If you are going to use CDM+ Mobile for self check-in, we strongly recommend you put the tablet in "kiosk mode." This will keep users from exiting the CDM+ Mobile Check-In app while it is running and prevent access to other apps and information on the device that is not intended for the public. There are different ways to enter a "kiosk mode" for both Android and Apple iOS. Below is Suran System's suggested approach for both Apple iOS and Android.
Place Tablet in a Kiosk Case
For ease of use and security, we also recommend that a tablet being set up as a self check-in kiosk be placed in a case that restricts access to power buttons and can be securely anchored so the tablet does not "walk away." Kiosk cases for tablets can be easily found by searching a site such as amazon.com. Keep in mind that tablets come in a variety of shapes and sizes (especially those running Android), and get a case made for your specific tablet.
Apple iOS Kiosk Mode
Please note that these steps may vary depending on what model of Apple iOS you are using.
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Open the device's Settings app. Tap Accessibility --> Guided Access.
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Turn Guided Access on.
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Tap Set Guided Access Passcode and set the passcode to a PIN that is not easily guessed.
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Turn the Accessibility Shortcut on and return to your home screen.
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Tap the CDM+ Mobile icon.
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Tap the Check-In feature icon.
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Choose the Event to which people will be checking in on this tablet.
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Tap "Begin Check-In".
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Triple-click the right-side button; the Guided Access screen will open. Click Guided Access at the top of your screen.
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Draw an outline (try to make it a square) around the top and bottom of the screen to disable access to them. Make sure you do not cover the Back button on the CDM+ Mobile screen.
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(Optional) To turn off the Sleep/Wake Button and Volume Buttons, tap Options under Hardware Buttons at the bottom left.
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When you are finished, click Start in the top right corner to put the iPad in kiosk mode.
To Exit Guided Access:
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Triple-click the home button.
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Enter the Guided Access PIN created in step 4 above.
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Click End in the top left corner.
Android Kiosk Mode
Android added a "Screen Pinning" feature as of Android 5.0 that is similar to iOS's "Guided Access". This is the recommended approach to set up your device for a "kiosk-like" environment.
If you are running a version of Android prior to 5.0, you will need to search for a kiosk app as CDM+ does not offer one.
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Open CDM+ Mobile and go the Check-In feature, select the Event for which you want to run Check-In.
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Press the Task Drawer button.
For stock Android, the square on-screen button will open the Task Drawer, but it may be different for devices that have custom skins, such as Samsung.
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Tap the pin icon.
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Check the box that says "Ask for unlock pattern before unpinning" and tap Start.
To Unpin The App:
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Tap both back and the task drawer icons together at the same time.
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Enter your unlock pattern.