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Summarization of Contents
Overview of Setting Up the Reader
Setup Tool Quick Setup
Configure your reader in a few basic steps.
Setup Tool Connect to Reader
Establish a connection to the reader.
Setup Tool Results Display
View the results.
Setup Tool Light and Imager Settings
Choose a trigger type and other acquisition parameters.
Setup Tool System Settings
Configure visual and audio feedback, trigger and output actions.
Start the Setup Tool
Accessing Quick Setup
Access the Quick Setup section for basic reader configuration.
Connecting the Reader
Establish a connection to the reader using the Setup Tool.
Viewing Results
View scan results and history within the Setup Tool.
Configuring Light and Imager
Adjust light and imager parameters in the Setup Tool.
Configuring System Settings
Adjust system settings like feedback and output actions.
Use the Setup Tool Menu Bar
File Menu Operations
Manage .cfg and .cdc files, including opening and saving configurations.
System Menu Operations
Manage reader settings, firmware updates, and device logs.
Edit Menu Operations
Perform standard cut, copy, and paste operations within the Setup Tool.
View Menu Operations
View reader information and enable/disable Setup Tool elements.
Tasks Menu Operations
Switch between various Setup Tool options.
Help Menu Operations
Display Setup Tool version information.
Using Your Device Through USB
USB Connection Modes
Select USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 mode for coiled or straight USB cables.
Switching USB Modes (CDC or HID)
Change USB mode using configuration codes via RP codes.
Wireless Connections Setup
RS-232 Base Station Connection
Connect base station via RS-232, observe electrical requirements and warnings.
USB Base Station Connection
Connect base station via USB, noting COM port assignments in Setup Tool.
Ethernet Base Station Connection
Connect base station via Ethernet, noting network device assignments in Setup Tool.
Wireless Connections Notes
Wireless Communication Notes
Notes on cradle contacts, wireless settings sync, terminal program behavior, and unpairing.
Pairing Strategy Details
Force Pairing Mode
Scan Pair code for single-step pairing without Setup Tool, valid for 20 seconds.
Wireless Reader Buffering Data
Ethernet Buffered Data Transfer
Connect via Ethernet to receive buffered data through IP address.
USB Keyboard Emulation for Buffering
Use USB Keyboard emulation for buffered data transfer.
RS-232 Buffered Data Transfer
Connect via RS-232 COM port to receive buffered data.
USB Buffered Data Transfer
Connect via USB COM port to receive buffered data.
Trigger Types
Presentation Trigger Mode
LED aimer is always on for continuous reading attempts.
Manual Trigger Mode
Trigger button initiates reading until symbol is found or released.
Industrial Protocols
Enabling Industrial Protocols
Enable protocols via Setup Tool, configuration codes, or DMCC command.
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