KoamTac SKX6Pro User manual
SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5
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Contents
Product Introduction ............................................................................................................................................. 2
1.1 SKX6Pro/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/6Pro/5 and the SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 ........................................ 4
2.2 Connection Between XCover Pro/6Pro/5 and PC ....................................................................................... 4
Usage...................................................................................................................................................................... 6
3.1 Using Keyboard Wedge (HID Keyboard): USB HID Mode (DEFAULT)...................................................... 6
3.2 Using KTSync SKX: USB Serial Mode ........................................................................................................... 6
3.3 Using SKX Keyboard –Android .................................................................................................................... 8
3.4 Using Other Developed Applications with SDK –Android ...................................................................... 10
SKX6Pro/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 (SKX6Pro/SKXPro) ......................................................................................................... 19
Product Specifications (SKX5)............................................................................................................................. 21
Charging Accessories and Companions............................................................................................................ 23
7.1 Charging Accessories .................................................................................................................................. 23
7.2 Companions ................................................................................................................................................. 24
SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5
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Product Introduction
The SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 is a 2D Imager Barcode Data Scanning Sled for the Samsung Galaxy XCover
Pro/6Pro/5. It is connected to the XCover Pro/6Pro/5 via the USB Type-C port at the bottom of the
SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5. Data between the SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 and XCover Pro/6Pro/5 is transferred
through this physical connection, not by Bluetooth.
1.1 SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 Diagram
①Left & Right SCAN Keys (for SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5)
②VOLUME UP Key (access to XCover Pro/6Pro/5 Volume Key)
③VOLUME DOWN Key (access to XCover Pro/6Pro/5 Volume Key)
④SIDE Key (of XCover Pro/6Pro/5)
⑤XCover Key (access to XCover Pro/6Pro/5 XCover Key)
⑥Top Key (access to XCover Pro Top Key)
⑦Hand Strap Holes (for SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5)
⑧USB Port to access XCover Pro/5 or SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 from PC
⑨Barcode Scan Window (for SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5)
⑩Pogo Pins for Charging XCover Pro/5 and SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5
⑪Screw Holes (for SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5)
SKX6Pro/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 SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 does not have its own internal battery but rather draws power from the XCover
Pro/6Pro/5’s battery. The SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 works only when the XCover Pro/6Pro/5 is mounted into
SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 Scanning Sled. If you need to access the SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 or the XCover
Pro/6Pro/5, you can access them by using the USB port from the back of the SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5.
To turn on the XCover Pro/6Pro/5, press and hold the SIDE key for a few seconds.
To turn off the XCover Pro/6Pro/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.
SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5
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Connectivity
2.1 Connection Between the XCover Pro/6Pro/5 and the SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5
Once the XCover Pro/6Pro/5 is assembled with the SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5, the two will be connected via USB
and the connectivity will be USB HID connectivity by default. This allows the SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 to function
as a keyboard. The SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 is also able to utilize USB Serial connectivity.
a. USB HID Connectivity: Allows one-way USB communication. The SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5
only transmits data to the host device, the XCover Pro/6Pro/5.
b. USB Serial Connectivity: Allows two-way USB communication. The SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5
transmits data to the XCover Pro/6Pro/5 application and the XCover Pro/6Pro/5
application can transmit data/control back to the SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5.
Note:USB HID inputs data directly into an application, while USB Serial requires KTSync
SKX 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/6Pro/5 and PC
To access the XCover Pro/6Pro/5 while installed in the SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 sled, you can use the USB port
located on the back of SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5. (Item ⑧from the diagram in section 1.1) Please connect the
SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 sled to the PC with a USB cable, then scan the barcode shown below to bypass the
SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5. Once you disconnect the USB cable from the PC, the XCover Pro/6Pro/5 will
automatically reconnect to the SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5.
Phone to PC Connection
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To connect a PC to the SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 (for firmware upgrades or SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5
configuration), please connect the SKX6Pro/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 SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 will automatically
reconnect to the XCover Pro/6Pro/5.
PC to SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 Connection
To reset the default connection (XCover Pro/6Pro/5 to SKXPro/SKX5), use this barcode.
Phone to SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 Connection
SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5
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Usage
3.1 Using Keyboard Wedge (HID Keyboard): USB HID Mode (DEFAULT)
This option is only available when SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 is set to USB HID connectivity. USB HID mode is the
default mode of the SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5. Once the XCover Pro/6Pro/5 phone is assembled into the
SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5, the SKX6Pro/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 SKX: USB Serial Mode
The KTSync SKX app is a program which communicates with the SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 via USB Serial
connection. It enables users to read and store data, supports keyboard wedging, and also contains
configuration options for the SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5. Download the KTSync SKX app from the Google Play
Store. You can use KTSync SKX app to utilize your SKX6Pro/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 SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5. The
SKX6Pro/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 SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5 as a keyboard while SKX6Pro/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 SKX6Pro/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
SKX6Pro/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.
SKX6Pro/SKXPro/SKX5
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SKX6Pro/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
1.
By default, the SKX6Pro/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 >
6.
The KTSync SKX app on the XCover Pro/6Pro/5 will automatically connect to the
SKX6Pro/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 SKX6Pro/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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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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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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