archer 3 owner’s manual
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Contents 1 Getting Started The Anatomy of the Archer 3 Perform Initial Tasks 2 Standard Features 2 3 LED Activity Indicators SD Cards Connector I/O Module Audio Features Creating a Partnership Suspend, Reset, Power Off, and Restore Defaults A Storage, Maintenance and Recycling 12 12 13 14 14 15 Storing the Archer 3 and Battery Pack Protecting the Touchscreen Cleaning the Archer 3 Recycling the Archer 3 and Batteries B Warranty and Repair Information 20 21 21 22 Limited Product Warranty Extended Wa
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1 Getting Started
Getting Started The Archer 3 Rugged Handheld™ powered by Android™ features Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and a numeric keypad. Standard accessories include a lithium-ion battery pack, AC wall charger, USB micro client sync cable, hand strap, and a capacitive blunt tip stylus and tether. A camera, GPS/GNSS, and barcode scanner are options.
Battery Compartment and Card Slots 1 1 Battery Door, Screws, Hand Strap (door removed) 2 Battery Pack 2 3 SD/SDHC Card Slot, Micro 4 Battery Compartment 3 4 Connector Module and Barcode Reader 6 1 2 1 Connector Module 2 USB Client, Micro 3 Microphone/Speaker Jack 3 4 5 4 USB Host, Full Size 5 9-pin Serial Port 6 12-24V DC Jack 7 Barcode Window (option) 7 Perform Initial Tasks When you receive your Archer 3, perform the tasks outlined in this section before first use.
PDF format. A wealth of other user information is also posted there. Go to: http://www.junipersys.com. Apply a Screen Protector (Optional) The touchscreen is extremely scratch resistant, so a screen protector is not included with the Archer 3. If you decide to apply one, refer to the installation instructions included with your screen protector for specific details. Install the Battery Pack and SD Card (Optional) The Archer 3 uses a rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack.
3. Place the Li-Ion battery pack in the compartment. Make sure the symbols on the battery pack label align with the symbols inside the compartment. Line the symbols up on the case and the battery pack as shown 4. Replace the door and tighten the screws. 5. Plug the AC wall power charger that came with the Archer 3 into a wall socket. Plug the other end into the DC power jack on the Archer 3. The red LED on the keypad blinks when the battery pack is charging.
1. Pull the free tether loop through the tether ring on the hand strap. Insert the stylus with the attached tether through this loop and tighten the loop. 2. Place the stylus into the holder on the hand strap. Turn the Archer 3 on To turn the Archer 3 on, press and release the power key. The handheld powers on and begins the startup process. This takes several seconds. When it is complete, the Lock screen is shown. Swipe up on this screen to unlock it. The primary Home screen is shown.
2 Standard Features
Standard Features This chapter discusses the standard features included on all Acher 3 models. Operating System This Archer 3 is powered by the Android operating system. If you need additional information about Android, there is a wealth of information on the internet. Home Screen The Home screen consists of the following elements: Status Bar and Icons Web Link for Downloading Apps Favorites Tray Navigation Bar Power Off or Restart Press and briefly hold the power button.
shown underneath the drawer. Swipe down twice from the drawer and the Quick Settings tray is shown which lets you to adjust some settings (screen brightness) and toggle certain apps on and off (Bluetooth). Swipe left to see more options. To close it, swipe the tray up. Operating System Languages The Android operating system is available in multiple languages. Select Settings > Languages & input > Language to view the options and make a selection.
Touchscreen Touch Control Setting To adjust the Touchscreen Control setting, go to Settings > Touch Control. Select the profile you want the screen optimized for: Finger, Stylus, or Wet. As the new profile loads, a progress bar is shown. You can try different profiles to see which one works best for the conditions the Archer 3 is being used in. Note: When using the Archer 3 in wet conditions, you must use your finger or the blunt tipped stylus that is included. A hard-tipped stylus will not work.
! CAUTION: The Archer 3 is not sealed against water and dust when the battery door is not installed properly. ! CAUTION: Power-off the Archer 3 before removing the battery. If you remove the battery without powering-off the handheld, you may damage the handheld and/or lose data. Battery Life Battery life on a full charge is generally up to 20 hours. This can vary depending on the applications used, backlight usage, and radio usage.
LED Activity Indicators LED activity indicators are located on the keypad underneath the power button. Red LED on the right (associated with power adapter): Blinking: AC adapter is plugged in, and the battery is charging Solid: AC adapter is plugged in, and the battery is full (not charging) Green LED on the left (associated with notifications): When the operating system has something to notify you of, this LED behaves accordingly.
4. An image on the battery compartment label shows the correct location and orientation for the SD card (slot on the right). Push the card into the slot to insert it. To remove the SD card, pull it out. 5. Replace the battery pack, and attach the battery door. 6. Power up the handheld. Connector I/O Module The Archer 3 connector I/O module has the following jacks and connectors: 5 1 2 1. 3 4 USB client, micro B 2. Audio jack: 3.5mm; supports speaker, microphone or stereo output (pin detect) 3.
Audio Features The Archer 3 has the following audio features: Speaker - The speaker sound is loud and clear. Listen to audio notes, video sound, and music files. Microphone - Use the microphone to record audio notes or add sound to a video when using the camera. Audio Jack - The audio jack supports a stereo headset or headset/microphone combination with 3.5mm connections.
Wi-Fi Wireless Networking The Acher 3 has built-in Wi-Fi wireless networking to connect to the internet or an office network. Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network To use Wi-Fi, you need to be in range of a Wi-Fi access point to make a connection. To set up Wi-Fi, follow these steps: 1. Go to Settings > Wi-Fi and tap Off in the upper left hand corner to toggle it on. You can also pull down the Quick Settings Tray and tap the Wi-Fi symbol to turn it on. Tap the word Wi-Fi underneath the symbol.
Suspending and Resuming the Archer 3 We recommend suspending your handheld if you plan to turn it off for less than two weeks. While it is suspended, you should attach it to a wall charger when it is not in use. Suspending the handheld is different from powering it off. When the device is suspended it goes into a very low power mode. Some battery power is used during suspend. 1. Press and release the power button . The backlight shuts off.
! CAUTION: Be aware that when the Archer 3 is powered off, it closes all programs and powers down all system components except for the real-time clock. Unlike suspend mode, the device resets when it is powered on again. Any unsaved data is lost. 1. Save open files, and close any running programs. 2. If you are using external power, unplug it. 3. Press and hold the power button Button menu appears. until the Power 4. Tap Power Off. A warning dialog appears. Tap OK.
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A Storage, Maintenance and Recycling
Storage, Maintenance, and Recycling Follow the instructions in this chapter to properly maintain and recycle the Archer 3. Storing the Archer 3 and Battery Pack When the handheld is not being charged and is suspended, it draws a small amount of power. This power draw is used to maintain the memory (RAM) of the handheld in the same state it was when it was suspended. We recommend charging the handheld each night or weekend when it is in suspend mode.
Protecting the Touchscreen Protect the touchscreen from impact, pressure, or abrasive substances that could damage it. To further protect the touchscreen, apply a screen protector (optional accessory). To apply a screen protector, follow the directions that come with it in the package. ! CAUTION: Be sure to replace the screen protector as often as the screen protector instructions recommend. Cleaning the Archer 3 Touchscreen 1.
Safe Cleaners to Use You can clean the Archer 3 safely with the following cleaners: Windex ® (S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc.) Formula 409 ® (Clorox) Citrus Wonder Cleaner (Mer-Maids) Citrus All Purpose Cleaner (Wonder Tablitz) Orange Clean ® (Orange Glo International) Fantastik ® OxyPower ® (S.C. Johnson @ Son, Inc.) ! Greased Lightening ® Multi-Purpose Cleaner and Degreaser Oil Eater Orange Cleaner Citrus Degreaser (Kafko Intl., Ltd.
B Warranty and Repair Information
Limited Product Warranty Juniper Systems, Inc. (“JS”) warrants that the Archer 3 Rugged Handheld shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship, under normal intended use, for a period of 24 months from the date of shipment.
or implied, including, without limitation, any warranty as to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, noninfringement or any warranties arising from the course of performance, dealing, or usage of trade. JS specifically makes no warranties as to the suitability of its products for any particular application.
Warranty Repairs To obtain warranty repair or service on the Archer 3, submit a repair order on our website at http://www.junipersys.com/ Juniper-Systems/support/Repairs or contact an authorized repair center within the applicable warranty period. Products returned for repair or service without proper authorization may acquire an additional handling fee and/ or delay in the repair. The customer is responsible to prepay all shipping costs when sending equipment to a repair center.
Warranty Information Warranty information for the Archer 3 Rugged Handheld is located on our website at http://www.junipersys.com/ Juniper-Systems/support/Warranty. You can evaluate and order warranty extensions, check warranty status, and view warranty terms and conditions. ! Repairing the Archer 3 CAUTION: Do not attempt to repair the Archer 3 yourself. This action voids the warranty. Information about repairs, upgrades, and evaluations is located on our website at http://www.junipersys.
System Information for your Archer 3 When you contact a repair center, you need some unique system ID information for your Archer 3 (serial number, model number, etc.). Go to Settings > About this device. Information about software, hardware, the battery, the network and radio, regulatory information, and legal information can be viewed.
C Warnings and Regulatory Information
Product Warnings Follow the warnings in this chapter to use the AR3 (Archer 3) and accessories safely. ! Battery Warnings WARNING! This device is for professional use only. This device comes with a lithium ion rechargeable battery pack. To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or expose the battery pack to fire. Do not disassemble, open, crush, bend, deform, puncture, or shred.
! CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. ! Wall Charger Warnings WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, electrical shock, fire or damage to the equipment: Plug the wall charger into an electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times. Do not place anything on the wall charger cord or any of the other cables. Arrange them so that no one may accidentally step on or trip over them.
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity The Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking is available at: http://www.junipersys.com/doc. Class I and LED Product (Barcode Scanner) CLASSIFIED EN/IEC 60825-1 2007 & AS/NZS 2211.1:2004” Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 & 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50 dated June 24, 2007. ! CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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D Specifications
Archer 3 Rugged Handheld Specifications FEATURE Operating System SPECIFICATION Android™ 7 AOSP by Google English, French, German, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese (see complete list in Settings) Processor 1.2 GHz ARM Cortex A9 i.MX6 Memory 2 GB RAM 16 GB Flash storage Micro SD/SDXC slot, user accessible Primary Data Storage Micro SD/SDXC Card Slot Physical Features Display Touchscreen Dimensions, standard: 3.
FEATURE SPECIFICATION Keyboard Batteries Connector I/O Module Wireless Connectivity Audio LED Activity Indicators Numeric keypad Modifier function Programmable keys and LEDs Backlight On-screen keyboard option Rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack, 3.6VDC 12000mAh, 43.
FEATURE Temperature Specifications SPECIFICATION Shock Resistance Environmental Ratings and Standards Warranties Operating Temperature: –22° to 140° F (–30° to 60° C). Note: Bluetooth® wireless technology is rated to –4° to 122° F (–20° to 50° C). Storage Temperature: –22° to 158° F (–30° to 70° C) Battery Charging Temperature: 32° to 122° F (0° to 50° C) Max use temperature for switching the power supply is 104° F (40° C) Withstands multiple 5 foot (1.
FEATURE Software Included SPECIFICATION Barcode Connector (Barcode models) Calculator Calendar Camera Clock Contacts Downloads Email Files Gallery Geode Connect (Geo models) Music Opera Search Settings Sound Recorder Note: Software on individual units may vary from this list.
FEATURE GPS/GNSS (Geo models) SPECIFICATION High-sensitivity GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, SBAS receiver 2 to 5 meter typical accuracy Post processing capability for enhanced accuracy beyond 2 to 5 meters, BINR protocol Enhanced performance under heavy canopy Integrated real-time SBAS capability, support for WAAS, MSAS, EGNOS File format NMEA-0183 version 4.
FEATURE Barcode Scanner (Geo model option) SPECIFICATION Certifications and Standards Imager and Decoder: Motorola/ Symbol SE4500 imager and PL3307C 400MHz decoder Sensor Resolution: 752 X 480 Field of View: Horizontal 40°, vertical 25° Reading Angles: Skew & pitch ±60°, roll 360° Read Range: 1” to 24” depending on code type, size, and density Symbologies: All common 1D, 2D (PDF417, MicroPDF417, Composite, RSS, TLC-39, Data matrix, QR
FEATURE Standard Accessories SPECIFICATION Optional Accessories Li-Ion battery Hand strap USB micro client sync cable AC wall charger with international plug kit - Input: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 0.5A - Output: 12VDC, 1.
Index
Index A Anatomy of the Rugged Handheld 2 Audio Features 14 Audio Jack 14 Microphone 14 Speaker 14 B Battery Pack 4, 10 Specifications 37 Storage 20 Warnings 30 Bluetooth Wireless Communication 14 C Care and Maintenance 20 Cleaning 21 Storage 20 Cautions 4, 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, 27, 31 Certifications and Standards 31 Cleaning 21 Connector Module 13 Cleaning 21 D Declaration of Conformity 33 Display 10 Backlight 10 Settings 9 E Equipment Warnings 31 F Features Standard 8 46 Archer 3 Rugged Han
H Home Screen 8 L Limitation of Liability 25 M Microphone 13, 14, 37 N Notifications 8 O Operating System 36 P Power Management 10 Battery Life 11 Battery Pack 10 Charging Battery Packs 11 Power Off 16 Product Warnings 30 Q Quick Settings 8 R Recycling the Rugged Handheld and Batteries 22 Repairing 27 System Information 28 Reset 16 Restore 17 Resume 16 RS-232C Port 13, 37 S Screen Protector 4 SD Cards 12 Speaker 37 Specifications 36–43 Index 47
Status Bar 8 Storing the Rugged Handheld and Battery Pack 20 Suspend 16 System Information 27, 28 T Temperature Specifications 38 Touchscreen 9–11 Protecting the Touchscreen 21 Settings 9 Specifications 36 Touch Control Setting 10 U Updates, Operating System and Documentation 9 USB Client 13, 41 USB Host 13 W Warnings 30, 31 Warranty 24–27 Exclusions 24 Extended Warranties 26 Limitation of Liability 25 Remedy 25 Repairs 26 Services 26 Warranty Exclusions 24 Warranty Repairs 26 48 Archer 3 Rugged Handhel
