Transferring data between your TSC5 controller / Ranger 5 data collector and another computer

You can transfer data or files between your TSC5 controller / Ranger 5 data collector and another device. There are a number of ways you can do this, including:

• using a USB (type C) data transfer cable. See Transferring data using a USB-C cable.

• using a USB (type C) memory stick; see Connecting to USB accessories.

• via Wireless LAN; see Working with Wi-Fi networks.

• using cloud-based file sync services, such as Dropbox, Microsoft OneDrive, Google Drive over Wi-Fi or 4G.

Transferring data using a USB-C cable

You can transfer data to a device powered by a Windows^® operating system or to a MacOS device using a USB (type C) data cable.

Transfer with the Windows operating system

1. Unlock the screen on the TSC5 controller / Ranger 5 data collector .

2. Use a USB type C data transfer cable to connect the TSC5 controller / Ranger 5 data collector to the Windows device.

3. On the Windows device, follow the prompts to set up the method you want to view and transfer files.

4. On the TSC5 controller / Ranger 5 data collector , the USB preferences screen should open. Under the USE USB FOR section, select File Transfer.

5. You can now view and transfer the files on the TSC5 controller / Ranger 5 data collector from the Windows file browser. Use it to drag and drop files, just like other external storage devices.

6. When you are done, eject the TSC5 controller / Ranger 5 data collector from the Windows device and unplug the USB cable.

Transfer with a MacOS device

To transfer files, you must have Android File Transfer installed on your device. Android File Transfer is compatible with MacOS X 10.5 or later and Android 3.0 or later.

1. Download and install Android File Transfer on yourMacOS device.

2. Open Android File Transfer. (The next time that you connect your device, it should open automatically.)

3. Unlock the screen on the TSC5 controller / Ranger 5 data collector .

4. Use a USB type C data transfer cable to connect the TSC5 controller / Ranger 5 data collector to the MacOS device.

5. Swipe down from the top of the TSC5 controller / Ranger 5 data collector screen to see your notifications.

6. Tap the USB for... notification. Then tap File Transfer.

7. An Android File Transfer window opens. Use it to drag and drop files.

8. When you are done, unplug the USB cable.