Inateck BCST-10 - Wireless Bluetooth Barcode Scanner Manual

BCST-10 Barcode Scanner Overview

The BCST-10 integrates a high-performance processor with an effective decoding board, combining a fast decoding speed, high precision and a high anti-interference ability in one device. The device can easily read barcodes on paper and other surfaces. In comparison with similar products, the BCST-10 excels with lightning fast scanning speed, a powerful reading ability and high accuracy.

Appearance

• Bluetooth Wireless mode
• USB Wired mode

Function Setup

The BCST-10 Barcode Scanner changes all default settings by reading the setup barcodes.

Performance Characteristics

Note:
If you want to enter the setup of the BCST-10, please scan the 'Enter Setup' barcode, then the 'Function Setup' barcode, followed by the 'Exit with Save' barcode.

Pairing with Windows XP

1. Read the 'Enter Setup' barcode, the indicator blinks Blue and green light
   
2. Read the 'Factory Reset' barcode, the indicator blinks green light
   
3. Restart the BCST-10 barcode scanner
4. Open the Bluetooth panel on your computer, click 'Add a device...'
5. Click 'Next' to search for nearby devices
6. The computer will automatically search for nearby Bluetooth devices. After a few seconds 'CT********' will appear in the available devices list
7. Double click 'CT********' or click 'Next', select 'Enter the device's pairing code', put in the pairing code 10010, click 'next'
8. There will be a prompt at the lower right corner of your desktop indicating the adding of a new device. After 5 seconds you will hear a beep from the BCST-10 and the blue light flashes every three seconds, indicating a successful pairing.

Pairing with Windows 7/8/10

1. Read the 'Enter Setup' barcode, the indicator blinks Blue and green light
   
2. Read the 'Factory Reset' barcode, the indicator blinks green light
   
3. Read the 'Exit with save' barcode
   
4. Turn on your Bluetooth within the Win7/8/10 OS, enter the 'Control Panel' - 'Devices and Printers' - 'Add a device' - select 'CT********' to add the device to your computer
5. Double click the device name and enter the code: 10010
6. Click 'Next', the BCST-10 will beep to indicate a successful pairing

Pairing with MAC OS

1. Read the 'Enter Setup' barcode, the indicator blinks Blue and green light
   
2. Read the 'Factory Reset' barcode, the indicator blinks green light
   
3. Read the 'Enter Setup' barcode
   
4. Read the 'One-click Mac OS Connection' barcode
   
5. Read the 'Exit with Save' barcode
   
6. Restart the BCST-10 barcode Scanner
7. Open the Bluetooth panel in your operating system, click 'Bluetooth Setup Assistant' to search for new devices
8. The computer will automatically search for nearby Bluetooth devices. After a few seconds 'CT********' will appear in the available devices list
9. Double click 'CT********' or click 'continue', a Bluetooth pairing request will pop up. (Note: The PIN code contains too many digits by default, which could result in a failed pairing. Please click 'Passcode Option' and select 'Use a specific passcode' and put in a new PIN code with fewer digits.)
10. Find the above mentioned numbers in the following barcodes, scan them continuously and then select the 'Exit without Saving' barcode to finish the pairing
    

Pairing with IOS devices

1. Read the 'Enter Setup' barcode, the indicator blinks Blue and green light
   
2. Read the 'Factory Reset' barcode, the indicator blinks green light
   
3. Read the 'Enter Setup' barcode
   
4. Read the 'One-click Mac OS Connection' barcode
   
5. Read 'Exit with Save' barcode
   
6. Restart the BCST-10 barcode scanner
7. Turn on the Bluetooth on your iOS device, search for 'CT********' barcode scanner
8. Click 'CT********' in the available devices list, a Bluetooth pairing request will pop up with a PIN code
9. Find the left mentioned numbers in the following barcodes, scan them continuously and then select the 'Exit without Saving' barcode to finish the pairing
   

Pairing with Android devices

1. Read the 'Enter Setup' barcode, the indicator blinks Blue and green light
   
2. Read the 'Factory Reset' barcode, the indicator blinks green light
   
3. Read the 'Exit with Save' barcode
   
4. Turn on the Bluetooth on your Android device and search for 'CT********'
5. Input the pairing code 10010 in the pairing request dialog
6. Click the 'OK' button, you will hear a beep upon successful pairing

Offline Mode

If you are heading for a working area which lies outside the Bluetooth signal range, you may activate the offline mode of the scanner, following the steps described below. Under this enhanced offline mode, all scanned data will be stored directly into the buffer memory of the device. Furthermore, the data entries will be permanently saved in the buffer memory prior to the manual upload into the working station, so that you may upload them time and again to your liking.

Due to the fact that the data entries will be automatically wiped from the buffer memory during upload, a data loss is possible when malfunctions occur during upload, e.g. if the working station suffers an unanticipated system shut down.

An operation in offline mode is strongly recommended under the following scenarios:

1. During the scanning process, the device often leaves the Bluetooth signal range;
2. Due to a high quantity of blocking objects, the Bluetooth signal's stability can't be ensured.

1. By scanning the following barcode, the offline mode will be activated.
   
2. By scanning the following barcode, all data in the buffer memory will be deleted (only in offline mode).
   
3. By scanning the following barcode, all data entries in the buffer memory can be manually uploaded after reconnecting to the working station (only in offline mode).
   
4. By scanning the following barcode, the gross quantity of the uploaded data entries will be summarized (only in offline mode).
   
5. By scanning the following barcode, the device leaves the offline mode, normal mode will be reinitialised.
   

Keyboard Language Setting

Scan the 'Enter setup' Barcode - 'Select your keyboard language' - Exit With save - Change your PC language as selected.

Eg: Switching to German keyboard

Prefix and Suffix Setting

1. Scan the 'Enter Setup' barcode
   
2. Scan the 'Prefix Setting' or 'Suffix Setting' scanner
   
3. Scan certain barcodes sequentially to generate your own prefix/suffix. Example: If you want to add '#' as prefix or suffix, according to the barcode list provided on our website, you need to scan the '3' barcode first and then scan the '5' barcode.
   (Please refer to www.inateck.com for the number and symbol barcode list.)
   
4. Scan the "Exit with Save" barcode.
   

Function Setup Barcodes

(Note: the barcode with * is default setting of BCST-10)

Common Function Barcodes

1. Please remove the power and USB cable during thunderstorms to avoid electrical damage to circuits caused by lightning.
2. Keep the device away from heat sources and avoid extreme temperatures
3. Keep the device away from humid and wet places during storage and transportation

LED Indicators

Beeper

FAQ

1. Reconnect the scanner (How to reconnect the scanner to computers or smartphones you have successfully paired with before?)
   
   Reconnecting the scanner will empty its stored data.
   1. Select and remove the paired scanner in PC Bluetooth devices list, or cancel paired scanner in smartphone Bluetooth devices list.
   2. Set up the scanner by scanning barcodes 'Enter Setup' and then 'Factory Reset' until indicator blinks green light.
   3. Follow the instruction manual, reconnect devices according to different systems.
2. Why can't I upload the data saved in the scanner via Bluetooth?
   1. Connect USB cable to computer to see if data will be uploaded automatically.
   2. If not, please scan 'Manual data upload' barcode to upload.
3. Why does 'Device cannot start' display after inserting Bluetooth adapter to computer?
   1. Check if the Bluetooth adapter is working and Bluetooth indicator lights up.
   2. Make sure the Bluetooth device of your computer is turned off.
   3. Please use another USB port or computer to retry.
4. Why does Computer or smartphone fail to find the Bluetooth scanner?
   1. Make sure the scanner is turned on.
   2. Don't pair devices until indicator blinks green light.
   3. Please try 'Reconnect the scanner'.
5. Why can't I upload Barcodes to my computer or smartphone which has been automatically paired?
   1. Make sure devices are paired and indicator turns to blue light.
   2. Check out if 'Offline Mode' switches on. Under this mode, barcodes won't upload automatically, please scan barcode 'Manual data upload' to retry.
6. Why does the scanner fail to connect to Android smartphones?
   1. Make sure the smartphone runs Android 4.0 and above
   2. If the device runs Android 2.2 or 2.3 the smartphone needs to by connected by the Bluetooth input method. Please contact the customer service for technical support.
7. Some barcodes cannot be read, why?
   1. Dirty or unclear barcodes might not be read.
   2. Digital barcodes displayed on phones, computers or tablets cannot be read.
   3. Some uncommon barcode types are not commonly used and thus not activated by default. You need to activate a specific barcode type first. Please feel free to contact our customer service for further assistance.
8. Can the scanner connect to smartphone or tablet after connecting to computers?
   A scanner can only connect to one device at a time. If you want to change device, please try 'Reconnect the scanner'.
9. Why can't the scanner connect automatically after restarting the computer?
   1. Make sure the scanner is turned on.
   2. Use 'USB wired mode' or try 'Reconnect the scanner'.
10. Are there any barcodes to apply or remove Enter for suffix?
    Yes, please follow page 'Common Function Barcodes' on the instruction manual or contact customer service for support.
11. Why is the smartphone paired but disconnected to scanner?
    It happens in following scenarios:
    1. Connected by Bluetooth input method. Please refers to Bluetooth input method operating instruction and follow the method strictly.
    2. Using SPP mode. Install Bluetooth Serial Port APP in smartphones and connect through it.
12. Why is the response speed a little slower after reconnecting the scanner?
    1. Hold and press the power button for 3 seconds to restart the scanner.
    2. Please try 'Reconnect the scanner'.
13. When connecting to computers via Bluetooth and inputting paring code, why does a PIN code display, such as 19179411?
    1. Hold and press the power button for 3 seconds to restart the scanner.
    2. Set up the scanner by scanning barcodes 'Enter Setup' and then 'Factory Reset' until indicator blinks green light.
    3. Follow the steps on instruction manual, reconnect devices according to different systems.
14. How to solve the messy code problem encountered while using other foreign languages?
    The default language is English. Please refer to 'Language Setting' chapter to change the setting.

• USB wired + Bluetooth wireless communication
• Built-in FLASH memory, supports breakpoint resume
• Can store 2600 pieces EAN-13 codes under offline state
• Supports Windows XP, Win7/8/10, Wince, mobile OS PC and android, iOS devices BCST-10

Packing list

BCST-10*1 unit
USB cable*1pcs
Quick Start Guide

Note: The device is not equipped with a charger, please charge the device via USB output charging cable.

Contact Information

USA
Tel.: +1 702-445-7528
Phone hours: Weekdays 9 AM to 5 PM (EST)
Email: support@inateck.com
Web: www.inateck.com
Addr.: Inateck Technology Inc, 6045 Harrison Drive Suite 6 Las Vegas, Nevada 89120

Germany
Tel.: +49 342-07673081
Fax.: +49 342-07673082
Phone hours: Weekdays 9 AM-5 PM (CET)
Email: support@inateck.com
Web: http://www.inateck.com/de/
Addr.: F&M TECHNOLOGY GmbH, Montgolfierstraße 6, 04509 Wiedemar

Company of License Holder
Shenzhen Licheng Technology Co,.Ltd
Add: Warehouse B, 1F, Building B, Dezhong Industrial Park, No.11 Shibei Road, Bantian Street, Longgang District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518000, China
Tel: (+86)755-23484029

Manufacturer Information
Shenzhen Lixin Technology Co,.Ltd
Add: 1F, Building B, Dezhong Industrial Park, No.11 Shibei Road, Bantian Street, Longgang District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518000, China
Tel: (+86)755-23484029