Denso BHT-6000 manuel d'utilisation

User's Manual[...]

Copyright © DENSO, 1997 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means without permission in writing from the publisher. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Microsoft ® , MS-DOS ® , and QuickBASIC ® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Cor- poration. IBM ® , PC/AT ® , an[...]

i Pr eface Please READ through these operating instructions carefully. It will enable you to operate your BHT-6000 correctly. After you have finished reading the instructions, keep this manual handy for speedy reference. The BHT-6000 series is available in two types: the normal-range type and long-range type (BHT-6000D). In this manual, both types [...]

ii How this book is organized This manual is made up of five chapters and appendices. Chapter 1. Quick Guide Describes the basic operating method of the BHT-6000 and the related notes. Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode Summarizes the BHT-6000 system configuration and describes the operation including preparation and System Mod[...]

iii ■ Related Publications BHT-BASIC 3.0 Programmer's Manual Transfer Utility Guide Ir-Transfer Utility C Guide ■ Screen Indication The lettering in the screens in this manual is a little different from that in the actual screens. File names used are only for description purpose, so they will not appear if you have not set files having tho[...]

iv SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Be sure to observe all these safety precautions. ■ Please READ through this manual carefully. It will enable you to use the BHT-6000 and CU-6000 correctly. ■ Always keep this manual nearby for speedy reference. W ARNING Alerts you to those conditions which could cause seri- ous bodily injury or death if the instructions ar[...]

v W ARNING Handling the battery cartridge • Never disassemble or heat the battery cartridge, nor put it into fire or water; doing so could cause battery-rupture or leakage of battery fluid, resulting in a fire or bodily injury. • Do not carry or store the battery car- tridge together with metallic ball-point pens, necklaces, coins, hairpins, et[...]

vi W ARNING Handling the CU • If smoke, abnormal odors or noises come from the CU, immediately turn off the power, unplug the AC adapter from the wall socket, and contact your nearest dealer. Failure to do so could cause fire or electrical shock. • If foreign material or water gets into the CU, immediately turn off the power, unplug the AC adap[...]

vii CAUTION Basic handling tips • Never put the BHT in places where there are excessively high temperatures, such as inside closed-up automobiles, or in places exposed to direct sunlight. Doing so could affect the housing or parts, resulting in a fire. • Avoid using the BHT in extremely hu- mid or dusty areas, or where there are drastic tempera[...]

viii CAUTION • If you drop the BHT so as to damage its hous- ing, immediately turn off the power, pull out the dry batteries or the battery cartridge, and contact your nearest dealer. Failure to do so could cause smoke or fire. • For those machines using dry batteries, do not mistake the plus and minus marks when loading dry batteries into the [...]

ix CAUTION • Keep the power cord away from any heating equipment. Failure to do so could melt the sheathing, resulting in a fire or electrical shock. • Do not insert or drop foreign materials such as metals or anything inflammable through the openings (vents or battery cartridge slot) into the CU. Doing so could result in a fire or electrical s[...]

x Benzine Thinner Take care of me with a dry soft cloth. NO WAY!! ■ Proper Care of the BHT and CU Clean the housing, charge terminals, and battery cartridge terminals with a dry, soft cloth. (When taking care of the CU-6000, unplug the AC adapter from the wall socket for safety.) • Never use benzene, alcohol, or other or- ganic solvents. The ho[...]

Content Overviews Preface ............................................................................................................................... .i How this book is organized ............................................................................................. ii SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..................................................[...]

Chapter 4. Error Messages .............................................................................................. 121 4.1 System Errors ........................................................................................................... 122 4.2 Errors in System Mode .....................................................................[...]

Chapter 1. Quick Guide Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 Chapter 4. Error Messages Chapter 5. Handling the CU-6000 (Option) Appendices[...]

1 Chapter 1. Quick Guide Chapter 1 Quick Guide This chapter describes the basic operating method of the BHT-6000 and the related notes. 1.1 Reading Bar Codes ........................................................................................................... .. 2 1.2 Using the Hand Strap and Clip .............................................[...]

2 • When reading bar codes, slightly tilt the BHT-6000 down towards you relative to those codes, as illustrated at right. • If the BHT-6000 fails to read, change the reading angle of the bar-code reading window or the distance from bar codes, and try it again. • To read bar codes wider than the readable area of the bar-code reading window, pu[...]

3 Chapter 1. Quick Guide 1.2 Using the Hand Strap and Clip ■ Using the hand strap As shown below, set the hand strap, and then put your hand through the hand strap and hold the BHT-6000. This will prevent you from dropping the BHT-6000 acciden- tally. Hand strap ■ Using the clip Attaching the clip As illustrated below, first fit the left (or ri[...]

4 1.3 Setting the Backlight Pressing the M1 key while holding down SF (Shift) key activates or deactivates the backlight function. Press M1 while holding down SF . Backlight ON If no key is pressed for at least 3 seconds. Backlight OFF (The backlight function is kept ON.) Press M1 while holding down SF . Press any key (except for the simultaneous d[...]

5 Chapter 1. Quick Guide 1.4 Using the Keypad ■ Entering Numerical Data To enter numerical data, e.g., the quantity of goods, use the ten numerical keys and the ENT key. For example, to enter the number "120," press the 1 , 2 and 0 keys and then press the ENT key. If you key in any wrong value, press the C key (or press the C key while [...]

6 1.5 Communicating via the Optical In- terface ■ Optical Communications with the BHT-6000 The BHT-6000 communicates using an IR beam, so make sure that there is no obstruc- tion in the light path between the BHT-6000 and any target stations. In the IrDA communications mode, you need to keep the BHT-6000 and any target stations within the effecti[...]

7 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode Chapter 2 Getting Started the BHT -6000 and System Mode This chapter summarizes the BHT-6000 system configuration and describes the opera- tion including preparation and System Mode (which is required for the efficient use of application programs). 2.1 BHT -6000 System Configuration ........[...]

8 2.1 BHT -6000 System Configuration The BHT-6000 barcode data collection system requires the following hardware as well as the BHT-6000 Bar Code Handy Terminal (which reads bar codes and accepts keypad entry) as illustrated below: • Host computer: Allows you to edit, manage and download programs and data, as well as downloading extension program[...]

9 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode ■ CU-6000 and RS-232C Interface Cable (option) The CU-6000 is an IrDA-compliant communications unit which is required when your host computer is not equipped with an IrDA interface port. The CU-6000 exchanges data and programs with the BHT-6000 optically, and with the host computer via the[...]

10 ■ Transfer Utility (option) Running on the host computer, this utility transfers files between the BHT-6000 and the host computer. It uses the BHT-protocol as a file transfer control procedure. (For the details about the BHT-protocol, refer to Chapter 3, Subsection 3.3.1.) To transfer files under any of the following conditions, use Transfer U[...]

11 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode Extension programs User programs User programs Program files Extension programs Data files Data files User Area System Area (Flash ROM) (RAM) ■ System Programs The system programs include the following three sets of programs: Drivers Drivers is a set of programs that directly controls the[...]

12 ■ JIS Level 1 and Level 2 Font Files These files contain font data required for displaying Kanji characters on the LCD. The BHT-6000 has no Kanji ROM, so it stores Kanji fonts in the flash ROM. The BHT-6000 can display not only the Kanji characters in the conventional standard- size font (16 dots wide by 16 dots high) but also them in the smal[...]

13 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode 2.2 Infrar ed Communications The BHT-6000 has an integrated infrared (IR) communications device which enables wireless transfer of programs and data between the BHT-6000 and the host computer and between the BHT-6000s, instead of the conventional wire transfer. The IR communications device [...]

14 2.3 Components and Functions • Reading confirmation LED Illuminates in green when the BHT has success- fully read the bar codes. • Hand strap Put your hand through this strap to prevent you from dropping the BHT acciden- tally. • Liquid crystal display (LCD) Shows the characters and graphic patterns. • Connector cover Inside this cover i[...]

15 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode ABC DEF GHI JKL MNO PQR STU VWX YZs p +- * /$% The functions of the keys may be set by user programs. Shown below is a set of sample functions. • M1/M2 (magic) keys These keys are assigned the trigger switch by default. Depending upon definition in System Mode or in user programs, they ma[...]

16 2.4 Pr eparation 2.4.1 Setting-up 1: Loading Dry Batteries or Battery Cartridge Before the first use of the BHT-6000, be sure to load dry batteries or battery cartridge as shown below. Dry batteries or battery cartridge is not loaded in the BHT-6000 when shipped from the factory. Loading dry batteries (1) Turn the BHT-6000 upside down. (2) As sh[...]

17 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode (3) As shown below, slide the battery cover lock in the direction of the arrow and remove the battery cartridge cover. (4) Check the polarity (positive and negative) of the battery cartridge. Then, load it so that the end of the battery pull strap appears above the battery cartridge as show[...]

18 NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE REFERENCE When you first load batteries (or battery cartridge) after purchase or you load them (it) after leaving the BHT-6000 unused for a long time, do not remove the batteries (battery cartridge) within 24 hours after that loading. Do not leave the BHT-6000 with no batteries or battery cartridge loaded for a long time. Doi[...]

19 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode ■ Checking the Battery Voltage Level Pressing the ENT key while holding down the SF key displays the current voltage level of the batteries or battery cartridge as a bar indicator on the LCD. (Releasing those keys will erase the indication.) For details, refer to Subsection 2.4.3, "A[...]

20 • When driven by the Ni-MH battery cartridge If either of the above messages appears, immediately turn the power off, and then charge the Ni-MH battery cartridge or replace it with a fully charged one. You may charge the Ni-MH battery cartridge with the optional CU-6001 communica- tions unit or C-600 quick charger. For the charging procedure u[...]

21 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode 2.4.2 Setting-up 2: Initializing the BHT -6000 and Setting the Calendar Clock [ 1 ] Initializing the BHT -6000 Power on the BHT-6000 by pressing the PW key. Either of the following messages will appear, either in English or Japanese. Proceed to the initialization procedure given on the foll[...]

22 (1) Selecting the memory area to be initialized Press the PW key while holding down the SF , M1 and 0 keys together. The screen shown at left will appear. 1 ALL : Initializes both the flash ROM (ex- cept for its system area) and RAM. This should be chosen when you first power on the BHT-6000 from the time of purchase. 2 DRIVE A : Initializes the[...]

23 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode (3) Selecting the English or Japanese message version Preceding the execution of initialization, the mes- sage version selection screen will appear as shown at left. 1 JAPANESE : Switches the message version to Japanese. 2 ENGLISH : Switches the message version to English. Select a desired [...]

24 (3) Press the 3 key on the SET SYSTEM screen to select the "DATE/TIME" and then press the ENT key, and the screen shown at left will appear. (4) Use the numerical keys to enter the year (only the last two digits), month, day, hour, and minute in this order. If the data is in one digit, add a 0 (zero) preceding the data. For the year, b[...]

25 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode [Example] To set 1997, August 19, at 4:00 p.m. Press 9 , 7 , 0 , 8 , 1 , 9 , 1 , 6 , 0 , and 0 . (5) Press the ENT key to register the above setting. (6) Press the C key to return to the SET SYSTEM screen. SET DATE/TIME 00/01/01 00:00 97/08/19 16:00_ SET DATE/TIME 97/08/19 16:00 _ / / :[...]

26 The screen shown at left will appear. (To return to the previous screen, press the C key.) (4) Press the 1 key to delete the JIS Level 1 font file. (To delete the JIS Level 2 font file, press the 2 key.) The confirmation screen will appear. (5) Press the 1 key and then press the ENT key. [ 3 ] Deleting the JIS Font Files The JIS Level 1 and Leve[...]

27 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode 2.4.3 Adjusting the LCD Contrast & Beeper V olume, and Displaying the Battery V oltage Level [ 1 ] Adjusting the LCD Contrast & Beeper V olume While holding down the M1 key, press the PW key, and the following screen will appear on the LCD. This screen will disappear if no keys are [...]

28 [ 2 ] Displaying the Battery V oltage Level On the SYSTEM MENU or during execution of user programs, press the ENT key while holding down the SF key for displaying the battery voltage level. As long as you hold down those keys, the following screen is displayed. In user programs, you can select the key to be used for displaying the battery volta[...]

29 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode 2.5 Operating in System Mode System Mode is an operating software exclusively designed for the effective use of the BHT-6000, which includes various functions as shown on the following pages. 2.5.1 Starting System Mode To start up System Mode, power on the BHT-6000 while holding down the SF[...]

30 VERSION SYSTEM : x.xx JIS1 FONT: x.xx JIS2 FONT: x.xx RAM SIZE : xxxKB ROM SIZE : xxxKB SYSTEM MENU 1:EXEC PROGRAM 2:DOWNLOAD 3:UPLOAD 4:SET SYSTEM 5:TEST 6:VER EXECUTE PROGRAM A:SAMPLE01.PD3 A:SAMPLE02.PD3 A:SAMPLE03.PD3 A:SAMPLE04.PD3 B:SAMPLE05.PD3 DOWNLOAD 1:DRIVE A 2:DRIVE B 3:HT<->HT COPY UPLOAD 1:DRIVE A 2:DRIVE B 3:DRIVE A (ALL) 4:[...]

31 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode SYSTEM MENU 1:EXEC PROGRAM 2:DOWNLOAD 3:UPLOAD 4:SET SYSTEM 5:TEST 6:VER DELETE 1:DRIVE A 2:DRIVE B COPY 1:DRIVE A --> B 2:DRIVE B --> A JIS 1/JIS 2 1:DELETE 2:DOWNLOAD 3:UPLOAD In addition to the functions given on the previous page, System Mode has these three functions: Deleting fi[...]

32 2.5.2 Operating in System Mode Some functions in System Mode require several screens to be shifted, as shown in the example below. [ 1 ] Calling up the desir ed set screen First, select a desired item on the current screen by using the numerical key or the cursor keys ( F5 and F6 ) so as to reverse-display the desired item. Press the ENT key to [...]

33 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode Press 2 or use F5 and F6 to select the desired set item. SET DISPLAY 1:MESSAGE Japanese English 2:FONT 8dot 6dot 3:STATUS ON OFF SET DISPLAY 1:MESSAGE Japanese English 2:FONT 8dot 6dot 3:STATUS ON OFF SET SYSTEM 1:PROGRAM 6:COM 2:DISPLAY 7:KEY 3:DATE/TIME 4:BARCODE 5:RESUME SET DISPLAY 1:ME[...]

34 2.5.3 Detailed Description of the Functions in System Mode [ 1 ] Pr ogram Execution Selecting "1:EXEC PROGRAM" on the SYSTEM MENU shows the screen shown at left. If more than one program has been downloaded to the user area of the target memory, use the F5 and F6 keys to move the cursor to a target program, and then press the ENT key. [...]

35 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode Selecting "2: DOWNLOAD" on the SYSTEM MENU calls up the screen shown at left. 1 DRIVE A : Downloads a user program file (object file compiled by the BHT-BASIC 3.0 Compiler) or data file to the RAM . 2 DRIVE B : Downloads a user program file (object file compiled by the BHT-BASIC 3[...]

36 With this screen displayed, the BHT-6000 waits for a file to be downloaded. In the center of the 2nd line appears the selected downloading type--(A:), (B:), or (HT<->HT) indicat- ing the downloading to the RAM, to the flash ROM, or copying between the BHTs, respectively. The screen at left shows that "1: DRIVE A" has been selecte[...]

37 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode If an error occurs during downloading If some error occurs during downloading, the BHT-6000 beeps three times and shows one of the following screens with the prompt "Retry?": To retry the download, press the 1 and ENT keys; to abort it, press the 2 and ENT keys. ■ Problem The de[...]

38 ■ Problem Downloading has failed. ■ Solution To retry downloading, press the 1 key. To return to the SYSTEM MENU, press the 2 key. Check the interface port and communications pa- rameters in the SET SYSTEM menu or perform the communications test in the TEST menu. (Refer to Subsection 2.5.3, [4.6] and [5.5].) It is also necessary to check the[...]

39 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode [ 3 ] Uploading Selecting "3: UPLOAD" on the SYSTEM MENU calls up the screen shown at left. 1 DRIVE A : Uploads a user program file or data file stored in the RAM . 2 DRIVE B : Uploads a user program file or data file stored in the flash ROM . 3 DRIVE A (ALL) : Uploads all of the [...]

40 UPLOAD FILE (A:) **************** *NO FILE EXISTS* **************** If you select any of the "1:DRIVE A" through "4:DRIVE B (ALL)" when no data files are stored in the specified memory, the message shown at left will appear. Pressing the C key returns to the UPLOAD menu. Upload screens UPLOAD FILE (A:) ** Waiting ** ⇓ UPLOA[...]

41 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode If an error occurs during uploading If some error occurs during uploading, one of the following screens will appear and the beeper beeps three times. To retry the uploading operation, press the 1 and ENT keys; to abort it, press the 2 and ENT keys. UPLOAD FILE (A:) SAMPLE00.PD3 File error ![...]

42 [ 4 ] System Envir onment Setting Selecting "4: SET SYSTEM" on the SYSTEM MENU calls up the screen shown at left. 1 PROGRAM : Sets an execution program to be run when the power is turned on. 2 DISPLAY : Sets the message version (English or Japanese), dis- play font size (standard or small), and system status indication (shift-key icon)[...]

43 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode [4.1] Setting an execution pr ogram Selecting "1: PROGRAM" on the SET SYSTEM menu calls up the screen shown at left. Reversed is the current setting. Use the F5 and F6 keys to move the cursor to a desired execution program to be run when the power is applied, and then press the EN[...]

44 [4.2] Setting the message version, display font size, and system status indication Selecting "2: DISPLAY" on the SET SYSTEM menu calls up the screen shown at left. Reversed is the current setting. 1 MESSAGE : Switches the message version to English or Japanese for the indi- cations and messages on the self diagnosis, LCD contrast, beep[...]

45 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode [4.3] Setting the calendar clock Selecting "3: DATE/TIME" on the SET SYSTEM menu calls up the screen shown at left. Use the numerical keys to enter the year (only the last two digits), month, day, hour, and minute in this order, and then press the ENT key. If the data is in one di[...]

46 Selecting "4: BARCODE" on the SET SYSTEM menu calls up the screen shown at left. Reversed is the current setting. 1 INVERT : Activates or deactivates the black-and-white inverted la- bel reading function. 2 TOUCH READ : Switches to the touch scan- ning (ON) or long-range scanning (OFF). 3 DECODE LEVEL : Sets the decode level. Select a [...]

47 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode [4.5] Setting the r esume function SET RESUME 1:ON 2:OFF Selecting "5: RESUME" on the SET SYSTEM menu calls up the screen shown at left. Reversed is the current setting. 1 ON : Activates the resume function which resumes whatever display was shown before the power was turned off, [...]

48 [4.6] Setting the communications envir onments After the BHT-6000 is initialized, the interface port and communications parameters are set as listed in the default table below. Do not access them unless necessary. Interface port Communications protocol Communications parameters for the optical interface port TRANSMIT SPEED 9600 bps PULSE WIDTH 1[...]

49 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode Selecting the "6: COM" on the SET SYSTEM menu calls up the screen shown at left. 1 OPTICAL: Switches to the communi- cations parameters setting screen for the optical inter- face . 2 CONNECTOR: Switches to the communi- cations parameters setting screen for the direct-con- nect int[...]

50 (1) Transmission speed screen SET SPEED < OPTICAL > 1: 2400 4: 38400 2: 9600 5: 57600 3:19200 6:115200 Selecting "1:TRANSMIT SPEED" on the SET OPTI- CAL screen calls up the screen shown at left. Select the desired transmission speed by using the numerical keys or F5 and F6 keys, and then press the ENT key. To return to the SET OP[...]

51 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode SET SERIAL No. < OPTICAL > 1:ON 2:OFF Selecting the "1:SERIAL No." on the SET PROTO- COL menu calls up the screen shown at left. Select whether or not the system should add serial numbers to data blocks, by using the numerical keys or F5 and F6 keys. Then press the ENT key. [...]

52 [4.6-2] Setting the communications parameters for the direct-connect interface SET CONNECTOR 1:TRANSMIT SPEED 2:PARITY BIT 3:DATA BIT 4:STOP BIT 5:PROTOCOL Selecting "2:CONNECTOR" on the SET COM menu calls up the screen shown at left. 1 TRANSMIT SPEED: Switches to the transmis- sion speed screen. 2 PARITY BIT: Sw itches to the parity s[...]

53 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode (3) Character length screen (4) Stop bit length screen SET DATA BIT < CONNECTOR > 1:7 bits 2:8 bits Selecting "3:DATA BIT" on the SET CONNECTOR screen calls up the screen shown at left. Select the desired character length by using the numerical keys or F5 and F6 keys, and th[...]

54 Selecting the "1:SERIAL No." on the SET PROTO- COL menu calls up the screen shown at left. Select whether or not the system should add serial numbers to data blocks, by using the numerical keys or F5 and F6 keys. Then press the ENT key. To return to the SET PROTOCOL menu, press the C key. Selecting the "2:H.PARITY" on the SET[...]

55 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode [4.6-3] Setting the interface port SET COM PORT 1:BASIC OPT IFC 2:SYSTEM MODE OPT IFC Selecting the "3:COM PORT" on the SET COM menu calls up the screen shown at left. Reversed is the current setting. 1 BASIC: Selects the optical or direct- connect interface port to be used for us[...]

56 [4.6-4] Setting the communications protocol type PROTOCOL TYPE 1:BHT Protocol 2:BHT IrProtocol Selecting the "4:PROTOCOL TYPE" on the SET COM menu calls up the screen shown at left. Reversed is the current setting. 1 BHT Protocol: Selects the BHT-protocol for downloading or uploading files in System Mode or for the execution of XFILE s[...]

57 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode [4.7] Defining the functions of the shift key and magic keys SET KEY 1:SHIFT KEY 2:M1 KEY 3:M2 KEY Selecting the "7:KEY" on the SET SYSTEM menu calls up the screen shown at left. Reversed is the current setting. 1 SHIFT KEY: Switches to the shift key defini- tion screen. 2 M1 KEY:[...]

58 SET M1 KEY 1:Trigger Switch 2:Shift Key 3:Enter Key 4:Backlight Key 5:None Selecting the "2:M1 KEY" or "3:M2 KEY" on the SET KEY menu calls up the screen as shown at left. (This example appears when the "2:M1 KEY.") Reversed is the current setting. The M1 or M2 key can function as listed below. 1 Trigger Switch: As [...]

59 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode [ 5 ] T esting Selecting "5: TEST" on the SYSTEM MENU calls up the screen shown at left. 1 BARCODE : Selects the bar-code reading test. 2 MEMORY : Selects the RAM read/write test and the address test. 3 BEEPER : Selects the beeper scale test. 4 AGING : Selects the aging test. 5 CO[...]

60 [5.1] Bar -code reading test Selecting "1: BARCODE" on the TEST menu calls up the screen shown at left. Actually read bar codes with the BHT-6000 and check the read data displayed on the LCD. Upon completion of bar-code reading, the BHT- 6000 beeps, turns on the reading confirmation LED in green, and displays the read data together wit[...]

61 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode [5.2] Memory test Selecting "2:MEMORY" on the TEST menu calls up the screen shown at left, and then starts writing and reading onto/from all areas of the RAM as well as checking the address. XXXXX: Tested RAM capacity (unit: kilobytes) YYYYY: Total RAM capacity (unit: kilobytes) U[...]

62 [5.3] Beeper scale test Selecting "3:BEEPER" on the TEST menu calls up the screen shown at left and makes the beeper sound at three octaves listed below. Upon completion of this test, the BHT-6000 auto- matically returns to the TEST menu. To stop this test while in progress, turn the power off and on. TEST BEEPER [5.4] Aging test Selec[...]

63 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode [5.5] Communications test In System Mode, you may test the optical interface port and direct-connect interface port. ■ Preparation for the optical interface test Arrange two BHT-6000s, one as a master station and the other as a slave station (to be tested) with their IR ports facing each [...]

64 Testing the optical interface port Selecting the "1:OPTICAL" on the TEST COM menu calls up the screen shown at left. At the slave BHT-6000 to be tested, select the "1:SLAVE" and at the master BHT-6000, select the "2:MASTER." During the test, the screen shown at left is dis- played. If any error occurs, the tested sl[...]

65 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode If any error occurs, the BHT-6000 beeps three times and shows the screen at left. In parentheses are error codes which have the following meanings: ( X X) 1: The received data is different from the sent data. 2: A timeout has occurred during standby for data reception. 1: 300 bps 2: 38400 b[...]

66 Selecting "6:LCD" on the TEST menu calls up the test pattern shown at left on the LCD and turns on the reading confirmation LED in green. Each time the ENT key is pressed, the screen shifts to the next test pattern. To return to the previous screen, press the BS key. To stop this test while in progress, press the C key. [5.6] LCD and r[...]

67 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode ⇑ ⇓ ⇑ ⇓ ENT key ENT key BS key BS key ⇑ ⇓ ⇑ ⇓ ENT key BS key The fine checker pattern appears. The fine checker pattern is reversed. Two right-angled triangles appear. After showing all of the test patterns, the screen automatically displays symbols, numerals, and al- phabet[...]

68 [5.7] Key entry & beeper test Selecting "7:KEY" on the TEST menu calls up the screen shown at left and makes the BHT-6000 ready for entry from the keypad. Pressing individual keys displays the identifier let- ters in the positions preassigned to those keys on the LCD and sounds the beeper. (As long as the individual key is held dow[...]

69 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode [5.8] File test Selecting "8: FILE" on the TEST menu calls up the screen shown at left and tests all files stored in the RAM and flash ROM. If the RAM and/or the flash ROM contain any de- fective file(s), an asterisk (*) will be prefixed as "*1: DRIVE A" or "*2: DRI[...]

70 The file name, file size, and test result (OK or NG) appear. Press the C key to return to the file selection screen. NOTE TEST FILE (A:) SAMPLE01.PD3 00004096 bytes OK TEST FILE (A:) SAMPLE02.PD3 00004096 bytes NG If a defective file is found, delete it or overwrite it with the same name file. Even defective, the file can be uploaded on the UPLO[...]

71 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode [ 6 ] V ersion Indication Selecting the “6:VER” on the SYSTEM MENU calls up the screen shown at left, indicating the ver- sions of memory-resident System Program and JIS font files, and the sizes of the RAM and flash ROM. Press the C key to return to the SYSTEM MENU. If the JIS font fil[...]

72 If no file is resident in the selected drive, the mes- sage shown at left appears. Press the C key to return to the file deletion menu. File selection screen DELETE FILE (A:) SAMPLE01.PD3 SAMPLE02.PD3 SAMPLE03.PD3 SAMPLE04.PD3 In the center of the 2nd line appears the selected item--(A:) or (B:). This example shows that the "1: DRIVE A"[...]

73 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode Pressing the 1 key while holding down the SF key on the SYSTEM MENU calls up the screen shown at left. 1 DRIVE A-->DRIVE B : Copies a file stored in the RAM, into the flash ROM. 2 DRIVE B-->DRIVE A : Copies a file stored in the flash ROM, into the RAM. Select a desired item by using t[...]

74 ■ Problem The current copying will exceed the maximum of forty files in the memory. ■ Solution Press the C key to return to the SYSTEM MENU, then delete unnecessary files in the memory. Copying screen Copy completion screen If an error occurs during file copying If some error occurs during file copying, the BHT-6000 beeps three times and sho[...]

75 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode [ 9 ] Handling the JIS Font Files You can delete, download, or upload the JIS Level 1 and Level 2 font files. JIS font menu [9.1] Deleting the JIS1/JIS2 font file Deletion menu JIS 1/JIS 2 1:DELETE 2:DOWNLOAD 3:UPLOAD DELETE 1:JIS 1 2:JIS 2 Pressing the 2 key while holding down the SF key o[...]

76 Confirmation screen Deletion completion screen Before deleting the JIS Level 1 or Level 2 font file, be sure to upload it to the host computer to save it for the future use. If you attempt to display any deleted Kanji font in user programs, " " will appear. After the JIS Level 1 or Level 2 font is deleted, the memory area which was occ[...]

77 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode [9.2] Downloading the JIS1/JIS2 font file JIS font file download menu Standby screen Download start screen Downloading screen DOWNLOAD 1:JIS 1 2:JIS 2 DOWNLOAD JIS 1 ** Waiting ** DOWNLOAD JIS 1 ** Loading ** DOWNLOAD JIS 1 ** Loading ** XXXXX/YYYYY While the downloading is in progress, the[...]

78 Download completion screen DOWNLOAD JIS 1 ** Completed ** YYYYY/YYYYY Upon completion of downloading, the number of received records becomes equal to the total number of records and the beeper beeps once. Press the C key to return to the JIS font menu. In the flash ROM, the address area for storing the JIS Level 1 and Level 2 font data is fixed.[...]

79 Chapter 2. Getting Started the BHT-6000 and System Mode ■ Problem Downloading has failed. ■ Solution To retry downloading, press the 1 key. To return to the SYSTEM MENU, press the 2 key. Check the interface port and communications pa- rameters in the SET SYSTEM menu or perform the communications test in the TEST menu. (Refer to Subsection 2.[...]

80 Upload start screen UPLOAD JIS 1 ** Loading ** Upon start of optional Ir-Transfer Utility C, Trans- fer Utility or equivalent program (upon receipt of an ACK code from the host computer), the BHT- 6000 displays the screen shown at left. This example shows that the "1: JIS 1" has been selected. UPLOAD JIS 1 ** Loading ** XXXXX/YYYYY Upl[...]

81 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 Chapter 3 Communications Operations of BHT -6000 This chapter describes the communications operations of the BHT-6000--the RS-232C interface specifications, the basic communications specifications, and the communica- tions protocols--for data transmission with the host computer or other devices. 3[...]

82 3.1 RS-232C Interface Specifications [ 1 ] Interface Connector and Pin Assignment The BHT-6000 has a direct-connect interface port which is connectable to the 3-pole mini stereo plug (ø2.5 mm or 0.1") and supports a subset of the RS-232C interface as shown below. Using a direct-connect interface cable having the mini stereo plugs makes it [...]

83 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 [ 2 ] Interface Cable Connection Connect the BHT-6000 directly to a host computer, a modem, or a printer with a direct- connect interface cable as illustrated below. SD FG RD RS CS DR SG CD ER Modem BHT-6000 Connector I/F SD RD SG SD FG SG BHT-6000 Connector I/F Printer RD busy SG busy(RD) SD FG R[...]

84 3.2 Basic Communications Specifica- tions and Parameters 3.2.1 Basic Communications Specifications Listed below are the communications specifications when the BHT-6000 exchanges data with a host computer through the CU-6000 (optical interface) or direct-connect interface cable. Direct-connect Interface Synchronization Transmission Speed Transmis[...]

85 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 ■ Transmission Code and Bit Order All characters should be coded to 7- or 8-bit code for data transmission. The standard data exchange code of the BHT-6000 is JIS 7- or 8-bit code. The transmis- sion bit order is LSB (Least significant bit) first. What follows is an example for transmitting char[...]

86 3.2.2 Communications Parameters In System Mode and user programs written in BHT-BASIC 3.0, you may set the communications parameters listed below. Transmission Speed 2400, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, or 115200 bps 300*, 600*, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, or 38400 bps Optical interface Direct-connect interface Communications Port Character Lengt[...]

87 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 3.3 Communications Pr otocols The BHT-6000 supports both the BHT-protocol and the BHT-Ir protocol for file trans- mission. 3.3.1 BHT -pr otocol [ 1 ] Overview The BHT-protocol is the communications procedure used to transmit files between the BHT-6000 and a host (or between the BHT-6000s). It adop[...]

88 [ 2 ] Contr ol Characters The control characters are classified into two groups: transmission control characters and text control characters. (1) T ransmission control characters The transmission control characters listed below are used to compose transmission control sequences in phases 1 through 3. Symbol Value Meaning Function EOT 04h End Of [...]

89 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 (2) T ext control characters The text control characters are used to format transmission texts. In the BHT-protocol, they include the following headers and a terminator. Symbol Value Meaning Function SOH 01h Start Of Heading Indicates the start of heading text (Phase 2). STX 02h Start Of Text Indi[...]

90 S O H E T X B C C S T X E T X B C C S T X E T X B C C [ 3 ] Basic Format of T ransmission Messages Basically, the BHT-6000 transmits data as units of a file. First, it transmits a heading text which includes the attribute information of a file (e.g., file name and the number of data texts) to be transmitted. Following the heading text, it transm[...]

91 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 ENQ S O H ACK ACK ACK ACK ACK EOT ACK E T X B C C S T X E T X B C C S T X E T X B C C S T X E T X B C C [ 4 ] T ransmission Contr ol Sequences Shown below is a typical message transmission sequence supported by the BHT- protocol. This sequence example does not include transmission errors or negati[...]

92 ACK ENQ 3 seconds 3 seconds ENQ ENQ ENQ ACK Data transmission may accidentally involve various types of errors. The BHT-protocol is designed to recover from those errors as frequently as possible. What follows is the BHT-protocol for phases 1 through 3. Phase 1: Establishment of Data Link ■ Normal phase 1 The sending station transmits an ENQ t[...]

93 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 ■ Abnormal termination of phase 1 (Abort of phase 1) If the sending station receives no ACK from the receiving station after sending an ENQ 10 times in succession, it sends an EOT to the receiving station after three seconds from the 10th ENQ to terminate the message transmission abnormally. 3 s[...]

94 Phase 2: Data Transmission ■ Normal phase 2 The sending station first sends a transmission block containing the heading text. Each time the sending station receives an ACK from the receiving station, it sends a transmission block containing the data texts as shown below. Upon receipt of an ACK in response to the last transmission block (data t[...]

95 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 NAK NAK NAK NAK NAK ACK ■ Phase 2 with NAK If the sending station receives a NAK from the receiving station in response to a transmission block containing text data m, it sends that transmission block again immediately as shown below. If the sending station receives an ACK before receiving a NAK[...]

96 EOT 3 seconds 3 seconds ENQ ENQ ACK ■ Phase 2 with EOT If the sending station receives an EOT anytime during phase 2, it shifts to phase 3 to terminate the message transmission abnormally. Even if the phase 3 terminates normally, the transmission results in an abnormal end. Sending station Receiving station To phase 3. Occurrence of an error ?[...]

97 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 EOT ACK 3 seconds 3 seconds ENQ (1) ENQ (2) EOT ENQ (9) 3 seconds ■ Abnormal termination of phase 2 (Abort of phase 2) If the sending station receives no ACK from the receiving station after sending an ENQ nine times in succession, it sends an EOT to the receiving station after 3 seconds from th[...]

98 EOT (1) EOT (2) EOT (3) 3 seconds 3 seconds EOT (10) 3 seconds or more ACK EOT EOT EOT 3 seconds 3 seconds ■ Phase 3 with iterated EOT transmission due to no response or invalid response If the sending station receives no response or any invalid response from the receiving station in response to an EOT sent, it iterates sending of an EOT at th[...]

99 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 [ 5 ] Aborting Data T ransmission Pressing the C key aborts data transmission. If the C key is pressed during downloading, the BHT-6000 transmits an EOT and aborts the file transmission. If it is pressed during uploading, the BHT-6000 transmits the current transmission block followed by EOT and th[...]

100 S T X E T X B C C [ 6 ] BCC for Horizontal Parity Checking To check whether data has been transmitted accurately, the BHT-6000 supports hori- zontal parity checking for every transmission block. In horizontal parity checking, a horizontal parity byte so called BCC (Block Check Character) is suffixed to an ETX of every transmis[...]

101 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 123 4 0D 0A 0 0 0 0 0 0 11 7 23 4 56789 1 0 11 12 13 14 15 16 PR O G 1 . P D3 0 0 52 3 [ 7 ] T ext Format Text should be formatted according to the standard of the BHT-protocol before trans- mission. Shown below are two types of the standard text formats for program files and data files. ■ Prog[...]

102 123456789 1 01 11 21 31 41 51 61 71 81 92 02 1 MA S T E R D A T 00592 n 06 10 . T1 0 0 91 S1 2 3 9202141325 ■ Data Text Format (1) Heading text Data field 1 Data field 2 Data field n Example of contents If a data field is less than the maximum digits in length, the lower blank bytes will be filled with space characters. Every data field shoul[...]

103 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 3.3.2 BHT -Ir Pr otocol [ 1 ] Overview The BHT-Ir protocol is the communications procedure for the serial infrared link, which is used to transmit files between the BHT-6000 and a host (or between the BHT-6000s). It adopts the response method using ACK/NAK codes. The BHT-Ir protocol can be used a[...]

104 [ 2 ] Contr ol Characters The control characters are classified into two groups: transmission control characters and text control characters. (1) T ransmission control characters The transmission control characters listed below are used to compose transmission control sequences in phases 1 through 3. Symbol Value Meaning Function DLE EOT 1004h [...]

105 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 (2) T ext contr ol characters The text control characters are used to format transmission texts. In the BHT-Ir protocol, they include the following headers and a terminator. Symbol Value Meaning Function DLE SOH 1001h Start Of Heading Indicates the start of heading text (Phase 2). DLE STX 1002h S[...]

106 S O H E T X C R C S T X E T X C R C S T X E T X C R C D L E D L E D L E D L E D L E D L E I  D I  D I  D (2 bytes) (5 bytes) • • • • • • [ 3 ] Basic Format of T ransmission Messages Basically, the BHT-6000 tr[...]

107 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 [ 4 ] T ransmission Contr ol Sequences Shown below is a typical message transmission sequence supported by the BHT-Ir protocol. This sequence example does not include transmission errors or negative responses. S O H E T X C R C S T X E T X C R C S T X E?[...]

108 Data transmission may accidentally involve various types of errors. The BHT-Ir proto- col is designed to recover from those errors as frequently as possible. What follows is the BHT-Ir protocol for phases 1 through 3. Phase 1: Establishment of Data Link ■ Normal phase 1 The sending station transmits a sequence of DLE ENQ and IDm (sending stat[...]

109 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 ■ Abnormal termination of phase 1 (Abort of phase 1) If the sending station receives no sequence of DLE ACK and IDs from the receiving station after sending a sequence of DLE ENQ and IDm 60 times in succession, it sends a sequence of DLE EOT and IDm to the receiving station after 0.5 second fro[...]

110 Phase 2: Data Transmission ■ Normal phase 2 The sending station first sends a transmission block containing the heading text. Each time the sending station receives a sequence of DLE ACK and IDs from the receiving station, it sends a transmission block containing the data texts as shown below. Upon receipt of a sequence of DLE ACK and IDs in [...]

111 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 ■ Phase 2 with suspension of data reception for erasure of the flash ROM If the receiving BHT-6000 requires the flash ROM to be erased for receiving downloaded files, it sends a sequence of WACK and IDs to the sending station to suspend the data transmission. Upon receipt of the sequence of WAC[...]

112 ■ Phase 2 with a sequence of DLE NAK and IDs If the sending station receives a sequence of DLE NAK and IDs from the receiving station in response to a transmission block containing text data m, it sends that transmission block again immediately as shown below. If the sending station receives a sequence of DLE ACK and IDs before receiving the [...]

113 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 ■ Phase 2 with a sequence of DLE EOT and IDs If the sending station receives a sequence of DLE EOT and IDs anytime during phase 2, it shifts to phase 3 to terminate the message transmission abnormally. Even if the phase 3 terminates normally, the transmission results in an abnormal end. Sending[...]

114 ■ Abnormal termination of phase 2 (Abort of phase 2) If the sending station receives no sequence of DLE ACK and IDs from the receiving station after sending a sequence of DLE ENQ and IDs 59 times in succession, it sends a sequence of DLE EOT and IDs to the receiving station after 0.5 second from the 59th sequence of DLE ENQ and IDs and then a[...]

115 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 ■ Phase 3 with iterated transmission of DLE EOT and IDs due to no re- sponse or invalid response If the sending station receives no response or any invalid response from the receiving station in response to the sent sequence of DLE EOT and IDs, it iterates sending of the sequence at 0.5-second [...]

116 ■ Phase 3 with timeout at the receiving station If the receiving station receives no subsequent text or normal sequence of DLE EOT and IDs within 30 seconds after sending a sequence of DLE ACK and IDs, it sends a sequence of DLE EOT and IDs and aborts the transmission abnormally. Sending station Data text #n DLE ACK and IDs DLE EOT and IDs Ab[...]

117 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 [ 6 ] CRC To check whether data has been transmitted accurately, the BHT-Ir protocol supports CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check) which employs the CRC-16 generating system. In CRC, a CRC character is suffixed to a sequence of DLE ETX of every transmission block. Operands for CRC-16 The CRC generates C[...]

118 123 4 0D 0A 0 0 0 0 0 0 11 7 23 4 56789 1 0 11 12 13 14 15 16 PR O G 1 . P D3 0 0 52 3 [ 8 ] T ext Format Text should be formatted according to the standard of the BHT-Ir protocol before transmission. Shown below are two types of the standard text formats for program files and data files. ■ Program Text Format (1) Heading text Program file na[...]

119 Chapter 3. Communications Operations of BHT-6000 123456789 1 01 11 21 31 41 51 61 71 81 92 02 1 MA S T E R . D A T 00592 n 00 54 6 2 22 T1 0 0 91 S1 2 3 9202141325 ■ Data Text Format (1) Heading text Every data field should be 1 to 254 digits in length. If it is less than 3 digits, the upper blank bytes will be filled with zeros (0). The numb[...]

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121 Chapter 4. Error Messages This chapter lists the error messages which will appear on the LCD if some error occurs in the BHT-6000. Chapter 4 Err or Messages 4.1 System Errors ............................................................................................................... .. 122 4.2 Errors in System Mode ..........................[...]

122 4.1 System Err ors If some error occurs when the power is turned on or during program execution, one of the following error messages will appear on the LCD. System Program error ■ Problem A System Program error has occurred. ■ Solution Contact your nearest dealer. Low battery indication ■ Problem When the power is turned on or an applicat[...]

123 Chapter 4. Error Messages System Program malfunction ■ Problem During execution of System Program, the System Program has attempted to write onto the write- protected area of the RAM. (xxxxxx: Error address) ■ Solution Unload and reload the dry batteries or the battery cartridge, then turn on the power. Reload the battery to restart! XXXXXX[...]

124 RTC error ■ Problem The system has failed to set the date & time to the real time clock RTC (the so-called "calendar clock") or has failed to read out from it. If this error occurs, the BHT-6000 beeps five times (for 0.1 second per beep) and then turns itself off. ■ Solution Turn on the power again. If this error occurs fre- q[...]

125 Chapter 4. Error Messages Execution program not selected ■ Problem No user program has been selected as an execu- tion program to be run when the power is turned on. ■ Solution Operate the BHT-6000 in System Mode and select an execution program in the SET SYSTEM menu. (For the selecting procedure, refer to Chapter 2, Subsection 2.5.3, [4.1][...]

126 4.2 Err ors in System Mode If some error occurs during operation in System Mode, one of the following error messages will appear on the LCD. When selecting a program file or data file ■ Problem You attempted to execute a user program in the EXECUTE PROGRAM menu, even though no user program files had been stored in the memories. ■ Solution P[...]

127 Chapter 4. Error Messages ■ Problem You have deleted all of the files stored in the des- ignated memory in the DELETE menu. ■ Solution Press the C key to return to the SYSTEM MENU screen. DELETE FILE (A:) **************** *NO FILE EXISTS* **************** ■ Problem The designated memory is insufficient for storing files to be downloaded. [...]

128 DOWNLOAD FILE (A:) Too many files!! Retry? 1:Yes 2:No ■ Problem The current download will exceed the maximum of forty files in the memory. ■ Solution Press the 2 key to return to the SYSTEM MENU. If you attempted to download more than one file, delete unnecessary files in memory or decrease the number of files to be downloaded. (Refer to Ch[...]

129 Chapter 4. Error Messages DOWNLOAD JIS 1 Memory used !! ■ Problem The memory area for the JIS font (JIS Level 1 font in this example) has been occupied by user pro- grams. ■ Solution Copy the files stored in the flash ROM onto the RAM, and then delete the ROMed files. During downloading of JIS1/JIS2 font file DOWNLOAD JIS 1 File mismatch !![...]

130 During uploading of a program file or data file UPLOAD FILE (A:) SAMPLE00.PD3 File error !! Upload? 1:Yes 2:No ■ Problem The file you attempted to upload is damaged. ■ Solution To upload the damaged file as is, press the 1 key. UPLOAD FILE (A:) XXXXXXXX.XXX Communication error !! Retry? 1:Yes 2:No ■ Problem Uploading has failed. ■ Solut[...]

131 Chapter 4. Error Messages During file copying ■ Problem The target memory is insufficient for storing files to be copied. ■ Solution Press the C key to return to the SYSTEM MENU, then delete unnecessary files in the memory. COPY FILE (A->B) Out of memory !! COPY FILE (A->B) Too many files!! ■ Problem The current copying will exceed [...]

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133 Chapter 5. Handling the CU-6000 (Option) Chapter 5 Handling the CU-6000 (Option) This chapter describes the handling procedure of the CU-6000, the interfacing with the host computer, and the charging of the Ni-MH battery cartridge. 5.1 Functions of the CU-6000 .....................................................................................[...]

134 5.1 Functions of the CU-6000 The optical communications unit CU-6000 is available in two models: CU-6001 and CU- 6002. The CU-6001 has both of functions (1) and (2) given below; the CU-6002 has only function (1). (1) Data exchange function The CU-6001/CU-6002 exchanges data and programs between the BHT-6000 and the host computer. It interfaces [...]

135 Chapter 5. Handling the CU-6000 (Option) Status indicator (Not provided on CU-6002) Shows the status of the CU-6001. DATA CHG2 POWER CHG1 Battery cartridge slot (Not provided on CU-6002) To charge a Ni-MH battery cartridge all by itself, load it into this slot. POWER LED (green) Lights when the power is applied to the CU-6000. DATA communicatio[...]

136 5.3 Applying Power to the CU-6000 Apply power to the CU-6000 by connecting it to the wall socket via the attached AC adapter according to the steps given below. (1) Make sure that the CU-6000 is turned off. (2) Connect the outlet plug of the AC adapter to the power inlet connector of the CU- 6000, then plug the other end of the AC adapter into [...]

137 Chapter 5. Handling the CU-6000 (Option) 5.4 Communicating with the Host Computer 5.4.1 Setting the T ransmission Speed of the CU-6000 Set the transmission speed of the CU-6000 to the same value as that of the BHT-6000 and the host computer, by using the DIP switch provided on the bottom of the CU- 6000. (1) Turn the CU-6000 upside down. (2) Re[...]

138 5.4.3 Interfacing with the Host Computer (1) Power on the host computer and start up the MS-DOS. (2) Turn on the power switch of the CU-6000. (3) Make sure that the BHT-6000 is turned off, then put it on the CU-6000. (4) Power on the BHT-6000 and run System Mode. Set the communications environ- ments (communications protocol, interface port, co[...]

139 Chapter 5. Handling the CU-6000 (Option) 5.5 Charging the Ni-MH Battery Car - tridge (using the CU-6001) You may charge Ni-MH battery cartridges either loaded in the BHT-6000 or all by themselves. Service Life of Ni-MH Battery Cartridge: Ni-MH batteries used in the battery cartridge will gradually deteriorate during the repeated cycles of charg[...]

140 ■ Charging Operation and LED Indication DATA CHG2 POWER CHG1 DATA CHG2 POWER CHG1 DATA CHG2 POWER CHG1 DATA CHG2 POWER CHG1 Operator's Action Power on the CU-6001. ⇓ Place the BHT-6000 on the CU-6001. ⇓ After approx. 10 hours ⇓ Remove the BHT-6000. CU-6001 Status On standby ⇓ Ordinary charging ⇓ Trickle charging* ⇓ On standby[...]

141 Chapter 5. Handling the CU-6000 (Option) 5.5.2 Ni-MH Battery Cartridge Alone W ARNING • Never use the CU-6001 for charging anything other than the specified battery cartridges. Doing so could cause heat, battery-rupture, or fire. CAUTION Handling the battery cartridge • Never charge a wet or damp Ni-MH battery cartridge. Doing so could caus[...]

142 [ 1 ] Fully Discharging (Refr esh) and then Charging (1) Power on the CU-6001. The POWER LED comes on. (2) Load a Ni-MH battery cartridge into the CU-6001 from the battery cartridge slot. The CU-6001 flashes the CHG2 LED at 0.4-second intervals and starts discharging the cartridge. The discharging time differs depending upon the battery conditi[...]

143 Chapter 5. Handling the CU-6000 (Option) DATA CHG2 POWER CHG1 DATA CHG2 POWER CHG1 DATA CHG2 POWER CHG1 DATA CHG2 POWER CHG1 [ 2 ] Charging Only (1) Load a Ni-MH battery cartridge into the CU-6001 from the battery cartridge slot. (2) Power on the CU-6001. The CU-6001 turns on the CHG2 LED and starts charging the cartridge. After approx. ten hou[...]

144 5.6 RS-232C Interface Specifications [ 1 ] Interface Connector and Pin Assignment The CU-6000 has an RS-232C interface port (Dsub-25S). RS-232C interface port (Dsub-25S) on the CU-6000 Pin No. Signal Functions Signal Input/Output CU-6000 External device 1F G Frame ground — 2S D Send data → 3R D Receive data ← 4R S Request to send — 5C S[...]

145 Chapter 5. Handling the CU-6000 (Option) [ 2 ] Interface Cable Connection As illustrated below, connect the CU-6000 (which is joined with the BHT-6000) to a host computer with a cross-mode cable. To connect it to a modem, use a straight-mode cable. DTE and DCE In the RS-232C interface specifications, the DTEs (Data Terminal Equipment) shall be [...]

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147 Appendices Appendices Appendix A. Specifications .................................................................................................... . 148 A.1 BHT -6000 .................................................................................................................. ....... 148 [ 1 ] Product Specifications ....................[...]

148 Appendix A. Specifications A.1 BHT -6000 [ 1 ] Product Specifications Power Source Main power • Two alkaline manganese batteries (LR03) or • Rechargeable Ni-MH battery cartridge (2.4 DVC) Backup power Integrated lithium battery, 3.0 VDC Dimensions 59 x 135 x 20 mm (W) x (L) x (H) (2.3 x 5.3 x 0.8 inches) Weight Approx. 130 g (Approx. 4.6 oz[...]

149 Appendices [ 2 ] Bar Code Specifications Normal-range Type (1) Available Bar Code Types Bar code type Bar dimensions Readable magnification Universal product codes EAN-13 0.26 to 0.33 mm 0.8 to 1.0 magnification (10.24 to 13.0 mils) EAN-8 0.26 to 0.46 m 0.8 to 1.4 magnifications (10.24 to 18.1 mils) UPC-A 0.26 to 0.33 mm 0.8 to 1.0 magnificatio[...]

150 (3) Bar Code Label Size Recommended width: 10 mm min. (0.39 inch min.) Length: Depth of field (Distance from bar codes to the bar-code reading window) Length of labels (including margins) 39 mm max. (1.54 inches max.) (Minimum narrow bar width: 0.1 mm min.)* 1 235 mm max. (9.25 inches max.) (Minimum narrow bar width: 1.2 mm min.)* 4 Width Lengt[...]

151 Appendices Long-range Type (BHT-6000D) (1) Available Bar Code Types Bar code type Bar dimensions Readable magnification Universal product codes EAN-13 0.26 to 0.66 mm 0.8 to 2.0 magnification (10.24 to 26.0 mils) EAN-8 0.26 to 0.66 m 0.8 to 2.0 magnifications (10.24 to 26.0 mils) UPC-A 0.26 to 0.66 mm 0.8 to 2.0 magnification (10.24 to 26.0 mil[...]

152 (3) Bar Code Label Size Recommended width: 10 mm min. (0.39 inch min.) Length: Depth of field (Distance from bar codes to the bar-code reading window) Length of labels (including margins) 95 mm max. (3.74 inches max.) (Minimum narrow bar width: 0.15 mm min.)* 1 320 mm max. (12.60 inches max.) (Minimum narrow bar width: 1.2 mm min.)* 4 Width Len[...]

153 Appendices [ 3 ] Interface Specifications Optical Interface Synchronization: Start-stop Input signals: RD Output signals: SD Transmission speed: 115200 bps max. Direct-connect Interface Synchronization: Start-stop Transmission speed: 38400 bps max. Signal level: Conforms to the RS-232C interface Pin assignment: As shown below. SD RD GND Signal [...]

154 A.2 CU-6000 [ 1 ] Pr oduct Specifications Power Source 12 VDC (via the AC adapter) Power Consumption 2W Dimensions 82 x 190 x 57 mm (W) x (L) x (H) (3.23 x 7.48 x 2.24 inches) Weight CU-6001: Approx. 240 g (Approx. 8.47 oz.) CU-6002: Approx. 180 g (Approx. 6.35 oz.) Operating Ambient Temperature 0˚C to 40˚C (32˚F to 104˚F) Operating Humidit[...]

155 Appendices [ 3 ] Interface Specifications RS-232C Interface Port (Dsub-25S) on the CU-6000 25 13 14 1 1F G Frame ground — 2S D Send data → 3R D Receive data ← 4R S Request to send — 5C S Ready to send — 6D R Data set ready — 7S G Signal ground — 20 ER Data terminal equipment ready — Signal Input/Output External device CU-6000 Pi[...]

156 Appendix B. A T ypical Basic Operation What follows is a typical basic operation which helps you instruct the hands-on user in practical bar-code reading operation. Application type: Inventory Operation: Power ON → Read the bar code on stock (A). → Key in the quantity. Read the bar code on stock (B). → Key in the quantity. Repeat the abov[...]

157 Appendices Appendix C. Alphabet Input Pr ocedur e To activated or deactivate the alphabet input func- tion, issue OUT statement in a user program. As shown at right, each of 0-9 numerical keys and period key is assigned three characters. For exam- ple, the 7 key is assigned A, B, and C. To designate one of three assigned characters, use the M1 [...]

158 The shift guidance block appears only while the M1 or M2 key is held down. Therefore, you should press the target key while holding down the M1 or M2 key. To enter an N character, for example, use the M1 or M2 key to display the Center on the LCD. While displaying the Center , press the 5 key. • During the alphabet input operation, you can us[...]

Index 159 Index Symbols 25-pin plug (Dsub-25P) 137 3-pole mini stereo plug 9, 35, 63, 82 A AC adapter vi, viii, ix, 134, 136, 154 aging test 30, 59, 62 B backlight 4, 15, 58, 148 backlight function 4, 15, 58 backlight function on/off key 15, 58 bar -code reading test 30, 59, 60 batteries v , vii, viii, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 122, 123, 139, 140, 141, 1[...]

160 D DA T A communications LED 135 DCE 145 decode level 46 defective file 69, 70, 124 deleting file 31, 71 DIP switch 137 direct-connect interface, direct-connect interface port 9, 10, 14, 35, 48, 49, 52, 55, 63, 65, 82, 83, 84, 86, 103, 153 download, downloading 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 23, 30, 31, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 55, 56, 75, 77, 78, 79, 99, 111, 11[...]

Index 161 K key entry & beeper test 59, 68 L LCD and reading confirmation LED tests 59, 66 LCD contrast 7, 19, 23, 27, 44 lithium battery 10, 18, 148 long-range scanning 2, 42, 46, 149 low battery indication 19, 122 M M1 key 2, 4, 14, 15, 22, 27, 57, 58, 68, 156, 157, 158 M2 key 2, 14, 15, 57, 58, 68, 157, 158 magic key 42, 148 memory backup te[...]

162 standard-size font 12, 148 status indicator 134, 135 STF 60 stop bit length 52, 53, 86 supplemental codes 149, 151 system area 11, 21, 22, 124 system mode ii, 7, 8, 10, 11, 15, 24, 26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 34, 35, 39, 55, 56, 63, 86, 92, 93, 108, 109, 117, 124, 125, 126, 138 system program malfunction 123 system status indication 30, 42, 44 T timeou[...]

Bar Code Handy T erminal BHT -6000 User's Manual Second Edition, September 1997 DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED The purpose of this manual is to provide accurate information in the handling and operating of the BHT-6000. Please feel free to send your commends regarding any errors or omissions you may have found, or any suggestions you may have for gen[...]