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Technology at Work
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Version 1
March 2015
© 2015 Janam Technologies LLC. All rights reserved.

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    User Manual ® Technology at Work Version 1 March 2015 © 2015 Janam Technologies LLC. All rights reserved.
  • Page 2 User Manual Copyright 2014 Janam Technologies LLC. All rights reserved. XT1 Rugged Mini-Tablet, Janam and the Janam logo are trademarks of Janam Technologies LLC. Other product and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Janam Technologies LLC assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this guide.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Wireless Network Connection CH–PG CH–PG Introduction 1–1 Introduction 4–1 Key Features 1–1 Connecting the XT1 Mini-Tablet to a WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) 4–2 Hardware Overview 1–2 Bluetooth Getting Started CH–PG CH–PG Overview 5–1 Unpack Your Rugged XT1 Mini-Tablet 2–1...
  • Page 4 12–1 Regulatory and Safety Approvals 12–1 CE Mark 12–1 FCC and Canadian Compliance 12–1 XT1 with WWAN, WLAN and Bluetooth 12–2 XT1 with WLAN and Bluetooth 12–2 Class B digital apparatus complies with the Canadian ICES-003 12–4 Care and Cleaning of Terminals 12–4...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Purpose-built to meet the diverse needs of business environments, the XT1 Rugged Mini-Tablet is a next-generation mobile solution. Engineered for reliability, the XT1 design includes IP54 sealing and hardened touch screen glass to help ensure resistance to damage. Equipped with integrated 2D barcode scanning technology—the XT1 eliminates the challenges often associated with camera scanning applications.
  • Page 6: Hardware Overview

    18. microSD™ Memory Card Slot microSD is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC in the United States, other countries or both. microSIM is a trademark of MicroSim Corporation in the United States, other countries or both. 1―2 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, March 2015...
  • Page 7: Getting Started Ch-Pg

    ― One available USB port Janam XT1 SDK The Janam XT1 Software Development Kit enables programmers to develop applications for Janam XT1 rugged mini-tablets running the Android™ operating system. It contains details and instructions for developing applications that access the XT1 embedded scanner.
  • Page 8: Charging The Xt1 Mini-Tablet

    IMPORTANT BATTERY INFORMATION! The XT1 rechargeable battery is NOT user accessible. Should replacement of the XT1 battery be required, it must be changed by Janam or Janam-authorized technicians and be replaced only with a Janam-approved battery. There is the risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. For more information on battery replacement, contact JanamCare at 866-915-5311.
  • Page 9: Usb Port Notes

    The XT1 battery meter will NOT indicate Charging when the XT1 is (1) powered on and (2) connected to a PC’s USB port via the XT1’s mini USB Port. In this instance, the USB trickle charge is insufficient to power the device AND charge simultaneously. However, with the XT1 connected to a PC’s USB port via the XT1’s mini USB Port AND the XT1 powered OFF, the XT1 LED battery indicator will turn RED,...
  • Page 10: Run Time

     Tip:Whenever practical, you can conserve battery run time by: 1. Using the AC adapter to plug the XT1 into an external power source. 2. Manually or auto-suspend device operation as often as is practical. 3. Reduce screen brightness.
  • Page 11: Touch Screen Navigation

    ⎯ Pressing the power button briefly will suspend operation. 2. An unsecured XT1 is Unlocked by swiping the Lock icon (Figure 9) in any direction toward the outer edge of the screen until the Lock icon changes to the Unlock icon (Figure 10) and release. For more about securing the XT1 Mini-Tablet, refer to Chapter 3.
  • Page 12: Screen Rotation

    Return to Home Screen Touch Screen Navigation Fundamentals Familiar touch screen gestures are used to navigate XT1 menus, activate shortcuts, select option settings and direct device and application functions. There may be instances where select touch screen gestures are incorporated into 3 party or custom applications.
  • Page 13: Shortcuts

    Remove area (Figure 13) will turn red when the Application Shortcut icon has reached the correct screen area. 2. Complete the removal by lifting your finger from the touch screen. Figure 12 Figure 13 2―7 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, March 2015...
  • Page 14: Widgets

    New email message arrived Cellular signal strength Low battery level BCR Service is running (maximum) * Battery is charging Connected to a Wi-Fi network * Applies only to WWAN cellular signal-enabled version 2―8 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, March 2015...
  • Page 15: Setting Up The Xt1

    Removable Memory  IMPORTANT NOTE! To avoid possible damage to microSD and/or SIM cards or the XT1, ESD (electrostatic discharge) precautions are recommended when installing or removing microSD and/or SIM cards. At a minimum before handling, discharge any personal static electric buildup to a point of discharge other than the device.
  • Page 16: Port Cover And Tether Information

    SIM Card (Applies only to WWAN cellular signal-enabled version) XT1 mini-tablets equipped with optional WWAN cellular signal functionality include a removable SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card slot. Neither cellular signal connectivity for internet access nor optional 3rd party voice telephone applications can function without a SIM card installed.
  • Page 17: Backup And Reset

    Reset function uses the backup information (data and settings) to restore a damaged or corrupted XT1 to a previous state. The Reset function is also a means of quickly and accurately cloning a custom-configured XT1 mini-tablet. After being cloned with the Reset function, each cloned XT1 will be configured identically to the host device whose settings were backed up on its microSD card.
  • Page 18 3. Backup the master XT1. 4. Remove the microSD card from the master XT1. 5. Install the microSD card removed from the master XT1 into the target XT1, i.e. the XT1 to be cloned. 6. With the microSD card from the master installed in the target (clone) XT1, Restore the target XT1.
  • Page 19: Cradle Kits

    User Manual Cradle kits Janam offers single-slot and six-slot docking cradle kits which provide a quick and convenient means of charging and storing XT1 mini-tablets. Both feature Ethernet and USB connectivity*. XT1 mini-tablets interface with cradle kits via the mini-tablet’s multi-pin dock connector centered on the top edge of the mini-tablet (Figure 10).
  • Page 20 Setting Up the XT1 Mini-Tablet User Manual Cradle kit Docking: 1. Lower the mini-tablet partially into the cradle kit slot with the dock connector facing down and the mini- tablet tilted slightly forward (Figure 14). 2. Tilting the mini-tablet back towards vertical, lower the mini-tablet completely into the cradle slot (Figure 15).
  • Page 21: Security Preferences

    User Manual Security Preferences The Janam XT1 can be customized in many ways to suit task requirements, security and/or individual user preferences. The following is an overview of key XT1 mini-tablet settings with instructions on how to make changes. The general navigations and actions used to affect these changes are instructive to other similarly controlled options and settings.
  • Page 22 Setting Up the XT1 Mini-Tablet User Manual Setting Up Pattern Unlocking: 1. From the Home screen touch Settings > Security > Screen Lock. 2. Touch Pattern. ⎯ A 9-dot matrix will appear (Figure 20). 3. With gentle finger pressure maintained on the screen, draw the desired pattern along the matrix of dots and in a continuous motion, connect at least 4 dots in a pattern (Figure 21).
  • Page 23 Setting Up the XT1 Mini-Tablet User Manual Removing Pattern unlocking: 1. From the Home screen touch Settings > Security > Screen Lock. 2. Touch Pattern. 3. Unlock the mini-tablet with the correct unlock Pattern. 4. Touch None to disable established Unlock security options.
  • Page 24 Setting Up the XT1 Mini-Tablet User Manual Removing PIN unlocking: 1. From the Home screen touch Settings > Security > Screen Lock. 2. Touch Pattern. 3. Unlock the mini-tablet with the correct unlock PIN. 4. Touch None to disable established Unlock security options.
  • Page 25: Forgotten Unlock Credentials

    Be sure to remember Pins or Passwords created! If Pin or Password reference records are kept, store them in a safe place, separately from the mini-tablet. Forgotten Unlock Credentials If Unlock credentials for a locked XT1 are forgotten or unknown, contact JanamCare at 866-915-5311. 3―11...
  • Page 26: Key User Options And Preferences

    Setting Up the XT1 Mini-Tablet User Manual Key User Options and Preferences Display The Display menu subset of the Settings menu provides user control over: Screen brightness Sleep mode timing ― ― Wallpaper Daydream ― ― Automatic screen rotation Font size ―...
  • Page 27 Setting Up the XT1 Mini-Tablet User Manual Turning off Auto-rotate Screen: 1. From the Home Screen (Figure 29), touch Settings > Display (Figure 30). 2. On the Display menu, touching Auto-rotate screen toggles between Auto-rotate Off and On. A checkmark at the right indicates that the function is on.
  • Page 28 Setting Up the XT1 Mini-Tablet User Manual To set and adjust Sleep (inactivity) mode: 1. From the Home screen, touch Settings > Display > Sleep. 2. From the Sleep settings menu (Figure 32), touch one of the eight choices, ranging from Never to 15 seconds.
  • Page 29: Sound

    Setting Up the XT1 Mini-Tablet User Manual To adjust Font size 1. From the Home screen, touch Settings > Display > Font size. 2. Select from Small, Normal (default), Large and Huge (Figure 34). 3. Touch the Home icon when selection is made.
  • Page 30 Setting Up the XT1 Mini-Tablet User Manual To adjust Volume and Notification options: 1. From the Home screen, touch the Settings icon > Sound. 2. Touch Volumes (Figure 36) to adjust Music, video, games & other media, Notifications and Alarms.
  • Page 31: Disabling Connectivity

    Setting Up the XT1 Mini-Tablet User Manual Disabling Connectivity In conditions where it is not necessary to maintain Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or cellular wireless* connectivity, battery power can be conserved and battery life extended by disabling any or all of these connectivity functions.
  • Page 32: Owner Information

    Setting Up the XT1 Mini-Tablet User Manual Owner Information Entering owner information: From the Home screen, touch Settings > Users (Figure 40). Touch You. Enter the User information (Figure 41). If preferred, touch Nickname to assign a name to the mini-tablet itself.
  • Page 33 A given physical area may have multiple wireless local area networks (WLANs), sometimes referred to as Wi-Fi hot spots, which the XT1 can see as it scans for available networks. Typically, wireless local area networks are configured with a security scheme. Wireless devices connected to a wireless network must: A.
  • Page 34 Figure 1 Figure 3 3. Touch the Wi-Fi heading on the left (Figure 3). The XT1 will scan for signals and the Wi-Fi networks within ― range will be displayed, along with approximate signal strength, connection status and the network’s security type.
  • Page 35 If the network is (1) secured and (2) new to the XT1, a security screen will be ― presented and the network’s password can be entered (Figure 6).
  • Page 36: Overview

    ― Send or receive information such as files, appointments, tasks and contact cards between Bluetooth-capable devices. ― Bluetooth connectivity provides XT1 users with the ability to print from the handled device to Bluetooth-enabled printers. ― Use a Bluetooth service. Once you connect to another device or computer using Bluetooth, you can locate and use any of the services available on that device.
  • Page 37: Bluetooth Settings

    Figure 2 Bluetooth Partnership Setup Creating a Bluetooth partnership: 1. Ensure that the Bluetooth device to be partnered (paired) with the XT1 is (1) turned on, (2) made visible and (3) is within Bluetooth range of the XT1 Series tablet. Note:...
  • Page 38 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 2. Touch the device to be paired with the XT1 to begin the pairing sequence (Figure 5) which will be confirmed (Figure 6). 3. When the Bluetooth pairing request dialogue box...
  • Page 39 (continued)  IMPORTANT BLUETOOTH PASSKEY INFORMATION! For security purposes, the XT1 requires that the device to be paired have a Passkey number assigned by the XT1. This 6-digit Bluetooth Passkey number is shown in the Bluetooth pairing request dialogue box (Figure 7). Carefully note this number.
  • Page 40: Bluetooth Beam

    Bluetooth User Manual Bluetooth Beam The XT1 enables the exchange of photo and video files between compatible Bluetooth devices via Bluetooth Beam. To send photo or video files via Bluetooth: 1. From the Home screen, touch Apps > Gallery. 2. Navigate to the photo and video file to be beamed via Bluetooth.
  • Page 41 1. Ensure that the XT1 is turned on, visible to Bluetooth devices and within range of the device that is beaming the file. 2. Once the sending device has sent the file, an XT1 alert will prompt you to authorize receipt of a Bluetooth file.
  • Page 42: Introduction

    Camera Introduction The XT1 mini-tablet features a primary integrated 5 megapixel CMOS, 8x zoom, rear-facing autofocus camera with user-controllable LED flash for capturing crisp still pictures and video clip recording. Both functions are useful for documentation of inventory locations, product damage, procedures and more.
  • Page 43: Camera Controls Overview

    4. Return to previous tablet operation. 5. Shooting viewfinder. 6. Shutter Release and Video Recording Start/Stop. 7. Options control. Activates Options menu. 8. Display recent tablet screens. 9. Return to Home screen. 6―2 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, March 2015...
  • Page 44: Key Camera Adjustments And Options Overview

    From an active camera screen, touch Options Control icon. ― Still Camera Home/Ready Figure 2 Figure 3 The default camera start mode will be still picture capture. ― The Options menu will appear (Figure 3). ― 6―3 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, March 2015...
  • Page 45 ― Stores the location (longitude and latitude) of where the picture is taken • Picture size (refer to Figure 6 page 6-6.) ― Touch the menu item and touch the preferred setting. 6―4 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, March 2015...
  • Page 46 Refer to Figure 7 on page 6-6. 5. Activates the White Balance settings sub-menu. By default the camera is set to automatic white balance, wherein the XT1 camera recognizes the color temperature value of a scene and makes adjustments to render optimal color. However, some lighting conditions may require a manual override of automatic white balance.
  • Page 47: Alterative Camera Control

    3. Touch and hold the viewfinder with your thumb and index finger to illuminate the zoom control. Expanding the distance between the thumb and index finger increases the zoom (telephoto) view. Pinching the distance reduces the zoom view. 6―6 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, March 2015...
  • Page 48: Taking Pictures And Recording Video

    Still picture and video recording files are stored in the Gallery. When captured, still picture and video recording files are stored in the Album titled Camera. To organize files, XT1 users can create and name additional Albums, into which files can be moved.
  • Page 49: Editing Pictures

    Camera XT1User Manual Editing Pictures The XT1 features a variety of onboard picture editing tools. Editing tools include the ability to: • Straighten • Adjust brightness • Crop • Adjust contrast • Rotate • Enhance sharpness • Create mirror images •...
  • Page 50: Key Camera Specifications

    320x240, 640x480, 1280x960 1MP – 1600x1200 2MP – 2048x1536 3MP – 2592x1944 5MP Modes • Video recording • – QVGA 320x280 or – VGA 640x480 Brightness (+- 3 f-stops) • Flash • (Auto, On, Off) 6―9 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, March 2015...
  • Page 51: Email

    The XT1 mini-tablet includes an email setup tool, making it easy to configure email accounts. Note: Like a smartphone or a PC, the XT1’s email interface acts as a portal to an already-existing email account with one of the commonly available email service providers such as Google Gmail, MSN, Yahoo, AOL or a private enterprise (corporate) network.
  • Page 52 ⎯ This field cannot be left blank. Figure 4 Figure 5 7. Wait for new email account synchronization. Account will be populated with email account contents from email address assigned to this XT1 email account (Figures 6 and 7). Figure 6 Figure 7 Email account setup is complete.
  • Page 53: Removing An Xt1 Email Account

    Removing an XT1 Email Account Removing an XT1 email account affects only the ability for the XT1 to serve as an email address portal. Removal of an XT1 email account in no way affects the core email address account with an email service provider or a private enterprise (corporate) network.
  • Page 54: Sms Text Messaging

    9. Follow instructions 4 thru 7 above. SMS Text Messaging SMS text messaging functionality requires: a) XT1 mini-tablets equipped with optional WWAN cellular signal functionality b) A SIM card installed. ⎯ Refer to Chapter 3 for more information on SIM cards.
  • Page 55: Recording

    The Sound Recorder provides an audio recording function to capture voice notes, record meetings and more. Recording To record audio: 1. From the XT1 Home screen, touch Applications (Figure 1). 2. Touch Sound Recorder (Figure 2). Touch the round Record icon to begin recording (Figure 3).
  • Page 56 2. Optional – Touch the triangular Play icon to review the last recording (Figure 4). 3. Select (touch) Done or Discard. Done will save the recoding file. ― Touching Done or Discard returns the XT1 to the Home screen. Figure 4 Figure 5 8―2...
  • Page 57: Playback

    Sound Recorder User Manual Playback To playback a recording: 1. From the XT1 Home screen, touch Applications (Figure 6). 2. Touch File Manger (Figure 7). Figure 8 Figure 6 Figure 7 3. Select a “recording” file to be played back (Figure 8).
  • Page 58: Renaming And Deleting Recordings

    1. Touch and HOLD a “recording” file to be deleted (Figure 8) to call up the File Management Menu (Figure 9). 2. Touch Delete. 3. From the resulting Confirm Delete screen touch OK to delete or Cancel to abandon the deletion process. Figure 9 Figure 10 8―4 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, March 2015...
  • Page 59 Filename, aka Prefix Suffix Filename Part 1 Filename Separator Filename Part 2 File Type Separator File Type Suffix recording 383114016 3gpp ― OK to rename these filename components Must remain intact 8―5 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, March 2015...
  • Page 60: Barcode Scanning

    The XT1 is equipped with integrated 1D/2D barcode scanning technology to eliminate the challenges often associated with camera scanners or bulky sled attachments. Leveraging the advanced Honeywell N5600 with 2D Adaptus® Imaging Technology, the XT1 is well suited for scan intensive applications in field sales, field service, healthcare, hospitality and retail.
  • Page 61: Barcode Scanner Demonstration Application

    3. Aim the barcode imager beam at the target barcode. 4. Touch the red scan trigger button. ⎯ The captured barcode data will be displayed (Figure 4). Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 9―2 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, March 2015...
  • Page 62: Bcr Scanwedge Overview

    Figure 7 Figure 5 Figure 6 3. On the resulting BCR Settings Default screen, touch General (Figure 8). 4. Confirm that Enable keyboard wedge is checked (Figure 9). Figure 8 Figure 9 9―3 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, March 2015...
  • Page 63: Bcr Scanwedge Configuration Symbology

    The Symbology menu provides the ability to select the types of barcodes available for scanning. To select Symbology: ― From the Home screen, touch Settings (icon) > BCR Setting (Figure 10) > Symbology (Figure 11). Figure 10 Figure 11 9―4 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, March 2015...
  • Page 64: Bcr Scanwedge Configuration

    BCR Scanwedge Configuration ⎯ Scanwedge Indication The indication menu allows you to select and adjust the manner in which the XT1 provides the user with feedback, indicating the success or failure of a scan. Feedback indicator options include: • Duration of the LED for good and bad scan •...
  • Page 65: Scanwedge Prefix/Suffix

    Figure 16 Figure 15 Barcode Scanning Solutions The XT1 mini-tablet’s platform is ideally suited to accept and run specialized commercial applications, as well as those proprietary or customized solutions designed for the Android operating system. For more information about barcode scanning solutions, contact Janam or your authorized Janam reseller.
  • Page 66: User Applications

    2. Follow the application’s installation instructions which may include an online purchase procedure. 3. Launch the application and verify that it and the XT1 are operating properly. To install user applications from other sources ⎯ Using a host PC computer: 1.
  • Page 67 User Applications User Manual To install user applications from other sources: (continued) 4. From the XT1 Home screen, touch Applications. 5. Touch the File Manager icon (Figure 1). Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 6. From the File Manager screen, touch Internal storage (Figure 2).
  • Page 68 Downloaded directly to the XT1: 1. Download the application to the XT1 from a reliable source. 2. Move or Copy the trusted application to the XT1’s Internal storage memory. 3. From the XT1 Home screen, touch Applications. 4. Touch the File Manager icon (Figure 5).
  • Page 69: Updating User Installed Applications

    User Applications User Manual Updating User Installed Applications 1. Following the instructions for To install user applications from other sources, move the target application’s update file to the XT1.  NOTE: Updating of many applications is an automated process in which update notifications are pushed out to the mobile device by the developer.
  • Page 70: Uninstalling User Applications

    (applies only to user-installed applications) To uninstall (remove) user applications: Method A 1. From the XT1 Home screen (Figure 13), touch Settings > Apps (Figure 14). 2. Touch the user application to be uninstalled (Figure 15). 3. Touch Uninstall (Figure 16).
  • Page 71 (applies only to user-installed applications) To uninstall (remove) user applications: Method B 1. From the XT1 Home screen, touch Apps. 2. Touch and hold the user application icon to be uninstalled. ⎯ An Uninstall area will appear in white type.
  • Page 72: Gps Overview

    User Manual GPS Overview The XT1 mini-tablet incorporates a u-blox 7 MAX-7 Series GNSS GPS module which is ready to function with a variety of GPS and GPS-reliant applications, ranging from everyday GPS navigation to location tagging. Depending on the XT1 user’s requirements, third party applications are necessary to enable GPS functionality.
  • Page 73: Gps Application Example

    GPS Application Installation To install a third party GPS application: 1. Download or transfer a suitable and trustworthy third party GPS application onto the XT1. 2. From the Home screen, touch Apps (Figure 2). 3. From the Home screen, touch Downloads (Figure 3).
  • Page 74: Regulatory And Safety Approvals

    Be sure to make backup copies of all important data on other media to protect against data loss. Follow all usage, charging and maintenance guidelines in the Product User Guide. If you have questions, contact Janam. For a copy of the Product User Guide, visit the online Resource Center at www.janam.com.
  • Page 75: Xt1 With Wwan, Wlan And Bluetooth

    Regulatory and Maintenance User Manual RF, regulatory and safety approvals XT1 with WWAN, WLAN and Bluetooth Parameter Specification 47 CFR FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Class B; FCC Part 22, Subpart H; FCC Part 24, Subpart E; FCC Part 27, Subpart C, L; FCC Part 2; FCC Part 15, Subpart C;...
  • Page 76 This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. To maintain compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines for body-worn operation, do not use accessories that contain metallic components other than specified by the manufacturer. 12―3 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, March 2015...
  • Page 77: Class B Digital Apparatus Complies With The Canadian Ices-003

    Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. Hereby, Janam Technologies LLC declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive, 1999/5/EC. The equipment is intended for use throughout the European Community.
  • Page 78: Battery Warning

    Do not attempt to service the unit. There are no serviceable parts inside. Replace the unit if it is • damaged or exposed to excess moisture. To fully disengage the power to the unit, please disconnect the power cord from the AC inlet. • 12―5 Janam Technologies LLC Version 1, March 2015...

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