This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installing and configuring PADS4 Viewer on ELO I-Series 2 devices.

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1. Configuring the ELO I-Series 2

This page explains how to configure the SOC player to run the PADS4 HTML5 Viewer.

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1.1 Welcome Screen

When you turn on the device for the first time, it will automatically display the Welcome Screen.

  • Press the OK button twice to proceed.

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2. Installing the PADS4 HTML5 Viewer Android Launcher

PADS4 requires an Android Launcher to be installed.

Download the latest PADS4 HTML5 Launcher APK:
Download PADS4 Launcher

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Installation Steps

1

Step One

Copy the PADS HTML5 Launcher APK to a USB stick.

2

Step Two

Insert the USB stick into the device.

3

Step Three

On the device, open the Apk Installer app.

4

Step Four

Select Install and browse the USB storage for the APK file.

5

Step Five

When prompted with “Do you want to install this application?”, press Next until the Install button appears.

6

Step Six

Press Install to complete the installation.

7

Step Seven

After installation, press Open.

8

Step Eight

The PADS4 HTML5 Launcher app will start. Enter the PADS4 Server location, specifying:

  • Domain name, IP address, or PC name of the PADS4 Server.
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Step Nine - *Optional*

If default server settings were changed, open Advanced Settings to enter:

  • The correct port number.
  • The host/root path.
10

Step Ten

Press Start.

  • The first time the app runs, it will prompt you to select your Home App.
  • Select PADS4 HTML5 Launcher and choose Always.

Upon completion:

  • The launcher will download the PADS4 HTML5 Viewer software and start automatically.
  • A connection indicator icon will appear at the bottom-left corner of the screen.
    • Green: Valid connection.
    • Red: Connection issue (check logs in Viewer Settings).

A valid server connection is required during first-time setup to download the PADS4 HTML5 Viewer software.

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3. Upgrading the PADS4 Launcher from a USB Stick

To update the PADS4 Launcher, follow these steps:

1

Step One

Copy the new PADS HTML5 Launcher APK to a USB stick.

2

Step Two

Insert the USB stick into the device.

3

Step Three

Open PADS4 Viewer Settings.

4

Step Four

Select Launcher Settings from the menu.

5

Step Five

Click the folder icon in the bottom-right corner.

6

Step Six

Navigate to the USB storage folder and select the new APK file.

7

Step Seven

When prompted with “Do you want to install an update to this existing application?”, press Install.

8

Step Eight

After installation, the PADS4 HTML5 Launcher will automatically start.

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4. Adjusting PADS4 Viewer Options

On-Device Configuration

  • Press and hold the left mouse button until the menu appears.

Remote Configuration

  • Settings can also be changed using PADS4 CTRL Center or PADS4 Agent.

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5. Accessing the Android Settings Menu

To open the Android Settings Menu:

1

Step One

Open Viewer Menu.

2

Step Two

Click Launcher Settings.

3

Step Three

Click the gear icon in the bottom-right corner.

If “Hide Status Bar” is enabled, the only way to exit Android Settings is to restart the device by disconnecting power.

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6. Disabling the Android Navigation Bar

To prevent access to the Android Navigation Bar:

1

Step One

Open Viewer Options.

2

Step Two

Click Launcher Settings.

3

Step Three

Click the gear icon in the bottom-right corner.

4

Step Four

Select System Tools.

5

Step Five

Click Disable Navigation Bar.

After disabling, the only way to exit is to restart the device by disconnecting power.

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7. Performing a Factory Reset

To reset the device:

1

Step One

Open Android Settings.

2

Step Two

Select Backup & Reset.

3

Step Three

Choose Factory Data Reset.

4

Step Four - *Optional*

Select Erase SD Card.

5

Step Five

Tap Reset Tablet.

6

Step Six

Confirm with Erase Everything.

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8. Supported Features & Limitations

FeatureDescription
✅Automatic PADS4 Software Updates – The HTML5 Viewer updates automatically.
✅Offline Mode – The device will continue running presentations and schedules for 7 days while offline.
✅Portrait Mode, HTTP/HTTPS Support, Cluster Viewer Mode
❌Turn Off Display – Not supported.

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Playback & Content Support

FeatureDescription
✅Supports 4x HD (30fps) or 2x HD (60fps) Video Playback
✅Streaming Video, Video Rotation, Seamless Playback, Speed Adjustment
✅Supports JPG, PNG, BMP, GIF, Text, Tables, Shapes, Scrolling Text, Flash, PDF (Xpert License required)
❌Mouse Cursor & Interactive Data Filter Not Supported

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Device Management

FeatureDescription
✅Remote Device Management via PADS4 CTRL Center & Agent
✅Reboot, Restart Viewer, Shutdown, Wake-on-LAN
✅Retrieve Screenshots, Logs, Install Fonts, Proof of Play