PSC PT2000 - Manual (Page 28)

Using the PT2000 and TopGun with PALPRO
18 PT2000™ & TopGun™
Getting Started
Unless it has been customized, the PT2000 or TopGun has three
alkaline batteries installed and is programmed for simple data collection.
To begin using the portable, attach the input device (PT2000 only; refer
to
Attaching an Input Device to the PT2000 , below) and turn it on.
Attaching an Input Device to the PT2000
The PT2000 can be used with most industry-standard input devices
equipped with a 9-pin squeeze connector.
Bar Code
Scanner
Attach a bar code scanner by pushing its connector into the connector at
the top of the PT2000. Be sure the scanner connector is firmly in place.
Refer to the input device’s operating manual for instructions on its use.
Magnetic
Stripe Reader
To attach a compatible
1
magnetic stripe reader (MSR) complete the
following steps:
1. Remove the black plastic welp clip from the connector on the top
of the PT2000 (refer to Figure 3-1 ).
2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, remove the two screws securing the
clip, and pull the clip off the connector.
3. Push the MSR’s connector into the PT2000’s connector.
z Be sure the MSR connector is firmly in place.
Note: This chapter describes how to use the portable with its
original PSC programming (PALPRO). If the portable has
been customized, it may operate differently. Check with a
systems administrator for revised operating instructions.
1.Only the following MSRs can be used for this purpose:
00-000-2A (Track 1), 00-000-2B (Track 2) or 00-000-23 (Track 3).
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