Configuring the Base StationProduct Reference Guide 25BT Models onlyRemember: The mandatory condition for establishing a new linking between a BT handheldand a BT base is that the handheld is unlinked and they share the same security configuration. Asuccessful link is indicated by three ascending tones from the reader. A high-low-high-low toneindicates the link attempt was unsuccessful. A single green LED flash after this tone indicates noBase Station was discovered. Two green LED flashes after this tone indicates that more than oneBase Station was discovered and the reader did not link. Three LED flashes after this toneindicate a security error.Linking a BT Reader to a PCThe reader can optionally be linked to a Bluetooth-enabled PC with the serial port profile, ineither server mode or client mode.Linking to a PC in Server Mode (BT Slave Mode)To link a BT reader in server mode to a Bluetooth-enabled PC, follow these steps:1. Install any drivers provided with the Bluetooth adapter.2. Scan the Link to a PC in Server Mode barcode to make the scanner visible to the host com-puter..Link to a PC in Server Mode3. Use the host computer’s Bluetooth manager to “Discover new devices” and select "Data-logic Scanner." If you receive an error message, it may be necessary to disable security onthe device.4. Select “connect” on the PC to link the reader to the PC. Use an RS-232 terminal programto see incoming data on the port designated by the computer's Bluetooth manager.Linking to a PC in Client Mode (BT Master Mode)The reader can optionally be linked in client mode to a Bluetooth-enabled PC with the serialport profile. To do this, follow these steps:1. Ensure the PC or terminal can network with Bluetooth devices and that it is powered on.2. Ensure that a COM port is assigned under Services within the bluetooth setup menu.3. Create a Link label that contains the address of the PC bluetooth adapter.NOTEThe bluetooth address can be found under "Properties" within in thebluetooth setup menu.The link label is a Code 128 function 3 label with the following format:LnkB<12 character bluetooth address>4. Scan the link label you created in step 3.
