KoamTac KDC250 User manual

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KDC250

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Contents

1. Product Introduction.........................................................................................................................................2

1.1 KDC250 Diagram .......................................................................................................................................2

1.2 How to Reset .............................................................................................................................................2

2. Bluetooth Pairing ..............................................................................................................................................3

3. Usage ................................................................................................................................................................4

3.1 Using Keyboard Wedge (HID Keyboard) ..................................................................................................4

3.2 Using KTSync – Android/iOS ....................................................................................................................4

3.3 Using KTSync Keyboard – Android ...........................................................................................................5

3.4 Using KTSync Keyboard – iOS ..................................................................................................................6

3.5 Using other Developed Applications with SDK – Android/iOS................................................................7

4. Product Specifications ......................................................................................................................................8

KDC250

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Product Introduction

The KDC250 Bluetooth barcode scanner is an ultra-lightweight and compact 1D laser data collector.

1.1 KDC250 Diagram

1.2 How to Reset

Refer to the figure in section 1.1 to locate the SCAN and DOWN buttons.

a) Press SCAN and DOWN buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds and release both buttons.

b) The KDC will restart.

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Bluetooth Pairing

Connecting your KDC using Bluetooth is made easy with the below pairing barcodes. If you are unsure which

profile is right for you, please visit www.koamtac.com for more information.

1. Navigate to the Bluetooth setting on the host PC, Mac, Smartphone, or Tablet.

2. Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled on the host device and searching for devices.

3. Using the KDC, scan the pairing barcode that corresponds to your desired Bluetooth

profile. If you are unsure which Bluetooth profile is right for you, please refer to the

previous panel.

4. Check the list of available Bluetooth devices on your host device.

5. From the list, select KDC250 listed by serial number in brackets that matches the serial

number found on the back side of the KDC250.

6. In HID mode, KDC250 is now ready to use.

7. To complete connection in SPP/MFi mode, launch KTSync or your application and

select KDC250.

* The KDC250 will beep when successfully connected.

Android, Mac, Windows: HID Normal

SPP & MFi

iOS: HID iOS

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Usage

3.1 Using Keyboard Wedge (HID Keyboard)

This option is only available using Bluetooth connection with HID profile.

Once the KDC is paired with the host, open any application with a text field and tap on the text field. Scan any

barcode and it will populate in the text field.

3.2 Using KTSync – Android/iOS

You can use KTSync to utilize your KDC alone or with a native application. This is only available using

Bluetooth connection with SPP or MFi.

a) Download and install KTSync from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.

b) Open KTSync and tap on the “Connect” option on the bottom left to view a list of available devices.

(Fig. 1)

c) From the device list, select your KDC – ensuring that the serial number displayed in brackets matches

the serial number on the back of your KDC. (Fig. 2)

d) Upon successful connection, KTSync will display “Connected” next to the name of your KDC at the top

of the application. (Fig. 3)

e) To test your connection, scan any barcode. If the connection is successful, the barcode data will display

on the screen. (Fig. 3)

< Fig. 1 > < Fig. 2 > < Fig. 3 >

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3.3 Using KTSync Keyboard – Android

Once the KDC250 is connected to KTSync, you can use the KDC250 as a keyboard.

a) While KTSync is running in the background, navigate to Settings > Language & Input > Virtual

Keyboard > Manage keyboards

b) Tap on “KTSync Keyboard” to enable it.

c) Change “KTSync Keyboard” to the default keyboard. (Fig. 4)

To switch back to the previous keyboard, simply change the default keyboard again. Or, when a text field is

selected swipe down from the top of the screen to bring up the notification panel. Select ‘choose input

method’ and you can select the default keyboard from here. (Fig. 5)

< Fig. 4 > < Fig. 5 >

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3.4 Using KTSync Keyboard – iOS

Once the KDC250 is connected to KTSync, you can use the KDC250 as a keyboard.

a) Navigate to the iPhone/iPad/iPod Settings > General > Keyboard > Keyboards > Add New Keyboard...

> Select the KTSync keyboard to be added. (Fig. 6)

b) Select the KTSync Keyboard and toggle the switch to Allow Full Access. (Fig. 7)

< Fig. 6 > < Fig. 7 >

c) Open the application you want to scan into and tap on the screen, so the on-screen keyboard appears.

d) Press and hold the globe icon located to the left of the spacebar.

e) Select the KTSync Keyboard and begin scanning. (Fig. 8)

< Fig. 8 >

Note: The KDC must be connected to KTSync & the KTSync keyboard must be selected for this to work.

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3.5 Using other Developed Applications with SDK – Android/iOS

A Software Development Kit (SDK) for Android

and iOS is available to all KOAMTAC

customers to ensure smooth development of

applications that work seamlessly with a KDC

scanner. It’s easy to request the SDK from the

KOAMTAC website:

a) On any web browser, open

www.koamtac.com

b) Navigate to SUPPORT > Downloads > SDK

c) Complete the form and submit it.

After submission, a KOAMTAC representative

will reach out regarding next steps for

completing the SDK Agreement.

The SDK package will have libraries, documents,

a sample application, and its source code.

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Product Specifications

Physical

Design

Ultra-Compact Bluetooth Barcode Scanner

Size 1.45” x 3.26” x 0.82”

(37 mm x 83 mm x 21 mm)

Weight

2.01 oz (57 g)

Functionality

Supporting OS

Android / iOS / Mac OS X / Windows

Keys

Scan Key, Up Key, Down Key

Buzzer

Yes

LED Indicator

1 Tri-color LED (Red / Amber / Green)

USB Port

1 Ultra-mini USB Port

Memory

RAM

SDRAM 64KB

ROM Internal Flash ROM 256KB

External Flash ROM 8MB

Barcode Storage 409,600 Barcodes (EAN-13)

Power

Battery (Standard)

650 mAh Lithium-ion

Charging Solution

Ultra-mini USB Connector

Charging Time 4 Hours

Communication

Bluetooth

V2.1+EDR, Class2, HID/SPP/MFi

USB USB to Serial (Ultra-mini USB Connector)

Barcode Reader

1D Laser

Yes

# of scans per charge

(1 sec interval)

>31,000

# of scans per charge

(10 sec interval)

>11,500

Scan Range

(10mil Code39)

Laser: 1.97” to 7.48” (50 to 190 mm)

Screen Reading No

Postal Codes / OCR

Passport

Environment

Drop Spec

4 ft (1.22 m)

IP Rating

IP42

Operating Temp. 32˚F to 113˚F (0˚C to 45˚C)

Storage Temp.

-4 ˚F to 113 ˚F (-20 ˚C to 45 ˚C)

Humidity Spec

5% ~ 85% (non-condensing)

Regulatory

Conformance

Laser Safety IEC60825/CDRH Class II

LED Safety

N/A

Regulatory

R&TTE, FCC, KC, TELEC, VCCI, RoHS Compliant

Accessories Charging Cradle Yes

Protective Boot

Yes

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