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PowerScan™ Retail PBT9500-RT Industrial Cordless Handheld Area Imager Bar Code Reader Quick Reference Guide...
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Resetting Product Defaults ..........7 Set Date and Time ................8 Linking the Reader ................9 Link Datalogic RF Devices to Base......9 Linking to a Bluetooth Adapter in Serial Port Profile (Slave) Mode ..............9 Linking to a Bluetooth Adapter in HID mode... 10 Variable PIN Code ............
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Datalogic Product absent such agreement shall be null and void. 3.3 End User may obtain support for Software from Datalogic at Data- logic' s standard support fees and under Datalogic's standard sup- port terms and conditions in effect at the time the support is requested.
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8. Limitation Of Liability DATALOGIC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIMS AGAINST END USER BY ANY OTHER PARTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL DATALOGIC' S LIABIL- ITY FOR DAMAGES, IF ANY, WHETHER BASED UPON CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), PRODUCT LIABILITY, STRICT LIABILITY, WARRANTY, OR ANY OTHER BASIS, EXCEED THE PRICE OR FEE PAID BY END USER FOR THE DATALOGIC PRODUCT.
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Technical Data and Computer Software clause at DFARS 252.227- 7013(c)(1)(ii), whichever is applicable. 9.2 If End User is using the Datalogic Product outside of the United States, End User must comply with the applicable local laws of the country in which the Datalogic Product is used, with U.S. export control laws, and with the English language version of this Agree- ment.
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Software Product Policy NOTES viii PowerScan™ Retail PBT9500-RT...
PowerScan™ PBT9500-RT Description The PowerScan™ Retail 9500 series is the first handheld scanners family on the market capable of reading digital watermarks, including Digimarc® Barcode. The Power- Scan™ PBT9530-RT is a feature-rich and rugged area imager reader. It is offered in several different models to better fit the different needs of each customer.
The reader can be set up to select and output a subset of data elements from USA Driver License PDF417 barcodes. This feature can be USA Driver License enabled using either Datalogic Aladdin™ or the Parsing barcodes in the USA Driver License Parsing Quick Reference Guide (QRG), available on the Datalogic website.
To install, charge and/or do any other action on the bat- tery, follow the instructions in this manual. To charge the Battery Pack, See “Charging the Batteries” on page 6. Datalogic recommends annual replacement of rechargeable battery packs to ensure NOTE maximum performance.
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Use only the authorized power supplies, bat- tery pack, chargers, and docks supplied by CAUTION your Datalogic reseller. The use of any other power supplies can damage the device and void your warranty. Do not disassemble or modify the battery.
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Installing the Battery Pack Do not replace the battery pack when the device is turned on. Do not remove or damage the battery pack’s label. CAUTION Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any part. Battery pack usage by children should be supervised.
Installing the Battery Pack Charging the Batteries Once the BC 90x0-BT is powered, you can charge the reader' s ™ batteries. Place the PowerScan BT9500 into the BC 90x0-BT cradle. The Reader LED on the cradle/battery charger turns red. The battery is completely charged when the Reader LED on the cradle/battery charger turns green.
Programming Programming The reader is factory-configured with a set of standard default features. Customize your reader through use of the programming bar codes available in the PowerScan™ PBT9500-RT. Check the corresponding features section for your interface, and also the Data Editing and Symbolo- gies chapters of the PRG.
Set Date and Time Reset Default Settings Set Date and Time Scan the Enter/Exit Programming barcode below to set date and time. ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE Scan the Set Date barcode + six digits for Year, Month and Day (YYMMDD) from the Hex- Numeric Keypad on page Set Date...
Linking the Reader Linking the Reader Link Datalogic RF Devices to Base For RF devices, before configuring the interface it is nec- essary to link the handheld with the base. To link the handheld and the base, press the trigger to wake up the handheld and mount it into the base.
Link to PC in HID label below.. Use the host computer’s Bluetooth manager to “Discover new devices” and select "Datalogic Scanner." If you receive an error message, it may be necessary to disable security on the device. Use a text editor to see incoming data on the port designated by the computer's Bluetooth manager.
Linking the Reader Variable PIN Code Some Bluetooth drivers on the Host (such as WIDCOMM and BlueSoleil 8) require a Variable PIN Code. When attempting connection, the application presents a window that includes a PIN Code which is to be input using the PowerScan™...
HID Country Mode HID Country Mode When the Reader is connected with a Bluetooth Adapter in HID mode, you may want to set the country for which your PC is localized. In order to do that, read one of the configuration command labels below.
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HID Country Mode HID COUNTRY MODE (continued) Country Mode = Czech Republic Country Mode = Denmark Country Mode = France Country Mode = French Canadian Country Mode = Germany Country Mode = Hungary Quick Reference Guide...
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HID Country Mode HID COUNTRY MODE (continued) Country Mode = Italy Country Mode = Japanese 106-key Country Mode = Lithuanian Country Mode = Norway Country Mode = Poland Country Mode = Portugal PowerScan™ Retail PBT9500-RT...
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HID Country Mode HID COUNTRY MODE (continued) Country Mode = Romania Country Mode = Spain Country Mode = Sweden Country Mode = Slovakia Country Mode = Switzerland Quick Reference Guide...
HID Caps Lock State HID Caps Lock State This option specifies the format in which the reader sends character data. ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE Caps Lock State = Caps Lock OFF Caps Lock State = Caps Lock ON Caps Lock State = AUTO Caps Lock Enable PowerScan™...
HID Alt Mode HID Alt Mode Read the configuration command label below for the HID Alt Mode feature. ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE HID Alt Mode = OFF HID Alt Mode = ON Power Off Scan the bar code below to shut off power to the BT hand- held until the next trigger pull.
Reading Parameters Reading Parameters Move the reader toward the target and center the aiming pattern and illumination system to capture and decode the image. See Using the PowerScan™ PBT9500-RT on page 2 for more information. The aiming system will briefly switch off after the acquisi- tion time, and if no code is decoded will switch on again before the next acquisition.
Operating Mode Operating Mode Scan Mode The imager can be set to operate in one of several scan- ning modes. See the PRG for more information and set- tings for any of the options: Trigger Single (Default) — When the trigger is pulled, scan- ning is activated until one of the following occurs: •...
Operating Mode Operating Mode (continued) ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE Scan Mode = Scan Mode = Trigger Pulse Multiple Trigger Single Scan Mode = Scan Mode = Flashing Trigger Hold Multiple Scan Mode = Stand Mode Scan Mode = Always On Motion Aiming Control This feature configures the ability of the scanner to Enable/Disable the Aiming system when motion is detected (Motionix™...
Pick Mode Pick Mode Pick Mode is a Decoding and Transmission process where bar codes that are not within the configurable distance from the center of the aiming pattern are not acknowl- edged or transmitted to the host. It is active only in Trigger Single mode.
Technical Specifications Technical Specifications The following tables contain Physical and Performance Characteristics, User Environment and Regulatory infor- mation. Item Description PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS Height: 212 mm Dimensions Length: 110 mm Width: 74 mm Weight 395 g ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Battery Type Li-Ion battery pack 4 hours with external power supply adapter Charge time for full charge from...
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Technical Specifications DEPTH OF FIELD (TYPICAL) Symbology Working Ranges 4 mils: 6-17 cm Code 39 20 mils: 4-55 cm 40 mils: 4-85 cm EAN 13 13 mils: 4-48 cm PDF-417 10 mils: 2-25 cm 7.5 mils: 7-14 cm DataMatrix 10 mils: 4-18 cm a.
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Technical Specifications USER ENVIRONMENT Operating Tempera- -4° to 122° F (-20° - +50° C ) ture Storage Temperature -40° to 158° F (-40° to 70° C) Humidity 0 to 95% non-condensing Scanner withstands >50 times 6.5' (2 m) Drop Specifications drops to concrete Ambient Light Immu- 100,000 Lux...
LED and Beeper Indications LED and Beeper Indications The reader’s beeper sounds and its LED illuminates to indicate various functions or errors on the reader. An optional “Green Spot” also performs useful functions. The following tables list these indications. One exception to the behaviors listed in the tables is that the reader’s func- tions are programmable, and so may or may not be turned on.
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LED and Beeper Indications Table 3. Error Indicators INDICATION DESCRIPTION BEEPER The reader is try- Slow Link Attempt ing to link to the Flashes base Reader and Base Configuration are aligning the Fast Flashes N/A Alignment parameters' con- figuration The reader has 3 beeps of Link successfully...
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LED and Beeper Indications Programming Mode - The following indications ONLY occur when the reader is in Programming Mode. INDICATION DESCRIPTION BEEPER Label Pro- A valid program- LED blinks Reader sounds ming label has continu- four low fre- gramming Mode Entry been scanned.
Error Codes Error Codes Upon startup, if the reader sounds a long tone, this means the reader has not passed its automatic Selftest and has entered FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) isolation mode. If the reader is reset, the sequence will be repeated. Press and release the trigger to hear the FRU indication code.
Cleaning Cleaning Exterior surfaces and scan windows exposed to spills, smudges or debris require periodic cleaning to ensure best performance during scanning. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the product. If the product is very soiled, clean it with a soft cloth moistened with a diluted non-aggressive cleaning solution or diluted ethyl alcohol.
90 day period starting from the date of shipment of the repaired product from Datalogic or until the expiration of the original warranty period, whichever is longer. Da-...
Datalogic. Datalogic shall assume risk of loss or damage for product in Datalogic’s possession. In the absence of specific written instruc- tions for the return of product to Customer, Datalogic will select the carrier, but Datalogic shall not thereby assume any liability in connec- tion with the return shipment.
Ergonomic Recommendations Ergonomic Recommendations In order to avoid or minimize the potential risk of ergonomic injury follow the recommenda- tions below. Consult with your local Health & Safety Manager to ensure that you are adher- CAUTION ing to your company’s safety programs to pre- vent employee injury.
Support Through the Website Support Through the Website Datalogic provides several services as well as technical support through its website. Log on to www.datalogic.com and click on the SUPPORT > General Duty Handheld Scanners category link. From this page you can select your product model from the drop-...
Hex-Numeric Keypad Hex-Numeric Keypad Use the barcodes that follow to enter numbers as you would select digits/characters from a keypad. Quick Reference Guide...
Hex-Numeric Keypad Hex-Numeric Keypad (continued) For HID Variable Pin Code only If you make a mistake, scan the CANCEL barcode below to abort and not save the entry string. You can then restart. Cancel an incomplete HID Variable PIN Code Finish by scanning the Exit HID Variable PIN Code label.