Chapter 2 Keyboard Interface

As a keyboard Interface, the scanner is actually installed between PC (or terminal) and keyboard. See Figure 1 for reference. The scanner sends data to the host device by emulating the keyboard signals input and acts like an extension of the keyboard.

2.1Installation

This scanner can be installed easily by following the installation guide illustrated below. Before you start the installation, locate a “Y” type cable in the package.

Installation procedures:

1)Plug the modular (RJ45) connector of the “Y” cable into the bottom of the scanner until you hear a click sound.

PC or Terminal

SCANNER

Interface Cable ("Y" Cable)

Keyboard

Modular Connector

 

Figure 1. Installed as a Keyboard Interface

2)Turn off your PC or terminal.

3)Unplug the keyboard from the PC or terminal.

4)Plug the keyboard into a connector of the Y cable that mates with it.

5)Plug the remaining connector of the “Y” cable into the keyboard port of your PC or terminal.

6)Power up your PC or terminal you press the switch the beam should be out from the scanner.

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Unitech Hand Held Scanner user manual Keyboard Interface, Installation procedures