Hand Held Products SCANTEAM 2070 BASE, SCANTEAM 3470 CCD, SCANTEAM 5770 LASER User Manual
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conforms with the provisions noted within the 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive and the 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive.
For further information, please contact:
Welch Allyn Ltd.
1st Floor
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Warrington, Cheshire W A2 7LT
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Welch Allyn shall not be liable for use of our product with equipment
(i.e., power supplies, personal computers, etc.) that is not CE marked and
does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive.
C.S.A. Statement
This product must be used with a certified Class 2 power
supply or be powered by a certified SEL V (Safety Extra Low
Voltage) output.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
FCC Class B Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help.
Caution: Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not
expressly approved by Welch Allyn, Inc. may void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Note: To maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations, cables
connected to this device must be
wire(s) have been grounded (tied) to the connector shell.
Canadian Notice
This equipment does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions as
described in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
Le present appareil numerique n’emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant
les limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de la classe B prescrites dans
le Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le ministere des
Communications du Canada.
shielded
cables, in which the cable shield
CDRH Laser Safety Statement
This product complies with US DHHS 21 CFR J Part 1040.10. This product is a
CLASS II LASER PRODUCT with a maximum output of 1.0 mW at 670
nanometers and continuous wave.
EN 60825–1 Laser Safety Statement
This product is classified as a CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT with a maximum
output of 9.0 mW at 670 nanometers per EN 60825–1:1994, Issue 2, June 1997.
Cordless System Manual
Enlarged Views of Regulatory Labels
MAY 1999
SCANTEAM 5770
5770XX–X
SE1234567
SW REV X.X
Laser Scanner
Only:
Cordless Scanner
Right Side View
(without battery pack)
Cordless Scanner
Left Side View
with
Battery Pack
–B Models:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 1 Introduction & Installation
Section Page
Introduction 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting Started
Cordless System: Main Components 1–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About the Battery Pack 1–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charging Your Battery Pack 1–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting Up and Connecting the Cordless System 1–5. . . . . . . .
Connecting More Scanners to the System 1–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Beeper and LED Sequences and Meaning 1–8. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Basic Operation of the Cordless System 1–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Conditions 1–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Communication Between Cordless System and Host 1–13. . . .
Accessories for the Cordless System 1–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Section 2 Quick Start & Interface Menu
Section Page
Introduction 2–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Plug and Play Selections
Industrial Interface: IBM PC 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Industrial Interface, Aux Port: RS232 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IBM 468X/9X Ports 5B, 9B, and 17 Interface 2–3. . . . . . . . . . .
Industrial Interface, Aux Port: Wand Emulation 2–4. . . . . . . . . .
Terminal Interface Selections
Supported Terminals 2–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Country Code, Keyboard, & Delays Selections
Keyboard Country Selection 2–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keyboard Style Selections 2–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keyboard Style Modifiers 2–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Output Delays Selection 2–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wand Emulation Selections
Transmission Rate Selection 2–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Output Polarity Selection 2–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Section 2 Quick Start & Interface Menu (continued)
Section Page
Power Settings
Base Low Power Mode 2–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Conservation Mode 2–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Timeout Selections 2–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reset &Status Check Selections
Reset Factory Settings 2–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Status Check Selection 2–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Section 3 Communications Menu
Section Page
Introduction 3–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Host Port Communications
Baud Rate Selection 3–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parity Selection 3–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Word Length Data Bits Selection 3–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Word Length Stop Bits Selection 3–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Serial Wedge Output Selection 3–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hardware Flow Control Selection 3–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Host ACK Selection 3–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Escape Commands 3–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auxiliary Port Communications
Baud Rate Selection 3–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parity Selection 3–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Word Length Data Bits Selection 3–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Word Length Stop Bits Selection 3–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protocol Selection 3–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aux Port I.D. Transmit Selection 3–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IBM 4683 Async Address Selections 3–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hardware Flow Control Selection 3–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Data Character Selection 3–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aux Prefix / Suffix Selections
Aux Prefix Selection 3–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aux Suffix Selection 3–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aux Data Formatter Selections
Aux Data Formatter 3–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aux Data Formatter Example 3–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aux Format Editor 3–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Require Aux Data Format 3–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Alternate Aux Data Formats 3–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Section 4 Application Work Groups Menu
Section Page
Introduction 4–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Output Selections (User Feedback)
Application Work Group Selection 4–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remove Scanner Selection 4–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Beeper Volume Selection 4–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Beeper Pitch 4–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Decode Beep Selection 4–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scanner Voting Selection 4–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Laser Marker Beam 4–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AIM I.D. Prefix 4–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Code I.D. Prefix 4–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Prefix / Suffix Selections
Prefix/Suffix Description and Examples 4–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Prefix Selection 4–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suffix Selection 4–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Data Formatter Selections
Data Formatter Selections 4–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Format Editor Commands 4–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Data Formatter 4–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Require Data Format 4–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Show Data Formats 4–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Alternate Data Formats 4–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Section 5 Symbology Menu
Section Page
Introduction 5–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Industrial Symbology Selections
Codabar Selection 5–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Code 39 Selection 5–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Code 93 Selection 5–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interleaved 2 of 5 Selection 5–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Code 2 of 5 Selection 5–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Matrix 2 of 5 Selection 5–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Code 11 Selection 5–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Code 128 Selection 5–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Telepen Selection 5–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Retail Symbology Selections
EAN / JAN 8 / 13 Selection 5–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UPC A Selection 5–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UPC E0 Selection 5–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UPC E1 Selection 5–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EAN / UPC Addenda Selection 5–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Section 6 Supported Interface Keys
Section Page
Keyboard Function Relationships 6–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supported Interface Keys 6–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Section 7 Product Specifications and Pinouts
Section Page
Specifications
SCANTEAM 2070 Cordless Base Specifications 7–1. . . . . . . .
Radio Specifications 7–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SCANTEAM 3470 Cordless CCD Scanner Specifications 7–2
SCANTEAM 5770 Cordless Laser Scanner Specifications 7–3
Regulatory and Safety Agency Approvals 7–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Patents 7–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connectors & Pinouts
Auxiliary RS-232 / Wand Emulation Connector 7–6. . . . . . . . . .
Keyboard / Terminal and RS-232 (Host Port) Connector 7–7. .
External Power Connector 7–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dimensions
Cordless Base Dimensions 7–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cordless Scanner Dimensions 7–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scan Maps
Typical Performance at 205for SCANTEAM 3470LR 7–10. . .
Typical Performance at 205 for SCANTEAM 3470HD 7–10. . .
Typical Performance at 205 for SCANTEAM 5770STD 7–11. .
Typical Performance at 205 for SCANTEAM 5770HD 7–11. . .
Typical Performance at 205 for SCANTEAM 5770LR 7–12. . .
Typical Performance at 205 for SCANTEAM 5770HV 7–13. . .
Section 8 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Section Page
Maintenance 8–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting 8–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Section 9 Customer Support
Section Page
Obtaining Factory Service 9–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical Support 9–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Limited Warranty 9–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Limited Warranty Durations 9–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Default Charts
Programming Chart (inside back cover)
Sample Bar Codes (back cover)
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Section 1 Introduction & Installation
Introduction
The Cordless Scanning System consists of the SCANTEAM 2070 Base unit
and at least one SCANTEAM 3470 Cordless CCD or SCANTEAM 5770
Cordless Laser Scanner. Up to nine scanners may be associated with one
base. Each cordless scanner has a removable, rechargeable battery pack and
provides real time decoding within a 50 foot (15.24 meter) radius of the base
unit.
The Cordless System is an economical, durable solution for a wide variety of
portable data collection applications. The Cordless System features:
• a tough, ergonomic thermoplastic housing for comfort and durability .
• recognition and decoding of the most popular, industry-standard bar
code symbologies.
• scanner coverage of up to 7854 square feet (730 square meters) in open
air environments.
• a wide range of interfaces that are compatible with many POS, keyboard
wedge, and RS-232 terminals.
• visible and audible feedback for confirmation of a successful decode.
• a rechargeable battery designed to operate through a whole work day .
This System Manual contains information to help you set up, operate, and
program the Cordless System. Product specifications, connector pinouts, scan
maps, a troubleshooting guide, and customer information are also provided.
The Cordless System can be programmed for many communications
parameters and input/output protocols compatible to the host, as well as
advanced data editing and formatting. Programming is accomplished by using
the single programming bar codes in this manual (Sections 2 through 4).
This section contains the following “Getting Started” information:
• Cordless System Main Components
• Battery Pack and Charging Information
• Cordless System Set Up and Connection
• Beeper and LED Sequences and Meaning
• Basic Operation of the Cordless System
• Communication Between the Cordless System and the Host
• Accessories for the Cordless System
A 50 foot radius is obtained under optimal, “open air” conditions. Signals between the
base and its scanners need a clear path to communicate, free from RF interference.
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Cordless System: Main Components
Scan
Window
Trigger
Battery
Pack
Indicator
LEDs
Cordless Scanner
Left Side View
(with battery pack)
Battery
Pack Clip
(2 Places)
Cordless Base
Back View
Aux RS-232, Service Port,
and Wand Emulation
Output Connector
1–2
Keyboard/Terminal
and RS-232 Connector
(Host Port)
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Antenna
External Power
Connector
About the Battery Pack
Power is supplied to the Cordless Scanner by a rechargeable
battery pack that snaps onto the bottom of the scanner. Each
scanner is shipped with a battery pack.
Specifications, page 7–4, for technical specifications.)
Order backup battery pack(s) or replacement
batteries from your distributor.
North American Charging Information
The battery pack is designed to plug into any two prong North American AC
power outlet (1 10/120 Volt) for direct charging. You need no additional
equipment and you can recharge the pack virtually anywhere.
Worldwide Charging Information
Since the battery pack is rated for both 1 10/120 volt 60 Hz and 230/240 volt 50
Hz applications, it may be charged worldwide. To accommodate the wide
variety of electrical outlets internationally , a custom charge strip is required to
charge the batteries.
WARNING: When the charge strip is used in 240V applications, only use battery
34/5770/NIMH/S. Do not attempt to charge battery part numbers:
34/5770/NICAD, 34/5770/NIMH, 34/5770/NIMH/F, or 34/5770/NICAD/F.
Battery Pack Recommendations
• Batteries are shipped uncharged and need to be fully charged and
discharged two or more times to be fully conditioned.
• Charge the battery for 24 hours for at least the first two times to fully
condition the battery.
• Charge the battery pack immediately before use or at least within a
couple of days of use.
• Remove the battery pack from the power outlet or charge strip within 24
hours after charging is completed. Avoid extended overcharging; do not
leave the battery charging for more than two days.
• Fully discharge the battery pack on a periodic basis by leaving the battery
pack attached to the scanner overnight. (Make sure all idle modes are
disabled for this procedure.)
• Avoid using the battery pack in extreme temperatures.
• Do not disassemble the battery pack. There are no user-serviceable
parts in the battery pack.
(See Battery
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Char
Proper Disposal of the Battery Pack
When the battery pack has reached the end of its useful life,
the batteries should be disposed of by a qualified recycler or
hazardous materials handler. Do not incinerate the battery
pack or dispose of the battery pack with general waste
materials. Contact the Product Service Department (see
page 9–1) for recycling or disposal information.
ging Your Battery Pack
Charge the Battery Pack by following the steps shown below:
➊ Fully charge the battery (see page
1–3). Plug the battery pack directly
into any common 120 Volt AC outlet
in North America. If outside North
America, use the custom charge
strip.
Cordless
Scanner
➋ The LED on the bottom of the battery pack lights
red when the unit is charging; it shows green
when it is fully charged and ready to use.
Note: It is important that you charge the battery for
24 hours prior to the first use. No damage
occurs if this is not done, but the battery
capacity will not be 100%.
Recharge Time
4 hours at any voltage at 20C (68F).
:
Rechargeable
Battery Pack
➌ After the battery pack is fully charged, attach it to the Cordless Scanner by
pressing the pack firmly (align the prongs on the pack with the mating
receptacles) in the base of the scanner until the release buttons click, holding
the pack firmly in place.
Cordless Scanner, you will hear a single beep.)
(When you attach a charged battery pack to the
➍ If you haven’t set up your Cordless System, turn to the next page for
instructions.
When the battery pack needs recharging, the yellow LED on top of the scanner
pulses in short, continuous blinks and the scanner won’t beep when you pull
the trigger. If the LED stops flashing when the temperature lowers or you do
not use the battery pack for some time, you still need to charge the battery
pack to avoid damaging the battery pack or causing scanner memory loss.
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Setting Up and Connecting the Cordless System
Install the base and Cordless Scanner by following the steps shown below:
Important: Make sure the Cordless Scanner’s battery pack has been fully
charged. See page 1–4 for charging instructions.
➊ Turn off the power to the host system.
➋ Connect the interface cable to the base and to the terminal/computer (steps
1–3, shown in the illustration below). Depending on your application, the
interface cable you need may be different than the one shown below .
Keyboard Wedge Interface
Example
Terminal
(host system)
3
Cordless
Base
1
Disconnect
2
(Cable, Keyboard, and Terminal may vary.)
Note: For optimal coverage, place the base and its antenna as far away from
other sources of RF interference, with a clear transmitting path to the scanner(s).
The base can be mounted on a wall or a ceiling. Try to place the base so that
the antenna is in a vertical (straight up and down) position whenever possible.
An extra Base Association Bar Code is provided in case the base is mounted
where the label might be difficult to scan (step 4 on the next page describes the
Association process).
In an RS-232 configuration (see the illustration on the next page), connect your
interface cable between the base unit (step 1 in the illustration) and the host
system (2). You also need to use an external power supply (3). Contact your
distributor for more information on ordering power supplies or RS-232 cables,
including a “Y” extension power cable to mount the base for best RF coverage.
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Setting Up and Connecting the Cordless System, continued
RS-232 Interface Example
2
Cordless
Base
1
3
Power
Supply
Terminal
(host system)
(Cable, Keyboard, and Terminal may vary.)
➌ Turn on the power to the host system. Verify that the base is on; the green
LED on top of the unit should blink. (The base does not have a beeper.)
➍ Using the Cordless Scanner, scan the Association Bar Code (the bar code
label on the top of the base) to link that scanner to the base (see the
illustration shown below).
Cordless CCD or
Laser Scanner
Association
Bar Code
Cordless
Base
Two quick beeps followed by clicking, then a single beep. This indicates a “good”
association. The scanner is in communication with the base.
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Setting Up and Connecting the Cordless System, continued
Note: After association, if the battery pack is removed from the scanner and
replaced, the scanner automatically reassociates to the base if the base has
remained powered up. In this case, the scanner beeps when a charged battery
pack is installed, then beeps a second time after full association, about five to ten
seconds later.
After your Cordless Scanner has been associated with its base unit:
➎ Program your Cordless System to work with your terminal or computer by
scanning the Terminal Setup Codes. Use the Supported Terminal list
(Pages 2–5 to 2–6) to scan your terminal’s Terminal ID.
With Plug and Play programming, you scan
Cordless System to work with a designated interface, including any required
prefixes and suffixes.
only
one bar code to program the
➏ To determine if your Cordless System is set up correctly, scan one of the
sample bar codes on the back cover of this manual.
Connecting More Scanners to the System
Up to nine Cordless Scanners may be associated with one base unit . Add more
Cordless Scanners to a base unit by following the steps shown below:
➊ Make sure the Cordless Scanner’s battery pack has been fully charged.
➋ Scan the Association Bar Code (the bar code label on the top of the base)
to link each scanner to the base.
The base stores a unique I.D. for each scanner (up to nine) to identify the scanner
during data communication. Two beeps followed by clicking, then a single beep
from the scanner indicates a “good” association. The base rejects a tenth
Cordless Scanner trying to link to its network, sending the scanner an error
command. (A rejected scanner beeps three times, indicating an unsuccessful
association.)
Note: When you associate more scanners with the base, you don’t have to
program your Cordless System to communicate with your terminal or computer
if you’ve already completed step 5, above.
within a 50 foot (15.24 meter) radius of the base, in an open air environment
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Beeper and LED Sequences and Meaning
on
on
on
The base contains a green LED that indicates the status of the unit and verification
of its communication with the host system. The Cordless Scanner contains a
beeper and two LEDs on the top of the unit (green and yellow) to indicate its power
up, communication, and battery pack status. The tables below list the indication
and meaning of the beeps and LED illumination for the base and Cordless
Scanner.
Base LED Indicati
Sequence Meaning
LED on continuously Power on, system idle
LED blinks, long duration Power on, diagnostic error
LED blinks, short duration Receiving data from scanner, host, or aux port
LED blinks, four long pulses Communication error detected
Scanner LED Indicati
Sequence Meaning
Green LED on Trigger pulled, out of range
Green LED on, 2 seconds Successful decode and communication
Green LED blinks, Successful decode with unsuccessful
2 seconds communication, or unsuccessful clear to scanner
Green LED on, 5 seconds Enter/exit programming mode, successful
Green LED blinks, Unsuccessful parameter change in programming
5 seconds mode
Yellow LED on Scanning, trigger pulled (in or out of range)
Yellow LED blinks Low battery (trigger pulled)
parameter change in programming mode
Scanner Beep Indicati
Sequence Meaning
No beep No scanning, scanning, or low battery (trigger pulled)
1 beep Successful decode and communication
Clicking, then
1 beep Successful reassociation
Clicking only Unsuccessful reassociation
2 beeps, clicks,
then1 beep Successful association to base
3 beeps – Unsuccessful association to base (10th scanner), out of
same tone range, or no network
3 beeps – Enter/exit programming mode or successful association
2 high and to base. Successful or unsuccessful parameter change
1 low tone in programming mode.
4 beeps – Communication error: successful decode with possible
low, high, unsuccessful communication to base. Check host to
low, high tones determine if data arrived properly .
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Basic Operation of the Cordless System
The following system block diagrams (on this and the following page) illustrate
the basic operating components of the Cordless System.
Cordless Base
The Cordless Base provides the link between the Cordless Scanner and the host
system. The base contains a control/interface assembly and an RF
communication module. The RF communication module performs the data
exchange between the Cordless Scanner and the control/interface assembly.
The control assembly coordinates the central interface activities including:
transmitting/receiving commands and data to/from the host system, performing
software activities (parameter menuing, visual indicator support, power-on
diagnostics), and data translation required for the host system.
Cordless Base
Control/Interface Assembly
RF Module
international
(Base Circuit Board)
Control
User I/O
Host I/O
Base Housing
Menu I/O
Multipoint
Antenna
LED
I/O Ports
RF Host
Power Aux
RF (Radio Frequency) Module Operation
The Cordless System uses a state of the art radio to transmit and receive data
between the scanner and the base. Designed for point-to-point and multipoint
to single point applications, the radio transmits data at a rate of 1 megabit per
second (MBPS) in a half duplex (2 way) communications mode. The radio
operates using a license free, low power, 2.4 GHz spread spectrum (frequency
hopping) technique. This transmission technique, which sends relatively small
data packets at a fast data rate over a radio signal with randomly changing
frequencies, makes the Cordless System highly responsive to a wide variety of
data collection applications and resistant to noisy RF environments.
The RF radio used in the Cordless System has been tested and approved as
complying with the two leading standards-setting organizations that serve as
regulatory models for compliance in most countries. In North America, the radio
is approved under the standards in FCC B Part 15.249 regulations and, in
Europe, under the standards in ETS 300 328 regulations.
(See page 7–5 for a
chart of regulatory and safety agency approvals.)
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Cordless Scanner
The Cordless Scanner enables bar code scanning with non-contact CCD or
Laser input devices, real time decoding, and host connectivity within a 50 foot
(15.24 meter) radius of the base unit. It provides the initial bar code data
acquisition function and communicates to the base. The scanner is comprised
of a CCD or laser scan engine, a decode/control assembly, and an RF
communication module.
The scan engine performs the bar code image illumination and detection. The
decode/control assembly coordinates the central communication activities
including: capturing and decoding the bar code image data, performing software
activities (parameter menuing, visual indicator support, low battery indication),
and data translation required for the host system. The RF communication
module performs the data exchange between the scanner and the base.
Cordless Scanner
Scanner Assembly
Engine
Assembly
Scan
Engine
(CCD or Laser)
HHLC I/O
Decode/Control Assembly
(Handle Board)
Engine Port
Control
Trig/Decode
Menu I/O
Power Mgmt
Trigger
Handle
Housing
Beeper
Antenna
Engine Hsg
Window/Lt Pipe
Battery Pack
(1.2 mAh)
A 50 foot (minimum) radius is maintained in most environments. For optimal
performance, signals between the base and its scanners need a clear path to
communicate, free from RF interference.
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Beeper Port
RF Port
Download Port
Battery Port
System Conditions
The components of the Cordless System interact in specific ways as you
associate one or more scanners to a base, as you move a scanner out of range,
bring a scanner back in range, replace a scanner battery pack, or swap scanners
between two Cordless Systems. The following information explains the
Cordless System operating conditions.
Association Process
After you scan the association label, the base synchronizes radio parameters
and the work group parameter table in the scanner. The work group table is
uploaded during the clicking sequence. Two beeps, clicking, then a single beep
indicates the process is complete. The base blinks while it is sending the table
to the scanner. Until the table is uploaded, scanning and data transmission is
interrupted. If the base is off or not working properly , the scanner emits an error
(triple) beep after trying for 30 seconds to associate to the base.
The work group table is also uploaded any time the base believes a previously
associated scanner wishes to join the network. A scanner always tries to join the
last base it was associated to, even if the scanner has been without power for
several days. The base allows a scanner to associate as long as there are fewer
than nine scanners actively associated to the base.
Scanner is Out of Range
The Cordless Scanner is always in communication with its base, even when it
is not transmitting bar code data. Whenever the scanner can’t communicate with
the base for a three second interval, it is out of range. If the trigger is pulled while
the scanner is out of range, the green and yellow LEDs illuminate. When you
scan a bar code, the scanner issues 3 beeps and does not try to send data to the
base.
Note: While the scanner is out of range, it consumes more power searching for
the base continuously. To conserve battery power, store the scanner with the
battery pack removed, or program it for Battery Conservation mode (see page
2–12).
Scanner is Moved Back Into Range
The scanner silently rejoins (no beep after connecting and synchronizing with the
base) if the scanner has not been reset (battery pack disconnected and
reconnected), no menu codes have been scanned by other scanners in the work
group, or the base has not been reset (see Base Reset Conditions, next page).
Any one of these three conditions can cause the scanner to go through a
reassociation process (definition on the next page) when it is moved back in
range. If the scanner reassociates, you will hear a single beep when the
reassociation process (uploading of the parameter table) is complete.
If you believe you are in range and are still hearing a triple (error) beep, you may
have been removed from off the base’s network. Try scanning the association
label or reset scanner by removing and reinserting the battery .
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Replacing Battery Pack While Associated
When you insert the battery pack, the scanner beeps, followed by clicking.
During this period the work group parameter table is uploaded to the scanner
from the base. Scanning and data transmission is interrupted. When the
scanner emits a second beep, you may scan again. If you don’t receive a second
beep, the table was not transferred successfully either because the scanner was
out of range or all of the data was not received. Scan the association label again.
Moving Scanners From One Base to Another
You may transfer a scanner between base networks by scanning a new base
association label. Scanners can only be associated to one base at a time. Once
a scanner has been associated to a base, it tries to stay associated to that base
until a new base association label has been scanned. The new base adds a
scanner to its association list as long as fewer than nine scanners are in its
network. If a base has nine scanners in its network, you need to disassociate
one scanner before adding another (see next section).
Swapping Scanners Between Two Systems with Nine Scanners on Each
You may use the Remove Scanner Selection (page 4–3) to disassociate any
scanner and then add a new scanner by scanning the association label with the
new scanner. If you cannot scan the disassociation label because the scanner
you are trying to disassociate was damaged, remove power from that scanner
and it automatically disassociates in approximately three seconds.
Glossary
Base Reset Conditions
The base resets when base power is lost or when a diagnostic problem is
sensed. In either case, the scanners automatically reassociate, if they are within
range.
Reassociation
The process of uploading the work group parameter table from the base is called
“reassociation.” During reassociation, the scanner clicks, then beeps once.
Reassociation is done automatically , without having to scan an association label.
Association List
The base keeps an association list of up to nine entries. This list maintains the
associated scanners’ radio serial numbers and dynamic addresses. New
dynamic addresses are assigned to the scanners each time a Base Reset
occurs. This helps the Cordless System track the status of the different scanners
in its network during the association and reassociation process.
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Communication Between the Cordless System and the Host
The Cordless Scanner provides immediate feedback in the form of a “good read”
indication (a green LED on the scanner and an audible beep) after a bar code
is scanned correctly and the base has acknowledged receiving the data. The
Cordless System also provides two way communication between the Scanner
and the base or host system.
When data is scanned, the data is sent to the host system via the base unit.
Confirmation from the host system or the base indicates that the data sent was
received by the host. The Cordless Scanner recognizes two forms of host
confirmation: data acknowledgement (ACK) from the base unit or an “ACK” from
the host system. If it can’t be determined that the data has been properly sent
to the host system, the scanner issues 4 beeps (low, high, low , high tones). You
must then check to see if the scanned data was received by the host system.
Acknowledgement from the Base
If the Cordless System is configured for a keyboard wedge host interface, a
signal (ACK) is sent from the base confirming that the data was received and is
being sent on to the host system. (Since keyboard wedge interfaces cannot
provide bi-directional communications, they do not permit host confirmation.)
1) Good Read
2) ACK
from
Base
3)
*
* Base sends data to Host after ACK is sent to Scanner
Acknowledgement from the Host System
Host system confirmation may be implemented with a bi-directional interface like
Host RS-232. In this configuration, when the base unit receives the scanned
data from the scanner and forwards it to the host, the Cordless System waits for
a signal from the host that it received the data. (For information on enabling this
feature and using Host Escape commands, see Host Ack Selection, page 3–5).
1) Good Read
2) Data
4) ACK
from
Host
(via base)
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3) ACK
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Accessories for the Cordless System
Several accessories are available for the Cordless System. Contact your
distributor for more information or to order accessories.
Battery Packs
The battery pack for the cordless scanner is a rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride
(NiMH) pack that, when fully charged, provides up to 18,000 scans or 28 hours
of continuous use. The unique design of the battery allows the battery pack to
be directly charged in a two prong 120 volt wall outlet commonly used in North
America.
For other parts of the world with different voltages and frequencies, the universal
charge strip is needed. While the battery pack may be charged directly with 240
volts, the universal charge strips provide the method to physically adapt to the
various power plug and socket configurations.
Each scanner is shipped with one battery pack. Order back up batteries or
replacement batteries separately.
Charge Strips
To charge more than one battery pack at one time, charge strips are available.
The charge strips are offered in two or six outlet configurations and may be
conveniently wall mounted or placed on flat surfaces. The charge strip uses a
standard PC (IEC 320) grounded power cord between the charge strip and the
electrical AC outlet.
Note: International versions of the power cords are provided by Welch
Allyn’s country partners or may be purchased from your local PC supplier.
Welch Allyn does not supply these power cords.
Belt Holster
The belt holster holds the Cordless Scanner when not in use. The belt holster
consists of a foam covered wire frame clasped to an adjustable nylon web belt
designed to be worn around the waist.
Wall Mount Kit (Standard)
The standard wall mount holder stores the Cordless Scanner on a vertical
surface for convenient access. The scanner easily slides between two
rubberized fingers that hold the scanner when it is not in use.
Wall Mount Kit (Industrial)
Similar to the standard wall mount holder, the rubberized fingers on the industrial
wall mount holder are smaller to maintain a firm grasp on the scanner under
jolting and jarring conditions, such as those expected in fork lift applications.
Head Cover
The head cover features a “D” ring to attach to a tool balancer to suspend the
scanner rather than putting it down.
Base Wall Mount Bracket
For applications where ST2070 base needs to be firmly mounted to a wall. The
bracket slides into the molded feature on the back side of the base.
Visual Menu
Visual Menu is a software configuration tool that provides the ability to configure
the Cordless System by connecting the base unit to the COM port of a PC. Visual
Menu allows you to download firmware upgrades, change programmed
parameters, and create and print programming bar codes.
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Section 2 Quick Start & Interface Menu
Introduction
Use this section to program the Cordless System to work with your terminal or
computer (host system).
This programming section contains the following menu selections:
• Plug and Play
• Terminal Interface
• Country Code
• Keyboard
• Output Delays
• Wand Emulation
• Power Settings
• Reset Factory Settings and Status Check
All operating parameters are stored in non-volatile memory resident in the
Cordless System, where they are permanently retained in the event of a power
interruption. When you receive your Cordless System, certain operating
parameters have already been set. These are the factory defaults, indicated by
the symbol “✱” on the programming pages (beneath the default programming bar
code). Default Charts that list all the factory settings may be found near the end
of this System Manual.
A Programming Chart (found on the inside back cover of this manual) contains
alphanumeric bar codes for setting additional programming options, such as the
digits representing Symbology Message Length. The chart explains how and
when to use the alphanumeric bar codes.
Note: After scanning the following menu selections, there will be a pause (up
to 20 seconds) while the Base unit processes and uploads the new menuing
information to its parameter tables:
Plug and Play Selections (on the next two pages)
Factory Default Settings: ALL Application Groups (last page, Section 2)
Application Work Group Selections (Section 4)
A Sample Bar Codes page (located on the back cover of this manual) provides
bar code symbols you may scan to verify that your Cordless System has been
programmed correctly and is communicating with your host system.
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Industrial Inter face: IBM PC
IBM PC AT and Compatibles Interface
(also PS/2 30-286, 50, 55SX, 60, 70, 70-061, 70-121, 80)
(Factory Default)
The bar code above also programs a carriage return (CR) suffix.
Industrial Interface, Aux Port: RS-232
RS-232 Interface
The bar code above also programs the following parameters:
Programmable Option Setting
Baud Rate 38,400 bits per second
Parity None
Data Format 8 data bits, 1 stop bit
Prefix None
Suffix Carriage Return (CR)
Note: Plug and Play menu codes will default all settings before programming
the interface.
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IBM 468X/9X Ports 5B, 9B, and 17 Interface
Scan one of the following “Plug and Play” codes to program the interface for
IBM 4683 Port 5B, 9B, or 17.
Note:When using any of the IBM 4683 interfaces, the maximum allowable
data rate into the base aux port is 9600 baud.
IBM 468X/9X Port 5B Interface
IBM 468X/9X Port 9B
HHBCR-1 Interface
IBM 468X/9X Port 9B
HHBCR-2 Interface
IBM 468X/9X Port 17 Interface
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Industrial Interface, Aux Port: Wand Emulation
Black High
Wand Emulation (Code 39 Format) Interface
Wand Emulation (Same Code Format) Interface
These bar codes also program the following parameters:
Programmable Option Setting
Transmission Rate 25 inches per second
Output Polarity Black High
Industrial Interface, Aux Port: Wand Emulation
White High
Wand Emulation (Code 39 Format) Interface
Wand Emulation (Same Code Format) Interface
These bar codes also program the following parameters:
Programmable Option Setting
Transmission Rate 25 inches per second
Output Polarity White High
Supports Code 39, UPC, EAN, Code 128, Interleaved 2 of 5, and Codabar.
All other codes output as Code 39.
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If your terminal is not one of the Plug and Play options, you must program one
of the terminals listed below. To program the terminal interface, scan the
Program T erminal Interface bar code below , then scan the appropriate Terminal
I.D. code and Save from the Programming Chart on the inside back cover of this
manual.
Program Terminal Interface
(Factory Default = ID 003)
Supported T erminals
Terminal Model(s) Terminal I.D.
Bull BDS–7 Honeywell (HDS–7) 035
DEC PC433 SE (Portable PC) 003
DEC VT–220, 320, 330, 340, 420 004
DELL Latitude (Portable PC) 003
DTK 486 SLC (Portable PC) 003
Fujitsu Stylistic (Portable PC) 003
IBM PC XT 001
IBM PS/2 25, 30, 77DX2 002
IBM AT, PS/2 30–286, 50, 55SX, 60, 70, 003
70–061, 70–121, 80
IBM AT Compatibles Keyboard Emulation 003
(Non-wedge)
IBM Thinkpad 365, 755 CV (Portable PC) 003
IBM 102 Key 3151, 3161, 3162, 3163, 3179, 3191, 006
3192, 3194, 3196, 3197, 3471, 3472,
3476, 3477, 3482, 3486, 3488
IBM 122 Key 3179–1, 3191, 3192, 3471, 3472, 3194 007
IBM 122 Key 3196, 3197, 3476, 3477, 3482, 3486, 008
3488
Lee Data IIS 007
Link ANSI MC–3+, MC–5 015
Link ASCII MC–3+, MC–5 014
Link Enhanced PC MC–3+, MC–5 018
Midwest Micro Elite TS 30 PS (Portable PC) 003
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Supported T erminals
(Factory Default = ID 003)
Terminal Model(s) Terminal I.D.
Mitak 4022 (Portable PC) 003 [
Olivetti M19, M24, M28, M200 001
Olivetti M240, M250, M290, M380, P500 003
Relisys TR 175 003
RS-232 Host Port 050
RS-232 Aux Port 000
Serial Wedge 050
Televideo 990, 995, 9060 002
Texas Instruments Extensa 560CD (Portable PC) 003 [
Toshiba 2600 (Portable PC) 003 [
Toshiba Satelite T1960, T2130, CS (Portable PC) 003 [
Wand Emulation Code 39 output (via Aux Port) ]
Wand Emulation Same Code output (via Aux Port) ]
WYSE WY–30 013
WYSE WY–85/185 016
WYSE ANSI WY 60, 120, 150, 160, 325, 370, 99GT 015
WYSE ASCII WY 60, 120, 150, 160, 325, 370, 99GT 014
WYSE Enhanced PC WY 60, 120, 150, 160 018
Zenith Z–note (Portable PC) 003 [
[
Emulate External Keyboard and Automatic Direct Connect Mode may also
need to be turned on (see pages 2–8 and 2–9).
]
Use Plug and Play Selections on page 2–4.
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