User Manual - KDC-300
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1. KDC300 Menu Options 14 KDC 300 Menu Options continued KDC300 User Manual Wedge Store Scan Options Time Out 0510 10 seconds Minimum Length 21036 characters Security Level Tto4 Data Process Wedge Oniy Wedge amp Store Store Only Wedge amp Store if Sent Wedge amp Store if Not Sent Barcode only Darromet Packet data Handshake Enable Disable None CR Terminator oF ORALE Tab Bluetooth Power Enable Disable Pairing Enter Pairing Mode Auto Connect Enable Disable Auto PowerOtt Enable Disable Auto PowerOn Enable Disable Beep Waming Enable Disable PWR OFF Time Tmin 30min System Fol Stored Barcode a Memory Status pane Remaining Memory Reset Memory Emply Data Memory Sleep Timeout Disabled to 10 minutes VYVYMMDD Date Time or HH MM SS Battery of Battery Left FW Version Version amp Serial Number Button Lock EnablediDisabled Beep Sound Enabled Disabled Auto Menu Exit Enabled Disabled Port Status Enabled Disabled Display Format Time amp Battery Type amp Time Type Battery Factory Default Restore to Factory Default Settings 15 KDC300 User Manual The KDC Mode Menu has three options Normal Onetime and Continuous modes e Normal This is the default mode which provides basic barcode scanning In Normal mode barcode data can be manipulation direc2. The KDC can be configured in one of five Wedge Store modes Wedge Only Scanned data is transmitted to the host The KDC does not store scanned data Wedge amp Store Scanned data is stored in the KDC and transmitted to the host Store Only Scanned data is stored in the KDC but NOT transmitted to the host Wedge amp Store if Sent Scanned data is stored in the KDC ONLY if transmission to the host is successfully Wedge amp Store if Not Sent Scanned data is stored in the KDC ONLY if transmission to the host is unsuccessfully Enable Wedge Handheld scanner mode Marked if either Wedge only or Wedge amp Store option are selected Keep Scan Data in KDC Marked if either Store only or Wedge amp Store option are selected 32 KDC300 User Manual Synchronize KDC Time with PC Time when Connected This option enables you to synchronize the KDC date and time with host device date and time Synchronization of date and time occurs after the data is uploaded to the host device Delays You can set transmission delays between barcodes and characters during the synchronization process It is important to set proper delays to prevent errors during the transmission of collected barcodes Some Windows applications such as Excel require longer delay times Prefix and Suffix Enter the characters you want appended to the front or back of the barcode in the prefix and or suffix fields The character set is any combination
3. Menu Option Codabar Sa Enabla Disable Check Digit DoNoiVerly VertyDoNotTx VerifyDoTx Coneatenate e Disabled Enabled Required Code39 Sans EnabieiDisabie Check Digit DoNotverity VertyDoNotTx VerifyDoTx Append Enable Disable FulASCI Enable Disable 12015 Check Digit DoNoiVerly VertyDoNotTx VerifyDoTx Code11 Tagi Check Digit e 2dgts Code128 Toncalenale Enable Disable Telepen Ouiput AIM Original UPCA VeriyChkDat EnableDEabe Numbersys Enable Disable Code BDgtAddenda Enable Disable Options 5DgtAddenda Enable Disable Req Addenda Enable Disable Sep Addenda Enable Disable Coupon Code Enable Disable UPCE Expand Enable Disable Teq Addenda Enable Disable Sep Addena Enable Disable Check Digit Enable Disable Numbersys Enable Disable 2DglAddenda Enable Disable 5DglAddenda Enable Disable EAN 13 VeriyCnkDgt EnableDisable 2DaiAddenda Enable Disable SDqtAddenda Enable Disable Req Addenda Enable Disable Sep Addena Enable Disable ISBN Trans Enable Disable EAN 8 VeriyChkDat Enable Disable 2DglAddenda Enable Disable SDgiAddenda Enable Disable Req Addenda Enable Disable Sep Addena Enable Disable MSI T CheckChar Enable Disable PosiCode Kanda Enabieiisabie AEB Limited A Enable Disable AEB Limited E EnabieiDisabie EAN UCC UPCEAN VER EnabieiDisabie Emulation RSS Emulate 128 Emulate No Emulate POSTNET Tx CheckDgt Enabla Disable PlanetCode Tx CheckDat Enable Disable Table 3
4. battery power level Version Shows KDC firmware version and serial number Button Lock Locks or unlocks KDC scan and scroll buttons Beep Sound Enables or disables KDC beep sound Port Status Enable or disable KDC port messages Display Format Selection of display format Time amp Battery Type amp Time or Type amp Battery Factory Default Resets certain KDC options to factory defaults Factory defaults for the KDC are listed below Defaults for KDC300 1D Symbologies 2D Symbologies SCAN OPTIONS AztecCode Timeout 2 seconds Codabar ooti Minimum Length 4 Characters Code 11 Pk Security Level 1 Level Code 39 CodablockF y Code93 Code16K Code128 Code49 DATA PROCESS EAN8 DataMatrix Wedge Store Wedge amp Store Always EAN13 MaxiCode Data Format Barcode Only EANUCO MicroPDF Handshake Disabled ieee PDF417 Terminator lt CR gt lt LF gt MSI QRCode Plessey Postal Codes BLUETOOTH PosiCode Power Disabled Postnet Besta Planstod Auto Connect Disabled RSSLimit anetvoue X Auto Power On Disabled RSSExpand UK Post As eras S2of5ID CanadaPost uto Powar Ee S2of5IA fc Beet Beep Warning Enabled ess Aus Post Power Off Time 5 minutes Sopan Japan Post Trioptic ai ina Post UPCA System UPCEO Korea Post o UPCE1 Sleep Timeout 5 seconds OCR Fonts Button Lock Disabled OCR ont Beep Sound Enabled Auto Exit Enabled Port Status Enabled Display Format Time
5. of ASCII characters including alphanumeric line feed m and carriage return r Order and Delimiter e Select Order of Data Type Data and Timestamp Select the Delimiter between Data Tab Space Comma and Semicolon Select the Delimiter between Records None LF CR Tab and lt LF amp CR gt 33 KDC300 User Manual 4 3 Barcode 8 KDC Settings KTSync allows you to configure the KDC Scan Options and Barcode Settings The configurations options for the KDC using KTSync are similar to the Set Barcodes Code Options and Scan Options on the KDC Menu Please refer to Appendix A for proper barcode settings for your application IMPORTANT You must configure barcode options properly for the best performance W Barcode amp KDC Settings IV Wide Scan Angle T High Filter Mode Symbology Options Reading Timeout z Secs Minimum Barcode Length Chars Security Level M Default OK Cancel Select Symbologies 1D Symbology 2D Symbology I Codabar F Code 11 IV Aztec Code Aztec Runes gaa AGERE I Codablock F I7 Code 16K W Code 93H Code 128 K coda it ide a F MaxiCode IZ MicroPDF417 FM EANZ F EAN 13 F PDF417 Y QR Code W EANUCC F 2085 Postal Codes FP Matrix 206 F MSI FP Postnet Payers M Plessey I PosiCode I Brtish Post Canadian Post M RSS 14 IV RSS Limited I Japanese Post Y Australian Post 9 RSS Expanded Y Straight 20f5 Industrial I China Post KixiNethedands Post i TL
6. or mechanical means without permission in writing from KoamTac Inc The material in this manual is subject to change without notices KoamTac reserves the right to make changes to any product to improve reliability function or design KoamTac doesn t assume any product liability arising out of or in connection with the application or use of any product circuit or application described herein Follow all warnings and instructions marked on manual and units Use only the power source specified in this manual or marked on the units TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO ANY TYPE OF MOISTURE DO NOT LOOK DIRECTLY INTO LASER OR POINT THE LASER INTO ANOTHER PERSON S EYES EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM MAY CAUSE EYE DAMAGE CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment WARNING 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 INFORMATION TO USER This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limit of 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 installat
7. scanned barcodes eliminating manual data entry Symbology and Scan Option selections Barcode Wedging options KTSync was installed during the initial installation process Before data can be uploaded to a host device KTSync must be launched on the host and configured to recognize the KDC The following screen displays when KTSync is launched KoamTac Data Synchronizer a K File Setting About 6 Synchronize Information Connection Connected to COM14 Data transfer None Figure 9 KTSync Synchronizer Menu File Menu e Connect Select the KDC port assignment This information can be found in Windows Device Manager The port assignment is used by KTSync when synchronizing data from the KDC Synchronize This option tells the KDC to synchronize data with the host manually Setting Menu Synchronize Select Synchronize options Barcode amp KDC Select Barcode and KDC options e Confirmation Select Auto Connection and or Synchronization Confirmation options About Menu KTSync Version Information 27 KDC300 User Manual 4 1 Connect to KDC The KDC connects to a COM port automatically when connected to your PC s USB port After the port is assigned you must manually assign the KDC to its assigned COM port in KTSync You can manually assign the KDC COM port using KTSync Connection submenu under File menu if needed Connect to KDC Serial ti Cancel Figure 10 COM Port Sel
8. 0 54 Bluetooth Button Clear Collation Connect Delay Delete Delimiter EAN128 Factory Factory Default 20 File 50 51 53 17 Handshake High ITF14 KDC KDSync Keyboard KoamTac6 45 61 62 63 65 66 67 KTSync 13 18 20 50 51 52 57 66 LED 13 44 45 61 Level 17 Memory 15 20 61 66 Option 15 17 50 56 64 Order 56 Pairing 15 PDA 52 61 67 Power Prefix 45 saves 15 20 Scan 15 17 50 55 57 61 64 Security Serial Special Barcodes Status Symbology Synchronization 13 50 52 54 56 59 61 Terminator 15 18 15 17 20 56 Time UPCA UPCE USB Version View Website Wedge Wide
9. 1 77 Koam ac A NEW WAVE IN AUTO ID User Manual KDC300 February 2009 KDC300 User Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS LISTING OF FIGURES LISTING OF TABLES 1 INTRODUCTION 2 INSTALLATION 8 OPERATION 2 1 KDC Package 2 2 KDC Characteristics 2 3 Installation aie Verify System Requirement Affix Neck Strap to KDC Copy CD to PC Connect KDC to PC Charge KDC Battery Configure KDC 2 4 Basic Operation Reading Barcodes Upload Barcode Data to PC 2 5 KDC Menus KDC Mode Menu View Data Menu Set Barcodes Menu Code Options Menu Scan Options Menu Data Process Menu Bluetooth Menu KDC200 KDC200P KDC300 System Menu 2 6 LED Status 2 7 Empty Battery 2 8 Buffer Full 2 9 Reset Feature 2 10 Replace Battery 3 BLUETOOTH KDC200 KDC200P KDC300 3 1 Power 3 2 Pairing 3 2 Auto Connect 3 3 Auto Power On 3 4 Auto Power Off 3 5 Beep Warning 3 6 PWR OFF Time KDC300 User Manual 4 SYNCHRONIZATION 4 1 Connect to KDC 4 2 Synchronization Settings Destination of Data Synchronization Methods KDC Wedge Method Synchronization Options 4 3 Barcode 8 KDC Settings 4 4 Confirmation Settings 5 MASTER SLAVE BARCODE COMPARE 6 TROUBLESHOOTING 7 WARRANTY 8 CONTACT INFORMATION APPENDIX A BARCODE amp SCAN OPTIONS A 1 Symbologies APPENDIX B FAQ B 1 Symbology B 2 Host Interf
10. 8 Battery Table 4 Factory Default Settings for KDC300 20 KDC300 User Manual 2 6 LED Status LED Color Status areen e Successful Reading e USB is connected and battery is fully charged ES e Low battery 7 e USB is connected and battery is charging e No reading R oq e Empty battery Table 5 Explanation of LEDs 2 7 Empty Battery The KDC will display the message Empty Battery Connect USB when the battery is empty Synchronize the KDC IMMEDIATELY to prevent loss of collected data 2 8 Buffer Full The KDC will display the message Buffer Full when the size of collected data reaches 200KB or the number of collected barcodes is 10 240 To prevent the loss of data you should synchronize the data then reset the memory when this message displays 21 KDC300 User Manual 2 9 Reset Feature The Reset feature lets you restart the KDC if necessary without losing any stored barcode data or option settings To reset the KDC follow these steps 1 Connect the KDC to your PC e KDC100 Connect to your PC directly using the swing out Type A USB connector See Figure 7 Reset Function for KDC100 KDC200 KDC200P KDC300 Connect to your PC using the included cable attaching the ultra mini USB connector to your KDC and the standard Type A connector to your PC s USB port See Figure 6 Reset Function for KDC200 KDC200P KDC300 2 Press DOWN scroll button and SCAN button
11. BLE BATTERY YES SCAN ENGINE Imager AUTOMATIC DATA UPLOAD YES STORES 10 000 BARCODES YES KTSYNC SOFTWARE YES SDK FOR DEVELOPERS YES SUPPORTS MICROSOFT YES XP VISTA MOBILE 5 0 BLUETOOTH ENABLED Table 1 Features of KDC KDC300 User Manual 2 INSTALLATION amp OPERATION 2 1 KDC Package The standard KDC package contains One KDC barcode data collector One USB cable One neck strap One KDC Laser Barcode Data Collector CD with Y KTSync for XP Vista and Mobile 5 0 Y KDC device driver v User Manual Pus INS NOTE Depending on your region or area package contents may vary Ke ja Collector ati raser Barcode P Figure 1 Contents of KDC Package KDC300 User Manual 2 2 KDC Characteristics Before you use your KDC please become familiar with its physical characteristics For assistance refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 which shows the placement of buttons display LEDs and ports on your KDC All KDC models are similar except for the KDC100 which comes with an additional USB connector KDC100 Barcode Reader and Data Collector Green Red Orange LEDs UP Scroll Button gt OLED Display DOWN Scroll Button Scan Button i Ultra Mini USB Port Type A USB swings out KDC100 ONLY Figure 2 Characteristics of KDC100 KDC300 User Manual KDC200 KDC200P KDC300 Barcode Reader and Data Collect
12. C39 IM Straight 2of5 IATA IV Korea Post F Telepen F Tioptic ocr F UPCA FF upceo OcROF I OCRA F uUPcEI T OcRB T OCR US Curency I OCR Semi Fort I OCR MICR E 138 Select al symbols C Deselect all symbols 34 KDC300 User Manual Codabar I Concatenation I Concatenation require I Transmit start stop character IV Do not verify check character I Venty check digit and transmit TT Verify check digit but do not transmit I Addenda separator Code 39 I Append I Do not verify check character F Full ASCII T Verify check digit and transmit I Transmit start stop character I Verity check digit but do not transmit UPCA I Verify check digit T 5digt addenda I Number system I Addenda required I 2digit addenda I Extended coupon code I 5 digit addenda UPCE T Check digit I Addenda required TF Number system F 5 digit addenda I 2digt addenda I Addenda separator I Expand EAN J Verity check digt I Addenda required I 2digt addenda I Addenda separator I 5 digt addenda EAN 13 J Verty check digit I Addenda required T 2 gt addenda I Addenda separator F ISBN Translate r intereave 2 of 5 F Do not very check digit I Verify check digit and transmit I Verify check digit but do not transmit Code 11 I Venty check digtis Code 128 I ISBT Concatenation Telepen I AM Output T Original Output y EAN UCC I UPC EAN Version I RSS Emulation T 128 Emulation F Emulation
13. Dirty scan window 6 Clean scan window Damaged scan window 0 Replace scan window KDC reads wrong barcode 6 Select only necessary barcodes Poor quality barcode 6 Increase minimum barcode length 6 Increase security level USB cable is not Check cable connection between KDC connected properly and host device Can t communicate with PC PDA Software is not or smartphone working properly Reload the software COM configuration Check COM port configurations Charge the battery by connecting KDC to PC LED blinks yellow Low battery power KDC will lose collected data if the battery is empty Buffer Full Message Full Memory 6 Clear the Memory using Synchronization program Empty Battery 6 Connect USB immediately Message Empty battery 6 Synchronize the collected data and charge KDC Table 6 Troubleshooting Techniques 38 KDC300 User Manual 7 Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMERS BY OPENING THE PACKAGE OF THIS PRODUCT YOU AGREE TO BECOME BOUND BY THE LIABILITY AND WARRANTY CONDITIONS AS DESCRIBED BELOW UNDER ALL CIRCUMSTANCES THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE READ ATTENTIVELY BEFORE INSTALLING AND OR USNG THE PRODUCT Serial Number A serial number appears on the KDC label This official registration number is strictly related to the device purchased Make sure that the serial number appearing on your KDC is not removed Removing the serial number will affect the warranty condi
14. Off Time option 25 KDC300 User Manual 3 5 Beep Warning The KDC beeps to acknowledge the status of the Bluetooth connection as follows 1 One 1 high short beep when Bluetooth is connected 2 One 1 low short when Bluetooth is disconnected 3 Five 5 short beeps if Beep Warning is ENABLED Auto Power Off is DISABLED e KDC200 200P 300 is DISCONNECTED from HOST e Bluetooth power is ON 3 6 PWR OFF Time The PWR Off Time option works in conjunction with the Auto Power Off option If Auto Power Off is Enabled the KDC powers off Bluetooth when the time duration specified in the PWR Off Time option is met and the KDC is NOT CONNECTED to the host The time settings for this option are from one 1 minute to 30 minutes The default is five 5 minutes 26 KDC300 User Manual 4 SYNCHRONIZATION When barcode data is collected it must be uploaded to your application KTSync which is bundled with the KDC is software that allows barcode data to be uploaded to any PC PDA or smartphone running Windows XP Vista or Mobile 5 0 It has two major functions Synchronization and Keyboard Emulation Synchronization Provides data upload functionality to your applications Keyboard Emulator Allows scanned data to upload directly into your application as if the data were being entered manually on a keyboard Additional functions include Prefixes and suffixes add on functions to
15. ace B 3 Battery B 4 Memory B 5 Programming INDEX LISTING OF FIGURES Figure 1 Contents of KDC Package KDC300 User Manual Figure 2 Characteristics of KDC100 Figure 3 Characteristics of KDC200 KDC200P KDC300 12 Figure 4 Location of Scroll Buttons Figure 5 KDC Display 13 Figure 6 Reset Function for KDC200 KDC200P KDC300 22 Figure 7 Reset Function for KDC100 22 Figure 8 Replacing KDC Battery 23 Figure 9 KTSync Synchronizer Menu 27 Figure 10 COM Port Selection for KDC 28 Figure 11 KTSync Synchronization Settings 29 Figure 12 KTSync Barcode Symbologies and Scan Options 35 36 Figure 13 KTSync Confirmation Settings Figure 14 Master Slave Barcode Compare Diagram 37 LISTING OF TABLES Table 1 Features of KDC Table 2 Approximate Time to Charge KDC Battery 11 Table 3 KDC300 Menu Options 14 Table 4 Factory Default Settings for KDC300 20 Table 5 Explanation of LEDs 21 Table 6 Troubleshooting Techniques 38 Table 7 Symbologies Supported by KDC 41 Table 8 Listing of Symbologies Supported by KDC 42 KDC300 User Manual COPYRIGHT LICENSE and WARNING PAGE Copyright 2009 by KoamTac Inc All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form or by any electrical
16. ats Barcode Only and Packet Data Barcode Only KDC transmits scanned barcodes only User may incorporate proper data transmission error detection and correction mechanism in this mode KDC supports various termination characters for barcode only format User can select lt NONE gt lt CR gt lt LF gt lt CR LF gt or lt TAB gt as the termination character Packet Data KDC transmits packet data with checksum to minimize transmission errors KTSync operates in Packet Data mode ONLY If you are using KTSync Data Format mode must be set to Packet Data Handshake KDC provides Handshake mode when Data Format is set to Packet Data Handshake Mode will increase the reliability of barcode data transmission e The default mode for Handshake is Disabled e Data transmission speed is slower when Handshake Mode is Enabled Terminator KDC supports various termination characters when the Data Format mode is set to Barcode Only This option allows you to select lt NONE gt lt CR gt lt LF gt lt CR LF gt or lt TAB gt as the termination character The default terminator is lt CR LF gt 18 KDC300 User Manual The KDC supports Bluetooth a robust wireless protocol that allows connectivity between a Bluetooth enabled KDC and a Microsoft compatible host device running a Bluetooth environment Before utilizing the advantages of Bluetooth functionality with the KDC you should become familiar with Bluetooth c
17. code data will display along with scan time and battery level Depending on the configuration of your KDC other information may also display Scan Time Battery Leve t t 12 59 59 1234567890123 4567890123456 Barcode Data 7890123456789 Figure 5 KDC Display If the scan was unsuccessful you will hear two beeps the LEDs will illuminate in red and the message Failed reading will display If you have problems scanning a barcode try the following suggestions while pointing the KDC at the barcode and depressing the scan button e Modify the angle of the KDC in relation to the barcode making the angle bigger or smaller as needed e Modify the distance between the barcode and the KDC moving closer or further away as needed e Check option settings defined in the KDC menu section and change options as needed e Check that the barcode s width does not exceed the light beam s width and vice versa Use the KTSync synchronization program to upload barcode data from the KDC to your PC Please refer to Chapter 4 Synchronization for details 2 5 KDC Menus KDC300 User Manual Top Sub Menu Option Note Menu Option Normal Default be ains ra Compre iode continuous ontinuous Compare Mod Mode Collation Select Compare Digits View Data View Delete View Delete Data 1D Codabar E
18. dablockF Code 16K Code49 DataMatrix MaxiCode MicroPDF PDF417 8 QRCode Postal Barcodes N A N A N A AusPost CanadaPost ChinaPost JapanPost KoreaPost KixPost Planet Code Postnet US 8 UKPost OCR Fonts N A N A N A OCR A OCR B OCRUSCurrency OCRMICRE13B amp OCRSEMIFONT Table 7 Symbologies Supported by KDC 41 Appendix B FAQ B 1 Symbology KDC300 User Manual Q What barcode symbologies are supported by the KDC300 A The KDC300 supports most major 1D 2D barcode symbologies and OCR KDC300 2D Barcodes AztecCode AztecRunes CodablockF Code16K Code49 DataMatrix MaxiCode MicroPDF PDF417 and QRCode 1D Barcodes Codabar Code11 Code32 Code39 Code128 EAN8 EAN13 EANUCC I2of5 MSI Plessey PosiCode RSS 14 RSSLimit RSSExpand S2of5IA S20f51D TLC39 Telepen Trioptic UPCA and UPCE Postal Barcodes AusPost CanadaPost ChinaPost JapanPost KoreaPost KixPost Planet Code Postnet US and UKPost OCR Fonts OCR A OCR B OCRUSCurrency OCRMICRE13B and OCRSEMIFONT KDC100 KDC 200 KDC200P 1D Barcodes EAN13 EAN8 UPCA UPCE Bookland EAN EAN13 with Add on EAN8 with Add on UPCA with Add on UPCE with Add on Interleave 2 of 5 ITF14 Code128 Codabar EAN128 Code39 Code93 Code35 2D Barcodes PFD417 KDC200P only Table 8 Listing of Symbologies Supported by KDC KDC300 User Manua
19. during the synchronization process It can interrupt the process causing unreliable results 30 KDC300 User Manual Fast Synchronization in Burst Mode The KDC can synchronize data to a host device in Burst mode or Handshake mode Burst mode provides the fastest synchronization process when the Destination of Data option is set to File Clear KDC Memory after Synchronization The stored barcode data is cleared from the KDC memory after synchronization if this option is selected The KDC can store a total of 10 240 barcodes or 200KB of barcode data It is important to clear the KDC memory periodically to prevent Buffer Full message which will prevent the KDC from storing additional data Stored barcode data can also be deleted using the Reset Memory feature on the KDC Automatically Synchronize after Connection This option lets you automatically synchronize collected data to your PC immediately when the KDC is connected to the host IMPORTANT Remember to configure all options properly before performing an automatic synchronization process Data synchronization can be done manually by clicking the synchronize icon if this option is not selected Beep while Synchronization You can enable or disable the beep tone during the synchronization process A beep is sounded each and every time barcode data is synchronized if this option is selected The KDC beeps 5 times when the synchronization process is complete 31 KDC300 User Manual
20. ection for KDC The COM port assignment is found in the Windows Device Manager e KTSync will not connect to the KDC if it is in KDC Mode Menus You must EXIT the KDC from the Menus before KTSync will connect to the KDC e If KTSync fails to connect automatically to the KDC please follow these directions Exit KTSync Check that you have connected the KDC to a USB port on your PC Make sure to use the cable provided with the KDC Check that the KDC is not in KDC Mode Menu Restart KTSync na op 28 KDC300 User Manual 4 2 Synchronization Settings The KDC Menus provides several synchronization options for synchronizing host devices such as your PC PDA or smartphone KTSync is included with the KDC for synchronizing host devices running Windows XP Vista or Mobile 5 0 You can also configure various Synchronization and Keyboard Emulation functions in the Synchronization Settings option E Synchronization Settings Select destination of data Select synchronization options File J Synchronize KDC date time with PC date time C WmyData New c Delays between barcodes 100 a msecs Active window C Microsoft Excel Delays between characters 1 4 msecs Select from currently running application Attach timestamp Untitled Notepad Attach barcode type Select synchronization methods IV Attach serial number Start of record Y IV Fast synchronization in burst mode I Clear KDC memory after synchroniza
21. er Rename folder to KTSync With the KTSync folder highlighted click Copy The KTSync program User Manual and KTReader inf file will be copied into that folder KDC300 User Manual The KDC is equipped with one ultra mini USB port If you have the KDC100 it has two ports Ultra Mini and standard Type A which swings out See Figure 2 for more details The USB port is used to upload barcode data and to charge the KDC battery Prior to using the KDC your PC must recognize the KDC With the USB cable that came with the KDC connect the KDC to your PC Follow these directions for connecting the KDC to your PC Connect the cable s ultra mini USB connector to the KDC Connect the cable s Type A USB connector to your PC Wait until your computer beeps and displays the message New Hardware Found 2 0 Nw Follow the prompts to search for the KDC device driver The device driver is located in the KDSync directory created when you copied the CD contents to your PC a Select KDSync directory and KTReader inf file Continue with the hardware installation procedure After installing the KDC you must charge its battery To charge the battery follow these directions 1 Connect the cable s ultra mini USB connector to the KDC Connect the cable s Type A USB connector to your computer 3 Your KDC battery will begin charging Two small LEDs on the front panel will illuminate orange When the battery is fully charged the LEDs will illumi
22. ge displays the Bluetooth connection with the host device failed If the message Connected displays a Bluetooth connection was established y It is possible for the message Pairing failed to display on the KDC while the host device displays Connected message lf this occurs a Bluetooth connection is established 24 KDC300 User Manual 3 2 Auto Connect This feature allows the KDC to connect automatically to the host device when the KDC is powered on IMPORTANT Until the host device and KDC have been fully tested it is strongly recommended that this feature be Disabled because a host device that does not support this feature can cause problems such as power loss or upload delays 3 3 Auto Power On The Auto Power On option allows the KDC to automatically power on Bluetooth when the SCAN button is depressed The default setting is Disabled NOTE The host may have to open the COM port before reconnecting with the KDC 3 4 Auto Power Off The Auto Power Off option works in conjunction with the PWR Off Time option This option allows the KDC to power off Bluetooth automatically when the KDC is NOT CONNECTED to the host for the time duration specified in the PWR Off Time option The default for this option is Enabled It is strongly recommended to keep it enabled to maximize the operation time of the KDC If Auto Power Off is enabled Bluetooth can be manually powered off before specified time in PWR
23. ion 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 1 Reorient Relocate the receiving antenna 2 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver 3 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit difference from that to which the receiver is connected 4 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help WARNING RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE DISPOSE USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS KDC300 User Manual 1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on purchasing KoamTac s revolutionary barcode scanner and data collector Lightweight and compact with a user friendly design and superior functionality KoamTac s KDC works in a variety of portable applications Use it independently or as an accessory to your PC PDA or smartphone To find out more about KoamTac Inc and our family of products visit us at www koamtac com FEATURES KDC100 KDC200 KDC200P KDC300 USB CONNECTIONS RECHARGEA
24. ity of such damages Warranty Coverage and Procedure During the warranty period KoamTac will repair or replace defective products returned to KoamTac warehouse International customers should contact the local KoamTac office or support center If warranty service is required KoamTac will issue a Return Material Authorization Number Products must be shipped in the original or comparable package shipping and insurance charges prepaid KoamTac will ship the repaired or replacement product freight and insurance prepaid Customer accepts full responsibility for its software and data including the appropriate backup thereof Repair or replacement of a product during warranty will not extend the original warranty term CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 39 KDC300 User Manual 8 CONTACT INFORMATION Koam ac A NEW WAVE IN AUTO ID CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 116 Village Boulevard Suite 200 Princeton NJ 08540 PH 609 724 4335 FAX 609 228 437 email admin koamtac com For more information visit our website www koamtac com 40 KDC300 User Manual APPENDIX A Barcode amp Scan Options The process for scanning and reading barcodes is delicate and complicated Your KDC though equipped with a high performance scan engine if configured incorrectly may not perform at its peak performance level To ens
25. l B 2 Host Interface Q What interface ports are supported by the KDC300 A The KDC300 has one ultra mini USB port which supports serial and USB Serial It also supports Bluetooth SPP Q What Bluetooth protocol stacks are supported by KDC300 A The KD300 supports all major Bluetooth stacks such as Toshiba Widcomm BlueSoleil and Microsoft The KDC300 can also connect to other Bluetooth stacks supporting SPP Serial Port Profile B 3 Battery Q How long will the KDC300 battery last before it needs to be replaced A The battery on the KDC300 can be charged at least 300 times before it needs to be replaced Q How long does it take to charge the KDC300 A It takes about 4 hours to fully charge the KDC300 from an empty battery status to a fully charged status Q How many barcodes can a fully charged KDC300 scan A The KDC300 can scan more than 20 000 barcodes with Bluetooth connection Q How long will the KDC300 battery lasts in the sleep mode A The KDC300 lasts more than 10 days in sleep mode If Bluetooth is powered ON and connected to a host device it will last for more than five days Q Can I replace the KDC300 battery A Yes The KDC300 has a separate compartment for the battery which can be opened easily with a screw driver Contact your distributor for a replacement battery B 4 Memory Q How many barcodes can be stored in the KDC300 A The KDC300 has 200KB of data memory and is able to store
26. lows you to Enable or Disable the Bluetooth functionality of the KDC To use Bluetooth this option must be set to Enable However like all devices enabled for Bluetooth the KDC when set to Enable will search constantly to connect with a Bluetooth host Constant searching uses battery power Unless you are using Bluetooth with your KDC this option should be set to Disabled IMPORTANT To prevent unnecessary power problems it is strongly recommended that the POWER option be set to Disabled if the KDC is idle for an extended period of time 3 2 Pairing Before you are able to use Bluetooth the KDC must be paired with the host device This paring process only needs to be completed once with each host device After pairing the host device will always recognize the KDC as a Bluetooth device unless the Bluetooth configuration is modified If it is modified you may need to pair the devices again IMPORTANT The host device must be configured for Bluetooth before it can be paired to the KDC To pair the KDC with the host follow these instructions 1 Select Pairing from the Bluetooth menu The message Pairing started will displayed 2 When prompted by the host device enter the Security PIN 0000 3 The Pairing success message will display when the Bluetooth connection is successfully established The connection must be established before the pairing timeout which is 60 seconds y If Pairing failed messa
27. nabla Disable Code Ti Enable Disable Code 35 Enable Disable Codes Enable Disable Tode128 Enable Disable EANS Enable Disable EANTS Enable Disable EANUCE Enable Disable Tois Enable Disable Matos Enable Disable MSI Enable Disable Plessey Enable Disable PosiCode Enable Disable RSS 14 Enable Disable RSSLimit Enable Disabie ASSExpand Enable Disable Zoo Enable Disable S20K5IA Enable Disable TLC Enable Disable Telepen Enable Disable Tropic Enable Disable UPCA Enable Disable Set UPCEO Enable Disable Barcodes UPCET Enable Disable 2D AztecCode Enable Disable Aztec unes Enable Disable TodabiockF Enable Disabie Code 16K Enable Disable Todd Enable Disable DataMatix Enable Disable MaxiCode Enable Disabie MicroPOF Enable Disable POFATT Enable Disabie ORCode Enable Disabie Postal Codes Postnet Enable Disable PlanetCode Enable Disable UKPost Enable Disable CanadaPost Enable Disable KixPost Enable Disable AusPost Enable Disable JapanPost Enable Disable ChinaPost Enable Disable KoreaPost Enable Disable OCR Fonts OCR OFF Enable Disable OCRA Enable Disable OCRE Enable Disable OCR US Enable Disable Currency OCR Enable Disable MICRE138 OCR Semi Font Enable Disable Top Sub Menu Option Note
28. nate green KDC100 KDC200 KDC200P KDC300 2 Hours 2 Hours 2 Hours 4 Hours Table 2 Approximate Time to Charge KDC Battery KDC300 User Manual The KDC is designed to meet the data collection requirements of many different industries in a variety of dynamic situations To perform well in these diverse environments the KDC is designed to be configured easily and quickly For the KDC to perform at its maximum level the KDC must be configured properly Until you are familiar with configuring the KDC it is recommended that you DO NOT modify the KDC The KDC can be configured in three different methods which are explained in Chapter 2 5 KDC Menus Chapter 4 Synchronization and Appendix C Special Barcodes currently only available for KDC 100 KDC200 and KDC200P CONFIGURATION METHODS FOR THE KDC KDC Menu KTSync Software Special Barcodes Currently only available for the KDC 100 200 200P only Press UP and DOWN Scroll Buttons simultaneously to access the KDC menu Figure 4 Location of Scroll Buttons 12 KDC300 User Manual 2 4 Basic Operation Reading a barcode is simply Point the KDC at a barcode and press the scan button Be sure to point the scan engine at the barcode not at your face making sure to position the light beam on the barcode If the barcode is scanned successfully you will hear one beep and the LEDs will illuminate in green The scanned bar
29. off Msi I Verify check digit and transmit PosiCode AandBOn I Aand Band Limited A On I Aand Band Limited B On p Postnet I Check digit and transmit PlanetCode I Check digit and transmit Cancel gt Figure 12 KTSync Barcode Symbologies and Scan Options 35 KDC300 User Manual 4 4 Confirmation Settings The Confirmation Settings window will display If you want to confirm an Auto Connection or Auto Synchronization this window will pop up E Confirmation settings I Ask confirmation before trying auto connection Ask confirmation before starting auto synchronization Figure 13 KTSync Confirmation Settings 36 KDC300 User Manual 5 Master Slave Barcode Compare The KDC Mode Menu supports two applications for collecting data Normal mode and Master Slave Barcode Compare mode In the Master Slave mode a master barcode is defined then compared to slave barcodes The specific modes are described below e Onetime mode Define one master barcode and compare it with one slave barcode e Continuous mode Define one master barcode and compare it with multiple slave barcodes e Collation mode 1 Allows you to compare a substring within a barcode instead of comparing an entire barcode string 2 Uses a Start Character Position and Number of Characters to be Compared to define the substring The following flow chart shows the data flow in this Master Slave Compare application Wi
30. onnectivity and its impact on your host environment To configure your KDC for Bluetooth functionality you must use the KDC Menus To access the menus simultaneously press the UP and DOWN scroll buttons on the side of the KDC for about 5 seconds until the KDC Menus display Use the DOWN button to scroll to Bluetooth then press the Scan button Below is a listing of the Bluetooth options and their settings The default settings for these options have been set to increase the usability of Bluetooth technology without compromising the KDC battery usage IMPORTANT We strongly recommend NOT changing these settings until you have fully tested the Bluetooth connection between the KDC and the host device For more detailed information regarding Bluetooth functionality with the KDC please refer to Bluetooth Menu KDC200 KDC200P KDC300 Power Enabled or Disabled e Pairing Mode e Auto Connect Enabled or Disabled Auto Power On Enabled or Disabled Auto Power Off Enabled or Disabled Beep Warning Enabled or Disabled e PWR Off Time 1 to 30 Minutes 19 KDC300 User Manual Memory Status Checks the number of stored barcodes and memory usage Reset Memory Resets KDC memory by erasing all stored barcodes Sleep Timeout Sets amount of time KDC waits when not being used before going to sleep Date Time Sets the date and time of KDC which can also be set using KTSync Battery Shows current status of
31. or Green Red Orange LEDs UP Scroll Button OLED Display Scan Button i Ultra Mini USB Port KDC200 and KDC200P Green Red Orange LEDs OLED Display UP Scroll Button Scan Button lt DOWN Scroll Button Ultra Mini USB Port KDC300 Figure 3 Characteristics of KDC200 KDC200P KDC300 KDC300 User Manual 2 3 Installation Prior to connecting the KDC to your computer please verify that your system meets the minimum system requirements v Microsoft Windows XP or Vista v Accessible USB port or serial port for connecting KDC to your computer We strongly recommend attaching the neck strap to the KDC Wear the KDC securely around your neck to prevent potential damage to the device if dropped DO NOT swing the product with the neck strap Contact with another object may damage the KDC causing it to malfunction To install the neck strap 1 Fit small thin cord of the strap around the pillar of the KDC 2 Loop the thick cord of the strap through the thin loop 3 Pull the strap tight Please create a directory in PC and copy CD files e Insert the CD into your PC s disk drive e From the Windows taskbar click the Start icon My Computer icon then the CD icon A folder labeled KDC will display Highlight the folder and click Copy this folder on the left sidebar menu e The Copy Items box pops up Click on Make a New Fold
32. over 10 000 UPC barcodes Q Can I download stored barcodes or wedge barcodes to my application A Yes KTSync is synchronization and wedging software included with the KDC300 which supports host applications running on Microsoft Windows XP Vista and Mobile5 0 Q Does the KDC300 support Blackberry Symbian Apple and Palm devices A KTSync supports devices running Microsoft Windows XP Vista and Mobile5 0 Applications for Blackberry Symbian Apple Palm and others can be developed using KoamTac s software development kit Contact KoamTac if you are interested in our SDK 43 B 5 Programming Q Can the KDC300 be programmed by a KoamTac Business Partner A Currently the KDC doesn t support a programming environment for its partners However an application generator utility is scheduled for release in 2009 Q Does KoamTac provide customization services for the KDC300 A Yes Custom applications or projects can be developed by KoamTac engineers This service is provided as an additional fee to KoamTac For more information regarding this service please contact KoamTac Q Can a partner develop a PC or PDA application for the KDC300 A Yes A software development kit for devices or applications running Microsoft Windows XP Vista and Mobile5 0 is available to our partners Partners can use DLL and our demo source code included in the SDK for custom applications 44 6 11 15 20 15 2
33. s Wide Filter Allows you to change the Filter mode from Normal to High for poor quality barcodes The default is Normal Timeout Allows you to set the length of time before the KDC will stop scanning a barcode from 5 second up to 10 seconds The default is 2 seconds Minimum Barcode Length Allows you to set a barcode length from 2 characters to 36 characters It is strongly recommended that you maximize the minimum barcode length setting to prevent possible errors The default is 4 characters Security Level Allows you to ensure an accurate barcode reading by setting the number of times the KDC will read a barcode Security Level is set from 1 up to 4 The higher security level means more reliable readings though some performance degradation is likely For poor quality barcodes we recommend increasing the security level The default is 2 17 KDC300 User Manual Wedge Store The KDC provides five modes of data transmission in keyboard wedging mode e Wedge Only Barcode data is NOT stored in memory but transmitted to the host e Wedge 8 Store Only Barcode data is stored in memory and transmitted to the host e Store Only Barcode data is stored in memory but NOT transmitted to the host e Wedge amp Store if Sent If data transmission is successful barcode data is stored in memory e Wedge amp Store if Not Sent If data transmission is NOT successful barcode data is stored in memory Data Format The KDC provides two data form
34. simultaneously for 5 seconds 3 When the LEDs illuminate yellow release the buttons 4 The KDC initial screen KoamTac Data Collector KDC displays when reset is complete Note The KDC stores collected data into flash memory and will not lose data or the KDC settings during the reset process DOWN Scroll Button DOWN Scroll Button Scan Button Scan Button Plug into USB Figure 7 Reset Function for KDC100 Figure 6 Reset Function for KDC200 KDC200P KDC300 22 KDC300 User Manual 2 10 Replace Battery The KDC battery has a lifetime of at least 300 charges However when the battery is no longer chargeable it needs to be replaced You can purchase a replacement battery from your distributor The steps for replacing the battery are as follows 1 Disassemble the KDC back cover by unscrewing the middle screw 2 Remove old battery and replace with new battery 3 Reassemble the back cover Battery Cover Screw Battery Cover SN 000654 Figure 8 Replacing KDC Battery 23 KDC300 User Manual 3 BLUETOOTH kpc200 KDC200P KDC300 The KDC supports a generic Bluetooth COM port and is compatible with following Bluetooth stacks However the KDC supports SPP Serial Port Profile and may support other Bluetooth stacks than those listed below BlueSoleil e Broadcom Widcomm e Microsoft Windows XP SP2 Vista and Mobile5 0 e Toshiba 3 1 Power The POWER option al
35. thin this application you can go back to KDC Mode Menu by pressing the UP and DOWN scroll buttons simultaneous during the Master Slave Barcode Compare process KDC Mode __ Collation Define substring to be compared Default is entire barcode Select MS Mode Onetime Continuous gt Continuous y Scan Master Barcode Scan Master A Barcode Matched gt Mismatched Figure 14 Master Slave Barcode Compare Diagram 37 KDC300 User Manual 6 Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Charge battery by connecting KDC to Dead battery your PC using the included cable KDC not working Hardware failure 6 Contact distributor for technical support Bad battery 0 Replace battery Contact Local Distributor KDC not charging m 3 Poor USB port USB port doesn t supply proper current to KDC Charge KDC using a different USB port on your PC Damaged barcode 6 Scan a different barcode Move the scanner closer to barcode Out of scan range Move scanner farther from the barcode Incorrect angle 6 Change the angle of scanner to barcode Failed reading Symbology 6 Contact KoamTac www koamtac com not supported for possibility of custom symbology support Scan options 6 Check scan option settings Dirty scan window 6 Clean scan window Damaged scan window 0 Replace scan window
36. tion 200000 Prefix Koamtac 1234 IV Automatically synchronize after connection E Beep while synchronization II Sufis _DataCollector ence KDC ee m a Data order lt Type gt lt Data gt lt Timestamp gt y Data delimiter Semicolon Y Record delimiter CR W1 amp LE X Cancel Figure 11 KTSync Synchronization Settings 29 KDC300 User Manual When barcode data is uploaded to the host device you must assign a destination for the data Destination of Data options include File This option means data will be saved in the assigned filename You can select a different target directory by clicking the New icon C MyData is the default directory If this directory is not created you will be prompted to create it before data can be uploaded to a file Active Window This option means scanned barcode data is sent directly to the active program running on your device as if the data was being entered directly from a keyboard Microsoft Excel This option means barcode data is being imported directly into Microsoft s Excel Various parameters can be set when uploading data to Excel Select from Current Running Application This option allows you to select a currently running application for data synchronization Note Data synchronization begins immediately if Automatically After Connection is selected If not selected data synchronization is started manually by the user Users SHOULD NOT operate the PC
37. tions and liability disadvantageously so please maintain the label with serial number on the KDC Units with the serial number label removed should not be operated Warranty Warranty Period Liability KoamTac Inc KoamTac manufactures its hardware products in accordance with industry standard practices Unless otherwise agreed in a contract KDC is warranted for a period of one year after purchase covering defects in material and workmanship except rechargeable battery KoamTac will repair or at its opinion replace products that prove to be defective in material or workmanship under proper use during the warranty period KoamTac will not be liable in cases i in which the unit has been repaired or altered unless done or approved by KoamTac ii in which the unit has not been maintained in accordance with any operating or handling instructions supplied by KoamTac iii in which the unit has been subjected to unusual physical or electrical stress misuse abuse power shortage negligence or accident or iv in which the unit has been used other than in accordance with the product operating and handling instructions Preventive maintenance is the responsibility of the customer and is not covered under this warranty Under no circumstance will KoamTac be liable for any direct indirect consequential or incidental damages arising out of use or inability to use either the hardware or software even if KoamTac has been informed about the possibil
38. tly through the KDC or using KTSync during the synchronization process e Onetime This mode allows you to define a master barcode and then compare another barcode to the master barcode one time e Continuous This mode allows you to define a master barcode and then compare multiple barcodes to the master barcode continuously e Collation This mode works in conjunction with Onetime and Continuous modes allowing you to define a string of characters within the master barcode and a string of characters within a slave barcode for comparison in Onetime or Continuous modes This menu option allows you to view and or delete barcodes stored in the KDC This menu lists all the barcode symbologies supported by your KDC and allows you to select the barcode symbologies you will be scanning For maximum scan performance you should select only the symbologies you are scanning Please refer to Appendix A 1 Symbologies for a detailed listing of symbologies supported by your KDC Your KDC supports various Code Options including Transmission of Start and Stop Characters Symbology Conversion Verification of Optional Check Character Transmission of Check Digit and Concatenate Please refer to Table 3 KDC300 Menu Options for a detailed listing of Code Options for the symbologies supported by the KDC 16 KDC300 User Manual Scan Angle Allows you to configure the laser beam angle to the barcode Wide is 54 and Narrow is 27 The default i
39. ure its high performance the KDC comes configured to optimize its scan engine technology Unless you clearly understand the impact of your changes to the KDC settings please do not change factory default settings A 1 Symbologies KoamTac s KDC products support most major barcode symbologies including 1D 2D Postal and OCR Fonts Below is a list of the barcode symbologies supported by the KDC with respect to each models particular area of support To ensure superior scan performance remember to select only the required symbologies KDC100 KDC200 KDC200P KDC300 1D Barcodes EAN13 EAN8 UPCA UPCH Bookland EAN EAN13 with Addon EAN8 with Add on UPCA with Add on UPCE with Add on Interleave 2 of 5 ITF14 Code128 Codabar EAN128 Code39 Code93 amp Code35 EAN13 EAN8 UPCA UPCH Bookland EAN EAN13 with Add on EAN8 with Add on UPCA with Add on UPCE with Add on Interleave 2 of 5 ITF14 Code128 Codabar EAN128 Code39 Code93 amp Code35 EAN13 EAN8 UPCA UPCE Bookland EAN EAN13 with Add on EAN8 with Add on UPCA with Add on UPCE with Add on Interleave 2 of 5 ITF14 Code128 Codabar EAN128 Code39 Code93 amp Code35 Codabar Code11 Code32 Code39 Code128 EAN8 EAN13 EANUCC I20f5 MSI Plessey PosiCode RSS 14 RSSLimit RSSExpand S20f51A S20f5 TLC39 Telepen Trioptic UPCA amp UPCE 2D Barcodes N A N A PFD417 AztecCode AztecRunes Co
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