ASP SlimScan BT Installation instructions

SlimScan BT™
Full Manual
ASP Microcomputers
456 North Road,
Ormond, Victoria, 3204
Australia
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
email: [email protected]
World Wide Web: http://www.asp.com.au
ASP Microcomputers is a division of Grayline Holdings Pty Ltd, ACN 004 940 729
SlimScan and SlimScan BT are trademarks of ASP Microcomputers
Bluetooth is a trademark of the Bluetooth SIG Inc
Version 1f – July 5th, 2012 Copyright © 2007-2012 by ASP Microcomputers

Contents
General information.................................................................................1
Quick installation for busy people...........................................................2
Scanning...................................................................................................3
Data transfer modes.................................................................................4
Installing the batteries..............................................................................5
Attaching the interface cable to the cradle..............................................6
Charging the batteries..............................................................................7
Scanner and cradle indicators and beeps.................................................8
Maintenance...........................................................................................10
Configuration and Programming Guide................................................11
Basic options......................................................................................12
Mode options .....................................................................................13
Operational settings ...........................................................................15
Interface options.................................................................................16
Barcode symbology Options..............................................................21
Code 39 options .................................................................................22
Codabar options.................................................................................24
Code 93 options .................................................................................26
Code 128 and EAN-128 options........................................................27
MSI/Plessey options ..........................................................................28
ITF options.........................................................................................29
IATA options.....................................................................................30
UPC/EAN options..............................................................................31
Data Editing.......................................................................................34
Prefix and Suffix................................................................................34
Full ASCII Code 39 Table.....................................................................35
Copyright, License, and Limited Warranty...........................................39
How to put the scanner into the cradle correctly
Place the scanner into the cradle as shown below, and press down until
the scanner clicks into place.
Press down firmly here

Package contents
When you first unpack your SlimScan BT, please check the contents of
the package against the list below. If any of the items are damaged or
missing, please contact ASP or your dealer immediately.
The SlimScan BT package contains:
1 ea.
Bluetooth Laser Scanner
1 ea.
Bluetooth Cradle
1 ea.
9V 1A DC Power Adapter
2 ea.
Ni-MH AA Rechargeable Battery (installed in scanner)
1 ea.
Interface Cable (fits between the cradle and the PC)
Laser Safety
The laser scanner in this product complies with safety standard IEC 60825-1 for a
Class 1 Laser Product. It also complies with CDRH as applicable to a Class 11a
Laser Product. Avoid long term viewing of the laser beam.
Radiant Energy: The laser scanner uses one low-power visible laser diode
operating at 650nm in an opto-mechanical scanner, resulting in less than 3.9μW
radiated power as observed through a 7mm aperture and averaged over 10
seconds.
Do not remove or attempt to remove the protective housing of the scanner -
unprotected laser light with a peak output power of 0.8mW may be accessible
inside.
Laser Light Viewing: The scanning window is the only aperture through which
laser light may be observed from this product. A failure of the scanner motor,
while the laser diode continues to emit a laser beam, may cause emission levels
to exceed those of safe operation. The scanner has safeguards to prevent this
occurrence. If, however, a stationary laser beam is emitted, the scanner should
be disconnected from its power source immediately.
Adjustments: Do not attempt to make any adjustments or alterations to this
product. Do not remove the protective housing of the scanner. There are no
user-serviceable parts inside this unit.
Caution: Use of controls or adjustments or performing procedures other than
those specified in this manual may result in hazardous laser light exposure.
Optical: The use of optical instruments with this product will increase the eye
hazard. Optical instruments include binoculars, magnifying glasses and
microscopes, but do not include normal eye glasses worn by the operator.

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General information
Introduction
Meet the SlimScan BT - ASP’s latest high performance Bluetooth
scanner. This sleek and stylish “single-line” laser scanner offers total
freedom of movement. Suitable for a wide range of applications and
environments, you’ll be delighted by its performance and ease of use.
In its cradle, the SlimScan BT is a versatile hands-free scanner.
Removed from the cradle, it becomes a handheld cordless scanner with
a range of up to 75 metres.
The cradle plugs into your PC and the scanner communicates to the
cradle wirelessly via Bluetooth. The SlimScan BT has 32Kb of flash
memory, so if you move out of range, the scanner can be configured to
store the data until you come back into range.
Lightweight, yet durable and streamlined, the ASP SlimScan BT
delivers hassle-free operation, even during peak use. Its scanning
sensitivity and accuracy really helps with worn or difficult to read
barcodes. The SlimScan BT is available in black (or beige on special
order), and also as a corded (non-Bluetooth) model.

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Quick installation for busy people
Your SlimScan BT has already been configured for you by ASP. To
connect it to your PC, just follow the steps below:
1. Connect the USB interface cable to the cradle cable (see page 6). Do
not connect the other end to your PC yet.
2. Connect the power supply to the cradle cable and plug it into the
mains. The indicator on the cradle will light up red for a second or
two.
3. The indicator on the cradle will then begin flashing blue, indicating
that the cradle is trying to pair with the scanner.
4. Put the scanner into the cradle (see page 7). The following will
occur:
a. The cradle indicator will light up red briefly, then return to
flashing blue.
b. The green indicator on the scanner will light briefly and then
go out again.
c. The scanner will sound a short high beep.
d. The blue indicators on the scanner will flash in sequence.
e. The green indicator on the scanner will light again.
f. The scanner will beep.
g. Finally, the cradle indicator will show continuous blue,
indicating that the scanner and cradle are paired.
5. The scanner may now start sounding two quick high beeps every few
seconds – this just means that the batteries are low and need
charging.
6. Press either of the buttons on the cradle indicator. The cradle
indicator will show red briefly, then return to blue. The red indicator
on the scanner will light, signalling that the scanner battery is being
charged.
7. Plug the USB cable into your PC, then wait a few seconds for your
PC to detect the new USB connection and load the drivers.
Your SlimScan BT is now ready to scan! You can use it as a hands-free
scanner right away, but you should wait at least a few hours for the
batteries to charge before using it as a cordless scanner.
In the rest of this manual, we’ll describe the features of the scanner and
configuration options in detail.

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Scanning
There are two ways to operate the SlimScan BT.
Hands-free scanning in cradle
When the scanner is in its cradle, it operates in hands-free mode. Just
bring a barcode into the scanning zone, and the scanner will
automatically turn on and scan the barcode (as shown below).
Cordless hand-held scanning
Once you remove the scanner from its cradle, you can use it in cordless
handheld scanning mode. Simply aim the scanner at a barcode label
and push the scanner trigger to scan (as shown below).
Note that best scanning results are usually obtained by tilting the
scanner up or down a little – reflections can affect the scanning
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Data transfer modes
The SlimScan BT supports the following four data transfer modes.
Using the programming barcodes later in this manual, you can change
the data transfer mode to suit your preference.
Normal (default)
In this mode, the scanner does not store data. When the scanner is
within Bluetooth connection range, scanned data is transferred to the
PC immediately, and a good beep sound is emitted. If the scanner is
out of range and a barcode is scanned, the scanner sounds four high-
tone beeps, indicating a data transfer error. This scan will be lost.
Out-of-range mode
The scanner operates normally when in range of the cradle. If the
scanner is out of range and a barcode is scanned, the scanner will flash
the blue LED bars to indicate barcode reading success, but will sound
four high-tone beeps to indicate that it is out of range.
The scanner will then store the barcode data into memory, and flash the
green LED twice per second. When scanner comes back into
communication range, stored data is sent when the next barcode is
scanned. When the stored data is sent to the PC, a medium-tone is
sounded to indicate that the data was transmitted successfully.
Standard batch mode
In this mode, all scanned data is stored into memory, whether the
scanner is within communication range or not. Stored data is
transferred to the PC only after the “Send Batch Data” barcode is
scanned.
Cradle contact batch mode
This mode is the same as Standard Batch Mode, except that scanned
data is transferred to the PC when the scanner is put into the cradle.
When the scanner is snapped into the cradle, a short-tone beep will
sound to confirm that the scanner is fitted into the cradle correctly, then
the blue scanner LED bars will flash three times and then stay on while
the data is being transferred. Once the transfer is completed, a long
medium-tone beep will sound.
Note that in this mode, the scanner does not need to be paired with the
cradle to transfer the scanned data. This means that more than one
scanner can be downloaded using just one cradle.
Note: After scanned data is transferred to the PC, the scanner
automatically clears the data from the scanner memory.

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Installing the batteries
The scanner batteries have already been charged and fitted to your
SlimScan unit for you. If you need to fit (or replace) the batteries,
please follow this procedure.
Note: Most battery problems are caused by incorrect charging.
DO NOT replace the batteries unless you’re advised to do so by the
ASP service department!
To open the battery compartment, loosen the two screws enough to
remove the battery cover, as shown below. Note that it’s not necessary
to fully remove the screws.
Paying careful attention to the + and – signs inside the battery
compartment, fit the battery one at a time, as shown below. Note that
fitting the batteries incorrectly can damage the scanner and/or the
batteries – such damage will not be covered under warranty.
Put back the battery cover, and tighten the screws.

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Attaching the interface cable to the cradle
The SlimScan BT can connect to your PC via USB, Keyboard Wedge,
or RS-232. The most common and convenient method is USB.
USB Cable Keyboard Wedge Cable RS-232 Cable
To connect the supplied interface cable to your cradle, just push the
RJ45 connector into the cradle cable box until you hear a clear and
short “click” sound.
If you need to change from one interface cable to another, locate the
hole in cradle cable box, as shown below. Push a bent paperclip into
the hole while using your other hand to gently and slowly pull out the
interface cable to release it. Then, just plug in the replacement cable.
Note: If you change to a different type of interface cable, you will need
to reconfigure your scanner, using the programming barcodes.
Now connect the plug pack power supply to the cradle cable box, and
connect it to mains power.
Once cradle powers up, the LED on the base will light up red for a
second, then start flashing blue – this means that the cradle is waiting to
connect to the scanner. Once the scanner “pairs” with the cradle, the
blue LED will cease flashing and remain on.

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Charging the batteries
First, make sure that the plug pack power supply is connected to the
cradle cable box, and plugged into the mains.
Then, place the scanner into the cradle as shown below, and press down
until the scanner clicks into place.
The scanner will sound a short beep after a few seconds when it’s
correctly seated in the cradle.
To start charging, press either of the small buttons at the side of LED
indicator on the base (as shown below). The red LED on the scanner
will light to show that it is being charged.
Why doesn’t the scanner charge automatically?
Battery life depends on the number of times the batteries are charged,
so we recommend charging the batteries only when they need it, rather
than every time the scanner is placed in the cradle.
If you’d rather automatically charge the batteries every time the scanner
is placed into the cradle, you’ll find barcodes to configure the scanner
that way in the programming section of this manual.
Note: you should charge the batteries for at least six hours before using
the scanner for the first time.
The scanner should run for at least eight hours continuously per charge.
Press down firmly here

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Scanner and cradle indicators and beeps
The scanner and the cradle both feature various LED indicators,
assisting you to understand their operating status. The three tables on
this and the following page describe the various combinations.
Scanner indicators
LED Illustration Indication
Green LED
Flashing once per second - The scanner is trying to
pair with the host, or pairing has been lost.
Flashing twice per second - The scanner is in
Out-of-Range mode, and the scanner is trying to
connection with the host, or the connection has been
lost.
Constantly on - The scanner is paired.
Blue LED bars
One flash – A barcode has been decoded, and is either
transferred to the PC or saved in memory by the
scanner.
Constantly on - The scanner is in Programming
Mode.
First blue LED bar is constantly on - The scanner is
either in Standard Batch Mode or in Cradle Contact
Batch Mode.
Red LED is constantly on - When the scanner is in the
cradle, it indicates the scanner is under charging.
Third blue LED bar is constantly on - when the
scanner is in the cradle, this indicates that charging is
complete.
Blue LED bars
Constantly on - The scanner is transferring data to the
PC and is in either Standard Batch Mode or Cradle
Contact Batch Mode.
Two flashes every 3 seconds - The scanner has a low
battery

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Scanner beeps
The scanner emits various beeper sounds to signal its operating status.
The table below details these beeper sounds.
Beep Sound Indication
Single beep Good decode, and data is either transferred to the PC or
saved in the memory.
2 short high beeps Low battery warning.
3 short low beeps The flash memory is full.
2 long high beeps The scanner has completed data transfer in either
Standard Batch Mode or Cradle Contact Batch Mode.
4 short high beeps An error has occurred – for example, the scanner can’t
send the data to the PC, or the pairing is lost, etc.
Low to high beeps A Bluetooth connection has been made.
Short high-low-high
beeps Start pairing
Short medium and
long low beeps Powering off
Cradle indicator
The cradle base contains a large indicator on the base. The colour of
this indicator, and whether it’s flashing or constantly lit, indicates these
conditions:
LED state
Indication
LED flashes BLUE The cradle is waiting to pair.
LED constantly BLUE The cradle is paired with the scanner.
LED alternately flashes
BLUE and RED Initialisation of the cradle failed. Turn off the power, wait a few seconds, then turn it on again.
LED flashes RED once The cradle has received data from the paired scanner.
LED constantly RED The cradle is in the process of pairing.

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Maintenance
The SlimScan BT provides reliable and efficient operation with a
minimum of care. Although specific maintenance is not required, to
prolong the operating life of the unit, the following information should
be taken into consideration.
Cleaning the scanning window and housing
Any visible dirt, dust or scratches on the scanner window will degrade
the reading performance. When the scanner is not operating, use a soft
cloth or lens tissue and gently wipe the scanning window lens. Do not
use abrasive wipes or tissues on the window.
Do not, under any circumstances, spread liquid on the unit or submerge
it into liquid.
Never use solvents (acetone, benzene, ether, phenol-based agents, etc)
on the housing or window - solvents will damage the housing finish or
the window.
Inspect interface cables
Regularly inspect the interface cables and connectors - a badly worn or
damaged cable or connecters may affect scanning. Contact your
distributor if you think your cable may need replacing.
Batteries
The lifetime of rechargeable batteries depends largely on the number of
times the batteries are recharged. Hence, we recommend that you use
the default setting which is to charge only by pressing button on the
cradle.
In general, we recommend that you charge the scanner at the end of a
day’s work, or when the scanner requires charging. Do not charge the
scanner when it doesn’t need it.

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Configuration and Programming Guide
The SlimScan BT is designed so that the configuration can be changed
by scanning a series of special bar code labels. The configuration will
not be lost when the power is removed from the scanner.
Configuration
To change a parameter, scan the “Start Configuration” barcode at the
top of any page, followed by the desired configuration barcodes, and
finally the “End Configuration” barcode at the bottom of any page to
save the new settings and return to normal operation.
Default settings are highlighted in bold with an arrow.
STOP!
You probably don’t need to
scan any of these barcodes!
These configuration barcodes can dramatically change the way your
SlimScan BT works. It’s quite possible for you to end up with a
scanner that doesn’t work if you scan the wrong configuration barcodes,
or change many of these options.
If you get yourself into this situation, the easiest way to recover is to
scan these barcodes from the next page:
1. Start Configuration
2. Return scanner to factory defaults
3. Return cradle to factory defaults
4. End Configuration
Once you’ve scanned these four barcodes, your SlimScan BT should be
working again.

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Basic options
Start Configuration
Return scanner to factory defaults
Return cradle to factory defaults
Display firmware version
USB default
RS232 default
IBM PC/AT/PS/2 Keyboard emulation default
Abort
(Exit programming mode without any changes)
End Configuration

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Mode options
Start Configuration
Cradle mode

Cradle Host mode enabled

Pairing on cradle enabled
Pairing on cradle disabled

Unlock pairing mode
Lock pairing mode
Undo pairing
Charging on cradle always
(Batteries will charge whenever scanner is on cradle)

Charging only by pressing button on cradle
End Configuration

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Start Configuration
Batch Mode

Normal data transfer mode
Out of range buffer mode
Standard batch mode
Cradle contact batch mode
Send batch data by scanning this label
Clear batch data

Clear batch data after send
Confirm above “Clear batch data after send” label
Clear batch data by scanning “Clear batch data” label

Send batch data on cradle contact
Send batch data by trigger press on cradle contact

Out of range resend data with beeper
Out of range resend data without beeper
End Configuration

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Operational settings
Start Configuration
Good Read Beeper Tone Selection
Medium beeper tone

High beeper tone
Low beeper tone
Beeper disable
Beeper Sound Selection
Long

Medium
Short
Ultra short
Ultra long
End Configuration

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Interface options
USB options
Start Configuration
USB interface
International Keyboard mode.(ALT method)

Keyboard language support — USA
Keyboard language support — GERMANY
Keyboard language support — FRENCH send scan
code
Keyboard language support — SPANISH send scan
code
Keyboard language support — Japanese
USB Message Terminator

Keyboard terminator — Enter
Keyboard terminator —Tab
Keyboard terminator — none
End Configuration