Data Capture for Workforce in Motion RoadRunners Evolution User Guide ©Baracoda TM – March 2010 ©
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion SUMMARY SUMMARY ................................................................... 2 REVISION HISTORY .......................................................... 4 INTRODUCTION .............................................................. 5 STATUS DISPLAY SUMMARY .................................................... 6 PDA STYLUS ................................................................ 8 RECHARGING THE BATTERY ....................................................
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion OTHERS INDICATIONS: ......................................................... 24 LIMITED WARRANTY. ........................................................ 25 Baracoda RoadRunners Evolution – User Guide v2.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion Revision History Changes to the original manual are listed below. Document Date Description 1.0 17 June 08 Initial release 1.1 25 Aug. 08 Add “The different connection method” section 1.2 11 Sept. 08 Add “Smart Autoscan” option 1.3 15 Oct. 08 Modify the “MASTER mode” section. 1.4 06 Feb. 09 Modify the “Status Display Summary” section. 1.5 29 April 09 Modify “Installing / Replacing batteries” & “Safety / Regulatory” sections 1.6&1.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion Introduction The RoadRunners Evolution is easy to use. Just press the trigger in order to switch on the scanner and simply press it again to scan a barcode. The colours of the LEDs indicate the status of the device. A beep indicates when the scanner connects to the remote device and when a barcode is scanned successfully. Acknowledgement of a completed scan is configurable by the user.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion Status Display Summary The RoadRunners Evolution has two (2) LEDs. There are providing a status regarding the Bluetooth connection and the reading status. The right one is the Bluetooth connection LED (BCL) and the left one is the Reading status LED (RSL). Reading Status Led Bluetooth Connection Led (RSL) (BCL) The function of the BCL is to give • • The Bluetooth status of the device (connected or not connected).
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion BCL LED: Single Blinks (e.g. *pause*pause*…) The scanner is ready to be connected Double fast Blinks (e.g.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion PDA stylus In order to attach the PDA stylus to the RoadRunners Evolution, insert the stylus into the hole, as showed in Fig.1. Note that there are two holes, symmetric around the principal axe of RoadRunners Evolution. Push downwards, as shown by the arrow n° 2 in Fig.1 till you will hear a clips. There are two holes, one on both sides. Note: You will not be able to use the Protective boot and the PDA stylus simultaneously. 1 2 Fig.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion Installing / replacing batteries Only use Baracoda approved rechargeable batteries. The use of any other batteries may damage the scanner and void the warranty. Please remove the batteries when you are storing the scanner for more than 30 days. To insert batteries into RoadRunners Evolution: 1. Use a coin or your finger to unlock and remove the battery cover at the back of the RoadRunners Evolution. Turn the lock underneath the scanner to a horizontal position. 2.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion Configuring Configuring your scanner There are two (2) ways to configure your scanner: • • When connected to a host device, the BaracodaManager software (v3.34 min) can be used for multiple setting changes. The Configuration barcodes In the Programming Guide can be used to configure the scanner without using outside software applications. Reset your scanner To reset the scanner to its “default settings”, use BaracodaManager software (v3.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion Data format The data format is the following: Header + Timestamp + Prefix + Barcode + Suffix Header Timestamp General Prefix Symbology Prefix Symbology Suffix Barcode General Suffix Baracoda Header It is a proprietary data encapsulation. It is necessary to activate the Baracoda header in 2 cases: • to use the Baracoda keyboard emulation (Kemul) and Terminal. • to use the “No data loss” mode. You can configure Baracoda Header through BaracodaManager software.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion Barcode Identifier The scanner can transmit a maximum of 3 digit barcode identifier codes for different types of barcodes (symbologies). If the option is selected, the Barcode Identifier is added at the beginning of the barcode frame. List of identifier codes can be found in the Programming Guide. You can activate barcode identifier through BaracodaManager software or with the Programming Guide. The barcode identifier is disabled in default settings.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion Quick Start up guide How to read barcodes In order to switch on the scanner, please press the trigger. Position the scanner so the light beam fully overlaps and crosses the barcode. The scanner will emit a beep when the scan is successful. Sample Barcode * 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 - * Baracoda RoadRunners Evolution – User Guide v2.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion Proper scanning position BRR –L Evolution : CMOS 40° BRR-LA Evolution : Laser 47° BRR-Fs Evolution : 2D Imager 40° Baracoda RoadRunners Evolution – User Guide v2.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion The different usage modes modes Real Time mode In real time mode, the barcode is decoded and transmitted to the remote host without any delay. If the scanner is not connected, the data is lost (Status RSL Led: red flash). Real Time mode with No Data Loss option If the No Data Loss option is activated and if the scanner is not connected or out of Bluetooth range, the scanner will store the data.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion The different connection methods methods There are two (2) different ways to create a connection from a Host and a scanner: Slave mode (by default) The Host (PC, BaracodaManager, …) is creating the connection onto the scanner. Master mode The scanner is creating itself a connection to the recorded Host Bluetooth address. This connection attempt is set after a scan of barcode.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion The different reading modes modes RoadRunners Evolution has four (4) reading modes. These modes can be changed through both the BaracodaManager software and the Programming Guide. Trigger mode (default setting) Simply press the trigger when you want to scan a barcode.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion The different ways to connect Roadrunners Evolution to a host Baracoda proposes three (3) ways to simplify this process. Just choose the most appropriate one according to your specific needs. For users: Complete Plug&Scan hardware solutions The easiest way to connect a Baracoda scanner with a host computer is to use the Baracoda Plug and Scan Bluetooth dongles.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion • 4. 5. Start the BaracodaManager by selecting Start> Programs> BaracodaManager> BaracodaManager. The application automatically searches for wireless scanners. • Place the scanner in discovery mode by pressing the trigger button. • Highlight the scanner in the Devices in Range box and click the Add Button. • The Bluetooth Stack asks for the passkey. While the message displays, click on the Bluetooth connection icon in the system tray at right side of the task bar.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion Image & Signature Capture Image capture RoadRunners 2D (from firmware version v1.48) v is able to take some a picture in simply pressing on the trigger and scanning a dedicated barcode first ; the wished picture in second. second As a barcode data captured, this picture could be sent over Bluetooth in real time or stored in the scanner memory in waiting iting for an upload command. Here is the process to take a picture 1.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion Signature capture RoadRunners 2D (from firmware version v1.48) is able to take a picture of a specific rectangle area previously defined. Its localisation can be configured from a referenced barcode (value & symbology(*)). When this referenced barcode is scanned ; the scanner will look at the predefined square ; take the picture & treat it as a picture (ie : sent in real time ; or record in its memory).
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion Example : Capture Result ’Signature capture’ configuration parameters : Barcode reference: Baracoda (with ‘B’ capital) X offset: 2 mm Y offset: 78 mm Width: 36 mm Height: 18 mm Aspect ratio: 50 Resolution: 1 Bits per pixel: 1 Some recommendations to practice this example: Take the scanner at ~15-20 cm from this sheet of paper Press the trigger and move the scanner from ‘Barcoda logo’ area to the ‘Reference barcode’.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion Safety / Regulatory. FCC: Product FCC Id: QSH AIRRNA Interference statement: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion EU: This equipment is intended to be commercialised in all the countries of the European Union and there is no commercialisation or operational restrictions in any of the countries. Hereby, Baracoda Wireless Technology declares that this Bluetooth barcode scanner is in compliance complian with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The declaration of conformity is in progress.
Data Capture for Workforce in Motion Limited Warranty. Manufacturer warrants that the product will be free of defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of shipment. Manufacturer will, at its option, either repair, replace or refund the purchase price paid by buyer for the defective products. Such repair, replacement or refund shall be buyer's sole remedy in the event of Manufacturer's breach of this limited warranty.
