Datalogic BC9xx0-STAR Base Station/Charger
This document is a Quick Reference Guide for the Datalogic BC9xx0-STAR Base Station/Charger.
Introduction
The BC9xx0 base station, when paired with one or more PowerScan™ PM9X00 readers, builds a Cordless Reading System for the collection, decoding, and transmission of bar code data. It can be connected to a Host PC via RS232, USB, or KBD Wedge, and is suited for single-cradle layouts. The BC9x60 models also allow multi-cradle layouts through an RS485 Network. The BC91x0 models provide a spare battery charger slot.
The label on the cradle contains LED indicators and a multi-function button. When the button is pressed, the cradle will transmit a "broadcast" message. When the broadcast is sent, all properly configured scanners (Radio RX Time-out set to keep the radio "awake") that are linked to that base and within radio range coverage will emit a beep and blink within 5 seconds. This functionality is useful to:
- Verify which scanners are linked to a certain base station
- Detect a scanner forgotten somewhere
The LEDs signal the BC9xx0 status, as shown:
LED Status:
- Aux: Yellow On = BC9xx0 is powered through an external power supply or by the Host.
- Host: Yellow On = BC9xx0 is powered by the Host.
- Reader: Green On = reader battery completely charged. Red On = reader battery charging. Orange Blinking = reader battery fault - replace battery. Red/Green Alternating Blinking = charging error. Off = reader not in cradle or not properly inserted.
- Spare (BC91x0 models only): Green On = spare battery completely charged. Orange Blinking = spare battery fault - replace spare battery. Red/Green Alternating Blinking = charging error. Off = no spare battery or not fully inserted.
- Radio: Yellow Blinking = radio activity.
- Ethernet (Ethernet models only): Green Blinking = Ethernet activity.
Installation
To set up your BC9xx0 cradle, you must:
- Physically install the cradle.
- Make all system connections.
- Configure the BC9xx0 cradle.
Mounting the BC9xx0 Cradle
The cradle package contains the following items:
- BC9xx0 Base Station (with Desktop Mounting Bracket installed)
- BC9xx0 Quick Reference Guide (this manual)
- 1 Metal Mounting plate
- 1 Wall Mounting Bracket
The cradle can be mounted on a flat surface for desktop usage or affixed vertically to a wall.
Mounting Brackets
The cradle comes with two different mounting brackets: Desktop Mounting Bracket (Horizontal) and Wall Mounting Bracket (Vertical). The appropriate bracket is used depending on the mounting surface. The Desktop Mounting Bracket is installed by default. For vertical installation, the Wall Mounting Bracket must be attached instead.
Desktop mount bracket has ribs to keep the scanner in place when the cradle is horizontal.
Wall mount bracket contains bosses to keep the scanner in place when the cradle is vertical.
To change the Bracket:
- Remove the screw holding the Bracket in place. Retain the screw for re-use.
- Carefully lift off the Bracket.
- Install the other bracket by first slipping the end tab into place on the base station, then easing the tabs into place on the sides.
- Replace the screw to secure the Bracket to the Base Station.
Permanent Mounting
For desktop or wall mounting, the cradle can be fastened directly to a flat surface using screws (not included). When mounting on drywall, the base should be screwed to a wall stud or supporting beam for additional support.
Mounting for Portable Use
If portability of the cradle is required, the metal plate must be used. There are two ways this can be done:
- Mount the metal plate on a flat surface so the cradle can be slid off and on.
- Mount the metal plate onto the back of the base station and then screw both to the desired surface. For additional security on wall mounting, it is strongly recommended that the cradle be secured into place using two auxiliary screws through the mounting holes on the side.
Mounting the Metal Plate
- Affix the metal plate onto the desired mounting surface using the two center screw holes.
- Remove the adhesive strips protecting the mounting tabs on the cradle.
- Slide the tabs on the back of the cradle onto the metal plate.
- After aligning the tabs, push up to lock into place.
Attaching the Metal Plate to Base: Alternatively, the mount can be attached first to the base, then both can be mounted to a wall as described above.
System Connections
CAUTION: Connections should always be made with power off!
The BC9xx0 cradle provides a multi-interface connector and a power supply connector.
Connecting and Disconnecting the Interface Cable: The BC9xx0 can be connected to a Host by means of a multi-interface cable, which must be simply plugged into the Host connector, visible on the front panel of the cradle. To disconnect the cable, insert a paper clip or other similar object into the hole corresponding to the Host connector on the body of the cradle. Push down on the clip while unplugging the cable.
Connection Types:
- RS232: Standard RS232 interface, Wincor-Nixdorf, or for OPOS/UPOS/JavaPOS.
- USB: USB COM to simulate RS232 standard interface, USB-OEM (for OPOS/UPOS/JavaPOS), or USB Keyboard (standard or alternate key encoding). Download the correct USB COM driver from www.datalogic.com.
- WEDGE: Keyboard Wedge for IBM AT PS2 with standard or alternate key encoding.
BC9xx0 Configuration
The BC9xx0 configuration can be performed in three ways: using the Datalogic Aladdin™ software, sending configuration strings from the Host PC via RS232 or USB-COM, or reading configuration bar codes with the PowerScan™ PM9X00 reader.
Datalogic Aladdin™
Datalogic Aladdin™ is a multi-platform utility program that provides a quick and user-friendly configuration method via the RS232/USB-COM interface. It also allows upgrading the software of the connected device.
Serial Configuration
By connecting the BC9xx0 to a PC through an RS232 or USB-COM interface cable, configuration strings can be sent from the PC to BC9xx0.
Configuration Bar Codes
Link the cradle and reader using the PowerScan™ PM9X00 Quick Reference procedures. Once pairing is complete, configure the BC9XXO cradle by reading configuration bar codes in this manual. To configure the BC9XXO using the PowerScan™ PM9X00 reader (paired with the Bind command), follow the procedure according to the interface selected.
Resetting Standard Product Defaults
Scan the Standard Product Default Settings bar code to restore factory configuration for the currently active interface. NOTE: Factory defaults are based on the interface type. Configure the reader for the correct interface before scanning this label. CAUTION: Scanning this bar code will RESET all settings for the PowerScan™ PM9X00. Any customized settings applied to the reader will be lost.
Compatibility with the PowerScan™ 8000 family
The BC9xx0 can be programmed to operate in a mode compatible with the PowerScan™ 8000 family. Refer to the PRG for details.
Selecting the Interface Type
Upon completing the physical connection between the reader and its host, scan the appropriate bar code for your system's correct interface type.
Configuring the Interface
Scan the programming bar code which selects the appropriate interface type for the system the reader will be connected to. NOTE: Unlike some other programming features, interface selections require scanning only one programming bar code label. Do not scan an ENTER/EXIT bar code prior to scanning an interface selection bar code.
Some interfaces require the scanner to start in a disabled state when powered up. If additional scanner configuration is desired, pull the trigger and hold for 5 seconds. The scanner will change to a state that allows programming with bar codes.
RS232 Interface Options:
- RS232 standard interface (Select RS232-STD)
- RS232 Wincor-Nixdorf (Select RS232-WN)
- RS232 for OPOS/UPOS/JavaPOS (Select RS232 OPOS)
USB Interface Options:
- USB COM to simulate RS232 standard interface (USB-COM-STD)
- USB-OEM (for OPOS/UPOS/JavaPOS) (USB-OEM)
- USB Keyboard with standard key encoding (Select USB Keyboard)
- USB Keyboard with alternate key encoding (USB Alternate Keyboard)
Keyboard Interface Options:
- AT, PS/2 25-286, 30-286, 50, 50Z, 60, 70, 80, 90 & 95 w/ Standard Key Encoding (Select KBD-AT)
- Keyboard Wedge for IBM AT PS2 with standard key encoding but without external keyboard (Select KBD-AT-NK)
- AT, PS/2 25-286, 30-286, 50, 50Z, 60, 70, 80, 90 & 95 w/ Alternate Key (Select KBD-AT-ALT)
- Keyboard Wedge for IBM AT PS2 with alternate key encoding but without external keyboard (Select KBD-AT-ALT-NK)
Country Mode
This feature specifies the country/language supported by the keyboard. Scan the appropriate bar code to set the Country Mode.
- ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE
- Country Mode = U.S.
- Country Mode = Belgium
- Country Mode = Britain
- Country Mode = Croatia
- Country Mode = Czech Republic
- Country Mode = Denmark
- Country Mode = France
- Country Mode = French Canadian
- Country Mode = Germany
- Country Mode = Hungary
- Country Mode = Italy
- Country Mode = Japanese 106-key
- Country Mode = Lithuanian
- Country Mode = Norway
- Country Mode = Poland
- Country Mode = Portugal
- Country Mode = Romania
- Country Mode = Spain
- Country Mode = Sweden
- Country Mode = Slovakia
- Country Mode = Switzerland
Caps Lock State
This option specifies the format in which the reader sends character data. This applies to keyboard wedge interfaces and does not apply to USB keyboard or alternate key encoding keyboards.
- ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE
- Caps Lock State = Caps Lock OFF
- Caps Lock State = Caps Lock ON
- Caps Lock State = AUTO Caps Lock Enable
Numlock
This option specifies the setting of the Numbers Lock (Numlock) key while in keyboard wedge interface. This only applies to alternate key encoding interfaces. It does not apply to USB keyboard.
- ENTER/EXIT PROGRAMMING MODE
- Numlock = Numlock key unchanged
- Numlock = Numlock key toggled
Technical Features
| Electrical Features | |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage | External Power: 10 - 30 VDC Host Power: 5 VDC ±10% |
| Power Consumption | External Power: max. 10 W (charging) * Host Power: max. 500 mA (charging) |
| Indicators | Ext. Power/Data yellow LED, Host Power/Data yellow LED, Reader batt. state green/red LED, Spare batt. state green/red LED, Radio yellow LED, Ethernet green LED (Ethernet models only) |
| Time of Recharge | External Power: max. 4 hours with 2150 mAh Li-Ion battery Host Power: max. 10 hours with 2150 mAh Li-Ion battery |
| Environmental Features | |
|---|---|
| Working Temperature | Radio: -20° to +50 °C / -4 to +122 °F Battery Charging: 0° to +40 °C / +32° to +104 °F |
| Storage Temperature | -20° to +70 °C / -4 to +158 °F |
| Humidity | 90% non condensing |
| Protection Class | IP40 |
| Mechanical Features | |
|---|---|
| Weight without metal plate | about 390 g / 13.76 oz |
| Dimensions (without antenna) | 235 x 108 x 80 mm |
| Regulatory | See the regulatory addendum for details |
| Radio Features | |
|---|---|
| Frequency working center | 910MHz / 433MHz |
| Programmable Speed | 19.2 kb/s, 115.2 kb/s, 500 kb/s (default) / 36.8 kb/s, 500 kb/s (default) |
| Typical Range (in open air) | see reader's manual |
| Max number of devices per base station | 16 |
*Having a switching regulator inside, the BC9xx0 draws the same power, regardless of the supply voltage. i.e. as the input voltage increases the current drawn decreases.
Datalogic ADC Limited Factory Warranty
Warranty Coverage
Datalogic warranties this product against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of 3 years from the date of shipment, provided that the product is operated under normal and proper conditions. Datalogic hardware products are warranted against defects in material and workmanship under normal and proper use. Datalogic's liability under this warranty is limited to furnishing the labor and parts necessary to remedy any defect covered by this warranty and restore the product to its normal operating condition. Repair or replacement of product during the warranty does not extend the original warranty term. Products are sold on the basis of specifications applicable at the time of manufacture, and Datalogic has no obligation to modify or update products once sold.
If Datalogic determines that a product has defects in material or workmanship, Datalogic shall, at its sole option, repair or replace the product without additional charge for parts and labor, or credit or refund the defective products duly returned to Datalogic. Datalogic may use new or reconditioned parts, components, subassemblies, or products that have been tested as meeting applicable specifications for equivalent new material and products. Customer will allow Datalogic to scrap all parts removed from the repaired product. The warranty period shall extend from the date of shipment from Datalogic for the duration published by Datalogic for the product at the time of purchase. Datalogic warrants repaired hardware devices against defects in workmanship and materials on the repaired assembly for a 90-day period starting from the date of shipment of the repaired product from Datalogic or until the expiration of the original warranty period, whichever is longer. Datalogic does not guarantee, and is not responsible for, the maintenance of, damage to, or loss of configurations, data, and applications on the repaired units and at its sole discretion can return the units in the 'factory default' configuration or with any software or firmware update available at the time of the repair. Customer accepts responsibility to maintain a back-up copy of its software and data.
Warranty Claims Process
To obtain service under the Factory Warranty, Customer must notify Datalogic of the claimed defect before the expiration of the applicable Warranty period and obtain from Datalogic a return authorization number (RMA) for return of the product to a designated Datalogic service center. If Datalogic determines the Customer's claim is valid, Datalogic will repair or replace the product without additional charge for parts and labor. Customer shall be responsible for packaging and shipping the product to the designated Datalogic service center, with shipping charges prepaid. Datalogic shall pay for the return of the product to Customer if the shipment is to a location within the country in which the Datalogic service center is located. Customer shall be responsible for paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for products returned to any other locations. Failure to follow the applicable RMA policy may result in a processing fee. Customer shall be responsible for return shipment expenses for products which Datalogic, at its sole discretion, determines are not defective or eligible for warranty repair.
Warranty Exclusions
The Datalogic Factory Warranty shall not apply to:
- Any product which has been damaged, modified, altered, repaired, or upgraded by other than Datalogic service personnel or its authorized representatives.
- Any claimed defect, failure, or damage which Datalogic determines was caused by faulty operations, improper use, abuse, misuse, wear and tear, negligence, improper storage, or use of parts or accessories not approved or supplied by Datalogic.
- Any claimed defect or damage caused by the use of product with any other instrument, equipment, or apparatus.
- Any claimed defect or damage caused by the failure to provide proper maintenance, including but not limited to cleaning the upper window in accordance with the product manual.
- Any defect or damage caused by natural or man-made disaster such as, but not limited to, fire, water damage, floods, other natural disasters, vandalism, or abusive events that would cause internal and external component damage or destruction of the whole unit, consumable items.
- Any damage or malfunctioning caused by non-restoring action, such as firmware or software upgrades, software or hardware reconfigurations, etc.
- The replacement of upper window/cartridge due to scratching, stains, or other degradation.
- Any consumable or equivalent (e.g., cables, power supply, batteries, keypads, touch screen, triggers, etc.).
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Customer may not assign or otherwise transfer its rights or obligations under this warranty except to a purchaser or transferee of product. No attempted assignment or transfer in violation of this provision shall be valid or binding upon Datalogic.
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Customer shall bear risk of loss or damage for product in transit to Datalogic. Datalogic shall assume risk of loss or damage for product in Datalogic's possession. In the absence of specific written instructions for the return of product to Customer, Datalogic will select the carrier, but Datalogic shall not thereby assume any liability in connection with the return shipment.
Ergonomic Recommendations
CAUTION: In order to avoid or minimize the potential risk of ergonomic injury, follow the recommendations below. Consult with your local Health & Safety Manager to ensure that you are adhering to your company's safety programs to prevent employee injury.
- Reduce or eliminate repetitive motion
- Maintain a natural position
- Reduce or eliminate excessive force
- Keep objects that are used frequently within easy reach
- Perform tasks at correct heights
- Reduce or eliminate vibration
- Reduce or eliminate direct pressure
- Provide adjustable workstations
- Provide adequate clearance
- Provide a suitable working environment
- Improve work procedures
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