Code Corporation Code Reader 2.0 manual

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 1 Save Settings Manual V ersion 18 This version of the manual released with rmware version 4058. Release Date: 3/24/09 User Manual Code Reader 2.0 ™ C001537_18_CR2_User Manual[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual i Save Settings Statement of Agency Compliance The CR2 can be set to use targeting lasers. The CR2’ s targeting laser emits Class 2M radiation outside of the product per IEC 60825-1. Class 2M Laser/LED product. Do not stare into beam or view directly with optical instruments. The CR2 has been tested by an independent el[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual ii Save Settings Code Reader 2.0 User Manual Copyright © 2006 Code Corporation. All Rights Reserved. The software described in this manual may only be used in accordance with the terms of its license agreement. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means without written permission from Code [...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual iii Save Settings T able of Contents Chapter 1 - Getting Started ............................................................................................................... 1 1.1 - Introduction .......... ..................................................................................................................[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual iv Save Settings 2.9 - Continuous T rigger Optimization Matrix ............................................................................... 35 2.10 - Continuous Scan ................................................................................................................ 35 2.1 1 - Continuous Scan Settings .....[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual v Save Settings 5.1 - Set T argeting T olerances ...................................................................................................... 52 5.2 - Windowing ............................................................................................................................ 53 5.3 - Mirror Decoding ..[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 1 Save Settings Chapter 1 - Getting Started[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 2 Save Settings 1.1 - Introduction CR2 is a revolutionary bar code and 2-dimensional code reader . Developed to be the rst universal reader , no other single device performs as many functions. With a cost of ownership far less than comparable systems, the CR2 incorporates a unique dual path optical system, a 1.3 millio[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 3 Save Settings 1.2 - Unpacking Remove the imager from its packing and inspect it for damage. If the scanner was damaged during shipping, please call Code at (801) 495-2200. The standard CR2 unit is shipped with a USB cable interface. The unit also features a battery blank which must be installed when using the reader (ex[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 4 Save Settings 1.3 - Reader Battery Installation Attaching and Detaching the Lithium Ion Battery The CR2 has an option to include a 1950 mAH Lithium Ion battery . T o install battery , make sure the battery is in the correct position (gure 1.1). Place the plastic tab of the battery into the reader (gure 1.2). Push [...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 5 Save Settings 1.4 - Attaching Handles H1 - Handle 1. Place the CR2 in the cradle of the handle and slide the unit back (Figure 1.4). Be careful not to place ngerprints on the front glass when attaching handle. 2. Once the 8-pin DIN connector of the handle begins to enter the opening in the back of the unit, rmly p[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 6 Save Settings 1.5 - Batch Operation 1.5.1 - Introduction The CR2 unit features a batch mode for applications requiring a portable reader . Batch mode allows a user to store scanned data to the reader ’s non-volatile memory . The user may transfer the data to a host computer when needed. T o utilize batch functionality[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 7 Save Settings T ransferring and Deleting Data There are three different codes to transfer and delete data in memory . 1. T ransfer All Data in Memory - This code will send all data in memory everytime the code is scanned. 2. T ransfer Only Unsent Data in Memory - This code will send only the data in memory that hasn’t[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 8 Save Settings 1.6 - Cabled Operation CR2 with Cabled Handle - If a handle was purchased for use with the CR2, the 8-pin DIN connector is at the bottom of the handle (Figure 1.12). Insert the 8-pin connector and rmly push the cable into the handle. The cable has a locking mechanism that will rmly hold the cable in [...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 9 Save Settings 1.6.2 - CR2 as a USB Keyboard T o connect the CR2 to your host computer via USB interface: 1. Attach the USB cable to CR2 (Figure 1.14). 2. There is no need to power off the computer (Figure 1.15) Connect the USB cable to a USB port on the computer (Figure 1.16). 3. Once properly connected, the CR2 will po[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 10 Save Settings 1.6.2.2 - Keyboard Support Scan the following codes to set appropriate keyboard mapping: US English (Default) No Leading 0 US English - Leading 0 US English - ctrl + char for non-printable characters for non-printable characters for non-printable characters French German Japanese Universal Keyboard Altern[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 1 1 Save Settings 1.6.3 - PS/2 Cable Installation Guide 1. Power off the computer . If you disconnect the computer ’ s keyboard while it is powered on, your computer will lock up. 2. Attach the the PS/2 cable to the CR2. 3. If you have a cabled keyboard, detach the keyboard cable from the computer and connect that same [...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 12 Save Settings RS-232 Factory Default Settings Mode: RS-232 One W ay Mode Baud Rate: 57600 Stop Bits: 2 Data Bits: 8 Parity: None 1.6.4 - RS-232 (Serial) Cable Installation Guide 1. Attach the RS-232 (Serial) Cable to the CR2. 2. Connect the RS-232 (Serial) cable to a serial port on the computer (Figure 1.19). There is [...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 13 Save Settings 1.6.4.1 - Additional RS-232 (Serial) Communication Data Bit Settings Scan the following codes to set the appropriate data bit: 7 Data Bits 8 Data Bits (Default) 1.6.4.2 - Additional RS-232 (Serial) Communication Baud Rate Settings Scan the following codes to set the appropriate baud rate: 1200 2400 4800 9[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 14 Save Settings 1.7 - Bluetooth Radio Operation 1.7.1 - Introduction The CR2 features a Bluetooth® wireless radio. The radio allows for point-to-point wireless communication with other Bluetooth devices that support serial port protocol (SPP). If keyboard entry is necessary , Code XML Router will need to be installed. T[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 15 Save Settings Radio Range and T ransferring Data The CR2 radio is a Class 1 device. If connected to another Class 1 device the reader has roughly a 100 meter (300 feet) line of sight operating range. If connecting to a Class 2 or Class 3 device, the operating range may drop to match the lower range. Once a reader is co[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 16 Save Settings Permanently Establishing a Connection Scan the Save Settings Code at the bottom of the page to make the RF settings (including which device to connect to) permanent on the reader: Disconnecting from the Device Y ou may force disconnection by reading the disconnect code below (The CR2 may not appear discon[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 17 Save Settings 1.7.4 - Bluetooth Radio Time Out Settings Scan the following codes to set the period of time before the Bluetooth Radio will go into sleep mode due to inactivity: Note: Increasing the time before the reader will time out will decrease battery life. 90 Seconds (Default) 5 Minutes 10 Minutes 15 Minutes 30 M[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 18 Save Settings 1.7.7 - Conguration for Belkin Bluetooth Manager Software (V ersion 1.4.2.10) In this version of the Belkin Bluetooth Manager software, you must disable the authentication feature to connect a CR2. Follow the steps below: 1. Double click on the Bluetooth icon in the system tray . In the My Bluetooth Pl[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 19 Save Settings 4. Open the “Accessibility” T ab and verify that “All Devices” are allowed to connect (this is the default setting). Y ou should now be able to connect your CR2. 1.7.7 - Conguration for Belkin Bluetooth Manager Software (Continued) 3. Y our local service Bluetooth Serial Port prole should no[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 20 Save Settings 1.7.8 - Conguration for T oshiba Bluetooth Stack Instructions (continued) 3a. Go to http://www .codecorp.com/bdaddr .php and create a QuickConnect code using the address from step 3. Use the CodeXML Router/ 2-way applications section if CodeXML Router will be installed. Else create a QuickConnect Code [...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 21 Save Settings 1.7.8 - Conguration for T oshiba Bluetooth Stack Instructions (continued) 4a. Uncheck the settings under the Security Setting of Serial Port (SPP). 5. Install the Code XML Router Software to the Device on the Appropriate COM Port. Reboot the PC and then scan your QuickConnect code to connect. Please no[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 22 Save Settings 1.7.9 - Conguration for Microsoft Bluetooth Stack Instructions 1. Right click on the Microsoft Bluetooth Stack system tray icon, select “Open Bluetooth Settings”. 2. Go to the “Hardware” tab and select the “Generic Bluetooth Radio” and then click “Properties”. Next select the “Advance[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 23 Save Settings 1.7.9 - Conguration for Microsoft Bluetooth Stack Instructions (continued) 2a. Go to http://www.codecorp.com/bdaddr .php and create a QuickConnect code using the address from step 2. Use the CodeXML Router/ 2-way applications section if CodeXML Router will be installed, otherwise create a QuickConnect [...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 24 Save Settings 1. Insert the Code Router Bluetooth Edition for Windows CD into your PC’s CD drive. The CD will automatically begin the installation process. When you get to the screen pictured below , please enter the CD Serial # Key found on the card included in the CD case. 2. When you get to the screen pictured bel[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 25 Save Settings 1.8 - CR2 Feedback Guide The CR2 features two (2) LED’s on the front of the unit. These LED’s give feedback based on various funcitons of the CR2 unit. Each LED has a small icon just underneath it that represents the following: Battery or Power Icon Memory / Connection Icon The CR2 unit will automatic[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 26 Save Settings Bluetooth Radio Feedback Attempting to Connect None Flashes Blue Solid Green None 4 Beeps Failed to Connect None Connected Flashes Blue Every 15 seconds Flash Battery Status Every 15 seconds None Normal Operation Feedback (con’t) Successful Decode and Data Store Conguration Code Successfully Decoded [...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 27 Save Settings 1.9 - T argeting and Reading T echniques The CR2 utilizes digital camera technology to take a picture of a symbol. Once an image is captured, the CR2 utilizes advanced decoding algorithms to extract data from the captured image. The CR2 is available as a palm-held unit or users may purchase a handle (avai[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 28 Save Settings 1.10 - Imager Field of V iew and Resolution The CR2’s dual eld optical system may be modied based on your scanning environment. The CR2’s megapixel imager may be set to the following three modes: The 1.3 Million Pixel imager is divided into near eld and far eld decode zones. In each zone t[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 29 Save Settings 1.1 1 - Decode Zone Figure 1.26[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 30 Save Settings Chapter 2 - Optimization and T rigger Programming[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 31 Save Settings 2.1 - Introduction From the moment you turn on your CR2, you are taking full advantage of the dual path 1.3 megapixel imager , the 400 MHz processor . CR2 readers are able to read a wide range of symbology types and sizes, as well as a variety of printed media, within a wide range of environmental factors[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 32 Save Settings 2.2 - Global T rigger Optimization Matrix 2.3 - Left T rigger Optimization Matrix Both Fields Far Field SXGA Near Field Both Fields Far Field SXGA Near Field[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 33 Save Settings 2.4 - Left T rigger Programming Left T rigger T ake Picture Note: If you program a trigger to another function, you will need to reset any performance code settings. 2.6 - Right T rigger Programming Right T rigger T ake Picture Note: If you program a trigger to another function, you will need to reset any[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 34 Save Settings Handle T rigger T ake Picture Note: If you program a trigger to another function, you will need to reset any performance code settings. 2.8 - Handle T rigger Programming 2.7 - Handle Optimization Matrix Both Fields Far Field SXGA Near Field[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 35 Save Settings 2.9 - Continuous T rigger Optimization Matrix 2.10 - Continuous Scan Off (Default) On Note: This function is only recommended for cabled or short term use if battery is the only power supply . See sec - tion 2.1 1.1 for Sleep T ime Out Settings. Scanning codes in the matrix puts the reader into Continous [...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 36 Save Settings 2.1 1.1 - Continuous Scan - Sleep Time Out Scan one of the codes below to set the amount of time a cabled CR2 will operate in continuous scan mode, without a decode, before entering sleep mode: Cabled - 2 hours (Default) Cabled - Always Scan one of the codes below to set the amount of time an uncabled CR2[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 37 Save Settings Chapter 3 - CR2 Programming: Symbology Settings[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 38 Save Settings 3.1 - Aztec Symbology Scan the following codes to enable/disable Aztec symbology settings: Aztec On Aztec Off (Default) Sample Aztec Code 3.2 - Codabar Symbology Scan the following codes to enable/disable Codabar symbology settings: Codabar On (Default) Codabar Off Sample Codabar 3.3 - Codablock F Symbolo[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 39 Save Settings Disable Checksum (Default) Enable Checksum and Strip From Result Code 39 Extended Full ASCII On Code 39 Extended Full ASCII Off (Default) Code 39 Short Margin On Code 39 Short Margin Off (Default) Code 39 T rioptic On Code 39 T rioptic Off Sample Code 39 Code Sample T rioptic Code 39 3.5 - Code 39 Symbolo[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 40 Save Settings 3.7 - Code 128 Symbology Scan the following codes to enable/disable Code 128 symbology settings: Code 128 On (Default) Code 128 Off Code 128 Short Margin On Code 128 Short Margin Off (Default) Sample Code 128 Code Note: When Codablock F and Code 128 decoding are enabled, there is some danger of mistakenly[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 41 Save Settings Scan the following codes to enable/disable Interleaved 2 of 5 symbology settings: Int 2 of 5 On (Default) Int 2 of 5 Off Int 2 of 5 T wo Digits On Int 2 of 5 T wo Digits Off Int 2 of 5 Four Digits On Int 2 of 5 Four Digits Off Sample Int 2 of 5 Code Scan the following codes to enable/disable Maxicode symb[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 42 Save Settings 3.14 - Micro PDF417 Symbology Scan the following codes to enable/disable micro PDF 417 symbology settings: MicroPDF417 On MicroPDF417 Off (Default) Sample MicroPDF417 Scan the following codes to enable/disable Matrix 2 of 5 symbology settings: Matrix 2 of 5 On (Default) Matrix 2 of 5 Off Matrix 2 of 5 Sam[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 43 Save Settings For an explanation of Pharmacode settings and all programming codes please refer to Appendix G of the CR2 User Manual. Y ou may download the Appendix G at: http://www .codecorp.com/manuals.html 3.19 - Pharmacode All postal code default settings are OFF . Scan the following codes to enable the appropriate [...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 44 Save Settings 3.22 - GS1 data bar ( formerly RSS) Symbology 3.21 - QR Code Symbology Scan the following codes to enable/disable QR Code symbology settings: QR Code On QR Code Off (Default) Enable Checksum Disable Checksum (Default) QR Code Inverse On Both Inverse and Standard On All QR On (includes Micro QR) Inverse QR[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 45 Save Settings Scan the following codes to enable/disable T elepen symbology settings: T elepen On - Default T elepen Off Sample T elepen 3.23 - T elepen Symbology 3.24 - UPC/EAN/JAN Scan the following codes to enable/disable UPC/EAN/JAN symbology settings: UPC On (Default) UPC Off UPC Short Margin Enabled UPC Short Mar[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 46 Save Settings Chapter 4 - Reader Feedback and Special Settings[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 47 Save Settings 4.1 - V olume and V ibration Settings Scan the following codes to set vibration mode: Vibrate On / Beep On Vibrate On / Beep Off Vibrate Off / Beep On (Default) Scan the following codes to set your reader ’s volume: Beep Off Beep Low Beep High (Default) 4.2 - Code Readability Index The Readability Index[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 48 Save Settings 4.3 - Laser Settings Scan one of the following codes to set the brightness of the CR2 laser . High (Default) Medium Low Scan the following codes to turn laser targeting on/off: On (Default) Off 4.4 - Reader Power Off Settings Scan the following codes to set the amount of time before a reader powers off: 1[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 49 Save Settings 4.5 - Reader ID and Firmware V ersion 4.6 - Reader Settings Lock T o lock or unlock the current settings on your reader please scan the codes below: Reader Settings Locked Reader Settings Unlocked NOTE: Prex and Sufx programming codes, memory transfer and delete commands, “Clear All CodeXML Rules?[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 50 Save Settings This mode can be used to establish a permanent connection between the reader and a CodeXML modem, Prepare the reader to communicate in ‘RF Comm Mode’ by scanning the QuickConnect code on the paired modem to which you wish to establish a permanent link. Listen for the single beep to verify the connecti[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 51 Save Settings Chapter 5 - Advanced Decode Performance[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 52 Save Settings 5.1 - Set T argeting T olerances 50 Most Accurate 75 100 125 1600 (Default) 150 200 400 Least Accurate The targeting tolerance is the zone around the laser which is eligible for decoding. The values of each of the following codes are the percent tolerance based on the size of the barcode. As the targeting[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 53 Save Settings 5.2 - Windowing If only one size of bar code is being scanned in an application, the CR2 can be optimized to reduce processing time by adjusting the viewing area within the eld of view of the image. By reducing the vertical window value of the imager to 200 pixels, 1D codes are processed more quickly .[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 54 Save Settings 1-Dimensional Codes ONL Y (1024 x 200 pixels) Caution: It may be more difcult to read other codes while in this setting. Y ou must have the reader farther away than normal. Small 2-Dimensional Codes (480 x 480 pixels) Medium 2-Dimensional Codes (512 x 512 pixels) Large 2-Dimensional Codes (640 x 640 pi[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 55 Save Settings Chapter 6 - Adding a Prex or Sufx and Reader T ext Commands[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 56 Save Settings 6.1 - Prex Settings If you scan the following codes, you will lose any unsaved settings. Make sure to save settings on your reader before scanning the prex codes. If you scan more than one prex you will receive each scanned prex in your scanned data; (i.e., if you scan comma prex twice, you[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 57 Save Settings 6.4 - Reader T ext Commands Enabling Reader T ext Commands allows the CR2 to accept text commands via RS-232 or RF commmunication. Scan the following codes to enable/disable reader text commands: Reader T ext Commands On Reader T ext Commands Off - Default Note: T ext commands can only be sent to the read[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 58 Save Settings Chapter 7 - CR2: Maintenance and T roubleshooting[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 59 Save Settings 7.1 - Reset Reader to Factory Defaults Scan the following codes to reset reader: Reset to USB Factory Reset to PS/2 Factory Reset to RS-232 Factory Default Settings Default Settings Default Settings Reset to RF One W ay Bootloader Mode Factory Default Settings Clear All CodeXML Rules Prex & Sufx[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 60 Save Settings 7.3 - W arranty Code Corporation’s Code Reader 2.0 carries a three year limited warranty as described herein. Customers may purchase a one or two year extension to this warranty . Please contact a Code representative for more information. Limited W arranty Code manufactures its hardware products in acco[...]

C001537_18_CR2_User_Manual 61 Save Settings 7.4 - CR2 Accessories EXCEPT FOR THE W ARRANTIES ST A TED ABOVE, CODE DISCLAIMS ALL W ARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ON PRODUCTS FURNISHED HEREUNDER, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMIT A TION IMPLIED W ARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A P ARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT . The stated express warra[...]