Bartec TC26ex-NI User manual

Touch Computer TC26ex-NI
Quick Start Guide

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Quick Start Guide - Translation
TC26ex-NI
Touch Computer
Type B7-A2C*-****/********
Class I, II, III Division 2
Document No.: B1-A2C0-7E0001
Status: June 2022
Proviso: Subject to technical changes. Changes, mistakes and printing errors do
not substantiate any claim to damages.
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TC26ex-NI - Touch Computer
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Table of content
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1Basic safety information ...................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Information on this Quick Start Guide............................................................................... 1
1.1.1 Languages........................................................................................................................ 2
1.1.2 Changes in the document................................................................................................. 2
1.1.3Registered trademarks ..................................................................................................... 2
1.2 Handling the product ........................................................................................................ 2
1.3 Intended use..................................................................................................................... 3
1.3.1 Exclusive purpose ............................................................................................................ 3
1.3.2 Unintended use ................................................................................................................ 3
1.4 Duties of the operator....................................................................................................... 3
1.5 Safety information............................................................................................................. 3
1.6 Maintenance..................................................................................................................... 4
1.6.1 Servicing........................................................................................................................... 4
1.6.2 Inspection......................................................................................................................... 4
1.6.3 Repairs............................................................................................................................. 4
1.6.4 Commissioning................................................................................................................. 4
1.7 Labelling, test certificate, and standards .......................................................................... 4
1.8 Warranty........................................................................................................................... 5
1.9 Co-applicable documents................................................................................................. 6
1.10 Definition of terms............................................................................................................. 6
1.11 Configuration .................................................................................................................... 7
2Regulatory information ........................................................................................................................ 8
2.1 UL Listed Products with GPS ........................................................................................... 8
2.2 Wireless Device Country Approvals ................................................................................. 8
2.2.1 Country Roaming.............................................................................................................. 8
2.2.2 Wi-Fi Direct / Hotspot Mode ............................................................................................. 8
2.2.3 Frequency of Operation –FCC and IC............................................................................. 9
2.3 Health and Safety Recommendations.............................................................................. 9
2.3.1 Ergonomic Recommendations ......................................................................................... 9
2.3.2 Warnings for Use of Wireless Devices ........................................................................... 10
2.3.3 Safety in Aircraft ............................................................................................................. 10
2.3.4 Safety in Hospitals.......................................................................................................... 10
2.3.5 Pacemakers ................................................................................................................... 10
2.3.6 Other Medical Devices ................................................................................................... 10
2.4 RF Exposure Guidelines................................................................................................. 11
2.4.1 US and Canada - Co-located statement......................................................................... 11
2.4.2 LED Devices................................................................................................................... 11
2.4.3 Power Supply ................................................................................................................. 11
2.5 Batteries ......................................................................................................................... 12
2.5.1 Battery information ......................................................................................................... 12
2.5.2 Battery Safety Guidelines............................................................................................... 12
2.6Use with Hearing Aids - FCC.......................................................................................... 13
2.6.1 ANSI C63.19 Rating System .......................................................................................... 14
2.6.2 Hearing Aid Compatibility ............................................................................................... 14
2.7 Radio Frequency Interference Requirements-FCC ........................................................ 14
2.7.1 Radio Frequency Interference Requirements –Canada ................................................ 15

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3Product description............................................................................................................................ 16
3.1 TC26ex-NI ....................................................................................................................... 16
3.2 Purpose of use ............................................................................................................... 16
4Structure.............................................................................................................................................. 17
5Technical data..................................................................................................................................... 19
5.1 Explosion protection ....................................................................................................... 19
5.2 Features ......................................................................................................................... 20
5.2.1 Performance features..................................................................................................... 20
5.2.2 Physical features ............................................................................................................ 20
5.2.3 User environment ........................................................................................................... 21
5.2.4 Data transmission WiFi................................................................................................... 21
5.2.5Wireless WAN Data & Voice Communications............................................................... 22
5.2.6 Bluetooth Data & Voice Communications....................................................................... 23
5.2.7 Global Positioning System.............................................................................................. 23
5.2.8 Camera........................................................................................................................... 23
5.2.9 NFC/HF RFID Reader .................................................................................................... 23
5.2.10 Barcode capture ............................................................................................................. 24
5.3 Battery............................................................................................................................ 25
5.4 Software ......................................................................................................................... 26
5.5 Product labelling............................................................................................................. 27
5.5.1 Touch Computer............................................................................................................. 27
5.5.2 Battery............................................................................................................................ 28
6Transport and storage........................................................................................................................ 29
6.1 Transport........................................................................................................................ 29
6.2 Storage........................................................................................................................... 29
7Commissioning................................................................................................................................... 30
7.1 Requirements in hazardous areas.................................................................................. 30
7.2 First steps....................................................................................................................... 32
8Operation............................................................................................................................................. 33
8.1 Handling accessories ..................................................................................................... 33
8.1.1 Insert SIM card ............................................................................................................... 33
8.1.2 Insert microSD card........................................................................................................ 36
8.1.3 Insert/change battery...................................................................................................... 38
8.1.4 Charging the Main battery .............................................................................................. 41
8.1.5 Charging the spare battery............................................................................................. 43
8.1.6 Hand strap...................................................................................................................... 45
8.1.7 Scan handle ................................................................................................................... 46
8.1.8 Using the touch screen................................................................................................... 48
8.2 Scanning - Barcode........................................................................................................ 50
8.2.1 Scanning ........................................................................................................................ 50
8.2.2 Scan buttons for the scanner.......................................................................................... 51
8.2.3 Datawegds ..................................................................................................................... 52
8.3 Scanning –RFID NFC/HF.............................................................................................. 53
8.3.1 Scanning ........................................................................................................................ 53
8.3.2 Scan buttons and antenna position ................................................................................ 54
9Disposal............................................................................................................................................... 55

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1Basic safety information
1.1 Information on this Quick Start Guide
Read carefully before putting the devices into operation.
The Quick Start Guide is a fixed part of the product. It must be kept in the direct vicinity of
the device and the installation, operating and service staff must have access to it at all
times.
The Quick Start Guide contains important information, safety instructions and test
certificates which are necessary for the perfect function of the device in operation.
The Quick Start Guide is directed at all individuals concerned with the commissioning,
handling and servicing of the product. The applicable guidelines and standards for areas
with gas and dust atmosphere (EN/IEC 60079-17, EN/IEC 60079-19) must be observed
when conducting this work.
Knowledge of the safety and warning information in this Quick Start Guide and the strict
compliance with it is essential for safe installation and commissioning. Accidents, injuries
and material damage can be avoided by circumspect handling and systematically
following the instructions.
The examples, tables, and figures provided in this Quick Start Guide are for illustration
purposes. Due to the different requirements of the respective application, the BARTEC
company cannot assume responsibility or liability for actual use based on the examples
and figures.
The BARTEC company reserves the right to carry out technical changes at any time.
In no event will BARTEC company be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential
damages resulting from the use or application of this Quick Start Guide.
Safety and warning information is particularly emphasised in this Quick Start Guide and
marked by symbols.
DANGER
DANGER describes a directly imminent danger. If not avoided, death or severe injury
will be the consequence.
WARNING
WARNING describes a possibly imminent danger. If not avoided, death or severe injury
may be the consequence.
CAUTION
CAUTION describes a possibly imminent danger. If not avoided, mild or slight injury may
be the consequence.
ATTENTION
ATTENTION describes a possibly damaging situation. If not avoided, the plant or
objects in its vicinity may be damaged.
Important information on effective, economical & environmentally compliant handling.

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1.1.1 Languages
The original Quick Start Guide with safety information is written in German. All other
available languages are translations of the original Quick Start Guide.
The Quick Start Guide is available in German and English. If further languages are required,
these must be requested from BARTEC or stated on placing an order.
1.1.2 Changes in the document
BARTEC reserves the right to change the content of this document without notification. No
warranty is assumed for the correctness of the information. In cases of doubt, the German
safety instructions apply because it is not possible to rule out errors of translation or printing.
In the case of legal disputes, the “General Terms and Conditions of Business” of the
BARTEC Group also apply.
The current versions of the datasheets, user manual, certificates and declarations of
conformity can be downloaded from www.bartec.com or may be requested directly from
BARTEC GmbH.
1.1.3 Registered trademarks
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth Special Interest Group
Android The "Android" name, the Android logo, the Google Play trademark and
other Google trademarks are the property of Google LLC.
WiFi is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi-Alliance, an association of
manufacturers founded in 1999.
1.2 Handling the product
The product described in this Quick Start Guide left the factory in a perfect and tested state
in terms of safety. To maintain this state and to achieve a perfect and safe operation of this
product, it may only be operated in the manner described by the manufacturer. In addition,
the perfect and safe operation of this product requires correct transportation, proper storage
and careful operation.
The safe and perfect handling of the Touch Computer is a prerequisite for its perfect and
correct functioning.

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1.3 Intended use
1.3.1 Exclusive purpose
The Touch Computer series is a handheld piece of electrical equipment. It serves the
purpose of the mobile recording, processing and/or radio transmission of data within
hazardous areas.
It is used exclusively in combination with devices which comply with the requirements
placed on the overvoltage category I.
The admissible operating data of the device used must be considered.
1.3.2 Unintended use
Any other use is unintended and may lead to damage and accidents. The manufacturer
shall not be liable for any use extending beyond the exclusive purpose.
1.4 Duties of the operator
The operator undertakes to only permit persons to work with the Touch Computer who
are acquainted with the basic regulations on safety and accident prevention, and who
have been inducted in the use of the Touch Computer,
have read and understood the documentation, the safety chapter and the warnings.
The operator checks that the safety and accident prevention regulations applicable to the
respective case of use have been observed.
1.5 Safety information
Do not dry wipe or clean devices in hazardous areas!
Do not open devices in hazardous areas.
Do not replace or charge battery in hazardous areas.
General statutory provisions or guidelines on occupational health and safety, accident
prevention provisions and environmental protection laws must be heeded, e.g.
Operational Safety Ordinance (BetrSichV) and nationally applicable ordinances.
Use suitable clothing and shoes with respect to the danger of hazardous electrostatic
charges.
Avoid heat influences outside the specified temperature range.
Protect device from external influences! Do not expose device to caustic/aggressive
liquids, vapours or spray. In the case of malfunction or damaged enclosure, remove
the device immediately from the hazardous area and bring it to a safe place.

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1.6 Maintenance
The pertinent erection and operating provisions for electrical systems must be observed!
(e.g. Directive 2014/34/EU, BetrSichV and nationally applicable ordinances
EN/IEC 60079-14 and the series DIN VDE 0100)!
Observe the national waste disposal regulations when disposing of the devices.
1.6.1 Servicing
No constant servicing will be necessary if operated correctly under consideration of the
assembly instructions and environmental conditions.
1.6.2 Inspection
According to EN/IEC 60079-17 and EN/IEC 60079-19 the operator of electrical systems in
hazardous areas is obliged to have these inspected by an electrician to ensure correct
condition.
1.6.3 Repairs
Repairs to explosion-protected devices may only be performed by authorized personnel
with original spare parts and according to the state of the art.
Therefore all repairs to the Touch Computer have to conducted by BARTEC.
Contact information and instructions for repair requests and processing can be found at:
https://www.bartec.de/en/service/automation-enterprise-mobility/
Procedure guide
RMA Form
1.6.4 Commissioning
It must be checked that all components and documents are available before commissioning.
1.7 Labelling, test certificate, and standards
Labels on explosion protection and the test certificate are attached to the Touch Computer.
Labelling see Chapter: Technical data.
The guidelines and standards applicable to the Touch Computer for devices and protected
systems for intended use in hazardous areas are provided in Chapter: Declaration of
Conformity.