Communications: Irda; Communications: Bluetooth; Using The Magnetic Card Reader - Extech Instruments S3500THS User Manual

3.4 Infrared Communications (IrDA):
Dip Switch #1 must be in the <ON> position
The printer can be powered up by pressing the power <On/Off> switch
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" up
and print the requested data
Pressing the power switch again will turn the printer <OFF>.
3.5 Bluetooth Communications (Option):
Dip Switch #1 must be in the <OFF> position
Typically Dip switch #3 and 4 are set in the <ON> position to select a 19,200
Baud rate and Odd Parity bit
Note: Adjust settings to match those of the Bluetooth module in your
computing device
The printer can be powered up by pressing the power <On/Off> switch
When powered up in Bluetooth mode, the printer will not enter a "sleep"
mode and will remain active waiting for the wireless print command
Pressing the power <On/Off> switch again will turn the printer <OFF>.
Note: In Bluetooth mode it is necessary for the mobile computing device
you are using to discover the printer and the printer needs to be set as a
favorite. Refer to 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 Using the Magnetic Stripe Reader:
The Magnetic Card Reader is a factory-installed option. This option requires
special application software to read and process cards with a magnetic stripe,
such as credit cards or driver's license
Note: Refer to the Figure 4 if your printer is equipped with the optional
magnetic stripe reader
Quickly swipe the card through the reader either left to right or right to left.
The magnetic stripe must be facing toward the paper supply door as
indicated below while it is passed through the reader
Refer to Table 4 for the description of the LED indicator Status.
LED indicator
Green
Red
State
ON
OFF
ON
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Status
Ready/waiting for card to be swiped.
Good swipe - Card data read
Card not ready to be swiped.
Error reading card's data.
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