ZEBRA TC53e Touch Computer User Guide

ZEBRA TC53e Touch Computer

Product Information

Specifications

• Front Camera: 8MP for taking photos and videos
• Scan LED: Indicates data capture status
• Receiver: For audio playback in Handset mode
• Proximity/Light Sensor: Determines proximity and ambient light for controlling display backlight intensity
• Battery Status LED: Indicates battery charging status and application-generated notifications
• Scan Button: Initiates data capture (programmable)
• Volume Up/Down Button: Increases and decreases audio volume (programmable)
• LCD Touch Screen: 6-inch display for all device operations
• Push to Talk (PTT) Button: Typically used for PTT communications
• Power Button: Turns the display on and off, press and hold for additional functions
• Microphone: For communications, audio recording, and noise cancellation
• Exit Window: Provides data capture using the imager
• Back Common I/O 8 Pins: For host communications, audio, and device charging
• Battery Release Latches: To remove the battery easily
• Battery: Provides power to the device

Product Usage Instructions

Front and Side Items

1. Front Camera: Use to take photos and videos by opening the camera application on the device.
2. Scan LED: Watch for the LED to indicate successful data capture during the scanning processes.

Back and Top Items

1. Power Button: Press to turn the device on or off. Hold the button for additional functions like restarting or locking.
2. Microphone: Utilize for making calls, recording audio, or canceling background noise as needed.

FAQ

• Q: How do I charge the battery?
  A: Connect the device to a power source using the appropriate cables provided. The Battery Status LED will indicate the charging status.

• Q: Can I use the front camera for video calls?
  A: Yes, you can use the front camera for video calls by accessing the video call feature on your device.

Copyright

2024/02/29

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Terms of Use

• Proprietary Statement
  This manual contains proprietary information about Zebra Technologies Corporation and its subsidiaries (“Zebra Technologies”). It is intended solely for the information and use of parties operating and maintaining the equipment described herein. Such proprietary information may not be used, reproduced, or disclosed to any other parties for any other purpose without the express, written permission of Zebra Technologies.

• Product Improvements
  Continuous improvement of products is a policy of Zebra Technologies. All specifications and designs are subject to change without notice.

• Liability Disclaimer
  Zebra Technologies takes steps to ensure that its published Engineering specifications and manuals are correct; however, errors do occur. Zebra Technologies reserves the right to correct any such errors and disclaims liability resulting therefrom.

• Limitation of Liability
  In no event shall Zebra Technologies or anyone else involved in the creation, production, or delivery of the accompanying product (including hardware and software) be liable for any damages whatsoever (including, without limitation, consequential damages including loss of business profits, business interruption, or loss of business information) arising out of the use of, the results of use of, or inability to use such product, even if Zebra Technologies has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

Features

This section lists the features of the TC53e touch computer.

Figure 1 Front and Side Views

Table 1 Front and Side Items

controlling display backlight intensity.
5| Battery status LED| Indicates battery charging status while charging and application-generated notifications.
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6, 9| Scan button| Initiates data capture (programmable).
7| Volume up/down button| Increase and decrease audio volume (programmable).
8| 6 in. LCD touch screen| Displays all information needed to operate the device.
10| Push to talk (PTT) button| Typically used for PTT communications.

Figure 2 Back and Top View

Table 2 Back and Top Items

restart, or lock the device.
2, 5| Microphone| Use for communications in Handset/Handsfree mode, audio recording, and noise cancellation.
3| Exit window| Provides data capture using the imager.
4| Back common I/ O 8 pins| Provides host communications, audio, and device charging via cables and accessories.
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6| Battery release latches| Pinch both latches in and lift up to remove the battery.
7| Battery| Provides power to the device.
8| Hand strap points| Attachment points for the hand strap.
9| Rear camera (16MP) with flash| Takes photos and videos with flash to provide illumination for the camera.

Figure 3 Bottom View

Table 3 Bottom Items

audio in speakerphone mode.
11| DC input pins| Power/ground for charging (5V through 9V).
12| Microphone| Use for communications in Handset/Handsfree mode, audio recording, and noise cancellation.
13| USB Type C and 2 charge pins| Provides power and communications to the device using an I/O USB-C interface with 2 charge pins.

Installing a MicroSD Card

• The microSD card slot provides secondary non-volatile storage. The slot is located under the battery pack. Refer to the documentation provided with the card for more information, and follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for use.
• CAUTION—ESD: Follow proper electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions to avoid damaging the MicroSD card. Proper ESD precautions include but are not limited to, working on an ESD mat and ensuring the operator is properly grounded.

1. Lift the access door.
2. Slide the microSD card holder to the Open position.
3. Lift the microSD card holder door.
4. Insert the microSD card into the cardholder, ensuring the card slides into the holding tabs on each side of the door.
5. Close the microSD card holder.
6. Slide the microSD card holder to the Lock position.
   • IMPORTANT: The access cover must be replaced and securely seated to ensure proper device sealing.
7. Reinstall the access door.

Installing the Battery

This section describes how to install a battery into the device.

NOTE:
Do not put any labels, asset tags, engravings, stickers, or other objects in the battery well. Doing so may compromise the intended performance of the device or accessories. Performance levels, such as sealing [Ingress Protection (IP)], impact performance (drop and tumble), functionality, or temperature resistance, could be affected.

1. Insert the battery, bottom first, into the battery compartment in the back of the device.
2. Press the battery down until it snaps into place.

Using the Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery with BLE Beacon

• This device utilizes a rechargeable Li-Ion battery to facilitate Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Beacon. When enabled, the battery transmits a BLE signal for up to seven days while the device is powered off due to battery depletion.
• NOTE: The device transmits a Bluetooth beacon only when it is powered off or in airplane mode.
• For additional information on configuring the Secondary BLE settings, see techdocs.zebra.com/emdk-forandroid/13-0/mx/beaconmgr/.

Charging

Charging the Device

• To achieve optimal charging results, use only Zebra charging accessories and batteries. Charge batteries at room temperature with the device in sleep mode.
• A standard battery charges from fully depleted to 90% in approximately 2 hours and from fully depleted to 100% in approximately 3 hours. In many cases, a 90% charge provides enough charge for daily use. Depending on the usage profile, a full 100% charge may last for approximately 14 hours of use.
• The device or accessory always performs battery charging safely and intelligently and indicates when charging is disabled due to abnormal temperatures via its LED, and a notification appears on the device display.

the JEITA requirements of the cell.
Below 0°C (32°F) / Above 50°C (122°F)| Charging stops.
Above 55°C (131°F)| The device shuts down.

1. Connect the charging accessory to the appropriate power source.
2. Insert the device into a cradle or attach to a power cable (minimum 9 volts / 2 amps).

The device turns on and begins charging. The Charging/Notification LED blinks amber while charging, then turns solid green when fully charged.

Charging Indicators
The charging/notification LED indicates the charging status.

Table 4 Charging/Notification LED Charging Indicators

•              The device is not inserted correctly in the cradle or connected to a power source.

•              The charger/cradle is not powered.

Slow Blinking Amber

(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 the end of its useful life.
Solid Green| | Charging is complete.
Solid Red| | Charging is complete, but the battery is at the end of its useful life.
Fast Blinking Amber (2 blinks/second)| | Charging error. For example:

•              Temperature is too low or too high.

•              Charging has gone on too long without completion (typically 12 hours).

Fast Blinking Red (2 blinks/second)| | Charging error and the battery is at the end of its useful life. For example:

•              The temperature is too low or too high.

•              Charging has gone on too long without completion (typically 12 hours).

Charging the Spare Battery
This section provides information on charging a spare battery. To achieve optimal charging results, use only Zebra charging accessories and batteries.

1. Insert a spare battery into the spare battery slot.
2. Ensure the battery is seated properly.
   The Spare Battery Charging LED (1) blinks, indicating charging.

The battery charges from fully depleted to 90% in approximately 2.5 hours and from fully depleted to 100% in approximately 3.5 hours. In many cases, the 90% charge provides plenty of charge for daily use. Depending on the usage profile, a full 100% charge may last for approximately 14 hours of use.

Accessories for Charging

Use one of the following accessories to charge the device and/or spare battery.

Charging and Communication

Ethernet
1-Slot Charge Only Cradle| CRD-NGTC5-2SC1B| Yes| Yes| No| No
1-Slot USB/Ethernet Cradle| CRD-NGTC5-2SE1B| Yes| Yes| Yes| Yes
5-Slot Charge Only Cradle with Battery| CRD-NGTC5-5SC4B| Yes| Yes| No| No
5-Slot Charge Only Cradle| CRD-NGTC5-5SC5D| Yes| No| No| No
5-Slot Ethernet Cradle| CRD-NGTC5-5SE5D| Yes| No| No| Yes
Charge/USB Cable| CBL-TC5X- USBC2A-01| Yes| No| Yes| No

1-Slot Charge Only Cradle
This USB cradle provides power and host communications.

CAUTION:
Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in the Product Reference Guide.

1-Slot Ethernet USB Charge Cradle
This Ethernet cradle provides power and host communications.

CAUTION:
Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in the Product Reference Guide.

NOTE: The USB to Ethernet module kit (KT-TC51-ETH1-01) connects via a single- slot USB charger.

5-Slot Charge Only Cradle

CAUTION:
Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in the Product Reference Guide.

The 5-Slot Charge-Only Cradle:

• Provides 5.0 VDC power for operating the device.
• Simultaneously charges up to five devices or up to four devices and four batteries using the 4-slot battery charger adapter.
• Contains a cradle base and cups that can be configured for various charging requirements.

5-Slot Ethernet Cradle

CAUTION:
Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in the Product Reference Guide.

The 5-Slot Ethernet Cradle:

• Provides 5.0 VDC power for operating the device.
• Connects up to five devices to an Ethernet network.
• Simultaneously charges up to five devices or up to four devices and four batteries using the 4-slot battery charger adapter.

5-Slot (4 Device/4 Spare Battery) Charge Only Cradle with Battery Charger

CAUTION:
Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in the Product Reference Guide.

The 5-Slot Charge-Only Cradle:

• Provides 5.0 VDC power for operating the device.
• Simultaneously charges up to four devices and four spare batteries.

Charge/USB-C Cable
The USB-C Cable snaps onto the bottom of the device and is removed easily when not in use.

NOTE:
When attached to the device, it provides charging and allows the device to transfer data to a host computer.

Scanning with Internal Imager

• Use the internal imager to capture barcode data.
• To read a barcode or QR code, a scan-enabled application is required. The device contains the DataWedge Demonstration (DWDemo) app, which allows you to enable the imager, decode the barcode/QR code data, and display barcode content.

NOTE:
The SE55 displays a green dash-dot-dash aimer. The SE4720 displays a red dot aimer.

1. Ensure that an application is open on the device and a text field is in focus (text cursor in the text field).

2. Point the exit window on the top of the device at a barcode or QR code.

3. Press and hold the scan button. The device projects the aiming pattern.

4. Ensure the barcode or QR code is within the area formed in the aiming pattern.
   Table 5 Aiming Patterns
   Table 6 Aiming Patterns in Picklist Mode with Multiple Barcodes

   • NOTE: When the device is in Picklist mode, it does not decode the barcode/QR code until the center of the crosshair touches the barcode/QR code.
     The Data Capture LED light turns green, and the device beeps, by default, to indicate that the barcode or QR code was decoded successfully.

5. Release the scan button.
   The device displays the barcode or QR code data in the text field.

Ergonomic Considerations

Avoid extreme wrist angles when using the device.

Service Information

Repair services using Zebra-qualified parts are available for at least three years after the end of production and can be requested at zebra.com/support.

www.zebra.com.

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