PM-521 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 ....................
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 ..................................................................27 Handstrap, Carrying Handle and Shoulder Strap .......................................
About This Manual The PM-521 User’s Manual provides instruction for qualified personnel to follow when setting up a new PM-521 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 PM-521 Disconnect the PM-521 from power before cleaning or servicing it. Power Adapter Contact an authorized service personnel for repairs to the power pack.
Only Use Authorized Accessories Only use the supplied cables, power packs and other accessories that have been tested and approved by RuggON. Contact your local distributor for further information. 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.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device is slave equipment; the device is not radar detection and not ad-hoc operation in the DFS band. Labeling Requirements This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Introduction Chapter 1. Introduction The PM-521 is a rugged device equipped with 802.11, Bluetooth and GNSS for wireless data communications. The PM-521 is a rugged 10.1” tablet computer capable of 1920 x 1200 resolution. The PM-521 supports the following operating systems: Windows® Embedded 8.1 Industry 64bits Windows® Embedded Standard 7 64bits Windows® 7 Professional 64bits Windows® Embedded Standard 8 64bits Android™ 4.
Introduction Item Description Dimensions (W x H x L) 280 mm (11”) x 23 mm (0.9”) x 195 mm (7.7”) Weight 1.33 kg (2.93 lbs) Wireless WLAN Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth Bluetooth V4.0 Sensor Sensor Gyroscope, G sensor, E-compass, Light sensor I/O Docking Connector 12-pin DC-IN Jack x1 MicroSD Slot x1 Audio Jack x1; headphone / microphone combo USB 3.0 x1; type A USB 2.0 x1; type A 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 PM-521 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 50.
Introduction Identifying the Device Overview Figure 1. Overview Table 2. Overview No Item Description 1 Left view See “Side View” on page 14 for further information. 2 Front view See “Front View” on page 12 for further information. 3 Rear view See “Rear View” on page 15 for further information. 4 Right view See “Side View” on page 14 for further information.
Introduction Front View 14 13 12 1 2 fn f1 f2 fn 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 13. 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 Bottom View 1 2 3 Figure 3. Bottom View Table 5. Bottom View No Item Description 1 Docking connector 12 pin connector for docking onto a station.
Introduction Side View Left view OFF 7 11 13 12 14 SD 3.0 4 ON 2 3 6 2.0 1 Right view 8 9 10 5 Figure 4. Side Views Table 6. Side View No Item Description 1 Left I/O compartment cover Open to access the USB 2.0 port. 2 Micro HDMI Connect HDMI devices to the PM-521. 3 MicroSD slot Insert microSD card in to the slot. 4 Left I/O compartment cover Open to access the left I/O ports. 5 Tether hole Stylus can be tethered to it. 6 USB 2.0 Connect USB devices to the PM-521.
Introduction Rear View 1 2 3 4 5 5 7 Figure 5. 6 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 NFC sensing area For detecting NFC devices. (Optional) 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 / 11 195 / 7.7 fn f1 f2 7 7. / .5 fn 19 Figure 6. Front View Dimensions 23 0.9 2.3 / /0.9 Figure 7.
Introduction Touch Screen Features Always use the point of the stylus for clicking or making strokes on the touch screen. Never use an actual pen, pencil, or sharp/abrasive object on the touch screen. The stylus is used as if it were a pen or pencil. Touch the screen with the tip of the stylus then remove the stylus from the screen. After each use, replace the stylus in the stylus holder for proper care and to preserve the life of the stylus.
Getting Started Chapter 2. Getting Started This section provides an outline of the steps necessary to setup a new PM-521. A detailed guide follows the listed items, see as follows. For additional technical assistance, contact your RuggON representative. See “Contacting RuggON” on page 50. 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 MicroSD Card The device supports microSD card for easier data storage. 1. Open the left I/O compartment cover. See “Opening the I/O Compartment Cover” on page 25. 2.
Getting Started 3. The microSD card has a beveled edge. Align the microSD card with the slot making sure that the corners match. 4. Insert the microSD card and press it in until an audible click sounds. Figure 18. Installing the MicroSD Card 5. Close the left I/O compartment cover. See “Closing the I/O Compartment Cover” on page 26. Removing the MicroSD Card 1. Open the left I/O compartment cover. See “Opening the I/O Compartment Cover” on page 25. 2. Locate the microSD slot in the left I/O parts.
Getting Started 3. Press the microSD card in and release it. The card springs out. 4. Grasp the microSD card and remove it from the slot. Figure 20. Removing the MicroSD Card 5. Close the left I/O compartment cover. See “Closing the I/O Compartment Cover” on page 26. Using the Stylus Following the information below when using a stylus: Use only the included stylus to touch the screen.
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. Left view Right I/O Compartment Cover ON OFF SD 3.0 Left I/O Compartment Cover 2.0 Left I/O Compartment Cover Right view Figure 22. Side View: Locating the I/O Compartment Cover 3. Unlock the latch. (Only available for the left I/O compartment cover) Figure 23. Unlocking the Latch 4. Pull out the I/O compartment cover.
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 2.0 Right I/O Compartment Cover ON OFF Left I/O Compartment Cover Right view SD 3.0 Left I/O Compartment Cover Figure 25. Side View: Locating the I/O Compartment Cover 3. Flip the I/O compartment cover and install. Figure 26. Installing the I/O Compartment Cover 4. Lock the latch.
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 PM-521 have one USB 3.0 and one USB 2.0 ports for connecting USB devices, such as a digital camera, scanner, printer, modem, and mouse. The USB ports 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. Figure 28.
Operation Figure 29. Connect USB 3.
Operation Connect Ethernet Cabling The PM-521 provide have a Ethernet port for connecting Ethernet. Use a shielded cable is required to maintain emissions and susceptibility compliance. 1. Open the left I/O compartment cover. See “Opening the I/O Compartment Cover” on page 25. 2. Connect LAN cable to Ethernet port on the PM-521. Figure 30.
Operation 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. Connect micro HDMI cable to micro HDMI port on the PM-521. Figure 32. Connect Micro HDMI Cabling Connect RS-232 Cabling Connect to RS-232 devices via RS-232 cable. 1. Open the right I/O compartment cover. See “Opening the I/O Compartment Cover” on page 25. 2.
Operation Handstrap, Carrying Handle and Shoulder Strap The PM-521 is equipped with a handstrap, a carrying handle and a shoulder strap for convenience and choice. Select the accessory that is right for your needs. The handstrap can be installed with either the shoulder strap or the carrying handle. However, the handle and shoulder strap can not be installed together due to space constraints.
Operation 3. Connect the handstrap on the D-rings. When the handstrap is installed, the stylus can be placed under the strap. Figure 36. Connecting the Handstrap Removing the Handstrap 1. Unlock the handstrap from the D-rings. Figure 37. Removing the Handstrap 2. Remove the D-rings. Figure 38.
Operation 3. Secure the bumper and the PM-521 with screws. Figure 39. Securing the Screws 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.
Operation Connecting the Shoulder Strap 1. Attach the clips to the metal loop on the bumper. Figure 42. Connecting the Shoulder Strap Removing the Shoulder Strap 1. Press in the clips to release them from the metal loop. 2. Remove the clips. Figure 43.
Operation 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. Make sure the power switch is switched to ON before installing the standard/external battery. See “First Time Use” on page 18. 1. Place the device display side down on a clean work surface. 2. Locate the battery.
Operation 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. Place the device display side down on a clean work surface. 2. Locate the battery. Locking Switch Release Button Battery Figure 47. Rear View: Locating the Battery 3. Slide the locking switch on the top-left side to the unlock position. Figure 48. Unlock the Battery 4.
Operation 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 PM-521 wireless functions, you need to connect to a network. The following is a set of procedures for connecting to a wireless network. 1. Before beginning, make sure your Wi-Fi setting is enabled and you are within range of a wireless network. If your Wi-Fi setting is disabled, proceed to step 2.
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. Main > Boot Features 38 Step 3: Enable USB 2.0 Support 1. Access the BIOS Setup Utility, see “Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility” on page 37. 2.
Using BIOS Setup Utility 4. Tap USB 2.0 from the menu list. USB 2.0 is now enabled for the device. Figure 54. Advanced > Miscellaneous Configuration Step 4: Advanced > Miscellaneous Configuration Save the Settings After you configure BIOS, you will need to save the settings. 1. Navigate to APP Menu > Exit and tap Exit Saving Changes. Figure 55. Exit the BIOS Utility 2. A prompt display, tap Yes to save the configuration.
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 56. Security > Account’s Password Status 3. Tap the password to use for the Supervisor profile and tap Enter. Figure 57.
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 58. 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 60. Change PC Settings 7. From the PC settings menu, tap Update and recovery to continue. Figure 61.
Using BIOS Setup Utility 8. From the Update and recovery screen, tap Recovery. The Advanced startup option displays. Figure 62. Recovery 9. Under Advanced startup, tap Restart now. Figure 63.
Using BIOS Setup Utility Figure 64. Use a Device 11. From the Use a device menu, tap Internal Shell to open the command screen. Make sure connect the PM-521 to the AC adapter to prevent a sudden loss of power. Figure 65.
Using BIOS Setup Utility 10. In Tap Use a devicescreen, to select a boot uptopreference. 12. the command enter fs1: select the USB device already connected to the device. The command directs you to the USB device’s root menu. Figure 66. 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.
Using BIOS Setup Utility Chapter 5. 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 Troubleshooting Troubleshoot Operating the Computer Use this section to troubleshoot problems that may prevent you from being able to operate the computer. Q. A. Q. A. You press the Power button and nothing happens. Make sure that power is connected to the computer. The computer appears to be locked and you cannot enter data. Restart the computer.
Maintenance Chapter 6. Maintenance Cleaning the Device Danger to electric shock when cleaning or maintaining the PM-521. To avoid electric shock, turn the PM-521 off and disconnect it from the power supply before cleaning or maintaining it. Housing The housing of the PM-521 is best cleaned with a damp cloth. Use compressed air, a high-pressure cleaner or vacuum cleaner may damage the surface.
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