Honeywell ScanPal EDA71 User manual

ScanPal EDA71
Enterprise Tablet
powered by Android™
User Guide
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Customer Support ........................................................................................................................ ix
Technical Assistance ............................................................................................................. ix
Product Service and Repair ................................................................................................ ix
Limited Warranty .................................................................................................................... ix
Chapter 1 - About the Tablet Features .........................................................1
About the Tablet.............................................................................................................................. 1
About the Battery ........................................................................................................................... 3
Battery Part Numbers ............................................................................................................4
Charge the Battery Before Use........................................................................................... 4
Remove the Battery................................................................................................................. 5
About the Battery Status....................................................................................................... 6
About the Battery Status LED Setting............................................................................. 7
Check the Battery Level and Usage ................................................................................. 8
About Battery Life and Conservation .............................................................................. 8
Battery Recommendations and Safety Protections................................................... 9
Enable Airplane Mode ............................................................................................................... 10
Power on the Tablet .................................................................................................................... 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
About the Scan Status LED..................................................................................................... 12
About Audio Features ................................................................................................................ 12
Adjust Speaker Volume ...................................................................................................... 12

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Enable Vibrate Mode............................................................................................................13
Audio Settings ........................................................................................................................13
Insert a microSIM or a microSD Card..................................................................................14
How to Transfer Files..................................................................................................................15
Configure USB Connection and Transfer Files .........................................................15
Accessories for the Tablet.........................................................................................................16
Chapter 2 - 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
Key WakeUp.............................................................................................................................20
View and Manage Notifications ......................................................................................21
Open Quick Settings ............................................................................................................21
Customize the Home Screen ............................................................................................21
Customize the Favorites Tray ...........................................................................................22
Use Google™ Search.............................................................................................................22
About Screen Gestures .......................................................................................................23
Set the Time Zone..................................................................................................................23
About Honeywell Applications................................................................................................24
Applications You Can Download to the Mobile Tablet ..................................................25
About Terminal Emulators.................................................................................................25
About Honeywell Enterprise Browser............................................................................25
About Honeywell Launcher...............................................................................................26
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
Change the Bluetooth Scanner Settings .....................................................................28

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Restore Default Scan Settings .........................................................................................28
Default Scan Settings ..........................................................................................................29
Symbology Settings..............................................................................................................30
Decode Settings.....................................................................................................................31
Imager Settings......................................................................................................................32
Trigger Settings ......................................................................................................................32
Notification Settings ............................................................................................................33
Add a Scan Setting Profile..................................................................................................33
Delete a Scan Setting Profile ............................................................................................34
About the Optional Digital Scan Button .............................................................................34
Enable and Configure the Digital Scan Button .........................................................34
Scan Barcodes...............................................................................................................................35
About Scanning Configuration Barcodes....................................................................35
Use the Scan Demo App............................................................................................................36
Change the Scan Demo Symbology Settings ............................................................36
Use the Imager as a Flashlight ...............................................................................................36
Chapter 4 - Use the Phone.............................................................................37
About the Phone...........................................................................................................................37
Activate the Phone ................................................................................................................37
Make a Phone Call .......................................................................................................................38
Answer the Phone ........................................................................................................................38
Switch Apps During a Phone Call....................................................................................39
Make an Emergency Phone Call ............................................................................................39
Configure Phone Settings ........................................................................................................39
Chapter 5 - Use the Camera ..........................................................................41
About the Color Camera ............................................................................................................41
How to Zoom............................................................................................................................41
Take a Photo...................................................................................................................................42
Change Camera Settings..........................................................................................................42
Record a Video...............................................................................................................................43
Use the Camera as a Flashlight .............................................................................................43

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Chapter 6 - Configure the Tablet ................................................................ 45
How to Configure the Tablet....................................................................................................45
Start the Settings App .........................................................................................................45
About the Structure of the Settings App ......................................................................46
About Network Communications ..........................................................................................56
Connect to a Wi-Fi Network ..............................................................................................56
Connect to an Ethernet Network.....................................................................................58
How to Connect to Virtual Private Networks ..............................................................58
About Wireless Security.............................................................................................................59
About Certificates .................................................................................................................60
About Bluetooth Communications.......................................................................................61
Connect a Bluetooth Device .............................................................................................61
Rename the Tablet and View File History ....................................................................62
Rename, Share, or Unpair a Paired Device..................................................................62
About Serial and USB Communications.............................................................................62
USB Troubleshooting...........................................................................................................63
How to Share Your Mobile Data Connection ....................................................................63
Share the Data Connection Through USB or Bluetooth........................................63
About Near Field Communication (NFC) ...........................................................................64
Developer Information...............................................................................................................64
About Provisioning Mode .........................................................................................................65
Enable or Disable Provisioning Mode...........................................................................65
Chapter 7 - Mange and Maintain the Tablet............................................. 67
About Software Updates ...........................................................................................................67
About Transferring Files via USB Connection ...........................................................67
Install Software Updates with AutoInstall .........................................................................68
Optional microSD Card Method......................................................................................68
About the Honeywell Upgrader ..............................................................................................69
How to View the Installed OTA Version.........................................................................69
Install OTA Updates..............................................................................................................70
Reboot (Restart) the Tablet......................................................................................................71

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About Enterprise Data Reset ...................................................................................................71
Before You Begin....................................................................................................................71
Enterprise Data Reset the Tablet.....................................................................................72
About Full Factory Reset ...........................................................................................................72
Before You Begin....................................................................................................................72
Full Factory Reset the Tablet.............................................................................................73
Repairs..............................................................................................................................................73
Maintenance..................................................................................................................................73
Clean the tablet ......................................................................................................................73
Appendix A - Specifications ..........................................................................75
Tablet Agency Information .......................................................................................................75
Label Locations......................................................................................................................75
Physical and Environmental Specifications .....................................................................75
Barcode Symbologies Supported ..........................................................................................76
N6703 Ultra-Slim Imager Engine Reading Distances..................................................76
N6703 Imager Engine Field of View/Resolution ......................................................78
N3601 Imager Engine Reading Distances ........................................................................78
N3601 Imager Engine Field of View/Resolution ......................................................80

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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.honeywellaidc.com/working-with-us/
contact-technical-support.
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 tablet 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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ABOUT THE TABLET FEATURES
This chapter introduces the ScanPal™ EDA71 Enterprise tablet. Use this chapter to
learn about the basic tablet features, functions, and accessories.
Note: Device applications and settings vary by tablet model and OS version. Your tablet may
not include all the features shown in the manual.
About the Tablet
Note: Throughout this manual, all versions of the tablet are referred to as the EDA71 unless
information is specific to a particular model.
Honeywell EDA71 Enterprise Tablet is a smart phone for enterprise users,
delivering stable and secure enterprise data management and wireless
communications through Android operating system. The main features of ScanPal
EDA71 are:
• Android™ OS.
• 2 GB dynamic RAM and 32GB flash memory / 4 GB dynamic RAM and 64GB
flash memory.
• Large display with sensitive multi-touch screen.
• High-performance area imaging features with an ergonomic scan trigger.
• LTE/UMTS/CDMA/GSM wireless WAN communications ensure high-speed
data transmission and high-fidelity sound support for all network
technologies. (EDA71-1 WWAN models only.)
• IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac.
•Bluetooth4.2.
• Near-field communication (NFC) technology for short-range wireless data
transmission.
• High value-added software components support professional imaging and
Optical Character Recognition (OCR) features.
• IP64 Ingress Protection.

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• Reliable Micro SD slot that supports up to 128GB expansion.
• Integrated GPS receiver. (EDA71-1 WWAN models only.)
• 13 mega pixel color camera.
Front View

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Back View
About the Battery
EDA71 uses 3.8V rechargeable lithium ion battery as its main power supply. The
battery capacity is 15.2 watt/hour. Battery life is influenced by many factors, such
as: screen brightness, the length of time before the screen automatically go to
sleep, input configurations, extreme temperature and using behaviors, etc.
Note: Honeywell suggests you to keep the battery charged to avoid data loss. Change
battery only after switching off the device as per normal. Switch on the device after
completing change of battery.
If you need to buy a replaceable battery, please contact regional resellers.
Honeywell recommends using only a Honeywell lithium battery; any damage
caused by use of non-Honeywell battery is not covered by warranty.
Camera Flash/Flashlight
Speaker
Power Button
Scan Button
Battery Door Latch
Battery Door
I/O Connector
microSD
Card Slot
SIM Card
Cover/Slot
NFC
Antenna
Location
Camera
Lens

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Battery Part Numbers
Charge the Battery Before Use
Before using EDA71, you need to make sure the battery (model number: BAT-
EDA50) is fully charged. You can charge the battery before or after installing it to
EDA71. It will take about 5 hours for the battery to be fully charged using original
charger, quad bay charger, or single cradle charger.
Note: Honeywell recommends recommend using Honeywell’s original charger; any
damage caused by use of non-Honeywell charger is not covered by warranty.
Note: Using the tablet while charging the battery increases the time required to reach a full
charge.
Warning: Improper use of the battery in this device can cause fire or
chemical burns. Please do not disassemble the battery or heat
it to 100°C (212°F) and above, or incinerate the battery. Make
sure waste batteries are properly disposed. Keep out of reach
of children.
Warning: Do not store the battery without using for a long period of time.
If storing the battery for over 3 months, please make sure to
check the remaining battery power capacity is at least 30%
every 3 months.
Warning: Read Battery Recommendations and Safety Protections and all
cautionary markings on the battery, charging peripheral, and
device using the battery before attempting to install, use, or
charge the battery.
Battery Model
Number Battery Part Numbers
BAT-EDA50 50129589-001
50134176-001 (For use in North America)
EDA70-EXT 50141821-001
Warning: Ensure all components are dry prior to mating the tablets and
batteries with peripheral devices. Mating wet components may
cause damage not covered by the warranty.

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Remove the Battery
If your battery power is low, you need to either charge the battery in the tablet, or
replace it with a charged battery.
To change the battery:
1. Save all files and close any open applications.
2. Press and hold the Power button until the options menu appears:
3. Tap Power off.
Once the tablet is powered off:
1. Press down the battery cover safety button to move the lock to the unlock
position.
2. Open the battery cover with the battery cover buckle handle.
3. Insert the battery (insert the non-connector side first, then press the battery
down to establish a connection between the battery and the phone).
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5. Press down the battery cover safety button to move the battery cover safety
lock to the lock position.
About the Battery Status
Use the battery icon in the Status bar at the top of the screen to see the charge
level of your battery. If you want more detailed information on your battery, such as
usage time, charge remaining on the battery, or battery health information,
open the Settings app and tap Honeywell Settings > Battery
Optimizer.
Battery Status Icons
The Battery status LED appears in the upper right corner of the touch screen. The
LED color and behavior (e.g., steady on, blinking, off) indicates the charging status
of the battery. To view status descriptions and to learn how to modify the Battery
LED behavior, see About the Battery Status LED Setting on page 7.
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
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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
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 LED Status 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.
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
No Blinking red Battery level is below 15%

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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
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.
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 services in
the list. You can also access the Battery Saver feature from the battery screen.
About Battery Life and Conservation
Use the reference table below to learn about how to conserve battery power.
To learn more about proper battery care, refer to the Battery Maintenance for
Portable Devices white paper available at www.honeywell.com.
When You Want to: Do this to Save Battery Power:
Use the tablet and the
low battery status icon
appears or the battery
light turns on.
Do one of the following:
• Connect the tablet to a charging accessory.
•Remove the Battery (see page 5).
Stop using the tablet
for tablet5 minutes or
more.
Make sure that the low battery status icon is not on the screen and that
the battery status LED is not on. Press and release the Power button to
put the tablet to sleep.
Store the tablet for
more than a day.
• If you are storing the tablet for a few days (e.g., over the weekend),
install a fully charged battery or connect the tablet to a power source.
• If you are storing the tablet for a longer period of time, remove and
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 of the tablet.
Batteries self-discharge slowly over time, even when they are not installed
in the tablet. At a minimum, check stored batteries every three months for
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Battery Recommendations and Safety Protections
• For maximum battery life, charge the battery at 20 °C (68 °F) to 25 °C (77 °F)
and store at 20 °C (68°F) with a 30%-50% charge.
• Do not store the battery at temperatures above 60 °C (140 °F). Storage above
60 °C (140 °F) may damage the battery.
• Charge the battery before use. Battery ships with only a partial charge.
• Refer to Charge the Battery Before Use to get the right process for battery
charging. Using the battery for other devices may cause damages on the device
or the battery.
• Avoid battery or tablet drops. If you suspect that a battery or tablet fails, send it
to Honeywell service center for verification.
• Avoid dropping the battery or tablet. If you suspect that the battery or tablet is
damaged, send it to Honeywell service center for inspection.
• Replace the battery only with another BAT-EDA50 model battery that matches
the part number noted in the Battery Part Numbers section of this guide. This
battery has been tested and meet the appropriate safety standards. 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 drop the battery or apply mechanical shocks or pressure to it.
• Do not immerse batteries into, or expose them to, water or seawater.
• Do not incinerate, microwave, throw into a fire, or expose batteries to
temperatures above the maximum rating.
• Do not dissemble a battery or try to open or penetrate its housing.
Caution: Improper battery replacement or incompatible device usage may
result in risk of burns, fire, explosion, or other hazard. Dispose of
lithium-ion batteries according to local regulations. Risk of fire and
burns if improperly handled. Do not open, crush, heat above 60°C
(140°F), or incinerate.

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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 > Advanced.
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, and then release
the button.
Unlock the Screen
The screen lock automatically activates every time the tablet is powered on or when
the tablet wakes from sleep mode. The level of security provided depends on the
type of lock set (e.g., Swipe, Pattern, PIN, or Password).
The default setting is Swipe, which provides no protection against unauthorized
access to your tablet.
• On the lock screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen.
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 > Screen lock.