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1. U i Dei ee 14 il 10 qp wj Fieke ol a Jrd oh Afs a A ch LU llch Small Code Windowing Medium Code Windowing WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 46 K MISS 02 9 2 Windowing continued Users may optimize the CR2500 decode zone if their application only requires one bar code format If the size and density of the bar codes to be scanned are consistent please select the setting below that best describes your environment 1 Dimensional Codes ONLY 1024 X 200 pixels D H M209 _ 01 Caution It may be more difficult to read other codes while in this setting You must have the reader farther away than normal Small 2 Dimensional Codes 480 x 480 pixels ag M210_01 Large 2 Dimensional Codes 640 x 640 pixels CSN E M212_01 5 3 Mirror Decoding Scan the following codes to enable disable the mirroring feature On Off Default M182 _01 M181_02 Medium 2 Dimensional Codes 512 x 512 pixels Wie a M211_01 Reset to Default Setting 1024 X 640 pixels EE M213 01 Note The Mirroring feature allows the CR2500 to read codes as they are seen through a mirror inversed 180 If the Mirroring feature is enabled non mirrored reading ability will be disabled 5 4 Anti Glare Anti glare technology improves performance on highly reflective surfaces The CR2500 will detect when the glare from the i2. ccc cccccsececeeeeceeeeceeecea cece eeseeceseeesaeeseueesaeeseueeseeeseneesaees 42 4 4 Backlight Timeout Settings EE 42 i Ee reen Le 42 4 6 Reader Power Off Gettngs 42 4 Reader ID and Firmware Version 43 4 8 Reader Settings ee 43 4 9 Lock out Bel e 10 eae E 43 C004386_06_CR2500 User Manual iv Chapter 5 Advanced Decode Performance ccccccceeeceeeceeeceeeneeeneeeneeenseensenaseneseeeeeesenesenesens 44 5 1 Set Targeting Zone TOlCranCes cccceccccsecceececeeeceeeeceeeceeessaeeseueesueeseeeesaeesaueeseeessueeseesoas 45 Sr ne e ln e D 46 os NNO DOCO eege 47 S4 ANO E 47 Chapter 6 Adding a Prefix or Suffix and Reader Text Commande cccceccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 48 TSS ln Le E 49 Ser E lee 49 6 3 Erase Prefix and Suffix Gettnge 50 6 4 Reader Text COMMANGS eet eege gege deeg 50 Chapter 7 CR2500 Maintenance and Troubleshooting cccccceseeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeneseeneseees 51 1 1 Reset Reader to Factory Defaults E 52 7 2 General Safety Information ccccccccccccessceceeeeceeeceececeeeeceeseeeseeeseaeeseueesaeesageeseeseueeseeesons 52 EE E E EE 53 TAa EE 54 7 5 Frequently Asked QUESTIONS ccccccc cece eeecececeeecececeeeecaeeceueesegeesueeseueesaeesaueesaeessueeseeeseas 54 FOG ZOO IVC ne 54 C004386_06 CR2500 User Manual v Chapter 1 Getting Started C004386_06 CR2500 User Manual 1 1 1 Introduction With new high
3. 3 18 PDF 417 Symbology scan the following codes to enable disable PDF 417 symbology settings PDF 417 On Default PDF417 Off Macro PDF 417 On WWW el 8 L E ie ae M293 _01 M292 01 M287_01 Macro PDF 417 Off Default Sample PDF 417 Code M286 01 WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 37 r M188 02 3 19 Pharmacode For an explanation of Pharmacode settings and all programming codes please refer to Appendix G of the CR2500 User Manual You may download the Appendix G at 3 20 Postal Symbologies http www codecorp com manuals php All postal code default settings are OFF Scan the following codes to enable the appropriate Postal symbology Note If you wish to change which Postal code is activated you MUST first scan the disable all postal codes symbol and then scan your desired symbology Australian Post On SG M252 01 Planet On M256 01 Royal Mail On dm M258 01 4 State CB On Intelligent Mail S M748 OI Japan Post On M253 01 Postnet On M257 01 Disable All Postal Codes Default M259 01 3 21 QR Code Symbology Scan the following codes to enable disable QR Code symbology settings QR Code On S Miel 01 Disable Checksum Default M264 01 All QR On includes Micro QR Sample Micro QR Ku E Save Settings r M188 02 QR Code Off Default M260 o QR Code Inverse On M262 OI Inverse QR and Micro QR On Zeg M687_03
4. 1 8 7 Configuration for Belkin Bluetooth Manager Software Continued 3 Your local service Bluetooth Serial Port profile should now read Not Required Bluetooth Configuration General Accessibility Discovery Local Services Client Applications Hardware im Select the services that this computer will provide to other Bluetooth devices Double click a service name to set its security start up options and properties Service Name Audio Gateway Headset PIM Synchronization Fax File Transfer PIM ltem Transfer Dial up Networking Network Access Bluetooth Serial Port Properties Startup Secure Connection COM Port Auta Auto Auto Maru Auto Auto Mam Auta Not Required Not Required Required Required Required Not Required Required Required _ Not Required ped Senai Service figure 5 4 Open the Accessibility Tab and verify that All Devices are allowed to connect this is the default setting You should now be able to connect your CR2500 Bluetooth Configuration General Accessibility Discovery Local Services Client Applications Hardware v Let other Bluetooth devices discover this computer Devices allowed to connect to this computer Allow All devices Select the devices that may access this computer Add Device Delete In addition to a visual notification pou may select an audio notification when a PIN c
5. Devices Options COM Ports Hardware Bt stack 24 MicrosoftBT This computer is using the COM serial ports listed below To determine whether you need a COM port read the documentation 5 that came with your Bluetooth device Port Direction Name tmplmagssedi E RecycleBin Add COM Port Select the type of COM serial port that you want to add Incoming device initiates the connection H Ba Outgoing computer initiates the connection ess Learn more about Bluet Altiris Software Virtualization q Adobe Reader 7 0 Learn more about Bluetooth device COM ports ee 2 C002640_00 usbFirmware t ht usbhid_106 Reader Setup O02450_20 Utility ei MicrosoFtBT doc Mic EEN Bache 7 Install the Code XML Router Software to the Device on the Appropriate COM Port Reboot the PC and then scan your QuickConnect code to connect Please note that the Window Stack does not allow a device to connect until the Com Port is opened CodeXML Router must be installed or the serial application must be started before the QuickConnect Code is read Scan the QuickConnect Code generated in step 3 Windows will prompt for a Passkey The default Passkey is 12345678 Ku Save Settings E MISS oi C004386_06 CR2500 User Manual 21 1 8 10 Installing CodeXML Router Bluetooth Edition for Windows 1 Insert the Code Router Bluetooth Edition
6. KIX siwi M254 01 Postnet and Planet On M255 01 Sample Postnet Code AIDIOIOIUIDTODDUIIOODIIO Enable Checksum M265 _01 Both Inverse and Standard On Ip a M263 01 Sample QR Code m a m 5 ps m C004386_06 CR2500 User Manual 38 3 22 GS1 data bar formerly RSS Symbology Scan the following codes to enable disable GS1 data bar formerly RSS symbology settings GS1 data bar Limited On GS1 data bar 14 Truncated On GS1 data bar 14 Stacked On pers r M268 _01 M271_01 M270 01 GS1 data bar Expanded On Default All GS1 data bar On All GS1 data bar Off M269 01 M266 01 M267 01 Sample GS1 data bar Limited Code Sample GS1 data bar 14 Code Sample GS1 data bar 14 Truncated Code Sample GS1 data bar 14 Stacked Code OC OU 3 23 Telepen Symbology Scan the following codes to enable disable Telepen symbology settings Telepen On Default Telepen Off Sample Telepen 3 24 UPC EAN JAN Scan the following codes to enable disable UPC EAN JAN symbology settings M677_01 M676 01 UPC On Default UPC Off UPC Short Margin Enabled D a M295 01 M294 01 M299 01 UPC Short Margin Disabled Default UPC Extension On UPC Extension Off M298 01 M297_01 M296 _ 01 Sample UPC A Code 1 23456 78912 8 WC Save Settings C004386_ 06 CR2500 User Manual 39 r M188 02 Chapter 4 Reader Feedback and Special
7. Optimization and Trigger Programming WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 25 r M188_02 2 1 Introduction By defining if you are scanning large small high denisty or low density types of symbology s the CR2500 has options that will maximize decoding speed The chart below shows options that will improve performance based on parameters listed in each box SXGA SB Both High Density Codes Fields Standard Density Codes Small to Large Codes SH High Density High Density Codes Field Small Size 2D SW Wide Field Standard Density Codes Medium to Large Codes The CR2500 is easily customizable each trigger can be independently programmed for different behavior High Density Field The High Density Field can decode small bar codes It has an optimal focal point of 3 3 83 82 mm away from the lens of the reader See Figure 1 27 for optimal read distances Wide Field The Wide Field can decode standard size bar codes It has an optimal focal point of 3 3 83 82 mm away from the lens of the reader The following tables provide readable codes to program all or individual triggers to perform within different parameters See Figure 1 28 for optimal read distances The following tables provide the code to program all or individual triggers to perform with different parameters WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 26 r M188 02 2 2 Global Trigger Optimization Matrix SXGA Both
8. Performing authentication and encryption Server Performing authentication and encryption Client ar Security Setting of Personal Area Network PAN Performing authentication and encryption Server Performing authentication and encryption Client Security Setting of Mouse HID Performing authentication and encryption Server Performing authentication and encryption Client 2 Security Setting of Audio A2DP Tl Derfaersiee siithestiestan sed degen pa bi tags Cees File Transfer Password Le Cancel 5 Install the Code XML Router Software to the Device on the Appropriate COM Port Reboot the PC and then scan your QuickConnect code to connect Please note that the Toshiba Stack does not allow a device to connect until the Com Port is opened CodeXML Router must be installed or the serial application must be started before the QuickConnect Code is read 6 Scan the QuickConnect Code generated in step 3 If step 4 was not done Windows will prompt for a Passkey The default Passkey is 12345678 WC Save Settings C004386_ 06 CR2500 User Manual 19 a K M188_02 1 8 9 Configuration for Microsoft Bluetooth Stack Instructions 1 Right click on the Microsoft Bluetooth Stack system tray icon select Open Bluetooth Settings 2 Go to the Hardware tab and select the Generic Bluetooth Radio and then click Properties Next select the Advanced tab Note the Address For the example show
9. Fields High Density Field Wide Field 2 3 Left Trigger Optimization Matrix SXGA Both Fields M631 02 High Density pai F e l d M632_02 Wide Field WC Save Settings C004386_ 06 _CR2500 User Manual 27 K MISS 02 2 4 Left Trigger Programming scan the following codes to set the left trigger functionality Left Trigger Take Picture Welt S M179 01 2 5 Right Trigger Optimization Matrix SXGA Both Fields Be M640 02 High Density Field Wide S Field Sek Moi 02 2 6 Right Trigger Programming scan the following codes to set the right trigger functionality Right Trigger Take Picture dm E M186 OI Ku E Save Settings r M188 02 C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 28 2 Handle Optimization Matrix SXGA Both Fields M622_03 High Density F l e d M623_03 Wide Field M624 03 2 8 Handle Trigger Programming Scan the following codes to turn picture taking mode on off Handle Trigger Take Picture eat M154 04 Ku Save Settings r M188_02 C004386_06_CR2500_ User Manual 29 2 9 Continuous Trigger Optimization Matrix SXGA Both Fields M649 02 High Density CR Field M650 02 Wide Field M651 02 2 10 Continuous Scan scan the following codes to turn continuous scanning on off Off Default On M141 02 M138 01 WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 30
10. r M188 02 2 11 Continuous Scan Settings 2 11 1 Continuous Scan Sleep Time Out Scan one of the codes below to set the amount of time a cabled CR2500 will operate in continuous scan mode without a decode before entering sleep mode Cabled 2 hours Default Cabled Always M136 OI M137_01 Scan one of the codes below to set the amount of time an uncabled CR2500 will operate in continuous scan mode before entering sleep mode Uncabled 5 minutes Default Uncabled 15 Minutes Uncabled 30 Minutes TE CA M145 01 M146_01 M147 01 Note This function is only recommended for short term use because of battery consumption 2 11 2 Continuous Scan Trigger Delays Scan the following codes to set delay time between scans 0 Seconds Default 1 Second 3 Seconds bd dr ef Re gp M142 01 M143_01 M144 01 2 11 3 Continuous Scan Duplicate Scan Suppression Scan the following codes to set the period of time during which duplicate codes are ignored 0 Seconds Default 1 Second 3 Seconds M222 01 M223_01 M224 01 2 12 Motion Detection Scan Settings scan the following codes to set the reader to read when it detects motion in its scanning zone Motion Detection On Motion Detection Off M701 01 M702_01 WC Save Settings C004386 06 _CR2500 User Manual 31 r M188 02 Chapter 3 CR2500 Programming Symbology Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 32 3 1 Aztec Symbology Scan the followin
11. 1 3 Reader Battery NI Slee OF EE 3 TESA AGIAN Handles E 3 125 POWGELING OMOR RAGES E 4 16 Balteh Ci AOD E 4 n le e ele ele 4 1 7 Ee Ke E 1 0 EE 4 1 2 CR2500 as a USB Keyboard E 5 1 7 2 1 Addional USB Communication Settings cccccecceeeceseeeeseeeceeeeseeeeneeaeeeeaes 6 1 22 Keyboard SUPPOL EE T 1 7 3 PS 2 Cable Installation Guide oe yiactacsceanecteannesnsecueeeanteeecegbeacieneeeenecaenteicaanesaeecnaasenes beaten 8 1 7 4 RS 232 Serial Cable Installation Gudde 9 1 7 4 1 Additional RS 232 Serial Communication Data Bit Gettngs 10 1 7 4 2 Additional RS 232 Serial Communication Baud Rate Settings 10 1 7 4 3 Additional RS 232 Serial Communication Parity Gettngs 10 120 Bluetooth Radio Operation E 11 TO Ee dell Lee EE 11 1 8 2 Bluetooth Radio Auto ONIN S CE EE 13 1 8 3 Bluetooth Radio Auto DISCONNECT EE 13 1 8 4 Bluetooth Radio Time Out Settings 0 0 0 0 ec ccccccsececeeeeceeeseeeseeeeeeeeseeeesaeesseeesaees 14 1 8 5 Bluetooth Radio Out of Range Notification Settings 00n00nn0nnnannannnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnne 14 1 8 6 Auto Save Last Bluetooth Address 14 1 8 7 Configuration for Belkin Bluetooth Manager Software Version 1 4 2 10 0 15 1 8 8 Configuration for Toshiba Bluetooth Stack Instruchons ccc cecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 17 1 8 9 Configuration for Microsoft Bluetooth Stack Instructions cece ceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeee
12. Bluetooth wireless radio The radio allows for point to point wireless communication with other Bluetooth devices that support serial port protocol SPP If Keyboard entry is necessary Code XML Router will need to be installed The following guide will give you general instructions on connecting your CR2500 to a desktop or laptop computer with a Bluetooth radio Connecting With A QuickConnect Code The easiest way to connect to a Bluetooth device is to visit the Code website and create a QuickConnect Code that is specific to your device Figure 1 22 This code will link your CR2500 directly to the desired Bluetooth device To create a QuickConnect Code you will need to know the Bluetooth address often referred to as the BD_ADDR of that device You can usually find the 12 character Bluetooth address somewhere on the device near the device s serial number see Figure 1 23 Figure 1 22 Figure 1 23 If you purchased a CodeXML Bluetooth Modem or a Belkin Bluetooth adapter from Code or from an authorized distributor a QuickConnect Code was included If you bought a Bluetooth adapter separately and wish to create a QuickConnect Code please visit Code s web site at http www codecorp com bdaddr php Important Note You will need to locate the Communications COM Port assigned to the Bluetooth serial port protocol While installing the Bluetooth Configuration Manager Software that was included with your Bluetooth adapter make sure to not
13. Data Matrix Inverse On Data Matrix Inverse Off Default M239 01 M240 01 Enable Improved Reading Capability Disable improved reading capability for hard to decode datamatrix symbols for hard to decode datmatrix symbols Default W i if M744 01 M745_01 Sample Data Matrix Code Sample Rectangular Data Matrix Code S n 3 10 GoCode Symbology GoCode is a miniature two dimensional 2 D symbol Developed to fit within a line of text GoCode features a multi dimensional adaptable matrix pattern that may be reproduced on virtually any surface GoCode is a private symbology and may be utilized by purchasing a runtime license through Code GoCode has many significant advantages over all common linear barcodes and 2 D symbols Please contact Code for more information on the benefits of utilizing a private symbology Sample GoCode m Kl ka WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 35 r M188 02 3 11 Interleaved 2 of 5 Symbology scan the following codes to enable disable Interleaved 2 of 5 symbology settings Int 2 of 5 On Default Int 2 of 5 Off Int 2 of 5 Two Digits On ae z e k i ine SCH M244 01 M243 OI M246 01 Int 2 of 5 Two Digits Off Int 2 of 5 Four Digits On Int 2 of 5 Four Digits Off d x E M245_02 M248 01 M247 _ 01 Sample Int 2 of 5 Code 123456789 3 12 Maxicode Symbology scan the following codes to enable disable Maxicode symbology settings Maxicode On Maxicode Off Def
14. Native Two Way Mode This mode is utilized when there is a need for error corrected communication between the CR2500 and an application through the USB port USB Virtual COM 1 Way Mode This mode allows a USB cabled CR2500 to function as a virtual COM port To use the CR2500 in this mode download the driver at www codecorp com downloads php USB HID POS Terminal ID 131 This mode allows a USB cabled CR2500 to communicate as a USB HID POS Terminal ID 131 device Scan the following codes to set the appropriate USB communication setting USB Keyboard USB Downloader USB Native Two Way Mode WER WU WU a M134 02 M133_01 M135 _04 USB Virtual COM 1 Way Mode USB HID POS Terminal ID 131 wil ie Ee in M668 Ol M736 01 C004386_06_CR2500 User Manual 6 1 7 2 2 Keyboard Support Scan the following codes to set appropriate keyboard mapping US English Default No Leading 0 for non printable characters M172_01 French M603 OI Custom Keyboard d Requests map to be installed M171_01 Ku Save Settings K MISS 02 US English Leading 0 for non printable characters Mot oi German Japanese Moni OI M605_01 Alternative OS Windows CE MAC Unix Linux Enable WE Li eosin M585 02 US English ctrl char for non printable characters M606_01 Universal Keyboard Alternative OS Disable Leh M584 02 C004386 06 CR2500_ User Manual 7 1 7 3 PS 2 Cable Install
15. Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 40 4 1 Volume and Vibration Settings Scan the following codes to set vibration mode Vibrate On Beep On Vibrate On Beep Off Vibrate Off Beep On M107_01 M109 01 M108_01 Scan the following codes to set your reader s volume Beep Off Beep Low Beep High Default ia Sr SE M111_01 M112 0 4 2 Code Readability Index The Readability Index provides a measurement of a specific symbol s ease or difficulty to be decoded by the CR2500 The Readability Index is specific to the CR2500 and should not be confused with a verification quality measurement The Readability Index is a blend of information obtained from the internal operations of the decoding algorithm pertaining to contrast symbology construct error detection forward error correction if applicable and other symbology specific characteristics The Readability Index is a score on a scale of 01 very poor to 100 very readable Due to differences based on motion skew reflection focus and ambient lighting the Readability Index on the same symbol may vary somewhat from read to read However a poor contrast or damaged symbol will score lower than a high contrast undamaged symbol The Readability Index can be used as a quick check on the reliability of label generation or marking systems When used in conjunction with the CR2500 stand or fixed mount positioning which fixes the distance from the reader to the sym
16. Settings Scan the following codes to set the amount of time before a reader powers off 1 Hour 2 Hours Default 4 Hours 2 E M691_02 M688 02 M689 02 WC Save Settings C004386_06_CR2500_User_Manual 42 r M188 02 4 7 Reader ID and Firmware Version To find out the Reader ID and firmware version open a text editor program i e Notepad Microsoft Word etc and read the following code Reader ID and Firmware E M153_01 You will see a text string indicating your firmware version and CR2500 ID number see below Xap IVVVVWWWWXXXXSSSSSSSSSSPXX XX XXX Xap i Code Internal ID not applicable VVVV is the application firmware version number WWWW is the bootloader firmware version number XXXX is the radio firmware version number SSSSSSSSSS Reader s serial number ten digits P is A if running firmware is the application B if BootLoader XXX XX XX Internal ID not applicable Example Xap i3000300006040010002363A06D SD SQ Note Code will periodically release new firmware for CR2500 readers For information on latest firmware versions call Code at 801 495 2200 To upgrade firmware please visit our website at http www codecorp com codesupport html and follow instructions provided 4 8 Reader Settings Lock To lock or unlock the current settings on your reader please scan the codes below codes memory transfer and delete commands Clear All CodeXML NOTE Prefix
17. can be programmed to focus on high density for smaller codes optimal focal point is 3 3 inches Hold the CR2500 still DO NOT SWIPE OR MOVE THE READER Press the trigger until the CR2500 beeps indicating the code has been successfully decoded The reader may be optimized to your specific environment by scanning codes in Chapter 2 WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 23 r M188_02 1 10 Imager Field Selection and Resolution The CR2500 s dual field optical system may be modified based on your scanning environment The 1 3 Million Pixel imager is divided into wide field and high density decode zones In each zone the resolution is 1024 x 640 pixels see Figure 1 26 If only the high density field is used small symbols the wide field image can be ignored If only the wide field is used large symbols the high density field can be ignored Further optimization may be obtained by windowing the field to a smaller area BY DEFAULT THE CR2500 DECODES ONLY THE WIDE FIELD 1024 O D gt O O High E Density SXGA Imaging Area Figure 1 26 1 11 Decode Zone ZU Emil Databk airie d TE e adie Gom 6 4 mil Doha hatin a peme 5 4 mi Detahiatix imager e nae A mil POFAaty rS mil Code 29 8 Char mn E e 20 ins 5 1 om 10 6 mi S51 Data Bar Stacked or 13 Ghar Fermeri RSS 12 5 mil Code 128 amp Char e Figure 1 27 WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 24 r M188_02 Chapter 2
18. installed When the CR2500 detects the radio is out of range the CR2500 will store data on the reader s non volatile memory The reader will continue to try and send data until radio is back in range Once the data is sent the data will be erased from the reader s memory The reader will continue to try and connect until it has reached the programmable radio time out setting The CR2500 Bluetooth protocol allows for two 2 forms of communication 1 Standard Bluetooth Reliability Mode previously One Way Mode Communication between the reader and host that does not require host acknowledgement This mode is only recommended when connecting to a device well within its specified range or if connecting to a simple device e g printer There are two settings in this mode e Max Range Default Greater range but data reliability is lower e Max Reliability Limits range but reliability is improved RF Standard Bluetooth RF Standard Bluetooth Reliability Mode Max Range Reliablility Mode Max Reliability pest BL Wa CR M127 OI M128 01 Note One Way Mode doesn t guarantee data integrity and you may have data loss when operating in the fringes of radio range or in the presence of radio interference 2 Additional Bluetooth Reliability Mode previously Two Way Mode This mode requires the implementation of software at the application level The reader receives confirmation via packet protocol verification and is 100 relia
19. time of the exchange Customer accepts full responsibility for its software and data including the appropriate backup thereof Repair or replacement of a product during warranty will not extend the original warranty term Code s Customer Service organization offers an array of service plans such as on site depot or phone support that can be implemented to meet customer s special operational requirements and are available at a substantial discount during warranty period WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 53 r M188_02 7 3 Warranty continued General EXCEPT FOR THE WARRANTIES STATED ABOVE CODE DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED ON PRODUCTS FURNISHED HEREUNDER INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON INFRINGEMENT The stated express warranties are in lieu of all obligations or liabilities on part of Code for damages including without limitation special indirect or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the use or performance of the product Seller s liability for damages to buyer or others regardless of the form of action whether by contract warranty tort malpractice and or otherwise resulting from the use of any product shall in no way exceed the purchase price of said product In no event shall Code be liable for any consequential special indirect incidental or punitive damages or for any loss of profi
20. 04386_06 CR2500 User Manual 4 r M188 02 1 7 Cabled Operation continued CR2500 with Cabled Handle If a handle was purchased for use with the CR2500 the 8 pin DIN connector is at the bottom of the handle Figure 1 2 Insert the 8 pin connector and firmly push the cable into the handle The cable has a locking mechanism that will firmly hold the cable in place If using the H2 cabled handle for additional stability there is an optional cable attachement clip that can secure the cable to the handle with two threaded screws Figure 1 13 BW Figure 1 12 Figure 1 13 1 7 2 CR2500 as a USB Keyboard To connect the CR2500 to your host computer via USB interface 1 Attach the USB cable to CR2500 Figure 1 14 2 There is no need to power of the computer Figure 1 15 Connect the USB cable to a USB port on the computer Figure 1 16 3 Once properly connected the CR2500 will power on and beep 4 Scan the below code M049 _03 for USB Keyboard Mode USB Keyboard Factory Reset Save Settings D I a d Whe r M188_02 M049 03 7 Scan the Save Settings Code M188_02 Figure 1 15 Figure 1 16 WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 5 r M188_02 1 7 2 1 Addional USB Communication Settings USB Keyboard Mode Data is sent from the Reader and interpreted by the host just as ifa US keyboard was being used to enter data USB Downloader This mode is used when downloading firmware USB
21. 06_CR2500_User Manual 3 1 5 Powering On Off Reader To power on the reader press and hold either of the red trigger buttons for 3 seconds Figure 1 9 The reader will power down after 2 hours of non use To change the default settings please see Section 4 6 Reader Power Off Settings Figure 1 9 1 6 Batch Operation 1 6 1 Introduction Batch data storage and data transfer are controlled by the resident JavaScript application on your CR2500 reader Please consult the Code Viewer user manual for the application on your CR2500 for instructions on how to control data storage and transfer 1 7 Cabled Operation 1 7 1 Introduction The CR2500 is a Multi Interface Unit MIU and is available with USB 6 ft or 12 ft RS 232 Serial and PS 2 cables All of the cables are connected to the CR2500 with a 8 pin DIN connector Figure 1 3 RS 232 PS 2 serial Hand Held CR2500 To install a cable directly to the CR2500 correctly line up the 8 pin DIN connector into the back end of the reader The arrows on the connector should be facing down Figure 1 10 When the reader and the cable connector are lined up firmly push the cable into the reader The cable has a locking mechanism that will firmly hold the cable in place Figure 1 11 To deattach the cable from the reader you must pinch the plastic on the 8 pin DIN and pull back to disengage the connector Figure 1 10 Figure 1 11 WC Save Settings C0
22. 6_06_CR2500_User_Manual 52 r M188 02 7 3 Warranty Code Corporation s CR2500 carries a three year limited warranty as described herein Customers may purchase a one or two year extension to this warranty Please contact a Code representative for more information Limited Warranty Code manufactures its hardware products in accordance with industry standard practices Code warrants its products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship provided that the products are used under normal operating condition intended by the Manufacturer This warranty is provided to the original owner only and is not transferable to any third party This warranty is subject to any and all accompanying disclaimers limitations and other terms of this section Terms of Warranty CR2500 readers carry a warranty of three years Other products with serial numbers such as but not limited to radios CodeXML modems battery chargers stands and power supplies are warranted for three years from date of shipment Batteries and battery handles carry a two year warranty or until battery capacity after recharge is less than sixty percent of new whichever is shortest Non serialized items such as but not limited to handles and cables carry a 90 day limited warranty Exclusions No warranty herein contained or set out shall apply to any product i which has been repaired altered or tampered with unless done or approved by Code ii which has not
23. R2500 tries to auto connect with the last Bluetooth radio with which it was connected if the steps previous were followed see Section 1 7 1 Connecting with a Quick Connect Code You may also re connect by scanning a QuickConnect code Scan the following codes to enable or disable Auto Connect feature for the Bluetooth radio Bluetooth Radio Bluetooth Radio NoE AOT A Auto Connect On Default Auto Connect Off EE as S SR Ge i See be set to On if Auto Disconnect is set to On Otherwise the QuickConnect code would need M068 01 M067_01 to be re scanned after every 1 8 3 Bluetooth Radio Auto Disconnect disconnect Auto Disconnect This feature is used when multiple CR2500 readers are connecting to the same Bluetooth Radio By enabling Auto Disconnect the CR2500 radio disconnects after each data transmission allowing other radios to connect Scan the following codes to enable or disable Auto Disconnect feature for the Bluetooth radio Bluetooth Radio Bluetooth Radio Auto Disconnect On Auto Disconnect Off Default k n n M066_01 M065_01 WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 13 r M188_02 1 8 4 Bluetooth Radio Time Out Settings Scan the following codes to set the period of time before the Bluetooth Radio will go into sleep mode due to inactivity Note Increasing the time before the reader will time out will decrease battery life 90 Seconds Default 5 Minutes 10 Minutes 15 Minutes ED
24. User Manual code Code Reader 2500 Manual Version 6 Release Date 12 15 09 Les C004386 06 CR2500 usermanua Statement of Agency Compliance Ke The Code Reader 2500 has been tested for compliance with FCC regulations and was found to be compliant with all applicable FCC Rules and Regulations IMPORTANT NOTE To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements this device must not be co located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The Code Reader 2500 has been tested for compliance to CE standards and guidelines and was found to conform to applicable CE standards specifically the EMC requirements EN 55024 ESD EN 61000 4 2 Radiated RF Immunity EN 61000 4 3 ENV 50204 EFT EN 61000 4 4 Conducted RF Immunity EN 61000 4 6 EN 55022 Class B Radiated Emissions and Class B Conducted Emissions Code voids product warranty if the hard case has been opened or tampered with in any way In addition a CB Test Certificate has been issued by the National Certification Board NCB indicating CR2500 meets all safety and quality standards in accordance to IEC 60950 1 2001 First Edition C004386_06_CR2500_User Manual i Code Reader 2500 User Manual Copyright 2005 Code Corporation All Rights Reserved The software described in this
25. and Suffix programming Reader Settings Locked Reader Settings Unlocked i Rules and Suffix Erase None commands are not locked by this M429 01 M428 01 feature 4 9 Lock out Link Mode This mode can be used to establish a permanent connection between the reader and a CodeXML modem Prepare the reader to communicate in RF Comm Mode by scanning the QuickConnect code on the paired modem to which you wish to establish a permanent link Listen for the single beep to verify the connection acknowledgement Scan the Lockout Link Mode code see below Set appropriate timeout settings if applicable see Section 1 4 4 To reassign a permanent connection to a different reader scan the unlock link code Using the new reader follow the directions outlined in the previous paragraph Lockout Link Mode Unlock Link Mode M711_01 M710_02 WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 43 r M188_02 Chapter 5 Advanced Decode Performance WC Save Settings C004386_06_CR2500 User Manual 44 r M188 02 5 1 Set Targeting Zone Tolerances The targeting tolerance is the zone around the green LED which is eligible for decoding The values of each of the following codes are the percent tolerance based on the size of the barcode As the targeting tolerance becomes smaller the targeting green LED must be more centered in the symbol being read Conversely as the targeting tolerance gets larger there i
26. ata e if you scan comma suffix twice you will get two comma suffixes Scan the following codes to set appropriate suffix Suffix Comma Suffix Line Feed Serial a M169 04 Suffix Carriage Return Line Feed Suffix Space Suffix Enter Keyboard Mode 7 Serial S d e M170_04 M161_04 WC Save Settings C004386_ 06 CR2500 User Manual 49 r M188 02 6 2 Suffix Settings continued Suffix Tab Keyboard Mode Suffix Tab Serial Suffix Erase r f Pir M167_04 M219_04 M405 _02 6 3 Erase Prefix and Suffix Settings Scan the following codes to erase all prefix and suffix data Erase Prefix amp Suffix Data kr 1 lls M406_02 6 4 Reader Text Commands Enabling Reader Text Commands allows the CR2500 to accept text commands via RS 232 Serial or RF communication Scan the following codes to enable disable reader text commands Reader Text Commands On Reader Text Commands Off Default d de M198 01 M197 02 Note Text commands can only be sent to the reader when it is active See Reader Host Interface Document for more information WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 50 K MISS 02 Chapter 7 CR2500 Maintenance and Troubleshooting WC Save Settings C004386 06 _CR2500 User Manual 51 r M188_02 7 1 Reset Reader to Factory Defaults Scan the following codes to reset reader Step 1 Reset the Reader Reset to USB Factor
27. ation Guide 1 Power off the computer If you disconnect the computer s keyboard while it is powered on your computer will lock up 2 Attach the the PS 2 cable to the CR2500 3 If you have a cabled keyboard detach the keyboard cable from the computer and connect that same connector to the female connection on the CR2500 PS 2 cable Figure 1 17 4 Now connect the male CR2500 PS 2 connector into the keyboard port on the computer Figure 1 18 5 Power on the computer The CR2500 is powered by the PS 2 port and does not require a power supply 6 Once properly connected the CR2500 will power on and beep Figure 1 17 Figure 1 18 PS 2 Factory Reset Save Settings he DS Whe Code does not guarantee compatibility d r with all models of computers M188 02 M060_03 WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 8 r M188 02 1 7 4 RS 232 Serial Cable Installation Guide 1 Attach the RS 232 Serial Cable to the CR2500 2 Connect the RS 232 Serial cable to a serial port on the computer Figure 1 19 There is no need to power off the computer 3 The RS 232 Serial interface has an optional 5V 1 5A power supply Figure 1 20 If you have a power supply plug the power supply adapter into the RS 232 Serial cable and then plug the power adapter into a wall socket Figure 1 21 p Figure 1 19 Figure 1 20 Figure 1 21 4 Once properly connected the CR2500 will po
28. ault Sample Maxicode H i ers DA vi Sai TER KS di De I A LG y K Ze x NW A M289_04 M288_01 IO b R ht 96 he gates Opa m SPP US EE Vy gh AD 3 13 Matrix 2 of 5 Symbology Scan the following codes to enable disable Matrix 2 of 5 symbology settings Matrix 2 of 5 On Default Matrix 2 of 5 Off Matrix 2 of 5 Sample E z T S ia 0123456789 3 14 Micro PDF417 Symbology scan the following codes to enable disable micro PDF 417 symbology settings MicroPDF417 On MicroPDF417 Off Default Sample MicroPDF417 M30 Es M300_01 d a l d WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 36 r M188 02 3 15 MSI Plessy Symbology scan the following codes to enable disable MSI Plessy symbology settings MSI Plessy On MSI Plessy Off Default Sample MSI Plessy D F LK J M291 01 M290 01 123456789 3 16 NEC 2 of 5 Symbology scan the following codes to enable disable NEC 2 of 5 symbology settings NEC 2 of 5 On Default NEC 2 of 5 Off M673 _01 Moi 01 3 17 Optical Character Recognition OCR The Code Reader can read Optical Character Recognition OCR texts The following codes can be used to enable disable this feature Fonts supported include Passport ISBN Price MICR13 and a user defined template Disable OCR Default Enable OCR d We WW M712 01 M713_01 Purchase of OCR license required Note See Reader Host Interface Document for more details
29. been maintained in accordance with any operating or handling instructions supplied by Code iii which has been subjected to unusual physical or electrical stress immersion in fluids puncture crushing misuse abuse power shortage improper power supply such as incorrect voltage or wrong polarity negligence or accident or iv which has been used other than in accordance with the product operating and handling instructions Preventive maintenance is the responsibility of the customer and is not covered under this warranty Warranty Coverage and Procedure During the warranty period Code will repair or replace defective products returned to Code s service center in the US For worldwide warranty service call Code Warranty Support at 1 801 495 2200 or email support codecorp com If warranty service is required Code will issue a Return Material Authorization Number Products must be shipped in the original or comparable packaging with shipping and insurance charges prepaid Code will pay for shipping and insurance of repaired or replacement products worldwide Code will use new or refurbished parts at its discretion and will own all parts removed from repaired products Customer will pay for any pre shipped replacement product in case it does not return the replaced product to Code within 7 days of receipt of the replacement product The process for return and customer s charges will be in accordance with Code s Exchange Policy in effect at the
30. below it is 00 17 9a 2b 69 bb feebicap i SD 1 g du VWOOL814 34 VOoTal seed e Bluetooth Devices Devices Options COM Ports Hardware eet Devices Name Type O Microsoft Bluetooth Enumerator Bluetooth e Generic Bluetooth Radio l e General Advanced Driver Device Properties A Manufacturer Cambridge Silico Radio Information Location Location 0 USB Dey GOD I A Device Status This device is w tmplmgssequ Recycle Bin Address 00 17 9a 2b 69 bb Manufacturer ld 10 fn Al ven S HCI version 3 revision 1915 LMP version 3 subversion Adobe Reader d AU Eai i C002640_00 usbFirmware t ht usbhid_106 Reader Setup O02450_20 Utility JOKE NGC Save Settings C004386_06_CR2500 User Manual 20 r MISS 02 1 8 9 Configuration for Microsoft Bluetooth Stack Instructions continued 2a Go to http www codecorp com bdaddr php and create a QuickConnect code using the address from step 2 Use the CodeXML Router 2 way applications section if CodeXML Router will be installed otherwise create a QuickConnect Code using the section for Serial Applications 3 Under COM Ports tab select Add In Add COM Port dialog box select Incoming click OK Windows Installs driver and create a Bluetooth COM Port Note the COM port number q r a BR G D Da Deeg SEE NDT THE DU a E Uz oy coon d testicap Bluetooth Devices
31. ble Data will be automatically retransmitted if necessary RF Additional Bluetooth Reliability Mode veel M129 02 Note You will need either Code XML Router Software or a Code XML Bluetooth Modem on the PC side to use the Additional Bluetooth Reliability Mode If you are using the CodeXML Bluetooth Modem you must use RF Additional Bluetooth Reliability Mode WC Save Settings C004386_06 CR2500 User Manual 12 r M188 02 1 8 Bluetooth Radio Operation continued Permanently Establishing a Connection Scan the Save Settings Code at the bottom of the page to make the RF settings including which device to connect to permanent on the reader Disconnecting from the Device You may force disconnection by reading the disconnect code below The CR2500 may not appear disconnected in the slave Bluetooth connection manager for 10 15 seconds after the command is issued The CR2500 will also disconnect after 90 seconds of inactivity Note You may change the radio sleep time out setting however it may reduce battery life Bluetooth Disconnect i hig M114 02 Reconnecting to the Device If the device is saved in RF mode and has a save connection save was performed while connected it will automatically reconnect when P CR2500 is powered up 2 CR2500 wakes from sleep mode 3 CR2500 reads another code 1 8 2 Bluetooth Radio Auto Connect Auto Connect After coming out of sleep mode or after powering up the C
32. bol and constant ambient light the Readability Index provides a symbol quality assurance tool and check point for feedback to an overall label or marking quality control system The Readability Index is enabled by first reading a CodeXML rule into the permanent CR2500 Memory Code Readability Index Rule Readability Index Output Enable Readability Index Output Disable a M062_02 M063_02 Each time a data symbol is read the index will be output followed by a comma followed by the decoded data The reader will store the rule and reset but will not output the Readability Index until the Readability Index Output Enable code is read The Reader will continue to output the Readability Index upon every read until disabled either by reset or by reading the Readability Index Output Disable code WC Save Settings C004386 06 _CR2500 User Manual 41 ots M188 02 4 3 Backlight Intensity Settings Scan the following codes to set the intensity of the CR2500 s backlight with High being the brightest and Low being the dimmest Low Med Default High VE M678_03 M679_03 M680 03 4 4 Backlight Timeout Settings scan the following codes to set the backlight settings Backlight Off 3 seconds Default 6 seconds 10 seconds i M686_05 8 M681_03 M682_03 M683_03 4 5 Targeting Settings scan the following codes to turn targeting on off On Default Off oe B M055 OI M054 01 4 6 Reader Power Off
33. by its own agreement The following are trademarks or registered trademarks of Code Corporation CodeXML Maker QuickMaker CodeXML Maker CodeXML Maker Pro CodeXML Router CodeXML Client SDK CodeXML Filter HyperPage CodeTrack GoCard GoWeb ShortCode GoCode Code Router QuickConnect Codes Rule Runner All other product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks of their respective companies and are hereby acknowledged The software and or products of Code Corporation include inventions that are patented or that are the subject of patents pending U S Patents 6997387 6957769 7428981 6619547 6736320 7392933 7014113 7240831 7353999 7519239 7204417 6942152 7070091 7097099 7621453 The Code Reader software uses the Mozilla SpiderMonkey JavaScript engine which is distributed under the terms of the Mozilla Public License Version 1 1 Source code for this version of Spider Monkey is available at http www codecorp com source spidermonkey The Code Reader software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group Code Corporation 14940 South Pony Express Road Suite 500 Bluffdale UT 84065 www codecorp com C004386_06_CR2500 User Manual ii Table of Contents Chapter 1 Getting Started 0 0 0 ee cceccceeeeeeeceeneecneeceneeenseeeneecanseeaeecessenesoassecnesconseosssenseoesssoaesoons 1 gd Legd ele De den WEE 2 MZ NS YD ACI ING sasare see ce nese ene cond eps E sens otic eentyoaceceust OE 2
34. ce industrial automotive and defense environment With its modular design and JavaScript platform the CR2500 is future proof and the most cost effective reader available Representing the embodiment of Code s years of experience with high definition dual field optics the CR2500 establishes a new benchmark in aggressive reading performance and ease of use in a mobile imaging reader 1 2 Unpacking Remove the CR2500 from its packing and inspect it for damage If the reader was damaged during shipping please call Code at 801 495 2200 The standard CR2500 reader is shipped with a USB cable interface The reader also features a 1950 mAH battery that must be installed in the reader at all times unless a battery blank is being used Various accessories are available for the CR2500 e 4cable options USB 6 ft USB 12 ft RS 232 Serial or PS 2 e Class 1 Bluetooth radio with 100 meters 300 feet operating range shorter range option available e Ruggedized Cabled Handle e Battery Handle in two battery sizes e External Battery Charger BH CodeXML Bluetooth Modems e Power Supplies US Europe SA UK Asia e Reader Stand e Lanyard Hook attachment option NOTE Please keep your packing materials The CR2500 is shipped in an approved shipping container and should be used if you ever need to return your equipment for servicing C004386_06_CR2500 User Manual 2 1 3 Reader Battery Installation Attaching and Detac
35. e the Communications COM Port number the software assigned for the adapter e g COM 10 This is the COM Port through which the CR2500 will connect To connect your reader use the following steps 1 Power on the CR2500 reader by pressing one of the red buttons for one second to power on the reader 2 Scan the Reset to RF Factory Defaults Code M684 _01 3 Scan the Quick Connect Code you receieved or created from Code s website 4 The CR2500 will automatically connect to the computer By default the CR2500 will beep once after it connects and beep four times in a row if it did not connect 5 Scan the Save Settings Code M188 02 if you want to save the wireless connection settings to the CR2500 so that the CR2500 will automatically try to connect wirelessly the next time it is powered on Example Reset to RF Factory Defaults QuickConnect Save Settings dE Sg pN d t a K M188_02 oof 0003C92DB48F M684 _01 WC Save Settings C004386 06 _CR2500 User Manual 11 r M188_02 1 8 Bluetooth Radio Operation continued Radio Range and Transferring Data The CR2500 radio is a Class 1 device If connected to another Class 1 device the reader has roughly a 100 meter 300 feet line of sight operating range If connecting to a Class 2 or Class 3 device the operating range may drop to match the lower range Once a reader is connected a serial application must be opened HyperTerminal unless Code XML Router is
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37. eka S 7 CS SS E B M125_01 mee M122 OI M123_01 30 Minutes 1 Hour 2 Hours D Ee K L M124 01 M119 _ 01 M120 _01 1 8 5 Bluetooth Radio Out of Range Notification Settings Scan the following codes to enable a beep or vibrate notification when the radio goes out of range Bluetooth Out of Range Bluetooth Out of Range Beep On Notify with Vibrate On S M583 0 M582 _01 Bluetooth Out of Range Bluetooth Out of Range Vibrate amp Beep On Vibrate and or Beep Off Default M587_01 M581_01 Note This feature may also be utilized to remind users they are carrying a reader and help prevent users from walking away with a reader Bluetooth radio 1 8 6 Auto Save Last Bluetooth Address If the reader is saved in the proper RF communication mode enabling this setting will allow the reader to automatically save the last device to which it was connected removing the need to scan the save setting after scanning the QuickConnect code Enable Auto Save Disable Auto Save Default KL M746_01 M747_01 WC Save Settings C004386_06 CR2500 User Manual 14 r M188 02 1 8 7 Configuration for Belkin Bluetooth Manager Software Version 1 4 2 10 In this version of the Belkin Bluetooth Manager software you must disable the authentication feature to connect a CR2500 Follow the steps below 1 Double click on the Bluetooth icon in the system tray In the My Bluetooth Places Screen select Advanced Configuration My Blu
38. etooth Places File Edit View Favorites Tools Help P figure 1 ldnnci fe My Blue Bluetooth Help Topics Bluetooth Exchange Folder Bluetooth Setup Wizard Ce RK SS wa a BELKIN N gs JAS ane e belkin com Bluetooth Tasks Bluetooth Setup Wizard CO View My Bluetooth services d View devices in range Ch View or modify configuration figure 2 2 Select the Local Services tab and double click on the Bluetooth Serial Port Inder the General tab unselect the Secure Connection box This disables the encryption feature and allows the CR2500 to connect to the Bluetooth adapter Click Apply Bluetooth Configuration Bluetooth Properties General Accessibility Discovery Local Services Client Applications Hardware Gene al Notifications gt Bluetocth Serial Port Startup Automatically Select the services that the computer will provide to other Bluetooth devices Double click a service name to setite secunty start up options and properties Service Mame Startup Secure Connection COM Port Audio Gateway Auto Not Required Headset Auto Not Required PIM Sprchronizatian Auto Required Fay Manu Required File ranster Auto Required DM Iter Transfer Auto Mot Required Dial up Networking Manu Heousd Network Access Auto Required Bluetooth Sena Pot Auto Required COM Part figure 4 figure 3 WC Save Settings C004386 06 _CR2500 User Manual 15 K MISS 0
39. for Windows CD into your PC s CD drive The CD will automatically begin the installation process When you get to the screen pictured below please enter the CD Serial Key found on the card included in the CD case Enter Installation Serial Number Please enter the 20 digit serial number that came with your installer CD Enter alphanumerical characters letters and numbers only You can use lower or upper case letters i Cancel 2 When you get to the screen pictured below please choose from the appropriate settings For a description of each setting please see Chapter 3 If connecting via Bluetooth radio you will need to know the Virtual COM port number your Bluetooth software has assigned see Frequently Asked Questions If you wish to enable the AutoDownload feature please check the appropriate box in the next screen Finish the installation process and restart your computer Harya and Application interface Type Selection The Coir Aeara may be diil br E Abo talaia viinud Scii Pat COHI M Seia Pal Universe Sai Dus USD Sy palen eE reacts te Uhre e Eevetoka Codai Csi aophcation Geral Da 3 After restarting your computer you will see a blue arrows icon in the system tray of your computer CodeXML Router was successfully installed 1 52 PM WC Save Settings C004386_06_CR2500_User_Manual 22 K MISS 0 1 9 Targeting and Reading Techniques The CR2500 utilizes digital camera
40. g codes to enable disable Aztec symbology settings Aztec On Aztec Off Default Sample Aztec Code i y ren M273_01 M272_01 3 2 Codabar Symbology Scan the following codes to enable disable Codabar symbology settings Codabar On Default Codabar Off Sample Codabar E Ss III A12345678 M275 01 M274 01 9A 3 3 Codablock F Symbology Scan the following codes to enable disable Codablock F symbology settings Codablock F On Codablock F Off Default Sample Codablock F Code 3 r MUUA ii DU M276_01 M277 _01 Note When Codablock F and Code 128 decoding are enabled there is some danger of mistakenly decoding a damaged Codablock F symbol as a Code 128 symbol Therefore Code 128 decoding should be disabled when Codablock F decoding is enabled 3 4 Code 11 Symbology Scan the following codes to enable disable Code 11 symbology settings Code 11 On Default Code 11 Off Code 11 Checksum 1 digit M393 _01 M394 OI M395 OI Code 11 Checksum 2 Digit amp Stripped from Result Code 11 Checksum 1 Digit amp Stripped from Result CETTE S Ma M396 01 M397 01 I I will WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 33 K MISS 02 3 9 Code 39 Symbology scan the following codes to enable disable Code 39 symbology settings Code 39 On Default M235 01 Disable Checksum Default M236 01 Code 39 Extended Full ASCII On M233 01 C
41. hing the Lithium lon Battery The CR2500 can be purchased with a 1950 mAH Lithium lon battery To install battery make sure the battery is in the correct position figure 1 1 Place the plastic tab of the battery into the reader figure 1 2 Push the battery in and slide the locking mechanism down figure 1 3 Charging the Lithium lon Battery The battery automatically charges everytime a cable inteface is attached to the reader and the host is powered up Note The RS 232 Serial interface power adapter must be plugged into a wall socket for the reader to charge If you power up the CR2500 with a completely discharged battery it will take up to 10 minutes before the reader will become operational Figure 1 1 Figure 1 2 Figure 1 3 1 4 Attaching Handles BH1 or BH2 Battery Handle 1 Make sure the reader has no battery or battery blank installed 2 Insert the tab on the back of the BH1 or BH2 Handle into the reader s recessed slot typically utilized to secure the battery in place on the reader Figure 1 6 3 The reader snaps to the handle utilizing the battery compartment Figure 1 7 The reader will quick release from the handle to accommodate quick and easy battery charging 4 Optionally the reader can be further secured to the handle with two threaded screws on the underside of the reader and handle Figure 1 8 Ki ZS RR Insert Tat in Reader First Figure 1 8 Figure 1 6 Figure 1 7 C004386_
42. l support call Code Technical Support at 801 495 2200 For all returns Code will issue an RMA number which must be placed on the packing slip when the reader is returned Visit http www codecorp com codesupport php for more information C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 54
43. llumination LEDs is preventing the reader from being able to decode the bar code Once glare is detected the reader will attempt to control the illumination LEDs to remove or reduce the glare thereby improving performance Enable Anti glare default M753 _01 M754 01 Ku Save Settings r M188_02 Disable Anti glare C004386_06_CR2500_User Manual 47 Chapter 6 Adding a Prefix or Suffix and Reader Text Commands WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 48 r M188 02 6 1 Prefix Settings If you scan the following codes you will lose any unsaved settings Make sure to save settings on your reader before scanning the prefix codes If you scan more than one prefix you will receive each scanned prefix in your scanned data e if you scan comma prefix twice you will get two comma prefixes Scan the following codes to set appropriate prefix Prefix Comma Prefix Tab Keyboard Mode Se M159 02 M164 02 M166 01 Prefix Tab Serial Prefix Erase Prefix Carriage Return Line Feed Le RS x 1 Serial M214 02 M404 OI Note If you require a special configuration please contact Code at 801 495 2200 or email appeng codecorp com 6 2 Suffix Settings If you scan the following codes you may lose your current settings Make sure to save settings on your reader before scanning the Suffix codes If you scan more than one suffix you will receive each scanned suffix in your scanned d
44. manual may only be used in accordance with the terms of its license agreement No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means without written permission from Code Corporation This includes electronic or mechanical means such as photocopying or recording in information storage and retrieval systems NO WARRANTY This technical documentation is provided AS IS Further the documentation does not represent a commitment on the part of Code Corporation Code Corporation does not warrant that it is accurate complete or error free Any use of the technical documentation is at the risk of the user Code Corporation reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice and the reader should in all cases consult Code Corporation to determine whether any such changes have been made Code Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing performance or use of this material Code Corporation does not assume any product liability arising out of or in connection with the application or use of any product or application described herein NO LICENSE No license is granted either by implication estoppel or otherwise under any intellectual property rights of Code Corporation Any use of hardware software and or technology of Code Corporation is governed
45. mote Control Service Cancel WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 17 r M188_02 1 8 8 Configuration for Toshiba Bluetooth Stack Instructions continued 3a Go to http www codecorp com bdaddr php and create a QuickConnect code using the address from step 3 Use the CodeXML Router 2 way applications section if CodeXML Router will be installed Else create a QuickConnect Code using the section for Serial Applications 4 Optional To remove the Passkey dialogue when connecting Select the Security TAB and Select Custom Level General Security Bluetooth Information Exchanger Other Diagnostics Bluetooth security level Custom Custom settings Ta change the settings dick the Custom button To use the recommended settings cick the Default button Default Level Delete Paired Device Information All or selected pairing informations with the remote device is deleted View Paired Devices Delete All Ku Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 18 lann M188_02 1 8 8 Configuration for Toshiba Bluetooth Stack Instructions continued 4a Uncheck the settings under the Security Setting of Serial Port SPP Security Settings Performing authentication and encryption Client Security Setting of Serial Port SPP Performing authentication and encryption Server Performing authentication and encryption Client Security Setting of Headset HSP HFP
46. ode 39 Short Margin On M390 01 Code 39 Trioptic On i M671_01 Code 39 Off Enable Checksum M234 01 M237 01 Enable Checksum and Strip From Result M238 01 Code 39 Extended Full ASCII Off Default bad M232 01 Code 39 Short Margin Off Default i Sample Trioptic Code 39 123456 Sample Code 39 Code 123456789 456 M389 01 Code 39 Trioptic Off M670 01 3 6 Code 93 Symbology Scan the following codes to enable disable Code 93 symbology settings Code 93 On Default M281 02 Code 93 Off Ue I Sample Code 93 Code 1 8 23456789 M280 01 3 7 Code 128 Symbology scan the following codes to enable disable Code 128 symbology settings Code 128 On Default M283 01 Code 128 Short Margin On M392 _01 Ku E Save Settings K MISS 02 Code 128 Off M282 01 Code 128 Short Margin Off Default Sample Code 128 Code 123456 78912345 C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 34 3 8 Composite Symbologies scan the following codes to enable disable Composite symbology settings Composite On Composite Off Default M284 02 M285 02 3 9 Data Matrix Symbology scan the following codes to enable disable Data Matrix symbology settings Rectanglular Data Matrix On Rectangular Data Matrix Off Default M242 01 M241 01
47. ode is requested eee ee figure 6 Ku E Save Settings lann M188_02 C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 16 1 8 8 Configuration for Toshiba Bluetooth Stack Instructions 1 Navigate to the Control Panel and Open the Bluetooth Local COM Port Icon ilj Bluetooth Local COM Existing COM Ports Description Toshiba BT Fort 0M6 LocalCOM Client Toshiba BT Port COM LocalCOM Server SerialPort TOSHIBA Loc Toshiba BT Port COM 10 Information Exchanger Toshiba BT Port COM11 Information Exchanger Toshiba BT Port COM12 Information Exchanger Toshiba BT Port COM13 Information Exchanger Toshiba BT Port COM14 Information Exchanger Toshiba BT Port COM20 HSF Manager Toshiba BT Port COM 1 HSF Manager Toshiba BT Port COM22 HFP Manager Toshiba BT Port COM40 BluetoothSettings 2 Identify the Appropriate Com Port owned by the LocalCOM Server SerialPort TOSHIBA LocalCOM Owner 3 Right Click on the Blutooth Manger Tray Icon and selection Options you can Identify your Device Address here in this example 00 1B FC EF 3F 79 General Security Bluetooth Information Exchanger Other Diagnostics Device Information Device Name Device Address O00 1B FC EF 3F 79 Device Type Laptop a Tray Icon Bluetooth Radio Power Radio is enabled 6 Click Button to Disable Enable Bluetooth Services Bluetooth Information Exchange Service C_ PAN Networking Service Bluetooth COM Port Service AV Re
48. performance bar code reading technology the Code Reader 2500 CR2500 is the most advanced mobile bar code reader on the market today The CR2500 decodes bar codes faster and offers features not found in other readers including new automatic glare reducing illumination technology The result is unequaled performance even on difficult reading surfaces including circuit boards IV bags patient wristbands driver licenses and other shiny or curved surfaces The CR2500 also offers the next generation in dual field optics and is the only bar code reader that can read both wide linear and the smallest of 2D bar codes The optimal focus and field of view indicator of the CR2500 make bar code reading even easier than before The CR2500 can be deployed in low and high volume use case scenarios and will excel in batch cabled or Bluetooth wireless modes Built on an open JavaScript platform the CR2500 can be easily customized to meet the data manipulation needs of any end user application All scanned data configuration settings and JavaScripts files are stored in non volatile flash memory and are maintained in the event of a power loss Enabled for both in stand and out of stand operation the CR2500 can be used as a wireless hand held and fixed presentation reader This lightweight comfortable and easy to use bar code reader solution can be further accessorized to fit the needs of applications in the healthcare public safety manufacturing aerospa
49. s less precision needed with the green LED If there is more than one decodable code in the field of the the symbol closest to the targeting green LED will be decoded Too far from code Too close to code Optimal distance from code is 3 3 85mm 50 Most Accurate 75 100 125 L a Be M189 01 M190 _ 01 M191 Oo M192 01 1600 Default 200 Least Accurate D T L oF T M193_01 M195_01 M194 01 M196 _01 C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 45 5 2 Windowing If only one size of bar code is being scanned in an application the CR2500 can be optimized to reduce processing time by adjusting the viewing area within the field of view of the image By reducing the vertical window value of the imager to 200 pixels 1 D codes are processed more quickly Because only a horizontal strip of a 1 D code is needed to be decoded using a narrow strip of the imager is all that is needed The area above and below the 200 pixels which is always in the center of the imager is ignored This approach reduces the number of pixels that must be processed Windowing can improve the processing time of 1D and 2D codes You may negatively impact reader performance if the window size is too small If it is necessary to have the reader farther away than normal to read the code the window may be too small Reading other types of codes especially large codes may be difficult while using this setting _ _ mm 12 eg A
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51. technology to take a picture of a symbol Once an image is captured the CR2500 utilizes advanced decoding algorithms to extract data from the captured image The CR2500 is available as a palm held reader or users may purchase a handle available in various types The palm held reader features left and right triggers These triggers may be programmed to perform various features The reader is shipped with the left trigger and right trigger functioning as a decode symbol command Each handle has a trigger on the grip The two triggers on the top of the reader also work when the handle is attached Figure 1 24 trigger handle trigger Figure 1 24 To read a bar code with the CR2500 1 The CR2500 features omnidirectional decoding Center the symbol in any orientation within the targeting line pattern figure 1 25 1 23456 78912 8 Figure 1 25 Note The CR2500 can read a bar code that is not centered or aligned however the CR2500 performs best when a code is aligned If two 2 bar codes are within the imagers decode zone the CR2500 will decode the symbol closest to the center of the targeting line The CR2500 was developed to decode both very small 2 dimensional symbols and larger 1 dimensional symbols The reader has an innovative dual field decode zone The CR2500 DECODES ONLY THE WIDE FIELD BY DEFAULT By default the reader will focus on wide field for larger codes optimal focal point 3 3 inches The reader
52. ts revenue or data even if Code has been advised of the possibility thereof 7 4 CR2500 Accessories Please visit www codecorp com for more information on Code accessories 7 5 Frequently Asked Questions For a complete list of Frequently Asked Questions please visit http www codecorp com faq php 7 6 CR2500 Maintenance The CR2500 device operates efficiently and reliably and needs only a minimum of maintenance to operate A few tips are given below for maintenance suggestions Cleaning the CR2500 Window The CR2500 window should be clean to allow the best performance of the device The window is the clear plastic piece inside the head of the reader Do not touch the window Your CR2500 uses CMOS technology that is much like a digital camera A dirty window may stop the CR2500 from reading bar codes If the window becomes dirty clean it with a soft non abrasive cloth or a facial tissue no lotions or additives that has been moistened with water A mild detergent may be used to clean the window but the window should be wiped with a water moistened cloth or tissue after using the detergent The CR2500 display screen and housing may be cleaned in the same way For applications that require cleaning with disinfectant please use products with the following ingredients 1 Isopropyl Alcohol 2 Ethyl Alcohol Denatured Grade Code does not recommend using bleach Technical Support and Returns For returns or technica
53. wer on and beep 5 For RS 232 Serial mode scan M418_02 below If the power supply is not connected scan M074_02 below 6 Scan the Save Settings Code M188_02 RS 232 Serial RS 232 Serial Mode RS 232 Serial Factory Reset No Power Supply Save Settings Factory Default Settings V Kuel Ver Mode RS 232 Serial One Way Mode o e Baud Rate 57600 e Stop Bits 2 Data Bits 8 M418_02 Parity None M074 _02 Warning Code Corporation approved power adapter must be used Reader failure due to use of incorrect power adapter will void warranties WC Save Settings C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 9 r M188_02 1 7 4 1 Additional RS 232 Serial Communication Data Bit Settings Scan the following codes to set the appropriate data bit 7 Data Bits 8 Data Bits Default wi M100 01 MIO 01 1 7 4 2 Additional RS 232 Serial Communication Baud Rate Settings Scan the following codes to set the appropriate baud rate 1200 2400 4800 M092_01 M093_01 M094_01 19200 38400 57600 Default k KR M096 _01 M097 _01 M098 OI 1 7 4 3 Additional RS 232 Serial Communication Parity Settings Scan the following codes to set parity Even Odd None Default 2 H BR e fr Be M102 01 M104 01 M103_01 Ku E Save Settings r M188 02 9600 d M095 0 115200 an gy S M099 01 C004386 06 CR2500 User Manual 10 1 8 Bluetooth Radio Operation 1 8 1 Introduction The CR2500 features a
54. y Reset to PS 2 Factory Reset to RS 232 Serial Factory Default Settings Default Settings Default Settings K rae 3 EE E i M049 03 M060_03 M418 02 Reset to RF One Way Factory Default Settings Bootloader Mode Bootloader mode is art Ad pl utilized to download new vs e version of bootloader p firmware M692 01 M684 _01 Step 2 Save Settings er r M188 02 Step 3 Clear All CodeXML Rules Prefix amp Suffix Clear All Stored Data dee ees T may lose your current settings Make sure to save settings on your reader 3 before scanning the reset codes M071_01 M052_01 7 2 General Safety Information Repairs and Adjustments Only those individuals authorized by Code should attempt to make repairs or adjustments to CR2500 equipment If the reader casing is opened the warranty is voided Power Supply Use only the power supply provided for use with each specific reader when operating Code equipment Accessories Only those accessories approved by Code see page 2 should be utilized with Code equipment Non compliance with any of the above may result in e Injury to individuals handling the equipment e Damage to the equipment and e Voiding of the maintenance contract Lithium lon Battery Warning Charge the battery with Code cables ONLY Do not open battery dispose of in fire or short circuit it may ignite explode leak or get hot causing personal injury WC Save Settings C00438
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