ZEBRA ET40 Enterprise Tablet User Guide
- June 4, 2024
- ZEBRA
Table of Contents
ET40/45
Enterprise Tablet
Quick Start Guide
ET40 Enterprise Tablet
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Terms of Use
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Unpacking the Device
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Carefully remove all protective material from the device and save the shipping container for later storage and shipping.
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Verify the following items are in the box:
• Tablet
• Regulatory Guide -
Inspect the equipment for damage. If any equipment is missing or damaged, contact the Global Customer Support Center immediately.
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Before using the device for the first time, remove the protective shipping film that covers the scan window, display, and camera window.
Device Features
Figure 1 Front View
Table 1 Device Front View
| Number | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Front scan button |
Initiates barcode data capture when a scan-enabled application is active.
2| Touch screen| Displays all information needed to operate the device.
3| Light sensor| Determines ambient light for controlling display backlight
intensity.
4| Front Camera| Use for video conferencing.
5| 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 off.
Table 1 Device Front View (Continued)
| Number | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | Data capture LED | Illuminates during data capture. |
| 7 | Charging indicator LED | Indicates power state and battery charging status |
while charging and application-generated notifications.
8| Scan window| Provides data capture using the imager.
9| USB-C port| Provides USB host and client communications.
10| Right speaker| Provides audio output.
11| Interface connector| Provides communication to the device from the dock.
12| Cradle alignment indicator| Use to assist in aligning the tablet with a
cradle.
13| Left speaker| Provides audio output.
14| USB port cover| Use to seal the USB port. Available on healthcare devices
only.
Figure 2 Rear View
Table 2 Device Rear View
| Number | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cradle latching slot | Used by cradles to secure the tablet. |
| 2 | Battery cover | Provides access to the replaceable battery. |
| 3 | NFC antenna position | Use to read NFC cards. |
| 4 | Rear Microphone | Use for audio recordings. |
| 5 | Rear camera | Autofocus camera that takes photos. |
Table 2 Device Rear View (Continued)
| Number | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | Rear camera LED flash | Provides illumination for the camera. |
| 7 | Battery cover notch | Lift the notched section of the battery cover to |
remove the battery cover from the tablet.
8| Top scan button| Initiates barcode data capture when a scan-enabled
application is active (programmable).
9| Top Microphone| Use for voice communications or audio recordings.
10| Programmable button| A button that is configurable for use with
applications.
11| PTT button| Typically used for Push-to-Talk communications. Where
regulatory restrictions exist, the button is configurable for use with other
applications.
12| Volume up button| Increases the audio volume.
13| Volume down button| Decreases the audio volume.
Setting Up the Device
Set up the device before using it for the first time.
- Install the nano SIM Card. (ET45 only)
- Charge the device.
- Power on the device.
Installing the nano SIM Card
A nano-SIM card slot is available only on ET45 devices. The following steps
only apply when installing or replacing a nano SIM card.
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Ensure the tablet is powered off.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove the battery while the tablet is powered on.
a) Press and hold the Power button until the menu appears.
b) Touch Power off. -
Lift the corner of the battery cover up (1) from the notched area and carefully remove the battery cover from the device (2) as shown.
CAUTION: Do not use any tool for battery cover or battery removal. Puncturing the battery or seal may cause a hazardous condition and a potential risk of injury.
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Using your fingernail, slide and hold the battery lock switch in the unlock position (1).
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While the switch is in the unlock position, lift the battery from the notched area (2), rotate the battery up and then remove it from the battery well (3).
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After removing the battery from the tablet, release the battery lock switch.
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If replacing the nano SIM card, remove the existing card.
a) Push in the installed SIM card and release.
b) The card ejects slightly so that you can remove it.
c) Remove the SIM card from the card slot. The card should easily slide out. If not, the SIM card was not ejected correctly. Repeat step A. -
Insert the nano SIM card with the contacts facing up.
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Push the SIM card in and ensure that it locks into place.
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Replace the battery, and contacts the side first.
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Gently push the battery towards the contacts (1) while rotating the battery down into the battery well (2), ensuring it is seated properly.
CAUTION: Be aware of the orientation of the battery cover. Failure to replace the battery cover properly may cause damage. -
Insert the tabbed end of the battery cover into the slots in the battery well (1).
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Rotate the cover down (2).
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Carefully press down around the edges of the cover. Make sure that the cover is seated properly.
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.
Charging Accessories
For the optimum charging experience, use a Zebra-approved charging accessory.
Charging accessories for the ET40/ET45 include:
- 1-Slot Charge Only Cradle (CRD-ET4X-1SCHRG1-01)
- 4-Slot Charge Only Cradle (CRD-ET4X-4SCHRG1-01)
- USB-C Charging Cable (CBL-TC5X-USBC2A-01)
Charging Indicators
Charge the tablet’s battery before using the tablet.
The 8 in. tablet battery charges from fully depleted to 80% in approximately 3
hours.
The 10 in. tablet battery charges from fully depleted to 80% in approximately
4 hours.
NOTE: The Charging indicator only illuminates when the device is
connected to a power source.
Table 3 Charging Indicators
| 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 end of its useful life.
Table 3 Charging Indicators (Continued)
| LED | Indication |
|---|---|
| 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 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 end of its useful life.
Charging Temperature
Charge batteries in ambient temperatures from 0°C to +40°C (32°F to 104°F) as
reported by the battery.
Charging is intelligently controlled by the charger. To accomplish this, for
small periods of time, the charger alternately enables and disables battery
charging to keep the battery at acceptable temperatures.
Charging Using a 1-Slot Cradle
This section describes how to charge the device using an ET40/ET45 1-Slot
Cradle.
- Align the device with the alignment pins (1) on the cradle.
- Insert the device into the cradle (1) and rotate it backward (2) until it clicks.
The device is locked in the cradle and the device Charging LED indicates charging. - To remove the device from the cradle, rotate the device forward slightly (1) and lift it out of the cradle (2).
Charging Using the USB Cable
The USB cable plugs into the bottom of the device. When attached to the device
the cable allows charging, transferring data to a host computer, and
connecting USB peripherals.
- Connect the USB cable to the device.
- Connect the USB connector of the power supply.
- Plug to power supply into a power outlet.
Powering on the Device
Press and hold the Power button until the menu appears.
Slot Charge Only Cradle
Use a 1-Slot Charge Only cradle to charge one 8″ or 10″ tablet.
CAUTION: Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety
described in Battery Safety Guidelines.
CAUTION: Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety
described in the ET40/ET45 Product Reference Guide.
The 1-Slot Charge Only Cradle:
- Provides power for operating the device.
- Charges the device’s battery and optional Power Pack installed in an Expansion Back.
Figure 3 1-Slot Charge Only Cradle – Front View
| Number | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cradle alignment indicator | Use to assist in aligning the cradle with the |
tablet.
Figure 4 1-Slot Charge Only Cradle – Rear View
| Number | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | AC power input | Use to connect AC power to the cradle. |
Use the 4-Slot Charge Only Cradle to charge up to four 8″ or 10″ tablets and
up to four Power Packs.
CAUTION: Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety
described in Battery Safety Guidelines.
CAUTION: Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety
described in the ET40/ET45 Product Reference Guide.
The 4-Slot Charge Only Cradle:
- Provides power for operating the device.
- Simultaneously charges up to four devices and up to four Power Packs using the optional Battery Charger Adapter.
Figure 5 4-Slot Charge Only Cradle – Front View
Figure 6 4-Slot Charge Only Cradle – Rear View
| Number | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Power input | Use to connect power to the cradle. |
Scanning with an Internal Scanner
Use the internal scanner 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.
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Ensure that an app is open on the device and a text field is in focus (text cursor in the text field).
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Point the exit window of the device at a barcode.
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Press and hold one of the scan buttons.
The aiming dot with illumination turns on to assist in aiming.
NOTE: When the device is in Pick List Mode, the device does not decode the barcode until the center of the aiming dot touches the barcode. -
Ensure the barcode is within the area formed by the aiming pattern. The aiming dot is used for increased visibility in bright lighting conditions.
The Data Capture LED lights green and a beep sound, by default, to indicate the barcode was decoded successfully.
Reading NFC Cards
Read contactless cards using NFC.
- Launch an NFC-enabled application.
- Hold the device as shown.
- Align the card with the NFC antenna (1) on the back of the device.
The tablet can read NFC cards from the front or back of the device. - Hold the card steadily until the transaction is complete (usually indicated by the application).
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