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Dolphin CT50 Mobile Computer powered by Android™ 6.0 Operating System User Guide...
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Disclaimer Honeywell International Inc. (“HII”) reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice, and the reader should in all cases consult HII to determine whether any such changes have been made. The information in this publication does not represent a commitment on the part of HII.
Dolphin CT50 Mobile Computer ....................1 About The Battery........................... 4 Charge the Battery......................... 4 Dolphin CT50 Non-Incendive..................... 4 Dolphin CT50 HealthCare and All Other Versions ............. 5 Charge Before Use ........................5 Change the Battery........................5 Battery Status Icon ........................7 Change the Battery Status LED Behavior ................
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Chapter 3 - The Scanner................29 The Scanner ...........................29 How to Scan Bar Codes as Keyboard Input..............29 Change the Scanner Settings ..................30 Restore Default Scanner Settings ..................30 Scanner Default Settings ....................30 Data Processing Settings....................30 Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
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Take a Photo ..........................46 Record a Video ........................46 Chapter 6 - Configure the Computer ............49 How to Configure the Computer ....................49 Start the Settings App......................49 About the Structure of the Settings App ..............49 Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
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Clean the Computer........................62 Chapter A - Specifications ................63 Physical and Environmental Specifications ..............63 Screen Specifications ......................64 Language Support........................64 Bar Code Symbologies Supported .................64 1D Symbologies........................64 2D Symbologies........................65 Postal Codes..........................65 Imager Reading Distances.......................66 Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
Honeywell International Inc. provides service for all of its products through service centers throughout the world. To obtain warranty or non-warranty service, return your product to Honeywell (postage paid) with a copy of the dated purchase record. To learn more, go to www.honeywellaidc.com...
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Honeywell offers a Non-Incendive (NI) version of the CT50 for use in hazardous environments. The NI version of the CT50 has yellow scan buttons. Throughout this manual, all versions of the mobile computer are referred to as the CT50 unless information is specific to a particular model.
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Non-incendive version certified to Class I, II, III, Division 2, Groups A-G, -20 °C to +50 °C, T4A Features of the CT50 Scan buttons Volume buttons Touch panel Navigation panel Note: The non-incendive version of the CT50 is identified by yellow scan buttons. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
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Scanner window Good Read LED Power button Battery status LED Camera lens Camera button Battery door latch microSIM and microSD door Battery Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
Honeywell recommends that you keep the battery charged at all times to prevent data loss. When you change the battery, the computer automatically goes into a power-off state and then cold boots.
Dolphin CT50 HealthCare and All Other Versions The Healthcare version of the Dolphin CT50 uses battery Model CT50-BTSC, part number 318-055-008. All other versions of the Dolphin CT50 use battery Model CT50-BTSC, part number 318-055-005. Charge Before Use Make sure you fully charge the battery before you use your computer. You can charge the battery before or after you install it in the computer.
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6. Lift up on the edge of the battery and remove it from the computer. 7. Insert the charged battery into the computer. 8. Press in on the battery door and slide it into the locked position. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
Battery level is more than 20% Steady amber Battery level is between 0% and 60% Blinking green Battery level is between 60% and 95% Steady green Battery level is above 95% Either Blinking red Battery error Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
A list shows the battery usage for individual apps and services. For usage details, tap one of the apps or services in the list. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
Battery Life and Conservation If you store the batteries outside of the computer for long periods of time, they slowly discharge. Honeywell recommends storing the battery in a charger to maintain battery performance. When you want to: Do this to save Battery Power...
• Replace this battery only with another CT50 battery as identified below. These batteries have been tested in accordance with applicable safety standards. Contact your Honeywell sales representative or distributor if this battery is no longer available. Version Battery Model Number...
You will now see the Lock screen each time you power it Unlock the Screen Every time you power on the computer, you will need to unlock it. • Swipe up on the screen to unlock it. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
13 mm (0.51 inch) surface area touching the screen, almost as if taking a fingerprint. 2. Tap the screen subsequently to use it with your gloved hands. 3. Exit “glove mode” by tapping the screen with your bare finger. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
2. Tap Display > Brightness level. 3. Tap Adaptive brightness to use the ambient light sensor to automatically adjust the brightness for your work environment. Or, adjust the slider to set the brightness level. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
1. Press one of the buttons on the right side of the computer. The Volume slider appears at the top of the screen. 2. Press the volume buttons or adjust the slider to change the volume. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
Select to set which notifications to let through when you have Do not disturb turned on and when you want to be left alone. Vibrate when ringing Select to enable vibrate mode when the phone is ringing. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
Insert a microSD Card You can use a microSD card to increase file storage capacity or to install software. Honeywell recommends the use of Single Level Cell (SLC) industrial grade microSD or microSDHC memory cards with the computer for maximum perfor- mance and durability.
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7. Press down on the SD card door and slide the door toward the bottom of the computer to lock it. 8. Insert the battery into the computer. 9. Press in on the battery door and slide it into the locked position. 10. Replace the hand strap. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
DEX/UCS store systems, vending machines, and other retail equipment. Holster Use the holster to carry the computer hands-free in the work environment. You can choose between three different holsters. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
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CHAPTER USER INTERFACE AND APPLICATIONS Use this chapter to learn about the Android user interface and how to interact with the screen. You can also use this chapter to learn about the Honeywell applications on the computer. User Interface The Android 6.0 operating system provides a touch-friendly and easy- to-navigate user interface.
Lets you view and switch between recently used apps. Home Returns you to the Home screen Search Starts a search on the computer or the internet. Volume Raises or lowers the volume of the speaker. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
2. Touch the button you want to remap. 3. Tap Keys or App to view the available functions. 4. Select the function you want to assign to the button. The function you selected now appears under the button name. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
1. When a notification icon appears, swipe down from the top of the screen. 2. To respond to a notification, touch it. The associated app opens so that you can respond. To dismiss a notification, swipe it sideways. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
(such as apps or contacts) appear below the web search results. 2. Tap a suggestion to search for it immediately, or touch its arrow just to add the term to the search field without starting to search. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
1. Tap All Apps > Settings 2. Tap Date & time. 3. Tap Select time zone and select the time zone for your location. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
Honeywell Applications Honeywell applications help you troubleshoot and connect your computer to other devices and networks. Many of the applications in this table are located in the Power Tools folder. For more information on Power Tools, look for Dolphin Power Tools on www.honeywellaidc.com.
You can configure Honeywell Launcher for your specific application requirements. You can download and use Honeywell Launcher for a 60-day evaluation period. After the evaluation period expires, you will need to purchase a license. For more information on Honeywell Launcher, see the Launcher for Android User Guide available for download from www.honeywellaidc.com.
BarcodeReader API, the scan wedge feature is temporarily disabled. You can find information on how to create custom applications for the computer in the Software Development Kit (SDK) available for download at www.honeywellaidc.com. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
Use the following tables to understand the Data Processing Settings, Symbology Settings, Imager Settings, Trigger Settings, and Notification Settings. Data Processing Settings Use the Data Processing Settings to specify how bar code data is processed by the computer. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
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- \t is replaced by 9 - \\ is replaced by ‘\’ Wedge as Keys List of character values to wedge as keys, 9,10 represented as a comma-separated list of decimal values. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
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Enable or disable special handling of EZConfig Enabled Config bar codes. Applies to EZConfig bar codes, which are encoded with the Aztec symbology and containing specific header data. Corresponds to BarcodeReader property: PROPERTY_DATA_PROCESSOR_LAUNCH_EZ_ CONFIG Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
Matrix 2 of 5 Disabled Maxicode Disabled Micro PDF 417 Disabled Disabled PDF 417 Disabled QR Code Disabled Standard 2 of 5 Disabled Telepen Disabled TLC 39 Disabled Trioptic Disabled 2D Postal Settings Disabled Disabled Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
3. Press one of the Scan buttons or press Scan on the touch screen. Make sure the entire bar code is inside of the illumination frame. When the scanner successfully reads a bar code, you hear a high beep and the Good Read LED turns on briefly. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
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CDMA or UMTS depending on your wireless communication needs. • Honeywell supports Verizon in the United States (only) as a CDMA network carrier. For other carriers, contact Honeywell Technical Support. After you turn on the phone and activate service with your wireless carrier, you can customize the phone features and network settings in the Wireless &...
4. Lift up on the edge of the battery and remove it from the computer. 5. Lift up on the SIM and MicroSD door. 6. Press down and slide the SIM door toward the top of the computer to open it. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
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8. Close the SIM card door and slide it toward the bottom of the computer to secure it. 9. Replace the battery, reconnect the hand strap, and press the Power button to turn on the computer. The phone is now ready to use. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
CDMA settings persist through a factory data reset. The activation process is slightly different for each CDMA carrier. Your carrier sales contact and an Honeywell representative can guide you through the process. In general, you activate the CDMA phone as follows: 1.
2. Tap and then tap Settings. A list of call settings appears. 3. Tap Voicemail > Setup > Voicemail number. 4. If you are an AT&T customer, enter your voicemail number. 5. Tap OK. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
Carrier Selection App. 1. Tap All Apps > Carrier Selection. 2. Select a carrier from the list and tap Apply Settings. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
You can customize settings for the phone, including the ringtone, voicemail options, keypad tones, internet call settings, and other options. 1. Tap 2. Tap and then tap Settings. The Call settings menu appears. 3. Change phone settings as necessary. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
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The camera zoom is controlled using a pinching motion on the touch screen. Place two fingers on the screen at the same time, and then: • spread fingers apart to zoom in (enlarge and object). • pinch fingers together to zoom out. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
2. Swipe the screen to the right until the camera options appear in the left column. 3. Tap to select video. 4. Tap to begin recording video. To zoom in or out, pinch or spread your fingers apart. 5. When you are done recording, tap Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
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1. Press the Camera button or tap All Apps and then tap Camera 2. Tap 3. Tap to view the options for video. 4. Tap the grid or the flash icon to turn the option on or off. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
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Ethernet settings and set up a proxy. Data usage Displays a list of phone data usage for the current data usage cycle. Tap the Data usage cycle list to select another date range. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
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Selects the active language and default keyboard. Sets auto-typing features such as capitalization and punctuation. Adjusts the pointer speed for an external mouse or trackpad. Backup & reset Restores factory default settings. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
2. Slide the Wi-Fi switch to On. A list of discovered networks appears. 3. (Optional) To search for a network not in the list, tap , tap Add network, type the network name, and then tap SAVE. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
4. If the network has no proxy settings, tap None in the Proxy Settings list, and then tap Manual in that list. 5. Enter the proxy settings for the network. 6. Tap Save. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
You view and change VPN settings in the Settings App. Note: Before you can access VPNs, you need to set a lock screen PIN or password. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
• LEAP • Honeywell recommends WPA2 security with PSK (Personal) or 802.1x (Enterprise) key management. Before you set security, you need to enable the radio, set the date, and set the SSID on your computer. To use 802.1x security, you need to load a root certificate on your computer.
Remove (for User certificates). 4. If necessary, you can enable a disabled System certificate from this location. If you remove a User certificate, you must install it again to enable it. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
2. If Bluetooth is off, slide the Bluetooth switch on. A list of available Bluetooth devices appears. 3. (Optional) If the device you want does not appear in the list, make sure the device is turned on and discoverable, and tap and then tap Refresh. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
1. Open the Settings App and tap Bluetooth. 2. Tap the Settings icon next to the paired device. • To rename the device, type the new name, and then tap OK. • To disconnect the device, tap Forget. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
(such as account information and credentials) and running custom smart card applets. Note: Sleep Mode (Suspend Mode) and the screen lock temporarily turns the NFC radio off. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
Reset: Restarts the computer and goes through the initialization process. • Clean boot: Completely erases the computer memory, including all applications and data files, except those in the Flash File Store or any removable storage. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
1. Save your files and close any open applications. 2. Press and hold the Power button. This screen appears: 3. Tap Reboot. 4. When prompted that the CT50 will reboot, tap OK. The computer reboots and restarts. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
6. If prompted, type your screen lock security pattern, PIN, or password and tap Next ( 7. Tap Erase Everything. The computer tells you that it is performing a factory data reset. The computer restarts at the initial set up screen. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
3. Wipe off the scanner window, camera lens, and flash area. Do not allow any abrasive material to touch these surfaces. 4. Wipe dry. 5. Let the computer completely air dry before using again. Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
-30 °C to 70 °C (-22 °F to 158 °F) For maximum battery life, store at 23 °C (73 °F) at 50% charge. Relative humidity 0% to 95% non-condensing (operating): Environmental rating: IP67, Category 1 Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...
• TLC39 • OCR-A • OCR-B Postal Codes • Australian Post • Canadian Post • KIX (Netherlands Dutch) Post • Japanese Post • British Post • Planet Code • Postnet • UsIntelligent Dolphin CT50 powered by Android 6.0 User Guide...