Denso BHT-500B User Manual

Barcode Handy Terminal

BHT-500B

User’s Manual

BHT-500B

Preface

Thank you for using the BHT-500B DENSO WAVE Barcode Handy Terminal.
The BHT-500B is a barcode handy terminal model setting new industrial standards, and features the industry’s

highest level of scanning performance and advanced scanning (CCD method).
Please read this manual thoroughly prior to operation to ensure full use of the product’s functionality, and store safely

in a convenient location for quick reference even after reading.

Liability Limitations

 DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED does not assume any product liability (including damages for lost profits,

interruption of operations, or the loss of business-related information) arising out of, or in connection with, the
use of, or inability to use the BHT system software or related manuals.

 DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED ("DENSO WAVE") takes reasonable precautions to ensure its products do not

infringe upon any patents or other intellectual property rights of other(s), however, DENSO WAVE cannot be
responsible for any patent or other intellectual property right infringement(s) or violation(s) arising from any of the
following.

1) The use of DENSO WAVE's products in connection or in combination with other components, products,
devices, data processing systems or software not supplied by DENSO WAVE.

2) The use of DENSO WAVE's products in a manner for which they were not intended nor designed.

3) The modification of DENSO WAVE's products by parties other than DENSO WAVE.

 If it is judged by DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED that malfunction of the product is due to the product having

been dropped or subjected to impact, repairs will be made at a reasonable charge even within the warranty
period.

The BHT-500B models are designed in the same way except for the interface differences shown in the table
below. In this manual, operations common for all models are explained unless otherwise stated.

IrDA Interface Connector

Interface

BHT-503B ● ● —

BHT-504BW ● ● ●

Product names of the handy terminal which is the object of the regulation of these specifications are classified
based on its memory capacity installed.

Wireless

Communication

Product Name Flash Memory Capacity

BHT-503B 8 MB

BHT-504BW 16 MB

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Customer Registration and Inquiries

Customer Registration

To allow us to provide our customers with comprehensive service and support, we request that all customers
complete a Member Registration Form. Registered members will be offered the following privileges.

 The latest upgrade information
 Free exhibition and event information for new products
 Free Web-information service "QBdirect".

QBdirect Service Contents

Information search
service (FAQ)
Download service Offers downloads of repair modules for the latest BHT Series systems or

E-mail inquiries Product related queries can be sent in by e-mail.

* Please note that these privileges may be subject to change without prior notice.

− How to Register

Access the URL below and follow the instructions provided.

http://www.qbdirect.net

Offers detailed information on each product.

software, and sample programs.

Inquiries

− Technical Inquiries (QBdirect)

 BHT product programming method
 Product setup method, usage
 Other technical questions

Inquires relating to the above can be made at our exclusive Web site for registered users (QBdirect).
Access the link below to log on or register.

http://www.qbdirect.net

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About this Manual

 Due to improvements and so on, the content of this manual may be subject to change without prior notice.
 The reproduction or duplication of the whole or part of this manual is strictly prohibited without prior consent.
 Every attempt has been made to ensure that the content of this manual is thorough and up to date, however, we

kindly ask that any questionable content, mistakes, or omissions be reported to DENSO WAVE.

 The copyright for this User’s Manual belongs to DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED.

Manual Composition

This manual is made up of the following 9 chapters.

Chapter 1 Outline

Describes the BHT system and provides an overall outline of the BHT.

Chapter 2 BHT Preparation

Describes information required by the user and procedures that must be performed prior to
commencing operation.

Chapter 3 Basic Operation

Describes basic operations performed by the operator and how to make basic changes to settings such
as the beeper volume.

Chapter 4 System Operation

Describes how to initialize and update the system, start up a user program, and operate System Mode.

Chapter 5 Communication

Describes interfaces and communication specifications.

Chapter 6 Maintenance

Describes battery cartridge replacement and daily procedures for taking care of the BHT.

Chapter 7 Error Messages

Describes causes and countermeasures for error messages expected to occur during basic operation.

Chapter 8 Specifications

Describes specifications for hardware, readable barcodes, and interfaces.

Appendices-1 CU-500 Specifications (Option)

Describes the main specifications for the CU-500 Series (option).

Appendices-2 When File Transfer is Not Possible Using the Transfer Utility

Describes causes and countermeasures when unable to transfer files.

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Related Documentation

 BHT-BASIC Programmer’s Manual (BHT-500 Series)

This is an instruction manual used to create handy terminal programs with BHT-BASIC.
This manual can be found in the BHT-BASIC Compiler CD-ROM.
This manual can also be downloaded from the DENSO WAVE member’s Web site (QBdirect).

 BHT-BASIC 4.0 Transfer Utility User’s Guide

This is an instruction manual for software relating to data transfer between the computer and BHT-500 and
comes bundled with the BHT-BASIC 4.0 Transfer Utility.
This manual can also be downloaded from the DENSO WAVE member’s Web site (QBdirect).

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Be sure to observe all these safety precautions.

 Please READ through this manual carefully. It will enable you to use the BHT and CU correctly.
 Always keep this manual nearby for speedy reference.

Strict observance of these warnings and cautions is a MUST for preventing accidents that could result in bodily injury
and substantial property damage. Make sure you fully understand all definitions of these terms and symbols given
below before you proceed to the text itself.

Alerts you to those conditions that could cause serious bodily injury or death if the instructions
are not followed correctly.

Alerts you to those conditions that could cause minor bodily injury or substantial property
damage if the instructions are not followed correctly.

Meaning of Symbols

A triangle ( ) with a picture inside alerts you to a warning of danger. Here you see the warning for electrical
shock.

A diagonal line through a circle ( ) warns you of something you should not do; it may or may not have a picture
inside. Here you see a screwdriver inside the circle, meaning that you should not disassemble.

A black circle (
MUST unplug the power cord.

) with a picture inside alerts you to something you MUST do. This example shows that you

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Handling the battery cartridge

 Never disassemble or heat the battery cartridge, nor put it into fire or water; doing so could cause

battery-rupture or leakage of battery fluid, resulting in a fire or bodily injury.

 Do not carry or store the battery cartridge together with metallic ball-point pens, necklaces, coins,

hairpins, etc.

Doing so could short-circuit the terminal pins, causing the batteries to rupture or the battery fluid to leak,

resulting in a fire or bodily injury.

 Never put the battery cartridge into a microwave oven or high-pressure container.
Doing so could cause the batteries to break, generate heat, rupture or burn.

 Avoid dropping the battery cartridge or letting it undergo any shock or impact.
Doing so could cause the batteries to break, generate heat, rupture or burn.

 Never charge the rechargeable battery cartridge where any inflammable gases may be emitted; doing

so could cause fire.

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 Only use the dedicated charger for charging the rechargeable battery cartridge.
Using a different type of charger could cause battery-rupture or leakage of battery fluid and result in a

fire, bodily injury, or serious damage to property.

Handling the BHT

 The BHT uses a laser light for indicating the scanning range. The intensity of the laser light might be too

low to inflict bodily injury.
However, do not stare into the laser light.

The BHT complies with IEC 60825-1:1993+A2:2001.
In accordance with Clause 5, IEC 60825-1, the following information is provided to the user:

DO NOT ST

DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS

Reading window

(Laser light emission window)

LASER RADIATION

ARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW

CLASS 2M LASER PRODUCT

Caution - Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified

herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure.

 Never put the BHT into a microwave oven or high-pressure container.
Doing so could cause the BHT to break, generate heat, rupture or burn.

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Handling the CU

 If smoke, abnormal odors or noises come from the CU, immediately unplug the AC adapter from the

wall socket or CU and contact your nearest dealer.

Failure to do so could cause fire or electrical shock.
 If foreign material or water gets into the CU, immediately unplug the AC adapter from the wall socket or

CU and contact your nearest dealer.

Failure to do so could cause fire or electrical shock.
 If you drop the CU so as to damage its housing, immediately unplug the AC adapter from the wall

socket or CU and contact your nearest dealer.

Failure to do so could cause fire or electrical shock.

 Never use the CU for charging anything other than the specified battery cartridges.
Doing so could cause heat, battery-rupture, or fire.

 Never bring any metals into contact with the output terminals.
Doing so could produce a large current through the CU, resulting in heat or fire, as well as damage to

the CU.

 Never use the CU on the line voltage other than the specified level.
Doing so could cause the CU to break or burn.

 Use the dedicated AC adapter only.
Failure to do so could result in fire.

 If the power cord of the AC adapter is damaged (e.g., exposed or broken lead wires), stop using it and

contact your nearest dealer.

Failure to do so could result in a fire or electrical shock.

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To System Designers:

 When introducing BHTs in those systems that could affect human lives (e.g., medicines management

system), develop applications carefully through redundancy and safety design which avoids the
feasibility of affecting human lives even if a data error occurs.

Handling the battery cartridge

 Never charge a wet or damp rechargeable battery cartridge.
Doing so could cause the batteries to break, generate heat, rupture or burn.

Handling the BHT

 If smoke, abn ormal odors or noises come from the BHT, immediately turn off the power, pull out the

battery cartridge, and contact your nearest dealer.

Failure to do so could cause smoke or fire.
 If foreign material or water gets into the BHT, immediately turn off the power, pull out the battery

cartridge, and contact your nearest dealer.

Failure to do so could cause smoke or fire.

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Never dis-

assemble

 If you drop the BHT so as to damage its housing, immediately turn off the power, pull out the battery

cartridge, and contact your nearest dealer.

Failure to do so could cause smoke or fire.
 Do not use batteries or power sources other than the sp ecified ones; doing so could generate heat or

cause malfunction.

 When using the hand strap or neck strap, exercise due care to avoid getting them caught in other

objects or entangled in rotating machinery.
Failure to do so could result in accident or injury.

 Never disassemble or modify the BHT; doing so could result in an accident such as break or fire.

 Never put the BHT in places where there are excessively high temperatures, such as inside closed-up

automobiles, or in places exposed to direct sunlight.

Doing so could affect the housing or parts, resulting in a fire.
 Avoid using the BHT in extremely humid or dusty areas, or where there are drastic temperature

changes.

Moisture or dust will get into the BHT, resulting in malfunction, fire or electrical shock.
 In environments where static electricity can build into significant charges (e.g., if you wipe off the plastic

plate with a dry cloth), do not operate the BHT. Doing so will result in malfunction or machine failure.

 When connecting or disconnecting the direct-connect interface cable to/from the BHT, do not plug or

unplug it at an angle and do not pull the cable strongly. Doing so will result in a machine failure.

 Do not apply excessive force or pull the battery removal strap strongly when inserting or removing the

rechargeable battery cartridge. Doing so will result in damage.

 If the BHT has been stored in a hot (50°C to 60°C, 122°F to 140°F) and humid place, allow it to sit at

room temperature and humidity for at least one day before use. Using the BHT with its inside being hot
will fail to scan or result in a machine failure.

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Handling the CU

 Never disassemble or modify the CU; doing so could result in an accident such as fire or malfunction.

 Never put the CU in places where there are excessively high temperatures, such as inside closed-up

automobiles, or in places exposed to direct sunlight.

Doing so could affect the housing or parts, resulting in a fire.
 Avoid using the CU in extremely humid or dusty areas, or where there are drastic temperature changes.

Moisture or dust will get into the CU, resulting in malfunction, fire or electrical shock.
 Never cover or wrap up the CU or AC adapter in a cloth or blanket.

Doing so could cause the unit to heat up inside, deforming its housing, resulting in a fire.
Always use the CU and AC adapter in a well-ventilated area.

 Do not place the CU a nyplace where it may be subjected to oily smo ke or steam, e.g., near a cooking

range or humidifier.

Doing so could result in a fire or electrical shock.
 Keep the power cord away from any heating equipment.

Failure to do so could melt the sheathing, resulting in a fire or electrical shock.
 Do not insert or drop foreign materials such as metals or anything inflammable through the openings or

vents into the CU.

Doing so could result in a fire or electrical shock.

 If you are not using the CU for a long time, be sure to unplug the AC adapter from the wall socket for

safety.

Failure to do so could result in a fire.
 When caring for the CU, unplug the AC adapter from the wall socket for safety.

Failure to do so could result in an electrical shock.

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Declaration of Conformity (For European Union)

English: Hereby, DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED, declares that this BHT-500BW contains Wireless LAN Module
type: WM-G-MR-01) that is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive
1999/5/EC.

Česky: Firma DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED tímto prohlašuje, že její radio- a telekomunikační terminál
BHT-500BW obsahuje bezdrátový síťový (LAN) modul (typ WM-G-MR-01), který se shoduje se základními požadavky
a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.

Dansk: Undertegnede, DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED, erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr, BHT-500BW,
indeholder en trådløs netværkskomponent (type: WM-G-MR-01), som overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige
relevante krav i Rådets direktiv 1999/5/EF.

Deutsch: Hiermit erklärt der Hersteller, DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED, dass sich das Gerät: BHT-500BW (mit
Wireless LAN Modul „Typ: WM-G-MR-01“), in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den
übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet.

Eesti: Käesolevaga kinnitab DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED, et seade BHT-500BW sisaldab traadita kohtvõrgu
moodulit (tüüp: WM-G-MR-01), mis vastab direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele
muudele asjakohastele sätetele.

Español: Por medio de la presente, DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED, declara que el BHT-500BW incluye módulo de
red inalámbrica ( tipo: WM-G-MR-01), el cual cumple con los requisitos esenciales y otras disposiciones aplicables o
exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.

Ελληνική: Με το παρόν η DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED, δηλώνει ότι αυτή η συσκευή BHT-500BW περιλαμβάνει
μονάδα ασύρματου τοπικού δικτύου Wireless LAN (τύπος: WM-G-MR-01), η οποία πληροί τις βασικές απαιτήσεις και
τις λοιπές σχετικές διατάξεις της Οδηγίας 1999/5/

Français: Par la présente DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED déclare que le terminal BHT-500BW est doté d’un module
de connexion à un réseau local sans fil (type: WM-G-MR-01) conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres
dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE.

Italiano: Con la presente, DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED, dichiara che questo BHT-500BW contiene il modulo
wireless LAN (modello: WM-G-MR-01), che è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti
stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.

Latviski: Ar šo DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED deklarē, ka BHT-500BW satur bezvadu LAN moduli (tips:
WM-G-MR-01), kas atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem.

Lietuvių: Šiuo „DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED“deklaruoja, kad šis BHT-500BW įrenginys su bevielio LAN moduliu
(tipas WM-G-MR-01) atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.

Nederlands: Hierbij verklaart DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED dat het toestel BHT-500BW een draadloze LAN
Module (type: WM-G-MR-01) bevat, die in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante
bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.

ΕK.

Malti: Hawn hekk, DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED tiddikjara li dan il- BHT-500BW fih Wireless LAN Module (tip:
WM-G-MR-01), li hu konformi mal-kondizzjonijiet essenzjali u provvedimenti relevanti oħra tad-Direttiva 1999/5/KE.

Magyar: Alulírott, DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED, nyilatkozom, hogy a BHT-500BW típusú készülék vezeték nélküli
helyi hálózati (Wireless LAN) modult (WM-G-MR-01 típus) tartalmaz, amely megfelel a vonatkozó alapvető
követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EK irányelv egyéb előírásainak.

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Polski: Niniejszym, DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED, oświadcza, że ten BHT-500BW zawiera moduł łączności
bezprzewodowej dla sieci LAN (typu: WM-G-MR-01) i jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami oraz pozostałymi
stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.

Português: DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED declara que este BHT-500BW inclui um Módulo LAN sem fios (tipo:
WM-G-MR-01), o qual está conforme aos requisitos essenciais e a outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.

Slovensko: Podjetje DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED izjavlja, da ta BHT-500BW vsebuje brezžični modul LAN (tip:
WM-G-MR-01), ki je v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in drugimi pripadajočimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES.

Slovensky: Firma DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED týmto vyhlasuje, že jej rádio- a telekomunikačný terminál
BHT-500BW obsahuje bezdrôtový sieťový (LAN) modul (typ WM-G-MR-01), ktorý spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky
príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.

Suomi: Täten DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED vakuuttaa, että tämän tuotteen BHT-500BW sisältämä langaton
WLAN-moduli (tyyppi WM-G-MR-01) on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sen tätä tuotetta koskevien
muiden ehtojen mukainen.

Svenska: Härmed intygar DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED att denna BHT-500BW innehåller en trådlös LAN-modul
(type: WM-G-MR-01), som står i överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta
bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG

Íslenska: Hér með lýsir DENSO WAVE hf. því yfir að þetta BHT-500BW inniheldur þráðlausa staðarnetseiningu
(tegund: WM-G-MR-01), sem er í samræmi við grundvallarkröfur og önnur viðeigandi ákvæði reglugerðar 1999/5/EB.

Norsk: DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED erklærer med dette at denne BHT-500BW inneholder trådløst
LAN-nettverksmodul (type: WM-G-MR-01), som er i samsvar med regelverk og øvrige bestemmelser i direktiv
1999/5/EC.

CE marking:

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Chapter 1

B

Outline

This chapter describes the BHT system and provides an overall outline of the BHT.

1.1 System Configuration···················································································2

1.1.1 Hardware Configuration···················································································2

1.1.2 Software Configuration·····················································································5

1.2 Component Names and Functions ·······························································8

1.2.1 BHT Front/Rear································································································8

1.2.2 Keypad·············································································································9

1.2.3 BHT Screen····································································································11

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1.1 System Configuration

This section describes the hardware required for the barcode data collection system used by the BHT and the BHT
software.

1.1.1 Hardware Configuration

In addition to the BHT, the following hardware and software are required for the barcode data collection
system used by the BHT.
Please note that certain components of the required hardware will differ depending on the type of
communication used.

 Host computer
 CU-500 Series (option): Optical communication unit
 Connection cable (option): Used to connect the BHT and host computer.
 Wireless LAN access point (option) *
 Software: BHT-BASIC 4.0 Development Pack (Option) and BHT-BASIC 4.0 Transfer Utility (Option)

(3) Wireless

communication *

Wireless LAN access point

● : Required for system configuration

(1)Connector

communication

(2) Infrared

communication

(3) Wireless

communication *

Host computer BHT CU

● ● — — ●

● ● ● — ●

● ● — ● ●

BHT

(2) Infrared

CU(option)

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(optio

Host com

(1) Connector

communication

communication

* BHT-504BW only

Wireless LAN

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BHT­Transfer Utility
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 Host Computer

Allows you to edit, manage and download user programs and data, as well as downloading system
programs.

Models : PC/AT Compatible

Operating Systems and Optional Application Programs

Operating Systems (OS) Windows 98
BHT-BASIC4.0 Development Pack – –  

BHT-BASIC4.0 T ransfer Utility*    

Windows NT

3.51/4.0

*This application does not activate any built-in IrDA interface port.

 CU-500 Series (Option)

Used for communication between the BHT and host computer.
Communication with the BHT is performed by infrared communication, and communication with the host
computer is performed with an RS-232C, Ethernet or USB interface.
The following three types of CU are available depending on the interface used to communicate with the
host computer.

 CU-501: RS-232C interface
 CU-511: Ethernet
 CU-521: USB interface

 Connection Cable (Option or Commercially Available Product)

Used to connect the host computer and CU-500 Series.
Select a cable suited to the CU-500 Series interface being used.

Supported CU-500 Series Cables

 CU-501: RS-232C cable (Option)
 CU-511: Ethernet (10BASE-T) cable (commercially available product)
 CU-521: USB cable (Option)

Furthermore, by preparing the BHT connector interface and cable suited to each connection port,
connection is also possible between the BHT and host computer, between the BHT and modem, and
between BHT units.
Please note, however, that the BHT connector interfaces have not been designed for frequent cable
insertion and removal and therefore use of the CU-500 Series is recommended.
* Refer to “Chapter 8 Specifications” for further details on BHT interfaces.

 Wireless LAN Access Point (Option) (*BHT-504BW only)

Used for wireless communication between the BHT-504BW and host computer.
The BHT-504BW is compatible with wireless LAN standard IEEE802.11g/b and can therefore be used
with existing wireless LAN infrastructure. (Max. wireless communication speed: 54Mbps)
Furthermore, the BHT-504BW is WPA compatible to ensure maximum security.

Windows 2000

Professional

Windows XP

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 BHT-BASIC 4.0 Development Pack (Option) and BHT-BASIC 4.0 Transfer Utility

Refer to “Software Configuration” on the following page.

(Option)

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1.1.2 Software Configuration

This section describes the software used for BHT Series application development and application in
addition to the software used at the BHT unit.
Please note that the above-mentioned software can be downloaded (Certain versions may be for trial
use.) from the QBdirect service discussed at “Customer Registration” on page ii.

[1] Application Development Procedure

The procedure for BHT Series program development is as follows.

Program creation

Program generation (compiling and linking)

Program download

Program execution and debugging

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[2] Software Used for Application

 BHT-BASIC Programm

This is an instruction manual used to create handy terminal programs with BHT-BASIC.

er’s Manual for BHT-500 Series

 BHT-BASIC 4.0 Development Pack (option)

This is a package containing four software products required for BHT Series application development
and accessories.
The BHT-BASIC 4.0 Development Pack contains the following products.

 BHT-BASIC 4.0 Compiler

Compiles and links a source program written in BHT-BASIC 4.0 to create a user program executable
on the BHT (*.PD4).

 BHT-BASIC 4.0 Simulator

Performs an operation check for generated application programs (*.PD4) at the computer.

 BHT-BASIC 4.0 Remote Debugger

Uses the BHT unit to debug generated application programs (*.PD4) at the computer.

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 BHT-BASIC4.0 Transfer Utility

 BHT-PC Cable (RS-232C)

 BHT-BASIC4.0 Transfer Utility (Option)

Transfers files between the host computer and BHT at the host computer.
YMODEM or BHT-Ir protocol is used for file transfer.
BHT-BASIC 4.0 specification files such as application programs and data files are transferred using
YMODEM protocol.

This cable can be used to connect the BHT and computer using the BHT connector interface and
computer RS-232C interface.
(Note) The BHT connector interface has not been designed for frequent removal and insertion of the

cable. The CU-500 Series should normally be used. Refer to “Chapter 5 Communication” - “5.1
Connector Communication (RS-232C Interface)” for details on the connector interface.

This is the same BHT-BASIC 4.0 Transfer Utility that comes bundled with the BHT-BASIC 4.0
Development Pack.

[3] Software Used at the BHT Unit

The BHT unit FLASH memory has a system area and
user area, with the system program stored in the
system area and font files and user programs stored in
the user area.

The BHT unit i
files stored in their respective areas.

Applicatio
BHT.
It is necessary to download application programs (*.PD4) and data files (product master files etc.) required
to run application programs (*.PD4) to the BHT user area prior to use.

s shipped with the system program and font

n programs (*.PD4) stored in th

e user area are run by the system program in order to use the

Host computer

 System Program

 Driver

Drivers is a set of programs that directly controls the BHT hardware. It can be called up by the
BHT-BASIC Interpreter or System Mode.

 BHT-BASIC Interpreter

This program interprets application program (*.PD4) command language and controls the BHT unit
hardware via drivers.

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 System Mode

This program is used to operate files, make system environment settings, and perform various types of
tests.
Refer to “Chapter 4 System Operation” –“4.4 System Mode” for further details.

 Font File

These files are required to display JIS 1 and 2 standard Kanji characters at the BHT unit LCD display.
By using font files, the BHT unit is able to display 16 to 40 dot Kanji in application programs (*.PD4).

 Point  If you do not need to display Kanji characters, you may delete these JIS font files. After deletion, the

memory area which was occupied by these files can be used as a user area. For the deleting
procedure, refer to "Chapter 4 System Operation" - "4.1.4 Performing System Initialization" o
"4.5.11 Deleting Font Files (DELETE FILE Menu)."

The names of the font file: FNTFSHG.FN4 (JIS Level 1 and 2 font, 16-dot to 40-dot)

 User Programs

Application programs and data files are downloaded to the BHT user area and are collectively known
as user programs.
To download a BHT-BASIC 4.0 specification user program to the BHT unit, the BHT-BASIC 4.0
Transfer Utility is required.

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1.2 Component Names and Functions

1.2.1 BHT Front/Rear

(1)

* BHT-504BW only

(2)

(3)

(5)

(7)

(8)

(11)

(4)

(6)

(10)

(9)

(12)*

Nam

No.

e Function and Description

(1) Indicator LED Indicates the barcode read status.

Illuminates in blue when the BHT has successfully read a barcode.
(2) LCD (Liquid crystal display) Displays the characters and graphic patterns.
(3)

Trigger switch Press when scanning a barcode.

(4)

(5) IrDA interface port Used to exchange data/programs with the optical communication unit CU-500 or other BHTs.
(6) Hand strap Be sure to put your hand through this strap to prevent you from dropping the BHT accidentally.
(7) Battery cover Remove this cover to replace the battery cartridge.
(8) Battery cover lock Use this to lock or unlock the battery cover.
(9) Connector port Inside this co ver is the connect interface port.

(10) Barcode reading window Align the reading window with barcodes to perform barcode scanning.
(11) Charge terminal Place on the CU to charge the BHT.

(12) * IEEE802.11 b/g

built-in antenna

The SF and ENT key functions can be assigned to these magic keys by making settings at the

SYSTEM MENU.

Character strings can be assigned at user programs.

* Refer to “Chapter 4 System Operation” for details on how to operate the SYSTEM MENU.

Used to communicate with the wireless LAN access point.

Do not cover this antenna section with metal-evaporated tape or by hand. Doing so may result in

communication failures.

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(3)

1.2.2 Keypad

The BHT key functions can be set at user programs.
The diagram below shows an example of settings for each key function.

Key Name Function and Description

No.

(8)

(9)

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(1)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

 Each of the M3 and M4 keys is assigned a trigger switch by default.
 The SF, ENT, Backlight or MENU key functions can be assigned to these magic keys by

making settings at the SYSTEM MENU.

 Character strings can be assigned at user programs.
* Refer to “Chapter 4 System Operation” for details on how to operate the SYSTEM MENU.

Used to move the cursor and select menus.

Press to finalize entered data or execute operations.
Moves back one character.

Press this key and the SF key simultaneously or hold down for 0.5 seconds or longer to
cancel entry or return to the previous screen.

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

M1,M2,M3,M4
magic key

Cursor keys

Enter key

Backspace
/Clear key

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Key Name Function and Description

No.

(5)

MENU key
(M5 magic
key)

Press this key to display the following setting screens when set to the default.

 Beeper volume
 Vibrator
 LCD display brightness
 Power save

(6)

(7)

(8)

(9)

Shift key

Function keys Used to select functions.

Numerical
keys

Power key

Used in combination with other keys such as the numerical keys for special input
procedures.

Used to enter data.

Turns the BHT power ON or OFF.

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1.2.3 BHT Screen

If the system display is set to ON at the system settings or in the user program, icons display at the bottom of the
screen (default) indicating the key shift status, alphabet entry status, and status of the link with the CU-511.

* BHT-504BW only

SF ALP

Connection status with access point *
Link status with CU-511

lphabet entry status
Key shift status
Battery icon

This is the battery icon.
Indicates the current battery power level.

SF

Displays when the SF key is pressed and the keys are in the shift status.

When the SF key is pressed while set to alphabet entry mode at the user program, the entr y mode changes from

ALP

“numeric entry” to “alphabet entry” and displays.
Alphabet entry is used when performing FTP settings.
Refer to the programming manual section 7.2.1 “Numeric, Alphabet Entry” for the input character details while in the
ALP mode.

ALP

displays when a link is established with the CU-511.

When an attempt is made to perform communication with the CU-511 when no link has been established, the
icon flashes.
When there is no response from the CU-511, when waiting for the link with the CU-511 to be established, or when
waiting for the link to be disengaged, the icon displays in the order .

Displays when the BHT is connected to the access point.
The radio field intensity status displays as follows.

*

→ →

Strong Weak

displays when the BHT is not connected to the access point.

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Chapter 2

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BHT Preparation

This chapter

the BHT power ON and OFF, and use of the hand strap.

2.1 “BHT Preparation” Procedure·····································································14

2.2 Loading and Charging the Battery Cartridge ··············································14

2.2.1 Battery Power Level Indicator········································································22

2.3 Attaching the Hand Strap············································································23

2.3.1 Attaching the Hand Strap···············································································23

2.3.2 Holding the BHT·····························································································23

2.4 Initial Setup·································································································24

2.5 Turning OFF the Power··············································································25

2.5.1 Normal Power OFF························································································25

2.5.2 Turning the Power OFF after Data Back-up ··················································25

2.5.3 Auto Power OFF ····························································································25

2.5.4 If the BHT Is Shut Down Abnormally······························································26

2.5.5 If Invalid Files Are Found················································································28

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2.1 “BHT Preparation” Procedure

Follow the steps below to prepare the BHT for use.

2.2 Loading and Charging the Battery

Cartridge(Page 14)

2.3 Attachin
(Page 21)

2.4 Initial Setup
(Page 22)

g the Hand Strap

First load and charge the battery cartridge.

Attach the hand strap to prevent the BHT from being
dropped.

Set the calendar clock
the first time.

when the power is turned ON for

2.2 Loading and Charging the Battery Cartridge

The battery cartridge is not charged when purchased and should therefore be charged prior to use.
The chargers that can be use with the BHT are the communication units (CU-501, CU-511 and CU-521) and battery
chargers (CH-501 and CH-551).

* The CH-501 charger is used for charging individual batteries, and the CH-551 is a stand-type (same type

as CU (communication unit)) charger.

The charge time is approximately 3 hours.

 The charge time is approximately 4 hours using the CU-521 with power supplied via the USB port.
 An only slightly discharged battery cartridge should take less time to become fully charged.

Charging P

 Do not touch t

in a contact failure or prevent charging.

 Never charge the battery near fire or in a high-temperature environment.

High-temperatures may activate the charger’s protective device, preventing charging, and lead
to protective device damage, overheating, blowout or combustion.

 Terminate charging if not completed even after the specified time has elapsed.

recautions

he BHT, battery, or charger terminals by hand or stain them. Doing so could result

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Charging with the communication unit (CU-501, CU-511 and CU-521)
or battery charger (CH-551)

1. Slide the battery cover lock (1) in the direction shown

by the arrow, and remove the battery cover (2).

2. Check the battery cartridge terminals and direction

indication on the BHT, and insert the battery
cartridge in the direction shown by the arrow.

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 Point  Pull the battery pull strap upward as

shown on the right to remove the battery
cartridge easily.

3. Close the battery cartridge cover (1) and retur n the

battery cover lock (2).

 Point  Ensure that the battery pull strap is not

jammed by the cover.

4. Connect the dedicated AC adapter to the DC input

connector on the charger and plug the adapter into
the wall socket.

Pull up

Be careful not to

am the strap.

The charger Power LED (green) turns ON.

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 Note  Power for the CU-521 can be obtained from a USB connection port (host computer or hub),

however, charging is not possible while the host computer is in suspend mode. Charging is
resumed when suspend mode is exited. This can be avoided using a dedicated AC adapter to
supply power. Suspend mode is a power saving function used to temporarily put the computer on
standby when not in use.

5. Place the BHT on the charger.

The LED illuminates in red and charging begins.

 Point  After placing the BHT on the charge

when using the BHT for the first time o
when left unused for long periods of time,
do not remove from the charger fo
approximately 10 minutes.

 Note  The BHT is equipped with a back-up battery used to back-up the internal memory and calenda

clock. The internal back-up battery is charged first when charging is commenced.
Do not remove the BHT from the charger for at least 10 minutes when using the BHT for the first

time or when using after long periods of time.

Red LED ON

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6. The BHT indicator LED will change to green

when charging is complete.

 Point   Charging takes approximately 3 hours.

 Charging take s approximately 4 hours when using the CU-521 with power supplied via the

USB port.

 An only slightly discharged battery cartridge should take this time to become fully charged.
 The indicator LED flashing in red indicates the following causes. The proper action stated

below must be taken.

・Abnormal temperature of the battery cartridge is detected.

・Charge the battery cartridge under the proper temperature (0℃~40℃)
・Avoid places where there are objects generating heat nearby or exposed to direct sunlight.
・Terminate charging and replace the battery cartridge if there are no objects generating heat

nearby.

・The charge terminals contact failure

・Wipe any dirt or dust from the charge terminals as described in “6.3 Daily Maintenance”.

・Charging is not completed even after the specified time has elapsed.

・Terminate charging and use a dedicated AC adapter to charge the battery cartridge if the

battery cartridge is charging through an unpowered USB.

・The battery cartridge is broken or the battery life has ended.

・Replace the battery cartridge.

Green LED ON

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Charging with the battery charger (CH-501)

1. Check the battery cartridge terminals and insert the cartridge.

2. Connect the CH-501 plug to a commercial AC power source

(230 V AC).

The LED will turn red when charging is commenced.

3. The LED will turn green when charging is complete.

Terminal

Red LED ON

 Point   Charging takes approximately 3

hours.

 An only slightly discharged battery

cartridge should take this time to
become fully charged.

4. Slide the battery cover lock (1) in the direction shown

by the arrow, and remove the battery cover (2).

Green LED ON

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5. Check the battery cartridge terminals and direction

indication on the BHT, and insert the battery
cartridge in the direction shown by the arrow.

 Point  Pull the battery pull strap upward as

shown on the right to remove the battery
cartridge easily.

6. Close the battery cartridge cover (1) and return the

battery cover lock (2).

 Point  Ensure that the battery pull strap is not

jammed by the cover.

Terminal

Pull up

Be careful not to

am the strap.

 Point  The indicator LED flashing in red indicates the following causes. The proper action stated below

must be taken.

・Abnormal temperature of the battery cartridge is detected.

・Charge the battery cartridge under the proper temperature (0℃~40℃)
・Avoid places where there are objects generating heat nearby or exposed to direct sunlight.
・Terminate charging and replace the battery cartridge if there are no objects generating heat

nearby.

・The charge terminals contact failure

・Wipe any dirt or dust from the charge terminals as described in “6.3 Daily Maintenance”.

・The battery cartridge is broken or the battery life has ended.

・Replace the battery cartridge.

 Note  The BHT is equipped with a back-up battery used to back-up the internal memory and calenda

clock. The internal back-up battery is charged first when charging is commenced.
Do not remove the BHT from the charger for at least 10 minutes when using the BHT for the first

time or when using after long periods of time.

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Mishandling of the charger may result in charger overheating, smoke generation, blowout o
combustion. Please read the following items prior to use.

 Never disassemble or modify the battery cartridge.
 Never connect the battery cartridge (+) and (-) terminals with a metal object such as a piece o

wire.

 Never carry or store the battery cartridge together with metallic necklaces, hairpins and so on.
 Never expose the battery cartridge to fire or apply heat.
 Never use or leave the battery cartridge in the vicinity of high-temperature locations (60 C o

higher) such as a fire or stove.

 Never place the battery cartridge into or soak it in water or seawater.
 Never charge the battery cartridge in the vicinity of fire or under a scorching sun.
 Never hammer nails into the battery cartridge, hit it with a hammer, or trample on it.
 Never apply strong impact to or throw the battery cartridge.
 Never use significantly damaged or deformed battery cartridges.
 Never apply solder directly to the battery cartridge.
 If battery fluid leaked from the battery cartridge gets into the eyes or comes into contact with the

skin, wash thoroughly with clean water such as tap water without rubbing, and obtain medical
treatment immediately. Failure to do so will result in eye or skin injuries.

Mishandling of the charger may result in charger overheating, smoke generation, blowout or
combustion. Please read the following item prior to use.

 Terminate charging if not completed even after the specified time has elapsed.

 Note   The BHT is equipped with a back-up battery used to back-up the internal memory and calenda

clock when the battery cartridge is removed or the battery voltage falls below the stipulated
level.
It is therefore necessary to charge the internal back-up battery when using the BHT for the first
time or when left unused for long periods of time.
The back-up battery is charged automatically when a fully-charged battery cartridge is loaded.
To ensure that the back-up battery is fully charged, do not remove the battery cartridge for at
least 10 minutes when using the BHT for the first time or when using after long periods of time.

 If you leave the BHT without a battery cartridge loaded for a long time, the memory contents will

no longer be backed up so that the message "Contact your administrator. Note the erro
number. (XXXX)" or "Set the current date and time." may appear on the LCD.

 Refer to “Chapter 6 Maintenance” – “6.2 Using the BHT after Long Periods” for details o

handling the BHT after long periods of time.

 Avoid storing the battery cartridge in high-temperature locations. The battery capacity may

decrease.

 Do not touch the BHT, battery, or charger terminals by hand or stain them. Doing so may result

in a BHT operation defect or battery cartridge charging failure. It is recommended that dirt on
the battery cartridge terminals or BHT battery terminals be periodically wiped with a soft, dry
cloth.

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2.2.1 Battery Power Level Indicator

Confirming at the Power Level Icon

The battery power level can be confirmed at the battery icon ( ) that displays in the bottom left of the
LCD display.
The battery power displays in four levels.
The battery power level indicator is a guideline to notify the operator to charge the battery promptly when
discharged.

：Sufficient battery power remains.
：The battery power is partially depleted. Charge promptly.
：The battery power is almost fully depleted. Charge immediately.
：The battery power is fully depleted.
Charge immediately or replace with a fully charged battery cartridge.

Confirming at the “Battery Voltage” Screen

The battery power level can also be confirmed at the "Battery Voltage" screen.
The "Battery Voltage" screen displays the battery power level in more detail than the battery icon ( )
that displays at the LCD display.
Display the "Battery Voltage" screen using

the following procedure.

1. Hold down the SF key and press the Enter key.

The "Battery Voltage" screen displays while the keys are pressed.

About the Ba

he battery power level indicator does not accurately reflect the battery residual power and should

 T

only be used as a guideline.

 The battery power level will fluctuate due to BHT operation, and therefore disparities may

occur between the actual battery voltage and the display indicator.

 Ensure to charge the battery as soon as possible before the battery power is depleted.

 Point   If the BHT is placed in the alphanumeric entry system in user programs, the combination of the SF

 TIP   In user programs, you may select the key to be used for displaying the battery voltage level

 The displayed battery level shows the terminal voltage of the battery, not how much power is left.
 The actual voltage level varies depending upon the operation of the BHT, so the displayed level

ttery Level

and ENT keys cannot be used for displaying the battery voltage level. This is because in the
alphanumeric entry system the SF key is used for switching between the numeric and alphabet
entry modes.

(instead of the default: combination of SF and ENT keys).

also may vary.

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2.3 Attaching the Hand Strap

Attach the hand strap to prevent the BHT from being accidentally dropped during use.

2.3.1 Attaching the Hand Strap

Attach the hand strap as shown below.

2.3.2 Holding the BHT

Attach the hand strap to your wrist and hold the BHT as shown below.

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2.4 Initial Setup

Turn ON the power after inserting the fully charged battery cartridge into the BHT.
The clock will not have been set at the time of purchase, and therefore it is necessary to set the da te and time when
turning ON the power for the first time.

1. Press the Power key ( ) to turn ON the BHT power.

The screen right displays.

2. Enter the date and time using the numeric keys.

[Ex.] : February 14, 2008, 14:20

 Point  Enter the last two digits for t he year, and enter the

time in 24-hour clock format.

3. Press the ENT key to set the date and time.

The screen right displays when the date and time are set.

4. Press numeric key 1 followed by ENT and select [1:Yes].

A scanning demo commences.
The scanning demo is a program that allows barcodes to be scanned without a user program. Press the
trigger switch to enable barcode scanning.
Refer to "Chapter 3 Basic Operation" – “3.1 Scanning Barcodes” and scan a barcode .

 Point  By selecting [2:No], the power turns OFF.

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2.5 Turning OFF the Power

Use one of the following three methods to turn OFF the BHT power.

Normal power OFF  Press the Power key (
Turning the power OFF after data back-up  Hold down the Power key (
Auto power OFF  The power turns OFF automatically when the BHT is not

used for a set length of time.

2.5.1 Normal Power OFF

1. Press the Power key ( ).

The BHT power turns OFF after the screen on the right displays.

 Point  Do not remove the battery cartridge while the

message on the right is displayed.
When the power is next turned ON, there are times

when a message (2XXX ) displays asking the use
to contact the administrator.

).

) for at least 3 seconds.

2.5.2 Turning the Power OFF after Data Back-up

1. Hold down the Power key ( ) for at least 3 seconds.

The message right displays and data back-up is commenced.
The power turns OFF automatically when the back-up is complete.

 Point  Do not remove the battery cartridge while the

2.5.3 Auto Power OFF

The power turns OFF automatically when the BHT is not used for the length of time set at the user
program.
The default time is set to 3 minutes when the BHT is shipped from the factory.
* Refer to “BHT-500 Programmer’s Manual” for details of auto power OFF.

message on the right is displayed.
The back-up process may take several tens o

seconds depending on the amount of data.

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2.5.4 If the BHT Is Shut Down Abnormally

If the BHT is shut down abnormally* and is left without a battery cartridge or with a discharged battery
cartridge loaded, then unsaved data may be lost.
(*"Normally shut down" refers to "2.5 Turning OFF the Power.")

1. The right message will appear when you load a charged battery

cartridge and turn the BHT on.

2. Press the 2 key while holding down the SF key.

The screen will switch to the right.
[1. Yes]: Run Scandisk and start the System.
[2. No]: Turn the BHT off.

3. Choose [1. Yes] with the numerical keys and press the ENT key.

When Scandisk is in progress, the right message is displayed.

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If Scandisk finds an invalid file(s), the right screen will appear.
(As long as an invalid file exits, the screen displays every time the BHT
System is started up.)

(Refer to “About “$$BRKLST.SYS” on the following page.)

4. Press the ENT key to start up the BHT System.

Scandisk when the resume function is enabled

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If Scandisk runs when the resume function is enabled, the screen given right
may appear.

The BHT displays the screen for three seconds and then automatically runs
the execution program from the beginning.
(The screen may also appear when the calendar clock built in the BHT stops,
even without running Scandisk.)

 Point  The resume function is used to return the display to the status (screen) when the power was last

turned OFF when the power is next turned ON.
Resume function settings are made at the “SET SYSTEM” menu. Refer to “Chapter 4 System

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About “$$BRKLST.SYS”

If Scandisk finds an invalid file(s), it will automatically create the "$$BRKLST.SYS" file.
To check the contents of the file, upload the file in System Mode to the host computer. (Refer to “Chapter
4 System Operation" – “4.5.3 Uploading Files (UPLOAD MENU).")

Contents of the “$$BRKLST.SYS” file

Records (1) File name
(2) Error factor + (Broken since the BHT has not been turned off normally)
* (Broken due to any other causes)
(3) Broken records e.g. 01000-01200 (Data in records numbered 1000 to 1200 is lost)

[Ex.]
SAMPLE1.DAT + 01000-01050
SAMPLE1.
SAMPLE1.DAT + 01600-01650
SAMPLE2.DAT * 00250-00275
SAMPLE3.DAT * 00100-00150

DAT + 01200-01250

↑ ↑

(1) (2) (3)

↑

If more than
same file, they will be written into the subsequent
records in the "$$BRKLST.SYS."

one sequence of records is broken in a

2.5.5 If Invalid Files Are Found

Even invalid files can be uploaded, so upload them to the host computer according to your needs.
After uploading,
 Delete those invalid files.

(Refer to “Chapter 4 System Operation" – “4.5.10 Deleting Program/Data Files (DELETE FILE
MENU).")

 Download valid files having the same names as invalid ones.

(Refer to “Chapter 4 System Operation" – “4.5.2 Downloading Files (DOWNLOAD MENU).")

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B

Basic Operation

This chapter describes basic operations such as barcode scanning, numerical
data entry and item selection using the BHT, basic changes to settings, and BHT
data transmission.

3.1 Scanning Barcodes ····················································································30

3.2 Numeric Data Entry····················································································32

3.3 Task Selection····························································································32

3.4 Changing the Default Settings····································································33

3.4.1 Procedure ········································································································33

3.5 Transmitting Data·······················································································35

3.5.1 Connector Communication··············································································36

3.5.2 Infrared Communic a tion··················································································37

3.5.3 Wireless Communic a tion·················································································38

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3.1 Scanning Barcodes

Follow the procedure below to scan barcodes.

1. Turn the BHT power ON.

2. Press the trigger switch.

The BHT emits a guide marker (laser light)
and illumination LED.

 Point  The trigger switch is assigned to magic

keys M3 and M4 when shipped from the
factory.

Power key

Guide marker

3. Hold the BHT close to the barcode to align the guide

marker.

When the BHT has read the barcode successfully, the
indicator LED will illuminate in blue.

 Note   If required, clean dirty labels before scanning.

 Point  The barcode scanning method may diffe

depending on the application. Perform
scanning in accordance with the
instructions provided in the application
User’s Manual.

 It may not be possible to perform scanning in direct sunlight.
 If the barcode is on a curved surface, perform scanning in the center of the illumination LED

emission range.

 If the barcode reading window is pulled away from the barcode, the scannable barcode range will

become narrower than that of the illumination LED emission.

 The guide marker display range is only a guideline. The guide marker moves to the right of the

scannable range as the barcode reading window nears the barcode, and therefore scanning
should be performed so that the barcode comes to the left side of the guide marker.

 The light intensity of the illumination LED will vary depending upon the scanning conditions and

variation of its elements.

Blue LED ON

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When unable to successfully read barcodes…

Cause Countermeasure

Change the BHT scanning angle and try again.

Specular
reflection

Distance from
barcode

When the illumination LED is focused on
the printed surface of the barcode from
directly above, there are times when
scanning is unsuccessful due to specular
reflection.

Scanning may be unsuccessful if the BHT
reading window is too close to or too far
from the barcode, even when the barcode
is within the guide marker (laser light)
range.

Move the BHT slowly toward or away from the barcode
and try again.

The guide marker range is only a guideline.
The displacement in the right direction in the diagram

increases as the BHT nears the barcode, and therefore
scanning should be performed so that the barcode comes
to the left side of the guide marker.

The barcode readable range is approximately 10 cm when
the scanning distance is 16 cm.

Readable range:
approx. 10 cm

Guide marker

Scanning distance:

approx. 16 cm

Barcode surface
curvature

Barcode surface
dirt

Barcode reading
window dirt

Direct sunlight,
ambient light

Scanning may be unsuccessful if the
barcode surface is curved.

Scanning may be unsuccessful if the
barcode surface is dirty.

Scanning may be unsuccessful if the
barcode reading window is dirty.

Barcode scanning may be adversely
affected by direct sunlight or the
brightness of the surrounding light.

Scan the barcode at the center of the barcode reading
window.

Wipe the dirt from the barcode and try again.

Blow any dust away with an airbrush, and then gently
wipe the reading window with a cotton swab or similar soft
object.

Perform barcode scanning away from direct sunlight. Try
adjusting the brightness of the surrounding light when
scanning indoors.

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3.2 Numeric Data Entry

Enter numeric data such as product volume with the numeric keys and Enter (
If numeric data is entered incorrectly, use the backspace key (
numeric keys.

When Entering “120” Key Operation

) to delete the data and then reenter with the

) key.

Press numeric keys 1, 2, and 0 followed by the Enter
key.

3.3 Task Selection

If a selection item "such as “1:XXX 2:XXX” with numeric values displays, enter the values with the numeric entry
keys and then press the Enter key.

When Selecting Task 2:XXX Key Operation

Press numeric key 2 followed by the Enter key.

If a YES/NO selection screen such as “1:YES 2:NO” displays, press numeric key [1] to select “YES”, and [2] to
select “NO”.

When Selecting “1:YES” Key Operation

Press numeric key 1 followed by the Enter key.

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3.4 Changing the Default Settings

The buzzer volume, vibrator, LCD display brightness and power save settings can be changed at the MENU screen.

Item Details Setting

Used to set the volume of the buzzer that notifies the user when

BUZZER VOLUME

barcode scanning is complete.
The volume can be adjusted in 4 levels: Hi, Lo, Mid and Mute.

Mute→Lo→Mid→Hi

VIBRATOR

BRIGHTNESS

BRIGHTNESS(PS)

POWER SAVE

3.4.1 Procedure

1. Press MENU key

The MENU screen displays

Used to turn ON/OFF the vibrator that notifies the user when
barcode scanning is complete.

Used to set the backlight brightness of the LCD display.
The brightness can be adjusted in 5 levels.

Used to set the backlight brightness of the LCD display during
power save mode. The brightness can be adjusted in 6 levels.

Used to set the time until the LCD display backlight is dimmed
when not in use in order to save power.

ON, OFF

Levels 1 to 5

Levels 0 to 5

1-second units
(max. 30 seconds)

2. Use the [▲] and [▼] cursor keys to select the item

to be changed.

The selected item is highlighted.

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3. Use the [◄] and [►] cursor keys to select the setting.

4. Press MENU key to exit the settings screen.

The settings screen is exited.

 Point   Press the MENU key once again to terminate during operation.

 The MENU key can be assigned to other keys such as the SF or ENT keys. To do this, press the

MENU key while holding down the SF key.

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3.5 Transmitting Data

Data gathered by the BHT can be transmitted to the host computer by connector communication, infrared
communication and wireless communication*.
The data transmission method and BHT setting method will differ depending on the system used, and therefore the
system administrator should be contacted for details of operation.

Request

Data gathered by the BHT should be promptly uploaded to the host computer.

Connector
communication

Infrared

communication

Infrared

communication

Infrared

communication

Wireless

communication*

Dedicated interface cable

CU-501 : RS232C
CU-521 : USB
CU-511 : Ethernet

CU-501
CU-521
CU-511

Wireless LAN access point

Host computer

Ethernet

* BHT-504BW only

To perform wireless communication with a wireless LAN
access point, it is necessary to configure the wireless local
area network (wireless LAN) at the BHT and access point.

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3.5.1 Connector Communication

Connect the host computer and BHT with a dedicated interface cable (Option, Type:
CBBHT-RS1000/3-9-02) and perform data communication.
The BHT-BASIC 4.0 Development Pack (Option) and BHT-BASIC 4.0 Transfer Utility (Option) software is
required.

Requests

 Do not use a cable other than the dedicated interface cable.
 Avoid disconnecting and reconnecting the cable more than once a day. Disconnecting and

reconnecting the cable too frequently will shorten the lifetime of the connector interface port.
Use the communication unit (CU-501, CU-521 or CU-511) when it is necessary to perform frequent
communication between the host computer and BHT.

 Avoid inserting the connector at an angle or pulling the cable strongly.

Dedicated interface cable

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3.5.2 Infrared Communication

 When performing data communication between BHT units

Point the BHT infrared communication ports toward each other and perform communication.

Requests

 Ensure that the light path between the BHT and any target stations is not obstructed.
 Perform communication within the effective infrared emission range (15 cm).
 Do not operate remote control units for televisions and so forth in the vicinity of infrared communication.

This may result in comunication failure.

 Perform communication in locations where the BHT units will not be exposed to light interference from

sources such as intence ambient lighting (inverter-driven fluorescent lighting, in particular) or direct
sunlight. This may result in comunication failure.

 When performing data communication with the host computer

Data can be transmitted directly to the host computer if the computer is equipped with an infrared
communication port.

If the host computer is not equipped with an infrared communication port, place the BHT on the
communication unit (CU-501

, CU-521 or CU-511) and transmit data.

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CU-501: RS232C
CU-521: USB
CU-511: Ethernet

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3.5.3 Wireless Communication

Transmit data to host computer via the wireless LAN access point.
To perform wireless communication, it is necessary to configure the wireless local area network (wireless
LAN) at the BHT and access point.

Requests

 Point the antenna on top of the BHT toward the access point to improve communication performance.
 Communication may not be possible at the following locations.

1. In the vicinity of devices operating on the same 2.4 GHz waveband as the BHT such as microwave
ovens, industrial heating equipment, or high-frequency medical equipment.

2. In the vicinity of computers or household appliances such as refridgerators that emit
electromagnetic noise.

3. In the vicinity of metallic objects, in places with high levels of metallic dust, in rooms surrounded by
metal walls (metallic influence), or places where the BHT may be subject to strong impact.

communication

* BHT-504BW only

Wireless

Wireless LAN access point

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Chapter 4

B

System Operation

This chapter describes how to initialize and update the system, start up a user
program, and operate System Mode.

4.1 Initializing the BHT System·········································································40

4.1.1 Selecting the Memory Area to be Initialized···················································41

4.1.2 Selecting the Message Version (English or Japanese)·································42

4.1.3 Confirming the Memory Area Selected for Initialization·································42

4.1.4 Performing System Initialization·····································································43

4.2 Updating the System ··················································································44

4.2.1 Updating the BHT System··············································································44

4.2.2 CU-511 System Update
(when Equipped with LAN Communication Software)···································45

4.3 Executing User Programs···········································································46

4.3.1 Executing from the SYSTEM MENU “EXECUTE PROGRAM”·····················46

4.3.2 Automatically Executing the Program Set at the SYSTEM MENU
when Turning the Power ON··········································································46

4.3.3 Executing the First Registered Program by Turning the Power ON
(BHT System Directory Management Program Function)·····························46

4.3.4 Executing by Wake-up···················································································48

4.3.5 Executing by Remote Wake-up······································································48

4.4 System Mode······························································································49

4.4.1 Starting Up System Mode ··············································································49

4.4.2 System Mode Basic Operation ······································································50

4.4.3 SYSTEM MENU Configuration······································································52

4.5 SYSTEM MENU ·························································································60

4.5.1 Executing User Programs (EXECUTE PROGRAM Menu) ···························60

4.5.2 Downloading Files (DOWNLOAD Menu)·······················································61

4.5.3 Uploading Files (UPLOAD Menu)··································································64

4.5.4 Copying Files between 2 BHT Units ······························································67

4.5.5 System Environment Settings (SET SYSTEM Menu) ···································70

4.5.6 BHT Operation Test (TEST Menu)·································································93

4.5.7 System Information (SYSTEM INFORMATION Menu) ·······························112

4.5.8 Downloading/Uploading Files by FTP (FTP MENU)····································115

4.5.9 Wireless Communcation Settings (RF MENU)············································121

4.5.10 Deleting Program/Data Files (DELETE FILE Menu)·································138

4.5.11 Deleting Font Files (DELETE FILE Menu)···················································139

4.5.12 Downloading/Uploading the BHT System Parameter File
(SYSTEM PARAMETER Menu)···································································141

4.5.13 Setting the Remote Wake-up (SET REMOTE WAKEUP Menu)·················144

4.5.14 Downloading/Uploading the System Message File
(SYSTEM MESSAGE Menu)·······································································145

4.5.15 Updating the System (MODIFY MENU) ······················································148

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4.1 Initializing the BHT System

By initializing the system, program files and data files downloaded to the BHT user area are deleted, and system
settings are returned to the default status when shipped from the factory.
The system must be initialized when:

 Deleting all program files and data files downloaded to the BHT user area (Font files are also deleted by

selecting the area subject to initialization.)

 The following message displays on the screen when the BHT is turned on.

- Point - By initializing the system, all files in the user area are deleted, and therefore all files t hat need to be

backed up should be uploaded to the host computer and so on beforehand.
Refer to section “4.5.3 Uploading Files (UPLOAD Menu)” for details of uploading.

The initialization procedure is described on the following pages.
Perform operation in accordance with the procedure for each item.

 Selecting the Memory Area to be Initialized

 Selecting the Message Version (English or Japanese)

 Confirming the Memory Area to be Selected for Initialization

 Performing System Initialization

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4.1.1 Selecting the Memory Area to be Initialized

1. Press the Power key ( ) while holding down the SF, M1 and 0

keys together.

The screen on the right displays.

2. Select the memory area to be initialized.

(1) To exempt font files from deletion:

Ensure that “1:USER AREA EXCEPT FONTS” is selected and press the ENT key.
The screen changes to the “4.1.3 Confirming the Memory Area Selected for Initialization”.

(2) To delete font files:

Press the 2 key while holding down the SF key.
The screen on the right displays.
Next, press the 2 key, select “2:WHOLE USER AREA”, and press the ENT
key.
The screen changes to the “4.1.2 Selecting the Message Version (English
or Japanese)”.

“1: USER AREA EXCEPT FONTS”

The user area is initialized without deleting file fonts.

“2: WHOLE USER AREA”

The entire user area is initialized and therefore file fonts are also
deleted.

- Point - If a “Contact the administrator. (2XXX)” message displays when the BHT power is ON,

select ”2: WHOLE USER AREA”.

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4.1.2 Selecting the Message Version (English or Japanese)

1. When the screen on the right displays, select the message display

language with the numerical keys.

“1: Japanese” Changes the message language to Japanese.
“2: English” Changes the message language to English.

2. Press the ENT key.

Proceed to the operation at section “4.1.3 Confirming the Memory Area
Selected for Initialization”.

4.1.3 Confirming the Memory Area Selected for Initialization

(1) To exempt font files from deletion:

When the screen on the right displays, select the item and press the
ENT key.

Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the screen to select the area
for initialization.

“1: Yes”:

The system will be initialized without deleting font files.

“2: No”:

Cancels system initialization and turns the BHT power OFF.

e font files:

(2) To dele

t

When the screen on the right displays, select the item and press the

ENT key.

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Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the screen to select the area
for initialization.

“1: Yes”:

The system will be initialized, and all files in the user area, including font
files, will be deleted.

“2: No”:

Cancels system initialization and turns the BHT power OFF.

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4.1.4 Performing System Initialization

1. The screen on the right displays during system initialization.

2. Upon completion of system initialization, the BHT displays the

screen on the right for a second and then turns OFF automatically.

- Point -  Never turn OFF the BHT power during system initialization. Turning the power OFF too

early will interrupt the process, requiring initialization to be performed again.

 If a “Contact your administrator. Note the error number. (XXXX)” message displays even

although initialization has been completed, initialize the BHT again.

 Following initialization, all programs and data files stored in the target memory area will be

lost. Download them again if necessary. (Refer to section “4.5.2 Downloading Files
(DOWNLOAD Menu)” for details of downloading.)

 Always set the calendar clock following initialization. (Refer to “Chapter 2 BHT

Preparation“ – “2.4 Initial Setup”.)

 Initialization will restore the display contrast level, communication conditions and othe

settings to their default values when shipped from the factory, and therefore they should
be edited if necessary.

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4.2 Updating the System

4.2.1 Updating the BHT System

The BHT system update procedure is as follows.

BHT System Update File Download

BHT System Update

 BHT System Update File Download

Refer to sections “4.5.2 Downloading Files (DOWNLOAD Menu)” and ”4.5.8 Downloading/Uploading Files
by FTP (FTP MENU)”, and download the BHT system update file to the BHT.

- Note - The BHT system update file can be downloaded from the following Web site.

http://www.qbdirect.net/

 BHT System Update

Refer to section “4.5.15 Updating the System (MODIFY MENU)” and update the BHT system.

- Important -

In order to prevent the battery running low during the system update process, perform the
system update with the battery sufficiently charged, or with the BHT placed in the CU-500
Series. If the BHT power turns OFF due to a low battery and so on during the system update,
the system update will continue when the power is next turned ON. Furthermore, during
system update, the power will not turn OFF even if the Power key (
the system update process is complete before operating the BHT.

) is pressed. Wait until

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4.2.2 CU-511 System Update (when Equipped with LAN Communication Software)

The CU-511 system update procedure is as follows.

CU-511 System Update File Download

CU-511 System Update

 CU-511 System Update File Download

Refer to sections “4.5.2 Downloading Files (DOWNLOAD Menu)” and ”4.5.8 Downloading/Uploading Files
by FTP (FTP MENU)”, and download the CU-511 system update file to the BHT.
Download the CU-511 system update file as a data file with field length of 64 bytes.

- Important - If the Transfer Utility is use d to download in BHT protocol, select the “Perform binary file

- Note - The CU-511 system update file can be downloaded from the following Web site.

transfer (F)” check box at the Transfer Utility Options screen and then download.

http://www.qbdirect.net/

 CU-511 System Update

Refer to section “4.5.15 Updating the System (MODIFY MENU)” and update the CU-511 system.
The CU-511 LED flashes during CU-511 system update.

- Important - Never remove the BHT from the CU-511 or turn the BHT power OFF during the system

update process.
If the BHT is removed from the CU-511 or the BHT power turned OFF during system update,

a system update error will occur, and the CU-511 will wait for the update to be retried.
In such a case, either perform the CU-511 system update again, or reboot the CU-511.

- Point - If the CU-511 power is turned OFF during the system update, when the power is next turned

ON, either the system prior to updating or system after updating will run.
The system running can be verified at the CU-511 System Information display.

(Refer to section ”4.5.7 System Information (SYSTEM INFORMATION Menu)” for details.)

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4.3 Executing User Programs

User programs (application programs) can be executed using the following methods.
Select the most appropriate method to meet the objective.

4.3.1 Executing from the SYSTEM MENU “EXECUTE PROGRAM”

Select the program to be executed at the SYSTEM MENU “EXECUTE PROGRAM” menu.
In such a case, the selected program will always be executed from the start.
Refer to section ”4.5.1 Executing User Programs (EXECUTE PROGRAM Menu)” for details.

4.3.2 Automatically Executing the Program Set at the SYSTEM MENU when Turning the Power ON

Select the program to be executed at the SYSTEM MENU “EXECUTE PROGRAM” menu, and then turn
the BHT power OFF. The selected program will executed automatically the next time the BHT power is
turned ON.
If the resume function has been set, the BHT will resume from the position in the program that was
stopped when the BHT power was last turned OFF.
Refer to section ”4.5.5 System Environment Settings (SET SYSTEM Menu)” for details.

4.3.3 Executing the First Registered Program by Turning the Power ON (BHT System Directory Management Program Function)

If no program has been selected at the SYSTEM MENU “EXECUTE PROGRAM” menu and the BHT
power is turned ON, control will switch to the directory management program, and the first of the programs
(.PD4) registered in the BHT will executed.
If the resume function has been set, the BHT will resume from the position in the program that was
stopped when the BHT power was last turned OFF.

If downloading multiple programs after system initialization, programs are registered in the system in the
order in which they are downloaded, and therefore ensure that the program to be executed is the first
program downloaded.

If a program is later downloaded for purpose of upgrading the version, use the same program name. The
order in which programs are registered in the system will not change, and therefore the same program will
be executed even after upgrading the version. ()

 The system directory management program also manages files with other extensions simultaneously. If

the top file from the first registered program is deleted and a new program is downloaded, the new
program will be registered in the position vacated by the deleted file and therefore caution is advised. It
is recommended that the program to be execute after turning on the BHT power is first downloaded
following system initialization.

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Several directory management program examples are given below.
The names of the files used in these examples are as follows.

MAIN.PD4 : Program to be executed by pressing the Power key (
SUBMAIN.PD4 : Program chained from MAIN.PD4 using the BHT-BASIC CHAIN

statement
USER.PD4 : New program
AAAAAAAA.DAT : Data file 1 used at the user program
BBBBBBBB.DAT : Data file 2 used at the user program

 (Example 1) When downloading the MAIN.PD4 and SUBMAIN.PD4 upgrade version

In the above case, the registration order does not change and therefore MAIN.PD4 starts up by pressing
the Power key (

).

) only

Directory info

AAAAAAAA.DAT
BBBBBBBB.DAT

MAIN.PD4

SUBMAIN.PD4

:
:
:

 MAIN.PD4

(Upgra
 SUBMAIN.PD4
(Upgrade ver.)

Download

de ver

.)

Directory info

AAAAAAAA.DAT
BBBBBBBB.DAT

MAIN.PD4

SUBMAIN.PD4

:
:
:

 (Example 2) When newly downloading USER.PD4 after deleting BBBBBBBB.DAT

In the above case, USER.PD4 is registered after BBBBBBBB.DAT, and therefore USER.PD4 will be
the first registered program. Press the Power key (

Directory info

AAAAAAAA.DAT
BBBBBBBB.DAT

MAIN.PD4

SUBMAIN.PD4

:
:

Delete

Download

USER.PD4

) to start up USER.PD4.

Directory info

AAAAAAAA.DAT

USER.PD4

MAIN.PD4

SUBMAIN.PD4

:
:

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 (Example 3) Recommended download method

After system initialization, first download the program to be executed simply by pressing the Power key
(
unless the program has been deleted and another file downloaded.

). In this case, this program is always registered at the beginning of the system directory management

Directory info

:
:
:

<Status following system initialization>

(1) MAIN.PD4
(2) SUBMAIN.PD4
(3) AAAAAAAA.DAT
(4) BBBBBBBB.DAT

Download in
the order (1),
(2), (3), (4).

4.3.4 Executing by Wake-up

By specifying the wake-up time at the user program, the BHT can be started up at the wake-up time and a
program executed.
If an auto-start execution program has been selected at the System Mode ”4.5.5 [1] Setting the auto-start
execution program”, the selected program will be executed.
If no auto-start execution program has been selected, the first registered program from among the
programs (.PD4) registered in the BHT will be executed.
Refer to the “BHT-BASIC Programmer’s Manual” for details.

Directory info

MAIN.PD4

SUBMAIN.PD4
AAAAAAAA.DAT
BBBBBBBB.DAT

:
:
:

4.3.5 Executing by Remote Wake-up

If remote wake-up is enabled, the BHT can be started up by receiving a control command from the host
computer. If a fixed file called “BHTRMT.PD4” exists in the BHT at this time, BHTRMT.PD4 will be
executed.
In other words, it is possible to execute the desired program by chaining from BHTRMT.PD4 using a
BHT-BASIC CHAIN statement.
Refer to ”4.5.13 Setting the Remote Wake-up (SET REMOTE WAKEUP Menu)” and the “BHT-BASIC
Programmer’s Manual” for details.

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4.4 System Mode

By starting up the BHT in System Mode and selecting each menu, the following operations can be performed
individually.

 Executing user programs
 File download/upload
 System environment setting
 BHT operation test
 System information display
 Downloading/uploading files by FTP ( * BHT-504BW only)
 File deletion
 Font file deletion
 System settings parameter file download/upload
 Remote wake-up setting
 System message file download/upload
 System update

Refer to each item at the “4.5 SYSTEM MENU” for details of the above operations.

4.4.1 Starting Up System Mode

Use the following procedure to start up System Mode.

1. Press the Power key ( ) while holding

down the SF and 1 keys.

System Mode starts up and the SYSTEM
MENU (screen on right) displays.

Select and display each menu from the
SYSTEM MENU and perform each
operation.

Press and hold the SF key and press the
appropriate numerical key to display items
not displayed at the SYSTEM MENU.
Refer to ”4.4.3 SYSTEM MENU
Configuration” for details.

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4.4.2 System Mode Basic Operation

Menu Selection and Display

Use the following procedure to select and display each menu.

1. Press the numerical key

corresponding to the menu to
be selected.
Alternatively, press the cursor
keys ([▲] [▼]) to select the
menu.

The selected menu item will be
highlighted.
”EXECUTE PROGRAM” will be
highlighted when System Mode is
started up.

2. Press the ENT key.

The selected item is set and the
next screen displays.
Press the BS/C key while holding
down the SF key to return to the
previous screen.
The selected item will be
highlighted when returning to the
previous screen.

 Operation example (Screen display: BHT-504BW)

Select [4: SET SYSTEM] w
the [4] or [▲]/[▼] keys.

Select
[5:COMMUNICATION] with
the [5] or [▲]/[▼] keys.

ith

ENT key

BS/C key

3. Repeat the above operation to

display the target menu.

ENT key

Select [3:COM PORT] with
the [3] or [▲]/[▼] keys.

BS/C key

ENT key

BS/C key

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Setting Value Selection

Use the follow

ing procedure to select setting values.

1. Press the numerical key corresponding to the item to be

selected.
Alternatively, press the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) to select the
item.

The selected item will be highlighted.

2. Select the setting value with the cursor keys ([◄] [►]).

3. Press the ENT key.

The selected setting value will be set.

 Operation example

Select the setting item with the
[2] key or [▲]/[▼] keys.

Select the setting value with
the cursor keys ([◄] [►]).

ENT key

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4.4.3 SYSTEM MENU Configuration

4.4.3.1 Menu Configuration for Items Displayed at the SYSTEM MENU Screen

Select the item with the numerical keys or cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) and press the ENT key.

BHT-500B Menu Configuration

BS/C

key

1 and ENT keys

2 and ENT keys

3 and ENT keys

SYSTEM MENU

Executing Programs

Refer to section “4.5.1 Executing User Programs”.

Downloading

Refer to section “4.5.2 Downloading Files”.

Uploading

Refer to section “4.5.3 Uploading Files”.

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4 and ENT keys

5 and ENT keys

BS/C

key

6 and ENT keys

7 and ENT keys

System Environment Setting

Refer to section “4.5.5 System Environment

Testin

g

Refer to section “4.5.6 BHT Operati

System Information Display

Refer to section “4.5.7 System Information Displ

Downloading/Uploading by FTP

Refer to section “4.5.8 Dow
FTP”.

on Test”.

nloading/Uploading Files by

Setting”.

ay”.

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BHT-504BW Menu Configuration

BS/C

key

1 and ENT keys

2 and ENT keys

3 and ENT keys

SYSTEM MENU

Executing Programs

Refer to section “4.5.1 Executing User Programs”.

Downloading

Refer to section “4.5.2 Downloading Files”.

Uploading

Refer to section “4.5.3 Uploading Files”.

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4 and ENT keys

5 and ENT keys

BS/C

key

6 and ENT keys

7 and ENT keys

8 and ENT keys

System Environment Setting

Refer to section “4.5.5 System Environment Setting”.

Testin

g

Refer to section “4.5.6 BHT Operation Test”.

System Information Display

Refer to section “4.5.7 System Information

Dow

nloading/Uploading by FTP

Refer to section “4.5.8 Dow
FTP”.

RF MENU

Refer to section “4.5.9 Wirele

nloading/Uploading Files by

ss Communic

Display”.

ation Settings”.

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4.4.3.2 Menu Configuration for Items Not Displayed at the SYSTEM MENU Screen

Press the corresponding numerical key while holding down the SF key.

BHT-500B Menu Configuration

BS/C

key

th SF

0 wi
held down

2 with SF
held down

3 with SF
held do

wn

SYSTEM MENU

Dele

ting Program/Data Files

Refer to section “4.5.10 De

Deleting Font Files

Refer to section “4.5.11 Deleti

Downloading/Uploading the BHT System Parameter File

Refer to section “4.5.1
System Parameter File”.

leting Program/Data Files”.

ng Font Files”.

2 Downloading/Uploading the BHT

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BS/C
key

4 with SF
held do

wn

6 with SF
held down

Dot [.]

h SF held

wit
down

Setting Remote Wake-up

Refer to section “4.5.13 Setting Remote Wake-up”.

Downloading/Uploading the System Message File

Refer to section “4.5.14 Do
the Message File”.

Updating the System

Refer to section “4.5.15 Up

wnloading/Uploading System

dating the System”.

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BHT-504BW Menu Configuration

BS/C

key

0 with SF
held down

2 with SF
held down

3 with SF
held down

SYSTEM MENU

ting Program/Data Files

Dele

Refer to section “4.5.10 De

Dele

ting Font Files

Refer to section “4.5.11 Deleti

Dow

nloading/Uploading the BHT System Parameter File

Refer to section “4.5.12 Downloading/Uploading the BHT
System Parameter File”.

leting Program/Data Files”.

ng Font Files”.

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BS/C
key

4 with SF
held do

wn

6 with SF
held do

wn

Dot [.]

h SF held

wit
down

Setting Remote Wake-up

Refer to section “4.5.13 Setting Remote Wake-up”.

Downloading/Uploading the System Message File

Refer to section “4.5.14 Do
the Message File”.

wnloading/Uploading System

Updating the System

Refer to section “4.5.15 Updating the System”.

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4.5 SYSTEM MENU

4.5.1 Executing User Programs (EXECUTE PROGRAM Menu)

Individually select and execute user programs downloaded to the BHT.
Use the following procedure to execute user programs.

1. Select “1: EXECUTE PROGRAM” at the SYSTEM MENU and then

press the ENT key.

The screen on the right displays.
Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SYSTEM MENU.

2. Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) to select the target program.

The selected program will be highlighted.
Use the [▼] key to scroll down when more than 18 programs have been
downloaded to the user area.

The screen on the right shows an example in which 23 programs have
been downloaded.

3. When the target program is highlighted, press the ENT key.

The selected program will be executed.

The screen on the right displays when no program files exist in the user
area.
Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SYSTEM MENU.

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4.5.2 Downloading Files (DOWNLOAD Menu)

Download files to the BHT user area from other devices such as the host computer.

- Point -

Use the following procedure to download files.

 If a file with the same name as one already used in the user area of the target memory in

the BHT is downloaded, the newly downloaded file replaces the old one.

 If an auto-start execution program has not been specified (See 4.5.5 [1] Auto-start

Execution Program Settings), the directory management program will execute the first
managed program from among the programs (.PD4) downloaded to the BHT when the
BHT power is turned ON. (Program displayed at the top of the “EXECUTE PROGRAM”
menu) Take this into account when determining the file download order.

Refer to “4.3 Executing User Programs” for details.

1. Select “2: DOWNLOAD” at the SYSTEM MENU and then press the

ENT key.

The screen on the right displays.

“1: FILE”:

Select to download a specific file.

“2: HT<-->HT COPY”:

Select to download a file from another BHT.
Refer to “4.5.4 Copying Files between 2 BHT Units” for details.

Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SYSTEM MENU.

The current communication settings display at the bottom of the screen.

Communication protocol typ

e Ymodem

BHT-Ir
BHTp

Ymodem protocol
BHT-Ir protocol
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Copy speed

Interface used

Communication protocol type

Interface used Opt

Con

Copy speed 300 to 460800 Transmission speed corresponding to each

Refer to “4.5.5 System Environment Settings (SET SYSTEM Menu)” for details of communication
environment settings.

Infrared interface
Connector interface

protocol

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2. Select either “1: FILE” or ”2: HT<-->HT COPY” and press the ENT

key.

The screen on the right displays indicating that the BHT is waiting for the file
to be downloaded.

The screen on the right displays only when “1: FILE” is selected.
If “2: HT<-->HT COPY” is selected, “HT<-->HT” displays in the center of the
second row of the screen.

3. By executing the BHT-BASIC 4.0 Transfer Utility or similar program,

the screen on the right displays and file downloading is commenced.

(Refer to the “BHT-BASIC 4.0 Transfer Utility User’s Guide.”)

4. The screen on the right displays during downloading.

The screen on the right displays indicating the file name and the number of
received records/the total number of records.
(When using the Ymodem protocol, the received file size/the total file size
(units: KB) displays.)

Press the BS/C key to abort the download process and return to the
DOWNLOAD menu.

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5. When downloading is complete, the beeper sounds once and the

screen on the right displays.

When the number of received records equals the total number of records,

downloading is complete.
(When using the Ymodem protocol, the received file size equals the total
file size.)

Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the DOWNLOAD menu.
With this screen is displayed on the BHT, downloading another new file
from the host computer allows the BHT to begin receiving.
(Refer to the “BHT-BASIC 4.0 Transfer Utility User’s Guide.”)

If “2: HT<-->HT COPY” is selected, repeat the above operation until all files are downloaded.

If an error message (screen below) displays during downloading, refer to “Chapter 7 Error Messages”.

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4.5.3 Uploading Files (UPLOAD Menu)

Upload files stored in the BHT user area to another device.
Use the following procedure to upload files.

1. Select “3: UPLOAD” at the SYSTEM MENU and then press the

ENT key.

The screen on the right displays.

“1: ONE FILE”:

Select to upload a specific file.

“2: ALL FILES”:

Select to upload all files, excluding font files.

“3: HT<-->HT COPY”:

Select to upload a file to another BHT.
Refer to “4.5.4 Copying Files between 2 BHT Units” for details.

Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SYSTEM MENU.

The current communication settings display at the bottom of the screen.

Communicatio

n protocol typ

e Ymodem

BHT-Ir
BHTp

Ymodem protocol
BHT-Ir protocol
BHT protocol

Copy speed

Interface used

Communication protocol type

Interface used Opt

Con

Copy speed 300 to 460800 Transmission speed corresponding to each

Refer to “4.5.5 System Environment Settings (SET SYSTEM Menu)” for details of communication
environment settings.

- Point -

If BHT protocol or BHT-Ir protocol is selected for the communication protocol, BHT-BASIC

Infrared interface
Connector interface

protocol

4.0* specification files will not display at the file selection screen, and therefore cannot be
downloaded.

(*Applications with extension “.PD4”, extension libraries with extension “.FN4”, and data files
that have any of the following structures: the number of fields is 17 or more, the total of the
number of fields and each field length is 255 or more, and the number of records is 32768 o
more)

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2. Select “1: FILE”, ”2: ALL FILES” or ”3: HT<-->HT COPY” and press the ENT key.

When “1: FILE” is selected:

The screen on the right displays. Select the file to be uploaded and press
the ENT key.
Next, proceed to step 3.

When “2: ALL FILES” or ”3:HT<-->HT COPY” is selected:

Proceed to step 3.

The screen on the right displays

the user area.

Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the UPLOAD menu.

if no files that can be uploaded exist in

3. The screen on the right displays indicating that the BHT is waiting

for the file to be uploaded.

The screen on the right displays only when “1: FILE” is selected.
If “2:ALL FILES” is selected, “ALL” displays in the center of the second row
of the screen.
If “3: HT<-->HT COPY” is selected, “HT<-->HT” displays in the center of the
second row of the screen.

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4. By executing the BHT-BASIC 4.0 Transfer Utility or similar program,

the screen on the right displays and file uploading is commenced.

(Refer to the “BHT-BASIC4.0 Transfer Utility User’s Guide.”)

5. The screen on the right displays during uploading.

The screen on the right displays indicating the file name and the number of
sent records/the total number of records.
(When using the Ymodem protocol, the sent file size/the total file size
(units: KB) displays.)

Press and hold the BS/C key to abort the download process and return to
the UPLOAD menu.

6. When uploading is complete, the beeper sounds once and the

screen on the right displays.

When the number of sent records equals the total number of records,

downloading is complete.
(When using the Ymodem protocol, the sent file size equals the total file
size.)

Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the UPLOAD menu.

If “2: ALL FILES” or ”3: HT<-->HT COPY” is selected, repeat the above
operation until all files are uploaded.

If an error message displays during uploading, refer to “Chapter 7 Error
Messages”.

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4.5.4 Copying Files between 2 BHT Units

Copy “all files (excluding font files)”, “setting data”, and the “date and time” stored in the BHT user area to
another BHT.
Use the following procedure to copy files between 2 BHT units.

1. Set the same interface at both BHT units.

An infrared communication (Optical) interface and connector communication (Connector) interface are
available.
The default interface is set to infrared communication (Optical).

Changing the Interface

Select ”4: SET SYSTEM”  ”5: COMMUNICATION”  ”3: COM PORT” from the SYSTEM MENU, and
change at the [2: SYSTEM MODE] “INTEFACE USED” item.

2. Set “COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL OPTION”  “FIELD SPACE” (space at the end of the

field) to “Ignore” at both BHT units.

The default setting is “Ignore”.
Refer to “4.5.5 System Environment Settings (SET SYSTEM Menu)” when changing the interface.

3. When using infrared communication, ensure that the BHT infrared communication ports are

facing one another.

 When using the connector interface, open the BHT connector covers and connect both BHT units using

a cable with JC-25-P-3 (2.5mm stereo mini-plug).
(Refer to “Chapter 8 Specifications” for cable details.)

4. Select “2: DOWNLOAD”  ”2: HT<-->HT COPY” at the SYSTEM MENU of the BHT that is

downloading to await downloading.

Refer to “4.5.2 Downloading Files (DOWNLOAD Menu)” for details.
When copying only the system parameter file, use the SYSTEM PARAMETER transfer menu. Refer to
“4.5.12 Downloading/Uploading the BHT System Parameter File (SYSTEM PARAMETER Menu)” for
details.

5. Select “3: UPLOAD”  ”3: HT<-->HT COPY” at the SYSTEM MENU of the BHT that is

uploading to await uploading.

Refer to the “4.5.3 Uploading Files (UPLOAD Menu)” for details.
When copying only the system parameter file, use the SYSTEM PARAMETER transfer menu. Refer to
“4.5.12 Downloading/Uploading the BHT System Parameter File (SYSTEM PARAMETER Menu)” for
details.

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- Note - The following setting data is copied when copying between BHT units.

LCD contrast level

Beeper volume
Switching between beeper and vibrator
Program to be executed automatically when the BHT is turned ON
Message version (English or Japanese)
Display font size
System status display
Date
Time
Setting of black-and-white inverted label reading function (enable/disable)
Decode level
Minimum number of digits to be read for ITF
Minimum number of digits to be read for STF
Minimum number of digits to be read for Codabar (NW-7)
Interface port to be used in user programs
Interface port to be used in System Mode
Communication parameters for the infrared interface
Communication parameters for the direct-connect interface
Communication protocol options for the infrared interface
Communication protocol options for the direct-connect interface
Communication protocol type
Shift key function definition
M1 key function definition
M2 key function definition
M3 key function definition
M4 key function definition
M5 key function definition
Resume function
Remote wake-up setting (enable/disable)
Transmission speed for remote wake-up
Remote wake-up history
BHT-5000 screen compatibility mode
YMODEM option
IP address of FTP server
User name of FTP server
Password of FTP server
Default directory for FTP server
FTP option, Line delimiters (CR/LF)
FTP option, Handling of line delimiters
FTP option, Handling of trailing spaces in data fields

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FTP option, Upload mode
FTP option, Verbose mode
IP address of host computer for ping-test
Data size of echo request
Echo request intervals
Timeout period for echo request
No. of echo requests to be sent
Echo request send timing
TCP/IP operation device
TCP/IP link layer
Transmission speed between BHT and CU
No. of retries for link establishment command to be sent
Link establishment command intervals
No. of retries for link release command to be sent
Link release command intervals
Link release period
Service Set ID (SSID) (Not possible to copy correctly if there is a space at the end.)

Maximum DHCP IP addressacquisition wait time

The following data is the setting data for the BHT-504BW only.

Power save mode for wireless module
Authentication system
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) (enable/disable)
Wireless method
Wireless security mode
Wireless security EAP authentication method
Wireless security encryption method
Wireless security root certificate filename
Wireless security EAP start time
Wireless security retry interval for non-response
Wireless security retry interval for authentication failure
Wireless security retry interval for authentication start failure
Wireless security retry count for authentication start failure

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4.5.5 System Environment Settings (SET SYSTEM Menu)

Use the following procedure to set the system environment.

1. Select “4: SET SYSTEM” at the SYSTEM MENU and then press the

ENT key.

The SET SYSTEM menu screen on the right displays.

“1: EXECUTE PROGRAM”:

Sets the auto-start execution program to be executed when the power is
turned ON.

“2: DISPLAY”:

Sets the message version (English or Japanese).

“3: DATE/TIME”:

Sets the calendar clock (date and time).

“4: BARCODE”:

Sets the barcode scanning conditions (black/white inverted label
scanning function and decode label), minimum number of scan digits for
scan codes (ITF, STF, Codabar) and the operation (scan mode, guide
marker, power OFF time for the scanning area) for the scanning area.

“5: COMMUNICATION”:

Sets the communication environment (interface port and communication parameters).

“6: KEY”:

Defines the functions of the shift key and magic keys.

“7: RESUME”:

Sets the resume function.

“8: DEFRAG”:

Defragments the drive.

“9: TCP/IP”:

Displays the setting menu for TCP/IP, FTP and DHCP.

Refer to the following section for details of the above items.
Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SYSTEM MENU.

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[1] Setting the auto-start execution program

Use the following procedure to set the auto-start execution program.

1. Select “1: EXECUTE PROGRAM” at the SET SYSTEM menu and

then press the ENT key.

The SET EXECUTE PROGRAM menu screen on the right displays.
The highlighted program will be the program currently set as the auto-start
execution program.

2. Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) to highlight the target program.

3. Press the ENT key.

The selected program will be set as the auto-start execution program.

Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SET SYSTEM menu.

The screen on the right displays if no programs have been downloaded.

Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SET SYSTEM menu.

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[2] Setting the message version and system status indication

Use the following procedure to set the display language and system status indication.

1. Select “2: DISPLAY” at the SET SYSTEM menu and then press the

ENT key.

The SET DISPLAY menu on the right displays.
The highlighted settings will be the current settings.

2. Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2]) to

highlight ”1: MESSAGE” or ”2: STATUS”.

3. Highlight the target setting with the cursor keys ([◄] [►]) and press

the ENT key.

Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SET SYSTEM menu.

“1: MESSAGE”:

Sets whether messages displayed at the screen are displayed in English or Japanese.
The default is the message version selected at the system initializing process.
The English and Japanese display changes at the following messages.

 System error messages
 Indications relating to the LCD contrast
 Beeper volume
 Beeper & vibrator switching
 Battery voltage level screens

“2: STATUS”:

Sets whether to display or hide the system status displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Refer to “System Status Indication” on the following page for details of the system status indication.

 “ON”: The system status is displayed.
 “OFF”: The system status is hidden.

- Note - The system status indication can be turned ON or OFF using the OUT statement in use

programs. Refer to the “BHT-BASIC Programmer’s Manual.”

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 System Status Indication
Turning ON the system status indication displays the following icons at the bottom of the screen.

Indication Icon Description
Key Shift status

Displays when the keys on the keypad are in Shift mode.

Alphabet
entry mode

Communication link
with the CU-511

Radio link with
access point *

Displays when the BHT is set to alphabet entry mode.

(If the alphanumeric entry system has been selected in user programs,
pressing the SF key switches from the numeric entry mode to alphabet
entry mode.)

Displays when a communication link is established with the CU-511.
Flashes when the BHT tries to communicate with a CU-511 that has not

been linked with the BHT.
Displays cyclically when the BHT receives no response from the

CU-511, or when it is waiting for the link to be established with or
severed from the CU-511.

If synchronization with the access point is established during wireless
communication, the overall quality of communication with the access
point is displayed incrementally. These respective icons indicate how
good the communication environment is.

Displays when synchronization with the access point has not been
established, or when authentication fails.

* BHT-504BW only

[3] Setting the calendar clock

When resetting the date and time, refer to “Chapter 2 BHT Preparation” ­“2.4 Initial Setup.”
Select ”3: DATE/TIME” at the SET SYSTEM menu and press the ENT key
to display the

SET DATE/TIME menu screen on the right.

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[4] Setting the special barcode scanning parameters

Use the following procedure to set the barcode scanning conditions.

1. Select “4: BARCODE” at the SET SYSTEM menu and then press

the ENT key.

The SET BARCODE menu screen on the right displays.
The highlighted display and displayed values will be the current settings.

2. Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]

[7] [8]) to highlight the item to be set.

3. Change settings with the cursor keys ([◄] [►]) and press the ENT

key.

Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SET SYSTEM menu.

 “1: INVERT”: Black/white inverted label scanning function

Enable or disable black/white inverted label scanning.

“ON”: Enables black/white inverted label scanning.
“OFF”: Disables black/white inverted label scanning.

- Point - By enabling black/white inverted label scanning, it will also be possible to scan black/white

inverted labels, however, there is higher chance of barcodes being incorrectly scanned.
This should normally be set to “OFF” (black/white inverted label scanning disabled).

 “2: DECODE LEVEL”: Decode level

Set the decode level (barcode scanning tolerance level).
Press [

Decreasing the level increases the barcode reading efficiency, however, the BHT may incorrectly scan
low-quality (split or stained) barcodes.
On the other hand, increasing the level decreases the barcode reading efficiency, but will decrease the
possibility of incorrect scanning.

] to decrease the setting value and [ ] to increase the setting value.

Decode level entry range: 1 - 9 (Default: 4)

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 “3: ITF”: Minimum number of digits to be read for ITF
 “4: STF”: Minimum number of digits to be read for STF
 “5: CODABAR”: Minimum number of digits to be read for Codabar

Set minimum number of digits for the code to be scanned.
Press [

Setting a small number of digits increases the frequency of missing digits when scanning or incorrectly
scanning depending on how barcodes are scanned or the quality of barcodes. On the other hand, setting
a large number will decrease the possibility of such errors.

 “6: SCAN MODE”

It is possible to perform scanning in normal mode or point scan mode.

0: Normal mode

1: Point scan mode

 “7: MARKER”: Guide Marker

It is possible to select whether to illuminate the guide marker when the trigger switch is pressed.

0: ON (Illuminates the guide marker.)
1: OFF (Does not illuminate the guide marker.)

 “8: SENSOR OFF TIME”: Scanning area power OFF time

It is possible to set the time from when the trigger switch is turned OFF until the scanning area (sensor)
power is turned OFF.

] to decrease the setting value and [ ] to increase the setting value.

ITF entry range: 2 - 20 (Default: 4)
STF entry range: 1 - 20 (Default: 3)
Codabar entry range: 3 - 20 (Default: 4)

Barcodes that lie within the size of the field of view can be scanned.
Refer to “Chapter 8 Specifications” for details of the field of view size.

Only scan barcodes that lie on the guide marker line.
Scanning is not possible if there is no barcode on the guide marker.
Furthermore, in cases where the guide marker cannot be detected due to ambient light and so on,
scanning is performed at roughly the center of the field of view.

OFF time setting range: 0 – 30 seconds (Default: 0 seconds)

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[5] Setting the communication environment

The communication environment settings following system initialization are follows.
Do not change these settings unless necessary.

Interface port Optical (infrared interface port)
Communication protocol Ymodem protocol

Infrared interface port

Direct-connect interface port

Item Default

TRANSMIT SPEED Baud rate 115200 bps
PROTOCOL Protocol options SERIAL No.: ON (Adds serial numbers to data

blocks.

)
H. PARITY: ON (
LINKUP TIME: 30
FIELD SPACE: Ignore (

TRANSMIT SPEED Baud rate
PARITY BIT (Vertical parity) None
DATA BIT (Character len gth) 8 bits

STOP BIT (Stop bit length) 1 bit

115200 bps

Adds horizontal parity.)

seconds

Trim)

PROTOCOL (Protocol options) SERIAL No.: ON (Adds serial numbers to data

blocks.

)
H. PARITY: ON (
LINKUP TIME: 30
FIELD SPACE: Ignore (

Adds horizontal parity.)

seconds

Trim)

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Use the following procedure if necessary to change the communication environment settings.

1. Select “5: COMMUNICATION” at the SET SYSTEM menu and then

press the ENT key.

The SET COMMUNICATION menu screen on the right displays.

2. Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2] [3] [4]) to

highlight the item to be set and press the ENT key.

“1: OPTICAL”:

Changes the infrared communication parameters.

“2: CONNECTOR”:

Changes the connector communication parameters.

“3: COM PORT”:

Changes the communication port setting.

“4: PROTOCOL TYPE”:

Changes the communication protocol setting.

Refer to the following section for details of the above items.
Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SYSTEM MENU.

 “1: OPTICAL”: Infrared communication parameters

1. Select “1: OPTICAL” at the SET COMMUNICATION menu and then

press the ENT key.

The SET OPTICAL menu screen on the right displays.

2. Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2]) to

highlight ”1: PARAMETER” or ”2: PROTOCOL”, and then press the
ENT key.

Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SET SYSTEM menu.

“1: PARAMETER”: Setting the communication parameters

Select “1: PARAMETER” to display the screen shown on the right.

The highlighted setting will be the current setting.

“1: TRANSMIT SPEED”: Setting the transmission speed

To change the setting, use the highlight the transmission speed with the
cursor keys ([◄] [►]) and press the ENT key.
Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SET OPTICAL menu.

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“2: PROTOCOL”: Communication protocol options setting screen

Select “2: PROTOCOL” to display the screen shown on the right

The highlighted settings will be the current settings.

“1: SERIAL No.”:

“2: H.PARITY”:

“3: LINKUP TIME”:

“4: FIELD SPACE”:

To make changes, use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2] [3] [4]) to highlight the item to
be set, highlight the setting value using the cursor keys ([◄] [►]), and then press the ENT key.
Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SET OPTICAL menu.

Selects whether or not to add serial numbers to data blocks.

Selects whether or not to add horizontal parity.

Selects the timeout length (in seconds) to be applied when a link is to be
established.

Specifies handling for trailing spaces in fields.
To trim trailing spaces in fields, select “Ignore”, and to retain them as data, select “Data”.

- Point - Selecting the BHT-Ir or YMODEM protocol ignores the serial number and horizontal parity

settings.

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 “2: CONNECTOR”: Connector communication environment

settings

1. Select “2: CONNECTOR” at the SET COMMUNICATION menu and

then press the ENT key.

The SET CONNECTOR menu screen on the right displays.

2. Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2]) to

highlight ”1: PARAMETER” or ”2: PROTOCOL”, and then press the
ENT key.

Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SET COMMUNICATION menu.

“1: PARAMETER”: Setting the communication parameters

Select “1: PARAMETER” to display the screen shown on the right.
The highlighted settings will be the current settings.

“1: TRANSMIT SPEED”: Sets the transmission speed.
“2: PARITY BIT”: Sets the vertical parity: none, odd, or even.
“3: DATA BIT”: Sets the character length.
“4: STOP BIT”: Sets the stop bit length.

To make changes, use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2]
[3] [4]) to highlight the item to be set, highlight the setting value using the
cursor keys ([◄] [►]), and then press the ENT key.
Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SET CONNECTOR menu.

- Point -  Selecting the BHT-Ir protocol ignores the vertical parity, character length, and stop bit

length settings.

 Selecting YMODEM requires the vertical parity, character length, and stop bit length to be

set to N, 8 and 1, respectively.

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“2: PROTOCOL”: Communication protocol option menu

Select “2: PROTOCOL” to display the screen shown on the right.

The highlighted settings will be the current settings.

“1: SERIAL No.”:

“2: H.PARITY”:

Selects whether or not to add horizontal parity.

“3: LINKUP TIME”:

“4: FIELD SPACE”:

Specifies the handling for trailing spaces in fields.
To trim trailing spaces in fields, select “Ignore”, and to retain them as data, select “Data”.

To make changes, use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2] [3] [4]) to highlight the item to
be set, highlight the setting value using the cursor keys ([◄] [►]), and then press the ENT key.
Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SET CONNECTOR menu.

Selects whether or not to add serial numbers to data blocks.

Selects the timeout length (in seconds) to be applied when a link is to be
established.

- Point - Selecting the BHT-Ir or YMODEM protocol ignores the serial number and horizontal parity

settings.

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 “3: COM PORT”: Setting the interface port

1. Select “3: COM PORT” at the SET COMMUNICATION menu and

then press the ENT key.

The SET COM DEFAULT PORT menu screen on the right displays.
The highlighted settings will be the current settings.

“1: BASIC”

Selects the infrared communication (Optical) or connector
communication (Connector) interface port to be used for user programs
written in BHT-BASIC (OPEN “COM:”).

“Optical”: Uses infrared communication.
“Connector”: Uses connector communication.

“2: SYSTEM MODE”

Selects the infrared communication (Optical) or connector communication (Connector) interface port to
be used for downloading or uploading files in System Mode.

“Optical”: Uses infrared communication.
“Connector”: Uses connector communication.

To make changes, use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2]) to highlight the item to be set,
highlight the setting value using the cursor keys ([◄] [►]), and then press the ENT key.
Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SET COMMUNICATION menu.

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 “4: PROTOCOL TYPE”: Setting the communication protocol

type

1. Select “4: PROTOCOL TYPE” at the SET COMMUNICATION menu

and then press the ENT key.

The PROTOCOL TYPE menu screen on the right displays.
The highlighted setting will be the current setting.

“1: Ymodem”:

Selects Ymodem when uploading/downloading in System Mode or for
the execution of the XFILE statement in BHT-BASIC.

“2: BHT Protocol”:

Selects the BHT-protocol when uploading/downloading in System Mode
or for the execution of the XFILE statement in BHT-BASIC.

“3: BHT-Ir Protocol”:

Selects the BHT-Ir protocol when uploading/downloading in System Mode or for the execution of the
XFILE statement in BHT-BASIC.

To make changes, use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2] [3]) to highlight the setting item,
and then press the ENT key.
To use the BHT-BASIC 4.0 Transfer Utility, select Ymodem or BHT-Ir protocol.
Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SET COMMUNICATION menu.

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Select “1: Ymodem” at the PROTOCOL TYPE menu to display the screen
on the right.
The highlighted settings

“1: CR/LF”:

Specifies line delimiters.

“2: CR/LF CODE”:

Specifies handling for line delimiters in records when data files are
downloaded.

“Control code”:

Does not handle line-break codes as data.
(Handles as record delimiters.)

“Data”:

Handles line-break codes as data.

“3: BHT ID”:

Specifies whether or not to add the BHT ID number to packets when performing YMODEM transfer.
“None” should normally be selected. To add the BHT ID number to the transfer tool, select “Add”. (This
setting is not supported. Changing this setting has no result.)

“4: INTERVAL”:

Specifies the retry interval within a range of 1 to 255 in units of 100 ms.

To make changes, use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2] [3] [4]) to highlight the item to
be set, highlight the setting value using the cursor keys ([◄] [►]), and then press the ENT key.
For “4: INTERVAL”, press the ENT key to change to entry mode.
The cursor displays, allowing the previous setting to be deleted by pressing the BS/C key.
Enter a new setting values with the numerical keys and press the ENT key.

Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SET COMMUNICATION menu.

will be the current settings.

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