Zebex Z-2121 series User manual

Portable Data Collector
Z-2121 series ( Version 3.01)
User’s Manual

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Editorial Record
Version Date of edited Description of Version
V1.0 Nov. 15, 2010 Initial release
V2.0 April. 12, 2011 Updated for firmware V.1.05. Added
Bluetooth section
V3.0 April. 26, 2011 Added BT-HID section
V3.1 July 2, 2012 Corrected General Guide picture
V4.0 July 20, 2012 Added descriptions to device functions

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Table of Contents
PREFACE ............................................................................................................................................................... 5
ABOUT THIS MANUAL.......................................................................................................................................... 5
Symbols used in this manual ........................................................................................................................... 5
COPYRIGHT .......................................................................................................................................................... 5
SAFETY INFORMATION.......................................................................................................................................... 6
Laser Safety .................................................................................................................................................... 6
Safety Operation ............................................................................................................................................. 7
Extreme temperature ....................................................................................................................................... 7
Do not operate the device under extreme temperature. .................................................................................. 7
Battery and Charger ....................................................................................................................................... 7
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Statement .................................................................................. 8
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement.......................................................................................................... 8
UNPACKING.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
PACKAGE CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................................ 9
OPTIONAL PARTS ................................................................................................................................................ 10
Cradle package ............................................................................................................................................. 10
Purchaseable accessories ............................................................................................................................. 10
GENERAL GUIDE ...............................................................................................................................................11
GETTING STARTED.............................................................................................................................................. 12
Inserting the Battery ..................................................................................................................................... 12
REMOVE THE BAT T E RY ....................................................................................................................................... 13
CHARGING THE BATTERY ................................................................................................................................... 14
Charging by cable ......................................................................................................................................... 14
Charging by cradle ........................................................................................................................................ 14
PC SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................................................... 17
CONNECTING TO PC........................................................................................................................................... 17
Connecting via USB Cradle.......................................................................................................................... 17
Connecting the Z-2121 directly via USB cable............................................................................................. 18
ABOUT THE PRODUCT ........................................................................................................................................ 19
Features ........................................................................................................................................................ 19
Prerequisites ................................................................................................................................................. 21
Skills Required .............................................................................................................................................. 21
SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................................................................................. 22

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START TO OPERATE THE Z-2121 .................................................................................................................. 23
SCANNING DATA ................................................................................................................................................. 23
SYSTEM MENU ................................................................................................................................................... 23
Run Task .................................................................................................................................................. 24
Task Utility............................................................................................................................................... 24
File Status Function............................................................................................................................. 25
Format Function .................................................................................................................................. 26
Delete Data Function........................................................................................................................... 27
Delete Task Function........................................................................................................................... 27
Setup Menu .............................................................................................................................................. 28
Basic Setup Function........................................................................................................................... 28
LCD Contrast Function .................................................................................................................. 29
Beep Volume Function ................................................................................................................... 30
Auto Power Off Function ............................................................................................................... 31
System Setup Function........................................................................................................................ 31
Communication Function ............................................................................................................... 32
Comm. Parameter Function ....................................................................................................... 32
Online Upload Function............................................................................................................. 36
Timeout Value Function.................................................................................................................. 38
System Timer Function................................................................................................................... 39
ID/PW/Date Mode Function........................................................................................................... 39
Device ID Function.................................................................................................................... 40
Password Function..................................................................................................................... 40
Date Mode Function .................................................................................................................. 41
Barcode Setup Function ...................................................................................................................... 41
Basic Set Function.......................................................................................................................... 42
Advance Set Function..................................................................................................................... 42
Pre/Postamble Function.................................................................................................................. 43
Upload Menu............................................................................................................................................ 43
Upload Data Function ......................................................................................................................... 44
Bluetooth Upload (SPP) ................................................................................................................. 44
Bluetooth Upload (USB) ................................................................................................................ 44
Delimiter Set Function ........................................................................................................................ 45
CONNECTING BLUETOOTH TO PC ............................................................................................................. 46

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Preface
About This Manual
Thank you for your purchase of the ZEBEX Z-2121 Portable Data
Collector. ZEBEX Z-2121 product is at the forefront of data collector
technology, and this manual will provide the necessary information on
the many and varied options available to you.
The Z-2121 product is a compact, ergonomic, modular and durable
data collector. It is designed for easy upgrade with an integrated BT
communication, 1D barcode scanner and vibration. The design is ideal
for the mobile worker as it simple and easy to use anywhere along a
supply chain.
Symbols used in this manual
A triangular shape indicates you should exercise
caution.
A circle shape indicates something you should not to
do.
A black circle indicates something you must to do.
A note symbol indicates you the information that is
important and you should be observed.
Copyright

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ZEBEX Industries Inc. makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this
material. Including but not limited to the imply warranties of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose. ZEBEX Industries Inc. shall not be liable
for errors contained herein or for incidental consequential damages in
connection with the furnishing, performance or use of this product.
ZEBEX Industries Inc. will be under no liability in respect of any defect
arising from fair wear and tear, willful damage, negligence, abnormal
working conditions, failure to follow the instructions and warnings, or
misuse or alteration or repair of the products without written approval.
No part of this document may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a
retrieval system, transcribed or translated into any language or computer
language in any form or by any means electronic, mechanical, magnetic,
optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, with express writ- ten consent and
authorization.
We reserve the right to make changes in product design without reservation
and without notification. The material in this guide is for information only
and is subject to change without notice.
ZEBEX is a registered trademark of ZEBEX INDUSTRIES INC.
Copyright © 2012. All rights reserved.
Safety Information
Your safety is of the utmost importance so please observe and follow
the following guidelines that allow you to use the scanner in a safe
and responsible way.
Laser Safety
The Z-2121 series Portable Data Collector complies with safety
standard IEC825-1(1993) for a Class 2 laser product. It also complies
with U.S.21CFR1040 as applicable to a Class II laser product. Avoid
staring at direct laser light as the laser beam may hurt your eyes.
LAS ER BEAM
Never look directly into the laser beam.
Doing so can cause serious eye damage.

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Safety Operation
WARNING
Disassembly and Modification
Never try to disassemble or modify the device in any way. All
servicing should be carried out be qualified Zebex personnel or
Zebex- approved engineers.
Interior Parts and Components
Never touch interior high voltage parts or components. Doing
so creates the danger of electrical shock.
Drop and Knock the Device
Be careful when using the device; do not drop or knock the
device as irreversible damage to the unit may occur.
Extreme temperature
Do not operate the device under extreme temperature.
Battery and Charger
The use of third-party battery or charger may either damage the
device or shorten the life of the device.
CAUTION
Dropping and Damage
Should the drop the device and damage it, immediately turn off
the power and contact your original dealer or an authorized
ZEBEX service provider. Continued use creates the danger of
fire and electrical shock.
Abnormal Conditions
Should the device become hot or start to emit smoke or an
original dealer or an authorized ZEBEX service provider.
Continued use creates the danger of fire and electrical shock.
Foreign Objects
Should any foreign matter ever get into the device, immediately
turn off the power and contact your original dealer or an
authorized ZEBEX service provider. Continued use creates the
danger of fire and electrical shock.
Moisture
Keep the device away from vases, planters, cups, glasses and
other containers of liquid. Also keep it away from metal. Water
and metal getting into the device creates the danger of fire and
electrical shock.

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Federal Communication Commission (FCC)
Statement
15.21
You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the part responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
15.105(b)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in the accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may
not cause interference;
This device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific
operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This
transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.

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Unpacking
Package Contents
u
Z-2121 series USB Cable
Portable Data Terminal (Terminal connect to PC USB port)
AC Adapter
BatteryPack
OR
RS-232 DB9 (F) Cable

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Optional Parts
Cradle package
RS-232 Docking Cradle USB Docking Cradle
AC Adapter
Purchaseable accessories
USB Cable Main Battery
RS-232 DB9 (F) Cable
AC Adapter

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General Guide
1 LED indicator (Right) Indicates the status of battery charge :
Red for battery just on charging and Green for full.
2 LCD screen Display various data when a program is being run.
3 Scan button The trigger of Barcode reading.
4 Keypad A total of 26 keys are provided to the power and other function keys.
5 Scan windows Emits a laser for bar code reading.
6 Battery Main battery
7 Communication port Communication with PC or charge by USB port

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Getting Started
Inserting the Battery
When inserting the battery for the first time, follow these directions:
1-3. Push the top lock to pick up the battery pack.
5-4. Insert the battery as shown.
6-7. Put the battery cover back.

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Remove the Battery
1. Turn the power off.
2. Remove the back cover.
3. Press the battery against the Z-2121 terminal, and lift it up and
away from the compartment.
4. Put the cover back.

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Charging the Battery
The Li-ion rechargeable battery can be charged while inserted in the
device itself or independently via the recharging slot at the back of the
cradle.
Charging by cable
Connect the charging cable and USB AC adaptor as shown.
Charging by cradle
1.
Put the Z-2121 on the cradle as shown in figure 2.
2. Connect the power adapter to the DB-9 (female) connector
3. Insert the power adapter to the wall socket.
Note 1:
1. The cradle can be connected both to the power adaptor for
battery charging and to the host computer for data uploading
as well as downloading at the same time.
2. To charge the battery, connect the power plug of the power
supply into the power jack on the DB-9 female connector.
3. The DB-9 (female) connector is used for battery charging and/or
communication with the PC.

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4. Battery charging and data exchange can be done at the same time
or respectively. The Z-2121 Data Collector, however, is unable to
communicate with the host computer when placed on the cradle
without the battery attached to it.
5. The battery is always charged via the cradle. There are two ways
to charge the battery. First, take the battery out from the Z-2121,
and insert it in the back slot of the cradle for fast charging, as
shown in Fig 3, which takes about 3 hours before it is fully
charged; second, put the battery in the Z-2121, and place it on
the cradle, with the Z-2121 either on or off, for slow charging, as
shown in Fig 2. This will need approximately 6 hours. To
maximize the battery’s life span, it is recommended that slow
charging be adopted unless there is a need for fast charging.
6. While the battery is being charged within the Z-2121 on the
cradle, data can still be exchanged between the PC and the
Z-2121 via the DB-9 connector and the RS-232 port.
7. The battery should stay on the cradle (either with the terminal or
independently) for at least 12 hours before being used the first
time or after months of idleness.

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Charging the Battery separately in the cradle
Insert the battery into the compartment at the rear of the cradle.
Connect the power jack to the cradle and plug AC adapter into the
socket.
NOTES
When charging the battery for the first time, charge for at least
12 hours prior to use.
Cradle-front view

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PC System Requirements
Windows XP Operating System
64 MB RAM
50 MB free HDD space
USB ports communication Interface
WLAN transmitter (optional)
Bluetooth transmitter/receiver (optional)
Connecting To PC
In order to use the software supplied with the Terminal, the mobile data
terminal must be connected to a PC.
Connecting via USB Cradle
The cradle must also be connected via one of your PC’s USB ports.
Attach one end of the cable to the USB interface on the cradle and the
other to your PC.

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Connecting the Z-2121 directly via USB cable
You can connect the Z-2121 directly to your PC, without the need for the
cradle, using the Mini USB cable, attaching it to the port on the left hand
side of the device.

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About The Product
The Z-2121 is a compact, ergonomic and durable portable data
collector. It is designed with an integrated Bluetooth communication
and 1D laser barcode scanner and 26-keys keypad. The design is
ideal for the mobile worker as it simple and easy to use anywhere
along a supply chain.
The Z-2121 features a 32-bit C-MOS Microprocessor. This
combination delivers high performance, low power consumption and
the diversity of a Bluetooth communication. Compared with other
systems currently available on the market, Z-2121 is the most
cost-effective to offering optimum performance.
Features
Hardware features
a. Compact size, lightweight, elegant, and easy to carry
on the waist strap by means of a tab mounted on
the back of the unit and a clip attached to the user’s
waist strap.
b. Ergonomic design, operated with one hand, easy to capture data.
c. Low power consumption. Good for 48-hour operation after a full
charge.
d. Auto shut-off function reduces power consumption and extends
battery life.
e. Built-in FREETASK allows the Z-2121 to be used for data
collecting without outside supports.
f. Programmable functions support WinTask Gen. for special data
collection.
g. Built-in Laser scanner as input device.
h. Built-in Real Time Clock for time-stamp.
i. Tone controllable buzzer.
j. A lithium back-up battery for memory protection.
k. Low-battery detecting circuit and low-power warning device.
l. RS-232C communication port.
m. BT connection.
Note:
a. The FREETASK is a built-in simple Data Base system with
which you can define your own storage structure for data
collection operation.
b. Win Task Gen. is a Windows based utility program with which you
can design the procedure for specified tasks and execute designed
tasks on the data terminal.

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Firmware features
a. Supports most of the popular barcode symbols.
b. Ability to discriminate among barcodes
c. Programmable auto-power-off time
d. The uploading or downloading can be fully controlled by the
computer.
e. Easy user-defined FREETASK, able to assign as many as 16
fields
f. Ability to execute as many as 8 TASK
Development Software features
a. Windows 95/98/NT based WinTask Gen.
b. Able to remotely program all functions as long as the terminal
(including the decoder) is connected to PC via the cradle.
c. Ability to upload data to PC
d. The FREETASK may be downloaded (from PC) to the terminal
e. In addition to the FREETASK, as many as 8 TASKs may be
downloaded to the terminal
f. Ability to edit TASK to execute specified data collecting tasks.
Cradle features
a. A special recharging circuit ensures recharging effects and
security of the lithium Ion battery during recharging.
b. Able to communicate with PC using a widely used RS-232 or
USB interface as shown in Fig 6.
CRD-21 DB-9 connector & power jack
Fig 6