Quick Reference Guide
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Using the BC9xx0 Base Station
The BC9xx0 base station, when paired with one or more PowerScan™ PM9500
readers, builds a Cordless Reading System for the collection, decoding and
transmission of bar code data. It can be connected to a Host PC via RS-232,
USB, or KBD Wedge, and is suited for single-cradle layouts.
The BC9x60 models also allow multi cradle layouts through an RS-485 Net-
work. For this network connection refer to the Programming Reference
Guide.The BC91x0 models provide a spare battery charger slot. The BC9x80
models are provided with an Ethernet interface.
The label on the cradle contains LED indicators and a multi-function button.
When the button is pressed for less than 5 seconds, the cradle will transmit a
"broadcast" message." When the broadcast is sent, all properly configured
scanners (Radio RX Timeout set to keep the radio "awake") that are linked to
that base and within radio range coverage will emit a beep and blink within 5
seconds. This functionality is useful to:
•
verify which scanners are linked to a certain base station
•
detect a scanner forgotten somewhere
The LEDs signal the BC9xx0 status, as
shown.
LED
STATUS
Aux
Yellow On = BC9xx0 is powered through an external power supply.
Host
Yellow On = BC9xx0 is powered by the Host.
Reader
Green On = the reader battery is completely charged.
Red On = the reader battery is charging.
Orange Blinking = reader battery fault - replace battery.
Red / Green Alternatively Blinking = charging error - see PRG.
Off = reader not in the cradle or not properly inserted.
Spare
(BC91x0 models only)
Green On = the spare battery is completely charged.
Orange Blinking = spare battery fault - replace spare battery.
Red/Green Alternatively Blinking = charging error - see PRG.
Off = no spare battery in the housing or battery not fully inserted.
Radio
Yellow Blinking = radio activity.
Ethernet
(Ethernet models only)
Green Blinking = Ethernet activity.
