allegro owner’s manual 3
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Contents 1 Getting Started The Anatomy of the Allegro 3 Perform Initial Tasks Turn the Allegro 3 on and Off 2 Standard Features Operating System Display and Touchscreen Keyboard Features Power Management LED Activity Indicators Data Storage Options Connector I/O Module Audio Features Sleep, Power Off, Lock up, and Recovery Bluetooth® Wireless Communication Wi-Fi Wireless Networking 3 3G Data Modem GSM Modem Connection Problems Wireless Safety Maintenance of Your Modem A Storage, Maintenance and Recycl
C Warnings and Regulatory Information Product Warnings Certifications and Standards D Specifications Allegro 3 Rugged Handheld Specifications Index iv Allegro 3 Rugged Handheld Owner’s Manual 34 35 40
1 Getting Started
Getting Started The Allegro 3 Rugged Handheld™ powered by Android features Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and an alphanumeric keyboard. Standard accessories include a lithium-ion battery pack, AC wall charger, USB micro client sync cable, hand strap, and a capacitive blunt tip stylus and tether. A camera, GPS/ GNSS, and cellular data modem are options.
Battery Compartment and Card Slots 1 1 Battery Door, Screws 2 Battery Pack 3 Mini SIM Card Slot 2 4 Micro SD/SDXC Card Slot 5 Battery Compartment 6 Connector Module Protector 3 4 5 6 Connector I/O Module 7 1 USB Client, Micro B 2 Audio Jack, for Microphone, Speaker, or Stereo Output, 3.
Apply a Screen Protector (Optional) The touchscreen is extremely scratch-resistant, so a screen protector is not included with the Allegro 3. If you decide to apply one, refer to the installation instructions included with the screen protector for specific details. Install the Battery Pack, SD Card, and Mini SIM Card The Allegro 3 uses a rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack. Install and charge the battery pack sing the instructions that follow.
3. Place the Li-Ion battery pack in the compartment. Make sure the + and - symbols on the battery pack label align with the symbols inside the compartment. Line up the symbols on the case and the battery pack as shown 4. Replace the door and tighten the screws. 5. Plug the AC wall power charger that came with the Allegro 3 into a wall socket. Plug the other end into the DC power jack on the Allegro 3. The red LED on the keyboard blinks when the battery pack is charging.
Turn the Allegro 3 on and Off To turn the Allegro 3 on, press and release the power key. The handheld powers on and begins the startup process. This takes several seconds. When it is complete, the Lock screen is shown. Swipe up on this screen to unlock it. The primary Home screen is shown.
2 Standard Features
Standard Features This chapter discusses the standard features included on all Allegro 3 models. Operating System This Allegro 3 is powered by the Android operating system. If you need additional information about Android, there is a wealth of information on the internet. Home Screen The Home screen consists of the following elements: Status Bar and Icons Favorites Tray Web Links Navigation Bar (Back, Home, Recent) Power Off or Restart Press and briefly hold the power button.
certain apps on and off (Bluetooth). Swipe left to see more options. To close it, swipe the tray up. Operating System Languages The Android operating system is available in multiple languages. Select Settings > Languages & input > Language to view the options and make a selection. Some unique Mesa 2 settings and apps like Touch Control and the Barcode Connector are only available in English. Display and Touchscreen The Allegro 3 has a bright color display and capacitive touchscreen.
A hard-tipped stylus will not work. Other third party styli might work with the Mesa 2 touch profiles, but we cannot guarantee it. Keyboard Features The Allegro 3 has a numeric keypad, function keys, and a QWERTY keyboard. The keys are sealed and have backlight illumination. Some keys are programmable.
Shift command Shift, one key press CAPS lock, two key presses Release CAPS lock, three key presses Shift + numeric key press to get special characters: 1=!, 2=@, 3=#, 4=$, 5=%, 6=^, 7=&, 8=*,9=(, 0=) Power Suspend or resume, one key press Open Power Menu, press and hold Power Management The Allegro 3 uses a Li-Ion rechargeable battery pack. ! CAUTION: Only use batteries designed for the Allegro 3 from an approved vendor. Use of non-approved batteries may void your product warranty.
Battery packs last approximately 1,000 to 3,000 charging cycles before they need to be replaced. This is impacted by applications and environmental factors. The Allegro 3 is designed to run in either of two power states, battery power, or external power with battery installed. The unit is not designed to run on external power without a battery. Doing so can damage internal components of your unit and void the warranty.
Data Storage Options Flash Data Storage The Allegro 3 has 16 GB of internal flash data storage. Go to Settings > Storage to see how much storage is available, and how it is being used (storing Apps or Images, for example). SD Card Slot Additional storage can be added with an SD/SDXC card. The SD card slot is located in the battery compartment. To insert or remove a card, follow these steps: ! CAUTION: Always power off the handheld before removing the battery.
Connector I/O Module The Allegro 3 connector I/O module has the following jacks and connectors: 6 1 2 3 1. 4 5 USB client, micro B 2. Audio jack: 3.5mm; supports speaker, microphone or stereo output (pin detect) 3. USB host, full size A 4. Docking pin contacts 5. 9-pin serial port, D-sub connector, 5VDC @500 mA 6. Power input jack: 12 to 24VDC for power input and battery charging The connector I/O module is user-replaceable. Contact our sales department or your supplier for details.
Sleep, Power Off, Lock up, and Recovery Putting the Allegro 3 to Sleep The Allegro 3 goes to sleep after a minute by default. When the tablet is in a sleep state, it is still powered, but in a minimum run state. 1. To put the Allegro 3 to sleep, press and release the power key. While the screen immediately darkens, may take a minute or more to reduce power consumption to its lowest level. 2. To wake the Allegro 3 from a sleep state, press and release the power key again.
Powering Off for Long-Term Storage To power off the Allegro 3 for long-term storage (two weeks or more), follow these steps: 1. Power off the Allegro 3 as described in the previous section. 2. Press and hold the power button for 20 seconds. This disconnects the batteries from the system. 3. Take out the battery pack and store it in a cool, dry location. 4. When you are ready to power on the Allegro 3, replace the battery pack.
from the device. Tap RESET TABLET at the bottom of the screen to begin the process. This operation can take up to an hour for some models. When the process is complete, all changes that have been made by the user are removed. Bluetooth® Wireless Communication The Allegro 3 has built-in Bluetooth® wireless technology, allowing you to connect it to other wireless devices with Bluetooth technology.
Wi-Fi Wireless Networking The Allegro 3 has built-in Wi-Fi wireless networking to connect to the internet or an office network. Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network To use Wi-Fi, you need to be in range of a Wi-Fi access point to make a connection. To set up Wi-Fi, follow these steps: 1. Go to Settings > Wi-Fi and tap Off in the upper left hand corner to toggle it on. You can also pull down the Quick Settings Tray and tap the Wi-Fi symbol to turn it on. Tap the word Wi-Fi underneath the symbol.
3 4G Data Modem
4G Data Modem The 4G data modem is an option for Allegro 3 Geo models, adding Wide Area Network data modem capability. The modem is installed at the factory. The modem is a cellular data modem, 4G LTE with 3G HSPA+ fallback, type GSM/UMTS. It is five band modem compatible. The modem operates in different modes, depending on the wireless provider and the signal strength. Data speeds vary anywhere from 10 or 20 Kbps when using GPRS to over 1 Mbps when using HSDPA.
Install the SIM Card To insert or remove a card, follow these steps: ! CAUTION: Always power off the handheld before removing the battery. Failure to do so may cause loss of data or damage to the handheld. 1. Power off the handheld by holding the power button until the Power Button menu appears and selecting Power Off. Ensure that your unit is not plugged in to external power. 2. The mini SIM card slot is located in the battery compartment. Loosen the screws to the door and remove it.
Connection Problems If the connection fails to automatically configure, there might not be a signal where you are located. You can try repeating the set up process. Wireless Safety RF Interference Issues It is important to follow any special regulations regarding the use of radio equipment due in particular to the possibility of radio frequency (RF), interference. Follow the safety advice given below carefully. Switch OFF your cell modem when in an aircraft.
A Storage, Maintenance and Recycling
Storage, Maintenance, and Recycling Follow the instructions in this chapter to properly maintain and recycle the Allegro 3. Storing the Allegro 3 and Battery Pack When the handheld is not being charged and is suspended, it draws a small amount of power. This power draw is used to maintain the memory (RAM) of the handheld in the same state it was when it was suspended. We recommend charging the handheld each night or weekend when it is in suspend mode.
Protecting the Touchscreen Protect the touchscreen from impact, pressure, or abrasive substances that could damage it. To further protect the touchscreen, apply a screen protector (optional accessory). To apply a screen protector, follow the directions that come with it in the package. ! CAUTION: Be sure to replace the screen protector as often as the screen protector instructions recommend. Cleaning the Allegro 3 Touchscreen 1.
Safe Cleaners to Use You can clean the Allegro 3 safely with the following cleaners: Windex ® (S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.) Formula 409 ® (Clorox) Citrus Wonder, Organic Cleaner (Mer-Maids) Citrus All Purpose Cleaner (Wonder Tablitz) Orange Clean ® (Orange Glo International) Fantastik ® OxyPower ® (S.C. Johnson @ Son, Inc.) ! Greased Lightening ® Multi-Purpose Cleaner and Degreaser Oil Eater Orange Cleaner Citrus Degreaser (Kafko Intl., Ltd.
B Warranty and Repair Information
Limited Product Warranty Juniper Systems, Inc. (“JS”) warrants that the Allegro 3 Rugged Handheld shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship, under normal intended use, for a period of 24 months from the date of shipment.
This warranty is exclusive and JS will not assume and hereby expressly disclaims any further warranties, whether express or implied, including, without limitation, any warranty as to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, noninfringement or any warranties arising from the course of performance, dealing, or usage of trade. JS specifically makes no warranties as to the suitability of its products for any particular application.
responsibility and/or liability of JS shall, in connection with a warranted product, be limited in the maximum amount to the original purchase price. Warranty Repairs To obtain warranty repair or service on the Allegro 3, submit a repair order on our website at http://www.junipersys.com/ Juniper-Systems/support/Repairs or contact an authorized repair center within the applicable warranty period.
Parts that are excessively worn are not covered under all warranty plans. These may include, but are not limited to, the keyboard elastomer and switch matrix, hand straps, touchscreens, and connector modules. Warranty Information Warranty information for the Allegro 3 Rugged Handheld is located on our website at http://www.junipersys.com/ Juniper-Systems/support/Warranty. You can evaluate and order warranty extensions, check warranty status, and view warranty terms and conditions.
System Information for your Allegro 3 When you contact a repair center, you need some unique system ID information for your Allegro 3 (serial number, model number, etc.). Go to Settings > About this device. Information about software, hardware, the battery, the network and radio, regulatory information, and legal information can be viewed.
C Warnings and Regulatory Information
Product Warnings Follow the warnings listed below to use the AG3 (Allegro 3) and accessories safely. ! Battery Warnings WARNING! This device comes with a lithium ion rechargeable battery pack. To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or expose the battery pack to fire. Do not disassemble or open, crush, bend or deform, puncture or shred.
! Wall Charger Warnings WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, electrical shock, fire or damage to the equipment: Plug the wall charger into an electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times. Do not place anything on the wall charger cord or any of the other cables. Arrange them so that no one may accidentally step on or trip over them. Do not pull on a cord or cable. When unplugging the wall charger from the electrical outlet, pull on the plug, not the cord.
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Radio Frequency Safety This device has been evaluated for use in close proximity to the body. Use only accessories approved by Juniper Systems. The use of third party accessories may not comply with FCC and international RF exposure requirements. To comply with FCC and other national RF exposure requirements do not co-locate this device with other transmitters. This device operates in compliance with the FCC radio frequency exposure limits for an uncontrolled environment.
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D Specifications
Allegro 3 Rugged Handheld Specifications FEATURE Operating System SPECIFICATION Android™ 7 AOSP by Google English, French, German, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, (see complete list) Processor 1.2GHz ARM Cortex A9 i.MX6 Memory 2 GB RAM 16 GB flash storage Primary Data Storage Micro SD/SDHC Card Slot Physical Features Display Micro SD/SDXC card slot, user accessible Dimensions, standard: 5,4” wide x 10.2” long x 1.6” thick (138 mm x 255 mm x 40 mm) Weight: Standard - 2.
FEATURE SPECIFICATION Touchscreen Keyboard Batteries Connector I/O Module Wireless Connectivity Capacitive touch interface Chemically-strengthened glass Scratch-resistant Touch control options (finger, stylus, wet) Alphanumeric QWERTY keyboard Modifier keys Programmable keys and LEDs Backlight On-screen keyboard option Rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack, 3.6VDC 12000mAh, 43.
FEATURE SPECIFICATION Audio LED Activity Indicators Temperature Specifications Shock Resistance Environmental Ratings and Standards Warranties Speaker, loud and clear Microphone, low noise 3.5mm audio jack, supports stereo headset and microphone at the same time (speaker disable) Red: power applied/charging status Green: notification, application programmable Blue: application programmable Operating Temperature: –22° to 140° F (–30° to 60° C).
FEATURE Software Included SPECIFICATION Barcode Connector Calculator Calendar Camera Clock Contacts Downloads Email Files Gallery Geode Connect Music Opera RFID Connector Search Settings Sound Recorder Note: Software on individual units may vary from this list.
FEATURE 4G Data Modem (Geo model option) SPECIFICATION GPS/GNSS (Geo models) Certifications and Standards 4G LTE with 3G HSPA+ fallback Integrated Cinterion PH8P module (Pentaband Worldwide), 800/850/ 900/1800/1900/2100 MHz data speeds, UMTS/HSPA+3GPP Does not support voice calls or SMS Communicates on GSM-based networks Supports mini-SIM card only High-sensitivity GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, SBAS receiver A
FEATURE Barcode Scanner (Geo Barcode model option) SPECIFICATION Standard Accessories Imager and Decoder: Motorola/ Symbol SE4500 imager and PL3307C 400MHz decoder Sensor Resolution: 752 X 480 Field of View: Horizontal 40°, vertical 25° Reading Angles: Skew & pitch ±60°, roll 360° Read Range: 1” to 24” depending on code type, size, and density Aiming Crosshair Pattern: Visible with low light illumination Symbologies: All common 1D, 2D
FEATURE Optional Accessories SPECIFICATION Shoulder strap Serial cable Vehicle charging adaptor Holster case Flip cover fitted case 8GB micro SDHC memory card Premium screen protectors See your sales associate for more details on optional accessories. Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Index
Index Symbols 4G Data Modem 20 A Anatomy of the Rugged Handheld 2 Android 2–53, 8–53, 9–53, 18–53 B Battery Pack Battery Life 11 Specifications 41 Storage 24 Warnings 34 C Camera Specifications 43 Care and Maintenance Cleaning 25 Storage 24 Cautions 11, 13, 21, 25, 26, 31 Certifications and Standards 35 Cleaning 25 Connector Module 14 Cleaning 25 D Data Modem 20 Declaration of Conformity 37 Display Backlight 9 Settings 9 E Equipment Warnings 35 F Features Standard 8 48 Allegro 3 Rugged Handheld Owner’
G Geode Connect 43-44 GPS/GNSS 44 GSM Modem 20 H Hold to Zoom. See Zoom in on Display Home Screen 8 L Limitation of Liability 29 M Microphone 14, 42 Microsoft® Windows® Embedded Handheld 6.5.3 40 Modem 20 N Notifications 8 O Operating System 40 P Powering Off and On 15 Power Management Battery Pack 11 Charging Battery Packs 12 Power Off 15 Product Warnings 34 Program Buttons.
S Screen Protector 4 SD Cards 13 SIM Card 3, 4 Sleep 15 Speaker 42 Specifications 40–47 Status Bar 8 Storing the Mesa 2 16 Storing the Rugged Handheld and Battery Pack 24 System Information 20, 31, 32 T Temperature Specifications 42 Touchscreen 9–11 Protecting the Touchscreen 25 Settings 9 Specifications 41 Touch Control Setting 9 U Updates, Operating System and Documentation 9 USB Client 14, 44 USB Host 14 W Warnings 34, 35 Warranty 28–31 Exclusions 28 Extended Warranties 30 Limitation of Liability 29 R
