Hand Held Products 4230 User manual

IMAGETEAM™ 4230 Quick Start
Guide

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Table of Contents
Getting Started
IT4230 with Green LED Aimer
Imager Identification.................................................................1
Reading Techniques ................................................................2
IT4230 Models.........................................................................3
Cordless System: Main Components .......................................3
About the Battery .....................................................................3
Proper Disposal of the Battery ............................................4
Using the Imager with Bluetooth Devices ...............................4
Tested Bluetooth Adapters ................................................4
Example of Connecting IT4230 with a PC ........................5
Changing Bluetooth PIN Code ..........................................6
Out-of-Range Alarm ...............................................................6
Useful Menu Bar Codes ...........................................................6
Manual/Serial Trigger Mode ....................................................6
Presentation Mode ...................................................................6
Suffix Selections .....................................................................7
Resetting the Standard Product Defaults ..................................7
To Add a Test Code I.D. Prefix to All Symbologies.................7
Reset Imager ...........................................................................8
Show Software Revision ..........................................................8
Programming Codes.................................................................9
Beeper and LED Sequences and Meaning .............................10
Repairs ....................................................................................10
Maintenance.............................................................................10
Cleaning the Imager’s Window ....................................... 10
Inspecting Cords and Connectors..................................... 11
Troubleshooting .................................................................... 11
Obtaining Factory Service ..................................................... 12
Technical Support ................................................................. 12
Statement of Agency Compliance ......................................... 13
Patents ............................................................................ 15
Solids and Water Protection............................................. 15
Limited Warranty................................................................... 15
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Getting Started
IT4230 with Green LED Aimer
Imager Identification
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Reading Techniques
The imager has a view finder that projects a bright red or green aiming beam that
corresponds to the imager’s horizontal field of view. The aiming beam should be
centered over the bar code, but it can be positioned in any direction for a good read.
The aiming beam is smaller when the imager is closer to the code and larger when it is
farther from the code. Symbologies with smaller bars or elements (mil size) should be
read closer to the unit. Symbologies with larger bars or elements (mil size) should be read
farther from the unit. To read single or multiple symbols (on a page or on an object), hold
the imager at an appropriate distance from the target, pull the trigger, and center the
aiming beam on the symbol. If the code being scanned is highly reflective (e.g.,
laminated), it may be necessary to tilt the code up 15° to 18° to prevent unwanted
reflection.
Linear bar code 2D Matrix symbol
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IT4230 Models
About the Battery
Use only the Li-ion battery packs provided by Hand Held Products. The use
of any battery pack not sold by Hand Held Products will void your warranty
and may result in damage to your unit.
Power is supplied to the cordless imager by a rechargeable battery that
is integrated in the imager handle. Each imager is shipped with a battery.
Charging Information
The battery is designed to charge using a wall adapter.
Only use the battery charger supplied with the imager. Using another power
supply may damage the imager.
Plug the adapter into the bottom of the imager’s handle.
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Battery Recommendations
Batteries are shipped discharged and need to be fully charged prior to first use.
The battery is a lithium ion cell and can be used without a full charge. It also can be
re-charged without fully discharging, without impacting the battery life. There is no
need to perform any charge/discharge conditioning on this cell type battery.
Do not disassemble the battery. There are no user-serviceable parts in the battery.
Replace a defective battery immediately since it could damage the IT4230.
Don’t short-circuit a battery or throw it into a fire. It can explode and cause severe
personal injury.
Although your battery can be recharged many times, it will eventually be depleted.
Replace it after the battery is unable to hold an adequate charge.
If you are not sure if the battery or charger is working properly, send it to Hand Held
Products or an authorized Hand Held Products service center for inspection.
Proper Disposal of the Battery
When the battery has reached the end of its useful life, the battery should be disposed of
by a qualified recycler or hazardous materials handler. Do not incinerate the battery or
dispose of the battery with general waste materials. You may send batteries to Hand
Held Products (postage paid). The shipper is responsible for complying with all federal,
state, and local laws and regulations related to the packing, labeling, manifesting, and
shipping of spent batteries. Contact the
Product Service Department (page 12) for recycling or disposal
information. Since you may find that your cost of returning the
batteries significant, it may be more cost effective to locate a local
recycle/disposal company.
Using the Imager with Bluetooth Devices
The IT4230 imager may be used with other Bluetooth devices. If the imager goes out of
and back within range of the Bluetooth device, it automatically reconnects to the device.
Tested Bluetooth Adapters
The following Bluetooth adapters have been verified to operate with the IT4230.
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Note: Communication with other devices may be possible; however, only those listed
have been tested for compatibility with the IT4230.
Billionton BT USB Adapter Class 1 (p/n UBTCR3C1A-B)
Belkin BT USB Adapter Class 1 (F8T001 ver 2.11)
Blaze BT USB Adapter Class 1 (BTU01 B)
EagleTec BT USB Adapter Class 1 (ET-BTHC1U-A)
Example of Connecting IT4230 with a PC
Note: This example applies to a PC with Windows® 2000 only.
The Bluetooth Serial Port Service on a computer allows a remote device, the IT4230
imager, to establish a wireless link with the computer. The wireless link can then be
used as though a physical serial cable connects the IT4230 and the computer. The link is
initiated by the IT4230 operating in server mode, but once the link is established the
IT4230 and computer swap modes and the IT4230 becomes the client.
At the time of manufacture the imager is configured to operate in server mode. Also,
whenever the "DEFAULT" menu bar code symbol is scanned, the IT4230 reverts to
server mode.
The process to establish a link between an IT4230 and a computer equipped with
Bluetooth is as follows:
1. Configure the computer's Bluetooth "Local Services" serial port to start auto-
matically.
2. Pull and release the trigger on the IT4230 to insure that the imager is powered
up.
3. Scan the "DEFAULT" menu symbol to insure that the imager is in server mode.
4. Run "Discover Bluetooth Devices" on the computer.
5. Connect to serial port, if the computer is configured for a secure connection, the user
will be prompted for the IT4230's pin code (See "Changing Bluetooth PIN Code" on
page 6.) If desired, the user can set the IT4230's pin code with the bar code menu
prior to initiating this process. The default value for the pin code is 1234.
6. The IT4230 and the computer then create a link and automatically swap modes,
with the imager becoming the client and the computer the server.
7. Open the computer application that is to receive data from the IT4230, using the
COM port number indicated for the Bluetooth Serial Port in the computer's list of
"Local Services".
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Changing Bluetooth PIN Code
Some devices require a PIN code as part of the Bluetooth security features. Your imager’s
default PIN is 1234, which you may need to enter the first time you connect to your
PDA or PC. To change the PIN, scan the bar code below and then scan the appropriate
numeric bar codes from the Programming Codes on page 9. Scan Save to save your
selection.
Out-of-Range Alarm
If your imager is out range, an alarm sounds.
Note: If you are out of range when you scan a bar code, you will receive an error beep.
You receive the error beep since the data could not be communicated to the host.
Useful Menu Bar Codes
Manual/Serial Trigger Mode
Manual/Serial Trigger
Presentation Mode
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