ET6x Rugged Enterprise Tablet

Quick Start Guide

Document Number: MN-004748-01EN Rev A

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Date: 2023/05/23

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Features

This section lists the features of the ET6x tablet.

Figure 1: ET6x Front View

A diagram illustrating the front of the ET6x tablet with numbered callouts:

Number	Item	Description
1	Front microphone	Use for voice communications or audio recordings.
2	Front camera	Use for video conferencing.
3	Light sensor	Determines ambient light for controlling display backlight intensity.
4	Access door	Secure door for accessing USB ports (two USB-A and one USB-C).
5	Touch screen	Displays all information needed to operate the device.
6	Pass-through antenna	Use to connect to an external antenna.
7	Speakers	Provides audio output.
8	Charging indicator	Indicates power state and battery charging status while charging and application-generated notifications.
9	Shoulder strap mount slots	Provides mounting of shoulder straps clips.
10	Power button	Turns the display on and off. Press and release to power on the device. Press and hold to reset the device or power it off.
11	Volume up button	Increases the audio volume.
12	Volume down button	Decreases the audio volume.
13	Keyboard interface connector	Provides power and communication with the keyboard.
14	P3 button	Programmable button.
15	Keyboard alignment slot	Assists in aligning the tablet with the keyboard.
16	P2 button	Programmable button.
17	P1 button	Programmable button.

Figure 2: USB Ports

A diagram showing the side of the ET6x tablet with numbered callouts for USB ports:

Number	Item	Description
1	USB-A port	Provides communication with accessories such as scanners.
2	USB-C port	Provides communication with a host computer and charging using the USB-A to AC Adapter.

Figure 3: ET6x Back View

A diagram illustrating the back of the ET6x tablet with numbered callouts:

Number	Item	Description
1	NFC antenna	Use to read NFC cards.
2	Stylus mount	Provides mounting for a stylus tether.
3	Accessory mount point locations	Indicates mounting location points on polymer film for accessory captive screws. ? NOTE: Do not remove the polymer film.
4	Scanner exit window	Provides data capture using the imager.
5	Rear camera	Autofocus camera that takes photos.
6	Front camera privacy cover switch	Use to cover the front camera when not in use.
7	Rear camera LED flash	Provides illumination for the camera.
8	Rear microphones	Use for audio recordings.
9	Communication expansion port	For Ethernet and serial communication through the expansion adapter.
10	Stylus mount	Provides mounting for a stylus tether.
11	Scan button	Initiates barcode data capture when a scan-enabled application is active.
12	Dock alignment slot	Assists in aligning the tablet with the dock.
13	Dock locking mechanism	Secures the tablet in a dock.
14	Battery release latches	Release the battery.
15	Battery	Provides power to the tablet.

Setting Up the Device

To start using the device for the first time:

Install a nano SIM card (optional for ET65 only).
Install a microSD card.
Install the battery.
Charge the device.

Installing the nano SIM Card

This section provides steps to install a nano SIM card.

? NOTE: Only use a nano SIM card.

⚠️ CAUTION: For proper electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions to avoid damaging the SIM card. Proper ESD precautions include but are not limited to, working on an ESD mat and ensuring that the user is properly grounded.

Step 1: Slide the battery release latches toward the sides of the tablet. The battery ejects slightly.

Step 2: Lift the battery out of the tablet.

Step 3: Remove the access door.

Step 4: Slide the SIM card holder to the unlock position.

Step 5: Lift the SIM card holder door.

Step 6: Place the nano SIM card into the card holder with contacts facing down.

Step 7: Close the SIM card holder door.

Step 8: Slide the SIM card holder door to the lock position.

Step 9: Replace the access door.

Installing the microSD Card

The microSD card slot provides secondary non-volatile storage. The slot is located under the battery. Refer to the documentation provided with the card for more information, and follow the manufacturer's recommendations for use.

⚠️ CAUTION: Follow proper electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions to avoid damaging the microSD card. Proper ESD precautions include but are not limited to, working on an ESD mat and ensuring that the operator is properly grounded.

Step 1: Slide the battery release latches toward the sides of the tablet. The battery ejects slightly.

Step 2: Lift the battery out of the tablet.

Step 3: Remove the access door.

Step 4: Slide the microSD card holder to the unlock position.

Step 5: Lift the microSD card holder.

Step 6: Insert the microSD card into the card holder door, ensuring that the card slides into the holding tabs on each side of the door.

Step 7: Close the microSD card holder and lock it into position.

? NOTE: To ensure proper device sealing, the access door must be replaced and securely seated.

Step 8: Replace the access door.

Installing the Battery

This section describes how to install the battery into the tablet.

? NOTE: User modification of the device, particularly in the battery well, such as labels, asset tags, engravings, stickers, etc., may compromise the intended performance of the device or accessories. Performance levels such as sealing (Ingress Protection (IP)), impact performance (drop and tumble), functionality, temperature resistance, etc. could be affected. DO NOT put any labels, asset tags, engravings, stickers, etc. in the battery well.

Step 1: Insert the battery, bottom first, into the battery compartment at the back of the device.

Step 2: Press the battery down into the compartment until the release latches snap into place.

Device Charging

Before using the tablet for the first time, connect it to an external power source.

Keep the tablet connected to the external power source until fully charged. The Charging Indicator LED turns green when the tablet is fully charged. You may use the tablet while it is charging.

To charge the main battery, connect the charging accessory to the appropriate power source.

Insert the device into the dock or attach the USB charger. The device turns on and begins charging. The Charging/Notification LED blinks amber while charging, then turns solid green when fully charged.

The battery charges from fully depleted to 90% in approximately 3.5 hours and from fully depleted to 100% in approximately 4.5 hours. In many cases, the 90% charge provides plenty of charge for daily use. A full 100% charge lasts for approximately 14 hours of use. To achieve the best charging results, use only Zebra charging accessories and batteries. Charge batteries at room temperature with the device in sleep mode.

Charging Accessories

Use one of the following accessories to charge the tablet.

Accessory	Part Number	Description
Vehicle Dock	CRD-ET6X-VEHDK-CON-01	Provides tablet charging only. Requires power supply (PWR-BGA15V45W-UC2-WW) with country-specific AC line cord.
USB-C to AC Adapter	PWR-BGA15V45W-UC2-WW	Provides tablet charging only. Requires country-specific AC line cord.

Charging Indicators

Charge the tablet's battery before using the tablet.

LED	Indication
Off	The device is not in the cradle, not seated properly, or the cradle is not powered.
Slow blinking orange (1 blink every 4 seconds)	The device is charging.
Slow blinking red (1 blink every 4 seconds)	The device is charging, but the battery is at the end of its useful life.
Fast blinking orange (2 blinks/second)	Charging error. Possible charging errors include: Temperature is too low or too high. Charging has gone on too long without completion (typically eight hours).
Fast blinking red (2 blinks/second)	Charging error and the battery is at the end of its useful life. Possible charging errors include: Temperature is too low or too high. Charging has gone on too long without completion (typically eight hours).
Solid Green	Charging complete.
Solid Red	Charging is complete, but the battery is at the end of useful life.

Charging Temperature

Charge batteries in ambient temperatures.

Charge batteries in temperatures from 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F). The device always performs battery charging in a safe and intelligent manner. At higher temperatures (e.g. approximately +37°C (+98°F)), the device may, for small periods of time, alternately enable and disable battery charging to keep the battery at acceptable temperatures. The device indicates when charging is disabled due to abnormal temperatures via its LED.

Vehicle Dock

The vehicle dock provides tablet charging, USB, Ethernet, and HDMI communication.

? NOTE: Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in the ET6x Product Reference Guide.

For detailed information on setting up the Vehicle Dock, see the ET6x Product Reference Guide.

USB-C to AC Adapter

The USB-C to AC Adapter provides power to the tablet.

? NOTE: Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in the ET6x Product Reference Guide.

Using the Camera

Use the front or rear camera to take a photo or record a video.

? NOTE: If using the front camera, move the front camera privacy switch to the open position.

To take a photo or record a video:

Open the Camera application.
Point the rear camera at an object.
Touch the on-screen shutter button to take a photo or record a video.

Scanning

Scanning with the Internal Scanner

Use the internal imager to capture barcode data.

? NOTE: To read a barcode, a scan-enabled app is required. The device contains the DataWedge app that allows the user to enable the scanner to decode barcode data and display the barcode content.

Step 1: Ensure that an app is open on the device, and a text field is in focus (text cursor in the text field).

Step 2: Point the exit window of the device at a barcode.

Step 3: Press and hold the scan button. The aiming dot with illumination turns on to assist in aiming.

Step 4: Ensure the barcode is within the area formed by the aiming pattern. The aiming dot is used for increased visibility in bright lighting conditions. A successful scan is indicated by a decode LED lighting green, a beep sound, and device vibration.

Scanning with Camera

Use the camera to capture barcode data.