Newland NLS-HR3290 User manual

NLS-HR3290
Cordless 2D Barcode Scanner
User Guide

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Revision History
Version
Description
Date
V1.0.0
Initial release.
September 1, 2016
V1.0.1
1. Changed the range of Decode Session Timeout to 100ms -
3,600,000ms in Chapter 2.
2.Added the Host Acknowledgment and Keep/Delete Stored
Data after Batch Transmission features in Chapter 4.
3. Added the EAN-13 Beginning with 290 Add-On Code
Required, EAN-13 Beginning with 378/379 Add-On Code
Required, EAN-13 Beginning with 414/419 Add-On Code
Required, EAN-13 Beginning with 434/439 Add-On Code
Required, EAN-13 Beginning with 977 Add-On Code
Required, EAN-13 Beginning with 978 Add-On Code
Required, EAN-13 Beginning with 979 Add-On Code
Required, Code 32 (Italian Pharma Code), Code 32 Prefix,
Transmit Code 32 Check Digit and Transmit Code 32
Start/Stop Character features in Chapter 5.
Note: Firmware version V1.3.3 or later is required for the new
features above.
January 4, 2017
V1.0.2
1. Maximum barcode length supported by the scanner is 3K
bytes.
2. Added the BA command (Replace a string with another) in
Chapter 8.
Note: Firmware version V1.3.6 or later is required for the new
features above.
March 23, 2017
V1.0.3
Added the Specify Decoding Area (Top,Bottom, Left, Right)
feature in Chapter 2.
April 27, 2017
V1.0.4
Updated the “Dimensions of Scanner (unit: mm)” section in
Chapter 1.
October 31, 2017

Table of Contents
Revision History...........................................................................................................................................- 3 -
Preface...............................................................................................................................................................1
Introduction............................................................................................................................................1
Chapter Description...............................................................................................................................1
Explanation of Icons ..............................................................................................................................2
Chapter 1 Getting Started................................................................................................................................3
Introduction............................................................................................................................................3
Features of the HR32 ............................................................................................................................3
Unpacking..............................................................................................................................................3
Scanner..................................................................................................................................................4
CD32 Cradle..........................................................................................................................................5
Communication Mode............................................................................................................................6
CD32 Data Port ...............................................................................................................................6
USB/RS-232 Port ............................................................................................................................7
Connecting Cradle to a Host .................................................................................................................7
Using USB Cable.............................................................................................................................8
Using RS-232 Cable........................................................................................................................9
Power On, Sleep, Power Off, Reboot..................................................................................................10
Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................10
Dimensions of Scanner (unit: mm)...................................................................................................... 11
Side View....................................................................................................................................... 11
Front View...................................................................................................................................... 11
Top View ........................................................................................................................................ 11
Dimensions of CD32 Cradle (unit: mm)...............................................................................................12
Scanning Instructions ..........................................................................................................................13
Chapter 2 System Settings............................................................................................................................15
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................15
Barcode Programming...................................................................................................................15
Command Programming ...............................................................................................................15
Programming Barcode/Command/Function........................................................................................16
Use of Programming Barcodes ...........................................................................................................17

Factory Defaults...................................................................................................................................18
Pairing Settings....................................................................................................................................19
Pair Scanner with Cradle...............................................................................................................19
Pair Cradle with Zigbee Router.....................................................................................................19
Search Paired Scanners................................................................................................................19
Operating Mode Options......................................................................................................................20
Power-Off Timeout...............................................................................................................................21
Illumination...........................................................................................................................................22
Aiming..................................................................................................................................................23
Beep.....................................................................................................................................................24
Good Read Beep...........................................................................................................................24
Good Read Beep Type..................................................................................................................24
Good Read Beep Volume..............................................................................................................25
Startup Beep..................................................................................................................................25
Transmit NGR Message ......................................................................................................................26
Edit NGR Message........................................................................................................................26
Scan Mode...........................................................................................................................................27
Manual Mode.................................................................................................................................27
Decode Session Timeout.......................................................................................................27
Level Trigger/Pulse Trigger....................................................................................................28
Auto Sleep..............................................................................................................................28
Timeout between Decodes (Same Barcode).........................................................................30
Sense Mode...................................................................................................................................31
Decode Session Timeout.......................................................................................................31
Image Stabilization Timeout...................................................................................................32
Continue after Good Read.....................................................................................................32
Timeout between Decodes (Same Barcode).........................................................................33
Sensitivity ...............................................................................................................................34
Continuous Mode ..........................................................................................................................35
Decode Session Timeout.......................................................................................................35
Timeout between Decodes.....................................................................................................36
Timeout between Decodes (Same Barcode).........................................................................37
DecodeArea........................................................................................................................................38
Whole Area Decoding....................................................................................................................38
Specific Area Decoding..................................................................................................................38
Specify Decoding Area...........................................................................................................38

Chapter 3 Inquiry Commands.......................................................................................................................41
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................41
Obtain Scanner Information.................................................................................................................41
Obtain Cradle Information....................................................................................................................41
Obtain FLASH Information...................................................................................................................42
Chapter 4 Communication Settings.............................................................................................................43
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................43
Wireless Communication.....................................................................................................................43
Host Acknowledgment.........................................................................................................................44
Keep/Delete Stored Data after Batch Transmission............................................................................44
RS-232 Interface..................................................................................................................................45
Baud Rate......................................................................................................................................45
Parity Check ..................................................................................................................................46
Stop Bit ..........................................................................................................................................46
Hareware Flow Control..................................................................................................................47
Data Bit..........................................................................................................................................47
USB Interface.......................................................................................................................................48
USB HID-KBW...............................................................................................................................48
Examine KBW Connection.....................................................................................................48
USB Country Keyboard Types...............................................................................................49
Inter-Keystroke Delay.............................................................................................................51
Convert Case .........................................................................................................................52
Emulate ALT+Keypad.............................................................................................................53
Function Key Mapping ...........................................................................................................54
Emulate Numeric Keypad ......................................................................................................55
USB COM Port Emulation.............................................................................................................56
USB HID-POS ...............................................................................................................................56
Introduction.............................................................................................................................56
Access the Scanner with Your Program.................................................................................56
Acquire Scanned Data ...........................................................................................................57
Send Data to the Scanner......................................................................................................57
VID/PID..........................................................................................................................................57
Chapter 5 Symbologies.................................................................................................................................58
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................58
General Settings..................................................................................................................................58

Disable All Symbologies................................................................................................................58
Enable All Symbologies.................................................................................................................58
Enable 1D Symbologies................................................................................................................59
Disable 1D Symbologies ...............................................................................................................59
Enable 2D Symbologies................................................................................................................59
Disable 2D Symbologies ...............................................................................................................59
Video Reverse...............................................................................................................................60
Code 128 .............................................................................................................................................61
Restore Factory Defaults...............................................................................................................61
Enable/Disable Code 128..............................................................................................................61
Set Length Range for Code 128....................................................................................................62
EAN-8...................................................................................................................................................63
Restore Factory Defaults...............................................................................................................63
Enable/Disable EAN-8...................................................................................................................63
Transmit Check Digit .....................................................................................................................63
Add-On Code.................................................................................................................................64
Add-On Code Required.................................................................................................................65
EAN-8 Extension...........................................................................................................................65
EAN-13.................................................................................................................................................66
Restore Factory Defaults...............................................................................................................66
Enable/Disable EAN-13.................................................................................................................66
Transmit Check Digit .....................................................................................................................66
Add-On Code.................................................................................................................................67
Add-On Code Required.................................................................................................................68
EAN-13 Beginning with 290Add-On Code Required....................................................................69
EAN-13 Beginning with 378/379Add-On Code Required ............................................................69
EAN-13 Beginning with 414/419Add-On Code Required ............................................................70
EAN-13 Beginning with 434/439Add-On Code Required ............................................................70
EAN-13 Beginning with 977Add-On Code Required....................................................................71
EAN-13 Beginning with 978Add-On Code Required....................................................................71
EAN-13 Beginning with 979Add-On Code Required....................................................................72
UPC-E..................................................................................................................................................73
Restore Factory Defaults...............................................................................................................73
Enable/Disable UPC-E..................................................................................................................73
Transmit Check Digit .....................................................................................................................73
Add-On Code.................................................................................................................................74

Add-On Code Required.................................................................................................................75
Transmit System Character “0” .....................................................................................................75
UPC-E Extension...........................................................................................................................76
UPC-A..................................................................................................................................................77
Restore Factory Defaults...............................................................................................................77
Enable/Disable UPC-A..................................................................................................................77
Transmit Check Digit .....................................................................................................................77
Add-On Code.................................................................................................................................78
Add-On Code Required.................................................................................................................79
Transmit Preamble Character .......................................................................................................79
Interleaved 2 of 5.................................................................................................................................80
Restore Factory Defaults...............................................................................................................80
Enable/Disable Interleaved 2 of 5 .................................................................................................80
Set Length Range for Interleaved 2 of 5.......................................................................................81
Check Digit Verification..................................................................................................................82
Febraban..............................................................................................................................................83
Disable/Enable Febraban..............................................................................................................83
ITF-14...................................................................................................................................................84
ITF-6.....................................................................................................................................................85
Matrix 2 of 5.........................................................................................................................................86
Restore Factory Defaults...............................................................................................................86
Enable/Disable Matrix 2 of 5 .........................................................................................................86
Set Length Range for Matrix 2 of 5...............................................................................................87
Check Digit Verification..................................................................................................................88
Code 39................................................................................................................................................89
Restore Factory Defaults...............................................................................................................89
Enable/Disable Code 39................................................................................................................89
Transmit Start/Stop Character.......................................................................................................89
Set Length Range for Code 39......................................................................................................90
Check Digit Verification..................................................................................................................91
Enable/Disable Code 39 FullASCII ..............................................................................................92
Enable/Disable Code 32................................................................................................................92
Code 32 Prefix...............................................................................................................................92
Transmit Code 32 Check Digit.......................................................................................................93
Transmit Code 32 Start/Stop Character ........................................................................................93
Codabar...............................................................................................................................................94

Restore Factory Defaults...............................................................................................................94
Enable/Disable Codabar................................................................................................................94
Set Length Range for Codabar .....................................................................................................95
Check Digit Verification..................................................................................................................96
Start/Stop Character......................................................................................................................97
Code 93................................................................................................................................................98
Restore Factory Defaults...............................................................................................................98
Enable/Disable Code 93................................................................................................................98
Set Length Range for Code 93......................................................................................................99
Check Digit Verification................................................................................................................100
UCC/EAN-128....................................................................................................................................101
Restore Factory Defaults.............................................................................................................101
Enable/Disable UCC/EAN-128....................................................................................................101
Set Length Range for UCC/EAN-128..........................................................................................102
GS1 Databar......................................................................................................................................103
Restore Factory Defaults.............................................................................................................103
Enable/Disable GS1 Databar......................................................................................................103
TransmitApplication Identifier “01”..............................................................................................103
Code 11..............................................................................................................................................104
Restore Factory Defaults.............................................................................................................104
Enable/Disable Code 11..............................................................................................................104
Set Length Range for Code 11....................................................................................................105
Check Digit Verification................................................................................................................106
ISBN...................................................................................................................................................107
Restore Factory Defaults.............................................................................................................107
Enable/Disable ISBN...................................................................................................................107
Set ISBN Format..........................................................................................................................107
Add-On Code...............................................................................................................................108
Add-On Code Required...............................................................................................................109
ISSN................................................................................................................................................... 110
Restore Factory Defaults............................................................................................................. 110
Enable/Disable ISSN................................................................................................................... 110
Add-On Code................................................................................................................................111
Add-On Code Required............................................................................................................... 112
AIM-128.............................................................................................................................................. 113
Restore Factory Defaults............................................................................................................. 113

Enable/Disable AIM-128.............................................................................................................. 113
Set Length Range for AIM-128.................................................................................................... 114
Industrial 25 ....................................................................................................................................... 115
Restore Factory Defaults............................................................................................................. 115
Enable/Disable Industrial 25........................................................................................................ 115
Set Length Range for Industrial 25.............................................................................................. 116
Check Digit Verification................................................................................................................ 117
Standard 25........................................................................................................................................ 118
Restore Factory Defaults............................................................................................................. 118
Enable/Disable Standard 25........................................................................................................ 118
Set Length Range for Standard 25.............................................................................................. 119
Check Digit Verification................................................................................................................120
Plessey...............................................................................................................................................121
Restore Factory Defaults.............................................................................................................121
Enable/Disable Plessey...............................................................................................................121
Set Length Range for Plessey.....................................................................................................122
Check Digit Verification................................................................................................................123
MSI-Plessey.......................................................................................................................................124
Restore Factory Defaults.............................................................................................................124
Enable/Disable MSI-Plessey.......................................................................................................124
Set Length Range for MSI-Plessey.............................................................................................125
Check Digit Verification................................................................................................................126
PDF417..............................................................................................................................................127
Restore Factory Defaults.............................................................................................................127
Enable/Disable PDF417..............................................................................................................127
Set Length Range for PDF417....................................................................................................128
QR Code............................................................................................................................................129
Restore Factory Defaults.............................................................................................................129
Enable/Disable QR Code ............................................................................................................129
Set Length Range for QR Code..................................................................................................130
Micro QR......................................................................................................................................131
Data Matrix.........................................................................................................................................132
Restore Factory Defaults.............................................................................................................132
Enable/Disable Data Matrix.........................................................................................................132
Set Length Range for Data Matrix...............................................................................................133
Rectangular Barcode...................................................................................................................134

Mirror Image ................................................................................................................................134
Chinese Sensible Code.....................................................................................................................135
Restore Factory Defaults.............................................................................................................135
Enable/Disable Chinese Sensible Code .....................................................................................135
Set Length Range for Chinese Sensible Code...........................................................................135
Chapter 6 Prefix & Suffix.............................................................................................................................136
Introduction........................................................................................................................................136
General Settings................................................................................................................................137
Enable/Disable All Prefix/Suffix...................................................................................................137
Prefix Sequences ........................................................................................................................137
Custom Prefix ....................................................................................................................................138
Enable/Disable Custom Prefix.....................................................................................................138
Set Custom Prefix........................................................................................................................138
AIM ID Prefix......................................................................................................................................139
Code ID Prefix....................................................................................................................................139
Restore All Default Code IDs.......................................................................................................140
Modify Code ID............................................................................................................................140
Custom Suffix.....................................................................................................................................144
Enable/Disable Custom Suffix.....................................................................................................144
Set Custom Suffix........................................................................................................................144
Terminating Character Suffix .............................................................................................................145
Enable/Disable Terminating Character Suffix..............................................................................145
Set Terminating Character Suffix.................................................................................................145
Chapter 7 Ambient Illumination..................................................................................................................147
Chapter 8 Data Formatter............................................................................................................................148
Introduction........................................................................................................................................148
Add a Data Format.............................................................................................................................148
Programming with Barcodes.......................................................................................................149
Programming with a Batch Command ........................................................................................151
Enable Data Format...........................................................................................................................152
Change Data Format for a Single Scan.............................................................................................152
Enable/Disable Data Formatter.........................................................................................................153
Non-Match Error Beep.......................................................................................................................154
Clear Data Format .............................................................................................................................154
Formatter Command Type 6..............................................................................................................155

Send Commands.........................................................................................................................155
Move Commands ........................................................................................................................158
Search Commands......................................................................................................................160
Miscellaneous Commands ..........................................................................................................163
Chapter 9 Batch Programming...................................................................................................................167
Introduction........................................................................................................................................167
Create a Batch Command.................................................................................................................168
Create a Batch Barcode ....................................................................................................................169
Use Batch Barcode............................................................................................................................170
Appendix.......................................................................................................................................................171
Digit Barcodes....................................................................................................................................171
Save/Cancel Barcodes......................................................................................................................173
Factory Defaults Table.......................................................................................................................174
AIM ID Table.......................................................................................................................................181
Code ID Table....................................................................................................................................184
ASCII Table........................................................................................................................................185
ASCII Function Key Mapping Table...................................................................................................189
Symbology ID Number.......................................................................................................................191

1
Preface
Introduction
This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up and using the NLS-HR3290 series cordless 2D
barcode scanner (hereinafter referred to as “HR32 cordless scanner”or “the scanner”).
Chapter Description
Chapter 1, Getting Started
Gives a general description of HR32 cordless scanner.
Chapter 2, System Settings
Introduces three configuration methods and describes how
to configure general parameters of HR32 cordless
scanner.
Chapter 3, Inquiry Commands
Describes how to obtain the information of HR32 cordless
scanner by scanning programming barcodes.
Chapter 4, Communication Settings
Describes how to configure communication mode, serial
port parameters and USB function.
Chapter 5, Symbologies
Lists all compatible symbologies and describes how to
configure the relevant parameters.
Chapter 6, Prefix & Suffix
Describes how to use prefix and suffix to customize
scanned data.
Chapter 7, Ambient Illumination
Describes how to configure the scanner to adapt it to
ambient light of different intensity.
Chapter 8, Data Formatter
Explains how to customize scanned data with the data
formatter.
Chapter 9, Batch Programming
Explains how to integrate a complex programming task
into a single bar code.
Appendix
Provides factory defaults table and a bunch of frequently
used programming barcodes.

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Explanation of Icons
This icon indicates something relevant to this manual.
This icon indicates this information requires extra attention from the reader.
This icon indicates handy tips that can help you use or configure the scanner with ease.
This icon indicates practical examples that can help you to acquaint yourself with operations.

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Chapter 1 Getting Started
Introduction
The HR32 cordless scanner reads a 1D or 2D barcode by capturing its image. Adopting the advanced
technology independently developed by Newland Auto-ID Tech, it provides users with three scan
modes, including Manual Mode, Sense Mode and Continuous Mode, tailored to different scanning needs.
An illustrated introduction to the HR32 cordless scanner is included in this chapter. If you have an HR32
cordless scanner at hand, make good use of it to develop a better understanding of this manual. This
chapter is written for normal users, maintenance staff and software developers.
Features of the HR32
⚫Comprehensive data capture: most 1D and 2D barcodes.
⚫Fast and accurate decoding capability: integrates high-performance processor and barcode decoder
board.
⚫Easy to configure and update.
Unpacking
Open the package and take out HR32 cordless scanner and its accessories. Check to make sure
everything on the packing list is present and intact. If any contents are damaged or missing, please keep
the original package and contact your dealer immediately for after-sale service.
Note: CD32, the cradle for HR32 cordless scanner is individually wrapped.

4
Scanner
Fig. 1-1
Decode/Transmission LED:
Green: Barcode decoded successfully.
Battery is fully charged.
Blue: Zigbee is available.
Red: Data transmission failed.
Device is charging.
Purple: Firmware update is in progress.
There is data in FLASH memory.

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CD32 Cradle
Fig. 1-2
Buttons:
P: Batch Transmission
M: Pair/Search
LEDs:
Zigbee LED (blue):
Zigbee is available.
Battery LEDs (green):
Indicate battery level (four levels)
Fig. 1-3

6
Communication Mode
Communication modes: synchronous mode (default), asynchronous mode and batch mode.
Synchronous Mode: If Zigbee is available, scanned data will be transferred to the cradle
immediately after a good read; if Zigbee is unavailable, the transmission of decoded data cannot be
accomplished.
Asynchronous Mode: If Zigbee is available, scanned data will be transferred to the cradle
immediately after a good read; if Zigbee is unavailable, the decoded data will be first stored in the
flash memory in a FIFO (first in first out) manner, and be sent automatically to the cradle when
Zigbee becomes available.
Batch Mode: The decoded data will be stored in the flash memory no matter whether Zigbee is
available or not. To send the stored data to the cradle, you need to insert the scanner in the cradle
and then press “P” button on the cradle.
CD32 Data Port
Fig. 1-4
PIN
Signal
Type
Function
1
NC
-
No connection
2
NC
-
No connection
3
VCC
P
Power+ (+5V)
4
TXD
O
RS-232 output
5
RXD
I
RS-232 input
6
CTS
I
Flow control signal
7
RTS
O
8
GND
P
Ground
9
D-
I/O
USB signal
10
D+
I/O

7
USB/RS-232 Port
CD32 cradle must be connected to a Host in actual application, such as PC, POS or any intelligent
terminal with USB or RS-232 port, via a communication cable, either USB or RS-232 cable.
USB
USB port on the Host
RS-232
RS-232 port on the Host
Note: Please check the port on the Host and purchase the right cable.
Connecting Cradle to a Host
Fig. 1-5

8
Using USB Cable
Fig. 1-6
Connect the CD32 cradle to a Host through a USB cable with RJ45 and USB connectors:
1. Plug the RJ45 connector into the data port (see Fig.1-3) on the cradle.
2. Plug the USB connector into the USB port on the Host.
3. Plug the supplied power adapter into the power port (see Fig.1-3) on the cradle.