Bartec BCS3600ex-IS User manual

BCS3600ex series Hand-held scanner
Quick Start Guide

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Quick Start Guide - Translation
BCS3608ex-IS, BCS3678ex-IS,
BCS3608ex-NI, BCS3678ex-NI
Hand-held scanner and accessories
ATEX / IECEx Zone 0 und Zone 20
ATEX / IECEx Zone 2 und Zone 22
Class I, II, III Division 2
Class I, II, III Division 1
Document No.: 11-A1S4-7E0001
Status: February 2024 / Revision D
Proviso: Subject to technical changes. Changes, mistakes and printing errors do
not substantiate any claim to damages.
Content
Pages
English
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Table of content
BCS3600ex series
Hand-held scanner and accessories
Subject to technical changes.
February 2024 / Revision D
1Basic safety information ...............................................................................................................................................1
1.1 Information on this Quick Start Guide ...................................................................................................1
1.1.1 Languages ................................................................................................................................................ 2
1.1.2 Changes in the document .......................................................................................................................... 2
1.1.3 Registered trademarks............................................................................................................................... 2
1.2Handling the product ..............................................................................................................................2
1.3 Intended use ...........................................................................................................................................3
1.3.1 Exclusive purpose...................................................................................................................................... 3
1.3.2 Unintended use ......................................................................................................................................... 3
1.4 Duties of the operator.............................................................................................................................3
1.5Safety information...................................................................................................................................3
1.6 General safety information for operation ..............................................................................................4
1.6.1 Maintenance.............................................................................................................................................. 4
1.6.2 Servicing ................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.6.3 Inspection.................................................................................................................................................. 4
1.6.4 Repairs ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.6.5 Commissioning.......................................................................................................................................... 4
1.7 Labelling, test certificate, and standards ..............................................................................................4
1.8 Warranty..................................................................................................................................................5
1.9 Co-applicable documents ......................................................................................................................6
1.10 Definition of terms...................................................................................................................................6
2Product description........................................................................................................................................................7
2.1 Hand-held scanner BCS3600ex series ..................................................................................................7
2.1.1 Purpose of use .......................................................................................................................................... 8
2.1.2 Comparison with ZEBRA ........................................................................................................................... 8
2.2 Supply modules ......................................................................................................................................9
2.2.1 Configuration........................................................................................................................................... 10
3Structure.........................................................................................................................................................................12
3.1 Hand-held scanner (corded and Bluetooth)........................................................................................12
3.2 Base station (Cradle)............................................................................................................................13
3.3 Battery charging station, 4-slot............................................................................................................14
3.4 Universal supply module corded .........................................................................................................15
3.5 Universal supply module Bluetooth.....................................................................................................16
3.6 Supply module Ex i corded..................................................................................................................17
3.7 Supply module Ex i Bluetooth..............................................................................................................17
4Technical data...............................................................................................................................................................18
4.1 Explosion protection IS ........................................................................................................................18
4.1.1 Hand-held scanner BCS3608ex-IS (Type: 17-A1S4-1HP0/****) ................................................................. 18
4.1.2 Hand-held scanner BCS3678ex-IS (Type: 17-A1S4-2HP1/****) ................................................................. 18
4.1.3 Universal supply module for BCS3608ex-IS (Type: 17-A1Z0-0018/****) ..................................................... 19
4.1.4 Universal supply module for BCS3678ex-IS (Type: 17-A1Z0-0019/****) ..................................................... 19
4.1.5 Supply module Ex i for BCS3608ex-IS (Typ: 17-A1Z0-0025/****)............................................................... 20
4.1.6 Supply module Ex i for BCS3678ex-IS (Type: 17-A1Z0-0028/****) ............................................................. 20
4.1.7 Special conditions for Explosion protection IS ........................................................................................... 21
4.2 Explosion protection NI ........................................................................................................................22
4.2.1 Hand-held scanner BCS3608ex-NI and BCS3678ex-NI (Type: B7-A2S4-****/****)....................................... 22
4.2.2 Universal supply module for BCS3608ex-NI (Type: B7-A2Z0-0042/****) .................................................... 22
4.2.3 Universal supply module for BCS3608ex-NI (Type: B7-A2Z0-0042/00US) ................................................. 22
4.2.4 Universal supply module for BCS3678ex-NI (Type: B7-A2Z0-0043/****) .................................................... 23
4.2.5 Universal supply module for BCS3678ex-NI (Type: B7-A2Z0-0043/00US) ................................................. 23
4.2.6 Special conditions for Explosion protection NI........................................................................................... 23

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4.3 Features ................................................................................................................................................24
4.3.1 Physical features ..................................................................................................................................... 24
4.3.2 Ambient conditions .................................................................................................................................. 25
4.4 Ex-relevante values..............................................................................................................................27
4.4.1 Connection HMI limiting cable to Ex HMI or other Ex systems - Zone2 ...................................................... 27
4.5 Connection of supply module Ex i to other Ex systems.....................................................................29
4.6 Product labelling ...................................................................................................................................30
4.6.1 Hand-held scanner .................................................................................................................................. 30
4.6.2 Battery .................................................................................................................................................... 31
4.6.3 Supply module......................................................................................................................................... 32
4.6.4 Base station ............................................................................................................................................ 33
4.6.5 Battery charging station ........................................................................................................................... 34
5Transport and storage.................................................................................................................................................35
5.1 Transport...............................................................................................................................................35
5.2 Storage ..................................................................................................................................................35
6Commissioning.............................................................................................................................................................36
6.1 Requirements in potentially explosive atmosphere ...........................................................................37
6.2 First steps..............................................................................................................................................39
6.3 Corded hand-held scanner BCS3608ex-NI / BCS3608ex-IS ..............................................................40
6.3.1 Connecting the connection cable to the hand-held scanner....................................................................... 40
6.4 Bluetooth Hand-held scanner BCS3678ex-NI / BCS3678ex-IS ..........................................................41
6.4.1 Insert/change battery ............................................................................................................................... 41
6.4.2 Connecting the base station on the host PC and power source ................................................................. 43
6.4.3 Placing and charging the hand-held scanner in the base station................................................................ 45
6.4.4 Connecting the hand-held scanner to the base station (optional) ............................................................... 46
6.4.5 Inserting and charging the battery in the battery charging station............................................................... 46
6.5 Meaning of LED display / beeps..........................................................................................................47
6.5.1 Hand-held scanner .................................................................................................................................. 47
6.5.2 Base station and 4-slot battery charging station ........................................................................................ 47
6.6 Possible system configurations ...........................................................................................................48
6.6.1 Corded Hand-held scanner BCS3608ex .................................................................................................... 48
6.6.2 Bluetooth Hand-held scanner BCS3678ex ................................................................................................. 49
6.7 Universal supply module and supply module Ex i..............................................................................50
6.7.1 Electrical values of the supply modules .................................................................................................... 50
6.7.2 Terminal assignment universal supply module .......................................................................................... 53
6.7.3 Terminal assignment Supply module Ex i ................................................................................................. 54
6.7.4 Setting the interface with programming code ............................................................................................ 55
6.7.5 Communication via supply modules to host or PC..................................................................................... 56
6.7.6 Range/maximum cable length of the connected cables from the supply modules to host or PC .................. 56
6.7.7 Ferrite core for data line (only when using the USB-SPP interface)............................................................ 56
7Operation .......................................................................................................................................................................57
7.1 Inspection to be conducted prior to use..............................................................................................57
7.2 Handling accessories ...........................................................................................................................58
7.3 Scanning ...............................................................................................................................................59
8Faults –causes and remedies....................................................................................................................................61
8.1 Resetting the hand-held scanner ........................................................................................................61
8.1.1 Set Factory Default - Remove Custom Defaults (Reset to Factory Defaults) .............................................. 62
8.1.2 Write to Custom Defaults - Set user-defined default values ....................................................................... 62
9Disposal..........................................................................................................................................................................63
10 Declaration of Conformity...........................................................................................................................................64
10.1 EU Declaration of Confomity ...............................................................................................................64

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1Basic safety information
1.1 Information on this Quick Start Guide
Read carefully before putting the devices into operation.
The Quick Start Guide is a fixed part of the product. It must be kept in the direct vicinity of
the device and the installation, operating and service staff must have access to it at all
times.
The Quick Start Guide contains important information, safety instructions and test
certificates which are necessary for the perfect function of the device in operation.
The Quick Start Guide is directed at all individuals concerned with the commissioning,
handling and servicing of the product. The applicable guidelines and standards for areas
with gas and dust atmosphere (EN/IEC 60079-17, EN/IEC 60079-19) must be observed
when conducting this work.
Knowledge of the safety and warning information in this Quick Start Guide and the strict
compliance with it is essential for safe installation and commissioning. Accidents, injuries
and material damage can be avoided by circumspect handling and systematically
following the instructions.
The examples, tables, and figures provided in this Quick Start Guide are for illustration
purposes. Due to the different requirements of the respective application, the BARTEC
company cannot assume responsibility or liability for actual use based on the examples
and figures.
The BARTEC company reserves the right to carry out technical changes at any time.
In no event will BARTEC company be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential
damages resulting from the use or application of this Quick Start Guide.
Safety and warning information is particularly emphasised in this Quick Start Guide and
marked by symbols.
DANGER
DANGER describes a directly imminent danger. If not avoided, death or severe injury
will be the consequence.
WARNING
WARNING describes a possibly imminent danger. If not avoided, death or severe injury
may be the consequence.
CAUTION
CAUTION describes a possibly imminent danger. If not avoided, mild or slight injury may
be the consequence.
ATTENTION
ATTENTION describes a possibly damaging situation. If not avoided, the plant or
objects in its vicinity may be damaged.
Important information on effective, economical & environmentally compliant handling.

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1.1.1 Languages
The original Quick Start Guide is written in German. All other available languages are
translations of the original Quick Start Guide.
The Quick Start Guide is available in German and English. If further languages are required,
these must be requested from BARTEC or stated on placing an order.
1.1.2 Changes in the document
BARTEC reserves the right to change the content of this document without notification. No
warranty is assumed for the correctness of the information. In cases of doubt, the German
safety instructions apply because it is not possible to rule out errors of translation or printing.
In the case of legal disputes our General Terms and Conditions for Deliveries and Services
apply.
The current versions of the datasheets, user manual, certificates and declarations of
conformity can be downloaded from www.bartec.com or may be requested directly from
BARTEC GmbH.
1.1.3 Registered trademarks
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth Special Interest Group
WiFi is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi-Alliance, an association of
manufacturers founded in 1999.
1.2 Handling the product
The product described in this Quick Start Guide left the factory in a perfect and tested state
in terms of safety. To maintain this state and to achieve a perfect and safe operation of this
product, it may only be operated in the manner described by the manufacturer. In addition,
the perfect and safe operation of this product requires correct transportation, proper storage
and careful operation.
The safe and perfect handling of the Hand-held scanner is a prerequisite for its perfect and
correct functioning.

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1.3 Intended use
1.3.1 Exclusive purpose
The Hand-held scanner is a handheld piece of electrical equipment. It serves the purpose
of the mobile recording, processing and/or radio transmission of data within potentially
explosive atmospheres.
It is used exclusively in combination with devices which comply with the requirements
placed on the overvoltage category I.
The admissible operating data of the device used must be considered.
1.3.2 Unintended use
Any other use is unintended and may lead to damage and accidents. The manufacturer
shall not be liable for any use extending beyond the exclusive purpose.
1.4 Duties of the operator
The operator undertakes to only permit persons to work with the Hand-held scanner who
are acquainted with the basic regulations on safety and accident prevention, and who
have been inducted in the use of the Hand-held scanner,
have read and understood the documentation, the safety chapter and the warnings.
The operator checks that the safety and accident prevention regulations applicable to the
respective case of use have been observed.
1.5 Safety information
Do not dry wipe or clean devices in potentially explosive atmospheres!
Do not open devices in potentially explosive atmospheres.
Do not replace or charge battery in potentially explosive atmospheres.
General statutory provisions or guidelines on occupational health and safety, accident
prevention provisions and environmental protection laws must be heeded, e.g.
Operational Safety Ordinance (BetrSichV) and nationally applicable ordinances.
Use suitable clothing and shoes with respect to the danger of hazardous electrostatic
charges.
Avoid heat influences outside the specified temperature range.
Protect device from external influences! Do not expose device to caustic/aggressive
liquids, vapours or spray.
In the case of malfunction or damaged enclosure, remove the device immediately from
the potentially explosive atmosphere and bring it to a safe place.

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1.6 General safety information for operation
1.6.1 Maintenance
The pertinent erection and operating provisions for electrical systems must be observed!
(e.g. Directive 2014/34/EU, BetrSichV and nationally applicable ordinances
EN/IEC 60079-14 and the series DIN VDE 0100)!
Observe the national waste disposal regulations when disposing of the devices.
1.6.2 Servicing
No constant servicing will be necessary if operated correctly under consideration of the
assembly instructions and environmental conditions.
1.6.3 Inspection
According to EN/IEC 60079-17 and EN/IEC 60079-19 the operator of electrical systems in
potentially explosive atmospheres is obliged to have these inspected by an electrician to
ensure correct condition.
1.6.4 Repairs
Repairs to explosion-protected devices may only be performed by authorised personnel
with original spare parts and according to the state of the art.
Therfore all repairs to the Hand-held scanner have to conducted by BARTEC.
Contact information and instructions for repair requests and processing can be found at:
bartec.com/service-support/returns-repair
Select “Automation and Enterprise Mobility”
Procedure guide
RMA Form
1.6.5 Commissioning
It must be checked that all components and documents are available before commissioning.
1.7 Labelling, test certificate, and standards
Labels on explosion protection and the test certificate are attached to the Hand-held
scanner. Labelling see chapter: Technical Data.
The guidelines and standards applicable to the Hand-held scanner for devices and
protected systems for intended use in potentially explosive atmospheres see chapter:
Declaration of Conformity.