Datalogic BC9180-STAR Quick Reference Manual

BC9180-STAR

Base Station/Charger

Quick Reference Guide

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Quick Reference Guide i

Table of Contents

Using the BC9180 Base Station .................................................................... 1

Installation ....................................................................................................... 2

Mounting the BC9180 Cradle ......................................................................... 2

Mounting Brackets ................................................................................. 2

To change the Bracket:................................................................... 3

Permanent Mounting ............................................................................. 4

Mounting for Portable Use .................................................................... 4

Mounting the Metal Plate.............................................................. 4

Attaching the Metal Plate to Base................................................ 5

System Connections ....................................................................................... 6

BC9x80 models - Ethernet Connection ................................................ 6

Ferrite Clamp Filter......................................................................... 6

Non-Ethernet Connection ...................................................................... 7

Connecting and Disconnecting the Multi-Interface Cable ......... 7

Configuration ................................................................................................... 8

BC9x80 Ethernet Models ....................................................................... 8

Non-Ethernet Models ............................................................................ 8

Datalogic Aladdin™.......................................................................... 8

Serial Configuration ........................................................................ 8

Configuration Bar Codes ................................................................ 9

Selecting the Interface Type .......................................................................... 9

Configuring the Interface ....................................................................... 9

Ethernet Interface (BC9x80 Models only)..................................... 9

RS232 ............................................................................................. 10

USB................................................................................................. 11

Keyboard Interface ....................................................................... 12

Country Mode ........................................................................................ 13

Caps Lock State ..................................................................................... 17

Numlock ................................................................................................. 18

Resetting Standard Product Defaults ................................................ 19

Compatibility with the PowerScan™ 8000 family .............................. 19

Technical Features ........................................................................................ 20

Datalogic Limited Factory Warranty ........................................................... 21

Ergonomic Recommendations .................................................................... 22

Support Through the Website ..................................................................... 23

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NOTES

Quick Reference Guide 1

Using the BC9180 Base Station

The BC9180 base station, when paired with one or more PowerScan™ PM9X00
readers, builds a Cordless Reading System for the collection, decoding and
transmission of bar code data. It can be connected to a Host PC via RS232,
USB, or KBD Wedge, and is suited for single-cradle layouts.

The BC9x60 models also allow multi cradle layouts through an RS-485 Net­work. For this network connection refer to the Programming Reference
Guide.The BC91x0 models provide a spare battery charger slot. The BC9x80
models are provided with an Ethernet interface.

The label on the cradle contains LED indicators and a multi-function button.
When the button is pressed, the cradle will transmit a "broadcast" message."
When the broadcast is sent, all properly configured scanners (Radio RX Time­out set to keep the radio "awake") that are linked to that base and within radio
range coverage will emit a beep and blink within 5 seconds. This functionality
is useful to:

• verify which scanners are linked to a certain base station

• detect a scanner forgotten somewhere

The LEDs signal the BC9180 status, as
shown.

LED STATUS

Aux Yellow On = BC9180 is powered through an external power supply.

Host Yellow On = BC9180 is powered by the Host.

Reader

Green On = the reader battery is completely charged.
Red On = the reader battery is charging.
Orange Blinking = reader battery fault - replace battery.
Red / Green Alternatively Blinking = charging error - see PRG.
Off = reader not in the cradle or not properly inserted.

Spare
(BC91x0 models only)

Green On = the spare battery is completely charged.
Orange Blinking = spare battery fault - replace spare battery.
Red/Green Alternatively Blinking = charging error - see PRG.
Off = no spare battery in the housing or battery not fully inserted.

Radio Yellow Blinking = radio activity.

Ethernet
(Ethernet models only)

Green Blinking = Ethernet activity.

Installation

2 BC 9xx0 Cradle

Installation

To set up your BC9180 cradle you must:

1. Physically install the cradle.

2. Make all system connections.

3. Configure the BC9180 cradle.

Mounting the BC9180 Cradle

The cradle package contains the following items:

The cradle can be either mounted on a flat surface for desktop usage or
affixed vertically to a wall.

Mounting Brackets

The cradle comes with two different mounting brackets. The appropriate
bracket is used depending on whether the cradle will be mounted on a hori­zontal or vertical surface. When shipped, the cradle has the Desktop Mount­ing Bracket installed. For vertical installation, the Wall Mounting Bracket
must be attached instead.

Figure 1. Mounting Brackets

• BC9180 Base Station (with Desktop
Mounting Bracket installed)

• 1 Metal Mounting plate

• BC9180 Quick Reference Guide
(this manual)

• 1 Wall Mounting Bracket

• 1 Ferrite Clamp (Ethernet models only)

Desktop Mounting Bracket

Wall Mounting Bracket

Ribs Bosses

(Horizontal ) (Vertical)

Tabs TabTab

Mounting the BC9180

Quick Reference Guide 3

• Desktop mount bracket has ribs to keep the scanner in place when
the cradle is horizontal

• Wall mount bracket contains bosses to keep the scanner in place
when the cradle is vertical.

To change the Bracket:

1. Remove the screw holding the Bracket in place. Retain the screw for
re-use.

2. Carefully lift off the Bracket.

3. Install the other bracket by first slipping the end tab into place on
the base station, then easing the tabs (shown in Figure 1 on page 2)
into place on the sides.

4. Replace the screw to secure the Bracket to the Base Station.

Figure 2. Changing the Bracket

3

Mounting the BC9180 Cradle

4 BC 9xx0 Cradle

Permanent Mounting

For either desktop or wall mounting, the cradle can be fastened directly to a
flat surface using screws (not included).

Figure 3. Base Station Bottom

Mounting for Portable Use

If portability of the cradle is required, the metal plate must be used. There are
two ways this can be done: (1) by first mounting the metal plate on a flat sur­face so the cradle can be slid off and on, or (2) mounting the metal plate onto
the back of the base station and then screwing both to the desired surface.

Mounting the Metal Plate

1. Affix the metal plate onto the desired mounting surface using the
two center screw holes (see Figure 4 on page 5).

2. Remove the adhesive strips protecting the mounting tabs on the
cradle, shown in Figure 3.

3. Slide the tabs on the back of the cradle onto the metal plate as
shown in Figure 4.

4. After aligning the tabs, push up to lock into place.

When mounting on drywall, the base should be screwed to a wall
stud or supporting beam for additional support.

For additional security on wall mounting, it is strongly recom­mended that the cradle be secured into place using two auxiliary
screws through the mounting holes on the side.

Rubber Feet

Mounting HolesProtective adhesive strips

Rubber Feet

Mounting the BC9180

Quick Reference Guide 5

Figure 4. Mounting Plate on Wall

Attaching the Metal Plate to Base

Alternatively, the mount can be attached first to the base, then both can be
mounted to a wall as described above.

Figure 5. Attaching Mounting Plate to Base

Base with Mount attached