Android Usage Guide - Revision history

Anw at 14:47, 15 December 2023

2023-12-15T14:47:55Z

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	* '''Network''' settings		* '''Network''' settings
	** ''Connection Timeout (seconds)'' - default 10. Recommended: 10.		** ''Connection Timeout (seconds)'' - default 10. Recommended: 10.
			* '''Monitoring''' settings
			** ''Log Outbound Data'' - default to Off, can set to On.


	=== Keyboard ===		=== Keyboard ===

Anw: Categorisation

2023-07-17T08:17:15Z

Categorisation

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	== Troubleshooting ==		== Troubleshooting ==
	When using the app on a wireless device, the application being used is subject to the connectivity of the device to the network and to the application. If there are any issues with the network connectivity or the app cannot be accessed, the application will display the main screen, showing "Error Connecting". Ensure that you have a network connection, then hit any key on any physical or popup keyboard to reconnect		When using the app on a wireless device, the application being used is subject to the connectivity of the device to the network and to the application. If there are any issues with the network connectivity or the app cannot be accessed, the application will display the main screen, showing "Error Connecting". Ensure that you have a network connection, then hit any key on any physical or popup keyboard to reconnect

			[[Category:Android]]

Anw: Added information on Zebra EKB for function, control and cursor keys.

2023-06-01T14:55:03Z

Added information on Zebra EKB for function, control and cursor keys.

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	* CLR/ESC button		* CLR/ESC button
	* Cursor buttons.		* Cursor buttons.
	Zebra provide a freely-downloadable enterprise keyboard that can be configured for function key presses.		Zebra provide a freely-downloadable enterprise keyboard that can be configured for function, control and cursor key presses (depending on your Android version). This may be used on any device, with or without a physical keyboard.

	Where the application uses function keys, the function keys may be used on any physical or popup keyboard.		Where the application uses function keys, the function keys may be used on any physical or popup keyboard.
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	The Android Back button (either physical or on the screen) is used as the CLR or ESC button.		The Android Back button (either physical or on the screen) is used as the CLR or ESC button.

			Note: On some devices, the physical cursor UP and DOWN keys do not work as expected. In this case, use the Zebra Enterprise Keyboard for the cursor keys.

	== Scanner ==		== Scanner ==

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2023-04-28T12:04:58Z

Added scanner section and voice commands.

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	The Android Back button (either physical or on the screen) is used as the CLR or ESC button.		The Android Back button (either physical or on the screen) is used as the CLR or ESC button.


			== Scanner ==
			The scanner on your device will be enabled by default for all fields.

			Long-pull the trigger to scan barcodes - the scanner will stop once it has red the barcode.

			If Voice is enabled, a short-pull of the trigger will repeat the last phrase that the device spoke.


	== Troubleshooting ==		== Troubleshooting ==
	When using the app on a wireless device, the application being used is subject to the connectivity of the device to the network and to the application. If there are any issues with the network connectivity or the app cannot be accessed, the application will display the main screen, showing "Error Connecting". Ensure that you have a network connection, then hit any key on any physical or popup keyboard to reconnect		When using the app on a wireless device, the application being used is subject to the connectivity of the device to the network and to the application. If there are any issues with the network connectivity or the app cannot be accessed, the application will display the main screen, showing "Error Connecting". Ensure that you have a network connection, then hit any key on any physical or popup keyboard to reconnect

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2023-04-28T12:01:00Z

Changed application settings.

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	=== Settings ===		=== Settings ===
	Application settings can be accessed by long-pressing anywhere on the screen~~. This allows you to change the connection timeout delay, amongst other settings~~.		Application settings can be accessed by long-pressing anywhere on the screen.

			This will show you a menu allowing you to modify the media volume or access the settings.

			The following settings are supported (also indicating recommended values):
			* '''Voice''' settings:
			** ''Enable Voice'' - default Disabled. Can be enabled to read all dialogue and error messages.
			** ''Reading speed'' - default 5. Recommended: 6
			* '''Display''' settings
			** ''Enable Image Popups'' - default Disabled. Recommended: Disabled.
			** ''Image Popup Duration (seconds)'' - default 2. Recommended: 2.
			* '''Network''' settings
			** ''Connection Timeout (seconds)'' - default 10. Recommended: 10.

	=== Keyboard ===		=== Keyboard ===

Anw: Removed Zebra details - added to installation guide.

2023-04-24T12:23:59Z

Removed Zebra details - added to installation guide.

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	The application will be named "Warehouse Terminal" and have a green Barcoders icon for its graphic.		The application will be named "Warehouse Terminal" and have a green Barcoders icon for its graphic.
	Drag to the home screen for easy access.		Drag to the home screen for easy access.


	~~== Zebra Enterprise Keyboard ==~~
	~~Zebra provide a freely-downloadable enterprise keyboard that can be configured for function key presses.~~

	* https://www.zebra.com/gb/en/products/software/mobile-computers/enterprise-keyboard.html
	* https://www.zebra.com/us/en/support-downloads/software/productivity-apps/enterprise-keyboard.html
	* https://techdocs.zebra.com/enterprise-keyboard/4-1/guide/about/
	* https://www.zebra.com/us/en/support-downloads/software/productivity-apps/enterprise-keyboard-designer.html

	~~Android 5 URL - https://CentralTyres-webtest.calidus-epod.com/WebServices/Calidus_ePOD/PDAUpdates/EnterpriseKeyboard_v1.6.0.0.apk~~

	~~[[Image:ZebraKeyboard1_6.png\|250px]]~~

	~~{{Note}} Version 1.6 does not allow function keys. Only works on Android 5 below~~


	~~Android 10+ URL - https://CentralTyres-webtest.calidus-epod.com/WebServices/Calidus_ePOD/PDAUpdates/ENTERPRISEKEYBOARD-4.1.0.11.apk~~

	~~[[Image:ZebraKeyboard4.png\|250px]]~~

	~~{{Note}} Version 4 allows function and special keys to be set up. Only works on Android 6 above.~~

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2023-04-24T12:23:17Z

Added Zebra Enterprise Keyboard details

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	== Zebra Enterprise Keyboard ==		== Zebra Enterprise Keyboard ==
	Zebra provide a freely-downloadable enterprise keyboard that can be configured for function key presses.		Zebra provide a freely-downloadable enterprise keyboard that can be configured for function key presses.

			* https://www.zebra.com/gb/en/products/software/mobile-computers/enterprise-keyboard.html
			* https://www.zebra.com/us/en/support-downloads/software/productivity-apps/enterprise-keyboard.html
			* https://techdocs.zebra.com/enterprise-keyboard/4-1/guide/about/
			* https://www.zebra.com/us/en/support-downloads/software/productivity-apps/enterprise-keyboard-designer.html

	Android 5 URL - https://CentralTyres-webtest.calidus-epod.com/WebServices/Calidus_ePOD/PDAUpdates/EnterpriseKeyboard_v1.6.0.0.apk		Android 5 URL - https://CentralTyres-webtest.calidus-epod.com/WebServices/Calidus_ePOD/PDAUpdates/EnterpriseKeyboard_v1.6.0.0.apk

Anw: Added Zebra Enterprise Keyboard details

2023-04-24T12:16:12Z

Added Zebra Enterprise Keyboard details

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	The application will be named "Warehouse Terminal" and have a green Barcoders icon for its graphic.		The application will be named "Warehouse Terminal" and have a green Barcoders icon for its graphic.
	Drag to the home screen for easy access.		Drag to the home screen for easy access.


			== Zebra Enterprise Keyboard ==
			Zebra provide a freely-downloadable enterprise keyboard that can be configured for function key presses.

			Android 5 URL - https://CentralTyres-webtest.calidus-epod.com/WebServices/Calidus_ePOD/PDAUpdates/EnterpriseKeyboard_v1.6.0.0.apk

			[[Image:ZebraKeyboard1_6.png\|250px]]

			{{Note}} Version 1.6 does not allow function keys. Only works on Android 5 below


			Android 10+ URL - https://CentralTyres-webtest.calidus-epod.com/WebServices/Calidus_ePOD/PDAUpdates/ENTERPRISEKEYBOARD-4.1.0.11.apk

			[[Image:ZebraKeyboard4.png\|250px]]

			{{Note}} Version 4 allows function and special keys to be set up. Only works on Android 6 above.

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2023-04-24T12:10:31Z

Added troubleshooting

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	The Android Back button (either physical or on the screen) is used as the CLR or ESC button.		The Android Back button (either physical or on the screen) is used as the CLR or ESC button.


			== Troubleshooting ==
			When using the app on a wireless device, the application being used is subject to the connectivity of the device to the network and to the application. If there are any issues with the network connectivity or the app cannot be accessed, the application will display the main screen, showing "Error Connecting". Ensure that you have a network connection, then hit any key on any physical or popup keyboard to reconnect

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Minor correction

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	* When you start the APK for the first time, it will display an IP address pointing to our RFServer here. You’ll need to change it to point to the IP address of your Android RFServer. To do this navigate to https://www.barcoders.com/make-server-barcode.php and generate a barcode PNG for the IP address of your Android RFServer. Print it out and scan it at the step above. You may have to exit and get back in for it to recognize the new IP address.		* When you start the APK for the first time, it will display an IP address pointing to our RFServer here. You’ll need to change it to point to the IP address of your Android RFServer. To do this navigate to https://www.barcoders.com/make-server-barcode.php and generate a barcode PNG for the IP address of your Android RFServer. Print it out and scan it at the step above. You may have to exit and get back in for it to recognize the new IP address.
	* When the menu come up, select the bottom option and test.		* When the menu come up, select the bottom option and test.


	== Using the app ==		== Using the app ==

	=== Main Screen ===		=== Main Screen ===
	When the application starts, you will be presented with an initial connection screen, which will then display all installed systems, usually as follows:		When the application starts, you will be presented with an initial connection screen, which will then display all installed systems, usually as follows: