KoamTac KDC480 Series User manual

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Contents
Product Introduction ............................................................................................................................................. 2
1.1 KDC480/485 Diagram.................................................................................................................................... 2
1.2 How to turn on and off .................................................................................................................................. 2
Bluetooth Pairing................................................................................................................................................... 3
2.1 Bluetooth Profiles Explained......................................................................................................................... 3
2.2Pairing a KDC480/485 to your smart device ................................................................................................ 3
2.3 Bluetooth Pairing a KDC480-BLE/485-BLE to your smart device with special barcodes ......................... 4
Usage...................................................................................................................................................................... 6
3.1 Using Keyboard Wedge (HID Keyboard) ..................................................................................................... 6
3.2 Using KTSync – Android/iOS ........................................................................................................................ 6
3.3 Using KTSync Keyboard – Android............................................................................................................... 7
3.4 Using KTSync Keyboard – iOS ...................................................................................................................... 8
3.5Using other developed applications with SDK – Android/iOS................................................................... 9
Product Specifications......................................................................................................................................... 10

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Product Introduction
The KDC480 Bluetooth barcode scanner is available with 1D Laser, 1D CCD, or 2D Imager scan engines.
The KDC485 Bluetooth barcode scanner is available with an angled 1D Laser or 2D Imager scan engines.
1.1 KDC480/485 Diagram
*KDC485 is identical with the exception of an angled scan window
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 5 seconds.
b) The KDC will beep when it is turned ON.
* 2017/2018/early 2019 versions of KDC480 turn on upon pressing scan button.

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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.
2.1 Bluetooth Profiles Explained
a. HID Profile: Allows one-way Bluetooth communication with an Android or iOS host
device. The KDC only transmits data to the host device.
b. SPP Profile: Allows two-way Bluetooth communication. The KDC transmits data to the
host device and the host device can transmit data back to the KDC.
c. HID Windows Profile: Allows one-way Bluetooth communication with Windows host
device. The KDC only transmits data to the host device.
Note:HID inputs data directly into an application. SPP requires the KOAMTAC SDK to
input data into an application. To gain access to the SDK, please complete the form here:
https://www.koamtac.com/sdk/
2.2 Pairing a KDC480/485 to your smart device
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.
Andr oid, Mac, W indows: HID Normal
SPP & MFi
iOS: HID iOS

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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 KDC480/485 listed by serial number in brackets that matches the
serial number found on the back side of the KDC480/485.
6. In HID mode, KDC480/485 is now ready to use.
7. To complete connection in SPP/MFi mode, launch KTSync or your application and
select KDC480/485.
* The KDC480/485 will beep when successfully connected.
2.3 Bluetooth Pairing a KDC480-BLE/485-BLE to your smart device with special barcodes
Bluetooth Profile & Pairing
#1. HID-BLE & Pairing (Android, iOS, Mac)
#2. HID-Windows & Pairing (Windows)
#3. SPP-BLE & Pairing (Android, iOS, Mac, Windows)
a. Navigate to the Bluetooth setting on the host device and ensure that Bluetooth is both
enabled and searching for devices.
b. Using the KDC, scan the pairing barcode above that corresponds to your desired
Bluetooth profile. If you are unsure which Bluetooth profile is right for you, please refer
to Chapter section 2.1.

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•If you use an Android, iOS, or Mac device and desire an HID connection, then scan
barcode #1 above.
•If you use a Windows device and desire an HID connection, then scan barcode #2
above.
•If you desire an SPP connection for any device, then scan barcode #3 above.
c. In HID or HID Windows Profile, check the list of available Bluetooth devices on your host
device. From the list, select the KDC480-BLE/485-BLE listed by serial number in brackets
that matches the serial number found on the back side of the KDC480-BLE/485-BLE.
KDC480-BLE/485-BLE will beep upon connection and display “Bluetooth Connected” on
its screen. Now it is ready to use.
d. In SPP Profile for non-iOS, check the list of available Bluetooth devices on your host
device. From the list, select the KDC480-BLE/485-BLE listed by serial number in brackets
that matches the serial number found on the back side of the KDC480-BLE/485-BLE.
KDC480-BLE/485-BLE will beep upon connection and display “Bluetooth Connected” on
its screen, but you should launch KTSync or your application and select KDC480-BLE/485-
BLE within the application to complete the connection. Now it is ready to use.
In SPP Profile for iOS, the KDC is NOT listed on your host device, so you should launch KTSync or your
application and select the KDC480-BLE/485-BLE listed by serial number in brackets that matches the serial
number found on the back side of the KDC480-BLE/485-BLE. KDC480-BLE/485-BLE will beep upon connection
and display “Bluetooth Connected” on its screen. Now it is ready to use.

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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 USB OTG
(Android), Serial (iOS), or Bluetooth connection with SPP or MFi.
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 your KDC is connected to KTSync, you can use your KDC 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 your KDC is connected to KTSync, you can use your KDC 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 Standard SmartSled
Size
KDC480: 2.56" x 4.13" x 0.62"
(65 mm x 105 mm x 15.8 mm)
KDC485
: 2.56" x 4.13" x 0.94"
(65 mm x 105 mm x 24 mm)
Weight w/ battery
KDC480: 3.07 oz (87g)
KDC485: 3.1 oz (88 g)
Functionality
Supporting OS Android / iOS / Mac OS X / Windows
CPU ARM7, 32 bits
Keys 2 SCAN(READ) Keys, UP Key, Down Key
Buzzer Yes
LED Indicator 1 Tri-color LED (Red / Amber / Green)
USB Port USB-C Port
Memory
RAM 64KB
ROM
Internal Flash ROM 256KB
External Flash ROM 8MB
Barcode/RFID Storage
409,600 Barcodes (EAN-13) or
409,600 RFID tags (in case of 12 bytes of EPC Data)
Power
Battery (Standard) 1100 mAh Lithium-Ion
Battery Pack Field Replaceable Hard Pack
Extended Battery 2,000 mAh (Optional)
Charging Solution USB-C Port, Charging Cradle (POGO, Optional)
Simultaneous Charging
(KDC & Host) Yes
Charging Time (KDC)
4 Hours
Communication
Bluetooth
V2.1+EDR, Class2, HID/SPP/MFi (Classic Models)
Or, BLE4.1 HID/SPP (BLE Models)
USB USB HID,
USB Serial (Android with OTG cable / Windows)
Serial Serial (iOS)
Barcode Reader
1D Laser Yes (KDC480L / KDC485S)
1D CCD Yes (KDC480D)
2D Imager
Yes (KDC480C / KDC485H)
# of scans
(1 sec interval)
Laser > 60,000
CCD > 50,000
Imager > 25,000

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# of scans
(10 sec interval)
Laser > 20,000
CCD > 15,000
Imager > 10,000
Scan Range
(20mil Code39)
Laser (L): 1.97” to 18.11” (50 to 460 mm)
Laser(S): 1.40” to 52.00” (30 to 1320 mm)
CCD (D): 1.97” to 18.11” (50 to 460 mm)
Imager (C): 2.36” to 18.35” (60 to 466 mm)
Imager (H): 1.73” to 31.50” (44 to 800 mm)
Screen Reading Yes (KDC480D, KDC480C, KDC485H)
Postal Codes / OCR
Passport
KDC480C: Yes / MRZ Supported
KDC485H: Yes / No
Companions
RFID (HF Reader)
Optional
RFID (UHF Reader) Optional (0.5W, 1.0W)
Magnetic Strip Reader
Optional
Chip-and-PIN (EMV)
Optional
Extended Battery Pack
(2,000 mAh) Optional
Pistol Grip Optional
Environment
Drop Spec
5 ft (1.5 m)
Tumble (Height: 0.5m)
500 cycles (1000 drops)
IP Rating IP65
Operating Temp.
-4 ˚F ~ +122 ˚F (-20 ˚C ~ +50 ˚C)
Storage Temp.
-4 ˚F ~ +140 ˚F (-20 ˚C ~ +60 ˚C)
Humidity Spec 5% ~ 95% (non-condensing)
Regulatory
Conformance
Laser Safety
IEC60825/CDRH Class II
LED Safety
IEC62471:2006
Regulatory
RED, R&TTE, FCC, KC, J-MIC, VCCI, SRRC, RoHS
Compliant
Accessories
Hand Strap
Yes
USB Cable
Yes (USB-C)
1-slot Charging Cradle
Yes
4-slot Charging Cradle
Yes
Supporting Case
(Integrated Custom Case)
Galaxy XCover4 / Tab Active 2,
Apple iPod Touch 5/6G/ iPhone 7/8 Plus
Supporting Case
(Universal Case)
All Cases