Balluff BVS HS-P Series User manual

Balluff BVS HS-P Family
Industrial Handheld Barcode Readers
Operation Manual
english

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Introduction .................................................................................................................. 11
About this Manual ................................................................................................................. 11
Overview ......................................................................................................................... 11
Manual Conventions ....................................................................................................... 12
References ........................................................................................................................... 12
Technical Support ................................................................................................................. 12
Balluff Website Support ................................................................................................... 12
Telephone Technical Support .......................................................................................... 12
About the Reader ................................................................................................................. 12
The Base Station BAM-MD-VS-001 Base Station/Charger ................................................... 13
Battery Safety ....................................................................................................................... 13
Programming the Reader ...................................................................................................... 15
Configuration Methods .................................................................................................... 15
Programming Barcodes .............................................................................................. 15
Setup............................................................................................................................. 17
Unpacking ............................................................................................................................ 17
Setting Up the Reader .......................................................................................................... 17
Connecting the Cable (Corded versions) ......................................................................... 18
Configuring the Base Station ................................................................................................ 19
Mounting the Base station Cradle ......................................................................................... 19
Mounting Brackets .......................................................................................................... 19
To change the Bracket: .............................................................................................. 19
Permanent Mounting ....................................................................................................... 20
Mounting for Portable Use .............................................................................................. 20
Mounting the Metal Plate ............................................................................................ 21
Attaching the Metal Plate to Base ............................................................................... 22
System Connections ....................................................................................................... 22
Connecting and Disconnecting the Interface Cable ......................................................... 23
Base station Configuration .............................................................................................. 24
Serial Configuration .................................................................................................... 24
Configuration Barcodes .............................................................................................. 24
Interface Selection ................................................................................................................ 24
Setting the Interface ........................................................................................................ 24
Customizing Configuration Settings ...................................................................................... 26
Configure Interface Settings ............................................................................................ 26
Global Interface Features ................................................................................................ 26
Configuring Other Features ............................................................................................. 26
Software Version Transmission ....................................................................................... 26
Self Test and Statistics .................................................................................................... 26
Resetting the Product Configuration to Defaults .............................................................. 27
Restore Custom Defaults ............................................................................................ 27
Restore Factory Configuration .................................................................................... 27
Set Date and Time .......................................................................................................... 27
Linking the Reader ................................................................................................................ 28
LinkWireless Devices to Base .......................................................................................... 28
Linking to a Bluetooth Adapter in Serial Port Profile (Slave) Mode .................................... 28
Linking to a Bluetooth Adapter in Serial Port Profile (Master) Mode .................................. 28
Linking to a Bluetooth Adapter in HID mode .................................................................... 28
Power Off ........................................................................................................................ 29
Configuration Using Barcodes .................................................................................... 31
Configuration Parameters ..................................................................................................... 31
Interface Configuration: ................................................................................................... 31
Parameters common to all interface applications: ............................................................ 31
Wireless-Only Features ................................................................................................... 31
Symbology-specific parameters: ..................................................................................... 31
Global Interface Features ............................................................................................ 32
RS-232 Only Interface .......................................................................................................... 33
Baud Rate .................................................................................................................. 34
Data Bits .................................................................................................................... 35
Stop Bits .................................................................................................................... 35
Parity .......................................................................................................................... 35
Handshaking Control .................................................................................................. 36

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RS-232/USB-Com Interfaces ............................................................................................... 37
Intercharacter Delay ................................................................................................... 38
Beep On ASCII BEL ................................................................................................... 38
Beep On Not on File .................................................................................................. 39
ACK NAK Options ..................................................................................................... 39
ACK Character .......................................................................................................... 40
NAK Character .......................................................................................................... 40
ACK NAK Timeout Value ............................................................................................ 41
ACK NAK Retry Count ............................................................................................... 41
ACK NAK Error Handling ........................................................................................... 42
Indicate Transmission Failure ..................................................................................... 42
Disable Character ...................................................................................................... 43
Enable Character ....................................................................................................... 43
Keyboard EMULATION Settings ........................................................................................... 45
Country Mode ............................................................................................................ 46
Send Control Characters ........................................................................................... 49
Wedge Quiet Interval .................................................................................................. 50
Intercode Delay .......................................................................................................... 50
Caps Lock State ........................................................................................................ 51
Numlock .................................................................................................................... 51
USB Keyboard Speed ................................................................................................ 52
USB Keyboard Numeric Keypad ................................................................................ 53
USB-OEM Interface ............................................................................................................. 55
USB-OEM Device Usage ................................................................................................ 56
Interface Options ....................................................................................................... 56
Data Format ......................................................................................................................... 57
Global Prefix/Suffix (Header/Terminator) ......................................................................... 58
Global AIM ID ................................................................................................................. 59
Set AIM ID Individually for GS1-128 ........................................................................... 61
Label ID .......................................................................................................................... 62
Label ID: Pre-Loaded Sets ......................................................................................... 62
Individually Set Label ID ............................................................................................. 62
Label ID Control ......................................................................................................... 63
Label ID Symbology Selection − 1D Symbologies ...................................................... 63
Label ID Symbology Selection − 2D Symbologies ..................................................... 67
Case Conversion ....................................................................................................... 68
Character Conversion ................................................................................................ 68
Reading Parameters ........................................................................................................... 69
Double Read Timeout ..................................................................................................... 70
LED and Beeper Indicators ............................................................................................. 72
Power On Alert .......................................................................................................... 72
Good Read: When to Indicate .................................................................................... 72
Good Read Beep Type .............................................................................................. 73
Good Read Beep Frequency ..................................................................................... 73
Good Read Beep Length ........................................................................................... 74
Good Read Beep Volume .......................................................................................... 75
Good Read LED Duration .......................................................................................... 76
Reading Features ........................................................................................................... 77
Scan Mode ................................................................................................................ 77
Stand Mode Indication ............................................................................................... 78
Pick Mode ................................................................................................................. 78
Stand Mode Sensitivity .............................................................................................. 79
Stand Mode Illumination Off Time .............................................................................. 79
Reading Active Time .................................................................................................. 80
Stand Illumination Control .......................................................................................... 80
Flash On Time ............................................................................................................ 81
Flash Off Time ............................................................................................................ 81
Aiming Pointer ........................................................................................................... 82
Aiming Duration Timer ................................................................................................ 82
Green Spot Duration .................................................................................................. 83
Partial Label Reading Control ..................................................................................... 83
Decode Negative Labels ............................................................................................ 84

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Multiple Label Reading .................................................................................................... 85
Multiple Labels per Frame ............................................................................................... 85
Multiple Labels Ordering by Code Symbology ............................................................ 85
Multiple Labels Ordering by Code Length ................................................................... 86
1D Symbologies ................................................................................................................... 87
Disable All Symbologies .............................................................................................. 88
Code EAN/UPC .............................................................................................................. 89
Coupon Control .......................................................................................................... 89
UPC-A ............................................................................................................................ 90
UPC-A Enable/Disable ................................................................................................ 90
UPC-A Check Character Transmission ....................................................................... 90
Expand UPC-A to EAN-13 .......................................................................................... 91
UPC-A Number System Character Transmission ........................................................ 91
UPC-A 2D Component ............................................................................................... 91
UPC-E ............................................................................................................................ 92
UPC-E Enable/Disable ................................................................................................ 92
UPC-E Check Character Transmission ....................................................................... 92
UPC-E 2D Component ............................................................................................... 92
Expand UPC-E to EAN-13 .......................................................................................... 93
Expand UPC-E to UPC-A ........................................................................................... 93
UPC-E Number System Character Transmission ........................................................ 93
GTIN Formatting ............................................................................................................. 94
EAN 13 (Jan 13) .............................................................................................................. 95
EAN 13 Enable/Disable ............................................................................................... 95
EAN 13 Check Character Transmission ...................................................................... 95
EAN-13 Flag 1 Character ........................................................................................... 96
EAN-13 ISBN Conversion ........................................................................................... 96
EAN-13 2D Component ............................................................................................. 96
ISSN ............................................................................................................................... 97
ISSN Enable/Disable ................................................................................................... 97
EAN 8 (Jan 8) .................................................................................................................. 98
EAN 8 Enable/Disable ................................................................................................. 98
EAN 8 Check Character Transmission ........................................................................ 98
Expand EAN 8 to EAN 13 ........................................................................................... 98
EAN 8 2D Component .................................................................................................... 99
UPC/EAN Global Settings ............................................................................................. 100
UPC/EAN Price Weight Check .................................................................................. 100
UPC/EAN Quiet Zones ............................................................................................. 100
Add-Ons ....................................................................................................................... 101
Optional Add-ons ..................................................................................................... 101
Optional Add-On Timer ............................................................................................. 102
Optional GS1-128 Add-On Timer ............................................................................. 104
Code 39 ........................................................................................................................ 107
Code 39 Enable/Disable ........................................................................................... 107
Code 39 Check Character Calculation ...................................................................... 107
Code 39 Check Character Transmission .................................................................. 108
Code 39 Start/Stop Character Transmission ............................................................ 108
Code 39 Full ASCII ................................................................................................... 108
Code 39 Quiet Zones ............................................................................................... 109
Code 39 Length Control ........................................................................................... 109
Code 39 Set Length 1 .............................................................................................. 110
Code 39 Set Length 2 .............................................................................................. 111
Trioptic Code ................................................................................................................ 112
Trioptic Code Enable/Disable .................................................................................... 112
Code 32 (Ital Pharmaceutical Code) .............................................................................. 113
Code 32 Enable/Disable ........................................................................................... 113
Code 32 Feature Setting Exceptions ........................................................................ 113
Code 32 Check Character Transmission .................................................................. 113
Code 32 Start/Stop Character Transmission ................................................................. 114
Code 39 CIP (French Pharmaceutical) ........................................................................... 115
Code 39 CIP Enable/Disable .................................................................................... 115
Code 39 Danish PPT .................................................................................................... 116

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Code 39 Danish PPT Enable/Disable ....................................................................... 116
Code 39 LaPoste ......................................................................................................... 117
Code 39 LaPoste Enable/Disable ............................................................................. 117
Code 39 PZN ............................................................................................................... 118
Code 39 PZN Enable/Disable .................................................................................. 118
Code 128 ..................................................................................................................... 119
Code 128 Enable/Disable ........................................................................................ 119
Expand Code 128 to Code 39 ................................................................................. 119
Code 128 Check Character Transmission ................................................................ 119
Code 128 Function Character Transmission ............................................................ 120
Code 128 Sub-Code Exchange Transmission .......................................................... 120
Code 128 Quiet Zones ............................................................................................. 120
Code 128 Length Control ........................................................................................ 121
Code 128 Set Length 1 ........................................................................................... 121
Code 128 Set Length 2 ........................................................................................... 122
GS1-128 ...................................................................................................................... 123
GS1-128 Enable ...................................................................................................... 123
GS1-128 2D Component ......................................................................................... 123
Code ISBT 128 ............................................................................................................ 124
ISBT 128 Concatenation .......................................................................................... 124
ISBT 128 Force Concatenation ................................................................................ 124
ISBT 128 Concatenation Mode ................................................................................ 125
ISBT 128 Dynamic Concatenation Timeout .............................................................. 126
Interleaved 2 of 5 (I 2 of 5) ............................................................................................ 127
I 2 of 5 Enable/Disable ............................................................................................. 127
I 2 of 5 Check Character Calculation ........................................................................ 128
I 2 of 5 Check Character Transmission .................................................................... 129
I 2 of 5 Length Control ............................................................................................. 129
I 2 of 5 Set Length 1 ................................................................................................ 130
I 2 of 5 Set Length 2 ................................................................................................ 131
Interleaved 2 of 5 CIP HR ............................................................................................. 132
Interleaved 2 of 5 CIP HR Enable/Disable ................................................................. 132
Follett 2 of 5 ................................................................................................................. 133
Follett 2 of 5 Enable/Disable ..................................................................................... 133
Standard 2 of 5 ............................................................................................................ 134
Standard 2 of 5 Enable/Disable ................................................................................ 134
Standard 2 of 5 Check Character Calculation .......................................................... 134
Standard 2 of 5 Check Character Transmission ....................................................... 134
Standard 2 of 5 Length Control ................................................................................ 135
Standard 2 of 5 Set Length 1 ................................................................................... 135
Standard 2 of 5 Set Length 2 ................................................................................... 136
Industrial 2 of 5 ............................................................................................................. 138
Industrial 2 of 5 Enable/Disable ................................................................................ 138
Industrial 2 of 5 Check Character Calculation ........................................................... 138
Industrial 2 of 5 Check Character Transmission ....................................................... 138
Industrial 2 of 5 Length Control ................................................................................ 139
Industrial 2 of 5 Set Length 1 ................................................................................... 140
Industrial 2 of 5 Set Length 2 ................................................................................... 141
Code IATA .................................................................................................................... 142
IATA Enable/Disable ................................................................................................ 142
IATA Check Character Transmission ........................................................................ 142
Codabar ....................................................................................................................... 143
Codabar Enable/Disable .......................................................................................... 143
Codabar Check Character Calculation ..................................................................... 143
Codabar Check Character Transmission .................................................................. 144
Codabar Start/Stop Character Transmission ............................................................ 144
Codabar Start/Stop Character Set ........................................................................... 145
Codabar Start/Stop Character Match ...................................................................... 145
Codabar Quiet Zones .............................................................................................. 146
Codabar Length Control .......................................................................................... 146
Codabar Set Length 1 ............................................................................................. 147
Codabar Set Length 2 ............................................................................................. 148

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ABC Codabar ............................................................................................................... 149
ABC Codabar Enable/Disable ................................................................................... 149
ABC Codabar Concatenation Mode ......................................................................... 149
ABC Codabar Dynamic Concatenation Timeout ....................................................... 150
ABC Codabar Force Concatenation ......................................................................... 151
Code 11 ........................................................................................................................ 152
Code 11 Enable/Disable ........................................................................................... 152
Code 11 Check Character Calculation ...................................................................... 152
Code 11 Check Character Transmission .................................................................. 153
Code 11 Length Control ........................................................................................... 153
Code 11 Set Length 1 .............................................................................................. 154
Code 11 Set Length 2 .............................................................................................. 155
GS1 DataBar™ Omnidirectional .................................................................................... 156
GS1 DataBar™ Omnidirectional Enable/Disable ....................................................... 156
GS1 DataBar™ Omnidirectional GS1-128 Emulation ................................................ 156
GS1 DataBar™ Omnidirectional 2D Component ...................................................... 156
GS1 DataBar™ Expanded ............................................................................................ 157
GS1 DataBar™ Expanded Enable/Disable ................................................................ 157
GS1 DataBar™ Expanded GS1-128 Emulation ........................................................ 157
GS1 DataBar™ Expanded 2D Component ............................................................... 158
GS1 DataBar™ Expanded Length Control ................................................................ 158
GS1 DataBar™ Expanded Set Length 1 ................................................................... 159
GS1 DataBar™ Expanded Set Length 2 ................................................................... 160
GS1 DataBar™ Limited ................................................................................................. 161
GS1 DataBar™ Limited Enable/Disable .................................................................... 161
GS1 DataBar™ Limited GS1-128 Emulation ............................................................. 161
GS1 DataBar™ Limited 2D Component ................................................................... 161
Code 93 ........................................................................................................................ 162
Code 93 Enable/Disable ........................................................................................... 162
Code 93 Check Character Calculation ...................................................................... 162
Code 93 Check Character Transmission .................................................................. 163
Code 93 Length Control ........................................................................................... 163
Code 93 Set Length 1 .............................................................................................. 164
Code 93 Set Length 2 .............................................................................................. 165
Code 93 Quiet Zones ............................................................................................... 166
MSI ............................................................................................................................... 167
MSI Enable/Disable .................................................................................................. 167
MSI Check Character Calculation ............................................................................. 167
MSI Check Character Transmission .......................................................................... 168
MSI Length Control .................................................................................................. 168
MSI Set Length 1 ...................................................................................................... 169
MSI Set Length 2 ...................................................................................................... 170
Plessey ......................................................................................................................... 171
Plessey Enable/Disable ............................................................................................. 171
Plessey Check Character Calculation ....................................................................... 171
Plessey Check Character Transmission .................................................................... 172
Plessey Length Control ............................................................................................. 172
Plessey Set Length 1 ................................................................................................ 173
Plessey Set Length 2 ................................................................................................ 174
2D Symbologies ................................................................................................................. 175
2D Global Features ....................................................................................................... 175
2D Maximum Decoding Time ................................................................................... 176
2D Structured Append ............................................................................................. 177
2D Normal/Inverse Symbol Control ........................................................................... 177
Aztec Code ................................................................................................................... 178
Aztec Code Enable / Disable .................................................................................... 178
Aztec Code Length Control ...................................................................................... 178
Aztec Code Set Length 1 ......................................................................................... 179
Aztec Code Set Length 2 ......................................................................................... 179
China Sensible Code ..................................................................................................... 180
China Sensible Code Enable / Disable ...................................................................... 180
China Sensible Code Length Control ........................................................................ 180

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China Sensible Code Set Length 1 .......................................................................... 181
China Sensible Code Set Length 2 .......................................................................... 181
Data Matrix ................................................................................................................... 182
Data Matrix Enable / Disable .................................................................................... 182
Data Matrix Square/Rectangular Style ...................................................................... 182
Data Matrix DPM Decoding Safety ........................................................................... 183
Data Matrix Length Control ...................................................................................... 184
Data Matrix Set Length 1 ......................................................................................... 184
Data Matrix Set Length 2 ......................................................................................... 185
Maxicode ..................................................................................................................... 186
Maxicode Enable / Disable ....................................................................................... 186
Maxicode Primary Message Transmission ................................................................ 186
Maxicode Length Control ......................................................................................... 187
Maxicode Set Length 1 ............................................................................................ 187
Maxicode Set Length 2 ............................................................................................ 188
PDF417 ........................................................................................................................ 189
PDF417 Enable / Disable ......................................................................................... 189
PDF417 Length Control ........................................................................................... 189
PDF417 Set Length 1 .............................................................................................. 190
PDF417 Set Length 2 .............................................................................................. 190
Micro PDF417 .............................................................................................................. 191
Micro PDF417 Enable / Disable ............................................................................... 191
Micro PDF417 Code 128 GS1-128 Emulation .......................................................... 191
Micro PDF417 Length Control ................................................................................. 192
Micro PDF417 Set Length 1 ..................................................................................... 192
Micro PDF417 Set Length 2 ..................................................................................... 193
QR Code ...................................................................................................................... 194
QR Code Enable / Disable ....................................................................................... 194
QR Code Length Control ......................................................................................... 194
QR Code Set Length 1 ............................................................................................ 195
QR Code Set Length 2 ............................................................................................ 195
Micro QR Code ............................................................................................................ 196
Micro QR Code Enable/Disable ................................................................................ 196
Micro QR Code Length Control ................................................................................ 196
Micro QR Code Set Length 1 ................................................................................... 197
Micro QR Code Set Length 2 ................................................................................... 197
UCC Composite ........................................................................................................... 198
UCC Composite Enable / Disable ............................................................................ 198
UCC Optional Composite Timer ............................................................................... 199
Postal Code Selection .................................................................................................. 200
Postnet BB Control ...................................................................................................... 201
Motion Features ................................................................................................................. 203
Motion Aiming Control .................................................................................................. 203
Motion Sensitivity ......................................................................................................... 204
Motionless Timeout ...................................................................................................... 205
Wireless Features ............................................................................................................... 207
Wireless Beeper Features ............................................................................................. 209
Good Transmission Beep ......................................................................................... 209
Beep Frequency ...................................................................................................... 209
Beep Duration .......................................................................................................... 210
Beep Volume ........................................................................................................... 211
Disconnect Beep ..................................................................................................... 211
Docking Beep .......................................................................................................... 212
Leash Alarm ............................................................................................................. 212
Configuration Updates .................................................................................................. 214
Automatic Configuration Update .............................................................................. 214
Copy Configuration to reader ................................................................................... 214
Copy Configuration to Base Station ......................................................................... 214
Batch Features ............................................................................................................. 215
Batch Mode ............................................................................................................. 215
Send Batch .............................................................................................................. 215
Erase Batch Memory ............................................................................................... 216

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RF Batch Mode Transmit Delay ................................................................................ 216
Direct Radio Autolink ..................................................................................................... 217
RF Address Stamping ................................................................................................... 218
Source Radio Address Transmission ........................................................................ 218
Source Radio Address Delimiter Character ............................................................... 218
Real Time Clock (RTC) Configuration ............................................................................. 220
Current Date ............................................................................................................. 220
Current Time ............................................................................................................ 220
Date Tx Format ......................................................................................................... 221
Time Tx Format ........................................................................................................ 221
Date-Time Separator ................................................................................................ 222
Date-Time Transmission Order ................................................................................. 223
Power Off ................................................................................................................. 224
Powerdown Timeout ................................................................................................ 224
BVS HS-PB ONLY Features ............................................................................................... 225
Bluetooth Security Features .......................................................................................... 225
Bluetooth Security Mode .......................................................................................... 226
Bluetooth PIN Code .................................................................................................. 226
Select PIN Code Length ........................................................................................... 226
Set PIN Code ........................................................................................................... 227
Other Bluetooth Features .............................................................................................. 228
Reconnect Attempt Interval ...................................................................................... 228
Bluetooth HID Variable PIN Code ............................................................................. 229
Bluetooth HID Alt Mode ............................................................................................ 230
Bluetooth HID Send Unknown ASCII Char ................................................................ 230
Bluetooth Max Client ................................................................................................ 231
Bluetooth Friendly Name .......................................................................................... 232
Bluetooth Reconnect Attempt Mode ........................................................................ 232
Power Class ............................................................................................................. 233
HID Country Mode .................................................................................................... 233
References.................................................................................................................. 237
RS-232 Parameters ............................................................................................................ 238
RS-232 Only ................................................................................................................. 238
Baud Rate ................................................................................................................ 238
Stop Bits .................................................................................................................. 238
Parity ........................................................................................................................ 238
Handshaking Control ................................................................................................ 238
RS-232/USB COM Parameters ..................................................................................... 239
Intercharacter Delay .................................................................................................. 239
ACK NAK Options .................................................................................................... 240
ACK Character ......................................................................................................... 240
NAK Character ......................................................................................................... 241
ACK NAK Timeout Value .......................................................................................... 242
ACK NAK Retry Count .............................................................................................. 243
Disable Character ..................................................................................................... 244
Enable Character ...................................................................................................... 245
Keyboard Interface ............................................................................................................. 246
Wedge Quiet Interval ..................................................................................................... 246
Intercharacter Delay ...................................................................................................... 247
Intercode Delay ............................................................................................................. 248
Symbologies ....................................................................................................................... 249
Datamatrix DPM Decoding Safety ................................................................................. 249
Set Length .................................................................................................................... 249
Set Length 1 ............................................................................................................. 249
Set Length 2 ............................................................................................................. 250
Data Editing ........................................................................................................................ 251
Global Prefix/Suffix ........................................................................................................ 252
Example: Setting a Prefix .......................................................................................... 252
Global AIM ID ................................................................................................................ 252
Label ID ........................................................................................................................ 254
Label ID: Pre-loaded Sets ......................................................................................... 254
Label ID: Set Individually Per Symbology .................................................................. 257

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Character Conversion ................................................................................................... 259
Reading Parameters .......................................................................................................... 260
Good Read LED Duration ............................................................................................. 260
Reading Features ............................................................................................................... 261
Scan Mode .................................................................................................................. 261
Stand Mode Off Time ................................................................................................... 262
Reading Active Time ..................................................................................................... 263
Aiming Duration Time ................................................................................................... 264
Flash On Time .............................................................................................................. 265
Flash Off Time .............................................................................................................. 266
Multiple Labels Ordering by Code Symbology .............................................................. 267
Motion Features ................................................................................................................. 269
Motionless Timeout ...................................................................................................... 269
Wireless Features ............................................................................................................... 270
Automatic Configuration Update ................................................................................... 270
RF Address Stamping .................................................................................................. 270
Source Radio Address Delimiter Character .............................................................. 270
Bluetooth-Only Features ............................................................................................... 271
Bluetooth Pin Code .................................................................................................. 271
Appendix A: Technical Specifications....................................................................... 273
Physical Characteristics ........................................................................................... 273
Electrical Characteristics .......................................................................................... 273
Performance Characteristics .................................................................................... 274
Depth of Field (Typical)a ........................................................................................... 274
User Environment .................................................................................................... 275
Imager Labeling ................................................................................................................. 277
Standard Cable Pinouts ..................................................................................................... 277
LED and Beeper Indications ............................................................................................... 279
Error Codes ....................................................................................................................... 280
Base Station Indications (Cordless Models ONLY) ........................................................ 280
Base Station Button Indicators ................................................................................. 280
Appendix B: Sample Barcodes ................................................................................. 281
1D Barcodes ...................................................................................................................... 281
GS1 DataBar™ (RSS) ........................................................................................................ 283
GS1 DataBar™-14 ............................................................................................................. 284
2D Barcodes ...................................................................................................................... 285
Appendix C: Standard Defaults ................................................................................. 287
Restore Factory Configuration .................................................................................. 299
Appendix D: Keypad .................................................................................................. 301
Appendix E: Scancode Tables .................................................................................. 303
Control Character Emulation .............................................................................................. 303
Single Press and Release Keys ..................................................................................... 303
Interface Type PC AT PS/2, USB-Keyboard or USB-Keyboard for APPLE ......................... 304
Interface Type PC AT PS/2 Alt Mode or USB-Keyboard Alt Mode ...................................... 306
Interface Type PC AT PS/2 Alt Mode or USB-Keyboard Alt Mode (continued) .................... 307
Digital Interface .................................................................................................................. 308
IBM31xx 102-key ............................................................................................................... 309
IBM XT ............................................................................................................................... 310
Microsoft Windows Codepage 1252 .................................................................................. 311
ASCII Chart ................................................................................................................. 313

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1Introduction
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1 Introduction
1.1 About this
Manual
This Operation Manual (OPM) is provided for users seeking advanced technical information,
including connection, programming, maintenance and specifications. The Quick Reference Guide
(QRG) and other publications associated with this product are downloadable free of charge from
the website listed on the back cover of this manual.
1.1.1 Overview Chapter 1, (this chapter) presents information about manual conventions, and an overview of the
reader, its features and operation.
Chapter 2, Setup presents information about unpacking, cable connection information and set-
ting up the reader.
Chapter 3, Configuration Using Bar Codes provides instructions and barcode labels for customiz-
ing your reader. There are different sections for interface types, general features, data formatting,
symbology-specific and model-specific features.
Chapter 4, References provides background information and detailed instructions for more com-
plex programming items.
Chapter 5, Message Formatting gives details for programming options.
Appendix A, Technical Specifications lists physical and performance characteristics, as well as
environmental and regulatory specifications. It also provides standard cable pinouts and LED/
Beeper functions.
Appendix B, Sample Bar Codes offers sample barcodes for several common symbologies.
Appendix C, Standard Defaults references common factory default settings for reader features
and options.
Appendix D, Keypad includes numeric barcodes to be readed for certain parameter settings.
Appendix E, Scancode Tables lists control character emulation information for Wedge and USB
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1.1.2 Manual
Conventions
The following conventions are used in this document:
The symbols listed below are used in this manual to notify the reader of key issues or procedures
that must be observed when using the reader:
1.2 References Current versions of this Operation Manual (OPM), Quick Reference Guide (QRG), and any other
manuals, instruction sheets and utilities for this product can be downloaded from the website
listed below.
1.3 Technical
Support
1.3.1 Balluff Website
Support
The Balluff website (www.balluff.com) is the complete source for technical support and informa-
tion for Balluff products. The site offers product support, product manuals and contact informa-
tion.
1.3.2 Telephone
Technical
Support
If you do not have internet or email access, you may contact Balluff technical support. Check the
back cover of this document for the contact information.
1.4 About the Reader The Balluff BVS HS-Px series is a family of feature-rich and rugged area image readers. It is
offered in several different models to better fit the different needs of each customer.
The main model categories are:
- BVS HS-PC: Corded models.
- BVS HS-PW: Bluetooth models.
Within each category, further differentiating features are available, described by the part number
suffix:
- DPM: models with laser, ink jet and dot peen reading capability
- HP: models with autofocus optic
Typically, units are factory-programmed for the most common terminal and communications set-
tings. If you need to modify any programmable settings, custom configuration can be done by
reading the programming barcodes within this guide or you can ask Balluff to program it for you.
Advancements in the LED technology used in the imager-based readers significantly improve the
illumination of the target field of view, resulting in higher scan efficiency. Whether used in Single
Trigger or Continuous Mode, the ergonomic design of the reader will help to promote comfortable
handling during extended periods of use.
See "Interface Selection" on page 14 for a listing and descriptions of available interface sets by
model type.
NOTE
Notes contain information necessary for properly diagnosing, repairing
and operating the reader.
CAUTION
The CAUTION symbol advises you of actions that could damage equip-
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1.5 The Base Station
BAM-MD-VS-001
Base Station/
Charger
The BAM-MD-VS-001 Base station, when paired with one or more BVS HS-PW readers, builds a
Cordless Reading System for the collection, decoding and transmission of barcode data. It can
be connected to a Host PC via RS-232, USB and is suited for single-cradle layouts. The
BAM-MD-VS-001-002 models also provide a spare battery charger slot.
The label on the cradle contains LED indicators and a multi-function button. When the button is
pressed for less than 5 seconds, the cradle will transmit a "broadcast" message." When the
broadcast is sent, all properly configured readers (Radio RX Timeout set to keep the radio
"awake") that are linked to that base and within radio range coverage will emit a beep and blink
within 5 seconds. This functionality is useful to:
- verify which readers are linked to a certain base station
- detect a reader forgotten somewhere
When the button is pressed for longer than 5 seconds, all
paired readers will be unpaired.
The LEDs signal the Base station-BT status, as shown in
Table 1 on page 4.
LED Status
See "Base Station Indications (Cordless Models ONLY)" on page 320 for more specific details on
the LEDs.
1.6 Battery Safety To reinstall, charge and/or perform any other action on the battery, follow the instructions in this
manual.
LED STATUS
Aux Yellow On = Base station is powered through an external power supply.
Host Yellow On = Base station is powered by the Host.
Reader
Green On = the reader battery is completely charged.
Red On = the reader battery is charging.
Orange Blinking = reader battery fault - replace battery.
Red / Green Alternatively Blinking = charging error - see "Error Codes" on
page 320.
Off = reader not in the cradle or not properly inserted.
Spare
(BC91x0
models only)
Green On = the spare battery is completely charged.
Orange Blinking = spare battery fault - replace spare battery.
Red/Green Alternatively Blinking = charging error - see "Error Codes" on
page 320.
Off = no spare battery in the housing or battery not fully inserted.
Radio Yellow Blinking = radio activity.
Ethernet
(Ethernet
models only)
Green Blinking = Ethernet activity.
NOTE
Before installing the Battery, read “Battery Safety” on this and the following
pages. Balluff recommends annual replacement of rechargeable battery
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As with other types of batteries, Lithium-Ion (LI) batteries will lose capacity over time. Capacity
deterioration is noticeable after one year of service whether the battery is in use or not. It is difficult
to precisely predict the finite life of a LI battery, but cell manufacturers rate them at 500 charge
cycles. In other words, the batteries should be expected to take 500 full discharge / charge cycles
before needing replacement. This number is higher if partial discharging / recharging is adhered
to rather than full / deep discharging,
The typical manufacturer advertised useful life of LI batteries is one to three years, depending on
usage and number of charges, etc., after which they should be removed from service, especially
in mission critical applications. Do not continue to use a battery that is showing excessive loss of
capacity, it should be properly recycled / disposed of and replaced. For most applications, batter-
ies should be replaced after one year of service to maintain customer satisfaction and minimize
safety concerns.
WARNING
Do not discharge the battery using any device except for the reader. When
the battery is used in devices other than the designated product, it may
damage the battery or reduce its life expectancy. If the device causes an
abnormal current to flow, it may cause the battery to become hot, explode or
ignite and cause serious injury.
Lithium-ion battery packs may get hot, explode or ignite and cause serious
injury if exposed to abusive conditions. Be sure to follow the safety warnings
listed below:
►Do not place the battery pack in fire or heat.
►Do not connect the positive terminal and negative terminal of the battery
pack to each other with any metal object (such as wire).
►Do not carry or store the battery pack together with metal objects.
►Do not pierce the battery pack with nails, strike it with a hammer, step on it
or otherwise subject it to strong impacts or shocks.
►Do not solder directly onto the battery pack.
►Do not expose the battery pack to liquids, or allow the battery to get wet.
►Do not apply voltages to the battery pack contacts.
In the event the battery pack leaks and the fluid gets into your eye, do not
rub the eye. Rinse well with water and immediately seek medical care. If left
untreated, the battery fluid could cause damage to the eye.
CAUTION
Always charge the battery at 0° - 40°C temperature range.
Use only the authorized power supplies, battery pack, chargers, and docks
supplied by your Balluff reseller. The use of any other power supplies can
damage the device and void your warranty.
Do not disassemble or modify the battery. The battery contains safety and
protection devices, which, if damaged, may cause the battery to generate
heat, explode or ignite.
Do not place the battery in or near fire, on stoves or other high temperature
locations.
Do not place the battery in direct sunlight, or use or store the battery inside
cars in hot weather. Doing so may cause the battery to generate heat,
explode or ignite. Using the battery in this manner may also result in a loss of
performance and a shortened life expectancy.
Do not place the battery in microwave ovens, high-pressure containers or on
induction cookware.
Immediately discontinue use of the battery if, while using, charging or storing
the battery, the battery emits an unusual smell, feels hot, changes color or
shape, or appears abnormal in any other way.
Do not replace the battery pack when the device is turned on.
Do not remove or damage the battery pack’s label.
Do not use the battery pack if it is damaged in any part.
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Collect and recycle waste batteries separately from the device in compliance with European
Directive 2006/66/EC, 2011/65/EU, 2002/96/EC and 2012/19/EU and subsequent modifica-
tions, US and China regulatory and others laws and regulations about the environment.
1.7 Programming the
Reader
1.7.1 Configuration
Methods
Programming
Barcodes
The reader is factory-configured with a standard set of default features. After reading the interface
barcode, you can select other options and customize your reader through use of the instructions
and programming barcode labels available in the corresponding features section for your inter-
face. Customizable settings for many features are found in "Configuration Parameters" starting on
page 21.
Some programming labels, like "Restore Custom Defaults" on page 18, require only the scan of
the single label to enact the change. Most, however, require the reader to be placed in Program-
ming Mode prior to reading them. Scan an ENTER/EXIT barcode once to enter Programming
Mode. Once the reader is in Programming Mode, scan a number of parameter settings before
reading the ENTER/EXIT barcode a second time, which will then accept your changes, exit Pro-
gramming Mode and return the reader to normal operation.
NOTE
There are some exceptions to the typical programming sequence described
above. Please read the description and setting instructions carefully when
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2.1 Unpacking Check carefully to ensure the reader and any accessories ordered are present and undamaged. If
any damage occurred during shipment, contact Balluff Technical Support. Information is shown
on page 12.
KEEP THE PACKAGING. Should the unit ever require service, it should be returned in its original
shipping container.
2.2 Setting Up the
Reader
Follow the steps below to connect and get your reader up and communicating with its host.
1Begin by Installing the Interface Cable (Corded) or Connecting the Base Station (Bluetooth)
2Configure Interface Settings (see page 24).
3Configure the Reader starting on page 26 (optional, depends on settings needed)
Connect the handheld reader by plugging directly into the host device as shown. The power can
also be supplied through an external power supply via the Interface Cable supplied with a power
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2.2.1 Connecting the
Cable (Corded
versions)
A. Rubber gasket
B. Cable Holder
C. Cover
D. Connector Holder
1Slip the cable through the Cover.
2Push the Rubber Gasket onto the Cable
Holder.
3Push the Cable Holder and gasket into the
handle. Ensure that the “Front” marking on
the Cable Holder is facing out, with the
arrow pointing towards the front of the
reader.
4Insert the end of the cable into the socket of
the Cable Holder.
5Push the Cover along the cable towards the
reader, and hook it over the yellow “tooth”
on the back of the handle.
6Insert the cable through the Connector
Holder, and push it up into the Cover.
7Insert and tighten the screw to affix the
cable assembly to the reader handle.
A
B
C
D
FRONT>>
1
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2.3 Configuring the
Base Station
To set up your Base station cradle you must:
1Physically install the cradle.
2Make all system connections.
3Configure the Base station cradle.
2.4 Mounting the
Base station
Cradle
The cradle package contains the following items:
The cradle can be either mounted on a flat surface for desktop usage or affixed vertically to a wall.
2.4.1 Mounting
Brackets
The cradle comes with two different mounting brackets. The appropriate bracket is used depend-
ing on whether the cradle will be mounted on a horizontal or vertical surface. When shipped, the
cradle has the Desktop Mounting Bracket installed. For vertical installation, the Wall Mounting
Bracket must be attached instead.
Figure 1: . Mounting Brackets
- Desktop mount bracket has ribs to keep the reader in place when the cradle is horizontal.
- Wall mount bracket contains bosses to keep the reader in place when the cradle is vertical.
To change the
Bracket:
1Remove the screw holding the Bracket in place. Retain the screw for re-use.
2Carefully lift off the Bracket.
3Install the other bracket by first slipping the end tab into place on the base station, then easing
the tabs (shown in Figure 1 on page 19) into place on the sides.
4Replace the screw to secure the Bracket to the Base Station.
Base Station (with Desktop Mounting Bracket
installed) 1 Metal Mounting plate
Base station Quick Reference Guide (this manual) 1 Wall Mounting Bracket
Ribs
Bosses
Tab Tab Tab
Desktop Mounting Bracket
(Horizontal)
Desktop Mounting Bracket
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Figure 2: Changing the Bracket
2.4.2 Permanent
Mounting
For either desktop or wall mounting, the cradle can be fastened directly to a flat surface using
screws (not included).
Figure 3: . Base Station Bottom
2.4.3 Mounting for
Portable Use
If portability of the cradle is required, the metal plate must be used. There are two ways this can
be done: (1) by first mounting the metal plate on a flat surface so the cradle can be slid off and on,
or (2) mounting the metal plate onto the back of the base station and then screwing both to the
desired surface.
1
3
2
NOTE
When mounting on drywall, the base should be screwed to a wall stud or sup-
porting beam for additional support.
Mounting Holes
Protective Adhesive
Rubber Feet
Rubber Feet
Strips
NOTE
For additional security on wall mounting, it is strongly recommended that the
cradle be secured into place using two auxiliary screws through the mounting
holes on the side.