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Opticon USB Drivers Installer - installation
Download the ' USB Drivers Installer' from Opticon here: https://www.opticon.com/support/Drivers/USB Drivers Installer.exe
Go to your download location and double-click on 'USB Drivers Installer.exe' to start the driver installation.
The setup is a driver package containing several drivers for different types of Opticon devices.
Here's the list and we'll explain which option is what for below.
Option 1) activate this if you're installing the driver for a CRD-9723RU cradle - where you will ' dock/insert' your OPL-9815 or PX-36
Option 2) activate this is you're installing the driver for an OPH-3001(*1), OPN-2001(*1), OPN-2006(*1), OPN-2500(*2) or OPN-6000(*2)
(*1) the driver is always necessary (all Windows versions)
(*2) For Windows 10 and higher you have two options; either use the generic driver from Windows, or install the Opticon driver. The main difference between these two is that with the generic driver the scanner will be assigned a generic name like 'Serial USB device' whilst with the Opticon driver the scanner will be named 'Opticon USB Code Reader (COMxx)' (where xx is the assigned virtual COM-port). Also to use the Opticon scanner with the default driver they must be set to function in USB CDC via OptiConfigure. More info will soon follow in a separate article on this matter.
Option 3) activate this option if you want to install the driver for the ATEN USB converter (Article 10060 [DISCONTINUED])
Option 4) activate this option if you want to install the driver for your CRD-1006 cradle (extra info can be found in this article here).
The driver(s) are now installed, you can now connect the USB cable from your Opticon device to the PC. When connecting a terminal or cradle's USB port to the PC it will assign a new VCP-number (VCP = Virtual Com Port) to the connection.
Remember that if you change the USB cable over to another USB-port (on the same PC/laptop) this will create a new VCP-number.
How can I check if the driver(s) are installed correctly and my Opticon device is recognized accordingly?
Guide for installing Opticon Demo software on a Batch terminal
This section is written for Opticon batch terminal models that come with a proprietary OS, (color)display and alpha/numeric keyboard, like the OPH-3001, OPH-1005, OPL-9815 and PX-36.
All of Opticon's batch terminals are delivered with the firmware factory installed, but some models come without any pre-installed scanning application. However Opticon offers a 'Demo Application' to showcase it's capabilities for almost all of their batch terminals. In a some scenarios the demo application fits the exact needs for your scanning process and would suffice to do the job.
This guide will show you all steps necessary to install a demo application from scratch.
Differences CRD-1006 (v1) vs CRD-1006 (v2)
Important differences between the CRD-1006 v1 and the CRD-1006 v2.
Software for Opticon Mobile terminals : Android & Batch terminals
Info about the necessary Software for Opticon Android & Batch terminals
By buying any terminal you buy a piece of modern and cleverly designed hardware with integrated 1D or 2D scanner, with a pre-installed 'Operating System' (OS). The OS can be Android or a Proprietary system (closed software).
But there is no generic 'one-fits-all' application that will work for everybody and this is the reason why there are no ready pre-installed user applications on these devices.
So be aware that none of the Mobile terminals have by default 'production ready' software that will seamlessly operate in the workflow of your operational environment. So what are your choices?
OPN-2001 Companion Application - Configure Beeper
How can I prevent accidentally swiching off the beeper sound when scanning a barcode?
The OPN-2001 has many features and options. Most of them need to be set through settings-barcodes or through software commands with the Opticon OPN2001 Companion Application.
OPN-2001 Companion Application - Delete and Reset Options
How can I prevent accidentally deleting data or resetting the scanner?
The OPN-2001 has many features and options. Most of them need to be set through settings-barcodes or through software commands with the Opticon OPN2001 Companion Application.
Opticon 'Disinfectant Ready' scanners with 'Anti Microbial' housing
Everybody is extra concerned about hygiene and more germ-conscious. Commonly overlooked are hand operated scanners that change hands numerous times a day. Opticon offers barcode scanners which are both “Disinfectant Ready” and “Anti Microbial”. These devices offer better protection and cleaning possiblities. Giving you an edge protecting against the spread of bacterias and virusses by shared contact surfaces.
OPN Accessories
Protect your Opticon OPN scanners with OPTICON.shop approved accessories.
They will increase the lifetime of your scanners and reduce the total cost of ownership.
DOKKi Frame system
The DOKKi Frame System
Two new Frame System models have been developed to stack and mount from 2 up to 5 of any of the current six-bay docks (CMT-6/CMT-6SPC and CPN-6/CPN-6SPC).
OPN-2001 function keys
Special functions via OPN-2001 buttons
The OPN-2001 has many features and options. Most of them need to be set through settings-barcodes or through software commands with for instance, the Companion Application.
However, not everybody is aware that a couple of special functions can be activated through the 2 buttons on the OPN-2001. Sometimes even by accident, causing the operator to think the scanner is faulty or broken. We have had reports on scanners not reading barcodes, or beepers malfunctioning and in many case this can be caused by accidental mis-settings. We'll shine a light on these mysteries and here's what the buttons do:
