What’s a keyboard wedge interface?

This interface “wedges” itself in between your keyboard and a PC, and makes the PC think that the barcode scans are coming from the keyboard. The Keyboard Wedge interface is less common nowdays because of the popularity of USB.

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How do I connect the scanner to my PC?

The most common connection is USB. Scanners with a USB connection simply plug into a USB port on your computer, and away you go! If your PC doesn’t have a USB port, a Keyboard Wedge interface is the next...

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Where can I download user manuals?

The manuals for most ASP equipment are available from our web site here. If you need a manual that isn’t listed, please leave us a message on our Contact Us page. Please note that our manuals are in Adobe...

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How to set the output delays

Press the “function” key then the number “05”. This will bring up the delay settings. “Char delay” should appear. Please set this to “7” if it isn’t already and then press enter to move on to the next delay....

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How many scans have I made?

To check on the number of scans stored in memory, just press and release the FUNC key, then press and release the 2 key, then press and release the 3 key. This is called ‘Function 23‘.

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How do I know when memory is getting full?

To check on the amount of free and used memory, just press and release the FUNC key, then press and release the 1 key, then press and release the key. This is called ‘Function 10‘. The display will show something like this: 29 used, 31083 free This means that 29 characters of memory are currently

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Why is my memory full?

The Z4 DataTraq (and earlier models like the Portable Barcode Reader) store every scan into memory, even when the unit is plugged into the PC. To clear memory, just press and release the FUNC key, then press and release...

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