Honeywell RT10A User manual

User Guide
RT10A
Rugged Tablet
powered by Android™

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Customer Support ........................................................................................................................ ix
Technical Assistance ............................................................................................................. ix
Product Service and Repair ................................................................................................ ix
Limited Warranty .................................................................................................................... ix
Chapter 1 - Tablet Features.............................................................................1
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Tablet Features................................................................................................................................ 2
About the Battery ........................................................................................................................... 4
Charge the Battery .................................................................................................................. 4
Charge Before Use .................................................................................................................. 4
Replace the Battery................................................................................................................. 5
About the Battery Status....................................................................................................... 6
About the Battery Status LED Setting............................................................................. 6
Check the Battery Level and Usage ................................................................................. 7
Battery Life and Conservation............................................................................................ 8
Battery Recommendations and Safety Precautions ................................................. 8
Enable Airplane Mode ........................................................................................................... 9
Power On the Tablet ...................................................................................................................... 9
Welcome Screen.................................................................................................................... 10
Unlock the Screen ....................................................................................................................... 10
Change the Screen Lock to Protect the Tablet ................................................................ 10
Select a Touch Screen Profile to Optimize Performance............................................. 11
Configure the Screen Backlight ............................................................................................ 11
Screen Blanking........................................................................................................................... 12

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Motion Detection Action.....................................................................................................12
Motion Timeout Settings....................................................................................................12
Motion Detection Source ...................................................................................................12
About the Audio Features.........................................................................................................13
Audio Settings ........................................................................................................................13
Adjust Volume.........................................................................................................................14
Install a Micro SIM Card............................................................................................................14
Insert a microSD Card (Optional)..........................................................................................15
How to Transfer Files..................................................................................................................16
Configure USB Connection and Transfer Files .........................................................16
Accessories for the RT10A........................................................................................................16
Chapter 2 - About the User Interface and Applications......................... 17
About the User Interface...........................................................................................................17
Navigation and Function Buttons..................................................................................18
About Status Bar Icons .......................................................................................................18
Remap a Button or Key........................................................................................................19
Restore Default Button Action .........................................................................................20
View and Manage Notifications ......................................................................................20
Open Quick Settings ............................................................................................................21
Customize the Home Screen ............................................................................................21
Customize the Favorites Tray ...........................................................................................22
Use Google™ Search.............................................................................................................22
About Screen Gestures .......................................................................................................22
Set the Time Zone..................................................................................................................23
About Honeywell Applications................................................................................................24
Applications You Can Download to the Tablet .................................................................25
Unlock Developer Options .......................................................................................................26
Chapter 3 - Use the Image Engine .............................................................. 27
About the Image Engine ...........................................................................................................27
About the Scan Wedge Feature .......................................................................................27
Change the Scanner Settings.................................................................................................28

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Restore Default Scan Settings .........................................................................................28
Default Scan Settings ..........................................................................................................29
Add a Scan Setting Profile..................................................................................................33
Delete a Scan Setting Profile ............................................................................................34
Change the Bluetooth Scanner Settings .....................................................................34
About the Optional Digital Scan Button .............................................................................34
Enable and Configure the Digital Scan Button .........................................................34
Scan Barcodes...............................................................................................................................35
About Scanning Configuration Barcodes....................................................................36
Use the Scan Demo App............................................................................................................36
Change the Scan Demo Symbology Settings ............................................................37
Chapter 4 - Use the Camera ..........................................................................39
About the Color Camera ............................................................................................................39
How to Zoom............................................................................................................................39
Take a Photo...................................................................................................................................39
Record a Video...............................................................................................................................40
Change Camera Settings..........................................................................................................40
Use the Camera as a Flashlight .............................................................................................41
Chapter 5 - Configure the Computer ..........................................................43
How to Configure the Computer ............................................................................................43
Start the Settings App..........................................................................................................43
About the Structure of the Settings App ......................................................................43
About Network Communications ..........................................................................................52
Connect to a Wi-Fi Network...............................................................................................52
Connect to an Ethernet Network.....................................................................................53
How to Connect to Virtual Private Networks...............................................................54
About Wireless Security.............................................................................................................55
About Certificates..................................................................................................................55
About Bluetooth Communications .......................................................................................57
Connect a Bluetooth Device..............................................................................................57
Rename the Computer ........................................................................................................58

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Rename, Share or Unpair a Paired Device...................................................................58
About the Scanner Edge App ..................................................................................................58
About Serial and USB Communications.............................................................................59
USB Troubleshooting...........................................................................................................59
About Near Field Communication (NFC) ...........................................................................60
Developer Information...............................................................................................................60
About Provisioning Mode .........................................................................................................61
Enable or Disable Provisioning Mode...........................................................................61
About Wi-Fi Staging....................................................................................................................61
Overview....................................................................................................................................61
Staging Devices .....................................................................................................................61
Log Files....................................................................................................................................65
Chapter 6 - Manage and Maintain the Computer.................................... 67
About Software Updates ...........................................................................................................67
About Transferring Files via USB Connection ...........................................................67
Install Software with AutoInstall............................................................................................68
Optional microSD Card Method......................................................................................68
About the Honeywell Upgrader ..............................................................................................69
View the Installed OTA Version ........................................................................................69
Install OTA Updates..............................................................................................................70
Restart (Reboot) the Computer..............................................................................................71
About Enterprise Data Reset...................................................................................................72
Before You Begin ...................................................................................................................72
Enterprise Data Reset the Computer ............................................................................72
About Erase All Data (Factory Reset)...................................................................................73
Before You Begin ...................................................................................................................73
Erase All Data (Factory Reset)..........................................................................................73
Repairs .............................................................................................................................................74
Maintenance..................................................................................................................................74
Clean the Tablet .....................................................................................................................74

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Appendix A - Specifications ..........................................................................75
Computer Agency Information ...............................................................................................75
Label Locations......................................................................................................................75
Physical and Environmental Specifications .....................................................................75
Barcode Symbologies Supported ..........................................................................................76
N6703SR Ultra-Slim Imager ...................................................................................................77
N6703 Imager Field of View/Resolution......................................................................78
N6803 FlexRange Imager.........................................................................................................79
N6803FR Field of View/Resolution................................................................................80
Port and Connector Pinouts ....................................................................................................81
Docking Connector ...............................................................................................................81

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Customer Support
Technical Assistance
To search our knowledge base for a solution or to log in to the Technical Support
portal and report a problem, go to www.hsmcontactsupport.com.
For our latest contact information, see www.honeywellaidc.com/locations.
Product Service and Repair
Honeywell International Inc. provides service for all of its products through service
centers throughout the world. To obtain warranty or non-warranty service, return
your product to Honeywell (postage paid) with a copy of the dated purchase
record. To learn more, go to www.honeywellaidc.com and select Service & Repair at
the bottom of the page.
For ongoing and future product quality improvement initiatives, the terminal
comes equipped with an embedded device lifetime counter function. Honeywell
may use the lifetime counter data for future statistical reliability analysis as well as
ongoing quality, repair and service purposes.
Limited Warranty
For warranty information, go to www.honeywellaidc.com and click Resources >
Product Warranty.

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CHAPTER
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TABLET FEATURES
This chapter introduces the RT10A Rugged Tablet with Android operating system.
Use this chapter to learn about the basic tablet features, functions, and
accessories.
RT10A Rugged Tablet
The Honeywell RT10A Rugged Tablet is designed for rapid user adoption,
minimized total cost of ownership, and optimized device management.
Throughout this manual, all versions of the tablet are referred to as the RT10
unless information is specific to a particular model.
RT10A Rugged Tablet features:
• Android 9 operating system
• 4 GB SODIMM DDR3L-1600 (up to 8 GB)
• LED panel IPS display with LED backlight
• Optional 1D/2D barcode reader
• Top-tier rugged specifications with IP65 sealing against dust and water
• Hot-swappable battery
• Optional high-capacity battery pack
• Optional expansion port for USB/RS232 connection
• IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/h/n/ac radio
•Bluetoothradio
• NFC technology for short-range wireless data exchange
• 10-point multi touch, with rain, glove and stylus modes
• microSDXC™ slot for removable memory cards (up to 32 GB)
• Integrated GPS receiver (with WWAN radio option)
• 13-megapixel rear color camera with flash, 8-megapixel webcam

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• Receiver Category 3 in accordance with EN 300 440-1
Tablet Features
Microphone
Touch
Screen
Home Button
Fn1 Button
Power Button
Front Camera
Kensington Lock Port
Barcode Scanner
(model dependent)
I/O Cover
Light Sensor and
LED Indicators
-Wi-Fi
-Link
-Battery
-Power
I/O Panel
(I/O cover open)
Power Jack
Audio Jack
USB-A Port
MicroSD Card Slot
USB-C Port

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LED Indicator Status
The LED indicators are located in the upper right of the tablet:
Camera Flash
Micro SIM Card Cover/Slot
Speaker
Battery
Speaker
Docking Connector
Battery Lock
Battery Release
Stylus
Rear Camera
Fn2 Button
Volume
Button
Extension Port
(cover not shown)
Laser Safety Label Location
(model dependent)
LED Name Status
Wi-Fi Green - Indicates a connection with an IP address to an
Access Point.
No light - Indicates no connection to an Access Point.
Link Green - Indicates a connection to a Host. By default, the
Link LED is disabled (see page 49).
No light - Indicates no connection to a Host.
Battery Behavior depends on Battery LED Setting (see page 6).
Power Blue– Tablet is ON.
No light– Tablet is OFF.

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About the Battery
The tablet uses a rechargeable Li-polymer battery as its main power source.
Several factors determine the life of your battery, such as display brightness,
display timeout, input device, extreme temperature, and usage. Honeywell
recommends that you keep the battery charged at all times to prevent data loss.
RT10 tablets are designed for use with standard battery model RT10-BAT-STD1
and extended capacity battery model RT10-BAT-EXT1 manufactured for
Honeywell International Inc.
Note: To view specifications specific to your battery model, see the battery insert supplied
with the battery.
For a list of compatible charging accessories for the RT10 tablet and their part
numbers, see the RT10 Rugged Tablet Accessories Guide, available for download
from www.honeywellaidc.com. Contact your local sales representative for
replacement battery ordering information.
Charge the Battery
RT10A tablets ship with the battery significantly discharged of power. Fully charge
the battery before using your tablet for the first time. A fully discharged battery
charges in approximately 6 hours.
Note: Using the tablet while charging the battery increases the time required to reach a full
charge.
Charge Before Use
Make sure you fully charge the battery before you use your tablet. You can charge
the battery before or after you install it in the tablet. It takes about 6 hours for the
battery to fully charge.
We recommend using AC power when you start the tablet for the first time.
Caution: Read Battery Recommendations and Safety Precautions on page 8
and all cautionary markings on the battery, charging peripheral, and
device using the battery before attempting to install, use, or charge
the battery.
Caution: We recommend use of Honeywell Li-poly or Li-ion battery packs.
Use of any non-Honeywell battery may result in damage not
covered by the warranty.
Caution: Ensure all components are dry prior to placing the battery in the
tablet. Mating wet components may cause damage not covered
by the warranty.

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Replace the Battery
When battery power is low, you have the choice to either charge the battery in the
tablet, or replace it with another fully charged battery. Spare batteries can be
purchased separately.
Hot Swap
You can replace the battery on demand provided the following conditions are met:
• The tablet been powered on for at least 4 minutes.
AND
• You insert a new battery within 30 seconds.
Swap Battery Mode
Swap Battery mode places the tablet in a low power state so that the battery can be
removed for a short time.
1. Save your files and close any open applications.
2. Press and hold the Power button until the options menu appears.
3. Tap Swap Battery. Follow the on-screen instructions to place the unit in battery
swap mode.
4. Unlock the battery.
5. While pushing the battery release button toward the top of the tablet, lift the
edge of the battery and remove it from the tablet.
6. Insert the charged battery into the tablet.
Caution: We recommend the use of Honeywell accessories and power
adapters. Use of any non-Honeywell accessories or power
adapters may cause damage not covered by the warranty.
Caution: Ensure all components are dry prior to mating the computers
and batteries with peripheral devices. Mating wet components
may cause damage not covered by the warranty.
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Caution: Ensure all components are dry prior to placing the battery in the
computer terminal. Mating wet components may cause damage not
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7. Press down on the right edge of the battery.
8. Engage the battery lock.
About the Battery Status
To view detailed information on your battery, such as use statistics, amount of
charge remaining, and battery health information:
1. Open the Settings app .
2. Select either Battery or Honeywell Settings > Battery Optimizer.
You can also use the battery icon at the top of the screen in the Status bar to see
battery charge information. The icon changes depending on the charge level.
Battery Status Icons
Along with the battery icon, there is a battery status LED above the touch screen
(see next section).
About the Battery Status LED Setting
You can change the behavior of the Battery status LED if the out-of-box behavior
for a charging battery (blinking green) is not acceptable to your environment.
You can choose one of three options:
•Honeywell Battery LED (factory default, out-of-box configuration)
•Default Battery LED (optional Android OS configuration)
• No Battery LED
Icon Status
The battery charge is at 100%.
The battery charge is at 50%.
The battery charge is low. You need to charge or replace the battery soon.
The battery is critically low. You need to replace the battery now or connect the tablet to a
charging accessory.
The tablet is connected to external power and the battery is charging.
There is a battery error. Install another battery. If the problem persists, contact Honeywell
Technical Support.

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Honeywell Battery LED Behavior (Factory Default/Out-of-Box Configuration)
Default Battery LED Behavior (Optional Android OS Configuration)
Select the No battery LED setting if you want to use the LED as a notification LED
for applications or device management solutions. For more information on how to
use the LED as a notification LED, see http://developer.android.com/guide/
topics/ui/notifiers/notifications.html.
Change the Battery Status LED Behavior
To change the battery status LED behavior:
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps.
2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Battery LED.
3. Choose one of the options:
•Default Battery LED (optional Android OS configuration)
•Honeywell Battery LED (factory default/out-of-box configuration)
•No Battery LED (disable battery LED)
Check the Battery Level and Usage
In addition to the Battery status icon and LED, you can monitor the battery status
from the Settings app.
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps.
2. Tap Settings > Battery.
Connected to Power LED State Description
No Blinking amber Battery level is below 15%
No Off Battery level is more than 15%
Yes Steady amber Battery level is between 0% and 60%
Yes Blinking green Battery level is between 60% and 95%
Yes Steady green Battery level is above 95%
Either Blinking red Battery error
Connected to Power LED State Description
No Blinking red Battery level is below 15%
No Off Battery level is 15% or more
Yes Steady red Battery level is below 15%
Yes Steady amber Battery level is between 15% and 90%
Yes Steady green Battery level is 90% or more

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The current percentage of battery power remaining and the amount of usage
time left on the battery appear on the screen. A list shows the battery usage for
individual apps and services. For usage details, select one of the apps or ser-
vices in the list. You can also access the Battery saver feature from the battery
screen.
Battery Life and Conservation
If you store the batteries outside the tablet for long periods of time, they slowly
discharge. Honeywell recommends storing the battery in a charger to maintain
battery performance.
Battery Recommendations and Safety Precautions
• Charge the battery before use. Battery ships with a partial charge only.
• See Charge the Battery, beginning on page 4 for approved charging methods.
Use of this battery in other devices could result in damage to the device or
battery.
• The temperature range for charging this battery is 0 °C to 45 °C
(32 °F to 114 °F). Do not charge the battery outside this range.
• For maximum battery life if storage is more than 3 months, charge the battery at
15 °C to 35 °C (59 °F to 95 °F) and store at 25±3°C (77±5°F) with a 50% charge.
• Do not store the battery at temperatures above 60 °C (140°F), such as inside a
car on a hot day or in direct sunlight. Storage above 60 °C (140°F) may damage
the battery.
• Avoid dropping the battery or tablet. If you suspect that the battery or tablet is
damaged, send it to a Honeywell service center for inspection.
• Replace this battery only with another RT10 battery as identified below. These
batteries have been tested in accordance with applicable safety standards.
When you want to: Do this to save battery power
Use the tablet, and
the battery status
LED turns red
Connect the tablet to an external power source to charge.
Or, swap the battery for a fully charged one (see Hot Swap on page 5).
Stop using the tablet
for 5 minutes or more
Press the Power button to suspend the tablet.
Store the tablet for
more than a day
If you are storing the tablet for a few days (such as over the weekend),
install a charged battery or connect the tablet to a power source.
If you are storing the tablet for a longer period of time, fully charge the
battery. When the battery is done charging, store both the battery and
the tablet in a cool location.
If you store the battery for several months, recharge the battery
periodically to keep it at peak performance.
Store the battery
outside the tablet
Store the battery in a charger.

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Contact your Honeywell sales representative or distributor if this battery is no
longer available.
• Discarded batteries may create a safety hazard. Before disposal, cover the
battery contacts with electrical insulating tape.
• Do not modify the battery or attempt to insert foreign objects into it.
• Do not solder directly to the battery contacts.
• Do not short circuit the battery, and keep it away from metallic items.
• Do not drop the battery or apply mechanical shocks or pressure to it.
• Do not disassemble or open, crush, bend or deform, puncture, shred or burn the
battery.
• Do not immerse the battery in water or get the battery wet.
• Battery usage by children should be supervised.
Enable Airplane Mode
If you do not need to connect to any wireless networks, you can enable Airplane
mode to turn Off the radios and save battery power.
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps.
2. Tap Settings > Network & Internet.
3. Tap the toggle button next to Airplane mode. An airplane icon appears in the
status bar to indicate Airplane mode is turned On.
Power On the Tablet
After you have fully charged and installed a battery, power on the tablet for the first
time:
•PressandholdthePower button for approximately 3 seconds until the blue LED
power indicator lights up.
Version Battery Model Number
Standard RT10-BAT-STD1
Extended RT10-BAT-EXT1
Caution: Do not press the power button repeatedly.
Caution: Do not attempt to connect or disconnect the AC adapter or press
the tablet’s screen, buttons or external keyboard/mouse until
the Disk Activity indicator turns off.

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Welcome Screen
The first time you power on the tablet, a Welcome screen appears. Select a
language and then tap Start. You can either scan a configuration barcode or select
manual to set up the tablet. To learn more about how to Scan Barcodes, see page
35. To learn more about configuring multiple devices using the Wi-Fi Staging app,
see page 61.
During the manual setup process, follow the prompts on the screen to:
• Set up the Wi-Fi network connections.
• Set the time, date, and time zone, if no Wi-Fi connection is available.
• Personalize (name) the tablet.
• Set up security and privacy options.
Once you complete the initial setup, the Welcome screen no longer appears when
you power on the tablet and Provisioning mode is automatically turned Off
(disabled). Scanning a barcode to install applications, certificates, configuration
files, and licenses on the tablet is restricted when Provisioning mode is turned Off.
To learn more About Provisioning Mode see page 61.
Unlock the Screen
The screen lock automatically activates every time the tablet is turned On or when
the tablet wakes from sleep mode.
• Swipe up from the lock icon at the bottom of the screen.
The level of security provided depends on the type of lock set (e.g., Swipe, Pattern,
PIN, or Password). The default setting, Swipe, provides no protection against
unauthorized access to your tablet.
Change the Screen Lock to Protect the Tablet
After you start using the tablet, you should change the screen lock to prevent
unauthorized persons from accessing the tablet after the screen lock activates,
unless they input the correct password, pin, or pattern.
The recommended setting for the Screen lock is to enable a Password lock. Use a
strong password value (e.g., include numbers, characters, special characters, and
mix character case).
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps.
2. Tap Settings > Security & location > Screen lock.