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English User Manual Hand-Held Scanner BCS 3800 17-21BA-0024...
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User Manual Handheld Scanner BCS 3800 Type 17-21BA-0024 ATEX Zone 1 and Zone 21 Version 1.00 Dokumenten-Nr. 11-21BA-7D0001 Status: 18. January 2010 Technical data subject to change! Contents Page English 1 - 21 Appendix EC-Declaration of Conformity GmbH Max-Eyth-Straße 16...
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Changes to the document BARTEC reserves the right to alter the contents of this document without notice. No guarantee is given for the correctness of the information. In case of doubt the German safety instructions shall apply because it is not possible to rule out errors in translation or in printing.
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Safety Handing the Product The documents are currently available in English. The product described in this manual has been tested and left the factory in perfect condition as regards meeting safety requirements. To maintain this condition and ensure that this product operates perfectly and safely, it may be used only in the manner described by the manufacturer.
Safety Safety Instructions Safety instructions and warnings are specially highlighted in this manual and marked by symbols. The safety instructions and warnings are assigned to the individual work steps. Careful handling and consistent observation of the instructions will prevent accidents, personal injuries and damage to property. The adherence to all directions and safety instructions in this manual is a precondition for safe working and the correct handling of the device.
Handheld Scanner BCS 3800 Contents System Description ........................... 1 Definition........................1 Areas of Application....................2 Technical Data............................ 3 Ex protection type....................... 3 General Data ......................3 Electrical Data ......................4 Scan Engine, Decoding Range and Bar Code Specification ........4 Product Marking ......................
User Manual System Description Definition The bar code scanning systems from BARTEC are complete systems consisting of the BCS 3800 handheld scanner and the power pack that goes with it. The handheld scanner was developed specially for use in hazardous (potentially...
Handheld Scanner BCS 3800 User Manual Areas of Application Hand-guided application in industrial and commercial areas. The type 17-21BA-0024 BCS 3800 handheld scanner is the successor model to the BCS 302 handheld scanner. This generation of explosion-proof handheld scanners works within the visible red light range. Almost all types of bar code labels can be read, e.g.
Handheld Scanner BCS 3800 User Manual Technical Data Ex protection type 17-21BA-0024/..Ex protection type (Zone 1) II 2G Ex ib IIC T4 -20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ +50 °C Ex protection type (Zone 21) II 2D ibD 21 T135 °C -20 °C ≤...
Handheld Scanner BCS 3800 User Manual Electrical Data Current consumption max. in standby approx. 60 mA mode Current consumption max. in scanning approx. 210 mA mode Scan Engine, Decoding Range and Bar Code Specification Laser diode visible red light 630 Nm Opt.
Handheld Scanner BCS 3800 User Manual Product Marking Ex Protection Type Type label Technical data subject to change without notice. Seite 5 von 21 Issue 01/2010...
Handheld Scanner BCS 3800 User Manual Laser Marking The following information is provided in compliance with EN 60825, clause 5: DEUTSCH KLASSE 1 KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT KLASSE 2 LASERLICHT NICHT IN DEN LASERSTRAHL SEHEN KLASSE 2 LASER PRODUKT ENGLISH...
Handheld Scanner BCS 3800 User Manual Mounting Notes of Handling The device is factory-sealed. Do not open it! The device may be opened in the factory only! Protect the device from impact effects! Do not expose the equipment to corrosive/aggressive liquids, vapours or mist! Take the equipment out of the...
The cable label must be attached to the housing on the connector or socket. Health and Safety Recommendations Use only accessories approved by BARTEC. All components must be dry before they may be connected to an external power supply. Danger! Technical data subject to change without notice.
Danger! Open the junction box Run the voltage supply cable and data line into the power pack. Run the 4-core shielded cable for the BCS 3800 handheld scanner into the power pack. Connect the 4-pin socket to the 4-core shielded end of the cable in accordance with the wiring diagram.
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The shielded connection cable from the handheld scanner is 2.1 m long and is Note included in the scope of supply. 4-pin socket 4-pin connector Illustration 4-1: Connection Power Pack to BCS 3800 Permissible connection cable diameters Type Ex protection type Cable diameter...
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Handheld Scanner BCS 3800 User Manual Permissible stripping length and core cross-section for terminals X1 to X13 Stripping Cross section length min. to max. Conductor cross-section rigid 9 mm 0.2 mm² to 2.5 mm² Conductor cross-section flexible 9 mm 0.2 mm² to 2.5 mm²...
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Handheld Scanner BCS 3800 User Manual Ex e junction box Terminal Designation L = AC 100V to 250 V + = DC 24 V + = DC 12 V N = neutral conductor - = minus - = minus internally connected to PE...
The BCS 3800 handheld scanner is the successor to the BCS 302 . The BCS 3800 is constructed to be 1:1 interchangeable with the BCS 3800 in terms of connection to its power packs types 17-21BB-0217 and 17-21BB-0218. The BCS 3800 programming must still be adapted to the system’s interface...
Handheld Scanner BCS 3800 User Manual Connect Terminal no. in Handheld scanner with 2.1 m Core the power pack Designation shielded 4-pin connection colour socket (terminals are cable blue) Apply equipotential Shield Shield bonding to terminal Green Blue/ Black Connection to Supply Module Type 05-0080-0378 The type 05-0080-0378 supply module is used in the POLARIS series to connect a handheld scanner.
(Scope: 1 x BCS 3800 , 1 x Connection cable, 1 x User manual and a CD with the programming manual for the BCS 3800 Software installations and adjustment possibilities: see HANDHELD Products Manual/User Guide for “3800i Industrial Handheld Linear Imager”...
Handheld Scanner BCS 3800 User Manual Make sure the handheld scanner is placed on a secure supporting surface. If the possible supporting surface such as e.g. table, trolley, stand or holder is not stable, don’t use it. Take care when laying the connection cable that it will not cause...
Handheld Scanner BCS 3800 User Manual Software Settings The scanner is set by means of pre-defined programmable codes. The original manual from HAND-HELD Products for the “Industrial Hand-Held Linear Imager 3800i” can be used for these settings. Diverse parameters can be set with the programmable codes in this manual e.g.
4.1 “Connection to the Power Pack”). Connection to the power pack Use only power packs and supply modules approved by BARTEC to supply power to the handheld scanner. The use of another power pack invalidates the permit(s) granted for this device, if the Ex technology data is not complied with, and can be dangerous.
See chapter 4.4 Connection to supply to the Polaris series. Polaris) module type 05-0080-0378 Use only power packs and supply modules approved by BARTEC to supply power to the handheld scanner. Technical data subject to change without notice. Seite 19 von 21...
Handheld Scanner BCS 3800 User Manual Maintenance, Inspection, Repair Only trained and qualified personnel may commission and do maintenance work on the Handheld Scanner! Trained qualified personnel are people who are familiar with the installation, assembly, commissioning and operation of the Handheld Scanner,...
Handheld Scanner BCS 3800 Appendix Instructions for Repairs If you wish to send in a defective device for repair, please read the RMA procedure guidance first. Then fill in and sign the RMA (Return Merchandise Authorisation) form and send it to our "Retouren Center".
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