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User’s Guide  
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Document Conventions......................................................................... vi  
Keys and Keystroke Conventions ........................................................... vi  
Radio Frequency Interference....................................................................... vii  
Technical Support ....................................................................................... viii  
Function Keys .......................................................................................12  
Action Keys...........................................................................................12  
The Display Screen.......................................................................................13  
The Virtual Display............................................................................... 13  
Displaying Information about the Portable ...........................................15  
The Beeper...................................................................................................15  
The Auto-Off Feature...................................................................................16  
The PT Dock ............................................................................................... 16  
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Reviewing the Collected Data.......................................................................47  
Serial Configuration ..............................................................................49  
Keyboard Wedge Configuration ............................................................51  
Removing Collected Data from Memory......................................................52  
Using Bar Codes...........................................................................................64  
Guidelines for Creating Programming Bar Codes..................................64  
Using Multiple Bar Codes .....................................................................65  
General Programming Parameters.................................................................66  
Setting the Hour Format, Time, and Date.............................................67  
Serial Parameters...........................................................................................68  
Xmodem Protocol .................................................................................68  
Code 39 and ASCII Equivalents for Serial Characters............................70  
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Installing & Setting up PTFER............................................................. 73  
Changing Settings .................................................................................76  
Setting Command Line Options ...........................................................78  
Using PDTFER............................................................................................80  
Using UPDTFER......................................................................................... 83  
Appendix B: Full Keyboard Support .....................................................................93  
Overview...................................................................................................... 94  
About the PT Dock.................................................................................... 108  
Setting Up the Dock .................................................................................. 108  
Attaching the Dock Adapter to the Portable........................................ 108  
Attaching the PT Dock to a Computer ............................................... 110  
About the Power Adapter .................................................................... 112  
Using the PT Dock .................................................................................... 113  
Recharging the Portable’s Batteries ..................................................... 113  
Maintenance ....................................................................................... 113  
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Alkaline Batteries ........................................................................................116  
Low Battery Indication ...............................................................................121  
NiCd Battery Pack or Alkaline Batteries ..............................................121  
Backup Battery ....................................................................................121  
Bar Code & Magnetic Stripe Reader Connector .........................................124  
Interface Cable Connector..........................................................................125  
PT Dock.....................................................................................................126  
Predefined Defaults....................................................................................128  
Code 39.....................................................................................................128  
Interleaved 2 of 5.......................................................................................130  
Codabar.....................................................................................................132  
Code 93.....................................................................................................134  
UPC-A ......................................................................................................135  
UPC-E.......................................................................................................136  
EAN/JAN..................................................................................................137  
UPC/EAN/JAN Extensions.......................................................................138  
Code 128...................................................................................................138  
Other Controls ..........................................................................................140  
Clock and Calendar ...................................................................................143  
Serial Parameters........................................................................................143  
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Preface:  
About this Guide  
PREFACE CONTENTS  
S tyle Conventions ............................................... viii  
Document Conventions ....................................... viii  
Keys and Keystroke Conventions.......................... viii  
Radio Frequency Interference ..............................ix  
Technical S upport................................................. x  
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Style Conventions  
Document Conventions  
Formatting conventions are used throughout this guide as a method of  
providing consistency for notes, cautions, and warnings.  
Notes Notes appear throughout the manual to provide additional information  
on a topic, including technical details, exceptions to instructions and  
other pertinent information. These notes are identified by the notepad  
symbol and bold italics text.  
Cautions Cautions appear when there is information for the user that is strongly  
recommended. They are identified by the exclamation mark in a triangle  
and bold italics text. This text appears in gold bold italics text if the  
user is viewing the manual in electronic PDF form on their computer.  
Warnings Warnings appear when there is something of extreme importance for  
the user to know prior to proceeding. They are identified by the  
exclamation mark in a triangle and bold italics text. This text appears in  
red bold italics text if the user is viewing the manual in electronic PDF  
form on their computer.  
Keys and Keystroke Conventions  
Portable keys and keystroke conventions are used throughout this  
manual to identify the difference between a key on the portable and  
keystrokes input by the user. Brackets such as: <Scan> indicate a key on  
a portable data terminal. Data or keystrokes entered by the user, and  
filenames or directories are presented in a monospaced typeface.  
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Radio Frequency Interference  
Radio Frequency Interference  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is  
subject to the following two conditions:  
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and  
2. This device must accept any interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired operation.  
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe A est confirme à la norme  
NMB-003 du Canada.  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for  
a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These  
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful  
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses  
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with these instructions, may cause harmful interference to  
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference  
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause  
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by  
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to  
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from  
which the receiver is connected.  
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for  
help.  
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Technical Support  
PSC Website Technical Support  
The most comprehensive source for technical support and information  
for PSC products is the PSC website: www.pscnet.com. The site offers  
product support, product registration, warranty information, answers to  
frequently asked questions (product FAQs), product manuals, product  
tech notes, software updates, patches, demos, and instructions for  
returning products for repair.  
Reseller Technical Support  
Another excellent source for technical assistance and information is an  
authorized PSC reseller. A reseller is directly acquainted with specific  
types of businesses, application software, and computer systems and,  
therefore, is in the best position to provide individualized assistance.  
E-Mail Technical Support  
If the solution to a technical support question is not available through  
the PSC website or a local reseller, contact PSC technical support  
directly via E-mail at Te[email protected].  
Telephone Technical Support  
For those without E-mail access, call toll-free in the USA 1 (800) 547-  
2507 or (541) 683-5700 from outside the United States of America.  
PSC Solutions Group  
For advanced, cost-effective services, contact the PSC Solutions Group  
(PSG) at (888) 583-3008 or (541) 683-5700 from outside the United  
States of America, or [email protected]. You can also visit PSG’s webpage,  
accessible at www.pscnet.com.  
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Introduction &  
Quick Start Guide  
CHAPTER CONTENTS  
Overview ...............................................................2  
Getting S tarted Quickly .........................................4  
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Introduction & Quick Start Guide  
Overview  
programming the PT2000 portable and Top Gun module.  
The manual contains the following sections:  
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Chapter 2, About the PT2000 and Top Gun, provides a complete  
the display screen, and optional accessories. Read this chapter  
before using the portable.  
complete information about operating the portable, connecting it  
to a host computer or terminal, and uploading data to the host.  
Read this chapter before using the portable.  
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Chapter 4, Programming the PT2000 and Top Gun, explains how to  
default settings.  
Chapter 5, Transferring Data With PSC Utilities, provides  
information about software programs to transfer data between the  
workstation, or a Macintosh computer. Read this chapter to  
upload collected data.  
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Appendix A, Programming Parameters, contains ID numbers,  
acceptable settings, and defaults for all programming parameters  
for Top Gun and the PT 2000. Refer to this chapter to change  
settings in the portable.  
Appendix B, Full Keyboard Support, includes tables listing Code 39,  
ASCII, and mnemonic values to use in programming the  
portables. Refer to this chapter when creating bar codes for  
programming the portable.  
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Appendix C, The Top Gun Module, provides information about the  
Top Gun module. Refer to this chapter if the Top Gun module is  
separate from the PT2000 or to change the direction of the laser.  
Appendix D, The PT Dock, explains how to set up and use the  
optional dock for the PT2000 or Top Gun. Refer to this chapter  
before using the dock for the first time or when connecting it to a  
PC.  
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Appendix E, Batteries, provides information about using alkaline  
or nickel-cadmium batteries and about the lithium backup  
battery installed in the portable. Refer to this chapter to replace  
one type of battery with another in the portable.  
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Appendix F, Connector Configurations, identifies pin assignments  
for the connectors on the PT2000. Refer to this chapter to order  
cables or make custom ones.  
Appendix G, Programming Bar Codes, contains bar codes for  
scanning to set selected programming parameters. Use this  
chapter to change settings in the portable.  
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Refer to the Index to find specific topics in this user’s guide.  
About this Guide contains a section on Technical Support, which  
provides information on technical assistance. Refer to this section  
for help or technical assistance.  
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Introduction & Quick Start Guide  
Getting Started Quickly  
The PSC portable comes with an application named PALPRO loaded in  
memory. PALPRO includes three useful data-collection programs for  
using the PT2000 or Top Gun without additional programming.  
Follow the steps below to begin using the portable with PALPRO  
immediately. Page references show where to find more information.  
They are live links in the PDF (on-line portable document format)  
version of this manual.  
1. Fill out and return the registration card enclosed with the unit. If  
there is a Top Gun module, be sure to include both serial numbers  
on the registration card.  
2. To replace the installed alkaline batteries with a nickel-cadmium  
battery pack, refer to Appendix E on page 115.  
3. With a PT2000, attach a bar code scanner or magnetic stripe  
reader by pushing its plug into the jack at the top of the PT2000.  
Be sure the plug is firmly in place.  
4. Turn the portable on by pressing the green I/O button.  
Note: If the portable has been customized, it may operate  
differently. Check with a systems administrator for  
instructions.  
5. Press the ENTER key twice to accept the current date and time, or  
if necessary, change the date and time settings. (Refer to page 19.)  
6. Enter a password. (Refer to page 20.)  
7. Press any function key to display the PALPRO Options menu.  
8. To use the portable as a keyboard wedge, connect it to a PC or  
terminal following the instructions on page 21.  
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9. Then select <F3> from the PALPRO Options menu. (Refer to  
page 23.)  
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<F2> key to display the list of available applications, and  
select the application to use. (Refer to page 26page 29.)  
The PT2000 or Top Gun is now ready to begin collecting data. Enter  
data with the Top Gun module or another bar code scanner, a magnetic  
stripe reader, or the keypad.  
For information about uploading collected data from the portable to a  
PC, refer to “Uploading Data to the Host PC,” starting on page 49.  
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About the PT2000 and  
Top Gun  
Function Keys ....................................................... 12  
Action Keys........................................................... 12  
The Display S creen ............................................ 13  
The Virtual Display............................................... 13  
Displaying Information about the Portable............ 15  
The Beeper......................................................... 15  
The Auto-Off Feature .......................................... 16  
The PT Dock....................................................... 16  
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The PT2000  
The PSC PT2000 is a rugged, handheld, portable data-collection  
terminal that allows bar code scanning technology anywhere.  
The PT2000 accepts input from any of the following devices:  
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The Top Gun module (refer to page 9)  
Wands (visible light and infrared)  
Handheld charge-coupled device (CCD) scanners  
5-volt handheld laser scanners  
ID badge readers  
Magnetic stripe readers (one track)  
The PT2000 automatically recognizes and discriminates among the  
following bar code symbologies:  
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Codabar  
Code 93  
Interleaved 2 of 5  
UPC-A  
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Code 128  
EAN-8  
JAN-8  
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Code 39  
EAN-13  
JAN-13  
UPC/EAN/JAN extensions  
UPC-E  
The PT2000 verifies acceptance of input by sounding a beep. Change  
the beeper’s volume, pitch, and duration to suit the work environment  
or personal preferences.  
The PT2000’s liquid crystal display (LCD) provides easy readability. Its  
keypad provides full alphanumeric input capabilities and includes four  
programmable function keys. The PT2000 features a built-in PC  
interface, for use as a keyboard “wedge” for those applications requiring  
fixed-station scanning.  
The PT2000 comes with the PALPRO application installed. PALPRO  
is made up of three useful programs coexisting in memory:  
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ASSETPRO, for tracking assets at various locations.  
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INVPRO, for inventory control. Customize it to collect item-  
and-quantity information or item-only data.  
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TRACKPRO, for tracking check-in and check-out of articles at  
one or more locations. An optional date-and-time stamp records  
when each item is checked in or out.  
PALPRO is part of the PSC Portable Applications Library (PAL). With  
PAL, the PT2000 can be customized for specific purposes without using  
a programming application. Or use the PSC Program Generator™  
(PPG™) to create additional custom programs for the PT2000.  
Note: Please contact a PSC dealer for more information about  
PAL or PPG.  
Top Gun  
Top Gun is an integrated unit consisting of a laser module mounted on  
a PT2000. The Top Gun module is also available separately as an add-  
on for the PT2000 (refer to Figure 2-1 on page 10). The module attaches  
to the 9-pin connector at the top of the PT2000 and can be adapted for  
right- or left-handed use. The module has two triggers, allowing  
scanning with either the index finger or thumb.  
Use Top Gun to scan bar code labels on flat, curved, or irregular surfaces  
at distances ranging from one inch to two feet. The Top Gun laser  
module operates like other handheld lasers—just aim and press the  
trigger. Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the module indicate laser  
activation and good reads. An audible tone also indicates good reads.  
Collected data is stored in the PT2000.  
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About the PT2000 and Top Gun  
For complete information about the Top Gun module, refer to  
Appendix C on page 99.  
Figure 2-1: The Top Gun Module  
The Keypad  
The keypads on the PT2000 and Top Gun have three types of keys: data  
keys, function keys, and action keys (refer to Figure 2-2 on page 11).  
Each key produces a beep when pressed.  
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The Keypad  
Figure 2-2: The PT2000 and Top Gun keypads  
Function keys  
Action key  
Data keys  
Action keys  
Data Keys  
Use data keys to enter letters, numbers, and several other characters.  
There are 26 of these keys. Each key can be used in two modes: normal  
and alpha. Use the <Alpha> key to switch between the modes (see the  
description of the <Alpha> key below).  
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Function Keys  
There are four function keys, <F1> through <F4>, at the top of the  
keypad. Alpha mode changes these keys to <F5> through <F8>. Actions  
assigned to the function keys are determined by the active program.  
Action Keys  
There are four action keys: <I/O>, <Alpha>, <BKSP>, and <ENTER>.  
Note: If the portable does not power on when the <I/O> key is  
pressed, replace the alkaline batteries or recharge the  
battery pack (refer to Appendix E).  
<I/O>: Press this key to turn the portable on and off. When turned on,  
the portable beeps and returns to its previous location when it last shut  
off. The portable does not beep when the <I/O> key is pressed to turn the  
unit off. The <Alpha> key has no effect on the <I/O> key.  
<Alpha>: Press the <Alpha> key to toggle between normal and alpha  
modes. In normal mode, a press of a key either inserts the nonletter  
character printed on or above the key or performs an action (for  
example, clearing the entry or scrolling through the display). In alpha  
mode, a press of a key inserts the letter printed on it.  
The following example uses two keys to illustrate the difference between  
alpha mode and normal mode:  
Result of Keypress  
Key  
Normal Mode  
Alpha Mode  
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Press the <Alpha> key to enter alpha mode. A caret (^) appears at the  
cursor position in the display screen. The portable remains in alpha  
mode until a function key is pressed, or until the <Alpha> key is pressed  
again.  
<BKSP>: This is the backspace key. Press it to move the cursor one  
place to the left and delete the character there.  
<ENTER>: Press this key to enter the current data string and move to  
the next programming command.  
The Display Screen  
The portable’s display screen can show 4 lines of text with up to 16  
characters on each line. However, the unit can actually hold up to 24  
lines of data with up to 80 characters on a line. Scroll the display to view  
data that doesn’t currently appear.  
The Virtual Display  
The portable’s display screen is like a window to a larger display area,  
called the virtual display (refer to Figure 2-3 on page 14). Data longer  
than 16 characters is placed in the virtual display while entering or  
reading information. Information automatically carries over (or “wraps”)  
to the next line if there are more than 80 characters in a line.  
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Figure 2-3: Virtual display vs. actual display  
F1=NEXT F2=PRE  
REC#11 OF 16  
120850A30NME5274J400967629  
F3=REV F4=EXIT  
Display screen  
(4 lines by 16  
characters)  
F1=NEXT F2=PRE  
REC#12 OF 16  
24 lines  
120850A30NME5274J400984019  
F3=REV F4=EXIT  
F1=NEXT F2=PRE  
REC#13 OF 16  
120850A30NME5274J400942885  
F3=REV F4=EXIT  
80 characters  
Virtual  
display  
When the portable is in normal mode, scroll text through the display  
screen by pressing the <A>, <B>, <C>, and <D> keys on the keypad.  
When using these keys, the text in the virtual display remains in place  
and the display screen changes perspective. The symbol printed above  
each key indicates the direction in which the display screen moves over  
the virtual display that key is pressed.  
Moves the display screen up one line  
Moves the display screen down one line  
Moves the display screen left eight characters  
Moves the display screen right eight characters  
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The Beeper  
The virtual display continues to maintain the latest 24 lines of data once  
all lines of the virtual display are full. The oldest data is “pushed off the  
top” as new data is added at the bottom.  
Displaying Information about the Portable  
Display information about the portable by scrolling the display screen  
past the last character on a current line. Press the <D> key until the  
version number is displayed. The display screen lists the system version  
number and the amount of random-access memory installed (refer to  
Figure 2-4).  
Figure 2-4: Display screen showing version number  
PT2000  
Vers. 4.0 128k  
The Beeper  
The portable provides audible feedback to indicate when a bar code has  
been scanned successfully and to acknowledge when a key is pressed.  
The default setting provides one beep to indicate a good scan or key  
entry. Another beep sequence warns of possible problems. The pitch,  
number, volume, and length of beeps are all programmable.  
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The Auto-Off Feature  
The Auto-Off feature lets the PT2000 or Top Gun conserve power by  
partially shutting down when not in use. Pressing the <I/O> key returns  
the portable to full power. Set the time between the last activity in the  
portable and Auto-Off from 1through 99minutes. The default is 10  
minutes. A setting of 00disables Auto-Off.  
The PT Dock  
The PSC PT Dock™ (refer to Figure D-1 on page 109) is specially  
designed for use with the PT2000 and Top Gun. The dock provides a  
connection between the PT2000 or Top Gun and the PC without  
sacrificing the convenience of portability. To transmit data to or from  
the portable, place the unit in the dock. To use the PT2000 or Top Gun  
for data collection again, remove it from the dock. Or, use the PT Dock  
to recharge the portable’s rechargeable NiCd battery pack and backup  
lithium battery.  
For more information about the PT Dock, refer to Appendix D, The PT  
Dock.  
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Using the PT2000 and Top  
Gun with PALPRO  
Use the PT2000 or Top Gun as a keyboard wedge to enter data directly into an application  
one item at a time. When away from the PC, it is possible to collect all the data records and  
upload them to the host PC later. The number of data records that can be collected before  
uploading them depends on how much random-access memory (RAM) the portable has.  
TIMESTMP ......................................................... 44  
Reviewing the Collected Data ............................. 47  
Uploading Data to the Host PC........................... 49  
Serial Configuration .............................................. 49  
Keyboard Wedge Configuration ............................ 51  
Removing Collected Data from Memory............. 52  
Turning Off the Portable ...................................... 53  
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Using the PT2000 and Top Gun with PALPRO  
Getting Started  
Unless it has been customized, the PT2000 or Top Gun has three  
alkaline batteries installed and is programmed for simple data collection.  
To begin using the portable, attach the input device (PT2000 only; refer  
to Attaching an Input Device to the PT2000, below) and turn it on.  
Note: This chapter describes how to use the portable with its  
original PSC programming (PALPRO). If the portable has  
been customized, it may operate differently. Check with a  
systems administrator for revised operating instructions.  
Attaching an Input Device to the PT2000  
The PT2000 can be used with most industry-standard input devices  
equipped with a 9-pin squeeze connector.  
Bar Code Attach a bar code scanner by pushing its connector into the connector at  
the top of the PT2000. Be sure the scanner connector is firmly in place.  
Refer to the input device’s operating manual for instructions on its use.  
Scanner  
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Magnetic To attach a compatible magnetic stripe reader (MSR) complete the  
following steps:  
Stripe Reader  
1. Remove the black plastic welp clip from the connector on the top  
of the PT2000 (refer to Figure 3-1).  
2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, remove the two screws securing the  
clip, and pull the clip off the connector.  
3. Push the MSR’s connector into the PT2000’s connector.  
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Be sure the MSR connector is firmly in place.  
1.Only the following MSRs can be used for this purpose:  
00-000-2A (Track 1), 00-000-2B (Track 2) or 00-000-23 (Track 3).  
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Figure 3-1: The input connector on the PT2000  
Welp clip  
Turning On the Portable  
Turn the PT2000 or Top Gun on by pressing the green <I/O> button.  
The display screen returns to the view displayed when it was turned off.  
Setting the Time and Date  
Figure 3-2: The Time and Date Display  
Current Date:  
02/01/02  
Enter New Date:  
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When turning the portable on for the first time, the display screen  
shows the date currently loaded in memory. If the displayed date is  
correct, press the <ENTER> key. If the date is wrong, enter the correct  
date. Use two digits each for the month, for the day, and for the year  
(e.g., 020101). Press <ENTER> for the program to automatically format  
the entry (e.g., 2/01/01).  
Figure 3-3: The Current Time Display  
Current Time:  
09:17:32  
Enter New Time:  
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The next display screen shows the time currently loaded in the portable’s  
memory. If the displayed time is correct, press the <ENTER> key. If the  
time is wrong, enter the correct time. Use two digits each for the hour,  
for the minute, and for the seconds (e.g., 133000). If the portable’s  
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system clock is set for 12-hour format, type Afor A.M. or Pfor P.M. after  
the number (e.g., 013000P). Press <ENTER> when finished.  
Note: It is possible to return to the date and time prompts from  
other display screens and menus (such as the password  
prompt screen shown below). Or, change the date and time  
formats (refer to page 69).  
Setting a Password  
Figure 3-4: The Password Display  
ENTER CURRENT  
OR NEW PASSWORD  
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F-KEY=SET TIME  
Password security allows a manager or supervisor to customize a portable  
and then hand it off to a worker. A password can contain up to 128  
characters and can use any characters available on the portable. Without  
the password, the worker cannot switch applications or make changes to  
an application’s title or prompts. The password prompt screen appears  
after entering the date and time from a reset.  
Note: If a password is lost or forgotten, reset the portable and start  
over with a new password.  
Figure 3-5: PALPRO Options Menu  
PSC PALPRO  
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08:18:04  
03/01/98  
F-KEY=CONTINUE  
After the password is entered, the text in Figure 3-5 is displayed. Press a  
function key (any of the blue keys at the top of the keypad), for the  
display to change to the PALPRO Options menu. The portable is now  
ready to collect data.  
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When finished setting up the PT2000 or Top Gun (refer to the previous  
section), the PALPRO Options menu appears on the display screen. Use  
the menu to choose a PALPRO application or use the portable as a  
keyboard wedge.  
Using the Portable as a Keyboard Wedge  
With the PT2000 or Top Gun attached to the PC or IBM 3151  
terminal as a keyboard wedge, use a bar code label or magnetic stripe to  
enter data directly into the application. Data can also be entered by  
using the keypad on the portable.  
1
Installing the Two PSC cables are required to install the portable as a keyboard  
wedge.  
Keyboard  
Wedge  
To connect the PT2000 or Top Gun as a keyboard wedge, complete the  
following steps:  
1. Plug the 15-pin connector into the cable connector on the  
bottom of the portable.  
Figure 3-6: Keyboard wedge installation for PCs  
1.For a listing of PT2000 cable numbers, consult the PSC Price Book at:  
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2. Attach the other end to the 25-pin connector of the keyboard  
wedge cable (refer to Figure 3-6 on page 21).  
3. PC: Attach the small male plug of the PSC cable to the keyboard  
jack on the PC (refer to Figure 3-6).  
Terminal: Insert the keyboard cable plug into the modular jack  
on the PSC cable connector.  
4. PC: Attach the keyboard cable to the small female jack on the  
PSC cable (refer to Figure 3-6).  
Terminal: Insert the modular plug of the PSC cable into the  
keyboard input jack on the terminal.  
5. Scan the appropriate bar code below:  
AT or PS/2 models  
30-286, 50, 50Z, 60,  
70, 80, 90, 95 (U.S.  
*$+$-D2C011EE*  
keyboard)  
IBM 3151 terminal  
*$+$-D2C015EE*  
Using the To use the PT2000 or Top Gun as a keyboard wedge, complete the  
setup and installation procedures described earlier in this chapter. Then  
complete the following steps:  
Keyboard  
Wedge  
1. From the PALPRO Options menu, select <F3>.  
Figure 3-7: The PALPRO Options Menu  
PALPRO OPTIONS  
F2=SELECT PROG  
F3=WEDGE  
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F4=PASSWORD  
2. Open the application and place the cursor at the location where  
the data is to be entered.  
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3. Use a bar code scanner (the Top Gun module or another device  
attached to the PT2000), a magnetic stripe reader, or the keypad  
to enter data.  
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When scanning a bar code or running a magnetic stripe card  
through the reader, the data is entered at the cursor position  
in the application.  
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When using the keypad to enter the data, the data is  
displayed in the second line of the PT2000 display screen.  
Press the <ENTER> key, to send the data to the PC.  
4. When finished collecting data, press the <F5> key  
(<Alpha>+<F1>) to exit.  
Figure 3-8: The PT2000 Wedge Menu  
* PT2000 WEDGE *  
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F5=EXIT  
Using PALPRO  
PALPRO combines three Portable Applications Library applications into  
a single, convenient program (refer to page 8). With PALPRO installed  
on the PSC portable, it is possible to switch from one application to  
another without having to install each application.  
Selecting a Complete the following steps to select a PALPRO application:  
PALPRO  
Application  
1. With the PALPRO Options menu displayed, press the <F2> key.  
Figure 3-9: The PALPRO Options Menu  
PALPRO OPTIONS  
F2=SELECT PROG  
F3=WEDGE  
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F4=PASSWORD  
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2. Press <F1> to use ASSETPRO, <F2> to use INVPRO, or <F3> to use  
TRACKPRO.  
Figure 3-10: Selecting a PALPRO application  
F1=ASSET MGMT  
F2=INV MGMT  
F3=ITEM TRACKING  
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F4=EXIT  
Note: If INVPRO is selected, the next screen asks the user to select  
one or two prompts (refer to page 29 for information). Make  
a selection before going on to the next step.  
3. To change the application’s title or prompts, select <F3>.  
Otherwise, select <F4>.  
Figure 3-11: Changing Prompts Menu  
CHANGE PROMPTS?  
F3=YES  
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F4=NO  
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When finished changing prompts (or if <F4> was selected in  
step 3), the selected application’s menu appears on the  
portable’s display screen.  
For information about using the individual applications, refer  
to page 27page 29.  
Note: For information about changing titles and prompts, refer to  
Changing Program Titles and Prompts, below.  
Note: If TRACKPRO was selected, the user is given the option of  
adding a date/time stamp before getting to the application  
menu. (Refer to page 33.)  
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Changing PALPRO allows the user to change the title that appears on the menu for  
each application, or change the prompts for each application. Change  
titles or prompts after selecting an application. To use the application’s  
current title and prompts, select <F4> at the prompt shown at the left.  
To change the title or prompts, complete the following steps:  
Program  
Titles and  
Prompts  
1. Press the <F3> key at the prompt.  
Figure 3-12: Changing Prompts Menu  
CHANGE PROMPTS?  
F3=YES  
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F4=NO  
2. Enter a name for the application (for example, FIXEDASSETS)  
followed by the <ENTER> key. The entered name appears at the  
top of the application menu for the current application.  
Figure 3-13: Changing the Title  
ENTER APPL TITLE  
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FIXED ASSETS  
3. Enter the text for the first prompt (for example, BUILDING ID)  
followed by the <ENTER> key.  
Figure 3-14: Entering the First Prompt  
ENTER PROMPT 1  
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BUILDING ID  
4. Enter the text for the second prompt (for example, ASSET NO.)  
followed by the <ENTER> key.  
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Figure 3-15: Entering the Second Prompt  
ENTER PROMPT 2  
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ASSET NO.  
Switching to To switch from one PALPRO application to another, complete the  
following steps:  
Another  
PALPRO  
Application  
1. Select <F5> from the current application’s menu to exit the  
application.  
Note: Enter <F5> on the keypad by pressing the <Alpha> key and  
then the <F1> key.  
Figure 3-16: Application Menu  
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ASSET MGMT  
F2=COLLECT  
F3=FILE OPTIONS  
F5=EXIT  
2. At the prompt, enter the current password, or press any function  
key (the blue keys at the top of the keypad) to return to the menu  
for the current application.  
Figure 3-17: Password Prompt  
ENTER PASSWORD  
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F-KEY=EXIT  
3. When the correct password is entered, the original PALPRO  
screen appears.  
4. Press any function key to display the PALPRO Options menu.  
5. Follow the steps under Selecting a PALPRO Application on page 23.  
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Using Use ASSETPRO to track assets (furniture, phones, computers, electronic  
equipment, etc.) at various locations (example: departments, rooms,  
floors, buildings, etc.). With ASSETPRO, enter an identification code  
for a location, collect all the asset IDs at the location, and then enter an  
identification code for a different location.  
ASSETPRO  
To use ASSETPRO, complete the following steps:  
1. From the ASSETPRO application menu, select <F2>.  
Figure 3-18: ASSETPRO Application Menu  
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ASSET MGMT  
F2=COLLECT  
F3=FILE OPTIONS  
F4=EXIT  
2. The first prompt appears on the screen. Enter the identification  
code for the location (example, WH3E).  
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Scan a bar code for the location or use the keypad to enter the  
location ID.  
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When using a scanner, the code is entered automatically;  
when using a keypad, press the <ENTER> key.  
Figure 3-19: The Location ID Prompt  
LOCATION ID  
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F3=REV F4=EXIT  
3. The second prompt now appears on the first line of the screen,  
and the location ID appears on the third line.  
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Scan the bar code identifying an asset, or use the keypad to  
enter the asset’s ID number or description (for example,  
004322).  
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Figure 3-20: The Item ID Prompt  
ITEM ID  
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WH3E  
F3=REV F4=EXIT  
4. The location ID and item ID appear together on the third line of  
the screen, separated by a comma, and the second prompt remains  
on the screen.  
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The portable is ready to accept another ID for an asset at the  
current location.  
Figure 3-21: The Next Item ID Prompt  
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WH3E,004322  
F3=REV F4=EXIT  
5. When finished collecting asset IDs for the location, press the <F4>  
key to return to the first prompt.  
6. Repeat steps 2-5 until IDs for each asset at every location is  
collected.  
7. Press the <F4> key to return to the first prompt.  
8. Press the <F4> key to return to the application menu.  
The portable stores the collected data in a single ASCII text file. When  
uploading the file to the PC, the data appears as a list. Each line in the  
list contains two fields separated by a comma. The first field is the  
location, and the second field is the equipment identification number.  
The example in Figure 3-22 is part of a data file uploaded from a  
portable that used ASSETPRO to collect data.  
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Figure 3-22: Collected Data in ASCII text file  
BLDG1,000295  
BLDG1,001862  
BLDG1,000945  
BLDG1,001008  
BLDG1,000036  
BLDG1,000490  
BLDG2,000288  
BLDG2,002596  
Using Use this application to track inventory. INVPRO provides a choice of one  
prompt or two. Use one prompt to scan or enter an ID number or  
description for each item. Use two prompts to scan or enter an item ID  
and the quantity of that item.  
INVPRO  
To use INVPRO, complete the following steps:  
1. At the first screen that appears, press the <F4> key to use the  
application with only one prompt.  
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Use the <F3> key for two prompts.  
Figure 3-23: Selecting the Number of Prompts  
USE 2 PROMPTS?  
F3=YES  
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F4=NO  
2. Press the <F3> key to change the title or prompts that appear on  
the application’s display screens. (Refer to page 25 for instructions  
on changing the prompts.)  
Figure 3-24: Changing Prompts  
CHANGE PROMPTS?  
F3=YES  
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F4=NO  
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To use the current title and prompts, press the <F4> key.  
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3. The application menu appears next on the display screen.  
4. Continue with the instructions for Using One Prompt, below, or  
Using Two Prompts on page 31, depending on the selection made  
in step 1.  
Using One Prompt  
1. Select <F2> from the application menu.  
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A prompt appears on the screen.  
2. Scan the bar code for an inventory item, or use the keypad to  
enter the item’s ID number or description.  
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Using a scanner, the code is entered automatically; with a  
keypad, press the <ENTER> key.  
3. The item ID number appears on the third line of the screen. The  
portable is ready to accept another item ID.  
Figure 3-25: The Item ID Display  
ITEM ID  
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40-000-00  
F3=REV F4=EXIT  
4. Repeat step 1 until all IDs for all items are collected.  
5. Press the <F2> key to return to the application menu.  
The portable stores the collected data in a single ASCII text file. When  
uploading the file to the PC, the data appears as a list. Each line in the  
list contains the ID for a single item. The example in Figure 3-26 is part  
of a data file uploaded from a portable that used INVPRO with one  
prompt to collect data.  
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Figure 3-26: Collected Data in ASCII text file  
40-000-00  
40-002-00  
40-006-00  
40-010-00  
00-000-17  
00-000-19  
00-000-02  
00-000-11  
Using Two Prompts  
1. Select <F2> from the application menu. The first prompt appears  
on the screen.  
Figure 3-27: The Item ID Display  
ITEM ID  
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F3=REV F4=EXIT  
2. Scan the bar code for an inventory item, or use the keypad to  
enter the item’s ID number or description.  
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Using a scanner, the code is entered automatically; with a  
keypad, press the <ENTER> key.  
Figure 3-28: Enter the Number of Units of Item in Inventory  
QUANTITY  
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40-000-00  
F3=REV F4=EXIT  
3. The second prompt now appears on the first line of the screen,  
and the item ID appears on the third line.  
4. Enter the number of individual units of the item in inventory.  
5. The item number and quantity appear together on the third line  
of the screen, separated by a comma, and the first prompt  
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reappears on the screen. The portable is ready to accept another  
item ID  
Figure 3-29: Input Another Item ID  
ITEM ID  
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40-000-00,25  
F3=REV F4=EXIT  
6. When finished collecting inventory data, press the <F4> key to  
return to the application menu.  
The portable stores the collected data in a single ASCII text file. When  
uploading the file to the PC, the data appears as a list. Each line in the  
list contains two fields separated by a comma. The first field is the item  
ID, and the second field is the number of units of that item. Figure 3-30  
shows part of a data file uploaded from a portable that used INVPRO  
with two prompts to collect data.  
Figure 3-30: Collected Data in ASCII text file  
40-000-00,25  
40-006-00,12  
00-000-19,56  
00-000-02,30  
40-002-00,47  
00-000-17,16  
40-010-00,4  
00-000-11,85  
Using Use this application to record check-in and check-out of articles  
(supplies, books, files, tools, equipment, etc.) at one or more locations.  
TRACKPRO uses two prompts, one for location and one for item,  
looping at the second prompt until the user exits to record a new  
location ID An optional date/time stamp records exactly when each item  
is taken or returned.  
TRACKPRO  
To use TRACKPRO, complete the following steps:  
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1. At the first screen, press the <F3> key to change the title or  
prompts that appears on the application’s display screens. (Refer  
to page 25 for information on changing the prompts.)  
Figure 3-31: The Change Prompts Display  
CHANGE PROMPTS?  
F3=YES  
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F4=NO  
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To use the current title and prompts, press the <F4> key.  
2. At the next prompt, select <F3> to use the date/time stamp.  
Figure 3-32: The Add Date/Time Stamp Display  
ADD DATE/TIME  
STAMP?  
F3=YES  
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F4=NO  
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Otherwise, select <F4>.  
Figure 3-33: The Item Tracking Display  
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ITEM TRACKING  
F2=COLLECT  
F3=FILE OPTIONS  
F5=EXIT  
3. From the application menu, select <F2>.  
Figure 3-34: The QUANTITY Display  
F1=CHECK IN  
F2=CHECK OUT  
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F4=EXIT  
4. Press the <F1> key to record an item being checked in.  
Press <F2> to record an item being checked out.  
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5. Enter the identification code for the location (for example,  
MAIN).  
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6. Scan a bar code for the location or use the keypad to enter the ID  
code.  
Figure 3-35: The Location ID Code Display  
LOCATION ID  
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IN :  
F3=REV F4=EXIT  
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With a scanner, the code is entered automatically; with a  
keypad, press the <ENTER> key.  
7. The ITEM ID prompt appears on the first line of the screen, and  
the location ID appears on the third line.  
8. Scan the bar code for the item, or use the keypad to enter the  
item’s ID number or description (for example, P203).  
Figure 3-36: The ITEM IDDisplay  
ITEM ID  
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IN :MAIN  
F3=REV F4=EXIT  
9. The location ID and item ID appear on the third line of the  
screen, separated by a comma. The ITEM ID prompt remains on  
the screen, and the portable is ready to accept another ID for an  
item at the current location.  
Figure 3-37: The Next ITEM ID Display  
ITEM ID  
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IN :MAIN,P203  
F3=REV F4=EXIT  
Note: If the application is set up to add a date/time stamp, the  
date and time that the item was checked out will follow the  
item ID on the third line. (Scroll the display to see the entire  
line.)  
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10. When finished collecting asset IDs for the location, press the <F4>  
key to return to the LOCATION ID prompt.  
11. Repeat steps 5 through 10 until all the IDs for the assets at every  
location are collected.  
12. Press the <F4> key again to return to the menu shown at step 4.  
13. To change from check-in to check-out (or vice versa), repeat  
step 4.  
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Otherwise, press the <F4> key to return to the application  
menu.  
The portable stores check-in data in one ASCII text file and check-out  
data in another file. When uploading one of the files to the PC, the data  
appears as a list. Each line in the list contains two fields separated by a  
comma. The first field is the LOCATION ID, and the second field is the  
ITEM ID When using the date/time stamp, each line also includes the  
check-in or check-out date and time. The list shown in Figure 3-38 is  
part of a check-out file uploaded from a portable that used TRACKPRO  
with the date/time stamp.  
Figure 3-38: Collected Data in ASCII text file  
MAIN,P203,03/01/98,10:27:18  
MAIN,814223-001,03/01/98,10:27:45  
MAIN,00-929-00,03/01/98,11:04:51  
MAIN,P0009222,03/01/98,11:22:02  
WHS,00-680-00,03/01/98,11:40:53  
WHS,004322,03/01/98,11:40:57  
WHS,16-000-00,03/01/98,11:41:11  
WHS,A0039242,03/01/98,11:41:15  
DESCRIPT  
DESCRIPT (The Description Application) is another useful program for  
tracking inventory. You can use the application with item and  
description files that you create and load in advance. You can also add  
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to files or create them from scratch in the portable as you collect  
inventory data.  
When you enter an item ID into the portable, the application checks the  
loaded item file for that entry. If the ID matches one in the file, the  
portable displays a description of the item (which it gets from the loaded  
description file) and prompts you for the number of individual units of  
the item. If the ID does not match one in the item file, the application  
allows you to add the ID and a description to the database.  
The item and description files are simple ASCII text files consisting of  
singles lines of data. The lines in the two files correspond to each other;  
that is, the first line in the description file is the description of the item  
in the first line of the item file, the second line in the description file is  
the description of the item in the second line of the item file, and so on.  
Examples of the two types of files are shown below. The item file is on  
the left, and the description file is on the right.  
00-629-02  
00-667-00  
00-670-00  
00-675-00  
00-680-00  
00-690-00  
00-693-00  
1-697-0  
PT DOCK MANUAL  
PT2000 MANUAL  
S10+ MANUAL  
S20+ MANUAL  
EASYWAND MANUAL  
BC BASICS MANUAL  
TOPGUN MANUAL  
EASYKEY+ MANUAL  
Note: The two files must have exactly the same number of lines,  
even if some of the lines are blank.  
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Loading Item and Description Files into the Portable  
Note: For information about connecting a portable to your  
computer, see the user's guide for the portable. For  
information about PTFER and PDTFER file-transfer  
programs, see pages 73-80.  
1. At the screen displaying the program name, press any function  
key.  
Figure 3-39: DESCRIPT Prompt  
DESCRIPT  
08:17:32  
05/01/02  
F-KEY=CONTINUE  
2. At the next screen, press the <F1> key to display the application  
menu.  
Figure 3-40: Selecting DESCRIPT  
F1=DESCRIPT  
F2=WEDGE  
F4=EXIT  
Note: For information about using the portable as a wedge, see  
“Using the Portable as a Keyboard Wedge” on page 21.  
3. From the application menu, select <F2>.  
Figure 3-41: DESCRIPT Application Menu  
F1=COLLECT  
F2=RECEIVE LISTS  
F3=FILE OPTIONS  
F4=EXIT  
4. If item and description lists are already loaded in the portable, the  
screen shown at the right will be displayed. To replace a list, select  
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<F2> and go to step 5. To add new items to an existing list, select  
<F3> and go to step 8.  
Figure 3-42: FILE NOT EMPTY Prompt  
FILE NOT EMPTY  
F2=ERASE  
F3=APPEND  
F4=EXIT  
5. To erase the item and description lists that are currently loaded in  
the portable, select <F2>. The second line of the display screen  
will become blank, and the lists will be removed from the  
portable's memory.  
Figure 3-43: ERASE Option  
ERASE  
F2=PICKLIST  
F3=COLLECT  
F4=EXIT  
6. Press the <F4> key to return to the application menu, and select  
<F2>.  
7. From the Receive Lists menu, select <F2> to download the item  
list or <F3> to download the description list.  
Figure 3-44: RECEIVE LISTS Menu  
RECEIVE LISTS  
F2=RECEIVE ITEM  
F3=RECEIVE DESC  
F4=EXIT  
8. The next screen will prompt you to connect the portable to the  
computer. When you are sure the portable is connected properly,  
run the appropriate transfer program to download the list. (Use  
PTFER in Windows or PDTFER in DOS). Then select <F3> on  
the portable to transfer the file.  
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Figure 3-45: CONNECT TO PORTABLE Prompt  
CONNECT FOR REC  
ITEM LIST  
F3=CONTINUE  
F4=EXIT  
9. When the transfer is completed, the portable's screen will report  
on the number of records in the list in memory. Press the <F4>  
key to return to the Receive Lists menu.  
Figure 3-46: Results Report  
RESULTS  
RECORDS=16  
F4=CONTINUE  
10. To load another file, repeat steps 7 through 9. When both files  
are loaded, press the <F4> key to return to the application menu.  
Using  
DESCRIPT  
Note: To set a new date or time, see page 19.  
1. At the screen displaying the program name, press any function  
key.  
Figure 3-47: DESCRIPT Prompt  
DESCRIPT  
08:17:32  
05/01/02  
F-KEY=CONTINUE  
2. At the next screen, press the <F1> key to display the application  
menu.  
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Figure 3-48: Selecting DESCRIPT  
F1=DESCRIPT  
F2=WEDGE  
F4=EXIT  
Note: For information about using the portable as a wedge, see the  
user's guide for the portable.  
3. From the application menu, select <F1>.  
Figure 3-49: DESCRIPT Application Menu  
F1=COLLECT  
F2=RECEIVE LISTS  
F3=FILE OPTIONS  
F4=EXIT  
4. The screen prompts you for an item identification. Scan the bar  
code for an item, or use the keypad to enter the item's ID number  
or description (for example, 00-693-00). (If you use a scanner,  
the code is entered automatically; if you use the keypad, you must  
press the <ENTER> key).  
Figure 3-50: ITEM ID Prompt  
ITEM ID  
00-693-00  
F3=REV F4=EXIT  
5. If the item ID matches an ID in the next item file, the portable  
displays the text from the corresponding line in the description  
file and prompts you for the number of units of the item.  
If there is no match for an item ID, the portable prompts you to  
reenter the item ID or add it to the item list. To add an item to  
the list, press the <F3> key.  
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Figure 3-51: ITEM ID Match  
QUANTITY  
BCBASICS MANUAL  
F3=REV F4=EXIT  
The application adds the item ID to the item list and prompts  
you for a description of the item. Use the keypad to enter a  
description (for example, POCKET READER MANUAL). The  
application will add the description to the description file and  
prompt you for the number of units of the item.  
Figure 3-52: Entering Item Description  
ENTER DESCRIPT  
6. When you enter a number (for example, 50), the portable returns  
to the first prompt, ready to accept another item ID  
7. When you are done collecting inventory data, press the <F4> key  
to return to the application menu.  
The portable stores the collected data in a single ASCII text file.  
When you upload the file to your computer, the data will appear  
as a list. Each line in the list will contain two fields separated by a  
comma. The first field is the item ID, and the second field is the  
number of units of that item. (The item descriptions are not  
included in the file). The list below is part of a data file uploaded  
from a portable that used DESCRIPT to collect data.  
00-680-00, 46  
00-667-00, 244  
00-697-00, 90  
00-693-00, 135  
00-675-00, 19  
00-629-02, 72  
00-670-00, 159  
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INVMODEM  
INVMODEM (Inventory Application with Modem Option ) works  
exactly like INVPRO. However, an additional feature lets you send the  
collected data to a computer over a modem.  
To use this application, you should have experience with modem  
communications. You should know how to set up the modem for your  
system and how to use the communications software that runs it. If you  
are connecting to a bulletin board system, you should know how to log  
into the system.  
Note: For information about using the application, see page 29.  
Using the  
Modem  
Feature  
Note: The modem should be set up for transmission at either 2400  
or 9600 baud with no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no  
date compression. INVMODEM uses Xmodem protocol for file  
transmissions.  
1. From the application menu, select <F3> for file options.  
Figure 3-53: INVMODEM Application Menu  
INV W/MODEM  
F2=COLLECT  
F3=FILE OPTIONS  
F4=EXIT  
2. From the File Options menu, select <F2>.  
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Figure 3-54: Select SEND FILE  
*FILE OPTIONS*  
F2=SEND FILE  
F3=ERASE FILE  
F4=EXIT  
3. Use a cable supplied by your PSC dealer to connect the portable  
to your modem, and select <F3> from the send file menu.  
Figure 3-55: Select MODEM  
*SEND FILE*  
F2=SERIAL  
F3=MODEM  
F4=EXIT  
4. Select <F2> to transmit the file at 2400 baud or <F3> to transmit  
it at 9600 baud.  
Figure 3-56: Select BAUD RATE  
SELECT BAUD RATE  
F2=2400,N,8,1  
F3=9600,N,8,1  
F4=EXIT  
5. Enter the telephone number to dial. Be sure to use the format  
that your modem requires. (For example, you may need to use  
"9," as a prefix for the number). When you press the <ENTER>  
key on the keypad, the application connects to the modem and  
calls the number.  
Figure 3-57: Entering the telephone number  
NUMBER TO DIAL  
F4=EXIT  
6. When the modem connects to the remote computer, two-way  
communications between the portable and the computer is  
established. Use the portable to enter the commands you need to  
prepare the computer to receive a file.  
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7. When the computer is ready, press the <F3> key on the portable  
to begin the file transmission.  
Figure 3-58: Begin File Transmission  
F3=UPLD F4=EXIT  
8. When the transmission is completed, the application displays a  
message. Select <F4> to return to the previous screen.  
Figure 3-59: Return to Previous Screen  
UPLOAD COMPLETE  
F4=EXIT  
9. Select <F4> to hang up the modem and return to the application  
menu.  
TIMESTMP  
TIMESTMP (The Time-Stamp Application) is a simple item-tracking  
program that records the date and time that each item is entered into the  
portable.  
Using 1. At the screen displaying the program name, press any function  
key.  
TIMESTMP  
Figure 3-60: TIMESTMP Application Menu  
TIMESTMP  
08:17:32  
05/01/02  
F-KEY=CONTINUE  
2. At the next screen, press the <F1> key to display the application  
menu.  
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Figure 3-61: TIMESTMP Menu  
F1=TIME STAMP  
F2=WEDGE  
F3=SET TIME  
F4=EXIT  
Note: For information about using the portable as a wedge, see  
“Using the Portable as a Keyboard Wedge” on page 21.  
3. From the application menu, select <F2>.  
Figure 3-62: Select COLLECT  
TIME STAMP  
F2=COLLECT  
F3=FILE OPTIONS  
F4=EXIT  
4. Scan the bar code for an item, or use the keypad to enter the  
item's ID number or description (for example, 00-693-00). (If  
you use a scanner, the code is entered automatically; if you use the  
keypad, you must press the <ENTER> key).  
Figure 3-63: Enter the ITEM ID  
ITEM ID  
00-693-00  
F3=REV F4=EXIT  
The item ID appears on the third line of the screen, followed by  
the date and time, and the portable is ready to accept another  
item ID  
Figure 3-64: Enter Additional ITEM IDs  
ITEM ID  
00-693-00,05/01/  
F3=REV F4=EXIT  
5. Repeat step 4 until you have collected IDs for all items. Then  
press the <F4> key to return to the application menu.  
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The portable stores the collected data in a single ASCII text file.  
When you upload the file to your computer, the data will appear  
as a list. Each line in the list will contain the ID for a single item,  
followed by the date and time that the item ID was entered in the  
portable. The list below is part of a data file uploaded from a  
portable that used TIMESTMP to collect data.  
40-000-00, 05/01/95, 10:27:18  
40-002-00, 05/01/95, 10:27:45  
40-006-00, 05/01/95, 11:04:51  
40-010-00, 05/01/95, 11:22:02  
00-000-17, 05/01/95, 11:40:53  
00-000-19, 05/01/95, 11:40:57  
00-000-02, 05/01/95, 11:41:11  
00-000-11, 05/01/95, 11:41:15  
Changing the 1. From the application menu, select <F3>.  
Date and  
Time Setting  
Figure 3-65: TIMESTMP Application Menu  
F1=TIMESTMP  
F2=WEDGE  
F3=SET TIME  
F4=EXIT  
2. If the displayed date is correct, press the <ENTER> key. If the date  
is wrong, enter the correct date. Use two digits each for the  
month, for the day, and for the year (e.g., 11, 04, 95). The  
program will automatically format the entry (e.g., 11/04/95).  
Figure 3-66: Entering the Correct Date  
CURRENT DATE  
05/01/02  
ENTER NEW DATE:  
3. If the displayed time is correct, press the <ENTER> key. If the  
time is wrong, enter the correct time. Use two digits each for the  
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hour, for the minute, and for the seconds (e.g., 133000). If the  
portable's system clock is set for 12-hour format, type A for A.M.  
or P for P.M. after the number (e.g., 013000P).  
Figure 3-67: Entering the Correct Time  
CURRENT TIME  
8:17:32  
ENTER NEW TIME:  
Reviewing the Collected Data  
Before uploading collected data, review it on the portable and delete  
incorrect or unnecessary records.  
Note: When used as a keyboard wedge, the portable does not store  
any data.  
1. From any screen that offers REV as an option, select <F3> to  
display the data-review screen (refer to Figure 3-69).  
Figure 3-68: Sample Screen Showing the REV Option  
ITEM ID  
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F3=REV F4=EXIT  
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The last data that was input is displayed on the third line of  
the screen.  
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If the record includes a quantity, the quantity is given after a  
comma at the end of the line.  
The second line of the data-review screen tells the number of  
the currently displayed record and the total number of  
records. The top line of the data-review screen offers options  
for moving through the records in memory.  
Figure 3-69: Data-review screens  
F1=PREV F2=NEXT  
REC#65 OF 65  
27-000-00  
F3=DEL F4=EXIT  
Item-only data  
F1=PREV F2=NEXT  
REC#65 OF 65  
27-000-00,15  
F3=DEL F4=EXIT  
Item-and-quantity data  
2. Press the <F2> key to move to the next record.  
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If the currently displayed record is the last one, the portable  
will briefly display END OF FILE on the second line.  
3. Press the <F1> key to move to the previous record.  
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If the currently displayed record is the first one, the portable  
will briefly display START OF FILE on the second line.  
4. The bottom line of the screen offers options for deleting records  
and returning to the data-collection screen.  
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To delete the currently displayed record, press the <F3> key.  
The message ARE YOU SURE? appears on the first line of the  
screen.  
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To delete the record, press <F3> again; to cancel, press <F4>.  
5. When finished reviewing the data records, press <F4> once to  
return to the data-collection screen or twice to return to the  
application menu.  
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Uploading Data to the Host PC  
The PT2000 and Top Gun store data records in files in random-access  
memory (RAM). When finished collecting data in a file, transmit  
(upload) that file from the portable to the host PC. The number of  
records that can collected before uploading depends upon the amount of  
RAM the portable has.  
Note: Refer to Appendix D on page 107 for instructions to connect  
the PT Dock to a PC.  
The portable can be connected to the host PC in either a serial  
configuration or a keyboard wedge configuration. The serial  
configuration requires a communications program to transfer data to  
and from the portable. With this configuration, use an external 9-volt  
power adapter (available from a PSC dealer). With the keyboard wedge  
configuration, power is drawn from the host PC.  
Serial Configuration  
Use a PSC 25-pin cable or a PSC 9-pin cable for serial configuration.  
Note: Only use cables approved for this application. For a listing  
of PT2000 cable numbers, consult the PSC Price Book at:  
Complete the following steps to attach the cable:  
1. One of the connectors on the cable has the cable number on it.  
Plug that connector into the cable input jack on the bottom of the  
portable.  
2. Attach the other end of the cable (with the connector labeled  
computer) to an available serial port on the PC.  
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3. To use a 9-volt power adapter, attach the small, round plug of the  
adapter to the round power input jack on the cable connector  
labeled computer.  
Note: Use only a PSC power adapter. Using another adapter can  
damage the portable.  
The portable is set at the factory with the following parameter settings  
for serial communications. For explanations of these parameters, refer to  
Serial Parameters, beginning on page 70. To change the parameter  
settings, use the bar codes in Appendix G on page 128.  
Parameter  
Baud rate  
Default Setting  
9600  
8
None  
1
Data bits  
Parity  
Stop bits  
Enable Xon/Xoff  
Off  
None  
ACK/NAK  
1 second  
Protocol  
Timeout  
To upload data to the computer, complete the following steps:  
1. Prepare the computer to receive data by using one of the software  
programs described in Transferring Data With PSC Utilities on  
page 71.  
Figure 3-70: Inventory Management Menu  
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INV MGMT  
F2=COLLECT  
F3=FILE OPTIONS  
F5=EXIT  
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2. From the program menu on the PT2000 or Top Gun (such as the  
one from INVPRO shown in Figure 3-70), select <F3> to display  
the File Options menu.  
Figure 3-71: The File Options Menu  
*FILE OPTIONS*  
F2=SEND FILE  
F3=ERASE FILE  
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F4=EXIT  
3. Select <F2> to display the Send File menu.  
Figure 3-72: Send File Menu  
*SEND FILE*  
F2=SERIAL  
F3=WEDGE  
¤
F4=EXIT  
4. Select <F2> to upload the data through the serial connection.  
Keyboard Wedge Configuration  
To upload data from the portable installed as a keyboard wedge,  
complete the following steps:  
1. Connect the portable to the PC as described on Installing the  
Keyboard Wedge on page 21.  
Figure 3-73: Asset Management Menu  
¤
ASSET MGMT  
F2=COLLECT  
F3=FILE OPTIONS  
F5=EXIT  
2. Open the PC application and place the cursor at the location  
where data is to be entered.  
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3. From the program menu on the PT2000 or Top Gun (such as the  
one from ASSETPRO shown above), select <F3> to display the  
File Options menu.  
Figure 3-74: File Options Menu  
*FILE OPTIONS*  
F2=SEND FILE  
F3=ERASE FILE  
¤
F4=EXIT  
4. Select <F2> to display the Send File menu.  
Figure 3-75: Send File Menu  
*SEND FILE*  
F2=SERIAL  
F3=WEDGE  
¤
F4=EXIT  
5. Select <F3> to upload the data through the keyboard wedge  
connection.  
Removing Collected Data from Memory  
After uploading a file from the PT2000 or Top Gun to the PC, erase the  
file from the portable’s memory. To do so, complete the following steps:  
Figure 3-76: Item Tracking Menu  
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ITEM TRACKING  
F2=COLLECT  
F3=FILE OPTIONS  
F5=EXIT  
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1. From the program menu on the PT2000 or Top Gun (such as the  
one from TRACKPRO above), select <F3> to display the File  
Options menu.  
Figure 3-77: File Options Menu  
*FILE OPTIONS*  
F2=SEND FILE  
F3=ERASE FILE  
¤
F4=EXIT  
2. Select <F3>to display the Erase File menu.  
Figure 3-78: Erase File Option  
*ERASE FILE*  
F3=ERASE  
¤
F4=EXIT  
3. Press the <F3> key to erase the file.  
Turning Off the Portable  
Turn the PT2000 or Top Gun off by pressing the green <I/O> button  
displayed at left. This will turn off the screen display, but it will not clear  
any information in the portable’s random-access memory (RAM).  
The portable is programmed to shut itself off automatically if it is not  
used for ten minutes. Change the auto-off time by scanning the  
appropriate bar code on page 140.  
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Resetting the Portable  
To reset the PT2000 or Top Gun, remove the battery pack, alkaline  
batteries, or external power supply. Then press and hold down the  
<Alpha> and <ENTER> keys while reinserting the batteries or  
reconnecting the power supply. The portable will prompt to enter the  
current date and time.  
Caution: Resetting the PT2000 or Top Gun is similar to pressing  
<Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Delete> on a PC. All data stored in the  
portable’s memory will be cleared.  
Or, reset the PT2000 by scanning the following bar code:  
Reset  
*+.*  
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Care and Cleaning  
With normal use, the PT2000 or Top Gun should require no  
maintenance. If it gets dirty, wipe it with a damp cloth.  
Caution: Do not immerse the portable in liquid.  
Caution: Do not use any abrasive cleaners on the display screen.  
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Top Gun and the PT2000 are configured with certain default parameter settings before they  
are shipped from the factory. These settings will work for many applications. Change the  
settings by scanning the bar codes provided in this chapter and in Appendix G, Programming  
Bar Codes, on page 127 or by creating bar codes for specific settings. Or, download new  
programs to the portable from DOS or Windows.  
Using Bar Codes ................................................. 52  
Guidelines for Creating Programming Bar Codes.. 52  
Using Multiple Bar Codes ..................................... 53  
General Programming Parameters ..................... 54  
Setting the Hour Format, Time, and Date............. 55  
S erial Parameters ............................................... 56  
Xmodem Protocol ................................................. 56  
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Overview  
PT2000 and Top Gun recognize the following commands at all times:  
Sets the portable to alpha mode  
*/+*  
*/-*  
*--*  
*-+*  
*/.*  
*.-*  
*.+*  
*+.*  
Sets the portable to normal mode  
Has the same effect as the <Clear> key  
Has the same effect as the <BKSP> (backspace) key  
Prepares the portable to accept a program  
Sounds a low beep on the portable  
Sounds a high beep on the portable  
Clears all memory and resets the portable  
Retrieves data if the application program stops execution  
and gives the PROGRAM FAILED message. Connect the  
portable to the PC and start the communications program,  
then scan this bar code. The data will transmit, one file at a  
time.  
*$$*  
Enter these commands with bar codes or through the PC’s serial port.  
With PSC Program Generator (PPG), it is possible to embed these  
codes in a PPG program. For information about using PPG to program  
the portable, refer to the PSC Program Generator User Manual.  
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Using Programming Utilities  
The PSC portable comes with a collection of applications and utilities  
on a disk. This collection is called the Portable Applications Library, or  
PAL. Two of the utilities, PDPROG and PERCPROG, enable  
programming of the portable from DOS or Windows.  
Note: For complete information about PAL, including installation  
instructions, refer to the Falcon Portable Applications  
Library (PAL) Us e r’s Guide.  
Both programming utilities check the version number of the portable's  
operating system. If it is different from the PAL version, it installs the  
operating system along with the application.  
PERCPROG  
PERCPROG is the utility used to program a PSC portable through  
Windows.  
To customize the installation of an application, complete the following  
steps:  
1. Connect the portable to the PC (refer to page 18 for information  
on getting started.).  
2. Double-click on the Portable Programmer icon in the PSC PAL  
program group. The PSC Portable Programmer window will  
open (refer to Figure 4-1).  
Note: The figures in this chapter show the utilities in Windows 95.  
When using a different version of Windows, the utility  
windows may look slightly different.  
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Figure 4-1: The PSC Portable Programmer (PERCPROG) Main Window  
3. From the menu, select Options > Settings. The Communications  
Settings window will open (refer to Figure 4-2).  
Figure 4-2: The Communications Settings window  
4. Select the desired serial port. Then select OK.  
Note: After changing the serial port setting, PERCPROG will keep  
the new setting until it is changed again. Use the icons in the  
PSC PAL program group (Windows 3.1) or the Start Menu  
(Windows 9x) to install an application.  
5. From the PSC Portable Programmer menu, select File > Open.  
The Program File window will open (refer to Figure 4-3).  
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Figure 4-3: The Program File window  
6. Select the application to be installed in the portable, and click OK.  
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The message Programming the portable will appear in the  
programmer window. Additional messages and the percentage  
of completion will be displayed as the programming  
progresses.  
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When programming is completed, the message Portable  
successfully programmed will appear in the window, and the  
name of the program file will be displayed in the window’s  
title bar.  
7. Select File > Exit to close the PSC Portable Programmer window.  
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PDPROG  
PDPROG is the utility used to program a PSC portable through DOS.  
Using PDPROG involves entering commands on the DOS command  
line. The command line syntax is as follows:  
pdprog filename[.hex] [-¦/][port]  
where  
filename= the name of the file for the application to install in  
the portable (The file has a .hex extension. Do not include the  
extension in the command line.)  
port= 1¦2¦3¦4 to specify the serial port (default=COM2)  
The port setting is optional and can be entered either before or after the  
file name. If used, precede it with a hyphen (-) or a slash (/).  
For example, use the command pdprog descript -1 to transfer the  
description program to a portable over the COM1 serial port.  
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Using Predefined Defaults  
Top Gun and the PT2000 have the following three sets of parameter  
defaults:  
Predefined Default 0 (D0) : turns every on/off parameter off and sets  
all minimum and maximum lengths to zero.  
Predefined Default 1 (D1): turns every on/off parameter on, sets all  
minimum lengths as low as possible, and sets all maximum lengths as  
high as possible.  
Predefined Default 2 (D2) : is the default set that was installed in the  
portable at the factory. This default set will work for most applications.  
Note: To restore the default settings for serial communications,  
scan Serial Communications Parameter (default) bar code  
on page 81.  
Reset the portable to a predefined default set by scanning one of the  
following bar codes:  
D0  
*$+$-D0EE*  
*$+$-D1EE*  
*$+$-D2EE*  
D1  
D2  
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Using Bar Codes  
To program the PT2000 and Top Gun, scan Code 39 bar codes that  
contain the desired parameters and settings. Appendix G on page 127  
provides several programming bar codes. Custom bar codes can be made  
using any bar code printing software that supports Code 39.  
Guidelines for Creating Programming Bar Codes  
Keep the following in mind when creating bar codes for programming  
the portable:  
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Create custom programming bar codes using the standard  
Code 39 character set, not the extended (full ASCII) Code 39  
character set. (However, bar codes must be read using extended  
Code 39.)  
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The first and last character of each bar code must be an asterisk  
(*), the start and stop character for Code 39.  
The first asterisk of the programming bar code must be followed  
immediately by the characters $+$-.  
The programming bar code must end with EEand an asterisk.  
The portable will treat multiple bar codes of programming  
information as one entry as long as *$+$-appears at the  
beginning of the first bar code and EE*does not appear until the  
end of the last bar code.  
Scanning the following sample bar code will enable Code 39 scanning  
and set the maximum length for Code 39 to 35 characters:  
Enable Code 39;  
set max length to  
35 characters  
*$+$-0010235EE*  
Note: The human readable portion of the barcode symbol, as  
shown here and elsewhere in this manual is optional and  
not required for scanning purposes.  
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Like all Code 39 bar codes, this sample starts and ends with an asterisk  
(*). $+$-starts programming mode. 00is the ID number for the  
parameter that enables Code 39, and 1turns it on. 02specifies the  
Code 39 maximum-length parameter, and 35sets it to 35 characters per  
label. EEsaves the new settings and exits programming mode.  
Using Multiple Bar Codes  
Create multiple bar codes to program the portable. After making the  
settings in the first bar code (which must begin with *$+$-), the  
portable waits for additional programming bar code entry if the first bar  
code does not include EE*. Scanning the following two bar codes  
provides the same result as scanning the single one on page 64:  
*$+$-  
*$+$-001*  
*0235EE*  
EE*  
Commands cannot be split between two or more bar codes. It is not  
possible to have a parameter ID number at the end of one bar code and  
its setting or string at the beginning of the next.  
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General Programming Parameters  
Table 4-1 describes some of the general parameters for programming the  
PT2000 or Top Gun. For descriptions of serial parameters, refer to  
Table 4-2. For a complete list of parameters and defaults, refer to  
Appendix A.  
Table 4-1: Selected Programming Parameters  
ID # Parameter  
Code 39 full Supports the Code 39 extended ASCII character  
Description  
05  
06  
0B  
ASCII  
set (refer to Appendix B on page 93). For example,  
a character string encoded in Code 39 as +A is  
transmitted as a lowercase a. This allows every key  
of the keyboard to be encoded in a Code 39 bar  
code.  
Code 39  
accumulate  
Treats multiple bar codes as a single bar code,  
provided that all bar codes except the last begin  
with a space. The last code must not begin with a  
space. Up to 128 characters (not including  
preamble, postamble, and symbology identifiers)  
can be accumulated before transmission.  
I 2 of 5  
enable  
checksum  
Enables use of checksums in Interleaved 2 of 5 bar  
codes. This parameter should be set to On to read  
Interleaved 2 of 5 bar codes.  
33, 36 UPC  
conversion  
Converts UPC-A bar codes to EAN-13 (ID #33),  
and converts UPC-E bar codes to UPC-A (ID #36).  
3B–3E UPC/EAN/  
JAN  
Reads two-digit (ID #3C) and five-digit (ID #3D)  
extensions if the portable is programmed to allow  
them (ID #3B). Doesnt read UPC, EAN, or JAN bar  
codes if the portable is programmed to require  
extensions (ID #3E) and no extensions are present.  
extensions  
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Setting the Hour Format, Time, and Date  
Time: Turn parameter ID D8 on to set the portable's real-time clock  
display to 24-hour (military-style) format. When this parameter is set to  
Off, the time is displayed in 12-hour format. The default time display is  
24-hour format. Use the 12- and 24-hour bar codes to change the  
format. To set the time on the portable’s clock, scan the Time bar code.  
Date: Turn parameter ID D9 on to set the portable’s date display to  
international format (day/month/year) or off to set it to U.S. format  
(month/day/year). The default format is U.S. Format. To set the date in  
the portable, scan the Date bar code. Use the International Format bar  
codes to change the format.  
12-Hour Format  
*$+$-D80EE*  
*$+$-D81EE*  
*%-*  
*%.*  
24-Hour Format  
Time  
Date  
U.S. Format  
*$+$-D90EE*  
International  
Format  
*$+$-D91EE*  
Use the portable’s keyboard to enter the hour, time and date in the  
current format.  
Note: When finished setting the date and time formats, press any  
function key to return to the program.  
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Serial Parameters  
Use bar codes to set parameters for using the PT2000 or Top Gun as a  
serial device. Table 4-2 describes the serial parameters; bar codes for  
setting them begin on Serial Parameters on page 143. (For a complete  
listing of parameters and defaults, refer to Appendix A.)  
This section also includes a table of Code 39 and ASCII equivalents for  
serial characters (refer to Table 4-3 on page 70). Use the Code 39  
equivalents when creating bar codes for programming.  
Table 4-2: Serial Parameters  
ID # Parameter  
C1 Baud rate  
Description  
Determines the communication speed. The  
setting for the portable must match the setting  
that the host computer uses.  
C2  
Data bits  
Specifies the number of data bits in each  
character.  
C3  
C4  
Parity  
Specifies the parity of the data characters.  
Stop bits  
Selects the minimum space between data  
characters.  
C5  
Xon/Xoff  
handshaking  
Used for software data-flow control. With this  
option enabled, the portable transmits an Xoff  
character when its serial input buffer has  
fewer than ten characters of free space. Once  
all the data in the serial buffer is processed,  
the portable transmits an Xon character.  
Xmodem Protocol  
The PT2000 and Top Gun support the Xmodem (checksum) file-  
transfer protocol for serial communication, which is available in many  
commercially marketed products.  
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Xmodem is a simple send-and-wait-for-response protocol using a fixed-  
length data field. The data field is embedded in an Xmodem packet,  
which also contains a packet number and a single-byte arithmetic  
checksum. The protocol link is established by the receiver transmitting a  
NAK character until the sender responds. The sender responds by  
transmitting an Xmodem packet. The sender then waits for either an  
ACK signal, in which case it transmits the next packet, or a NAK signal,  
in which case it retransmits the packet. Once all packets are transmitted,  
the sender transmits an EOT signal, indicating the end of transmission.  
Scan the following bar code to set a portable to use the Xmodem  
protocol:  
XModem  
protocol  
*$+$-CA02EE*  
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Code 39 and ASCII Equivalents for Serial Characters  
Table 4-3 provides Code 39 and ASCII equivalents for serial characters.  
For Code 39, ASCII, and mnemonic equivalents of keyboard keys, refer  
to Appendix B.  
Table 4-3: Code 39 and ASCII Equivalents for Serial Characters  
ASCII  
Value  
ASCII  
Value  
Character  
Code 39  
Character  
Code 39  
NUL  
SOH  
STX  
ETX  
EOT  
ENQ  
ACK  
BEL  
BS  
%U  
$A  
$B  
$C  
$D  
$E  
$F  
$G  
$H  
$I  
80  
01  
02  
03  
04  
05  
06  
07  
08  
09  
0A  
0B  
0C  
0D  
0E  
0F  
DLE  
DC1  
DC2  
DC3  
DC4  
NAK  
SYN  
ETB  
CAN  
EM  
$P  
$Q  
$R  
$S  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
1A  
1B  
1C  
1D  
1E  
1F  
$T  
$U  
$V  
$W  
$X  
HT  
$Y  
LF  
$J  
SUB  
ESC  
FS  
$Z  
VT  
$K  
$L  
$M  
$N  
$O  
%A  
%B  
%C  
%D  
%E  
FF  
CR  
GS  
SO  
RS  
SI  
US  
Terminate string: //  
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With PSC Utilities  
Installing & Setting up PTFER ............................. 61  
Uploading a File.................................................... 62  
Downloading a File ............................................... 64  
Changing Settings ................................................. 64  
Setting Command Line Options ........................... 66  
Using PDTFER ................................................... 68  
Using MACTFER ................................................ 69  
Using UPDTFER................................................. 71  
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Overview  
After scanning a series of bar codes or inputting other data into the  
PT2000 or Top Gun, use a data-transfer utility to upload the  
information to the host computer.  
Note: To launch Windows applications, select menu options, use  
dialog boxes, or refer to Microsoft Windows documentation.  
Both the PT2000 and Top Gun come with PSC’s Portable  
Applications Library (PAL) on a disk. PAL includes two programs to  
transfer data between the portable and a PC:  
PTFER Windows application. (Refer to page 73.)  
PDTFER DOS program that runs by issuing commands on the DOS command  
line. (Refer to page 80.)  
Note: PSC also provides two utilities MACTFER and UPDTFER  
for transferring data to and from Macintosh or UNIX  
workstations. These utilities are free from PSC for your  
convenience, however their use is at your own risk, and not  
supported by PSC Technical support. Go to the PSC website  
at www.pscnet.com > Support > Software Updates > PT2000/  
Top Gun to download the most current transfer program.  
Refer to Technical Support on page viii for more information.  
MACTFER Macintosh program used to communicate via 8-pin DIN ADB (not  
USB) with a Macintosh. (Refer to page 81.)  
UPDTFER UNIX program used to communicate with a UNIX workstation. (Refer  
to page 83.)  
After collecting data with the portable, use one of these programs to  
transfer the data to an ASCII file on the PC.  
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Using Portable File Transfer Program (PTFER)  
Installing & Setting up PTFER  
To prepare for a data transfer between the PC and the PT2000 or Top  
Gun, complete the following steps:  
1. If the utility software is not already installed on the PC, install it  
following the instructions included with the diskette packaged  
with the portable.  
2. In Windows, click on the Portable File Transfer (PTFER) icon in  
the PSC program group to get a blank PTFER window (refer to  
Figure 5-1).  
Note: The figures in this chapter show the utilities in Windows 95.  
When using a different version of Windows, the utility  
windows may look slightly different.  
Figure 5-1: The PSC Portable File Transfer window  
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3. By default, PTFER uses the following communications settings:  
Port  
COM2  
9600  
1
Baud rate  
Stop bits  
Data bits  
Parity  
8
None  
ACK/NAK  
Protocol  
These are also the default settings for the PT2000 and Top Gun.  
Scan the following bar code to set the portable’s serial  
communications parameters to these defaults:  
Serial Communication  
parameters (defaults)  
*$+$-C8EE*  
* $ + $ - C 8 E E *  
To switch to a different port or make other changes to the  
defaults, refer to “Changing Settings,” on page 76.  
4. Select Options >Connect (or click on the Connect button in  
the Communications Settings dialog box) to connect with the  
selected port.  
5. The message Communications port opened appears in the  
window. It is now possible to transfer files between the PC and  
the portable.  
Uploading a File  
To upload a file from the PT2000 or Top Gun to the PC:  
1. Select File > Receive and use the File to Receive dialog box  
(refer to Figure 5-2) to specify the name and location of the file to  
store the data in.  
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Figure 5-2: The File to Receive dialog box  
2. PTFER displays a message saying that it is expecting the file (refer  
to Figure 5-3).  
3. Make the appropriate selections on the portable to upload the  
data into the specified file on the PC (refer to page 49).  
Figure 5-3: The PTFER window during an upload  
Note: If no success message appears, select a different port.  
4. When the file has been successfully transferred, a message appears  
in the PTFER window.  
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Downloading a File  
To send a file from the PC to the PT2000 or Top Gun:  
1. Prepare the portable to receive a file.  
Note: Refer to the information about the DESCRIPT application  
on Page 35.  
2. Then select File > Send from the PTFER menu.  
3. Specify the name and location of the file in the File to Transmit  
dialog box. (Except for the title bar, the File to Transmit dialog  
box is identical to the File to Receive dialog box, shown in  
Figure 5-4.)  
4. When the file has been successfully transferred, a message appears  
in the PTFER window.  
Changing Settings  
the portable.  
If the COM2 port is already in use by a modem, mouse, or other device,  
specify a different port or alter the communications settings for the port.  
Note: When not sure what settings to use, leave them at the  
defaults. To restore factory defaults, scan the bar codes in  
Predefined Defaults on page 128  
To use a different port or to alter port settings:  
1. Select Options > Settings from the PTFER menu to receive the  
Communications Settings dialog box (Figure 5-4).  
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Figure 5-4: The Communications Settings dialog box  
Note: When a connection has been made to the serial port, the  
Settings option is dimmed on the menu and cannot be  
selected. Select Options > Connect again to disconnect the  
application, and then select Options > Settings again.  
2. To use a different COM port, select it in the Port options group.  
3. Use this dialog box to switch baud rate, the number of stop bits,  
and the type of parity. (Use the settings which match the settings  
used in the PT2000 or Top Gun.)  
4. When finished, click on the Connect button to connect to the  
port, or select OK and then use the Connect command in the  
menu to make the connection.  
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Setting Command Line Options  
Note: In Windows 3.x, the command is in the Command Line  
input box in the applications Program Item Properties  
window in the Program Manager.  
In Windows 95, create a shortcut to the application. (The  
Desktop is a good place to put the shortcut.) Find the  
command in the Target input box on the Properties tab of the  
shortcuts Properties window.  
Change settings for the Portable File Transfer program before starting  
the program by entering options for the command that starts it. Type  
the options using the following syntax:  
ptferfilename[-¦/][Pn][Bn][Dn][action]  
where  
filename= the name of the file to transfer (include the extension)  
Pn= the number of the COM port to be used (1, 2, 3, or 4; the  
default setting is P2)  
Bn= the baud rate to use (the default setting is B9600)  
Dn= the timeout period, in seconds (the default is 30 seconds on  
receive and 1 second on transmit)  
action= Ato receive data and append it to the existing file  
Cto connect automatically when transmitting or receiving  
Eto echo the display to the screen  
Hto display on screen help  
Mto maximize the PTFER window  
Nto minimize the PTFER window  
0nnnto set the size and position of the PTFER window  
Rto receive data from the portable and replace the existing  
file contents  
Sto display the line count in the title bar  
Tto transfer data to the portable (the default)  
Xto exit automatically after data is transmitted or received  
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The port, baud rate, timeout, and action parameters are optional. If  
using one or more parameters, precede them with a hyphen (-) or a slash  
(/). Enter parameters either before or after the file name.  
For example: the command ptferlink.txt/P1would send the  
file named link.txtover COM1 to the portable (the default action,  
T, is assumed). The command ptfer-3rdata.txtwould upload  
data from the portable over COM3 into a file named data.txt.  
The port, baud rate, and position and size settings are saved to and  
restored from the initialization file.  
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Using PDTFER  
Instead of using the PTFER application in Windows, transfer files to and  
from the PT2000 or Top Gun using commands on the DOS command  
line.  
The command line syntax for transferring files with PTFER is as follows:  
pdtferfilename[-¦/][port][Bn][Dn][action]  
where  
filename= the name of the file to transfer (include the extension)  
port= the number of the COM port to use (1, 2, 3, or 4; the default  
setting is 2)  
Bn= the baud rate to use (the default setting is B9600)  
Dn= the timeout period, in seconds (the default is 30 seconds on  
receive and 1 second on transmit)  
action= Ato receive data and append it to the existing file  
Eto echo the display to the screen  
Hto display on screen help  
Rto receive data from the portable and replace the existing  
file contents  
Tto transfer data to the portable (the default)  
The port, baud rate, timeout, and action parameters are optional. When  
using one or more parameters, precede them with a hyphen (-) or a  
slash (/). Enter parameters either before or after the file name.  
For example, the command pdtferlink.txt/1sends the file  
named link.txtover COM1 to the portable (the default action, T, is  
assumed). The command pdtfer -3r data.txtwould upload data  
from the portable over COM3 into a file named data.txt.  
Note: Files must be transferred to or from the current DOS  
directory.  
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Using MACTFER  
Use the MACTFER program to transfer data between a PT2000 or Top  
Gun and a Macintosh. Only one cable is required to connect the  
portable to a Macintosh. (Contact a PSC dealer to order.)  
To transfer data using the MACTFER program, complete the following  
steps:  
1. Copy the mactfer.exefile from the supplied floppy disk to the  
Macintosh hard drive.  
2. Scan the following bar code to make sure the portables serial  
communications parameters are set to the defaults:  
Serial Communication  
parameters (defaults)  
*$+$-C8EE*  
* $ + $ - C 8 E E *  
3. Connect the Macintosh cable to the PT Dock.  
4. Connect the other end of the serial cable to the cable input jack  
on the bottom of the portable.  
5. Plug the mini-DIN end of the Macintosh cable into the  
Macintosh modem port. The modem port is marked:  
6. Start the MACTFER program on the Macintosh. An untitled  
window appears for displaying received or transferred data.  
7. To upload a file from the portable to the Macintosh, select File >  
Receive and use the Receive File dialog box to specify the name  
and location of the file to store the data in. Then select options on  
the portable to upload the data into the specified Macintosh file.  
Note: Copy received data to other applications using the Edit >  
Copy command.  
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8. To send a file to the portable, select File > Send and specify the  
name and location of the file in the Send File dialog box. To  
accept the transferred file, the portable must be programmed to  
accept serial input and store it in a file or register. Depending on  
the program, it may be necessary to select some options on the  
portable first.  
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Using UPDTFER  
Use the UPDTFER program to transfer data between a PT2000 or Top  
Gun and a UNIX workstation. The UPDTFER program transmits and  
receives data to or from the portable using PSC's ACK/NAK protocol.  
Note: Refer to the PSC website at www.pscnet.com > Support >  
Software Updates > PT2000/Top Gun to download the UNIX  
transer file (UNIXUPLD.zip unzips to UPDTFER.exe).  
To install the program, use the UNIX tarcommand to copy the  
UPDTFER file from the supplied floppy disk or website download to the  
UNIX workstations hard drive.  
Use the following command syntax to transfer files with updtfer:  
updtfer device filename -options  
where  
device= the serial port device name, such as /dev/tty1a  
filename= the name of the file to transfer  
options= one or more transfer options, preceded by a hyphen  
(-)  
Use any of the following options:  
t
transmits data in the given file to the portable. The portable  
should be properly connected to the specified serial port  
and ready to receive data.  
r
receives data from the portable and stores it in the given  
file. When receiving data from the portable, start UPDTFER  
before invoking the transfer on the portable.  
a
d
appends the given file with data received from the portable.  
displays debugging information on the screen during  
transfer.  
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s
h
performs the transfer silently(without displaying received  
data on the screen).  
displays help on program usage and options.  
For example: updtfer/dev/tty2areadin.dat-rwould receive  
data from a portable connected to a serial port named /dev/tty2a and  
place data in a file named readin.dat.  
The UPDTFER program has the following settings. The portable's  
communications settings must match.  
z
z
z
z
z
Baud rate: 9600  
Stop bits: 1  
Data bits: 8  
Parity: None  
Flow control: ACK/NAK;  
no XON/XOFF  
The UPDTFER program returns an exit status of 0 if the transfer is  
successful. If the transfer is unsuccessful, it returns a nonzero status, such  
as 1.  
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Programming  
Parameters  
General Programming Parameters ................... 106  
Universal Product Code-A (UPC-A) ....................107  
Universal Product Code-E (UPC-E) ....................107  
European Article Numbering (EAN)/  
Japan Article Numbering (JAN) ...................107  
UPC, EAN, JAN Extensions................................107  
Code 128.............................................................107  
Other Controls ....................................................108  
S erial Programming Parameters ....................... 109  
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Overview  
Note: For information about programming, refer to Chapter 4.  
This appendix provides information about all programmable settings for  
the PT2000 and Top Gun.  
z
Table A-1: lists programming ID numbers for predefined defaults  
(refer to page 87).  
z
z
Table A-2: lists save-and-exit settings (refer to page 87).  
Table A-3: provides the following information (refer to page 88):  
Note: For explanations of some general programming parameters,  
refer to page 66. For explanations of serial parameters, refer  
to page 68.  
Code Parameter : is the humanname for programming options.  
ID # : is the portablename for programming options. For example, to  
set a Code 39 minimum label length, enter 01when programming the  
portable. Programming ID numbers given in this appendix can be used  
with all programming methods.  
Type : tells what kind of setting to use for each code parameter:  
On/Off : is a toggle. 1turns the parameter on, and 0turns it off.  
Value : requires a two-character entry (e.g., 02for two beeps after each  
good read, or 05for a length of five).  
String : uses one or more ASCII characters, followed by //to indicate  
the end of the string.  
Immediate : takes effect as soon as the ID number is entered.  
Acceptable Input : gives the settings or range of settings that you can  
use for each code parameter.  
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Predefined Defaults : tells how the parameter is set when you select  
predefined default D0, D1, or D2 (refer to page 87).  
z
Table A-4:, beginning on page 91, lists parameter settings for serial  
communications.  
Table A-1: Predefined Defaults  
Setting  
ID #  
Type  
Predefined default set 0  
Predefined default set 1  
Predefined default set 2  
Predefined serial defaults  
D0  
D1  
D2  
C8  
Immediate  
Immediate  
Immediate  
Immediate  
Table A-2: Save-and-Exit Settings  
Setting  
Save and exit  
ID #  
Type  
EE  
EF  
Immediate  
Immediate  
Exit only, no save  
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Table A-3: General Programming Parameters  
Predefined Defaults  
D0 D1 D2  
Enter 1 for On and 0 for Off.  
Code Parameter  
ID #  
Type  
Acceptable Input  
Code 39  
Enable  
00  
01  
02  
03  
04  
05  
06  
07  
On/Off  
Value  
On or Off  
0060  
Off  
00  
On  
00  
On  
00  
Minimum length  
Maximum length  
Enable checksum  
Send checksum  
Full ASCII mode  
Accumulate mode  
Value  
0060  
00  
60  
20  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
On  
On  
Off  
Off  
Off  
On  
Off  
Off  
Enable AIAG alternate  
check digit  
Interleaved 2 of 5  
Enter 1 for On and 0 for Off.  
Enable  
08  
09  
0A  
0B  
0C  
0D  
On/Off  
Value  
On or Off  
0260  
Off  
02  
On  
02  
On  
06  
Minimum length  
Maximum length  
Enable checksum  
Send checksum  
Value  
0260  
02  
60  
10  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Use lengths 6 and 14 only  
(case code)  
Codabar  
Enter 1 for On and 0 for Off.  
Enable  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
On/Off  
Value  
On or Off  
0060  
Off  
00  
On  
02  
On  
04  
Minimum length  
Maximum length  
Value  
0060  
00  
60  
20  
Send start/stop  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Convert Codabar to CLSI  
Code 93  
Enter 1 for On and 0 for Off.  
Enable  
2C  
2D  
2E  
On/Off  
Value  
Value  
On or Off  
0050  
Off  
00  
00  
On  
01  
50  
On  
02  
20  
Minimum length  
Maximum length  
0150  
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Predefined Defaults  
Code Parameter  
ID #  
Type  
Acceptable Input  
D0  
D1  
D2  
Universal Product Code-A (UPC-A)  
Enter 1 for On and 0 for Off.  
Enable  
30  
31  
32  
33  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
On  
On  
On  
On  
On  
On  
Off  
Off  
Send system digit  
Send check digit  
Convert UPC-A to EAN-13  
Universal Product Code-E (UPC-E)  
Enter 1 for On and 0 for Off.  
Use system digit 0  
Use system digit 1  
Convert UPC-E to UPC-A  
Send system digit  
Send check digit  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
On  
On  
On  
On  
On  
On  
On  
Off  
Off  
Off  
European Article Numbering (EAN)/  
Japan Article Numbering (JAN)  
Enter 1 for On and 0 for Off.  
Enable EAN-8/JAN-8  
Enable EAN-13/JAN-13  
Convert EAN-13 to ISBN  
Send check digit  
39  
3A  
3B  
3F  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
On  
On  
Off  
Off  
On  
On  
Off  
On  
UPC, EAN, JAN Extensions  
Enter 1 for On and 0 for Off.  
Allow 2-digit extensions  
3C  
3D  
3E  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
On or Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
On  
On  
Off  
On  
On  
Off  
Allow 5-digit extensions  
Require extensions  
Code 128  
Enter 1 for On and 0 for Off.  
Enable  
40  
41  
42  
43  
On/Off  
Value  
Value  
On/Off  
On or Off  
0060  
Off  
00  
00  
Off  
On  
02  
On  
02  
Minimum length  
Maximum length  
Enable UCC128  
0060  
60  
20  
On or Off  
Off  
Off  
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Programming Parameters  
Predefined Defaults  
D0 D1 D2  
Enter 1 for On and 0 for Off.  
Code Parameter  
ID #  
Type  
Acceptable Input  
Other Controls  
Enable manual reset  
B0  
B2  
On/Off  
Value  
On or Off  
On  
00  
On  
60  
On  
10  
Auto-Off  
0099  
(minutes)  
Intercharacter delay (keyboard  
wedge only)  
B3  
Value  
0099  
(milliseconds)  
00  
06  
00  
*
Add symbology identifiers  
B5  
B8  
B9  
BA  
On/Off  
Value  
Value  
Value  
On or Off  
00 (low) 07 (high)  
0104  
Off  
05  
01  
01  
On  
05  
01  
01  
Off  
05  
01  
01  
Good-read tone  
Good-read number of beeps  
Good-read tone duration  
00 = 0.14 sec.  
01 = 0.07 sec.  
02 = 0.45 sec.  
03 = 0.22 sec.  
Beeper volume  
BC  
Value  
00 = Off  
07  
07  
07  
01 (low) 07 (high)  
08 = One level higher  
09 = One level lower  
Error tone  
BD  
D8  
Value  
00 (low) 07 (high)  
03  
03  
03  
Time format  
On/Off  
On = 24-hour  
Off = 12-hour  
On  
On  
On  
Date format  
D9  
On/Off  
On = International  
Off = U.S.  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Keyboard click  
Laser delay  
DD  
DE  
On/Off  
Value  
On or Off  
On  
01  
On  
01  
On  
01  
0099  
(10-millisecond units)  
*
A
B
C
= UPC-A  
= Interleaved 2 of 5  
= Code 39  
E
G
I
= UPC-E  
= EAN-8  
= Codabar  
K
L
M
= Code 128  
= Code 93  
= EAN-13  
*.  
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Table A-4: Serial Programming Parameters  
Predefined Default  
(C8)  
Code Parameter  
ID #  
Type  
Acceptable Input  
Enter 1 for On and 0 for Off.  
Host select  
C0  
C1  
Value  
Value  
11 = ATs, PS/2s, and  
compatibles  
15 = IBM terminals  
None  
Baud rate  
00 = 300  
05  
01 = 600  
02 = 1200  
03 = 2400  
04 = 4800  
05 = 9600  
06 = 19,200  
07 = 38,400  
08 = 76,800  
Data bits  
Parity  
07 = 7 bits  
08 = 8 bits  
C2  
C3  
Value  
Value  
08  
00  
00 = None  
03 = Odd  
04 = Even  
Stop bits  
01 = 1 bit  
C4  
Value  
01  
02 = 2 bits  
Enable Xon/Xoff  
C5  
C6  
On/Off  
Value  
On or Off  
Off  
00  
Linefeed (LF)  
00 = None  
(Valid for CA = 00 only)  
01 = Strip LF  
02 = Add LF  
Predefined serial defaults  
End-of-file character  
C8  
C9  
Value  
Value  
Any single ASCII  
character  
1A  
01  
Protocol  
CA  
00 = EOR only  
01 = CR with checksum  
and ACK/NAK response  
02 = Xmodem  
End-of-record (EOR) character  
Timeout  
CC  
CD  
Value  
Value  
Any single  
ASCII character  
(CR)  
10  
0099  
(100-millisecond units)  
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Full Keyboard Support  
APPENDIX CONTENTS  
Overview ........................................................... 112  
Common Keyboard Keys .................................. 113  
IBM (or Compatible) PC Keyboard Keys ........... 115  
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Full Keyboard Support  
Overview  
Almost every key on the keyboard, including non-printing keys, can be  
programmed into the PT2000 or Top Gun. The tables in this appendix  
list Code 39 equivalents for programming all keyboard keys.  
Use the Code 39 values to create bar codes to include lowercase or non-  
alphanumeric characters in a bar code. For example, to include an  
exclamation mark (!) in a bar code, encode it as /A(slash capital a).  
Note: Full ASCII mode for Code 39 must be enabled in the  
portable.  
Some keys act immediately when read into the portable. For example,  
the portable transmits the page-down command to the computer as  
soon as it reads a bar code containing the characters %U$Z.  
Other keys are not quite so simple. For example, the <Ctrl> key has to  
be turned on and off.When typing <Ctrl>+<C>, for instance, hold  
the <Ctrl> key down while pressing <C>, then release the <Ctrl> key.  
Three signals are sent to the host device:  
<Ctrl> key on (down)<C> <Ctrl> key off (up)  
To include the <Ctrl>+<C> keystroke combination in a bar code,  
encode $SC$R. Think this way when encoding <Ctrl>, <Alt>, <Shift>,  
and other keys requiring a key to be held down while another is pressed.  
Including a function key in a bar code can present a problem if the  
portable is programmed to follow every bar code transmission with an  
autoterminator character. Eliminate the autoterminator in a bar code by  
including the zapcharacter, $Z, in any bar code not followed by the  
autoterminator. For example, encode %U$A$Zto send function key  
<F1> with no autoterminator.  
Table B-1 on page 95 lists the Code 39 and ASCII equivalents for keys  
that are common to many keyboards. Table B-2 on page 97 lists  
equivalents for additional keys found on IBM PC and compatible  
keyboards.  
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Table B-1: Common Keyboard Keys  
ASCII  
Value  
ASCII  
Value  
Key  
Code 39  
Key  
Code 39  
SP  
!
space  
/A  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
2A  
2B  
2C  
2D  
2E  
2F  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
:
;
/Z  
%F  
%G  
%H  
%I  
%J  
A
3A  
3B  
3C  
3D  
3E  
3F  
41  
"
/B  
<
#
$
%
&
'
/C  
=
/D  
>
/E  
?
/F  
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
/G  
B
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
4A  
4B  
4C  
4D  
4E  
4F  
50  
51  
52  
53  
54  
55  
56  
57  
(
/H  
C
)
/I  
D
*
/J  
E
+
,
/K  
F
/L  
G
H
-
- or /M  
. or /N  
/O  
.
I
/
J
J
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
4
5
6
7
8
9
0 or /P  
1 or /Q  
2 or /R  
3 or /S  
4 or /T  
5 or /U  
6 or /V  
4 or /T  
5 or /U  
6 or /V  
7 or /W  
8 or /X  
9 or /Y  
K
L
K
L
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W
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ASCII  
Value  
ASCII  
Value  
Key  
Code 39  
Key  
Code 39  
X
Y
Z
@
[
X
Y
58  
59  
5A  
40  
5B  
5C  
5D  
5E  
5F  
61  
62  
63  
64  
65  
66  
67  
68  
69  
6A  
6B  
6C  
6D  
6E  
o
p
+O  
+P  
6F  
70  
71  
72  
73  
74  
75  
76  
77  
75  
76  
77  
78  
79  
7A  
60  
61  
7C  
7D  
7E  
7F  
1A  
Z
q
+Q  
+R  
+S  
%V  
%K  
%L  
%M  
%N  
%O  
+A  
+B  
+C  
+D  
+E  
+F  
+G  
+H  
+I  
r
s
\
t
+T  
]
u
+U  
+V  
^
_
a
b
c
d
e
f
v
w
u
+W  
+U  
+V  
v
w
x
+W  
+X  
y
+Y  
z
+Z  
g
h
i
`
%W  
%P  
%Q  
%R  
%S  
%T  
$Z  
{
|
j
+J  
}
k
l
+K  
+L  
~
Del  
Zap  
m
n
+M  
+N  
*Not an actual key; see information about the zapcharacter on page 94\  
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Table B-2: IBM (or Compatible) PC Keyboard Keys  
Key  
Code 39  
ASCII Value  
Key  
Code 39  
ASCII Value  
F1  
F2  
%U$A  
%U$B  
%U$C  
%U$D  
%U$E  
%U$F  
%U$G  
%U$H  
%U$I  
8001  
8002  
8003  
8004  
8005  
8006  
8007  
8008  
8009  
800A  
800B  
800C  
8015  
8016  
8017  
8018  
8019  
801A  
¦
Ø
%U%A  
%U%B  
%U%C  
%U%D  
$C  
801B  
801C  
801D  
801E  
03  
F3  
¨
F4  
Æ
F5  
Caps Lock  
Num Lock  
Scroll Lock  
Backspace  
Horizontal Tab  
Vertical Tab  
Enter  
F6  
$D  
04  
F7  
$E  
05  
F8  
$H  
08  
F9  
$I  
09  
F10  
%U$J  
%U$K  
%U$L  
%U$U  
%U$V  
%U$W  
%U$X  
%U$Y  
%U$Z  
$K  
0B  
F11  
$M  
0D  
F12  
Alt Off  
$N  
0E  
Insert  
Home  
Page Up  
Delete  
End  
Alt On  
$O  
0F  
Ctrl Off  
Ctrl On  
Shift Off  
Shift On  
Esc  
$R  
12  
$S  
13  
$V  
16  
$W  
17  
Page Down  
%A  
1B  
Numeric Keypad  
Enter  
%U%E  
%U/J  
%U/K  
%U-  
801F  
802A  
802B  
802D  
802F  
8030  
8031  
8032  
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
%U3  
%U4  
%U5  
%U6  
%U7  
%U8  
%U9  
8033  
8034  
8035  
8036  
8037  
8038  
8039  
*
+
-
/
%U/O  
%U0  
0
1
2
%U1  
%U2  
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The Top Gun Module  
CHAPTER CONTENTS  
Atta ching the Top Gun Module to the PT2000 .. 118  
Changing Top Gun to a Left-Handed Model..... 121  
Laser S pecifications and Labeling .................... 123  
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The Top Gun Module  
Attaching the Top Gun Module to the PT2000  
If the Top Gun module and PT2000 were purchased separately,  
complete the following steps to connect them:  
1. Pull the hook on the elastic hand strap out of the holder near the  
base of the PT2000 (refer to Figure C-1).  
Figure C-1: The back of the PT 2000  
Remove these screws after  
releasing the hook  
Release the strap hook here  
2. Remove the two screws that attach the other end of the hand strap  
to the PT 2000 (refer to Figure C-1).  
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Attaching the Top Gun Module to the PT2000  
Note: Contact a PSC dealer to order a replacement hand strap  
and screws. Request the PT2000 strap kit.  
Figure C-2: Attaching the Top Gun module  
3. Place the Top Gun module on the top of the PT2000 and gently  
press it onto the 9-pin connector (refer to Figure C-2).  
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4. Place the flat metal plate at the top end of the elastic hand strap  
over the indentation on the back of the Top Gun module and  
insert the screws (refer to Figure C-3).  
Figure C-3: Replacing the hand strap (magnified view)  
Indentation on back  
of Top Gun module  
Flat metal plate  
Hand strap  
5. Tighten the screws until the metal plate is secure.  
6. Replace the hand-strap hook into its holder.  
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Changing Top Gun to a Left-Handed Model  
Top Gun comes assembled for right-handed use. To use the unit with  
the left hand, complete the following steps as shown in Figure C-4:  
1. Remove the two screws from the top of the Top Gun module.  
Figure C-4: Switching the Direction of the Top Gun Module  
Step 1  
Step 5  
Step 4  
Step 2  
Step 3  
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2. Gently lift the top to separate it from the rest of the module. (Be  
careful not to break the ribbon cable inside the module.)  
3. Turn the top around so that the laser is pointing in the opposite  
direction.  
4. Replace the top of the module.  
5. Insert and tighten the two screws. (Do not over tighten them.)  
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Laser Specifications and Labeling  
z
z
z
z
z
Laser classification: CDRH Class II  
Light source: 680-nm laser diode  
Minimum element width: 6.0 mils  
Depth of field: 2 to 24 inches (55-mil labels)  
Operating temperature: -4° to 109°F (-20° to 43°C)  
Figure C-5: Product labeling for the Top Gun module  
Eugene, OR  
March 1998  
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The PT Dock  
About the PT Dock............................................ 126  
S etting Up the Dock.......................................... 126  
Attaching the Dock Adapter to the Portable ........ 126  
Attaching the PT Dock to a Computer ............... 128  
About the Power Adapter .................................... 130  
Using the PT Dock............................................ 131  
Recharging the Portables Batteries ...................... 131  
Maintenance........................................................ 131  
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About the PT Dock  
The PSC PT Dock is specially designed for use with the PT2000 or Top  
Gun. Use the dock for data transmission between the portable and a PC.  
Remove the portable from the dock to use it for data collection.  
The PT Dock comes with the following accessories:  
z
An adapter for the base of the PT2000 or Top Gun, and two  
screws  
z
Rubber pads and Velcrostrips for the bottom of the dock  
A Power adapter and cables for the PT Dock are available separately  
from a PSC dealer.  
Setting Up the Dock  
Attaching the Dock Adapter to the Portable  
Before using the PT Dock for the first time, connect the adapter to the  
base of the PT2000 or Top Gun. Complete the steps in Figure D-1:  
Caution: Be careful not to overtighten the screws.  
1. Align the pins on the PT Dock adapter with the holes in the  
connector on the base of the PT2000 or Top Gun. Be sure the  
orientation of the adapter matches the orientation of the base, as  
shown in Figure D-2 on page 109.  
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Setting Up the Dock  
2. Gently press the PT Dock adapter into the base of the PT2000 or  
Top Gun.  
Figure D-1: The PT2000, PT Dock, and adapter  
3. Use the two provided screws to secure the adapter to the portable.  
Figure D-2: Attaching the adapter  
Base of PT2000 or Top Gun with  
,
keypad side up  
Adapter, with longest edge up  
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Attaching the PT Dock to a Computer  
Set up the Dock as either a serial device or a keyboard wedge. The cable  
part number will depend upon your computer type and desired  
configuration (serial or keyboard wedge).  
Note: Refer to PSCs website at www.pscnet.com at the Service  
quick link, contact a PSC dealer, or contact PSC customer  
service at (541) 683-5700 to determine the appropriate PSC  
cable to use with the PT Dock.  
Caution: Do not attempt to connect a PT Dock to a PC using an  
off-the-shelf RS-232 cable. Use a PSC cable  
manufactured specifically for the PT Dock.  
Serial 1. Be sure the power to the workstation is turned off.  
Configuration  
2. One plug on the serial cable is labeled with the cable part number.  
Attach that plug to the cable input jack on the back of the  
PT Dock (refer to Figure D-3).  
Note: A power adapter is not required to run the PT Dock. The  
power adapter is used only to recharge the NiCd batteries in  
the portable. However, without an adaptor, the LED  
indicators on the PT Dock will not light up.  
3. Attach the other end of the cable to an available serial port on the  
PC.  
4. If there is an optional power adapter, attach it to the power input  
jack on the back of the PT Dock. (Refer to page 112 for more  
information about the power adapter.)  
5. Turn the workstation on.  
Keyboard To configure the keyboard wedge, complete the following steps:  
Wedge  
Configuration  
1. Turn off the power to the workstation.  
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Setting Up the Dock  
2. Plug the 25-pin connector of the cable into the cable input jack  
on the back of the PT Dock (refer to Figure D-3).  
Figure D-3: Back of the PT Dock  
Cable input jack  
Power input jack  
3. Attach the small male plug of the PSC cable to the keyboard jack  
on the workstation (refer to Figure D-4 on page 112).  
4. Attach the keyboard cable to the small female jack on the PSC  
cable (refer to Figure D-4 on page 112).  
5. Turn the workstation on. The green light-emitting diode (LED)  
labeled POWER on the front panel of the PT Dock should light  
up.  
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Figure D-4: Sample PSC Keyboard wedge  
To computer  
To keyboard  
To PT Dock  
About the Power Adapter  
To use the PT Dock with a serial cable, use a 9-volt power adapter to  
recharge the NiCd batteries in the PT2000 or Top Gun. Power adapters  
are available from a PSC dealer. (When using the keyboard wedge  
configuration, power is supplied by the workstation.)  
Note: Use only a 9-volt power adapter supplied by PSC. Using  
another adapter can damage the unit.  
Attach the small, round plug of the power adapter to the power input  
jack on the back of the PT Dock (refer to Figure D-3). Plug the other end  
into a 110-volt outlet or power strip. The green light-emitting diode  
(LED) labeled POWER on the front panel of the PT Dock should light  
up.  
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Using the PT Dock  
Set up the PT Dock as described in the preceding section. Place the  
PT2000 or Top Gun into the dock, with the keypad facing out. To use a  
power adapter or the keyboard wedge configuration, the green LED  
labeled READY on the front panel of the PT Dock should light up. (If  
the READY light does not come on, make sure the POWER light is on  
and the portable is fully inserted into the dock. If it still doesnt work,  
make sure the PT Dock adapter is securely attached to the portable and  
that the contacts in the dock are clean.)  
When the portable is in the Dock, the user may download programs or  
data to it, or upload data from it, just as if it were connected directly to a  
workstation. The user can also leave the unit in the dock while using an  
attached bar code reader.  
Recharging the Portables Batteries  
Note: Use the keyboard wedge connection or the power adapter to  
recharge the batteries.  
When using a nickel-cadmium (NiCd) battery pack in the portable, use  
the PT Dock to recharge it. Leave the battery pack in the portable while  
it is in the dock. The battery pack and the backup battery will be  
recharged while the READY light is on. (Refer to page page 116 to make  
sure Switch 2 in the portables battery compartment is correctly  
positioned.)  
Maintenance  
With normal use, the PT Dock should require no maintenance. To  
clean the contacts in the Dock or on the adapter, wipe them with a  
damp cloth after removing the power supply (adapter or keyboard  
wedge cable) from the unit. Wait for the contacts to dry before using the  
PT Dock again.  
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Batteries  
The PT2000 and Top Gun run on two types of batteries. The main batteries supply operating  
power for the PT2000 unit and for the Top Gun module or another input device. The  
internal lithium battery provides backup power to maintain the random-access memory and  
real-time clock when the main batteries are removed.  
The portable can use two different types of main batteries: individual alkaline cells or a  
rechargeable nickel-cadmium (NiCd) battery pack.  
Alkaline Batteries .............................................. 134  
NiCd Battery Pack............................................. 135  
Recharging the NiCd Battery Pack.......................137  
Storing the NiCd Battery Pack.............................138  
Lithium Backup Battery ..................................... 138  
Low Battery Indication....................................... 139  
NiCd Battery Pack or Alkaline Batteries...............139  
Backup Battery ....................................................139  
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Alkaline Batteries  
The PSC PT2000 or Top Gun comes with three alkaline batteries  
installed. To replace the alkaline batteries, complete the following steps:  
1. Detach the elastic hand strap on the back of the portable by  
pulling its hook out of its holder near the base (refer to Figure C-1  
on page 100).  
2. Press on the arrow symbol on the battery-compartment cover and  
push the cover in the direction indicated by the arrow.  
3. Pull the end of the plastic ribbon sticking out of the battery  
compartment toward the batteries until they pop out.  
4. Set the two switches inside of the battery compartment for the  
type of batteries being used.  
Figure E-1: Base of the battery compartment  
40  
ON  
K
1 2  
Close-up shows  
switch 1 in ALK  
position and  
switch 2 in NI-Cd  
position  
z
z
Refer to the diagram inside the battery compartment which  
indicates the positions for alkaline (ALK) and nickel-  
cadmium (NiCd) batteries (refer to Figure E-1).  
Make sure Switch 2 is in the ALK position. If necessary, use a  
pen or a small screwdriver to slide the switch to that position.  
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NiCd Battery Pack  
Caution: Switch 2 must be in the ALK position to prevent the unit  
from attempting to charge the alkaline batteries. This  
could cause them to leak, damage the unit, and void the  
product warranty.  
z
Switch 1 may be in either position.  
5. Lay the plastic ribbon along the bottom of the battery  
compartment with the end sticking out of the compartment.  
6. Insert the batteries in the positions indicated by the diagram  
inside the compartment.  
7. Replace the battery-compartment cover by sliding it into place.  
z
Make sure the plastic ribbon is tucked underneath the cover.  
8. Replace the hand-strap hook into its holder.  
NiCd Battery Pack  
The battery pack for the PT2000 and Top Gun (PSC part #00-862-00)  
contains three rechargeable AA NiCd batteries. To install the NiCd  
battery pack, complete the following steps:  
1. Detach the elastic hand strap on the back of the portable by  
pulling its hook out of its holder near the base (refer to Figure C-1  
on page 100).  
2. Press on the arrow symbol on the battery-compartment cover and  
push the cover in the direction indicated by the arrow.  
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3. Pull the end of the plastic ribbon sticking out of the battery  
compartment toward the batteries until they pop out.  
4. Set the two switches inside of the battery compartment for the  
type of batteries being used.  
z
Refer to the diagram inside the battery compartment which  
indicates the positions for alkaline (ALK) and nickel-  
cadmium (NiCd) batteries (refer to Figure E-1).  
z
z
Make sure Switch 2 is in the NiCd position. If necessary, use a  
pen or a small screwdriver to slide the switch to that position.  
Switch 1 may be in either position.  
5. Lay the plastic ribbon along the bottom of the battery  
compartment with the end hanging out of the compartment.  
6. Find the positive (+) and negative (-) symbols on the battery packs  
label (refer to Figure E-2). With the label facing up, tilt the  
negative end of the pack into the upper end of the battery  
compartment, and then gently press the positive end until it is  
fully inserted into the battery compartment.  
Figure E-2: Battery pack label  
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7. Replace the battery-compartment cover by sliding it into place.  
z
Make sure the plastic ribbon is tucked underneath the cover.  
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NiCd Battery Pack  
8. Replace the hand-strap hook into its holder.  
Caution: Do not short-circuit a batterydamage to the battery  
can result. Do not incinerate, crush, or puncture  
batteries. The electrolyte contained in NiCd batteries is  
composed of caustic materials that are harmful to the  
eyes and skin. Dispose of batteries in compliance with all  
applicable regulations.  
Recharging the NiCd Battery Pack  
If the portable will not turn on or if the message LOW BATTERY appears  
on the display, the battery pack needs recharging. To recharge the NiCd  
battery pack, use a cable and an external 9-volt power adapter (refer to  
Figure D-1 on page 109). A full charge takes about eight hours.  
To recharge the NiCd battery pack, complete the following steps:  
1. If the portable is on, turn it off.  
2. One of the connectors on the cable has the cable number on it.  
Plug that connector into the cable input jack on the bottom of the  
portable.  
Caution: Use only a power adapter supplied by a PSC dealer.  
Using another adapter can damage the unit.  
3. Attach the small, round plug of the 9-volt power adapter to the  
round power input jack on the cable connector labeled  
COMPUTER. Plug the other end into an outlet or power strip.  
Use the PT Dock to recharge the NiCd batteries. Leave the batteries in  
the unit while it is in the Dock. The batteries recharge while the READY  
light is on. (Make sure Switch 2 in the portables battery compartment is  
in the NiCd position; refer to Figure E-1.)  
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Batteries  
It is best to charge the battery pack at or slightly below room  
temperature. Always charge the battery within the temperature range of  
50°–85°F (10°–30°C).  
Storing the NiCd Battery Pack  
The battery pack can be stored indefinitely, regardless of its charge state.  
Store it between -22° and 122°F (-30° to 50°C). Stored batteries lose  
about ten percent of their charge per month when they are kept at room  
temperature. Batteries stored at higher temperatures discharge at a faster  
rate.  
Lithium Backup Battery  
The portable contains a lithium battery as a backup to save application  
program codes, collected data and system information, including the  
clock setting. Under most circumstances, a fully charged backup battery  
will keep information for at least 10 days if the main batteries are  
completely discharged or removed. This should provide sufficient time  
to recharge the battery pack without risk of losing data.  
The backup battery is recharged whenever a charged battery pack is  
installed as well as when the power supply is connected.  
If the lithium battery is allowed to discharge, any application program  
code that is resident in the random-access memory will be lost,  
Consequently, when a charged battery pack is installed and the unit is  
turned ON, it is likely that the operating system will detect the  
corrupted application code and will display a PROGRAM FAILED  
message.  
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Low Battery Indication  
NiCd Battery Pack or Alkaline Batteries  
The portable indicates when the battery pack or alkaline batteries are  
low by flashing LOW BATTERYon the display. About 20 minutes of  
use remain before the main batteries reach their automatic low-power  
shutdown point.  
If the battery pack is not recharged before it reaches the low-power  
shutdown point, it continues to discharge, and the portable turns off  
automatically. Even then, the portable continues to save data, because of  
the lithium backup battery. It is important, however, to recharge the  
battery pack or replace the alkaline batteries at this time to avoid  
running down the backup battery and losing data.  
Backup Battery  
When the lithium backup battery is low. or after inserting a battery pack  
if the portable has been stored for a long time without charging, the  
message in Figure E-3 appears on the display  
Figure E-3: Please Wait Charging Backup Battery Message  
PLEASE WAIT  
CHARGING  
BACKUP BATTERY  
¤
The backup battery begins recharging as soon as a charged battery pack  
is inserted. The message should disappear after approximately 10  
minutes, although it may take up to an hour to recharge a completely  
discharged backup battery.  
Caution: Do not remove the battery pack while the message is on  
the display, or data may be lost. Charge the battery pack  
inside the portable while using the Dock.  
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Batteries  
If the message does not disappear or occurs other than at initial use after  
prolonged storage, then the backup battery may no longer be accepting  
a charge from the battery pack or adapter. Contact a PSC dealer.  
Use the PT Dock to recharge the lithium backup battery in the portable.  
The battery will be recharged while the READY light is on. (Make sure  
the switch in the portables battery compartment is in the correct  
position for the type of batteries being used.)  
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Connector Configurations  
APPENDIX CONTENTS  
Bar Code &Magnetic S tripe Reader Connector142  
Interface Cable Connector ................................ 143  
PT Dock ............................................................ 144  
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Connector Configurations  
Bar Code & Magnetic Stripe Reader Connector  
Figure F-1: Bar Code & Magnetic Stripe Reader Pinouts  
Pin #1  
Pin #5  
Pin #6  
Pin #9  
Table F-1: Bar Code & Magnetic Stripe Reader Pinouts  
Pin #  
Description  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Laser sync in  
Bar code data in  
Good-read out  
Mag stripe information in  
Laser trigger in  
Laser-scan enable out  
Ground  
Ground  
+5V  
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Interface Cable Connector  
Figure F-2: Interface Cable Connector Pinouts  
Pin #8  
Pin #1  
Pin #9  
Pin #15  
Table F-2: Interface Cable Connector Pinouts  
Pin #  
Description  
1
2
Shield  
Transmit data out  
Receive data in  
Hardware handshake out*  
Hardware handshake in  
Not used  
3
4
5
6
7
Ground  
8
Cable detect  
+5V in  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
+9V in  
485+  
485-  
Wedge clock  
Wedge data  
Wedge keyboard enable  
* Must be connected to CTS or hardware  
handshake out on the computer.  
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PT Dock  
Figure F-3: PT Dock Pinouts  
Pin #13  
Pin #1  
Pin #25  
Pin #14  
Table F-3: PT Dock Pinouts  
Pin #  
Description  
Usage  
Pin #  
Description  
Usage  
1
2
3
4
5
6
No connection  
No connection  
No connection  
485-  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
Ground  
Reserved  
Reserved  
Reserved  
Reserved  
No connection  
No connection  
No connection  
No connection  
485+  
No connection  
Serial handshake  
out  
Controls received  
data  
7
8
Keyboard interface  
Keyboard interface  
20  
21  
Serial data in  
Received data to  
dock  
Serial data out  
Transmitted data  
from dock  
9
No connection  
No connection  
22  
23  
24  
No connection  
+5V  
10  
11  
+5 volts in to dock  
Serial handshake in  
Controls  
No connection  
transmitted data  
12  
13  
Keyboard interface  
Keyboard interface  
25  
Ground  
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Programming Bar Codes  
This chapter provides bar codes for common setup parameters that can be used for  
programming the PSC PT2000 and Top Gun. Factory default settings are underlined.  
UPC-A ................................................................. 153  
UPC-E ................................................................. 154  
EAN/JAN............................................................. 155  
UPC/EAN/JAN Extensions .................................. 156  
Code 128............................................................. 156  
Other Controls ..................................................... 158  
Clock and Calendar............................................. 161  
S erial Parameters ................................................ 161  
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Programming Bar Codes  
Predefined Defaults  
DO  
D2  
*$+$-D0EE*  
*$+$-D2EE*  
*$+$-C8EE*  
Serial  
defaults  
D1  
*$+$-D1EE*  
Code 39  
ENABLE  
On  
Off  
*$+$-001EE*  
*$+$-000EE*  
MINIMUM LENGTH  
00  
40  
50  
60  
*$+$-0100EE*  
*$+$-0140EE*  
*$+$-0150EE*  
*$+$-0160EE*  
10  
20  
30  
*$+$-0110EE*  
*$+$-0120EE*  
*$+$-0130EE*  
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Code 39  
MAXIMUM LENGTH  
10  
40  
50  
60  
*$+$-0210EE*  
*$+$-0240EE*  
*$+$-0250EE*  
*$+$-0260EE*  
20  
30  
*$+$-0220EE*  
*$+$-0230EE*  
ENABLE CHECKSUM  
On  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
*$+$-031EE*  
*$+$-030EE*  
*$+$-040EE*  
*$+$-050EE*  
*$+$-060EE*  
SEND CHECKSUM  
On  
*$+$-041EE*  
FULL ASCII MODE  
On  
*$+$-051EE*  
ACCUMULATE MODE  
On  
*$+$-061EE*  
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ENABLE AIAG ALTERNATE CHECK DIGIT  
On  
Off  
*$+$-071EE*  
*$+$-070EE*  
*$+$-080EE*  
Interleaved 2 of 5  
ENABLE  
On  
Off  
*$+$-081EE*  
MINIMUM LENGTH  
2
30  
40  
50  
60  
*$+$-0902EE*  
*$+$-0930EE*  
*$+$-0940EE*  
*$+$-0950EE*  
*$+$-0960EE*  
6
*$+$-0906EE*  
10  
*$+$-0910EE*  
20  
*$+$-0920EE*  
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Interleaved 2 of 5  
MAXIMUM LENGTH  
10  
40  
50  
60  
*$+$-0A10EE*  
*$+$-0A40EE*  
*$+$-0A50EE*  
*$+$-0A60EE*  
20  
30  
*$+$-0A20EE*  
*$+$-0A30EE*  
REQUIRED LENGTH (no default; overrides minimum and maximum settings)  
2
4
12  
*$+$-09020A02EE* *$+$-09120A12EE*  
14  
*$+$-09040A04EE* *$+$-09140A14EE*  
6
16  
*$+$-09060A06EE* *$+$-09160A16EE*  
8
18  
*$+$-09080A08EE* *$+$-09180A18EE*  
10  
20  
*$+$-09100A10EE* *$+$-09200A20EE*  
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ENABLE CHECKSUM  
On  
Off  
Off  
Off  
*$+$-0B1EE*  
*$+$-0B0EE*  
*$+$-0C0EE*  
*$+$-0D0EE*  
SEND CHECKSUM  
On  
*$+$-0C1EE*  
USE LENGTHS 6 AND 14 ONLY (case code)  
On  
*$+$-0D1EE*  
Codabar  
ENABLE  
On  
Off  
*$+$-201EE*  
*$+$-200EE*  
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Codabar  
MINIMUM LENGTH  
04  
40  
50  
60  
*$+$-2104EE*  
*$+$-2140EE*  
*$+$-2150EE*  
*$+$-2160EE*  
10  
20  
30  
*$+$-2110EE*  
*$+$-2120EE*  
*$+$-2130EE*  
MAXIMUM LENGTH  
10  
40  
50  
60  
*$+$-2210EE*  
*$+$-2240EE*  
*$+$-2250EE*  
*$+$-2260EE*  
20  
30  
*$+$-2220EE*  
*$+$-2230EE*  
SEND STOP/START  
On  
Off  
*$+$-231EE*  
*$+$-230EE*  
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CONVERT CODABAR TO CLSI  
On  
Off  
*$+$-241EE*  
*$+$-240EE*  
*$+$-2C0EE*  
Code 93  
ENABLE  
On  
Off  
*$+$-2C1EE*  
MINIMUM LENGTH  
2
30  
40  
50  
*$+$-2D02EE*  
*$+$-2D30EE*  
*$+$-2D40EE*  
*$+$-2D50EE*  
10  
20  
*$+$-2D10EE*  
*$+$-2D20EE*  
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UPC-A  
MAXIMUM LENGTH  
2
30  
40  
50  
*$+$-2E02EE*  
*$+$-2E30EE*  
*$+$-2E40EE*  
*$+$-2E50EE*  
10  
20  
*$+$-2E10EE*  
*$+$-2E20EE*  
UPC-A  
ENABLE UPC-A  
Off  
On  
*$+$-301EE*  
*$+$-300EE*  
*$+$-310EE*  
*$+$-320EE*  
SEND SYSTEM DIGIT  
On  
Off  
Off  
*$+$-311EE*  
SEND CHECK DIGIT  
On  
*$+$-321EE*  
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CONVERT UPC-A TO EAN-13  
On  
Off  
*$+$-331EE*  
*$+$-330EE*  
UPC-E  
USE SYSTEM DIGIT 0  
On  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
*$+$-341EE*  
*$+$-340EE*  
*$+$-350EE*  
*$+$-360EE*  
*$+$-370EE*  
USE SYSTEM DIGIT 1  
On  
*$+$-351EE*  
CONVERT UPC-E TO UPC-A  
On  
*$+$-361EE*  
SEND SYSTEM DIGIT  
On  
*$+$-371EE*  
SEND CHECK DIGIT  
On  
*$+$-381EE*  
*$+$-380EE*  
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EAN/JAN  
EAN/JAN  
ENABLE EAN-8/JAN-8  
On  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
*$+$-391EE*  
*$+$-390EE*  
*$+$-3A0EE*  
*$+$-3B0EE*  
*$+$-3F0EE*  
ENABLE EAN-13/JAN-13  
On  
*$+$-3A1EE*  
CONVERT EAN-13 TO ISBN  
On  
*$+$-3B1EE*  
SEND CHECK DIGIT  
On  
*$+$-3F1EE*  
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Programming Bar Codes  
UPC/EAN/JAN Extensions  
ALLOW 2-DIGIT EXTENSIONS  
On  
Off  
Off  
Off  
*$+$-3C1EE*  
*$+$-3C0EE*  
*$+$-3D0EE*  
*$+$-3E0EE*  
ALLOW 5-DIGIT EXTENSIONS  
On  
*$+$-3D1EE*  
REQUIRE EXTENSIONS  
On  
*$+$-3E1EE*  
Code 128  
ENABLE  
On  
Off  
*$+$-401EE*  
*$+$-400EE*  
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Code 128  
MINIMUM LENGTH  
2
40  
50  
60  
*$+$-4102EE*  
*$+$-4140EE*  
*$+$-4150EE*  
*$+$-4160EE*  
10  
20  
30  
*$+$-4110EE*  
*$+$-4120EE*  
*$+$-4130EE*  
MAXIMUM LENGTH  
10  
40  
50  
60  
*$+$-4210EE*  
*$+$-4240EE*  
*$+$-4250EE*  
*$+$-4260EE*  
20  
30  
*$+$-4220EE*  
*$+$-4230EE*  
ENABLE UCC128  
On  
Off  
*$+$-431EE*  
*$+$-430EE*  
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Other Controls  
ENABLE MANUAL RESET  
On  
Off  
*$+$-B01EE*  
*$+$-B00EE*  
AUTO-OFF (in minutes)  
Off  
30  
60  
90  
*$+$-B200EE*  
*$+$-B230EE*  
*$+$-B260EE*  
*$+$-B290EE*  
5
*$+$-B205EE*  
10  
*$+$-B210EE*  
INTERCHARACTER DELAY (in milliseconds)  
0
50  
*$+$-B300EE*  
*$+$-B350EE*  
*$+$-B375EE*  
*$+$-B399EE*  
10  
75  
99  
*$+$-B310EE*  
25  
*$+$-B325EE*  
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Other Controls  
ADD CODE ID  
On  
Off  
*$+$-B51EE*  
*$+$-B50EE*  
GOOD-READ TONE  
Medium  
High  
Low  
*$+$-B800EE*  
*$+$-B805EE*  
*$+$-B807EE*  
Medium  
Low  
High  
*$+$-B802EE*  
GOOD-READ BEEPS  
1
3
4
*$+$-B901EE*  
*$+$-B903EE*  
*$+$-B904EE*  
2
*$+$-B902EE*  
GOOD-READ TONE DURATION (in seconds)  
0.07  
0.22  
0.45  
*$+$-BA01EE*  
*$+$-BA03EE*  
*$+$-BA02EE*  
0.14  
*$+$-BA00EE*  
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Programming Bar Codes  
BEEPER VOLUME  
Increase  
Low  
*$+$-BC08EE*  
*$+$-BC01EE*  
*$+$-BC07EE*  
Decrease  
Off  
High  
*$+$-BC09EE*  
*$+$-BC00EE*  
ERROR TONE  
Low  
High  
*$+$-BD01EE*  
*$+$-BD04EE*  
*$+$-BD07EE*  
*$+$-DD0EE*  
Medium  
KEYBOARD CLICK  
On  
Off  
*$+$-DD1EE*  
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Clock and Calendar  
Clock and Calendar  
Set Time  
Set Date  
24-Hour  
*%-*  
*%.*  
CLOCK FORMAT  
12-Hour  
*$+$-D80EE*  
*$+$-D81EE*  
*$+$-D91EE*  
DATE FORMAT  
U.S.  
International  
*$+$-D90EE*  
Serial Parameters  
HOST SELECT (no default)  
AT, PS/2, or  
compatible  
IBM  
terminal  
*$+$-C011EE*  
*$+$-C015EE*  
BAUD RATE  
300  
1200  
*$+$-C100EE*  
*$+$-C102EE*  
*$+$-C103EE*  
600  
2400  
*$+$-C101EE*  
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4800  
38,400  
76,800  
*$+$-C104EE*  
*$+$-C107EE*  
*$+$-C108EE*  
9600  
*$+$-C105EE*  
*$+$-C106EE*  
19,200  
DATA BITS  
7
8
*$+$-C207EE*  
*$+$-C208EE*  
*$+$-C304EE*  
PARITY  
None  
Even  
*$+$-C300EE*  
*$+$-C303EE*  
Odd  
STOP BITS  
1
2
*$+$-C401EE*  
*$+$-C402EE*  
ENABLE XON/OFF  
On  
Off  
*$+$-C51EE*  
*$+$-C50EE*  
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LINEFEED  
None  
Add LF  
*$+$-C600EE*  
*$+$-C601EE*  
*$+$-C602EE*  
Strip LF  
PROTOCOL  
EOR only  
Xmodem  
*$+$-CA00EE*  
*$+$-CA02EE*  
*$+$-CA01EE*  
CR with checksum and ACK/NAK response  
TIMEOUT (in 100-millisecond units)  
0
50  
75  
99  
*$+$-CD00EE*  
*$+$-CD10EE*  
*$+$-CD25EE*  
*$+$-CD50EE*  
*$+$-CD75EE*  
*$+$-CD99EE*  
10  
25  
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$+$- in bar codes 4-64  
starting 3-23  
* (as terisk) in bar codes 4-64  
^ (caret) in display screen 2-13  
I/O ke y 2-12, 3-19, 3-53  
asteris k (*) in bar code s 4-64  
a tta ching porta ble to compute r  
keyboard wedge configuration 3-21  
serial configuration 3-49  
a tta ching TopGun module to PT 2000 C-  
100 to C-102  
bar codes for G-140  
programming parameters for A-90  
A
accumulate option for Code 39 4-66  
bar codes for G-129  
programming parameters for A-88  
adapter, power 3-50  
AIAG check digit  
bar codes for G-130  
programming parameters for A-88  
Alpha key 2-12  
alpha mode 2-12  
B
backspace key 2-13  
bar code symbologies 2-8  
displaying 2-15  
bar code for 4-58  
bar code s for progra mming 4-58, G-127 to  
G-145  
creating 4-64 to 4-65  
for date format 4-67  
applications see PALPRO  
ARE YOU S URE? message 3-48  
AS CII  
equivalents for serial characters 4-70  
full (extended) 4-64, 4-66  
bar codes for G-129  
programming parameters for A-88  
values for keyboard keys B-95 to B-96  
AS S ETPRO 3-27 to 3-28  
multiple 4-65  
for predefined defaults G-128  
for serial parameters G-143 to G-145  
for setting date 4-67  
for setting time 4-67  
for time format 4-67  
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batteries E-115 to E-122  
baud rate 4-68  
clock see time and date  
Codabar  
bar codes for G-143 to G-144  
default 5-74  
programming parameters for A-91  
setting  
in PDTFER 5-80  
in PTFER 5-77, 5-78, 5-79  
beeper 2-15  
bar codes for 4-58, G-141 to G-142  
programming parameters for A-90  
bits , da ta a nd s top 4-68  
bar codes for G-144  
bar codes for G-132 to G-134  
programming parameters for A-88  
bar codes for G-138 to G-139  
programming parameters for A-89  
accumulate option 4-66  
programming parameters for A-88  
bar codes for G-128 to G-130  
equivalents for keyboard keys B-95 to B-96  
full (extended) ASCII mode 4-64, 4-66  
bar codes for G-129  
default 5-74  
programming parameters for A-91  
setting in PTFER 5-77  
BKS P key 2-13  
programming parameters for A-88  
programming parameters for A-88  
buttons see keypad  
programming parameters for A-88  
colle cting da ta 3-21 to 3-35  
COM port see port  
command line options  
for PDTFER 5-80  
C
cables  
keyboard wedge 3-21  
serial 3-49  
calendar see date and time  
caret (^) in display screen 2-13  
to 5-77  
for PTFER 5-78 to 5-79  
communications port see port  
communica tions s e ttings  
changing 5-76 to 5-77  
Port options for 5-77  
for PTFER 5-74  
character set, full (extended) AS CII 4-64,  
4-66  
bar codes for G-129  
for updtfer 5-84  
Communications S ettings dialog box  
(PTFER) 5-77  
programming parameters for A-88  
charging backup battery message E-121  
check-in and check-out see TRACKPRO  
checksum  
Interleaved 2 of 5 4-66  
protocol 4-68  
connector cables  
keyboard wedge 3-21  
serial 3-49  
connector configurations F-123 to F-126  
conversion options 4-66, A-89  
cleaning the portable 3-55  
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scrolling 2-14  
D
dock (PT Dock) D-107 to D-113  
connector configuration F-126  
dock (PT Dock) 2-16  
D0, D1, D2 (pre de fine d de fa ults ) 4-63, A-  
87  
bar codes for 4-63, G-128  
data  
dollar sign ($) in bar code s 4-64  
DOS , tra ns fe rring da ta from 5-80  
collecting 3-21 to 3-35  
deleting 3-48, 3-52 to 3-53  
reviewing 3-47 to 3-48  
transferring 5-71 to 5-84  
from DOS 5-80  
from a Macintosh 5-81 to 5-82  
from a UNIX workstation 5-83 to 5-84  
from Windows 5-73 to 5-79  
uploading 3-49 to 3-52  
data bits 4-68  
downloading data from the portable 5-76  
E
converting from UPC-A 4-66, A-89  
converting to ISBN A-89  
ENTER key 2-13  
bar codes for G-144  
default 5-74  
programming parameters for A-91  
data keys 2-11  
date and time  
European Article Numbering (EAN)  
bar codes for G-137 to G-138  
extensions 4-66, A-89, G-138  
programming parameters for A-89  
see also EAN-13  
bar codes for G-143  
extended AS CII character set 4-64, 4-66  
bar codes for G-129  
programming parameters for A-88  
extended keyboard support B-95 to B-96  
e xte ns ions (UPC, EAN, and JAN) 4-66  
bar codes for G-138  
programming parameters for A-90  
setting date 3-19 to 3-20, 4-67  
setting time 3-19 to 3-20, 4-67  
setting time format 4-67  
de fa ult communica tions s e ttings  
for PTFER 5-74  
programming parameters for A-89  
for updtfer 5-84  
defaults, predefined 4-63, A-87  
bar codes for G-128  
resetting 4-63  
deleting data 3-48, 3-52 to 3-53  
dialog boxes (PTFER)  
Communications Settings 5-77  
File to Receive 5-75  
F
FCC information 1-vii  
file name , s pe cifying for file tra ns fe r  
in MACTFER 5-81, 5-82  
in PDTFER 5-80  
File to Transmit 5-76  
display screen 2-13 to 2-15  
caret (^) in 2-13  
in PTFER 5-74, 5-76, 5-78  
in updtfer 5-83  
File to Receive dialog box (PTFER) 5-75  
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File to Transmit dialog box (PTFER) 5-76  
file tra ns fe r, utilitie s for  
MACTFER 5-72, 5-81 to 5-82  
PDTFER 5-72, 5-80  
starting 3-23  
IS BN, converting from EAN-13 A-89  
bar codes for G-137  
PTFER 5-72, 5-73 to 5-79  
updtfer 5-72, 5-83 to 5-84  
full (extended) AS CII mode 4-64, 4-66  
bar codes for G-129  
programming parameters for A-88  
full ke yboard s upport B-95 to B-96  
function ke ys 2-12  
J
Japan Article Numbering (JAN)  
bar codes for G-137 to G-138  
extensions 4-66, A-89, G-138  
programming parameters for A-89  
G
K
getting started quickly 1-4 to 1-5  
ke yboard ke ys , progra mming B-95 to B-96  
ke yboard we dge 3-21 to 3-23  
installing 3-21 to 3-22  
uploading data 3-51  
ke ypad 2-10 to 2-13  
H
handshaking, Xon/Xoff 4-68  
function keys 2-12  
I/O (on/off) key 2-12, 3-19, 3-53  
on/off (I/O) key 2-12, 3-19, 3-53  
scrolling keys 2-14  
I
input de vice , a tta ching to PT 2000 3-18  
inte rcharacte r de la y  
bar codes for G-140  
programming parameters for A-90  
interface cables  
keyboard wedge 3-21  
L
la s e r s e e TopGun module  
serial 3-49  
Inte rle a ve d 2 of 5  
bar codes for G-130 to G-132  
checksum 4-66  
programming parameters for A-88  
introduction 1-2 to 1-3  
inventory tracking see INVPRO  
INVPRO 3-29 to 3-32  
M
Macintosh computers, transferring data  
from 5-81 to 5-82  
MACTFER 5-72, 5-81 to 5-82  
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ARE YOU SURE? 3-48  
charging backup battery E-121  
PROGRAM FAILED 4-58, E-120  
Microsoft Windows, transferring data  
from 5-73 to 5-79  
module (TopGun) 2-10, C-99 to C-105  
attaching to PT 2000 C-100 to C-102  
changing orientation of C-103  
product labeling C-105  
Options menu 3-20, 3-22, 3-23, 3-26  
selecting an application 3-23  
switching applications 3-26  
TRACKPRO 3-32 to 3-53  
parameters see programming  
parameters  
parity 4-68  
bar codes for G-144  
default 5-74  
specifications C-105  
multiple bar codes  
accumulate option for 4-66  
programming parameters A-88, G-129  
creating 4-65  
programming parameters for A-91  
setting in PTFER 5-77  
password 3-20, 3-26  
PDPROG 4-62  
PDTFER 5-72, 5-80  
Percon Portable Programmer 4-59 to 4-61  
Percon Program Generator (PPG) 2-9, 4-  
58  
PERCPROG 4-59 to 4-61  
pin assignments F-123 to F-126  
N
normal mode 2-12  
bar code for 4-58  
default 5-74  
setting  
in PDTFER 5-80  
O
in PTFER 5-77, 5-78  
Port options in Communications S ettings  
dialog box 5-77  
Portable Applications Library (PAL) 2-9,  
4-59  
on/off (I/O) key 2-12, 3-19, 3-53  
options see programming parameters  
orie nta tion of TopGun module ,  
changing C-103  
power adapter 3-50  
PPG 2-9, 4-58  
predefined defaults 4-63, A-87  
bar codes for G-128  
product labeling for TopGun module C-  
105  
P
PAL (Portable Applications Library) 2-9,  
4-59  
PALPRO 3-23 to 3-53  
ASSETPRO 3-27 to 3-28  
changing program titles 3-25  
changing prompts 3-25  
INVPRO 3-29 to 3-32  
PROGRAM FAILED message 4-58, E-  
120  
progra m title s , cha nging 3-25  
programming  
bar codes for 4-58, G-127 to G-145  
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predefined defaults A-87  
symbologies read by 2-8  
displaying 2-15  
turning on 3-19  
turning on off 3-53  
uploading data from  
using PTFER 5-74 to 5-75  
see also file transfer, utilities for  
PT Dock 2-16, D-107 to D-113  
connector configuration F-126  
PTFER 5-72, 5-73 to 5-79  
command line options 5-78 to 5-79  
communications settings 5-74  
changing 5-76 to 5-77  
dialog boxes  
bar codes for G-128  
see also programming parameters  
programming parameters A-85 to A-91  
general 4-66 to 4-67, A-88 to A-90  
predefined defaults 4-63, A-87  
bar codes for G-128  
serial 3-50, 4-68 to 4-70, A-91  
progra mming utilitie s 4-59 to 4-62  
programs see PALPRO  
prompts, changing 3-25  
protocol  
default 5-74  
programming parameters for A-91  
Xmodem 4-68  
Communications Settings 5-77  
File to Receive 5-75  
PT 2000  
about 2-7 to 2-16  
File to Transmit 5-76  
attaching to computer  
keyboard wedge configuration 3-21  
serial configuration 3-49  
attaching TopGun module to C-100 to C-  
102  
Q
quick-start guide 1-4 to 1-5  
bar codes for programming 4-58, G-127 to  
G-145  
creating 4-64 to 4-65  
multiple 4-65  
batteries E-115 to E-122  
cleaning 3-55  
R
random-access memory (RAM) 3-17  
displaying 2-15  
re gis tration card 1-4  
connector configurations F-123 to F-126  
default communications settings 5-74  
downloading data from  
re s e tting the portable 3-54  
bar code for 4-58  
re vie wing data 3-47 to 3-48  
using PTFER 5-76  
see also file transfer, utilities for  
predefined defaults 4-63  
bar codes for G-128  
resetting 3-54  
bar code for 4-58  
S
screen (display) 2-13 to 2-15  
scrolling 2-14  
serial parameters 3-50  
selecting a PALPRO application 3-23  
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attaching to computer  
attaching 3-49  
uploading data 3-49  
keyboard wedge configuration 3-21  
serial configuration 3-49  
serial characters, Code 39 and AS CII  
equivalents 4-70  
bar codes for programming 4-58, G-127 to  
G-145  
serial communications  
bar codes for G-143 to G-145  
parameters for A-91  
creating 4-64 to 4-65  
cleaning 3-55  
s e rial port s e e port  
s e ria l progra mming pa ra me te rs 3-50, 4-  
68 to 4-70, A-91  
bar codes for G-143 to G-145  
s e tting a pa s s word 3-20  
s e tting time a nd da te 3-19 to 3-20, 4-67  
stop bits 4-68  
connector configurations F-123 to F-126  
default communications settings 5-74  
downloading data from  
using PTFER 5-76  
see also file transfer, utilities for  
module see TopGun module  
predefined defaults 4-63  
bar codes for G-128  
resetting 3-54  
bar code for 4-58  
default 5-74  
programming parameters for A-91  
setting in PTFER 5-77  
s witc hing PALPRO a pplic a tions 3-26  
symbologies 2-8  
displaying 2-15  
symbologies read by 2-8  
displaying 2-15  
turning off 3-53  
turning on 3-19  
uploading data from  
T
time a nd da te  
TopGun module 2-10, C-99 to C-105  
attaching to PT 2000 C-100 to C-102  
changing orientation of C-103  
product labeling C-105  
specifications C-105  
bar codes for G-143  
programming parameters for A-90  
setting date 3-19 to 3-20, 4-67  
setting time 3-19 to 3-20, 4-67  
setting time format 4-67  
time out  
programming parameters for A-91  
setting in PDTFER 5-80  
setting in PTFER 5-78  
titles of PALPRO programs, changing 3-  
25  
tracking assets see AS S ETPRO  
tra cking inve ntory s e e INVPRO  
TRACKPRO 3-32 to 3-53  
starting 3-23  
tra ns fe rring da ta 5-71 to 5-84  
from a Macintosh 5-81 to 5-82  
from a UNIX workstation 5-83 to 5-84  
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about 2-9  
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from the DOS command line 5-80  
from Windows 5-73 to 5-79  
MACTFER 5-72, 5-81 to 5-82  
PDTFER 5-72, 5-80  
turning the porta ble on a nd off 3-19, 3-53  
PTFER 5-72, 5-73 to 5-79  
updtfer 5-72, 5-83 to 5-84  
utilitie s for progra mming 4-59 to 4-62  
U
Universal Product Code (UPC)  
conversion options 4-66, A-89  
extensions 4-66  
V
version number, displaying 2-15  
bar codes for G-138  
virtual display 2-13 to 2-15  
programming parameters for A-89  
see also UPC-A and UPC-E  
UNIX workstations, transferring data  
from 5-83 to 5-84  
W
UPC-A  
Windows, transferring data from 5-73 to 5-  
bar codes for G-135 to G-136  
converting from UPC-E 4-66, A-89  
converting to EAN-13 4-66, A-89  
programming parameters for A-89  
UPC-E  
79  
X
bar codes for G-136  
Xmodem protocol 4-68  
Xon/Xoff 4-68  
converting to UPC-A 4-66, A-89  
programming parameters for A-89  
updtfer 5-72, 5-83 to 5-84  
uploading data 3-49 to 3-52, 5-74 to 5-75  
utilitie s  
programming parameters for A-91  
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zapcharacter B-94  
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY  
PSC Inc. hereby declares that the equipment specified below  
has been tested and found compliant to the following directives and standards –  
Directives: EMC 89/336/EEC  
Low Voltage 73/23/EEC  
R&TTE 1999/5/EC  
Standards  
Equipment: EN 55022-A&B:1994/1998, EN 50082-1:1992/1998  
EN 55024:1998, EN 60825-1:1996, EN 60950:1998  
Power Supplies:  
EN 55014-1/2:1993/1997, EN 61558-1:1997  
EN 61558-2-6:1997  
Radios: ETS 300 328:1995/1996, EN 300 826:1997  
EN 301.489.1/17:2000, EN 60950:1992+A4  
Equipment Type: Portable Data Terminal Equipment  
Product:  
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Dock Station, 4-Slot Dock Station, and PT2000  
Al Eckerdt  
Director, Corporate Quality  
PSC, Inc.  
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