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- Page 1 User Manual Manual Version 09 This version of the manual supports fi rmware 3308 and all handle trigger optimization. C002332_09_CR3 User Manual Save Settings Release Date: 12/22/06...
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Page 2: Statement Of Agency Compliance
Statement of Agency Compliance The CR3 has been tested for compliance with FCC regulations and was found to be compliant with all applicable FCC Rules and Regulations. IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this device must not be co-located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. CAUTION: Changes or modifi... - Page 3 Code Reader 3.0 User Manual Copyright © 2005 Code Corporation. All Rights Reserved. The software described in this manual may only be used in accordance with the terms of its license agreement. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means without written permission from Code Corporation.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1 - Getting Started ....................... 1 1.1 - Introduction ..........................2 1.2 - Unpacking ..........................3 1.3 - Powering On/Off ........................3 1.4 - Keypad/Icon Overview ......................4 1.5 - Batch Operation ........................6 1.6 - Cabled Operation ........................7 1.6.1 - Introduction ........................ - Page 5 2.10 - Continuous Scan ........................ 30 2.11 - Continuous Scan Settings ....................31 2.11.1 - Continuous Scan - Sleep Time Out ................31 2.11.2 - Continuous Scan - Trigger Delays ................31 2.11.3 - Continuous Scan - Duplicate Scan Delay ..............31 2.12 - Motion Detection Scan Settings ..................
- Page 6 4.11 - Lockout Link Mode ......................49 Chapter 5 - Advanced Decode Performance ................. 50 5.1 - Continuous Illumination ......................51 5.2 - Set Targeting Zone Tolerances ..................... 51 5.3 - Windowing ..........................52 5.4 - VGA & Megapixel Settings ....................54 5.5 - Mirror Decoding ........................
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Page 7: Chapter 1 - Getting Started
Chapter 1 - Getting Started C002332_09_CR3 User Manual Save Settings... -
Page 8: Introduction
1.1 - Introduction The CR3 establishes a new benchmark for Portable Data Terminals and Hand Held Computers by combining the industry’s best imaging technology with a graphic display and rugged keyboard to create the smallest and lightest full-featured bar code reading terminal on the market. Using the same ergonomic platform as the highly featuring successful Code Reader 2.0, the CR3 extends mobile... -
Page 9: Unpacking
1.2 - Unpacking Remove the CR3 from its packing and inspect it for damage. If the scanner was damaged during shipping, please call Code at (801) 495-2200. The standard CR3 unit is shipped with a USB cable interface. The unit also features a 1950 mAH battery that must be installed in the unit at all times. -
Page 10: Keypad/Icon Overview
1.4 - Keypad/Icon Overview The chart below shows key/button functions. Description of Button Function Numeric Mode Upper Case Text Lower Case Text Symbol Mode Mode Mode Toggles between Toggles between Toggles between Toggles between numeric characters, numeric characters, numeric characters, numeric characters, upper case text, lower upper case text, lower... - Page 11 The chart below shows all of the icons for CodeViewer™ software and their defi nitions. Icon Description Power Icons 50% to 100% capacity of battery 20% to 50% capacity of battery 0% to 20% capacity of battery – recharge battery as soon as possible Battery is recharging No icon is displayed when battery blank is used with a cabled reader Connection Icon...
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Page 12: Batch Operation
1.5 - Batch Operation 1.5.1 - Introduction Batch data storage and data transfer are controlled by the resident JavaScript application on your CR3 reader. Please consult the Code Viewer user manual for the application on your CR3 for instructions on how to control data storage and transfer. -
Page 13: Cabled Operation
1.6 - Cabled Operation 1.6.1 - Introduction The CR3 is available with USB, RS232 and PS2 cables. All of the cables are connected to the CR3 with a 8-pin DIN connector. Different cables may be required for different hosts. Hand Held CR3 - To install a cable on the standard palm-held unit, correctly line up the 8-pin DIN connector into back end of the unit. -
Page 14: Usb Cable Installation Guide
1.6 - Cabled Operation 1.6.2 - USB Cable Installation Guide To connect the CR3 to your host computer via USB interface: 1. Make sure the USB cable is suffi ciently attached to your CR3 unit (Figure 1.7). 2. You DO NOT need to power off your host computer (Figure 1.8). The CR3 with USB interface can be plugged into any host while the computer is powered up. -
Page 15: Usb Communication Settings
1.6.2.1 - USB Communication Settings USB Keyboard Mode - Data is sent from the Reader and interpreted by the host just as if a US keyboard was being used to enter data. USB Downloader - This mode is the standard way of transferring batch fi les or new fi rmware through the USB port. -
Page 16: Ps2 Cable Installation Guide
1.6.3 - PS2 Cable Installation Guide 1. Power off the host computer. 2. Attach the end of the PS2 cable with the single connector to the CR3. 3. Disconnect your keyboard from the host and connect the appropriate connector to the PS2 cable 4. -
Page 17: Rs232 Cable Installation Guide
1.6.4 - RS232 Cable Installation Guide To connect the CR3 to your host computer via RS232 interface: 1. Make sure the RS232 cable is suffi ciently attached to your unit. 2. Connect the RS232 interface cable to your host computer (Figure 1.10). If you are unsure of the proper location to connect the RS232 cable please consult the manual of your host computer. -
Page 18: Rs232 Communication Data Bit Settings
1.6.4.1 - RS232 Communication Data Bit Settings Scan the following codes to set the appropriate data bit: 7 Data Bits 8 Data Bits (Default) 1.6.4.2 - RS232 Communication Stop Bit Settings Scan the following code to set the appropriate stop bit data: 2 Stop Bits (Default) 1.6.4.3 - RS232 Communication Baud Rate Settings Scan the following codes to set the appropriate baud rate:... -
Page 19: Cabled Reader - Time Out Settings
1.6.5 - Cabled Reader - Time Out Settings Scan one of the codes below to set the amount of time a cabled CR3 will be enumerated before enter- ing sleep mode. The battery is re-charged at the fastest rate when CR3 is in sleep mode: Cabled - 2 hours Cabled - Always (Default) C002332_09_CR3 User Manual... -
Page 20: Bluetooth Radio Operation
1.7 - Bluetooth Radio Operation 1.7.1 - Introduction This CR3 features a Bluetooth® wireless radio. The radio allows for point-to-point wireless communica- tion with other Bluetooth devices that support serial port protocol (SPP). The following guide will give you general instructions on connecting your CR3 to a desktop or laptop computer with a Bluetooth radio. Connecting With A QuickConnect Code The easiest way to connect to a Bluetooth device is to visit the Code website and create a QuickConnect Code that is specifi... - Page 21 Radio Range and Transferring Data The CR3 radio is a Class 1 device. If connected to another Class 1 device the unit has roughly a 300 foot line of sight operating range. If connecting to a Class 2 or Class 3 device, the operating range may drop to match the lower range.
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Page 22: Bluetooth Radio Auto Connect
Save Settings Scan the code below to make the RF settings permanent on the reader: Save Settings Disconnecting from the Device You may force disconnection by reading the disconnect code below (The CR3 may not appear disconnected in the slave Bluetooth connection manager for 10 – 15 seconds after the command is issued). -
Page 23: Bluetooth Radio Auto Disconnect
1.7.3 - Bluetooth Radio Auto Disconnect Auto Disconnect: This feature is used when multiple CR3 units are connecting to the same Bluetooth Radio. By enabling Auto Disconnect the CR3 radio disconnects after each data transmission, allowing other radios to connect. Scan the following codes to enable or disable Auto Disconnect feature for the Bluetooth radio: Bluetooth Radio Auto Disconnect: On Bluetooth Radio Auto Disconnect: Off (Default) -
Page 24: Reader Feedback Guide
1.8 - Reader Feedback Guide The chart below shows potential icon combinations in CodeViewer™ software. Consult the chart to verify a confi guration. Possible CR3 Confi gurations RS232 Bluetooth Radio RS232 One Way Mode PS2 Keyboard Mode USB One Way Mode Bluetooth One Way Mode This mode is the standard This mode is the standard... -
Page 25: Targeting And Reading Techniques
1.9 - Targeting and Reading Techniques The CR3 utilizes digital camera technology to take a picture of a symbol. Once an image is captured, the CR3 utilizes advanced decoding algorithms to extract data from the captured image. The CR3 is available as a palm-held unit or users may purchase a handle (available in various types). The palm held unit features left and right triggers. -
Page 26: Imager Field Of View And Resolution
Hold the CR3 still - DO NOT SWIPE OR MOVE THE READER. Press the trigger until the CR3 beeps, indicating the code has been successfully decoded. The reader may be optimized to your specifi c environment by scanning codes in Chapter 2. 1.10 - Imager Field of View and Resolution The CR3’s dual fi... -
Page 27: Decode Zone
1.11 - Decode Zone Figure 1.18 C002332_09_CR3 User Manual Save Settings... -
Page 28: Attaching Handles
1.12 - Attaching Handles H1 - Handle Place the CR3 in the cradle of the handle and slide the unit back (Figure 1.18). Be careful not to place fi ngerprints on the front glass when attaching handle. Once the 8-pin DIN connector of the handle begins to enter the opening in the back of the unit, fi... -
Page 29: Reader Battery Installation
1.13 - Reader Battery Installation Attaching and Detaching the Lithium Ion Battery The CR3 can be purchased with a 1950 mAH Lithium Ion battery. To install battery, make sure the battery is in the correct position (fi gure 1.21). Place the plastic tab of the battery into the reader (fi gure 1.22). Push the battery in and slide the locking mechanism down (fi... -
Page 30: Chapter 2 - Optimization And Trigger Programming
Chapter 2 - Optimization and Trigger Programming C002332_09_CR3 User Manual - Save Settings... -
Page 31: Introduction
2.1 - Introduction The CR3 comes pre-confi gured with Dynamic Optimization Technology (DOT), a revolutionary adaptive read technique that eliminates the need to manually set most individual parameters. From the moment you turn on your CR3, you are taking full advantage of the dual path 1.3 megapixel imager, the 400 MHz pro- cessor, and DOT. -
Page 32: Global Trigger Optimization Matrix
Far Field (FF): The farthest fi eld of the CR3’s two image fi elds. The Far Field has the lowest resolution (480 x 320 DPI). It has an optimal focal point of 9” (228.6 mm) away from the lens of the reader with a 4”... -
Page 33: Left Trigger Optimization Matrix
2.3 - Left Trigger Optimization Matrix 2.4 - Left Trigger Programming Scan the following codes to set the left trigger functionality: Read Codes with Both Imagers (Default) Read with Far-Field Imager ONLY Read with Near-Field Imager ONLY Take Picture C002332_09_CR3 User Manual Save Settings... -
Page 34: Right Trigger Optimization Matrix
2.5 - Right Trigger Optimization Matrix 2.6 - Right Trigger Programming Scan the following codes to set the right trigger functionality: Read Codes with Both Imagers (Default) Read Code with Far-Field Imager ONLY Read Code with Near-Field Imager ONLY Take Picture C002332_09_CR3 User Manual - Save Settings... -
Page 35: Handle Trigger Optimization Matrix
2.7 - Handle Optimization Matrix 2.8 - Handle Trigger Programming Scan the following codes to set the handle trigger functionality: Read Codes with Both Imagers (Default) Read Code with Far-Field Imager ONLY Read Code with Near-Field Imager ONLY Take Picture C002332_09_CR3 User Manual Save Settings... -
Page 36: Continuous Trigger Optimization Matrix
2.9 - Continuous Trigger Optimization 2.10 - Continuous Scan Scan the following codes to turn continuous scanning on/off: Both Near & Far Field On Near Field Only On Far Field Only On Off (Default) Note: This function is only recommended for cabled or short term use if battery is the only power supply. -
Page 37: Continuous Scan Settings
2.11 - Continuous Scan Settings 2.11.1 - Continuous Scan - Sleep Time Out Scan one of the codes below to set the amount of time a cabled CR3 will operate in continuous scan mode before entering sleep mode: Cabled - 2 hours Cabled - Always (Default) Scan one of the codes below to set the amount of time an uncabled CR3 will operate in continuous scan mode before entering sleep mode:... -
Page 38: Chapter 3 - Cr3 Programming: Symbology Settings
Chapter 3 - CR3 Programming: Symbology Settings C002332_09_CR3 User Manual - Save Settings... -
Page 39: Introduction
3.1 - Introduction The following chapter will allow a user to change the symbology settings on the CR3. To reset the unit to factory defaults or to save the current settings please scan one of the codes below: Save Settings Reset to USB Factory Defaults Reset to PS2 Factory Defaults Bluetooth settings will not... -
Page 40: Codablock F Symbology
3.4 - Codablock F Symbology Scan the following codes to enable/disable Codablock F symbology settings: Codablock F On Codablock F Off (Default) Sample Codablock F Code Note: When Codablock F and Code 128 decoding are enabled, there is some danger of mistakenly decoding a damaged Codablock F symbol as a Code 128 symbol. -
Page 41: Code 93 Symbology
Code 39 Short Margin On Code 39 Short Margin Off (Default) Code 39 Trioptic On Code 39 Trioptic Off Sample Code 39 Code Sample Trioptic Code 39 3.7 - Code 93 Symbology Scan the following codes to enable/disable Code 93 symbology settings: Code 93 On (Default) Code 93 Off Sample Code 93 Code... -
Page 42: Composite Symbologies
3.9 - Composite Symbologies Scan the following codes to enable/disable Composite symbology settings: Composite On Composite Off (Default) 3.10 - Data Matrix Symbology Scan the following codes to enable/disable Data Matrix symbology settings: Data Matrix Rectangle On Data Matrix Rectangle Off (Default) Data Matrix Inverse On Data Matrix Inverse Off (Default) Sample Data Matrix Code... -
Page 43: Interleaved 2 Of 5 Symbology
3.12 - Interleaved 2 of 5 Symbology Scan the following codes to enable/disable Interleaved 2 of 5 symbology settings: Int 2 of 5 On (Default) Int 2 of 5 Off Int 2 of 5 Two Digits On Int 2 of 5 Two Digits Off Int 2 of 5 Four Digits On Int 2 of 5 Four Digits Off Sample Int 2 of 5 Code... -
Page 44: Matrix 2 Of 5 Symbology
3.14 - Matrix 2 of 5 Symbology Scan the following codes to enable/disable Matrix 2 of 5 symbology settings: Matrix 2 of 5 On Matrix 2 of 5 Off (Default) Matrix 2 of 5 Sample 3.15 - Micro PDF417 Symbology Scan the following codes to enable/disable micro PDF 417 symbology settings: MicroPDF417 On MicroPDF417 Off (Default) -
Page 45: Nec 2 Of 5 Symbology
3.17 - NEC 2 of 5 Symbology Scan the following codes to enable/disable NEC 2 of 5 symbology settings: NEC 2 of 5 On NEC 2 of 5 Off (Default) 3.18 - PDF 417 Symbology Scan the following codes to enable/disable PDF 417 symbology settings: PDF 417 On (Default) PDF417 Off Macro PDF 417 On... -
Page 46: Pharmacode
3.19 - Pharmacode For an explanation of Pharmacode settings and all programming codes please refer to Appendix G of the CR3 User Manual. You may download the Appendix G at: www.codecorp.com/support/usermanuals.htm 3.20 - Postal Symbologies All postal code default settings are OFF. Scan the following codes to enable the appropriate Postal sym- bology: Note: If you wish to change which Postal code is activated, you MUST fi... -
Page 47: Qr Code Symbology
3.21 - QR Code Symbology Scan the following codes to enable/disable QR Code symbology settings: QR Code On QR Code Off (Default) Enable Checksum Disable Checksum (Default) QR Code Inverse On Both Inverse and Standard On All QR On (includes Micro QR) Inverse QR and Micro QR On Sample QR Code Sample Micro QR... -
Page 48: Telepen Symbology
Sample RSS Limited Code Sample RSS 14 Code Sample RSS 14 Truncated Code Sample RSS 14 Stacked Code 3.23 - Telepen Symbology Scan the following codes to enable/disable Telepen symbology settings: Telepen On - Default Telepen Off Sample Telepen 3.24 - UPC/EAN/JAN Scan the following codes to enable/disable UPC/EAN/JAN symbology settings: UPC On (Default) UPC Off... -
Page 49: Chapter 4 - Reader Feedback And Special Settings
Chapter 4 - Reader Feedback and Special Settings C002332_09_CR3 User Manual Save Settings... -
Page 50: Volume And Vibration Settings
4.1 - Volume and Vibration Settings Scan the following codes to set vibration mode: Vibrate On / Beep On Vibrate On / Beep Off Vibrate Off / Beep On (Default) Scan the following codes to set your reader’s volume: Beep Off Beep Low Beep High (Default) Scan the following codes to set the volume for keypad button press sounds:... -
Page 51: Backlight Intensity Settings
The Readability Index is enabled by fi rst reading a CodeXML rule into the permanent CR3 Memory: Code Readability Index Rule: The reader will store the rule and reset, but will not output the Readability Index until the Readability Index Output Enable code is read. Readability Index Output Enable: Each time a data symbol is read, the index will be output, followed by a comma, (,) followed by the decoded data. -
Page 52: Backlight Timeout Settings
4.4 - Backlight Timeout Settings Scan the following codes to set the backlight settings: Backlight Off 3 seconds (Default) 6 seconds 10 seconds 4.5 - Laser Settings Scan the following codes to turn laser targeting on/off: On (Default) Scan one of the following codes to set the brightness of the CR3 laser. High (Default) Medium 4.6 - Reader Power Off Settings... -
Page 53: Reader Id And Firmware Version
4.7 - Reader ID and Firmware Version To fi nd out the Reader ID and fi rmware version, open a text editor program (i.e., Notepad, Microsoft Word, etc.) and read the following code: Reader ID and Firmware Note: For units with a Bluetooth Radio, the Reader ID is also your Bluetooth Radio PIN #. You will see a text string indicating your fi... -
Page 54: Keyboard Support
4.9 - Keyboard Support Scan the following codes to set appropriate keyboard mapping: US English (Default) US English - Leading 0 US English - ctrl + char No Leading 0 French German Japanese Universal Keyboard Custom Keyboard Requests map to be installed 4.10 - Time Stamp Settings CR3 has a battery-powered real time clock embedded in the reader. -
Page 55: Lockout Link Mode
4.11 - Lock-out Link Mode To establish a permanently linked connection between the reader and a CodeXML modem, you must fi rst scan the Reader ID and Firmware Version code (see below). Verify the modem is connected to the host and the Blue LED is on. -
Page 56: Chapter 5 - Advanced Decode Performance
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Page 57: Continuous Illumination
5.1 - Continuous Illumination Scan one of the following codes to enable continuous LED illumination. Enable Continuous Illumination Disable Continuous Illumination (Default) Note: Code recommends only using this feature with cabled units due to increased power consumption. 5.2 - Set Targeting Zone Tolerances The targeting zone is the area around the outside of the code that is viewed by the imager. -
Page 58: Windowing
5.3 - Windowing If only one size of bar code is being scanned in an application, the CR3 can be optimized to reduce processing time by adjusting the viewing frame within the fi eld of view of the image (ONLY FOR SXGA MODE). - Page 59 Users may optimize the CR3 decode zone if their application only requires one bar code format. If the size and density of the bar codes to be scanned are consistent, please select the setting below that best describes your environment (ONLY FOR SXGA MODE). 1-Dimensional Codes ONLY (1024 X 200 pixels) Caution: It may be more diffi...
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Page 60: Vga & Megapixel Settings
5.4 - VGA & Megapixel Settings User’s may optimize the CR3’s megapixel (SXGA) imager (1280 x 1024) to VGA (640 x 480). This feature is used to decrease the pixel sampling area, which will greatly increase processing speed. This is an advanced feature used for the rapid decoding of 1-dimensional/linear codes and larger module size 2- dimensional codes. -
Page 61: Chapter 6 - Adding A Prefi X Or Suffi X And Reader Text Commands
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Page 62: Prefi X Settings
6.1 - Prefi x Settings If you scan the following codes, you will lose any unsaved settings. Make sure to save settings on your reader before scanning the prefi x codes. If you scan more than one prefi x you will receive each scanned prefi... -
Page 63: Reader Text Commands
Suffi x - Tab Suffi x - Tab Suffi x - Erase / None Only Use with USB This code will Only Use with Keyboard, PS2 erase all suffi x Serial Keyboard Mode or data. Application with CodeXML Router or PS2 CodeXML Bluetooth Modem 6.3 - Erase Prefi... -
Page 64: Chapter 7 - Cr3: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
Chapter 7 - CR3: Maintenance and Troubleshooting C002332_09_CR3 User Manual - Save Settings... -
Page 65: Reset Reader To Factory Defaults
7.1 - Reset Reader to Factory Defaults Scan the following codes to reset reader: Reset to USB Factory Reset to PS/2 Factory Reset to RS232 Factory Default Settings Default Settings Default Settings Radio settings will Radio settings will Radio settings will not be reset with not be reset with not be reset with... -
Page 66: Warranty
Lithium Ion Battery - Warning: Charge the battery with Code cables ONLY. Do not open battery, dispose of in fi re, or short circuit - it may ignite, explode, leak, or get hot causing personal injury. 7.3 - Warranty Code Corporation’s Code Reader 3.0 carries a two year limited warranty as described herein. Customers may purchase a one or two year extension to this warranty. -
Page 67: Cr3 Accessories
products. Customer will pay for any pre-shipped replacement product in case it does not return the replaced product to Code within 7 days of receipt of the replacement product. The process for return and customer’s charges will be in accordance with Code’s Exchange Policy in effect at the time of the exchange. -
Page 68: Frequently Asked Questions
7.5 - Frequently Asked Questions For a complete list of Frequently Asked Questions, please visit: http://www.codecorp.com/support/faq.htm 7.6 - CR3 Maintenance The CR3 device operates effi ciently and reliably and needs only a minimum of maintenance to operate. A few tips are given below for maintenance suggestions. Cleaning the CR3 Window The CR3 window should be clean to allow the best performance of the device.
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