Newland CL-M10 User manual

CL-M10
Portable Data Collector
User Guide

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Revision History
Version
Description
Date
V1.0.0
Initial release.
2019-05-20

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 CL-M10.............................................................................................................................................................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 CL-M10.......................................................................................................9
Locking/Unlocking the CL-M10 ......................................................................................................................................10
Home Screen.................................................................................................................................................................11
Status Icons ...................................................................................................................................................................13
Installing App..................................................................................................................................................................14
Uninstalling App .............................................................................................................................................................14
Display ...........................................................................................................................................................................15
Ringtones.......................................................................................................................................................................16
Restoring Factory Settings.............................................................................................................................................17
Language & Input Method..............................................................................................................................................17
Floating Button Settings.................................................................................................................................................18
Shortcuts to Apps...........................................................................................................................................................19
Widgets..........................................................................................................................................................................19
Chapter 4 Scanning Barcodes ..................................................................................................................................................20
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................20
Scanning 1D Barcode ....................................................................................................................................................20
Scanning 2D Barcode ....................................................................................................................................................21
Programming Scanner...................................................................................................................................................22
Enable Scan...................................................................................................................................................................22
Output Mode ..................................................................................................................................................................23
Scan Mode.....................................................................................................................................................................23

Scan Trigger...................................................................................................................................................................24
Prefix & Suffix.................................................................................................................................................................25
Good Read Indicator......................................................................................................................................................26
Encoding........................................................................................................................................................................26
Data Edit ........................................................................................................................................................................27
Symbologies...................................................................................................................................................................28
Chapter 5 Bluetooth...................................................................................................................................................................30
Chapter 6 Wi-Fi...........................................................................................................................................................................31
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................31
Wi-Fi Settings.................................................................................................................................................................31
IP Settings......................................................................................................................................................................32
Chapter 7 Mobile Network .........................................................................................................................................................33
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................33
Mobile Network Settings ................................................................................................................................................33
APN Settings..................................................................................................................................................................33
Chapter 8 Admin Tool.................................................................................................................................................................35
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................35
Admin Mode Setting.......................................................................................................................................................35
Switching between User Mode and Admin Mode...........................................................................................................37
Chapter 9 Whitelist Manager .....................................................................................................................................................38
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................38
Logging in to Whitelist Manager.....................................................................................................................................38
Chapter 10 Others ......................................................................................................................................................................39
Camera ..........................................................................................................................................................................39
GPS ...............................................................................................................................................................................40
NFC (optional)................................................................................................................................................................41
Memory Cleanup............................................................................................................................................................41
Chapter 11 System Update ........................................................................................................................................................43
Online Update................................................................................................................................................................43
Local Update..................................................................................................................................................................43
Chapter 12 App Development Guide.........................................................................................................................................47
Development Environment.............................................................................................................................................47
Use of Non-standard Interfaces .....................................................................................................................................47
Chapter 13 Maintenance & Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................48
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................48
Important Safety &Handling Information ........................................................................................................................48

Disassembly and Retrofit.......................................................................................................................................48
External Power Supply...........................................................................................................................................48
Abnormal Situation.................................................................................................................................................48
Drop Damage.........................................................................................................................................................48
LCD Screen ...........................................................................................................................................................48
Stacking Heavy Objects.........................................................................................................................................48
Mounting Location..................................................................................................................................................48
Wireless Functionalities .........................................................................................................................................49
Use & Maintenance................................................................................................................................................49
Battery Safety Guidelines.......................................................................................................................................49
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................................................................50

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Chapter 1 About This Guide
Introduction
This guide provides instructions for programming and operating the CL-M10 portable data collector (hereinafter referred to
as “the CL-M10” or “the terminal”).
Documentation Set
The documentation set for the CL-M10 includes:
CL-M10 Portable Data Collector Quick Start: Describes how to get the CL-M10 up and running.
CL-M10 Portable Data Collector User Guide: Describes how to program and use the CL-M10.
Chapter Descriptions
Chapter 1 About This Guide Provides general description of this manual.
Chapter 2 Getting Started Provides information on getting the CL-M10 up and running for the
first time.
Chapter 3 Basics Describes how to program the CL-M10 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 Admin Tool Explains how to use the admin tool.
Chapter 9 Whitelist Manager Explains how to use the whitelist management tool.
Chapter 10 Others Explains how to use Camera, GPS and NFC functionalities
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 CL-M10.
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 CL-M10 and explains how to charge the battery and power on the CL-M10 for the first
time.
Getting Started
The CL-M10
1
Volume+
2
Volume-
3
Power Key
4
Right Scan Key
5
USB Port
6
Left Scan Key

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7
SIM/TF Card Slot
8
Scanning Window
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 CL-M10 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 CL-M10 with AC adapter or USB cable, the user is notified the charging statuses by the LEDs on the
terminal.
LEDs on the CL-M10
Green LED on
Fully charged
Red LED on
Charging in progress
Red LED flashes constantly
Low-battery alert
Note: If CL-M10 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 CL-M10 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 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 CL-M10 to your computer with the included USB cable.
Step 2: Switch CL-M10 on. On the home screen, swipe from top to open the notification bar as shown below.
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 CL-M10. 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 CL-M10
Switching On/ Rebooting/ Switching Off the CL-M10
After installed with the SIM card and fully charged, you can start to use the CL-M10.
Switch the CL-M10 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 CL-M10 displays the Home screen.
Reboot the CL-M10: Hold down the Power key on the right side of the terminal until the window below pops up, then tap
“Restart.
Switch the CL-M10 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 CL-M10
Lock the CL-M10: Briefly press the Power key on the right side of the terminal. If no operation is performed on the CL-M10
for a preset period of time, the CL-M10 locks automatically. You can change how long it takes for the CL-M10 to lock.
Unlock the CL-M10: 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.
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: Tap .

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Add an app icon to the Home screen: Tap on the Home screen. 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
CL-M10, see the Uninstalling App section.
View the App list

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Status Icons
The icons in the notification bar at the top of the screen give information about the CL-M10.
Status Icon
Description
Status Icon
Description
WLAN on
Signal strength
Bluetooth on
Airplane mode
USB Connected
USB debugging
Missed calls
Battery charging in progress
New messages
Battery fully charged
Silent mode
Vibrate mode

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Installing App
Use one of the following methods to install a new app on the CL-M10:
1. Download an APK file from online app store and install it.
2. Download software package onto a Micro SD 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 CL-M10:
Tap on the home screen to view all apps. Tap and hold your desired app until “App info” appears, then tap “App info”
and uninstall it. Or tap and hold your desired app and drag it to the Uninstall section that you’ll see on the screen.