KEYENCE BL-N90 User Manual
96M11830
Wireless
Hand-held Barcode Reader
BL-N90 Series
User's Manual
Read this manual before using the system in order
to achieve maximum performance.
Keep this manual in a safe place after reading it so
that it can be used at any time.
Introduction
This manual contains information about procedures for handling, operations, warnings, and
precautions about the "Wireless Hand-held Barcode Reader BL-N90 Series".
Be sure to read this section thoroughly before use. Keep this manual in a safe place for future
reference.
z Symbols
The following symbols and conventions alert you to important messages.
Be sure to read these messages carefully.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Note
Indicates reference pages in this or another manual.
Failure to follow these instructions may lead to death or serious injury.
Failure to follow instructions may lead to physical injury, such as electric shock
or burns.
Failure to follow instructions may lead to product damage.
Provides additional information on proper operations that can be easily mistaken.
z General Cautions
• At startup and during operation, be sure to monitor the functions and performance of the
BL-N90 Series.
• We recommend that you take substantial safety measures to avoid any damage in the
event of a problem occurring.
• Do not modify the BL-N90 Series, or use it in any way other than described in the
specifications.
• When the BL-N90 Series is used in combination with other devices, functions and
performance may be degraded, depending on the operating conditions and
surrounding environment.
• Do not use the BL-N90 Series for the purpose of protecting the human body.
z Applications that Need Special Attention
When using the BL-N90 Series under the following conditions, be sure to use the BL-N90
Series under the specified rating or within the provided functions, or take sufficient safety
precautions such as providing a failsafe, and consult with KEYENCE sales staff.
• Under the conditions or environment not described in this manual
• For atomic controls, railway facilities, aviation facilities, vehicles, combustion devices,
medical equipment, amusement machines, or safety equipment
• For the applications that may affect human life or properties and particularly require
safety
Laser Safety Precautions
Model BL-N90
Wavelength 650 nm
Maximum output 350 μW
Laser Class
* The classification is implemented based on IEC60825-1 following the requirements of
Laser Notice No.50 of FDA (CDRH).
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
•
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
• Do not look directly at laser light or reflected laser light from a mirrored
surface. Otherwise, e ye injury ma y result. Laser ligh t will not cause damage if
it strikes exposed skin, but laser light should not deliberately be aimed
towards a human body.
• Do not disassemble the BL-N90 Series. The BL-N90 Series does not
automatically stop emitting the laser when the reader is disassembled.
CAUTION
Therefore, if someone disassemb les the reader, he/she may be exposed to
the laser beam and may suffer eye injury.
• Be sure to stop the laser emission before cleaning the portion of the laser
scanner where laser light is generated and received (transmitter/receiver).
Otherwise, exposure to the laser may cause eye injury.
• Be careful of the path of the laser beam.
Be especially careful of reflected laser light from a mirrored surface.
Do not use the BL-N90 Series where the path of the laser beam is at the
same height as that of the human eye.
Class1 Laser Product (IEC60825-1)
Class Laser Product (FDA (CDRH) Part1040.10)
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Precautions on Using the Built-in Rechargeable Battery
BL-N90 has a built-in lithium ion rechargeable battery. Pay attention to the following
precautions and use the reader correctly.
When disposing of the reader, following the disposal procedures prescribed by the local
government.
If the battery has not completed charging even after the prescribed charging
•
time has passed, stop attempting to charge the battery. Otherwise, heat
generation, explosion, or fire may occur from built-in rechargeable battery.
• Immediately remove the built-in rechargeable battery from nearby flames if
DANGER
WARNING
leaks or strange smells are foun d. Leakin g battery electrolytes a re flammable
and may cause explosion or fire.
• If the built-in recharg eable battery is placed into a fire, it may explode and
cause a severe accident. Do not place the rechargeable battery in a fire.
• If the built-in rechargeab le battery is placed in water , it ma y cause an accident
due to chemical reactions. Do not place the rechargeable batter in water.
•
If liquid leaking from the built-in rechargeable batt ery comes into contact with
the eyes, refrain from rubbin g the e yes . Immediately fl ush the e yes wi th water
and seek medical treatment. F ailure to treat the problem may lea d to eye
damage.
• If liquid leaking from the buil t-in rechargeable batter comes into contact with
skin, immediately wash the area with water. Failure to do so may cause a
rash.
•
Do not store or use the BL-N90 Series in locations that reach high
temperatures, such as within a high-temperature vehicle or outside in direct
sunlight. This may lead to heat or fire from the built-in rechargeable battery,
as well as a reduction in battery life or performance.
CAUTION
• Use and charge the built-in rechargeable battery in conditions where the
temperature is 0 to +40°C. Using or charging the built-in rechargeable batter
in higher temperatures may lead to heat or fire from the battery, as well as a
reduction in battery life or performance.
• Do not use a device other than the dedicat ed charger to charge the battery.
Otherwise, it may cause malfunctions.
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Handling the BL-N90
When recharging the BL-N90 with BL-N9R, BL-N9UB, or B L-N9V, make sure
•
to check whether foreign materials have entered the charging terminal. The
presence of foreign materials may generate high heat or ignition, which may
cause fires.
• Check whether dust co v ers the po we r plug of the A C adapt er that connects to
WARNING
CAUTION
BL-N9R, BL-N9UB, or BL-N9V, and clean it regularly. The re is a danger that a
fire will start due to tracking. Also, remove the plug from the electrical outlet
when not using the BL-N90 Series for a long period of time.
• Always use the included AC adapter with BL-N9R, BL-N9UB, or BL-N9V.
Using another AC adapter may cause fire, electrical shock, or damage to the
equipment.
•
Do not modify or disassemble the BL-N90 Ser i es. Doin g so may cause damage.
• The BL-N90 Series is a precision instrument. Dropping it or applying strong
shock may cause damage to the instrument. Take appropriate precautions
when transporting the BL-N90 Series.
• Do not place the BL-N90 Series in locations with large amounts of moistu re or
dust. Also, do not leave small metallic objects, such as paperclips, near the
instrument. Doing so may cause fire or damage.
• Do not use the BL-N90 Series in the following locations. Usage in these
locations may cause damage or malfunctions.
– Locations where the ambient temperature exceeds the rated range.
– Locations where the ambient humidity exceeds the rated range.
– Locations exposed to direct sunlight.
– Locations where temperatures may increase grea tly, such as within a
vehicle with the windows closed.
– Locations where sharp temperature changes may cause condensation.
– Locations with corrosive or flammable gases.
– Locations with a large amount of dust, salt, iron, or greasy fumes .
– Locations that are directly affected by vibrations or shock.
– Locations where the unit may be splashed by water, oil, or chemicals .
– Locations with strong magnetic or electrical fields.
z Notes about the default number of digits for reading
The number of digits of barcode for reading is set to three digits or more by default to
prevent misreading.
How to count the digits varies depending on the barcode type, but the minimum number
of digits for reading by default is as follows.
Barcode type Example of barcode with three digits or more
CODE39 *123*
Codabar (NW-7) A1A
ITF 1234
CODE128 123
If you read a barcode with less than three digits, change the setting with the Limit read
digits function.
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Wireless Communication
2.4 FH 1
The BL-N90 Series contains an internal wireless function based on Bluetooth wireless
technology.
z Precautions for wireless communication
• Using the BL-N90 Series near wireless LAN equipment that operates in the same
frequency band may cause radio interference, reduce the communication speed, and
make communication impossible.
• Using the BL-N90 Series near equipment that operates in the same frequency band,
such as microwave ovens, industrial heaters, or high frequency medical equipment,
may make communication impossible.
• The BL-N90 Series may not be able to communicate in the following types of locations.
– Locations close to metallic substances or with large amounts of metallic powder
– Locations surrounded by metallic walls
– Locations that are subject to strong vibrations
• The guideline for communication distance is a visible range of about 10 m, but there are
some environments where communication is not possible even within this range. Make
sure to check communication before installation.
2.4 : Indicates that the wireless device is used
in a 2.4 GHz band.
FH :
Indicates that the modulation system is FH-SS.
1:
Indicates the estimated interference distance (10 m).
:
Indicates that the equipment uses the full
bandwidth and identification of moving
object equipment area cannot be avoided.
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Precautions on Regulations and Standards
■ Europe
z Precautions on CE Marking
The BL-N90 Series conforms to the R&TTE Directive requirements.
• Applicable standard ESTI EN300 328 V1.6.1
ESTI EN301 489-17 V1.2.1
EN60950-1
EN60825-1, Laser Class 1
• Overvoltage category I (BL-N90)
II (BL-N9R/N9UB/N9V)
• Pollution degree 2
z Countries where the BL-N90 Series can be used
Among the EU member states, the BL-N90 Series can be used in the following countries.
{ Austria { Belgium { Cyprus { Czech Republic
{ Denmark { Estonia { Finland { France
{ Germany { Greece { Hungary { Ireland
{ Italy { Latvia { Lithuania { Luxemburg
{ Malta { Netherlands { Poland { Portugal
{ Slovakia { Slovenia { Spain { Sweden
{ U.K.
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■ North America
z Precautions on FCC
The BL-N90 Series conforms to the following FCC regulations.
• Applicable standard FCC Part 15 Subpart B, Class B Digital Device
FCC Part 15 Subpart C
• FCC ID RF40823A (BL-N90)
RF40823B (BL-N9R/N9UB/N9V)
FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly apprvoed by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.This device complies
with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-Gen of the IC 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.
NOTICE
• The BL-N90 and the BL-N9R/N9UB/N9V have 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. The BL-N90 and the BL-N9R/N9UB/N9V generate, use 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 the BL-N90 and
the BL-N9R/N9UB/N9V do 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/TV technician for help.
The BL-N9R/N9UB/N9V complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for
uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in
Supplement C to OET65. The BL-N9R/N9UB/N9V has very low levels of RF energy that it
deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is
desirable that it should be installed and operated with at least 20cm and more between
the radiator and person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and legs).
The BL-N90 complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled
equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement
C to OET65. The BL-N90 has very low levels of RF energy that it is deemed to comply
without testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).
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z Precautions on UL and CSA
The BL-N90 Series complies with the following UL and CSA standards. The equipment
has received UL and C-UL certification.
• Applicable standard UL60950-1
CAN/CSA C22.2 No.60950-1-03
• UL File No. E167973
• UL category NWGQ/NWGQ7
• Pollution degree 2
• Overvoltage category I (BL-N90)
II (BL-N9R/N9UB/N9V)
Be sure to use the power supply that has the Class 2 output specified by NEPA70 (NEC:
National Electric Code).
z Precautions on IC (Industry Canada) standards
The BL-N90 Series complies with the following radio and electromagnetic wave
standards. The equipment has received the recognition of these standards.
• Applicable standards RSS-210-Low Power License-Exempt Radio Communication
Devices
ICES-003, Issue 4, Class B Digital Apparatus
• IC No. 5798A-0823A (BL-N90)
5798A-0823B (BL-N9R/N9UB/N9V)
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Maintenance
Charging terminals
Transmitter/
receiver
Charging terminals
Clean the following parts on the BL-N90 and the communication unit periodically.
• BL-N90
Clean the laser transmitter/receiver and the charging terminals.
• Communication unit
Clean the charging terminals.
z Cleaning method
Transmitter/receiver : Clean the surface using an eyeglass cleaning cloth or a soft cloth
that has been dampened with a specialty cleaner for plastics.
Charging terminals : Wipe the surface gently using a soft cloth moistened with alcohol.
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Laser Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Precautions on Using the Built-in Rechargeable Battery . . . . . . . . . . .2
Handling the BL-N90. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Wireless Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Precautions on Regulations and Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Chapter 1 Overview
1-1 Checking the Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
1-2 Part Names. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Operation Check LED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Chapter 2 Initial Setup
2-1 Initial Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
2-2 Connecting the Power Cable to the Communication Unit. . . . 2-3
2-3 Connecting the Communication Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Connecting the BL-N9UB to the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Connecting the BL-N9V to the Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Connecting the BL-N9R to the Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
2-4 Charging the BL-N90 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Rechargeable Batteries for the BL-N90 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
2-5 Establishing a Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Notes for Establishing a Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
2-6 Initializing the BL-N90. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
2-7 Reading a Barcode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Scanning a Barcode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
2-8 Checking the Connected Pair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
2-9 Wireless Connection Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
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Chapter 3 Descriptions of Key Functions
3-1 Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Functions when Reading the Barcode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
3-2 Selecting the Reading Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Selecting the Reading Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
3-3 Sending the Reading Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Data Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Inter-character Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
3-4 Settings for Each Communication Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Keyboard/USB Connection Interface (BL-N9V/N9UB). . . . . 3-11
RS-232C Communication Interface (BL-N9R) . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
3-5 Charge Error Prevention. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
3-6 Sleep Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Chapter 4 Program
4-1 Using the Program Barcode Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Configuring the Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
4-2 Starting and Ending the Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Start/End Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Initialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
4-3 Settings for the Barcode Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Code Type Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
EAN/UPC Detailed Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
CODE128 Detailed Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
CODE39 Detailed Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Codabar (NW-7) Detailed Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
ITF Detailed Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
RSS-14 Detailed Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
RSS Limited Detailed Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
RSS Expanded Detailed Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
4-4 Setting the Reading Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Reading Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Reading on the Communication Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
4-5 Buzzer Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15
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Tone Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15
4-6 Decode Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
Settings for the Number of Times to Read Matching Barcodes 416
Selecting the Reread Prevention Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
4-7 Settings for Limit Read Digits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
4-8 Communication Data Format Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21
Data Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21
Inter-character Delay Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
4-9 Settings for Each Connection Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23
Keyboard/USB Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23
RS-232C Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23
4-10 Other Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25
Charge Error Prevention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25
4-11 Decimal Program Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-26
4-12 Code Type List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27
Appendices
A-1 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2
A-2 Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4
A-3 Using the Wall Mount with the Communication Unit. . . . . . . . A-6
Mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-6
A-4 Dedicated Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-9
Checking the Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-10
Using the Stand on a Desk Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-11
Using the Stand Secured to a Fixture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-13
A-5 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-16
A-6 ASCII Code Table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-18
A-7 Settings and the Factory Defaults. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-19
Barcode Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-19
Operation Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-22
Communication Data Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-24
Connection Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-25
Other Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-25
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MEMO
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1
Overview
This chapter describes the package contents and the name and
function of each part.
1-1 Checking the Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
1-2 Part Names. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
1
Overview
1-1
1-1 Checking the Package Contents
96M1706
Wireless
Hand-held Barcode Reader
BL-N90 Series
User's Manual
Read this manual before using the system in order
to achieve maximum performance.
Keep this manual in a safe place after reading it so
that it can be used at any time.
The BL-N90 Series comes with the following items. Check that all of the items are included.
1
Wireless hand-held barcode reader BL-N90
z BL-N90 unit: 1
Overview
z Strap: 1
z User's Manual: 1
z AC cable: 1
Used to connect to the AC adaptor
for the communication unit.
The cable is approx. 1.8 m long.
* This cable can be used in Japan only.
To use the BL-N90 Series in another
country, purchase the following cable
according to the region.
Region Model
North America
(USA, Canada)
Europe
(EU member states)
OP-99022
OP-99032
1-2
Communication unit BL-N9R/N9V/N9UB
When mounting the
communication unit on
a wall, install the cup
holder to the
communication unit in
order to hold the BLN90 securely.
The following types of communication interfaces are available.
Model Communicati on interface
BL-N9R RS-232C communication unit
BL-N9V Keyboard interface communication unit
BL-N9UB USB communication unit
z Communication unit: 1
The communication cable length is approx. 2 m.
BL-N9R BL-N9V
BL-N9UB
1-1 Checking the Package Contents
1
Overview
z AC adapter: 1 z Wall mounting screw: 2
The cable is approx. 1.8 m long.
z Cup holder z Instruction manual: 1
Used when mounting the communication
unit on a wall.
1-3
1-1 Checking the Package Contents
Options
z Specialized stand OP-82191
Use this stand when you want to secure the BL-N90 on a flat surface and read barcodes
1
Overview
that are brought nearby.
For more information about the package contents and assembly, see page A-9.
1-4
1-2 Part Names
Trigger switch:
Use the switch to read
a barcode.
Transmitter/receiver:
Emits and receives laser light.
Charging terminals
Operation check
LED (Yellow)
Operation check
LED (White)
Operation check
LED (Blue)
Page button:
Press this button to search
for the connected (paired)
BL-N90 unit.
When this button is
pressed, the buzzer sounds
on the connected BL-N90,
and all of the LED (blue,
yellow, and white) begin
flashing. When the button is
pressed again, the buzzer
and flashing LED stop.
BD address barcode:
When a connection is established
with the BL-N90, this barcode can
be read.
Wall mounting
hook:
When mounted to a
wall, the hook can
be pulled back to
secure the BL-N90
in place.
Operation check LED (Blue)
Charging terminals
page A-6 Reference
This section describes names and jobs of each part of the BL-N90 Series.
z BL-N90
z Communication unit
1
Overview
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1-2 Part Names
t
Operation Check LED
The LED lights up or flashes according to the operations shown in the following table.
The buzzer may also go off depending on the operation.
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z BL-N90
Overview
LED lighting/flashing BL-N90 status Buzzer tone*
Blue on
During laser emission —
Blue flashing
White on
White flashing
Yellow on
Yellow flashing
All flashing
• No wireless connection with the communication unit
• Out of wireless communication range
When wireless communication is disconnected
While transferring data to the communication unit
While establishing a wireless connection (flashes
three times)
Charging complete —
When set in the communication unit: charging —
When the page button on the connected
communication unit is pressed
Press the page button again to stop.
—
2
1
3
Repea
*
The number next to the buzzer tone mark indicates the number of times that the buzzer sounds.
z Communication unit
LED lighting/flashing Communication unit status
Blue on Wireless connection is established and operation is possible
Blue flashing
Blue off
1-6
• No wireless connection with the BL-N90
• Out of wireless communication range
BL-N9UB : USB cable not connected
BL-N9V/N9R : AC power not connected
2
Initial Setup
This chapter describes the procedures for connecting the BLN90 to use for the first time.
2-1 Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
2-2 Connecting the Power Cable to the
Communication Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
2-3 Connecting the Communication Unit . . . . . . . 2-5
2-4 Charging the BL-N90. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11
2-5 Establishing a Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
2-6 Initializing the BL-N90. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15
2-7 Reading a Barcode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-16
2-8 Checking the Connected Pair. . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18
2-9 Wireless Connection Environment . . . . . . . .2-19
2
Initial Setup
2-1
2-1 Initial Setup
Before using the BL-N90, the following connections must be set up.
Performing these connections establishes the following communications, enabling the BLN90 for use.
•
Connection between communication unit and computer:Wired communication
•
Connection between BL-N90 and communication unit: Wireless communication (Bluetooth)
2
Initial Setup
z Initial setup
Note
1
2
3
4
5
After connecting the communication unit to t he computer, be sure to charge
the BL-N90 before use.
Connect the power cable to the communication unit. ( page 2-3).
Connect the communication unit to your computer ( page 2-5).
Charge the BL-N90 ( page 2-11).
Establish a connection between the BL-N90 and the communication unit
( page 2-13).
Use the BL-N90 to read the BD address barcode attached to the
communication unit.
Initialize settings for the BL-N90 ( page 2-15).
Read the initialization barcode using the BL-N90.
2-2
2-2
Procedure
Connect the power cable to the communication unit before use.
Connecting the Power Cable to the Communication Unit
z Included parts
• AC power cable for the BL-N90
(The supplied AC cable can only be used in Japan. To use the BL-N90 Series in another
country, use the AC cable applicable to that country ( page 1-2).)
• Communication unit
• AC adaptor for the communication unit
1 Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor.
2
Initial Setup
2-3
2-2 Connecting the Power Cable to the Communication Unit
2 Connect the AC connector on the back of the communication unit to the AC adaptor.
After connecting the AC adaptor, pass the cable behind the hook.
BL-N9UB BL-N9V/N9R
2
Initial Setup
2-4
1
2
1
2
2-3 Connecting the Communication Unit
Procedure
BL-N9UB
To computer
USB port
(A type)
After connecting the power cable to the communication unit, connect the communication unit
to the computer using the interface provided.
Connecting the BL-N9UB to the Computer
Use the USB cable to connect the communication unit to the computer.
The barcode reader is compatible with Windows7/Vista/XP/2000/98.
1 Turn on the computer.
2 Connect the communication unit's interface cable to the USB port on the computer.
The blue LED on the communication unit will flash.
After connecting the device to your computer for the first time, install the USB driver ( page 2-6).
2
Initial Setup
3 Connect the power cable to an AC outlet, and turn on the communication unit.
Be sure to use the AC adapter provided with the de vice. Using anot her pow er
CAUTION
•
source may cause fire, electrical shock, or damage to the equipment.
2-5
2-3 Connecting the Communication Unit
Procedure
Installing the USB driver
When BL-N9UB is first connected to a computer running Windows 98, the USB driver
installation screen appears. Install the driver by following the directions given on the screen.
Note
Connect the barcode reader after turning on the computer. If the barcode reader is
connected with the power off, turn the computer on.
2
Initial Setup
1 The "Add New Hardware Wizard" dialog appears and the message "This window searches
for new drivers for: USB human interface device" is displayed. Click on the [Next] button.
2 The message "What do you want Windows to do?" is displa yed. Select [Search f or the best
driver for your device (Recommended).] and click on the [Next] button.
3 Click on the [Next] button. "USB human interface device" is displayed and the message
"Windows driver search for the device: " appears. Click on the [Next] button.
Note
4 Windows begins installing the driver. When installation is complete, the message
"Windows has finished installing the software that your new hardware device requires. "
appears. Click on the [Finish] button.
The CD-ROM (Windows) may be required depending on the computer environment.
2-6
2-3 Connecting the Communication Unit
Procedure
BL-N9V
To keyboard
PS/2 connector
(Mini DIN 6-pin)
To computer
PS/2 connector
Connecting the BL-N9V to the Computer
Use the keyboard interface to connect the communication unit to your computer. Compatible
computers include PC/AT (DOS/V) machines.
1 Turn off the computer.
CAUTION
Do not remove the cables while the computer is turned on.
This could cause damage to the computer and the barcode reader.
2 Connect the communication unit's interface cable to your computer's keyboard connector,
as indicated in the diagram.
2
Initial Setup
Note
When connecting a keyboard connector plug to an AT connector, use a commercial
keyboard conversion adapter for the connection.
2-7
2-3 Connecting the Communication Unit
3 Connect the power cable to an AC outlet, and turn on the communication unit.
The blue LED on the communication unit will flash.
2
Initial Setup
4 Turn on your computer.
CAUTION
Be sure to use the AC adapter provided with the device. Using another power
source may cause fire, electrical shock, or damage to the equipment.
2-8
2-3 Connecting the Communication Unit
Procedure
BL-N9R
RS-232C
To computer
(D-sub 9-pin)
Pin No. Symbol Description Signal direction
2 SD (TXD) Sends data Output
3 RD (RXD) Receives data Input
4–
Do not make any connection
–
5 SG Signal ground –
6–
Do not make any connection
–
7 CS (CTS) Send OK Input
8 RS (RTS) Send request Output
D-sub 9-pin (female)
#4-40 screws
Connecting the BL-N9R to the Computer
A communication unit with an RS-232C interface may be used in conjunction with an RS232C enabled device. This section explains procedures for connecting the barcode reader
to a computer, as well as connecting the barcode reader to an Auto IDdata controller DV-90
(
page 2-10).
1 Turn on your computer.
2 Connect the communication unit's interface cable to the RS-232C port on your computer.
3 Connect the power cable to an AC outlet, and turn on the communication unit.
The blue LED on the communication unit will flash.
•
CAUTION
z RS-232C pin configuration of the BL-N9R
Be sure to use the AC adapter provided with the de vice. Using anot her pow er
source may cause fire, electrical shock, or damage to the equipment.
2
Initial Setup
2-9
2-3 Connecting the Communication Unit
z Communication settings
Factory settings for the BL-N90 are given below. The settings can be changed ( page
4-23). Make sure that the settings for BL-N90 and the connected computer are the same.
• Baud rate : 9600 bit/s
• Data length : 7 bits
• Parity : Even
• Stop bit : 1 bit
• Communication protocol: No protocol
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Connecting the DV-90
Initial Setup
To connect the device to a DV-90, an adaptor like the one shown in the diagram below is
required.
Conversion connector
BL-N9R
The following adaptor is recommended.
• Manufacturer : Elecom
• Product name : Serial Reverse Adaptor
• Model : AD-R9
DV-90
RS-232C
(D-sub 9-pin)
2-10
CAUTION
• Be sure to use the AC adapter provided with the de vi ce . Using another po wer
source may cause fire, electrical shock, or damage to the equipment.
• Power is supplied by the AC adaptor. The D-sub connector does not supply
power.
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