ImpulseRadar
PinpointR User Manual V1.0
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Overview
The PinpointR is set-up and controlled wirelessly via the IPR App once installed on a suitable Android
device. Refer to Appendix A for a list of specification requirements. Note that an adapter may be
needed.
Android devices that meet or exceed the minimum specification requirements will generally offer
better performance in terms of data recovery and on-screen functionality. That said, low-end Android-
based smartphones can offer a quick and simple means of collecting radar profiles.
Since Android devices are not as standardized as PC, there may be slight variations in the way
software is installed and operated between different devices. The following section will detail various
screenshots and menus as taken from a recommended device. However, this may be slightly different
from your personal device.
IPR App installation
Security note
As part of the Android operating system, there is a security restriction that prevents the installation of
applications from outside the Google Play Store. Since the IPR App is not yet available on the Google
Play Store, you will need to make some adjustments to your device system settings to proceed with
the installation, as follows:
1. Navigate to Settings > Personal > Lock screen and security
2. Check the option "Unknown sources"
3. At the message prompt, select OK
You may now proceed with the installation of the IPR App.
The IPR App software is supplied on a USB thumb drive and can either be installed directly from this
device or by copying it to the internal memory of your Android device. Whichever method you chose,
the installation process is as follows:
1. Locate the file <IPR-X.XXX.apk>¹ and start it to initiate the installation
2. The recommended file system for this App is "ES File Explorer"
3. When prompted, allow permission for the PinpointR App to access photos, media, and files on
your device, so that radargrams can be saved and opened. Also, allow permission for the
PinpointR App to access your device location. This permission allows the app to manage Wi-fi
and Bluetooth communication, which is necessary for the app to be able to connect properly
to the PinpointR antenna. The App will keep asking for the permissions until all the permissions
asked for are granted. If you deny the permission and the same time checks neer ak again,
you will be directed to the Android Settings App and then the App will exit because the app
will not work properly without the permissions.
¹ X.XXX will be numerical according to the latest software release.
