Introduction
The right configuration depends on what people do with the tablet. A team filling in forms has different needs from one checking tickets throughout the day. The Q186 can be ordered with an optional 2D scanner for barcode work. For handling and installation, a hand strap or vehicle mount can be selected to suit how the device will be used.
Some rental companies, for example, use Q186 tablets for contracts, vehicle inspections and fee payments through their chosen software. Entertainment-venue customers use them for ticket checks and NFC fee collection. Tell SWELL about your application, where the tablet will be used and what needs to connect to it. We can help you choose what to test on a sample and discuss any changes your project requires.
For existing devices, the label helps with support and repeat orders. The Q186 label shared by SWELL shows the IMEI prefix 86498707. If you are looking up this prefix, contact Shenzhen Swell Technology Company Limited and send your label details privately so we can check the model and configuration.
Parameters
| Core Field | Explanation |
| Model | Q186 |
| Drop resistance | MIL-STD-810H: 1.22 m drop resistance. |
| Ingress protection | IP65. |
| Operating environment | Operating temperature: −20°C to 60°C. Storage temperature: −30°C to 70°C. Humidity: 95%, non-condensing. |
| Processor | Octa-core QCM6490, 6 nm FinFET process; Adreno 643 GPU. CPU cores: 1 × A78 at 2.7 GHz + 3 × A78 at 2.4 GHz + 4 × A55 at 1.9 GHz. |
| Operating system | Android 14. |
| Display | 10.1-inch, 16:10 display; 1200 × 1920 resolution; brightness: 1000 cd/m². |
| Touchscreen and glass | 10-point capacitive touchscreen; G+G construction; tempered glass with 7H hardness. |
| Memory and storage | 8GB LPDDR4X RAM + 128GB eMMC storage. |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E and DBS; IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax; 2 × 2 MU-MIMO. |
| Cameras | Front: 5MP. Rear: 13MP with autofocus and flash. |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 (BLE). |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS and BDS; dual-frequency L1 + L5. Acquisition sensitivity: −140 dBm. Cold start: <50 seconds; hot start: <5 seconds. GPS: 1575.42 MHz; GLONASS: 1602 MHz; BeiDou B1: 1.561 GHz. |
| Battery | Built-in rechargeable 3.8V / 10000mAh lithium-ion battery. |
| Speakers | 2 × built-in waterproof speakers, 8Ω / 1W each. |
| 5G bands | SA / NSA: n1 / n3 / n5 / n7 / n8 / n20 / n28 / n38 / n40 / n41 / n77 / n78 / n79. |
| 4G LTE bands | B1 / B2 / B3 / B4 / B5 / B7 / B8 / B12 / B17 / B18 / B19 / B20 / B26 / B28 / B32 / B34 / B38 / B39 / B40 / B41 / B42. |
| 3G and GSM bands | WCDMA: B1 / B2 / B4 / B5 / B6 / B8 / B19. GSM: B2 / B3 / B5 / B8. |
| NFC | 13.56 MHz; ISO/IEC 14443A, 14443B and 15693; reading distance: 0–4 cm. |
| I/O interfaces | 1 × USB 3.0 Type-A; 1 × USB Type-C for data and charging; 1 × 3.5 mm earphone jack; 1 × 12-pin pogo connector; 1 × HDMI. |
| SIM and storage expansion | Three-in-one card slot: 2 × Nano-SIM, or 1 × MicroSD (up to 512GB) + 1 × Nano-SIM. |
| DC charging and adapter | DC charging: 5V / 4A. Adapter input: 100–240V AC, 0.5A, 50/60Hz. Output: 5V / 4A DC. DC plug: 3.5 × 1.35 × 11 mm. |
| Barcode scanner (optional) | M1 hardware-decoding 2D scanner. Optical resolution: 5 mil. Scanning speed: 50 scans/second. |
| Scanner symbologies (optional) | PDF417, MicroPDF417, Data Matrix, inverse Data Matrix, MaxiCode, QR Code, Micro QR, inverse QR, Aztec, inverse Aztec, Han Xin and inverse Han Xin. |
| Dimensions and weight | 274.9 × 188.7 × 22.2 mm; 1020 g. |
| Included accessories | Adapter, cable and box. |
Optional Functions
| Optional Functions | Description |
| Optional vehicle mount | Holds the tablet in a vehicle when a fixed screen is needed. |
| Optional barcode scanner | M1 2D scanner for barcode data collection and ticket checks with your app. |
| Optional hand strap | Helps users hold the tablet while standing or moving between tasks. |
| Optional docking charger | A regular charging point at a desk, service counter or other return location. |
| Optional four-bay docking | A four-bay dock for teams using several tablets at the same location. |
| Additional power adapter | An extra adapter for a second charging location. |
| Spare battery | Replace an ageing battery or take a charged spare when working away from power. Switch off before changing batteries. |
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