PX-20
About
The PX20 is the smallest programmable 2D Bluetooth data collector. With a fast integrated 2D CMOS scanner and when fully charged, offering operating times of up to 35 hours. In occasions where Bluetooth is not provided, access by the USB port enables (cabled) data transfer to any USB device.
The PX20 is supplied as a ready to go functional kit including a USB cable and lanyard. With its unique ergonomic design and weighing only 40 grams the PX20 is perfectly suited to being worn around the user’s neck with the lanyard supplied. Besides a modern and well thought-out design the PX20 has a drop resistance to 1.8 meters (no need for a special protection cover) and is IP 54. The PX20 is modern, fully functional and very durable, perfect for outdoor operations.
Armed with a variety of connection options and the ability to run customizable embedded applications created with the C-Library Kit.
The PX20 Bluetooth Companion Scanner enables real-time barcode scanning into any Bluetooth ready device.
Changing the Volume
To change volume options on your PX-20, please scan your desired setting from pages U124-125 in the Universal menu book. To use these settings, scan the SET barcode followed by your desired setting and then the END barcode.
Firmware Loading
There are multiple components to the firmware on an PX20 (Bootloader, OS and Application), however the instructions to load them individually or all together are the same. In most cases, all you'll need to do is load the OS, and the proper Application file for your needs.
Follow the directions below to load firmware on to the PX20.
Preparation
- Download the Firmware: Bootloader, Firmware: OS, and Appload for this process available in the Software Downloads section. You may also need Opticon's USB Drivers, so please download those as well.
- Download the appropriate Firmware: Application file for your needs. This is most likely to be the Bluetooth Application, however there are other Applications available. A complete list can be found in the Downloads Section at the bottom of the page.
- Extract the PX20 Bootloader and Firmware - OS zip files, the Appload.zip file, the USB Drivers Installer.zip file, and the PX20 Firmware - Application files into a convenient folder.
- Install Appload by double-clicking the 'Appload Setup.exe' file, which will start the install wizard. The defaults are fine in most cases, so keep clicking 'Next' until you are finished. Appload will launch at the end of the install process.
- Connect the PX20 to your PC
Install the Firmware
- Launch Appload if it is not already running.
- We first need to choose the correct COM port. From the main Appload window, select 'Settings' > 'Port', then choose the port that says 'Opticon USB Code Reader'.
- Now we can start downloading the OS and Application. For each of the .hex files you downloaded and extracted above, please choose 'File', then 'Download', then navigate to and select the file. You should see a progress indicator and the words 'Initializing IRdA' if this is working.
- When complete the PX20 will emit a series of beeps and reboot. When the LED is steady RED (indicating charging) or GREEN (indicating fully charged) the process is complete and you may disconnect your PX20 from the PC. instruction manuals for the various applications are available for download in the Downloads section.
Youtube tutorial
We have a Youtube tutorial you can follow along with for the firmware loading steps. The scanner used in the video is different but the steps followed are the same.
Alternative Modes
In addition to the CSP2 support built into the PX20, it is also capable of functioning as either a USB Keyboard or a USB flash drive. Both of these modes eliminate the need for PC software.
When in Keyboard mode, the PX20 can scan in real time or store data in memory which can later be transmitted at the push of a button. In flash disk(MSD) mode the PX20 stores barcode scans into a text file on the device. The text file can later be accessed simply by plugging in the device.
Batch Mode
This will make the scanner memorize the data and store it temporarily until the transmit data barcode is scanned
- To put the PX20 in batch mode, Scan the +-MSTR-+ barcode. The device will then be in batch mode and will continue to store the data until the transmit data barcode is scanned.
- To transmit the data and leave the device in batch mode scan the +-MXMT-+ barcode
- To transmit the data and start scanning in real-time mode scan the +-MSTP-+ barcode
- To clear all temporary memorized data off the scanner, scan the +-MCLR-+ barcode
Bluetooth Batch Mode Menu Commands
USB Keyboard Mode
This mode allows the PX20 to emulate a USB Keyboard. While the PX20 is plugged in, any barcodes that are scanned are input wherever the cursor is on screen. When a barcode is scanned while the PX20 is disconnected, the barcode is stored in memory. When you want to retrieve scanned barcodes, simply plug the PX20 into a computer, and press any key on the device to have it play back all of the barcodes that were scanned while it was disconnected.
To use the PX20 in USB Keyboard Mode, print and scan this barcode sheet. You may also need to update firmware to the latest version of the Firmware: OPN2001 Simulation Application to enable the feature.
USB 4.0 Bluetooth Low Energy Mode
Bluetooth Low Energy mode provides reduced power consumption and cost while maintaining a similar communication range as a standard Bluetooth connection. iOS, Android, Windows Phone, Blackberry, macOS, Linux, Windows 8, and Windows 10 all support Bluetooth Low Energy connection. To enable this connection on your OPN-2006, print and scan this barcode sheet from top to bottom.
Alternative Firmware
Storage Application (MSD Mode)
This mode is also referred to as USB-MSD mode. The Firmware: Storage Application must be loaded on the PX20 in order to enable this mode of operation. To install the Storage Application, follow these firmware loading instructions. Once the storage application is loaded, print and scan this sheet of barcodes to configure the device to act as a flash disk.
Once that's finished, scanning barcodes is as simple as pressing a button. When you want to download your barcode scans, plug the PX20 into a computer, and copy the text file out of the flash drive. For more configuration options, see the User Manual: Storage Application. In particular, the very last page has barcodes that can be scanned to configure the layout of the text file.
To delete the barcodes from you scanner, use the Format barcode in the above manual.
OPN2001 Simulation
To use the PX20 with the OPN Companion Application, first the Firmware: OPN2001 Simulation Application must be loaded on to the PX20. To install the OPN2001 Simulation Application, follow these firmware loading instructions. You may also need to print and scan this barcode sheet.
Return to Bluetooth Mode
To return the PX20 to Bluetooth mode, you will need to load the Firmware: Bluetooth Application. To install the Firmware: Bluetooth APplication, follow these firmware loading instructions.
Downloads
Documents
| Document | Description | Version | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quick Start Guide | This is the first step for someone setting up the PX20 for the first time via Bluetooth. Be certain to pay attention to which Bluetooth mode you use. HID (Human Interface Device) is for Bluetooth HID Keyboards and SPP (Serial Port Profile) is for Bluetooth Serial Ports. If uncertain which one to use, choose HID. | Download | |
| User Manual: Bluetooth Application | This is the user manual for the standard Bluetooth Application, which is pre-loaded on all PX20s prior to shipping. Contains setup instructions and some configuration barcodes, including barcodes to toggle the iOS (iPhone/iPad/iPod) system soft keyboard show/hide feature on and off. | March 2022 | Download |
| User Manual: Storage Application | This is the user manual for the standard storage application, which is designed to demonstrate the PX20's storage (batch) capabilities. This application supports USB-VCP with OseComm , and USB-MSD (flash drive) modes. | March 2022 | Download |
| DataSheet | Technical details at a glance. | Download | |
| Universal Menu Book | The Universal Menu Book is a document containing instructions and configuration options for the majority of Opticon's products. Support of the commands in this manual is product specific. A must read for System Integrators. In effect this is the User Manual for all of Opticon's products that do not have a User Manual of their own and a supplement to all others. | December 2009 | Download |
Software
| Software | Description | Version | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appload | Appload Is Opticon's multi-purpose firmware update utility. It is a Windows PC application that provides the capability to download firmware onto most Opticon products. It also contains a versatile terminal interface that allows serial communication to any serial port connected to the PC (be it RS232, USB-VCP or Bluetooth-SPP). Opticon products can be queried and configured in this manner. | EAGV0186 1.86 |
Download |
| Firmware: OS | The Operating System for the PX20. Appload (see above) is required for loading the OS onto the PX20. Unless instructed by Technical Support it is best to download an Application firmware file as these contain the Bootloader and OS as well as the application in a single file for simpler installation. | RAMV0017 RBMV0058 |
Download |
| Firmware: Bluetooth Application | This standard application provides Bluetooth functionality and data transfer for both HID and SPP modes, as well as easy toggling of the iOS (iPhone/iPad/iPod) system soft keyboard. Batch storage is not supported. This application is pre-loaded on all PX20s prior to shipping. Appload (see above) is required for loading this application onto the PX20. This firmware file contains the latest OS and Application. | RBMV0058 RFM3791N |
Download |
| Firmware: OPN2001 Simulation Application | This application enables the PX20 to behave as an OPN2001 with regard to user behavior and PC interaction. The OPN PC Application (see below) is required to transfer data between the OPN and the PC. Note: PX20 requires Operating System (OS) firmware of at least RBMV0032. Appload (see above) is required for loading this application onto the PX20. This firmware file contains the latest OS and Application. NOTICE: Current and future versions of this Application now support USB-HID in addition to the standard CSP2 features. This application also requires OPN200X PC-application (V2.11 or higher) for configuration and retrieving data, which can be found in the 'software' section | RBMV0059 RFM3727S |
Download |
| Firmware: Storage Application | This application provides batch storage of scanned barcodes (MSD mode). Appload (see above) is required for loading this application onto the PX20. This firmware contains the latest OS and Application in a single file for simpler installation. | RBMV0058 RFM3793G |
Download |
| OPN PC Companion Application (OPN200x) | The OPN2001 (and any OPN running its version of the OPN2001 emulator firmware) requires the use of a PC side application to communicate and receive the scanned barcode data. This is Opticon's free standard application. A free SDK is also available to customize this application. | EGF3800J 2.19 |
Download |
| OPN PC Companion Application Source Code | The Visual Studio source files for Opticon's OPN PC Companion Application | EGF3800E | Download |
| OPN SDK | This SDK is used to develop Windows and Mac OS X side software that will communicate with an OPN2001 or any OPN running its OPN2001 emulation firmware. For the SDK necessary to develop firmware local to the OPN see the C-Library Kit. | Version 14 (EGFS003D) | Download |
| C-Library Kit | The C-Library Kit is Opticon's SDK for developing custom firmware for many of Opticon's product families (OPN, OPL97xx, OPL98xx, OPH, etc.). Included find sample code, full application samples, library files, documentation, compilers for certain products and more. This download is a zipped collection of the installer and associated files. The Toshiba C Compiler requires a separate download which is located here | 2.38 | Download |
Drivers
| Driver | Description | Version | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| All-In-One PC Drivers | USB-to-serial drivers installer package for 32 and 64-bit versions of Windows XP (32-bit only), Vista 7, 8, 8.1 and 10. This package contains four drivers. The first and fourth drivers are for the Opticon cradles. The second driver is for the OPN200x scanners along with many other Opticon products. The third driver is an ATEN driver for a popular RS232 <-> USB-VCP adapter. You can choose any of the drivers to install on the first screen of the installer program. *Note: Opticon USB Drivers may not install or operate correctly if FIPS (Federal Information Processing Standards) is enabled on your host computer* | 1.615 | Download |