ALGIZ RT7 MANUAL
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product is firmware-limited to channels 1 through 11.
CONTENTS 1. Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................... 6 2. Regulatory ........................................................................................................................................................... 7 2.1. Device Specification .....................................................................................................................................
5.1.2. Bluetooth .............................................................................................................................................. 25 5.1.3. SIM cards ............................................................................................................................................. 30 5.1.4. Ethernet ................................................................................................................................................ 30 5.1.5.
10.2. Arcontia RFID Module (eTicket version only) ............................................................................................ 56 11. Barcode Scanner ............................................................................................................................................. 58 12. USB ................................................................................................................................................................. 59 5 Ver 1.
1. INTRODUCTION This guide covers the Algiz RT7 tablet, and optional accessories. The Algiz RT7 is a rugged tablet, designed for use by field personnel in demanding conditions. It integrates bestin-class connectivity with efficient computing and multimedia features. The tablet runs Android Lollipop (5.1.1) operating system, and comes pre-installed with many Google applications, including Google Play. NOTE: The images in this guide may slightly differ from the actual screens that you see in the device.
2. REGULATORY The 15.203 antenna requirements: 1) An intentional radiator shall be designed to ensure that no antenna other than that furnished by the responsible party shall be used with the device. Adherence - In our design we are using customized antenna made of a carrier and conductive part (pogo spring pins) which makes contact with the antenna pads of PCB. This is not the standard type and hence any other antenna cannot be used in place of currently used antenna.
2.1. Device Specification The base specifications of the Algiz RT7 tablet are below: Physical Dimensions 216.1 mm x 132.3 mm x 23.8 mm (including the shock bumpers) Weight 650 grams (including battery) Storage Environment Temperature range -40 to 70 C Operating Environment -20 to 50C in a humidity up to 95% noncondensing Processor Qualcomm MSM8916 chipset, with a 64 bit quad-core ARM Cortex A53 application processor running at 1.
Input Devices USB keyboard & mouse, BT keyboard & mouse. Extendable Storage SD card (up to 32 GB), USB mass storage devices formatted with a single FAT partition USB 1x B type micro USB OTG port, 1x USB A type host port Sensors Accelerometer, e-Compass, Gyroscope, Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity & SAR sensors.
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2.1.1. Barcode Scanner The Barcode scanner module, based on the Motorola SE4710 engine, provides robust support for a wide variety of 1D/2D barcodes, as well as postal codes. Detailed specifications are below: Scanner Engine Motorola SE4710 Imager Resolution 1280x800 pixels Field of View Horizontal 42 degree, Vertical 28 degrees Skew Tolerance +- 60 degrees Pitch Tolerance +- 60 degrees Roll Tolerance +- 360 degrees Focal Distance From front of engine: 7.
As shown in the specifications, barcode scanning is tolerant to a wide range of orientations. Figure 2.1, that tolerance for skew and pitch is reduced at the extreme ends of the working range. FIGURE 2.1. DECODING SKEW 2.2.
2.3. Physical Layout consists of: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Front Camera Light/Proximity Sensor RGB LED Earpiece Display and Touch panel 4x Hotkeys FIGURE 2.2. FRONT PANEL 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Flash LED Rear Camera Speaker Battery Pack Kensington Lock FIGURE 2.3. BACK PANEL 13 Ver 1.
If the device is configured with the optional barcode scanner module, then that can be seen on the left panel, as FIGURE 2.4. LEFT SIDE PANEL The right panel of the device, shown in Figure ports: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Ethernet port USB A port Micro USB port Audio port DC charger port FIGURE 2.5. RIGHT SIDE PANEL panel: 1. 2. Power button Volume up & down button FIGURE 2.6. TOP PANEL 2.3.1. Bottom Panel FIGURE 2.7. BOTTOM PANEL 14 Ver 1.
3. DEVICE SETUP 3.1. SIM Card Insertion This tablet supports two SIM cards. There are two slots on back side of tablet as shown in The device supports the dual SIM dual standby configuration. Both the SIM cards can be used. However, only one of them can used for phone calls at any time. To insert a SIM card: 1. 2. 3. 4. Power OFF the tablet. Place the tablet on flat surface, with the screen facing down. Remove the battery pack. Insert the SIM card. FIGURE 3.1.
3.2. SD Card This tablet supports a single microSD card for secondary storage. SD card slot is on back side of tablet, under FIGURE 3.2. SD CARD SLOT Once SD card inserted successfully, you can check its details in Settings → Device → Storage → SD card 3.3. Charging the device We recommend that you fully charge the battery prior to first use. A high power DC jack is provided; we recommend that this is used to charge the device.
4. BASIC USAGE INSTRUCTIONS The Algiz RT7 runs Android Lollipop (5.1.1). The Algiz RT7 is packed with the same features you would expect in a feature-rich tablet/smartphone. The device provides the intuitive Android user interface with no modifications. If you are already familiar with any Android device, then you will feel right at home using this device. The Algiz RT7 can be used in all screen orientations.
4.3. Initial Startup When the device is first powered on, it boots into the startup interface. This interface guides you step by step through the device setup process. You can configure the language of usage, time zone, date & time settings. At this time, the tablet also connects to the internet using any available data network via the SIM cards. If no network is available, then you get an option to connect to any available Wi-Fi network.
4.4.1. Navigation Bar At the bottom of the screen, you will find the Navigation Bar with three soft buttons. The three buttons, in order are: 1. 2. 3. Back Button. Touching this generally takes you to the previous screen. The exact behavior may depend on the active application. Home Button. Touching this takes you to the home screen. "Recent Apps" Button. Touching this shows you the running applications. You may directly switch to another application by touching on it. 4.5.
4.6. Lock Screen The default lock screen of sleep, this screen becomes visible. FIGURE 4.4. LOCK SCREEN For ready reference, the lock screen shows the status of the SIM cards on the top. 20 Ver 1.
4.7. Quick Settings Common settings may be quickly accessing using "Quick Settings". To access Quick Settings, simply swipe down from the top of the screen. From Quick Settings screen brightness, connect to Wi-Fi networks, Bluetooth devices and SIM networks, as well as control automatic screen rotation. FIGURE 4.5. QUICK SETTINGS 4.7.1. Adjusting Screen Brightness In Quick Settings, drag the slider to set the screen brightness. 4.7.2. Control Wi-Fi Touch the Wi-Fi icon to quickly enable/disable Wi-Fi.
4.8. Make a Phone Call/SMS Use the Phone app to make phone calls. This app shows the call history as well. Use the headset included with the device for comfort. The button on the headset can be used to accept/reject/hang-up calls. The Hangouts app can be used to send/receive SMS. 4.8.1. Pair a Bluetooth headset A Bluetooth headset may be used during phone calls for maximum comfort. To use a Bluetooth headset, you is paired, it will be used during phone calls. 4.9.
4.16. Factory Reset To reset the device to the default state, you may use the Factory Reset functionality. Note that this will remove all installed apps and data. The factory reset option is available from Settings | Backup and Reset. This tablet includes a safety feature known as "factory reset permission". If any Google Account is associated with the device, then you will need to login to that account when the device reboots post the factory reset.
5.1.1. Wi-Fi To perform Wi-Fi related settings select the "Wi-Fi" option under Wireless & network group in settings as shown in When the tablet is powered ON for the first time Wi-Fi will be OFF as shown in connect to Wi-Fi network: 1. 2. 3. - To Turn ON Wi-Fi. If a password is required to connect to the network, then you will be prompted to enter the password, as shown in If the device is successfully able to connect to the network, then the network status is shown, as in in Figure 5.
FIGURE 5.5. PASSWORD TO CONNECT FIGURE 5.6. WIFI CONNECTED STATUS 5.1.2. Bluetooth Bluetooth related settings are under the "Bluetooth" option under "Wireless & network settings" group, as shown Prior to using a Bluetooth device, you need to pair the device with the tablet, as follows: 1. 2. 3. Turn on Bluetooth. Now, you can You can do additional operations like renaming the device, Refresh, View all received files by touching menu icon on top-right corner see Figure 5.12, 25 Ver 1.
FIGURE 5.7. BLUETOOTH SETTINGS FIGURE 5.8. BLUETOOTH OFF FIGURE 5.9. AVAILABLE DEVICE LIST FIGURE 5.10. PAIR REQUEST 26 Ver 1.
Figure 5.11. Paired devices list FIGURE 5.12. BLUETOOTH SETTINGS MENU 27 Ver 1.
Configurable Bluetooth Power Class The Bluetooth interface on the Algiz RT7 may be configured to run at two power levels: Class 2 operation. This is the default, and provides a short range of operation. Class 1 operation. This is a high power mode, providing a longer range of operation. To make effective use of the higher power, both devices must operate in Class 1.
FIGURE 5.14. SELECT POWER CLASS FIGURE 5.15. BLUETOOTH STATUS 29 Ver 1.
5.1.3. SIM cards The Algiz RT7 supports up to two SIM cards in a Dual SIM, Dual Standby (DSDS) configuration. The SIM cards screen (see allows you to configure your preferences for the inserted SIM cards. Either SIM card may be individually enabled/disabled, you may also configure preferred SIM to use for data or voice calls. FIGURE 5.16. SIM CARDS 5.1.4. Ethernet To connect to an Ethernet network, use the "Ethernet" option under Wireless & networks settings.
To configure the static IP: 1. 2. 3. Change "Ethernet IP Assignment" option to "Static IP". Select "Static IP Settings" as shown in Enter the values in Static IP configuration dialog as shown You can see the information about the Ethernet port by selecting "properties" option in menu at the top-right corner. A dialog pops up with information. This dialog shows the MAC address of the Ethernet port, as shown in FIGURE 5.17. ETHERNET OPTIONS FIGURE 5.18. ETHERNET IP ASSIGNMENT METHODS 31 Ver 1.
FIGURE 5.19. STATIC IP CONFIGURATION DIALOG FIGURE 5.20. ETHERNET PROPERTIES 32 Ver 1.
5.1.5. Network Selection Policy The data networks on the tablet, in order of priority, are Ethernet (highest) Wi-Fi SIM based networks (lowest) Only one data network may be active on the tablet at a time. When a connection to any network of higher priority is available, then the lower priority networks are disabled automatically. As an example, when Wi-Fi is enabled, it takes priority over 2G/3G/4G networks.
5.2.1. Display The "Display" option under Device settings allows you to set below display properties for your tablet (shown in 1. Brightness level - Adjust the slider to set the brightness level (see 2. Adaptive brightness - Enabling this option sets the brightness level of the screen appropriately for the available light.
FIGURE 5.24. SLEEP TIME OPTIONS 5.2.2. Sound & notification This option allows you to control below sound and notification properties for your tablet (shown in Figure 5.25, 1. Sound a. Media volume - to set volume for media file such as videos, audio songs etc. by scrolling from left to right. b. c. d. e. Alarm volume - to set volume for alarm ring. f. g. h. Phone ringtone - to set phone ringtone from list of ringtones available. Ring volume - to set volume for phone ring tone.
FIGURE 5.25. SOUND & NOTIFICATION SETTINGS 5.2.3. Storage It displays total space allowed to store under internal storage, currently available space and list of all applications using internal storage with space used as shown in FIGURE 5.26. INTERNAL STORAGE SETTINGS It displays total space allowed to use, currently available space in SD card. 36 Ver 1.
Unmount SD card - to unmount the SD card before removing it, to avoid data loss. Erase SD card - to remove all the data stored in the SD card. FIGURE 5.27. SDCARD STORAGE SETTINGS It displays total space allowed to use, currently available space in USB storage. Unmount USB storage - to unmount the USB device before removing it, to avoid data loss. Erase USB storage - to remove all the data stored in the USB. FIGURE 5.28. USB STORAGE SETTINGS 37 Ver 1.
5.2.4. Battery This option allows you to view the current battery status and usage as shown in It also shows the percentage of battery used by screen and other applications since last full charge. You can do refresh for the current battery status using REFRESH option on top-right corner. You can enable "Battery saver" option in menu. Using "Turn on automatically" option you can specify when battery saver should turn on automatically (at 5% battery, at 15% battery or never).
FIGURE 5.30. USB HOST SETTINGS FIGURE 5.31. ENABLE USB PORT 5.2.6. Barcode The barcode settings option allows you to enable/disable list of symbologies supported by barcode scanner. These may be individually enabled as shown All supported symbologies are enabled by default. FIGURE 5.32. BARCODE SYMBOLOGIES 39 Ver 1.
5.2.7. Apps By using Apps settings you can view and manage applications. Here you can view all the applications installed in your tablet. To view category vise like Downloaded, On SD card, running scroll from right to left.
FIGURE 5.35. APPLICATIONS RAM USAGE 5.3. Personal You can set language, location, security, backup for your tablet and add Google account details using options shown in FIGURE 5.36. PERSONAL SETTINGS 5.3.1. Location When Location is turned ON, you can select the following option in location mode as shown in Figure 5.37, High accuracy mode - uses GPS, Wi-Fi and cellular networks to determine the location. Battery saving mode - uses Wi-Fi and cellular networks to determine the location.
FIGURE 5.37. LOCATION MODE To enable u-Blox GPS module: Turn Off Location. Touch "GPS Device" option and select "uBlox". Go to Location mode, then select the u-Blox platform model under Enhanced location as shown in - Selecting uBlox platform model gives uBlox module a hint about the mobility of the user. Appropriate value can enable the module to generate better location. FIGURE 5.38. U-BLOX PLATFORM MODEL 42 Ver 1.
5.3.2. Security You can use below options to manage the security on your tablet: Screen Security - provides options to set security to touch screen. ◦ Screen lock - you can set Swipe, Pattern, PIN or Password to unlock the screen. ◦ Owner info - you can set a text to display on lock screen, by checking "Show owner info on lock screen" checkbox. ◦ Smart Lock - you can set smart lock only when screen lock is set.
5.4. System System settings allows you to set system properties such as date & time, accessibility etc. as shown in Figure FIGURE 5.39. SYSTEM SETTINGS 5.4.1. Date & time You can do following operations as shown in Set date and time manually Select the time zone Enable 24-hour time format Enable automatic date & time update Enable automatic time zone selection FIGURE 5.40. DATE & TIME SETTINGS 5.4.2. Printing You can install the printer service to access it. 44 Ver 1.
5.4.3. Accessibility The accessibility settings allows you to do following operations: Configure the hot keys Set captions Enable magnification gesture Set large text Set High contrast text Enable power button ends call Enable Auto-rotate screen Enable speek passwords Text to speech conversion Set delay for touch & hold Invert the color 5.4.4.
FIGURE 5.41. ABOUT TABLET 5.5. User Configurable Hotkeys The Algiz RT7 includes four user configurable hotkeys. Each hotkey can be configured for the following functions: Android Back Key Android Home Key Scan barcode (using the barcode scanner) Launch an Application Deactivated Hotkey configurations is access from the Settings application, under "Accessibility". Each of the four keys can be configured independently, as 46 Ver 1.
FIGURE 5.42. HOTKEY CONFIGURATION If you select to launch an application, then another dialog will be presented, where you will need to select the application to launch. Once selected, the change is effective immediately. FIGURE 5.43. CHOOSE THE APPLICATION TO LAUNCH 47 Ver 1.
5.6. Applications Your tablet is pre-installed with several useful applications: Calculator for simple calculations on the go. Clock to keep a tab on time and setup alarms. Calendar to maintain your calendar, and keep it synced online. Camera to record up-to 8 megapixel picture, or capture 1080p videos. Email for connecting to your email provided. Gmail for email via your google account. File Explorer to navigate around the storage on the device. Keep for taking notes.
6. STORAGE Storage is a place where your data, applications, media files etc are stored. This tablet comes with an internal storage and supports external storage through SD card and USB drive. 6.1. Internal Storage This tablet comes with 16 GB internal storage capacity, in which the operating system and built-in applications are stored. When you install any application by default it stores in internal storage.
To view the files stored in connected USB device, use the File Explorer app. 7. INPUT 7.1. Touch Screen The touch-screen features an anti-glare coating. Five point touch is supported. Common gestures like pinch-zoom can be used. 7.2. USB Input devices You can use USB keyboard or USB mouse as USB input device. To use USB Input device follow below steps as mentioned in Chapter 12, USB. 1. 2. 3. Connect the device to the tablet through the USB host port. Select "USB Host" option in Settings.
8. COMMUNICATION 8.1. Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet port on the device allows you to connect to Ethernet. The Ethernet port is located on the right s It is recommended to use Ethernet cables with length less than 3 meters. FIGURE 8.1. ETHERNET PORT FIGURE 8.2. ETHERNET CABLE INSERTION Once tablet is connected to Ethernet cable, the connection status is shown on the status bar: • A white Ethernet icon means that the tablet is connected to the Ethernet network.
8.2. Wireless Communication 8.2.1. Bluetooth This tablet supports Bluetooth communication 10m and 100m. To do Bluetooth communication with other device, you need to pair it with this tablet ( 52 Ver 1.
Bluetooth file transfer To transfer a file to paired device using Bluetooth: 1. Turn ON Bluetooth. 2. Select the file to transfer. 3. Touch the Bluetooth icon on top- 4. Once the connection is successful, it starts transferring the file. You can see the file sending notification on screen. If the file transfer is successful, you can see the file listed under outbound transfers (shown in Figure 8.3, ication.
FIGURE 8.6. ACCEPT FILE REQUEST FIGURE 8.7. BLUETOOTH INBOUND TRANSFERS FIGURE 8.8. BLUETOOTH FILES 8.2.2. Wi-Fi This tablet supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n. To use any available Wi-Fi network, setup Wi-Fi as shown in Section Sometimes, you may want to know the MAC address of the Wi-Fi interface. This is available from Settings → About Tablet →Status →Wi-Fi MAC address 54 Ver 1.
9. LOCATION 9.1. Internal GPS The device uses the Qualcomm iZat GPS by default. The currently enabled GPS can be checked, using the "GPS Device" option under Settings | Location. shows the currently enabled GPS module. 9.2. u-Blox GPS Module The u-Blox GPS module can be enabled when needed, as mentioned in FIGURE 9.1. CHOOSE GPS DEV 55 Ver 1.
10. RFID 10.1. NFC You can use NFC (Near Field Communication) to exchange data when your tablet touches another device. Enable NFC option in Wireless & networks settings as shown To exchange data using NFC: Turn ON NFC and Android beam on both devices. Go to screen which contains information to exchange. Move your tablet towards back of other device. One a connection is established, you will hear a sound. Touch screen to transfer the data. FIGURE 10.1. ENABLING NFC 56 Ver 1.
10.2. Arcontia RFID Module (eTicket version only) The eTicket version of Algiz RT7 is equipped with an Arcontia RFID reader. This can be tested using the included "RFID test" application, as shown in Figure 10.2. FIGURE 10.2. RFID TEST APPLICATION 57 Ver 1.
11. BARCODE SCANNER If any of the hotkeys is mapped to scan a barcode, then the barcode scanner can be activated on a touch of that hotkey. The red LED aimer turns ON shortly after the hotkey is pressed. The user needs to keep the hotkey pressed for the duration of the scanning. The scanning remains active till a barcode is found, or the user releases the hotkey, or ten seconds have elapsed (i.e. timeout), whichever is earlier.
12. USB A dedicated A-type USB host port is available on the device. The following types of USB devices may be connected to it USB storage devices like disk drives & pen drives. USB keyboard or USB mouse. The user need to connect the USB peripherals through USB host port in right side panel shown in Figure 12.1, FIGURE 12.1.
