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USB-C cable and charger, international plug heads, and T6 screw driver A barcode scanner and a sub-meter GNSS antenna are expansion options. 1.1 The Anatomy of the Archer 4 J Fingerprint Sensor A Power Button K Programmable Key P2...
1.1.2 USB-C Port A USB-C Port 1.1.3 Optional Expansion Pods B Barcode Window (optional) C GNSS Antenna 1.2 Perform Initial Tasks When you receive your Archer 4, perform the tasks outlined in this section before the first use. Getting Started...
2. Remove the door. If the hand strap has been installed, loosen it from the top mounting loop to remove the battery door. CAUTION: The Archer 4 is not sealed against water and dust when the battery door is not installed. Getting Started...
Archer 4 User Manual 1.2.2 Install/Remove the SIM/SD Card(s) If you are using a nano SIM card and/or a micro SD card, install them now, before you install the battery pack, or at another time. To insert or remove a card orient the card(s) as depicted in the image on the battery compartment label.
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Archer 4 User Manual 2. Insert the three tabs on the battery door into the slots around the lower hand strap mounting loop. 3. Working from the bottom of the door toward door locks, press the door tabs along the sides of the door into place.
2. Position the upper hand strap mounting loop over the expansion pod attachment. 3. Press the tabs into the slots. 4. Use the two screws to screw in the upper hand strap mounting loop to the Archer 4. TORX T6 Getting Started...
6. Thread the Velcro through the upper mounting loop. Fold the Velcro back over the upper mounting loop and affix to itself. 1.2.6 Power on, Power off, or Restart To power on your Archer 4, 1. Press and hold the power key for 3 seconds. Getting Started...
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Archer 4 User Manual 2. Swipe up to reveal the Home Screen. To power off, 1. Press both power and volume up. 2. Tap Power Off. If you want to restart the handheld, tap Restart instead of Power Off. Getting Started...
PC and Archer 4. With file transfer set, you can move an apk file from your PC to your Archer 4. Once the apk file is saved on your handheld, open it to complete the installation process.
Press and hold the power button to activate the digital assistant. 2.5 Programmable Keys The Archer 4 has two keys that you can program from Settings > Programmable Keys. By default the P1 key displays the Home screen. The P2 key shows the apps that you have used recently (App Select function).
2.7.3 Disable or Enable the Touchscreen The touchscreen on the Archer 4 can be disabled. This is useful when you are running an app and you want to see the screen while avoiding accidental touchscreen activation.
When you opt to hot swap your battery, the handheld screen will dim and a notification will display. CAUTION: Do not power the Archer 4 with a USB charger and cable while replacing or removing the primary battery. 2.8.2 Charging the Battery Pack The Li-Ion battery pack is charged most efficiently at room temperature (68°F or 20°C), but it will still charge at any...
Check the stored battery after three months. If the battery is discharged below 30%, charge it to at least 30%. When you are ready to power on the Archer 4, 1. Replace the battery pack. 2. Plug in the USB charger and cable and connect it to the Archer 4.
2.10 Data Storage Options 2.10.1 Flash Data Storage The Archer 4 has 128 GB of internal flash data storage. You can see how much storage is available and how it is being used (storing apps or images, for example) from Settings >...
To calibrate the compass, Open an app that uses the compass. 2. Move the Archer 4 around in the air so that it is oriented in different directions and angles. An effective method is to move the handheld back and forth making a sideways figure eight for approximately 10 seconds.
Archer 4 User Manual 1. Turn on both devices. 2. Swipe down from the top of the Archer 4 screen. 3. Long tap Bluetooth. 4. From Connected Devices, tap ■ Pair new to pair a device for the first time.
Wi-Fi can also be accessed from Settings > Network & internet > Internet, where you can access additional information. ■ Tap the network the Archer 4 is currently connected to view additional information like modify network. 2.14 Cellular Networking The Archer 4 has a built-in cellular networking to connect to 4G LTE and 5G cellular networks (WWAN).
Position data, whether provided by Android Location Services or the built in dual-frequency GNSS receiver works with the handheld positioned in portrait or landscape view. The accuracy will be slightly better when the Archer 4 is held in portrait view. 2.16.1 GNSS Accuracy The built-in GNSS receiver provides 2–5 meter accuracy.
Location Tagging in the camera app settings. 2.18 Fingerprint Scanner The Archer 4 has a built-in fingerprint scanner on the side of the device, above P2 key. You will be prompted to set it up when you first set up your handheld.
2.19.1 USB-C Cable to PC Share files directly with a PC using a USB-C cable. Once the Archer 4 is connected to the PC with the cable, 1. From Settings > About phone, tap Build Number seven times . (This enables developer mode on the handheld.) 2.
Archer 4 User Manual 3. Optional Expansions This chapter discusses the optional expansions that can be added to the Archer 4. Only one expansion can be added at a time. 3.1 1D/2D Barcode Scanner A 1D/2D barcode scanner can be added to any Archer 4 to easily import barcode data into apps running on the handheld.
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Archer 4 User Manual 5. Route the hand strap through the hand strap mounting loop at the bottom of the barcode scanner expansion, if desired. To use the barcode scanner, 1. Open the Barcode Connector app. 2. Find a barcode to scan (samples below): 3.
Archer 4 User Manual 3.2 Sub-meter GPS/GNSS A sub-meter GPS/GNSS antenna expansion can be added to any Archer 4 to increase the accuracy of GPS/GNSS position data. To install the sub-meter GPS/GNSS expansion, 1. Remove the hand strap and upper mounting loop (if applicable).
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Archer 4 User Manual 3. Attach the expansion with the screws provided. 4. Route the hand strap through the mounting loop at the bottom of the sub-meter GNSS expansion, if desired. To use the sub-meter GNSS antenna, 1. Select U-Blox USB GPS from Settings > Location.
4. Storage, Maintenance, and Recycling Follow the instructions in this chapter to properly store, maintain, and recycle the Archer 4. 4.1 Storing the Archer 4 for More than Two Weeks To store the handheld for two weeks or more, complete the following steps: 1.
4.3 Recycling the Archer 4 and Batteries When the Archer 4 reaches the end of its life, it must not be disposed of with municipal waste. It is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment.
5.1.2 Ninety Day Warranty Juniper warrants the following shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship, under normal intended use, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of shipment: ■...
These may include, but are not limited to, the touchscreen and hands strap (if applicable). This warranty is exclusive and Juniper will not assume and hereby expressly disclaims any further warranties, whether expressed or implied, including, without limitation, any...
5.1.5 Limitation of Liability To the fullest extent allowed by law, obligation of Juniper shall be limited to the repair or replacement of the product. Juniper shall in no event be liable for special, incidental, consequential,...
■ Functional analysis performed after repair ■ Shipping costs to return unit to the customer. Juniper strives to provide continued full repair services for our products for up to five years from the final production date of each product model. However, in some rare cases...
(for a repair or upgrade that is not covered by the standard warranty or an extended warranty policy). 5.4 Extended Warranties The Archer 4 can be warranted up to 5 years (including the standard warranty period) through the purchase of an extended warranty.
5.5 System Information for your Archer 4 When you contact a repair center, you need some unique system ID information for your Archer 4 (serial number, model number, etc.). It can be obtained from Settings > About phone, tap phone to see the serial number.
Archer 4 User Manual 6. Product Warnings Follow the warnings in this chapter to use the Archer 4 and accessories safely. 6.1 Battery Warnings CAUTION: This device comes with a lithium ion rechargeable battery pack. To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or expose the battery pack to fire.
18 W will work. The USB charger and cable must be certified or listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory. The USB charger and cable provided with the Archer 4 meets these criteria. 6.3 Certifications and Standards 6.3.1 United States...
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Archer 4 User Manual harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
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Archer 4 User Manual Radio Frequency Exposure Information (SAR) This device meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves. This device is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S.
Archer 4 User Manual minimum of 1.0 cm from the body. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. If you do not use a body-worn accessory and are not holding the device at the ear, position the handset a minimum of 1.0 cm from your body when the device is...
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Archer 4 User Manual device. These accessories should not contain metallic components. It is possible that the accessories used close to the body that do not meet these requirements are not consistent with the SAR limits and it is advisable to avoid using them.
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Archer 4 User Manual L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: 1. l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et 2. l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
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Archer 4 User Manual utilisés près du corps qui ne répondent pas à ces exigences ne sont pas compatibles avec les limites SAR et il est conseillé d’éviter de les utiliser. Dispositif WLAN 5GHZ Précautions: 1. les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation...
Archer 4 User Manual 6.3.3 European Union CE Marking Products bearing the CE marking comply with EU Directive 2014/53/EU. Declaration of Conformity The Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking is available at: http://www.junipersys.com/doc. Radio Frequency Exposure A minimum separation distance of 0.5 cm must be maintained between the user’s body and the device,...
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Archer 4 User Manual 5G Wi-Fi Restriction Operations in the 5.15-5.35GHz band are restricted to indoor usage only. AT BE BG CH CY CZ DE DK EE EL ES FR HR HU IE LT LU LV MT NL NO PL PT RO RS SE...
Archer 4 User Manual 7. Archer 4 Rugged Handheld Specifications FEATURE SPECIFICATION Operating ■ Android™ 14 GMS System GMS (Google ■ EDLA Certified Mobile Services) Processor ■ Qualcomm 4490 octa-core up to 2.4 Memory (RAM) ■ 8 GB Internal Storage ■...
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■ Meets MIL-STD-810H test procedures: with the following methods: ■ 500.6 Low Pressure ■ 501.7 High Temperature ■ 502.7 Low Temperature ■ 503.7 Temperature Shock ■ 506.6 Rain, ■ 507.6 Humidity, ■ 510.7 Sand and Dust, ■ 512.6 Shock Archer 4 Rugged Handheld Specifications...
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■ California Prop 65 ■ TSCA ■ Bluetooth SIG ■ RCM ■ Japan Radio (TELEC,JATE) ■ Brazil ANATEL ■ SCIP ■ Canada Prohibition ■ ERP,CEC,DOE ■ PTCRB ■ Global Certification Forum (GCF) ■ AT&T BYOD authorized Archer 4 Rugged Handheld Specifications...
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(–30° to 60° C) ■ Optional barcode scanner: -4° to 122° F (-20° to 50° C) Warranties ■ 24 months for Archer 4 ■ 90 days for accessories ■ Extended service and maintenance plans *Accuracy is subject to observation conditions, multipath environment, number of satellites in view, satellite geometry, and ionospheric activity.
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■ T-6 screw driver ■ Quick Start Guide ■ User Manual: Available in English, French, German, Spanish, and Brazilian Portuguese (available at Junipersys.com/support) ■ Two-year warranty on Archer 4 Optional ■ Replacement 4500 or 8300 mAh Accessories batteries ■ Replacement USB charger and cables ■...
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