PX501 Gen III User's Manual
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Table of Contents About This Manual Related Information .....................................................................................1 Conventions ................................................................................................1 Basic Safety Guidelines Intended Use ...............................................................................................2 Maintenance and Operation Overview ........................................................2 Safety ........................
Using the Digitizer .....................................................................................23 Removing the Protective Film from the Display .........................................24 Chapter 3. Operation Opening the I/O Compartment Cover ........................................................25 Closing the I/O Compartment Cover ..........................................................26 Connecting to External Cabling .................................................................
About This Manual The PX501 User’s Manual provides instruction for qualified personnel to follow when setting up a new PX501 device. This document is intended for use by qualified personnel to compliment the training and expertise, not to replace it. Related Information Current information and manuals are available for download at the following website: http://www.ruggon.com Conventions Bolded or underlined text is used to emphasize the designated information.
Basic Safety Guidelines The following safety guidelines are intended to help protect the user from injury and prevent damage to the hardware. ■ Do not place anything on the AC adapters power cable and make sure the cable is not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on. ■ Do not cover the AC adaptor as it reduces the cooling. ■ Do not use the AC adapter while it is inside the carrying case. ■ Use only the AC adapter, power cord, and batteries that are approved for use with the device.
Safety To prevent injury and damage, read the following safety guidelines prior to operating the device. The manufacturer assumes no liability for any and all damages arising from misuse or noncompliance with these guidelines. Electrical Hazards Cleaning/Servicing: Power Off the PX501 ■ Disconnect the PX501 from power before cleaning or servicing it. Power Adapter Contact an authorized service personnel for repairs to the power pack.
Radio Transmissions Permitted Transmission Power Follow the national regulations for the maximum permitted transmission power. The operator is solely responsible for this type of operation. Radio Frequency Limited Locations Considering the radio frequency limitation in hospitals and aircraft, the PX501 can only be installed with permission. Industrial computers may affect the function of implanted medical devices such as pacemakers and may cause malfunction.
Labeling Requirements This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. RF Exposure Information (SAR) This device meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : 1. l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage 2. 'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES- 003.
CE Marking This product has passed the CE test for environmental specifications when shielded cables are used for external wiring. We recommend the use of shielded cables. Please contact your local representative for ordering information. This product has passed the CE test for environmental specifications. Test conditions for passing included the equipment being operated within an industrial enclosure.
Introduction Chapter 1. Introduction The PX501 is a rugged device equipped with 802.11, Bluetooth and GNSS for wireless data communications. The PX501 is a rugged 10.1” tablet computer capable of 1920 x 1200 resolution. The PX501 supports the following operating systems: ■ Windows® 10 IoT Enterprise CBB About This Guide The PX501 User Manual provides instruction for qualified personnel to use as a guide for setup of the device.
Introduction Item Description Wireless WLAN Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth Bluetooth V4.2 WWAN (Optional) Option 4G LTE Sensor Sensor Gyroscope, G Sensor, E-compass, Light Sensor I/O Docking Connector 12-pin DC-IN Jack x1 Micro SIM Card Slot x1 Audio Jack x1; headphone / microphone combo USB 3.01 x2; type A x1, type C x1 RS-232 x1 Micro HDMI x1 Ethernet x1 Security TPM TPM 1.
Introduction Item Description Rugged Specifications Drop 153 cm (5 feet), 26 drops on plywood ■ ■ ■ MIL-STD 810G ■ ■ Vibration (MIL-STD-810G Method 514.6 Category 4, Fig 514.6C-1, Fig 514.6C-2, Fig 514.6C-3) Drop (MIL-STD-810G Method 516.6 Procedure IV) Mechanical shock (MIL-STD-810G Method 516.6 Procedure I, Procedure V) Operation and storage temperature (MIL-STD-810G Method 501.5 and 502.5) Humidity MIL-STD-810G Method 507.5 Humidity Procedure II Aggravated Cycles (Fig 507.
Introduction Parts List The PX501 is shipped with the following items. All other accessories are sold and ordered separately. For help, contact your local RuggON sales representative. See “Contacting RuggON” on page 52.
Introduction Identifying the Device Overview Figure 1. Overview Table 2. Overview No 1 0 Item Description 1 Left view See “Side View” on page 13 for further information. 2 Front view See “Front View” on page 11 for further information. 3 Rear view See “Rear View” on page 14 for further information. 4 Right view See “Side View” on page 13 for further information.
Introduction Front View 1 14 13 12 2 fn f1 f2 fn 3 4 5 6 11 10 9 8 7 Figure 2. Front View Table 3. Front View No Item Description 1 Front camera 2.0 Mega-Pixels camera. 2 Touch screen 5-point capacitive touch. 3 Barcode trigger If barcode scanner is installed, press to scan. 4 Battery LED Display battery status, see “LED Status” on page 12. 5 Wi-Fi LED The Wi-Fi LED lights to indicate Wi-Fi is enabled. 6 FN LED The FN LED lights when the function switch on.
Introduction LED Status Table 4. LED Status Item Status Power Battery FN Wi-Fi Description Green: On Power on Off Power off Green: On Fully charged Amber: On Charging Amber: Blinking Low power < 15% Off Not charging / no battery Blue: On FN function switch on Blue: Off FN function switch off Blue: On Wi-Fi on Blue: Off Wi-Fi off 1 Bottom View 2 3 Figure 3. Bottom View Table 5.
Introduction Side View Left view Right view 8 ON OFF SIM SD 3.0 3 1 2 911 5 6 5 6 7 10 13 4 Figure 4. Side Views Table 6. Side View No Item Description 1 Micro HDMI Connect HDMI devices to the PX501. 2 USB 3.1 Type C Connect USB devices to the PX501. 3 4 5 Left I/O compartment cover Tether hole Open to access the left I/O port. Digitizer or stylus can be tethered to it. Connect USB devices to the PX501. 8 USB 3.
Introduction Rear View 1 2 3 4 5 5 7 6 Figure 5. Rear View Table 7. Rear View No Item Description 1 Battery To install a battery, an external battery is optional. 2 Rear camera 5.0 Mega-Pixels camera with LED auxiliary light. 3 Barcode reader For installing a barcode reader. (Optional) 4 Fan Embedded fan for cooling. 5 Securing holes Secure the bumpers and the D-rings for the handstrap and shoulder strap.
Introduction Dimensions The following image lists the device dimensions without add-ons (mm/inches). 280 / 11 28 / 11 fn 195 / 7.7 f1 f2 7 7. / . fn Figure 7. Front View Dimensions 2.3 / /0.9 23 0.9 Figure 8.
Introduction Touch Screen Features Always use the point of the digitizer for clicking or making strokes on the touch screen. Never use an actual pen, pencil, or sharp/abrasive object on the touch screen. The digitizer is used as if it were a pen or pencil. Touch the screen with the tip of the digitizer then remove the digitizer from the screen. After each use, replace the digitizer in the digitizer holder for proper care and to preserve the life of the digitizer.
Getting Started Chapter 2. Getting Started This section provides an outline of the steps necessary to setup a new PX501. A detailed guide follows the listed items, see as follows. For additional technical assistance, contact your RuggON representative. See “Contacting RuggON” on page 52. It is recommended to installing or remove accessories on a clean, well-lit work surface.
Getting Started 2. Connect the AC adapter to the DC-IN port. Figure 10. Connecting the AC Adapter After charging the battery, disconnect the AC adapter and close the DC-IN cover. 1. Insert one end of the cover first and angle the cover to seat it in place. 2. Push in the cover to seal the DC-IN compartment. Figure 11. Closing the DC-IN Cover The DC-IN cover must be inserted correctly to prevent internal damage to the device.
Getting Started Powering Off the Device ■ Start screen: Tap ■ ■ > Shut down. Desktop screen: 1. Tap and hold at the bottom left corner of the Desktop screen. 2. Tap Shut down or sign out > Shut down. Both Start screen and Desktop screen: 1. Display charm bar and tap Settings. 2. Tap Power > Shut down. Installing the Micro SIM Card (Optional) The device includes a micro SIM card slot for cellular and wireless connection. Only a micro SIM card is supported in the slot.
Getting Started 4. Take the micro SIM card from its packaging. 5. Push the SIM card cover to open and place the micro SIM card to the slot. 6. Close the SIM card cover. F Figure 15. Installing the Micro SIM Card 7. Install the 4G LTE card and its antennas to the slot and close the service door. Using the Digitizer Following the information below when using a digitizer: ■ Use only the included digitizer to touch the screen.
Getting Started Removing the Protective Film from the Display The front display of the PX501 is protected during transport by a transparent film. This film should remain on the front display during assembly to avoid damage to the front display surface. Only remove the film once all of the assembly work has been completed. fn f1 f2 fn Figure 16.
Operation Chapter 3. Operation Opening the I/O Compartment Cover 1. Place the device display side down on a clean work surface. 2. Locate the I/O compartment cover. Right view Left view ON Right I/O Compartment Cover OFF SIM SD 3.0 Left I/O Compartment Cover Figure 17. Side View: Locating the I/O Compartment Cover 3. Unlock the latch. (Only available for the left I/O compartment cover) Figure 18. Unlocking the Latch 4. Pull out the I/O compartment cover. Figure 19.
Operation Closing the I/O Compartment Cover 1. Place the device display side down on a clean work surface. 2. Locate the I/O compartment cover. Left view Right view ON Right I/O Compartment Cover OFF SIM SD 3.0 Left I/O Compartment Cover Figure 20. Side View: Locating the I/O Compartment Cover 3. Flip the I/O compartment cover and install. Figure 21. Installing the I/O Compartment Cover 4. Lock the latch. (Only available for the left I/O compartment cover) Figure 22.
Operation Connecting to External Cabling To prevent damage to the device, connect all cabling and accessories before powering up the device. Connect USB Cabling The PX501 have one USB 3.1 Type C and one USB 3.1 Type A port for connecting USB devices, such as a digital camera, scanner, printer, modem, and mouse. The USB Type A port support USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 devices. 1. Open the left I/O compartment cover. See “Opening the I/O Compartment Cover” on page 25. 2. Connect to USB device via USB cable.
Operation Connect Audio Cabling For higher audio quality, you can send sound through external audio devices such as speakers, headphones, or earphone using audio connector. 1. Open the left I/O compartment cover. See “Opening the I/O Compartment Cover” on page 25. 2. Connect the audio cable. Figure 25. Connect Audio Cabling Connect Micro HDMI Cabling Connect to HDMI devices via micro HDMI cable. 1. Open the left I/O compartment cover. See “Opening the I/O Compartment Cover” on page 25. 2.
Operation Connect RS-232 Cabling Connect to RS-232 devices with an RS-232 cable. 1. Open the right I/O compartment cover. See “Opening the I/O Compartment Cover” on page 25. 2. Align the RS-232 cable with the port in the device and connect it. 3. Turn the locking screws on the cable to secure it to the device. Figure 33.
Operation 2. Install the D-rings. Make sure the D-rings are tightly secured before installing the handstrap. Figure 35. Installing the D-rings 3. Connect the handstrap on the D-rings. When the handstrap is installed, the digitizer can be placed under the strap. Figure 36.
Operation Removing the Handstrap 1. Unlock the handstrap from the D-rings. Figure 37. Removing the Handstrap 2. Remove the D-rings. Figure 38. Removing the D-rings 3. Secure the bumper and the PX501 with screws. Figure 39.
Operation Connecting the Carrying Handle 1. Attach the clips to the metal loop on the bumper. Figure 40. Connecting the Carrying Handle Removing the Carrying Handle 1. Press in the clips to release them from the metal loop. 2. Remove the clips. Figure 41. Removing the Carrying Handle Connecting the Shoulder Strap 1. Attach the clips to the metal loop on the bumper. Figure 42.
Operation Removing the Shoulder Strap 1. Press in the clips to release them from the metal loop. 2. Remove the clips. Figure 43. Removing the Shoulder Strap Installing the Standard Battery The following instructions are for both standard and external batteries. The external battery is an optional component. Only use components specifically designed for this device. Contact your local representative for ordering information.
Operation 3. Align the tabs on the battery with the slots on the chassis. 4. Angle the battery in place and set the tabs in the chassis slots. 5. Lower the raised end of the battery and press in place until an audible click is heard. Figure 45. Installing the Battery 6. Slide the locking switch on the top-left side to lock the battery. Figure 46. Locking the Battery Make sure the latch is securely locked to prevent the battery from falling. Removing the Standard Battery 1.
Operation 3. Slide the locking switch on the top-left side to the unlock position. Figure 48. Unlock the Battery 4. Press and hold the release button as shown in the image to release the battery. 5. Hold the battery and angle the left side up to remove. Figure 49. Removing the Battery Connecting to a Wireless Network Before you can make use of the PX501 wireless functions, you need to connect to a network. The following is a set of procedures for connecting to a wireless network. 1.
Operation 7. Select the network you want to connect to, and tap the Connect button. You can tap the Connect Automatically check box if you connect to this network frequently. If you connect to the network, you are finished with the process. The network is considered an Open unsecured network, no passoword is required. 8. If a password is required, type the password in the Enter the network security key field. Alternatively, you can also push the WPS button on your router to begin the security handshake.
Using BIOS Setup Utility Chapter 4.
Using BIOS Setup Utility Due to the device’s fast boot up and boot down time, there is only a small time frame of a few seconds between the release of the Power button and the opportunity to press the Windows Home key. The App Menu displays. Figure 51. BIOS Setup Utility: App Menu Screen Installation an Operating System Setting Up a Windows 7 Installation Environment There are several settings in BIOS that must be modified before you can install a Windows 7 operating system.
Using BIOS Setup Utility 4. Tap Yes to enable CSM support. Figure 52. Main > Boot Features ■ Step 2 Enable Legacy Boot 1. Access the BIOS Setup Utility, see “Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility” on page 37. 2. Navigate to APP Menu > Main > Boot Features. 3. Locate the Legacy Boot setting and tap on the menu to select On enable legacy boot. ■ Figure 53.
Using BIOS Setup Utility 1. Navigate to APP Menu > Exit and tap Exit Saving Changes. Figure 54. Exit the BIOS Utility 2. A prompt display, tap Yes to save the configuration. The BIOS settings are configured and the Windows 7 operating system can be installed.
Using BIOS Setup Utility BIOS Passwords Setting Up a Supervisor Password To setup a supervisor password, follow the procedure as described: 1. Go to APP Menu > Security > Account’s Password Status. 2. Tap the Enter icon next to Setup the Supervisor Password to access the virtual keyboard. Figure 55. Security > Account’s Password Status 3. Tap the password to use for the Supervisor profile and tap Enter. Figure 56.
Using BIOS Setup Utility 4. Verification of the password is required. Tap the same password again and tap Enter to confirm the new password. 5. Navigate to APP Menu > Exit. Figure 57. Exit Screen 6. Tap Exit Saving Changes to display the confirmation screen. 7. Tap Yes to save the new configuration settings. After setting the Supervisor password, the password is required to access the BIOS Setup Utility. Changing a Supervisor Password 1.
Using BIOS Setup Utility EC and BIOS Updating BIOS This procedure allows you to update and reflash the system BIOS. Both procedures follow the same steps as described in the following. Make sure to protect your device from power loss during the BIOS update procedure to prevent irreparable damage to your system’s mainboard. For this procedure, it is highly recommended to connect the device to the AC adapter to prevent a sudden loss of power during the BIOS updating process. 1.
Using BIOS Setup Utility 6. Tap Change PC settings. Figure 59. Change PC Settings 7. From the PC settings menu, tap Update and recovery to continue. Figure 60.
Using BIOS Setup Utility 8. From the Update and recovery screen, tap Recovery. The Advanced startup option displays. Figure 61. Recovery 9. Under Advanced startup, tap Restart now. Figure 62.
Using BIOS Setup Utility 10. Tap Use a device to select a boot up preference. Figure 63. Use a Device 11. From the Use a device menu, tap Internal Shell to open the command screen. Make sure connect the PX501 to the AC adapter to prevent a sudden loss of power. Figure 64.
Using BIOS Setup Utility 12. In the command screen, enter fs1: to select the USB device already connected to the device. The command directs you to the USB device’s root menu. Figure 65. Internal Shell Command Screen 13. If the BIOS file is in a folder and not in the root directory, navigate to the target folder. 14. Type wf (.nsh) and tap Enter. wf is the designated BIOS file. Do not turn off your device or interfere with the reflash process until the process is complete. 15.
Using BIOS Setup Utility Chapter 5. Using the DashON Utility Overview The DashON resident program is designed to provide near-instant access to your device’s settings and configuration within a single, easy to use interface. The following information illustrates and describes the various settings available for configuration through the DashON menus. Important: Do not terminate or remove the DashON program manually or the ambient light sensor and the function buttons will be malfunction.
Using the DashON Utility Using the DashON Utility Function Description Touch Screen Lock Lock or unlock the touch screen. ECO Mode Disable or enable ECO mode to save battery life when using the device. Power Plan Manage how your tablet uses power. Info Viewer View system specifications. The menu is for display only. Display Switch Choose a display mode when connect to another output device. Pass-through Switch Switch the usage of internal antenna or external antenna on vehicle docking.
Troubleshooting Chapter 6. Troubleshooting Use the troubleshooting tables in this section to fix problems with the Wi-Fi connection, 802.1x security, or general problems with operating the computer. If you send the computer in for service, it is your responsibility to save the computer data and configuration. RuggON is responsible only for ensuring that the hardware matches the original configuration when repairing or replacing the computer.
Troubleshooting Troubleshoot Operating the Computer Use this section to troubleshoot problems that may prevent you from being able to operate the computer. Q. A. You press the Power button and nothing happens. Make sure that power is connected to the computer. Q. The computer appears to be locked up and you cannot enter A. Restart the computer. data. Call Product Support Simple instructions please contact the dealer, contact ruggon representative, or leave a message visit the RuggON website at www.
Maintenance Chapter 7. Maintenance Cleaning the Device Danger to electric shock when cleaning or maintaining the PX501. To avoid electric shock, turn the PX501 off and disconnect it from the power supply before cleaning or maintaining it. Housing ■ The housing of the PX501 is best cleaned with a damp cloth. ■ Use compressed air, a high-pressure cleaner or vacuum cleaner may damage the surface.
