BL 1000 user guide
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Proper scanning position
1. Hold the scanner steady, and aim it at a bar code about four inches away as shown by the figure in "Proper
Scanning Position."
2. Gently press the scan button.
3. Position the scanner so that the red light beam fully crosses the bar code.
4. The scanner will emit a beep when the scan is successful.
Sample Bar code
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Quick Start Up guide
Find below how to quickly verify that your scanner is working correctly, using the BaracodaManager:
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Make sure that your host device (PC or PDA) is bluetooth enabled. If not, please contact your reseller.
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Install the BaracodaManager. (update can be downloaded from http://www.baracoda.com/download.
) Make sure that your Bluetooth software is compatible with BaracodaManager. For instructions, see
the BaracodaManager user guide.
1. Install the Bluetooth adapter in the host device.
The host device is the PC or PDA that will receive the bar codes from the scanner. For installation instructions,
see the documentation provided with the adapter.
2. Download the software from www.baracoda.com/download/
3. Install BaracodaManager. For instructions, see the BaracodaManager User’s guide.
4. Install the batteries in the scanner. Follow the steps outlined in "Installing and Replacing the Batteries."
5. Configure BaracodaManager to connect to the scanner.
a. Start BaracodaManager by selecting Start > Programs > BaracodaManager > BaracodaManager
The application automatically searches for cordless scanners.
b. Put the scanner on discoverable mode by pressing the button.
c. Highlight the scanner in the Devices in Range box, and click Add.
d. The Bluetooth Connection asks for the passkey. While the message displays, click the Bluetooth
Connection icon in the system tray at right side of the task bar.
e. Enter 0000 in the Bluetooth Passkey Request dialog box.
f. Look at the status of the scanner in the BL 1000 application window. When the status changes to
"Connected," the scanner is ready to be used.
6. Verify that the scanner is working correctly. The first time you configure a scanner, BaracodaManager opens
a terminal window. Scan the Sample Bar Code below. If information appears in the terminal window, the
scanner is working correctly. To change the data output mode:
a. Close the Terminal window by clicking Exit.
b. Select the new mode from the Plug-in drop down menu. For more information, see the
BaracodaManager User's Guide.
7. When you have finished your session, click Exit on the application to save your configuration.
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