KoamTac KDC100 User Manual
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- Page 1 KDC300 User Manua EVISION 1.77 ser M Manua a l KD C300 ebruary, , 2009 ...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
KDC300 User Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS LISTING OF FIGURES ..........................4 LISTING OF TABLES ..........................4 1. INTRODUCTION ........................... 6 2. INSTALLATION & OPERATION ......................7 2.1 KDC Package ............................7 2.2 KDC Characteristics ..........................8 2.3 Installation ............................10 Verify System Requirements ........................ 10 Affix Neck Strap to KDC ........................ - Page 3 KDC300 User Manual 4. SYNCHRONIZATION ........................... 27 4.1 Connect to KDC ..........................28 4.2 Synchronization Settings ........................29 Destination of Data ..........................30 Synchronization Methods ........................31 KDC Wedge Method ..........................32 Synchronization Options ........................33 4.3 Barcode & KDC Settings ........................34 4.4 Confirmation Settings .........................
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Page 4: Listing Of Figures
Figure 4 - Location of Scroll Buttons _____________________________________________________ 12 Figure 5 - KDC Display _______________________________________________________________ 13 Figure 6 - Reset Function for KDC200 - KDC200P - KDC300 __________________________________ 22 Figure 7 - Reset Function for KDC100 ____________________________________________________ 22 Figure 8 - Replacing KDC Battery _______________________________________________________ 23 ®... - Page 5 , or by any e lectrical or m mechanical mean ns, without pe ermission in writing from KoamTac, In nc. The mate erial in this m manual is sub bject to chan witho ut notices. K KoamTac res...
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Page 6: Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing KoamTac’s revolutionary barcode scanner and data collector. Lightweight and compact, with a user-friendly design and superior functionality, KoamTac’s KDC works in a variety of portable applications. Use it independently or as an accessory to your PC, PDA, or smartphone. To find out more about KoamTac, Inc. -
Page 7: Installation & Operation
KDC300 User Manua STAL LATI & OP PERA ATIO KDC P Packa The s standard KDC C package c contains: . One KDC C barcode da ata collector . One USB B cable . One neck k strap . One KDC C Laser Barco ode Data Co ollector CD w... -
Page 8: Kdc Characteristics
KDC. A models are similar exce pt for the KD DC100 which comes with an additiona al USB conne ector. KDC1 100 Barc code Rea der and D Data Coll lector Figure 2 - Ch haracteristics s of KDC100... - Page 9 KDC300 User Manua a l KDC20 00 - KDC2 200P - KD KDC300 Barcode R Reader a and Data Collector (KDC200 an d KDC200P) (KDC C300) Figure e 3 - Characte eristics of KD DC200 - KDC2 200P - KDC30...
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Page 10: Installation
KDC300 User Manual 2.3 Installation Verify System Requirements Prior to connecting the KDC to your computer, please verify that your system meets the minimum system requirements. Microsoft Windows XP or Vista Accessible USB port or serial port for connecting KDC to your computer Affix Neck Strap to KDC We strongly recommend attaching the neck strap to the KDC. -
Page 11: Connect Kdc To Pc
Connect KDC to PC The KDC is equipped with one ultra mini USB port. If you have the KDC100, it has two ports, Ultra Mini and standard Type A which swings out. See Figure 2 for more details. The USB port is used to upload barcode data and to charge the KDC battery. -
Page 12: Configure Kdc
Until you are familiar with configuring the KDC, it is recommended that you DO NOT modify the KDC. The KDC can be configured in three different methods which are explained in Chapter 2.5 KDC Menus, Chapter 4. Synchronization, and Appendix C – Special Barcodes (currently only available for KDC100, KDC200, and KDC200P). -
Page 13: Basic Operation
KDC300 User Manual 2.4 Basic Operation Reading Barcodes Reading a barcode is simply. Point the KDC at a barcode and press the scan button. Be sure to point the scan engine at the barcode, not at your face, making sure to position the light beam on the barcode. If the barcode is scanned successfully, you will hear one beep and the LEDs will illuminate in green. -
Page 14: Kdc Menus
KDC300 User Manual 2.5 KDC Menus Sub Menu / Option / Note Sub Menu / Option / Note Menu Option Menu Option Codabar Normal Default TxStartStop Enable/Disable Onetime Onetime Compare Mode • Check Digit DoNotVerify Continuous Continuous Compare Mode Mode •... - Page 15 KDC300 User Manual KDC 300 Menu Options – continued 0.5 to 10 seconds Scan Options Time Out 2 to36 characters Minimum Length 1 to 4 Security Level • Wedge Only Data Process • Wedge & Store • Store Only Wedge / Store •...
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Page 16: Kdc Mode Menu
KDC300 User Manual KDC Mode Menu The KDC Mode Menu has three options – Normal, Onetime, and Continuous modes. Normal: This is the default mode which provides basic barcode scanning. In Normal mode barcode data can be manipulation directly through the KDC or using KTSync® during the synchronization process. Onetime: This mode allows you to define a master barcode and then compare another barcode to the master barcode one time. -
Page 17: Scan Options Menu
KDC300 User Manual Scan Options Menu • Scan Angle: Allows you to configure the laser beam angle to the barcode. Wide is 54 and Narrow is 27 The default is Wide. • Filter: Allows you to change the Filter mode from Normal to High for poor quality barcodes. The default is Normal. -
Page 18: Data Process Menu
KDC300 User Manual Data Process Menu Wedge/Store - The KDC provides five modes of data transmission in keyboard wedging mode. • Wedge Only: Barcode data is NOT stored in memory but transmitted to the host. • Wedge & Store Only: Barcode data is stored in memory and transmitted to the host. •... -
Page 19: Bluetooth Menu - Kdc200 / Kdc200P / Kdc300
KDC300 User Manual Bluetooth Menu - KDC200 / KDC200P / KDC300 The KDC supports Bluetooth, a robust wireless protocol that allows connectivity between a Bluetooth enabled KDC and a Microsoft compatible host device running a Bluetooth environment. Before utilizing the advantages of Bluetooth functionality with the KDC, you should become familiar with Bluetooth connectivity and its impact on your host environment. -
Page 20: System Menu
KDC300 User Manual System Menu • Memory Status: Checks the number of stored barcodes and memory usage. • Reset Memory: Resets KDC memory by erasing all stored barcodes. • Sleep Timeout: Sets amount of time KDC waits, when not being used, before going to sleep. •... -
Page 21: Led Status
KDC300 User Manual 2.6 LED Status LED Color Status Successful Reading Green USB is connected and battery is fully charged Low battery Orange USB is connected and battery is charging No reading Empty battery Table 5 - Explanation of LEDs 2.7 Empty Battery The KDC will display the message Empty Battery Connect USB when the battery is empty. -
Page 22: Reset Feature
To reset the KDC, follow these steps. Connect the KDC to your PC. • KDC100 - Connect to your PC directly using the swing out, Type A USB connector. Figure 7 - Reset Function for KDC100 • KDC200 / KDC200P / KDC300 - Connect to your PC using the included cable,... -
Page 23: Replace Battery
KDC300 User Manual 2.10 Replace Battery The KDC battery has a lifetime of at least 300 charges. However, when the battery is no longer chargeable, it needs to be replaced. You can purchase a replacement battery from your distributor. The steps for replacing the battery are as follows. -
Page 24: Bluetooth - Kdc200 / Kdc200P / Kdc300
KDC300 User Manual 3. BLUETOOTH - KDC200 / KDC200P / KDC300 The KDC supports a generic Bluetooth COM port and is compatible with following Bluetooth stacks. However, the KDC supports SPP (Serial Port Profile) and may support other Bluetooth stacks than those listed below. -
Page 25: Auto Connect
KDC300 User Manual 3.2 Auto Connect This feature allows the KDC to connect automatically to the host device when the KDC is powered on. IMPORTANT: Until the host device and KDC have been fully tested, it is strongly recommended that this feature be Disabled because a host device that does not support this feature can cause problems such as power loss or upload delays. -
Page 26: Beep Warning
KDC300 User Manual 3.5 Beep Warning The KDC beeps to acknowledge the status of the Bluetooth connection as follows: 1. One (1) high short beep when Bluetooth is connected. 2. One (1) low short when Bluetooth is disconnected. 3. Five (5) short beeps if: •... -
Page 27: Synchronization
KDC300 User Manual 4. SYNCHRONIZATION ® When barcode data is collected, it must be uploaded to your application. KTSync , which is bundled with the KDC, is software that allows barcode data to be uploaded to any PC, PDA, or smartphone running Windows XP, Vista, or Mobile 5.0+. -
Page 28: Connect To Kdc
KDC300 User Manual 4.1 Connect to KDC The KDC connects to a COM port automatically when connected to your PC’s USB port. After the port is ® assigned, you must manually assign the KDC to its assigned COM port in KTSync . -
Page 29: Synchronization Settings
KDC300 User Manual 4.2 Synchronization Settings The KDC Menus provides several synchronization options for synchronizing host devices such as your PC, ® PDA, or smartphone. KTSync is included with the KDC for synchronizing host devices running Windows XP, Vista, or Mobile 5.0+. You can also configure various Synchronization and Keyboard Emulation functions in the Synchronization Settings option. -
Page 30: Destination Of Data
KDC300 User Manual Destination of Data When barcode data is uploaded to the host device, you must assign a destination for the data. Destination of Data options include: File - This option means data will be saved in the assigned filename. You can select a different target directory by clicking the New icon. -
Page 31: Synchronization Methods
KDC300 User Manual Synchronization Methods Fast Synchronization in Burst Mode The KDC can synchronize data to a host device in Burst mode or Handshake mode. Burst mode provides the fastest synchronization process when the Destination of Data option is set to File. Clear KDC Memory after Synchronization The stored barcode data is cleared from the KDC memory after synchronization if this option is selected. -
Page 32: Kdc Wedge Method
KDC300 User Manual KDC Wedge Method The KDC can be configured in one of five Wedge/Store modes - • Wedge Only - Scanned data is transmitted to the host. The KDC does not store scanned data. • Wedge & Store - Scanned data is stored in the KDC and transmitted to the host. •... -
Page 33: Synchronization Options
KDC300 User Manual Synchronization Options Synchronize KDC Time with PC Time when Connected This option enables you to synchronize the KDC date and time with host device date and time. Synchronization of date and time occurs after the data is uploaded to the host device. Delays You can set transmission delays between barcodes and characters during the synchronization process. -
Page 34: Barcode & Kdc Settings
KDC300 User Manual 4.3 Barcode & KDC Settings ® KTSync allows you to configure the KDC Scan Options and Barcode Settings. The configurations options ® for the KDC using KTSync are similar to the Set Barcodes, Code Options, and Scan Options on the KDC Menu. -
Page 35: Figure 12 - Ktsync ® Barcode, Symbologies, And Scan Options
KDC300 User Manual ® Figure 12 - KTSync Barcode, Symbologies, and Scan Options... -
Page 36: Confirmation Settings
KDC300 User Manual 4.4 Confirmation Settings The Confirmation Settings window will display. If you want to confirm an Auto Connection or Auto Synchronization, this window will pop up. ® Figure 13 - KTSync Confirmation Settings... -
Page 37: Master - Slave Barcode Compare
KDC300 User Manual 5. Master - Slave Barcode Compare The KDC Mode Menu supports two applications for collecting data, Normal mode and Master-Slave Barcode Compare mode. In the Master-Slave mode, a master barcode is defined then compared to slave barcodes. The specific modes are described below. -
Page 38: Troubleshooting
Move scanner farther from the barcode • Incorrect angle Change the angle of scanner to barcode • Failed reading Symbology Contact KoamTac - www.koamtac.com not supported for possibility of custom symbology support • Scan options Check scan option settings •... -
Page 39: Warranty
KoamTac will not be liable in cases (i) in which the unit has been repaired or altered unless done or approved by KoamTac, (ii) in which the unit has not been maintained in accordance with any... -
Page 40: Contact Information
KDC300 0 User Manu u al 8. C T IN RMAT TION CORPO RATE HEA ADQUARTE 116 Vil lage Bouleva ard, Suite 20 Princeton, NJ J 08540 PH: 609-72 24-4335 FA AX: 609-228 8-437 email : admin@ko oamtac.com or more inf formation, visit our w website - ww... -
Page 41: Appendix A - Barcode & Scan Options
A.1 Symbologies KoamTac’s KDC products support most major barcode symbologies including 1D, 2D, Postal, and OCR- Fonts. Below is a list of the barcode symbologies supported by the KDC with respect to each models particular area of support. To ensure superior scan performance, remember to select only the required symbologies. -
Page 42: Appendix B - Faq
Appendix B – FAQ B.1 Symbology Q: What barcode symbologies are supported by the KDC300? A: The KDC300 supports most major 1D, 2D barcode symbologies and OCR. KDC300 KDC100 / KDC 200 / KDC200P 2D Barcodes 1D Barcodes EAN13 AztecCode, AztecRunes, CodablockF, Code16K,... -
Page 43: Host Interface
, and Palm devices? ® ® A: KTSync supports devices running Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, and Mobile5.0+. Applications for Blackberry, Symbian, Apple, Palm, and others can be developed using KoamTac’s software development kit. Contact KoamTac if you are interested in our SDK. -
Page 44: Programming
2009. Q: Does KoamTac provide customization services for the KDC300? A: Yes. Custom applications or projects can be developed by KoamTac engineers. This service is provided as an additional fee to KoamTac. For more information regarding this service, please contact KoamTac. -
Page 45: Index
EAN13 ......64, 65 View ........16 Option ..15, 17, 50, 56, 64 EAN8 ......64, 65 Order ........56 Website ....See Koamtac Factory ......... 15 Pairing ........15 Wedge ...... 15, 18, 55 Factory Default ..... 20 PDA ......
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