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Document No: PD196-377R1
PDI-P14T2S LCD HDTV with Android
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Some apps that will be userful to the administrator are:
App
Description
PDi agent
This is the agent application for the PDi Store™. Administrators will need to sign into this
application to be able to remotely manage this device. For more details see the
documentation related to the PDi Store™
Clone
Allows the administrator to transfer device/institutional settings from one P14T to another
P14T
File Explorer
Provide access to files on the device that are not accessible from the Downloads app and
also allow the administrator to install 3
rd
party apps
Ghost Commander
An enhanced File Explorer app for administrative use that permits transferring of files not only
locally, but also from FTP, SFTP, Windows shares, and productions installed SD Card
Settings
Allows the administrator to modify the setup of the P14T
The service apps (e.g., apps PDi service personnel would use or would direct the administrator to use at their
instruction)
App
Description
aLogcat
Provides access to the Android logcat, which is Android’s logging system for messages from
the apps and services installed on the device. This is a useful app in helping to troubleshoot
problems that may occur with the P14T when used in conjunction with support from PDi
service department personnel
Terminal Emulator
Provides a command line shell for running diagnostic applications and scripts
Installing Android Applications
Android applications (packaged as.apk files) that are compatible with the P14T2S can be installed. Depending on where
the applications are stored, the following are the steps to install the application:
Application Installations ( .apk files) from third party publishers (non PDi store apps)
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Download the .apk from the internet site to your PC
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Connect the Android Service Port to your PC
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Transfer the .apk file to the Android sd card (under Downloads)
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Select or click the File Explorer app
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Select or click the .apk file to install.
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If you get an Install block warning
, select or click on the Settings button then:
1. Press the “ENTER” button or click on the first line to allow installation of unknown applications.
2. Select or click the “OK” button in the warning box that appears.
The box on the right side of the Unknown sources line should be checked.
3. Select or click the “Install” button at the bottom of the screen.
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When the installation is finished select or click the “Open” or “Done” button at the bottom of the screen
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Right click or press the “BACK” button to exit.
Application from the PDI app store
Applications can also be installed from the PDi Store™ at www.pdistore.com.