Dell Rugged Control Center Version 4.2 User's Guide June 2021 Rev.
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Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to Dell Rugged Control Center..................................................................4 Chapter 2: What is new in Dell Rugged Control Center 4.2?.......................................................... 5 Chapter 3: Accessing Dashboard................................................................................................... 6 Chapter 4: Accessing Program......................................................................................................
1 Introduction to Dell Rugged Control Center Dell Rugged Control Center brings mission-critical tasks to the forefront of your rugged device, making them easily accessible. Some of the tasks include configuring programmable buttons and edge menus, operating the barcode scanner, enabling and disabling your WiFi and Bluetooth services, and so on.
2 What is new in Dell Rugged Control Center 4.2? The following are the new features, and updates to the existing features in this release: ● Added Dell Scanner Module with USB feature ● Renamed Presentation Mode as Multi Scan Mode, and Trigger Mode as Single Scan Mode ● Renamed External Scanner feature as Dell Scanner Module What is new in Dell Rugged Control Center 4.
3 Accessing Dashboard Use the DASHBOARD section to configure hardware and software controls to access key rugged device features and view system information. You can view different types of information about your system through the dashboard. Information about the batteries that are connected to your system, time remaining to fully discharge your battery, details about your system and BIOS, and information about the hardware features available on your rugged device.
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4 Accessing Program Use the PROGRAM section to customize the programmable buttons and edge menus to access various tools, applications, modes, GPS, and so on. You can also configure the GPS. After customization, you can view the options that you have selected in the respective sections. NOTE: Ensure that you install U-blox driver on your system for GPS to function.
5 Accessing Feature List Use the FEATURE LIST section to enable or disable any feature and to program your rugged device. You can use the toggle button to change the status, launch button to open the feature, and apply button to make changes. You can customize the programmable buttons and edge menus from the feature list section. You can also add applications, links, keyboard macros, and assign it to the programmable buttons or edge menus.
6 Accessing Settings Use the SETTINGS section to configure the settings of this application on your rugged device. This includes managing the keyboard backlight and enabling or disabling the stealth and night mode. In the Settings section, you can view the following: ● Application Settings—This setting allows you to manage your application preferences.
Barcode Settings You can use the barcode settings feature to capture and read information that is contained in a barcode. In Rugged Control Center, you can connect an external scanner to your system, or use the camera-based scanner to scan the barcode. Figure 6. Scanner Download and install Dell Scanner Module Driver Prerequisites ● Ensure that your operating system is updated to the latest version. ● Ensure that you do not attach the scanner module to your system before installing the driver.
Download and install Dell Scanner Module with USB Driver Prerequisites To install the Dell Scanner Module with USB driver, ensure that Rugged Control Center is updated to version 4.2 or later, and the scanner module is connected to the back of the rugged tablet. Steps 1. To download the Dell Scanner Module with USB driver, go to www.dell.com/support. 2. In the Enter a Service Tag, Serial Number, Service Request, Model, or Keyword search box, type the product name.
● Front Camera—Uses the system front camera. NOTE: To view the supported symbologies of Dell Scanner Module, Dell Scanner Module with USB and camera-based scanners, see Supported symbologies. You can also view the symbologies in the Settings section. 4. Select one of following scanner modes: ● Multi Scan Mode—Scans the barcode continuously one after another. ● Single Scan Mode—Scans only one barcode at a time and disconnects. 5.
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Table 3. Symbologies (continued) Symbology Variants Digimarc N/A Troubleshooting the External Barcode Scanner About this task After configuration, if the barcode scanner is not displayed in the Settings section, perform the following: Steps 1. Download and install any external scanner such as 123Scan Utility. 2. Open the scanner and wait for the drivers to update. 3. After the drivers are updated, go to the Data view tab and select the required scanner.
7 Customizing Programmable Buttons and Edge Menu You can customize the programmable buttons and edge menus from the DASHBOARD section, PROGRAM section, or from the FEATURE LIST section. Topics: • • • • Customize Customize Customize Customize Programmable Buttons Programmable Buttons from Feature List Edge Menu Edge Menu from Feature List Customize Programmable Buttons About this task NOTE: Programmable buttons are only supported on Dell rugged tablets.
NOTE: If the application is not listed, click ADD APP, select the required application, and click Open. Add a URL Steps 1. Launch Dell Rugged Control Center. 2. Go to PROGRAM, select the Programmable Buttons section, and click . . 3. Go to the FEATURE LIST section, select the link, and click A drop-down menu with the programmable button options is displayed. 4. Select the required option and click SAVE. The link is added to the programmable buttons.
Table 4. Feature List (continued) Category Modes Application Windows actions Feature Name Description Flashlight This feature allows you to switch the flash light on or off. Keyboard backlight This feature allows you to switch the keyboard backlight on or off. Mute mic This feature allows you to mute or unmute the mic. On-screen Keyboard This feature allows you to launch the on-screen keyboard. Pen and touch settings This feature allows you to open the pen and touch settings.
Table 4. Feature List (continued) Category Feature Name Description Project screen This feature allows you to turn the project screen on or off. Tablet personal computer settings This feature allows you to open the tablet personal computer settings. Rotate Display This feature allows you to rotate the display of your rugged system. Left menu This feature allows you to launch the left edge menu. Right menu This feature allows you to launch the right edge menu.
Customize Edge Menu from Feature List Steps 1. Launch Dell Rugged Control Center. 2. Go to the FEATURE LIST section, select the required feature that you want to add in the edge menu, and click The list of edge menu options is displayed. . 3. Select the edge menu that you want to customize. The menu item for the edge menu is selected. NOTE: You can also select the same feature for multiple edge menu options, and each edge menu can configure up to five features.
8 How to Program Buttons in BIOS About this task If Rugged Control Center is not installed in your system, you can customize the programmable buttons in BIOS. NOTE: This feature will be available from BIOS version 1.12.0. To customize a programmable button: Steps 1. Restart your system and press F2 to go to the BIOS Settings. 2. In the BIOS Settings section, go to System Configuration and click Programmable Buttons. The programmable buttons customization section is displayed. 3.
9 Policy Generation and Distribution This chapter provides details about the administrative features of Dell Rugged Control Center. Admin is a default user profile that is created for the user who is a member of the administrator group. When you log in to Dell Rugged Control Center as an administrator, you can customize or lock certain notable extended features such as Programmable Buttons and Edge Menus.
Steps 1. Run the RccGpo.msi installer file. By default, the installer is installed to %programfiles%\Dell\Rugged Control Center\gpo. You can move this template to %systemroot%\policydefinitions (local machine) or %systemroot% \sysvol\domain\policies\PolicyDefinitions(domain controller) based on your requirement. 2. Open the downloaded policy .json file from %userprofile%\Downloads\Dell Rugged Control Center\RCCPolicySettingsProfile.json. 3.
Figure 9. Policy Generator Download Rugged Control Center Steps 1. Go to www.dell.com/support. 2. Enter the model number in the Keyword field and click Search. For example: Latitude 7220 Rugged Extreme Tablet. 3. Click DRIVERS & DOWNLOADS. 4. Download the latest version of Dell Rugged Control Center. Install Dell Rugged Control Center About this task Dell Rugged Control Center is preinstalled on all supported systems.
10 Contacting Dell About this task NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information from your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country/region or region and product, and some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: Steps 1. Go to www.www.dell.com/support. 2.
