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.

Enter Setup

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, flashing

--- Blue,

--- Failed to establish a USB connection

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.

occur.

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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

Enter Setup

Quick Start

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

“*”.

Enter Setup

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...

he scanner will respond with one long beep (low tone).

Enter Setup

Quick Start

“

The example below shows how to set numeric parameters:

Steps

1 Power on the scanner...

2 Enter the Configuration Mode…

Action User Feedback if Successful

Read a Setup label...

For example,

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

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…

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…

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

Enter Setup

Quick Start

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)

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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1.2 MEMORY

The collected data can be sent back to a host computer one by one via the WPAN connection or stored in flash memory when the scanner is set to Memory mode.

1.2.1 TRANSMIT BUFFER

By default, transmit buffer is enabled and for use when the scanner is out of range. Upon reading a barcode successfully within range, the scanner responds with one short beep (high tone) and its LED indicator becomes solid green and goes off quickly. However, the host computer may not receive the data immediately if getting out of range. With the 4 KB transmit buffer, the scanner can ignore the transmission status and keep on reading barcodes until the buffer is full.

 When transmit buffer is enabled and the scanner is out of range, the scanner will

respond with two short beeps, high-low tone, upon reading a barcode successfully.

When transmit buffer is full, the scanner will respond with one long beep (low tone) and its LED indicator will become solid red and go off quickly. You are advised to get back to range.

 When transmit buffer is disabled and the scanner is out of range, the scanner will

respond with one long beep (low tone) and its LED indicator will become solid red and go off quickly. You are advised to get back to range.

Enable Transmit Buffer*

isable Transmit Buffer

Note: The 4 KB transmit buffer on the scanner can hold as many as 256 scans based on

EAN-13 barcodes. Data will be cleared out once the scanner is turned off or running out of battery power!

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1.2.2 MEMORY MODE

The scanner keeps 512 KB flash memory for memory mode operation. When the scanner is in memory mode, it means a WPAN connection is disabled.

Enable Memory Mode

Disable Memory Mode

Warning: No WPAN connection is allowed unless the 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

500 ms

1 sec

2 sec

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3 sec

5 sec

8 sec

Send Data

The 512 KB flash memory on the scanner can store up to 32,768 scans based on EAN-13 barcodes. When it is used up, the scanner will respond with two short beeps (high-low tone) as a warning. You are advised to send data to the server immediately by having the scanner read the label below.

end Data

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

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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 upon powering on or running out of transmit buffer. You may tell the difference by the beeps – 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.

Scanner LED

Red, flashing

Red, solid

Red, on-off

Green,

Blue,

Red, flashing

Blue,

Charging (On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s)

Charging error

on-off

First, flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s) for two minutes

flashing

Flashing red (On/Off ratio 0.3 s: 2.5 s) indicates the scanner is

Flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.1 s: 0.1 s) indicates the scanner

flashing

Meaning

 Power on, with one long beep (high tone, LED on for 1

second)

 Data saved to buffer when transmit buffer is enabled and the

scanner is out of range, with two short beeps (high-low tone)

 Transmit buffer full, with one long beep (low tone)  Transmit buffer disabled, with one long beep (low tone)  Memory full in memory mode, with two short beeps (high-low

tone)

Good Read, with one short beep (high tone) and beeper pitch and duration programmable

indicates the scanner is waiting for connection, and goes off if no connection is established, then flashing red (On/Off ratio 0.3 s:

2.5 s) indicates the scanner is inactive.

It is ready for connection only while the LED is flashing blue —

 SPP: waiting host to connect  HID: trying to connect to host  Using 3656: trying to connect to 3656

inactive and its CPU running at low speed to save power —

 No WPAN connection is established after waiting for two

minutes

receives a PIN code request from host (flashing more quickly than waiting connection).

Blue,

flashing

Blue,

flashing

Red, flashing

Configuration Mode (On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s)

Flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.02 s: 3 s) indicates the scanner has

established a WPAN connection successfully.

Green, flashing

Flashing blue and green (On/Off ratio 0.1 s: 0.1 s) indicates an error occurs while entering the PIN code. Press the trigger to get ready for re-connecting.

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1.3.1 GOOD READ LED

*Enable Good Read LED

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isable Good Read LED

1.3.2 GOOD READ LED DURATION

By default, the Good Read LED stays on for 40 milliseconds. Specify a value, ranging from 1 to 254 in units of 10 milliseconds.

Good Read LED Time-Out after

0.01~2.54 seconds (*40 ms)

1) Read the label above to specify the time interval before the Good Read LED goes off.

2) Read the “Decimal Value

Good Read LED to go off after 150 milliseconds.

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

” label on page 187. For example, read “1” and “5” for the

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1.4 BEEPER

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

Beeping

One long beep, high tone Power on, with red LED on (1 second) and off quickly

One short beep, high tone (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

Meaning

Good Read, with green LED on and off quickly

 Enter Configuration Mode, with red LED flashing  Exit Configuration Mode

 More setup label required  Input PIN code  Clear PIN code

One short beep, low tone More barcodes required to complete the “output sequence”

requirements of Multi-Barcode Editor, with green LED on and off quickly (Upon completion, same as Good Read.)

One long beep, low tone

 Transmit buffer full, with red LED on and off quickly  Transmit buffer disabled, with red LED on and off

quickly

 Configuration error (Wrong label…)  PIN code input error  Reject random PIN request  Fail to send data in memory mode

Two short beeps, high-low tone

 Data saved to buffer when transmit buffer is enabled

and the scanner is out of range, with red LED on and off quickly

 Memory Mode – Memory full, with red LED on and off

quickly

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

Three short beeps, tone ascending from low to high

Three short beeps, tone ascending from high to low

 WPAN connection established, with blue LED flashing  WPAN connection resumed, with blue LED flashing

WPAN connection out of range or suspended

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1.4.1 BEEPER VOLUME

Mute

Medium Volume

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Maximum Volume

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1.4.2 GOOD READ BEEP

Frequency

8 kHz

2 kHz

* 4 kHz

1 kHz

Duration

*Shortest

Shorter

Longer

Longest

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1.4.3 LOW BATTERY ALARM

By default, it will activate the beeper to give a warning when the battery charge gets low.

No Alarm

ow Battery Alarm

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1.5 SEND “NR” TO HOST

The scanner can send the “NR” string to the host to notify the No Read event.

Enable

*Disable

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1.6 SCAN MODES

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

Scan Mode Start to Scan Stop Scanning

Always Press

trigger once

Continuous mode

Test mode

Laser mode

Auto Off mode

Auto Power Off mode

Aiming mode

Multi-Barcode mode

Alternate mode



Hold trigger



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.

 After a successful decoding, the removal of barcode is required. It is not allowed to

proceed to decode until the decoding delay time has passed.

 To decode the same barcode repeatedly, move away the barcode and put it back

again and again for scanning.

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

ontinuous 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 without removing it, for testing

purpose.

est 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”.

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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.

iming 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

15 seconds (*1)

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

automatically shut down after being idle for 10 seconds.

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

” label on page 187. For example, read “1” and “0” for the scanner to

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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

arcode Mode

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

others. (2) Multi-Barcode Mode has nothing to do with the

Multi-Barcode Editor

1.6.8 ALTERNATE MODE

The scanner will start scanning once the trigger is pressed

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

lternate Mode

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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 0~254seconds (*10)

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

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 187. 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  Alternate 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 10%

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Left 40%

Left 20%

Percentage for Right Half

Right 10%

Right 30%

*Right 50%

Right 20%

Right 40%

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1.10 AUTO-SENSE MODE (1560 ONLY)

This mode is only available when you want to seat the scanner in the Auto-Sense Stand. When you enable this mode, it will force the scanner to apply Laser mode as the scan mode. However, it works differently from the original Laser mode. Now the scanner will be scanning as long as it is seated in the Auto-Sense Stand, as shown below. Whenever a barcode is brought within range, the scanner will be able to decode it.

Warning: When you disable this mode later, the scan mode remains unchanged. If

Laser mode is not desired, proceed to select a scan mode best suits your application.

Note: For Auto-Sense mode to work, you must connect (1) the power supply cord and (2)

the interface cable to the Auto-Sense Stand. USB power is insufficient.

Enable

*Disable

When the ambient light is too dim to activate the sensor, you may have the scanner read the “High Sensitivity” label to improve performance.

High Sensitivity

*Normal

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1.11 CCD SENSOR ALWAYS ACTIVE (1560 ONLY)

This feature is used to keep the CCD sensor always active so that the scanner can decode more efficiently. However, you may disable it in order to save battery power.

*Enable

Disable

1.12 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

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1.13 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

Settings for details of each symbology.

Chapter 4 Changing Symbology

Symbologies Supported: Enable/Disable

Codabar Enabled

Code 93 Enabled

MSI Disabled

Plessey Disabled

Telepen Disabled

Code 128

Code 2 of 5

Code 3 of 9

EAN/UPC

Code 128 Enabled

GS1-128 (EAN-128) Disabled

ISBT-128 Disabled

Industrial 25 Enabled

Interleaved 25 Enabled

Matrix 25 Disabled

Code 39 Enabled

Italian Pharmacode Disabled

French Pharmacode Disabled

EAN-8 Enabled

EAN-8 Addon 2 Disabled

CCD Scan Engine

GS1 DataBar (RSS)

EAN-8 Addon 5 Disabled

EAN-13 Enabled

EAN-13 & UPC-A Addon 2 Disabled

EAN-13 & UPC-A Addon 5 Disabled

ISBN Disabled

UPC-E0 Enabled

UPC-E1 Disabled

UPC-E Addon 2 Disabled

UPC-E Addon 5 Disabled

UPC-A Enabled

GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional (RSS-14) Disabled

GS1 DataBar Limited (RSS Limited) Disabled

GS1 DataBar Expanded (RSS Expanded) Disabled

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1.13.1 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

Two Times

One Time

Three Times

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1.13.2 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 Security Level (*0 ~ 30)

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 187. For example, read “1” and “2” for the

Enter Setup

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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 hold down the trigger for about 2 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.

6) Turn on your computer or laptop and establish a WPAN connection with the scanner.

Refer to

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

Chapter 3 – Setting up a WPAN Connection

IN THIS CHAPTER

32.1 BT HID..................................................................... 44

32.2 BT SPP ..................................................................... 51

2.3 Keyboard Wedge via 3656

2.4 RS-232 vi

2.5 USB HID vi

2.6 USB Virtual

a 3656........................................................ 61

a 3656...................................................... 66

COM via 3656........................................... 73

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2.1 BT HID

For BT HID, refer to Chapter 3 – Setting up a WPAN Connection for related connection settings. Run any text editor on your computer, and the scanned data will be transmitted to the computer.

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

2.1.1 ACTIVATE BT HID & SELECT KEYBOARD TYPE

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

Activate BT HID & Select Keyboard Type …

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

2) Read the “Decimal Value

” label on page 187. Refer to the table below for the number

of desired keyboard type.

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

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Selecting Output Interface

BT HID

By default, the keyboard type is set to PCAT (US). The following keyboard types are supported for BT HID or USB HID when using 3656 with the USB cable provided —

No. Keyboard Type No. Keyboard Type

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 BT HID, you can only have the scanner connected to one computer at a time. If you want to connect the scanner to another host, you must have it read the “Reset Connection” label so that the current connection record will be cleared. Then, the scanner will restart itself automatically. Go through the whole process in to establish a new connection.

3.2.3 Connect to Dongle

Reset Connection

Note: The “Restore System Defaults” label will have the current connection record

cleared as well.

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2.1.3 KEYBOARD SETTINGS

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

Note: BT 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 Description

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

Lower Row For QWERTY or QWERTZ keyboard

Upper Row For AZERTY keyboard

*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

apital 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

he 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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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.

efer to

1 Letter Case.

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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.

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2.1.4 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

By default, the inter-function delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254, 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.

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

… …

Delay Time Value Delay Time

Inter-Function Delay … (*0 ~ 25

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.

” label on page 187 for the desired inter-function delay

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2.2 BT SPP

For BT SPP, refer to Chapter 3 – Setting up a WPAN Connection for related connection settings. For example, run HyperTerminal.exe on your computer, and the scanned data will be transmitted to the computer.

2.2.1 ACTIVATE BT 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

… …

Delay Time Value Delay Time

Inter-Function Delay … (*0 ~ 25

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.

” label on page 187 for the desired inter-function delay

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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

ut 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

” label on page 187. For example, read “1” and “0” for the

scanner to automatically shut down after being idle for 1 second.

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

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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2.3 KEYBOARD WEDGE VIA 3656

The Y cable allows you to connect the scanner via 3656 to the keyboard input port of PC and you may join the keyboard as well. The scanned data will be transmitted to the host keyboard port as if it is manually entered via the keyboard. For example, run a text editor on your computer to receive the data.

Keyboard Wedge Settings

Keyboard Type PCAT (US)

Alphabets Layout Normal

Digits Layout Normal

Capital Lock Type Normal

Capital Lock State Off

Alphabets Transmission Case-sensitive

Digits Transmission Alphanumeric keypad

Alternate Composing No

Inter-Character Delay 0 (ms)

Inter-Function Delay 0 (ms)

Send “NR” to Host Disable

Laptop Support Disable

Defaults

2.3.1 ACTIVATE KEYBOARD WEDGE & SELECT KEYBOARD TYPE

When Keyboard Wedge interface is activated, you will have to select a keyboard type to complete this setting.

Activate & Select Keyboard Type

1) Read this label above to activate Keyboard Wedge 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 187. Refer to the table below for the number

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Keyboard Wedge via 3656

By default, the keyboard type is set to PCAT (US). The following keyboard types are supported when using 3656 with the keyboard wedge cable provided —

No. Keyboard Type No. Keyboard Type

1 PCAT (US) 16 PS55 001-2

2 PCAT (French) 17 PS55 001-82

3 PCAT (German) 18 PS55 001-3

4 PCAT (Italian) 19 PS55 001-8A

5 PCAT (Swedish) 20 PS55 002-1, 003-1

6 PCAT (Norwegian) 21 PS55 002-81, 003-81

7 PCAT (UK) 22 PS55 002-2, 003-2

8 PCAT (Belgium) 23 PS55 002-82, 003-82

9 PCAT (Spanish) 24 PS55 002-3, 003-3

10 PCAT (Portuguese) 25 PS55 002-8A, 003-8A

11 PS55 A01-1 26 IBM 3477 Type 4 (Japanese)

12 PS55 A01-2 (Japanese) 27 PS2-30

13 PS55 A01-3 28 IBM 34XX/319X, Memorex Telex 122 Keys

14 PS55 001-1 29 User-defined table

15 PS55 001-81

2.3.2 KEYBOARD SETTINGS

Alphabets Layout

By default, the alphabets layout is set to normal mode, also known as the standard English layout. Select French or German keyboard layout if necessary. The scanner will make adjustments when sending the "A", "Q", "W", "Z", "Y", and "M" characters according to this setting.

*Normal

AZERTY

QWERTZ

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US Keyboard Style – Normal

QWERTY layout, which is normally used in western countries.

 Select “Lower Row” for the “Digits Layout” setting for the upper row is for special characters.

French Keyboard Style – AZERTY

French layout; see below for French Keyboard Style.

 Select “Upper Row” for the “Digits Layout” setting for the lower row is for special characters.

German Keyboard Layout – QWERTZ

German layout; see below for German Keyboard Style.

 Select “Lower Row” for the “Digits Layout” setting for the upper row is for special characters.

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Note: This setting only works when the keyboard type selected is US keyboard, such as

PCAT (US). The Alphabets Layout and Digits Layout setting must match your keyboard.

Digits Layout

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

Options Description

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

Lower Row For QWERTY or QWERTZ keyboard

Upper Row For AZERTY keyboard

*Normal

Lower Row

Upper Row

Note: This setting is meant to be used with the Alphabets Layout; and perhaps 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.

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.

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*Normal

Shift Lock

Selecting Output Interface

Capital 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).

*Capital Lock OFF

apital Lock ON

Auto Detection

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Alphabets Transmission

efer to

1 Letter Case.

*Case-sensitive

Ignore Case

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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".

ALT Composing

By default, Alternate key composing is disabled. Select [Yes] to allow emulating Alternate key code of a specific keyboard character. For example, [Alt] + [065] will be sent to host for the character “A” regardless the keyboard type you are using.

Yes

*No

Laptop Support

By default, laptop support is disabled. It is suggested to enable this feature if you connect the wedge cable to a laptop without an external keyboard being inter-connected.

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Enable

*Disable

2.3.3 INTER-CHARACTER DELAY

By default, the inter-character delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254 in units of millisecond, to match the computer response time of the keyboard interface. Such delay time is inserted between every character being transmitted. The longer the delay time is, the slower the transmission speed will be.

nter-Character Delay … (*0 ~ 25

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

2) Read the “Decimal Value

(millisecond).

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

” label on page 187 for the desired inter-character delay

2.3.4 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

By default, the inter-function delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254 in units of millisecond, 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.

Inter-Function Delay … (*0 ~ 25

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.

” label on page 187 for the desired inter-function delay

Enter Setup

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2.4 RS-232 VIA 3656

Use the RS-232 cable to connect the scanner via 3656 to the serial port of PC, and connect the power supply cord. The associated RS-232 parameters must match those configured on the computer. You may run HyperTerminal.exe on your computer, and the scanned data will be transmitted to the computer.

RS-232 Settings

Baud Rate, Data Bit, Parity, Stop Bit 9600 bps, 8 bits, No parity, 1 stop bit

Flow Control None

Inter-Character Delay 0 (ms)

Inter-Function Delay 0 (ms)

Send “NR” to Host Disable

ACK/NAK Timeout 0

ACK/NAK Beep Disable

Defaults

2.4.1 ACTIVATE RS-232 INTERFACE

Activate RS

32 Interface

2.4.2 BAUD RATE

*115200 bps

57600 bps

38400 bps

19200 bps

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9600 bps

1200 bps

2.4.3 DATA BITS

2400 bps

600 bps

* 8 bits

2.4.4 PARITY

*No Parity

7 bits

Even

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2.4.5 STOP BIT

2 stop bits

Selecting Output Interface

1 stop bit

2.4.6 FLOW CONTROL

By default, there is no flow control in use. Select the flow control (handshake) method.

Options

No No flow control

Scanner Ready The scanner will activate the RTS signal upon powering on. After each good

Data Ready

Inverted Data Ready It works the same as the Data Ready flow control, except that the RTS

*None

Description

read, the scanner will then wait for the CTS signal to become active. Data will not be sent until the CTS signal becomes active.

he RTS signal will be activated after each good read. The scanner will then wait for the CTS signal to become active. Data will not be sent until the CTS signal becomes active.

signal level is inverted.

canner Ready

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Data Ready

nvert Data Ready

2.4.7 INTER-CHARACTER DELAY

By default, the inter-character delay is zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254 in units of millisecond, to match the computer response time. Such delay time is inserted between every character being transmitted. The longer the delay time is, the slower the transmission speed will be.

nter-Character Delay … (*0 ~ 25

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

2) Read the “Decimal Value

(millisecond).

” label on page 187 for the desired inter-character delay

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

2.4.8 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

Inter-Function Delay … (*0 ~ 25

1) Read this 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.

” label on page 187 for the desired inter-function delay

Enter Setup

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2.4.9 ACK/NAK TIMEOUT

ACK/NAK Time

ut 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.

ACK/NAK Error Beep

” label on page 187. For example, read “1” and “0” for the

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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2.5 USB HID VIA 3656

For USB HID, use the USB cable to connect the scanner via 3656 to the USB port of PC and connect the power supply cord if necessary. Run any text editor on your computer, and the scanned data will be transmitted to the computer.

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

2.5.1 ACTIVATE USB HID & SELECT KEYBOARD TYPE

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

Activate USB HID & Select Keyboard Type …

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

2) Read the “Decimal Value

” label on page 187. Refer to the table below for the number

of desired keyboard type.

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

Enter Setup

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USB HID via 3656

By default, the keyboard type is set to PCAT (US). The following keyboard types are supported for BT HID or USB HID when using 3656 with the USB cable provided —

No. Keyboard Type No. Keyboard Type

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

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

Digits Layout

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

Options Description

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

Lower Row For QWERTY or QWERTZ keyboard

Upper Row For AZERTY keyboard

*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.

Cap Lock Type Description

Normal Normal type

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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

apital 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

*Capital Lock OFF

apital Lock ON

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Auto Detection

Alphabets Transmission

efer to

1 Letter Case.

*Case-sensitive

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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".

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2.5.3 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

… …

Delay Time Value Delay Time

Inter-Function Delay … (*0 ~ 25

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.

” label on page 187 for the desired inter-function delay

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2.6 USB VIRTUAL COM VIA 3656

Use the USB cable to connect the scanner via 3656 to the USB port of PC and connect the power supply cord if necessary. You may run HyperTerminal.exe on your computer, and the scanned data will be transmitted to the computer.

Note: If you are using USB Virtual COM for the first time, you must install its driver from

the CD-ROM. Driver version 5.3 or later is required. Please remove older versions!

2.6.1 ACTIVATE USB VIRTUAL COM

Activate USB Virtual COM

2.6.2 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

… …

Delay Time Value Delay Time

Inter-Function Delay … (*0 ~ 25

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.

” label on page 187 for the desired inter-function delay

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2.6.3 ACK/NAK TIMEOUT

ACK/NAK Time

ut 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

” label on page 187. For example, read “1” and “0” for the

scanner to automatically shut down after being idle for 1 second.

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

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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SETTING UP A WPAN CONNECTION

Chapter 3

The 1560/1562 scanner can be configured to send data to a host computer wirelessly via the 3656 stand, or to a notebook computer or PDA with Bluetooth Upon powering up, the scanner will be ready for establishing a WPAN connection.

To establish a connection via 3656 after reading “Set Connection” and “Serial No.” labels …

Cable Type Interface Option Reference

Keyboard Wedge Cable Keyboard Wedge Section 2.3

RS-232 Cable RS-232 Section 2.4

USB HID Section 2.5 USB Cable

USB Virtual COM Section 2.6

wireless technology.

To establish a connection via a generic Bluetooth® dongle after pairing…

Interface Option Reference

BT HID Section 2.1

BT SPP Section 2.2

IN THIS CHAPTER

3.1 Connecting via 3656 .................................................. 76

3.2 Connecting via Bluetooth

Dongle ................................ 78

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3.1 CONNECTING VIA 3656

Use the interface cable to connect the scanner via 3656 to PC. You can have up to seven scanners connected to one computer at the same time.

Note: If you are using USB Virtual COM for the first time, you must install its driver from

the CD-ROM. Driver version 5.3 or later is required. Please remove older versions!

3.1.1 CONNECT TO 3656

By default, the interface of 3656 is set to “USB HID”. You can connect any scanner to 3656 by having the scanner read the two labels at the back of 3656. The scanner will respond with one beep upon reading each of the labels.

 “Set Connection” label  “Serial Number” label

After reading these labels, the scanner will stay active for 2 minutes trying to connect to the 3656 stand while its LED is flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s). Once connected, the scanner will respond with three beeps (tone ascending from low to high), and the LED becomes flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.02 s: 3 s). When getting out of range, the scanner will respond with three short beeps (tone descending from high to low).

Read the “Set Connection” label first, and then the “Serial Number” label. If the “Set Connection” label on 3656 is illegible, try this one —

et Connection

Note: The 3656 settings will overwrite the interface-related settings on the scanners that

are currently connected to 3656.

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3.1.2 CHANGE INTERFACE

If you want to change the interface cable of 3656, use one of the scanners to configure the interface-related settings and it will pass the new settings to 3656, which will then initialize and pass the settings to any other connected scanners.

1) Have the scanner read the “Set Connection” and “Serial Number” labels at the back of

3656.

2) Within two minutes, connect the interface cable, Keyboard Wedge, RS-232 or USB, between 3656 and your computer. For USB Virtual COM, you may need to install its driver first!

3) The scanners will connect to your computer via 3656.

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

5) Have the scanner read the desired interface label and configure its related settings –

 “Activate Keyboard Wedge & Select Keyboard Type”

 “Activate RS-232”

 “Activate USB HID & Select Keyboard Type”

 “Activate USB Virtual COM”

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

7) After the scanner resumes connection with 3656, it will pass the interface-related

settings to 3656.

8) Upon receipt of the new settings, 3656 will initialize itself.

9) Updated with new settings, 3656 will pass the settings to other connected scanners.

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3.2.1 CHANGE INTERFACE

Below is the procedure to configure the scanner before establishing a WPAN connection via a generic Bluetooth

dongle.

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

2) Have the scanner read the desired interface label –

 “Activate BT HID & Select Keyboard Type”

 “Activate BT SPP”

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

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

5) The scanner will stay active for 2 minutes waiting for a connection request from the

host (SPP) or trying to connect to the host (HID). Its CPU is running at full speed, and the LED is flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s).

Once connected, when getting out of range, the scanner will respond with three short beeps (tone descending from high to low).

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3.2.2 CONFIGURE RELATED SETTINGS

Sniff Mode (Power-saving)

By default, this feature is enabled, meaning the scanner will listen to the wireless network at a reduced rate.

*Enable

Disable

Note: When connecting more than two scanners to a notebook computer or PDA with

Bluetooth® wireless technology, we suggest you to disable the power-saving

setting for a more reliable connection.

Device Name Broadcasting

The scanner can be configured to hide itself from other devices equipped with Bluetooth® wireless technology. 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.

*Enable

Disable

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

connection).

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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 devices before establishing a WPA connection. 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.

The scanner allows up to 16 characters for a PIN code and provides two options for authentication:

Enable Authentication with Preset PIN

Have the scanner read the “Use preset PIN” label, and change the preset PIN if necessary. This means you will have to enter exactly the same string for your computer or PDA to connect to the scanner. If the PIN or passkey is incorrect, any connection attempt will be turned down by the scanner. See step 8 in

3.2.3 Connect to

Dongle.

Use preset PIN

Enable Authentication with Random PIN or No Authentication

By default, it is set to “No PIN or use random PIN”, which depends on the setting of the target device. (No PIN = No authentication.)

*No PIN or

use random PIN

Use random PIN

No PIN required

Note: When using BT HID, some device driver may not support pre-defined PIN code for

authentication. In this case, make sure you have the scanner set to “No PIN or use random PIN” before pairing. While pairing, the host PIN code will be displayed on the computer screen. Have the scanner read the setup barcode “Enter PIN Code in Decimal” or “Enter PIN Code in Hexadecimal” to input the matching PIN code.

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Setting up a WPAN Connection

Entering preset PIN code…

1. Read the “Use preset PIN” label to enable authentication with a preset PIN.

Use preset PIN

2. Read one of the labels to specify the PIN code, in decimal or hexadecimal.

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

Enter PIN Code in Hexadecimal …

Enter PIN Code

n Decimal …

3. Read the “Decimal Value” label on page 187 or the “Hexadecimal Value” label on page 188 for

the desired digits or character string.

Read the “Clear PIN Code” label first if you need to re-input the PIN code.

Clear PIN Code

4. Read the “Validate” label to complete this setting.

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3.2.3 CONNECT TO DONGLE

The procedure goes through associating devices for establishing a WPAN connection, which is pretty much the same except for the software you are using. If your computer is running Microsoft (SP1), you can use the generic software support that Windows the driver that the device manufacturer provides. Now, let’s try using the generic software support that Windows

BT HID Procedure

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

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

BT SPP Procedure

1. Turn on the Bluetooth® function on 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 devices nearby.

Windows® XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) or Windows Vista® Service Pack 1

XP Service Pack 2 includes.

includes, or you can use

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4. Turn on the scanner with correct WPAN settings, such as select BT SPP or BT HID, broadcasting

enabled, authentication enabled, and PIN code specified, etc. Select the check box of [My device is set up and ready to be found] on your computer.

5. Click [Next].

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6. Wait for a few seconds for the Wizard to search available 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 2 minutes 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.

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10. Click [Finish].

luetooth SPP Only

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Select and Remove

Setting up a WPAN Connection

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

You can have up to seven scanners connected to one computer at the same time.

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

or you want to change to use BT 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.

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ected

BT S

sconnected

12. Run the desired application on your computer, such as HyperTerminal.exe if using BT SPP or

Notepad.exe if using BT HID.

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

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CipherLab 3656 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

IMPORTANT NOTICES

FOR USA

FOR CANADA

FOR HAND-HELD PRODUCT WITH RF FUNCTIONS

FOR PRODUCT WITH LASER

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CARE & MAINTENANCE

RELEASE NOTES

INTRODUCTION

GETTING FAMILIARIZED WITH 1560/1562 AND 3656

INSTALLING THE BATTERY TO 1560/1562

SETTING UP 3656

CHARGING THE BATTERY VIA 3656

INSIDE THE PACKAGE

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

QUICK START

ENTER CONFIGURATION MODE

EXIT CONFIGURATION MODE

DEFAULT SETTINGS

SAVE USER SETTINGS AS DEFAULTS

RESTORE USER DEFAULTS

RESTORE SYSTEM DEFAULTS

READ A SETUP LABEL

CONFIGURE PARAMETERS

LIST THE CURRENT SETTINGS

UNDERSTANDING THE BARCODE SCANNER

1.1 BATTERY

1.1.1 HOW TO OPERATE THE SCANNER

1.1.2 AUTO POWER OFF

1.2 MEMORY

1.2.1 TRANSMIT BUFFER

1.2.2 MEMORY MODE

1.3 LED INDICATOR

1.3.1 GOOD READ LED

1.3.2 GOOD READ LED DURATION

1.4 BEEPER

1.4.1 BEEPER VOLUME

1.4.2 GOOD READ BEEP

1.4.3 LOW BATTERY ALARM

1.5 SEND “NR” TO HOST

1.6 SCAN MODES

1.6.1 CONTINUOUS MODE

1.6.2 TEST MODE

1.6.3 LASER MODE

1.6.4 AUTO OFF MODE

1.6.5 AUTO POWER OFF MODE

1.6.6 AIMING MODE

1.6.7 MULTI-BARCODE MODE

1.6.8 ALTERNATE MODE

1.7 SCANNING TIMEOUT

1.8 DELAY BETWEEN RE-READ

1.9 EFFECTIVE DECODING AREA

1.9.1 POSITIONING WINDOW

1.9.2 ADJUSTING WINDOW

1.10 AUTO-SENSE MODE (1560 ONLY)

1.11 CCD SENSOR ALWAYS ACTIVE (1560 ONLY)

1.12 NEGATIVE BARCODES

1.13 SYMBOLOGIES SUPPORTED

1.13.1 READ REDUNDANCY FOR ALL SYMBLOGIES

1.13.2 ADDON SECURITY FOR UPC/EAN BARCODES

SELECTING OUTPUT INTERFACE

2.1 BT HID

2.1.1 ACTIVATE BT HID & SELECT KEYBOARD TYPE

2.1.2 RESET CONNECTION

2.1.3 KEYBOARD SETTINGS

2.1.4 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

2.2 BT SPP

2.2.1 ACTIVATE BT SPP

2.2.2 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

2.2.3 ACK/NAK TIMEOUT

2.3 KEYBOARD WEDGE VIA 3656

2.3.1 ACTIVATE KEYBOARD WEDGE & SELECT KEYBOARD TYPE

2.3.2 KEYBOARD SETTINGS

2.3.3 INTER-CHARACTER DELAY

2.3.4 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

2.4 RS-232 VIA 3656