Bluebird BI-500 User manual
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BI-500
User's Manual
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• This user manual is protected by copyright.
• This user manual has been created by the Bluebird Inc. We have done our best not to create
typos, editing errors, and leaving out any information. Please understand if there are any
inconveniences.
• This product’s program is legally protected. Illegal copying, transmitting, or erasing of the
program is prohibited.
• This product’s partial functions might have problems from the environment, user program, and
other machines.
• The radio equipment can’t be used for life saving services because there is possibility to have
radio interference and failure.
REGISTERED TRADEMARK
User’s guidance
BLUEBIRD is an emerging global brand, striving to lead the market
in performance and mobility. Their products represent reliability,
innovation, and innovative technology. Pidion is a registered
trademark from the global brand of Bluebird Inc. and is copyright
protected.
※Please read warnings and cautious before use.
Device type User’s guidance
A-level
(IT Device at work)
This device is registered as suitable for electromagnetic wave
use at workplace.
It should be appropriately considered by dealers or users. If
you sell or buy this device by mistake, please replace it with a
product for home use.
Type registration This wireless device may cause propagation interference, and
so, it cannot be used for life-saving services.
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC`s Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
Conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept antenna interference received, including interference that may cause
undesirable operation.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this
device does not cause harmful interference.
The antenna must be installed such that 0 cm is maintained between the antenna and users, and
the transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna.
End users cannot modify this transmitter device. Any Unauthorized modification could void the
user`s authority to operate this device.
Hereby, Bluebird Inc. declares that this BI-500 is in compliance with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of directive 1999/5/EC.
FCC (Federal Communications Commission)
CE
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Notice Before Using Device ........................................................... 5
Precautions Before Using Battery .................................................. 6
About the product .......................................................................... 7
Checking names of parts .............................................................. 8
Learning scan,communication, battery LEDs ................................. 9
Learning Basics
Insert the Battery ........................................................................... 10
Remove the battery .......................................................................11
Battery Charging ............................................................................ 12
Power On/Offf ................................................................................ 14
Barcode scanning .......................................................................... 15
Reset .............................................................................................. 16
PC Sync ......................................................................................... 17
Sending data to PC ........................................................................ 20
Sending data by PDA .................................................................... 23
Program ......................................................................................... 32
Device Specifications ..................................................................... 40
Q & A ............................................................................................. 41
Service Center ...............................................................................42
Warranty Certificate ........................................................................ 44
Contents
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Notice Before Using Device
• This device is qualified for the standard of the safety of human body against electromagnetic
wave. For your own safety, please use certified devices provided by headquarter.
If not the case, we cannot guarantee your safety.
• Do not press power button on the device if the device is wet or do not touch adapter or power
cord with wet hands. There is risk of electric shock.
• Do not remodel, take apart, or repair the device. Please refer to your customer service center.
If not the case, you will not be able to get your free repair service.
• Please follow instructions when using the battery.
• Do not use your device at an explosive danger zone.
• In case your device is wet, do not put your device in heaters, microwaves, or etc to
dry- there is a risk of explosion or it can be the cause of malfunction.
(Please note there is a label in the device that changes color when it gets wet. In this case you
will not be able to get your free repair service.)
• Do not use your device when boarding a plane or inside of hospitals.
• Please backup the data and information from your device.
During the repair or upgrade, there is a slight possibility of your data being erased.
(Ring tones, text/voice message, characters will be reset.)
• Please refrain from using your device while driving. If you are in an unavoidable situation, stop
your vehicle or use your hand free kit.
• Do not use in places of high temperature and high humidity. The following can be the causes of
malfunction: getting wet from the rain, spilling drinks, and taking it in with you at the sauna (high
temp.)
In these cases, you cannot receive your free repair service.
• Do not place credit cards, phone cards, bankbook, and tickets next to the device.
The magnetic forces of the device can damage the information of listed item.
• Please avoid impacts or vibrations. When the device is not in use, unplug the power cord and
place it at a safe place where it won’t drop.
• Do not place your device at a dusty place. Keep your power cord away from any heating devices.
Unplug the power cord when cleaning. If there are any dusts or residue clean the power cords
pins thoroughly.
• When a battery is not in use for a long time, please charge and store it at room temperature.
Even for fully charged battery, the lifetime can be decreased because of its own properties of
voltage decrease.
• Do not paint your device. It can damage your screen or your device’s exterior.
Also, the paint can peel off and it triggers allergies. If there is allergic reaction, please find
medical advice.
WARNING
This information is for your own safety. Please observe the afollowing precautions.
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Precautions Before Using Battery
• If the battery is taken apart by impact, applied heat, submersion, or hole-drilling, there is a risk
of a dangerous explosion. Please keep away from children and animals.
• Leaving the battery in the vehicles under direct sunlight or any enclosed space with hot
temperature can deform or break down the battery.
• Please do not make any improper contact on battery contact pin with necklaces, coins or any
electric conductors. Do not give any impact by sharp object. There is a risk of explosion.
• Please use only the designated battery for the device.
If the original battery is not used, the life of the device may decrease and there is a risk of
explosion. (In this case you cannot receive the free repair service)
• When charging the battery, you must use the supplied standard power adapter.
If the original adapter is not used, the battery life may decrease and may explode.
(In this case you cannot receive the free repair service)
• Use only specified original batteries and chargers.
Keep indoors the temperature between 0~40 (32~104F)
The guarantee duration of the battery is 6 month from the sales.
WARNING
These are safety precautions in order to prevent a dangerous accident.
Please use the battery correctly and carefully observe the instructions.
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1. Basic Components
BI-500 Main set
USB Cable
Please make sure all the above components are included.
Adapter+Clip
BIP-7000
Battery
Neck strap Wrist strap
The imaes in this User’s anual may not reflect the color and shape of the actual product.
About the product
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2. Checking names of parts
Communication LED
Reset button
Scan button
Display
Power button
ChargingLED
<Front>
<Side>
Beep
Barcode
Window
Be familiar with the name and function of each component before usin the product.
About the product
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Division
LED [Left]
- Barcode reading
- Communication
LED [Right]
-Battery status Beep
Power On or Reset Purple/Red/Green/Blue - Low/medium/high once
Power Off Red once time blink - High once
USB connection Blue - High once
USB disconnection - - Low/High Once
Barcode reading Green once time blink - High once
Storage Overflow - - High 3 times
Data error Red 3 times blinks - High once
Data delete Purple once time blink - Low/medium/high once
All Data delete Purple once time blink - Low/medium/high once
GPS disconnection Yellow 5sec blinks / cycle - -
BT connection Blue - High once
BT disconnection - -Low/High Once
Battery not enough - Blue -
Battery charging - Red -
Full charged battery - Green -
Notifies the operating information of the scanner to the user by tone volume or sequence.
3. Learning scan,communication, battery LEDs
About the product
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1. Insert / Remove the battery
1-1. Put the battery in line.
1-2. Fit the battery cover to groove and close of battery cover.
1-3. Tighten 2 screw clockwise.
1. Insert the Battery
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