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CONTENTS

Preface: About this Guide ....................................................................................v

Style Conventions..........................................................................................vi

Document Conventions.........................................................................vi

Keys and Keystroke Conventions...........................................................vi

Radio Frequency Interference.......................................................................vii

Chapter1: Introduction & Quick Start Guide................................................... 1

Overview........................................................................................................2

Getting Started Quickly.................................................................................4

Chapter2: About the PT2000 and TopGun...................................................... 7

The PT2000........................................................... ...... ...... ............................8

TopGun.........................................................................................................9

The Keypad........................................... ...... .................................................10

Data Keys.............................................................. ...... ..........................11

Function Keys.......................................................................................12

Action Keys...........................................................................................12

The Display Screen................................................. ......................................13

The Virtual Display.................................... ..... ...... ................................13

Displaying Information about the Portable ...........................................15

The Beeper........................... ...... ...... ............................................................15

The Auto-Off Feature........................................ ...........................................16

The PT Dock................................... ..... ...... .................................................16

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Contents

Chapter3: Using the PT2000 and TopGun with PALPRO ........................17

Getting Started.............................................................................................18

Attaching an Input Device to the PT2000.............................................18

Turning On the Portable.......................................................................19

Setting the Time and Date ....................................................................19

Setting a Password.................................................................................20

Collecting Data.............................. ...... .........................................................21

Using the Portable as a Keyboard Wedge...............................................21

Using PALPRO.....................................................................................23

DESCRIPT...........................................................................................35

INVMODEM.......................................................................................42

TIMESTMP..........................................................................................44

Reviewing the Collected Data.......................................................................47

Uploading Data to the Host PC...................................................................49

Serial Configuration..............................................................................49

Keyboard Wedge Configuration............................................................51

Removing Collected Data from Memory......................................................52

Turning Off the Portable..............................................................................53

Resetting the Portable...................................................................................54

Care and Cleaning........................................................................................55

Chapter4: Programming the PT2000 and TopGun ...................................57

Overview ......................................................................................................58

Using Programming Utilities........................................................................59

PERCPROG.........................................................................................59

PDPROG..............................................................................................62

Using Predefined Defaults............................................................................63

Using Bar Codes...........................................................................................64

Guidelines for Creating Programming Bar Codes..................................64

Using Multiple Bar Codes.....................................................................65

General Programming Parameters.............................. ...... ...... .......................66

Setting the Hour Format, Time, and Date.............................................67

Serial Parameters...........................................................................................68

Xmodem Protocol.................................................................................68

Code 39 and ASCII Equivalents for Serial Characters............................70

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Chapter5: Transferring Data With PSC Utilities...........................................71

Overview......................................................................................................72

Using Portable File Transfer Program (PTFER)...........................................73

Installing & Setting up PTFER.............................................................73

Uploading a File.......................................................... ..... ...... ...............74

Downloading a File...............................................................................76

Changing Settings.................................................................................76

Setting Command Line Options...........................................................78

Using PDTFER............................................................................................80

Using MACTFER........................................................................................81

Using UPDTFER.........................................................................................83

Programming Parameters .............................................................85

Overview......................................................................................................86

Appendix F: Full Keyboard Support ..................................................................... 93

Overview......................................................................................................94

Appendix G: The TopGun Module .........................................................................99

Attaching the TopGun Module tothe PT2000..........................................100

Changing TopGun to a Left-Handed Model..............................................103

Laser Specifications and Labeling................................................................105

Appendix H: The PT Dock ......................................................................................107

About the PT Dock....................................................................................108

Setting Up the Dock ..................................................................................108

Attaching the Dock Adapter to the Portable........................................108

Attaching the PT Dock to a Computer...............................................110

About the Power Adapter....................................................................112

Using the PT Dock....................................................................................113

Recharging the Portable’s Batteries .....................................................113

Maintenance .......................................................................................113

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Contents

Appendix I: Batteries ..............................................................................................115

Alkaline Batteries........................................................................................116

NiCd Battery Pack......................................................................................117

Recharging the NiCd Battery Pack......................................................119

Storing the NiCd Battery Pack............................................................120

Lithium Backup Battery..............................................................................120

Low Battery Indication...............................................................................121

NiCd Battery Pack or Alkaline Batteries..............................................121

Backup Battery....................................................................................121

Appendix J: Connector Configurations............................................................ 123

Bar Code & Magnetic Stripe Reader Connector.........................................124

Interface Cable Connector..........................................................................125

PT Dock.....................................................................................................126

Appendix K: Programming Ba r Codes..............................................................127

Predefined Defaults....................................................................................128

Code 39................................... ..................................................................128

Interleaved 2 of 5.......................................................................................130

Codabar.....................................................................................................132

Code 93................................... ..................................................................134

UPC-A ......................................................................................................135

UPC-E.......................................................................................................136

EAN/JAN..................................................................................................137

UPC/EAN/JAN Extensions.......................................................................138

Code 128....................................... ............................................................138

Other Controls..........................................................................................140

Clock and Calendar...................................................................................143

Serial Parameters........................................................................................143

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Preface:

About this Guide

PREFACE CONTENTS

Style Conventions............................... .................... .viii

Document Conventions.......................................viii

Keys and Keystroke Conventions..........................viii

Radio Frequ e ncy Interference........................ ............ ix

Technical Support .......................................................x

About this Guide

Style Conventions

Document Con ventions

Formatting conventions are used throughout this guide as a method of providing consistency for notes, cautions, and warnings.

Notes Notes appear throughout the manual to provide additional information

on a topic, including technical details, exceptions to instructions and other pertinent infor m ation. These notes are identified by the notepad symbol and bold italics text.

Cautions Cautions appear when there is information for the user that is strongly

recommended. They are identified by the exclamation mark in a triangle and bold italics text. This text appears in gold bold italics text if the user is viewing the manual in electronic PDF form on their computer.

Warnings Warnings appear when there is something of extreme importance for

the user to know prior to proceeding. They are identified by the exclamation mark in a triangle and bold italics text. This text appears in

red bold italics text if the user is viewing the manual in electronic PDF

form on their computer.

Keys and Keystroke Co nventions

Portable keys and keystroke conventions are used throughout this manual to identify the difference between a key on the portable and keystrokes input by the user. Brackets such as: a portable data terminal. Data or keystrokes e ntered by the user, and filenames or directories are presented in a

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<Scan> indicate a key on

monospaced typeface.

Radio Frequency Interference

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation. This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la Classe A est confirme à la norme

NMB-003 du Canada. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for

a Class A digital device, pu rsuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with these instructions, may cause harmf u l interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equi pment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from

which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for

help.

Radio Frequency Interference

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About this Guide

Technical Support

PSC Website Technical Support

The most comprehensive source for technical support and information for PSC products is the PSC website: product support, product r egistr ation, warra nty informati on, answers to frequently asked questions (product FAQs), product manuals, product tech notes, software updates, patches, demos, and instru ctions for returning products for repair.

Reseller Technical Support

Another excellent source for technical assistance and information is an authorized PSC reseller. A reseller is directly acquainted with specific types of businesses, application software, and computer systems and, therefore, is in the best position to provide individualized assistance.

E-Mail Technical Support

www.pscnet.com. The site offers

If the solution to a technical support question is not available thro ugh the PSC website or a local reseller, contact PSC technical support directly via E-mail at

TechSupport@pscnet.com.

Tele phone Technical Su pport

For those without E-mail access, call toll-free in the USA 1 (800) 5472507 or (541) 683-5700 from outside the United States of America.

PSC Solutions Group

For advanced, cost-effective services, contact the PSC Solutions Group (PSG) at (888) 583-3008 or (541) 683-5700 from outside the United States of America, or accessible at

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www.pscnet.com.

psg@pscnet.com. Y ou can als o visit PSG’s webpage,

Introduction &

Quick Start Guide

CHAPTER CONTENTS

Overview.....................................................................2

Getting Started Quickly ..............................................4

Introduction & Quick Start Guide

Overview

This manual contains complete information about using and programming the PT2000 portable and TopGun module.

The manual contains the following sections:

Chapter2, About the PT2000 and TopGun, provides a complete

overview of the portables, including descriptions of the keypad, the display screen, and optional accessories. Read this chapter before using the portable.

Chapter3, Using the PT2000 and TopGun with PALPRO, contains

complete information about operating the portable, connecting it to a host computer or terminal, and uploading data to the host. Read this chapter before using the portable.

Chapter4, Programming the PT2000and TopGun, explains how to

customize the portable’s settings. Read this chapter to change the default settings.

Chapter5, Transferring Data With PSC Utilities, provide s

information about software programs to transfer data between the portable and a DOS PC, an IBM 3151 terminal, a UNIX workstation, or a Macintosh computer. Read this chapter to upload collected data.

Appendix A, Programming Parameters, contains ID numbers,

acceptable settings, and defaults for all programming parameters for TopGun and the PT 2000. Refer to this chapter to change settings in the portable.

Appendix B, Ful l Keyboard S upport, inc ludes tab les listing Code 39,

ASCII, and mnemonic values to use in programming the portables. Refer to this chapter when creating bar codes for programming the portable.

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Overview

Appendix C, The TopGun Module, provides information about the

TopGun module. Refer to this chapter if the TopGun module is

separate from the PT2000 or to change the direction of the laser.

Appendix D, The PT Dock, explains how to set up and use the

optional dock for the PT2000 or TopGun. Refer to this chapter

before using the dock for the first time or when connecting it to a

PC.

Appendix E, Batteries, provides information about using alkaline

or nickel-cadmium batteries and about the lithium backup

battery installed in the portable. Refer to this chapter to replace

one type of battery with another in the portable.

Appendix F, Connector Co nfi gur atio ns , identifies pin assignments

for the connectors on the PT2000. Refer to this chapter to order

cables or make custom ones.

Appendix G, Programming Bar Codes, contains bar codes for

scanning to set selected programming parameters. Use this

chapter to change settings in the portable.

Refer to the Index to find specific topics in this user’s guide.

About this Guide contains a section on Technical Support, which

provides inf or mat io n on te ch nic al assistance. Refer to t h is se ction

for help or technical assistance.

User’s Guide 3

Introduction & Quick Start Guide

Getting Started Quickly

The PSC portable comes with an application named PALPRO loaded in memory. PALPRO includes three useful data-collection programs for using the PT2000 or TopGun without additional programming.

Follow the steps below to begin using the portable with PALPRO immediately. Page references show where to find more information. They are live links in the PDF (on-line portable document format) version of this manual.

1. Fill out and return the registration card enclosed wit h the unit. If there is a TopGun module, be sure to include both serial numbers on the registration card.

2. To replace the installed alkaline batteries with a nickel-cadmium battery pack, refer to

3. With a PT2000, attach a bar code scanner or magnetic stripe reader by pushing its plug into the jack at the top of the PT2000. Be sure the plug is firmly in place.

Appendix E on page 115.

4. Turn the portable on by pressing the green

I/O button.

Note: If the portable has been customized, it may operate

differently. Check with a system s administrator for instructions.

5. Press th e if necessary, change the date and time settings. (Refer to

6. Enter a password. (Refer to

7. Press any function key to display the

ENTER key twice to accept the current date and time, or

page 19.)

page 20.)

PALPRO Options menu.

8. To use the portable as a keyboard wedge, connect it to a PC or terminal following the instructions on page 21.

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Getting Started Quickly

9. Then select

page 23.)

When not using the portable as a keyboard wedge, press the

<F2> key to display the list of available applications, and

select the application to use. (Refer to

<F3> from the PALPRO Options menu. (Refer to

page 26–page 29.)

The PT2000 or TopGun is now ready to begin collecting data. Enter data with the TopGun module or another bar code scanner, a magnetic stripe reader, or the keypad.

For information about uploading collected data from the portable to a PC, refer to “

Uploading Data to the Host PC,” starting on page 49.

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About the P T2000 and

TopGun

CHAPTER CONTENTS

The PT2000...............................................................8

TopGun......................................................................9

The Keypad..............................................................10

Data Keys..............................................................11

Function Keys.......................................................12

Action Keys...........................................................12

The Display Screen................................................... 13

The Virtual Display...............................................13

Displaying Information about the Portable............15

The Beeper............................................................... 15

The Auto-Off Feature............................................... 16

The PT Dock............................................................16

About the PT2000 and TopGun

The PT2000

The PSC PT2000 is a rugged, handheld, portable data-collection terminal that allows bar code scanning technology anywhere.

The PT2000 accepts input from any of the following devices:

The TopGun module (refer to page 9)

Wands (visible light and infrared)

Handheld charge-coupled device (CCD) scann ers

5-volt handheld laser scanners

ID badge readers

Magnetic stripe readers (one track)

The PT2000 automatically recognizes and discriminates amon g the following bar code symbologies:

Codabar

Code 93

Interleaved 2 of 5

UPC-A

z z z z

Code 128 EAN-8 JAN-8 UPC-E

Code 39

EAN-13

JAN-13

UPC/EAN/JAN extensions

The PT2000 verifies acceptance of input by sounding a beep. Change the beeper’s volume, pitch, and duration to suit the w ork env iro nment or personal preferences.

The PT2000’s liquid crystal display (LCD) provides easy readability. Its keypad provides full alphanumeric input capabilities and includes four programmable function keys. The PT2000 features a built-in PC interface, for use as a keyboard “wedge” for tho se applications requiring fixed-station scanning.

The PT2000 comes with the PALPRO application installed. PALPRO is made up of three useful programs coexisting in memory:

ASSETPRO, for tracking assets at various locati ons.

INVPRO, for inventory control. Customize it to collect item-

and-quantity information or item-only data.

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TopGun

TRACKPRO, for tracking check-in and check-out of articles at

one or more locations. An optional date-and-time stamp records when each item is checked in or out.

PALPRO is part of the PSC Portable Applications Library (PAL). With

PAL, the PT2000 can be customi zed for sp ecific purpo ses without using a programming application. Or use the PSC Program Generator™ (PPG™) to create additional custom programs for the PT2000.

Note: Please contact a PSC dealer for more information about

PAL or PPG.

TopGun is an integrated unit consisting of a laser module mounted on a PT2000. The TopGun module is also available separately as an add-on for the PT2000 (refer to the 9-pin connector at the top of the PT2000 and can be adapted for right- or left-handed use. The module has two triggers, allowing scanning with either the index finger or thumb.

Figure 2-1 on page 10). The module attaches to

Use TopGun to scan bar code labels on flat, curved, or irregular surfaces at distances ranging from one inch to two feet. The TopGun laser module operates like other h andheld lasers—just aim and press the trigger. Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the module indicate laser activation and good reads. An audible tone also indicates good reads. Collected data is stored in the PT2000.

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About the PT2000 and TopGun

For complete information about the TopGun module, refer to

Appendix C on page 99.

Figure 2-1: The TopGun Module

The Keypad

The keypads on the PT2000 and TopGun have three types of keys: data keys, function keys, and action keys (refer to key produces a beep when pressed.

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Figure 2-2 on page 1 1). Each

Figure 2-2: The PT20 00 a nd To pGu n ke ypad s

Action

The Keypad

Function keys

Data keys

Action keys

Data Keys

Use data keys to enter letters, numbers, and several other characte rs. There are 26 of these keys. Each key can be used in two modes: normal and alpha. Use the description of the

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<Alpha> key to switch between the modes (see the

<Alpha> key below).

About the PT2000 and TopGun

Function Keys

There are four function keys, <F1> through <F4>, at the top of the keypad. Alpha mode changes these keys to assigned to the function keys are determined by the active program.

Action Keys

There are four action keys: <I/O>, <Alpha>, <BKSP>, and <ENTER>.

<F5> through <F8>. Actions

Note: If the portable does not power on wh en the

<I/O> key is

pressed, replace the alkaline batteries or recharge the batter y pack (refer to

<I/O>: Press this key to turn the portable on and off. When turned on,

Appendix E).

the portable beeps and returns to its previous location when it last shut off. The portable does not beep when the unit off. The

<Alpha>: Press the <Alpha> key to toggle between normal and alpha

<Alpha> key has no effect on the <I/O> key.

<I/O> key is pressed to turn the

modes. In normal mode, a press of a key either inserts the no nle tter character printed on or above the key or performs an action (for example, clearing the entry or scrolling through the display). In alpha mode, a press of a k e y inserts the letter printed on it.

The following example uses two keys to illustrate the difference between alpha mode and normal mode:

Result of Keypress

Key Normal Mode Alpha Mode

% H

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The Display Screen

Press th e cursor position in the display screen. The portable remains in alpha mode until a function key is pressed, or until the again.

<BKSP>: This is the backspace key. Press it to move the cursor one

place to the left and delete the character there.

<ENTER>: Press this key to enter the current data string and move to

the next programming command.

<Alpha> key to enter alpha mode. A caret (^) appears at the

The Display Screen

The portable’s display screen can show 4 lines of text with up to 16 characters on each line. However, the unit can actually hold up to 24 lines of data with up to 80 characters on a line. Scroll the display to view data that doesn’t currently appear.

<Alpha> key is pressed

The Virtual Disp lay

The portable’s display screen is like a window to a larger display area, called the than 16 characters is placed in the virtual display while entering or reading information. Information automatically carries o ver (or “ wraps ”) to the next line if there are more than 80 characters in a line.

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virtual display (refer to Figure 2-3 on page 14). Data lo ng er

About the PT2000 and TopGun

Figure 2-3: Virtual display vs. actual display

24 lines

Virtual display

When the portable is in normal mode, scroll text through the display screen by pressing the When using these keys, the text in the virtual display remains in place and the display screen changes perspective. The symbol printed above each key indicates the direction in which the display screen moves over the virtual display that key is pressed.

F1=NEXT F2=PRE REC#11 OF 16 120850A30NME5274J400967629 F3=REV F4=EXIT F1=NEXT F2=PRE REC#12 OF 16 120850A30NME5274J400984019 F3=REV F4=EXIT F1=NEXT F2=PRE REC#13 OF 16 120850A30NME5274J400942885 F3=REV F4=EXIT

80 characters

<A>, <B>, <C>, and <D> keys on the keypad.

Display screen (4 lines by 16 characters)

Moves the display screen up one line

Moves the display screen down one line

Moves the display screen left eight characters

Moves the display screen right eight characters

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The virtual display continue s to maintain th e latest 24 line s of data once all lines of the virtual display are full. The oldest data is “pushed off the top” as new data is added at the bottom.

Displaying Information about the Portable

Display information about the portable by scrolling the display screen past the last character on a current line. Press the version number is displayed. The display screen lists the system version number and the amount of random-access memory installed (refer to

Figure 2-4).

Figure 2-4: Display screen showing version number

PT2000 Vers. 4.0 128k

The Beeper

<D> key until the

The Beeper

The portable provides audible feedback to indicate when a bar code has been scanned successfully and to acknowledge when a key is pressed. The default setting provides one beep to indicate a good scan or key entry. Another beep sequence warns of possible problems. The pitch, number, volume, and length of beeps are all programmable.

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About the PT2000 and TopGun

The Auto-Off Feature

The Auto-Off feature lets the PT2000 or TopGun conserve power by partially shutting down when no t in use. Pressing the the portable to full power. Set the time between the last activity in the portable and minutes. A setting of

Auto-Off from 1 through 99 minutes. The defa ult is 10

The PT Do ck

<I/O> key returns

00 disables Auto-Off.

The PSC PT Dock™ (refer to Figure D-1 on page 109) is specially designed for use with the PT2000 and TopGun. The dock provides a connection between the PT2000 or TopGun and the PC without sacrificing the convenience of portability. To transmit data to or from the portable, pla ce the unit in th e do ck . To use the PT2000 or TopGun for data collection again, remove it from the dock. Or, use the PT Dock to recharge the portable’s rechargeable NiCd battery pack and backup lithium battery.

For more information about the PT Dock, refer to

Dock.

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Appendix D, The PT

Using the PT2000 and

TopGun with PALPRO

Use the PT2000 or To pGun as a keyboard wedge to enter data directly into an application one item at a time. When away from the PC, it is possible to collect all the data records and upload them to the host PC later. The number of data records that can be collected before uploading them depends on how much random-access memory (RAM) the portable has.

CHAPTER CONTENTS

Getting Started.............................................. ...........18

Attaching an Input Device to the PT2000.............18

Turning On the Portable.......................................19

Setting the Ti me and Date ....................................19

Setting a Pa ssword.................................................20

Collecting Data........................................................ 21

Using the Portable as a Keyboard Wedge...............21

Using PALPRO.....................................................23

DESCRIPT...........................................................35

INVMODEM.......................................................42

TIMESTMP.........................................................44

Reviewing the Collected Data .................................. 47

Uploading Data to the Host PC............................... 49

Serial Configuration............................................ ..49

Keyboard Wedge Configuration............................51

Removing Collected Data fro m Memory.................. 52

Turning Off the Portable.......................................... 53

Using the PT2000 and TopGun with PALPRO

Getting Started

Unless it has been customized, the PT2000 or TopGun has three alkaline batteries inst alled and is progr ammed for simple dat a colle ction. To begin using the portable, attach the input devi ce (PT2000 onl y; refer

Attaching an Input Device to the PT2000, below) and turn it on.

Note: This chapter describes how to use the portable with its

original PSC programming (PALPRO). If the portable has been customized, it may operate differently. Check with a systems administrator for revised operating instructions.

Attaching an Input Device to the PT2000

The PT2000 can be used with most industry-standard input devices equipped with a 9-pin squeeze connector.

Bar Code

Scanner

Magnetic

Stripe Reader

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Attach a bar code scanner by pushing its connector into the co nnector at the top of the PT2000. Be sure the scanner connector is firmly in place. Refer to the input device’s o perating manual for instructi ons on its use.

To attach a compatible1 magnetic stripe reader (MSR) complete the following steps:

1. Remove the black plastic welp clip from the connector on the top

of the PT2000 (refer to

2. Using a flat-blade sc rewdri ver, remove the two scr ews secu ring the

clip, and pull the clip off the connector.

3. Push the MSR’s connector into the PT2000’s connector.

Be sure the MSR connector is firmly in place.

1.Only the following MSRs can be used for this purpose: 00-000-2A (Track 1), 00-000-2B (Track 2) or 00-000-23 (Track 3).

Figure 3-1).

Figure 3-1: The input connector on the PT2000

Turning On the Portable

Turn the PT2000 or TopGun on by pressing the green <I/O> button. The display screen returns to the vi ew displayed when it was turned off.

Setting the Time and Date

Figure 3-2: The Time and Date Display

When turning the portable on for the fi rst time, the display screen shows the date currently loaded in memor y. If the displayed date is correct, press the date. Use two digits each for the month, for the day, and for the year

020101). Pr ess <ENTER> for the program to automatically format

(e.g., the entry (e.g.,

<ENTER> key. If the date is wrong, enter the correct

2/01/01).

Getting Started

Welp clip

Current Date: 02/01/02 Enter New Date:

Figure 3-3: The Current Time Display

Current Time: 09:17:32 Enter New Time:

The next display screen shows the time currently loaded in the portable’ s memory. If the displayed time is correct, press the time is wrong, enter the correct time. Use two digits each for the hour, for the minute, and for the seconds (e.g.,

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133000). If the portable’s

<ENTER> key. If the

Using the PT2000 and TopGun with PALPRO

system clock is set f or 12 -ho ur fo rmat, type the number (e.g.,

Note: It is possible to return to the date and tim e prompts from

Setting a Password

Figure 3-4: The Password D isplay

Password security allows a manager or supervisor to customize a portable and then hand it off to a worker. A password can contain up to 128 characters and can use any characters available on the portable. Without the password, the worker cannot switch applications or make changes to an application’s title or prompts. T h e password prompt screen appears after entering the date and time from a reset.

Note: If a password is lost or forgotten, reset the portable and start

A for A.M. or P for P.M. after

013000P). Press <ENTER> when finishe d.

other display screens and menus (such as the password prompt screen shown below). Or, change the date and time formats (refer to

page 67).

ENTER CURRENT OR NEW PASSWORD

F-KEY=SET TIME

over with a new password.

Figure 3-5: PALPRO Options Menu

PSC PALPRO 08:18:04

03/01/98 F-KEY=CONTINUE

After the password is entered, the text in Figure 3-5 is displayed. Press a function key (any of the blue keys at the top of th e keypad), for the display to change to the ready to collect data.

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PALPRO Options menu. The portable is now

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