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8 Setting up Carlson Boretrak software on an Android device
Carlson Boretrak software runs on a Windows or Android mobile device or on a Windows PC. This section
describes the process of installation and setup on an Android device. Section 9 describes the same process on a
Windows device.
The most recent version of Carlson Boretrak is always available from the downloads section of Carlson’s website.
Go to:
https://web.carlsonsw.com/files/updates/updates05.php
Select Carlson Boretrak for Android from the dropdown list and download the *.APK file.
8.1 Licensing and registration
Carlson Boretrak has a non-restrictive distribution license, so it may be installed on as many tablets as required.
8.2 Recommended specs
If you have opted to purchase a Boretrak2 system without a mobile device, you must supply your own device to run
Carlson Boretrak. Before selecting such a device, please consider the following points:
• The device should run Android version 7.0 – Nougat – or above. Android version 5.0 – Lollipop – can run
Carlson Boretrak with limited graphic capabilities.
• Any device used in the field should be highly ruggedised to withstand the harsh conditions that are typical
for the applications in which the Boretrak2 hardware is used. An environmental protection rating of at least
IP65 is recommended.
• The battery capacity of the device should allow you to operate for a full day in the field.
• Carlson Boretrak is adaptable to different sizes of screen but consider whether your operation will benefit
from detailed visual analysis of data in the field. In this case, bigger tablet screens are preferable.
Alternatively, the only concern in the field may be efficient data collection, in which a small PDA would
suffice.
• Given the nature of Boretrak2 deployments, it is important that you should be able to attach a neck or wrist
strap to the device to allow you to have both hands free when appropriate. The attachment will often need
to be to a separate case which in turn contains the device.
• Features improving the readability of the screen in sunlight, and the response of the touchscreen in rain are
useful.
• Users running mobile devices which have been supplied as part of a Boretrak2 system can be fully
supported by Carlson. It may be more difficult to support devices which have not been tested and used by
Carlson support staff.
8.3 Recommended PDA settings
On receipt of a new Boretrak2 system, no changes of any Android settings are required to run the PDA as part of
the Boretrak2 system. However, it is recommended that you set the correct time and date for your region.
If you have purchased your own PDA you may wish to ensure that the settings below are reviewed and configured,
depending on your operational requirements. Note that these settings differ between devices.
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