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Status: July 2022 Proviso: Subject to technical changes. Changes, mistakes and printing errors do not substantiate any claim to damages. Content Pages English 1-60 BARTEC GmbH Max-Eyth-Straße 16 Fon: +49 7931 597-0 Support: em-support@bartec.com 97980 Bad Mergentheim Fax: +49 7931 597-119 Download: http://automation.bartec.de...
MC27 - Mobile Computer Table of content Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Basic safety information ........................1 Information on this Quick Start Guide ................1 1.1.1 Languages ........................2 1.1.2 Changes in the document ....................2 1.1.3 Registered trademarks ..................... 2 Handling the product ......................2 Intended use ........................
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MC27 - Mobile Computer Table of content Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Technical data ............................. 18 Explosion protection ....................... 18 Features ......................... 19 5.2.1 Performance features ..................... 19 5.2.2 Physical features ......................19 5.2.3 User environment ......................20 5.2.4 Data transmission WiFi ....................20 5.2.5 Wireless WAN Data &...
The BARTEC company reserves the right to carry out technical changes at any time. In no event will BARTEC company be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use or application of this Quick Start Guide.
1.1.2 Changes in the document BARTEC reserves the right to change the content of this document without notification. No warranty is assumed for the correctness of the information. In cases of doubt, the German safety instructions apply because it is not possible to rule out errors of translation or printing.
MC27 - Mobile Computer Basic safety information Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Intended use 1.3.1 Exclusive purpose The Mobile Computer series is a handheld piece of electrical equipment. It serves the purpose of the mobile recording, processing and/or radio transmission of data within hazardous areas.
Repairs to explosion-protected devices may only be performed by authorized personnel with original spare parts and according to the state of the art. Therefore all repairs to the Mobile Computer have to conducted by BARTEC. Contact information and instructions for repair requests and processing can be found at: https://www.bartec.de/en/service/automation-enterprise-mobility/...
The information contained herein refers to the explosion-protected version of the Mobile Computer MC27 -NI. This Quick Start Guide contains all important information on the subject of explosion protection. Further product information on handling and commissioning can be found on the BARTEC support page: https://automation.bartec.de/indexE.htm Subject to technical changes. 5/60...
Co-applicable documents All documents are available online from the following websites: BARTEC: www.bartec.com or http://automation.bartec.de/indexE.htm ZEBRA: www.zebra.com In the event of an overlaps with Zebra, the instructions of BARTEC apply. Document BARTEC Explanation Quick Start Guide This Quick Start Guide describes the safety-...
4" Color Display with 800 x 480 Pixel resolution Memory 3 GB Mass storage 32 GB The MC27 -NI is delivered by BARTEC according to the Operating system currently available Android version (for details see data sheet). GSM/UMTS/LTE WLAN IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/d/h/i/r/k/v Bluetooth Class 2, v5.0, Low Energy (BLE)
Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Regulatory information All BARTEC devices are designed to be compliant with the rules and regulations in locations they are sold and will be labeled as required. Any changes or modifications to BARTEC equipment, not expressly approved by BARTEC, could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
The device complies with internationally recognized standards covering human exposure to electromagnetic fields. Use only BARTEC tested and approved accessories to ensure RF exposure compliance. The use of third-party accessories may not comply with RF exposure compliance requirements and should be avoided.
Standard battery – Type B7-A2Z0-0081 (3.6 V / 3300 mAh) BARTEC approved rechargeable batteries are designed and constructed to the highest standards within the industry. However, there are limitations as to how long a battery can operate or be stored before needing replacement.
MC27 - Mobile Computer Regulatory information Type B7-A2N*-****/******** 2.3.2 Battery Safety Guidelines IMPORTANT – SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING When using this product basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: The area in which the units are charged should be clear of debris and combustible materials or chemicals.
CE-Marking and European Economic Area (EEA) 2.4.1 Statement of Compliance BARTEC hereby declares that this radio equipment is in compliance with Directives 2014/53/EU and 2011/65/EU. Any radio operation limitations within EEA countries are identified in the EU Declaration of Conformity.
MC27 - Mobile Computer Regulatory information Type B7-A2N*-****/******** 2.5.2 Radio Frequency Interference Requirements – Canada Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada ICES-003 Compliance Label: CAN ICES-3([B])/NMB-3([B]) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference;...
MC27 - Mobile Computer Regulatory information Type B7-A2N*-****/******** 2.5.4 UL Listed Products with GPS/Marquage UL des produits équipés d'un GPS Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) has not tested the performance or reliability of the Global Positioning System (GPS) hardware, operating software, or other aspects of this product.
The MC27 -NI is a tough Mobile Computer with 4" color display, which has been designed for use in the industrial environments and especially developed by BARTEC in close cooperation with ZEBRA for use in hazardous areas. Purpose of use The Mobile Computer MC27 -NI are handheld electrical devices.
MC27 - Mobile Computer Structure Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Structure Indicates data capture status. Data Capture LED Indicates battery charging status while charging and app generated Charging/Notification LED notifications. Displays all information needed to operate the device. Touch Screen Initiates data capture (programmable). Scan Button The 34-key keypad includes a power key, application keys, scroll keys, and function keys.
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MC27 - Mobile Computer Structure Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Press to remove the battery. Battery Lock Alignment feature/ Use to help guide the USB-C connector into one of the charging base stations Latch recess Provides power to the device. Battery Underneth of the battery are the slots for the cards. 1x Card slot for Nano SIM card ...
MC27 - Mobile Computer Technical data Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Technical data Explosion protection ATEX Zone 2 / 22 Type B7-A2N*-****/******** MC27 Labelling II 3G Ex ic IIB T4 Gc II 3D Ex ic IIIC T130°C Dc IP64 -20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ +50 °C Test certificate EPS 22 ATEX 1 012 X Standards...
Features 5.2.1 Performance features Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 Octa-core, 1.8 GHz Operating system The MC27 -NI is delivered by BARTEC according to the currently available Android version (for details see data sheet). Delivered as GMS (Google Mobility Services) version ...
MC27 - Mobile Computer Technical data Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Interactive sensor technology Light Sensor: Automatically adjusts display backlight brightness Motion Sensor: 3-axis accelerometer with MEMS Gyro Proximity sensor: Automatically detects when the user places the handset against head during a phone call to disable display and touch input Accelerometer: Measures the linear...
MC27 - Mobile Computer Technical data Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Security and Encryption WEP (40 or 104 bit); WPA/WPA2 Personal (TKIP und AES); WPA3 Personal (SAE); WPA/WPA2 Enterprise (TKIP und AES); WPA3 Enterprise (AES) — EAP-TTLS (PAP, MSCHAP, MSCHAPv2), EAP-TLS, PEAPv0- MSCHAPv2, PEAPv1-EAP-GTC, LEAP und EAP-PWD;...
MC27 - Mobile Computer Technical data Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Voice Communications Optional Push-to-Talk (PTT) Express¹ Mobility DNA software application for instant PTT walkie-talkie style calls inside the four walls. Optional Workforce Connect Push-to-Talk (PTT) Pro² Mobility DNA easy-to-deploy, cost-effective subscription-based software application that provides instant PTT walkie-talkie style calls inside and outside the four walls via an easy-to-deploy subscription service.
MC27 - Mobile Computer Technical data Type B7-A2N*-****/******** 5.2.9 NFC/HF RFID Reader NFC/HF RFID is a short-range wireless connectivity technology standard that enables a secure transaction between a reader and a contactless smartcard. The technology is based on ISO/IEC 14443 type A and B (proximity) ISO/IEC 15693 (vicinity) standards, using the HF 13.56 MHz unlicensed band.
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MC27 - Mobile Computer Technical data Type B7-A2N*-****/******** SE4100-SR supports following Symbologies/Barcodes: Barcode Class Symbology/Barcode Chinese 2 of 5, Codabar, Code 11, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, Discrete 2 of 5, EAN-13, EAN-8, Interleaved 2 of 5, MSI, 1D Barcodes UPCA, UPCE, UPCE1, ISBN/Bookland, ISSN, Coupon Code, Matrix 2 of 5 Australian Post, Aztec Code, Canada Postal, Composite AB,...
MC27 - Mobile Computer Technical data Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Battery The life of the battery will depend on different use factors and the device settings, e.g.: Use and setting of WLAN/Bluetooth Background lighting/screensaver The settings in power management Use and setting of scanner ...
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MC27 - Mobile Computer Technical data Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Product labelling 5.5.1 Mobile Computer Type label Marking Marking Subject to technical changes. 27/60 July 2022...
Replace the battery if the operating time has shortened considerably. The standard warranty period for all BARTEC batteries is six months, whereby it is irrelevant whether the battery was acquired separately or was contained in the scope of the delivery of the Mobile Computer.
MC27 - Mobile Computer Commissioning Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Commissioning DANGER Avoid electrostatic charging in hazardous areas. Danger to life in explosive atmosphere! Do not dry wipe or clean the devices. Wear suitable clothing and shoes. Do not use rubber gloves or similar. ...
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Do not short circuit the battery! Accessories Only install or replace accessories outside hazardous areas. User accessories exclusively which have been tested or certified by BARTEC for this purpose. The end user can replace Battery, Screen protector and Cover for battery lock.
MC27 - Mobile Computer Commissioning Type B7-A2N*-****/******** First steps Unpack the Mobile Computer. Insert and charge the battery into the Mobile Computer. charge the battery and then insert it into the Mobile Computer. Use one of the following accessories to charge: Charging process Battery Description...
Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Operation Handling accessories DANGER Non certified accessories endanger explosion protection. Danger to life exists in hazardous areas! Only use original accessories from BARTEC. Only permitted outside the hazardous areas: Insert/replace nano-SIM card. Insert/replace microSD card. ...
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MC27 - Mobile Computer Operation Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Slide the nano-SIM card holder to the unlock position. Lift the nano-SIM card holder door. Place the nano-SIM card into the card holder with contacts facing down. Close the nano-SIM card holder door and slide to the lock position. The battery door must be replaced and securely seated to ensure proper device sealing.
MC27 - Mobile Computer Operation Type B7-A2N*-****/******** 8.1.2 Insert microSD card ATTENTION Damage to the microSD card through electrostatic discharges! Use an antistatic base. Ensure that the operator is correctly earthed. The end user can freely choose which microSD card to use. These components are not specified in the Ex certificate and are considered harmless.
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MC27 - Mobile Computer Operation Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Insert the microSD card into the card holder door ensuring that the card slides into the holding tabs on each side of the door. Close the microSD card holder door and slide the door to the Lock position. The battery door must be replaced and securely seated to ensure proper device sealing.
The battery (Type B7-A2Z0-0081) may only be inserted/changed outside the hazardous area. Use only batteries which have been tested or certified by BARTEC for this purpose. Insert the battery, top first, into the battery compartment in the back of the device.
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Snap the Cover for the battery lock (Type: B7-A2Z0-0087) into place. Change battery - work steps: ATTENTION Incorrect handling may cause damage to property! Use only batteries which have been tested or certified by BARTEC for this purpose. The MC27 -NI has a battery change function when the device is switched on.
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MC27 - Mobile Computer Operation Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Remove the Cover for the battery lock (Type: B7-A2Z0-0087). Press the battery lock inward. Lift the bottom of the battery up and remove it. Insert the replacement battery, top first, into the battery compartment in the back of the device.
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MC27 - Mobile Computer Operation Type B7-A2N*-****/******** 10. Press the battery down until the battery release latch snaps into place. 11. Snap the Cover for the battery lock (Type: B7-A2Z0-0087) into place. 12. Replace the accessory, if required. 13. The device is ready for operation again by pressing the Power key. Subject to technical changes.
DANGER Non certified accessories endanger explosion protection. Danger to life exists in hazardous areas! Only use the Base station from BARTEC with type G7-A0Z0-0059. Charge the battery only outside hazardous areas. Connect the base station to a power source.
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Wall charger - Version: EU with type G7-A0Z0-0057 Charge the battery only outside hazardous areas. Connect the MC27ex-NI with the USB cable. Connect the USB cable either directly to the USB port on the PC or with a Wall charger.
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MC27 - Mobile Computer Operation Type B7-A2N*-****/******** 8.1.4.2 Charging/Notifications-LED The device’s Charging/Notification LED indicates the status of the battery charging in the device. The Standard Battery charges in approximately 3 hours (from fully depleted to 90%). State Indication Device is not charging. ...
Requirements in hazardous areas. DANGER Non certified accessories endanger explosion protection. Danger to life exists in hazardous areas! Only use the 4-slot battery charging station from BARTEC with type G7-A0Z0-0062 Charge the battery only outside hazardous areas. Connect the 4-slot battery charging station to a power source.
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MC27 - Mobile Computer Operation Type B7-A2N*-****/******** 8.1.5.2 Charging LED The device’s Charging/Notification LED indicates the status of the battery charging in the device. The Battery charges in approximately 3 hours (from fully depleted to 90%). Each battery charging LED indicates the status of the charging process in each slot. State Indication Solid yellow...
DANGER Non certified accessories endanger explosion protection. Danger to life exists in hazardous areas! Only use the Hand strap from BARTEC with type B7-A2Z0-0082. To install the Hand strap on the device: Install or replace the handstrap only outside hazardous areas.
DANGER Non certified accessories endanger explosion protection. Danger to life exists in hazardous areas! Only use the Scan handle from BARTEC with type B7-A2Z0-0083. To insert the device into the Scan handle – using the Hand strap mount: Install the MC27 -NI into the Scan handle only outside hazardous areas.
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MC27 - Mobile Computer Operation Type B7-A2N*-****/******** To insert the device into the Scan handle – using the battery finger scop: Install the MC27 -NI into the Scan handle only outside hazardous areas. Align the battery finger scoop with the recess on the Scan handle. Rotate the Scan handle down to grab the device.
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MC27 - Mobile Computer Operation Type B7-A2N*-****/******** To remove the device from the Scan handle: 1. Only remove the MC27 -NI from the Scan handle outside of the hazardous area. 2. Rotate the Scan handle toward the top of the device and lift up to remove. Alternative: Rotate the Scan handle toward the bottom of the device and lift up to remove.
DANGER Non certified accessories endanger explosion protection. Danger to life exists in hazardous areas! Only use the Protective cover from BARTEC with following type B7-A2Z0-0083. For Mobile Computer without Scan handle - Type B7-A2Z0-0084 For Mobile Computer with Scan handle - Type B7- A2Z0-0085...
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MC27 - Mobile Computer Operation Type B7-A2N*-****/******** To insert the device into the Protective Cover - Mobile Computer with Scan handle: Slide the top of the device into the top of the Protective Cover. 2. Grasp the bottom of the Protective cover and place over the bottom of the device. To function properly, remove the entire Protective Cover from the device before placing the device in a Base station.
Non certified accessories endanger explosion protection. Danger to life exists in hazardous areas! Only use the Screen protector from BARTEC with type B7-A2Z0-0086. Clean the screen with the alcohol wipe, and then use the microfiber cloth to make it clean and dry.
MC27 - Mobile Computer Operation Type B7-A2N*-****/******** 4. Slowly press the squeegee from the middle of the screen and out toward the edges to remove the remaining bubbles. 8.1.10 Using the touch screen The touch screen can be operated using the following methods. ...
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MC27 - Mobile Computer Operation Type B7-A2N*-****/******** 3. Select “Advanced“ in the menu. 4. Select “Touch panel mode“ in the menu. 5. Set the “Touch Mode“ for your input method. Glove and Finger (screen protector off), to operate the screen with fingers or glove. ...
MC27 - Mobile Computer Operation Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Scanning - Barcode Use the internal 1D/2D imager to capture barcode data. 8.2.1 Scanning Ensure that an application is open on the Mobile C and a text field is in focus (text cursor in text field). Point the top of the device at a barcode.
MC27 - Mobile Computer Operation Type B7-A2N*-****/******** “Picklist Mode” with Multiple Barcodes In Picklist Mode, the scan engine only decodes barcodes that are aligned under the laser crosshair or LED aiming point. It allows the user to select and scan a single barcode from an array of barcodes.
MC27 - Mobile Computer Operation Type B7-A2N*-****/******** 8.2.3 Datawegde The Zebra DataWedge application is preinstalled on the Mobile Computer. The application is freeware. For more information on DataWedge, see: https://www.zebra.com/us/en/products/software/mobile-computers/datawedge.html Guide to DataWedge: https://techdocs.zebra.com/ The DataWedge is a utility that adds advanced barcode scanning capabilities to any application without writing code.
MC27 - Mobile Computer Operation Type B7-A2N*-****/******** Scanning – RFID NFC/HF NFC/HF RFID is a short-range wireless connectivity technology standard that enables a secure transaction between a reader and a contactless smartcard. The technology is based on ISO/IEC 14443 type A and B (proximity) ISO/IEC 15693 (vicinity) standards, using the HF 13.56 MHz unlicensed band.
MC27 - Mobile Computer Operation Type B7-A2N*-****/******** 8.3.2 Scan buttons and antenna position A) Trigger button B) Virtual trigger key - in the software application Subject to technical changes. 59/60 July 2022...
Disposal Mobile Computer and accessories contains metallic and plastic parts and electronic components. WEEE registration number of the BARTEC GmbH: DE 95940350 TAs professional electrical devices, our devices are intended exclusively for commercial use, so-called B2B devices, in accordance with the WEEE Directive. The WEEE Directive provides the framework for the treatment of old electrical equipment throughout Europe.
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