Getting Started Guide
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1. Note On a T248X loaded with terminal emulation you may need to press to create the TE configuration file 9 Configure COM1 COM2 or COM4 using the next instructions To configure COM1 COM2 or COM4 to communicate with serial devices 1 Use the TRAKKER Antares 2400 Menu System to set these COM1 COM2 or COM4 serial port parameters e Time and date e Protocol default is Configurable e Baud rate e Optional parameters depending on the protocol Parity Data bits Stop bits Flow control EOM SOM LRC Handshake and Commands Via Serial Port For help see Using the Menu System to Configure the Terminal later in this guide Note For COM4 the Scanner Port field is only used on the TRAKKER Antares 242X hand held terminals For the T248X the Scanner Port field if shown is ignored Configure the serial port parameters for the serial device for example a PC to which you are connecting the terminal The values you set for the terminal s serial port must match the values set for the device s serial port To configure COM2 to communicate in an Intermec CrossBar network 1 Use the TRAKKER Antares 2400 Menu System to set these COM2 serial port parameters e Time and date e Protocol Multi Drop e Baud rate e Multi Drop address 17 TRAKKER Antares 248X Getting Started Guide 18 For help see Using the Menu System to Configure the Terminal later in this guide 2 Configure y2. Press the orange t key then the key Centered above a numeric key Green Press the green key then the key Right side above the key Blue Press the blue f key then the key Your terminal ships with function key labels You can use the labels to identify custom function keys Write the name for each function key on a strip of five labels Insert the strip into the slot above the function keys Note There are two sizes of function key labels Use the labels that are slightly larger if vou have a T248X with an oversized function numeric keypad Use the smaller labels for an alphanumeric keypad o p 2 7 F z z 7 ee a 2 IO I be S Sie 14 tb a s 0 CF a A I X CDC s m ve Caps Ctrl 4 5 6 COIOOOOOWOOOO C gt FnL FnR 7F 11178 O00000 o HHG KK re F ra ro Fio lt gt Enter lt Ins Del e r o 248XG 040 Using the Status Lights Using the Status Lights You can use the termina s status lights to monitor the status of backup battery power RF and network communications special keys and bar code scanning The status lights only flash or turn on to indicate the current status K 248XG 016 Power Network Connect Network Transmit Modifier Key Caps Lock Good Read User Defined Developing Applications for the Termina
3. Getting Started Guide TRAKKER Antares 249X Stationary Terminal Intermec Intermec Technologies Corporation 6001 36th Avenue West P O Box 4280 Everett WA 98203 9280 U S service and technical support 1 800 755 5505 U S media supplies ordering information 1 800 227 9947 Canadian service and technical support 1 800 688 7043 Canadian media supplies ordering information 1 800 268 6936 Outside U S and Canada Contact your local Intermec service supplier The information contained herein is proprietary and is provided solely for the purpose of allowing customers to operate and or service Intermec manufactured equipment and is not to be released reproduced or used for any other purpose without written permission of Intermec Information and specifications in this manual are subject to change without notice 1998 by Intermec Technologies Corporation All Rights Reserved The word Intermec the Intermec logo JANUS IRL TRAKKER Antares Adara Duratherm EZBuilder Precision Print PrintSet Virtual Wedge and CrossBar are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Intermec Technologies Corporation Throughout this manual trademarked names may be used Rather than put a trademark or symbol in every occurrence of a trademarked name we state that we are using the names only in an editorial fashion and to the benefit of the trademark owner with no intention of infringement Contents Contents Introd
4. To install the T248X you must remove the back panel to connect power input devices and communications ports The next illustration shows all the connectors on a T2480 or T2481 that has an enhanced input output board and the Ethernet option 248XG 025 Each feature on the back panel is defined next Terminal block connectors The terminal blocks shipped with the terminal let you connect four sense inputs four output relays and an amplified external speaker to the terminal You use the sense inputs to monitor events such as the opening or closing of a door You use the output relays to actuate external devices such as a door lock The terminal block connectors are only available on a T248X with the option for the enhanced input output board 12V power supply connector The terminal operates using an external power supply It has a backup battery that is designed to back up all memory and the real time clock only in case of a power failure You must have a power supply connected to operate the terminal 3 Badge scanner 6 pin connector You can order the terminal with an integrated badge scanner already installed or order the badge scanner accessory to install at a later date You can also attach an input device instead of the badge scanner A Installing and Configuring the Terminal External scanner Stewart 10 pin connector You must use an interface cable
5. V power supply connector 12V power supply plug Cable restraint Cable restraint bar To power supply Scissors seal 4 Usea Phillips screwdriver to loosen one of the screws on the cable restraint Route the power supply cable under the cable restraint Tighten the screw to secure the cable 5 Route all the cables under the cable restraint bar and through the scissors seal 6 Leave the back panel off and continue with the instructions to connect other network devices Charging the Backup Battery The backup battery backs up all memory and the real time clock in case of a power failure The backup battery is shipped inside the terminal but may not be fully charged You need to fully charge the backup battery after you install the terminal To charge the backup battery 1 Make sure the power supply is connected to the terminal and a powered electrical outlet 2 Letthe power supply charge the backup battery for 24 hours to fully charge the backup battery 15 TRAKKER Antares 248X Getting Started Guide 16 Connecting to Serial Devices and Networks You use the terminal s serial ports to transfer data between the terminal and a serial device Every T248X has one serial port COM1 that supports RS 232 communications You can use COM1 to connect to a serial device such as a printer scale or PC The terminal has an option for an enhanced input outp
6. ammable flash memory 750K available for use e 1MB battery backed RAM 512K available for use e Extended memory option for an additional 2MB flash e Extended memory option for an additional 2MB or 4MB SRAM storage drive option for the T2480 or T2481 with Ethernet and the T2485 or T2486 Where to Find More Information 24 The TRAKKER Antares 248X Stationary Terminal User s Manual Part No 066960 contains all the information necessary to install configure operate and troubleshoot the T248X For information on ordering a manual contact your local Intermec sales representative
7. can attach an adapter cable accessory Part No 067185 to the 10 pin COM4 connector to use an additional serial port for RS 232 serial communications For help ordering the adapter cable contact your local Intermec service representative COM4 is only available on a T248X with the option for the enhanced input output board 11 TRAKKER Antares 248X Getting Started Guide 12 CAUTION Attaching the Antenna On the T2485 and T2486 the antenna is shipped separately Remove the antenna from the shipping box and attach the antenna as shown Choose a location for the terminal where the antenna can be effective Do not place the terminal where the antenna is too close to a metal wall or it will limit the communications range B Caution Make sure all components with antennas are at least 1 foot 0 3 meters apart when power is applied Failure to comply could result in 248XG 011 eguipment damage Conseil Assurez vous gue la distance entre tous les l ments avec antennes soit au moins un pied 0 3 m tres avant de faire la connexion avec Valimentation lectrique faute de quoi vous risguez d endommager votre installation Using the Desk Mount or Wall Mount Bracket There are two accessories to help you mount the terminal e TRAKKER Antares 248X Desk Mount Bracket Part No 066709 e TRAKKER Antares 248X Wall Mount Bracket Part No 066708 To install the desk mount bracket 1 Connect power and all other devic
8. communications and network options The next illustration shows some examples of the different data collection networks in which you can use the terminal CrossBar Ethernet gt T2485 6 T2485 6 2 4 GHz RF TCP IP JN Direct Connect gt Printer 248XG 030 OE a cl i 2 4 GHz RF UDP Plus The steps to install your T248X depend on the options you purchased and the type of network or devices to which you want to connect the terminal Use these next steps to install and configure your terminal Installing and Configuring the Terminal To install your T248X 1 Attach the antenna on a T2485 or T2486 See page 12 N If you have a wall mount bracket install it and install the terminal in the wall mount bracket See page 12 Connect the power supply and input devices to the T248X See page 14 Charge the backup battery See page 15 Connect the T248X to serial devices or networks See page 16 Connect the T2480 or T2481 directly to an Ethernet network See page 18 Connect the T2485 or T2486 to an RF network See page 19 PV ON VL 0 If you have a desk mount bracket install it and install the terminal in the desk mount bracket See page 12 Before you get started use the next section to learn about the connectors and components inside the rear enclosure of the terminal TRAKKER Antares 248X Getting Started Guide 10 Understanding the Back Panel
9. cting to an RF Network Press the TCP IP Direct Connect UDP Plus Access point po DCS 300 Access point I l I G I E V T2485 6 gt 248XG 032 key on the keypad The Boot Menu appears Note If the backup battery charge is low you may need to press es to exit a battery information screen Press 1 to boot the terminal and initialize the firmware The TRAKKER Antares screen appears Next either a sample application screen or a terminal emulation TE application welcome screen appears Note On a T2485 or T2486 loaded with terminal emulation you may need to press to create the TE configuration file Use the TRAKKER Antares 2400 Menu System to set these network parameters Time and date Network activate 2 4 GHz Controller IP address UDP Plus or Host IP address TCP IP Terminal IP address RF domain RF security identification ID Network port TCP IP Note If the T2485 or T2486 is on a different IP subnetwork from the DCS 300 or host you must also configure the default router and subnet mask Installing and Configuring the Terminal For help see the next section Using the Menu System to Configure the Terminal Using the Menu System to Configure the Terminal You use the TRAKKER Antares 2400 Menu System to set serial port or network parameters on the T2480 T2481 T2485 or T2486 To con
10. e layout or oversized function numeric keypad for data collection The terminal ships with a keypad to match the application or language you ordered Status lights provide power keypad data network and scanning information Antenna on the T2485 and T2486 supports 2 4 GHz radio freguency communications Introduction Unpacking the Terminal The TRAKKER Antares stationary terminal ships with TRAKKER Antares 248X Stationary Terminal 248XG 041 TRAKKER Antares 2480 2481 2485 or 2486 stationary terminal Badge scanner visible or infrared optional Antenna for T2485 and T2486 Terminal blocks to connect sense inputs output relays and an amplified external speaker ships only with the enhanced input output board option Getting started guide and safety supplement Labels for custom function key labels QOO OOO Intermec power supply and North American power cord If you are using the terminal outside North America you need to purchase a power cord for the power supply When you remove the terminal from its box save the box and shipping material in case you need to ship or store the terminal Check the contents of the box against the invoice for completeness and contact your local Intermec service representative if there is a problem TRAKKER Antares 248X Getting Started Guide Installing and Configuring the Terminal The TRAKKER Antares 248X terminal has several
11. es through the back panel of the terminal 2 Install the desk mount bracket and the terminal For help see the accessory instruction sheet Desk mount bracket WARNING Installing and Configuring the Terminal To install the wall mount bracket 1 Install the wall mount bracket and the terminal For help see the accessory instruction sheet 2 Connect power and all other devices through the back panel of the terminal To mount the power supply e The T248X and the power supply are dust and moisture protected to IEC 60529 1P53 only when installed properly in the Intermec desk A mount or wall mount bracket The brackets use a power supply holder to effectively protect the Wall mount bracket power supply from dust and moisture For help see the accessory instruction sheets 248XG 021 Intermec recommends that you use the desk or wall mount bracket to mount the T248X and protect the power supply You can use other mounting brackets or enclosures However without the Intermec desk or wall mount bracket the power supply is intended for indoor use only Use of any other mounting brackets or enclosures will void the environmental protection ratings of the terminal Warning Installation of the power supply must be performed strictly in accordance with the procedures contained in the TRAKKER Antares 248X desk and wall mount bracket instruction sheets Failure to protect the power supply in areas of high dust and mois
12. figure the terminal 1 Press t lt 2 4 8 or scan this bar code to access the TRAKKER Antares 2400 Menu O MOH MEN System Configuration Menu Diagnostic Menu Enter Test and Service Mode System Menu LA ALA A A fuj sa iada N elect item 3 CEnter l Next screen The Main Menu appears F11 Help CE c Exit 2 Choose the System Menu and then press Use the Set Time and Date option to KO set the current time and date For help in the menu system press Fi Press es to exit the System Menu The Main Menu appears 4 Choose the Configuration Menu and then press The Configuration Menu appears Use the Communications Menu to configure the network parameters and the serial port parameters CONFIGURATION MENU Sumbologies Menu Communications Menu Terminal Menu N Select item CEnter Next screen CFil Help CEscl Exit 248XG 015 5 Press to exit the Configuration Menu When prompted save your changes to RAM Press se to exit the Main Menu and save your changes in flash memory 21 TRAKKER Antares 248X Getting Started Guide Using the Keypad 22 The terminals come with a color coded keypad to make it easier to remember key combinations Position on the Keypad Color To Type the Character Middle of the key or centered Grey Press the key above the key Left side above the key Orange
13. l The TRAKKER Antares terminals ship loaded with a terminal emulation application a screen mapping application or a sample application You can develop your own client server application for the T248X and then download the application to the terminal Intermec has two development tools that you can use to create applications e TRAKKER Antares Programmer s Software Kit Part No 065332 has a full set of programming tools to help you create applications for the terminal e EZBuilder Part No 066381 is a rapid application development tool that provides programmers and technically oriented non programmers with a guick and easy way to create applications for the terminal 23 TRAKKER Antares 248X Getting Started Guide Specifications Terminal Dimensions Length 10 7 in 27 2 cm 11 3 in 28 7 cm with a badge scanner installed Height 9 6 in 24 4 cm Depth 3 9 in 9 9 cm Weight 9 5 Ibs 4 3 kg Power Specifications Operating with power supply 95 to 250 VAC 50 to 60 Hz 125 mA Memory Backup Rechargeable NiCad 700 mA battery pack Electrical Specifications Models T2480 T2481 T2485 and T2486 Electrical rating 12V 750 mA Temperature and Environmental Specifications Operating the terminal 4 F to 122 F 20 C to 50 C Storing the terminal 4 F to 140 F 20 C to 60 C Charging the backup battery 32 F to 104 F 0 C to 40 C Relative humidity 0 to 95 non condensing Memory e 2MB progr
14. munications in a wireless 2 4 GHz RF network In addition to the standard features your TRAKKER Antares 248X terminal may have these optional features e Enhanced input output I O board with these features e Additional serial port COM2 for RS 232 422 485 communications or multi drop CrossBar network connectivity e Additional serial port COM4 for RS 232 communications e Four sense inputs to monitor events four output relays to activate external devices for example open doors or gates and connectors for an amplified external speaker e Ethernet 10BaseT connectivity for the T2480 and T2481 e Extended SRAM storage drive 2MB or 4MB to store files option for the T2480 or T2481 with Ethernet and the T2485 or T2486 e Extended flash memory 2MB to either store double byte fonts or to configure as a 2MB drive This getting started guide explains how to install and use the T248X TRAKKER Antares 248X Getting Started Guide T248X Stationary Terminal Features The TRAKKER Antares 248X terminals are designed to make data collection easy and include these features DO 248XG 022 CGA compatible screen with graphics LCD On the T2480 and T2485 the terminal has a 4 line by 40 character screen On the T2481 and T2486 the terminal has a 12 line by 40 character screen that is configurable up to 25 lines Optional badge scanner visible or infrared for bar code data collection Alphanumeric PC styl
15. our 9154 or 9161 controller to add the new multi drop T248X device For help see your controller user s manual Connecting Directly to an Ethernet Network The TRAKKER Antares 2480 and 2481 terminals have an option for an Ethernet 10BaseT card With this option your terminal can communicate to a host or any device on an Ethernet network To connect to an Ethernet network 1 Configure your host computer and network Assign an IP address for the T2480 or T2481 2 Connect the Ethernet jack to the Ethernet connector on the back of the terminal Ethernet connector To Ethernet network 3 Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen one of the screws on the cable restraint Route the Ethernet cable under the cable restraint Tighten the screw to secure the cable 4 Route the cable under the cable restraint bar and through the scissors seal 5 With the seal facing toward the terminal place the back panel on the back of the terminal 6 Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the six screws to 19 in Ib torque Installing and Configuring the Terminal 7 Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into an Ethernet jack on your network 8 Press the 0 key on the keypad The Boot Menu appears Note If the backup battery charge is low you may need to press es to exit a battery information screen 9 Press 1 to boot the terminal and initialize the fi
16. rmware The TRAKKER Antares screen appears Next either a sample application screen or a terminal emulation TE application welcome screen appears Note On a T248X loaded with terminal emulation you may need to press to create the TE configuration file 10 Use the TRAKKER Antares 2400 Menu System to set these network parameters e Time and date e Network activate Ethernet e Controller IP address UDP Plus or Host IP address TCP IP e Terminal IP address e Network port For help see Using the Menu System to Configure the Terminal later in this guide Connecting to an RF Network The TRAKKER Antares 2485 or 2486 terminal can communicate with a host computer in Intermec s 2 4 GHz RF network either through the DCS 300 or directly through the access points The terminal uses one of these RF network protocol options to communicate with other devices e UDP Plus e TCP IP Each T2485 or T2486 ships with only one of these RF network protocols To configure the T2485 or T2486 to use RF communications 1 Configure the DCS 300 UDP Plus or host TCP IP For help with the DCS 300 see the DCS 300 System Manual Part No 067296 Note You can use the DCS 300 or Model 200 Controller For help with the controller see the Model 200 Controller System Manual Part No 063439 2 Configure the access point For help see your access point user s manual 19 TRAKKER Antares 248X Getting Started Guide 20 Conne
17. to connect an input device to the terminal You can attach these input devices e Intermec 126X 127X and 128X wands e Intermec 1354 and 1355 badge scanners e Intermec 1516 1517 1518 1519 and 1545 laser scanners e Intermec 1550A and 1551A laser scanners e Intermec 1550B laser scanner with software revision 1 9 or later e Intermec 1551B laser scanner with software revision 1 1 or later e Intermec 1463 CCD scanner Note If you have a device installed on the badge scanner connector you must configure the 1463 Trigger mode to either Manual Trigger or Auto Trigger Intermec is always testing and developing new input devices For an updated list of Intermec approved input devices for the T248X see your Intermec sales representative Note You can use the 1464 CCD scanner only if you do not have a device installed on the badge scanner connector Cable restraint You use the cable restraint to secure the power supply cable the terminal block wires and the Ethernet cable Ethernet connector The 10BaseT Ethernet connector lets you connect the T2480 or T2481 directly to an Ethernet network COM1 You can communicate with other RS 232 devices such as PCs and printers through the COM1 serial port COM2 You can use the COM2 serial port for e RS 232 RS 422 or RS 485 serial communications e Multi Drop CrossBar network connectivity COM2 is only available on a T248X with the option for the enhanced input output board COM4 You
18. ture may result in injury or death due to electric shock Avertissement L installation de la source d alimentation doit tre ex cut e en respectant de facon stricte les proc dures d crites dans les feuilles instruction du TRAKKER Antares 248X de bureau et mont au mur L chec de la protection de la source d alimentation dans des zones de grande poussi re et d humidit peut entra ner des blessures ou la mort en raison dun choc lectrique 13 TRAKKER Antares 248X Getting Started Guide 14 Connecting Power and Input Devices You connect power and input devices through the rear enclosure of the TRAKKER Antares 248X terminal To connect the power supply and input devices 1 Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the six screws on the back panel Screw 6 places 248XG 005 Back panel 2 Remove the back panel and place it on a clean surface 3 Connect the power supply and input devices to the back of the terminal e Connect the power supply plug to the 12V power supply connector Next connect the power cord from the power supply to a powered electrical outlet e Connect the badge scanner 6 pin connector to the badge scanner connector e Connect the Stewart 10 pin connector from the input device to the external scanner connector Installing and Configuring the Terminal Connecting the Power Supply and Input Devices External Badge scanner scanner connector connector 12
19. uction 5 T248X Stationary Terminal Features 6 Unpacking the Terminal 7 Installing and Configuring the Terminal 8 Understanding the Back Panel 10 Attaching the Antenna 12 Using the Desk Mount or Wall Mount Bracket 12 Connecting Power and Input Devices 14 Charging the Backup Battery 15 Connecting to Serial Devices and Networks 16 Connecting Directly to an Ethernet Network 18 Connecting to an RF Network 19 Using the Menu System to Configure the Terminal 21 Using the Keypad 22 Using the Status Lights 23 Developing Applications for the Terminal 23 Specifications 24 Where to Find More Information 24 iii Introduction Introduction Congratulations on Selecting Intermec to help meet your data collection needs You have chosen the world leader in the data collection industry The TRAKKER Antares 248X terminals T2480 T2481 T2485 and T2486 are fixed position data collection terminals You use these programmable terminals to run either client server applications or terminal emulation Your stationary terminal ships with these standard features e 512K RAM reserved for applications e 750K flash drive to store applications and files e Scanner port for an integrated badge scanner e Scanner port to attach a wand laser scanner or CCD scanner SANE e Serial port for RS 232 communications between the terminal and host The T2485 and T2486 terminals also have the ability to transmit data via radio freguency RF com
20. ut board that provides two additional serial ports COM2 supports RS 232 422 485 communications You can use COM2 to connect to a serial device a wired network or an Intermec CrossBar network COM4 supports RS 232 communications You need the adapter cable accessory Part No 067185 to use COM4 To connect the COM ports 1 Connect the 9 pin RS 232 connector from a serial device to the COM1 connector on the back of the terminal COM1 COM2 To device 2 Connect the 25 pin serial or multi drop connector from a serial device or network to the COM2 connector on the back of the terminal 3 Connect the 9 pin RS 232 connector from a serial device to the COM4 adapter cable on the back of the terminal 4 Route the cables under the cable restraint bar and through the scissors seal With the seal facing toward the terminal place the back panel on the back of the terminal 6 Usea Phillips screwdriver to tighten the six screws to 19 in lb torque 7 Press the Installing and Configuring the Terminal lo key on the keypad The Boot Menu appears Note If the backup battery charge is low you may need to press es to exit a battery information screen Press _1 to boot the terminal and initialize the firmware The TRAKKER Antares screen appears Next either a sample application screen or a terminal emulation TE application welcome screen appears
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