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Datalogic QuickScan QBT2400 Quick Reference Manual

General purpose handheld area imager bar code reader with bluetooth wireless technology
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  • Page 1 QuickScan™ QBT2400 General Purpose Handheld Area Imager Bar Code Reader with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Quick Reference Guide...
  • Page 2 Datalogic has taken reasonable measures to provide informa- tion in this manual that is complete and accurate, however, Datalogic reserves the right to change any specification at any time without prior notice. Datalogic and the Datalogic logo are registered trademarks of Datalogic S.p.A.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Replacing the Battery Pack ..........9 Using the Quickscan™ QBT2400 ..........10 Linking the Reader ..............11 Link Datalogic RF Devices to Base......11 Linking to a Bluetooth Adapter in Serial Port Profile Mode................11 Linking to a Bluetooth Adapter in HID mode..12 Variable PIN Code ............
  • Page 4 LED and Beeper Indications ............35 Error Codes ................. 37 Base Station Indications ............37 Datalogic ADC Limited Factory Warranty ....... 38 Warranty Coverage ..........38 Warranty Claims Process........38 Warranty Exclusions..........39 No Assignment ............39 Risk of Loss .............. 40 Ergonomic Recommendations ..........

  • Page 5: End User Software License Agreement (Eula)

    2. Scope Of License Granted. 2.1 Datalogic grants to End User a non-exclusive, non-transferable, perpetual license to use the Software, solely on the Datalogic Product in which it is embedded ("designated Datalogic Product"), in machine-readable form only, solely for End User's internal business purposes. This Agreement does not convey ownership of the Software to End User.
  • Page 6 Datalogic or Datalogic's third party licensors and that the Software is protected by intellectual property laws and treaties. The license set forth in this Agreement does not transfer to End User any ownership of Datalogic' s or its third party licen- sors' copyrights, patents, trademarks, service marks, trade secrets, or other intel- lectual property rights and End User shall have no right to commence any legal actions to obtain such rights.
  • Page 7 Datalogic ADC, Inc., Legal Department, 959 Terry Street, Eugene, OR 97402. 7.2 In the defense or settlement of any such claim, Datalogic may, at its option, 1) procure for End User the right to continue using the Datalogic Product, 2)

  • Page 8: Software Product Policy

    Notices to Datalogic shall be sent to the attention of Contract Administration, Datalogic ADC, Inc., 959 Terry Street, Eugene, OR 97402, or such other address as may be specified by Datalogic in writing.

  • Page 9: Description

    QuickScan™ QBT2400 Description With rich feature sets and extensive options, the QuickScan™ product series from Datalogic represents the premium level of data collection equipment for general purpose applications. The QuickScan QBT2400 readers have enhanced optics with improved motion tolerance allowing codes placed on fast...

  • Page 10: Setting Up The Reader

    Setting Up the Reader Setting Up the Reader Follow the steps below to connect and get your reader up, and communicating with its host. Configure the Base Station starting on this page. Charge the Batteries (see page 8). Link to the Base Station (see page 11). Select the Interface Type (see page 21).
  • Page 11 Setting Up the Reader Figure 1. Lock lever disengaged Engage the locking mechanism by pushing up the lever as far as it will go. Figure 2. Lever in locked position it is good practice to put the scanner in the locked condition at the end of the working shift, or when not in use for an extended period of time.

  • Page 12: Connecting The Base Station

    Connecting the Base Station Connecting the Base Station Figure 3 on page 5 shows how to connect the Base Station to a terminal, PC or other host device. Turn off the host before connection and consult the manual for that equipment (if necessary) before proceeding.
  • Page 13 Verify before connection that the reader’s cable type is compatible with your host equipment. The QuickScan QBT2400 reader can be set up to require a PIN code when connecting to the host. If you are adding new equipment to a system...

  • Page 14: System And Network Layout

    Connecting the Base Station nection where its female end mates with the male end of the cable from the keyboard and the remaining e.nd at the key- board port on the terminal/PC. Figure 4. Connecting to the Host or... or... or...

  • Page 15: Using The Bc2030™ Radio Base

    Connecting the Base Station Using the BC2030™ Radio Base Radio Base LEDs LEDs on the QuickScan Base provide information about the Base as well as battery charging status, as shown in Figure Figure 6. QuickScan Base LEDs RED LED / GREEN LED YELLOW LED Table 1.

  • Page 16: Charging The Batteries

    Table 1 on page 7) will indi- cate the status of the battery. Before using the Battery, read “Battery Safety” in the “Regulatory and Safety” insert. Datalogic recommends annual replacement of recharge- able battery packs to ensure maximum perfor- NOTE mance.

  • Page 17: Replacing The Battery Pack

    Connecting the Base Station Replacing the Battery Pack Before proceeding, read “Battery Safety” in the Regulatory and Safety insert. Datalogic recommends annual replacement of recharge- able battery packs to ensure maximum perfor- NOTE mance. Using a coin or screwdriver, unscrew the bottom of the battery pack until it is disengaged.

  • Page 18: Using The Quickscan™ Qbt2400

    LED indicator. Reference the QuickScan Q2400 Product Reference Guide (PRG) on the Datalogic website for more information about this feature and other programmable settings. QuickScan™ QBT2400...

  • Page 19: Linking The Reader

    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.

  • Page 20: Linking To A Bluetooth Adapter In Hid Mode

    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..

  • Page 21: Variable Pin Code

    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 QBT2400.

  • Page 22: Programming

    After scanning the interface bar code from the Interfaces section, select other options and customize your reader through use of the programming bar codes avail- able in the Product Reference Guide (PRG) or Datalogic Alad- din™ configuration software (both available on the Datalogic website).

  • Page 23: Hid Alt Mode

    Programming 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 handheld until the next trigger pull.

  • Page 24: Country Mode

    Country Mode Country Mode The following bar codes can be used either while in HID mode (when reader is connected using Bluetooth) or for configuring the base. NOTE HID configuration: Scan any one of the bar codes in the table the country for which your PC is localized.
  • Page 25 Country Mode COUNTRY MODE (continued) Country Mode = Croatia* Country Mode = Czech Republic* Country Mode = Denmark* Country Mode = France Country Mode = French Canadian* Country Mode = Germany *Supports only the interfaces listed in the Country Mode feature description (Base configuration only) Quick Reference Guide...
  • Page 26 Country Mode COUNTRY MODE (continued) Country Mode = Hungary* Country Mode = Italy Country Mode = Japanese 106-key* Country Mode = Lithuanian* Country Mode = Norway* Country Mode = Poland* *Supports only the interfaces listed in the Country Mode feature description (Base configuration only) QuickScan™...
  • Page 27 Country Mode COUNTRY MODE (continued) Country Mode = Portugal* Country Mode = Romania* Country Mode = Spain Country Mode = Sweden Country Mode = Slovakia* Country Mode = Switzerland* *Supports only the interfaces listed in the Country Mode feature description (Base configuration only) Quick Reference Guide...

  • Page 28: Caps Lock State

    Caps Lock State Caps Lock State The following bar codes can be used either while in HID mode (when reader is connected using Bluetooth) or for configuring the base. NOTE This option specifies the format in which the reader sends character data.

  • Page 29: Selecting The Base Interface Type

    Selecting the Base Interface Type Selecting the Base Interface Type Upon completing the physical connection between the base and its host, proceed directly to Interface Selection below for information and programming for the interface type the base is connected to (for example: RS-232, Keyboard Wedge, USB, etc.) and scan the appropriate bar code to select your sys- tem’s correct interface type.
  • Page 30 RS-232 Wincor-Nixdorf Select RS232-WN RS-232 for use with OPOS/UPOS/JavaPOS Select RS-232 OPOS USB COM to simulate RS-232 standard interface Select USB-COM-STD a. Download the correct USB COM driver from www.datalogic.com USB-OEM USB-OEM (can be used for OPOS/UPOS/JavaPOS) Select USB-OEM QuickScan™ QBT2400...

  • Page 31: Keyboard Interface

    Selecting the Base Interface Type Keyboard Interface Use the programming bar codes to select options for USB Keyboard and Wedge Interfaces. KEYBOARD AT, PS/2 25-286, 30-286, 50, 50Z, 60, 70, 80, 90 & 95 w/ Standard Key Encoding Select KBD-AT Keyboard Wedge for IBM AT PS2 with standard key encoding but without external keyboard Select KBD-AT-NK...
  • Page 32 Selecting the Base Interface Type KEYBOARD (continued) PC/XT w/Standard Key Encoding Select KBD-XT Keyboard Wedge for IBM Terminal 3153 Select KBD-IBM-3153 Keyboard Wedge for IBM Terminals 31xx, 32xx, 34xx, 37xx make only keyboard Select KBD-IBM-M Keyboard Wedge for IBM Terminals 31xx, 32xx, 34xx, 37xx make break keyboard Select KBD-IBM-MB USB Keyboard with alternate key encoding...

  • Page 33: Scancode Tables

    Selecting the Base Interface Type KEYBOARD (continued) USB Keyboard for Apple computers Select USB-KBD-APPLE Keyboard Wedge for DIGITAL Terminals VT2xx, VT3xx, VT4xx Select KBD-DIG-VT USB Keyboard with standard key encoding Select USB Keyboard Scancode Tables Reference the QuickScan™ PRG for information about control character emulation which applies to keyboard interfaces.

  • Page 34: Numlock

    Reading Parameters Numlock This option specifies the setting of the Numbers Lock (Num- lock) 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 Reading Parameters Point the reader at the target and pull the trigger to enable...

  • Page 35: Good Read Green Spot Duration

    Reading Parameters Good Read Green Spot Duration Successful reading can be signaled by a good read green spot. Use the bar codes below to specify the duration of the good read pointer beam after a good read. GOOD READ GREEN SPOT DURATION ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE Green Spot Duration = Disable (Green Spot is Off) ♦...

  • Page 36: Scan Modes

    Scan Modes Scan Modes The imager can operate in one of several scanning modes. Trigger Single — When the trigger is pulled, scanning is acti- vated until one of the following occurs: • a programmable duration has elapsed • a label has been read •...
  • Page 37 Scan Modes SCAN MODES ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE ♦ Scan Mode = Trigger Single Scan Mode = Trigger Hold Multiple Scan Mode = Trigger Pulse Multiple Scan Mode = Flashing Scan Mode = Always On Scan Mode = Stand Mode Quick Reference Guide...

  • Page 38: Pick Mode

    Scan Modes 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 acknowledged or trans- mitted to the host. It is active only while the scanner is in Trigger Single mode.

  • Page 39: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Technical Specifications The following table contains Physical and Performance Char- acteristics, User Environment and Regulatory information. Physical Characteristics Color White or Black Height 6.4”/163 mm Dimensions Length 3.6”/91 mm Width 1.6”/41 mm Approximately Weight (without 200 g (reader) cable) 230 g (base charger) Electrical Characteristics...
  • Page 40 Technical Specifications Performance Characteristics Light Source LEDs Roll (Tilt) Angle Up to ± 180° Pitch Angle ± 40° Skew (Yaw) Angle ± 40° Field of View 40° H x 26° V a. Charge Times are much lower when battery is within daily typical operat- ing condition.
  • Page 41 Code 128; Code 128 ISBT; Interleaved 2 of 5; Standard 2 of 5; Inter- leaved 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;...
  • Page 42 Technical Specifications User Environment Operating 32° to 122° F (0° to 50° C) Temperature Charging 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C) Temperature Storage -4° to 158° F (-20° to 70° C) Temperature Operating: 5% to 90% relative humidity, Humidity non-condensing Scanner withstands 18 drops from 1.5 m...

  • Page 43: Led And Beeper Indications

    LED and Beeper Indications LED and Beeper Indications The reader’s beeper sounds and its LED illuminates to indi- cate 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 functions are program- mable, and so may or may not be turned on.
  • Page 44 LED and Beeper Indications Indication Description Beeper Upon successful read of a label, the Green Spot software shall turn flashes the green spot on momentarily for the time speci- fied by the config- ured value. Except when in sleep mode or when a Good Read LED Duration other than 00 is selected Programming Mode - The following indications ONLY occur when...

  • Page 45: Error Codes

    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. The following table describes the LED flashes/beep codes associated with an error found.

  • Page 46: Datalogic Adc Limited Factory Warranty

    Datalogic ADC (“Datalogic”) hardware products are warranted against defects in material and workmanship under normal and proper use. The liability of Datalogic under this warranty is limited to furnishing the labor and parts necessary to rem- edy any defect covered by this warranty and restore the prod- uct to its normal operating condition.

  • Page 47: Warranty Exclusions

    Datalogic shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the shipment is to a loca- tion within the country in which the Datalogic service center is located. Customer shall be responsible for paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for products returned to any other locations.

  • Page 48: Risk Of Loss

    Base Station Indications DATALOGIC' S LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ORAL OR WRITTEN, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITA- TION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FIT- NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NONINFRINGEMENT.

  • Page 49: Ergonomic Recommendations

    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 adhering CAUTION to your company’s safety programs to prevent employee injury.

  • Page 50: Services And Support

    Cleaning Cleaning (continued) Services and Support Datalogic provides several services as well as technical sup- www.datalogic.com port through its website. Log on to click on the links indicated for further information. Products Search through the links to arrive at your product page where Manuals Software &...

  • Page 51: Hex-Numeric Keypad

    Hex-Numeric Keypad Hex-Numeric Keypad Use the bar codes that follow to enter numbers as you would select digits/characters from a keypad. Quick Reference Guide...
  • Page 52 Hex-Numeric Keypad Hex-Numeric Keypad (continued) QuickScan™ QBT2400...

  • Page 53: For Hid Variable Pin Code Only

    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.
  • Page 54 Hex-Numeric Keypad NOTES QuickScan™ QBT2400...
  • Page 56 ©2014-2015 Datalogic ADC, Inc. • All rights reserved. Datalogic and the Datalogic logo are registered trademarks of Datalogic S.p.A. in many countries, including the U.S.A. and the E.U. Datalogic ADC, Inc. 959 Terry Street Eugene |OR 97402 Telephone: (1) 541-683-5700...

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