Makita BPS01 User manual

Battery Timer Setting Adapter
ENGLISH (Original instructions)
IMPORTANT: Read Before Using.
BPS01
• Non-EnglishversionsofoperatinginstructionlesareincludedinthesuppliedCD-ROM.

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WHATYOUCANDOWITHTHEBPS01
The Battery Timer Setting Adapter (hereinafter referred
to as “adapter” in this document) provides an antitheft
solution for Makita-brand battery cartridges by utilizing
the mobile devices or PCs (with the dedicated app
installed) required for timer setup.
Expirationtime/datesettingfeature
An expiration time/date can be set to battery cartridges
according to a construction schedule so that the cartridges
are not usable after the construction is nished.
PINcodeauthenticationfeature
A PIN code security feature is provided to prevent
unauthorized changes to the timer settings.
IDENTIFICATIONOFPARTS
1. Battery cartridge port
2. Registration lamp
3. Warning lamp
4. Timer lamp
5. NFC contact point
6. Operation mode switch
: Timer mode
/ : Communication mode
: Registration mode
7. USB port (micro-B type)
8. Installation screw holes
9. Battery compartment cover
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Conrmationfeatureforadapterand
batterycartridgesettings
You can conrm the settings for the adapter and battery
cartridge using the mobile/PC app.
Applicablelithium-ionbatterycartridges
BL1830B, BL1850B, BL1430B, and other battery
cartridges with model numbers ending in “B” or “C”
Flowchart
1. Install the adapter to a job site box, etc.
2. Install the app.
Mobile app for Android smartphones, etc.
or
PC app for Windows computers
3. Register a PIN code and a user name.
Register a PIN code and a user name
to the adapter.
Attach a battery cartridge to the adapter
to register the PIN code and user name
to the battery cartridge.
4. Set an expiration time/date.
Set an expiration time/date to the adapter.
Attach a battery cartridge to the adapter
to set the expiration time/date
to the battery cartridge.
NOTE: The BPS01 cannot be used with an iPhone
or Mac.

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SUPPLIED
ACCESSORIES
Check that the items in the following list are included in
the package.
• Coin cell (CR2450) battery (x1, pre-installed)
• Spanners (x4)
• Spanner bit (x1)
• Instruction manual (x1)
• Quick start guide (x1)
• CD-ROM (x1, incl. Instruction manual and PC app)
IMPORTANTSAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic
precautionsshouldalwaysbefollowed,including
thefollowing:
This device is not suitable for use in locations where
children may be present.
CAUTION:Donotingestthebattery.
This product contains a coin cell battery. If the coin
cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal
burns in just 2 hours and lead to death. This device
is not suitable for use in locations where children
may be present. Keep new and used coin cell
batteries away from children. If the coin cell battery
compartment does not close securely, discontinue
use of the product and keep it away from children.
If you suspect that a child may have swallowed or
ingested a coin cell battery, seek immediate medical
attention.
• Do not disassemble the adapter.
• Do not expose the adapter to rain or snow.
• Do not install the adapter in locations higher than
2 m.
• Do not apply heat to coin cell batteries or expose
them to re.
• Do not leave coin cell batteries in an extremely high-
temperature environment.
• Do not disassemble the coin cell battery.
• Do not solder the coin cell battery.
• Do not short-circuit the terminals of the coin cell
battery.
• Do not use any other type of coin cell battery than
specied.
• Do not place the coin cell battery inside a pocket,
bag, etc. together with any small metal objects (such
as keys, coins, or necklaces).
• Do not mechanically crush or cut the coin cell
battery when disposing of it.
• Install the coin cell battery properly as indicated in
the instruction manual.
• If electrolyte leaks out, thoroughly wipe it off the coin
cell battery compartment, and then install a new
coin cell battery.
• In the event that any parts of your body come
into contact with leaking electrolyte, rinse them
thoroughly with water.
READALLINSTRUCTIONS
BEFOREUSINGTHIS
APPLIANCE.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS.
SYMBOLS
Read instruction manual.
Li-ion
Li-ion
Only for EU countries
Do not dispose of electric equipment or
battery pack together with household waste
material!
In observance of the European Directives,
on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment
and Batteries and Accumulators and Waste
Batteries and Accumulators and their
implementation in accordance with national
laws, electric equipment and batteries and
battery pack(s) that have reached the end
of their life must be collected separately and
returned to an environmentally compatible
recycling facility.

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PRIORTOUSE
Installingtheadapter
The adapter can be installed to a board (up to 8 mm or
5/16 in. in thickness) such as the inner wall of a job site
box using the supplied spanners.
Make four installation holes with a diameter of 7 mm
(9/32 in.) on a board to form the corners of a rectangle
114 mm (4-1/2 in.) high and 57 mm (2-1/4 in.) across.
Secure the adapter using the four spanners (a) and the
spanner bit supplied with the adapter.
Installingthemobileapp
Supportedmobiledevices
Mobile device NFC-enabled Android devices
OS Android 4.2 or later
Note that support for all NFC-enabled Android devices
is not guaranteed.
Installingthemobileapp
The app is only downloadable from the Google Play
Store. A Google account is needed to use the Google
Play Store.
NOTE: The mobile device must be connected to a
cellular network or Wi-Fi network.
NOTE: Be sure to enable Wi-Fi when connecting to a
Wi-Fi network in a Wi-Fi enabled area.
1. Go to the Google account sign-in page and create
a Google account. (If you already have a Google
account, skip this step.)
NOTICE: Read the Terms of Service and Privacy
Policy before creating a Google account. Makita
Corporation is not responsible for damages resulting
from the creation or use of a Google account.
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7 mm
(9/32 in.) dia.
114 mm
(4-1/2 in.)
57 mm
(2-1/4 in.)
Up to 8 mm
(5/16 in.)
1.
2. Tap “Play Store” on your device to sign in to the
Google Play Store. 2.

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InstallingthePCapp
Systemrequirements
The PC must satisfy the following requirements to use
the app.
OS Windows 7, Windows 8, or
Windows 8.1
Processor x86 or x64
Display resolution 1366 x 768 or higher
Available disk space 4 GB or more
InstallingthePCapp
NOTE: Installation must be performed by a user with
administrator privileges.
1. Load the CD-ROM in the disc drive and click “Install
Makita Timer.”
1.
3. Tap “APPS” and search for “Makita Timer.” 3.
4. Tap “INSTALL” on the app installation page to
install. A “Makita Timer” icon will be created on the
home screen.
4.
2. Click “Next.” 2.

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6. When installation is complete, click “Finish.”
A “Makita Timer” shortcut will be created on the
desktop.
6.
4. Conrm the destination folder and click “Next.” 4.
5. Click “Install.” 5.
3. Read and conrm the License Agreement. Select “I
accept the terms in the license agreement” and then
click “Next.”
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Installingtheadapterdriver
1. Connect the adapter to the PC using a USB cable.
The adapter driver will be automatically installed.
1.
3. If it was not installed successfully, “USB Serial Port”
will appear under “Other devices.” In this case, right-
click on “USB Serial Port” and select “Update Driver
Software.”
3.
2. Open Control Panel and click System and Security.
Under System, click on Device Manager and check
whether the “USB Serial Port” has been installed
successfully under “Ports (COM & LPT).”
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4. Select “Browse my computer for driver software.” 4.
5. Click “Browse.” Select the “Makita Timer” folder. And
then click “Next.”
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OPERATION
NOTE: Be sure to make the necessary preparations
(see “PRIOR TO USE”) before performing the
following procedures.
InterfacesforthemobiledeviceandPC
apps
In this document, interfaces from the mobile device
app (a) are used for explanations, as the interfaces
are mostly the same in the apps for both devices. In
addition, if you are using the PC app (b), read “tap” and
“home screen” in the explanations in this document as
“click” and “desktop” instead.
: The adapter and the PC are connected.
: The adapter and the PC are not connected.
RegisteringaPINcodeand
user name
1. If using the PC app, connect the adapter to the PC
using a USB cable.
NOTE: Make sure the icon is displayed on the
title bar.
a b
1.
2. Set the operation mode switch to the / position. 2.
3. Tap (or if launching the PC app, double click) the
app icon on the home screen.
The app will display a splash screen while loading,
and then the “Home Menu” screen will appear.
NOTE: Tap “Close App” to close the app.
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5. Tap the text box and enter a 4-digit code in the
“Registration Cross PIN” eld.
NOTE: The initial code is “0000.”
NOTE: Select the “Show PIN” check box to display
the entered code.
NOTE: A PIN code must be set per adapter, not per
battery cartridge.
NOTE: “Cross” refers to the cross-check of the PIN
code conducted between the adapter and battery
cartridge.
NOTICE: Do not forget the PIN code as you will be
unable to change the settings.
6. Change the PIN code and enter a user name.
Enter a new code (if needed)
a. Toggle the “NO/YES” switch to “YES.”
b. Tap the text box and enter a new 4-digit code.
Enter a user name (if needed)
c. Toggle the “NO/YES” switch to “YES.”
d. Tap the text box and enter a user name.
NOTE: The user name can be up to 10 alphanumeric
characters.
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c
b
d
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c
b
d
4. Tap “Registration Data Setting.” 4.

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7. Tap “Transmit” to update the settings on the adapter. 7.
8. Start communications.
On a mobile device
Hold the mobile device closely to the adapter so
that the / mark on the mobile device is facing
the NFC contact point.
The adapter will beep when the transmission is
completed successfully.
NOTE: Enable NFC in the settings on your mobile
device. For more information on the settings, see the
manual that came with the mobile device.
NOTE: To establish contactless communication, the
distance between the mobile device and the NFC
contact point on the adapter should be less than 1 cm
(1/2 in.).
NOTE: If a communication error occurs, an error
message will appear on the app screen.
On a PC
The adapter will beep when the transmission is
completed successfully.
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9. Set the operation mode switch to the position. 9.
10. Attach a battery cartridge to the adapter.
CAUTION: When installing battery cartridges, be
careful not to get your ngers caught between the
adapter and the battery cartridge.
Align the groove (a) on the battery cartridge with the
tongue (b) on the adapter and slide the cartridge
into place. Insert the battery cartridge all the way in
until it locks in place with a small click.
NOTICE: If you can see the red indicator (c) on the
upper side of the release button, the battery cartridge
is not completely locked.
The Registration lamp will light up and the
adapter will beep when the transmission is
completed successfully.
NOTE: Do not detach the battery cartridge before the
adapter stops beeping.
NOTE: If the PIN codes set for the adapter and the
battery cartridge are not identical, the Warning
lamp will ash and the settings will not be updated.
To transmit the same settings to other battery
cartridges
If necessary settings are saved to the adapter in
advance, the settings can be transmitted to battery
cartridges without using a mobile device or PC. For
details, see “Updating the battery cartridge settings
without using the apps.”
To detach the battery cartridge
Slide the battery cartridge from the battery dock
while pressing the release button on the cartridge.
NOTE: To return to the “Home Menu” screen, tap
“BACK” twice.
a
b
c
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Settingthetimer
There are three ways to set an expiration time (by day
of the week/time, by time, and by date).
NOTE: Battery cartridges with a set expiration time
may still be usable after the cartridge has expired (the
expiration time may be extended by up to 10%).
1. If using the PC app, connect the adapter to the PC
using a USB cable.
NOTE: Make sure the icon is displayed on the
title bar.
1.
3. Tap (or if launching the PC app, double click) the
app icon on the home screen.
The app will display a splash screen while loading,
and then the “Home Menu” screen will appear.
NOTE: Tap “Close App” to close the app.
3.
4. Tap “Timer Setting.” 4.
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5. Tap the text box and enter the same 4-digit code set
for the battery cartridges to be updated in the “Timer
Cross PIN” eld.
NOTE: The initial code is “0000.”
NOTE: Select the “Show PIN” check box to display
the entered code.
NOTE: “Cross” refers to the cross-check of the PIN
code conducted between the adapter and battery
cartridge.
6. Change the expiration time.
a. Specify a day of the week and time
Tap the day/time option and then tap the day-of-
the-week text box. Select a day from the list that
appears. Tap the time text box. Select a time from
the list that appears and then proceed to Step 8.
You can set a time from 0:00 to 21:00 in increments
of 3:00.
b. Specify a time
Tap the “Hours remaining” option and then tap the
text box. Enter an integer value for the hour, and
then proceed to Step 8.
c. Specify a date
Tap the “Set date” option. Tap the text box and then
proceed to Step 7.
Cancel the timer
Tap the “Timer Cancel” option.
7. Tap a date (a) on the calendar and then tap “OK”
(b).
The expiration time will be set to 0:00 AM on the day
after the selected date.
To cancel your selection, tap “CANCEL.”
The app will return to the previous screen.
NOTE: You can select a date between today and 2
years from now.
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6.
a
b
c
a
b
c
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8. Tap “Transmit” to update the settings on the adapter. 8.
9. Start communications.
On a mobile device
Hold the mobile device closely to the adapter so
that the / mark on the mobile device is facing
the NFC contact point.
The adapter will beep when the transmission is
completed successfully.
NOTE: Enable NFC in the settings on your mobile
device. For more information on the settings, see the
manual that came with the mobile device.
NOTE: To establish contactless communication, the
distance between the mobile device and the NFC
contact point on the adapter should be less than 1 cm
(1/2 in.).
NOTE: If a communication error occurs, an error
message will appear on the app screen.
On a PC
The adapter will beep when the transmission is
completed successfully.
10. Set the operation mode switch to the position.
9.
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11. Attach a battery cartridge to the adapter.
CAUTION: When installing battery cartridges, be
careful not to get your ngers caught between the
adapter and the battery cartridge.
Align the groove (a) on the battery cartridge with the
tongue (b) on the adapter and slide the cartridge
into place. Insert the battery cartridge all the way in
until it locks in place with a small click.
NOTICE: If you can see the red indicator (c) on the
upper side of the release button, the battery cartridge
is not completely locked.
The Timer lamp lights up and the adapter
will beep when the transmission is completed
successfully.
NOTE: Do not detach the battery cartridge before the
adapter stops beeping.
NOTE: If the PIN codes set for the adapter and the
battery cartridge are not identical, the Warning
lamp will ash and the settings will not be updated.
To transmit the same settings to other battery
cartridges
If necessary settings are saved to the adapter in
advance, the settings can be transmitted to battery
cartridges without using a mobile device or PC. For
details, see “Updating the battery cartridge settings
without using the apps.”
To detach the battery cartridge
Slide battery cartridge from the battery dock while
pressing the release button on the cartridge.
NOTE: To return to the “Home Menu” screen, tap
“BACK” twice.
a
b
c
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Checkingthesettingsofthe
batterycartridgeortheadapter
NOTICE: You can check whether the battery cartridge
has expired by pressing the button (b) on the
cartridge. If the battery cartridge is past its expiration
date, all segments of the level indicator (a) will ash. a
b
NOTE: If the battery cartridge will expire in
approximately one hour, all segments of the level
indicator (a) on the battery cartridge ash.
1. If using the PC app, connect the adapter to the PC
using a USB cable.
NOTE: Make sure the icon is displayed on the
title bar.
1.
3. Attach a battery cartridge to the adapter.
CAUTION: When installing battery cartridges, be
careful not to get your ngers caught between the
adapter and the battery cartridge.
Align the groove (a) on the battery cartridge with the
tongue (b) on the adapter and slide the cartridge
into place. Insert the battery cartridge all the way in
until it locks in place with a small click.
NOTICE: If you can see the red indicator (c) on the
upper side of the release button, the battery cartridge
is not completely locked.
4. Tap (or if launching the PC app, double click) the
app icon on the home screen.
The app will display a splash screen while loading,
and then the “Home Menu” screen will appear.
NOTE: Tap “Close App” to close the app.
a
b
c
3.
4.
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5. Tap “Read Setting Status.” 5.
6. Select the unit to be checked.
a. If checking the settings of the battery
cartridge
Tap “Battery Status.”
b. If checking the conguration of the adapter
Tap “Adapter Conguration.”
6.
a
b
a
b
7. Start communications.
On a mobile device
Hold the mobile device closely to the adapter so
that the / mark on the mobile device is facing
the NFC contact point.
The adapter will beep when the transmission is
completed successfully.
NOTE: Enable NFC in the settings on your mobile
device. For more information on the settings, see the
manual that came with the mobile device.
NOTE: To establish contactless communication, the
distance between the mobile device and the NFC
contact point on the adapter should be less than 1 cm
(1/2 in.).
NOTE: If a communication error occurs, an error
message will appear on the app screen.
On a PC
The adapter will beep when the communication is
completed successfully.
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8. Check the following settings.
Battery cartridge settings (8-a)
• Operation Mode
• Hours Remaining (automatically calculated by
the app)
• User Name
8-a.
Adapter settings (8-b)
• Timer Setting
• Change PIN (PIN update mode NO/YES)
• Change User Name (user name update mode
NO/YES)
• User Name
NOTICE: Tap “Close” to return to the “Home Menu”
screen.
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Updatingthebatterycartridge
settingswithoutusingthe
apps
If necessary settings are saved to the adapter in
advance, the settings can be transmitted to battery
cartridges.
1. Change operation mode.
Update the PIN code and user name
Set the operation mode switch to the position.
Update the timer settings
Set the operation mode switch to the position.
1.
2. Attach the battery cartridge to the adapter.
CAUTION: When installing battery cartridges, be
careful not to get your ngers caught between the
adapter and the battery cartridge.
Align the groove (a) on the battery cartridge with the
tongue (b) on the adapter and slide the cartridge
into place. Insert the cartridge all the way in until it
locks in place with a small click.
NOTICE: If you can see the red indicator (c) on the
upper side of the release button, the battery cartridge
is not completely locked.
The Registration or Timer lamp will light up
and the adapter will beep when the transmission is
completed successfully.
NOTE: Do not detach the battery cartridge before the
adapter stops beeping.
NOTE: If the PIN codes set for the adapter and the
battery cartridge are not identical, the Warning
lamp will ash and the settings will not be updated.
To detach the battery cartridge
Slide it from the battery dock while pressing the
release button on the cartridge.
a
b
c
2.