D'Tech DB-6023 User manual

Using the D-Tech DB-6023 with Library Automation Systems
The DB-6023 1D/2D Wireless Scanner incorporates a
factory fitted Li-Ion rechargeable battery within the
handle of the scanner..
Connect the USB cradle to the computer.
The supplied USB cable should be connected to the
matching socket underneath the cradle and the
opposite end of the cable must be connected to a
working USB port on the host computer. This cable
provides the path of wireless communication with the
DB-6023 1D/2D wireless scanner and the host
computer.
The USB cradle is known as a HID device meaning
that data sent from the cradle to the computer is
treated the same way as keyboard entry. What this
also means is that when the USB cradle is first
connected to the computer’s USB port the computer
operating system recognises this and automatically
accommodates for it. This is often referred to as “Plug
& Play” and means that NO additional software or
device driver software is required, the widespread
growth and adoption of many USB devices is directly
attributable to this simple and user-friendly method of
connecting computer peripherals.
(See below:- “Windows Forgets”).
Once you have connected the USB cradle it should be automatically recognised by the host computer and
the USB cradle’s green light will begin flashing, after a period of 30 seconds or so the green light will become
steady. This indicates that the initialization procedure is complete and the wireless scanner is ready for use.
If the host computer in on a network the auto recognition process may take a little longer time to complete.
If the DB-6023 fails to communicate to the host computer then it may require pairing with the USB cradle.
The method of pairing/binding provided for is.
Method 1
After connecting the cradle to the computer’s USB port the “Pair in single step” bar code on the supplied
operation menu Page 2 must be scanned within 20 seconds of connection.
Method 2
Connect the cradle to the computer’s USB port and wait for the cradle’s green light to cease flashing and
become steady. Locate the “Pair in single step” bar code on the supplied operation menu Page 2 and the
orange push button underneath the cradle. Press and release the push button then within the count of ten
scan the “Pair in single step” bar code. After a few seconds the light on the head of the scanner should
become green, the pairing is complete. Repeat the process if unsuccessful.
Wake up the DB-6023 wireless scanner.
When the DB-6023 wireless scanner is first used it will require waking up, to do this simply press and release
the trigger on the scanner to activate it. A green light on the head of the scanner will illuminate when the
scanner is ready for use.
After periods of non-use (default of 3 minutes) the wireless scanner will enter a sleep mode to preserve
battery life. Waking up is the same as first initialization, simply press and release the trigger on the scanner.
The Dataman Operational Setup Guide that accompanies the DB-6023 does provide other important
information and instructions necessary for the DB-6023 to be customised for personal preference. Dataman
Barcode Systems recommend that the DB-6023 is operated on its default settings.

Windows Forgets.
The MS Windows Plug & Play feature is not bullet proof. Occasionally if a computer has been running for
many hours/days without being reset the MS Windows operating system can lose or forget that certain USB
peripherals (like bar code readers) are attached. If this occurs a computer re-boot will correct the anomaly.
Testing the DB-6023 wireless scanner.
The scanner can now be tested. The DB-6023 is an Area Image CCD scanner, when the trigger is
depressed it will emit a band of red light with white background illumination that should be positioned equally
about and upon the bar code to be scanned.
The DB-6023 should be held a short distance away from the bar code being scanned (50 – 150 mm) and not
immediately upon it. The required distance will vary between bar code types and depends upon the original
density at which the bar code was produced, generally bar codes produced at higher print densities will
require the DB-6023 to be held closer to the bar code. The scanner SHOULD NOT be held perpendicularly
above the bar code but should be held at a slight angle to the perpendicular for best scanning results.
Initially while scanning with the trigger depressed gradually adjust the distance the DB-6023 is held from the
bar code until an audible beep is heard, this will indicate the optimum focal range for the particular style of
bar codes being used. Once this optimum range is discovered this should be the distance the scanner
should normally be held away from the bar code during regular use.
Auto Trigger Option
When shipped the DB-6023’s sleep setting is set to an active state, this is done to prevent the battery from
being over discharged during transit/storage and to preserve the low initial charge on the battery, i.e. It is a
safety measure. To awaken the scanner briefly depress the trigger,
The DB-6023 also incorporates an “Auto Trigger” feature that can be initiated by scanning the “Continuous”
command bar code on sheet 2 of the supplied operation menu. The auto trigger feature replaces the need to
squeeze the trigger for each bar code scan, instead all that is required is to bring the scanner close to the bar
code to allow the inbuilt IR detector to initiate the scan process.
Please Note:-
Once scanned it will be necessary to withdraw or turn the scanner away from the bar code to allow the IR
detector to reset before another bar code can be scanned,
An additional sub feature of the auto trigger mode is the ability to operate the DB-6023 as a hands free
presentation mode scanner when parked in the cradle. If required to operate as a presentation mode
scanner it will be necessary to turn the sleep mode off. (See operation menu sheet 1 “None Sleep”).
Sleep time OFF is Not recommended during stock taking to avoid compromising battery usage time.
Charging and recharging the battery.
When the DB-6023 is first received the factory fitted battery may only be partially charged and will require
topping up, Simply sitting the 6023 scanner in the cradle will accomplish this.
While the scanner is being charged a blue light will be illuminated on the head of the scanner, when the
scanner is fully charged the blue light will change to green. A fully drained battery could take up to 4 hours to
charge, during normal usage if the light on the head changes to red it indicates the battery charge is low.
If the scanning light fails to come on when the trigger is depressed or the wireless range dramatically
reduces (usually accompanied with du-du-du sounds) the battery should be recharged immediately..
These instructions and any accompanying bar code command charts have been created by Dataman Barcode
Systems and are copyright. It is recommended that copies are made and at least one copy laminated.
Dataman Barcode Systems
P.O. Box 855, Happy Valley Tel:- 041 284 0637 International Tel:- +(618) 8322 7675
S.A. 5159, Australia Fax:- 088 322 7288 International Fax:- +(618) 8322 7288
Web:- www.datamanbarcode.com.au
E-mail:-sales@datamanbarcode.com.au

About the DB-6023 wireless scanner.
While the DB-6023 is being operated in normal real time mode without cache, it does rely on being in
constant wireless communication with the USB receiver.
When a bar code is scanned the decoded data is transmitted directly to the USB receiver and consequently
to the host computer without delay. If the scanner is not connected to the receiver or is out of range the data
can be lost. (The DB-6023 will emit a du-du-du sound to indicate that the data transfer was not successful).
Optionally the real time operation can be selected to operate with cache where data is stored in memory if
out of range and uploaded as soon as communication range is restored, this ensures that data is not lost.
Operating in cache mode can sometimes incur a small time delay that reflects in the speed that data can be
entered.
The absolute wireless range of the DB-6023 can vary and is dependent upon the surrounding conditions
under which it is operating. Line of sight wireless communication range of approximately 50 meters is normal
and up to 90 meters in ideal conditions.
Remote Data Collection.
The DB-6023 does incorporate internal memory storage capabilities and can be set to a data collection
mode for stocktaking purposes. When the batch memory mode is activated its wireless range no longer
restricts the distance the DB-6023 can be remotely taken to collect data. The DB-6023 does however have to
be returned to within wireless range to download collected data. The DB-6023’s large memory is capable of
storing up to 100,000 average library bar codes, it is recommended however that smaller multiple batches
are undertaken.
See the included operational barcode Setup Menu for using the DB-6023 for data collection and stocktaking.
A feature available while undertaking stock collections is the “Retrieve Memory Usage” command, If this bar
code is scanned when in wireless range the DB-6023 will send a message to the computer reporting how
many barcodes have been placed in memory. Simply open a blank Notepad window or clear MS Word
document, scan the “Retrieve Memory Usage” bar code and the information will be displayed.
e.g. BarcodeNumber:XXXXX
The same feature can also be used when operating in direct cache mode. If any scans have been placed in
memory then this command will show the quantity, Using the “Download Data” command will send the
cached data to the computer. The cache can be cleared with the “Delete Data” command.
These instructions and any accompanying bar code command charts have been created by Dataman Barcode
Systems and are copyright. It is recommended that copies are made and at least one copy laminated.
Dataman Barcode Systems
P.O. Box 855, Happy Valley Tel:- 041 284 0637 International Tel:- +(618) 8322 7675
S.A. 5159, Australia Fax:- 088 322 7288 International Fax:- +(618) 8322 7288
Web:- www.datamanbarcode.com.au
E-mail:-sales@datamanbarcode.com.au
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