Barcode Scanner Setup Guide for Pulse

This guide will walk you through the initial setup and Bluetooth connection process for your barcode scanner to work with Pulse. Proper configuration is essential as Pulse requires data to be formatted in a specific way.

Before You Begin

What You'll Need:

  • Your ioTHOR barcode scanner
  • The scanner's user manual with QR setup codes (Attached Below)
  • A computer with Bluetooth capability
  • Pulse Login

Time Required: Approximately 5-10 minutes

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Part 1: Initial Scanner Configuration

Why This Matters

Your barcode scanner needs specific settings to format data correctly for Pulse. Without proper configuration, scanned data may not be recognized by the system.

Configuration Steps

Step 1: Enter Setup Mode

  • Locate the "Enter setup" QR code in your user manual
  • Scan this QR code with your barcode scanner
  • Listen for a confirmation beep

Step 2: Configure Data Format

  • Find the QR code labeled "$>:SHTCT05.<$" (with "<GS>" underneath)
  • Scan this QR code
  • This ensures your scanner formats data compatible with Pulse

Step 3: Exit Setup Mode

  • Locate the "Exit setup" QR code in your user manual
  • Scan this QR code
  • Listen for a confirmation beepIoThor Scanner Quick Settings Setup

Configuration Complete! Your scanner is now programmed with the correct data format.


 

Part 2: Bluetooth Connection

Connecting to Your Computer

Step 1: Enable Bluetooth

  1. Open your computer's Bluetooth settings
  2. Toggle Bluetooth ON (switch should appear blue)

Step 2: Pair Your Scanner

  1. Power on your barcode scanner
  2. Activate pairing mode on the scanner (see your scanner manual for device-specific instructions)
  3. In your computer's Bluetooth settings, look under "Your devices"
  4. Select "BarCode Scanner HID" when it appears
  5. Click to connect

  6. IoThor Manual and Bluetooth Pairing Instructions-1

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Step 3: Verify Connection

  • Confirm the status shows "BarCode Scanner HID - Connected"
  • Your scanner is now ready for use with Pulse

Bluetooth Connection Complete! Your scanner is now connected to your computer via Bluetooth


 

Troubleshooting

Scanner Not Appearing in Bluetooth

  • Ensure the scanner is in pairing mode
  • Verify the scanner battery is charged
  • Try restarting Bluetooth on your computer

Connection Keeps Dropping

  • Check battery level on scanner
  • Move closer to your computer
  • Remove and re-pair the device

Data Not Formatting Correctly

  • Repeat the configuration process starting from Part 1
  • Ensure you're scanning the correct QR codes
  • Contact support if issues persist

Next Steps

  • Test your scanner by scanning a sample barcode
  • Open Pulse and verify data appears correctly
  • Review Pulse documentation for scanner-specific features

Please reach out to support@elevateht.com or submit a support ticket for any additional help!