Winmate M133K Ultra Rugged Windows Tablet Instruction Manual

June 16, 2024
WINMATE

Winmate M133K Ultra Rugged Windows Tablet

Specifications

  • Product Name: M133K Ultra-Rugged Windows Tablet
  • Quick Start Guide Version: 1.2
  • Document Part No. : 9152111K101V

Safety Information

General Product Safety:

  • Do not block any ventilation openings. Do not place the product against a wall or in an enclosed space as doing so might impede the flow of cooling air.
  • Do not place the product near any heat sources such as radiators, warm air intakes, stoves or other heat-generating devices (including amplifiers or other heat-producing equipment).
  • Protect the power cord from being crushed or pinched, particularly in the area of the plugs, any receptacles used, and the point of exit from the apparatus. Do not break off the ground pin of the power cord.
  • Do not disregard the safety that a polarized or grounded connection can provide. A polarized connection consists of two plugs, one of which is larger than the other. A grounded connection has two blades and a third one that is grounded. If the main plug provided cannot be inserted into your outlet, consult an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.

Getting Started

Unpacking
Follow these steps to unpack your M133K Ultra-Rugged Windows Tablet:

  1. Open the packaging box carefully.
  2. Remove all the contents from the box.

Description of Parts
The M133K Ultra-Rugged Windows Tablet consists of the following parts:

  • Tablet
  • Keyboard
  • Power Supply
  • Kickstand

Docking Connector Detail:
The docking connector allows you to connect the tablet to external devices such as keyboards, monitors, and docking stations.

Combination Keys (Keyboard Key Emulation)
The combination keys on the keyboard can emulate specific key functions on the tablet. Refer to the user manual for more information.

First-time Operation

Inserting Micro SIM card
To use mobile data on your tablet, follow these steps to insert a micro SIM card:

  1. Locate the SIM card slot on the tablet.
  2. Insert the micro SIM card into the slot with the metal contacts facing down.
  3. Push the SIM card gently until it is securely inserted.

Inserting Battery Pack
To power your tablet, you need to insert the battery pack. Follow these steps:

  1. Locate the battery compartment on the back of the tablet.
  2. Slide the battery pack into the compartment until it clicks into place.

Turning On and Off

  • Turning On
    To turn on your tablet, press and hold the power button until the device powers on.

  • Turning Off
    To turn off your tablet, press and hold the power button until the power options menu appears. Select “Power off” to shut down the device.

Using Hottab Utility

  • Hot tab Utility Introduction
    The Hottab Utility is a software application that allows you to customize various settings and features of your tablet. Refer to the user manual for more information on how to use the utility.

  • Changing Touch Mode
    The Hottab Utility allows you to change the touch mode of your tablet. You can switch between touch mode and pen mode depending on your preference. Follow the instructions in the user manual to change the touch mode.

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

Read Me First

Advisory Conventions
Four types of advisories are used throughout the user manual to provide helpful information or to alert you to the potential for hardware damage or personal injury.

Note:
A note is used to emphasize helpful information

Important :
An important note indicates information that is important for you to know.

Caution/ Attention
A Caution alert indicates potential damage to hardware and explains how to avoid the potential problem.

Warning!
An Electrical Shock Warning indicates the potential harm from electrical hazards and how to avoid the potential problem.

FCC Statement
This device complies with part 15 FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

  • This device may not cause harmful interference.
  • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class “B” digital device, under part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used by the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

CE Notice (European Union)

Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2014/30/EU)

  • EN55024: 2010/ A1: 2015
    • IEC61000-4-2: 2009
    • IEC61000-4-3: 2006+A1: 2007+A2: 2010
    • IEC61000-4-4: 2012
    • IEC61000-4-5: 2014
    • IEC61000-4-6: 2014
    • IEC61000-4-8: 2010
    • IEC61000-4-11: 2004
  • EN55032: 2012/AC:2013
  • EN61000-3-2:2014
  • EN61000-3-3:2013

Low Voltage Directive (2014/35/EU)
EN 60950-1:2006/A11:2009/A1:2010/A12:2011/ A2:2013

This equipment conforms with the requirements of the following EU legislations and harmonized standards. The product also complies with the Council’s direction

Safety Information

Precaution on Battery Pack

  • Do Not Disassemble, Modify, or Insert Sharp Objects Into the Battery Pack. Electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result.
  • Do Not Short the Positive (+) and Negative (-) Terminals of the Battery. Generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result. When carrying or storing the device, do not place the battery pack together with articles that may contact with electricity.
  • Do Not Apply Shocks to the Battery by Dropping It or Applying Strong Pressure to It. Electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture of the battery may occur.
  • Do Not Charge the Battery Other Than Methods Those Specified In This Manual. If the battery is not charged using one of the specified methods, electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result.
  • When the Battery Pack Has Deteriorated, Replace It with a New Battery. Continued use of a damaged battery pack may result in heat generation, ignition or battery rupture.
  • Do Not Expose the Battery Pack to Excessive Heat, or Extreme Heat (Near Fire, in Direct Sunlight for example) Generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result
  • Do Not Use the Battery Pack With Any Other Products. The battery pack is rechargeable and is only designed for this specific product. If it is used with a product other than the specified product, electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result.
  • Do Not Use This Product With a Battery Other Than the One Specified.
  • Discontinue using the device immediately if you notice the battery is swelling or looks puffy or misshapen. Do not attempt to charge or use the device. Do not handle a damaged or leaking battery. Do not let leaking battery fluid come into contact with your eyes, skin or clothing.

General Product Safety

  • Do not block any ventilation openings. Do not place the product against a wall or in an enclosed space as doing so might impede the flow of cooling air.
  • Do not place the product near any heat sources such as radiators, warm air intakes, stoves or other heat-generating devices (including amplifiers or other heat-producing equipment).
  • Protect the power cord from being crushed or pinched, particularly in the area of the plugs, any receptacles used, and the point of exit from the apparatus. Do not break off the ground pin of the power cord.
  • Do not disregard the safety that a polarized or grounded connection can provide. A polarized connection consists of two plugs, one of which is larger than the other. A grounded connection has two blades and a third one that is grounded. If the main plug provided cannot be inserted into your outlet, consult an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
  • Use only accessories specified by the manufacturer.
  • This product should not be used near water such as bathtubs, sinks, swimming pools, wet basement, etc.
  • Use only with its transport carriage, stand, tripod, console or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the product. When using a carriage, move the carriage assembly with the product carefully to avoid damage from falling over.
  • Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when it is not being used for long periods.
  • Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. A technical intervention is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, for example, if the power cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen inside the unit if the product has been exposed to rain or moisture, if it does not operate normally or if it has been dropped.

General Guideline
It is recommended to reboot the device when some functions are defective or inactive. If it still can’t solve the problems please contact your dealer or agent.

Handling and Maintenance

General Guideline

  • Keep the product at least 13 cm (5 inches)away from electrical appliances that can generate a strong magnetic field such as TV, refrigerator, motor, or a large audio speaker.
  • Do not place heavy objects on top of the tablet computer as this may damage the display.
  • The screen surface can be easily scratched. Use with care. Do not use paper towels to clean the display but use the included cleaning cloth. Avoid touching it with a pen or pencil.
  • To maximize the life of the backlight in the display, allow the backlight to automatically turn off as a result of power management. Avoid using a screen saver or other software that prevents the power management from working.

Cleaning Guideline

  • Use a soft cloth moistened with water or a non-alkaline detergent to wipe the exterior of the product.
  • Gently wipe the display with a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use alcohol or detergent on the product.

Touchscreen Guideline

  • Use your finger or the stylus on the display. Using sharp or metallic objects may cause scratches and damage to the display, thereby causing errors.
  • Use a soft cloth to remove dirt on the display. The touchscreen surface has a special protective coating that prevents dirt from sticking to it. Not using a soft cloth may cause damage to the special protective coating on the touchscreen surface. To clean off hard-to-remove dirt, blow some steam on the particular area and gently wipe it away using a soft cloth.
  • Do not use excessive force on the display. Avoid placing objects on top of the display as this may cause the glass to break.
  • When there is a noticeable discrepancy in the operation of the touchscreen function (your touch does not correlate to the proper location on the screen), recalibrate the touchscreen display.

Getting Started

Congratulations on purchasing Winmate® M133K Ultra-Rugged Tablet Computer. The rugged design allows you to use it in harsh outdoor environments. This quick start guide tells you step by step how to get the Tablet Computer up and running.

Unpacking
Check and identify the supplied accessories:

Your package may include other optional accessories based on your order:

  • Desk Dock
  • Vehicle Dock
  • Battery Charger
  • Active Pen
  • RAM Mount Kit
  • VESA Mount Kit
  • Shoulder Strap
  • Micro HDMI Cable
  • Vehicle Charger
Description of Parts
No Item Description
1 Light Sensor Controls screen brightness.
2 Front Camera 2 Megapixel webcam.
3 Microphone Digital microphones.
4 Speakers Emit sounds.
5 Power Button Turns on/off tablet computer.
6 LED Indicators: Show the current status of the tablet computer.
RF Green – Wi-Fi/BT/3G/GPS is ON.

No light – None of the Wi-Fi/BT/3G/GPS is ON.

HDD| | Green – Hard drive activity.

No light – Hard drive idling.

Battery| | Orange – AC adapter is plugged in and charging.

Green – The AC adapter is plugged in and the battery is completely charged.

Solid Red – Low battery (<10%).

Blinking Red – Battery is being hot-swapped.

Not lit – Battery is in use and more than 10%.

| Power| | Blue – Tablet is ON.

No light – Tablet is OFF.

7| Fn Buttons| Programmable function buttons.
8| +/- Buttons| Brightness or Volume control buttons.
9| Menu Button| Hottab quick access.
10| Shoulder Strap D-Ring| Provides loop to mount shoulder strap.
11| Optional I/O Slot| Optional smart card reader or 1D/2D barcode scanner.
12| Two USB 2.0| Two high-speed USB ports connect to USB devices such as USB flash drives, mice, keyboards, printers, etc.
13| LAN Port| Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 connector for LAN connection.
14| Power Jack| DC power input jack.
15| Kensington Lock Port| Provides lock access for Kensington Lock.
16| Left Side I/O Cover| Protects I/O ports
17| Right Side I/O Covers| Protects I/O ports.
18| Shoulder Strap D-Ring| Provides loop to mount shoulder strap.
19| HDMI Connector| HDMI output to external display.
20| Reset| Press this button to reset the tablet computer.
21| SD Card Slot| Memory card reader port for SD card.
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22| Audio Jack| Headset or headphones can be connected (Mic is only supported with a 3.5mm 4-pin headset).
23| USB Type-C Connector| USB Type-C connector to connect to external devices.

Note: The USB Type-C connector follows the USB 3.0 standard, which does not support Alternate Mode (ALT) or USB Power Delivery (USB-PD).

24| Two USB 3.0| 2 Ports High-Speed USB ports, connect to USB devices such as USB flash drives, mice, keyboards, printers, etc.
25| RS232 Serial Port| RS232 COM Port interface for serial communications.
26| Docking Connector| 24-pin docking connector.
27| Battery Lock Latch| Latch to lock the battery once the battery is inserted. Not spring-loaded.
28| Rear Camera| 5MP rear camera with autofocus and LED light.
29| Battery| User-replaceable battery.
30| Service Window| Access to 1 SSD M.2 slots,1 WWAN mPCIe slot, and a Micro SIM card slot.
31| Battery Release Slider| Spring-loaded slider that latches the battery in.
32| Kickstand| User-adjustable kickstand.

Front LED Indicators Detail:

Docking Connector Detail:

Front Button Details:

Combination Keys (Keyboard Key Emulation)
Physical buttons in addition to their dedicated functions can also be used to emulate commonly used keyboard keystrokes. Under different scenarios, a single physical button or a combination of physical buttons provide different keyboard keystrokes, which are specified below:

Under POST (Before Windows boots up):

Buttons Keystroke
Fn1 F6 to enter

Recovery Menu.

Fn2| ESC to enter the BIOS setup

screen.

Fn3| Keyboard F3.
Menu +Up (+)| Right..
Menu +Down (-)| Left.
Menu + Fn1| Enter.
Menu + Volume Up (+)| Right.
Menu + Volume Down (-)| Left.

Under Windows:

Buttons Keystroke
Menu Hottab Quick Access.
Fn1 Default: Web Browser.
Fn2 Default: Camera.
Fn3 Default: Open Calculator.
Up (+) Default: Increase

brightness

Down (-)| Default: Decrease

brightness.

Power| Power ON/ OFF.
Up (+) + Down (-)| Ctrl + Alt + Del.

First-time Operation

Inserting Micro SIM card
Notice that 3G/LTE is an optional feature and may not be present in your device. The Tablet Computer supports data connection using 3G/LTE SIM cards and fits a Micro-SIM card.

Caution Please make sure the tablet is powered off, before opening up the service window to insert the SIM card.

Installing3G/LTE module and inserting Micro SIM card:

  1. Disconnect any cords connected to the tablet computer.
  2. Remove the service window in the rear by unscrewing four screws.
  3. Remove the screw that is securing the 3G/LTE module.
  4. Carefully lift the 3G wireless module, and do not damage the connected cable.
  5. Make sure the SIM card IC contact patch is faced down; the notch is in the direction of insertion (towards the right).
  6. Insert the Micro SIM card into the slot located near the right side of the service window.
  7. Reposition the removed 3G/LTE module screw to secure the 3G/LTE module.
  8. Reposition the removed service window screw to secure the service window.

Inserting Micro SIM card:

  1. Disconnect any cords connected to the tablet computer.
  2. Remove the service window in the rear by unscrewing four screws.
  3. Insert the Micro SIM card into the slot located near the right side of the service window.
  4. Reposition the removed service window screw to secure the service window.

Inserting Battery Pack
To insert the included standard battery pack into the Tablet Computer:

  1. Disconnect any cords connected to the tablet computer.
  2. Turn the tablet computer over, back facing up.
  3. Locate the Battery Lock Latch and push it to the “Unlocked” position.
  4. Locate the Battery Release Slider that is spring-loaded. Pull back and hold.
  5. Insert the battery on the connector-pins side first, and then lower the battery into the battery compartment.
  6. Continue to hold the Battery Release Slider before the battery is fully inserted.
  7. Make sure the battery is completely lowered into the compartment before letting go of the Battery Release Slider.
  8. The battery will be flat against the housing once fully inserted.

To remove the battery pack:

  1. Shut down the tablet computer (or put it to sleep). Disconnect any cords connected to the tablet.
  2. Turn the tablet computer over, back facing up.
  3. Locate the Battery Lock Latch and push it to the “Unlocked” position.
  4. Locate the Battery Release Slider that is spring-loaded. Pull back and hold.
  5. Lift the battery out using the opening on the side of the battery compartment.

Using Hot Swappable Battery Feature
The tablet computer supports hot-swapping of batteries, meaning the tablet does not need to be powered off to replace the main battery. To support such a mechanism, there is a backup battery inside the tablet that is charged up with the main battery. This backup battery cannot be removed and must have adequate power for hot swapping of the main battery to be done without issue. When the backup battery is fully charged, it can sustain up to 5 minutes of runtime to allow for battery hot-swapping.

Perform the following to hot swap the batteries:

  1. While the tablet is powered on, open Hottab to check on the power level of the Backup battery.
  2. If the Backup battery level is at “Low”, please charge the tablet with AC Power until the Backup battery level is at “Medium” or “High”, and do not remove the main battery.
  3. If the Backup battery level is at “Medium” or “High”, remove the main battery.
  4. Insert a new charged battery into the battery compartment.

Connecting to Power Supply

The Tablet Computer operates either on external AC power or internal battery power. It is recommended to use AC power when you start up the Tablet Computer for the first time.

Caution Use only the AC adapter included with your Tablet Computer. Using other AC adapters may damage the Tablet Computer and the Battery.

Perform the following to connect the Tablet computer to AC Power:

  1. On the side of the Tablet Computer, lift the I/O protective cover by pulling on the latch
  2. Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter into the Power Jack of the tablet computer.
  3. Plug the AC power cord into the AC adapter.
  4. Finally, plug the AC power cord into the electrical outlet.

When the AC Adapter is connected, the battery pack starts charging. The battery LED indicator on the tablet computer will show different states. Please refer to the description of the LED indicator in the Description of Parts.

Kickstand Installation

Perform the following to install a kickstand:

  1. Turn the tablet computer over, so the back of the device is facing up.
  2. Place the kickstand bracket with the screw holes in a line (as in the picture below)
  3. Put the bracket cover on top of the kickstand screw holes.
  4. Fasten all four screws on the bracket cover.

Turning On and Off

Turning On
Press and hold the power button for 3 seconds until the blue LED power indicator lights up.

Note : Do not press the power button repeatedly. Do not perform the following operations until the Disk Activity Indicator is off.

  • Connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter
  • Pressing the power button
  • Touching the tablet buttons, screen, or external keyboard/mouse

Turning Off
Perform the following procedure to power off the Tablet Computer:

  1. Make sure you have closed any programs that are open on the Desktop. Start Screen apps don’t need to be closed.
  2. Tap on the Settings> Power >Shut Down.
  3. Wait for the Tablet Computer to power off.

Note : If the system does not respond, please forcibly turn the tablet computer off by pressing and holding the power button for 6 seconds or longer.

Using Hottab Utility

Hot tab Utility Introduction
Hot tab provides quick access to the tablet’s functions and features, such as setting up powering on/off built-in devices, and programming function keys. As the operating system starts up, Hottab starts and runs in the background. To display the Hottab, press the (Menu) Button located on the front panel, or launch the Hottab application.

The main user interface is located on the most right of the screen. There are 6 main menu options: Shortcuts, Camera, Devices Control, Setting, Light Sensor and Touch Mode. Operations and functions on each menu option are explained in detail in the user manual. Please refer to the download centre on our website to download the file.

Icon Description

Allows users to configure shortcuts to quickly access programs with a few tabs.

| Allows users to take a picture or record a video. Users can also adjust settings related to the camera in this menu option.
| Enables/disables tablet computer’s hardware functions. The configurable functions are Wi-Fi, WWAN (3G/4G/LTE), GPS, Bluetooth, Camera, LED indicators, Barcode Reader, RFID Reader, and GPS Antenna routing options.
|

Provides users information such as PC Information, Battery status, and also device settings such as power management settings, and function key mappings.

|

Allows users to enable/ disable light sensors. When enabled icon turns orange.

|

Allows users to change touch mode settings: Hand/ Rain, Stylus, Glove.

|

Shows the main battery’s current status.

| Press On to show the backup battery status.

If your device doesn’t have a backup battery then you will see an X icon next to the main battery status.

Changing Touch Mode
The M133K ultra-rugged tablet supports three built-in operating modes, for users to choose under different usage scenarios, when any mode is chosen; the background of the icon will become green.

Mode Description
In Hand/Rain mode the touchscreen rejects false inputs from liquid drops.

When the liquid is removed, the touchscreen accepts touch inputs from bare fingertips. Supports input by:

Active stylus with palm rejection

Rubber tip passive stylus

Bare fingertips

| In Stylus mode, the touchscreen supports inputs from the fine-tip passive capacitive stylus (shipped with tablet).

Support input by:

Fine-tip passive stylus with palm rejection

Active stylus with palm rejection

Rubber tip passive stylus

Bare fingertips

| In Glove mode, the touchscreen supports inputs while the user is operating the touchscreen with gloves on.

Supports input by:

Glove

Rubber tip passive stylus

Bare fingertips

Changing Touchscreen Mode in Hottab

  1. Open the Hottab utility by pressing  the (Menu) Button located on the front panel, or by launching the Winset utility application.
  2. Click on Touch mode .
  3. Select the desired touch modes by tapping on the button.
  4. Now the touchscreen mode would behave as configured.

Using the Camera
To take photos or videos:

  1. Open the Hottab application. The on-screen Hottab Camera Indicator lights orange.
  2. Point the camera at an object.
  3. Touch the on-screen shutter button to take a photo or video record button to record a video.

Basic Troubleshooting

Problem Solution
The removable battery is not charging. ·         Make sure the AC

adapter is properly connected, and that the removable battery is properly inserted.
Nothing appears on the screen.| ·         The tablet computer may be in sleep mode. Press the power button to wake up the display.

·         The brightness level may be too low. Increase brightness.

The screen suddenly turns blank and the power indicator goes off.| · Make sure that the LED indicator is not powered off in Win-Set.

·         Make sure the AC adapter is properly connected.

·         If running on battery power, the battery may be depleted, charge the battery.

Wireless LAN signal quality is poor.| ·         The tablet computer may be out of range. Move the tablet computer closer to the access point or another wireless LAN device associated with it.

·         Check if your surroundings have interferences, such as microwave ovens, and cordless phones. Move the tablet away from objects causing interference.

I cannot connect to another wireless LAN device.| ·         Make sure that the wireless LAN feature is powered on.

·         Make sure that the SSID setting is the same for every wireless LAN device in the network.

·         Restart the tablet computer.

·         Make sure the IP address or subnet mask setting is correct.

I cannot connect to another device with Bluetooth.| ·         Make sure that both devices have Bluetooth powered on in Hottab).

·         Make sure that the distance between the two devices is within 10 meters and that there are no walls or large obstructions between the devices.

·         Make sure both devices are powered on and configured to be discoverable.

·         Make sure that both devices are compatible.

The GPS cannot find my location.| ·         Make sure that GPS is powered on in Hottab.

·         Make sure that the GPS receiver and the location sensor are enabled in the Control Panel.

·         The tablet computer may be out of coverage area. Move your tablet computer outdoors or closer to a window.

·         Move the tablet computer away from objects causing interference.

No sound is produced.| ·         Adjust the volume of the tablet computer by pressing on the volume rocker.

·         If using an external audio device, make sure that the cable is properly connected.

I cannot project the tablet computer display to another monitor.| · Make sure the VGA driver is installed.

·         Make sure the output setting selected is correct.

The Barcode scanner does not emit a laser beam and does not seem to work.| ·         Make sure the Barcode scanner device is enabled in the Win-set utility.
Barcode Scanner emits a laser beam but does not read the barcode presented to it.| ·         Adjust the distance between the barcode scanner of the device and the barcode being scanned.

·         Make sure the barcode code type is enabled on the tablet. Check the “Barcode Scanner Configuration” section of the User Manual for more details.

I am having a GPS accuracy issue| ·         When using the GPS, we recommend disabling the Barcode Reader in Hottab to reduce interference.
RFID scanner does not work.| ·         Make sure the RFID device is enabled in Hottab.

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