CipherLab 1660 User Manual

1660 Barcode Scanne

Setup labels included.

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IMPORTANT NOTICES

FOR USA

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible

FOR CANADA

for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled "Digital Apparatus," ICES-003 of Industry Canada.

Cet appareil numerique respecte les limites de bruits radioelectriques applicables aux appareils numeriques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le material brouilleur: "Appareils Numeriques," NMB-003 edictee par l'Industrie.

FOR HAND-HELD PRODUCT WITH RF FUNCTIONS

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator & your body.

It only operated in hand-held used. If you only transfer data to Host by Bluetooth, please keep the minimum distance 20 cm between machine & your body.

FOR PRODUCT WITH LASER

Per FDA and IEC standards, the scan engines described in this manual are not given a laser classification. However, the following precautions should be observed:

CAUTION

This laser component emits FDA / IEC Class 2 laser light at the exit port. Do not stare into beam.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

 The use of any batteries or charging devices, which are not originally sold or

manufactured by CipherLab, will void your warranty and may cause damage to human body or the product itself.

 DO NOT disassemble, incinerate or short circuit the battery.  DO NOT expose the scanner or the battery to any flammable sources.  For green-environment issue, it's important that batteries should be recycled in a

proper way.

 Under no circumstances, internal components are self-serviceable.  The charging and communication cradle uses an AC power adaptor. A socket outlet

shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Make sure there is stable power supply for the mobile computer or its peripherals to operate properly.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

 Use a clean cloth to wipe dust off the scanning window and the body of the scanner

as well as the cradle. DO NOT use/mix any bleach or cleaner.

 If you want to put away the scanner for a period of time, download the collected data

to a host computer when in the memory mode, and then take out the battery. Store the scanner and battery separately.

 When the scanner resumes its work, make sure the battery is fully charged before

use.

 If you shall find the scanner malfunctioning, write down the specific scenario and

consult your local sales representative.

RELEASE NOTES

Version Date Notes

0.94 Mar. 19, 2008

0.93 Feb. 26, 2008

0.92 Feb. 15, 2008

0.91 Feb. 14, 2008 Separate manual for1660 for review

0.90 Jan. 25, 2008 Draft for use in pilot production

 Modified: section 1.6.6 Aiming Mode – Timeout (1~15 sec)  New: section 4 Changing Symbology Settings – ISBT 128  Modified: remove 1662

 Modified: section 2.1.3 Keyboard Settings – illustration

* The documentation is subject to change without prior notice.

CONTENTS

IMPORTANT NOTICES ...................................................................................................................... - 3 -

For USA .......................................................................................................................................... - 3 -

For Canada .................................................................................................................................... - 3 -

For Hand-held Product with RF Functions ................................................................................... - 3 -

For Product with Laser .................................................................................................................. - 4 -

Safety Precautions ........................................................................................................................ - 4 -

Care & Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... - 4 -

RELEASE NOTES .....................................

INTRODU

Quick Start .................................................

UNDERSTANDING THE BARCODE SCANNER ............................................................

CTION .................................................................................................................................... 1

Inside the Package............................................................................................................................ 2

Product Highlights ............................................................................................................................. 2

Enter Configuration Mode................................................................................................................. 4

Exit Configuration Mode.................................................................................................................... 4

Default Settings................................................................................................................................. 5

Save User Settings as Defaults................................................................................................... 5

Restore User Defaults.................................................................................................................. 5

Restore System Defaults ............................................................................................................. 5

Read a Setup Label........................................................................................................................... 6

Configure Parameters.................................................................................................................. 6

List the Current Settings.............................................................................................................. 9

1.1 Battery ....................................................................................................................................... 11

1.1.1 Installing the Battery........................................................................................................ 11

1.1.2 How to Operate the Scanner ........................................................................................... 12

1.1.3 Auto Power Off.................................................................................................................. 12

1.2 Memory .....................................................................................................................................13

1.2.1 Transmit Buffer ................................................................................................................13

1.2.2 Memory Mode ..................................................................................................................13

1.3 LED Indicator.............................................................................................................................15

1.3.1 Good Read LED ................................................................................................................ 16

1.4 Beeper....................................................................................................................................... 16

1.4.1 Beeper on 1660............................................................................................................... 16

1.4.2 Beeper Volume.................................................................................................................17

1.4.3 Good Read Beep .............................................................................................................. 17

1.4.4 Low Battery Alarm ............................................................................................................ 18

1.5 Send “NR” to Host ....................................................................................................................19

1.6 Scan Modes .............................................................................................................................. 19

1.6.1 Continuous Mode............................................................................................................. 20

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1.6.2 Test Mode......................................................................................................................... 21

1.6.3 Laser Mode....................................................................................................................... 21

1.6.4 Auto Off Mode...................................................................................................................21

1.6.5 Auto Power Off Mode .......................................................................................................22

1.6.6 Aiming Mode..................................................................................................................... 22

1.6.7 Multi-Barcode Mode......................................................................................................... 23

1.7 Scanning Timeout.....................................................................................................................23

1.8 Delay between Re-read ............................................................................................................ 24

1.9 Effective Decoding Area ........................................................................................................... 25

1.9.1 Positioning Window.......................................................................................................... 25

1.9.2 Adjusting Window.............................................................................................................25

1.10 Negative Barcodes .................................................................................................................27

1.11 Symbologies Supported......................................................................................................... 27

1.11.1 Read Redundancy for All Symblogies........................................................................... 28

1.11.2 Addon Security for UPC/EAN Barcodes ........................................................................28

SELECTING OUTPUT INTERFACE .............................................

2.1 Bluetooth HID............................................................................................................................31

2.1.1 Activate Bluetooth HID & Select Keyboard Type............................................................ 32

2.1.2 Reset Connection............................................................................................................. 32

2.1.3 Keyboard Settings............................................................................................................ 33

2.1.4 Inter-Function Delay......................................................................................................... 36

2.2 Bluetooth SPP........................................................................................................................... 38

2.2.1 Activate Bluetooth SPP ....................................................................................................38

2.2.2 Inter-Function Delay......................................................................................................... 38

2.2.3 ACK/NAK Timeout............................................................................................................ 39

SETTING UP BLUETOOTH

3.1 Configuring Bluetooth Settings................................................................................................ 42

3.1.1 Sniff Mode (Power-saving)............................................................................................... 42

3.1.2 Device Name Broadcasting ............................................................................................. 42

3.1.3 Authentication .................................................................................................................. 43

3.2 Connecting via Bluetooth Dongle ............................................................................................ 44

3.2.1 Bluetooth HID – Add Bluetooth Device Wizard ..............................................................44

3.2.2 Bluetooth SPP – Add Bluetooth Device Wizard..............................................................44

CHANGING SYMBOLOGY SETTINGS ...............................................................

4.1 Codabar.....................................................................................................................................52

4.1.1 Start/Stop Characters Selection .....................................................................................52

4.1.2 Start/Stop Transmission..................................................................................................52

4.1.3 CLSI Conversion ...............................................................................................................53

4.2 Code 25 – Industrial 25........................................................................................................... 54

4.2.1 Start/Stop Pattern Selection ...........................................................................................54

4.2.2 Checksum Verification .....................................................................................................54

4.2.3 Checksum Transmission..................................................................................................55

4.2.4 Code Length Qualification ...............................................................................................55

4.3 Code 25 – Interleaved 25........................................................................................................ 57

4.3.1 Start/Stop Pattern Selection ...........................................................................................57

4.3.2 Checksum Verification .....................................................................................................57

4.3.3 Checksum Transmission..................................................................................................58

CONNECTIONS ......................................................................................... 41

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4.3.4 Code Length Qualification ...............................................................................................58

4.4 Code 25 – Matrix 25 ................................................................................................................ 60

4.4.1 Start/Stop Pattern Selection ...........................................................................................60

4.4.2 Checksum Verification .....................................................................................................60

4.4.3 Checksum Transmission..................................................................................................61

4.4.4 Code Length Qualification ...............................................................................................61

4.5 Code 39.....................................................................................................................................63

4.5.1 Start/Stop Transmission..................................................................................................63

4.5.2 Checksum Verification .....................................................................................................63

4.5.3 Checksum Transmission..................................................................................................64

4.5.4 Standard/Full ASCII Code 39 ..........................................................................................64

4.6 Code 93.....................................................................................................................................65

4.7 Code 128 ..................................................................................................................................65

4.8 EAN-8......................................................................................................................................... 66

4.8.1 Convert to EAN-13............................................................................................................ 66

4.8.2 Checksum Transmission..................................................................................................67

4.9 EAN-13 ......................................................................................................................................68

4.9.1 ISBN Conversion...............................................................................................................68

4.9.2 ISSN Conversion............................................................................................................... 69

4.9.3 Checksum Transmission..................................................................................................69

4.10 EAN-128..................................................................................................................................70

4.10.1 Code ID Transmission.................................................................................................... 70

4.10.2 Field Separator (GS Character)..................................................................................... 70

4.11 ISBT 128 .................................................................................................................................71

4.12 MSI .......................................................................................................................................... 72

4.12.1 Checksum Verification................................................................................................... 72

4.12.2 Checksum Transmission ............................................................................................... 72

4.12.3 Code Length Qualification .............................................................................................73

4.13 French Pharmacode...............................................................................................................75

4.13.1 Checksum Transmission ............................................................................................... 75

4.14 Italian Pharmacode ................................................................................................................ 76

4.14.1 Checksum Transmission ............................................................................................... 76

4.15 Plessey ....................................................................................................................................77

4.15.1 Convert to UK Plessey ...................................................................................................77

4.15.2 Checksum Transmission ............................................................................................... 77

4.16 RSS Family.............................................................................................................................. 78

4.16.1 Code ID Selection ..........................................................................................................78

4.16.2 RSS-14............................................................................................................................ 78

4.16.3 RSS Expanded................................................................................................................ 79

4.16.4 RSS Limited....................................................................................................................80

4.17 Telepen ...................................................................................................................................82

4.17.1 Telepen Output – Full ASCII/Numeric ..........................................................................82

4.18 UPC-A....................................................................................................................................... 83

4.18.1 Convert to EAN-13 .........................................................................................................83

4.18.2 System Number Transmission ......................................................................................84

4.18.3 Checksum Transmission ............................................................................................... 84

4.19 UPC-E....................................................................................................................................... 85

4.19.1 System Number Selection.............................................................................................85

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4.19.2 Convert to UPC-A............................................................................................................ 86

4.19.3 System Number Transmission ......................................................................................86

4.19.4 Checksum Transmission ............................................................................................... 86

DEFINING OUTPUT FORMAT ..........................................................................

5.1 Letter Case................................................................................................................................89

5.2 Character Substitution ............................................................................................................. 90

5.2.1 Select a Set for Character Substituion ...........................................................................90

5.2.2 Symbologies for Character Substitution (All 3 Sets) ...................................................... 91

5.3 Prefix/Suffix Code.....................................................................................................................96

5.4 Code ID......................................................................................................................................97

5.4.1 Select Pre-defined Code ID.............................................................................................. 97

5.4.2 Change Code ID................................................................................................................ 98

5.4.3 Clear Code ID Settings...................................................................................................100

5.5 Length Code............................................................................................................................101

5.6 Multi-Barcode Editor...............................................................................................................104

5.6.1 Edit a Concatenation of Barcodes ................................................................................105

5.6.2 Activate the Concatenation of Barcodes ......................................................................106

APPLYING FORMATS FOR DATA EDITING.....

6.1 Format Selection ....................................................................................................................108

6.1.1 Activate Editing Formats................................................................................................108

6.1.2 Exclusive Data Editing....................................................................................................109

6.2 Editing Format.........................................................................................................................110

6.2.1 Select Format to Configure............................................................................................110

6.2.2 Restore Default Format .................................................................................................111

6.2.3 Define Data Criteria .......................................................................................................112

6.2.4 Divide Data into Fields..................................................................................................

6.2.5 Field Settings..................................................................................................................117

6.2.6 Field Transmission Sequence .......................................................................................121

6.3 Programming Examples .........................................................................................................123

6.3.1 Example I ........................................................................................................................123

6.3.2 Example II .......................................................................................................................123

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SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................

NUMERAL SYSTEMS ..................................

Decimal System.............................................................................................................................127

Hexadecimal System.....................................................................................................................128

Entering PIN Code for Bluetooth Connection ..............................................................................129

KEYBOAR

Keyboard Wedge Table .................................................................................................................131

ASCII Table.....................................................................................................................................133

HOST SERIAL COMMANDS ........................................................

Serial Commands..........................................................................................................................135

D WEDGE TABLE & ASCII TABLE......................................................................................131

Key Type....................................................................................................................................131

Key Status ................................................................................................................................132

User-defined Scan Code ..........................................................................................................133

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Example .........................................................................................................................................136

UPGRADING FIRMWARE .................................................................................

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INTRODUCTION

CipherLab’s new small-form-factor 1600 Series Barcode Scanners are specifically designed to answer your mobile demands. The palm-sized 1660 scanners are designed to help accelerate productivity while lowering the total cost of ownership. Intensive data collection jobs are made easier with fast, accurate barcode scanning in various working environments, especially in small businesses. Integrating Bluetooth technology to small-form-factor scanners, the 1660 Bluetooth scanners are ideal for carrying in your pocket, and thus give workers tether-free mobility anytime anywhere and get job done more efficiently. This line of Bluetooth scanners has a range of up to 3 meters and a prolonged battery life that provides up to 30 hours uptime to keep business running.

Owing to the compact design, extremely low power consumption, and powerful decoding capability, CipherLab Barcode Scanners are the best choice for the following applications –

 Receiving in Retail  Product labeling & Tracking  Shelf Product Replenishment  Mobile Point of Sale (POS)  Mobile Inventory Management  Order Picking & Staging  Work-In-Process Tracking  Material Flow Control  Transportation & Distribution  Warehousing  Asset Management

This manual contains information on operating the scanner and using its features. We recommend you to keep one copy of the manual at hand for quick reference or maintenance purposes. To avoid any improper disposal or operation, please read the manual thoroughly before use.

Thank you for choosing CipherLab products!

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INSIDE THE PACKAGE

The items included in the package may be different, depending on your order. Save the box and packaging material for future use in case you need to store or ship the scanner.

 1660 Barcode Scanner  Manual & Driver CD

Note: The Manual & Driver CD includes this manual and Windows-based ScanMaster

software for configuration.

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

 Small-form-factor and built tough to survive drop test  Most popular barcode symbologies are supported, including Reduced Space

Symbology (RSS)

 Negative barcodes are also supported  Seven scan modes are supported, including Aiming Mode and Multi-Barcode Mode  User feedback via LED indicator and beeper  Beeping tone and duration are programmable for Good Read.  Extremely low power consumption  128 KB flash memory for Memory mode operation, storing up to 8192 scans.  The 1660 scanner provides up to 4 KB SRAM for reserve buffer, storing up to 256

scans while getting out of range during a Bluetooth connection.

 Bluetooth Serial Port Profile (SPP) supported – for example, the 1660 scanner can

transmit the scanned data to a Bluetooth-enabled computer or PDA.

 Bluetooth Human Interface Device (HID) supported – for example, the 1660 scanner

can transmit the scanned data to a Bluetooth-enabled computer or PDA, as keyboard input.

 Programmable parameters include data output format, editing format, symbologies,

etc.

 Firmware upgradeable

Quick Start

The configuration of the scanner can be done by reading the setup labels contained in this manual or via the ScanMaster software.

This section describes the procedure of configuring the scanner by reading the setup barcodes and provides some examples for demonstration.

Note: If RS-232 or Bluetooth SPP is selected for output interface, the host can directly

send serial commands to configure the scanner.

Steps Action User Feedback if Successful

1 Power on the scanner… The scanner will respond with a long beep

(high tone).

Note: Upon powering up, the 1660 scanner will try to establish a connection with a

Bluetooth device dongle. Refer to Chapter 3 – Setting up Bluetooth Connections for details.

2 Enter the Configuration Mode… The scanner will respond with six beeps

(high-low tone repeats three times), and its LED indicator will be flashing red.

3 Read a Setup label…

For example,

4 Exit the Configuration Mode…

5 The scanner will automatically restart itself… Same as for Power on the scanner.

* When any configuration error occurs... The scanner will respond with one long

The scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone) if reading a normal label.

Same as for Enter the Configuration Mode.

beep with a low tone.

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ENTER CONFIGURATION MODE

For the scanner to enter the configuration mode, you must have it read the "Enter Setup" label, which can be located at the bottom of almost every even page of this manual.

 The scanner will respond with six beeps and its LED indicator will become flashing red

after reading the label.

Enter Setup

For configuring scanner parameters, see “Read a Setup Label” below.

EXIT CONFIGURATION MODE

For the scanner to exit the configuration mode, you must have it read the “Update” label, which can be located at the bottom of almost every odd page of this manual. If you want to exit the configuration mode without saving any changes, have the scanner read the “Abort” label instead.

 Just like reading the “Enter Setup” label, the scanner will respond with six beeps and

its LED indicator will become flashing red after reading the label. Wait for a few seconds for the scanner to restart itself.

Update

Abort

DEFAULT SETTINGS

SAVE USER SETTINGS AS DEFAULTS

For the scanner to keep the customized settings as user defaults, you must have it read the “Save as User Defaults” label.

Save as User Default

RESTORE USER DEFAULTS

For the scanner to restore the user defaults, which you have saved earlier, you must have it read the “Restore User Defaults” label.

 The scanner will issue two beeps after reading the label, and all the parameters of the

scanner will return to their customized values.

Restore User Defaults

RESTORE SYSTEM DEFAULTS

For the scanner to restore the factory defaults, you must have it read the “Restore System Defaults” label.

 The scanner will issue two beeps after reading the label, and all the parameters of the

scanner will return to their default values.

Restore System Defaults

Note: The system default value (if there is) for each setting is indicated by an asterisk

“*”.

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READ A SETUP LABEL

CONFIGURE PARAMETERS

For most of the scanner parameters, only one read is required to set them to new values. The scanner will respond with two beeps when each parameter is set successfully.

But for a number of special parameters, multiple reads are required to complete the setting. In this case, the scanner will respond with a short beep to indicate it needs to read more setup labels. These special parameters may require reading one or more (1) numeric labels, say, for keyboard type, inter-character delay, length qualification, or (2) hexadecimal labels, say, for character strings as prefix, suffix, etc.

Note: When “Keyboard Wedge” is configured for interface, Key Type and Key Status will

then become applicable. You may decide whether or not to apply Key Status when “Normal Key” is selected for Key Type.

To complete the configuration of these special parameters, it requires reading the “Validate” label, and the scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone) to indicate the input values are validated.

NUMERIC PARAMETERS

Steps Action User Feedback if Successful

1 Power on the scanner... The scanner will respond with a long beep

(high tone).

2 Enter the Configuration Mode…

Read a Setup label...

For example,

Normal label

Special label

The scanner will respond with six beeps (high-low tone repeats three times), and its LED indicator will become flashing red.

The scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone) if reading a normal label.

The scanner will respond with one short beep if reading a special label such as “Max. Length”, indicating the setup requires reading more labels.

Decimal label

or labels

4 Exit the Configuration Mode…

The scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone) when the input values are validated.

Same as for Enter the Configuration Mode.

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CHARACTER STRING PARAMETERS

Steps Action User Feedback if Successful

1 Power on the scanner... The scanner will respond with a long beep

(high tone).

2 Enter the Configuration Mode…

Read a Setup label...

For example,

Special label

Hexadecimal

labels

The scanner will respond with six beeps (high-low tone repeats three times), and its LED indicator will become flashing red.

The scanner will respond with one short beep if reading a special label such as “Prefix Code”, indicating the setup requires reading more labels.

When “Keyboard Wedge” is configured for interface, Key Type and Key Status will then become applicable.

 You may decide whether or not to

apply Key Status when “Normal Key” is selected for Key Type.

Read the “Hexadecimal Value” label for the desired character string. For example, read “2” and “B” for the scanner to prefix the character “+”.

The scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone) when the input values are validated.

4 Exit the Configuration Mode…

Same as for Enter the Configuration Mode.

LIST THE CURRENT SETTINGS

The current settings of all scanner parameters can be sent, via RS-232 or Bluetooth SPP, to the host computer for user inspection. The listing includes ten pages as shown below. You can select the page of interest by reading the “Page x” label.

List Page 1

List settings regarding Interface, Buzzer, and Other Scanner Parameters

List Page 2

List settings regarding Prefix, Postfix, and Length Code Setting

List Page 3

List settings regarding Code ID

List Page 4

List Page 5

List Page 6

List Page 7

List settings regarding: Readable Symbologies

List settings regarding Symbology Parameters (1/3)

List settings regarding Symbology Parameters (2/3)

List settings regarding Symbology Parameters (3/3)

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List Page 8

List Page 10

List Page 11

List settings regarding Editing Format 1

List settings regarding Editing Format 2

List settings regarding Editing Format 3

List settings regarding Editing Format 4

List Page 12

List settings regarding Editing Format 5

UNDERSTANDING THE BARCODE SCANNER

This chapter explains the features and usage of the barcode scanner.

IN THIS CHAPTER

1.1 Battery..................................................................... 11

1.2 Memory.................................................................... 13

1.3 LED Indicator ............................................................ 15

1.4 Beeper ..................................................................... 16

1.5 Send "NR" to Host...................................................... 19

1.6 Scan Modes .............................................................. 19

1.7 Scanner Time-out ...................................................... 23

1.8 Delay between Re-read............................................... 24

1.9 Effective Decoding Area .............................................. 25

1.10 Negative Barcodes ................................................... 27

1.11 Symbologies Supported ............................................ 27

1.1 BATTERY

Chapter 1

The scanner is powered by two AAA Alkaline batteries. During normal operation, the scanner can work for over 30 hours or 28,000 scans (based on UPC-E barcodes, 1 scan per 5 seconds). For intensive data collection, you may prepare spare batteries for non-stop operation.

Note: The 1660 scanner can be configured to save battery power. Refer to settings of

“Auto Power Off”, “Sniff Mode”, as well as “Low Battery Alarm”.

1.1.1 INSTALLING THE BATTERY

1) Hold the scanner face down in one hand.

2) Press the battery lid release and slide the battery lid.

3) Remove the battery lid by the other hand.

4) Install two AAA Alkaline batteries into the battery compartment, each in the right

direction.

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5) Replace the battery lid and lock it firmly.

1.1.2 HOW TO OPERATE THE SCANNER

 To turn on the scanner, press the [Delete] key for 3 seconds, and the scanner will

respond with a long beep (high tone).

 To turn off the scanner, press the [Delete] key for 1.5 seconds. The scanner will

respond with short beep (high tone) and the LED will become solid green, then go off, and finally become solid red. Release the key then.

 To delete the last collected data, press the [Delete] key. The scanner will respond

with short beep (high tone) and the LED will become solid green. Before the LED goes off (within 1 second), press the [Delete] key again to confirm the deletion.

1.1.3 AUTO POWER OFF

Specify the time interval (1~254 min.; 0= disable) for the scanner to wait for a computer to establish a connection via a Bluetooth dongle. By default, the 1660 scanner will stay active for 10 minutes waiting for a connection request. If it fails to connect within the time interval, the scanner will automatically turn off in order to conserve battery power (you will hear three short beeps, tone descending from high to low). Press the [Delete] key for 3 seconds to turn it on. On your computer, you will have to search Bluetooth devices again.

Once a Bluetooth connection is established successfully, the scanner will stay active as long as the COM port is opened by a host application.

Auto Off after 0~254 minutes (*10)

1) Read the label above to specify the time interval before the scanner automatically turns off.

2) Read the “Decimal Value scanner to automatically turn off after being idle for 15 minutes.

” label on page 123. For example, read “1” and “5” for the

3) Read the “Validate” label on the same page to complete this setting.

Enter Setup

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1.2 MEMORY

The collected data can be sent back to a host computer one by one via the transmit buffer (SRAM) or stored in flash memory when the scanner is set to Memory mode.

1.2.1 TRANSMIT BUFFER

The 1 KB transmit buffer on the scanner can store up to 64 scans based on EAN-13 barcodes. When it is used up, the scanner will respond with one long beep (low tone) as a warning.

 You are advised to get back to range if using the Bluetooth scanner.

1.2.2 MEMORY MODE

The scanner keeps 128 KB flash memory for memory mode operation. When the 1660 scanner is in memory mode, it means Bluetooth connection is disabled.

Enable Memory Mode

*Disable Memory Mode

Warning: Bluetooth cannot work unless memory mode is disabled.

MEMORY DATA DELAY

You may set a delay between each data record while transmitting data back to the server.

*None

250 ms

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500 ms

2 sec

5 sec

1 sec

3 sec

8 sec

SEND DATA

The 128 KB flash memory on the scanner can store up to 8192 scans based on EAN-13 barcodes. When it is used up, the scanner will respond with two short beeps (low-high tone) as a warning. You are advised to send data to the server immediately. Select a desired interface for transmission. For example, disable memory mode and use Bluetooth SPP to transmit data.

Send Data

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CLEAR DATA & CONFIRM

Even though data has been sent back to the server, the flash memory is still occupied unless you erase the memory by having the scanner read two labels – “Clear Data” and “Confirm”.

1) Read the “Clear Data” label to clear the flash memory.

2) Read the “Confirm” label to confirm the action.

Clear Data

Confirm

1.3 LED INDICATOR

The triple-color LED on top of the scanner is used to provide user feedback. For example, the LED becomes solid red and goes off quickly (= Standby mode) upon powering on or running out of transmit buffer. You may tell the difference by the beeps – for example, you will hear a long beep of high tone when powering on the scanner, and a long beep of low tone when the transmit buffer becomes full.

LED – Red/Green/Blue

Green, and goes off quickly, and becomes red, and finally goes off when the [Delete] key is released.

Red, and goes off quickly

Meaning

Power off

 Power on, with one long beep (high tone)  Transmit buffer full, with one long beep (low tone)  Memory full, with two short beeps (low-high tone)  Bluetooth connection out of range, with two beeps

(high-low tone)

Green, and goes off quickly Good Read, beeper pitch and duration programmable

Flashing blue (On/Off ratio 1:1)

 No Bluetooth connection (flashing slowly)  Dynamic PIN code request from host (flashing quickly)

Flashing blue (On/Off ratio 1:6) Bluetooth connection established

Flashing blue and red Dynamic PIN code input error

Flashing red Configuration Mode

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1.3.1 GOOD READ LED

*Enable Good Read LED

Disable Good Read LED

1.4 BEEPER

The scanner has a buzzer to provide user feedback in various operating conditions.

1.4.1 BEEPER ON 1660

Beeping Meaning

One long beep, high tone Power on

One short beep, low tone Power off

One short beep, high tone

Good Read

 Programmable, default to 4 KHz

Six short beeps

 High-low tone repeats three times

Two short beeps, low-high tone Setup label read successfully

One short beep, high tone More setup label required

One long beep, low tone

 Enter Configuration Mode  Exit Configuration Mode

 Transmit Buffer Full  Configuration Error (Wrong label…)

Two short beeps, low-high tone Memory Mode – Memory Full

Two long beeps, high-low tone Multi-Barcode Mode – Buffer Full

Three short beeps

 Tone ascending from low to high

Two beeps, high-low tone Bluetooth connection out of range

Three short beeps, low tone No Bluetooth connection

 Bluetooth connection established  Bluetooth connection resumed

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1.4.2 BEEPER VOLUME

Mute

Medium Volume

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Minimum Volume

*Maximum Volume

1.4.3 GOOD READ BEEP

FREQUENCY

8 kHz

2 kHz

* 4 kHz

1 kHz

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DURATION

*Shortest

Longer

Shorter

Longest

1.4.4 LOW BATTERY ALARM

By default, “2.6 V (Alkaline)” is selected for low battery level. When the battery level inside the 1660 scanner reaches 2.6 V, it will activate the beeper to give a warning. If you are using Ni-MH batteries, select “2.1 V (Ni-MH)”.

No Alarm

* 2.6 V (Alkaline)

2.1 V (Ni-MH)

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1.5 SEND “NR” TO HOST

This feature only works when Keyboard Wedge, RS-232, Bluetooth HID, or Bluetooth SPP is selected for output interface. You may have the scanner send the “NR” string to the host to notify the No Read event.

Enable

*Disable

1.6 SCAN MODES

There are eight scan modes supported – select the scan mode that best suits the requirements of a specific application. Refer to the comparison table below.

Scan Mode

Always Press

Continuous mode

Test mode

Laser mode

Auto Off mode

Auto Power Off mode

Aiming mode

Multi-Barcode mode

Start to Scan Stop Scanning

Hold trigger once

trigger

9999

Press trigger twice

Note: By default, the scan mode is set to Laser mode.

Release trigger

Press trigger once

Barcode being read

Timeout

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1.6.1 CONTINUOUS MODE

The scanner is always scanning.

 To decode the same barcode repeatedly, move away the scan beam and target it at

the barcode for each scanning.

Note: Refer to “Delay between Re-read”.

Continuous Mode

DECODING DELAY

Set the time interval between each decoding.

*Disable

1 sec

0.5 sec

2 sec

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1.6.2 TEST MODE

The scanner is always scanning.

 Capable of decoding the same barcode repeatedly, for testing purpose.

Test Mode

1.6.3 LASER MODE

The scanner will start scanning once the trigger is hold down.

 The scanning won't stop until (1) a barcode is decoded, (2) the pre-set timeout

expires, or (3) you release the trigger.

Note: Refer to “Scanning Timeout”.

*Laser Mode

1.6.4 AUTO OFF MODE

The scanner will start scanning once the trigger is pressed.

 The scanning won't stop until (1) a barcode is decoded, and (2) the pre-set timeout

expires.

Note: Refer to “Scanning Timeout”.

Auto Off Mode

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1.6.5 AUTO POWER OFF MODE

The scanner will start scanning once the trigger is pressed.

 The scanning won't stop until the pre-set timeout expires, and, the pre-set timeout

period re-counts after each successful decoding.

Note: Refer to “Delay between Re-read” and “Scanning Timeout”.

Auto Power Off Mode

1.6.6 AIMING MODE

The scanner will aim at a barcode once the trigger is pressed, and start scanning when the trigger is pressed again within one second.

 The scanning won't stop until (1) a barcode is decoded, and (2) the pre-set timeout

expires.

Aiming Mode

AIMING TIMEOUT

You can limit the aiming time interval (1~15). By default, the scanner time-out is set to 1 second.

Aiming Time-Out after

1) Read the label above to specify the time interval before aiming ends. (It is set to 1 by default.)

2) Read the “Decimal Value scanner to automatically shut down after being idle for 10 seconds.

” label on page 123. For example, read “1” and “0” for the

15 seconds (*1)

3) Read the “Validate” label on the same page to complete this setting.

Enter Setup

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1.6.7 MULTI-BARCODE MODE

The scanner will be scanning as long as the trigger is held down, capable of decoding not only one single barcode but a concatenation of unique barcodes.

 The scanning won't stop until you release the trigger.

Multi-Barcode Mode

Note: (1) A barcode is considered unique when its Code Type or data is different from

others. (2) Multi-Barcode Mode cannot work with “Multi-Barcode Editor”.

1.7 SCANNING TIMEOUT

Specify the scanning time interval (1~254 sec.; 0= disable) when the scan mode is set to any of the following –

 Laser mode  Auto Off mode  Auto Power Off mode  Aiming mode

Scanner Time-Out after 0~254 seconds (*10)

1) Read the label above to specify the time interval before the scan engine times.

2) Read the “Decimal Value

scanner to automatically shut down after being idle for 15 seconds.

3) Read the “Validate” label on the same page to complete this setting.

” label on page 123. For example, read “1” and “5” for the

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1.8 DELAY BETWEEN RE-READ

This is also referred to as the “Blocking Time”, which is used to prevent the scanner from accidentally reading the same barcode twice when the scan mode is set to any of the following –

 Continuous mode  Auto Power Off mode

100 ms

200 ms

* 400 ms

1 sec

3 sec

800 ms

2 sec

5 sec

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1.9 EFFECTIVE DECODING AREA

By default, the effective decoding area is 100% covered by the scanned area. However, you may narrow down the decoding area to prevent reading the wrong barcode when a number of barcodes are printed closely. The scanner will only read barcodes that appear in the effective decoding area.

Read the label “Centering On” and specify the percentage to narrow down the decoding area. For example, read “Left 10%” and then “Right 30%” for the scanner to decode barcode “A” only.

1.9.1 POSITIONING WINDOW

Centering On

1.9.2 ADJUSTING WINDOW

PERCENTAGE FOR LEFT HALF

*Left 50%

*Centering Off

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Left 30%

Left 10%

PERCENTAGE FOR RIGHT HALF

Left 40%

Left 20%

Right 10%

Right 30%

*Right 50%

Right 20%

Right 40%

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1.10 NEGATIVE BARCODES

Normally, barcodes are printed with the color of the bars darker than that of the spaces. But for negative barcodes, they are printed in the opposite sense just like negative films. The spaces of negative barcodes are printed with a color darker than that of the bars. You can configure the scanner to be able to read negative barcodes.

Enable

*Disable

1.11 SYMBOLOGIES SUPPORTED

Most of the popular barcode symbologies are supported, as listed below. Each can be individually enabled or disabled. The scanner will automatically discriminate and recognize all the symbologies that are enabled. Refer to Chapter 4 Changing Symbology

Settings for details of each symbology.

 Codabar*  Industrial 25* Interleaved 25* Matrix 25  Code 39*  Code 93*  Code 128*  EAN-8* EAN-8 Addon 2 & 5  EAN-13* EAN-13 Addon 2 & 5  EAN-128  French Pharmacode  Italian Pharmacode  MSI  Plessey  RSS-14 RSS Expanded RSS

Limited

 Telepen  UPC-A* UPC-A Addon 2 & 5  UPC-E* UPC-E Addon 2 & 5

Note: The symbologies, followed by an asterisk mark, are enabled by default.

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1.11.1 READ REDUNDANCY FOR ALL SYMBLOGIES

Select the level of reading security. For example,

 If "No Redundancy" is selected, one successful decoding will make the reading valid

and induce the "READER Event".

 If "Three Times" is selected, it will take a total of four consecutive successful

decodings of the same barcode to make the reading valid. The higher the reading security is (that is, the more redundancy the user selects), the slower the reading speed gets.

It is obvious that the more redundancy you select, the higher the reading security is, and thus, the slower the reading speed becomes. You will have to compromise between reading security and decoding speed.

*No Redundancy

One Time

Two Times

Three Times

1.11.2 ADDON SECURITY FOR UPC/EAN BARCODES

You may like to enforce read redundancy (0~30 times) on UPC/EAN barcodes with addons only.

Note: UPC/EAN Addon 2 and Addon 5 must be enabled individually for this setting to

take effect.

Addon Se

curity Level (*0 ~ 30)

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1) Read the label above to specify the read redundancy when missing add-ons while scanning UPC/EAN barcodes. (It is set to 0 by default.)

2) Read the “Decimal Value scanner to re-read the barcode for 12 times.

3) Read the “Validate” label on the same page to complete this setting.

” label on page 123. For example, read “1” and “2” for the

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Chapter 2

SELECTING OUTPUT INTERFACE

In order to establish a proper connection between your computer and the scanner, we suggest that you follow these instructions –

1) Install batteries and press the [Delete] key for 3 seconds to turn on the scanner.

2) Have the scanner read the “Enter Setup” label to enter the configuration mode.

3) Have the scanner read the associated label to activate the desired interface.

See the following sections for output interfaces supported.

4) Have the scanner read the labels for related settings.

5) Have the scanner read the “Update” label to exit the configuration mode.

Note: By default, the output interface is set to “Bluetooth HID”.

IN THIS CHAPTER

2.1 Bluetooth HID ........................................................... 31

2.2 Bluetooth SPP ........................................................... 38

2.1 BLUETOOTH HID

Refer to Chapter 3 – Setting up Bluetooth Connections for related settings.

Bluetooth HID Settings

Keyboard Type PCAT (US)

Digits Layout Normal

Capital Lock Type Normal

Capital Lock State Off

Alphabets Transmission Case-sensitive

Digits Transmission Alphanumeric keypad

Inter-Function Delay 0 (ms)

Send “NR” to Host Disable

Defaults

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2.1.1 ACTIVATE BLUETOOTH HID & SELECT KEYBOARD TYPE

By default, Bluetooth HID is activated on the 1660 scanner, and the keyboard type is set to PCAT (US). When Bluetooth HID is re-activated, you will have to select a keyboard type to complete this setting.

Activate Bluetooth HID & Select Keyboard Type …

1) Read the label above to activate Bluetooth HID and select a keyboard type.

2) Read the “Decimal Value

of desired keyboard type.

3) Read the “Validate” label on the same page to complete this setting.

” label on page 123. Refer to the table below for the number

KEYBOARD TYPE

By default, the keyboard type is set to PCAT (US). The following keyboard types are supported –

Keyboard Type No. Keyboard Type

No.

64 PCAT (US) 70 PCAT (UK)

65 PCAT (French) 71 PCAT (Belgium)

66 PCAT (German) 72 PCAT (Spanish)

67 PCAT (Italy) 73 PCAT (Portuguese)

68 PCAT (Swedish) 74 PS55 A01-2 (Japanese)

69 PCAT (Norwegian) 75 User-defined table

2.1.2 RESET CONNECTION

For Bluetooth HID, you can only have one scanner connected to your computer. If you want to connect the scanner to another computer, you must have it read the “Reset Connection” label first. The scanner will restart itself automatically. Then, go through the whole process to establish a new connection.

Reset Connection

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2.1.3 KEYBOARD SETTINGS

 Digits Layout  Capital Lock Type  Capital Lock Setting  Alphabets Transmission  Digits Transmission

Note: Bluetooth HID does not support these functions on PDAs – (1) Capital Lock Setting:

Auto Detection (2) Digits Transmission: Numeric Key

DIGITS LAYOUT

Select a proper layout that matches the alphabets layout. The scanner will make adjustments according to this setting.

Options

Normal Depends on the [Shift] key or [Shift Lock] setting

Lower Row For QWERTY and QWERTZ keyboards

Upper Row For AZERTY keyboards

Description

*Normal

Lower Row

Upper Row

Note: This setting is to be used with the Character Substitution setting when support to

certain keyboard types (languages) is unavailable but required.

CAPITAL LOCK TYPE & SETTING

In order to send the alphabets with correct case, the scanner needs to know the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard. Incorrect settings may result in reversed case of the alphabets being transmitted.

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Cap Lock Type Description

Normal Normal type

Capital Lock When enabled, the keys of alphabetic characters will be interpreted as

capital letters. However, this does not affect the number or punctuation keys.

Shift Lock When enabled, the keys of alphabetic characters will be interpreted as

capital letters. In addition, this affects the number or punctuation keys.

*Normal

Capital Lock

Shift Lock

Capital Lock State Description

Capital Lock OFF Assuming that the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard is OFF, transmitted

characters are exactly the same as in the barcode (when "case-sensitive" is selected for Alphabets Transmission).

Capital Lock ON Assuming that the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard is ON, transmitted

characters are exactly the same as in the barcode (when "case-sensitive" is selected for Alphabets Transmission).

 Refer to the Capital Lock Type above.

Auto Detection The scanner will automatically detect the status of Caps Lock on the

keyboard before data is transmitted; transmitted characters are exactly the same as in the barcode (when "case-sensitive" is selected for Alphabets Transmission).

 This setting is not supported on PDAs.

*Capital Lock OFF

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Capital Lock ON

Auto Detection

ALPHABETS TRANSMISSION

By default, the alphabets transmission is case-sensitive, meaning that the alphabets will be transmitted according to their original case, the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard, as well as the Capital Lock setting. Select [Ignore Case] to have alphabets transmitted according to the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard only.

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*Case-sensitive

Ignore Case

DIGITS TRANSMISSION

By default, the alphanumeric keypad is used for transmitting digits. Select “Numeric Keypad” if you wish to use the keys on the numeric keypad.

*Alphanumeric Key

Numeric Key

Note: If you select “Numeric Keypad”, the Num Lock status of the physical keyboard

should be "ON". This setting is not supported on PDAs.

2.1.4 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

By default, the inter-function delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 255, to match the computer response time of the keyboard interface. Such delay time is inserted between every function code (0x01 ~ 0x1F) being transmitted. The longer the delay time is, the slower the transmission speed will be.

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Value Delay Time Value Delay Time

0 Disable 195 ~ 204 200 millisecond

1 ~ 14 10 millisecond 205 ~ 214 210 millisecond

15 ~ 24 20 millisecond 215 ~ 224 220 millisecond

25 ~ 34 30 millisecond 225 ~ 234 230 millisecond

35 ~ 44 40 millisecond 235 ~ 244 240 millisecond

45 ~ 54 50 millisecond 245 ~ 254 250 millisecond

… … 255 260 millisecond

Inter-Function Delay … (*0 ~ 255)

1) Read the label above to specify the inter-function delay.

2) Read the “Decimal Value

” label on page 123 for the desired inter-function delay

(millisecond).

3) Read the “Validate” label on the same page to complete this setting.

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2.2 BLUETOOTH SPP

Refer to Chapter 3 – Setting up Bluetooth Connections for related settings.

2.2.1 ACTIVATE BLUETOOTH SPP

Activate Bluetooth SPP

2.2.2 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

Value

0 Disable 195 ~ 204 200 millisecond

1 ~ 14 10 millisecond 205 ~ 214 210 millisecond

15 ~ 24 20 millisecond 215 ~ 224 220 millisecond

25 ~ 34 30 millisecond 225 ~ 234 230 millisecond

35 ~ 44 40 millisecond 235 ~ 244 240 millisecond

45 ~ 54 50 millisecond 245 ~ 254 250 millisecond

… … 255 260 millisecond

1) Read the label above to specify the inter-function delay.

2) Read the “Decimal Value

(millisecond).

3) Read the “Validate” label on the same page to complete this setting.

Delay Time Value Delay Time

Inter-Functi

” label on page 123 for the desired inter-function delay

on Delay … (*0 ~ 255)

Enter Setup

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2.2.3 ACK/NAK TIMEOUT

By default, the scanner sends data to the host without waiting for an ACK/NAK response before sending more data. Specify a value, ranging from 1 to 99 in units of 0.1 second. If no response within the specified period of time, the scanner will attempt to send the same data three more times. If all the attempts fail without any notification, data loss will occur.

ACK/NAK Time-Out after … (*0 ~ 99)

1) Read the label above to specify the time interval for the scanner to send data and wait for a response from the host.

2) Read the “Decimal Value scanner to automatically shut down after being idle for 1 second.

3) Read the “Validate” label on the same page to complete this setting.

” label on page 123. For example, read “1” and “0” for the

ACK/NAK ERROR BEEP

Enable Error Beep

*Disable Error Beep

Note: We suggest you to enable the error beep so that you will be notified of such data

loss and have the scanner re-read data.

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Chapter 3

SETTING UP BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONS

The Bluetooth scanner can be configured to send data to a computer via a Bluetooth dongle, or directly to a Bluetooth-enabled PDA or laptop. Upon powering up, the 1660 scanner will be ready for establishing a Bluetooth connection with a Bluetooth dongle.

Below is the procedure to configure the 1660 scanner before establishing a Bluetooth connection.

1) Have the scanner read the “Enter Setup” label to enter the configuration mode.

2) Have the scanner read the desired Bluetooth interface label – “Activate Bluetooth

SPP” or “Activate Bluetooth HID & Select Keyboard Type”.

It supports PCAT – US, French, German, Italian, Swedish, Norwegian, UK, Belgium, Spanish, Portuguese, and PS55 A01-2 – Japanese.

3) Have the scanner read the labels related to Bluetooth settings, such as Device Name Broadcasting, Authentication & PIN Code, etc.

4) Have the scanner read the “Update” label to exit the configuration mode.

Once connected, be aware of the following notifications during operation –

 When getting out of range or powering off the cradle, the scanner will respond with

two short beeps (high-low tone) and its LED indicator will become blue, flashing quickly.

 The power-saving feature of the scanner will automatically shut down the scanner

and stop a Bluetooth connection when it is idle for a specific period of time. The scanner will respond with three beeps (tone descending from high to low) and its LED indicator will become off.

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3.1 Configuring Bluetooth Settings..................................... 42

3.2 Connecting via Bluetooth Dongle.................................. 44

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3.1 CONFIGURING BLUETOOTH SETTINGS

3.1.1 SNIFF MODE (POWER-SAVING)

This is Bluetooth standard power-saving feature, also known as Sniff mode. When enabled, the scanner will listen to the piconet at a reduced rate.

Note: By default, power-saving is enabled. When connecting more than two 1660

scanners via the Bluetooth dongle, we suggest you to disable the power-saving setting for a more reliable connection.

*Enable

Disable

3.1.2 DEVICE NAME BROADCASTING

The scanner can be configured to hide itself from other Bluetooth devices. Simply disable the device name broadcasting setting so that it won’t be discovered by any other computer or PDA. However, broadcasting must be enabled for establishing an initial connection with the scanner. For example, you can disable device name broadcasting after successfully connecting the scanner to WorkStation1. Such connection will be maintained automatically unless the scanner is removed from the paired device list (called unpairing) by WorkStation1 or any changes made to authentication and the PIN code. If you want WorkStation2 to connect to the scanner, you will have to enable device name broadcasting first.

Note: By default, device name broadcasting is enabled (which is required for initial

connection).

*Enable

Disable

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3.1.3 AUTHENTICATION

For security concerns, it is suggested that you enable authentication and specify a unique PIN code, also known as the passkey used to pair two Bluetooth devices. The scanner itself allows up to 16 characters for a PIN code. This means you will have to enter exactly the same string for your computer or PDA to connect to the scanner. If the passkey is incorrect, any connection attempt will be turned down by the scanner. When any changes are made to authentication and PIN code on the scanner side, you will have to remove the scanner from the paired device list (called unpairing) and go through the whole process to re-establish the connection.

Yes

*No

ENTERING PIN CODE

By default, the Bluetooth PIN code is set to “0000”. Maximum 16 characters are allowed.

Note: When using Bluetooth HID, some driver of Bluetooth dongle may not support

pre-defined PIN code for authentication. In this case, make sure you disable authentication before pairing. The host PIN code will be displayed on the computer screen. Have the scanner read the setup barcode “Enter PIN Code in Decimal” to input the matching PIN code quickly.

Enter PIN Code in Hexadecimal …

Enter PIN Code in D

1) Read one of the labels above to specify the PIN code, in decimal or hexadecimal.

ecimal …

2) Read the “Decimal Value 124 for the desired digits or character string.

3) Read the “Validate” label on the same page to complete this setting.

” label on page 123 or the “Hexadecimal Value” label on page

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3.2 CONNECTING VIA BLUETOOTH DONGLE

This is called "pairing with a Bluetooth device". The procedure for connecting the scanner to a computer via a Bluetooth dongle is pretty much the same except for the software you are using.

Note: When connecting more than two Bluetooth scanners to a computer via the

Bluetooth dongle, we suggest you to disable “Sniff Mode” for a more reliable connection.

If your computer is running Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2) or Windows Vista, you can use the generic software support that Windows includes, or you can use the driver that the device manufacturer provides.

Now, let’s try using the generic software support that Windows XP Service Pack 2 includes.

3.2.1 BLUETOOTH HID – ADD BLUETOOTH DEVICE WIZARD

The procedure is the same as for Bluetooth SPP. Refer to steps 1~11 below.

3.2.2 BLUETOOTH SPP – ADD BLUETOOTH DEVICE WIZARD

1) Connect a Bluetooth dongle to your computer, running Windows XP SP2.

2) Double-click the Bluetooth icon fro the lower right of the taskbar.

Alternatively, you may go to Control Panel > Bluetooth Devices.

3) Click [Add] to search Bluetooth devices nearby.

4) Select the check box of [My device is set up and ready to be found] when the

Bluetooth scanner is ready – having battery inserted or USB cable connected, Bluetooth settings such as select Bluetooth SPP or Bluetooth HID, broadcasting enabled, authentication enabled, and PIN code specified, etc.

5) Click [Next].

6) Wait for a few seconds for the Wizard to search available Bluetooth devices nearby.

The scanner will appear with its “serial number” as the device name. You may double-check the “Serial Number” label on the scanner to ensure connecting with the correct scanner. Select the target scanner. If the target scanner does not appear on the list, click [Search Again] to refresh the list. The scanner might enter Suspend Mode now, and you can press the trigger to have it active again (=discoverable). It will then stay active for one minute and wait for PC to establish a connection.

7) Click [Next].

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8) Enter the passkey for authentication, which must be exactly the same as configured for the scanner.

9) Click [Next].

Wait for a few seconds for Windows to exchange passkeys.

10) Click [Finish].

Ignore this

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Bluetooth SPP Only

11) Now the target scanner will be listed as shown below.

For Bluetooth SPP, you can have up to seven scanners connected to your computer.

It is possible for another computer to connect to one these scanners as long as it is in Suspend Mode and the authentication and PIN code settings are matching.

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Select and Remove

Note: When any changes are made to authentication and PIN code on the scanner side,

or you want to change to use Bluetooth HID, it is suggested that you remove the scanner from the paired device list (called unpairing) and go through the whole process to re-establish the connection.

12) Run the desired application, such as HyperTerminal, on your computer.

The status of the scanner listed on the device list will be updated to “Connected”, indicating the Bluetooth connection is established successfully via the outgoing COM port.

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Bluetooth Disconnected

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Chapter 4

CHANGING SYMBOLOGY SETTINGS

In this chapter, a brief on the symbology settings is provided for your reference.

IN THIS CHAPTER

4.1 Codabar ................................................................... 52

4.2 Code 25 - Industrial 25............................................... 54

4.3 Code 25 - Interleaved 25 ............................................ 57

4.4 Code 25 - Matrix 25 ................................................... 60

4.5 Code 39 ................................................................... 63

4.6 Code 93 ................................................................... 65

4.7 Code 128.................................................................. 65

4.8 EAN-8 ...................................................................... 66

4.9 EAN-13 .................................................................... 68

4.10 EAN-128................................................................. 70

4.11 ISBT 128 ................................................................ 71

4.12 MSI........................................................................ 72

4.13 French Pharmacode.................................................. 75

4.14 Italian Pharmacode .................................................. 76

4.15 Plessey................................................................... 77

4.16 RSS Family ............................................................. 78

4.17 Telepen .................................................................. 82

4.18 UPC-A .................................................................... 83

4.19 UPC-E .................................................................... 85

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4.1 CODABAR

*Enable Codabar

4.1.1 START/STOP CHARACTERS SELECTION

Select one of the four different start/stop character pairs –

* abcd/abcd

Disable Codabar

abcd/tn*e

ABCD/ABCD

ABCD/TN*E

4.1.2 START/STOP TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the start/stop characters in the data being transmitted.

Transmit Codabar

Start/Stop Characters

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*Do Not Transmit

4.1.3 CLSI CONVERSION

When enabled, the CLSI editing strips the start/stop characters and inserts a space after the first, fifth, and tenth characters of a 14-character Codabar barcode.

Apply CLSI Editing

*Do Not Apply

Note: The 14-character barcode length does not include start/stop characters.

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4.2 CODE 25 – INDUSTRIAL 25

*Enable Industrial 25

Disable Industrial 25

4.2.1 START/STOP PATTERN SELECTION

This decides the readability of all 2 of 5 symbology variants. For example, flight tickets actually use an Industrial 2 of 5 barcode but with Interleaved 2 of 5 start/stop pattern. In order to read this barcode, the start/stop pattern selection parameter of Industrial 2 of 5 should set to "Interleaved 25".

*Industrial 25

Start/Stop Pattern

Interleaved 25

Start/Stop Pattern

Matrix 25

Start/Stop Pattern

4.2.2 CHECKSUM VERIFICATION

Decide whether to verify the checksum. If the checksum is incorrect, the barcode will not be accepted.

Verify Industrial 25

Checksum

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*Do Not Verify

4.2.3 CHECKSUM TRANSMISSION

Decide whether to include the checksum in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit Industrial

25 Checksum

Do Not Transmit

4.2.4 CODE LENGTH QUALIFICATION

Because of the weak structure of the 2 of 5 symbologies, it is possible to make a "short scan" error. To prevent the "short scan" error, define the "Length Qualification" settings to ensure that the correct barcode is read by qualifying the allowable code length.

 If "Max/Min Length" is selected, the maximum length and the minimum length must

be specified. It only accepts those barcodes with lengths that fall between max/min lengths specified.

 If “Fixed Length” is selected, up to 2 fixed lengths can be specified.

1) Read the label to enable either Max. /Min. length qualification or fixed length qualification.

*Enable Max./Min.

Length (0 ~ 127) …

Enable Fixed Length(s) …

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2) Read the labels for Max. /Min or fixed length separately.

Max. Length (*127)

Or Fixed Length 1

Min. Length (*4)

Or Fixed Length 2

3) Read the “Decimal Value

4) Read the “Validate” label on the same page to complete this setting.

” label on page 123 for the desired length.

Enter Setup

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4.3 CODE 25 – INTERLEAVED 25

*Enable Interleaved 25

Disable Interleaved 25

4.3.1 START/STOP PATTERN SELECTION

Industrial 25

Start/Stop Pattern

*Interleaved 25

Start/Stop Pattern

Matrix 25

Start/Stop Pattern

4.3.2 CHECKSUM VERIFICATION

Decide whether to verify the checksum. If the checksum is incorrect, the barcode will not be accepted.

Verify Interleaved 25

Checksum

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Do Not Verify

4.3.3 CHECKSUM TRANSMISSION

Decide whether to include the checksum in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit Interleaved

25 Checksum

o Not Transmit

4.3.4 CODE LENGTH QUALIFICATION

 If "Max/Min Length" is selected, the maximum length and the minimum length must

be specified. It only accepts those barcodes with lengths that fall between max/min lengths specified.

 If “Fixed Length” is selected, up to 2 fixed lengths can be specified.

1) Read the label to enable either Max. /Min. length qualification or fixed length qualification.

*Enable Max./Min.

Length (0 ~ 127) …

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2) Read the labels for Max. /Min or fixed length separately.

Max. Length (*126)

Or Fixed Length 1

Enable Fixed Length(s) …

Min. Length (*4)

Or Fixed Length 2

3) Read the “Decimal Value

4) Read the “Validate” label on the same page to complete this setting.

” label on page 123 for the desired length.

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4.4 CODE 25 – MATRIX 25

Enable Matrix 25

*Disable Matrix 25

4.4.1 START/STOP PATTERN SELECTION

Industrial 25

Start/Stop Pattern

Interleaved 25

Start/Stop Pattern

*Matrix 25

Start/Stop Pattern

4.4.2 CHECKSUM VERIFICATION

Decide whether to verify the checksum. If the checksum is incorrect, the barcode will not be accepted.

Verify Matrix 25

Checksum

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*Do Not Verify

4.4.3 CHECKSUM TRANSMISSION

Decide whether to include the checksum in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit Matrix 25

Checksum

Do Not Transmit

4.4.4 CODE LENGTH QUALIFICATION

 If "Max/Min Length" is selected, the maximum length and the minimum length must

be specified. It only accepts those barcodes with lengths that fall between max/min lengths specified.

 If “Fixed Length” is selected, up to 2 fixed lengths can be specified.

1) Read the label to enable either Max. /Min. length qualification or fixed length qualification.

*Enable Max./Min.

Length (0 ~ 127) …

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2) Read the labels for Max. /Min or fixed length separately.

Max. Length (*127)

Or Fixed Length 1

Enable Fixed Length(s) …

Min. Length (*4)

Or Fixed Length 2

3) Read the “Decimal Value

4) Read the “Validate” label on the same page to complete this setting.

” label on page 123 for the desired length.

Enter Setup

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4.5 CODE 39

*Enable Code 39

Disable Code 39

4.5.1 START/STOP TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the start/stop characters in the data being transmitted.

Transmit Code 39

Start/Stop Characters

*Do Not Transmit

4.5.2 CHECKSUM VERIFICATION

Decide whether or not to perform checksum verification when decoding barcodes.

 If enabled and the checksum found incorrect, the barcode will not be accepted.

Verify Code 39

Checksum

*Do Not Verify

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4.5.3 CHECKSUM TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the checksum character in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit Code 39

Checksum

Do Not Transmit

4.5.4 STANDARD/FULL ASCII CODE 39

Decide whether or not to support Code 39 Full ASCII that includes all the alphanumeric and special characters.

Code 39 Full ASCII

Standard Code 39

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4.6 CODE 93

You can only configure the scanner to read this symbology or not.

*Enable Code 93

4.7 CODE 128

You can only configure the scanner to read this symbology or not.

Disable Code 93

*Enable Code 128

Disable Code 128

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4.8 EAN-8

*Enable EAN-8

(No Addon)

Enable EAN-8

Addon 2

Disable EAN-8

(No Addon)

*Disable EAN-8

Addon 2

Enable EAN-8

Addon 5

*Disable EAN-8

Addon 5

4.8.1 CONVERT TO EAN-13

Decide whether or not to expand the read EAN-8 barcode into EAN-13.

 If enabled, the next processing will follow the parameters configured for EAN-13.

Convert EAN-8

to EAN-13

Enter Setup

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*Do Not Convert

4.8.2 CHECKSUM TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the checksum character in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit EAN-8

Checksum

Do Not Transmit

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4.9 EAN-13

*Enable EAN-13

(No Addon)

Enable EAN-13

Addon 2

Disable EAN-13

(No Addon)

*Disable EAN-13

Addon 2

Enable EAN-13

Addon 5

*Disable EAN-13

Addon 5

4.9.1 ISBN CONVERSION

Decide whether or not to convert the EAN-13 barcode, starting with 978 and 979, to ISBN.

Convert EAN-13 to ISBN

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*Do Not Convert

4.9.2 ISSN CONVERSION

Decide whether or not to convert the EAN-13 barcode, starting with 977 to ISSN.

Convert EAN-13 to ISSN

*Do Not Convert

4.9.3 CHECKSUM TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the checksum character in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit EAN-13

Checksum

Do Not Transmit

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4.10 EAN-128

Enable EAN-128

*Disable EAN-128

4.10.1 CODE ID TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the Code ID (“]C1”) in the data being transmitted.

Transmit EAN-128

Code ID

Do Not Transmit

4.10.2 FIELD SEPARATOR (GS CHARACTER)

Decide whether or not to apply a field separator (to convert the FNC1 control character to human readable character).

Enable Field Separator …

1) Read the label above to enable field separator.

2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value

3) Read the “Validate” label on the same page to complete this setting.

” label on page 124 for the desired character string.

Enter Setup

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Note: EAN-128 barcodes start with the FNC1 control character to distinguish themselves

from other uses of Code 128. FNC1 is also used to separate data fields in the EAN-128 barcodes.

4.11 ISBT 128

You can only configure the scanner to read this symbology or not.

Enable ISBT 128

*Disable ISBT 128

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4.12 MSI

Enable MSI

*Disable MSI

4.12.1 CHECKSUM VERIFICATION

Select one of the three checksum calculations to perform checksum verification when decoding barcodes.

 If enabled and the checksum found incorrect, the barcode will not be accepted.

*Single Modulo 10

ouble Modulo 10

Modulo 10 & 11

4.12.2 CHECKSUM TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the checksum character in the data being transmitted.

*Last Digit Not

Transmitted

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Both Digits Transmitted

Both Digits Not

Transmitted

4.12.3 CODE LENGTH QUALIFICATION

Because of the weak structure of the symbology, it is possible to make a "short scan" error. To prevent the "short scan" error, define the "Length Qualification" settings to ensure that the correct barcode is read by qualifying the allowable code length.

 If "Max/Min Length" is selected, the maximum length and the minimum length must

be specified. It only accepts those barcodes with lengths that fall between max/min lengths specified.

 If “Fixed Length” is selected, up to 2 fixed lengths can be specified.

1) Read the label to enable either Max. /Min. length qualification or fixed length qualification.

*Enable Max./Min.

Length (0 ~ 12

7) …

Enable Fixed Length(s) …

2) Read the labels for Max. /Min or fixed length separately.

Max. Length (*127)

Or Fixed Length 1

Min. Length (*4)

Or Fixed Length 2

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3) Read the “Decimal Value” label on page 123 for the desired length.

4) Read the “Validate” label on the same page to complete this setting.

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4.13 FRENCH PHARMACODE

Enable French Pharmacode

*Disable French

Pharmacode

4.13.1 CHECKSUM TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the checksum character in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit French

Pharmacode Checksum

Do Not Transmit

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4.14 ITALIAN PHARMACODE

Enable Italian Pharmacode

*Disable Italian

Pharmacode

4.14.1 CHECKSUM TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the checksum character in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit Italian

Pharmacode Checksum

Do Not Transmit

Enter Setup

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4.15 PLESSEY

Enable Plessey

*Disable Plessey

4.15.1 CONVERT TO UK PLESSEY

Decide whether or not to change each occurrence of the character 'A' to character 'X' in the decoded data.

Convert to UK Plessey

*Do Not Convert

4.15.2 CHECKSUM TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the checksum characters (two digits) in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit Plessey

Checksum

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4.16 RSS FAMILY

4.16.1 CODE ID SELECTION

Select a desired Code ID to use – RSS Code ID “]e0“ or EAN-128 Code ID “]C1”.

“]C1” for RSS Code ID

“]e0” for RSS Code ID

(Default)

4.16.2 RSS-14

Enable RSS-14 &

RSS Expanded

*Disable RSS-14 &

RSS Expanded

CODE ID TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the Code ID in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit RSS-14 Code ID

Do Not Transmit

Enter Setup

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APPLICATION ID TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the Application ID ("01") in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit RSS-14

Application ID

Do Not Transmit

CHECKSUM TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the check digit in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit RSS-14

Checksum

4.16.3 RSS EXPANDED

Enable RSS-14 &

RSS Expanded

CODE ID TRANSMISSION

Do Not Transmit

*Disable RSS-14 &

RSS Expanded

Decide whether or not to include the Code ID in the data being transmitted.

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*Transmit RSS

Expanded Code ID

4.16.4 RSS LIMITED

Enable RSS Limited

Do Not Transmit

*Disable RSS Limited

CODE ID TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the Code ID in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit RSS

Limited Code ID

Do Not Transmit

APPLICATION ID TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the Application ID ("01") in the data being transmitted.

Enter Setup

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*Transmit RSS Limited

Application ID

Do Not Transmit

CHECKSUM TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the check digit in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit RSS

Limited Checksum

Do Not Transmit

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4.17 TELEPEN

Enable Telepen

*Disable Telepen

4.17.1 TELEPEN OUTPUT – FULL ASCII/NUMERIC

Decide whether or not to support Telepen in full ASCII code. By default, it supports ASCII mode.

 AIM Telepen (Full ASCII) includes all the alphanumeric and special characters.

Original Telepen

(Numeric)

* AIM Telepen

Enter Setup

4.18 UPC-A

*Enable UPC-A

(No Addon)

Enable UPC-A

Addon 2

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Disable UPC-A

(No Addon)

*Disable UPC-A

Addon 2

Enable UPC-A

Addon 5

*Disable UPC-A

Addon 5

4.18.1 CONVERT TO EAN-13

Decide whether or not to expand the read UPC-A barcode into EAN-13.

 If enabled, the next processing will follow the parameters configured for EAN-13.

Convert UPC-A

to EAN-13

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*Do Not Convert

4.18.2 SYSTEM NUMBER TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the system number in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit UPC-A

System Number

Do Not Transmit

4.18.3 CHECKSUM TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the checksum character in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit UPC-A

Checksum

Do Not Transmit

Enter Setup

4.19 UPC-E

*Enable UPC-E

(No Addon)

Enable UPC-E

Addon 2

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Disable UPC-E

(No Addon)

*Disable UPC-E

Addon 2

Enable UPC-E

Addon 5

*Disable UPC-E

Addon 5

4.19.1 SYSTEM NUMBER SELECTION

Decide whether to decode the ordinary UPC-E barcodes only or both UPC-E0 and UPC-E1 barcodes.

 System number 0 enabled for decoding UPC-E0 barcodes.

 System number 1 enabled for decoding UPC-E1 barcodes.

System Number 0 & 1

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* System Number 0

Only

Warning: Because of the way system number 1 is encoded, if both system numbers

are enabled, the user might suffer from short scanning UPC-A or EAN-13 barcodes into UPC-E1 barcodes.

4.19.2 CONVERT TO UPC-A

Decide whether or not to expand the read UPC-E barcode into UPC-A.

 If enable, the next processing will follow the parameters configured for UPC-A.

Convert UPC-E

to UPC-A

*Do Not Convert

4.19.3 SYSTEM NUMBER TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the system number in the data being transmitted.

Transmit UPC-E

System Number

*Do Not Transmit

4.19.4 CHECKSUM TRANSMISSION

Decide whether or not to include the checksum character in the data being transmitted.

Enter Setup

*Transmit UPC-E

Checksum

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