Newland NLS-NFT10 User manual

NLS-NFT10
Portable Data Collector
User Guide

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Revision History
Version
Description
Date
V1.0
Initial release.
2020-02-24

Contents
Chapter 1 About This Guide........................................................................................................................................................1
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................1
Documentation Set...........................................................................................................................................................1
Chapter Descriptions........................................................................................................................................................1
More Information..............................................................................................................................................................2
Chapter 2 Getting Started............................................................................................................................................................3
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................3
Getting Started.................................................................................................................................................................3
The NFT10...............................................................................................................................................................3
Charging the Battery................................................................................................................................................5
On-screen Buttons...................................................................................................................................................6
Installing SIM card/TF card......................................................................................................................................8
Chapter 3 Basics ..........................................................................................................................................................................9
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................9
Switching On/ Rebooting/ Switching Off the NFT10.........................................................................................................9
Locking/Unlocking the NFT10........................................................................................................................................10
Home Screen.................................................................................................................................................................12
Status Icons ...................................................................................................................................................................13
Installing App..................................................................................................................................................................14
Uninstalling App .............................................................................................................................................................14
Date& Time ....................................................................................................................................................................15
Display ...........................................................................................................................................................................16
Ringtones.......................................................................................................................................................................16
Restoring Factory Settings.............................................................................................................................................17
Language & Input Method..............................................................................................................................................18
Floating Button Settings.................................................................................................................................................19
Shortcuts to Apps...........................................................................................................................................................20
Widgets..........................................................................................................................................................................20
Chapter 4 Scanning Barcodes ..................................................................................................................................................21
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................21
Scanning 1D Barcode ....................................................................................................................................................21
Scanning 2D Barcode ....................................................................................................................................................22
Programming Scanner...................................................................................................................................................23
Enable Scan...................................................................................................................................................................23
Output Mode ..................................................................................................................................................................24

Scan Mode.....................................................................................................................................................................25
Scan Trigger...................................................................................................................................................................26
Prefix & Suffix.................................................................................................................................................................26
Good Read Indicator......................................................................................................................................................27
Encoding........................................................................................................................................................................27
Data Edit ........................................................................................................................................................................28
Broadcast-output settings ..............................................................................................................................................29
Symbologies...................................................................................................................................................................29
Chapter 5 Bluetooth...................................................................................................................................................................31
Chapter 6 Wi-Fi...........................................................................................................................................................................33
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................33
Wi-Fi Settings.................................................................................................................................................................33
IP Settings......................................................................................................................................................................34
Chapter 7 Mobile Network .........................................................................................................................................................35
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................35
Mobile Network Settings ................................................................................................................................................35
APN Settings..................................................................................................................................................................36
Chapter 8 Others ........................................................................................................................................................................38
Camera ..........................................................................................................................................................................38
GPS ...............................................................................................................................................................................39
NFC................................................................................................................................................................................40
Key Map.........................................................................................................................................................................41
Chapter 9 Admin Tool.................................................................................................................................................................43
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................43
Launching the Admin Tool..............................................................................................................................................43
Switching between User Mode and Admin Mode...........................................................................................................45
Chapter 10 Whitelist Manager ...................................................................................................................................................46
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................46
Logging in to Whitelist Manager.....................................................................................................................................46
Chapter 11 System Update ........................................................................................................................................................47
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................47
Online Update................................................................................................................................................................47
Local Update..................................................................................................................................................................47
Chapter 12 App Development Guide.........................................................................................................................................51
Development Environment.............................................................................................................................................51
Use of Non-standard Interfaces .....................................................................................................................................51

Chapter 13 Maintenance & Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................52
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................52
Important Safety &Handling Information ........................................................................................................................52
Disassembly and Retrofit.......................................................................................................................................52
External Power Supply...........................................................................................................................................52
Abnormal Situation.................................................................................................................................................52
Drop Damage.........................................................................................................................................................52
LCD Screen ...........................................................................................................................................................52
Stacking Heavy Objects.........................................................................................................................................52
Mounting Location..................................................................................................................................................52
Wireless Functionalities .........................................................................................................................................53
Use & Maintenance................................................................................................................................................53
Battery Safety Guidelines.......................................................................................................................................53
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................................................................54

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Chapter 1 About This Guide
Introduction
This guide provides instructions for programming and operating the NLS-NFT10 portable data collector (hereinafter
referred to as “the NFT10”or “the terminal”).
Documentation Set
The documentation set for the NFT10 includes:
NLS-NFT10 Portable Data Collector Quick Start: Describes how to get the NLS-NFT10 up and running.
NLS-NFT10 Portable Data Collector User Guide: Describes how to program and use the NLS-NFT10.
Chapter Descriptions
Chapter 1 About This Guide Provides a general description of this manual.
Chapter 2 Getting Started Provides information on getting the NFT10 up and running for the
first time.
Chapter 3 Basics Describes how to program the NFT10 for the use of its basic
features.
Chapter 4 Scanning Barcodes Provides the instructions as to how to scan 1D/2D barcodes and how
to program the scanner.
Chapter 5 Bluetooth Explains how to use Bluetooth functionality.
Chapter 6 Wi-Fi Explains how to use Wi-Fi functionality.
Chapter 7 Mobile Network Explains how to use Mobile Network functionality.
Chapter 8 Others Explains how to use Camera, GPS, and NFC functionalities
Chapter 9 Admin Tool Explains how to use the admin tool.
Chapter 10 Whitelist Manager Explains how to use the whitelist management tool.
Chapter 11 System Update Explains how to update the system.

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Chapter 12 App Development Guide Describes the app development environment and the use of
non-standard interfaces.
Chapter 13 Maintenance & Troubleshooting Provides troubleshooting solutions for issues that might occur when
using the NFT10.
More Information
For more product and support information, please visit our web site: http://www.newlandaidc.com.

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Chapter 2 Getting Started
Introduction
This chapter lists the parts for the NFT10 and explains how to charge the battery and power on the NFT10 for the first time.
Getting Started
The NFT10
1
Volume+
2
Volume-
3
Power Key
4
Right Scan Key
5
USB Port
6
Left Scan Key
7
SIM/TF Card Slot
8
Scanning Window

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9
Front Camera
10
LEDs
11
Light/Proximity Sensors
12
Rear Camera
13
Flashlight
14
Fingerprint Recognition
15
NFC Detection Area
16
Charging contact

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Charging the Battery
Connect the NFT10 to a power outlet using the included AC adapter or USB cable. When the terminal’s battery is less than
5%, it takes about 3 hours to fully charge it (The terminal is shut down or in sleep mode).
When charging the NFT10 with AC adapter or USB cable, the user is notified the charging statuses by the LEDs on the
terminal.
LEDs on the NFT10
Green LED on
Fully charged
Red LED on
Charging in progress
Red LED flashes constantly
Low-battery alert
Note: If the NFT10 battery is completely drained, please press the power key to turn on after 15 minutes of being charged.

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On-screen Buttons
1
Back Button
2
Home Button
3
Overview Button
The NFT10 has five physical keys and three on-screen buttons. The on-screen buttons include Back Button, Home Button,
and Overview Button.
Back Button: Tap it to go back to the previous screen.
Home Button: Tap it to go back to the home screen.
Overview Button: Tap it to display a list of thumbnail images of apps you’ve worked with recently. To open an app, tap it.
To remove a thumbnail from the list, swipe it left or right.
1
2
3

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Communicating with PC
Step 1: Connect the Micro USB port on the NFT10 to your computer with the included USB cable.
Step 2: Switch NFT10 on. On the home screen, swipe from top to open the notification bar.
Step 3: Tap "Tap for more options".
Step 4: Select "Transfer Files". Navigate to the “My Computer” section of your computer and look for the newly added drive.
Double-click it and you will be connected to the NFT10. Then you may handle the files on the terminal through your
computer.

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Installing SIM card/TF card
Step 1: Pull the SIM / TF card tray out from the slot on the left side of the terminal.
Step 2: Place the SIM/TF card into the tray and then gently push the tray all the way into the slot until it locks in place.

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Chapter 3 Basics
Introduction
This chapter provides the basics of setting and using the NFT10
Switching On/ Rebooting/ Switching Off the NFT10
After installed with the SIM card and fully charged, you can start to use the NFT10.
Switch the NFT10 on: Hold down the Power key on the right side of the terminal until the Android logo is displayed. Note
that the initialization is going to take some time before the NFT10 displays the Home screen.
Reboot the NFT10: Hold down the Power key on the right side of the terminal until the window below pops up, then tap
“Restart.
Switch the NFT10 off: Hold down the Power key on the right side of the terminal until the window below pops up, then tap
“Power off".

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Locking/Unlocking the NFT10
Lock the NFT10: Briefly press the Power key on the right side of the terminal. If no operation is performed on the NFT10
for a preset period of time, the NFT10 locks automatically. You can change how long it takes for the NFT10 to lock.
Unlock the NFT10: Briefly press the Power key on the right side of the terminal and swipe up from the bottom of the
screen to unlock. Tap the app icon and then “Security & location” -> “Screen lock”, and set the unlock sequence per
your needs.

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Unlock with Fingerprint: Tap the app icon and then “Security & location” -> “Fingerprint” and follow the fingerprint
instructions on the screen to finish the steps.

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Home Screen
View another Home screen: Swipe left or right.
Go to the Home screen: Tap the Home key.
Open an app: Tap it.
View all apps/Open apps list: Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to view all the apps.
Add an app icon to the Home screen: Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to view all the apps. Tap and hold your
desired app until it appears on the Home screen and then drag it into a blank area.
Delete an app icon on the Home screen: Tap and hold your desired app on the Home screen until “X Remove”appears,
then drag the app into it. Note that this operation only removes the icon from the Home screen. To remove the app from the
NFT10, see the Uninstalling App section.
Swipe up
Apps list

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Status Icons
The icons in the notification bar at the top of the screen give information about the NFT10.
Status Icon
Description
Status Icon
Description
WLAN on
Signal strength
Bluetooth on
Airplane mode on
USB Connected
USB debugging
Missed calls
Battery charging in progress
New Message
Hotspot &tethering
Positioning
Power Saving Mode
Don’t Disturb Mode
Vibrate on

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Installing App
Use one of the following methods to install a new app on the NFT10:
1. Download an APK file from online app store and install it.
2. Download software package onto a MicroSD card or PC and copy it to your terminal. Then install it with File Manager.
3. Install a new app using a mobile assistant (such as Baidu Mobile Assistant) installed on the PC.
Uninstalling App
Follow the procedure below to remove an app from the NFT10:
Swipe Home screen from bottom to top with one finger in one smooth motion to view all the app. Tap and hold your desired
app until “App info”appears, then tap “UNINSTALL”and uninstall it
*The application that comes with the system cannot be uninstalled.