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  • Page 1 Rugged Android Tablet PA-301 User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 PA-301 User Guide...

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    PA-301 User’s Guide Safety Information 1. Please read these safety instructions carefully. 2. Please keep this User’s Guide for later reference. 3. Please disconnect this device from the power source before cleaning. Do not use liquid or detergent for cleaning. Use a moist sheet or cloth for cleaning.
  • Page 4 PA-301 User’s Guide 9. Caution on the use of the battery: Use only the battery recommended by the manufacturer or the same type of battery installed by the manufacturer. Incorrect battery may cause explosion or fire hazard. Recycle or discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instruction or your local authorities.
  • Page 5 PA-301 User’s Guide FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT 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 6 PA-301 User’s Guide Labeling requirements This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 7 PA-301 User’s Guide Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC and EMC directive 2004/108/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC and EMC directive 2004/108/EC: ...
  • Page 8 PA-301 User’s Guide Safety of information technology equipment  EN 302 291-1/-2  EN 300 440-1/-2  EN 300 328  EN 301 893  EN 301 489-1/-3/-17  EN 62311 This device is a 2.4GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver),...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Optional: Internal Module............17       1.3. Tablet ID..................18     Chapter 2. System Setup ..........21     2.1. Exploring Your PA-301.............. 21     2.1.1. Front View................22     2.1.2. Rear View ................25     2.1.3.
  • Page 10 2.3.2. Finger Gestures ..............37     2.3.3. Home Screens ............... 38     2.4. Connect the PA-301 to Other Devices........39     2.4.1. Connecting a USB Device ............. 39     2.4.2. Connecting an HD Display............. 40  ...
  • Page 11 PA-301 User’s Guide     5.2. Maintaining the LCD Display ............ 46     5.3. Cleaning the PA-301..............46     Chapter 6. Troubleshooting ..........48...

  • Page 12: Chapter 1. General Information

    7” LED-backlit LCD display and runs on Google Android operating system. PA-301 has been engineered and tested to meet Military Standards for Environmental Extremes (MIL STD 810G). The following features make it exceptionally rugged, durable and ideal for the rigors of field work: ...

  • Page 13: Specifications

    5 MP AF rear camera with LED flash  Programmable physical buttons 1.2. Specifications The PA-301 rugged tablet PC is a flexible, multi-functional flat tablet. The following specifications can be applied in diverse operational environments and implemented in multi-faceted applications.

  • Page 14: Main System

    1.2.1. Main System ™ Platform Android 4.0.4 (ICS) ® OMAP Platform (OMAP4470 dual-core, 1.5GHz) System Memory 2GB LPDDRII memory Storage 1 x 32GB Flash eMMC LCD Panel 7” LED Backlight Screen 7” WXGA (1280x800) 350nits LCD + T/P(sunlight readable technology) Touch Panel Two-point capacitive touch screen Audio...

  • Page 15: I/O Interface

    PA-301 User’s Guide 1.2.2. I/O Interface External 1 x USB 2.0 type A 1 x RS-232 DB9 1 x RJ45 10/100 ethernet 1 x audio jack for stereo headphone & microphone 1 x Internal Speaker 1 x Internal Microphone 1 x micro SD...

  • Page 16: Power Management

    1.2.4. Power Management Power Adapter Universal AC 100V ~ 240V, 50~60Hz Input; 19VDC@3.42A, 65W ‧Internal Smart Li-ion Battery: 2900mAh, 7.5V Battery ‧External Smart Lithium Polymer Battery: 4200mAh, 7.4V(option) 1.2.5. Environment Operating -20°C to +50°C Temperature (MIL-STD-810G Method 501.5 and 502.5) -30°C to +70°C Storage Temperature...
  • Page 17 PA-301 User’s Guide Resistance...

  • Page 18: Material

    1.2.6. Material Chassis Rugged Tablet Form Factor Enclosure PC/ABS Plastic, PC/ABS and TPU Double Injection with Protective Rubber Grips Set Dimensions 225 x 168 x 26.5mm (without rubber corner (W x H x D mm) bumper) Weight Approximate 950kg (with internal battery) 1.2.7.

  • Page 19: Optional: Internal Module

    PA-301 User’s Guide 1.2.9. Optional: Internal Module Barcode Scanner Decoded Mode 1. 1D Symbologies : EAN/UPC, RSS, Code 39, Code 128, UCC/EAN 128, ISBN, ISBT, Interleaved, Matrix, Industrial and Standard 2 of 5, Codabar, Code 93/93i, Code 11, MSI, Plessey, Telepen, postal codes.

  • Page 20: Tablet Id

    1.3. Tablet ID...
  • Page 21 PA-301 User’s Guide...

  • Page 23: Chapter 2. System Setup

    2.1. Exploring Your PA-301 Before starting to set up the PA-301, familiarize yourself with the controls, connectors and I/O ports, which are illustrated in the figures below. When placed upright, the front panel of the PA-301 appears as shown in below.

  • Page 24: Front View

    PA-301 User’s Guide 2.1.1. Front View PA-301 Front View Item Description 1. 1.2MP camera Captures images, records videos, and have video chats. Transmits images instantly through a network for conferencing. 2. Digital microphone Receives sound and voice when used with the...
  • Page 25 PA-301 User’s Guide Item Description built-in camera. 3. FN button Switch F1~F4 to another setting 4. F1~F4 Buttons User can program the hot key 5. Protective rubber Protects the system from vibration or shock. 6. NFC active area NFC active area 7.
  • Page 26 PA-301 User’s Guide Item Description 8. Power LED Informs you of the current power status. indicator 9. Wi-Fi LED Shows the current Wi-Fi connection status. indicator Power LED Definitions Green The battery is fully charged. Amber Battery capacity is less than 15%.

  • Page 27: Rear View

    PA-301 User’s Guide 2.1.2. Rear View PA-301 Rear View Item Description 1. 5MP camera Captures images, record videos, and have video chats. Transmits images instantly through a network for conferencing. 2. Speaker Delivers sound and audio output for multimedia presentations or listening pleasure.
  • Page 28 PA-301 User’s Guide Item Description 4. Stylus For entering information or selecting items onscreen. 5. External Smart External Lithium Polymer Battery: 4200mAh, Battery 7.4V...

  • Page 29: Right View

    PA-301 User’s Guide 2.1.3. Right View PA-301 Right View Item Description 6. Micro USB OTG Connects USB devices like mouse, keyboard, port and others to the device. 7. 3.5mm headphone Connects an external 3.5mm 4-conductor TRRS jack (stereo-plus-mic) headphone for personal listening and sound recording.
  • Page 30 PA-301 User’s Guide Item Description 11. DC-jack socket Connects the device to an AC power adapter to supply continuous power during use and battery recharging.

  • Page 31: Left View

    PA-301 User’s Guide 2.1.4. Left View PA-301 Left View Item Description 1. Ethernet port Connect to network by Ethernet protocol 2. RS232 port Connect to device by RS232 protocol 3. USB type-A port Connect to USB some client peripheral. 4. I/O ports door...

  • Page 32: Bottom View

    PA-301 User’s Guide 2.1.5. Bottom View PA-301 Bottom View Item Description 1. Docking connector Extends the capabilities of the device by allowing connection to other peripherals.

  • Page 33: Preparing For Installation

    PA-301 User’s Guide 2.2. Preparing for Installation The PA-301 rugged tablet PC is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This section describes the installation steps you should follow to get the system running as quickly as possible.

  • Page 34: Connect The Device To Power

    PA-301 User’s Guide 2.2.1. Connect the Device to Power The AC adapter provides external power source to your system and charges the internal battery at the same time. The AC adapter has an auto-switching design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets.

  • Page 35: Insert A Micro Sd Card

    PA-301 User’s Guide 2.2.2. Insert a Micro SD Card Use a micro SD card to store photos, music, videos and other files. WARNING: Remove all power from the device before installing or removing a micro SD card. To insert a micro SD card: 1.
  • Page 36 PA-301 User’s Guide To remove a micro SD card: 1. Open the I/O ports door. 2. Gently push the micro SD card. The micro SD is slightly ejected from the slot. 3. Remove the micro SD card.

  • Page 37: Restore Factory Settings

    PA-301 User’s Guide 2.2.3. Restore Factory Settings Restore the device to factory settings before using it. You may also restore factory settings if the device encounters a persistent problem, or if you want to pass the device to someone else.

  • Page 38: Turn On The Device

    PA-301 User’s Guide 2.2.4. Turn On the Device To turn the device on: Press the Power button until the home screen is displayed. To turn the device off: 1. Press the Power button until the power off prompt shows. 2. Tap OK to turn off the device, or tap Cancel to keep the device turned...

  • Page 39: Android Settings

    Internet, and more. NOTE: Internet and location-based services may incur fees. Contact your mobile operator or service provider for details. 2.3.2. Finger Gestures The PA-301 features a multi-touch display for easy input and control through finger gestures. Item Description To select apps or input data using the virtual 1.

  • Page 40: Home Screens

    PA-301 User’s Guide Item Description To swipe vertically, but in quicker, lighter strokes 4. Flick to go through a list or browse a long screen. To use two fingers to zoom in or out of the screen. 5. Pinch 2.3.3. Home Screens Choose from five home screens to personalize your Android experience.

  • Page 41: Connect The Pa-301 To Other Devices

    2.4. Connect the PA-301 to Other Devices 2.4.1. Connecting a USB Device PA-301 comes with a micro USB On The Go (OTG) port, so you can connect other USB devices to it using a micro USB cable. NOTE: The PA-301 does not come with a micro USB cable.

  • Page 42: Connecting An Hd Display

    PA-301 User’s Guide 2.4.2. Connecting an USB Peripheral The USB type-A port connects the PA-301 to a USB client peripheral such as USB pen drive, mouse, keyboard. NOTE: The USB client peripheral may not be supported due to compatibility.. To connect an USB client peripheral: 1.

  • Page 43: Connecting A Headphone

    NOTE: The PA-301 does not come with a headphone. To connect a headphone: 1. Open the I/O ports door. 2. Connect the headphone connector to the audio jack on the PA-301. To remove a headphone: 1. Open the I/O ports door.

  • Page 44: Chapter 3. Special Functions

    PA-301 User’s Guide Chapter 3. Special Functions 3.1. Barcode Scanner PA-301 have the snap-on peripheral for optional barcode scanner function.. To use the barcode scanner: 1. Press the assigned function key to launch the barcode scanner. 2. Align the line onscreen to the middle area of the barcode you want to...

  • Page 45: Rfid Scanner

    PA-301 User’s Guide 3.2. RFID Scanner The device is equipped with a radio frequency identification (RFID) scanner for automatic identification and tracking of tags attached to objects with electronically stored information. RFID Scanner...

  • Page 46: Chapter 4. Connecting To The Internet

    PA-301 User’s Guide Chapter 4. Connecting to the Internet 4.1. Wi-Fi You can access the Internet by connecting to a wireless network via an access point or “hot spot.” To connect to a wireless network: 1. On the Home screen, tap .

  • Page 47: Chapter 5. Maintenance

    Chapter 5. Maintenance Your PA-301 needs occasional cleaning to prolong its life. Please read this section carefully to ensure proper care of PA-301. When it is necessary to clean it, use a soft, lint-free cloth, slightly dampened with a mild detergent solution.
  • Page 48  Do not use paper towels to clean the display screen. Paper can scratch its matte surface. 5.3. Cleaning the PA-301 CAUTION: Turn off the PA-301 and unplug the power adapter before cleaning the PA-301.
  • Page 49 PA-301 User’s Guide Wipe the screen and exterior with a soft, damp cloth moistened only with water.
  • Page 50 PA-301 User’s Guide Chapter 6. Troubleshooting Refer to this resource page for useful information about the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich (ICS) operating system loaded in your tablet. You may also go to the Android ICS page (android.com/about/ice-cream-sandwich/) for more details.
  • Page 51 Q3 How do I transfer contacts from my old SIM to PA-301? Just insert your old SIM card into the SIM card slot of PA-301, and then copy all contacts information using Import from SIM Card function: Contacts >>...
  • Page 52 PA-301 User’s Guide Android 4.0 Face Unlock is a new screen-lock option that lets you unlock your device by using face recognition. Use the front-facing camera to register a face profile during setup in order to use during the unlock process. Just hold your device in front of you (face) to unlock.
  • Page 53 Q8 How do I shut down applications running in the background on Android (Ice Cream Sandwich) PA-301? You can dismiss individual apps running in the background from the Recent Apps list with a swipe of your finger. To dismiss or end apps running in the background follow the steps below: ...
  • Page 54 Q9 How do I remove the browser history on my PA-301? Internet browsers store a list of all the sites you visit called history. If you wish to delete browser history on your Android tablet, use the following steps: ...
  • Page 55  Tap the item you wish to remove, and tap Ok to confirm. Q10 How can I explore files on my PA-301 Android tablet? Although the Android operating system does not come with a native file managing application, there are many on Google Play that will allow you to better manage the space on your tablet’s...
  • Page 56 PA-301 User’s Guide Google's Android operating system makes easy automatically sync your account with their servers. To ensure that your personalized settings and applications are backed up please follow these steps:  Open the Settings application.  Click Privacy on the left menu.
  • Page 57 Q14 Can I connect my PA-301 to a Windows PC via a USB cable? Yes, just open the I/O ports door, then plug-in a micro USB cable at the micro USB On The Go (OTG) port of PA-301 to connect it to a Windows PC.
  • Page 58 PA-301 User’s Guide NOTE: The PA-301 does not come with a micro USB cable. Q15 How do I reset the hardware and software to factory defaults of PA-301? You can reset the hardware software back to factory default configurations and have a fresh start. To do this, you can use the following method: ...
  • Page 59 PA-301 User’s Guide Q16 My PA-301 does not display correct time and date even after adjusting the settings. How can I fix this? Replace the 3V lithium battery with a new one. The device uses a battery to retain system information.
  • Page 60 PA-301 User’s Guide If your PA-301 does not power on, try the following to resolve the issue:  Ensure that the power cord and/or AC adapter are plugged into the computer and that the connection is solid and not loose fitting.
  • Page 61 PA-301 User’s Guide Q20 How do I change the language on my PA-301? Your Android tablet has the option to change the display language. Follow the steps below to change your display language:  Locate and tap the Settings icon.

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