KoamTac KDC100 User manual

KDC100 User Manual
(Rev. 2.85.Q1/2.86.Q1/3.041)
October, 2012

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.1 KDC Package .........................................................................................................12
1.2 KDC Characteristics ..............................................................................................13
2.1 KoamTac Installation Wizard.................................................................................15
Windows XP..............................................................................................................15
Vista and Windows 7 ................................................................................................20
2.2 Manual Installation ................................................................................................23
Windows XP, Vista, and 7.........................................................................................23
3.1 Getting Started ......................................................................................................24
Attach Neck Strap to KDC........................................................................................24
Charge KDC Battery .................................................................................................24
Configure KDC ..........................................................................................................25
3.2 Basics.....................................................................................................................26
Reading Barcodes ....................................................................................................26
Synchronizing Barcode Data to PC ..........................................................................26
3.3 KDC Menus ...........................................................................................................27
KDC Mode Menu .......................................................................................................33
View Data Menu........................................................................................................33
Set Barcodes Menu ..................................................................................................33
Code Options Menu ..................................................................................................33
Scan Options Menu...................................................................................................34
Data Process Menu...................................................................................................34
BT Config Menu - KDC200/250/300/400....................................................................38
BT Service - KDC200/250/300/400............................................................................38
GPS Config - KDC250................................................................................................39
System Menu ............................................................................................................39
3.4 LED Status .............................................................................................................41
KDC100/200/250/300.................................................................................................41
KDC400.....................................................................................................................41
3.5 Empty Battery ........................................................................................................41
3.6 Buffer Full...............................................................................................................42
3.7 Reset Feature.........................................................................................................42
LISTING OF FIGURES...............................................................................................................6
LISTING OF TABLES ................................................................................................................7
1. INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................11
2. INSTALLATION........................................................................................................15
3. OPERATING THE KDC..............................................................................................24

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3.8 Replace Battery .....................................................................................................43
4.1 KTSync Menu .........................................................................................................44
4.2 File Menu................................................................................................................47
Connect to KDC ........................................................................................................47
Synchronize ..............................................................................................................47
Bluetooth ..................................................................................................................48
4.3 Synchronization Settings.......................................................................................49
Destination of Data...................................................................................................49
Synchronization Methods .........................................................................................50
Current KDC Wedge Method.....................................................................................51
Synchronization Options ..........................................................................................52
Application Options..................................................................................................52
4.4 Barcode & KDC Settings........................................................................................53
Select Symbologies and Symbology Options...........................................................54
Data Editing Option ..................................................................................................54
4.5 Others Settings......................................................................................................55
5.1 Application Generation..........................................................................................57
Generate Application ...............................................................................................57
Data Filter Settings ..................................................................................................58
Application Download and Execution ......................................................................60
5.2 Predefined Applications.........................................................................................61
Master/Slave.............................................................................................................61
Pick/Bin.....................................................................................................................63
DB Lookup Application.............................................................................................65
Inventory Application ...............................................................................................67
A.1 Symbologies ..........................................................................................................71
Bookland EAN vs. EAN-13 ........................................................................................71
A.2 Code Options .........................................................................................................73
Transmission of Start and Stop Characters.............................................................73
Reverse Direction.....................................................................................................73
Symbology Conversion .............................................................................................73
Verification of Optional “Check Digit” .....................................................................74
Transmission of “Check Digit” .................................................................................74
4. SYNCHRONIZATION.................................................................................................44
5. APPLICATION GENERATION....................................................................................56
6. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................68
7. WARRANTY ..............................................................................................................69
8. CONTACT INFORMATION ........................................................................................70
APPENDIX A - BARCODE & SCAN OPTIONS................................................................71

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Resolution of Inconsistencies..................................................................................75
A.3 Miscellaneous Barcode Information .....................................................................76
Height of a Linear Barcode ......................................................................................76
Check Characters.....................................................................................................76
Prevent Interleave 2 of 5 Partial Reading................................................................76
Equation to Determining Potential Number of Stored Barcodes.............................77
Data Buffer Full.........................................................................................................77
B.1 Symbology .............................................................................................................78
B.2 Host Interface........................................................................................................79
B.3 Battery ...................................................................................................................79
B.4 Memory ..................................................................................................................79
B.5 Programming..........................................................................................................80
C.1 Set Symbologies (KDC100/200/250) ......................................................................81
C.2 Barcode Options (KDC100/200/250) ......................................................................84
C.3 Delete Last Scanned Barcode (KDC100/200/250).................................................87
C.4 Scan Options (KDC100/200/250)............................................................................88
C.5 Scan Timeout (KDC100/200/250)...........................................................................89
C.6 Minimum Barcode Length (KDC100/200/250)........................................................90
C.7 Security Level (KDC100/200/250)..........................................................................92
C.8 Data Process - Wedge/Store (KDC100/200/250) ....................................................93
C.9 Data Process – Data Edit (KDC100/200/250) .........................................................94
C.10 Data Process - Data Format – Handshake (KDC100/200/250).............................95
C.11 Data Process - Termination Character & Duplicate Check (KDC100/200/250) ..96
C.12 Bluetooth (KDC200/250) ......................................................................................97
C.13 Bluetooth Auto Power On Time (KDC200/250)..................................................100
C.14 Bluetooth PWR Off Time (KDC200/250).............................................................102
C.15 Auto lock Time (KDC200/250) ...........................................................................105
C.16 HID Keyboard layout (KDC100/200/250)............................................................106
C.17 HID Initial Delay (KDC200/250)..........................................................................107
C.18 HID Character Delay (KDC200/250)...................................................................108
C.19 HID Control Character (KDC200/250)................................................................109
C.20 System (KDC100/200/250) .................................................................................110
C.21 Sleep Timeout (KDC100/200/250)......................................................................114
C.22 ETC (KDC100/200/250).......................................................................................116
C.23 Function (KDC100/200/250)...............................................................................117
C.24 Number (KDC100/200/250).................................................................................118
C.25 Lower Case Alphabet (KDC100/200/250)...........................................................119
C.26 Upper Case Alphabet (KDC100/200/250)...........................................................122
APPENDIX B – FAQ.......................................................................................................78
APPENDIX C - SPECIAL BARCODES.............................................................................81

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C.27 Control Character (KDC100/200/250) ................................................................125
C.28 Symbol Character (KDC100/200/250) ................................................................126
C.29 GPS (KDC250)....................................................................................................130
C.30 Auto Power Off Timeout (KDC250)....................................................................131
INDEX.........................................................................................................................132

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LISTING OF FIGURES
Figure 1 – KDC Package____________________________________________________________12
Figure 2 - Characteristics of KDC100 _______________________________________________13
Figure 3 - Characteristics of KDC200 / KDC250 / KDC300 ____________________________14
Figure 4 - Location of Scroll Buttons________________________________________________25
Figure 5 - KDC Display _____________________________________________________________26
Figure 6 - KTSync®Synchronizer Menu______________________________________________44
Figure 7 – File Menu________________________________________________________________45
Figure 8 – Setting Menu ____________________________________________________________45
Figure 9 – Application Menu ________________________________________________________46
Figure 10 – About Menu ____________________________________________________________46
Figure 11 - COM Port Selection for KDC _____________________________________________47
Figure 12 - KTSync®Synchronization Settings_______________________________________49
Figure 13 - Barcode & KDC Settings, Symbologies, Data Editing and Scan Options ___53
Figure 14 - KTSync®Confirmation Settings__________________________________________55
Figure 15 – Application Menu _______________________________________________________56
Figure 16 – Application Warning Window ____________________________________________56
Figure 17 – Application Generation Menu ___________________________________________57
Figure 18 – Data Filter Settings_____________________________________________________58
Figure 19 – Master/Slave Application Settings_______________________________________61
Figure 20 – Master/Slave Application Flow Chart ____________________________________62
Figure 21 – Pick/BIN Application Menu _____________________________________________63
Figure 22 – Pick/BIN Application Flow Chart________________________________________64
Figure 23 – DB Lookup Application Menu____________________________________________66
Figure 24 – Inventory Application Menu _____________________________________________67

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LISTING OF TABLES
Table 1 - Features of KDC __________________________________________________________11
Table 2 – Approximate Time to Charge KDC Battery_________________________________24
Table 3 - KDC Menu Options________________________________________________________32
Table 4 - Explanation of LEDs ______________________________________________________41
Table 5 - Troubleshooting Techniques ______________________________________________68
Table 6 - Symbologies Supported by KDC ___________________________________________71
Table 7 - Add-on for EAN-13 Symbology _____________________________________________72
Table 8 - Add-on for EAN-8 Symbology ______________________________________________72
Table 9 - Symbology Conversion ____________________________________________________73
Table 10 - Verification of Optional "Check Digit" ____________________________________74
Table 11 - Transmission of "Check Digit" ___________________________________________74
Table 12 - Resolution of Inconsistencies____________________________________________75
Table 13 - Symbologies Supported by KDC __________________________________________78

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COPYRIGHT, LICENSE, and WARNING PAGE
Copyright2012 by KoamTac, Inc. All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form, or by any electrical or mechanical
means, without permission in writing from KoamTac, Inc. The material in this manual is subject to change
without notices. KoamTac reserves the right to make changes to any product to improve reliability,
function, or design. KoamTac doesn’t assume any product liability arising out of, or in connection with,
the application or use of any product, circuit, or application described herein. Follow all warnings and
instructions marked on manual and units. Use only the power source specified in this manual or marked
on the units.
May be covered under one or more pending and/or US Patents, US Pat. Nos. 7,769,917; 7,954,710;
8,126,399; UK Pending Patent App. No. 1203882.4.
KDC®is a registered trademark and property of KoamTac, Inc.
KoamTac®is a registered trademark and property of KoamTac, Inc.
KTSync®is a registered trademark and property of KoamTac, Inc.
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO ANY TYPE OF MOISTURE. DO
NOT LOOK DIRECTLY INTO LASER OR POINT THE LASER INTO ANOTHER PERSON’S EYES. EXPOSURE
TO THE BEAM MAY CAUSE EYE DAMAGE.
CAUTION:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Regulatory Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limit of a Class B 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:
1. Reorient / Relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit difference from
that to which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Products intended for sale within the European Union are marked with a CE Mark which indicates
compliance to applicable Directives and European Normes (EN), as follows. Amendments to these
Directives or ENs are included: Normes (EN), as follows:
Applicable Directives:
• Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC

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Article 2-1-19, 2.4GHz Wide Band low power data communication system
LARN8-IO2A2402/2480TR0.003F1DG1D79
Laser Compliance.
Complies with US 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to laser notice no.
50,dated June 24, 2007 and IEC 60825-1 (Ed. 2.0)
Complies with IEC60825-1:1993 + A1:1997 + A2:2001
Battery Warning:
- Your device contains a rechargeable NiMH battery. Never throw the battery into a
fire, as that could cause the battery to explode.
- Never short-circuit the battery by bringing the terminals in contact with another
metal object. This could cause personal injury or a fire, and could also damage the
battery.
- Never dispose of used battery with other ordinary solid wastes. Batteries contain
toxic substances.
- Dispose of used battery in accordance with the prevailing community regulations
that apply to the disposal of batteries. Cover the metal terminals with insulating
tape. (This is to prevent accidental short-circuiting).
- Never expose the battery to any liquid.
- Always keep the battery out of reach of infants or small children.
- Never shock the battery by dropping it or throwing it.
- Dispose of a spent or damaged battery promptly.
WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE
USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
Product Disposal
Your device should not be placed in municipal waste. Please check local regulations
for disposal of electronic products.
Bluetooth
Core Specification: 2.1+EDR
Apple
Made for iPhone, Made for iPod, Made for iPad
Samsung
Compatible with Galaxy Series

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1. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing KoamTac’s revolutionary barcode scanner and data collector.
Lightweight and compact, with a user-friendly design and superior functionality, KoamTac’s KDC works
in a variety of portable applications. Use it independently or as an accessory to your PC, PDA, or
smartphone. To find out more about KoamTac, Inc. and our family of products, visit us at
www.koamtac.com.
Table 1 - Features of KDC
FEATURES
KDC100
KDC200
KDC250
KDC300
KDC400
USB CONNECTIONS
2
1
1
1
1
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
SCAN ENGINE
Laser
Laser
Laser
Imager
Laser/
Imager
AUTOMATIC DATA UPLOAD
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
STORES10,000+ BARCODES
YES
YES
YES
YES
No
KTSYNC®SOFTWARE
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
SDK FOR DEVELOPERS
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
SUPPORTS MICROSOFT©
WINDOWS XP, VISTA, 7 &
MOBILE 5.0+
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
ANDROID, BLACKBERRY,
IOS
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
BLUETOOTH
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
GPS
NO
NO
YES
NO
NO

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1.1 KDC Package
The standard KDC package contains:
1. One KDC Barcode Data Collector
2. One USB Cable
3. One Lanyard (KDC100/200/250/300) or One Hand Strap (KDC400)
4. KoamTac Installation CD with
KTSync©for Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, 7 and Mobile 5.0+
KDC Device Driver
User Manual
5. One Protective KDC Rubber Case (KDC100/200/250/300) or One Smartphone Protective
Rubber Case (KDC400)
NOTE: Depending on your region or distributor, package contents may vary.
KDC100/200/250/300 KDC400
Figure 1 – KDC Package

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1.2 KDC Characteristics
Before you use your KDC, please become familiar with its physical characteristics. Refer to Figure 2 and
Figure 3 below which indicate placement of scan and scroll buttons, OLED display, LEDs, and ports on
your KDC. All KDC models are similar except for the KDC100 which includes an additional USB
connector.
KDC100 Barcode Reader and Data Collector
KDC200 / KDC250 / KDC300
Barcode Reader and Data Collector
KDC200
Figure 2 - Characteristics of KDC100

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KDC250/300
KDC400
Figure 4 - Characteristics of KDC200 / KDC250 / KDC300
Figure 3 - Characteristics of KDC200/250/300

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2. INSTALLATION
2.1 KoamTac Installation Wizard
Windows XP
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT KDC TO USB PORT PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
1. Insert KoamTac Installation CD into your computer’s CD drive.
2. Click Start icon then My Computer icon. A listing of devices on your computer will be displayed
including the disk drive containing the KoamTac Installation CD.
3. Click on the KoamTac Installation CD icon then click on the Setup directory. Click on the
PC_Setup.exe file which executes the KTSync Setup Wizard.
NOTES
If KTSync Setup Wizard locates an older version of KTSync on your computer, you will be
prompted to remove the older program before installing the new version. Select Remove
KTSync then click Finish. When removal is complete, click Close. Go to Step 2 to run KTSync
Setup Wizard.
If you have any problems, please refer to the Manual Installation section.
KTSync Setup Wizard
Below are the screen images you will see during the installation of KTSync.
Click Next icon in KTSync Setup Wizard window

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Click Next icon in KTSync Confirm Installation window
Within a few minutes, installation of KTSync will be complete. Click Close icon and wait for the
Device Driver Installation Wizard to load.

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Device Driver Installation Wizard
Below are the screen images you will see during the installation of the KDC Device Driver.
Click Next icon in Device Driver Installation Wizard window
Click Continue Anyway icon in Software Installation Logo testing window
Click Finish icon in Device Driver Installation Wizard window

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Connect KDC to Computer
Using the USB cable included with the KDC, follow the directions below.
Connect the cable’s ultra mini USB connector to the KDC.
Connect the cable’s Type A USB connector to your PC.
Wait until your computer beeps and/or displays the message Found New Hardware.
Found New Hardware Wizard
Select “No, not this time” option in Found New Hardware Wizard and click Next if your PC pops
up the following Found New Hardware Wizard.
Select “Install the software automatically (Recommended)” option in Found New Hardware
Wizard and click Next if your PC pops up the following Found New Hardware Wizard.

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Click Continue Anyway icon in Software Installation Logo testing window
Click Finish icon in Found New Hardware Wizard window
Verify COM Port Address
User can verify installed COM Port in Device Manager

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Vista and Windows 7
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT KDC TO USB PORT PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
1. Insert KoamTac Installation CD into your computer’s CD drive.
2. Click Start icon then My Computer icon. A listing of devices on your computer will be displayed
including the disk drive containing the KoamTac Installation CD.
3. Click on the KoamTac Installation CD icon then click on the Setup directory. Click on the
PC_Setup.exe file which executes the KTSync Setup Wizard.
NOTES
If KTSync Setup Wizard locates an older version of KTSync on your computer, you will be
prompted to remove the older program before installing the new version. Select Remove
KTSync then click Finish. When removal is complete, click Close. Go to Step 2 to run KTSync
Setup Wizard.
If you have any problems, please refer to the Manual Installation section.
KTSync Setup Wizard
Below are the screen images you will see during the installation of KTSync.
Click Next icon in KTSync Setup Wizard window