Product Reference Guide
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Chapter 3
Transferring Files and Data
Overview
When you are finished inputting data by scanning bar codes or collecting data
in a file, transmit (upload) the files from the PT40 to the host PC using
XFER32
.
XFER32
is a data transfer application that is included on the CD that
came with your Falcon PT40. Refer to
The following topics are covered in this section of this manual:
•
Uploading Data to the Host PC starting on page 3-2
•
Using XFER32 starting on page 3-2
.
•
XFER32 Setup starting on page 3-3
•
Sending and Receiving Data with XFER32 starting on page 3-6
•
Downloading Applications with PPGXFER starting on page 3-8
•
Removing Collected Data from Memory starting on page 3-13
XFER32
runs on Microsoft Windows versions ‘98, 2000, Me, NT, and XP.
Utilities are available on the CD that cam e with your PT40 and updates are free
from PSC’s website. Click on the
Support
link at
to download
the most current file transfer program.
You can also download
PDTFER
from PSC’s website if you use a DOS Host PC.
PDTFER
is a DOS file transfer program that runs on a DOS Host PC by issuing
commands on the DOS command line.
PT40 Dock, Serial Cable, and Power Adaptor on page B-1
for detailed
information on how to connect the PT40 to a PC.
Use only the Falcon PT40 Dock or PT40 serial cable for data transfer. The use of
another dock or serial cable could void your warranty. For a list of PT40 accessories
and part numbers, refer to PSC’s Price Book at:
.
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