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[[File:OPN2005_orthogonal_view.jpg|thumb|OPN2006]]
==OPN2006 & RS2006==
===About===
The OPN2006 is one of Opticon's newest Bluetooth scanners.  Armed with a variety of connection options and the ability to run customizable embedded applications created with the [[C-Library Kit]], the OPN2006 is an incredibly versatile scanner in the same attractive form factor of the [[OPN2005]].
The OPN2006 Bluetooth Companion Scanner enables real-time bar code scanning into any Bluetooth ready device including Android, iOS, Blackberry, PC and Mac. The OPN2006 scanner is small – it fits into a pocket or on a key chain and weighs only one ounce. It comes at an affordable price point that enables any business to integrate bar code scanning into mobile applications.  The OPN2006 is also programmable: a free SDK programming kit makes it easy to create custom scanning applications. With the addition of Secure Simple Pairing, the OPN Companion Scanner family just got smarter and easier to connect.

The OPN2006 product highlights include:
*Improved Laser Scanning Module
*Improved Bluetooth Range
*Price point makes real-time barcode scanning with an Android, Apple, Blackberry or Windows Mobile host device affordable
*Supports Secure Simple Pairing in both HID and SPP (Serial Port Profile) Bluetooth profiles for added flexibility
*Ready-to-go out of the box, just pair it with your device
*Conveniently holds up to 25,000 scans when batch mode is required
*Free SDK available to give you the option to customize scanning behavior
*Simple, one-touch scanning
*Small form factor - weighs only 1 oz.
*100 scans/second laser barcode scanner
*USB Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery
*Audible and visible feedback after a successful scan

Demo video with the standard Bluetooth Firmware: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUleQvLOLgE View]
===Concepts and Definitions===
*'''Fixed PIN''': a PIN code that is preset in the OPN2006.  Typically the last 4 characters of the OPN2006's Bluetooth name.
*'''Dynamic PIN''': a PIN code that is determined at pair time by the Bluetooth host.
*'''[[HID]]''': Human Interface Device.  In the case of the OPN2006, it's recognized as a Bluetooth HID keyboard, meaning that each character of a scanned barcode is transmitted to the host as a keyboard press.  HID devices cannot be used as a master at pair time, but after pairing with a Bluetooth host, can switch roles and become master devices for reconnection purposes.
*'''SPP (VCP)''': Serial Port Profile (Virtual COM Port).  In the case of the OPN2006, it sends data serially to a serial port on the Bluetooth host.  Software running on the host can read from that serial port to capture the data.
*'''Embedded Firmware''': The embedded OS and application that is present on the OPN2006, and required for its function.
*'''Embedded OS''': A binary common to all OPN2006s that enables the OPN2006 to function and exposes an API that the OPN2006's embedded applications utilize to "drive" the device.
*'''Embedded Application''': A binary produced either by Opticon or by a third party utilizing the [[C-Library Kit]]; implements the "user interface" and drives the behavior of the OPN2006.
*'''Default Firmware, OS, or Application''': Refers to standard Opticon software for the OPN2006, typically installed on the OPN2006 at the factory and present out-of-the-box.  
** The OS version string is always '''RBNVxxyy''', where xx denotes the major revision and yy denotes the minor revision.  The ''application'' version string is '''RFNaaabb''', where ''aaa'' denotes the major revision and ''bb'' denotes the minor revision.  Occasionally, the first 'a' in RFN'''a'''aabb is a letter, denoting the specific Opticon office that is responsible for developing the software.

===Supported Platforms===

The OPN2006 is usable on wide variety of platforms and Bluetooth stacks.

Supported platforms include:
*[[Mac OS X]] (does not work on older mac "powerbook" computers however it works well on all "macbook" computers)
*[[iOS]] 4+ (including iPads running iOS 3.2) (currently HID only)
*[[Windows]] (all flavors)
*[[Windows Mobile]]
*[[Windows CE]]
*[[Linux]]
*[[Android]] 

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For those platforms that only support SPP mode, [[OpticonRL]] may be required to enable the OPN2006 to output barcode data directly into an application.

Versions of [[OpticonRL]] currently exist for both [[Android]] and [[BlackBerry]].  This enables customers to get barcode data into their applications with a minimal amount of effort, as [[OpticonRL]] transforms received serial data into keyboard presses, in effect "wedging" barcode data into applications.
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===Changing the Volume===
To change volume options on your OPN2006, please print and 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. To mute the beeper while scanning print and scan the [https://opticonfigure.opticon.com/sl/?z=mg&a=4&b=1&d=1 code linked here]. 
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===Charging Indicators===
The OPN 2006 will have a solid RED LED light while charging and will turn GREEN when it is fully charged.
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===Reset===
To restore to factory defaults or in case the device is not responding, there is a feature that will allow a reset of the OPN2006. To perform a reset, hold down both buttons (clear/function and scan) for 30-40 seconds. This will reset the device and clear past pairing information. Once reset the pairing process will need to be performed to reconnect the OPN2006 to your device or computer.
===Battery===
It is possible to check the current battery level of the companion scanner. Follow the [https://opticonfigure.opticon.com/sl/?z=1cy&a=4&b=1&d=1 link here] then print and scan the barcode to have the scanner output its battery level like it would a regular barcode.
==Firmware Loading==
There are multiple components to the firmware on an OPN2006 (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 OPN2006.

===Preparation===
# Download the, [[#Drivers|USB Drivers]], Firmware File, and Appload which is available in the [[#Software|Software Downloads]].
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# Extract the OPN2006 Firmware, the Appload.zip file, and the USB Drivers Installer.zip file. The OPN2006 Firmware file should be extracted 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 OPN2006 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 OPN2006 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 OPN2006 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. 

{{WatchOurVideos}}

==Alternative Modes==
In addition to the CSP2 support built into the OPN2006, 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 OPN2006 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 OPN2006 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 OPN 2006 in batch mode, Scan the +-MSTR-+  barcode. 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 

[https://files.opticonusa.com/Downloads/bluetoothbatchmodecommands.pdf Bluetooth Batch Mode Menu Commands]

===USB Keyboard Mode===
This mode allows the OPN2006 to emulate a USB Keyboard. While the OPN2006 is plugged in, any barcodes that are scanned are input wherever the cursor is on screen. When a barcode is scanned while the OPN2006 is disconnected, the barcode is stored in memory. When you want to retrieve scanned barcodes, simply plug the OPN2006 into a computer, and press any key on the device to have it playback all of the barcodes that were scanned while it was disconnected.

To use the OPN2006 in USB Keyboard Mode, print and scan this [https://opticonfigure.opticon.com/sl/?z=ki&a=4&b=0&d=1 barcode sheet]. 

===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 [https://opticonfigure.opticon.com/sl/?z=1cl&a=4&b=0&d=1 barcode sheet] from top to bottom.

==Alternative Firmware==

===Storage Application (MSD Mode) ===
This mode makes the OPN act like a flash disk and stores the batched bar code into a file.  When the OPN device is connected to a USB cable and plugged in to a computer, then a window will popup asking if you want to browse the files stored.  Any bar codes stored will show up in SCANNED.TXT file.  The Firmware: Mass Storage Device Application must be loaded on the OPN2006 in order to enable this mode of operation. To install the Storage Application, follow these [[#Firmware_Loading|firmware loading]] instructions.  Once the storage application is loaded, print and scan [https://opticonfigure.opticon.com/sl/?z=Fi&a=4&b=0&d=1 this] sheet of barcodes to configure the device to act as a flash disk. 

Once that's finished, scanning bar codes is as simple as pressing a button. When you want to download your bar code scans, plug the OPN2006 into a computer, and copy the text file out of the flash drive. For more configuration options, see the [[#Documents|User Manual: Storage Application]]. In particular, the very last page has barcodes that can be scanned to configure the layout of the text file.

===OPN2001 Simulation===
The OPN2001 Simulation is a batch mode application that uses the Companion Application to download the barcodes. To use the OPN2006 with the OPN Companion Application, first the Firmware: OPN2001 Simulation Application must be loaded on to the OPN2006. To install the OPN2001 Simulation Application, follow these [[#Firmware_Loading|firmware loading]] instructions. You may also need to print and scan this [https://opticonfigure.opticon.com/sl/?z=kZ-1&a=4&b=0&d=1 barcode sheet].

===Return to Bluetooth Mode===
To return the OPN2006 to Bluetooth mode, you will need to load the Firmware: Bluetooth Application. To install the Firmware: Bluetooth Application, follow these [[#Firmware_Loading|firmware loading]] instructions.

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This linked document walks you through the steps to connect your OPN2006 to an iOS device: [https://wiki.opticonusa.com/techsupport/en/OPN2006#Documents here]
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==SDK==

The OPN2006 does not need an SDK for the platforms it supports.  Given the fact that it can transmit data serially via Bluetooth SPP or its USB port, or can transmit data as a Bluetooth HID (keyboard) device, SDKs for the various platforms the OPN2006 supports are not required (except for Windows Phone).  This is because the manufacturers of those platforms provide APIs for accessing serial ports and managing Bluetooth connections.

When talking about an SDK in relation to the OPN2006, what is referred to is the [[C-Library Kit]].  With the [[C-Library Kit]] installed, developers are able to create and customize embedded applications for the OPN2006, thus changing and customizing its behavior to better suit their use cases.
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=== Windows Phone SDK: Creating a Windows Phone 8 application for the Bluetooth OPN2006 ===

'''Introduction'''
Although Opticon's scanners rely on Bluetooth HID-mode or SPP-mode profiles to communicate barcode scans with a host device, Windows
Phone 7 & 8 do not ship with support for these profiles out of the box. Rather, they ship with support for the RFCOMM protocol that HID and
SPP-mode profiles are built upon. The purpose of this SDK is to provide SPP-mode support so that an app developer can transmit and receive
data, and manage the connection, all from within their Windows Phone app. This support can allow app developers to create apps which leverage
the features of an Opticon Bluetooth device to facilitate fast data acquisition using a Windows Phone device.
====Using the SDK====
For complete SDK documentation, see the "OpticonBluetoothAPIDocs.chm" contained in the SDK Download below.
To utilize the SDK, simply add a reference to the OpticonBluetoothAPI.dll file in Visual Studio by following Microsoft's tutorial:
https://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/wkze6zky.aspx
Once this is done, all of the functions listed in the OpticonBluetoothAPIDocs.chm help file will be available. Please see the reference for more
information about specific functions. The reference is contained within a chm help file, OpticonBluetoothAPIDocs.chm which should have been
included with your copy of the SDK.
#Download the ''"Windows SDK kit"'' found in the [[#Software|Software Downloads Section]] of this page.

'''Example'''
An example Visual Studio project is also included with the SDK, to demonstrate how to integrate an Opticon OPN-2002 or OPN-2006 using the
API. When the included solution is built, it will create an application for Windows Phone 8. This application is deployable on a live device, and it
should provide a good idea of the capabilities of the API.
The example application supports the following features:
Connection Management: The application can be commanded to search through the list of paired devices for supported devices. To do
this, choose the Find Paired Devices button. If a supported device has been paired with the phone, it will be displayed in this list. Touch
the desired device and choose Connect to selected to establish a connection.
Bidirectional Communication: To test receipt from the scanner, simply scan any supported barcode. The barcode data will appear in
the application. To test transmission to the scanner, touch the Send Z1 button. This causes a command to be transmitted to the scanner.
As a result, the firmware versions for the connected scanner will be displayed as output.
Please note that although the app supports managing connections, initial pairings with supported devices must still be created using the Windows
Phone settings app or the Windows Phone Bluetooth API. See Microsoft's Knowledge Base for more information:
https://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/windowsphone/develop/jj207007(v=vs.105).aspx
''Supported Devices''
Currently, only the OPN-2002 and OPN-2006 are tested and known to work with this API. Please contact Opticon Technical Support for more
information about support for our other devices.
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==Downloads Tools==

=== OpticonRL Utility ===
*[[OpticonRL]] is an application developed separately for multiple platforms that converts barcode data coming over a serial port into key presses. Since the majority of our products support serial communication in one way or another this can be especially useful. In effect, the barcode data is wedged into whatever application is at the forefront and has text focus, as if it were typed


=== NetO32 Utility ===
*[[NetO32]] (Net-Oh) is the name for Opticon's protocol used for transferring data from our terminal devices to a host PC. Data is transferred as an entire file. Note that NetO must be supported on the application running on the terminal device and a host application must also be running such as NetO32. The necessary libraries to implement NetO protocol on the terminal devices are provided by Opticon in our C-Library Kit. A host SDK is also available to implement NetO within your own application.

=== OSE Comm Utility ===
*[[OSEComm]] (Oh-ess-e-com) is the name for Opticon's revisioned file-transfer protocol developed to transfer data from our terminal devices to a host computer.  This is a utility that is similar in function to the NetO32 utility, but is newer and has a bit more functionality than NetO32 does.  Like Neto, the d in the data in the reader is transferred as an entire file to the host system.  The necessary libraries to implement the OseComm protocol on terminal devices are provided by Opticon in our C Library Kit. A host SDK is also available to implement OseComm within your own computer application for the native Win32 platform as well as .NET.

'''NOTES:'''
* ''Use only [[NetO32]] OR [[OSEComm]] utility on the host computer NOT both.''
* ''If OseComm is used, then it must be supported on the application running on the terminal device and an application must also be running on the host computer using OseComm32.''
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==Downloads==
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===Documents===
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|Quick Start Guide for OPN-2006 || This is the first step for someone setting up the OPN2006 for the first time via Bluetooth. Be certain to pay attention to which Bluetooth mode you use. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_interface_device HID (Human Interface Device)] is for Bluetooth HID Keyboards and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serial_Port_Profile#Serial_Port_Profile_.28SPP.29 SPP (Serial Port Profile)] is for Bluetooth Serial Ports. If uncertain which one to use, choose HID.
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| class="center" | [https://files.opticonusa.com/Downloads/OPN2006/OPN-2006%20Quick%20Start%20Guide.pdf Download]
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|Quick Start Guide for the Ring Scanner<br /> RS-2006|| This is the first step for someone setting up the RS-2006 for the first time via Bluetooth. Be certain to pay attention to which Bluetooth mode you use. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_interface_device HID (Human Interface Device)] is for Bluetooth HID Keyboards and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serial_Port_Profile#Serial_Port_Profile_.28SPP.29 SPP (Serial Port Profile)] is for Bluetooth Serial Ports. If uncertain which one to use, choose HID.
| class="center" | 
| class="center" | [https://www.opticonusa.com/assets/documents/quick-start-guides/OPTICON%20RS-2006%20QSG.pdf Download]
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|User Manual: Bluetooth Application || This is the user manual for the standard Bluetooth Application, which is pre-loaded on all OPN2006s 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.
| class="center" | March 2022
| class="center" | [https://files.opticonusa.com/Downloads/Documents/CompanionScanners/Bluetooth%20demo%20quick%20setup%20guide.pdf Download]
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|User Manual: Storage Application || This is the user manual for the standard storage application, which is designed to demonstrate the OPN2006's storage (batch) capabilities. This application supports USB-VCP with [https://wiki.opticonusa.com/techsupport/en/OSEComm OseComm] , and USB-MSD (flash drive) modes.
| class="center" | March 2022
| class="center" | [https://files.opticonusa.com/Downloads/Documents/CompanionScanners/Batch%20demo%20quick%20setup%20guide.pdf Download]
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<!--|User Manual: OPN2001 Simulation Application || This manual describes the usage of the OPN2001 Simulation Application, an embedded application published by Opticon for the OPN2006, that enables the OPN2006 to behave as an [[OPN2001]] with regard to user behavior and PC interaction. Windows and Mac software specifically written for the [[OPN2001]] is required to transfer or receive data from an OPN2006 running this application.
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| class="center" | [https://files.opticonusa.com/Downloads/User%20Manual%20-%20RFx3510x.zip Download]
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| Datasheet || Technical details at a glance.
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| class="center" | [https://files.opticonusa.com/Downloads/Opticon%20OPN-2006%20Datasheet.pdf Download]
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|Specification Manual || This document provides detailed specifications for the OPN2006. For advanced users and system integrators only.
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| class="center" | [https://files.opticonusa.com/OPN2006/OPN-2006_spec_manual_rev1.pdf Download]
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| iOS toggle Menu Codes || This document contains the two barcodes necessary to enable/disable the keyboard toggle feature when paired with Apple iOS devices (iPhone, iPad, etc.).
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| class="center" | [https://files.opticonusa.com/OPN2002/Documents/iOS%20Feature%20Menu%20Codes.pdf Download]
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| iOS Bluetooth Troubleshooting || This document contains screenshots of what you may see when attempting to pair with Apple iOS devices (iPhone, iPad, etc.).
| class="center" | 
| class="center" | [https://files.opticonusa.com/Downloads/AN0027%20-%20How%20to%20pair%20the%20OPN2005%20to%20an%20iOS%20device.pdf Download]
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===Software===

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| Firmware: OS + Bootloader || The Operating System for the OPN2006. [[Appload]] (see above) is required for loading the OS onto the OPN2006. 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.
| class="center" | RANV0017<br />RBNV0057
| class="center" | [https://files.opticonusa.com/Downloads/OPN2006/OS%20Firmware/OPN2006_RANV0017_RBNV0057.zip Download]
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| 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 OPN2006s prior to shipping. [[Appload]] (see above) is required for loading this application onto the OPN2006. This firmware file contains the latest OS and Application.
| class="center" | RBNV0057<br />RFN3791M
| class="center" | [https://files.opticonusa.com/Downloads/OPN2006/Bluetooth%20Application/OPN2006_RBNV0057_RFN3791M.zip Download]
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| Firmware: [[OPN2001]] Simulation Application || This application enables the OPN2006 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''': OPN2006 requires Operating System (OS) firmware of at least '''RBNV0032'''. [[Appload]] (see above) is required for loading this application onto the OPN2006. ''NOTICE: Current and future versions of this Application now support [[#USB_Keyboard_Mode|USB-HID]] in addition to the standard CSP2 features. This application also requires OPN200X PC-applation (V2.11 or higher) for configuration and retrieving data, which can be found in the 'software' section''
| class="center" | RBNV0057<br />RFI3727Q
| class="center" | [https://files.opticonusa.com/Downloads/OPN2006/OPN-2001%20Simulation%20Application/OPN2006_RBNV0057_RFI3727Q.zip Download]
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|Firmware: Storage Application || This application provides a batch storage file of scanned bar codes ([[#USB_Flash_Disk_Mode|MSD]] mode).  [[Appload]] (see above) is required for loading this application onto the OPN2006. <!-- This firmware contains the latest Bootloader and OS as well as the Application in a single file for simpler installation. -->
| class="center" | RBNV0057<br />RFI3793G
| class="center" | [https://files.opticonusa.com/Downloads/OPN2006/Batch%20Application/OPN2006_RBNV0057_RFI3793G.zip Download]
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===Drivers===

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