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Cordless System Operation
Note: This chapter applies only to cordless scanning systems. It does not apply to corded scanners.
How the Cordless Charge Base/Access Point Works
A cordless charge base or an Access Point provide the link between the cordless scanner and the host system. The base/ Access Point contains an interface assembly and an RF communication module. The RF communication module performs the data exchange between the cordless scanner and the interface assembly. The control assembly coordinates the central interface activities including: transmitting/receiving commands and data to/from the host system, performing software activities (parameter menuing, visual indicator support,
The cordless charge base is also a scanner’s battery charger. Refer to Charging Information, page
Linking the Scanner to a Charge Base
Turn off power before connecting a base, then power up the computer once the base is fully connected. When the base is connected and powered up, put the scanner in the base to establish a link. The green LED on the base flashes to indicate the scan- ner’s battery is charging.
If the scanner and base have previously been linked, you do not receive any feedback. If this is the first time that the scanner and base are linked, both devices emit a short chirp when their radios link. At this point, that one scanner is linked to one base.
To determine if your cordless system is set up correctly, scan one of the sample bar codes in the back of this manual. If the scanner provides a single good read beep and the green LED lights, the scanner has successfully linked to the base. If you receive an error tone and the red LED lights, the scanner has not linked to the base. Refer to page
Linking the Scanner to an Access Point
Turn on the computer (laptop/desktop). Plug the interface cable into the Access Point first and then into the appropriate port on the computer. The Page button lights up when the connection to the host is made.
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