Asus AAEON RTC-710RK User manual

Last Updated: August 26, 2021
RTC-710RK
Rugged Tablet Computer
User’s Manual 1st Ed

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Copyright Notice
This document is copyrighted, 2021. All rights are reserved. The original manufacturer
reserves the right to make improvements to the products described in this manual at
any time without notice.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, or transmitted in any
form or by any means without the prior written permission of the original
manufacturer. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and
reliable. However, the original manufacturer assumes no responsibility for its use, or
for any infringements upon the rights of third parties that may result from its use.
The material in this document is for product information only and is subject to change
without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this
document to assure its accuracy, AAEON assumes no liabilities resulting from errors or
omissions in this document, or from the use of the information contained herein.
AAEON reserves the right to make changes in the product design without notice to its
users.

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Acknowledgement
All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
⚫Rockchip is a registered trademark of Rockchip Electronics Co., Ltd.
⚫Arm® and Cortex® are registered trademarks of Arm Limited (or its
subsidiaries) in the US and/or elsewhere
⚫Android™ is a trademark of Google LLC
⚫Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth Special Interest Group
(SIG)
The publisher of this document does not claim nor imply ownership of product names
not herein listed.

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Packing List
Before setting up your product, please make sure the following items have been
shipped:
Item
Quantity
⚫RTC-710RK
1
⚫12V power adapter (power cord ordered separately)
1
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your distributor or sales
representative immediately.

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About this Document
This User’s Manual contains all the essential information, such as detailed descriptions
and explanations on the product’s hardware and software features (if any), its
specifications, dimensions, jumper/connector settings/definitions, and driver
installation instructions (if any), to facilitate users in setting up their product.
Users may refer to the product page at AAEON.com for the latest version of this
document.

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Safety Precautions
Please read the following safety instructions carefully. It is advised that you keep this
manual for future references
1. All cautions and warnings on the device should be noted.
2. Make sure the power source matches the power rating of the device.
3. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything
over the power cord.
4. Always completely disconnect the power before working on the system’s
hardware.
5. No connections should be made when the system is powered as a sudden rush
of power may damage sensitive electronic components.
6. If the device is not to be used for a long time, disconnect it from the power
supply to avoid damage by transient over-voltage.
7. Always disconnect this device from any AC supply before cleaning.
8. While cleaning, use a damp cloth instead of liquid or spray detergents.
9. Make sure the device is installed near a power outlet and is easily accessible.
10. Keep this device away from humidity.
11. Place the device on a solid surface during installation to prevent falls
12. Watch out for high temperatures when the system is running.
13. Never pour any liquid into the openings. This could cause fire or electric shock.
14. As most electronic components are sensitive to static electrical charge, be sure
to ground yourself to prevent static charge when installing the internal
components. Use a grounding wrist strap and contain all electronic components
in any static-shielded containers.
15. If any of the following situations arises, please the contact our service personnel:
i. Damaged power cord or plug

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ii. Liquid intrusion to the device
iii. Exposure to moisture
iv. Device is not working as expected or in a manner as described in
this manual
v. The device is dropped or damaged
vi. Any obvious signs of damage displayed on the device
16. DO NOT LEAVE THIS DEVICE IN AN UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT WITH
TEMPERATURES BEYOND THE DEVICE’S PERMITTED STORAGE TEMPERATURES
(SEE CHAPTER 1) TO PREVENT DAMAGE.
17. Do not use the battery pack if any part of it is protruding or inflated. Replace
with a new battery pack immediately.
18. If the battery pack cannot be charged (won’t hold a charge, system is unable to
charge it), replace the battery pack with a new one immediately.

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FCC Statement
This device complies with Part 15 FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Caution:
There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer’s instructions and your local government’s recycling or
disposal directives.
Attention:
Il y a un risque d’explosion si la batterie est remplacée de façon incorrecte.
Ne la remplacer qu’avec le même modèle ou équivalent recommandé par le
constructeur. Recycler les batteries usées en accord avec les instructions du fabricant et
les directives gouvernementales de recyclage.

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China RoHS Requirements (CN)
产品中有毒有害物质或元素名称及含量
AAEON System QO4-381 Rev.A0
部件名称
有毒有害物质或元素
铅
(Pb)
汞
(Hg)
镉
(Cd)
六价铬
(Cr(VI))
多溴联苯
(PBB)
多溴二苯
醚(PBDE)
印刷电路板
及其电子组件
×
○
○
○
○
○
外部信号
连接器及线材
×
○
○
○
○
○
外壳
○
○
○
○
○
○
中央处理器
与内存
×
○
○
○
○
○
硬盘
×
○
○
○
○
○
液晶模块
×
×
○
○
○
○
光驱
×
○
○
○
○
○
触控模块
×
○
○
○
○
○
电源
×
○
○
○
○
○
电池
×
○
○
○
○
○
本表格依据 SJ/T 11364 的规定编制。
○ ：表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在
GB/T 26572标准规定的限量要求以下。
×：表示该有害物质的某一均质材料超出了GB/T 26572的限量要求，然而该
部件
仍符合欧盟指令2011/65/EU 的规范。
备注：
一、此产品所标示之环保使用期限，系指在一般正常使用状况下。
二、上述部件物质中央处理器、内存、硬盘、光驱、电源为选购品。
三、上述部件物质液晶模块、触控模块仅一体机产品适用。

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China RoHS Requirement (EN)
Hazardous and Toxic Materials List
AAEON System QO4-381 Rev.A0
Component
Name
Hazardous or Toxic Materials or Elements
Lead (Pb)
Mercury (Hg)
Cadmium (Cd)
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr(VI))
Polybrominat ed biphenyls (PBBs)
Polybrominat ed diphenyl ethers (PBDEs)
PCB and
Components
X
O
O
O
O
O
Wires &
Connectors for
Ext.Connections
X
O
O
O
O
O
Chassis
O
O
O
O
O
O
CPU & RAM
X
O
O
O
O
O
HDD Drive
X
O
O
O
O
O
LCD Module
X
X
O
O
O
O
Optical Drive
X
O
O
O
O
O
Touch Control
Module
X
O
O
O
O
O
PSU
X
O
O
O
O
O
Battery
X
O
O
O
O
O
This form is prepared in compliance with the provisions of SJ/T 11364.
O: The level of toxic or hazardous materials present in this component and its parts is below the
limit specified by GB/T 26572.
X: The level of toxic of hazardous materials present in the component exceed the limits
specified by GB/T 26572, but is still in compliance with EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2).
Notes:
1. The Environment Friendly Use Period indicated by labelling on this product is applicable only
to use under normal conditions.
2. Individual components including the CPU, RAM/memory, HDD, optical drive, and PSU are
optional.
3. LCD Module and Touch Control Module only applies to certain products which feature these
components.

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Product Specifications ........................................................................................ 1
1.1 Specifications............................................................................................................2
Chapter 2 –Getting Started...................................................................................................6
2.1 Product Overview ...................................................................................................7
2.2 Notes before use....................................................................................................11
2.3 Turning on the Device .......................................................................................... 12
2.4 Setting the Function Keys .................................................................................... 13
2.5 Connecting to Ethernet........................................................................................ 16
Chapter 3 –Accessories ....................................................................................................... 17
3.1 Barcode Scanner ................................................................................................... 18
Chapter 4 –Frequently Asked Questions........................................................................... 19
4.1 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)................................................................... 20
Appendix A - Statements .....................................................................................................22
A.1 Statements............................................................................................................. 23
A.2 Canadian Notice................................................................................................... 25
A.3 Safety Caution....................................................................................................... 26
A.4 Battery Disposal.....................................................................................................27
A.5 Battery Caution..................................................................................................... 28
A.6 Adapter Caution................................................................................................... 30
A.7 FCC Interference Statement................................................................................ 31
A.8 Regulatory Information and Disclaimers......................................................... 32

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Chapter 1
Chapter 1 - Product Specifications

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1.1 Specifications
System
Processor
Rockchip RK3399K Processor (Quad-Core A53
1.6GHz & Dual-Core A72 2.0GHz)
Operating System
Android 8.1
Memory
Onboard LPDDR4 2GB (Default) / 4GB
Storage
eMMC 16GB (Default) / 32GB
Display
7" WXGA (1280x800) 700-nit / 300-nit TFT LCD
I/O Port
SIM card slot x 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C x 1
Audio jack x 1 (3.5mm)
DC-in jack x 1
microSD card slot x 1
USB2.0 Type-A x 1
UART Port x 1 (Via I/O Module)
10/100/1000 Base-T RJ45 x 1 (Via I/O Module)
Communication
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth v4.2 (EDR + BLE)
Navigation
GPS + GLONASS (Default)
BeiDou (Optional)
External Antenna
WWAN (optional)
LTE via M.2 slot (Optional)
Camera
8MP front camera
8MP rear camera with flash
Sensor
G-sensor
Gyroscope
Light-sensor

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System
Expansion Slot
M.2 slot x 1
Docking connector: USB 3.2 Gen 1 x 1
Barcode Scanner (Optional)
2D Barcode scanner, OPTICON MDI-4100-USB
via I/O module (Optional)
HF RFID (Optional)
ISO 15693 (R/W)
ISO 18092 (R/W)
ISO 14443-A (R/W)
ISO 14443-B (Only Read UID)
Dependent on card type
Physical Key
F1 (Audio on/off)
F2 (Print Screen)
F3 (Barcode Scanner Trigger)
Volume Up
Volume Down
Mechanical
Color
Dark Grey
Dimension (W x H x D)
8.65" x 5.46" x 0.94" (219.8 x 138.8 x 23.9mm)
Gross Weight
1.52 lbs. (0.69 kg) based on configuration
Environmental
Operating Temperature
-20°C ~ 60°C (-4°F ~ 140°F) for high-brightness
version
Storage Temperature
-30°C ~ 70°C (-22°F ~ 158°F)
Humidity
0% ~ 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Environmental Sealing
IP65
Vibration
MIL-STD-810G

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Environmental
Drop
MIL-STD-810G Method 516.6 Procedure IV Drop
Height: 122cm (48 inches)
Shock
MIL-STD-810G
ESD
Air charge: +/- 8KV
Contact charge: +/- 4KV
Certifications and Standards
UL62368-1
CE
FCC
Power Supply
AC/DC Adapter
AC 100 ~ 240 V, 50 ~ 60 Hz, Output: 12V, 3.34A,
40W
Battery Life
Li-ion Battery 8-hour battery life based on test
configurations
Primary Battery
7.4V, 4420mAh, 32.7W
Secondary Battery
Hot-swappable battery: 7.4V, 1530mAh, 11.3W
(Optional)
Display
LCD
7” TFT-LCD Display
Resolution
1280 x 800
Maximum Color
16.7M
Dot Size
0.03925(H) X 0.11775(V) mm
Brightness
700 / 300 nits
Viewing Angle
Horizontal: 178°, Vertical: 178° (Typical)

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Touch Screen
Touch Type
7" Projected Capacitive Multi-Touch Screen
(700 nits with 10 points / 300 nits with 5 points)
Light Transmission
Min. 85%

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Chapter 2
Chapter 2 –Getting Started

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2.1 Product Overview
Front View
Function
Description
Light Sensor
Ambient Light Sensor
8MP Front Camera
8MP Front Camera
HF RFID
High-Frequency RFID Reader; supports 13.56MHz freq.
Function Key x 5
Programable Function Keys:
F1 (Audio on/off)
F2 (Print Screen)
F3 (Barcode Scanner Trigger)
Volume Up, Volume Down

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Side View (Bottom-Left)
Function
Description
USB3.2 Gen 1
USB Type-C
Nano SIM Card Slot
Nano SIM card only
Audio Jack
3.5 mm stereo headphone jack
DC-in Jack
Input: DC 12V
Speaker
Audio out speaker
Docking Connector
RTC-710RK connection for docking station
Kensington Lock
Device Lock

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Side View (Top-Right)
Function
Description
USB2.0
Type A x 1
Micro-SD Card Slot
microSD Card Slot
Power Button
(1) Power On or Shutdown Device
(2) Enter Sleep Mode