KoamTac KDC100 User manual

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UserManualKDC100
December,2009
REVISION
2.86F
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TABLEOFCONTENTS
1.1 KDC Package.......................................................................................................................................9
1.2 KDC Characteristics ...........................................................................................................................10
2.1 KoamTac Installation Wizard..............................................................................................................12
Windows XP.........................................................................................................................................12
Vista and Windows 7............................................................................................................................17
Windows Mobile 5.0+...........................................................................................................................20
2.2 Manual Installation..............................................................................................................................22
Windows XP, Vista, and 7....................................................................................................................22
Windows Mobile 5.0+...........................................................................................................................22
3.1 Getting Started....................................................................................................................................23
Attach Neck Strap to KDC....................................................................................................................23
Charge KDC Battery.............................................................................................................................23
Configure KDC .....................................................................................................................................24
3.2 Basics .................................................................................................................................................25
Reading Barcodes................................................................................................................................25
Synchronizing Barcode Data to PC......................................................................................................25
3.3 KDC Menus ........................................................................................................................................26
KDC Mode Menu..................................................................................................................................27
View Data Menu...................................................................................................................................27
Set Barcodes Menu..............................................................................................................................27
Code Options Menu..............................................................................................................................27
Scan Options Menu..............................................................................................................................27
Data Process Menu..............................................................................................................................28
Data Editor Menu..................................................................................................................................29
System Menu........................................................................................................................................30
3.4 LED Status..........................................................................................................................................31
3.5 Empty Battery.....................................................................................................................................31
3.6 Buffer Full ...........................................................................................................................................31
3.7 Reset Feature.....................................................................................................................................32
3.8 Replace Battery..................................................................................................................................33
4.1 KTSync Menu.....................................................................................................................................34
4.2 File Menu............................................................................................................................................37
Connect to KDC....................................................................................................................................37
Synchronize..........................................................................................................................................37
Bluetooth...............................................................................................................................................38
LISTING OF FIGURES...............................................................................................................................5
LISTING OF TABLES................................................................................................................................6
1. INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................................8
2. INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................................................12
3. OPERATING THE KDC .......................................................................................................................23
4. SYNCHRONIZATION...........................................................................................................................34

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4.3 Synchronization Settings....................................................................................................................39
Destination of Data...............................................................................................................................39
Synchronization Methods.....................................................................................................................40
Current KDC Wedge Method................................................................................................................41
Synchronization Options.......................................................................................................................42
Application Options...............................................................................................................................42
4.4 Barcode & KDC Settings....................................................................................................................43
Select Symbologies and Symbology Options.......................................................................................44
Data Editing Option ..............................................................................................................................44
4.5 Others Settings...................................................................................................................................45
4.6 Mobile pKTSync..................................................................................................................................46
5.1 Application Generation .......................................................................................................................48
Generate Application............................................................................................................................48
Data Filter Settings...............................................................................................................................49
Application Download and Execution...................................................................................................51
5.2 Predefined Applications......................................................................................................................52
Master/Slave.........................................................................................................................................52
Pick/Bin.................................................................................................................................................54
DB Lookup Application.........................................................................................................................56
A.1 Symbologies.......................................................................................................................................61
A.2 Code Options .....................................................................................................................................63
Transmission of Start and Stop Characters .........................................................................................63
Reverse Direction.................................................................................................................................63
Symbology Conversion.........................................................................................................................63
Verification of Optional “Check Digit” ...................................................................................................64
Transmission of “Check Digit” ..............................................................................................................64
Resolution of Inconsistencies...............................................................................................................65
A.3 Miscellaneous Barcode Information...................................................................................................66
Height of a Linear Barcode...................................................................................................................66
Check Characters.................................................................................................................................66
Prevent Interleave 2 of 5 Partial Reading.............................................................................................66
Equation to Determining Potential Number of Stored Barcodes..........................................................67
Data Buffer Full.....................................................................................................................................67
B.1 Symbology..........................................................................................................................................68
B.2 Host Interface.....................................................................................................................................69
B.3 Battery................................................................................................................................................69
B.4 Memory ..............................................................................................................................................69
B.5 Programming......................................................................................................................................70
5. APPLICATION GENERATION ............................................................................................................47
6. TROUBLESHOOTING.........................................................................................................................58
7. WARRANTY.........................................................................................................................................59
8. CONTACT INFORMATION..................................................................................................................60
APPENDIX A - BARCODE & SCAN OPTIONS......................................................................................61
APPENDIX B – FAQ................................................................................................................................68

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C.1 Set Symbologies................................................................................................................................71
C.2 Barcode Options ................................................................................................................................74
C.3 Delete Last Scanned Barcode...........................................................................................................76
C.4 Scan Options......................................................................................................................................77
C.5 Scan Timeout.....................................................................................................................................78
C.6 Minimum Barcode Length..................................................................................................................79
C.7 Security Level.....................................................................................................................................82
C.8 Data Process - Wedge/Store.............................................................................................................83
C.9 Data Process - Data Format - Handshake.........................................................................................84
C.10 Data Process - Termination Character ............................................................................................85
C.11 System.............................................................................................................................................86
C.12 Sleep Timeout..................................................................................................................................88
C.13 Function ...........................................................................................................................................89
C.14 Number ............................................................................................................................................90
C.15 Lower Case Alphabet.......................................................................................................................91
C.16 Upper Case Alphabet.......................................................................................................................94
C.17 Control Character.............................................................................................................................97
C.18 Symbol Character ............................................................................................................................98
APPENDIX C - SPECIAL BARCODES...................................................................................................71
APPENDIX C - SPECIAL BARCODES...................................................................................................71
INDEX.....................................................................................................................................................102

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LISTINGOFFIGURES
Figure 1 – KDC Package_______________________________________________________________ 9
Figure 2 - Characteristics of KDC100 ____________________________________________________ 10
Figure 3 - Characteristics of KDC200 - KDC200P - KDC300 __________________________________ 11
Figure 4 - Location of Scroll Buttons _____________________________________________________ 24
Figure 5 - KDC Display _______________________________________________________________ 25
Figure 6 - Reset Function for KDC200 - KDC200P - KDC300__________________________________ 32
Figure 7 - Reset Function of KDC100 ____________________________________________________ 32
Figure 8 - KTSync®Synchronizer Menu __________________________________________________ 34
Figure 9 – File Menu _________________________________________________________________ 35
Figure 10 – Setting Menu _____________________________________________________________ 35
Figure 11 – Application Menu __________________________________________________________ 36
Figure 12 – About Menu ______________________________________________________________ 36
Figure 13 - COM Port Selection for KDC__________________________________________________ 37
Figure 14 - Bluetooth Device Registry____________________________________________________ 38
Figure 15 - KTSync®Synchronization Settings _____________________________________________ 39
Figure 16 - Barcode & KDC Settings, Symbologies, Data Editing and Scan Options ________________ 43
Figure 17 - KTSync®Confirmation Settings________________________________________________ 45
Figure 18 – Mobile pKTSync ___________________________________________________________ 46
Figure 19 – Application Menu __________________________________________________________ 47
Figure 20 – Application Warning Window _________________________________________________ 47
Figure 21 – Application Generation Menu_________________________________________________ 48
Figure 22 – Data Filter Settings_________________________________________________________ 49
Figure 23 – Master/Slave Application Settings _____________________________________________ 52
Figure 24 – Master/Slave Application Flow Chart ___________________________________________ 53
Figure 25 – Pick/BIN Application Menu __________________________________________________ 54
Figure 26 – Pick/BIN Application Flow Chart ______________________________________________ 55
Figure 27 – DB Lookup Application Menu _________________________________________________ 57

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LISTINGOFTAB LE S
Table 1 - Features of KDC______________________________________________________________ 8
Table 2 – Approximate Time to Charge KDC Battery ________________________________________ 23
Table 3 - KDC Menu Options___________________________________________________________ 26
Table 4 – Factory Default Settings for KDC100_____________________________________________ 30
Table 5 - Explanation of LEDs__________________________________________________________ 31
Table 6 - Troubleshooting Techniques ___________________________________________________ 58
Table 7 - Symbologies Supported by KDC ________________________________________________ 61
Table 8 - Add-on for EAN-13 Symbology__________________________________________________ 62
Table 9 - Add-on for EAN-8 Symbology___________________________________________________ 62
Table 10 - Symbology Conversion_______________________________________________________ 63
Table 11 - Verification of Optional "Check Digit" ____________________________________________ 64
Table 12 - Transmission of "Check Digit" _________________________________________________ 64
Table 13 - Resolution of Inconsistencies__________________________________________________ 65
Table 14 - Symbologies Supported by KDC _______________________________________________ 68

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COPYRIGHT, LICENSE, and WARNING PAGE
Copyright©2009 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.
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.
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.
INFORMATION TO USER:
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:
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

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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 KDC200P KDC300
USB CONNECTIONS 2 1 1 1
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY YES YES YES YES
SCAN ENGINE Laser Laser Laser Imager
AUTOMATIC DATA UPLOAD YES YES YES YES
STORES 10,000+ BARCODES YES YES YES YES
KTSYNC®SOFTWARE YES YES YES YES
SDK FOR DEVELOPERS YES YES YES YES
SUPPORTS MICROSOFT©
WINDOWS XP, VISTA, 7 &
MOBILE 5.0+ YES YES YES YES
BLUETOOTH ENABLED NO YES YES YES

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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 Neck Strap
4. KoamTac Installation CD with
zKTSync© for Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, 7 and Mobile 5.0+
zKDC Device Driver
zUser Manual
5. One Protective Rubber Case (Optional)
NOTE: Depending on your region or distributor, package contents may vary.
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 - KDC200P - KDC300
Barcode Reader and Data Collector
(KDC200, KDC200P)
Figure 2 - Characteristics of KDC100

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(KDC300)
Figure 3 - Characteristics of KDC200 - KDC200P - KDC300

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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 display
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.
zClick Next icon in KTSync Setup Wizard window

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zClick Next icon in KTSync Confirm Installation window
•Within a few minutes, installation of KTSync is 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.
zClick Next icon in Device Driver Installation Wizard window
zClick Continue Anyway icon in Software Installation Logo testing window
zClick 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.
zConnect the cable’s ultra mini USB connector to the KDC.
zConnect the cable’s Type A USB connector to your PC.
zWait until your computer beeps and/or displays the message Found New Hardware.
Found New Hardware Wizard
zSelect “No, not this time” option in Found New Hardware Wizard and click Next if your PC pops
up the following Found New Hardware Wizard.
zSelect “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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zClick Continue Anyway icon in Software Installation Logo testing window
zClick Finish icon in Found New Hardware Wizard window
Verify COM Port Address
zUser 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 display
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.
zClick Next icon in KTSync Setup Wizard window

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zClick Next icon in KTSync Confirm Installation window
zClick Close icon in KTSync Installation Complete window and wait for Device Driver Installation
Wizard
zClick Install this driver software anyway in Windows Security window

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zClick Finish icon in Device Driver Installation Wizard window
Connect KDC to Computer
Using the USB cable included with the KDC, follow the directions below.
zConnect ultra mini USB connector to the KDC.
zConnect Type A USB connector to your PC.
zWait until your computer beeps and/or displays the message Found New Hardware.
Verify COM Port Address
zUser can verify installed COM Port in Device Manager

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Windows Mobile 5.0+
WARNING: PLEASE CONNECT PDA TO PC PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
1. PC_Setup.exe creates Mobile_Setup.exe file under C:\Program Files\KoamTac\KTSync\Windows.Mobile
directory
2. Execute Mobile_Setup.exe
zSelect Windows Mobile version to install.
zClick Next icon.