ProDVX
APPC R23 series Android 12
This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installing and configuring PADS4 Viewer on ProDVX APPC-R23 series devices running Android 12.
Compatible Devices:
Android device settings (Follow steps below)
Example:
Click Launcher Settings to return to PADS4ProDVXv2 app.
- APPC-10SLB (R23-7501)
- APPC-10SLBN (R23-7581)
- APPC-10SLBNW (R23-7591)
- APPC-10XP (R23-7221)
- APPC-10XPC (R23-7241)
- APPC-10XPL (R23-7261)
- APPC-10XPLN (R23-7281)
- APPC-10XPLNW (R23-7291)
- APPC-7XPL (R23-7261)
- APPC-7XPLN (R23-7281)
- APPC-12XP (R23-7222)
- APPC-13XP (R23-7222)
1. Before You Start
1.1 Resetting the Device
If the device was previously used, perform a factory reset to free up storage and prevent software conflicts.1
Step One
Open Android Settings.
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Step Two
Click on System.
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Step Three
Click on Reset options.
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Step Four
Select Erase all data (factory reset).
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Step Five
Click ERASE ALL DATA.
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Step Six
Confirm by clicking ERASE ALL DATA again.
Factory resetting deletes all data. Ensure you back up important files before proceeding.
1.2 Ensure PADS4 Server is Installed
During installation, you must specify the PADS4 Server location. It is recommended to install and configure the PADS4 Server before setting up the device.1.3 Ensure the ProDVX API is Installed
The ProDVX API is required for PADS4 Viewer to function on ProDVX APPC-R23 devices.Check if the ProDVX API is Running
1
Step One
Look for the PA icon in the Android status bar.
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Step Two
If the icon is missing, drag down the status bar and check notifications.
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Step Three
Look for a notification stating “ProDVX API (AOSP) is running.”
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Step Four
If the API is not installed, download it from here and install it before proceeding.
1.4 ProDVX API Token
PADS4 uses a default API token for ProDVX API authentication.Replace the Default Token (If Needed)
If you have a custom API token, follow these steps:1
Step One
Navigate to C:\Program Files\PADS4\Foundation\Apps on the PADS4 Server.
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Step Two
Locate the file prodvx-api-token.txt.
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Step Three
Open the file and replace the existing token with your custom API token.
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Step Four
Save the file.
2. Installing PADS4 Viewer
2.1 Download the PADS4 Viewer
You can download the PADS4 Viewer from: PADS4 Server:(Replace [yourPADS4Server] with your server's IP or name, and [domain] with your PADS4 domain – default is PADS4.)
Github: Download Latest PADS4ProDVXv2 APK
Important: If you download a newer version, also place it in the apps directory on the PADS4 Server. Otherwise, the server will install the older version when the device connects.
2.2 Install the PADS4 Viewer
1
Step One
Copy the PADS4ProDVXv2.apk to a USB stick.
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Step Two
Insert the USB stick into the ProDVX device.
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Step Three
Open the Explorer app on the device.
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Step Four
Click USB and locate PADS4ProDVXv2.apk.
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Step Five
Click CONTINUE when prompted.
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Step Six
Click INSTALL when prompted.
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Step Seven
Wait for installation to complete, then click DONE.
2.3 Set PADS4 Viewer to Start Automatically
Use either: ProDVX ProMGR software (Contact ProDVX for details)Android device settings (Follow steps below)
Enable Auto-Start in Android Settings
1
Step One
Open Android Settings.
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Step Two
Navigate to System Settings → Digital Signage Options.
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Step Three
Select Auto Start Application.
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Step Four
Click Start App, then select PADS4ProDVXv2.
3. Configure PADS4 Viewer
3.1 Set PADS4 Server Connection
Format:Steps to Connect to PADS4 Server
1
Step One
Enter the PADS4 Server Address.
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Step Two
(Optional) Enter a custom Viewer Name.
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Step Three
Click Start.
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Step Four
Grant access permissions to photos, media, and files.
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Step Five
The PADS4 Viewer will download and start automatically.
4. Adjusting & Updating PADS4 Viewer
4.1 Adjust Viewer Settings
To open the options screen: Hold the left mouse button or touch the screen for 3 seconds.Click Launcher Settings to return to PADS4ProDVXv2 app.