Point Mobile PM30G3K03DHE0F, PM30G6K03DHE0F User Manual

PM30 Android 10 User Manual
Instruction
This manual provides information about basic features and using the PM30. Please read carefully before
using your handy enterprise device and peripherals to ensure safe and proper use.
Note: Screenshots in this manual may differ from actual screens.
Revision History
Revision
Date
Description
V01
04 Mar 2021
Initial release.
PM30 SKUs
The contents of this manual can cover the following SKUs.
SKU
Part Number
OS
RAM
/Flash
Power
Data Capture
Network
Scanner - N2601
SKU1 PM30G3K03DHE0F
Android
GMS 10
3,250mAh,
4.4V battery
4G/64G
Wireless
charging
SKU2 PM30G6K03DHE0F
WiFi/BT
Camera – Rear,
Front camera
NFC
Fingerprint sensor
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Table of Contents
INSTRUCTION .......................................................................................................... 1
Revision History ....................................................................................................................... 1
PM30 SKUs ............................................................................................................................. 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................................................................. 2
GETTING STARTED ................................................................................................. 6
Device Parts ............................................................................................................................ 6
Product Standard Accessories ................................................................................................. 8
Install SIM & SD card ............................................................................................................... 9
Charge the device .................................................................................................................. 11
Battery specification ........................................................................................................... 11
Charge with power adapter................................................................................................. 11
Charging accessories ......................................................................................................... 12
SSC .......................................................................................................................................... 12
2SC .......................................................................................................................................... 13
Wireless charging pad .............................................................................................................. 14
PMBooster (Extended battery case) ......................................................................................... 14
LED indicator ......................................................................................................................... 15
Turn on & off PM30 ................................................................................................................ 16
Use a touch screen ................................................................................................................ 17
LEARNING THE BASICS ....................................................................................... 19
Setup Wizard ......................................................................................................................... 19
Home Screen ......................................................................................................................... 20
Status bar ........................................................................................................................... 21
Status icons .............................................................................................................................. 21
Notification icons ...................................................................................................................... 22
Notification panel ................................................................................................................ 22
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Quick setting panel ............................................................................................................. 23
Apps & Widget .................................................................................................................... 24
App folder ................................................................................................................................. 24
App drawer ............................................................................................................................... 25
Favorites tray ............................................................................................................................ 25
Organize app in Home screen .................................................................................................. 26
Widget ...................................................................................................................................... 26
Recently Used Apps .............................................................................................................. 28
Call......................................................................................................................................... 29
Making a call....................................................................................................................... 29
Answering a call ................................................................................................................. 31
Contacts................................................................................................................................. 32
Add a contact...................................................................................................................... 32
Add a contact via dialer ............................................................................................................ 32
Add a contact via contacts app ................................................................................................. 32
Contact detail...................................................................................................................... 33
Message ................................................................................................................................ 34
MTP Connection with PC ....................................................................................................... 35
Manage the Files ................................................................................................................... 36
Lock the Screen ..................................................................................................................... 38
Fingerprint lock ................................................................................................................... 39
Use the Buttons ..................................................................................................................... 41
Screen capture ................................................................................................................... 41
Program buttons ................................................................................................................. 41
Settings .................................................................................................................................. 43
Adjust display brightness .................................................................................................... 43
Adjust sound ....................................................................................................................... 43
Adjust font size ................................................................................................................... 44
CAMERA ................................................................................................................ 45
SCANNER ............................................................................................................... 46
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Turn on / off the Scanner ....................................................................................................... 46
ScanSettings .......................................................................................................................... 47
Basic ................................................................................................................................... 47
Options ............................................................................................................................... 48
Notification .......................................................................................................................... 49
Wedge ................................................................................................................................ 50
Extended wedge ................................................................................................................. 51
Symbologies ....................................................................................................................... 55
About .................................................................................................................................. 55
Scan a Barcode ..................................................................................................................... 56
ScanDemo ............................................................................................................................. 57
WIRELESS .............................................................................................................. 58
Mobile Network (LTE SKU Only)............................................................................................ 58
Wi-Fi ...................................................................................................................................... 59
Bluetooth................................................................................................................................ 60
Turn on / off ........................................................................................................................ 60
Pair and Connect ................................................................................................................ 60
Unpair and Disconnect ....................................................................................................... 61
Change the Bluetooth device details .................................................................................. 62
NFC (Near Field Communication) .......................................................................................... 63
RFID ...................................................................................................................................... 64
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................... 65
System Information ................................................................................................................ 65
On Settings ......................................................................................................................... 65
On EmKit ............................................................................................................................ 65
OS Update ............................................................................................................................. 66
OS update via storage ........................................................................................................ 66
OS update via OTG port ..................................................................................................... 67
OS update via FOTA .......................................................................................................... 67
Factory Data Reset ................................................................................................................ 69
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Factory data reset via Settings app .................................................................................... 69
Factory data reset via recovery mode ................................................................................ 70
ACCESSORIES ....................................................................................................... 71
Gun Handle............................................................................................................................ 71
RF300 (UHF RFID Reader) ................................................................................................... 71
Single Slot Cradle (SSC) ....................................................................................................... 72
2 Slot Cradle (2SC) ................................................................................................................ 72
Wireless Charging Pad .......................................................................................................... 72
PMBooster ............................................................................................................................. 73
SAFETY INFORMATION ......................................................................................... 74
Battery Safety Information ..................................................................................................... 74
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Device Parts
Figure 1 PM30 Front view
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5
3
6
2
1
7
8
12
11
No
9
10
Name
Description
1
Front camera
Take a picture
2
Receiver
Use with making a phone call
3
Screen
Display all operating screen
4
Back button
Go back to previous screen
5
Home button
Go to home screen
6
Recent app button
List up the recently used apps
7
Speaker
Ring system sound
8
Push-To-Talk / Scan button
Use PTT function or scan a barcode by pressing
(Programmable button)
9
Volume up & down button
Control the volume
(Programmable button)
10
LED Indicator & Sensor
Indicate the power status and notification (Find more details in
LED Indicator)
11
Scanner
Scan a barcode
12
Microphone (Second)
Use as Microphone with main microphone
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Figure 2 PM30 Rear view
3
2
4
1
5
10
9
6
8
7
No
Name
Description
1
Fingerprint sensor
Use fingerprint for authentification
2
Flashlight
Use flashlight in camera or torch mode
3
Rear camera
Take a picture
4
I/O connector
for sled type accessory
Connector for communication with a sled type accessory
(RF300 or gun handle)
5
I/O connector for charging
Connector for cradle charging
6
USB Connector
USB Type C connector for charging and data communication
7
Microphone (Main)
Use as Microphone with second microphone
8
Power button
Turn on / off the device
9
Scan button
Scan a barcode by pressing
(Programmable button)
10
Card tray
Insert a microSD card, and nano SIM card (LTE SKU only)
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Product Standard Accessories
The following items are in the product box.
Accessory
Name
AC/DC power supply
Country plug
USB type C cable
Card tray eject pin
LCD protection film
Note: The images may differ from the actual accessory.
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Install SIM & SD card
PM30 supports
 microSD card
 Nano SIM card - LTE SKU (PM30G6K03DHE0F) only
Refer to the table to find out the difference.
Wi-Fi SKU (PM30G3K03DHE0F)
LTE SKU (PM30G6K03DHE0F)
To install the cards,
1. Insert the sharp side of the card tray eject pin to the card tray hole of PM30, and then push until
the card tray is slide out. Pull the card tray out.
Figure 3 Detach card tray
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2. Insert the Nano SIM card and microSD card into the proper slot.
(Gold contact must be facing down.)
Figure 4 Card orientation
3. Put the card tray back into PM30.
Figure 5 Insert SIM card and SD card
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Charge the device
Before using PM30, charge the device enough to use. PM30 can be charged with power adapter or
charging accessories (cradles, wireless pad, and PMBooster).
Caution: Always use an original charger and cable from Point Mobile. Other chargers and
cables may damage PM30. Also, make sure the charger and cables are not wet.
Follow the battery safety Information for safety of using the battery.
Battery specification
- Capacity: 3250mAh / 4.4V
- Rechargeable battery (Non-removable)
- Charging time: About 2 hours (via power adapter)
Charge with power adapter
1. Assemble the country plug, AC/DC power supply and USB type C cable.
2. Connect the cable to the USB connector of PM30.
3. Provide power by plugging the power supply to the wall socket.
Figure 6 Charging PM30
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Charging accessories
There are four PM30 optional accessories for charging. SSC (Single Slot Cradle) and 2SC (2 Slot
Cradle) are charging cradle, and wireless charger, and PMBooster. PMBooster can charge the PM30
only, and other accessories can charge the PM30 and its accessory as below table.
2SC
SSC
Wireless charging pad
PM30
O
X
O
PM30 + Protective case
O
X
O
PM30 + PMBooster
O
X
X
PM30 + RF300
X
O
X
PM30 + Gun handle
X
O
X
SSC
SSC can charge a PM30 with a sled type accessory (Gun handle or RF300) mounted. To charge
PM30 using SSC,
1. Assemble the power adapter and AC plug, and connect it to the cradle to provide power.
2. Install PM30 with sled type accessory mounted.
PM30 and RF300 will be charged simultaneously. So, make sure the charging animation is
displayed on the PM30 screen and charging LEDs of the PM30 and RF300 light on. (Refer to
LED indicator and RF300 User manual)
Figure 7 Charging PM30 + RF300 via SSC
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2SC
2SC can charge up to 2 units of PM30 simultaneously. PM30 with PMBooster or protection case
mounted can be charged.
1. Assemble the power adapter and power cable.
2. Connect it to the cradle to provide power.
3. Install PM30 from top to bottom.
Make sure the charging LED of the PM30 lights on (Refer to LED Indicator)
Figure 8 Charging PM30 via 2SC
Note: If PM30 with PMBooster mounted is installed into 2SC, PM30 is charged first and
PMBooster will be charged after PM30 is fully charged.
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Wireless charging pad
PM30 supports wireless charging. Wireless charging pad is sold separately. Before charging, remove
all accessories except protective case.
1. Provide power to wireless charging pad.
2. Align the center of PM30 with the center of the charging pad
3. Put PM30 down on the pad
Make sure the charging LED of the PM30 lights on (Refer to LED Indicator)
Figure 9 PM30 Wireless charging
PMBooster (Extended battery case)
PMBooster is a case type accessory which provides extended battery capacity as 3250mAh. Connect
PMBooster with PM30 and charge PM30.
PM30 with PMBooster mounted can be charged using USB Type C cable or 2SC.
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LED indicator
Figure 10 LED Indicator
1
2
No Indicator
1
2
Power LED
Notification LED
Status
Indication
Solid red
Charging the device (With charger)
/ Battery is low (Without charger)
Blinking red
Battery is critical low
Solid green
Device is fully charged
Blinking blue
Notification existing
Red flash
Barcode reading failed
Blue flash
Barcode reading success
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Turn on & off PM30
To turn on the device,
- Press and hold the Power button on the right side of the PM30 until SMART BEYOND
RUGGED logo displays on the screen.
Figure 11 Power button
To turn off the device,
- Press and hold the Power button until the power menu is shown when the screen is on.
Then, tap Power off among the menu.
Figure 12 Power menu
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Use a touch screen
Gesture
Description
Tap
One-finger press
Double tap
One-finger press, lift, one-finger press, lift for zoom in action
Long-press
One-finger press, wait, lift for select action
Drag, Swipe, or Fling
One-finger press, move, lift for scroll or tilt action
Long-press drag
One-finger press, wait, move, lift for pick up and move, or select
multiple items action
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Action
Description
Scroll
Vertical or horizontal swipe in a single direction
Pinch Open & Close
Two-finger press, move outwards and inwards, lift for zoom in / out
action
Rotate
When PM30 is turning sideways, screen orientation is changing
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Setup Wizard
When PM30 starts very first time or boot after factory reset, Setup wizard is launched. Following the
steps on the screen, set system language, Google account, Wi-Fi connection and copy the data, etc.
Some settings can be skipped, but there may be restrictions on the use of system.
Figure 13 Setup wizard - main
Figure 14 Setup wizard - Google account
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Home Screen
Home screen is a screen displayed after Setup wizard or pressing the Home button.
Figure 15 Home screen
No
Item
Description
1
Status bar
Indicates device status and notification.
2
App
Tap to run the application
Long-press to see the application's options
3
Google search
Search an item with Google
4
Favorites tray
Place the frequently used apps
5
App folder
Apps are organized in the folder. Tap to open the App folder
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Status bar
Time, status icons, and notification icons are on the Status bar.
Status icons
Icon
Description
Icon
Description
LTE connected
Strong signal
3G connected
Good signal
EDGE connected
Weak signal
LTE+ (LTE CA) connected
Connection issue
VoLTE enabled
Data disabled
Airplane mode
No data connection
Data communication
Hotspot enabled
Connected to a Wi-Fi network
Wi-Fi data communication
Connected to a Bluetooth device
Battery is full
Battery is partially drained
Battery is low
Battery is very low
Battery is charging
Location service turned on
Vibrate mode
Speakerphone turned on
Phone mic is mute
Scanner turned on
Alarm is set
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Notification icons
Icon
Description
Icon
Description
Missed call
New SMS or MMS message
New Email
Connected to VPN network
Upcoming event
Screenshot captured
SD card removed unexpectedly
Other input method available
File uploaded
File downloaded
File copied
OTG device connected
There are more notifications
Notification panel
Notification panel displays a list of all notifications. Tap a notification to respond.
To open the Notification panel, drag the Status bar down. To close the panel, swipe it up.
Figure 16 Notification panel
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Quick setting panel
Quick setting panel contains some frequently used settings such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc.
To use the Quick setting panel,
1. Open the Notification panel.
2. Drag down the Notification panel.
Figure 17 Quick setting panel
3. Tap a setting icon to enable / disable the setting or long-press an icon to see more detail.
To edit the configuration of Quick settings panel,
1. Tap
on the bottom of the panel.
2. By long-press and dragging the icon, customize the configuration of the panel.
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Apps & Widget
App folder
To create the app folder, long-press an app icon and drag it to another app icon.
Figure 18 Create app folder
To change the folder name, tap the Unnamed Folder and input a new name.
Figure 19 Change app folder name
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App drawer
All installed apps are listed alphabetically in App drawer.
 To open the App drawer, swipe up the Home screen.
 To close the App drawer, swipe down the Home screen.
Figure 20 App drawer
Favorites tray
To organize an app in the Favorites tray,
1. Long-press an app icon from the App drawer. Then, drag it slightly until the Home screen is
shown.
2. Place the app icon in the Favorites tray.
Figure 21 Add an app to Favorites tray
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Organize app in Home screen
To organize an app in the Home screen,
1. Long-press an app icon from the App drawer. Then, drag it slightly until the Home screen is
shown.
2. Place the app icon where you want.
(To cancel to place the app, drag it to Cancel area and release.)
Figure 22 Place app in Home screen
Widget
To add a widget in the Home screen,
1. Long-press the empty space of the Home screen.
2. In three menus, select Widgets.
Figure 23 Widget menus
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3. Among the list, tap and hold a widget you want to add.
Figure 24 Widget list
4. Place the widget to the Home screen by dragging.
Note: To remove an app or a widget from the Home screen, long-press and drag it to
Remove area.
Figure 25 Remove from Home screen
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Recently Used Apps
Touch Recent apps button to see recently used apps list.
Figure 26 Recent app button
From the list, tap an app to open or completely close the app by swiping it up.
Figure 27 Recently used apps
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Call
To make or receive a phone call, SIM card is required. Insert SIM card to PM30 first regarding Install
SIM & SD card.
Making a call
1. Tap Phone
2. Tap
from Home screen or App drawer.
to open a dialer.
3. Input a phone number.
Figure 28 Dialer
4. Tap
or
next to a searched number to make a call.
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5. Control the Tap
to hang up the phone.
Figure 29 Calling screen
Icon
Function Name
Description
Mute
Mute microphone
Keypad
Open the keypad
Speaker
Speakerphone mode
Add call
Add another call (Enable when receiver answer the phone)
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Answering a call
Check the caller’s name and number and tap ANSWER button to answer the phone call. Or tap
DECLINE button to decline the phone call.
Figure 30 Receiving call
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Contacts
Add a contact
Add a contact via dialer
1. Navigate to dialer through Phone, and enter the number.
2. Tap Create new contact or Add to a contact to save the number.
3. Input additional information.
4. Tap Save.
Add a contact via contacts app
Navigate to Contacts
from App drawer and tap
to add a new contact.
Figure 31 Add new contact via Contacts
Enter the contact details and tap Save.
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Contact detail
Select a contact from the list to find more detail information.
Figure 32 Contact detail
Advanced
options
Send a message
Make a
voice call
Make a video
call
Tap to edit this
contact
Tap
to open advanced options such as delete, share, block, etc.
Figure 33 Contact advanced options
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Message
Send a message or find the received message through Message application
1. Launch Message
from App drawer.
2. Tap Start Chat and type the receiver’s name or phone number.
Figure 34 Message list
3. Input a message.
4. Tap
icon to send.
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MTP Connection with PC
To transfer the files with a PC, connect the device to the PC via USB cable first.
1. Drag down Status bar and tap Android System notification to change USB preference option
Figure 35 USB connection notification
2. Change the option to File Transfer from No data transfer.
Figure 36 USB Preferences setting
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3. Now PC can recognize the connected device. Find PM30 device from file explorer of the PC.
Figure 37 File explorer on PC
Manage the Files
Figure 38 FileExplorer main screen
No
Description
1
Select media file type or storage
2
Search a file
3
Open the advanced option – Create a new window or folder, Select all files and folders, etc.
4
Change the view of file list
5
Tap a file or folder to open. Or long-press a file or folder to select
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Long-press a file (folder) or tap the icon which is located beside of file name to select the file (folder).
Figure 39 FileExplorer screen when file selected
No
Description
1
Share the file via Bluetooth / Gmail / Google Drive, etc.
Sharing is possible only with files
2
Delete the files or folders
Open the advanced option
 Open with: Select which app to open the file
 Sort by…: Sort the list by file name, size, type, etc.
 Select all: Select all files and folders
3
 Copy / Move to: Copy or move the file to a new location
 Compress: Create Zip file with the selected files or folders
 Rename: Rename the file or folder
 Get info: Display the file information
4
Selected file or folder is highlighted
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Lock the Screen
Protect the device from unauthorized personnel by setting up the screen lock.
1. Navigate to Settings
> Security
.
2. Tap Screen lock.
Figure 40 Screen lock
3. Choose a screen lock method.
 None: Screen unlocks immediately
 Swipe: Swipe the lock screen to unlock (Default)
 Pattern: Draw a pattern to unlock
 PIN: Input a PIN to unlock (At least 4 digits)
 Password: Input a password to unlock (At least 4 characters)
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Fingerprint lock
PM30 supports fingerprint lock. Enroll the fingerprint comfortable to use for unlocking the screen.
1. Navigate to Settings
> Security
.
2. Tap Fingerprint.
Note: Backup Screen Lock Method
Fingerprint lock cannot be used alone. A backup screen lock method is required. Choose a
method between pattern, PIN, password. (Swipe method is not allowed.)
Figure 41 Backup screen lock
3. (After setting the backup screen lock method) tap Next.
4. To enroll the fingerprint, follow the instructions on the screen; touch and lift the finger on the
fingerprint sensor several times.
Figure 42 Fingerprint sensor
Figure 43 Enroll fingerprint
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5. When the fingerprint is enrolled properly, Fingerprint added screen is displayed.
6. Tap Done to finish adding fingerprint
or tap Add another to add another fingerprint (Up to 5 fingerprints can be added).
Figure 44 Fingerprint added screen
7. Find the list of added fingerprints.
Delete a fingerprint by tapping trash can icon
or rename by tapping the fingerprint name.
Figure 45 Fingerprint list
8. To unlock the screen, touch the fingerprint sensor with the finger enrolled.
(Fingerprint unlock works when the screen is turned off as well as the lock screen.)
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Use the Buttons
Screen capture
To take a screenshot, press and hold power button and volume down button simultaneously. The
screenshot image will be saved to Pictures > Screenshots folder in the internal storage.
Program buttons
All buttons on the PM30 except power button can be optimized as you want. To map the button to
other functions from default,
1. Navigate to EmKit
> Program Buttons
2. Select a button from the list
Figure 46 Program buttons - button list
Refer to the figure indicating button code name in the next page.
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Figure 47 Program buttons - PM30 button code name
VOLUME_UP
VOLUME_DOWN
SCANNER_R
PTT_L
HOME
APP_SWITCH
BACK
Note: SCANNER_B is the trigger button on the sled accessory (gun handle or RF300).
3. Choose one function you want to remap
Figure 48 Program buttons - function list
4. Tap OK
5. After changing all key mapping, tap Apply to save the changes
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Settings
There are two ways to go to Settings:
 Open the App drawer and tap Settings
 Open the Quick setting panel and tap gear icon
Adjust display brightness
To adjust the display brightness level,
 Open Quick setting panel and adjust display brightness bar
 Go to Settings
> Display
Figure 49 Normal brightness level
> Brightness level
Figure 50 High brightness level(higher than 80%)
Caution: Using high brightness levels for long periods may cause eye strain and increase
battery consumption.
Adjust sound
To adjust sound volume, go to Settings
> Sound
and control the Media, Call, Ring, Alarm
volume bars.
Figure 51 Volume bars
Caution: Using high volume levels for long periods may cause ear strain and increase
battery consumption.
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Adjust font size
If the font size of the screen is too small or too large, adjust the font size.
1. Go to Settings
> Display
2. Tap Advanced
3. Tap Font size
4. Referring to the Preview, set the font size
Figure 52 Set font size
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Camera
PM30 has 2 cameras on the front side and the rear side. To use the camera, open App drawer and tap
Camera application
.
Figure 53 is a main screen of Camera application, and Figure 54 is a screen that is displayed when you
swipe the screen to right.
Figure 54 Camera mode change/setting screen
Figure 53 Camera main screen
No
1
Name
Description
Focus zone
You can change the focusing area by touching the other area
: Set timer
: Display the grid on the screen
2
Advanced camera option
: Activate or Deactivate HDR
: Set flash mode (Activate / Deactivate / Auto mode)
3
Shutter button
Take a picture or recode a video
4
Mode change button
Change the Camera or Video mode
5
Advanced camera setting
Set resolution & quality of picture
Enable / Disable saving location and manual exposure
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Scanner
Scanner is placed on the top of the PM30. Optimize the scanner settings for working environment and
improve the efficiency.
Figure 55 PM30 scanner location
Turn on / off the Scanner
The scanner is turned off by default. To turn on the scanner, follow the steps.
1. Go to EmKit
or Settings
and tap ScanSettings.
2. Tap toggle button to turn on/off the barcode scanner.
Figure 56 Turn on scanner
3. Check if the scanner icon (
) is placed on Status bar.
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ScanSettings
When the scanner is turned on, scanner setting menus will be displayed. ScanSettings consists of
 Basic
 Options
 Notification
 Wedge
 Symbologies
 About
Basic
Control the scanning options and wedge mode options.
1. Scanning
 Change the scanner’s trigger timeout and set Auto scan & Continuous scan.
 Enable or disable the TouchScan, which is a software scanner button. Place a scan icon
in any position and tap the icon to read a barcode.
Figure 57 ScanSettings - Basic
Figure 58 ScanSettings - TouchScan
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2. Wedge mode
 Change the result type of decoded data among the below list.
 User Message
 Keyboard Event
 Clipboard (KEYCODE_PASTE)
 Clipboard (Ctrl + V)
 Intent Broadcast
 Custom Intent
 Set Terminator as,
 None
 Space
 Tab
 LF
 Tap & LF
Options
 Enable / Disable the center window, Aimer, Illumination.
 Set Decode mode & Power save mode.
Figure 59 ScanSettings - Options
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Notification
Control the beep sound, LED and vibration option.
Figure 60 ScanSettings - Notification
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Wedge
Set below items in Wedge settings

Barcode ID

Aim ID

Group separator

Prefix

Suffix

Character set

Extended Wedge
Figure 61 ScanSettings - Wedge
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Extended wedge
PM30 supports Extended wedge that allows to edit the decoded data. Tap Enable extended wedge
toggle switch and then set a rule in Configuration extended wedge.
Figure 62 ScanSettings - Extended wedge
For example, make a rule that add a string “Point Mobile” at the start of decoded data whenever
decoding CODE128.
1. Tap Style (1) and select Condition (2).
Figure 63 Extended wedge example_1
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2. Tap Symbologies and select CODE128 among the symbologies.
Figure 64 Extended wedge example_2
3. Tap Style (1) and select Actions (2).
Figure 65 Extended wedge example_3
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4. Tap ADD and select Move to start to point the start of the decoded data.
Figure 66 Extended wedge example_4
5. Add another action of which action type is Send string. Set value as “Point Mobile”.
Figure 67 Extended wedge example_5
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6. “Point Mobile” string will be added to decoded CODE128 data.
Before
After
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Symbologies
Enable or disable the specific symbology or set detail options. By tapping each symbology name to
access detail options.
Figure 68 ScanSettings - Symbologies
About
Find the scanner information or restore the scanner settings to default.
Figure 69 ScanSettings - About
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Scan a Barcode
Keep the distance as aim the barcode while pressing the scan button on the left side of the PM30. If
another button is set as scan trigger using Program buttons (Refer to Use the Buttons – Program
buttons), it can trigger the scan action, too.
Figure 70 PM30 default scan button
Ideal barcode reading
Place the barcode within the green dot aimer.
Even if the green dot aimer is covering only part of barcode,
PM30 can read the barcode if it is aiming enough area.
Bad barcode reading
Keep the distance that the green dot aimer can cover the
barcode enough.
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ScanDemo
Using Scan Demo app, demonstrate the scanning feature.
1. Execute EmKit
> ScanDemo
.
2. Scan a barcode by pressing the scan button on the device or tapping Start scan button on the
screen.
3. Find scan result
Figure 71 ScanDemo
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Mobile Network (LTE SKU Only)
PM30 LTE SKU (PM30G6K03DHE0F) supports mobile network. To connect mobile network, SIM
card is required. Insert SIM card into PM30 first referring Install SIM & SD card.
After inserting the SIM card, reboot the device. When network is connected, a network icon will be
appeared on the status bar.
Figure 72 Mobile network icon
Find network information and adjust the network settings in Settings
> Network & internet
This setting menu can also be accessed by long-press the Mobile data icon in Quick setting panel.
Figure 73 Mobile network setting
Figure 74 Quick setting panel - mobile network
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Wi-Fi
To turn on and connect a Wi-Fi,
1. Go to Settings
> Network & internet
> Wi-Fi.
2. Tap toggle button to enable Wi-Fi.
3. Device searches for nearby Wi-Fi signals and lists them in order of signal strength.
4. Select a Wi-Fi SSID to connect.
5. The message Connected under the SSID means the device complete to connect to the Wi-Fi.
Figure 75 Wi-Fi connected
Note: There are Open Wi-Fi network and Secured Wi-Fi network. You can tell those apart
by lock icon ( ) in the nearby Wi-Fi list.
To connect the secured Wi-Fi network, you need to enter the password.
Figure 76 Open Wi-Fi Network
Figure 77 Secured Wi-Fi Network
If there is a saved Wi-Fi network, simply turn on the Wi-Fi through the Quick setting panel. The saved
network will be connected automatically.
Figure 78 Wi-Fi in Quick setting panel
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Bluetooth
Turn on / off
Bluetooth is turned off as default. There are two ways to turn on the Bluetooth,
- Open quick setting panel and enable Bluetooth
Figure 79 Bluetooth in Quick setting panel
- Go to Settings
> Connected devices
> Pair new device
Pair and Connect
Bluetooth is turned off as default. To turn on the Bluetooth and connect with a new device,
1. Go to Settings
> Connected devices
.
2. Tap Pair new device.
(Bluetooth will be turned on automatically)
3. Select the device you want to pair among Available devices list.
Figure 80 Bluetooth available devices
4. Follow instructions on the screen (Pairing code or pairing confirmation dialog) and tap PAIR.
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5. When the connection is succeeded, the connected device name is listed in CURRENTLY
CONNECTED
Figure 81 Bluetooth currently connected
To connect a device previously connected, select the device name from the PREVIOUSLY
CONNECTED DEVICES list.
Figure 82 Previously connected devices
Unpair and Disconnect
To unpair the device, select the name of the device you want to unpair from CURRENTLY
.
CONNECTED list and tap FORGET
Or tap DISCONNECT
to disconnect only and not unpair.
Figure 83 Forget device
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Change the Bluetooth device details
Select a device name from CURRENTLY CONNECTED or tap
PREVIOUSLY CONNECTED DEVICES list.
icon next to the device name from
If no devices are listed under the PREVIOUSLY CONNECTED DEVICES, tap See all.
Figure 84 Bluetooth device detail
- To change the device’s name, tap
on the top of the screen
- Turn other settings on or off (Available on some devices)
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NFC (Near Field Communication)
NFC is enabled by default. But if NFC does not work, make sure the NFC
Quick setting panel.
is enabled from the
Figure 85 NFC in Quick setting panel
PM30 has an NFC antenna on the rear side. Check NFC antenna location and bring close the NFC
tag to antenna as below.
Figure 86 NFC antenna location
NFC Antenna
Figure 87 NFC tagging
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RFID
Connect PM30 to RFID reader, RF300 (sold separately). Devices can be connected with each other
through a wired connection or Bluetooth connection. For both connect methods, RFID Control
application is required. Download RFID Control from Service Portal and install the app on the PM30.
Note: Find more detail in RF300 User manual and RFID Control User guide.
To attach the PM30 to RF300,
1. Insert the PM30 into the retention fixture of the RF300 from the top
Figure 88 Installing PM30 to RF300_1
2. Push the bottom side of the PM30 down
Figure 89 Installing PM30 to RF300_2
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System Information
There are two ways for checking system information, on settings and on EmKit.
On Settings
Go to Settings
> About phone
. Following information can be found.
 Device name
 Phone number
 Emergency information
 Legal information & Certificates
 Model & SIM status
 Hostname
 Android version
 IMEI
 IP address
 Wi-Fi MAC address
 Bluetooth address
 Build number
On EmKit
Go to EmKit
> System Information
. Following information can be found.
 Processor information
 Version information
(Android version, OS image version, SDK version, etc.)
 Manufacturer information
(Serial number, Part number, etc.)
 Device information
(Scanner, Camera, Audio, Display, etc.)
 Battery information
(Battery charging status, etc.)
 App version information
(Version of EmKit apps)
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OS Update
Periodic update improves the performance of the device. Point Mobile provides up-to-date OS version
via Service Portal and FOTA. Update the device via storage, OTG port, and FOTA server. Depending
on the workspace environment, choose more suitable method.
Note: Please backup your data before starting the update process.
OS update via storage
To update the OS using storage,
1. Download an OS image file into the root folder of microSD card or device internal storage
2. (In case of using SD card) Insert SD card to the device and then turn the device on
3. Go to Settings
> System
> Advanced > System Update
4. Check if the OS image file shows up under AVAILABLE VERSIONS
Figure 90 OS update via storage
5. Tap UPDATE to start the update process
Note: If the OS image file doesn't show up in AVAILABLE VERSIONS, check the file is
placed in the root folder of storage. System only can recognize the file in the root folder.
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OS update via OTG port
PM30 supports the USB OTG feature.
1. Prepare a formatted USB flash drive for OS update
2. Copy an OS image file to the root folder of the flash drive
3. Connect the flash driver to the PM30
4. Go to Settings
> System
> Advanced > System Update
5. Check if the OS image file shows up under AVAILABLE VERSIONS
6. Tap UPDATE to start the update process
OS update via FOTA
If PM30 can connect to a network, use the FOTA server for the update.
1. Connect the device with a network
2. Go to Settings
> System
> Advanced > System Update
3. Tap FOTA tab or Swipe left to move to FOTA tab
4. If there is an OS version newer than device’s one, the server shows the new OS information
Figure 91 OS update via FOTA
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5. Tap Download
6. Tap OK on the OS Update dialog to start to download the OS image file
7. To complete the update, rebooting is required. Tap OK on the Restart required dialog to restart
the device
Note: Basically, OS update via FOTA works over Wi-Fi or Ethernet only. To enable the
OS update over Mobile Network too, uncheck the setting value in FOTA Settings.
Downloading over the Mobile network may result in additional charges.
Figure 92 FOTA Settings
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Factory Data Reset
When PM30 work abnormal or there is a need to reset the device, follow the steps below to perform a
factory data reset.
Caution: Factory data reset will erase all personalized settings and data saved in the device,
such as Google account, apps, user data, etc. And factory data reset cannot undo.
Factory data reset via Settings app
If the device can be turned on and access Settings,
1. Navigate to Settings
> System
> Advanced > Reset options
2. Tap Erase all data (factory reset)
3. After being aware that factory reset will erase all data from the internal storage, tap Erase all data
Figure 93 Factory data reset
4. Tap Erase all data again to start the factory reset process
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Factory data reset via recovery mode
If device works abnormal so does not turn on, try to perform factory data reset through Android
recovery mode.
1. Press and hold power button and volume up buttons simultaneously when PM30 turned off
Figure 94 Recovery mode button combination
2. After short vibration, release the power button
3. Using the keys below, select Wipe data/factory reset
 Move down / up – Press volume down / up button
 Select the menu – Press power button
4. After wiping the data, select Reboot system now
Figure 95 Factory reset via recovery mode
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Accessories
PM30 supports below optional accessories.
Category
Accessory Name
Usage
Gun handle
Provide additional scan trigger button
(Programmable)
RF300
Reading UHF RFID tags
SSC (Single Slot Cradle)
Charge PM30 with sled accessory
2SC (2 Slot Cradle)
Charge PM30 and PM30 with PMBooster or
protection case
Wireless charging
Wireless charging pad
Charge PM30 wirelessly
Extended battery case
PMBooster
Provide extended battery capacity to PM30
Protective case
Protective case
Protect PM30 from physical damage
Sled type
Charging cradle
Gun Handle
Attach a gun handle to PM30 and use additional programmable button. The button is used for
triggering scanner usually.
Figure 96 PM30 with gun handle
RF300 (UHF RFID Reader)
RF300 is mounted on the PM30 and used to read RFID tags. To connect the devices, RFID Control
application is required. For more detail, see RFID chapter or RF300 User Manual.
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Single Slot Cradle (SSC)
SSC is a charging cradle for a PM30 with sled type accessory mounted. SSC can charge,
 PM30 with RF300 mounted
 PM30 with gun handle mounted
PM30 and RF300 will be charged simultaneously when using SSC.
For more detail, find Charge the device – Charging with Cradle chapter or SSC Quick start guide.
2 Slot Cradle (2SC)
2SC is a charging cradle which can charge 2 unit of PM30 simultaneously. 2SC can charge,
 PM30 alone
 PM30 with PMBooster
 PM30 with protective case
If a PM30 with PMBooster mounted is installed into 2SC, PM30 is charged first and after fully
charging the PM30, PMBooster will be charged.
For more detail, find Charge the device – Charging with Cradle chapter or 2SC Quick start guide.
Wireless Charging Pad
PM30 supports wireless charging. Wireless charging pad can charge,
 PM30 alone
 PM30 with protective case
Refer to Charge the device – Wireless charging chapter to find out how to charge PM30 by wireless
charging pad.
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PMBooster
PMBooster is an extended battery case for PM30. PMBooster includes a rechargeable 3250mAh
Li-ion battery so it can charge the PM30 through USB Type C connector.
To use PMBooster, slide the PM30 into PMBooster top to bottom as below figure. Before installing the
PM30, remove all mounted accessories from PM30.
Figure 97 Insert PM30 to PMBooster
PM30 with PMBooster mounted can be charged using USB Type C cable or 2SC.
For more detail, find PMBooster Quick start guide.
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Safety Information
Battery Safety Information
Follow battery safety guidelines in this manual for safe usage and disposal of Li-ion batteries.
Improper battery usage may result in an explosion, fire, or other critical hazards.
Battery Usage & Disposal Guidelines
1. Use only Point Mobile approved batteries and charging accessories. Other batteries and charger
may damage the device.
2. Do not disassemble or modify the battery. Do not bend, shred, deform the battery.
3. Do not expose the battery to excessive heat or cold. Do not place the battery into a microwave
oven or dryer.
4. Do not short-circuit the battery or allow a foreign object to battery contacts.
5. Do not burn, expose to water, or other liquids the battery.
6. If battery leakage is observed, avoid any contact with the skin or eyes. If contact has been
made, wash the affected area with water for 15 minutes, and seek medical attention.
7. Follow the local regulations for the disposal of used batteries.
8. Do not store or charge the battery in direct sunlight or in areas prone to get hot such as in a
parked vehicle, near a heat duct, or close to other heat sources.
Battery Charging Guidelines
1. Do not charge the battery in or near areas with materials that could obstruct charging or cause a
short-circuit.
2. Do not charge the battery in the excessive hot or cold area.
3. Separate the charger from the battery as soon as possible when the battery is fully charged.
4. Charge it at least once every six months to prevent full discharge and keep the performance,
when you are not using the battery for a long period.
Notice: The battery is consumable goods. Point Mobile provides warranty for battery in 6
months after purchase.
If you suspect the battery swelling, change the battery and contact Point Mobile to use
safely.
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