Metapace S-22 Hardware guide

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IMPORTANT NOTICES

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

 The use of any batteries or charging devices, which are not originally sold or

manufactured, will void your warranty and may cause damage to human body or the product itself.

 DO NOT disassemble, incinerate or short circuit the battery.  DO NOT expose the scanner or the battery to any flammable sources.  For green-environment issue, it's important that batteries should be recycled in a

proper way.

 Under no circumstances, internal components are self-serviceable.  The cradle uses an AC power adaptor. A socket outlet shall be installed near the

equipment and shall be easily accessible. Make sure there is stable power supply for the scanner or its peripherals to operate properly.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

 Use a clean cloth to wipe dust off the scanning window and the body of the scanner

as well as the charging device. DO NOT use/mix any bleach or cleaner.

 If you want to put away the scanner for a period of time, download the collected data

to a host computer when in the memory mode, and then take out the battery. Store the scanner and battery separately.

 When the scanner resumes its work, make sure the battery is fully charged before

use.

 If you shall find the scanner malfunctioning, write down the specific scenario and

consult your local sales representative.

CONTENTS

IMPORTANT NOTICES ...................................................................................................................... - 3 -

Safety Precautions ........................................................................................................................ - 3 -

Care & Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... - 3 -

INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................... 1

Getting Familiarized with Metapace S-22 and the Cradle.............................................................. 2

Installing the Battery to Metapace S-22..................................................................................... 2

Setting up the Cradle ................................................................................................................... 3

Charging the Battery via the Cradle ............................................................................................ 5

Inside the Package............................................................................................................................ 6

Product Highlights ............................................................................................................................. 6

Symbologies Supported .................................................................................................................... 7

QUICK START ....................................................................................................................................... 9

Entering Configuration Mode..........................................................................................................11

Exiting Configuration Mode.............................................................................................................11

Default Settings............................................................................................................................... 12

Save User Settings as Defaults................................................................................................. 12

Restore User Defaults................................................................................................................ 12

Restore System Defaults ...........................................................................................................12

Reading a Setup Barcode............................................................................................................... 13

Configure Parameters................................................................................................................ 13

List the Current Settings............................................................................................................ 17

Creating One-Scan Setup Barcodes............................................................................................... 19

UNDERSTANDING THE BARCODE SCANNER.................................................................................... 21

1.1 Battery .......................................................................................................................................21

1.1.1 Turn on/off the Scanner ..................................................................................................21

1.1.2 Power Economy ................................................................................................................22

1.1.3 Power Economy vs. WPAN Connection ...........................................................................25

1.2 Memory .....................................................................................................................................27

1.2.1 Transmit Buffer ................................................................................................................27

1.2.2 Memory Mode ..................................................................................................................28

1.2.3 Free Memory ....................................................................................................................29

1.3 LED Indicator ............................................................................................................................30

1.3.1 Good Read LED ................................................................................................................ 31

1.3.2 Good Read LED Duration................................................................................................. 31

1.4 Beeper....................................................................................................................................... 32

1.4.1 Beeper Volume................................................................................................................. 33

1.4.2 Good Read Beep .............................................................................................................. 34

1.4.3 Low Battery Alarm ............................................................................................................ 35

1.5 Send “NR” to Host ....................................................................................................................36

1.6 Scan Modes .............................................................................................................................. 37

1.6.1 Test Mode......................................................................................................................... 37

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1.6.2 Laser Mode....................................................................................................................... 38

1.6.3 Auto Off Mode...................................................................................................................38

1.6.4 Auto Power Off Mode ....................................................................................................... 38

1.6.5 Aiming Mode..................................................................................................................... 39

1.6.8 Multi-Barcode Mode......................................................................................................... 39

1.6.7 Presentation Mode........................................................................................................... 40

1.7 Scanning Timeout..................................................................................................................... 41

1.8 Delay between Re-read ............................................................................................................42

1.9 Read Redundancy (1D) ............................................................................................................43

1.10 Addon Security for UPC/EAN Barcodes ................................................................................44

1.11 Auto-Sense Mode ...................................................................................................................45

1.12 Negative Barcodes .................................................................................................................46

1.13 Picklist Mode .......................................................................................................................... 47

1.14 Mobile Phone/Display Mode ................................................................................................. 48

SELECTING OUTPUT INTERFACE .......................................................................................................49

2.1 BT HID........................................................................................................................................50

2.1.1 Activate BT HID & Select Keyboard Type........................................................................ 51

2.1.2 Reset Connection............................................................................................................. 52

2.1.3 Keyboard Settings............................................................................................................ 53

2.1.4 Inter-Character Delay .......................................................................................................59

2.1.5 Inter-Function Delay......................................................................................................... 59

2.1.6 HID Character Transmit Mode......................................................................................... 60

2.1.7 Special Keyboard Feature ...............................................................................................60

2.1.8 Keypad Support for iPhone/iPad ....................................................................................60

2.1.9 Transmit Speed ................................................................................................................61

2.1.10 Simple Pairing for iPhone/iPad..................................................................................... 61

2.2 BT SPP Slave.............................................................................................................................62

2.2.1 Activate BT SPP Slave Mode ...........................................................................................62

2.2.2 Inter-Function Delay......................................................................................................... 62

2.2.3 ACK/NAK Timeout............................................................................................................ 63

2.3 BT SPP Master .......................................................................................................................... 64

2.3.1 Activate BT SPP Master Mode......................................................................................... 64

2.3.2 Inter-Function Delay......................................................................................................... 66

2.3.3 ACK/NAK Timeout............................................................................................................ 67

2.3.4 Switch between Master/Slave Mode.............................................................................. 67

2.4 Keyboard Wedge via the Cradle ..............................................................................................68

2.4.1 Activate Keyboard Wedge & Select Keyboard Type....................................................... 69

2.4.2 Keyboard Settings............................................................................................................ 70

2.4.3 Inter-Character Delay .......................................................................................................77

2.4.4 Inter-Function Delay......................................................................................................... 78

2.4.5 Special Keyboard Feature ...............................................................................................78

2.5 RS-232 via the Cradle .............................................................................................................. 79

2.5.1 Activate RS-232 Interface ...............................................................................................79

2.5.2 Baud Rate......................................................................................................................... 79

2.5.3 Data Bits ........................................................................................................................... 80

2.5.4 Parity ................................................................................................................................. 80

2.5.5 Stop Bit .............................................................................................................................81

2.5.6 Flow Control......................................................................................................................81

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2.5.7 Inter-Character Delay .......................................................................................................82

2.5.8 Inter-Function Delay......................................................................................................... 82

2.5.9 ACK/NAK Timeout............................................................................................................ 83

2.6 USB HID via the Cradle............................................................................................................. 84

2.6.1 Activate USB HID & Select Keyboard Type .....................................................................85

2.6.2 Keyboard Settings............................................................................................................ 86

2.6.3 Inter-Character Delay .......................................................................................................92

2.6.4 Inter-Function Delay......................................................................................................... 92

2.6.5 HID Character Transmit Mode......................................................................................... 93

2.6.6 Special Keyboard Feature ...............................................................................................93

2.7 USB Virtual COM via the Cradle ............................................................................................... 94

2.7.1 Activate USB Virtual COM ................................................................................................94

2.7.2 Inter-Function Delay......................................................................................................... 94

2.7.3 ACK/NAK Timeout............................................................................................................ 95

SETTING UP A WPAN CONNECTION .................................................................................................. 97

3.1 Connecting via the Cradle ........................................................................................................ 98

3.1.1 Connect to the Cradle ......................................................................................................98

3.1.2 Change Interface..............................................................................................................99

3.2 Connecting via Bluetooth

Dongle ........................................................................................100

3.2.1 Change Interface............................................................................................................100

3.2.2 Configure Related Settings............................................................................................101

3.2.3 Connect to Dongle..........................................................................................................104

CHANGING SYMBOLOGY SETTINGS................................................................................................111

4.1 Codabar...................................................................................................................................112

4.1.1 Start/Stop Transmission................................................................................................112

4.1.2 CLSI Conversion .............................................................................................................112

4.1.3 Code Length Qualification .............................................................................................113

4.2 Code 25 – Industrial 25.........................................................................................................114

4.2.1 Code Length Qualification .............................................................................................114

4.3 Code 25 – Interleaved 25......................................................................................................115

4.3.1 Verify Check Digit ...........................................................................................................115

4.3.2 Transmit Check Digit......................................................................................................115

4.3.3 Convert to EAN-13..........................................................................................................116

4.3.4 Code Length Qualification .............................................................................................117

4.4 Code 25 – Matrix 25 ..............................................................................................................118

4.4.1 Verify Check Digit ...........................................................................................................118

4.4.2 Transmit Check Digit......................................................................................................118

4.4.3 Code Length Qualification .............................................................................................119

4.5 Code-25 – Chinese 25 ...........................................................................................................120

4.6 Italian Pharmacode (Code32)................................................................................................120

4.7 Code 39...................................................................................................................................121

4.7.1 Verify Check Digit ...........................................................................................................121

4.7.2 Transmit Check Digit......................................................................................................121

4.7.3 Standard/Full ASCII Code 39 ........................................................................................122

7.7.4 Code Length Qualification .............................................................................................122

4.8 Trioptic Code 39 .....................................................................................................................124

4.9 Code 93...................................................................................................................................125

4.9.1 Code Length Qualification .............................................................................................125

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4.10 Code 128 ..............................................................................................................................126

4.11 GS1-128 (EAN-128) .............................................................................................................127

4.11.1 Code ID Transmission..................................................................................................127

4.11.2 Field Separator (GS Character)...................................................................................127

4.12 ISBT 128 ...............................................................................................................................128

4.12.1 ISBT Concatenation .....................................................................................................128

4.12.2 ISBT Concatenation Redundancy ...............................................................................129

4.13 GS1 DataBar (RSS Family) ..................................................................................................130

4.13.1 Code ID Selection ........................................................................................................130

4.13.2 GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional (RSS-14).....................................................................131

4.13.3 GS1 DataBar Expanded (RSS Expanded)...................................................................132

4.13.4 GS1 DataBar Limited (RSS Limited) ...........................................................................133

4.13.5 Convert to UPC/EAN ....................................................................................................134

4.14 MSI ........................................................................................................................................135

4.14.1 Verify Check Digit.........................................................................................................135

4.14.2 Transmit Check Digit ...................................................................................................135

4.14.3 Code Length Qualification ...........................................................................................136

4.15 EAN-8 ....................................................................................................................................137

4.16 EAN-13 ..................................................................................................................................138

4.16.1 ISBN Conversion ..........................................................................................................139

4.16.2 ISSN Conversion ..........................................................................................................139

4.17 UCC Coupon Extended Code ...............................................................................................140

4.18 UPC-A.....................................................................................................................................141

4.18.1 Convert to EAN-13 .......................................................................................................142

4.18.2 System Number Transmission....................................................................................142

4.18.3 Transmit Check Digit ...................................................................................................142

4.19 UPC-E.....................................................................................................................................143

4.19.1 System Number Selection...........................................................................................144

4.19.2 Convert to UPC-A..........................................................................................................144

4.19.3 System Number Transmission....................................................................................145

4.19.4 Transmit Check Digit ...................................................................................................145

4.20 Code 11 ................................................................................................................................146

4.20.1 Verify Check Digit.........................................................................................................146

4.20.2 Transmit Check Digit ...................................................................................................146

4.20.3 Code Length Qualification ...........................................................................................147

4.21 Composite Code ...................................................................................................................148

4.21.1 Composite CC-A/B .......................................................................................................148

4.21.2 Composite CC-C ...........................................................................................................148

4.21.3 Composite TLC-39 .......................................................................................................148

4.21.4 UPC Composite Mode..................................................................................................149

4.21.5 GS1-128 Emulation Mode for UCC/EAN Composite Codes......................................149

4.22 US Postal Code .....................................................................................................................150

4.22.1 US Postnet....................................................................................................................150

4.22.2 US Planet......................................................................................................................150

4.22.3 Transmit Check Digit ...................................................................................................150

4.23 UK Postal Code.....................................................................................................................151

4.23.1 UK Postnet ...................................................................................................................151

4.23.2 UK Planet......................................................................................................................151

4.24 More Postal Code .................................................................................................................152

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4.24.1 Japan Postnet ..............................................................................................................152

4.24.2 Australian Planet..........................................................................................................152

4.24.3 Dutch Planet.................................................................................................................152

4.24.4 USPS 4CB/One Code/Intelligent Mail Planet.............................................................152

4.24.5 USPS FICS Postal .........................................................................................................153

4.25 2D Symbologies....................................................................................................................154

4.25.1 PDF417 ........................................................................................................................154

4.25.2 MicroPDF417 ...............................................................................................................154

4.25.3 Data Matrix...................................................................................................................155

4.25.4 Maxicode ......................................................................................................................156

4.25.5 QR Code........................................................................................................................156

4.25.6 MicroQR........................................................................................................................156

4.25.7 Aztec .............................................................................................................................156

4.26 Macro PDF ............................................................................................................................157

4.26.1 Transmit/Decode Mode ..............................................................................................157

4.26.2 Escape Characters.......................................................................................................158

4.26.3 Transmit Control Header .............................................................................................158

DEFINING OUTPUT FORMAT............................................................................................................159

5.1 Letter Case..............................................................................................................................159

5.2 Character Substitution ...........................................................................................................160

5.2.1 Select a Set for Character Substitution ........................................................................161

5.2.2 Symbologies for Character Substitution (All 3 Sets) ....................................................162

5.3 Prefix/Suffix Code...................................................................................................................172

5.4 Code ID....................................................................................................................................173

5.4.1 Select Pre-defined Code ID............................................................................................173

5.4.2 Change Code ID..............................................................................................................176

5.4.3 Clear Code ID Settings...................................................................................................179

5.5 Length Code............................................................................................................................180

5.6 Multi-Barcode Editor...............................................................................................................188

5.6.1 Edit a Concatenation of Barcodes ................................................................................189

5.6.2 Activate the Concatenation of Barcodes ......................................................................191

5.7 Removal of Special Character ...............................................................................................192

5.8 AIM Code ID ............................................................................................................................192

APPLYING FORMATS FOR DATA EDITING........................................................................................193

6.1 Activating Editing Formats .....................................................................................................194

6.1.1 Activate Editing Formats................................................................................................194

6.1.2 Exclusive Data Editing....................................................................................................195

6.2 How to Configure Editing Formats.........................................................................................196

6.2.1 Select Format to Configure............................................................................................197

6.2.2 Restore Default Format .................................................................................................198

6.3 Configuring Format — Define Data Criteria ...........................................................................199

6.3.1 Applicable Code Type.....................................................................................................199

6.3.2 Data Length ....................................................................................................................209

6.3.3 Matching String & Location ...........................................................................................210

6.4 Configuring Format — Define Data Field ...............................................................................211

6.4.1 Start Position ..................................................................................................................211

6.4.2 Field Adjustment ............................................................................................................211

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6.4.3 Total Number of Fields...................................................................................................212

6.4.4 Field Settings..................................................................................................................213

6.4.5 Pause Field Setting ........................................................................................................219

6.5 Configuring Format — Define Transmission Sequence ........................................................220

6.6 Programming Examples .........................................................................................................222

6.6.1 Example I ........................................................................................................................222

6.6.2 Example II .......................................................................................................................223

SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................................................225

HOST SERIAL COMMANDS..............................................................................................................227

Scanner Serial Commands ...........................................................................................................227

Example ....................................................................................................................................228

Cradle Setup Barcodes & Serial Commands...............................................................................229

Cradle Serial Commands.........................................................................................................230

Example ....................................................................................................................................232

KEYBOARD WEDGE TABLE..............................................................................................................233

Key Type & Status .........................................................................................................................235

Key Type....................................................................................................................................235

Key Status ................................................................................................................................235

Example .........................................................................................................................................236

NUMERAL SYSTEMS........................................................................................................................237

Decimal System.............................................................................................................................237

Hexadecimal System.....................................................................................................................238

ASCII Table.....................................................................................................................................239

Entering PIN Code for Authentication ..........................................................................................240

Use Preset PIN..........................................................................................................................240

Disable Authentication or Use Random PIN...........................................................................241

INTRODUCTION

The Metapace S-22 scanner, which is specifically designed to answer your mobile demands, helps accelerate productivity while lowering the total cost of ownership. Intensive data collection jobs are made easier with fast, accurate barcode scanning in various working environments, especially in small businesses. Integrated with short-distance wireless technology, the small-form-factor scanner is ideal for carrying around, and thus gives workers tether-free mobility anytime anywhere that gets job done more efficiently. The scanner delivers data over a wireless personal network at a range of up to 90 meters and keeps business running with a prolonged battery life. A new ordering option is provided for adapting a 2D scan engine to read both 1D and 2D barcodes.

Owing to the slim, ergonomic design, extremely low power consumption, and powerful decoding capability, the scanner is the best choice for the following applications –

 Receiving in Retail  Product labeling & Tracking  Shelf Replenishment  Mobile Point of Sale (POS)  Mobile Inventory Management  Order Picking & Staging  Work-In-Process Tracking  Material Flow Control  Transportation & Distribution  Warehousing  Asset Management

This manual contains information on operating the scanner and using its features. We recommend that you keep one copy of the manual at hand for quick reference or maintenance purposes. To avoid any improper disposal or operation, please read the manual thoroughly before use.

Thank you for choosing our products!

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GETTING FAMILIARIZED WITH METAPACE S-22 AND THE CRADLE

INSTALLING THE BATTERY TO METAPACE S-22

When you first receive the package, the rechargeable battery is stored separately from the scanner. Insert the battery into the scanner first so that it can be charged when sitting in the cradle.

Note: Any improper handling may reduce the battery life.

1) Hold the scanner still and insert the battery into the battery compartment at the bottom of the scanner.

2) Slide the battery latch to lock the battery in the compartment.

3) Hold down the trigger about 2 seconds to turn on the scanner.

4) The scanner will respond with a long beep and its LED will come on-off shortly.

Note: (1) To turn off the scanner, remove the battery. Refer to settings of “

on/off the Scanner”.

(2) For shipping and storage purposes, save the scanner and the battery separately. This will keep the battery in good condition for future use. (3) When the battery capacity becomes low, you will find the scanner can not emit scan beam and its power-on beep sounds differently.

1.1.1 Turn

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SETTING UP THE CRADLE

Capable of charging Metapace S-22, the cradle is specifically designed for the scanner to communicate with a host computer wirelessly. The connection between the scanner and the cradle is made easy and reliable. Refer to also an Auto-Sense stand when used with the scanner set to Auto-Sense mode.

3.1.1 Connect to the Cradle. The cradle is

The table below describes the status of the power and communication LED indicators of the cradle.

Power LED Indicator

Red, solid

--- --- Power OFF

--- Power ON

Communication LED

Meaning

Indicator

--- Blue,

solid

Red, solid

Red, flashing

--- Failed to establish a USB connection

Blue, flashing

Initialize

Serial command mode with USB Virtual COM or RS-232: wait 3 seconds for starting a serial command

Serial command mode with USB HID: wait 3 seconds for pressing [Num Lock] or [Caps Lock] 5 times via keyboard

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--- Blue,

flashing

--- Blue,

solid

Red, solid

Red, flashing

Blue, flashing

--- Enter Download Mode

Wait for connection request from the scanner (Slow flash at 0.5 Hz)

Connected with the scanner

Failed to send data to host via USB Virtual COM (Fast flash at 1 Hz)

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CHARGING THE BATTERY VIA THE CRADLE

The battery may not be charged to full for shipment. When you first receive the package, you will need to charge the battery to full before using the scanner. Please follow the steps below.

Note: It takes approximately 5 hours to charge the battery to full (from the power

adaptor). Battery charging stops when the temperature drops below 0°C or exceeds 40°C. It is recommended charging the battery at room temperature (18°C to 25°C) for optimal performance.

1) Install the battery to the scanner.

2) Seat the scanner in the cradle.

3) Connect the cradle to your computer or notebook via the USB or RS-232 cable.

4) Connect the power cord of the cradle to a proper power outlet.

5) The power LED indicator on the cradle turns solid red after the USB cable or the

power cord is connected.

Warning: RS-232/USB interface both require connecting the power supply cord.

When the cradle is solely on USB power, the current may be insuf ficient for it to function normally. Therefore, we suggest connecting the power supply cord.

6) The scanner LED indicator will be flashing red during ch arging. When the charging is done, the scanner LED indicator turns off. If a charging error occurs, the scanner LED indicator turns solid red.

7) The LED for communications on the cradle will first become solid blue while initia lizin g. Refer to the table above for details on different stage of communications.

The two pivot bolts need to be tightened,

r charging error may occur.

Warning: If the two pivot bolts are not tightened properly, charging error may occur.

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INSIDE THE PACKAGE

The items included in the package may be different, depending on your order. Save the box and packaging materials for future use in case you need to store or ship the scanner.

 Metapace S-22 Scanner  Charging & Communication Cradle  Rechargeable Li-ion battery  Product CD

Note: The CD-ROM includes th is manual and Windows-based software Metapace.exe for

configuration.

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

 Small-form-factor and built tough to surviv e drop test  Extremely low power consumption  Firmware upgradeable  Supports most popular barcode symbologies, including GS1-128 (EAN-128), GS1

DataBar (RSS), etc.

 Supports negative barcodes  Supports different scan modes, including Aiming Mode and Multi-Barcode Mode  LED indicator and beeper response for status verification  Beeping tone and duration configurable for Good Read  4 MB flash memory for Memory Mode operation, storing up to 246,723 scans based

on EAN-13 barcodes

 Provides up to 10 KB SRAM for reserve buffer while getting out of range over a

wireless personal area network (WPAN), storing up to 640 scans based on EAN-13 barcodes

 Capable of transmitting scanned data, emulating a serial cable (BT SPP) or as

keyboard input (BT HID), to a notebook computer or PDA with Bluetooth technology

wireless

 Programmable parameters include data output format, editing format, symbologies,

etc.

 Easy configuration through the Metapace utilit y

Note: In any scan mode other than Multi-Barcode Mode, a barcode acceptable to the scanner can only contain data of 7 KB at most.

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SYMBOLOGIES SUPPORTED

Most of the popular barcode symbologies are supported, as listed below. Each can be individually enabled or disabled. The scanner will automatically discriminate and recognize all the symbologies that are enabled. Refer to

Settings for details of each symbology.

Chapter 4 Changing Symbology

Symbologies Supported: Enable/Disable

Codabar Enabled Code 93 Enabled MSI Disabled Code 128

Code 2 of 5

Code 3 of 9

EAN/UPC

Code 128 Enabled GS1-128 (EAN-128) Enabled ISBT 128 Enabled Industrial 25 Enabled Interleaved 25 Enabled Matrix 25 Disabled Chinese 25 Disable Code 39 Enabled Italian Pharmacode Disabled French Pharmacode Disabled EAN-8 Enabled EAN-8 Addon 2 Disabled EAN-8 Addon 5 Disabled

Default

EAN-13 Enabled EAN-13 & UPC-A Addon 2 Disabled EAN-13 & UPC-A Addon 5 Disabled ISBN Disabled UPC-E0 Enabled UPC-E1 Disabled UPC-E Addon 2 Disabled UPC-E Addon 5 Disabled UPC-A Enabled

GS1 DataBar (RSS)

GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional (RSS-14) Disabled GS1 DataBar Truncated Disabled GS1 DataBar Stacked Disabled GS1 DataBar Stacked Omnidirectional Disabled

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GS1 DataBar Limited (RSS Limited) Disabled GS1 DataBar Expanded (RSS Expanded) Disabled GS1 DataBar Expanded Stacked Disabled

Code 11 Disabled Composite

Code

Postal Code

2D Symbologies

Composite CC-A/B Disabled Composite CC-C Disabled Composite TLC-39 Disabled US Postnet Enabled US Planet Enabled UK Postal Enabled Japan Postal Enabled Australian Postal Enabled Dutch Postal Enabled USPS 4CB/One Code/Intelligent Mail Disabled UPU FICS Postal Disabled PDF417 Enabled MicroPDF417 Disabled Data Matrix Enabled Maxicode Enabled QR Code Enabled MicroQR Enabled

Aztec Enabled

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QUICK START

The configuration of the scanner can be done by reading the setup barcodes contained in this manual or via the software Metapace.exe.

This section describes the procedure of configuring the scanner by reading the setup barcodes and provides some examples for demonstration.

Configuration Mode

1. Hold down the trigger about 2 seconds to turn on the scanner. It will respond wi th a long beep

and its LED will come on-off shortly.

2. Have the scanner read the “Enter Setup” barcode. It will respond with six beeps and its LED

indicator will become flashing red after reading the barcode.

3. Have the scanner read more setup barcodes. Most of the setup barcodes are normal ones. The

scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone). For special setup barcodes, it requires reading more than one setup barcode to complete the setting.

4. Have the scanner read the “Update” or “Abort” barcode. It will respond wi th six beeps and its

LED indicator will become flashing red after reading the barcode.

5. The scanner will restart automatically upon reading the “Update” or “Abort” barcode. It will

respond with a long beep and its LED will come on-off shortly.

Note: Refer to Appendix I Host Serial Commands for how to configure the cradle by

having the scanner read cradle-related setup barcodes or using serial commands.

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Working Mode

Upon powering up, the scanner will try to establish a connection with the cradle or a computer with

Bluetooth

The connection between the scanner and the cradle is made easy and reliable.

wireless technology. Refer to Chapter 3 – Setting up a WPAN Connection for details.

Note: If RS-232, USB Virtual COM or BT SPP is selected for output interface, the host can

directly send serial commands to configure the scanner. For example, run HyperTerminal.exe and type the 6-digit command located under each setup barcode. Refer to

Appendix I Host Serial Commands.

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Quick Start

ENTERING CONFIGURATION MODE

For the scanner to enter the configuration mode, you must have it read the “Enter Setup” barcode, which can be located at the bottom of almost every even page of this manual.

 The scanner will respond with six beeps and its LED indicator will become flashin g red

after reading the barcode.

Enter Setup

For configuring scanner parameters, see the “

Read a Setup Barcode” section below.

EXITING CONFIGURATION MODE

For the scanner to save settings and exit the configuration mode, you must have it read the “Update” barcode, which can be located at the bottom of almost every odd page of this manual. If you want to exit the configuration mode without saving any changes, have the scanner read the “Abort” barcode instead.

 Just like reading the “Enter Setup” barcode, the scanner will r espond with six beeps

and its LED indicator will become flashing red after reading the barcode. Wait for a few seconds for the scanner to restart itself.

Update

Abort

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DEFAULT SETTINGS

SAVE USER SETTINGS AS DEFAULTS

For the scanner to keep the customized settings as user defaults, you must have it read the “Save as User Defaults” barcode. This is a normal setup barcode, and the scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone).

 After reading the “Update” barcode, the current settings will be saved as user

defaults.

ave as User

Defaults

RESTORE USER DEFAULTS

For the scanner to restore the user defaults, which you have saved earlier, you must have it read the “Restore User Defaults” barcode. This is a normal setup barcode, and the scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone).

 After reading the “Update” barcode, all the parameters of the scann er will return to

their customized values.

Restore User

Defaults

RESTORE SYSTEM DEFAULTS

For the scanner to restore the factory defaults, you must have it read the “Restore System Defaults” barcode. This is a normal setup barcode, and the scann er will respond with two beeps (low-high tone). For the cradle to restore factory defaults, refer to

Setup Barcodes & Serial Commands

Cradle

 After reading the “Update” barcode, all the parameters of the scann er will return to

their default values. The current connection record will be cleared as well.

Restore System

Defaults

Note: The system default value (if there is) for each setting is indicated by an asterisk

“*”.

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Quick Start

READING A SETUP BARCODE

CONFIGURE PARAMETERS

For most of the scanner parameters, only one read is required to set them to new values. The scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone) when each parameter is set successfully.

But for a number of special parameters, multiple reads are required to complete the setting. In this case, the scanner will respond with a short beep to indicat e it needs to read more setup barcodes. These special parameters may require reading one or more setup barcodes, such as

 Numeric barcodes, say, for keyboard type, inter-character delay, length qualification  Hexadecimal barcodes, say, for character strings as prefix, suffix, etc.  When “BT HID”, “USB HID” or “Keyboard Wedge” is configured for interface, Key

Type and Key Status will then become applicable. You may decide whether or not to change key status when “Normal Key” is selected for Key Type.

To complete the configuration of these special parameters, it requires reading the “Validate” barcode, and the scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone) to indicate the input values are validated.

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The example below shows how to save your settings as “User Default” so that you may restore user defaults at a later time:

Steps

1 Power on the scanner…

2 Enter the Configuration Mode…

3 Read a Setup barcode…

4 Exit the Configuration Mode…

Action LED/Beeper Response when Successful

For example,

he scanner will respond with a long beep (high tone) and its LED indicator will become solid red and go off quickly.

he scanner will respond with six beeps (high-low tone repeats three times), and its LED indicator will be flashing red.

he scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone) if reading a normal setup barcode.

Same as for Enter the Configuration Mode.

OR 5 The scanner will automatically restart itself… Same as for Power on the scanner. * If any configuration error occurs...

he scanner will respond with one long

beep (low tone).

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The example below shows how to set numeric parameters:

Steps

1 Power on the scanner...

2 Enter the Configuration Mode…

ormal setup

Special setup

Decimal barcodes

4 Exit the Configuration Mode…

Action LED/Beeper Response when Successful

Read a Setup barcode... For example,

barcode

he scanner will respond with a long beep (high tone) and its LED indicator will become solid red and go off quickly.

The scanner will respond with six beeps (high-low tone repeats three times), and its LED indicator will become flashing red.

he scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone) if reading a normal setup barcode.

he scanner will respond with one short beep if reading a special setup barcode such as “Max. Length”, indicating the setup requires reading more barcodes.

Read the “Decimal Value” barcode(s).

 Refer to Appendix IV “Decimal

System”

he scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high validated.

Same as for Enter the Configuration Mode.

tone) when the input values are

5 The scanner will automatically restart itself… Same as for Power on the scanner.

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The example below shows how to set string parameters:

Steps

1 Power on the scanner...

2 Enter the Configuration Mode…

Special setup

Hexadecimal

4 Exit the Configuration Mode…

Action LED/Beeper Response when Successful

Read a Setup barcode... For example,

barcodes

he scanner will respond with a long beep (high tone) and its LED indicator will become solid red and go off quickly.

he scanner will respond with six beeps (high-low tone repeats three times), and its LED indicator will become flashing red.

he scanner will respond with one short beep if reading a special setup barcode such as “Prefix Code”, indicating the setup requires reading more barcodes.

When “BT HID”, “USB HID” or “Keyboard Wedge”

ype and Key Status will then become applicable. You may decide whether or not to change key status when “Normal Key” is selected for Key Type.

is configured for interface, Key

 Refer to Appendix III

Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcodes for the desired character string. For example, read “2” and “B” for the scanner to prefix the character “+”.

 Refer to Appendix IV “Hexadecimal

System”

he scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone) when the input values are validated.

Same as for Enter the Configuration Mode.

5 The scanner will automatically restart itself… Same as for Power on the scanner.

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Quick Start

LIST THE CURRENT SETTINGS

The current settings of all scanner parameters can be sent to the host computer for user inspection. The list shown below includes pages. You can select the page of interest by having the scanner read a particular “List Page x” barcode. And then the scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone) and send the scanned page to the host immediately.

List settings regarding Firmware Version, Serial Number, Interface, Buzzer, and Other Scanner Parameters

List settings regarding Prefix, Suffix, and Length Code Setting (1/2)

List settings regarding Prefix, Suffix, and Length Code Setting (2/2)

List Page 1

List Page 2

List Page 3

List settings regarding Code ID

List settings regarding: Readable Symbologies (1/2)

List settings regarding: Readable Symbologies (2/2)

List settings regarding Symbology Parameters (1/3)

List settings regarding Symbology Parameters (2/3)

List settings regarding Symbology Parameters (3/3)

List Page 4

List Page 5

List Page 6

List Page 7

List Page 8

List Page 9

Reserved

List Page 10

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List settings regarding Editing Format 1 (1/2)

List settings regarding Editing Format 1 (2/2)

List Page 11

List Page 12

List settings regarding Editing Format 2 (1/2)

List settings regarding Editing Format 2 (2/2)

List settings regarding Editing Format 3 (1/2)

List settings regarding Editing Format 3 (2/2)

List settings regarding Editing Format 4 (1/2)

List settings regarding Editing Format 4 (2/2)

List Page 13

List Page 14

List Page 15

List Page 16

List Page 17

List Page 18

List settings regarding Editing Format 5 (1/2)

List settings regarding Editing Format 5 (2/2)

Lists settings of Driver License parsing

List Page 19

List Page 20

List Page 22

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CREATING ONE-SCAN SETUP BARCODES

The fact is most of the scanner parameters require only one read for setting new values. To facilitate configuring the scanner, you may create One-Scan setup barcodes for use.

The requirements of a One-Scan setup barcode are:

 a prefix of the “#@” characters  the six digits of command parameters  a suffix of the “#”character

For example, the scanner needs reading three setup barcodes for the command parameter “109952” to take effect:

Enter Setup

List Page 3

Update

Now, it requires only one read:

One-Scan Setup Barcode

for 109952

Note: The scanner will restart automatically upon reading the One-Scan setup barcode

for (1) changing the interface or (2) setting memory mode, enable or disable. It will respond with a long beep and its LED will come on-off shortly.

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Chapter 1

UNDERSTANDING THE BARCODE SCANNER

This chapter will guide you through the features of the barcode scanner and how it can function for you.

IN THIS CHAPTER

1.1 Battery..................................................................... 21

1.2 Memory.................................................................... 27

1.3 LED Indicator............................................................ 30

1.4 Beeper..................................................................... 32

1.5 Send “NR” to Host ..................................................... 36

1.6 Scan Modes .............................................................. 37

1.7 Scanning Timeout...................................................... 41

1.8 Delay between Re-read............................................... 42

1.9 Read Redundancy ..................................................... 43

1.10 Addon Security for UPC/EAN Barcodes ........................ 44

1.11 Auto-Sense Mode..................................................... 45

1.12 Negative Barcodes ................................................... 46

1.13 Picklist Mode ........................................................... 47

1.14 Mobile Phone/Display Mode ....................................... 48

1.1 BATTERY

The scanner is powered by a rechargeable 3.7 V/800 mAh Li-ion battery, and it takes approximately 5 hours to fully charge the battery (via the cradle powered by its power adaptor). However, the charging time may vary by working condition. For intensive data collection, you may need to purchase a spare battery for non-stop operation.

Note: The scanner supports power economy. Please refer to “

“Sniff Mode”, as well as “1.4.3 Low Battery Alarm”.

1.1.2 Power Economy”,

1.1.1 TURN ON/OFF THE SCANNER

Turn on the scanner…

After installing the battery, pull the trigger for about 2 seconds. The scanner will respond with a long beep (high tone), and then the LED will become solid red and go off quickly.

Turn off the scanner…

Remove the battery directly or let it turn off automatically in specific circumstances.

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1.1.2 POWER ECONOMY

The scanner features “Power-Saving”, “Auto Power Off” and “Auto Power Off Ignoring Scan Mode” giving consideration to the power issue that is generally critical for Bluetooth-enabled devices. By the scanner’s support of power economy, its power consumption may progress by the following transition:

1) running at full CPU speed at power-on

2) shifting to low CPU speed (Power-Saving)

3) finally shutting down automatically (Auto Power Off)

In the following content of this section , you will be guided throu gh the configurations for the scanner’s power economy.

1.1.2.1 POWER-SAVING

For the scanner to save power, you need to appoint the timing for the scanner to shift to power-saving mode. Make the configuration that best suits your application while noting the following points:

 Power-Saving: 1~254 minutes configurable. 0= Disable.

By default, the scanner stands by at full-speed for 2 minutes after power-on and before entering low-speed mode. If Power-Saving isn’t desired, set it to 0 to disable it. Read the setup barcode in the following to achieve the setup.

Note: Power-Saving setting won’t take effect when the WPAN connection is established

successfully whether via BT HID or SPP.

Power-

1) Read the barcode above to enable the scanner to enter low-speed “Power-Saving”.

2) Assign the time for the scanner to enter low-speed mode by reading the “

Value” barcode on page 237. For example, read “5” for the scanner to enter

low-speed mode after idleness of 5 minutes.

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

aving after

0~254 min. (*2)

Decimal

Note: Power-Saving won’t take effect when one of the following condit ions is met:

(1) the scanner has already established a BT HID/SPP connection, (2) the scanner is in the configuration mode, (3) the scan mode is set to Test Mode, (4) the setting value of Power-Saving is greater than that of Auto Power Off.

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1.1.2.2 AUTO POWER OFF

For the scanner to save power, further to setting up “Power-Saving” mode, you may also need to enable “Auto Power Off”, which deals with a time for the scanner to automatically power off after power-on. Make the configuration that best suits your application while noting the following points:

 Auto Power Off: 1~254 minutes configurable. 0= Disable.

1. By default, the scanner automatically shuts down 10 minutes after power-on.

2. If Auto Power Off isn’t desired, set the parameter to 0 to disable it.

3. When the scan mode is set to Test Mode, you need to enable “Auto Power Off

Ignoring Scan Mode” in addition to enabling “Auto Power Off”. See the following section

Note: When the scanner is set to any scan mode other than Test Mode, you can skip

“Auto Power Off Ignoring Scan Mode”.

1.1.2.3 Auto Power Off Ignoring Scan Mode to achieve auto power off.

Auto Power Off after

0~254 min. (*10)

1) Read the barcode above to enable the scanner to automatically turn off at a specified time after power-on.

2) Assign the auto power off time by reading the “

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237.

For example, read “1” and “5” for the scanner to automatically turn off after idleness of 15 minutes.

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

Note: “Auto Power Off” will not take effect when the scanner is in the configuration

mode.

1.1.2.3 AUTO POWER OFF IGNORING SCAN MODE

This mode is intended only for Test Mode. To force a scanner that is set to Test Mode to automatically power off to save power, you need to finish the following settings:

1. Enable “Auto Power Off” as detailed in the foregoing section

. And set a time for the scanner to automatically power off after power-on.

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1.1.2.2 Auto Power

2. Enable “Auto Power Off Ignoring Scan Mode” by reading the barcode below:

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Enable

*Disable

Read the barcode above to enable/disable automatic power-off for Test Mode.

Note: “Auto Power Off Ignoring Scan Mode” only features enabling and disabling. It

doesn’t feature the setting of auto power-off time. Such setting should be configured in the preceding setup of “Auto Power Off”.

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1.1.3 POWER ECONOMY VS. WPAN CONNECTION

Before the scanner can communicate with the host computer, Bluetooth connection (or WPAN connection) needs to be established. The scanner’s power economy always accommodates itself to the establishment of the WPAN connection.

The following describes how the scanner carries out power economy before and after the establishment of the WPAN connection:

Before establishing a WPAN connection successfully…

1. The scanner stays active for a speci fied period of time (2 minutes by default) for the following scenarios. The CPU runs at full speed, and the LED blinks blue (On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s).

(a) waiting for a connection request from the host (BT SPP Slave Mode) (b) trying to connect to the host (BT HID or BT SPP Master Mode) (c) trying to connect to the cradle

2. If the scanner fails to connect within 2 minutes, it becomes inactive to save power for the remaining period of time (the specified “Auto Power Off” value minus 2 minutes). The CPU starts to run at low speed, and the LED begins to blink red (On/Off ratio 0.3 s: 2.5 s).

Pull the trigger to wake up the scanner when it becomes inactive, and the scanner will become active again.

3. If it fails to connect again and again, and finally stays inactive until the specified Auto Power Off time elapses, the scanner will automatically turn off in order to conserve battery power.

Pull the trigger for about 2 seconds to turn it on again.

Note: For scenarios (a) and (b) in step 1, you may need to search for the scanner again

on your computer.

After establishing a WPAN connection successfully…

1. Once a WPAN connection is established successfully, the scanner will stay active for a specified period of time (2 minutes by default) for data transmission. The CPU runs at full speed, and the LED blinks blue (On/Off ratio 0.02 s: 3 s).

2. If the scanner stays idle for 2 minutes (default), it will then turn inactive to save power for the remaining period of time (the specified “Auto Power Off” value minus 2 minutes). The CPU runs at low speed, and the LED is blinking red (On/Off ratio 0.3 s: 2.5 s).

Pull the trigger to wake up the scanner when it becomes inactive, and then the scanner will stay active again.

 For BT HID or SPP, the scanner automatically shuts down after the configured “Auto Power

Off” time without the transition from full CPU speed to low CPU speed. However, when connecting with the cradle, the scanner will go through the transition in order to save power.

3. If the scanner first becomes i dle and finally stays inactive until the specified Auto Power Off time is up, the scanner will automatically turn off in order to conserve battery power. You will hear three short beeps, tone descending from high to low.

Pull the trigger for about 2 seconds to turn it on again.

 For BT HID, the scanner resumes the connection with the host upon powering on again, as

long as the host application is running. You will hear three short beeps, tone ascending

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from low to high upon the resumption. If the scanner fails to resume the connection, it will try every 5 seconds to re-connect to the host unless you have the scanner read the “Reset Connection” barcode.

 For BT SPP Slave Mode, the scanner waits for the host to re-connect.  For BT SPP Master Mode, the scanner resumes the connection with the host upon

powering on again as long as the host application is running. You will hear three short beeps, tone ascending from low to high upon resumption. If the scanner fails to resume the connection, it will try every 5 seconds to re-connect to the host unless you have the scanner read the “Reset Connection” or “Restore System Defaults” barcode.

 With the use of the cradle, the scanner tries to re-connect to the cradle unless you turn off

the scanner.

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1.2 MEMORY

The collected data can be sent back to a host computer one by one via the WPAN connection or stored in flash memory when the scanner is set to Memory mode.

1.2.1 TRANSMIT BUFFER

By default, transmit buffer is enabled and for use when the scanner is out of connection range. Upon reading a barcode successfully within range, the scanner responds with one short beep (high tone) and its LED indicator becomes solid green and goes off quickly. However, the host computer may not receive the data immediately if getting out of range. With the 10 KB transmit buffer, the scanner can ignore the transmission status and keep on reading barcodes until the buffer is full.

When transmit buffer is enabled…

If the scanner is out of range, it will respond with two short beeps, high-low tone, upon reading a barcode successfully.

When transmit buffer is full, the scanner will respond with one long beep (low tone) and its LED indicator will become solid red and go off quickly. You are advised to get back to range.

When transmit buffer is disabled…

If the scanner is out of range, it will respond with one long beep (l ow tone) and its LED indicator will become solid red and go off quickly. You are advised to get back to range.

*Enable

Disable

Note: The 10 KB transmit buffer on the scanner can hold as many as 640 scans based on

EAN-13 barcodes. Data will be cleared out once the scanner is turned off or running out of battery power!

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1.2.2 MEMORY MODE

The scanner keeps 4 MB flash memory for memory mode operation. When the scanner is in memory mode, it means any real-time connection established with the host is disabled.

Enable

*Disable

Warning: No real-time connection is allowed unless the memory mode is disabled.

Memory Data Delay

You may set a delay between each data record while transmitting data back to the host.

*None

250 ms

500 ms

1 sec

2 sec

3 sec

5 sec

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Send Data

The 4 MB flash memory on the scanner can store up to 246,723 scans based on EAN-13 barcodes. When it is used up, the scanner will respond with two short beeps (high-low tone) as a warning.

You are advised to send data to the host immediately by having the scanner read the “Send Data” barcode below. It will resume the previous WPAN connection with the host temporarily.

Send Data

Clear Data & Confirm

Even though data has been sent back to the host, the flash memory is still occupied unless you erase the memory by having the scanner read two barcodes – “Clear Data” and “Confirm”.

1. Read the “Clear Data” barcode to clear the flash memory.

2. Read the “Confirm” barcode to confirm the action.

Clear Data

Confirm

1.2.3 FREE MEMORY

In memory mode, you can scan the barcode below to show the available capacity of the flash memory in percentage terms.

Spare Memory

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1.3 LED INDICATOR

The triple-color LED on top of the scanner is used to provide feedback for users. For example, the LED becomes solid red and goes off quickly upon powering on or running out of transmit buffer. You may tell the dif ference by the beeps – you will hear a long beep of high tone when powering on the scanner, and a long beep of low tone when the transmit buffer becomes full.

Scanner LED

Red, flashing

Red, solid

Red, flashing

--- ---

--- --- Charging error

--- --- Flashing red (On/Off ratio 0.3 s: 2.5 s) indicates the scanner is

Meaning

 Charging (On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s)  Configuration Mode (On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s)

inactive and its CPU running at low speed to save power —

 No WPAN connection is established after waiting for two

Red, on-off

--- ---

 Power on, with one long beep (high tone, LED on for 1  Data saved to buffer when transmit buffer is enabled and the  Transmit buffer full, with one long beep (low tone)

 Transmit buffer disabled, with one long beep (low tone)  Memory full in memory mode, with two short beeps (high-low

--- --- Green,

on-off

--- Blue,

flashing

--- First, flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s) for two minutes

Good Read, with one short beep (high tone) and beeper pitch and duration programmable

indicates the scanner is waiting for connection, and goes off if no connection is established, then flashing red (On/Off ratio 0.3 s:

2.5 s) indicates the scanner is inactive. It is ready for connection only while the LED is flashing blue —

 SPP Slave: waiting host to connect  HID or SPP Master: trying to connect to host  Using the cradle: trying to connect to the cradle

--- Blue,

flashing

--- Flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.1 s: 0.1 s) indicates the scanner receives a PIN code request from host (flashing more quickly than waiting connection).

minutes

second)

scanner is out of range, with two short beeps (high-low tone)

tone)

--- Blue, flashing

--- Flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.02 s: 3 s) indicates the scanner has established a WPAN connection successfully.

Green, flashing

Flashing blue and green (On/Off ratio 0.1 s: 0.1 s) indicates an error occurs while entering the PIN code. Press the trigger to get ready for re-connecting.

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1.3.1 GOOD READ LED

Enable

Good Read LED

isable

Good Read LED

1.3.2 GOOD READ LED DURATION

By default, the Good Read LED stays on for 40 milliseconds. Specify a value, ranging from 1 to 254 in units of 10 milliseconds.

Good Read LED

Time-out after

.01~2.54 sec.

(*40 ms)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the time interval before the Good Read LED goes off.

2) Read the “

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237. For example, read “1” and “5” for the

Good Read LED to go off after 150 milliseconds.

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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1.4 BEEPER

The scanner has a buzzer to provide feedback for users in various operating conditions.

Beeping

One long beep, high tone Power on, with red LED on (1 second) and off quickly One short beep, high tone

Meaning

Good Read, with green LED on-off quickly

 Programmable, default to 4 KHz

Six short beeps

 High-low tone repeats three

times

Two short beeps, low-high tone Setup barcode read successfully One short beep, high tone

 Enter Configuration Mode, with red LED flashing  Exit Configuration Mode

 More setup barcode required  Input PIN code  Clear PIN code

One short beep, low tone More barcodes required to complete the “output sequence”

requirements of Multi-Barcode Editor, with green LED on-off quickly (Upon completion, same as Good Read.)

One long beep, low tone

 Transmit buffer full, with red LED on-off quickly  Transmit buffer disabled, with red LED on-off quickly  Configuration error (Wrong barcode…)  PIN code input error  Reject random PIN request  Fail to send data in memory mode

Two short beeps, high-low tone

 Data saved to buffer when transmit buffer is enabled

and the scanner is out of range, with red LED on-off quickly

 Memory Mode – Memory full, with red LED on-off quickly

Two short beeps, high tone Low Battery Alarm Two long beeps, high-low tone Multi-Barcode Mode – Buffer full Three short beeps, tone ascending

from low to high Three short beeps, tone ascending

from high to low

 WPAN connection established, with blue LED flashing  WPAN connection resumed, with blue LED flashing

WPAN connection out of range or suspended

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1.4.1 BEEPER VOLUME

Mute

Minimum Volume

Medium Volume

*Maximum Volume

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1.4.2 GOOD READ BEEP

Frequency

8 kHz

*4 kHz

2 kHz

1 kHz

Duration

*Shortest

Shorter

Longer

Longest

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1.4.3 LOW BATTERY ALARM

By default, it will activate the beeper to give a warn ing when the battery capacity runs low. In order to prevent data loss, you are advised to replace the battery immediately when you hear two short beeps (high tone).

No Alarm

*Low Battery Alarm

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1.5 SEND “NR” TO HOST

The scanner can send the “NR” string to the host to notify the No Read event.

Enable

*Disable

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1.6 SCAN MODES

Different scan modes are supported – select the scan mode that best suits the requirements of a specific application. Refer to the comparison table below.

Scan Mode

Always Press

Test mode

Laser mode

Auto Off mode

Auto Power Off mode

Aiming mode

Multi-Barcode mode

Presentation mode

Start to Scan Stop Scanning

trigger once



Hold trigger



Press trigger twice

Release trigger



Press trigger once

Barcode being read

 

Timeout



Note: By default, the scan mode is set to Laser mode.

1.6.1 TEST MODE

The scanner is always scanning.

 Capable of decoding the same barcode repeatedly without removing it, for testing

purpose.

Test Mode

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1.6.2 LASER MODE

The scanner will start scanning once the trigger is held down.

 The scanning won’t stop until (1) a barcode is decoded, (2) the pre-set timeout

expires, or (3) you release the trigger.

Note: Refer to “Scanning Timeout”.

*Laser Mode

1.6.3 AUTO OFF MODE

The scanner will start scanning once the trigger is pressed.

 The scanning won’t stop until (1) a barcode is decoded, or (2) the pre-set timeout

expires.

Note: Refer to “Scanning Timeout”.

Auto Off Mode

1.6.4 AUTO POWER OFF MODE

The scanner will start scanning once the trigger is pressed.

 The scanning won’t stop until the pre-set timeout expires, and, the pre-set timeout

period re-counts after each successful decoding.

Note: Refer to “Delay between Re-read” and “Scanning Timeout”.

Auto Power Off Mode

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1.6.5 AIMING MODE

The scanner will aim at a barcode once the trigger is pressed, and start scanning when the trigger is pressed again within one second.

 The scanning won't stop until (1) a barcode is decoded, or (2) the pre-set timeout

expires.

Aiming Mode

Aiming Timeout

You can limit the aiming time interval (1~15). By default, the scanner time-out is set to 1 second.

Aiming Time-out

fter 1~15 sec.

(*1)

1. Read the barcode above to specify the time interval before aiming ends. (It is set to 1 by

default.)

2. Read the “

to automatically shut down after idleness for 10 seconds.

3. Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237. For example, read “1” and “0” for the scanner

1.6.8 MULTI-BARCODE MODE

The scanner will be scanning as long as the trigger is held down, capable of decoding one single barcode, as well as multiple unique barcodes one at a time. While decoding a bunch of unique barcodes, if a barcode is decoded twice, its subsequent decoding will be ignored and the scanner is expecting another unique barcode.

 The scanning won't stop until you release the trigger.

Multi-Barcode Mode

Note: (1) A barcode is considered unique when its Code Type or data is different from

others. (2) Multi-Barcode Mode has nothing to do with the

Multi-Barcode Editor.

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1.6.7 PRESENTATION MODE

The scanner will be expecting barcodes. Whenever a barcode is brought within range, th e scanner will be able to decode it. It is suggested to seat it in the Auto-Sense Stand for hands-free operation.

Aiming Mode

Low Light Enhancement

Enabling Low Light Enhancement will cause the illumination to remain on at a low power in low lighting conditions.

Enable

*Disable

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1.7 SCANNING TIMEOUT

Specify the scanning time interval (1~254 sec.; 0= Disable) when the scan mode is set to any of the following:

 Laser mode  Auto Off mode  Auto Power Off mode  Aiming mode

Scanner Time-out

fter 0~254 sec.

1) Read the barcode above to specify the time interval before the scan engine times out.

(*10)

2) Read the “

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237. For example, read “1” and “5” for the

scanner to automatically shut down after idleness of 15 seconds.

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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1.8 DELAY BETWEEN RE-READ

This is also referred to as the “Blocking Time”, which is used to prev ent the scanner f rom accidentally reading the same barcode twice when the scan mode is set to any of the following:

 Auto Power Off mode  Presentation mode

100 ms

200 ms

*400 ms

800 ms

1 sec

2 sec

3 sec

5 sec

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1.9 READ REDUNDANCY (1D)

Select the level of reading security. For example,

 If “No Redundancy” is selected, one successful decoding will make the reading valid

and induce the “READER Event”.

 If “Two Times” is selected, it will take a total of three consecut ive successfu l decoding

of the same barcode to make the reading valid. The higher the reading security is (that is, the more redundancy the user selects), the slower the reading speed gets.

It is obvious that the more redundancy you select, the higher the reading security is, and thus, the slower the reading speed becomes. You will have to compromise between reading security and decoding speed.

*No Redundancy

One Time

Two Times

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1.10 ADDON SECURITY FOR UPC/EAN BARCODES

The scanner is capable of decoding a mix of UPC/EAN barcodes with and without addons. The read redundancy (2~30 times) allows changing the number of times to decode a UPC/EAN barcode before transmission. The more redundancy you select, the higher the reading security is, and thus, the slower the reading speed becomes. You will have to compromise between reading security and decoding speed.

Note: UPC/EAN Addon 2 and Addon 5 must be enabled individually for this setting to

take effect.

Addon Security Level

(*2~30)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the read redundancy for UPC/EAN barcodes. (It is set to 0 by default.)

2) Read the “ scanner to re-read the barcode for 12 times.

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237. For example, read “1” and “2” for the

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1.11 AUTO-SENSE MODE

Users can just seat the scanner in the cradle to have it enter Auto-Sense mode. With Auto-Sense mode enabled, it will force the scanner to apply Laser mode as the scan mode; however, it works slightly differently from th e original Laser mode. As the figure illustrated below, now the scanner will be expecting barcodes as long as it is seated in the cradle. Whenever a barcode is brought within the scanning range, the scanner will be able to decode it.

Note: Remove the scanner from the cradle to exit Auto-Sense mode. It will return to

Laser mode. If Laser mode is not desired, proceed to select a scan mode best suits your application.

Note: For Auto-Sense mode to work, you must connect both the power supply cord (1)

and the interface cable (2) to the cradle. A single interface cable drawing power from the USB port is insufficient.

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1.12 NEGATIVE BARCODES

Normally, barcodes are printed with the color of the bars darker than that of the spaces. But for negative barcodes, they are printed in the opposite sense just like negative films. The spaces of negative barcodes are printed with a color darker than that of the bars. You can configure the scanner to be able to read negative barcodes in the following symbologies:

 All 1D symbologies  Data Matrix  QR Code  Aztec

Enable

*Disable

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1.13 PICKLIST MODE

Picklist Mode enables the decoder to decode only the barcodes aligned at the center under the laser aiming pattern.

Enable

*Disable

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1.14 MOBILE PHONE/DISPLAY MODE

By default this mode is disabled. There is a big improvement in reading barcodes displayed on mobile phones and electronic displays when this mode is enabled

*Disable

Enable

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SELECTING OUTPUT INTERFACE

In order to establish a proper connection between your computer and the scanner, we suggest that you follow these instructions –

1) Install the battery and pull the trigger for about 2 seconds to turn on the scanner.

2) Have the scanner read the “Enter Setup” barcode to enter the configuration mode.

3) Have the scanner read the associated barcodes to activate the desired interface.

See the following sections for output interfaces supported.

4) Have the scanner read the barcodes for related settings.

5) Have the scanner read the “Update” barcode to exit the configuration mode.

6) Turn on your computer or laptop and establish a WPAN connection with the scanner.

Refer to

Note: By default, the output interface is set to “BT HID”.

Chapter 3 – Setting up a WPAN Connection.

IN THIS CHAPTER

2.1 BT HID..................................................................... 50

2.2 BT SPP Slave............................................................. 62

2.3 BT SPP Master........................................................... 64

2.4 Keyboard Wedge via the Cradle ................................... 68

2.5 RS-232 via the Cradle ................................................ 79

2.6 USB HID via the Cradle............................................... 84

2.7 USB Virtual COM via the Cradle.................................... 94

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2.1 BT HID

For BT HID, refer to Chapter 3 – Setting up a WPAN Connection for related connection settings. Run any text editor on your computer, and the scann ed data will be tran smitted to the computer.

HID Settings

Keyboard Type PCAT (US) Alphabets Layout Normal Digits Layout Normal Capital Lock Type Normal Capital Lock State Off Alphabets Transmission Case-sensitive Digits Transmission Alphanumeric keypad Inter-Character Delay 0 (ms) Inter-Function Delay 0 (ms)

Defaults

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2.1.1 ACTIVATE BT HID & SELECT KEYBOARD TYPE

When BT HID interface is activated, you will have to select a keyboard ty pe to complete this setting. By default, BT HID is activated on the scanner, and the keyboard type is set to PCAT (US).

Activate BT HID &

Select Keyboard

Type…

1) Read the barcode above to activate BT HID and select a keyboard type.

2) Read the “

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237. Refer to the table below for the

number of desired keyboard type.

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

BT HID

By default, the keyboard type is set to PCAT (US). The following keyboard types are supported —

No. Keyboard Type No. Keyboard Type

64 PCAT (US) 72 PCAT (Spanish) 65 PCAT (French) 73 PCAT (Portuguese) 66 PCAT (German) 74 PS55 A01-2 (Japanese) 67 PCAT (Italy) 75 User-defined table 68 PCAT (Swedish) 76 PCAT (Turkish) 69 PCAT (Norwegian) 77 PCAT (Hungarian) 70 PCAT (UK) 78 PCAT (Swiss German) 71 PCAT (Belgium) 79 PCAT (Danish)

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2.1.2 RESET CONNECTION

For BT HID, you can only have the scanner connected to one computer at a time. If you want to connect the scanner to another host, you must have it read the “Reset Connection” barcode so that the current connection record will be cleared. Then, the scanner will restart itself automatically. Go through the whole process in

Dongle

to establish a new connection.

Reset Connection

Note: The “Restore System Defaults” barcode will have the current connection record

cleared as well.

3.2.3 Connect to

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2.1.3 KEYBOARD SETTINGS

 Alphabets Layout  Digits Layout  Capital Lock Type  Capital Lock Setting  Alphabets Transmission  Digits Transmission  Kanji Transmission

Note: BT HID does not support these functions on PDAs – (1) Capital Lock Setting: Auto

Detection (2) Digits Transmission: Numeric Key

Alphabets Layout

By default, the alphabets layout is set to normal mode, also known as the standard English layout. Select French or German keyboard layout if necessary. The scanner will make adjustments when sending the "A", "Q", "W", "Z", "Y", and "M" characters according to this setting.

*Normal

AZERTY

QWERTZ

Note: This setting only works when the keyboard type selected is US k eyboard, such as

PCAT (US). The Alphabets Layout and Digits Layout setting must match your keyboard.

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US Keyboard Style – Normal

QWERTY layout, which is normally used in western countries.

 Select “Lower Row” for the “Digits Layout” setting for the upper row is for special characters.

French Keyboard Style – AZERTY

French layout; see below for French Keyboard Style.

 Select “Upper Row” for the “Digits Layout” setting for the lower row is for special characters.

German Keyboard Layout – QWERTZ

German layout; see below for German Keyboard Style.

 Select “Lower Row” for the “Digits Layout” setting for the upper row is for special characters.

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Digits Layout

Select a proper layout that matches the alphabets layout. The scanner will make adjustments according to this setting.

Options Description

Normal Depends on the [Shift] key or [Shift Lock] setting Lower Row For QWERTY or QWERTZ keyboard Upper Row For AZERTY keyboard

*Normal

Upper Row

Lower Row

Note: This setting is to be used with the Character Substitution setting when support to

certain keyboard types (languages) is unavailable but required.

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Capital Lock Type & Setting

In order to send the alphabets with correct case, the scanner needs to know the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard. Incorrect settings may result in reversed case of the alphabets being transmitted.

Cap Lock Type Description

Normal Normal type Capital Lock When enabled, the keys of alphabetic characters will be interpreted as

capital letters. However, this does not affect the number or punctuation keys.

Shift Lock When enabled, the keys of alphabetic characters will be interpreted as

capital letters. In addition, this affects the number or punctuation keys.

*Normal

Shift Lock

Capital Lock

Capital Lock State Description

Capital Lock OFF Assuming that the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard is OFF,

transmitted characters are exactly the same as in the barcode (when "case-sensitive" is selected for Alphabets Transmission).

Capital Lock ON Assuming that the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard is ON, transmitted

characters are exactly the same as in the barcode (when "case-sensitive" is selected for Alphabets Transmission).

 Refer to the Capital Lock Type above.

Auto Detection

he scanner will automatically detect the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard before data is transmitted; transmitted characters are exactly the same as in the barcode (when "case-sensitive" is selected for Alphabets Transmission).

 This setting is not supported on PDAs.

Auto Detect

Capital Lock ON

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*Capital Lock OFF

Alphabets Transmission

By default, the alphabets transmission is case-sensitive, meaning that the alphabets will be transmitted according to their original case, the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard, as well as the Capital Lock setting. Select [Ignore Case] to have alphabets transmitted according to the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard only.

Ignore Case

*Case-sensitive

efer to 5.1 Letter Case.

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Digits Transmission

By default, the alphanumeric keypad is used for transmitting digits. Select “Numeric Keypad” if you wish to use the keys on the numeric keypad.

Numeric Key

*Alphanumeric Key

Note: If you select “Numeric Keypad”, the Num Lock status of the physical keyboard

should be “ON”. This setting is not supported on PDAs.

Kanji Transmission

Kanji Transmission is supported by the scanner when either Bluetooth HID, Keyboard Wedge via 3656 or USB HID via 3656 is selected for the output interface. By Kanji Transmission, when the host computer is running on Japanese Windows O.S., the scanner is able to transmit Japanese characters including the Chinese characters used in modern Japanese writing system.

Kanji Transmission is disabled by default. Enable/disable scanner’s Kanji Transmission by reading the following barcodes:

Enable

*Disable

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2.1.4 INTER-CHARACTER DELAY

By default, the inter-character delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254 in units of millisecond, to match the computer response time of the keyboard interface. Such delay time is inserted between every character being transmitted. The longer the delay time is, the slower the transmission speed will be.

Inter-Character Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the inter-character delay.

2) Read the “

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237 for the desired inter-character delay

(millisecond).

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

2.1.5 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

By default, the inter-function delay is set to zero. Specify a value, rangin g from 0 to 254 in units of millisecond, to match the computer response time of the keyboard interface. Such delay time is inserted between every function code (0x01 ~ 0x1F) being transmitted. The longer the delay time is, the slower the transmission speed will be.

Inter-Function

Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the inter-function delay.

2) Read the “

(millisecond).

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237 for the desired inter-function delay

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2.1.6 HID CHARACTER TRANSMIT MODE

By default, HID interface sends data to the host in batch. You may have the scanner read the “By Character” barcode to process data one character at a time.

*Batch Processing

By Character

Note: “By Character” transmit mode is required when working with iPhone or iPad.

2.1.7 SPECIAL KEYBOARD FEATURE

By default, this interface employs special function codes (0x01 ~ 0x1F) defined in the Keyboard Wedge Table. However, users may want to get rid of these special codes within the barcodes to avoid data error. You can decide whether to apply the special keyboard feature. For further details please refer to

Keyboard Wedge Table.

*Apply

Bypass

2.1.8 KEYPAD SUPPORT FOR IPHONE/IPAD

When the scanner has been successfully connected to iPhone or iPad for data collection, the onscreen keypad of iPhone or iPad will disappear.

Have the scanner read the following barcode to show or hide the keypad if necessary.

Show or Hide Keypad

Note: This function only works for

(1) iPhone 4 and 3GS version 4.1 or later, and (2) iPad version 4.2 or later.

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2.1.9 TRANSMIT SPEED

By default, the BT HID transmit speed is set to normal. Users can have the scanner work in quicker transmit speed by reading the Fast barcode.

*Normal

Fast

2.1.10 SIMPLE PAIRING FOR IPHONE/IPAD

The window requiring pairing passcode is always pop-up when you are using a

Bluetooth

quickly, scan the barcode below to enable Bluetooth

connection to an iPhone or iPad. To connect to iOS-based devices more

simple pairing so that the passcode-required window will not show up when establishing a connection. By default, this function is set to Disable.

*Disable

Enable

Note: Simple pairing only supports to devices with Bluetooth® v2.1 or later.

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2.2 BT SPP SLAVE

For BT SPP Slave, refer to Chapter 3 – Setting up a WPAN Connection for related connection settings.

2.2.1 ACTIVATE BT SPP SLAVE MODE

Scan this barcode to have the scanner get into SPP Slave Mode.

Activate BT SPP,

Slave Mode

2.2.2 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

Inter-Function

Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the inter-function delay.

2) Read the “

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237 for the desired inter-function delay

(millisecond).

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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2.2.3 ACK/NAK TIMEOUT

By default, the scanner sends data to the host without waiting for an ACK/NAK response before sending more data. Specify a value, ranging from 1 to 99 in units of 0.1 second . If no response within the specified period of time, the scanner will attempt to send the same data two more times. If all three attempts fail without any notification, data loss will occur.

ACK/NAK Time-out

after … (*0~99)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the time interval for the scanner to send data and

wait for a response from the host.

2) Read the “

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237. For example, read “1” and “0” for the

scanner to automatically shut down after idleness of 1 second.

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

ACK/NAK Error Beep

Enable Error Beep

*Disable Error Beep

Note: We suggest enabling the error beep so that you will be notified of such data loss

and have the scanner re-read data.

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2.3 BT SPP MASTER

As a SPP master device, the scanner will be able to resume connection with the host upon powering on again, as long as the host application is running. If the scanner fails to resume connection, it will try every 5 seconds to re-connect to the host unless you have the scanner read the “Reset Connection” or “Restore System Defaults” barcode.

For BT SPP Master, refer

3.2.2 Configure Related Settings for related connection settings.

Note: In SPP Master Mode, if the scanner fails to re-connect within the specified p eriod

of time (2 minutes by default), the scanner will become inactive to save power. Once the re-connection is established successfully , the scann er will not go through transition from full CPU speed to low CPU speed even though it is idle during the specified time interval for Auto Power Off. It will aut omatically turn off when the time is up. Refer to

1.1.3 Power Economy vs. WPAN Connection.

2.3.1 ACTIVATE BT SPP MASTER MODE

This is SPP Master Mode.

Activate BT SPP,

Master Mode

How to connect with the target device?

Produce two setup barcodes for the target SPP slave device, just like what we do for the cradle.

 “Set Connection”  “MAC ID”

Note: The “MAC ID” barcode must have a prefix of two characters, either “0x” or “0X”,

followed by the real MAC address of the target device.

Usage:

1. Read the “Activate BT SPP, Master Mode” barcode above and barcodes for connection settings,

such as authentication and preset PIN. Skip this step if no connection settings are desired.

2. Read the “Set Connection” and “MAC ID ” barcodes. The scanner will respond with one beep

upon reading each of the barcodes.

Set Connection

refix “0X” to target MAC address

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Note: Read the “Set Connection” barcode first, and then the “MAC ID” barcode within 10

seconds.

Instead of producing the “MAC ID” barcode, you may have the scanner read the setup barcodes for entering the MAC address.

 Have the scanner read the “Abort” barcode to cancel the operation at any time whil e reading

setup barcodes for the MAC address. If the MAC address has not be en completed yet, having the scanner read the “Validate” barcode can cancel the operation as well.

Enter MAC ID in

Hexadecimal…

Usage:

1. Read the barcode above.

2. Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 238 for the desired MAC address.

3. Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

Exit SPP Master Mode

To stop such re-connection, have the scanner read “Reset Connection” or “Restore System Defaults” barcode so that the current connection record (= MAC ID) will be cleared. Then, the scanner will restart itself automatically. Go through the whole process in to establish a new WPAN connection.

Reset Connection

3.2.3 Connect to Dongle

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2.3.2 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

Inter-Function

Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the inter-function delay.

2) Read the “

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237 for the desired inter-function delay

(millisecond).

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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2.3.3 ACK/NAK TIMEOUT

ACK/NAK Time-out

after … (*0~99)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the time interval for the scanner to send data and

wait for a response from the host.

2) Read the “

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237. For example, read “1” and “0” for the

scanner to automatically shut down after idleness of 1 second.

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

ACK/NAK Error Beep

Enable Error Beep

*Disable Error Beep

Note: We suggest enabling the error beep so that you will be notified of such data loss

and have the scanner re-read data.

2.3.4 SWITCH BETWEEN MASTER/SLAVE MODE

After the scanner has established a connection as a SPP slave device, you may have it read the “Activate BT SPP, Master Mode” setup barcode to switch to SPP Master Mode. This will result in easy and reliable re-connection, just like connecting with the cradle.

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2.4 KEYBOARD WEDGE VIA THE CRADLE

The Y cable allows you to connect the scanner via the cradle to the keyboard input port of PC and you may join the keyboard as well. The scanned data will be tran smitted to the host keyboard port as if it is manually entered via the keyboard. For example, ru n a text editor on your computer to receive the data.

Keyboard Wedge Settings

Keyboard Type PCAT (US) Alphabets Layout Normal Digits Layout Normal Capital Lock Type Normal Capital Lock State Off Alphabets Transmission Case-sensitive Digits Transmission Alphanumeric keypad Alternate Composing No Laptop Support Disable Inter-Character Delay 0 (ms) Inter-Function Delay 0 (ms)

Defaults

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2.4.1 ACTIVATE KEYBOARD WEDGE & SELECT KEYBOARD TYPE

When Keyboard Wedge interface is activated, you will have to select a keyboard type to complete this setting.

Activate the

cradle Keyboard

Wedge & Select Keyboard Type…

1) Read this barcode above to activate Keyboard Wedge and select a keyboard type.

2) Read the “

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237. Refer to the table below for the

number of desired keyboard type.

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

Keyboard Wedge via the Cradle

By default, the keyboard type is set to PCAT (US). The following keyboard types are supported when using the cradle with the keyboard wedge cable provided —

No. Keyboard Type No. Keyboard Type

1 PCAT (US) 18 PS55 001-3 2 PCAT (French) 19 PS55 001-8A 3 PCAT (German) 20 PS55 002-1, 003-1 4 PCAT (Italian) 21 PS55 002-81, 003-81 5 PCAT (Swedish) 22 PS55 002-2, 003-2 6 PCAT (Norwegian) 23 PS55 002-82, 003-82 7 PCAT (UK) 24 PS55 002-3, 003- 3 8 PCAT (Belgium) 25 PS55 002-8A, 003-8A 9 PCAT (Spanish) 26 IBM 3477 Type 4 (Japanese) 10 PCAT (Portuguese) 27 PS2-30 11 PS55 A01-1 28 IBM 34XX/319X, Memorex Telex 122 Keys 12 PS55 A01-2 (Japanese) 29 User-defined table 13 PS55 A01-3 30 PCAT (Turkish) 14 PS55 001-1 31 PCAT (Hungarian) 15 PS55 001-81 32 PCAT (Swiss German) 16 PS55 001-2 33 PCAT (Danish) 17 PS55 001-82

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2.4.2 KEYBOARD SETTINGS

 Alphabets Layout  Digits Layout  Capital Lock Type  Capital Lock Setting  Alphabets Transmission  Digits Transmission  Alternate Composing  Laptop Support

Alphabets Layout

*Normal

AZERTY

QWERTZ

Note: This setting only works when the keyboard type selected is US k eyboard, such as

PCAT (US). The Alphabets Layout and Digits Layout setting must match your keyboard.

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US Keyboard Style – Normal

QWERTY layout, which is normally used in western countries.

 Select “Lower Row” for the “Digits Layout” setting for the upper row is for special characters.

French Keyboard Style – AZERTY

French layout; see below for French Keyboard Style.

 Select “Upper Row” for the “Digits Layout” setting for the lower row is for special characters.

German Keyboard Layout – QWERTZ

German layout; see below for German Keyboard Style.

 Select “Lower Row” for the “Digits Layout” setting for the upper row is for special characters.

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Digits Layout

Select a proper layout that matches the alphabets layout. The scanner will make adjustments according to this setting.

Options Description

Normal Depends on the [Shift] key or [Shift Lock] setting Lower Row For QWERTY or QWERTZ keyboard Upper Row For AZERTY keyboard

*Normal

Upper Row

Lower Row

Note: This setting is meant to be used with the Alphabets Layout; and perhaps with the

Character Substitution setting when support to certain keyboard types (languages) is unavailable but required.

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Capital Lock Type & Setting

In order to send the alphabets with correct case, the scanner needs to know the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard. Incorrect settings may result in reversed case of the alphabets being transmitted.

Cap Lock Type Description

Normal Normal type Capital Lock When enabled, the keys of alphabetic characters will be interpreted as

capital letters. However, this does not affect the number or punctuation keys.

Shift Lock When enabled, the keys of alphabetic characters will be interpreted as

capital letters. In addition, this affects the number or punctuation keys.

*Normal

Shift Lock

Capital Lock

Capital Lock State Description

Capital Lock OFF Assuming that the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard is OFF,

transmitted characters are exactly the same as in the barcode (when "case-sensitive" is selected for Alphabets Transmission).

Capital Lock ON Assuming that the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard is ON, transmitted

characters are exactly the same as in the barcode (when "case-sensitive" is selected for Alphabets Transmission).

 Refer to the Capital Lock Type above.

Auto Detection

Auto Detect

Capital Lock ON

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Alphabets Transmission

Ignore Case

*Case-sensitive

efer to 5.1 Letter Case.

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Digits Transmission

By default, the alphanumeric keypad is used for transmitting digits. Select “Numeric Keypad” if you wish to use the keys on the numeric keypad.

Numeric Key

*Alphanumeric Key

Note: If you select “Numeric Keypad”, the Num Lock status of the physical keyboard

should be “ON”.

Kanji Transmission

Kanji Transmission is supported by the scanner when either Bluetooth HID, Keyboard Wedge via the cradle or USB HID via the cradle is selected for the output interface. By Kanji Transmission, when the host computer is running on Japanese Windows O.S., the scanner is able to transmit Japanese characters including the Chinese characters used in modern Japanese writing system.

Kanji Transmission is disabled by default. Enable/disable scanner’s Kanji Transmission by reading the following barcodes:

Enable

*Disable

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ALT Composing

By default, Alternate key composing is disabled. Select [Yes] to allow emul ating Alternate key code of a specific keyboard character. For example, [Alt] + [065] will be sent to host for the character “A” regardless the keyboard type you are using.

Yes

*No

Laptop Support

By default, laptop support is disabled. It is suggested to enable this feature if you connect the wedge cable to a laptop without an external keyboard being inter-connected.

Enable

*Disable

2.4.3 INTER-CHARACTER DELAY

Inter-Character Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the inter-character delay.

2) Read the “

(millisecond).

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237 for the desired inter-character delay

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2.4.4 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

Inter-Function

Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the inter-function delay.

2) Read the “

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237 for the desired inter-function delay

(millisecond).

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

2.4.5 SPECIAL KEYBOARD FEATURE

Keyboard Wedge Table.

*Apply

Bypass

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2.5 RS-232 VIA THE CRADLE

Use the RS-232 cable to connect the scanner via the cradle to the serial port of PC, and connect the power supply cord. The associated RS-232 parameters must match those configured on the computer. You may run HyperTerminal.exe on your computer, and the scanned data will be transmitted to the computer.

RS-232 Settings

Baud Rate, Data Bit, Parity, Stop Bit 115200 bps, 8 bits, No parity, 1 stop bit Flow Control None Inter-Character Delay 0 (ms) Inter-Function Delay 0 (ms) ACK/NAK Timeout 0 ACK/NAK Beep Disable

Defaults

2.5.1 ACTIVATE RS-232 INTERFACE

Activate the cradle

RS-232 Interface

2.5.2 BAUD RATE

*115200 bps

57600 bps

38400 bps

19200 bps

9600 bps

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2.5.3 DATA BITS

4800 bps

2400 bps

1200 bps

600 bps

*8 bits

2.5.4 PARITY

7 bits

*No parity

Even

Odd

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2.5.5 STOP BIT

2 stop bits

*1 stop bit

2.5.6 FLOW CONTROL

By default, there is no flow control in use. Select the flow control (handshake) method.

Options

No No flow control Scanner Ready The scanner will activate the RTS signal upon powering on. After each good

Data Ready The RTS signal will be activated after each good read. The scanner will then

Inverted Data Ready It works the same as the Data Ready flow control except that the RTS signal

Description

read, the scanner will then wait for the CTS signal to become active. Data will not be sent until the CTS signal becomes active.

wait for the CTS signal to become active. Data will not be sent until the CTS signal becomes active.

level is inverted.

*None

Scanner Ready

Data Ready

Invert Data

Ready

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2.5.7 INTER-CHARACTER DELAY

By default, the inter-character delay is zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254 in units of millisecond, to match the computer response time. Su ch delay time is inserted between every character being transmitted. The longer the delay time is, the slower the transmission speed will be.

Inter-Character Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the inter-character delay.

2) Read the “

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237 for the desired inter-character delay

(millisecond).

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

2.5.8 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

Inter-Function

Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read this barcode above to specify the inter-function delay.

2) Read the “

(millisecond).

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237 for the desired inter-function delay

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2.5.9 ACK/NAK TIMEOUT

ACK/NAK

Time-out after …

(*0~99)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the time interval for the scanner to send data and wait for a response from the host.

2) Read the “

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237. For example, read “1” and “0” for the

scanner to automatically shut down after idleness off 1 second.

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

ACK/NAK Error Beep

Enable Error Beep

*Disable Error

Beep

Note: We suggest enabling the error beep so that you will be notified of such data loss

and have the scanner re-read data.

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2.6 USB HID VIA THE CRADLE

For USB HID, use the USB cable to connect the scanner via the cradle to the USB port of PC and connect the power supply cord. Run any text editor on your computer, and the scanned data will be transmitted to the computer.

Warning: When the cradle is solely on USB power, the provided current may be

insufficient for it to function normally. You must connect the power supply cord.

HID Settings Defaults

Keyboard Type PCAT (US) Digits Layout Normal Capital Lock Type Normal Capital Lock State Off Alphabets Transmission Case-sensitive Digits Transmission Alphanumeric keypad Inter-Character Delay 0 (ms) Inter-Function Delay 0 (ms)

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2.6.1 ACTIVATE USB HID & SELECT KEYBOARD TYPE

When USB HID interface is activated, you will have to select a keyboard ty pe to complete this setting.

Activate

the cradle USB HID &

Select Keyboard

Type…

1) Read the barcode above to activate USB HID and select a keyboard type.

2) Read the “

Decimal Value” barcode on page 237. Refer to the table below for the

number of desired keyboard type.

3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

USB HID

By default, the keyboard type is set to PCAT (US). The following keyboard types are supported —

No. Keyboard Type No. Keyboard Type

64 PCAT (US) 72 PCAT (Spanish) 65 PCAT (French) 73 PCAT (Portuguese) 66 PCAT (German) 74 PS55 A 01-2 (Japanese) 67 PCAT (Italy) 75 User-defined table 68 PCAT (Swedish) 76 PCAT (Turkish) 69 PCAT (Norwegian) 77 PCAT (Hungarian) 70 PCAT (UK) 78 PCAT (Swiss German) 71 PCAT (Belgium) 79 PCAT (Danish)

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2.6.2 KEYBOARD SETTINGS

 Alphabets Layout  Digits Layout  Capital Lock Type  Capital Lock Setting  Alphabets Transmission  Digits Transmission

Alphabets Layout

*Normal

AZERTY

QWERTZ

Note: This setting only works when the keyboard type selected is US k eyboard, such as

PCAT (US). The Alphabets Layout and Digits Layout setting must match your keyboard.

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US Keyboard Style – Normal

QWERTY layout, which is normally used in western countries.

 Select “Lower Row” for the “Digits Layout” setting for the upper row is for special characters.

French Keyboard Style – AZERTY

French layout; see below for French Keyboard Style.

 Select “Upper Row” for the “Digits Layout” setting for the lower row is for special characters.

German Keyboard Layout – QWERTZ

German layout; see below for German Keyboard Style.

 Select “Lower Row” for the “Digits Layout” setting for the upper row is for special characters.

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Digits Layout

Select a proper layout that matches the alphabets layout. The scanner will make adjustments according to this setting.

Options Description

Normal Depends on the [Shift] key or [Shift Lock] setting Lower Row For QWERTY or QWERTZ keyboard Upper Row For AZERTY keyboard

*Normal

Upper Row

Lower Row

Note: This setting is to be used with the Character Substitution setting when support to

certain keyboard types (languages) is unavailable but required.

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Capital Lock Type & Setting

In order to send the alphabets with correct case, the scanner needs to know the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard. Incorrect settings may result in reversed case of the alphabets being transmitted.

Cap Lock Type Description

Normal Normal type Capital Lock When enabled, the keys of alphabetic characters will be interpreted as

capital letters. However, this does not affect the number or punctuation keys.

Shift Lock When enabled, the keys of alphabetic characters will be interpreted as

capital letters. In addition, this affects the number or punctuation keys.

*Normal

Shift Lock

Capital Lock

Capital Lock State Description

Capital Lock OFF Assuming that the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard is OFF,

transmitted characters are exactly the same as in the barcode (when "case-sensitive" is selected for Alphabets Transmission).

Capital Lock ON Assuming that the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard is ON, transmitted

characters are exactly the same as in the barcode (when "case-sensitive" is selected for Alphabets Transmission).

 Refer to the Capital Lock Type above.

Auto Detection

Auto Detect

Capital Lock ON

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*Capital Lock OFF

Alphabets Transmission

Ignore Case

*Case-sensitive

efer to 5.1 Letter Case.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

IMPORTANT NOTICES

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CARE & MAINTENANCE

INTRODUCTION

GETTING FAMILIARIZED WITH METAPACE S-22 AND THE CRADLE

INSTALLING THE BATTERY TO METAPACE S-22

SETTING UP THE CRADLE

CHARGING THE BATTERY VIA THE CRADLE

INSIDE THE PACKAGE

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

SYMBOLOGIES SUPPORTED

QUICK START

ENTERING CONFIGURATION MODE

EXITING CONFIGURATION MODE

DEFAULT SETTINGS

SAVE USER SETTINGS AS DEFAULTS

RESTORE USER DEFAULTS

RESTORE SYSTEM DEFAULTS

READING A SETUP BARCODE

CONFIGURE PARAMETERS

LIST THE CURRENT SETTINGS

CREATING ONE-SCAN SETUP BARCODES

UNDERSTANDING THE BARCODE SCANNER

1.1 BATTERY

1.1.1 TURN ON/OFF THE SCANNER

1.1.2 POWER ECONOMY

1.1.2.1 POWER-SAVING

1.1.2.2 AUTO POWER OFF

1.1.2.3 AUTO POWER OFF IGNORING SCAN MODE

1.1.3 POWER ECONOMY VS. WPAN CONNECTION

1.2 MEMORY

1.2.1 TRANSMIT BUFFER

1.2.2 MEMORY MODE

1.2.3 FREE MEMORY

1.3 LED INDICATOR

1.3.1 GOOD READ LED

1.3.2 GOOD READ LED DURATION

1.4 BEEPER

1.4.1 BEEPER VOLUME

1.4.2 GOOD READ BEEP

1.4.3 LOW BATTERY ALARM

1.5 SEND “NR” TO HOST

1.6 SCAN MODES

1.6.1 TEST MODE

1.6.2 LASER MODE

1.6.3 AUTO OFF MODE

1.6.4 AUTO POWER OFF MODE

1.6.5 AIMING MODE

1.6.8 MULTI-BARCODE MODE

1.6.7 PRESENTATION MODE

1.7 SCANNING TIMEOUT

1.8 DELAY BETWEEN RE-READ

1.9 READ REDUNDANCY (1D)

1.10 ADDON SECURITY FOR UPC/EAN BARCODES

1.11 AUTO-SENSE MODE

1.12 NEGATIVE BARCODES

1.13 PICKLIST MODE

1.14 MOBILE PHONE/DISPLAY MODE

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2.1 BT HID

2.1.1 ACTIVATE BT HID & SELECT KEYBOARD TYPE

2.1.2 RESET CONNECTION

2.1.3 KEYBOARD SETTINGS

2.1.4 INTER-CHARACTER DELAY

2.1.5 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

2.1.6 HID CHARACTER TRANSMIT MODE

2.1.7 SPECIAL KEYBOARD FEATURE

2.1.8 KEYPAD SUPPORT FOR IPHONE/IPAD

2.1.9 TRANSMIT SPEED

2.1.10 SIMPLE PAIRING FOR IPHONE/IPAD

2.2 BT SPP SLAVE

2.2.1 ACTIVATE BT SPP SLAVE MODE

2.2.2 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

2.2.3 ACK/NAK TIMEOUT

2.3 BT SPP MASTER

2.3.1 ACTIVATE BT SPP MASTER MODE