CipherLab 3656 User Manual
1560/1562 BT Barcode Scanner
Setup labels included.
Version 1.01
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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.
FOR CANADA
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. 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.
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
The 1560/1562 unit (FCC ID: Q3N-1560) complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set
forth for uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure
Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. The 1660 unit has very low level of RF energy that
it is deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).
The 3656 unit (FCC ID: Q3N-3656) 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 wirelessly, 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
1.01 June 3, 2009
1.00 Apr. 29, 2009 Initial release
Modified: 1.10 Auto-Sense Mode — Power supply cord is required.
Modified: Appendix II Host Serial Commands
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.............................................................................................................................. - 5 -
INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................... 1
Getting Familiarized with 1560/1562 and 3656 ........................................................................... 2
Installing the Battery to 1560/1562 .......................................................................................... 2
Setting up 3656 ........................................................................................................................... 3
Charging the Battery via 3656 .................................................................................................... 5
Inside the Package............................................................................................................................ 6
Product Highlights ............................................................................................................................. 6
QUICK START ....................................................................................................................................... 7
Enter Configuration Mode................................................................................................................. 9
Exit Configuration Mode.................................................................................................................... 9
Default Settings............................................................................................................................... 10
Save User Settings as Defaults................................................................................................. 10
Restore User Defaults................................................................................................................ 10
Restore System Defaults ...........................................................................................................10
Read a Setup Label......................................................................................................................... 11
Configure Parameters................................................................................................................ 11
List the Current Settings............................................................................................................ 15
UNDERSTANDING THE BARCODE SCANNER.................................................................................... 17
1.1 Battery .......................................................................................................................................17
1.1.1 How to Operate the Scanner ........................................................................................... 17
1.1.2 Auto Power Off.................................................................................................................. 18
1.2 Memory .....................................................................................................................................19
1.2.1 Transmit Buffer ................................................................................................................19
1.2.2 Memory Mode ..................................................................................................................20
1.3 LED Indicator ............................................................................................................................22
1.3.1 Good Read LED ................................................................................................................ 23
1.3.2 Good Read LED Duration................................................................................................. 23
1.4 Beeper....................................................................................................................................... 24
1.4.1 Beeper Volume................................................................................................................. 25
1.4.2 Good Read Beep .............................................................................................................. 26
1.4.3 Low Battery Alarm ............................................................................................................ 27
1.5 Send “NR” to Host ....................................................................................................................28
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1.6 Scan Modes .............................................................................................................................. 29
1.6.1 Continuous Mode............................................................................................................. 30
1.6.2 Test Mode......................................................................................................................... 31
1.6.3 Laser Mode....................................................................................................................... 31
1.6.4 Auto Off Mode...................................................................................................................31
1.6.5 Auto Power Off Mode ....................................................................................................... 32
1.6.6 Aiming Mode..................................................................................................................... 32
1.6.7 Multi-Barcode Mode......................................................................................................... 33
1.6.8 Alternate Mode.................................................................................................................33
1.7 Scanning Timeout.....................................................................................................................34
1.8 Delay between Re-read ............................................................................................................ 35
1.9 Effective Decoding Area ...........................................................................................................36
1.9.1 Positioning Window.......................................................................................................... 36
1.9.2 Adjusting Window.............................................................................................................36
1.10 Auto-Sense Mode (1560 Only) .............................................................................................. 38
1.11 CCD Sensor Always Active (1560 Only).................................................................................39
1.12 Negative Barcodes .................................................................................................................39
1.13 Symbologies Supported .........................................................................................................40
1.13.1 Read Redundancy for All Symblogies ........................................................................... 41
1.13.2 Addon Security for UPC/EAN Barcodes ........................................................................42
SELECTING OUTPUT INTERFACE .......................................................................................................43
2.1 BT HID........................................................................................................................................44
2.1.1 Activate BT HID & Select Keyboard Type........................................................................ 44
2.1.2 Reset Connection............................................................................................................. 45
2.1.3 Keyboard Settings............................................................................................................ 46
2.1.4 Inter-Function Delay......................................................................................................... 50
2.2 BT SPP....................................................................................................................................... 51
2.2.1 Activate BT SPP ................................................................................................................ 51
2.2.2 Inter-Function Delay......................................................................................................... 51
2.2.3 ACK/NAK Timeout............................................................................................................ 52
2.3 Keyboard Wedge via 3656 ......................................................................................................53
2.3.1 Activate Keyboard Wedge & Select Keyboard Type....................................................... 53
2.3.2 Keyboard Settings............................................................................................................ 54
2.3.3 Inter-Character Delay ....................................................................................................... 60
2.3.4 Inter-Function Delay......................................................................................................... 60
2.4 RS-232 via 3656 ...................................................................................................................... 61
2.4.1 Activate RS-232 Interface ...............................................................................................61
2.4.2 Baud Rate......................................................................................................................... 61
2.4.3 Data Bits ........................................................................................................................... 62
2.4.4 Parity ................................................................................................................................. 62
2.4.5 Stop Bit .............................................................................................................................63
2.4.6 Flow Control......................................................................................................................63
2.4.7 Inter-Character Delay ....................................................................................................... 64
2.4.8 Inter-Function Delay......................................................................................................... 64
2.4.9 ACK/NAK Timeout............................................................................................................ 65
2.5 USB HID via 3656..................................................................................................................... 66
2.5.1 Activate USB HID & Select Keyboard Type ..................................................................... 66
2.5.2 Keyboard Settings............................................................................................................ 68
2.5.3 Inter-Function Delay......................................................................................................... 72
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2.6 USB Virtual COM via 3656....................................................................................................... 73
2.6.1 Activate USB Virtual COM ................................................................................................73
2.6.2 Inter-Function Delay......................................................................................................... 73
2.6.3 ACK/NAK Timeout............................................................................................................ 74
SETTING UP A WPAN CONNECTION .................................................................................................. 75
3.1 Connecting via 3656 ................................................................................................................ 76
3.1.1 Connect to 3656 ..............................................................................................................76
3.1.2 Change Interface..............................................................................................................77
3.2 Connecting via Bluetooth® Dongle .......................................................................................... 78
3.2.1 Change Interface..............................................................................................................78
3.2.2 Configure Related Settings..............................................................................................79
3.2.3 Connect to Dongle............................................................................................................ 82
CHANGING SYMBOLOGY SETTINGS.................................................................................................. 89
4.1 Codabar.....................................................................................................................................90
4.1.1 Start/Stop Characters Selection .....................................................................................90
4.1.2 Start/Stop Transmission..................................................................................................91
4.1.3 CLSI Conversion ...............................................................................................................91
4.2 Code 25 – Industrial 25........................................................................................................... 92
4.2.1 Start/Stop Pattern Selection ...........................................................................................92
4.2.2 Checksum Verification .....................................................................................................93
4.2.3 Checksum Transmission..................................................................................................93
4.2.4 Code Length Qualification ...............................................................................................94
4.3 Code 25 – Interleaved 25........................................................................................................95
4.3.1 Start/Stop Pattern Selection ...........................................................................................95
4.3.2 Checksum Verification .....................................................................................................96
4.3.3 Checksum Transmission..................................................................................................96
4.3.4 Code Length Qualification ...............................................................................................97
4.4 Code 25 – Matrix 25 ................................................................................................................ 98
4.4.1 Start/Stop Pattern Selection ...........................................................................................98
4.4.2 Checksum Verification .....................................................................................................99
4.4.3 Checksum Transmission..................................................................................................99
4.4.4 Code Length Qualification .............................................................................................100
4.5 Code 39...................................................................................................................................101
4.5.1 Start/Stop Transmission................................................................................................101
4.5.2 Checksum Verification ...................................................................................................101
4.5.3 Checksum Transmission................................................................................................102
4.5.4 Standard/Full ASCII Code 39 ........................................................................................102
4.6 Code 93...................................................................................................................................103
4.7 Code 128 ................................................................................................................................103
4.8 EAN-8.......................................................................................................................................104
4.8.1 Convert to EAN-13..........................................................................................................105
4.8.2 Checksum Transmission................................................................................................105
4.9 EAN-13 ....................................................................................................................................106
4.9.1 ISBN Conversion.............................................................................................................107
4.9.2 ISSN Conversion.............................................................................................................107
4.9.3 Checksum Transmission................................................................................................107
4.10 GS1-128 (EAN-128) .............................................................................................................108
4.10.1 Code ID Transmission..................................................................................................108
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4.10.2 Field Separator (GS Character)...................................................................................108
4.11 ISBT 128 ...............................................................................................................................109
4.12 MSI ........................................................................................................................................110
4.12.1 Checksum Verification.................................................................................................110
4.12.2 Checksum Transmission .............................................................................................111
4.12.3 Code Length Qualification ...........................................................................................112
4.13 French Pharmacode.............................................................................................................113
4.13.1 Checksum Transmission .............................................................................................113
4.14 Italian Pharmacode ..............................................................................................................114
4.14.1 Checksum Transmission .............................................................................................114
4.15 Plessey ..................................................................................................................................115
4.15.1 Convert to UK Plessey .................................................................................................115
4.15.2 Checksum Transmission .............................................................................................115
4.16 GS1 DataBar (RSS Family) ..................................................................................................116
4.16.1 Code ID Selection ........................................................................................................116
4.16.2 GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional (RSS-14).....................................................................116
4.16.3 GS1 DataBar Expanded (RSS Expanded)...................................................................117
4.16.4 GS1 DataBar Limited (RSS Limited) ...........................................................................118
4.17 Telepen .................................................................................................................................120
4.17.1 Telepen Output – Full ASCII/Numeric ........................................................................120
4.18 UPC-A.....................................................................................................................................121
4.18.1 Convert to EAN-13 .......................................................................................................122
4.18.2 System Number Transmission....................................................................................122
4.18.3 Checksum Transmission .............................................................................................122
4.19 UPC-E.....................................................................................................................................123
4.19.1 System Number Selection...........................................................................................124
4.19.2 Convert to UPC-A..........................................................................................................124
4.19.3 System Number Transmission....................................................................................125
4.19.4 Checksum Transmission .............................................................................................125
DEFINING OUTPUT FORMAT............................................................................................................127
5.1 Letter Case..............................................................................................................................127
5.2 Character Substitution ...........................................................................................................128
5.2.1 Select a Set for Character Substituion .........................................................................128
5.2.2 Symbologies for Character Substitution (All 3 Sets) ....................................................129
5.3 Prefix/Suffix Code...................................................................................................................134
5.4 Code ID....................................................................................................................................135
5.4.1 Select Pre-defined Code ID............................................................................................135
5.4.2 Change Code ID..............................................................................................................136
5.4.3 Clear Code ID Settings...................................................................................................138
5.5 Length Code............................................................................................................................139
5.6 Multi-Barcode Editor...............................................................................................................142
5.6.1 Edit a Concatenation of Barcodes ................................................................................143
5.6.2 Activate the Concatenation of Barcodes ......................................................................144
5.7 Removal of Special Character ...............................................................................................145
APPLYING FORMATS FOR DATA EDITING........................................................................................147
6.1 Format Selection ....................................................................................................................148
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6.1.1 Activate Editing Formats................................................................................................148
6.1.2 Exclusive Data Editing....................................................................................................149
6.2 Editing Format.........................................................................................................................150
6.2.1 Select Format to Configure............................................................................................151
6.2.2 Restore Default Format .................................................................................................152
6.2.3 Define Data Criteria .......................................................................................................153
6.2.4 Divide Data into Fields...................................................................................................156
6.2.5 Field Settings..................................................................................................................158
6.2.6 Field Transmission Sequence .......................................................................................164
6.3 Programming Examples .........................................................................................................166
6.3.1 Example I ........................................................................................................................166
6.3.2 Example II .......................................................................................................................167
SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................................................169
FIRMWARE UPGRADE......................................................................................................................171
How to Upgrade 1560/1562 Firmware.......................................................................................171
Using 3656...............................................................................................................................171
Using a Generic Dongle ...........................................................................................................173
How to Upgrade 3656 Firmware ..................................................................................................175
Upgrading 3656 CPU Firmware...............................................................................................175
Upgrading 3656 USB Bridge Firmware...................................................................................177
HOST SERIAL COMMANDS..............................................................................................................179
1560/1562 Serial Commands ....................................................................................................179
Example ....................................................................................................................................180
3656 Serial Commands................................................................................................................181
Example ....................................................................................................................................184
KEYBOARD WEDGE TABLE..............................................................................................................185
Key Type.........................................................................................................................................185
Key Status......................................................................................................................................186
User-defined Scan Code ...............................................................................................................186
NUMERAL SYSTEMS........................................................................................................................187
Decimal System.............................................................................................................................187
Hexadecimal System.....................................................................................................................188
ASCII Table.....................................................................................................................................189
Entering PIN Code for Authentication ..........................................................................................190
Use Preset PIN..........................................................................................................................190
Disable Authentication or Use Random PIN...........................................................................191
INTRODUCTION
CipherLab’s 1560 Series Barcode Scanners are specifically designed to answer your
mobile demands. The versatile 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 short-distance wireless technology to small-form-factor scanners,
the 1560/1562 scanners are ideal for carrying around, and thus give workers tether-free
mobility anytime anywhere and get job done more efficiently. This line of scanners
deliver data over a wireless personal network at a range of up to 90 meters and a
prolonged battery life to keep business running.
Owing to the slim, ergonomic design, extremely low power consumption, and powerful
decoding capability, the 1560 Series 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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GETTING FAMILIARIZED WITH 1560/1562 AND 3656
INSTALLING THE BATTERY TO 1560/1562
When you first receive the package, the rechargeable battery is stored separately from
the scanner. Insert the battery into the scanner first so that it can be charged when
sitting in the Auto-Sense stand.
Note: Any improper handling may reduce the battery life.
1) Hold the scanner still and insert the battery into the battery compartment at the
bottom of the scanner.
2) Slide the battery latch to lock the battery in the compartment.
3) Hold down the trigger about 2 seconds to turn on the scanner.
The scanner will respond with a long beep and its LED will come on and off shortly.
Note: (1) To turn off the scanner, remove the battery. Refer to settings of “Auto Power
Off”.
(2) For shipping and storage purposes, save the scanner and the battery
separately. This will keep the battery in good condition for future use.
(3) When the battery charge becomes low, you will find the scanner cannot emit
scan beam and its power-on beep sounds differently.
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Introduction
SETTING UP 3656
Capable of charging 1560/1562, the 3656 stand is specifically designed for the scanner
to communicate with a host computer wirelessly. The connection between the scanners
and 3656 is made easy and reliable. Refer to
3.1.1 Connect to 3656
also an Auto-Sense stand when used with the scanner set to Auto-Sense mode.
. The 3656 stand is
Two LED indicators are provided for communications status and battery charging status.
Power LED
Red,
solid
--- Power OFF
Power ON
Meaning
Communication LED Meaning
--- Blue,
solid
Red,
solid
Red,
solid
Red,
flashing
--- Blue,
--- Failed to establish a USB connection
Blue,
flashing
Blue,
flashing
flashing
Initialize
Serial command mode with USB Virtual COM or RS-232: wait 3 seconds for
starting a serial command
Serial command mode with USB HID: wait 3 seconds for pressing
[NumLock] or [CapsLock] 5 times via keyboard
Wait for connection request from the scanner (Slow flash at 0.5 Hz)
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--- Blue,
flashing
Red,
solid
Red,
flashing
Blue,
flashing
--- Enter Download Mode
Connected with the scanner (Fast flash at 1 Hz)
Failed to send data to host via USB Virtual COM (Fast flash at 1 Hz)
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Introduction
CHARGING THE BATTERY VIA 3656
The battery may not be charged to full for shipment. When you first receive the package,
you will need to charge the battery to full before using the scanner.
Note: It takes approximately 3 hours to charge the battery to full (from the power
adaptor). If the two pivot bolts are not tightened properly, charging error may
occur.
1) Install the battery to the scanner.
2) Seat the scanner in the 3656 stand.
3) Connect the 3656 stand to your computer or notebook via the USB or RS-232 cable.
If using the RS-232 cable, it is necessary to connect the power supply cord.
4) The LED for power indication on 3656 will become solid red.
5) The scanner LED will be flashing red during charging. When the charging is done, the
LED will turn off. When charging error occurs, the LED will turn solid red.
6) The LED for communications on 3656 will first become solid blue while initializing.
Refer to the table above for details on different stage of communications.
The two pivot bolts need to be
tightened, or charging error may
Warning: It is recommended that the charging devices be operated at room
temperature (18°C to 25°C) for optimal performance. The charging devices
will not charge the battery when the temperature exceeds 40°C.
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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.
Barcode Scanner (1560 or 1562)
BT Base (3656)
Rechargeable Li-ion battery
Product CD
Note: The CD-ROM includes this manual and Windows-based ScanMaster software for
configuration.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
Small-form-factor and built tough to survive drop test
Extremely low power consumption
Firmware upgradeable
Supports most popular barcode symbologies, including GS1-128 (EAN-128), GS1
DataBar (RSS), etc.
Supports negative barcodes
Supports different scan modes, including Aiming Mode and Multi-Barcode Mode
User feedback via LED indicator and beeper
Beeping tone and duration programmable for Good Read
512 KB flash memory for Memory Mode operation, storing up to 32,768 scans based
on EAN-13 barcodes
Provides up to 4 KB SRAM for reserve buffer while getting out of range over a
wireless personal area network (WPAN), storing up to 256 scans based on EAN-13
barcodes
Capable of transmitting scanned data, emulating a serial cable (BT SPP) or as
keyboard input (BT HID), to a notebook computer or PDA with Bluetooth
technology
®
wireless
Programmable parameters include data output format, editing format, symbologies,
etc.
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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.
Configuration Mode
1. Hold down the trigger about 2 seconds to turn on the scanner. It will respond with a long beep
and its LED will come on and off shortly.
2. Have the scanner read the “Enter Setup” label. It will respond with six beeps and its LED
indicator will become flashing red after reading the label.
3. Have the scanner read more setup barcodes… Most of the setup barcodes are normal labels.
The scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone). For special labels, it requires reading
more than one setup barcode to complete the setting.
4. Have the scanner read the “Update” or “Abort” label. It will respond with six beeps and its LED
indicator will become flashing red after reading the label.
5. The scanner will restart automatically upon reading the “Update” or “Abort” label. It will
respond with a long beep and its LED will come on and off shortly.
Note: Refer to Appendix II Host Serial Commands for how to configure the 3656 stand
by having the scanner read 3656-related setup labels or using serial commands.
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Working Mode
Upon powering up, the 1560/1562 scanner will try to establish a connection with 3656 or a
computer with Bluetooth
for details. The connection between the scanners and 3656 is made easy and reliable.
®
wireless technology. Refer to Chapter 3 – Setting up a WPAN Connection
Note: If RS-232, USB Virtual COM or BT SPP is selected for output interface, the host can
directly send serial commands to configure the scanner. For example, run
HyperTerminal.exe and type the 6-digit command located under each setup label.
Refer to
Appendix II Host Serial Commands
.
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Quick Start
E
n
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.
ter 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
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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. This is a normal label, and the scanner will respond
with two beeps (low-high tone).
After reading the “Update” label, the current settings will be saved as user defaults.
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. This is a normal label, and the scanner will
respond with two beeps (low-high tone).
After reading the “Update” label, 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. This is a normal label, and the scanner will respond with two
beeps (low-high tone).
After reading the “Update” label, all the parameters of the scanner will return to their
default values. The current connection record will be cleared as well.
Restore System Defaults
Note: The system default value (if there is) for each setting is indicated by an asterisk
“*”.
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Quick Start
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 setup
labels, such as
Numeric labels, say, for keyboard type, inter-character delay, length qualification
Hexadecimal labels, say, for character strings as prefix, suffix, etc.
When “BT HID”, “USB HID” or “Keyboard Wedge” is configured for interface, Key
Type and Key Status will then become applicable. You may decide whether or not to
change 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.
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The example below shows how to save your settings as “User Default” so that you may
restore user defaults at a later time:
Steps
1 Power on the scanner…
2 Enter the Configuration Mode…
3 Read a Setup label…
4 Exit the Configuration Mode…
Action User Feedback if Successful
For example,
he scanner will respond with a long beep
(high tone) and its LED indicator will
become solid red and go off quickly.
he scanner will respond with six beeps
(high-low tone repeats three times), and
its LED indicator will be flashing red.
The scanner will respond with two beeps
(low-high tone) if reading a normal label.
Same as for Enter the Configuration Mode.
5 The scanner will automatically restart itself… Same as for Power on the scanner.
* When any configuration error occurs...
OR
he scanner will respond with one long
beep (low tone).
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The example below shows how to set numeric parameters:
Steps
1 Power on the scanner...
2 Enter the Configuration Mode…
3
Action User Feedback if Successful
Read a Setup label...
For example,
Normal label
Normal label
Special label
Decimal label
or labels
4 Exit the Configuration Mode…
he scanner will respond with a long beep
(high tone) and its LED indicator will
become solid red and go off quickly.
he scanner will respond with six beeps
(high-low tone repeats three times), and
its LED indicator will become flashing red.
he scanner will respond with two beeps
(low-high tone) if reading a normal label.
he scanner will respond with one short
beep if reading a special label such as
Max. Length”, indicating the setup
requires reading more labels.
Read the “Decimal Value” label(s).
Refer to Appendix IV “Decimal
System”
he scanner will respond with two beeps
(low-high
validated.
Same as for Enter the Configuration Mode.
tone) when the input values are
OR
5 The scanner will automatically restart itself… Same as for Power on the scanner.
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The example below shows how to set string parameters:
Steps
1 Power on the scanner... The scanner will respond with a long beep
2 Enter the Configuration Mode…
3
Special label
Action User Feedback if Successful
(high tone) and its LED indicator will
become solid red and go off quickly.
he scanner will respond with six beeps
(high-low tone repeats three times), and
its LED indicator will become flashing red.
Read a Setup label...
For example,
he scanner will respond with one short
beep if reading a special label such as
Prefix Code”, indicating the setup
requires reading more labels.
When “BT HID”, “USB HID” or “Keyboard
Wedge” is configured for interface, Key
ype and Key Status will then become
applicable. You may decide whether or not
to change key status when “Normal Key”
is selected for Key Type.
Refer to Appendix III
Read the “Hexadecimal Value” labels for
Hexadecimal
labels
the desired character string. For example,
read “2” and “B” for the scanner to prefix
the character “+”.
Refer to Appendix IV “Hexadecimal
System”
4 Exit the Configuration Mode…
OR
5 The scanner will automatically restart itself… Same as for Power on the scanner.
he scanner will respond with two beeps
(low-high
validated.
Same as for Enter the Configuration Mode.
tone) when the input values are
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LIST THE CURRENT SETTINGS
The current settings of all scanner parameters can be sent to the host computer for user
inspection. The listing includes ten pages as shown below. You can select the page of
interest by having the scanner read the “List Page x” label. The scanner will respond with
two beeps (low-high tone) and send the selected page to the host immediately.
List Page 1
List Page 2
List Page 3
List Page 4
List Page 5
List settings regarding Firmware Version,
Serial Number, Interface, Buzzer, and Other
Scanner Parameters
List settings regarding Prefix, Postfix, and
Length Code Setting
List settings regarding Code ID
List settings regarding: Readable
Symbologies
List settings regarding Symbology Parameters
(1/3)
List Page 6
List settings regarding Symbology Parameters
(2/3)
List Page 7
List settings regarding Symbology Parameters
(3/3)
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List Page 9
List Page 10
List Page 11
List Page 12
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 settings regarding Editing Format 5
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UNDERSTANDING THE BARCODE SCANNER
This chapter explains the features and usage of the barcode scanner.
IN THIS CHAPTER
1.1 Battery..................................................................... 17
1.2 Memory
1.3 LED Indicator ............................................................ 22
1.4 Beeper
1.5 Send "NR" to
1.6 Scan Modes .............................................................. 29
1.7 Scanner Ti
1.8 Delay between Re-
1.9 Effective Decodi
1.10 Auto-Sense Mode (1560 Onl
1.11 CCD Sensor Always Active (1560 Only) ...................... 39
1.12 Negative Barcodes
31.13 Symbologies Supported ............................................ 40
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Host ..................................................... 28
me-out ...................................................... 34
read............................................... 35
ng Area .............................................. 36
y) .................................. 38
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Chapter 1
1.1 BATTERY
The scanner is powered by a rechargeable 3.7 V/800 mAh Li-ion battery, and it takes
approximately 3 hours to charge the battery to full (from the power adaptor). However,
the charging time may vary by working condition. For intensive data collection, you may
purchase a spare battery for non-stop operation.
Note: The scanner can be configured to save battery power. Refer to settings of “
Power Off”, “CCD Sensor Always Active”, “Sniff Mode”, as well as “Low Battery
Alarm”.
Auto
1.1.1 HOW TO OPERATE THE SCANNER
Turn on the scanner…
After installing the battery, hold down the trigger for about 2 seconds. The scanner will respond
with a long beep (high tone), and its LED will become solid red and go off quickly.
Turn off the scanner…
Remove the battery directly or let it turn off automatically in specific circumstances.
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1.1.2 AUTO POWER OFF
Specify the time interval (1~254 min.; 0= Disable) for the scanner to automatically turn
off in the following circumstances. By default, it is set to 10 minutes. If this feature is not
desired, set it to 0.
Auto Power Off before establishing a WPAN connection successfully...
1. The scanner will stay active for 2 minutes for the following scenarios. Its CPU is running at full
speed, and the LED is flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s).
(a) waiting for a connection request from the host (BT SPP)
(b) trying to connect to the host (BT HID)
(c) trying to connect to 3656
2. If it fails to connect within 2 minutes, the scanner will become inactive to save power for the
remaining period of time (the specified value minus 2 minutes). Its CPU is running at low
speed, and the LED is flashing red (On/Off ratio 0.3 s: 2.5 s).
Press the trigger to wake up the scanner when it becomes inactive, and the scanner will stay
active for 2 minutes again.
3. If it fails to connect again and again, and finally stays inactive until the specified time interval
has elapsed, the scanner will automatically turn off in order to conserve battery power.
Hold down the trigger for about 2 seconds to turn it on. For scenarios (a) and (b) in step 1, on
your computer you will have to search for the scanner again.
Auto Power Off after establishing a WPAN connection successfully...
Once a WPAN connection is established successfully, the LED is flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.02 s:
3 s). If the scanner is idle during the specified time interval for Auto Power Off, it will automatically
turn off when the time is up. You will hear three short beeps, tone descending from high to low.
For BT HID or SPP, there is no transition from full CPU speed to low CPU speed. However, when
connecting with 3656, the scanner will go through the transition in order to save power.
For BT HID, the scanner will resume connection with the host upon powering on again, as long
as the host application is running. You will hear three short beeps, tone ascending from low to
high. If the scanner fails to resume connection, it will try every 5 seconds to re-connect to the
host unless you have the scanner read the “Reset Connection” label.
For BT SPP, the scanner must wait for the host to re-connect.
With the use of 3656, the scanner will try re-connecting to 3656 unless you turn off the
scanner.
uto 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
” label on page 187. For example, read “1” and “5” for the
scanner to automatically turn off after being idle for 15 minutes.
3) Read the “Validate” label on the same page to complete this setting.
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