ZEBRA DS3678 (03) PDF MANUAL

The DS3678 digital scanner supports the following connections:

• USB connection to a host: The scanner autodetects a USB host and defaults to the HID keyboard interface type. Other USB interface types can be selected by scanning programming bar code menus. This interface supports international keyboards for Windows environments including North America, German, French, French Canadian, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, UK English, Portuguese-Brazilian, and Japanese.

• Standard RS-232 connection to a host: Requires scanning bar code menus to set up communication.

• Connection to IBM 468X/469X hosts: Requires scanning bar code menus to set up communication with the IBM terminal.

• Keyboard Wedge connection to a host: The host interprets scanned data as keystrokes. This interface supports international keyboards for Windows environments including North America, German, French International, French Canadian, French Belgian, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, UK English, Brazilian-Portuguese and Japanese.

• Configuration via 123Scan2.

Remove the digital scanner from its packing and inspect it for damage. If the scanner was damaged in transit, contact support. KEEP THE PACKING. It is the approved shipping container; use this to return the equipment for servicing.

To connect the STB3678/FLB3678 cradles:

1. Connect the appropriate cable to the power supply and an AC power source, if necessary.

2. Insert the interface cable into the host port.

3. Lift the latch and connect the interface cable into the cradle’s host port and then close the latch.

4. If applicable, thread the interface cable over the cable support hook and run the host cable into the cable groove.

5. Pair the digital scanner to the cradle either by inserting it in the cradle (if pair on contacts is enabled), or by scanning the pairing bar code.

6. If necessary, scan the appropriate host bar code for non-autodetected interfaces. See the specific host chapter for details.

NOTE: Connect the interface cable and power supply (if necessary) in the specified order to ensure proper operation. Always disconnect the DC power supply BEFORE disconnecting the cable to the host end, or the cradle may not recognize the new host.

To insert the battery:

1. Lightly press down and slide the locking lever counterclockwise to unlock and release the battery door.

2. Open the battery door.

3. If a battery is already installed, turn the digital scanner upright to slide the battery out.

4. Slide the new battery into the chamber, with the rounded side toward the back and the contacts facing into the chamber.

5. Close the battery door.

6. Lightly press down and slide the locking lever clockwise to lock the battery door.

7. If using a brand new battery, insert the scanner into a cradle to turn the battery on. Batteries are shipped in an Off mode.

To remove the battery:

1. Lightly press down and slide the locking lever counterclockwise to unlock the battery door.

2. Open the battery door.

3. Turn the digital scanner upright to slide the battery out.

To charge the DS3678 battery, place the scanner in the STB/FLB3678 cradle. The battery begins charging when the cradle’s LED indicator starts blinking amber. A complete charge is indicated when the cradle’s LED indicator is solid green.

A complete charge of a fully discharged battery can take up to three hours using external power and up to ten hours using USB power over the USB interface cable.

To insert the scanner in the cradle:

1. Insert the digital scanner into the cradle top first.

2. Push the handle until it clicks into place, engaging the contacts in the cradle and digital scanner.

CAUTION: To avoid a battery temperature fault, always charge the battery in the digital scanner within the recommended temperature of 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C) nominal, 41° to 95° F (5° to 35° C) ideal.

If scanned data does not transmit to the cradle’s host, ensure all cables are firmly inserted and the power supply is connected. If scanned data still does not transmit, reestablish a connection with the host:

1. Disconnect the power supply from the cradle.

2. Disconnect the host interface cable from the cradle.

3. Wait three seconds.

4. Reconnect the host interface cable to the cradle.

5. Reconnect the power supply to the cradle, if the host requires.

6. Reestablish pairing with the cradle by scanning the pairing bar code.

The SAC3600-4001CR four-slot spare battery charger charges up to four single spare batteries. For best performance, fully charge the battery before its first use. A complete charge of a fully discharged battery can take up to five hours. Charge within the recommended temperature of 32° to 104° F (0° C to 40° C) nominal, 41° to 95° F (5° to 35° C) ideal.

To insert batteries in the charger:

1. Angle the battery with the contacts facing up.

2. Slide the contact side of the battery under the LED indicator ledge.

3. Push down on the label surface of the battery until it clicks in place, engaging the contacts in the charger.

The battery begins charging when the LED indicator on the battery charger starts flashing amber.

1. Insert the loop on the lanyard into the slot at the bottom of the device handle.

2. Thread the upper portion of the lanyard into the loop.

3. Pull the clip through the loop over the tether point and tighten into place.

NOTE: Do not attach the tool balancer to the lanyard slot at the bottom of the device.

Routinely cleaning the exit window is required as a dirty window may affect scanning accuracy. Do not allow any abrasive material to touch the window.

Approved Cleaning Agents:

• Pre-moistened wipes

• Isopropyl alcohol 70%

To clean the scanner:

1. Dampen a soft cloth with an approved cleaning agent or use pre-moistened wipes.

2. Gently wipe all surfaces. Never apply liquid directly to the scanner. Avoid letting liquid pool around the scanner window, trigger, or cable connector.

3. Clean the trigger and the area between the trigger and the housing using a cotton-tipped applicator.

4. Do not spray water or other cleaning liquids directly into the exit window.

5. Wipe the scanner exit window with a lens tissue or other suitable material.

6. Immediately dry the scanner window with a soft non-abrasive cloth to prevent streaking.

7. Allow the unit to air dry before use.

To clean the scanner connectors:

a. Dip the cotton portion of a cotton-tipped applicator in isopropyl alcohol.

b. Rub the applicator back-and-forth across the connector on the scanner at least 3 times.

c. Use the applicator to remove any grease and dirt near the connector area.

d. Use a dry cotton-tipped applicator and rub back-and-forth across the connectors at least 3 times to remove residue.

To set up the scanner for communication, you must select the appropriate host type by scanning the corresponding barcode. Below are the primary host types:

Cradle Communication:

1. Select either “Cradle-Classic Bluetooth” or “Cradle-Low Energy”.

2. Scan the pairing barcode on the cradle or place the scanner in the cradle to establish a connection.

Keyboard Emulation (HID):

• For Classic Bluetooth: Scan the “HID BT Classic” barcode. For slave mode, discover the scanner from your host device. For master mode, scan a pairing barcode with the host’s MAC address.

• For Low Energy Bluetooth: Scan the “HID BT LE (Discoverable)” barcode. From the host, discover Bluetooth devices and select your scanner from the list.

Simple Serial Interface (SSI for SDK apps):

• For Zebra Mobile Computers (Master mode): Scan “SSI BT Classic (Non-discoverable)” and then a pairing barcode with the host’s MAC address.

• For Android SDK apps (Slave mode): Scan “SSI BT Classic (Discoverable)” and select the scanner from your host’s discovered devices list.

• For iOS SDK apps (Slave mode): Scan “SSI BT LE” and select the scanner from within your host’s application.

Serial Port Profile (SPP):

• For Master Mode: Scan “SPP BT Classic (Non-Discoverable)” and then a pairing barcode with the host’s MAC address.

• For Slave Mode: Scan “SPP BT Classic (Discoverable)” and select the scanner from your host’s discovered devices list.

Batch mode allows the scanner to store barcode data when it is out of communication range with its host. The data is transmitted once the connection is re-established. The scanner can store up to 30,720 bytes of memory.

Modes of Operation:

• Normal (default): Do not batch data. The scanner attempts to transmit every scanned barcode immediately.

• Out of Range Batch Mode: The scanner starts storing barcode data when it loses connection to a remote device. Data transmission is triggered by re-establishing the connection.

• Standard Batch Mode: The scanner starts storing data after scanning “Enter Batch Mode.” Data transmission is triggered by scanning “Send Batch Data.”

• Cradle Contact Batch Mode: The scanner starts storing data after scanning “Enter Batch Mode.” Data transmission is triggered by inserting the scanner into the cradle.

• Batch Only Mode: The scanner radio is turned off, and all barcode data is stored. Transmission is triggered by inserting the scanner into the cradle. This mode can only be exited by scanning the Normal (default) mode barcode.

• Persistent Batch Storage: When enabled, batch data is stored in non-volatile memory and is preserved even when the scanner is powered down. Note that frequent use of this setting will shorten the life of the non-volatile memory.

To configure a specific batch mode, scan the corresponding barcode from the user manual.

The cradle has a page button sensor that, when touched, causes paired scanners to emit a beeping sequence to help locate them. By default, this feature is enabled.

To use the Page Button:

1. Place your finger over the page button sensor.

2. Press down for approximately 1 second.

3. The cradle LED will turn blue. The paired scanner(s) will beep, blink, and vibrate.

4. Repeat as necessary.

Scanners that are out of radio range will not beep when paged. You can enable or disable this feature by scanning the appropriate barcodes in the product reference guide.

Perform the following steps to establish a link using HID Keyboard Emulation:

1. On the DS3678 scanner, scan the “Keyboard Emulation (HID)” barcode from the guide.

2. On an iOS/iPad/iPhone, go to Settings > General > Bluetooth and turn Bluetooth On. Select the DS3678 scanner from the list of discovered devices to establish a link.

3. On an Android device, go to Settings > Wireless & networks > Bluetooth (turn it on if not already on). Select Bluetooth Settings and choose the DS3678 scanner from the list of discovered devices.

IMPORTANT: Some Android devices may require a PIN to connect. If a PIN is displayed on the device, you must scan the “Variable PIN Code (1)” barcode on the scanner, then re-attempt the connection. When the scanner beeps, scan the numeric barcodes corresponding to the PIN displayed on the device. Incorrect entries can be deleted by scanning the “Cancel” barcode.

The scanner can be reset to two types of defaults:

• Restore Defaults: This resets all parameters. If custom defaults have been configured, it will restore to those custom values. If no custom defaults were configured, it will restore to factory default values. To perform this, scan the “Restore Defaults” barcode.

• Set Factory Defaults: This eliminates all custom default values and sets the scanner to its original factory default values. To perform this, scan the “Set Factory Defaults” barcode.

• Write to Custom Defaults: This allows you to set the scanner’s current configuration as the new custom default. After changing all parameters to your desired values, scan the “Write to Custom Defaults” barcode.

CapCode is a special pattern that encloses a signature area on a document, allowing a scanner to capture a signature. It consists of two identical patterns printed on either side of a signature capture box. These patterns extend the full height of the box.

The structure of a CapCode pattern is a start pattern, a separator space, the signature box, another separator space, and a stop pattern. Different start/stop patterns can be used to identify different types of signatures on the same form (e.g., for different filers on a tax form).

The output signature image is de-skewed and right-side up, regardless of how it is captured.