SatLab SHC55 User manual

SHC55 User Manual

SHC55 User Manual
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SHC55 Handheld Controller
User Guide A1

SHC55 User Manual
SHC55
Handheld Controller User Manual

SHC55 User Manual
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Preface
Introduction
Welcome to the SatLab SHC55 handheld controller. This introduction describes how to use this
product.
Experience Requirement
To help you use SatLab series products better, SatLab suggests you carefully read the instructions. If
you are unfamiliar with the products, please refer to http://www.satlab.com.se/.
Tips for Safe Uses
Notice: The contents here are special operations and need your special
attention. Please read them carefully.
Warning: The contents here generally are very important. Wrong operation
may damage the machine, lose data, even break the system and endanger your
safety.
Exclusions
Before using the product, please read these operating instructions carefully, they will help you to use it
better. SatLab Geosolutions assumes no responsibility if you fail to operate the product according to
the instructions or operate wrongly due to misunderstanding the instructions.
SatLab is committed to constantly perfecting product functions and performance, improving service
quality and reserves the rights to change these operating instructions without notice.
We have checked the contents of the instructions and the software & hardware, without eliminating the
possibility of deviation. The pictures in the operating instructions are for reference only. In case of non-
conformity with products, the products shall prevail.

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Technology and Service
If you have any technical issues, please call SatLab technology department for help, we will answer
your question.
Relevant Information
You can obtain this introduction by:
1. After purchasing SatLab products, you will find this manual in the instrument container to guide you
on operating the instrument.
2. Log onto the SatLab official website, download the electronic version introduction at
Partners → Partner Center.
Advice
If you have any suggestions for this product, please email [e-mail]. Your feedback
information will help us to improve the product and service.

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Chapter 1
SHC55 Handheld Controller
This chapter contains:
-Introduction
-Appearance
-Controller accessories
-Operation
-Application

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1.1 Introduction
1.1.1 Foreword
The SHC55 controller is a professional data collector, based on the Android system. Using a
combination of physical buttons and touch screen to operate, the default input languages are Chinese
and English, and it supports multiple languages. The industrial-standard design can withstand 1.2
meters drop to a cement floor, is IP67 waterproof and dustproof standard to adapt to a complex
operating environment. At the same time, the super capacity lithium battery can handle all weather
requirements.
The SHC55 controller configures 5.5 inches 720*1280 highlighted LCD; 2.0 GHZ, eight-core 64-bit
CPU; and 16GB ROM +2 GB RAM memory. It has a built-in Micro SD card slot, and maximum support
128GB expansion card (it only supports FAT32 format SD card, the NTFS format SD card cannot be
supported); dual card dual stand-by, and supports the entire 4G network. With the Android 10.0
operating system, the interface is optimized and easy to use.
1.1.2 Features
1. Industrial-standard design, with IP67 it can withstand 1.2 meters drop to a cement floor and adapt to
a complex operating environment.
2. Highlighted LCD, the LCD screen is normally readable under strong sunlight.
3. Supports Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and 4G，which is convenient to carry out a variety of wireless data
transmissions with the receiver. Wi-Fi and 4G can be used at the same time. Refer to the Satsurv
Road Software User's Guide for more details.
4. Internal 13-million-pixel camera: for field collection of image information.
5. Internal removable large capacity lithium battery for more than 14 hours of work.
6. Internal NFC chip, supports NFC data transmission for a rapid connection between the RTK and
hand-held controller.
7. Fast charge technology: for a rapid battery charge.
8. Full keyboard input method.
9. Local online upgrade to facilitate quick changes.
1.1.3 Caution
Although the SHC55 hand-held controller is made with chemical and impact resistant materials, it
needs to be carefully used and maintained, and should be kept in a dry environment. To improve the
stability and usage cycle of the SHC55 hand-held controller, please avoid exposing it to extreme
environments, such as humidity, high temperatures, low temperatures, corrosive liquids or gases, etc.

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Notice: The SHC55 hand-held controller must be used within the temperature
range from -20℃to 60℃
1.2 Appearance
1.2.1 Front of the controller
The front of the SHC55 controller includes a touch screen, keyboard microphone and indictor light.
Figure 1-2-1 SHC55 controller
- Touch screen: multipoint capacitive touch screen with touch pen (open the touch pen function:
Settings - Accessibility - Handwriting pen), which supports Chinese and English input.
- Keyboard: direction control, switch between Chinese and English, data collection, volume control,
power on, power off and other functions.
- Microphone: the internal microphone can be used for field collection of voice messages.
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1- Indictor light 2- Microphone 3- Touch screen 4- Keyboard
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1.2.2 Reverse side of the controller
There is a camera, belt, NFC, trumpet, etc. on the reverse of the controller.
Figure 1-2-2 the backside of the SHC55
- Camera: used for field collection of images.
- Belt hole: connect the belt to prevent it sliding down.
- Trumpet: conduct real-time voice broadcasts for instrument operation and status.
- NFC: supports NFC data transmission to achieve rapid connection between RTK and the hand-held
controller.
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1- Camera 2- NFC 3-Trumpet 4- Belt hole

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1.2.3 Side of the controller
Figure 1-2-3 the port of SHC55
- Type-C port: for connecting the USB data line and the controller.
Notice: When not using Mini USB, please close the rubber cover to make it
waterproof and dustproof.
1.3 Controller accessories
1.3.1 Data cable
Figure 1-3-1 Data cable
USB data cable: connect to the USB port of a computer, for download of data; connect to the Type-C
port of the charger for charging the controller.
1- Waterproof & dustproof rubber cover 2- Type-C port
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1.3.2 Touch pen
Figure 1-3-2 Touch pen
Touch pen: located on the strap of the controller.
1.4 Operation
1.4.1 Keyboard
Most settings and operations of the SHC55 hand-held controller can be completed by the touch pen,
and commonly used operations can be completed on the keyboard. Appearance and functions of the
keyboard are as follows.
SHC55 keyboard includes Back, OK, Power, APP, Fn, Collect, etc.
Figure 1-4-1 Keyboard
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- Back: cancel or exit the operation of the current window.
- OK: confirmation.
- Power: press it for over 3secs to power on/off. Press it for 1sec to turn off /on the screen backlight in
the power on status.
- APP: quick start of the APP. The default is Satsurv Road software.
- Fn: when inputting, short press this key to cycle the input method (Chinese Pinyin/ English letter abc/
English association en/ number 123). In any interface, long press this button to pop-up the selection
box to switch the system input method.
- Collect button: collect data by manual operation.
- Shift: switch key of the input function.
- Fn + direction up/ down key: volume increase/ decrease.
- Screenshot function: pull down the screen at the top menu, select the screenshot options, and the
screen capture will be kept in the folder of Mobile phone storage→Pictures→Screenshots. (note:
SHC55 does not set the shortcuts screenshot function).
1.4.2 Battery and Charger
1.Battery: The controller has a built-in 7500mAh/7.4V battery and supports USB PD3.0 fast charging.
Notice: When the SHC55 hand-held controller is not used, please turn off the
backlight to save electricity and prolong working time.
1- APP 2- Fn 3- Power 4- Back 5- Collect
6- OK 7- Delete 8- Space 9- Shift

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2. Charger: To charge the controller, use the standard charger. When it is in charge, the power button
light will turn red.
Figure 1-4-2 Cable and charger
1.4.3 Power system
1. The battery model of the SHC55 hand-held controller
Table 1-4-1 the battery model
Name
Model
Lithium battery
BLP-7500S
2. Charge
The special charger should be within a certain temperature range when charging, and a certain charge
time is required. Specific use methods and requirements: use the special charger of the controller to
Notice:
If the battery needs to be stored for a long time, it should be charged to about 70% and
then placed in a dry, low temperature environment. It is recommended that you charge and
discharge the battery every 3 months. If you do not have the conditions needed for
charging and discharging, take out the battery after 3 months and charge it to about 70%
before storing it once more.
Notice: Please use this product’s standard charger to charge the receiver. We will
not be responsible for any accidents that occur during the charging process or any
damage to the instrument if you use other chargers instead.

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charge in the temperature range of 10℃-40℃. There is a certain amount of electricity in the battery on
first use, let the power completely run out from the first charge, then the first three times you will need
to charge for 3 hours. After that, the SHC55 supports fast charging with the original charger and the
charge time is then less than 3 hours. If the battery is not used often, it must be charged once every
two months.
Notice:
1. Please use the configured battery and charger, do not put battery into fire or
metal short circuit electrode.
2. If the battery is hot, deformed, leaks, has an odour or any other abnormalities
during use, charging or storage, please replace it
3. If the using time is obviously shortened, please stop using the battery. Please
replace with a new battery
1.4.4 SIM card setting
The SHC55 hand-held controller supports DSDS, the default card is SIM1. Both SIM1 and SIM2
support full network 4G.
1. Installation of the SIM card
Step1: remove the left side cover and expose the SIM card slot. Slot 1: Micro SIM card; slot 2:
standard SIM card.
Step2: put the SIM card into the slot with the front side (metal contact side) down.
Figure 1-4-3 Installation of SIM card
2. Network: Settings → Data usage.
SIM Card

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Figure 1-4-4 Data usage Figure 1-4-5 Overview of data
1.4.5 Installation of the Micro SD card
The Micro SD card can save collected data and program files.
Notice: Micro SD card（TF card）is an external storage card, usually used in
mobile phones and PDAs. If you buy this, please note the difference to ordinary
SD cards. The volume of the ordinary SD card is larger than the Micro SD card,
and is not suitable for the SHC55 hand-held controller.
Step1:remove the left side cover and expose the Micro SIM card slot..
Step2: Put Micro SD card into the slot (metal contact side down).
Figure 1-4-6 Micro SD slot
Micro SD card slot

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Figure 1-4-7 Installation of Micro SD card
1.4.6 Power on/off
In the off state, long press the power button for 3 seconds, it will power on.
Figure 1-4-8 The interface of the SHC55 screen
In the power on state, long press the power button for 3 seconds, it will prompt to shut down and to
confirm, click Power off.
1.5 Application
1.5.1 Connecting the controller to computer
1. Connect the controller to computer via the USB data cable.
2. Transfer files: pull down the notice column and click USB for charging.

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Figure 1-5-1 USB connected
Figure 1-5-2 Charging Figure 1-5-3 File transfers
3. Connect the PC version mobile phone assistant: open the hand-held controller, click Setting →
System →Developer options →USB debugging.

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Figure 1-5-4 Settings Figure 1-5-5 Developer options
Figure 1-5-6 USB debugging
1.5.2 Upgrade method
SHC55 controller supports two methods for upgrading local upgrade and wireless upgrade.
1. Local upgrade of SHC55 controller (download the firmware from the SatLab official website first).
Step1: copy the upgrade firmware to the SD directory.
Step2: choose the System Update App.

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Figure 1-5-7 Update App
Step3: open the System Update App, as shown below.
Figure 1-5-8 Interface of the update
Step4: click the top right menu selection in the interface, and choose Local updates.

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Figure 1-5-9 Local updates
Step5: enter the interface.
Figure 1-5-10 Local updates
Step6: select the Internal storage file, then select the update firmware.
Step7: after selecting the upgrade firmware, click Install Now.
Figure 1-5-11 Install