Getac PS236EXT(52628387XXXX) Quick start guide

Brand: Getac

Model: PS236EXT(52628387XXXX)

Type: Quick start guide

Getac PS236EXT(52628387XXXX) is a powerful and versatile rugged mobile computer designed for use in demanding environments. With its IP65 rating for dust and water resistance and MIL-STD-810G certification for shock and vibration resistance, the PS236EXT can withstand the toughest conditions.

This device is powered by a fast processor and has a long battery life, making it ideal for use in the field. It also features a bright and clear touchscreen display, a built-in camera, and a variety of connectivity options, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS.

Rugged Mobile Computing Solutions

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QUICK START GUIDE

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TRADEMARKS

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are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United

States and/or other countries. Microsoft products are licensed to OEMs by

Microsoft Licensing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation.

All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of

their respective owners.

NOTE

The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.

English

Identifying Hardware Components

* The Expansion Port (FlexiConn™ Mini-PCIE type) connects a Getac proprietary accessory for

additional functions. When using this port, tap

Æ Settings Æ SystemÆ Serial Port Switch

to set up accordingly. (Contact your sales representative for technical information of

FlexiConn™ if needed.)

From left to right:

Mobile Phone Indicator

RF (Radio Frequency) Indicator

Charge/Notification Indicator

Camera

Lens

Flash

Hand Strap

Holder

Earpiece

Touch

Screen

Keypad

Power

Button

Microphone

Speaker

Battery

Cover

Hand Strap

Holder

Stylus

USB OTG Connector

Power Connector

Docking Connector

Serial Connector

Expansion Port Cover *

English

Getting Your Device Ready for Use

Installation

1. Turn the latch handle to unlock the

battery cover and detach it.

2. Select models only: Insert the SIM

card with the chip side facing up

and the beveled corner pointing to

the slot.

3. Insert the battery’s connector end

first and then lower the other side.

4. Replace the battery cover and turn

the latch handle to the locked

position.

Charging the Battery

Connect the AC adapter to

charge the battery.

The charge indicator glows in

amber when charging is in

progress. When the battery is

fully charged, the amber

indicator turns into green.

Fully charge the battery before

using your device for the first

time.

Performing the Initial

Startup

1. Press the power button to turn on

your device.

The backlight of the keypad will

light up and, after a few seconds,

the setup screen appears.

2. Follow the on-screen instructions to

complete the setup wizard.

3. Select models only: If a SIM card has

been inserted and the mobile phone

network operator (or you) has set

the PIN, you will be prompted to

enter the PIN.

4. After the setup is completed, the

Today screen appears. You can now

use your device.

English

Operating Basics

Suspend Mode

Your device automatically suspends

after a period of inactivity (default 3

minutes while on battery power and

5 minutes while on external power).

To resume operation, press the power

button.

Turning Off

If you are not using your device, press

and hold the power button for at

least 3 seconds until the device plays a

notification sound and turns off.

Today Screen

The Today screen shows your

upcoming appointments, active tasks,

information about e-mail messages,

and more. You can tap a section on

the Today screen to open the

program that is associated with that

section.

Using the Stylus

Use the stylus to navigate and select

objects on the screen.

z Tap Touch the screen once with the

stylus to open items and select

options.

z Drag Hold the stylus on the screen

and drag across the screen to select

text and images.

z Tap and hold Tap and hold the

stylus on an item to see a list of

actions available for that item.

Using the Keypad

n Phone keys to enter numbers/text

and to provide functions (with Fn

lock) indicated by the orange icons.

o Send key to dial or answer a call

(select models only).

p Left/Right Soft key

q Fn Lock

r Camera key to use the camera.

s End key to end or reject a call (select

models only) and to return to the

Today screen.

t F1 key to start TacLink.

Start key (with Fn lock) to open the

Start menu.

u F2 key to start Notes.

OK key (with Fn lock) to close the

current menu.

v Action key to serve as the Enter key.

English

Using the Phone (Select Models Only)

Starting the Phone

Program

Start the Phone program by any of the

three methods:

z Press the Send key on the device.

z Tap Phone (left soft key) on the

Today screen.

z Tap

Æ Phone.

Dialing a Phone Number

1. When on the Today screen: Press

the numeric keys on your device to

start entering the phone number.

While in the Phone program: Enter

the phone number using the

physical or onscreen keypad.

2. As you enter the phone number,

the program searches Contacts, Call

History, and Speed Dial to find a

matching name and/or number.

When you see the name of the

person to call listed, select it and

the desired phone number.

Or, you can continue entering the

complete phone number.

3. Press the Send key on your device

to make the call.

During a Call

During a call, you can use the soft keys

for various operations.

Answering a Call

To answer an incoming call, press the

Send key on your device or tap Answer

(left soft key).

Ending a Call

To end a call, press the End key on your

device or tap End on the screen.

For complete information of the

product, refer to the User’s

Manual (in PDF format) available

from Getac web page at

http://www.getac.com Æ Client

ort Æ Download.

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