SETUP- Simply plug in the base into a USB port on your computer, and it should be ready to scan. The instruction manual is only for advanced users, to change certain settings. (the barcodes in the manual will not generate any text on your computer. it just changes the internal settings.) If your scanner is not working correctly: Place scanner is bace and hold the pair button until it beeps, or scan the “RESET TO DEFUALTS” barcode.