ZEBRA ET40/45 Enterprise Tablet User Guide
- June 3, 2024
- ZEBRA
Table of Contents
ZEBRA ET40/45 Enterprise Tablet
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Terms of Use
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Unpacking the Device
- Carefully remove all protective material from the device and save the shipping container for later storage and shipping.
- Verify the following items are in the box:
- Tablet with lithium-ion battery
- Regulatory Guide
- Inspect the equipment for damage. If any equipment is missing or damaged, contact the Global Customer Support Center immediately.
- Before using the device for the first time, remove the protective shipping film that covers the scan window, display, and camera window.
Device Features
Front View
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 back light
intensity.
4| Front camera| Use for video conferencing.
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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.
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.
Rear View
Device Top 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. |
| 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| Button that is configurable for use with
applications.
11| PTT button| Typically used for Push-to-Talk communications. Where
regulatory restrictions exist, button is configurable for use with other
applications.
12| Volume up button| Increases audio volume.
13| Volume down button| Decreases 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
The nano-SIM card is available only on ET45 devices.
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Ensure the tablet is powered off.
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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.
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Slide and hold the battery lock switch in the unlock position (1).
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While the switch is in the unlock position, rotate the battery up (2) 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.
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Insert the nano SIM card with the contacts facing down.
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Push the SIM card in and ensure that it locks into place.
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Replace the battery, contacts side first.
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Slide and hold the battery lock switch in the unlock position (1).
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Rotate the battery down into the battery well (2), ensuring it is seated properly.
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Release the battery lock switch into the lock position.
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 it is
fully charged. The Charging Indicator LED turns green when the tablet is fully
charged. You may use the tablet while it is charging.
For the best charging experience, use one of the following charging
accessories:
- 1-Slot Charge Only Cradle (CRD-ET4X-1SCHRG1-01)
- 4-Slot Charge Only Cradle (CRD-ET4X-4SCHRG1-01)
The tablet’s main battery charges from fully depleted to 90% in approximately
2 hours, and from fully depleted to 100% in approximately 3 hours.
Main Battery Charging
Charge the tablet’s main battery before using the tablet.
The 8 in. tablet main battery charges from fully depleted to 80% in
approximately 3 hours. The 10 in. tablet main battery charges from fully
depleted to 80% in approximately 4 hours.
NOTE:
The Charging indicator only illuminates when the device is connected to AC
power.
Charging Indicators
| LED | Indication |
|---|---|
| Off | Device is not in cradle; not seated properly; or cradle is not powered. |
Slow blinking orange
(1 blink every 4 seconds)| Device is charging.
Slow blinking red
(1 blink every 4 seconds)| Device is charging but the battery is at end of
useful life.
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 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 complete but the battery is at end of 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 the Device
This section describes how to charge the device using any of the ET40/ET45
cradles.
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Align the device with the alignment pins on the cradle.
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Insert the device into the cradle.
NOTE:
Ensure the tablet is flat on the cradle and all charging contacts are touching the charging base.
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The device Charging LED indicates charging.
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To remove the device from the cradle, rotate the device down slightly (1) and lift it out of the cradle (2).
Powering on the Device
Press and hold the Power button until the menu appears.
1-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.
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.
1-Slot Charge Only Cradle – Front View
| Number | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cradle alignment indicator | Use to assist in aligning the cradle with the |
tablet.
1-Slot Charge Only Cradle – Rear View
| Number | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Power input | Use to connect power to the cradle. |
4-Slot Charge Only Cradle
Use the 4-Slot Charge Only Cradle to charge up to four 8″ or 10″ tablets.
CAUTION:
Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in
Battery Safety Guidelines.
The 4-Slot Charge Only Cradle:
- Provides 12 VDC power for operating the device.
- Simultaneously charges up to four devices and up to four Power Packs using the optional Battery Charger Adapter.
4-Slot Charge Only Cradle
- Need a drawing similar to the above with a power cable and power supply connected. Need a drawing of the back of the cradle.
Scanning with an Internal Scanner
Use the integrated scanner to capture barcode data.
NOTE:
To read a barcode, a scan-enabled app is required. The device contains the
Data Wedge app that allows the user to enable the scanner to decode barcode
data and display the barcode content.
- Ensure that an app is open on the device and a text field is in focus (text cursor in the text field).
- Point the device at a barcode.
- Press and hold one of the triggers.
- Ensure the barcode is within the area formed by the aiming pattern.
Reading NFC Cards
Read contactless cards using NFC.
- Launch an NFC enabled application.
- Hold device as shown.
- Move the card to the NFC antenna (1) on the back of the device.
- Hold the card steadily until the transaction is complete (usually indicated by the application).