Infrared Communications (Irda); Bluetooth And 802.11G Communications; Magnetic Strip Reader - Extech Instruments APEX 2 User Manual

3.4 Infrared Communications (IrDA)

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Dip Switch #1 must be in the <ON> position and Dip Switch #2 must be in the
<OFF> position.
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The printer can be powered ON by pressing the power <ON/OFF> switch.
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If no IrDA connection is made, the printer will automatically power down to a lower
power level to conserve battery life. It will remain in a "sleep" mode until an IrDA
connection is made, at which time the printer will "wake" and print the requested
data.
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Pressing the power switch again will turn the printer <OFF>.

3.5 Bluetooth and 802.11g Communications

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Bluetooth and 802.11g operation:
Dip Switch #1 must be in the <OFF> position.
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Dip Switch #2 must be in the <ON> position.
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Note: Adjust baud rate settings to match those of the BT or 802.11b module in your computing
device.
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The printer can be powered ON by pressing the power <ON/OFF> switch.
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Pressing the power <ON/OFF> switch again will turn the printer <OFF>.
Note: It is necessary for the mobile computing device you are using to discover the printer.
Refer to the instructions provided by the systems integrator.
Note: Systems Integrators: Refer to the Bluetooth manual provided with your mobile computer
and the Bluetooth section of the Developer's Manual available for this printer.

3.6 Magnetic Strip Reader

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The Magnetic Card Reader is a factory-installed option. This option requires special
application software to read and process cards with a magnetic strip, such as credit
cards or driver's licenses
Note: Refer to
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Quickly swipe the card through the reader either left to right or right to left. The
magnetic strip must be facing the paper supply door as indicated below while it is
passed through the reader.
APEX2 User's Guide
Figure 1 for location of optional magnetic strip reader.
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