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).

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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

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LIST THE CURRENT SETTINGS

The current settings of all scanner parameters can be sent to the host computer for user inspection. The listing includes ten pages as shown below. You can select the page of interest by having the scanner read the “List Page x” label. The scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone) and send the selected page to the host immediately.

List Page 1

List Page 2

List Page 3

List Page 4

List Page 5

List settings regarding Firmware Version, Serial Number, Interface, Buzzer, and Other Scanner Parameters

List settings regarding Prefix, Postfix, and Length Code Setting

List settings regarding Code ID

List settings regarding: Readable Symbologies

List settings regarding Symbology Parameters (1/3)

List Page 6

List settings regarding Symbology Parameters (2/3)

List Page 7

List settings regarding Symbology Parameters (3/3)

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List Page 8

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

Enter Setup

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.

Enter Setup

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