Symbol Technologies DS 3408 Scanner User Manual
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1. ee 13 Through the keyboard 14 With a bar code reader 14 Via cloning or downloading 14 Communicating data ee eee 14 MOJAS 2c bbe eee eee EZ SE GE d SITS AS 15 Getting started 2 2 ee ee ee ee 16 PT C 860 optical models PT C 860 PT C 860ES and PTC SGONI sce gur SS GZ KE b d EA wee 16 UnpackingthePTC 860 0 2008 16 Turning on the backup battery 17 Charging the battery pack 19 Checking the PTC 860 0 00 00 eae 21 POMS 2 as eg kee a hae eee ee a eee ee ee 22 25 pin connector AA 1 m a 22 Application flash EPROM 0 22 Backup battery a 23 Bar code reader optional 23 Battery Charger 25 Battery compartment 25 Battery recharge poStS 1 26 DISPO es iodo Gee a eo d ea eee KE SG 26 ElaSte Sta Suk eee dene haw ane VA eka das 26 Keyboard 1 26 ENTERNESkey AAA 27 ON OFF key oaoa 27 Seen Key ae E d b d EE SC 7 ee 27 Keyboardoverlay an 28 Optical coupler 00 ee 28 ScreWdriver ee 28 Wand port PTC 860 only 28 Features oz uses gre SS KS KE ee ERE Sd EEE E 29 Automatic off na 29 Automatic return aton 29 BERE w a d e EE E EEE d E E Gi A 29 DESD2. DSR A RTS CTS RI CD 55 FIGURE 8 PTC to IBM PC XT cable P N 10582 XX0 IBM PC XT Female 000 Male 110 PTC 860 Male TXD L RXD RXD L TXD RTS DSR CTS n tt DTR DSR o gt RTS GND a cc Cf GND CTS FIGURE 9 Clone cable P N 09944 001 PTC 860 A PTC 860 B 6 6 4 5 DTR DSR RTS CTS TXD RXD OUT BAT GND 2 3 57 FIGURE 10 PTC to 1 2 duplex modem cable P N 10124 0X1 PTC 860 TXD RCV DSR DTR RTS CTS RI CD MOD 202 Type 1 2 Duplex 2 3 TXD RCV DSR DTR RTS CTS RI CD SG 58 FIGURE 11 PTC to full duplex modem cable P N 10124 0X2 PTC 860 TXD RCV DTR DSR RI CD SG MOD 212 Type Il Full Duplex 2 3 20 6 TXD RCV DTR DSR RI CD SG 59 FIGURE 12 PTC to host DTE cable P N 10124 0X3 PTC 860 Host Type Ill Full or 1 2 Duplex TXD RXD DSR DTR 60 5lossary alphanumeric application application flash EPROM bar code bar code reader CD character cloning CTS data communication DCE Describes a character set that contains letters numbers and symbols such as punctuation marks A PTC program that is designed to perform a specific task for the user Examples include route accounting payroll price lookup shipping and inventory control An electronic c
3. 10 Hardware part numbers 52 CC statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of F ederal Communications Commission F CC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with this operator s guide may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case users will be required to correct the interference at their own expense Safety Information p gt PTC 860NI Responsibility for use The standards used by Telxon for evaluation of the PT C 860N N on Incendive eguipment s suitability for usein the Hazardous Locations specified herein are applicable in the United States and may not be applicable outside of the United States It is the customer s responsibility to determine whether the NI unit will meet the regulatory safety requirements for its operation and in the customer s jurisdiction The customer also assumes full responsibility for the determination of the proper class of electrical equipment for use in the Hazardous Locations of its operations in compliance with applicable laws regulatio
4. 2 Disconnect all accessories from the PTC 3 Lineup the 25 pin connector on the charger s cable with the connector on the PTC and push them together CAUTION Do not force the connectors together if they do not connect easily You could bend the pins on the cable connector If the connectors do not go together easily check to make sure they are lined up correctly wide ends on the same side and no pins are bent on the cable connector 20 A Plug the charger into the wall outlet The green charging indicator above the display lights 5 Charge the PTC s battery pack for 14 hours B gt Checking the PTC 860 1 Press the ON OFF key to turn on the PTC 2 Look at the PTC s display What appears on the display depends on the program your organization uses If the PTC is operating correctly you should not see any of the following A low battery warning e A backup battery warning e A blank display screen Repeat the steps in this section if the PT C 860 Is not operating properly You should not hear any beeps warning you that an error has occurred If you do hear warning beeps refer to the Troubleshooting section on page 49 or contact your Telxon service representative Parts Figure 2 shows the parts of the PT C 860 p gt 25 pin connector On the top of the PTC is a female RS 232 type 25 pin connector for accessories and communication A cable or the connector on the bottom of some accessories p
5. PTC 860IM EE Al 3 m e rr rrera Pez TT 2 User s Guide On December 1 2000 Symbol Technologies Inc completed the purchase of Telxon Corporation References made throughout this document to Telxon or Telxon Corporation are be replaced with Symbol or Symbol Technologies Inc respectively Any questions contact your Symbol representative 2000 by Symbol Technologies Inc All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form or by any electrical or mechanical means without permission in writing from Symbol This includes electronic or mechanical means such as photocopying recording or information storage and retrieval systems The material in this manual is subject to change without notice symbol reserves the right to make changes to any software or product to improve reliability function or design Symbol does not assume any product liability arising out of or in connection with the application or use of any product circuit or application described herein No license is granted either expressly or by implication estoppel or otherwise under any symbol Technologies Inc intellectual property rights An implied license only exists for equipment circuits and subsystems contained in Symbol products Symbol is a registered trademark of Symbol Technologies Inc Other product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respectiv
6. 13656 3X0 PTC to I BM PC XT cable 10582 XX0 Clone cable 09944 001 PTC to 1 2 duplex modem cabl e 10124 0X1 PTC to full duplex modem cabl e 10124 0X 2 PTC to host DTE cable 10124 0X3 Manuals GuidetotheFLASH Utilities TCAL or MS DOS Version 16541 000 Guideto Maintaining NiCd Batteries 16488 000 Guideto the PT C 860 Fast Battery Charger 16014 000 Guideto the CS 860 Optical Communication Station 15124 000 Guide to the MCO 860 AX KKK KKK AK E our Bay Cradle 16125 000 Contact your Telxon sales representative to obtain part numbers for these products The last digit of the TCM 224 modem part number indicates the country in which the modem is to be used A D indicates use in the U S and a 1 indicates use in Canada The middle digit in the last three numbers of these cable part numbers indicates the cable length in feet You may adjust these numbers according to your requirements The first and second digits in the last three numbers of this cable part number indicate whether the connector is male 010 or 110 or female 000 54 Appendix C B gt Communication connections Figures 7 through 12 provide information on the connections used to establish and maintain communication between the PTC 860 and other devices FIGURE 7 PTC to IBM PC AT cable P N 13656 3X0 PTC 860 IBM PC AT TXD eei RXD RXD q AAA 1 TXD CTS _ oo DTR GND aa GND RTS M DSR
7. Backup battery 48 Troubleshooting 0 ee 49 ThePTC does not turn on 000 eee eee 49 The bar code reader fails to read a label 49 The PTC shows a Backup Battery Fault message when YOU TUN ICON ecc Geek r iaria 49 Other problems or difficulties with your PTC 860 49 Appendix 2 0 0 0 0 ee 50 SpecificationS o aoao ea e nn na 50 Electrical oaoa 50 Environmental a 50 PAYSICA ae oe so E E we ao be A 50 AppendixB o a 52 Hardware part numbers lt lt 52 Appendix GA 55 Communication connections 2 e a ee a 55 Glossary 2 s 61 Index AAA 64 Figure ON GH b bi Ki bo 9 10 11 12 Tables 1 2 Backup battery switch 02 0 ee eee 18 Parts ofthePTC 860 2 00004 24 Accessory fastenerS a a 32 Using the accessory locking latch 33 Inserting a battery pack 45 Inserting AA alkaline batteries into the plastic battery e 47 PTC to IBM PC AT cable 55 PTC to IBM PC XT cable 56 Clone cable o 57 PTC to 1 2 duplex modem cable 58 PTC to full duplex modem cable 59 PTC to host DTE cable 60 Hazardous classified locations in accordance with Article 500 National Electrical Code 1990
8. depot to have the backup battery replaced 48 roublesnooting gt The PTC does not turn on e Charge or replace the nickel cadmium battery pack or replace the alkaline batteries gt The bar code reader fails to read a label e Try scanning across the top or bottom of the bars on the label e Make sure the bar code reader is connected securely to the PTC e Wipe off the bar code label e Wipe off the tip of the bar code reader p le PTC shows a Backup Battery Fault message when you turn it on e Turn on the backup battery e Make sure the backup battery switch is pressed down completel y e Havethe backup battery replaced by a trained Telxon technician B gt Other problems or difficulties with your PTC 860 e Notify your Telxon service representative or contact the Telxon Customer Support Center at 1 800 800 8010 49 Appendix A gt gt Specifications Electrical Data communications via 25 pin connector Power Charger input voltage requirement Environmental Operating temperature Storage temperature Operating humidity Physical Length Width keyboard Width display Depth Full duplex 300 to 19 2 K bits per second F our cell AFAT nickel cadmium battery pack 800 mAhr Four AA alkaline batteries 1500 mAhr not for PT C 860NI use 12 VDC 200 mA 20 to 120 degrees F 29 to 49 degrees C 20 to 160 degrees F 29 to 71 degrees C 95 nonconde
9. fault 49 bar code reader failure 49 other problems with the PTC 860 49 PTC does not turn on 49 U Unpacking the PTC 860 16 17 W Wand port 23 28 31 connecting a bar code reader 33 disconnecting a bar code reader 34 Warnings 21 48 PTC 860N 10 67 TSUA Telxon Corporation 3330 West Market Street Akron Ohio 44334 216 867 3700 800 800 8001 Part No 14767 701 03 Printed in U S A
10. material or in a padded box and put the PTC in a Safe place away from dust dirt humidity and excessive cold B gt Cleaning the PTC 860 CAUTION Do not soak the cloth used to wipe the PT C 860 and do not spray or pour cleaning liquids directly onto the PTC To clean the PT C 860 slightly moisten a soft clean lint free cloth with a mild nonabrasive cleaner and wipe the outside surface To clean the PT C 860 s display slightly moisten a soft clean lint free cloth with a mild glass cleaner and wipe 42 Do not use a paper towel on any part of the PT C 860 including the display If the PT C 860 becomes extremely dirty or if liquids dirt or other foreign materials get inside the case contact your Telxon service representative gt Servicing the PTC 860 Do not attempt to service the PTC Only a trained Telxon technician may service the PTC 43 Replacing the batteries The PTC 860 s AFAT nickel cadmium battery pack or AA alkaline batteries may be replaced when necessary CAUTION Do not remove or install a PTC 860NI s battery pack in a hazardous location These procedures are approved for use with the PTC 860NI only in non hazardous locations Note Once you remove the PTC s batteries the backup battery if used continuously will protect stored programs and data for up to twenty days If you do not replace the batteries within that time your PTC s stored programs and data will be lost E qui pmen
11. obvious for instance in a comparison between models To determine which model you have refer to the Models section on page 15 p gt Unpacking the PTC 860 The PT C 860 is shipped in a single box containing a PTC 860 PT C 860ES or PTC 860N an 800 mAhr AFAT nickel cadmium battery pack or a plastic battery case containing four AA alkaline batteries a battery charger a bar code reader if ordered the Guideto the PT C 860 Optical M odds the Guideto the FLASH Utilities TCAL or MS DOS Version and the Guideto Maintaining NiCd Batteries Any additional accessories are shipped in separate boxes with their own manuals 1 Removethe PTC from the box 2 Removeall packing material from the PTC Save the packing material in case the PTC is ever stored or shipped to Telxon for service 3 Check the contents of the package to make sure you have received everything ordered 4 Check the PTC and accessories for shipping damage Pay particular attention tothe PTC case display lens and bar code reader if included If anything is missing or damaged notify your Telxon sales representative B gt Turning on the backup battery The PT C 860 is shipped with the backup battery disconnected so the backup battery is fully charged when you receive your PTC Follow the procedure below to turn on the backup battery before you use the unit for the first time E qui pment required e A small screwdriver or the scre
12. 26 Data keys are the letter and number keys A Z and 0 9 You use them to type data into the PTC Function keys include the F1 F5 CLEAR ENTER YES and SEND keys These keys may have different labels on your PTC They are used to perform a Special procedure or function For example your program may use the SEND function key to transmit the PTC s data to the host computer ENTER YES key How you use the ENTER YES key depends on your organization s data collection program Usually you press this key to tell the program that you have finished typing data have finished an operation or want the PTC to begin an operation such as sending data to the host computer ON OFF key Pressing this key turns the PTC on or off SHIFT key On a 50 key keyboard the SHIFT key activates only the function keys labeled on an overlay that slips over the keyboard The numeric keys are always available On a 40 key or 24 key keyboard the SHIFT key shifts between the numeric and alphabetic keyboard and also activates some of the function keys your program uses These keys are labeled on the overlay Note Your data collection program may turn off certain keys at times during the program to prevent you from accidently erasing data or ending an operation The PTC beeps when you press a key the program has turned off p gt Keyboard overlay The keyboard overlay is a small sheet of plastic cut out to fit over the PTC s keyboard Labels for the speci
13. 60 23 25 42 using a bar code reader with a PTC 860N 25 using a PTC 860N with a cradle 37 Charging the nickel cadmium battery pack 19 25 Charging time 21 25 Cleaning the PTC 860 42 43 Clock 30 Clone cable 39 54 57 Cloning 14 38 39 Communicating data 14 15 36 39 Communication connections 55 60 Cradles 20 26 28 36 37 part numbers 53 CS 860 20 36 37 part numbers 53 Customer Support Center contacting 49 D Display 26 backlight 29 Downloading 14 Elastic strap 26 Electrical specifications 50 Entering data 13 14 with a bar code reader 14 via cloning or downloading 14 through the keyboard 14 F FCC statement 8 Features 29 30 G Green LED 21 26 H Handling the PT C 860 41 Hardware part numbers 52 54 Host computer 14 28 36 K Keyboard 26 27 data keys 26 27 entering data through 14 ENTER YES key 27 function keys 26 27 number of keys 26 ON OFF key 27 SHIFT key 27 Keyboard overlay 28 L Latch plate 22 31 32 LEDs 26 optical coupler 28 Lithium cell 30 Locking latch 32 34 Locking screw 22 31 34 Low battery LED 19 25 26 65 M Maintaining the PT C 860 40 43 Manuals part numbers 54 MCO 860 20 36 37 part numbers 53 Memory 30 Messages 13 backup battery 21 48 49 low battery 21 25 Models of PTC 860s 15 16 Modems 14 31 36 part numbers 53 Nickel cadmium battery pack 15 25 41 42 50 charge time 21 25 chargin
14. E sk eae eee E GAPS EEE ee te b Ea 30 COCR 4 eahtGeeeewse tear re ee enews eas 30 Memory aaa nn m 30 Power backup system te ee es 30 Connecting accessories 00 31 Connecting an accessory 1 ee ee ee 31 Through the 25 pin connector 31 Through the wand port PTC 860 only 33 Removing an accessory 34 From the 25 pin connector 34 F rom the wand port PTC 860 only 34 Scanning bar code labels 35 Communicating EA 36 Using the optical coupler 36 Using the 25 pin connector 0 0 04 a ene 37 Connecting a cable oaoa oaa a a a ee ee 37 Disconnectinga Cable 38 GIONIDO de GS dE d ZZ E E a b radeon daa 38 MaintainingthePTC 860 40 Operatingconditions 40 PTESOOO dE b gg SG SE bab awviwantea ZEZ d e 40 PTC 860ES nes eses we te eee se hua 3 40 PTC 860NI s GE KT E E ae eae ee oo 40 HandlingthePTC 860 0 0008 41 StoringthePTC 860 0 0 00 eee eee 42 CleaningthePTC 860 0 00 00 eae 42 Servicing the PTC 860 2 000 ee ee 43 Replacing the batteries 44 Removing the batteries es 44 Installing new batteries onoo a ee 45 AFAT nickel cadmium battery pack 45 AA alkaline batteries 46
15. PTC 860 automates your data collection procedures andis custom programmed to efficiently handle your organization s unique data collection jobs Options for scanning bar codes and printing are also available Because the PTC 860 s custom programmed for each organization this manual does not include the specific operating instructions for your organization s unique PTC data collection program Operating instructions and training are available from your organization ThePTC program leads you through the data collection procedure with a series of display messages prompts and beeps Messages tell you when you make an error and provide information on the program or the PTC s status Prompts and beeps tell you when to enter data what type of data to enter and when you complete certain operations gt Entering data Entering data into the PT C 860 is easy You can key in data through the PT C s keyboard scan bar code labels with a bar code reader or have another device transmit data to the PTC 13 Through the keyboard Entering data through the keyboard is similar to operating a calculator As you press a key on the PTC s keyboard the corresponding number or letter appears on the display Pressing the ENTER key stores data in the PT C s memory With a bar code reader A second method of entering data is with a bar code reader When you pass the reader across a bar code the PTC is programmed to read the PTC and reader interpr
16. TTERY COMPARTMENT CAUTION Do not use a bar code reader with a PT C 860NI in a hazardous location Accessories are approved for use with the PTC 860NI only in non hazardous locations The bar code reader lets you enter data into your PTC by passing the reader across bar code labels Scanning Your PTC s data collection program determines the types of bar code labels you can read gt Battery charger The battery charger is used to recharge the nickel cadmium battery pack in the PTC The charger for the PT C 860 has a 25 pin connector CAUTION Do not charge a PTC 860NI s battery pack in a hazardous location Accessories are approved for use with the PT C 860NI only in non hazardous locations p gt Battery compartment The PT C 860 and PTC 860ES come from the factory with an AFAT nickel cadmium battery pack or four AA alkaline batteries in a plastic battery case The PT C 860N1 comes with the AFAT nickel cadmium battery pack The battery pack charges in 14 hours When the battery pack or alkaline batteries are weak but not weak enough to stop the PTC from operating a low battery message displays the PT C s beeper sounds a warning beep and the red low battery light comes on Note When the PTC s battery pack or alkaline batteries become too weak to operate the PTC the unit automatically shuts off In this event charge the battery pack or replace the alkaline batteries immediately CAUTION Do nat store a PT C 860 for
17. Toremove a bar code reader from the PT C 860 insert the tip of a pen or pencil into the opening at the top of the bar code reader plug and press down firmly A release on the plug should be activated allowing the plug to be removed 2 Firmly pull the bar code reader plug from the wand port 3 Replace the wand port s protective plug 34 Sanning par code labels Follow this procedure if you are scanning labels with a pencil wand bar code reader If you are using another type of reader see the instructions shipped with the reader 1 Placethe tip of the bar code reader to the left or right of the bars on the bar code label Make sure the reader touches the label and is within 30 degrees of vertical in any direction 2 Draw the bar code reader across the label with a smooth quick motion The PTC beeps when the reader successfully reads a label Note Do not draw the reader across the label too slowly More scanning failures occur from scanning too slowly than from scanning too quickly If the bar code reader fails to read the label the label may be dirty Wipe off the label and try again If the bar code reader still fails to read the label try scanning across the top or bottom of the bars in the bar code If necessary wipe off the tip of the bar code reader Communicating data The PT C 860 is able to communicate with other computers and PT Cs How it communicates and how it is connected depends on your da
18. XD software TCAL two way communication TXD A device that converts electronic signals inside the PTC into pulses of light that can be detected by an optical communication Station Messages shown by the PTC that guide the operator through the steps of a data collection program Prompts vary for different programs Portable Tele Transaction Computer A battery powered hand held programmable device used to collect store and transmit data Random access memory In a PTC RAM chips store the programs files and data entered by the operator Ring indicate signal RI alerts a modem to a call waiting on the attached telephone line An Electronic Industries Association EIA standard that defines the connector connector pins and signals used to transfer data serially from one device to another Request to send signal RTS initiates the data transmission sequence on a communication line between a modem and a terminal device Receive data signal RXD indicates that a device is currently receiving data A stored program or set of programs that is loaded into RAM for execution Compare with hardware Telxon Common Application Language Telxon s proprietary programming language for PT Cs E xchange of information between two devices After each block of data the receiving device sends a positive or negative acknowledgment to the sending device Transmit data signal TXD indicates that a device is currently transmitt
19. al function keys used by your organization s data collection program are printed on the overlay B gt Optical coupler On the back of the PT C 860 is a small red window Behind the window are five LEDs that the PTC can use to communicate with your host computer Instead of sending data in the form of electronic signals through the RS 232 connector the PTC sends the data in the form of pulses of light to a similar coupler on an optical communication cradle The cradle then converts the pulses of light into electronic signals and transmits them directly to the host computer or over the phone lines The cradle can also send data to the PTC via the optical couplers B gt Screw driver A small screwdriver is part of the clasp on the ends of the elastic strap Use the screwdriver to loosen the screws holding the battery door in place when you need to change the batteries in the PT C 860 p gt Wand port PTC 860 only Optional bar code readers plug into a wand port on the side of the PTC 860 unit PTC 860ES and PTC 860NI units do not have a wand port If your PT C 860 unit was ordered without a bar code reader a plastic plug covers this port Do not remove the plastic plug except to add a bar code reader to your PT C 860 unit For instructions on how to attach a bar code reader to your PT C 860 unit see page 33 28 Features p gt Automatic off To conserve battery power the PT C 860 turns itself off automatically after
20. ally nonconductive dusts 11 Class III Ignitible fibers or flyings Division 1 Division 2 e Fibers or materials Not grouped e Fibers are handled producin B LOE data or stored except GEEAE flyings during the process are Seirak such as textile of manufacture stored or handled mills cotton related mills or clothing plants e Fibers and flyings including cotton hemp jute rayon sisal and spanish MOSS Note The previous information provides only general guidelines on the environments in which a PTC 860NI is approved for use Each hazardous location in which a PTC 860NI will be used must be inspected and approved by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA the local fire marshall and the customer s insurance company B gt Disposing of nickel cadmium batteries Nickel cadmium batteries contain chemically active materials that are hazardous to the environment therefore they should be disposed of properly Never attempt to incinerate a nickel cadmium battery doing so could cause it to explode Telxon urges you to contact the Environmental Protection Agency the Department of Natural Resources a local hazardous waste disposal agency or the Telxon Customer Support Center for assistance prior to disposing of your nickel cadmium batteries 12 Overview of the PTC 860 The Telxon PTC 860 is a battery powered hand held computer used to collect store and transmit data The
21. approximately 1 minute of inactivity The exact length of time depends on the program p gt Automatic return at on When you turn the PT C 860 off or when the PT C 860 turns itself off it remembers where it was in the data collection program Then when you turn the PT C 860 back on it returns to that same point in the program You do not need to review what you have done or perform any other start up function to find your place gt Backlight The backlight lights up the display to make information readable in low light The backlight may or may not be available to you depending on your organization s data collection program If the backlight is available you can turn it on by pressing a key on the PTC s keyboard typing in a command or making a choice from a list on the PTC s screen Once it is turned on it turns itself off after a predetermined amount of time to conserve battery life p gt Beeper The PT C 860 s internal beeper is used by the PTC and your data collection program to warn you of problems or to prompt you to take an action For example if your program has temporarily turned off a key the PTC beeps if you press It B gt Clock The PT C 860 s built in clock keeps track of the date month day year and day of the week and the time hours minutes and seconds The clock operates continuously H ow the clock is used depends on your data collection program For example the PT C 860 can use the clock t
22. backup battery switch has not been turned on a warning message displays when you turn on the PTC B gt Charging the battery pack Charge your PTC 8605 AFAT nickel cadmium battery pack if used before you use the unit for the first time and whenever the battery pack becomes weak The PT C 860 s low battery light glows when the battery pack is low Note If you are using alkaline batteries in your PT C 860 replace them whenever the low battery light glows 19 E qui pment required e One battery charger for each PTC e An electrical outlet within 6 feet 1 8 meters providing 110 volts AC in the U S or Canada or 220 volts AC elsewhere Note If you are charging the PTC s battery pack outside the U S or Canada you need a charger designed for useina 220 volt AC electrical outlet The PT C 860 can be recharged either by itself or with a Telxon microprinter attached If you plan to recharge the PTC with the microprinter attached see the instructions provided with the microprinter The PTC 860 battery pack can also be recharged by the optional CS 860 Optical Communication Station MCO 860 F our Bay Cradle or PT C 860 Fast Battery Charger If you plan to use one of these accessories see the recharging instructions provided with that unit CAUTION Do not charge a PTC 860NI s battery pack in a hazardous location Accessories are approved for use with the PT C 860NI only in non hazardous locations 1 Makesurethe PTC Is off
23. case See Figure 6 46 FIGURE 6 Inserting AA alkaline batteries into the plastic battery case 3 Hold the battery casein one hand with the opening up and the polarity marks facing you 4 Insert the battery case open end first into the battery compartment CAUTION Do not force the battery case into the battery compartment A raised tab on the left side of the battery case prevents the case from being inserted incorrectly 5 Pick up the battery door and look at the gasket on the inside Make sure the gasket is clean of dust and dirt If necessary wipe it with a soft cloth 6 Hold the battery door so the rounded corners are at the bottom The battery door will fit in place only if the rounded corners are even with the back of the PTC 7 Placethe battery door over the opening in the bottom of the PTC and line up the screws with the holes in the PTC 8 Tighten the screws that hold the battery door in place Tighten them until they are snug but not more 9 Turn on the PTC It should not display any warning messages if the batteries have been inserted properly and are new 47 Backup battery Under average conditions the backup battery will last a number of years When the backup battery fails a warning message displays on the PTC s screen Because the backup battery is attached to one of the internal circuit boards it can be replaced only by a trained Telxon service engineer Send the PTC toa Telxon service
24. e companies and are hereby acknowledged Symbol Technologies Inc One Symbol Plaza Holtsville New York 11742 1300 http www symbol com Symbol Support Center 1 800 653 5350 TSUA GUIDE TO THE PTC 860 O ptical Models TELA uide to the PTC 860 Optical Models er 14767 701 te 10 20 94 Telxon and TCAL Telxon Common Application Language are registered trademarks of Telxon Corporation MS DOS is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation IBM isa registered trademark of International Business Machines Inc The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice Telxon Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial omissions or mistakes in this manual nor shall it be liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from your use of the information contained in this manual This manual is copyrighted All rights are reserved No part of this manual may be photocopied or reproduced in any form without the prior written consent of Telxon Copyright 1993 Telxon Corporation All Rights Reserved Contents FCC statement o 8 Safety information o ee ee 9 PIC COON lt gt renos eran A 9 Responsibility for use 9 Usein hazardous locations 9 Disposing of nickel cadmium batteries 12 Overview of the PTC 860 13 Enteringdata
25. eres such as acrolein butadiene ethylene oxide hydrogen propylene oxide or gases or vapors equivalent in hazard to hydrogen such as manufactured gas Group C Atmospheres such as cyclopropane ethylene ethyl ether or gases or vapors equivalent in hazard Group D Atmospheres such as acetone alcohol ammonia benzine benzol butane gasoline hexane lacquer solvent vapors naphtha natural gas propane or gases or vapors equivalent In hazard 10 Class Il Combustible dusts Division 2 e Not normally in the air e Accumulations normally sufficient to interfere with normal operation of electrical equipment or other apparatus e n theair as a result of infrequent malfunctioning of handling equipment process equipment e Accumulations are sufficient to interfere with the safe dissipation of heat from electrical equipment e Accumulations may be gnitible by abnormal or failure of electrical equipment Atmospheres containing combustible metal dusts regardless of resistivity dusts of similarly hazardous characteristics lt 100 kQ cm or electrically conductive dusts Atmospheres containing combustible carbon black charcoal or coke dusts that have gt 8 total volatile material or if these dusts are sensitized so that they present an explosion hazard and havea resistivity gt 100 kQ cm but lt 100 MQ cm Atmospheres containing combustible dusts having a resistivity gt 100 kQ cm or electric
26. et the data and store it in the PTC s memory Via cloning or downloading A third method of entering data into the PT C 860 is by receiving via cloning or downloading the data In cloning one PTC sends a duplicate copy of its programs and data to another PTC via a data cable connected directly to both PTCs In downloading a host computer sends data tothe PTC either directly using a data cable or over the telephone lines When sending data over the telephone lines an optional accessory such as a modem is used The modem is connected to the PTC with a data cable Once you enter data intothe PTC it is stored in files in the PTC s memory Each file holds a separate group of application related data For example a PTC used to collect many types of data sales orders inventory changes and employee hours would store all data relating to sales orders in one file all data relating to inventory changes in another and all data relating to employee hours in still another B gt Communicating data After collecting the data the PTC must either transmit the data to a host computer for processing or send it toa printer or both to make the data useful to you and your organization 14 Once the host computer receives the data from the PTC it uses that data to update its master files and records In some cases the host computer may even transmit data back tothe PTC asking you as the PTC s operator to perform a new task B gt Mode
27. g 19 21 42 disposing of 12 installing 45 46 part number 52 removing 44 45 when weak 19 25 30 0 Operating conditions 40 41 Operating temperature 40 50 Optical coupler 28 communicating data 36 37 Overview of the PT C 860 13 15 P Packing material saving 17 using 42 Parts 22 28 Physical specifications 50 51 Power backup system 30 Printers 20 31 part numbers 53 Prompts 13 PTC 860 checking 21 cleaning 42 43 compared to other models 15 dimensions 50 entering data 13 14 failuretoturn on 49 features 29 30 handling 41 items shipped with unit 16 maintaining 40 43 models 15 16 operating conditions 40 41 operating temperature 40 50 overview 13 15 part numbers 52 54 parts 22 28 servicing 43 specifications 50 51 storage temperature 42 50 storing 42 unpacking 16 17 PTC 860E S compared to other models 15 PTC 860N compared to other models 15 responsibility for use 9 safety information 9 12 use of accessories 15 use in hazardous locations 9 12 66 R RS 232 connector 28 36 S Safety information 9 12 disposing of battery packs 12 PTC 860N 9 12 Scanning 25 35 failures 35 49 Screwdriver 28 Servicing the PTC 860 43 Shipping damage 17 Specifications electrical 50 environmental 50 physical 50 51 Storage temperature 42 50 Storing the PTC 860 42 T Temperatures operating 40 50 storage 42 50 Troubleshooting 49 backup battery
28. he factory with this switch turned off to conserve the backup battery power Note Once you turn on the backup battery by pushing down on the backup battery switch do not attempt to reraise the Switch It is meant to stay down permanently If your PTC shows a Backup Battery Fault message when you turn on the PTC either turn on the backup battery or have the backup battery replaced Do not attempt to replace the backup battery yourself contact your Telxon service representative for assistance CAUTION Do not store a PT C 860 for over two months without charging the battery pack or replacing the alkaline batteries Otherwise both the primary batteries and the backup battery will drain and any data and programs loaded in the PTC s memory will be lost gt Bar code reader optional The PTC 860 unit not including the PT C 860ES and PT C 860NI units may have an optional bar code reader that plugs into the wand port on the side of the unit If your PT C 860 unit was ordered with a pencil wand bar code reader it has a holder for the reader attached to its side Bar code readers are available for the PT C 860ES and PT C 860NI but must be connected to the units through the 25 pin connector 25 PIN CONNECTOR OPTICAL COUPLER BATTERY RECHARGE POST ELASTIC STRAP FIGURE 2 Parts of the PTC 860 DISPLAY om E EU a EN M CI EI eden KEYBOARD a e Hz SE Ez d 4 3 WAND PORT 3 BA
29. ing data 63 ndex 25 pin connector 22 communicating data 37 38 connecting an accessory 31 33 removing an accessory 34 A Accessories 15 41 connecting 31 33 removing 34 used with PT C 860N1 15 Accessory fasteners latch plate 22 31 34 locking screw 22 31 34 slot 22 31 32 Adaptors 31 part numbers 53 Alkaline batteries 15 25 50 inserting 46 47 removing 44 45 when weak 19 25 30 Application flash EPROM 22 Automatic off 29 Automatic return at on 29 Backlight 29 Backup battery 23 44 replacing 48 turning on 17 19 Backup battery switch 19 23 Bar code reader 23 25 31 connecting 33 disconnecting 34 entering data 13 14 failureto read 35 49 part numbers 52 scanning 35 Bar codes 14 scanning 35 Battery chargers 20 21 25 part numbers 52 Battery compartment 25 Battery recharge posts 26 Beeper 30 Beeps 13 21 25 C Cables 31 connecting 37 38 connections 55 60 disconnecting 38 part numbers 54 Cautions battery use in the PTC 860NI 44 46 charging a PTC 860NI s battery pack 20 25 cleaning the PT C 860 42 connecting an accessory to the PTC 86ON1 31 41 disconnecting cables 38 inserting batteries 44 inserting batteries into the battery case 46 64 inserting the battery case 47 joining connectors 20 32 37 keeping battery door clean 45 PT C 860ES accessories 40 reprogramming a PTC 860NI s flash EPROM 22 storing a PT C 8
30. ing or twisting motion when pressing the connectors together CAUTION Do not force the connectors together if they do not connect easily You could bend the pins on the accessory s or cable s connector 32 FIGURE 4 Using the accessory locking latch 6 LOCKING LATCH VA If you are connecting an accessory directly tothe PTC tighten the PTC s locking screw and slide the accessory s locking latch as far tothe right as it will goto lock the accessory onto the PTC If you are connecting a cable connect the other end to the accessory using the same procedure Through the wand port PTC 860 only 1 Before attaching a bar code reader to the PT C 860 remove the protective plug from the wand port by placing the tip of a small screwdriver between the plug and the PTC and gently prying the plug from its port Line up the bar code reader plug with the PTC 8605 wand port and press the plug into the port until it snaps into place p gt Removing an accessory From the 25 pin connector 1 Turn off the PT C 860 2 Toremovean accessory that connects directly tothe PTC slide the accessory s locking latch as far to the left as it will go and loosen the PT C s locking screw 3 Pull the accessory or the cable s connector directly away from the PTC s 25 pin connector Do not pull at an angle Do not use a rocking or twisting motion when pulling the connectors apart From the wand port PTC 860 only 1
31. ls This manual covers the three optical models of the PT C 860 PT C 860 PT C 860ES and PTC 860NI These three models are similar but have the following differences The PT C 860 has a wand port used to connect bar code readers on its side The PT C 860ES Environmentally Sealed resembles the PT C 860 model but is specially sealed for use in harsh environments The unit does not have a wand port for connecting bar code readers Wands must be connected through the PTC s 25 pin connector The PTC 860NI Non I ncendive is designed for use in hazardous locations Refer to the Use in hazardous locations section on page 9 for the locations in which the unit is approved for use No accessories are approved for use with the PT C 860NI in hazardous locations However all PTC 860 accessories can beused with theunit in non hazardous locations Like the PTC 860ES the PT C 860NI does not have a wand port bar code readers must be connected through the unit s 25 pin connector Unlike the other two PT C 860 optical models which can use either an AFAT nickel cadmium battery pack or AA alkaline batteries the PTC 860NI can be used with only an AFAT nickel cadmium battery pack 15 etting started B gt PTC 860 optical models PTC 860 PTC 860ES and PTC 860NI This manual collectively refers to all three PT C 860 optical models as PT C 860 Instances in which PT C 860 refers specifically to the PT C 860 unit will be
32. lugs into this connector to communicate with the PTC The 25 pin connector can also be used to attach the PTC s battery charger The connector is between a slot a screw and a latch plate which are used to hold accessories in place when they are connected directly toa PTC B gt Application flash EPROM An application flash EPROM ts an electronic component soldered into the PT C 860 It contains the PT C s data collection program and determines the PT C s key functions the display prompts and messages and how and when the PTC prints or transmits data You can erase the application flash EPROM and then reprogram it with a new program from the host via software in the PTC s operating system For instructions on how to erase and reprogram an application flash EPROM refer tothe Guideto the FLASH Utilities TCAL or MS DOS Version See Appendix B for this manual s part number CAUTION Do not attempt to erase or reprogram the PT C 860NI s application flash EPROM in a hazardous location This procedure is approved for use only in a non hazardous location 22 B gt Backup battery All models of the PT C 860 have a built in backup battery The backup battery provides enough power to protect data stored in the PTC s memory when the main batteries are being changed or if they run out of power A switch inside the PTC accessible through the battery door lets you turn on the backup battery The PT C 860 Is shipped from t
33. n the PTC and the straight edge of the battery pack is facing up see Figure 5 then insert the battery pack directly into the bottom of the PTC The battery pack has a spacer to prevent it from being inserted incorrectly 4 Pick up the battery door and look at the gasket on the inside Make sure the gasket is clean of dust and dirt If necessary wipe it with a soft cloth 5 Hold the battery door so the rounded corners are at the bottom The battery door will fit in place only if the rounded corners are even with the back of the PTC 6 Placethe battery door over the opening in the bottom of the PTC and line up the screws with the holes in the PTC 7 Tighten the screws that hold the battery door in place Tighten them until they are snug but not more 8 Turn on the PTC It should not display any warning messages if the battery pack has been inserted properly and is charged AA alkaline batteries CAUTION Do not attempt to insert AA nickel cadmium batteries into the plastic battery case The case is designed for use with only AA alkaline batteries CAUTION Do not attempt to use alkaline batteries in the PT C 860NI This unit is designed for use with only an AFAT nickel cadmium battery pack 1 Hold the battery casein your hand with the battery outlines molded in the plastic facing up 2 Insert the batteries into the plastic battery case making sure they match the orientation of the polarity marks 4 molded on the
34. nector Do not pull at an angle Do not use a rocking or twisting motion when pulling the connectors apart B gt Cloning Cloning is a method for sending copies of data or programs from one PTC to another The specific keys to press the sequence to follow and the prompts that display vary according to your application Therefore this procedure describes only the general process of cloning Refer to your individual application documentation for specific instructions Before beginning the cloning procedure be sure both PTCs are fully charged If either PTC turns off during the cloning operation you must start the procedure again In addition you should monitor the cloning procedure from start to finish At some points the procedure requires action from you The primary PTC contains the data or program to be cloned The secondary PTC receives the program or data 38 Perform any preparations for cloning Connect a clone cable to the 25 pin connector on the primary PTC and to the 25 pin connector on the secondary PTC Follow your application s cloning procedure When the data or program has been cloned successfully disconnect the clone cable from both PT Cs 39 M aintaining the PTC 860 gt Operating conditions Each of the PTC 860 optical models can be operated at temperatures between 20 degrees F 29 degrees C and 120 degrees F 49 degrees C PTC 860 The PT C 860 unit is designed to operate in en
35. ns and safety standards Telxon expressly disclaims any responsibility for such determination The PTC 860NI uses a Telxon AFAT nickel cadmium battery pack Telxon part number 14861 000 This battery pack is the only pack approved for use with the PT C 860N1 The PTC 860NI is not user or field serviceable beyond battery replacement Use in hazardous locations The PTC 860NI is approved for use in Class l Division 2 Groups A B C and D Class Il Division 2 Groups E F and G and Class III Hazardous Locations In hazardous locations the PTC 860NI s only user interface is its keyboard the accessory ports are not suitable for use in hazardous locations WARNING Remove the PTC 860N from the potentially hazardous area if the unit is damaged or suspected of being damaged WARNING Remove the PTC 860N from the potentially hazardous location should the location become hazardous due to failure of containment systems equipment or other causes that would expose the unit to volatile substances TABLE 1 Hazardous classified locations in accordance with Article 500 National Electrical Code 1990 Class Flammable gases or vapors Division 2 e Liquids and gases are in closed containers or the systems are handled processed or used e Concentrations are normally prevented by positive mechanical ventilation e Adjacent to a Class Division 1 location GroupA Atmospheres containing acetylene Group B Atmosph
36. nsing 100 PT C 860E S 8 65 in 22 cm 3 3 in 8 4 cm 3 5 In 8 9 cm 1 7 in 4 3 cm 50 Weight w AFAT battery pack w AA batteries 25 5 oz kg 24 oz 68 kg 31 ppendix B p gt Hardware part numbers The following table contains part numbers for ordering accessory hardware for the PT C 860 optical models TABLE 2 Hardware part numbers e br Batteries Plastic battery case 15527 001 Alkaline batteries 07301 000 AFAT nickel cadmium battery pack 14861 000 Battery charger 15227 000 PTC 860 Fast Battery Charger with cycling 15618 001 without cycling 15618 002 Bar code readers Pencil wands 6 mil VR 09840 824 6 mil IR 09840 805 10 mil VR 09840 806 10 mil IR 09840 807 Laser diode scanner See HeN e scanner See e br Printers P 24 Microprinter MP 830 Microprinter 24 column version 24 column version kit 42 column version 42 column version kit RM 80 Printer Adaptors BCM 6 TBM 160 Modems TCM 100 TCM 212R TCM 224 Cradles CS 860 Optical Communication Station w o mounting hardware w table mount hardware w wall mount hardware MCO 860 F our Bay Cradle w o a modem w a 202 modem w a 212 224 modem w a 224MV modem 16603 102 16489 000 16489 700 16489 003 16489 703 16406 004 12664 001 10854 001 10095 202 11231 100 14580 00X 14816 000 14816 001 14816 002 15934 000 15934 001 15934 002 15934 003 53 e br Cables PT C to lBM PC AT cable
37. o another computer or PTC via the 25 pin connector you need the correct cable Different cables may be required depending on what you are connecting the PTC to See the manual or instructions your organization supplies for your data collection program Connecting a cable b Make sure you have the correct cable for the device you are connecting to If you use the wrong cable the PTC may not be able to communicate Turn off the PTC Line up the connector on the cable with the connector on the PTC The pins on the cable s connector fit into the holes in the PT C s connector Gently slip the connector on the cable over the connector on the PTC and press them together Do not use a rocking or twisting motion when pressing the connectors together CAUTION Do not force the connectors together if they do not connect easily You could bend the pins on the cable s connector Connect the other end of the cable to the computer or other PTC 37 6 Turn on the PTC and then turn on the device it is connected to 7 To communicate follow the instructions for your data collection program Disconnecting a cable CAUTION When removing the cable from the PTC or other device grasp the cable connector head to remove the cable Pulling on the cable can break the wiring from the cable connector 1 Turn off the PT C 860 2 Turn off the other computer or PTC 3 Pull the cable s connector directly away from the PTC s 25 pin con
38. o show the date and time on its display or to direct a printer to place a time Stamp on a report gt Memory The PTC 8605 internal memory stores your organization s data collection program and the data you type into the PTC The amount of memory in your PTC determines how much data you can type in before you have to send it to a host computer or print it Various amounts of memory are available from Telxon and the amount actually installed in your PTC has been determined by your organization s needs B gt Power backup system The PT C 860 contains a lithium cell that is used as a backup energy source when the main batteries are removed or are too weak to provide adequate power If used continuously the cell lasts twenty days If the main batteries are always left in the PTC and charged the cell has a minimum five year life 30 Connecting accessories Many accessories are available for the PT C 860 These include printers adaptors modems and bar code readers All accessories connect to the PTC 860ES and PTC 860N through the 25 pin connector Bar code readers can be connected to the PT C 860 through a wand port on the unit s side Some accessories plug directly into the 25 pin connector on the PTC some require a cable between the PTC and the accessory The same general procedure is used to connect accessories and cables CAUTION Do not connect an accessory to or use an accessory with a PTC 860NI in a hazardous l
39. ocation Accessories are approved for use with the PTC 860NI only in non hazardous locations B gt Connecting an accessory Through the 25 pin connector The PT C 860 has three accessory fasteners a latch plate a locking screw and a slot See Figure 3 1 Turn off the PT C 860 2 Ifthe accessory has a locking tab find the slot and locking screw on the back of the PTC near the top and loosen the screw See Figure 3 FIGURE 3 Accessory fasteners 3 LATCH PLATE LOCKING SLOT LOCKING SCREW E oe Oe S 000000000000 C 0000000000000 gt If the accessory uses a locking latch find the latch plate on the top of the PTC The latch plate has a keyhole shaped opening in it Note which side the wider part of the opening is on See Figure 3 Locate the sliding latch button on the bottom of the accessory then locate the locking latch on the front of the accessory and slide it into the open position to the left See Figure 4 If you are connecting an accessory directly tothe PTC insert the accessory s tab into the slot on the PTC and line up the sliding button on the bottom of the accessory with the wider end of the keyhole in the PTC s latch plate If you are connecting a cable line up the connector on the Cable with the 25 pin connector on the PTC Gently slip the connector on the accessory or cable over the connector on the PTC and press them together Do not use a rock
40. omponent soldered into a PTC that contains the unit s data collection program It can be erased and reprogrammed while in the PTC A series of vertical bars and spaces used to encode numeric or alphanumeric information Bar codes are designed to be read by electronic means such as bar code readers or laser scanners An electrical device designed to recognize and decipher bar code labels When the reader passes over the bar code it converts the bar code into electrical signals representing data The PTC can then enter this data into files in its memory Carrier detect signal CD indicates that the modem is receiving a signal from the remote modem A letter number or symbol The process of copying a program or data files from one PTC directly to another Clear to send signal CTS indicates that the line between a modem and a terminal device is clear for transmission CTS typically follows a raised request to send RTS signal The transport of encoded information from one point to another Data communications equipment A device that controls and converts incoming data or communication For example a modem 61 display DSR DTE DTR function key hardware host computer keyboard overlay LCD LED modem MS DOS nickel cadmium battery pack one way communication The LCD screen on the front of the PTC It shows data entered into the PTC and warning prompts Data set ready signal The modem send
41. over two months without charging the battery pack or replacing the alkaline batteries Otherwise your data and programs will be lost B gt Battery recharge posts The battery recharge posts one on each side of the optical coupler make contact with spring loaded posts on an optical communication cradle and are used to recharge the PTC s nickel cadmium battery pack B gt Display The PTC 860 s display screen shows the information you type or scan into the PTC and messages and instructions from the PTC or the host computer The screen is a supertwist liquid crystal display LCD The display can show up to sixteen lines of information each line sixteen or twenty one characters long In addition the display is graphics supported which allows a variety of character sets to be displayed and enables the 16 line display to emulate an 8 line display Above the display are two light emitting diode LED indicators The green LED glows when the battery pack is being charged The red LED glows when the batteries are low The low battery LED works only when the PTC is turned on p gt Elastic strap A wide elastic strap on the back of the PTC is used as a hand strap It secures the PTC to the palm of your hand making it easier to hold onto the PTC when you are using it p gt Keyboard The keyboard on the PT C 860 can have fifty forty or twenty four keys Each keyboard has two different types of keys data keys and function keys
42. place Do not connect or use any accessories with a PT C 860NI in a hazardous location Use only an AFAT nickel cadmium battery pack in the PT C 860N1 Use only Telxon approved batteries and accessories Do not attempt to connect any electrical device that is not part of your PT C 860 system to the PT C 860 Protect the PT C 860 from excessive heat cold and moisture and from harsh dirty environments Do not Insert anything into the 25 pin connector Do not remove any of the rubber or plastic plugs on the PT C 860 s case except to add a bar code reader 41 gt Storing the PTC 860 CAUTION Do not store a PT C 860 for over two months without charging the battery pack or replacing the alkaline batteries Otherwise both the primary batteries and the backup battery will drain and any data or programs loaded into the PTC s memory will be lost e Donot store the PTC 860 in temperatures below 20 degrees F 29 degrees C or above 160 degrees F 71 degrees C Do not store the PTC 860 in a damp or humid environment 1 Transfer any data stored in the PTC to a host computer or another PTC or print the data Seethe manual or instructions for your organization s data collection program for information 2 Make sure you have a copy of any programs stored in the PTC Disconnect all accessories from the PTC 4 Recharge the PTC s battery pack or replace the alkaline batteries 5 Pack the PTC in the original packing
43. s DSR to the attached device to indicate that the modem is connected on and ready Data terminal equipment A device comprising the data source For example the host computer Data terminal ready signal The signal sent by the terminal device to the modem to Indicate that the terminal is ready for transmission A key on the PTC s keyboard that is defined by an application to perform a specific task When pressed a function key executes a certain function for example ENTER END ON OFF Equipment used in conjunction with programs or data communication Compare with software A personal computer or mainframe that receives and processes data from PTCs The plastic label that lies on the PTC keyboard identifying the function key definitions Liquid crystal display The PT C 860 s display is of this type Light emitting diode M odulator demodulator A communication device that converts serial digital data from a transmitting device to a signal suitable for transmission over a telephone line and then reconverts the Signal to serial digital data for the receiving device Microsoft Disk Operating System A type of rechargeable battery used to power the PTC and some of its accessories Transport of information from one device to another without interruption In one way communication the receiving device cannot respond directly to the sending device 62 optical coupler prompt PTC RAM RI RS 232 RTS R
44. t required e A small screwdriver or the screwdriver on the PT C 860 s elastic strap p gt Removing the batteries 1 Turn off the PTC 2 Lay the PTC facedown with the bottom toward you 3 Locate the battery door and the two screws securing it 4 Unscrew the two screws using the small screwdriver Note Do not remove the screws from the battery door The screws are designed to stay in the door when it is removed from the PTC 44 5 Lay the battery door facedown on your work surface The gasket on the inside of the door should be facing up CAUTION Keep the gasket and the inside of the battery door clean and free of dust and dirt Dust or dirt on the gasket could keep it from sealing properly 6 Pick up the PTC 7 Hold your free hand near the bottom of the PTC and tilt the unit so the nickel cadmium battery pack or battery case with AA alkaline batteries slides out into your hand You may have to gently shake the PTC to get the battery pack or case to slide out 8 Tilt the battery case to slide out the old batteries B gt Installing new batteries AFAT nickel cadmium battery pack 1 Locate the sign molded into the PTC near the battery compartment opening 2 Examinethe AFAT nickel cadmium battery pack Locate the sign printed on the battery pack FIGURE 5 Inserting a battery pack 0 STRAIGHT EDGE OF BATTERY PACK 45 3 Makesurethe sign on the battery pack is on the same side as the sign o
45. ta collection program and how your PTC 860 is equipped The PT C 860 can be set up for either one way or two way communication It can communicate through its optical coupler or through its RS 232 type 25 pin connector The PT C 860 can be connected directly to a host computer or another PTC or it can be equipped with an optional modem to communicate over telephone lines B gt Using the optical coupler The PT C 860 has an optical coupler on the back of its unit The optical coupler converts electronic signals inside the PTC into pulses of light that can be detected by the CS 860 Optical Communication Station or the MCO 860 F our Bay Cradle When the PT C 860 is placed in a cradle an optical coupler on the cradle senses the pulses of light from the PTC and converts them into electronic signals for direct communication tothe host computer or with an external modem for transmission over telephone lines Likewise the cradle can communicate back to the PTC through the optical couplers 36 Communicating through the optical coupler requires the use of an optical communication cradle See the Guideto the CS 860 Optical Communication Station or the Guideto the MCO 860 F our Bay Cradle for instructions CAUTION Do not use a PTC 860NI with a CS 860 or an MC0 860 in a hazardous location Accessories are approved for use with the PTC 860NI only in non hazardous locations B gt Using the 25 pin connector To connect the PT C 860 t
46. vironments that are normally free of dust dirt and moisture PTC 860ES The PT C 860E S is designed to work in rugged environments It has been specially sealed to resist dust dirt and moisture CAUTION Although the PTC 860ES unit is designed to operate in rugged environments the available accessories are not Do not operate a PT C 860ES with any attached accessories in excessively dusty dirty or moist conditions PTC 860NI The PTC 860NI is designed for use in hazardous locations Refer tothe Usein hazardous locations section on page 9 for information on the locations in which the unit is approved for use 40 CAUTION Do not operate a PTC 860NI with any attached accessories in a hazardous location Accessories are approved for use with the PTC 860NI only in non hazardous locations B gt Handling the PTC 860 The following information can help to ensure you receive reliable trouble free service from your PT C 860 Do not open the PT C 860 s case Only a trained technician can service the parts inside the PTC s case If you store a PT C 860 containing a nickel cadmium battery pack in below freezing temperatures for more than 1 hour do not charge the battery pack until it warms up to room temperature Make sure the PT C 860 is off before you connect or remove any accessories or replace the batteries M ake sure all accessories connected by cable are connected correctly and all accessories are locked into
47. wdriver on the PT C 860 s elastic strap A pen or pencil 1 Makesurethe PTC is off 2 Disconnect any accessories and remove the elastic strap from the PTC Locate the battery door and the two screws securing it 4 Unscrew the two screws and remove the battery door Note Do not remove the screws from the battery door The screws are designed to stay in the door when it is removed from the PTC 17 FIGURE 1 Backup battery switch Interior view BATTERY COMPARTMENT BACKUP BATTERY COMPARTMENT lt SO A 4 KO BOTTOM OF PTC PEN OR PENCIL Interior side view PUSH DOWN eek BACKUP BATTERY SWITCH aie PEN OR PENCIL 5 Ifthe AFAT battery pack or the plastic case containing batteries is in the PTC 8605 battery compartment remove it Refer to the Removing the batteries section on page 44 for the correct procedure 6 The backup battery switch is located in a small opening just inside the battery compartment and tothe right when the PTC is facedown see Figure 1 Insert the tip of a pen or pencil into the opening and apply direct pressure to push down the switch Make sure the switch is pressed down completel y 7 Insert the AFAT battery pack or the plastic case containing batteries into the PT C 860 s battery compartment Refer to the Installing new batteries section on page 45 for the correct procedure 8 Replace the battery door and tighten the two screws Note f the
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