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About this Guide ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Other Resources ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Datalogic Website Support ............................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Reseller Technical Support ............................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Telephone Technical Support ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2
About the Reader ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Setting Up the Reader ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Base Station Connection and Routing .......................................................................................................................................................... 4
Locking the Reader to the Base ..................................................................................................................................................................... 6
System and Network Layout ......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Connecting the Base when Security Pin is Enabled .................................................................................................................................... 8
Linking the Reader to a Base Station ........................................................................................................................................................... 9
Linking a BT Reader to a PC ........................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Using the BC20xx™ Radio Base .................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Charging the Battery Pack ........................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Select the Interface Type ..............................................................................................................................................................................15
Configure Other Features ............................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Software Version Transmission .................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Resetting the Product Configuration to Defaults ...............................................................................................................................................16
Configuring the Interface ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
CONFIGURATION USING BAR CODES..................................................................................................................................................... 21
Using the Programming Bar Codes ............................................................................................................................................................. 21
Global Interface Features ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 23
USB Suspend Mode ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
RS-232 ONLY Interface ........................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Data Bits .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 27
Handshaking Control ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 30
Beep On ASCII BEL ..................................................................................................................................................................................................33
Beep On Not on File ...............................................................................................................................................................................................33
ACK Character ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 35
NAK Character ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
ACK NAK Timeout Value ............................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Disable Character ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
Enable Character .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 40
Country Mode ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 42
Caps Lock State ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45
USB Keyboard Speed ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 50
Data Format .............................................................................................................................................................................................55
Global Prefix/Suffix ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 56
Global AIM ID .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 57
GS1-128 AIM ID ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 57
Label ID .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 58
Label ID: Set Individually Per Symbology .................................................................................................................................................... 59
Label ID Control ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 59
Label ID Symbology Selection ...................................................................................................................................................................... 60
Set Global Mid Label ID Character(s) .................................................................................................................................................................... 66
Case Conversion .....................................................................................................................................................................................................67
Character Conversion ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 68
LED and Beeper Indicators .................................................................................................................................................................................... 73
Power On Alert .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 73
Good Read: When to Indicate .......................................................................................................................................................................74
Good Read Beep Type ................................................................................................................................................................................... 75
Good Read Beep Frequency ......................................................................................................................................................................... 75
Good Read Beep Length ............................................................................................................................................................................... 76
Illumination Control ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 77
Good Read Beep Volume .............................................................................................................................................................................. 78
Good Read LED Duration .............................................................................................................................................................................. 79
Scanning Features ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 80
Stand Mode Triggered Timeout ................................................................................................................................................................... 81
Scanning Active Time .................................................................................................................................................................................... 83
Stand Mode Flash .........................................................................................................................................................................................83
Flash On Time ................................................................................................................................................................................................84
Flash Off Time ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 85
Stand Mode Sensitivity .................................................................................................................................................................................86
Green Spot Duration ..............................................................................................................................................................................................87
Disable All Symbologies ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 90
Coupon Control ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 90
UPC-A Check Character Transmission ........................................................................................................................................................ 91
Expand UPC-A to EAN-13 ............................................................................................................................................................................ 92
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UPC-A Number System Character Transmission ...................................................................................................................................... 92
UPC-E Check Character Transmission ........................................................................................................................................................ 94
Expand UPC-E to EAN-13 ............................................................................................................................................................................. 95
Expand UPC-E to UPC-A ...............................................................................................................................................................................95
UPC-E Number System Character Transmission ...................................................................................................................................... 96
EAN 13 Check Character Transmission .......................................................................................................................................................97
EAN-13 Flag 1 Character ..............................................................................................................................................................................98
EAN-13 ISBN Conversion ............................................................................................................................................................................. 98
EAN Two Label ......................................................................................................................................................................................................107
EAN Two Label Enable/Disable .................................................................................................................................................................107
EAN Two Label Combined Transmission ..................................................................................................................................................107
EAN Two Label Minimum Reads ...............................................................................................................................................................108
UPC/EAN Global Settings ....................................................................................................................................................................................109
Code 39 Check Character Calculation ........................................................................................................................................................ 134
Code 39 Check Character Transmission .................................................................................................................................................... 135
Code 39 Start/Stop Character Transmission ...........................................................................................................................................135
Code 39 Full ASCII ........................................................................................................................................................................................136
Code 39 Quiet Zones ...................................................................................................................................................................................137
Code 39 Length Control .............................................................................................................................................................................. 140
Code 39 Set Length 1 ..................................................................................................................................................................................141
Code 39 Set Length 2 ..................................................................................................................................................................................142
Code 39 Interdigit Ratio ..............................................................................................................................................................................143
Code 39 Character Correlation ...................................................................................................................................................................145
Expand Code 128 to Code 39 ..................................................................................................................................................................... 149
Code 128 Check Character Transmission ................................................................................................................................................. 149
Code 128 Function Character Transmission ............................................................................................................................................150
Code 128 Quiet Zones .................................................................................................................................................................................151
Interleaved 2 of 5 (I 2 of 5) ...................................................................................................................................................................................159
I 2 of 5 Enable/Disable ...............................................................................................................................................................................159
I 2 of 5 Check Character Calculation ..........................................................................................................................................................160
I 2 of 5 Check Character Transmission ...................................................................................................................................................... 161
I 2 of 5 Minimum Reads .............................................................................................................................................................................. 161
I 2 of 5 Decoding Level ................................................................................................................................................................................162
I 2 of 5 Length Control ................................................................................................................................................................................163
I 2 of 5 Set Length 1 .................................................................................................................................................................................... 164
I 2 of 5 Set Length 2 .................................................................................................................................................................................... 165
I 2 of 5 Character Correlation .....................................................................................................................................................................166
I 2 of 5 Zero Pattern ....................................................................................................................................................................................166
I 2 of 5 Stitching ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 167
Interleaved 2 of 5 CIP HR .....................................................................................................................................................................................167
Interleaved 2 of 5 CIP HR Enable/Disable ................................................................................................................................................ 167
Datalogic 2 of 5 .....................................................................................................................................................................................................168
Datalogic 2 of 5 Enable/Disable ................................................................................................................................................................ 168
Datalogic 2 of 5 Check Character Calculation ...........................................................................................................................................168
Datalogic 2 of 5 Check Character Transmission ......................................................................................................................................169
Datalogic 2 of 5 Minimum Reads ..............................................................................................................................................................169
Datalogic 2 of 5 Decoding Level .................................................................................................................................................................170
Datalogic 2 of 5 Length Control .................................................................................................................................................................170
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Datalogic 2 of 5 Set Length 1 .....................................................................................................................................................................171
Datalogic 2 of 5 Set Length 2 .....................................................................................................................................................................172
Datalogic 2 of 5 Interdigit Maximum Ratio ..............................................................................................................................................173
Datalogic 2 of 5 Character Correlation ......................................................................................................................................................175
Datalogic 2 of 5 Stitching ............................................................................................................................................................................175
Codabar Check Character Calculation .......................................................................................................................................................177
Codabar Check Character Transmission ................................................................................................................................................... 178
Codabar Start/Stop Character Transmission ...........................................................................................................................................178
Codabar Start/Stop Character Set ............................................................................................................................................................179
Codabar Start/Stop Character Match .......................................................................................................................................................179
Codabar Quiet Zones ..................................................................................................................................................................................180
Codabar Length Control .............................................................................................................................................................................. 183
Codabar Set Length 1 ..................................................................................................................................................................................184
Codabar Set Length 2 ..................................................................................................................................................................................185
Codabar Interdigit Ratio .............................................................................................................................................................................186
Codabar Character Correlation ...................................................................................................................................................................188
Code 11 Length Control .............................................................................................................................................................................. 194
Code 11 Set Length 1 ..................................................................................................................................................................................195
Code 11 Set Length 2 ..................................................................................................................................................................................196
Code 11 Interdigit Ratio ..............................................................................................................................................................................197
Code 11 Character Correlation ...................................................................................................................................................................200
Standard 2 of 5 ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 201
Standard 2 of 5 Enable/Disable ................................................................................................................................................................ 201
Standard 2 of 5 Check Character Calculation ...........................................................................................................................................201
Standard 2 of 5 Check Character Transmission ....................................................................................................................................... 202
Standard 2 of 5 Minimum Reads ...............................................................................................................................................................202
Standard 2 of 5 Decoding Level ................................................................................................................................................................. 203
Standard 2 of 5 Length Control ................................................................................................................................................................. 203
Standard 2 of 5 Set Length 1 .....................................................................................................................................................................204
Standard 2 of 5 Set Length 2 .....................................................................................................................................................................205
Standard 2 of 5 Character Correlation ......................................................................................................................................................206
Standard 2 of 5 Stitching ............................................................................................................................................................................206
Industrial 2 of 5 ....................................................................................................................................................................................................207
Industrial 2 of 5 Enable/Disable ................................................................................................................................................................207
Industrial 2 of 5 Check Character Calculation .......................................................................................................................................... 207
Industrial 2 of 5 Check Character Transmission ......................................................................................................................................208
Industrial 2 of 5 Length Control ................................................................................................................................................................. 208
Industrial 2 of 5 Set Length 1 .....................................................................................................................................................................209
Industrial 2 of 5 Set Length 2 .....................................................................................................................................................................210
Industrial 2 of 5 Minimum Reads ..............................................................................................................................................................211
Industrial 2 of 5 Stitching ........................................................................................................................................................................... 212
Industrial 2 of 5 Character Correlation ......................................................................................................................................................212
ISBT 128 Force Concatenation ...................................................................................................................................................................216
MSI Check Character Calculation ...............................................................................................................................................................217
MSI Check Character Transmission ...........................................................................................................................................................218
MSI Length Control ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 218
MSI Set Length 1 .........................................................................................................................................................................................219
MSI Set Length 2 .........................................................................................................................................................................................220
Code 93 Quiet Zones ...................................................................................................................................................................................229
Code 93 Character Correlation ...................................................................................................................................................................230
Codablock F ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 231
Codablock F Enable/Disable ...................................................................................................................................................................... 231
Codablock F EAN Enable/Disable .............................................................................................................................................................. 231
Codablock F AIM Check ............................................................................................................................................................................... 232
Codablock F Length Control .......................................................................................................................................................................232
Codablock F Set Length 1 ...........................................................................................................................................................................233
Codablock F Set Length 2 ...........................................................................................................................................................................234
Code 5 Check Character Transmission ...................................................................................................................................................... 237
Code 5 Hex to Decimal Conversion ............................................................................................................................................................ 237
Code 4 and Code 5 Common Configuration Items ............................................................................................................................................ 238
Code 4 and 5 Decoding Level ..................................................................................................................................................................... 238
Code 4 and Code 5 Minimum Reads ......................................................................................................................................................... 239
Follett 2 of 5 .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 240
Follett 2 of 5 Enable/Disable .....................................................................................................................................................................240
BC412 Length Control .................................................................................................................................................................................243
BC412 Set Length 1 ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 244
BC412 Set Length 2 ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 245
Plessey Check Character Calculation ........................................................................................................................................................ 247
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Plessey Check Character Transmission ....................................................................................................................................................247
Plessey Length Control ............................................................................................................................................................................... 248
Plessey Set Length 1 ..................................................................................................................................................................................249
Plessey Set Length 2 ..................................................................................................................................................................................250
Plessey Character Correlation ....................................................................................................................................................................253
LED and Beeper Control ..............................................................................................................................................................................276
ACK Character ..............................................................................................................................................................................................279
NAK Character .............................................................................................................................................................................................280
ACK NAK Timeout Value .............................................................................................................................................................................281
Disable Character ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 283
Enable Character .........................................................................................................................................................................................284
Data Editing ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................288
Data Editing Overview ................................................................................................................................................................................288
Global Prefix/Suffix ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 289
Global AIM ID ................................................................................................................................................................................................290
Label ID: Set Individually Per Symbology ..................................................................................................................................................293
Set Global Mid Label ID Character(s) .........................................................................................................................................................295
Character Conversion .................................................................................................................................................................................. 295
Good Read LED Duration ............................................................................................................................................................................ 298
Scanning Active Time ..................................................................................................................................................................................300
Flash On Time ..............................................................................................................................................................................................301
Flash Off Time ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 302
Set Length ....................................................................................................................................................................................................304
RF Features ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................306
BT-Only Features ........................................................................................................................................................................................308
LED and Beeper Indications ................................................................................................................................................................................ 312
STANDARD DEFAULTS.......................................................................................................................................................................... 315
SAMPLE BAR CODES............................................................................................................................................................................. 331
Control Character Emulation ..............................................................................................................................................................................339
Single Press and Release Keys ..................................................................................................................................................................339
Interface Type PC AT PS/2 or USB-Keyboard ...................................................................................................................................................340
Interface type PC AT PS/2 Alt Mode or USB-Keyboard Alt Mode ................................................................................................................... 342
Digital Interface ....................................................................................................................................................................................................344
IBM XT ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 346
Microsoft Windows Codepage 1252 ..................................................................................................................................................................348
INDEX ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 349
viiiQuickScan™ I QM21X1 / QBT21X1
With rich feature sets and extensive options, the QuickScan™ product series
from Datalogic represents the premium level of data collection equipment for
general purpose applications. The QuickScan 21X1 readers have enhanced
optics with improved motion tolerance, allowing codes placed on fast moving
objects to be easily and quickly captured. These features help to create the
ideal reader for tasks requiring high throughput like those found in retail and
light industrial environments.
About this Guide
This Product Reference Guide (PRG) is provided for users seeking advanced
technical information, including connection, programming, maintenance and
specifications. The Quick Reference Guide (QRG) and other publications associated with this product are downloadable free of charge from the website listed
on the back cover of this manual.
Typically, units are factory-programmed for the most common terminal and
communications settings. If you need to modify any programmable settings,
custom configuration can be accomplished by scanning the programming bar
codes within this guide.
Programming can alternatively be performed using the Datalogic Aladdin™
Configuration application which is downloadable from the Datalogic website
listed on the back cover of this manual. This multi-platform utility program
allows device configuration using a PC. It communicates to the device using a
serial or USB cable and can also create configuration bar codes to print.
Chapter 1
Introduction
Manual Overview
Chapter 1, Introduction
cable connection information.
Chapter 2, Setup
reader.
Chapter 3, Interfaces
Chapter 4, Configuration Using Bar Codes
for customizing your reader. There are different sections for interface types,
general features, data formatting, symbology-specific and model-specific features.
Chapter 5, Message Formatting
gramming options.
Chapter 6, References
tures.
Appendix A, Technical Specifications
as well as environmental and regulatory specifications. It also provides standard cable pin-outs.
presents information about unpacking and setting up the
Product Reference Guide1
provides a product overview, unpacking instructions, and
consists of interface configuration bar codes and details.
provides instructions and bar code labels
offers detailed instructions for more complex pro-
The following conventions are used in this document:
The symbols listed below are used in this manual to notify the reader of key
issues or procedures that must be observed when using the reader:
Notes contain information necessary for properly diagnosing, repairing and operating the reader.
NOTE
The CAUTION symbol advises you of actions that could damage equipment or property.
CAUTION
references common factory default settings for
offers sample bar codes of several common sym-
includes numeric bar codes to be scanned for certain
lists control character emulation information for
Other Resources
Current versions of the Product Reference Guide (PRG), Quick Reference Guide
(QRG), the Datalogic Aladdin™ Configuration application, software/firmware
and any additional manuals, instruction sheets and utilities for this product can
be downloaded from the website listed on the back cover of this manual. Alternatively, printed copies or product support CDs can be purchased through your
Datalogic reseller.Technical Support
Datalogic Website Support
The Datalogic website (
support and information for Datalogic products. The site offers product support, warranty information, product manuals, product tech notes, software
updates, demos, and instructions for returning products for repair.
Reseller Technical Support
An excellent source for technical assistance and information is an authorized
Datalogic reseller. A reseller is acquainted with specific types of businesses,
application software, and computer systems and can provide individualized
assistance.
Telephone Technical Support
If you do not have internet or email access, you may contact Datalogic technical
support at (541) 349-8283 or check the back cover of your manual for more
contact information.
www.datalogic.com
) is the complete source for technical
2QuickScan™ I QM21X1 / QBT21X1
About the Reader
One distinctive feature offered by the reader is a very wide scan angle which
can read long linear bar codes, such as utility bills. Whether used in Single Trigger or Continuous Mode, the ergonomic design of the reader will help to promote comfortable handling during extended periods of use.
The reader can communicate using the following interfaces:
Chapter 2
Setup
Unpacking
RS-232:
RS-232 host.
RS-232 OPOS:
Keyboard Wedge (KBW) :
scanned data as keystrokes and supports several international keyboards (for
the Windows
USB:
interface types by scanning the appropriate interface type bar codes available in
this manual. The default interface is USB-KBD for Wedge models (7230) and
USB-OEM for IBM models (7210).
Check carefully to ensure the reader and any accessories ordered are present
and undamaged. If any damage occurred during shipment, contact Current versions of the Product Reference Guide (PRG), Quick Reference Guide (QRG), the
Datalogic Aladdin™ Configuration application, software/firmware and any additional manuals, instruction sheets and utilities for this product can be downloaded from the website listed on the back cover of this manual. Alternatively,
printed copies or product support CDs can be purchased through your Datalogic reseller.Technical Support on page 2.
KEEP THE PACKAGING. Should the unit ever require service, it should be
returned in its original shipping container.
The reader can communicate with a standard or Wincor-Nixdorf (W-N)
This interface is used for OPOS/UPOS/JavaPOS systems.
When connected using this interface, the host interprets
®
environment). See
Select to communicate either by USB OEM, USB COM STD, or USB Keyboard
"Country Mode"
on page 42 for a full listing.
Product Reference Guide3
Setting Up the Reader
Follow the steps in this section to connect and get your reader up and communicating with its host.
Cordless Models:
NOTE
1. Configure the Base Station starting on
2. Charge the Batteries (see
3. Link to the Base Station (see
4. Select the Interface Type (see
5. Configure the Reader starting on
needed).
page 11
).
page 4
page 15
page 15
).
page 4
).
.
(optional, depends on settings
Connecting the Base Station
Figure 1 on page 5
other host device. Turn off the host before connection and consult the manual
for that equipment (if necessary) before proceeding. Connect the interface
cable before applying power to the Base Station.
The Q21X1 can also be Powered by the Terminal. When powered by the Terminal, the battery
charger is automatically set as Slow charge.
For some specific interfaces, hosts, or lengths of cable, the use of an external power supply
may be recommended for full recharging capability (see
Specifications," starting on page 309
shows how to connect the Base Station to a terminal, PC or
"Technical
for more details).
Base Station Connection and Routing
1. Remove the rubber Cable Stopper from the bottom of the Base Station.
2. Securely plug the Power Cable (if used) and Interface
(I/F) Cable connectors into their respective ports in the underside of the
Base Station.
4QuickScan™ I QM21X1 / QBT21X1
Setting Up the Reader
Cable Stopper
Power Cable
I/F Cable
Cable Stopper
reinserted
3. After the cables are plugged in, reinsert the Cable Stopper.
Product Reference Guide
4. Connect the Base Station power adapter to an AC wall outlet.
Figure 1. Connecting the Base Station
Wall plug
I/F Cable
AC/DC
Adapter
DC Power
Cord
Base
Station
Connector
5
NOTE
Lock
Lever
Host Connection:
Verify before connection that the reader’s cable type is com-
patible with your host equipment.
The QuickScan QBT21X1 can be set up to require a PIN code when connecting to the host. If
you are adding new equipment to a system that uses a custom security PIN. See
ing the Base when Security Pin is Enabled," starting on page 8
for more information.
Most connections plug directly into the host device as shown in
"Connect-
Figure 2
. Keyboard Wedge interface cables have a ‘Y’ connection where its female end mates
with the male end of the cable from the keyboard and the remaining end at the
keyboard port on the terminal/PC.
Figure 2. Connecting to the Host
B
S
U
K
e
y
b
W
o
e
a
r
d
d
g
e
or...
Power Connection:
Plug the AC Adapter into an approved AC socket. If plugged
into the wall, ensure cable is facing downwards (as shown in
undue strain on the socket.
Locking the Reader to the Base
The Base Station provides a locking mechanism to ensure electrical contact
between Reader and Base, in case of inadvertent movements.
Figure 1
) to prevent
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Setting Up the Reader
To Lock the Reader in the Base
1. Insert the Reader into the Base. The lock lever rests in its natural disengaged position toward the bottom of the Base.
Figure 3. Lock lever disengaged
NOTE
2. Engage the locking mechanism by pushing up the lever as far as it will go.
Figure 4. Lever in locked position
It is good practice to put the reader in the locked condition at the end of the working shift, or
when not in use for an extended period of time. This will ensure that the scanner is fully
seated for complete battery recharge.
Product Reference Guide
7
System and Network Layout
Reader
Base Station
Host
Power Supply
Typical Setup with Cradle and Host
Figure 5. Reader Layout
Connecting the Base when Security Pin is Enabled
When connecting the Base to a system that has a custom Security Pin enabled,
follow the steps below in the order shown:
1. Power down the host system.
2. Connect the appropriate interface cable into the Base as shown.
3. Place the reader in the Base.
4. Power up the host. The reader will link to the Base
5. When the host completely powers up, a new custom Security Pin Code may
be sent to the reader and Base, depending on host configuration. Contact
Datalogic Technical Support for more information.
If you want to change security settings or set up a PIN, see
on page 223.
NOTE
"BT Security Mode"
starting
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Linking the Reader to a Base Station
Unlink
Link to a PC in Server Mode
RF Devices
For RF devices, before configuring the interface it is necessary to link the handheld with the base. To link the handheld and the base, press the trigger to wake
it and place it on the base. If the reader was previously linked to another base,
you must first scan the Unlink action command before re-linking to the new
base.
BT Models only
Remember: The mandatory condition for establishing a new linking between a
BT handheld and a BT base is that the handheld is unlinked and they share the
same security configuration. A successful link is indicated by three ascending
tones from the reader. A high-low-high-low tone indicates the link attempt
was unsuccessful. A single green LED flash after this tone indicates no Base
Station was discovered. Two green LED flashes after this tone indicates that
more than one Base Station was discovered and the reader did not link. Three
LED flashes after this tone indicate a security error.
Setting Up the Reader
Linking a BT Reader to a PC
The reader can optionally be linked to a Bluetooth-enabled PC with the serial
port profile, in either server mode or client mode.
Linking to a PC in Server Mode (BT Slave Mode)
To link a BT reader in server mode to a Bluetooth-enabled PC, follow these
steps:
1. Install any drivers provided with the Bluetooth adapter.
2. Scan the
3. Use the host computer’s Bluetooth manager to “Discover new devices” and
select "Datalogic Scanner." If you receive an error message, it may be necessary to disable security on the device.
4. Select “connect” on the PC to link the reader to the PC. Use an RS-232 ter-
minal program to see incoming data on the port designated by the computer's Bluetooth manager.
bar code below to make the scanner visible to the host computer.
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9
Linking to a PC in Client Mode (BT Master Mode)
YELLOW LED
RED LED /
GREEN LED
The reader can optionally be linked in client mode to a Bluetooth-enabled PC
with the serial port profile. To do this, follow these steps:
1. Ensure the PC or terminal can network with Bluetooth devices and that it is
powered on.
2. Ensure that a COM port is assigned under Services within the Bluetooth
setup menu.
3. Create a Link label that contains the address of the PC Bluetooth adapter.
The Bluetooth address can be found under "Properties" within in the Bluetooth setup
menu.
NOTE
The link label is a Code 128 function 3 label with the following format:
4. Scan the link label you created in step 3.
<FN3 char>LnkB<12 character Bluetooth address>
Power Off
Shuts off power to the BT handheld until the next trigger pull. This function
only applies to the BT model.
Using the BC20xx™ Radio Base
Radio Base LEDs
LEDs on the QuickScan Base provide information about the Base as well as battery charging status, as shown in
Figure 6. QuickScan Base LEDs
PowerOff
Figure 6
.
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Table 1. Radio Base LEDs
Micro-USB
Connector
LEDSTATUS
Setting Up the Reader
Power on
/ Data
ChargingRed On = the Battery is charging.
Charge
completed
Charging +
Charge
completed
Charging the Battery Pack
To charge the battery, simply insert the QuickScan reader into the base. When
the scanner is fully seated in the cradle, it will sound a “chirp” to indicate that
the cradle has detected the scanner connection.
The LEDs on the base (shown in
battery.
Yellow On = Base is powered
Yellow Blinking = Base receives data and commands from
the Host or the Reader.
Green On = the Battery is completely charged.
Red and Green Blinking together = the Reader is not correctly placed onto the Base.
Table 1 on page 11
) will indicate the status of the
Before using the battery, read “Battery Safety” in the following section. Datalogic recommends annual replacement of rechargeable battery packs to ensure maximum performance.
NOTE
Alternatively, the battery can be charged by connecting the reader directly to a
host or a wall adapter through the micro-USB connector in the bottom of the
handle, as shown.
Product Reference Guide
11
Battery Safety
To install, charge and/or perform any other action on the battery, follow the
instructions in this manual.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Do not discharge the battery using any device except for the scanner. When the battery
is used in devices other than the designated product, it may damage the battery or
reduce its life expectancy. If the device causes an abnormal current to flow, it may cause
the battery to become hot, explode or ignite and cause serious injury.
Lithium-ion battery packs may get hot, explode or ignite and cause serious injury if
exposed to abusive conditions. Be sure to follow the safety warnings listed on the following page.
•Do not place the battery pack in fire or heat.
•Do not connect the positive terminal and negative terminal of the battery pack to
each other with any metal object (such as wire).
•Do not carry or store the battery pack together with metal objects.
•Do not pierce the battery pack with nails, strike it with a hammer, step on it or otherwise subject it to strong impacts or shocks.
•Do not solder directly onto the battery pack.
•Do not expose the battery pack to liquids, or allow the battery to get wet.
•Do not apply voltages to the battery pack contacts.
In the event the battery pack leaks and the fluid gets into your eye, do not rub the eye.
Rinse well with water and immediately seek medical care. If left untreated, the battery
fluid could cause damage to the eye.
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
Always charge the battery at 32° – 104°F (0° - 40°C) temperature range.
Use only the authorized power supplies, battery pack, chargers, and docks supplied by
your Datalogic reseller. The use of any other power supplies can damage the device and
void your warranty.
Do not disassemble or modify the battery. The battery contains safety and protection
devices, which, if damaged, may cause the battery to generate heat, explode or ignite.
Do not place the battery in or near fire, on stoves or other high temperature locations.
Do not place the battery in direct sunlight, or use or store the battery inside cars in hot
weather. Doing so may cause the battery to generate heat, explode or ignite. Using the
battery in this manner may also result in a loss of performance and a shortened life
expectancy.
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Setting Up the Reader
Do not place the battery in microwave ovens, high-pressure containers or on induction
cookware.
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
Immediately discontinue use of the battery if, while using, charging or storing the battery, the battery emits an unusual smell, feels hot, changes color or shape, or appears
abnormal in any other way.
Do not replace the battery pack when the device is turned on.
Do not remove or damage the battery pack’s label.
Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any part.
Battery pack usage by children should be supervised.
As with other battery types, Lithium-Ion (LI) batteries will lose capacity over
time. Capacity deterioration is noticeable after one year of service whether the
battery is in use or not. It is difficult to precisely predict the finite life of a LI
battery, but cell manufacturers rate them at 500 charge cycles. In other words,
the batteries should be expected to take 500 full discharge/charge cycles
before needing replacement. This number is higher if partial discharging/
recharging is adhered to rather than full/deep discharging.
Storage of batteries for a long time at fully charged status or at fully discharged status
should be avoided.
Only in case of long storage, to avoid deep discharge of the battery it is recommended to
partially recharge the battery every three months to keep the charge status at a
medium level.
As a reference, run a fast recharge for 20 minutes every three months on unused products to avoid any performance deterioration of the cell.
The useful life of LI batteries depends on usage and number of charges, etc.,
after which they should be removed from service, especially in mission critical
applications. Do not continue to use a battery showing excessive loss of capacity, it should be properly recycled / disposed of and replaced.
Collect and recycle waste batteries separately from the device to comply with
European Directive 2006/66/EC, 2011/65/EU, 2002/96/EC, 2012/19/EU and
subsequent modifications, US and China regulatory and other laws and regulations about the environment.
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Replacing the Battery Pack
Captive
screw
Before proceeding, read “Battery Safety” on the preceding pages. Datalogic recommends annual replacement of rechargeable battery packs to ensure maximum perfor-
NOTE
mance.
1. Using a coin or screwdriver, unscrew the captive screw located on the bottom of the scanner handle until the battery pack is disengaged.
The battery pack will rise slightly in the rear, pushed by the contact springs.
2. Extract the battery pack by slightly rotating the pack and pulling away
from the reader.
To mount the new battery pack reverse the process:
1. Insert the top of the new pack inside the reader’s handle.
2. Rotate the battery pack downward while pressing the bottom side of the
battery pack (to seat securely into the contact springs) so that the edges of
the pack and the handle board are aligned, while securing the captive
screw in the bottom of the handle.
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Programming
Transmit Software Version
The reader is typically factory-configured with a set of default features standard to the interface type you ordered. After scanning the interface bar code
from the
ize your reader through use of the instructions and programming bar codes
available in the corresponding features section for your interface and also the
Data Format on page 55
Select the Interface Type
Upon completing the physical connection between the reader and its host, proceed directly to
interface type the reader is connected to (for example: RS-232, Keyboard
Wedge, USB, etc.) and scan the appropriate bar code in that section to select
your system’s correct interface type.
Configure Interface Settings
The reader is typically factory-configured with a set of default features standard to the interface type you ordered. If after scanning the interface bar code
from the
further customize your reader, turn to the appropriate section for your interface
type as listed below:
•
•
•
•
Interfaces on page 17
"Interfaces"
Interfaces
"RS-232 ONLY Interface," starting on page 25
"RS-232/USB-COM Interfaces," starting on page 31
"Keyboard Interface," starting on page 41
"USB-OEM Interface," starting on page 53
section, your installation requires you to select options to
Programming
section, you can select other options and custom-
and
Symbologies on page 89
on page 17 for information and programming for the
chapters of this manual.
Configure Other Features
If your installation requires different programming than the standard factory
default settings, the following sections of this manual allow configuration of
non-interface-specific settings you might require:
Reading Parameters: Includes general features such as programming for scanning,
beeper and LED indicators and other universal settings.
Symbologies: Includes options concerning the bar code label types (symbologies).
These settings allow you to enable/disable symbologies, set label lengths,
require check digit, etc.
Software Version Transmission
The software version of the device can be transmitted over the RS-232 and
Keyboard interfaces by scanning the following label.
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Resetting the Product Configuration to Defaults
Restore Custom Default Configuration
Restore USA Factory Configuration
Restore EU Factory Configuration
If you aren't sure what programming options are in your reader, or you've
changed some options and want to restore the Custom Default Configuration
that may have been saved in the reader, scan the
bar code below. This will restore the custom configuration for the cur-
ration
rently active interface.
Custom defaults are based on the interface type. Configure the reader for the correct
interface before scanning this label.
NOTE
If you aren't sure what programming options are in your reader, or you've
changed some options and want to restore the Factory Configuration, you have
two options. You can scan the
Restore EU Factory Configuration
configuration to the factory settings including the interface type. The USA label
restores Label IDs to those historically used in the USA. The EU label restores
Label IDs to those historically used in Europe. The Label ID sets for USA and EU
are shown in the Label ID section of this manual.
Restore USA Factory Configuration
bar code below. Both labels restore the reader
Restore Custom Default Configu-
bar code or the
The programming section lists the factory default settings for each of the menu
commands (indicated by shaded blocks and bold text) on the following pages.
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Interface Selection
Each reader model will support one of the following sets of host interfaces:
USB Models (all are 2.0 full speed)
USB KBD
USB COM STD
USB OEM
RS-232 / Keyboard Wedge Models
RS-232 (Standard)
Keyboard Wedge
Configuring the Interface
Chapter 3
Interfaces
Scan the programming bar code from this section which selects the appropriate
interface type matching the system the reader will be connected to. Next, proceed to the corresponding chapter in this manual (also listed in
figure any desired settings and features associated with that interface.
Unlike some other programming features and options, interface selections
require that you scan only one programming bar code label. DO NOT scan an
ENTER/EXIT bar code prior to scanning an interface selection bar code.
Some interfaces require the reader to start in the disabled state when pow-
NOTE
ered up. If additional reader configuration is desired while in this state, pull
the trigger and hold it for five seconds. The reader will change to a state that
allows programming with bar codes.
Table 2
) to con-
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Table 2. Available Interfaces
RS-232
RS-232 standard interface
$P,HA12,P
Select RS-232 WN
RS-232 for use with OPOS/UPOS/JavaPOS
$P,HA47,P
$P,HA05,P
Select RS-232 STD
RS-232 Wincor-Nixdorf
$P,HA13,P
Select RS-232 OPOS
FEATURES
Set RS-232
Interface
Features
starting on page
25
USB Com to simulate RS-232 standard interface
Select USB-COM-STD
a
USB-OEM
USB-OEM
(can be used for OPOS/UPOS/JavaPOS)
a. Download the correct USB Com driver from www.datalogic.com