User Manual Code Reader™ 3600 Code Reader™ 3600 DPM D013597_02_CR3600_User_Manual D013597_02_CR3600_User_Manual Manual Version 02 Release Date: March 2014
Statement of Agency Compliance The Code Reader™ 3600 (CR3600/CR3600 DPM) has been tested for compliance with FCC regulations and was found to be compliant with all applicable FCC Rules and Regulations. IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this device must not be co-located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Code Reader™ 3600 (CR3600 DPM) User Manual Copyright © 2014 Code Corporation. All Rights Reserved. The software described in this manual may only be used in accordance with the terms of its license agreement. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means without written permission from Code Corporation. This includes electronic or mechanical means such as photocopying or recording in information storage and retrieval systems. NO WARRANTY.
Table of Contents 1.0 - Unpacking............................................................................................................................................................... 1 2.0 - Charging Station Assembly Instructions................................................................................................................... 1 3.0 - Battery Installation and Removal.....................................................................................................................
1.0 - Unpacking Remove the CR3600 from its packing and inspect it for damage. If the reader was damaged during shipping, please contact Code. Based on the kit purchased, a combination of the following components will be included with the CR3600 reader: Charging Station with Embedded CodeXML® Modem Weighted Base Plate Charging Station Screws CodeXML® M3 Modem with USB or RS232 cable Battery USB Cable Power Supply Rubber Feet 2.0 - Charging Station Assembly Instructions 1.
3.0 - Battery Installation and Removal Place the battery into the reader as shown below. (Figure 6) Once in place, the battery will snap and lock to indicate proper installation. For battery removal, slide the latch (Figure 7), to unlock and release the battery. Latch Figure 6 Figure 7 4.0 - Charging the CR3600 1. Plug the USB cable into the computer’s USB port (Figure 8) or the power adapter into the wall outlet.
5.0 - Fuel Gauge Battery Status Indicators Check the Battery Life Press the fuel gauge button (Figure 11) to determine remaining battery life. If the battery has less then 10% capacity, the first LED will flash rapidly. For 25% or greater capacity, the LEDs will flash ON for 4 seconds.
.0 - Keypad/Icon Overview Description of Button Function Key Numeric Mode Upper Case Text Mode Lower Case Text Mode Symbol Mode Toggles between numeric characters, upper case text, lower case text, and symbol character input Toggles between numeric characters, upper case text, lower case text, and symbol character input Toggles between numeric characters, upper case text, lower case text, and symbol character input Toggles between numeric characters, upper case text, lower case text, and symbol cha
The chart below shows all of the icons for CodeViewer™ software and their definitions. Icon Description Power Icons 50% to 100% capacity of battery 20% to 50% capacity of battery 0% to 20% capacity of battery – recharge battery as soon as possible Connection Icon Reader is connected wirelessly to a receiving device (computer, handheld, etc.
9.0 - How to View Stored Data 1. Select ‘Options’ from the ‘Ready’ screen by pressing the soft key below the word ‘Options.’ (Figures 15 and 16) 2. Select ‘View storage.’ (Figure 17) 3. First stored data item is displayed. (Figure 18) 4. Use the right and left arrow keys to cycle through the stored data items. (Figure 19) Shortcut: From the Ready screen, simply press the right and left arrow buttons to cycle through the stored data items.
12.0 - How to Manually Enter Data 1. Begin at the ‘Ready’ prompt. (Figure 27) 2. Select ‘Options.’ (Figure 27) 3. Select ‘Enter data.’ (Figure 28) 4. You can enter numbers, text, or symbols. Press the SHIFT key to toggle between entry modes. (Figure 29) Press a key multiple times to cycle through the available letters. Press the 0 key multiple times to cycle through all the available symbols. (Figure 30) 5. When done entering data, press the Enter key to send the data.
14.0 - Communicating in USB Downloader (HID) Mode CR3600 firmware and configuration settings can be managed via USB Downloader (HID) Mode using Code’s CortexTools™. If you are using the CR3600 with a CodeXML® M3 Modem, skip to step 2. For the CR3600 to communicate in wired, USB Downloader (HID) Mode with a Charging Station with embedded CodeXML® modem: 1. Move the Communication Mode Switch to the left (opposite direction of the arrow) on the Charging Station (Figure 16). 2. Open CortexTools™. 3.
Transferring and Deleting Data There are three different codes to transfer and delete data in memory. • Transfer All Data in Memory - This will send all data in memory every time the barcode is scanned. • Transfer Only Unsent Data in Memory - This will send only the data in memory that hasn’t already been sent when the barcode is scanned (only in batch modes). • Delete Scanned Data from Memory - Scanning this barcode will erase all data in the reader’s memory.
18.0 - Establishing a Bluetooth® Connection 1. If establishing a Bluetooth connection using the Charging Station with embedded CodeXML® Modem, slide the Communication Mode Switch on the Charger/Modem Station (Figure 33), to Bluetooth mode (the direction of the arrow). 2. Scan the QuickConnect Code located on the front of the Charging Station with embedded CodeXML® modem or on the external CodeXML® M3 Modem (Figures 34 and 35). 3.
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24.0 - CR3600 DPM DPM (Direct Part Marks such as Dot Peen and Laser-Etched) reading is enabled by default in CR3600 DPM readers. Dot Peen and Laser-Etched Reading Dot Peen and Laser-Etched reading is the default DPM setting. This will also read common 1D/2D printed barcodes. Dot Peen Barcode Reading If reading Dot Peen barcodes only, scan the DPM (Dot Peen Only) On configuration barcode to optimize reading for that barcode type.
25.0 - Pre-Installed Applications The CR3600 ships with three pre-installed applications: Admissions, ID Verification, and Inventory. The three applications will appear during initial boot-up of the reader; and can be accessed at a later time by selecting the ‘Applications’ option and then ‘Run apps’. Select the application by toggling the up and down arrows located above the keyboard. Highlight and press the center ‘enter’ button found between the arrow buttons once an application has been selected.
Sample barcode format for events: 1D barcodes should be 19 characters in length. It is recommended the format be set-up with the below data. 1. First 5 characters will be numbers representing the event ticket number. 2. The last 8 characters will represent the data with the mmddyyyy format. 3. The middle 6 characters will represent the event name. Example: 00001kurban10152013 Tradeshow The following screen will appear when the Tradeshow application is selected.
Sample barcode set-up for tradeshows: Barcode formatting: 1. Badge Number: Must start with A (Attendee) or E (Exhibitor) followed by 5 digit number. 2. First name: First name from the badge number. 3. Last name: Las name from the badge number. 4. Position: Position of the attendee or exhibitor. 5. Company: Company name. 6. City: Main company location. 7. State: Company’s state. 8. Phone: phone number. 9. Email: attendee email address.
When the ‘Check Quantity’, Check Location’, or ‘Last Edit Date’ options are selected, the following screen will appear. Scan the product, the location, quantity, or timestamp, and the last entry for the product will be displayed. If the product does not exist, a message will appear to indicate the product is not in the system. Pressing the ‘Back’ option will revert to the inventory menu and the ‘Another’ option allows the user to scan another product for location, quantity, or timestamp.
26.0 - Reader ID and Firmware Version To find out the Reader ID and firmware version, open a text editor program (i.e., Notepad, Microsoft Word, etc.
27.0 - CR3600 Dimensions CR3621 CR3622 28.
29.0 - CR3600 Maintenance The CR3600 needs only minimum maintenance to operate. The tips below are suggestions for maintenance. Cleaning the CR3600 The CR3600 window should be clean to allow the best performance of the device. The window is the clear plastic piece inside the head of the reader. Avoid touching the window. Your CR3600 uses CMOS technology that is much like a digital camera. A dirty window may stop the CR3600 from reading barcodes.
30.0 - Warranty Code’s CR3600 carries a standard two year limited warranty as described herein. Charging Stations follow the warranty of the reader. The CR3600 battery carries a one year limited warranty. Customers may purchase either a one or two year CodeOne extended warranty plan. Please contact a Code representative for more information. Limited Warranty Code manufactures its hardware products in accordance with industry-standard practices.
