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The ASP Portable BCR is designed and built in Australia by:
(ASP Microcomputers is a division of Grayline Holdings Pty. Ltd,. ACN 004 940 729)
Manual revised: May 26
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ASP Microcomputers
456 North Road,
Ormond, Victoria, 3148
Australia
Telephone: (03) 9578-7600
FAX: (03) 9578-7727
email: solutions@asp.com.au
World Wide Web: http://www.asp.com.au
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, 1998
Copyright © 1998 by ASP Microcomputers

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  • Page 1 Ormond, Victoria, 3148 Australia Telephone: (03) 9578-7600 FAX: (03) 9578-7727 email: solutions@asp.com.au World Wide Web: http://www.asp.com.au (ASP Microcomputers is a division of Grayline Holdings Pty. Ltd,. ACN 004 940 729) Manual revised: May 26 , 1998 Copyright © 1998 by ASP Microcomputers...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Barcode Scans....................5 Keyboard Entries ..................... 5 Use of the Comma Key..................6 Editing Data ..................... 6 Care of your Portable BCR................7 Troubleshooting....................7 Setting Up Your Portable Barcode Reader ............. 8 Operation with the IBM-PC XT, AT or PS/2..........9 RS-232 Operation ....................

  • Page 5: Asp Portable Barcode Reader

    Interleaved 2-of-5 and ITF-14 barcode symbols (See page 17 of this manual for details). The Portable BCR has 32k of battery backed-up memory and a 2 line alpha- numeric display. A Clock/Calendar for time and date stamping of data is...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    ASP Portable Barcode Reader Getting Started If your Portable BCR has not been set up for your computer, we suggest you quickly read this section, with particular attention to Barcode Types on page 17 (to identify the type you are to use if not known) and The Keypad on page 5 so that you will be able to follow the set up instructions.

  • Page 7: Using The Wand

    The ASP Wand/2000 should operate properly over a tilt angle of 0 to 30 degrees, with the tilt from front to back and not from side to side. When scanning a barcode symbol, you should move your hand and forearm in the direction of the scan without twisting your wrist.

  • Page 8: Scanning Hints

    • The use of protective clear tape over the label will prolong the useful life of the symbol. ASP's Portable BCR has been designed to provide a high first read rate when a good symbol is scanned. A low first read rate is normally caused by either a...

  • Page 9: The Keypad

    ASP Portable Barcode Reader The Keypad The keyboard of the Portable Barcode Reader contains two shift keys; a GOLD key and a SILVER key. These shift keys are used to access the gold and silver characters shown on each key.

  • Page 10: Use Of The Comma Key

    ASP Portable Barcode Reader Use of the Comma Key The comma key can be used to delimit data fields. In the normal course, scanning a barcode representing A1000 followed by typing 10 ENTER on the keyboard would produce in memory:...

  • Page 11: Care Of Your Portable Bcr

    If yours doesn't, you should check all plugs and cables. If it still doesn't work, contact your dealer for advice. • Is the wand securely connected to the Portable BCR? Press the "push to read" switch and look down the barrel of the wand. Is the red light visible? If not, then turn the power off and unplug the wand.

  • Page 12: Setting Up Your Portable Barcode Reader

    ASP Portable Barcode Reader Setting Up Your Portable Barcode Reader Before you can start using your Portable BCR, it must be configured to suit your setup. The most important configuration options are the barcode type, which is set using Function 01, and output emulation, which is set using Function 02.

  • Page 13: Operation With The Ibm-Pc Xt, At Or Ps/2

    To connect your Portable BCR to your computer, ensure that both the computer and the Portable BCR are turned off. Unplug the keyboard from the rear of the computer and plug it into the outside connector on the Home Base (labelled KEYBOARD).

  • Page 14: Configuration Functions

    BCR's battery-backed memory, and remain in effect even if the power is turned off. As delivered, the Portable BCR may not be set up correctly for your computer or software, so you should check the suitability of settings when you first receive your unit, and configure it as required.
  • Page 15 If this happens, you should contact ASP or your dealer, who will lead you through a complicated set of steps that will allow the forgotten password to be determined.
  • Page 16 2:06 PM is entered as 14,06,00.). To keep the currently set time or date, just press the ENTER key instead of a new date or time. Note that this function can work only if the Portable BCR is fitted with the extra- cost clock/calendar option.

  • Page 17: Test And Diagnostic Functions

    Under certain conditions, this information may not be available. 30 Lists the loaded custom program to the computer. 31 Exits from a custom program, and restores the Portable BCR to normal mode. The custom program can be restarted by using Function 32, or by turning the power off then on again.

  • Page 18: Technical Information

    The video terminal or computer to which the Portable BCR is connected may not be able to accept data at all times. The Portable BCR always checks the CTS signal (Clear To Send, pin 4) before sending any data, and if the CTS signal is turned off, the BCR will not transmit the data.

  • Page 19: Asp Y Cable Assembly

    Portable BCR contains a special combining circuit which allows input to the computer to come from either the Portable BCR or the video terminal. A suitable 'Y' cable is available from ASP or your dealer, or can be made as described below.

  • Page 20: Pcs With Non-Standard Keyboards

    ASP has written a software driver called ASPKey, which "connects" an RS-232 port to the keyboard buffer in software, allowing the Portable BCR to be connected to a problem computer via an RS-232 port. Full documentation of the ASPKey driver is provided when you purchase ASPKey, but cable details are provided below for completeness.

  • Page 21: Barcode Types

    ASP Portable Barcode Reader Barcode Types Product Codes - UPC, EAN and APN UPC (Universal Product Code), EAN (European Article Number) and APN (Australian Product Number) codes are compatible article numbering systems used for consumer products sold in retail outlets. Product codes are numeric only, and are assigned to manufacturers by a national organisation.

  • Page 22: Printing Barcode Labels

    095 = _ 127 = DEL When the IBM AT or PS/2 keyboard interface is selected, the Portable BCR is able to output the codes for Function Keys 1 through 10, the arrow keys, and the Pg Up and Pg Dn keys, using the character numbers detailed below:...

  • Page 23: Warranty

    ASP Barcode Decoder and Home Base, and for a period of one year from the date of purchase in respect of the ASP Wand and battery pack.

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