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KDT900 User’s Guide Table of Contents About This Document Introduction What to Expect Chapter Descriptions 1 1 1 Chapter 1 – Introduction Introducing the KDT900 Part Numbers and Model Information Warranty Information Agency Compliance 1-2 1-2 1-3 1-3 Chapter 2 – Getting Started KDT900 Startup Sequence 2-2 Chapter 3 – Terminal Overview Outer Case Description Rear Panel Description Opening the KDT900 Outer Case Internal Connections Internal Connector Pinouts External Connections Wiring Installation Powe
KDT900 User’s Guide Chapter 6 – Integrated Bar Code Scanner Overview Determining Scanner Type Linear CCD Aiming System and Decode Zones 2D Omni Scanner Aiming System and Decode Zones Triggering the Scanner Scanning Bar Codes Supported Bar Code Symbologies Obtaining and Using Scan Engine Setup Bar Codes 6-2 6-2 6-3 6-3 6-5 6-5 6-6 6-7 Chapter 7 – Windows® Embedded CE 6.
KDT900 User’s Guide About this Document Introduction This document describes the integration and general use of the AML KDT900 kiosk data terminal. This document is provided as PRELIMINARY ONLY and is not intended as a complete product reference. AML reserves the right to make changes to this document and to any hardware, software or product it describes.
KDT900 User’s Guide Introduction This chapter gives a brief overview of the KDT900, it’s product warranty and agency compliance.
KDT900 User’s Guide Introducing the KDT900 The KDT900 is an industrially rated, kiosk-style data terminal designed for use in retail price checking, retail data collection, real-time work-in-process, industrial data collection, consumer lookup and time and attendance. The terminal is designed around a 5.6” Full VGA, high-color LCD with integrated touchscreen that provides an unsurpassed viewing experience.
KDT900 User’s Guide Part Numbers and Model Information CCD = Linear Imager 2D = Omni-directional Imager with 2-Dimensional decoding 1D Laser = Integrated 1D Laser Ext.
KDT900 User’s Guide Warranty Information A one-year warranty against material defects and workmanship from the date of shipment is guaranteed by AML. Products are sold on the basis of specifications applicable at the time of manufacture. AML shall have no obligation to modify or update products once sold.
KDT900 User’s Guide Getting Started This chapter gives a quick start introduction to using the KDT900.
KDT900 User’s Guide KDT900 Startup Sequence The KDT900 unit will begin booting the operating system once power is applied to the terminal and the rear panel is completely closed. NOTE: The rear panel must be in place before the unit will power up. Once powered on, the KDT900 will automatically start the Windows® Embedded CE 6.0 operating system. When the unit is done booting, the Windows Desktop screen will be displayed.
KDT900 User’s Guide Many of the Windows setting can be controlled under the Control Panel. See the Wireless Networking chapter for instructions on setting the optional wireless network.
KDT900 User’s Guide Terminal Overview This chapter describes the KDT900 terminal hardware and details internal and external cable connections.
KDT900 User’s Guide Outer Case Description LCD Display and Touchscreen The unit features a 5.6” Full VGA (640x480 pixels) color display with an ultra-bright backlight for an unsurpassed level of viewability. The LCD is bonded to an industrial rated, resistive touch panel for user input. Buttons A, B, C, D The device has four programmable, momentary pushbutton type switches on the front case that can be used for special features or user input. Speaker A 1.
KDT900 User’s Guide Scanner Window The KDT900 is available with one of many integrated bar code scanner options including a Linear CCD Imager, 1D Laser or 2D Imager for decoding bar codes presented under the unit. The decoder's illumination lights will shine through the scanner window at all times. The clear protective lens should be kept clean and free of fingerprints and grime. An optional, externally-mounted Omni-directional Laser is also available.
KDT900 User’s Guide Case Mounting Tabs & Case Mounting Screws The KDT900 main outer case is held closed on the left side by two #4-40 x 1/4” screws. Longer screws should not be used, as damage to the internal components of the KDT900 can result. The right side of the outer case contains three slots that the matching tabs of the rear panel should slide into. Rear Panel Description The rear panel of the unit is made from high quality 1/16” stainless steel.
KDT900 User’s Guide Opening the KDT900 Outer Case In order to open the KDT900, remove the two screws on the left side and slightly rotate the outer case to the right. Once the unit is opened approximately one inch, the outer case can be slid off of the mounting tabs. All mounting brackets will remain with the rear panel, and the electronics and wiring will stay attached to the outer case.
KDT900 User’s Guide Internal Connections Connections to the KDT900 unit are housed internally to prevent vandalism and to secure the device.
KDT900 User’s Guide MSR (JP1 – 6 Pin Male Header) RS-232 (J9 8 - Pin RJ45) RJ-45 to DB9 Wiring Diagram 3-7
KDT900 User’s Guide External USB Cable (JP2 - 5 Pin Male Header) USB Slave (J300 - 5 Pin Male Header) Digital I/O (J14-J17 - Screw Terminal Block) 3-8
KDT900 User’s Guide External Connections The KDT900 houses a single external USB host port. In high security installations, this port can be disabled by disconnecting the internal cable from the port header.
KDT900 User’s Guide Wiring Installation To prevent vandalism and unauthorized use, all major connections to the KDT900 base unit are internally housed. All wires exiting the base unit should be routed into the recessed channel, through the opening of the divider wall in the case. The cables should then exit the rear panel through the window at the bottom of the channel.
KDT900 User’s Guide External DC Power Supply NOTE: Using power supplies that are not approved by AML for use with the KDT900 unit can cause damage to the unit and will void all warranties. Internal Power-over-Ethernet Supply The KDT900 contains a 802.3af compatible power supply. The unit can be powered via category 5 networking cable when used with an 802.3af compatible power injector. Both network data traffic and power can be sent via the same category 5 wire.
KDT900 User’s Guide Optional Backup Battery If the KDT900 unit is equipped with an optional internal backup battery, the unit will continue to operate when all other power sources are lost. Depending on the configuration and usage, the backup battery should enable the unit to operate for approximately one hour. When power is applied to the unit, the backup battery will be automatically charged. After a complete discharge, the backup battery should be charged 48 hours before use.
KDT900 User’s Guide Main Power Switch and Power-On Reset The KDT900 unit contains a main power switch that disables the unit when the rear panel is removed during servicing and installation. This switch is designed as a safety measure, and it is not recommended that the switch be bypassed or modified in any way. To reset the KDT900 unit with power enabled, hold down the middle two pushbuttons for 10 seconds or until the LCD screen goes black. When the buttons are released, the unit will perform a warm boot.
KDT900 User’s Guide Communications This chapter describes the communication capabilities of the KDT900.
KDT900 User’s Guide Serial Communications The KDT900 contains two user accessible RS-232 ports and one bar code scanner port for serial communications with a PC or other peripheral devices. Each port is capable of baud rates up to 115.2 Kbps. Serial communication ports are used to communicate with devices such as: • • • • • Internal Bar Code Scanner External Bar Code Scanner External Magnetic Stripe Reader Serial Printer PC The serial.
KDT900 User’s Guide Cable Requirement The KDT900 requires a USB Slave adapter cable to connect to a PC. This cable has a five pin connector on one end and a standard USB Type-A connector on the other: Internal Connection The cable is connected to the internal connector of the KDT900 motherboard labeled “USB SLAVE” or “J300”.
KDT900 User’s Guide • • • • Lights and Beacons Door Strikers Sirens Stationary Scanners The internal relays are designed for low voltage applications. To use the relays in high voltage situations, an additional external relay should be implemented.
KDT900 User’s Guide Digital Inputs (Opto-Isolators) The KDT900's internal digital inputs can be used to signal events and actions from an external source. Possible uses for the isolated input are: • External Pushbutton Switches • Door Sensors • Proximity Sensors Digital Input Wiring Diagram Weigand Interface The Weigand interface is used to connect proximity card and smart card readers to the KDT900.
KDT900 User’s Guide Wireless Networking This chapter describes the configuration of the optional internal 802.11 radio.
KDT900 User’s Guide Overview The KDT900 terminal can contain an optional 802.11b/g/n radio and internal antenna. This radio is specifically designed to communicate with any 802.11b/g or 802.11n (Draft v2.0) Access Point. The range of the radio depends greatly on the quality of the Access Point and the RF communications characteristic of the environment where the device is used. The typical range for an 802.11 radio is 300 feet through free air.
KDT900 User’s Guide Interference and Coexistence 802.11 operates in a range of radio frequencies known as an "unlicensed" band (i.e., the FCC does NOT require the use of a license in order to operate a radio transmitter in this range). This means that commercially available radio devices other than wireless LAN devices are permitted to use the same frequency band as 802.11. Consequently, these coexisting radio devices can interfere or "jam" the wireless LAN (and vice versa).
KDT900 User’s Guide If the KDT900 has the optional Wireless radio, the unit will boot into the Windows Wireless setup menu. The unit will automatically search for available wireless networks. Use the KDT900 touch screen to select the wireless network you want to connect to. Note the unit is “Not Connected” under Status.
KDT900 User’s Guide Many wireless networks require the proper passwords or network keys to connect. Contact your systems administrator to find out the proper network and password or keys. Once you have selected a proper wireless network, you can control the order by which the KDT900 will attach under Advanced Settings.
KDT900 User’s Guide You can view the Wireless Network Log in order to see what the KDT900 is doing. Once you are connected to a wireless network the Status will change and the Signal Strength will be displayed.
KDT900 User’s Guide Integrated Bar Code Scanner This chapter describes the use of the internal bar code reader.
KDT900 User’s Guide Overview The KDT900 terminals can contain an integrated or externally-mounted bar code reader for decoding bar code symbols in a variety of formats. The terminal can be equipped with a linear CCD imager a 1D laser, a 2-Dimensional, omnidirectional imager, an externally-mounted, omni-directional laser, or no bar code scan engine at all. It is important to know what type of engine is installed in the unit to allow for correct customization of the engine.
KDT900 User’s Guide Linear CCD Decode Zones The Linear CCD can only read symbols that are within its field of view: 2D Omni Scanner Aiming System and Decode Zones The 2D Omni-directional scanner will use a 650nm laser to draw an aiming pattern of the decoder's decode zone: The decoder is only capable of decoding symbols that are within its field of view.
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KDT900 User’s Guide Triggering The KDT900's internal bar code scanners are designed to be used in presentation modes. In these modes, the scanner is always scanning and looking for bar codes to decode. NOTE: Some internal scanners have the ability to disable the illumination LEDs when no bar code is present under the scanner. The scanner is still looking for bar codes, but is saving power by only enabling the illumination when a new bar code symbol is present.
KDT900 User’s Guide Scanning with the Omni-Directional Imager The 2D Omni-directional imager is capable of scanning bar codes at any orientation as long as the entire symbol is visible to the scanner and illuminated.
KDT900 User’s Guide Obtaining and Using Setup Bar Codes The internal bar code scanners can be configured with special setup bar code symbols. These symbols are specific to the model of bar code scanner installed in the unit and are available from AML. The default parameters and trigger mode bar codes are listed below. NOTE: The unit will NOT make an audible beep after scanning a setup bar code.
KDT900 User’s Guide Windows® Embedded CE 6.0 This chapter describes the Windows® Embedded CE 6.0 software on the KDT900.
KDT900 User’s Guide Windows® Embedded CE 6.0 The KDT900 unit is preloaded with Windows® Embedded CE 6.0 Professional from Microsoft. General Usage Windows® Embedded CE 6.0 works much like other Microsoft® operating systems. The desktop is arranged with the standard taskbar, icons, and Start button that exists in all versions of Windows.
KDT900 User’s Guide Tapping the touchscreen emulates a left mouse click in the desired area, and holding down a stylus or finger in one location will create a right mouse click. Calibrating the Touchscreen Environmental conditions such as temperature can cause the touchscreen and LCD alignment to drift. Recalibrating the touchscreen will align the two devices. To calibrate the touchscreen, select the Stylus application from the Control Panel, and begin the calibration procedure from the Calibration tab.
KDT900 User’s Guide Calibration is completed by holding the stylus on the screen at the indicated target. The process will repeat until a valid calibration sequence is completed and the target disappears.
KDT900 User’s Guide Connecting to a PC The KDT900 communicates via USB to a PC running any modern version of the Microsoft Windows® operating system. The host PC must have either Microsoft ActiveSync® or Microsoft Windows® Mobile Device Center installed and configured properly to communicate with the KDT900. These applications are available for free from Microsoft. To connect, make sure the KDT900 is fully powered on and the operating system has booted completely.
KDT900 User’s Guide ActiveSync® will automatically create the connection and allow browsing from the PC to the device filesystem. Files can be copied to and from the KDT900 with Windows® Explorer. Programming the Pushbuttons The four pushbuttons on the KDT900 can be configured to any standard key on a PC keyboard. By default, these keys are, from left to right, the Windows (Start Button) key, Up Arrow, Down Arrow, and Enter.
KDT900 User’s Guide Connect the KDT900 to the PC via ActiveSync® and start the registry editor.
KDT900 User’s Guide Changing the MSR and Barcode Reader Settings The Magnetic Stripe Reader and Barcode Scanner settings can be changed via the same method as the Pushbuttons described above.
KDT900 User’s Guide Persistent Storage The entire filesystem of the KDT900 will persist between cold boots. Files and settings that need to be retained can be written to any location of the root filesystem or onto the Storage Card mount. The KDT900 includes an internal 1 GB (1024MB) Secure Digital (SD) card mounted under “Storage Card” in the root filesystem. This card contains the Windows® Embedded CE operating system firmware. The firmware is stored as a normal file with the name “KDT900.
KDT900 User’s Guide Mechanical Integration and Mounting This chapter describes methods to mount the KDT900 unit in a variety of environments.
KDT900 User’s Guide Rear Panel Mount Points The KDT900 base unit is backed by a stainless steel rear panel with a variety of mounting patterns. Each pattern is indicated by the rear label. A sharp punch or knife can be used to punch through the label at the desired locations, and only the necessary holes should be knocked out to keep the unit environmentally sealed. WARNING: THE REAR PANEL SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM THE OUTER CASE BEFORE PUNCHING ANY HOLES IN THE LABEL.
KDT900 User’s Guide Flush Wall Mounting The KDT900 base unit can be flush mounted with four screws via four holes in the rear panel (two “key-hole”, two round). The rear panel's cable inlet is recessed, allowing for flush mounting in certain situations.
KDT900 User’s Guide Angled Wall Mounting The optional Angled Wall Bracket (ACC-0752) hard mounts the KDT900 to any flat surface at a 20 degree angle, ideal for price checking applications. The bracket attaches to the KDT900's rear panel via four stainless steel studs and nuts.
KDT900 User’s Guide Column/Post Mounting The KDT900 Pole Mount bracket (ACC-0750) is a non-destructive mounting solution for existing round structural or aesthetic posts and poles. By utilizing nylon or steel straps, the unit can be mounted to poles ranging in sizes from 4 to 24 inches in diameter. The ideal pole diameter for the bracket ranges from 6 to 16 inches.
KDT900 User’s Guide RAM Mounts The KDT900 can be mounted with the standard “B” size RAM® Mounting system. The rear panel of the base unit houses the standard 4 hole AMPS bolt pattern for attaching RAM ball and socket mounts. The RAM mounting system includes fully adjustable mounts, as well as locks, bases, accessory mounts and extensions.
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KDT900 User’s Guide Appendix B Wireless Reference Table B-1
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