Zebex Z-217XP Handheld Terminal (WIFI & BT) User Manual
Zebex Industries Inc Handheld Terminal (WIFI & BT) Users Manual
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Z-2170 ( Version 1.02)
User’s Manual
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Editorial Record
Version Date of edited Page Content
Ver1.00 2014/05/14 Initial release
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Table of Contents
Preface ......................................................................................................... 4
About This Manual.............................................................................................................. 4
Copyright............................................................................................................................. 5
Safety Information............................................................................................................... 5
Unpacking
.................................................................................................... 7
Package Contents ................................................................................................................7
Optional Parts...................................................................................................................... 8
General Guide ........................................................................................... 11
Getting Started
.......................................................................................... 13
Inserting the Battery.......................................................................................................... 13
Remove the Battery........................................................................................................... 13
Charging the Battery ......................................................................................................... 14
System Reset ..................................................................................................................... 17
PC System Requirements .................................................................................................. 18
Connecting To PC ............................................................................................................. 18
Specifications .................................................................................................................... 20
Using Barcode Scanner
........................................................................... 21
Scanning Barcodes ............................................................................................................ 21
Volume Control ................................................................................................................. 22
Using the Zebex PowerPack ................................................................... 23
Backlight ........................................................................................................................... 23
Calculator .......................................................................................................................... 25
File Transfer
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Function Key Manager...................................................................................................... 29
Preload Manager
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Preload Operation.............................................................................................................. 35
Switch................................................................................................................................ 38
Scan Manager
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Backup/Restore
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Preface
About This Manual
Thank you for your purchase of the ZEBEX Z-2170 Plus Handheld
Terminal. ZEBEX Z-2170 Plus is at the forefront of handheld terminal
technology, and this manual will provide the necessary information on
the many and varied options available to you.
The Z-2170 Plus is a compact, ergonomic, modular and durable
handheld terminal. It is designed for easy upgrade with an integrated
WiFi wireless communication, 1D barcode scanner and 2D Imager,
solution. The design is complies with IP54 regulations and ideal for the
mobile worker as it simple and easy to use anywhere along a supply
chain.
Symbols used in this manual
A triangular shape indicates you should exercise
caution.
A circle shape indicates something you should not to
do.
A black circle indicates something you must to do.
A note symbol indicates the information is important
and you should observe.
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Copyright
ZEBEX Industries Inc. makes no warranty of any kind with regard to
this material. Including but not limited to the imply warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. ZEBEX Industries
Inc. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental
consequential damages in connection with the furnishing,
performance or use of this product.
ZEBEX Industries Inc. will be under no liability in respect of any defect
arising from fair wear and tear, willful damage, negligence, abnormal
working conditions, failure to follow the instructions and warnings, or
misuse or alteration or repair of the products without written approval.
No part of this document may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a
retrieval system, transcribed or translated into any language or
computer language in any form or by any means electronic,
mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, with
express writ- ten consent and authorization.
We reserve the right to make changes in product design without
reservation and without notification. The material in this guide is for
information only and is subject to change without notice.
ZEBEX is a registered trademark of ZEBEX INDUSTRIES INC.
© Copyright 2014 ZEBEX.
Safety Information
Your safety is of the utmost importance so please observe and follow
the following guidelines that allow you to use the scanner in a safe
and responsible way.
Laser Safety
The Z-2170 Plus handheld terminal complies with safety standard
IEC825-1(1993) for a Class 2 laser product. It also complies with
U.S.21CFR1040 as applicable to a Class II laser product. Avoid
staring at direct laser light as the laser beam may hurt your eyes.
LASER BEAM
Never look directly into the laser beam. Doing so can cause
eye damage.
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Safety Operation
WARNING
Disassembly and Modification
Never try to disassemble or modify the device in any way.
All
servicing should
be
carried
out
be
qualified
Zebex
personnel or
Zebex- approved engineers.
Interior Parts and Components
Never touch interior high voltage parts or components. Doing
so creates the danger of electrical shock.
Drop and Knock the Device
Be careful when using the device; do not drop or knock the
device as irreversible damage to the unit may occur.
Extreme temperature
Do not operate the device under extreme temperature.
Battery and Charger
The use of third-party battery or charger may either damage the
device or shorten the life of the device.
CAUTION
Dropping and Damage
Should the drop the device and damage it, immediately turn off
the power and contact your original dealer or an authorized
ZEBEX service provider. Continued use creates the danger of
fire and electrical shock.
Abnormal Conditions
Should the device become hot or start to emit smoke or an
original dealer or an authorized ZEBEX service provider.
Continued use creates the danger of fire and electrical shock.
Foreign Objects
Should any foreign matter ever get into the device, immediately
turn off the power and contact your original dealer or an
authorized ZEBEX service provider. Continued use creates the
danger of fire and electrical shock.
Moisture
Keep the device away from vases, planters, cups, glasses and
other containers of liquid. Also keep it away from metal. Water
and metal getting into the device creates the danger of fire and
electrical shock.
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Unpacking
Package Contents
Power Adapter
Z-2170 Plus selection
Type: North America/Japan/
Taiwan/Europe
Handheld Terminal
Stylus Pen Battery Pack
Sling (for stylus Pen) Hand strip Holder
Hand Strip
Hand Strip
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Optional Parts
Cradle
package
Docking Cradle RS232 Cable
(Connect from cradle tp PC)
Power Adapter USB cable
(From Cradle to PC USB port)
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Purchaseable accessories
Power Adapter
RS232 Cable Britain Plug head
U.S. Plug head
USB cable
(From Cradle to PC USB port)
Australia Plug head
Main Battery
Stylus Pen Europe Plug head
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Sling (for stylus Pen) Hand Strip
Hand strip Holder Britain Adapter Head
Australia Adapter Head
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General Guide
1 LED indicator (Left) Indicates the status of read barcode :
Green for successful read.
2 LED indicator (Right) Indicates the status of battery charge :
Red for battery charging and Green for full.
3 LCD screen Display various data when a program is being run.
4 Scan button The trigger of barcode reading.
5 Keypad A total of 29 keys are provided to the power and other
function keys.
6 Reset switch (inside the hole) Use reset needle (take off the other side of stylus pen
cover) to press the RESET switch located inside the
7 Scan windows Emits a laser for barcode reading.
8 Buzzer Outputs operation confirmation tones.
9 Stylus pen For touch screen operation and needle for press
RESET switch.
10 Hand strip Protects the Handheld Terminal from dropping.
11 Battery Main battery
12 Communication port Connect to cradle for communication or charging
13 Memory Expansion Slot MicroSD expansion slot
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ENTENT
0
F1 F2 F4
F3
2def 3ghi
abc 1
vwx
8
stu 79yz
mno
4
jkl 5pqr
6
SCAN
@
Backspace Key
Arrow Key
Escape Key
Space Key
Tab Key
Power Key
Shift Key
Enter Key
Function Key
Alphanumeric Key
Using the Keypad
ENT Enter
key Press
to
confirm
entries
or commands.
BS Backspace
key Press
to
move cursor and deletes the previous
character each time.
Arrow Arrow keys
Press
these
to
move
around
the screen.
0-9 Alphanumeric
keypad Press
to
enter
numerical or alphabetical
data.
F1-F4 Function
keys Press
to
access
function keys
1-4.
SP Space key Press to add a space character.
SF/Fn Shift key
The key is used in combination with other keys to
type special characters or perform other function
keys.
1.
Press after SF/Fn key and press Up key to turn
the input method into upper alphabetical.
2.
Press after SF/Fn key and press Down key to turn
the input method into lower alphabetical.
3.
Press after SF/Fn key and press Left or Right key
to turn the input method into numerical.
4.
Press after SF/Fn key and press F1-F4 key to
fF
F8 k
TAB Tab key Press dention. to add a tab in
Power
1. Press to turn the power on
2. Press to turn the power off and go into the
suspend mode.
ESC Escape
key Press to perform a cancel action.
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Getting Started
Inserting the Battery
Insert the battery pack as shown and make sure it is aligned correctly.
Remove the Battery
Push the side lock to unlock the lid and remove the battery pack.
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Charging the Battery
The Li-ion rechargeable battery can be charged while inserted in the
recharging slot of the cradle.
Charging by cradle
A
C
P
owe
r
Adapter
Jack In
USB Interface
RS232/COM port Interface
Cradle - rear view
Right LED
Left LED
Cradle-front view
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Cradle LEDs
Left LED - The LED lit when a battery is inserted into the rear battery
slot of the cradle for recharge. It remains lit until the
charge is complete.
Right LED - The LED lit when the cradle is connected to AC power.
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Charging the battery in the cradle
Insert the battery into the compartment at the rear of the cradle.
Connect the power jack to the cradle and plug AC adapter into the
socket.
NOTES
When
charging
the
battery
for
the
first
time,
charge
for
at least
12
hours
prior
to
use.
When
charging
the
battery
for
the
first
time, be sure to
turn the switch to the ON position as illustrated below
to turn on the backup battery and avoid the low battery
message on the screen.
Off
ON
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System Reset
Using the Warm reset function
Warm reset function allows you to return the device to the default
settings, wile not wiping all data from the memory.
Insert the needle into the reset hole as shown and press down gently
, to
reset the device.
ENTENT
0
F1 F2 F4
F3
2def 3ghiabc 1
vwx
8
stu 79
yz
mno
4
jkl 5pqr
6
SCAN
@
Reset
Using the Cold reset function
Cool reset function allows you to return the device to the factory settings,
wile wiping all data from the memory.
Press down and hold the power key for 8 seconds to cold reset the
device.
WARNING
Cold
reset
will
erase
ALL
pre-configured
data
on
the
scanner.
Check
carefully
to
make
sure
you
have
uploaded
all
important
files to
your
PC
before
proceeding
with
the
reset.
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PC System Requirements
Windows XP Operating System
256 MB RAM
2 GB free HDD space
USB ports communication Interface
WLAN transmitter (optional)
Bluetooth transmitter/receiver (optional)
Connecting To PC
In order to use the software supplied with the Terminal, the mobile data
terminal must be connected to a PC.
Connecting via USB Cradle
The cradle must also be connected via one of your PC’s USB ports.
Attach one end of the cable to the USB interface on the cradle and the
other to your PC.
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About The Product
The Z-2170 Plus is a compact, ergonomic and durable portable data
terminal. It is designed with an integrated wireless communication and
1D laser barcode scanner, touch screen and 29-keys keypad. The
design is ideal for the mobile worker as it simple and easy to use
anywhere along a supply chain. It complies with IP54 regulations.
The Z-2170 Plus features a Ti AM3715 ARM Cortex-A8 (1GHz) with
Windows CE.NET version 6.0 operation system. This combination
delivers high performance, low power consumption and the diversity of
a wireless networking platform. Compared with other systems currently
available on the market, Z-2170 Plus is the most cost-effective to
offering optimum performance.
Features
Pocket size design
Microsoft Windows CE.NET 6.0 operating system
2.4” TFT color display with touch pane
Micro SD I/O Slot for extra storage or Wireless solution with
IEEE802.11b/g
Easy system control tools – PowerPack, saving time and cost for
software development
Prerequisites
Skills Required
The following skills are required by developers aiming to develop
application software for the ZEBEX Z-2170 Plus.
● Windows programming
● Good knowledge of one or more of the following:
* Visual C++
* Visual Basic .NET
* Visual studio .NET
* Visual C#
* Active Server Pages and web programming
The following skills or experiences are also desirable.
● Windows CE devices
● IE 6.0 ActiveSync
● Some networking experience
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Specifications
Model Z-2170 Plus
System Windows CE 6.0
CPU Ti AM3715 ARM Cortex-A8 1GHz
Memory 512 MB flash ROM/512 MB flash RAM
LCD Display 2.4" QVGA, TFT (240 x 320)
Audio One speaker output,
AC97 Codec with speaker output and touch panel
control
Internal Microphone input
Operating System
Main Battery 3.7V 2,200mAH Li-ion rechargeable battery
Backup Battery One rechargeable Li-ion backup battery
Vibrator Only Barcode Scan OK
Scan Engine 1D engine or 2D Imager
Light Source 650 nm visible Laser Diode
Scan Rate 100 scans per second
Print Contrast 30% @ UPC/EAN 100%
Decoding Capability
Barcode Symbologies UPC/ EAN/ JAN, Code 128/EAN 128, Code 39,
Code 93, Interleaved 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5,
Codabar, MSI/Plessey
Card Slots 1 x Micro SD I/O card
Communications / Interfaces RS-232, USB 2.0
WLAN 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth BT 2.1+EDR
Dimensions (L) 162 mm x (W) 60.0 mmx (H) 37.3 mm
Weight Approx. 280 g (battery included)
Environmental
Operating Temp. 0°C ~ 50°C
Storage Temp -20°C ~ 60°C
Operating Humidity 5% ~ 95% (non-condensing)
Drop Durability Withstand 1.5M drop to concrete
Environmental Sealing IP54 rated sealing
Regulatory Approvals CE & FCC Part 15B
Cradle Single slot USB / RS-232 charging cradle with
spare battery slot
Software &Development IE6.0 / Active sync / Update from Micro-SD card /
PowerPack Utility / Support Software SDK
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Using Barcode Scanner
Scanning Barcodes
The Z-2170 Plus is a highly versatile tool that can scan a wide range of
barcodes but it is imperative that it is used in the correct manner.
To
scan
a
barcode:
1. Hold the Z-2170 Plus horizontally and point it directly at the barcode you
wish to scan.
2. Once in the correct position, press the SCAN button.
An audible alarm is heard and the barcode digits will appear on the
LCD screen if the scan is successful.
Barcode Scanning Position
This device can read from 30 to 180mm distance.
1. Position the laser scanner close to the barcode when scanning small
barcodes. And position it is a distance from the barcode when
scanning large barcodes
2. The reader can be detected by a red beam.
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Band Scanning Position
Make sure that the bars enter the laser beam when scanning large
barcodes.
Scanning operations may fail if the laser beam are positioned incorrectly
as below.
Caution: Never look directly into the laser or shine the laser into the eyes.
Volume Control
To set the volume, go to Control Panel and click on Volume and Sound.
Or press [SF/Fn] on the keypad; press F1 for volume up or F2 for volume down.
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Using the Zebex PowerPack
“PowerPack” designed by Zebex provides an easy to use system management
tool. It saves users time and effort in developing applications.
The PowerPack management tool is included in each of our WinCE product. It
is free of charge and offers useful functions without any programming skills
from the users.
To access PowerPack, follow below path from the home screen:
Start >> Programs and choose “PowerPack”
Backlight
This application is for setting the LCD panel and key pad bakclight. It allows
operators to set the duration or to turn it on or off.
The Backlight settings screen include 2 parts:
LCD Panel
Keypad
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The LCD Panel setting:
Auto Timeout: This function is used to turn off the LCD backlight
automaticually after certain period of inactivity. You can set the Auto off time
from 15 sec to 15 min using the Timer setup as illustrated below.
Always ON: This function is used to set the backlight to always on until the
system goes into suspend mode.
Always OFF: This function is used to set the backlight to always off.
The Keypad Backlight setting:
Auto Mode: This function is used to set the keypad backlight to auto off after
certain period of inactivity. The interval of the time for auto off is fixed on 5
seconds.
Always ON: This function is used to set the keypad backlight to always on
until the system into suspend mode.
Always OFF: This function is used to set the backlight to always off.
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Calculator
This calculator function allows operators to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
that simply provide basic logistic function in our daily basis.
The upper zone of the display area displays the memory content, and the
lower zone is key pad.
Button description:
MC : Clear buffer of memory.
MR : Got the value of buffer.
MS : Storage the value to buffer.
M+ : Append the value to the buffer.
CE : Clear the display area to “0”, but keep the value in buffer.
C : Clear the display and the buffer of memory.
+/- : Change the value sign form Plus to Minus or Minus to Plus.
0~9 : Numeric key.
/ : Division function.
* : Multiplication function.
- : Subtraction function.
+ : Addition function.
﹒ : A decimal point of dot.
= :To be equal to, The amount.
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File Transfer
File Transfer is a simple file transferring tool. It lets users transfer files to
another device via Bluetooth. OBEX agreement which is used by cell phone
and Notebook PC is also used here so you can transfer files to cell phone or
Notebook PC, or perform file transfer between two terminals using this
application.
File Transfer is capable to auto-search devices with Bluetooth communication,
so all devices within valid range will be listed in window of “1. Select Remote
Device”.
Function Instructions:
Select Remote Device
All devices with Bluetooth Communication functions are listed on the display.
Query: For searching usable devices.
Stop: Stop searching.
Connect: For connecting with one device.
Disconnect: For disconnecting with current devices.
Select Transfer File
Select file need to be transferred, press button for selecting file.
Start Transfer: Start transferring file to targeted devices.
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Ex. File Transfer By Using Bluetooth
File Transfer by Bluetooth:
Make sure Bluetooth devices are activated, Bluetooth Communication Devices
can be activated under Switch Function within PowerPack software utilities.
Select “Query“ for searching Bluetooth devices, below window will pop up on
display.
1. Select Bluetooth devices for receiving file, select “Connect” for connecting
with devices, or select “Disconnect” to disconnect with current devices.
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2. Click ” … ” button to select the file need to be transferred, then click ”OK ”
button to confirm.
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3. Select “Start Transfer” button to start file transferring.
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Function Key Manager
This application utility provides an easier way to configure the function keys for
your device. Through this application you can set the keys to instantly start
programs like Window Media Player, Calculator, or any application program
you wish including windows system function such as increasing or decreasing
the volume or adjusting the brightness of your LCD panel.
You can find this application from “\settings\control Panel\”.
Program provides eight different function keys (F1~F8) for the setting. Default
settings are shown as below:
F1: SIP ON/OFF
F2: Backlight Manager
F3: Power Switch
F4: Backup/Restore
F5: Volume +
F6: Volume -
F7: Backlight +
F8: Backlight -
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Function Key Manager Set Up Instruction
Enable/ Disable : Enable or Disable Function Key.
Internal Function :
SIP ON/OFF
Backlight Manager
Power Switch
Stylus Calibration
Wi-Fi ON/OFF
Bluetooth ON/OFF
Backup/Restore
Volume +
Volume –
Backlight +
Backlight –
Cut
Copy
Paste
Program File : Install application program according to demand, this function
can be used for setting up auto-execution.
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Edit Internal Function items:
1. Select the item to be modified by clicking the ”Edit” button to enter the
configuration window as below:
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2. Select a new functional item and select “OK” to complete setting.
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Edit application software for auto-execution:
1. Select Program File checkbox and click “Browse” to browse files.
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2. Select the software required for auto-execution, then select “OK” to
complete the selecting process.
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3. The selected program will appear in the column. Select ”OK“ to complete the
editing process. When Function Key Manager reappears on the display, the
function key is updated with the new program.
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Preload Manager
The Preload Manager is an auto execution program for starting programs at
system boot.
Preload Manager has 2 main functions: Priority and Edit.
Priority: Providing “UP”and “DOWN” two selections for adjusting priority on the
lists.
Edit: Providing ”Remove“ and “Browse..” two functionalities, below are
instructions:
Remove: Deleting selected functionalities.
Browse: Selecting program for preloading, files can be selected from
window by clicking Browse buttons.
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Preload Operation
Selected Program:
1. By clicking ”Browse..”, below menu will appear, select preload program by
using folder. Programs can be selected more than once.
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2. Confirming file by clicking “OK” will get back to Preload Manager main page.
Then complete its process.
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Reset preload priority:
If the preload priority need to be set up to (1)play music -> (2)open explorer ->
(3)check everything, please follow steps listed below:
1. Select by clicking play music.exe program and click ”Up” button to move
up the music.exe.
2. Then select by clicking check everything program and click “Down” button
to move down check everything program.
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Remove a program:
In order to remove “open explorer” program, select by clicking program, then
select “Remove” by clicking on button to finish command.
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Switch
The WiFi and Bluetooth switch utility. To turn these functions on or off, simply
tick the check box of the functions.
Wireless configuration window appears when the WiFi selection is ticked. A list
of SSID will appear automatically after scanning. Select a SSID from the list
and hit “Connect” to enter the Wireless Properties screen. Select the network
type and enter the passkey then select “OK” to connect to the network.
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You may also select “Advanced” tab to setup your preferred networks. To
manage your preferred networks, select Up or Down to change their priorities
or select delete to delete the network.
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Scan Manager
The Scan Manager program is a barcode reader set up program, it offers you
an easy way to enable or disable the barcode scanner, and also offer you to
set up each barcode symbolic properties.
Below are instructions of functions on main page:
Output Mode: provides three output methods such as Copy & Paste / Key
Emulation / None (Copy to Clipboard).
Copy & Paste: Copy and paste the barcode information into application that
need to execute data as input. (ex. WordPad)
Key Emulation: Transfer barcode information via Key Emulation to executed
software’s edit window. Key Emulation function can also be used for barcode
scanning under conditions of Terminal Emulation, Command Prompt and
some other program without touch panel. Read data will be transferred to
application program.
None (copy to clipboard): Function provide required barcode information to
application program, after this function was activated, scanner will read
barcode information and save data into clipboard.
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Terminal Character: Set the terminator control code with barcode data. It offers
“Enter”, “Space”, “Tab”, and “None” for selections. Terminator control code will
be sent every time when barcode was read.
Suffix: Set the suffix character with barcode data.
Prefix: Set the preamble character with barcode data.
Vibrator: Select to switch to the vibrator mode.
Settings: To set the barcode parameter value of each kind of barcode for
barcode scanner. Press the "Setting" button in the application to start the
barcode setting.
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To check the barcode type selection for enable the type of barcode for read,
press the "Properties" tab on top to see the barcode parameter value of each
kind of barcode.
The default values of EAN/UPC code and Code39:
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Backup/Restore
You can find this application at the desktop or from Control Panel,
Backup/Restore.
This application provides you an easy way to backup or restore the device
setting using Flash Disk and storage card. Flash Disk can be used when there
is no storage card. When a SD Card is installed into the device, the program
will detect it automatically and make the SD Card selection available.
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Backup: Select the storage for saving the data then select ”Backup” to
proceed with the backup. Display will restore when backup is finished.
Restore: To restore your settings, press the “Restore” button.
NOTES
Barcode settings are not backed up by this function. To back up your
barcode settings please use barcode setting->Export/Import Setting.
Backup time may vary depending on the size of data you have on
the device.
When restoring system, you must select “Yes” to warm boot the
device to complete the process.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the
following measures:
zReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
zIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
zConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
zConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
15.21
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
15.19
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
1. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter, except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter RF exposure
procedures.
2. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment.
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Europe - EU Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/ EC with
essential test suites as per standards:
EN 300 328:
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM); Wideband transmission systems;
Data transmission equipment operating in the 2.4 GHz ISM band and using spread spectrum
modulation techniques
EN 301 489-17:
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM); Electro Magnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services;
Part 17: Specific conditions for 2.4 GHz wideband transmission systems and 5 GHz
high performance RLAN equipment
EN 60950-1:
Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical business equipment
EN 62311:
Assessment of electronic and electrical equipment related to human exposure restrictions for
electromagnetic fields (0 Hz – 300 GHz)
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Translated Statements of Compliance
Hereby, declares that this product is in compliance with the essential require-ments and other
relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.