Using a TrackPod™ Scanning Device - Zebra TC57

Overview

This article will detail using the Zebra TC57 for scanning with TrackPod™ Session Scanning. The Zebra TC57 is an Android based mobile computer with an on-board laser scanner for fast and easy scanning of attendee badges at Sessions. These instructions are for use of the device. For using the Mobile App see:

How to Use TrackPod™ Mobile App

Instructions

Locate the box containing your TrackPod™ devices on your shipment and unpack them. For each device you will have the following pieces:

• Zebra TC57 mobile computer
• Battery (1x)
• Charging Cradle
• Charging cradle Cable 
  Note: this can be 3x pieces; 3-prong wall plug cord, adapter brick, and cradle cable

For safety when shipping the batteries should be removed from the device, you will need to install the battery for each device before charging. Seat the bottom of the battery first and press in until you hear the release buttons click and re-set. Make sure to line up the connection points before seating the battery:

Once the Battery is Installed, setup the charging cradle and plug into a grounded power source. Seat the TC57 device into the front slot of the cradle. A green light in the top right indicates a full charge, an orange light indicates the battery is charging.

Once the device is charged, remove it from the cradle and power it on by pressing and holding the power button on the top right of the device. You will see the device power on and open to the lock screen. There is no device password, swipe up to open.

After the device is open, locate the TrackPod™ App and launch the app, sign in and select your session. To scan a badge, aim the integrated scanner towards the barcode on the badge.
Note: The scanner is on the top of the device in the center:

To engage the scanner, press the trigger button on the side of the device.
Note: There is a button on either side of the device for both right and left hand use. Either button will work to engage the scanner.

Important Information

• The battery life is approximately 10 hours on a single charge, please do not over-charge the devices.
• Power off the device by pressing and holding the Power Button and follow on-screen prompt in the Power Off Menu.
• When packaging your devices for return shipping, please be sure to remove the battery from each device.

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