Opticon OPN2003 - User Manual

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Applications Manual13 pages

Demo Application Manual19 pages

Questions and Answers

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albertgonzalezAug 12, 2025
What to do if my Opticon OPN2003 Barcode Reader application won't halt?
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  Mark RussoAug 13, 2025
  If you are unable to halt your application, ensure that the battery isn't empty and that the mini-USB cable is not connected to the OPN. Alternatively, restart your application while keeping the trigger key pressed, using one of the two restart methods. As another option, while keeping the trigger key pressed, insert the mini-USB cable into the OPN to halt the application.
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Alexander BellAug 16, 2025
How to fix an Opticon OPN2003 that keeps crashing?
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  Mark NicholsAug 16, 2025
  If your OPN200x has crashed or is constantly restarting, manually restart it by pressing and holding the trigger or delete key for at least 20 seconds.
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Larry BeanAug 20, 2025
How to restart Opticon Barcode Reader OPN200x if it does not load new software?
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  Jasmine Robinson MDAug 20, 2025
  If your Opticon Barcode Reader OPN200x is crashing and unable to load new software, manually restart it by pressing and holding the trigger or delete key for at least 20 seconds.
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Tanya JohnsonAug 25, 2025
How to restart Opticon OPN2003 Barcode Reader when application crashes?
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  Cathy PageAug 25, 2025
  To restart your Opticon Barcode Reader when the application crashes and prevents loading new software, press and hold the trigger or delete key for at least 20 seconds.
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Timothy GonzalesAug 27, 2025
What to do if my Opticon OPN2003 Operating System won't halt?
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  Melissa HarrisonAug 27, 2025
  If you are unable to halt the Operating System, ensure that the battery isn't empty and that the mini-USB cable is not connected to the OPN. You can also try restarting your application while keeping the delete key pressed, using one of the 2 methods. Another solution is to insert the mini-USB cable into the OPN while keeping the delete key pressed to halt the Operating system.
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Valerie SmithAug 31, 2025
What to do if Opticon OPN2003 Barcode Reader OPN200x is unable to halt the application?
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  douglascharlesAug 31, 2025
  If your Opticon Barcode Reader OPN200x application won't halt, ensure the battery isn't empty and the mini-USB cable is disconnected. Then, restart the application while holding the trigger key and insert the mini-USB cable to halt the application.
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Chase NicholsonSep 4, 2025
What to do if Opticon OPN2003 OPN200x is unable to halt the Operating System?
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  Derrick GutierrezSep 4, 2025
  If your Opticon Barcode Reader OPN200x operating system won't halt, verify that the battery isn't empty and the mini-USB cable is disconnected. Next, restart the application while pressing the delete key and insert the mini-USB cable to halt the operating system.
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Pamela AdamsSep 7, 2025
How to halt the operating system on Opticon Barcode Reader?
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  James KimSep 7, 2025
  To halt the operating system on your Opticon Barcode Reader, keep the delete key pressed while inserting the mini-USB cable into the OPN.

The Opticon OPN2002/3 is a compact, portable barcode scanner designed for batch data collection and retrieval. It functions primarily as a data logger, storing scanned barcode data internally and allowing for transfer to a host PC or laptop. The device supports various interfaces for data retrieval and offers extensive customization options for its operation and data output format.

Function Description:

The OPN2002/3's core function is to scan and store unique barcode data into an internal database file on its RAM disk. Each record in this database can include the barcode data itself, a quantity, the serial number of the OPN2002/3, and a date/time stamp. The device is designed for simplicity, utilizing only two keys for all operations: a trigger button for scanning and adding barcodes, and a small delete key for decrementing quantities or deleting records. Visual and auditory feedback (good read beep, green LED for adding, orange/red LED for decrementing/error) guide the user during scanning.

Data retrieval from the OPN2002/3 can be achieved through three primary methods:

USB Mass Storage Device (MSD): The device can act as a portable mass storage device when connected via USB, allowing users to copy/move the 'DATA.TXT' file containing scanned barcodes using a standard file browser.
USB Virtual Com Port (USB-VCP): Data can be transferred to a host PC or laptop using Opticon's NetO32 application via a mini-USB cable. This method requires the installation of specific USB-VCP drivers.
CRD2000 Multi-Cradle: For OPN2002 models, data can also be transferred via the CRD2000 multi-cradle using the NetO32 application. This cradle supports both USB and RS232 interfaces and is particularly useful for managing multiple OPN2002 devices.

The OPN2002/3 supports customization through the OSE Universal Menu Book, which allows users to configure various operational parameters without needing to alter the device's source code. This includes settings for barcode decoders, prefixes, suffixes, read modes, buzzer settings, LED options, and output format.

Important Technical Specifications:

Operating System (OS) Versions:
- For USB-VCP and CRD2000 support: OPN2002 requires RBGV0212 (or higher), OPN2003 requires RBFV0212 (or higher).
- For USB-MSD support: OPN2002 requires RBGV0220d (or higher), OPN2003 requires RBFV0220d (or higher).
Host Application: Minimum NetO32 version 2.07 is required for data transfer via USB-VCP or CRD2000.
Memory: Limited RAM disk size for data storage (approximately 125kB on OPN2003, 900kB on OPN2002).
Database File: 'DATA.TXT' is the default filename for stored barcode data.
Barcode Field Size: Default 40 characters, configurable from 1 to 99 characters.
Quantity Field Size: Default 6 characters, configurable from 1 to 8 characters.
Battery Life: The OPN2002/3 will retain barcode data for several days after the battery goes dry, but the internal clock will reset if the battery is completely drained. The OPN2002 battery empties quicker than the OPN2001, operating normally for about 30 days when rarely used.
Laser Aiming: The OPN2002 does not support laser aiming (laser dot) and cannot change its scan angle to shorten the laser line.
Bluetooth Capabilities: This specific batch demo application does not implement Bluetooth. A separate Bluetooth demo application (RFG35312) is available for OPN2002.

Usage Features:

Barcode Scanning: Trigger button activates the laser for scanning. A good read produces a beep and a green LED.
Quantity Management: Scanning an existing barcode increments its quantity. Using the small delete key decrements the quantity. If a barcode not in the database or with zero quantity is scanned with the delete key, a low error beep and red LED are produced.
Database Output Formatting: Highly customizable output format for the 'DATA.TXT' file, including:
- 16 date formats and 2 time formats (hh:mm:ss, hh:mm).
- 7 field separators (Comma, Semicolon, Pipe, Slash, Tab, LF, CR).
- Configurable barcode and quantity field sizes.
- Option to delete records when quantity reaches zero or to keep them with a quantity of '0'.
- Option to allow scanning of negative quantities.
- Customizable field output sequence (up to 5 fields: barcode, date, time, quantity, serial number).
Software Loading: New OS or application software can be loaded using the Appload utility via mini-USB cable (for both OPN2002/3) or CRD2000 cradle (for OPN2002 only). USB-VCP interface must be selected for software loading.
Restart Mechanisms:
- Automatic: A watchdog timer restarts the OPN200x after 3 seconds if the OS crashes.
- Manual: Holding the trigger or delete key for at least 20 seconds initiates a manual restart if the application crashes but the OS is running.
Halting Application/OS: Specific procedures involving key presses and USB cable insertion allow halting the application (LED blinks orange) or the operating system (LED blinks red) to facilitate loading new software in case of crashes.

Maintenance Features:

Software Updates: Opticon provides regular software updates (OS and application) and bug fixes, available for download from their website.
Driver Installation: USB drivers for USB-VCP and CRD2000 are available on the Opticon website and must be installed on the host PC for proper communication.
Database Deletion: The internal database file can be erased by scanning a specific barcode label ("+-FORMAT +"). In USB-MSD mode, the file can also be deleted manually using a file browser.
Time Configuration: If the battery is completely drained, the internal clock resets to 1-1-1970 00:00, requiring re-configuration using Appload.
CRD2000 Multi-Cradle Management: When using multiple OPN2002s with the CRD2000, specific NetO32 settings (RS232 configuration, polling and timing, terminal IDs based on serial numbers) are required to prevent data collisions. Only one OPN2002 should be placed in the cradle at a time for software loading.