Newland MT90 Orca – Mobile Computers User Manual

: June 4, 2024
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MT90 Orca – Mobile Computers

SCANNING MADE SIMPLE
MT90 Orca II (GMS) mobile computer
user guide

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Please read through the manual carefully before using the product and operate it according to the manual. It is advised that you should keep this manual for future reference.
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Contents
Chapter 1 About This Guide …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 1
Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 1 Documentation Set……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 1 Chapter Descriptions…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 1 More Information ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2
Chapter 2 Getting Started ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3
Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 Unpacking …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3 Getting Started …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4
The MT90…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4
Cradle (optional) …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6
Installing the Battery ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7
Removing the Battery ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7
Charging the Battery ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8
Installing the MicroSD Card/SIM Card ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9
Keypad………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9
Communicating with PC……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 10
Chapter 3 Basics …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11
Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 11 Switching On/ Rebooting/Switching Off the MT90……………………………………………………………………………………………. 11 Locking/Unlocking the MT90 ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12 Home Screen …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 12 Status Icons ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 13 Installing App……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 14 Uninstalling App …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 14 Date & Time ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 15 Display ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 15 Ringtones ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 16 Restoring Factory Settings …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 16 Language & Input Method ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 17 Floating Button Settings ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 18 Clearing the App Cache ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 18 Power Saving Settings ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 19 High Visibility Mode …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 20 GPS Mode…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 21

Shortcuts to Apps ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 21 Widgets …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 21
Chapter 4 Scanning Barcodes ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 22
Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 22 Scanning 1D Barcode …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 22 Scanning 2D Barcode …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 23 Programming Scanner ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 24 Enable Scan………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 24 Output Mode ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 25 Scan Mode ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 25 Scan Trigger………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 26 Prefix & Suffix…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 27 Good Read Indicator …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 28 Encoding …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 28 Data Edit …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 29 Symbologies………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 30
Chapter 5 Bluetooth ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 32
Chapter 6 Wi-Fi ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 33
Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 33 Wi-Fi Settings…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 33 IP Settings…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 34
Chapter 7 Mobile Network ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 35
Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 35 Mobile Network Settings ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 35 APN Settings……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 35
Chapter 8 Admin Tool…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 37
Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 37 Launching the Admin Tool ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 37 Switching between User Mode and Admin Mode …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 38
Chapter 9 Whitelist Manager ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 40
Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 40 Logging in to Whitelist Manager ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 40
Chapter 10 Others …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 41
Camera …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 41 GPS …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 42 NFC (optional)……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 43 Memory Cleanup ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 43

Key Map ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 44 Chapter 11 System Update …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 46
Online Update ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 46 Local Update ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 47 Chapter 12 App Development Guide……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 50 Development Environment …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 50 Use of Non-standard Interfaces ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 50 Chapter 13 Maintenance & Troubleshooting……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 51 Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 51 Important Safety &Handling Information ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 51
Disassembly and Retrofit ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 51 External Power Supply…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 51 Abnormal Situation………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 51 Drop Damage……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 51 LCD Screen ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 51 Stacking Heavy Objects ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 51 Mounting Location……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 51 Wireless Functionalities ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 52 Use & Maintenance……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 52 Battery Safety Guidelines……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 52 Troubleshooting………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 53

Chapter 1 About This Guide

Introduction
This guide provides instructions for programming and operating the NLS-MT90 portable data collector (hereinafter referred to as “the MT90” or “the terminal”).
Documentation Set
The documentation set for the MT90 includes: NLS-MT90 Portable Data Collector Quick Start: Describes how to get the NLS-MT90 up and running. NLS-MT90 Portable Data Collector User Guide: Describes how to program and use the NLS- MT90. Newland APP User Guide: Describes how to install/uninstall, or use the APPs developed by Newland (For GMS
Version Only

Chapter Descriptions
Chapter 1 About This Guide Chapter 2 Getting Started
Chapter 3 Basics Chapter 4 Scanning Barcodes
Chapter 5 Bluetooth Chapter 6 Wi-Fi Chapter 7 Mobile Network Chapter 8 Admin Tool Chapter 9 Whitelist Manager
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Provides a general description of this manual. Provides information on getting the MT90 up and running for the first time. Describes how to program the MT90 for the use of its basic features. Provides the instructions as to how to scan 1D/2D barcodes and how to program the scanner. Explains how to use Bluetooth functionality. Explains how to use Wi-Fi functionality. Explains how to use Mobile Network functionality. Explains how to use the admin tool. Explains how to use the whitelist management tool.

Chapter 10 Others Chapter 11 System Update Chapter 12 App Development Guide
Chapter 13 Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Explains how to use Camera, GPS, and NFC functionalities. Explains how to update the system. Describes the app development environment and the use of
non-standard interfaces. Provides troubleshooting solutions for issues that might occur when using the MT90.

More Information
For more product and support information, please visit our web site: http://www.newlandaidc.com.

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Chapter 2 Getting Started
Introduction
This chapter lists the parts and accessories for the MT90 and explains how to install, remove and charge the battery, and power on the MT90 for the first time.
Unpacking
Carefully remove all protective material from the pack and verify that the followings were received: 1 x NLS-MT90 main unit 1 x USB cable 1 x AC adapter for the MT90 1 x Li-polymer battery 1 x Wrist lanyard 1 x Quick start manual
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Getting Started
The MT90

1 Volume+ 3 Left Scan Key 5 Micro USB Port 7 Keypad 9 Earpiece 11 Red/Blue LEDs

2 Volume4 Cradle Connector 6 Microphone 8 Front Camera (optional) 10 Light/Proximity Sensors

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12 Scan Window 14 Power Key 16 User-defined Key 18 Battery Cover Latch 20 Speaker 22 Expansion Port

13 Rear Camera 15 Flashlight 17 Right Scan Key 19 NFC Detection Area 21 Headphone Jack Cover

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Cradle (optional)

1 Charging LED 3 Battery Compartment 5 Micro USB Port

2 MT90 Connector 4 Power Jack

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Installing the Battery
Step 1: Slide the battery cover latch to the unlock position and remove the cover. Step 2: Insert the battery as indicated into the battery compartment, with its metal contacts facing down and lining up with the metal contacts on the inside of the terminal.
Removing the Battery
Step 1: Hold down the Power key for 5 seconds and then tap “Power off” to turn off the terminal. Slide the battery cover latch to the unlock position and remove the cover. Step 2: Remove the battery.
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Charging the Battery
Connect the MT90 to a power outlet using the included AC adapter or USB cable. When the terminal’s battery is less than 5%, it takes about 3 hours to fully charge it (The terminal is shut down or in sleep mode).

Note: Low battery may result in malfunction of the terminal. Before your first use, charge the battery for at least 8 hours.
When charging the MT90 with AC adapter or USB cable, the user is notified the charging statuses by the LEDs on the terminal.

LEDs on the MT90

Blue LED on

Fully charged

Red LED on

Charging in progress

Red LED flashes constantly

Low-battery alert

Note: If MT90 battery is completely drained, please press the power key to turn it on after 15 minutes of being charged.

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Installing the MicroSD Card/SIM Card
Step 1: Slide the battery cover latch to the unlock position and remove the cover. Step 2: Insert the Micro SD card/SIM card/Micro SIM card into the corresponding slot, with its metal contacts facing down.
Keypad

1 Menu Key 3 Function Key (Scan Key by default)

2 Home Key 4 Return Key

The MT90 has 10 keys, with Menu/Home/Scan/Return keys on the front panel, Volume+/Volume-/Scan keys on the left side and Power/User-defined/Scan key on the right side. Menu Key: Press it to display the app(s) most recently used. Tap an app to open it or tap “Clear All” to remove all apps at once. Home Key: Press it to go to the Home Screen. Function Key (Scan Key by default): Use it to scan barcodes.
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Return Key: Press it to go back to the previous screen. Note: Except the Power key, other keys are user programmable.
Communicating with PC
Step 1: Connect the Micro USB port on the MT90 to your computer with the included USB cable. Step 2: Switch the MT90 on. On the Home screen, swipe from top to bottom with one finger in one smooth motion to open the notification bar as shown below. Step 3: Tap “Tap for more options”. Step 4: Select “Transfer files”. Navigate to the “My Computer” section of your computer and look for the newly added drive. Double-click it and you will be connected to the MT90. Then you may handle the files on the terminal through your computer.
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Chapter 3 Basics
Introduction
This chapter provides the basics of setting and using the MT90.
Switching On/ Rebooting/Switching Off the MT90
After installing the SIM card and battery and having the MT90 fully charged, you may switch the terminal on. Switch the MT90 on: Hold down the Power key on the right side of the terminal until the terminal vibrates. Note that the initialization is going to take some time before the MT90 displays the Home screen. Reboot the MT90: Hold down the Power key on the right side of the terminal until the window below pops up, then tap “restart”. Switch the MT90 off: Hold down the Power key on the right side of the terminal until the window below pops up, then tap “Power off”.
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Locking/Unlocking the MT90
Lock the MT90: Briefly press the Power key on the right side of the terminal. If no operation is performed on the MT90 for a preset period of time, the MT90 locks automatically. You can change how long it takes for the MT90 to lock. Unlock the MT90: Briefly press the Power key on the right side of the terminal.
Home Screen
View another Home screen: Swipe left or right. Go to the Home screen: Press the Home key on the front panel of the terminal. Open an app: Tap it. View all apps/Open apps list: Tap .
View the App list
Add an app icon to the Home screen: Tap on the Home screen. Tap and hold your desired app until it appears on the Home screen and then drag it into a blank area. Delete an app icon on the Home screen: Tap and hold your desired app on the Home screen until “X Remove” appears, then drag the app into it. Note that this operation only removes the icon from the Home screen. To remove the app from the MT90, see the Uninstalling App section.
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Status Icons

The icons in the notification bar at the top of the screen give information about the MT90.

Status Icon

Description

Status Icon

Description

WLAN on

Signal Strength

Bluetooth on

Airplane Mode on

USB Connected

USB Debugging

Missed Calls

New Messages

Battery Charging in Progress

Battery Fully Charged

Vibrate on

Do Not Disturb Mode off

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Installing App
Use one of the following methods to install a new app on the MT90: 1. Download an APK file from online app store and install it. 2. Download software package onto a MicroSD card or PC and copy it to your terminal. Then install it with File Manager. 3. Install a new app using a mobile assistant (such as Baidu Mobile Assistant) installed on the PC.

Uninstalling App

Follow the procedure below to remove an app from the MT90:

Tap

on the Home screen to view all apps. Tap and hold your desired app until “App info” appears, then tap “App info”

and uninstall it

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Date & Time

Set the date and time: Tap the app icon shown below as per your needs.

and then “System” -> “Date & time” and set the date and time on the screen

Display

Tap the app icon

and then “Display”, and set the brightness, wallpaper, sleep timer, front size, and other parameters

on the screen shown below as per your needs.

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Ringtones
Tap the app icon -> “Sound”. Then set the ringtones and other notification sounds as per your needs.
Restoring Factory Settings
Tap the app icon -> “System” -> “Reset options” -> “Erase all data” -> “Reset PHONE” -> “ERASE EVERYTHING”.
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After this operation, the terminal will be reset to factory defaults and all the personal data on the internal storage, such as music and photos, will be deleted.
Language & Input Method

Tap the app icon

-> “Languages & input”. Then set the language and input method as per your needs.

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Floating Button Settings
Tapping the floating button can perform tasks such as scanning barcode (Scan), turning on/off flashlight (Flashlight), taking a screenshot (Screen snapshot), turning off screen (Screen off), or going to the Home screen (Home).

Show/Hide the floating button: Tap the app icon select/unselect “Show float box”.

-> “Extend Settings”->”Screen floating-point settings”->

Clearing the App Cache

Tap the app icon

-> “Extend Settings” -> “Clean RAM settings”, tap the ON/OFF slider to ON, and then select the app(s)

whose cache you DO NOT want to clear. The unselected apps’ cached data will get cleared when the terminal enters the

sleep mode.

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Power Saving Settings
Tap the app icon -> “Extend Settings” -> “Power Save settings”. Then you can make changes to the power saving settings below to suit your needs. Screen Backlight Dim: The screen will go dim to save the battery when the terminal scans barcodes continuously for 2-3 minutes. To brighten the screen, press any other key on the terminal or tap the screen. Stop Sleep for Scan Key: This feature allows you to stop the screen from going black while letting it remain dim after a certain period of inactivity by pressing the Scan key. To brighten the screen, press any other key on the terminal or tap the screen. Power Supply Plan: 1. Saving mode — The terminal’s built-in scanner turns off automatically after 3 seconds of inactivity. 2. High-performance mode — The terminal’s built-in scanner turns off automatically after 15 seconds of inactivity.
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High Visibility Mode
You may enable the High Visibility Mode to make text on the screen appear larger and bold to improve readability.

Enable/Disable the High Visibility Mode on/off: Tap the app icon the mode on/off.

-> “Extend Settings” -> “High Visibility Mode”-> turn

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GPS Mode

Tap the app icon needs.

-> “Extend Settings” -> “GPS Mode”. Then you can choose a positioning system appropriate for your

Shortcuts to Apps
Create a shortcut to an app on your Home screen: Tap then drag it into the Home screen.

on the Home screen. Tap and hold your desired app and

Widgets

View all widgets: Tap and hold on a blank area of the Home screen and then tap . Open a widget: Tap it.

Add a widget icon to the Home screen: Tap and hold the Home screen and then tap widget and then drag it into the Home screen.

. Tap and hold your desired

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Chapter 4 Scanning Barcodes
Introduction
This chapter includes scanning tips and instructions for setting up the scanner.
Scanning 1D Barcode
Adjust the scan angle or the distance between the MT90 and the target barcode to ensure the length of laser beam is roughly 8mm greater than that of the barcode, as shown below.

Correct

Wrong

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Scanning 2D Barcode
Adjust the scan angle and the distance between the MT90 and the target barcode to make them fall into the following ranges: 1. Point the MT90’s focus lamp at the center of the barcode. 2. Move the MT90 until you find the appropriate scan distance. 3. Optimum scan angles:
Skew ()< 45°(0° preferably) Pitch ()< 45°(5°- 20°preferably) Roll ()= 0°- 360°
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Programming Scanner

Tap the app icon

-> “Extend Settings” -> “Scan Settings”, or tap the app icon

Then configure the scanner parameters as per your actual needs.

on the Home screen then

.

Enable Scan
Check or uncheck the “Enable scan” item to enable or disable the scanning feature of the MT90.

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Output Mode
The MT90 provides three output modes: Simulate keystroke, Output via API, and Fill in EditText directly. 1. Simulate keystroke: Output scanned data to keyboard buffer to simulate keyboard input. Character interval (ms): A character interval of 0-100 milliseconds may be placed between the transmission of each character of scanned data. 2. Output via API: Application acquires scanned data by receiving system broadcasts. 3. Fill in EditText directly: Output scanned data at the current cursor position in EditText. Overwrite output: Clear the text input box before sending the barcode currently scanned to make sure only the most recently scanned data is present in the text input box. This feature is available only when Simulate keystroke or Fill in EditText directly is selected. Output enter-event: Send an Enter Key after each barcode scanned.
Scan Mode
The MT90 provides the following four scan modes: 1. Level mode: Press and hold the scan trigger to start a decode session which continues until the trigger is released. 2. Continuous mode: Press the scan trigger to continuously read barcodes. To suspend or resume scan operation, simply
press the scan trigger. Scan interval (ms): This parameter sets the timeout between decode sessions.
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3. Pulse mode: Press the scan trigger to start a decode session which continues until the decode session timeout expires. 4. Delay mode (Scan on release key): Press and hold the scan trigger to aim at barcode then release it to start a decode
session which continues until the decode session timeout expires or a barcode is decoded. It is advised to use this scan mode and the Central Area Decoding feature to ensure that only the desired barcodes are read if multiple barcodes are placed closely together. Decode session timeout (ms): This parameter sets the maximum time decode session continues during a scan attempt. Masked repeat interval (ms): This parameter sets the time interval between two successive reads on the same barcode.
Scan Trigger
The three scan keys on the terminal and the trigger on the pistol grip can all serve as scan trigger. Enable or disable them as per your actual needs. 1. SCAN key: Use the Scan key on the front panel of the terminal as scan trigger. 2. Left/Right SCAN key: Use the Scan key on the left/right side of the terminal as scan trigger. 3. Stock SCAN key: Use the trigger on the pistol grip attached to the terminal as scan trigger.
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Prefix & Suffix
To set the prefix/suffix, enter the hexadecimal value of a desired prefix/suffix and then tap “OK”. For example, if you want to add a Line Feed character after each barcode, set the suffix to “0A”; if you want to add a Carriage Return character after each barcode, set the suffix to “0D”.
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Good Read Indicator
The terminal can use sound/ vibration/ LED to indicate a good read. Choose one or more options as per your actual needs. 1. Sound: The MT90 issues a short beep to indicate a good read. 2. Vibrating: The MT90 vibrates to indicate a good read. 3. LED: The blue LED on the MT90 flashes once to indicate a good read.
Encoding
Choose a character encoding to interpret barcode data. 1. AUTO: The terminal determines automatically if target barcode uses UTF-8, GBK, or ISO-8859-1 encoding. If the terminal produces wrong output, you may need to choose or enter a specific character encoding. 2. UTF-8: Dominant Unicode encoding. 3. GBK: A character encoding for Chinese characters. 4. ISO-8859-1: A common character encoding that covers Western European languages. 5. Other: Enter a different character encoding when UTF-8, GBK, and ISO-8859-1 are not applicable. If the terminal does not support the encoding entered, this setting will fail.
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Data Edit
This feature allows you to edit barcode data with a script. Tap “load script” and then select the desired script file on the terminal, or scan the 2D barcode that contains a script, to load the script. Then select “exec script” and tap “OK”.
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Symbologies
Note that supported symbologies depend on the scan engine integrated in the terminal. Here we will take CM20 for example. 1D code: Enable or disable 1D symbologies and set other barcode parameters. 2D code: Enable or disable 2D symbologies and set other barcode parameters.
Advanced: The features listed here are designed to improve the scanning performance and energy efficiency of the terminal. 1. Central area decoding: When selected, the terminal only decodes the barcode aimed squarely by the aiming pattern. It
is advised to select it to ensure that only the desired barcodes are read if multiple barcodes are placed closely together. 2. Other: Tap DETAIL to access the following parameter settings. Noise reduction: This feature is designed to reduce noise in images produced by the terminal. However, the terminal shows a slight decrease in scanning speed when using this feature. It is recommended to enable it only when necessary. Power plan: Two options are provided.
Power saving: The terminal’s built-in scanner turns off automatically after 3 seconds of inactivity. High-performance: The terminal’s built-in scanner turns off automatically after 15 seconds of inactivity. OCR Enable: Select this check box when reading passports (compliant with ICAODoc9303 standards, TD1/TD2/TD3 supported).
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Chapter 5 Bluetooth

This chapter describes how to connect the MT90 to other Bluetooth device. You can set up a Bluetooth connection between the MT90 and other Bluetooth devices, such as PC, mobile phone. Note that Bluetooth connection works better if there are no obstacles between them. Before you can use a Bluetooth device with the MT90, you must first pair them. 1. Make the Bluetooth device visible to the MT90.

2. Tap the app icon devices.

then “Connected devices” -> “Bluetooth”, and turn Bluetooth on to search for available Bluetooth

3. Select the device from the search results to pair.

4. If prompted, input the pairing code and then tap “OK”; or if the pairing code is given automatically, then tap “PAIR”.

Unpair/rename a paired Bluetooth device: Tap the app icon

then “Connected devices” -> “Bluetooth”, and turn

Bluetooth on. To rename the paired Bluetooth device, edit its name manually and then tap “OK”. To unpair it, tap “FORGET”.

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Chapter 6 Wi-Fi

Introduction
This chapter describes how to connect the MT90 to a Wi-Fi network.

Wi-Fi Settings
Join a Wi-Fi network:

1. Tap the app icon

then “Network & Internet” -> “Wi-Fi”, and turn Wi-Fi on to find available Wi- Fi networks. If Wi-Fi is

already ON, then the terminal will automatically scan for available networks.

2. Tap a network and then enter the password.

3. Tap “CONNECT”.

Enter Wi-Fi password.

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IP Settings
To set the IP, follow the first two steps of joining a Wi-Fi network, tap “Advanced options” then “DHCP”, and select the desired option.
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Chapter 7 Mobile Network
Introduction
The MT90 can also use 4G network to connect to the internet. To establish 4G connection, you must have a SIM card installed in your MT90.
Mobile Network Settings
If no Wi-Fi networks are available, or if you have turned Wi-Fi off, then the MT90 connects to the Internet via your cellular data network when available. Turn on cellular network: Tap and then turn Cellular data on.
APN Settings
If you cannot connect to the internet when using your terminal’s cellular data, you may need to change your APN settings on the MT90 to fix it: 1. Go to Settings-> “Network & Internet” -> “Mobile network” -> “Access Point Names”.
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2. Tap in the top right corner of the screen or tap the carrier of your SIM card on the screen. Then manually enter the APN settings. You can contact your carrier or visit their website to get the correct APN settings, or check the APN settings on a mobile device that can access the internet using the SIM card.
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Chapter 8 Admin Tool

Introduction
The Admin Tool app is used to specify the apps that users can run on the MT90.

Launching the Admin Tool

Tap the app icon

to launch the admin tool and enter the User mode.

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Switching between User Mode and Admin Mode

To switch from the User mode to the Admin mode, press Return Key on the terminal or tap

in the top right corner of

the screen and then enter the password (default: 112233). It is advised to change the password at first login.

When in the Admin mode, you may set the following parameters as per your actual needs. 1. App Manager: Tap “App Manager” -> “Select App”, then select or deselect the apps available to normal users.

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2. Reset Password: Change the Admin password.

To switch from the Admin mode to the User mode, simply tap

in the top right corner of the screen.

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Chapter 9 Whitelist Manager

Introduction
The Whitelist Manager app is used to specify the apps that users can install on the MT90.

Logging in to Whitelist Manager

Tap the app icon

on the Home screen then

, enter the password (default: 112233), and tap “Login” to log in to

the whitelist manager. Then set up your whitelist as per actual needs.

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Chapter 10 Others

Camera

Tap the app icon

to launch the Camera app. Panorama Mode

Normal Mode

Start/stop video recording Settings

Take a photo View photo/video

: Tap it to reveal the parameters such as GPS location info, face beauty, exposure, scene mode and white balance and set those parameters as per your needs.
: Tap it to take a photo.
: Tap it to start/stop a video recording.
: Tap the thumbnail image in the bottom right corner of the screen to view the photo or video saved. You can also download a camera app from the Internet or develop an app for the camera feature.

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GPS

Tap the app icon

then “Security & location” -> “Location”, and then:

1. Turn Location on.

2. Tap “Mode” and then choose a location mode as per actual need.

3. Use a third-party map app or other GPS apps to obtain location information.

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NFC (optional)
To enable the NFC feature, tap the app icon -> “Connected devices” -> “NFC”, and then turn on NFC. Then you can install an NFC writer on the MT90 to read and write NFC tags.

Memory Cleanup
Tap to unfold the App list then tap

to clean up the memory.

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Note: When your terminal becomes less efficiently after having run for extended periods of time, you may perform a memory cleanup or reboot the terminal to fix the problem.

Key Map
This app allows you to remap the keys on the terminal to function as a different key or to make them into shortcuts to launch an application.

Start the Key map app: Tap the app icon

on the Home screen then .

Remap a key to another key(or app): After starting the Key map app, select the key you want to remap, and then tap “keys” and select/enter the key (or tap “apps” and select the app) to which you want to remap it.

When remapping a key to KEYCODE_SHOW_SOFT_INPUT, pressing the remapped key can open/close the on-screen keyboard.

Clear All Remap: Clear all remap to return to default settings.

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Chapter 11 System Update

This chapter introduces two methods to update the system software of the terminal: Online update and local update.

Online Update

Update the system online: Tap on the Home screen ->

-> “CHECK FOR UPDATES”.

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Local Update
Zip File to the MT90 Drive
1. Connect the terminal to PC with the included USB cable. Swipe from top to bottom with one finger in one smooth motion to open the notification bar. Tap “USB for file transfer”. Then select “Transfer files”.

2. Copy the update zip file to the MT90 drive or MT90’s Micro SD card.

3. Tap on the MT90’s Home screen then

to access the System Update screen.

4. Tap

in the top right corner of the System Update screen then select “Local Update”.

5. Select the update zip file. Then select “NEXTREBOOT” or “UPDATE”. 47

Zip File to TF Card 1. Copy the update zip file to TF Card.

TF Card

2. Insert the TF card to the MT90 and then power on the terminal.

3. Tap on the Home screen ->

to access the System Update screen.

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4. Tap

in the top right corner of the System Update screen, and then select “Local Update” -> “External Storage”.

5. Select the update zip file. Then select “NEXTREBOOT” or “UPDATE”.

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Chapter 12 App Development Guide
Development Environment
The MT90 runs on Android 8.1 operating system, so you should use Android SDK 8.1 or lower when developing apps for the MT90.
Use of Non-standard Interfaces
See Newland Android PDA API Handbook.
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Chapter 13 Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Introduction
This chapter includes important safety and handling information and provides troubleshooting solutions for issues that might occur when using the terminal.
Important Safety &Handling Information
Disassembly and Retrofit
Do not attempt to disassemble or retrofit the terminal yourself. Unauthorized disassembly or retrofit will void the warranty.
External Power Supply
Use only the included AC adapter. Otherwise, there is a risk of damage to the terminal.
Abnormal Situation
Keep the terminal away from fire or heat sources. If there is unusual odor, overheating or smoke during charging, immediately cut off the power and disconnect the AC adapter, and contact your dealer or Newland customer service center. Continued use in this case may result in fire or electric shock.
Drop Damage
If the terminal is damaged due to a drop from high place, immediately cut off the power and contact your dealer or Newland customer service center.
LCD Screen
Do not press against or strike the LCD screen. Otherwise it may damage the screen. When handling a cracked or shattered screen, do not touch the liquid that has leaked from it to avoid skin burn or infection.
Stacking Heavy Objects
Do not place heavy objects on the terminal as those objects may fall and cause injury.
Mounting Location
Do not place the terminal on unstable or uneven surfaces as it may fall and cause injury. Do not expose the terminal to humidity or dust as this may cause fire or electric shock. Do not expose the terminal to direct sunlight for extended periods.
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Wireless Functionalities
Do not use the terminal’s wireless functionalities where wireless device use is prohibited or where it may cause interference or danger, such as in aircrafts, petrol stations.
Use & Maintenance
If the terminal cannot be switched on after experiencing a sudden or unexpected power loss or other abnormalities, remove and then reinstall its battery to reset the terminal.
Do not throw, drop or strike the terminal. Doing so may damage the LCD display, interrupt running programs, cause data loss in memory, and result in malfunction.
Clean the scan window regularly. Do not touch it with hands. Scratched or smudged window may degrade reading performance.
Do not tap the touch screen with sharp objects. Doing so may damage the screen or cause internal short circuits. Use only a dry soft cloth to clean the terminal. Cleaning it with wet cloth or benzene/ thinner/ other volatile chemicals
may deform and shorten the service life of the keypad and shell of the terminal. Do not place the terminal facedown on any surface, or there might be misoperations. Sudden temperature drops may cause condensation on the shell which could cause malfunction. Care should be taken
to avoid condensation. If condensation occurs, dry the terminal before use.
Battery Safety Guidelines
Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode. The battery can be charged and discharged over 500 times. If the battery life is unreasonably short, please replace the
battery with a new one. Use only the included battery and AC adapter. Do not continue to charge a battery that is fully charged. Overcharging will shorten battery lifespan. If a fully charged
battery is not used, it will discharge slowly, which does not affect its normal use. Do not use damaged or faulty AC adapters or batteries. Properly dispose of and recycle batteries. Do not dispose of them as household garbage.
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Troubleshooting

Type

Problem Description

Possible Cause & Solution

Keypad

Unresponsive keypad or incorrect response to any key entry.

This problem may be caused by unreliable cable connection between keypad and mainboard or keypad malfunction. Please contact Newland after-sales service.

Charging LED is OFF when Ensure the AC adapter is plugged in properly.
charging.

1. Check the battery level. If the battery is almost depleted, recharge it.

Noticeably short battery life.

Battery

2. Replace the battery if it is faulty.

Fully charged battery is depleted after the terminal is If the battery is faulty, replace it with a new one. switched on.

USB

USB communication failure

1. Ensure that the USB cable connections are secure. 2. Ensure that there is no contaminant inside the Micro USB port. 3. If the problem remains, please contact the after-sales service center.

LCD No display
Screen

1. Ensure the terminal is switched on. 2. If the terminal is in sleep mode, press the Power key to wake it up. 3. Check the battery level. If the battery is depleted, recharge it. 4. Ensure that the battery is properly installed. 5. Replace the battery if it is faulty. 6. If the problem remains, please contact the after-sales service center.

Cannot switch on System
System halted

1. Check the battery level. If the battery is depleted, recharge it. 2. Switch the terminal on after using the included AC adapter to connect it to a
power outlet. If the problem disappears, then continue to charge the terminal. If the problem remains after charging the terminal for a while, replace the battery.
1. The problem may be caused by bugs of downloaded apps. Ensure that only reliable apps are used.
2. The problem may be caused by a sudden or unexpected power loss. Remove and then reinstall its battery to reset the terminal.

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