1663 Barcode Scanner

Setup barcodes included.

Version 1.09
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IMPORTANT NOTICES

FOR USA

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

FOR CANADA

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled
"Digital Apparatus," ICES-003 of Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Cet appareil numerique respecte les limites de bruits radioelectriques applicables aux
appareils numeriques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le material brouilleur:
"Appareils Numeriques," NMB-003 edictee par l'Industrie.
FOR HAND-HELD PRODUCT WITH RF FUNCTIONS

The 1663 unit (FCC ID: Q3N-1663) complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth
for uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure
Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. The unit has very low level of RF energy that it is
deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).

The 3610 unit (FCC ID: Q3N-3610) complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator & body. It only operated in hand-held
used. If only transfer data to the host cordless, please keep the minimum distance 20 cm
between machine & body.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.

DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

 The use of any batteries or charging devices, which are not originally sold or
manufactured by CipherLab, will void your warranty and may cause damage to
human body or the product itself.
 DO NOT disassemble, incinerate or short circuit the battery.
 DO NOT expose the scanner or the battery to any flammable sources.
 For green-environment issue, it's important that batteries should be recycled in a
proper way.
 Under no circumstances, internal components are self-serviceable.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

 Use a clean cloth to wipe dust off the scanning window and the body of the scanner
as well as the charging device. DO NOT use/mix any bleach or cleaner.
 If you want to put away the scanner for a period of time, download the collected data
to a host computer when in the memory mode, and then take out the battery. Store
the scanner and battery separately.
 When the scanner resumes its work, make sure the battery is fully charged before
use.
 Keep the scanner away from any magnets and magnetic fields to prevent the laser
engine from malfunctioning.
 If you shall find the scanner malfunctioning, write down the specific scenario and
consult your local sales representative.
RELEASE NOTES

Version Date Notes

1.09 Feb. 22, 2018  Modified: 2.1.6/2.4.5/2.6.5 HID Character Transmit Mode –
default by character
 New: 2.1.12 Control Character Output (Windows only)
 New: 2.4.8 USB Polling Interval (for USB HID via 3610)
 New: 2.4.9 Control Character Output (Windows only)
 New: 2.6.8 Control Character Output (Windows only)
1.08 Oct. 16, 2017  Modified : Ch. 4 – disable/enable all symbologies setting barcodes
added
 New: 4.5.6 Asterisks (*) as Data Characters
 Modified: 5.4.1 Select Pre-defined Code ID – “?: No check
character validation” in the modifier character table for Code 11
1.07 Jul. 19, 2017  Modified: Symbology Supported – Trioptic Code 39, Code 11
setting barcodes added
 Modified: 2.1.6 HID Character Transmit Mode - set "By
Character" to default
 Modified: 2.1.9 BT HID Transmit Speed - set "Fast" to default
 Modified: 3.2.4 Secure Simple Pairing - set "Enable" to default
 New: 4.2.5/4.3.5/4.4.5 – Code 25 Security Level
 Modified: 4.5.5 – set “Normal” (Code 39 security level) to default
 New: 4.6 Trioptic Code 39
 Modified: 4.8.1 – set “Normal” (Code 128 security level) to default
 Modified: 4.10.4 – set “Normal” (EAN-13 security level) to default
 Modified: 4.17.7 – set “Normal” (GS1 DataBar security level) to
default
 New: 4.21 Code 11
 Modified: 5.2.2 Symbologies for Character Substitution (All 3
Sets) – Trioptic Code 39, Code 11 setting barcodes added
 Modified: 5.4.1 Select Pre-defined Code ID – Apply AIM Code ID
setting barcode and modifier character table added
 Modified: 5.4.2 Change Code ID – Trioptic Code 39, Code 11
setting barcodes added
 Modified: 5.5 Length Code – Trioptic Code 39, Code 11 setting
barcodes added
 Modified: 6.3.1 Applicable Code Type – Trioptic Code 39, Code 11
setting barcodes added
1.06 Nov. 04, 2016  Modified: 2.3.1 – a single 1D barcode for connecting to a target
device added
 New: 2.4.7 USB HID via 3610 Auto-Reconnection
 New: 2.5.2 Activate USB Virtual COM_CDC
 New: 2.5.5 USB Virtual COM/COM_CDC via 3610
Auto-Reconnection
 Modified: 3.1.1 – a single 1D barcode for connecting to a target
device added
 New: 3.2.4 Secure Simple Pairing (SSP) (2.1.9 Simple Pairing for
iPhone/iPad removed)
 New: 4.16.7 GS1 DataBar Security Level
 Modified: Appendix V Keyboard Type One-Scan Barcode
1.05 Jul. 24, 2015  New: 2.2.4 – BT SPP Slave Hardware Flow Control
 New: 2.3.5 – BT SPP Master Hardware Flow Control
 New: 2.3.6 – BT SPP Master Auto-Reconnection
 Modified: descriptions for CD-ROM removed
1.04 May 18, 2015  Modified: Appendix II – #@RDVER command added
1.03 May 19, 2014  Modified: Care & Maintenance – “Keep the scanner away from any
magnets and magnetic fields to prevent the laser engine from
malfunctioning.” added
 New: 1.1.2 – Enable/Disable the [Delete] key barcodes added
 New: 1.18 – Serial Number Stamp
 New: 1.18.1 – Separator between Serial Number and Data
 New: 2.1.11 – BT HID Slave/Master Switching
 New: 2.1.12 – BT HID Auto-Reconnection
 New: 2.6.7 – USB Polling Interval
 Modified: 3.2.2 – Changing device name barcode added
 New: 4.8.3 – Conversion format
 New: 4.10.3 – GS1 Formatting, Application ID Mark
 Modified: 4.16.2 – GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional conditions added
 Modified: 4.16.3 – GS1 DataBar Expanded conditions added
 Modified: 4.16.4 – GS1 DataBar Limited conditions added
 New: 4.16.5 – Field Separator (GS Character)
 New: 4.16.6 – GS1 Formatting, Application ID Mark
 Modified: Appendix II – ShowScanner, SelectScannerN added
 Modified: Appendix III – remove “Send” from “CR*/Send/ENTER*”
1.02 Sep. 23, 2013 New: 1.17.3 Disable Hardware Reset (setting barcodes)
New: 4.11.1 ISBT Concatenation (setting barcodes)
New: Appendix II Host Serial Commands - #@BEEP,xx, #@RLED,xx,
#@GLED,xx, #@VIBR,xx commands added
1.01 Apr. 17, 2013 New: 2.1.10 – Transmit Speed setup barcodes (BT HID)
Modificatiion: Specifications – Scan Rate (scans/second) added
1.00 Dec. 25, 2012 Initial release
CONTENTS

IMPORTANT NOTICES ........................................................................................................- 3 -

For USA........................................................................................................................................ - 3 -
For Canada ................................................................................................................................. - 3 -
For Hand-held Product with RF Functions ...................................................................... - 4 -
Safety Precautions .................................................................................................................. - 4 -
Care & Maintenance................................................................................................................ - 4 -
RELEASE NOTES ....................................................................................................................- 5 -

INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................ 1
Get Familiarized with 1663 and 3610.................................................................................. 2
Install the Battery into 1663.............................................................................................. 2
Charge the Battery ................................................................................................................ 3
Charge the Battery via Charger ........................................................................................ 4
Use 3610 .................................................................................................................................... 5
Inside the Package ...................................................................................................................... 6
Product Highlights ....................................................................................................................... 6
Symbologies Supported ............................................................................................................ 7
QUICK START............................................................................................................................. 9
Enter Configuration Mode....................................................................................................... 11
Exit Configuration Mode .......................................................................................................... 11
Default Settings ......................................................................................................................... 12
Save User Settings as Defaults ....................................................................................... 12
Restore User Defaults ......................................................................................................... 12
Restore System Defaults ................................................................................................... 12
Read a Setup Barcode ............................................................................................................. 13
Configure Parameters ......................................................................................................... 13
List the Current Settings ................................................................................................... 17
Create One-Scan Setup Barcodes ....................................................................................... 19
UNDERSTANDING THE BARCODE SCANNER ............................................................ 21
1.1 Battery ................................................................................................................................... 21
1.1.1 Power Level................................................................................................................. 22
1.1.2 How to Operate the Scanner................................................................................ 22
1.1.3 Auto Power Off & Power-Saving ......................................................................... 23
1.2 Memory .................................................................................................................................. 26
1.2.1 Transmit Buffer ......................................................................................................... 26
1.2.2 Memory Mode............................................................................................................. 26
1.2.3 Free Memory .............................................................................................................. 28
1.3 LED Indicator ....................................................................................................................... 29
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1.3.1 Good Read LED.......................................................................................................... 30

1.3.2 Good Read LED Duration ....................................................................................... 30
1.4 Beeper .................................................................................................................................... 31
1.4.1 Beeper Volume .......................................................................................................... 32
1.4.2 Good Read Beep ....................................................................................................... 33
1.4.3 Low Battery Alarm ................................................................................................... 34
1.5 Vibrator .................................................................................................................................. 34
1.5.1 Good Read Vibrator ................................................................................................. 34
1.5.2 Good Read Vibrator Duration............................................................................... 34
1.6 Send “NR” to Host ............................................................................................................. 35
1.7 Scan Modes .......................................................................................................................... 36
1.7.1 Continuous Mode ...................................................................................................... 37
1.7.2 Test Mode .................................................................................................................... 37
1.7.3 Laser Mode .................................................................................................................. 38
1.7.4 Auto Off Mode ............................................................................................................ 38
1.7.5 Auto Power Off Mode .............................................................................................. 38
1.7.6 Alternate Mode .......................................................................................................... 39
1.7.7 Aiming Mode ............................................................................................................... 39
1.7.8 Multi-Barcode Mode ................................................................................................. 40
1.8 Scanning Timeout .............................................................................................................. 41
1.9 Delay between Re-read ................................................................................................... 42
1.10 Read Redundancy for All Symblogies ...................................................................... 43
1.11 Addon Security for UPC/EAN Barcodes................................................................... 44
1.12 Negative Barcodes .......................................................................................................... 44
1.13 Effective Decoding Area................................................................................................ 45
1.13.1 Positioning Window ............................................................................................... 45
1.13.2 Adjusting Window .................................................................................................. 46
1.14 Use Direct USB Cable .................................................................................................... 47
1.14.1 Direct USB Interface ............................................................................................. 47
1.14.2 Disable Direct USB Interface ............................................................................. 47
1.15 Pager Beep Duration ...................................................................................................... 48
1.16 Time Stamp ....................................................................................................................... 49
1.16.1 Date and Time Settings ....................................................................................... 49
1.16.2 Separator for Date and Time ............................................................................. 51
1.16.3 Date Format ............................................................................................................. 52
1.17 Hardware Reset ............................................................................................................... 53
1.17.1 Restore System Defaults..................................................................................... 53
1.17.2 Reset Connection ................................................................................................... 53
1.17.3 Disable Hardware Reset ...................................................................................... 53
1.18 Serial Number Stamp .................................................................................................... 54
1.18.1 Separator between Serial Number Stamp and Data ................................ 54
SELECTING OUTPUT INTERFACE ................................................................................... 55
2.1 Bluetooth® HID ................................................................................................................... 56
2.1.1 Activate Bluetooth® HID & Select Keyboard Type ....................................... 57
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2.1.2 Reset Connection ...................................................................................................... 58

2.1.3 Keyboard Settings .................................................................................................... 59
2.1.4 Inter-Character Delay ............................................................................................. 64
2.1.5 Inter-Function Delay ............................................................................................... 65
2.1.6 HID Character Transmit Mode ............................................................................. 65
2.1.7 Special Keyboard Feature ..................................................................................... 66
2.1.8 Keypad Support for iPhone/iPad......................................................................... 66
2.1.9 Transmit Speed ......................................................................................................... 67
2.1.10 BT HID Slave/Master Switching ....................................................................... 68
2.1.11 BT HID Auto-Reconnection................................................................................. 68
2.1.12 Control Character Output (Windows only) ................................................... 68
2.2 Bluetooth® SPP Slave ....................................................................................................... 69
2.2.1 Activate Bluetooth® SPP Slave Mode ................................................................ 69
2.2.2 Inter-Function Delay ............................................................................................... 69
2.2.3 ACK/NAK Timeout .................................................................................................... 70
2.2.4 BT SPP Slave Hardware Flow Control ............................................................... 70
2.3 Bluetooth® SPP Master .................................................................................................... 71
2.3.1 Activate Bluetooth® SPP Master Mode ............................................................. 71
2.3.2 Inter-Function Delay ............................................................................................... 72
2.3.3 ACK/NAK Timeout .................................................................................................... 73
2.3.4 Switch between Master/Slave Mode ................................................................. 74
2.3.5 BT SPP Master Hardware Flow Control............................................................. 74
2.3.6 BT SPP Master Auto-Reconnection .................................................................... 74
2.4 USB HID via 3610 ............................................................................................................. 75
2.4.1 Activate USB HID & Select Keyboard Type .................................................... 76
2.4.2 Keyboard Settings .................................................................................................... 77
2.4.3 Inter-Character Delay ............................................................................................. 82
2.4.4 Inter-Function Delay ............................................................................................... 83
2.4.5 HID Character Transmit Mode ............................................................................. 83
2.4.6 Special Keyboard Feature ..................................................................................... 83
2.4.7 USB HID via 3610 Auto-Reconnection ............................................................. 84
2.4.8 USB Polling Interval................................................................................................. 84
2.4.9 Control Character Output (Windows only) ..................................................... 84
2.5 USB Virtual COM via 3610 ............................................................................................. 85
2.5.1 Activate USB Virtual COM...................................................................................... 85
2.5.2 Activate USB Virtual COM_CDC .......................................................................... 85
2.5.3 Inter-Function Delay ............................................................................................... 85
2.5.4 ACK/NAK Timeout .................................................................................................... 86
2.5.5 USB Virtual COM/COM_CDC via 3610 Auto-Reconnection ....................... 87
2.6 Direct USB HID ................................................................................................................... 88
2.6.1 Activate USB HID & Select Keyboard Type .................................................... 89
2.6.2 Keyboard Settings .................................................................................................... 90
2.6.3 Inter-Character Delay ............................................................................................. 95
2.6.4 Inter-Function Delay ............................................................................................... 96
2.6.5 HID Character Transmit Mode ............................................................................. 96
2.6.6 Special Keyboard Feature ..................................................................................... 97
2.6.7 USB polling Interval................................................................................................. 97
2.6.8 Control Character Output (Windows only) ..................................................... 98
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2.7 Direct USB Virtual COM ................................................................................................... 99

2.7.1 Activate USB Virtual COM...................................................................................... 99
2.7.2 Avtivate USB Virtual COM_CDC .......................................................................... 99
2.7.3 Inter-Function Delay ............................................................................................... 99
2.7.3 ACK/NAK Timeout ..................................................................................................100
SET UP A WPAN CONNECTION...................................................................................... 101
3.1 Connecting via 3610.......................................................................................................102
3.1.1 Connect to 3610 .....................................................................................................102
3.1.2 Change Interface ....................................................................................................103
3.2 Connecting via Bluetooth® Dongle............................................................................104
3.2.1 Change Interface ....................................................................................................104
3.2.2 Configure Related Settings .................................................................................105
3.2.3 Connect to Dongle ..................................................................................................109
3.2.4 Secure Simple Pairing (SSP) ..............................................................................116
CHANGE SYMBOLOGY SETTINGS ................................................................................. 117
4.1 Codabar ...............................................................................................................................118
4.1.1 Codabar Security Level ........................................................................................118
4.1.2 Start/Stop Characters Selection .......................................................................118
4.1.3 Start/Stop Transmission ......................................................................................119
4.1.4 CLSI Conversion......................................................................................................119
4.2 Code 25 – Industrial 25 ................................................................................................120
4.2.1 Start/Stop Pattern Selection ..............................................................................120
4.2.2 Verify Check Digit ...................................................................................................121
4.2.3 Transmit Check Digit .............................................................................................121
4.2.4 Code Length Qualification ...................................................................................122
4.2.5 Security Level ..........................................................................................................123
4.3 Code 25 – Interleaved 25 ............................................................................................123
4.3.1 Start/Stop Pattern Selection ..............................................................................123
4.3.2 Verify Check Digit ...................................................................................................124
4.3.3 Transmit Check Digit .............................................................................................124
4.3.4 Code Length Qualification ...................................................................................125
4.3.5 Security Level ..........................................................................................................125
4.4 Code 25 – Matrix 25 .......................................................................................................126
4.4.1 Start/Stop Pattern Selection ..............................................................................126
4.4.2 Verify Check Digit ...................................................................................................127
4.4.3 Transmit Check Digit .............................................................................................127
4.4.4 Code Length Qualification ...................................................................................128
4.4.5 Security Level ..........................................................................................................128
4.5 Code 39 ...............................................................................................................................129
4.5.1 Start/Stop Transmission ......................................................................................129
4.5.2 Verify Check Digit ...................................................................................................129
4.5.3 Transmit Check Digit .............................................................................................129
4.5.4 Standard/Full ASCII Code 39.............................................................................130
4.5.5 Code 39 Security Level ........................................................................................130
4.5.6 Asterisks (*) as Data Characters .....................................................................130
4.6 Trioptic Code 39 ...............................................................................................................131
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4.7 Code 93 ...............................................................................................................................131

4.8 Code 128 .............................................................................................................................131
4.8.1 Code 128 Security Level ......................................................................................131
4.9 EAN-8 ...................................................................................................................................132
4.9.1 Convert to EAN-13 .................................................................................................133
4.9.2 Transmit Check Digit .............................................................................................133
4.9.3 Conversion Format .................................................................................................133
4.10 EAN-13 ..............................................................................................................................134
4.10.1 ISBN Conversion ..................................................................................................135
4.10.2 ISSN Conversion ..................................................................................................135
4.10.3 Transmit Check Digit ..........................................................................................135
4.10.4 EAN-13 Security Level .......................................................................................136
4.11 GS1-128 (EAN-128) .....................................................................................................137
4.11.1 Code ID Transmission ........................................................................................137
4.11.2 Field Separator (GS Character) ......................................................................137
4.11.3 GS1 Formatting ....................................................................................................138
4.12 ISBT 128...........................................................................................................................139
4.12.1 ISBT Concatenation ............................................................................................139
4.13 MSI .....................................................................................................................................140
4.13.1 Verify Check Digit ................................................................................................140
4.13.2 Transmit Check Digit ..........................................................................................140
4.13.3 Code Length Qualification .................................................................................141
4.14 French Pharmacode ......................................................................................................142
4.14.1 Transmit Check Digit ..........................................................................................142
4.15 Italian Pharmacode ......................................................................................................143
4.15.1 Transmit Check Digit ..........................................................................................143
4.16 Plessey ..............................................................................................................................144
4.16.1 Convert to UK Plessey ........................................................................................144
4.16.2 Transmit Check Digit ..........................................................................................144
4.17 GS1 DataBar (RSS Family) .......................................................................................145
4.17.1 Code ID Selection ................................................................................................145
4.17.2 GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional (RSS-14) .....................................................146
4.17.3 GS1 DataBar Expanded (RSS Expanded) ...................................................147
4.17.4 GS1 DataBar Limited (RSS Limited) .............................................................148
4.17.5 Field Separator (GS Character) ......................................................................149
4.17.6 GS1 Formatting ....................................................................................................149
4.17.7 GS1 DataBar Security Level ............................................................................150
4.18 Telepen..............................................................................................................................151
4.18.1 Telepen Output – Full ASCII/Numeric .........................................................151
4.19 UPC-A.................................................................................................................................152
4.19.1 Convert to EAN-13 ..............................................................................................153
4.19.2 System Number Transmission ........................................................................153
4.19.3 Transmit Check Digit ..........................................................................................153
4.20 UPC-E .................................................................................................................................154
4.20.1 System Number Selection ................................................................................155
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4.20.2 Convert to UPC-A .................................................................................................155

4.20.3 System Number Transmission ........................................................................156
4.20.4 Transmit Check Digit ..........................................................................................156
4.21 Code 11 .............................................................................................................................157
4.21.1 Verification Check Digit .....................................................................................157
4.21.2 Transmit Check Digit ..........................................................................................158
4.21.2 Security Level ........................................................................................................158
DEFINING OUTPUT FORMAT .......................................................................................... 159
5.1 Letter Case .........................................................................................................................159
5.2 Character Substitution ...................................................................................................160
5.2.1 Select a Set for Character Substituion ...........................................................161
5.2.2 Symbologies for Character Substitution (All 3 Sets) ................................162
5.3 Prefix/Suffix Code ............................................................................................................168
5.4 Code ID................................................................................................................................169
5.4.1 Select Pre-defined Code ID ................................................................................169
5.4.2 Change Code ID ......................................................................................................172
5.4.3 Clear Code ID Settings .........................................................................................173
5.5 Length Code .......................................................................................................................174
5.6 Multi-Barcode Editor .......................................................................................................178
5.6.1 Edit a Concatenation of Barcodes ....................................................................179
5.6.2 Activate the Concatenation of Barcodes........................................................181
5.7 Removal of Special Character .....................................................................................182
APPLYING FORMATS FOR DATA EDITING .............................................................. 183
6.1 Activating Editing Formats ...........................................................................................184
6.1.1 Activate Editing Formats......................................................................................184
6.1.2 Exclusive Data Editing ..........................................................................................185
6.2 How to Configure Editing Formats ............................................................................186
6.2.1 Select Format to Configure .................................................................................187
6.2.2 Restore Default Format ........................................................................................188
6.3 Configure Format — Define Data Criteria ..............................................................189
6.3.1 Applicable Code Type ............................................................................................189
6.3.2 Data Length ..............................................................................................................196
6.3.3 Matching String & Location .................................................................................197
6.4 Configure Format — Define Data Field....................................................................198
6.4.1 Start Position ............................................................................................................198
6.4.2 Field Adjustment .....................................................................................................198
6.4.3 Total Number of Fields .........................................................................................199
6.4.4 Field Settings............................................................................................................200
6.4.5 Pause Field Setting ................................................................................................206
6.5 Configure Format — Define Transmission Sequence.........................................207
6.6 Programming Examples ................................................................................................209
6.6.1 Example I ..................................................................................................................209
6.6.2 Example II .................................................................................................................210
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SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................. 211

FIRMWARE UPGRADE ........................................................................................................ 213

How to Upgrade 1663 Firmware ........................................................................................213
Using 3610 ............................................................................................................................213
Use Direct USB Virtual COM ...........................................................................................215
Use Bluetooth® Dongle .....................................................................................................216
How to Upgrade 3610 Firmware ........................................................................................218
Upgrade 3610 CPU Firmware.........................................................................................218
Upgrade 3610 USB Bridge Firmware ..........................................................................219
HOST SERIAL COMMANDS .............................................................................................. 221
Serial Commands ....................................................................................................................221
Example .................................................................................................................................223
3610 Setup Barcodes & Serial Commands ....................................................................225
3610 Serial Commands and Equivalent Setup Barcodes ....................................226
Example .................................................................................................................................228
KEYBOARD WEDGE TABLE .............................................................................................. 229
Key Type & Status...................................................................................................................230
Key Type ................................................................................................................................230
Key Status .............................................................................................................................230
Example.......................................................................................................................................231
NUMERAL SYSTEMS ............................................................................................................ 233
Decimal System .......................................................................................................................233
Hexadecimal System ..............................................................................................................234
ASCII Table ................................................................................................................................235
Entering PIN Code for Authentication ..............................................................................236
Use Preset PIN .....................................................................................................................236
Disable Authentication or Use Random PIN .............................................................237
KEYBOARD TYPE ONE-SCAN BARCODE .................................................................... 239
Bluetooth HID ...........................................................................................................................239
Remote USB HID .....................................................................................................................241
INTRODUCTION
CipherLab’s small-form-factor 1600 Series Barcode Scanners are specifically designed to
answer the mobile demands. The palm-sized scanners are designed to help accelerate
productivity while lowering the total cost of ownership. Intensive data collection jobs are
made easier with fast, accurate barcode scanning in various working environments,
especially in small businesses. Integrated with short-distance cordless technology, the
small-form-factor scanners are ideal for carrying in pocket, and thus give workers
tether-free mobility anytime anywhere and get job done more efficiently. This line of
scanners deliver data over a cordless personal network at a range of up to 10 meters and
a prolonged battery life to keep business running.

Owing to the compact design, extremely low power consumption, and powerful decoding
capability, the 1600 Series Barcode Scanners are the best choice for the following
applications –

 Receiving in Retail
 Product labeling & Tracking
 Shelf Product Replenishment
 Mobile Point of Sale (POS)
 Mobile Inventory Management
 Order Picking & Staging
 Work-In-Process Tracking
 Material Flow Control
 Transportation & Distribution
 Warehousing
 Asset Management

This manual contains information on operating the scanner and using its features. We
recommend you keep one copy of the manual at hand for quick reference or maintenance
purposes. To avoid any improper disposal or operation, please read the manual
thoroughly before use.

Thank you for choosing CipherLab products!

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GET FAMILIARIZED WITH 1663 AND 3610

INSTALL THE BATTERY INTO 1663

1) Hold the scanner face down in one hand, press the battery cover, and slide the
battery cover.
2) Remove the battery cover.
3) Push battery lock to unlocked position.

4) Insert the battery into the battery compartment.

 Install the supplied 3.7V/850mAh Li-ion battery into the battery compartment.

5) Push battery lock to lock the battery firmly.

6) Replace the battery cover.
7) Hold down the [Power/Delete] key for about 2 seconds to turn on the scanner.
The scanner will respond with a long beep (high tone) and its LED indicator will
become solid red and go off.

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Note: (1) To turn off the scanner, press the [Power/Delete] key for 2 seconds. The
scanner will respond with two short beeps (high tone) and the LED will become
solid red. Release the key. Otherwise, let the scanner turn off automatically in
specific circumstances. Refer to settings of “Auto Power Off”.
(2) For shipping and storage purposes, remove the battery from the scanner. This
will keep the batteries in good condition for future use.

CHARGE THE BATTERY

The battery may not be fully charged for shipment. For initial use, it is recommended to
fully charge the battery before using the scanner. You can use the Direct USB cable to
connect the scanner to PC for charging. It takes approximately 4 hours to fully charge
the battery. Refer to 1.14 Use Direct USB Cable.

Note: Battery charging stops when the temperature drops below 0°C or exceeds 40°C. It
is recommended to charge the battery at room temperature (18°C to 25°C) for
optimal performance.

1) Install the battery to 1663.

2) Connect 1663 to host computer or notebook via the USB cable.
3) The scanner LED will flash red during charging.
When the charging is complete, the LED will turn off.
When charging errors occur, the LED will turn solid red.

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CHARGE THE BATTERY VIA CHARGER

The battery charger is provided for charging the battery outside of the scanner. You may
purchase the charger separately. It takes approximately 3 hours to charge the battery to
full.

Note: Battery charging stops when the temperature drops below 0°C or exceeds 40°C. It
is recommended to charge the battery at room temperature (18°C to 25°C) for
optimal performance.

1) Insert the battery.

2) Connect the power supply cord to the charger.
3) Connect the other end of the power cord to a suitable power outlet.

Status LED Meaning

Red, --- Charger power ON (LED on for 0.5 second)
solid
Red, --- Charging battery
solid
--- Green, Charging done
solid
--- --- Power or battery not ready

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USE 3610

The CipherLab Dongle (3610) is specifically designed for the scanner to communicate
with a host computer cordless. The connection between the scanners and 3610 is made
easy and reliable. Refer to 3.1.1 Connect to 3610.

There is one LED indicator provided for communications status.

Communication LED Meaning

--- Blue, Initialize
solid
Red, --- Failed to establish a USB connection
solid
Red, Blue, Serial command mode with USB Virtual COM: wait 3 seconds for starting a
solid flashing serial command
Red, Blue, Serial command mode with USB HID: wait 3 seconds for pressing [Num
flashing flashing Lock] or [Caps Lock] 5 times via keyboard
--- Blue, Wait for connection request from the scanner (Slow flash at 0.5 Hz)
flashing
--- Blue, Connected with the scanner (Fast flash at 1 Hz)
flashing
Red, Blue, Failed to send data to host via USB Virtual COM (Fast flash at 1 Hz)
solid flashing
Red, --- Enter Download Mode
flashing

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INSIDE THE PACKAGE

The items included in the package may be different, depending on your order. Save the
box and packaging material for future use in case you need to store or ship the scanner.

 1663 Scanner
 CipherLab Dongle (3610) Optional
 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Pack
 Direct USB Cable
 Wristband
 Setup Cards
 Quick Start Guide

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

 Small-form-factor and built tough to survive drop test.

 Extremely low power consumption.
 Firmware upgradeable.
 Support most popular barcode symbologies, including GS1-128 (EAN-128), GS1
DataBar (RSS) etc.
 Support Time Stamp and Paging functions.
 Support negative barcodes.
 Support different scan modes, including Aiming Mode and Multi-Barcode Mode.
 LED indicator, beeper and vibrator for status verification or warning.
 Beeping tone and duration programmable for Good Read.
 4MB flash memory for Memory Mode operation, storing over 240,000 scans based on
EAN-13 barcodes.
 Provides up to 2 KB SDRAM for reserve buffer while getting out of range over a
wireless personal area network (WPAN), storing up to 128 scans based on EAN-13
barcodes.
 Capable of transmitting scanned data, emulating a serial cable (Bluetooth® SPP) or as
keyboard input (Bluetooth® HID), to a notebook computer or PDA with Bluetooth®
wireless technology.
 Programmable parameters including data output format, editing format, symbologies.
 Easy configuration through ScanMaster.
 Easy connection through CipherConnect, readily available via online marketplace for
mobile devices running on Android 2.x, BlackBerry 5.x, or Windows Mobile 6.x.

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SYMBOLOGIES SUPPORTED

Most of the popular barcode symbologies are supported, as listed below. Each can be
individually enabled or disabled. The scanner will automatically discriminate and
recognize all the symbologies that are enabled. Refer to Chapter 4 Change Symbology
Settings for details of each symbology.

Symbologies Supported: Enable/Disable Default

Codabar Enabled
Code 93 Enabled
MSI Disabled
Plessey Disabled
Telepen Disabled
Code 128 Code 128 Enabled
GS1-128 (EAN-128) Enabled
ISBT 128 Enabled
Code 2 of 5 Industrial 25 Enabled
Interleaved 25 Enabled
Matrix 25 Disabled
Code 3 of 9 Code 39 Enabled
Italian Pharmacode Disabled
French Pharmacode Disabled
Trioptic Code 39 Disabled
EAN/UPC EAN-8 Enabled
EAN-8 Addon 2 Disabled
EAN-8 Addon 5 Disabled
EAN-13 Enabled
EAN-13 & UPC-A Addon 2 Disabled
EAN-13 & UPC-A Addon 5 Disabled
ISBN Disabled
UPC-E0 Enabled
UPC-E1 Disabled
UPC-E Addon 2 Disabled
UPC-E Addon 5 Disabled
UPC-A Enabled

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GS1 DataBar GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional (RSS-14) Disabled

(RSS)
GS1 DataBar Truncated Disabled
GS1 DataBar Stacked Disabled
GS1 DataBar Stacked Omnidirectional Disabled
GS1 DataBar Limited (RSS Limited) Disabled
GS1 DataBar Expanded (RSS Expanded) Disabled
GS1 DataBar Expanded Stacked Disabled
Code 11 Disabled

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The configuration of the scanner can be done by reading the setup barcodes contained in
this manual or via the ScanMaster software.

This section describes the procedure of configuring the scanner by reading the setup
barcodes and provides some examples for demonstration.

Configuration Mode
1) Hold down the [Power/Delete] key for 2 seconds to turn on the scanner. It will respond with a
long beep and its LED will come on-off.
2) Read the “Enter Setup” barcode. It will respond with six beeps and its LED indicator will
become flashing red after reading the barcode.
3) Read more setup barcodes… Most of the setup barcodes are normal, and the scanner will
respond with two beeps (low-high tone). For special setup barcodes, it requires reading more
than one setup barcode to complete the setting.
4) Read the “Update” or “Abort” barcode. It will respond with six beeps and its LED indicator will
become flashing red after reading the barcode.
5) The scanner will restart automatically upon reading the “Update” or “Abort” barcode. It will
respond with a long beep and its LED will come on-off.

Note: Refer to Appendix II Host Serial Commands for how to configure the 3610 dongle
by having the scanner read 3610-related setup barcodes or using serial
commands.

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Working Mode
Upon powering up, the scanner will try to establish a connection with 3610 or a computer with
Bluetooth® wireless technology. Refer to Chapter 3 - Set up a WPAN Connection for details. The
connection between the scanners and 3610 is made easy and reliable. Now, it also supports
Bluetooth® SPP Master Mode as an alternative. Refer to 2.3 Bluetooth® SPP Master.

Note: If USB Virtual COM or Bluetooth® SPP is selected for output interface, the host can
directly send serial commands to configure the scanner. For example, run
HyperTerminal.exe and type the 6-digit command located under each setup
barcode. Refer to Appendix II Host Serial Commands.

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ENTER CONFIGURATION MODE

For the scanner to enter the configuration mode, read the "Enter Setup" barcode, which
can be located at the bottom of almost every even page of this manual.

 The scanner will respond with six beeps and its LED indicator will become flashing red
after reading the barcode.

Enter Setup

For configuring scanner parameters, see “Read a Setup Barcode” below.

EXIT CONFIGURATION MODE

For the scanner to save settings and exit the configuration mode, read the “Update”
barcode, which can be located at the bottom of almost every odd page of this manual.
Exit the configuration mode without saving any changes; read the “Abort” barcode
instead.

 Just like reading the “Enter Setup” barcode, the scanner will respond with six beeps
and its LED indicator will become flashing red after reading the barcode. Wait for a
few seconds for the scanner to restart itself.

Update

Abort

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DEFAULT SETTINGS

SAVE USER SETTINGS AS DEFAULTS

For the scanner to keep the customized settings as user defaults, you must read the
“Save as User Defaults” barcode. This is a normal setup barcode, and the scanner will
respond with two beeps (low-high tone).

 After reading the “Update” barcode, the current settings will be saved as user
defaults.

Save as User
Defaults

RESTORE USER DEFAULTS

For the scanner to restore the user defaults, which you have saved earlier, you must
read the “Restore User Defaults” barcode. This is a normal setup barcode, and the
scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone).

 After reading the “Update” barcode, all the parameters of the scanner will return to
their customized values.

Restore User
Defaults

RESTORE SYSTEM DEFAULTS

For the scanner to restore the factory defaults, read the “Restore System Defaults”
barcode. This is a normal setup barcode, and the scanner will respond with two beeps
(low-high tone). After reading the “Update” barcode, all the parameters of the scanner
will return to their default values. The current connection record will be cleared as well.
Refer to 1.17.1 Restore System Defaults for the key combination used to restore defaults
during operation.

For 3610 to restore factory defaults, refer to 3610 Setup Barcodes & Serial Commands.

Restore System
Defaults

Note: The system default value (if there is one) for each setting is indicated by an
asterisk “*”.

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READ A SETUP BARCODE

CONFIGURE PARAMETERS

For most of the scanner parameters, only one read is required to set them to new values.
The scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone) when each parameter is set
successfully. Refer to Create One-Scan Setup Barcodes.

But for a number of special parameters, multiple reads are required to complete the
setting. In this case, the scanner will respond with a short beep to indicate it needs to
read more setup barcodes. These special parameters may require reading one or more
setup barcodes, such as:

 Numeric barcodes, say, for keyboard type, inter-character delay, length qualification
 Hexadecimal barcodes, say, for character strings as prefix, suffix, etc.
 When “Bluetooth® HID” or “USB HID” is configured for interface, Key Type and Key
Status will then become applicable. Decide whether to change key status when
“Normal Key” is selected for Key Type.

To complete the configuration of these special parameters, it requires reading the

“Validate” barcode, and the scanner will respond with two beeps (low-high tone) to
indicate the input values are validated.

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The example below shows how to save your settings as “User Default” so that you may
restore user defaults at a later time:

Steps Action LED/Beeper Response when Successful

1) Power on the scanner… The scanner will respond with a long beep
(high tone) and its LED indicator will
become solid red and go off.
2) Enter the Configuration Mode… The scanner will respond with six beeps
(high-low tone repeats three times), and
its LED indicator will be flashing red.

3) Read a Setup barcode… The scanner will respond with two beeps
(low-high tone) if reading a normal setup
For example,
barcode.

4) Exit the Configuration Mode… Same as for Enter the Configuration Mode.

OR
5) The scanner will automatically restart itself… Same as for Power on the scanner.
* When any configuration error occurs... The scanner will respond with one long
beep (low tone).

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The example below shows how to set numeric parameters:

Steps Action LED/Beeper Response when Successful

1) Power on the scanner... The scanner will respond with a long beep
(high tone) and its LED indicator will
become solid red and go off.
2) Enter the Configuration Mode… The scanner will respond with six beeps
(high-low tone repeats three times), and
its LED indicator will become flashing red.

3) Read a Setup barcode... The scanner will respond with two beeps
(low-high tone) if reading a normal setup
For example,
barcode.
Normal setup
barcode

Normal setup
barcode

The scanner will respond with one short

Special setup beep if reading a special setup barcode
barcode such as “Max. Length”, indicating the
setup requires reading more barcodes.

Decimal barcodes Read the “Decimal Value” barcode(s).

 Refer to Appendix IV “Decimal
System”

The scanner will respond with two beeps

(low-high tone) when the input values are
validated.
4) Exit the Configuration Mode… Same as for Enter the Configuration Mode.

OR

5) The scanner will automatically restart itself… Same as for Power on the scanner.

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The example below shows how to set string parameters:

Steps Action LED/Beeper Response when Successful

1) Power on the scanner... The scanner will respond with a long beep
(high tone) and its LED indicator will
become solid red and go off.
2) Enter the Configuration Mode… The scanner will respond with six beeps
(high-low tone repeats three times), and
its LED indicator will become flashing red.

3) Read a Setup barcode... The scanner will respond with one short
beep if reading a special setup barcode
For example,
such as “Prefix Code”, indicating the setup
requires reading more barcodes.
Special setup
barcodes

When “Bluetooth® HID” or “USB HID” is

configured for interface, Key Type and Key
Status will then become applicable. You
may decide whether or not to change key
status when “Normal Key” is selected for
Key Type.
 Refer to Appendix III

Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcodes

Hexadecimal for the desired character string. For
barcodes example, read “2” and “B” for the scanner
to prefix the character “+”.
 Refer to Appendix IV “Hexadecimal
System”

The scanner will respond with two beeps

(low-high tone) when the input values are
validated.
4) Exit the Configuration Mode… Same as for Enter the Configuration Mode.

OR

5) The scanner will automatically restart itself… Same as for Power on the scanner.

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LIST THE CURRENT SETTINGS

The current settings of all scanner parameters can be sent to the host computer for user
inspection. The listing includes pages as shown below. You can select the page of interest
by having the scanner read the “List Page x” barcode. The scanner will respond with two
beeps (low-high tone) and send the selected page to the host immediately.

List settings regarding Firmware Version, Serial

Number, Interface, Buzzer, Simple Pairing List Page 1
Status and Other Scanner Parameters

List settings regarding Prefix, Suffix, Code Type

and Length Code Setting List Page 2

List settings regarding Code ID

List Page 3

List settings regarding Readable Symbologies

List Page 4

List settings regarding Symbology Parameters

(1/3) List Page 5

List settings regarding Symbology Parameters

(2/3) List Page 6

List settings regarding Symbology Parameters

(3/3) List Page 7

List settings regarding Editing Format 1

List Page 8

List settings regarding Editing Format 2

List Page 9

List settings regarding Editing Format 3

List Page 10

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List settings regarding Editing Format 4

List Page 11

List settings regarding Editing Format 5

List Page 12

List settings regarding Power and Time

List Page 13

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CREATE ONE-SCAN SETUP BARCODES

The fact is most of the scanner parameters require only one read for setting new values.
To facilitate configuring the scanner, you may create One-Scan setup barcodes for use.

The requirements of a One-Scan setup barcode are:

 a prefix of the “#@” characters

 the six digits of command parameters
 a suffix of the “#”character

For example, the scanner needs the reading of three setup barcodes for the command
parameter “109952” to take effect:

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Now, it requires only one read:

One-Scan Setup Barcode for

109952

Note: The scanner will restart automatically upon reading the One-Scan setup barcode
for (1) changing the interface or (2) setting memory mode, enable or disable. It
will respond with a long beep and its LED will come on-off.

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UNDERSTANDING THE BARCODE SCANNER
This chapter explains the features and usage of the barcode scanner.

IN THIS CHAPTER
1.1 Battery ...................................................................... 21
1.2 Memory ..................................................................... 26
1.3 LED Indicator ............................................................. 29
1.4 Beeper....................................................................... 31
1.5 Vibrator ..................................................................... 34
1.6 Send “NR” to Host ....................................................... 35
1.7 Scan Modes ................................................................ 36
1.8 Scanning Timeout ....................................................... 41
1.9 Delay between Re-read................................................ 42
1.10 Read Redundancy for All Symblogies ........................... 43
1.11 Addon Security for UPC/EAN Barcodes ......................... 44
1.12 Negative Barcodes..................................................... 44
1.13 Effective Decoding Area ............................................. 45
1.14 Use Direct USB Cable................................................. 47
1.15 Pager Beep Duration .................................................. 48
1.16 Time Stamp .............................................................. 49
1.17 Hardware Reset ........................................................ 53
1.18 Serial Number Stamp ................................................ 54

1.1 BATTERY

The scanner is battery-powered: Use a rechargeable 3.7 V/850 mAh Li-ion battery. For
intensive data collection, please prepare spare battery or batteries for non-stop
operation.

Note: (1) The rechargeable battery for 1663 may not be fully charged when shipped. We
suggest charging it to full before use.
(2) The scanner can be configured to save battery power. Refer to settings of
“Auto Power Off & Power-Saving”, “Sniff Mode”, as well as “Low Battery Alarm”.

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1.1.1 POWER LEVEL

Scan the barcode below to get the battery capacity information with each increment of
20 in percentage terms.

Remaining Battery
Capacity

1.1.2 HOW TO OPERATE THE SCANNER

Turn on the scanner…

Press the [Power/Delete] key for 2 seconds. The scanner will respond with a long beep (high tone),
and its LED indicator will become solid red and go off.

Turn off the scanner…

Press the [Power/Delete] key for 2 seconds. The scanner will respond with two short beeps (high
tone) and the LED will become solid red. Release the key then. Otherwise, let the scanner turn off
automatically in specific circumstances.

Delete the last collected data when in memory mode …

Press the [Power/Delete] key. The scanner will respond with two short beeps (high tone) and the
LED will become solid red. Before the LED goes off (within 1 second), press the [Power/Delete] key
again to confirm the deletion.

Enable/Disable the [Delete] key function

Scan the barcode below to enable/disable the [Delete] key. By default, users can press the
[Power/Delete] key to delete data. If the function is disabled, pressing the key to delete data is not
allowed.

*Enable

Disable

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1.1.3 AUTO POWER OFF & POWER-SAVING

The scanner will stay active at power-on, which may be followed by a transition from full
CPU speed to low CPU speed (Power-Saving) to auto shutdown (Auto Power Off).

 Power-Saving (1~254 min.; 0= Disable): By default, it is set to stand by at full-speed

for 2 minutes before it enters low-speed mode. If this feature is not desired, set it to
0.
 Auto Power Off (1~254 min.; 0= Disable): By default, it is set to automatically shut
down after 10 minutes. If this feature is not desired, set it to 0.

Note: 1. The Power-Saving setting will still take effect once a connection has been
established successfully, via Bluetooth® HID or SPP.

Before establishing a WPAN connection successfully…

1) The scanner will stay active for a specified period of time (2 minutes by default) for the
following scenarios. Its CPU is running at full speed, and the LED is flashing blue (On/Off ratio
0.5 s: 0.5 s).
(a) waiting for a connection request from the host (Bluetooth® SPP Slave Mode)
(b) trying to connect to the host (Bluetooth® HID or Bluetooth® SPP Master Mode)
(c) trying to connect to 3610
2) If it fails to connect within 2 minutes, the scanner will become inactive to save power for the
remaining period of time (the specified value minus 2 minutes). Its CPU is running at low
speed, and the LED is flashing red (On/Off ratio 0.3 s: 2.5 s).
Press the [Trigger] key to wake up the scanner when it becomes inactive, and the scanner will
stay active again.
3) If it fails to connect again and again, and finally stays inactive until the specified time interval
for Auto Power Off has elapsed, the scanner will automatically turn off in order to conserve
battery power.
Hold down the [Power/Delete] key for 2 seconds to turn it on.

Note: For scenarios (a) and (b) in step 1, on your computer you may need to search for
the scanner again.

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After establishing a WPAN connection successfully…

1) Once a WPAN connection is established successfully, the scanner will stay active for a specified
period of time (2 minutes by default) for data transmission. Its CPU is running at full speed,
and the LED is flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.02 s: 3 s).
2) If it is idle within 2 minutes, the scanner will become inactive to save power for the remaining
period of time (the specified value minus 2 minutes). Its CPU is running at low speed, and the
LED is flashing red (On/Off ratio 0.3 s: 2.5 s).
Press the [Trigger] key to wake up the scanner when it becomes inactive, and the scanner will
stay active again.
3) If it is idle and finally stays inactive until the specified time interval for Auto Power Off has
elapsed, the scanner will automatically turn off in order to conserve battery power. The three
short beeps will ring out, tone descending from high to low.
Hold down the [Power/Delete] key for 2 seconds to turn it on.
 For Bluetooth® HID, the scanner will resume connection with the host upon powering on
again, as long as the host application is running. The three short beeps will ring out, tone
ascending from low to high. If the scanner fails to resume connection, it will try every 5
seconds to re-connect to the host unless the “Reset Connection” barcode has been
scanned.
 For Bluetooth® SPP Slave Mode, the scanner must wait for the host to re-connect.
 For Bluetooth® SPP Master Mode, the scanner will resume connection with the host upon
powering on again, as long as the host application is running. The three short beeps will
ring out, tone ascending from low to high. If the scanner fails to resume connection, it will
try every 5 seconds to re-connect to the host unless the “Reset Connection” or “Restore
System Defaults” barcode has been scanned.
 With the use of 3610, the scanner will try re-connecting to 3610 whilst the scanner is
active.

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Auto Off after

0~254 min. (*10)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the time interval in minutes before the scanner
automatically turns off.
2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233. For example, read “1” and “5” for the
scanner to automatically turn off after being idle for 15 minutes.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

Note: Auto Power Off will not take effect when the scanner is in the configuration mode.

Power-Saving after
0~254 min. (*2)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the time interval in minutes before the scanner
enters low-speed mode.
2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233. For example, read “5” for the
scanner to enter low-speed mode after being idle for 5 minutes.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

Note: Power-Saving will not take effect when one of the following conditions is met:
(1) The scanner has already established a BT HID/SPP connection.
(2) The scanner is in the configuration mode.
(3) The scan mode is set to Test, Continuous or Alternate Mode.
(4) The setting value of Power-Saving is greater than that of Auto Power Off.

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1.2 MEMORY

The scanned data can be sent to a host computer immediately via the WPAN connection
or stored in flash memory when the scanner is set to Memory mode.

1.2.1 TRANSMIT BUFFER

By default, the transmit buffer is enabled and ready for use when the scanner is out of
range. Upon reading a barcode successfully within range, the scanner responds with one
short beep (high tone) and its LED indicator becomes solid green and goes off. However,
the host computer may not receive the data immediately if the scanner is out of range.
With the 2 KB transmit buffer, the scanner can ignore the transmission status and keep
on reading barcodes until the buffer is full.

When transmit buffer is enabled…

If the scanner is out of range, it will respond with two short beeps, high-low tone, upon reading a
barcode successfully.
When transmit buffer is full, the scanner will respond with one long beep (low tone) and its LED
indicator will become solid red and go off. You are advised to get back into range.

When transmit buffer is disabled…

If the scanner is out of range, it will respond with one long beep (low tone) and its LED indicator
will become solid red and go off. You are advised to get back into range.

*Enable

Disable

Note: The 2 KB transmit buffer on the scanner can hold as many as 128 scans based on
EAN-13 barcodes. Data will be cleared out once the scanner is turned off or
running out of battery power!

1.2.2 MEMORY MODE

When the scanner is in memory mode, it means any real-time connection established
with the host is disabled. 1663 scanner keeps 4MB flash memory for memory mode
operation, which can store over 240,000 scans based on EAN-13 barcodes.

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Enable

*Disable

Warning: No real-time connection is allowed unless the memory mode is disabled.

Memory Data Delay

You may set a delay between each data record while transmitting data back to the host.

*None

250 ms

500 ms

1 sec

2 sec

3 sec

5 sec

8 sec

Send Data
When the memory is used up, the scanner will respond with two short beeps (high-low tone) as a
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Data” barcode below.

1663 can send data via “Direct USB” interface once the computer has found the USB connection.
Refer to 1.14 Use Direct USB Cable. Because the time-out value is set to 0 by default, connect the
cable before having the scanner read the “Send Data” barcode. Otherwise, the scanner will try to
temporarily resume the previous WPAN connection with the host, if there is any.
During transmission of data collected in memory mode, if the transmission fails, the scanner will
flash red (On/Off ratio 0.2 s: 0.2 s) after responding with two short beeps (high-low tone) and go
back to previous working mode. Press trigger or power key to stop flashing.

Send Data

Send Data Time-out

If a time-out value other than zero is given, it will first try to send data via “Direct USB” interface
within the specified period of time. Connect the cable before it times out. When the attempt fails, it
will try to temporarily resume the previous WPAN connection with the host, if there is any.
If 1663 has never been connected to the host cordless, it will not be able to send data until it is
connected using the Direct USB cable!

Send Data Time-Out

after 0~15 sec.
(*0)

Clear Data & Confirm

Even though data has been sent to the host, the flash memory is still occupied unless you erase
the memory by reading two barcodes – “Clear Data” and “Confirm”.
1) Read the “Clear Data” barcode to clear the flash memory.
2) Read the “Confirm” barcode to confirm the action.

Clear Data

Confirm

1.2.3 FREE MEMORY

Upon memory mode, you can scan the barcode below to show the available capacity of
the flash memory in percentage terms.

Spare memory

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1.3 LED INDICATOR

The triple-color LED on top of the scanner is used to provide user feedback. For example,
the LED becomes solid red and goes off upon powering on or running out of transmit
buffer. You may tell the difference by the beeps – you will hear a long beep of high tone
when powering on the scanner, and a long beep of low tone when the transmit buffer
becomes full.

Scanner LED Meaning

Red, --- ---  Power on, with one long beep (high tone, LED on for 1
on-off second)
 Data saved to buffer when transmit buffer is enabled and the
scanner is out of range, with two short beeps (high-low tone)
 Transmit buffer full, with one long beep (low tone)
 Transmit buffer disabled, with one long beep (low tone)
 Delete the last collected data in memory mode, with two
short beeps (high tone, LED on for 1 second)
 Memory full in memory mode, with two short beeps (high-low
tone)
Red, --- ---  Flashing red (On/Off ratio 0.3 s: 2.5 s) indicates the scanner
flashing is inactive and its CPU running at low speed to save power
(because no WPAN connection is established after waiting for
two minutes)
 Configuration Mode (On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s)
--- --- Green, Good Read, with one short beep (high tone) and beeper pitch and
on-off duration programmable
--- Blue, --- First, flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s) for two minutes
flashing indicates the scanner is waiting for connection, and goes off if no
connection is established, then flashing red (On/Off ratio 0.3 s:
2.5 s) indicates the scanner is inactive.
It is ready for connection only while the LED is flashing blue —
 SPP Slave: waiting host to connect
 HID or SPP Master: trying to connect to host
 Using 3610: trying to connect to 3610
--- Blue, --- Flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.1 s: 0.1 s) indicates the scanner
flashing receives a PIN code request from host (flashing more quickly
than waiting connection).
--- Blue, --- Flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.02 s: 3 s) indicates the scanner has
flashing established a WPAN connection successfully.
--- Blue, Green, Flashing blue and green (On/Off ratio 0.1 s: 0.1 s) indicates an
flashing flashing error occurs while entering the PIN code. Press the [Trigger] key
to get ready for re-connecting.

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1.3.1 GOOD READ LED

*Enable
Good Read LED

Disable
Good Read LED

1.3.2 GOOD READ LED DURATION

By default, the Good Read LED stays on for 40 milliseconds. Specify a value, ranging
from 1 to 254 in units of 10 milliseconds.

Good Read LED

Time-out after
0.01~2.54 sec.
(*40 ms)
1) Read the barcode above to specify the time interval before the Good Read LED goes
off.
2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233. For example, read “1” and “5” for the
LED to go off after 150 milliseconds.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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1.4 BEEPER

The scanner has a buzzer to provide user feedback in various operating conditions.

Beeping Meaning
One long beep, high tone Power on, with red LED on (1 second) and off quickly
two short beeps, high tone  Power off, with red LED on (until the key is released)
 Delete the last collected data in memory mode, with red
LED on (1 second) and off quickly
One short beep, high tone Good Read, with green LED on-off quickly
 Programmable, default to 4 KHz
Six short beeps  Enter Configuration Mode, with red LED flashing
 High-low tone repeats three  Exit Configuration Mode
times
Two short beeps, low-high tone Setup barcode read successfully
One short beep, high tone  More setup barcode required
 Input PIN code
 Clear PIN code
One short beep, low tone More barcodes required to complete the “output sequence”
requirements of Multi-Barcode Editor, with green LED on-off
quickly (Upon completion, same as Good Read.)
One long beep, low tone  Transmit buffer full, with red LED on-off quickly
 Transmit buffer disabled, with red LED on-off quickly
 Configuration error (Wrong barcode…)
 PIN code input error
 Reject random PIN request
 Fail to send data in memory mode
Two short beeps, high-low tone  Data saved to buffer when transmit buffer is enabled
and the scanner is out of range, with red LED on-off
quickly
 Memory Mode – Memory full, with red LED on-off quickly
Two short beeps, high tone Low Battery Alarm
Two long beeps, high-low tone Multi-Barcode Mode – Buffer full
Three short beeps, tone ascending  WPAN connection established, with blue LED flashing
from low to high  WPAN connection resumed, with blue LED flashing
Three short beeps, tone ascending WPAN connection out of range or suspended
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1.4.1 BEEPER VOLUME

Mute

Minimum Volume

Medium Volume

*Maximum Volume

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1.4.2 GOOD READ BEEP

Frequency

8 kHz

*4 kHz

2 kHz

1 kHz

Duration

*Shortest

Shorter

Longer

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1.4.3 LOW BATTERY ALARM

By default, the built-in battery alarm will sound when the battery charge gets low. In
order to prevent data loss, it is advised to replace the battery immediately when hearing
two short beeps (high tone).

Disable

*Enable

1.5 VIBRATOR

1.5.1 GOOD READ VIBRATOR

Enable
Good Read Vibrator

*Disable
Good Read Vibrator

1.5.2 GOOD READ VIBRATOR DURATION

By default, the Good Read Vibrator stays on for 1 second. Specify a value, ranging from
1 to 254 in units of 100 milliseconds.

Good Read Vibrator

Time-out after
0.1~25.4 sec.
(*1 s)
1) Read the barcode above to specify the time interval, in tenths of seconds before the
Good Read Vibrator goes off.
2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233. For example, read “1” and “5” for the
vibrator to vibrate after 1.5 seconds good read.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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1.6 SEND “NR” TO HOST

The scanner can send an “NR” string to the host to notify a No Read event.

Enable

*Disable

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1.7 SCAN MODES

Different scan modes are supported – select the scan mode that best suits the
requirements of a specific application. Refer to the comparison table below.

Scan Mode Start to Scan Stop Scanning

Always Press Hold Press Release Press Barcode Timeout
trigger trigger trigger trigger trigger being
once twice once read
Continuous 
mode

Test mode 

Laser mode    

Auto Off mode   

Auto Power Off  

mode

Alternate mode  

Aiming mode   

Multi-Barcode  
mode

Note: By default, the scan mode is set to Laser mode.

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1.7.1 CONTINUOUS MODE

The scanner is always scanning.

 After a successful decoding, the removal of barcode is required. It is not allowed to

proceed to decode until the decoding delay time has passed.
 To decode the same barcode repeatedly, move away the barcode and put it back
again and again for scanning.

Note: Refer to “Delay between Re-read”.

Continuous Mode

Decoding Delay
Set the time interval between each decoding.

*Disable

0.5 sec

1 sec

2 sec

1.7.2 TEST MODE

The scanner is always scanning.

 Capable of decoding the same barcode repeatedly without removing it, for testing
purpose.

Test Mode

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1.7.3 LASER MODE

The scanner will start scanning once the trigger is held down.

 The scanning won't stop until (1) a barcode is decoded, (2) the pre-set timeout
expires, or (3) you release the trigger.

Note: Refer to “Scanning Timeout”.

*Laser Mode

1.7.4 AUTO OFF MODE

The scanner will start scanning once the trigger is pressed.

 The scanning won't stop until (1) a barcode is decoded, and (2) the pre-set timeout
expires.

Note: Refer to “Scanning Timeout”.

Auto Off Mode

1.7.5 AUTO POWER OFF MODE

The scanner will start scanning once the trigger is pressed.

 The scanning won't stop until the pre-set timeout expires, and, the pre-set timeout
period re-counts after each successful decoding.

Note: Refer to “Delay between Re-read” and “Scanning Timeout”.

Auto Power Off Mode

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1.7.6 ALTERNATE MODE

The scanner will start scanning once the trigger is pressed

 The scanning won't stop until you press the trigger again.

Alternate Mode

1.7.7 AIMING MODE

The scanner will aim at a barcode once the trigger is pressed, and start scanning when
the trigger is pressed again within one second.

 The scanning won't stop until (1) a barcode is decoded, and (2) the pre-set timeout
expires.

Aiming Mode

Aiming Timeout
You can limit the aiming time interval (1~15). By default, the scanner time-out is set to 1 second.

Aiming Time-out
after 1~15 sec.
(*1)

1. Read the barcode above to specify the time interval before aiming ends. (It is set to 1 by
default.)
2. Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233. For example, read “1” and “0” for the scanner
to automatically shut down after being idle for 10 seconds.
3. Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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1.7.8 MULTI-BARCODE MODE

The scanner will be scanning as long as the trigger is held down, capable of decoding one
single barcode, as well as multiple unique barcodes one at a time. While decoding a
bunch of unique barcodes, if a barcode is decoded twice, its subsequent decoding will be
ignored and the scanner is expecting another unique barcode.

 The scanning won't stop until you release the trigger.

Multi-Barcode Mode

Note: (1) A barcode is considered unique when its Code Type or data is different from
others.
(2) Multi-Barcode Mode has nothing to do with the Multi-Barcode Editor.

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1.8 SCANNING TIMEOUT

Specify the scanning time interval (1~254 sec.; 0= Disable) when the scan mode is set
to any of the following –

 Laser mode
 Auto Off mode
 Auto Power Off mode
 Aiming mode

Scanner Time-out
after 0~254 sec.
(*10)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the time interval in seconds before the scan
engine times out.
2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233. For example, read “1” and “5” for the
scanner to shut down automatically after being idle for 15 seconds.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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1.9 DELAY BETWEEN RE-READ

This is also referred to as the “Blocking Time”, which is used to prevent the scanner from
accidentally reading the same barcode twice when the scan mode is set to any of the
following –

 Auto Power Off mode

 Continuous mode
 Alternate mode

100 ms

200 ms

*400 ms

800 ms

1 sec

2 sec

3 sec

5 sec

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1.10 READ REDUNDANCY FOR ALL SYMBLOGIES

Select the level of reading security. For example,

 If "No Redundancy" is selected, one successful decoding will make the reading valid
and induce the "READER Event".
 If "Two Times" is selected, it will take a total of three consecutive successful decoding
of the same barcode to make the reading valid. The higher the reading security is
(that is, the more redundancy the user selects), the slower the reading speed gets.

It is obvious that the more redundancy selected, the higher the reading security is, and
thus, the slower the reading speed becomes. It has to compromise between reading
security and decoding speed.

*No Redundancy

One Time

Two Times

Three Times

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1.11 ADDON SECURITY FOR UPC/EAN BARCODES

The scanner is capable of decoding a mix of UPC/EAN barcodes with and without addons.
The read redundancy (0~30 times) allows changing the number of times to decode a
UPC/EAN barcode before transmission. The more redundancy selected, the higher the
reading security is, and thus, the slower the reading speed becomes.

Note: UPC/EAN Addon 2 and Addon 5 must be enabled individually for this setting to
take effect.

Addon Security Level

(*0~30)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the read redundancy for UPC/EAN barcodes. (It is
set to 0 by default.)
2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233. For example, read “1” and “2” for the
scanner to re-read the barcode for 12 times.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

1.12 NEGATIVE BARCODES

Normally, barcodes are printed with the color of the bars darker than that of the spaces.
But for negative barcodes, they are printed in the opposite sense just like negative films.
The spaces of negative barcodes are printed with a color darker than that of the bars.
Configure the scanner to be able to read negative barcodes if required.

Enable

*Disable

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1.13 EFFECTIVE DECODING AREA

By default, the effective decoding area is 100% covered by the scanned area. However,
you may narrow down the decoding area to prevent reading the wrong barcode when a
number of barcodes are printed closely. The scanner will only read barcodes that appear
in the effective decoding area.

Read the barcode “Centering On” and specify the percentage to narrow down the
decoding area. For example, read “Left 10%” and then “Right 30%” for the scanner to
decode barcode “A” only.

1.13.1 POSITIONING WINDOW

Centering On

*Centering Off

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1.13.2 ADJUSTING WINDOW

Percentage for Left Half

*Left 50%

Left 40%

Left 30%

Left 20%

Left 10%

Percentage for Right Half

Right 10%

Right 20%

Right 30%

Right 40%

*Right 50%

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1.14 USE DIRECT USB CABLE

1663 supports Direct USB interface for charging the battery and/or sending data to the
host in memory mode. Refer to 1.2.2 Memory Mode.

Note: The scanner will not function when it is solely on USB power and without a battery
loaded.

1.14.1 DIRECT USB INTERFACE

When it is set to Memory Mode and connected to computer via the Direct USB cable, the
default output interface becomes “Direct USB Virtual COM”, change it to “Direct USB
HID” if required.

For details on configuring the interface settings, refer to the following sections:

 2.6 Direct USB HID

 2.7 Direct USB Virtual COM

*Activate Direct
USB Virtual COM

Activate Direct
USB HID

1.14.2 DISABLE DIRECT USB INTERFACE

When connecting the USB cable to the scanner for charging the battery, ensure the
“Disable Direct USB” barcode has been scanned to avoid sending data to the host in
memory mode. In this mode the USB cable function will be charging the battery only.

Disable Direct USB

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1.15 PAGER BEEP DURATION

Paging function is only activated when 1663 is in Power-Saving mode. 1663 can be
woken up via receiving any Bluetooth® status command by pressing a key on the host
keyboard. The buzzer will continuously sound two short high tone beeps until the power
key is pressed on the scanner or the timeout is reached, and the scanner re-enters
power saving mode.

By default, the pager beep duration is 5 seconds. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 15.
(0~15 sec.; 0= Disable)

 Bluetooth® HID profile: Press any one of the following keys “Scroll Lock”, “Number
Lock” or “Caps Lock” on the host computer to trigger the waking up of 1663.
 Bluetooth® SPP Profile: Any command sent using Bluetooth® SPP will trigger the
waking up of 1663.

Pager Beep Duration

0~15 sec.
(*5 s)
1) Read the barcode above to specify the desired beep active time.
2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233. For example, read “1” and “5” for the
pager beep function to be activated each 15 seconds after entering Power-Saving
mode.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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1.16 TIME STAMP

Specify time stamp format added to the prefix or suffix of a data. Up to three settings
can be configured:

 No Time Stamp
 Add Time Stamp in front of data
 Add Time Stamp to the end of data
If added in front of data, it means prior to the prefix field. Alternatively, to the end of
data.

No Time Stamp
*Disable

Add Time Stamp

in front of Data

Add Time Stamp

to the end of Data

1.16.1 DATE AND TIME SETTINGS

Read the barcode below to enable/disable Date and Time function.

Year Output
*Enable

Year Output
Disable

Month Output
*Enable

Month Output
Disable

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Date Output
*Enable

Date Output
Disable

Hour Output
*Enable

Hour Output
Diable

Minute Output
*Enable

Minute Output
Disalbe

Second Output
*Enable

Second Output
Diable

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Decoding Data and Time

Year Setup

Date Setup

Time Setup

1) Read the barcode above to apply time or date code separately, and follow steps 2~3.
2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired character string. For
example:
Year: Read “2”, “0”, “1”, “1” for the year setting as year=2011.
Date: Read “1”, “1”, ”2”, “0” for the date setting as date=Nov.20.
Time: Read “1”, “8”, “5”, “9” for the time setting as time=18:59.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode for each setting on the same page.

1.16.2 SEPARATOR FOR DATE AND TIME

The Date and Time can be split with a pre-selected separator, for example, “/” as
YYYY/MM/DD or “:” as HH:MM:SS

Separator for
Date/Time
*“-”

Separator for
Month/Date
*“/”

Separator for
Hour/Minute
*“:”
1) Read the barcode above to apply separator to date or time separately, and follow
steps 2~3.
2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired character string.
For example, read “3” and “A” for the separator to split the data with character [:].
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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1.16.3 DATE FORMAT

The date format includes year, month and day. There are three kinds of combinations
can be configured to specify Year, Month and Day:

 Year/Month/Day (YYYY/MM/DD) or (YY/MM/DD)

 Month/Day/Year (MM/DD/YYYY) or (MM/DD/YY)
 Day/Month/Year (DD/MM/YYYY) or (DD/MM/YY)

*Year/Month/Day

Month/Day/Year

Day/Month/Year

About Year Format:

Year format can be pre-selected as 2-digit or 4-digit. For example, if year format is YYYY, the
output year is 2011 for 4-digit, alternatively is 11 for 2-digit.

*Year for 4-digit

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1.17 HARDWARE RESET

1.17.1 RESTORE SYSTEM DEFAULTS

In addition to using the “Restore System Defaults” barcode, the following procedure
using key combinations can be used to restore the system defaults during operation.

1) Hold down the [Power/Delete] key.

2) When the scanner responds with two short beeps (high tone), press the [Trigger] key
for 5 seconds. The scanner LED indicator becomes solid red and then goes off.
3) When the scanner responds with a long beep (high tone), release the keys. Its LED
indicator becomes solid red and goes off.

Note: The scanner will restart itself automatically.

1.17.2 RESET CONNECTION

When the output interface is Bluetooth® HID or Bluetooth® SPP Master, the scanner will
attempt to maintain an established connection. To stop such re-connection, read the
“Reset Connection” or “Restore System Defaults” barcode to clear the current connection
record. Alternatively, use the key combination as described below to reset connection
during operation.

1) Hold down the [Trigger] key, and then press the [Power/Delete] key for at least 5
seconds.
2) The scanner will respond with two short beeps (high tone). Wait until the scanner
responds with a long beep (high tone), release the keys.

Note: After resetting connection by hardware, the scanner will not restart itself
automatically. It will resume to its previous operation except no connection.

1.17.3 DISABLE HARDWARE RESET

By default, the key combination for hardware reset (including system default restoration
and connection reset) is enabled. Users can decide whether to enable/disable the key
combination.

*Enable

Disable

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1.18 SERIAL NUMBER STAMP

Decide whether to add the device serial number in front of the data transmitted.

Add serial number in

front of data

*Disable

1.18.1 SEPARATOR BETWEEN SERIAL NUMBER STAMP AND DATA

Scan the barcode below to specify the separator character between device serial number
and the accompanying data. By default, the separactor is a comma symbol.

Specify the
separator character

1) Read the barcode above to specify a separator character.

2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired character.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

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SELECTING OUTPUT INTERFACE
In order to establish a proper connection between host computer and the scanner, we
suggest following these instructions –

1) Install battery and hold down the [Power/Delete] key for 2 seconds to turn on the
scanner.
2) Read the “Enter Setup” barcode to enter the configuration mode.
3) Read the associated barcodes to activate the desired interface.
See the following sections for output interfaces supported.
4) Read the barcodes for related settings.
5) Read the “Update” barcode to exit the configuration mode.
6) Turn on host computer or laptop and establish a WPAN connection with the scanner.
Refer to Chapter 3 – Setting up a WPAN Connection.

Note: (1) By default, the output interface is set to “Bluetooth® HID”.

(2) When set to Memory Mode and connected to computer via the Direct USB
cable, the default output interface becomes “Direct USB Virtual COM”.

IN THIS CHAPTER
2.1 Bluetooth® HID .......................................................... 56
2.2 Bluetooth® SPP Slave .................................................. 69
2.3 Bluetooth® SPP Master ............................................... 71
2.4 USB HID via 3610 ....................................................... 75
2.5 USB Virtual COM via 3610 ............................................ 85
2.6 Direct USB HID ........................................................... 88
2.7 Direct USB Virtual COM ................................................ 99

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2.1 BLUETOOTH® HID

For Bluetooth® HID, refer to Chapter 3 – Setting up a WPAN Connection for related
connection settings. The scanned data will be transmitted to the computer. To capture
the data run any text editor on your computer.

HID Settings Defaults

Keyboard Type PCAT (US)
Alphabet Layout Normal
Numeric Layout Normal
Capital Lock Type Normal
Capital Lock State Off
Alphabet Transmission Case-sensitive
Numeric Transmission Alphanumeric keypad
Inter-Character Delay 0 (ms)
Inter-Function Delay 0 (ms)

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2.1.1 ACTIVATE BLUETOOTH® HID & SELECT KEYBOARD TYPE

When Bluetooth® HID interface is activated, you will have to select a keyboard type to
complete this setting. By default, Bluetooth® HID is activated on the scanner, and the
keyboard type is set to PCAT (US).

Activate Bluetooth®
HID & Select Keyboard
Type…

1) Read the barcode above to activate Bluetooth® HID and select a keyboard type.
2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233. Refer to the table below for the
number of desired keyboard type.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

Bluetooth® HID
The following keyboard types are supported —

No. Keyboard Type No. Keyboard Type

64 PCAT (US) 72 PCAT (Spanish)
65 PCAT (French) 73 PCAT (Portuguese)
66 PCAT (German) 74 PS55 A01-2 (Japanese)
67 PCAT (Italy) 75 User-defined table
68 PCAT (Swedish) 76 PCAT (Turkish)
69 PCAT (Norwegian) 77 PCAT (Hungarian)
70 PCAT (UK) 78 PCAT (Swiss German)
71 PCAT (Belgium) 79 PCAT (Danish)

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2.1.2 RESET CONNECTION

For Bluetooth® HID, you can only have the scanner connected to one computer at a time.
If you want to connect the scanner to another host, you must read the “Reset
Connection” barcode so that the current connection record will be cleared. Then, the
scanner will restart itself automatically. Go through the process in 1.17 Hardware Reset
and 3.2.3 Connect to Dongle to establish a new connection.

Reset Connection

Note: The “Restore System Defaults” barcode will also clear the current connection
record.

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2.1.3 KEYBOARD SETTINGS

 Alphabet Layout
 Numeric Layout
 Capital Lock Type
 Capital Lock Setting
 Alphabet Transmission
 Numeric Transmission

Note: Bluetooth® HID does not support these functions on PDAs – (1) Capital Lock
Setting: Auto Detection (2) Numeric Transmission: Numeric Keys

Alphabet Layout
By default, the alphabet layout is set to normal mode, also known as the standard English layout.
Select French or German keyboard layout if necessary. The scanner will make adjustments when
sending the "A", "Q", "W", "Z", "Y", and "M" characters according to this setting.

*Normal

AZERTY

QWERTZ

Note: This setting only works when the keyboard type selected is US keyboard, such as
PCAT (US). The Alphabet Layout and Numeric Layout setting must match your
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US Keyboard Style – Normal

QWERTY layout, which is normally used in western countries.

 Select “Lower Row” for the “Numeric Layout” setting for the upper row is for special
characters.

French Keyboard Style – AZERTY

French layout; see below for French Keyboard Style.

 Select “Upper Row” for the “Numeric Layout” setting for the lower row is for special
characters.

German Keyboard Layout – QWERTZ

German layout; see below for German Keyboard Style.

 Select “Lower Row” for the “Numeric Layout” setting for the upper row is for special
characters.

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Numeric Layout
Select a proper layout that matches the alphabet layout. The scanner will make adjustments
according to this setting.

Options Description
Normal Depends on the [Shift] key or [Shift Lock] setting
Lower Row For QWERTY or QWERTZ keyboard
Upper Row For AZERTY keyboard

*Normal

Upper Row

Lower Row

Note: This setting is to be used with the Character Substitution setting when support for
certain keyboard types (languages) is unavailable but required.

Capital Lock Type & Setting

In order to send the alphabet with correct case, the scanner needs to know the status of Caps Lock
on the keyboard. Incorrect settings may result in reversed case of the alphabet being transmitted.

Cap Lock Type Description

Normal Normal type
Capital Lock When enabled, the keys of alphabetic characters will be interpreted as
capital letters. However, this does not affect the number or punctuation
keys.
Shift Lock When enabled, the keys of alphabetic characters will be interpreted as
capital letters. In addition, this affects the number or punctuation keys.

*Normal

Shift Lock

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Capital Lock

Capital Lock State Description

Capital Lock OFF Assuming that the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard is OFF,
transmitted characters are exactly the same as in the barcode (when
"case-sensitive" is selected for Alphabet Transmission).
Capital Lock ON Assuming that the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard is ON, transmitted
characters are exactly the same as in the barcode (when "case-sensitive"
is selected for Alphabet Transmission).
 Refer to the Capital Lock Type above.
Auto Detection The scanner will automatically detect the status of Caps Lock on the
keyboard before data is transmitted; transmitted characters are exactly
(Suggested use for
the same as in the barcode (when "case-sensitive" is selected for
most applications)
Alphabet Transmission).
 This setting is not supported on PDAs.

Auto Detect

Capital Lock ON

*Capital Lock OFF

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Alphabet Transmission
By default, the alphabet transmission is case-sensitive, meaning that the alphabet will be
transmitted according to the original case, the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard, as well as the
Capital Lock setting. Select [Ignore Case] to have alphabet transmitted according to the status of
Caps Lock on the keyboard only.

Ignore Case

*Case-sensitive

Refer to 5.1 Letter Case.

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Numeric Transmission
By default, the alphanumeric keypad is used for transmitting digits. Select “Numeric Keypad” if you
wish to use the keys on the numeric keypad.

Numeric Key

*Alphanumeric Key

Note: If you select “Numeric Keypad”, the Num Lock status of the physical keyboard
should be “ON”. This setting is not supported on PDAs.

2.1.4 INTER-CHARACTER DELAY

By default, the inter-character delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to
254 in units of milliseconds, to match the computer response time of the keyboard
interface. Such delay time is inserted between every character being transmitted. The
longer the delay time is, the slower the transmission speed will be.

Inter-Character
Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the inter-character delay.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired inter-character delay
(in milliseconds).
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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2.1.5 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

By default, the inter-function delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254
in units of milliseconds, to match the computer response time of the keyboard interface.
Such delay time is inserted between every function code (0x01 ~ 0x1F) being
transmitted. The longer the delay time is, the slower the transmission speed will be.

Inter-Function
Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the inter-function delay.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired inter-function delay (in
milliseconds).
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

2.1.6 HID CHARACTER TRANSMIT MODE

By default, HID interface sends data to the host character by character. You may have
the scanner read the “Batch Processing” barcode to process data in batch.

Batch Processing

*By Character

Note: “By Character” transmit mode is required when working with iPhone or iPad.

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2.1.7 SPECIAL KEYBOARD FEATURE

By default, the special keyboard feature is based on the factory definition. You can decide
whether to apply the special keyboard feature. Refer to Keyboard Wedge Table.

*Apply

Bypass

2.1.8 KEYPAD SUPPORT FOR IPHONE/IPAD

When the scanner has been successfully connected to iPhone or iPad for data collection,
the onscreen keypad of iPhone or iPad will disappear. Read the “Use POWER Key to Show
or Hide Keypad” barcode in advance. Then, it will allow pressing the [Power/Delete] key
to show or hide the onscreen keypad.

*Normal

Use POWER Key to

Show or Hide Keypad

In addition to using the [Power/Delete] key, you may also show or hide the keypad by
reading the following barcode.

Show or Hide Keypad

Note: This function only works for

(1) iPhone 4 and 3GS version 4.1 or later, and (2) iPad version 4.2 or later.

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2.1.9 TRANSMIT SPEED

By default, the BT HID transmit speed is set to normal. Users can have the scanner work
in quicker transmit speed by reading the Fast barcode.

*Fast

Normal

Note: Data loss may occur while transmitting data continuously with Fast mode enabled
in the Android platform. Therefore, it’s recommended to employ the Normal mode for
Android-based devices.

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2.1.10 BT HID SLAVE/MASTER SWITCHING

By default, the BT HID role is set to slave. Users can have the scanner switch between
slave and master by reading the barcodes below.

*Slave

Master

2.1.11 BT HID AUTO-RECONNECTION

Users can decide whether to have the scanner automatically reconnect to a paired device
after disconnection, and the occasion for reconnecting.

*Auto reconnect
immediately

Auto reconnect on
data scanned

Auto reconnect off

2.1.12 CONTROL CHARACTER OUTPUT (WINDOWS ONLY)

Enable this function to output control characters ranging from 0x01 to 0x1F in text form.
For instance, [BS] (the backspace) is output rather than 0x08 when this function is
enabled.

Enable

*Disable

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2.2 BLUETOOTH® SPP SLAVE

For Bluetooth® SPP Slave, refer to Chapter 3 – Setting up a WPAN Connection for related
connection settings.

2.2.1 ACTIVATE BLUETOOTH® SPP SLAVE MODE

This is SPP Slave Mode.

Activate Bluetooth®
SPP, Slave Mode

2.2.2 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

By default, the inter-function delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254
in units of milliseconds, to match the computer response time of the keyboard interface.
Such delay time is inserted between every function code (0x01 ~ 0x1F) being
transmitted. The longer the delay time is, the slower the transmission speed will be.

Inter-Function
Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the inter-function delay.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired inter-function delay (in
milliseconds).
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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2.2.3 ACK/NAK TIMEOUT

By default, the scanner sends data to the host without waiting for an ACK/NAK response
before sending more data. Specify a value, ranging from 1 to 99 in units of 0.1 second. If
no response within the specified period of time, the scanner will attempt to send the
same data two more times. If all attempts fail without any notification, data loss will
occur.

ACK/NAK Time-out
after … (*0~99)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the time interval for the scanner to send data and
wait for a response from the host.
2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233. For example, read “1” and “0” for the
scanner to automatically shut down after being idle for 1 second.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

ACK/NAK Error Beep

Enable Error Beep

*Disable Error Beep

Note: We suggest enabling the error beep so that you will be notified of such data loss
and have the scanner re-read data.

2.2.4 BT SPP SLAVE HARDWARE FLOW CONTROL

By default, the data sending via Bluetooth SPP doesn’t employ hardware flow control. In
some cases users may want to enable hardware flow control to prevent data loss during
transmission. Please scan the barcode below to enable/disable it.

*Disable

Enable

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2.3 BLUETOOTH® SPP MASTER

As a SPP master device, the scanner will be able to resume connection with the host
upon powering on again, as long as the host application is running. If the scanner fails to
resume connection, it will try every 5 seconds to re-connect to the host unless you read
the “Reset Connection” or “Restore System Defaults” barcode.

For Bluetooth® SPP Master, refer 3.2.2 Configure Related Settings for related connection
settings.

Note: In SPP Master Mode, scanner has to connect within the specified period of time (2
minutes by default). During the connection, the scanner will enter into idle mode
to save power. It will automatically turn off when the time is up. Refer to 1.1.3
Auto Power Off & Power-Saving.

2.3.1 ACTIVATE BLUETOOTH® SPP MASTER MODE

This is SPP Master Mode.

Activate Bluetooth®
SPP, Master Mode

How to connect with the target device?

Produce two setup barcodes for the target SPP slave device, just like what we do for 3610.
 “Set Connection”
 “MAC ID”

Note: The “MAC ID” barcode must have a prefix of two characters, either “0x” or “0X”,
followed by the real MAC address of the target device.

Usage:
1) Read the “Activate Bluetooth® SPP, Master Mode” barcode above and barcodes for connection
settings, such as authentication and preset PIN. Skip this step if no connection settings are
desired.
2) Read the “Set Connection” and “MAC ID” barcodes. The scanner will respond with one beep
upon reading each of the barcodes.

Set Connection

Prefix “0X” to target MAC address

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Note: Read the “Set Connection” barcode first, and then the “MAC ID” barcode within 10
seconds.

Instead of producing the “MAC ID” barcode, you may read the setup barcodes for entering the MAC
address.
 Read the “Abort” barcode to cancel the operation at any time while reading setup barcodes for
the MAC address. If the MAC address has not been completed yet, reading the “Validate”
barcode can cancel the operation as well.

Enter MAC ID in
Hexadecimal…

Usage:
1) Read the barcode above.
2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired MAC address.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

Connect with the target device by scanning a single 1D setting barcode

Users can produce a single 1D setup barcode that combines the “Set Connection” and “MAC ID”
setup barcodes to connect with the target device. While producing the barcode, be aware the letter
upper/lower case “SeTcOn” and the barcode must be the Code 128 symbology.
Usage:
Read the “SeTcOnxxxxxxxxxxxx” 1D single barcode (‘xxxxxxxxxxxx’ represents the MAC ID,
see the example below). The scanner will respond with one beep upon reading the barcode.

Exit SPP Master Mode

To stop such re-connection, read “Reset Connection” or “Restore System Defaults” barcode so that
the current connection record (= MAC ID) will be cleared. Then, the scanner will restart itself
automatically. Go through the process in 3.2.3 Connect to Dongle to establish a new WPAN
connection.

Reset Connection

2.3.2 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

By default, the inter-function delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254
in units of milliseconds, to match the computer response time of the keyboard interface.
Such delay time is inserted between every function code (0x01 ~ 0x1F) being
transmitted. The longer the delay time is, the slower the transmission speed will be.

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Inter-Function
Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the inter-function delay.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired inter-function delay (in
milliseconds).
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

2.3.3 ACK/NAK TIMEOUT

By default, the scanner sends data to the host without waiting for an ACK/NAK response
before sending more data. Specify a value, ranging from 1 to 99 in units of 0.1 second. If
no response within the specified period of time, the scanner will attempt to send the
same data two more times. If all attempts fail without any notification, data loss will
occur.

ACK/NAK Time-out
after … (*0~99)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the time interval for the scanner to send data and
wait for a response from the host.
2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233. For example, read “1” and “0” for the
scanner to automatically shut down after being idle for 1 second.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

ACK/NAK Error Beep

Enable Error Beep

*Disable Error Beep

Note: We suggest enabling the error beep so that you will be notified of such data loss
and have the scanner re-read data.

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2.3.4 SWITCH BETWEEN MASTER/SLAVE MODE

After the scanner has established a connection as a SPP slave device, you may read the
“Activate Bluetooth® SPP, Master Mode” setup barcode to switch to SPP Master Mode.
This will result in easy and reliable re-connection, just like connecting with 3610.

2.3.5 BT SPP MASTER HARDWARE FLOW CONTROL

By default, the data sending via Bluetooth SPP doesn’t employ hardware flow control. In
some cases users may want to enable hardware flow control to prevent data loss during
transmission. Please scan the barcode below to enable/disable it.

*Disable

Enable

2.3.6 BT SPP MASTER AUTO-RECONNECTION

Users can decide whether to have the scanner automatically reconnect to a paired device
after disconnection, and the occasion for reconnecting.

*Auto reconnect
immediately

Auto reconnect on
data scanned

Auto reconnect off

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2.4 USB HID VIA 3610

For USB HID, connect 3610 to the USB port of PC, and then connect the scanner to 3610.
The scanned data will be transmitted to the computer. To capture the data run any text
editor on your computer.

HID Settings Defaults

Keyboard Type PCAT (US)
Numeric Layout Normal
Capital Lock Type Normal
Capital Lock State Off
Alphabet Transmission Case-sensitive
Numeric Transmission Alphanumeric keypad
Inter-Character Delay 0 (ms)
Inter-Function Delay 0 (ms)

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2.4.1 ACTIVATE USB HID & SELECT KEYBOARD TYPE

When USB HID interface is activated, you will have to select a keyboard type to complete
this setting.

Activate
3610 USB HID & Select
Keyboard Type…

1) Read the barcode above to activate USB HID and select a keyboard type.
2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233. Refer to the table below for the
number of desired keyboard type.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

USB HID
The following keyboard types are supported —

No. Keyboard Type No. Keyboard Type

64 PCAT (US) 72 PCAT (Spanish)
65 PCAT (French) 73 PCAT (Portuguese)
66 PCAT (German) 74 PS55 A01-2 (Japanese)
67 PCAT (Italy) 75 User-defined table
68 PCAT (Swedish) 76 PCAT (Turkish)
69 PCAT (Norwegian) 77 PCAT (Hungarian)
70 PCAT (UK) 78 PCAT (Swiss German)
71 PCAT (Belgium) 79 PCAT (Danish)

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2.4.2 KEYBOARD SETTINGS

 Alphabet Layout
 Numeric Layout
 Capital Lock Type
 Capital Lock Setting
 Alphabet Transmission
 Numeric Transmission

Alphabet Layout
By default, the alphabet layout is set to normal mode, also known as the standard English layout.
Select French or German keyboard layout if necessary. The scanner will make adjustments when
sending the "A", "Q", "W", "Z", "Y", and "M" characters according to this setting.

*Normal

AZERTY

QWERTZ

Note: This setting only works when the keyboard type selected is US keyboard, such as
PCAT (US). The Alphabet Layout and Numeric Layout setting must match your
keyboard.

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US Keyboard Style – Normal

QWERTY layout, which is normally used in western countries.

 Select “Lower Row” for the “Numeric Layout” setting for the upper row is for special
characters.

French Keyboard Style – AZERTY

French layout; see below for French Keyboard Style.

 Select “Upper Row” for the “Numeric Layout” setting for the lower row is for special
characters.

German Keyboard Layout – QWERTZ

German layout; see below for German Keyboard Style.

 Select “Lower Row” for the “Numeric Layout” setting for the upper row is for special
characters.

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Numeric Layout
Select a proper layout that matches the alphabet layout. The scanner will make adjustments
according to this setting.

Options Description
Normal Depends on the [Shift] key or [Shift Lock] setting
Lower Row For QWERTY or QWERTZ keyboard
Upper Row For AZERTY keyboard

*Normal

Upper Row

Lower Row

Note: This setting is to be used with the Character Substitution setting when support for
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Capital Lock Type & Setting

In order to send the alphabet with correct case, the scanner needs to know the status of Caps Lock
on the keyboard. Incorrect settings may result in reversed case of the alphabet being transmitted.

Cap Lock Type Description

Normal Normal type
Capital Lock When enabled, the keys of alphabetic characters will be interpreted as
capital letters. However, this does not affect the number or punctuation
keys.
Shift Lock When enabled, the keys of alphabetic characters will be interpreted as
capital letters. In addition, this affects the number or punctuation keys.

*Normal

Shift Lock

Capital Lock

Capital Lock State Description

Capital Lock OFF Assuming that the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard is OFF,
transmitted characters are exactly the same as in the barcode (when
"case-sensitive" is selected for Alphabet Transmission).
Capital Lock ON Assuming that the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard is ON, transmitted
characters are exactly the same as in the barcode (when "case-sensitive"
is selected for Alphabet Transmission).
 Refer to the Capital Lock Type above.
Auto Detection The scanner will automatically detect the status of Caps Lock on the
keyboard before data is transmitted; transmitted characters are exactly
(suggested use for
the same as in the barcode (when "case-sensitive" is selected for
most applications)
Alphabet Transmission).

Auto Detect

Capital Lock ON

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*Capital Lock OFF

Alphabet Transmission
By default, the alphabet transmission is case-sensitive, meaning that the alphabet will be
transmitted according to the original case, the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard, as well as the
Capital Lock setting. Select [Ignore Case] to have alphabet transmitted according to the status of
Caps Lock on the keyboard only.

Ignore Case

*Case-sensitive

Refer to 5.1 Letter Case.

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Numeric Transmission
By default, the alphanumeric keypad is used for transmitting digits. Select “Numeric Keypad” if you
wish to use the keys on the numeric keypad.

Numeric Key

*Alphanumeric Key

Note: If you select “Numeric Keypad”, the Num Lock status of the physical keyboard
should be "ON".

2.4.3 INTER-CHARACTER DELAY

By default, the inter-character delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to
254 in units of milliseconds, to match the computer response time of the keyboard
interface. Such delay time is inserted between every character being transmitted. The
longer the delay time is, the slower the transmission speed will be.

Inter-Character
Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the inter-character delay.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired inter-character delay
(in milliseconds).
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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2.4.4 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

By default, the inter-function delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254
in units of milliseconds, to match the computer response time of the keyboard interface.
Such delay time is inserted between every function code (0x01 ~ 0x1F) being
transmitted. The longer the delay time is, the slower the transmission speed will be.

Inter-Function
Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the inter-function delay.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired inter-function delay (in
milliseconds).
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

2.4.5 HID CHARACTER TRANSMIT MODE

By default, HID interface sends data to the host character by character. You may have
the scanner read the “Batch Processing” barcode to process data in batch.

Batch Processing

*By Character

Note: “By Character” transmit mode is required when working with iPhone or iPad.

2.4.6 SPECIAL KEYBOARD FEATURE

By default, the special keyboard feature is based on the factory definition. You can decide
whether to apply the special keyboard feature. Refer to Keyboard Wedge Table.

*Apply

Bypass

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2.4.7 USB HID VIA 3610 AUTO-RECONNECTION

Users can decide whether to have the scanner automatically reconnect to a paired device
after disconnection, and the occasion for reconnecting.

*Auto reconnect
immediately

Auto reconnect on
data scanned

Auto reconnect off

2.4.8 USB POLLING INTERVAL

Scan the barcodes below to specify the USB polling interval ranging from 1 to 15ms. It’s
set to 10ms by default.

Set USB polling

interval 1~15 ms
(*10)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the USB polling interval.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired time period (in
milliseconds).
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

2.4.9 CONTROL CHARACTER OUTPUT (WINDOWS ONLY)

Enable this function to output control characters ranging from 0x01 to 0x1F in text form.
For instance, [BS] (the backspace) is output rather than 0x08 when this function is
enabled.

Enable

*Disable

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2.5 USB VIRTUAL COM VIA 3610

Connect 3610 to the USB port of PC, and then connect the scanner to 3610. You may run
HyperTerminal.exe on the computer to view and capture the data transmission from the
scanner.

2.5.1 ACTIVATE USB VIRTUAL COM

Activate 3610
USB Virtual COM

Note: If you are using USB Virtual COM for the first time, you must install its driver
beforehand. Driver version 5.4 or later is required. Please remove older versions
before installing new ones!

2.5.2 ACTIVATE USB VIRTUAL COM_CDC

Activate 3610
USB Virtual COM_CDC

Note: 3610 with firmware version 2.0 or later supports this function.

2.5.3 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

By default, the inter-function delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254
in units of milliseconds, to match the computer response time of the keyboard interface.
Such delay time is inserted between every function code (0x01 ~ 0x1F) being
transmitted. The longer the delay time is, the slower the transmission speed will be.

Inter-Function
Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the inter-function delay.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired inter-function delay (in
milliseconds).
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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2.5.4 ACK/NAK TIMEOUT

By default, the scanner sends data to the host without waiting for an ACK/NAK response
before sending more data. Specify a value, ranging from 1 to 99 in units of 0.1 second. If
no response within the specified period of time, the scanner will attempt to send the
same data two more times. If all attempts fail without any notification, data loss will
occur.

ACK/NAK Time-out
after … (*0~99)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the time interval for the scanner to send data and
wait for a response from the host.
2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233. For example, read “1” and “0” for the
scanner to automatically shut down after being idle for 1 second.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

ACK/NAK Error Beep

Enable Error Beep

*Disable Error Beep

Note: We suggest enabling the error beep so that you will be notified of such data loss
and have the scanner re-read data.

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2.5.5 USB VIRTUAL COM/COM_CDC VIA 3610 AUTO-RECONNECTION

Users can decide whether to have the scanner automatically reconnect to a paired device
after disconnection, and the occasion for reconnecting.

*Auto reconnect
immediately

Auto reconnect on
data scanned

Auto reconnect off

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2.6 DIRECT USB HID

1663 supports “Direct” USB HID interface for memory mode. Use the provided USB cable
to connect 1663 to the USB port of PC. Run any text editor on a computer to view and
capture the scanned data being transmitted to the computer. Refer to 1.2.2 Memory
Mode.

HID Settings Defaults

Keyboard Type HID PCAT (US)
Numeric Layout Normal
Capital Lock Type Normal
Capital Lock State OFF
Alphabet Transmission Case Sensitive
Numeric Transmission Alphanumeric Keypad
Inter-Character Delay 0 (ms)
Inter-Function Delay 0 (ms)

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2.6.1 ACTIVATE USB HID & SELECT KEYBOARD TYPE

When USB HID interface is activated, please select a keyboard type to complete this
setting.

Activate
Direct USB HID &
Select Keyboard
Type…

1) Read the barcode above to activate USB HID and select a keyboard type.
2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode page 233 . Refer to the table below for the number
of desired keyboard type.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

USB HID
By default, the keyboard type is set to PCAT (US). The following keyboard types are supported —

No. Keyboard Type No. Keyboard Type

64 PCAT (US) 72 PCAT (Spanish)
65 PCAT (French) 73 PCAT (Portuguese)
66 PCAT (German) 74 PS55 A01-2 (Japanese)
67 PCAT (Italy) 75 User-defined table
68 PCAT (Swedish) 76 PCAT (Turkish)
69 PCAT (Norwegian) 77 PCAT (Hungarian)
70 PCAT (UK) 78 PCAT (Swiss German)
71 PCAT (Belgium) 79 PCAT (Danish)

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2.6.2 KEYBOARD SETTINGS

 Alphabet Layout
 Numeric Layout
 Capital Lock Type
 Capital Lock Setting
 Alphabet Transmission
 Numeric Transmission

Alphabet Layout
By default, the alphabet layout is set to normal mode, also known as the standard English layout.
Select French or German keyboard layout if necessary. The scanner will make adjustments when
sending the "A", "Q", "W", "Z", "Y", and "M" characters according to this setting.

*Normal

AZERTY

QWERTZ

Note: This setting only works when the keyboard type selected is US keyboard, such as
PCAT (US). The Alphabet Layout and Numeric Layout setting must match using
keyboard.

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US Keyboard Style – Normal

QWERTY layout, which is normally used in western countries.

 Select “Lower Row” for the “Numeric Layout” setting for the upper row is for special
characters.

French Keyboard Style – AZERTY

French layout; see below for French Keyboard Style.

 Select “Upper Row” for the “Numeric Layout” setting for the lower row is for special
characters.

German Keyboard Layout – QWERTZ

German layout; see below for German Keyboard Style.

 Select “Lower Row” for the “Numeric Layout” setting for the upper row is for special
characters.

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Numeric Layout
Select a proper layout that matches the alphabet layout. The scanner will make adjustments
according to this setting.

Options Description
Normal Depends on the [Shift] key or [Shift Lock] setting
Lower Row For QWERTY or QWERTZ keyboard
Upper Row For AZERTY keyboard

*Normal

Upper Row

Lower Row

Note: This setting is to be used with the Character Substitution setting when support for
certain keyboard types (languages) is unavailable but required.

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Capital Lock Type & Setting

In order to send the alphabet with correct case, the scanner needs to know the status of Caps Lock
on the keyboard. Incorrect settings may result in reversed case of the alphabet being transmitted.

Cap Lock Type Description

Normal Normal type
Capital Lock When enabled, the keys of alphabetic characters will be interpreted as
capital letters. However, this does not affect the number or punctuation
keys.
Shift Lock When enabled, the keys of alphabetic characters will be interpreted as
capital letters. In addition, this affects the number or punctuation keys.

*Normal

Shift Lock

Capital Lock

Capital Lock State Description

Capital Lock OFF Assuming that the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard is OFF,
transmitted characters are exactly the same as in the barcode (when
"case-sensitive" is selected for Alphabet Transmission).
Capital Lock ON Assuming that the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard is ON, transmitted
characters are exactly the same as in the barcode (when "case-sensitive"
is selected for Alphabet Transmission).
 Refer to the Capital Lock Type above.
Auto Detection The scanner will automatically detect the status of Caps Lock on the
keyboard before data is transmitted; transmitted characters are exactly
(suggested use for
the same as in the barcode (when "case-sensitive" is selected for
most applications)
Alphabet Transmission).

Auto Detect

Capital Lock ON

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*Capital Lock OFF

Alphabet Transmission
By default, the alphabet transmission is case-sensitive, meaning that the alphabet will be
transmitted according to the original case, the status of Caps Lock on the keyboard, as well as the
Capital Lock setting. Select [Ignore Case] to have alphabet transmitted according to the status of
Caps Lock on the keyboard only.

Ignore Case

*Case-sensitive

Refer to 5.1 Letter Case.

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Numeric Transmission
By default, the alphanumeric keypad is used for transmitting numerics. Select “Numeric Keypad” if
want to use the keys on the numeric keypad.

Numeric Key

*Alphanumeric Key

Note: If selecting “Numeric Keypad”, the Num Lock status of the physical keyboard
should be "ON".

2.6.3 INTER-CHARACTER DELAY

By default, the inter-character delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to
254 in units of milliseconds, to match the computer response time of the keyboard
interface. Such delay time is inserted between every character being transmitted. The
longer the delay time is, the slower the transmission speed will be.

Inter-Character
Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the inter-character delay.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired inter-character delay
(in milliseconds).
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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2.6.4 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

By default, the inter-function delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254
in units of milliseconds, to match the computer response time of the keyboard interface.
Such delay time is inserted between every function code (0x01 ~ 0x1F) being
transmitted. The longer the delay time is, the slower the transmission speed will be.

Inter-Function
Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the inter-function delay.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired inter-function delay (in
milliseconds).
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

2.6.5 HID CHARACTER TRANSMIT MODE

By default, HID interface sends data to the host character by character. You may have
the scanner read the “Batch Processing” barcode to process data in batch.

Batch Processing

*By Character

Note: “By Character” transmit mode is required when working with iPhone or iPad.

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2.6.6 SPECIAL KEYBOARD FEATURE

By default, the special keyboard feature is based on the factory definition. You can decide
whether to apply the special keyboard feature. Refer to Keyboard Wedge Table.

*Apply

Bypass

2.6.7 USB POLLING INTERVAL

Scan the barcodes below to specify the USB polling interval ranging from 1 to 15ms. It’s
set to 10ms by default.

Set USB polling

interval 1~15 ms
(*10)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the USB polling interval.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired time period (in
milliseconds).
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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2.6.8 CONTROL CHARACTER OUTPUT (WINDOWS ONLY)

Enable this function to output control characters ranging from 0x01 to 0x1F in text form.
For instance, [BS] (the backspace) is output rather than 0x08 when this function is
enabled.

Enable

*Disable

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2.7 DIRECT USB VIRTUAL COM

1663 supports “Direct” USB Virtual COM interface for memory mode. Use the provided
USB cable to connect 1663 to the USB port of PC. You may run HyperTerminal.exe on a
computer to view and capture the scanned data being transmitted to the computer. Refer
to 1.2.2 Memory Mode.

2.7.1 ACTIVATE USB VIRTUAL COM

*Activate Direct USB

Virtual COM

Note: If using USB Virtual COM for the first time, install its driver beforehand. Driver
version 5.4 or later is required. Please remove older versions before installing new
ones!

2.7.2 AVTIVATE USB VIRTUAL COM_CDC

*Activate Direct USB

Virtual COM_CDC

Note: If using USB Virtual COM for the first time, install its driver beforehand.

2.7.3 INTER-FUNCTION DELAY

By default, the inter-function delay is set to zero. Specify a value, ranging from 0 to 254
in units of milliseconds, to match the computer response time of the keyboard interface.
Such delay time is inserted between every function code (0x01 ~ 0x1F) being
transmitted. The longer the delay time is, the slower the transmission speed will be.

Inter-Function
Delay… (*0~254)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the inter-function delay.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired inter-function delay (in
milliseconds).
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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2.7.3 ACK/NAK TIMEOUT

By default, the scanner sends data to the host without waiting for an ACK/NAK response
before sending more data. Specify a value, ranging from 1 to 99 in units of 0.1 second. If
no response within the specified period of time, the scanner will attempt to send the
same data two more times. If all attempts fail without any notification, data loss will
occur.

ACK/NAK Time-out
after … (*0~99)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the time interval for the scanner to send data and
wait for a response from the host.
2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233. For example, read “1” and “0” for the
scanner to automatically shut down after being idle for 1 second.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

ACK/NAK Error Beep

Enable Error Beep

*Disable Error Beep

Note: We suggest enabling the error beep so that data loss is notified and the scanner
re-read data.

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SET UP A WPAN CONNECTION
The scanner can be configured to send data to a host computer wirelessly via the 3610
dongle, or to a notebook computer or PDA with Bluetooth® wireless technology. Upon
powering up, the scanner will be ready to establish a WPAN connection.

To establish a connection via 3610 after reading “Set Connection” and “Serial No.” barcodes …

Interface Option Reference

USB HID 2.4 USB HID via 3610
USB Virtual COM 2.5 USB Virtual COM via 3610

To establish a connection via Bluetooth® dongle after pairing…

Interface Option Reference

®
Bluetooth HID 2.1 Bluetooth® HID
®
Bluetooth SPP 2.2 Bluetooth® SPP Slave, 2.3 Bluetooth®
SPP Master

IN THIS CHAPTER
3.1 Connecting via 3610 .................................................. 102
3.2 Connecting via Bluetooth® Dongle ............................... 104

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3.1 CONNECTING VIA 3610

By default, the interface of 3610 is set to “USB HID”. You can have up to seven scanners
connected to one computer at the same time.

Note: If using USB Virtual COM for the first time, you must install its driver beforehand.
Driver version 5.4 or later is required. Please remove older versions!

3.1.1 CONNECT TO 3610

The scanner can connect to 3610 by scanning either two setting barcodes or a single 1D
setting barcode.

By scanning two setting barcodes in sequence

Connect any scanner to 3610 by reading the two labels at the back of 3610. The scanner will
respond with one beep upon reading each of the labels.
 “Set Connection” label
 “Serial Number” label
After reading these labels, the scanner will stay active for a specified period of time (2 minutes by
default) trying to connect to the 3610 while its LED is flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s).
Once connected, the scanner will respond with three beeps (tone ascending from low to high), and
the LED flashes blue (On/Off ratio 0.02 s: 3 s). When out of range, the scanner will respond with
three short beeps (tone descending from high to low).
Usage:
Read the “Set Connection” barcode first, and then the “Serial Number” barcode. If the “Set
Connection” barcode on 3610 is illegible, try this one —

Set Connection

Note: The 3610 settings will overwrite the interface-related settings on the scanners that
are currently connected to 3610.

By scanning a single 1D setting barcode

Users can produce a single 1D setup barcode that combines the “Set Connection” and “3610 Serial
Number” setup barcodes to connect with the target device. While producing the barcode, be aware
the letter upper/lower case “SeTcOn” and the barcode must be the Code 128 symbology.
Usage:
Read the “SeTcOnxxxxxxxxx” 1D single barcode. The scanner will respond with one beep
upon reading the barcode.

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3.1.2 CHANGE INTERFACE

If you want to change the communication interface of 3610, use one of the connected
scanners to configure the interface-related settings and the scanner will pass the new
settings to 3610, which will then initialize and pass the settings to other connected
scanners.

1) Read the “Set Connection” and “Serial Number” barcodes at the back of 3610.
2) Within two minutes, connect 3610 to the USB port of PC. For USB Virtual COM, you
will need to install its driver first!
3) Scanners will connect to the computer via 3610.
4) Read the “Enter Setup” barcode to enter the configuration mode.
5) Read the desired interface barcode and configure its related settings –
 “Activate USB HID & Select Keyboard Type”

 “Activate USB Virtual COM”

6) Read the “Update” barcode to exit the configuration mode.

7) After the scanner resumes connection with 3610, it will pass the interface-related
settings to 3610.
8) Upon receipt of the new settings, 3610 will initialize itself.
9) Updated with new settings, 3610 will pass the settings to other connected scanners.

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3.2 CONNECTING VIA BLUETOOTH® DONGLE

3.2.1 CHANGE INTERFACE

Below is the procedure to configure the scanner before establishing a WPAN connection
via Bluetooth® dongle.

1) Read the “Enter Setup” barcode to enter the configuration mode.

2) Read the desired interface barcode –
®
 “Activate Bluetooth HID & Select Keyboard Type”
®
 “Activate Bluetooth SPP Slave Mode”
®
 “Activate Bluetooth SPP Master Mode”
3) Read the barcodes related to WPAN settings, such as Device Name Broadcasting,
Authentication & PIN Code, etc.
4) Read the “Update” barcode to exit the configuration mode.
5) The scanner will stay active for a specified period of time (2 minutes by default)
waiting for a connection request from the host (SPP Slave Mode) or trying to connect
to the host (HID or SPP Master Mode). Its CPU is running at full speed, and the LED is
flashing blue (On/Off ratio 0.5 s: 0.5 s).
Once connected, when out of range, the scanner will respond with three short beeps
(tone descending from high to low).

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3.2.2 CONFIGURE RELATED SETTINGS

Sniff Mode (Power-saving)

By default, this feature is enabled, meaning the scanner will listen to the wireless network at a
reduced rate.

*Enable

Disable

Note: When connecting more than two scanners to a notebook computer or PDA with
Bluetooth® wireless technology, we suggest that you disable the power-saving
setting for a more reliable connection.

Device Name Broadcasting

The scanner can be configured to hide itself from other devices equipped with Bluetooth® wireless
technology. Simply disable the device name broadcasting setting so that it won’t be discovered by
any other computer or PDA. However, broadcasting must be enabled for establishing an initial
connection with the scanner. For example, disable device name broadcasting after successfully
connecting the scanner to WorkStation1. Such connection will be maintained automatically unless
the scanner is removed from the paired device list (called unpairing) by WorkStation1 or any
changes made to authentication and PIN code. If you want WorkStation2 to connect to the
scanner, you have to enable device name broadcasting first.

*Enable

Disable

Note: By default, device name broadcasting is enabled (which is required for initial
connection).

Changing Device Name

By default, the device name (local hostname) combines the model name with serial number (for
example, 1663AS2000001). Users are allowed to configure the device name with length up to 13
bytes.

Change Bluetooth
Local Hostname

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1) Read the barcode above to configure the device name.

2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired character string.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

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Authentication
When any changes are made to authentication and PIN code on the scanner side, you will have to
remove the scanner from the paired device list (called unpairing) and go through the whole process
to re-establish the connection.
The scanner allows up to 16 characters for a PIN code and provides two options for authentication:

Enable Authentication with Preset PIN

Read the “Use preset PIN” barcode, and change the preset PIN if necessary. This means you will
have to enter exactly the same string for your computer or PDA to connect to the scanner. If the
PIN or passkey is incorrect, any connection attempt will be turned down by the scanner. See
step 8 in 3.2.3 Connect to Dongle.
1) Read the “Use preset PIN” barcode to enable authentication with a preset PIN.

Use Preset PIN

2) Read one of the barcodes to specify the PIN code, in decimal or hexadecimal.
By default, the PIN code is set to “0000”. Maximum 16 characters are allowed.

Enter PIN in
Hexadecimal …

Enter PIN in
Decimal…

3) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 or the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on
page 234 for the desired digits or character string.
Read the “Clear PIN Code” barcode first if you need to re-input the PIN code.

Clear PIN Code

4) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

Enable Authentication with Random PIN or No Authentication

By default, it is set to “No PIN or use random PIN”, which depends on the setting of the target
device. (No PIN = No authentication.)

*No PIN or
use random PIN

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Use random PIN

No PIN required

Note: When using Bluetooth® HID, some device driver may not support pre-defined PIN
code for authentication. In this case, make sure you have the scanner set to “No
PIN or use random PIN” before pairing. While pairing, the host PIN code will be
displayed on the computer screen. Have the scanner read the setup barcode
“Enter PIN Code in Decimal” or “Enter PIN Code in Hexadecimal” to input the
matching PIN code. Refer to Disable Authentication or Use Random PIN.

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3.2.3 CONNECT TO DONGLE

The procedure goes through associating devices for establishing a WPAN connection,
which is pretty much the same except for the software you are using. If your computer is
running Microsoft® Windows® XP (SP1 to SP3), Windows Vista® Service Pack 1 (SP1) and
Windows 7, you can use the software support that Windows® includes, or you can use
the driver that the device manufacturer provides. Now, let’s try using the software
support that Windows® XP Service Pack 2 includes.

Bluetooth® HID Procedure

By default, Bluetooth® HID is activated on the scanner, and the keyboard type is set to PCAT (US).
When Bluetooth® HID is re-activated, you will have to select a keyboard type to complete this
setting.
The procedure is the same as for Bluetooth® SPP. Refer to steps 1~11 below.

Bluetooth® SPP Procedure

1) Turn on the Bluetooth® function on your computer, running Windows XP SP2.
2)
Double-click the Bluetooth® icon from the lower right of the taskbar.
Alternatively, you may go to Control Panel > Bluetooth Devices.
3) Click [Add] to search devices nearby.

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4) Turn on the scanner with correct WPAN settings, such as select Bluetooth® SPP or Bluetooth®
HID, broadcasting enabled, authentication enabled, and PIN code specified, etc. Select the
check box of [My device is set up and ready to be found] on your computer.
5) Click [Next].

6) Wait for a few seconds for the Wizard to search available devices nearby.
The scanner will appear with its “serial number” as the device name. You may double-check
the “Serial Number” label on the scanner to ensure connecting with the correct scanner.
Select the target scanner. If the target scanner does not appear on the list, click [Search
Again] to refresh the list. The scanner might enter Suspend Mode now, and you can press the
trigger to have it active again (=discoverable). It will then stay active for a specified period of
time (2 minutes by default) and wait for PC to establish a connection.

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7) Click [Next].

8) Enter the passkey for authentication, which must be exactly the same as configured for the
scanner.

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9) Click [Next]. Wait for a few seconds for Windows to exchange passkeys.

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Note: When Bluetooth security is enabled without providing a pre-set PIN code, dynamic
input of PIN code is supported.

10) Click [Finish].

1663 as Bluetooth® SPP Slave

1663 as Bluetooth® SPP Master

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11) Now the target scanner will be listed as below.

You can have up to seven scanners connected to one computer at the same time.

Click to remove the selected item

Note: When any changes are made to authentication and PIN code on the scanner side,
or you want to change to use Bluetooth® HID, it is suggested that you remove the
scanner from the paired device list (called unpairing) and go through the whole
process to re-establish the connection.

12) Run the desired application on your computer, such as HyperTerminal.exe if using Bluetooth®
SPP or Notepad.exe if using Bluetooth® HID.
The status of the scanner listed on the device list will be updated to “Connected”, indicating
the WPAN connection is established successfully via the outgoing COM port if using
Bluetooth® SPP.

Note: Even though the scanner is connected to the host with authentication disabled (=
no PIN code required), the host may still request a PIN code while the application
is opening COM port. Dynamic input of PIN code is supported so that you may
input a matching PIN code on the scanner. Refer to Disable Authentication or Use
Random PIN.

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Bluetooth® SPP Connected

Bluetooth® SPP Disconnected

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3.2.4 SECURE SIMPLE PAIRING (SSP)

Secure Simple Pairing (SSP), introduced in Bluetooth® Core Specification 2.1 + EDR, is a
new feature designed to ease the pairing process while keeping up the communication
security level. This function is disabled by default. When connecting to a Bluetooth® host
that supports Bluetooth® HID or Bluetooth® SPP profile, you can implement the secure
simple pairing process. By scanning the Enable barcode below, the password dialog box
won’t show up during the pairing process.

*Enable

Disable

Note: Simple pairing only supports to the device with Bluetooth® v2.1 or later.

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CHANGE SYMBOLOGY SETTINGS
In this chapter, a brief on the symbology settings is provided for your reference.

Users can simply scan the setting barcodes below to disable/enable all symbologies.

Enable

Disable

Settings for each particular symbology will be depicted as follows.

IN THIS CHAPTER
4.1 Codabar ................................................................... 118
4.2 Code 25 – Industrial 25 ............................................. 120
4.3 Code 25 – Interleaved 25........................................... 123
4.4 Code 25 – Matrix 25 .................................................. 126
4.5 Code 39 ................................................................... 129
4.6 Trioptic Code 39 ....................................................... 131
4.7 Code 93 ................................................................. 131
4.8 Code 128 ................................................................. 131
4.9 EAN-8...................................................................... 132
4.10 EAN-13 .................................................................. 134
4.11 GS1-128 (EAN-128) ................................................ 137
4.12 ISBT 128 .............................................................. 139
4.13 MSI ....................................................................... 140
4.14 French Pharmacode ................................................. 142
4.15 Italian Pharmacode ................................................. 143
4.16 Plessey .................................................................. 144
4.17 GS1 DataBar (RSS Family) ....................................... 145
4.18 Telepen .................................................................. 151
4.19 UPC-A .................................................................... 152
4.20 UPC-E .................................................................... 154
4.21 Code 11 ................................................................. 157

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4.1 CODABAR

*Enable

Disable

4.1.1 CODABAR SECURITY LEVEL

Security Level renders more decoding accuracy giving consideration to barcodes’ print
quality. Decide the security level for reading CodaBar barcodes.

* High

Normal

4.1.2 START/STOP CHARACTERS SELECTION

Select one of the four different start/stop character pairs –

* abcd/abcd

abcd/tn*e

ABCD/ABCD

ABCD/TN*E

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4.1.3 START/STOP TRANSMISSION

Decide whether to include the start/stop characters in the data being transmitted.

Transmit Start/Stop
Characters

*Do Not Transmit

4.1.4 CLSI CONVERSION

When enabled, the CLSI editing strips the start/stop characters and inserts a space after
the first, fifth, and tenth characters of a 14-character Codabar barcode.

Apply CLSI Editing

*Do Not Apply

Note: The 14-character barcode length does not include start/stop characters.

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4.2 CODE 25 – INDUSTRIAL 25

*Enable

Disable

4.2.1 START/STOP PATTERN SELECTION

This decides the readability of all 2 of 5 symbology variants. For example, flight tickets
actually use an Industrial 2 of 5 barcode but with Interleaved 2 of 5 start/stop pattern. In
order to read this barcode, the start/stop pattern selection parameter of Industrial 2 of 5
should set to "Interleaved 25".

*Industrial 25
Start/Stop Pattern

Interleaved 25
Start/Stop Pattern

Matrix 25
Start/Stop Pattern

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4.2.2 VERIFY CHECK DIGIT

Decide whether to verify the check digit. If incorrect, the barcode will not be accepted.

Verify Industrial 25
Check Digit

*Do Not Verify

4.2.3 TRANSMIT CHECK DIGIT

Decide whether to include the check digit in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit
Industrial 25
Check Digit

Do Not Transmit

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4.2.4 CODE LENGTH QUALIFICATION

To prevent the "short scan" error, define the "Length Qualification" settings to ensure
that the correct barcode is read by qualifying the allowable code length.

 If "Max/Min Length" is selected, the maximum length and the minimum length must
be specified. It only accepts those barcodes with lengths that fall between max/min
lengths specified.
 If “Fixed Length” is selected, up to 2 fixed lengths can be specified.

1) Read the barcode to enable either Max. /Min. Length qualification or Fixed Length(s)
qualification.

*Enable Max./Min.
Length (0~127)…

Enable Fixed
Length(s)…

2) Read the barcode for Max. Length or Fixed Length 1, and follow steps 3~4.
Repeat steps 2~4 for Min. Length or Fixed Length 2.

Max. Length (*127) or

Fixed Length 1

Min. Length (*4) or

Fixed Length 2

3) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired length.
4) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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4.2.5 SECURITY LEVEL

Security Level renders more decoding accuracy giving consideration to barcodes’ print
quality. Decide the security level for reading Code 25 barcodes.

Normal

*High

4.3 CODE 25 – INTERLEAVED 25

*Enable

Disable

4.3.1 START/STOP PATTERN SELECTION

This decides the readability of all 2 of 5 symbology variants. For example, flight tickets
actually use an Industrial 2 of 5 barcode but with Interleaved 2 of 5 start/stop pattern. In
order to read this barcode, the start/stop pattern selection parameter of Industrial 2 of 5
should set to "Interleaved 25".

Industrial 25
Start/Stop Pattern

*Interleaved 25
Start/Stop Pattern

Matrix 25
Start/Stop Pattern

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4.3.2 VERIFY CHECK DIGIT

Decide whether to verify the check digit. If incorrect, the barcode will not be accepted.

Verify
Interleaved 25
Check Digit

*Do Not Verify

4.3.3 TRANSMIT CHECK DIGIT

Decide whether to include the check digit in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit
Interleaved 25
Check Digit

Do Not Transmit

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4.3.4 CODE LENGTH QUALIFICATION

To prevent the "short scan" error, define the "Length Qualification" settings to ensure
that the correct barcode is read by qualifying the allowable code length.

 If "Max/Min Length" is selected, the maximum length and the minimum length must
be specified. It only accepts those barcodes with lengths that fall between max/min
lengths specified.
 If “Fixed Length” is selected, up to 2 fixed lengths can be specified.

1) Read the barcode to enable either Max. /Min. Length qualification or Fixed Length(s)
qualification.

*Enable Max./Min.
Length (0~127)…

Enable Fixed
Length(s)…

2) Read the barcode for Max. Length or Fixed Length 1, and follow steps 3~4.
Repeat steps 2~4 for Min. Length or Fixed Length 2.

Max. Length (*126) or

Fixed Length 1

Min. Length (*4) or

Fixed Length 2

3) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired length.
4) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

4.3.5 SECURITY LEVEL

Security Level renders more decoding accuracy giving consideration to barcodes’ print
quality. Decide the security level for reading Code 25 barcodes. Please refer to 4.2.5
Security Level.

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4.4 CODE 25 – MATRIX 25

Enable

*Disable

4.4.1 START/STOP PATTERN SELECTION

This decides the readability of all 2 of 5 symbology variants. For example, flight tickets
actually use an Industrial 2 of 5 barcode but with Interleaved 2 of 5 start/stop pattern. In
order to read this barcode, the start/stop pattern selection parameter of Industrial 2 of 5
should set to "Interleaved 25".

Industrial 25
Start/Stop Pattern

Interleaved 25
Start/Stop Pattern

*Matrix 25
Start/Stop Pattern

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4.4.2 VERIFY CHECK DIGIT

Decide whether to verify the check digit. If incorrect, the barcode will not be accepted.

Verify Matrix 25
Check Digit

*Do Not Verify

4.4.3 TRANSMIT CHECK DIGIT

Decide whether to include the check digit in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit Matrix 25
Check Digit

Do Not Transmit

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To prevent the "short scan" error, define the "Length Qualification" settings to ensure
that the correct barcode is read by qualifying the allowable code length.

 If "Max/Min Length" is selected, the maximum length and the minimum length must
be specified. It only accepts those barcodes with lengths that fall between max/min
lengths specified.
 If “Fixed Length” is selected, up to 2 fixed lengths can be specified.

1) Read the barcode to enable either Max. /Min. Length qualification or Fixed Length(s)
qualification.

*Enable Max./Min.
Length (0~127)…

Enable Fixed
Length(s)…

2) Read the barcode for Max. Length or Fixed Length 1, and follow steps 3~4.
Repeat steps 2~4 for Min. Length or Fixed Length 2.

Max. Length (*127) or

Fixed Length 1

Min. Length (*4) or

Fixed Length 2

3) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired length.
4) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

4.4.5 SECURITY LEVEL

Security Level renders more decoding accuracy giving consideration to barcodes’ print
quality. Decide the security level for reading Code 25 barcodes. Please refer to 4.2.5
Security Level.

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4.5 CODE 39

*Enable

Disable

4.5.1 START/STOP TRANSMISSION

Decide whether to include the start/stop characters in the data being transmitted.

Transmit Code 39
Start/Stop
Characters

*Do Not Transmit

4.5.2 VERIFY CHECK DIGIT

Decide whether to verify check digit. If incorrect, the barcode will not be accepted.

Verify Code 39
Check Digit

*Do Not Verify

4.5.3 TRANSMIT CHECK DIGIT

Decide whether to include the check digit in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit Code 39
Check Digit

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Do Not Transmit

4.5.4 STANDARD/FULL ASCII CODE 39

Decide whether to support Code 39 Full ASCII that includes all the alphanumeric and
special characters.

Code 39 Full ASCII

*Standard Code 39

4.5.5 CODE 39 SECURITY LEVEL

Security Level renders more decoding accuracy giving consideration to barcodes’ print
quality. Decide the security level for reading Code 39 barcodes.

*Normal

High

4.5.6 ASTERISKS (*) AS DATA CHARACTERS

Decide whether to take asterisk (*) as part of the data.

Enable

*Disable

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4.6 TRIOPTIC CODE 39

Enable

*Disable

4.7 CODE 93

*Enable

Disable

4.8 CODE 128

*Enable

Disable

4.8.1 CODE 128 SECURITY LEVEL

Security Level renders more decoding accuracy giving consideration to barcodes’ print
quality. Decide the security level for reading Code 128 barcodes.

*Normal

High

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4.9 EAN-8

EAN-8

*Enable EAN-8
(No Addon)

Disable

EAN-8 Addon 2

Enable EAN-8 Addon 2

*Disable

EAN-8 Addon 5

Enable EAN-8 Addon 5

*Disable

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4.9.1 CONVERT TO EAN-13

Decide whether to expand the read EAN-8 barcode, as well as its addons, into EAN-13.

 After conversion, the data follows EAN-13 format and is affected by EAN-13
programming selections (e.g. Check Digit).

Convert EAN-8 to
EAN-13

*Do Not Convert

4.9.2 TRANSMIT CHECK DIGIT

Decide whether to include the check digit in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit EAN-8
Check Digit

Do Not Transmit

4.9.3 CONVERSION FORMAT

When converting EAN-8 to EAN-13, you can scan the barcode below to decide conversion
in default or GTIN-13 format.

*Default Format

GTIN-13 Format

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4.10 EAN-13

EAN-13

*Enable EAN-13
(No Addon)

Disable

EAN-13 Addon 2

Enable EAN-13 Addon 2

*Disable

EAN-13 Addon 5

Enable EAN-13 Addon 5

*Disable

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4.10.1 ISBN CONVERSION

Decide whether to convert the EAN-13 barcode, starting with 978 and 979, to ISBN.

Convert EAN-13 to
ISBN

*Do Not Convert

4.10.2 ISSN CONVERSION

Decide whether to convert the EAN-13 barcode, starting with 977 to ISSN.

Convert EAN-13 to
ISSN

*Do Not Convert

4.10.3 TRANSMIT CHECK DIGIT

Decide whether to include the check digit in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit EAN-13
Check Digit

Do Not Transmit

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4.10.4 EAN-13 SECURITY LEVEL

Security Level renders more decoding accuracy giving consideration to barcodes’ print
quality. Decide the security level for reading EAN-13 barcodes.

*Normal

High

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4.11 GS1-128 (EAN-128)

*Enable

Disable

Note: GS1-128 barcodes can be decoded only when this setting is enabled. However, for
1660 with firmware version no later than 1.30, GS1-128 barcodes are taken as
Code 128 when this setting is disabled.

4.11.1 CODE ID TRANSMISSION

Decide whether to include the Code ID ("]C1") in the data being transmitted.

Transmit Code ID

*Do Not Transmit

4.11.2 FIELD SEPARATOR (GS CHARACTER)

Decide whether to apply a field separator (to convert the FNC1 control character to human
readable character).

Enable Field
Separator…

1) Read the barcode above to enable field separator.

2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired character string.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

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Note: GS1-128 barcodes start with the FNC1 control character to distinguish themselves
from other uses of Code 128. FNC1 is also used to separate data fields in the
GS1-128 barcodes.

4.11.3 GS1 FORMATTING

Decide whether to enable GS1 formatting for GS1-128. When enabled, code ID
transmission will be disabled; however, the field separator and application ID mark
characters will be automatically added to the output data.

Enable

*Disable

You may want to add an application ID mark (1 character long) to the left (AIMark1) or
right (AIMark2) of an application ID (AI) for the purpose of labeling it when formatting
the GS1 data.

AIMark1

AIMark2

1) Read the barcode above to add a mark to the left (AIMark1)/right (AIMark2) of an
application ID.
2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired character. Read
‘00’ if you want to remove the AI mark.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

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4.12 ISBT 128

*Enable

Disable

Note: When enabled, it not only can decode single ISBT barcode, but also decode and
concatenates pairs of ISBT barcodes.

4.12.1 ISBT CONCATENATION

Decide whether to decode and concatenate pairs of ISBT barcodes.

 Disable ISBT Concatenation

It will not concatenate pairs of ISBT barcodes it encounters. Only one single ISBT 128
barcode outputs.
 Enable ISBT Concatenation
There must be two ISBT barcodes in order for the scanner to decode and perform
concatenation. It does not decode single ISBT barcodes.
 Auto-discriminate ISBT Concatenation
It decodes and concatenates pairs of ISBT barcodes immediately. If only a single ISBT
barcode is present, the scanner must decode 10 times before transmitting its data to
confirm that there is no additional ISBT barcode.

Disable

Enable

*Auto-discriminate

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4.13 MSI

Enable

*Disable

4.13.1 VERIFY CHECK DIGIT

Select one of the three calculations to verify check digit when decoding barcodes. If
incorrect, the barcode will not be accepted.

*Single Modulo 10

Double Modulo 10

Modulo 10 & 11

4.13.2 TRANSMIT CHECK DIGIT

Decide whether to include the check digit in the data being transmitted.

*Last Digit Not

Transmitted

Both Digits
Transmitted

Both Digits
Not Transmitted

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4.13.3 CODE LENGTH QUALIFICATION

To prevent the "short scan" error, define the "Length Qualification" settings to ensure
that the correct barcode is read by qualifying the allowable code length.

 If "Max/Min Length" is selected, the maximum length and the minimum length must
be specified. It only accepts those barcodes with lengths that fall between max/min
lengths specified.
 If “Fixed Length” is selected, up to 2 fixed lengths can be specified.

1) Read the barcode to enable either Max. /Min. Length qualification or Fixed Length(s)
qualification.

*Enable Max./Min.
Length (0~127)…

Enable Fixed
Length(s)…

2) Read the barcode for Max. Length or Fixed Length 1, and follow steps 3~4.
Repeat steps 2~4 for Min. Length or Fixed Length 2.

Max. Length (*127) or

Fixed Length 1

Min. Length (*4) or

Fixed Length 2

3) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired length.
4) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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4.14 FRENCH PHARMACODE

Enable

*Disable

4.14.1 TRANSMIT CHECK DIGIT

Decide whether to include the check digit in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit
French Pharmacode
Check Digit

Do Not Transmit

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4.15 ITALIAN PHARMACODE

Enable

*Disable

4.15.1 TRANSMIT CHECK DIGIT

Decide whether to include the check digit in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit
Italian Pharmacode
Check Digit

Do Not Transmit

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4.16 PLESSEY

Enable

*Disable

4.16.1 CONVERT TO UK PLESSEY

Decide whether to change each occurrence of the character 'A' to character 'X' in the
decoded data.

Convert to UK Plessey

*Do Not Convert

4.16.2 TRANSMIT CHECK DIGIT

Decide whether to include the two check digits in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit Plessey
Check Digits

Do Not Transmit

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4.17 GS1 DATABAR (RSS FAMILY)

It is categorized into three groups:

Group I — GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional (RSS-14)

This group consists of the following:  GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional
 GS1 DataBar Truncated
 GS1 DataBar Stacked
 GS1 DataBar Stacked Omnidirectional

Group II — GS1 DataBar Expanded (RSS Expanded)

This group consists of the following:  GS1 DataBar Expanded
 GS1 DataBar Expanded Stacked

Group III — GS1 DataBar Limited (RSS Limited)

This group consists of the following:  GS1 DataBar Limited

4.17.1 CODE ID SELECTION

Select a desired Code ID to use:

 “]e0“ (GS1 DataBar Code ID)

 “]C1” (GS1-128 Code ID)

Use “]C1”

*Use “]e0”

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4.17.2 GS1 DATABAR OMNIDIRECTIONAL (RSS-14)

Enable RSS-14 &
RSS Expanded
(Groups I, II)

*Disable

When GS1 formatting for GS1 DataBar (RSS Family) is enabled, code ID transmitting will
be disabled; however, the application ID and check digit transmitting will be enabled
automatically.

The settings below apply to Group I symbologies only:

 GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional

 GS1 DataBar Truncated
 GS1 DataBar Stacked
 GS1 DataBar Stacked Omnidirectional

Transmit Code ID
Decide whether to include the Code ID in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit RSS-14
Code ID

Do Not Transmit

Transmit Application ID
Decide whether to include the Application ID ("01") in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit RSS-14
Application ID

Do Not Transmit

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Transmit Check Digit

Decide whether to include the check digit in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit RSS-14
Check Digit

Do Not Transmit

4.17.3 GS1 DATABAR EXPANDED (RSS EXPANDED)

Enable RSS-14 &
RSS Expanded
(Groups I, II)

*Disable

When GS1 formatting for GS1 DataBar (RSS Family) is enabled, code ID transmitting will
be disabled automatically.

The settings below apply to Group II symbologies only:

 GS1 DataBar Expanded

 GS1 DataBar Expanded Stacked

Transmit Code ID
Decide whether to include the Code ID in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit
RSS Expanded Code ID

Do Not Transmit

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4.17.4 GS1 DATABAR LIMITED (RSS LIMITED)

Enable RSS Limited

(Group III)

*Disable

When GS1 formatting for GS1 DataBar (RSS Family) is enabled, code ID transmitting will
be disabled; however, the application ID and check digit transmitting will be enabled
automatically.

Transmit Code ID
Decide whether to include the Code ID in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit
RSS Limited Code ID

Do Not Transmit

Transmit Application ID
Decide whether to include the Application ID ("01") in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit
RSS Limited
Application ID

Do Not Transmit

Transmit Check Digit

Decide whether to include the check digit in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit
RSS Limited
Check Digit

Do Not Transmit

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4.17.5 FIELD SEPARATOR (GS CHARACTER)

Decide whether to apply a field separator (to convert the GS control character to human
readable character).

Specify Field
Separator…

1) Read the barcode above to specify field separator.

2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired character string.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

4.17.6 GS1 FORMATTING

Decide whether to enable GS1 formatting for GS1 DataBar (RSS family). When enabled,
the field separator and application ID mark characters will be automatically added to the
output data.

Enable

*Disable

You may want to add an application ID mark (1 character long) to the left (AIMark1) or
right (AIMark2) of an application ID (AI) for the purpose of labeling it when formatting
the GS1 data.

AIMark1

AIMark2

1) Read the barcode above to add a mark to the left (AIMark1)/right (AIMark2) of an
application ID.
2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired character. Read
'00' if you want to remove the AI mark.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

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4.17.7 GS1 DATABAR SECURITY LEVEL

Security Level renders more decoding accuracy giving consideration to barcodes’ print
quality. Decide the security level for reading GS1 DataBar barcodes.

*Normal

High

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4.18 TELEPEN

Enable Telepen

*Disable

4.18.1 TELEPEN OUTPUT – FULL ASCII/NUMERIC

Decide whether to support Telepen in full ASCII code. By default, it supports ASCII
mode.

 AIM Telepen (Full ASCII) includes all the alphanumeric and special characters.

Original Telepen
(Numeric)

*AIM Telepen

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4.19 UPC-A

UPC-A

*Enable UPC-A
(No Addon)

Disable

UPC-A Addon 2

Enable UPC-A Addon 2

*Disable

UPC-A Addon 5

Enable UPC-A Addon 5

*Disable

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4.19.1 CONVERT TO EAN-13

Decide whether to expand the read UPC-A barcode, as well as its addons, into EAN-13.

 After conversion, the data follows EAN-13 format and is affected by EAN-13
programming selections (e.g. Check Digit).

Convert UPC-A to
EAN-13

*Do Not Convert

4.19.2 SYSTEM NUMBER TRANSMISSION

Decide whether to include the system number in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit UPC-A
System Number

Do Not Transmit

4.19.3 TRANSMIT CHECK DIGIT

Decide whether to include the check digit in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit UPC-A
Check Digit

Do Not Transmit

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4.20 UPC-E

UPC-E

*Enable UPC-E
(No Addon)

Disable

UPC-E Addon 2

Enable UPC-E Addon 2

*Disable

UPC-E Addon 5

Enable UPC-E Addon 5

*Disable

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4.20.1 SYSTEM NUMBER SELECTION

Decide whether to decode the ordinary UPC-E barcodes only or both UPC-E0 and UPC-E1
barcodes.

 System number 0 enabled for decoding UPC-E0 barcodes.

 System number 1 enabled for decoding UPC-E1 barcodes.

System Number 0 & 1

*System Number 0 Only

Warning: Because of the way system number 1 is encoded, if both system numbers
are enabled, the user might suffer from short scanning UPC-A or EAN-13
barcodes into UPC-E1 barcodes.

4.20.2 CONVERT TO UPC-A

Decide whether to expand the read UPC-E barcode, as well as its addons, into UPC-A.

 After conversion, the data follows UPC-A format and is affected by UPC-A
programming selections (e.g. System Number, Check Digit).

Convert UPC-E to
UPC-A

*Do Not Convert

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4.20.3 SYSTEM NUMBER TRANSMISSION

Decide whether to include the system number in the data being transmitted.

Transmit UPC-E
System Number

*Do Not Transmit

4.20.4 TRANSMIT CHECK DIGIT

Decide whether to include the check digit in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit UPC-E
Check Digit

Do Not Transmit

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4.21 CODE 11

Enable

*Disable

4.21.1 VERIFICATION CHECK DIGIT

Select one of the verification when decoding barcodes. If incorrect, the barcode will not
be accepted.

None

Double

Single

*Auto

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4.21.2 TRANSMIT CHECK DIGIT

Decide whether to include the check digit in the data being transmitted.

*Transmit Check
Digit

Do Not Transmit

4.21.2 SECURITY LEVEL

Security Level renders more decoding accuracy giving consideration to barcodes’ print
quality. Decide the security level for reading Code 11 barcodes.

Normal

*High

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DEFINING OUTPUT FORMAT
You may configure the format of the collected data output to the host computer.
Barcodes read by the scanner will be processed in the following sequence –

1) Perform character substitution on the data scanned.

2) Add Code ID and Length Code to the front of the data:[Code ID][Length Code][Data]
3) Process the whole data in step 2 with user formats. Data is now divided into fields by
user specified rules. Refer to Chapter 6 Applying Formats for Data Editing.
4) Add Prefix Code and Suffix Code before transmission:[Prefix Code][Processed
Data][Suffix Code]

IN THIS CHAPTER
5.1 Letter Case .............................................................. 159
5.2 Character Substitution ............................................... 160
5.3 Prefix/Suffix Code ..................................................... 168
5.4 Code ID ................................................................... 169
5.5 Length Code ............................................................. 174
5.6 Multi-Barcode Editor .................................................. 178
5.7 Removal of Special Character ..................................... 182

5.1 LETTER CASE

By default, the alphabetics transmission is case-sensitive, meaning that the alphabet will
be transmitted according to their original case. Ignoring the original letter case, select
[Upper Case] to output data in upper case only; otherwise, select [Lower Case] to output
data in lower case only.

*Normal

Upper Case

Lower Case

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5.2 CHARACTER SUBSTITUTION

Character substitution is performed on every occurrence of the first character specified. If

only one character is specified, every occurrence of that character in the barcode will be
taken away.

 The first character will be replaced by the second character(s).

 Up to three sets of character substitution can be configured.
 If “Bluetooth® HID” or “USB HID” is configured for interface, Key Type and Key Status
will then become applicable. You may decide whether or not to apply Key Status
when “Normal Key” is selected for Key Type.

Key Type Key Status

Scan Code Only 1 scan code value is allowed. N/A
Refer to 5.2.1 Select a Set for
Character Substituion.
Normal Key Up to 3 character strings are allowed.  Add Shift
 Add Left Ctrl
 Add Left Alt
 Add Right Ctrl
 Add Right Alt
Refer to Keyboard Wedge Table.

Note: The character substitution is performed only on the barcode itself and before the
processing of editing formats. It is not applicable to the Prefix/Suffix Code, Code
ID, Length Code, or any Additional Field.

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5.2.1 SELECT A SET FOR CHARACTER SUBSTITUION

Configure Set 1

Configure Set 2

Configure Set 3

1) Read the barcode above to enable character substitution by set.

For example, read the “Set 1” barcode to configure the first set of character
substitution. The scanner will respond with one short beep, high tone, to indicate
more setup barcodes are required.
2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired character
substitution. For example,

KEY TYPE = NORMAL

 Read “3”, “0”, “2”, and “D” to replace the character “0” with a dash “-”.
 Read “3”, “0”, “2”, “D”, “3”, and “0” to replace the character “0” with a dash “-0”.

KEY TYPE = SCAN CODE

If you want to replace the character “0” with “a” (= “1C” on the scan code table):
1. Read “3” and “0”.
2. Read the “Scan Code” barcode.
3. Read “1” and “C”.

KEY TYPE = NORMAL + KEY STATUS = SHIFT

If you want to replace the character “0” with “!” (= “Shift” + “1” on keyboard):
1. Read “3” and “0”.
2. Read the “Add Shift” barcode.
3. Read “3” and “1”.

3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting. (The defined set or sets will be
applied to all symbologies by default.)

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5.2.2 SYMBOLOGIES FOR CHARACTER SUBSTITUTION (ALL 3 SETS)

By default character substitution will be performed on all symbologies. If the character

substitution is not desired with one or more symbologies, read the “Do Not Apply”
barcode for each undesired symbologies and all the three sets will be ignored for them.

Character Substitution for Codabar

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for Code 39

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for Trioptic Code 39

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for Code 93

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for Code 128

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*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for GS1-128

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for ISBT 128

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for EAN-8 (No Addon)

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for EAN-8 Addon 2

*Apply

Do Not Apply

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Character Substitution for EAN-8 Addon 5

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for EAN-13 (No Addon)

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for EAN-13 Addon 2

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for EAN-13 Addon 5

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for French Pharmacode

*Apply

Do Not Apply

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Character Substitution for Italian Pharmacode

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for Industrial 25

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for Interleaved 25

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for Matrix 25

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for MSI

*Apply

Do Not Apply

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Character Substitution for Plessey

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for GS1 DataBar

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for Telepen

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for UPC-A (No Addon)

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for UPC-A Addon 2

*Apply

Do Not Apply

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Character Substitution for UPC-A Addon 5

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for UPC-E (No Addon)

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for UPC-E Addon 2

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for UPC-E Addon 5

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Character Substitution for Code 11

*Apply

Do Not Apply

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5.3 PREFIX/SUFFIX CODE

By default, there is no prefix code, and [ENTER] or [CR] (Carriage Return) is configured
to be suffix code. Up to 8 characters can be configured, for example, “Barcode_”, and
you will have the string appear in front of the barcode read, like this –
“Barcode_1234567890”.

 If “Bluetooth® HID” or “USB HID” is configured for interface, Key Type and Key Status
will then become applicable. You may decide whether or not to apply Key Status
when “Normal Key” is selected for Key Type.

Key Type Key Status

Scan Code Up to 4 scan code values are allowed. N/A
Normal Key Up to 8 character strings are allowed.  Add Shift
 Add Left Ctrl
 Add Left Alt
 Add Right Ctrl
 Add Right Alt
Refer to Keyboard Wedge Table.

Configure Prefix

Configure Suffix

1) Read the barcode above to apply prefix code or suffix code separately, and follow
steps 2~3. (Max. 8 characters each)
2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired character string.
For example, read “2” and “B” for the scanner to prefix or suffix the character [+].
3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

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5.4 CODE ID

Up to two characters for Code ID can be configured for each symbology. To make the
Code ID configuration easier, the scanner provides five pre-defined Code ID sets that you
can select one and make necessary changes on it.

 If “Bluetooth® HID” or “USB HID” is configured for interface, Key Type and Key Status
will then become applicable. You may decide whether or not to apply Key Status
when “Normal Key” is selected for Key Type.

Key Type Key Status

Scan Code Only 1 scan code value is allowed. N/A
Normal Key Up to 2 character strings are allowed.  Add Shift
 Add Left Ctrl
 Add Left Alt
 Add Right Ctrl
 Add Right Alt
Refer to Keyboard Wedge Table.

Note: "]C1" is the Code ID of GS1-128 (EAN-128) barcodes; "]e0" is the default Code ID
of GS1 DataBar (RSS) barcodes.

5.4.1 SELECT PRE-DEFINED CODE ID

Apply Code ID Set 1

Apply Code ID Set 2

Apply Code ID Set 3

Apply Code ID Set 4

Apply Code ID Set 5

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Code ID options Set 1 Set 2 Set 3 Set 4 Set 5

Code 39 A C Y M A
Trioptic Code 39 A C Y M X
Italian Pharmacode A C Y M A
French Pharmacode A C Y M A
Industrial 25 C H H H S
Interleaved 25 D I Z I S
Matrix 25 E G G G S
Codabar F N X N F
Code 93 I L L L G
Code 128 H K K K C
ISBT 128 H K K K C
UPC-E S E C E E
EAN-8 P B B FF E
EAN-13 M A A F E
UPC-A J A A A E
MSI V V D P M
Plessey W W E Q P
Telepen Z --- --- --- ---
Code 11 K J J D H

Besides Set 1 ~ 5 of Code ID options, you can also scan the barcode below to apply AIM
Code ID as the Code ID option.

Apply AIM Code ID

After applying AIM Code ID, three characters are added in front of the output data. “]” is
always the first character. The second (Character) and third (Modifier Character) may
vary depending on symbologies. Please refer to the table below.

Symbology Character Modifier Character

Codabar F 0: Standard Codabar symbol. No special processing.
Code 11 H 0: Single modulo 11 check character validated and transmitted
1: Two modulo 11 check characters validated and transmitted
3: Check characters validated but not transmitted
?: No check character validation

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Code 39 A 0: No check character validation nor full ASCII processing. All data
transmitted as decoded.
1: Modulo 43 check character validated and transmitted
3: Modulo 43 check character validated but not transmitted
4: Full ASCII character conversion performed. No check character
validation.
5: Full ASCII character conversion performed. Modulo 43 check
character validated and transmitted.
7: Full ASCII character conversion performed. Modulo 43 check
character validated but not transmitted.
Code 93 G No options specified. Always transmit 0.
Code 128 C 0: Standard data packet. No FNC1 in first or second symbol character
position after start character.
1: EAN/UCC-128 data packet. FNC1 in first symbol character position
after start character.
2: FNC1 in second symbol character position after start character.
4: Concatenation according to International Society for Blood
Transfusion specifications has been performed. Concatenated data
follows.
GS1 DataBar e No option specified at this time. Always transmit 0. GS1 DataBar and
Family GS1 DataBar Limited transmit with an Application Identifier “01”.
Interleaved I 0: No check character validation
25
1: Modulo 10 symbol check character validated and transmitted
3: Modulo 10 symbol check character validated but not transmitted
MSI M 0: Modulo 10 symbol check character validated and transmitted
1: Modulo 10 symbol check character validated but not transmitted
Matrix 25 X No options specified. Always transmit 0.
Plessey P No options specified. Always transmit 0.
Industrial 25 S No options specified. Always transmit 0.
Telepen B No options specified. Always transmit 0.
UPC/EAN E 0: Standard data packet in full EAN format (13 digits for EAN-13,
UPC-A, and UPC-E; does not include add-on data)
3: Combined data packet comprising 13 digits from EAN-13, UPC-A, or
UPC-E symbol and 2 or 5 digits from add-on symbol
4: EAN-8 data packet

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5.4.2 CHANGE CODE ID

1) Read the barcode below to change code ID of a specific symbology.

2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired character string.
For example, read “4” and “4” for applying the character [D] for Code ID.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

Configure Code ID for

Codabar

Configure Code ID for

Code 39

Configure Code ID for

Trioptic Code 39

Configure Code ID for

Code 93

Configure Code ID for

Code 128

Configure Code ID for

ISBT 128

Configure Code ID for

EAN-8

Configure Code ID for

EAN-13

Configure Code ID for

French Pharmacode

Configure Code ID for

Italian Pharmacode

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Configure Code ID
for Industrial 25

Configure Code ID
for Interleaved 25

Configure Code ID
for Matrix 25

Configure Code ID
for MSI

Configure Code ID
for Plessey

Configure Code ID
for Telepen

Configure Code ID
for UPC-A

Configure Code
ID for UPC-E

Configure Code ID
for Code 11

5.4.3 CLEAR CODE ID SETTINGS

Clear All Code ID

Settings

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5.5 LENGTH CODE

A 4-digit code representing the length of barcode data (character count) can be inserted
in front of data being transmitted. Such "Length" code can be individually enabled or
disabled for each symbology.

Length Code for Codabar

Apply

*Do Not Apply

Length Code for Code 39

Apply

*Do Not Apply

Length Code for Trioptic Code 39

Apply

*Do Not Apply

Length Code for Code 93

Apply

*Do Not Apply

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Length Code for Code 128

Apply

*Do Not Apply

Length Code for GS1-128 & GS1 DataBar

Apply

*Do Not Apply

Length Code for ISBT 128

Apply

*Do Not Apply

Length Code for EAN-8

Apply

*Do Not Apply

Length Code for EAN-13

Apply

*Do Not Apply

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Length Code for French Pharmacode

Apply

*Do Not Apply

Length Code for Italian Pharmacode

Apply

*Do Not Apply

Length Code for Industrial 25

Apply

*Do Not Apply

Length Code for Interleaved 25

Apply

*Do Not Apply

Length Code for Matrix 25

Apply

*Do Not Apply

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Length Code for MSI

Apply

*Do Not Apply

Length Code for Plessey

Apply

*Do Not Apply

Length Code for Telepen

Apply

*Do Not Apply

Length Code for UPC-A

Apply

*Do Not Apply

Length Code for UPC-E

Apply

*Do Not Apply

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Length Code for Code 11

Apply

*Do Not Apply

5.6 MULTI-BARCODE EDITOR

The Multi-Barcode Editor allows deciding the output sequence of a concatenation of

barcodes. Up to five barcodes can be specified. Enabling this function will force the
scanner to apply Laser mode as the scan mode.

Note: The Multi-Barcode Editor has nothing to do with Multi-Barcode Mode.

The barcodes that are found meeting the specified criteria below will be arranged in the
desired sequence.

 Code Type
 4-digit barcode length, excluding prefix, suffix, length code, etc.
 Matching the first character of barcode data

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5.6.1 EDIT A CONCATENATION OF BARCODES

Edit Output Sequence

1) Read the barcode above to start editing a concatenation of barcodes.

2) Code Type setting – read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for Code
Type of the (first) barcode. For example, read “4” and “1” for Code 39.

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Code Type Symbology Code Type Symbology

40 (@) ISBT 128 4F (O) EAN-8 with Addon 5
41 (A) Code 39 50 (P) EAN-13
42 (B) Italian Pharmacode 51 (Q) EAN-13 with Addon 2
43 (C) French Pharmacode 52 (R) EAN-13 with Addon 5
44 (D) Industrial 25 53 (S) MSI
45 (E) Interleaved 25 54 (T) Plessey
46 (F) Matrix 25 55 (U) GS1-128 (EAN-128)
47 (G) Codabar (NW7) 56 (V) UPC-A
48 (H) Code 93 57 (W) UPC-A with Addon 2
49 (I) Code 128 58 (X) UPC-A with Addon 5
4A (J) UPC-E0 / UPC-E1
4B (K) UPC-E with Addon 2 5A (Z) Telepen
4C (L) UPC-E with Addon 5 5B ( [ ) GS1 DataBar (RSS)
4D (M) EAN-8
4E (N) EAN-8 with Addon 2

3) Barcode Length setting – read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the
4-digit length of the (first) barcode. For example, read “0065” for barcode length of
65 characters or read “0000” for any length.

Note: If not reading 0000 for any length, the 4-digit length must exclude prefix, suffix
(0x0d by default), length code, etc.

4) Matching Character setting – read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for
the 1st character that must be found matching in the (first) barcode. For example,
read “4” and “1” for matching character “A” as the first character in the barcode or
read “00” for any character.
5) Read twice the “F” barcode on page 234 (“FF”) to complete the setting of each
barcode.
6) Read the “Validate” barcode to end the editing of the barcode set.

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5.6.2 ACTIVATE THE CONCATENATION OF BARCODES

By default, the output sequence editing of the concatenation of barcodes is not applied.

When “Enforce Output Sequence” is enabled, all barcodes read by the scanner must meet
with the criteria for the concatenation. If data is found excluded from all output sequence
sets (= not meeting with the criteria), the scanner will not accept the reading, and
therefore, data will not be transmitted.

When “Apply Output Sequence” is enabled, only barcodes found meeting with the criteria
are counted for the concatenation. Those found not meeting with the criteria are
processed normally and individually.

Note: When it requires reading more barcodes to complete the “output sequence”
requirements, the scanner will respond with one short beep (low tone). After
reading an acceptable barcode, its LED indicator will become solid green and go off
(= Good Read).
Upon completion of reading acceptable barcodes, the scanner will respond with
one short beep (high tone) and its LED indicator will become solid green and go off
(= Good Read).

*Ignore Output
Sequence

Enforce Output
Sequence

Apply Output
Sequence

Warning: When you disable the Multi-Barcode Editor later, the scan mode remains
unchanged. If Laser mode is not desired, proceed to select a scan mode
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5.7 REMOVAL OF SPECIAL CHARACTER

You can only specify 1 character, but it will remove every matching character
encountered from the starting position of barcode data until a different character is met.
For example, if it is configured to remove the character “0” (hex value is “30”), one or
more zeros will be stripped off the barcode data “012345” and “00012345”. However, for
barcode data “010333”, only the first zero will be stripped off.

Remove Special
Character

1) Read the barcode above to remove the specified character.

2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired character string.
For example, read “3” and “0” for the scanner to remove the character “0”.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

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APPLYING FORMATS FOR DATA EDITING
The scanner allows advanced data editing by applying user-configured editing formats.
The whole processed data can be divided into fields by user-specified rules. The data
actually sent to the host computer comprises those fields together with the
user-configurable additional fields.

[Time [Prefix [Code [Length Additional [Time [Suffix

[Data]
Stamp] Code] ID] Code] Field(s) Stamp] Code]

None None None None None None 0x0d

Barcode
by by by by by by by
itself
default default default default default default default

IN THIS CHAPTER
6.1 Activating Editing Formats ......................................... 184
6.2 How to Configure Editing Formats ............................... 186
6.3 Configure Format — Define Data Criteria ..................... 189
6.4 Configure Format — Define Data Field ......................... 198
6.5 Configure Format — Define Transmission Sequence ...... 207
6.6 Programming Examples ............................................. 209

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6.1 ACTIVATING EDITING FORMATS

6.1.1 ACTIVATE EDITING FORMATS

If you have already configured any editing format before, you may directly apply the
editing format. If not, you must start with configuring an editing format first, and then,
activate the editing format when it is desired in use.

Editing Format 1

Enable

*Disable

Editing Format 2

Enable

*Disable

Editing Format 3

Enable

*Disable

Editing Format 4

Enable

*Disable

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Editing Format 5

Enable

*Disable

6.1.2 EXCLUSIVE DATA EDITING

By default, only barcodes found meeting with the criteria are processed by the editing
formats. Those found not meeting with the criteria are processed normally.

When “Exclusive Data Editing” is enabled, all barcodes read by the scanner must be
processed by the editing formats. If data is found excluded from all enabled editing
formats (= not meeting with the specified criteria), the scanner will not accept the
reading, and therefore, data will not be transmitted.

Yes

*No

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6.2.1 SELECT FORMAT TO CONFIGURE

Start Programming Format

Select one editing format (Format 1~5) and the parameters pertaining to the editing format can
then be configured – applicable code type, data length, matching string & location, start position,
field adjustment, total number of fields, field settings (field-dividing rule), additional fields, and
field transmission sequence.
 Up to five different formats can be specified.

Configure Format 1

Configure Format 2

Configure Format 3

Configure Format 4

Configure Format 5

Note: Before completing the programming of an editing format, if any barcode for
parameters other than those pertaining to the editing format is read, the
programming process will be automatically aborted.

End Programming Format

After having configured all the desired parameters, you must read the “End Programming Format”
barcode, which can be located at the bottom of every even page in this chapter.

End Programming
Format

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6.2.2 RESTORE DEFAULT FORMAT

You may select an existing editing format and have the defaults restored. The default
settings of an editing format are listed below.

Editing format Defaults

Applicable Code Type All
Data Length 0 (No qualification)
Matching String Disable
Matching String Location None
Start Position From head
Field Adjustment No adjustment
Total Number of Fields 1
Field Setting – field-dividing rule Not configured
Additional Fields None
Field Transmission Sequence F1

Restore Default
Format

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6.3 CONFIGURE FORMAT — DEFINE DATA CRITERIA

Three applicable conditions can be configured to check whether the data read by the
scanner can be processed by the particular editing format.

Note: Data editing cannot be performed unless the three conditions are all met.

6.3.1 APPLICABLE CODE TYPE

By default, barcodes of all the supported symbologies will be processed by any editing
format, if having been configured and enabled. For quick configuration, you may first
clear all, and then select the desired symbologies.

Note: You must have at least one symbology selected.

*Apply to All

Clear All

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Editing Format for Codabar

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for Code 39

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for Trioptic Code 39

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for Code 93

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for Code 128

*Apply

Do Not Apply

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Editing Format for GS1-128 & GS1 DataBar

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for ISBT 128

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for EAN-8

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for EAN-8 Addon 2

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for EAN-8 Addon 5

*Apply

Do Not Apply

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Editing Format for EAN-13

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for EAN-13 Addon 2

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for EAN-13 Addon 5

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for French Pharmacode

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for Italian Pharmacode

*Apply

Do Not Apply

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Editing Format for Industrial 25

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for Interleaved 25

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for Matrix 25

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for MSI

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for Plessey

*Apply

Do Not Apply

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Editing Format for Telepen

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for UPC-A

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for UPC-A Addon 2

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for UPC-A Addon 5

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for UPC-E

*Apply

Do Not Apply

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Editing Format for UPC-E Addon 2

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for UPC-E Addon 5

*Apply

Do Not Apply

Editing Format for Code 11

*Apply

Do Not Apply

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6.3.2 DATA LENGTH

The length must include prefix, suffix (0x0d by default), length code, etc. By default,
barcodes of any length (character count) are eligible for data editing.

 A value ranging from 0 to 254 can be specified.

 When zero is given to Max. & Min. Length, the scanner will not perform the length
qualification.

1) Read the barcode below to specify Max. Length or Min. Length separately, and follow
steps 2~3.

Max. Length

Min. Length

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired length.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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6.3.3 MATCHING STRING & LOCATION

By default, no matching string is specified, and therefore, it is disabled. You may enable
this feature by specifying a matching string up to four characters.

 When the Matching String Location is zero, the scanner will only check for the
existence of the matching string in the barcode data.
 Specify a value from 1 to 254 to indicate where the matching string starts in the
barcode data.

1) Read the barcode to specify a matching string.

Matching String…

2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired character string.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.
4) Read the barcode to specify the location of the matching string.

Location of Matching
String…

5) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired location.
6) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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6.4 CONFIGURE FORMAT — DEFINE DATA FIELD

6.4.1 START POSITION

Data can be divided into fields in one of the following direction –

 from head (F1) to tail (F5)

 from tail (F1) to head (F5)

*From Head

From Tail

6.4.2 FIELD ADJUSTMENT

You may apply equal length to all fields, if necessary. If data is found longer than
specified, it will be truncated automatically. When data is found shorter, it will add
“Space” (0x20) to field.

*No adjustment

Set length to adjust

fields… (*0)

1) Read the barcode above to adjust field by length.

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired field length.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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6.4.3 TOTAL NUMBER OF FIELDS

Data can be divided into at most 6 fields; each of them is numbered from F1 to F6
accordingly. However, only F1~F5 can be configured.

 The total number of fields must be specified correctly. If three fields are configured
for the editing format, the data characters after F3 will be assigned to F4
automatically. This feature is quite useful especially when data of variable lengths is
processed by editing formats.

*One Field

Two Fields

Three Fields

Four Fields

Five Fields

Six Fields

Note: The number of configurable fields is always one less than the total number of
fields specified. The extra data characters beyond the last field configured will be
automatically assigned to the next field.

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6.4.4 FIELD SETTINGS

Data eligible for editing formats is divided into fields by user-specified rules – either
using the field terminating string or specified field length.

By Terminating String
Specify the field terminating string. Up to two characters are allowed. The scanner will search for
the occurrence of this particular string in the data.
 By default, this string will be included in the field. You may discard it.

By Length
Alternatively, you may simply specify the field length. The scanner will assign the next specified
number of characters into the field.

Field 1 Setting
1) Read the barcode below to divide field 1 by a specified terminating string.

Select
Field Separator
to Divide Field 1…

2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired character string.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.
4) Read the “Discard Separator” barcode if the field separator is not desired in the field.

*Include Separator

Discard Separator

If not dividing the field by a specific separator, you may divide it by a specified length.
1) Read the barcode below to divide field 1 by length.

Divide Field 1
by Length

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired field length.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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Field 2 Setting
1) Read the barcode below to divide field 2 by a specified terminating string.

Select
Field Separator
to Divide Field 2…

2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired character string.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.
4) Read the “Discard Separator” barcode if the field separator is not desired in the field.

*Include Separator

Discard Separator

If not dividing the field by a specific separator, you may divide it by a specified length.
1) Read the barcode below to divide field 2 by length.

Divide Field 2
by Length

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired field length.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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Field 3 Setting
1) Read the barcode below to divide field 3 by a specified terminating string.

Select
Field Separator
to Divide Field 3…

2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired character string.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.
4) Read the “Discard Separator” barcode if the field separator is not desired in the field.

*Include Separator

Discard Separator

If not dividing the field by a specific separator, you may divide it by a specified length.
1) Read the barcode below to divide field 3 by length.

Divide Field 3
by Length

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired field length.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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Field 4 Setting
1) Read the barcode below to divide field 4 by a specified terminating string.

Select
Field Separator
to Divide Field 4…

2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired character string.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.
4) Read the “Discard Separator” barcode if the field separator is not desired in the field.

*Include Separator

Discard Separator

If not dividing the field by a specific separator, you may divide it by a specified length.
1) Read the barcode below to divide field 4 by length.

Divide Field 4
by Length

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired field length.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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Field 5 Setting
1) Read the barcode below to divide field 5 by a specified terminating string.

Select
Field Separator
to Divide Field 5…

2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired character string.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.
4) Read the “Discard Separator” barcode if the field separator is not desired in the field.

*Include Separator

Discard Separator

If not dividing the field by a specific separator, you may divide it by a specified length.
1) Read the barcode below to divide field 5 by length.

Divide Field 5
by Length

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 for the desired field length.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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Additional Fields
Up to five additional fields can be created for each editing format; each of them is numbered from
AF1 to AF5 accordingly.
 If “Bluetooth® HID” or “USB HID” is configured for interface, Key Type and Key Status will then
become applicable. You may decide whether or not to apply Key Status when “Normal Key” is
selected for Key Type.

Key Type Key Status

Scan Code Up to 2 scan code values are allowed. N/A
Normal Key Up to 4 character strings are allowed.  Add Shift
 Add Left Ctrl
 Add Left Alt
 Add Right Ctrl
 Add Right Alt
Refer to Keyboard Wedge Table.

1) Read the barcode below to specify an additional field, one at a time.

Additional Field 1…

Additional Field 2…

Additional Field 3…

Additional Field 4…

Additional Field 5…

2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for the desired additional field.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

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6.4.5 PAUSE FIELD SETTING

Pause Field Time

You can limit the pause time interval (1~16). By default, it is set to 1 second.

Pause Field Time

1~16 sec.
(*1)

1) Read the barcode above to specify the time interval for the Pause Field. (It is set to 1 by
default.)
2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233. For example, read “1” and “0” for setting the
Pause Field Time to 10 seconds.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode on the same page to complete this setting.

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6.5 CONFIGURE FORMAT — DEFINE TRANSMISSION SEQUENCE

After configuring the data fields and additional fields, you must now program the
transmission sequence of these fields that comprise the final data. This field transmission
sequence can be assigned in any desired order and fields can be assigned multiple times
as well.

Note: Up to twelve fields can be assigned.

1) Read the “Start” barcode to begin with programming the field transmission sequence.

Start Programming…

2) Program the transmission sequence by reading the desired fields as well as additional
fields.

Field 1

Field 2

Field 3

Field 4

Field 5

Field 6

Additional Field 1

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Additional Field 2

Additional Field 3

Additional Field 4

Additional Field 5

Pause Field

Null Character Field

3) Read the “End” barcode to complete this setting.

End Programming…

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6.6 PROGRAMMING EXAMPLES

6.6.1 EXAMPLE I

Extract data from the 10th character to the 19th character...

The editing format should be configured as follows:
1) Read the “Enter Setup” barcode to enter the Configuration Mode.
2) Read the “Configure Format 1” barcode.
3) Read the “Clear All” and “Code 128” barcodes for applicable code type.
4) Read the “Three Fields” barcode.
5) Read the “Divide Field 1 by Length” barcode, and set length to 9.
Field 1 data starts from the 1st character to the 9th character.
6) Read the “Divide Field 2 by Length” barcode, and set length to 10.
Field 2 data starts from the 10th character to the 19th character.
7) Read the “Start (Programming)” barcode to program the transmission sequence.
8) Read the “Field 2” barcode.
9) Read the “End” barcode to complete the transmission sequence setting.
10) Read the “End Programming Format” barcode to complete the setting of Editing Format 1.
11) Read the “Enable Format 1” barcode to apply Editing Format 1 to Code 128.
12) Read the “Update” barcode to exit the Configuration Mode.

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6.6.2 EXAMPLE II

Extract the date code, item number, and quantity information from barcodes.
Data in a barcode is encoded like this:
 From the 1st character to the 6th character is the date code.
 From the 7th character to the dash ‘-’ character is the item number.
 After the dash ‘-’ character is the quantity information.
Data will be transmitted like this:
 The item number goes first, then a TAB character, followed by the date code, then another TAB
character, and finally the quantity information.

The editing format should be configured as follows:

1) Read the “Enter Setup” barcode to enter the Configuration Mode.
2) Read the “Configure Format 2” barcode.
3) Read the “Three Fields” barcode.
4) Read the “Divide Field 1 by Length” barcode, and set length to 6.
Field 1 data starts from the 1st character to the 6th character.
5) Read the “Select Field Separator to Divide Field 2” barcode, and use a dash ‘-’ character.
Field 2 data starts from the 7th character until the dash ‘-’ character is met.
6) Read the “Additional Field 1” barcode, and use a tab character for the field.
7) Read the “Start (Programming)” barcode to program the transmission sequence.
8) Read the “Field 2”, “Additional Field 1”, “Field 1”, “Additional Field 1”, “Field 3” barcodes.
9) Read the “End” barcode to complete the transmission sequence (F2 A1 F1 A1 F3) setting.
10) Read the “End Programming Format” barcode to complete the setting of Editing Format 1.
11) Read the “Enable Format 2” barcode to apply Editing Format 2 to all code types.
12) Read the “Update” barcode to exit the Configuration Mode.

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Optical Characteristics 1663

Scan Engine Non-contact type
Optical Sensor 2500 pixels CCD image sensor
Light Source Visible Red LED
Scan Rate 200 scans/second

RF Characteristics
WPAN Module Bluetooth® Class 2, Version 2.1
Coverage (line-of-sight) 20 meters with 3610
Interface Supported  Serial Port Profile (Bluetooth® SPP)
 Human Interface Device Profile (Bluetooth® HID)
 3610
 Direct USB HID
 Direct USB Virtual COM

Physical Characteristics
Memory  2 KB SDRAM for transmit buffer
 4MB flash for memory mode
Switch Push-button switch for [Trigger] key, plus [Power/Delete] key
Indication Triple-color LED (Red/Green/Blue) and beeper
Dimensions 113 x 44.9 x 29.9 mm
Weight 106g (with battery)
83g (without battery)

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Electrical Characteristics
Battery Rechargeable Li-ion battery — 3.7 V, 850 mAh

Power Adaptor
Input AC 100~240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output DC 5V 2A (Battery Charger)
Operating Temperature 0 °C to 40 °C

Environmental Characteristics
Temperature Operating 0 °C to 50 °C
Storage -20 °C to 60 °C
Humidity Operating 10% to 90%
(Non-condensing)
Storage 5% to 95%

Resistance
Electrostatic Discharge ± 15 kV air discharge, ± 8 kV contact discharge

Programming Support
Configuration Use setup barcodes or host serial commands
Software Windows®-based ScanMaster
Firmware upgradeable Download firmware updates via the download utility

Accessories (√ means “supported”)

CipherLab Dongle (3610) √
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery √
Direct USB Cable √
Wristband √
Protective Cover (Pouch) √
Single Battery Charger √

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FIRMWARE UPGRADE
Upgrade firmware to one scanner at a time. For example, turn off each of the rest
scanners when there is more than one scanner connected to host computer.

Note: 1. Ensure the scanner has a fully charged battery prior to attempting a firmware
upgrade.
2. In order to avoid the data loss during firmware upgrade. Please save or upload
all the data from the flash memory before beginning firmware upgrade.

HOW TO UPGRADE 1663 FIRMWARE

USING 3610

1) Connect 3610 to the USB port of PC after installing its driver.

2) Refer to 3.1.1 Connect to 3610 for connecting to 3610.
Read the “Set Connection” label first, and then the “Serial Number” label. Both labels
can be located at the back of 3610.
3) Read the following barcodes in sequence to configure the scanner to use USB Virtual
COM as download interface.

Enter Setup

Activate 3610 USB

Virtual COM

Update

Note: You may also choose to use “Direct” USB Virtual COM interface.

4) Read the following barcodes in sequence for the scanner to enter the download mode.
The scanner will respond with beeps to indicate it is ready for downloading.

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Download

5) Run the download utility “ProgLoad.exe” on your computer.

Kernel Program User Program

K1663_V*.shx STD1663_V*.shx

 For the communication settings, select

“RS-232” and the correct COM port for USB
Virtual COM interface.
 Ignore the baud rate setting.
 For the file option, click [Browse] to select
the target file for firmware update.
 Click [OK].

6) After upgrading kernel, you will need to manually restart the scanner.
After upgrading the user program, the scanner will automatically restart itself once
the download is completed successfully.

Note: The output interface remains unchanged as specified in step 3 (= USB Virtual
COM).

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USE DIRECT USB VIRTUAL COM

1) Use the provided USB cable to connect 1663 to the USB port of PC. You will need to
install its driver first!
2) Read the following barcodes in sequence to configure 1663 to use Direct USB Virtual
COM as the download interface (read either barcode label ‘100008’ or ‘100010’).

Enter Setup

Activate Direct USB

Virtual COM

Or

Activate Direct USB

Virtual COM_CDC

Update

3) And then read the following barcodes in sequence for the scanner to enter download
mode. The scanner will respond with beeps to indicate it is ready for downloading.

Enter Setup

Download

4) Run the download utility “ProgLoad.exe” on host computer.

Kernel Program User Program

K1663_V*.shx STD1663_V*.shx

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 For the communication settings, select

“RS-232” and the correct COM port for
Direct USB Virtual COM interface.
 Ignore the baud rate setting.
 For the file option, click [Browse] to select
the target file for firmware update.
 Click [OK].

5) After upgrading kernel, you will need to restart the scanner manually.
After upgrading the user program, the scanner will restart itself automatically once
the download is completely.

Note: Because 1663 supports the downloading of firmware via Direct USB Virtual COM
interface, the output interface will be set to the previously used one upon
completion of firmware upgrade.

USE BLUETOOTH® DONGLE

1) Refer to 3.2.3 Connect to Dongle for the target scanner to accept the connection
request from your computer.
2) Read the following barcodes in sequence to configure the scanner to use Bluetooth®
SPP as download interface.

Enter Setup

Activate Bluetooth®
SPP

Update

3) Read the following barcodes in sequence for the scanner to enter the download mode.

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The scanner will respond with beeps to indicate it is ready for downloading.

Enter Setup

Download

4) Run the download utility “ProgLoad.exe” on your computer.

Kernel Program User Program

K1663_V*.shx STD1663_V*.shx

 For the communication settings, select

“RS-232” and the correct COM port for
Bluetooth® SPP interface.
 Ignore the baud rate setting.
 For the file option, click [Browse] to select
the target file for firmware update.
 Click [OK].

5) After upgrading kernel, you will need to manually restart the scanner.
After upgrading the user program, the scanner will automatically restart itself once
the download is completed successfully.

Note: The output interface remains unchanged as specified in step 2 (=Bluetooth® SPP).

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HOW TO UPGRADE 3610 FIRMWARE

Connect 3610 to the USB port of PC after installing its driver. Refer to 3.1.1 Connect to
3610 for the target scanner to connect to 3610.

UPGRADE 3610 CPU FIRMWARE

1) Read the following barcodes in sequence for 3610 to enter the download mode. The
Communication LED on 3610 will be flashing red to indicate it is ready for
downloading.

Enter Setup

Download 3610
CPU Firmware

2) Run the download utility “ProgLoad.exe” on your computer.

Kernel Program User Program

K3610_V*.shx STD3610_V*.shx

 For the communication settings, select

“RS-232” and the correct COM port for USB
Virtual COM interface.
 Ignore the baud rate setting.
 For the file option, click [Browse] to select
the target file for firmware update.
 Click [OK].

3) The 3610 will automatically restart itself when upgrading firmware is completed
successfully.
4) Read the “Update” barcode for the scanner to resume its operation (exit the
configuration mode).

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UPGRADE 3610 USB BRIDGE FIRMWARE

1) Read the following barcodes in sequence for 3610 to enter the download mode. The
Communication LED on 3610 will be flashing red to indicate it is ready for
downloading.

Enter Setup

Download 3610
USB Bridge Firmware

2) Run the download utility “ProgLoad.exe” on your computer.

Kernel Program User Program

K3610Bridge_V*.shx STD3610Bridge_V*.shx

 For the communication settings, select

“RS-232” and the correct COM port for USB
Virtual COM interface.
 Ignore the baud rate setting.
 For the file option, click [Browse] to select
the target file for firmware update.
 Click [OK].

3) The 3610 will automatically restart itself when upgrading firmware is completed
successfully.
4) Read the “Update” barcode for the scanner to resume its operation (exit the
configuration mode).

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HOST SERIAL COMMANDS

SERIAL COMMANDS

D
Purpose To disable the scanner.
Remarks “D”

E
Purpose To enable the scanner.
Remarks “E”

#@nnnnnn<CR>
Purpose To configure the scanner.
Remarks nnnnnn – the six digits of command parameters.
For example, “109952” is to list the current Code ID settings.
List Page 3

Serial Command
“0x23” + “0x40” + “0x31” + “0x30” + “0x39” + “0x39” + “0x35” + “0x32” + “0x0d”

Note: After configuring the scanner, you may send the serial command “#@109999” to
save the settings.

#@ - - - - <CR>
Purpose To halt the scanner.
Remarks “0x23” + “0x40” + “0x2d” + “0x2d” + “0x2d” + “0x2d” + “0x0d”

#@ . . . . <CR>
Purpose To resume operation.
Remarks “0x23” + “0x40” + “0x2e” + “0x2e” + “0x2e” + “0x2e” + “0x0d”

#@////<CR>
Purpose To respond with a beep.
Remarks “0x23” + “0x40” + “0x2f” + “0x2f” + “0x2f” + “0x2f” + “0x0d”

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#@TRIGOFF<CR>
Purpose To disable the software trigger
Remarks “0x23” + “0x40” + “0x54” + “0x52” + “0x49” + “0x47” + “0x4f” + “0x46”
+ “0x46” + “0x0d”

#@TRIGON<CR>
Purpose To enable the software trigger
Remarks “0x23” + “0x40” + “0x54” + “0x52” + “0x49” + “0x47” + “0x4f” + “0x4e”
+ “0x0d”

#@RDSN<CR>
Purpose Read serial number
Remarks “0x23” + “0x40” + “0x52” + “0x44” + “0x53” + “0x4e” + “0x0d”

#@BEEP,nn<CR>
Purpose Have the scanner beep as many times as you specified ranging from 00 to 99
times (00 is to stop the work). The length of beep time is based on the duration
of Good Read Beep setting and the constant interval between two beeps is
100ms.
Remarks nn – the two digits of command parameters
For example, ‘#@BEEP,09’ is to have the scanner beep for 9 times.
“0x23” + “0x40” + “0x42” + “0x45” + “0x45” + “0x50” + “0x2c” + “0x30”
+ “0x39” + “0x0d”

#@RLED,nn<CR>
Purpose Have the scanner’s red LED indicator blink as many times as you specified
ranging from 00 to 99 (00 is to stop the work). The length of blinking time is
based on the Good Read LED Duration setting and the constant interval between
two flashes is 200ms.
Remarks nn – the two digits of command parameters
For example, ‘#@RLED,09’ is to have the scanner blink for 9 times.
“0x23” + “0x40” + “0x52” + “0x4c” + “0x45” + “0x44” + “0x2c” + “0x30”
+ “0x39” + “0x0d”

#@GLED,nn<CR>
Purpose Have the scanner’s green LED indicator blink as many times as you specified
ranging from 00 to 99 (00 is to stop the work). The length of blinking time is
based on the Good Read LED Duration setting and the constant interval between
two flashes is 200ms.
Remarks nn – the two digits of command parameters
For example, ‘#@GLED,09’ is to have the scanner blink for 9 times.
“0x23” + “0x40” + “0x47” + “0x4c” + “0x45” + “0x44” + “0x2c” + “0x30”
+ “0x39” + “0x0d”

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#@VIBR,nn<CR>
Purpose Have the scanner vibrate as many times as you specified ranging from 00 to 99
(00 is to stop the work). The length of vibrating time is based on the Good Read
Vibrator Duration setting and the constant interval between two shakes is
500ms.
Remarks nn – the two digits of command parameters
For example, ‘#@VIBR,09’ is to have the scanner blink for 9 times.
“0x23” + “0x40” + “0x56” + “0x49” + “0x42” + “0x52” + “0x2c” + “0x30”
+ “0x39” + “0x0d”

#@RDVER<CR>
Purpose Read the information of firmware version.
Remarks “0x23” + “0x40” + “0x52” + “0x44” + “0x56” + “0x45” + “0x52” + “0x0d”

EXAMPLE

You may run HyperTerminal.exe on the host computer to send serial commands to the
scanner via USB Virtual COM or Bluetooth® SPP.

 For the scanner to stop immediately –

D
 For the scanner to resume working –
E
 For the scanner to change the beeper to medium volume and beep –
#@101011<CR>
#@////<CR>
 For the scanner to change the beeper to minimal volume and beep –
#@101010<CR>
#@////<CR>
 For the scanner to change the beeper frequency to 8 kHz (for Good Read Beep only)
and beep –
#@101001<CR>
#@////<CR>
 For the scanner to change the beeper length to longest (for Good Read Beep only)
and beep –
#@101008<CR>
#@////<CR>

 For the scanner to save the settings, send the serial command “#@109999” –
#@101011<CR>
#@109999<CR>
 For the scanner to read the serial number and beep -
#@RDSN<CR>

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#@////<CR>
 For the scanner to beep for nine times -
#@BEEP,09<CR>
 For the scanner’s LED indicator to blink in red for nine times -
#@RLED,09<CR>
 For the scanner’s LED indicator to blink in green for nine times -
#@GLED,09<CR>
 For the scanner to shake for nine times -
#@VIBR,09<CR>
 For the scanner to read the firmware version and beep -
#@RDVER<CR>
#@////<CR>

Note: (1) For USB Virtual COM, only configure the first scanner that connects to 3610.
To identify the scanner, send the serial command to have it respond with a beep.
(2) For Bluetooth® SPP, you can configure up to seven scanners at the same time.

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3610 SETUP BARCODES & SERIAL COMMANDS

Normally, configure the 3610 dongle by having a connected scanner read 3610-related
setup barcodes.

1) Connect 3610 to the USB port of PC. You will need to install its driver first!
2) Refer to 3.1.1 Connect to 3610 for the target scanner to connect to 3610.
Read the “Set Connection” barcode first, and then the “Serial Number” barcod. Both
barcode labels can be located at the back of 3610.
3) Read the following barcodes in sequence to configure 3610.

Enter Setup

(3610-related setup barcodes)

Update

For 3610-related setup barcodes, refer to the Serial Command table below. Note that for
the “Version” and “GetID” barcodes, you must run HyperTerminal.exe or any text editor
to receive or view the information.

 If the output interface is USB Virtual COM, run HyperTerminal.exe on the host
computer to receive the information.
 If the output interface is USB HID, run any text editor to receive the information.

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3610 SERIAL COMMANDS AND EQUIVALENT SETUP BARCODES

Config<CR>
Purpose To configure 3610.
Here is the setup barcode for this serial command:

Config
Remarks A list of the current settings will be displayed. Run HyperTerminal.exe on your
computer and change the settings one by one.

DefaultSetting<CR>
Purpose To restore the default settings.
Here is the setup barcode for this serial command:

DefaultSetting

SingleConnection<CR>
Purpose To allow only one scanner connecting to 3610.
Here is the setup barcode for this serial command:

SingleConnection

MultiConnection<CR>
Purpose To allow up to seven scanners connecting to 3610.
Here is the setup barcode for this serial command:

MultiConnection

UseOnePortforAll<CR>
Purpose To use one Virtual COM port for all whenever connecting 3610 to PC via USB. This
setting requires to connect one 3610 at a time, and will facilitate configuring multiple
3610 via the same Virtual COM port (for administrators’ or factory use).
Here is the setup barcode for this serial command:

UseOnePortforAll

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UseVariablePort<CR>
Purpose To use variable Virtual COM port when connecting more than one 3610 to PC via
USB.
Here is the setup barcode for this serial command:

UseVariablePort

Version<CR>
Purpose To get the firmware versions (CPU+USB Bridge).
Here is the setup barcode for this serial command:

Version

GetID<CR>
Purpose To get MAC ID.
Here is the setup barcode for this serial command:

GetID

Download<CR>
Purpose To download CPU firmware to 3610.
Here is the setup barcode for this serial command:

Download

LoadBridge<CR>
Purpose To download USB Bridge firmware to 3610.
Here is the setup barcode for this serial command:

LoadBridge

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EXAMPLE

Without using the scanner to read the above setup barcodes for configuring the 3610
dongle, run HyperTerminal.exe on the host computer to send serial commands to 3610
via USB Virtual COM.

1) Connect 3610 to the USB port of PC.

2) The Communication LED will indicate when 3610 can accept serial commands after
initializing. Refer to the table below.
 If the output interface is USB Virtual COM, run HyperTerminal.exe on the host
computer. While the Communication LED on 3610 is purple (red with flashing blue),
type the serial command within 3 seconds.
 If the output interface is USB HID, press the “Num Lock” or “Caps Lock” key via the
keyboard 5 times within 3 seconds while the Communication LED on 3610 is flashing
red and blue. This will change the interface from USB HID to USB Virtual COM and the
Communication LED will become purple (red with flashing blue). Then, run
HyperTerminal.exe on the host computer. While the Communication LED on 3610 is
purple (red with flashing blue), type the serial command within 3 seconds. After
configuring via serial commands, the interface will reset to USB HID after
re-connecting 3610.

Communication LED Meaning

--- Blue, Initialize
solid
Red, Blue, Serial command mode with USB Virtual COM: wait 3 seconds for starting a
solid flashing serial command
Red, Blue, Serial command mode with USB HID changed to USB Virtual COM first: wait
flashing flashing 3 seconds for pressing [Num Lock] or [Caps Lock] 5 times via keyboard

The serial commands mentioned above have to be typed within 3 seconds. However, the
commands below can be typed freely without any time limit.

#$ShowScanner<CR>
To list the scanner devices connecting with 3610

#$SelectScannerN<CR>
To select a scanner device from the list for configuring
N – the scanner ID in numerals representing the scanner device in the list

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KEYBOARD WEDGE TABLE

F2 SP 0 @ P ` p 

INS F3 ! 1 A Q a q 

DLT F4 " 2 B R b r 

Home F5 # 3 C S c s 

End F6 $ 4 D T d t 

Up F7 % 5 E U e u 

Down F8 & 6 F V f v 

Left F9 ' 7 G W g w 

BS F10 ( 8 H X h x 

HT F11 ) 9 I Y i y 

LF F12 * : J Z j z
Right ESC + ; K [ k {
PgUp Exec , < L \ l |
CR CR* - = M ] m }
PgDn . > N ^ n ~
F1 / ? O _ o Dly ENTER*

Note: (1) ~: Digits of numeric keypad.

(2) CR*/ENTER*: ENTER key on the numeric keypad.

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KEY TYPE & STATUS

KEY TYPE

If “Bluetooth® HID” or “USB HID” is configured for interface, Key Type and Key Status
will then become applicable.

*Normal

Scan Code

KEY STATUS

Decide whether or not to change key status when “Normal Key” is selected for Key Type.

Add Shift

Add Left Ctrl

Add Right Ctrl

Add Left Alt

Add Right Alt

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EXAMPLE

KEY TYPE = NORMAL

For example, if you want to program the character “!” as the prefix code:
1) Read the “Configure Prefix” barcode.
2) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for “2” and “1”.
3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

KEY TYPE = SCAN CODE

For example, if you want to program the character “a” (= “1C” on the scan code table) as the
prefix code:
1) Read the “Configure Prefix” barcode.
2) Read the “Scan Code” barcode.
3) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for “1” and “C”.
4) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

KEY TYPE = NORMAL + KEY STATUS = SHIFT

For example, if you want to program the character “!” (= “Shift” + “1” on keyboard) as the prefix
code:
1) Read the “Configure Prefix” barcode.
2) Read the “Add Shift” barcode.
3) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for “3” and “1”.
4) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

KEY TYPE = NORMAL + KEY STATUS = CTRL

For example, if you want to program “Ctrl+A” and “Ctrl+$” as the prefix code:
1) Read the “Configure Prefix” barcode.
2) Read the “Add Left Ctrl” barcode.
3) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for “4”, “1” (= “A”).
4) Read the “Add Left Ctrl” barcode.
5) Read the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page 234 for “2”, “4” (= “$”).
6) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

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NUMERAL SYSTEMS

DECIMAL SYSTEM

Decimal
0 1

2 3

4 5

6 7

8 9

Validate the Values

Validate

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Hexadecimal
0 1

2 3

4 5

6 7

8 9

A B

C D

E F

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Validate the Values

Validate

ASCII TABLE

0 DLE SP 0 @ P ` p
1 SOH DC1 ! 1 A Q a q
2 STX DC2 " 2 B R b r

3 ETX DC3 # 3 C S c s
4 EOT DC4 $ 4 D T d t
5 ENQ NAK % 5 E U e u
6 ACK SYN & 6 F V f v
7 BEL ETB ' 7 G W g w
8 BS CAN ( 8 H X h x
9 HT EM ) 9 I Y i y
A LF SUB * : J Z j z
B VT ESC + ; K [ k {
C FF FS , < L \ l |
D CR GS - = M ] m }
E SO RS . > N ^ n ~
F SI US / ? O _ o DEL

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ENTERING PIN CODE FOR AUTHENTICATION

USE PRESET PIN

1) In the configuration mode, read the barcode below to use a preset PIN for
authentication.

Use Preset PIN

2) Read one of the barcodes to specify the PIN code, in decimal or hexadecimal.
By default, the PIN code is set to “0000”. Maximum 16 characters are allowed.

Enter PIN in
Hexadecimal…

Enter PIN in
Decimal…

3) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 or the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode
on page 234 for the desired digits or character string.
Read the “Clear PIN Code” barcode first if you need to re-input the PIN code.

Clear PIN Code

4) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

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DISABLE AUTHENTICATION OR USE RANDOM PIN

In the configuration mode, read the barcode below to disable authentication (= No PIN)
or use a random PIN for authentication.

*No PIN or
use random PIN

Note: When using Bluetooth® HID, some device drivers may not support pre-defined PIN
code for authentication. In this case, make sure you have the scanner set to “No
PIN or use random PIN” before pairing. While pairing, the host PIN code will be
displayed on the computer screen.

Use Random PIN

When the target device is set to use a random PIN for authentication, wait until the random PIN is
displayed on the target device while pairing, and then input the matching PIN code on the scanner.

Note: Follow the steps below to enter the matching PIN on the scanner. There is no need
to enter the configuration mode!

1) Read one of the barcodes to specify the PIN code, in decimal or hexadecimal.

Enter PIN in
Hexadecimal…

Enter PIN in
Decimal…

2) Read the “Decimal Value” barcode on page 233 or the “Hexadecimal Value” barcode on page
234 for the desired digits or character string.
Read the “Clear PIN Code” barcode first if you need to re-input the PIN.

Clear PIN Code

3) Read the “Validate” barcode to complete this setting.

Reject Random PIN Request

When the random PIN is displayed on the target device while pairing, you can reject the PIN
request by having the scanner read the “Validate” barcode.

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Appendix V
KEYBOARD TYPE ONE-SCAN BARCODE

BLUETOOTH HID
PCAT (US)

PCAT (French)

PCAT (German)

PCAT (Italian)

PCAT (Swedish)

PCAT (Norwegian)

PCAT (UK)

PCAT (Belgium)

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PCAT (Spanish)

PCAT (Portuguese)

PS55 A01-2 (Japanese)

User-defined table

PCAT (Turkish)

PCAT (Hungarian)

PCAT (Swiss German)

PCAT (Danish)

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REMOTE USB HID

PCAT (US)

PCAT (French)

PCAT (German)

PCAT (Italian)

PCAT (Swedish)

PCAT (Norwegian)

PCAT (UK)

PCAT (Belgium)

PCAT (Spanish)

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PCAT (Portuguese)

PS55 A01-2 (Japanese)

User-defined table

PCAT (Turkish)

PCAT (Hungarian)

PCAT (Swiss German)

PCAT (Danish)

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