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ScanPal™ EDA5S Mobile Computer powered by Android™ 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. HII makes no representation or warranties regarding the information provided in this publication.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Customer Support ........................ix Technical Assistance ......................ix Product Service and Repair ....................ix Limited Warranty ........................ix Chapter 1 - About the Computer Features........... 1 About the Mobile Computer....................... 1 EDA5S Model Overview......................2 Mobile Computer Features ....................3 About the Battery ...........................
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Customize the Favorites Tray ...................26 Use Google™ Search......................26 About Screen Gestures .......................26 Set the Time Zone........................27 About Honeywell Applications....................28 Applications You Can Download to the Mobile Computer ..........29 Unlock Developer Options .......................31 Chapter 3 - Use the Imager................33 About the Imager .........................33 About the Scan Wedge Feature ..................34...
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Change the Bluetooth Scanner Settings ..............34 Restore Default Scan Settings ..................35 Default Scan Settings ......................35 Add a Scan Setting Profile....................41 Delete a Scan Setting Profile ....................42 About ScanHandle Settings.....................42 About the Optional Digital Scan Button ................42 Enable and Configure the Digital Scan Button ............42 Scan Barcodes..........................43 Scan Barcodes with the Imager ..................43 Scan Barcodes with the Rear Camera ................44...
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Start the Settings App ......................57 About the Structure of the Settings App ..............57 About Network Communications ..................68 Connect to a Wi-Fi Network ....................68 Honeywell Wi-Fi Settings....................70 How to Connect to Virtual Private Networks ..............70 About Wireless Security......................71 About Certificates .........................71 About Bluetooth Communications..................73...
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Optional microSD Card Method ..................81 About the Honeywell Upgrader ....................81 Install OTA Updates ......................81 Restart (Reboot) the Computer ....................83 About an Enterprise Data Reset .....................83 Before You Begin........................83 Enterprise Data Reset the Computer................84 About a Full Factory Reset......................84 Before You Begin........................84 Full Factory Reset the Computer..................85...
Support to search our knowledge base for a solution or to log into the Technical Support portal. Product Service and Repair Honeywell International Inc. provides service for all of its products through service centers throughout the world. Go to sps.honeywell.com...
About the Mobile Computer ScanPal EDA5S mobile computers deliver real-time connectivity, advanced data capture, and future-proof investment protection. All EDA5S models come equipped for fast Wi-Fi connectivity with a WLAN 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac radio and Bluetooth (v5.1) technology that includes Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) support.
Mobile Computer Features Imager Window (LED/Laser Aperture) * Battery Status/ Notification LED Front-facing Camera Scan Status LED Power Button Touch Panel Scan Button Microphone Note: Wrist strap not shown. Nano SIM** and/or MicroSD Card Slot * Model dependent **Cellular phone feature is available only on WWAN models. EDA5S Mobile Computer Series User Guide...
For a list of compatible accessories, see the EDA5S Accessory Guide, available for download from the product device pages at sps.honeywell.com. Contact your local sales representative for replacement battery ordering information. Caution: Improper battery replacement or incompatible device usage may result in risk of burns, fire, explosion, or other hazard.
Battery Part Numbers EDA5S Models Battery Model Number Battery Part Number BAT-EDA5S 50177747-001 Caution: Read Battery Recommendations and Safety Precautions on page 11 and all cautionary markings on the battery, charging peripheral, and device using the battery before attempting to install, use, or charge the battery.
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Remove the Battery 1. Press and hold the Power button until the options menu appears. 2. Tap Power off. 3. Lift the battery cover and remove it. 4. Pull up the tab on the back of the battery to lift and remove it from the computer.
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Install the Battery 1. Insert the charged battery into the computer. The top of the battery must go in first to connect the pins. See Battery Part Numbers on page 5. 2. Insert the battery cover into the computer. 3. Press the Power button. EDA5S Mobile Computer Series User Guide...
The battery is critically low. You need to replace the battery now or connect the computer to a charging accessory. The computer is connected to external power and the battery is charging. There is a battery error. Install another battery. If the problem persists, call Honeywell Technical Support. The Battery status LED color and Battery Status behavior (e.g., steady On, blinking, or Off)
To change the battery status LED behavior: 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Battery LED. 3. Choose one of the options: • Default Battery LED (optional Android OS configuration) •...
for individual apps and services. For usage details, select one of the apps or services in the list. You can also access the Battery saver feature from the battery screen. About Battery Life and Conservation It is important to remember that the battery slowly discharges when stored over a long period of time even when the computer is turned Off or the battery is stored outside the computer.
• Avoid dropping the battery or computer. If you suspect that the battery or computer is damaged, send it to Honeywell service center for inspection. • Replace the battery only with another BAT-EDA5S model battery that matches the part number noted in the...
Welcome Screen The first time you power On the computer, a Welcome screen appears. You can either scan a configuration barcode or use the Wizard to manually set up the computer. To learn more about how to Scan Barcodes, see page During the manual setup process, follow the prompts on the screen as the wizard has you:...
The face unlock feature is initially available as trial version for evaluation. After the evaluation period expires, you need to purchase a license to use face unlock. Contact a Honeywell representative for licensing information. Face unlock allows you to unlock the computer in sleep mode by using facial recognition with the front camera.
You can add multiple face images. To add an additional face image, tap Add face. Remove Face Unlock To remove face unlock, you can delete all face images on the computer or remove the screen lock. To remove a screen lock, see Change the Screen Lock to Protect the Computer page 13.
Good Read LED Good Read LED Descriptions LED Color Description Green Good read of a barcode. Blinking green The data collection imager is processing or starting up. Failure to scan barcode. Check to make sure you have the correct symbology enabled. About the Audio Features The EDA5S has multiple speakers, three microphones, and several software settings to configure sound volume or enable vibration feedback.
• Use the slider to adjust the media volume. • to turn toggle media volume Off. • Select at the bottom to adjust Media, Call, Ring, or Alarm volume levels. Enable Vibrate Mode Simultaneously press the Volume up (+) and Power button to quickly enable Vibrate mode so the computer vibrates instead of emitting sound for notifications and rings.
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 performance and durability.
6. Insert the microSD card into the card holder tray with the contacts facing down. Note: For WWAN models, the card holder tray has a microSD card slot and a nanoSIM card slot. WLAN models only have a microSD card slot. 7.
Description Single Charging Dock Single charging cradle for charging ScanPal EDA5S. (EDA5S-HB-R) Single Charging Home Base Single charging home base for ScanPal EDA5S terminal and (EDA52-HB) battery. Charges one terminal and one replaceable battery simultaneously. Quad Battery Charger Quad battery charger for charging ScanPal EDA5S batteries. Kit (EDA52-QBC-1, contains power supply and power cord.
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EDA5S Mobile Computer Series User Guide...
ABOUT THE USER INTERFACE AND APPLICATIONS Use this chapter to learn about the user interface and how to interact with the screen. You can also use this chapter to learn about the Honeywell applications on the computer. About the User Interface The Android operating system provides a touch-friendly and easy-to-navigate user interface.
Home Screen Features Item Description Notifications panel / Status icons to the left tell you when an app has sent notifications, such Status bar as an arriving message. System icons to the right display the current wireless and network connection state and battery level. Search bar Search the Internet or the computer using Google™.
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Keyremap. 3. Tap the plus sign (+). 4. Press the button you want to remap or select one of the virtual buttons.
To restore the button default action: 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Keyremap. 3. Tap the clean icon 4. Choose the remapped button(s) you want restored to the default setting.
View and Manage Notifications You can view recent events on the computer, manage system notifications, change a setting or quickly respond to an app notification by opening the notifications panel. When a notification icon appears in the status bar at the top of the screen: 1.
To add widgets or customize the look of the Home screen: 1. Tap and hold an empty section of the Home screen. 2. Select either Wallpapers, Widgets, or Home Settings. Customize the Favorites Tray Modify the Favorites tray to contain the apps you use the most. 1.
Tap and hold an item, and then slide your stylus or finger across the screen until you reach the target position. Lift your finger or stylus off the screen to drop the item in place. • Swipe Quickly move your finger across the screen, without pausing when you first touch the screen.
Honeywell applications help you troubleshoot and connect your computer to other devices and networks. Some of the applications in this table are located in the Power Tools app. To learn more about Honeywell Power Tools, go to sps.honeywell.com to download the Power Tools User Guide.
Applications You Can Download to the Mobile Computer You can download Honeywell applications to extend the capabilities of the computer. You may need to purchase a license to run some applications. To learn more about the applications described in this section and other Honeywell software solutions, go to sps.honeywell.com...
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For more information about Enterprise Browser, visit sps.honeywell.com. About Terminal Emulators Honeywell offers several terminal emulator solutions that allow users to manage their mobile devices by providing reliable data transfer between the host mobile device and terminal. Terminal emulators can be used for remote management and configuration of devices, data collection and analysis, and session management.
Unlock Developer Options Developer options only appear in the Settings app if you unlock the feature. If you are a developer working with the computer, you can easily unlock the additional settings to use for testing and debugging applications under development for the computer.
Use the imager as a camera to capture black and white images, such as signatures or pictures of damaged inventory. The imager camera feature requires the development of a custom application that uses the Honeywell Mobility SDK for Android. To download the Honeywell Mobility SDK for Android, Developer Information on page 77.
You can find information on how to create custom applications for the computer in the Software Development Kit (SDK) available for download from the Technical Support Downloads Portal at honeywell.com/PSSsoftware-downloads. Once you create an account and enter the portal, navigate to Software > Software and Tools >...
4. Modify the settings to meet your application needs. To learn more about the scanner settings, see Data Processing Settings on page Restore Default Scan Settings You can easily discard all changes you made to the Default profile and restore the default values.
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‘//’ ACTION '$' extra-data Where: ACTION and extra-data are any string of characters. Launches an application listening for the intent. Intent action: “com.honeywell.scantointent.intent.action.” + ACTION Intent extra: “com.honeywell.scantointent.intent.extra.DATA” contains the remainder of the barcode data after the first ‘$’ character.
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Tap the check box to toggle the feature On or Off. • Select Center Decode to adjust the feature parameters. Honeywell recommends leaving the window size settings at 50 (default) to define the “center” area for the barcode. Configurable parameters: •...
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Setting Description Default Decode Filter Use these settings to modify or reject data strings. none • Decode filter script The Decode Filter Script is used to configure a filter for decode results during scanning. For example, a filter could be used to reject barcodes that don't begin with certain characters, remove leading characters (like "00") from the beginning of a barcode, or only scan barcodes that begin with certain characters.
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Setting Description Default Region of Interest Set the ROI for decoding. Options include: Disabled • Disable ROI is disabled and the entire original image is sent to the decoder. • Standard Use the aimer position to weight activity. Activity calculated on the row and the column in the middle of each cell.
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Setting Description Default Preferred Use this setting to establish which barcode has priority if more Disabled Symbology than one barcode appears on the same label. Settings • Tap the check box to toggle the feature On or Off. • Select Preferred Symbology Settings to adjust the feature parameters.
To create a scan setting profile for a custom app on the computer: 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Scanning > Internal Scanner. 3. Tap in the upper right corner of the app screen.
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Scanning > Internal Scanner. 3. Tap and hold the profile you want to delete, select Delete and then click OK.
Before you start scanning barcodes, go into Settings > Honeywell Settings > Scanning > Internal Scanner and modify the scan profile to enable only the barcode symbologies that you need. By reducing the active symbology list, you can increase scan speed.
Scan Barcodes with the Rear Camera EDA5S models that do not have the built-in image engine can use the rear camera as a scanner. Note: Scanning barcodes with the rear camera is only supported on EDA5S models 218.01.14.0139/218.02.14.0139 or later. The rear camera does not provide an aiming beam.
4. Depending on your model type, point either the imager window or rear camera at the barcode. 5. Press and hold either side Scan button or tap SCAN on the computer screen. 6. Center the aiming beam over the barcode. Make sure the entire barcode is inside of the illumination frame.
CHAPTER USE THE PHONE You can use the phone feature to make and receive phone calls as well as transmit data through wireless wide-area networks (WWANs). Note: Phone features are only supported on EDA5S WWAN models. About the Phone Phone features on the computer include dual speakers and three microphones for noise cancellation.
Dual SIM Dual Standby Mode The nano-SIM and eSIM can be provisioned with either the same or different mobile carriers. When both SIMs are provisioned, the EDA5S operates in Dual SIM Dual Standby (DSDS) mode. In this mode, both SIMs can connect to the selected mobile network.
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3. Remove the battery from the computer. Refer to page 4. Slide the card holder tray out of the slot. 5. Place the nano-SIM card into the card holder tray with contacts facing down. 6. Slide the card holder tray back into the card holder slot. 7.
Make a Phone Call Once the phone is activated, you can make a phone call. 1. Tap in the favorites tray to open the phone app. 2. Use one of the methods below to enter the telephone number you want to call. •...
Switch Apps During a Phone Call You can multitask while a phone call is in progress. For example, you can use the Calendar app to check your schedule during a call. Note: Depending on your WWAN connection and carrier, apps that need a data connection may be unable to access online data while the phone call is in progress.
CHAPTER USE THE CAMERA Use this chapter to learn how to take pictures and record videos with the color camera(s). Note: EDA5S mobile computer models that do not include an integrated scan engine can use the rear camera as a barcode scanner. See Scan Barcodes with the Rear Camera on page 44 for information.
Take a Photo 1. Tap the Camera icon in the favorites tray on the Home screen. 2. Select to switch between the front and rear camera. The front camera does not include a Flash feature. 3. Using the screen as a viewfinder, move the computer until you see the image you want to capture.
Change Camera Settings You can change the camera settings for best results when taking pictures. The camera settings are adjustable from within the Camera app. 1. Open the Camera app 2. At the top of the screen, select any of the following to adjust the settings. The options vary depending on camera mode selected.
CHAPTER CONFIGURE THE COMPUTER Use this chapter to learn about the available methods for configuring your mobile computer. You can also use this chapter to learn how to configure network communications and wireless security. How to Configure the Computer You can configure many parameters on the computer such as the barcode symbologies it decodes or the network settings.
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• Add a network Wi-Fi connection and view saved networks. • Tap Wi-Fi preferences to access advanced Wi-Fi options, view MAC and IP address information, access Honeywell Wi-Fi settings (see page 70), and import and export Wi-Fi configurations. Mobile network...
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Connected devices In the Settings app, select Connected devices to view current, connected devices and to access the following settings. Setting Description Pair new device • Connect to a Bluetooth Device. • Lists Bluetooth enabled devices in range. • View and rename the computer. •...
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Apps & Notification In the Settings app, select Apps & Notifications to access the following settings. Setting Description Apps info View a list of recently opened apps or select "See all . ." to view a list of installed apps on the computer and system services running. Notifications Set rules for notifications.
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Display In the Settings app, select Display to access the following settings. Setting Description Brightness level Set the Brightness level manually if Adaptive brightness feature is turned Off. Dark theme Enable dark mode to switch app backgrounds to a black color. Night light Activate the Night light feature to adjust the screen tint to a light amber for easier viewing and reading in dim light or for the hours you use the device...
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Setting Description Advanced Google location Enable or disable location history and manage or delete activity. A Google history account must be associated with the device to use this feature. Activity controls Choose what type of activities are saved in your Google account. A Google account must be associated with the device to use this feature.
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Setting Description Smart Lock Define safe conditions or locations where your phone will stay unlocked (e.g. On-body, Trusted places, Trusted devices, Voice Match). Device admin apps Manage administrator privileges. Encryption & View encryption status and manage trusted credentials (e.g., view, install, credentials clear, and edit).
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• Turn High contrast text On/Off. • Turn Shortcut from lock screen On/Off. Honeywell Settings In the Settings app, select Honeywell Settings to access the following settings. Setting Description Battery LED Configures the battery LED behavior. To learn more, see...
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Setting Description Battery Optimizer View battery status and app usage information. Tap Optimize Battery to create and enable or disable a battery optimization profile that implements a group of settings to conserve power. Options include: • None When selected, no battery optimization profile is active. •...
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Options include: Keep awake on motion, Wake on motion, Face down suspend. Staging Hub Use this agent and settings to connect the computer to the Honeywell Staging Agent Hub Foundation software platform; a centralized software platform IT integrators and administrators can use as a solution for managing, monitoring and deploying Honeywell devices in a connected workspace environment.
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Setting Description Advanced Reset Options Select from the following reset options: • Reset Wi-Fi, Mobile & Bluetooth. Use to reset all network settings, including Wi-Fi, Mobile data and Bluetooth. • Reset app preferences. Use to reset app preference back to defaults. This includes apps you disabled, notification changes, default app actions set, background data restrictions for apps, and permission restrictions.
Setting Description Up time Amount of time the mobile computer has been running since the last power up or restart. Build number Kernel number installed. * If your WWAN model supports a dual SIM card setup, both sim slot 1 and sim slot 2 will be listed. About Network Communications You can easily add the mobile computer to your wireless or wired network.
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• The computer automatically connects to the same network when the network is in range and the Wi-Fi radio is turned On. • To remove a network from your saved list, tap and hold the network name and select Forget. You can do this for networks you no longer use. •...
> Network & internet > Wi-Fi. 3. Tap Wi-Fi preferences. The Configure Wi-Fi menu appears. 4. Tap Advanced > Honeywell Wi-Fi Settings. 5. Tap a setting to enable or disable the option or to access additional parameters that configure the Wi-Fi radio.
• 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.
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Android also supports X.509 certificates saved in PKCS#12 key store files with a .p12 or .pfx extension. To install a valid key store file with another extension, you must change the extension to .p12 or .pfx to install it. When you install a certificate from a PKCS#12 key store, Android also installs any accompanying private key or certificate authority certificates.
5. Scroll to the bottom of the screen and tap Disable (for System certificates) or Remove (for User certificates). 6. Tap OK. Note: You can enable a disabled System certificate, but if you remove a User certificate, you must install it again to enable it. About Bluetooth Communications Your mobile computer is equipped to communicate with other devices using Bluetooth technology.
• Home Bases Accessory documentation is available for download from the EDA5S product pages at sps.honeywell.com. For a complete list of compatible accessories for your mobile computer and their part numbers see the EDA5S Accessory Guide available for download at sps.honeywell.com.
USB Troubleshooting • If you have a problem with your workstation computer recognizing the USB device, try downloading and installing the Honeywell-aidc-usb-driver. The driver is part of the Honeywell_Mobility SDK_Android software.zip file. To learn where to get the software, see Developer Information on page 77.
3. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 4. Tap Settings > Network & internet > Hotspot & tethering. 5. Select Bluetooth tethering to initiate the shared data connection. Note: To stop sharing the connection, tap Bluetooth tethering again to turn Off the feature. Minimum requirements for Ethernet Tethering •...
Configuration barcodes do not scan and process. • \honeywell\autoinstall folders are inaccessible. Note: To learn more about network and security for Honeywell mobile computers with Android operating systems, go to sps.honeywell.com. Enable or Disable Provisioning Mode 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps.
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3. Tap the button to toggle the provisioning On or Off. EDA5S User Guide...
1. Go to honeywell.com/PSSsoftware-downloads. 2. Create a login account if you have not already created one. 3. Install the Honeywell Download Manager tool. See “Note” on the portal page. This tool is required for downloads. EDA5S User Guide...
1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Tap Settings > Honeywell Settings > Provisioning mode. 3. Tap the toggle button to turn Provisioning mode On. 4. Save the Android application file (*.zip or *.apk) in one of the following folders on the EDA5S mobile computer: •...
9. Once installation is complete, turn Provisioning mode Off. About the Honeywell Upgrader Use the Honeywell Upgrader app (HUpgrader) to check for and install OTA updates, and view the current OTA version installed on the computer. Install OTA Updates...
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2. Tap HUpgrader to open the Honeywell Upgrader app. 3. Tap , and then tap Choose OTA from storage. 4. Select the storage location (i.e., Internal Storage) where you saved the file. 5. Tap the OTA update file. The computer examines the file, and then starts the installation.
6. Once the installation is complete (100%), select OK when prompted to Reboot the computer. The computer reboots and finishes the update. Restart (Reboot) the Computer You may need to reboot the computer to correct conditions where an application stops responding to the system. 1.
Enterprise Data Reset the Computer 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Select Settings > System > Advanced > Reset options. 3. Tap Reset enterprise data. 4. Tap Erase all data 5. If prompted, type your screen lock security pattern, PIN, or password and tap next ( 6.
Full Factory Reset the Computer 1. Swipe up from the bottom of the Home screen to access all apps. 2. Select Settings > System > Advanced > Reset options. 3. Tap Erase all data (factory reset). 4. Tap Erase all data. 5.
Clean the Computer The computer housing, scanner window, camera window and touch screen may be cleaned with a soft cloth dampened with water or a mild detergent-water solution. If a mild detergent solution is used, wipe the computer with a clean cloth dampened only with water to remove any detergent residue.
Read all guidelines before using your computer. Product documentation is available for download from sps.honeywell.com. Public certificates are available for download from honeywell.com/PSScompliance.
View and download available product documentation. For example, Data Sheet, Accessory Guide, Quick Start Guide, User Guide, Regulatory Information, Battery Information. Imager Specifications The EDA5S is equipped with the following Honeywell high-performance imager: • S0703-SR (Standard Range) Imager Barcode Symbologies...
1D Symbologies 2D Symbologies Postal Codes Default Default Default Disabled Telepen Disabled Trioptic Disabled UPC/EAN Enabled UPC-A Enabled UPC-E Enabled Note: To learn about changing the symbology settings, see Change the Scanner Settings page 34. S0703-SR (Standard Range) Imager The depth of field measurements used the following parameters: •...
Focus Standard Range Symbology Near Distance Far Distance 6.7 mils PDF 417 96.01 3.78 9.29 15 mils QR 1.54 15.35 Typical Specs Focus Standard Range Symbology Near Distance Far Distance 5 mils Code 39 2.75 11.85 10 mils Code 39 1.57 20.35 20 mils Code 39...
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