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DAP Technologies 1-17Getting StartedInstalling the Battery PackNOTE: • The battery pack(s) are hot-swappable.Perform the following to install the battery pack to M9020:1. From the top side of the battery pack, align and place the battery on its bay.2. Press down on the battery pack.3. Press down on the battery pack and rotate the lock latch to the lock ( ) direction, until the battery pack is xed.

1-18 DAP Technologies Getting StartedRemoving the Battery PackPerform the following to remove the battery pack from M9020:1. Rotate the lock latch to the unlock ( ) direction, until the battery pack is released from the socket.2. Release the battery pack from the bay, and remove.

DAP Technologies 1-19Getting StartedConnecting to AC PowerThe M9020 operates either on external AC power or internal battery power. It is recommended to use AC power when you start up the device for the rst time.CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter included with your M9020. Using other AC adapters may damage M9020.Perform the following to connect the M9020 to AC power:1. Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter into the power connector of the M9020.2. Plug the female end of the AC power cord into the AC adapter.3. Then plug the male end of the AC power cord into an electrical outlet.123When the AC adapter is connected, the battery pack is charging.CAUTION: • When you disconnect the AC adapter, disconnect from the electrical outlet rst and then from M9020. A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or M9020.• When unplugging the connector, always hold the plug head. Never pull on the cord.

$1-20 DAP Technologies Getting StartedTurning the M9020 On and OffTurning On1. Make sure that the M9020 is either connected to AC power or that the battery pack is charged.2. Press and hold the power button ( ) for about 5 seconds, until the power LED lights up.EscTabCtrlQAZXCVBNM01245789AltShiftSDFGHJKLEnterSpaceDel Fn,.WERTYUIOP!@-=#$%^& *(?>][}{)|;\:“‘ ~`F1F2F4F3F5See the following table for the power LED indicator states:LED Color Status Battery Mode (On Battery Power) AC Mode(On External Power)Green Solid Power on. Fully charged: Both batteries are fully charged.Blinking Suspend: Every 3 seconds.Blue Solid N/A Either battery is being charged.RedBlinking(The average of two batteries)• <= 20%: every 5s.• <= 15%: every 3s.• <= 10%: every 1s.• 5%: Hibernate. (Depends on OS setting).N/ASolid Either Battery #1 or Battery #2 is missing. N/A$

DAP Technologies 1-21Getting StartedTurning OffTo turn off the M9020, use the “Shut Down” command of your operating system.CAUTION: Wait for at least ve seconds after turning off the M9020 before turning it back on.When you nish a working session, you can stop the device by shutting it down or by leaving it in Sleep or Hibernation mode:To stop in this mode... Do this...Off Use the Windows Start Menu and follow the shut down procedure.You can force M9020 to turn off by pressing and holding the power button ( ) for more than 6 seconds. This is not the recommended method, but may be necessary if the system is locked up.Hybrid Sleep Short press the power button ( ) or use the Windows Start Menu to put M9020 in Hybrid Sleep mode.Hibernation Use the Windows Start Menu to put M9020 in hibernation mode.Press the power button ( ) to resume or turn on the M9020 from any of these modes. See “Power Management” on page 4-6 for more information.

DAP Technologies 2-1Operating Your Tablet ComputerCHAPTER 2This chapter provides information about the use of the M9020 and describes the operating basics of the following components and features:• Touch Screen• Keyboard• Panel Keys• Wireless LAN Features• Bluetooth Features• Wireless WAN Features• GPS Features• Camera• DAP Control Center• Barcode ReaderOperating Your Tablet Computer

$2-2 DAP Technologies Operating Your Tablet ComputerUsing the Touch ScreenThe touch screen is a touch-sensitive device that allows you to control and make selections on the device by controlling the location of the pointer on the screen.CAUTION: Do not use sharp or pointed objects on the touch screen. These objects may scratch the screen. Use only the stylus pen or the tip of your nger.EscTabCtrlQAZXCVBNM0123456789AltShiftSDFGHJKLEnterSpaceDel Fn,.WERTYUIOP!@-=#$%^& *(?>][}{)|;\:“‘ ~`F1F2F4F3F5Here are some common terms that you should know when using the touch screen.Term ActionTap Tap gently on the touch screen to select or open an item. Tapping is the same as clicking the left mouse button of a PC.Double-tap Rapidly tap twice on the touch screen. This action is similar to double-clicking the left mouse button of a PC.Tap and hold Tap and hold the stylus lightly on the display. A big circle appears to indicate that a pop-up menu will soon appear. Lift up the stylus and a pop-up menu appears. Select the desired function. This action is similar to a right mouse click on a PC.Drag Hold the stylus on the screen and drag across the screen to select text and images or move icons to a new location.For more customized stylus settings, use the HIDeGalaxTouch available on the desktop of the device.$

DAP Technologies 2-3Operating Your Tablet ComputerCalibrating the ScreenWhen there is a noticeable discrepancy in the placement of the stylus on the screen and the indicated position of the onscreen pointer, recalibrate the screen.For calibration you can use the HIDeGalax Touch tool.HIDeGalax Touch Calibration ToolPerform the following to calibrate the screen:1. Tap Start > All Programs > HIDeGalaxTouch > HIDeGalaxTouch. The following screen opens.

2-4 DAP Technologies Operating Your Tablet Computer2. For a basic test, tap 4 Points Calibration, for more detailed one, tap 9 Points Linearization or 25 Points Linearization. The following example shows 4 Points Calibration.3. Use the supplied stylus to tap and hold the dot inside the red circle, until it turns into a blue circle. Repeat this process as the dot moves around the screen.4. When calibration is complete, tap OK button and close the calibration utility screen.

$DAP Technologies 2-5Operating Your Tablet ComputerUsing the Integrated KeyboardYour M9020 includes an integrated keyboard that allows you to enter text and perform various keyboard functions.Keyboard Overview EscTabCtrlQAZXCVBNM0123456789AltShiftSDFGHJKLEnterSpaceDel Fn,.WERTYU IOP!@-=#$%^& *(?>][}{)|;\:“‘ ~`F1F2F4F3F5Use the keyboard to type in text and numbers. If you need to use special symbols and functions, marked in yellow on the keyboard, press and hold the Fn key, and then press the corresponding symbol or function key. For example, to enter “%”, press and hold Fn key and then press the corresponding letter “T”.Special Function KeysThe following is a list of special functions, accessible via keyboard.Function DescriptionFn + Hold down Fn and press ▲ repeatedly to increase screen brightness.Fn + Hold down Fn and press ▼ repeatedly to decrease screen brightness.Fn + Hold down Fn and press ► repeatedly to increases volume.Fn + Hold down Fn and press ◄ repeatedly to decreases volume.Fn + 1Function key F11.Fn + 2Function key F12.Fn + 3Function key F13.Fn + 4Function key F14.Fn + 5Function key F15.Fn + 6Function key F6. Fn + 7Function key F7.Fn + 8Function key F8.$

$2-6 DAP Technologies Operating Your Tablet ComputerFunction DescriptionFn + 9Function key F9.Fn + 0Function key F10.NOTE: To access the function keys F1 ~ F5, see “Using the Panel Keys” on page 2-6. Navigation KeysUse the navigations keys (◄ / ► / ▲ / ▼) to move the cursor or selection one space or line in the direction of the arrow, or scroll a webpage in the direction of the arrow.Using the Panel KeysThe Panel Keys provide shortcuts for you to utilize the common functions of your M9020, such as opening the camera, activating the bar code reader, and more.EscTabCtrlQAZXCVBNM0123456789AltShiftSDFGHJKLEnterSpaceDel Fn,.WERTYUIOP!@-=#$%^& *(?>][}{)|;\:“‘ ~`F1F2F4F3F526781534No. Button Description1 Barcode Scanner Press and hold, to scan the barcode.2F3 Programmable funciton key.3F4 Programmable funciton key. 4F5 Tap to refresh the active window in Internet Explorer.5F2 Programmable funciton key. 6F1 Programmable funciton key.$

DAP Technologies 2-7Operating Your Tablet ComputerNo. Button Description7 Menu Tap to open the Start menu.8Camera Press to open the camera application. How to use the camera, see “Using the Camera” on page 2-26.Using Wireless LANYour M9020 has a built-in wireless radio which automatically detects wireless networks that are within range. Turning the Wireless Radio On and OffBy default, the Wi-Fi is turned on. In case you need to turn it on or off, perform the following:1. Tap Start > All Programs > DAP Technologies > DAP Control Center.

2-8 DAP Technologies Operating Your Tablet Computer2. Select the Power Options tab.3. To turn the Wi-Fi on or off, tap ON or OFF in the corresponding box.

DAP Technologies 2-9Operating Your Tablet ComputerConnecting to a Wireless NetworkPerform the following to connect to a wireless network:1. Make sure that the WLAN is ON (The Wireless network icon on the task bar shows ).2. Tap the Wireless Network icon ( ) on the taskbar.3. From the list of available networks, select a network.4. Tap Connect.5. If the network requires authentication, enter the security key or passphrase.NOTE: • Once you are connected to a wireless network, Windows saves the network prole and will automatically connect to that network when it is in range. • For more information on connecting to your wireless network, contact your network administrator.

2-10 DAP Technologies Operating Your Tablet ComputerUsing BluetoothYour M9020 has integrated Bluetooth capability for short-range wireless communication between Bluetooth-enabled devices.By default, the Bluetooth feature is enabled as indicated by the Bluetooth icon ( ) on the taskbar; but your M9020 is not visible to other devices. To make your M9020 visible, check the Discovery box in Bluetooth settings (see “Conguring Bluetooth Settings” on page 2-15).Turning the Bluetooth On and OffIn case you need to turn the Bluetooth on or off, perform the following:1. Tap Start > All Programs > DAP Technlogies > DAP Control Center.

DAP Technologies 2-11Operating Your Tablet Computer2. Select the Power Options tab.3. To turn the Bluetooth on or off, tap ON or OFF in the corresponding box.Turning the Bluetooth Adapter On and OffIn case you need to turn the Bluetooth adapter on or off, perform the following:1. Tap the Bluetooth On ( ) or Bluetooth off ( ) icon on the taskbar.2. A pop up menu appears. Tap Turn adapter on or Turn adapter off.NOTE: If the Bluetooth icon is not shown on the task bar, check that the Blue-tooth is activated on DAP Control Center.

2-12 DAP Technologies Operating Your Tablet ComputerPairing with Bluetooth DevicesBefore you can pair with Bluetooth devices for the rst time, you need to add and save the device prole to your M9020.To add and pair a Bluetooth devicePerform the following to pair your M9020 with Bluetooth devices:1. Make sure the Bluetooth adapter is on as indicated by the Bluetooth icon ( ) on the taskbar.2. Tap the Bluetooth icon ( ) to display a pop up menu.3. Tap Add a Device. The M9020 will scan for Bluetooth devices within range.4. Select the device you want to pair with, then tap Next.

DAP Technologies 2-13Operating Your Tablet Computer5. Depending on the device you are pairing with, you may be prompted to enter or verify a pairing code. The pairing code entered or shown on your M9020 must be the same as the one on the Bluetooth device. Click Next to continue.6. Windows will check for the device driver and install it, if necessary. Tap Close to close the screen.NOTE: For more information on using Bluetooth features, see Windows online help.

2-14 DAP Technologies Operating Your Tablet ComputerTo reconnect to a Bluetooth deviceOnce a Bluetooth device has been paired with your M9020, you do not need to enter or verify the pairing code as you did the rst time.To reconnect to a Bluetooth device, perform the following:1. Make sure the Bluetooth adapter is on as indicated by the Bluetooth icon () on the taskbar.2. Tap the Bluetooth icon ( ) to display a pop up menu.3. Tap Show Bluetooth Devices.4. Double-tap the icon of the desired Bluetooth device. The Bluetooth Device Control screen opens.

2-16 DAP Technologies Operating Your Tablet ComputerMenu Description2File Transfer Settings Congures the folder location of incoming les and enable sharing of les with connected Bluetooth devices.3 Serial Port Settings Congures virtual serial ports to be used by M9020.4 Network Settings Enables networking via Bluetooth connection.5 Audio Settings Selects how you want to play audio les through M9020 and enable Skype switching.6 Language Settings Selects the Bluetooth interface language.7 Settings page Displays the relevant settings to congure. Tap OK to apply changes and close the screen.

DAP Technologies 2-17Operating Your Tablet ComputerUsing the WWAN NetworkThe M9020 has optional WWAN network capabilities that provide wireless connection to the Internet using a SIM card with data subscription.Connecting to a WWAN NetworkYour M9020 comes with Sierra Wireless AirCard® Watcher, an application that allows you to connect to the Internet using your SIM card and keeps you informed of your wireless connection status. Perform the following to connect to your WWAN network:1. Install a SIM card on your M9020 (see “Installing the SIM Card” on page 1-15).2. Open the AirCard® Watcher application (tap Start > All Programs > Sierra Wireless > AirCard Watcher).The application detects the SIM card and displays network information on the AirCard® Watcher main screen.TIP: To open AirCard® Watcher faster, create a desktop shortcut icon. Alternatively, you can set AirCard® Watcher to open and connect automatically with your WWAN network (see “To congure WWAN network proles” on page 2-21).3. Tap Connect to connect to the WWAN network.Once connected, the AirCard® Watcher main screen displays the network connection information, such as signal strength, connection speed, and bitrate transfer. For more information on using the application, see “Using AirCard® Watcher” on page 2-18.

2-18 DAP Technologies Operating Your Tablet ComputerUsing AirCard® WatcherThe AirCard® Watcher main screen1289341056117No. Item Description1 WWAN Connection • Green: WWAN network is connected.• Red: WWAN network is disconnected. Signal Strength • Green: Indicate the network signal strength. More lit bars indicate stronger signal. • Red: No signal. Network Type Indicates the network connection type.2 Toolbar Tap an icon to access the function. Wireless Prole Tap to view and modify wireless network prole. SMS Tap to open SMS Express to send and receive SMS messages on your M9020.NOTE: Your data plan subscription must support this feature to be able to send and receive SMS messages on your M9020. History Tap to view the usage history and clear the bitrate counters. Airplane Mode Tap to enable airplane mode. When this feature is enabled, the icon turns red. Tap the icon again or tap Turn Radio On to disable airplane mode.

DAP Technologies 2-19Operating Your Tablet ComputerNo. Item Description2 AirCard GPS Tap to open AirCard GPS Monitor. Settings Tap to access the AirCard® Watcher settings. See “Conguring AirCard® Watcher Settings” on page 2-20. Help Tap to view the help le.3 Network Name Displays the name of the SIM card network provider.4Data Transfer Rate Displays the upstream and downstream transfer information.5 Home Tap to open the Sierra Wireless website.6 Speed Graph Tap to show a graphical display of the datatransfer speed.7 Menu Tap to access the application menu. Minimize Tap to minimize the application to the system tray. Restore Tap to toggle the display between full view and compact view. Close Shuts down the application.8 Connect / Disconnect Button Tap to connect or disconnect from the WWAN.9Network Info A graphical display of the network connection type.10 Speed Indicates the network connection speed.11 Customer Support Tap to open Sierra Wireless support website.

2-20 DAP Technologies Operating Your Tablet ComputerConguring AirCard® Watcher SettingsOn the AirCard® Watcher main screen, tap the Settings ( ) icon to display the screen below.Tap a menu item on the left panel to display the corresponding settings on the right. The following menus are available:Menu DescriptionGeneral Congures startup/shutdown settings, warning messages, display properties, and others.Messaging Congures message settings such as service center number, default storage, and message notication.Network Congures network mode and radio technology.SIM Settings Enables SIM security settings.Sounds Enables sound alert when network is connected, disconnected or when a new message is received.Proles Congures network proles and auto-connect functions. See “To congure WWAN network proles” on page 2-21.Data Usage Tracking Enables data usage tracking and congures data subscription rate plan settings. This feature helps manage and control internet usage when you have a subscription plan with a limited data rateFirmware Displays rmware information.

DAP Technologies 2-21Operating Your Tablet ComputerTo congure WWAN network prolesOnce a SIM card is used in your M9020, its network prole is created. You can view network information, such as prole name, access point name (APN), TCP/IP settings, and more. You can also set AirCard® Watcher to automatically connect to the WWAN at startup.1. On the AirCard® Watcher main screen, tap the Wireless Prole ( ) icon.2. On the Proles menu, the following items are displayed:• Selected prole: Displays the name of your WWAN network.• Autoconnect: Tap the eld and then select one of the following:• Never: Do not auto-connect to network.• While not roaming: Automatically connects to network while within the local network coverage.• Always (even when roaming): Automatically connects to network even when roaming outside the local network coverage.NOTE: Connecting to your network while roaming may incur additional charges. Check with your service provider for details.• Auto-create: Tap to automatically create a connection prole when using a new SIM card.• Auto-select: Tap to automatically select the best connection prole for the current SIM.3. Tap Apply to save the settings.4. To congure specic parameters related to your connection, tap the network name on the left panel.5. Tap OK to close the screen.

2-22 DAP Technologies Operating Your Tablet ComputerUsing GPSYour M9020 is equipped with GPS (Global Positioning System) capabilities to determine your location and aid in the presentation and analysis of GPS information.Before using the GPS, make sure the GPS radio is enabled on ‘DAP Control Center’ and on ‘Location and Other Sensors’. See more information below.Turning the GPS On and OffIn case you need to turn the GPS on or off, perform the following:1. Tap Start > All Programs > DAP Technologies > DAP Control Center.

DAP Technologies 2-23Operating Your Tablet Computer2. Tap Power Options tab.3. To turn the GPS on or off, tap ON or OFF.Enabling the Location SensorsThe M9020 is equipped with the u-blox 6 GPS Location Sensor. By default, this location sensor is enabled.Perform the following to enable the location sensors:1. On Windows desktop, tap Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Location and Other Sensors.2. To enable/disable the sensors, use the check boxes.3. Tap Apply to save and apply the changes.

2-24 DAP Technologies Operating Your Tablet ComputerUsing u-centeru-center is an application that displays position accuracy, road test position and trajectory, satellite tracking, time to rst x, etc. All processed data can be saved in ASCII format and opened using popular spreadsheet applications. To open u-center, perform one of the following:• Double-tap the u-center desktop shortcut icon.• Tap Start > All Programs > u-blox > u-center > u-center.The u-center Main ScreenIf the GPS receiver is working correctly, the main screen displays the satellite position and level, data, altitude, compass, speed meter, etc.12345

DAP Technologies 2-25Operating Your Tablet ComputerNo. Item Description1 Menu Bar Consists of eight menu items:• File: Allows you to create, save, open, close a log le or clear a database.• Edit: Allows you to copy, paste, delete or select text or set of information.• View: Allows you to open console windows, view maps, charts, camera, and select toolbars to display on the main screen.• Player: Allows you to record and play a log le.• Receiver: Allows you to congure the receiver settings, such as port, baudrate, sensor, network connection settings, etc.• Tools: Allows you to update the rmware and set application preferences.• Window: Allows you to select the layout of your workspace.• Help: Allows you to view help les.2 Toolbars Provides shortcuts to common tasks by tapping on the icon.TIP: If using a USB mouse, hold the mouse cursor over the button for a few seconds to view the button name. A brief description is also displayed on the status display area.3Window Area Displays maps, console windows, charts and the camera view.4Status Display Area Displays a brief description of the button function, communication information, GPS mode, le in use, operating and UTC time, protocol information, and GPS status.5 Docking Window Displays graphical GPS information, such as the satellite position, satellite level, satellite level history, world position, data, altitude meter, compass, speed meter, and watch.NOTE: For more information on using u-center, see the u-center User Guide in Start > All Programs > u-blox > u-center > u-center User Guide.

2-26 DAP Technologies Operating Your Tablet ComputerUsing the CameraYour M9020 has integrated front and rear cameras for taking photos. Opening the CameraPerform one of the following to open the camera:• Tap Start > All Programs > DAP Technologies > Camera.• Press the camera shortcut key ( ).

DAP Technologies 2-27Operating Your Tablet ComputerThe Camera Screen3789104562111No. Item Description1 Shooting Mode Shows the shooting mode (by default it is Auto). 2 Settings Tap to view the camera settings. See “Camera Settings” on page 2-29.3 Exit Tap to close the camera screen.4 Minimize Tap to minimize the camera screen.5 Shutter Tap to capture a photo.6 Open the Photo Tap to open the captured photo.7 / PositioningTap to add/remove the GPS-based locationinformation on the photo (disabled by default).8 Switch Tap to switch between front camera and rear camera.

$2-28 DAP Technologies Operating Your Tablet ComputerNo. Item Description9 / FlashlightTap to activate/deactivate the ashlight function(deactivated by default).10 / Flash Tap to enable/disable ash (disabled by default).11 Shooting Mode The only shooting mode available on the M9020 is automatic.Shooting Photos1. Open the camera (see “Opening the Camera” on page 2-26).2. Focus on your subject.3. Tap to capture the photo.4. By default, the photo preview is briey shown on the screen.The preview screen automatically closes after 3 seconds. Do one of the following:• Tap to capture the next image.• Tap to see the image in Windows Photo Viewer.• Tap to close the camera screen.NOTE: By default the system automatically creates a folder with the current date to the logged in user’s Pictures folder, and saves the images into that folder. For example, C:\Users\My Name-PC\Pictures\2013-12-16.$

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