KoamTac SKXPro User manual

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SKXPro/SKX5
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Contents
Product Introduction ............................................................................................................................................. 2
1.1 SKXPro/SKX5 Diagram .................................................................................................................................. 2
1.2 How to Turn On and Off................................................................................................................................ 3
1.3 Power Hibernation Mode (SKX5 Only) ......................................................................................................... 3
Connectivity ........................................................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Connection Between the XCover Pro/5 and the SKXPro/SKX5 ................................................................. 4
2.2 Connection Between XCover Pro/5 and PC ................................................................................................ 4
Usage...................................................................................................................................................................... 6
3.1 Using Keyboard Wedge (HID Keyboard): USB HID Mode (DEFAULT)...................................................... 6
3.2 Using KTSync SKXPro/SKX5: USB Serial Mode ........................................................................................... 6
3.3 Using SKX Keyboard – Android .................................................................................................................... 8
3.4 Using Other Developed Applications with SDK – Android ...................................................................... 10
SKXPro/SKX5 Demo: Scan & Search.................................................................................................................. 11
4.1 Purpose......................................................................................................................................................... 11
4.2 How to Test .................................................................................................................................................. 11
4.3 Sample Barcodes for Demo Testing .......................................................................................................... 18
Product Specifications (SKXPro) ......................................................................................................................... 19
Product Specifications (SKX5)............................................................................................................................. 21
Charging Accessories and Companions............................................................................................................ 23
7.1 Charging Accessories .................................................................................................................................. 23
7.2 Companions ................................................................................................................................................. 24

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Product Introduction
The SKXPro/SKX5 is a 2D Imager Barcode Data Scanning Sled for the Samsung Galaxy XCover Pro/5. It is
connected to the XCover Pro/5 via the USB Type-C port at the bottom of the SKXPro/SKX5. Data between the
SKXPro/SKX5 and XCover Pro/5 is transferred through this physical connection, not by Bluetooth.
1.1 SKXPro/SKX5 Diagram
①Left & Right SCAN Keys (for SKXPro/SKX5)
②VOLUME UP Key (access to XCover Pro/5 Volume Key)
③VOLUME DOWN Key (access to XCover Pro/5 Volume Key)
④SIDE Key (of XCover Pro/5)
⑤XCover Key (access to XCover Pro/5 XCover Key)
⑥Top Key (access to XCover Pro Top Key)
⑦Hand Strap Holes (for SKXPro/SKX5)
⑧USB Port to access XCover Pro/5 or SKXPro/SKX5 from PC
⑨Barcode Scan Window (for SKXPro/SKX5)
⑩Pogo Pins for Charging XCover Pro/5 and SKXPro/SKX5
⑪Screw Holes (for SKXPro/SKX5)

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1.2 How to Turn On and Off
Refer to the figure in section 1.1 to locate the buttons and keys.
The SKXPro/SKX5 does not have its own internal battery but rather draws power from the XCover Pro/5’s
battery. The SKXPro/SKX5 works only when the XCover Pro/5 is mounted into SKXPro/SKX5 Scanning Sled. If
you need to access the SKXPro/SKX5 or the XCover Pro/5, you can access them by using the USB port from
the back of the SKXPro/SKX5.
To turn on the XCover Pro/5, press and hold the SIDE key for a few seconds.
To turn off the XCover Pro/5, press and hold the VOLUME DOWN and SIDE keys simultaneously. Alternatively,
open the notification panel and tap power icon.
1.3 Power Hibernation Mode (SKX5 Only)
To save the battery of the phone, you can turn off the SKX5 sled when you are using the sled actively.
(hibernation mode)
Press and hold the left and the right SCAN buttons at the same time for 3 seconds and you will hear the beep
sound. Then the sled now turns off. To use the sled again, follow the same direction. That is, press and hold
the left and the right SCAN buttons at the same time for 3 seconds and you will hear the beep sound. Then
the sled now turns back on.

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Connectivity
2.1 Connection Between the XCover Pro/5 and the SKXPro/SKX5
Once the XCover Pro/5 is assembled with the SKXPro/SKX5, the two will be connected via USB and the
connectivity will be USB HID connectivity by default. This allows the SKXPro/SKX5 to function as a keyboard.
The SKXPro/SKX5 is also able to utilize USB Serial connectivity.
a. USB HID Connectivity: Allows one-way USB communication. The SKXPro/SKX5 only
transmits data to the host device, the XCover Pro/5.
b. USB Serial Connectivity: Allows two-way USB communication. The SKXPro/SKX5 transmits
data to the XCover Pro/5 application and the XCover Pro/5 application can transmit
data/control back to the SKXPro/SKX5.
Note:USB HID inputs data directly into an application, while USB Serial requires KTSync
SKXPro/SKX5 or a custom application developed using the KOAMTAC SDK to input data
into an application. To gain access to the SDK, please complete the form here:
https://www.koamtac.com/sdk/
2.2 Connection Between XCover Pro/5 and PC
To access the XCover Pro/5 while installed in the SKXPro/SKX5 sled, you can use the USB port located on the
back of SKXPro/SKX5. (Item ⑧from the diagram in section 1.1) Please connect the SKXPro/SKX5 sled to the
PC with a USB cable, then scan the barcode shown below to bypass the SKXPro/SKX5. Once you disconnect
the USB cable from the PC, the XCover Pro/5 will automatically reconnect to the SKXPro/SKX5.
Phone to PC Connection

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To connect a PC to the SKXPro/SKX5 (for firmware upgrades or SKXPro/SKX5 configuration), please connect
the SKXPro/SKX5 sled to the PC with a USB cable, then scan the barcode below. Once you disconnect the USB
cable from the PC, the SKXPro/SKX5 will automatically reconnect to the XCover Pro/5.
PC to SKXPro/SKX5 Connection
To reset the default connection (XCover Pro/5 to SKXPro/SKX5), use this barcode.
Phone to SKXPro/SKX5 Connection

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Usage
3.1 Using Keyboard Wedge (HID Keyboard): USB HID Mode (DEFAULT)
This option is only available when SKXPro/SKX5 is set to USB HID connectivity. USB HID mode is the default
mode of the SKXPro/SKX5. Once the XCover Pro/5 phone is assembled into the SKXPro/SKX5, the
SKXPro/SKX5 automatically works as a keyboard without any further setup. If you open any application with a
text field and tap on the text field, then proceed to scan any barcode, you will notice that the barcode data will
be populated into that text field. If you need to switch back into USB HID Mode from USB Serial Mode, scan
this barcode:
USB HID Mode (HID Keyboard Mode)
3.2 Using KTSync SKXPro/SKX5: USB Serial Mode
The KTSync SKXPro/SKX5 app is a program which communicates with the SKXPro/SKX5 via USB Serial
connection. It enables users to read and store data, supports keyboard wedging, and also contains
configuration options for the SKXPro/SKX5. Download the KTSync SKXPro/SKX5 app from the Google Play
Store. You can use KTSync SKXPro/SKX5 app to utilize your SKXPro/SKX5 alone or with a native application.
This is only available when using a USB connection with USB Serial Mode. To change to USB Serial Mode, scan
this barcode:
USB Serial Mode

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a) Download and install KTSync SKX app from the Google Play Store.
b) Open the KTSync SKX app then it will automatically connect to the SKXPro/SKX5. The SKXPro/SKX5 will
display “Connected” next to the name of your SKXPro/SKX5 at the top of the application. (Fig. 1)
c) To test your connection, scan any barcode. If the connection is successful, the barcode data will display
on the screen. (Fig. 2)
< Fig. 1 > < Fig. 2 >

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3.3 Using SKX Keyboard – Android
You can set up the SKXPro/SKX5 as a keyboard while SKXPro/SKX5 is connected in USB Serial Mode.
a) While the KTSync SKX app is running in the background, navigate to Settings General management
Language and input On-screen keyboard Manage keyboards.
b) Tap on “SKX Keyboard” to enable it.
c) Change “SKX Keyboard” to the default keyboard. (Fig. 5)
To switch back to the previous keyboard, simply change the default keyboard again. Or, when a text field is
selected, tap on the keyboard button from the keyboard and select the default keyboard. (Fig. 6)
< Fig. 5 >

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< Fig. 6 >
Note: The SKXPro/SKX5 must be connected to KTSync SKX app and the SKX keyboard must be selected for
this to work.

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3.4 Using Other Developed Applications with SDK – Android
A Software Development Kit (SDK) for Android
is available to all KOAMTAC customers to
ensure smooth development of applications
that work seamlessly with a SKXPro/SKX5
scanner. It’s easy to request the SDK from the
KOAMTAC website:
a) On any web browser, open
www.koamtac.com
b) Navigate to Support > Downloads > SDK
c) Complete the form and submit it.
After submission, a KOAMTAC representative
will reach out regarding next steps for
completing the SDK Agreement.
The SDK package will have libraries, documents,
a sample application, and its source code.

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SKXPro/SKX5 Demo: Scan & Search
4.1 Purpose
When you scan any barcode on any product or any logistics package, the selected
retail/logistics website pops up and shows the searched result or the tracking information.
4.2 How to Test
Before Demo Instructions
1. By default, the SKXPro/SKX5 is in USB HID keyboard mode. In this mode, you can scan a barcode into
any text field of any application.
2. To use this demo, change the mode to USB Serial Mode, (a.k.a. KTSync/Download Mode) by scanning
the special barcode below first and wait for 3 seconds.
USB Serial Mode
3. Now, go to the Google Play Store and search for “KTSync SKX”. (Fig7)
4. Download and install KTSync SKX app from Play Store. (Fig. 8)
< Fig. 7 >

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< Fig. 8 >
5. When you open or run the KTSync SKX app for the first time on your phone, there are several
permission popups which require you to allow them all. This is a one-time setting from the first launch.
(Fig. 9)

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< Fig. 9 >
Demo Instructions
6. The KTSync SKX app on the XCover Pro/5 will automatically connect to the SKXPro/SKX5 SmartSled
when you launch it. You will see the connected message on the top, you are able to scan it. (Fig. 10)
7. For testing purpose, scan any barcode with the SCAN button on the app or with the SCAN button on
the left/right side of the SKXPro/SKX5 and see if it is displayed on the KTSync SKX display screen. (Fig.
11)

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< Fig. 10 > < Fig. 11>
8. Enable demo mode (Setting Other Settings Check “Enable Demo”) (Fig.12)
9. Select the demo type (demo store): FedEx, UPS, DHL Global, DHL US, Amazon, Walmart, The Home
Depot, Lowes. (Settings Other Settings Demo Type) And tap “Home” icon at the right upper
corner. (Fig. 13)

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< Fig. 12>
< Fig. 13>

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10. Now scan any barcode, whether it is a UPC from a product or a logistics tracking barcode. Then the
selected retail/logistics website will be displayed and populated with search results for the barcode
you just scanned, as shown below: (Fig. 14)
< Fig. 14>

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Demo Instructions
11. To finish the demo, close the KTSync SKX app. Next, go back to the normal USB HID Mode (HID
Keyboard Mode) by scanning this special barcode below:
USB HID Mode (HID Keyboard Mode)

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4.3 Sample Barcodes for Demo Testing
UPS

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FedEx
Amazon/Walmart/Home Depot