Datalogic Gryphon I GBT4200 Quick Reference Manual

Datalogic Gryphon I GBT4200 Quick Reference Manual

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Gryphon™ I
GBT/GM4200
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
General Purpose Handheld
Bar Code Reader
with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology or
Datalogic's STAR Cordless System™

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  • Page 1 Gryphon™ I GBT/GM4200 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE General Purpose Handheld Bar Code Reader with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology or Datalogic’s STAR Cordless System™...
  • Page 2 Disclaimer Datalogic has taken reasonable measures to provide information in this manual that is complete and accurate, however, Datalogic shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein, nor for inci- dental or consequential damages resulting from the use of this material.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Relative Size and Location of Green Spot......11 Linking the Reader............12 Link Datalogic Devices to Base .......... 12 Link Scanner as Serial Device to a Bluetooth Host... 12 Link Scanner as HID device to a Bluetooth host ....13 Power Off ..............
  • Page 4 Contents Caps Lock State............25 Reading Parameters ............ 26 Good Read Green Spot Duration ........26 Operating Modes ............28 Scan Mode ................28 Technical Specifications..........30 LED and Beeper Indications ......... 33 Troubleshooting ............34 Warranty..............35 Ergonomic Recommendations ........36 Technical Support............
  • Page 5: End User Software License Agreement

    Datalogic grants to End User, a personal, non-exclusive, non-transfer- able, non sub licensable, revocable, limited license to use the Soft- ware, solely on the Datalogic Product in which it is embedded or for which it is intended for use, in machine-readable form only, solely for End User's internal business purposes.
  • Page 6 End User to promptly pay all (additional) license fees due and any further damages, if any. 2. License Fee License fees shall be due by End User to Datalogic according to the terms provided for in the relevant contract for the purchase of the Datalogic Product.
  • Page 7 IF ANY, WHETHER BASED UPON CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLI- GENCE), PRODUCT LIABILITY, STRICT LIABILITY, WARRANTY, OR ANY OTHER BASIS, EXCEED THE PRICE OR FEE PAID BY END USER FOR THE DATALOGIC PRODUCT. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL DATALOGIC OR ITS LICEN-...
  • Page 8 All notices required or authorized under this Agreement shall be given in writing, and shall be effective when received, with evidence of receipt. Notices to Datalogic shall be sent to the attention of Datalogic IP Tech S.r.l., Legal & IP Department, Via San Vitalino 13, 40012 Calderara di Reno (Bolo- gna), Italy, or such other address as may be specified by Datalogic in writ- ing.
  • Page 9: Software Product Policy

    - END - Software Product Policy Datalogic reserves the right to ship its products with the latest version of software/firmware available. This pro- vides our customers with the very latest in Datalogic soft- ware technology.
  • Page 10 EULA NOTES GRYPHON™ I GBT/GM4200...
  • Page 11: Description

    GRYPHON™ GBT/GM4200 DESCRIPTION The Gryphon™ product series from Datalogic has been perceived as one of the most innovative readers since the beginning and the new generation of 4200 and 4500 series wireless readers reinforce this concept thanks to the battery wireless charging system that, coupled with an...
  • Page 12: Setting Up The Reader

    GBT/GM4200 and spare battery pack parts must be periodically recharged. For instance, by using a WLC4190 cradle powered up with a 12V Datalogic AC/DC adapter (cod.8-0935) or a USB Type-C cable for at least 30 minutes each 3 months. GRYPHON™ I GBT/GM4200...
  • Page 13: Positioning The Base Station

    Setting Up the Reader Positioning the Base Station The base station/charger may be set up in desk applica- tion to hold the reader in two different positions, either a horizontal or vertical position, in order to provide the most comfortable use depending on the needs. Figure 1 - Horizontal Position This position is preferred, unless a different specific posi- tioning is required, for its outmost ease of insertion as...
  • Page 14: Reader, Cradle And Leds Description

    Reader, Cradle and LEDs Description READER, CRADLE AND LEDS DESCRIPTION LEDs on the gun provide information about the battery charging status as well as data transmission. Figure 3 - Gryphon Base LEDs 1. Scan Window 2. Trigger 3. Battery & Recharge LED 4.
  • Page 15: Connecting The Base Station

    Interface (I/F) Cable connector into its port in the under- side of the Base Station. Figure 4 - Connecting the Base Station Wall Plug Wall Plug Connector Connector AC/DC Adapter DC Power Cord I/F Cable Datalogic GBT/GM4200 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE...
  • Page 16: Securing The Dc Power Cord (Optional)

    Connecting the Base Station Securing the DC Power Cord (Optional) The DC power cord for the adapter can be secured to the bottom of the base in order to maximize the mechanical retention of the cable itself. The routing of the power cord can be changed to accommodate base station positioning: horizontal, stand or wall mount.
  • Page 17: System And Network Layouts

    System and Network Layouts SYSTEM AND NETWORK LAYOUTS Stand Alone Layouts Figure 7 - Single Reader Layout Figure 8 - Multiple Reader Layout In stand alone systems, each cradle is connected to a sin- gle Host. Figure 9 - Multiple Stand Alone Layout Many stand alone connections can operate in the same physical area without interference, provided all readers and cradles in the system have different addresses.
  • Page 18: Charging The Batteries

    NOTE: Before using the battery, read "Battery Safety" on page 41. Datalogic recommends annual replacement of rechargeable battery packs to ensure maximum performance. THE GBT/GM4200 SCANNER Scanner LEDs Specific LEDs on the Gryphon Scanner provide information about good reading result (3GL) and battery status.
  • Page 19: The Wlc4190 Radio Base

    Red fading = pre-charge The capacitive touch button can be used to force device connection via the Datalogic Aladdin Software tool and for paging the scanner when it is activated. Refer to the Gry- phon I GBT/GM4200 Product Reference Guide (PRG) for a more detailed explanation.
  • Page 20: Using The Gryphon™ I Gbt/Gm4200

    Using the Gryphon™ I GBT/GM4200 USING THE GRYPHON™ I GBT/GM4200 The Gryphon™ I GBT/GM4200 reader normally works by capturing and decoding codes. It is equipped with an internal Motionix™ motion-sensing function which acti- vates the aiming system on device motion. The intelligent aiming system indicates the field of view which should be positioned over the bar code: Aiming System...
  • Page 21: Relative Size And Location Of Green Spot

    Using the Gryphon™ I GBT/GM4200 you will get a good read. Successful reading is signaled by an audible tone plus a good-read green spot LED indicator. Refer to the Gryphon I GBT/GM4200 Product Reference Guide (PRG) for more information about this feature and other programmable settings.
  • Page 22: Linking The Reader

    Linking the Reader LINKING THE READER Link Datalogic Devices to Base Before configuring the interface, it is necessary to link the handheld with the base. To link the handheld and the base, simply put it into the base. If the reader was previously linked to another base,...
  • Page 23: Link Scanner As Hid Device To A Bluetooth Host

    Link to Host in HID mode NOTE: The Gryphon I GBT4200 can be set up to authenticate the remote system when connecting, by entering a Bluetooth passkey or a PIN code. If...
  • Page 24: Selecting The Interface Type

    For interfaces other than those listed in this manual, see the Gryphon™ I GBT/GM4200 Product Reference Guide (PRG), available online at www.datalogic.com. Interface Selection The reader will support all the following host interfaces: •...
  • Page 25: Configuring The Interface

    Configuring the Interface CONFIGURING THE INTERFACE Scan the appropriate programming bar code to select the interface type for your system. NOTE: Unlike some other programming features and options, interface selections require that you scan only one programming bar code label. DO NOT scan an ENTER/EXIT bar code prior to scan- ning an interface selection bar code.
  • Page 26: Usb Interface

    Configuring the Interface USB Interface The reader attaches directly to a USB host, or a powered USB hub, and is powered by it. No additional power supply is required. When using a USB interface, the reader auto- detects the USB cable and defaults to the USB keyboard interface.
  • Page 27: Keyboard Wedge Interface

    Configuring the Interface Keyboard Wedge Interface To use a Keyboard Wedge interface, scan the bar code for the desired keyboard type. KEYBOARD Select KBD-AT (AT, PS/2 25-286, 30-286, 50, 50Z, 60, 70, 80, 90 & 95 w/Standard Key Encoding) Select KBD-AT-NK (IBM AT PS2 with standard key encoding but without external keyboard.) Select KBD-AT-ALT...
  • Page 28: Country Mode

    Configuring the Interface KEYBOARD (CONTINUED) Select KBD-IBM-3153 (for IBM Terminal 3153) Select KBD-IBM-M (for IBM Terminals 31xx, 32xx, 34xx, 37xx make only key- board) Select KBD-IBM-MB (for IBM Terminals 31xx, 32xx, 34xx, 37xx make break key- board) Select KBD-DIG-VT (for DIGITAL Terminals VT2xx, VT3xx, VT4xx) Country Mode This feature specifies the country/language supported by the keyboard.
  • Page 29 Configuring the Interface All other interfaces support ONLY the following Country Modes: U.S., Belgium, Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden. COUNTRY MODE ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE Country Mode = U.S. Country Mode = Belgium Country Mode = United Kingdom Country Mode = Croatia* Country Mode = Czech Republic* Country Mode = Denmark* QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE...
  • Page 30 Configuring the Interface COUNTRY MODE (CONTINUED) Country Mode = France Country Mode = French Canadian Country Mode = Germany Country Mode = Hungary* Country Mode = Italy Country Mode = Japanese 106-key* Country Mode = Lithuanian GRYPHON™ I GBT/GM4200...
  • Page 31 Configuring the Interface COUNTRY MODE (CONTINUED) Country Mode = Norway* Country Mode = Poland* Country Mode = Portugal* Country Mode = Romania* Country Mode = Slovakia Country Mode = Spain Country Mode = Sweden QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE...
  • Page 32 Configuring the Interface COUNTRY MODE (CONTINUED) Country Mode = Switzerland* Supports only the interfaces listed in the Country Mode feature description. GRYPHON™ I GBT/GM4200...
  • Page 33: Programming

    Programming PROGRAMMING The reader is factory-configured with a set of standard default features. After scanning the interface bar code from the Interfaces section, select other options and cus- tomize your reader through use of the programming bar codes available in the Gryphon™ I GBT/GM4200 PRG. Check the corresponding features section for your inter- face, and also the Data Editing and Symbologies chapters of the PRG.
  • Page 34: Numlock

    Numlock NUMLOCK This option specifies the setting of the Numbers Lock (Numlock) key while in keyboard wedge interface. This only applies to alternate key encoding interfaces. It does not apply to USB keyboard. NUMLOCK ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE ★ Numlock = Numlock key unchanged Numlock = Numlock key toggled ★...
  • Page 35: Caps Lock State

    Caps Lock State CAPS LOCK STATE This option specifies the format in which the reader sends character data. This applies to keyboard wedge interfaces. This does not apply when an alternate key encoding key- board is selected. CAPS LOCK STATE ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE ★...
  • Page 36: Reading Parameters

    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 Gryphon™ I GBT/GM4200" on page 10 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.
  • Page 37 Reading Parameters GREEN SPOT DURATION (CONTINUED) Long (800 ms) ★ = default value QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE...
  • Page 38: Operating Modes

    Operating Modes OPERATING MODES Scan Mode The reader 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 following options: Trigger Single (Default) This mode is associated with the typical handheld reader operation.
  • Page 39 Operating Modes SCAN MODE ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE ★ Trigger Single Trigger Pulse Multiple Trigger Hold Multiple Flashing Always ON Stand Mode ★ = default value QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE...
  • Page 40: Technical Specifications

    -40 °C to + 70 °C (-40 ° F to +158 °F) ture Humidity 95% non condensing IEC 68-2-32 Tested Drop Resistance 1.8 m (6 ft) ESD Protection 16 KV Protection Class IP52 Cable Length Refer to www.datalogic.com GRYPHON™ I GBT/GM4200...
  • Page 41 ± 65° Field of View HORIZONTAL 36° +/- 1° minimum 15% (Datalogic Test Chart) a. Based on ISO 15423 specifications. READING CHARACTERISTICS Code 39 5mils: 50 to 370mm / 1.97 to 14.6 inch Code 39 7.5mils: 50 to 540mm / 1.97 to 21.3 inch Code 39 10mils: 50 to 735mm / 1.97 to 28.9inch...
  • Page 42 Code 128; Code 128 ISBT; Interleaved 2 of 5; Standard 2 of 5; Interleaved 2 of 5 CIP (HR); Industrial 2 of 5; Discrete 2 of 5; Datalogic 2 of 5 (China Post Code/Chinese 2 of 5); IATA 2of5 Air cargo code; Code 11; Codabar; Codabar (NW7); ABC Codabar;...
  • Page 43: Led And Beeper Indications

    LED and Beeper Indications LED AND BEEPER INDICATIONS The reader’s beeper sounds and its illumination flashes or changes color to indicate various functions or errors on the reader. A “Green Spot” also lights to indicate a good read. The tables below list these indications. Refer to the PRG for a more detailed list.
  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTION POSSIBLE CAUSE Check system power. No power to the Ensure power supply imager. Nothing happens is connected. when the scan button Interface or Ensure all cable is pulled. power cables are connections are loose. secure. Ensure reader is Reader not programmed to read...
  • Page 45: Warranty

    Datalogic, unless otherwise agreed in an applicable writing by Datalogic. Datalogic will not be liable under the warranty if the Product has been exposed or subjected to any: (1) maintenance, repair, installation, han- dling, packaging, transportation, storage, operation or use that is improper or otherwise not in compliance with Datalogic’s instruction;...
  • Page 46: Ergonomic Recommendations

    Hover over the Support & Service menu for access to Ser- vices and Technical Support. Reseller Technical Support An excellent source for technical assistance and informa- tion is an authorized Datalogic reseller. A reseller is acquainted with specific types of businesses, application GRYPHON™ I GBT/GM4200...
  • Page 47: Cleaning Procedure

    CAUTION: DO NOT use abrasive pads or cleaning agents. Common Cleaning Solutions The cleaners and disinfectants listed below are recom- mended for use on Datalogic Disinfectant-Ready Enclo- sures: PRODUCT CHEMICAL CONTENT Sani-Cloth® HB, Quaternary Ammonium Chloride Sani-Cloth®...
  • Page 48: Cleaning Enclosure And Window Surfaces

    Cleaning Procedure PRODUCT CHEMICAL CONTENT Clorox® Bleach; Sodium Hypochlorite; Clorox Healthcare Bleach Sodium Hydroxide Germicidal Cleaner Hydrogen Peroxide ProSpray™ Wipes 0.647% o-phenylphenol; (Disinfectant towelettes} 0.070% o-benzyl-p-chlorophenol 100% Gentle dish soap and water NOTE: Standard product enclosures are resistant to harsh chemical cleaning. CAUTION: DO NOT spray or pour cleaner directly onto the unit.
  • Page 49: Replacing The Battery Pack

    Replacing the Battery Pack REPLACING THE BATTERY PACK NOTE: Before proceeding, read "Battery Safety" on page 41. To ensure maximum performance, Data- logic recommends the replacement of the rechargeable battery pack if you note either of the following conditions: battery life drops below approximately 80% •...
  • Page 50 Replacing the Battery Pack 3. Insert the new battery in the same position. 4. Plug the battery cable into its connector. NOTE: When inserting the new battery into the handle, take care to position the battery and the connector as described above. 5.
  • Page 51: Battery Safety

    Battery Safety BATTERY SAFETY To install, charge and/or perform any other action on the battery, follow the instructions in this manual. WARNING: Do not discharge the battery using any device except for the scanner. When the battery is used in devices other than the designated product, it may damage the battery or reduce its life expectancy.
  • Page 52 Battery Safety CAUTION: Always charge the battery at 32° – 104°F (0° - 40°C) temperature range. Use only the authorized power supplies, battery pack, chargers, and docks supplied by your Data- logic reseller. The use of any other power supplies can damage the device and void your warranty.
  • Page 53 Battery Safety CAUTION: Storage of batteries for long time at fully charged status or at fully discharged status should be avoided. CAUTION: Only in case of long storage, to avoid deep discharge of the battery it is recommended to partially recharge the battery every three months to keep the charge status at a medium level.
  • Page 56 Datalogic S.p.A. and/or its affiliates • Datalogic and the Datalogic logo are registered trademarks of Datalogic S.p.A. in many coun- tries, including the U.S. and the E.U.

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