Newland Piranha NLS-BS8080-2D User manual

BS8050-2V Piranha
Barcode Scanner
User Guide

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Revision History
Version
Description
Date
V1.0
Initial release.
March 18, 2015
V1.1
Added the content concerning the 2D version.
May 19, 2015

Table of Contents
Revision History.......................................................................................................................................... - 3 -
Preface...............................................................................................................................................................1
Introduction...................................................................................................................................................1
Chapter Descriptions....................................................................................................................................1
Safety Instructions........................................................................................................................................1
Chapter 1 Getting Started................................................................................................................................2
Introduction...................................................................................................................................................2
Unpacking ....................................................................................................................................................2
BS80 Scanner..............................................................................................................................................3
Functions of the Buttons..............................................................................................................................4
Charging the Battery....................................................................................................................................5
Connecting the BS80 to Smartphone/Tablet ...............................................................................................6
LED Notifications..........................................................................................................................................8
Turning the BS80 On/Off..............................................................................................................................9
Scanning Instructions.................................................................................................................................10
Scanning 1D Barcode..........................................................................................................................10
Scanning 2D Barcode..........................................................................................................................10
Chapter 2 System Settings............................................................................................................................11
Introduction................................................................................................................................................. 11
Restore Factory Defaults........................................................................................................................... 11
Operating Modes........................................................................................................................................ 11
Query Scanner Information........................................................................................................................13
Query/Delete the Data in FLASH...............................................................................................................13
Sound Notifications....................................................................................................................................14
Vibration Notifications ................................................................................................................................15
Terminating Character Suffix......................................................................................................................16
Inter-Character Delay for Bluetooth HID....................................................................................................17
Delete Bluetooth Pairing............................................................................................................................17
Automatic/Manual Power-Off.....................................................................................................................18
Time Stamp................................................................................................................................................20
Set Date Format...................................................................................................................................20

Set Date & Time...................................................................................................................................21
Parameters of USB HID-KBW ...................................................................................................................22
USB Country Keyboard Types.............................................................................................................22
Convert Case.......................................................................................................................................23
Inter-Keystroke Delay for KBW............................................................................................................23
Upgrade the Firmware...............................................................................................................................24
Chapter 3 Symbologies.................................................................................................................................27
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................27
1D Scan Engine.........................................................................................................................................27
1D Symbologies...................................................................................................................................27
Code 39........................................................................................................................................27
Transmit Code 39 Start/Stop Character.......................................................................................27
Code 39 FULLASCII....................................................................................................................28
Code 128......................................................................................................................................28
UCC/EAN-128..............................................................................................................................28
EAN-8...........................................................................................................................................28
EAN-13.........................................................................................................................................29
ISSN..............................................................................................................................................29
ISBN..............................................................................................................................................29
UPC-E...........................................................................................................................................29
UPC-A...........................................................................................................................................30
Interleaved 2 of 5..........................................................................................................................30
Matrix 25.......................................................................................................................................30
Industrial 25..................................................................................................................................30
Codabar........................................................................................................................................31
Code 93........................................................................................................................................31
GS1 Databar (RSS)......................................................................................................................31
Code 11.........................................................................................................................................31
Plessey.........................................................................................................................................32
MSI-Plessey..................................................................................................................................32
2D Scan Engine.........................................................................................................................................33
Global Settings.....................................................................................................................................33
Enable/DisableAll Symbologies...................................................................................................33
Enable/Disable 1D Symbologies..................................................................................................33

Enable/Disable 2D Symbologies..................................................................................................33
1D Symbologies...................................................................................................................................34
Code 39........................................................................................................................................34
Transmit Code 39 Start/Stop Character.......................................................................................34
Code 39 FULLASCII....................................................................................................................34
Code 128......................................................................................................................................34
UCC/EAN-128..............................................................................................................................35
EAN-8...........................................................................................................................................35
EAN-13.........................................................................................................................................35
ISSN..............................................................................................................................................35
ISBN..............................................................................................................................................36
UPC-E...........................................................................................................................................36
UPC-A...........................................................................................................................................36
Interleaved 2 of 5..........................................................................................................................36
Matrix 25.......................................................................................................................................37
Industrial 25..................................................................................................................................37
Codabar........................................................................................................................................37
Code 93........................................................................................................................................37
RSS-Limited..................................................................................................................................38
RSS-Expand.................................................................................................................................38
Code 11.........................................................................................................................................38
Plessey.........................................................................................................................................38
MSI-Plessey..................................................................................................................................39
2D Symbologies...................................................................................................................................39
PDF 417........................................................................................................................................39
QR Code.......................................................................................................................................39
Data Matrix ...................................................................................................................................39
Appendix.........................................................................................................................................................40
Factory Defaults Table ...............................................................................................................................40
Digit Barcodes............................................................................................................................................44

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Preface
Introduction
This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up and using the NLS-BS80 barcode scanner
(hereinafter referred to as “the BS80”or “the scanner”).
Chapter Descriptions
Chapter 1, Getting Started : This chapter provides information on getting the scanner up
and running for the first time.
Chapter 2, System Settings : This chapter describes the barcode programming procedure
and shows you how to configure system parameters.
Chapter 3, Symbologies : This chapter lists all compatible symbologies and describes
how to configure the relevant parameters.
Appendix : This chapter offers factory defaults table and a bunch of
frequently used programming barcodes.
Safety Instructions
Read the operating instructions carefully and especially observe the safety information. If you do
not follow the safety instructions on proper handling in this manual, we assume no liability for
any resulting personal injury or damage to property.
Don’t put the scanner in places with excessively high temperatures, such as exposure to direct
sunlight.
Don’t use the scanner in extremely humid area or drastic temperature change.
The rechargeable battery is permanently built into the scanner and cannot be replaced.
Never damage the rechargeable battery. Damaging the casing of the rechargeable battery might
cause an explosion or a fire!

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Chapter 1 Getting Started
Introduction
The BS80 is a wireless pocket barcode scanner equipped with 1D or 2D scan engine to meet different
needs. It is a great space-saver for busy or limited workspaces. It also supports iOS, Android, and
Windows devices through Bluetooth HID or SPP communication.
An illustrated introduction to the BS80 is included in this chapter. If you have the 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.
Unpacking
Open the package and take out the 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.

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BS80 Scanner
1
Charging/Battery LED
2
Good Read LED
3
Data LED
4
Scan/Power Button
5
Delete/Reset Button
6
Function Button/Function LED
7
Micro USB Port
8
Product Label
9
Scan Window

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Functions of the Buttons
Scan/Power Button
*Press the button to scan barcode when the scanner is on.
*Hold down the button for 3 seconds to power it on when the scanner is off.
Delete/Reset Button
*Press the button to remove the corresponding data from the USB storage area of FLASH
memory in the Batch mode before scanning the barcode to be deleted.
*Hold down the button for 7 seconds to reset it when the scanner is on.
Function Button
*Press the button to turn on or off the HID keyboard of the connected iOS device in the
Real-Time mode.
*Hold down the button for 8 seconds to unpair paired Bluetooth device from the scanner in the
Real-Time mode and to make the scanner discoverable by other Bluetooth device.
*Hold down the button for 3 seconds to start data transmission via USB in the Batch mode
(Make sure that the scanner is connected to PC with required driver installed on it.)
Scan/Power Button + Function Button
*Hold down the two buttons at the same time for 3 seconds to toggle between the Real-Time
mode and Batch mode when the scanner is on.
Delete/Reset Button + Function Button
*Hold down the two buttons at the same time for 7 seconds to upgrade the firmware via USB
after clicking the “Start”button of the firmware upgrade utility on PC that the scanner is
connected to.
Note: If the update fails or you accidentally enter update status, you need to hold down the Delete/Reset
button for 7s to reset the scanner and get it back to normal operating status.
Scan/Power Button + Delete/Reset Button
*Press the two buttons at the same time to check the battery level with the Charging/Battery
LED when the scanner is on.

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Charging the Battery
Charge the scanner by connecting it to a host device with Micro USB cable, as shown below.
Note: Low battery may result in failure or misoperation of the scanner. Before your first use, charge the
battery for 3-4 hours.

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Connecting the BS80 to Smartphone/Tablet
1. Make sure your device has HID or SPP profile.
2. Turn off the Power-Saving mode on your smartphone/tablet first. If the red Function LED on the
scanner illuminates, hold down the Scan/Power button and Function button at the same time for 3
seconds or scan the barcode below to switch to the Real-Time mode.
Real-Time Mode (Default)
3. Scan the appropriate barcode below to choose HID or SPP profile before connecting the scanner to
smartphone/tablet. If you don’t know what profile your device is using, please try HID profile first, then
SPP profile.
HID (Default)
SPP
4. Complete the following connection procedure (example: pairing with iPhone). If the BS80 does not
appear in the search results in step (5), you may need to delete existing pairing information on the
scanner by holding down the Function button on the scanner for 8 seconds (see Functions of the
Buttons in this chapter) or by scanning the Delete Bluetooth Pairing barcode (see Delete Bluetooth
Pairing in Chapter 2).

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(1) Click “Settings”.
(2) Click “General”.
(3) Click “Bluetooth”.
(4) Turn it on and search the
devices.
(5) Select “BS80XXXX”to
connect.
(6) The “Connected”message
means the connection is OK.
5.After the connection is completed, the blue Function LED on the scanner will illuminate.
6. Before using WordPad file or relativeAPP, set keyboard language of the device to USAlanguage. Then,
scan barcodes and the barcode data will show before current cursor position. If the data cannot be sent
to smartphone/tablet, please scan the Restore Factory Defaults barcode (see Chapter 2).
Note: This product complies with Bluetooth standards. The device that communicates with this product
must support the same SPP or HID. For other Bluetooth devices with other profiles, we cannot
guarantee a connection before the product has been tested.
The communication speed and range of the product may vary due to obstacles and radio wave
condition between the product and device to which it is connected. Condition on the host device
may also affect the communication speed and range of the scanner.
BS80XXXX
BS80XXXX Connected

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LED Notifications
Charging/Battery LED
Red LED on
Charging in progress.
Green LED on
Fully charged.
Red and green LEDs flash alternately
Battery not found.
Red LED flashes
Low battery alert.
If the scanner is on and it is not connected to PC via USB cable, pressing the Scan/Power
button and Delete/Reset button at the same time can display the battery level with the
Charging/Battery LED.
Green LED on
Battery level is high.
Red and green LEDs on
Battery level is medium.
Red LED on
Battery level is low.
When the battery voltage is too low, the scanner will beep with flashing red Charging/Battery LED. Please
charge it immediately before the scanner shuts down mandatorily. When it shuts down, please charge it
fully before turning it back on.
Good Read LED
Green LED flashes
Good read.
Data LED
Red LED flashes
There is data in FLASH memory.
Red LED on
FLASH memory depleted.
Function LED
Blue LED flashes slowly with long OFF
state
Bluetooth turned on, but no Bluetooth connection
established and the BS80 undiscoverable.
Blue LED flashes slowly with long ON
state
Bluetooth turned on, but no Bluetooth connection
established and the BS80 discoverable.
Blue LED on
Bluetooth connection established.
Blue LED flashes quickly
Data transmission via Bluetooth in progress.
Red LED on
Batch mode enabled.
Red LED flashes quickly
Batch data transmission via USB in progress.

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Turning the BS80 On/Off
Turn the scanner on:Press the Scan/Power button.
Turn the scanner off: By default, the scanner automatically powers off if no operation is performed on
the scanner for 30 minutes. You can adjust the auto power-off timer. You can also turn off the scanner by
scanning the Power Off barcode. For more information, see Automatic/Manual Power-Off section in
Chapter 2.

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Scanning Instructions
Scanning 1D Barcode
Adjust the scan angle (Do not read barcode at vertical degree) or the distance between barcode and the
scanner to ensure that the length of the scan line is roughly 8mm greater than that of the barcode, as
shown below.
Scanning 2D Barcode
Adjust the scan angle and the distance between barcode and the scanner to make them fall into the
following ranges:
1. Aim the scan line across the center of the barcode.
2. Optimum scan distances: 5-20cm.

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Chapter 2 System Settings
Introduction
This chapter describes how to configure the basic system parameters on the scanner.
Restore Factory Defaults
Restore Factory Defaults
Operating Modes
The scanner provides two operating modes: Real-Time mode (Bluetooth mode) and Batch mode.
1. Real-Time mode
Real-Time Mode (default)
When the scanner is in the Real-Time mode, scanning the following barcodes can switch between
Bluetooth HID and SPP profiles. When the scanner is in the Batch mode, scanning the following barcodes
can switch between USB HID-KBW and USB COM Port Emulation.
Real-Time Mode: HID (default)
Batch Mode: USB HID-KBW (default)
Real-Time Mode: SPP
Batch Mode: USB COM Port Emulation

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There are two data transmission modes: Synchronous mode andAsynchronous mode.
(1) Synchronous mode: When you scan barcodes, the data will be sent to smartphone/tablet directly. If
you are out of Bluetooth service range, scanned data will be lost.
(2) Asynchronous mode: When you are out of Bluetooth service range, scanned data will be saved in the
FLASH memory. Once you are back to service range, the data will be sent to smartphone/tablet
automatically. The scanner will automatically remove it from the FLASH memory after smartphone/tablet
receives the data.
Synchronous Mode
Asynchronous Mode (default)
2. Batch mode
When you scan barcodes, the data will be saved in the FLASH memory. You can sync the data acquired
in the Batch mode from the FLASH memory to your PC by following the procedure described below.
Data transmission from FLASH to PC via USB:
Step 1: Install the required driver on your PC.
Step 2: Connect the scanner to your PC with USB cable. The scanner beeps when the connection
between them is established.
Step 3: Open Notepad or Office Word on your PC and make sure that your cursor is always positioned in
it. Hold down the Function button on the scanner for 3 seconds or longer to start data transmission from
the FLASH memory to your PC. To suspend or resume the transmission, press the Function button briefly.
The scanner beeps when the transmission is completed.
Batch Mode
Note:
1. When the scanner switches from one operating mode to the other, it beeps along with corresponding
LED notification (For more information, see LED Notifications in Chapter 1)
2. Besides the method mentioned above, you can also hold down the Scan/Power button and Function
button at the same time for 3 seconds to toggle between the Real-Time mode and Batch mode.

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Query Scanner Information
Query the Firmware & Hardware Versions of Scanner
Query the Manufacture Date of Scanner
Query the Serial Number of Scanner
Query/Delete the Data in FLASH
The FLASH memory is divided into a USB storage area (used to save the data acquired in the Batch
mode) and a Bluetooth storage area (used to save the data acquired in Bluetooth asynchronous mode).
You should note that removing data from the USB storage area may take a longer time.
Delete All Barcodes in FLASH
Query the Number of Barcodes in USB Storage Area
Only Delete Barcodes in USB Storage Area
Query the Number of Barcodes in Bluetooth Storage Area
Only Delete Barcodes in Bluetooth Storage Area

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Sound Notifications
Turn sound notifications on or off by scanning the appropriate barcode below.After this feature is enabled,
the scanner beeps when one of the following events occurs:
1. The scanner is turned on.
2. The scanner resets.
3. A barcode is decoded (including good read for removing barcode data from the FLASH memory in the
Batch mode).
4. The scanner switched to the Real-Time mode or Batch mode.
5. Transmitting data via Bluetooth failed.
6. iOS soft keyboard is turned on or off.
7. Batch data transmission via USB starts.
8. Batch data transmission via USB is interrupted.
9. Batch data transmission via USB is completed.
10. The paired Bluetooth device is unpaired from the scanner.
11. The scanner is turned off.
12. USB connection between the scanner and the host established.
13. USB connection between the scanner and the host lost.
14. Bluetooth connection between the scanner and the host established or lost.
Sound Notifications On (default)
Sound Notifications Off