Getac PS336 User manual

Rugged Mobile Computing Solutions
PS336
USER MANUAL

Sep. 2012
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Notes
Depending upon the specific model purchased, the color and look of your
device and accessories may not exactly match the graphics shown in this
document.
The screenshots and other presentations shown in this document are for
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generated by the actual product.
For the latest version of the manual, please visit the Getac website at
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Getting Started .............................................................1-1
Identifying Hardware Components....................................... 1-1
Front Components.............................................................. 1-1
Back Components ............................................................... 1-6
Top Components ................................................................ 1-7
Bottom Components .......................................................... 1-8
Getting Your Device Ready for Use ....................................... 1-9
Installing the SIM Card and Battery .................................. 1-9
Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery......1-11
Performing the Initial Startup ......................................... 1-12
Quick Help......................................................................... 1-13
Synchronizing with Your Computer....................................1-13
Installing ActiveSync or WMDC ....................................... 1-13
Using Options........................................................................ 1-15
Using the Tether ............................................................... 1-15
Using the Hand Strap ....................................................... 1-16
Using an MicroSD ............................................................. 1-17
Chapter 2 Basic Skills .....................................................................2-1
Power Saving and Turning Off .............................................. 2-1
Backlight Off....................................................................... 2-1
Entering the Suspend Mode .............................................. 2-1
Turning Off ......................................................................... 2-2
Navigating on the Screen....................................................... 2-2
Using the Touchscreen ....................................................... 2-2

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Using the Keypad ............................................................... 2-3
Home Screen ........................................................................... 2-3
Navigation Bar and Toolbar................................................... 2-4
Running Programs .................................................................. 2-5
Shortcut Menus ....................................................................... 2-5
Notifications ............................................................................ 2-6
Entering Information.............................................................. 2-6
Entering Text Using the Input Panel .................................2-6
Writing or Drawing on the Screen .................................... 2-9
Recording a Message........................................................ 2-13
Securing Your Device............................................................ 2-14
Locking the Screen ........................................................... 2-14
Locking Your SIM Card..................................................... 2-15
Chapter 3 Using the Phone (Select Models Only) ........................3-1
About Your Phone .................................................................. 3-1
Switching On or Off the Phone ......................................... 3-2
Starting the Phone Program.............................................. 3-3
Phone Status Icons.............................................................. 3-3
Making a Call .......................................................................... 3-4
Dialing a Call....................................................................... 3-4
Making a Call from the Onscreen List...............................3-5
Making a Call from Contacts ............................................. 3-5
Making a Call from the Call History List ...........................3-6
Making a Call from Speed Dial .......................................... 3-7
Quickly Making a Call to the Last Missed Call..................3-8
Responding to a Call............................................................... 3-8
Answering a Call................................................................. 3-8
Rejecting a Call ................................................................... 3-8
Ending a Call ....................................................................... 3-8
Operations during a Call ........................................................ 3-9
Adjusting the Phone Volume............................................. 3-9
Using the Mute Function ................................................... 3-9
Using the Speakerphone.................................................... 3-9

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Managing More Than One Call ....................................... 3-10
Taking a Note during a Call.............................................3-11
Using Call History .................................................................. 3-12
Viewing Call History ......................................................... 3-12
Adding an Entry to Contacts Using Call History............. 3-13
Using Speed Dial ................................................................... 3-13
Creating a Speed Dial Entry.............................................3-13
Editing or Deleting a Speed Dial Entry ...........................3-14
Additional Phone Operations ..............................................3-15
Using Text Messages......................................................... 3-15
Setting up an Internet Connection .................................3-15
Checking Your Voice Mail................................................ 3-15
Making an Emergency Call .............................................. 3-15
Dialing an International Call............................................3-16
Customizing Your Phone...................................................... 3-17
Changing Sounds Settings ............................................... 3-17
Changing Security Settings ..............................................3-18
Changing Services Settings .............................................. 3-18
Changing Network Settings.............................................3-19
Changing Band Settings................................................... 3-19
Changing Others Settings ................................................ 3-20
Chapter 4 Managing Your Device .................................................4-1
Managing Power..................................................................... 4-1
Low Battery Signals and Actions ....................................... 4-1
Power-Saving Tips............................................................... 4-2
Customizing Your Device ....................................................... 4-3
Working with Programs and Folders..................................... 4-7
Adding and Removing Programs ...................................... 4-7
Searching and Organizing Information ............................ 4-7
Chapter 5 Microsoft Pocket Outlook.............................................5-1
Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings.............5-1
Creating an Appointment.................................................. 5-2
Viewing Appointments ...................................................... 5-3

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Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues........................... 5-4
Creating a Contact.............................................................. 5-4
Assigning a Ringtone and Picture ..................................... 5-5
Using the Contacts Summary Screen.................................5-5
Tasks: Keeping a To Do List.................................................... 5-6
Creating a Task ................................................................... 5-6
Using the Tasks Summary Screen ...................................... 5-7
Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas................................... 5-8
Creating a Note .................................................................. 5-8
E-mail and Text Messaging: Sending and Receiving
Messages.................................................................................. 5-9
About Accounts .................................................................. 5-9
Reading and Sending E-mails .......................................... 5-10
Reading and Sending Text Messages (Select Models Only)
........................................................................................... 5-12
Chapter 6 More Programs..............................................................6-1
ActiveSync................................................................................ 6-1
Synchronizing Data ............................................................ 6-2
Synchronizing Directly with Exchange Server .................. 6-2
Office Mobile 2010 ................................................................. 6-4
Creating a Document/Workbook/Note .............................6-4
Opening an Office Mobile File .......................................... 6-4
Internet Explorer..................................................................... 6-5
Windows Media ...................................................................... 6-6
Pictures & Videos..................................................................... 6-7
Viewing Pictures and Videos.............................................. 6-7
Camera..................................................................................... 6-8
Taking Pictures.................................................................... 6-8
Recording Video Clips ...................................................... 6-10
Camera Controls and Options..........................................6-12
Getac Camera ........................................................................ 6-13
Overview ........................................................................... 6-13
Taking Pictures.................................................................. 6-15
Camera Mode Settings ..................................................... 6-15

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Viewing Pictures ............................................................... 6-17
Managing Images ............................................................. 6-21
Internet Sharing (Select Models Only) ................................6-25
E-Compass.............................................................................. 6-26
Reading and Calibrating the Compass............................ 6-26
Compass Settings .............................................................. 6-27
TacLink................................................................................... 6-28
Running TacLink ............................................................... 6-28
NMEA Log ......................................................................... 6-29
SBAS Settings .................................................................... 6-29
RFID Demo............................................................................. 6-30
Reading Tags..................................................................... 6-30
Writing Data to 15693 Tags.............................................6-31
Writing Data to Mifare Tags............................................6-31
Chapter 7 Getting Connected ........................................................7-1
Types of Connections.............................................................. 7-1
Using Cellular Connection (Select Models Only) ..................7-2
Setting up a Cellular (GPRS) Connection .......................... 7-2
Setting up a Dial-up Connection ....................................... 7-3
Using Wireless Network ......................................................... 7-4
Switching On or Off the Wi-Fi Radio ................................ 7-4
Connecting to a Wireless Network.................................... 7-5
Using the Bluetooth Function................................................ 7-6
Switching On or Off the Bluetooth Radio ........................ 7-6
Sending Files via the Bluetooth Function ......................... 7-7
Creating a Bluetooth Partnership ..................................... 7-8
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance .............................8-1
Resetting Your Device ............................................................ 8-1
Restoring Factory Default State............................................. 8-1
Troubleshooting...................................................................... 8-3
Caring for Your Device ........................................................... 8-4

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Chapter 9 Regulatory Information................................................9-1
Regulations Statements.......................................................... 9-1
European Notice ................................................................. 9-1
FCC Regulations .................................................................. 9-2
Safety Precautions................................................................... 9-3
About Charging .................................................................. 9-3
About the Charger ............................................................. 9-3
About the Battery............................................................... 9-4
About Radio Frequency Exposure ..................................... 9-4

Getting Started 1-1
Chapter 1
Getting Started
This chapter introduces you to the external components of your device and
guides you through the process of setting up your device for use.
Identifying Hardware Components
Front Components

1-2 Getting Started
Ref
Component Description
Mobile Phone
Indicator
Flashes in blue to indicate that the phone function is
switched on (select models only).
RF (Radio
Frequency)
Indicator
Flashes in blue to indicate that the Bluetooth radio is
on.
Flashes in amber to indicate that the Wi-Fi (wireless
network) radio is on.
Flashes in purple to indicate that the GPS receiver is
on.
If more than one module is switched on, the indicator
changes color in a cyclic way.
Charge/
Notification
Indicator
Glows in amber to indicate that battery charging is in
progress.
Glows in green to indicate that the battery is fully
charged.
Glows in red to indicate that the battery power is
critically low (less than 10%).
Flashes in red to inform you of scheduled
appointments, alarms and reminders.
Earpiece Serves as the phone earpiece during a call (select
models only).
Touchscreen Displays the output of your device and responds to
your tapping.
Keypad Includes keys for numbers and specific functions. It
lights up when a key is pressed. (See the next section
for details.)
Power Button Turns on or off your device.
Microphone Records voices.
Serves as the mouthpiece during a call (select models
only).

Getting Started 1-3
Keypad
The keypad provides two sets of functions:
Default functions as indicated by white icons/text.
Alternative functions as indicated by orange icons/text. You can use the
alternative functions when Fn lock is on.
Fn lock is off by default. When it is switched on, the icon shows in the
navigation bar.
Default
Alternative (with Fn Lock)
Ref
Key Description Key Description
Send Key Dials or answers a call
(select models only).
Start Key
Opens the Start menu
Arrow
Keys
Moves up, down, left
and right within the
screen or menu.
– –
Scan Key Starts RFID Demo. – –

1-4 Getting Started
Default
Alternative (with Fn Lock)
Ref
Key Description Key Description
End Key Ends or rejects a call
(select models only).
OK Key
Closes the current
displayed menu or
program
Fn Lock Key
Switches on the
alternative functions.
Fn Unlock
Key
Switches off the
alternative functions.

Tab Key
Goes to the next
input field.
F1 Key Starts TacLink.

Home Key
Returns to the Home
screen.
F2 Key Starts Notes.

Brightness
Key
Increases the
brightness level of the
screen. It cycles to the
lowest level after
reaching the highest
level.
F3 Key Starts Task Manager.

Dot Key Enters a dot. F4 Key Starts Settings.

Camera
Key
Starts the Camera
program and serves
as the shutter release
button.
– –
Backspace
Key
Backspaces over one
character when in a
text input field.
F5 Key Starts Search.
Spacebar
Enters a space. F6 Key Starts File Explorer.
Action Key
Confirms your
selection by pressing,
similar to the Enter
key on a keyboard.
F7 Key Starts Calculator.

Getting Started 1-5
Default
Alternative (with Fn Lock)
Ref
Key Description Key Description
Numeric
Keys
Enter numbers by
default.
Symbol
Keys
Enter symbols as
indicated by the
orange icons. (Not
available for the Phone
program.)
Enter text without
the on-screen
keyboard. (See
“Entering Text Using
the Physical Keypad”
in Chapter 2 for
information.)
NOTE: The functions of F1 – F7 keys and Scan key described in the above
table are default settings. You can assign a different program to the key by
tapping Settings PersonalButtons.

1-6 Getting Started
Back Components
Ref
Component Description
Stylus Serves as the input device by tapping on the
touchscreen to make selections and enter
information.
RFID Antenna Inside is the RFID antenna that reads RFID (Radio-
frequency identification) tags.
Camera Lens Takes still pictures or records video clips.
Flash Provides extra light when taking pictures.
Hand Strap
Holders
The hand strap attaches here.

Getting Started 1-7
Ref
Component Description
Speaker Plays music, sounds and voices.
Battery Cover Inside is the battery.
Top Components
Ref
Component Description
Expansion Port
Cover
Inside is the Expansion Port (FlexiConn™ Mini-PCIE
type) that allows you to use a Getac proprietary
accessory for additional functions. (Contact your
sales representative for technical information of
FlexiConn™ if needed.)
NOTE: The expansion port and the RS232 serial port
cannot be used at the same time. When using the
port, tap

Settings

System

Serial Port
Switch to set up accordingly.

1-8 Getting Started
Bottom Components
Ref
Component Description
Power Connector Connects to the AC adapter.
USB OTG (Host &
Client) Connector
Connects to the USB cable.
Serial Port Provides D-sub 9 pins RS232 function.
NOTE: The expansion port and the RS232 serial port
cannot be used at the same time. When using the
port, tap

Settings

System

Serial Port
Switch to set up accordingly.
Docking
Connector
Connects to the office dock (an option).

Getting Started 1-9
Getting Your Device Ready for Use
Installing the SIM Card and Battery
1. Lift the latch handle of the battery cover and turn it counterclockwise to
the unlock (vertical) position. Then, detach the cover from the device.
2. If you model has the phone function, you need to install the SIM card
provided by your mobile operator. With the SIM card’s chip side facing
up and the beveled corner pointing to the slot (the lower one), insert the
card all the way into the slot.
Unlock
position

1-10 Getting Started
NOTE: To remove the SIM card, slightly push in the card to release it and
then pull the card out of the slot.
3. If you have a microSD card to insert, insert it into the slot. (See “Using an
MicroSD” later for more information.)
4. To install the battery, first attach the connector side of the battery to the
connector in the compartment and then lower the other side.
5. Attach the bottom side of the battery cover to the device at an angle
and then, with the handle still in the unlock (vertical) position, fit the
latch handle into place. Secure the latch by turning it clockwise to the
lock (horizontal) position.
Lock
position

Getting Started 1-11
NOTE:
The battery cover must be locked for normal operation.
Your device supports battery hot swap. Whenever you remove the
battery cover with the device power on, the system will automatically
enter the suspend mode. As long as you replace the battery and battery
cover within180 seconds, you can press the power button to resume
operation. If the time exceeds 180 seconds, the system will automatically
shut down and any unsaved data might be lost.
Connecting to AC Power and Charging the
Battery
Be sure to fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time.
1. Fit the converter plug to the AC adapter ().
2. Connect the DC jack end of the AC adapter to your device () and the
other end to a wall outlet ().
3. The charge indicator glows in amber when charging is in progress. Do
not disconnect your device from AC power until the battery is fully
charged, as indicated by the amber indicator turning into green. This will
take a couple of hours.

1-12 Getting Started
CAUTION: For optimal performance of the lithium battery, take note of the
following:
Use the included AC adapter only.
There is no need to fully discharge the battery before charging. You can
charge the battery before it is discharged.
Do not charge the battery where the temperature is high (e.g. in direct
sunlight).
As a protection against damage, your device stops charging when the
battery’s temperature is extremely high or low. In high temperature
conditions, the charging stops when the battery’s temperature gets
above 70°C (158°F) and continues when the temperature lowers to 60°C
(140°F). In low temperature conditions, the charging stops when the
temperature gets below -5°C (23°F) and continues when the
temperature rises to 0°C (32°F).
If you will not use the product for a long period of time, be sure to fully
charge the battery at least once every two weeks. Over discharge of the
battery can affect the charging performance.
Performing the Initial Startup
When turning on your device for the very first time, you will be guided
through a setup process.
1. Make sure that your device is either connected to AC power or the
battery has power.
2. Press the power button to turn on your device.
3. The setup screen appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete
the setup wizard.
4. After the setup is completed, the Home screen appears. You can now use
your device.