHz: 3.3dBm) WLAN 802.11 b/g/n and 802.11 a/ac/n networking (2412~2472 MHz: 18.34dBm 5180~5240MHz: 21.06dBm, 5260~5320MHz: 21.46dBm, 5500~5700MHz: 21.90dBm, 5745~5825MHz: 14.30dBm (USA only) ) Operations in the 5.15-5.35GHz band are retricted to indoor usage only.
  • Page 198 RS51 Mobile Computer Data & Image Capture Digital Camera Autofocus 13 megapixels with user-controllable LED flash Barcode Reader 2D Imager HF RFID 13.56 MHz (-18.18 dBuA/m at 10m) frequency which supports ISO14443A, ISO14443B, ISO15693, Felica HF RFID Reader Supports NFC (Peer-to-Peer, Card Reader, Card Emulation)

  • Page 199: Electrical Characteristics

    Specifications ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Batteries Main Battery Pack Replaceable and rechargeable 3.8V 4000mAh/3.75V 5300mAh Li-ion battery, full charging 4.35V Minimum charging time: 4 hours @25 (4000mAh) 6 hours @25 (5300mAh) For the first time charging the main battery, please charge it for at least 8 to 12 hours.

  • Page 200: Physical Characteristics

    RS51 Mobile Computer PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS Color Touch Screen Display 4.7” LCD, Corning Gorilla Glass Display touch supports bare/wet/gloved finger and stylus inputs Resolution HD (720x 1280 pixels) Notifications Status LED A Ttri-color (white, green, & red) LED indicators signaling charging and data capturing status...

  • Page 201: Environmental Characteristics

    Specifications ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS Temperature Operating to 50 to 122 ) Storage to 70 (-22 to 158 ) Charging to 45 to 113 ) Humidity Relative humidity 5% to 85% (Sharp temperature change, dewing, or freezing not allowed) Resistance Impact Resistance Multiple drops onto concrete at 1.8 m (6 ft.) on all six sides Tumble Test 500 tumbles (1000 drops/hits) at 1 meter...

  • Page 202: Programming Support

    RS51 Mobile Computer PROGRAMMING SUPPORT Development Environment & Tools JAVA Environment Android studio Software Development Kit: JAR Environment: Visual Studio Software Development Kit: DLL (Xamarin Library) Software & Utilities Software Package Reader Config Software Trigger Mobile Deployment Suite for Android...

  • Page 203: Application Menu

    Manages contact information, and shares or exports/imports Contacts the information to other devices or SD card. Device Health A CipherLab built-in app for detecting the battery health status Dashboard and showing the storage & RAM information of the device.
  • Page 204 RS51 Mobile Computer Icon Name Description An Android built-in application for a file storage and Drive synchronization service created by Google. A one-to-one video call application developed by Google. Enterprise Settings An application to control how the physical keypad works.
  • Page 205 Appendix I Icon Name Description Settings Opens settings to configure the mobile computer. A simple and easy application which transforms your device Signature Capture into a signature pad. An application for quickly open or close virtual keyboard by SIP Controller tapping on the floating button.

  • Page 206: Open Source License

    RS51 Mobile Computer APPENDIX II OPEN SOURCE LICENSE The Reader Config involves the Android-serialport-api project of Apache License Version 2.0, January 2004. http://www.apache.org/licenses/ TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR USE, REPRODUCTION, AND DISTRIBUTION 1. Definitions. "License" shall mean the terms and conditions for use, reproduction, and distribution as defined by Sections 1 through 9 of this document.
  • Page 207 Appendix II "Work" shall mean the work of authorship, whether in Source or Object form, made available under the License, as indicated by a copyright notice that is included in or attached to the work (an example is provided in the Appendix below). "Derivative Works"...
  • Page 208 RS51 Mobile Computer 3. Grant of Patent License. Subject to the terms and conditions of this License, each Contributor hereby grants to You a perpetual, worldwide, non-exclusive, no-charge, royalty-free, irrevocable (except as stated in this section) patent license to make, have made, use, offer to...
  • Page 209 Appendix II 5. Submission of Contributions. Unless You explicitly state otherwise, any Contribution intentionally submitted for inclusion in the Work by You to the Licensor shall be under the terms and conditions of this License, without any additional terms or conditions. Notwithstanding the above, nothing herein shall supersede or modify the terms of any separate license agreement you may have executed with Licensor regarding such Contributions.

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