Code CR2700 User manual

D032263_01 CR2700 User Manual

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Statement of Agency Compliance
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Industry Canada (IC)
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
Industrie Canada (IC)
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne
doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage
radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le
fonctionnement.

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction......................................................................................................................................5
2. Useful Configuration Codes .............................................................................................................5
3. CR2700 Readers and Accessories.....................................................................................................7
3.1. Readers .........................................................................................................................................7
3.2. Charging Stations ..........................................................................................................................7
3.3. Cables............................................................................................................................................7
3.4. Accessories....................................................................................................................................7
4. Supporting Documents and Resources............................................................................................8
5. Unpacking and Installation ..............................................................................................................9
5.1. CR2700 Features ...........................................................................................................................9
5.2. Charging Station Features...........................................................................................................10
5.3. Desktop Base Features................................................................................................................10
5.4. Quad-bay Charger Feature..........................................................................................................11
5.5. Unpacking ...................................................................................................................................12
5.6. Insert and Remove Battery .........................................................................................................12
5.7. Connecting Charging Station.......................................................................................................13
5.8. Mounting Charging Station.........................................................................................................14
5.9. Charging CRA-B27 Battery ..........................................................................................................17
5.10. Pairing CR2700 with a Bluetooth Device ................................................................................19
6. CR2700 Operations.........................................................................................................................21
6.1. Handheld Scanning .....................................................................................................................21
6.2. Targeting .....................................................................................................................................22
6.3. Presentation Scanning ................................................................................................................22
6.4. Battery Use..................................................................................................................................23
7. User Feedback Indicators...............................................................................................................25
7.1. CR2700 Readers ..........................................................................................................................25
7.2. CRA-B27 Battery..........................................................................................................................26
7.3. CRA-A271 Bluetooth Charging Station........................................................................................26
8. Configuring the CR2700..................................................................................................................27
8.1. Use Configuration Guide Generator on Code Website...............................................................27
8.2. Use CortexTools2 ........................................................................................................................27
8.3. Use JavaScript .............................................................................................................................27
9. Bluetooth Radio Communications.................................................................................................29

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9.1. Bluetooth Radio Power...............................................................................................................29
9.2. Bluetooth Auto-Reconnect .........................................................................................................29
9.3. Bluetooth Security ......................................................................................................................29
10. Interface Parameters......................................................................................................................30
10.1. Bluetooth Charging Station Interface .........................................................................................30
10.2. Reader Bluetooth Interface ....................................................................................................30
11. Programming Reader Buttons .......................................................................................................31
12. CR2700 Specifications ....................................................................................................................32
12.1. Typical Reading Ranges...........................................................................................................32
12.2. Supported Symbologies ..........................................................................................................32
12.3. Product Dimensions................................................................................................................34
13. CR2700 Device Information ...........................................................................................................38
13.1. Reader Information.....................................................................................................................38
13.2. Bluetooth Charger Information ..................................................................................................39
13.3. Battery Information ....................................................................................................................40
14. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................41
14.1. Approved disinfectants for the CR2700 readers:....................................................................41
14.2. Routine cleaning and disinfection...........................................................................................42
14.3. Troubleshooting Guide ...........................................................................................................42
15. Contact Code for support...............................................................................................................44
16. Limited Warranty ...........................................................................................................................45

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1. Introduction
Code’s CR2700 is an advanced wireless 2D barcode reader purpose-built for medical and
healthcare applications. It features inductive charging, the latest Bluetooth Low Energy
standards, and a lightweight and ergonomic design in combination with superior barcode
scanning performance.
2. Useful Configuration Codes
2.1. Scanning the Reset Bluetooth Reader to Factory Defaults barcode below (M20390) will
erase all custom configurations and reset the device to default settings. This will also
erase any pairing information. This, however, will not erase any user settings
preprogrammed at factory or any JavaScript files loaded at factory or by the user.
2.2. Scanning the Reboot Reader barcode below (M20345) will power cycle the device.
Note: any settings that are not saved will be erased.
2.3. The CR2700 supports direct connection as a Bluetooth Keyboard device with third party
hosts that support Bluetooth Low Energy (such as PCs, mobile phones and tablets).
Scan the Bluetooth HID Keyboard barcode below (M20381) to set the reader as a

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Bluetooth Keyboard device, then connect using host’s device manager (on PC) or
Bluetooth settings (on mobile devices). Note: this mode is not applicable when using a
Code charger with embedded Bluetooth radio (CRA-A271).

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3. CR2700 Readers and Accessories
3.1. Readers
Part Number
Description
CR2701-100
CR2700 Reader, Palm, Wireless, Light Gray, CodeShield Plastic
CR2702-100
CR2700 Reader, Handled, Wireless, Light Gray, CodeShield Plastic
3.2. Charging Stations
Part Number
Description
CRA-A271
CR2700 Reader Bluetooth Inductive Charging Station, Light Gray
CRA-A274
Quad-Bay Charging Station for B27 Battery, Light Gray
3.3. Cables
Part Number
Description
CRA-C34
Straight USB Cable, USB to Micro USB, 3 ft (1 m)
CRA-C36
Straight USB Cable, USB to Micro USB, 6 ft (2 m)
3.4. Accessories
Part Number
Description
CRA-MB6
Desktop Base for Inductive Charging Station
CRA-WMB4
Wall Mount Bracket for Inductive Charging Station
CRA-MB7
Medical Cart VESA Mount Bracket for Inductive Charging Station
CRA-B27
Spare Battery for CR2701/CR2702
CR2AG-P1
US Power Supply for Quad-Bay Charging Station CRA-A274
CR2AG-P2
Europe/South American Power Supply for Quad-bay Charging Station
CRA-A274
CR2AG-P3
UK Power Supply for Quad-bay Charging Station CRA-A274
CRA-CR27-01
Optional Metal Thumb Screws for Mounting Inductive Charging Station,
set of ten; for mounting up to five charging stations
CRA-CR27-02
Precut Adhesive Tapes, set of two, for mounting one CRA-MB6
CRA-CR27-10
Precut Adhesive Tapes, set of ten, for mounting up to five CRA-MB6s

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4. Supporting Documents and Resources
The following documents available from the Documentation section of the product page on
Code website https://www.codecorp.com/
4.1. Quick Start Guide, C011784, includes general instructions on setting up and operating
CR2700 readers and charging stations.
4.2. Interface Control Document, D026166, specifies the communication protocol between
Code Reader hardware and application software that runs on the host computer,
specific Reader commands, and examples of a variety of ways to communicate and
send data to the Reader and command/communication types.
4.3. Configuration Control Document, D027153, specifies the Reader configuration
commands.
Note: D026166 and D027153 are for application developers that want to integrate scan
data directly into their application and control configuration of the barcode reader.
Customers using a keyboard interface won’t need these documents, and should reference
the Configuration Guide Generator for configuration changes.
The following tools and resources are also available:
4.4. CortexTools2, is a PC software tool to configure, update, customize and manage Code
Readers. It is available to download from the CR2700 product page on the Code
website.
4.5. Configuration Guide Generator is an online tool to quickly generate a configuration
guide using configuration manual codes for every application. It is available at the
CR2700 product page on the Code website.
4.6. JavaScript Programming Guide, D028868, describes the JavaScript application
programming interface for the Code Readers. It is available from Code Support upon
request (see section 15).

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5. Unpacking and Installation
Please note: CR2700 readers can only be charged by the CRA-A271 charging station from
Code. The CR2700 is not compatible with any other chargers.
5.1. CR2700 Features
Figure 1 CR2701 Reader Features
Figure 2 CR2702 Reader Features

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5.2. Charging Station Features
Figure 3 CRA-A271 Bluetooth Charging Station Feature
5.3. Desktop Base Features
Figure 4 CRA-MB6 Desktop Base Features

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5.4. Quad-bay Charger Feature
Figure 5 CRA-A274 Quad-Bay Battery Charger Features

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5.5. Unpacking
Open the box that contains the product, remove the reader and included accessories.
Inspect for damage. If the product is damaged, please do not proceed to installation.
Contact Code Support (see section 15 for information). Retain the original packaging
material for potential return shipment.
5.6. Insert and Remove Battery
Only the CRA-B27 battery is compatible with the CR2700 readers. The battery is keyed so it
can only be inserted one way. Insert a B27 battery into the cavity of the reader (Figure 6)
until it clicks. Hold any button on the reader (except the Power Gauge button on the
battery) for half a second and the reader will start its booting sequence. When the reader
successfully completes its booting sequence (in about 2 seconds), the LEDs will flash, and
the reader will beep and vibrate once.
Figure 6 Insert and Remove Battery

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To remove the battery, push the battery compartment latch in the direction indicated by
the arrow (Figure 6) until the battery pops up slightly. Pull the battery out of the reader
cavity.
5.7. Connecting Charging Station
Use only cables or power supply provided by Code to ensure proper communication with
the host and to provide adequate voltage to charge the reader.
5.7.1. Insert the micro USB connector of the cable to the micro USB port on the bottom
of the charging station (Figure 7)
5.7.2. Run the cable along the cable routing guides on the bottom of the charging
station. If the charging station will be placed into a desktop base (CRA-MB6), the
cable should exit through the opening in the back of the charging station (see
Figure 8). If the charging station will be mounted on a wall mount bracket (CRA-
WMB4) or a VESA mount bracket (CRA-MB7), thread the cable through one of the
two cable exit holes on the bracket (see Figure 9 or 10)
Please note, the CRA-A271 may not charge consistently or at all when connected to
a USB hub, even if the hub is powered.
Figure 7 Connect Charging Station

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5.8. Mounting Charging Station
There are several mounting configurations to meet different application requirements. Choose
the one suitable for your workflow.
5.8.1. Desktop Mount
The Desktop Mount provides extra charger stability when the charger is free standing on
a counter or desk. Place the charging station into a desktop base (CRA-MB6) (Figure 8).
The charging station can be secured onto the base using two pan head screws supplied
with the desktop base. The desktop base can be fastened onto a flat surface using
included multi-use adhesive tape, if desired (see Figure 4 for locations to attach the
tape). Additional adhesive tape (CRA-CR27-02 or CRA-CR27-10) is available as an
accessory.
Optional thumb screws (CRA-CR27-01) can also be used to fasten the charging station to
the base.
Figure 8 Install and Secure Desktop Base CRA-MB6
(Thumb screws are optional
and sold separately)

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5.8.2. Wall Mount
The charging station can be mounted onto a wall using the wall mount bracket (CRA-
WMB4). Mount the bracket to a wall using four #10 (M4 or M5) size screws (not
provided). The wall mount bracket can be mounted in upward or downward position
depending on application (Figure 9). There are three positions that the charging station
can be affixed onto the bracket. Choose a position suitable for your workflow, thread
the USB cable through one of the two cable exit holes on the bracket and attach the
charging station onto the bracket using two screws supplied with the wall mount
bracket. Optional thumb screws (CRA-CR27-01) are available to mount the charging
station without using a screwdriver.
Figure 9 Install Charging Station with Wall Mount Bracket CRA-WMB4
(Thumb screws are optional and
sold separately)

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5.8.3. VESA Mount
To mount the charging station next to a monitor on a medical cart, secure the cart VESA
mount bracket (CRA-MB7) to the monitor support beam on the cart first. The CRA-MB7
is compatible with monitor sizes up to 27” (69 cm). It can be mounted with the bracket
on either the left or right side of the monitor. Thread the USB cable through one of the
two cable exit holes on the bracket, and attach the charging station onto the bracket
using two screws supplied with the mounting bracket (Figure 10). Optional thumb
screws (CRA-CR27-01) are available to attach the charging station without using a
screwdriver.
Please note, screws holding monitor in place may loosen over time and monitor may tilt
to one side. If that occurs, adjust the monitor position and tighten those screws.
Figure 10 Install Charging Station with a VESA Mount CRA-MB7
(Thumb screws are optional and
sold separately)

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5.9. Charging CRA-B27 Battery
It is recommended to fully charge the battery before deploying the reader for the first time,
even though a new battery has a residual amount of battery power. To ensure adequate
battery power to last through a shift, always place the reader back into a charger between
activities. Constant charging will not shorten the life of the battery.
5.9.1. To charge the battery installed in the reader, place the reader in the charging
station with the scan window facing down (Figure 11). The reader will beep once if the
reader is powered off and wakes up, another beep if the reader has been paired with
the charger and reconnects. The Power Gauge LEDs on the battery will start flashing 4
second on and 1 second off alternately. Once the battery is fully charged, the Power
Gauge LEDs will stay on solid. The battery will be fully charged in approximately 3.5 hrs
when using the charging station with an external power supply (CRA-P4). Charging time
may vary if the inductive charger is connected to a PC USB port.
Figure 11 Charging Reader in Charging Station

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5.9.2. The batteries can also be charged using the Quad-Bay battery charger (CRA-
A274). Connect the Quad-Bay charger to the power supply provided for the charger and
plug the power supply to an AC power source. Insert batteries into the charger (Figure
12). The batteries will start charging as the Power Gauge LEDs start flashing 4 second on
and 1 second off. The LEDs will stay solid on when a battery is fully charged. The
battery will be fully charged in approximately 4 hrs when using the quad-bay battery
charger.
Figure 12 Charging B27 Batteries in a Quad-Bay Charger
Please note: the temperature range to charge the battery is 0°C –40°C (32°F –104°F).
Although the reader will operate beyond this range, the battery may not charge
properly. To avoid temperature related battery issues, always charge the battery and
operate the reader between 0°C –40°C (32°F –104°F).
Please note: It is normal that the area around the serial label on the reader becomes
warm during charging.
For long-term storage or shipping, please remove the battery from the reader or the
quad-bay charger.

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5.10. Pairing CR2700 with a Bluetooth Device
The CR2700 reader operates in Bluetooth Low Energy mode. It must be paired with another
Bluetooth device that supports Bluetooth Low Energy for wireless data communication.
5.10.1. Pairing with a Bluetooth Inductive Charging Station
The CR2700 reader can pair with a CRA-A271 Bluetooth Inductive Charging Station. The
charging station will receive data wirelessly from the paired reader and send to the host
PC via USB. It can receive commands, configurations, files, etc. from the host and send
wirelessly to the paired reader. To pair a CR2700 reader with a CRA-A271 Bluetooth
Charging Station, simply scan the unique QuickConnect Code displayed on the charging
station. A successful pairing is indicated by two short beeps followed by one normal
beep and one vibration. Also, the wireless indicators on both the reader and A271 will
turn solid green.
Alternatively, the Quick Connect Code can be generated and displayed on a host PC.
Download CortexTools2 from the CR2700 product page of the Code website, install then
run on the host PC. Connect a CRA-A271 Bluetooth Charging Station to a USB port on
the PC. The software can generate and display the QuickConnect Code to be scanned by
a CR2700 reader. A Quick Connect Code can also be generated at
https://ww2.codecorp.com/bdaddr.php by entering the Bluetooth address of the CRA-
A271 Bluetooth Charging Station.
5.10.2. Pairing with a Host
The CR2700 reader can be paired with a third party host such as a mobile phone, tablet
or a PC that supports Bluetooth Low Energy as a Bluetooth HID keyboard device. Scan
the barcode below (M20381) to set the reader to Bluetooth HID keyboard mode. Open
Bluetooth settings menu on the mobile device or Device Manager on the PC, find “Code
CR2700”in available Bluetooth devices and connect. Successful connection is indicated
by a beep sound and flashing of the Bluetooth indicator on the reader. Automatic
reconnection can be set on the host.