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PA501

User's Manual

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Page 2: ...e United States and or other countries Microsoft products are licensed to OEMs by Microsoft Licensing Inc a wholly owned subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation The Bluetooth word mark and logos are regis...

Page 3: ...m Battery Safety Statement 5 Chapter 1 Introduction About This Guide 6 Unpacking the Device 6 Technical Specifications 7 PA501 Configuration Options 8 Parts List 9 Identifying the Device 10 Dimensions...

Page 4: ...s and setttings Troubleshoot the Wi Fi Connection 28 Troubleshoot Operating the Computer 29 Call Product Support 29 Chapter 5 RuggON DashON Utility Troubleshoot the Wi Fi Connection 28 Troubleshoot Op...

Page 5: ...ed Information Current information and manuals are available for download at the following website http www ruggon com Conventions Bolded or underlined text is used to emphasize the designated informa...

Page 6: ...plugging in the connector keep it evenly aligned to prevent bending the connector pins Intended Use The PA501 rugged tablet is equipped with multi functional terminals for stationary and mobile appli...

Page 7: ...Environmental Hazards Do not use the PA501 in locations near with flammable gases or vapor The use of electrical equipment in explosive environments can be dangerous Turn off the device when near a ga...

Page 8: ...cables aux appareils num riques de Classe B prescrites dans le r glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique dict par le Minist re des Communications du Canada Changes and modifications not expressly ap...

Page 9: ...cedures specified in IEEE 1528 SAR is measured with the device at 0 mm to the extremity while transmitting at the highest certified output power level in all frequency bands of the device This equipme...

Page 10: ...ce when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manu...

Page 11: ...f the U S Government The exposure standard employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate or SAR The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1 6 W kg Tests for SAR are conducted using standar...

Page 12: ...the Standards stated above Importer of Record CAUTION Only approved accessories may be used with this equipment In general all cables must be high quality shielded correctly terminated and normally re...

Page 13: ...Risk of explosion if battery replaced by an incorrect type Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions b Make sure the temperature for adapter will not be higher than 40 C CE RF Power Tabl...

Page 14: ...function in the device Use only the battery for the system for which it was specified Only use the battery with a charging system that has been qualified with the system per this standard Use of an u...

Page 15: ...nts of water and seek medical advice Battery usage by children should be supervised Power supply safety WARNING Use only AC and vehicle adapters intended for the device Output rating 19 Vdc minimum 3...

Page 16: ...or configuration process make sure to inspect all components and accessories Contact your representative if there are any missing or damaged items See Contacting RuggON on page 30 Technical Specificat...

Page 17: ...r 30 pin DC IN Jack x1 Micro SIM Card Slot x2 Audio Jack x1 headphone microphone combo USB x3 USB2 0 type A x2 USB 3 1 type C x 1 Display port supported RS 232 x1 Available for option USB 2 0 Micro SD...

Page 18: ...storage temperature MIL STD 810G Method 501 6 and 502 6 Humidity MIL STD 810G Method 507 6 Humidity Procedure II Aggravated Cycles Fig 507 6 7 IP rating IP65 Operating Temperature Range 20 C 4 F to 6...

Page 19: ...List The PA501 is shipped with the following items All other accessories are sold and ordered separately For help contact your local RuggON sales representative See Contacting RuggON on page 30 PA501...

Page 20: ...fn Identifying the Device Overview Overview Front View 1 2 14 13 12 4 5 6 Table 3 Front View 11 10 9 8 7 Figure 2 Front View No Item Description 1 Front camera 8 0 Mega Pixels camera 2 Touch screen 10...

Page 21: ...cate Wi Fi is enabled 6 FN LED The FN LED lights when the function switch on 7 Home key Android home key 8 Volume Volume increase 9 Volume Volume decrease 10 Power key Turns the PA501 on or off 11 Pow...

Page 22: ...harging no battery FN Blue On FN function switch on Blue Off FN function switch off Wi Fi Blue On Wi Fi on Blue Off Wi Fi off Bottom View Table 5 Bottom View 1 2 3 Figure 3 Bottom View No Item Descrip...

Page 23: ...Introduction 13 7 7 28 11 2 3 0 9 Dimensions The following image lists the device dimensions without add ons mm inches Front View ions 23 0 9 Side View 280 11 fn f1 f2 fn 195 7 7...

Page 24: ...tatic wrist straps or place the device on an anti static mat First Time Use PA501 is under Battery Ship Mode and will not power on to preserve the battery and prevent power loss To enable Regular Mode...

Page 25: ...in place 2 Push in the cover to seal the DC IN compartment Closing the DC IN Cover The DC IN cover must be inserted correctly to prevent internal damage to the device Powering the Device On and Off Po...

Page 26: ...harm bar and tap Settings 2 Tap Power Shut down Installing the Micro SIM 2 Card The device includes a micro SIM 2 card slot for cellular and wireless connection Only a micro SIM card is supported in t...

Page 27: ...Installing the Micro SIM Card Removing the Protective Film from the Display The front display of the PA501 is protected during transport by a transparent film This film should remain on the front disp...

Page 28: ...ocate the I O compartment cover Left view Right view Left I O Compartment Cover Right I O Compartment Cover Side View Locating the I O Compartment Cover 3 Unlock the latch Only available for the left...

Page 29: ...I O Compartment Cover Right I O Compartment Cover Side View Locating the I O Compartment Cover 3 Flip the I O compartment cover and install Installing the I O Compartment Cover 4 Lock the latch Only a...

Page 30: ...her audio quality you can send sound through external audio devices such as speakers headphones or earphone using audio connector Connect RS 232 Cabling Connect to RS 232 devices with an RS 232 cable...

Page 31: ...he Screws 2 Install the D rings Make sure the D rings are tightly secured before installing the handstrap Installing the D rings 3 Connect the handstrap on the D rings When the handstrap is installed...

Page 32: ...Operation Removing the Handstrap 1 Unlock the handstrap from the D rings Removing the Handstrap 2 Remove the D rings Removing the D rings 3 Secure the bumper and the PA501 with screws Securing the Scr...

Page 33: ...ing Handle 1 Attach the clips to the D rings Removing the Carrying Handle 1 Press in the clips to release them from the D rings 2 Remove the clips Removing the Carrying Handle Connecting the Shoulder...

Page 34: ...ernal battery is an optional component Only use components specifically designed for this device Contact your local representative for ordering information Make sure the power switch is switched to ON...

Page 35: ...ce until an audible click is heard Installing the Battery 6 Slide the locking switch on the top left side to lock the battery Locking the Battery Make sure the latch is securely locked to prevent the...

Page 36: ...ngle the left side up to remove Removing the Battery Checking Battery Status You can check battery status without turning on PA501 When PA501 is off press Barcode trigger key and the LED indicators wi...

Page 37: ...harms bar tap Settings to open the Settings menu 4 In Settings tap the Network icon to display the Networks connection settings 5 The Wi Fi menu displays By default the Wi Fi menu is set to Off Tap th...

Page 38: ...ng sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertip It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for extended periods Doing so may result in afterimages scr...

Page 39: ...delete the selected file Swiping Swipe upwards downwards to the left or to the right Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart or pinch on the screen Input insert select or copy texts The keybo...

Page 40: ...Apps and Settings 30 1 Tap DashON App Detail see Chapter 5 RuggON DashON Utility 2 Tap Settings to view and configure all of the system settings...

Page 41: ...DashON Utility 31 53 Select About tablet to view the tablet information Shows the system specifications...

Page 42: ...Apps and Settings 30 Check the storage status Select Storage to view the storage information Shows the status of Storage...

Page 43: ...DashON Utility 31 55 Check the system languages Select System to view and configure system settings While entry System can tap Advanced to do more settings Select Languages Input...

Page 44: ...Apps and Settings 30 Select Languages to configure the language settings English United Status is the default Tap add a language to choose and change languages...

Page 45: ...DashON Utility 31 57 After adding a language please long pressing the bar and move it to the 1 position Check the date and time Select Date time...

Page 46: ...Make sure the Date time is correct Setting the Network Internet and connected devices Check the Network Internet Tap Settings and select Network Internet While entry Network Internet can tap Advanced...

Page 47: ...DashON Utility 31 59 1 Turn on and select Wi Fi Select the name of your network and Key in your password...

Page 48: ...work to check Networking settings Make sure the SIM 1 card or SIM 2 card to be plugged in Hot swappable SIM 1 card design Support Dual SIM Dual Standby DSDS for Data only Shows SIM 1 card information...

Page 49: ...DashON Utility 31 61 Tap card 2 to show SIM 2 card information Can tap Advanced to see more information Go back to the Mobile network and select SIM cards to decide which carrier you prefer...

Page 50: ...Apps and Settings 30 3 Select Ethernet to check Ethernet settings Make sure RJ45 cable is plugged in Turn on Ethernet to check Ethernet settings...

Page 51: ...Hotspot tethering Select Hotspot tethering to configure the device settings Wi Fi hotspot only supports 2 4GHz Connection of a mobile device with other devices can be done over wireless LAN Wi Fi over...

Page 52: ...Apps and Settings 30 Connected devices Select Connected devices to configure the device settings Select Pair new device to search the device Should turn on wireless function...

Page 53: ...DashON Utility 31 65 Choose one of the available device names Select Connection preferences to choose which devices you prefer to connect like Bluetooth Barcode scanner or NFC etc...

Page 54: ...30 When 2D barcode is integrated in the system and after turned on the function there are three modes can be selected OCR is an optional feature Apps notifications Select Apps notifications to config...

Page 55: ...DashON Utility 31 67 View all apps and can set Disable or Force stop of them Can tap Advanced to do more settings Display Select Display to configure display settings...

Page 56: ...ps and Settings 30 Can adjust the configuration of Night light Brightness Wallpaper Sleep mode Auto rotate Font size Display size etc Sound Select Sound to configure volume settings for audio broadcas...

Page 57: ...DashON Utility 31 69 Can set the configuration of Media volume Call volume Alarm volume Notification volume etc...

Page 58: ...ambient light sensor and the function buttons will be malfunction Available functions are dependent on tablet model and operating system DashON Overview Function Description EXIT Minimize DashON and r...

Page 59: ...xternal Battery Shows health status of the external battery The icon depends on your tablet SOH Backup Battery Shows health status of the backup battery The icon depends on your tablet Button Lock Loc...

Page 60: ...mbination with the Fn key the function buttons can trigger more commands Fn key depends on your tablet Barcode trigger button is not allowed for programming if 2D barcode reader is installed Button Se...

Page 61: ...y enabling the Fn button This allows the creation of a second set of short cuts available by pressing Fn Function Button Tap Default to restore each programmable button to the factory settings Button...

Page 62: ...begin operation Touch Setting Provide finger mode glove mode and Stylus mode to be selected Touch Setting Menu Button Lock The Button Lock function disables or enables the use of the physical buttons...

Page 63: ...lock Touch Lock The Touch Lock function disables the touch functionality on the screen Tap to enable the function Button lock Ignition Monitor Ignition Monitor only works after the device is connected...

Page 64: ...nition Monitor Pass through Switch This function is only available on the models with pass through connector This function is only available when tablet is well connected to vehicle docking VD06 VD10...

Page 65: ...77 Passthrough Switch The external antenna can be selected two from WWAN Wi Fi or GPS Pass through Switch Menu Ext 1 Wi Fi and GPS are exclude Ext 2 Wi Fi and WWAN are exclude Ext 1 Wi Fi and Ext 2 W...

Page 66: ...GPS antenna At this time do not tap OK See a possible solution as follows Remove and re connect the external antenna If a connection is established the error no longer displays Remove the current ext...

Page 67: ...t data Your computer now shows you are not connected to the network A Move closer to an access point or to a different location to reestablish communications until you reconnect with the network Q The...

Page 68: ...omputer appears to be locked up and you cannot enter data A Restart the computer Call Product Support Simple instructions please contact the dealer contact ruggon representative or leave a message vis...

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Page 70: ...amage the surface Use a high pressure cleaner the additional risk of water entering the PA501 maydamage the electronics or touch screen Touch Screen Use neutral detergent or isopropyl alcohol on a cle...

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