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Page 2: Instruction
PM86 Android 11 User Manual Instruction This manual provides information about basic features and using the PM86. Please read this manual carefully before using your useful handheld terminal. Note: Screenshots in this manual may differ from actual screens. Revision History...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Message ..........................39 MTP Connection with PC ......................40 Manage the Files........................41 Lock the Screen ........................43 Settings ........................... 44 USING THE BUTTONS .................... 46 Screenshot ..........................46 Program buttons........................46 © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 4 Factory Data Reset ......................... 72 ACCESSORIES ....................... 74 Hand Strap ..........................74 Rugged Boot ........................... 77 Gun Handle ..........................80 RF88 (RFID Reader) ....................... 82 Charging Cradle ........................83 SAFETY INFORMATION ..................86 © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 6: Getting Started
Microphone Use for collecting sound I/O connector for cradle Connector for charging and communication with cradle Speaker Ring system sound Touch screen Displays all operating screen Front camera Take a picture © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 7 Control the volume (Programmable button) Scan button (Right) Scan a barcode by pressing (Programmable button) Battery Provide power (battery and battery cover are combined) USB connector USB Type C connector for charging and data communication © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 8: Product Standard Accessories
The following items are in the product box. Accessory Name Battery pack 5V 2A power adapter AC plug USB type C cable LCD protection film Hand strap Note: The images may differ from the actual accessory. © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 9: Install Sd & Sim & Sam Cards
You can find the card slots when removing the battery. Depending on SKU, the equipped card slots are different. Refer to the following table. Figure 3 PM86 Card Slots Wi-Fi SKU LTE SKU LTE + SAM SKU © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 10 After installing or removing cards, place the cover on the card slot(s) and push the edge to close firmly. Notice: Do not throw away the cover. It affects device sealing performance against water, dust, etc. Figure 4 Card slot cover Handle © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 11 Figure 6 Place SD card 4. Close the holder down and gently slide it right to lock the holder. Figure 7 Close SD cardholder 5. Close the card slot cover firmly. © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 12 Figure 9 Place nano SIM card 4. Close the holder down and gently slide it right to lock the holder. Figure 10 Close SIM cardholder 5. Close the card slot cover firmly. © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 13 Getting Started Install SAM card Note: PM86 LTE + SAM SKU includes two SAM slots, on the top and bottom. All directions to open/close the cardholders are opposite each other. In this chapter, the figures indicating the top SAM slot are used.
Page 14: Install & Remove Battery
1. Insert the battery from the bottom side (opposite side of the battery release buttons). Figure 14 Installing battery - 1 2. Push the battery down until it clicks. Confirm that the battery release buttons are completely outward. Figure 15 Installing battery - 2 © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 15 1. Hold the battery release buttons and press in. Figure 16 Removing battery - 1 2. While pressing the battery release button in, pull the battery up. Figure 17 Removing battery - 2 © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 16 Battery hot swap is a feature that allows users to replace the battery without powering off. PM86 supports two types of hot swap mode, Enterprise hot swap, and Legacy hot swap. Basically, the device enters Enterprise hot swap mode. You can change the preferred hot swap mode in EmSettings.
Page 17: Charge The Device
PM86 Android 11 User Manual Getting Started Charge the Device Before using PM86, charge the device enough to use. PM86 can be charged with power adapter or charging cradle. For best charging performance and safety, follow the normal charging temperature.
Page 18 Getting Started Smart Charging PM86 supports three charging modes to provide optimal battery performance for your work. Each mode controls the charging current or the maximum charging level to meet the needs. When the device is charged to the maximum charging level, the device turns to a fully charged state (Power LED lights green.
Page 19 Charge with power adapter 1. Assemble the country plug, power adapter and USB type C cable. 2. Connect the cable to the USB connector on the right side of PM86. 3. Provide power by plugging the power adapter to the wall socket.
Page 20 Getting Started Charging Cradle There are two types of charging cradle for PM86. Single slot (ethernet) cradle (SSC / SEC), 2 slot cradle (PM85 2SC), 4 slot battery cradle (4SBC). The cradles are sold separately. When the device is charging via cradle, the charging animation as below is displayed on the screen. (Refer to...
Page 21: Led Indicator
PM86 Android 11 User Manual Getting Started LED Indicator PM86 has 2 LED indicators above the screen. Figure 20 PM86 LED indicators Indicator Status Indication Solid green Device is completely charged Device is charging Solid red / Battery is low...
Page 22: Turn On / Off The Device
Getting Started Turn On / Off the Device To turn on the device, Press and hold the power button on the left side of the PM86 until SMART BEYOND RUGGED logo displays on the screen. Figure 21 PM86 power button To turn off the device, Press and hold the power button when the display is on until the power menu is shown.
Page 23: Use A Touch Screen
One-finger press, move, lift for scroll or tilt action Pinch Open & Close Two-finger press, move outwards and inwards, lift for zoom in / out action Rotate When PM86 is turning sideways, screen orientation is changing © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 24 Tap to go back to previous screen. Tap to go to home screen. Home button Long-press to launch the Google Assistant. Recent apps button Tap to see the recently used app list. © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 25 Swipe up from the center-bottom of the screen. Back to previous screen Swipe from the left or right edge of the screen. Launch Google Assistant Swipe up from either the left-bottom or right-bottom. © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 26: Learning The Basics
Learning the Basics Setup Wizard When PM86 starts very first time or boot after factory reset, Setup Wizard is launched. Following the steps on the screen, set system language, Google account, Wi-Fi connection and copy the data, etc. Some settings can be skipped, but there may be some restrictions on the use of the system.
Page 27: Home Screen
Long-press to see the application's options Google search Search an item with Google Favorites tray Place the frequently used apps App folder Apps are organized in the folder. Tap to open the App folder © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 28 Cannot recognize battery Battery is charging Alarm is set Location service turned on Vibrate mode Speakerphone turned on Phone mic is mute Scanner turned on, Scanner turned on but trigger turned off © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 29 Notification panel displays a list of all notifications. Tap a notification to respond. To open the Notification panel, drag the Status bar down. To close the panel, swipe it up. Figure 28 Notification panel © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 30 Figure 29 Quick setting panel To edit the configuration of Quick setting panel, 1. Tap on the bottom of the panel. 2. By long-press and dragging the icon, customize the configuration of the panel. © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 31 To create the app folder, long-press an app icon and drag it to another app icon. Figure 30 Create app folder To change the folder name, tap the Edit Name and input a new name. Figure 31 Change app folder name © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 32 1. Long-press an app icon from the App drawer. Then, drag it slightly until the Home screen is shown. 2. Place the app icon in the Favorites tray. Figure 33 Add an app to Favorites tray © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 33 To remove an app or widget in the Home screen, 1. Long-press an app icon or widget. 2. Drag it to Remove area and release. Figure 35 Remove from Home screen © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 34 2. In three menus, select Widgets. Figure 36 Widget menus 3. Among the list, tap and hold a widget you want to add. 4. Place the widget to the Home screen by dragging. © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 35: Call
PM86 Android 11 User Manual Learning the Basics Call Note: Calling is only available on LTE SKU. To make or receive a phone call, SIM card is required. Insert SIM card to PM86 first regarding Install SD & SIM & cards. Making a call 1.
Page 36 Figure 38 Calling screen Icon Function Name Description Mute Mute microphone Keypad Open the keypad Speaker Speakerphone mode Add call Add another call (Enable when receiver answer the phone) © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 37 Answering a call Check the caller’s name and number and tap ANSWER button to answer the phone call. Or tap DECLINE button to decline the phone call. Figure 39 Receiving call © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 38: Contacts
Add a contact via contacts app Navigate to Contacts from App drawer and tap to add a new contact. Figure 40 Add new contact via Contacts Enter the contact details and tap Save. © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 39 Send a message Make a Make a video voice call call Tap to edit this contact to open advanced options such as delete, share, block, etc. Figure 42 Contact advanced options © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 40: Message
1. Launch Message from App drawer. 2. Tap Start Chat and type the receiver’s name or phone number. Figure 43 Message list 3. Input a message. 4. Tap icon to send. © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 41: Mtp Connection With Pc
1. Drag down Status bar and tap Android System notification to change USB preference option. Figure 44 USB connection notification 2. Change the option to File Transfer from No data transfer. Figure 45 USB Preferences © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 42: Manage The Files
PM86 Android 11 User Manual Learning the Basics 3. Now PC can recognize the connected device. Find PM86 device from file explorer of the PC. Figure 46 File explorer on PC Manage the Files Figure 47 FileExplorer main screen Description...
Page 43 Copy / Move to: Copy or move the file to a new location Compress: Create Zip file with the selected files or folders Rename: Rename the file or folder Get info: Display the file information Selected file or folder is highlighted © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 44: Lock The Screen
Swipe: Swipe the lock screen to unlock (Default) Pattern: Draw a pattern to unlock PIN: Input a PIN to unlock (At least 4 digits) Password: Input a password to unlock (At least 4 characters) © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 45: Settings
To adjust sound volume, go to Settings > Sound and control the Media, Call, Alarm volume bars. Figure 52 Volume bars Caution: Using high volume levels for long periods may cause ear strain and increase battery consumption. © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 46 If the font size of the screen is too small or too large, adjust the font size. 1. Go to Settings > Display > Advanced > Font size 2. Referring to the Preview, set the font size Figure 53 Set font size © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 47: Using The Buttons
The screenshot image will be saved to Pictures > Screenshots folder in the internal storage. Program buttons Most buttons on the PM86 except power button can be optimized as you want. To map the button to other functions from default, 1.
Page 48: Camera
Take a picture or recode a video Mode change button Change the Camera or Video mode Set resolution & quality of picture Advanced camera setting Enable / Disable saving location and manual exposure © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 49: Scanner
PM86 Android 11 User Manual Scanner Scanner is placed on the top of the PM86. Optimize the scanner settings for working environment and improve the efficiency. Turn on / off the Scanner The scanner is turned off by default. To turn on the scanner, follow the steps.
Page 50: Scansettings
Enable or disable the TouchScan, which is a software scanner button. Place a scan icon in any position and tap the icon to read a barcode. Figure 59 ScanSettings - TouchScan Figure 58 ScanSettings - Basic © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 51 Clipboard (Ctrl + V) Intent Broadcast Custom Intent  Set Terminator as, None Space Tap & LF Options Enable / Disable the center window, Aimer, Illumination. Figure 60 ScanSettings - Options © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 52 PM86 Android 11 User Manual Scanner Notification Control the beep sound, LED and vibration option when scanning the barcode. Figure 61 ScanSettings - Notification © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 53 Wedge Set below items in Wedge settings  Barcode ID  AIM ID  Group separator  Prefix  Suffix  Character set  Extended Wedge Figure 62 ScanSettings - Wedge © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 54 Configuration extended wedge. Figure 63 ScanSettings - Extended wedge For example, make a rule that add a string “Point Mobile” at the start of decoded data whenever decoding CODE128. 1. Tap Style (1) and select Condition (2).
Page 55 PM86 Android 11 User Manual Scanner 2. Tap Symbologies and select CODE128 among the symbologies. Figure 65 Extended wedge example_2 3. Tap Style (1) and select Actions (2). Figure 66 Extended wedge example_3 © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 56 4. Tap ADD and select Move to start to point the start of the decoded data. Figure 67 Extended wedge example_4 5. Add another action of which action type is Send string. Set value as “Point Mobile”. Figure 68 Extended wedge example_5...
Page 58 Enable or disable the specific symbology or set detail options. By tapping each symbology name to access detail options. Figure 69 ScanSettings - Symbologies About Find the scanner information or restore the scanner settings to default. Figure 70 ScanSettings - About © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 59: Scan A Barcode
Center the cross-hair laser aimer over the barcode. The barcode must be within the square made by the edge of the aimer. You can tilt the aimer slightly for a comfortable angle to scan. Figure 71 Aiming barcode © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 60: Scandemo
1. Execute EmKit > ScanDemo 2. Scan a barcode by pressing the scan button on the device or tapping Start scan button on the screen. 3. Find scan result Figure 72 ScanDemo © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 61: Wireless
Wireless Mobile Network Note: Mobile network is supported on PM86 LTE SKU only. Check if your PM86 is LTE SKU. To connect mobile network, SIM card is required. Insert SIM card into PM86 first referring Install SD & SIM &...
Page 62: Wi-Fi
If there is a saved Wi-Fi network, simply turn on the Wi-Fi through the Quick setting panel. The saved network will be connected automatically. Figure 79 Wi-Fi in Quick setting panel © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 63: Bluetooth
3. Select the device you want to pair among Available devices list. Figure 81 Bluetooth available devices 4. Follow instructions on the screen (Pairing code or pairing confirmation dialog) and tap PAIR. © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 64 To unpair the device, select the name of the device you want to unpair from CURRENTLY CONNECTED list and tap FORGET Or tap DISCONNECT to disconnect only and not unpair. Figure 84 Forget device © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 65: Ble Beacon
Turn other settings on or off (Available on some devices) BLE Beacon The PM86 integrates the BLE beacon that can transmit BLE signal up to 20 days while it is powered off and without the main battery. This transmission duration is based on the default BLE beacon settings and it can be increased or reduced by adjusting transmit power and interval.
Page 66: Nfc
PM86 Android 11 User Manual Wireless PM86’s NFC antenna is located on the rear-top side of the device. Bring the NFC tag close to the antenna location as Figure 87. NFC feature is enabled by default. But if NFC does not work, make sure the NFC is enabled from the Quick setting panel.
Page 67: Rfid
To connect the devices, RFID Control application is required. You can download the app from Service Portal. If you want to install the PM86 onto the RFID reader, a PM86-dedicated sled bracket must be assembled on the RF88. Note: Find more detail in RF88 User manual.
Page 68: System Maintenance
(Android version, OS image version, SDK version, etc.)  Manufacturer information (Serial number, Part number, etc.)  Device information (Scanner, Audio, Display, etc.)  Battery information (Battery charging status, etc.)  App version information (Version of EmKit apps) © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 69: Check Device Health
Device life time estimation type A Battery Level Device life time estimation type B Battery First Use Date Battery Voltage Battery Temperature System Temperature Battery Manufacture Date Smart Charging Mode (Refer to Smart Charging) © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 70: Os Update
System Maintenance OS Update Periodic update improves the performance of the device. Point Mobile provides up-to-date OS version via Service Portal and FOTA. Update the device via storage, OTG port, and FOTA server. Depending on the workspace environment, choose more suitable method.
Page 71 5. Check if the OS image file shows up under AVAILABLE VERSIONS 6. Tap UPDATE to start the update process OS update via FOTA If PM86 can connect to a network, use the FOTA server for the update. 1. Connect the device with a network 2. Go to Settings >...
Page 72 Note: Basically, OS update via FOTA works over Wi-Fi or Ethernet only. To enable the OS update over Mobile Network too, uncheck the setting value in FOTA Settings. Downloading over the Mobile network may result in additional charges. Figure 91 FOTA Settings © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 73: Factory Data Reset
System Maintenance Factory Data Reset When PM86 work abnormal or there is a need to reset the device, follow the steps below to perform a factory data reset. Caution: Factory data reset will erase all personalized settings and data saved in the device, such as Google account, apps, user data, etc.
Page 74 If device works abnormal so does not turn on, try to perform factory data reset through Android recovery mode. 1. Press and hold power button + Volume Up buttons simultaneously when PM86 is turned off. Figure 93 Key combination for recovery mode 2.
Page 75: Accessories
Charges up to four pieces of PM86’s batteries 4SBC (4 Slot Battery Cradle) Hand Strap Hand strap is included in PM86 standard package. The hand strap helps users to hold the device easier. Figure 94 PM86 Hand strap © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 76 2. Insert the arrowhead into the small hole of the hand strap and pass it through the neck. Figure 96 Mount hand strap_2 3. Thread the opposite side of the strap through another hand strap hole. Figure 97 Mount hand strap_3 © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 78: Rugged Boot
To protect the PM86 from damage such as drop or tumble, attach a rugged boot to PM86. Attach rugged boot 1. Place the left or right side of the PM86 to the bottom part of the rugged boot first. And then, push the other side to engage the part.
Page 80 Accessories Detach rugged boot 1. Widen the both side of the top part of the rugged boot, and pull the PM86 out. Figure 102 Detaching rugged boot_1 2. Pull the one side of the bottom part to remove the rugged boot completely.
Page 81: Gun Handle
PM86 Android 11 User Manual Accessories Gun Handle Attach a gun handle to PM86 and use additional programmable button. The button is used for triggering scanner usually. Figure 104 PM86 Gun handle Attach gun handle 1. Align the gun handle to match the button holes to the PM86 buttons.
Page 82 1. Thread the strap through the hole on the bottom side of the retention fixture. Figure 107 Gun handle - Attach hand strap_1 2. Slide the strap through the buckle at the appropriate length. Figure 108 Gun handle - Attach hand strap_2 © 2024 Point Mobile Co., Ltd. All rights reserved...
Page 83: Rf88 (Rfid Reader)
Service Portal. If you want to install the PM86 onto the RFID reader, a PM86-dedicated sled bracket must be assembled on the RF88 referring to the RF88 User Manual – Sled Bracket Replacement chapter. For more detail, see RF88 User Manual.
Page 84: Charging Cradle
Charging Cradle Single Slot Cradle (SSC / SEC) SSC and SEC have one device slot and one battery slot so that it can charge a PM86 (available in sled type accessory mounted) and a battery at the same time. In addition to the charging function, the cradle also provides a USB Type C port (SSC) or ethernet port.
Page 85 PM86 Android 11 User Manual Accessories 2SC (2 Slot Cradle) 2SC has 2 device slots so it can charge up to two units of PM86 simultaneously. 2SC is compatible with PM85. You cannot charge PM86 with any accessories mounted. Figure 110 PM8X 2SC It is possible to connect up to 3 pieces of 2SC to make a share cradle for more charging slots (2SC ~ 6SC).
Page 86 PM86 Android 11 User Manual Accessories 4SBC (4 Slot Battery Cradle) 4SBC has 4 battery slots so it can charge up to four pieces of PM86’s battery simultaneously. For more detail, see PM86 4SBC Quick start guide. Figure 111 PM86 4SBC...
Page 87: Safety Information
Battery Safety Guidelines  Use only Point Mobile approved batteries and charging accessories. Other batteries and chargers may damage the device or result in a fire, leakage, or other hazards.
Page 88  Do not dispose of the battery in fire. It may cause explosion. Notice: The battery is consumable. Point Mobile provides a warranty for the battery for 12 months after purchase. If you suspect the battery swelling, change the battery immediately and contact Point Mobile.

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