Argox AS-8520 User manual

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NOTICE:
This equipment has been tested and complied with
the limits for a Class a digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide a reasonable protection against harmful
interface when the equipment is operated under a
commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interface to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in
a residential area is likely to cause harmful interface in
which case the user will be required to correct the
interface at his own expenses.
Note: All brands and trademarks shall belong to their
respective owner.
Note: Specification is subject to changes without
notice.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation shall be subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interface, and
(2) This device must accept any interface received,
including interface that may cause undesirable
operation.

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Using the Cordless Scanner
The Scanner can automatically scan barcode at a distance.
Simply aim and pull the trigger. Code scanning is performed
along the center of the light bar emitted from the reading
window. This bar must cover the entire code (see “How to
Scan”in page 9).
Successful scanning shall be obtained by tilting the scanner
with respect to the barcode to avoid direct reflections that
impair the reading performance.
Recommended Steps
When the required settings have been configured, all settings
are stored in non- volatile memory of scanner and cradle
after reading EXIT Label. Recommended steps are as
follows.
1) Host interface will be automatically detected. User does
not need to set host interface for the cradle.
2) Set interface to optimize protocol of cradle with your
host in interface section.
3) Set system control of scanner, such as specific
adjustments double confirm, indicator and scanning
mode which you prefer usage in system control section.
4) Set code options of scanner for your usage in code
option section. You must make sure to enable the
symbology first, then Min./Max. code length, code ID
checksum and truncate digits are also converted.
5) Set string format of the scanner, such as preamble,
postamble Prefix, suffix, code ID and code name
transmission for your application in string format
section.
Note: If still not work properly. Please contact your dealer for
further information.

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AS-8520 Scanner EN 300 328 BT RF Power EIRP 9.98 dbm
AS-8520 Cradle EN 300 328 BT RF Power EIRP 7.48 dbm
警告： 電池若未妥善處理， 可能會導致爆炸。
請勿拆卸電池， 或用火銷毀電池。 請將電池放置於兒童拿不
到的地方。 請使用專用充電器充電， 並請依照當地政府或法
律規定妥善處理廢棄電池。
CAUTION: EXPLOSION HAZARD
Do not disassemble, short circuit, heat the battery or dispose
of in fire. Store battery pack in a proper place. Do not expose
to temperature above 60℃/140℉. Use specified charger
only. Please dispose of the used batteries following the rules
or laws issued by the local government.

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CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Introduction
Installation……………………………………………
1
How To Scan…………………………………………
13
Troubleshooting………………………………………
14
Wireless Connection…………………………………
16
Battery Charging……………………………………
18
Wireless Features……………………………………
21
Auto Update………………………………………
22
Data Collection Mode.........................................
Deep Sleep Mode………………………………
23
24
Wireless Connectivity……………………………
25
Inquiry Beep control……………………………
27
Cradle Beep Loudness Control…………………
29
Additional Features………………………………
31
Default Setting.………………………………………
32
Specification…………………………………………
33
Indications of Cordless Scanner……………………
36
Imager……………………………………………
36
Cradle……………………………………………
37
Programming the Cordless Scanner………………
38
Chapter 2 Parameter Setting
Interface…………………………………………………
40
Interface Selection.…………………………………
40
Keyboard wedge.……………………………………
41
RS-232.………………………………………………
46
Pin Assignments.……………………………………
49
System Control………………………………………
51
Scan…………………………………………………
51
Indication. ……………………………………………
55
Code Option……………………………………………
57
UPCA.…………………………………………………
57

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UPCE …………………………………………………
61
EAN-13.………………………………………………
65
EAN-8 …………………………………………………
69
Code 39 ………………………………………………
73
Interleaved 2 of 5 ……………………………………
77
Industrial 2 of 5 ………………………………………
79
Matrix 2 of 5 Eur ……………………………………
81
Codabar ………………………………………………
83
Code-128/GS1-128 …………………………………
85
Code-93 ………………………………………………
90
Code-11.………………………………………………
93
MSI/Plessey.…………………………………………
95
UK/Plessey.…………………………………………
97
Telepen.………………………………………………
99
Standard 2 of 5 ………………………………………
101
China Post ……………………………………………
103
Italian pharmacode (Code 32)..……………………
105
Code-16K……………………………………………
107
PDF-417………………………………………………
109
EAN UCC Composite………………………………
111
RSS-14.………………………………………………
113
RSS-Limited…………………………………………
115
RSS-Expanded………………………………………
117
Micro-PDF……………………………………………
119
String Format……………………………………………
121
String Setting /Transmission (Prefix/Suffix)………
121
String Setting /Transmission
(Preamble/Postamble)………………………………
123
String Setting /Transmission
(Insert Group Characters)…………………………
125
String Setting /Transmission (Others)……………
129
Appendix…………………………………………………
131
Test Chart.……………………………………………
131
ASCII Code Table ……………………………………
134

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Parameter Setting List.………………………………
135

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Installation
The Cordless Scanner is easy to install and use. Please see
the following figure showing the steps to perform the
installation.
* Note: Turn off the host computer before installation.
1. Connect the interface (I/F) cable to the cradle.
2. Connect the power cord to the cradle.
3. Route the I/F cable and power cord through the notch.
4. Connect the I/F cable to the host computer
communication port.
5. Connect theAC adapter to the wall outlet.
6. Place the imager in the cradle and verify the charge
LED is flashing. Charge the battery for at least 8 hours
before the first use.
7. To verify operation, please link the imager with cradle
first (Refer to “Wireless Connection”in page 5). Point
the imager at the barcode and pull the trigger. The

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imager should emit a beep indicating that the barcode
has been scanned and transmitted to the cradle
successfully.
Connecting Scanner to PC via Bluetooth USB Dongle
The cordless scanner is allowed to connect PC via Bluetooth
USB dongle.
1. Scan the following barcodes to set scanner to Bluetooth
connection mode, with PIN code as 0000 or refer to the
manual page 22nd to set any four-to-six character PIN
code assigned to the target Bluetooth device
Cradle/Dongle connection auto detection –The imager
can be linked to either a cradle or other Bluetooth
enabled devices.
Set PIN code to 0000
2. After well-connecting Bluetooth dongle to PC, find the
blue-tooth sign on Taskbar; double-click on it to bring out
the Bluetooth Devices prompt.

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Within the prompt, click ”Add”:
3. Check the option, “My device is set up and ready to be
found” and click Next:

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4. Select “AS8520…” among the Bluetooth devices found;
click “Next”:
5. Select “Don’t use a passkey” and click “Next”. The
Bluetooth connection will start to install the Bluetooth
device for the cordless scanner:

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6. As it prompts, “Completing the Bluetooth Device Wizard”,
find which COM ports is assigned.The following example
lists COM23 as the Outgoing port, and COM24 as
Incoming port; your actual COM ports will depend on
what’s assigned on your PC:

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7. Open HyperTerminal. Set COM1’s Baud Rate as 9600 to
communicate with the cordless scanner (whose default
baud rate is 9600):

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8. Select COM23 (depending on your Outgoing COM port)
to connect:
9. Click on “Dial”

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10. The system will show a message on Taskbar asking to
click on the Bluetooth sign on taskbar.
After clicking on it, the wizard will prompt as below;
enter 0000 (cordless scanner’s default PIN code) within
the Passkey field; click “Next”.
Now the installation and setups have been completed, you
may start to scan barcodes to transmit data to HyperTerminal
on PC.

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Connecting AS-8520 to Smart Device via HID Protocol
without A Cradle (Firmware requested 3.03V or above )
AS-8520 Bluetooth HID provides the ability to connect other
Bluetooth devices, for example smart phones, tablet PCs,
iPod, iPhone, iPad,… which require HID protocol to pair
with.(*)
Connecting with Apple iOS devices (iPod, iPhone,
iPad)
1. Make sure the battery in theAS-8520 is fully
charged.
2. Scan “iOS HID” barcode:
3. Power on your Apple device and run “Settings”.
Go to “General” – “Bluetooth” and turn the
Bluetooth On. Then the Bluetooth device
searching will start.
4. Your Apple device will find Argox Cordless
Scanner “AS8520 XXXXXXXXX” under the
status of “Not Paired”.
5. Click the found device and you will hear three
beeps after certain connecting time. The status
will be changed to “Connected”. Now your
Argox Cordless Scanner successfully connects
with your Apple device.

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6. Simply click the “Notes” in desktop of Apple
device and create a “New Note”. Tap on the
New Note and see the cursor showed on the
screen. Use yourArgox Cordless Scanner to
scan a barcode and the data will show on the
Note.
Note: Apple iOS devices will allow only one input device
working at the same time. So when you connect an
Argox Cordless Scanner with your Apple device, the
Apple Virtual Keyboard will be invalid automatically. To
have the Apple Virtual Keyboard be available again, your
will need to scan the barcode below.
Connecting with Android devices (mobile phone,
tablet PC)
1. Make sure the battery in theAS-8520 is fully
charged.
2. Scan “PC HID” barcode:
3. Power on your Android device and run
“Settings”. Turn the Bluetooth On. Click
“Bluetooth” and then the Bluetooth device
searching will start.
4. Your Android device will find Argox Cordless
Scanner or “AS8520 XXXXXXXXX” under the
“Available devices”.

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5. Click the found device and you will hear three
beeps after certain connecting time. The status
will be changed to “Connected to input device”.
Now your Argox Cordless Scanner successfully
connects with your Android device.
6. Simply click the “Mini Diary” in desktop of
Android device. Click “Tap to add text” and see
the cursor showed on the screen. Use your
Argox Cordless Scanner to scan a barcode and
the data will show on the Mini Diary.
Note: Android system will allow both the connected
input device and the Android Virtual Keyboard working
at the same time. So when you connect an Argox
Cordless Scanner with your Android device, the Android
Virtual Keyboard will be still available for your input.
More Parameter Settings with Bluetooth HID
Cradle Connection only.
Dongle connect to PC via serial port and PIN code
input is necessary for each connect.
Dongle connect to PC via serial port and PIN code
input is necessary for the first connect only.
Turn off HID re-connect from scanner to PC.
HID re-connect duration from scanner to PC
(1AC01~1AC09 –10sec ~ 90sec).

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How To Scan
1. The imager must be pointed at slight angle to the
barcode so that the light reflected off the barcode can
be seen by the imager. Do not hold the imager
perpendicular to the barcode.
2. The scan line must cross the entire barcode. The
imager can not read the barcode data without seeing
the entire barcode.

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Troubleshooting
If the imager can not operate properly, the following checks
should be performed:
1. The cradle uses an external power supply and the
external power supply has failed, the imager will not
operate. Change the power supply with a known good
power supply and reset the imager.
2. Verify the interface cable is securely connected to the
host computer. Consult your technical support
personnel or refer to your host system manual to verify
the proper connection for the imager.