Aopos AS290 User manual

AS290
/AS260 Cordless Barcode Scanner
User Manual
Version: AS290/AS260_UM_EN_V1.2.7
AOPOS

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Notice
Make sure you carefully read the following information to ensure that your barcode scanner is able to
perform at the level for which it is designed.
1. All software, including firmware, furnished to the user is on a licensed basis.
2. The right is reserved to make changes to any software or product to improve reliability, function, or
design.
3. The material in this manual is subject to change without notice.
4. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties which may arise
from the use of this manual.
5. A standard kit contains: a handheld unit, a cradle (with USB, or RS-232, or PS2 cable), an antenna,
a 5V AC/DC adaptor (for battery charge) and a CD-ROM (containing software and electrical
manuals).
6. Do not throw or drop the scanner or otherwise subject it to strong impact, which can damage the
scanner, interrupt program execution, corrupt memory contents, or otherwise interfere with proper
operation.
7. Use a blunt object to operate the stroke keys. Use of a sharp pointed object can damage stroke
keys and cause shorting of internal circuitry.
8. Never try to remove the battery from the scanner.
9. Sudden temperature changes can cause condensation to form on the scanner’s case. Operating
the scanner while condensation is present can interfere with proper operation. Take care to avoid
conditions that cause the formation of condensation. If condensation does form, wait until it dries
completely before using the scanner.
10. The scanner offers two kinds of wireless network topology: point coordination and distributed
coordination. The default setting of wireless network topology is point coordination. To change
the wireless network topology, you must change the setting of both handheld unit and cradle.
11. The scanners within same working area must apply the same wireless network topology.
12. When the point coordination wireless network topology is used, if multi-clusters are working in the
same area, then each cluster must use a different radio frequency channel. Both of the handheld
unit and cradle must be configured individually.
13. When the distributed coordination wireless network topology is used, if multi-clusters are working in
the same area, it is strongly recommended that different radio frequency channel numbers are
applied to different clusters. While setting up, only the radio frequency channel number of the first
handheld unit of a single cluster is required to be set. When the first handheld unit binds to the
cradle, the cradle will automatically obtain the radio frequency channel number of the handheld unit.
The consecutive joined handheld units will automatically obtain the radio frequency channel number
of the cradle.
14. In order to obtain constantly good communication quality, when in multi-clusters working mode, the
physical space between two cradles is required to be at least 2 meters.
15. In order to obtain constantly good communication quality, it is recommended to place the cradle on

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a higher location, generally more than 1 meter above the ground. If working outdoor, the higher
location the better.

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Safety precautions – Danger!
Be sure to read the following safety precautions carefully before trying to use the barcode scanner for
the first time. Keep this manual in handy place for future reference.
Danger!
This symbol indicates information that, if ignored or applied incorrectly, creates the danger of death or
serious personal injury.
Lithium-ion battery
zNever allow the battery to become wet. Water can create the danger of battery heat emission,
explosion, and fire.
zNever use or leave the battery next to open flame, near a stove, or any other area exposed to high
heat. Doing so creates the danger of battery heat emission, explosion, and fire.
zNever use the battery with any device other than this unit. Doing so can creates the danger of
battery heat emission, explosion, and fire.
zNote that the battery’s positive (+) and negative (-) terminals must be oriented correctly when it is
loaded into the Barcode Scanner. Connecting the battery with its terminals reversed creates the
danger of battery fluid leakage, heat emission, explosion, and fire.
zNever dispose of the battery by incinerating it or otherwise expose it to heat. Doing so creates the
danger of battery heat emission, explosion, and fire.
zNever allow the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of the battery to become connected (shorted)
by metal. Doing so create the danger of battery heat emission, explosion, and fire.
zNever transport or store the battery together with a necklace, hair pins or other metal objects.
Doing so can short battery terminals, and create the danger of battery heat emission, explosion and
fire. Be sure to place the battery in its case whenever transporting or storing it.
zNever throw the battery or otherwise subject it to strong impact. Dong so creates the danger of
battery heat emission, explosion, and fire.
zNever pierce the battery with nails, hit it with a hammer, or step on it. Doing so can create the
danger of battery heat emission, explosion, and fire.
zNever try to take apart the battery in any way. Doing so creates the danger of battery heat emission,
explosion, and fire.
zUse only the specified charger to charge the battery. Use of other types of charger creates the
danger of battery heat emission explosion, and fire.

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Safety precautions – Warning!
Warning!
This symbol indicates information that, if ignored or applied incorrectly, can create the possibility of
death or serious personal injury.
Disassembly and modification
Never try to disassemble or modify the unit in any way. High voltage inside creates the danger of
electrical shock.
Interior parts and components
Never touch interior high-voltage parts or components. Doing so creates the danger of electrical
shock.
Abnormal conditions
Should the unit become hot or start to emit smoke or a strange odor, immediately turn off the power
and contact your original dealer. Continued use creates the danger of fire and electrical shock.
Foreign objects
Should any foreign matter ever get into the unit, immediately turn off the power and contact your
original dealer. Continued use creates the danger of fire and electrical shock.
Dropping and damage
Should you drop the unit and damage it, immediately turn off the power and contact your original
dealer. Continue use creates the danger of fire and electrical shock.
Laser beam
Never look directly into the laser beam. Doing so can cause serious eye damage.
Lithium-ion battery
zDo not put a battery in microwave ovens or pressure cookers. Doing so may cause the battery to
overheat, explode or burst into flames.
zDo not use a battery that smells strange, is overheating, is a strange color, or is a strange shape.
Doing so may cause the battery to overheat, explode or burst into flames.
zIf the amount of time period the battery can serve becomes considerably short, stop using it. It may
indicate the possibility of a malfunction in the battery. Continued charging the battery creates the
danger of heat emission, explosion, and fire.
zStop charging the battery after the recommended time even if it is not fully charged. Continuing to
charge the battery may cause the battery to over heat, explode or burst into flames.
zIf the battery leaks fluid or emits a strange smell, remove it from near heat or flames. Burning may
cause the battery to explode or burst into flames.
Should fluid from the battery accidentally get into your eyes, do not rub them. Immediately rinse your
eyes with clean water such as tap water and then consult a physician immediately.

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Cradle with RS-232 cable and adaptor
zPower the cradle only with a power outlet whose voltage matches that marked on the adaptor
specified in this manual.
zAvoid conditions that can cause damage or breaks in the power cord. Do not place heavy objects
on the power cord. Keep it away from sources of heat. Any of these conditions can damage the
power cord, creating the danger of fire and electrical shock.
zNever modify, sharply bend, twist, or pull on the power cord. Doing so creates the danger of fire
and electrical shock.
zUse only the AC/DC adaptor and charger specified in this manual. Use of other AC/DC adaptor
models or chargers creates the danger of fire and electrical shock.
zShould the power cord ever become severely damaged, contact your original dealer. Use of a
damaged electrical cord creates the danger of fire and electrical shock.
Moisture
Keep the Basic Unit and the Barcode Scanner away from vases, planters, cups, glasses and other
containers of liquid. Also keep it away from metal. Water and metal getting into the unit creates the
danger of fire and electrical shock.

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Safety precautions – Caution!
Caution!
This symbol indicates information that, if ignored or applied incorrectly, can create the possibility of
personal injury or material damage.
Foreign objects
Take care to ensure that metal or combustible objects are not inserted into the openings of the unit.
Such objects create the danger of fire and electrical shock.
Location
zDo not locate the unit on a surface that is unstable or uneven. Doing so creates the danger of the
unit falling, which can cause personal injury.
zDo not locate the unit in an area subjected to large amounts of humidity or dust. Doing so creates
the danger of fire and electrical shock.
zDo not leave the unit for long periods in a car parked in direct sunlight.
Heavy objects
Never place heavy objects on top of the unit. Doing so creates the risk of a loss of balance and the
object falling, which can cause personal injury.
Exit window
zNever apply strong pressure to the mirror or subject it to strong impact. Doing so can crack the
mirror and create the danger of personal injury.
zShould the mirror ever break, never touch the mirror broken. Doing so can cause personal injury.
Lithium-ion battery
zNever leave the battery in an area expose to direct sunlight, in a car parked in direct sunlight, or any
other very hot area. Doing so creates the danger of heat emission and fire, as well as deterioration of
battery performance and shortening of its service life.
zDo not use the battery in areas where static electricity is being generated. Doing so creates the
danger of battery heat emission, explosion, and fire.
zTemperature ranges for battery use, charging and storage are specified below. Temperatures
outside these ranges create the danger of deterioration of battery performance and shortening of its
service life as well as fluid leakage and heat generation.
zOperating Temperature: -20℃ to 60℃.
zCharging Temperature: 0℃ to 45℃.
zStorage Temperature: -20℃ to 45℃.
zShould fluid from the battery accidentally get onto clothing or your skin, immediately rinse it off with
clean tap water. Prolonged contact with battery fluid can cause skin irritation.
zKeep the battery out of the reach of small children. Do not let small children remove the battery
from the charger or the unit it is powering.
Cradle with RS-232 cable and adaptor
zKeep the power cord away from stoves and other sources of extreme heat. Heat can melt the

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insulation of the power cord and create the danger of fire and electrical shock.
zNever pull on the power cord when unplugging it. Doing so can damage the cord and create the
danger of personal injury, fire and electrical shock. Always hold onto the pug when unplugging it from
the wall outlet.
zNever touch the plug while your hands are wet. Doing so can create the danger of electrical shock.
zBe sure to unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before moving the Basic Unit. Failure to do so
can result in damage to the power cord caused by pulling it, which creates the danger of fire and
electrical shock.
zBe sure to unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning the Basic Unit and charger.
zBe sure to turn the power off and unplug the power cord after use.
zUnplug the power cord from the wall outlet and clean the area around the plugs at least once a
year. If dust collects on the AC/DC adaptor, humidity or moisture may cause a fault in the insulation,
which may result in a fire.

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Contents
Notice......................................................................................................................................................i
Safety precautions – Danger!............................................................................................................iii
Safety precautions – Warning! ..........................................................................................................iv
Safety precautions – Caution! ...........................................................................................................vi
Technical specifications ...................................................................................................................... 1
Cable connector pin-outs descriptions for cradle............................................................................ 3
Default setting for each barcode........................................................................................................ 4
Decode zone......................................................................................................................................... 5
Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................... 6
Parts of the scanner ............................................................................................................................ 7
Power on, power off handheld unit and charge battery ................................................................. 8
Installation of cradle............................................................................................................................. 9
Programming instruction................................................................................................................... 11
Description of point coordination and distributed coordination wireless network..................... 12
1. Sketch map of point coordination operating mode ........................................................... 12
2. Sketch map of distributed coordination operating mode ................................................. 13
Point coordination wireless communication setting ...................................................................... 14
1. Point coordination wireless communication setting for handheld unit ........................... 14
2. Point coordination wireless communication setting for cradle ........................................ 19
Distributed coordination wireless communication setting ............................................................ 21
1. Cluster establishment example ........................................................................................... 21
2. Distributed coordination wireless communication setting for handheld unit ................. 23
3. Distributed coordination wireless communication setting for cradle .............................. 25
Scanning ............................................................................................................................................. 26
Keyboard wedge for Cradle.............................................................................................................. 27
RS-232 interface for Cradle.............................................................................................................. 30
USB interface for Cradle ................................................................................................................... 32
Handheld scan & some global settings .......................................................................................... 33
Visual and audio indication for Handheld unit ............................................................................... 35
UPC-A.................................................................................................................................................. 36
UPC-E.................................................................................................................................................. 37
EAN-13 ................................................................................................................................................ 38
EAN-8 .................................................................................................................................................. 39
Code 39 ............................................................................................................................................... 40
Interleaved 2 of 5 ............................................................................................................................... 42
Industrial 2 of 5................................................................................................................................... 43

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Matrix 2 of 5 ........................................................................................................................................ 44
Codabar............................................................................................................................................... 45
Code 128............................................................................................................................................. 46
Code 93 ............................................................................................................................................... 47
Code 11 ............................................................................................................................................... 48
MSI/Plessey........................................................................................................................................ 49
UK/Plessey.......................................................................................................................................... 50
UCC/EAN 128 .................................................................................................................................... 51
China Post........................................................................................................................................... 52
GS1 DataBar (GS1 DataBar Truncated) ........................................................................................ 53
GS1 DataBar Limited......................................................................................................................... 54
GS1 DataBar Expanded ................................................................................................................... 55
PDF417 ............................................................................................................................................... 56
MicroPDF417...................................................................................................................................... 57
China Finance .................................................................................................................................... 58
G1-G6 & FN1 substitution string setting......................................................................................... 60
G1-G4 string position & Code ID position ...................................................................................... 63
String transmission ............................................................................................................................ 64
Test Chart............................................................................................................................................ 66
Test Chart (Continued)...................................................................................................................... 67
Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................. 68
Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................... 69
ASCII table.......................................................................................................................................... 70
Barcode representing non-printable character .............................................................................. 71
Return default parameters................................................................................................................ 72
Display firmware version & radio communication setting ............................................................ 73
Quick setting to point or distributed coordination wireless network............................................ 74
Configuration alphanumeric entry barcode .................................................................................... 75

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Technical specifications
Handheld unit
Dimensions Length × Width × Depth: 17.0 × 7.0 × 8.3 cm
Weight 201 g
Color Gray
Battery 1400 mAh Lithium-ion battery
Charge time Fully charged (>80%) in 3.5 hours
Case material Fire-retardant ABS+TPU
Light source 650 nm visible laser diode
Decoding rate 200 times/sec
Scanning angle ±60°, ±65°, ±42° (Skew, Pitch, Roll)
Decode capability
UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN-13, EAN-8, ISBN/ISSN, Code 39, Code 39 full ASCII,
Code 32 (Italian pharmacy, Code 39 variant), Trioptic Code 39, Interleaved 2 of
5, Industrial 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5, Codabar (NW7), Code 128, Code 93, Code
11(USD-8), MSI/Plessey, UK/Plessey, UCC/EAN 128, China Post, China
Finance, GS1 DataBar (formerly RSS) variants
Indicator Visual, Audio
Operating mode Handheld
Programming method Manual (reading special barcode)
Program upgrade Using RSM software, while a cradle unit is required. Refer to RSM user
manual.
Temperature 0° to 50°C (32° to 120°F), Operating; -40° to 60°C (-40° to 140°F), Storage
Humidity 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Input voltage 4.75V – 6.5 VDC
Operating current 12mA (standby); 90mA (scanning); 150mA (transmitting)
Standby time Over 7 days
Read barcode per charge Over 160,000 scans per charge
Working range Up to 200 meters1(open air)
Radio link 430.5～432.0MHz , 433.05～434.79MHz with adaptive frequency hopping
Decoding depth
& Min. element width
(1 mil = 0.0254mm)
Long-Range series
5 mil: 40-110mm
10 mil: 10-280mm
13 mil: 15-315mm
16 mil: 25-385mm
35 mil: 145-630mm
High-Density series
3 mil: 5-50mm
10 mil: 10-85mm
13 mil: 10-150mm
16 mil: 25-165mm
35 mil: 145-295mm
Safety
Laser safety: EN60825-1, Class 1
EMC: EN 55022, EN 55024
Electrical safety: EN 60950-1
Drop resistance: Multiple 1.2m (3.9ft) drops to concrete
Protection class: IP52
Note: 1 Te st condition: temperature at 27 ° C, sunny day, and visibility of 5 kilometers. Natural

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surroundings significantly affect the communication distance in practice. The distance drops quickly in
the rainy, high-humidity, or heavy haze day; radio interference also shortens the communication
distance.
Cradle
Input voltage 5 VDC ± 0.25V
Cable Straight 2.0m (PS2) / Straight 1.5m (USB) / Straight 2.0m (RS-232 )
Dimensions Length × Width × Depth: 21.3 × 9.7 × 7.5cm
Weight 189g (without cable)
Indicator Visual
Case material ABS
Programming method Manual (reading special barcode)
Program upgrade PC online using RSM software. Refer to RSM user manual
Temperature 0° to 50°C (32° to 120°F), Operating; -40° to 60°C (-40° to 140°F), Storage
Humidity 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Drop specifications Unit functions normally after repeated 1.2m (3.9ft) drops to concrete
Program upgrade Online
AC/DC adaptor
Input 100~240V AC, 0.3A, 50~60Hz
Output +5V DC, 1~1.4A
Temperature 0° to 50°C (32° to 113°F), Operating; -40° to 60°C (-40° to 140°F), Storage
Humidity 5% to 95% (non-condensing)

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Cable connector pin-outs descriptions for cradle
Cable connector interface pin-outs
The pin-outs descriptions in Table 1 apply to the cable connector on the cradle and are for reference
only.
Table 1-1 Cable connector pin-outs descriptions
Pin RS232 Keyboard (PS2)
1 Power (+5V) Power (+5V)
2 +3.3V ( for interface auto
selection purpose)
Ground (for interface auto
selection purpose)
3 Ground Ground
4 Power (+5V) Reserved
5 CTS KeyClock
6 RxD KeyData
7 Reserved TermClock
8 Reserved TermData
9 RTS Reserved
10 TxD Reserved
Note: Voltage level of all RS232 Pin-outs (RxD, TxD, CTS and RTS) is 0V for logic low and 3.3V for logic
high.

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Default setting for each barcode
Code type Read
enable
Check digit
verification
Check digit
transmission
Min. code
length
Proprietary
code ID
AIM
code ID
UPC-A √√√(12)2A ]Em
UPC-E √√√(8)2D ]Em
EAN-13 √√√(13)2A ]Em
EAN-8 √√√(8)2C ]Em
ISBN/ISSN1√√√(13)2A ]Em
Code 39 √- - 1 M ]Am
Interleaved 2 of 5 √- - 6 I ]Im
Industrial 2 of 5 √- - 4 H ]Im
Matrix 2 of 5 √- - 6 X ]Im
Codabar √- - 4 N ]Fm
Code 128 √√- 1 K ]Cm
Code 93 √√- 1 L ]Gm
Code 11 - √- 4 V -
MSI/Plessey - - - 4 O ]Mm
UK/Plessey √√- 1 U ]Mm
UCC/EAN 128 √√- 1 K ]Cm
China Post √- - (11)2T ]Im
China Finance √- - (10)2Y -
GS1 DataBar √- - (16)2R ]em
GS1 DataBar Truncated3√- - (16)2R ]em
GS1 DataBar Limited √- - (16)2R ]em
GS1 DataBar Expanded √- - 1 R ]em
Note: 1The settings for ISBN/ISSN and EAN-13 must be the same.
2Fixed-length barcodes.
3The settings for GS1 DataBar Truncated and GS1 DataBar must be the same.

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Decode zone
High-density series
Long-range series

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Dimensions

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Parts of the scanner
Handheld unit
① Exit window
② Trigger
③ Red LED (Charging indicator)
④ Communication/Charge socket
⑤ Power button
⑥ Sound hole
⑦ Red LED (Not successful transmission); Blue LED (Power); Green LED (Setting)
Cradle
①B button (Reserved); S button (Upgrade / Reset); P button (USB Emulate)
②Red LED (Initiation failure); Blue LED (Power); Green LED (Data in/Radio frequency hopping
indicator)
③ Antenna

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Power on, power off handheld unit and charge battery
Power on handheld unit:
Press the power button (see Parts of the scanner) for two seconds.
Power off handheld unit:
Press the power button (see Parts of the scanner) for two seconds.
Charge battery:
1. Please charge the battery before the first time of use. The charge indicator (red LED) on the
handheld unit is turned on when the charging is in process. When the charging process completes,
the red LED is turned off.
2. Charging time: 8 hours for fully charged.

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Installation of cradle
Note: If any of the below operation is incorrect, turn off the power immediately and check
the scanner for any improper connections. Go through all steps again.
With PS2 cable
1. Plug one end of the PS2 cable to the cradle, one end to PS2 port on PC, and one end to the
keyboard.
2. Plug the output of the AC/DC adaptor into the power terminal of on the cradle. Plug the AC/DC
adaptor provided by the manufacturer into an electrical outlet.
With USB cable
1. Plug one end of the USB cable to the cradle. Plug the other end into the USB port of the computer.
2. Plug the output of the AC/DC adaptor into the power terminal of on the cradle. Plug the AC/DC
adaptor provided by the manufacturer into an electrical outlet.
3. Windows gives message on “new hardware found – USB HID input device found”, then driver will be
installed on request.
4. After successfully installing the new hardware, message will be given: “hardware installed
successfully and ready to use”.
5. If any problem encounters during the installation process, please unplug the USB cable from the
computer and repeat step 1-3.

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With RS-232 cable
1. Connect the DB9 serial communication cable with the cradle and the COM port of the computer.
2. Plug the output of the AC/DC adaptor into the power terminal of on the cradle. Plug the AC/DC
adaptor provided by the manufacturer into an electrical outlet.