Casio DT-900, Operation Manual

Page 1: ... to become connected shorted by metal Doing so creates the danger of battery pack heat emission explosion and fire Never transport or store the battery pack together with a necklace hair pins or other metal objects Doing so can short battery pack terminals creating the danger of battery pack heat emission explosion and fire Be sure to place the battery pack in its case whenever transporting or sto...

Page 2: ...ign Objects Should any foreign matter ever get into the unit immediately turn off the power and contact your original dealer or an authorized CASIO service provider Continued use creates the danger of fire and electrical shock Dropping and Damage Should you drop the unit and damage it immediately turn off the power and contact your original dealer or an authorized CASIO service provider Continued ...

Page 3: ...d area with tap water Do not store batteries with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins doing so may cause the positive and negative poles to be shorted Do not mix new and old batteries or other makes of batteries The different attributes may cause the battery to leak fluid overheat or explode This battery was not made to be recharged Recharging this battery may damage the insulation or inte...

Page 4: ...e terminals with tape to insulate them Mixing them with other batteries or metal objects may cause the coin type lithium battery to short leak fluid overheat explode or burst into flames Lithium ion Battery Pack Do not put a battery pack in microwave ovens or pressure cookers Doing so may cause the battery pack to overheat explode or burst into flames Do not use a battery pack that smells strange ...

Page 5: ...aptor models or chargers creates the danger of fire and electrical shock Should the power cord ever become severely damaged to the point that wires are exposed or broken contact your original dealer or CASIO service provider for repair or replacement Use of a damaged electrical cord creates the danger of fire and electrical shock Make back up copies of all important data Note that CASIO Computer C...

Page 6: ... Heavy Objects Never place heavy objects on top of the unit Doing so creates the risk of a loss of balance and the object falling which can cause personal injury LCD Screen Never apply strong pressure to the screen or subject it to strong impact Doing so can crack the LCD panel glass and create the danger of personal injury Should the LCD panel glass ever break never touch the liquid inside Doing ...

Page 7: ...atteries in the direct sunlight or in a car on a sunny day when it is very hot The batteries may leak fluid overheat or explode When storing or disposing of the batteries cover the terminals with tape to insulate them Mixing them with other batteries or metal objects may cause the batteries to leak fluid overheat or explode Do not get the batteries wet Doing so may cause the batteries to overheat ...

Page 8: ...ach of small children Do not let small children remove the battery pack from the charger unit or the unit it is powering Optional Basic Cradle Satellite Cradle and Charger Unit Keep the power cord away from stoves and other sources of extreme heat Heat can melt the insulation of the power cord and create the danger of fire and electrical shock Never pull on the power cord when unplugging it Doing ...

Page 9: ... Data Collector Do not wipe with a wet cloth Do not use benzine thinner or other volatile chemicals which can result in deformation and deterioration of the materials used in the keys and case Do not lay the Data Collector down with its key panel downwards Doing so runs the risk of accidental key operation which can cause malfunction Never remove the main battery while Data Collector power is turn...

Page 10: ... Removing the AA LR6 size alkaline batteries E 18 Loading and Removing the Lithium ion Battery Pack E 19 Replacing the Lithium Backup Battery E 20 About the LCD Screen E 22 Attaching the Wrist Strap E 23 To attach the wrist strap E 23 Keys and Their Functions E 24 Using the Bar Code Reader E 25 Performing a Bar Code Read Operation E 25 Performing a Bar Code E 26 Adjusting the Laser Beam Width E 27...

Page 11: ... Specifications E 46 Using the Chager Unit E 47 General Guide E 47 When You Are Using the Down facing Reader Port Model E 49 Setting up the Charger Unit and Connecting the Data Collector E 49 Charging the Battery Pack charging the lithium ion battery pack separately E 51 DT 969CHGE Charger Unit Specifications E 52 Setting the Unit E 53 To use the Basic Cradle Satellite Cradle on a desktop example ...

Page 12: ... are included If anything is missing or damaged contact your original dealer or your nearest CASIO Service Provider Data Collector down facing reader port forward facing reader port DT 900 M50E M60E DT 900 M51E M61E Wrist Strap Back up battery lithium Main battery Two AA LR6 size alkaline batteries ...

Page 13: ...sic Cradle 14Pin 25Pin female RS 232Ccable DT 787AX Cross cable for Basic Cradle 14Pin 9Pin female RS 232Ccable DT 881RSC Straight cable for Satellite Cradle For modem connection RS 232Ccable DT 882RSC Cross cable for connecting Satellite Cradle 25Pin male to personal computer RS 232Ccable DT 883RSC Cross cable for connecting Satellite Cradle 25Pin to personal computer female RS 232Ccable DT 887AX...

Page 14: ...e 8 Wrist strap hook Hook for installing the wrist strap 9 Laser warning label Class 2 laser warning label 10 Buzzer Outputs operation confirmation tones Take care to avoid blocking the buzzer holes and reducing output sound volume Never insert any thin pointed object into the buzzer holes Doing so can cause malfunction 11 Back up battery compartment Holds memory backup lithium battery 12 Main bat...

Page 15: ...ries or the specified lithium ion battery pack specified for the DT 900 The lithium ion battery pack discharges naturally during the time it takes to get to you from the factory Be sure to charge the battery pack before you use it for the first time Never allow the terminals of the lithium ion battery to become shorted Doing so creates the danger of malfunction Be sure to keep the battery pack in ...

Page 16: ...r If the main battery compartment cover does not open lift up tab a with your fingernail or a thin object 2 Load two new AA LR6 size alkaline batteries into the main battery compartment making sure that they face the directions shown in the figure 3 Attach the battery compartment cover to the Data Collector and slide the main battery compartment cover lock to the LOCK position Removing the Main Ba...

Page 17: ...pack into the main battery compartment in the direction shown in the figure Load the battery while sliding it in with the mark on the lithium ion battery pack aligned with the mark on the Data Collector body 3 Attach the battery compartment cover to the Data Collector and slide the main battery compartment cover lock to the LOCK position Removing the Lithium ion Battery Pack Remove the lithium ion...

Page 18: ...ith the main battery removed or in a low power state data may be lost or may change Data cannot be recovered once it is lost or corrupted Be sure to make back up copies of all important data One way to do this is to use the optional Basic Cradle or Satellite Cradle to transfer data to a computer Important Make sure that the positive and negative ends of the battery are facing the correct direction...

Page 19: ...y compartment with a ballpoint pen or other fine tipped object as shown in the figure on the right Wipe the new lithium battery with a dry cloth and then insert it into the backup battery compartment with the plus side facing up 4 Close the cover and tighten the screws ...

Page 20: ...ter Types Alpha characters numbers symbols Text Effects Bolding highlighting and other effects can be used with alpha characters numbers and symbols Built in Clock The DT 900 has a built in clock so programs can be written to perform operations at certain times Example Display 2002 11 11 Year Month Day 14 25 Hour Minute 12 dot Mode 16 dot Mode 20 dot Mode AN 21 columns x 10 lines 16 columns x 8 li...

Page 21: ... procedure below to attach the wrist strap To attach the wrist strap 1 Pass the thin end of the wrist strap through the metal hand strap mount on the bottom side of the Data Collector 2 Double the strap back through its own loop and pull it tight Important Never swing the Data Collector around by its wrist strap Attaching the Wrist Strap ...

Page 22: ...0 key pad The function of these keys depends on whether the Data Collector is in the character input mode or the number input mode Character input mode Input alpha characters and symbols Number input mode Inputs the numbers 0 to 9 and the decimal point 5 Power key Turns power ON and OFF 6 Enter key Registers input 7 Function keys Keys that can be assigned any function except for the trigger key fu...

Page 23: ...ollector should be able to read a bar code from the maximum distance of 38 centimeters on the forward facing reader port model and about 30 centimeters on the down facing reader port model under the following conditions Ambient Light 500 lux fluorescent PCS 0 9 min Minimum Bar Width 1 2 mm ITF extended version Wavelength 650 nm Maximum output 1 0 mW CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or perfor...

Page 24: ...ode decrease the distance between the Data Collector and the bar code For larger bar codes position the Data Collector so that the bar code fits into the laser beam L Sample Bar Codes Warning Laser Beam Never look directly into the laser beam Doing so can cause serious eye damage ...

Page 25: ... Code Laser Beam Adjustment 3 Press the trigger key to emit the laser beam and align the laser beam with the beam width adjustment bar code Align the laser beam with the fine bars on both sides of the adjustment bar code Example After first making sure that the laser beam is emitted at the correct position hold down the trigger key for at least one second Laser beam adjustment is completed when yo...

Page 26: ...eed not be adjusted Adjustment is necessary only when the laser beam does not switch to the correct position when the beam width is switched Adjustment results are stored in memory Factory settings are returned to if the Data Collector is reset or all built in batteries are removed preventing memory backup If adjustment is not successful an error message is displayed If this happens retry adjustme...

Page 27: ...he infrared ports on the bottom of the units Position the two DT 900 units so they will not accidently move during data communication The orientation of the two units depends on the type of communication you plan to perform Conformed IrDA Version 1 2 0 contact to 20 centimeters or less enables communication Data Communication ...

Page 28: ...9 ITF CODE93 CODE128 MSI Industrial 2 of 5 IATA Maximum Non contact Distance Approx 380 mm max forward facing reader port model DT 900 M51E M61E Approx 300 mm max down facing reader port model DT 900 M50E M60E Input Stroke Keys 26 Infrared Communications Interface Infrared contact less Standard Conforms to IrDA Ver 1 2 Original Control Protocol Half duplex Synchronization Asynchronous Speed 2 400 ...

Page 29: ...1 Backup One CR2032 lithium battery Battery life Approx one month when only the backup battery is supplying backup power Size and Weight Dimensions Forward facing reader port model Approx 56 69 W x 173 D x 21 4 32 5 H mm Down facing reader port model Approx 56 69 W x 179 D x 21 4 41 4 H mm Figures in brackets don t include display and protrusions Weight Forward facing reader port model 198 g Down ...

Page 30: ...ersonal computer You can use optional 6 6 pin Modular Cables DT 788RSC to connect up to 16 Basic Cradles Use the RS 232C cable DT 782RSC DT 783RSC DT 787AX for connecting the Cradle to a personal computer The Basic Cradle can be located on a desk or table top or mounted on a wall When the Basic Cradle is mounted on a wall be sure to use the wall mount unit supplied General Guide AC adaptor Spacers...

Page 31: ...indicator Indicate whether power is ON or OFF and if the Data Collector is mounted Off Power OFF Lit Red Power ON Data Collector not mounted Lit Green Power ON Data Collector mounted 8 Installation covers L R Hold down the charge power supply terminals when the Basic Cradle is used as an installed type 9 Charge Power supply terminal Supplies power to the Data Collector mounted on the Basic Cradle ...

Page 32: ...ata Collector Power is supplied to the Data Collector by the Communication Unit 1 Plug the AC adaptor into an electrical outlet 2 After making sure that the power switch of the Communication Unit is in the OFF position plug the other end of the AC adaptor into the AC terminal at the top of the Communication Unit 3 After making sure that the power of the Communication Unit and personal computer is ...

Page 33: ...n is achieved The data communication indicator flashes green when data communication starts Important High sensitivity communications devices are used for the IrDA communications function Avoid using units or equipment such as a cellular phone emits radio waves during data communication To ensure uninterrupted data communication keep the Basic Cradle away from the equipment at least 30 centimeters...

Page 34: ...he various settings that are available with the DIP switches located on the back of the Basic Cradle Important Other settings not shown here are for special purpose modes and should not be used 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Data Collector Basic Cradle Communication Speed 1 2 3 2 400bps OFF OFF OFF 9 600bps ON OFF OFF 19 200bps OFF ON OFF 38 400bps ON ON OFF 57 600bps OFF OFF ON 115 200bps ON OFF ON Unused Conne...

Page 35: ...S 485 Control Protocol Half duplex Synchronization Asynchronous Speed 2 400 to 115 200 bps Power Supply Method Special AC adaptor Power Requirements AC 230 V DT 9020ADP G AC 120 V DT 9020ADP U Rated Input DC 9 5 V approx 1 000 mA Functions Infrared interface RS 232C interface RS 485 interface Serial Connection Up to 16 units Dimensions and Weight Desktop Approx 110 W x 220 D x 100 H mm Approx 400 ...

Page 36: ... and a personal computer It can also be used as the charger for the lithium ion battery pack Use the RS 232C cable DT 881RSC DT 882RSC DT 883RSC DT 887AX AXA for connecting the Satellite Cradle to a personal computer The Satellite Cradle can be located on a desk or table top or mounted on a wall When the Satellite Cradle is mounted on a wall be sure to use the wall mount unit supplied General Guid...

Page 37: ...tes the charge status of the spare battery pack Off Not charging or a battery pack problem Lit Red Charging charging standing by when the battery in the Data Collector is charging Lit Green Charging complete 9 Charge indicator Indicates the charge status of the lithium ion battery pack in the Data Collector Off Not charging e g lithium ion battery not loaded in Data Collector or a battery pack pro...

Page 38: ... Collector Power is supplied to the Data Collector by the Satellite Cradle 1 Plug the AC adaptor into an electrical outlet 2 After making sure that the power switch of the Satellite Cradle is in the OFF position plug the other end of the AC adaptor into the AC terminal at the top of the Satellite Cradle 3 After making sure that the power of the Satellite Cradle and personal computer is OFF remove ...

Page 39: ...tanding by for the communication with another Data Collector connected to a Satellite Cradle The data communication indicator flashes green when data communication starts Important High sensitivity communications devices are used for the IrDA communications function Avoid using units or equipment such as a cellular phone emits radio waves during data communication To ensure uninterrupted data comm...

Page 40: ...attery Pack Temperature ranges for battery pack use charging and storage are specified below Temperatures outside these ranges create the danger of deterioration of battery pack performance and shortening of its service life as well as fluid leakage and heat generation Operating Temperature 5 C to 50 C Charging Temperature 0 C to 40 C Storage Temperature 20 C to 60 C Important If the charge indica...

Page 41: ...ntion To The Ambient Temperature When Charging The Battery Pack Temperature ranges for battery pack use charging and storage are specified below Temperatures outside these ranges create the danger of deterioration of battery pack performance and shortening of its service life as well as fluid leakage and heat generation Operating Temperature 5 C to 50 C Charging Temperature 0 C to 40 C Storage Tem...

Page 42: ...llite Cradles in a serial configuration This configuration makes it possible to exchange data between multiple Data Collectors and a personal computer Connections Connect C OUT on the Satellite Cradle nearest the host computer to C IN on the next Satellite Cradle that you next want to connect to RS 232C cable To host computer 6 6 pin Modular Cable DT 888RSC ...

Page 43: ...FF 115 200bps ON OFF Connection Type 3 4 5 Host Computer OFF OFF ON No linking Connection OFF Linking Intermediate Unit ON OFF OFF in Linked Chain Terminator Unit ON OFF ON in Linked Chain Satellite Cradle Host Computer Communication speed 6 7 8 2 400bps OFF OFF OFF 4 800bps ON OFF OFF 9 600bps OFF ON OFF 19 200bps ON ON OFF 38 400bps OFF OFF ON 57 600bps ON OFF ON 115 200bps OFF ON ON Communicati...

Page 44: ...hronous Speed 9 600 38 400 115 200bps Charger Charger Type Fixed voltage with current limiter Charge Time Approx 6 hours Power Supply Method Special AC adaptor Power Requirements 230 VAC DT 825ADP G 120 VAC DT 825ADP U Rated Input DC 12 V approx 1 400 mA during charging Functions Infrared interface RS 232C interface RS 422 interface Dimensions and Weight Desktop Approx 110 W x 220 D x 100 H mm App...

Page 45: ... it possible to charge the battery pack on a Data Collector with lithium ion battery pack attached The Charger Unit can be located on a desk or table top or mounted on a wall When the Charger Unit is mounted on a wall be sure to use the wall mount unit supplied General Guide AC adaptor Spacers Wall unit screws Wood screws Accessories Wall units ...

Page 46: ...Collector Off Not charging e g lithium ion battery not loaded in Data Collector or a battery pack problem Lit Red Charging Lit Green Charging complete 6 Power indicator Indicates whether power is ON or OFF and if the Data Collector is mounted Off Power OFF Lit Red Power ON Data Collector not mounted Lit Green Power ON Data Collector mounted 7 Installation covers L R Hold down the charge power supp...

Page 47: ...he Charger Unit to connect to an electrical outlet Be sure to connect the AC adaptor and turn Charger Unit power on before attempting to charge the battery pack of the Data Collector 1 Plug the AC adaptor into an electrical outlet 2 After making sure that the power switch of the Charger Unit is at the OFF position plug the other end of the AC adaptor into the AC terminal at the top of the Charger ...

Page 48: ...deterioration of battery pack performance and shortening of its service life as well as fluid leakage and heat generation Operating Temperature 5 C to 50 C Charging Temperature 0 C to 40 C Storage Temperature 20 C to 60 C Important If the charge indicator does not light during charging remove the battery pack and then re attach it If this does not solve the problem it means that the battery pack i...

Page 49: ...ector Warning Pay Attention To The Ambient Temperature When Charging The Battery Pack Temperature ranges for battery pack use charging and storage are specified below Temperatures outside these ranges create the danger of deterioration of battery pack performance and shortening of its service life as well as fluid leakage and heat generation Operating Temperature 5 C to 50 C Charging Temperature 0...

Page 50: ...rs Power Supply Method Special AC adaptor Power Requirements 230 VAC DT 9020ADP G 120 VAC DT 9020ADP U Rated Input DC 9 5 V approx 1 000 mA Dimensions and Weight Desktop Approx 110 W x 220 D x 100 H mm Approx 420 g Wall Mounted with wall mounting unit attached Approx 110 W x 220 D x 110 H mm Approx 430 g Using the Charger Unit ...

Page 51: ... you locate the Satellite Cradle where there is no danger of it falling The nose guide is needed when you are using the forward facing reader port model To hang the Basic Cradle Satellite Cradle on a wall example Satellite Cradle 1 Attach the wall unit screw When you are using the down facing reader port model remove the nose guide attached to the Data Collector and attach the wall unit screw to A...

Page 52: ... wall units into the holes and then fix them in place by sliding them downwards 4 Remove the two screws one each at the top and bottom that secure the base to the Satellite Cradle 5 Pressing down on the four corners of the Satellite Cradle base unhook the tabs and remove the base from the unit ...

Page 53: ...s are oriented correctly You will not be able to hook the Satellite Cradle onto the screws if the spacers are backwards 8 Re attach the base to the Satellite Cradle orienting it upside down from its original mounting position when you removed it and secure it in place with the two screws 9 Hook the Satellite Cradle onto the wall unit screws in the wall and slide it down to lock in place Important ...