Bluebird RFR900/RFR900 with Barcode Scanner User Manual

1 About This Manual

The RFR900/RFR900 with Barcode Scanner offers high-quality features for Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) and barcode scanning. This user manual is designed to help users effectively operate the device when paired with a Bluetooth® wireless technology enabled host device, such as a mobile computer or smartphone.

Please read this manual carefully before using the device for safe and proper use.

• This device may only be used in countries where it is sold.
• The components and colors of this device in this manual may differ from the actual product.
• Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
• Some screens or illustrations used in this manual may differ from the actual screens of the device.
• Except where noted, mobile device illustrations used in the manual are of the EF400 model.

2 Safety Information

2.1 Symbols

This manual uses the following symbols to indicate hazards and additional information:

Please read this safety precaution information carefully. Failure to follow the information provided may result in fire, electric shock, or other property damage or bodily injuries.

2.2 Device

• ⚠️ Do not press the Power button on the device if it is wet, or touch the adapter or power cord with wet hands. There is a risk of electric shock.
• ⚠️ Do not use your device in an explosive danger zone.
• ⚠️ If your device becomes wet, do not attempt to dry it using heaters, microwaves, etc. There is a risk of explosion or malfunction.
• ⚠️ Although this device is very sturdy, do not drop, hit, bend, or sit on it on purpose. It can be broken.
• ⚠️ Do not modify, take apart, or repair the device. Contact your customer service center. Failure to do so will void your warranty.
• ⚠️ Do not attempt to modify your hardware or software. It may cause device malfunction and void your warranty.
• ⚠️ Back up the data and information from your device. Your data may be erased during repairs or upgrades.
• ⚠️ Do not paint your device. It can damage your screen or your device's exterior.
• ⚠️ Avoid using or storing this device at extreme temperatures. This device is designed to work at temperatures between -20°C and 60°C (-4°F and 140°F), and humidity levels between 5% and 95%.

2.3 Environment

• ⚠️ Do not use the device while driving or operating heavy machinery. Doing so may result in death or serious injury.
• ⚠️ Do not use the device in locations with combustible goods. Doing so may result in an explosion.
• ⚠️ Do not use the device in dusty or hot locations. Doing so may damage the device.
• ⚠️ Do not expose your device to direct sunlight, such as on the dashboard of a car for extended periods of time.
• ⚠️ Do not use the device in humid locations. Doing so may damage the device and void the warranty.
• ⚠️ Do not keep the device close to air conditioner vents. Corrosion within the device may occur due to condensation from changes in temperature.
• ⚠️ Do not allow children to play with the device.

2.4 Battery and Charging

• ⚠️ Improper battery use may cause fire, explosion, or other hazard.
• ⚠️ If the battery is removed due to impact, heat, submersion, or other damage, there is a risk of explosion. Keep away from children and animals.
• ⚠️ Do not allow the battery's contacts to touch items like necklaces, coins, or electric conductors. Do not give any impact with sharp objects. There is a risk of explosion.
• ⚠️ Use only the approved battery and charger. Using an incompatible battery or charger may cause device malfunction or other damage, such as fire.
• ⚠️ When you are not using the device for a long period, take out the battery and keep the device and the battery in a dry, cool place. Also, charge the battery at least once a year. If you keep it without charging for a long time, it may cause device malfunction.

2.5 Frequency Interference

• ⚠️ This wireless device may cause radio frequency interference, so use Airplane mode or turn off the device when prohibited.
• ⚠️ The device emits electromagnetic fields. It may interfere with your medical devices.
• ⚠️ Do not place credit cards, phone cards, bankbooks, and tickets next to the device. The magnetic field of the device can damage their magnetic strips.

3 Overview

3.1 Package Contents

RFR900

The package includes:

• A depiction of the RFR900 device: a handheld unit with a pistol grip and a top cradle for a mobile device.
• A depiction of a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack.
• A depiction of a wrist strap.

RFR900 with Barcode Scanner

The package includes:

• A depiction of the RFR900 device with an integrated barcode scanner at the top, attached to a pistol grip.
• A depiction of a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack.
• A depiction of a wrist strap.

The illustrations may differ from your actual items.

To purchase additional accessories, contact your sales representative.

You can download the User Manual from www.mypidion.com. The paper version may be available in some regions.

3.2 Your Device

3.2.1 Side View (Left)

RFR900 (Left View): A handheld device with a pistol grip and a top cradle. Labeled components include: 1. Transmit/read LED (status indicator), 2. Battery LED (charging/status), 3. RFID/barcode switch button, 4. Battery release button (on the handle), 5. Power button (on the handle), 6. Device connector (at the bottom of the cradle).

RFR900 with Barcode Scanner (Left View): Similar to the RFR900 left view, but the cradle has an integrated barcode scanner. Labeled components: 1. Transmit/read LED, 2. Battery LED, 3. RFID/barcode switch button, 4. Battery release button, 5. Power button, 6. Device connector.

3.2.2 Side View (Right)

RFR900 (Right View): A handheld device with a pistol grip. Labeled components: 1. Micro USB port (for charging), 2. Speaker, 3. RFID antenna, 4. Trigger (for scanning/reading), 5. Status LED (device attached/detached).

RFR900 with Barcode Scanner (Right View): Similar to the RFR900 right view, with an integrated barcode scanner. Labeled components: 1. Micro USB port, 2. Speaker, 3. RFID antenna, 4. Trigger, 5. Status LED, 6. Barcode scanner.

3.2.3 LEDs

Detailed LED status descriptions:

4 Getting Started

Follow the steps below to start using your RFR900/RFR900 with Barcode Scanner with a mobile device:

• Charge the battery. (see page 9.)
• Turn on the device. (see page 12.)
• Connect to a mobile device directly or via Bluetooth. (see page 15.)
• Install an essential app (For details, see the corresponding app for Windows or Android.)

4.1 Charging the Battery

The RFR900/RFR900 with Barcode Scanner uses a lithium-ion rechargeable battery. Insert the provided battery before charging the device.

4.1.1 Installing the Battery

Insert the battery into the handle.

• A depiction shows the battery being inserted into the base of the RFR900 handle.
• A depiction shows the battery being inserted into the base of the RFR900 with Barcode Scanner handle.

4.1.2 Removing the Battery

Press the battery release buttons (labeled 1 and 2) on the lower part of the handle and pull the battery out.

• A depiction shows pressing release buttons on the RFR900 handle to remove the battery.
• A depiction shows pressing release buttons on the RFR900 with Barcode Scanner handle to remove the battery.

⚠️ Before removing the battery, turn off the power. Failure to do so may cause damage to the device.

4.1.3 Charging the Battery

The device can be charged with a charger. You can also charge the battery by connecting it to your computer with the provided micro USB cable. Check the device's battery status on the installed app.

• When the battery level is low, the battery LED will be orange.
• When the battery level is extremely low, the battery LED will be red.
• When the battery level is charging, the battery LED will blink orange.
• When the battery level is fully charged, the battery LED will be green.

✅ Charge the device before using it for the first time or after not using it for an extended period.

To charge with the charger: Plug the micro USB end of the cable into the device's micro USB port (labeled 1). Connect the other end of the USB cable to a power adapter (labeled 2). Plug the power adapter into a power outlet (labeled 3).

• A depiction shows the charging setup for the RFR900, connecting the micro USB cable to the device and then to a power adapter and outlet.
• A depiction shows the charging setup for the RFR900 with Barcode Scanner, connecting the micro USB cable to the device and then to a power adapter and outlet.

✅ When the battery level is extremely low, the device may not turn on. Charge the device and try to turn it on again. You can use the device while charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the device.

• ⚠️ Connect the charger properly. Failure to do so may cause damage to the device.
• ⚠️ The device may become hot when charging. If it becomes hotter than usual, disconnect the USB cable from the device.
• ⚠️ Do not remove the battery before disconnecting the charger. Doing so may cause damage to the device.

4.2 Turning the Device On and Off

To turn on the device, press the Power button. The Power LED will be blue.

• A depiction shows the location of the Power button on the handle of the RFR900.
• A depiction shows the location of the Power button on the handle of the RFR900 with Barcode Scanner.

To turn off the device, press and hold the Power button for a few seconds.

• To enter Sleep mode, press the Power button. If you do not use the device for 3 or more minutes, the device will enter Sleep mode automatically.
• To exit Sleep mode, quickly press the trigger.

⚠️ Do not turn off the device by removing the battery, as this may damage the device.

4.2.1 Resetting the Device

If your device is not working properly or freezes due to unknown errors, you can manually restart the device.

1. Press the battery release buttons on the lower part of the handle and pull the battery out.
   • A depiction shows removing the battery from the RFR900 handle.
   • A depiction shows removing the battery from the RFR900 with Barcode Scanner handle.
2. Reinsert the battery into the handle.
   • A depiction shows reinserting the battery into the RFR900 handle.
   • A depiction shows reinserting the battery into the RFR900 with Barcode Scanner handle.
3. Press the Power button to turn on the device.

✅ The device's data is saved when you perform a reset.

4.2.2 Updating the Firmware

If there is a new firmware version, you can download it to your device.

1. On your computer, launch an app to update the firmware.
2. Connect the USB cable to your computer.
3. Press and hold the trigger and plug the micro USB end of the cable into the device's micro USB port.

4.3 Connecting with a Mobile Device

To use the RFR900 with your device, attach it directly or connect via Bluetooth.

4.3.1 Attaching a Mobile Device

First, check that your mobile device is compatible with the RFR900.

⚠️ Do not slide the mobile device into the cradle.

1. Insert the upper part of the mobile device into the RFR900 with the screen facing up.
   • A depiction shows a mobile device being inserted into the top cradle of the RFR900, screen facing up.
2. Press the mobile device into the mount until you hear a click.
   • A depiction shows the mobile device fully seated in the RFR900 cradle.

When the mobile device is properly attached, the status LED will turn off.

Removing the Installed Device

1. Spread the cradle by pulling the both sides of it.
2. Push upward on the lower part of the mobile device and remove it.
   • A depiction shows spreading the cradle sides and lifting the mobile device out of the RFR900.

The RFR900 is designed to prevent the mobile device from detaching from the RFR900, so removing the mobile device may be difficult.

4.3.2 Connecting via Bluetooth

You can wirelessly connect to a mobile device via Bluetooth. You can read and send data to the connected device via Bluetooth. Because Bluetooth wireless technology uses radio waves to communicate, devices do not need to have a direct line of sight. However, they must be within 10 meters (33 feet) of each other, although the connection may be subject to interference from obstructions, such as walls or other electronic devices.

Pairing with an Android Device

To pair with an Android device:

1. On the mobile device, tap Settings > Bluetooth.
2. Turn on the Bluetooth feature.
3. On your RFR900, press and hold the Mode button for approximately 3 seconds to enter Bluetooth pairing mode.

⚠️ Do not forcefully press and hold the Mode button. This can damage your device.

✅ If your RFR900 does not pair with another device within 3 minutes, it will exit Bluetooth pairing mode.

4. On the mobile device, search for discoverable Bluetooth devices.
5. On the Bluetooth device list, tap the RFR900 to pair with it.
• Your RFR900 emits one short beep and the status LED blinks green fast.
6. Press the trigger once.
• The mobile device and RFR900 have paired successfully.
• Once your mobile device and the RFR900 have paired, they will remain paired until you unpair them.
• Supported Android environment: Android 5.0 or higher.

Pairing with a Windows Device

To pair with a Windows device:

1. On the mobile device, tap Settings > Bluetooth.
2. Turn on the Bluetooth feature.
3. On your RFR900, press and hold the Mode button for approximately 3 seconds to enter Bluetooth pairing mode.

⚠️ Do not forcefully press and hold the Mode button. This can damage your device.

✅ If your RFR900 does not pair with another device within 3 minutes, it will exit Bluetooth pairing mode.

4. On the mobile device, search for discoverable Bluetooth devices.
5. On the Bluetooth device list, tap the RFR900 to pair with it.
• Your RFR900 emits one short beep and the status LED blinks green fast.
6. Press the trigger once.
• The mobile device and RFR900 have paired successfully.
• Once your mobile device and the RFR900 have paired, they will remain paired until you unpair them.

5 Using the Device

5.1 Reading Tags

When you turn on RFR900, it is in RFID mode by default.

1. Press the RFID/Barcode switch button.

✅ The RFID/Barcode LED is off when RFID mode is active.

2. On the connected device, launch the app and start the connection.
3. Access the menu to view the scanned tag list.
4. Press the trigger.

• A depiction shows the RFR900 device with a laser beam aimed at a tag.
• A depiction shows the RFR900 with Barcode Scanner device with a laser beam aimed at a tag.

Aim the laser at the tag you want to read.

• When the tag is scanned successfully, you will hear a beep sound and the results will appear on the mobile screen.

5.2 Scanning Barcodes using the RFR900

To use the barcode scanning function:

1. Press the RFID/Barcode switch button.

✅ The RFID/Barcode LED turns green when Barcode mode is active.

2. On the connected device, launch the app and start the connection.
3. Access the menu to view the scanned bar code list.
4. Press the trigger. The device will emit a red laser.
   • A depiction shows the RFR900 device emitting a red laser beam to scan a barcode.
5. Aim the laser at the barcode you want to scan.

• When the barcode is scanned successfully, you will hear a beep sound and the results will appear on the mobile screen.
• For the best results, maintain a distance of approximately 10 cm (4 in) when scanning. Aim the laser at an appropriate angle as shown the following image.

⚠️ Do not stare into the laser. It may injure your eyes.

✅ When the device is turned off then back on, the device switches to RFID mode automatically.

5.3 Scanning Barcodes using the RFR900 with Barcode Scanner

✅ To scan barcodes using the RFR900 with Barcode Scanner, you need to connect it to the EF400 device.

1. Connect the RFR900 with Barcode Scanner to the EF400 device using the BBRFIDSample_new app via Bluetooth.
2. On the main screen, tap BARCODE (SB) to start the barcode scan. A screenshot shows the BBRFIDDemoBT app main screen with the BARCODE(SB) icon highlighted.
3. Tap SET BARCODE MODE to convert from RFID to Barcode mode. The Barcode mode screen will appear. A screenshot shows the Barcode(SB) screen with various settings.

✅ You can also press the Mode button on the left of the RFR900 with Barcode Scanner.

• A depiction shows the side view of the RFR900 with Barcode Scanner, highlighting the Mode button.

To scan a barcode tag, tap SB BARCODE START. The scanned data will be displayed on the top of the screen.

• A depiction shows two screenshots of the Barcode(SB) app screen, illustrating the scanned data appearing after tapping SB BARCODE START. An arrow indicates the transition.

To scan barcodes using your RFR900 with Barcode Scanner, press the trigger. The device will emit a red laser.

• A depiction shows the RFR900 with Barcode Scanner emitting a red laser beam to scan a barcode. The barcode itself is shown with a sample number.

For other settings, check the buttons on the screen and tap as required. For more information on the user input settings, refer to the SDK document provided by Bluebird.

5.4 Using Batch mode

When you turn on RFR900/RFR900 with Barcode Scanner, it is in Batch mode by default. Batch mode allows you to scan barcodes or read tags consecutively without transferring data to a mobile device immediately. It is recommended to stop scanning and reading before transferring the data via Bluetooth, so this mode is useful for scanning or reading a large volume of barcodes or tags. You can then use the app to transfer data to the mobile device.

Appendix A Device Specification

Physical Characteristics

RFID Characteristics

User Environment Characteristics

Bluetooth

Data Capture

Appendix B Accessories

Battery

• Standard battery: Rechargeable Li-ion, 3.64 V, 3,050 mAh

Carrying Accessories

• Wrist strap

✅ If you want to purchase a handstrap, please ask a sales representative.

Other Accessories

• USB cable
• User manual
• Quick guide

Appendix C Troubleshooting

The battery does not charge properly.

• Ensure that your device and the charging cable are connected and the battery LED is functioning correctly.
• If the battery does not charge completely, it may be dead or defective. Replace the battery with a new one. (The warranty period for battery replacement is six months.)

The battery life got shorter.

When you use Bluetooth that requires more power, your device may use more battery than usual. If this happens for an extended period of time, your battery may be dead. Then replace it with a new battery.

I dropped the device in the water.

Turn off the device and take out the battery. Place the device and battery in a dry place. Let them dry completely for a considerable period of time, and then turn the device back on. If it does not turn back on, contact our service center.

My device gets too hot to touch.

It is normal for the device to warm up while it is performing an intense workload or charging. It should cool down if you stop using the device for a certain amount of time. If the problem continues, contact the manufacturer. It may result in a burst battery or fire.

How do I get the repair service?

You can contact your local sales representative or send the device via a delivery service to Bluebird's Korean headquarters. When sending the package, make sure you pay for the shipping fee in advance. When the repair is finished, Bluebird will cover the shipping cost.

Appendix D Safety Regulatory

FCC compliance information

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC's Rules. Operation is subject to the following two Conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.

The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the antenna and users, and the transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna. End users cannot modify this transmitter device. Any Unauthorized modification could void the user's authority to operate this device.

Part 15.105 (B)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment under FCC rules.

FCC 15.407 (g) states

Manufacturers of U-NII devices are responsible for ensuring frequency stability such that an emission is maintained within the band of operation under all conditions of normal operation as specified in the user's manual. Since this is an Indoor Only device (required for this band), you do not need to worry about the extreme frequency stability over wide temperatures, but you can show that the frequency generation portion of this device (from the schematic) has its own stated stability that would never allow the device to generate emissions or part of the spectrum outside of the authorized band (can be determined by looking at the Occupied BW plots to see how much margin to the band edge is available). If the devices in the future use the other higher frequency UNII bands, and the devices can be used outdoors, you may need to provide details of stability over a much wider temperature range (depending on the use conditions stated in the manual). Most compliance for this requirement is stated from the specification of the frequency generation portion of the device and not necessarily through additional testing.

IEC 604

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