MC3300x Mobile Computer Product Reference Guide for Android ™ 9.
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Table of Contents Copyright ......................................................................................................................... 2 Terms of Use .................................................................................................................. 2 Revision History .............................................................................................................. 2 About This Guide ...................................................................................
Table of Contents Using the Device ......................................................................................................... 39 Home Screen ................................................................................................................ 39 Setting Home Screen Rotation .............................................................................. 40 Status Bar ..............................................................................................................
Table of Contents Keyboard Configuration ................................................................................................ 55 Enabling Keyboards ........................................................................................ 55 Switching Between Keyboards ....................................................................... 55 Using the Android and Gboard Keyboards ............................................................ 56 Editing Text .........................................
Table of Contents Paging an RS6000 Ring Scanner ......................................................................... Diagnostic Tool ............................................................................................................ Settings ................................................................................................................. Battery Test Information ........................................................................................ GPS Test Information .......
Table of Contents Default Templates ................................................................................................. 99 Sound Recorder ......................................................................................................... 100 Data Capture.............................................................................................................. 101 Integrated Imager ........................................................................................................
Table of Contents Wi-Fi Direct ................................................................................................... 123 WPS Push Button ................................................................................................ 123 WPS Pin Entry .............................................................................................. 123 Bluetooth .....................................................................................................................
Table of Contents 5-Slot Ethernet ShareCradle ....................................................................................... 142 Setup ................................................................................................................... 144 Charging the MC3300x Battery ........................................................................... 144 Battery Charging in the 5-Slot Ethernet ShareCradle ......................................... 144 Daisy-chaining Ethernet ShareCradles ....
Table of Contents MC3300x-R Rubber Boot ............................................................................................ 167 MC3300x-S Rubber Boot ............................................................................................ 169 Rigid Holster ............................................................................................................... 169 MC3300x-G Fabric Holster .........................................................................................
Table of Contents Development Workstation ............................................................................. 201 Target Device ................................................................................................ 201 EMDK for Android ............................................................................................... 201 StageNow ............................................................................................................ 201 ADB USB Setup ....................
Table of Contents Device Cleaning Instructions ...................................................................................... 216 Special Cleaning Notes ....................................................................................... 216 Cleaning Materials Required ............................................................................... 216 Cleaning Frequency ............................................................................................ 216 Cleaning the Device ...........
Table of Contents Introduction ................................................................................................................. 236 MC3300x 29-Key Keypad ........................................................................................... 236 MC3300x 38-Key Keypad ........................................................................................... 239 MC3300x 47-Key Keypad ...........................................................................................
About This Guide Configurations MC3300x used in this guide refers to all configurations, except where noted. MC3300x-G refers to the Trigger configuration. MC3300x-R refers to the Rotate configuration. MC3300x-S refers to the Straight configuration. MC3300x-S45 refers to the 45 degree angle Straight configuration. This guide covers the following configurations: Table 1 Configurations Configuration MC3300x–G Radios WLAN: IEEE® 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Data Capture Options Operating System Display Memory 4.
About This Guide Table 1 Configurations (Continued) Configuration MC3300x–R Camera Radios WLAN: IEEE® 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Data Capture Options Operating System Display Memory 4.0” color 4 GB RAM / 32 GB Flash SE965 1D Color Camera Android-based GMS 9.0 4.0” color 4 GB RAM / 16 GB Flash SE965 1D SE4720 2D Android-based AOSP 9.0 4.0” color 4 GB RAM / 32 GB Flash SE965 SE4770 2D SE4850-ER 2D Android-based GMS 9.0 4.
About This Guide Notational Conventions The following conventions are used in this document: • • • Bold text is used to highlight the following: • Dialog box, window and screen names • Drop-down list and list box names • Check box and radio button names • Icons on a screen • Key names on a keypad • Button names on a screen. Bullets (•) indicate: • Action items • Lists of alternatives • Lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential.
About This Guide 4. Scroll to view the following information: • Model • Android version • Build number. To determine the device serial number, touch About phone > Status.
Getting Started Unpacking 1. Carefully remove all protective material from the device and save the shipping container for later storage and shipping. 2. Verify that the following are included: • Mobile computer • Lithium-ion battery • Regulatory Guide. 3. Inspect the equipment for damage. If any equipment is missing or damaged, contact the Global Customer Support center immediately. 4.
Getting Started MC3300x-G Features Figure 1 MC3300x-G Front View 1 9 8 7 6 2 3 4 5 Table 2 MC3300x-G Features - Front View Number Item Function 1 Display Displays all information needed to operate the device. 2 Charge /Application Notification LED or Scan/Decode Status Indicates the battery charge state while charging, an application notification was received, or the scan/decode status. 3 Trigger Initiates data capture when a scan application is enabled.
Getting Started Table 2 MC3300x-G Features - Front View (Continued) Number Item 7 Power Button Function Press and hold to turn on the device. Press to turn on or off the screen. Press and hold to select one of these options: Power off - Turn off the device. Reboot - Reboot the device when software stops responding. Airplane mode - Disable all wireless connections. Silent mode - All notifications are disabled except for alarms. 8 Keypad Use to enter data and navigate on screen functions.
Getting Started Table 3 MC3300x-G Features - Back View (Continued) Number Item Function 12 Speaker Provides audio output for video and music playback. 13 Scanner Exit Window Provides data capture using the scanner. 14 NFC Antenna Provides communication with other NFC-enabled devices. MC3300x-R Features Figure 3 MC3300x-R Front View 1 2 3 4 9 8 5 7 Table 4 6 MC3300x-R Features - Front View Number Item Function 1 Rotating Turret Rotates for easy scanning positions.
Getting Started Table 4 MC3300x-R Features - Front View (Continued) Number 6 Item Power Button Function Press and hold to turn on the device. Press to turn on or off the screen. Press and hold to select one of these options: Power off - Turn off the device. Reboot - Reboot the device when software stops responding. Airplane mode - Disable all wireless connections. Silent mode - All notifications are disabled except for alarms. 7 Microphone Use for communications in Handset mode.
Getting Started Table 5 MC3300x-R Features - Back View (Continued) Number Item Function 13 Speaker Provides audio output for video and music playback. 14 Scanner Exit Window Provides data capture using the scanner. 15 NFC Antenna Provides communication with other NFC-enabled devices. 16 Camera/Flash Provides illumination for the camera. 17 Hand Strap Use for securely holding the device. Rotating Scan Turret The MC3300x-R features a Rotating Turret with three position stops.
Getting Started MC3300x-S Features Figure 6 MC3300x-S Front View 1 2 3 8 7 4 6 Table 6 5 MC3300x-S Features - Front View Number Item Function 1 Display Displays all information needed to operate the device. 2 Charge /Application Notification LED or Scan/Decode Status Indicates the battery charge state while charging, an application notification was received, or the scan/decode status. 3 Side Key Scan Button Initiates data capture when a scan application is enabled.
Getting Started Table 6 MC3300x-S Features - Front View (Continued) Number Item Function 6 Microphone Use for communications in Handset mode. 7 Keypad Use to enter data and navigate on screen functions. 8 Scan Button Initiates data capture when a scan application is enabled. Figure 7 MC3300x-S Back View 9 16 15 14 10 11 12 13 Table 7 MC3300x-S Features - Back View Number Item Function 9 Battery Provides power for operating the device.
Getting Started Setting Up the Device To start using the device for the first time: • Install a micro secure digital (SD) card (optional) • Install the battery • Charge the device • Power on the device. Installing a microSD Card The microSD card slot provides secondary non-volatile storage. The slot is located under the battery pack. Refer to the documentation provided with the card for more information, and follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for use.
Getting Started 3. Lift the microSD card holder. Figure 10 Lift microSD Card Holder 4. Place the microSD card into the contact area with the contacts facing down. Figure 11 Install microSD Card 5. Close the microSD card holder and slide the microSD card holder to the Lock position. Figure 12 Lock microSD Card Holder 6. Replace the microSD card cover and ensure that it is installed properly.
Getting Started Installing the MC3300x-G Battery The MC3300x-G is compatible with the following batteries: • MC3300x 5200 mAh PowerPrecision+ extended battery. • MC32N0 5200 mAh PowerPrecision extended battery. To install the battery: 1. Loosen the hand strap, if needed. 2. Align the battery into the battery compartment. Figure 14 Inserting the Battery 3. Rotate the bottom of the battery into the battery compartment.
Getting Started 4. Press battery down firmly. Ensure that both battery release buttons on the sides of the MC3300x-G return to the home position. Figure 15 Press Battery Down 5. Tighten the hand strap, if needed. 6. Press the Power button to turn on the device. Installing the MC3300x-R/S Battery The MC3300x-R/S is compatible with the following batteries: • MC3300x 2740 mAh PowerPrecision+ standard battery. • MC3300x 5200 mAh PowerPrecision+ extended battery.
Getting Started 2. Align the top of the battery into the battery compartment. Figure 16 Inserting the Battery 3. Rotate the bottom of the battery into the battery compartment. 4. Press battery down firmly. Ensure that both battery release buttons on the sides of the MC3300x-R/S return to the home position. Figure 17 Press Battery Down 5. Tighten the hand strap, if needed. 6. Press the Power button to turn on the device.
Getting Started The main battery can be charged before insertion into the mobile computer or after it is installed. There are two main batteries for the MC3300x, the 2740 mAh PowerPrecision+ standard battery (1X) and the 5200 mAh PowerPrecision+ extended battery (2X). The MC3300x-G is compatible with the 5200 mAh PowerPrecision+ extended battery. The MC3300x-R/S are compatible with both the 2740 mAh PowerPrecision+ standard battery and the 5200 mAh PowerPrecision+ extended battery.
Getting Started Charging Indicators Table 8 LED Charge Indicators Status Off Indications • The battery is not charging. • The battery is not inserted correctly in the cradle or connected to a power source. • Cradle is not powered. • Battery is charging, but the battery is fully depleted and does not yet have sufficient charge to power the device. Solid Amber • Battery is charging. Solid Green • Battery charging is complete. Fast Blinking Red Charging error, e.g.
Getting Started Charging Spare Batteries See the Accessories section for information on using accessories to charge spare batteries. Hot Swap Mode The device provides a Hot Swap mode where the user can replace the battery without powering off the device. When the user removes the battery, the display turns off and the device enters a low power state while in Hot Swap mode. In Hot Swap mode, the device retains RAM data for approximately 5 minutes.
Getting Started 1. Push in the two Battery Release buttons. The battery ejects slightly. With Hot Swap mode, when the user removes the battery, the display turns off and the device enters a low power state. The MC3300x-G retains RAM data for approximately five minutes. Replace the battery within five minutes to preserve memory persistence.
Getting Started 2. Remove the battery from the battery compartment. Figure 20 Remove Battery 3. Align the battery into the battery compartment.
Getting Started 4. Rotate the bottom of the battery into the battery compartment. 5. Press battery down firmly. Ensure that both battery release buttons on the sides of the MC3300x-G return to the home position. Figure 22 Press Battery Down 6. Press the Power button to turn on the device. Replacing the Battery in the MC3300x-R/S To replace the battery: 1. Push in the two Battery Release buttons. The battery ejects slightly.
Getting Started 2. Remove the battery from the battery compartment. Figure 24 Remove Battery 3. Align the battery into the battery compartment. Figure 25 Inserting the Battery 4. Rotate the bottom of the battery into the battery compartment.
Getting Started 5. Press battery down firmly. Ensure that both battery release buttons on the sides of the MC3300x-R/S return to the home position. Figure 26 Press Battery Down 6. Press the Power button to turn on the device. Real-Time Clock Backup The device provides a Real-time Clock (RTC) backup feature. After boot-up, the device saves the system time in a file in persistent storage. When the device re-boots, it compares the system time to the time saved in a file.
Using the Device Home Screen Turn on the device to display the Home screen. Depending on the configuration, the Home screen may appear different. Contact your system administrator for more information. After a suspend or screen time-out, the Home screen displays with the lock slider. Touch the screen and slide up to unlock. For screen locking information, see Un-Locking the Screen. The Home screen provides additional screens for placement of widgets and shortcuts.
Using the Device Table 9 Home Screen Items Item Description 1 — Status Bar Displays the time, status icons (right side), and notification icons (left side). For more information see Status Bar on page 40 and Managing Notifications on page 42. 2 — Widgets Launches stand-alone applications that run on the Home screen. 3 — Shortcut Icons Opens applications installed on the MC3300x. 4 — Folder Contains apps. 5 — Settings Icon Opens the Settings window. 6 — Back Displays the previous screen.
Using the Device Status Icons Table 10 Status Icons Icon Description Alarm is active. Main battery is fully charged. Main battery is partially drained. Main battery charge is low. Main battery charge is very low. Main battery is charging. All sounds, except media and alarms, are silenced and vibrate mode is active. Do Not Disturb mode active. Airplane Mode is active. All radios are turned off. Bluetooth is on. The device is connected to a Bluetooth device. Connected to a Wi-Fi network.
Using the Device Notification Icons Table 11 Notification Icons Icon Description Main battery is low. More notifications are available for viewing. Data is syncing. Indicates an upcoming event. Non-GMS devices only. Indicates an upcoming event. GMS devices only. Open Wi-Fi network is available. Song is playing. Problem with sign-in or sync has occurred. Device is uploading data. Device is downloading data when animated and download is complete when static.
Using the Device To open the Notification panel, drag the Status bar down from the top of the screen. Figure 28 Notification Panel To respond to a notification, open the Notification panel and then touch a notification. The Notification panel closes and the corresponding app opens. To clear all notifications, open the Notification panel and then touch CLEAR ALL. All event-based notifications are removed. Ongoing notifications remain in the list.
Using the Device • If the Notification panel is open, swipe down from the Quick Settings bar. Figure 29 Quick Access Panel NOTE: Not all icons are pictured. Icons may vary. To change a setting, touch the icon: • Display brightness - Use the slider to decrease or increase the brightness of the screen. • Wi-Fi network - Turn Wi-Fi on or off. To open Wi-Fi settings, touch the Wi-Fi network name. • Bluetooth settings - Turn Bluetooth on or off. To open Bluetooth settings, touch Bluetooth.
Using the Device To check the charge status of the main battery, open Settings and touch System > About phone > Battery Information. IMPORTANT: At temperatures below 0°C, the Battery level may report a reduced value. This is normal due to temperature compensation. Battery present status indicates if the battery is present and Battery level lists the battery charge (as a percentage of fully charged). The battery percentage can also be viewed next to the battery icon in the quick access panel.
Using the Device • Set the screen to turn off after a short period of non-use. • Reduce screen brightness. • Turn off all wireless radios when not in use. • Turn off automatic syncing for Email, Calendar, Contacts, and other apps. • Minimize use of apps that keep the device from suspending, for example, music and video apps.
Using the Device 6. Open the SD card or the Internal storage folder. 7. Copy files to and from the device or delete files as required. Transferring Photos To transfer photos using Photo Transfer Protocol: NOTE: Use Photo Transfer Protocol (PTP) to copy photos from either the microSD card or internal memory to the host com- puter. 1. Connect USB cable to the device or place the device into a USB cradle. See Accessories for setup information. 2.
Settings Accessing Settings Access Settings in any of the following ways: • Swipe down with two fingers from the top of the Home screen to open the Quick Access panel and touch . • Double-swipe down from the top of the Home screen to open the Quick Access panel and touch • Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to open APPS and touch Settings.
Settings 2. Touch Display. 3. Touch Night Light. 4. Touch Schedule. 5. Select one of the schedule values: • None (default) • Turns on at custom time • Turns on from sunset to sunrise. 6. Touch Status. By default, Night Light is disabled. Toggle the switch to enable. 7. Adjust the tint using the Intensity slider. 8. Touch . Setting Screen Rotation By default, screen rotation is enabled. To disable screen rotation: 1. Go to Settings. 2. Touch Display > Advanced. 3. Touch Auto-rotate screen.
Settings Ambient Display The Ambient display setting wakes the screen when notifications are received. To disable ambient display: 1. Go to Settings. 2. Touch Display > Advanced. 3. Touch Ambient display. 4. In the When to show section, enable or disable an option using the switch. 5. Touch . Setting Font Size To set the size of the font in system apps: 1. Go to Settings. 2. Touch Display > Advanced. 3. Touch Font size. 4. Select one of the font size values. • Small • Default • Large • Largest.
Settings Touch Panel Mode The device display is able to detect touches using a finger, a conductive-tip stylus, or gloved finger. NOTE: A glove can be made of medical latex, leather, cotton, or wool. For optimal performance use a Zebra certified stylus. 1. Go to Settings. 2. Touch Display > Advanced. 3. Touch Touch panel mode. 4. Select: a. Glove and Finger (Screen Protector off) to use a finger or a gloved finger on the screen without a screen protector. b.
Settings • Also vibrate for calls - Switch on or off. • Do Not Disturb preferences - Mutes some or all sounds and vibrations. • • • • Priority only allows - Use to set the priorities for the following: • Reminders - Switch on or off. • Events - Switch on or off. • Alarms - This is always enabled. • Messages - Choose to allow messages from anyone, starred contacts, any contact, or none. To star contacts, use the Contacts app.
Settings 3. Select from the following options: • Inactivity notification - Enable to have the device notify the user with audible and/or LED notifications. The notification starts once the device battery level goes below the Battery warning level and the Inactivity timeout criteria is met (Default - disabled). • Device paging - The device must be connected to WLAN and be MDM managed. The MDM sends the device notification intent to the necessary device which has to be paged.
Settings 4. Touch the BUTTON REMAPPING tab or the SHORTCUT tab that lists the available functions and applications. 5. Touch a function or application shortcut to map to the button. NOTE: If you select an application shortcut, the application icon appears next to the button on the Key Programmer screen. 6. Touch .
Settings • RIGHT • ENTER • SPACE • ESC • DOT (via XML only, not SN) • TAB • DELETE • COMMA Non-Remappable Keys • POWER • SHIFT • CTRL • ALT • BLUE • ORANGE • BACK • HOME • RECENT Keyboards The device provides the following types of keyboards: • Android Keyboard - Non-GMS devices only. • Gboard - GMS devices only • Enterprise Keyboard NOTE: By default the Enterprise and Virtual Keyboards are disabled. Keyboard Configuration Enabling Keyboards To enable keyboards: 1.
Settings • On the Enterprise keyboard, touch . Using the Android and Gboard Keyboards Use the Android or Gboard keyboards to enter text in a text field. To configure the keyboard settings, touch and hold , (comma) and then select Android keyboard settings. Editing Text Edit entered text and use menu commands to cut, copy, and paste text within or across apps. Some apps do not support editing some or all of the text they display; others may offer their own way to select text.
