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OS loading
The OS can be loaded either through the IRU-2700 cradle, or through the direct load cable for the PHL-2700. The process differs depending on which method you choose to use. All of the downloads referenced in these instructions are available in the Downloads section, below.
Through the Direct Load Cable
- Before you begin, make sure that the batteries in the unit are charged to ensure that the unit does not power off during application loading.
- Download and install Appload onto a PC running Windows, and download the OS for the PHL-2700. These will both need to be available in order to load the OS.
- With the device powered off, hold [S] and [ENT], and then press [PW] to enter OS Download Mode.
- Start Appload on your PC, and in the Settings menu, change the IrDA Adapter/Cradle type to "No Cradle," and choose the correct COM port for the PHL-2700.
- Extract the file in the OS download from above, and drag and drop that file onto the Appload window to start the download. If everything is working, the PHL and Appload will show a percentage to indicate the progress of the download.
Through the IRU-2700 Cradle
- Before beginning, the cradle's baud rate must be set to 115200 (Dip switches:1 ON, 2 OFF, 3 OFF, 4 OFF, 5 ON, 6 ON). The dip switches are located under a small plastic cover on the bottom of the cradle, and can be switched on or off using a fingernail, a paperclip, or a ballpoint pen.
- Download and install Appload onto a PC running Windows, and download the OS for the PHL-2700. These will both need to be available in order to load the OS.
- With the device powered off, hold [S], [ENT] and [SCAN], and then press [PW] to enter OS Download Mode.
- Start Appload on your PC, and in the Settings menu, change the IrDA Adapter/Cradle type to "Tekram Compatible," and choose the correct COM port for the PHL-2700.
- Extract the file in the OS download from above, and drag and drop that file onto the Appload window to start the download. If everything is working, the PHL and Appload will show a percentage to indicate the progress of the download.
Application Loading
The standard demo application can be loaded either through the IRU-2700 cradle, or through the direct load cable for the PHL-2700. The process differs depending on which method you choose to use.
Through the Direct Load Cable
- Before you begin, make sure that the batteries in the unit are charged to ensure that the unit does not power off during application loading.
- Download and install Appload onto a PC running Windows, and download the USA Standard Demo Application. These will both need to be available in order to load the Application.
- With the device powered off, hold [0] and [7], and then press [PW] to enter the System Menu.
- From the System Menu, select "Download appl," then choose "Via Cable."
- Start Appload on your PC, and in the Settings menu, change the IrDA Adapter/Cradle type to "No Cradle," and choose the correct COM port for the PHL-2700.
- Extract the file in the USA Standard Demo Application download from above, and drag and drop that file onto the Appload window to start the download. If everything is working, the PHL and Appload will show a percentage to indicate the progress of the download.
Through the IRU-2700 Cradle
- Before beginning, the cradle's baud rate must be set to 19200 (Dip switches::1 ON, 2 OFF, 3 OFF, 4 OFF 5 OFF 6 ON). The Dip switches are located under a plastic cover on the bottom of the cradle.
- Download and install Appload onto a PC running Windows, and download the USA Standard Demo Application. These will both need to be available in order to load the Application.
- With the device powered off, hold [0] and [7], and then press [PW] to enter the System Menu.
- From the System Menu, select "Download appl," then choose "Via Cradle."
- Start Appload on your PC, and in the Settings menu, change the IrDA Adapter/Cradle type to "No Cradle," and choose the correct COM port for the PHL-2700.
- Extract the file in the USA Standard Demo Application download from above, and drag and drop that file onto the Appload window to start the download. If everything is working, the PHL and Appload will show a percentage to indicate the progress of the download.
Diagnostic Tool
- With device powered off press [0] + [7] + [PW] to go into the system menu.
- Scroll down to diagnostics( #4) and press enter.
The system should pop up a splash screen for this device. Press any key and follow the instructions on the screen until the diagnostics are completed.
Note: These diagnostics do not test the charging circuit, the IR, or the RS232 parts of the device. Those will need to be tested by either updating the OS through these functions or downloading data using the Opticon Standard Demo. The Charging Circuit can be tested by placing a device with the standard rechargeable battery onto a cradle. At that point a red light should turn on indicating the unit is charging.
Downloading Data
- Data can be downloaded via the IRU2700 or the download cable 41-PHL232-01.
All of Opticon's Demo Applications for the PHL2700 support downloading of data through Opticon's proprietary protocol called NetO (Net-Oh). As with all communications there are two sides. In this case these are the terminal (the PHL2700) and the host (usually a PC). This section covers setting up and using such a communication channel.
Setting Up the Host
To use NetO communications on a PC you need an application called NetO32. This can be downloaded from the Downloads table at the bottom of this page. Simply run the installer after download is complete and follow the setup instructions here.
- Select 'Tools' > 'Options'
- Choose RS232 from the menu at left
- Choose the COM port for your cradle (COM 1 if using RS232, check Device Manager for USB ['Start' > 'Run' > 'devmgmt.msc' > click 'OK' and look under the 'Ports' section])
- Change Baudrate to 19200
- Change IrDA Device to 'None'
- Choose 'Download' from the menu at left
- Click the 'browse' folder icon at right to change the destination folder of the file once you have downloaded it.
- Choose between 'Append', 'Overwrite', and 'Unique' to determine what happens when you download a data file but a file by that same name is already present.
- Click 'OK'
- Choose RS232 from the menu at left
- Select 'File' > 'Save As'
- Choose a file name appropriate for you (such as your name or your company's name) to save the settings you just changed.
- Now every time after this that you open NetO32 you must select 'File' > 'Open' and choose this file to load your settings.
- Select 'Protocol' > 'Start'
NetO32 is now in 'Polling' mode. Note that you should see the yellow light on the cradle blinking steadily. This means it will sit here indefinitely sending queries to the cradle and waiting for the right response to start a download. Multiple downloads can all be done without ever closing NetO32. When you are done using NetO32 simply select 'Protocol' > 'Stop' and NetO32 will discontinue polling mode. The application can then be closed.
Starting the Upload from your PHL2700
After NetO32 is in Polling mode (see above) follow these steps. First, of course, it is expected that you will have scanned some barcodes using the PHL2700.
- Set the Baudrate to 19200
- Navigate to system Menu-> Com Port-> Baudrate
- Select 19200
- Repeatedly press clear until you see Scan Labels.
- Select 'Transmit Data' from the main menu (use the arrow keys to move up and down and trigger (center key) to select an option.
- The screen that appears should say "Transmit Data NETO Protocol.
- NetO32 status log will indicate that the data was downloaded and the PHL2700 will go back to the main menu transmit data screen.
- Your Data File is now on the PC in the folder specified previously.
Application Development
The PHL2700 firmware is split into two levels, an Operating System and an Application. The Operating System Exposes the functions of the hardware to the Application level firmware, and the Application determines how the device behaves. The Operating System is developed and maintained solely by Opticon, however anyone can make an application for the PHL2700 using using Opticon's C-Library Kit and the "Software Development Tools MCCM77 C Compiler package" made by Microtec™ Research. This compiler can be purchased directly from Opticon or from a third party.
RapidGen
This device supports application developed with RapidGen.
Note:
- USA part number:PHLTRM80B-00
- JPN:PHL-2600-40
Cradle
The PHL-2700 uses a data communication cradle to transmit to the PC. This cradle is model number IRU-2700-00 which uses power supply 32-00904-00.
Dip Switches
| Switch | ON | OFF |
|---|---|---|
| SW1 | RS-232 | RS-232 |
| SW2 | RS-485 Terminator | RS-485 Terminator |
| SW3 | RS-485 Terminator | RS-485 Terminator |
| SW4 | Baudrate* | Baudrate* |
| SW5 | Baudrate* | Baudrate* |
| SW6 | Baudrate* | Baudrate* |
| Baudrate | SW4 | SW5 | SW6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1200 | OFF | OFF | OFF |
| 2400 | ON | OFF | OFF |
| 4800 | OFF | ON | OFF |
| 9600 | ON | ON | OFF |
| 19200 | OFF | OFF | ON |
| 38400 | ON | OFF | ON |
| 115200 | OFF | ON | ON |
| AUTO | ON | ON | ON |
Troubleshooting
Nothing is displayed on the screen, although the backlight seems to be working. What can I do?
It's possible that the contrast has been set too low, either by a factory reset or because the batteries are running low. To adjust the contrast without using a menu, first make sure the device is completely powered off by pressing the power key.
Next, hold the 0 and 7 keys, then press power. After this press 7. You should hear a tone from that keypress. Start pressing F7 until you can see the text on the screen again. If this is working, you should hear a tone each time you press down.
Downloads
Notice: The downloading and use of any Opticon software implies consent with Opticon's End User License Agreement.
Documents
| Document | Description | Version | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHL2700 Quick Start Guide | This is the quick start guide for the PHL2700. | Download | |
| PHL2700 Manual | This is the manual for the PHL2700. | 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 |
| NetO32 | A PC application implementing the NetO protocol to transfer files from the PC to the terminal barcode reader. | EGF2001H (2.1.0.0) | Download |
| Firmware: OS | This is the latest Operating System firmware file for the PHL2700. | CBWV0159 | Download |
| Firmware: Application - USA Standard Demo | This is the standard application running on all PHL2700s from our warehouse. It supports a large variety of barcode symbologies, many of which are enabled by default. | CFW30927.S2 | Download |