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# XDS Series

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for **installing and configuring PADS4 Viewer** on the **IAdea XDS Series (Android 7.1)** devices, including:

* **XDS-XX22 (A/H)**
* **XDS-1078**
* **XDS-1088 (A/H)**
* **XDS-1588 (A/H)**

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## **1. First-Time Use**

Before installation, ensure that the **PADS4 Server is set up and configured properly**.

<Note>
  The minimum **PADS4 Server version** required is **PADS4 Foundation 2021.3**.
</Note>

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### **1.1 Prerequisites**

Before installing **PADS4IAdea** on the **XDS Series**, ensure that the following conditions are met:

* **Android version:** 7.1
* **Firmware version:** 2.2.3
* **The device is connected to a network**

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### **1.2 Resetting the Device**

If the device was used previously, perform a **factory reset** to clear storage and prevent software conflicts.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Step One">
    Open **IAdea Basic Settings**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Two">
    Click on **Advanced**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Three">
    Select **System → Factory Default**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Four">
    Press **OK** to confirm the factory reset.
  </Step>
</Steps>

After resetting, the **Basic Settings screen** will appear.

***

## **2. Installing PADS4 Viewer**

Follow the steps below to install and configure **PADS4 Viewer on the IAdea XDS Series**.

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### **2.1 Checking Device Firmware**

To ensure full **PADS4 Viewer compatibility**, verify that the device is running firmware version **2.2.3**.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Step One">
    Open **IAdea Basic Settings**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Two">
    Click on **Advanced**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Three">
    Select **Information**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Four">
    The **Firmware Version** is displayed on the right-hand side of the screen.
  </Step>
</Steps>

***

### **2.2 Updating Device Firmware**

To update the firmware, follow the instructions provided by **IAdea**:

* **Download firmware updates** from: [**IAdea Support Page**](https://support.iadea.com/).

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### **2.3 Installing PADS4IAdea from USB Stick**

The **PADS4IAdea.apk** file is available on the **PADS4 Server** at:

```
C:\Program Files\PADS4\Foundation\Apps
```

Alternatively, download the latest version from [**here**](https://github.com/PADS4/PADS4-Viewer-IAdea/releases/latest) and place it in the **PADS4 Server apps directory**.

#### **Installation Steps**

<Steps>
  <Step title="Step One">
    Copy the **PADS4IAdea.apk** onto a **USB stick**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Two">
    Insert the **USB stick** into the **IAdea XDS Series** device.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Three">
    Open **IAdea Basic Settings**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Four">
    Click on **Advanced**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Five">
    Click **three times** in the **lower right corner** of the **Advanced menu** to access Android.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Six">
    The **Android Home Screen** will now be visible.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Seven">
    Open the **File Manager app**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Eight">
    Select **USB** and click on **PADS4IAdea.apk**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Nine">
    If prompted about **unknown sources**, enable the setting in **Security Settings** and return to the **File Manager**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Ten">
    Press **Install**, then **Open** when the installation is complete.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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### **2.4 Configuring PADS4IAdea for Automatic Start**

<Steps>
  <Step title="Step One">
    Open the **PADS4IAdea app** and click on **System Setting**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Two">
    Click on **Advanced**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Three">
    Select **Content → AppStart**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Four">
    Open the **Advanced Sub Menu**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Five">
    In **Package Name**, enter:

    ```
    com.pads4.viewer.iadea  
    ```
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Six">
    Click **Set** to save the setting.
  </Step>
</Steps>

***

### **2.5 Connecting to PADS4 Server**

**PADS4 Server Address Format:**

```
protocol://host:port/hostpath/  
```

* **Protocol:** `http` or `https` (depends on SSL certificate).
* **Host:** DNS name or **IP address** of **PADS4 Server**.
* **Port:** *(Optional - specify only if using non-default ports).*
* **Host Path:** Configured in **System Management** *`(default: PADS4)`*.

#### **Connection Steps**

<Steps>
  <Step title="Step One">
    Enter the **PADS4 Server Location**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Two - *Optional*">
    Specify a **Viewer Name** (if left blank, PADS4 will generate one).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Three">
    Press **Start**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Four">
    Grant **permission to access media and files** when prompted.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step Five">
    The **PADS4 Viewer** will be **downloaded and installed**.
  </Step>
</Steps>

***

## **3. Supported Features & Limitations**

| Feature | Description                                                                                 |
| :-----: | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
|    ✅    | **Automatic Software Updates** – Updates when the **PADS4 Server** updates.                 |
|    ✅    | **Offline Mode** – The device continues running presentations for **7 days** while offline. |
|    ✅    | **Supports HTTP & HTTPS**                                                                   |
|    ✅    | **Maximum 2 Videos Per Page**                                                               |
|    ✅    | **Cluster Viewer Mode** – Supported.                                                        |
|    ✅    | **Interactive Button, Text, Scrolling Text, Image, Table**                                  |
|    ✅    | **PowerPoint & PDF Elements** – *(PowerPoint requires installation on PADS4 Server)*.       |
|    ✅    | **Device Management** – Remote control via **PADS4 CTRL Center & PADS4 Agent**.             |
|    ✅    | **Reboot & Restart Viewer** – Supported.                                                    |
|    ❌    | **Wake-on-LAN** – Not supported.                                                            |
|    ✅    | **Proof of Play Tracking** – Monitors content playback history.                             |

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## **4. Troubleshooting**

| **Problem**                                      | **Solution**                                  |
| ------------------------------------------------ | --------------------------------------------- |
| **Browser is not running full screen**           | Check firmware version – may be incompatible. |
| **Device fails to connect via Ethernet**         | Updating firmware may resolve the issue.      |
| **Navigation bar is visible**                    | Updating firmware may fix this.               |
| **Repeated permission prompts for file storage** | Check firmware version – may be incompatible. |