User's Manual

The ILS Inventory Wand
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1. The ILS Inventory Wand
1.1. Overview
The Intelligent Library System (ILS) Inventory Wand is a key component in Checkpoint's
family of ILS products. Consisting of a lightweight, handheld sensing unit, the Inventory Wand
combines convenience with versatility. An extendable handle makes it easy to read items
placed in hard-to-reach areas, while the sophisticated antenna design and electronics make
the Inventory Wand the longest-range portable reader available. This feature is exceptional
when checking inventory or trying to locate materials that haven’t been shelved properly.
The ILS Inventory Wand is designed with ease of use in mind. The handheld antenna contains
three LED's: the green light indicates power "on", the red light alerts the user that a
Circulation Circuit is being read, and the yellow one indicates a low battery.
The ILS Inventory Wand enables a fast, efficient and accurate method for taking inventory of
the library material.
The Portable Data Terminal (PPT 2700) enables data to be uploaded or downloaded from the
ILS Application Server, providing both inventory and search capability.
Figure 1-1: Inventory Wand
1.2. Powering Up the Inventory Wand
Prior to using the Inventory Wand for any significant inventory collection or inventory search
session it is imperative that its battery is fully charged. Connect the battery to the battery
charger and plug the adapter into an outlet to begin charging. The estimated charging time is
4-6 hours.