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Honeywell ScanPal EDA71 User Manual

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  • Page 1 ScanPal EDA71 Enterprise Tablet powered by Android™ User Guide...
  • Page 2 Disclaimer Honeywell International Inc. (“HII”) reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice, and the reader should in all cases consult HII to determine whether any such changes have been made. The information in this publication does not represent a commitment on the part of HII.
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Customer Support ........................ix Technical Assistance ......................ix Product Service and Repair ....................ix Limited Warranty ........................ix Chapter 1 - About the Tablet Features ............1 About the Tablet..........................1 About the Battery ........................... 3 Battery Part Numbers ......................4 Charge the Battery Before Use...................
  • Page 4 Set the Time Zone........................23 About Honeywell Applications....................24 Applications You Can Download to the Mobile Tablet ..........25 About Terminal Emulators....................25 About Honeywell Enterprise Browser................25 About Honeywell Launcher....................26 Unlock Developer Options .......................26 Chapter 3 - Use the Image Engine .............. 27 About the Image Engine ......................27 About the Scan Wedge Feature ..................27...
  • Page 5 Restore Default Scan Settings ..................28 Default Scan Settings ......................29 Symbology Settings......................30 Decode Settings ........................31 Imager Settings ........................32 Trigger Settings ........................32 Notification Settings ......................33 Add a Scan Setting Profile....................33 Delete a Scan Setting Profile ....................34 About the Optional Digital Scan Button ................34 Enable and Configure the Digital Scan Button ............34 Scan Barcodes..........................35 About Scanning Configuration Barcodes..............35...
  • Page 6 About Software Updates ......................67 About Transferring Files via USB Connection ............67 Install Software Updates with AutoInstall .................68 Optional microSD Card Method..................68 About the Honeywell Upgrader ....................69 How to View the Installed OTA Version .................69 Install OTA Updates......................70 Reboot (Restart) the Tablet......................71...
  • Page 7 About Enterprise Data Reset ....................71 Before You Begin........................71 Enterprise Data Reset the Tablet..................72 About Full Factory Reset ......................72 Before You Begin........................72 Full Factory Reset the Tablet.....................73 Repairs..............................73 Maintenance ..........................73 Clean the tablet ........................73 Appendix A - Specifications ................75 Tablet Agency Information .......................75 Label Locations........................75 Physical and Environmental Specifications ..............75 Barcode Symbologies Supported ..................76...
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  • Page 9 Honeywell International Inc. provides service for all of its products through service centers throughout the world. To obtain warranty or non-warranty service, return your product to Honeywell (postage paid) with a copy of the dated purchase record. To learn more, go to www.honeywellaidc.com...
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  • Page 11 Note: Throughout this manual, all versions of the tablet are referred to as the EDA71 unless information is specific to a particular model. Honeywell EDA71 Enterprise Tablet is a smart phone for enterprise users, delivering stable and secure enterprise data management and wireless communications through Android operating system.
  • Page 12 • Reliable Micro SD slot that supports up to 128GB expansion. • Integrated GPS receiver. (EDA71-1 WWAN models only.) • 13 mega pixel color camera. Front View EDA71 User Guide...
  • Page 13 Note: Honeywell suggests you to keep the battery charged to avoid data loss. Change battery only after switching off the device as per normal. Switch on the device after completing change of battery.
  • Page 14 Note: Honeywell recommends recommend using Honeywell’s original charger; any damage caused by use of non-Honeywell charger is not covered by warranty. Warning: Ensure all components are dry prior to mating the tablets and batteries with peripheral devices.
  • Page 15 Remove the Battery If your battery power is low, you need to either charge the battery in the tablet, or replace it with a charged battery. To change the battery: 1. Save all files and close any open applications. 2. Press and hold the Power button until the options menu appears: 3.
  • Page 16 The tablet is connected to external power and the battery is charging. There is a battery error. Install another battery. If the problem persists, contact Honeywell technical Support. The Battery status LED appears in the upper right corner of the touch screen. The LED color and behavior (e.g., steady on, blinking, off) indicates the charging status...
  • Page 17 You can change the behavior of the Battery status LED if the out-of-box behavior for a charging battery (blinking green) is not acceptable to your environment. You can choose one of three options: • Honeywell Battery LED (factory default, out-of-box configuration) • Default Battery LED (optional Android OS configuration) •...
  • Page 18 Use the reference table below to learn about how to conserve battery power. To learn more about proper battery care, refer to the Battery Maintenance for Portable Devices white paper available at www.honeywell.com. When You Want to: Do this to Save Battery Power:...
  • Page 19 Battery Part Numbers section of this guide. This battery has been tested and meet the appropriate safety standards. Contact your Honeywell sales representative or distributor if this battery is no longer available. • Discarded batteries may create a safety hazard. Before disposal, cover the battery contacts with electrical insulating tape.
  • Page 20 Enable Airplane Mode If you do not need to connect to any wireless networks, you can enable Airplane mode to turn Off the radios and save battery power. 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2.
  • Page 21 Note: Maximum glove thickness of 2 mm (0.08 inches) for touch screen response. 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings. 3. Tap the toggle button next to Glove Mode. 4. Exit the Settings app.
  • Page 22 About the Scan Status LED The Scan Status LED indicates the read status of the imager when scanning a bar- code. Scan Status LED Descriptions LED Color Description Green Good read of a barcode. Blinking green The data collection engine is processing or starting up. Failure to scan barcode.
  • Page 23 Enable Vibrate Mode You can quickly enable Vibrate mode so the tablet vibrates instead of emitting sound for notifications and rings. If you still want to hear alarms, turn on the Alarms only feature. Note: The Vibrate mode varies by OS version. Depending on OS version: 1.
  • Page 24 Setting Description Phone ringtone Select a default ringtone. Default notification Select a notification sound. ringtone Default alarm ringtone Select a alarm sound. Advanced Dial pad tones Enable or disable an audio sounds when you use the phone dial pad. Screen locking Enable or disable an audio tone when the screen is locked.
  • Page 25 microSIM microSD 8. Close the microSIM card silicone cover. 9. Insert the battery (first insert the top before pressing the bottom in order for the battery to be connected to the device). 10. Press down the battery cover and slide the battery cover handle to lock it. 11.
  • Page 26 1. Connect your tablet to your workstation. 2. On the tablet, swipe down from the top of the screen to see the notifications. 3. Tap the Android System USB charging notification twice to open the options menu. 4. Select either File transfer or PTP (transfer photos). 5.
  • Page 27 CHAPTER USER INTERFACE AND APPLICATIONS Use this chapter to learn about the user interface and how to interact with the screen. You can also use this chapter to learn about the Honeywell applications on the tablet. About the User Interface The Android operating system provides a touch-friendly and easy- to-navigate user interface.
  • Page 28 Home Screen Features Item Description Notifications Panel/ Status icons to the left tell you when an app has sent notifications, such Status Bar as an arriving message. System icons to the right display the current wireless and network connection state and battery level. Search Bar Search the Internet or the tablet using Google™.
  • Page 29 You can change the default function of the physical buttons and keys. 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Keyremap. 3. Tap the plus sign (+). 4. Press the button or key you want to remap.
  • Page 30 The keys (buttons) that can be used depend on the mobile device model. 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Key WakeUp. 3. Turn keys on or off depending on your preference.
  • Page 31 View and Manage Notifications You can view recent events on the tablet, manage system notifications, change a setting or quickly respond to an app notification by opening the notifications panel. When a notification icon appears in the status bar at the top of the screen: 1.
  • Page 32 To add a Widget or customize the look of the Home screen: 1. Tap and hold an empty section of the screen. 2. Select either Wallpapers, Widgets, or Home Settings. Customize the Favorites Tray Modify the Favorites tray to contain the apps you use the most. 1.
  • Page 33 About Screen Gestures Use your fingers or the stylus to manipulate icons, buttons, menus, the on-screen keyboard, and other items on the screen. • Tap to select something, toggle a setting On or Off, or activate a field for text entry.
  • Page 34 Honeywell applications help you troubleshoot and connect your tablet to other devices and networks. Some of the applications in this table are located in the Power Tools app. To learn more about Honeywell Power Tools, go to www.honeywellaidc.com to download the Dolphin Power Tools User Guide.
  • Page 35 IP address is working. Applications You Can Download to the Mobile Tablet You can download Honeywell applications to extend the capabilities of the tablet. You may need to purchase a license to run some applications. To learn more about...
  • Page 36 You can also use Honey- well Launcher together with Honeywell Enterprise Browser to create a single-pur- pose device configuration. If Launcher is not included on your tablet model, you can download a trial version of the software for evaluation.
  • Page 37 Use this chapter to understand how to scan barcodes, configure the scan settings, and capture images using the integrated image engine in the tablet. About the Image Engine The ScanPal EDA71 series offers two Honeywell high-performance imager options: • N3601 Imager Engine •...
  • Page 38 Changes you make to the Default profile apply to all applications with no profile assigned. 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Scanning. 3. Tap Internal Scanner > Default Profile. 4. Select from the following: •...
  • Page 39 Data Editing Plugin Specify a Total Freedom data editing plug-in and edit None plug-in settings. Symbology Prefix Specify a symbology identifier prefix to the barcode data. None Options include: • None • Honeywell • EDA71 User Guide...
  • Page 40 ‘//’ ACTION '$' extra-data Where: ACTION and extra-data are any string of characters. Launches an application listening for the intent. Intent action: “com.honeywell.scantointent.intent.action.” + ACTION Intent extra: “com.honeywell.scantointent.intent.extra.DATA” contains the remainder of the barcode data after the first ‘$’ character.
  • Page 41 • Tap the check box to toggle the feature On or Off. • Select Center Decode to adjust the Window dimensions. Honeywell recommends leaving the settings at 50 (default) to define the “center” area for the barcode. Configurable parameters: •...
  • Page 42 Setting Description Default DPM Mode use this setting when scanning Direct Part Marking (DPM) No DPM barcodes that are etched or imprinted directly into the surfaces optimization of the materials including metal and plastic. Options include: • No DPM optimization •...
  • Page 43 To create a scan setting profile for a custom app on the tablet: 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Scanning > Internal Scanner. 3. Tap in the upper right corner of the app screen.
  • Page 44 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Scanning > Internal Scanner. 3. Tap and hold the profile you want to delete. Select Delete, then select OK.
  • Page 45 (360°) barcode scanning and an aiming beam is provided to help assist with targeting barcodes. Before you start scanning barcodes, go into Settings > Honeywell Settings > Scanning > Internal Scanner and modify the scan profile to enable only the barcode symbologies that you need.
  • Page 46 To learn more About Provisioning Mode page Use the Scan Demo App Use the Scan Demo app to read barcodes or test your symbology decode settings. 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2.
  • Page 47 CHAPTER USE THE PHONE You can use the phone feature to make and receive phone calls as well as transmit data through wireless wide-area networks (WWANs). Note: Phone features are only supported on EDA71 WWAN models (EDA71-1). About the Phone Phone features on the tablet include a speaker and a microphone.
  • Page 48 5. Tap Settings > Network & Internet > Mobile Plan. 6. Select a network carrier. Make a Phone Call Once the phone is activated, you can make a phone call. 1. Tap in the favorites tray to open the phone app. 2.
  • Page 49 Switch Apps During a Phone Call You can multi-task while a phone call is in progress. For example, you can use the Calendar app to check your schedule during a call. Note: Depending on your WWAN connection and carrier, apps that need a data connection may be unable to access online data while the phone call is in progress.
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  • Page 51 CHAPTER USE THE CAMERA Use this chapter to learn how to take pictures and record videos with the color camera. About the Color Camera The EDA71 comes equipped with a 13-megapixel color camera, 4K video with image stabilization, and advanced software features for enhanced exposure control for taking pictures and videos.
  • Page 52 Take a Photo 1. Tap the Snapdragon™ Camera icon in the favorites tray on the Home screen. 2. Using the screen as a viewfinder, move the tablet until you see the image you want to capture. The camera lens is located on the back of the tablet. 3.
  • Page 53 Record a Video This section explains how to record video with the camera in the tablet. 1. Tap the Snapdragon Camera icon in the favorites tray. 2. Tap to start recording video. • To zoom in or out, pinch or spread your fingers apart. •...
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  • Page 55 CHAPTER CONFIGURE THE TABLET Use this chapter to learn about the available methods for configuring your tablet. You can also use this chapter to learn how to configure network communications and wireless security. How to Configure the Tablet You can configure many parameters on the tablet such as the barcode symbologies the integrated scanner decodes, or the network settings.
  • Page 56 • Tap Wi-Fi preferences to access advanced Wi-Fi options, view MAC, IP address information, import and export Wi-Fi configuration, Wi-Fi Direct, WPS push Button, WPS pin entry, Wi-Fi Logger, Honeywell Proprietary Settings, Open network notification and Install Certificates. Mobile Network...
  • Page 57 Setting Description Hotspot & • Enable or disable USB tethering or Bluetooth tethering for sharing mobile tethering data connections. • Enable or Disable using the tablet as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot. • Configure Wi-Fi hotspot. Advanced Ethernet • Turn Ethernet connection on and off. •...
  • Page 58 Setting Description Files received via View statistics and received files via Bluetooth wireless technology. Bluetooth Chromebook Set up connection from the EDA71 to a Chromebook. Apps & Notifications In the Settings app, select Apps & Notifications to access the following settings. Setting Description App Info...
  • Page 59 Setting Description Battery saver Select to configure the Battery Saver feature. • Manually turn the Battery Saver on to restrict background activity to extend battery charge or turn the feature off. • Set a schedule to turn the Battery saver feature on or off automatically based on remaining battery charge percentage.
  • Page 60 Setting Description Screen saver Select to configure the screen saver. • Set a default screen saver (i.e., Clock, colors, Photo Frame, Photo Table). The additional settings icon appears based on the select screen saver type. Select the icon to view options. •...
  • Page 61 Setting Description Use location Turn location services (Google and GPS satellite data) On or Off. Recent Location View recent apps requesting location service. Requests App permission View what apps have what type of permission for accessing the mobile tablet’s location. Select an app to change the app-level location service permission.
  • Page 62 In the Settings app, select Accounts to access the following settings. Setting Description Add account Select to add and manage Corporate or Email account on the tablet. Automatically sync Turn auto-sync On or Off for accounts. Turning the feature On allows data apps to refresh data automatically.
  • Page 63 Set Caption preferences. High contrast text Turn High contrast text on or off. Honeywell Settings In the Settings app, select Honeywell Settings to access the settings below. Setting Description Battery LED Configures the battery LED behavior. To learn more see,...
  • Page 64 Options include: Keep awake on motion, Wake on motion, Face down suspend. Staging Hub Agent Use this agent and settings to connect the tablet to the Honeywell Staging Hub Foundation software platform; a centralized software platform IT integrators and administrators can use as a solution for managing, monitoring and deploying Honeywell devices in a connected workspace environment.
  • Page 65 System In the Settings app, select System to access the following settings. Setting Description Language & input • Set the Device Language • Set and mange the Virtual and Physical keyboard input methods • Under Advanced configure the: • Spell checker •...
  • Page 66 • View device-specific information including the model number, phone number, operating system version, software patch version, radio versions, build number, IP address, Wi-Fi MAC, Bluetooth Address and legal information. About Network Communications You can easily add the tablet to your wireless or wired data collection network. Connect the EDA71 your tablet using: •...
  • Page 67 • To remove a network from your saved list, tap and hold the network name and select Forget network. You can do this for networks you no longer use. • To modify a network from your saved list, tap and hold the network name and select Modify network.
  • Page 68 Connect to an Ethernet Network To connect the tablet to an Ethernet network, you need a EDA71 Display Dock or EDA71 Ethernet Base. 1. Make sure the base is connected to your Ethernet network. 2. Place the tablet in the base. 3.
  • Page 69 Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) • 802.1x Honeywell recommends WPA2 security with PSK (Personal) or 802.1x (Enterprise) key management. Before you set security, you need to enable the radio, set the date, and set the SSID on your tablet. To use 802.1x security, you need to load a root certificate on your tablet.
  • Page 70 About Certificates You can use digital certificates to identify the tablet for network access or authentication to servers. To use a certificate to identify your device, you must install it in the trusted credential storage on the tablet. Android supports DER-encoded X.509 certificates saved in files with a .crt or .cer file extension.
  • Page 71 The trusted credentials screen has two tabs: • System shows Certificate Authorities (CA) certificates permanently installed on the tablet. They can only be disabled. • User shows CA certificates you have installed yourself. You can remove these certificates. 4. Tap the name of the certificate to you want to disable or remove. The Security certificate screen appears.
  • Page 72 paired device name. The status icon changes from • To disconnect a paired device, tap the name of the paired device and then tap OK when the “Disconnect?” screen appears. Rename the Tablet and View File History You can change the name of the tablet to make it easier to identify when pairing with other Bluetooth enabled devices and view statistics about received files.
  • Page 73 USB Troubleshooting • If you have a problem with your workstation tablet recognizing the USB device, try downloading and installing the Honeywell-aidc-usb-driver. The driver is part of the Honeywell_Mobility SDK_Android software.zip file. To learn where to get the software, see Developer Information on page 64.
  • Page 74 Note: When using a Universal Integrated Circuit (UICC) card for NFC Secure Element NFC link encryption, install the card in SIM slot 1. Developer Information To download the Honeywell Mobility SDK for Android and EZConfig for Mobility: 1. Go to www.honeywellaidc.com. 2. Select Resources > Software.
  • Page 75 Configuration barcodes do not scan and process. • \honeywell\autoinstall folders are inaccessible. Note: To learn more about network and security for Honeywell mobile tablets with Android operating systems, go to www.honeywellaidc.com. Enable or Disable Provisioning Mode 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps.
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  • Page 77 4. Create an account if you have not already created one. You must login to download the software. 5. Install the Honeywell Download Manager tool on your workstation (e.g., laptop or desktop tablet) prior to trying to download any files.
  • Page 78 5. Press and hold the Power button, and then tap Power off. 6. On your workstation (e.g., laptop, desktop tablet), format the microSD card and create a \honeywell\autoinstall folder on the root of the card. 7. Save the upgrade file in the autoinstall folder.
  • Page 79 9. Once installation is complete, turn Provisioning mode Off. About the Honeywell Upgrader Use the Honeywell Upgrader app (HUpgrader) to check for and install OTA updates or view the current OTA version installed on the tablet. How to View the Installed OTA Version 1.
  • Page 80 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Provisioning mode. 3. Tap the toggle button to turn Provisioning mode On. 4. Save the OTA file (*.zip) in the following folder on the EDA71 tablet: •...
  • Page 81 Reboot (Restart) the Tablet You may need to reboot the tablet to correct conditions where an application stops responding to the system. 1. Save your files and close any open applications. 2. Press and hold the Power button until the options screen appears. 3.
  • Page 82 Enterprise Data Reset the Tablet 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Select Settings > System > Advanced > Reset options. 3. Tap Enterprise data reset. 4. If prompted, type your screen lock security pattern, PIN, or password and tap next ( 5.
  • Page 83 Full Factory Reset the Tablet 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Select Settings > System > Advanced > Reset options. 3. Tap Erase all data (factory reset). 4. Tap Reset Phone. 5.
  • Page 84 EDA71 User Guide...
  • Page 85 APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS Tablet Agency Information EDA71 tablets meet or exceed the requirements of all applicable standards organizations for safe operation. The best way to ensure safe operation is to use the tablet according to the agency guidelines on the product regulatory sheet, quick start guide and in this user guide.
  • Page 86 Barcode Symbologies Supported The tablet supports the following barcode symbologies: 1D Symbologies 2D Symbologies Postal Codes Default Default Default Codabar Enabled Aztec Code Enabled China Post Disabled Code 39 Enabled Codablock A Disabled Korean Post Disabled Code 11 Disabled Codablock F Disabled 2D Postal Settings Disabled...
  • Page 87 Note: Time to Read and Depth of Field are impacted if the barcode symbol is at the edge of the image. Guaranteed Specs Focus Standard Range (SR) Symbology Near Distance Far Distance 5 mils Code 39 3.11 10.63 10 mils Code 39 1.57 17.72 20 mils Code 39...
  • Page 88 Focus Standard Range Symbology Near Distance Far Distance 13 mils 100% UPC-A 1.73 22.56 13 mils 20% UPC-A 3.11 8.98 15 mils Code 128 1.65 25.59 10 mils Data Matrix 2.83 11.69 5 mils PDF 417 4.13 7.12 6.7 mils PDF 417 3.31 9.61 15 mils QR...
  • Page 89 Guaranteed Specs Focus Standard Range Symbology Near Distance Far Distance 100% UPC-A 18.5 5 mils Code 39 10 mils Code 39 17.9 20 mils Code 39 25.8 15mils Code 128 23.6 6.7 mils PDF 417 15 mils QR 10.6 Typical Specs Focus Standard Range (SR) Symbology...
  • Page 90 N3601 Imager Engine Field of View/Resolution Focus Standard Range (SR) Horizontal Field Angle (degrees) ±24.5 ±1.5° Vertical Field Angle (degrees) ±18.5 ±1.5° Note: DPI can be calculated based on the following formula: Horizontal DPI = 832 pixels/width of horizontal field of view (inches) Vertical DPI = 640 pixels/width of vertical field of view (inches) EDA71 User Guide...
  • Page 92 Honeywell 9680 Old Bailes Road Fort Mill, SC 29707 www.honeywellaidc.com ™ EDA71-A-EN-UG-01 Rev B 01/21...