KoamTac KDC20 User manual

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KDC20
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KDC20
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Contents
Product Introduction ............................................................................................................................................. 2
1.1 KDC20 Diagram ............................................................................................................................................. 2
1.2 How to turn on and off .................................................................................................................................. 2
Bluetooth Pairing................................................................................................................................................... 3
Usage...................................................................................................................................................................... 4
3.1 Using Keyboard Wedge (HID Keyboard) ..................................................................................................... 4
3.2 Using KTSync – Android/iOS ........................................................................................................................ 4
3.3 Using KTSync Keyboard – Android............................................................................................................... 5
3.4 Using KTSync Keyboard – iOS ...................................................................................................................... 6
3.5 Using other Developed Applications with SDK – Android/iOS ................................................................. 7
Product Specifications........................................................................................................................................... 8

KDC20
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Product Introduction
The KDC20 Bluetooth barcode scanner is an ultra-lightweight and compact 1D CCD and laser data collector.
1.1 KDC20 Diagram
1.2 How to turn on and off
Refer to the figure in section 1.1 to locate the SCAN and DOWN buttons.
a) Press SCAN and DOWN buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds.
b) The KDC will beep when it is turned ON.

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Bluetooth Pairing
Connecting your KDC using Bluetooth is made easy with the below pairing barcodes. If you are unsure which
profile is right for you, please visit www.koamtac.com for more information.
1. Navigate to the Bluetooth setting on the host PC, Mac, Smartphone, or Tablet.
2. Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled on the host device and searching for devices.
3. Using the KDC, scan the pairing barcode that corresponds to your desired Bluetooth
profile. If you are unsure which Bluetooth profile is right for you, please refer to the
previous panel.
4. Check the list of available Bluetooth devices on your host device.
5. From the list, select KDC20 listed by serial number in brackets that matches the serial
number found on the back side of the KDC20.
6. In HID mode, KDC20 is now ready to use.
7. To complete connection in SPP/MFi mode, launch KTSync or your application and
select KDC20.
* The KDC20 will beep when successfully connected.
Andr oid, Mac, W i ndows: HID Normal
SPP & MFi
iOS: HID iOS

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Usage
3.1 Using Keyboard Wedge (HID Keyboard)
This option is only available using Bluetooth connection with HID profile.
Once the KDC is paired with the host, open any application with a text field and tap on the text field. Scan any
barcode and it will populate in the text field.
3.2 Using KTSync – Android/iOS
You can use KTSync to utilize your KDC alone or with a native application. This is only available using
Bluetooth connection with SPP (Android) or MFi (iOS).
a) Download and install KTSync from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.
b) Open KTSync and tap on the “Connect” option on the bottom left to view a list of available devices.
(Fig. 1)
c) From the device list, select your KDC – ensuring that the serial number displayed in brackets matches
the serial number on the back of your KDC. (Fig. 2)
d) Upon successful connection, KTSync will display “Connected” next to the name of your KDC at the top
of the application. (Fig. 3)
e) To test your connection, scan any barcode. If the connection is successful, the barcode data will display
on the screen. (Fig. 3)
< Fig. 1 > < Fig. 2 > < Fig. 3 >

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3.3 Using KTSync Keyboard – Android
Once the KDC20 is connected to KTSync, you can use the KDC20 as a keyboard.
a) While KTSync is running in the background, navigate to Settings > Language & Input > Virtual
Keyboard > Manage keyboards
b) Tap on “KTSync Keyboard” to enable it.
c) Change “KTSync Keyboard” to the default keyboard. (Fig. 4)
To switch back to the previous keyboard, simply change the default keyboard again. Or, when a text field is
selected swipe down from the top of the screen to bring up the notification panel. Select ‘choose input
method’ and you can select the default keyboard from here. (Fig. 5)
< Fig. 4 > < Fig. 5 >

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3.4 Using KTSync Keyboard – iOS
Once the KDC20 is connected to KTSync, you can use the KDC20 as a keyboard.
a) Navigate to the iPhone/iPad/iPod Settings > General > Keyboard > Keyboards > Add New Keyboard...
> Select the KTSync keyboard to be added. (Fig. 6)
b) Select the KTSync Keyboard and toggle the switch to Allow Full Access. (Fig. 7)
< Fig. 6 > < Fig. 7 >
c) Open the application you want to scan into and tap on the screen, so the on-screen keyboard appears.
d) Press and hold the globe icon located to the left of the spacebar.
e) Select the KTSync Keyboard and begin scanning. (Fig. 8)
< Fig. 8 >
Note: The KDC must be connected to KTSync & the KTSync keyboard must be selected for this to work.

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3.5 Using other Developed Applications with SDK – Android/iOS
A Software Development Kit (SDK) for Android
and iOS is available to all KOAMTAC
customers to ensure smooth development of
applications that work seamlessly with a KDC
scanner. It’s easy to request the SDK from the
KOAMTAC website:
a) On any web browser, open
www.koamtac.com
b) Navigate to SUPPORT > Downloads > SDK
c) Complete the form and submit it.
After submission, a KOAMTAC representative
will reach out regarding next steps for
completing the SDK Agreement.
The SDK package will have libraries, documents,
a sample application, and its source code.

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Product Specifications
Physical
Design
Ultra-Compact Bluetooth Barcode Scanner
Size 1.50” x 2.40” x 0.56”
(38 mm x 61 mm x 14.25 mm)
Weight
1.25 oz (35.5 g)
Functionality
Supporting OS
Android / iOS / Mac OS X / Windows
CPU
ARM7, 32 bits
Keys
Scan Key, Up Key, Down Key, Delete Key
Buzzer
Yes
LED Indicator
1 Tri-color LED (Red / Amber / Green)
USB Port
1 Swing-out USB Connector
Memory
RAM
SDRAM 64KB
ROM
Internal Flash ROM 256KB
Barcode Storage
8,000 Barcodes (EAN-13)
Power
Battery (Standard)
200 mAh Lithium-polymer
Charging Solution
Swing-out USB Connector
Charging Time
2 Hours
Communication
Bluetooth
V2.1+EDR, Class2, HID/SPP/MFi
USB USB to Serial (Swing-out USB Type A connector)
Barcode Reader
1D Laser
Yes (KDC20, KDC20i)
1D CCD
Yes (KDC20L-D, KDC20Li-D)
# of scans per charge
(1 sec interval)
Laser: >11,000
CCD: >9,000
# of scans per charge
(10 sec interval)
Laser: >4,000
CCD: >2,500
Scan Range
(10mil Code39)
Laser: 1.97” to 7.48” (50 to 190 mm)
CCD: 2.17” to 11.81” (55 to 300 mm)
Screen Reading
Laser: No
CCD: Yes
Postal Codes / OCR
Passport
No
Environment
Drop Spec
4 ft (1.22 m)
IP Rating
IP42
Operating Temp.
32˚F to 113˚F (0˚C to 45˚C)
Storage Temp.
-4 ˚F to +113 ˚F (-20 ˚C to +45 ˚C)
Humidity Spec
5% ~ 85% (non-condensing)
Regulatory
Conformance
Laser Safety
IEC60825/CDRH Class II
LED Safety
IEC62471:2006
Regulatory
R&TTE, FCC, KC, TELEC, VCCI, RoHS Compliant
Accessories
7-slot Charging Cradle
Yes
Protective Boot
Yes