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  • Page 1 Barcode Handy Terminal Barcode Handy Terminal BHT-1505B BHT-1505B BHT-1505BB BHT-1505BB Userʼs Manual Userʼs Manual...
  • Page 2 3) The modification of DENSO WAVE’s products by parties other than DENSO WAVE. • If it is judged by DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED that malfunction of the product is due to the product having been dropped or subjected to impact, repairs will be made at a reasonable charge even within the warranty...
  • Page 3 Barcode Handy Terminal Customer Registration and Inquiries Customer Registration To allow us to provide our customers with comprehensive service and support, we request that all customers complete a Member Registration Form. Registered members will be offered the following privileges. • The latest upgrade information •...
  • Page 4 • Every attempt has been made to ensure that the content of this manual is thorough and up to date, however, we kindly ask that any questionable content, mistakes, or omissions be reported to DENSO WAVE. • The copyright of this User’s Manual belongs to DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED.
  • Page 5 Barcode Handy Terminal Viewing this Manual  About the Bookmark The PDF Bookmark function can be used to jump to the Contents page. <Procedure> (1) Click the “Bookmark” tab. (2) Click “ ” to search for the desired item. (3) Click the item to be read. (1) Click the “Bookmark”...
  • Page 6 BHT-1500B Series  Searching by Word The PDF search function can be used to jump to the target page by entering words or characters related to the item being searched. (1) Click the Search icon. (Or select “Edit” – “Search”.) (2) Enter the word(s) or character(s) to be searched for.
  • Page 7 This is an instruction manual used to create handy terminal programs with BHT-BASIC. This manual can be found in the BHT-BASIC Compiler CD-ROM. This manual can also be downloaded from the DENSO WAVE member’s Web site (QBdirect). • BHT-BASIC 4.0 Transfer Utility User’s Guide This is an instruction manual for software relating to data transfer between the computer and BHT-1500 and comes bundled with the BHT-BASIC 4.0 Transfer Utility.
  • Page 8 BHT-1500B Series SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Be sure to observe all these safety precautions.  Please READ through this manual carefully. It will enable you to use the BHT and CU correctly.  Always keep this manual nearby for speedy reference. Strict observance of these warnings and cautions is a MUST for preventing accidents that could result in bodily injury and substantial property damage.
  • Page 9 Barcode Handy Terminal To system designers: When introducing BHTs in those systems that could affect human lives, develop applications carefully  through redundancy and safety design which avoids the feasibility of affecting human lives even if a data error occurs. Handling the BHT Wrong handling of the BHT may affect normal operation or result in vision disturbance.
  • Page 10 BHT-1500B Series Handling the batteries Wrong handling the batteries may result in electrical shock, overheating, smoke generation, combustion, or blowout. Please read the following items prior to use. Never disassemble or modify the battery.  Never connect the battery (+) and (-) terminals with a metal object such as a piece of wire. ...
  • Page 11 Barcode Handy Terminal Handling the BHT Wrong handling of the BHT may affect normal operation or result in vision disturbance. Be sure to observe the following.  When using the hand strap or neck strap, exercise due care to avoid getting them caught in other objects or entangled in rotating machinery.
  • Page 12 BHT-1500B Series...
  • Page 13 BHT-1500B Series Chapter 1 Outline This chapter describes the BHT system and provides an overall outline of the BHT. System Configuration ···································································· 2 1.1.1 Hardware Configuration ···································································· 2 1.1.2 Software Configuration ······································································ 4 Components and Functions ···························································· 6 1.2.1 BHT Front/Rear ··············································································· 6 1.2.2 Keypad ··························································································...
  • Page 14 BHT-1500B Series 1.1 System Configuration This section describes the hardware and software required for the code data collection system using the BHT. 1.1.1 Hardware Configuration In addition to the BHT, the following hardware and software are required for the code data collection system using the BHT.
  • Page 15 Barcode Handy Terminal  CU-Ax1-15 Series (Option) Used for communication between the BHT and the host computer. Communication with the host computer is performed with an RS-232C, Ethernet (100BASE-T) or USB interface. The following three types of CU are available depending on the interface used to communicate with the host computer.
  • Page 16 BHT-1500B Series 1.1.2 Software Configuration The BHT-1500 Series is composed of the following software products. • System programs: Provided with the BHT operating system optimized for the BHT-1500 Series. • Font files: Provided with a font file that displays the Japanese Kanji characters together with the traditional and simplified Chinese characters in the factory default settings.
  • Page 17 Barcode Handy Terminal Refer to Chapter 4.5.6 [2] “Setting the message versions, system status indication and screen display compatible mode” for how to set the screen display compatible mode and Chapter 4.5.6 [6] “Setting the key compatible mode” for how to set the key compatible mode. The BHT-BASIC4.0 converter can be downloaded from our QBdirect website (http://www.qbdirect.net/) for free of charge.
  • Page 18 BHT-1500B Series 1.2 Components and Functions 1.2.1 BHT Front/Rear ③ (11) (10) Name Function and Description LCD (Liquid crystal display) Displays the characters and graphic patterns. Indicator LED Indicates the code read status. Illuminates in blue when the BHT has successfully read a code. Press this when scanning a code.
  • Page 19 Barcode Handy Terminal 1.2.2 Keypad The BHT key functions can be set at user programs. The diagram below shows an example of settings for each key function. (1 ) (3 ) (5 ) (7 ) (9 ) (10 ) Name Function and Description Used to read a code.
  • Page 20 BHT-1500B Series Name Function and Description • Each of the M1 and M2 keys is assigned a trigger switch by default. • The SF, ENT, Backlight, MENU or C key functions can be assigned to these Magic key [M1] magic keys by making settings at the SYSTEM MENU. •...
  • Page 21 Barcode Handy Terminal 1.2.3 BHT Screen If the system display is set to ON at the system settings or in the user program, icons display at the bottom of the screen (default) indicating the key shift status, alphabet entry status, and status of the link with the CU-AL1-15. Micro-SD card status Connection status with the Bluetooth®...
  • Page 22 BHT-1500B Series...
  • Page 23 BHT-1500B Series Chapter 2 BHT Preparation This chapter presents information on how to load the battery, turn ON/OFF the BHT power, and on the use of the hand strap. “BHT Preparation” Procedure ·················· 12 Loading the Battery ······················ 13 Battery Power Level Indicator ··················· 16 2.2.1 Attaching the Hand Strap ····················...
  • Page 24 BHT-1500B Series 2.1 “BHT Preparation” Procedure Follow the steps below to prepare the BHT for use. 2.2 Loading the Battery First load the battery. (Page 13) 2.3 Attaching the Hand Strap Wear the hand strap at your wrist to prevent the BHT from being dropped.
  • Page 25 Make sure that the new batteries are in the correct orientation when inserting them. Insert the new batteries in the direction indicated by the arrow. − Point − Do not use batteries other than those specified by DENSO WAVE.
  • Page 26 BHT-1500B Series Insert the battery cover tab (1), and then close the battery cover (2). The battery cover is now locked in position(3).
  • Page 27 Barcode Handy Terminal Mishandling of the battery may result in electrical shock, overheating, smoke generation, combustion, or blowout. Please read the following items prior to use.  Never disassemble or modify the batteries. Never connect the battery (+) and (-) terminals with a metal object such as a piece of wire. ...
  • Page 28 BHT-1500B Series 2.2.1 Battery Power Level Indicator Confirming at the Power Level Icon The battery power level can be confirmed at the battery icon ( ) displayed in the bottom left of the LCD screen. The battery power is indicated in four levels. The battery power level indicator tells you when to charge the batteries.
  • Page 29 Barcode Handy Terminal 2.3 Attaching the Hand Strap Wear the hand strap to prevent the BHT from being accidentally dropped during use. 2.3.1 Attaching the Hand Strap Attach the hand strap to the BHT as shown below. 2.3.2 Holding the BHT Wear the hand strap to your wrist and hold the BHT as shown below.
  • Page 30 BHT-1500B Series 2.4 Initial Setup (Setting the date, time, and message language) Turn ON the power after inserting the batteries into the BHT. Note that the clock and message language are not set at the time of purchase. Therefore, it is necessary to make those settings when turning ON the power for the first time.
  • Page 31 Barcode Handy Terminal Press numeric key [1] or [2] and ENT key to select either of the following items. 1: Easy Pack Ad Activates the easy operation application software. For details, refer to the manual accompanying with the application. 2: Code scanning demo A scanning demo commences.
  • Page 32 BHT-1500B Series Press the SCAN key to activate the Easy Pack Ad for BHT-1500. The screen on the right appears. − Point − When the M1 key is pressed, the Easy Pack Ad for BHT-1500 is activated in the same manner as for the SCAN key.
  • Page 33 Barcode Handy Terminal 2.6.2 Turning the Power OFF after Data Back-up Hold down the Power key ( ) for at least 3 seconds. The message right displays and data back-up is commenced. The power turns OFF itself when the back-up is complete. −...
  • Page 34 BHT-1500B Series Then, “Testing” appears. The screen on the right appears. In some cases, it may take 20 to 30 seconds for the screen to appear. When complete, the system starts. Testing If Scandisk finds a broken file or files, the screen on the right appears. (If any broken files exist, the screen on the right appears each time the BHT starts.) (Refer to “About “$$BRKLST.SYS”...
  • Page 35 Barcode Handy Terminal About “$$BRKLST.SYS” If Scandisk finds an invalid file(s), it will automatically create the “$$BRKLST.SYS” file. To check the contents of the file, upload the file in System Mode to the host computer. (Refer to “Chapter 4 System Operation” – “4.5.4 Uploading Files (UPLOAD MENU).”) Contents of the “$$BRKLST.SYS”...
  • Page 36 BHT-1500B Series 2.7 Inserting and Removing the microSD Card How to insert the microSD card Insert the microSD (option) card in the following procedure. Remove the batteries. Slide the microSD card into the microSD card slot (1) in the direction shown by the arrow (2). microSD card Insert the card click into the place.
  • Page 37 Barcode Handy Terminal Install the batteries. How to remove the microSD card Remove the microSD (option) card in the following procedure. − Point − Make sure that the BHT is turned OFF before inserting the microSD card. Otherwise, the data saved in the card may be broken or lost. Remove the batteries.
  • Page 38 BHT-1500B Series − Point − Remove the microSD card directly from the slot along its lines. Do not pull the card too hard when removing the card. The microSD card or its card cover may be broken if excessive strength is applied. Install the batteries.
  • Page 39 BHT-1500B Series Chapter 3 Basic Operation This chapter describes basic operations such as barcode scanning, numerical data entry and item selection using the BHT, basic changes to settings, and BHT data transmission. Reading Barcodes ······································································· 28 Numeric Data Entry ····································································· 30 Task Selection ············································································...
  • Page 40 BHT-1500B Series 3.1 Reading Barcodes Follow the procedure below to scan barcodes. Turn the BHT power ON. Power key Press the Scan key. The BHT emits a guide marker (laser light) and the light for reading. Guide marker Hold the BHT close to the code to align the guide marker. When the BHT has read the code successfully, the indicator LED will illuminate in blue.
  • Page 41 Barcode Handy When unable to successfully read Barcodes… Cause Countermeasure Change the BHT reading angle and try again. When the light is focused on the printed surface of the code from Specular directly above, the BHT may not reflection read the code due to specular reflection.
  • Page 42 BHT-1500B Series 3.2 Numeric Data Entry Enter numeric data such as product volume with the numeric keys and Enter ( ) key. If numeric data is entered incorrectly, use the backspace / clear key ( ) to delete the data and then reenter with the numeric keys.
  • Page 43 Barcode Handy 3.4 Changing the Default Settings The volume, vibrator, LCD display brightness and power save settings can be changed at the MENU screen. Item Details Setting Used to set the volume of the speaker that notifies the user Mute → Lo → Mid → Hi when barcode scanning is complete.
  • Page 44 BHT-1500B Series Use the [▲] and [▼] cursor keys to select the item to be changed. VOLUME VIBRATOR BRIGHTNESS The selected item is highlighted. BRIGHTNESS(PS) POWER SAVE Use the [◄] and [►] cursor keys to select the setting. VOLUME VIBRATOR BRIGHTNESS BRIGHTNESS(PS) POWER SAVE...
  • Page 45 Barcode Handy 3.5 Transmitting Data Data collected by the BHT can be transmitted to the host computer by infrared communication, wireless communication and Bluetooth® wireless communication. The data transmission method and BHT setting method will differ depending on the system used. For more information on the operation, contact your system administrator.
  • Page 46 BHT-1500B Series 3.5.2 Communication with the Host Computer  Communication via communication unit (CU) Data is transmitted from the BHT to the host computer via the communication unit (CU-AR1-15, CU-AL1-15 or CU-AU1-15). Set the BHT in either of these CUs For the CU-AR1-15 or CU-AU1-15, the BHT-BASIC 4.0 Development Pack (Option) and BHT-BASIC 4.0 Transfer Utility (Option) are required for serial communication between the CU and the host computer.
  • Page 47 Barcode Handy ® 3.5.3 Bluetooth Communication ® This interface permits wireless communications with other Bluetooth devices. ® Bluetooth ® PC equipped Bluetooth ® Bluetooth ® Bluetooth device (ex. Printer) Requests • Point the antenna on top of the BHT toward the access point to improve communication performance.
  • Page 48 BHT-1500B Series...
  • Page 49 Chapter 4 System Operation BHT-1300Q series This chapter describes how to initialize and update the system, start up a user program, and operate System Mode. Initializing the BHT System ···························································· 38 4.1.1 Selecting the Memory Area to be Initialized ········································· 39 4.1.2 Selecting the Message Version (English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditonal Chinese or Thai) ······························································...
  • Page 50 BHT-1500B series 4.1 Initializing the BHT System By initializing the system, program files and data files downloaded to the BHT user area are deleted, and system settings are returned to the default status when shipped from the factory. The system must be initialized when: •...
  • Page 51 BARCODE Handy Terminal 4.1.1 Selecting the Memory Area to be Initialized Press the Power key ( ) while holding down the SF, M1 and 0 keys together. The screen on the right is displayed. Select the memory area to be initialized. (1) To exempt font files from deletion: Ensure that “1:USER AREA EXCEPT FONTS”...
  • Page 52 BHT-1500B series 4.1.2 Selecting the Message Version (English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditonal Chinese or Thai) When the screen on the right is displayed, select the message display language with the numerical keys. 1 : E n g l i s h “1: English”...
  • Page 53 BARCODE Handy Terminal 4.1.4 Performing System Initialization The screen on the right is displayed during system initialization. Upon completion of system initialization, the screen on the right is displayed for a second and then turns OFF automatically. • Never turn OFF the BHT power during system initialization. Turning the power OFF too early - Point - will interrupt the process, requiring initialization to be performed again.
  • Page 54 BHT-1500B series 4.2 Updating the System 4.2.1 Updating the BHT System The BHT system update procedure is as follows. BHT System Update File Download (in the microSD card or flash ROM *) ↓ BHT System Update * If the BHT system update files are present in both the microSD card and the flas ROM, higher priority is given to the microSD card.
  • Page 55 BARCODE Handy Terminal 4.3 Executing User Programs User programs (application programs) can be executed using the following methods. Select the most appropriate method to meet the objective. 4.3.1 Executing from the SYSTEM MENU “EXECUTE PROGRAM” Select the program to be executed at the SYSTEM MENU “EXECUTE PROGRAM” menu. In such a case, the selected program will always be executed from the start.
  • Page 56 BHT-1500B series Several directory management program examples are given below. The names of the files used in these examples are as follows. MAIN.PD4: Program to be executed by pressing the Power key ( ) only SUBMAIN.PD4: Program chained from MAIN.PD4 using the BHT-BASIC CHAIN statement USER.PD4: New program...
  • Page 57 BARCODE Handy Terminal  (Example 3) Recommended download method After system initialization, first download the program to be executed simply by pressing the Power key ( ). In this case, this program is always registered at the beginning of the system directory management unless the program has been deleted and another file downloaded.
  • Page 58 BHT-1500B series 4.4 System Mode By starting up the BHT in System Mode and selecting each menu, the following operations can be performed individually. • Setup initialization • Executing user programs • File download/upload • System environment setting • BHT operation test •...
  • Page 59 BARCODE Handy Terminal 4.4.2 System Mode Basic Operation Menu Selection and Display Use the following procedure to select and display each menu.  Operation example Press the numerical key corresponding to the menu to be selected. Alternatively, press the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) to select the menu. The selected menu item will be highlighted.
  • Page 60 BHT-1500B series Setting Value Selection  Operation example Use the following procedure to select setting values. 1 : M E S S A G E E n g l i s h J a p a n e s e Press the numerical key corresponding to the item to be selected.
  • Page 61 BARCODE Handy Terminal 4.4.3 SYSTEM MENU Configuration Menu Configuration for Items Displayed at the SYSTEM MENU Screen Select the item with the numerical keys or cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) and press the ENT key. SYSTEM MENU Setup Menu Refer to Chapter “4.5.1 Excuting Setup”. 0 and ENT keys Executing Programs Refer to Chapter “4.5.2 Executing User Programs”.
  • Page 62 BHT-1500B series Uploading Refer to Chapter “4.5.4 Uploading Files”. 3 and ENT keys System Environment Setting Refer to Chapter “4.5.6 System Environment Setting”. 1 : E X E C U T E P R O G R A M 2 : D I S P L A Y 3 : D A T E / T I M E 4 : B A R C O D E 5 : C O M M U N I C A T I O N...
  • Page 63 BARCODE Handy Terminal BHT-1500B DEVICE MENU DEVICE MENU Refer to Chapter “4.5.11 USB Communication Settings(DEVICE MENU)”. BS/C 1：USB 8 and ENT keys DEVICE MENU BHT-1500BB DEVICE MENU 1：BLUETOOTH Refer to Chapter “4.5.10 Bluetooth Communication Settings(DEVICE MENU)”. 2：USB Refer to Chapter “4.5.11 USB Communication Settings(DEVICE MENU)”.
  • Page 64 BHT-1500B series Menu Configuration for Items Not Displayed at the SYSTEM MENU Screen Press the corresponding numerical key while holding down the SF key. SYSTEM MENU Deleting Program/Data Files Refer to Chapter “4.5.11 Deleting Program/Data Files”. 0 with SF held down BS/C Deleting Font Files Refer to Chapter “4.5.12 Deleting Font Files”.
  • Page 65 BARCODE Handy Terminal Setting Remote Wake-up Refer to Chapter “4.5.14 Setting the Remote Wake-up”. 4 with SF held down BS/C 5 with SF File Copy menu held down Refer to Chapter “4.5.15 Copying the File”. Downloading/Uploading the System Message File Refer to Chapter “4.5.16 Downloading/Uploading the System Message File”.
  • Page 66 BHT-1500B series 4.5 SYSTEM MENU 4.5.1 Executing Setup (SETUP Menu) The BHT setup can be effectively executed using the BHT Setting and clone functions. The following explains setup using two BHTs with the clone function. Use the procedure below for BHT setup.
  • Page 67 BARCODE Handy Terminal [1] CLONE A cloning feature that is similar to the conventional HT-HT copying but is different as follows is available. Function Clone HT-HT Copy OS Copy Available Not Available Overwrite copy Available Available (The file in the receiving device is overwritten by the file from the transmitting device.) File Copy Clone...
  • Page 68 BHT-1500B series Perform the settings for the master-side clone using “2: CLONE” and “3:OPTION” from the SETUP menu. Use the “OPTION” menu to perform settings such as the clone number, and authentication key. “OPTION” menu content is as per the table below. Item Setting Content Default...
  • Page 69 BARCODE Handy Terminal Align the BHTs as shown below, and then press ENT on the transmitting device. Data 15 cm or less Master Side Slave Side (Test Use) The data transmission progress status is shown as per the screens below. •...
  • Page 70 BHT-1500B series When communication is complete, the screen will return to the CLONE MENU (the previous screen.) In the event of a communication error, “Screen 2” below will appear. Screen 1: Error occurrence Screen 2: Error/correctly completed List of possible errors when cloning Processing Outline Displayed Message...
  • Page 71 BARCODE Handy Terminal [2] BHT Setting For details, refer to the BHT Setting User’s Manual. [3] BACKUP Select “3: BACKUP” at the SETUP menu and press the ENT key. BACKUP MENU The following BACKUP menu is displayed. (SD Memory) “1: BACKUP”: 1：BACKUP Backs up the BHT information to the microSD card.
  • Page 72 BHT-1500B series  1: BACKUP: Backing up the data BACKUP Select “1: BACKUP” at the BACKUP menu and press the ENT key. The screen on the right is displayed and backup of the BHT information to the ** Working ** microSD card is started.
  • Page 73 BARCODE Handy Terminal  2: RESTORE: Restoring the data RESTORE Select “2: RESTORE” at the BACKUP menu and press the ENT key. 1：EXECUTE The following RESTORE menu is displayed. 2：BACKUP FOLDER “1: EXECUTE”: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Restores the information specified by “2: BACKUP FOLDER” “2: BACKUP FOLDER”: Selects the information to be restored.
  • Page 74 BHT-1500B series  3: CLONE: Cloning the backed up data CLONE Select “3: CLONE” at the BACKUP menu and press the ENT key. 1：EXECUTE The following CLONE menu is displayed. 2：BACKUP FOLDER “1: EXECUTE”: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Clones the information specified by “2: BACKUP FOLDER”. 3：SW TO RESTORE “2: BACKUP FOLDER”: Selects the backed up information to be cloned.
  • Page 75 BARCODE Handy Terminal  4: DELETE BACKUP: Deleting the backed up data DELETE BACKUP Select “4: DELETE BACKUP” at the BACKUP menu and press the 1：EXECUTE ENT key. 2：BACKUP FOLDER The following DELETE BACKUP menu is displayed. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX “1: EXECUTE”: Deletes the information specified by “2: BACKUP FOLDER”.
  • Page 76 BHT-1500B series List of errors that may occur in the backup/restore operations Message displayed Meaning Out of memory Available memory in the BHT or microSD card is insufficient. Too many files. The number of files in the BHT exceeded the limit and operation becomes impossible. File error Some files are broken and cannot be backed up or restored.
  • Page 77 BARCODE Handy Terminal 4.5.2 Executing User Programs (EXECUTE PROGRAM Menu) Individually select and execute user programs downloaded to the BHT. Use the following procedure to execute user programs. Select “1: EXECUTE PROGRAM” at the SYSTEM menu and then press the ENT key. The screen on the right is displayed.
  • Page 78 BHT-1500B series 4.5.3 Downloading Files (DOWNLOAD Menu) Download files to the BHT user area from other devices such as the host computer. • If a file with the same name as one already used in the user area of the target memory in - Point - the BHT is downloaded, the newly downloaded file replaces the old one.
  • Page 79 BARCODE Handy Terminal Select either “1: FILE” or “2: HT<-->HT COPY” and press the ENT key. The screen on the right is displayed indicating that the BHT is waiting for the file to be downloaded. The screen on the right is displayed only when “1: FILE” is selected. If “2: HT<-->HT COPY”...
  • Page 80 BHT-1500B series When downloading is complete, the Buzzer sounds once and the screen on the right is displayed. When the number of received records equals the total number of records, downloading is complete. (When using the Ymodem protocol, the received file size equals the total file size.) Press the BS/C key to return to the DOWNLOAD menu.
  • Page 81 BARCODE Handy Terminal 4.5.4 Uploading Files (UPLOAD Menu) Upload files stored in the BHT user area to another device. Use the following procedure to upload files. A file can also be uploaded via the USB communication  - MTP - - Note - port with the MTP.
  • Page 82 BHT-1500B series more) The interface to be used is automatically determined. Select “1: FILE”, “2: ALL FILES” or “3: HT<-->HT COPY” and press the ENT key. When “1: FILE” is selected: The screen on the right is displayed. Select the file to be uploaded and press the ENT key.
  • Page 83 BARCODE Handy Terminal By executing the BHT-BASIC 4.0 Transfer Utility or similar program, the screen on the right is displayed and file uploading is commenced. (Refer to the “BHT-BASIC4.0 Transfer Utility User’s Guide.”) The screen on the right is displayed during uploading. The screen on the right indicating the file name and the number of sent records/the total number of records is displayed.
  • Page 84 BHT-1500B series 4.5.5 Copying Files between 2 BHT Units Copy “all files (excluding font files)”, “setting data”, and the “date and time” stored in the BHT user area to another BHT. Use the following procedure to copy files between 2 BHT units. Set “COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL OPTION”...
  • Page 85 BARCODE Handy Terminal The following setting data can be copied between the BHT units. - Note - LCD contrast level Volume Switching between Buzzer and vibrator Program to be executed automatically when the BHT is turned ON Message version (English or Japanese) Backlight brightness of the LCD display Backlight brightness of the LCD display during power save mode Display font size...
  • Page 86 BHT-1500B series IP address of host computer for ping-test Data size of echo request Echo request intervals Timeout period for echo request No. of echo requests to be sent Echo request send timing TCP/IP operation device TCP/IP link layer No. of retries for link establishment command to be sent Link establishment command intervals HID Keyboard type* HID MAKE/BREAK interval*...
  • Page 87 BARCODE Handy Terminal 4.5.6 System Environment Settings (SET SYSTEM Menu) Use the following procedure to set the system environment. Select “4: SET SYSTEM” at the SYSTEM MENU and then press the ENT key. 1 : E X E C U T E P R O G R A M 2 : D I S P L A Y The SET SYSTEM menu screen on the right is displayed.
  • Page 88 BHT-1500B series [1] Setting the auto-start execution program Use the following procedure to set the auto-start execution program. Select “1: EXECUTE PROGRAM” at the SET SYSTEM menu and then press the ENT key. The SET EXECUTE PROGRAM menu screen on the right is displayed. The highlighted program will be the program currently set as the auto-start execution program.
  • Page 89 BARCODE Handy Terminal Sets whether messages displayed at the screen are displayed in English or Japanese. The default is the message version selected at the system initializing process. The English and Japanese display changes at the following messages. • System error messages •...
  • Page 90 BHT-1500B series Simultaneously press the SF key and “1: MESSAGE” at the SET SET DISPLAY DISPLAY menu. 1：MENU The SET DISPLAY menu on the right is displayed. 2：COMPATIBLE MODE The highlighted settings will be the current settings. None BHT-300 Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2]) to highlight BHT-7500 BHT-100 BHT-8000...
  • Page 91 BARCODE Handy Terminal BHT-1500B series BHT-100 BHT-300 BHT-7500 BHT-8000 BHT-900 Normal Mode Mode Mode Mode Mode Mode Standard 20 x 20 font 16 x 25 22 x 9 26 x 20 21 x 8 20 x 12 char. char. char. char.
  • Page 92 BHT-1500B series  System Status Indication Turning ON the system status indication displays the following icons at the bottom of the screen. Indication Icon Description Key Shift status Displays when the keys on the keypad are in Shift mode. Alphabet Displays when the BHT is set to alphabet entry mode.
  • Page 93 BARCODE Handy Terminal [3] Setting the calendar clock When resetting the date and time, refer to “Chapter 2. BHT Preparation” - “2.4 Initial Setup.” Select “3: DATE/TIME” at the SET SYSTEM menu and press the ENT key to display the SET DATE/TIME menu screen on the right.
  • Page 94 BHT-1500B series [4] Setting the code scanning parameters Use the following procedure to set the code scanning conditions. Select “4: BARCODE” at the SET SYSTEM menu and then press the ENT key. The SET BARCODE screen on the right is displayed. The highlighted display and displayed values will be the current settings.
  • Page 95  “6: CODEMARK”: Setting the types of Code mark Set the types of Code mark. “ORIGINAL”: CODE MARK Type1 CODE MARK system is defined by DENSO Corporation. “AIM”: CODE MARK Type2 CODE MARK system is compliant with “Guidelines on Symbology Identifiers” by AIM USA.
  • Page 96 BHT-1500B series  “2: OPEN BAR SEETTINGS”: Setting “The FUNCTION TO ASSIGN SCAN SETTINGS WITH THE SYSTEM SETTINGS” Select “3: OPEN BAR SEETTINGS” at SET BARCODE and then press the ENT key. The OPEN BAR SETTING screen is displayed. 1: READ MODE: Read mode The READ MODE screen is displayed 2: BUZZER/LED: Buzzer/LED control The BUZZER/LED screen is displayed...
  • Page 97 BARCODE Handy Terminal Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2] [3] [4]) to select the item to be set and press the ENT key. Press the ENT key or BS/C key to make the settings value valid and then return to the OPEN BAR SETTING screen.
  • Page 98 BHT-1500B series [3] Read code Select “3: READ CODE” at OPEN BAR SETTING and then press the ENT key. The SET BARCODE screen is displayed. the SET BARCODE screen, allowing code reading to be set to enable (ON) or disable (OFF). The highlighted settings are the current settings.
  • Page 99 BARCODE Handy Terminal “1: EAN/UPC”: Detailed settings for EAN/UPC Select “1: EAN/UPC” at the SET BARCODE menu and then press the ENT key. The SET EAN/UPC screen is displayed. EAN/UPC 1/3 (EAN-13/UPC-A set) “1: READING”: Enable/Disable EAN-13/UPC-A “2: 1ST CHARACTER”: “3: 2ND CHARACTER”: Allocate “?, 0–9”...
  • Page 100 BHT-1500B series EAN/UPC 3/3 (UPC-E set) “1: READING”: Enable/Disable UPC-E. “2: 1ST CHARACTER”: “3: 2ND CHARACTER”: Allocate “?, 0–9” to the first and second characters of UPC-E (country flags). If “0–9” is allocated at the menu, limitation is set for the BHT to read only when the allocated numeric characters match the first and second numeric characters of UPC-E.
  • Page 101 BARCODE Handy Terminal “2: ITF”: Detailed settings for Interleaved 2 of 5 (ITF) Select “2: ITF” at the SET BARCODE menu and then press the ENT key. The SET ITF screen is displayed. “1: MIN”: Set minimum number of digits of ITF Setting range: 2–99 “2: MAX”:...
  • Page 102 BHT-1500B series “3: CODABAR”: Detailed settings for Codabar (NW-7) Select “3: CODABAR” at the SET BARCODE menu and then press the ENT key. The SET CODABAR screen is displayed. “1: MIN”: Set minimum number of digits of Codabar Setting range: 3–99 “2: MAX”: Set maximum number of digits of Codabar...
  • Page 103 BARCODE Handy Terminal “4: CODE39”: Detailed settings for Code 39 Select “4: CODE39” at the SET BARCODE menu and then press the ENT key. The SET CODE39 screen is displayed. “1: MIN”: Set minimum number of digits of Code 39 Setting range: 1–99 “2: MAX”:...
  • Page 104 BHT-1500B series Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2]) to select the item to be set. Use the cursor keys ([◄] [►]) to select settings value. Press the ENT key or BS/C key for the settings value to be valid and then return to the SET BARCODE screen.
  • Page 105 BARCODE Handy Terminal “7: RSS”: Detailed settings for RSS (GS1 Databar) Select “7: RSS” at the SET BARCODE menu and then press the ENT key. The SET RSS screen is displayed. (RSS-14, RSS-14 Truncated set) “1: READING”: Enable/Disable RSS-14 (GS1 Databar Omnidirectional), RSS-14 Truncated (GS1 Databar Truncated) “2: Stacked”: Enable/disable RSS-14 Stacked (GS1 Databar Stacked), RSS-14...
  • Page 106 BHT-1500B series “8: STF”: Detailed settings for Standard 2 of 5 (STF) Select “8: STF” at the SET BARCODE menu and then press the ENT key. The SET STF screen is displayed. “1: MIN”: Set minimum number of digits of STF. Setting range: 1–99 “2: MAX”:...
  • Page 107 BARCODE Handy Terminal [5] Setting the communication environment The communication environment settings following system initialization are follows. Do not change these settings unless necessary. Item Default Interface to be used COM1 TRANSMIT SPEED Baud rate 115200 bps(only with the RS-232C and IrDA Interface) Communication protocol Ymodem protocol PROTOCOL...
  • Page 108 BHT-1500B series  “1: COM1”: Setting communication parameters SET SERIAL PORT < COM1 > Select “1: COM1” at the SET COMMUNICATION menu and then press 1：PARAMETER the ENT key. 2：PROTOCOL The SET SERIAL PORT <COM1> menu screen on the right is displayed. Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2] [3]) to highlight “1: PARAMETER”, “2: PROTOCOL”...
  • Page 109 BARCODE Handy Terminal  “2: PROTOCOL TYPE”: Setting the communication protocol type Select “2: PROTOCOL TYPE” at the SET COMMUNICATION menu and then press the ENT key. The PROTOCOL TYPE menu screen on the right is displayed. The highlighted setting is the current setting. “1: Ymodem”: Selects Ymodem when uploading/downloading in System Mode or for the execution of the XFILE statement in BHT-BASIC.
  • Page 110 BHT-1500B series “5: COMPRESS UPLOAD”: Specifies whether or not to compress files when uploading . “None” should normally be selected. To compress files when uploading, select “ZIP”. (Thie setting is available only when using the BHT-BASIC4.0 Transfer Utility .) To make changes, use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2] [3] [4]) to highlight the item to be set, highlight the setting value using the cursor keys ([◄] [►]), and then press the ENT key.
  • Page 111 BARCODE Handy Terminal  “3: OPEN “COM:” DETAIL”: Setting the OPEN “COM:” communication conditions The system mode settings can be used for the communication conditions of the user program (OPEN “COM:”) developed with BHT-BASIC. This eliminates the need to change the user program and thus to rewrite the communication conditions in changing the communication speed.
  • Page 112 BHT-1500B series [6] Defining the functions of the Shift key and Magic keys Use the following procedure to change the key settings. SET KEY Select “6: KEY” at the SET SYSTEM menu and then press the ENT key. 1：SHIFT KEY 2：M1 KEY The SET KEY menu screen on the right is displayed.
  • Page 113 BARCODE Handy Terminal  “2: M1 KEY” to “6: M5 KEY”: Defining the Mx key functions SET M1 KEY Select “2: M1 KEY” to “6: M5 KEY” at the SET KEY menu and then 1：None press the ENT key. 2：Trigger Switch 3：Shift Key The SET M1 KEY menu screen on the right is displayed.
  • Page 114 BHT-1500B series  Defining the backspace/clear key (BS/C key) function The BS/C key deletes the last entered character (backspace), and when pressed and held, cancels entry and returns the LCD display to the previous screen (clear). This menu sets the key hold time for “clear”.
  • Page 115 BARCODE Handy Terminal [7] Setting the TCP/IP, FTP, DHCP and DNS Use the following procedure to change the TCP/IP, FTP, DHCP and DNS settings. SET TCP/IP Select “7: TCP/IP” at the SET SYSTEM menu and then press the ENT key. 1：SET TCP/IP The SET TCP/IP menu screen on the right is displayed.
  • Page 116 BHT-1500B series “2: IP ADDRESS”: Setting the IP address Select “2: IP ADDRESS” at the SET TCP/IP menu to display the screen on the right where the current settings are displayed. To change the setting: (1) Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2] [3]) to highlight the item to be set and press the ENT key.
  • Page 117 BARCODE Handy Terminal  Setting the FTP Select “2: SET FTP” at the SET FTP menu and then press the ENT key. The SET FTP menu screen on the right is displayed. Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical keys ([1] [2]) to highlight the item to be set, and then press the ENT key.
  • Page 118 BHT-1500B series “2: OPTION”: Setting the FTP options Select “2: OPTION” at the SET TCP/IP menu to display the screen on the right where the current settings are displayed. “1: CR/LF”: Specifies line delimiters that should match ones used in the server OS. “2: CR/LF CODE”: Specifies the treatment of line delimiters in records when data files are downloaded.
  • Page 119 BARCODE Handy Terminal  Setting the DHCP Select “3: SET DHCP” at the SET TCP/IP menu and then press the SET DHCP ENT key. 1：TIMEOUT The SET DHCP screen on the right is displayed. 2：LEASED IP The highlighted setting is the current setting. Release Reuse Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SET TCP/IP, FTP, DHCP or...
  • Page 120 BHT-1500B series  Setting the DNS Select “4: SET DNS” at the SET TCP/IP menu and then press the SET DNS ENT key. 1：PRIMARY The SET DNS screen on the right is displayed. 2：SECONDARY The highlighted setting is the current setting. Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SET TCP/IP, FTP, DHCP or 3：DEF DOMAIN NAME ⎾...
  • Page 121 BARCODE Handy Terminal [8] Setting the user program execution option SET SYSTEM Use the following procedure to set the user program execution option. 1：EXEC PROG OPT 2：DRIVE TOOL Select “1: EXEC PROG OPTION” at the SET SYSTEM 2/2 menu 3：IME and then press the ENT key.
  • Page 122 BHT-1500B series [9] Drive related operation Use the following procedure to perform drive related operations. [Defragging the drive] Select “2: DRIVE TOOL” from the SET SYSTEM Menu 2/2 and then press the ENT key to display the screen on the right. Select “1: DEFRAG”...
  • Page 123 BARCODE Handy Terminal SET SYSTEM [10] HID Setting Menu 1：EXEC PROG OPT Only for BHT-1500BB 2：DRIVE TOOL Use the following procedure to change the HID parameters. 3：IME 4：HID Select “4:HID” at the SET SYSTEM 2/2 menu and then press the ENT key.
  • Page 124 BHT-1500B series  Setting the Keyboard HID KEYBOARD ◀▶ 1：KEYBOARD TYPE Use the following procedure to change the Keyboard setting. SYSTEM MESSAGE Select “1:KEYBOARD” at the HID menu and then press the ENT key. The HID KEYBOARD menu screen on the right is displayed. Use the cursor keys ( [◀][▶] ) to select the item to be set, and then press the ENT key.
  • Page 125 BARCODE Handy Terminal  Setting the Transmit speed HID SPEED 1：SPEED HIGH Use the following procedure to change the Transmit speed setting. Select “2:TRANSMIT SPEED” at the HID menu and then press the ENT key. The HID SPEED menu screen on the right is displayed. Use the cursor keys ( [◀][▶] ) to hilight the item to be set, and then press the ENT key.
  • Page 126 BHT-1500B series  Setting the Transmit mode HID MODE 1：NUMERIC KEY Use the following procedure to change the Transmit mode setting. KEYPAD INBOARD 2:CAPS MODE Select “3:TRANSMIT MODE” at the HID menu and then press the AUTO MANUAL ENT key. The HID MODE menu screen on the right is displayed.
  • Page 127 BARCODE Handy Terminal 4.5.7 BHT Operation Test (TEST Menu) Use the following procedure to perform a BHT operation test. Select “5: TEST” at the SYSTEM MENU and then press the ENT key. The TEST menu screen on the right is displayed. “1: BARCODE”: Selects the code scanning test.
  • Page 128 BHT-1500B series [1] Code scanning test Use the following procedure to perform a barcode scanning test. Select “1: BARCODE” at the TEST menu and then press the ENT key. The screen on the right is displayed. Scan a barcode with the BHT Upon completion of barcode, the speaker beeps once, and the indicator LED turns blue.
  • Page 129 BARCODE Handy Terminal Code Type and Corresponding Characters Didplayed on the Screen Displayed characters Code type Code mark Code mark Type1 Type2 EAN-13 Without add-on With 2 digits add-on With 5 digits add -on UPC-A Without add-on With 2 digits add-on2 With 5 digits add -on EAN-13 (JAN-13) COMPOSITE Without add-on...
  • Page 130 BHT-1500B series *1: The codes with more than 4 digits are read for ITF. *2: CODE MARK Type 2 is the Code Mark system that is compliant with “Guidelines on Symbology Identifiers” by AIM USA . Suffix “m” differs from the data format of bar code system, as shown in the table below.
  • Page 131 BARCODE Handy Terminal  Setting the Code Scanning Test Options When performing the code scanning test, press the F1 key to display the screen on the right, allowing code scanning test options to be set. The highlighted setting will be the current settting. To make changes, use the cursor keys ([◄] [►]) to highlight the setting values.
  • Page 132 BHT-1500B series [2] Memory test Use the following procedure to perform a memory test. Select “2: MEMORY” at the TEST menu and then press the ENT key. The screen on the right is displayed, and the BHT reads and writes data to and from all areas of the RAM and performs an address check.
  • Page 133 BARCODE Handy Terminal [3] Scale test Use the following procedure to perform a scale test. Select “3: BEEPER” at the TEST menu and then press the ENT key. The screen on the right is displayed, and the beeper sounds at the two octaves listed below.
  • Page 134 BHT-1500B series [5] LCD and indicator LED tests Use the following procedure to perform an LCD and indicator LED test. Select “5: LCD” at the TEST menu and then press the ENT key. The TEST BEEPER screen on the right is displayed. The indicator LED is OFF at this time.
  • Page 135 BARCODE Handy Terminal Press the ENT key. The entire screen turns a lighter shade of gray. Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the previous screen. Press and hold the BS/C key, or press the SF key and BS/C key simultaneously to return to the TEST menu.
  • Page 136 BHT-1500B series Press the ENT key. The entire screen turns red, and at the same time, the indicator LED turns red. Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the previous screen. Press and hold the BS/C key, or press the SF key and BS/C key simultaneously to return to the TEST menu.
  • Page 137 BARCODE Handy Terminal Press the ENT key. A 1-dot thick frame is displayed around the screen. Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the previous screen. Press and hold the BS/C key, or press the SF key and BS/C key simultaneously to return to the TEST menu.
  • Page 138 BHT-1500B series [6] File test The file test allows detailed information on program files, data files and image files(*.JPG) to be checked. In addition, pressing the M1 key sorts the files. Select “6: FILE” at the TEST menu and then press the ENT key. The right screen is displayed.
  • Page 139 BARCODE Handy Terminal ◆ Media files (*.JPG) Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) to select a *.JPG file, and then press the ENT key. The screen on the right will appear, displaying the file size, creation date, and a preview image. Press the F1 key to display the image in full screen.
  • Page 140 BHT-1500B series ◆ Font files (*.FN3/FN4) Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) to select a *.FNT file, and then press the ENT key. Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the previous screen. ◆ BASIC User Program (*.PD3/PD4) Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) to select a *.PD3/PD4 file, and then press the ENT key.
  • Page 141 BARCODE Handy Terminal ◆ Other files (*.DAT, *.TXT, etc.) Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) to select a file, and then press the ENT key. If field information is available, press the F1 key to display the next screen. To return to the previous screen, press the F1 key again, or press the BS/C key.
  • Page 142 BHT-1500B series [7] Communication test Use the following procedure to perform a communication test. TEST COMMUNICATION Select “7: COMMUNICATION” at the TEST menu and then press the ENT key. 1：COM1 The TEST COMMUNICATION screen shown on the right is displayed. “1: COM1”: Performs an infrared communication test.
  • Page 143 BARCODE Handy Terminal At the slave BHT to be tested, select “1: SLAVE”, and at the master BHT, select “2: MASTER”. Then press the ENT key. The screen on the right is displayed during the test, and an infrared communication test is performed. If an error occurs, the tested slave BHT buzzer beeps three times and displays the screen on the right.
  • Page 144 BHT-1500B series  Cradle (CU) Connection Test Connect the CU-AU1-15 to the host computer and set the BHT on the CU-AU1-15. TEST COMMUNICATION Select “1: COM1” at the TEST menu and press the ENT key. < C r a d l e > Then, Select “2: Cradle”...
  • Page 145 BARCODE Handy Terminal [8] Key-entry, buzzer and vibrator test Use the following procedure to perform a key entry, buzzer and vibrator test. & V I B R A T I O N S C A N Select “8: KEY & VIBRATION” at the TEST menu and then press the E N T ENT key.
  • Page 146 BHT-1500B series [9] PING test Use the following procedure to perform a PING test. Select “9: PING” at the TEST menu and then press the ENT key. The TEST PING screen on the right is displayed. “1: RUN PING”: Runs the PING test. “2: SET PING”: Displays the PING parameter setting screen.
  • Page 147 BARCODE Handy Terminal Upon completion of the PING test, the screen on the right is displayed. The PING result may include the following: Displays the number of echo replies. [XXXXX]: Echo reply time in milliseconds Displays the number of errors found during the PING test. TIMEOUT: Displays the number of timeouts (for echo replies) that took place during the PING test.
  • Page 148 BHT-1500B series  “2: SET PING” (PING Options Setting Screen) Select “2: SET PING” at the TEST PING menu and then press the ENT key. The current settings are displayed. [1: DESTINATION IP]: Specifies the IP address of the host computer to be pinged. [2:DATA SIZE]: Specifies the data size of the echo request.
  • Page 149 BARCODE Handy Terminal PING Echo Request Transmission Timing (SEND TYPE) Two types of echo request send timings are available: TYPE 1 and TYPE 2. ν TYPE1 After sending an echo request, PING waits for the period specified at INTERVAL and then sends an echo request again.
  • Page 150 BHT-1500B series 4.5.8 System Information (SYSTEM INFORMATION Menu) [1] Displaying the BHT system information Use the following procedure to display the BHT system information. Select “6: VERSION” at the SYSTEM MENU and then press S Y S T E M V e r .
  • Page 151 BARCODE Handy Terminal [1] Functions for which licenses have been registered (∗) Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) to highlight the name of a function that has been registered, and then press the ENT key to display a screen similar to that shown on the right containing the license registration details.
  • Page 152 BHT-1500B series 4.5.9 Downloading/Uploading Files by FTP (FTP MENU) Use the following procedure to download and upload files by FTP. FTP MENU Select “7: FTP” at the SYSTEM MENU and then press 1：DOWNLOAD 2：UPLOAD the ENT key. The FTP MENU screen on the right is displayed. “1: DOWNLOAD”: Downloads a file by FTP.
  • Page 153 BARCODE Handy Terminal Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) to highlight the item to be set, and then press the ENT key. The mode changes to entry mode and the cursor is displayed. Enter a setting value with the numerical keys and dot key. Press the SF and the BS/C key to change the entry mode (numerical entry (no guidance display) and alphabet entry).
  • Page 154 BHT-1500B series [2] Uploading by FTP Select “2: UPLOAD” at the FTP MENU and then press the ENT key. The screen on the right is displayed if uploadable files exist. [1: DIR/FILE]: Entry box for the directory and/or file name [2: FIELDS]: File name currently selected (Nothing is displayed at the FTP client initial status.)
  • Page 155 BARCODE Handy Terminal Enter the directory and file name, or select a file, and then press the ENT key. Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the FTP MENU screen. DIR/FILE entry box: The FTP client will interpret a character string entered into this box as a directory name at first, and will therefore send a Change Directory request to the FTP server.
  • Page 156 BHT-1500B series FTP Download/Upload Messages When the BHT is uploading or downloading files by FTP, the following messages will appear at the bottom of the screen: Aborted. Uploading or downloading has been interrupted. Connection error The communication pathway is disconnected. Device error Failed to open a device.
  • Page 157 BARCODE Handy Terminal Response Messages from the FTP server The messages that FTP servers send during and after FTP operations vary, but servers all use the same reply codes as listed below. 110: Restart marker reply 120: Service ready in approx. nnn minutes. 125: Data connection has been established.
  • Page 158 BHT-1500B series 4.5.10 Bluetooth Communication Settings (DEVICE MENU) Use the following procedure to set up Bluetooth communication. Select “BLUETOOTH” at the DEVICE MENU and then press the ENT key. BLUETOOTH MENU The BLUETOOTH MENU screen on the right is displayed. 1：INFORMTION 2：SET BLUETOOTH [1: INFORMATION]:...
  • Page 159 ® The Bluetooth device name can be up to 16 characters long. The default setting is DENSO-BHT. To switch the entry mode (between numeric and alphabet entries), press the SF key. ® ® Refer to Chapter 5 “Communication” – 5.3 “Bluetooth wireless communications”...
  • Page 160 BHT-1500B series  Setting up the device detection parameters Select “2: INQUIRY” at the SET BLUETOOTH menu and then press the ENT key. The current settings are displayed. [1: INQUIRY TIME]: Sets up the duration of device detection in seconds. [2: NUM RESPONSES]: Sets up the number of devices to be detected.
  • Page 161 BARCODE Handy Terminal  Setting up the master station Select “3: MASTER” at the SET BLUETOOTH menu and then press the ENT key. The current settings are displayed. [1: PEER BD_ADDR]: Sets up the remote device address of the connection target.
  • Page 162 BHT-1500B series  Setting up the serial port profile (SPP) service for the connection target Press numeric key [7] and the SF key simultaneously at the SET MASTER menu to display the screen on the right. [1: SPP SERVICE]: Sets up the serial port service name of the connection destination.
  • Page 163 BARCODE Handy Terminal  Setting up the slave station Select “4: SLAVE” at the SET BLUETOOTH menu and then press the ENT key. The current settings are displayed. ® [1: PASSKEY]: Sets up the Bluetooth passkey for the slave station. [2: TIMEOUT]: Sets up the timeout limit in seconds.
  • Page 164 BHT-1500B series  Setting up the file transfer protocol options Select “5: SPP PARAMETER” at the SET BLUETOOTH menu and then press the ENT key. The current settings are displayed. “1: SERIAL No.”: “ON”: Adds serial numbers to data blocks. “OFF”: Does not add serial numbers to data blocks “2: H.PARITY”:...
  • Page 165 BARCODE Handy Terminal SET HID PARAM  Setting up the HID parameters 1：TARGET DEVICE Select “6: HID PARAMETER” at the SET BLUETOOTH menu and iPad/iPhone Android then press the ENT key. Windows PC The current settings are displayed. “1: TARGET DEVICE”: Select the device to connect via HID. “iPad/iPhone”...
  • Page 166 BHT-1500B series [3] Detecting remote devices Select “3: BROWSE DEVICE” at the BLUETOOTH MENU and then press the ENT key. The screen on the right is displayed. [1: INQUIRY]: Sets up the device detection. [2: BROWSE SERVICE]: Searches the Bluetooth services. [3: AUTH BD_ADDR]: Displays a list of authenticated remote device addresses.
  • Page 167 BARCODE Handy Terminal Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numeric key ([3]) to highlight [3: NUM RESPONSES] and then press the ENT key. Entry mode is activated and the cursor is displayed. Use the numeric keys to enter the desired value. Set up the number of devices to detect.
  • Page 168 BHT-1500B series The confirmation screen on the right is displayed. To set the selected address as a remote device address, select “1: Yes” and press the ENT key. To cancel the new setting, select the “2: No” and press the ENT key. The screen returns to the BROWSE DEVICE menu.
  • Page 169 BARCODE Handy Terminal  Searching for services Select “2: BROWSE SERVICE” at the BROWSE DEVICE menu and then press the ENT key. The screen on the right is displayed. [1: DO IT]: Starts service inquiry. [2: TIMEOUT]: Sets up the services inquiry time. Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the BROWSE DEVICE menu.
  • Page 170 BHT-1500B series When the service inquiry is completed or the service inquiry time has ® elapsed, the Bluetooth device address of the destination remote device and the provided service names are displayed as shown on the screen on the right. Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the BROWSE DEVICE menu.
  • Page 171 BARCODE Handy Terminal  Displaying the authenticated remote device addresses Select “3: AUTH BD_ADDR” at the BROWSE DEVICE menu and then press the ENT key. A list of the authorized remote device addresses is displayed. A maximum of three authorized remote device addresses is displayed. Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the BROWSE DEVICE menu.
  • Page 172 BHT-1500B series [4] File transfer with serial port profile Select “4: SERIAL PORT” at the BLUETOOTH MENU and then press the ENT key. The screen on the right is displayed. [1: DO IT]: Connects via the serial port profile for transferring files. [2: MODE]: Sets up the connection mode.
  • Page 173 BARCODE Handy Terminal Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numeric key ([1]) to highlight [1: DO IT] and then press the ENT key. A serial port connection is started. Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the SERIAL PORT MENU. When the connection is established, the screen on the right is displayed.
  • Page 174 BHT-1500B series [5] Communication via HID profile HID PORT MENU Select “5: HID PORT” at the BLUETOOTH MENU and then press the ENT key. 1：DO IT The screen on the right is displayed. 2：MODE MASTER SLAVE [1: DO IT]: Conect via the HID profile for transferring key-data and 3：TIMEOUT [255] barcode reading data.
  • Page 175 BARCODE Handy Terminal HID PORT MENU Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numeric key ([1]) to highlight ** Connecting ** [1: DO IT] and then press the ENT key. A serial port connection is started. Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the HID PORT MENU. When the connection is established, the screen on the right is displayed.
  • Page 176 BHT-1500B series 4.5.11 USB Communication Settings (DEVICE MENU) DEVICE MENU Use the following procedure to set up USB communication. 1：USB [1] Setting up the USB Parameters Select “3: USB” at the DEVICE MENU and then press the ENT key. The USB MENU screen on the right is displayed. Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) to select the menu and then press the USB MENU ENT key.
  • Page 177 BARCODE Handy Terminal [3] Setting up the MTP Restrictions Parameters Select “1: MTP RESTRICTIONS” at the MTP PARAMETER MENU MTP RESTRICTIONS and then press the ENT key. 1：RECEIVE 2：DELETE The MTP RESTRICTIONS screen on the right is displayed. 3：RENAME Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numeric keys ([1][2][3]) to select the menu and then press the ENT key.
  • Page 178 BHT-1500B series [5] Setting up the MTP File Filer Parameters MTP DISP FILTER 1/2 Select “3: MTP DISP FILTER” at the MTP PARAMETER MENU and FILE ATTRIBUTE then press the ENT key. 1：ATTR DAT 2：ATTR APL 3：ATTR FNT The MTP DISP FILTER 1/2 screen (FILE ATTRIBUTE) on the right is 3：ATTR AN0 displayed.
  • Page 179 BARCODE Handy Terminal 4.5.12 Deleting Program/Data Files (DELEETE FILE Menu) DELETE FILE Delete program files or data files stored in the FLASH ROM (1: Internal 1：Internal Memory Memory) or microSD (2: SD Memory). 2：SD Memory Use the following procedure to delete files. Press the 0 key while holding down the SF key at the SYSTEM MENU.
  • Page 180 BHT-1500B series To delete files: Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical key ([1]) to highlight [1: Yes] and then press the ENT key. The selected file is deleted and the screen on the right is displayed. Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the DELETE FILE menu. To cancel: Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical key ([2]) to highlight [2: No] and then press the ENT key.
  • Page 181 BARCODE Handy Terminal 4.5.13 Deleting Font Files (DELETE FILE Menu) Delete font files stored in the FLASH ROM. If there is insufficient user area, by deleting font files, a user area equal to the size of the deleted font files can be secured.
  • Page 182 BHT-1500B series To delete font files: Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical key ([1]) to highlight [1: Yes] and then press the ENT key. The selected file is deleted and the screen on the right is displayed. Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the DELETE FILE menu. To cancel: Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical key ([2]) to highlight [2: No] and then press the ENT key.
  • Page 183 BARCODE Handy Terminal 4.5.14 Downloading/Uploading the BHT System Parameter File (SYSTEM PARAMETER Menu) The system parameter file (file name: “_BHT.SYS”) is a file containing settings such as values, LCD contrast and buzzer volume set at Chapter “4.5.6 Setting Environment Settings”. The same settings can be set at another BHT by copying the system parameter file to that BHT.
  • Page 184 BHT-1500B series [1] Downloading the BHT system parameter file Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical key ([1]) to highlight [1: DOWNLOAD] and then press the ENT key. The screen on the right indicating that the BHT is waiting for the system parameter file to be downloaded is displayed.
  • Page 185 BARCODE Handy Terminal [2] Uploading the BHT system parameter file Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical key ([2]) to highlight [2: UPLOAD] and then press the ENT key. The screen on the right indicating that the BHT is waiting for the system parameter file to be uploaded is displayed.
  • Page 186 BHT-1500B series 4.5.15 Setting the Remote Wake-up (SET REMOTE WAKEUP Menu) Use the following procedure to perform remote wake-up settings. Press the 4 key while holding down the SF key at the SYSTEM MENU. The SET REMOTE WAKEUP menu on the right is displayed. [1: REMOTE WAKEUP]: Enables or disables remote wake-up.
  • Page 187 BARCODE Handy Terminal 4.5.16 Copying Files (FILE COPY Menu) Copy the files from the flash ROM (internal memory) to the microSD card (SD) or vice versa according to the following procedure. FILE COPY Press the 5 key while holding down the SF key at the SYSTEM MENU. 1：Internal －－＞...
  • Page 188 BHT-1500B series To copy files: FILE COPY Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical key ([1]) to highlight [1: Yes] and then press the ENT key. ** Completed ** The selected file is copied and the screen on the right is displayed. Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the FILE COPY menu.
  • Page 189 BARCODE Handy Terminal 4.5.17 Downloading/Uploading the System Message File (SYSTEM MESSAGE Menu) The system message file is a file (file name: “_B15MSG.FN3”) used by the system to display messages such as “Shutdown in progress. Do not remove the battery.” or “Charge the battery!”. Downloading/Uploading the System Message File (1) Upload the system message file to the host computer and so on.
  • Page 190 BHT-1500B series [1] Downloading the system message file Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical key ([1]) to highlight [1: DOWNLOAD] and then press the ENT key. The screen on the right indicating that the BHT is waiting for the system message file to be downloaded is displayed.
  • Page 191 BARCODE Handy Terminal [2] Uploading the system message file Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical key ([2]) to highlight [2: UPLOAD] and then press the ENT key. The screen on the right indicating that the BHT is waiting for the system message file to be uploaded is displayed.
  • Page 192 BHT-1500B series 4.5.18 Updating the System (MODIFY MENU) Use the following procedure to update the system. 1 : S Y S T E M M O D I F Y Press the dot key while holding down the SF key at the SYSTEM MENU.
  • Page 193 BARCODE Handy Terminal ♦ When the Displayed File Name Differs from the BHT System Update File If the name of the file displayed at [2: FILENAME] differs from the name of the BHT system update file to be used for updating the system, enter the correct file name. Use the cursor keys ([▲] [▼]) or numerical key ([2]) to highlight [2: FILENAME] and then press the ENT key.
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  • Page 195 BHT-1500B series Chapter 5 Communication This chapter describes technical information relating to the infrared communication, wireless communication, Bluetooth wireless communication functions with which the BHT is equipped. Infrared Communication ····························································· 184 5.1.1 Infrared Communication Port Transmission Speed ······························ 185 5.1.2 BHT Hardware (Physical Layer) and Communication Protocols ·············...
  • Page 196 BHT-1500B Series 5.1 Infrared Communication The BHT has a built-in infrared communication device that enables wireless transfer of programs and data both between the BHT and the host computer, and between BHTs without the need for a cable. Infrared communication offers the following benefits over other forms of communication. •...
  • Page 197 Barcode Handy Terminal 5.1.1 Infrared Communication Port Transmission Speed Communicating Device Transmission Speed BHT-1500 Series 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200, 460800 bps 5.1.2 BHT Hardware (Physical Layer) and Communication Protocols  BHT Hardware (Physical Layer) (Exclude Transmission Speed : 460800 bps) The BHT complies with IrDA Ver1.2 Low Power physical layer set out by IrDA (Infrared Data Association).
  • Page 198 BHT-1500B Series ® 5.2 Bluetooth Wireless Communication BHT-1505BB only 5.3.1 Usage Precautions • It may be possible to avoid the easy occurrence of communication errors by pointing the right side of the BHT (equipped with built-in antenna) toward the access point. This is because the radio waves of the 2.4 GHz waveband on which the BHT operates are emitted straight ahead and do not easily pass through the human body and so on.
  • Page 199 Barcode Handy Terminal 5.3.2 Setting Parameters  Bluetooth ® Device Address ® ® Remote devices return these addresses, uniquely assigned to each Bluetooth device by the Bluetooth SIG, during device detection.  Bluetooth ® Device Name ® Bluetooth devices can distinguish themselves using user-friendly names--Robert or Sandra, for example. ®...
  • Page 200 BHT-1500B Series 5.3 USB Communication The BHT can exchange data with the host computer via the USB communication port using a COM or MTP connection. Files are transmitted to the host computer over a serial communication in the COM connection while they are transmitted without a dedicated device driver in the MTP connection.
  • Page 201 Barcode Handy Terminal 5.3.2 Communication via MTP Connection Set the USB connection mode of the BHT to the MTP. Refer to Chapter 4.5.12 “USB Communication Settings” for details. Set the MTP communication protocol options of the BHT. Refer to Chapter 4.5.12 “USB Communication Settings”...
  • Page 202 BHT-1500B Series ━ Important ━ Receiving the BHT-BASIC data files (specifying the field information) A data file received in MTP is a file that has no filed information and so cannot be used for the BHT-BASIC applications. To receive this file as a data file having field information, convert it in the following procedure.
  • Page 203 Barcode Handy Terminal 5.4 Basic Communication Specifications and Parameters 5.4.1 Basic Communication Specifications The table below lists the basic infrared communication specifications for the BHT-1500 Series. IrDA Interface Synchronization Start-stop (Note) Transmission speed 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200, 460800 Transmission code ASCII 8-bit code Transmission bit order LSB (Least significant bit) first...
  • Page 204 BHT-1500B Series  Transmission Code and Bit Order • All characters should be coded to 7 or 8-bit code for data transmission. • The standard code at the BHT is ASCII 7-bit or 8-bit code. • The transmission bit order is LSB (Least significant bit) first. The example below is for the transmission of an ASCII 8-bit code A (41h or 01000001b, b: binary) with even vertical parity and a single bit each for the start and stop bits.
  • Page 205 Barcode Handy Terminal 5.4.2 Communications Parameters In System Mode and user programs written in BHT-BASIC, you can set the communications parameters listed below. Port IrDA Interface 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200, Transmission speed (Note) 460800 Character length 8 bits Vertical parity None Stop bit length 1 bit...
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  • Page 207 BHT-1500B Series Chapter 6 Maintenance This chapter describes battery cartridge and daily procedures for taking care of the BHT, CU and CH. Replacing the Batteries ······························································ 196 6.1.1 Battery Cartridge Service Life ························································· 196 Charging rechargeable batteries ··················································· 198 Using the BHT after Long Periods ················································· 200 Daily Maintenance ·····································································...
  • Page 208 BHT-1500B Series 6.1 Replacing the Batteries 6.1.1 Battery Cartridge Service Life Specified batteries: Size AAA alkaline dry cell batteries(LR03), or Size AAA rechargeable eneloop® batteries. Note 1: Use fully chargeable batteries when using rechargeable batteries. Note 2: eneloop® is a registered trademark of Panasonic group. Note 3: Using rechargeable batteries other than eneloop®...
  • Page 209 − Point − Do not use batteries other than those specified by DENSO WAVE. Insert the battery cover tab (1), and then close the battery cover (2). The battery cover is now locked in position(3).
  • Page 210 If the LED flashes in red, it is impossible to charge the battery. Check the following items. (The red LED starts to flash one minute after charging starts.) • Check that the rechargeable batteries specified by DENSO WAVE have been loaded in the BHT properly.
  • Page 211 Barcode Handy Terminal •The message below may be displayed and the LED indicator may flash in green if any deteriorated batteries or over-discharged batteries are charged. Please confirm very carefully that the batteries in the BHT are rechargeable before charging the batteries forcefully.
  • Page 212 BHT-1500B Series 6.3 Using the BHT after Long Periods Data stored in the BHT may be lost and the calendar clock may stop if the BHT is left unused for long periods of time. Take appropriate measures in accordance with the procedure below. Insert a fully charged battery cartridge.
  • Page 213 Barcode Handy Terminal 6.4 Daily Maintenance 6.4.1 Proper Care of the BHT Wipe any dirt from the BHT housing, charge terminals, and BHT battery terminals with a dry, soft cloth. Ensure to turn OFF the BHT before cleaning. − Note − ...
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  • Page 215 BHT-1500B series Chapter 7 Error Messages This chapter describes causes and countermeasures for error messages that display during BHT use. System Errors ·········································································· 204 System Mode Errors ·································································· 209...
  • Page 216 BHT-1500B Series 7.1 System Errors The error messages that display on the screen and the causes and countermeasures to be taken if an error occurs when the power is turned ON or while running a program are shown below. Message BHT Response Cause Countermeasure...
  • Page 217 Barode Handy Terminal Message BHT Response Cause Countermeasure Using alkaline batteries If lower battery is detected, The battery output level Replace or recharge the the warning tone beeps five has lowered so that the battery cartridge. times and then turns itself BHT no longer operates.
  • Page 218 BHT-1500B Series Message BHT Response Cause Countermeasure If this error occurs, the During execution Unload reload warning tone beeps five System Program, battery cartridge, then turn times. System Program the BHT on. attempted to write onto this error occurs the write-protected area frequently, make a note of of the memory.
  • Page 219 Barode Handy Terminal Message BHT Response Cause Countermeasure The BHT displays this error Operation was terminated this error occurs message and automatically without turning OFF the frequently, make a note of runs the execution program power normally with the displayed code from the point of start-up.
  • Page 220 BHT-1500B Series Message BHT Response Cause Countermeasure The message is continuously An error has occurred Check the application. displayed. during execution of System Program due to the application. The application restarts from the beginning. The message is continuously No user programs are Contact your system...
  • Page 221 Barode Handy Terminal 7.2 System Mode Errors When error messages display while running System Mode, refer to the following table and take appropriate measures. Message BHT Response Countermeasure You attempted to execute a user Press and hold the BS/C key to return to the program in the EXECUTE PROGRAM SYSTEM MENU, then download user menu, but no user program files had...
  • Page 222 BHT-1500B Series Message BHT Response Countermeasure The current download will exceed the Press the 2 key to return to the SYSTEM maximum allowable number of files (420 MENU, then delete unnecessary files in the files) in the memory. memory (or decrease the number of files to downloaded attempted download more than one file in the...
  • Page 223 Barode Handy Terminal Message BHT Response Countermeasure The memory is insufficient for setting up Press the BS/C key to return to the the BHT system parameter file or system SYSTEM MENU and delete unnecessary message file to be uploaded. files. The memory already contains 420 files, Press the BS/C key to return to the so the BHT system parameter file or...
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  • Page 225 BHT-1500B series Chapter 8 Specifications This chapter describes the BHT-1500B Series specifications. BHT-1500B Series Specifications ················································· 214 8.1.1 Hardware Specifications ································································ 214 8.1.2 Code Specifications ······································································ 215 8.1.3 3 S canning Performance ·································································· 216 8.1.4 Interface Specifications ································································· 218...
  • Page 226 BHT-1500B Series 8.1 BHT-1500B Series Specifications 8.1.1 Hardware Specifications ® AAA alkaline battery (LR03) ×3 or AAA rechargeable battery eneloop ×3 Power supply (main power): Dimensions (W) x (L) x (H): 48 x 139.5 x 22 mm Weight: Approx. 128 g (including batteries) Ambient operating temperature: -5 to 50°C (on charging: 0 to 40°C) Ambient operating humidity: 20 to 80% (with no dew condensation)
  • Page 227 Barcode Handy Terminal 8.1.2 Code Specifications Barcode Type Bar Dimensions Scan Magnification Universal product codes JAN-13 (EAN-13) JAN-8 (EAN-8) UPC-A UPC-E JAN-13 (EAN-13) with add-on Min. 0.26 mm Min. 0.8 JAN-8 (EAN-8) with add-on UPC-A with add-on UPC-E with add-on 2-dgit add-on 5-dgit add-on Min.
  • Page 228 BHT-1500B Series 8.1.3 S canning Performance Scanning Reference Position As illustrated at left, align the reading window with the center of the label (code) to be Label scanned. Reading Distance and Area 180 mm 600mm 0.125 mm 0.15 mm 0.33 mm (Note) 1.0 mm 50 100...
  • Page 229 Barcode Handy Terminal *1 Under the following conditions: *2 Under the following conditions: - Ambient brightness: 500 lx. (Xenon arc lamp) - Ambient brightness: 500 lx. (Xenon arc lamp) - Code 39, 19-digits - EAN-13 Narrow bar: Wide bar = 1 : 2.2 - Reflection intensity of white bars: min.
  • Page 230 BHT-1500B Series 8.1.4 Interface Specifications IrDA Interface Specification: IrDA Ver1.2 Low Power physical layer compliant (Except transmission speed: 460800 bps) Input signals: Output signals: Transmission speed: 9600 / 19200 / 38400 / 57600 / 115200 / 460800 Note: 460800 bps applies only to the communication between the BHT-1500s and that between the BHT .
  • Page 231 BHT-1500B Series Chapter 9 Appendices This chapter describes the CU-A*1-15 Series (option) specifications, and describes causes and countermeasures when unable to transfer files. CU-A*1-15 Specifications ···························································· 220 9.1.1 Hardware Specifications ································································ 220 9.1.2 Charging Requirements (CU-AR1-15, -AL1-15 and -AU1-15) ················ 220 9.1.3 Interface Specifications ·································································...
  • Page 232 BHT-1500B Series 9.1 CU-A*1-15 Specifications 9.1.1 Hardware Specifications CU-AR1-15 CU-AL1-15 CU-AU1-15 Power supply: 100 V AC 100 V AC Powered from the USB (Using dedicated AC (Using dedicated AC interface * adapter) adapter) Max. power consumption: 1.5 A at 5V 1.5 A at 5V 1.5 A at 5V* 500 mA at 5V...
  • Page 233 Barcode Handy Terminal 9.1.3 Interface Specifications CU-AR-15 CU-AR1-15 RS-232C interface port (Dsub-9P) Signal Direction Pin. No. Signal Name Function CU-AR1-15 <--> External Device Receive data <- Send data -> Data terminal ready -> Signal ground Data set ready Transmission request Transmission ready The CU- AR1-15 internal wiring is shown below.
  • Page 234 BHT-1500B Series CU-AL1-15 The CU-AL1-15 has an IEEE 802.3-compliant Ethernet interface port (100BASE-T). CU-AL1-15 Ethernet interface port (RJ45 jack) Pin No. Signal Function Send data Send data Receive data N.C. No connection N.C. No connection Receive data N.C. No connection N.C.
  • Page 235 Barcode Handy Terminal 9.2 When File Transfer is Not Possible Using the Transfer Utility This section describes the causes and remedies when file transfer is not possible using the Transfer Utility. Error No. Cause Details Remedy Illegal field information specification option Set a correct value for the field information option.
  • Page 236 BHT-1500B Series Error No. Cause Details Remedy The protocol specified at the BHT and PC Ensure that the protocol matches. does not match. Please be aware that the default protocol differs depending on the BHT used. The PC communication port setting is illegal. Enable “Use FIFO buffer.
  • Page 237 Barcode Handy Terminal Note 1: “Member Registration” is required to use a QBdirect service on the DENSO WAVE website (free of charge). When using this service for the first time, complete “Member Registration” in the following procedure. (1) Click the QBdirect URL below.
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