1. Introduction
Welcome to the user manual for your AGPTEK Bluetooth & 2.4GHz Wireless Barcode Scanner. This manual provides essential information on setting up, operating, and maintaining your device to ensure optimal performance. Please read it thoroughly before use.
2. Product Overview
2.1 Package Contents
- Barcode Scanner x 1
- Charging Base x 1
- User Manual x 1
- USB Cable x 1
The package includes the barcode scanner, its charging base, this user manual, and a USB cable for charging and wired connection.
Image: The AGPTEK barcode scanner, its charging base, and the included USB cable.
2.2 Key Features
- Multiple Connectivity: Supports Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless, and USB wired 3-in-1 connectivity.
- High-Performance Scanning: Equipped with a CMOS imager for fast and accurate scanning of 1D and 2D barcodes, including QR codes, Data Matrix, and PDF417. Capable of reading color, shrink-wrapped, damaged, smudged, or poorly printed labels.
- Smart Battery Management: Features a 2000mAh high-capacity battery providing up to 12 hours of continuous use, with a battery level indicator.
- Wireless Charging Cradle: The base integrates charging, signal reception, and stand functions.
- Durable Design: Buttons tested for over 10 million presses. Ergonomic design for comfortable grip. 1.5m (5ft) shockproof.
- Versatile Application: Suitable for courier logistics, warehouses, retail, healthcare, restaurants, and mobile payment scenarios.
- Multiple Scanning Modes: Auto-Sensing, Continuous Scanning, and Manual Trigger modes.
- Two Upload Methods: Instant Upload and Offline Cloud Storage (up to 20,000 barcodes).
Image: The scanner utilizing its red LED aiming and colored LED lighting to accurately read a QR code on a smartphone screen.
Image: Illustration of the scanner's super decoding ability, showing its compatibility with various barcode types including color codes, overlay codes, distortion codes, damaged codes, screen codes, EAN8, EAN13, Interleaved 2 of 5, QR, PDF417, and Data Matrix.
3. Setup
3.1 Initial Charging
Before first use, fully charge the scanner. Connect the USB cable to the charging base and a power source (e.g., computer USB port or USB wall adapter). Place the scanner onto the charging base. The battery indicator lights on the scanner will show charging status.
Image: The scanner on its charging base, highlighting the replaceable 2000mAh battery and the battery level indicator lights (25%, 50%, 75%, 100%).
3.2 Connecting the Scanner
The scanner offers three connection methods: Bluetooth, 2.4GHz Wireless, and USB Wired.
- USB Wired Mode: Connect the scanner directly to your computer using the provided USB cable. The scanner will function as a plug-and-play device.
- 2.4GHz Wireless Mode: Insert the 2.4GHz USB dongle (integrated into the charging base) into your computer's USB port. The scanner will automatically connect to the dongle.
- Bluetooth Mode: Ensure your device's Bluetooth is enabled. Scan the Bluetooth pairing barcode (found in the full instruction manual) with the scanner. Then, select the scanner from your device's Bluetooth settings to pair.
The scanner is compatible with Windows, Mac OS, iOS, Android, and Linux operating systems.
Image: Visual representation of the 3-in-1 connection options (Bluetooth, USB, 2.4GHz) and compatibility with various operating systems including Linux, Android, Mac, iOS, and Windows.
