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  • Page 1 GeoMax Zenith30 User Manual Version 1.0...
  • Page 2 The type and serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate. identification Enter the type and serial number in your manual and always refer to this infor- mation when you need to contact your agency or GeoMax authorised service workshop. Type: _____________________________________ Serial No.:...
  • Page 3 Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. • SD is a trademark of the SD Card Association All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Validity of this This manual applies to the GeoMax Zenith30 rugged tablet computer. manual Zenith30 | 3 Introduction...
  • Page 4 Tablet ating it. Computer Quick Start Guide Refer to the following resources for all Zenith30 documentation/soft- ware: • the GeoMax ZGP800 DVD • Windows 7 Recovery DVD (including User Guide) •...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Data Storage Concept 1.4 Zenith30 Components User Interface 2.1 Keyboard 2.2 Operating Principles Operation 3.1 Equipment Setup 3.1.1 Fixing the Display Foil to the Zenith30 3.1.2 Inserting and Removing a SIM Card 3.2 Power Functions Zenith30 | 5 Table of Contents...
  • Page 6 Changing the Battery 3.3.3 Charging the Battery 3.3.4 Switching between Left and Right Battery 3.4 LED Indicators on Zenith30 3.5 Using the Digital Camera 3.6 Calibrating the Touch Screen Software 4.1 Menu Button Options 4.2 Hot Tab Software Utility Functions 4.3 Mini GPS Application...
  • Page 7 6.3 Limits of Use 6.4 Responsibilities 6.5 Hazards of Use 6.6 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 6.7 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. Technical Data 7.1 Zenith30 Technical Data 7.2 Conformity to National Regulations 7.2.1 Zenith30 International Limited Warranty, Software Licence Agreement Index...

  • Page 8: Description Of The System

    Zenith30 | 8 Description of the System 1 Description of the System 1.1 Overview System components Zenith30 _001...

  • Page 9: Zenith30

    1.2 Terminology Zenith30 general The Zenith30 is a compact high performance, low weight rugged tablet description computer designed for outdoor & fieldwork usage. The Zenith30 can withstand severe environmental conditions including vibration, shock, moisture and temperature variations. The Zenith30 is suitable for use in harsh environments such as construction sites, warehouses, military, manufacturing and field service.

  • Page 10: System Concept

    Zenith30 | 10 Description of the System 1.3 System Concept 1.3.1 Software Concept Software for Software type Description Zenith30 tablet Windows 7 ultimate This software includes: computer - The language-specific version of Windows 7. - The basic functionality of the Zenith.

  • Page 11: Power Concept

    1.3.2 Power Concept General Use the GeoMax batteries, chargers and accessories or accessories recom- mended by GeoMax to ensure the correct functionality of the instrument. Power options Model Power supply Zenith30 Internally by ALG7-08B battery, OR Externally by ALG7-10A AC/DC adapter, OR...

  • Page 12: Data Storage Concept

    Unplugging the USB stick from the Zenith30 tablet computer without safely remove the USB stick before can cause loss of data. Only unplug the USB stick when the Zenith30 tablet computer is switched off or after you have used Safely Remove Hardware function of the Zenith30 tablet computer.

  • Page 13: Zenith30 Components

    1.4 Zenith30 Components Upside of Zenith30 a) DSUB9 port b) USB host port for USB stick c) Screen d) Keyboard e) Micro in, Audio out and LAN Power socket and USB host port for USB stick g) Speaker Zenith30 _002...

  • Page 14: User Interface

    Zenith30 | 14 User Interface 2 User Interface 2.1 Keyboard Keyboard display Zenith30 a) LED indicators b) ON/OFF c) Menu d) Arrow keys, OK e) Function keys Zenith30 _004...
  • Page 15 Keys Function ON/OFF If Zenith30 already off: Turns on Zenith30 when held for 5 s. If Zenith30 already on: • Puts Zenith30 into stand-by mode when held < 4 s. Refer to "Power Functions". • Turns off Zenith30 when held for 8 s.

  • Page 16: Operating Principles

    Zenith30 | 16 User Interface 2.2 Operating Principles Keyboard and The user interface is operated either by the keyboard or by the touch screen touch screen with supplied stylus. The workflow is the same for keyboard and touch screen entry, the only difference lies in the way information is selected and entered.

  • Page 17: Operation

    _005 Step Description  Ensure that the display of the Zenith30 is free of dust and grease.  The non-reflecting display foil has a silver-coloured sticker to peel away the carrier foil from the actual display foil. Touch the silver-coloured sticker with two fingers and pull it slowly upwards.
  • Page 18 Zenith30 | 18 Operation Step Description Fix the laid open adhesive underside of the display foil at the display border.  Pay attention that the display foil is not fixed between display and display frame. Peel away the carrier foil bit by bit and smooth it out slowly onto the display.

  • Page 19: Inserting And Removing A Sim Card

    1) Only experienced personnel should open the mechanical housing of the tablet computer. 2) Use a grounding wrist strap all the time. 3) Place all the electronic components in a static-dissipative surface or static- shielded bag when they are not in the chassis. Zenith30 | 19 Operation...
  • Page 20 Zenith30 | 20 Operation Insert and Apply general practice for working with static-sensitive devices when you open remove a SIM the Zenith30 tablet computer, insert the SIM card and closing the Zenith30 card tablet computer: step-by-step • Discharge any static charge before opening the Zenith30 tablet computer and working with the SIM card •...
  • Page 21 Description  The SIM card is inserted into a SIM card holder inside the Zenith30 tablet computer. Turn off the Zenith30 tablet computer. Refer to " Turning Zenith30 tablet computer on step-by-step". Turn over the Zenith30 tablet computer to the underside.

  • Page 22: Power Functions

    Turning Zenith30 Step Description tablet computer Place the Zenith30 tablet computer on a flat and stable surface or on step-by-step hold the Zenith30 tablet computer in your hand. Ensure that the Zenith30 tablet computer is either connected with the AC power adapter or the batteries are charged up.

  • Page 23: Batteries

    3.3 Batteries Battery power The Zenith30 tablet computer is designed to work with two removable battery system packs placed inside the battery pack compartment. The fully charged battery packs provide several hours of battery life, which can further be extended by using power management features through the BIOS setup.
  • Page 24 For Li-Ion batteries, a single discharging and charging cycle is sufficient. We recommend carrying out the process when the battery capacity indi- cated on the charger or on a GeoMax product deviates significantly from the actual battery capacity available. Operation / •...

  • Page 25: Changing The Battery

    Zenith30_006 Step Description  Turn Zenith30 tablet computer over to gain access to the battery compartments. Place the battery into the battery compartment. Press the battery down into the battery compartment until it clicks into position. Zenith30 | 25...
  • Page 26 Zenith30 tablet computer step-by-step _007 Zenith30 Step Description  Turn Zenith30 tablet computer over to gain access to the battery compartments. Push the slide fastener in the direction of the arrow with the open-lock symbol to release the battery.
  • Page 27 Step Description Press simultaneously on the top side and on the bottom side of the battery. Remove the battery from the battery compartment. Zenith30 | 27 Operation...

  • Page 28: Charging The Battery

    • Using the product after incorrect attempts were made to carry out repairs Precautions: Do not open the product. Only GeoMax authorised service workshops are entitled to repair these products.  The following advice is only valid for batteries, power adapter or docking...
  • Page 29 Precautions: Use the product only in dry environments, for example in buildings or vehicles. Protect the product against humidity. If the product becomes humid, it must not be used! Zenith30 | 29 Operation...
  • Page 30  When charging the batteries, the Zenith30 tablet computer can be on or off. Charging is faster when the Zenith30 tablet computer is off. Connect the ALG7-10A power adapter or HH-12V car adapter with the Zenith30 tablet computer and an A/C plug. The batteries start charging.
  • Page 31 If one battery is fully charged, the other is at a low-power level, the tablet computer charges the battery which is at a low-power level. d) If both the batteries are fully charged, the tablet computer switches off the charging current. Zenith30 | 31 Operation...

  • Page 32: Switching Between Left And Right Battery

    Refer to "4.1 Menu Button Options". Press and hold for 3 s. The Zenith30 tablet computer switches from left to right battery. The battery status is shown on both the screen and the OSD indi-...

  • Page 33: Led Indicators On Zenith30

    3.4 LED Indicators on Zenith30 LED indicators Description The Zenith30 tablet computer has Light Emitting Diode indicators. They indi- cate the basic tablet computer status. Diagram a) Power LED b) Storage LED c) Wi-Fi LED d) Battery LED L e) Battery LED R...
  • Page 34 HD is reading. Data is being written. Wi-Fi LED Wi-Fi is off. flashing green Zenith30 is connected to a wireless network. Battery LED power is okay. The battery is fully charged, Zenith30 tablet computer is externally powered by AC adapter or right battery is discharging.
  • Page 35 IF the THEN Battery LED power is okay. The battery is fully charged, Zenith30 tablet computer is externally powered by AC adapter or left battery is discharging. green power is ok. The battery is being discharged. orange power is ok. The battery is being charged.

  • Page 36: Using The Digital Camera

    Zenith30 | 36 Operation 3.5 Using the Digital Camera Overview The Zenith30 tablet computer is equipped with a digital camera located at the underside (refer to "1.4 Zenith30 Components"). Taking a picture Description step-by-step Press F1 function key to start HotTab Hotkey Utility application.
  • Page 37 Description Press and release F2 function key to start the digital camera applica- tion. Aim the camera to the desired target. Check the view at the display. Zenith30 | 37 Operation...
  • Page 38 Zenith30 | 38 Operation Description Click the camera icon on the top bar to take the picture.  The digital camera application allows recording videos as well as taking images. In addition, the LED light can be turned on and off.

  • Page 39: Calibrating The Touch Screen

    Turn on the Zenith30 tablet computer. step-by-step Refer to " Turning Zenith30 tablet computer on step-by-step". Click on Start button, then go to Control Panel. In Category view, click on Hardware and Sound link, click on Tablet PC Settings and then go to Display Tab.

  • Page 40: Software

    Zenith30 | 40 Software 4 Software 4.1 Menu Button Options Menu button The following six Menu options are available on the Zenith30 tablet computer: options 1) Screen brightness 2) Volume 3) Battery usage and battery status 4) Wireless communication function...
  • Page 41 Press right/up arrow button or drag with touch to increase the volume. Press left/down arrow button or drag with touch to decrease the volume. Press and release Shows status of batteries and current battery usage. three times Zenith30 | 41 Software...
  • Page 42 Press left/right arrow button or tick with touch: • If wireless communication function is enabled: Disables wireless communication function. • If wireless communication function is disabled: Enables wireless communication function. Checking/unchecking of the LED indicator turns on/off the LEDs of the Zenith30 tablet computer.
  • Page 43 Menu button Function Press and release Shows current software version. five times Press and hold for Locks/unlocks keyboard. If keyboard is unlocked: Locks keyboard. If keyboard is locked: Unlocks keyboard. Zenith30 | 43 Software...

  • Page 44: Hot Tab Software Utility Functions

    Zenith30 | 44 Software 4.2 Hot Tab Software Utility Functions Hot Tab software The following functions are available on the Zenith30 tablet computer: utility functions 1) Virtual Mouse 2) Screen Rotation 3) Onscreen Keyboard 4) Windows Power Management 5) Touch Lock...
  • Page 45 Function Description of function Screen Click Screen Rotation to rotate the screen clock-wise by Rotation 45 °. Onscreen Click Onscreen Keyboard to open a keyboard on the Keyboard screen. Zenith30 | 45 Software...
  • Page 46 Zenith30 | 46 Software Function Description of function Programmable You can assign a function of your choice to the function keys hotkey F1 Long, F2 Short, F2 Long, F3 Short and F3 Long. Select F1 Long, click Browse and select the desired program file you want to assign to F1 Long.
  • Page 47 Function Description of function Windows Power Click CONFIG to open Windows Power Management. Management Touch Lock Click Touch Lock to lock the touch screen. To unlock the touch screen move the arrow to the right. Zenith30 | 47 Software...

  • Page 48: Mini Gps Application

    Zenith30 | 48 Software 4.3 Mini GPS Application Start Mini GPS Step Description application  Ensure that GPS is checked in the Wireless communication status. step-by-step Refer to "4.1 Menu Button Options".
  • Page 49 Double-click the Mini GPS icon from the desktop to start the Mini GPS application. Go to the Status Tab. Select COM3 as COM port and 38400 as baud rate. Click Open.  The NMEA message as configured on the Setup Tab is sent to the COM port. Zenith30 | 49 Software...

  • Page 50: Wwan Application

    Zenith30 | 50 Software 4.4 WWAN Application Start WWAN Step Description application Insert SIM card. Refer to "3.1.2 Inserting and Removing a SIM Card". step-by-step  Ensure that 3G is checked in the Wireless communication status. Refer to "4.1 Menu Button Options".
  • Page 51 Click Connect. The software loads automatically the required settings and establishes a connection to the Internet.  You are connected to the Internet when the software indi- cates connected. Use the Internet Explorer to access the Internet. Zenith30 | 51 Software...
  • Page 52 Zenith30 | 52 Software Step Description When the connection cannot be established, click Settings and select the correct settings manually. Click Set Profile to store the settings and continue with step 3..

  • Page 53: Installing A Language Pack In Windows7

    Windows 7 Enterprise. You can download additional language packs by Windows Update. Install language Step Description pack on the Click on Start button, then go to Control Panel. Zenith30 tablet computer In Category view, click on Clock, Language, and Region link. step-by-step Zenith30 | 53 Software...
  • Page 54 Zenith30 | 54 Software Step Description  In Icons view, click on Regional and Language Options icon, and then go to Keyboards and Languages Tab. Click on Install or uninstall display languages under "Region and Language" section or Install/uninstall languages under "Display Language"...
  • Page 55 Step Description Click Launch Windows Update and install language packs manually. Click XX optional updates are available. Zenith30 | 55 Software...
  • Page 56 Zenith30 | 56 Software Step Description Tick the Language Pack you want to install and click OK to install it.  The installation can take a while. Once the installation is finished, you can directly switch to the installed language pack. When you switch...
  • Page 57 Step Description  To change to a language pack that has already been installed, go to Keyboards and Languages Tab in Regional and Language Options window and choose the display language desired. Zenith30 | 57 Software...

  • Page 58: Windows Activation Guide

    Zenith30 | 58 Software 4.6 Windows Activation Guide Activate Step Description Windows  Ensure to have your licence code available. step-by-step Establish an Internet connection using Wi-Fi or an Ethernet cable. Click on Start button, then go to Control Panel.

  • Page 59: Good To Know

    Select the option "Radio On/Off", select "Enable" in the field "Value" and click OK.  WLAN should work as intended. How to do a Step Description Ctrl+Alt+Delete- sequence on the Press simultaneously ( ) and ( ) button. Zenith30 tablet computer? Zenith30 | 59 Software...

  • Page 60: Care And Transport

    Always carry the product in its transport container and secure it. Shipping When transporting the product by rail, air or sea, always use the complete original GeoMax packaging, transport container and cardboard box, or its equivalent, to protect against shock and vibration. Shipping,...

  • Page 61: Storage

    Protect batteries from damp and wetness. Wet or damp batteries must be dried before storing or use. • A storage temperature range of -20°C to +30°C/-4°F to 86°F in a dry envi- ronment is recommended to minimise self-discharging of the battery. Zenith30 | 61 Care and Transport...

  • Page 62: Cleaning And Drying

    Zenith30 | 62 Care and Transport 5.3 Cleaning and Drying Product and • Use only a clean, soft, lint-free cloth for cleaning. If necessary, moisten the accessories cloth with water or pure alcohol. Do not use other liquids; these may attack the polymer components.

  • Page 63: Safety Directions

    The following directions enable the person responsible for the product, and the person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational hazards. The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them. Zenith30 | 63 Safety Directions...

  • Page 64: Intended Use

    Zenith30 | 64 Safety Directions 6.2 Intended Use Permitted use • Remote control of product. • Data communication with external appliances. Adverse use • Use of the product without instruction. • Use outside of the intended limits. • Disabling safety systems.
  • Page 65 It is the task of the person responsible for the equipment to inform the user about hazards and how to counteract them. The product is not to be operated until the user has been instructed on how to work with it. Zenith30 | 65 Safety Directions...

  • Page 66: Limits Of Use

    Zenith30 | 66 Safety Directions 6.3 Limits of Use Environment Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habita- tion: not suitable for use in aggressive or explosive environments. Danger Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted before working in hazardous areas, or close to electrical installations or similar situations by the person in charge of the product.

  • Page 67: Responsibilities

    6.4 Responsibilities Manufacturer of GeoMax AG, CH-9443 Widnau, hereinafter referred to as GeoMax, is respon- the product sible for supplying the product, including the user manual and original acces- sories, in a safe condition. Manufacturers of The manufacturers of non GeoMax accessories for the product are responsible...
  • Page 68 Zenith30 | 68 Safety Directions Warning The person responsible for the product must ensure that it is used in accord- ance with the instructions. This person is also accountable for the training and the deployment of personnel who use the product and for the safety of the...

  • Page 69: Hazards Of Use

    Precautions: Keep at a safe distance from electrical installations. If it is essential to work in this environment, first contact the safety authorities responsible for the elec- trical installations and follow their instructions. Zenith30 | 69 Safety Directions...
  • Page 70 Zenith30 | 70 Safety Directions Warning During dynamic applications, for example stakeout procedures there is a danger of accidents occurring if the user does not pay attention to the environ- mental conditions around, for example obstacles, excavations or traffic. Precautions: The person responsible for the product must make all users fully aware of the existing dangers.
  • Page 71 Precautions: Do not use the product in a thunderstorm. Warning Using a battery charger not recommended by GeoMax can destroy the batteries. This can cause fire or explosions. Precautions: Only use chargers recommended by GeoMax to charge the batteries.
  • Page 72 If you open the product, either of the following actions may cause you to receive an electric shock. • Touching live components • Using the product after incorrect attempts were made to carry out repairs Precautions: Do not open the product. Only GeoMax authorised service workshops are enti- tled to repair these products.
  • Page 73 Precautions: Use the product only in dry environments, for example in buildings or vehicles. Protect the product against humidity. If the product becomes humid, it must not be used! Zenith30 | 73 Safety Directions...
  • Page 74 Always prevent access to the product by unauthorised personnel. Product-specific treatment and waste management information is available from GeoMax AG. Warning Only GeoMax authorised service workshops are entitled to repair these prod- ucts.

  • Page 75: Electromagnetic Compatibility Emc

    Electromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances in other equipment. Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect, GeoMax cannot completely exclude the possibility that other equipment may be disturbed. The product is a class A product when operated with the internal batteries. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
  • Page 76 Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect, GeoMax cannot completely exclude the possibility that the product may be disturbed by intense electromagnetic radiation, for example, near radio transmitters, two-way radios or diesel generators.
  • Page 77 It can also affect humans and animals. Precautions: Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect, GeoMax cannot completely exclude the possibility that other equipment can be disturbed or that humans or animals can be affected. •...

  • Page 78: Fcc Statement, Applicable In U

    Zenith30 | 78 Safety Directions 6.7 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by GeoMax for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Labelling Zenith30 Zenith30 GeoMax AG CH-9443 Widnau Zenith30 _008...

  • Page 79: Technical Data

    7 Technical Data 7.1 Zenith30 Technical Data Control unit Zenith30 Display: WSVGA (1024 x 600 pixels), graphics capable LCD, illumination, touch screen, colour Keyboard: 26 keys, illumination Touch screen: Toughened film on glass Sound: Integrated sealed speaker and microphone Digital camera:...
  • Page 80 Zenith30 | 80 Technical Data Audio: Audio out for headset, Micro-in for microphone jack, 1.5 W speaker (Internal) Dimensions Type Length [m] Width [m] Thickness [m] Zenith30 0.144 0.242 0.040 Weight Type Weight [kg]/[lbs] Zenith30, with battery 1.3/2.9 Recording Data can be recorded on the USB stick or in the internal memory.
  • Page 81 Dust tight Protected against water projected in jets from any direction. Humidity Type Protection Zenith30 Up to 90 % The effects of condensation are to be effectively counteracted by periodically drying out Zenith30. Interfaces Type RS232 USB Host Bluetooth WLAN Audio...

  • Page 82: Conformity To National Regulations

    • FCC Part 15 (applicable in US) Conformity to • Hereby, GeoMax, declares that the product Zenith30 is in compliance with national the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive regulations 1999/5/EC. The declaration of conformity is available from GeoMax AG.
  • Page 83 2402 - 2480 Zenith30, WWAN UMTS/HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 Quad-Band EGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 GPRS multi-slot class 12 EDGE multi-slot class 12 Zenith30, WLAN 2400 - 2484 Zenith30 | 83 Technical Data...

  • Page 84: International Limited Warranty, Software Licence Agreement

    This product is subject to the terms and conditions set out in the International Limited Warranty Limited Warranty which you can download from the GeoMax home page at http://www.geomax-positioning.com or collect from your GeoMax distributor. The foregoing warranty is exclusive and is in lieu of all other warranties, terms...
  • Page 85 Such agreement is provided together with all products and can also be referred to and downloaded at the GeoMax home page at http://www.geomax- positioning.com or collected from your GeoMax distributor. You must not install or use the software unless you have read and accepted the terms and conditions of the GeoMax Software Licence Agreement.

  • Page 86: Index

    Zenith30 | 86 Index Index Batteries FCC Statement ......... 78 Change ..........25 Fixing Charge when mounted ......30 Display foil ..........17 Charging mechanism ......31 Charging, first-time use ......23 Hot Tab software utility functions Operation, Discharging ......24 Description of ........44...
  • Page 87 Power LED .......... 33 Recording ..........80 Status ..........33 Remove Storage LED ........33 SIM card ..........20 Wi-Fi LED ..........33 Responsibilities .........67 Light Emitting Diodes ........ 33 Li-Ion battery Storage ..........61 Safety Directions ........63 Zenith30 | 87 Index...
  • Page 88 Zenith30 | 88 Index SIM card Temperature range Insert ..........20 Operation ..........81 Remove ..........20 Product, drying ........62 Software Storage ..........81 Installing Language Pack ....... 53 Temperature, charging internal battery ..23 Software concept ......... 10 Touch Screen, operating principles ....16 Software Licence Agreement ......
  • Page 89 Zenith30 | 89 Index...
  • Page 90 GeoMax Zenith30 792601-1.0.0en Original text © 2011 GeoMax AG, Widnau, Switzerland GeoMax AG www.geomax-positioning.com info@geomax-positioning.com...

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