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IMPORTANT NOTICES

FOR USA

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital

device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This

equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed

and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a

particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the

user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following

measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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.

FOR CANADA

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from

digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled

"Digital Apparatus," ICES-003 of Industry Canada. 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.

Cet appareil numerique respecte les limites de bruits radioelectriques applicables aux

appareils numeriques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le material brouilleur:

"Appareils Numeriques," NMB-003 edictee par l'Industrie.

FOR HAND-HELD PRODUCT WITH RF FUNCTIONS

The 1564 unit (FCC ID: Q3N-1564) complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth

for uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure

Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. The unit has very low level of RF energy that it is

deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).

The 3656 unit (FCC ID: Q3N-3656) complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth

for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with

minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator & your body. It only operated in

hand-held used. If you only transfer data to Host wirelessly, please keep the minimum

distance 20 cm between machine & your body.

FOR PRODUCT WITH LASER

CAUTION

This laser component emits FDA / IEC Class 2 laser light at the exit port. Do not

stare into beam.

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 by CipherLab, 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 charging device 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.

RELEASE NOTES

CONTENTS

IMPORTANT NOTICES ............................................................................... - 2 -

For USA ............................................................................................ - 3 -

For Canada ........................................................................................ - 3 -

For Hand-held Product with RF Functions .................................................... - 4 -

For Product with Laser .......................................................................... - 4 -

Safety Precautions ............................................................................... - 4 -

Care & Maintenance ............................................................................. - 4 -

RELEASE NOTES ..................................................................................... - 5 -

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

Getting Familiarized with 1564 and 3656 ......................................................... 2

Installing the Battery to 1564 ................................................................... 2

Setting up 3656 ................................................................................... 3

Charging the Battery via 3656 .................................................................. 5

Charging the Battery via Charger ............................................................... 6

Inside the Package ................................................................................... 7

Product Highlights .................................................................................... 7

Symbologies Supported .............................................................................. 8

QUICK START .......................................................................................... 11

Enter Configuration Mode ......................................................................... 13

Exit Configuration Mode ........................................................................... 13

Default Settings .................................................................................... 14

Save User Settings as Defaults ................................................................ 14

Restore User Defaults .......................................................................... 14

Restore System Defaults ....................................................................... 14

Read a Setup Barcode ............................................................................. 15

Configure Parameters .......................................................................... 15

List the Current Settings ....................................................................... 19

Create One-Scan Setup Barcodes ................................................................ 21

UNDERSTANDING THE BARCODE SCANNER ....................................................... 23

1.1 Battery .......................................................................................... 23

1.1.1 How to Operate the Scanner ........................................................... 23

1.1.2 Auto Power Off & Power-Saving ....................................................... 24

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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 Continuous Mode ......................................................................... 38

1.6.2 Test Mode ................................................................................. 38

1.6.3 Laser Mode ................................................................................ 39

1.6.4 Auto Off Mode ............................................................................ 39

1.6.5 Auto Power Off Mode .................................................................... 39

1.6.6 Alternate Mode ........................................................................... 40

1.6.7 Aiming Mode .............................................................................. 40

1.6.8 Multi-Barcode Mode ..................................................................... 41

1.7 Scanning Timeout .............................................................................. 42

1.8 Delay between Re-read ....................................................................... 43

1.9 Read Redundancy (1D) ........................................................................ 44

1.10 Addon Security for UPC/EAN Barcodes .................................................... 45

1.11 Effective Decoding Area ..................................................................... 46

1.11.1 Positioning Window .................................................................... 46

1.11.2 Adjusting Window ...................................................................... 47

1.12 Negative Barcodes ........................................................................... 48

1.13 Operation Mode .............................................................................. 49

1.13.1 Decode Mode Settings ................................................................. 50

1.13.2 Enter/Exit Image Mode ................................................................ 52

1.13.3 Image Mode Settings ................................................................... 53

1.13.4 Enter/Exit Video Mode ................................................................ 56

1.13.5 Video Mode Settings ................................................................... 56

1.14 Imager Preferences .......................................................................... 57

1.14.1 Image Enhancement ................................................................... 57

1.14.2 Image Resolution ....................................................................... 58

1.14.3 Image Cropping ......................................................................... 59

1.14.4 Image File Format ...................................................................... 60

1.14.5 Bits per Pixel ............................................................................ 60

1.14.6 JPEG Image Options .................................................................... 61

1.15 Signature Capture ............................................................................ 62

1.15.1 Signature Capture File Format ....................................................... 63

1.15.2 Signature Capture Bits per Pixel ..................................................... 63

1.15.3 Signature Capture Width & Height ................................................... 64

1.15.4 Signature Capture JPEG Quality ...................................................... 64

SELECTING OUTPUT INTERFACE .................................................................... 65

2.1 BT HID ........................................................................................... 66

2.1.1 Activate BT HID & Select Keyboard Type ............................................. 66

2.1.2 Reset Connection ........................................................................ 67

2.1.3 Keyboard Settings ....................................................................... 68

2.1.4 Inter-Function Delay .................................................................... 75

2.1.5 HID Character Transmit Mode .......................................................... 75

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2.1.6 Keypad Support for iPhone/iPad ...................................................... 76

2.2 BT SPP Slave .................................................................................... 77

2.2.1 Activate BT SPP Slave Mode ............................................................ 77

2.2.2 Inter-Function Delay .................................................................... 77

2.2.3 ACK/NAK Timeout ....................................................................... 78

2.3 BT SPP Master .................................................................................. 79

2.3.1 Activate BT SPP Master Mode .......................................................... 79

2.3.2 Inter-Function Delay .................................................................... 81

2.3.3 ACK/NAK Timeout ....................................................................... 82

2.3.4 Switch between Master/Slave Mode .................................................. 82

2.4 Keyboard Wedge via 3656 .................................................................... 83

2.4.1 Activate Keyboard Wedge & Select Keyboard Type ................................ 84

2.4.2 Keyboard Settings ....................................................................... 85

2.4.3 Inter-Character Delay ................................................................... 93

2.4.4 Inter-Function Delay .................................................................... 93

2.5 RS-232 via 3656 ................................................................................ 94

2.5.1 Activate RS-232 Interface .............................................................. 94

2.5.2 Baud Rate ................................................................................. 94

2.5.3 Data Bits .................................................................................. 95

2.5.4 Parity ...................................................................................... 95

2.5.5 Stop Bit .................................................................................... 96

2.5.6 Flow Control .............................................................................. 96

2.5.7 Inter-Character Delay ................................................................... 97

2.5.8 Inter-Function Delay .................................................................... 97

2.5.9 ACK/NAK Timeout ....................................................................... 98

2.6 USB HID via 3656 ............................................................................... 99

2.6.1 Activate USB HID & Select Keyboard Type ........................................... 99

2.6.2 Keyboard Settings ...................................................................... 101

2.6.3 Inter-Function Delay ................................................................... 108

2.6.4 HID Character Transmit Mode ......................................................... 108

2.7 USB Virtual COM via 3656 .................................................................... 109

2.7.1 Activate USB Virtual COM .............................................................. 109

2.7.2 Inter-Function Delay ................................................................... 109

2.7.3 ACK/NAK Timeout ...................................................................... 110

SETTING UP A WPAN CONNECTION .............................................................. 113

3.1 Connecting via 3656 .......................................................................... 114

3.1.1 Connect to 3656 ........................................................................ 114

3.1.2 Change Interface ........................................................................ 115

3.1.3 Configure Related Settings ............................................................ 116

3.2 Connecting via Bluetooth® Dongle ......................................................... 117

3.2.1 Change Interface ........................................................................ 117

3.2.2 Configure Related Settings ............................................................ 118

3.2.3 Connect to Dongle ...................................................................... 121

SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................... 129

Update

CipherLab’s 1560 Series Barcode Scanners are specifically designed to answer your

mobile demands. The versatile scanners are designed to help 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. Integrating short-distance wireless technology to small-form-factor scanners,

the 1560 Series Barcode Scanners are ideal for carrying around, and thus give workers

tether-free mobility anytime anywhere and get job done more efficiently. This line of

scanners deliver data over a wireless personal network at a range of up to 90 meters and

a prolonged battery life to keep business running. 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 1560 Series Barcode Scanners are the best choice for the

following applications –

 Receiving in Retail

 Product labeling & Tracking

 Shelf Product 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 you to 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 CipherLab products!

INTRODUCTION

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GETTING FAMILIARIZED WITH 1564 AND 3656

INSTALLING THE BATTERY TO 1564

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 3656 stand.

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 “Auto Power

Off”.

(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 charge becomes low, you will find the scanner cannot emit

scan beam and its power-on beep sounds differently.

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SETTING UP 3656

Capable of charging 1564, the 3656 stand is specifically designed for the scanner to

communicate with a host computer wirelessly. The connection between the scanners and

3656 is made easy and reliable. Refer to 3.1.1 Connect to 3656.

Two LED indicators are provided for power and communications status.

Power LED Meaning

Red,

solid --- Power ON

--- --- Power OFF

Communication LED Meaning

--- Blue,

solid Initialize

Red,

solid --- Failed to establish a USB connection

Red,

solid Blue,

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

starting a serial command

Red,

flashing Blue,

flashing Serial command mode with USB HID: wait 3 seconds for pressing [Num

Lock] or [Caps Lock] 5 times via keyboard

--- Blue,

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

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--- Blue,

flashing Connected with the scanner (Fast flash at 1 Hz)

Red,

solid Blue,

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

Red,

flashing --- Enter Download Mode

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CHARGING THE BATTERY VIA 3656

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. When using the

RS-232 cable, it takes approximately 5 hours to charge the battery to full (from the

power adaptor).

Note: Battery charging stops when the temperature drops below 0°C or exceeds 40°C. It

is recommended to charge 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 3656 stand.

3) Connect the 3656 stand to your computer or notebook via the USB or RS-232 cable.

 RS-232: It is necessary to connect the power supply cord.

 USB: When the stand is solely on USB power, the current may be insufficient for it

to function normally. Therefore, we suggest connecting the power supply cord.

4) The LED for power indication on 3656 will become solid red.

5) The scanner LED will be flashing red during charging.

When the charging is done, the LED will turn off.

When charging error occurs, the LED will turn solid red.

6) The LED for communications on 3656 will first become solid blue while initializing.

Refer to the table above for details on different stage of communications.

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

The two pivot bolts need to be tightened,

or charging error may occur.

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CHARGING THE BATTERY VIA CHARGER

The battery charger is provided for charging the battery only. You may purchase the

charger separately. It takes approximately 3 hours to charge the battery to full.

Note: Battery charging stops when the temperature drops below 0°C or exceeds 40°C. It

is recommended to charge the battery at room temperature (18°C to 25°C) for

optimal performance.

1) Insert the battery.

2) Lock the battery.

3) Connect the power supply cord to the charger.

4) Connect the other end of the power cord to a suitable power outlet.

Status LED Meaning

Red,

solid --- Charger power ON (LED on for 0.5 second)

Red,

solid --- Charging battery

--- Green,

solid Charging done

Red,

solid Green,

solid Pre-charging when battery voltage under 3V (Typical)

--- --- Power or battery not ready

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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 material for future use in case you need to store or ship the scanner.

 Barcode Scanner: 1564

 BT Base (3656)

 Rechargeable Li-ion battery

 Product CD

Note: The CD-ROM includes this manual and Windows-based ScanMaster software for

configuration, as well as the USB Virtual COM driver.

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

 Small-form-factor and built tough to survive 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 a variety of 2D symbologies

 Supports different scan modes, including Aiming Mode and Multi-Barcode ModeNote

 User feedback via LED indicator and beeper

 Beeping tone and duration programmable for Good Read

 512 KB flash memory for Memory Mode operation, storing up to 32,768 scans based

on EAN-13 barcodes

 Provides up to 4 KB SRAM for reserve buffer while getting out of range over a

wireless personal area network (WPAN), storing up to 256 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® wireless

technology

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

etc.

 Supports OCX programming for signature capture in Decode Mode, Image Mode and

Video Mode

Note: (1) In any scan mode other than Multi-Barcode Mode, a barcode acceptable to

1564 can only contain data of 20 KB at most.

(2) 1564 supports different scan modes and signature capture in Decode Mode.

Two more operation modes are supported, which are Image Mode and Video Mode.

Image capture occurs in all modes of operation, and it requires software

applications to capture and download images to PC for decoding.

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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 Chapter 3 Changing Symbology

Settings for details of each symbology.

Symbologies Supported: Enable/Disable Default

Codabar Enabled

Code 93 Enabled

MSI Disabled

Code 128 Code 128 Enabled

GS1-128 (EAN-128) Disabled

ISBT 128 Enabled

Code 2 of 5 Industrial 25 Enabled

Interleaved 25 Enabled

Matrix 25 Disabled

Chinese 25 Disabled

Code 3 of 9 Code 39 Enabled

Italian Pharmacode Disabled

Trioptic Code 39 Disabled

EAN/UPC EAN-8 Enabled

EAN-8 Addon 2 Disabled

EAN-8 Addon 5 Disabled

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 Composite CC-A/B Disabled

Composite CC-C Disabled

Composite TLC-39 Disabled

Postal Code 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

Symbologies PDF417 Enabled

MicroPDF417 Disabled

Data Matrix Enabled

Maxicode Enabled

QR Code Enabled

MicroQR Enabled

Aztec Enabled

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Update

The configuration of the scanner can be done by reading the setup barcodes contained in

this manual or via the ScanMaster software.

This section describes the procedure of configuring the scanner by reading the setup

barcodes and provides some examples for demonstration.

Configuration Mode

Hold down the trigger about 2 seconds to turn on the scanner. It will respond with 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.

Have the scanner read more setup barcodes… Most of the setup barcodes are normal. 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 with six beeps and its

LED indicator will become flashing red after reading the barcode.

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 II Host Serial Commands for how to configure the 3656 stand

by having the scanner read 3656-related setup barcodes or using serial

commands.

QUICK START

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Working Mode

Upon powering up, the scanner will try to establish a connection with 3656 or a computer with

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

The connection between the scanners and 3656 is made easy and reliable.

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 II Host Serial Commands.

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ENTER 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 flashing red

after reading the barcode.

Enter Setup

For configuring scanner parameters, see “Read a Setup Barcode” below.

EXIT 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 respond 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.

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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.

Save 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 scanner 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 scanner will respond

with two beeps (low-high tone). For 3656 to restore factory defaults, refer to 3656 Setup

Barcodes & Serial Commands.

 After reading the “Update” barcode, all the parameters of the scanner 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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READ 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 indicate 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 Action User Feedback if Successful

1 Power on the scanner…

The scanner will respond with a long beep

(high tone)

and its LED indicator will

become solid red and go off quickly.

2 Enter the Configuration Mode…

The scanner will respond with six beeps

(high-low tone repeats three times)

, and

its LED indicator will be flashing red.

3 Read a Setup barcode…

For example,

The scanner w

ill respond with two beeps

(low-high tone) if reading a

normal setup

barcode.

4 Exit the Configuration Mode…

Same as for Enter the Configuration Mode.

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

* When any configuration error occurs...

The scanner will respond with one long

beep (low tone).

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The example below shows how to set numeric parameters:

Steps Action User Feedback if Successful

1 Power on the scanner... The scanner will respond with a long beep

(high tone)

and its LED indicator will

become solid red and go off quickly.

2 Enter the Configuration Mode…

The scanner will respond with six beeps

(high-

low tone repeats three times), and

its LED indicator will become flashing red.

3 Read a Setup barcode...

For example,

The scanner will respond with two beeps

(low-high tone) if reading a

normal setup

barcode.

The 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”

The scanner will respond with two beeps

(low-high tone) when the input values are

validated.

4 Exit the Configuration Mode…

Same as for Enter the Configuration Mode.

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

Normal setup

barcode

Normal setup

barcode

Special setup

barcode

Decimal barcodes

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The example below shows how to set string parameters:

Steps Action User Feedback if Successful

1 Power on the scanner... The scan

ner will respond with a long beep

(high tone)

and its LED indicator will

become solid red and go off quickly.

2 Enter the Configuration Mode…

The scanner will respond with six beeps

(high-

low tone repeats three times), and

its LED indicator will become flashing red.

3 Read a Setup barcode...

For example,

The 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” is configured for inter

face, 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.

 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.

4 Exit the Configuration Mode…

Same as for Enter the Configuration Mode.

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

Special setup

barcodes

Hexadecimal

barcodes

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LIST THE CURRENT SETTINGS

The current settings of all scanner parameters can be sent to the host computer for user

inspection. The listing includes pages as shown below. You can select the page of interest

by having the scanner read the “List Page x” barcode. The scanner will respond with two

beeps (low-high tone) and send the selected page to the host immediately.

List settings regarding Firmware Version, Serial

Number, Interface, Buzzer, and Other Scanner

Parameters

List Page 1

List settings regarding Prefix, Suffix, and Length

Code Setting (1/2)

List Page 2

List settings regarding Prefix, Suffix, and Length

Code Setting (2/2)

List Page 3

List settings regarding Code ID

List Page 4

List settings regarding: Readable Symbologies

(1/2)

List Page 5

List settings regarding: Readable Symbologies

(2/2)

List Page 6

List setti

ngs regarding Symbology Parameters

(1/3)

List Page 7

List settings r

egarding Symbology Parameters

(2/3)

List Page 8

List settings regarding Symbology Parameters

(3/3)

List Page 9

List settings regarding Imager Parameters, as

well as Video and Signature Capture Parameters

List Page 10

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List settings regarding Editing Format 1

(1/2)

List Page 11

List settings regarding Editing Format 1

(2/2)

List Page 12

List settings regarding Editing Format 2

(1/2)

List Page 13

List settings regarding Editing Format 2

(2/2)

List Page 14

List settings regarding Editing Format 3

(1/2)

List Page 15

List settings regarding Editing Format 3

(2/2)

List Page 16

List settings regarding Editing Format 4

(1/2)

List Page 17

List settings regarding Editing Format 4

(2/2)

List Page 18

List settings regarding Editing Format 5

(1/2)

List Page 19

List settings regarding Editing Format 5

(2/2)

List Page 20

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CREATE 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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本章內容

1.1 Battery ...................................................................... 23

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 ....................................................... 42

1.8 Delay between Re-read ................................................ 43

1.9 Read Redundancy (1D) ................................................ 44

1.10 Addon Security for UPC/EAN Barcodes ......................... 45

1.11 Effective Decoding Area ............................................. 46

1.12 Negative Barcodes..................................................... 48

1.13 Operation Mode ........................................................ 49

1.14 Imager Preferences ................................................... 57

1.15 Signature Capture ..................................................... 62

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 charge the battery to full (from the power adaptor). However,

the charging time may vary by working condition. For intensive data collection, you may

purchase a spare battery for non-stop operation.

Note: The scanner can be configured to save battery power. Refer to settings of “Auto

Power Off & Power-Saving”, “CCD Sensor Always Active”, “Sniff Mode”, as well as

“Low Battery Alarm”.

1.1.1 HOW TO OPERATE THE SCANNER

Turn on the scanner…

After installing the battery, hold down the trigger for about 2 seconds. The scanner will respond

with a long beep (high tone), and its 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 AUTO POWER OFF & POWER-SAVING

The scanner will stay active at power-on, which may be followed by a transition from full

CPU speed to low CPU speed (Power-Saving) to auto shutdown (Auto Power Off).

 Power-Saving (1~254 min.; 0= Disable): By default, it is set to stand by at full-speed

for 2 minutes before it enters low-speed mode. If this feature is not desired, set it to

 Auto Power Off (1~254 min.; 0= Disable): By default, it is set to automatically shut

down after 10 minutes. If this feature is not desired, set it to 0.

Note: The Power-Saving setting will not take effect when a WPAN connection has been

established successfully, via BT HID or SPP.

Before establishing a WPAN connection successfully…

1. The scanner will stay active for a specified period of time (2 minutes by default) for the

following scenarios. Its CPU is running at full speed, and the LED is flashing 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)

2. If it fails to connect within 2 minutes, the scanner will become inactive to save power for the

remaining period of time (the specified value minus 2 minutes). Its CPU

is running at low

speed, and the LED is flashing red (On/Off ratio 0.3 s: 2.5 s).

Press the trigger to wake up the scanner when it becomes inactive, and the scanner will stay

active again.

3. If it fails to connect

again and again, and finally stays inactive until the specified time interval

for Auto Power Off has elapsed, the scanner will automatically turn off in order to conserve

battery power.

Hold down the trigger for about 2 seconds to turn it on.

Note: For scenarios (a) and (b) in step 1, on your computer you may need to search for

the scanner again.

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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. Its CPU is running at full speed,

and the LED is flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.02 s: 3 s).

2. If it is idle within 2 minutes

, the scanner will become inactive to save power for the remaining

period of time (the specified value minus 2 minutes). Its CPU is running at low speed, and the

LED is flashing red (On/Off ratio 0.3 s: 2.5 s).

Press the trigger to wake up the scanner when it becomes inactive, and the scanner will stay

active again.



For BT HID or SPP, there is no transition from full CPU speed to low CPU speed. However,

when connecting with 3656, the scanner will go

through the transition in order to save

power.

3. If it is idle and finally stays inactive until the specified time interval for Auto Power Off has

elapsed, the scanner will automatically turn off in order to conserve battery power. You will

hear three short beeps, tone descending from high to low.

Hold down the trigger for about 2 seconds to turn it on.

 For BT HID, the scanner will resume 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

. 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” barcode.

 For BT SPP Slave Mode, the scanner must wait for the host to re-connect.

 For BT SPP Master Mode, the scanner will resume 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. 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.

 With the use of 3656, the scanner will try re-

connecting to 3656 unless you turn off the

scanner.

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Auto Off after

0~254 min. (*10)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the time interval before the scanner automatically

turns off.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。. For example, read “1”

and “5” for the scanner to automatically turn off after being idle for 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.

Power-

Saving after

0~254 min. (*2)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the time interval before the scanner enters

low-speed mode.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。. For example, read “5”

for the scanner to enter low-speed mode after being idle for 5 minutes.

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

Note: Power-Saving will not take effect when one of the following conditions 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, Continuous or Alternate Mode, or

(4) the setting value of Power-Saving is greater than that of Auto Power Off.

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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 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 4

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 (low 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 4 KB transmit buffer on the scanner can hold as many as 256 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 512 KB flash memory for memory mode operation. When the scanner

is in memory mode, it means a WPAN connection is disabled.

Enable

*Disable

Warning: No WPAN 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 server.

*None

250 ms

500 ms

1 sec

2 sec

3 sec

5 sec

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Send Data

The 512 KB flash memory on the scanner can store up to 32,768 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 server immediately by having the scanner read the “Send

Data” barcode below. It will resume connection with host automatically.

Send Data

Clear Data & Confirm

Even though data has been sent back to the server, 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

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1.3 LED INDICATOR

The triple-color LED on top of the scanner is used to provide user feedback. For example,

the LED becomes solid red and goes off quickly upon powering on or running out of

transmit buffer. You may tell the difference 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 Meaning

Red,

flashing --- --- 

Charging (On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s)

 Configuration Mode (On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s)

Red,

solid --- --- Charging error

Red,

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

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



No WPAN connection is established after waiting for two

minutes

Red,

on-off --- --- 

Power on, with one long beep (high tone, LED on for 1

second)

 Data saved to buffer when transmit buffer is enabled and the

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

 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

tone)

--- --- Green,

on-off Good Read, with one short beep (high tone) and beeper pitch and

duration programmable

--- Blue,

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

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 3656: trying to connect to 3656

--- 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).

--- Blue,

flashing --- Flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.02 s: 3 s) indicates the scanner has

established a WPAN connection successfully.

--- Blue,

flashing 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

Disable

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

0.01~2.54 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 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。. For example, read “1”

and “5” for the 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 user feedback in various operating conditions.

Beeping Meaning

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

One short beep, high tone

 Programmable, default to 4 KHz

Good Read, with green LED on-off quickly

Six short beeps

 High-low tone repeats three

times

 Enter Configuration Mode, with red LED flashing

 Exit Configuration Mode

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

One short beep, high tone 

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

 WPAN connection established, with blue LED flashing

 WPAN connection resumed, with blue LED flashing

Three short beeps, tone ascending

from high to low 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 warning when the battery charge gets 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

This feature only works when Keyboard Wedge or RS-232 is selected for output interface.

You may have the scanner 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 Start to Scan Stop Scanning

Always Press

trigger

once

Hold

trigger Press

trigger

twice

Release

trigger Press

trigger

once

Barcode

being

read

Timeout

Continuous

mode



Test mode



Laser mode

   

Auto Off mode

  

Auto Power Off

mode  

Alternate mode

 

Aiming mode

  

Multi-Barcode

mode  

Note: (1) By default, the scan mode is set to Laser mode.

(2) In any scan mode other than Multi-Barcode Mode, a barcode acceptable to

1564 can only contain data of 20 KB at most.

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1.6.1 CONTINUOUS MODE

The scanner is always scanning.

 After a successful decoding, the removal of barcode is required. It is not allowed to

proceed to decode until the decoding delay time has passed.

 To decode the same barcode repeatedly, move away the barcode and put it back

again and again for scanning.

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

Continuous Mode

Decoding Delay

Set the time interval between each decoding.

*Disable

0.5 sec

1 sec

2 sec

1.6.2 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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1.6.3 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

1.6.4 AUTO OFF MODE

The scanner will start scanning once the trigger is pressed.

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

expires.

Note: Refer to “Scanning Timeout”.

Auto Off Mode

1.6.5 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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1.6.6 ALTERNATE MODE

The scanner will start scanning once the trigger is pressed

 The scanning won't stop until you press the trigger again.

Alternate Mode

1.6.7 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, and (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

after 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 “Decimal Value” barcode on page

錯誤

尚未定義書籤。

. For example, read “1” and “0”

for the scanner to automatically shut down after being idle for 10 seconds.

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

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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 a 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.

For 1564 to decode multiple unique barcodes, the maximum output data length of all the

barcodes is 10 KB after configuration. When the output length exceeds 10 KB,

Multi-Barcode Mode will not take effect.

 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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1.7 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

after 0~254 sec.

(*10)

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

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。. For example, read “1”

and “5” for the scanner to automatically shut down after being idle for 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 prevent the scanner from

accidentally reading the same barcode twice when the scan mode is set to any of the

following –

 Continuous mode

 Auto Power Off mode

 Alternate 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 consecutive successful 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 2 by default.)

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。. For example, read “1”

and “2” for the scanner to re-read the barcode for 12 times.

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

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1.11 EFFECTIVE DECODING AREA

By default, the effective decoding area is 100% covered by the scanned area. However,

you may narrow down the decoding area to prevent reading the wrong barcode when a

number of barcodes are printed closely. The scanner will only read barcodes that appear

in the effective decoding area.

Read the barcode “Centering On” and specify the percentage to narrow down the

decoding area. For example, read “Left 10%” and then “Right 30%” for the scanner to

decode barcode “A” only.

1.11.1 POSITIONING WINDOW

Centering On

*Centering Off

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1.11.2 ADJUSTING WINDOW

Percentage for Left Half

*Left 50%

Left 40%

Left 30%

Left 20%

Left 10%

Percentage for Right Half

Right 10%

Right 20%

Right 30%

Right 40%

*Right 50%

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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 OPERATION MODE

For 1564, it supports different scan modes and signature capture in Decode Mode. Two

more operation modes are supported, which are Image Mode and Video Mode. Image

capture occurs in all modes of operation, and it requires software applications, such as

ScanMaster, to capture and download images to PC for decoding. Please refer to separate

manual for OCX programming support.

For Image Mode, Video Mode or signature capture in Decode Mode, the output interface

must be RS-232, USB Virtual COM or BT SPP. Both active and passive modes are

supported.

 Active Mode: Application on the host will send command to instruct the scanner to

stay in a specific operation mode (Image Mode/Video Mode/Signature Capture) and

wait for image data. Press the trigger to capture and send an image.

 Passive Mode: First, it requires the scanner to read the setup barcodes for the desired

operation — signature Capture, Image Mode or Video Mode. Then, it will passively

wait for image data. Press the trigger to capture and send an image.

Signature Capture, Image Mode or Video Mode

Have the scanner read the setup barcodes in a separate but complete sequence. For example,

the following sequence will allow the scanner to enter Image Mode:

But the sequence below will allow you to configure settings only:

Refer to 1.13.2 Enter/Exit Image Mode.

Refer to 1.13.4 Enter/Exit Video Mode.

Refer to 1.15 Signature Capture.

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1.13.1 DECODE MODE SETTINGS

By default, this is the normal operation mode. The decoder attempts to locate and

decode any barcode within its field of view upon a trigger event. Refer to 1.6 Scan

Modes.

Decode Aiming Pattern

Decide whether to allow the decoder to project the aiming pattern during a barcode capture.

*Enable

Disable

Decoding Illumination

Decide whether to cause the decoder to flash illumination on every image capture to aid decoding.

 Enabling illumination usually results in superior images. The effect

iveness of the illumination

decreases as the distance to the target increases.

*Enable

Disable

Decoding Autoexposure

Decide whether to manually specify the gain and exposure time (only recommended for advanced

users with difficult image capture situations).

*Enable

Disable

By default, exposure value is set to 1 ms and gain value is set to 10

0 when autoexposure is

disabled.

Fixed Exposure

in 100

μs

2~5000 (*10)

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1. Read the barcode above to specify a fixed exposure value.

2. Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page

錯誤

尚未定義書籤。

. For example, read “1” and “5”

for setting the exposure value to 1.5 ms.

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

Fixed Gain

1~100 (*100)

4. Read the barcode above to specify a fixed gain value.

5. Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page

錯誤

尚未定義書籤。

. For example, read “3” and “0”

for setting the gain value to 30.

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

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1.13.2 ENTER/EXIT IMAGE MODE

Use Image Mode to capture a high-quality image and transmit it to the host. Read the

barcode below to temporarily enter this mode.

Image Mode

Enter Image Mode

Have the scanner read the setup barcodes in a separate but complete sequence:

Exit Image Mode

 Once the software application finishes the task of receiving an image, the scanner returns to

Decode Mode.



If a trigger event is not activated within the Image Mode Timeout period, the decoder returns

to Decode Mode.

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1.13.3 IMAGE MODE SETTINGS

Image Mode Timeout

Set the amount of time the decoder remains in Image Mode. The decoder exits Image Mode upon a

trigger event, or when the Image Mode Timeout elapses. By default, the time-out value is set to 0

which represents 30 seconds. Values increment by 30. For example, 1 = 60 seconds, 2 = 90

seconds, etc.

Image Mode Time-out

after 30~ sec.

(*0)

1. Read the barcode above to specify the time interval before returning to Decode Mode. (It is

set to 0 by default.)

2. Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page

錯誤

尚未定義書籤。

. For example, read “5” for the

scanner to automatically shut down after being idle for 180 seconds.

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

Image Aiming Pattern

Decide whether to allow the decoder to project the aiming pattern in Image Mode.

*Enable

Disable

Video View Finder

Decide whether to enable Image Mode with View Finder, which the decoder behaves as a video

camera until a trigger event is activated.

Enable

*Disable

Select the number of 100-byte blocks. Values range from 800 to 12000 bytes. Selecting a smaller

value transmits more frames per second; selecting a larger value increases video quality.

Video View Finder

Image Size in 100

bytes 8~120 (*17)

1. Read the barcode above to specify a value.

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2. Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page

錯誤

尚未定義書籤。

. For example, read “1” and “5”

for setting the preview image size to 1500 bytes.

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

Image Capture Illumination

Decide whether to cause the decoder to flash illumination on every image capture to aid decoding.

 Enabling illumination usually results in superior images. The effectiveness of the illumination

decreases as the distance to the target increases.

*Enable

Disable

Image Capture Autoexposure

Decide whether to manually specify the gain and exposure time (only recommended for advanced

users with difficult image capture situations).

*Enable

Disable

By default, exposure value is set to 1 ms and gain value is set to 10

0 when autoexposure is

disabled.

Fixed Exposure

in 100

μs

2~5000 (*10)

1. Read the barcode above to specify a fixed exposure value.

2. Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page

錯誤

尚未定義書籤。

. For example, read “1” and “5”

for setting the exposure value to 1.5 ms.

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

Fixed Gain

1~100 (*100)

4. Read the barcode above to specify a fixed gain value.

5. Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page

錯誤

尚未定義書籤。

. For example, read “3” and “0”

for setting the gain value to 30.

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

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Image Brightness (Target White)

Decide whether to set the Ta

rget White value when using autoexposure. White and black are

defined as 255 decimal and 0, respectively. If the value is 180, which is the factory default, the

white level of the image is ~180.

Image Brightness

1~240 (*180)

1. Read the barcode above to specify a value.

2. Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page

錯誤

尚未定義書籤。

. For example, read “1”, “2” and

“0” for a value of 120.

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

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1.13.4 ENTER/EXIT VIDEO MODE

Read the barcode below to temporarily enter this mode.

Video Mode

Enter Video Mode

Have the scanner read the setup barcodes in a separate but complete sequence:

Exit Video Mode

In Video Mode, the decoder behaves as a video camera as long as the trigger is active. When you

release the trigger, the decoder returns to Decode Mode.

1.13.5 VIDEO MODE SETTINGS

Target Video Frame Size

Select the number of 100-byte blocks to transmit per second. Values range from 800 to 20000

bytes. Selecting a smaller value transmits more frames per second but reduces video quality;

selecting a larger value increases video quality but slows transmission.

Target Video Frame

Size in 100 bytes

8~200 (*22)

1. Read the barcode above to specify a value.

2. Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page

錯誤

尚未定義書籤。

. For example, read “2” and “0”

for setting the video frame size to 2000 bytes.

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

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1.14 IMAGER PREFERENCES

These settings are for Image Mode.

1.14.1 IMAGE ENHANCEMENT

This feature uses a combination of edge sharpening and contrast enhancement to

produce an image that is visually pleasing.

*Off

Low

Medium

High

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1.14.2 IMAGE RESOLUTION

This feature alters image resolution before compression. Multiple pixels are combined to

one pixel, resulting in a smaller image containing the original content with reduced

resolution. Options are –

 Full: 1280 x 1024 (uncropped image size)

 1/2: 640 x 512 (uncropped image size)

 1/4: 320 x 160 (uncropped image size)

*Full Resolution

1/2 Resolution

1/4 Resolution

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1.14.3 IMAGE CROPPING

This is used to crop a captured image.

 Disable Image Cropping: Present the full 1280 x 1024 pixels.

 Enable Image Cropping: Crop the image to the pixel addresses specified.

Enable

*Disable

Note: The scanner has a cropping resolution of 4 pixels. Setting the cropping area to less

than 3 pixels transfers the entire image.

Crop to Pixel Address

For image cropping, set the pixel addresses from (0,0) to (751, 479) to crop to. Columns are

numbered from 0 to 751, rows from 0 to 479

. Specify four values for Top, Left, Bottom, and Right,

where Top and Bottom correspond to row pixel addresses, and Left and Right correspond to column

pixel addresses. For example, for a 4 row x 8 column image in the extreme bottom-right section of

the image, set the following values:

Top = 476, Bottom = 479, Left = 744, Right = 751

Top (0~479)

Left (0~751)

Bottom (0~479)

Right (0~751)

1. Read the barcode above one at a time to specify its value.

2. Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page

錯誤

尚未定義書籤。

. For example, read “4”, “7” and

“6” for a value of 476.

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

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1.14.4 IMAGE FILE FORMAT

Select an image format for storing captured images.

*JPEG

BMP

TIFF

1.14.5 BITS PER PIXEL

Select the number of significant bits per pixel (BPP) to use when capturing an image.

Select 1 BPP for a black and white image, 4 BPP to assign 1 of 16 levels of grey to each

pixel, or 8 BPP to assign 1 of 256 levels of grey to each pixel.

Note: The decoder ignores these settings for JPEG files, which always use 8 BPP.

1 BPP

4 BPP

*8 BPP

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1.14.6 JPEG IMAGE OPTIONS

Optimize JPEG images for either size or quality.

*JPEG Quality

Selector

JPEG Size Selector

JPEG Target File Size

Define the target JPEG file size in terms of 1 Kilobytes (1024 bytes). By default, it is set to 40

Kilobytes.

JPEG Target File Size

5~150 (*40)

1. Read the barcode above to specify a value.

2. Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page

錯誤

尚未定義書籤。

. For example, read “1”, “2” and

“0” for a value of 120.

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

JPEG Quality Value

If you selected JPEG Quality Selector, specify the JPEG quality value. By default, it is set to 65.

JPEG Quality Value

5~100 (*65)

1. Read the barcode above to specify a value.

2. Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page

錯誤

尚未定義書籤。

. For example, read “5” and “0”

for a value of 50.

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

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1.15 SIGNATURE CAPTURE

A signature capture barcode is a special-purpose symbology, which delineate a signature

capture area in a document with a machine-readable format. The recognition pattern is

variable so it can optionally provide an index to various signatures. The region inside the

barcode pattern is considered the signature capture area.

Decide whether to allow the decoder to capture signature in Decode Mode.

Enable Signature

Capture

*Disable Signature

Capture

Enable Signature Capture

Have the scanner read the setup barcodes in a separate but complete sequence:

Disable Signature Capture

Have the scanner read only one setup barcode to complete the setting:

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1.15.1 SIGNATURE CAPTURE FILE FORMAT

Select an image format for storing captured signatures.

*JPEG

BMP

TIFF

1.15.2 SIGNATURE CAPTURE BITS PER PIXEL

Select the number of significant bits per pixel (BPP) to use when capturing a signature.

Select 1 BPP for a black and white image, 4 BPP to assign 1 of 16 levels of grey to each

pixel, or 8 BPP to assign 1 of 256 levels of grey to each pixel.

Note: The decoder ignores these settings for JPEG files, which always use 8 BPP.

1 BPP

4 BPP

*8 BPP

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1.15.3 SIGNATURE CAPTURE WIDTH & HEIGHT

The aspect ratio of the Signature Capture Width and Signature Capture Height

parameters must match that of the signature capture area. For example, a 4 x 1 inch

signature capture area would require a 4 to 1 aspect ratio of width to height.

Signature Capture

Width 1~752 (*400)

Signature Capture

Height 1~480 (*100)

1) Read the barcode above one at a time to specify its value.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。. For example, read “4”,

“8” and “0” for a value of 480.

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

1.15.4 SIGNATURE CAPTURE JPEG QUALITY

Specify the JPEG quality value. By default, it is set to 65.

JPEG Quality Value

5~100 (*65)

1) Read the barcode above to specify a value.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。. For example, read “5”

and “0” for a value of 50.

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

Update

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 hold down 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 Chapter 3 – Setting up a WPAN Connection.

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

IN THIS CHAPTER

2.1 BT HID ...................................................................... 66

2.2 BT SPP Slave .............................................................. 77

2.3 BT SPP Master ............................................................ 79

2.4 Keyboard Wedge via 3656 ........................................... 83

2.5 RS-232 via 3656 ......................................................... 94

2.6 USB HID via 3656 ....................................................... 99

2.7 USB Virtual COM via 3656 .......................................... 109

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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 scanned data will be transmitted

to the computer.

HID Settings Defaults

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-Function Delay 0 (ms)

2.1.1 ACTIVATE BT HID & SELECT KEYBOARD TYPE

When BT HID interface is activated, you will have to select a keyboard type 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 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。. 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.

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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) 71 PCAT (Belgium)

65 PCAT (French) 72 PCAT (Spanish)

66 PCAT (German) 73 PCAT (Portuguese)

67 PCAT (Italy) 74 PS55 A01-2 (Japanese)

68 PCAT (Swedish) 75 User-defined table

69 PCAT (Norwegian) 76 PCAT (Turkish)

70 PCAT (UK)

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 3.2.3 Connect to

Dongle to establish a new connection.

Reset Connection

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

cleared as well.

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2.1.3 KEYBOARD SETTINGS

 Alphabets Layout

 Digits Layout

 Capital Lock Type

 Capital Lock Setting

 Alphabets Transmission

 Digits 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 keyboard, 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 re

versed 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 The scanner will automatically detect the status of Caps Loc

k 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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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

Refer 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.

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2.1.4 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

By default, the inter-function delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254,

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.

Value Delay Time Value Delay Time

0 Disable 195 ~ 204 200 millisecond

1 ~ 14 10 millisecond 205 ~ 214 210 millisecond

15 ~ 24 20 millisecond 215 ~ 224 220 millisecond

25 ~ 34 30 millisecond 225 ~ 234 230 millisecond

35 ~ 44 40 millisecond 235 ~ 244 240 millisecond

45 ~ 54 50 millisecond 245 ~ 254 250 millisecond

… …

Inter-Function

Delay… (*0~254)

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

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。 for the desired

inter-function delay (millisecond).

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

2.1.5 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.

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2.1.6 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. You may have the scanner read the

“Use POWER Key to Show or Hide Keypad” barcode in advance. Then, it will allow

pressing the [Power/Delete] key to show or hide the onscreen 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.

*Normal

Use POWER Key to

Show or Hide Keypad

Instead of using the [Power/Delete] key, you may have the scanner read the following

barcode to show or hide the keypad.

Show or Hide Keypad

When connecting the scanner to iPhone or iPad, have the scanner read the following

barcode to show or hide the keypad if necessary.

Show or Hide Keypad

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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

This is SPP Slave Mode.

Activate BT SPP,

Slave Mode

2.2.2 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

By default, the inter-function delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254,

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.

Value Delay Time Value Delay Time

0 Disable 195 ~ 204 200 millisecond

1 ~ 14 10 millisecond 205 ~ 214 210 millisecond

15 ~ 24 20 millisecond 215 ~ 224 220 millisecond

25 ~ 34 30 millisecond 225 ~ 234 230 millisecond

35 ~ 44 40 millisecond 235 ~ 244 240 millisecond

45 ~ 54 50 millisecond 245 ~ 254 250 millisecond

… …

Inter-Function

Delay… (*0~254)

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

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。 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 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。. For example, read “1”

and “0” for the scanner to automatically shut down after being idle for 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 it fails to re-connect within the specified period of time (2

minutes by default), the scanner will become inactive to save power. Once the

re-connection is established successfully, the scanner 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 automatically turn off when the time is up.

Refer to 1.1.2 Auto Power Off & Power-Saving.

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 3656.

 “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

Prefix “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 while reading

setup barcodes for the MAC address. If the MAC address has not been 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

錯誤

尚未定義書籤。

for the desired MAC

address.

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

Exit SPP Master Mode

To stop 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 3.2.3 Connect to Dongle to establish a

new WPAN connection.

Reset Connection

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2.3.2 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

By default, the inter-function delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254,

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.

Value Delay Time Value Delay Time

0 Disable 195 ~ 204 200 millisecond

1 ~ 14 10 millisecond 205 ~ 214 210 millisecond

15 ~ 24 20 millisecond 215 ~ 224 220 millisecond

25 ~ 34 30 millisecond 225 ~ 234 230 millisecond

35 ~ 44 40 millisecond 235 ~ 244 240 millisecond

45 ~ 54 50 millisecond 245 ~ 254 250 millisecond

… …

Inter-Function

Delay… (*0~254)

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

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。 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

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 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。. For example, read “1”

and “0” for the scanner to automatically shut down after being idle for 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 3656.

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2.4 KEYBOARD WEDGE VIA 3656

The Y cable allows you to connect the scanner via 3656 to the keyboard input port of PC

and you may join the keyboard as well. The scanned data will be transmitted to the host

keyboard port as if it is manually entered via the keyboard. For example, run a text

editor on your computer to receive the data.

Keyboard Wedge Settings Defaults

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)

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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 3656

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 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。. 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 3656

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

when using 3656 with the keyboard wedge cable provided —

No. Keyboard Type No. Keyboard Type

1 PCAT (US) 16 PS55 001-2

2 PCAT (French) 17 PS55 001-82

3 PCAT (German) 18 PS55 001-3

4 PCAT (Italian) 19 PS55 001-8A

5 PCAT (Swedish) 20 PS55 002-1, 003-1

6 PCAT (Norwegian) 21 PS55 002-81, 003-81

7 PCAT (UK) 22 PS55 002-2, 003-2

8 PCAT (Belgium) 23 PS55 002-82, 003-82

9 PCAT (Spanish) 24 PS55 002-3, 003-3

10 PCAT (Portuguese) 25 PS55 002-8A, 003-8A

11 PS55 A01-1 26 IBM 3477 Type 4 (Japanese)

12 PS55 A01-2 (Japanese) 27 PS2-30

13 PS55 A01-3 28 IBM 34XX/319X, Memorex Telex 122 Keys

14 PS55 001-1 29 User-defined table

15 PS55 001-81 30 PCAT (Turkish)

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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

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 keyboard, 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 a

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

The 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).

Auto Detect

Capital Lock ON

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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

Refer 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”.

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ALT Composing

By default, Alternate key composing is disabled. Select [Yes] to allow emulating 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 e

nable this feature if you connect the

wedge cable to a laptop without an external keyboard being inter-connected.

Enable

*Disable

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2.4.3 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 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。 for the desired

inter-character delay (millisecond).

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

2.4.4 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

By default, the inter-function 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 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 “Decimal Value” barcode on page 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。 for the desired

inter-function delay (millisecond).

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

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2.5 RS-232 VIA 3656

Use the RS-232 cable to connect the scanner via 3656 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 Defaults

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

2.5.1 ACTIVATE RS-232 INTERFACE

Activate 3656

RS-232 Interface

2.5.2 BAUD RATE

*115200 bps

57600 bps

38400 bps

19200 bps

9600 bps

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4800 bps

2400 bps

1200 bps

600 bps

2.5.3 DATA BITS

*8 bits

7 bits

2.5.4 PARITY

*No parity

Even

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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 Description

No No flow control

Scanner Ready The scanner will activate the RTS signal upon powering on. After each good

read, the scanner will then wait for the CTS signal to become active. Data

will not be sent until the CTS signal becomes active.

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

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

signal becomes active.

Inverted Data Ready

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

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. 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 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。 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

By default, the inter-function 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 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 this barcode above to specify the inter-function delay.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。 for the desired

inter-function delay (millisecond).

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

Enter Setup

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2.5.9 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 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。. For example, read “1”

and “0” for the scanner to automatically shut down after being idle for 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 3656

For USB HID, use the USB cable to connect the scanner via 3656 to the USB port of PC

and connect the power supply cord if necessary. Run any text editor on your computer,

and the scanned data will be transmitted to the computer.

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-Function Delay 0 (ms)

2.6.1 ACTIVATE USB HID & SELECT KEYBOARD TYPE

When USB HID interface is activated, you will have to select a keyboard type to complete

this setting.

Activate

3656 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 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。. 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) 71 PCAT (Belgium)

65 PCAT (French) 72 PCAT (Spanish)

66 PCAT (German) 73 PCAT (Portuguese)

67 PCAT (Italy) 74 PS55 A01-2 (Japanese)

68 PCAT (Swedish) 75 User-defined table

69 PCAT (Norwegian) 76 PCAT (Turkish)

70 PCAT (UK)

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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

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 keyboard, 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

The 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).

Auto Detect

Capital Lock ON

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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

Refer 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".

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2.6.3 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

By default, the inter-function delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254,

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.

Value Delay Time Value Delay Time

0 Disable 195 ~ 204 200 millisecond

1 ~ 14 10 millisecond 205 ~ 214 210 millisecond

15 ~ 24 20 millisecond 215 ~ 224 220 millisecond

25 ~ 34 30 millisecond 225 ~ 234 230 millisecond

35 ~ 44 40 millisecond 235 ~ 244 240 millisecond

45 ~ 54 50 millisecond 245 ~ 254 250 millisecond

… …

Inter-Function

Delay… (*0~254)

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

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。 for the desired

inter-function delay (millisecond).

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

2.6.4 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

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2.7 USB VIRTUAL COM VIA 3656

Use the USB cable to connect the scanner via 3656 to the USB port of PC and connect

the power supply cord if necessary. You may run HyperTerminal.exe on your computer,

and the scanned data will be transmitted to the computer.

Note: If you are using USB Virtual COM for the first time, you must install its driver from

the CD-ROM. Driver version 5.3 or later is required. Please remove older versions!

2.7.1 ACTIVATE USB VIRTUAL COM

Activate 3656

USB Virtual COM

2.7.2 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

By default, the inter-function delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254,

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.

Value Delay Time Value Delay Time

0 Disable 195 ~ 204 200 millisecond

1 ~ 14 10 millisecond 205 ~ 214 210 millisecond

15 ~ 24 20 millisecond 215 ~ 224 220 millisecond

25 ~ 34 30 millisecond 225 ~ 234 230 millisecond

35 ~ 44 40 millisecond 235 ~ 244 240 millisecond

45 ~ 54 50 millisecond 245 ~ 254 250 millisecond

… …

Inter-Function

Delay… (*0~254)

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

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。 for the desired

inter-function delay (millisecond).

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

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2.7.3 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 錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。. For example, read “1”

and “0” for the scanner to automatically shut down after being idle for 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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The 1564 scanner can be configured to send data to a host computer wirelessly via the

3656 stand, or to a notebook computer or PDA with Bluetooth® wireless technology.

Upon powering up, the scanner will be ready for establishing a WPAN connection.

To establish a connection via 3656 after reading “Set Connection” and “Serial No.” labels …

Interface Option Reference

Keyboard Wedge

RS-232

2.4 Keyboard Wedge via 3656

USB HID

2.5 RS-232 via 3656

USB Virtual COM

2.6 USB HID via 3656

2.7 USB Virtual COM via 3656

To establish a connection via Bluetooth® dongle after pairing…

Interface Option Reference

BT HID 2.1 BT HID

BT SPP 2.2 BT SPP Slave, 2.3 BT SPP Master

IN THIS CHAPTER

3.1 Connecting via 3656 .................................................. 114

3.2 Connecting via Bluetooth® Dongle ............................... 117

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SETTING UP A WPAN CONNECTION

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3.1 CONNECTING VIA 3656

By default, the interface of 3656 is set to “USB HID”. Use the interface cable to connect

the scanner via 3656 to PC. You can have up to seven scanners connected to one

computer at the same time.

Note: If you are using USB Virtual COM for the first time, you must install its driver from

the CD-ROM. Driver version 5.3 or later is required. Please remove older versions!

3.1.1 CONNECT TO 3656

You can connect any scanner to 3656 by having the scanner read the two labels at the

back of 3656. The scanner will respond with one beep upon reading each of the labels.

 “Set Connection” label

 “Serial Number” label

After reading these labels, the scanner will stay active for a specified period of time (2

minutes by default) trying to connect to the 3656 stand while its LED is flashing blue

(On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s). Once connected, the scanner will respond with three beeps

(tone ascending from low to high), and the LED becomes flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.02

s: 3 s). When getting out of range, the scanner will respond with three short beeps (tone

descending from high to low).

Read the “Set Connection” label first, and then the “Serial Number” label. If the “Set

Connection” label on 3656 is illegible, try this one —

Set Connection

Note: The 3656 settings will overwrite the interface-related settings on the scanners that

are currently connected to 3656.

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3.1.2 CHANGE INTERFACE

If you want to change the interface cable of 3656, use one of the scanners to configure

the interface-related settings and it will pass the new settings to 3656, which will then

initialize and pass the settings to any other connected scanners.

1) Have the scanner read the “Set Connection” and “Serial Number” labels at the back of

3656.

2) Within two minutes, connect the interface cable between 3656 and your computer.

For USB Virtual COM, you may need to install its driver first!

3) The scanners will connect to your computer via 3656.

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

5) Have the scanner read the desired interface barcode and configure its related

settings –

 “Activate Keyboard Wedge & Select Keyboard Type”

 “Activate RS-232”

 “Activate USB HID & Select Keyboard Type”

 “Activate USB Virtual COM”

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

7) After the scanner resumes connection with 3656, it will pass the interface-related

settings to 3656.

8) Upon receipt of the new settings, 3656 will initialize itself.

9) Updated with new settings, 3656 will pass the settings to other connected scanners.

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3.1.3 CONFIGURE RELATED SETTINGS

Sniff Mode (Power-saving)

By default, this feature is enabled, meaning the scanner will listen to the wireless network at a

reduced rate.

*Enable

Disable

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3.2 CONNECTING VIA BLUETOOTH® DONGLE

3.2.1 CHANGE INTERFACE

Below is the procedure to configure the scanner before establishing a WPAN connection

via Bluetooth® dongle.

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

2) Have the scanner read the desired interface barcode –

 “Activate BT HID & Select Keyboard Type”

 “Activate BT SPP Slave Mode”

 “Activate BT SPP Master Mode”

3) Have the scanner read the barcodes related to WPAN settings, such as Device Name

Broadcasting, Authentication & PIN Code, etc.

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

5) The scanner will stay active for a specified period of time (2 minutes by default)

waiting for a connection request from the host (SPP Slave Mode) or trying to connect

to the host (HID or SPP Master Mode). Its CPU is running at full speed, and the LED is

flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s).

Once connected, when getting out of range, the scanner will respond with three short

beeps (tone descending from high to low).

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3.2.2 CONFIGURE RELATED SETTINGS

Sniff Mode (Power-saving)

By default, this feature is enabled, meaning the scanner will listen to the wireless network at a

reduced rate.

*Enable

Disable

Note: When connecting more than two scanners to a notebook computer or PDA with

Bluetooth® wireless technology, we suggest that you disable the power-saving

setting for a more reliable connection.

Device Name Broadcasting

The scanner can be configured to hide itself from other devices equipped with Bluetooth® wireless

technology. Simply disable the device name broadcasting setting so that it won’t be discovered by

any other computer or PDA. However, broadcast

ing must be enabled for establishing an initial

connection with the scanner. For example, you can disable device name broadcasting after

successfully connecting the scanner to WorkStation1. Such connection will be maintained

automatically unless the scanne

r is removed from the paired device list (called unpairing) by

WorkStation1 or any changes made to authentication and the PIN code. If you want WorkStation2

to connect to the scanner, you will have to enable device name broadcasting first.

*Enable

Disable

Note: By default, device name broadcasting is enabled (which is required for initial

connection).

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Authentication

When any changes are made to authentication and PIN code on the scanner side, you will have to

remove the scanner from the paired device list (called unpairing) and go through the whole process

to re-establish the connection.

The scanner allows up to 16 characters for a PIN code and provides two options for authentication:

Enable Authentication with Preset PIN

Have the scanner read the “Use preset PIN” barcode, and change the preset PIN if necessary.

This means you will have to enter exactly the same string for your computer or PDA to connect

to the scanner. If the PIN or passkey is incorrect, any connection attempt will be turned down by

the scanner. See step 8 in 3.2.3 Connect to Dongle.

1. Read the “Use preset PIN” barcode to enable authentication with a preset PIN.

Use Preset PIN

2. Read one of the barcodes to specify the PIN code, in decimal or hexadecimal.

By default, the PIN code is set to “0000”. Maximum 16 characters are allowed.

Enter PIN in

Hexadecimal …

Enter PIN in

Decimal…

3. Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page

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or the “Hexadecimal Value”

barcode on page

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for the desired digits or character string.

Read the “Clear PIN Code” barcode first if you need to re-input the PIN code.

Clear PIN Code

4. Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

Enable Authentication with Random PIN or No Authentication

By default, it is set to “No PIN or use random PIN”, which depends on the setting of the target

device. (No PIN = No authentication.)

*No PIN or

use random PIN

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Note: When using BT HID, some device driver may not support pre-defined PIN code for

authentication. In this case, make sure you have the scanner set to “No PIN or use

random PIN” before pairing. While pairing, the host PIN code will be displayed on

the computer screen. Have the scanner read the setup barcode “Enter PIN Code in

Decimal” or “Enter PIN Code in Hexadecimal” to input the matching PIN code.

Refer to Disable Authentication or Use Random PIN.

Use random PIN

No PIN required

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3.2.3 CONNECT TO DONGLE

The procedure goes through associating devices for establishing a WPAN connection,

which is pretty much the same except for the software you are using. If your computer is

running Microsoft® Windows® XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) or Windows Vista® Service Pack 1

(SP1), you can use the software support that Windows® includes, or you can use the

driver that the device manufacturer provides. Now, let’s try using the software support

that Windows® XP Service Pack 2 includes.

BT HID Procedure

By default, BT HID is activated on the scanner, and the keyboard type is set to PCAT (US). When

BT HID is re-activated, you will have to select a keyboard type to complete this setting.

The procedure is the same as for BT SPP. Refer to steps 1~11 below.

BT SPP Procedure

1. Turn on the Bluetooth® function on your computer, running Windows XP SP2.

2. Double-click the Bluetooth® icon from the lower right of the taskbar.

Alternatively, you may go to Control Panel > Bluetooth Devices.

3. Click [Add] to search devices nearby.

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Turn on the scanner with correct WPAN settings, such as select BT SPP or BT HID,

broadcasting enabled, authentication enabled, and PIN code specified, etc. Select the check

box of [My device is set up and ready to be found] on your computer.

5. Click [Next].

6. Wait for a few seconds for the Wizard to search available devices nearby.

The scanner will appear with its “serial number” as the device name. You may double-check

the “Serial Number” label on the scanner to ensure connecting with the correct scanner.

Select the target scanner. If the target scanner does not appear on the list, click [Search

Again] to refresh the list. The scanner might enter Suspend Mode now, and you can press the

trigger to have it active again (=discoverable). It will then stay active for a specified period of

time (2 minutes by default) and wait for PC to establish a connection.

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7. Click [Next].

Enter the passkey for authentication, which must be exactly the same as configured for the

scanner.

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9. Click [Next]. Wait for a few seconds for Windows to exchange passkeys.

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Note: When Bluetooth security is enabled without providing a pre-set PIN code, dynamic

input of PIN code is supported.

10. Click [Finish].

1560 as BT SPP Slave

1560 as BT SPP Master

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11. Now the target scanner will be listed as shown below.

You can have up to seven scanners connected to one computer at the same time.

Note: When any changes are made to authentication and PIN code on the scanner side,

or you want to change to use BT HID, it is suggested that you remove the scanner

from the paired device list (called unpairing) and go through the whole process to

re-establish the connection.

12. Run the desired application on your computer, such as HyperTerminal.exe if using BT SPP or

Notepad.exe if using BT HID.

The status of the scanner listed on the device list will be updated to “Connected”, indicating

the WPAN connection is established successfully via the outgoing COM port if using BT SPP.

Note: Even though the scanner is connected to the host with authentication disabled (=

no PIN code required), the host may still request a PIN code while the application

is opening COM port. Dynamic input of PIN code is supported so that you may

input a matching PIN code on the scanner. Refer to Disable Authentication or Use

Random PIN.

Select and Remove

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BT SPP Connected

BT SPP Disconnected

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Optical Characteristics 1564

Scan Engine 2D Imager

Light Source Visible red LED

RF Characteristics

WPAN Module Wireless PAN BT Class 2 compliance

Coverage (line-of-sight) 90 meters with 3656

Interface Supported  Serial Port Profile (BT SPP)

 Human Interface Device Profile (BT HID)

 3656

Physical Characteristics

Memory 

4 KB for transmit buffer

 512 KB flash for memory mode

Switch Tactile switch

Indication Triple-color LED (Red/Green/Blue) and beeper

Weight Approx. 170 g

SPECIFICATIONS

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Electrical Characteristics

Battery Rechargeable Li-ion battery – 3.7 V, 800 mAh

Power Adaptor

Input AC 100~240 V, 50/60 Hz

Output DC 5V ± 5% (with adaptor via 3656 or battery charger)

Environmental Characteristics

Temperature Operating

Storage

0 °C to 50 °C

-20 °C to 60 °C

Humidity

(Non-condensing) Operating

Storage

10% to 90%

5% to 95%

Resistance

Impact Resistance 1.2 m, 5 drops per 6 sides

Splash / Dust Resistance IP 30

Electrostatic Discharge ± 15 kV air discharge, ± 8 kV contact discharge

Programming Support

Configuration via Setup Barcodes Use setup barcodes or host serial commands.

Software Windows®-based ScanMaster

Firmware upgradeable Download firmware updates via the download utility.

Accessories (

√

means “supported”)

Rechargeable Li-ion Battery √

Battery Charger √

3656 Stand √

Note: The 3656 stand is not only capable of charging the 1564 scanner, but specifically

designed for the scanner to communicate with a host computer wirelessly.

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