C90 User Manual

Introduction

This document is the user manual for the CHAINWAY C90 rugged handheld computer. It provides detailed information on the device's features, installation, operation, and specifications.

The CHAINWAY C90 is a newly-developed rugged handheld computer featuring powerful performance, built with Android™ 10 OS and a Qualcomm high-performance processor. It is designed for a wide spectrum of industries, including logistics, warehousing, retail, and asset tracking, to improve operation and management levels.

Device Overview: The C90 features a large touchscreen display, integrated barcode scanning capabilities, robust WiFi performance, NFC functionality, and front and rear cameras. Its durable design makes it suitable for demanding environments.

Laser Warning: The device may incorporate a laser scanner. Please observe the following warning: Class Laser 430-600mm. DO NOT STARE DIRECTLY AT THE LASER BEAM. ⚠️

[Image description: The C90 device is shown from multiple angles: front, back, and side, highlighting its rugged design and components.]

Statement and Copyright

Copyright © 2013 by ShenZhen Chainway Information Technology Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form, or by any electrical or mechanical means, without written permission from Chainway. This includes electronic or mechanical means, such as photocopying, recording, or information storage and retrieval systems.

The material in this manual is subject to change without notice. The software is provided strictly on an "as is" basis. All software, including firmware, furnished to the user is on a licensed basis. Chainway grants to the user a non-transferable and non-exclusive license to use each software or firmware program delivered hereunder (licensed program). Except as noted below, such license may not be assigned, sublicensed, or otherwise transferred by the user without prior written consent of Chainway.

No right to copy a licensed program in whole or in part is granted, except as permitted under copyright law. The user shall not modify, merge, or incorporate any form or portion of a licensed program with other program material, create a derivative work from a licensed program, or use a licensed program in a network without written permission from Chainway.

Chainway reserves the right to make changes to any software or product to improve reliability, function, or design. Chainway does not assume any product liability arising out of, or in connection with, the application or use of any product, circuit, or application described herein. No license is granted, either expressly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise under any Chainway intellectual property rights. An implied license only exists for equipment, circuits, and subsystems contained in Chainway products.

Chapter 1: Brief Instruction

1.1 Brief Instruction

The CHAINWAY C90 is our newly-developed rugged handheld computer that exhibits extremely powerful performance. Built with Android™ 10 OS and Qualcomm high-performance processor, it features vigorous system configuration. With rich functionality features like barcode scanning, sturdy WiFi performance, NFC, front and rear cameras, it possesses the best price versus performance ratio. All these make C90 immensely perfect to be implemented in a wide spectrum of industries, including logistics, warehousing, retail, asset tracking etc., and assisting customers to improve operation and management levels significantly.

1.2 Precaution Before Using Battery

• Do not leave batteries unused for extended periods of time, either in the product or in storage. When the battery has been unused for 6 months, check the charge status and charge or dispose of the battery as appropriate.
• The typical estimated life of a Lithium-Ion battery is about two to three years or 300 to 500 charge cycles, whichever occurs first. One charge cycle is a period of use from fully charged, to fully discharged, and fully recharged again. Use a two to three year life expectancy for batteries that do not run through complete charge cycles.
• Rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries have a limited life and will gradually lose their capacity to hold a charge. This loss of capacity (aging) is irreversible. As the battery loses capacity, the length of time it will power the product (run time) decreases.
• Lithium-Ion batteries continue to slowly discharge (self-discharge) when not in use or while in storage. Routinely check the battery's charge status. The user manual typically includes information on how to check battery status, as well as battery charging instructions.
• Observe and note the run time that a new fully-charged battery provides for powering your product. Use the new battery run time as a basis to compare run times for older batteries. The run time of your battery will vary depending on the product's configuration and the applications that you run.
• Routinely check the battery's charge status.
• Carefully monitor batteries that are approaching the end of their estimated life.
• Consider replacing the battery with a new one if you note either of the following conditions:
  • The battery run time drops below about 80% of the original run time.
  • The battery charge time increases significantly.
• If a battery is stored or otherwise unused for an extended period, be sure to follow the storage instructions in this document. If you do not follow the instructions, and the battery has no charge remaining when you check it, consider it to be damaged. Do not attempt to recharge it or to use it. Replace it with a new battery.
• Always follow the charging instructions provided with your product. Refer to your product's user manual and/or online help for detailed information about charging its battery.
• Charge or discharge the battery to approximately 50% of capacity before storage.
• Charge the battery to approximately 50% of capacity at least once every six months.
• Remove the battery and store it separately from the product.
• Store the battery at temperatures between 5 °C and 20 °C (41 °F and 68 °F).

Chapter 2: Installation Guide

2.1 Appearance

The C90 device is a rugged handheld computer with a large touchscreen display on the front. The back features a textured grip pattern and the CHAINWAY logo. The side view shows various buttons and ports. A laser warning label is present on the rear.

[Image description: Front view shows a large, dark screen with blue trim. Rear view shows a carbon fiber-like texture, camera lenses, flash, and branding. Side view shows buttons and ports.]

2.2 Buttons

2.3 Micro SD, SIM Card Installation

Users need to install a TF card (microSD) and a SIM card according to the slots provided in the card tray. The tray is then inserted into the device's SIM/TF slot.

[Image description: A dual-SIM/microSD card tray with labeled slots for SIM and TF/microSD cards. A side view of the device highlights the location for the card tray insertion.]

2.4 Battery Charging

Use the provided adapter to charge the battery. Do not use other brands of chargers for the device.

2.5 Device Power on/off

Press the 'Power' button on the side for approximately 3 seconds to turn the device on or off. A short press of the power button will wake the device from sleep mode.

[Image description: Side view of the device highlighting the power button.]

Chapter 3: Call Function

3.1 Phone

To make a call:

• Click the phone icon ? to open the dialer.
• Click the number buttons to input the desired phone number.
• Click the call button ? to confirm and dial.
• Click the end call button ☎️ to end the current call.

[Image description: Screenshots show the phone dialer interface with a number pad and a call screen.]

3.2 Contacts

Click 'Contacts' to open the contacts list. Click the ➕ icon to add a new contact.

[Image description: Screenshot of the contacts application, showing an empty list and an option to add a new contact.]

3.3 Messaging

To send a message:

• Click the message icon ? to open the message list.
• Click the 'Start chat' button ✉️ to compose a new message.
• Type your text message content.
• Click the ?️ icon to add photos or videos to the message.

[Image description: Screenshots show the messaging application interface, including message composition and the on-screen keyboard.]

Chapter 4: Barcode Reader

To use the barcode reader:

1. Open the 'Barcode2D Demo' application from the App Center.
2. Press the 'Scan' button ? to start scanning.

Note: Please scan the barcode correctly; otherwise, the scanning might fail.

[Diagram description: Visual guide showing correct and incorrect methods for scanning 1D barcodes and 2D QR codes. Correct scans are aligned properly, while incorrect scans are angled or obstructed.]

[Image description: Screenshots of the AppCenter and Barcode2D Demo applications.]

Chapter 5: RFID Reader (optional)

5.1 NFC

Open the "NFC" demo within the Appcenter. This application allows for reading and writing information to NFC tags. ?

[Image description: Screenshot of the NFC application interface, showing options for READER, WRITER, and READER BLOCK.]

Chapter 6: Other Functions

6.1 PING

To perform a PING test:

1. Open the 'Ping' application in the Appcenter.
2. Set the PING parameters (e.g., PING Count, Timeout) and select the internal/external IP addresses to test connectivity.

[Image description: Screenshots of the Ping Tool application showing network addresses, parameters, and results.]

6.2 Bluetooth

To use Bluetooth functionality:

1. Open the 'Bluetooth' demo in the Appcenter and ensure Bluetooth is turned on ?.
2. Input the content or select a file to be sent. Scan for nearby Bluetooth printers.
3. Pair the device with the desired Bluetooth printer.
4. Select the printer and click 'Print' ?️ to send the content for printing.

[Image description: Screenshots show the Bluetooth pairing process, including permission requests and lists of available devices and paired printers.]

6.3 GPS

To use the GPS module:

1. Open the 'GPS' demo in the Appcenter and turn on the GPS module ?.
2. Set the GPS parameters and acquire GPS data information.

[Image description: Screenshots show the GPS status and a prompt asking to enable GPS.]

6.4 Volume Settings

To adjust volume levels:

1. Open the 'Volume Setting' demo in the Appcenter ?.
2. Set the volumes for different system functions (System, Alarm, Voice Call, Music, Notification, Ring) based on your requirements.

[Image description: Screenshot of the Volume Settings application showing sliders for various audio channels.]

6.5 Sensor

To test sensors:

1. Open the 'Sensor' demo in the Appcenter.
2. Test the device's sensors (e.g., Light, P-Sensor, Gyroscope, Compass, Accelerometer) based on the requirements.

[Image description: Screenshot of the Sensor application displaying values for Light Sensor, Gyroscope, Compass, and Accelerometer. A compass rose is shown.]

6.6 Keyboard

To test the keyboard functionality:

1. Open the 'Keyboard' demo in the Appcenter ⌨️.
2. Set and test the key values of the device.

[Image description: Screenshot of the Keyboard application interface, showing input fields.]

6.7 Network

To test network connectivity:

1. Open the 'Network' demo in the Appcenter ?.
2. Test the WIFI ? and Mobile ? signal strength and connectivity based on your requirements.

[Image description: Screenshots of the Network application showing Wi-Fi scan results, connection status, and signal strength indicators.]

Chapter 7: Device Specifications

Physical Parameters

Performance Parameters

Interface & Storage

Environmental Parameters

Wireless Communication

Data Collection

Developing Environment

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