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Wireless
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Instruction
PM5 is a wearable Bluetooth scanner that brings the full scanning capability on your finger. By assembling
the trigger on PM5, you can wear the PM5 like a ring. PM5 can be used with host device, and can also be
used as a standalone scanner with batch mode. This manual provides information about basic features
and using the PM5. Please read this manual carefully before using your handy Bluetooth scanner and
peripherals to ensure safe and proper use.
Revision History
Revision
Date
Description
V01
09 Feb 2021
Initial release.
Related Document
Download related documents from Point Mobile Service Portal.
Ring Control User Guide –Describes how to use Ring Control application
Ring Control Lite User Guide –Describes how to use Ring Control Lite application
Ring Scanner Configuration PC Tool Guide –Describes how to use Ring Scanner Configuration
PC Tool for making a configuration json file for Ring Scanner
PM5 SKUs
The contents of this manual can cover the following SKUs.
SKU
Part Number
Scanner
Battery
SKU1
PM500B6212N0
N6703
Standard battery capacity
SKU2
PM500B6222N0
Extended battery capacity

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Table of Contents
INSTRUCTION ..........................................................................................................1
Revision History.......................................................................................................................1
Related Document...................................................................................................................1
PM5 SKUs...............................................................................................................................1
TABLE OF CONTENTS.............................................................................................2
GETTING STARTED .................................................................................................6
Ring Scanner Parts..................................................................................................................6
Trigger Parts............................................................................................................................7
Product Standard Accessories.................................................................................................7
Install & Remove Battery .........................................................................................................8
Install the battery ..................................................................................................................8
Remove the battery..............................................................................................................8
Assemble Trigger.....................................................................................................................9
Charging the Scanner............................................................................................................10
Charge via single trigger.....................................................................................................10
Charge via cradle ...............................................................................................................11
8SBC........................................................................................................................................11
4SC..........................................................................................................................................12
Share cradle.............................................................................................................................12
Charge via sled...................................................................................................................13
Wearing on the scanner.........................................................................................................14
Scanner Status ......................................................................................................................15
Activity modes ....................................................................................................................15
Run mode.................................................................................................................................15
Low Power mode......................................................................................................................15
Power Off .................................................................................................................................15
Power on ............................................................................................................................15

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Reset the PM5....................................................................................................................16
Warmboot.................................................................................................................................16
Factory reset ............................................................................................................................16
Status indication .................................................................................................................17
APPLICATIONS FOR RING SCANNER .................................................................19
Ring Control...........................................................................................................................19
Ring Control Lite.................................................................................................................19
Ring Control Configuration Tool.............................................................................................20
BLUETOOTH PAIRING ..........................................................................................21
Supporting Bluetooth Modes..................................................................................................21
SPP (Serial Port Profile).....................................................................................................21
HID (Human Interface Device)............................................................................................21
HID LE (Human Interface Device Low Energy).........................................................................21
BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) ..............................................................................................21
Pairing Methods.....................................................................................................................22
Scan-to-Pair........................................................................................................................22
Tap-to-Pair..........................................................................................................................23
Disconnect.............................................................................................................................24
Change Bluetooth Connect Mode..........................................................................................24
General Bluetooth Settings....................................................................................................25
Bluetooth name ..................................................................................................................25
Bluetooth power class.........................................................................................................25
CONFIGURATION...................................................................................................26
Apply Configuration................................................................................................................26
Apply via Ring Control........................................................................................................26
Apply via JSON file.............................................................................................................27
Auto Update .............................................................................................................................27
Manual Apply............................................................................................................................28
Available Settings ..................................................................................................................29

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Wedge settings...................................................................................................................29
System settings..................................................................................................................30
Trigger Timeout........................................................................................................................31
Sleep Timeout ..........................................................................................................................31
Transmit Barcode ID.................................................................................................................31
Prefix & Suffix...........................................................................................................................31
Terminator................................................................................................................................31
Center Window.........................................................................................................................32
Inverse Barcode .......................................................................................................................32
HID Inter Char Delay ................................................................................................................32
Batch mode..............................................................................................................................32
Deep Sleep Mode.....................................................................................................................33
Connect alert............................................................................................................................33
Notification settings ............................................................................................................34
SYMBOLOGIES ......................................................................................................35
Symbologies settings..........................................................................................................35
FIRMWARE UPDATE .............................................................................................47
Auto Update...........................................................................................................................47
Manual Update ......................................................................................................................48
SCAN A BARCODE ...............................................................................................49
ACCESSORY .........................................................................................................50
8SBC (8 Slot Battery Cradle).................................................................................................50
4SC (4 Slot Cradle)................................................................................................................50
Share Cradle..........................................................................................................................50
Sled........................................................................................................................................53
SAFETY INFORMATION.........................................................................................55
Battery Safety Information .....................................................................................................55
APPENDIX...............................................................................................................56

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Bluetooth Mode Barcodes......................................................................................................56
Bluetooth Power Class...........................................................................................................57
Batch Mode Barcodes............................................................................................................58
Factory Data Reset................................................................................................................59

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Getting Started
Ring Scanner Parts
No
Name
Description
1
Scanner
Scan a barcode
2
Top scan button
& NFC tagging area
Scan a barcode or power on PM5
& Put close to NFC antenna for Tap-to-Pair
3
Battery release button
Press to release the battery from PM5
4
Battery
Provide power
5
Trigger assembly latch
Assemble the trigger
6
Trigger connector pin
Communicate with trigger for triggering scan action
7
Speaker
Emit the beep sound
8
Reset button
Press to reboot or reset PM5
9
LED Indicators
Indicates the status of PM5 with beep sound and vibration
Figure 1 PM5 Front view
Figure 2 PM5 Back view

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Trigger Parts
No
Name
Description
1
USB type C Connector
Charge PM5 through USB type C cable
2
PM5 connector pin
Connect PM5 with trigger
3
Trigger release button
Press to release the battery from PM5
4
Trigger scan button
Scan a barcode or power on PM5
5
Finger strap
Tighten strap to fit your finger
Product Standard Accessories
The following items are in the product box.
Accessory
Name
Battery pack
Single Trigger
Figure 3 Trigger side view
Figure 4 Trigger front + side view

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Install & Remove Battery
Install the battery
1. Align the connector on the PM5 with the connector on the battery
2. Slide and press the battery into the battery slot so that the battery is firmly engaged
Remove the battery
Pull the battery while pressing the battery release button.
Figure 5 Install battery_1
Figure 6 Install battery_2
Figure 7 Remove battery

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Assemble Trigger
PM5 can be worn on the index finger like a ring by assembling the single trigger. The trigger is
designed for ambidextrous use, so determine the hand you want to mount and assemble the trigger
with right orientation.
1. Determine the trigger orientation according to the hand you wear the PM5
Align the trigger so that the trigger scan button is positioned next to the thumb
2. Insert the opposite side of trigger release button to PM5's trigger assemble latch first
3. Push the other end down until it clicks
4. Make sure that the trigger is engaged firmly
Figure 8 Trigger Assemble_Left hand mount
Figure 9 Trigger Assemble_Right hand mount
Figure 10 Trigger Assembled_Left hand mount

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Charging the Scanner
Note: Before using PM5for the firsttime, charge the scanner atleast 1 hourfor stable operation.
There are two methods to charge PM5. Use single trigger or charging cradle (optional accessory).
Charge via single trigger
Assemble the single trigger referring to Assemble Trigger, and plug the USB type C cable to USB
connector on the trigger.
LED indicator on the PM5 will light on red to confirm the power connection.
Figure 11 Trigger USB connector
Figure 12 Charge PM5 through single trigger

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Charge via cradle
There are 2 types of cradle (optional accessories) for charging PM5, 8SBC (8 Slot Battery Cradle)
and 4SC (4 Slot Cradle). The cradles can be connected to make share cradle that can charge the
PM5 and batteries with more slots.
8SBC
8SBC can charge up to 8 batteries of PM5 simultaneously. To charge the PM5 battery,
1. Assemble the power adapter and power cable, and then connect it to the cradle.
2. Remove the battery from PM5.
3. Align the battery as the shape of the slot, and battery connector should be facing down.
4. Insert the battery into the slot until it clicks.
When the battery is inserted properly, the LED indicator next to the slot will light on.
(Red –Charging / Green –Full charged)
Figure 13 Charging battery with 8SBC

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4SC
4SC can charge up to 4 units of PM5. Trigger must be mounted the PM5 for charging with 4SC.
1. Assemble the power adapter and power cable, and then connect it to the cradle.
2. Insert PM5 into the slot as the scanner is facing down
3. Push the device down until the LED indicator of PM5 lights on
(Red –charging / Green –Fully charged)
Share cradle
8SBC and 4SC can connect up to 5 pcs of cradles in one type only or two different types (4SC +
8SBC) to make share cradle. With share cradle, you can charge more PM5 and batteries at the same
time.
Find more information in Accessory –Share Cradle.
Figure 14 Charging with 4SC

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Charge via sled
PM5 can be charged using necklace type sled (sold separately).
1. Attach the sled to the PM5 (Refer to Accessory –Sled)
2. Connect the USB Type C charger to the USB connector on the sled
3. Confirm the connection with LED indicator on the PM5
(Red –charging / Green –Fully charged)
Figure 15 Charge via sled

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Wearing on the scanner
1. Insert the end of finger strap into the hole on the single trigger
2. Wear the PM5 with single trigger on the index finger as the trigger scan button facing the thumb
3. Tighten the finger strap and attach the end of the strap to remaining strap
4. To loosen the finger strap, detach the end of the strap
Figure 17 Mount PM5 onto index finger (Left hand)
Figure 16 Insert finger strap

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Scanner Status
Activity modes
Run mode
Run mode is a mode that PM5 can operate immediately.
Low Power mode
When PM5 is idle for sleep timeout you set, PM5 enters suspend mode. User can wake up the
scanner by below event. Sleep timeout can be changed by Ring Control (Lite) or Ring Control
Configuration Tool (See Sleep timeout in Configuration). Default value is 60 seconds.
To wake up PM5,
Press any button on PM5 and trigger
Send an activity through Bluetooth connection with Ring Control (Lite)
Connect USB cable
Power Off
Remove the battery from PM5
Power on
Install battery to PM5, and top scan button on the PM5 or press trigger scan button.
Figure 18 Scan buttons
Top scan button
Trigger scan button

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Reset the PM5
Warmboot
Perform warmboot when you want to restart the PM5. LED indicator will light on blue during warmboot
process. To perform warmboot,
- Press reset button for 3 seconds
Factory reset
To reset all setting values as default, perform factory reset. LED indicator will light on red during
factory reset process.
Note: Factory reset will erase all customized configuration of PM5, device settings,
symbologies settings, Bluetooth pairing information.
To perform factory reset when PM5 is in run mode or low power mode,
1. Press reset button until the blue LED blinks for 5 seconds
2. While LED blinks, press and release reset button and top scan button simultaneously
To perform factory reset when PM5 is not powered on,
- Press reset button immediately after pressing top scan button to power on PM5
You can do the factory reset using Ring Control (Lite) app or special barcode, too. See the
application’s user guide to find how to perform the factory reset with the app, or see Appendix –
Factory Data Reset to find special barcode.
Figure 19 Top scan button
Figure 20 Reset button

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Status indication
Unless the beep sound is muted, user can check the PM5’s status with beep sound and LED as
below table.
Description
LED Sequence
Beep Sequence
Booting
PM5 is powered on
Green
(Until the beep sequence ends)
Short low
–Short medium
–Short high
PM5 is booting as warmboot
Blue
None
PM5 is booting after factory reset
Red
None
Low battery warning (Repeat up to 3 times)
Battery is low (less than 20% or 10%)
Red
(Until the beep sequence ends)
4x Short high
Battery level (Press Reset button to activate)
Battery level is more than 20%
Green
(For 5 seconds)
None
Battery level is between 10% and 20%
Blue
(For 5 seconds)
None
Battery level is less than 10%
Red
(For 5 seconds)
None
Charging
Charging battery
Red
None
Fully charged
Green
None
Bluetooth Communication
Bluetooth connected
Green
Short medium
- Short high
Bluetooth disconnected
Red
3x Short high

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Description
LED Sequence
Beep Sequence
Scanning
Decoding success
Green flash
Short high
Decoding success
and Bluetooth is not connected
Red
3x Short low
Decoding fail
Red flash
Short medium
–High
Temperature warning
Battery temperature is low
(Under 0 degree Celsius)
Red
High
–Low
–High
–Low
Battery temperature is critical low
(Under -5 degree Celsius and voltage
is under 3.8V)
None
High
–Middle
–Middle
–Low
(Then shutdown)

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Applications for Ring Scanner
There are 3 applications for Point Mobile ring scanners, Ring Control, Ring Control Lite and Ring Control
Configuration Tool. These applications can be downloaded from Point Mobile Service Portal.
This manual only describes what features are in each application briefly. If you want more information,
please refer to each application’s user guide.
Ring Control
Ring Control is an application installed on a host device for connecting and controlling the ring
scanner. Ring Control is only compatible with Point Mobile Android devices, such as PM85.
Ring Control supports,
Bluetooth pairing between ring scanner and host device
Advanced Settings
- Apply Ring Scanner settings with JSON file
- Update Ring Scanner F/W with RFU file
- Wedge settings
- Ring Scanner settings
- Rename this ring scanner
- Factory reset
Get ring scanner’s information
Scan demo
Ring Control Lite
Ring Control Lite is a Ring Control for Android device which is not manufactured by Point Mobile. Ring
Control Lite supports most of Ring Control features, but does not support wedge settings.