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Bartec BCS3600ex Series User Manual

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  • Page 1 Hand-held scanner BCS3600 series User Manual...
  • Page 3 Status: April 2022 / Revision C Proviso: Subject to technical changes. Changes, mistakes and printing errors do not substantiate any claim to damages. Content Pages English 1-164 BARTEC GmbH Max-Eyth-Straße 16 Fon: +49 7931 597-0 Support: em-support@bartec.com 97980 Bad Mergentheim Fax: +49 7931 597-119 Download: http://automation.bartec.de...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    BCS3600 series Table of content Hand-held scanner and accessories Basic safety information ............................1 Information on this User Manual ........................1 1.1.1 Languages ................................... 2 1.1.2 Changes in the document ..............................2 1.1.3 Registered trademarks ................................ 2 Handling the product ............................2 Intended use ..............................
  • Page 6 BCS3600 series Table of content Hand-held scanner and accessories Features 29 4.3.1 Physical features ................................29 4.3.2 Ambient conditions ................................30 Ex-relevant values ............................32 4.4.1 Connection HMI limiting cable to Ex HMI or other Ex systems - Zone2 ................32 4.4.2 Connection of supply module Ex i to other Ex systems ....................
  • Page 7 BCS3600 series Table of content Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.11.9 Range/maximum cable length of the connected cables from the supply module to host or PC ........86 6.11.10 Permissible wire cross-sections and stripping length ....................... 86 6.11.11 Permissible connection cable diameters ........................... 87 6.11.12 Ferrite core for data line (only when using the USB-SPP interface) .................
  • Page 8 BCS3600 series Table of content Hand-held scanner and accessories 9.5.3 Default values of the supply module Ex i ........................134 Programming the interface parameters ....................... 135 9.6.1 Programming BCS3608 with universal supply module – corded .................135 9.6.2 Programming BCS3678 with universal supply module – Bluetooth ................136 9.6.3 Programming BCS3608ex with supply module Ex i - corded ..................137 9.6.4...
  • Page 9: Basic Safety Information

    The BARTEC company reserves the right to carry out technical changes at any time. In no event will BARTEC company be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use or application of this user manual.
  • Page 10: Languages

    1.1.2 Changes in the document BARTEC reserves the right to change the content of this document without notification. No warranty is assumed for the correctness of the information. In cases of doubt, the German safety instructions apply because it is not possible to rule out errors of translation or printing.
  • Page 11: Intended Use

    BCS3600 series Basic safety information Hand-held scanner and accessories Intended use 1.3.1 Exclusive purpose The Hand-held scanner is a handheld piece of electrical equipment. It serves the purpose of the mobile recording, processing and/or radio transmission of data within potentially explosive atmospheres.
  • Page 12: General Safety Information For Operation

    Repairs Repairs to explosion-protected devices may only be performed by authorised personnel with original spare parts and according to the state of the art. Therfore all repairs to the Hand-held scanner have to conducted by BARTEC. 1.6.5 Commissioning It must be checked that all components and documents are available before commissioning.
  • Page 13: Warranty

    The information contained herein refers to the explosion-protected version of the Hand-held scanner BCS3600 This User Manual contains all important information on the subject of explosion protection. Further product information on handling and commissioning can be found on the BARTEC support page: http://automation.bartec.de/mobileE.htm Subject to technical changes.
  • Page 14: Co-Applicable Documents

    Co-applicable documents All documents are available online from the following websites: BARTEC: www.bartec.com or http://automation.bartec.de/mobileE.htm ZEBRA: www.zebra.com In the event of an overlaps with Zebra, the instructions of BARTEC apply. Document BARTEC Explanation User manual This User Manual describes the use of the...
  • Page 15: Available Software

    Available software All software is available online from the following websites: BARTEC: http://automation.bartec.de/mobileE.htm ZEBRA: www.zebra.com In the event of an overlaps with Zebra, the instructions of BARTEC apply. Software BARTEC Explanation Plugins Plugins are required to use the handheld scanners in...
  • Page 16: Definition Of Terms

    BCS3600 series Basic safety information Hand-held scanner and accessories 1.11 Definition of terms A few abbreviations are used in the documentation. Intrinsically Safe => is used as generic term for the Zone 1 versions Non Incendive => is used as generic term for Zone 2 and Division 2 version BCS3600 stands for the entire product series of explosion-protected Hand- held scanner...
  • Page 17: Product Description

    BCS3600 series Product description Hand-held scanner and accessories Product description Hand-held scanner BCS3600 series The hand-held scanners in the BCS3600 series are used for the mobile capture, processing and transfer of data within potentially explosive atmospheres. The data are transferred either using a connection cable (BCS3608 ) or using a Bluetooth connection (BCS3678 Subject to technical changes.
  • Page 18: Purpose Of Use

    You must comply with the permissible ambient conditions for the device used (see User Manual). 2.1.2 Comparison with ZEBRA The certified hand-held scanners from BARTEC are based on the following hand-held scanners from ZEBRA and are mainly function-compatible: BARTEC ZEBRA BCS3608 -NI –...
  • Page 19: Configurations

    BCS3600 series Product description Hand-held scanner and accessories 2.1.3 Configurations Configuration Data transmission Data capture BCS3608 -NI - Type: B7-A2S4-1HP0 Connecting cable 1D-/2D-High Performance BCS3608 -IS - Type: 17-A1S4-1HP0 Standard Range BCS3678 -NI - Type: B7-A2S4-2HP1 Bluetooth 4.0 Imager (SE4750- BCS3678 -IS - Type: 17-A1S4-2HP1 2,4 GHz to 2,4835 GHz...
  • Page 20: Supply Modules

    Product description Hand-held scanner and accessories Supply modules BARTEC offers different types of supply modules. These are each available as versions for corded or Bluetooth handheld scanners. The systems enable direct connection of BCS3600 series hand-held scanners in the Ex area and data transfer to other PC/host systems in the Ex or safe area.
  • Page 21: Configuration

    BCS3600 series Product description Hand-held scanner and accessories 2.2.1 Configuration Universal supply module The Universal supply module (USM) has a terminal compartment on the output side for mains connection and data cable in Ex e design. The USM enables a scanner to be operated directly in the Ex area and the data to be transferred to a PC/host system in the Ex area (in Ex e version) or in the safe area.
  • Page 22 BCS3600 series Product description Hand-held scanner and accessories Supply module Ex i The supply module Ex i has a connection compartment on the output side for mains connection in Ex e and data cable in Ex i version. The USM enables a scanner to be operated directly in the Ex-area and the data to be transferred to another Ex i PC/Host System in the Ex area.
  • Page 23: Structure

    BCS3600 series Structure Hand-held scanner and accessories Structure Corded Hand-held scanner BCS3608 -NI/BCS3608 Scanning barcodes Scan window Starting the scan process Trigger button Securing the connection cable to prevent it coming unplugged Safety lock Insert connection cable, to connect hand-held scanner with Socket for connecting cable universal supply module or HMI Attaching cord to the hand-held scanner...
  • Page 24: Bluetooth Hand-Held Scanner Bcs3678

    BCS3600 series Structure Hand-held scanner and accessories Bluetooth Hand-held scanner BCS3678 -NI/BCS3678 Scanning barcodes Scan window Charging the battery Contact for base station  (cradle) Transferring data to base station (cradle)  Trigger button Starting the scan process Securing the battery to stop it falling out ...
  • Page 25: Base Station (Cradle)

    BCS3600 series Structure Hand-held scanner and accessories Base station (Cradle) Holding the hand-held scanner in place in the base station Retainer Connection code Establishing a connection between base station and hand-held (for connection to scanner BCS3678 -NI / BCS3678 -IS) Holes Water drainage Drill holes...
  • Page 26 BCS3600 series Structure Hand-held scanner and accessories Connecting connection cable to base station Connection Rubber feet Prevent the base station slipping Mounting the base station, e.g. on the wall Drill holes Adjusting screw Adjusting retainer to wall mounting or for use on the desk top Cable routing Feeding the connection cable to the connection Protecting the connection...
  • Page 27: Battery Charging Station, 4-Slot

    BCS3600 series Structure Hand-held scanner and accessories Battery charging station, 4-slot Inserting the battery for charging Battery compartments (4) LEDs (4) Displaying the status of the battery charging station Connect power supply with battery charging station Connection for power supply Drill hole Mounting the battery charging station, e.g.
  • Page 28: Universal Supply Module Corded

    BCS3600 series Structure Hand-held scanner and accessories Universal supply module corded 1st generation with DIP switch 2nd generation without DIP switch Cable gland Cable gland Terminals X1 to X2 Shield clamp Terminals X3 to X4 Terminals X5 toX10 7-pole round plug Cover DIP switch Subject to technical changes.
  • Page 29: Universal Supply Module Bluetooth

    BCS3600 series Structure Hand-held scanner and accessories Universal supply module Bluetooth 1st generation with DIP switch 2nd generation without DIP switch Cable gland Cable gland Terminals X1 to X2 Shield clamp Terminals X3 to X4 Terminals X5 toX10 Bluetooth module Cover DIP switch Subject to technical changes.
  • Page 30: Supply Module Ex I Corded

    BCS3600 series Structure Hand-held scanner and accessories Supply module Ex i corded Kabelverschraubung Cable gland Klemmen X1 bis X2 Terminals X3 to X4 Shield clamp Terminals X5 to X10 7-pole round plug Cover Supply module Ex i Bluetooth Kabelverschraubung Cable gland Klemmen X1 bis X2 Terminals X3 to X4 Shield clamp...
  • Page 31: Technical Data

    BCS3600 series Technical data Hand-held scanner and accessories Technical data Explosion protection IS 4.1.1 Hand-held scanner BCS3608 -IS (Type: 17-A1S4-1HP0/****) ATEX Zone 0 / 20 Labelling II 1G Ex ia ma op is IIC T4 Ga II 1D Ex ia ma op is IIIC T135°C Da IP 64 Test certificate EPS 18 ATEX 1 199 X Standards...
  • Page 32: Universal Supply Module For Bcs3608

    BCS3600 series Technical data Hand-held scanner and accessories 4.1.3 Universal supply module for BCS3608 -IS (Type: 17-A1Z0-0018/****) ATEX Zone 1 / 21 Labelling II 2(1)G Ex eb ma [ia Ga] IIC T4 Gb II 2(1)D Ex tb [ia Da] IIIC T80°C Db Test certificate EPS 18 ATEX 1 013 X Standards...
  • Page 33: Supply Module Ex I For Bcs3608 Ex -Is (Typ: 17-A1Z0-0025/****)

    BCS3600 series Technical data Hand-held scanner and accessories 4.1.5 Supply module Ex i for BCS3608 -IS (Typ: 17-A1Z0-0025/****) ATEX Zone 1 / 21 Labelling II 2(1)G Ex eb ib ma [ia Ga] IIC T4 Gb II 2(1)D Ex tb ib [ia Da] IIIC T80°C Db Test certificate EPS 18 ATEX 1 013 X Standards...
  • Page 34: Special Conditions For Explosion Protection Is

    BCS3600 series Technical data Hand-held scanner and accessories 4.1.7 Special conditions for Explosion protection IS WARNING - Explosion Hazard / ADVERTISSEMENT - Risque d'explosion X – labelling / étiquetage Special conditions of use for secure operation within the potentially explosive atmosphere! Conditions particulières d'utilisation pour un fonctionnement sûr dans une atmosphère potentiellement explosive!
  • Page 35: Explosion Protection Ni

    BCS3600 series Technical data Hand-held scanner and accessories Explosion protection NI 4.2.1 Hand-held scanner BCS3608 -NI and BCS3678 -NI (Type: B7-A2S4-****/****) ATEX Zone 2 / 22 Labelling II 3G Ex ic op is IIC T4 Gc II 3D Ex ic op is IIIC T135°C Dc IP 64 Test certificate EPS 16 ATEX 1113 X Standards...
  • Page 36: Universal Supply Module For Bcs3678

    BCS3600 series Technical data Hand-held scanner and accessories 4.2.4 Universal supply module for BCS3678 -NI (Type: B7-A2Z0-0043/****) ATEX Zone 2 / 22 Labelling II 3G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc II 3D Ex tc IIIC T80°C Dc Test certificate EPS 16 ATEX 1113 X Standards see chapter: EU Declaration of Conformity IECEx Zone 2 / 22...
  • Page 37: Features

    BCS3600 series Technical data Hand-held scanner and accessories Features 4.3.1 Physical features 4.3.1.1 Hand-held scanner Dimensions corded: (height x width x depth) 185 mm x 76 mm x 132 mm (7.3 inch x 3.0 inch x 5.2 inch) Bluetooth: 185 mm x 76 mm x 142 mm (7.3 inch x 3.0 inch x 5.6 inch) Weight Hand-held scanner BCS3678...
  • Page 38: Ambient Conditions

    BCS3600 series Technical data Hand-held scanner and accessories 4.3.2 Ambient conditions 4.3.2.1 Hand-held scanner Operating temperature Corded: –20 °C to 50 °C (–4°F to 122 °F) Bluetooth: –20 °C to 50 °C (–4 °F to 122 °F) Storage temperature –40 °C to 70 °C (–40 °F to 158 °F) (without battery) Relative humidity 5 % - 95 %, condensing...
  • Page 39 BCS3600 series Technical data Hand-held scanner and accessories 4.3.2.3 Battery Operating temperature –20 °C to 50 °C (–4 °F to 122 °F) Storage temperature –20 °C to 50 °C (–4 °F to 122 °F) Charging temperature (nominal) 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Charging temperature (ideal) 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) Relative humidity...
  • Page 40: Ex-Relevant Values

    BCS3600 series Technical data Hand-held scanner and accessories Ex-relevant values 4.4.1 Connection HMI limiting cable to Ex HMI or other Ex systems - Zone2 This section lists the Ex relevant parameters that are relevant for connecting the BCS3608 -NI corded handheld scanner to an Ex HMI or to Ex systems. Cable for power supply and data line in Ex e: Must be mechanically protected for installation.
  • Page 41 BCS3600 series Technical data Hand-held scanner and accessories Available HMI limiting cables: available for use in hazardous Type Description ATEX/IECEx Class I, II, III Zone 2/22 Division 2 HMI limiting cable 1.9 m (plain) USB B7-A2Z0-0041 Connection between HMI and hand-held scanner BCS3608 -NI, with open cable ends...
  • Page 42: Connection Of Supply Module Ex I To Other Ex Systems

    BCS3600 series Technical data Hand-held scanner and accessories 4.4.2 Connection of supply module Ex i to other Ex systems This section lists the Ex-relevant parameters that are relevant for connecting the supply module Ex i to another Ex system. system for bluetooth hand-held scanner BCS3678 system for corded hand-held scanner BCS3608...
  • Page 43: Product Labelling

    BCS3600 series Technical data Hand-held scanner and accessories Product labelling 4.5.1 Hand-held scanner Type label (here: BCS3678 -NI) Laser warning Product designation BCS3678 BCS3608 Product designation BCS3678 BCS3608 Only Bluetooth version: Warning opening battery compartment Subject to technical changes. 35/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 44: Battery

    BCS3600 series Technical data Hand-held scanner and accessories 4.5.2 Battery Zone 0/20, Div 1 (Type 17-A1Z0-0012) Zone 2/20; Div 2 (Type B7-A2Z0-0036) Only for Zone 1: Information on the use Only for Zone 2: Information on the use Subject to technical changes. 36/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 45: Supply Module

    BCS3600 series Technical data Hand-held scanner and accessories 4.5.3 Supply module Type label (here: Universal supply module, Bluetooth, for BCS3678 -IS ) Product designation IS Bluetooth corded Product designation NI Bluetooth corded Only for Bluetooth-Version: Scan to Connect Barcode For connecting the supply module with the scanner In the supply module: Serial number barcode...
  • Page 46: Base Station

    BCS3600 series Technical data Hand-held scanner and accessories 4.5.4 Base station Product designation IS Product designation NI Only for Zone 1: Type label Subject to technical changes. 38/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 47: Battery Charging Station

    BCS3600 series Technical data Hand-held scanner and accessories 4.5.5 Battery charging station Product designation IS Product designation NI Only for Zone 1: Type label Subject to technical changes. 39/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 48: Transport And Storage

    Replace the battery if the operating time has shortened considerably. The standard warranty period for all BARTEC batteries is six months, whereby it is irrelevant whether the battery was acquired separately or was contained in the scope of the delivery of the Hand-held scanner.
  • Page 49: Commissioning

    Do not use any battery replicas or batteries from other manufacturers.  ATTENTION No mixing of accessories! Only use accessories specified by BARTEC for the corresponding zones  Accessories that are specified for zone 1 should only be used with the corresponding hand-held scanners.
  • Page 50: Requirements In Potentially Explosive Atmosphere

     Installez ou remplacez les accessoires uniquement en dehors de l'atmosphère potentiellement explosive. User accessories exclusively which have been tested or certified by BARTEC for this  purpose. Les accessoires de l'utilisateur exclusivement qui ont été testés ou certifiés par BARTEC à...
  • Page 51 BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories Battery Do not short circuit the battery!  Ne court-circuitez pas la batterie! Only charge and change the battery outside the potentially explosive atmosphere.  Ne chargez et ne changez la batterie qu'en dehors de l'atmosphère potentiellement explosive.
  • Page 52: First Steps

    4-slot battery charging station Type: G7-A0Z0-0013 ACHTUNG Damage to the battery when using non-specified chargers! Only use chargers and accessories specified by BARTEC for charging the battery,  because the batteries and chargers are ex technically modified. Subject to technical changes. 44/164...
  • Page 53: Corded Hand-Held Scanner Bcs3608

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories Corded hand-held scanner BCS3608 -NI / BCS3608 6.3.1 Connecting the connection cable to the hand-held scanner DANGER Spark formation when connecting a cable! Always have cables connected by a qualified electrician.  Only connect or disconnect a cable in the potentially explosive atmosphere when ...
  • Page 54: Bluetooth Hand-Held Scanner Bcs3678

    Mixing up the batteries!  Only use batteries that have been specified by BARTEC. Utilisez uniquement la batterie qui a été spécifiée par BARTEC. Spark formation when changing the battery!  Only insert or remove the battery outside the potentially explosive atmosphere.
  • Page 55 BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories DANGER Spark formation caused by the battery falling out! Close the safety lock carefully.  Subject to technical changes. 47/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 56: Connecting The Base Station On The Host Pc And Power Source

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.4.2 Connecting the base station on the host PC and power source DANGER Spark formation when connecting a cable! Only use the base station outside potentially explosive atmosphere.  The base station is supplied with power via the connection cable to the host PC. ...
  • Page 57 BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories Connection via USB Connection via RS232 Non ex-area Non ex-area Needed power supply: BCS3678 BCS3678 Part ATEX / IECEx Zone 0/20 ATEX / IECEx Zone 2/22 NEC Class I, II, III Division 1 NEC Class I, II, III Division 2 Base station Type: 17-A1Z0-0014...
  • Page 58: Placing And Charging The Hand-Held Scanner In The Base Station

    DANGER Non-approved base station! Only use the base station that has been specified for the relevant configuration by  BARTEC. Spark formation! Only use the base station outside the potentially explosive atmosphere.  LEDs on the base station flash yellow to indicate the start of the charging process.
  • Page 59: Connecting The Hand-Held Scanner To The Base Station (Optional)

    Inserting and charging the battery in the battery charging station DANGER Non-approved battery charging station! Only use the battery charging station that has been specified for the relevant  configuration by BARTEC. Spark formation! Only use the battery charging station outside the potentially explosive  atmosphere.
  • Page 60: Meaning Of Led Display / Beeps

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories Meaning of LED display / beeps 6.5.1 Hand-held scanner LED display Colour Beep sequence Meaning Status LEDs (on Green flashes Low – medium – Hand-held scanner switching on) high switched on Status LEDs (when High (4 short Transmission error scanning)
  • Page 61: Base Station And 4-Slot Battery Charging Station

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.5.2 Base station and 4-slot battery charging station LED display Meaning Lights up green Base station or battery charging station is switched on Lights up blue Page button is pressed Flashes yellow Battery is being charged Flashes green Battery has been fully charged Flashes quickly, yellow...
  • Page 62: Supply Module

    DANGER Non-approved accessories! Only use supply modules that have been specified for the relevant configuration  by BARTEC. The universal supply module is mounted to a secure base.  Subject to technical changes. 54/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 63: Connecting The Supply Module As Hid Device

    A PC or system with a software wedge application is required to operate the system (hand- held scanner and supply module) as a HID device. The software wedge application converts the serial port data to USB HID. Software wedge applications are not supplied by BARTEC, but are available on the market (e.g. T-Wedge).
  • Page 64 This means that the controller must monitor the serial interface and process incoming data (read/write routine). An example project for scanner connection to a Siemens Simatic-S7 SPS/PLC is available on the BARTEC Support Download page. http://automation.bartec.de/indexE.htm Content: Description with components used ...
  • Page 65: Connecting The Hand-Held Scanner Bcs3608

    Connecting the hand-held scanner BCS3608 -NI to the HMI (only Zone 2/22) The function is only guaranteed if the cables you connect for your configuration have been specified by BARTEC. Pay attention to the manual of the HMI.  Pay attention to the chapter: Ex-relevant values ...
  • Page 66: Hmi Limiting Cable Usb

    B7-A2Z0-0041 HMI limiting cable 4,5 m B7-A2Z0-0054 The HMI limiting cable USB can be connected directly to the HMI or the USB connection (BARTEC Order no. B7-A2Z0-0074) can be used optional. RJ-50 HMI limiting cable USB connection Description (10 Pin)
  • Page 67: Wiring Diagram For Universal Supply Module (Usm)

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories Wiring diagram for Universal supply module (USM) 6.8.1 Universal supply module with USB-SPP Interface USM - corded with USB-SPP PC/Host with USB Interface UVM - corded Max. cable USB-SPP = Serial Port Profile length is 5 m (1st generation with DIP switch) USB = virtual serial COM port...
  • Page 68: Universal Supply Module With Rs232 Interface

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.8.2 Universal supply module with RS232 Interface USM - corded with RS232 PC/Host with serial UVM - corded Max. cable length is 15 m RS232-interface (1st generation with DIP switch) Wiring: Blue wire => necessary (example connection to AC) Green wire =>...
  • Page 69: Universal Supply Module With Rs422 Interface

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.8.3 Universal supply module with RS422 Interface USM - corded with RS422 Max. cable PC/Host with serial UVM - corded length is RS422-interface (1st generation with DIP switch) 1000 m Wiring: Blue wire =>...
  • Page 70: Universal Supply Module With Rs485 Interface

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.8.4 Universal supply module with RS485 Interface USM - corded with RS485 Max. cable PC/Host with serial UVM - corded length is RS485-interface (1st generation with DIP switch) 1200 m Wiring: Blue wire =>...
  • Page 71: Explanation Of The Interfaces

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.8.5 Explanation of the interfaces USB HID (Human Interface Device)  The hand-held scanner establishes a connection to the base station via Bluetooth. The base station is connected to a PC / host with a USB connection cable and data sent from the hand-held scanner (via the base station) to the PC / host is processed like a keyboard entry.
  • Page 72 When using the serial interfaces, please note that software is required to process the data on the PC/host. BARTEC does not offer its own software solution. Background: The serial interface does not have its own intelligence. This means that all data arriving at the interface is lost if it is not collected and processed by a software application.
  • Page 73: Declaration On Protocols

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.8.6 Declaration on protocols Protocols such as Modbus or Profibus are not directly supported by the hand-held scanner or the supply module. However, the hand-held scanner can be connected to systems running such protocols by using 3rd party converters.
  • Page 74: Testing The Communication (Rs232 Or Usb-Spp)

    There is a large number of terminal programs on the market. E.g. Hyperterminal, Tera Term, Putty or others. BARTEC does not distribute any terminal program or software keyboard wedge application. When using a universal supply module, a software wedge or other application must be installed on the host PC for data transfer.
  • Page 75 BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories Example for BCS3608 Example for BCS3678 - Baud rate of universal supply module Zone 2 (1st generation with DIP switch) Subject to technical changes. 67/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 76: Possible System Configurations

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.10 Possible system configurations 6.10.1 Corded Hand-held scanner BCS3608 6.10.1.1 Corded Hand-held scanner BCS3608 -NI / BCS3608 -IS with universal supply module Pos. Description Power supply for Zone 2/22 and Zone 1/21: 100 V to 240 V ±10% / 50/60 Hz / 0.1 A / 6 W ...
  • Page 77 BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.10.1.2 Corded Hand-held scanner BCS3608 -NI / BCS3608 -IS with universal supply module Pos. Description Connection cable BCS3608 -NI / BCS3608 Hand-held scanner BCS3608 -NI / BCS3608 Data cable HMI – universal supply module (RS232, RS422, RS485 or USB-SPP ) ...
  • Page 78 Supply module Ex i for corded hand-held scanner BCS3608 Ex-HMI device Important: Ex-relevant data must be compatible with the BARTEC components! See chapter: Ex-relevant values The supply module Ex i can be operated in hazardous areas. Data transmission and power supply are provided via the supply module Ex i.
  • Page 79 BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.10.1.4 Corded Hand-held scanner BCS3608 -NI with HMI and HMI limiting cable (only Zone 2 and 22) Ex-relevant and functional parameters necessary for the function: USB interface must provide 5 V/500 mA on the output side. ...
  • Page 80: Bluetooth Hand-Held Scanner Bcs3678 Ex

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.10.2 Bluetooth Hand-held scanner BCS3678 6.10.2.1 Bluetooth Hand-held scanner BCS3678 -NI / BCS3678 -IS via universal supply module Bluetooth The universal supply module for US and Canada can only be used with DC24V Pos.
  • Page 81 Supply module Ex i for Bluetooth hand-held scanner BCS3678 Ex-HMI device Important: Important: Ex-relevant data must be compatible with the BARTEC components! See chapter: Ex-relevant values The supply module Ex i can be operated in hazardous areas. Data transmission and power supply are provided via the supply module Ex i.
  • Page 82 BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.10.2.3 Bluetooth Hand-held scanner BCS3678 -NI / BCS3678 -IS with base station and bluetooth-enabled device Pos. Beschreibung Host-PC Power supply (12 V Base station (Cradle) only for the use in safe areas Bluetooth-enabled device (approved for a potentially explosive atmosphere): Example: Agile X IS for Zone 1/21 / Division 1 ...
  • Page 83: Universal Supply Module And Supply Module Ex I

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.11 Universal supply module and supply module Ex i 6.11.1 Electrical values of the supply modules The following table lists the electrical input and output values of the available supply modules. Supply module wirk wirk Universal supply module...
  • Page 84 BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories Supply module Interface Version Universal supply module corded for hand-held scanner BCS3608 Type:17-A1Z0-0018 Universal supply module Bluetooth for hand-held scanner BCS3678 USB-SPP Type: 17-A1Z0-0019 RS232 Unidirectional Universal supply module RS422 in Ex e corded RS485 for hand-held scanner BCS3608...
  • Page 85 BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories Supply module Universal supply module corded 0,5 A for hand-held scanner BCS3608 Type:17-A1Z0-0018 Universal supply module Bluetooth Bluetooth for hand-held scanner BCS3678 Type: 17-A1Z0-0019 Universal supply module corded 0,5 A for hand-held scanner BCS3608 Type: B7-A2Z0-0042 Universal supply module Bluetooth...
  • Page 86: Terminal Assignment Universal Supply Module

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.11.2 Terminal assignment universal supply module Terminal assignment for the installation of power supply cables and connection cables on the host PC side. The following interfaces are supported: USB-SPP, RS232, RS422 und RS485 ATTENTION The supply module can be destroyed if the terminals are incorrectly assigned! Note the correct assignment of the terminals.
  • Page 87: Terminal Assignment Supply Module Ex I

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.11.3 Terminal assignment Supply module Ex i Terminal assignment for the installation of power supply cables and connection cables on the host PC side. The following interfaces are supported: USB-SPP und RS232 ATTENTION The supply module can be destroyed if the terminals are incorrectly assigned! Note the correct assignment of the terminals.
  • Page 88: Setting The Interface With Dip Switch (1St Generation; Zone 2/22 And Div 2)

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.11.4 Setting the interface with DIP switch (1st generation; Zone 2/22 and Div 2) The DIP switches must be set as follows depending on the interface used. The correct setting of the used interface must be made, because the respective interface parameters are set internally accordingly.
  • Page 89: Setting The Interface With Programming Code (2Nd Generation; Without Dip Switches)

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.11.5 Setting the interface with programming code (2nd generation; without DIP switches) The supply modules are pre-configured in the factory (default) to USB-SPP and are hardware pre-configured for corded or Bluetooth handheld scanners. The interfaces are set via programming barcodes.
  • Page 90: Communication Via Supply Modules To Host Or Pc

    6.11.7 Connecting cable (hand-held scanner to supply module) The function is only guaranteed if the cables you connect for your configuration have been specified by BARTEC. Connection of hand-held scanners to a universal supply module or supply module Ex i...
  • Page 91 BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories The hand-held scanners BCS3608 -NI and BCS3608 -IS can be connected by the following cables to the universal supply module and the supply module Ex i Zone 2 / Zone 22 Version Length Zone 1 Division 2 Plain...
  • Page 92: Data Cable And Power Supply (Universal Supply Module To Pc/Host)

    6.11.8 Data cable and power supply (Universal supply module to PC/Host) Data line: BARTEC recommends the use of the following cables: Commercially available shielded data cable to avoid external interference into the  data cable e.g. min. CAT5 cable or other shielded cable to avoid external...
  • Page 93 BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories Power supply: To connect the outer conductors to the terminals in hazardous areas, observe EN 60079- 14 (Explosive atmospheres - Part 14: Design, selection and installation of electrical systems). In particular Chapter 10 - Cable entry systems and closure elements Connect the conductors according to the terminal assignment.
  • Page 94: Range/Maximum Cable Length Of The Connected Cables From The Supply Module To Host Or Pc

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.11.9 Range/maximum cable length of the connected cables from the supply module to host or PC Supported Universal supply Supply module Range interface module Ex i USB-SPP 16 ft. RS232 15 m 50 ft. RS422 1000 m 3280 ft.
  • Page 95: Permissible Connection Cable Diameters

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.11.11 Permissible connection cable diameters Possible cable dimensions for the cable gland on the supply module Power supply Cable Cable gland Terminals X1 to X2 diameter 100 V to 240 V Ex e M16x1,5 (black) 4,5 - 9 mm ±10% 50/60 Hz Power supply...
  • Page 96: Ferrite Core For Data Line (Only When Using The Usb-Spp Interface)

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.11.12 Ferrite core for data line (only when using the USB-SPP interface) A plastic bag with a ferrite core is supplied with each supply module. The ferrite core is only needed when using the USB-SPP interface. It is used for shielding and avoiding external interferences on the data line.
  • Page 97: Cover Screws

    BCS3600 series Commissioning Hand-held scanner and accessories 6.11.13 Cover screws The four cover screws M4 x 30 are tightened with a defined tightening torque. Tightening torque: 0.7 Nm - 1.2 Nm Ensure that the cover is placed correctly on the bottom part and tightened with a suitable torque.
  • Page 98: Operation

    BCS3600 series Operation Hand-held scanner and accessories Operation Inspection to be conducted prior to use DANGER Spark formation caused by the connection cable or the battery falling out! Ensure that the safety lock has been correctly closed prior to use in the potentially ...
  • Page 99 BCS3600 series Operation Hand-held scanner and accessories Final inspection of the supply modules Check points Supply module is not damaged Supply module has been certified Supply module has been certified for use with the hand-held scanner Terminal connection chamber of the supply module has been correctly closed Supply module has been correctly connected Subject to technical changes.
  • Page 100: Handling Accessories

    Hand-held scanner and accessories Handling accessories DANGER Non certified accessories endanger explosion protection. Danger to life exists in potentially explosive atmospheres! Only use original accessories from BARTEC.  Only permitted outside the potentially explosive atmosphere: Insert/charge battery.  Use base station and battery charging station.
  • Page 101 BCS3600 series Operation Hand-held scanner and accessories 7.2.1.2 Battery Statistics With the Zebra 123 Scan Utility it is possible to read out device data and statistics of the hand-held scanner and the used battery. Battery Runtime Battery for Zone 2/22; Div 2 Zebra evaluation can be used 1 to 1 Type: B7-A2Z0-0036 Battery for Zone 0/20;...
  • Page 102 BCS3600 series Operation Hand-held scanner and accessories 7.2.1.4 Threshold values for battery level BCS3678 -IS (Zone 1) The barcode is required to correctly adjust the LED status of the BCS3678 -IS. If this adjustment is not made, the LED status display is not correctly displayed. The device will switch off although the device still shows a green LED (battery status >50%).
  • Page 103: Leather Holster

    BCS3600 series Operation Hand-held scanner and accessories 7.2.2 Leather holster BARTEC offers a leather holster to protect the hand-held scanner. This can be attached to belt or wall. Drilling plan Subject to technical changes. 95/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 104: Base Station

    BCS3600 series Operation Hand-held scanner and accessories 7.2.3 Base station The Base station can be attached to wall. Drilling plan Subject to technical changes. 96/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 105: Barcode Capture

    SE4850-ER For detailed information on the scan engine used, see the Product Reference Guide from ZEBRA. Laser/LED Safety Scan Engine SE4750-HP – with standard range BARTEC Type Zebra Type Laser/LED Safety International LED Safety: 17-A1S4-*HP*/**** DS36x8-HP IEC 62471: 2006 (Ed.1.0);...
  • Page 106: Decode Ranges

    The decoding range depends on the quality and size of the barcode and the settings of the scan engine. For detailed information on the scan engine used, see the Product Reference Guide from ZEBRA. Scan Engine SE4750-HP – with standard range Range BARTEC Type Zebra Type Barcode Resolution Near 5 mil 15.2 cm...
  • Page 107: Decoding Options

    BCS3600 series Barcode capture Hand-held scanner and accessories Decoding options Due to the Ex modifications, the decoding options of the BCS36*8 -IS are limited. For more information on decodable barcode types, see the ZEBRA Product Reference Guide for the SE4750-HP and SE4850-ER Scan Engine. Code type supported by scanner SE4850-ER SE4750-HP...
  • Page 108 BCS3600 series Barcode capture Hand-held scanner and accessories PDF417 MicroPDF417 Data Matrix GS1-Data Matrix Maxicode 2D-Barcodes QR Code GS1-QR Code (PDF barcodes are part of the Micro QR Code 2D barcode Aztec family) Han Xin (Chinese Sesible) Composite (Composite CC-C, Composite CC-A/B, Composite TLC-39, Composite - GS1- 128 Emulation Mode for UCC/EAN Composite)
  • Page 109: Barcode - General

    BCS3600 series Barcode capture Hand-held scanner and accessories 8.4.1 Barcode – general The hand-held scanner can decode all common types of barcodes. Not all barcode types are activated in the basic settings (default). In the Product Reference Guide or the 123 Scan Utility of Zebra all barcode types can be activated, deactivated and barcode specific settings can be made.
  • Page 110: Document And Photos

    BCS3600 series Barcode capture Hand-held scanner and accessories Test example to test OCR A simple test is possible e.g. with a passport or identity card. OCR is deactivated in the default settings. 8.4.3 Document and photos Documents and photos can be decoded with the BCS36x8 -NI.
  • Page 111: Iuid - Item Unique Identification

    BCS3600 series Barcode capture Hand-held scanner and accessories 8.4.4 IUID – Item Unique Identification A UID or Unique Identifier is used to identify and track data specified by the U.S. Department of Defense (e.g., manufacturer, distribution, product life cycle and other information) for all imported packages containing goods with a value of $5,000.00 or greater.
  • Page 112: Scanning

    BCS3600 series Barcode capture Hand-held scanner and accessories Scanning CAUTION / ATTENTION LASER LIGHT - DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT LUMIÈRE LASER - NE PAS REGARDER DANS LE FAISCEAU APPAREIL À LASER DE CLASSE 2 (630-680nm, 1mW) (Invisible) Laser Radiation when open (and interlock defeated).
  • Page 113 BCS3600 series Barcode capture Hand-held scanner and accessories Right: The hand-held scanner can also read barcodes when the scanner beam is not directly centred on the barcode. Wrong: The hand-held scanner cannot decode/scan a barcode if the scanner beam does not capture the whole width of the barcode.
  • Page 114: Configuration

    When using the Zebra 123 Scan Utility or a configuration tool via a PC, only USB programming cables specified by BARTEC have to be used. For programming on a PC (via 123 Scan Utility) in the safe area, the USB programming...
  • Page 115: Zebra 123Scan Utility

    Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories 9.1.3 Zebra 123Scan Utility BARTEC recommends using the Zebra 123Scan Utility for programming with the aid of a Zebra 123Scan Utility offers the following advantages: Simple and fast configuration of hand-held scanners  Creation of profiles and saving the configurations on the PC ...
  • Page 116 BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories Identification of the plugins: Plugin for BCS3608ex corded hand-held scanner supports the following configurations DS3608-HP20313VZWW => with Scanner: SE4750-HP  DS3608-HP20123VZWW => with Scanner: SE4750-HP  DS3608-ER20123VZWW => with Scanner: SE4850-ER  Plugin for BCS3678ex Bluetooth handheld scanner and base station supports the following configurations DS3678-HP2F313VZWW =>...
  • Page 117: Further Tools

    BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories Install Plugin The hand-held scanners are recognized by 123 Scan Utility as follows: Corded hand-held scanner BCS3608 with Scanner SE4750-HP or SE4850-ER The release number depends on the currently available firmware version. Corded hand-held scanner BCS3608 with Scanner SE4750-HP or SE4850-ER The release number depends on the currently available firmware version.
  • Page 118: Programming For Software Developers

    BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories Programming for software developers The following programming tools are available to software developers. The programming tools are available online at the following address: https://www.zebra.com/us/en/support-downloads/scanners/ultra-rugged-scanners/ds3608- hp-ds3678-hp.html 9.2.1 Programming manuals Simple Serial Interface – Programmer’s Guide ...
  • Page 119: Functions

    When implementing a HID solution, a software wedge application must be installed on the PC / host when using a universal supply module (not distributed by BARTEC). The software wedge application is used for further processing of the incoming data.
  • Page 120: Prefix And Suffix

    BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories 9.3.2 Prefix and Suffix Detailed information and programmable codes for "Prefix" and "Suffix" can be found in the Zebra Product Reference Manual "Chapter 5 - User Settings & Other Options --- User Settings --- Prefix/Suffix Values". Another way to set up prefix and suffix is to use the Zebra 123 Scan Utility.
  • Page 121: Multicode Data Formatting (Mdf)

    BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories 9.3.5 Multicode Data Formatting (MDF) The Ex-relevant safety regulations can lead to restrictions of the function with regard to reading range and scanner performance with the hand-held scanners Zone 1. For an MDF tutorial and a 123Scan programming example, go to the 123Scan section of our How To Videos: http://www.zebra.com/ScannerHowToVideos For more information and some examples described in detail refer to the ”Multicode Data Formatting and Preferred Symbol”...
  • Page 122 BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories MDF Terms and Definitions Multicode - Industry term for the ability to scan multiple bar codes with one trigger  pull. Multicode Data Formatting (MDF) - Zebra's name for Multicode.  MDF Session - The act of decoding a label from trigger pull to either data ...
  • Page 123: Przm Intelligents Imaging

    BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories 9.3.6 PRZM Intelligents Imaging The Ex-relevant safety regulations can lead to restrictions of the function with regard to reading range and scanner performance with the hand-held scanners Zone 1. PRZM sets the bar for 2D imaging by improving decoding performance, speed and user experience.
  • Page 124: Intelligent Document Capture

    BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories 9.3.8 Intelligent Document Capture The Ex-relevant safety regulations can lead to restrictions of the function with regard to reading range and scanner performance with the hand-held scanners Zone 1. Intelligent Document Capture is supported only with the scanner SE4750-HP. The scanner SE4850-ER does not support this feature.
  • Page 125: Pairing Options For Bluetooth Hand-Held Scanner (Only For Bcs3678 Ex )

    Bluetooth communication between the BCS3678ex Bluetooth Hand-held Scanner, Base Station (Cradle), Supply Modules, and other Bluetooth enabled devices. Associated with this section is the Zebra "Product Reference Guide" for the DS36X8. Available on the BARTEC or Zebra Support website. Contents: General information on radio communication ...
  • Page 126: Number Of Bluetooth Connections

    BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories 9.4.2 Number of Bluetooth Connections Number of Connection with Comments connections Up to 7 BCS3678ex can be connected to one base station. A point-to-point connection is activated in the basic settings. A multipoint connection can be activated via the programming manual.
  • Page 127: Pairing Between Bluetooth Hand-Held Scanner And Base Station (Cradle)

    BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories 9.4.3 Pairing between Bluetooth hand-held scanner and base station (cradle) Base station is installed in the safe area and connected to a PC. The following interfaces are supported: Interfaces Range Connection cable USB (HID or SPP) 4.5 m* Yes, see accessories list for the respective Ex-version of the scanner.
  • Page 128 BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories Pairing - Method 2 With this method, the scanner automatically connects to the contacts when inserted into the base station. It is not necessary to scan the base station barcode. If the pairing is successful, a low/high connection beep will sound a few seconds after the hand-held scanner is inserted into the base station.
  • Page 129: Pairing Between Bluetooth Hand-Held Scanner And Universal Supply Module

    Connection cable (USM to PC/Host) USB (SPP) Connection cables are not included in the scope of RS232 15 m delivery and are not offered by BARTEC. Use commercially available shielded data cables to avoid RS422 1000 m external interference. Recommendation: e.g. min. CAT5...
  • Page 130 On the type label of the base station. Universal supply module: The MAC address can be read out with the help of a terminal program. The manual is available in a separate description on the BARTEC Support & Download page. http://automation.bartec.de/scanner.htm Subject to technical changes.
  • Page 131: Pairing Between Bluetooth Hand-Held Scanner And Bluetooth Enabled Device

    BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories 9.4.5 Pairing between Bluetooth hand-held scanner and Bluetooth enabled device The hand-held scanner can also be connected directly to any Bluetooth enabled device via Bluetooth (pairing). The following interfaces are supported: Interfaces Explanation Keyboard Emulation (HID) / Keyboard Emulation (HID) Select this host type when connecting to a PC / Tablet / Phone that simulates a Bluetooth keyboard.
  • Page 132 Hand-held scanner and accessories Explanation Explanation The hand-held scanner can be connected to other Bluetooth capable BARTEC devices in Ex- areas and safe areas. In the example with the Tablet PC's of the Agile X series. (Also possible with devices of other Ex...
  • Page 133 BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories Pairing – Keyboard Emulation The most common method to connect the hand-held scanner to a Bluetooth enabled device is described in detail below. Prepare the hand-held scanner for pairing with other Bluetooth enabled device. Scanning the barcode: Keyboard Emulation (HID) “HID BT LE (Discoverable)“...
  • Page 134 BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories The applications are compatible with the following systems: v4.4 Android v5.x v6.x v7.x v8.0 Windows 7 Windows Windows 8.1 Windows 10 Installation requirements hardware requirements Pentium Dual-Core E214 1.6 GHz or Pentium Mobile Dual Core T2060 or Pentium Celeron E1200 1.6 GHz 2 GB RAM 1.2 GB free hard disk space...
  • Page 135: Check If Pairing Is Ok

    BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories 9.4.6 Check if pairing is OK Whether the scanner is paired can be checked in the following way. At the scanner: Not paired Not paired Bluetooth - LED flashes red Bluetooth – LED flashes green 9.4.7 Scanning when out of range - Out of Range &...
  • Page 136 BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories In all modes, calculate the amount of data (number of barcodes) that the hand-held scanner can store as follows: The hand-held scanner has an on-board memory to store barcodes. Number of barcodes that can be stored: 30,720 Byte memory / (number of characters in barcode + 3) Example: Barcode contains 7 characters (7+3 = 10) =>...
  • Page 137 BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories Operating modes Detailed explanations and notes on the operating modes can be found in the Zebra user manual. Normal (Standard)  No batch data. The hand-held scanner attempts to transfer each scanned barcode. Batch mode out of range ...
  • Page 138: Radio Ranges

    BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories 9.4.8 Radio ranges The Bluetooth hand-held scanner BCS3678 has a Bluetooth Class 1 radio module that achieves a range of up to 100m (in the open air with a clear view). The actual range is affected by the presence of other radio devices (WiFi, Bluetooth and other devices using the 2.4 GHz band), the room layout (shelves, machinery, wall and ceiling materials and many other factors) and the type of installation.
  • Page 139: Creating Pairing Barcodes With Zebra 123 Scan Utility

    BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories 9.4.9 Creating Pairing Barcodes with Zebra 123 Scan Utility Start the Zebra 123Scan Utility application. Select the following menu items in the upper right corner of the home screen (red marked): Barcodes  Bluetooth bar codes ...
  • Page 140: Default Parameters

    BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories Default parameters 9.5.1 Default values of the hand-held scanners A list of all default values of the hand-held scanners can be found in the Zebra product manual. Zebra Product Reference Guide - Apendix A - Standard Default Parameters Further information on the hand-held scanner default values and the reset options can be found under: Zebra Product Reference Guide - Chapter 5 - User Preferences &...
  • Page 141 Exception only for Universal supply module - Bluetooth: The baud rate can be reprogrammed using a terminal program. The Baud rate can be changed between 9600 and 115200 Baud. The manual is available in a separate description on the BARTEC Support & Download page: http://automation.bartec.de/scanner.htm Category: Programming ...
  • Page 142: Default Values Of The Supply Module Ex I

    BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories 9.5.3 Default values of the supply module Ex i The following table lists the factory-set (default) values of the serial interfaces and is valid for the following supply modules Ex i: Type Description Ex area 17-A1Z0-0025 Supply module Ex i corded...
  • Page 143: Programming The Interface Parameters

    BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories Programming the interface parameters 9.6.1 Programming BCS3608 with universal supply module – corded Pos. Description Power supply  this cable has to be provided by the customer Host-PC Data cable Host-PC – Universal supply module  this cable has to be provided by the customer Universal supply module corded Type: B7-A2Z0-0042/**** (Zone 2/22 or Division 2)
  • Page 144: Programming Bcs3678 Ex With Universal Supply Module - Bluetooth

    (e.g. by scanning in programming codes or via 123 Scan Utility). It is possible to change the baud rate using a terminal program. For programming, separate instructions are available on the BARTEC support download page: http://automation.bartec.de/indexE.htm Category: Programming ...
  • Page 145: Programming Bcs3608Ex With Supply Module Ex I - Corded

    BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories 9.6.3 Programming BCS3608ex with supply module Ex i - corded Pos. Description Connecting cable BCS3608 Hand-held scanner BCS3608 Type: 17-A1S4-1HP0/**** (Zone 1/21) Data cable in Ex i version between Ex-HMI (or other Ex device) and supply module Ex i ...
  • Page 146: Programming Bcs3678 Ex With Supply Module Ex I - Bluetooth

    BCS3600 series Configuration Hand-held scanner and accessories 9.6.4 Programming BCS3678 with supply module Ex i - Bluetooth Pos. Description Hand-held scanner BCS3608 Type: 17-A1S4-1HP0/**** (Zone 1/21) Data cable in Ex i version between Ex-HMI (or other Ex device) and supply module Ex i ...
  • Page 147: Cleaning

    BCS3600 series Cleaning Hand-held scanner and accessories Cleaning 10.1 Suitable cleaning agents Component Cleaning agent Scan window Cleaning wipes for glasses or for camera lenses Contacts of the Cotton wool buds, isopropyl alcohol (70 %) hand-held scanner Housing of the Damp cleaning cloths hand-held scanner Moisten cleaning cloth with water or, in the case of...
  • Page 148: Cleaning The Contacts

    BCS3600 series Cleaning Hand-held scanner and accessories 10.4 Cleaning the contacts Take the following steps to clean the battery contacts, contacts on the hand-held scanner, contacts on the base station and the cable connectors for the hand-held scanner: Wipe the cotton wool bud over the contacts at least three times. ...
  • Page 149: Maintenance, Inspection, Repair

    The processing guidelines and the RMA form can be downloaded from our website: Europe: http://www.bartec.com USA: http://bartecus.repairshopr.com/wf/rma-2/start.com In the event of questions Please send us an email or call us:  Europe: Email: service@bartec.us Phone: +49 7931 597-444 USA: Email: service@bartec.us Subject to technical changes. 141/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 150: Faults - Causes And Remedies

    Information about the configuration of host parameters and barcode types can be found in the ZEBRA Product Reference Guide. If none of the solutions listed leads to the elimination of a fault, please contact the BARTEC Enterprise Mobility Support: https://support.pixavi.com/support/home Fault...
  • Page 151 BCS3600 series Faults – causes Hand-held scanner and accessories and remedies Hand-held scanner decodes Hand-held scanner has not Program the hand-held scanner for the barcodes, but does not send been correctly programmed for host type. these to the host the host type Further information about this can be found in the ZEBRA Product Reference Guide.
  • Page 152 Faults – causes and BCS3600 series remedies Hand-held scanner and accessories Hand-held scanner emits Wrong interface cable is being 1. Check the interface cable. beeps at regular intervals used 2. If the wrong interface cable is being used: connect the correct interface cable.
  • Page 153 BCS3600 series Faults – causes Hand-held scanner and accessories and remedies Only for BCS3678 Power supply not connected correctly. Base station or 4-slot battery charging station flashes all the Only for BCS3678 Only for BCS3678 time orange and no green LED Associated base station and Check the power supply.
  • Page 154 Faults – causes and BCS3600 series remedies Hand-held scanner and accessories Battery has internal defect and Replace battery / order new battery the explosion protection circuit is activated. Check: 0 V can be measured at the battery contacts. The procedure for exiting the shutdown mode did not work.
  • Page 155: Restoring The Connection Between Bluetooth Hand-Held Scanner And Base Station

    BCS3600 series Faults – causes Hand-held scanner and accessories and remedies 12.1 Restoring the connection between Bluetooth hand-held scanner and base station If the hand-held scanner is not transferring any data to the base station, restore the connection as follows: ...
  • Page 156: Set Factory Default - Remove Custom Defaults (Reset To Factory Defaults)

    Faults – causes and BCS3600 series remedies Hand-held scanner and accessories 12.2.1 Set Factory Default - Remove Custom Defaults (Reset to Factory Defaults) Set Factory Default - Scan the "Set Factory Default" barcode below to remove all user- defined defaults and reset the hand-held scanner to the factory defaults. (For Factory Default, see the Zebra "Product Reference Guide"...
  • Page 157: Notes On Resetting The Hand-Held Scanners (Only Valid For Bcs3678 Ex - Bluetooth)

    BCS3600 series Faults – causes Hand-held scanner and accessories and remedies 12.2.3 Notes on resetting the hand-held scanners (only valid for BCS3678 - Bluetooth) When using "Set Factory Default" the following settings are not reset. Multipoint-to-Point connection is not reset. ...
  • Page 158: Base Station Does Not Work

    Faults – causes and BCS3600 series remedies Hand-held scanner and accessories 12.4 Base station does not work Possible cause Power supply not connected correctly. Possible solution Check whether the connecting cable (1.) is correctly connected to the base station. Insert the cable firmly and the cover (2.) will close slightly.
  • Page 159: Usb-Spp Is Detected As Unknown Interface

    BCS3600 series Faults – causes Hand-held scanner and accessories and remedies 12.5 USB-SPP is detected as unknown interface Possible cause When using the USB-SPP interface of the Universal supply module (USM), it is recognized as an unknown device on the Windows PC. The driver for the USM can also not be installed.
  • Page 160: Disposal

    Disposal Hand-held scanner and accessories contains metallic and plastic parts and electronic components. WEEE registration number of the BARTEC GmbH: DE 95940350 TAs professional electrical devices, our devices are intended exclusively for commercial use, so-called B2B devices, in accordance with the WEEE Directive. The WEEE Directive provides the framework for the treatment of old electrical equipment throughout Europe.
  • Page 161: Annex

    Based on the principle of operation, it should be possible to use all commercially available converters. However, BARTEC cannot guarantee this, as not all properties and their effects can be considered and tested. The basic requirement for a converter to function is that it supports one of the available BCS36x8ex system interfaces.
  • Page 162 BCS3600 series Annex Hand-held scanner and accessories Converter RS232 to USB2.0 As a converter RS232 to USB2.0 the following part can be used for example: Delock - Adapter USB 2.0 Type-A > 1x Serial DB9 RS-232 - Part number: 61425 Experience shows that there are no problems when using converters that use the FTDI chipset.
  • Page 163 BCS3600 series Annex Hand-held scanner and accessories Converter RS422 to USB2.0 As a converter RS422 to USB2.0 the following part can be used for example: Delock - Adapter USB 2.0 Type-A > 1x Serial DB9 RS-422/485 - Part number: 62406 Experience shows that there are no problems when using converters that use the FTDI chipset.
  • Page 164 BCS3600 series Annex Hand-held scanner and accessories Converter RS232 to RS422 As a converter RS232 to RS422/485 the following part can be used for example: Advantech - ADAM4510 Principle circuit diagram Advantech ADAM4510 converter Universal with USB RS232 DP9 (F) Connector strip for RS422/485 supply mdoule interface...
  • Page 165: Declaration Of Conformity

    BCS3600 series Declaration of Conformity Hand-held scanner and accessories Declaration of Conformity 15.1 EU Declaration of Conformity Subject to technical changes. 157/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 166 BCS3600 series Declaration of Conformity Hand-held scanner and accessories Subject to technical changes. 158/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 167 BCS3600 series Declaration of Conformity Hand-held scanner and accessories Subject to technical changes. 159/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 168 BCS3600 series Declaration of Conformity Hand-held scanner and accessories Subject to technical changes. 160/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 169 BCS3600 series Declaration of Conformity Hand-held scanner and accessories Subject to technical changes. 161/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 170 BCS3600 series Declaration of Conformity Hand-held scanner and accessories Subject to technical changes. 162/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 171 BCS3600 series Declaration of Conformity Hand-held scanner and accessories Subject to technical changes. 163/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 172 BCS3600 series Notes Hand-held scanner and accessories Subject to technical changes. 164/164 April 2022 / Revision C...
  • Page 174 BARTEC BARTEC GmbH Max-Eyth-Str. 16 97980 Bad Mergentheim Germany Phone: +49 7931 597 0 info@bartec.com bartec.com...

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