Apulsetech a711P User manual

α711P
RFID UHF Reader
User Guide
Ver. 0.1

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Copyright 2020. Aplusetechnology Co.,Ltd. All rights reserved.
Apulsetech is the manufacturer of Apulsetech RFID handheld computers.
This document and related software in this device are protected by international copyright laws.
Any part of this document may not be reproduced, removed or used in any form by any means, without
permission in writing from Apulsetech.
The contents in this manual is subject to change without prior notice.
Apulsetech and α711P are registered trademarks of Apulsetechnology Co.,Ltd., all other trademarks and
copyrights are property of their respective owners.
The software is provided for user understanding how to use the device and application development. All
software, including firmware, is on a licensed basis.
No right to copy a licensed program in whole or in part is granted, to other device except as permitted
under copyright law.
Apulsetech
C-1211, 60, Haan-ro,
Gwangmyeong-si,
Gyeonggi-do,
Republic of Korea
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Date
Description
Ver.0.1
2020/03/31
Draft
Revision History

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1. About this guide................................................................................................. 8
1.1 Introduction ...........................................................................................................................8
1.2 Configuration .........................................................................................................................8
1.3 Related document and Software...........................................................................................8
1.4 Service information ...............................................................................................................8
1.5 Safety information .................................................................................................................9
2. Brief Description of  ................................................................................ 11
2.1 Packing Contents ...........................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
2.2 α711P Overview ...................................................................................................................11
2.2.1 Top view .......................................................................................................................11
2.2.2 Bottom view.................................................................................................................11
2.2.3 Front view.....................................................................................................................12
2.2.4 Back view .....................................................................................................................13
2.3 α711P Accessories..........................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
3. Getting Started ................................................................................................ 14
3.1 Installing and Replacing the Battery ...................................................................................14
3.2 Charging the Battery............................................................................................................15
3.3 Battery Management ...........................................................................................................15
3.3.1 When charging a711 and Smart at the same time with DC Adapter오류! 책갈피가
정의되어 있지 않습니다.
3.3.2 When charging through Docking Cradle오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
3.3.3 Spare Battery charging ..........................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
3.4 Switching α711P on and off.................................................................................................15
3.5 Reset.....................................................................................................................................16

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4. Android Connections ........................................................................................ 17
4.1 Compatible Product Models................................................................................................17
4.2 Demo Apps ...........................................................................................................................17
4.3 BT Connection................................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
4.3.1 Setup ......................................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
4.3.2 Make a Connection ................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
4.4 Bluetooth Connection..........................................................................................................17
4.4.1 Setup ............................................................................................................................17
4.4.2 Make a Connection ......................................................................................................17
4.5 Wi-Fi Connection..................................................................................................................19
4.5.1 Setup ............................................................................................................................19
4.5.2 Make a Connection ......................................................................................................19
5. Windows Connections ............................ 오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
5.1 Compatible Product Models..........................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
5.2 BT Connection................................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
5.2.1 Setup ......................................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
5.2.2 Make a Connection ................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
5.3 Bluetooth Connection....................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
5.3.1 Setup ......................................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
5.3.2 Make a Connection ................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
5.4 Wi-Fi Connection............................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
5.4.1 Setup ......................................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
5.4.2 Make a Connection ................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
5.5 Serial Connection...........................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
5.5.1 Setup ......................................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
5.5.2 Make a Connection ................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
6. iOS Connections............................................................................................... 21
7. LED Indications ................................................................................................ 22
7.1 α711P Booting & Battery Level status .................................................................................22

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7.2 BT Mode................................................................................................................................22
7.2.1 α711P BT Ready ...........................................................................................................22
7.2.2 α711P BT Connection ..................................................................................................22
7.2.3 α711P BT Sleep ............................................................................................................22
7.2.4 α711P BT HID Ready.....................................................................................................22
7.2.5 α711P BT HID Connection............................................................................................22
7.2.6 α711P BT HID Sleep .....................................................................................................23
7.3 BT Mode................................................................................................................................23
7.3.1 α711P BT Ready ...........................................................................................................23
7.3.2 α711P BT Connection ..................................................................................................23
7.3.3 α711P BT Sleep ............................................................................................................23
7.4 WIFI Mode.......................................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
7.4.1 α711P WIFI Read ....................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
7.4.2 α711P WIFI Connection..........................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
7.4.3 α711P WIFI Sleep....................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
7.5 Serial Mode.....................................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
7.5.1 α711P Serial Ready ................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
7.5.2 α711P Serial Connection .......................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
7.5.3 α711P Serial Sleep .................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
7.6 When Charging Status....................................오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지 않습니다.
7.6.1 α711PCharging : RED LED is on the battery status오류! 책갈피가 정의되어 있지
않습니다.
8. Follow Demo APK ............................................................................................. 23
8.1 UHF Reading.........................................................................................................................23
8.2 Barcode Scanning................................................................................................................24
9. OS & Firmware Update ..................................................................................... 25
9.1 OS Update ............................................................................................................................25
9.2 RFID F/W Update ..................................................................................................................25
10. Specifications .................................................................................................. 25

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11. Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 27

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1. About this guide
1.1 
The α711P (RFID UHF Reader) is a high performance UHF reader connecting to almost any mobile device.
WIFI, Bluetooth or BT connections can be chosen in order to link to Android or iPhone device. Optional 2D
barcode scanner engine from Zebra is available to capture 1D/2D barcode data and multitask on mobile
phone efficiently. Users are able to experience highest working performance with α711P
This guide is designed for helping users to operate α711P effectively. Please read the guide carefully before
using α711P.
1.2 
▪This guide provides information of the following configurations including optional features.
Model
Operating System
Radios
Memory
Data Capture Options
α711P
Google Android
860MHz –
960MHz
2GB RAM, 8GB
Internal
2D Imager Barcode Scanner
1.3 
α711P Quick Guide
Android SDK User Guide
Android SDK Developer’s Guide
Android SDK Release Notes
Barcode Demo app
RFID Demo app
BarcodeRfidDemo app
Remote Manager app
1.4 
If you have problem with the device, visit our web site to analyze the problem or contact our partner in region
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Contact information is available at our website http://www.apulsetech.com
When requesting support, please have following information;
-Serial number of the device ( On manufacturing label )
-Firmware version
1.5 

This guide uses the following symbols to indicate hazards and additional information.



Warning
Implies information that could result in serious injury to yourself or
others.
Caution
Implies information that may result in minor or serious product
damage.
Note
Implies information that can help you get more important than
surrounding text, such as exceptions or additional information.
Before you use the α711P, please read this chapter of information and keep your child away from the
product and aware of this information. For detailed information, please refer to the safety guidelines.
▪Do not use α711P during driving for safety.
▪In medical sites, please follow the relevant regulations by turning off your α711P when you are in medical
sites.
▪Please turn off your α711P or turn on planes mode when you are boarding, to avoid wireless signals
jamming aircraft control signal.
▪Please turn off your α711P near the use of high precision electronic equipment, otherwise it may lead to
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▪Do not take apart your α711P or accessories without authorizing. Only authorized institutions can repair
this α711P.
▪Please keep α711P away from magnetic equipment. The radiation of α711P will erase the information of
the magnetic storage device.
▪Please don’t use α711P under high temperature or in flammable areas (example: gas station).
▪Please keep your α711P and accessories away from children without supervising.
▪Please obey the relevant laws and regulations when you use your α711P, and respect others lawful rights
and privacy.
▪Product not available while charging
▪Modifying the device’s operating system or installing software from unknown sources may cause device
malfunction or data loss. Improper or unauthorized use of the device voids your one-year limited warranty.

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2. Brief Description of α711P
2.1 
2.1.1 Top view
No.
Item
Description
1
2D Imager
Scans barcodes by emitting a red laser when you press the related
button.
2.1.2 Bottom view
No.
Item
Description
1
BT connector
Allows the device to be connected to PC or other device.
2
Battery cover
Holds battery with locker
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2.1.3 Front view
1. 
No.
Item
Description
1
25%, 50%, 75%,
100%
Battery Level
All LED is green and does not blink
- “25% LED” turns Red color when the battery is charging.
2
BT
When the BT mode is selected, Green lamp blinks
3
WIFI
When the WIFI mode is selected, Blue lamp blinks
4
HID
When the HID mode is selected, Green lamp.
5
READY
In power saving mode, LED color is Green.
2. 
-Smartphone holder free stick
3. 
-Role of sending and receiving tag data
4. 
-Charging
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2
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3
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2.1.4 Back view
No.
Item
Description
1
Power key
Press and hold to boot α711P when it’s completely turn off.
Reset Key
When α711P is stuck and no physical buttons are not
working, use small objects and press RESET button shortly,
then device will force to shut down.
Recommend not using the RESET key while α711P is working
normally. It may damage the system and data loss.
Mode key
Selection button for communication mode
FNC Key
RFID Single reading mode and Multi reading mode selection
button.
WPS Key
Button to attempt to connect a711 to a WIFI AP
UP
Volume UP or RFID power level UP button
Default is volume UP
5
4
3
2
1
1
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a
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DOWN
Volume DOWN or RFID power level DOWN button
Default is volume DOWN
2
Scan Trigger
Scanning Barcode
3
Hand Strap
Holder
Place for attaching Hand Strap ( optional )
4
RFID Trigger
RFID reader
5
Speaker
For sound alert
3. Getting Started
3.1 
α711P uses Lithium-ion rechargeable battery.
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1. Turn the battery lock latch 45 degree to the left(Unlock side)and lift the battery cover.
2. Insert the battery into the battery slot, make sure the gold contacts are aligned.
3. Place the cover and turn the lock latch 45 degree to the right ( lock side ).
Before removing the battery, turn off the power. Failure to do so it may cause damage to the
device.
When removing the battery cover, press the cover firmly and slide the latch unlock side, be
careful not to damage your fingernail.
3.2 

3.3 
To charge α711P uses BT cable or a docking cradle with the appropriate power supply. You can also charge
the battery by connecting it to computer with BT cable.
Before using the α711P for the first time, charge the battery until the green
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3.4 
⚫Press reset button to reset the device.
⚫Reset button is hardware key, it works while a711 powers on.
It will shut down device and running application, you may lose data which made on the
running application, please back-up important data frequently and use the reset function
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4. Android Connections
4.1 
It is recommended to use of the mobile device with Android OS version 5.0 or later.
4.2 
- 
Install the application on the PC and Mobile device to connect to a711 and refer to Android SDK User Guide.
α711P provides Demo Apps for function test and customer application development.
Demo Apps may update or change without any notice.
For latest demo apps or support, please contact your regional partner or visit our website.

Or you can download and install the related apk from Google Play Store by searching Apulsetech.
4.3 
4.3.1 Setup
-Select Bluetooth mode by pressing BT button on a711 and check if the BT LED is blinking.
4.3.2 Make a Connection
- - Run “RFID/Barcode demo app” on your mobile device.

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Run Demo app on the mobile device. →1. Select SPP mode from Bluetooth section.
2. Press Search button on the screen.
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Select a searched device. →Control RFID or barcode scanner while BT in connected
4.4 
4.4.1 Setup
-Select WIFI mode by pressing WIFI button on a711 and check if the WIFI LED is blinking.
4.4.2 Make a Connection
- Try to make a connection by pressing WPS key on the AP while pressing WPS key on a711

WPS Key

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Run Demo app on the mobile device. →Press Search button on the screen.
Select a searched device. →Control RFID or barcode scanner while WIFI in connected