1-6
4.
If using rechargeable batteries, make sure that rechargeables are
specified. See the previous page to quickly determine the setting
using the
Status key
.
5. Replace the battery door and turn the reader on using the ON/OFF
switch.
6. Sign ON and resume your application.
Recharging the batteries
1. Be sure you have specified rechargeable batteries in the RF
Terminal's Setup. If you ordered rechargeable batteries with a RF
Terminal, Worth Data makes the change before shipping. See
Battery
in the
RF Setup
.
2. With the RF Terminal shut off, plug the 9V power adapter into the
RF Terminal, (the 5volt power supply used for the Base Station
and the older RF Terminals cannot be inserted).
3. The firmware in the terminal then checks the level of charge in the
batteries to see if they need charging, displaying the following message:
Checking Batteries
Please Wait………..
4. If the batteries are already charged, the message will disappear. If
the batteries need charging, the following message is displayed:
Charging Batteries
Please Wait………..
R/F Terminal Menu Functions
There are four modes of operation for the R/F Terminal:
SIGN ON
Signs R/F Terminal on for two-way communication
with host.
SETUP MODE
Accesses Setup parameters for Terminal and Base.
ONE-WAY
Allows “dumb” data entry to computer. No
prompts from host computer
SITE TESTING
Allows user to test range and evaluate site to
determine best position for Base. Also the acid test
for suspected radio failure.
Upon power-up, the R/F Terminal displays the following opening screen:
R/F TERMINAL 3C1nnnx
TERM ID: 0 R:nn
USA CHANNEL: 0 6/6
HIT ANY KEY
(The opening screen can be bypassed upon power up. See
Chapter 2)
