Code CR3 User Manual

User Manual

Code Reader 3.0

Manual Version 15

This version of the manual released with rmware version 4058. Release Date: 3/24/09

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Statement of Agency Compliance

The CR3 has been tested for compliance with FCC regulations and was found to be compliant with all applicable FCC Rules and Regulations.

IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this device must not be co-located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

CAUTION: Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could

void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

The CR3 has been tested for compliance to CE standards and guidelines and was found to conform to

applicable CE standards, specically the EMC requirements EN 55024, ESD EN 61000-4-2, Radiated RF Immunity EN 61000-4-3, ENV 50204, EFT EN 61000-4-4, Conducted RF Immunity EN 61000-4-6, EN

55022, Class B Radiated Emissions, and Class B Conducted Emissions.

The CR3 can be set to use targeting lasers. The CR3’s targeting laser emits Class 2M radiation outside of the product per IEC 60825-1. Class 2M Laser/LED product. Do not stare into beam or view directly with optical instruments.

The CR3 has been tested by an independent electromagnetic compatibility laboratory in accordance with the applicable

specications and instructions.

Laser/LED Radiation

37AW

E300884

Wavelength: <1mW

Maximum Output: 650-700 nm

Laser Pulse Duration: 0.977 mSec. LED Pulse Duration: 0.255 uSec.

Laser aperature

Enlarged for readability

CAUTION - CLASS 3R

LASER RADIATION

WHEN OPEN

AVOID DIRECT EYE

EXPOSURE

Enlarged for readability

A Warning Label (see left) is located on the underside of the CR3 near the battery locking mechanism as pictured (see right).

Code voids product warranty if the hard case has been opened or tampered with in any way. Opening the case may put the user at risk of laser radiation exposure (Class 3R). A second Warning Label (see left) is placed within the casing structure as pictured (see right).

Caution – Use of controls or adjustments, or performance of procedures other

than those specied herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

In addition, a CB Test Certicate has been issued by the National Certication Board (NCB) indicating Code Reader 3.0 (CR3) meets all safety and quality stan-

dards in accordance to IEC 60950-1:2001, First Edition.

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Code Reader 3.0 User Manual

The software described in this manual may only be used in accordance with the terms of its license agreement.

No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means without written permission from Code

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commitment on the part of Code Corporation. Code Corporation does not warrant that it is accurate, complete or error free. Any use of the technical documentation is at the risk of the user. Code Corporation reserves the right to make

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all cases consult Code Corporation to determine whether any such changes have been made. Code Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing, performance, or use of this material. Code Corporation does not assume any product liability arising out of or in connection with the application or use of any product or application described herein.

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All other product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks of their respective companies and are hereby acknowledged.

The software and/or products of Code Corporation include inventions that are patented or that are the subject of patents

pending. U.S. Patents: 6997387, 6957769, 7428981, 6619547, 6736320, 7392933, 7014113, 7240831, 7353999,

7519239, 7204417, 6942152, 7036735, 7070091, 7097099, 7621453

The Code Reader software uses the Mozilla SpiderMonkey JavaScript engine, which is distributed under the terms of the Mozilla Public License Version 1.1. Source code for this version of Spider Monkey is available at:

http://www.codecorp.com/source/spidermonkey.

The Code Reader software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group.

Code Corporation, 14940 S. Pony Express Road, Suite 500, Bluffdale, UT 84065

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 - Getting Started ............................................................................................................... 1

1.1 - Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 2

1.2 - Unpacking .............................................................................................................................. 3

1.3 - Reader Battery Installation ..................................................................................................... 4

1.4 - Attaching Handles .................................................................................................................. 5

1.5 - Powering On/Off Reader ........................................................................................................ 5

1.6 - Keypad/Icon Overview ........................................................................................................... 6

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1.7 - Batch Operation ..................................................................................................................... 8

1.7.1 - Introduction .................................................................................................................. 8

1.8 - Cabled Operation ................................................................................................................. 10

1.8.2 - CR3 as a USB Keyboard ............................................................................................11

1.8.2.1 - Addional USB Communication Settings ........................................................... 12

1.8.2.2 - Keyboard Support ............................................................................................ 12

1.8.3 - PS/2 Cable Installation Guide .................................................................................... 13

1.8.4 - RS-232 (Serial) Cable Installation Guide ................................................................... 14

1.8.4.1 - Additional RS-232 (Serial) Communication Data Bit Settings .......................... 15

1.8.4.2 - Additional RS-232 (Serial) Communication Baud Rate Settings ...................... 15

1.8.4.3 - Additional RS-232 (Serial) Communication Parity Settings.............................. 15

1.8.5 - Cabled Reader - Time Out Settings ........................................................................... 15

1.9 - Bluetooth Radio Operation ................................................................................................... 16

1.9.1 - Introduction ................................................................................................................ 16

1.9.2 - Bluetooth Radio Auto Connect ................................................................................... 18

1.9.3 - Bluetooth Radio Auto Disconnect ............................................................................... 18

1.9.4 - Bluetooth Radio Time Out Settings ........................................................................... 19

1.9.5 - Bluetooth Radio Out of Range Notication Settings .................................................. 19

1.9.6 - Auto Save Last Bluetooth Address ............................................................................. 19

1.9.7 - Conguration for Belkin Bluetooth Manager Software (Version 1.4.2.10) .................. 20

1.9.9 - Conguration for Microsoft Bluetooth Stack Instructions ........................................... 24

1.9.10 - Installing CodeXML Router Bluetooth Edition for Windows ..................................... 26

1.10 - CR3 Feedback Guide ......................................................................................................... 27

1.11 - Targeting and Reading Techniques .................................................................................... 28

1.12 - Imager Field of View and Resolution.................................................................................. 29

1.13 - Decode Zone ...................................................................................................................... 30

Chapter 2 - Optimization and Trigger Programming .................................................................... 31

2.1 - Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 32

2.2 - Global Trigger Optimization Matrix ....................................................................................... 33

2.3 - Left Trigger Optimization Matrix ........................................................................................... 33

2.4 - Left Trigger Programming .................................................................................................... 34

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2.5 - Right Trigger Optimization Matrix ......................................................................................... 34

2.6 - Right Trigger Programming .................................................................................................. 34

2.7 - Handle Optimization Matrix .................................................................................................. 35

2.8 - Handle Trigger Programming ............................................................................................... 35

2.9 - Continuous Trigger Optimization Matrix ............................................................................... 36

2.10 - Continuous Scan ................................................................................................................ 36

2.11 - Continuous Scan Settings .................................................................................................. 37

2.11.1 - Continuous Scan - Sleep Time Out .......................................................................... 37

2.11.2 - Continuous Scan - Trigger Delays ............................................................................ 37

2.11.3 - Continuous Scan - Duplicate Scan Delay ................................................................ 37

2.12 - Motion Detection Scan Settings ....................................................................................... 37

Chapter 3 - CR3 Programming: Symbology Settings ................................................................... 38

3.1 - Aztec Symbology .................................................................................................................. 39

3.2 - Codabar Symbology ............................................................................................................. 39

3.3 - Codablock F Symbology ...................................................................................................... 39

3.4 - Code 11 Symbology ............................................................................................................. 39

3.5 - Code 39 Symbology ............................................................................................................. 40

3.6 - Code 93 Symbology ............................................................................................................. 40

3.7 - Code 128 Symbology ........................................................................................................... 41

3.8 - Composite Symbologies ...................................................................................................... 41

3.9 - Data Matrix Symbology ........................................................................................................ 41

3.10 - GoCode Symbology .......................................................................................................... 42

3.11 - Interleaved 2 of 5 Symbology ............................................................................................ 42

3.12 - Maxicode Symbology ......................................................................................................... 42

3.13 - Matrix 2 of 5 Symbology ..................................................................................................... 43

3.14 - Micro PDF417 Symbology ................................................................................................. 43

3.15 - MSI Plessy Symbology ...................................................................................................... 43

3.16 - NEC 2 of 5 Symbology ....................................................................................................... 43

3.17 - Optical Character Recognition (OCR) ................................................................................ 43

3.18 - PDF 417 Symbology .......................................................................................................... 44

3.19 - Pharmacode ....................................................................................................................... 44

3.20 - Postal Symbologies ............................................................................................................ 44

3.21 - QR Code Symbology ......................................................................................................... 45

3.22 - GS1 data bar ( formerly RSS) Symbology ......................................................................... 45

3.23 - Telepen Symbology ............................................................................................................ 46

3.24 - UPC/EAN/JAN ................................................................................................................... 46

Chapter 4 - Reader Feedback and Special Settings ..................................................................... 47

4.1 - Volume and Vibration Settings ............................................................................................. 48

4.2 - Code Readability Index ........................................................................................................ 48

4.3 - Laser Settings ...................................................................................................................... 49

4.4 - Reader Power Off Settings................................................................................................... 49

4.5 - Reader ID and Firmware Version ......................................................................................... 50

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4.6 - Reader Settings Lock ........................................................................................................... 50

4.7 - Lock-out Link Mode .............................................................................................................. 51

Chapter 5 - Advanced Decode Performance ................................................................................. 52

5.1 - Set Targeting Tolerances ...................................................................................................... 53

5.2 - Windowing ............................................................................................................................ 54

5.3 - Mirror Decoding .................................................................................................................... 55

Chapter 6 - Adding a Prex or Sufx and Reader Text Commands ............................................ 56

6.1 - Prex Settings ...................................................................................................................... 57

6.2 - Sufx Settings ...................................................................................................................... 57

6.3 - Erase Prex and Sufx Settings ........................................................................................... 58

6.4 - Reader Text Commands....................................................................................................... 58

Chapter 7 - CR3: Maintenance and Troubleshooting ................................................................... 59

7.1 - Reset Reader to Factory Defaults ........................................................................................ 60

7.2 - General Safety Information .................................................................................................. 60

7.3 - Warranty ............................................................................................................................... 61

7.4 - CR3 Accessories .................................................................................................................. 62

7.5 - Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................................ 62

7.6 - CR3 Maintenance ................................................................................................................ 62

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Chapter 1 - Getting Started

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1.1 - Introduction

CR3 is a revolutionary bar code and 2-dimensional code reader. Developed to be the rst universal reader, no other

single device performs as many functions. With a cost of ownership far less than comparable systems, the CR3

incorporates a unique dual path optical system, a 1.3 million pixel CMOS sensor, and a 400 MHz processor. This

combination has created a reading system that supports:

• High density matrix codes and larger low density

linear codes

• Superior working range

• High-speed omni-directional decoding

• Cordless and cabled interfaces

• Unsurpassed data read rates

The CR3 sets a new benchmark for size and weight. It is smaller and lighter than comparable systems yet can

withstand multiple drops to concrete. It is the only product available in batch, cabled or wireless formats; handlheld,

ruggedized cabled or battery handle use-case scenarios; and lanyard hook

attachment or reader stand form factors. The cordless version utilizes the latest

Bluetooth™ class 1 radio with a 300 foot operating range. The CR3 is rugged and lightweight and the cordless version will operate for more than a complete shift at the highest use rate. The CR3 performs more than 11,000 reads and transmits from a single battery charge. The CR3 will automatically discriminate between all major 2-D matrix and linear bar code symbologies and features a timestamp feature for logging data.

Whether you need a small, palm-held device or a traditional gun, CR3 was

specically developed

so users may easily choose the device that best meets their needs. The CR3 is

available in three basic congurations:

1. CR3 Cabled - USB, RS-232 or PS/2 interfaces

2. CR3 Batch - Store and forward device with memory and long- life battery

3. CR3 Cordless - Long life battery and Bluetooth radio

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1.2 - Unpacking

Remove the imager from its packing and inspect it for damage. If the scanner was damaged during shipping, please call Code at (801) 495-2200.

The standard CR3 unit is shipped with a USB cable interface. The unit also features a battery blank which must be

installed when using the reader (except when attached to the H2, BH1 or BH2 handle).

Various accessories are available for the CR3.

• 4 cable options (USB 6ft., USB 12 ft., RS-232 or PS/2)

• 1950 mAH long-life Lithium-Ion battery

• Class 1 Bluetooth radio with 300 foot operating range (shorter ranges available)

• Clip-on pistol grip handle

• Ruggedized Cabled Handle

• Battery Handle (in two battery sizes)

• External single-bay charger

• CodeXML Bluetooth modem

• Protective Elastomer Boot

• Protective Case Cover or Holster

• Power Supplies: US/Europe/SA/UK/Asia

• Reader Stand

• Lanyard Hook attachment option

Please keep your packing materials. The CR3 is shipped in an approved shipping container and should be used if you ever need to return your equipment for servicing.

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1.3 - Reader Battery Installation

Attaching and Detaching the Lithium Ion Battery

The CR3 has an option to include a 1950 mAH Lithium Ion battery. To install battery, make sure the battery is in the

correct position (gure 1.1). Place the plastic tab of the battery into the reader (gure 1.2). Push the battery in and slide

the locking mechanism down (gures 1.3)

Charging the Lithium Ion Battery

The battery automatically charges everytime a USB or Powered RS-232 cable interface is attached to the unit and the

host is powered up.

Note: The RS-232 interface power adapter must be plugged into a wall socket for the unit to charge.

If you power-up the CR3 with a completely discharged battery it will take up to 10 minutes before the unit will become operational.

Figure 1.1

Figure 1.2

Figure 1.3

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1.4 - Attaching Handles

H1 - Handle

1. Place the CR3 in the cradle of the handle and slide the unit back (Figure 1.4).

Be careful not to place ngerprints on the front glass when attaching handle.

2. Once the 8-pin DIN connector of the handle begins to enter the opening in the back of the unit, rmly

press the unit back until the unit is ush against the handle (Figure 1.5).

Figure 1.4

Figure 1.5

H2 - Ruggedized Cabled Handle

1. Make sure the reader has no battery or battery blank installed.

2. Insert the reader’s 8-pin DIN connector into the exable connector at the back of the H2 handle (Figure

1.6).

3. The reader ‘snaps’ onto the H2 handle utilizing the battery compartment.

4. The reader can be further secured to the handle with two threaded screws through the exible connector

and two more threaded screws on the underside of the reader and handle (Figure 1.7).

BH1 or BH2 Battery Handle

1. Make sure the reader has no battery or battery blank installed.

2. Insert the tab on the back of the BH1 or BH2 Handle into the reader’s recessed slot typically utilized to

secure the battery in place on the reader (Figure 1.8).

3. The reader ‘snaps’ to the handle utilizing the battery compartment (Figure 1.6). The reader will ‘quick

release’ from the handle to accommodate quick and easy battery charging.

4. Optionally, the reader can be further secured to the handle with two threaded screws on the underside of the reader and handle (Figure 1.7).

Figure 1.6

Figure 1.7

1.5 - Powering On/Off Reader

To power on the reader, press and hold either of the red trigger buttons for one second (Figure 1.9).

The reader will power down after 2 hours of non-use. To change the default

settings, please see Section 4.6 - Reader Power Off Settings.

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1.6 - Keypad/Icon Overview

The chart below shows key/button functions.

Description of Button Function

Key Numeric Mode Upper Case Text

Mode

Toggles between numeric characters, upper case text, lower case text, and symbol character input

1 Space, 1 Space, 1 Space ) < _

2 A, B, C, 2 a, b, c, 2 ! * = `

3 D, E, F, 3 d, e, f, 3 “ + > {

4 G, H, I, 4 g, h, i, 4 # , ? |

5 J, K, L, 5 j, k, l, 5 $ - @ }

6 M, N, O, 6 m, n, o, 6 % . [ ~

7 P, Q, R, S, 7 p, q, r, s, 7 & / \ Space

Toggles between numeric characters, upper case text, lower case text, and symbol character input

Lower Case Text

Mode

Toggles between numeric characters, upper case text, lower case text, and symbol character input

Symbol Mode

Toggles between numeric characters, upper case text, lower case text, and symbol character input

8 T, U, V, 8 t, u, v, 8 ‘ : ] Space

9 W, X, Y, Z, 9 w, x, y, z, 9 ( ; ^ Space

0 0 0 Toggles between 4

Backspace and clear messages

Note: All characters represented in this table are for ASCII mode.

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sets of symbols – when pressed, the current symbol set is displayed

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The chart below shows all of the icons for CodeViewer™ software and their denitions.

Icon Description

Power Icons

50% to 100% capacity of battery

20% to 50% capacity of battery

0% to 20% capacity of battery – recharge battery as soon as possible

Battery is recharging

No icon is displayed when battery blank is used with a cabled reader

Connection Icon

Reader is connected physically or wirelessly to a receiving device (computer, handheld, etc.)

Note: Some RS232 congurations can not be detected

No icon is displayed when the reader does not detect a connection

Communication Mode Icons

RS232 communication mode enabled

PS2 communication mode enabled

USB communication mode enabled

Bluetooth communication mode enabled

Packet Mode Icons

One way mode – no acknowledgement required

Two way mode – packetized, bidirectional communication between a CR3 and an application

(may also indicate download mode)

Downloader mode

Keyboard mode – can be used as either USB keyboard or PS/2 keyboard input mode

Virtual COM Port One Way mode

Secure mode – data encryption mode enabled

Memory Icons

No stored data

Some stored data

Memory is at least 90% full

No batch mode – data will not be stored in the reader’s memory if not connected

Input Mode Icons

Caps Lock – data entered manually on the keypad will be in capital letters

Lower Case – data entered manually on the keypad will be in lower case letters

Numeric – data entered manually on the keypad will be numeric

Symbol – data entered manually on the keypad will be symbols

Locked – buttons pushed on the reader’s keypad will be ignored

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1.7 - Batch Operation

1.7.1 - Introduction

The CR3 unit features a batch mode for applications requiring a portable reader. Batch mode allows a user to store scanned data to the reader’s non-volatile memory. The user may transfer the data to a host computer when needed. To

utilize batch functionality you will need to purchase the 1950 mAH Lithium Ion battery from a Code representative.

The CR3 may be programmed to operate in three different batch modes:

1. Send & Buffer Mode (Default) - In Send and Buffer Mode, the CR3 unit will automatically detect when

the USB or RS-232 cable is detached, or the Bluetooth® radio is out of range, and will switch into batch

mode and buffer the data in non-volatile memory. When the reader is reconnected to your host computer, or when the Bluetooth Radio is back in range, the reader will auto transfer the buffered data. Once transferred, the data is automatically erased from the reader’s memory.

Note: Once a unit is reattached to a cable or enters within radio range, any data scanned WILL NOT

be saved to the non-volatile memory. For RS-232, a power supply connection is used to detect when a

reader is attached to a host computer.

2. Log Only Mode - In Log Only Mode, the reader will only store data into non-volatile memory. You can

only retrieve the data by scanning the Transfer All Stored Data in Memory code (see explanation next

page). Once the reader’s memory has been transferred to a host computer, all of the data will still reside in memory. A user must scan the Delete Scanned Data from Memory code to clear memory.

3. Send & Log Mode - In Send and Log Mode the reader will save a copy in non-volatile memory as well as

send the data if the reader is connected. The data can be retrieved by scanning the Transfer All Stored

Data in Memory code or the Transfer Only Unsent Data in Memory code (see explanations next page). Once the reader’s memory has been transferred to a host computer, all of the data will still reside in memory. A user must scan the Delete Scanned Data from Memory code to clear memory.

Note: The reader can be dened as connected if:

1) The Bluetooth radio is in range;

2) The USB cable is attached to a host and the reader is enumerated;

3) The reader is in RS-232 Cabled - No Power mode; or

4) The RS-232 cable is attached to host with power supply and the reader is in

RS-232 Batch-Cable Detect (Default) mode.

The CR3’s dedicated batch memory is a minimum of 1MB. To determine the number of reads that may be stored, divide the average bytes of a scan into the total minimum memory.

Feedback

After a successful decode in batch mode, the unit will beep once and the memory LED will ash either red or amber depending on memory level, and every 15 seconds the battery LED will ash green, amber or red depending on the battery level. This feedback behavior is accurate when a reader is cabled or uncabled.

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Transferring and Deleting Data

There are three different codes to transfer and delete data in memory.

1. Transfer All Data in Memory - This code will send all data in memory everytime the code is scanned.

2. Transfer Only Unsent Data in Memory - This code will send only the data in memory that hasn’t already been sent

when the code is scanned (ONLY works in Send & Buffer and Send & Log modes).

3. Delete Scanned Data from Memory - Scanning this code will erase all data in the reader’s non-volatile memory.

Auto Transfer Buffer Memory

By default, when reconnected, the CR3 will automatically transfer any data in memory once a connection to a host is established. If your application is not ready, the reader will send the data anyway and the data could be lost. If you do not wish for the reader to immediately send data upon connection, please scan the Disable Auto Transfer Buffer Memory code.

Send & Buffer Mode (Default) Log Only Mode Send & Log Mode

Transfer Only Unsent Delete Scanned Data

Transfer All Data in Memory Data in Memory from Memory

Enable Auto Transfer Disable Auto Transfer Buffer Memory (Default) Buffer Memory

RS-232 Considerations

In RS-233 Cabled-No Power mode, the CR3 will behave as if it is always connected even though the serial cable is

disconnected or the power adapter is unplugged. Data scanned will be sent, regardless of connection status. Data

scanned in Cabled-No Power mode will be lost if the CR3 is not connected to the serial cable - it will not buffer the data,

unless Send & Log or Log Only mode has been enabled.

In RS-232 Batch-Cable Detect (Default) mode, the CR3 will detect if it is connected to a powered serial cable, if it is , it

will then send the data. If a powered serial cable is not connected or if the power adapter is not connected to the serial cable, the CR3 will buffer the data. When the CR3 is then connected to a powered serial cable, the data will automatically upload.

RS-232 Batch-Cable Detect (Default) RS-232 Cabled-No Power

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1.8 - Cabled Operation

1.8.1- Introduction

The CR3 is a Multi-Interface Unit (MIU) and is available with USB (6 ft. or 12 ft.), RS-232 (Serial) and PS/2 cables. All of

the cables are connected to the CR3 with a 8-pin DIN connector.

Hand Held CR3 - To install a cable directly to the CR3, correctly line up the 8-pin DIN connector into the back end of the

reader. The arrows on the connector should be facing down (Figure 1.10). When the reader and the cable connector

are lined up, rmly push the cable into the reader. The cable has a locking mechanism that will rmly hold the cable in

place (Figure 1.11). To deattach the cable from the reader, you must pinch the plastic on the 8-pin DIN and pull back to

disengage the connector.

Figure 1.10

Figure 1.11

CR3 with Cabled Handle - If a handle was purchased for use with the CR3, the 8-pin DIN connector is at the bottom of

the handle (Figure 1.12). Insert the 8-pin connector and rmly push the cable into the handle. The cable has a locking

mechanism that will rmly hold the cable in place. If using the H2 cabled handle, for additional stability, there is an optional

cable attachment clip that can secure the cable to the handle with two threaded screws (Figure 1.13).

Figure 1.12

Figure 1.13

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1.8.2 - CR3 as a USB Keyboard

To connect the CR3 to your host computer via USB interface:

1. Attach the USB cable to CR3 (Figure 1.14).

2. There is no need to power off the computer (Figure 1.15) Connect the USB cable to a USB port on the computer

(Figure 1.16).

3. Once properly connected, the CR3 will power on and beep.

4. Scan the below code (M049_03) for USB Keyboard Mode:

USB Keyboard Factory Reset Save Settings

5. Scan the Save Settings Code (M188_02)

Figure 1.14

Figure 1.15

Figure 1.16

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1.8.2.1 - Addional USB Communication Settings

USB Keyboard Mode - Data is sent from the Reader and interpreted by the host just as if a USB keyboard was being

used to enter data.

USB Downloader - This mode is used when downloading rmware.

USB Native Two Way Mode - This mode is utilized when there is a need for error-corrected communication between the

CR3 and an application through the USB port.

USB Virtual COM 1 Way Mode - This mode allows a USB-cabled CR3 to function as a virtual COM port. To use the CR3

in this mode, download the driver at www.codecorp.com/downloads.html.

USB HID POS (Terminal ID 131) - This mode allows a USB-cabled CR3 to communicate as a USB HID POS (Terminal ID

131) device.

Scan the following codes to set the appropriate USB communication setting:

USB Keyboard USB Downloader USB Native Two Way Mode

USB Virtual COM 1 Way Mode USB HID POS (Terminal ID 131)

1.8.2.2 - Keyboard Support

Scan the following codes to set appropriate keyboard mapping:

US English (Default)

No Leading 0 US English - Leading 0 US English - ctrl + char

for non-printable characters for non-printable characters for non-printable characters

French German Japanese Universal Keyboard

Alternative OS

(Windows CE/MAC/Unix/Linux)

Custom Keyboard Enable Alternative OS Disable

Requests map to be installed

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1.8.3 - PS/2 Cable Installation Guide

1. Power off the computer. If you disconnect the computer’s keyboard while it is powered on, your computer will lock up.

2. Attach the the PS/2 cable to the CR3.

3. If you have a cabled keyboard, detach the keyboard cable from the computer and connect that same connector to the

female connection on the CR3 PS/2 cable (Figure 1.17).

4. Now connect the male CR3 PS/2 connector into the keyboard port on the computer (Figure 1.18).

5. Power on the computer. The CR3 is powered by the PS/2 port and does not require a power supply.

6. Once properly connected, the CR3 will power on and beep.

Figure 1.17

PS/2 Factory Reset

Figure 1.18

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1.8.4 - RS-232 (Serial) Cable Installation Guide

1. Attach the RS-232 (Serial) Cable to the CR3.

2. Connect the RS-232 (Serial) cable to a serial port on the computer (Figure 1.19). There is no need to power off the

computer.

3. The RS-232 (Serial) interface has an optional 5V/1.5A power supply (Figure 1.20). If you have a power supply, plug the

power supply adapter into the RS-232 (Serial) cable and then plug the power adapter into a wall socket (Figure 1.21).

Figure 1.19

4. Once properly connected, the CR3 will power on and beep.

5. For RS-232 (Serial) mode scan M418_02 (below). If the power supply is not connected scan M074_02 (below).

6. Scan the Save Settings Code (M188_02).

RS-232 (Serial) RS-232 (Serial) Mode

Factory Reset No Power Supply Save Settings

Figure 1.20

Figure 1.21

RS-232 Factory Default Settings Mode: RS-232 One Way Mode Baud Rate: 57600 Stop Bits: 2 Data Bits: 8 Parity: None

Warning: Code Corporation approved power adapter must be used. Reader failure due to use of incorrect

power adapter will void warranties.

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1.8.4.1 - Additional RS-232 (Serial) Communication Data Bit Settings

Scan the following codes to set the appropriate data bit:

7 Data Bits 8 Data Bits (Default)

1.8.4.2 - Additional RS-232 (Serial) Communication Baud Rate Settings

Scan the following codes to set the appropriate baud rate:

1200 2400 4800 9600

19200 38400 57600 (Default) 115200

1.8.4.3 - Additional RS-232 (Serial) Communication Parity Settings

Scan the following codes to set parity:

Even Odd None (Default)

1.8.5 - Cabled Reader - Time Out Settings

Scan one of the codes below to set the amount of time a cabled CR3 will be enumerated before entering sleep mode in

order to more quickly charge the battery:

Note: These settings will only work in versions 2098 and above.

Cabled Reader Time Out: 2 hours Cabled Reader Time Out: Never (Default)

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